BS: Thoughts for Big Mick

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 31 Dec 13 - 12:24 PM

Rap... Amos will "... go off his feed and before you know it he'll be playing a b***o."

He can't play a bongo. Delicate hands you see.

Mick... ask fer extra meds.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Severn
Date: 31 Dec 13 - 11:37 AM

Yes, but with your own room, your friends and relatives can stop by for a bit of a jam session while the night nurse smiles on from a booth outside. Or maybe I was just lucky......

I've spent both Christmas and New Years as well as a birthday in between in one of those places, and I can say that I've spent worse times outside the horse-spittle on each of those days in my lifetime........

Hang in there the best you can and know that you have a hellova lotta friends and support out there.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Dan Schatz
Date: 31 Dec 13 - 11:14 AM

Mickers?!

D

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Willie-O
Date: 31 Dec 13 - 11:13 AM

Have a relaxing New Years, Mick. You know whats less than three months away....
W-o

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 31 Dec 13 - 10:10 AM

Mick -- please stop fooling around with the nurses and GET THE HELL OUT OF THE HOSPITAL!!! Now you've got Amos all worried and he'll pace the floor and strum that thing he strums and go off his feed and before you know it he'll be playing a b***o.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Elmore
Date: 31 Dec 13 - 08:35 AM

I wish you a complete recovery and a better new year than this one has been.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Amos
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 10:32 PM

My thought for Mickers: you have too much ahead to fall behind, my friend. Let power fill your cells and uncompromising strength course through your soul. Grow strong and come out fighting. You are loved.

A

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: bbc
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 10:28 PM

Thanks, Dan! Good to hear!

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: McGrath of Harlow
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 10:03 PM

"Sometimes, being in a ward is better. Not near as good as yer own bed but ..."

Well, best to have a bed to yourself in hospital, gnu, but on the whole I'd prefer that bed being in a room with other people. You can meet such interesting ones, and they open up in ways they otherwise don't. For example, one time there was a bloke well on in his nineties who had been a well respected football professional back in the day. His memory was fading and he was pretty confused at times, but when it came to flirting with the nurses he was right back on the ball...

I reckon it'd be great being on a ward with Big Mick. With or without a guitar.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 08:35 PM

Thanks Dan.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Dan Schatz
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 08:20 PM

He's doing well tonight. I'm sure he'll write when he's up to it.

Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: SINSULL
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 07:13 PM

Mick will update us when he feels like it. Meantime, good thoughts, prayers, etc.
SINS

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 06:08 PM

I would tend to agree, Spaw.

So we patiently wait for an update. Well, not all of us patiently in private but I have tended to be come much more calm these days. However, under the circumstances, I am close.

Mick, buddy, you are in my heart today. Good luck.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: catspaw49
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 02:47 PM

I think "outta'" is spelled with two "T's."

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 01:03 PM

One outta three ain't bad, Rap.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 30 Dec 13 - 11:04 AM

You want a thought for Big Mick? Okay, here's one:

GET WELL, GET OUTA BED, AND GET BACK TA WORK!

There! How's that?

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Janie
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 09:05 PM

Tain't witty enough to contribute other than to say still here, and hoping you are chuckling at least as much as am I, Mick.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: GUEST,bert
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 08:49 PM

- physical, mental or otherwise -

Is that the Big Mick that I know?

Hang in there me ol' china.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 08:48 PM

Indeed! As soon as Guinness heard about Mick, they upped production in order to cover all the slaintes to him.

Silly question!

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 08:39 PM

Suddenly there has been a lot more Guinness available and Big Mick's in the horsespittle. Could there be a connection?

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 08:07 PM

I was in a ward a few years back. 4 guys. One guy in bad shape and two of us checked on him a lot. When it got bad, I counted 22 medical staff in the room at one time. It was tense! Poor bugger... just a young guy of near 50. Very sad. One old guy was spaced out on happies but fun to talk to when I could get him to tell me stories. The guy in bad shape and the happy old lad didn't mind my snoring but the poor man directly across from me was hard put. I explained my sleep apnea and he was cool with it. Sometimes, being in a ward is better. Not near as good as yer own bed but schenacadaie (spg? any Celts?).

Slainte big guy... I am pullin fer ya. Good luck.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: McGrath of Harlow
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 06:51 PM

Only just saw this, which was as well, because the news is better, and the Big Fella has spoken.

