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BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)

21 May 09 - 07:58 PM (#2638063)
Subject: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: jacqui.c

We've just got back from the hospital where Kendall was due to have further treatment to his damage vocal cord.

When the surgeon was about to put more filler in the right vocal cord he noticed a lump on the left vocal cord. Further examination showed that there was a growth on the left vocal cord which seems to be a carcinoma in situ. A deep biopsy has been taken and we will, hopefully, get the diagnosis by the end of next week.

In all probabilty this will entail further laser surgery to excise this new cancer and then further reconstructive surgery to try and improve the voice quality, which will deteriorate as a result of this surgery.

Needless to say, we are both devastated by this latest news, as is Kendall's surgeon, who has become a friend.


21 May 09 - 08:02 PM (#2638064)
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From: SINSULL

So very sad, Jacqui. This is such bad news. Tell the Captain he is loved and treasured.
Mary


21 May 09 - 08:05 PM (#2638068)
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From: Stilly River Sage

Damn.


21 May 09 - 08:06 PM (#2638069)
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From: Jeri

I'm so sorry. Big hugs from me and ditto what Mary said.


21 May 09 - 08:06 PM (#2638071)
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From: kendall

Definition of time: Just one god damn thing after another.
To hell with it. It's obvious that all the good thoughts and prayers are woth zero.Thanks anyway, you tried and I do appreciate that.


21 May 09 - 08:21 PM (#2638078)
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From: Maryrrf

I am so sorry to hear this.


21 May 09 - 08:21 PM (#2638079)
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From: Amos

Gawdammit, Kendall...you keep opening your mouth as wide as you can and all these demons fly in. I thought they taught you to keep yoah mouth shet back on the farm. Gawdammit.

Hell widdit. You know you are as loved as a feller can be and still be decent, so buck up and heal that one, too. You're bigger than it is.



A


21 May 09 - 08:30 PM (#2638082)
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From: curmudgeon

Do, please, read   this -- Tom


21 May 09 - 08:30 PM (#2638084)
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From: Deckman

damn damn damn. bob


21 May 09 - 08:32 PM (#2638086)
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From: meself

Hang tough, man. We'll be waiting here for you ...


21 May 09 - 08:56 PM (#2638101)
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From: Hollowfox

%$@#. My thoughts are with you.


21 May 09 - 08:57 PM (#2638105)
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From: katlaughing

It's obvious that all the good thoughts and prayers are worth zero.

I know you are angry and feel devastated, but think..if you had NOT had all of those good thoughts and prayers, you might not be here. There are always worse alternatives and always more than an "either/or"...third and fourth alternatives, etc.

The Kendall I know and love has a strong faith in the Great Spirit, as do I. You can make it through this, if you choose and with Jacqui there I think you'd better choose or else! (Hope that got a small grin out of ya, at least.

Enough...I give thanks for your complete healing and send lots of {{{{{HUGS}}}} and love to you both.

(curmudgeon, thanks for the link. I'd heard that, too!)


21 May 09 - 09:05 PM (#2638109)
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From: Severn

A truly sad thing to hear. I wish him only the best getting through these new trials, and my thoughts and hopes will be with him.


21 May 09 - 09:09 PM (#2638113)
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From: Mrrzy

Aw man. Woman and child, too. So very sorry.


21 May 09 - 09:13 PM (#2638119)
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From: Charley Noble

Shit!

Someone had to say that.

And yes, Kendall, I'll mobilize some positive thoughts your way as well.

Charley Noble


21 May 09 - 09:15 PM (#2638120)
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From: Ron Davies

Aw, Cap'n.   You can coast on your laurels for a while. And, after the 7 years or so bad luck you've had it must be time for the worm to turn. When you get your voice back you can branch out and sing the blues--you've sure earned the right.


21 May 09 - 09:26 PM (#2638124)
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From: Beer

Some folks say this with no problem on the internet. Many are friends whom I have never met. And thought I seldom use profanity the first words whispered as I read this was "FUCK".
Adrien


21 May 09 - 09:26 PM (#2638126)
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From: Neil D

My God, WTF?!? SO sorry to hear this news. We know that there is nothing we can say. My sister is having a radical hysterectomy in the morning. They will take lymph nodes to see if hers has spread. We completely understand the "where do the good thoughts and prayers get ya?", but we gotta keep hoping that sometime something has to let up. PLEASE!!!!


