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A Message From Bob

April 06, 2006 3:47 PM

Bob's colleagues received the following message from him today:

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I am moving on to outpatient treatment and I can’t tell you what a blessing it is. Though I know there is still a long road ahead, it’s nice to be feeling more like myself again – laughing with family, reading bedtime stories and reminding my kids to do their homework.

I don’t know how I’m ever going to thank everyone for all they have done for me - the military doctors who saved my life and all the doctors and nurses who have treated me; my wife and children, my family and my dear friends who have committed themselves to helping me in my recovery. And all of you, for your seemingly endless support and the love you’ve shown my family.

I have been moved beyond words by the letters, the cards and the genuine good wishes I have received from our viewers. They are a source of strength and a constant reminder of why I am putting all my effort toward getting back to work with you. For now; I am a loyal viewer – proud to watch all of you do what you do best.

Elizabeth Vargas updated viewers on last night's broadcast. [WATCH]

(Above, World News Tonight Anchor Bob Woodruff (left photo--with wife Lee) at home today as he begins outpatient treatment.) 

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Thank God for the great photo and coegent message that indicate Mr. Woodruff's ongoing recovery from his war injury. I happen to support the president as far as the war is concerned but whether any of us support or oppose it, we are all Americans and can applaud the recovery of a fine man who put himself in harm's way rather than sit in a chair in New York. Our prayers continue for a complete recovery and return to the news program.

Posted by: Joseph Murray | Apr 6, 2006 5:34:34 PM

Thank you so much for updating us not only with words, but with pictures of how you are doing. We have missed you very much, and personally, I was thinking the worst. Now that I have seen your remarkable recovery and how you continue to strive to make it back to the newsdesk (We hope!), I have renewed hope for your recovery. While I don't support the President, I FULLY support and love the troops and the brave news correspondents who risk their lives to make America proud. Thank you ABC for updating us. Hurry Back Bob!

Posted by: Lynn | Apr 6, 2006 7:12:50 PM

Our prayers are with you everyday Mr. Woodruff and wish you all the best in your on going recovery. We all look forward to you returning back to the ABC News desk. It was so good to see updated photos you and your family on this evenings news. God Bless You and your family

Posted by: Joyce Lang | Apr 6, 2006 7:22:28 PM

Dear Mr. Woodruff: You look wonderful!!! I was thrilled to see your pictures and see that you are doing so well. I have been praying for you and your family. And, I'm certain that being home with your family is the best place for a full recovery. I'm grateful to our troops who fight for us everyday and for our news correspondents who put their lives in danger to bring us those stories. I wish you continued progress in your recovery and can't wait to see you sitting next to Elizabeth Vargas again!

Posted by: Andrea Davis | Apr 6, 2006 10:32:46 PM

Hi,

When I told a doctor friend of mine about Bob Woodruff's injury, my friend told me that Bob woulnd't be back on the news. Instead, we'd all see him five or so years from now somehow quite changed. Now that this isn't the case, my hope is that Mr. Woodruff will continue to feel compelled, as he did in Iraq, to report what's really going on in the world.

Posted by: molly | Apr 6, 2006 11:01:35 PM

Dear Mr. Woodruff: It is good to hear that you are making strong progress in your recovery. Elizabeth and your approach to bring the important news to us from the places where the news is happening is essential in a free society. I hope when you are ready to run to your desk that you and ABC news will continue to flow the news as you had began to do.

Your profession is a honorable and important one and not without risks. I hope and pray that when you are ready to resume your work that you will be able to tell the story of your personal travil but also that of our fellow Americans wounded in war throughout the ages and how they are doing.

Posted by: Keith Chernikoff | Apr 6, 2006 11:10:38 PM

I hope you get better soon, Bob, and hope to see you back on WNT.

