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From: Alan Badmington (to Junior)
Date: 14 Oct 2005
Time: 17:49:42 -0500
Remote Name: 81.76.57.110
Hi Junior, I’m sorry to learn that it’s chilly in Philly, but it’s great that the weather has allowed you to contribute to the threaded discussion ;-) Yes, we have spent many hours chatting (when I could manage to wrestle the conversation away from you), about a subject that played such a leading role in our lives for so many years. I’m slightly older than you, so I’ve had a few more years in which to formulate my thoughts ;-) Seriously, we’ve had some enlightening and meaningful discussions during the past five years. We have also both come a long way in that time. Thank you for your encouragement! Thank you for your support! And, above all, thank you for your great friendship, which I value immensely. I’m touched that you feel that I maybe inspire others. We’ve both heard that on many occasions, but it means so much more coming from you. Thanks! But YOU are a superb role model. So many people look up to you – both as a person who has made considerable progress with his speech, and as a wonderful human being. PWS in many continents owe you an immeasurable debt. Your 5 year old son and heir has gained a prominent place in my affections, particularly after spending many hours in his company back in August. He must surely be the world’s greatest expert on ‘Thomas the Tank Engine’ ;-) When he mentioned my name at his birthday party last week, it was so typical of you to use the occasion to turn the topic of conversation around to stuttering. That must have been your 1001 disclosure. No wonder you are totally desensitised ;-) Thank you, once again, for you generous comments – they were greatly appreciated. We’ll chat as soon as my current medical problem abates. Alan