Lisa and I are in the air as I write this. On an Alaska flight to Seattle from Los Angeles, after spending this week with Keith and Leanne and our granddaughters, Hazel and Georgia.
I’m glad I listened to Joe’s advice and shared what’s going on with my health to our audience. I hesitated, because I don’t like to burden anyone, and because I enjoy living as normal, every possible minute. In fact, that’s a strategy. Podcasting and making Maple Syrup during chemo and radiation gave me a mission. Behind the scenes I had so much help, Lisa held everything together… and in the Sugar House Hank and Rich, David and Brian, and some wonderful neighbors made my job easy. For the podcast… Zip, Ed, and Spike did the heavy lifting and were so flexible when we had to juggle the recording times. Some of it was difficult, but thanks to you it was all good and worth it.
And I guess I’m realizing that including our radio family, listeners and friends is giving me energy and strength to be positive for what’s ahead. And that’s actually a scientifically valid strategy - staying positive can boost your immune system.
The outpouring of support here means a lot, even though I can’t keep up and respond to all. From colleagues like Dori, BJ, and Ron and Don… going back to wonderful friends I worked with decades ago… to so many listeners with great memories and words of optimism, and prayer… I couldn’t feel luckier.
Since we’re all family… here’s the schedule. I have my surgery Tuesday May 10th at Virginia Mason. Lisa will post something here that night, and you might hear from Zip, Ed, and Spike too.
Thank you for wishing me well. I’ll be back here as soon as I’m up to it, reading and enjoying every word posted.
Keep healing, good sir, and know that we’re all pulling for you.
Uh, but in a manly way.
Strike that, that sounds worse.
You know that earnest humor is the best way to heal, and one reaps what one sows. So I figure you’ve got about another three centuries, so we’ll hear you soon.
Looking forward to many years listening to The Devil’s Advocate once you’re ready to resume. Fight on, you’re clearly surrounded by love.
Hope everything went well for you. Stay positive and Strong!!
I actually thought of you and Lisa lastnight when I cut open a tube of hair conditioner…I knew there was still some in there! I thought of the story you told on the air that Lisa would cut open the tube of toothpaste to get it all out! True or not it worked!
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Hi Bob! Long time listener first time poster. Should I quack like a duck. Hehe.
I am so happy that your procedure went well and that you are in recovery and I hope it’s quick and painless.
I have been listening to you for many decades since 1989. Initially when i was in the Canadian Navy working on ship out of Victoria. Then when i was back on the east coast i would listen to you online streams and now your podcast. I have always enjoyed your approach to engaging your incredibly creative team of colleagues and challenging the audience to think critically and see all sides of everything.
Looking forward to more podcasts and updates.
Cheers! Andrew Miller.
Thank you for sharing, Andrew. Bob, fellow cancer warrior, you are in my prayers. If there is anything I can do — share a donation link, send in some dinners, cut Andrew’s hair — just let me know. 🙂
Just noted your surgery was TODAY. (sorry, I sent a message about getting some of your syrup… yeah… whenever you’re up to it). You have my prayers! More power to you.
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Hi Bob! Nothing but the best vibes being sent your way! Katie Cartwright
Can’t wait until the podcast continues.
Stay strong.
I hope for nothing but the best for you and Lisa. ♥️
Best of everything to you and your Family Bob. It was always a pleasure listening to you and the gang. Stay well and Live Long!
Bob, sending positive thoughts your way. You are a treasure. ❤
Wishing you all the best on this big day. Forever a fan ❤️ Janet Wainwright
Bob, if positive prayers, thoughts, energy, and whatever else, can help you heal, then you will heal. Speaking for myself, I can tell you that your soothing voice and wonderful approach to life always helped me start my day with a good attitude. I suspect there are many thousands, just like me, who are also sending their most positive healing love your way.
My dad has passed away, but I have fond memories of riding around with him listening to you/Bob. Playing the who’s this game and getting schooled by my dad. Obviously, I was only a child! I can hold my own on some radio trivia now! I cried the day you retired from the air, it was like losing another part of my dad. Sending you positive energy and healing.
