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Scotty.....

I have some rather sad news to report about Scotty, a long time poster and a friend of mine. He was informed by his doctors today that his cancer has returned and he will need a plan of treatment beginning immediately.

I've written him privately and encouraged him to carry on with an aggressive treatment and that myself and some others at PBH are always here for support.

He was planning on visiting me here in Bogota this summer and I'm still holding him to that visit. Scotty is still young and there will hopefully be a lot of good years ahead.

I am sure he is going to be reading this, so please pass on your positive thoughts to this long time PBHer.

By gringoloid on Mar 28, 2008, 17:13 in Off Topic. AddThis Social Bookmark Button


gringoloid says on Mar 28, 2008, 17:13:

“Cancer is a villain who doesn’t play fair … but it can’t dim your spirit, and it can’t silence your thoughts!

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Desideria (Moderator) says on Mar 28, 2008, 17:30:

Scotty, we've had our differences but at this time they're less than a whisper in the heat of the desert. My thoughts are with you and my wishes for your speedy and complete recovery,
Cheers,
Desi

"I have opinions of my own, strong opinions, but I don't always agree with them."-President George W. Bush

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Medellin Traveler says on Mar 28, 2008, 18:04:

My thoughts are with you Scotty, get well.

La cuidad de la primavera, estoy feliz porque te vuelvo a ver - www.medellintraveler.com

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Plato says on Mar 28, 2008, 19:36:

Scotty, my man - my thoughts are with you. Be strong and get well buddy.

Plato

The hottest places in hell are reserved for those [liberals] who, in time of great moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.--Dante Alighieri, (1265-1321)

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Monpirri says on Mar 28, 2008, 19:36:

Scotty, “NEVER NEVER GIVE UP THE FIGHT"
God bless you!

Annette Taddeo for US Congress 2008

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goin_south says on Mar 28, 2008, 20:04:

Scotty... I've had quite a few people around me,
in my business lately, who have been winning...
...........THIS WAR, ALSO.
WE EXPECT YOU TO BE ANOTHER ONE.
Have No Fear.
Stay Courageous.
Beat the Heat!

'what does it mean, when one of you (colombians) tell another: YOU WERE NOT 'COLOMBIAN ENOUGH'?????? ... jejeje.. how fokn arrogant.... How 'colombian' do you have to be? to be 'colombian ... enough'?

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robi666 says on Mar 28, 2008, 21:34:

Long may you run!

"I am a citizen of the most beautiful nation on earth. A nation whose laws are harsh yet simple, a nation that never cheats, which is immense and without borders, where life is lived in the present."

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travelingirl says on Mar 28, 2008, 21:45:

Thinking of you, Scotty...

Around her hair she wore a yellow ribbon...

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podborski says on Mar 28, 2008, 22:05:

you're a fighter Scotty, you can beat this. Hope to see you back here soon

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Man Tequila says on Mar 28, 2008, 22:17:

Sing loudly, even on those days when it's hard to find a song in your heart. And don't lose heart.

Aunque no me creas/ si me lo propongo/ lograre olvidarte/ porque a fin de cuentas/ no soy tan cobarde./ Y termino todo una de estas tardes/ no sera dificil buscar algún sitio donde refugiarme/ donde nunca mas vuelvas a encontrarme. (Polo Montañez)

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RAAAY says on Mar 28, 2008, 22:26:

S**t .......Scotty.............hope you get back to your normal self soon...........you have to keep the chin up and fight this thing..........wake up every day and fight it.........

All the best

.........Its useless to argue with ignorance

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houstongal says on Mar 28, 2008, 22:53:

Scotty, I'm saddened to hear the news. I echo the words of the other posters - don't give up and remember.... you beat this once and we all know you can beat it again. We're all there behind you!!

Culture is language and language is culture - Dr. Annamaria Napolitano

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miamimike says on Mar 28, 2008, 23:19:

Good Luck to you Scotty,I know we seldom agree with each other on PBH! Don't let the Ca beat you, attack it Vigor! Buena Suerte!

"Wait a minute. What did you just say? You're predicting $4-a-gallon gas? That's interesting. I hadn't heard that." -- Feb. 28, 2008 --George W. Bush, Washington, D.C.

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DodgerDogs says on Mar 29, 2008, 00:36:

Scotty: I pray the " Lord " will bless you . I miss arguing with you , as the world would be a boring place if we all agreed all the time.

Please know I wish you all God's best in life , and hope to know your in Colombia soon. Remember the words of "Jeremiah 30:17 "
....
Cancer is so limited
It cannot cripple love
It cannot shatter hope
It cannot corrode faith
It cannot destroy peace
It cannot kill friendship
It cannot suppress memories
It cannot silence courage
It cannot invade the soul
It cannot steal eternal life
It cannot conquer the Spirit
( It cannot beat Scotty )

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.Martin Luther King:

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tejasmarcos says on Mar 29, 2008, 07:03:

prayers and best wishes....

trying to walk a straight line on sour mash and cheap wine...

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msaucey says on Mar 29, 2008, 09:35:

Scotty, along with everyone one else.... We know you'll get through this... You're in our thoughts and always wish you well.....

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

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kalder says on Mar 30, 2008, 04:38:

Thank you GL for letting us know. Scotty's a good bloke.

"kalder- have you ever had a woman?"--Sam Salmon

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gringoloid says on Mar 30, 2008, 08:05:

And I want to thank all of the contributors.................the best we can do is to provide some encouragement.

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scotty says on Mar 30, 2008, 12:38:

Thank you Gringoloid and thank you fellow PBHers. I plan to post on PBH my situation when i have more information. I am meeting with some doctors tomorrow (Monday )and i will tell you what they have to say.
I can tell you I am having a very difficult time swallowing even simple things like water or tea.
thanks again for all your well wishes.
I'll post again on Monday or Tueday
Scotty

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

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paulr says on Mar 30, 2008, 17:06:

I don´t know you Scotty but wish you all the best with your situation.

Life is like a ten-speed bicycle. Most of us have gears we never use.

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scotty says on Mar 31, 2008, 17:47:

Dear PBHers, i have met with all the doctors, taken all the tests and i have been given my options.

Right now at this moment i am very weak and exhausted. Later tonight to tomorrow sometime i will post and give you the good the bad and the ugly news about my cancer situation.

Talk to ya later,
Scotty

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

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msaucey says on Mar 31, 2008, 20:43:

Take care Scotty..... Get as much rest as necessary, no need to push your body more then it requires....

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

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houstongal says on Mar 31, 2008, 21:42:

I agree MS....we'll still be here waiting for Scotty. No rush.

Culture is language and language is culture - Dr. Annamaria Napolitano

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scotty says on Mar 31, 2008, 21:44:

thanks, i appreciate everyone.
right now im a little tired, if i get a burst of energy later tonight i will post , if not i will get on tomorrow night and give all the details.
you PBHers are a great group of people.
later

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

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goin_south says on Mar 31, 2008, 22:53:

scotty, pm me... so Sailor Jerry can rememba your email!.. take care, dude!

'what does it mean, when one of you (colombians) tell another: YOU WERE NOT 'COLOMBIAN ENOUGH'?????? ... jejeje.. how fokn arrogant.... How 'colombian' do you have to be? to be 'colombian ... enough'?

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