david m. bailey: Guestbook
Mary C. McLaughlin
March 9, 2010
Thank you so much David. You will live forever in my heart and soul! Your personal stories and songs are helping me to help my Jimmy, diagnosed with Glioblastoma IV in December, 2008, and my patients at the Cancer Treatment Center of America. Thank you so much!
Cindy
March 4, 2010
My mother was diagnosed with a glioblastoma December 26, 2009. She was in what we thought was great health, took a daily multi-vitamin and had just had her annual physical. We were so blessed to go to Duke and are now in a clinical trial with Dr. Reardon (after meeting with Dr. Henry Friedman). Mia (as her grandchildren call her) is an inspiration to me, she is a fighter, her faith is stronger by the day. I have been listening to the Alive and Well CD and just want to say Thank You for your sharing it. We are new to this fight and we thank you so much for your message of HOPE.
jodie
March 4, 2010
Don't know who reads the guestbook so I will address my post to everyone. Thank you to David for sharing your story. I am currently receiving treatment for a stage III glioma after being diagnosed in 2005 (not as serious as glioblastoma but no laughing matter). Long journey and it isn't over yet. David, I hope to hear you in person sometime soon out here in California. To everyone who reads these posts, my prayers are with you and yours.
Sue Peterson <sueanded71@earthlink.net>
February 24, 2010
Hi! I met you in Utah several years ago at an NCD conference--then again at General Assembly in 2008. Your music and stories are an inspiration to me and I try to share them with others. Last night I used Alive and Well, Live Forever, as part of our Stephen Ministry training--Just want you to know that your gifts have given us hope--hope to share with people who are hurting--and courage to redirect our lives as we answer the question "What now?" Shalom, Sue
marta carriker
February 16, 2010
David,
We met you many years ago (about 98)at NWMC. I gave your CD to our daughter and she still listens to it. Later she developed Crohn's disease. She is getting ready to get married and is a little scared. She remembered you and found this page. She got so excited. Thank you for being an encouragement to her and many more, I'm sure. God bless you very much in your life and ministry.
Cindy
February 8, 2010
Hi David,
Nice listening to you once again today.(love your music early in the morning, as did Nick) Heard you twice in concert last being in NJ, church in Bound Brook, hard for me to be there,my son Nick had just passed,I thanked you after the concert, you held my hand tight and said, I'm sorry...THANK YOU. Hope your doing well and hope to see you again in NJ SOON.
Ellen Page Wilson
February 6, 2010
Hi!
Just wanted to say that during my visit to Duke and my great meetings with Dr. Reardon and his staff two months ago, they gave me copy of your disc and a referral to your website.
Just wanted to say how incredibly inspiring you, your music and your story are! I also had a brain tumor (stage 4) a year and a half ago, and (thank god!) am doing extremely well. I'll definitely be attending the conference in March in Washington DC and am looking forward to hearing your live performance and meeting you then.
Best,
Ellen
sandra patterson
February 5, 2010
Just wanted to let you know that ten years ago a Christian friend introduced me to your music during an extremely difficult divorce and move across the country with 3 small children. It made such a difference - you are an inspiration. Your music is still a comfort. Thank you.
Kristel
February 2, 2010
Thanks for sharing your story and your life. It is encouraging to hear that some people do win against GBM. You bring hope where it is so very much needed. My Dad lost to GBM Dec 10, 2008 after 6 months battling it. I am grateful for your strength and courage to fight this and be an advocate for the future. I can't wait for the day when no else will have to hear a Dr say "the statistics are humbling."
JeanneTherese Vermette
January 31, 2010
Hello David:
I finally was able to see and hear you in person in Winter Garden Theatre on January 24, 2010. You were greatly inspiring and I enjoyed every minute of your music and you singing and playing along with "The Boys in The Woods". What I experienced in that evenin will stay with me forever. It was a beautiful example of an ecumenical community joining to make the world a better place. If only 1/4 of the world did what Pastor Scott is doing, what a wonderful world it would be. I was sitting directly behind Pastor Scott and had the pleasure of meeting him and his loving wife during the performance...My husband and I stayed til the end. What a gift you gave to The Boys in the Woods and I am looking forward to hearing their CD album. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I pray the good Lord heals you like He did so many times in the Bible. so that you can continue to bring your kind of love to more people. I saw your schedule....my!!!!how do youdo it. Your stamina is unbelievable...continue what you love but please take care of yourself and your family also. I have you always in my prayers as well as your family. God Bless and Keep you always in the Hollow of His hand. Fondly, Jeanne Therese Vermette (2001 benign meningioma survivor).