21 May 09 - 09:27 PM (#2638127)
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From: Barry Finn

Sorry to hear this news Kendall. I wish there was something I could do or say.

BArry


21 May 09 - 09:29 PM (#2638129)
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From: Ebbie

DAAAAMMMMMMN

Katlaughing makes a great point- if it weren't for the intangibles...

And we do know that at least some bodily functions are affected by thought. Biofeedback is in common use.

And since we know that much, we also know how much more we don't know.

But, as I said, DAAAAAMMMMMN


21 May 09 - 09:32 PM (#2638132)
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From: Beer

I think I'm also a little upset because my close friend and co-worker for 35 years was diagnosed with lymphoma cancer 4 weeks ago and he finally told me yesterday. Peace (Bruce), if you come on this thread you met him with a beer in his hand two years ago in my garage. His name is Grant.
Sorry to side step for a minute but I'm sure you understand.
Adrien


21 May 09 - 09:38 PM (#2638137)
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From: ranger1

Oh, crap! Well, tell that nodule to get itself gone or Jacqui will kick its ass.

(((Kendall)))


21 May 09 - 09:39 PM (#2638138)
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From: Dan Schatz

You're right, Kendall. The prayers and good thoughts and wishes don't change anything. You still have cancer, you still have to deal with the damage, and it still stinks, completely.

All the prayers and the good thoughts and the best wishes do is tell you that you don't have to go through any of this alone. They tell you that as much as we all love your singing and storytelling, that isn't why we love you. (In some cases, actually, it's the leather jacket, but I for one like you as a person.) They won't take away a single ounce of suffering, but they can let you know that the suffering isn't all there is, and there are those among us who will walk with you - Jacqui most of all, but she is not the only one.

It's bad news, yes, and I'd be thoroughly pissed if I were you - at life, at God, at the universe, at my body, at whatever and whomever I could find to be pissed at. You've earned the right.

But on the other side of despair and anger is love - and you are deeply loved by more people than you know.

You don't need to get there today, or even soon. It's all right. Our love and friendship will be wait for you.

Dan


21 May 09 - 09:42 PM (#2638143)
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From: Tinker

What Kat said.
.... and Kendall the thought of you tends to bring out the best of my positive thoughts and hugs and yeah, I'd rather be able to fix it too.... (I tend to go down that road too often myself.) But, the chorus tonight seems to be Dammmn.... followed by a really big hug.


21 May 09 - 09:43 PM (#2638144)
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From: artbrooks

Damn!


21 May 09 - 09:47 PM (#2638151)
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From: Stilly River Sage

Kendall, read the article Amos linked to. I've been listening to that series all week, and now I see the reason why--it was to chime in as one more voice to say you can get over this, just take one day at a time and don't waste time looking at what you had, look at what you have now and what you want to have in the future. That's all we can ask of you.

In the meantime, your friends at Mudcat and elsewhere are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers, and there isn't a damned thing you can do about it. Except get better.

SRS


21 May 09 - 09:54 PM (#2638152)
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From: Janie

Kendall and Jacqui,

I can and nothing to what has been said so far, other than to strongly second Dan's post. Prayers and good thoughts may not make a disease go away, but love does matter. You know that but that knowledge is just hidden from you right now by what I understand is in many ways devestating news, particularly in view of your expectation that you were going to take another step toward restoration of your voice.

I think you know just how much you are loved, both of you. And Kendall, you have Jacqui at your side now, unlike the first time cancer was discovered, to walk very, very closely beside you.

When you are ready, let this precious knowledge exist beside the anger and deep, deep disappointment.

I am grateful that the carcinoma appears to be in situ and fully contained. I love you for who you are, not for your voice.

Janie


21 May 09 - 09:56 PM (#2638153)
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From: Rapparee

Oh, goddamn sumbitch batshit ratsass and I'm about to get down to some real cussin' so I'll leave off before I offend someone.


21 May 09 - 09:57 PM (#2638156)
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From: olddude

Please get better , I am so so sorry to hear this ... anything I can do you know how to get a hold of me Captain ...
anytime

In my prayers
what a bad time you good folks have gone through lately
please take care of yourself

Dan


21 May 09 - 10:12 PM (#2638166)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: Stilly River Sage

Hey, Kendall, I just got off the phone with Kat. We discussed your case--and concur--less time for you in the cellar now. That's one good thing that comes of it.