Your positive attitude will serve you well. Thinking good thoughts today!
We miss you Bob but take care of it and kick cancers ass ! We will be praying!
We are all supporting you on the journey, Bob. May today’s surgery have a positive outcome! Love and light. Leslie
… Toss That Cancer, Speedy Recovery …
V.M. has the best care. Sending love & prayers! ????????????????
Miss you on the radio.
Sending positive thoughts
Joan
Sending love and healing energy. You’ve got this!
Sorry to hear you’re deal with C. Been there myself.
Will miss hearing on the podcast. Even when you’re irritating, I enjoy your show and frequently learn something too.
Peace and take care.
Just a quick note to wish you all the best Bob!
Holding you in the light, Bob!!!!! Holding the energy for you to be in group #3 so you get many more trips around the sun. I am not a podcast listener, but faithfully listened and loved all the years you were on the radio in Seattle. Thank you for sharing what’s going on – you’re absolutely right that we are your extended family and will be sending all the positive energy we can in your direction!
Wishing you a positive outcome and healing ahead ❤️????????
You got this!
Sending nothing but good vibes today for both you and Lisa! VM is an amazing place❤️ You guys got this!
Positive wishes for you all today!
We’re with all of you in spirit! (Hang in there, Lisa. We’ve got your back, too.)
Hey Bob, best wishes. Loved all the years listening to you and all on your crew! Still can’t forget all the twisted tunes everything I hear a song. My father passed a couple years ago from fucking cancer. My heart goes out to your family through all this. Hang in there Bob!
Faith over Fear Bob. Faith over Fear.❤️
Sure miss you on Seattle radio!
Wishing & praying for the best outcome & quick healing for you Bob. Mary ❤️
Best wishes, brother
Hey Bob… I’ll put some “healing vibes” into my next meditation for you. You’re in the best hands on the planet at VM, so I’m sure you’ll be just fine! ????
Dear Bob and Lisa,
Prayers going up for you and your family. God is in control and he will lead the way.
Heidi and Marty
Prayers arise…guide the surgeon’s hands.
Bob, May you receive the best outcome possible, with a healthy and happy recovery!
Get well Bob!!! Thinking of you today!
Thinking of you and your surgeons today Bob. Love you!
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Sending positive thoughts for a successful surgery!
Hang in there Bob positive thoughts and prayers coming your way!!!
All the best for you Bob!
Hoping your surgery is a huge success.
You are a Lion, you always have been and your amazing wife is right there by your side. You know the mountains we climb metaphorically are always way more difficult than the ones we do physically because they are created by our own mind. This is one where you allow others to carry you to the summit. The ones with the skills to vanquish the invader. Trust in the love and care around you. You have earned the sincere thoughts and prayers from your family and I am honored to be one of your radio family and would not be where I am without you and Lisa. Kick Cancers Ass Today I will be cheering you on from Puyallup…if you need anything please let me know
Beautifully said Beth. We are all pulling for you Bob and sending love and support.
Bob
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Keep us posted
Big hugs ..
Sending you lots of ????????prayers, ❤️love & light ☀️ to get through this challenging time.
Speedy recovery!!!
I am lucky enough to have been a listener of yours since shortly after you arrived in Seattle and have followed you from station to station, and podcast to podcast, ever since. Thank you!! You have been a constant source of laughter over the course of many changes in my life. And you have a huge family of people from Seattle to the East Coast, and far beyond, that are sending happy thoughts to you and your family. You have been there for all of us and have made us feel like part of your family and now it is our turn to help give you strength. Here’s to kicking its ass and a speedy recovery. Looking forward to the next podcast real soon! 🙂
You’re in my thoughts.
Keeping you in my thoughts Bob! You’re in one of the top notch places in the world to be battling this despicable disease. Hoping you have a smooth recovery after surgery and keep those positive thoughts flowing!
Sending you and your entire medical team strength and clarity as you fight the good fight!