Christmas in hospital is a drag, as I know from three years back, and worst for the family. But I reckon Mick's being there will be quite good for the other people who have to be in there at this time, especially the nurses. And the cleaners - they always seemed a good lot in my experience.

Having the guitar in there is good company, especially if they've stuck you in a single room, which can be a lot less interesting than a shared ward.

Be back soon, but take your time.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Ebbie
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 04:13 PM

I donate #100 to the Mick's well being...

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: wysiwyg
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 03:20 PM

As long as the Tater's intact. ...!

♣♧♣

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 12:55 PM

Mick, don't listen to her. Listen to the doctors. Listen to the nurses -- especially the nurses. Record what they say and use it to blackmail them later.

Who says a hospital stay needs to be expensive?

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: SINSULL
Date: 29 Dec 13 - 12:13 PM

Too bad you couldn't see all obstacles in your way. You've gone and upended the bed pan.

One day at a time, Mick. For once, do as you are told and get well.
SINS

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 10:53 PM

Wow, THAT'S a relief! I can think clearly now, the pee has gone....

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Crowhugger
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 08:36 PM

All best wishes for a full & speedy recovery, Mick!

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Mark Ross
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 02:56 PM

C'mon Mick, i knew it was time for a vacation, but this is carrying it a bit too far. Hope to talk to you soon,

Take It Easy, But Take It!

Mark Ross

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 02:54 PM

Threatening the doctor with pipes AND banjo - you're lucky he didn't put you out of your misery right then and there. :)

SRS

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: olddude
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 01:54 PM

My thoughts and prayers to our friend. Get outta there Mick
love Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 01:50 PM

Rap, yer on Six... go ahead and pee. Nobody is lookin. Who would want to?

Mr. Lane, it is my duty to inform you that have no choice but to get well soon. The rabble of Mudcat simply will not accept otherwise.

Hang tough, buddy... slainte

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Fergie
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 01:19 PM

Hi from Dublin Mick. Glad to hear that you are repairing. Stay safe my good man.

Ferg

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 01:08 PM

It's been a few days now. When can I stop thinking about him and go to the bathroom?

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: MikeL2
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 09:51 AM

Hi

Get well real soon !! From one Mick to another

MikeL2

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Pete Jennings
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 06:48 AM

Keep digging, Mick.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Ebbie
Date: 28 Dec 13 - 03:56 AM

You got that right, Rap. When Mama is happy, everybody's happy. OK?

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 10:09 PM

He's obedient. He's married, ain't he? He's learned what all successful men eventually learn: Do what women tell you, 'cause it's easier that way.

Now if he only remembers that when Nurse Ratched comes to move him to the NYCFTTS....

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Dan Schatz
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 08:03 PM

Mick, obedient? This also is a new concept.

Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Ebbie
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 07:55 PM

A patient patient? That's a new one.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 07:47 PM

good to read a report from the very patient & obedient patient!

keep up the good work, Mick

sandra

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 06:48 PM

....and leave those nurses alone. They have a job to do.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 06:47 PM

Sending my best wisheds to you, Mick!

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 05:18 PM

Ya know, I was certain this was "Thoughts ABOUT Big Mick" and I had several but they probably weren't something people would want to read. Imagine my chagrin when I noticed the word "for"!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: KT
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 04:02 PM

So good to see your post, Mick. Hang in there, my friend, take one day at a time, and know we're all pulling for ya. Just think of the loving energy that's coming at you from all around the globe. We'll stay tuned...
KT

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Noreen
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 02:46 PM

Warming and healing hugs being sent your way from Windy and Wet Worcestershire, Mick.

Noreen x

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 02:07 PM

Sending you thoughts of healing energy, Mick. May all be known and sorted positively before 2014.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: gnu
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 12:59 PM

Six on six!!! along with Rap and I'd say EVERYbody that knows ya, ya Big Irish Mick.

On a side note, someone not long at Mudcat voiced a negative opinion about Spaw's post. Please allow me to assure all and sundry that anyone who knows Spaw knows Spaw and appreciates the post, most of all, at this point, Big Mick. Yer lucky Spaw toned it down from his usual 'demeanour'... he's gettin old and mellowing thereby. >;-)

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: Rapparee
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 09:45 AM

Dig in and do it. We've got your six.

Subject: RE: BS: Thoughts for Big Mick
From: SINSULL
Date: 27 Dec 13 - 09:41 AM

deal with it as you need to, Mick. We will all be with you.
SINS