Update on Dennis Whelan
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I received an email from Dennis' wife Esther indicating that his double by-pass surgery went well. She indicated the doctor was very pleased with the surgery, and that Dennis "was talking and joking while waiting for his liquid dinner." (Somehow I would think that his liquid dinner and what Mombo would consider a liquid dinner are totally different things. . . .) He was experiencing a fair amount of pain, but hey, he just had major surgery!
Thanks to all who have kept Dennis in their thoughts and prayers. Please continue to do so during his recovery. Esther expects him home by the weekend, and that he won't waste any time getting back online!
Dave
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 09:51 AM
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That's great news - I enjoy his posts and pictures.... Thanks for the update!
Marblehead, Mass. Lighthouse, you will always have a very special place in our hearts. ....We've made the journey as far south as New Jersey, as far north as Canada. Over 100 lighthouses visited.... and so many more to go.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 10:39 AM
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Good News! We're all pulling for you, Dennis!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 12:01 PM
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Good news indeed. Sure am hoping that Dennis' recovery continues to go well.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 04:23 PM
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Good news Dennis! That package I promised you the beginning of the summer should have already arrived so you can do a mini Long Island postcard lighthouse tour since you won't be making the regional. Get better quick, Bob
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 05:56 PM
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Good news, and here's to a speedy recovery Dennis!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 08:31 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dennis! The miracles of modern medicine will have you better than new in no time. Here's to a very speedy recovery! Lorna & Bob
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 08:46 PM
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Dennis, our thoughts and prayers go with you! You'll be back on the forums before you know it. Looking forward to hearing all the news from you when you get back, which I hope will be soon. Bert
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/05/03 09:36 PM
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Dennis, Glad to here that all went well, wishing you a speedy recovery. Ron
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/06/03 12:51 AM
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Good luck Dennis, and take it easy.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/06/03 09:16 AM
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Glad to hear Dennis' surgery went well! Feel better soon!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/06/03 09:48 AM
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Good news, Dennis! I wish you a speedy recovery. Listen to the doctors...and to Esther...and do what they say! I'm looking forward to seeing you back on-line. You've been missed. My prayers are with you. Judy
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/06/03 06:09 PM
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Thanks for the update and good news! My dad had double by-pass surgery about six weeks ago. So, I have some idea what Dennis and his wife are going through. Looking forward to hearing from Dennis when he gets home. He'll continue to be in my thoughts and prayers... Tammy
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/06/03 09:36 PM
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Glad to hear that your surgery went so well Dennis. We all miss your presence on the collector forums.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery. Take care.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/07/03 10:49 AM
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Dennis,
Hope this finds you at home in Esther's care. I'm glad that your surgery went well. I was looking forward to seeing and chatting with you both at the Regional. But I know you'll be back online in no time!
Donna
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/07/03 08:03 PM
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Here's wishing you the very best, Dennis!! Have a speedy recovery!!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/08/03 02:00 AM
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Best wishes for a speedy recovery Dennis, and may God bless!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/08/03 07:52 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dennis. God's healing powers augmenting modern medicine will have you better really soon. We're keeping you in our prayers.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/09/03 10:17 AM
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Best wishes for a speedy recovery Dennis! Hope to see you out at a lighthouse event soon.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/09/03 08:44 PM
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Thanks to all for your kind words and thoughts!
I'm not spending much time on the computer- can't sit like that long yet.
I got out of the hospital midday on Monday. They don't keep you long these days.
Things are going well- very tired and sore, but basically fine.
I'm going to be in the background fro a bit, but wanted to thank all of you fro thinking of me and Esther.
Dennis
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/09/03 08:49 PM
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Good to see you online again Dennis, take care of yourself!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/10/03 12:55 PM
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Welcome back Dennis!!! Hopefully your recovery will be a quick one! Our prayers for you willcontinue. Bert
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/10/03 01:49 PM
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Nice to hear from you, Dennis. Hope your recovery continues to go well and that you are back in top shape soon. Take it easy, but do stop in from time to time.
Dave
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/10/03 02:43 PM
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Glad to see you back online Dennis. Hope you are back to full speed soon.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/10/03 02:52 PM
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LONG ISLAND BOB
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/11/03 05:13 AM
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Good to see you on the computerr again Dennis. Will keep you in our prayers
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/14/03 01:55 PM
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Glad to hear you are doing better, Dennis!
Hope to hear more from you soon!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/15/03 12:12 AM
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Good to see you back Dennis. Hope you are doing OK. Just take it easy and dont rush as you have been through at lot. Do what the doctor tells you. Will be looking forward to seeing you at some lighthouse function soon. Hal
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/15/03 02:55 PM
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Hey Dennis, Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Don't worry, the non-lighthouse season is coming up. No need to rush to get out and see any, it's almost winter. Take care and get well soon.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/15/03 09:34 PM
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Dennis, Its great to hear that you are doing well. I hope that your recovery to 100 percent is rapid wo that you can visit more lighthouses. We'll miss you at the Regional. Judy
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/27/03 03:22 PM
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Good to see you back home Dennis. You`re in our thoughts and prayers.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 03:23 PM
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Hi Dennis. I hope you're feeling much better these days. We missed seeing you in NY.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 06:27 PM
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I'm getting closer to normal every day. The doctors are pleased with my progress. I was hoping to go to the NJ Lighthouse Society meeting yesterday (9-27) but I developed a minor infection in my leg and decided against it. (This is not an unusual occurrence- especially in diabetics). I would loved to have been in NY. I had my plans made months ago, but sometimes things come up. At least I'm still around to complain about it. Dennis
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 08:33 PM
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You were missed yesterday Dennis but we are so glad you're still around to complain about it.
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 09:24 PM
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Very happy to hear you are doing well Dennis. Temporary setbacks aside, it sounds like you'll be up and away before you know it. Great news! Bert
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 09:28 PM
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Good news, Dennis. Many of us get a second chance at life -- and try to do it better that second time around.
Here's to your second chance! Glad you're still with us and we look forward to your continued input and interest!
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 10:14 PM
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Complain away Dennis! We're so glad you're here! Judy
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/28/03 11:00 PM
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/29/03 12:45 AM
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Originally posted by wheland: I'm getting closer to normal every day. I have to ask the obvious question here, Dennis: How will anyone know when you get there?
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/29/03 01:19 AM
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Dave, You rose to the bait - just as I anticipated you would. I used that phrase knowing you couldn't resist taking that shot. Good to know some things never change. :p Thanks to the rest of you for your kind words. Dennis
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/29/03 09:19 AM
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glad to hear that you are on the mend
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Re: Update on Dennis Whelan
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09/30/03 01:16 AM
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Hey, Dennis I'm glad to see you didn't leave your wicked sense of humor in the OR! Best wishes for a continuing speedy recovery and avoidance of any further complications. Bruce
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