|
06 Sep 07 - 12:49 AM (#2142108) Subject: Mark Cohen got married From: Mark Cohen I know I'm hardly on the 'Cat these days, but I wanted to let those who would be interested know that on August 19 in Highland Park, Illinois, Jackie Pelavin and I were married in a small family ceremony. Jackie is a urologist at Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, California, which is where I've been working as a developmental pediatrician since July 2005, after 11 years in Hawaii. She's been at Kaiser a few more years than I have--16 more, to be precise. We met at a wine tasting that was sponsored by the Physicians' Satisfaction and Wellness Committee (honest!). It's nice to know that after all the attempted fix-ups and online dating experiments, I finally met the love of my life the old-fashioned way. We're living in Menlo Park, just north of Palo Alto, and I'm thoroughly enjoying life here. And I love having a wife who's also a friend, partner, confidant, companion...all the things marriage is supposed to be. Those of you who know what I mean...know what I mean. Since I started my sojourn at Mudcat in the dark days of the end of my first marriage, it's only fitting that I share the good news here. I just now happened to click on a link to an old "What is Mudcat?" thread from 2000, and saw a raft of names of old familiar friends. This is a hell of a place, and you guys kept me alive and sane when I was all alone in the middle of the Pacific. Thanks. In closing, to keep this a music thread and therefore above the line: THE SECOND TIME AROUND (Kahn/Van Heusen) Love is lovelier, the second time around Just as wonderful, with both feet on the ground Its that second time you hear your love song sung Makes you think perhaps that love, like youth, is wasted on the young Love's more comfortable the second time you fall Like a friendly home the second time you call Who can say, what brought us to this miracle weve found There are those who'd bet Love comes but once - and yet I'm oh so glad we met The second time around Aloha, Mark |
|
06 Sep 07 - 12:56 AM (#2142114) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Barry Finn Congrat's Mark, it's good to hear from you again & good to know you're well & happy, now go make some music together Barry |
|
06 Sep 07 - 12:57 AM (#2142117) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: open mike congrats, i am glad that your being scarce around here was for a good reason! "In closing" -- why leave us now just when life is getting good? I always have looked forward to your posts--such as the ones with animated vocal chords at work! Your input is welcomed, should you ever choose to join us again. Thanks for letting us know that you are happy and may you continue to be filled with Satisfaction and Wellness!! |
|
06 Sep 07 - 01:10 AM (#2142125) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: katlaughing Congratulations, Dr. Mark!!! I remember you telling us about Jackie, but then nothing for awhile and now this. Wow-o-wow!! Will pass the news on to some who aren't here any more, including Night Owl. She'll enjoy this news a bunch. Love the song lyrics, too...in my case it was the third time around! So good to *see* you here. I echo was open mike said, too...don't be a stranger just 'cause yer happy.*smile* All the best, luvyakat |
|
06 Sep 07 - 01:11 AM (#2142126) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Joe Offer You met your wife at a wine tasting, and you say that's the "old fashioned way"? Mark, you've been in California too long, my friend. Congratulations to you both. I hope I get to meet Jackie soon. -Joe Offer- |
|
06 Sep 07 - 01:13 AM (#2142128) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Genie Congratulations, Mark! I know I keep missing you whenever you happen to be back in Seattle or other places I sometimes inhabit. Maybe one of these months I'll get to meet you - and your wife. So happy to hear your great news. Genie |
|
06 Sep 07 - 01:16 AM (#2142131) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Metchosin Congratulations, Mark and to you both, best wishes! Cheers Susan |
|
06 Sep 07 - 01:25 AM (#2142135) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Ebbie Congratulations, Mark! I suspect that you don't know it but I think we have kind of co-opted you as family - it 's good to hear that you are doing so well. I wish you and Jackie lots of fun and laughter. Even the occasional hard times won't be so hard with two of you. |
|
06 Sep 07 - 01:28 AM (#2142138) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Bev and Jerry Mark: Are you going to bring her to Camp Harmony? Sooner of later she will have to find out what kind of people you hang out with! Bev and Jerry |
|
