ALS Diagnosis

Reason For My Absence

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I haven't been very active in the forums lately. Even in my favorite, Screenshots forum. The main reason is I have been diagnosed with ALS, which is a horrible motor neuron disease. I can barely walk. I use a cane to get around the apartment, and a walker when I go for doctor's appointments. I miss you guys, but I still lurk around, keeping an eye on things. I still think there are way too many wallpapers being uploaded, especially A.I. wallpapers and not much WindowsBlinds, Iconpackager sets, CursorFX's, and Rainys. But those days are sadly gone. Times change. Take care people, if you don't hear from me much! :digichet:  :beer:  

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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I wish you the best. Sorry to hear about your trouble. 

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Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I am so sorry to hear that Reaper, and I truly wish there were more people doing WB's besides me, but to be honest, I can't do as many free WB's anymore. I am the only one doing WB's basically now, but I have to do WB's for sale, and that is doing horribly. I barely make enough every month to even keep my web site going. I use a walker too for back pain from my military disability, no fun! I really hope others come back to skinning soon! :(  

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Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Take care my friend. Prayers for you...<3  

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Reply #4 from Stardock Forums Top

Reaper...I'm unhappy to hear of anyone's problems, but hearing of yours, I'm especially unhappy. You've been and I hope will continue to be, an unwaveringly positive community member and more: A friend to one and all.

Mostly, I want you to know you aren't alone. Friendship and caring are a two way street and you have many friends here on WC. Count on us to care. 

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Reply #5 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting DrJBHL, reply 4

Reaper...I'm unhappy to hear of anyone's problems, but hearing of yours, I'm especially unhappy. You've been and I hope will continue to be, an unwaveringly positive community member and more: A friend to one and all.

Mostly, I want you to know you aren't alone. Friendship and caring are a two way street and you have many friends here on WC. Count on us to care. 
Hear, hear. 

Really sorry to hear this.😥 I'm sure you have a lot of friends here feeling the same. 

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Reply #7 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Thanks everyone for the positive feedback! This is a great, great community, full of warm, compassionate people. It has been an honor to have been a part of it, for the past 20+ years. I'm trying to keep my head up and stay positive, but it has been a struggle. Love you all! <3  <3  <3  

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Reply #8 from Stardock Forums Top

Very Sorry Reaper To Hear About Your Diagnosis, Life Can Be Very Cruel And Indiscriminate, I Wish You All The Best Moving Forward.

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Reply #9 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting The-Reaper-Man, reply 7

Love you all!

It's quite mutual, Reaper.

Quoting The-Reaper-Man, reply 7

I'm trying to keep my head up and stay positive, but it has been a struggle.

Character becomes apparent in adversity, so stay strong, Reaper. As the Brits say, "Keep your pecker up!". ;)  

Quoting The-Reaper-Man, reply 7

This is a great, great community

A Communiy can only be as great as its members are. :thumbsup:  

 

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Reply #10 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting DrJBHL, reply 9

Character becomes apparent in adversity, so stay strong, Reaper. As the Brits say, "Keep your pecker up!". ;)  
I thought the Brits say "Keep a stiff upper lip" but I like your saying better! :grin:  

Reply #11 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting The-Reaper-Man, reply 10


Quoting DrJBHL,
reply 9

Character becomes apparent in adversity, so stay strong, Reaper. As the Brits say, "Keep your pecker up!". ;)  

I thought the Brits say "Keep a stiff upper lip" but I like your saying better! :grin:  

We Actually Use Both Although When I Say Use, It Is More Something We Used To Say A Long While Ago.:sun:  

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Reply #12 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting The-Reaper-Man, reply 10

I thought the Brits say "Keep a stiff upper lip" but I like your saying better! 

Figured you would! :')  :rofl:  :w00t:  

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