Illness: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1

Subject: Theresa Tooley
From: nutty
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 11:49 AM

I heard from Theresa today that she has been diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease, or to be more precise Progressive Bulbar Palsy. So her problems have not been , as we thought, the result of a stroke.

I know her friends will want to know this although I'm sure that Theresa is still trying to put a brave face on things.

She will certainly eventually lose her ability to sing and is waiting to have a tube inserted in her stomach so she can take in liquids.

She finds talking difficult so anyone wishing to contact her should do so via email. PM ME IF YOU WANT DETAILS

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Jerry Rasmussen
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 11:53 AM

Thanks for posting this, nutty. I got an e-mail from Theresa this morning. We had the great pleasure of having several Catters here at the house for a sing around three years ago. Colin, Theresa, Noreen, and Sussex Carole among others were here to share songs with me and the Gospel Messengers. Theresa was a special joy to us (as was Colin.) My wife Ruth and I and the Gospel Messengers hold Theresa warm in our hearts and have been keeping her in prayer.

Jerry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: jacqui.c
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:04 PM

So sorry to hear this. I have very fond memories of a stay with Theresa, who was so kind to me.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Dave Earl
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:09 PM

Also sorry to hear this.

Good memories of singing at various places around the country.

Dave

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Bill D
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:16 PM

I have such nice memories of Teresa and her voice at the Getaway several years ago. I am so sorry to hear of this diagnosis, and hope that she knows just how many folks care and send her good wishes.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: rumanci
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:27 PM

I'm gutted to hear this news, too. Lovely lady in the truest sense of both terms. A real joy, a belter of a songstress and communicator and wonderful company on that magic trip to the U.S. in 2005. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and hugs
rum

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:28 PM

This is horrible news. Theresa's voice fills a room with pure joy. You crazy old bat - fight it!
Love, Mary

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Ebbie
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:28 PM

I too have wonderful memories of Teresa and her voice. I remember particularly when Amos was strumming a lively beat and Teresa shouted to us all, Does anyone have a song to go with that?

Thanks for your lovely spirit, Teresa; you give a lot of pleasure to a lot of people.

May this diagnosis be a passing thing and never as severe as feared.

(((((hug)))))

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Les from Hull
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:46 PM

Best wishes to Teresa from Maggie and me and all her other friends from this side of the country. Just get well, kid!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Micca
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 12:53 PM

May I add my best wishes to this also?,how such a large voice could be contained in such a compact and apparently fragile frame never ceased to amaze me. Get as well as you can Theresa, you are, and have been for several years,one of my favourite people I hope to see you sometime soon
Micca

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Emma B
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 01:04 PM

Theresa is one of my oldest and dearest friends who is guilty of introducing me to this crazy place where I have made such other good friends too.
There is really nothing more I can add to the wishes that have already expressed here and I know will continue to flood in from those who her larger than life personality and voice have touched throughout the years.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 01:10 PM

Memories of the Getaway in 2005, and Carole and Andrew's wedding.
Tough luck Teresa, but you have more guts than most.
I'm sure this fighting spirit, will help your future quality of life.

Best wishes from Scotland.

JM

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Mr Red
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 01:11 PM

Give her my regards.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Amos
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 01:16 PM

Accch!! Damn.

Teresa:

Pull up and out, baby!! It's your body, no-one else's--you get to tell it how to behave. Go for it!!

What an asset she was at that Getaway!!


A

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Peace
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:14 PM

Theresa, we have never met, but people I know and trust love you because you ARE you. You have touched so many people's lives in a positive way. Your friends will be there for you. Let them help, OK?

Bruce

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: BB
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:16 PM

Oh, this is awful! Tom and I haven't seen her for a few years - since she went off to do her Arts course - and didn't even know that she had been ill. One of the best female singers around, and we do hope she'll be able to carry on singing for a while yet.

Barbara

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:19 PM

Really bad news, Lets hope the 'eventually' is a very long time away for a great singer

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Little Robyn
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:39 PM

A few years ago I started a thread looking for a song and a singer we heard in 1990, when we went to Britain. We just knew it was a bag lady song but no-one could identify the singer or the song.

We didn't find her at the time but then she turned up at the Auckland folk festival with the Shellbacks in 2006.
It was Theresa!
There is a photo of the catters there, in the events pics here.
Lots of love Theresa, from NZ.
Robyn

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Little Robyn
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:43 PM

Colin's here too!
Robyn

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:43 PM

Theresa was the inspiration for the first shanty I wrote (hurriedly)in 2001 for the bad shirts and shanties day at Whitby - she'd just won the Saltburn shanty competition, and I was trying to think of something to sing when it was my turn that wouldn't already have been sung. I've had to adopt a similar strategy each year since.

SING 'EM LOUD - SHANTY SESSION PLAN B

I'm feeling sad and so forlorn
Sing 'em loud
Can't help the gender I was born
Sing 'em loud

We weedy women high and shrill
Sing 'em loud
Can't compete with Jim or Bill
Sing 'em loud

While they are belting out each word
Sing 'em loud
We women struggle to be heard
Sing 'em loud

But there is one who breaks the rule she
Sings 'em loud
Her name it is Theresa Tooley, she
Sings 'em loud

Hope you can keep singing for a while yet!

Kitty

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Hovering Bob
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:55 PM

Theresa (and Bill) have been/were friends from way, way back. So many memories, all of them good.
Theresa is a very special lady.

