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13. no, I don't believe so, friend had ALS about 20 years ago and as a veteran they really stepped up to the plate

Sun Jun 7, 2026, 02:33 PM

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he died three years after diagnosis

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50 year friend and former lover had her diagnosis of A.L.S. confirmed. [View all] 3Hotdogs Sunday OP

That's terrible Laurelin Sunday #1

Sending your friend kind thought and sending you hugs. MLAA Sunday #3

Is she a veteran? Shellback Squid Sunday #4

Good question! VA works! marble falls Sunday #7

There's still hope. I'll be praying and vibeing for you both. marble falls Sunday #6

Tough one, 3Hotdogs.. Permanut Sunday #9

i'm so sorry. mopinko Sunday #12