Dear Dan--I was a smart, talented, but very lonely teenager when your first five albums came out, and I can't tell you how many times I put the needle back on the record to hear any one of them (though usually Souvenirs) AGAIN.  It seemed to me that you were someone who really understood all the things I was trying to understand, and your life was the life I really wanted: to live in the mountains, play music, write poetry, become one with nature.  I felt you were a soulmate and that you understood ME, though of course, we never met.  I am very sad to hear about your illness, but I hope that you are receiving
good treatment, and I hope that we will hear good news about you soon. Peace, love, joy ~ Pamela

Dan, Your music has been the instrument that has played such an important  part in my life.  When I listen to "Leader of the Band", I think of  my childhood and my relationship with my loving father.  Your song, "Longer",  was played during my wedding.  Those, as well as so many of your  other songs, continue to touch me deeply and conjure up some my  most wonderful memories.  My thoughts and prayers are with  you and your family. God Bless. ~ Jim, Augusta, ME

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Heard one of your songs on XM Radio today and it brought back beautiful memories of more innocent times. Thank you for your music and may God bless you and your family.

Hello Dan, I grew up listening to your music and I wouldn't have survived the "70's and "80's without your lyrics & music, which were spiritual and moving for me. When I need a "quiet place", I still put on a CD and listen to you. I consider you my friend and I wish for you all of God's blessings. You certainly are a blessing to me. ~ Paul Rodgers

Dan - You and your wife (family) are in my thoughts and prayers.  I grew up listening to your music - (every album/CD) - and your music truly did touch my soul, deeply - (starting w/ "To the Morning" when I had started high school)...  We all miss you.  Keep your focus on our loving Heavenly Father - the great Healer.  Blessings to you ~ La

Dan...you saved my life when I was 16. I was lost and stranded in the wilderness of Canada and the Forest Rangers found me cold, wet and hungry. They put your Greatest Hits album on and gave me some tea. As I listened, I fell in love with your music forever. That was 22 years ago. I passed that specific album  onto my young kids now.--God Bless You ~ Charles from Toronto, Canada

Dan,  It's Thursday afternoon and I'm listening to  "Portrait ", and just like the song , I'm "Missing You." ~ Dana  Rider

Dear Dan, Your music has been this wonderful friend that I have had for now over 30 years. The sheer beauty of the songs and the poignancy of the lyrics has greatly enhanced this journey I've had through life and has enriched everything about me by deeply touching my mind, heart and soul. My most sincere thanks to you for giving to me this precious gift. ~ Judy, From the "Run for the Roses" State

Dan - I literally grew up with you, here in Cleveland, Ohio.  Discovered your work in the early '70's and have followed you ever since.  Your music and its poetry have left a mark on my life and my spirit that I expect you do actually appreciate.   Saw you at the Allen Theater way back then and many times since, including at the Front Row.  I really enjoyed seeing your music grow and change over the years, and Twin Sons was a special treat.  I hope you're comfortable and at peace, and I prayerfully look forward to your next song. ~ Mike Jirousek

Dan, I would say it saddens me to learn of your battle but I think that would be self indulgent. Rather, I would tell you
that you have always been there with your music and inspiration. "Anastasia's Eyes" has and still touches me whenever
I listen to that piece. My prayers and wishes for a succesful outcome will be with you. A fan always ~ Tommy

Dan- Sending many prayers your way, I have been a big fan since my college days and I have each and every one of your CD's.  You have an incredible talent, thank you for sharing that will everyone over the years. Blessings....~ Sue

Just to let you know there is a Park Ranger up here in your dear old Estes Park who is praying for you - I've hummed "Song From Half Mountain" many a time on my way UP  that mountain - your music has been a powerful backdrop for many wonderful  things since I was a wee teenager. God be with you, old Friend,  and I'll  send you a healing prayer from the Continental Divide today. Peace ~ Ranger Kathy.

