Re: Any "old timers 1997-2002" still around?

xUSNFlyer wrote:
> Hi all,
> 
> When I was first diagnosed (1997) this group was a blessing as I had 
> just lost a career I loved and was in a horrible flare which lasted 
> almost 3 years, and so many of the folks that were on here at that time 
> probably saved my life.  It is truly amazing how the treatments for 
> Crohn's has changed in the 11 years, and though I would really enjoy 
> catching up with some of those that were so helpful, I see there are 
> still the same type of folks here now.  Back then I had created a 
> website for those that wanted to be listed and at that time we almost 
> had 300 members (from the old site) and it was safe from "bots" as you 
> had to know the exact URL to be able to find others.  Now with "bots" it

> can make life miserable or at least your email.
> 
> Best of luck to all and if any of the "old timers" are still here, 
> please let me know as I'd love to catch up with you all.
> 
> Ken Akin
> aka "kjakin or kakin"

Ken, I was here back in 2000 and 2001. I quit hanging around when the 
flares subsided, but still look in from time to time. I usually don't 
have to much to add so I stay in the background.

Dwight