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Old 06-24-2008, 05:32 PM
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Default Charite 6 years on in 2 days

Folks my Charitee is doing fine 6 years on taking no meds but at my age (approaching 72) not doing cartwheels and handsprings but Ok. Good luck everyone with your surgery
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Old 06-24-2008, 06:22 PM
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Alastair,
That's an awesome six year report, glad to hear it. You are the poster boy for ADR and Dr. Z!
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Old 06-24-2008, 08:13 PM
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Alastair, thanks for the update.... great news!

Did the back handsprings stop at 71? 70?

I'm right behind you. My new life will turn 6 years old in September.

Keep it up... Live well my friend!

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Old 06-24-2008, 08:54 PM
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good deal buddy keep on trucking
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Old 06-25-2008, 04:43 PM
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Great news. May I add my hearty congratulations. You give hope to many!
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Old 06-25-2008, 05:25 PM
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Smile continuing congratulations~

Alastair,
So glad to hear you're continuing to do well! Better than well it sounds like~
thanks for keeping us updated
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