By Ralph (209.240.198.62) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 07:30 pm:

Dear forum members,
My dad made it. Apparently he suffered a mild stroke and this is what caused the problem. The CAT scan showed he had a brain tumor but I would learn from his doctor that this was discovered in 2000 when he underwent tests that determined he had Alzheimers. The tumor is small and has not changed in three years. Today we took him home from the hospital and he is once again in the loving care of our mother. Again, Russ and I are extremely touched by the thoughts and prayers of the forum. I mentioned all the words of support to my mother and she asked me to extend her thanks and best wishes to all. It was a difficult time and I truly did expect to lose my father over this. I'm sure your prayers were heard.
It is not necessary to respond to this thread, you all have been wonderful. I just wanted to give an update. Im going to sleep and relax for a day or so and then I'll be back here with all of my forum family. Once again, many many thanks. Russ and I were deeply touched by your concern.
Your friend,
Ralph

By Sue (205.188.209.38) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 07:35 pm:

That's great to hear, Ralph. Rest well ...

By SisDetroit (68.42.209.170) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 07:44 pm:

Great news (((Ralph)))!

By lynnbruce (65.60.202.214) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 08:34 pm:

Great news!!

By Vickie (64.236.243.31) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 09:29 pm:

We Love you guys...

Vickie

By Larry (12.141.160.25) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 09:53 pm:

Ralph and Russ,

Glad to hear your Pop's still fightin!

By Eli (151.197.37.139) on Tuesday, March 04, 2003 - 11:47 pm:

Ralph and Russ,
God bless you my friends!!
I am so glad that all is well. Rest easy my goombas!!

By MEL&THEN SOME (195.219.7.84) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 12:31 am:

Great news Ralph,
best wishes to you all
mel.

By David Meikle (81.135.51.27) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 03:36 am:

Ralph



David

By Ritchie (62.254.0.10) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 03:39 am:

Great news. Take good care of your dad, Ralph. You'll never get another.

By Carl Dixon London (62.31.40.155) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 03:42 am:

Good news for a Wednesday morning Ralph and Russ.

By R&B (138.238.41.128) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 08:26 am:

TODAY IS A GOOD DAY.

By DEBORAH (63.77.247.130) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 08:54 am:

Ralph and Russ,

We all are so pleased to know that your dad is
pulling through. God is good !!!!
Our family will continue to keep him and your
entire family in our prayers.
Remember that mothers and fathers are like rare
gems.....take good care of both of them!!

God Bless,

Deborah Stubbs-Boatner and Family

By STUBASS (152.163.188.68) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 09:03 am:

THATS GREAT NEWS!!!...YOU JUST CAN'T KEEP *ANY* OF THOSE TERRANAS DOWN FOR LONG...CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR DADS RECOVERY!!!...STU

By KevGo (64.115.26.80) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 11:10 am:

Ralph & Russ:
Great news....My best to you and your Dad.
Kevin Goins - KevGo

By Millie (216.8.139.140) on Wednesday, March 05, 2003 - 04:55 pm:

Ralph and Russ,
Wonderful news...do me a favor and tell your parents that you love them...it'll make all of you feel good!

By Mark Speck (65.56.217.168) on Thursday, March 06, 2003 - 12:41 am:

Glad to hear your dad's doing better, Ralph!

Best,

Mark

By Allen (24.165.80.21) on Thursday, March 06, 2003 - 04:58 am:

Ralph & Russ,

I'M happy to hear your father made it through this tough time. You Terrana's have given much joy to the world. It seems only right that something wonderful happen for you.

Best Regards,

Allen

By Nikki (24.46.200.124) on Friday, March 07, 2003 - 12:01 pm:

Ralph & Russ,

I am so happy to read that your dad pulled thru the worst of it. My prayers will continue to be with all of you.

Nikki

By TonyRussi (68.18.48.42) on Friday, March 07, 2003 - 01:03 pm:

Ralph I hope everything keeps going fine. Strokes are so scary.My mom had one after heart surgery 3 years ago(she was only 67) that has left her paralyzed on left side but thank God she has her mind, and we have her.Its important for your Dadto keep a positive attitude.Best of luck!

By Ralph (209.240.198.62) on Friday, March 07, 2003 - 01:13 pm:

Thanks everyone for all the kind words of support. My dad is doing much better. As I've mentioned he does have Alzhiemers but for the most part, because of his great attitude, that can be dealt with. The effects of the small stroke he had are minimal and he is going for little walks with my mother now. The wonderful medical personell who took care of him marvel at his strength. He will be 89 next month.

By Ian W (194.75.129.2) on Thursday, March 13, 2003 - 07:35 am:

Nice to hear it Ralph! My uncle is in hospital at the moment resulting from a number of strokes. He seems finally to be getting a bit better too!

Ian

By Carl Dixon London (62.31.40.155) on Thursday, March 13, 2003 - 07:41 am:

Best of luck with that Ian!

By Ian W (194.75.129.2) on Monday, March 17, 2003 - 07:23 am:

Thanks Carl! Re. your piece of Motown style music you mentioned on another topic - could we hear it?

By Jim G (12.47.224.13) on Monday, March 17, 2003 - 08:37 am:

Hey Ralph,

Glad to hear your dad is on the mend!
Ian, all the best to your uncle.

By Sly Fan (67.115.73.249) on Monday, March 17, 2003 - 12:52 pm:

Much Love Ralph!! Beautiful News!!! Congrats on your father's recovery.

By Carl Dixon London (195.153.219.170) on Monday, March 17, 2003 - 07:13 pm:

Ian W - If you want to hear a short demo, email me at carl.dixonatmelkman.com, replacing the 'at' with '@' and I will send you the url. Sorry to mention this on here Ralph!

By stephanie (64.63.221.150) on Thursday, March 20, 2003 - 02:18 pm:

Ralph
I just saw this thread so I wanted to respond Im glad your Dad is OK.....I will keep you in my prayers. Im glad that he is fine and that you are with him.
Steph