Kendall at Mass Gen. 16 Feb (and current silliness

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Becca72
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 12:22 PM

Bill,
Was he wearin' the leather jacket? If so I think it means you are now head groupie... :-)

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 11:54 AM

I believe, Bill.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Bill D
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 11:45 AM

This morning, I dreamed of visiting Kendall at the hospital, and finding him out of bed & dressed. Then he sang to me....in a slightly higher range than 'normal'....but very clear and sweet.

I'm sure this must be some sort of omen! I'll leave it to the dream interpreters to figger out just what.

Nevertheless, it felt good.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 11:12 AM

Just think of all the wear and tear on your teeth that you're saving!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Amos
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 11:11 AM

Don't worry none, Tink--you are in the company of folks who understand and even encourage your least ladylike impulses...



A

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Tinker
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 11:07 AM

Hmmm like KT I'm not sure this thread is meant for those who deem themselves "Ladies" ..... but that probably means those of us posting belong here.

Captain keep on keepin' on .... and don't hold all your frustration in your back.


tink

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: ranger1
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 10:49 AM

Kendall, think of it this way - with a feeding tube you can't taste how bad the hospital food really is!

Hugs from me!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 10:40 AM

Still trying to figure out how a hospital could be out of green Jell-O.
Refresh

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: bbc
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 06:38 AM

Nice to see you posting on your own behalf, Kendall. Wishing you smooth sailing from here on in!

Barbara

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: maeve
Date: 19 Feb 10 - 05:56 AM

Good morning, Kendall.

Audre Lorde:

    "When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid."

Louis Pasteur:

    "Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal: my strength lies solely in my tenacity."

Robert Frost:

    "The best way out is always through."

maeve

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Genie
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 11:38 PM

Oh, my, Virginia Tam! Soft-core porn smileys? What's this internet coming to!?

And, geez, Kendall, how can you cram for your barium test if you can't eat real food?

Thanks for keeping us updated, Jacquie and Sins.

Kendall, it was such a thrill to see you post again.   Then the setback - not the news we were hoping for.   But do listen to Dr. Spaw, both of youse, and feel all the love and humor and positive energy we're all sending your way.


Kendall, once you get that damned feeding tube out, be sure to tell the hospital staff that if they don't feed him proper, they can KISS your grits!

The next time they let you pee proper, make sure you demand a nurse pretty enough to "make it longer and easier, like Uncle Art says.

Finally, when they get you up walking around in the halls, be sure not to completely tie your hospital gown in the back.   If they ask why, just tell them that you've always wanted to be in the "Peekaboo ICU."

Genie

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: KT
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 11:22 PM

Take heart, my friend.
There.
That's more becoming of a lady than what I said when I read the latest.

Seriously, keep in mind that tube is only temporary, and you'll get through this. You're pretty damn tough. When it gets too rough, think of all those who are holding you in heart and mind.   Jacqui, take good care of you, too.   KT

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 10:54 PM

Pureed squid....

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: artbrooks
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 09:43 PM

Hey - what's the squid gonna do if Kendall gets all the jello?

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 09:42 PM

Pureed steak, pureed lobster, pureed peas, pureed jello, pureed apple pie, pureed single malt....

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: katlaughing
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 09:36 PM

Kendall, at least you won't have to ask "what's for dinner?"*bg*

Tender hugs and lotsa love from Colorado.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Ebbie
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 08:57 PM

Hey, stop it with all this jello talk- olddude is bound to stop by any moment. :)

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 08:45 PM

What is the point of all of these jokes if they're going to put in a feeding tube? No way anyone is going to have him snorting red or green jello OR chocolate pudding out his nose with a tube.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Lorraine
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 08:05 PM

Lots of love and hope from me. Hugs and long distant pets.
Love,
~Lorraine

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 07:39 PM

It was actually a narwhal.

See, this mermaid walks into a bar....

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: gnu
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 05:55 PM

I heard it with a male walrus. Tusk tusk!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 05:38 PM

Didja hear the one about the cabin boy, the Second Mate, and the female walrus?

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Janie
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 05:35 PM

Ach, Kendall. Sorry to hear this, but if the feeding tube aids the healing and gets you better faster, it is worth it. I'm just glad they figured out there is problem sooner rather than later.

