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Post by boblor on Aug 14, 2014 14:01:45 GMT 10
Hi To all my V.V.friends/family
As some of you know over the past 4-5 years I have had health problems associated with Cancer. Recently I have been diagnosed again for the fourth time, but this time inoperable.
I put this thread out there so you will know the actual situation, rather than various rumors as to my condition.
Right now I feel good and go on with life as if i am not aware of my current health condition as diagnosed by my medical team.
I invite you all to continue the contact with me if I can offer advice/assistance with your restoration, and in particular my Olympic family.
You the vintage/classic van enthusiausts will keep me going, as you are my 'family'.
So until I state differently, please keep me in the 'loop'. Hope to see you at the outings planned between now and Christmas.
Cheers boblor
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Post by Roehm3108 on Aug 14, 2014 17:41:18 GMT 10
Sorry to hear the news, Bob, but your attitude is the only one to have ... and that applies to all of us!
No favoritism treatment from this quarter!!
All the best
Ray
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Post by greedy53 on Aug 14, 2014 18:50:36 GMT 10
head down bum up mate, it's hard to know what to say so i will say little just keep your chin up and if you need anything that i can help with i would be honoured
greedy steve
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Post by DC3Td on Aug 14, 2014 21:15:35 GMT 10
Hello Boblor.Its always hard to say things in situations like this however i do hope you spend your time knowing that we all keep you in our daily thoughts. gordon
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Post by urkel1965 on Aug 14, 2014 23:13:31 GMT 10
Hi Boblor
Keep doing what you've been doing...keep battling!!
Regards
Steve
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Post by atouchofglass on Aug 15, 2014 9:35:57 GMT 10
Hi Bob
Mate - I'm so sad to hear about this.
Keep going and all the vintage vanners... especially Olympic owners wish you the best.
Without your knowledge and research the Olympic owners would be so much more in the dark.
Thanks again
Atog
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Post by frizz on Aug 15, 2014 9:57:53 GMT 10
Hi Bob,
So sorry to hear of your situation. I am a recent member of the Olympic gang and am very impressed with your positive outlook and also your willingness to assist others. Impressed also with the expander van you displayed recently.
I have a van listed for sale with photos on the forum. Am wondering if you could tell me its age please?
All the very best.
Frizz
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Post by Jennison on Aug 15, 2014 10:41:47 GMT 10
Sorry to hear Bob, my thoughts are with you
jenno
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Post by flowergirlz on Aug 16, 2014 8:35:22 GMT 10
I am so sorry to read your recent post..you are an true inspriration to us all... always remaining positive. We are still enjoying the beautiful caravan you found us...would love to catch up with you again soon. Lotsalove cuddles and kisses from us all
Love light and happiness Flowergirlz xoxoxo
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Post by shesgotthelook on Aug 16, 2014 11:36:09 GMT 10
So sorry to hear this Bob. Like so many salt of the earth people, you do not deserve this. Sending strength your way & as my Grandfather used to say (in imperfect latin) 'Illegitimus non carborundum est' "Don't let the b......d's grind you down' Love from the SGTL's.  |
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Post by don257 on Aug 16, 2014 11:45:41 GMT 10
Hi Boblor,sorry to hear your bad news.Hang in there and take care.DON 257
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Post by toffeeman on Aug 16, 2014 21:02:51 GMT 10
Hi Bob, I have just seen your post, We are sorry to hear your health had deteriorated I am pleased to hear you have a such a positive attitude to your situation and you are feeling well at the moment. We was very pleased you called on us when you were in S.A. We really enjoyed the day you spent with us. We got the clips you told us about. Seem to be working fine. So thanks for that. Keeping a positive attitude can work wonders so keep that chin up our thought are with you. Love from Agnes and Alan
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Post by poddydodger on Aug 18, 2014 21:30:28 GMT 10
G'day Bob. I met you several years ago in the CP at Coonamble when you were on your way to Cowra with your Olympic in tow, I caught Vintage Van sickness off you and since then have been addicted, thanks very much.
All the best for the future.
Rob.
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Post by boblor on Aug 21, 2014 13:02:08 GMT 10
To all of my 'family'
Thank to all who have posted here ,pm's and phone calls, your thoughts are very much appreciated. Right now I would not know I have a serious problem, but thats the trouble with this diease, it just sneaks up on you. I am off to Leyburn Springs this w/e for the sprint car/vintage caravan w/e., looking forward to an entertaining w/e with some of my VV 'family' and maybe some new VV friends.
