BS: Dave Bryant

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: katlaughing
Date: 12 Sep 05 - 12:54 PM

Ebbie, have you read "Tuesdays with Morrie?" If not, I think you would really enjoy it.

Dave, you probably would, too, and, it might help. Still sending you lots of thoughts for Peace and Ease.

kat

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Ebbie
Date: 12 Sep 05 - 12:17 PM

My brother's reaction was an inspiration to me, Wolfgang. And since nothing ever comes out of nothing- he said that his own inspiration came from someone else. His father in law whom he deeply loved, he said, taught him how to die.

My brother loved life- and he really wanted to become an old man someday. At the same time, he was aware that many people don't get to have as long a life as he had already had, and he was grateful for his own longevity.

As someone said about you above, Dave, people frequently spoke about my brother's gifts to them. We all left his presence more cheerful and profoundly grateful and respectful of the extraordinariousness of ordinary people.

My brother was a musician- and whenever I came to visit him he would suggest a song or two. I have many cassette tapes of our singing and playing up to a week before he died.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Wolfgang
Date: 12 Sep 05 - 08:24 AM

I very much like your brother's take to the situation, Ebbie.

Wolfgang

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: freda underhill
Date: 12 Sep 05 - 07:31 AM

Glad to hear he's feeling good, Linda. Sing him a song for me!

best wishes

freda

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Essex Girl
Date: 12 Sep 05 - 04:47 AM

Dave is still keeping cheerful, and is feeling a lot more comfoteable. He is hoping to be able to use a wheelchair soon so he can visit the outside world. (Actually there's a nice Sheps pub just by the hospital entrance). He looks forward to having visitors and phone calls. If you would like the details please PM me.
Linda

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Giok
Date: 10 Sep 05 - 04:00 PM

I'm still so fucking angry about the apparent injustice of this, a stroke first and then this; I mean, come on; this is getting beyond a joke!
Dave mate I wish you all the best, and I hope that whatever you want to happen, happens, and I'm really sorry I'm so far away and can't get to come and visit.
All the very best of everything.
Giok

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: gnu
Date: 10 Sep 05 - 12:45 PM

Thanks for the updates. Still checking in on this thread and still sending thoughts and prayers as I know many others are. I must say, there is a great deal of compassion and wisdom in this thread.

Take care.

g

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Sarah the flute
Date: 10 Sep 05 - 10:40 AM

Hi Dave & Linda

Only just picked this up. What sad news. If it's any consolation, my sister had advanced cancer diagnosed in 1981 and despite having been in a coma and given less than 24 hours on 3 occasions did not pass away until April this year. After her very poor diagnosis she just decided to live each day as it comes. She came and saw us last Sept and we went to a pub session, played, drank and smoked away the evening although we knew she was heading for the final few months (she lived in Spain). I have some very fond memories ...so my message is fight on, you never know no matter how bad it is, and enjoy each day.

Sarah

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Ebbie
Date: 10 Sep 05 - 05:45 AM

Dave may have somewhat the same reaction my brother had. My brother had lymphoma for 12 years then finally developed bladder cancer in 1999 and died. He was 62.

When he was first diagnosed and people came to see him and commiserate with him, he said that at first he was puzzled, he couldn't quite put his finger on it. Then he realized that some people were talking to him as though he were facing something that they never would. My brother was very aware of his own mortality; but, as he said, the only difference between him and his friends was that he was likely - but not with certainty - to die before they.

Enjoy this experience as much as you can, Dave. I plan to - as much as I can - take an active interest in my own endtime.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: YorkshireYankee
Date: 09 Sep 05 - 11:40 PM

Hi Dave... wanted to add my own warm thoughts and hugs (for both of you), but am also at something of a loss as to what to say to this shocking, �#!+≠ news.

Am remembering your & Linda's warm hospitality last spring (2004) -- after having met me only briefly at the European Gather in/near Hull. Based on those two weekends, I have to confess to a serious suspicion that once you are in a 'rest' home, there will be a lot less resting going on there -- but a lot more laughing and singing!

Keeping you both in my thoughts,

Vikki

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: jacqui.c
Date: 09 Sep 05 - 08:14 AM

I went in to see Dave last night.

He's in pretty good spirits and dealing with all the practicalities that the situation has thrown up.

He told me that there is no treatment, the cancer is too wide spread and that all they can do is make him comfortable.

If you get a chance please go visit - he really enjoys having people around and you will come away feeling quite humbled by the way that this guy is coping with his impending death. It puts our everyday moans and groans into real perspective.