SRS (takes off Pollyanna costume and heads for the door)


21 May 09 - 11:21 PM (#2638193)
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From: ClaireBear

Oh Kendall, oh Jacqui, cancer is such a bitch.

Never give a bitch the time of day.

I love you two. Be strong, yet again.

Claire


21 May 09 - 11:26 PM (#2638194)
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From: Bill D

well, Dan Schatz & Janie said about everything I might have. People DO care, no matter "Murphy's Law 147Z.128"
"Whatever hits the fan is not distributed equally."

You've had your share and part of 6-8 others. Let the docs do their thing and maybe it IS time for some better news soon.


21 May 09 - 11:54 PM (#2638203)
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From: Celtaddict

Hate to hear it.
What Dan said.
And the love and hugs are here whether you appreciate them just now or not.
But we will be glad to hear you again, even if it is in a whisper.


21 May 09 - 11:55 PM (#2638204)
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From: Nancy King

Well, jeez, Kendall, what rotten news! You've had more than your share over the last while, and there's not much any of us can say or do it mitigate that. But we DO love you, and keep you in our thoughts. Hope it helps.

Nancy


22 May 09 - 03:01 AM (#2638261)
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From: KT

This is so lousy. I can only imagine how deflated you must feel. Disppointed is the tip of the iceburg. AND, I AM continuing to hold you both in positive, loving thoughts.
Love you both~
KT


22 May 09 - 03:13 AM (#2638265)
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From: Gervase

Don't you bloody DARE get defeatist about this, Morse!
It's crap news, but it isn't necessarily the crappest. Meanwhile, click this at regular intervals.


22 May 09 - 03:50 AM (#2638280)
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From: Sandra in Sydney

I second everything said - especially Dan's comment about your jacket (I once had a leather jacket that my friends loved!)

hugs to you both

sandra


22 May 09 - 04:08 AM (#2638290)
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From: Keith A of Hertford

All here thinking of you two today.
Hoping for better news,
keith.


22 May 09 - 04:26 AM (#2638300)
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From: Herga Kitty

Have only just seen this thread, and can only echo what Keith (and others) have said.

Love and hugs to you both (and to family)

Kitty
xxx


22 May 09 - 04:31 AM (#2638302)
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From: bfdk

So sorry to hear your news, stay strong.

A big hug for the both of you,

Bente


22 May 09 - 04:33 AM (#2638303)
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From: alanabit

What Beer said.


22 May 09 - 04:44 AM (#2638307)
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From: Anne Lister

Whether it's worthless or not in practical terms, we're sending love and,yes, healing thoughts across the ocean. Might not do any good, but at least it's something we can do rather than just feel totally helpless.

Words don't do it, really, do they?

Anne


22 May 09 - 04:47 AM (#2638309)
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From: Bryn Pugh

Sorry to hear this. Love and hugs from Erica and me.

May the Great Mother and the All Father heal and comfort you both.

So mote it be.


22 May 09 - 04:49 AM (#2638310)
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From: Liz the Squeak

Bugger. Bugger, bugger, bugger, bugger, bugger.

I'm not going to stop thinking good thoughts for you though, just because you're a grumpy old coot. Miserable bastards like you just keep going and going!

((hugs))

LTS


22 May 09 - 05:15 AM (#2638326)
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From: Leadfingers

One day , as I sat musing , sad and lonely , without a friend , a voice came to me out of the gloom saying " Cheer Up ! Things could be worse!"
So I cheered up , and sure enough , things got worse .

Hell Cap'n , words fail me , so I fall back on Bad Humour !


22 May 09 - 05:31 AM (#2638340)
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From: maeve

Kendall and Jacqui,

Life does not get easier. Listen to Dan. Anger makes sense right now. Keep the door open for the return of joy. Because I said so.

I love you both,

maeve


22 May 09 - 06:11 AM (#2638357)
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From: gnu

Oh my.


22 May 09 - 06:37 AM (#2638367)
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From: AllisonA(Animaterra)

....excuse me (leaves the room, goes outside, kicks some rocks and shouts and swears for a minute).

