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JJ Irani · 8 February 2009, 04:39 PM

Hi guys,

If you haven't seen me on too often it's 'cause I'm really not in the mood.

Grandson Ronan is still in bad shape, very bad shape.

He's been having a serious "bloody" bout of the runs and we just can't stop it. Doctors say that with his Ulcerative Colitis, this can be expected in spurts, but the serious problem is his massive weight loss - over 13 pounds in the last few months.

He also gets very tired and is unable to keep up with any of the games at school with the rest of the team.

This is serious, guys......very serious. When and how will this nightmare end?

And, trust me, you don't even want to know the mental disposition of my poor daughter, Jasmine (Ronan's mother, of course)!!

JJ

Bisquitlips · 8 February 2009, 04:45 PM

JJ,

I can't imagine! Please accept our very best wishes and prayers for Ronan and your wonderful family. Especially for Jasmine and of course Ronan!!!!!!

I truly wish there were something more we could do! You can believe we will pray!! And what better thing is there than that!

Richard

jas55 · 8 February 2009, 04:50 PM

This is terrible news JJ

GBJIV · 8 February 2009, 05:02 PM

JJ, I am very sad to hear that. Life has its curve balls. Ronan is in my families prayers and thoughts.

Be positive my friend. Sorry you and your family are going through this.

Chris B · 8 February 2009, 05:15 PM

Our thoughts & prayers are with you JJ

swatty · 8 February 2009, 05:45 PM

This is not good news JJ, I'm sure all of us at TRF will be wishing him the best and praying for him to return to good health.

MYK · 8 February 2009, 05:52 PM

Wish your grandson and family all the best and hope he gets better soon.

gg922 · 8 February 2009, 06:01 PM

Our prayers are with you. I wish that know one has to deal with that with any child.

Trurolexer · 8 February 2009, 07:02 PM

Deeply sorry to hear that situation, Sir.
Ronan always be in my pray, always.

baldyspoon · 8 February 2009, 08:06 PM

I know what you are going through my father suffered from this, to see what it does to a grown man is one thing but to a child I would hate to imagine. Hang in there my friend you are a great grandfather and with your and all his familys support I am sur he'll pull through, mine amd my familys prayers are with you.

Starwalker · 8 February 2009, 08:21 PM

Aww......my prayers are with you...and wish Ronan the best of health and a speedy recovery, all will be well.

JimSnyder · 8 February 2009, 09:36 PM

JJ I hope the best for Ronan. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and your family. Take care friend

2careless · 8 February 2009, 09:44 PM

Best wishes to Ronan and your family JJ. Hope there will be good news soon

rayt · 8 February 2009, 10:16 PM

be strong for you daughter and your grandchild.

sini1717 · 8 February 2009, 10:30 PM

Oh JJ thats not good news. He looked so good in your holiday photos.
I hope things turn round for him and your family we are thinking of you.

Omega_Precision · 8 February 2009, 10:31 PM

I hope the little fella will get better and soon.

swissautopro · 8 February 2009, 10:33 PM

Very sorry to hear it, JJ. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and particularly with Ronan.

Mike

Jimbits76 · 8 February 2009, 11:05 PM

The Lewis family is thinking of you all my good friend!!!!

I am sure things will soon settle and Ronan will be back gaining a little weight!!!!!

J

mailman · 8 February 2009, 11:09 PM

I hope that things take a turn for the better for the little guy JJ
Kelly and I will keep Ronan and all of your family in our prayers

frostie · 8 February 2009, 11:13 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you JJ

Life is so unfair sometimes

I can completely understand your sadness because yesterday one of my close relatives was diagnosed with lung cancer

Let's both of us hope for the best

Dan Pierce · 8 February 2009, 11:26 PM

Tough to watch loved ones suffer. Hoping for a quick recovery for Ronan and all the best to your family.

dP

bwalkerVintage · 8 February 2009, 11:31 PM

Yes JJ - really hoping for a fast recovery! If you haven't already taken him for one, perhaps get a second opinion from another specialist. Some doctors have different approaches that might work better for some individuals.