Love,

Janie

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: gnu
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 05:30 PM

As for the filthy jokes that are sent to my in box on a daily basis, and you know who you are, I wouldn't send them to Kendall as I know he would take affront to such. Such language and supposed humour is far beneath him.

But not me. >;-)

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: gnu
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 05:22 PM

He has access to a PC, obviously. I sent some CLEAN jokes earlier. So, the only point of posting them here would be for others... what the heck... brb...

A father was approached by his small son who told him proudly,
"I know what the Bible means!"
His father smiled and replied,
"What do you mean, you 'know' what the Bible means?
The son replied, "I do know!"
"Okay," said his father. "What does the Bible mean?"
"That's easy, Daddy..." the young boy replied excitedly,"

It stands for:
'Basic Information Before Leaving Earth.'

=======

There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old family Bible
to her brother in another part of the country.
"Is there anything breakable in here?"
asked the postal clerk.
"Only the Ten Commandments."
answered the lady.

========

"Somebody has said there are only two kinds of people in the world.
There are those who wake up in the morning and say,
"Good morning, Lord,"
and there are those who wake up in the morning and say,
"Good Lord, it's morning."

========

A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city
because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter.
Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read:
"I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't park here,
I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our trespasses."

When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer,
along with this note:
"I've circled this block for 10 years.
If I don't give you a ticket, I'll lose my job.
Lead us not into temptation."

========

There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday
and announced to his congregation:
"I have good news and bad news.
The good news is, we have enough money
to pay for our new building program.
The bad news is, it's still out there in your pockets."

========

While driving in Pennsylvania,
a family caught up to an Amish carriage.
The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humor,
because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed sign...
"Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass.
Caution: Do not step in exhaust."

========

A Sunday School teacher began her lesson with a question,
"Boys and girls, what do we know about God?"
A hand shot up in the air.
"He is an artist!"
said the kindergarten boy.
"Really? How do you know?"
the teacher asked.
"You know - Our Father, who does art in Heaven... "

========

A minister waited in line to have his car filled
with gas just before a long holiday weekend.
The attendant worked quickly,
but there were many cars ahead of him.
Finally, the attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump.
"Reverend," said the young man, "I'm so sorry about the delay.
It seems as if everyone waits until the last minute to get ready for a long trip."
The minister chuckled, "I know what you mean. It's the same in my business."

========

People want:
the front of the bus,
the back of the church,
and the center of attention.

========

Sunday after church,
a Mom asked her very young daughter
what the lesson was about.
The daughter answered,
"Don't be scared, you'll get your quilt."

Needless to say, the Mom was perplexed.
Later in the day, the pastor stopped by for tea
and the Mom asked him what that
morning's Sunday school lesson was about.
He said "Be not afraid, thy comforter is coming."

========

The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how
he was going to ask the congregation to come up with more money
than they were expecting for repairs to the church building.
Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist
was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute.

The substitute wanted to know what to play.
"Here's a copy of the service,"
he said impatiently.

"But, you'll have to think of something to play
after I make the announcement about the finances."

During the service, the minister paused and said,
"Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty;
the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected
and we need $4,000 more.
Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up."

At that moment, the substitute organist played
"The Star Spangled Banner."

And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Dan Schatz
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 04:33 PM

Well, at least he can't complain if they give him grits. I hope this is a temporary setback and - if you'll excuse the expression - a pain in the neck that will be over with and forgotten before long.

Warmly,
Dan

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 04:30 PM

support -0 easy!

humour? well, I suppose I could tell you My Joke

What sits on the bottom of the ocean & shakes?



































ans.      A nervous wreck!









well, I did learn it from the Children's pages of a newspaper decades ago!


love & hugs from sandra

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 03:31 PM

"The resident was called and we were told that he wanted to start feeding Kendall via tube, which did not make the poor guy at all happy. When the resident got there this was discussed and put on hold until today, when they will do a barium swallow to see exactly what is going on down there."

Just heard from Kendall and he failed the barium test. He is getting a feeding tube.

Circle the wagons, guys. Lots of support and humor needed.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Carly
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 01:52 PM

Kendall, if the hospital kitchen cannot get its jello act together, ask them for chocolate mousse instead-the color should do, and it tastes much better! Seriously, we are all glad to hear from you, and if love will do the trick, you will be home before you know it.
Adding my bit of love to the bundle, Carly

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 01:49 PM

Oh my!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 01:36 PM

Kendall

Know what happens when you show any signs of being morose?

