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timmy
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Location: UK, in Devon
Registered: February 2003
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I think this warrants a thread of its own.
It seems from various posts that Sammy's graft has taken, and he is likely to be ok. I am not giving news here, just kind of collating it.
I have no idea how long the haul back to full fitness is for him, nor the status of the illness. But I am cautiously rejoicing.
I'd like, please, some official news, if that is available, and ideally, if he is ready to, form Sammy himself. There is a worldwide community of people who would like to hear the current outcome.
Good on ya, lil Kat! We want to hear how you're doing, and, even if getting fit is hard work, how you're handling it.;-D
Author of Queer Me! Halfway Between Flying and Crying - the true story of life for a gay boy in the Swinging Sixties in a British all male Public School
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Agreed Timmy, it would be nice to hear from the Tyger himself, if he is up to it!
Mike.g
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saben
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We got our hopes up too soon. He had some tests taken yesterday. The graft has been rejected. The cancer is back.:'-( :'-( :'-( Just when everything seemed to be going so well...
Look at this tree. I cannot make it blossom when it suits me nor make it bear fruit before its time [...] No matter what you do, that seed will grow to be a peach tree. You may wish for an apple or an orange, but you will get a peach.
Master Oogway
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oh no no no... i am so sorry... it will not stop me from sending him positive thoughts & light, though. something's got to work for him, yet.
lots of love for you, and for he and his family, and closer friends. don't give up hope, yet.
my void does not want.
-- 2.13.61.
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My brothers, the news gets a little rough.
Sammy's cousin called me last night telling me that our little Kat threw a temper tantrum in his room after getting home from having the checkup. Understandably, he was upset. Basically, he trashed his room.
I spoke with him this morning. He was calmer, but still quite depressed. Once again, that finish line was just there, just within reach....
I can't blame him for taking it out on the furniture. Knowing his moods and temperament as I do, it's a lot better than he wreck a room rather than take out all that pain and frustration on anyone. He's not a angry person, by any stretch. And his temper usually takes quite a lot to get going. But once he does... let's just say, he is as vicious and powerful as his nickname when he wants to be. In the grips of such emotions, how many of us could say we'd find a healthier way to take out all that feeling, all that dissapointment and fear?
I'm not sure what the future holds for him, medically. He may go back into treatment here with me in Florida. He may get into another program. These are things that must be dealt with in house amongst his parents, doctors and family. I would love to have him back here, no matter the reason, but to be honest, I too felt somewhat at a loss for words when I was told about the graft dissolving. Thank God that he didn't have rejection sickness.
Still, whatever happens, I know he'll pull himself together soon. Those of you that talk to him online know he's not a defeatist type. He's a tough little shit, and he will definitely get back into the fight soon. For now, I'm hoping he has a moment to gather his wits, his guts and his heart back together. He's very special to me, and for those of you that know him, I'm sure he's special to you as well.
I'll try to keep you all more updated and possibly convince Tyg to drop a line here as well. The battle may be lost, but the war continues. Our little warrior isn't out of the fight yet. He just needs a chance to bind his wounds and sharpen his sword. God willing, I'll give him that chance again. If not, I hope that those that do get to help him realize what a treasure they've been entrusted with. And how lucky they are to have such a priveledge.
Keep the home fires burning, the light house shining bright and be kind to wayward souls that seek solace in this harbor (harbour for our British friends). Cya on the other side, my brothers. Keep the faith.
D'Artagnon
It's not the wolf you see you should fear, but all the ones he howls with. Don't be afraid of the song, but don't piss off the choir.
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timmy
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OK, that was a battle fought hard and lost. Don't you dare give up on this lil Kat. This was just one excursion that could have given you a short cut to victory. The hard road is still there, and you're gonna follow it and win
Author of Queer Me! Halfway Between Flying and Crying - the true story of life for a gay boy in the Swinging Sixties in a British all male Public School
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timmy
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This needs to be viewed differently. The graft was a short cut that could have set him right almost at once. Sometimes they don't take. That leaves him no better and no worse off than he was before that exercise. It was a great exercise to try, and it happened not to take. Our lil Kat is in no worse a position than he was before. He has the same battle to fight and this attempt at a magic bullet didn't work.
Not surprising that he is angry as hell at the moment and feeling low. There's no way to come through having hopes raised like that without feeling awful. It will pass.
Sammy, I know you know this too. And I know this sounds patronising, but it's also real.
Author of Queer Me! Halfway Between Flying and Crying - the true story of life for a gay boy in the Swinging Sixties in a British all male Public School
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I am sure that the rest of us will be as disappointed as Sammy himself must be feeling. After the apparently good news before, this has come like a thunderbolt. But we are all made of stronger stuff than that and won't be giving up, anymore than I hope Sammy will continue fighting. As Timmy said, a battle lost, but the war isn't over.
Just know Sammy that we love and care about you just as much if not more after this disappointment. One day, mate, one day....
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...For a long, prosperous, healthy and happy life.
I don't know you, but I know people who does, and they stand by your side right now. Just in case you didn't know. 
Take care, and get well soon.
"But he that hath the steerage of my course,
direct my sail."
-William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet, Act One, Scene IV
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Registered: March 2012
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Sammy,
When I read that you had got home safely, I felt so happy for you. No matter what happens though, I still think you Rock. *Screw* what anyone else says about mights or maybes, or even nos...you're going to get through this alive. Know that we all care for you very, very much, full stop. No ifs, no buts, that's the way it is. Just keep going.
Much, much love to you, no matter what happens.
Yours in truth,
Ryan
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Registered: March 2012
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I can think of nothing to say other than that I hope with all my heart that Sammy gets better. I'm sure that anything I can say would be of little consolation, so I leave you with the knowledge that you are in my thoughts, and I pray that Sammy continues on to have a wonderful life. May the road always rise to meet you. 
~Caitlin
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Sammy
Sending you all my best wishes. Hang in there. Miracles do happen if and when you truely believe that they can. ****BIG HUGS***
Piper
Long you live and high you fly
And smiles you'll give and tears you'll cry
And all you touch and all you see
Is all your life will ever be
From 'Breathe' - Pink Floyd
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I must say this. Sammmy will always be in my heart, thoughts
and prayers. From what I have heard, Sammy is a sweetheart. If
he ever wants to talk or just say Hi, I will be here for him.
I know what it is like to love someone who has cancer. My
Dad died because of it & now my sister is suffering from brain
cancer. It is hard when someone you loves has to suffer with it.
But of course it is harder on the person who has it.
To Sammy,
Sammy I hope and pray that you will get better, I may not
know you personally, but from what I have heard here, you are
a real sweetheart. Don't give up Sammy. I know that I won't.
You have a bunch of people who are cheering you on.
Hugs & Love,
Miss Kona (Donna) :-*
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