Mr. Fogelberg my name is Jed Berg. I am a 16 year old boy in Wisconsin and I am a big fan of your music. I love your earlier music! I am glad to hear your health is improving.

Dan, We have enjoyed your Christmas CD.  Thank you for bringing the true meaning of Christmas into our home.  I have four children ages 13 down to 8.  With all of the negative influences in the world, it's nice to have some uplifting music we can listen to that really means something.  Your Greatest Hits album has got me through many a day of house cleaning.  We wish you the best and are glad to hear you are recovering. ~ Charlotte Stewart - Arizona

Merry Christmas Mr. Fogelberg!  I hope that you and your family have the Merriest Christmas and a terrific New Year!  My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Thank you for sharing your God given talents and gifts with the world.  I feel honored to listen to your marvelous work.  Keep your eyes and heart focused in the right direction.  A devoted fan ~ .Scarlet from K.C. Mo.

Dear Dan & Jean, At this special time of year I want to wish you both a Blessed Christmas and a Joyous 2006 filled with good health (that is our wish to you) and all of your dreams coming true. ~
Linda & Jo Flasch - Palos Hills, Ill.

Musician, muse, philosopher.....heal thyself! The world can wait as you take care of yourself and your family.  Best wishes in 2006. ~ Jerry Davis

Hi Dan, I was very relieved to hear that your treatment has been successful so far. I couldn't believe when I read about your illness last year.  You have helped me through some pretty bad times over the years with your music, and I know I am not alone in that.  I now live in the UK and so don't get to hear much of your music on the radio (but they do play Longer!!), but your CDs are regularly played.  I really miss seeing you in concert and was thinking of combining a trip over to the states with one of your concerts, that's how I heard about your cancer.  My heartfelt best wishes and prayers go to you and your family.  I hope that your Christmas is a happy and peaceful one and that you continue to improve.  Glad to hear you are keeping your options open regarding your music. Take care ~ Luv, Sandy R.

Dan, I have been a fan of yours since your Innocent Age album. In fact, when it was a 2AM feeding for my younger daughter, I would put that album on and she and I would listen to it.  I have been fortunate to see you in concert three times.  Many of my family members are fans. My prayers are with you and your family. ~ Becky H

Dan,  Just wanted you to know you are still in my prayers.  I just heard about Michael Botts and his passing with Colon Cancer.  May the lord bless you with a full recovery and back to writing, performing, and recording soon.  ~ Lance near the San Juan Islands-Washington

Mr. Fogelberg: Even as small as the world has become thru all of the media and Internet I just read today about your cancer.  I was very relieved to hear that things are going well and I hope this trend continues.  I have never written a celebrity before but in this case I felt it was warranted.  I have truly enjoyed your craft for many many years and two of your songs are truthfully in my top 5 of all time.  You have touched many and although you are known as a person by just a handful of people those of us here on the outside feel almost as if we know you also, and believe you would be a really good friend.  My son is 4 and already shows much musical talent and I can promise you he will be taught many of your songs as he progresses.  Again thank you and best of luck. Merry Christmas ~ Tony Allen (a fan in NC)

Dan, I've always been a big fan of your songwriting and your performances of those great songs.  I just read about the passing of Mike Botts (My condolences on the loss of your friend) and it got me to wondering how you are doing.  I hope you are doing well.  I admire your efforts to educate others about prostate cancer.  I am only 33 but will be taking your advice and getting these tests performed yearly as I get closer to 40. Hope you're feeling well and I hope we all hear good news from you soon. ~ Lance Yeager - Louisville, KY

Hi, God bless you Dan.  You have been a favorite since 1978 when my parents and brothers and I moved to Blackhawk Colorado. You have been wonderful to listen to all these years with your beautiful music and soothing voice. I will pray for you and your family to be strong, and, don't give up the fight. ~ Sandra Bartkowiak

Hey Dan,  I hope you are getting along well!  Life it so very short, I wish more people realized that. You have truly brought me thru many trials in my life, don't you feel like you're always being tested!  No matter what you have given. I have only given myself, yet you have given so much more! Be strong, hang on as long as you can, enjoy the little things in life, such as the stars that shine at nite, the wind blowing in your hair, the beauty in the smiles that you see around you. I feel for you and your family, be strong and hang on fight for life here on earth!!!!   Lots of love ~ Joy

I am so thankful that 2005 is ending with your health considerably improved over what it was the at end of 2004.  My New Years wish is for you to be well and happy.  My second wish is that your creative juices will start to flow again.  That may be selfish, but I really miss new Fogelberg songs and concerts.  Take care of yourself and I wish you and your family a wonderful 2006. ~ Linda B.