Nurse Ratched come give you a spanking.

 
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That should perk you up.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 11:53 AM

Get back on deck, Cap'n! We're takin' a mighty blow: all the harpoons are shivered and the timbers are shaped, the hammocks have been used to replace the ripped skys'l and the head is clogged and overflowing onto the poop deck!

And the anchor's weighed -- it's pretty darned heavy, I kin barely lift it and hold it out at arms length with the little pinkie of my left hand.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: GUEST,Ebbie, housesitting
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 11:28 AM

Good Morning, Captain! Good Morning, ummm ummm This will be a good day.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 11:26 AM

Interesting that the color of the jello is being used as a diagnostic tool.

Was Tom able to stop by and say hello yesterday?

SRS

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: gnu
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 11:17 AM

Right back at ya Kendall.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Rapparee
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 10:23 AM

I shan't make the obvious retort about his hats. I was raised up not to do mean things to sick people, unless they were my brothers and then I could syrup of ipecac in their gruel and stuff like that.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 10:12 AM

I don't know, art. On another thread Kendall says they are giving him medicine to make the swelling go down...go figure.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: GUEST,Jennifer (Knitpick)
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 10:08 AM

Kendell & Jacqui -- sending much love and healing thoughts your way! Glad you have a pretty-young-thing who knows how to flirt with you Capt! Are you wearing "the" leather jacket? Or is just your usual wonderful charm that's got her?

Hang in there! Know we all love you, are Grammy nominated star! Hope to see you soon!

love jennifer (& bob) in dc area!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: artbrooks
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 10:01 AM

Good to hear from you in person. Tell Nurse Ratched that you want the student nurse's assistance instead...tell her "she makes it longer and it's easier that way". That should get you something, anyway.

Keep getting better.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Midchuck
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 10:00 AM

Kendall, you got more balls than Spaulding.

Raise hell.

Peter

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: maeve
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 09:27 AM

Hi there, Kendall. You made my day posting so soon! Thank you.

maeve

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: Janie
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 09:20 AM

Plenty of love from this old hillbilly gal, comin' right at you!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 09:17 AM

Good to hear from you, Captain! That must be the Nurse Ratched jacqui mentioned. Shall I organize the Groupies to straighten her out? The nerve of her touching your naughty bits! I'm surprised you haven't turned quickly and sprayed her down.

Not sure why but Day 3 is always a crappy day after surgery. Tomorrow will be better.

Your puppy misses you and Jacqui. He perks up his ears when I mention you two. See you Saturday.
Mary

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: kendall
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 08:58 AM

nothing to eat since Monday dinner,no sleep since then, woke at5 am for meds and the trash collector with a cart that needs greasing.

Why do they post QUIET signs outside hospitals? There is more noise inside.

I HAVE ONE NURSE Who insists on helping me pee! (Not the pretty one)

Anyway, I was very discouraged this am, but it's hard to be down when I'm surrounded with love.Keep it coming from out there in cyberspace too. Love on all of you.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: GUEST,Bob S
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 08:45 AM

Great to hear that Kendall is up and taking nourishment. We are all
happy that his surgery went well and we are sending him all the best
for a quick recovery.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: GUEST,Carol
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 08:06 AM

From reading these threads, I can tell that Ken's sense of humor remains intact and that will keep him on the road to recovery. Please tell him, Jacqui, that his favorite redhead is having difficulty envisioning some of these descriptions of him in hospital garb. Also, remind him to keep his hands to himself and to stop pinching every butt that he sees! Those nurses are enthralled by his celebrity status and I'm sure they will want their picture taken with him!

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 07:43 AM

Well, I guess if he is flirting things are still good.

I personally think that the CEO of every tobacco company should be required to experience a feeding tube, a barium swallow and 10 weeks of intense chemo just to keep them in the loop.


What kind of a hospital doesn't have green Jell-O? I thought that was standard.

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: GUEST,Dani
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 07:42 AM

Thinking of you, both. How lucky he is to have you : )

Dani

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: maeve
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 07:39 AM

Thank you, Jacqui. Kendall, don't make me drive down there with blueberry jello! Mwahahaha.

love,

maeve

Subject: RE: Kendall at Mass Gen. 2.16.10
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 18 Feb 10 - 07:37 AM

Up and doing! Great news!
lots of love!