Some good news and some bad.

[Muenkel 0]

This past Monday, I went for some grueling medical tests. This Monday, I go back to Dartmouth for different medical tests. First, I will make a full recovery. However, I was told that I won't even feel like I am recovering until sometime between mid-August and mid-February 2005.

I will get through this, I am determined. Somehow I will take it one day at a time. It could have been much worse.

Chris

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Chris

[AggieDave 6]

So that means you might be jumping again? Doom, doom to us all, we're no longer safe...

I'm glad to hear the good news bro!

--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline."

[BoostedXT 0]

Good news man! Keep a positive mind and you will be fine!

Joe

For long as you live and high you fly and smiles you'll give and tears you'll cry and all that you touch and all that you see is all your life will ever be.
Pedro Offers you his Protection.

[Luv2Fall 0]

Chris - you are truly blessed in that you will make a full recovery......glad to hear it.

[freeflir29 0]

I bet beer will speed your recovery.



That.......and get some BOOBIES rubbed on your head. Always makes me feel better.

[quade 4]

Hey, that's great news. I don't see any bad news there at all!

That time period is nothing compared to any of the alternatives.

quade -
The World's Most Boring Skydiver

[bobsled92 0]

Is great to know things are getting better and "will be" feeling better for you.Thanks for sharing too!

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[Lee03 0]

Great to hear the good new Chris. It will take a little time, by full recovery...that's OUTSTANDING!

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To put your life in danger from time to time ... breeds a saneness in dealing with day-to-day trivialities.

--Nevil Shute, Slide Rule

[lawrocket 3]

Jeez, that's beeter than my prognosis. I've never been normal, and the doctor's tell me there's nothing that can be done to get me there.

Keep the faith, my man!

My wife is hotter than your wife.

[jumpinjackflash 0]

Chris, big time vibes.

If theres anything at all you need, shout.

It's so good to hear that your taking the strong road. Never give up, never surrender.


Your in my prayers man, shout if you need anything,


Jack

It's a gas, gas, gas...

[hooked 0]

"I will get through this, I am determined. Somehow I will take it one day at a time. It could have been much worse. "

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Now that's a good attitude

Jan

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Sometimes we're just being Humans.....But we're always Human Beings.

[jumper03 0]

Good deal chris...
the end is in sight and the skies await.

Jump

Scars remind us that the past is real

[flygirl03 0]

Determination is Half the battle, Chris.

You are not a quitter. You WILL recover. The doctor's told you so.
Now you are just being tested... your patience, your faith.
A test you will pass.
Just like you will eventually get back to AFF and pass that too!!!

Keep the faith.
Rely on your friends, here, to help you do it

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
earthbound misfit

[Muenkel 0]

Hey thanks folks. I know this is good news but just imagine having a horrible case of the flu and being told that you will remain in the really bad stage for atleast 12-18 months. That's the part I struggle with. But I will make it through, like you all said. And I'm trying to stay away from the pity parties. Could have been much worse...I say that to myself so many times a day. Think positive Chris!!!

Thanks and blue skies everyone. Be safe.
Chris

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Chris

[flyangel2 2]

Chris,
I just saw this post, and am glad to read that things are looking better for you. Keep the spirits high, and know there will be good days and bad and that light at the end of tunnel isn't a train
Hugs,
Mar

May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey

[Snowbird 0]

Chris, hug that doctor for me! The bearer of good news deserves a hug. So do you!

Sounds like you just got an official 'Spend the summer at the beach' prescription. That's not sooo bad.

Be well! And be good to yourself.

Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.
-Robert A. Heinlein

[ACMESkydiver 0]

That's GREAT news, Chris!!! You'll get through it!! I'm so proud of you!

~Jaye
Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action.

[NoShitThereIWas 0]

I don't even know you Chris but I read your posts online and you seem like a very sweet and funny guy. I have followed some of the posts on your surgery and just want to say that you are very brave. I could not imagine going through such an intense ordeal. Keep your spirits up and stay strong. You will come out better on the other side and 2005 will be here before you know it. Hang in there and good luck!

Sending quick healing vibes and smiles

Roy Bacon: "Elvises, light your fires."

Sting: "Be yourself no matter what they say."

[WrongWay 0]

You're on your way dude, don't let it get you down.

Just think of it this way, what is one season out, when you have 40 more to go.

Keep your chin up, glad to hear the good news!!

Wrong Way
D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451
The wiser wolf prevails.

[chuteless 1]

You can see Chris, that so many people are pulling for you. Rest assured,my friend, you WILL make it, and the sooner the better. Dropzones everywhere need people like you, determined, positive, and likeable. That is what make skydiving the great "family" of flyers that it is.

During that recovery period, I hope you'll be visiting dropzones, just to keep you in a skydivers frame of mind.

All the very best...and an early
"WELCOME BACK"

Bill Cole

[lummy 4]

Keep your chin up Chris, one day not too far from now, you're gonna look back and say "Whew, I made it" :)

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