Very sorry to become aware of your battle with prostate cancer and many well wishes and prayers. Warmest Christian Love ~ Randy Nagel

Hi Dan, I have so many memories from high school to college listening to your music.  I can recount countless nights sitting around trying to learn your music, and watching my (more talented) roommate master all of your songs on the guitar.  I love the story my roommate shared with me about his uncle sitting in a New York City park and as the story goes, you came along and sat down and asked if you could play.  He did not know who you were at first, but he was shocked he had the opportunity to do that with you. I want to think that story is true...if it's not than it's a nice dream!!   Anyway, sorry for the rambling!!  I will lift you up in prayer concerning your illness.  We have an awesome God who has a plan for all of us, and he obviously has had and still does have a wonderful plan for your life, and you are truly loved by many.  I pray for a full recovery and healing of your body.  I would also like to throw out a verse that is found in the bible.  It is Jeremiah 33:3.  It encouraged Jeremiah in his time of tribulation and I hope it will be that to you....Blessings to you and your family!! ~ Brian Patterson

Thinking of you and wishing you a New Year filled with hope and renewed health.  Thank you for your wonderful gift of music. ~ SE, OH

Dear Dan, I wanted to let you know that the Benedictine Monks of Clear Creek  Monastery will be saying 7 consecutive Masses in the Traditional Latin Rite  sung in Gregorian chant with some Masses said in silence on your behalf.  Those will be said every morning at 7:15 am Low Mass and some days at 10:00  am High Mass beginning January 21 through January 27, 2007. May God bless you  during this time. ~ Gretchen Murray

You have to be in awe of all of these wonderful email well wishes you are receiving. Yes, I too grew up with your first album and thinking back then that you surely went through some of the same things I was going through. Thanks for the advice on the PSA test. Just know that we are here to help you through the tough times just as you were there for us. Momma raised us to have the love of Jesus in our hearts and the older I get the more I lean on him. God bless you and yours. ~ Bufford Skipper PMD Elkhart, IN

Dan, For 30 years I shared a friendship with a very special person.  Three years ago, when she was in her mid forties, she found out she had cancer.  I struggled at times to find words of encouragement when we would talk, but the words never came that easy.  Then I realized that being a songwriter, as you are, or actually a lyricist, that I should convey my feelings the way I knew how and the way I knew she would expect and understand. I wrote the lyric 'A Whisper Away' for her. We all want you to know, that you will never be alone in your fight with cancer, that we will all just be 'A Whisper Away' when you need us. You and your music have always been there for us. We will always be there for you. ~ William Polson, Glasgow, KY

My family wishes you and your family all the best.  We will pray for your full recovery.  What would the world be like without such a beautiful person and musician?  We have been fans since the first album and have driven hundreds of miles to see you in concert.  I could not begin to tell you how many hours I have listened to your music.  When I first bought the album "Nether Lands" it was on my player for over a month straight.  Every time I had company over, I would make them listen to it and get angry if they talked while it was playing.  I have introduced many people to your music and they were all, without exception, instant fans.  Oh, my late teen years spent seducing my hopeful lovers listening to your angelic voice on "Dancing Shoes" (my all time favorite)......how I miss that.  You have inspired me to play the guitar and to move from Illinois to Colorado, just like you did. Our prayers are with you and your family.  Dan, you have been blessed by God with your talent and music and I am sure he will bless  his special child with a full recovery and this experience will inspire you to create more beautiful music and art. I cannot tell you what your music has done for me over my lifetime and can
only say "Thank You" you are a very special person. God Bless ~ Jeff Glasgow

Dear Dan,  It is a new year and I am thinking about you, as I am sure all your fans are. I hope you are doing well. Happy New Year to you and Jean. I was listening to your music the other day (and I have all of your music) and wondered how you are. I visit your web site to see if there is any news. Please take care of yourself and keep warm in the Winter's cold. You are in my heart and my prayers.~ Laurie, Enid, OK.

Best wishes!   My wife is a Peoria girl and we LOVE your music.

I hope God's blessings may find you each day just as your music has found all of us, your devoted fans. You have filled so many moments for us with such beautiful music that it has become really a part of us. May this message find you well this day with all our prayers for you and your loved ones. I've requested to my family that "Along the Road" be played at my passing for it sums up what life is about and the humble part we play. Thanks for all. God Bless.

Best wishes to you, Dan, and your lovely wife in this difficult time. I've been a fan since the first of your albums to come out. Your music has always put me in a better place when times were tough. Again , good luck to you and God speed. ~ Jim Petersen

How quiet it seems without you. You are always in our prayers. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us. The world has brightened because of you. May this wish of hope brighten you in return. Peace and Blessings. ~ Mia

After being away from your music for a while, I sought out your website and read about your health.  It prompted me to get a complete physical including a PSA test as you suggested.  Everything turned out fine, thank the Lord. Thank you for your music,and your willingness to share it with us.   You and yours will be in my prayers.  Take care and God bless.~
Brent Grimes, Columbus, GA