OK, I'm back. And having gotten that off my chest, I'm still determined to send light and love and healing thoughts and prayers to you, dear friend. I'm with Kat (as usual) on this one.


22 May 09 - 06:40 AM (#2638372)
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From: Hawker

Not a lot I can add, except NOT FAIR! Love you both, holding both your hands and im not stopping thinking about you both either! You dont deserve this, and like many here I only wish I could carry this heap of shit for you!
Hugs, Lucy x


22 May 09 - 07:28 AM (#2638396)
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From: Bobert

Nuthin' left to add... It's all been said...

Listen, ya'll... Ol' Bobert gonna have a bigass talk with the Bigass Big Guy this evenin' and see if He will get this thing sorted out...

Until then, ya'll take care and know that you're in my thoughts...

((((BIG HUG)))

Bobert


22 May 09 - 07:50 AM (#2638412)
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From: Becca72

Very well said, Dan. Thank you.
My own opinion is this sucks but we've dealt with worse. Kendall is a much loved father, grandfather, husband and friend voice or no voice.
I love you, Dad.


22 May 09 - 07:58 AM (#2638416)
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From: SINSULL

So...after a few Fucks! Shits! Sons of a Whore! and some tears, I settled down and realized that today is not a whole lot different from yesterday. The "What is": Kendall's voice is no worse than it was on Monday. Kendall may still get it back.

As to the positive thoughts not helping, I see just the opposite. Two months of looking for Ezra, comforting Meghan, and worrying 24/7 have taken their toll. This growth is at least partially due to all that stress.

So, for now, rant, rave, throw things. DO NOT kick Jacqui or the dog. Get all the frustration and anger out. And then we start over.

But not at the beginning - the experience you have with the first tumor puts you light years ahead on treating the second one. Let us know when to re-light the candles.
Mary


22 May 09 - 07:59 AM (#2638417)
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From: catspaw49

Dan came along and Janie and said what I was thinking as well. I see Bill and others, not surprisingly, agree with them too. If you didn't get it Kendall, then let me phrase it in a different way......

Fuck You...........

It don't matter a fat rat's ass whether thoughts and prayers heal or not. They are though, the tangible proof that you have loyal and caring friends who love you......and how dare you tell them otherwise? You have the right to feel pissed over the cancer and all but you have no right to tell these folks that they don't matter........because they do. And you know what? They obviously aren't going to let you remain in that present mood because it takes a lot more dumbass behavior than even you can provide to shake their love and friendship.

So wallow around awhile and then get up and apologize to those fine folks who love you for the man you are rather than anything you do, have done, or ever was. They don't care. They love you. I thought that any asshole could see that but I may have been wrong. All those good wishes and prayers are the proof of their love and care. If you can't see that or can't do that, then what you can do is kiss my ass.....and I just farted.

Spaw


22 May 09 - 08:29 AM (#2638431)
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From: Lox

Don't give up mate.

I'll miss you if I don't see you around here.

You're a good man.


22 May 09 - 09:17 AM (#2638451)
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From: MMario

I opened this thread hoping and praying that a spambot had ressurected an old thread and I'd be reading posts from long ago...

Damn.


22 May 09 - 09:27 AM (#2638459)
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From: Dave Swan

All best wishes for the best possible outcome.

D


22 May 09 - 09:47 AM (#2638476)
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From: topical tom

So sorry, Kendall to hear such bad news. I'll keep you in my thoughts and, yes, even prayers. They can't hurt and they MAY help; what's to lose? Anyway, I wish you all the best. Hang on to hope.


22 May 09 - 09:49 AM (#2638479)
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From: wysiwyg

(((kendall)))

(((jacqui)))

Part of what makes the Captain the Captain is that he knows how to handle a storm.

~S~


22 May 09 - 10:40 AM (#2638517)
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From: billybob

Dear Kendall and Jacqui,
we have never met, but I feel I know you through mudcat, been here reading about your family and all the dreadful days you had to get through recently.The stress must have contributed to what is happening now.
You are very special to all your friends near or far, all we can do is send our love and keep you in our thoughts.I do know how devestating it is to get bad news and also the feeling of dread when you sit outside the doctors office every six months and hope that all will be ok this time.
best wishes from the UK
Wendy


22 May 09 - 11:33 AM (#2638559)
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From: Zany Mouse

Only just caught up with this thread and I'm SSSOOOO sorry. I hear your views, Kendall, but I'm still going to do a working to send healing over the waves.

