Illness: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: skipy
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 07:07 PM

Thniking of you girl, you WILL pull through this.
Skipy

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Peace
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 07:11 PM

Ditto that.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 14 Sep 08 - 08:39 PM

Thoughts and best wishes to ths Champion Lady today then.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old girl
Date: 15 Sep 08 - 12:44 PM

Thanks for the up date, please keep it up, give her our love when you see her.    Rose & Dave

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Derby Ram
Date: 15 Sep 08 - 01:21 PM

Hazel, give her lots of love and hugs from Sylvia and me.

xxx

Keith

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Gillie
Date: 15 Sep 08 - 03:46 PM

Hope went well with your op today, thinking of you

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Emma B
Date: 15 Sep 08 - 07:27 PM

Visited Theresa this evening before the procedure early tomorrow afternoon.

She asked me to pass on her thanks to you all for your good wishes.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Janie
Date: 15 Sep 08 - 08:23 PM

Chiming in late, as is my wont these days, to send my best wishes and hugs, Teresa. Like others, I so enjoyed you at the 2005 Getaway, and have a lovely memory of you, Colin and I belting out a Joe Thompson gospel song for Ebbie to field record in the wee hours.

Janie

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 16 Sep 08 - 04:20 AM

Thanks Maureen .... it's nice to know she's getting visitors. I'm a bit too far away.

Let's keep the good wishes flowing

Subject: BS: news on treaties
From: elmo 1
Date: 16 Sep 08 - 05:24 PM

To those that don't know theresa has been diagnosed with motor neuron
disease.
Been to see her in salford royal today she`s had a gastric tube fitted unfortunately her voice is going first she is in good spirits
and going to make the most of the time she has left about 3 years roughly.
She is on ward c1 at salford royal visiting 3 til 4 and 6.30 to 8.00
entrance 4 stott lane salford google directions spot on.
Back home friday all being well

elmo 1

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Emma B
Date: 16 Sep 08 - 06:01 PM

I hope to visit again tomorrow will pass on all good wishes

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 16 Sep 08 - 06:11 PM

Hope she will manage to get to some events. I can't imagine Theresa not being a part of the folk world while she still can.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Alaska Mike
Date: 16 Sep 08 - 08:15 PM

Theresa is a very special lady. One of the highlights of our trip to England in 2005 was a singaround at a festival on the northeast coast. My friend Theresa stood up and sang one of my original songs. I have never been so proud. You are in our thoughts and surrounded by our love.

Mike and Tawmmie

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Schantieman
Date: 17 Sep 08 - 01:26 PM

So sorry to hear this.    All the best to Theresa.


Steve

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 17 Sep 08 - 07:57 PM

Home on friday ,hoping the first hurdle went well then.
Can someone PM me Theresas address please

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old girl
Date: 21 Sep 08 - 08:37 PM

Anyone heard how she is and is she home yet?
Rose

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Ebbie
Date: 22 Sep 08 - 03:08 PM

{{{{{Big but Gentle Hugs to Theresa}}}}}

(I still have the little happy bear you sent me.)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Sep 08 - 03:51 PM

Silly card is on its way. Hope it makes you smile.
Mary

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 22 Sep 08 - 09:31 PM

Thanks Sussex Carol nutty ,and SINSULL for the info.
Like old girl I would like to know if Theresa has escaped from hospital after the op.
Guru and yours truly to Whittlebury this weekend ,not the same without Theresa though :>(

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Joan from Wigan
Date: 23 Sep 08 - 09:37 AM

I haven't been on the internet for some time, and have only just seen this thread. Although we haven't seen Theresa too often in Wigan, she has always been held in high regard here, and I have happy memories of her running Leigh Folk Club, and more recently, her singing with the Shellbacks. My very best wishes to her, and hope she can enjoy life as much as possible after the op.

Joan

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Lawrence Hoy
Date: 23 Sep 08 - 05:07 PM

Hi Theresa. Just a little word to say "Hi". Best wishes from Val and miself. Take care. Hope to see you in the not too distant future.

All the best,
Lawrence

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tig
Date: 24 Sep 08 - 07:07 AM

Come on - Somebody must know how she's doing.

Lots of hugs still coming your way Theresa

Love and hugs
Tig
xxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 24 Sep 08 - 07:14 AM

I know she's home but not much more than that. No doubt she will let us know soon.
Love to Theresa xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: JohnB
Date: 24 Sep 08 - 09:50 AM

All the best from Canada too, we also met only once, Holmfirth I think it was.
Hang in there Kiddo, JohnB.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 24 Sep 08 - 04:58 PM

Theresa is home but is still in a certain amount of pain after the op, so getting around is difficult for her at present.

