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Title: Proud parent moment!
Post by: Scottietottie on October 04, 2015, 05:26:40 PM
Hi  :)

My oldest son is now in his mid thirties. He married an American lass and lives in MO. About 6 years ago he collapsed, was hospitalized and was dxd with Crohn's disease.

Today he ran the Cowbell Marathon. He has worked so hard to get fit enough to run it. His wife and his 5 year old son were his support team.

I don't know if he will ever run another one. I think he may stick to shorter distances. I'm sure he will keep running for awhile.

He's changed his diet, changed his life style and concentrated on what he can do.
Just wanted to share.

Take care - Scottie  :)
Title: Re: Proud parent moment!
Post by: Joe S. on October 04, 2015, 05:31:43 PM
Yea!
Title: Re: Proud parent moment!
Post by: SjoDry on October 05, 2015, 01:51:12 PM
Oh Scottie,

Congrats to you both! How nice that he worked so hard to achieve that goal. I know you are proud of him, and rightly so.

I hope that he continues to stay healthy.

SjoDry
Title: Re: Proud parent moment!
Post by: irish on October 05, 2015, 09:31:06 PM
Wow, What an accomplishment. Also goes to prove that autoimmune disease runs in families. Glad to hear that he is doing well. Irish
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Post by: Katybarstool on October 05, 2015, 11:58:00 PM
That's fantastic Scottie - just shows how he has overcome such a debilitating condition with sheer willpower.

Well done that man!

BTW can't believe your first grandson is already 5! Where did that time go?

Kathyx
Title: Re: Proud parent moment!
Post by: SunshineDaydream on October 06, 2015, 09:40:14 AM
That is quite an accomplishment! Glad to hear he is taking care of his health.
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Post by: aussie mum on October 11, 2015, 01:43:01 AM
What a wonderful achievement Scottie.
Title: Re: Proud parent moment!
Post by: Cheryl on October 11, 2015, 01:39:47 PM
He deserves a proud mom!  (We are proud for you, Scottie!)