Carrie
January 29, 2010
Hi David. I am so happy that I came across your website. My father was diagnosed with GBM IV in December 2008 (the year of the terrible ice storm in New Hampshire and Mass). He had surgery and underwent Chemo and radiation therapy in January/February of 2009. He was doing great with little deficits, just numbness in his left leg. Things all changed in July 2009. He had his first seizure and lost some mobility. He was cognitively doing pretty good and walking with a walker. He then had 2 more seizures with his last one being in Oct 2009. The hospital sent him home with hospice care and he passed away peacefully in his home with family. I was very blessed to have such an amazing father and for him to be in my life for 33 wonderful years. I will miss him terribly, but he will never be forgotten. I pray that we will find a cure for cancer and I plan to walk in the Brain Tumor walk in Boston this coming October 2, 2010 in memory of my father Jim Bliss. Thank you for being such an inspiration to many people and I wish you the best in your fight.
Carrie
Robyn
January 28, 2010
Wow! I came across your website as I was looking for "survivor stories". My husband was diagnosed with GBM in August 2009. After surgery, radiation and now getting ready for the 3rd round of Temodar, my husband is doing well but we are still scared for the future. Your story is such an inspiration! I know God sent me to your site for a reason! Thanks for the HOPE!
Alan Dunsworth
January 26, 2010
I've been told; if you have a gift, give it and if you have a dream, live it... David, you are a living example of these words, a pioneer for others to follow. Thank you!
Fran Lewis
January 23, 2010
How I found this site is just another answer to prayer. My husband was diagnosed with GBM Nov. 14th 2009. It is inoperable. He's receiving radiation and Temador. It was cool to see that you were in on clinical trails for Temador. My husband is 63 years old, but not a day over 21. Our plan is to keep on keepin' on. Your story was a welcome and refreshing story in the midst of what many would say can not be. I pray you have inmeasurable days of joy and health. God Bless You and Thank you.
dana goodman
January 19, 2010
David:
You are an inspiration. My 13 year old son Zach has Glioblastoma. He just had his second craniotomy and has started Avastin and VP-16. When it all seems too much I go for a run and listen to your Hope Anthology CD and it makes me smile. Thank you for that!
Dana
Thandi Mills
January 18, 2010
My brother introduced me to "You'll never know" and While looking for the written lyrics I came across your story. Inspirational and phenomenal. I will most certainly keep you in my prayers and I pray that you are able to keep sharing the gift you have to portray so clearly and beautifully the simple things we take for granted so often in the hustle and bustle of life.
Jean Stultz
January 4, 2010
David, Dottie Cushman forwards your messages to me and it is time for me to make a direct connection. You have and will continue to be on the prayer chain of Northmont United Presbyterian Church (my home church) and from me special prayers as you move through this month for God to continue His watch over you.
Candy
January 3, 2010
David,
Hoping for the very best news with your next MRI. You have beat the GBM beast already, and it seems to be weaker each time it reappears. In the meantime, you're such an inspiration and comfort by how you live your life. Thank you...
Sue Alexander
January 2, 2010
Hi David!
My prayers are with you every day.
You are a Gift to all!
And, I'm waiting for my 3 new CDs to arrive!
If you ever get to or go through the Peoria area, the best coffee in the world is Eysals! It's in East Peoria, at the foot of Springfield Road on Washington St. It's very close to I-74.
Blessings and Hope,
Sue
Bob and Sue Griffin
January 1, 2010
WE are praying for you daily and trust the Lord will be by your side and help the doctors make the right choices for you and your family. WE enjoy your music so much and enjoyed hearing you in Aiken, S.C. God uses you so much each day to help others. May he continue to Bless you as you serve him each day. WE will continue to pray and trust the Lord. For there is always HOPE in the LORD!!!
barb
December 31, 2009
Thank you for the hope you give me and others. I just got my CT scan back today and need more tests because of 2 suspicious spots after being cancer free for 10 years. You will never know how much peace your songs and poems have given me in my life. Barb from Ankney
Donna Sandvig
December 31, 2009
Got your info and music from Eunice at the Wellness Community. Your music gives so much hope. My friend and I have started a NPO, Canswerlink, cleaning cancer patients' homes for free while they are going through their treatment. Can we help you and your family? Also, I want to pass on your CDs to our patients we are working with. you have a wonderful gift. I am dealing with some emotionally pain now and your songs have helped me so much. Thank you and God Bless. You are in my prayers.
Claudia Dobbins
December 31, 2009
David, thank you for sharing with us where you are today. There is always hope and I thank you for living your life of hope as a wonderful example to all of us. I will continue to hold you up in prayer as you take this next bend in the road.
love and prayers, Claudia
Gwen Kissock
November 21, 2009
Dear David, I learned about your music from my friend whose son is a brain tumour survivor. I am a breast cancer survivor. Your lyrics are inspirational: so powerful and emotional. You have a remarkable gift for expressing your feelings. Thank you for sharing your work xx
Debbie Whamond
November 6, 2009
My husband and I attended a seminar in Rosemont, IL in June 1999 and David was the entertainment. We loved him and bought his CD,"Love the Time".He,his wife, and little son were there. I'm thrilled to find out David is still alive! Sadly my husband passed away May 9, 2000 of a gleoblastoma.