Dear Mr. Dan Fogelberg:  I cannot believe I am writing to you!  I just wanted you to know that you are in my prayers. I only now saw that you were diagnosed in 2004.  I am in a positive mode to know that you are well! I am 50 years old and my husband and I are having our 25th wedding anniversary next month.  I am having my son (15  years old) as a host, make a CD of a variety of music, but I started surfing the web, and saw your name.   Boy, did that bring back old memories.  I listened to many clips of your music. The song I chose was "Illinois".  I was born in Peoria and I listened to your records some 25+ years ago. My sister and her husband were married the same month and same year as we were (she is 41), so we are doing this anniversary thing together (her idea). I know she is going to be surprised and amazed that i picked "ILLINOIS!"  I just wanted you to know that you are one of kind and GOD made you that way!  And I believe he was very particular in his creation of you!  and in the Heavens, you surely will be the "Leader of the Band"! Love ~Roxy, Angleton, Tx

Dear Dan, I recall seeing you  not long after I came back from Nam. You were in Milwaukee at the Riverside. It was an experience of a lifetime for me.  I do hope you beat this evil within.  God loves you with all of his heart. God Bless You ~ Gary J Ploeckelman

Dear Dan, Just an update to let you know that I thinking of you and your family often and send my love and prayers for healing your way. It sure is going to be lonesome this summer without a concert to look forward to.  I will just have to ride down the road with the windows down and blast your music on my CD player. (Even though, let's admit, it is not as good as my "scratchy" Home Free LP that I played over and over in my room when I was in high school.  Which I still have by the way, I still have all my "Dan" LP's. I always think of you when I go home to Nashville and see the ole Exit Inn or go to "tha Springs."  I now have a Dan ringtone on my cell phone!  Is that cheesy or what, but I love it. Hang in there! We love you.  ~ Angela,
Knoxville

Dear Dan, May the road rise to greet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the rains fall softly upon your field, and may God hold you in the palm of His hand.  I have truly loved, admired, and adored you for 30 years.  I watched my father go through the same struggle in his 50's and can only say to you: be strong, cry when you have to, and know we love you and are praying for you always.  Although your light may be less than the brightest star in the sky, it will shine again.  May your spirit be filled with peace, the kindness of loved ones near you, and the brilliant minds of the physicians that surround you.  Hang in there, sweet soul, and fight with every ounce of your being. We are all here for you and your family with prayer and love, forever and always. ~ Terese Marinelli

Dear Dan, Just a simple note to say thank you. For me and many friends and family your music has been a key part of the soundtrack of our lives (my wife and I used "Longer" as her wedding march). I listen to you every day and am thankful for the privilege. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you fight the good fight. WIth boundless gratitude ~ Ken Dec, Boxford, MA

Dear Dan, It has now been some time since your last message to us.  Hopefully, you are enjoying some long deserved quality time with your family and friends.  (As evidenced by the lyrics in your music, you truly know how valuable their
love and support is.  I am always inspired and re-energized by them and am so thankful that I have them to turn to whenever I am facing my own challenges in life.)

I'm sure you've received numerous recommendations on what to do as your make your journey through the maze known as Cancer...  And, unfortunately, I would like to make one of my own.  This weekend we (my husband and best friend of all time, Ken) attended a Celebrate Life - Cancer Survivor function where a Dr. Bernie Siegel spoke.  We have seen him on a number of occasions and, much like the lyrics from your songs, feel re-energized every time we see him.  I highly recommend that you take a look at the website, Exceptional Cancer Patients.  You can learn more about Bernie and his philosophy.  I think there are a couple of things he stresses more than anything else - love and hope!  His impact on us has been far reaching and it was important to me to be able to share our thoughts on this very "gentle"man.  (You may have already heard of him, so I may just be reinforcing what you've been told.  However, I heartily urge you to give this website a look.)

