Hi Tom, I wish you and your mom well! will be praying with you'ns, please 
keep us posted! Danny.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 5:45 PM
Subject: May be absent for a while


>        Hi, all.
>
> I have said this so many times, but this list has become an extremely
> meaningful part of my life, both with regard to ham radio, and with regard
> to the many friendships I have developed here over the years.
>
> So, I hope noone considers this post to be too "off topic".
>
> I simply want to explain why I might be conspicuously absent from the list
> for a few days at least.
>
> Last night, my mother was rushed to the hospital in Harrisburg,
> Pennsylvania, and was very near death due to a severe heart failure
> condition.
>
> Today, she has improved slightly, but is still in very critical condition,
> and the next 24 to 48 hours will be absolutely critical in terms of
> determining her future prognosis.
>
> As a result, I need to fly to Pennsylvania immediately to help tend to the
> situation.
>
> I will have my laptop with me, but may not be in much of a position to
> respond to any e-mails, so please do not take it personally if you don't
> hear from me directly.
>
> I'll keep everyone posted as I find out more.
>
> 73 for now from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