06 Sep 07 - 02:22 AM (#2142155) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: alanabit Congratulations. Have a long and happy life together. |
|
06 Sep 07 - 03:40 AM (#2142179) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: JennieG Wonderful news! Best wishes for all happiness. Cheers JennieG |
|
06 Sep 07 - 03:47 AM (#2142180) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Morticia There's a piece of good news when I needed it, congrats Mark. I'm delighted for you both! |
|
06 Sep 07 - 04:12 AM (#2142195) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: John MacKenzie Well done Docs, be happy together. Urology huh? Giok |
|
06 Sep 07 - 04:15 AM (#2142198) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: harpmolly Congratulations, and aloha nui loa! Molly Kaleo |
|
06 Sep 07 - 04:22 AM (#2142203) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Linda Goodman Zebooker Wonderful news. I have enjoyed your songs and postings over the years. Best wishes to both of you. Linda Goodman |
|
06 Sep 07 - 05:33 AM (#2142238) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Roger the Skiffler Best wishes to you both from me, too, let's hear you on here more often again, Mark. RtS |
|
06 Sep 07 - 07:02 AM (#2142264) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: catspaw49 Hey Doc....Good to hear from you and with such happy news to boot! All my best to you both......and drop in occasionally huh? Spaw |
|
06 Sep 07 - 07:58 AM (#2142292) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: GUEST,Secret Santa Congratualations from your Secret Santa. I guess you'll be needing a matching tie dye shirt! |
|
06 Sep 07 - 08:29 AM (#2142304) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Alba Delighted for you both Mark. Wishing you and Jackie nothing but the best from your Life together. Warmest of Wishes, Jude |
|
06 Sep 07 - 08:44 AM (#2142311) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: KT Warmest Congratulatinons, Mark, to you and your bride! I hope you told her about your former addiciton to Mudcat....okay, maybe you never were addicted, but there is always that potential! Good to see you here, again. Much happiness to you and Dr. Jackie! KT |
|
06 Sep 07 - 09:27 AM (#2142349) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Big Mick ....and so the song begins. May it have many verses, and a beautiful chorus filled with the voices of friends and family. I hope we get to sing together one day. All the best, Mick |
|
06 Sep 07 - 09:29 AM (#2142355) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Bat Goddess Congratulations, Mark! Do you remember your way to The Press Room so we can meet your bride? Wishing you both the absolute BEST of everything! Linn |
|
06 Sep 07 - 09:47 AM (#2142374) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Rapparee Oh, good for her! I wish her all the happiness in the world. Yeah, okay, you too. |
|
06 Sep 07 - 10:51 AM (#2142419) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: John MacKenzie OUTWARD BOUND (Tom Paxton) Outward bound, upon a ship that sails no ocean Outward bound, it has no crew but me and you All alone when just a minute ago the shore was filled with people With people that we knew So farewell, adieu, so long, vaya con Dios May they find whatever they are lookin for Remember when the wine was better than ever before We could not ask, we could not ask for more Outward bound upon a journey without ending Outward bound with uncharted waters beneath our bow For behind, the green familiar shore is fading into time And time has left us now Outward bound, upon a ship with tattered sail Outward bound upon a crooked lonesome trail Things we learn, we'll just be satisfied in knowing And we'll tell it to our kids as a fairy tale recorded by Tom Paxton Copyright Cherry Lane Music Publishing Co., Inc. |
|
06 Sep 07 - 10:58 AM (#2142426) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Stilly River Sage Congratulations, Mark, from one of the Pacific Northwest contingent! I know Dad would be offering you good wishes (and probably some gnarly, pun-filled advice) and a song or two. Maggie |
|
06 Sep 07 - 11:00 AM (#2142428) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: M.Ted And with the combined salaries of two doctors, in five or ten years, you'll be able to save enough for the down payment on a house! All the best to you both. I am so happy for you--life is is good when you're with a good person that loves you-- |
|
06 Sep 07 - 11:11 AM (#2142436) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: SINSULL Congratulations, Mark! Nice to get some good news. Be very happy together. Mary |
|