I have learned so much in my own journey with Cancer, but most recently the realization that this is something I will forever have to deal with.  It is a serious "wake-up" call to humanity and I treat it with the deepest of respect.  I am sad to learn of anyone else contracting Cancer, but I am forever inspired by the many stories shared as a result.  Not sure if any of this makes sense....  However, I appreciate your reading. Like I say to all of my family and friends, if there is ever anything I can
do to help, please don't hesitate to ask! Please keep us posted. Fondly ~ Phyllis

Dearest Dan, Like so many others who love you and your music I am a better, happier, more inspired person because of what you give to the world. Believe me it is so much more than music. It doesn't seem fair that I can't thank and bless you in a tangible way. The best I can do is share your music with everyone who will listen. I can't imagine how anyone could turn away from it.

I also like to listen to Keith Urban. I am going to write to his website to tell him to listen to your music if he doesn't already. He likes to tell stories with his music and his melodies can also make me smile and cry! I love you Dan and always will. Your music has taken me to a better place whenever I am sad. When I need a friend to know me as a kindred spirit, I listen to you sing to me and I feel comforted, hugged and truly blessed. Like God is holding me in the palm of His hand.  ~ Lynne Empey

Dear Dan,  This is the third time I have written here.  I dont even know  if you read these, but I need to express my gratitude for sharing your wonderful  gift of music with us over the years.  I listen to your songs from 30 years  ago and they still transcend time.  I truly never tire from listening to your songs and can honestly tell you that I listen daily to your songs, in the  car, at work and/or at home.  From HOME FREE through FULL  CIRCLE -- I have NEVER been so touched by any other songs like I am  with yours and though you have created so many over the years, EVERY SINGLE SONG  IS A GIFT OF MUSICAL GENIUS.  Your voice is amazing in its quality and  tone, as a musician you are a master--it's so hard to put in words the  appreciation I feel for all your talent. Your gift of melody is unsurpassed  and though I read in an interview that you thought your lyrics weren't your  strong suit--I believe you  are mistaken!!  Your lyrics stand well on  their own!!!  I think that's what is so amazing --each part of each song is  done so fantastically--it's your vision, your perseverance to get them exactly  as you perceive them from that "well of creativity" that makes each song so, so  special.  An extra bonus, you are an extremely handsome man -always loved  your beard, long hair!!- and have "matured" wonderfully!!! OK--I just HAD  to say that! It doesnt sound like enough, but I pray wholeheartedly that  you are doing well and enjoying life doing the things that bring you joy and  happiness like sailing and painting!!  I pray for your recovery  daily!!  It would be wonderful to hear from you again, in a note or perhaps  a new CD !!  : )  Best  Wishes Always ~ Lin

Dan-  My first memories of music as a child are of you.  I would lay on under my parents record player table wearing those giant head phones (looking a lot like Princess Leah) and stare at your handsome face on the album cover while your beautiful voice filled my ears.  I have been hooked ever since.  Your words speak to my heart and continue to soothe me in good times and in bad.  I only hope that my love and appreciation for you will bring you comfort as your battle continues.    Thank you for sharing your gift with me and for making this world a better place. God bless you! ~ Michelle Wells, Valencia, California

I have followed you and your music through many years of my life. I want you to know that my heart is truly going out to you during this time of illness in your life. I hope you keep getting better and better. I thought I would share a funny story with you...I always had a dream that I would be the one to meet you and you would fall in love with me and the whole fairy tale thing. I have seen photos of you and Jean and how perfect you both seem together and I am sure all of this has even made your
relationship stronger. I wish you and Jean and all of the family much health, love and happiness.

Now I'm a lawyer in Los Angeles who used to be a young girl who grew up with you, Dan, during my high school years and ever after.  I just finished dancing in my family room to "Part of the Plan" with my 8, 10 and 13 year olds, who asked me what those words meant - and I told them what the song meant to me and how the lyrics took me through those retrospectively tough times in our 20's and 30's.  Right before that dance with my daughters, my husband and I slow danced to " Longer" - a
quick moment of romanticism in overly busy lives.  Over the weekend, I drove all over Southern California to my kids' various events, playing your music and explaining to them about the sound track of my life, my life at their age - written and played by you with that wondrous voice and music. 