Just wanted to wish Dan, Jean and their families a very Merry Christmas and a happy, Healthy New Year! I am the webmaster for the BillBixbyOnline.com website and we have a section devoted to information about prostate cancer. Everybody please take care and get those annual exams!!! Thank you for all the great music, Dan, and I'm sending my thoughts and good wishes your way. All the best ~ Cathy

Dan - When I was very young, my older brother had concert tickets to see The Eagles. His friend became ill and my brother was burdened with dragging his bratty younger sister to the concert with him. I remember it like yesterday, he and his friends were all so excited for the Eagles to play and while you were singing the songs of Home Free I began a life-long love affair with you (or your music anyway). I was around 10. Now I am very saddened to hear you are having a tough time and you need to know that you have brought fans all over the world so much love that your efforts will be recognized. You are our Captured Angel. None of your devoted fans are willing to let you go. Chin up, head high and SING! ~ Donna

Dear Mr. Fogelberg, My husband and I were so distraught to learn of your prostate cancer.  We of course send all our prayers and good wishes to you and your family.  I would like to tell you how much your music has meant to us over the years.  We've worn  out so many CDs and records just listening and enjoying your unique sense of timing and words.  You must realize that your lyrics are second to none.  They are so unusual and insightful and we never tire of hearing them.Thank you again for all that you've brought to our lives and we hope to hear more songs from your heart before we all leave this earthly home. Fondly ~ Marianne Lowitz

Dan: May God Bless You with good health in the coming year! I shared in your music as a fan for most of your career in Chicago, Detroit,  and South Bend, as I moved from place to place. You have been an  inspiration to so many. While in college I chalked a portrait from Captured Angel of you, which was left at the Detroit Fox Theatre via the management for you. Through life's twists and turns you were  there with your sweet songs. "Longer" became a part of my wedding  day and I am sure thousands have played it along the way. Last year,  I joined the American Cancer Society and my team raised thousands of  dollars for Relay for Life in Kentucky. This year, I will Captain a  team of my own not only to honor you, but to honor my family (one a survivor and one has passed on).  I thank the Lord for your great Gift of Music and I will pray for your complete remission and  recovery. ~ Susan in Bowling Green, KY

Dear Dan, I am a longtime loyal fan & first posted a message at this site last month immediately after I heard of your illness. After I posted the message and read some of the others, I sat & cried because I know how much you mean to so many people, and I also know first-hand how cancer shakes you to your very core--physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I am happy and hopeful with the news you reported that your treatments have been successful thus far. You are such a beautiful soul--you were given a special gift and you knew early on that you wanted to share it with the rest of us! I have often mentioned you in my prayers over the years, long before you were ill, thanking God for you and your music. You, Jean, and the rest of your family remain in my prayers now as you are coping with so much. We don't always express the things we feel for others when we have the opportunity, so while I have this chance I want to say that I love you and I wish you a very Merry Christmas, and a New Year that is filled with health, happiness, and hope. God Bless You Dan. Sincerely ~ Rose Pargiter, Knoxville TN

I just learned of your battle.  I just wanted to tell you to hang in there and remember Jesus saves. Know that GOD is in complete control at all times and hears all prayers  (even when we don't think He's listening)  If you have not  already, please read the book of Romans.  GOD bless and thanks for  all of the great music! ~ larry w.