BobH

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Gillie
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 03:56 PM

Ah Teresa,

An indomitable lady with an indomitable spirit. I know that this won't get you down and you will battle against it. Love and light to you my dear.

Gillie

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Jeri
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 04:05 PM

Theresa, I only met you at the Getaway, but I'm not likely to forget THAT experience! I started singing 'Fire Down Below' (the one with the hula girls) and I heard this deep, strong, beautiful harmony. It took me a while to figure out it was coming out of this little teeny woman.

Certainly there is joy in music, but being loved is pretty damned good, and you are. Enjoy your friends.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: GUEST,Geoff & Jan Pickles
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 04:07 PM

Theresa was and still is one of the main stays of many festivals up and down this country. She would turn up at Cleckheaton every year for the last 20 years and I as Festival Director was always very happy to see her. You can keep your mega stars give me a few more like Theresa anyway. I know that everybody here at Cleckheaton will want to wish her good luck and best wishes.
                                  Geoff Pickles
I have always felt a special bond with Theresa, we both lost our sons in the same year.
Theresa if you can get through that you can get through this, FIGHT IT LASS
                                                                                                          Love Jan Pickles

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: lady penelope
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 04:28 PM

An astounding performer. I can't see talent such as that being contained very long by anything adverse. It'll find a way out!

Many hugs and best wishes Theresa.

Penny.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Cllr
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 04:47 PM

love and hugs
cllr

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Sorcha
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 04:56 PM

Theresa, we met only a few times at Getaway 05, but you are indelibly carved on my memory. Best wishes from way out West.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Barry Finn
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 05:39 PM

Hi Theresa, hope you get to read all this.
All the best of luck & wishes to such a spirited woman. It always been great to see you. BTW, I'm not done with you pinching my arse, on or off stage, so lets have it with a good speedy recovery, I'd like to return the favor.

Loads of love Dearie

Barry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 05:42 PM

We love you, Theresa!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Severn
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 06:12 PM

I have great memories of her singing at both the 2005 Getaway and at the 2007 Towersey Barn sings, where I got to know her a bit. I was extremely horored that she asked me for the words to learn to a song I sang at Towersey, the Great Lakes shanty "Leave Her Laddies, Leave Her", which I did. I was hoping I'd get to hear her sing it some day, maybe at Getaway, which she had originally hoped to attend. Looks like I might have to sing it for her there instead.

A great lady and a wonderful singer of all sorts of things. Someone I wish only the best in getting through her illness.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: katlaughing
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 06:51 PM

Theresa, all good thoughts and thanks givings for alleviation of the effects of such as they say you may have. I regret not hearing you sing. May you be free of pain and have peace of mind surrounded by the love of so many here and there who love you and care for you.

luvyakat

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: skipy
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 06:56 PM

So sorry to have read this.
Skipy

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: Big Mick
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 07:07 PM

I have met many great hearts as I trod the path, none more of a delight to be around than our Theresa. I fell stone cold in love with this grand pixie of a woman on first meeting her.

Get in the fight, m'love. You are loved beyond what you have the ability to measure.

With great fondness,

Mick

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley
From: GeoffLawes
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 07:14 PM

I doubt thatTheresa will remember me but I remember her singing at Stainsby and at Whitby and I send my best wishes.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: ranger1
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 07:56 PM

Good thoughts being sent from Maine. Theresa, you are a part of what made my first Getaway so special.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Leadfingers
Date: 04 Sep 08 - 08:36 PM

I am with all those who were staggered at the Volume and Excellence from such a diminutive frame ! Truly a One Off !

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: My guru always said
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 03:58 AM

I know if there's a way to fight this, Theresa will find it. Such good memories of a fun-loving Lady, chock-full of strength & what a voice!

Keep smiling Girlie, sending positive thoughts and love & hugs to You, Hil xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,MC Fat
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 04:37 AM

All the best luv

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 05:17 AM

Oh hell! More devastating news.
Someone up there's really got it in for the good guys it seems.

But if there's a way to beat this, then Theresa's one to find it.

One of my very favourite ladies: a fine fine singer and such a massive encouragement (and inspiration) to so many of us.

Fear not - you WILL sing again, Theresa!
My thoughts, prayers, love and the biggest of hugs (if I can keep from crushing you!).

MM

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Willa
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 05:43 AM

I hope that Theresa still 'pops in' to Mudcat and reads this thread. Like many others here I was 'gobsmacked' (to use a good old Yorkshire? word) the first time I heard that wonderful voice. My warmest wishes to her that folks may still hear her for a long time to come.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Dave4Guild
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 06:50 AM

Can Dave & I add our best wishes. I remember well the first time I met her. It was in my pre-Dave days and I was singing in a singaround and thought I was singing a little known song, of course I forgot the words and Theresa helped out with a timely prompt. Not only a great voice and wonderful personality but a veritable gold mine in knowledge.

Dave & Brenda

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: banjoman
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 06:54 AM

Great memories of sharing a concert with her in Ludlow in aid of Animal Welfare and her bringing the house down with her song about a lion tamer. Last met her at Dave Thomas's funeral. Great lady and a fighter. Love & best wishes from Pete & Maggie

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Dave the Gnome
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 06:56 AM

Best wishes and good thoughts from me and all at Swinton. The people there will be devastated as well - I know she was inspirational in one of Pete Ryder's songs, can't recall which but I will find out and get him to sing it. I am not going to be at Swinton next week (on hols) but, by proxy, I'll make sure everyone else sings a song for her as well!

