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BoomaofBandM

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5. Lost 2 siblings and my dad to cancer, dad in his 60's sibs in their 50's.

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Fri Feb 6, 2026, 10:26 AM

Friday

Lost an uncle and a cousin in their 40's to heart attacks. My sister and her husband as well as my husband are cancer survivors. I send positive thoughts to you and your wonderful family

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Eeny meeny miny moe, catch a cancer by the toe. If it lingers make it go [View all] DFW Thursday OP

Sending a healing hug 🫂 to your sister mwmisses4289 Thursday #1

Thanks! DFW Thursday #2

Cancer sure as hell is a PITA, my dear DFW. Regrettably, I am well acquainted with this! CaliforniaPeggy Thursday #3

I have been following your ordeal along with the rest of us DFW Friday #7

Holding positive thoughts for your sister and her livetohike Friday #4

Thanks for that DFW Friday #8

Lost 2 siblings and my dad to cancer, dad in his 60's sibs in their 50's. BoomaofBandM Friday #5

Much appreciated! DFW Friday #9

I wish you well Marthe48 Friday #6

Thanks! We can only hope to beat the odds. DFW Friday #10

I like the card's sentiment Marthe48 Friday #11

He was one of the 20th century's great unsung wits. DFW Yesterday #12