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Blake Wilson needs your help

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My brother in law Blake is facing some scary medical unknowns right now that are affecting his daily life.  Back in the summer he had some blurry vision and numbness in his arm.  He assumed it was nothing major and got new glasses.  He has also experienced chronic back pain, numbness and has lost 75% of the feeling in his leg.  He learned on October 10th that the cause of his pain, numbness and blurred vision are two tumors on his spine that are compressing his sciatic nerve.  He requires 4 more MRI scans to reassess the growth, location and number of tumors total prior to surgery to remove them. After surgery he will learn if they are cancerous or benign.  There is a 1 in 10 chance that they could be cancerous and he will require further intervention. He is scheduled to see a neurosurgeon in December following these MRI scans. As a result of his pain, he has been off work unable to do his job.  He has also stepped down as his son Bentley's hockey coach, given up his position as his own hockey team captain, and faces many daily struggles.  After weeks off of work, his sick leave pay is running out and he will be on EI.  Currently his wife Ashleigh is on maternity leave, caring for their miracle baby Aubree.  Blake is unable to help with much of the child care due to his extreme pain, and misses out on family outings as he cannot walk for long periods of time.  The loss of his income will mean they need some help. Bills will be piling up, so any donations would be greatly appreciated.  If you would rather help another way, they could always use groceries, diapers (Aubree is in size 4 Huggies), formula (Kirkland purple brand from Costco), gift cards to Walmart/Shoppers Drug Mart or any Lindsay grocery store would be a huge help.  I know that when people need help, Ashleigh and Blake are the first to help, and I am hoping that their friends will be willing and able to help them in their time of need.  If you are unable to help, I know that sending them your good thoughts and wishing them well would also fill their hearts, so reach out to them.  It's a scary and lonely time for them both, so surrounding them with love is also important.
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    Julie Dodds
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    Bethany, ON
    Ashleigh Wilson
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