In early April I was told the cancer had returned and is terminal.

I have gone a quest to find a chance for a cure an it is not good.

Two weeks ago I entered hospice.

I have had a great 72 year run, have a wonderful wife and still madly in in love with her. We have 3 great children and 7 grandchildren. Want some quality life with them

LOve to all

John, my love and positive thoughts are sent back at you, your bride, children and grandchildren John.

Many Hugs to you, John. There are no words that can express my sadness, but it is good to hear of your great love story and wonderful life. Not many people can attest to that. Love!!

John, you and your family are in my heart and I wish for you all very special moments always. Love, Denise

john
best to u and your lovely wife,children and grandchildren.
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John, oh how I hate to read this.

Much love to you and yours. We're with you in finding a cure, or at least extending life and quality of life. This bunch HATES cancer, and LOVES the people it attacks. Always.

I never can see a Starbuck's without thinking of you. John=Starbucks.


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John, may you and your loved ones be with each other and support each other at this time. Our hearts, prayers and thoughts go out to all of you. You, indeed, have been blessed by living a wonderful life and having family by your side the whole way thru your journey.

I would also like to add that I love your website located on your profile page. What a terrific source of information and ways to improve our health and our lives.

May Peace be with you, my friend. Carole

Love back at you, John. Peace and blessings to you and your wonderful family, as you spend special moments with them.

Gail

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John,
WOW...my heart is breaking. I'm not sure what to say but please know that you will be in my prayers. I am so very sad to read your diagnosis.
I will also be praying for your medical team and for a miracle. You truly are blessed with a wonderful wife and extended family. I wish only peace to you and them.
Don't give up hope and know that we're all here for you!!!!

From one warm water wuss to another, big hugs and lots of positive thoughts!

John

We are really sad to hear this, make every moment count with your loved ones.

PS we are Warm Water Wusses as well.

John, I don't have the vocabulary for such a moment. All my best wishes. Love to your family.

I'm so sorry....

Prayers for you and your family...

John, I am so sad to read this, and have tears streaming...I was wondering what had kept you away from BT for the last few months, now it is obvious.

Everyone else has said it so elequently, that I don't have any more additional words, except that I want to THANK YOU for your presense on BT, your happy and optomistic posts, and friendship you have given all of us. You have certainly given the fight your all. Please know that BT is sending out huge hugs and positive vibrations to you and your family at this time. I hope the next few weeks or months will be calm for you.

John, I was lucky enough to meet you when you came to my gallery with your wife. I'm sorry, I don't remember her name. I should, you were so proud of her beautiful artwork and had her bring it in to share w/ me. And it is BEAUTIFUL. You came in and sat down, it was like we had known each other for so long. Yet, I was busy. I didn't have time, or maybe I didn't take the time, to sit and just enjoy your company. I truly wish I had, the other people (customers) were just that...other people. Not truly touching my life, as everyone on BT has. I'm sorry. I've thought about that day many times and wished that I could get it back. Because I want to sit w/ you and talk to you. You drove so far out of your way to meet me. That makes me feel very special. I thank you for that.
My thoughts, prayers, all of it, are with you and your family.

I am sick to my stomach reading this.

I remember your Starbucks!

I really wish I knew what to write/say. Thoughts Prayers and Hug to you. Your family.

Lots of hugs from all of us!

Thank you for being such a positive presence here and I'm sure in your community. My deepest, most heartfelt wishes for your health, peace and serenity to you and your family.
Know that you have touched so many.

John, don't give up the fight! Many people are walking around today with TERMINAL problems, and wouldn't except that answer. We are praying for you, and hope that you will fight this diagnosis... Ron

YOU CAN DO IT!

Dear John,

You are, and will always be alive here on BT, enjoy what we have for as long as we can, and in the end we can kick back and say, we did good. You fight this, and know that many, many people are sending our love and strong vibes.

God Bless you John!

John
You are very special and have brought special moments to BT. Your positive attitude, the research you have done and your sharing with us all mean something.
Love back to you, your wife, children & grandchildren.

John - you are such a special person and it is with great sadness that I read your note. Know that love is al around you - everywhere you are. You have brought much love and joy to so many and I thank you for that.

Much love to you and your family. Be strong.

Can you come to the healing waters of Bonaire for a lovely respite? Peace and love..

Thank you John, for being a part of our lives and you honor us by giving us the chance to help you carry your burden. Many shoulders will ease the pain.
As many said already before me, we will be with you and your family all the way.

Some of its magic,
Some of its tragic,
But I've had a good life anyway.

Keep your head up, you are loved.

Just in case you check in from time to time....
you're still on my mind and in my heart
may you have a good day today

I've been contemplating all day what to say here because every time I read this I get teary eyed.

Most of what I feel has been echoed here several times over here.

You have made this world a better place and that is quite an accomplishment.My wish is that peace and love fill each and every day for you and your family.

John, I so sorry to hear what is happening to you. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts. It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife back in Georgia about 2 yrs ago.

It was more than 2 years ago!

SSG, what a great picture, thanks for sharing.

John, I hope you have a good day today as well.

Hugs,

Cynde

John,

My heart aches for you. I hope you are able to enjoy the time with your family, sharing experiences and memories.

You are in my prayers. I wish you and your family peace.

Hugs,
-Lisa


I hope the song below helps you and your family through this very difficult time.


When I get where I'm going, on the far side of the sky
The first thing that I'm gonna do is spread my wings and fly.

I'm gonna land beside a lion, and run my fingers through his mane.
Or I might find out what it's like to ride a drop of rain.

Yeah when I get where I'm going, there'll be only happy tears.
I will shed the sins and struggles I have carried all these years.
And I'll leave my heart wide open, I will love and have no fear.
Yeah when I get where I'm going don't cry for me down here.

I'm gonna walk with my grand daddy, and he'll match me step for step.
And I'll tell him how I missed him every minute since he left.
Then I'll hug his neck.

Yeah when I get where I'm going, there'll be only happy tears.
I will shed the sins and struggles I have carried all these years.
And I'll leave my heart wide open, I will love and have no fear.
Yeah when I get where I'm going don't cry for me down here.

So much pain and so much darkness in this world we stumble through
All these questions I can't answer, so much work to do.

But when I get where I'm going, and I see my maker's face
I'll stand forever in the light of his amazing grace.

Yeah when I get where I'm going, there'll be only happy tears
I will love and have no fear, when I get where I'm going
Yeah when I get where I'm going
_{(copyright: Brad Paisley)}

Nice.




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