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John Merritt
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To Forum 43 Members,

I wanted to touch base here as I've been away for a while. A few weeks or so ago I sent an email to John Kuvakas concerning my absence and although I'm not ready to explain with any details. I just wanted everyone to know I'm still around. I hope to be able to be a bit more visible here going forward as I've have come to terms with a few issues that have kept me away. I am still a long way from normal (whatever that means) but with counseling, prayers and my own determination to move forward, some things are looking a little better. I believe I still have a long and difficult road to travel, but I am, at least, now taking small steps forward.

Thank you for understanding and forgive me for my reluctance to elaborate further. 

John Merritt


John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA


   
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Charles Rockett
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Wishing you a safe journey ahead.



   
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(@perrone1)
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Good to hear from you; glad you're OK and God be with you as you make it through. Just know you are among friends here and that, alone, may make you smile. Bless you John!



   
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John Kuvakas
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Love to hear your attitude, John. We don't need any details. We love you just the way you are! I'm glad to see your post. 


John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA


   
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(@ed-davis)
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Thanks for the update. I wish you the best.


Ed Davis
Inverness, Illinois, USA


   
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(@chris)
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Welcome back John, you were missed; I had 372 fewer pics to view. 😏   Going forward, I wish for you noting but the very best!



   
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Ed Glorius
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As others have said, you're great as you are. Fight whatever issues and good for you for recognizing the need.


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(@michaeldetorrice)
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It is good to hear from you, John. Take whatever time you need for yourself, as that is the most important thing. We all miss your photos and contributions, but I know we all understand first things first, and we'll still be around here talking about small (and full-size) automobiles.



   
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John 

I wish you only the very best as you work through things.  Take care.



   
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Frank Reed
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Best wishes John, you have friends here (even from a distance). ✌️


Frank Reed
Chesapeake, VA


   
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Geoff Jowett
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all the best John. One day at a time.



   
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(@tedweller)
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That fact that you shared this post speaks volumes, John. Peace be with you - we are all "work in progress."



   
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Randy Rusk
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@jcarnutz Know that you have a bunch of model collector weirdos rooting you on. Everyone is a bit broken, and it’s the comraderie of our hobby that can, at times, help hold us together. Best wishes for working through your struggles.



   
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Chazy.R
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@charles-rockett 
john,

you have been missed. Thanks for your transparency and sharing your faith with us! We know that we serve a God of Miracles and nothing is impossible for Him. You are in in my daily prayers. Blessings, Chuck

 



   
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John please know that we miss you and wish you the best.



   
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