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Title: May be my final post!!
Post by: stringstretcher on November 18, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
Just would like to let every one know, that this could be my final post on TG.  I got the results back from my CT SCAN yesterday, confirming that I have Cerebellar Ataxia.  Over time, I will or can, loose most of my motor skills.  Walking, driving, able to stand up with out falling and on and on.  No way to tell how soon, or how bad it can get, that is out of the doctors and my control.  There is no cure, as of now, so it is what it is.

I spend more time trying to correct spelling on my post, that I used to typing it.  My eye sight will not let me read very good so all this will eventually come to a close.

I just want to say to every one a huge thank you for being part of my life, and sharing what we all love to do.  Unfortunately, my time has all but come to a close as far as being able to do anything archery related, hunting, fishing and just about any thing actually.

I will never forget what some of you have done for me, and cherished every minute that I had a chance to share time with you..  Some I have never met, and never will, but again I thank you for the most wonderful ride I could have ever taken.

My one goal in life way to make it to a classic.  I made two of them. and can recall almost every minute of those trips.  So wonderful to share with all of you.

So if you don't see me around, just know you all are still in my thoughts and will ever be so.       :pray:
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Post by: Doc Nock on November 18, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Charlie,

Were fate different, I'd be back down to see you and try to get you out to at least sit a bank somewhere and drown a few worms... Alas, life changes and things change around us.

I am deeply saddened for your news, but then, this has been the culprit for lo these many past years. If things progress as slowly as they have to this point, you might yet be able to remain relatively active.

Thank you for our past friendship, our more recent trades and deals, and the insights you've shared over time.

You will remain in my prayers.  You have my cell phone #...if you can hear to talk on a phone, you can always call and BS a bit as I have unlimited minutes now on VZ...

Be in God's Grace.  He will not forsake you. Life may change, but God's love is enduring, Charlie!

Keep the Son in your eyes!
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Post by: Al Dente on November 18, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
Praying for you.  I am saddened to hear this.
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Post by: jamesh76 on November 18, 2014, 08:10:00 PM
Prayers for you
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Post by: BenBow on November 19, 2014, 12:03:00 AM
Charlie I'll continue to pray every day for God's best for you and family
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Post by: GRAYBEARD on November 19, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
Praying for Peace and strength for you and those you love.
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Post by: MR BILL SHORTY on November 19, 2014, 12:59:00 PM
:pray:    :pray:    :pray:
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Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on November 20, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Charlie, Continued Prayers for the best. I always appreciate and enjoy your posts here on Trad Gang.
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Post by: jackdaw on November 23, 2014, 08:45:00 AM
sorry to hear this Charlie. ! let's hope it stays away for a while....prayers
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Post by: Doc Nock on November 26, 2014, 10:32:00 AM
As we approach this day of Thanksgiving, my prayers are redoubled for you Charlie, and for all, that each of you find peace, hope and some sense of Thanksgiving for your trials and challenges.  

Surely an area of Christian living I do not do as well as I'd like nor as I'm "called" to do.

Continued prayers, my friend...
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Post by: 4dogs on November 26, 2014, 10:56:00 AM
:pray:
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Post by: bear1336 on November 30, 2014, 05:25:00 AM
More prayers sent from Ga.
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Post by: maddingo on December 05, 2014, 09:44:00 AM
prayers for you and your family
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Post by: BRITTMAN on December 18, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Your words have touched my heart , I pray that God give you peace and healing
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Post by: smokin joe on December 30, 2014, 11:41:00 AM
Prayers sent from NC
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Post by: Blueridge on December 30, 2014, 02:29:00 PM
So sorry to hear this . Prayers for you and know that God is in control and is always with us.
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Post by: BenBow on April 09, 2015, 08:16:00 AM
Still praying Charlie. Praying that God's perfect love and mercy hold you close and strengthen you.
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Post by: Doc Nock on April 09, 2015, 10:44:00 AM
I hear from Charlie now and again but last he shared, the screen is getting very hard to see...

And his hearing is toast, so phone chats are tough...

I know he appreciates your prayers...he's a good hearted man who knows the Lord...