Oh, and as usual with Dave, you will be lucky to get a word in edgeways! :0D

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Hawker
Date: 08 Sep 05 - 06:48 PM

Oh Pooo! So very sorry to hear this news, sending you love, healing thoughts and good wishews that you may remain cheerful and painfree.
On a positive note, a friend of mine has a secondary tumour and was told there was nothing they could do, she has been having some new drug as a sort of guinea pig and at her most recent scan the tumour had almost disappeared off the scale, hope they try it on you - in the meantime hang on to that wonderful sense of humour. Love and kind thoughts to Linda too XXXXXXXX
Lucy

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: sian, west wales
Date: 08 Sep 05 - 07:34 AM

I don't know how I missed this before now!

I had a delightful clonc* with Dave at Micca and Phid's handfasting and learned a hell of a lot even in that brief time.

Keep clonc-ing Dave.

siân




*clonc = gossip / catching up on news (west Welsh slang)

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Gadaffi
Date: 08 Sep 05 - 06:19 AM

I think 'bugger' says it all. That, and the stroke!

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Partridge
Date: 08 Sep 05 - 05:53 AM

Bugger, bugger, bugger................thinking positive healing thoughts in your direction.

love

Pat

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Essex Girl
Date: 07 Sep 05 - 06:51 AM

Thanks for all your messages, Dave is very amused at some of the comments. Although he is quite calm and resigned hearing them keeps his spirits up. PHART - Dave would love to see all of you. He will be in hospital for another week or two but then they hope to move him to a nursing home. He is going to try to do a posting himself which I will send on.
Linda

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,FF
Date: 06 Sep 05 - 08:42 PM

We heard the the awful news just before we were about to play at Nellies, it put us right off our stroke I can tell you. Hang in there Dave and Linda, we are all rooting for you, love and best wishes Judith and Bill.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Lanfranc
Date: 06 Sep 05 - 07:12 PM

I don't often stray into the realms of BS, but joined this thread with trepidation that proved all too justified.

Thinking of you both, Dave and Linda, be strong and loving for each other.

Alan

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Dilligaf
Date: 06 Sep 05 - 02:35 PM

BIG HUGS, LOADS OF LOVE, THINKING OF YOU TWO
Dilligaf & Slats
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Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,The Barden of England at work
Date: 06 Sep 05 - 05:43 AM

This is just so unfair. I really don't have the right words to say except it's so bloody unfair. Fighting back as well as you did from the stroke and now this. I just hope you get all the help and care you need to come back from this. I for one will be thinking of you and hoping to see you bounce back very soon.
John Barden

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 06 Sep 05 - 05:09 AM

You're in me thoughts, mate.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Kampervan
Date: 06 Sep 05 - 02:18 AM

Hey Dave

One day at a time, just keep paddling.

There's a lot of prayers and good wishes winging their way in your direction from people you've never met but who's lives you've touched one way or another.

Best wishes

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Snuffy
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 08:21 PM

This is one occasion when I will use a big, big, D.... All my best wishes to you and Linda.

Vaughan

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 03:33 PM

Dave, it ain't over till the bloke with the beautiful voice sings- so just keep quiet mate!!! best wishes and love Linda

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 03:12 PM

Have just caught up with this thread. Love and hugs to Dave and Linda.

Kitty

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: billybob
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 02:23 PM

Bill and I spent a very happy three hours with Dave on Sunday. Typical Dave, I left with a gift of a book ( thanks Dave I spent the afternoon today in the garden with Inspector Morse) while he insists he does not need anything.We had a lovely time talking about the old days and also saw Linda, who is being wonderful. We also saw Peter , Dave's twin brother who is there 24/7, so take care Peter and get a bit of rest!
It was lovely to see you David, and thanks for the singing ,YES he did! See you again soon, and love to Linda and Peter.
Wendy xxxxx and hugs

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 12:13 PM

Dave.

So many memories from Catford (and all points East and West!) in the 70's
Thanks for the songs, and thanks for the time you still give to the English folk scene.
Long may that continue.
All Best Wishes

Ralph Jordan (on behalf of James and John. PJD)

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 11:46 AM

The Plaistow Hospital And Resthome Team are ready to visit... just say the word and the PHART will be with you!

LTS

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Schantieman
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 09:38 AM

Bugger, double bugger and triple bugger.

Very sorry to hear this Dave. Just you keep fighting - and singing!