Cheers

Dave

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: r.padgett
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 07:20 AM

My first memories of Theresa are probably at Fylde ff and John Booker drinking with Bill Tooley

I seem to have known Theresa for ever and she was always the first to start singing and loved to join in and get people going

She had a spot at Barnsley singaround last Easter and ended up singing with a group of lovely singers including Sussex Carole and I think Lynne Heraud and Pat Turner

She was I believe "gutted" at not making Saddleworth ff 2008 being virtually on her doorstep

Well time for a few more pints yet Theresa so lets see you around!!

Ray

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Snuffy
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 07:33 AM

Big hugs for a great little lady. The Shellbacks have been very quiet this year without you. We'll sing one for you at Hull this weekend.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Vin2
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 08:39 AM

So sad to hear this news. Even tho i Don't know Theresa on a personal level i saw her many times at Saddleworth. This year was my 10th visit to Saddleworth Festival and remarked to a friend later that i hadn't seen Theresa Tooley this year. So used to seeing her around the festival with that lovely smile and singing voice either solo or in earlier years with the fabulous 'Firm Friends'.

I can remember one occasion when Theresa and Bill used to camp at the festival pitching their tent next to mine. What kind & lovely neihgbours they were too!

Truly wish you well Theresa and pray they can get you as well as possible. Look forward to seeing you at Saddlewoth in the future.

Best regards, Vin

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Mike O'Leary-Johns
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:39 AM

Hello Theresa ; I hope you get to see this message[If not, Nutty , Could you please pass onmy comments.}.
I have always valued your friendship. You have on many occaisions given me words of advice and encouragement.My first memory of you was {as I have told you in the past} of a night in Warwick Festival.You were singing " Bully in the Alley "......AS only YOU could.
You have had to bear a few Hard Knocks in recent years.
Now another one.I hope fate will now ease the burden by giving you the chance of making whatever improvement in health that can be made.
We all know you have the "Spirit" to get on with life.But let's all pray you get a little help.
                   All my best wishes Mike.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Black belt caterpillar wrestler
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:49 AM

Theresa, best wishes from Anne and Robin in Lancaster. Don't be afraid to ask if there's anything we can do. I know that we're probably not first in line to render any assistance but you never know what might be needed.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Bill D
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:49 AM

emphasis (Getaway 05)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:51 AM

What exactly is Barry doing in the background?????

Great and quite typical picture of the Grand Dame herself, though.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Cats
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:52 AM

Thinking of you, Theresa. We have a cartoon on our hall wall of all of us at the round table in the Swan at Sidmouth way back in 1988 with Theresa joining us.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Alice
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:52 AM

All my best wishes to you, Theresa.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Brian Peters
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 11:54 AM

My very best wishes, Theresa. I have happy memories of you singing at Leigh Folk Club years ago, and many a festival song session since then.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Raggytash and Wombat
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 12:41 PM

Our love and best wishes to you Theresa.
love
Christine Nick and Charles (even though you wouldn't recognise him these days - all grown up!)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: The Sandman
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 01:05 PM

best wishes,Dick Miles

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Sylvia and Keith
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 02:08 PM

Hazel

Send Theresa lots and lots of hugs from Keith and me.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Morticia
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 02:55 PM

That's the crappiest news I've heard in a long time.Lots of love and hugs xxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old git
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 03:34 PM

As Theresa would probably say "Oh,bugger!!"

give her all my best Hazel!!

geoff t

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Ferrara
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 04:16 PM

When the Shellbacks came to the Getaway in '05 I wanted to include some of them in the program, so I PM'd the Shellbacks who were Mudcatters by that time, and asked for suggestions. Needless to say, a frequent comment was, "... and you want Theresa Tooley for Chorus Songs."

Theresa, what I remember most is your big smile in the late night singing and the joy of looking straight at each other as we sang and just grinning with pleasure at the richness of the sound. Your voice was the underlying support for such wonderful choruses there in the Ramblewood dining hall.

We've missed you since then.

This is very difficult news, Theresa. We will be thinking of you and hoping for the best outcomes possible. If hugs could heal it, you'd be in prime shape in no time.

Rita F

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: folk1e
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 04:43 PM

Pete Ryder tells a story about Theresa ........
" I had been persuaded by Geof Pickles to do Cleckheaton and was really "cacking it * " as I had not been performing for some time. I was sat on stage in the Town Hall, not a seat to be had and I looked up and saw Theresa dancing in the isle. She was singing all the words (even the ones I made up before going on stage) and I just knew it was going to be all right ...... and it was!"

I think Theresa is a bit like Koll Kemp ...... they both would be pleasantly surprised by the esteem they are held in, by so many.




* Cacking it ....... a northern term equating to being "a bit worried about" something

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tig
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 05:53 PM

(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((XXXXXXX))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

We've really missed you being around this year. Hang in there and get yourself as well as possible as soon as possible.

We've still got your picture of Whitby from Col's at our house. Need to get it to you soon. If this is what happens when he goes missing we'd better all watch out.

Lots of love and BIG HUGS
Tig, Firecat and the Badger
xxxxxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Rattler
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 06:17 PM

Apart from many fond memories of late night sings in the Moor & Coast tent, the Bansley YMCA, the Redcar Rugby Club changing rooms and dozens more, I heard Bella Hardy, one of the best of the new generation of singers, say in a radio interview that one of her influences was "the late sing at Stainsby Festival with Theresa Tooley". There's no greater compliment in the folk world than having carried the tradition to the next generation.