Nancy Pearson
November 2, 2009
David, You are answering His call.. playing your instruments skillfully before the Lord...beautifully singing the words He has put on your heart. I pray that you will continue to be a miracle for the sake of His Glory.
David
November 1, 2009
Just listened to your sample of the song The Word on LR Baggs Website. I loved it! Thanks for sharing and God bless you, David. Having a little trouble with my Ibeam currently and I have it out of my 12 string presently. Was a nice surprise to find your song and sample.
Sara. D.
October 30, 2009
Hi David,
It was a pleasure meeting you at the Pencer Centre open house today. Your music is very inspiring and emotive! Thanks for the guitar tips as well! Good luck and blessing on the rest of your tour!
Lutz Deckert
October 28, 2009
about a year ago, or maybe longer than that, one of my daughters, Joni Deckert, from Bradenton, now at FIU in Miami, had told me that she had come to know you personally, told me all about it proudly and gave me CD of yours and I loved it, took it back home to Germany, and since then i had listened to it a lot, not for the last three, four months or so. Now, just about two hours ago, driving back from Italy to my hometown of Stuttgart in Germany, i listened to it again on the way, driving through the alps in Austria while the sun was setting, it was just absolute happiness to hear you sing in my car. Now it is late at night and I just sent an e-mail to Joni to ask her if she knws anything new about you, and she might actually try to send me a reply just this very moment, whilst I just typed your name into Google and found all this info and that you already have 15 cds out etc. I will definetly have Joni bring cds over to germany for me when she visits me next, Just wanted to say thank you for your music for now. it is simply wonderful
some fan in germany, dad of a longtime fan of yours
truly
lutz
ROBERT B. MACDONALD
October 28, 2009
im recovering from a coroid plexus papilloma.grade 2. i have an mri on the 4th of nov.last one was good.surgery was on 6/24/09. i found you thhrough an online support group of epy survivors. and am a fan and am in the process of reading all your lyrics. thanks david !! :)
Sandi White
October 28, 2009
David, My brother, Steve White, was diagnoised in April 09 with GBMIV. He is now going thru the Duke program from Charlotte NC. It has been a stressfull 6 months but you have brought HOPE back to us all, especially, Steve. He got to see you in Statesville, NC on 10/11. You have really made a difference in his life and he now wants to live instead of dying. He mailed us your Alive & Well DVD/CD and I was totally immersed in your words and music. What a miracle you are. Thank you for your giving heart during a trying time. God bless you and your family!!
Tracey & Jeff Kasten
October 27, 2009
Hi, David -
My husband, Jeff, is 45 y.o. and was diagnosed w/a GBM on Aug. 13th, 2009. Since then, he has had two craniotomies (we jokingly call him the founding member of the "Craniotomy-of-the-Month Club"), and is in the midst of his Temodar/radiation treatment right now.
Please know that if your travels ever take you to the Portland, Oregon area, you are a welcome guest in our home any time.
Christ's blessings are clearly upon you, but it never hurts to pray that more come your way. :-)
In Christ,
Tracey & Jeff Kasten
Janet Lindsey
October 27, 2009
David--Your music and outlook on life has totally changed mine, I am a hospice employee and listened to your music and heard your story, how many times have I let days, hours, moments, and seconds go by without realizing how precious they are. Thank you for who you are and what you have done.
Donna Gomez
October 21, 2009
Thank you for sharing your life with so many. You and your God given gift of music has and will continue to lift and encourage many.
Charlene Nikiel
October 20, 2009
Hi David! Wow... you are one amazing man! What an inspiration to anyone fighting demons and dreaded disease. My dad was diagnosed with GBM in June 2009 and was I believe he was amazed to listen to your story and words of hope. My family will forever remember your encouragement through song and life's story. Thank you for sharing youself with all of us. You are correct, not all angels have wings! You truly have a purpose on earth. May God continue to watch over you as you continue to heal.
Doris Kay Williams BTS
October 15, 2009
Congrats on the MRI. Every 2 months is a bummer! mine is every 6 months. You are all our Angel,too! Your songs get us thru some of the toughest times but also those Joyful times as if your right there! Im proud of you and lots of family and friends are,too! Love,Hope,Peace,Joy, and Prayers,from one Mind to the other...DKW
trudy bettiker
October 14, 2009
You are incredible! Your faith has gotten you through another trial on your journey with cancer. I'm so proud of you. I will be celebrating my seven year survival on October 23. The doctor had given me 9 months to 2 years to live! Balogna to those docs! We're stronger than this cancer and the power of our faith conquers it all. I have all your CD's and have seenyou in person at least eight times. You are terrific. Keep on.....love the time.
