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Running for good cause
HENDRIK62
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Thought long and hard about posting this, I kept this quiet and @Tikay10 very kindly never mentioned it last week, I saw a few people down in Manchester and I felt I had to explain why I struggled to speak so much later in the night (it wasn't just drink.....honest :-) )
The chance to help others is too much for me to stay quiet and the generosity of all those who have contributed is phenomenal, if you can, please help, I saw many people who have been dramatically affected (it doesn't feel it on my dark days, but I was one of the lucky ones) both physically and mentally.
If this is on the wrong page (I realise it has nothing to do with poker) and if it needs moved please do so, and if it is frowned upon please remove
Thank You
Neil
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/neil-colquhoun-resolution-run-edinburgh-2020
Interview with local paper which helped a lot .
https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/people/professional-edinburgh-golfer-who-survived-stroke-while-course-will-tackle-resolution-run-charity-1741721
The chance to help others is too much for me to stay quiet and the generosity of all those who have contributed is phenomenal, if you can, please help, I saw many people who have been dramatically affected (it doesn't feel it on my dark days, but I was one of the lucky ones) both physically and mentally.
If this is on the wrong page (I realise it has nothing to do with poker) and if it needs moved please do so, and if it is frowned upon please remove
Thank You
Neil
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/neil-colquhoun-resolution-run-edinburgh-2020
Interview with local paper which helped a lot .
https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/people/professional-edinburgh-golfer-who-survived-stroke-while-course-will-tackle-resolution-run-charity-1741721
Comments
Could i ask ( ok if u cant\dont wanna answer thats fine btw)
You mentioned you had a couple of tia's prior.
What were these symptoms?
P.s. Stenson & height?
I felt a little dizzy and had to stop what I was doing and stop walking the first time ( like the feeling you get if you get up too quickly), then I was seeing double for the second one around 3 times I had to stop whilst driving from Glasgow back to Edinburgh (around 40 mins) it sounds daft now but I still never went to see a doctor, just thought it would be ok in morning.
I would recommend anyone to speak to doctor sooner rather than later and don't be like me.
It was good that you had someone present who recognised the symptoms and you got taken to hospital quickly.
I've made a small donation.
Two things?
How many shots will you give me AND can we play for money?!
Just done a small donation...if every SPT player who met you at Manc, matched my small donation...wow, wow!
All the best
MP
I know people that provide the aftercare near where I live, they are a dedicated bunch.
And ive a mate who had a stroke 15 years ago, he started eating fruit , fresh fish and swam a lot, he still goes for a beer now and again.
You wouldnt know he had a stroke , unless its his round and he reminds you hes not too good at getting to the bar, hes Scottish too.
Its good to see youve got a massive support network round you.
Good luck on your run.
Take care Charlie.
Ps, fired a tenner.
WWJD, then do the opposite.
All the best mate, see you in a few weeks.
I’ve just broken my “ never do money online “ mantra , and did it all by myself 😊
Wishing you all the best in your recovery
Many thanks in helping with mine, tc mate.
In all seriousness all the support in Manchester and from everyone means a lot to me
I am bound to miss people and for that I apologise, @pomfrittes and @Essexphil for putting with me at bar and the young team that whipped us at bowling (only cos you had more playing :-))
You get no shots @madprof Danny :-) and thanks very much for the donation
@hhyftrftdr lacking a filter is a good thing because what you say we can trust (thanks for donation earlier, so good of you)
@mumsie they work so hard every one of them and show remarkable patience, your friend sounds like a man after my own heart, it only hurts when money is involved :-)
@cpfc_2010 when he is not watching palace was first to donate
@LmfaoAllin @day4eire76 when they are not out all night (still sorry) and sleeping in stations have also been hugely supportive
Neil
All the best and I shall donate this afternoon.
Just come across this. Read the story about your illness and the positive steps you are taking to give back to those who have helped/ are helping you.
Felt compelled to make a donation, only sorry it cant be bigger.
Stay positive and sincere wishes for a successful recovery.
Mark
I was wondering why you hadn't been around the PLO8 scene much.
All the best and good luck on the run.
I won a tenner on last night's FR so I may as well donate it.
It's better than giving it to eon on the DYMs later.
Edit
Donated.
Hope the run and recovery go well bud, and I will stick a donation on later.
Extraordinary recovery, you must have a very strong constitution.
Great comeback, so pleased for you.
Donald
Neil