Jody Here,
I don’t usually share details of my personal life, but this is kind of a big deal.. I thought that as a weldmonger customer, you deserve to know why I haven’t posted any videos in several weeks and also why I look different.
So here is the news:
I have been in the hospital for a month.
“You have leukemia” is not something anyone wants to hear.
But it is the hand I have been dealt.
Yet, I am full of hope.
I know God is by my side and I don’t even have the words to describe how my family rallied around me.
I have a long way to go with more treatments but I have made some great progress already and I am feeling great.
And...I have a great team of doctors at Emory Hospital who think I will make a full recovery.
So what’s next?
Obviously, a life event like this makes a person think more deeply about life.
So I am asking myself the question…”what is the highest and best use of my time and energy going forward?”
One thing I know is that I have really enjoyed contributing to the welding community and I feel like I have more to give.
So just know that the youtube channel and the store will both keep moving forward...
But I am not sure what that is going to look like.
I will continue to post welding videos but you might also see some podcast type videos sprinkled in along with some other different formats.
All I ask is that you bear with me during this time and of course…
Please by all means, Pray for me.
Sincerely, Jody Collier
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Hello Jody,
Terrible news about your health.
As an amateur welder, I have been learning a lot through your videos.
I wish you a full and as prompt as can be recovery. Hang on there
Best regards from Belgium
Serge
I will be praying continually for you Jody and also your family! I tell people if they want to learn something about welding, YouTube Welding tips and tricks. Your artistic skills in all types of welding are top notch along with camera shots, knowledge, and evaluating weld penetration,& etc. I welded in fab shops and several TVA Nuclear plants for 21 years, so that gives me the ability to know what an excellent welder you are. Iam so glad they are giving you a positive outcome, but the main thing is you and your family have been saved by Jesus Christ!!!
Thanks for the past videos you have shared. May God grant you life so that you can contribute to His kingdom. I will pray for your continued healing and for the continuous work in the welding field.
You have helped me with my welding, and I will like you to be around for a long time.
May God bless you in all that you do.
I will be rootin for ya from up north here. My take is: no use to worry.
Your brain is the most powerful thing you have so just decide to get well.
So sorry to hear this. I’ve learned a ton of stuff watching your videos, and have gotten some really good deals from the store.
Here’s hoping for the best, Jody. Hang in there and keep up the good work.
Jody,
I NEVER comment on any YouTube content however, you have been a fantastic mentor and inspiration for me.
I pray your recovery will be quick and without incident.
Thank you for all you’ve done for the community and me personally.
God Bless you.
Jody. are you going to be selling laser welders. They look interesting. Thanks John D
Thank you Jody. You have really helped me get better at welding. My heart went out to you when you said you had leukemia. You’re in my prayers, much love ❤️
Sending prayers for a complete recovery.
Jodi, thank you for all you do for the welding community. I have learned many things from watching your videos.
Jody
I hope you have a full recovery, you have taught me & so many others so much about your tips & tricks.
All the best Barney
Hi Jody,
Heavy message! I hope you will recover well with enough energy to do your things.
Greetings from The Netherlands
It’s kinda funny the way you worded your message…because I was thinking exactly what you had said…just yesterday I was thinking, you know I haven’t seen a video from Jody I awhile…
Well damn I’m real sorry to hear what you have been going through but really glad to hear you’re on the mend. My dad was blind-sided about 7 years ago with bladder cancer. He was treated at the Mayo Hospital. It was difficult to watch him go thru it all but he has been cancer free now for 6 years. I will say a prayer for you. And thank you for all you have done for us welders.
Hi Jody, sad to hear such a news from you. I hope the treatment will work well and you will fully recover to continue your inspiring mission soon. Health stays first in the line so make yourself comfortable, don´t get stressed and just focus on the treatment. And if felt strong, we will be happy to hear from you again with your new contributions to the welding community. Stay strong.
Buena suerte mi amigo y que lo bendiga Dios.
Jody,
i’m a Cancer survivor …..!
I’ve had major whipples procedure surgery
I still have and live with multiple neuroendocrine tumours on my liver…… they re-appear every 2-3 yrs ….. and need to go back for PRT (peptide receptor therapy)….. knocks me out for a day or so……..
Please don’t google anything on your condition as the internet is full of negative things
Surround yourself with your favourite happy reading material, hunting, camping or what ever else it is that makes you happy …..!
Please get in the healthy juices
Immediately scrap all wheat, corn, and sugars from your intake…..
Meat (for me was my saviour) protein and iron was my best friend ……!
I thoroughly enjoy your tips and tricks videos …….
You will beat this
Look at it and treat this as a stepping stone
Or more like a speed hump in the rd where your forced to sit and idle for a bit in your truck and focus on what makes
yoh happy !!!
Eliminate any negative vibes or people around you
I cannot wait for more of your welding videos post your treatment
Best wishes and prayers for you
Linton Carter
Australia 🇦🇺
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Sorry to see the cruel blow life has dealt you Jody. May your recovery be swift and complete