Nancy Wells, RN
October 14, 2009
Even tho' I caused you pain for your MRI (2 needle sticks--I hardly ever do that!)--you were kind enuff to give me a cd--I listened to it on the drive home--totally awesome!! 'Am passing it around to other MRI folks--thanks for sharing your marvelous gift with us!
tim couture
October 13, 2009
David-
Your music came to me as a gift from a friend, and I truly cherish it. My only problem is that I can't listen to it for more than a song before I break down in tears in gratfulness of the blessings of friends, family and salvation Christ gives me. Please know that we pay for your health and praise God for his work through you.
tim
Krista
October 13, 2009
David-
Reading your blog has been incredible for me. On September 4th, my Mom had a seizure in my arms in Cincinnati, OH while I was visiting from Charlotte, NC. Within the next 48 hours they found a tumor and successfully removed it on September 9th. She was diagnosed with Glioblastoma on September 10th. The last month has been a battle but our family has been so supportive and Mom has kept her head up with a positive attitude at all times. She started Radiation and Chemotherapy on October 6th and had and MRI on October 8th that showed new cancerous blood vessels surrounding the site of the surgery and tumor removal. They ordered for a portal to be installed on Thursday October 15th to administer three Avastin treatments over the next six weeks. On Friday October 9th, she surprisingly had five seizures and was readmitted and her wound broke open. They fixed it and are holding off on radiation until she heals again. We're keeping a positive attitude and hoping she has a story like yours in eleven years! Thank you for your strength and hope, your page is incredibly motivational to my family in Ohio!
Christina Hudson
October 12, 2009
Greetings from NJ, Our minister just emailed us about your concert the Sun. in Bound Brook. So sorry we can not make it. My husband was just diagnosed Aug15.2009 with a GBM stage 1V. Its a non op, right frontal lobe, that left him paralyzed on the leftside. After 6 weeks of radition everyday with the temodar everyday, he can walk and is beginning to write. Your story is another answer to our prayers. We hope to hear you and meet you someday soon. Keep the faith, you are now in our prayers as well. Sincerely, Christina and Eric Hudson
Betty Hudson
October 12, 2009
Its been a while since I got into your music. Am just as inspired as always. I sent you to a friend who is now starting his GBM journey. He is a musician and will undoubtably be lifted by your beautiful words and skillful playing.
I thank God for your gift to us all. I was sorry to hear that you have had to revisit North Carolina. Will be praying for your healing along with my buddy.
Blessings and peace.
Lou Ann Black
October 12, 2009
KOKO back to yah David. Thank you for who you are. You are ones of God's great gifts to all of us who know, listen and are inspired by you! No day is complete without hearing your sweet voice and words!
Barb
October 10, 2009
beautiful music and a beautiful person. Thanks for giving those with brain cancer hope.
Kim, Van & Luke
October 10, 2009
Thanks...for...divine...inspiration...hope...joy...love...tears...smiles...laugh ter...spirituality...reflection.....determination...as we share our common journey through brain tumor land. With love from our family to yours.
Joy Abell
October 8, 2009
I've never heard of you until this eveningwhen I was on Google looking up info about Angola By The Bay in Lewes DE. I had a house there(double wide) for over 20 years, where I wouls spend the summers with 4 of my 6 kids. we took the dble wide down to buil our retirement hoe and then discover the my husban had Mesothelioma, lung cancer from Asbestos, he died two years ago. I just buill a new hopuse on the property in his honor and for my grandkids. My oldest son 50tyish plays the quitar, I think that you must be a very rare person. I hope that I have the oportunity to hear and see you sometime, I know that I am going to listen to all of your music that I can find on the computer. I will certainly tell my son about you. Good luck and God Bless you.
Joan Huhn
October 8, 2009
Hi David, I can't drink a cup of coffee without thinking about you and it always makes me smile. Who did the gospel part of Keep on Walkin'? That is wonderful!!! My David is doing well right now. We are off to Colorado to do some hiking and to love up his 98 year old grandmother. Thank you for so much. I can't believe we missed your last Davenport performance. I guess we were too busy being busy...
diane Raymond
October 6, 2009
I fell upon your website on evening. I love your music. My husband was diagnosed on June 28th 2009 and our life has changed. he is too young... we are so scared but we don't talk anymore. This disease has taken a piece of him every day. Yes there is a lot to celebrate, he is alive but I am so afraid of our future. How do I continue this journey alone without touching him like a wife should that piece is gone. I just want to thank you for taking the time to read this. He goes for his first MRI after treatment on Oct. 15! I pray for hope and peace, and love.
Joanna Roland
September 30, 2009
Your concert on Friday, September 25 was beautiful. Thank you for your courage and your gift of music that sends hope and peace to so many. I attended with a friend who has a son with the same diagnosis as you. I also have a young son diagnosed 3 years ago with cancer. We are proud to say our sons have taught us to keep on walkin! Enjoy the day!