Richard.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Ross Campbell
Date: 05 Sep 08 - 10:54 PM

Best wishes, Theresa.
Sorry I didn't get to talk to you at Fylde.
You have always been an inspiration.
Keep on keeping on.
Love, Ross

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Barry Finn
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 12:03 AM

Hi Kat
Teresa's the short one on the left pointing at Sussex Carole on the right.

Mary's that's not me, I don't even know that man & I don't know what he's doing either (& I'm not venturing a guess) but I do know that's my wife in the foreground smiling up at Theresa. Theresa could make a bronze bell rattle & shake & have a lamb go to slaughter laughing.
Speaking of being with her on stage. At the Getaway someone (Jeri??) asked me to do "Won't You Help Me To Raise Them" a Manhaden net hauling shanty, so I did it with Ken Schatz (cause Ken & I weren't sure who Jeri was asking), Theresa came right in as back up, what back up, it went so well that the 3 of us did it later that night in concert. She must've thought that I need a little lifting cause in front of the world she gave me the biggest pinch on the arse I'd ever received, enough to cause me to leap in the air & hit harmony notes that I never been able to reach since. She sure can bring up/out the best in people.

I sure miss you Theresa, come back over when you've rested up!

Barry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Barry Finn
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 12:06 AM

Hey Kat
I answered your question about which one in the photo was Theresa & now your post has dissappeared??

Barry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: katlaughing
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 01:17 AM

Sorry, Barry and thanks! Someone PMd me and I thought I'd just delete my posting, quietly while no one, who should be in bed(!), was looking!**bg** Love your story...Theresa sounds like a real one of a kind!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Carol
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 04:03 AM

Please pass my best wishes on to Theresa and hope we'll see her soon.
The 'Super Sing' at Barnsley was great this year and everyone hoped you were 'on the mend'.
Tell her to look after herself and send lots of hugs.
All Best Wishes   Carol

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: KT
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 04:22 AM

My time with Theresa was also at Getaway 05, and I too, was wowed by her voice and her spirit, both of which were huge and wonderful. Theresa, may all of the joy you have shared with others, through your gift of song, come back to you tenfold, now, and lift your spirits and your health. Sending loving and healing thoughts out there for you.
KT

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,flyingcat
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 05:23 AM

so sorry to hear this news. The first time i remember theresa was when she sang the one about "daniel in the bloody lion's den". Great song and brilliently sung. All the best theresa, we're all rooting for you. Love, Moira and Malc x

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,aelfleda
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 06:12 AM

Hi Hazel
Do give Theresa all my love & best wishes.
Thanks
Jude

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Bigh
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 10:53 AM

Having only just found and registered on mudcat today, I'm shattered to read of Teresa's cruel illness. She occupies a very special place in my heart since I first met her at Gill Turner's farmhouse folksong weekend in remote Middleton,Suffolk. Her perfect delivery of 'Daniel in the Lion's Den' - and many more are fortunately on a tape somewhere in my possession.

At Saddleworth festival two years ago I was honoured to have her beside this mere floorsinger, harmonising as a duo,as I made my best efforts delivering Dave webber's 'Lady of Autumnn'.

There's no justice in this world when a great lady as Theresa is handed out medical punishment as damning Progressive Bulbar Palsey.

Wishing you strength, energy and everything you wish for yourself,in the months and years ahead.

Love to you.
Harold Nield

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Surreysinger
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 10:57 AM

Oh this is so NOT the news that I wanted to hear. Marian Button and I were only talking about Theresa a couple of weeks ago in Whitby, and had been hoping we might see her there. It was a joy to meet up with her every year at the National Festival and elsewhere... we'd formed a nice friendly little group of ex-winners of the Singing Competition ... Theresa, Moe Keast, me, and Marian ... and I always look forward to seeing her each year.

Theresa, if you read this, I'll be letting Marian know, and will be sending you an email as soon as my laptop is back up and running. Thinking about you... and sending you all the best of course.
Love
Irene xxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tyke
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 11:59 AM

All the very best Theresa I thought it was Quiet at the festivals this year. It's plain that lot's and lot's of people not just me have been missing you.
A Big Hug from me George Clarke.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: karen k
Date: 06 Sep 08 - 03:10 PM

This news brings tears to my eyes. Have been away from Mudcat for a few days so I'm just seeing this. I've never heard of Progressive Bulbar Palsy. I'm devastated that she will lose her ability to sing. My god, what a loss. Such an amazing voice. I first met Theresa in 2003 when she came with the Shellbacks to the Getaway. I was lucky to be at the gathering at Jerry and Ruth Rasmussen's and before that at a party at Judy Cook's in Maryland. In 2004 I was in England at the invitation of several Shellbacks and got to spend more time with her. The last time I saw her was the 2005 Getaway which has already been much mentioned here. I did not even know that Theresa had been ill.

Theresa, if you read this please know that I am thinking of you. I hope with all my heart that you will get the better of this. I would hate to see such a great voice silenced. I have been in awe of you and your voice and this news saddens me. Be well my friend.

