Tony Baker's brother

[lynx42]

Tony,

Jill and I are both very to hear about your brother. There are unfortunately very few families who are not touched by the big C. My mother developed a G4 and so did Jill's late husband. We therefore know what you and your family are going through.

May I give you a small bit of advice. Do not stop your restoration. Get out there and BASH something hard and then get back into something intricate and it will take your mind off things for a while.

Our thoughts are with you, your mother and your other family and we wish for a nice end to this terrible thing.

Regards Rick and Jill.

[David Dunlop]

Hi Tony.

My best thoughts to you and your family and I hope things go as smoothly as possible for all of you.

For what it is worth, I respectfully encourage you not to close the door completely on the restoration project. Leave it ajar slightly so you don't lose sight of it. There will come a time where you won't want to get involved with the major tasks, because they will be overwhelming and seem insignificant to what else is going on, but as I am sure you know, there are always a lot of short simple things to do, even if it is just reorganizing parts or sweeping the floor, that will be a great help to you in getting your mind refocused and refreshed. You will need a break at some point and your restoration will be waiting for you when you do.

Cheers,


David

[Little Jo]

Hi Tony

It seems a day does not go by anymore when we are not confronted with sadness. I know there is nothing anyone can say that will reverse what is happening. I know that we are all thinking of you and your family. Please take strength from the knowledge that you have a lot of friends who will help you get through. I concur with David, leave the door ajar, please stay in touch with your MLU family.

Stay Strong.

Tony

[Jacques Reed]

Just got back from helping my daughter over last few days with the final stages of winding up their horse float business so I only just read your post.

We are so sorry to hear about your brother's condition and prognosis.

Sue and I extend our kindest thoughts to you and all your family in this most trying time for everyone.

We know too well how something like that can knock you for a six and everything fades into insignificance. Eventually though, you will bounce back and you will know when it is the right time to resume your interests. Till then, take care, and all of us in the military vehicle fraternity have you in our thoughts.

Kindest regards,

Jacques and Sue

[Shane]

Gday Tony, so sorry to hear the bad news mate but keep in mind sometimes its very helpful for the mind and soul to be able to dive deep into a project to allow you some down time and peace. Bless you mate and your family.

[Tony Wheeler]

G'day Tony, just wanted to say I'm very sorry to hear this sad news. Sounds like you're quite close to your brother so I expect it will knock you around for a while, and I imagine your Mother will be needing plenty of support in the time ahead as well.

It's only natural that we lose all interest in hobbies under these circumstances, and I'm sure we can all relate to that. You'll be missed on MLU but we'll all be here when you're ready to resume, and only you will know when the time is right. The only advice I can give is not to place any demands or expectations on yourself.

Anyway thanks for letting us know Tony and I join with others in wishing you strength in difficult times ahead.

Cheers,
Tony