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| I struggled as to post this or not, and hope the individual understands, but in the end decided it needed to be done...
Tomorrow a person from this board is scheduled for surgery, and needs our prayers for a successful operation resulting in a GOOD report. The individual has been a major contributor in MANY ways, and is selfless when it comes to the welfare of others. I will not mention his name, but ask that you remember this person tomorrow morning as he goes into the operating room. The person mentioned has really done a lot for me personally, and his optimism during this trying time is unbelievable; thinking of others before himself. Thanks ahead of time... |
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Location: Illinois-Indiana | Sponge,
Always ready to help out one of our brothers here on the board.
My prayers will be with him for a safe surgery and a speedy recovery.
Edited by Musky Fever 2/27/2003 8:43 AM
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Location: Pelican Lake/Three Lakes Chain | Sponge, our friend will receive a few precious moments in my thoughts today. I just wish they didn't feel the need to go it alone and allow us to support them. |
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Location: Eau Claire, WI | I second what Norm said.... |
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| My thoughts are with our friend.
Edited by Shep 2/27/2003 10:17 AM
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Location: Lafayette, IN | Prayer said......and remember,"Through the darkest of circumstances, God can bring about an unimaginable good!" Thanks for the note, Sponge. |
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Location: Greenfield, WI | Thanks Sponge. It is ok for people to know.
I have been diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer. This in itself is a good thing. Once the Thyroid is removed, supposedly the cancer has no place to grow. Afterwards I will need to take a pill everyday for the rest of my life to control my metabolism.
This is just a speed bump, It ISN'T like being told that you have days or weeks to live. This is insignificant when compared to real diseases. My only concern is if they may find something which they are not expecting.
I plan on harassing, teasing, and picking on all of you for years to come!!!I plan on being on a mountain side in Wyoming next fall killing "God Zilla" elk, they aren't going to stop me!
Prayers are appreciated. God Bless!
...Oh, look at this, my 600th post, I guess that I will remember it!
Edited by Steve Van Lieshout 2/27/2003 10:57 AM
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Location: Eastern Ontario | Steve, sorry to hear of your demise but you are right about the little pill thing. I found out my thyroid gland was dead many years ago. Once we found the right dosage the daily pill does it's thing no big deal. Lets hope your cancer is but gone as of tomorrow. |
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| Ok dude...didn't want to mention who(you), but did feel the need to share a concern for a fellow "board" member, and delving into the unknown w/ a "prayer bath" is the only way to go IMO! Anytime they throw the gas to one and start carving is cause for extra help...be sure to let us know how it goes for you. I've experienced a few meself and now have a badminton net holding in me gut, and will most likely experience 2 more knee/hip cuts in the future. Just remember we are here and take the needed time to recover and reflect..... |
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Location: Stevens Point, WI | Steve,
Good luck with your surgery, like you mentioned...fortunatley Thyroid tumors are 100% operable. You should be back on your feet in no time. Take care! |
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Location: God's Country......USA..... Western Wisconsin | SVL, nothing but good thoughts from this end of the Muskie spectrum. My prayers are with you bud. If god is willing and the creek don't rise, I hope to see you at the Mn expo. I know that that is not a long time for recouping from any operation but I am forever the optimist. Keep us informed as to what is happening and we will keep up these good thoughts and prayers. |
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| Steve,
Am Very Sorry to hear about your plight. I will keep you in my prayers and hope for a speedy recovery for you. You are truly a Gentleman in my eyes, befriending me as you did. I always appreciated your kind words and gentle hospitality. Get Well Quickly My Friend.
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Location: Greenfield, WI | The glare that the surgeon gave me when I asked about working the Minneapolis Muskie Show, could have killed me! I will not be attending.
For those who are going, make sure that Bill Schwartz behaves! Keep him in the Slammer Booth....and tell him to get to work! |
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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin | My friend, godspeed to recovery. I will have Worrall's Hideout warmed up and ready for you this spring, and the muskies will be willing and plentiful. |
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| Steve,
Get well soon, there's a huge Elk with your name one it out west so you'll need to get rid of you illness ASAP!!!!!! |
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Location: Eau Claire, WI | SVL...
Best to you for a speedy recovery, we'll say an extra prayer for you at the supper table tonite...