Keeping you close in our thoughts as you step into this next phase of your fight. I’m glad to know you are receiving world class cancer care in Seattle, and hope you are picking up on all the positive vibes coming your way. Look forward to hearing you again soon! ❤️
Sending you some healing & positive energy & wishing you a speedy recovery after surgery. You’re an inspiration to so many. The sheer volume of love from your fans, colleagues, friends & family surely cannot be ignored. We’re pulling for you. ????
Sending you lots of healing love & light, Bob! You got this… your family & friends got this… your worldwide fans got this too. We are all here cheering you on & loving you through every inch of your absolute recovery. ❤️
Good vibes over to you bob! We know it will be a successful surgery ! My Wife used to work at VM and they are wonderful at what they do! You are in good hands. We are praying for you to be fully recovered and look forward to hearing you on the podcast to tell us the story very soon.
Keeping you in my thoughts as you navigate these new waters. You have the amazing medical experts at VM on your side — combined with your positive attitude and love from so many! A trifecta of sorts. Wishing you the best tomorrow. We will all be keeping you in our thoughts. ????????
Hey Bob… You are in great hands and surrounded by wonderful people. Good luck and we’ll be thinking of you out here on the Palouse.
You got this Bob. Looking forward to getting the podcast back on schedule. Thinking about you.
Good luck wishing you all the best You and yours will be in my prayers
Long time listener first time caller. Wishing for the very best for you.
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I will be sending all positivity for the best outcome for your surgery, and my heart is full of warmth and love for you and your family. You got this, Bob. ????
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You got this Bob. My buddy Splash Martin and I were backstage guests on your morning show on KZOK a million years ago. We were both Horizon pilots at the time (now both at the big sister airline Alaska now) and you and your crew were so awesome. I relished chatting with you about radio and your unfortunate run in with the barefoot bandit. Praying for a speedy recovery for you.
Thanks.
So cool to hear you’re captains now Chris. I’ve probably flown with you, we’ve got a ton of Alaska miles. 😉
I have NO doubt you will walk this journey with such grace and humility. There are so many rooting for you! I can’t wait to get the updates… along with the highs AND the lows… we’ll be here rooting for you and your family!!! I for one will be keeping you in my thoughts, especially as I pour your AMAZING syrup on my waffles. Take Care!
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Bob. I am not sure you remember but we met during your time at KISW I believe. I was one of you backstage pass guests. I took a day off of my college studies to come visit. I remember you telling Joe and Spike that you thought it was awesome that I skipped school to be with you guys. I may have been a bit more shy and quite that maybe your show was looking for but I remember that time fondly. Funny story I remember looking through the binder of pictures of your win a girl Wednesday ladies. There were lots of nice and attractive women but I remember me being too shy to ever call in. Well fast forward 7 years I meet the fabulous woman, Jo Ann, through a friend and turns out she was one of your Win a Girl Wednesday participants. Small word. I followed you and your team through out the years and always enjoyed your take on life and news over the years. I was sad when you retired but elated when I found your podcast(s). It inspired me to reach out to Joe when I heard he was teaching to hopefully work out a visit to his school to see how his kids were doing podcasts and radio to see if I could do something like that at my school. Unfortunately COVID hit and that visit never happened maybe someday it might. Anyways the main reason is to give you a gift of hope. My wife (my Win a Girl Wednesday) and I have been together for almost 20+ years now and for 15 of those she has been fighting cancer. She has exceed the odds/expectancies through all her treatments and even hospice care she is on now. They gave her 5 days to a couple of weeks maybe month once we stopped treatment. However she is approaching the 1 month mark and still kicking. My message of hope for you is to hold on to those positive thoughts from friends, family, listeners, and yourself. Being positive, kind, & humble (ie letting others help and share in your journey) has a healing spirit that will take you far. Wish you and your family well and sending you positive thoughts and vibes. And I know I may never be asked but if there is anything I can do to help you through this journey don’t hesitate to ask.
Wow John. What a great letter, and inspiring.
Jo Ann is lucky no one else won her. :-). You are the catch! My heart goes out to you for your kindness and generosity towards me while you are dealing with so much.
Thanks for reaching out… I’m grateful to have someone as nice as you in my corner.