Posted by: E. | Apr 7, 2006 12:19:47 AM

W O W!!! how great to see your face & beautiful eyes once again!
I wish you all the best with your recovery & know you will get better faster being at home with your lovely wife and children.
See you soon on the evening news...just in time for Elizabeth to leave to give birth?? :)
Take care & keep smiling!
Sandra

Posted by: Sandra | Apr 7, 2006 9:27:17 AM

Thank you for sending all of us concerned folk out here the updates on Bob Woodruff's continuing recuperation. The recent photos are wonderful, and so encouraging, for both he and his family, as well as many others who have suffered injury.
We look forward to the day when you can tell us in person that he is back on the news.

Posted by: Ann Switzer | Apr 7, 2006 9:53:20 AM

Dear Bob:

I can't tell you how relieved I was to read your words and see you back at home recovering from your injuries. It has been a very sad year for all of us....losing Peter Jennings and Dana Reeve....your return will give us hope and be triumphant!!! Continue to recover and know that all your viewers are looking forward to seeing your beautiful face again on ABC!!!

Cheryl Gross

Posted by: Cheryl Gross | Apr 7, 2006 10:22:28 AM

Bob,
I watch your progress all the time. It was wonderful seeing you on GMA this morning.
As part of the ABC extended family, it is nice to get positive up dates on your progress. Keep it up.

Posted by: herriron | Apr 7, 2006 10:31:09 AM

I am so glad to hear you are doing well. I look foreward to your return on World News Tonight. I hope for your family's sake,that you don't return to Iraq. God Bless you and yours. Sincerly Pat Callistro

Posted by: Pat Callistro | Apr 7, 2006 10:58:13 AM

Tell Bob Woodruff that I dont care if he has a third eye and has to speak through one of those electronic voiceboxes, I want him back on the air ASAP, okay?

Anybody tough enough to go into the middle of a war, take a bomb blast and come back is an inspiration to everyone who has lost someone or who has an injured loved one from the war.

Goooooo Bob!

Posted by: Jeffery Haas | Apr 7, 2006 2:23:43 PM

Mr. Woodruff,
It amazing how one can get caught up in the life of someone that I do not know personaly.
I pray for the best for you and your family.
Take your time. Enjoy your family. I don't know if you are a man of faith or not. If you are continue to put your faith in God.
I will look forward to seeing you again on the news.
Johnnie W. Skinner

Posted by: Johnnie W Skinner | Apr 7, 2006 3:47:19 PM

Dear Bob, it was so good to see how well you are doing, our prays have been answered. Keep up the good work and continue to keep the FAITH because that is why your doing so well. My best to your lovely wife and children who make it easier each day to continue to improve.
Faith A. Myers

Posted by: Faith | Apr 7, 2006 7:38:51 PM

Bob, you are looking great! The silence surrounding your condition created an uneasiness concerning your recovery. It's great to see your smile. May God continue to work a miracle in your life.

Posted by: Carol | Apr 9, 2006 1:50:17 AM

I find it interesting that now after you had an injury in a warzone maybe the coverage will change a little bit.

The peace-nik presentation by Walt Disney (ABC) is almost if not worse than CNN's converage.

Realism is one thing, toning it down is something else. I notice the coverage of the tornado damage is just as interesting as the coverage of Shock and Awe on Fox News.

Posted by: Charles Glasgow | Apr 9, 2006 2:04:37 PM

Bob, It is such a relief to see your photos. As we are watching you and your co-workers each night you become almost a part of the family. I was very distressed for the injuries to you and Doug. Best wishes for a fast and speedy recovery. Good luck with the kid's homework, I know that is not a battle easily won.

Posted by: j kiss | Apr 10, 2006 4:03:54 PM

It was so great to see pictures of you and read a message from you about your recovery! We have had you in our prayers and thoughts so often, and look forward to seeing you back bringing us the news. Take care of yourself and your family--we are pulling for you!!!

Posted by: Maryann Keifer | Apr 20, 2006 1:22:52 AM

Bob I hope that you will be well again soon to return to World News Tonight.

Take care and keep it up.

David
Melbourne,Florida

Posted by: David | Apr 24, 2006 7:25:19 PM

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