Me and my non-alcoholic Ginger Beer
My name is John. My wife Krissy writes the journal Sometimes I Think. You may have heard about me from reading her journal. I'm the guy who spent most of 2006 in the hospital recovering from a bone marrow transplant.
I've included a picture of myself. We have just moved into a new apartment and we haven't finished unpacking yet. Here I'm taking a break to drink my favorite soda, Ginger Beer (the English variety, not the Jamaican kind).
If you haven't seen a picture of me before, it might be like when you hear a DJ on the radio and form a mental image of him. Then one day you see him and he looks nothing like you expected. So . . . do I look like you thought I would?
Hi John,
ReplyDeleteI met Krissy through Val. They are both sweethearts. I've followed your journey. You've sure been thfough the worst & back. Welcome to JLand. Hope you have fun with your journal.
Barb
No John, you look nothing like I imagined you to look! I expected you to look rather frail after all you've been through, the Ginger Beer must be doing you good! Hope you continue to get better. Pat in Kent, England
ReplyDeleteWell I never what a lovely suprize this morning Pleased to meet you John.(shaking hands) Yes I did imagine you to look something like you do.Maybe a little slimmer perhaps with all you have been through.Yet again medications are often weight gaining,which I know from my son who takes lots.Welcome to J/Land and may I say what a wonderful wife you have in Krissi.I am very happy I found her in J/Land.I wish you both much luck in your new apertment and many many more happy yrs there too.Thankyou for the pleasure of Krissi inviting me along to read your journal .Drink up John CHEERS Glug Glug.You will get used to me in time.I am often known as laughing Kath or Motherhen LOL!!! GLUG GLUG Yes that ginger beer tastes great.Save some for me later Haa.I love a laugh.Take Care God Bless Kath
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Hello John! I'm glad you've decided to do a journal ! I know you'll have lots to write about. I'll put your journal on alerts so I'll be back. 'On Ya' - ma
ReplyDeleteHi John I'm glad you decided to do a journal...I enjoy reading Krissy's Journal and now will enjoy reading yours as well...Welcome Aboard!!!!!!!!!!!!!!....June:)
ReplyDeleteWelcome John!! Tho you've been seeing JLand thru the eyes of Krissy I am so glad you decided to join in the fun. I've seen a few pictures of you already so it wouldn't be fair to answer. Looking forward to reading more.
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Hi John,
ReplyDeleteI've been quite delinquent about catching with Krissy. Now, I see you're a member of J-Land. Good too see you and I'm glad you are blogging.
You are one amazing man!!!!!
Hugs to you and Krissy
Deb
WELCOME to Jland John!
ReplyDeleteGlad to have you onboard the Jland Crew now :)
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Happy Blogging,
Christopher
Oh, this is going to be fun John! I had no expectations of what you might look like ... 'cause I am always surprised when I see the picture that goes with the writer!
ReplyDeleteWelcome aboard the J-Train. ~K
A very big welcome to you John!
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Jeanne
Hi, John!! Welcome to J-land! Well, officially to J-land. It's like you've always been here. And yes, you look pretty much how I expected. ;o) - BArbara
ReplyDeleteHi John my name is Trees, my journal is GARDENOFFRIENSHIP, I have not done many entries over the last while as I have been quite busy, but hope to start again. I have read about your journey in Krissy's journal. I admire both you so very much for your strength and courage. Your positive outlook has been a true inspiration to me. God bless you both.
ReplyDeleteWell hello there my friend! I am so looking forward to this journal! Ginger Beer huh? I personally like Coke and Sundrop. That is a southern soft drink. Like Mountain Dew with a kick! Tammy
ReplyDeleteHey John! You look great! I've been keeping up with you from Krissy! I'm so glad you have a journal now! Welcome to J-land! :o) Many hugs to you!
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YEAH John welcome to J-land! I have heard so much about you from Krissy! can't wait to read more from you! I'll put you on alerts!
ReplyDelete~make it a great day!~
Sharon
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Hi John!!!
ReplyDeleteso nice to meet you in person. Yes, I've seen your pic before, being a reader of Krissy's journal. :)
So glad you decided to start your own journal. {{}}
Visit mine (I have 9, you're sure to find one you like hehehe), when you get time.
Have a lovely day.
God bless,
Sugar
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links to my other journals are on my side bar
John welcome welcome welcome. You do look exactly I expected because I remember seeing pictures of you when you were in the hospital. You look much better now. Welcome to J-land.
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Hello John!!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to J land!!!!! where do you get the Ginger beer??? I love that stuff!
yes you look like I thought.
Patty!
Hi John and Welcome to the Dark Side! The j-land community is a warm one and I'm sure you are going to have a good time with us!
ReplyDeleteHi John! This is Val! You will notice that I can be MaireFish or Valphish in my screen names so I hope I don't confuse you. So Ginger Beer has different varieties? Is it mostly sold in PA? Do tell... LOL I hope you are going very slow setting up the apartment now that everything is there - you have all the time you need now! SO GOOD to see you have a journal!! Coolio!! Take care and I will certainly put you on alerts! Love, Val xox
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Hi John, happy to meet you. I've told Krissy..I wish I were closer, I'd come help you guys get settled. Ginger beer, huh? I don't think I've ever had it. I'll have to look and see if I can find some in one of the grocery stores in my area. Take care and welcome to J-Land. Linda in Washington state
ReplyDeleteWelcome, John! I see that you like Star Trek. I am a fan as well. I am also very into astronomy and I see you have some links on your sidebar which indicate you are as well!
