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Gender: Male
Status: Married
Age: 38
Sign: Sagittarius

State: California
Country: US
Signup Date: 9/23/2006

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Wednesday, April 23, 2008 


   One good thing about spreading positive energy and encouraging an optimistic approach to life- when it comes time to get a taste of my own medicine, it's good. Still, it may not be fun to be put to the test. It may be quite unpleasant. 
   After thinking of several ways to put this, I decided to give it to you straight- just like we got it. After months of chasing down the origin of stomach cramps, we got the news that Sonya has cancer in her colon. Obviously, this was not something we wanted to hear, and were not at all prepared for it. This is the kind of thing that we hear about happening to other people. Us? Really?
   I'm sure that a lot of you realize that cancer is way too common. In fact, I know that many of you are all too familiar with what we are experiencing.
   This is very personal and I understand if you would choose to keep it on the down-low. One of Sonya's first thoughts was that if she could have colon cancer (being a 32 year old, lean, active, and healthy eating female that barely hits 3 digits on the weight scale), "We need to tell everyone it could be them!"
   Months of testing showed nothing of this nature. The blood tests and everything else they did could not detect the cancer until the dreaded colonoscopy. Sonya wants everyone to know that you HAVE to get checked. We found a huge research center where we are getting this taken care of. They have a lot of information about the subject, in case you might be searching City of Hope.
   Keep in mind, this is curable and Sonya has surgery scheduled for the end of the week to get this thing taken out. We're totally kicking its ass. We got this.
    We know that we have a lot of people praying and sending positive energy, and we appreciate it. Keep it up. And don't tell Sonya's dad, if you know him. We'll do it when the time is right.
    This will soon be a thing of the past. Sonya is amazingly strong and ready to fight.
This will be a squash match!
    Anyone wondering what we're up to...it's this. Nothing else matters.
    I'll update you soon. 
   Take care of yourselves.
   Enjoy life.
   RVD
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Judi
Judi Lyman

 
Sending my prayers, and lots of postive thoughts to Sonya and to you also.
 
Posted by Judi on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 9:31 PM
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g00$3
Gus Cabrera

 
yup just get the 1 ...2.....3 and pin this and move on
take care
 
Posted by g00$3 on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 9:34 PM
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Georgiann
Georgiann Makropoulos

 
Sonya I am a cancer survivor now 4 years, be strong,m be postive and you too will be on the survivor list.

All our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
'
Love, Georgie
www.WrestlingFiogs.com
 
Posted by Georgiann on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 9:41 PM
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Georgiann
Georgiann Makropoulos

 
OOPS a few msitakes, typed too fast. sorry

Georgiann & George Makropoulos

www.WrestlingFigs.com
 
Posted by Georgiann on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 9:43 PM
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Mitch
Mitch Snider

 
I send Sonya all the energy I can accumulate. I sincerely wish her a speedy recovery from the surgery. I recommend Kevin Trudeau's book Natural Cures "They" Don't Want You To Know About, and read chapter 6. Embrace the beauty of the day!
 
Posted by Mitch on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 9:46 PM
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Rob Watkins
robert watkins

 
My mother bested colon cancer, and i'm sure sonya can too. She's the Lois to your Clark, the Buffy to your Angel, the Nancy to your Sid. Okay, so maybe not the last one, but I'm sure she can pull through. Best of luck!
 
Posted by Rob Watkins on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:03 PM
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The Impact Players feat "THE RANT"
Impact Players

 
I will pray for her Rob and stay strong!!!
 
Posted by The Impact Players feat "THE RANT" on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:03 PM
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Cashman
Rich Jones

 
I have been going through the "c word" for 6 years now and I realize that attitude is one of the most important parts of the treatment. I really learned to deal with the cards dealt me and continue to call myself a survivor. I love Sonya's reaction and attitude. I myself go to support group meetings with the local Gilda's Club and never really have anything to say when we update the group on ourselves but I'm there for the others who are going through difficult times in their lives. I always add a little humor too. You know what they say about laughter.

