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Wonderful! So heartwarming

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Mar 23Liked by prue batten

Prue,how so very proud you must be that your beloved son rang that race, such an achievement . I would be whooping and celebrating along with you all if I was there. Every step does tell a story. Well done beloved son xxx ❤❤❤

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Mar 23Liked by prue batten

well done, I'd say this shows his mental and physical capabilities

and what a proud mum moment, but gosh the fear you must carry

i think you deserve a cheer too Prue

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Mar 23·edited Mar 23Liked by prue batten

Congratulations to your son on finishing the race. :).

And I wish him the best for his continued treatment.

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Mar 23Liked by prue batten

So wonderful!!! A family of amazing people obviously. I’m so thankful. Take care my beautiful Prue. All the best to you and your loved ones. 🤗🤗😘😘💕

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Mar 23Liked by prue batten

Wow so inspiring, you must be so proud. Good luck for the treatment going forward.

I'm just starting my own battle with T Cell Lymphoma and it's so daunting. Stories like this give me so much hope. thank you for sharing X

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Sons are wondrous creatures ❤️

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Oh my goodness, joyful tears flowing here! Congratulations to you both. What a year and hugs for the continued journey. We hold our sons so close!

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Oh, I teared up reading this - especially to see his handsome, smile post-race! Extremely impressed and frankly, inspired right now. Such a tale of bravery this is and more evidence that everyone, absolutely everyone in the world has "something" to deal with that others may not realize. Beautifully written Prue and as one anxious mum to another, I feel for YOU as well. Hugs xo

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Amazing news, Prue. Simply fabulous.

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Prue, this was wonderful. My son has recently been grappling with an autoimmune disorder, so I find this very hopeful and inspiring!

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Mar 23Liked by prue batten

Your son is an inspiration to those of us living with diseases that make our futures a bit less certain. But is anyone’s future certain? No,…but a diagnosis raises one’s awareness and reminds us to truly live each moment to the fullest. His smile says it all!

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Oh, Prue, your pride shines through as strongly as your son's smile in those terrific photographs! What a very, very proud mum - and wow, with a mountain to climb in order to get there for cheering-on duty!

A wonderful, heartwarming, goosepimpling post. Loved every word!

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Oh, Prue. I'm misty-eyed. It doesn't matter how old they are, or how far flung, the mothering persists. I can imagine the angst that has come with this diagnosis as well as the easing of the shoulders as he has stepped into resilience. Now this? This amazing achievement, so important for what it symbolizes, and for the dedication it took to get there. Bravo to him, and to all of you by association! 🧡

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Prue, Bravo to your son! I remember your telling of the heartbreak when he first received the diagnosis a year ago. My hat is off to him and your family. It can be done - with effort and perseverance . What a great story and effort!!

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I love this so much! Well done to your son, what a great thing to achieve and wonderful to have you all cheering him on.

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