You’ve got this Bob! Kick that cancer’s ass!!
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Let your people love you and support you! You worry about getting better and soak in the support. It works!
So cool to hear from you Vinnie! ❤️????
Sending hugs and prayers!
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Bob, you are a blessed person. You provided so much laughter, joy, and food for thought throughout the many years you were on Seattle radio, it will come back to you tenfold. Much success with your surgery and your recovery. You are loved. Glad you are having the surgery and recovery in Seattle, where the love for you in palpable.
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You got this, Bob!
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Praying for you tonight Bob, I hope all goes well tomorrow❤️❤️
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Cancer picked the wrong guy! Thinking positive thoughts for you and your family!
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Let yourself be loved. It worked for you on the radio and is good for all involved. Wishing you the best of luck.
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You got this, Bob!!
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Prayers and positive thoughts, especially tomorrow, Bob.
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Bob- sending prayers and virtual hugs for you , Lisa, and all your care givers.
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We are sending our best wishes for a speedy recovery. Hope all goes well.????
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Best of luck! We’re praying for you! ????
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Stay strong old boy! Take it on like everything you always have and whip its ass
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Hey Bob.. I’ve listened to you on the morning show for many years & at times I have laughed until I had tears in my eyes. Morning radio just isn’t the same without you guys!!
Thank you for deciding to open up.your life to all of us! You have quite the following here in Seattle & other places on this big blue globe & we are all rooting for you.
Wishing you the very best Bob & a speedy recovery so you can get back to doing what you love.
Sending prayers & strength for you, Lisa & your loving family!
Kristi
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Bob, My strong healing thoughts are with you and your family. I look forward to many more years of your talent and wit.
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Sending love, sending more prayers, you got this. Thank you to Lisa, Ed, Spike and Zip for keeping us posted. You mean so much to so many you don’t know.
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Wishing you the very best tomorrow. Prayers for a successful surgery
Wishing you the very best, Bob! Thank you for keeping me entertained on so many drives to the office while stuck in traffic on I-405, all those years! You have such a centered, compassionate, and calming voice of reason. The world definitely needs more people like you. I know you will get through this, so many people out here love you, Bob!
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Sending Love!! Happy Lisa will post so we can be in the know!!
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Take care as best you can Bob. As Triumph would say “Fight the good fight” everyday!
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Sending love, Bob, like all the love of people you’ve sent over the air all these years here!
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Sending healing thoughts your way, and I will pray for strength for you, Lisa, and your entire family. Thank you for sharing your news and allowing your listener community to join your support circle. You are very well loved, and knowing how many people are in your corner is a good thing!
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Bob you have made me laugh until I had trouble breathing. I loved the show here in Seattle for years and was so sad when you left. I am sending prayers and positive energy for healing and butt kicking strength for whatever this dang thing is that’s grabbed you. Please know you have a huge group putting in orders with the Man upstairs running headquarters, for strength and healing. Take good care.
Crystal L
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Hang in there brother Bob. We get what we give and you have given so much that I have to believe that you will receive grace in return.
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You’ve got this! Sending good vibes.
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You got this Bob and Sandra D & I will be praying for a very quick and full recovery !
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Sending positive vibes to you, Bob. You are in good hands.
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Love you, Bob! You got this!
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I’ll be thinking of you and your family tomorrow with hope of very good news in the near future. Stay strong Bob.
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Take care Bob and thanks for letting us all into your life now and over the years.
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You got this Bob. Welcome back to your second home and the world’s best treatment center. Much love to you and your family. Beautiful grandchildren ????
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You got this Bob! One step at a time. Just focus on the very next one to avoid getting overwhelmed
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Sending you good vibes and prayers for a speedy recovery.
Thank you Heidi!
Thinking of you and Lisa. Rooting for you,old friend.
So glad we connected in New England. Thank you Donna.
You got this Bob! Looking forward to the next podcast as soon as you’re able! How about letting Spike make a new twisted tune?
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Best wishes, Bob…. I hope that everything goes perfectly for you. You have a village, all rooting for you, prayers sent.
