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[Tom Thumb Hobbies]

With deep regret I must inform you that Cindy has been diagnosed with a fairly rare form of bone cancer. Treatable... yes. Curable... maybe. Regardless the treatment and recovery period will be close to a year. Many, many changes will have to be made short term to be sure she has the care she needs. For the biggest part of recovery, she will have very restricted mobility. I am working at putting the business in semi-hibernation to be there for her.
 
We will be open only about 20-25 hours per week. All slot racing has been put on hold, although I am working on a way to possibly have a reduced schedule. There are too many unknowns right now to firm up a definite plan, but I will do my best to keep everyone informed about future racing.
 
My apologies to the ORS racers wanting the 2019-20 schedule. I finished the schedule just as this situation started and it never got posted. I have passed it on to the two other BoD members and any decisions will be theirs. Tom Thumb Hobbies will not be hosting any ORS races the season. There is an OCC race scheduled here in January. Since it generally has less of an impact on staff, we hope we can still host it. I have not talked to Justin yet so he may or may not think it best to move the race. The Nolen Memorial Six-Hour Enduro also will not be held this year.
 
The R4/13 is being postponed! It is being moved to March 19-21, 2021. Cindy is adamant about returning to “business as usual” including slot racing as soon as humanly possible. Especially the R4. It is a ton of work but also, we both have many, many friends that we will miss if not for the reschedule.
 
Those of you that have been praying please continue to do so. Any and all prayers are greatly appreciated. Pray often, and not just for her but for all others battling this cruel disease.
 
This is the hardest thing we have ever had to deal with. Cindy is a rockstar with how well she is dealing with it. Me... not so much. I feel like months-old roadkill. But we are optimistic.
 
We will see you all soon!

[Racer36]

Mike and Cindy,
 
You are both in my thoughts at this tough time. I’ll say a prayer for the best possible outcome for both of you.
 
Fight the good fight!

[MSwiss]

Prayers are with you two.

Everyone loves Cindy, and will be cheering her on, as she fights her battle.

Good luck.

[Cheater]

Mike and Cindy,

 

So incredibly sorry to hear this and to know the anguish it has brought to the McMasters family.

 

You know I'll be praying for you both and I hope that will be the case for everyone here at Slotblog, even the ones that haven't met Cindy and you.

[spudboy]

Adding my prayers and well-wishes. May you both find strength you didn't know you had.

[Tim Wood]

Lots of love and prayers and much hope for a healthy recovery. Miracles do happen; my wife is a living miracle.
 
Tim Wood

[Cap Henry]

I'm willing to help with the series until Mike can return, and, if McMasters allowed it, temporarily hold the R4 on the American King at my place if there was interest.

[bradblohm]

Sorry to hear, but best wishes going forward!

[Cheater]

Mike posted some further info about store hours on the Tom Thumb Facebook page and I hope he'll not be displeased with me for re-posting the pertinent info here.

"Effective immediately Jason, who many know as the 'Sunday Guy,' will be opening Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 6: PM. Sundays will still be Noon until 5 PM. We will continue to be closed on Monday as always and for the immediate future Tuesday as well. Since there are still so many unknowns about her treatment and how quickly she will recover, beyond this I can’t predict. Until more is learned Wednesdays and Thursdays are uncertain. Please call ahead on these days. Updates will be posted in as many places as I can.

We both want to give all who have shopped with us a heartfelt “Thank You.” It has been an honor, one which we look forward to continuing. Special thanks to all those praying for her recovery. With faith in God, your continued prayers, her determination, and modern medicine, we are both certain this is only a speed-bump.

1. Please call ahead to check if we are open on days not listed above.
2. Email me at info@tomthumbhobbies.com and I will try to answer promptly.
3. Please do not attempt to leave a message on our voice mail. It is not monitored.
4. I will do everything I can to be of service to any customer. Just understand Cindy comes first.

Thanks for your understanding.
 
Mike
Tom Thumb Hobbies"

[Jay Guard]

Extending my best wishes and prayers for Cindy and the entire McMasters family.  

[Dan Ebert]

I am so sorry to hear this. I always enjoyed my visits to Tom Thumb spanning four decades. But I will be there in 2021 to see both a healthy and well Cindy. I will be thinking of the McMasters family as they start this journey. 
 
Our thoughts  are with you from the North East Raceway group of racers,

Dan Ebert

[Bill from NH]

Mike, you and Cindy will not be alone during this tumultuous period.

[brnursebmt]

Best wishes and continued prayers for Cindy and the entire family. 

[John Streisguth]

Mike: you, Cindy, and the rest of your family are in our thoughts and prayers. 

[Dominator]

Thoughts and prayers to a speedy recovery.

[NJ Racer]

Mike,

 

Best wishes for Cindy and you.

[mgerbetz]

Cindy is definitely a rockstar!

So is Mike, he just doesn't admit to it.

Many prayers. Get well, Cindy.

Mike

[idare2bdul]

Add my thoughts and prayers.

[Steve Deiters]

My Columbus slot racing family is in my thoughts.  Wishing for a quick recovery for Cindy and the needed strength for her loved ones especially for Mike and their children that surround her.

[Justin A. Porter]

We can certainly look into whatever will work best for you and yours, Mike.

We're sending you and Cindy all our best from up here with all thoughts on her making a full recovery.

[sportblazer350]

Mike, lifting up your wife in prayer for a complete healing, and for His peace and comfort during this time for your family.  

[Clyde Romero]

We are all pulling for you and your family down here in Atlanta.

[RodneyZ]

Thoughts and prayers for the whole McMasters family.

Get well soon, Cindy!