I hope everything is smooth and this is just a bump in the road. Sonya has been through so much already I hope this is a breeze!

Rich
 
Posted by Cashman on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:05 PM
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LEGACY= SIMPLY PRICELESS!!
Danielle Bonham

 
I am so sorry.. I will say prayers for her but she needs u now so dont give up on her and have faith.. I love u man-Danielle
 
Posted by LEGACY= SIMPLY PRICELESS!! on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:09 PM
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Joey

 
This hits home and I can understand...Sound exactly like what happened to me. Keeping you guys in my prayers..

Joey
 
Posted by Joey on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:09 PM
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The TAPASS and MCFILTHY Show

 
Sorry to hear that Rob - but don't worry - your BOTH gonna get through this. As they say in the U.K. - " He who dares - WINS!!!"
 
Posted by The TAPASS and MCFILTHY Show on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:13 PM
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Diana
Diana Holliday

 
RVD & Sonya...

As always, you're in my thoughts & prayers... :)
Even more so now~with this unexpected cancer information... City of Hope is THE BEST.

If either of you needs (??? ) Name it,
Whatever I/we can do... All you have to do is ask, OK?
We are here for/with both of you,
Always.

With Love & Respect,

Diana Holliday
& Family
*Hollywood, CA*
 
Posted by Diana on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:17 PM
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~♥~Lydia~♥~

 
Thoughts and prayers go out to you & Sonya.
 
Posted by ~♥~Lydia~♥~ on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:26 PM
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Reidlos Nacirema < <
Shane Graham

 
Dude, you've got my prayer and positive energy too.
 
Posted by Reidlos Nacirema < < on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:31 PM
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The Saint, Loveless
Jared Trautman

 
I can relate in some context...though not in the immediate nature of what you are going through. My cousin/Godfather contracted cancer when I was still in High School and he didn't find out until it was too late, and by then it had spread throughout his body, they had given him 6 months to live, but he kept on going for another couple years.

It's very good, and I'm glad to hear you and Sonya caught it early on, kick that Cancer's ass! Eradicate it and put it down for the count. Be strong and be well.

Best wishes for a full recovery.
 
Posted by The Saint, Loveless on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:33 PM
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CORY & CHAD

 
We wish you both nothing but positive vibes. and wish you a speedy recovery. you will kick this in its ass and get back to leading a happy life..

Best wishes

Your friends

Cory and Chad Aka Twin Towers
 
Posted by CORY & CHAD on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:41 PM
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Marsha
Marsha Asquith

 
You're in my prayers.
 
Posted by Marsha on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:42 PM
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****Tracy****

 
I'm so very very sorry to hear about Sonya - it just goes to show the big 'C' can hit anybody of any age and any fitness. Come on Sonya - SQUASH THAT BUGGER!! I'll be praying for ya both for sure and thanks for sharing you personal lives. You're also in the best country in the world for medical care so go kiss some ass. All the very best to ya both. XX
 
Posted by ****Tracy**** on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:51 PM
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frank
Emann Johnson

 
No doubts that SVD will kick this cancers ass but our prayers are with you regardless. We hope she makes a full recovery and good luck on the surgery. From Ur Number one fan, Dirty Ali
 
Posted by frank on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:53 PM
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OVI

 
5 Star 420 Frog Splash to kill that cancer brother!
I'm praying for you guys.
 
Posted by OVI on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:53 PM
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Amy(Grimmy)(B.B.)(Blondie)

 
Sorry you guys gotta go thru this. Any form of cancer sucks ass. But I know she will beat the crap out of this cancer!! I've had to deal with cancer in my whole family and with many of my friends families. It SUCKS. I hate cancer. And Alzheimers.
 