Thank you for the role that you played then, play now and will always play when I hear your music.  Now when my children hear it, it will carry on, just like the music of your father moved ahead through your songs.  Thank you for sharing so much of yourself with all of us - folks you would never otherwise know or reach. You know that you continue to make a difference - and for that contribution to us and to the world, you should be rightfully proud.  Almost by accident, after all the Fogelberg dancing tonight I checked your website to see about concert dates this year and learned about your battle with prostate cancer.  We wish you all the best as you and your beloved Jean work through this challenging time.  My husband is a radiation oncologist at USC and while I am certain you are under the best of care, if there is ever any way I could offer our help to you, return the favor for all you have given us without knowing us, we would be most pleased to do so.  Take care and know we are sending positive thoughts your way.  ~ Mary Ellen Hogan

Dear Dan, I want to thank you for being the wonderful person that you are and for that special music that has touched my life.  You are in my prayers each and every day.. ~ Georgina, Chicago

Dan,  I hope this letter finds you well. I've been a huge fan since a college friend turned me on to "Souvenirs" back in nineteen seventy something (!). Since then I've enjoyed all of your releases immensely. I was lucky enough to see you at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse, N.Y. in the mid nineties. The solo acoustic renderings of your songs were so beautiful I was actually moved to tears! As a musician, songwriter, and human being, you've been a great inspiration to me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you and best wishes for a speedy recovery. Your fan and friend ~ Lou Kaplan, Marietta, N.Y.

Dear Dan, I want to thank you for the memories. You see I'm 43 years old and my Jr. High and high school years memories are filled with your music as the background. I am currently listening to "To the Morning" and this brings back visions of sitting on the beach of Elephant Butte lake in New Mexico watching the sun rise with my church youth group, sitting without a word with only your music playing or most of our evenings listening and harmonizing with "There's a Place in the World for a Gambler." Contemplating a break up to "Be on Your Way" or driving through Illinois listing to "Illinois." I could probably give you an example for every song that you did from 1972 through 1982 but I know that this would still fail to convey the full impact of your songs on mine and many others that were with me during this period. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your wife at this time. ~ Bret Bennett, Crofton, MD

Dan, I met you in Bend Oregon July 2000. It was just before your concert  there and you were checking into a hotel under a funny name.You were just a  regular guy at that moment and I was speechless. I have come into  possession of a healing medallion from Mother Teresa and a special payer that  was sent to someone I know and they arrived from her in Calcutta  India two days after he passed on from lung cancer in 1995. He never got  his blessing from St. Teresa and I feel as I am the guardian of it for  someone special. It may be a meaningful blessing for you. I hate to  put something so personal on the Internet but I know no other way to reach  you. I will pray the special prayer for you.~ Dan Smallwood - Fayetteville Georgia

Hey Dan - I love your music, from one musician to another. And I think often of you. My partner was only 10 years old when she heard you. I am considerably older than her, yet she knows many of the words to your music which was played in her house all through her young years. I was so delighted to accidentally stumble on to your concert on TV last year as I had never seen you play live. Your music touched me deeply through the years and I just thought I should actually say that to you. With the best of hopeful prayers for you and Jean ... ~ Garry Sullivan and Jennifer Kuehne

Hi, I am a painter who lives in Santa Fe N.M and I cannot tell you how much your music means to me. When I am really stuck and need inspiration for my pieces I always reach for your music. I am also a little behind the times and just learned of your health issue. Sending good energy and thoughts your way.... ~ Laura Langdon

Dear Dan and Family: Please know that we are praying for you and your family as you overcome this disease and win the battle.  Your music is forever preserved in our hearts, but knowing that you are alive and well is the best of all.  The last time I
saw you was at the Beau Rivage in Biloxi, Mississippi when you and your wife celebrated her parents' 50th wedding anniversary.  Your presence and your music made everyone feel welcome at this special celebration.  The Beau Rivage is being rebuilt and hopefully will open on August 29 - the 1st anniversary of the devastation caused by Katrina.  Hopefully, we will see you there again - even if you just come for a visit.  Please let us know. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.  God Bless You, Dan. ~ Linda DeLaughter, Slidell, Louisiana