Steve

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: RoyH (Burl)
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 08:48 AM

So sorry to hear this news Dave. As Bonnie says, "Hang in there.........."    The thoughts and prayers of the harris family are with you. All the bwest mate. ROY

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Moses
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 08:24 AM

Very sorry, Dave, to hear this news and that it's put you in bed.

Just don't let that Avril Betts take advantage of you!

Glad you are feeling a bit better than at Sidmouth - I was there but didn't hear the news until I checked out the Cat.

LoL

Christine

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 04:25 AM

Terrible! Sympathies from sunny Hull.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: pixieofdoom
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 04:21 AM

So sorry to hear this...........very best to you both

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Raggytash
Date: 05 Sep 05 - 03:58 AM

Words are not adequate at times like this, I can only hope Dave can fight and fight. Thinking of you both. I might have to bring Avril Betts antithesis my very own Betty Noir out to play

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 Sep 05 - 07:58 PM

It's yout turn to prove the doctors wrong, Dave. Stay the course!I have no idea what that means but George Bush says it all the time so it must be semi-true and just as important
SINS

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: rock chick
Date: 04 Sep 05 - 07:36 PM

Our (bassic and I) love is with you, may you both find the strength you will need for this from all your friends here and everywhere.

Love shelagh and Gordon xx

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Shanghaiceltic
Date: 04 Sep 05 - 07:22 PM

Hi Dave, Like other on the Cat I have not met you but I just want to send my best wishes and regards to you. From other catters who I have met I have heard some great things about you. Keep fighting!

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Noreen
Date: 04 Sep 05 - 05:27 PM

A big hug for you Dave, and one for you too Linda. So sorry to hear this.

Noreen

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Morticia
Date: 04 Sep 05 - 04:29 PM

Blimey Dave, what a facer!! Still, we know you well enough to know there's still plenty of fight left in you.......my best to you and to Linda.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Richard Bridge
Date: 04 Sep 05 - 03:42 PM

I am sorry to be late posting to this thread but have just got in from Faversham Hop Fest.

Dave has done a huge amount for the mudcat, and a huge amount for English Folk music. I think no-one will fill his shoes.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: jacqui.c
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 09:06 PM

All I can do is echo what everyone else has said.

All the best to you both.

Lots of love from both of us.

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Bonnie Shaljean
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 06:40 PM

I've just seen this thread and am devastated to hear the news. Dave was one of the first folkies I knew, way back in the old days when I moved to London. I now live in Ireland so can't easily visit, but my thoughts and good wishes will. Hang in there, Dave, you have a lot of friends who care about you.

Bonnie    xxx

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Tig
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 04:57 PM

Sorry to hear the news.

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Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Cattail (No cookie)
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 04:09 PM

So sorry to hear that, words are so inadequate but best wishes
and thoughts to you both.

Cattail !

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: MudGuard
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 02:53 PM

I am completely shocked!

Best wishes to both of you, Dave and Linda!

Andy (a/k/a MudGuard)

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,harlowpoet
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 01:57 PM

Hi Dave

Kevin just told me about this news. Wishing you all the best. I've always had the highest respect for you as a performer, and you've encouraged me with my stuff all the time at sessions.

Will plan a visit to South London to see you and Linda

Simon

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 10:01 AM

Sorry to hear this news Dave.

Big hugs to you both

Love Khatt x

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: freda underhill
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 09:27 AM

Dave, I'm Glad-glad-glad I got to hear your wondeful songs last year. I've just had a cat fight with Avril Betts in the Ladies'over which of us can apply liniment!

my love and best wishes to you and to Essex girl

freda

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: GUEST,Wendy
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 09:18 AM

Dave phoned me from his hospital bed last evening, it was so good to hear his voice, he is amazing! He was worried about everyone hearing the news and concerned about all of us!!! Bill and I are going to see him Sunday afternoon so I will take all the love from the "folks" at Walton on the Naze with me.Dave has been a wonderful friend to me and my family for nearly 40 years and we all send much love and hugs ( and to Linda )and lots of positive thoughts.
Lots of love Dave, from my mum and dad, Reg and Margie , brother Tony , and Samantha and Christopher xx

Subject: RE: BS: Dave Bryant
From: Hamish
Date: 03 Sep 05 - 07:06 AM

That's a shock and no mistake. My dad just died recently of cancer - well a heart attack at the end - but he was 84, not a babe like Dave. All the best for what time Dave and you have.

Hamish