Dan, I have been a fan of yours since the 70's.  The world has changed so much since those wonderfully free youthful times. I moved away from your music as my life moved on. Then, one Sunday I heard this heavenly music coming from my son's bedroom.  It was "The Reach".  He remembered me playing this music when he was a young boy. He was visiting and just wanted to listen to "some good music".  He chose your music and lyrics.  Your music is a positive gift that reaches into the soul.  thank you, Dan. ~ Patricia Russell-Quan

Hi Dan, I think of you often and want to send my best wishes to you again today. Love ~ Linn

Dear Dan: I am 48 years old.  I have recently been re-connected with your music, of which I was a huge fan in the seventies and early eighties.  I have a 13 year old son who has proven to be a very gifted musician.  In an effort to enlighten him as to what true song writing is, I pulled out some of your albums to play for him.  I wept as I listened to many of the songs, not just because of your current situation, but because in the CNBC-talk radio world in which I live. I had forgotten what your music has meant to me in the past.  The majesty of the music and the profundity of your lyrics have touched my soul once again, and I will never allow myself to be separated from them again.  I truly pray for your recovery.  My son has brought me back to your music, and for that I am very grateful. God bless you ~ Duane Jusko

Dan, I've been a fan for years. I learned to appreciate your music in the late 70s while attending college in NY; the girls on campus loved it and I would hear it in the background - then I learned to love it myself. Met my wife in college and wanted to play a song you sang, I think written by Judy Collins "Since You've Asked". The band couldn't play it so we did another of our favorites - "Longer". Kathy and I are praying for you. You've been a real blessing to us and we've introduced you to our six children. They've got you on their ipods. ~ Chris and Kathy Mahon

Dear Dan,  I wanted to once again include my good wishes to you and Jean in the wonderful mix of love and admiration that your fans and friends have written here.  You are never far from my thoughts and prayers.  I hope that you're doing well and enjoying life.  That is my prayer for you.  I also hope that one day you will once again grace us with your presence on stage.  No matter when or where, I will do whatever it takes to be there if you do decide to perform again.  I'm sure a lot of others have that same dream.  To see you again would be so wonderful!  That may sound like a selfish statement but I'm just speaking the truth.  First priority...we want you well and happy....secondly, though, another chance to see you perform onstage would be a dream come true!  All the best!  ~  Pam in La.

You have a song for almost every feeling, reason and season.  When I hear many of your songs, my heart wells up.  My boyfriend and I have seen you several times, including your last tour.  Like so many others, we love your music.  I love your lyrics.  I love knowing that when I'm feeling a certain way, I can pull out one of your songs and know someone else out there knows Exactly how I feel.  There is nothing like the feeling of music and lyrics that can move me to laughter or tears - yours does that.  Through your music, you are loved.  Our best wishes and prayers are with you and your loved ones.  Peace. ~ tea pennisi

I wish all good things, love and peace for Mr. Fogelberg. Nether Lands never fails to bring me to tears of joy. "Anthems to glory and anthems to love and hymns filled with Earthly delight. Like the songs that the darkness composes to worship the light". You are a true spokesman for a higher power. You are blessed. Thank you for sharing this gift.

Dan, I've been coming to see you and been inspired by your music for the past 35 years.  Please accept my best wishes and prayers for you.  You ARE a true  "Living Legacy". Best ~ Sherry Mohr

As I sit here at work needing a little help from a friend I pull out yet once again, as I've done so very many times, my Nether Lands CD.  I've gone through my album and cassette tapes and now I am listening on CD, but it never fails to ease whatever pain or calm whatever fears I am currently facing.  I can only hope that your music brings you the peace and enjoyment that it has brought me for so many years.  My thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family as you go through your battle.  I thank you for your music and God for your life!  What a blessing He has given me by giving you your gift.  I lift you up! ~ Carolyn Greene

Hi, Dan.  Every six months when my husband has a repeat PSA I think of you and check your site for some good news.  His cancer is still in remission & we are so grateful.  Continue to fight, we will continue to pray.  I have loved your music since my college days in the 70's and your albums are the only ones I keep in my player all the time.  ( I've got over 300 in my collection now!!)  You're still the best.  Blessings to you and yours ~ Debbie in Kansas

Dear Dan and family, I am a long-time fan, and have seen you perform several times, from the massive arena at the Meadowlands to the intimate tent at Waterloo Village, both in NJ.  Your songs were the framework of my young-adulthood, and as a singer I find great joy in wrapping my vocal chords around your soaring melodies.  "Nether Lands" was an awakening of my pagan soul at a time when I was just realizing environmentalism could be a spiritual path in and of
itself.  I sang "Longer" for my brother-in-law and his wife at their wedding. More than ten years ago, my father was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer.  Today he is 73 and enjoying his life.  Remember, when things look hardest, and it is a challenge to see the beauty around you, in your own words, "there is light in the depth of the darkness...let it shine."  Your fans are like an extended family and we all wish you only the best.  Shine on. ~ Anne Nadel in Vermont

Dan, you are the "Leader of the Band" and always will be in my mind.  When my father died at 83 years of age back in 1984, I could not shed a tear for reasons of my own.  One day, two years later, I heard "Leader of the Band" on my car radio and cried my heart out over the loss.  It came as a relief for me and gave a closure that I desperately needed.  Thank you, gentle man - for all the songs and all the memories. ~ John Orser, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Dan and Jean, God bless and keep you now and always.  My heart goes out to you and my prayers include you.  Miracles abound and are evident for all of us who seek and recognize.  I love you both.  ~ Sam in Georgia
 