Dan and Jean, I have been a fan since I was 9 years old.  Now I am 37, and still a fan.  My prayers are with you both during this time.  God Bless you. ~ Beth Reeve

Danny,  You have reached inside our minds and helped us understand the language of love. You make us feel so many things. You are blessed. Now that we've lived, how do we make life stay? ~ Mark

I have just learned how much I appreciate your music.  Several weeks ago I heard an old slightly familiar song, "Make Love Stay" and said I have to have that.  Did a search of those lyrics and found it was you.  On a budget, so went on ebay looking for a CD and found your "Love Songs" CD.  Still playing it 2 hrs/day commuting to & from work, humming it the rest of the time.
Those old songs from the 80's are the best, and the arrangements with the brass ingenious!  Am saddened that when I learn how much I love your music I also learn you are ill.  Please let us know how you're doing.   ~ A 50-something legal secretary from Michigan.

Dear Dan Fogelberg, I just learned this morning from your website that you have been battling cancer.  I am a cancer survivor of 23 years, and I know how it feels to get a diagnosis of such a magnitude.  Please never give up hope. God
is still the great physician, and he is still in the business of performing miracles.

Mr. Fogelberg, I want you to know that your music has meant so very much to me.  I tell my husband all the time that you write "picture songs".  By that, I mean that your lyrics are so descriptive that I can place myself in your songs. I do not know of another artist that I can say that about.  I especially enjoy "Leader of the Band", "Run For The Roses" and "Same Old Lang Syne." May I suggest that you feed your body well, exercise, feed your soul, and do those things that you really enjoy doing!  I will be praying for your complete recovery! Sincerely ~ Brenda Sutcliffe

Dear Dan and Jean, I personally want to express my gratefulness to you for all of the many  years of blessing me and others with your wonderful music. It has touched my  life in many ways. The messages in some of the songs are as though  they were taken right out of my diary!  You're a very  talented and gifted songwriter and musician, and we all wish you a speedy  recovery and complete healing. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you heal  from this tragic disease that takes
so many loved ones from us daily. Hope and prayers with much love ~ Jeanne Challie, Kountze, TX

Dear Dan, Family, and Friends, I am praying for you all in your battle with prostate cancer.  I also wanted to thank you, Dan, for your gift of music.  I cannot express to you how much your music has meant to me.  Your music has brought much joy and pleasure to my life. We love you all.  Once again, thanks for everything.  You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely ~
Jimmy Worthington/Clarksville, Tennessee

Hope you are still doing well Dan!  I found "Souvenirs" to listen to tonight and thought I should let you know that one more of your fans is thinking of you. Good wishes, and I hope you found a good alternative medicine practitioner to help you through your ordeal.  I am an Oriental medical practitioner/Naturopath if you have any questions.  ~ Cea Anderson Mount

Hi Dan,  Your music has always touched me. I'm sorry to hear of the  health issues you are going through. I will be praying for you! God bless  you. ~ Karen Leone, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dan and family: I had to write this today, since I just finished listening to your "Greetings from the West" album. My daughters and I used to sing along to that album as we cruised back and forth on I-70 between Denver and Rifle. My husband and I are celebrating our 13th anniversary this year. That means it will soon be 13 years since we saw you perform at the Telluride Bluegrass festival, which was part of the excursion we took for our honeymoon. Obviously, there are many beautiful moments in my life attached to you and your music. Even though we live in California now, and are grandparents, hearing "There's a Place in the World for a Gambler" will always bring back pictures of Glenwood Canyon and my kids voices singing, "Let It Shine, oh, let it shine..." I hope this note finds you well. May the Creator continue to look down upon you and bless you for all of the beauty, love, light and joy you have brought to this world. ~ Dee Dee Gilliam, Elverta, CA

To a Kindred Spirit and a beacon of light in this world...I Love You Dan Fogelberg. Thank you for the music. ~ Bill Campbell, Shelby, NC.

