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    Yet Another Precious Life Lost

    My heart is very sad today as I learned of yet another precious life lost to a cerebral hemorrhage.  This past week, the world lost two incredibly talented stars, Gary Coleman and Rue McClanahan, and both to the sudden and silent killers we know as brain hemorrhages.  With statistics on the rise of those stricken […]

    Posted on Monday, June 7, 2010
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    Brain Aneurysm Support Group Continues

    In May, The Joe Niekro Foundation started a Brain Aneurysm Support Group.  The outpouring of emotions and support that came from just one meeting was amazing.   We are excited to announce that these meetings will continue and have the June and July dates set.  Please share our group meeting information with anyone you feel could benefit from them.  It […]

    Posted on Friday, May 28, 2010
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    Sharing a Common Thread

    I just returned from our first Aneurysm Support Group Meeting and am so moved by the discussions that took place.  Survivors, as well as those that have lost loved ones to an aneurysm came together to share their stories and support one another.  We had five survivors share the most incredible stories of their recoveries […]

    Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2010
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    My Amazing Father and His Ability to Teach Others

    When I read this story, my eyes welled up with tears.  I talked about this little girl just a week ago and how Dad had inspired and coached her on the fluttering knuckleball.  But, to read the comments she wrote about the man I am honored to call my Father was truly humbling.  How lucky […]

    Posted on Tuesday, May 4, 2010
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    Recovery is Possible

    Having learned of Bret Michaels’ brain hemmorhage which occurred less than two weeks ago, I have been actively reading up on his condition and praying for him and his family.  As I mention often, I am contacted regularly by people having lost a friend or family member to this tragic condition and due to Bret’s public image, this has raised […]

    Posted on Monday, May 3, 2010
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