I remember that I first heard your songs on the radio and though I liked them, I loved the albums and alot of the other songs more.  There is not a 6 month period that I do not search in hopes of finding another album but now I know you are very sick. My prayers are with you and Jean. She is very beautiful and has what appears to be from her photos, a kindly spirit.  Sometimes, peace shows.  Don't forget we have been listening to you since I was in College and you are still to this day my favorite artist of all time.  Yeah there are alot of artists but no one captured the imagination and the wonder of life, in many different areas, including metaphysical as you have. My favorite album is River of Souls, and I like the alternative photograph as well.  Also I loved your bluegrass album and had alot of fun singing along to it as I went back to Illinois to visit my mother.  My father passed away in Jan 1, 2006 and I remember listening to all your albums as I went across the country. Thank you for all your wonderful lyrics and poetry through your music.  You can sing a ballad that would make someone weak and turn around and let us whoop it up with bluegrass. My deepest respect goes out to you for your courage and your talent.  All my prayers are with you and Jean and I will continue to light candles as I did today. If Lance Armstrong can fight this thing and it was in his brain and lungs I will pray for results that are worthy for a man that brought so much into this world. Dan and Jean, no one can tell you how to fight this fight but deep down in your spirit when you listen to the voice of spirit, you will know what you have to do and when. Please keep us posted of your progress when and if you feel up to it.  We all care so much. Love to you and yours from us and ours ~ Victoria Norwich

Dear Dan - I am and have been praying for your complete recovery along with thousands of other fans around the world. I am so thankful that I was able to drive from western Kentucky to Atlanta a few years ago and see and hear you in concert at Chastain Park. Full Circle had just been released and the night was pure magic. I will never forget that show. I am 54 and have had the PSA and DRE exam and will have follow ups at every physical from now on. Thank you Dan for urging us older guys to get checked. You have probably saved many lives. Thank you and God Bless ~ Phil Davis, Kentucky

Dear Dan, I'm sure there is nothing that I can say to you that hasn't already been said. I will share with you that I am a 47 year old lady with a new IPOD. I downloaded your entire Nether Lands album the other night and I haven't been the same since. The flood of memories and feelings that returned to me after so many years was unbelievable. Your music had a profound affect on me and it felt wonderful to feel that way again. I wish for you a return to good health and I will pray for a full recovery. ~ Susan Potter

Every time I return to my hometown, I find myself playing my Dan Fogelberg CD's.  They bring me back to when I was young, carefree, and thought I had all the answers.  Right now I am back in my hometown, dealing with my elderly parents (ironically my father has prostate cancer, along with Alzheimer's.).  I can't thank you enough for your music which has helped to guide, soothe, and restore me.  May God be with you.  Remember, God is in the hard stuff.  I often use your lyrics
with my English students with lessons on imagery, tone, and voice. Take care ~ Bridget Davis

You're in my prayers every day. Your music has been my "therapy" for over 30 years and I hope you have special music that you listen to that means as much to you as yours has meant to me. ~ Anita Spicer

Dear Dan:  I was just checking out your website to see what your touring schedule might be. I had just been playing "River of Souls" the other day so I thought I would check your schedule. I was shocked to hear of your battle with prostate cancer and my thoughts and prayers go out to you.  Your music first touched me in the late seventies when "Phoenix" came out and then I had to get all of your albums to that point like "Souvenirs", "Nether Lands", "Home Free" and "Captured Angel".
 
 My wife and I were living temporarily with her parents as we were expecting our first child and I played these records constantly. When our first child Daniel was born (coincidence perhaps) I would play and sing to "The Innocent Age" to calm him down.  I was fortunate to see one of your few Canadian concerts several years ago in Orillia, Ontario. You commented that the last time you had played in Canada was as the opening act for the Eagles. It was a great concert.
 Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that your music has touched my life and draws me back to special moments. We often never know how we touch each other's lives. Thanks for touching mine. Get well! ~ Stephen Lance

At 38 years old, I am only now discovering your music. Each time I hear a new song, it is amazement all over again.How could I have missed all of this?!  Your lyrics and melodies are simply works of art.  At this point I’m just grateful to have discovered you, even if I am 30+ years behind.  I pray for your thorough and swift recovery, Mr. Fogelberg.~ Elise in OR

Words seem small to capture the spirit of love and hope you have always given. May that gift you have given give you joy and help you heal.  Your music is eternal. Love and blessings to you and your wife Jean and family. ~  Jane

Hi Dan - I'm deeply sorry to hear bad news about the cancer you have. May God be with you Dan ~ Niyada

Hi Dan - I have been a huge fan since the mid 70s trying to enlighten the small part of the UK public that I had contact with to your superb music, which has seen me through both good and not so good times over the years. There is always a song somewhere for every mood. When I found out about your illness when the announcement was posted on your website, it was as though it was happening to a close friend. Take heart from Chris Rea's experience. His recovery from pancreatitis has inspired him on to bigger and better things.

I now live in New Zealand and I am making sure that you have a steadily increasing audience here - my one regret is that I have yet to see you in concert. Let us know when you're going to be in Christchurch! All the very best wishes to you and Jean. ~ John Borner, Christchurch, NZ