Hi all Just an update on my cancer and on a sad note half of my vocal folds has gaps in it now after the radiation for my squamous cell cancer on the base of my tongue that thanks to God is still in remission. The VA has given me two options, one to have an injection every couple of months to plump up the parts that the radiation has shrank or to have vocal lessons (curtsy of the VA) to try and keep my voice from being so raspy. The vocal coach also wants to to quit drinking any caffeine and some other drinks and food to try get the buzz/vibration out of my voice. I have elected to try the vocal coach first because the injection to plump up my left vocal chord is only a temporary fix that would have to be repeated every two months or so. The vocal coach also wants me to download a phone app for when my voice gets raspy to do my talking for me. I will keep you and everyone following me informed. I am still writing poetry however as well as some songs. Thanks for your comets Paul