God bless you, Dan. I know you will be O.K. I'm a fan that grew up with your music.~ Dale

Dan, You once came to Amarillo Tx. (early mid 90's) when there was a flight problem you had out of New Mexico and arrived late playing acoustic.. Your concert was my son's First Concert.. We thoroughly enjoyed you, and my son still talks about it TODAY .. even though he's in to Pantera....OXOXOO  LOL   THANKS SO MUCH...~ Julie

I'm feeling as though I've come across an old friend that I've lost touch with.. But not really!!! Dan, took my teen son, guitar player to Colorado last year and had your music on.going into the mountains. I had so much to share with him, so many memories. Listening to your music has touched my soul. You are such an inspiration to my family. I will admit though my first hearing of you was in 1974-75 from some youth ministers. The church at that time for me was a sanctuary for friendship and safety from my own dysfunctional home life. So much music makes such a difference in the heart and soul of a teenager.!!!!! Your lyrics/music has made such a difference in my life...Thank you. Godspeed, my dear friend. ~ Julie

I have been a fan since the beginning. You have been so inspirational to me and, as so many have felt, you speak to my heart.  My father had prostate cancer and in the end beat the cancer only to die of an aneurism. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and I will be forever grateful for the music and the memories. Keep good thoughts... ~ Julie Johnson, Cicero, Indiana

Hi Dan...I'm sitting here listening to Home Free. Still strong stuff. Hope you're doing well. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. A huge fan ~ Dan Farrell

Dan,  love you to the moon and back again.  always have, always will.... peace be to your heart

Dear Dan,  I first discovered you when I was in Italy in the Air Force in 1975. I was  stationed at a remote site and we used to get shipments of record albums on a monthly basis from a record club.  Among one of those shipments was the album Souvenirs.  I fell in love with your melodic ballads and the felling that  you put into your lyrics and songs.  I had grown up on the Beatles and felt that they were one of the greatest groups around.  But I do have to tell you that I now consider you to be my all time favorite recording artist.  I have collected all of your albums (now CDs) and have you on DVD in the Greetings from the West concert.   Circumstances did not allow me to see you in concert earlier in my life and when in 2004 I finally began to look for tickets, I first found out about your prostate cancer.  My heart was saddened.  I know that having something like that can change your whole perspective as to what is important and what is really window dressing.

 It was in July of 2004 that I was first diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma, a tumor near the brainstem.  Fortunately it was not malignant. It had caused a loss of hearing  in my left ear and had started causing me headaches.  I had radiation treatment for it and felt fine for a number of months.  But in March,2005, I started having severe headaches, the kind that made me want to just die to be rid of them.  I ended up in the emergency room on three separate occasions and found out that my brain had
swelled up as a result of the radiation treatment.  They put me on a powerful steroid as an anti-inflammatory.  It did help the headaches but as they then tried to bring me down off of the steroids, the headaches returned.  Because of the weakness and weight gain from the steroids, I could no longer work.  I ended up having to have the tumor surgically removed in August of 2005.  I was on steroids for about 1 year and have suffered some joint damage from that but finally was able to return back
to work in March of 2006.  I still suffer from feeling off balance, dizziness, joint pain and total deafness in my left ear but am grateful to be alive.  My family means the world to me and I have started to rid myself of a lot of worldy possessions that I once held dear by passing them on to my kids and seeing the joy that they are able to get from having something passed down from Dad.  I much prefer seeing and experiencing their joy now rather then waiting for me to pass on someday and then having them receive these things.

The messages in your songs have a new and more intense meaning for me now and I often cry as I listen to the way you weave your music and lyrics into a most beautiful musical story.  I also was so touched recently when at one of my son's wedding, he had the band play "Leader of the Band" and dedicated that song to me as his father.  Needless to say I cried many tears of  joy that evening.  I had often dreamed of seeing you live in concert and hearing you do that song for your Dad, and sharing in the joy that you feel for him.  I had even envisioned meeting you backstage and sharing with you what your
music has meant to me over the years.  Events have unfolded in different ways for both of us and it does not seem that that will transpire.  I hope that that this email might, in some small way, convey to you how your music has touched and inspired me and a whole generation about love, relationships and the things that really matter.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Dan, for being who you are and for sharing the wonderful gift of music and song with all of us.  My heart and thoughts
are with you and Jean in this time of trial and reevaluation. For me, my trials have invoke many well wishes from friends and loved ones and what  I once looked at as a tragedy, has turned out to be a blessing instead.  It has given me a new and greater perspective of love for myself, and for all people.  I count myself fortunate to have awakened from my slumber of going through life and thinking that success was measured in the amount of money that I made and the physical things that I
could attain.  It has awakened me to love, the greatest power that we can know.  That message was always in your music, it is just that I can hear it a lot clearer these days.  Thank you again and may the universe's choicest blessing be with you
and Jean.  Know that you have a good friend here in California that you have just never met. Sincerely and most gratefully ~
 Les Nuckles