Mark |
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Location: NeverNever Lake | Speedy recovery to ya Steve!
Remember,"One Day at a Time"
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Location: God's Country......USA..... Western Wisconsin | SVL, We will all be keeping an eye on Bill when he is at the Mn expo. Tell him for me that if he needs a hand for a day or so that I can fill in if needed. He can always buy me off with lures........hehehehehe. Seriously buddy, get well soon and get back to the stuff you love. |
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Location: Milwaukee | Steve, God WILL watch over you, but you knew that already!
Hope the recovery is quick and the nurses are cute!
Praying for you,
The WISCO Sodaman,
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Location: Kentucky | Steve-
Faith is very powerful ! Gods speed to you!!
Edited by mavmskyb8 2/27/2003 2:23 PM
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| Steve,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My brother Dave and I look forward to seeing you and Darrel on Crescent again this September for the Hodag.Again, wishing you a speedy recovery. Steve |
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| Steve, It was great meeting you at the Milwaukee show! My Dad lived to 89 and took thyroid meds. most of his life. This was light years ago. He died of other complications. My sister-in-law has had her thyroid removed 10 years ago, and, after ajusting dosage is healthier than I've ever seen her before. She's 58, and, hikes the hills of Virginia, sometimes 8-10 miles. This is just a temporary setback. You'll be cheering on those kids of yours, and, pounding the water before the opener! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless! |
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| I also will add you to my thoughts and prayers Steve. Just try your best to take it easy for a little while to let yourself heal. In a few months you will be out searching for that elusive toothy critter and all this will seem like it was just a little speed bump in your life. Take care! Cindi  |
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Location: Greenfield, WI | What timing!? I've had people coughing and hacking around me all week. I've get a good start to a cold starting today, I pray that it won't be enough to delay the surgery! |
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Location: mount prospect illinois | Steve:
Prayers are with you. Soon you will be back at it enjoying the things that make life so good. |
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Location: Algonquin, ILL | Steve: I will include you in my prayers, you have always been there for others |
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Location: Stevens Point, Wi. | Steve = best of luck on a speedy recovery. God bless.
And don't harass the nurses too much. |
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| Steve,
Thought and prayers from teh Thiede family are with you. I'll give you every musky with my name on it as long as you're at Worrall's with me.
Keep in touch my friend. You have lot's of folks here supporting you.
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Location: Ames, Iowa | Steve-
There will be prayers for you from 112 Evangelical Lutherans at my church this Sunday. You are very correct about this type of tumor- so many people who have been through the same with the best of results.
All the best to you and your loved ones,
Don |
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Location: in front of my comp | Steve..my prayers are with you...my wife is Thyroidless and is very well...
god bless you |
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| Hope things are going well! |
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Location: oswego, il | Steve, I wish you all the best. You will be missed in blaine but be there in spirit. When I was talking with you saturday, your positive attitude and optimism was truley commendable. Tall courage indeed. Nothing will stop you from elk hunting, musky fishing or your daughters basketball games. Get well soon.:-) |
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Location: Greenfield, WI | All this support from all of you is incredible!
Just to show you I can do more than just whine, I got some good news tonight just when I needed it, a telephone call from Wyoming.....I GOT MY TAG!!!!
No surprises tomorrow and we start focusing on September! |
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Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin | Be well, my friend. Heal up quickly!! Call me when they let you...:) |
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Location: Eau Claire, WI | Let's all take a minute this morning for special thoughts and a prayer for our friend.
Hang in there Steve....Sept. Elk are just around the corner..:)
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| Steve,
Just got home, changed and jumped on the net to see how things went. If you feel up to it, please post and let us know how things went.
Scott |
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| Steve should be home by Saturday night hopefully, and hopefully will remember to touch base! |
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Location: Madison, WI | Steve,
You were kind enough to give my son a bait at the Madison Fishing Expo and gave us alot of great info. He had a broken bone in his hand and it was all wrapped up. The freebie really made his day. We will keep you in our toughts and prayers as you make a speedy recovery.
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| I will send my prayers,
I wish them a quick recovery as well.
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| Steve my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. |
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| Anybody have any news about SVL? Can't wait for his witty and humorous posts again. |
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Location: Wishin I Was Fishin' | Our prayers are with you from the Junion's.
Hope everything went well!
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