Hey Dan, Doug here.  I hope everything is going well for you and yours.  The thing is, anytime one of my friends or family has a medical problem it reminds me how fragile we really are and life is sometimes controlled by other means.  We, however, do have some power to prevent or rectify illnesses.  Your advice of regular check ups is well heard here.  I gotta tell ya that over the years your voice, music and lyrics have been a leader for me and as a matter of fact I have one of your cd's in my car cd player as I write.  I'm sure things will work out and good health will be all yours.  If there is anything I can do to help please let me know.  Best wishes ~  Doug Gilchrist 

As a cancer survivor myself I can relate to your battle and my prayers and thoughts are now with you and your family. As a fan of your music since the 70's, I grieve at the thought of your not returning to the studio. It has always been an occasion for me and one of my true friends to get together and listen to the "new" Fogelberg. Good luck and with God's mercy we'll thank him for your deliverance...~ Bob

Dear Dan & Family,  I just wanted you to know that I still pray for your recovery each day.  My father has been prostate-cancer free for 5 years, so I know it is possible.  The performances of yours that I have had a chance to attend have been the highlights of my concert experiences.  You have been my favorite performer for most of my adult life.   Thank you for sharing your great gift with me and the rest of the world.  ~ Jill  

Dear Dan, In high school I first heard you play with John Mabee at one of our chili suppers.  I'd never be able to describe my thankfulness for the blessings of your musical gifts, and for all the years you've shared them with us.   Keep hangin' in there and accept my best wishes for the new year. ~ A fan from way back when.

Dear Dan, I visited your website for the first time and would like to offer my sincerest and most heartfelt wishes for your recovery.  My prayers are with you and your family. The reason I visited your site is that, for years, I've been using two specific instrument performances from one of your songs as examples of virtuosity.  I've been a musician for 40 years in countless bands and have often cited the bassline and sax solo from the song "Same Old Lang Syne" for their ability to be both intricate and fit the song perfectly. I was certain the saxophone was Michael Brecker--it had his signature all over it.  But, for years I've meant to find out who did the extraordinary bass track (I figured that you put together a group of studio hot shots for this piece, including bass).   I was very pleasantly surprised that you played the bass track on the song.  I would like to know how you feel about the results of this particular bass line and if you've received the recognition you deserve for it. Thanks from a fan and fellow musician ~ Michael M. Fisk

Thank you for the gift of your music. I have been a fan for 30 years. I love the intricate harmonies and unique use of instruments in your music. I love the variety of sounds and the poetry of the lyrics. God bless you in your battle with cancer. I wish I could wrap up the peace and joy that I have found in a life guided by the Spirit of Christ and give it to you as a
gift-like you have given me the gift of your music. Sincerely ~ Juli Lane

Dear Dan, As I read through some of the messages posted by fans,  I was reminded that I too started listening to your music back in 1979. I too am 46 and your music is still as powerful to me now as it was then.  Thank you for your gift of song.  I truly believe in the power of prayer and I will continue to pray for you and your family. Stay well. ~ Elizabeth B. Wayland, MA

Dan: Your music continues to make me spiritually happy. You are a tremendous musician and someone who actually cares about our planet and its inhabitants. My prayers go out to both you and Jean.   I hope to see you back on the road again.  ~ James G. Osgood

Been thinking of you so very much in the first days of the new year. Wrote you here before Christmas and maybe it was the annual playing of your Christmas album, but since then, you have really been on my mind. I'm hoping that means that things are progressing as they should and you are doing well. My love for your music and our mutual love for those Colorado Rockies make me feel particularly close to you -- even with you being "a celebrity," and all -- and I'm hoping that very soon, you will again grace us with your amazing talent. Much love, peace and blessings to you, Dan, and to your family. You're in our prayers! ~ Terrie Ens, Galva, KS

Dear Dan, I have been a fan since 1976, when I first heard you in California. I hope that you are doing better. I found out about the cancer when I went to your web-site. I had been thinking that I needed a Dan Fogelberg fix. The last time I saw you was at the Starlight Theatre in Kansas City 2003. So I was going to track your next gig when I saw the news. I thought about sending you an  e-mail and then thought it was silly, so here I am being silly.  Seriously, I thought that you needed some prayers. So here I am. May God bless you. I am Catholic and will have the monks at Clear Creek Monastery in Hulbert, Oklahoma say seven consecutive Masses for you. I will let you know when those will be scheduled. I will also pray the rosary and  the Chaplet to St. Michael for you during the month of January on a daily basis. In our Lady and Our Lord ~
Gretchen Murray

Hi, Dan. Thought I'd share something with ya. I can now relate somewhat. A neurosurgeon has determined he doesn't know what a growth on my pituitary gland is. Could be a granuloma, really odd adenoma or cancer. Thus, I am to go for a biopsy ASAP. The growth has surrounded my carotid arteries, which is odd due to this being the path of greatest resistance. Scary part, strokes have occurred during both the biopsy and the surgery. So, I "am" scared. But, my faith keeps me going. That and, now nobody can say my life is dull. Best of wishes to you ~ Walter Comer

