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    Master OptiBoarder LaurieC's Avatar
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    Wave Reaching Out to Say Hello

    I've been gone so long, I'm sure many members don't even know who I am. For those who remember me...hello old friends :cheers: I'm finally back. Although very much in a semi-retired state (read much more retired than semi) ;) As many of you may remember, my beloved husband was struck very ill several years ago. He developed septic shock syndrome as a result of salmonella poisoning. Our lives dramatically changed due to the damage caused to his body. We barely had a grip on his health when he was diagnosed with colon cancer which later spread. I'm pleased to share with you that he is in what appears to be a remission that will extend to a cure. My evil twin, Laurie Pierce, can verify that indeed he looks and acts quite robust! Two years ago we left the rat race of LA and NYC and live in peaceful bliss in Saint Augustine, Florida. This past Friday, we had an amazing check-up for Jim and now I no longer feel like I must be holed up in my little world that's all about keeping him well and myself sane. I hope you'll welcome me back and I can again be of value to these boards while stimulating my own brain. Big hugs to all. :)

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    Welcome back

    Laurie,

    This is great news. Florida...hmmm, and St. Augustine no less. I think they still have seasons there as well. It's a beautiful area. I'm so glad to hear that your husband is in remission/recovery/cure. That's great.

    I have to say....WELCOME HOME.

    Diane:D
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    Great news Laurie. Not only am I glad you're back, but that Jim is doing much better. You must tell him hello from me.

    John
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    So glad to hear that Jim is doing okay. Welcome back Laurie! :)


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    Welcome Back! Glad to hear Jim is doing so well now!

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    Good to see you again.

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    wow, laurie it's a pleasure to meet you and I have to say I can relate to your medical background a little too well...over the past 4 years i've come very close to death more than once and it's a scary difficult thing to deal with, made all the easier by the love of a good woman.

    I look forward to getting to know you.
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    Welcome Back

    Welcome Back, my evil twin,

    : )

    Laurie

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    Awesome!

    It's about time we had some good news around here!

    It's good to hear from you again, and Jim's story is inspirational.

    Welcome Back!;)

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    Hi Laurie,

    I remember you. St Augustine is a great place. Home of the famous Datil pepper. Best of luck to you and your family.
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    welcome

    hello Laurie, glad your back , now i can get you mixed up with the evil twin once again

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    Welcome back and congrats to you and Jim, do you think the water in the fountian of youth works?
    Paul:cheers:

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    Welcome Back!!

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