Art Thieme-getting connected-new tech question

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 13 Oct 12 - 10:09 PM

me, too!!

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: gnu
Date: 14 Oct 12 - 12:41 PM

Warms my heart. Thanks, kat.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Elmore
Date: 14 Oct 12 - 01:40 PM

Been playing one of Art's cds recently and wondered how he was doing. Glad to hear the good news. Thanks Kat.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 14 Oct 12 - 03:47 PM

Excellent news!

Best wishes,

Peter

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Charley Noble
Date: 14 Oct 12 - 04:53 PM

There was a nice photo of Art and Carol posted to Cathy Fink's Facebook page last week, with Cathy leaning over the couch behind the two of them. They all looked great.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: BK Lick
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 07:18 PM

Had a short telephone call with Art yesterday. He sounded to be in good spirits, although a bit weary of being confined to bed most of the time until his pressure sore heals. His greatest joy is visiting with their grandchildren. He was looking forward to a visit today from a good friend, Tom Martin-Erickson, long-time host of Simply Folk on Wisconsin Public Radio. He misses being able to check in here with all of us and hopes to be able to get back on the computer soon. Of course I told him how much he is loved and missed here.

—BK

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Janie
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 07:45 PM

Thanks for the update, BK. It is good to have news.

And thanks for letting him know of our continued care and concern.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: maeve
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 07:45 PM

Thank you very much, BK!

Maeve

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: katlaughing
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 09:10 PM

Yes, thanks, BK. So good to hear things progress.

atb,

kat

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: YorkshireYankee
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 09:18 PM

I'm off (in just over 24 hrs) to visit my family in the Chicago area. Crystal Lake is not far from where my folks live, and I have been thinking for a while now I might be able to visit Art when I am staying with them (although he does not know me personally, but I of course know who he is!).

Do you think this would be OK? If so, I can call the care home - on the day - before heading over, but should I call his family first to make sure there's not a problem?

Any advice gratefully accepted...

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: gnu
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 09:22 PM

Darn good to hear! Art enjoying the visits by the grandchildren... now, if that don't make ya shed a tear of joy, well, say no more.

Thanks for the update, BK.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Bill D
Date: 28 Oct 12 - 09:47 PM

Been thinking of Art a lot recently, and inflicting some of his 'humor' on others.. *grin*... I hope he gets a chance to be back at a computer soon.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Waddon Pete
Date: 29 Oct 12 - 04:13 AM

Grand news!

Thanks BK and keep up the good work, Art.

Best wishes,

Peter

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Elmore
Date: 29 Oct 12 - 01:45 PM

Thanks for .the good news BK

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: ChanteyLass
Date: 29 Oct 12 - 04:34 PM

This news made me smile.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012
From: Pete Jennings
Date: 29 Oct 12 - 04:39 PM

Me too! Best wishes, Art. Pete.

Subject: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: katlaughing
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 10:35 AM

Some encouraging news which Chris posted to FB:

"Art Thieme
Hello, folks. This isn't exactly Art, just his proxy, Chris CT Thieme. Dad has had a hard time getting to the computer, but he sure misses everyone. He's asked me to help a little with the communication gap. Thanks to those in the area, and some out of the area, that have been stopping by to see him. He's doing pretty well all things considered. We're working towards getting him back on the computer, but in the meantime, I'm going to do my best to bridge the digital divide. Thanks to you all for your love and support."


Thank you, Chris and much love to Art & Carol.

kat

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: GUEST,999
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 11:30 AM

Ditto that from me.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Charley Noble
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 12:17 PM

Thanks for passing on the better news.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Mark Ross
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 12:38 PM

Just talked to Art a little while ago. He seems in good spirits, even if he is still laid up in bed.

Mark Ross

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: ChanteyLass
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 09:47 PM

Good news about Art is good news! Great news will be when he can use a computer again.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: gnu
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 09:51 PM

Thanks for the updates. Means a lot to... well, I am kinda guessing a LOT of people.

Keep on keepin on, Art.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Janie
Date: 09 Nov 12 - 11:38 PM

thanks Kat and thanks Chris.

I don't post much here, Art and Carol, but because I am out of sight does not mean you are out of (my) mind, daily.

Looking hopefully toward the day I open this thread and see even a simple "Hi Folks. Art here."

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: RoyH (Burl)
Date: 10 Nov 12 - 07:30 AM

Greetings Art, Roy and Elaine are still thinking about you. Best wishes to Carol too, and thanks to your son for keeping us all informed as to your progress. Hang on in old pal. ROY

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: kendall
Date: 10 Nov 12 - 02:02 PM

Laid up in bed? Best place there is.

An interviewer from the local paper was talking to 90 year old spinster ,Bessie Stickney. Among other things, he asked, "Have you ever been bed riden"? She replied, "No, but I had it once in a dory"

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Joybell
Date: 10 Nov 12 - 03:16 PM

Kat and Chris would you please pass on our thoughts and good wishes to Art. He's in our hearts.
Are we able to ring him from Australia Chris? True-love used to do that. They are old friends.
Love and hugs, Joy

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Leadfingers
Date: 10 Nov 12 - 06:43 PM

Good to know that Art is getting there !

