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My first post after stepping away from these forums this past April
I'd stepped away from all my online life last April to recuperate from my stem cell transplant. I just needed to focus on family and relaxing. But it's time to return.
First, I'm fine, doing very well, actually. Sorry I didn't respond to all the well-wishers in my last post in April, but I'm very grateful for the kind words of encouragement.
This seemed like the perfect time to return, having recently received my Christopher Ward Bel Canto.
Love the watch, very impressed by its finishing and overall quality for the price. I've been wearing it regularly for the past three weeks.
That's all for now. Just wanted to announce my return and of course post a wrist shot...
Welcome back, Emil! . . .
. . . glad to hear you're recovering, and hope you're enjoying a drive in the 356 now and then.
Art
Thanks, Art.
My eyesight has changed dramatically since the transplant so it's only very recently, after new glasses, I've felt comfortable driving again. Unfortunately, I haven't had the 356 out for over a year because I was in the middle of turning it up and cleaning the underside and suspension when I was first diagnosed. In fact the only car I've felt comfortable driving lately is the Jag. I do miss driving the 356 and MG though. I plan on posting in the Automotive forum within the next few days about the small projects I've been doing on the 356, Jag, and Mercedes.
Very happy to read these good news, my dear friend. And very happy to see you back here!
Thanks! I'm looking forward to getting back to my old online life. I'm just realizing how much I've missed it.
Wow this is great news!
I am super happy for you and your family. Sounds you are winning the fight!
Awesome Bel Canto as well, this is a great return. Happy you are back. Now you can start chasing some recovery Jaquet Droz 😁
Cheers, Alex
Awesome Bel Canto as well, this is a great return. Happy you are back. Now you can start chasing some recovery Jaquet Droz 😁
Cheers, Alex
Thank you. My wife just reminded me it was exactly one year ago yesterday that she took me to the emergency room, with me arguing I didn't have to go. She was obviously right...she usually is.
I almost bought a JD Grande Seconde a few months ago but decided I would wait until I found the one I like most, with blue Cotes de Geneva dial. That's the one I fell in love with back in 2019 when visiting the now defunct NYC JD boutique.
Good luck for the hunt then, it will work out I am sure!
And yes... we should listen to our better halves 
Cheers, Alex
Cheers, Alex
Welcome back Amigo!! So glad you are feeling well!
Our community has been a source of strength for me so many times over the years. Some guys have come and gone, but the majority of us are here forever once we become members. You are always welcomed to participate as you wish. But naturally, great to see your name again and I hope to see it a lot more!
Thank you. I plan on going back to my normal routine of reading these forums daily and joining in when I have something to offer.
Congratulations on completing your treatment …
It’s impossible for anyone that hasn’t gone through this process to know what a roller coaster of emotions it is for you and your loved ones.
Welcome back and good luck for the future.
Best regards
Captain
Thank you. Yes, roller coaster is a perfect analogy, both mentally and physically. And you're right, I've had siblings go through cancer treatments but never really understood everything involved until experiencing it myself.
Thanks! And to anyone who hasn't handled a Bel Canto, it's difficult to convey the quality for the price.
If I lived in UK I’d probably alteady have one. But I live in Spain and custom taxes are about 30%… Enjoy it.