If you don't hear from me for a month or two............

[murkeywaters]

That’s an opening post I didn’t want to read.

Like most of us here, we are but names on a screen that will never meet but with regular posts those names become characters and yours has certainly shone through for the best.

I wish you all the luck going and please keep postings as long as you can.

MW

[dkpw]

Hello Tom,

I am so sorry to read your sad news.

I too have enjoyed your posts, seen your collection and jealously admired it, as well as respecting your excellent taste in watches. In the Bear Pit you have been a beacon of light and reason from across the pond, in a time when darkness and utter stupidity seemed to triumph. As a history student of the Vietnam War, I have appreciated reading of your experiences there.

I wish you all the best for the future and so admire your positive outlook. Enjoy it all!


David

[Ric356II]

So sorry to hear this, we're all thinking of you, stay strong.

[Claret67]

So sorry to hear this.
Remember its never over til you say it is.
Stay strong.

[draftsmann]

My very best respect and wishes to you Sir.

[jacinabox]

That was a tough read Tom. I, as have many others, have enjoyed your contributions here - long may they continue.

Wishing you the very best.

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[Passenger]

All the very best PC of luck and pharma/ care, your optimism shines through.

[vagabond]

So sorry to hear this PC - your positive outlook is inspiring.

Best wishes, look forward to reading many more of your posts.

[stefaulkner]

Sending you and your loved ones my very best wishes Tom.

[Slamdoor]

The number of posts here tell you how much you are respected as a top man. Very sad to read this and wishing you all the best in this world and the next.

[jeepie]

Wishing you the very best. I enjoyed reading your posts! Advocating chronos as well is something outside my comfort zone so I enjoyed that too! Thank you.

[wildheart]

All the best Tom, sending you love and light!

[johny]

Hi Tom

Best wishes from Scotland to you and your family.

Johny.

[Neil.C]

Sorry to hear this Tom. I respect your fortitude.

Enjoy your trip to Hawaii.

God bless pal.

[Jeremy67]

Blimey, sorry to hear this Tom. May your remaining time have many more good days than bad.

[cbh]

This is the first day of the rest of your life, enjoy each and everyone

[sprite1275]

Jeez, so sorry to hear chap.

It's posts like yours that make me realize I worry about some petty things in life sometimes. Thank you for making me realize this. Time to start making a change.

I hope you prove them wrong for a long time to come.

[Captaincook]

Sorry to read this. Good luck Sir and all the very best for you and your family.

Tomorrow is never promised for anyone of us, so continue to stay strong and positive.

[Vanguard]

I hope you prove the Doctors wrong Tom and we all continue to enjoy your musings for a long time to come

You have certainly lived a life and I've always enjoyed reading your posts

Wishing you all the best, life is a journey and maybe the best is yet to come when we shed this mortal coil.

[Clem]

This sucks Mate!
Best wishes and give it "Hell"

[tintin]

Always enjoy your posts and point of view, all the best.

Gandalf / JRR Tolkien - "All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us" - you have certainly made the best of it so far, have an amazing time in Hawaii.

[spuds]

As has been said this is one of those posts you never want to read....

I admire your attitude mate, and sincerely wish you all the best.

[John Wall]

Your positive mental attitude is a beacon and a tribute to you.
Live and love every day.
NEVER give up.

All my best wishes to you and yours

[jools]

My heartfelt thanks for all the warm remarks from my friends here at TZ-UK. Of all the forums (or fora) I have joined, this is the ONLY one I visit regularly...nothing else comes close!

My best to each and every one of you.

It's people like you that make TZ-UK the good place it is Tom. Best wishes.

[TheFlyingBanana]

One of the very best TZ’ers. I’ve always enjoyed your posts and common sense perspective on matters USA.

Fingers crossed that you get a good while longer yet.

[deepreddave]

Sorry to hear but your stoicism is commendable and how I hope I'd deal with a similar scenario. Credit to you and I hope you have lots of happy experiences/days still to come!

[dustybottoms]

Very sorry to read your news PC.

You are one of the very best members of this little community on the web, I have always enjoyed your contributions.
Keep fighting PC.
You and your loved ones are in my thoughts.

[RS404]

So sorry to hear this awful news Pacific, thoughts with you and yours. Hope we can bring you strength.

