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Oscar · 21 March 2009, 05:07 AM

Dear All,

All of you fine TRF members are a good back-up second family to me. I have missed you all

I went backwards there for a while and I am now recovering and back on that same path that I was treading before. I had some major medication issues, but things seem to be better now. I was not myself for a while there and it was hard to deal with.

Just wanted to say I missed you all.

Michael

B Square · 21 March 2009, 05:11 AM

Michael, it's so good to have you back

and to know things are getting better. We missed you too my friend.
Boyd

Terry Newton · 21 March 2009, 05:11 AM

Nice to have you back Oscar. No need to apologize. I am a recovered alcoholic with close to thirty years of sobriety. I have definitely had my fair share of demons in my life. I wish you nothing but the best with no judgments or stigma placed upon you for being human.

Hang in there.

Terry Newton

Dan Pierce · 21 March 2009, 05:19 AM

Great to have you back, Michael!

We all have "issues" of one form or another.

No apologies necessary, brother.

dP

oneillba · 21 March 2009, 05:28 AM

Good to see you back and posting again... Friend!

Taffi Abernathy · 21 March 2009, 05:28 AM

Michael,

I hope you know that seeing your own issues, dealing effectively with them and admitting mistakes are actually indicators of your own internal strength and integrity. Dan is right - no apologies needed here. Being human means we are susceptible to life's vagaries. Continuing success with your recovery and thanks for sharing. Faith

jdc · 21 March 2009, 05:35 AM

nice to hear from you Michael, keep up the good work, as Dan said no apologies needed

Carolina · 21 March 2009, 05:41 AM

Oscar, Dan is right. We all have some issue or another, and it's wonderful to know that you are back on the right path!!

away36 · 21 March 2009, 05:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oscar

Dear All,

All of you fine TRF members are a good back-up second family to me. I have missed you all

I went backwards there for a while and I am now recovering and back on that same path that I was treading before. I had some major medication issues, but things seem to be better now. I was not myself for a while there and it was hard to deal with.

Just wanted to say I missed you all.

Michael

How wonderful to hear from you. You have no idea how much you've been missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers, and I'm sure you know we are all here for you. [HUG]

Alcan · 21 March 2009, 05:44 AM

Hi Michael, its great to see you back again.

GerardoG · 21 March 2009, 05:46 AM

Welcome back!

Oscar · 21 March 2009, 06:04 AM

Thanks everyone for all the kind words. I am still off work and all bills are being met by my Work Cover Insurer which is good. Fingers crossed, I am hoping my two witch doctors look at getting me back to work on a 'return to work plan' perhaps late April or May. I have been off work since mid Oct later year.

I have not been sitting around idle and dwelling on things. I have been undertaking some great out-patient day programs at the private hospital that I was admitted to last year.

I am just about to complete one 12 week program that covers a multitude of therapies that help people like me. I am still presently attending a 'mindfulness' program which is really great.

Very soon I'll be starting on another course addressing CBT and this course lasts for 20 weeks.

Some days it has been a struggle to get out of bed and attend these one day courses, but it is far better that I am at the course while I am having an off day.

Things are great at home between Gill and I. Gill now has a better understanding of what I am going through and knows when to help me and when I am okay. Gill has been my rock too.

I do owe some very personal and humble apologies to certain TRF members for dropping off the face of the earth there for a while. I just wanted to be alone. It's difficult to explain, but having you guys/gals as a back-up is wonderful.

Many Thanks,
Michael

Jimbits76 · 21 March 2009, 06:13 AM

Michael.

You have nothing to apologise for...not one bit of guilt old pal so don't beat yourself up...you've been through personal Hell and come out the other side and I'm sure many here respect and commend you for it.

You are one of the forum's brightest stars!!!!!

Keep safe and keep Gill smiling!!!!!!

Your Buddy

Jim

Brunotheboxer · 21 March 2009, 06:27 AM

I don't know you but I hope everything works out for the best..

swatty · 21 March 2009, 07:41 AM

Good to have you back Michael , keep you chin up mate

DSJ · 21 March 2009, 07:44 AM

Hiya Oscar, great to see you again!~

Lisa · 21 March 2009, 07:48 AM

The cool thing about TRF is that you can come and go whenever it feels right. It's always good to hear from you and get your updates, Michael.

vapalux · 21 March 2009, 08:01 AM

Hi Michael.

