E-Mail from John Edwards

[EC]

Dear Friend,

I wanted you to know that on Monday, Elizabeth had a lumpectomy to remove the cancer from her breast. She is resting comfortably and our doctors believe that the surgery was a success. We are so grateful to all of the staff at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston for their work on her surgery and everyone at Georgetown University Hospital for getting Elizabeth through her chemotherapy treatment. They took such great care of us during a very difficult time.

The prognosis continues to be very positive. Each step in Elizabeth's treatment proves that she is a fighter and that she is going to beat this.

Since the day we learned about the cancer, we have felt your prayers and good wishes. Every note, every email, every kind word we have received has held us up and given us strength. And we are blessed to be surrounded by a loving family, supportive friends, and the best health care in the world. I want to especially thank all of you who actively participate in the One America Blog. Your kind posts and concerns have truly helped us through these trying times.

Elizabeth, the kids and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your well wishes and prayers.


Your friend,


John



So many people have asked us, "What can we do to help?" And today, I am asking you to join the fight against cancer by visiting the sites listed below, getting involved, making your friends aware by forwarding this email to them and asking them to get involved , or by supporting any of the many wonderful groups dedicated to fighting this terrible disease.

American Cancer Society http://www.cancer.org/docroot/GI/gi_0.asp
Breast Cancer Action http://www.bcaction.org/index.html
Avon Breast Cancer Crusade http://www.avoncompany.com/women/avoncrusade/index.html

Over 1.2 million cases of cancer are diagnosed every year. These organizations need our help. Their work gives hope to the men and women and children who are battling this terrible disease. And I know that they would embrace all of your support.

[mhr]

1. Good News - But What About The Millions Of Americans That Could Never

Afford medical treatment for Cancer.

[Virginian]

2. That is exactly his campaign message -- Two Americas.

If he had won, that would be the topic instead of Social Security.

[asjr]

3. I am going to cry. We lost two wonderful caring men in

Nov. 2004. And we are saddled with greedy opportunists who are taking this country down day by day.

[EC]

6. I know, I feel the same way....n/t

[cally]

4. I'm so thankful that Elizabeth seems to be improving

I wish her and her family all the best.

Thanks for posting this.

[EC]

5. You're welcome.........n/t