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 10 Nov 12 - 06:54 PM

If Art feels up to mudcatting I can give him a notebook computer please let me know

love ya Art

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Elijah Browning
Date: 19 Nov 12 - 03:40 PM

Hey all,

Had a great time taking the kids to see Sons of the Never Wrong last night. Can't wait to update Dad. Thanks to all for the kind wishes and patient waiting on updates. "If it wasn't for time, we'd have to do everything at once." Ain't that the truth.

Chris

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 19 Nov 12 - 03:52 PM

Art should have the notebook by the end of the week. I am just finishing it up

Dan

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Elijah Browning
Date: 19 Nov 12 - 03:59 PM

Can't thank you enough. Once it gets here, I'll update you all on the progress. Current goal - Skype!

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: katlaughing
Date: 19 Nov 12 - 09:38 PM

YES!! Three cheers for olddude/Dan and many thanks to Chris!!

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Janie
Date: 19 Nov 12 - 09:43 PM

Three Cheers!

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 20 Nov 12 - 04:09 AM

3 more cheers

sandra (waiting patiently until Art is back with us)

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: gnu
Date: 20 Nov 12 - 05:43 AM

Dan's the man, I tell yas.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 20 Nov 12 - 08:26 PM

This is a very very good notebook, I had to load linux on it because I have no spare copies of windows, however, it is even easier to use then windows and I will supply full instructions so no stress. Just click connect and rock on ..also you have no need to worry about virus or spyware due to the op system. Now can someone send Art some decent headphones so he can listen to music. I don't have a spare set ... and if you got a spare webcam please send that also ...

love Dan

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 20 Nov 12 - 08:28 PM

Dell Latitude 630C ... Ubuntu Linux just purring on it he will have fun and needs no software it all there including skype

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 20 Nov 12 - 10:27 PM

Very very simple to use, I just upgraded to version 12 of ubuntu linux. The machine has a built in Vpro Intel Centrino processor. Lots of memory and hard drive space. It flies, now we have to get him some headphones so he can listen to music and we need a webcam. If someone has them please let me know before I go buy him some.

touch pad on the notebook but I will send a mouse along because I know he is more use to a mouse. Sharp sharp screen. love it .. perfect .. we need to get him back with us asap. No fun being sick without your friends around

love ya Art

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: BK Lick
Date: 21 Nov 12 - 01:07 AM

Just sent via Amazon a pair of Sennheiser HD201 Lightweight Over-Ear Binaural Headphones. Also included a pair of Panasonic RPHJE120S In-Ear Headphones (earbuds) 'cause they might be easier to use while in bed. Also included a Y-Splitter with Volume Control so's Carol can listen in too. Should arrive by Monday.

—BK

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 21 Nov 12 - 01:43 AM

BK
Thank you my dear friend. all other catters please send Art your music so he can listen, lots of CD's huh, it is really hard to be stuck in a place without your friends there.

I thank all of you from my heart

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: gnu
Date: 21 Nov 12 - 02:31 AM

I am almost glad I cannot sleep. Warms my heart to read your posts.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: katlaughing
Date: 21 Nov 12 - 02:09 PM

Mudcatters are the most beautiful people with such big hearts. Thank you Dan and BK...what a wonderful thing you have both done. It will be wonderful to have Art here, but I think he will get the most out of it on youtube and listening to you all. I know they used to enjoy netflix, too.

luvyakat

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 21 Nov 12 - 02:54 PM

It should be there on Saturday, it went out today ... it is a dandy and I loaded it up ... Now if folks want to send him CD's he will have lots to listen to ...

I forgot to include the external mouse but the touch pad is perfect. If it is an issue someone just let me know and I will send it .. I also have a spare battery but the one in there runs for over 2 hrs off plug so it is in good shape. Again just let me know and I will ship that also if he wants.

It is Linux but very very simple to use, easier than windows, there is a menu on the left side just click internet, enter the one time security key for the wireless and bam he is on .. everything is configured.

We need a webcam as the company that gave it to me doesn't allow them on their notebooks so if anyone got an external webcam let me know or I will just buy him one next week

Thank you all
will be great to get Art back with us. Thank you BK so kind of you
love Dan

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 22 Nov 12 - 07:30 PM

Happy Thanksgiving Art and Carol get back with us soon we all miss you

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: olddude
Date: 23 Nov 12 - 06:05 PM

tracking says the machine got there today, hopefully he will be with us shortly ...

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 23 Nov 12 - 06:28 PM

Great news, Dan! Thanks from all of us!

SRS

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: gnu
Date: 23 Nov 12 - 06:48 PM

Dan, BK... yas just make me shed a tear. Thanks... not just for what youse are doin for Art... for MY heart. Truely heartwarming. Big Pete gonna seat youse at the big table facin us.

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 23 Nov 12 - 09:01 PM

I won't be at the table, I will be hunting and fishing with my brother Gnu

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: gnu
Date: 24 Nov 12 - 05:09 PM

They got a lodge in heaven? Damn! I had better clean up my act!

Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us
From: maeve
Date: 25 Nov 12 - 04:37 PM

I'm really looking forward to seeing Art's posts again.