Lord, we ask your blessings on our friend, hold him close, lift him up, help him to cope with these transitions...amen
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Post by: Hud on April 11, 2015, 11:44:00 PM
Prayers for Charlie and his family.
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Post by: arrow flynn on April 20, 2015, 11:08:00 AM
All the best from california
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Post by: GRAYBEARD on April 21, 2015, 08:37:00 AM
Prayers continue for courage and peace in the face of such challenges.
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Post by: woodchucker on April 24, 2015, 06:34:00 PM
Smoke sent to the Great One, To ease our Brother's suffering...  :pray:
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Post by: cmh on May 04, 2015, 09:39:00 PM
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Originally posted by Doc Nock:
I hear from Charlie now and again but last he shared, the screen is getting very hard to see...

And his hearing is toast, so phone chats are tough...

I know he appreciates your prayers...he's a good hearted man who knows the Lord...

Lord, we ask your blessings on our friend, hold him close, lift him up, help him to cope with these transitions...amen
Amen!!
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Post by: Elkchaser on May 08, 2015, 12:55:00 AM
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Originally posted by cmh:
 
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Originally posted by Doc Nock:
I hear from Charlie now and again but last he shared, the screen is getting very hard to see...

And his hearing is toast, so phone chats are tough...

I know he appreciates your prayers...he's a good hearted man who knows the Lord...

Lord, we ask your blessings on our friend, hold him close, lift him up, help him to cope with these transitions...amen
Amen!! [/b]
and Amen!!
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Post by: zarch on May 08, 2015, 07:26:00 PM
prayers sent  :pray:    :pray:
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Post by: Carpdaddy on May 15, 2015, 11:07:00 PM
Sorry to hear of this, prayer sent on your behalf.
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Post by: Doc Nock on May 16, 2015, 10:47:00 AM
Just shot a note to Charlie after my daily visit to here...

Put it in 20pt type to help reading.  I'd not heard any reply to others so thought it would help.

I got a short note back thanking all for their prayers and indicating that indeed, LARGE FONTS help his read emails...

I shared that many have kept him in prayers... He was pleased.
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Post by: stringstretcher on May 16, 2015, 11:05:00 AM
Thanks so much every one for the continued prayers and thoughts.  Yes David, the larger fonts help in my reading.

I have continued to try and find some help for this condition, only to be turned down by 15 Neurologist in my area.  No one will take me and all say there is nothing they can do.  If you want to know more, look up Cerebellar Ataxia and that should explain.  

I do not get on the sites much any more because of the reading and what it does to my balance after reading for a while.

Have been told by what Dr.'s I have seen, that this will only in time put me some where that is an assisted living space, as I will not be able to take care of my self.  Now that is something to look forward too.

I try each day to continue, only to be shut down for a few days afterwards, but I will continue.

Again thanks so much for your continued prayers, thoughts, and concerns.
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Post by: BenBow on May 16, 2015, 11:40:00 AM
Jesus and I hate Cerebellar Ataxia and His name is greater. Prayers for the death of Cerebellar Ataxia in your life.
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Post by: Doc Nock on May 16, 2015, 01:04:00 PM
Good to see Charlie post...

Sent him a note after reading this...

His email is on his ID Card of his post.  Just use big bold type...I bold 20pt Arial Type font!

Encouraged him to see out some research hospitals...perhaps there are things being done quietly elsewhere then his home area of Richmond VA and nearby areas...
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Post by: on May 18, 2015, 06:42:00 PM
Prayers up for you, stringstretcher!

Bisch
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Post by: jt85 on May 18, 2015, 06:52:00 PM
I will be praying for you and your family. So sorry to hear this.
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Post by: DennyK on May 18, 2015, 06:57:00 PM
Prayers sent for you stringstretcher. God Bless!  Denny
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Post by: nkartscher on May 18, 2015, 07:54:00 PM
Prayers sent.god bless you
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Post by: Son of Texas on May 18, 2015, 09:23:00 PM
Prayers sent, May God bless you!
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Post by: Bakh on May 19, 2015, 12:13:00 AM
Prayers sent. God bless you!