Posted by Amy(Grimmy)(B.B.)(Blondie) on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 10:54 PM
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Mojack

 
I don't pray too much anymore, I really need to change that. I will pray for you both. I am more the sure you both are getting a lot of information. And finding out about the multitude of support that is out there. I know when I got sick I found so much informational and support places it was almost too much to take in at the time.

Here is a great place to find out more about the big C .
http://cancer.stanford.edu/
 
Posted by Mojack on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:01 PM
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Tim

 
Good energy from me to the both of you. I know what it's like. My uncle had colon cancer a few years ago, but he's back to lumberjacking now like he used to. Hopefully it turns out as well for you two. All my best.
 
Posted by Tim on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:08 PM
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kara

 
Many, many positive thoughts to you both.

You're absolutely going to get through this!
 
Posted by kara on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:08 PM
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Great JL: Da Man, Da Pimp, Da Paraplegic Sensation
James L

 
i'm gonna start pray for your wife Sonya. because prayer and positivity is the best finishing moves against cancer and other situations. with you by your wife's side you both can hit the "super positively bomb" on this cancer and kick its ass big time. plus with your fans praying for your wife to get better this cancer has no chance of a victory. i'm already predicting a huge victory for RVD and Sonya.
 
Posted by Great JL: Da Man, Da Pimp, Da Paraplegic Sensation on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:09 PM
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Thrashin' Tay
Tay Blanton-Shannon

 
sorry,the few times I try to send a comment and wouldn't go throught. Get well Sonya! and Rob,you're truly still One of a Kind and the Whole F'N Show.

Positive energy and blessings,
Tay
 
Posted by Thrashin' Tay on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:12 PM
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Micheladas
Michelle Andrade

 
Rob and Sonya
I will be keeping both of you in my thoughts and prayers. As many others I to have had my brush with cancer. Being positive and doing what you need to do to get over this will help Sonya to a speedy recovery.. Good Luck with the surgery. Toodles Chelle
 
Posted by Micheladas on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:13 PM
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Steven
Steven Millan

 
Rob,I'm sorry to hear about your wife Sonya having colon cancer,for all of my thoughts and prayers are with her and all of the very best of luck that she gets better and beats this thing(and that she comes back stronger).
 
Posted by Steven on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:14 PM
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WrasslinQueen

 
Many blessings to you and Sonya. I will definitely keep her in my prayers. God Bless You Both!
 
Posted by WrasslinQueen on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:26 PM
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LM3: What Once Was FOUND, but now is LOST.

 
much LOVE, PRAYERS and SUPPORT goes out to YOU and SONYA! she will definately kick CANCER's ass!
-Glen and Liberated Minds Youth Program
 
Posted by LM3: What Once Was FOUND, but now is LOST. on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:29 PM
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NEW MYSPACE @ myspace.com/chaingangchickaboo54

 
Hey RVD. just sending some love and prayers your way. I'll pray for u and Sonya. Good Luck. Im positive you will beat this.

Love and Prayers,
Emily
 
Posted by NEW MYSPACE @ myspace.com/chaingangchickaboo54 on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:41 PM
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Seth {GO SOX!}
Seth Tillman

 
you two are in my prayers, lost my mom to colon cancer, pray your result is different, hang in there
"the whole f-n dsd"
seth
 
Posted by Seth {GO SOX!} on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:43 PM
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J.D.

 
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wife, Rob. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery.
 
Posted by J.D. on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:44 PM
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CMoney™ misses his uncle. Rest In Peace Tío Johnny

 
That sucks big time! Hopefully she gets through it fine. :-/
 
Posted by CMoney™ misses his uncle. Rest In Peace Tío Johnny on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:47 PM
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KaYRoN
KhaY RhoN

 
LOVE.
 
Posted by KaYRoN on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - 11:54 PM
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FRO$$T BELFORT

 
our prayers are with you and keep the positive energy going
 
Posted by FRO$$T BELFORT on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:05 AM
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John

 
I"m sorry this is happening, but you'll both be strong for it. Try everything, surgery, acupunture, herbs, do whatever it takes to kick its ass!
 
