BS: Rick's health Update

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: SINSULL
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 07:08 AM

Figured out the problem...lavendar has an "A". Keeps the wax from dripping through the holes. I love you, Rick. Heather too. Stay strong.
M.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: GUEST,Dani
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 06:53 AM

What did the fish say when he hit the concrete wall?

DAM!
__________________________________

It's very hard to let people give you what they can to help. This different venue, this weirdo wonderful community that loves and reveres you, helps give you what you need, and we can really pour it on precisely because you DON'T look us in the face every day! Let it. Let EVERYONE you know or pass by give you what they have to offer to help you - psychically, physically, emotionally, musically. You've done plenty of giving in your life. It's time to receive.


Dani

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Partridge
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 04:09 AM

positive thoughts winging there way across the pond to you and yours,

love

Pat x

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Mark Cohen
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 02:28 AM

So Sid and Gladys are sitting in the sunroom at the nursing home, and Gladys says to Sid: "I bet I can guess your age."
Sid says, "What?" (He's a bit hard of hearing, is Sid.)
Gladys says, "I CAN GUESS YOUR AGE. Been reading about it in a book. I'll bet you fifty dollars I can guess your age."
"Fifty dollars? OK, you're on, go ahead."
Gladys says, "All right, first you have to stand up."
Sid says, "What kind of pup?"
Gladys shouts, "STAND UP!" So he does. "Now, turn around."
"What?"
"You heard me. Turn around...OK...now, drop your pants."
"WHAT???" Sid asks, hoping he heard wrong.
"I said drop your pants. Hey, 50 bucks isn't chopped liver. I have to do this right."
"You've gotta be kidding."
"No, it's in the book. Go ahead and drop 'em."
Sid grumbles, but obliges. "Now turn around again."
More grumbling.
"Good. Now drop your shorts."
"Who's Dr. Schwartz?"
"No, no," says Gladys, loudly. "I said, drop your shorts!"
Sid stares at her, horrified.
"I AM NOT GOING TO DROP MY SHORTS IN PUBLIC!!!"
"Come on, Sid," Gladys wheedles, "if I'm wrong it's fifty bucks for you. Just humor me."
"Oh, all right," he says, turning even pinker than usual.
"There, that's fine...now, turn around again...go, on, just do it."
"OK, are you satisfied?"
"Great. Let me see...you're...uh...you're...eighty-seven."
Sid is amazed. "That's exactly right! How did you know?"
Gladys looks at him over her trifocals, and smiles sweetly.
"You told me yesterday."

Lots of healing energy here in the islands, Rick, and it's being channeled your way.

Aloha,
Mark

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Mudlark
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 01:42 AM

Rick...maybe not great news, but the best news is who you are, what you have been and how wonderful it is to have you with us still. Thanks for keeping us posted...you are important to us all.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Ebbie
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 01:40 AM

Amos, it's interesting that you should list 'showers of golden vibrations'. I experienced that for a few days myself back in 1988- I believe it was prayer and nurturing thoughts made visible. Rick, whether you see the golden particles or not, be assured they are there. Freely we give you of our strength to enhance your own.

By the by, Amos, maybe you could list 'oosik' too. I don't know how many are lurking about Toronto but most every Alaskan household has one; talk about strength and inspiration. One look at one of those things and Rick should perk right up. :)

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Little Hawk
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 01:09 AM

Life is an adventure and it keeps changing. It won't stand still. All I can say is, knowing you has certainly made my life richer, Rick. Count on sharing a few more adventures somewhere down the line...where and when we don't know...but count on it.

- LH

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Amos
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 12:48 AM

FLOOD RICK!! Purple globs, gooblick, oobleck, pablum, sum-dung-too, caterwhumpus oblongatus, furballs, purr-balls, clouds of golden vibrations, showers of Granola -- whatever floats yer boat, send it over!!

A

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Sorcha
Date: 12 Aug 03 - 12:24 AM

Great big purple globs from Wyoming............smooch smooch smooch say the purple globs..........

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Bert
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 11:39 PM

I love it SINSMELUV - Those purple globs will make Rick well.

Ok Rick more purple globs coming to you from Pennsylvania.

Bert.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Deckman
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 11:24 PM

Mina Rakaastaan Sinua! Bob

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 11:17 PM

Rick, I very much empathise with what you're going through, and send you all my best.

Chanteyranger

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: harpgirl
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 10:51 PM

Enjoy life while you can, my friend. None of us know how much time we have left on this tiny rock......