Dear Dan,  I have been a huge fan of yours for  30 plus years. And as I got on the internet, I just read that you are battling prostate cancer.  I wanted to write a note to you to say that you will be in my prayers and to ask God to allow you to gain strength through these messages of good will.  God Bless you and Jean.  My most favorite song is "Same Old Lang Syne."  It reminds me of loves long ago. Actually, I just went to my 35th high school class reunion. It doesn't seem THAT long ago, because the memories shorten it to just last month, when I hear that song,. God Bless you.  Sincerely ~ Dee Koons

Dan- My thoughts and my love are with you as you traverse this chasm and battle the illness.  I have every faith in your inner strength and resolve to cross the distance with ease.  Remember, you have a choice in your health.  Tell the cancer to beat it!  Believe it, and it is. Like so many others, I have listened to your music and have been inspired in so many ways as a result.  As a musician and songwriter, I have become better at my craft thanks to your sweeping offerings.  [I do hope you return to the stage, and when you do, I would be happy to play bass for you!] Thanks especially for "To the Morning."  It continues to fill me with great joy. Be well. ~ Nader Ashway

Dan:  I've listened to your voice through tears of sorrow and joy and many of the days of my life. Your voice was with me when I missed my husband-to-be when he was away.  Your voice was there when we were reunited and it was there on our honeymoon. Your voice was there as we started our lives together. Your voice was there as we danced and played with our babies.  Your voice was there when I had to search my soul or spend moments to think through life's problems. Your voice was there when my husband had cancer. It was there as I prayed. It was there when I rejoiced from the words remission. It continues to be there. To the Morning....Dan ... there is no way to say no to the morning....tomorrow will be there. I am so happy to hear that you are doing better! ~ Karen in IL

Hi Dan.  I am just so very elated to hear this happy news regarding the cancer treatment.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jean each and every day.  The joy your music has brought to my life is more than I could ever express.  I have been listening to your music well over 15 years now and every Christmas, I can't wait to pull out your Christmas CD! In fact, I love it so much, that I listen to it several times during the year.  I pray that one day you will be back on stage singing and playing your wonderful music.  I remember seeing you at the Houston Astrodome many years ago and your music was so magical that it changed my life forever!  Live each day as if its your last!!!  Sing, laugh, dance, and love!!!  You and your family are in all of our prayers. ~ Lynn, Arizona

Dan, The First Christmas Morning continues to play in my office throughout the day..what a masterpiece! I continue to hold you up daily in prayer that full vigor and health would soon be yours. We all miss your singular
God-given talents but wish for you most of all complete healing and grace and sustenance for your family. Merry Christmas my dear friend and may 2006 hold new and special Blessings for you and your family. Sincerely ~ Greg Tuttle, M.D.  Chapel Hill, NC

Dan, I am about your age and just recently learned of your illness.  I had a major prostate cancer scare a few years ago, but it turned out to be a false alarm -- and I have been telling men to get their tests ever since.
Your music has inspired me for over 30 years, and "Leader of the Band" (with different details) still brings me to tears remembering my father whom I lost several years ago.  My oldest son is now 13, just got his first guitar, and immediately asked me to teach him the chords to "Leader of the Band" , which he has heard me play many times. Please know that there are so many of us whose lives have been made bright by what you have done.
Keep going -- ever on. ~ Phil Horton

Dan - I just wanted you to know you're in our prayers...  My sisters and I saw you in Peoria a couple years ago.  I've been listening most of my life.  I have an interesting story to tell you that involves your song called "Forefathers", me (I live in Decatur, Illinois) and a friend I met from Scotland but I don't want to fill the page up with my rantings.  I love that song though.  The lyrics hit very close to home for both of us.  May God bless you and keep you lways.Sincerely ~ Diane G.

Dear Dan Fogelberg ~ Someday, when someone goes through my music library, they will know that despite the various styles of music I enjoyed, you were definitely my favorite artist.  And still to this day,  "To the Morning" is still the most beautiful song you have ever done.  Your wonderful Christmas CD is the first one I pop in the stereo at the holidays.  During the 80's & 90's, I caught every concert you played from Pittsburgh to Cleveland to Toledo. 

