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Feeling A Bit Better....getting Back To The Forums

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Ed Caffrey
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Hi Gang!

Been absent for a while dealing with my health issues. I've been diagnosed with Lupus, which has attached my lungs, causing interstitial lung disease. And a dose of Fibro on top of it!

This has been ongoing from more then a decade, and after being referred to Doctors at the University of Washington/Seattle, I finally got the diagnosis, and slowly working on treating me. After more then a year out of the shop, I'm just now getting back into it on a limited basis.

I'm also gona be back on the forums more. Looking forward to getting back to more normal!! <img src=' http://www.americanbladesmith.com/ipboard/public/style_emoticons//smile.gi f' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' />

Ed Caffrey, ABS MS
"The Montana Bladesmith"
www.CaffreyKnives.net

 
Posted : 26/11/2019 8:35 am
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Glad to hear you're getting back into things! Wishing you the best, you're in our prayers!

 
Posted : 26/11/2019 9:55 am
Evan Cihak
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Estimable Member Apprentice Bladesmith
 

Glad you're feeling better Ed. Lupus is no joke. Praying for your recovery.

Evan L. Cihak

 
Posted : 26/11/2019 11:35 am
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So glade you are feeling better Ed, welcome back.

 
Posted : 26/11/2019 2:17 pm
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Eminent Member Apprentice Bladesmith (5yr)
 

Welcome back glad to hear you are doing better.

 
Posted : 26/11/2019 6:16 pm
Lin Rhea
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Knowing the cause is a place to start. I'm so glad to hear you're getting a handle on it. We certainly look forward to you being back. Our best wishes as always Ed.

Lin Rhea, ABS Mastersmith

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www.rheaknives.com

 
Posted : 27/11/2019 8:09 am
BrionTomberlin
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Glad to hear you have a diagnosis and a plan Ed. It is great to have you back. Diane and I are keeping up the good thoughts.

Brion

Brion Tomberlin

Anvil Top Custom Knives

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Posted : 27/11/2019 8:21 pm
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We're all glad to have you back. All my best!

 
Posted : 28/11/2019 12:07 pm
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Glad you are getting back into the swing of things. Prayers for continued recovery. We've missed you!

 
Posted : 01/12/2019 12:37 pm
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Glad your getting better and back at it Ed!!

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Posted : 04/12/2019 2:04 pm
Karl B. Andersen
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I've missed you, Ed.

Karl B. Andersen

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Posted : 05/12/2019 7:32 am
Ed Caffrey
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Thanks gang! I've missed all you fine folks too! It's really difficult for me, learning to totally change how I live my life. I really can't plan anything now, as I never know if I'm gona be able to get outta bed in the mornings, or be balled up on the couch.

I have to work a little, then rest a lot. I did do a bit of forging...and thank goodness for the air hammer and the press!! Otherwise I'd never get anything done.

I'm already pondering whether or not I'll be able to do the Blade Show..... I'd sure like to, but just don't know if the body will let me. Thanks again to everyone for your prayers and well wishes!! I'm gona keep chugging along as best I can....for just as long as I can! <img src=' http://www.americanbladesmith.com/ipboard/public/style_emoticons//smile.gi f' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' />

Ed Caffrey, ABS MS
"The Montana Bladesmith"
www.CaffreyKnives.net

 
Posted : 05/12/2019 8:59 am
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