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Steve Latimer
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 08:13 PM

Nice to hear you on the radio tonight Rick. You have to beat this thing, who else would play the Stanley Brothers on the radio in T.O,?

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Sorcha
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 07:59 PM

LOL, SINS. I put them cheap ass candles outside....but I'm with you on this one.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: SINSULL
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 07:47 PM

Last night I lit some candles for you and me and a few others, lavender. Unfortunately, I burned them in pretty little pierced votive holders. Cheap-assed candles didn't burn evenly and the wax poured over the sides and through the holes. Wax all over everything on the shelves underneath and the floor. Burned myself with hot wax when I picked up the holders. Purple stains on a new blouse. The end result? I created stress, agida, and purple globs. Sorry - it was meant to comfort.
Tonight I will just pray.
For you and for Heather.
Mary

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Alba
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 07:35 PM

Thinking of you Rick.
With Love, Hope and Best Wishes from here in Northern Maine to You and Heather.
JD

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: GUEST,Sorcha, on the IP site
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 07:34 PM

Rick, you just GOTTA be OK. You hear me, man? You want Auntie Scorchy to Scorch your butt?

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Carly
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 07:15 PM

Thank you for letting us know what's happening, Rick. Our thoughts and our hearts are with you and Heather.
Sent with love, Carly

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Deckman
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 05:17 PM

Good thoughts and wishes to you from the West Coast. Bob(deckman)Nelson

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: GUEST,leo condie
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 05:11 PM

much peace to you, rick. your attitude concerning the whole affair is absolutely inspiring.

leo.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: bbc
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 04:21 PM

Dear Rick,

Thank you for letting us know the latest. I know that my life is richer for having come to know you. I like Amos' idea of recording more music, if you can. Keep fighting, dear, & know that our thoughts & prayers are w/ you!

with love to you & Heather,

barbara

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Art Thieme
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 03:26 PM

Sorry, folks---and Rick,

We had a lightning storm that took me off line quite suddenly. But it passed quickly and power returned. The lightning strike that cut the power seems to've posted what I was writing. I've no idea what that is all about.

I suspect you know pretty much what I was trying to say.

Art

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: GUEST,God
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 03:00 PM

Be it known to ye all, Heavenly Requisition Order D-28, concerning one R. Fielding, has been cancelled, I repeat cancelled. Put thine harps away and leave the man alone, agnostic, atheist or not!

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Art Thieme
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:58 PM

Rick,

You know I'm with you.

Here, the prostate cancer is not growing. I keep testing every six months. The MS is anoying and it manages to hit me where I live. Still, this life is a hell of an adventure. Today I took my favorite person in all this world up to Rockford for yet another ECT (electro-convulsive-shock) treatment. So far, these are doing wonders for her and her world outlook. We take care of each other---and it's a real priviledge. Through Mudcat we will do what we can. Just KNOW that

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Bill D
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:22 PM

well...not what we wanted to hear, hmm? There's no way to say much except to echo your own thoughts, Rick...do what you can do and keep upthat "humor and dignity" that we have come to know and appreciate.

Whatever happens, you have made both the 'real world' and Mudcat a better more "interesting" place! *grin*

I like your mindset...that narrow place between "never give up" and "deal with the reality of it all"

Hope you will sign in often and share the good stuff while we see how it goes...

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Jack The Lad
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:18 PM

I heard a tune on Hober Radio and I thought "God , that guy is good" So I looked to see who it was and it was you, Rick.
Get Well Soon,
Jack The Lad

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Bobert
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:17 PM

Life is a sinch, inch by inch. Life is hard, yard by yard. One day at a time is the best any of us can do. So, Amos is right. Go record something today and know that there are one heck of a lot of folks here with you, my friend.

That would be the advice of my Uncle Phil, who is now a 23 year cancer survivor though he has never been in complete remission. Plus he'd remind you to eat properly and us whatever is necesary to keep you regular...

My thoughts and prayers are with you...

Bobert

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: katlaughing
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:07 PM

Thanks for the update, Rick. You know where our hearts are...love you, dearly...kat & Rog

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Steve Latimer
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:05 PM

Damn. Keep on fighting the fight Rick. Our thoughts are with you.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 02:02 PM

Here in dairy country we see T-shirts that say, "The udder side."

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Janie
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 01:39 PM

Ah Rick & Heather.

May you experience the love of us all surrounding you as you take in each day to its fullest.

Did you hear about the blonde (of which I am one) who was soooo blonde that she thought the TGIF on her T-shirt meant "Tits go in front?"

