Dan, May God bless you in your battle. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My first love turned my on to your music when she insisted I listen to "Nether Lands". I was 17 years old and instantly hooked. And 28 years later I'm still hooked. Keep the faith.....~ Greg Gaston

Dan--I don't remember when I was introduced to your music. I don't  remember not having your music in my life. I'm celebrating my 53rd  birthday today and received an IPod Nano from my wonderful husband.   He downloaded "my music," and one of  your Portrait  CDs was the first thing I tuned in to.  I just visited your web site for the first time (while still listening).Tom Robbins, Colorado, Illinois (well, OK, Indiana)  and, it appears, Santa Fe and Amalfi are just some of our common threads :-) I'm sending you only healing light, love, and prayers and have no doubt that God's grace will lift and carry you through this illness. Thank you for sharing your gifts and your music and for all the moments and milestones you have helped me mark, within my heart and throughout most of the days of my life. Be well ~ Marcia from Irvine, CA.

Dear Dan,  I check this website daily in the hope that we will soon be blessed with "good news" of how you are winning the battle against this terrible disease, and also to read the posts from other fans and friends who share the same love for you and your music as I do.  Even though I don't know you or the people who post here personally, I feel as though we've become a family of sorts, especially over the past couple of years. Dan, the world is a much richer place because you have shared your talents with so many of us who cherish you and your music.  My hope is that you can feel all of the positive thoughts and prayers being offered up for you and your family by those of us who love you, and may you soon receive some "good news" to share with all of us. ~ Pam

My best to you, Dan.  You will win this battle and you will go back touring. It is your art and for now, we miss it but most importantly, we remember it . We look forward to seeing you and hearing you once again. ~ Glenn in New Orleans

You don't know me but I was first 'introduced' to you in 1982 by ' Leader of the Band'.  Dr. James Dobson was later to remind me of this in one of his books -Parenting is not for Cowards. I got nostalgic on that Saturday evening (after 24 years! ) and was browsing the net for anything Fogelberg when I was hit by the news of your illness.  I believe that the grace of my Lord Jesus Christ (who I hope you also believe in, and love) shall be sufficient for you thru these circumstances. Dare to put your absolute confidence in Him for this?  I take the liberty of claiming to be a friend you've not met yet. ~ Olusesan Kuti (Lagos, Nigeria)

I want to thank you for writing lyrics and music that gotten me through some very tough times, myself. I hope that you and your family will come through these  trying days with flying colors and that you will be able to celebrate with some beautiful songs of hope  - possibly sung by other artist friends to raise awareness and funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation All of us would truly love to "hear" from you again.  Please may the Great Spirit watch over you and yours. ~ Lynnette in California

Dan, I wish you the best. One of the most powerful things about music and your music in particular for me anyway is that when I listen to it, I can close my eyes and remember some very good times in my life. I started listening to your music in college.  I then introduced your music to my wife.  When we first met would listen to your music on the way to her mom's house above the Napa Valley. Those were some of the best times in our lives. We have since grown older and had a couple of children. My daughter and I were in the car the other day and I put on The Innocent Age and she said "Dad who is that ?"I told her and she said she liked it alot. She now has your music in her car. Let's face it, your music is timeless.  Get well! ~
Kevin Nomina

Dan, I have never written to a celebrity of any kind before, and never felt strongly enough about anyone's music to obtain everything they have produced except you. I first heard your album Nether Lands in college and wore it out. I saw you in huge concert halls and small venues. I have to say that I have never known an artist who so completely understands the opposite sex's thoughts and feelings. "Dancing Shoes" remains my perennial favorite as it is so erotically intimate. My husband and I danced to "Longer" as our first married dance. I always felt that your songs said what I was thinking and feeling. I have just about everything you have produced and many of my favorites are ones I'd never hear you play in concert; wouldn't that be a great idea when you are well again...play some of the songs that are lesser known (not strictly those of course). I have every faith that you will overcome this challenge and we will be hearing your beautiful music again. Thank you for your music in all its sweetness.  ~ Donna Fromm

Dan, Thank you for sharing your life and heart through your beautiful songs. I have been a fan of your craft since the 70's. "Longer" has always been my favorite wedding song. Now I wish you 'longer' in your life and time with those that you love. Blessings. ~ Maggie B

Hello Dan, I've been encouraging my 4 year old daughter for the last 4 years to listen to me play the guitar!  She's never been keen, and I flattered myself thinking she didn't like the barrier of the guitar between us.  Today she said to me "I don't like you playing guitar, mum - it doesn't sound nice like Dan Fogelberg"!!!  Cheeky monkey!  We think of you often Dan, and hope you and Jean remain positive in spirit.  Much love ~ Pam, Ray, and Holly in England

God bless you, Dan. Thank-you for your lifetime of wonderful, warm, and inspiring songs and recordings. You will always be remembered and loved, and your music will live forever. There is no other artist like you. You are unique and beautiful. Hang in there. We are all still listening and praying for you...~ Baker Symes

