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HI Everyone. This is Lori. Tom has been unconscious for about the last week but we read to him everyday, keep him entertained, and hope he pulls through. I read to him from the site here last week and he seemed to enjoy it. You can see his BP and heart rate go down. We have been very busy here living at the hospital so I apologize for not keeping all of you up to date. Any changes will let you know. Lori
 
Lori, thanks for taking the time to answer on Tom's behalf. I cannot express how deeply I feel for him and his tremendous burden. Words fail me right now at a time like this.

Please let Tom know there are many of us here at BoB that are pulling for him and keep him in our daily thoughts and prayers.

God Bless you and your family in this time of crisis.

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Cheers,

RR
 
Dear lady, you do not owe us any apologies. Thank You for taking the time to keep us informed about your family's courageous efforts. Bless you, Bless Tom. I carry you both close to my heart!! FTRPLT
 
Thank you for the update Lori, and absolutely no apologies necessary. When I read that he enjoyed it when you read to him from the site, I couldn't help but tear up. I know that you, Tom, and all your family have a lot of extended family here on the forums thinking about you all everyday.
 
Ms Lori, all my thoughts and prayers are enroute to PA tonight. I don't have any words to express how that news makes me feel.

I can't possibly imagine a single thing I could do to help you or him but if you need anything at all please shoot me a private message on here and I will make sure it's taken care of in some way shape or form.

Much love to the entire family from this extended family here at BoB.
 
Lori, I'm so sorry to hear this. Sending huge hugs your way. Please share some with Tom. It makes my heart glad to hear that he receives comfort from these messages. Blessings to you both!
 
We are all pulling for you Tom. Thanks for the updates.  May our feelings of good intentions make their way to you and help you along. Hope this will help you relax a little:
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Marty
 
Lori, Tom,
I can't add anything to what has already been said. Just know that we are all thinking of you.
God bless you both.
 
Lori, thank you for the update. I can only echo the prayers and well-wishes of the other brothers.
 
Lori and Tom.

My sincerest and warmest thoughts are with you both.

Kindest regards,

Stick.
 
Lori,
My mother and I had Tom's name added to the list of folks to be prayed for at mass last Sunday, Pleas keep us posted about him and he will be in our prayers every day.
 
Hope Tom recovers well and quickly. Best wishes to you all in your struggles.
 
Hi Everyone. This is Lori. I had the pleasure of reading all your comments to Tom and stating everyone's names. He clearly enjoyed it as his blood pressure dropped and his pulse slowed. Much less agitation. Thank you for all your notes as they mean so much to him. Thanks again. No medical changes for now to report. Happy Holidays. Lori
 
Thanks so much for the update Lori. I'd been hoping for better news but at least it isn't any worse. It's heartening to know Tom is responding positively to the posts here.

I'm praying that Tom will be able to recover in time for him to come home for the holidays. He has a few good bowls to smoke, a cat to empathize with him, and of course you and the other loving family members to gather around him.

God Bless you and Tom!

:heart: 


Cheers,

RR
 
Let's drop his BP a little more:
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Lori, please don't ever think you need to apologize to us. I understand all too well the drain on spirit and physical energy you're going through. Give Tom my very best wishes. Wishing I could be there to offer my support. Hugs to all.

Jim
 
Hi everyone. We just wanted to let everyone know that it appears the meds didn't work so we are going to take Tom home so he spend his remaining time with family and friends. His spirits are remarkable and he continues to be cheerful, helpful and supporting us more then we support him. I will update as we get closer to a final date but he really wanted to make sure I thanked everyone, said hello to everyone, and wished everyone a very Merry Christmas or holiday season as you prefer. Thanks for all your notes. He certainly has many, many friends - and even though I've never met you all you can feel the Brotherhood is alive and well here. With best wishes for a great holiday season from all of us. Lori
 
There are no words that express my feelings right now Lori.

Tell Tom that we all love him more than ever in this, his most challenging hour of need.

God bless you and your family. May the Lord Jesus give you all strength.

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Cheers,

RR
 
Lori, I'm sad beyond words right now. God bless you, Tom and your family. While I never met Tom in person, he's been a good friend to me here and his strength and will are an inspiration.

 
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