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[GOAT]

sorry for the news Tom, always enjoyed your contributions keep as positive as you can

[williemays]

This is tough news, Tom. I am sorry to hear it. You appear to be handling it with equanimity and grit, though, which is an inspiration. I hope for the best for you and your family. Semper Fi, devil dog. -Mike

[mr noble]

You hang in here PC. Your input is needed for a long while yet.

Sending love and good vibes from sunny Cambridge. Xx

[DONGinsler]

Sorry to hear, but hoping we do hear back

DON

[Foxy100]

This is really sad news, I'm so sorry to hear it Tom.

[xellos99]

Sorry to read this news, that is a fantastic age to live to and everyday you opened your curtains in the morning the sun was likely shining

[eagletower]

Best wishes PC

[Omegamanic]

Sending best wishes

Scott

[Bonzodog]

Sorry to hear this,best wishes sent.

[hughtrimble]

You've always been one of my favourite contributors on here - your stories, life experience and general tone are always such a pleasure to behold.

You've definitely grabbed life by the danglies and really gone at it, so I have no doubt we'll be hearing your report back on your Hawaii experience!

[Riley]

Best wishes to you and your family.
Keep fighting, nothing is certain.

[thieuster]

I already reacted on then news a lot of postings up. But your initial posting set something in motion in my mind. In short: "if this happens to me, did I do what I want(ed) to do with my life / had to do in life?" That includes the obvious(...) bucket list, but also a other, more pressing things when it comes to personal contact with people I haven't spoken in years and/or with persons I need to speak to tie up loose ends.

How strange it may sound, for that (your posting and the sad message) I thank you.

I need to go out and contact people I've neglected. That's most important. My to-do bucket list is very short. In fact, I don't think that there's anything on it anymore. I don't have that 'Seeing Naples' urge. Knowing that, I want to keep the bucket list as short as possible. The other list is longer and needs work and perhaps will take more time than the two months you mentioned. In that case I'll carry on what I need to do.

Menno

[DandyHighwayMan]

PC. Very sorry to hear of your news. Not many of us get the opportunity to say our goodbyes and cherish the time we have left with our loved ones. I hope that you can carry on doing the things you enjoy, and that you are comfortable and not in any pain.

I’ve always enjoyed your contributions to the forum and I hope there are many more to come.

[oldoakknives]

We have disagreed in the past, but I'm genuinely sorry to hear you're unwell. I hope things go as well as they can for you.

[nickyboyo]

Live it whilst you can friend, balls out brother

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[pacifichrono]

I already reacted on then news a lot of postings up. But your initial posting set something in motion in my mind. In short: "if this happens to me, did I do what I want(ed) to do with my life / had to do in life?" That includes the obvious(...) bucket list, but also a other, more pressing things when it comes to personal contact with people I haven't spoken in years and/or with persons I need to speak to tie up loose ends.

How strange it may sound, for that (your posting and the sad message) I thank you.

I need to go out and contact people I've neglected. That's most important. My to-do bucket list is very short. In fact, I don't think that there's anything on it anymore. I don't have that 'Seeing Naples' urge. Knowing that, I want to keep the bucket list as short as possible. The other list is longer and needs work and perhaps will take more time than the two months you mentioned. In that case I'll carry on what I need to do.

Menno

Go after it Menno! After I retired I started to do internet searches on people from my distant past (1950s to 1980s). I've met or talked on the phone with many of them, although I missed a couple by months due to their deaths. Each one was an amazing conversation.

[hogthrob]

PC, are there any particular charities or good causes that you support?

[nibby]

PC - I have followed your posts on this forum for as long as I have been a member here, you are a really interesting guy with some great life stories.
I am really sad that the prognosis doesn't look great but keep fighting and posting on the forum as much as possible.

[goz211]

Tom, Saddened to hear this my friend. Always enjoyed reading your posts, as they have been interesting, honest, and balanced. The story behind the Caravelle watch in Vietnam is a “classic post”. My thoughts are with you, your family, and friends.

[Tooks]

PC, you’re an inspiration, I only hope I can be as brave and stoic as you should I face the same situation.

All the best, and not least, thank you!

[Topcat30093]

Pacific, I am so very sorry to read your news.
I really hope that the time you have remaining, will be filled with love, laughter and care.

[catch21]

Your contributions here are always welcomed and valued. Hang in there, and enjoy every single day. Like everyone else, I wish you all the best, guys like you are inspirational!