Good to see you again. As Dan says we all have our issues and there are no apologies needed

Take care

Si

vapalux · 21 March 2009, 08:03 AM

Double post

Welshwatchman · 21 March 2009, 08:28 AM

It's great to have you back, Michael.

JF23 · 21 March 2009, 10:03 AM

Thanks for the update Michael, I was just thinking about you the other day.

2careless · 21 March 2009, 10:15 AM

Michael, good to see you back! Hang in there.

East Bay Rider · 21 March 2009, 10:16 AM

I'm really glad you're checking in to keep us informed. It's also good that you recognize that your friends here are always ready to welcome you back. Take care of yourself first and thank the stars for your excellent wife. You're blessed.
As always, great having you here.

Lion · 21 March 2009, 10:54 AM

Michael, we haven't met but taking care of health issues should always be priority one. You must always look out for yourself or you are no good to anyone including your loved ones!!!
Stay positive and issues always have a way of working themselves out!!!

Gedanken · 21 March 2009, 12:30 PM

Michael, the only thing that matters is that you're still trucking along. Hang in there - we'll be here whenever you're ready to pop in.

Ashley · 21 March 2009, 12:48 PM

Stay strong, Michael, you know we're all here rooting for you!

I'm very glad to hear that you are doing better!

Gedanken · 21 March 2009, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ashley

we're all here rooting for you!

*Ahem* Some linguistic idiosyncrasies need to be obseved here, Ashley. The meaning of the word "rooting" in Australian patois could cause some awkward moments.

JJ Irani · 21 March 2009, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

*Ahem* Some linguistic idiosyncrasies need to be obseved here, Ashley. The meaning of the word "rooting" in Australian patois could cause some awkward moments.

Great to have you back and posting, Michael.

More importantly, glad to see you've made such an amazing recovery from your traumatic nightmare.

God bless - JJ

JPersat · 21 March 2009, 01:10 PM

Welcome back!!!!

Ashley · 21 March 2009, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

*Ahem* Some linguistic idiosyncrasies need to be obseved here, Ashley. The meaning of the word "rooting" in Australian patois could cause some awkward moments.

Well then, an edit is in order!
Michael, we are all cheering for you, are in your corner, support you, are behind you, have your back, et cetera et cetera!

Is that better, James??

21 March 2009, 05:07 AM	#1
Oscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Michael Location: Melb, Australia Watch: SS GMTIIC Posts: 1,350	Apologies to All Dear All, All of you fine TRF members are a good back-up second family to me. I have missed you all I went backwards there for a while and I am now recovering and back on that same path that I was treading before. I had some major medication issues, but things seem to be better now. I was not myself for a while there and it was hard to deal with. Just wanted to say I missed you all. Michael

21 March 2009, 05:11 AM	#2
B Square "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Boyd Location: NC Posts: 1,815	Michael, it's so good to have you back and to know things are getting better. We missed you too my friend. Boyd __________________ 16610M 16710Z Pepsi 16570V White

21 March 2009, 05:11 AM	#3
Terry Newton "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Terry Newton Location: Michigan Watch: Rolex TT GMT II c Posts: 6,644	Nice to have you back Oscar. No need to apologize. I am a recovered alcoholic with close to thirty years of sobriety. I have definitely had my fair share of demons in my life. I wish you nothing but the best with no judgments or stigma placed upon you for being human. Hang in there. Terry Newton __________________ Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth "Z" SS Date Submariner "Z" TT GMT-Master IIc

21 March 2009, 05:19 AM	#4
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	Great to have you back, Michael! We all have "issues" of one form or another. No apologies necessary, brother. 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

21 March 2009, 05:28 AM	#5
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Good to see you back and posting again... Friend! __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

21 March 2009, 05:28 AM	#6
Taffi Abernathy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Faith Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: TT DJ, SS DJ Posts: 4,053	Michael, I hope you know that seeing your own issues, dealing effectively with them and admitting mistakes are actually indicators of your own internal strength and integrity. Dan is right - no apologies needed here. Being human means we are susceptible to life's vagaries. Continuing success with your recovery and thanks for sharing. Faith

21 March 2009, 05:35 AM	#7
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	nice to hear from you Michael, keep up the good work, as Dan said no apologies needed

21 March 2009, 05:41 AM	#8
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	Oscar, Dan is right. We all have some issue or another, and it's wonderful to know that you are back on the right path!! __________________ . .Member #5380 .