Much love,
karen kobela, connecticut

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Partridge
Date: 07 Sep 08 - 03:23 AM

I have known Theresa for many years having shared accommodation in whitby most festivals. She is one strong lady and like everyone else here I add my positive thoughts and love.

thinking of you Theresa

much much love

Pat xxxxxxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: muppitz
Date: 07 Sep 08 - 07:23 AM

The worst things seem to happen to the best people, it's just not fitting.
I have been bumping into Theresa in various singarounds at various festivals for as long as I've been coherant, for me she is folk's national institution. I echo the comment from above, I hope that if she's eventually going to lose the ability to sing that eventually is a long long time away.

muppitz
x

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: John J
Date: 07 Sep 08 - 09:18 AM

I only met Theresa once, she turned up for a sing at the old Railway Folk Club in Lymm one Christmas. She bowled me over with her singing and her wonderful personality.

My very best wishes to this tremendous lady.

John

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 07 Sep 08 - 07:42 PM

Teresa may the light from the lighthouse shine on you love linda

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: vectis
Date: 07 Sep 08 - 07:57 PM

Just got back from a holiday to find this. What an awful thing to happen to such a wonderful character. I wondered why I hadn't seen you around for quite a while Theresa.

All I can send is my love, best wishes and a huge cyber hug.

((((((((((((((((((((((Theresa)))))))))))))))))))))))))))

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: s&r
Date: 08 Sep 08 - 05:45 AM

Wonderful tribute to Teresa on Sunday at Hull - she had learned a Dutch Song (Haal op) from Hans Weehuizen. Hans led the Shelback chorus and sang 'Theresa's' part. Ver moving, and if you're reading this Theresa, love from all your Dutch Friends

Stu

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Selchie - (RH)
Date: 08 Sep 08 - 07:38 AM

So very sorry to hear of your illness Theresa.

Thought about you much over the weekend at Hull & the tribute from Hans was quite touching for the the rest of us. Keep up the fight & keep singing.

Always thinking of you with love.
Rosie xxxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Sailor Ron
Date: 08 Sep 08 - 07:57 AM

Theresa, so very sorry to hear the news. Love from me and all at Fylde
God bless you. Ron

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

Just finding this today. I was looking at some 2005 Getaway tape not long ago and this is one lady who does not hide her light. If the voice goes it'll just have to find another way to shine on the rest of us....

I was privledged to have several Shellbacks stay with us on their rambles and she deliberately left a sleeping bag behind for future rambles and (and on going use) The teens in and out of my house have gotten much use .....

Blessings and Light

tinker

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

I have not seen Theresa for a long time but have very fond memories of her and her rendition of Clocks. Please send her my love.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Aeola
Date: 08 Sep 08 - 03:54 PM

As a relatively new folkie I met Theresa & Bill at Fylde, a great couple! They were very encouraging and positive and I'm sure her spirit will pull her through.
LoL Theresa
Bob

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old girl
Date: 08 Sep 08 - 07:06 PM

Hi love sorry to hear this news all our prayers are with you, Nick sends his love as we do from Rose & Dave xxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: North/South Annie
Date: 09 Sep 08 - 05:44 PM

Aye up Theresa me owd love, so sorry to hear this news. I'm sending lots of love & hugs and hope all the thoughts and good wishes your many many friends are sending will help to keep your spirits up. Take care. Love Annie (Barnsley/Portsmouth)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Sep 08 - 06:47 PM

A plan:
Carole and I spoke. She is sure Theresa does not want a singing, dancing 4' Maine lobster but thought she might enjoy a card from a friend. I have a pretty Guest Book with lined pages. I plan to have it out the John Robert's Concert on Saturday for all to sign and leave good wishes, a song, a complaint, whatever. It will attend the Portsmouth Festival and the Getaway and then go back to the UK to be delivered to Theresa. Sort of a mini-Mudcat Guitar.

So if you would like to participate, look me or Carole up. If you would like to include a card or photo, drawing, whatever might please her, make plans now.If you can not meet up with book and would like to send a note, card, photo, etc contact one of us for a snail mail address.

And spread the word.
Mary

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: CannieShieldsLaddie
Date: 10 Sep 08 - 10:28 AM

Theresa, wishing you the best, you'll fight the damn thing I know.

Will always remember our sing at Whitby a few years ago
in "that show" we had a lot of fun with that.

Much Luv and big hugs.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 10 Sep 08 - 10:38 AM

The toughest tasks seem to fall on the broadest shoulders. Teresa is an indomitable lady indeed, and her spirit gave courage to many of us over the years. We owe it to her to lend some of that courage back, should she need it. She laughed in the face of adversity before, I hope she can do it again.

But in between the tough talk, a cuddle from me and Nessie.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,festival friend
Date: 11 Sep 08 - 01:42 PM

I'm so sorry to hear this but knowing Theresa as I do I know she will prevail. GO FOR IT We are all with you.

PS First met Theresa and Bill at Warwick - camped next to them and one of them snored really badly!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Dani
Date: 11 Sep 08 - 02:55 PM

Great good wishes from North Carolina, Theresa.

I can still hear your voice from the Shellbacks' visit to the Getaway! I so enjoyed singing in any group you were a part of. You're one of those people with little sparks flying off them, so full of life that people are drawn to you so they can get some.

Harder than for most to accept help, I imagine : ) but I hope that you are able to bask in some of the love surrounding you.

Joy prevails....

Dani

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Pistachio
Date: 11 Sep 08 - 06:45 PM

Memories (and somewhere a photo) of the 'even later' late night sing outide the Arts Centre in Warwick 06 with Theresa, Col K, Linda Kelly and others! What a wonderful wonderful voice - what a lovely lady.