God Bless!
Joanna
Beckie Sherman
September 29, 2009
David, it has been a long time since I have been in touch, but have spent this evening catching up on your site. Just visited the BT Clinic at Duke last week with my daughter, Katrina. Ya'll continue to share marvelous milestones - being diagnosed a month apart, enduring Henry/Allen's monoclonal treatment and isolation (even in the same room on 4th floor for that isolation), suffering the same vision loss, and, most importantly, still surviving and living 'LIFE" as fully as possible. Katrina went way out on a limb and pushed the envelope - as Duke has often accused her of doing!! - and not only got pregnant, but delivered a perfectly normal son in July 2008. We joked that he just might be born with little pointed ears and a long tail, resembling one of Henry's nude mice!! Katrina finally convinced Allen to operate in 2005 and remove the mass of necrosis that had been accumulating following the monoclonal, which continued to cause more frequent seizure activity. Biggest news - NO cancer found in the tissue removed - but, wound didn't heal (due to radiation, chemos, steroids) and had to be redone, using artificial covering for the dura and titanium for skull plate and boney matter. She hasn't had a headache or seizure since, and was able to completely go off the constant steroids. Did have to have a shunt implanted about a year later - but, all things considered, everything is great!! Miss seeing Henry - but did get to see Mary Lou last week so she could see Katrina and son, Trystan. Always enjoy your pictures with the "Big Guys" at the BT ANGELS AMONG US walk. Wish I could participate - but continue to pour my efforts into our local RELAY FOR LIFE, where I always have a luminaria for you. Keep on keeping on and connecting with so many who need to hear your story and your music. Would like to get to a concert again - my one and only was years ago in Lexington, VA. I will keep checking the schedule. Blessings for you and your family.
Sara Van Loon
September 29, 2009
Hey david,
Long time. So I was showing one of my students (yes, I'm teaching...scary, huh) anyway, showing a student named Courtney a few of your songs on YouTube and he was all "we've got to get him here!" So what do you say? Southeastern Wisconsin could use a little hope, faith, love and coffee.
Forever your friend,
Sara "coffeegirl" Van Loon
Joan Huhn
September 29, 2009
HI David, It is funny when you feel like you know someone, but they don't have a clue who you are. I am on my way to Madison, WI this morning so I can be there for my son, David, who will have his avastin in the morning. He is such a gentle, kind, peaceful kind of guy. You would like him. I am listening to your new album; it is such a gift to my heart. Thank you. If I can talk him in to it, I think I need to take him to Duke. He is feeling ok right now and doesn't want to leave his life in Madison. He is 27, my youngest child.
Joanna Roland
September 28, 2009
I saw your concert on Friday night in West Des Moines.I was sitting in the front row with my friend, Joan. We both have young sons diagnosed with cancer. Joan's son David has the same diagnosis as you. His surgery was last November. My son was diagnosed with a sarcoma 3 years ago and had a below knee amputation. We are lead by our boys who definitely keep on walking and your music and poetry certainly motivate us as moms to live with hope and enjoy the time! Thank you for your generous gift! You certainly uplifted us!God Bless you David!
I work at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, IA. It is my hope we can get you on our schedule in the near future! You are amazing! Blessings on your day!
Joanna
Ron Richardson
September 27, 2009
David, Thanks for sharing your experience and hope. My daughter passed along your story. I am in my first week of treatment after a surgery. I am looking at the work, my family and friends in a whole new way. You are providing insights that help me find the way. I have things to do and plan to stay with it. Thanks David
Joanna Joland
September 26, 2009
I attended the concert September 25 at Hope church. It was beautiful-thank you. I was sitting in the front row and was so moved by the words in each song. I have a son diagnosed at age 26 with sarcoma(now 3 years out) and was with a dear friend who has a son(David age 27) diagnosed with glioblastoma in november of 2008. We live with hope and we do keep on walking(love the song) because our dear sons have taught us this is what we must do.Thank you for your gift of music! I work at a church in Davenport, IA and would love to have you come. I will be sharing your story at our staff meeting next week!God bless you!Peace and hope to you!
Joanna
VICKI STREET
September 25, 2009
I SAW YOU ON TV WHILE SITTING ON MY COUCH..CRYING OVER A "SOAP OPERA" HAVING A LITTLE TALK WITH GOD AND THEN YOU CAME ON THE TV AND YOU SPOKE TO ME....I WANTED TO ATTEND YOUR CONCERT IN DES MOINES TONIGHT...BUT I HAVE TO WORK...SO I WENT TO YOUR WEBSITE AND I AM SO MOVED AND INSPIRED BY YOUR SONGS AND YOUR LIFE..I AM A FAN AND I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOUR HEALTH...YOU HAVE TOUCHED YET ANOTHER LIFE. GOD IS SO AWESOME AND I THANK HIM FOR BRINGING YOU INTO MY LIVING ROOM. 9-25-09
Linda Williams
September 14, 2009
David,
Your concert on Saturday night at FCPC in Abilene was great. Your voice was clear and your message was strong.
