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Spinal Surgery

...play it again, Sam.

On Saturday, Maggie turned 40 and Ayla turned 9. On Wednesday, Elyse makes a gingerbread house at school and on Thursday, Ayla does. Friday is crazy hair day!

And also on Friday, Dan will have spinal surgery to de-bulk the tumor that has grown in his lower vertebrae. 

Can you guess who's not feeling the spirit of the season?

Debilitating pain aside

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I have no witty follow up to that. Dan's been in pain for several months, and being Dan, is working through it. Hopefully the surgery will help, but like all the others, it's not an answer to his cancer. 

Dan will be in hospital for a few days before returning home, where he's expected to have a 12 to 16 week recuperation. Reach out and say hello, send your thoughts and love, and I do believe someone mentioned puppies? The girls want a kitty. I'm partial to gold fish.

Thanks for all your support, friends and family, especially my mom Terri who is here as emotional and kid support and as primo tree decorate - have a wonderful holiday season, and we'll update you next week.




Comments

  1. Anonymous13 December 2022 at 17:34

    Dan!!!! Chin up and let’s beat this fuckin thing so we can meet in person!!! All kidding aside you have a tremendous family backing you. I am just one more voice sending support your way and calling for a speedy recovery! B

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  2. Shelly Baxter13 December 2022 at 22:49

    Sending big hugs and strength your way. Hope you get home to your beautiful family for the holidays. Lots of love Shelly

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  3. Anonymous14 December 2022 at 13:49

    Awe thinking of you Dan and guys if u need anything at all I’m just up the road please please reach out I would love to help in any way I can. 😢

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  4. Anonymous14 December 2022 at 15:11

    Wishing you a successful surgery and a speedy recovery! Also sending you peace and happiness this holiday season. Sending love and prayers to you and your family! Merry Christmas Dumo's!

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  5. Anonymous14 December 2022 at 15:20

    Dan - You and your family are in my prayers. xo

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  6. Anonymous14 December 2022 at 21:59

    Thinking and praying for you and your whole family. Kick this things ass Dumo!!! Wynne and I are rooting for ya!!!!

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  7. Anonymous16 December 2022 at 15:05

    Dan! Thinking of you and your family. Stay Strong! You got this. Much love, Merry Christmas to all of you. Lori Carson

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