Hugs a plenty from Hazel (Hissyfit)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 11 Sep 08 - 07:54 PM

Its so unfair that someone so special is facing this news.Theresa has been an inspiration to so many,including myself.
My first Warwick some 20 years ago the Theresas welcome; singing outside the the cuboard at 3 AM disturbing Bill,followed by session in tent after he told us all to bugger off.
Theresa when you get strengh back we will see you again you have the character to do that.
The slug   :>)

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

Hugs,
Skipy

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 03:03 PM

I've just heard from Theresa that the hospital procedure is imminent.

She is due to have her op on Monday and hopes to be home by Friday. I'm sure we will all be thinking of her and sending good wishes.

She has asked me to thank all mudcatters for their good wishes. She has been overwhelmed by the response. I'm sure it has boosted her spirit and helped her to face the next phase of her life.

Hazel

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,Surreysinger at work
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 03:41 PM

Hi Hazel

Please pass on all best wishes and positive thoughts for Monday from me, Marian Button and, I'm sure Mo Keast (who I have yet to tell about this, but I know will be concerned).

Irene

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Barry Finn
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 03:48 PM

Thanks for the update on Theresa, Helen.

Barry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Charley Noble
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 03:58 PM

Theresa-

I only met you once at the Getaway in 2005 but you certainly made an impression on me.

Best of luck with the medical procedure, and know we're all pulling for you!

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,CannieShieldsLaddie
Date: 13 Sep 08 - 05:01 PM

Our thoughts will be with you next week Theresa.

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.

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 05:09 PM

Have a great trip, Theresa.
love Jane and Geoff x

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: skipy
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 05:40 PM

Missed her at W*********y too Nutty, she is part of the furniture like me! Please give her hugs from me.
Skipy

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: North/South Annie
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 06:28 PM

Have a really great trip theresa!
Love Annie X

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: vectis
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 07:02 PM

Have a great time in foreign parts Theresa.
I presume you are referring to Coca Cola rather than the white powdered stuff Tig? Mind you, the white stuff might unblock tubes for all I know.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Leadfingers
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 07:35 PM

Have a grand trip - Not 'Done' the Danube , but I imagine its as Scenic as The Rhine !

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 08:19 PM

hAVE A WONDERFUL TIME, THERESA!

dAMN cAPSLOCK!
m

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Gillie
Date: 09 Nov 08 - 08:34 PM

Oh blimy Theresa,is all I can say.....if not taste buds and voice at least you have your ears and eyes left. I'm sure one cannot really imagine what that is like, unless it happens to them!

Thanks for Nutty for keeping us informed, I know that the words would be from you, Theresa! Cheers.

Have a really good trip, Thersa, and savour the music and the sights for those that can not be there, we will be with you in spirit girl.
Report back on them when you can. Take care

With love and hugs,

Clare

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: KT
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 12:17 AM

Theresa, I don't know you very well (we met at Getaway 2005), but I know this ~
I admire your spirit!

Have a great time!

KT

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Little Robyn
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 03:12 AM

Have a great time Theresa.
From Robyn and Mitch in NZ

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: r.padgett
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 03:18 AM

Go for it Theresa!

XX Ray

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Surreysinger
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 08:02 AM

Hope you have a great time Theresa... love from me and Marian. xx
Irene

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,aelfleda
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 08:25 AM

Hi Theresa
Have a great time from me too. We all expect postcards you know!
Jude

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 01:41 PM

Have a great time Theresa love Ann and Dave

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: BB
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 02:00 PM

Great to know that your get-up-and-go hasn't got up and gone! Have a wonderful trip.

Love,
Tom & Barbara

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Derby Ram
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 02:44 PM

Sounds like a great trip - enjoy and lots of love from Sylvia and me.

xxx

Keith

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Aeola
Date: 10 Nov 08 - 02:57 PM

Have a great trip Theresa and spare a thought for those of us struggling with the UK weather. Spoke to Bob Tyrer on Saturday at Maghull Day of Music, he was feeding his throat with oil hoping he'd be able to sing.Been a while since I saw you but I'm sure we'll catch up after your cruise.
Take care
Bob

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Pistachio
Date: 25 Nov 08 - 05:10 PM

Hi Theresa...Hope you had(?) a lovely time being entertained on the Danube. It must be beautiful in Vienna at this time of year.
Much love,
Hazel xx
(Hissyfit)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old girl
Date: 26 Nov 08 - 02:03 PM

Hope you had a great time Theresa, We are thinking about you all our love. Rose & Dave xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 01:45 PM

Got a Xmas email from Theresa so I thought I would post an update

Hi Everyone

As you have gathered I have not sent paper Christmas cards this year again. This time the physicality of writing, enveloping, buying and sticking stamps and then taking them to the Post Box requires more effort and organisation than I can muster. However I really am grateful for all the cards I have received, and often there are tears in my eyes, a lump in my throat and a choking sensation at the wonderful comments
Though my shopping these days has shrunk drastically to things like tissues, kitchen rolls, toilet paper, wet wipes, fruit juices and cleaning things, which Kath Is happy to get for me, But getting cash requires an escort or if the weather is kind like today the local Coop for cash back is sufficient. and the staff cope very well thumbs up and fingers..
Any way now for some good news, and talk about Serendipity, after the recent news that my home would not be ideal for much longer. On Monday 8/12/08, an advert in the local COOP caught my eye, a one-bedroom first floor flat in Ingleside, a sheltered housing association scheme, at the other end of the same street where I live.
Kath phoned up for me on Tuesday, Wednesday morning we went to see the flat, it was ideal. Even though it is 1st floor, because it is built on a hill I can walk out of the flat door and along the corridor to the street level. Brilliant. So in the afternoon, downloaded the application form, 12 pages available in 10 different languages, and then completed form taken to the head office in Leigh.
Monday 15/12/08 a phone call indicated that I had the flat and that tomorrow the warden would ring about filling in the paperwork.
My mind began buzzing thinking what will have to be sorted, packed finalised.