This is the 3rd time I have enjoyed your concert at FCPC. I hope you will continue to feel like we are your home and come back and see us again.
Pam Hrncir
September 14, 2009
David,
You sang at our church this Sunday. I was so moved I went home and downloaded your Cd to my I phone.
When my 11 old son asked why I did this, I gave him a small smile and said "I was moved" thinking he would not get it. He looked in my eyes and said "you have to tell him" So I'm telling you. God is calling me back. He speaks through your songs. Thank you
Kay
September 14, 2009
David,
I am passing your name on to a friend of mine who was recently diagnosed with the same medical condition. Her name is Barb and she and her immediate family are currently living in Alaska. Another friend of mine discovered your story and sent me your website info. It is great to see how you've kept on going through it all.
Theresa
September 10, 2009
Thank you for sharing your story! It's so promising to know that where there is faith and hope, anything is possible.
Brenda
August 28, 2009
A friend told me about you and what an
inspiring message you have to give...I love your music..you look my son...
I am trying to order your instrumental.
Will keep trying...God Bless YOU..B.R.
Sherrie Mellinger
August 27, 2009
Hi David,
My 40 yr. old husband was diagnosed with GBM in July of this year. When we went to Duke Medical Center for treatment, they gave us your DVD and CD. Wow...what an inspiration you are to us! We certainly have hope that there are miracles out there and my husband and I hope he is going to be one of those miracles! Thank you for sharing your story and we hope to catch one of your concerts in North Carolina sometime.
Sherrie
Dwane Carter
August 26, 2009
Great to run across your website.
I have a brain tumor level 4 and found out in Jan. 2007.
I am still going, teaching graphic design
at a Christian School for high school students.
I just keep on going and the doctors don't know what to say. They are little amazed at where I at at this point.
My faith, my family keeps me going on.
My creative side side in growing more than ever. In a way is better than before.
It is great hear others who are living with cancer. It is a stuggle at times, but it been worse. Some many people have more problems than I.
I have been bless.
DwaneC
Maria Caserta
August 7, 2009
Hi David!! I am so incredibly happy things are going so well for you. Just finished up our flyer for your visit to Buffalo October 20, 2009! I can't wait to hear you "live". We all miss you very much!!
Laura Ackley
August 4, 2009
David.... we spoke last Sunday evening at First Pres in Sharon. Thank you for taking the time to be with us and to inspire so many. The evening was made more special by having your family there with you! I just wanted you to know that you are in my prayers and that I have sent prayer requests for you to friends that I am still close with from NWMC (25-30 years ago). God be with you and grant you PEACE!!!
Laura Ackley
Scott Coley
August 1, 2009
David,
Thank you for sharing your story. It does offer hope that I can live a long time with my "new friend!" And thanks for directing me to Duke. They were awesome to work with.
What's next? (I like that)...
Scott
Sheila Chin
August 1, 2009
I found out about you from the book "I've Seen The Clouds Looking Beyond Hope by Sheila Higgs. I have listened to some of your songs on YouTube. Thank you! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Charles Dixon
July 29, 2009
I viewed your Duluth, Ga. dvd, which was given to me at Duke when we were setting up my treatment plan.
I had a GBM removed in April and completed radiation treatments on Jul 9. Dr Friedman also prescribed Timodar and avastin with the radiation. The treatments are given in Atlanta but Duke sets the protocol.
Just wanted to thank you for sharing your message of hope. I wish you the best in all ways.
Charles
Christy
July 28, 2009
I just wanted to let you know that you just gave my mom hope and everyone in my family! My mom was diagnosed with this horrible disease May 2007. Everyday is a battle. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Maybe I will start to believe in miracles again!
Christy
Judi Trevorrow
July 27, 2009
My friend in california sent me your email about your recent tours.
May God bless you and heal you completely.
Blessings and abundance,
Judi
Linda Ealy
July 26, 2009
Hi David,
I was at First Pres in Sharon, PA tonight. You were awesome! AND your son, too. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You have inspired me to keep on keeping on. Thanks.
In God's Love,
Linda Ealy
ross varney
July 22, 2009
HI...... got your CD "Life" several years ago, after a concert in newburyport, MA, Old South Presbyterian church..... have enjoyed it greatly ever since, and find lots of inspiration to keep on going!
Ross Varney, pastor of a nearby church that feels like we're going uphill lots of the time, as are many of the traditional churches.
p.s. I will remember you in my prayers; I do a wee bit of composing myself, but have not given up the "day job" yet!
Haig Dick
July 14, 2009
David,
My wife of 45 yearas has just been diagnosed with GBM and was in Sloan Kettering HOspital in NY.your website has just been given to me by a colleague,Brian Friedman, with whom you have been in contact.