21 March 2009, 05:44 AM	#10
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Hi Michael, its great to see you back again. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

21 March 2009, 05:46 AM	#11
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Welcome back!

21 March 2009, 06:04 AM	#12
Oscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Michael Location: Melb, Australia Watch: SS GMTIIC Posts: 1,350	Thanks everyone for all the kind words. I am still off work and all bills are being met by my Work Cover Insurer which is good. Fingers crossed, I am hoping my two witch doctors look at getting me back to work on a 'return to work plan' perhaps late April or May. I have been off work since mid Oct later year. I have not been sitting around idle and dwelling on things. I have been undertaking some great out-patient day programs at the private hospital that I was admitted to last year. I am just about to complete one 12 week program that covers a multitude of therapies that help people like me. I am still presently attending a 'mindfulness' program which is really great. Very soon I'll be starting on another course addressing CBT and this course lasts for 20 weeks. Some days it has been a struggle to get out of bed and attend these one day courses, but it is far better that I am at the course while I am having an off day. Things are great at home between Gill and I. Gill now has a better understanding of what I am going through and knows when to help me and when I am okay. Gill has been my rock too. I do owe some very personal and humble apologies to certain TRF members for dropping off the face of the earth there for a while. I just wanted to be alone. It's difficult to explain, but having you guys/gals as a back-up is wonderful. Many Thanks, Michael

21 March 2009, 06:13 AM	#13
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	Michael. You have nothing to apologise for...not one bit of guilt old pal so don't beat yourself up...you've been through personal Hell and come out the other side and I'm sure many here respect and commend you for it. You are one of the forum's brightest stars!!!!! Keep safe and keep Gill smiling!!!!!! Your Buddy Jim

21 March 2009, 06:27 AM	#14
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	I don't know you but I hope everything works out for the best..

21 March 2009, 07:41 AM	#15
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	Good to have you back Michael , keep you chin up mate

21 March 2009, 07:44 AM	#16
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	Hiya Oscar, great to see you again!~ __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

21 March 2009, 07:48 AM	#17
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	The cool thing about TRF is that you can come and go whenever it feels right. It's always good to hear from you and get your updates, Michael.

21 March 2009, 08:01 AM	#18
vapalux "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Si Location: united kingdom Posts: 1,655	Hi Michael. Good to see you again. As Dan says we all have our issues and there are no apologies needed Take care Si __________________

21 March 2009, 08:03 AM	#19
vapalux "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Si Location: united kingdom Posts: 1,655	Double post __________________

21 March 2009, 08:28 AM	#20
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	It's great to have you back, Michael. __________________ ..33

21 March 2009, 10:03 AM	#21
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,899	Thanks for the update Michael, I was just thinking about you the other day.

21 March 2009, 10:15 AM	#22
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Michael, good to see you back! Hang in there.

21 March 2009, 10:16 AM	#23
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	I'm really glad you're checking in to keep us informed. It's also good that you recognize that your friends here are always ready to welcome you back. Take care of yourself first and thank the stars for your excellent wife. You're blessed. As always, great having you here. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

21 March 2009, 10:54 AM	#24
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Michael, we haven't met but taking care of health issues should always be priority one. You must always look out for yourself or you are no good to anyone including your loved ones!!! Stay positive and issues always have a way of working themselves out!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

21 March 2009, 12:30 PM	#25
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Michael, the only thing that matters is that you're still trucking along. Hang in there - we'll be here whenever you're ready to pop in. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

21 March 2009, 12:48 PM	#26
Ashley "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ashley Location: Calgary Posts: 6,967	Stay strong, Michael, you know we're all here rooting for you! I'm very glad to hear that you are doing better!

21 March 2009, 01:10 PM	#29
JPersat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jarrett Location: San Antonio TX Watch: ing everybody Posts: 1,515	Welcome back!!!!

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