I will keep you posted on my health from time to time.
Cheers boblor
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2014 18:03:43 GMT 10
good onya Bob .....keep going anyway regardless of what the medical team say! "attitude" will buy time. My 85 year old father has just taken up "rockabilly" dancing lessons ....you know, the fast jive  .....silly ol' bugga  Take care ......and enjoy as much as poss! Mark |
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Post by mustangpall on Aug 21, 2014 19:41:28 GMT 10
Hi Boblor, Cliff & I wish you all the best, We know what you are going through. although Cliff is free from cancer at the moment we are always apprehensive when it comes time for check ups. Keep up the positive attitude you are an inspiration to us all.
Thank for all your help on our Riviera.
Regards Cliff & Ingrid Pallister xxx
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Post by neville1025 on Aug 22, 2014 22:15:13 GMT 10
Hi Bob, Sorry to hear your news.Keep your chin up and keep at it. We will see you at South West Rocks
All the best Mate Neville & Margaret
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Post by caravaningcouple on Aug 24, 2014 18:59:53 GMT 10
ALL the best
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Post by relmhayd on Sept 2, 2014 21:32:44 GMT 10
To all of my 'family' Thank to all who have posted here ,pm's and phone calls, your thoughts are very much appreciated. Right now I would not know I have a serious problem, but thats the trouble with this diease, it just sneaks up on you. I am off to Leyburn Springs this w/e for the sprint car/vintage caravan w/e., looking forward to an entertaining w/e with some of my VV 'family' and maybe some new VV friends. I will keep you posted on my health from time to time. Cheers boblor |
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Post by relmhayd on Sept 2, 2014 21:34:23 GMT 10
Hello Bob, just like to say all the best and all your South Aussie friends are thinking of you and wish you well.
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Post by toffeeman on Oct 27, 2014 23:28:28 GMT 10
Hi Bob, How are you holding up these days health wise .We have not heard from you for a while so hope you are still keeping well. did you follow up on the van on Hindmarsh Island. Best wishes Agnes and Alan
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Post by toffeeman on Oct 27, 2014 23:29:42 GMT 10
Hi Bob, How are you holding up these days health wise .We have not heard from you for a while so hope you are still keeping well. did you follow up on the van on Hindmarsh Island. Best wishes Agnes and Alan
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Post by boblor on Oct 29, 2014 16:33:04 GMT 10
Hi Alan, Agnes and other VVers.
I am travelling ok at the moment except my knees are painful. Cancer wise I will have further results next week, and it is not causing any problems at the moment except last tests showed the cancer is still growing. I will give a report late next week.
Cheers boblor
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Post by boblor on Dec 22, 2014 20:26:05 GMT 10
Hi to All my VV Family
I though it was time to give you all an update on my health.
As I reported in August, I was not given a good report, and the medical profession told me they could not help me with my current cancer.So as know I do not give in easly, so I have been on an alternative program of treatment, and currently feeling good, except blood test do not indicate this,as my tumor cell count is still going up.
Seeing that I am feeling well enough to travel I hitched the van up for a 13 week trip, and started last Wednesday. I am spending Christmas with my families in the Hunter Valley region and then moving to Sydney and south to Vic.and in Feb. to SA to take part in the Caravan Show at Wayville showground on 21 & 22nd Feb. before returning home for medical checks first week of March.
If I still feeling like travelling, I am planning on going to NZ for the Beach Hop last week of March.
I still have painful knees, but I can get by with them at this stage.
So look out I may be passing your way on this trip.Once again thank you for your thoughts over the past months, you encourage me to keep going.
I hope you all have a lovely Christmas and the New Year is good to us.
Cheers boblor
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Post by Roehm3108 on Dec 22, 2014 20:40:36 GMT 10
Sounds like a great trip, Bob. If you're anywhere on the Central Coast after New Year, pm me. Would be good to catch up. Hope your Christmas celebrations are all you hope for. They are, now that I think of it, cos you're livin' the dream in a vintage caravan!! Something too many of us DON'T do enough of!!!
Ray
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.....silly ol' bugga 