Seeing the little  Q & A about you in the Sunday Parade several weeks ago prompted me to immediately find your web site.  I was shocked, saddened and scared to learn about your battle with prostrate cancer.  It struck me as hard as if the news had been about a close friend or relative and I prayed for you just the same.  I thought it was about time I write to you too. Your voice and music has been the one constant in my life that has always been there for me in good times and bad.  You sang me through all the ups and downs of this life God has given me and also gave me a social conscience.   I want to thank you for that.  I pray that your strength will be renewed and that the music will flow again.  Your experience will certainly draw out more thoughts and words which you will want to share with the world.  I'll be waiting!  May God bless you and your family with a very Merry Christmas and bright hopes for the New Year!  Your faithful, hopeful fan ~ Becky Wolf

Dan Fogelberg has touched many thru his lyrics, and more recently thru his battle with cancer.  I regret never being able to see the man in concert, as he does have a small legion of fans in my country, Australia.  His album "Nether Lands" was my first introduction to his remarkable songwriting and vocal talents - "False Faces" being a track that I could relate to at the time.  Since then, I've collected most of his music - Windows and Walls being a favourite album, and "Tucson Arizona" perhaps the best bit of music I've ever heard.  The Innocent Age album had "The Reach" - all of the tracks, especially that one, was inspirational.  Many of Dan's songs are inspirational - like many people, music can reflect in certain stages of your life, and "Same Old Lang Syne" I think we can all relate to - directly or indirectly.  Very emotive, and one of a very rare breed of singer/songwriter who can take you with him on his lyrical journeys. One day I will get that airline ticket and see Dan perform, my good wishes go to him and his kin, for improving health - I just wish I could pen a few lines to express how he has affected me since my discovery of his music many years ago . Dan - Your fans in Australia give thoughts and prayers for you and your family, and hope the inner strength shown throughout the years in your lyrics, that you've shared your inner soul to us, will shine that light at this time. ~ Andrew in Sydney, Australia.

Hello Dan, I love your music and have always listened to your records over the years. God bless you and I hope that you are doing much better. Sincerely ~ Patti Abele, Henderson, NV

I am a 24 year old (in order) mother, wife, student, and waitress.  I am probably your youngest fan but maybe one of your most devout.  In my  life there isn't much room for myself.  My motherhood and marriage sort of  sprang up three years ago and proved to be the best thing that has ever happened  to me.  I am very busy with everything in my life.  Most of my free  time is spent studying at my kitchen table after my three year old little girl  and husband have gone to bed.  I guess what I am trying to say here is thank you.  I grew up listening to your music as my parents are fans.   I was introduced by them (my parents) but your music captured the deepest  parts of my soul and I was carried away from there.  There is a part of me,  deep, deep inside that longs for some type of release.  I don't really know  how to explain it.  There is a part of me that goes long beyond  Microbiology (interesting as it is) and cooking supper, going to work and paying  the mortgage.  That part of me rests in a place where more of life is  understood.  It is a whimsical feeling of solitude and understanding.   I'll have to admit that I don't really share that with anyone in my life.   Your music is so important to me because it makes me feel some of my feelings  from childhood.
 
No one around me even really knows who you are.  I don't know anyone  who feels the way I do.  Your music feeds my soul.  It is my escape  and staircase to a higher plane.  The worst thing is that I don't even know  how to explain how I feel sometimes.  Maybe I am just inarticulate but I  just can't put it into words.  The predominant words are SOUL, MOUNTAINS,  TREES, ANCIENT.  Those are just lingual fragments of feelings.  I feel  like you have an ancient soul and it comes out in your EARLIER music.  I  know that I am young but I feel small parts of a complementary soul.  Even  though this email might sound as if it comes from some crazy person, it comes  from a victim of normal, dulling, conforming, every day society.  I love my  daughter and my life but sometimes I feel a little bit smushed.  To sum it  all up, thank you for defining my soul.(by soul I mean deeper thoughts and  feelings, nothing religious)
 
I am very relieved to hear that your treatment has been successful.  I  am hopefully entering the dental hygiene program at Tennessee State University  next fall and believe it or not (as nonrelated as it is )I have had lots of  material in prerequisites about the prostate gland.  I feel very  confident that you will recover just fine and live the rest of your life  gloriously. Continue the positive feelings about your  condition.  I feel that self help has a very positive effect  on the outcome of events. I can't help but feel that my emails have been very  selfish considering what you have been  through.  I just have tons to say and have never attempted  to do so.    My parents once took me to one of your  concerts and my dream is to meet you at least once in  my lifetime.  Best of wishes to you and yours over the holiday ~  Leslie Veach

