"Dog3" > wrote in message
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> Well, having been delivered to the ER on 11/17/03 DOA the hospital spit me
> back out, alive on 12/23/03. It's been a long, tough battle but I've won
> it. I want to thank all of you that sent cards and flowers and to Barb
> that called me in my hospital room. I am overwhelmed by the prayers,
> thoughts and generosity of my online friends from this and other groups.
I
> can't possibly answer all of the cards or emails I've received for you all
> but wanted to express my gratitude to all.
>
> I'm just now getting through all of the cards. Humor is a huge message in
> many of the cards. I like that. Ms. Schaller called me in the hospital
> and rubbed it in about missing Margaret's brunch. BUT, I have a card here
> signed by brunch participants. I can't wait to see the pics.
>
> Anyway, thanks all. I hope you are all enjoying your holidays if you
> participate. Me, I'm kicking back with a hot cocoa and a fire in the
> fireplace.
>
> Michael <- On the mend

Now it truly is a Merry Xmas! Glad to see you back and shiny side up.

Jack Recovery

PS I'll talk dirty in email.