I have read your bio & treatment and it is a source of hope and inspiration. Thanks you for providing some light on an otherwise gloomy outlook.
HAig Dick
Robert L. (Bob) Montgomery
July 12, 2009
David, Thank you for your great contributions to the worship at Montreat. I heard you with your Father (I also thought his sermon was great.) I am looking forward to getting some of your CDs.
Piper Grace
July 11, 2009
Hi David. I just wanted to say that your music is such an inspiration to so many people, and I feel incredibly blessed to hear all that you have to share. Thank you for everything--keep going. We're all behind you, we'll be praying. :]
Veronique Musengwa
July 7, 2009
Hello David,
I heard you singing this past Sunday in Montreat and loved your music. I especially liked the song about the Trinity. It actually reminded be of the book The Shack.
My family and I usually spend one or 2 weeks in Western North Carolina each summer and I feel blessed to have heard your music.
Your story is amazing. I will keep you and your ministry of music in my prayers.
Blessings,
Véronique
Sherry Lewis
July 6, 2009
Hey Dave, Want to thank you for your new CD "Love". I have listened to it and have loved each tune. I love seeing you come thru the checkpoint at Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport, where you gave me the cd the other day. I knew there was something "special" about you and know why now. You are a "Man of God" and that just lights my day. You are a tru blessing with your music, message and your strength. I will be preying for you and looking forward to seeing you at the airport again, saying "come on in Dave, where are you headed today? Keep that lovely smile of yours and the Godly spirit I see in you. See you soon.
Killian O'Brien
July 4, 2009
David,
Found your link via the BrainTrust. I've often wondered how you've been doing. Wow, great to see you are still doing the music. '97-'98 on BRAINTMR seems like forever ago...
Indomitable.
Hallelujah.
sue
July 3, 2009
the only thing I can think of to say is "Amazing" and Thank you!
Jake Evans
June 25, 2009
Hey David,
I was recently diagnosed with GBM back in 2/09 and have had surgery, radiation, and chemo. One of my friends said to check you out and has started to turn me on to your music. I love it. Keep rockin'! I am a family doc out on the Big Island of Hawaii. If you ever want your tour to extend out this way let me know. Or if you want a vacation, we have a sweet place in downtown Hilo. The big island is a great place for healing the mind, spirit, and body.
Shaka!
Jacoby's
June 3, 2009
Hi David and Leslie,
We really enjoyed meeting you yesterday at UVa clinic. You were both topic of conversation on our drive home. Inspiration is what we needed and you delivered! Truly the Lord brought us together to give us the hope and determination to continue fighting this GBM. We love the CD. Thank you for your generosity and time! Hopefully there will be another time we meet up again. God Bless you, Leslie and kids!
Skip and Deena Jacoby
Julian Childs
June 2, 2009
Great news David, there are many people here in the United Kingdom thinking of you.
You really are a symbol of hope!
Dann Pickens
May 21, 2009
Really enjoyed the lyrics of "Still Standing" that you shared with Anita. When she first brought your site to my attention I listened to "Tuscon" which is also excellent. Thank you for the sounds of hope and encouragement. I hope your second round puts this thing down for the count!
Cathy and John Evans
May 20, 2009
Dear David,
We're lighting a candle for you today-May 20, 2009.
'Keep standing in hope and faith for cures to the mind and body. 'Keep standing for those who lack the strength or the will themselves.
Thank you for standing, David.
Peace and Blessings to you and your family,
Cathy and John Evans
White Bear Lake, MN
Peggy Flannigan
May 18, 2009
david,
got in at 1 am from our "road trip" to see you in Newton, Iowa, last night. The music was beautiful and as Ursula said below, God is using you and your voice as an instrument of hope, joy and faith. Also, like Ursula, I couldn't wait to share news of your recent MRI report with my support group friends and our Walk for the Mind Committee. We are all so thankful for that good news. No matter how many times I see you and hear you, I continue to be moved by your message.
David B Dailey
May 18, 2009
Just found your site last night, and today contacted Henry, your songs are beautiful and inspiring, they give peace when you feel hopeless, your story has given us hope, may God keep blessing you and thank you for sharing your story and your voice. Pat and Dave Dailey
Ursula
May 5, 2009
Good morning, David,
It's so obvious to me that God is using you as an instrument of hope, of joy, of faith. Even the recent setback might have been a message that yes, there are setbacks, especially with our brain tumor journey, but that doesn't mean it's a slippery slope downward. I'm so happy about your latest MRI. I right away posted it on the brain tumor list, because good news feeds hope for all of us. Much love to you, dear David, and may your songs inspire us for a very long time,
Ursula
Mother of Jennifer, 6 year GBM survivor also hoping for good news from yesterday's MRI.