305GMTIIc · 8 February 2009, 11:55 PM

JJ
My sister had UC. She suffered through the worst years of self-confidence etc. Late teens, college etc. She used medications etc hoping it would improve. Sadly she waited too late to have the surgery she wished she had had years before. She had the Doctors create a J-pouch which functions like a colon and her problem was SOLVED!!!!!
years of suffering all over.
shes in great health now.

Mosco · 8 February 2009, 11:59 PM

JJ - I know we haven't communicated much, but I want to wish your grandkid speedy recovery - it always sucks when kids suffer. Luckily, their immune system is like no other, so think positively, I am sure your family needs it right now. Be strong!

jdc · 9 February 2009, 12:35 AM

my thoughts and prayers are with Ronan, you and your family JJ

bodybump · 9 February 2009, 12:44 AM

Oh JJ....i thought he is well already..saw the pics and seems so happy and energetic..all those vacation pics you showed us....I still wish him well....Prayers from me and my wife to Ronan...

buz-lh · 9 February 2009, 12:57 AM

Ronan is in my prayers JJ. Stay strong for the little guy.

KJacques · 9 February 2009, 01:04 AM

My little nephew struggles with a terrible mitochondrial disease and I understand how heartbreaking it is to see these little ones suffer at all. It is a very helpless feeling so I send my prayers also to Ronan and your family. Your daughter is fortunate to have a loving, close family.

Lisa · 9 February 2009, 01:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 305GMTIIc

JJ
My sister had UC. She suffered through the worst years of self-confidence etc. Late teens, college etc. She used medications etc hoping it would improve. Sadly she waited too late to have the surgery she wished she had had years before. She had the Doctors create a J-pouch which functions like a colon and her problem was SOLVED!!!!!
years of suffering all over.
shes in great health now.

JJ, I am so sorry to hear that Ronan's not improving yet. I can't imagine the toll this has taken on all of you. I had the same thought as 305GMTII - has surgery been considered? I had a wonderful co-worker who finally opted for the surgery in her thirties and she said it was SO worth it and also wished she had done it sooner. She was diagnosed in her teens and had a miserable quality of life until the surgery.

Gedanken · 9 February 2009, 01:16 AM

That's awful news, JJ - like the other guys I'd thought things were all better from the recent photos.

My thoughts are with you and your family - perhaps it's time to start considering surgical approaches as the guys have suggested.

8 February 2009, 04:39 PM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Guys.....poor Ronan is still in bad shape!! Hi guys, If you haven't seen me on too often it's 'cause I'm really not in the mood. Grandson Ronan is still in bad shape, very bad shape. He's been having a serious "bloody" bout of the runs and we just can't stop it. Doctors say that with his Ulcerative Colitis, this can be expected in spurts, but the serious problem is his massive weight loss - over 13 pounds in the last few months. He also gets very tired and is unable to keep up with any of the games at school with the rest of the team. This is serious, guys......very serious. When and how will this nightmare end? And, trust me, you don't even want to know the mental disposition of my poor daughter, Jasmine (Ronan's mother, of course)!! JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

8 February 2009, 04:45 PM	#2
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	JJ, I can't imagine! Please accept our very best wishes and prayers for Ronan and your wonderful family. Especially for Jasmine and of course Ronan!!!!!! I truly wish there were something more we could do! You can believe we will pray!! And what better thing is there than that! Richard __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

8 February 2009, 04:50 PM	#3
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8 February 2009, 05:02 PM	#4
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	JJ, I am very sad to hear that. Life has its curve balls. Ronan is in my families prayers and thoughts. Be positive my friend. Sorry you and your family are going through this. __________________ Jackson

8 February 2009, 08:21 PM	#11
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,261	Aww......my prayers are with you...and wish Ronan the best of health and a speedy recovery, all will be well. __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

8 February 2009, 05:15 PM	#5
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Our thoughts & prayers are with you JJ

8 February 2009, 05:45 PM	#6
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	This is not good news JJ, I'm sure all of us at TRF will be wishing him the best and praying for him to return to good health.

8 February 2009, 05:52 PM	#7
MYK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Kuwait Watch: @kuwaitinglist Posts: 1,622	Wish your grandson and family all the best and hope he gets better soon.

8 February 2009, 06:01 PM	#8
gg922 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: ca Watch: DAYTONA Posts: 204	Our prayers are with you. I wish that know one has to deal with that with any child.

