Monday, March 22, 2010

I'm back - regular posts to follow

I just arrived back home after being rushed to the hospital  by ambulance with chronic diarrhea due to an unknown cause. I was incapacitated for 24 days and couldn't keep up the regular posts but will catch up this week. Thanks for your patience. Merv.

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4 comments:

Chandler said...

Glad to see you back safe Merv. We were getting a little concerned!

Unknown said...

Merv,

Glad to have you back. I, too, was a little concerned. If you need anything, please give me a shout.

DAP

Unknown said...

Very, very good news. We were also hoping you were ok. You and your work are valued greatly.

Anonymous said...

Hi Merv,
I was very worried about you.
I am happy your back safe and sound.
I am still having trouble with my medications, sleep and vision.

Talk with you soon,
Lynnie
xo
I don't have the laptop hooked up with my e-mail address, so this is why I am on Peter's computer.
Take care,
Lynnie