Wow, I'm really sorry to hear about this, but it sounds like you're in good spirits! I look forward to your complete recovery... Like I said before, this place just isn't the same if I'm not waking up every morning to a bunch of fantastic new Outrider shots!!

No retreat, no surrender! We're all here for you!

Hang in there, man! Be strong. We're all in your corner and praying for you.

Craig,
Sorry to hear about your misfortune. I hope things work out. I'm not one to pray, but if there is a God and he'll listen, I'm praying for you. Stay strong and don't let the bastards get you down. You need anything, lemme know! And don't worry about commenting on everyone's pictures. Get yourself well first, you can "catch up" later. We'd rather see you back and happy.

Frank

You Will Be Back!!!
 

I'll be praying for you and your family! Stay strong!

I will keep praying for you and your family. Thank you for sharing, and let us know if there is anything you need.

My buddy!
 

Oh No! :(
I have to be honest here, I was hoping that when I first read about this, it would be a burst appendix. I was hoping that it wouldn't be overly serious.

I want you to know that I am your friend, we all are here for you at Joe Dios and we all want you to get better, you are one of the best contributors on the site both in threads and in helping people get better at photography, you certainly helped me on more than 1 occasion.

So I'd also like to extend my offerings as a friend (i'm in the UK) not sure what I could do from so far away but please do not hesitate in sending me a PM here or a flickrmail at flickr.com (as we have shared each others photostream) for so long.

Please stay in touch whenever you can, and above all rest up and get better. I am in the same boat as Frank as I don't pray, but all my positivity and my thoughts go out to you and your family in the best intentions and best wishes for your recovery.

My kindest regards
Richard

Wow, good luck Craig. Keep strong! Read my signature, I know it is from a movie, but they are words of wisdom if ever I heard any!

I'm sure sorry to hear about your troubles,but with faith & a positive outlook you can beat this.I just want you to know that you have inspired me,and alot of others with your Fantastic Pic's,and your great Custom Figure's & Vehicle's.You have alot of great people here at Joe Dios pulling for you,and I know you'll whip this no problem.Get Well Soon,and have a Wonderful Holiday my Friend....