I have, just this very moment, learned that noted Mudcatter, minstrel and FINE singer of folk music who has starred on international stages in Europe and The Americas has recently endured the subject Birthday.

Now, knowing and admiring John, NAY... Giok... as I do, he would ask for no fanfare. But, I know he would smile at it! On accounta he's a gruff old bugger BUT that there lad?... well, he's all heart.

Nice ta know ye and I hope I do for a long while yet.

Happy birthday!