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Old Dec 23, 2006 | 01:20 PM
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very sorry to hear that I just talked to her on Tuesday and she's allways been one of the nicest people ever. I really can't wait till she gets better.

take care and thanx for everything
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Old Dec 23, 2006 | 01:49 PM
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May our thoughts & prayers be with you & your family this Holiday season.
Sam, stay strong throughout this, your family needs you more than ever.

I know how it is to face a similar ordeal.

Happy Holidays to everyone & A Happy New Year!
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Old Dec 23, 2006 | 02:10 PM
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Sorry to hear. My prayers are with you.
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Old Dec 23, 2006 | 02:11 PM
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Hope everything goes well for your mom during her treatment. Best wishes to you and your family, Sam.
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Old Dec 24, 2006 | 01:29 PM
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Hey Sam;

Arlyn and the rest of your family are in my prayers...

Merry Christmas to you and your family, Happy New Year.
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Old Dec 24, 2006 | 09:10 PM
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Best of luck to your mom and have a merry christmas in spite of the situation.
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Old Dec 24, 2006 | 09:44 PM
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Sam, your Mom is the best! I wish her a quick recovery and offer prayers to her, your Dad and you for strength!
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Old Dec 24, 2006 | 10:49 PM
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your family is in my prayers... family over business anyday man, don't forget that
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Old Dec 25, 2006 | 03:44 AM
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Sorry to hear, hope she gets well soon, happy holidays to you and your loved ones!
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 02:13 AM
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I just wanted to take a few minutes to thank everyone for their kind words and prayers.
Christmas eve was my one year anniversary of surviving. When my spleen ruptured my doctor told my
family that the chances of survival were very slim. He didn't know of any case where there was a survivor.
Nine units of blood and 5 hours later your prayers and good wishes worked. My doctor said he wasn't
just going to give up. And, for that I eternally grateful.
I've been in remission since Mar 7, my birthday. What a great present. I still spent a couple of weeks more
in the hospital. I have had 4 more rounds of inpatient chemo.
It took me until May to venture to the store and then for only a couple of hours a day.
I'm glad to say I'm back to work for 5 or 6 hours a day. And, loving every minute.
I will have tests mid January and every three months after that as long as I stay in remission.
There's a 35% chance of long term survival with just chemo, but a transplant is always possible if
necessary. (Sure hope I don't have to go that route.)

I just want you all to know how much I truly appreciate all the kind words. I don't know you all by your
screen names, but I have spoken the many of you since I have been back to work and your encouragement
had been uplifting.

Thank you all and have a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year...

Affectionately,
Arlyn
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 02:50 AM
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Arlyn,
Take care of yourself and keep doing what makes you happy. Thanks for taking the time to let us know of the fight you've had and coming up, sincere healing thoughts for you. Called once quite awhile back, you were a pleasure to talk with

I haven't had a spleen in 28 years. After all this time I don't miss it much and not really in the market for a new one. You'll do just fine
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 06:42 AM
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i wish the best wishes for you family sam, your family will be in my prayers!
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 06:47 AM
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Hey Sam sorry to hear about your mother - what about getting someone to help take on the work load ? Any PA folks willing to step up and help out the family ?
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 07:24 AM
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God Bless!
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 07:32 AM
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Wish your mom the best Sam, take care of her .. best of luck
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 07:43 AM
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Originally Posted by arlyn
I just wanted to take a few minutes to thank everyone for their kind words and prayers.
Christmas eve was my one year anniversary of surviving. When my spleen ruptured my doctor told my
family that the chances of survival were very slim. He didn't know of any case where there was a survivor.
Nine units of blood and 5 hours later your prayers and good wishes worked. My doctor said he wasn't
just going to give up. And, for that I eternally grateful.
I've been in remission since Mar 7, my birthday. What a great present. I still spent a couple of weeks more
in the hospital. I have had 4 more rounds of inpatient chemo.
It took me until May to venture to the store and then for only a couple of hours a day.
I'm glad to say I'm back to work for 5 or 6 hours a day. And, loving every minute.
I will have tests mid January and every three months after that as long as I stay in remission.
There's a 35% chance of long term survival with just chemo, but a transplant is always possible if
necessary. (Sure hope I don't have to go that route.)

I just want you all to know how much I truly appreciate all the kind words. I don't know you all by your
screen names, but I have spoken the many of you since I have been back to work and your encouragement
had been uplifting.

Thank you all and have a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year...

Affectionately,
Arlyn
Glad to see you pulled thru. Congrats on the one year marker, you have made a longer journey than some people that had this happen.
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 11:48 AM
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Sam,

Sorry to hear the news. Please Stay strong and I hope the best to your Mother and your family.
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by arlyn
I just wanted to take a few minutes to thank everyone for their kind words and prayers.
Christmas eve was my one year anniversary of surviving. When my spleen ruptured my doctor told my
family that the chances of survival were very slim. He didn't know of any case where there was a survivor.
Nine units of blood and 5 hours later your prayers and good wishes worked. My doctor said he wasn't
just going to give up. And, for that I eternally grateful.
I've been in remission since Mar 7, my birthday. What a great present. I still spent a couple of weeks more
in the hospital. I have had 4 more rounds of inpatient chemo.
It took me until May to venture to the store and then for only a couple of hours a day.
I'm glad to say I'm back to work for 5 or 6 hours a day. And, loving every minute.
I will have tests mid January and every three months after that as long as I stay in remission.
There's a 35% chance of long term survival with just chemo, but a transplant is always possible if
necessary. (Sure hope I don't have to go that route.)

I just want you all to know how much I truly appreciate all the kind words. I don't know you all by your
screen names, but I have spoken the many of you since I have been back to work and your encouragement
had been uplifting.

Thank you all and have a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year...

Affectionately,
Arlyn

This is GREAT news Arlyn!!!

Many prayers to you, congratulations to your health, and have a VERY Happy New Year!!!

Carlos.
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 02:34 PM
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God bless you Arlyn. My prayers are with you! Hang in there Sam. Thanx!
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 05:00 PM
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Hope all is well.
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