I spoke to Gil on the phone Sunday morning to find out how he is getting on. Here is part of an email he sent me a few hours later. The ... represent editing by me and I am also responsible for the bold characters:
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... I wanted to thank you for calling this morning and showing me that you care. It turned my day around... I smiled and tried to think good thoughts (BTW it was very hard for I seem to have a very sick little mind) and it did pick up to finally blossom into a good day. I got word from a friend with whom I haven't spoken in ages, had a great sub-professor (as opposed to our regular one)... I'd like you to send hugs to everyone on the board for me. If this keeps up I might return earlier then I thought I would...
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And, just to show that he has not lost his sense of humour:
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...it is NOT normal to wake up before 10 AM unless you absolutely have to. ƒ÷ I forgive you though, this time¡K next
time there will be hell to pay *use Irish accent*. Let me remind you I know a certain guy who controls a roo mafia
...
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