Dan, can't believe it. I've followed you and your music since I heard about it in 1972. I just got back from having a biopsy on my prostate. I'm unsure of what to expect when the results are in and I have to either face the "music" in the days ahead. I'm not sure what to expect. My faith in God is what helps to keep me enduring. It's remarkable how we don't know the real peace that can come over you when you have that relationship. Dan, you have been an example to me to endure no matter what. When bad things happen outside of our control we need to have the Lord to turn to. I know you have that faith too Dan. My prayers continue to be with you. God Bless you in the days ahead. ~ Brad Smith - Phoenix, AZ

Dear Dan, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jean, and I pray God will heal you.  You are a good man... a gentle man.  I'm so sorry this illness was inflicted upon you.  I'm sure some have even told you there is a purpose for this, but it's always hard to understand why.  I'm sure tons of fans have told you how much your music has inspired them.  I'm one of them.  You are truly an artist and have been an inspiration to me.  My husband and I discovered your music in the late 70's and have been fans ever since.  I have seen you in concert 3 times.  I insisted that the first time I saw you would be at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado, not a concert hall.  It was definitely a good choice.  I was there the year it rained so hard, but quit raining when you came on stage.  We sat for hours holding our umbrellas over us with the rain gushing down our sides.  We were soaked.  But suddenly the rain stopped when you came out and you made a comment about the young girl in your opening act ..something about the rain god must be with us.  The skies cleared, we felt the coolness of the Colorado night, you started playing your music, and we forgot we were ever wet.   It was such an experience, we returned to your next venue at the Amphitheater.  It started to lightly rain before your performance, but stopped.  The last time we saw you, was in Dallas, Texas.  We have since moved from Texas to Wyoming.  I sat on my porch tonight, under the pines and felt the cool breeze of the evening.  I heard your song. I thought about your concert in Colorado.  I thought about your music and remembered what it was all about.  Thank you.  I look forward to seeing you again.  Let's meet at the Red Rocks Amphitheater.  Maybe it won't rain. Your friend ~ Cathy

Dear Dan, I am so sorry to hear of your health at this time. I have enjoyed your music immensely over the last 30 yrs or so.
You have written the most beautiful lyrics that I have ever heard in my life, also the most moving music. My prayers are with you and your wife for a strong and speedy recovery. God Bless you and have the strength to regain your health at this time.  I look forward to continue hearing your music on Cd's. Most sincerely ~ Laura Hoffman

Dan, My name is Jeff DeArmond.  You do not know me but, through your songs, I feel I know you as well as I know anyone.  Your songs have been an inspiration and a source of immense joy for me and my wife, Gayla, for many, many years. We have been to several of your concerts in the Chicago area (Poplar Creek and Holiday Star).  I have tried visiting your website many times through years with no success, so I am not sure at what time it was developed. Today, however, I visited your website for the first time and was very saddened to read the news of your battle with prostate cancer.