May God bless you and your family this holiday season - we are so happy to still have you with us and pray that within time you will be able to entertain us again through your music.  Have a wonderful Christmas and here's to a full recovery in 2006! ~ Jodi Griffey

Hey Dan - I just heard about your PC issues.  I was diagnosed this time last year.  Had it out in April at age 54.  There was a positive surgical margin, and the Gleason was 9 so they recommended rads and hormones which I am now on for three years, I guess. My PSA is now <0.02 which is good.  The doc says I should be good for two years and then we will see.  But right now 2 years looks very good considering the alternative.  I had a fund-raiser with my band for Terry Fox Foundation and we raised $10,000 which was fun, but the best part was having all the support of my friends and family.  This experience has certainly shown me who my friends REALLY are - so in some ways getting PC could be construed to be a wake-up call.  My relationship with my family is better than ever as well.  Maybe being shown the future isn't such a bad thing.  Anyway - I haven't even mentioned I love your music and am planning to try to cover your "Same Old Lang Syne" song if I can just stretch my voice about an octave!  Hang in and keep telling guys to get checked - I am doing the same thing. ~ Tim Godfrey, Oakville, ON, Canada

Dan, I write again from Colorado to wish you peace and a swift return to good health. The beauty of this place reminds me of every time I have seen you, heard you play and speak. I look forward to seeing you in person again. Have a wonderful Christmas!

I just recently heard of your battle with cancer, and wanted to thank you for your music!  I have been
listening to your music since the 70's, and have always said that if I could have just one cd, I would choose Nether Lands, that is how much I love it!  I have gone thru all the things that we go thru in life, and you have been there every step of the way, to pick up my spirits, sympathize with me, fill my life with music. I lost my best friend this summer to cancer, and as always, I go back to the music that has meaning for me, as I deal with my grieving.  I have learned that life can be taken away so quickly, and we need to live our lives being the best people we can be, and try to have no regrets. You are in my prayers, and just wanted you to know what a great influence you are! Thank you, and God bless you and your family. ~ Cyndi Heuer

My hope is that you and yours have a joyous holiday season wherever you may be, especially if in beautiful Colorado. All of your fans think of you often and look forward to the day when you are back on tour.

Wanted to send my best to you, hoping that you are getting stronger. I've been a fan forever - since Home Free with "To The Morning" and "Stars" and "Be On Your Way" - and of course Souvenirs with "Part of the Plan" and "Changing Horses," among those other wonderful songs.  I "grew up" with you - born in 1952, I felt a kinship with your songs' words. You seemed to be feeling what I was feeling in the early 70s and later as well. I introduced you to so many of my friends. I couldn't seem to get enough of the music! I hear "Same Old Lang Syne" each day on a radio station that's playing Christmas music. It's the favorite song of my day. So - I hope you are feeling well now, Dan. Happy holidays to you, and peace to you and to your family. Thanks for such beautiful music. ~ Jean Farmer, Glen Allen, Virginia

Dear Dan and Jean, Our family was very upset and disturbed to find out about your illness. We hoped that things were going alright. I stumbled across this website and wanted to send you a brief note tellling you how much we were relieved to know you were doing well. Your music has always been played in our home, and I personally have grown up with it since the early 70's. I now can pass that on to my children. Every time we go on a road trip, it's tradition now to put in your cd's and we play them all the way to where we are going, and all the way back. It certainly has brought us closer as a family. So thank you, for your music and your spirit. Stay well and God bless you and yours. Sincerely ~ The Whittle's, South Carolina

I was just recently made aware of your diagnosis and your struggle during the past year and heard through a friend to check your website for updates. My husband and I will keep you and your family in our prayers as you continue your journey to recovery.