I'm sure she will eventually answer all the texts and emails she has been getting but at present is somewhat overwhelmed by the large number of good wishes that she has been receiving.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 24 Sep 08 - 06:24 PM

nutty
Post job from Richard and Hils soon then.
No reply from Theresa at this time please.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Abuwood
Date: 25 Sep 08 - 12:37 PM

Thinking of you as we head for Whittlebury - Much Love Ali & Steve

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Pauline Dowsett (Calico)
Date: 27 Sep 08 - 06:11 AM

Hi Theresa,
   So sorry to hear the news, we will all be praying for you Theresa.
my e-mail address is [e-mail] if there is anything I can do to help just please get in touch.
                Much love as always
                      pauline

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 29 Sep 08 - 05:51 AM

Theresa was much missed at Whittlebury this weekend but her text was much appreciated. We did indeed 'sing you buggars sing' - probably all the more as we knew she was thinking of us.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 19 Oct 08 - 02:13 PM

I managed to get to Manchester yesterday and spent a lovely afternoon with Theresa, so I thought that I would post an update.

Things have moved on at speed in the short time since I started this thread. Theresa is losing the ability to talk and is finding that the effort involved in doing so can leave her exhausted. She has purchased a machine that will do the talking for her (look out Stephen Hawking) but this will take some time to master.

Physically she is still weak from her spell in hospital and due to an NHS cock-up with her aftercare is only just coming to terms with the new feeding regime.

Given all this, her spirit is still visible and she is trying to cope in the best way she can. So keep the good thoughts flowing.

Hazel

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Gillie
Date: 19 Oct 08 - 03:04 PM

Pass on our good thoughts, all of us here at Mudcat are routing for her. I know that Theresa will master the new technology.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Dani
Date: 19 Oct 08 - 03:30 PM

Of course, good thoughts. Much affection to a strong, wise woman.

Dani

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 19 Oct 08 - 06:28 PM

Please give Theresa my very best good wishes and hugs!

Kitty

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tig
Date: 19 Oct 08 - 06:46 PM

BIG hugs still coming from me, Badger and Firecat.

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Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old girl
Date: 19 Oct 08 - 07:57 PM

Our good thoughts are with her plus a big hug from both of us
xxxxxxxxxxxxxx Rose & Dave

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Little Robyn
Date: 20 Oct 08 - 02:36 AM

Big hugs from Robyn in NZ.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Willa
Date: 20 Oct 08 - 10:22 AM

Much love to Theresa.

Thanks for the information, nutty.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: vectis
Date: 20 Oct 08 - 12:08 PM

Please give her a big hug from me next time you see her Hazel.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 20 Oct 08 - 12:39 PM

Once the Mainers and NHers have a chance to sign in I will post Theresa's book to Carol.


And maybe a tiny nun and glow in the dark religious icon for luck.
Mary

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 20 Oct 08 - 02:06 PM

Hugs from the Papavgerises too

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: r.padgett
Date: 21 Oct 08 - 09:25 AM

o Heck Theresa!

xx Ray

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 21 Oct 08 - 09:48 AM

Massive hugs from me and th' lass, Theresa...
Take care.
MM

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: lady penelope
Date: 21 Oct 08 - 10:45 AM

{{{{{Theresa}}}}}

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Oct 08 - 11:03 AM

Lots of thoughts coming to you Theresa - wish I could do more.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Pistachio
Date: 21 Oct 08 - 07:45 PM

Much love from Hazel xx (The Hissyfit one!)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Janie
Date: 21 Oct 08 - 08:05 PM

thanks for updating us, Nutty.

thinking of you, Theresa.

Janie

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 01:54 PM

Another update from Theresa ---   I know she won't mind me posting it for you all to see.

Hi Everyone Saturday 8/11/08
Kitchen/bathroom now fully functional and a joy to behold, wish I could say the same about me.
Days now taken up with adjusting to a new regime which after being over prescribed by the dietician has now been sorted but there is no joy anymore in looking forward to a really good meal. Although the meals come in umpteen flavours, feeding direct into the stomach just leaves an after taste of baby food in the mouth, .
Today I've started packing for a Musical Cruise down the Danube. Barcelona to Vienna with trips ashore to two operas and on board lectures etc. Flying down to Heathrow on Monday and hotel overnight as flight next day is 8.30am and I don't do mornings very well.
Prescribed food is now packed and has a piece of luggage all to itself, good job the airline will authorise extra baggage allowance for it
My get up and go is looking forward to a bit of R & R. Speech is now really awful and I have been loaned an aid called a Lightwriter. A small keyboard with two back to back screens , there is a speech function but it doesn't understand Lanky dialect, yet! It is very slow and the mechanical voice is out of this world. I'll have to apply myself to wade through the instruction book which when you look something up refers you to another page or two or three till in the end you have forgotten what you were looking for.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tig
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 02:32 PM

Have a really good time Theresa.

I understand coke helps if your feeding 'hole' starts to get bunged ever - my mum was fed like that for quite a while and that's what the specialist nurses used :-)

Glad to hear you aren't letting the B******* get you down and you are treating life as the challenge it is, and WINNING! I can imagine your poor little machine trying to keep up with some of your conversations. Are you going to teach it to sing shanties next?

Lots of love and hugs
Tig
xxxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Partridge
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 02:41 PM

lots of love theresa

Pat xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: jacqui.c
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 03:45 PM

Have a great trip - that sounds terrific.

Just beat that machine into submission and tell it that it's lucky its not having to work on Geordie or Downeast Maine dialects!