For someone who has given so much of themselves and brought such joy, happiness and just downright good music to everyone, you deserve all the best this world has to offer... and this is truly what I wish for you. Hopefully, someday you will be on that concert stage again, but that is not the important thing right now.  I wish you the best in your recovery efforts and someday hope to meet along the Spirit Trail. Kindest Regards ~ Jeff

Dear Dan: Not to say that I haven't been an ardent fan since the 70's, but I must say  that I did NOT play Longer at either of my 2 weddings.  (Sorry. . . I don't  know what I must have been thinking . . Pachel Bel . . Erik Satie?  I  really don't remember !?!?*&^%$)@:1)).   I have no  "favorite", but having lived in land-locked Colorado for almost all of my 45  years, I have a special affinity for The Reach.  It is my personal  substitute for Leader of the Band, since my Dad (who passed of brain  cancer 12 years ago) enjoyed listening to it immensely and always wanted to  live on the ocean.  The last time I saw you play it at Red Rocks  ('98?), the tears were borne by an emotion I still find hard to explain. 
 
Anyway, what I am struggling to say is that you will never  know how much you have meant to me over the past 30-something years.   It's not just the music alone.  It's the memories of times I have spent  with friends, lovers and family listening to you .. it's the similiarity of  thought . .it's a linking of generations.  You are like a brother  and a kindred spirit to me.  I am so very sad to think of you and your  family suffering with this terrible disease. As weird as it may seem to you, you are in my thoughts many times  every day.  I do not belive that God chooses to heal some and not others,  but I do believe that He gives those who ask for it . . . Peace.   So  that is mostly what I wish for you. . . Peace in abundance for you and  yours!  AND a time when no one will be ill.  (Isaiah 34:24).

Dan: Your music has touched me over and over, as it has so many, many others. It will live forever. Thank you so much.

Dear Dan Fogelberg, I wanted to tell you just how much you and your music has meant to me. In the early 70's I strolled into the local record shop in San Antonio, Tx and they had you playing in the store with your album displayed as the FEATURED ARTIST. I was taken by your music that I bought everything you had in that store at that time. I believe it was "To The Morning" and "Captured Angel". After listening to all you had to say and how you siad it I had a tiny, simply, personal revelation. I was in the 6th grade and it dawned on me that someone actually had to write songs. I don't where I thought songs came from before then but you caused me to contemplate where in the world these powerful, heart felt words were coming from. I fell in love with your music and I fell in love with the thought of writing songs.
 
Some 30 years later I have never stopped trying to write songs. You are the reason I picked up a pen and tried to write and although I pale in comparison I have never lost the inspiration you evoked. I like to say, "I am trying to write the 2nd best song in the world... because the best song in the world has alerady been written. It was written by Dan Fogelberg and it is called "Same Old Lang Syne."" For me, that is the song... the best song ever written. You have given me such lessons in my efforts to write. I have analyzed too much sometimes but all in all I've learned a lot from your way with words. You have given me so many songs that went straight to my heart. Best wishes Dan & Jean... all my prayers to you. ~ Mitch Stephen

Hey Dan---thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Tina/Rio Rancho,  NM

Hi Dan, All my best wishes from Switzerland (quite near the Town from where "Old John Sutter" originally came from)
I'm a fan of yours for 30 years. Your music is balm for my heart and your songs are in my soul. God bless you ~ Martin

Dearest Dan - It is nearing the third anniversary of when I last saw you in person - in concert on my birthday. The memory of that extraordinary gift stays with me always. Your music is always in the air which surrounds me and, as always, you remain in my heart. My wish continues for your return to health and my hope is that you are happy. With Much Love Always ~ June / Norwalk, CT

Dan, You have no idea how much your music has touched me, moved me to tears and  inspired me over the last 20 years. I just heard ''Leader of the Band'' on the  radio and it made me cry thinking of my own father, then it made me flash back  to seeing you at the Garden State Arts Center, when you performed that song with  your Dad's picture behind you and you bowed to him after it was over. My thoughts and prayers are with you....I hope that I can send a little  love and sunshine like you did for me so many times... Again, thanks for everything you've brought to me....God be with you  always ~ Jim Hague, Kearny, NJ

Dear Dan: I have always loved your music and was wondering what happened to you.  I looked you up on the Internet today and found this website and was shocked to hear that you are fighting prostate cancer.  Please know that I will add you and Jean to my prayer list.  I hope you are continuing to compose songs.  God bless you with great days ahead. ~ Rita Bauldry