Peggy Flannigan
May 4, 2009
Yes david,
God is Good!
Your news today is just absolutely the best!
Thank you so much for sharing it.
suzanne palmer
May 4, 2009
David, It is always wonderful to see you again. Thank you for your encouraging words, and prayers. You will continue to be in my prayers as well. I think about you every time I am in Grove City. That was such a long time ago. You have been such an inspiration to my entire family, and I know I can make it through this too. Thanks for the reminder. You have been an instrument of peace and hope. We all love you.
suzanne palmer
May 4, 2009
David, thank you for your great words of encouragement. It's always wonderful to see you again. It's been a long time since Grove City! You are always in my prayers, and thank you for yours. you are a true inspiration to so many. Thank you.
judy leslie
April 25, 2009
Hi David,
My husband and I have been to every concert in the Sharon-New Castle, PA area for the last 12 years. Your first concert there after your surgery was a turning point for us since my husband had surgery for kidney cancer the year before. I just wanted to Thank you for your dedication to helping others in their tuff times. I worked with Pam Maloney for the past 6 years and she has also been a great support during hard times. We have now moved to IN and I will miss your concerts unless you head this direction in the future. May God continue to bless your music and your life!
Beth McCarrick
April 24, 2009
David, I hope and pray that you continue to heal. My husband and I had our first date at a concert at Grove City College. You and Bill Deasy were the first step to a (so far) 19 year marriage with three teenage daughters. I've been keeping up with Ella Newmiller's progress through our church prayer line, and saw your name! Thank you for supporting her and all children with brain cancers. Our thoughts and prayers are continually with you. Beth (Sinclair) and Phil McCarrick
Ashley from Alaska
April 24, 2009
About 8 years ago David visited Alaska and played a concert for my family. At that time my Aunt Lori was battling a brain tumor. My aunt has now passed, but her presence is felt in my life every day. I bought a couple of David's CD's and they are still an inspiration to my life.
I know David has a busy tour schedule, so we all GREATLY appreciated his effort to come to Alaska.
His songs encourage me to see the bright side of each day. Also, I find myself connecting with God when singing to his music. Our great Lord has given David a real talent, and gentle spirit.
Thank-you for your dedication to people and most of all to our Lord David.
You are truly an inspiration.
I thank the Lord for you,
Laura Hutchens
April 22, 2009
David,
My husband was diagnosed last March with a GBM and in October when things were not going well I searched the internet and found your site. From there we contacted Duke BTC and he has done treatments with Henry and his staff over the past 6 months. However once again the beast continues to grow and he has decided that his fight is over and he is going to have some quality of life.
Your site gave us so much hope and inspiration that I cannot even begin to explain or thank you enough. I hope others are lucky enough to find your site and that you are able to keep up this work for many many years to come.
Laura
Greensboro, NC
Pam King
April 5, 2009
I saw David in concert at the Mayfield Presbyterian Church on March 29, 2009.
I can't explain how much this experience meant to me - his music has played nonstop in my house, car and iPod ever since. I came home from the concert and told my husband, "I saw God today..."
I am so grateful to David for reminding me how important it is to "love the time."
shannon sligar
March 30, 2009
David,
I was sitting here listening to your interview while I also had a panic attack about losing a file for graduate school. Thanks for reminding me that all is never lost. You've been an inspiration since the beginning of this mid-life journey into teaching . . . "don't let the cynics tell you they know better. Better yet, don't let them talk to you at all." "it's not about finishing the dream, it's about starting..." Thanks. Anyway, I'm back to my paper. God bless and take care...We're looking forward to seeing you in Birmingham in November.
Robin Ducharme
March 30, 2009
Hi There David,
No pressure, but you did change a life last night in little old Mayfield, NY. I thank you my friend. From the momment you started, I felt the enormous love fill the room. So much I wanted to say, to thank you but words were lost to me. I gave you a hug instead. Hearts say it best. Thank you for being my live hippie folk-singing angel. I'll pass it on buddie. Keep On Flying,
Robin
Gary McCoy
March 29, 2009
David, just participated in your celebration of life at the Mayfield Presbyterian Church. Awesome experience. By definition you are an angel (the earthly variety). God Bless You...Gary
Mary Vitela
March 28, 2009
David, you are my inspiration, when things get rough, I think of you and your fight!
Thank you,
Mary from ny
Sierra Denniston
March 15, 2009
Mr. Bailey,
You are an insperation to me. I was at Park Lake Pres. The other night when you spoke at the youth convention. I could not stop crying the whole time. It was absoloutly amazing. I bought your cd/dvd, alive and well, and i have watched it probobly 20 times since. I have your songs uploaded on my ipod. My friends ask me why i listen to it, and i show them the concert, and they love it too. You are truly amazing, and you have to come back and preform for us at park lake. I love you and your story. Thank you so much for everything you do. We all love you.
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