I've been a fan of John Roberts since "Spencer the Rover is Alive and Well and Living in Ithaca New York" first brought a blush to my eighteen year old cheeks. The fact that the record fumigated my alcoholic roommate didn't hurt any either.
I recently bought Twiddleum Twaddleum, and have been enjoying it immensely. So, I send him my very very best wishes, and hopes for a quick and uncomplicated recovery.