Dear Dan and family,  Tonight I was at a softball game and I had to stay in the car with my 3 year old as it was too cold to watch outside. As I sat in the car, your song "Leader of the Band" came on and I turned it up loud and sang along with it. I thought that when I got home I would look up your website to catch up. Imagine my shock when I got to your site only to read the news of your illness. I was very saddened. I am 38 years old and I like many others, grew up on your music. You cannot even fathom what your music has meant not only to me, but to thousands all over the world. Each year at New Years I have to listen to "Same Old Lang Syne." It always reminds me of my own long lost love. Your song "Leader of the Band" has always been important to me because you use my hometown of St Paul in it. Your music has shaped my generation and will continue for many years to come. I recently had my 20th high school reunion and we spent a lot of time talking about music and your name came up. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know you will be fine. I really look forward to the day you get back on stage. Until then, rest, and get well. I hope you know that your music has touched me and I will pass it on to my small daughter. With all my best ~ Lisa Andrews, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Dan - I was introduced to your music in '81. My brother in law played "Same Old Lang Syne " for me and I have been listening ever since. This evening, while searching for chords online and listening to some of my favorite songs of yours, I read your biography and found my way here. Although we have never met, I feel like I've received a phone call to tell me that a friend is going through a real tough time. After all, people we respect and admire are like friends. We listen to them, their stories, experiences and draw from them when faced with similar situations. We miss them when they are gone and listen to their voices whenever possible, remembering what it was like to be there beside them when those words were spoken. The words may be those of a child, father, mother or a even a songwriter. I remember where I was when I first heard your voice sing the words I've kept in memory for all these years. We have a connection and though we will likely never meet, we will always have this connection. I will keep you in my thoughts. I offer every bit of energy I have to help. I thank you for your music.
Stay strong my friend. ~ Richard

Dan, I am living in he Netherlands (Europe) and I hope you will recover soon, so that I can enjoy a new album of yours.
I myself have a spinal injury and I know what suffering is. But, cheer up, man. And enjoy every second of life. Regards from a sincere fan ~ Roy Schoonheim

Dan, I wish for you to feel the peace that your music has always brought me. Stay strong and my prayers are with you.

My friends and family in St Louis are great fans.  I play about 20 of your songs. The next time you are in St Louis look  us up, and we will play a small concert for you, for you to relax and  enjoy... you don't have to do anything. Our thoughts and prayers  are with you. You will make it through. God bless... ~ Mark

Dan ~ I admire you for talking about prostate cancer. So many men keep their experiences a secret. I am convinced that communication is our greatest weapon against prostate cancer. In 2004, after I was successfully treated at Loma Linda University Medical Center in California, using proton therapy, I wrote a book about my experiences and spent the next year traveling the country doing media interviews and signings at major bookstores, all at my own expense. As a result, I feel I may have saved some lives. Hurray for those of us who realize that spreading the word about early detection, and the types of treatment available, is an important thing to do. Continued good luck to you, I have long been a fan of your music. Sincerely ~ Bill Vancil, Madison, WI

Dan, I went to the University of Illinois, when you were there and met you on the quad one beautiful Champaign afternoon.  I also promoted one of you early shows at Bowling Green University in Ohio.  You did the show by yourself (no band) for over 2 hours.  I was a little concerned about the fact there was no band around you.  However, to this day it was the best 2 hours of music I have ever witnessed.  Thank You for sharing that piece of your life and good luck. ~ r

Hi! Just wanted to send my best wishes to you and your family.  I've never  been to one of your concerts, but I have several of your CDs, and a tape.   Please stay strong.  I so want to visit places you have sung about.   Thank you for your music, and the pictures the words paint in my heart and mind.  ((hugs)) ~ Ami B.

You are an incredible musician, songwriter and singer.  It has always amazed me that many of the songs that you have written have hit so close to home for me.  I've never met you or seen you in concert but through your songs I feel like I know you like a good friend.  We are praying for you in your time of need and I hope this note could at least give back just a portion of the joy you have given me over the years.  God bless you!

Dan, You are in our thoughts and prayers every day!  We believe! ~ Your friends from Woodruff High School.....Peoria, IL

Dear Dan, I'm also one who grew up listening to your music. It was especially poignant during my teen years. There was no hip hop back then but a great melody and heartfelt words did the trick. Thanks for all the efforts. I know it could not  have been easy. Yours ~ Glenn Horvath, Germany

Dear Dan, My wife, Dea, and I love your music.  We have grown up with it, discovering Home Free while in college and then Souvenirs, which my roommates and I had to buy multiple copies of since we wore out the grooves on the vinyl from playing it so much.  Then we felll in love with Nether Lands, still a favorite album of mine, and the marvelous Twin Sons of Different Mothers.  Two of the songs you recorded, 'Longer," and "Since You've Asked," were ones we included in our wedding ceremony in 1984.  Though Judy Collins wrote the beautiful "Since You've Asked," it was your cover that inspired us to include it in our marriage ceremony.  Thank you very much. We continue to listen and love your music.  "The Wild Places," is a
favorite, and the song "Bones in the Sky," helped me get through the grief of losing my older brother, Bill Wood, to pancreatic cancer.  The power of 'Blind to the Truth" and your good version of "Lovers in a Dangerous Time," were such nice roundings to your album. It goes on and on.  I run an ecumenical and inter-faith center at the University of New Hampshire, and we try to bring hope and compassion to this world, and healing in the broken places of our lives.  We are offering prayers for your healing, and peace and joy for you and your family.  Thank you for your great music and spirit.  May it go ever on. ~ Larry

Hi Dan! I was listening to Nether Lands today and re-living my teenage years....and  I remembered how much your music has meant to me through my life.  Your inspirational lyrics and melodies were able to help me through some difficult times.  For this, I thank  you.  Your concerts were just plain awesome, kick-ass good times.  For this, I also thank  you!  I was fortunate enough to be able to attend four of your concerts,all in Arizona -- one particularly memorable concert with just you, a guitar and a piano at the Celebrity Theater.  You  made magic!  At your concert in Phoenix in about 1988 or so, I was able to meet you after the show.  You had left your coat on a plane, my friend Cindy (who worked for the airline) was able to get it back for you.  We got backstage passes as a  reward.  Needless to say, some great memories, and it was great to meet my  teenage (and adult) idol!!! My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time in your life.  If my prayers are answered, I'll see you onstage again   :-)  Please get better!! Love and peace to you ~ Mary Piersanti