Posted by John on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:06 AM
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SCOTTY RIGGS
Scotty Riggs

 
SVD & RVD,
YOU TWO WERE IN MY CORNER ... YOU TWO SUPPORTED MY FAMILY AND ME WHEN WE WENT THROUGH OUR ISSUE WITH MY DAD AND HIS CANCER ... YOU TWO GAVE US REAL ENERGY AND STRENGHTH THAT RESONATES STILL TODAY IN OUR LIFES THAT BRINGS JOY AND POWER TO MY FAMILY ... I AM PRIVALEGED TO HAVE YOU TWO AS MY FRIENDS THAT INSPIRE ME DAILY ... LIFE IS ENERGY -- THE POSITIVE ENERGY YOU'VE GIVEN OTHERS WILL BE GIVEN 1000 FOLD OF POSITIVE ENERGY TO YOU TWO -- EMBRACE THE POSITIVE ENERGY THAT IS BEING FREELY GIVEN TO YOU TWO ... LOVE YA.


DOMO & HEIWA,
SCOTTY RIGGS
 
Posted by SCOTTY RIGGS on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:08 AM
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KOVAC

 
All the strength and luck in the world to you guys! You`ll come out victorious for sure!
 
Posted by KOVAC on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:17 AM
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James
James Cousins

 
sorry to hear dude hope everything works out ok
 
Posted by James on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:21 AM
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JAZEN1TCOG THE INGLORIUS BASTERD

 
YO RVD MISS SEEIN YA IN RING HOMIE BUT YO THIS IS BIGGER AND MORE IMPORTANT THAN ANYTHING IN THE RING . STANDSTRONG AND HOPE THEY GET ITALL AND MRS RVD MAKES IT THROUGH GOOD AND ALL. YOU ALWAYS GIVEN US FANS A GOOD SHOW AND MUCH RESPECT AND SUPPORT N PRAYERS THAT YA WIFE MAKES THAT CANCER TAP OUT AND YOU GUYS ARE GOOD N SAFE .

 
Posted by JAZEN1TCOG THE INGLORIUS BASTERD on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:25 AM
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BAW
Julian Gomez

 
some positive vibes are coming Sonyas and yours way from me
 
Posted by BAW on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:25 AM
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Joel
Joel allison

 
sending my prayers and best wishes rvd and svd take care keep us updated
 
Posted by Joel on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:28 AM
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¡Steve!

 
Dude thats great thats its treatable, your positivity is admirable. Here's sending some prayers for a speedy recovery
 
Posted by ¡Steve! on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:28 AM
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Mr. 21st Century™ You Love My $wavor...

 
size=4>Rob & Sonya... My Heart and Prayers are with you, from start to finish. Good, Bad or Indifferent. Just do like Hellen Keller: "Keep your face to the Sunshine and you cannot see the shadows"
 
Posted by Mr. 21st Century™ You Love My $wavor... on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:31 AM
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Divakind

 
Sending many prayers for healing and positive thoughts for both of you.

Much love,
Diva
 
Posted by Divakind on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:35 AM
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Shannon
Shannon Lee

 
I know how you feel about the C word, but I tell you Sonja is going to beat this like a Jobber in a Great Khali match... well... usually he finished those up quickly, it's not the best metaphor. but you get the idea.

I wish you both well and many positive thoughts!
 
Posted by Shannon on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:36 AM
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Justin

 
I hear the best way to beat cancer is to stay positive. Like you said, it can be taken care of. You are both in my prayers.
 
Posted by Justin on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:36 AM
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Nikki Heyman

 
I'm fortunate that cancer has not found my family yet - but I know too many people have watched their loved ones fight. She's young and healthy, so I like her chances. Keep us posted!
 
Posted by Nikki Heyman on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:37 AM
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Mike

 
All your fans here in your hometown are praying for you!
 
Posted by Mike on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 12:39 AM
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