You and your music have played such an important part in my life.  I became a fan when I was in high school and purchased your Souvenirs album.  I turned others on to the beauty of your lyrics and guitar and several of us went to see you in concert as you toured back in the late 70's.  You have always been my "fall and winter" guy -- your music reminds me of those particular times of the year.  When I met my husband in 1986, I realized that I could indeed marry him when I found that he also owned most of your albums and could sing the lyrics to all of your songs! For his birthday one year -- I gave him tickets to see you in concert, as you FINALLY came to Richmond, Virginia!  -- by then we had a 2-year-old and another baby on the way. Today, our 13-year-old and 11-year-old know and love your songs as well.  We particularly love your Christmas CD which we keep in our CD player throughout the holidays !  I do hope you realize how much your music has touched people and continues to do so into the next generations!  Best of luck to you in your recovery -- we will keep you in our prayers. God Bless ~ Brenda Humphreys

Daniel; Today, I'm surfing the internet and catching up with old friends...you were one of those friends, even though you didn't know it.  Your music kept me company many nights in the 80s, and the sensitive side of your
songs encouraged me feel like there was someone who really did understand how I felt.  Twenty years later, I find out that you are fighting cancer.  Now I want to take time to encourage you just by letting you know how much I have enjoyed your music over the years.  I do not believe that God is finished with you Dan.  You have more to do.  God bless you and Jean. Sincerely ~ Dawn Vogel

Hi Dan, My sister is in from Dallas and I am still living in  Illinois. We are sitting here listening to as many CD's that I have. Sorry to say most of your music is still on albums. Your music has  touched both our hearts. In a way you will never know !!!! My heart was broken when my sister gave me the news that you have  cancer. We are both encouraged to know that you are doing better. We are so connected with the "Leader of Band". Our Dad is the center of our strength and now he needs us. WE are here for him. You have been our inspiration for the last 30 years... ( do you feel  old??) The power of prayer  and laughter is amazing!! I know that  you feel the love & prayers that are given to you  every day! God and Jesus do heal! We wish you and your family a blessed holiday. ~ Love Kerri Klein  (Wheaton, IL ) and Sherrin Whiteside (Grand  Prairie,TX)

Hi Dan - I was devastated at your recent plight and am pulling for you I only wish I could see you one more time at Red Rocks - Front and Center as I was many years ago. Please take care of yourself and know my prayers and good wishes are with you and Jean. IF you decide to go back into the studio I would love to hear more of the High Country Snows type music....it IS your roots and I am listening to it right now!!! Love and ALWAYS your MOST devoted fan. ~ Deb

Hi Dan, I'm a huge fan of your great music, and I've only just learned now about your battle with prostate cancer.  I am praying for your complete and speedy recovery so that you can continue to give the world more of your music for years to come. From a fan in the Philippines ~ Mike Da Silva

Dan, You have touched so many of us with the music that has moved our hearts and spirits.  May we send positive vibrations your way in the form of prayer. Our son Chris was diagnosed with leukemia when he was 8..now he is a healthy 17 year old. BELIEVE!

Dan, I have promised myself for the last year or so to contact you regarding your Christmas CD release.  I am always looking for something "out of the ordinary" and beyond the usual Christmas "standards".  Your stylings on this CD were particularly original and innovative, even for some of the "standards".  I am a collector of 33 1/3 vinyls and have over 500 in good-to-very-good condition.  I don't think that I have "all" of your recordings, but it would be safe to say that you are well-represented in my collection!  I was born about seven years before you were, and "came of age" during the folk period of the 60's and early 70's.  I have always appreciated your easy style with music and lyrics and am looking forward to transferring your vinyls to CD for space-saving as well as longevity.  I am so hopeful and prayerful that your condition and recovery will continue to improve.  As an about-to-be-retired male nurse, I have seen first-hand the devastating toll that late-discovery PCa can have on an individual and/or a family. I've lost many of my favorite talents, such as Karen Carpenter, Cass Elliot, and John Denver, to name a few.  I'd like to see you hang around for awhile. I am partially hearing impaired and would consider a complete hearing loss a tragedy, since I would no longer get to hear my music - everything from the classics to Harry Connick and Sting, and everything in-between. My heartfelt best wishes for your continued recovery.   With hopes for a pleasant holiday season and a new year filled with bright promise. A dedicated fan ~ James Carter R.N.