8 February 2009, 07:02 PM	#9
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Deeply sorry to hear that situation, Sir. Ronan always be in my pray, always.

8 February 2009, 08:06 PM	#10
baldyspoon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: uk Watch: Rolex 114060 Posts: 725	I know what you are going through my father suffered from this, to see what it does to a grown man is one thing but to a child I would hate to imagine. Hang in there my friend you are a great grandfather and with your and all his familys support I am sur he'll pull through, mine amd my familys prayers are with you.

8 February 2009, 09:36 PM	#12
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,726	JJ I hope the best for Ronan. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and your family. Take care friend __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

8 February 2009, 09:44 PM	#13
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Best wishes to Ronan and your family JJ. Hope there will be good news soon

8 February 2009, 10:16 PM	#14
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	be strong for you daughter and your grandchild.

8 February 2009, 10:30 PM	#15
sini1717 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: PAUL Location: u k Watch: WHITE FACE DAYTONA Posts: 632	Oh JJ thats not good news. He looked so good in your holiday photos. I hope things turn round for him and your family we are thinking of you.

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Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	I hope the little fella will get better and soon.

8 February 2009, 10:33 PM	#17
swissautopro "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: South Carolina Watch: 3.3M 1655 Mk I Posts: 2,384	Very sorry to hear it, JJ. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and particularly with Ronan. Mike __________________ "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a bandit, and scarcity like an armed man." Proverbs 24 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than open your mouth and remove all doubt." Unknown "Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food." Proverbs 12

8 February 2009, 11:05 PM	#18
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	The Lewis family is thinking of you all my good friend!!!! I am sure things will soon settle and Ronan will be back gaining a little weight!!!!! J

8 February 2009, 11:09 PM	#19
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	I hope that things take a turn for the better for the little guy JJ Kelly and I will keep Ronan and all of your family in our prayers __________________ JJ

8 February 2009, 11:13 PM	#20
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	My thoughts and prayers are with you JJ Life is so unfair sometimes I can completely understand your sadness because yesterday one of my close relatives was diagnosed with lung cancer Let's both of us hope for the best __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

8 February 2009, 11:26 PM	#21
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	Tough to watch loved ones suffer. Hoping for a quick recovery for Ronan and all the best to your family. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

8 February 2009, 11:31 PM	#22
bwalkerVintage Banned Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Brendan Location: Cougar Country Posts: 825	Yes JJ - really hoping for a fast recovery! If you haven't already taken him for one, perhaps get a second opinion from another specialist. Some doctors have different approaches that might work better for some individuals.

8 February 2009, 11:55 PM	#23
305GMTIIc Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SFlorida Posts: 107	JJ My sister had UC. She suffered through the worst years of self-confidence etc. Late teens, college etc. She used medications etc hoping it would improve. Sadly she waited too late to have the surgery she wished she had had years before. She had the Doctors create a J-pouch which functions like a colon and her problem was SOLVED!!!!! years of suffering all over. shes in great health now.

8 February 2009, 11:59 PM	#24
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	JJ - I know we haven't communicated much, but I want to wish your grandkid speedy recovery - it always sucks when kids suffer. Luckily, their immune system is like no other, so think positively, I am sure your family needs it right now. Be strong! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

9 February 2009, 12:35 AM	#25
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	my thoughts and prayers are with Ronan, you and your family JJ

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bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Oh JJ....i thought he is well already..saw the pics and seems so happy and energetic..all those vacation pics you showed us....I still wish him well....Prayers from me and my wife to Ronan... __________________

9 February 2009, 12:57 AM	#27
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	Ronan is in my prayers JJ. Stay strong for the little guy. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

9 February 2009, 01:04 AM	#28
KJacques "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: USA Watch: the skies Posts: 1,250	My little nephew struggles with a terrible mitochondrial disease and I understand how heartbreaking it is to see these little ones suffer at all. It is a very helpless feeling so I send my prayers also to Ronan and your family. Your daughter is fortunate to have a loving, close family.

9 February 2009, 01:16 AM	#30
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	That's awful news, JJ - like the other guys I'd thought things were all better from the recent photos. My thoughts are with you and your family - perhaps it's time to start considering surgical approaches as the guys have suggested. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

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