Hi Dan,  I just want to send my best wishes to you.  I met one of your cousins a few years ago at one of our mutual relatives' birthday bash.  I had heard of you -- but (unfortunately) had not followed your music.  Well, after talking to her, I went to the library & checked out some of your CD's.  I found that my favorite was "High Country Snows" and I requested it for a Christmas present.  It is now in my car CD player & I was listening to it as I drove around this morning. My brother-in-law has been diagnosed with your very same illness -- and I am aware of what you are going through. Thank you so much for your music.  I LOVE listening to my CD -- you make this world a much better place!! ~ Carol

Dear Dan,  I have been a fan since your first album. I am so sorry to hear about your illness. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Dan,  Wishing you all the blessings possible as you conquer "The Beast".   I also listen to your music daily, in fact our entire family has been blessed with your gifts through the years.  Thank you so much for sharing your talents and gifts with the world.   I too have been battling a "Beast" of a different sort, Esophageal Cancer, which allows for tremendous amounts of empathy and well wishes for your return to good health in the near future and beyond.  May the peace that passeth all understanding be with you.   Thinking of you ~  Jerry Jordahl, Mpls, MN

Dan, I love your music and wish you the best.  I will pray for a speedy recovery. Best Regards ~ Sonja

Hello Dan, I have followed and enjoied your music for many years since I found out about our common surname - even if we are not family. Five years ago they found this cancer in me through the PSA tests. I got the total operation and it worked out fine. I am somewhat older than you - 63 now, but my life is wonderful and it is my hope that it is going to work out as well for you as for me. ~ Leif Fogelberg (swedish and music lover)

While searching itunes for my favorite Dan Fogelberg Tunes, I also popped into your website to check on how you're doing.  I believe in the positive power of prayer and what the prayers of many can do for the one. My earliest recollection of your music touching my life was in 1979 - hearing 'To The Morning" - I was hooked for life, and now at 46, your voice, lyrics and harmonies can take me back to sweeter, or sadder times in an instant. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world, and with me.  You and your family are in my prayers for healing, peace, & comfort. ~ Laurel Coote - Torrance, CA  

Hi Dan, it's Richard Reau writing from Columbus, OH. Saw you here some years ago at the Ohio theatre, and you really kicked ass...especially on the slide acoustic...awesome. Best wishes from Kathleen and I...hang in there and we look
forward to hearing you play again here ~ Rich Reau

Dan, there is music left in you. Damaris and I hope for your speedy and full recovery, although if we are forced to choose between the two, we'll just take FULL..  We will stay tuned looking for the day when the message comes through that you are back healthy and ready again to give the gift of music to your legions of fans. Until then...stay strong; lean on Jean and any of us who can provide you with strength. We love you more than you know. ~  Eric Haviland  Durango, CO.

Dear  Dan, Over here in Weston-super-mare UK my family wish you  all God's help with your battle against the dreaded Cancer.   I can tell you I had my annual check last week which my GP says the prostate is OK all though I do have other problems in that area, well  at 60 you have to expect some problems down there. All the best for the future.  Remember our  prayers are with you always.~ Austin and Stephanie in Weston-super-mare  UK.

Dan.  It is the beginning of 2007 and I just read about your cancer.  I am blown away.  I googled to see where you have been and this came up.  Man.  Your music inspired me so much and still does.  Thank you.  My sister died a year ago and because of our mutual love for your music that was what we played and I know she was lovin' it from above. God Bless You and I sure hope you are doing better. ~ Cheryl

Dan, Looks like a ton of people feel the same way I do about you and the music that has so deeply touched our lives. I started listening to your music back in the 70's and I can honestly say that it never gets old. Some of my fondest memories are from the times I went to several of your concerts from The Woodlands in TX to Red Rocks in Denver to Saratoga Spa
Park in upstate NY. From driving around in the mountains of Colorado listening to the "High Country Snows" CD to canoeing on Lake George singing "Go Down Easy" with my wife, your music has always been a part of my life. "First Christmas Morning" is a staple during the Christmas season. "Nether Lands" is still my favorite album.I think I recently
went over the bazillion mark in the number of times I've listened to it. I remember finding a song on the B side of an old 45 at a garage sale that had your "Hearts and Crafts" song on it. I wore that little record out and was really glad when it showed up later on your "Portrait" collection. I have to admit that I learned to play many of your songs on the guitar, though not very well. I even formed a band and tried to write and record music that was patterned after your style, but again it was a far cry from your stuff. I always hoped that I would meet you someday to let you know how much you have enriched my life with your music (and to ask you why you never played any of the songs from "Nether Lands" at your concerts, or at least the ones I went to :-)). God has indeed given you an unbelievable talent and I'm very thankful that you used it to bless us all with so many varieties of music (except rap, thank goodness). I wish you the best in your fight against cancer. Sincerely ~ Damian Cook, Round Rock, TX

Dear Dan, I've been thinking about you so much lately. Please know that so many of us are sending you positive thoughts and energy in gratitude for all that you have done for us. Thank you so much for everything. I think about you every time I reach the top of a mountain I'm hiking and every 'end of October'. Thank you for all the gifts, and may  they all come back to you a hundredfold. Love ~ Eileen