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Men, you know that last Fall I was elected to the MS Board of Directors. I have now resigned. I hated doing that, because I love MS and want to give all that I can to it.

My health has been very poor. My doctor has told me that I will not get well, in the sense of being like a 67 yo man without all the complications I have. I have several serious and limiting illnesses not connected to my years of abuse.

I felt that I would not be able to give all the energy it takes to attend the meetings of the Board--they meet for whole days. That would be too grueling for me.
I just could not take that, or at least I feel sure I couldn't. I need naps, and I have to move around.

My feelings were that I could not be of much help to the Board, even though I really wanted the opportunity to represent you on the Board.

I just need to be realistic. I can work as a Moderator here.
I offer MS some other help. But I feel that I would be useless on the board for the most part.

If this disappoints any of you, just know that I am not shy and I know many of the Board members well, especially Fred and Ken. Just like you, if I feel the need to offer a suggestion or an opinion I will do so. The Board knows that they are free to ask anything of me--except to attend their marathon meetings!!!!!

Members of the Board have contacted me to express their disappointment that I felt the need to resign. There is nothing more to my resignation beyond feeling that I would not be useful at the meetings. I love MS and am very committed to it.

Peace!

Bob Wheelcok
 
Bob-
Thank you so much for all of the energy and dedication you have offered MS - In the short time I have been here you have helped me a great deal - You have supported me a great deal and I am consoled by the idea that you will still be a moderator (selfishly so.) But please take care of your health -
that comes first as you know -

Sorry you are not in the best of health - but I am glad you are well and willing enough to be here - If you need support let me and all of us know -

Mark
 
Sorry to hear the news, but I'm glad you will still be around for us.

You've always been there for me.

Thanks so much.
 
Bob,

The MaleSurvivor :NOMSV board is loosing a good man. Yet, it is a small price to pay to keep you healthy and around for your wisdom and insight. Thank-you for your time, effort, and dedication you have given all of us.

Peace and be well,
Bill
 
Bob I will now refer to you as director emeritis. You have done so much for ms and us that you deserve the time for yourself. Knowing you are still here is a comfort to me.
 
Bob,
Thank you for helping everyone. We all appreciate what you have done. None of us want you doing something if you don't feel that you can. Do whatever it takes to take care of your health.
Thanks again.
Mike
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Bob - I've not been coming to this site for that long, but one thing I have learned very quickly is that there is a lot of respect here for each other.

I respect that you need to do what you need to do now....enjoy yourself - that's what life is about (isn't it)...make sure that everyone around you knows that you enjoy it too.

I am 46 years young, but vey much appreciate the opinions of someone with even more life experience who is 67 years young - please do not deny us your valued experience.... I look forward to reading your future postings.

Best wishes & love (my difficult word) ...Rik
 
Bob
looking after yourself is the mark of a TRUE Survivor, and I wish you well.

The things you have done for us all here are too many to list, and it's great to see you'll still be adding your words of wisdom here as a Mod.

Take care Bob.

Dave
 
Bob,

I know it must have been difficult for you to step down, but Dave's right. Doing what's really best for yourself is most important.

You've been a big part of what makes this board and this organization so great for as long as I've been coming 'round here. I'm just glad that you'll keep writing and sharing your gifts. We're all better off for what you bring.

Thanks,

Joe
 
Bob,

thank you for making the choice that will protect your well being and health better, and allow you to be the wonderful person you are for us here longer. I greatly appreciate the decision you made. It will keep you 'here', as my friend, for longer, and I value that.

Leosha
 
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