Scantlings

Seems like there are a number of ailments affecting our fellow Scantlers, or friends of ours, of late.

Some of the health concerns are fairly minor, mere annoyances and reality checks which can help serve as reminders for others to maintain or monitor our health better. Others here, have faced (or are facing) some more serious health issues. We know that they will be overcome, but it can sure feel like a hell of a journey to get back to what one calls feeling well.

I hope it helps some of you, to know that no-one here is alone. Others care how you are doing. Other folks who post here, have been there, battled hard, been through the wringer, survived and able to talk about it with a wry smirk and a good tale. Hang in there, and I hope that whatever inspires you and motivates you, is always present to get you through the tougher days.

Thanks, Lin. Let me, as one of the other health pros here, echo all of the above.

Also, as one of this year's major complainers who recovered nicely from his exquisite little brush with reality (except for about an inch and a half of remaining circumference loss in the left quads), I pledge to take care of myself, do everything my trainer says, and HTFU.

Lin - Yes, the alternatives, like getting picked up on trash day, are just not acceptable. Thanks for the supportive comments. We agree. The world is a much nicer place with a support structure. Pat

Thanks Lin.

Lin - the world is a much better place because you're in it. BV