ReplyDeleteGlad to have you here! And yes, you look as I expected - I have seen your pics in Krissy's journal - but I must say you look much healthier now!
Melissa
Hi John,
ReplyDeleteNice to "meet you!". I must admit that somewhere I must have seen a photo of you because you look JUST as I expected. Glad you decided to start a journal...
Take care!
Nancy
Hey. John. Welcome to J-Land. I feel like the way Krissy writes I know you all ready. That beer sounds good. :) -Dawn-
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ReplyDeletelol..you're a cool guy John. Glad to see you writing. your wife sent me here to your journal.
You look great!
Gem :-)
ReplyDeleteJohn, I think that after all you have been through that you look amazing.
Krissy has taken us all with you as you went through the transplant and all the other complications and I feel I know you well. I wish I could help you unpack and drink ginger beer. Or maybe I could sit on the floor and drink the beer and let you unpack. All kidding aside I think you are on your way to being healthy and you and Krissy and Michael can live a normal life. You are both always in my prayers and in my heart. Take care. Love and Hugs
Myke
No John, I had another picture in my mind, but great seeing you and will look forward to reading your journal. Your Krissy is such a special lady, you've both have been blessed to have each other. The unpacking and getting settled is never fun is it. Take care. Arlene (AJ)
ReplyDeleteHI John, I feel like I know you becaise of Krisy talking about you! BTW, you have a wonderful caring and devoted wiife.
ReplyDeleteActually, NO, you don't look like I thought you would at all! Funny how that goes! I think i've seen some pictures of you, but it was when you were ill. You look like a different person, and I have to say, I think you are a good looking guy!
I hope you stay well for a long tme. You are (from what I've read), a very brave and man. I hope you keep writing your journal if you can. I sort of feel like we just met, but on the other hand I feel like I have Known you for quite a while. (Ssrt of) through Krissy. LOL God bless, and congratulations to both you and Krissy on your new place.
Merry
Well hello there! I feel like I already know you!
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Welcome John:) i have added you to my alerts so i will be back
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Hi John- I think that you look a lot healthier now! I hope you're doing well. I'm glad you and Krissy got into your place now, and hope it will be a healthy and good new start for both of you! God Bless you and I'm glad you've joined us!! Carolyn :)
ReplyDeleteHi John
ReplyDeleteI think you look WONDERFUL. I'm so happy you are here to write a journal.
God Be With You...
love
eileen
It's wonderful to see a picture of the man I who I have been praying for so long. You and your wife are awesome and it has been my honor to send up prayers for you, her, and your doctors. Keep up the fight!
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Hi honey! Welcome to jland! I hope you will enjoy doing a journal. It is about time, LOL. We have been telling you you should give it a try for a long time, LOL. Welcome.
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Welcome to J-Land john. I feel as if I know you already and know what you have been through. It does my heart good to see you in the above picture looking so well. Dawn
ReplyDeleteWelcome to JLand! I hope you enjoy it here and meet lots of nice people.
ReplyDeleteI feel like I already know you through Krissy. I'm looking forward to getting to know you.
Pam
Hi Johbn, we've spoken before - I know Krissy and Val, they're special people and well-loved by many. And I'm only one of so many who've grown attached to you and your plight, but anyone who can handle what you have is the defiition of humanity at its most dignified. Nice to see you!! xoxo CATHY
ReplyDeleteThanks for starting a journal john and welcome to J-Land i hope to hear from you again.
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Hey John~I'm glad you finally started a journal. I saw lots of photos of you before from Krissy so--no not surprised. I do think that latest one is particularly flattering though. I love the title of your journal. I'm so happy you're still here fighting! Love to you both~Deb ;-)
ReplyDeleteI am so happy you are feeling up to writing!!!!
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You look great, John! Love, blessings and prayers, Penny http://journals.aol.com/firestormkids04/FromHeretoThere http://journals.aol.com/firestormkids04/TimeforaLittlePoetry
ReplyDeleteYou look great John! HEALTHY! Yay for you! Congrats on the new home for you all!
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Dawn
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Hi John. . you dont know me but I have been following your progress . . .WELL DONE YOU!!You look fabulous.Im so happy that you have a new place and wish you every happiness. . . .I still include you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteNope, your photo fits Krissy's words very well. Welcome to blogging, John.
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HEY JOHN IM A READER OF YOUR LOVELY WIFE KRISSY...HAD ME SCARED AT FIRST SEEING THAT BOTTLE OF BEER IN YOUR HAND LOL...I TO LOVE DOLPHINS....LOVE TO THAT FREE
ReplyDeletewelcome to jland john. and i think you look great. have a wonderful weekend. ((((hugs)))))
ReplyDeleteCindy
You look EXACTLY as I pictured you. Well, I pictured you from the PICTURES of you I have seen. LOL! Kind of like cheating, huh??? LOL! Glad to see you looking so well, and joining the community. Welcome! Jae
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