CHEZMARYLOU Posted January 27, 2015 #126 Share Posted January 27, 2015 What a fantastic sharing of hope and love. You are in our prayers. Mary Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkystheLimit Posted January 27, 2015 #127 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Well, I can barely see the screen through my tears. What a beautiful article about man and his best friend. My sister-in-law is alive after 11 years of battling lung cancer that she was given 6 months to survive. Her dog Lily does not leave her side. There is something in this medicine from our beloved animals. Continued prayers and wishes for good reports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamthesea Posted January 27, 2015 #128 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Thank you so much for sharing. :) Great news...wonderful, endearing article ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzzher Posted January 27, 2015 #129 Share Posted January 27, 2015 What a beautiful article! So happy to hear such good news. Birr is quite the guardian angel! Simply wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise47 Posted January 27, 2015 #130 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Someone is bigger then you and I. My prayers are with you and all your family members and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare May B Posted January 31, 2015 #131 Share Posted January 31, 2015 (edited) I for one thank you for the gift of your sense of humor and your love of life, and for sharing those with us, at CC.com, on your blog and in your book. I hope you are doing some reading of this thread, if it brings a smile to your face. Perhaps Kris reads it to you, or one of your boys, or one of the moms. Praying for your comfort and for all the precious minutes you get to spend with Kris. I guess you can tell I'm not a dog person. But I'm sure glad that the two of you are. Thank you, blindone, for posting the article. Edited January 31, 2015 by May B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TourDeCruise Posted January 31, 2015 #132 Share Posted January 31, 2015 What a lovely article. We just returned last night from a cruise on which I read Chester's book (dh had already read it), one that brought back wonderful memories of our own 1st cruise also onboard Galaxy from Baltimore around the same time. Chester, we are happy to read your good news, wish you the very best, and hope to read another book from you in the future. blindone, thanks for sharing the article with us. The article is a beautiful reminder of the importance of our pet family members and their powerful presence in our lives. Kathy & Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TenerifeSharon Posted January 31, 2015 #133 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I for one thank you for the gift of your sense of humor and your love of life, and for sharing those with us, at CC.com, on your blog and in your book. I hope you are doing some reading of this thread, if it brings a smile to your face. Perhaps Kris reads it to you, or one of your boys, or one of the moms. Praying for your comfort and for all the precious minutes you get to spend with Kris. I guess you can tell I'm not a dog person. But I'm sure glad that the two of you are. Thank you, blindone, for posting the article. Beautifully said, May B! :) Once again sending good thoughts across the Atlantic to you, ChesterH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedobound1202 Posted January 31, 2015 #134 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Cruising as a newbie and writing about my experiences here on CC (2002 - 2006?) was truly the most fun I ever had. I made so many hundreds of friends here, I still consider it my home - even though my cruising days are over. There’s no sense dancing around the plain facts. I am a fertile breeding ground for cancer. It’s growing in my body like Kudzu grows in Georgia. Yes, I’ll battle for control, but the outcome is certain – and it will probably be swift. As with other major events in my lifetime, I’m inclined to write about my experience. My mother (remember the still incomplete "Cruising with the Mothers" tale?) even suggested outright that I do so: “... Surely it has occurred to you that you should write about this. Maybe it would give you a diversion. (On the other hand, maybe enough is enough.) But you write so well and observe what others don't always see. I'll bet you could explain what is happening better than the average dear soul who never expected to get clobbered with cancer…” I would like to celebrate the time that’s left by remembering the past and considering the future with my friends. I can already tell that it won’t be easy as my faculties are compromised, but one must make the best of a given situation. Perhaps I can manage to share some useful tips along the way. I dearly want to do whatever I can to ease the transition for the love of my life, Kris, and hope that those who can help will do what they can. I don't know how many of my CC friends are still lurking here, but I did want to let those who remain know I have one more story to tell. In any case, I will probably do most of my writing on my own website (chesterh.com), so you can check there occasionally if you like. No matter what, I do want to say, “Thank you,” to all who have been with me along the road or on the seas. It’s been a good ride. With Love, "Chesterh" I don't know you but am sending you positive thoughts. I will think of you when I run my color run in May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinGirl777 Posted February 2, 2015 #135 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Thanks for posting this update. Glad to hear that Chester is doing so well. Positive thoughts and wishes continue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaBag Posted February 2, 2015 #136 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Positive thoughts go your way Chester. Miracles do happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vagabondage Posted February 10, 2015 #137 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Chesterh and Kris, your openness, humor and good spirit, which have made your cruise accounts so appealing, now serve you well as you fight this battle. Thank you for sharing all of it with us. Those of us who are passionate about our dog buddies recognize how important the kind of bond you share with Birr is. I had multiple near-fatal health crises two years ago and am convinced that our two faithful Shelties were a major part of my eventual recovery. It's uncanny how dogs know when we're ill and hurting and really need their quiet companionship. I've recommended your book and website tales to several people by word of mouth since I first read them, and just did so again here today on the Celebrity CC boards. I realized I had never expressed thanks to you for them, so now let me do it. May the many prayers being said for both of you -- mine included -- continue to uphold you on your journey together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donnaluv2cruise Posted February 11, 2015 #138 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I have so enjoyed your writing over the years. When my husband & I first started cruising with Celebrity I would read, and then reread your detailed reviews. I will be praying for you & your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserone Posted February 11, 2015 #139 Share Posted February 11, 2015 For giving all of us a view of life both on the sea and in your life. My prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREG781 Posted March 31, 2015 #140 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I am sorry to say that it appears that Chesterh has passed away. There are several condolences posted to his Facebook page. Thanks for all the laughs in your writing Chester and Godspeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupremeFlounder Posted March 31, 2015 #141 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I am sorry to say that it appears that Chesterh has passed away. There are several condolences posted to his Facebook page. Thanks for all the laughs in your writing Chester and Godspeed. Here's a link to what appears to be his obituary from the funeral home. http://www.currentobituary.com/ShowObit.aspx?id=159259&member_id=11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathyCruises Posted March 31, 2015 #142 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Very sad. . .condolences to his family. It appears that he just passed away today. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted March 31, 2015 #143 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Sending my heartfelt condolences to Kris and Chester's entire family..... He was a gentle soul who was well loved by many....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karynanne Posted March 31, 2015 #144 Share Posted March 31, 2015 My sincere condolences to the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare May B Posted March 31, 2015 #145 Share Posted March 31, 2015 We here at CC.com have been so fortunate to have been able to enjoy Chester and his wife and son and mom and mom-in-law's experiences. Rest in peace, Chester, and condolences to the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mylove Posted March 31, 2015 #146 Share Posted March 31, 2015 So very sorry.......you are missed Chester Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeaBag Posted March 31, 2015 #147 Share Posted March 31, 2015 So very sorry to hear this. My sincere condolences to the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheWASide Posted April 1, 2015 #148 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Condolences and best wishes to his family and friends and all he left behind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise kitty Posted April 1, 2015 #149 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Godspeed to Chester & condolences to his family, his writing brought a lot of enjoyment to many people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare C-Dragons Posted April 1, 2015 #150 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Our condolences to his family. Thank you, Chester, for your sense of humor, and making us all smile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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