This weekend the fam and whomever could make it (I could not) went up to Buncombe Hollow to dedicate the stones set there. Erik had planned this a long time ago, and now it exists for real. Perhaps photos will be forthcoming.
It feels good to think of that project completed and ready to share.
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Behold him.
In which Erik Purdom's friends and relations can get with the good wishes and sharin' of the lovin'. Blog managed by Erik's siblings. All characters entirely real even if we sound fictional.
Here's where to download the Rising's slideshow
Thanks to Andy and Dean for updating the movie link Feb 2024.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19SpHBelCQ-7RGdQfG3TitNZqv9wuAomM/view?usp=sharing
This was the invite for Erik Rising
The man, the Erik: 1966-2008
Behold him.
This is what Erik faced
On Saturday April 26th 2008 we learned Erik had been diagnosed with Signet Ring Cell Carcinoma, which apparently invaded his system through his appendix.
The following info is from appendix-cancer.com:
"The signet ring cell type . . . is most commonly found in cancer of the lining of the stomach, but can also develop in the bowel, breast, pancreas, bladder, prostate, appendix or lung. Signet ring cell is a rare type of cancer, and is the rarest of the appendiceal cancers. In the 25 years between 1973 and 1998 there were only 70 reported cases of signet ring appendix cancer in the USA. Signet ring is considered a high-grade, or aggressive, type of cancer."
As you may deduce, Erik had a sizable ass to kick here. Every one of you gave so much of yourselves through your thoughts, your prayers, and your emails: thank you, and bless you all.
The following info is from appendix-cancer.com:
"The signet ring cell type . . . is most commonly found in cancer of the lining of the stomach, but can also develop in the bowel, breast, pancreas, bladder, prostate, appendix or lung. Signet ring cell is a rare type of cancer, and is the rarest of the appendiceal cancers. In the 25 years between 1973 and 1998 there were only 70 reported cases of signet ring appendix cancer in the USA. Signet ring is considered a high-grade, or aggressive, type of cancer."
As you may deduce, Erik had a sizable ass to kick here. Every one of you gave so much of yourselves through your thoughts, your prayers, and your emails: thank you, and bless you all.
2 comments:
I saw the video Dean posted on facebook ..what a lovely and moving monument to Erik's spirit and the family.. the stones are amazing and I can't wait to see it in person.
Wish I could be there as well. I think of him all the time and never in past tense. He changed my life forever and I can say honestly and in all sincerity that I would not be here to today were it not for Erik. Travel well my friend.
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