Peace and strengh your way,

Janie

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: momnopp
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 01:22 PM

As my little, 5 year-old friend with Neuroblastoma has said, "I'm gonna kick all those cancer cells' butts!"

We love you, Rick -- keep a song in your heart.

Peace,

JudyO

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: kendall
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 01:09 PM

Never give up. We love ya, Mate.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Amos
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 12:58 PM

Goddammit, Rick!!

HEre's what I think, if you're gonna be lilke that. Ya better get a videocam, get someone to capture you giving lessons and start recording every damn thing you know on video and make a bunch of CDs for sale showing your stuff from beginner on up, banjo, twelve-string and all. That oughta keep you busy for a few years, huh???


A

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 12:56 PM

Rick, I think of you often. Keep posting and all the best to you.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 11 Aug 03 - 12:48 PM

Well, I'd like to say that all the interferon and chemo have gotten together and kicked out the nasty cancer cells, but they haven't. Leaving me with a very much "live for today" attitude, 'cuz there may not be a tomorrow. It's a bit scary, but as I've said many times here, the best method for me to deal with adversity is humour and dignity.

I'm not in any pain or discomfort, and I have to admit that the thought of NOT having to deal with the side-effects of chemo-therapy is quite a relief...no matter WHAT the future holds.

I'll try to keep up my Mudcatting as long as I can, 'cuz it's still the best "R and R' I know of. I'll keep ya posted on further developments.

Cheers

Rick.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Steve Latimer
Date: 04 Jul 03 - 03:09 PM

Hey Rick,

Are you up to picking a few in the next little while?

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: catspaw49
Date: 03 Jul 03 - 10:36 PM

"The crowd bursts into song from the tabletops as Rick saunters into the spotlight..."...and takes up the song himself.......

"Prune Juice
You make my bowels loose
Prune Juice
You really move me
I gotta' go for sure....."

.........and exits in haste, Stage Left.

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Jul 03 - 10:19 PM

And now begins the throbbing beat and primitive chant...

Wild Thing,
You make my heart sing
You make everything grooooovy.

Wild Thing
I think you move me
But I wanna know for sure.
Come on and hold me...
You move me...

The crowd bursts into song from the tabletops as Rick saunters into the spotlight...
Sorry. I saw it in a movie once. Seemed to work. I'll be quiet now.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Raptor
Date: 03 Jul 03 - 12:18 PM

Hey Man your music Moved me!

It really Moved me!

Raptor

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 03 Jul 03 - 11:10 AM

Hey sorefingers...go for it! I spent three years as the resident "know it all" on matters technical here at at Mudcat U. I ran out of things to say a long time ago, ha ha!

Thanks for the wishes folks, they mean a lot.

Rick

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: GUEST,sorefingers
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 11:40 PM

Awe shucks not dead yet! and there was herself dreaming about being the Guitar Doc on Muddie....

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: CarolC
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 11:23 PM

Hey Rick. JtS and I are going to be in your area at various times between now and mid-September. I'll be sending you a PM some time in the not-too-distant future to see if you'd be up for a couple of visitors in your garden some afternoon.

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: wysiwyg
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 10:24 PM

Love and prayers from here, Rick. PM me if you want my secret phone number at my paw-in-law's, where I'll be July 7-17, thinking of you.

And hey, do what you need to do, a'ight? You know what that is.

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Amos
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 10:20 PM

Yep, Norman Cousins, armed with a bunch of Charlie Chaplin videos, laughed himself to wellness. I always figured if I could just find the right kind of joke, I could laugh myself to great wealth,in like wise -- kinda like shifting the frequency on a radio, y'know? But somehow my joke never came in...


A

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Little Hawk
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 10:08 PM

Hey, Rick, thinking about you in Orillia. I send my good wishes, as always.

- LH

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: InOBU
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 09:24 PM

HEY RICK!
Been a tad buisy for the Cat. Doing a bit of fieldwork, travelling around, and such, working on a few cases, but, I noticed this thread and had to drop in. GET WELLER! If yellin at you helps, hope it does, GET WELL AND OUT AND ABOUT YA TALLENTED GIT!!!!!!!!!!
Cheers man, what else can I say?
Larry

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: Alba
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 08:08 PM

Best Wishes from the Backwoods of Maine Rick.
Thinking of You and Best Wishes to Yourself and Heather:>)
A

Subject: RE: BS: Rick's health Update
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Jul 03 - 06:58 PM

Snoring eh? I know nothing about that. And i will smack anyone who says different.
Glad you're home. Now stay there. It's not healthy to be sleeping around with strange men, whether they snore or not.
SINS