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Dish

Occasionally I get PM's asking about my son Bradley and how he's doing, and today marks 9 years since his stem cell transplant (from his twin sister).

He's doing amazingly well, he's now 13 (soon to be 14), nearly 5'10" (taller than both my wife & I), a great athlete and a 4.0 student. He also now has his first ever girlfriend (which is a parenting stage I was not ready for).

Doug Kyed (Patriots beat reporter) just recently lost his 3 year old daughter to the same type of leukemia that Bradley had (AML). It's not something we take for granted (Bradley's survival) and we know we have to work to be voices of support for families like the Kyed's.

I know I'm occasionally an a hole on here, but the support of the guys/gals on here over the last nine years has been and always will be forever grateful on this end. A sincere thank you, this day isn't a celebratory day with out all the support from the MU family.

Go MU, let's get a W this afternoon and have another reason to celebrate today.

SoCalEagle

Thanks for the update, Dish. I often think about you and your family and hope things are going well for you guys.  Great to hear the good news.  9 years, wow it seems like the blink of an eye.  Continued good wishes to you and the fam!!!

wadesworld

The best news we could hear today.

Jockey

Good news

And you are certainly one of the lesser a holes here.  ;)

MUfan12

Quote from: DegenerateDish on February 17, 2024, 12:07:35 PM
Occasionally I get PM's asking about my son Bradley and how he's doing, and today marks 9 years since his stem cell transplant (from his twin sister).

He's doing amazingly well, he's now 13 (soon to be 14), nearly 5'10" (taller than both my wife & I), a great athlete and a 4.0 student. He also now has his first ever girlfriend (which is a parenting stage I was not ready for).

Made my day, this.

real chili 83

Awesome....as it should be.

tower912

Continued blessings to you and your family.
Luke 6:45   ...A good man produces goodness from the good in his heart; an evil man produces evil out of his store of evil.   Each man speaks from his heart's abundance...

It is better to be fearless and cheerful than cheerless and fearful.

The Sultan

"I am one of those who think the best friend of a nation is he who most faithfully rebukes her for her sins—and he her worst enemy, who, under the specious and popular garb of patriotism, seeks to excuse, palliate, and defend them" - Frederick Douglass

Uncle Rico

Awesome news, double d
Guster is for Lovers

Pakuni

Quote from: DegenerateDish on February 17, 2024, 12:07:35 PM
I know I'm occasionally an a hole on here, but the support of the guys/gals on here over the last nine years has been and always will be forever grateful

Just occasionally?
Kidding.
Fantastic news about your boy. Thanks for sharing.

Dish


Dish

Quote from: Pakuni on February 17, 2024, 02:54:20 PM
Just occasionally?
Kidding.
Fantastic news about your boy. Thanks for sharing.

You're not wrong, 😁.

dgies9156

Brother Dish:

Kudos to your son and to your family for having the strength to get through your son's illness. Our prayers are that he remains healthy, grows tall and strong (he's already a foot taller than Newsdreams) and enjoys a fruitful life.

My youngest brother (MU-92) was diagnosed with sarcoma shortly after he was graduated from Marquette. He had a year of hell going through surgery and then Chemo but I'm proud of him because he's adapted and has been cancer free for 30 years,

All the best to you and your family!  :)

Dr. Blackheart

Thanks for the great health update!   

MU82

Love hearing that news, Dish. Continued health and happiness to Bradley and your entire family.
"It's not how white men fight." - Tucker Carlson

"Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism." - George Washington

"In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act." - George Orwell

Goose

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Dish

Your son's health and your family happiness is far more important than a basketball game. Thanks for sharing the news. That actually made my day.

real chili 83

Quote from: dgies9156 on February 17, 2024, 04:48:00 PM
Brother Dish:

Kudos to your son and to your family for having the strength to get through your son's illness. Our prayers are that he remains healthy, grows tall and strong (he's already a foot taller than Newsdreams) and enjoys a fruitful life.

My youngest brother (MU-92) was diagnosed with sarcoma shortly after he was graduated from Marquette. He had a year of hell going through surgery and then Chemo but I'm proud of him because he's adapted and has been cancer free for 30 years,

All the best to you and your family!  :)

Everyone, including Tatoo, is a foot taller.

Lennys Tap

Dish
Continued good health to Bradley and the rest of your family. So glad he's winning the game that truly matters!

Bo Ryan's Massage Therapist

Such great news.  Thanks for sharing!
"If a player leaves Marquette and doesn't have some of my blood in him, then I don't think I've done a good job."  Al McGuire

MuggsyB

Excellent news DD.  I had no idea but am very glad your son is thriving.  I hope for continued good health and happiness. 

Sir Lawrence

Cannot believe it's been that long.  So very happy for you and your family. 
Ludum habemus.

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