As I say Serendipity, I had just booked another river cruise, with music. for Kath and me for over the New Year. (Leaving on 28th from Heathrow to Nuremburg, sail to Bamburg,Wurzburg, Miltenberg ,Rudesheim and Mainz, Heidelburg, Strasburg and back to London)

MND is such an anti social disease. Until I did not have the facility to speak, drink or swallow I did not realise how much of daily life and entertainment involves speech, food and drink. From TV adverts to actual programmes, from holiday adverts stressing excellent cuisine, to Christmas parties etc etc. It takes away the spontaneity of conversation, and also the need for planning a long term future, so I better live for today…..and if I'm honest, enjoy spending my inheritance while I can still get about fairly independently.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tyke
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 03:26 PM

god bless.you keep fighting. X

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 03:57 PM

Go for it, Theresa you enjoy every moment!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: jacqui.c
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 04:40 PM

What everybody else said.

We couldn't expect anything else from you my lady - you are a fighter and obviously aren't going to lay down and let this defeat you. All the best to you Theresa.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Lenny's mum (inactive)
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 04:47 PM

Merry Christmas. I hope 2009 brings you all you want in life. Live it to the full!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Ross Campbell
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 05:13 PM

Good luck with the cruise, Theresa. That's some serious scenery you'll be travelling through. Give my regards to Nuremberg!

Ross (Can't believe it's twenty years since I was there.)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 26 Dec 08 - 07:22 PM

Live and enjoy every minute, Theresa.
Love,
Mary

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: r.padgett
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 04:37 AM

what can I say Theresa ~ enjoy your trip and do your best

xx Ray

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 05:07 AM

Have a blast Theresa! A Happy Nnew Year to you!!!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,aelfleda
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 05:52 AM

Happy New Year Theresa & happy new flat
Jude

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Derby Ram
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 05:53 AM

Theresa - have a good holiday and a very Happy New Year

Keith and Sylvia

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Surreysinger
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 07:16 AM

Theresa - glad to hear the good news about the flat, and the fact that you're really pleased about it. The cruise sounds as though it should be great ... have a super time. As always, I will pass on your news to Marian, who will want to send you her very best wishes and love together with mine. Irene xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 07:20 AM

Hope you have a great trip - glad to hear that you've got the flat sorted to come back to. All best wishes for 2009.

Kitty
xxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 02:18 PM

Have a great trip Theresa, and safe landings.
Hugs,
MM xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Partridge
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 04:08 PM

Hi Theresa, enjoy your trip and say hello to Kath for me.

Thinking of you,
much love

pat xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: s&r
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 06:01 PM

Love

Stu & Rusty

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,old girl
Date: 27 Dec 08 - 06:46 PM

Great news about the flat, Have a wonderful holiday the two of you,we look forward to hearing all about it when you get home,
Love and best wishes from Rose & Dave xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Leraud
Date: 28 Dec 08 - 12:49 PM

Dear Theresa

Thinking of you and wishing all the very best in your new flat.

Love from Lynne Heraud

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Willa
Date: 28 Dec 08 - 04:22 PM

I can only echo the good wishes of all those who've posted already, and say that, like them, I'm glad to have met you and sung with you, Theresa.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Mrs Scarecrow
Date: 28 Dec 08 - 05:50 PM

Have a great time on the cruise and may the flat prove a happy resting place between your travels
love
Ann and Dave

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Gillie
Date: 01 Jan 09 - 07:41 PM

Happy New Flat and enjoy your travelling!!

Love & Light and lots of Hugs,

Clare
xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: katlaughing
Date: 01 Jan 09 - 08:26 PM

Good news on the flat. All the best wishes for you and your move as well as your travels. You have my great admiration, Theresa.

kat

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Barry Finn
Date: 02 Jan 09 - 12:09 AM

Hi Theresa, don't drink the water while on a cruise, fish don't live in the other stuff. Have a ball & Happy New Year
LOL
Barry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: The Sandman
Date: 02 Jan 09 - 04:20 PM

TERESA, sock it to em.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Pistachio
Date: 10 Jan 09 - 03:00 PM

So, where are you planning to go next?
I guess it was chilly but it must have been a beautiful scenic trip. It's 29 years since I was in Strasbourg - and I still have the Janis Ian LP!
Hope your New home and the New year make you smile.
I've only to think of Warwick and I recall the fun nights that we had - not giving up 'til dawn. Happy days.

