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Discussion in 'The Bucket' started by grinder37, Jul 8, 2010.

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  1. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    I'm back and cancer free!!Just spent nearly a month in the hospital due to some reconstuctive surgeries i had from having a tumor in my neck removed a few years ago,which left me unable to work from muscle and nerve damage to my shoulder and arm,this last surgery they was able to get the remainder of the tumor out and fully contained!!It is now gone!!I also developed several nervous system dissorders over the last couple years as well(anxiety,post tramaic,depression)But i'm recieving counseling and medication which is helping alot.Now even better news,as i was in the hospital,my dissabilty case was won and i got my backpay!!My family and me have fought so hard,my wife works full time at minimum wage(with a family of 4,you do the math)we nearly lost our house and i've had to sell so many of our things that I worked 23 years for(including my reef)just to try to make ends meet.So as a reward to myself i have ordered a jbj 28 setup with all the trimmings(due to arrive monday!!) So for now i'm just very happy to be able to say that i'm back!
     
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  3. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    Congratulations!! I love happy endings!!
     
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  4. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    Well my man, thank God you are well! So many times we hear of the opposite side of things like this, it is uplifting to hear a story such as yours come out positive. Take care of yourself........
     
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  5. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    Thank you both! It's gonna be sweet starting off with all new,all 3 of my previous reef tanks were used and older.I'm very excited and relieved.
     
  6. Peredhil

    Peredhil Giant Squid

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    congrats dude!
     
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  7. kss2801

    kss2801 Montipora Capricornis

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    That's great news. good luck with getting things back on track and starting up ur new tank.
     
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  9. bama

    bama Humpback Whale

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    Amazing to hear!!! Welcome Back!
     
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  10. phoenixhieghts

    phoenixhieghts Panda Puffer

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    nice to see you back on your feet!
     
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  11. reefmonkey

    reefmonkey Giant Squid

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    Congratulations on a most glorious victory!
     
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  12. blumoon reefers

    blumoon reefers Millepora

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    Congratulations on winning your battle!! And congratulations on the new tank. You will definitely need to have a build thread for it!
     
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