06 Sep 07 - 11:18 AM (#2142444) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Amos Warmest congratulations to both of you, Mark. If you two want the best cup of coffee in town, stop by Barefoot Coffee Roasters on Stevens Creek Blvd, near the line to San Jose. Ask for Ariel and tell her you're a friend of mine and you'll get a special heart on your cappucino foam. (Really!) Try it for a lazy croissant and java Sunday morning! A |
|
06 Sep 07 - 11:20 AM (#2142447) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: CarolC Congratulations, Mark! I'm so happy to read this news. Wishing you and your new wife a very long and very happy life together. ( ...of course, the burning question way down in the deep, dark recesses of my mind is... does she play the accordion?) |
|
06 Sep 07 - 11:35 AM (#2142462) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Liz the Squeak Wonderful news dear, all the best to you both. So that's another two for the Secret Santa sign up then?! LTS |
|
06 Sep 07 - 03:41 PM (#2142669) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: gnu Awwww... ain't love grand? Good on ya Mark! Congrats to ya both! |
|
06 Sep 07 - 03:57 PM (#2142682) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: GUEST,mg Congratulations...do you have any new sons or daughters now? mg |
|
06 Sep 07 - 06:19 PM (#2142806) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: GUEST,Don Firth Well, good on ya, sir! Best wishes to you and your lady! I just realized that, as of December 17th of this year, Barbara and I will have been married for thirty years? I highly recommend it. It works for me. . . . Don Firth |
|
06 Sep 07 - 06:28 PM (#2142809) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Peace Congratulations to both of you, Mark. Have missed you posting here. Hope things are good in California. |
|
06 Sep 07 - 09:02 PM (#2142933) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Sorcha Yes, very nice to get some good news! Mazel Tov! |
|
06 Sep 07 - 09:50 PM (#2142962) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Dave Swan I had a nice long talk with Mark a couple of days ago and, not surprisingly, he sounded GREAT. Jackie is a charmer. I think they're both very lucky. D |
|
06 Sep 07 - 10:04 PM (#2142975) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: alison wonderful news Mark - I hope you have a long & happy life together. I never got to have those macadamias................... slainte alison |
|
16 Sep 07 - 10:37 PM (#2150843) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Mark Cohen Thanks for this delightful bouquet of wishes. It's a wedding present I'll treasure...and that's no joke. Jackie was touched, as well. I've told her how much this place has meant to me. Amos, we'll give Barefoot a try. Don, I'm going to miss my 30th med school reunion this month, but I hope we'll be celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. Congratulations to you and Barbara! Giok, thanks for "Outward Bound." It's always been one of my favorite Paxton songs--in fact, just one of my favorite songs. It feels very good to be on the ship at last, after all these years on the shore. I know I won't be on here as much as I was when I was single (yes, I did notice that this thread had fallen off the edge of the world), but I promise not to be a stranger. Aloha, Mark PS Harpmolly, are you the current Mudcat Kama'aina? Or an expatriate? |
|
16 Sep 07 - 11:03 PM (#2150857) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Alice Congratulations to you both! How did that child sized violin work out by the way? Alice in Montana |
|
17 Sep 07 - 03:18 AM (#2150924) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Catherine Jayne Congratulations!!! |
|
17 Sep 07 - 03:19 AM (#2150925) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: chazkratz Hey, Mark--Congratulations and best wishes. i heard you had come to California. We haven't communicated since my son sent my wife and me to Honolulu a few years ago and you couldn't get away from Hilo and we couldn't get off Oahu. I just made a rare appearance here to post about my 75th birthday and saw this thread. I'm about an hour and a half north of you--El Cerrito, just north of Berkeley. I was in Santa Clara a few years ago for a banjo workshop with Dan Levinson (I don't get around an awful lot). Charles (--seed) |
|
17 Sep 07 - 09:44 AM (#2151069) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Oh, Mark, I'm so happy for you! Allison |
|
17 Sep 07 - 10:39 AM (#2151124) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Wesley S Yes marrage can be a wonderful institution. May you have many years of happiness together. |
|
18 Sep 07 - 04:22 AM (#2151702) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Peter Kasin Congratulations, Mark! Hey, bring Jackie to a chantey sing sometime. All the best to you, Chanteyranger |
|
18 Sep 07 - 05:17 PM (#2152136) Subject: RE: Mark Cohen got married From: Cool Beans Mazel tov, Mark! All the best. Marty in Detroit |