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Sending love, light and healing energy your way, Bob, and for strength and hope for you and your family. I enjoy my syrup weekly and think of you and Lisa every time I open it. We are all pulling for you ???? ????????
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Wishing you the best and speedy recovery Bob. Thanks for letting us in and keeping us informed. Some of us have been part of your life in a weird way for 20+ years and we love you.
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Dear Bob, as your long time Armenian American listener, I am sending you positive vibes and wish you a full and speedy recovery. You are back in Seattle, arguably one of the best cities when it comes to medical treatments.
Good luck and can’t wait to have you back on the podcast!
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You got this. PTL for advanced medical facilities like we have in the Emerald City. Sending you Peace and Strength. Perhaps this tune will help in the OR, provided the volume is high enough; https://youtu.be/LIzPbnIp2QM
Loud music is the best kind. ❤️???? Thank you Larry,
Good luck on the stuff tomorrow. I’ve always really enjoyed and still do enjoy listening to your shows and podcast. But we’re all rooting for you
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Thank you for the update. Wishing for you to have the best outcome for your surgery as possible.
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All the best to you, Bob. You’ve got this.
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Bob-Thank you for sharing your news—it allows us to pray for you and your family and hold you close in our thoughts as you navigate this journey. Prayers of strength for you and Lisa tonight and tomorrow and all the days after, wisdom and compassion for your doctors and medical team. ❤️
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Geez. I guess this is what happens when life takes over, and I don’t listen to your podcast for a few weeks. I didn’t realize you were battling Cancer. Sending you good juujuu, strength and fan-love to get through this. I’m a breast cancer survivor myself. Cancer simply sucks. In so many ways. Godspeed, my virtual friend!!
❤️???? Thank you Lori! And congrats to you.
Keeping you in my thoughts, Bob. You got this.
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Best wishes Bob. Keeping you in my thoughts. Corm
Thanks Steve…
You’ve got this Bob! I’ve enjoyed decades of morning entertainment thanks to you and your crews and I look forward to many more podcasts to come
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Will be sending all the healing vibes for a successful surgery and recovery
Especially cool coming from you, Cathy. Best to you and Nels.
Wishing you the best tomorrow! You’re strong and you’ve got this!
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All the best to you, Bob.
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Bob,
I and I’m sure all of your listeners are pulling for you. You have every prayer and good thought I can send you. Get well soon and I look forward to your updates and future podcasts.
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I hope all goes well for you tomorrow and beyond. Will send good juju and vibes your way.
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You got this! We are all fighting with you!
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Get well soon Bob! Sending lots of happy and loving thoughts your way for a quick recovery. We miss you already. Take great care!
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Thanks for keeping us informed, wishing you all the best Bob! I am shocked you did all that mapleing during chemo and radiation! Now I’m going to relish every pancake even more! Hugs and prayers.
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Bob,
Just a quick note to let you know you and your family will be in my thoughts tomorrow as you under go your surgery. I look forward to hearing your on the road to recovery and back doing the things you enjoy.
Janet
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Be well, take care of you. We will all miss you while you are focusing on healing.
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I’m glad you’re seeing such an outpouring of love and healing vibes, Bob. You have touched so many lives in such a positive way over the years… you deserve it. Add me to those in your corner.
Greg, much appreciated.
Sending love and praying for you! ❤️
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Good luck tomorrow!
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Bob – I’ve been trying to think of the right words to write since your last podcast and recent blog. How does one express that although you don’t know me from Adam, you have been a part of my life and like family for over 30 years? That your thoughts and logic are so similar to mine and how much strategy and opinions of yours I have taken into my own life? I am as concerned for you as I would be about any other family member. Please know I am sending you all my positive mojo, will be thinking about you tomorrow (as I have every day) and please, please realize how meaningful you truly are in so many peoples’ lives. As you always say, Be Well, my friend.
Perfect sentiment, shared by yet another unknown “Adam.”. All healing vibes to you, Bob!
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So nice of you Donna. Thanks.
Rock on. You are a master of entertainment. We can all wait. Go slow, enjoy what you got.
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