Lots of love
Hazel (Hissyfit)

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tyke
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 08:14 AM

If you are reading this Theresa Tooley aka treaties1 we are missing you and I for one will be thinking about all the fun we have had in the past in Holmfirth.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: My guru always said
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 09:12 AM

Thanks for bringing this back to the top Tyke, we've been thinking of Theresa recently & hoping she's smiling!
Hil & Richard

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: r.padgett
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 09:32 AM

Hazel Bolton was going to see her after Barnsley Easter do

I will see if there is any news

Ray

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tyke
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 10:47 AM

I have to say that I realized that I would not be the only one thinking about Theresa especially as we go through the year's festival calendar. Who ever is going over to see her please ask them to make sure she knows that she is being missed.
George

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST,poetsimmo
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 03:51 PM

I will always love theresa. All those nights at indoor camping when she sang all night after singing all day. There will never be anyone with such a large character, warm heart and fantastic voice if you search the whole of england. Theresa i send you my love.
Sue

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Surreysinger
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 06:28 PM

If you're on Facebook, Theresa has a presence on there ....

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Janie
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 07:09 PM

Give her my best wishes. She is often in my thoughts.

Janie

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Morticia
Date: 17 Apr 09 - 08:10 PM

and in mine

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SylviaN
Date: 18 Apr 09 - 05:18 AM

Hazel, please give lots of hugs and xxx to Theresa from Keith and me.

Sylvia

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Herga Kitty
Date: 18 Apr 09 - 08:01 AM

And from me and Derek!

Kitty
xxx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: My guru always said
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 02:22 AM

Theresa, you've been in our thoughts recently, just wanted to send you some love & hugs!
Hil & Richard x

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Ebbie
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 02:51 AM

And often in mine, Theresa. {{{{hug}}}}

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Morticia
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 04:41 AM

and mine, hope life is okay as it can be

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: jacqui.c
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 08:45 AM

And from Maine.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 09:05 AM

Yes, Theresa, in mine too!

Keep us posted if poss.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: jeddy
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 09:31 AM

i know that eileen and maurice see alot of her.

keep your' chin up theresa!!

loads of love from edi and jade x x x x x x x

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Severn
Date: 28 Jun 09 - 10:23 AM

More good thoughts coming from Laurel, Maryland USA.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: nutty
Date: 29 Jun 09 - 10:04 AM

I went to see Theresa on Friday on my way to Traditions Festival.

She is still fighting and has amazing strength of purpose although the Motor Neuron is relentless in its spread.

Speech is now non existent - she relies on the written word and miming to communicate, which must be both incredibly frustrating and exhausting at the same time.

Her balance is also much worse and she now has a walking frame to help her move around.

Having said all that - it's amazing how her spirit keeps shining through.
She's a very plucky lady.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: My guru always said
Date: 29 Jun 09 - 12:47 PM

Thanks for letting us know nutty!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 29 Jun 09 - 04:00 PM

Theresa is always in my thoughts and prayers. When I grow up I want to be a cross between Theresa and Caroline Paton.
Both are beautiful ladies with an iron will.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: KT
Date: 30 Jun 09 - 12:40 AM

I too, have had you, Theresa, in my thoughts and prayers. I have you on my Ipod (from the Getaway) and it always makes my heart swell with joy to hear you and remember the great time at Getaway that year. So many folks from so many places holding you in their hearts ~ testament to the great spirit that you are! All the best ~ KT

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 30 Jun 09 - 12:40 PM

Love as always from hissyfit -we will miss you atthis summer's festivals. Linda

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Barry Finn
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 07:25 PM

Ken Schatz & I along with Sussex Carole & Andrew (Cranedriver) just had a lovely visit with Theresa. I'm so happy to have gotten the chance to visit. Ken & I last performed with Theresa at the Getaway a few yrs back. She asked one of us to sing a song she was lusting after, "Won't You Help Me To Raise 'Em" & not knowing who she was asking we (Ken & I) did it together. She hopped right onboard in her own style so we performed it as a trio later that night with my wife watching as Theresa gave my ass a huge squeeze that made me jump in mid verse much to the delight of all those laughing. Well I told Theresa she had my wife's permission to repete & she did with delight & gusto. What a woman, spirits still high & a smile that can still light up a dark alley. She did finally just sell her house & has plans, but I just mostly wanted to post & say that she's still the remarkable that's so delightful to be in the same room with.
Thanks Carole for bringing us by & for being such a good & close friend to her

Barry

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: SINSULL
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 09:48 PM

Thanks, Barry. So glad she is still distracted by a cute butt. LOL Wait until I see you next...M

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Ebbie
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 10:30 PM

Theresa's been on my mind a lot lately - thanks for the smile, Barry.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 07 Aug 09 - 02:28 AM

Hazel, give Theresa a huge hug from me and Vanessa.
The memory of her voice in my ears can't be silenced.

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: jacqui.c
Date: 07 Aug 09 - 05:37 AM

Thanks for that Barry. Theresa is a lady not easily forgotten!

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: Tinker
Date: 07 Aug 09 - 10:28 AM

Barry, thanks for visiting for all of us.... as for the squeeze... I'd beware and very careful....

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: My guru always said
Date: 14 Sep 09 - 06:20 PM

Been wandering around in my memories these past few days. How I wish I could give Theresa a real hug, can anyone pass one on to her?

Love to Theresa from Hil & Richard xx

Subject: RE: Theresa Tooley aka treaties1
From: GUEST
Date: 15 Sep 09 - 09:27 AM

I didn't know Theresa personnaly but as small as she is she has a lovely big personality. I saw her at many festivals and at Andrew and Carole's wedding. Do please keep us posted.

best wishes

Jillie