Dear Dan, I recently popped your Phoenix cassette tape (yes cassette!) into my car stereo on the ride to work.  For no particular reason I have not listened to your music in a while so I immediately thought to myself gee I wonder how Dan Fogelberg is doing as I recalled you were battling cancer.  I was VERY pleased to read of your progress to date.  Like most people, our family has gone through a loved one battling prostate cancer
so I have a little insight into what you're going through.  My wife and I have always greatly enjoyed listening to your music as it brings back a flood of great memories from our past.  Very few artists music has this effect on fans in my opinion.  You have a true gift!   My best wishes for your continued recovery and (selfishly) for the
resumption of your remarkable career. ~ Andy

Daniel, What can I say to someone who has touched me so deeply?  1975 this Oklahoma boy, lost, troubled, and seeking something I couldn't identify, was traveling down highway A1A in Miami, Fl (long story about why and unimportant) when I heard a breath of fresh air on my 1970 Pinto radio.  Broadcast on WHSE Miami "Looking for a Lady" was like nothing I'd ever heard.  My life was changed in a moment. Someone expressed my soul's thoughts and emotions better than I could myself.  I've loved your music from that moment to today.  You've helped me through very though times and you're music has been there at the truly great moments as well.  I've listened to every record and I've seen you in concert on numerous occasions, and always I've felt the same: a deep gratitude for your willingness to share your God-given gifts with me.  Thanks.  Here's wishing you all the best and I'm continuing to pray for your full recovery.  Peace my friend ~ Paul

I have been a Dan Fogelberg fan since the release of his first album (back when we called them "albums" complete with great artwork!).  His father, Lawrence Fogelberg, was my band director and gave me private
lessons on the trumpet for four or five years.  I loved and respected him dearly.  I still remember when he brought in a copy of Dan's first album.  He held it up for the band to see and was SO proud.  He let us listen to it over our lunch hour.  I went out and bought a copy right away and have been a fan ever since.  I saw Dan at Pekin High School a couple of times when he came to visit his father - once for his father's retirement party/concert.  Dan was in the background and really wanted the focus on his dad.  I was impressed.  I saw Dan in college at ISU
just before Christmas with Tim Weisberg and Mr. Fogelberg dressed as a Santa tossing tee shirts and gifts into the audience.  It was a great night!
 
I work at Woodruff High School in Peoria, where Dan graduated, and have felt a kinship with his music and how our lives have touched through his father and similar locations.  I have always found his music to be stirring and beautiful and have loved his voice.  While I enjoy the newer music, especially the Christmas CD at this time of year, the first two or three albums will always be my favorites for a variety of reasons. "Leader of the Band", "The River", and "There's a Place In The World For a Gambler" have always had special meanings for me.
 
Thanks, Dan, for sharing your gifts and talents with us all.  I pray for you and your family from time to time. More since your bout with prostate cancer.  It has effected my father and one of my brothers, so I definitely get a yearly check.  My dad survived prostate cancer in his early 70's and lived to the age of 88, passing away a couple months ago. Well, I could write more, but wanted to share my thoughts and well-wishes with you from your old alma mater of Woodruff High School. You are remembered and fondly thought of here. God bless ~ Mark Hootman

I am so glad to hear of your progress ! My Dad had prostate cancer and three years after his treatments he is still cancer free. I believe all kinds of things were in play for his recovery, things I can't even explain. I have been thinking about you & Jean a lot and am so glad to hear the news of your progress !!!!  When I go up to Red Rocks I always think of the many concerts you performed & how hearing you always made for the perfect evening. One time even the rain stopped & out came the most beautiful full moon. Thanks for all the wonderful times & many more for you & your family.

I have been lucky enough to have been a fan of Dan's music since the introduction of "Home Free"  And I have always been a fan of his acutely intelligent writing and playing. To hear that a person so needed in this world is ailing sends me praying and praying for the man. I am so grateful for all the times your music pulled me through so many horrible spots in my life. A long time ago I was in a serious car accident and your music helped to pull me through the recovery period when I had to learn how to use my legs all over again. Prayer is the least I can do. Thanks Dan. Peace, and go enjoy your life you've earned it to be sure. ~ Cliff Sullins

Dear Dan, I have been a fan of your songs since my cousin Joyce first played me your very first album while visiting her in Buffalo NY, when she was a student at Buffalo U. Though I only have your first two LPs, (and I will buy your new CD and pick up where I left off on the ones in between), your songs and your lyrics and  your voice, your soul, and your incredible musicianship, have touched me  deeply. I actually have been relistening to those first two LPs for the past few  nites, as I intuitively know that somehow they are going to inspire me 
creatively and in my personal life.
 
