We missed a BIG birthday!

We missed a big birthday on June 17, that of our friend Joe. I don't know how many of you know, but Joe started this web site at the request of his wife Christine when she was first undergoing cancer treatments and couldn't find information. Web site development is NOT Joe's profession; in fact, he works a full-time job in addition to being our full-time advocate and friend. He gets little sleep and has time for few other activities. When was the last time you went to the beach, Joe? (It's only about 1 1/2 miles from his house!)

Here's wishing you a wonderful new year, Joe! Take time to relax. We love you.

Love and light,

Lisa

I couldn't let this post go unanswered. The effort that Christine and I have put into this website has been rewarded manyfold by the friends that we have made through this website.

We love it when everyone shares their good news with us, but also are concerned when there are setbacks. We both consider each and every one on this site as family and there is an open invitation to anyone who visits the San Diego area to call us so that we can get together.

Also the work that we do on behalf of the group offline has been extremely rewarding. We have met the giants of medical research such as Drs. Slamon, Pegram, Winer, Nora Dysis, Edith Perez, Debu Tipathy, among others. We have also sat down and talked with patient advocates Dr. Susan Love and Musa Myer.

Lisa, I do have another life. We went to the San Diego County Fair yesterday. Valley View Casino a few weeks ago on our anniversary, (highly recommended - excellent buffet). I spent almost the entire Fathers Day weekend with my wife and both daughters.

The beach? The water temp is about 65 degrees, but the sunset at Dini's is still gorgeous.

Like they say, when my time comes, I'll slide into home plate screaming. "What A Ride"

Warmest regards to all.
Joe

Happy Birthday Joe,thanks for all that you and Christine do to make this a great website. I have learned so much since finding out about this group.I wish you both the best. Leslie from cape cod Ma.

[StephN]

Well, Joe -
It took some prodding but you did admit to slipping away from the computer from time to time! Glad to hear it, as we don't want you to burn out before a cure is found!

Belated BONNE ANNIVERSAIRE! (That's Happy Birthday in French.)

Joe-

Thank you for being so insightful and helpful. This website is extremely helpful. The information you provide us with is awesome.
Happy Birthday to you.

warmly,
mts

Happy Belated Birthday - In our house we try to make birthday celebrations last at least a week... Hope you are having a great one!

All the best,
Tami

[michele u]

Happy Birthday Joe!! Thanks for all you do for all of us.

Joe,

Happy Birthday and many, many thanks!!!

Eric

[Lolly]

Joe, you are our hero! I hope you had a great birthday, it sounds like you were properly feted! You have made a real difference in all our lives :)

<3,
Lolly

Joe, I can't thank you enough for this web site. There are so many things I would never have known about and never even known I should ask. Thanks again and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Bonnie

Dear Joe
Have just read the posts after being away for a while and sorry to miss saying Happy Birthday in time.
Thankyou for your support , you always take the time to follow up our concerns and provide us with hopeful information.
Happy Birthday
love
lindaw(AUstralia)

Happy happy Birthday!!!

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[Rozebud]

Happy belated birthday Joe. Thanks for everything you do.

WOW, how could I have missed this post!!
Happy Birthday Joe!

I don't have the whole birthday thing as a problems as:
1. I am not getting older,
2. My parent said I was dropped out of the sky by a stork and,
3. Everyone else thinks I was hatched.

Isn't it nice to be 35 again?

All the best,
Al and Linda