To All my Esteemed Opponents

[XLVIII Pz. Korp]

Gentlemen, I really appreciate your concerns with my health. I was diagnosed with liver cancer a week ago and it appears to be rather advanced. At this point, it appears that I just don't have the stamina to complete any more games. The lethargy has me staring at the computer rather than diving into the games as I normally would. And Im having trouble remembering who to send what to. As I could not ask for a better bunch of guys to hang out with on the electric battlefield I want to thank you all for a great time. Hopefully I will get stronger down the road and will let you all know as soon as that happens. Keep up the fight, Eric

Eric, though we have never met on the field I saw this post and felt obligated to share with you.  A bit less than three years ago I rec'd the same diagnosis.  I was placed on a transplant list and because of the cancer diagnosis I was eligible to be fast-tracked on that list.  17 months ago I rec'd a new liver.  My recovery was better than I could have dreamed.  4 months post surgery I was rehabbing the second floor of my house.  Bottom line, find the best surgeon in your area, and don't give up hope.  You can recover.  Best of luck  -Gary