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Note from Robert Anton Wilson and his daughter:


Mark Frauenfelder:

Earlier this week I wrote about writer Robert Anton Wilson's unfortunate situation (the short story: he has no money, has a few months left to live, and was facing eviction from his apartment). Yesterday, I wrote an update.

Today, I received this email from Bob's daughter, which contains a note from Bob. It's very moving. People opened their hearts and their wallets, and Bob is going to be able to live out his remaining days in peace. Thank you all very much.

On behalf of my Dad, RAW (Bob), I want to throw my arms around you "like a

circle 'round the sun!" for your loving graciousness in posting Bob's need

on your site. As of about 5 minutes ago, over $68,000 has come in. We are

all overjoyed as it now means that we can continue to celebrate this phase

of his life in the comfort of his own home, with all the care he needs,

until his passing, honored by the loving support of so, so many wondrous

folks. Just last week I was sick with heartache as we were faced with

giving his notice and now, the world has simply and completely -

transformed. Last night, he dictated a note that he wanted me to forward to

you - below is the text. He is very weak, cannot sit up or eat on his own,

and as he struggled with a whispery voice to express his gratitude, he broke

into tears several times. How my heart swelled as I gazed at this man who

has been both one of the most frustrating - and incredible - beings I have

ever known. I would not be who I am today, had I not grown up with him.

Much love, Christina Pearson

BOB'S NOTE:

Dear Friends, my God, what can I say. I am dumbfounded, flabbergasted, and

totally stunned by the charity and compassion that has poured in here the

last three days.

To steal from Jack Benny, "I do not deserve this, but I also have severe leg

problems and I don't deserve them either."

Because he was a kind man as well as a funny one, Benny was beloved. I find

it hard to believe that I am equally beloved and especially that I deserve

such love.

Whoever you are, wherever you are, know that my love is with you.

You have all reminded me that despite George W. Bush and all his cohorts,

there is still a lot of beautiful kindness in the world.

Blessings.

Robert Anton Wilson