I detect a quality in your singing style that feels like you might also have been influenced by Joni Mitchell. I am too. Musically influenced since early childhood, I officially started composing songs as a teenager. But in  1979,
1980 and 1981, came a plethora of songs pouring thru my soul from some divine source. Thank you for sharing your divine inspiration with all of us. Music is a cosmic healing force, and we are blessed to be its vehicle. I pray for your healing and I shall send you healing light, if that's alright with you. You have given so much to me with your songs, Dan. Thank you. And many blessings to you and  Jean, I am so happy you have found your soulmate. After all the past anguished  love songs, you are blessed with truth and beauty. Peace and joyous holidays to you and your family, love and light ~ lisa roma

Dan,  I've been listening to your Christmas CD this year which I've adored since it was released a few years ago. I love it. It helped me through a painful divorce. I've been a fan of yours since the early 70's. Your albums gave me the strength to get  through rough times in college, and further enhance friendships, family, and romances. Your music is unique in that it is different; a marriage of emotion, lyrics, brilliant instrumentals. and vocals. I pray daily for your health and your familiy's happiness, as you have brought so much happiness to so many. Sincerely ~ Beth Hall

Dan, my wife, Linda, and I were glad to hear of the progress you're making on the road to healing and recovery. Thanks for posting the message about it. While we respect your desire for privacy, it was, as you said, a relief to hear the news. Please, understand that we're not nosey, just concerned. It may seem weird that so many people who have never met you personally are worried about you, but music is a magical thing. It's making something from nothing but what's within you. It can tug at your heartstrings, make you laugh, make you cry, and make you look deep inside yourself. And someone (like you) who can write music that can do all of that, and more, is a pretty special person. So, we (the folks who have been touched by your music) worry about ya! We're really happy to hear the good news and send you our best wishes and heartfelt thoughts for your recovery to continue onward. And may the upcoming holiday season be a happy one for you and yours. Thanks, again for the news. It was like getting an early present! ~ Chris

Hello Dan, I am very happy to hear that you are doing good. My daughter was diagnosed on Sept. 13, 2002 with cancer (ACUTE LYMPHOBLASTIC LEUKEMIA). She was 5 years old at the time but is 8 years old now. She went through 2 1/2 years of treatment and now is cancer free.(thank God) I just wanted to let you know she is a big fan of yours. Her favorite song is "Same Old Lang Syne." She would always listen to that song through her headphones why she was getting her treatments. She wanted to let you know that she will be praying for you. God bless you and your family. And thanks a lot for helping my daughter get through her tough moments.

Dan, I just heard of your illness and was so saddened to know that someone whose music has brought me such joy, comfort, inspiration and insight is having to go through such a trying time.   Please know how  much you and your music has meant to my life and how much you are in my thoughts and prayers.   Thanks, also, for the "sermon".   Sometimes we needed to be reminded that life is precious and we must guard our health zealously. Have a wonderful holiday and know that you are loved and valued. ~ Wilhelmina Anglin

The best of luck to a truly inspirational person.

As I ponder the thought of human life and the joy and tragedies it brings, I can only think of how you, DF, made my life through your music a better place. Sometimes when stress seems to get the best of me, I listen to your music and seem to relax. For me there is no greater way to ease my mind than your beautiful music. I now have my kids who are 7 and 3 listening to your music and they, like myself, find peace in it. So I hope this set back will only make a strong man stronger. Thanks for your music and God bless you and your family. I am sure me and my family will see you on stage again. ~ Emil Gessler from Michigan

Dear Dan, Hope, love and family is the greatest gifts we have. I see that you are blessed by all of these as am I. There is not a day that goes by that I or someone in my family are either listening or singing one of your many songs. Even my 7 yr. old daughter loves your music. She especially loves "Changing Horses" and it's fun listening to her sing this song. This is what you and your music will always be, everlasting. So good luck and our prayers are with you. With great appreciation thanks for the music ~ Stacie, Emil Paytra and Sophie.