Blessings
Rhiannon and Mick


22 May 09 - 11:46 AM (#2638574)
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From: LilyFestre

Lots of good thoughts coming your way.

Michelle


22 May 09 - 12:35 PM (#2638602)
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From: Sandy Mc Lean

So sorry to hear this! Struggles never seem to end, but struggle on we must!
Best wishes for a positive outcome,
          Sandy


22 May 09 - 12:44 PM (#2638611)
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From: Azizi

I'm still sending out Positive Vibrations.

-Azizi


22 May 09 - 01:11 PM (#2638632)
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From: Mrs.Duck

Bugger!
Duck love coming your way both of you. xx


22 May 09 - 01:18 PM (#2638638)
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From: mouldy

Hell, Kendall, the measure of how much you are loved and respected is shown by the above people NOT giving up on the thoughts and prayers! I agree with all that's been said - and also sympathise with your knee-jerk reaction to the news you've just been given - but DESPITE that, we are continuing doing our bit by being there for you both, in spirit at least, so climb up onto all these good vibes that are coming your way, both of you, and let's have at this damned invader in your body!

Andrea x


22 May 09 - 02:12 PM (#2638673)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: jacqui.c

Thank you all of you. I love you all.

I think that this hit us harder because we went to Albany on the hope that there might be some improvement to Kendall's voice as a result of the procedure. Those of you that have seen Kendall in the past few months know how much of an improvement there had already been. Instead of that improvement we were told that he could lose some of the voice he has now and that really hurt.

I think that having to tell Kendall the bad news when he was out of recovery was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. He still thought that the original operation had been carried out and the look on his face when I told him that it hadn't, and what Dr Shapshay had found, was one I never want to see again. We were staying at the house of friends fairly close to the hospital and had the house to ourselves as they were away overnight. That was a blessing as we both needed some space to deal with this.

Now he has to have a CAT scan of his neck next Tuesday and then wait for the results of the biopsy, we're told at the end of next week. In the meantime we're looking on the web to see what information there is and whether there have been any new treatments that might be a bit less invasive. We will both have our reactions, of course, but we will get past that and deal with what is.

The one good thing was that, if he had not had this procedure, this cancer was in a place where it would not have been easily seen - it didn't show up on the exam that Kendall had about a month ago. hopefully, because it has been found early, there may not be so much damage.


22 May 09 - 02:16 PM (#2638679)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: kendall

Spaw, you bastard! This is the first post of yours that has made my eyes leak.

Folks, I never said that you don't count. What I meant was, praying for someone else doesn't count. As the article Curmudgeon posted said, there is not one bit of evidence that prayers for someone else work.

Sure I believe in the Great spirit, but I'm a Deist. I'm mad as hell that it created tobacco, and that I got addicted to it.I quit smoking 13 years ago, and this appeared 4 years later. I'm tired. I can tolerate the despair, it's the god damn hope that's getting me.

There is a photo on our bathroom wall of a penguin covered in oil walking up the beach and the caption is: FUCK IT, I'M GOING HOME. I know just how it feels.


22 May 09 - 02:24 PM (#2638684)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: gnu

Well! At least there is a bright side, somewhat. And, with all the good wishes and Spaw to cheer things up, it's already taking an upswing.


22 May 09 - 02:26 PM (#2638686)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: gnu

Oh... there you are Cap'n. We all know you didn't mean ity that wat way, Kendall, but Spaw needs some kinda material to work with.


22 May 09 - 02:31 PM (#2638691)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: Jeri

No, I don't think he does need material. I think he's mostly a 'self starter'.


22 May 09 - 02:35 PM (#2638695)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: gnu

I was alluding to the fact that it's pretty hard to find any fault with Kendall. Like the saying goes, "If ya gotta explain em, they ain't funny." I'll try harded in future.


22 May 09 - 02:46 PM (#2638700)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: gnu

Oops! I said "mean it" when I should have said "say it". Kendall was quite clear.


22 May 09 - 03:00 PM (#2638708)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: DougR

So sorry, Kendall.

DougR


22 May 09 - 03:04 PM (#2638711)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: open mike

here's wiching for a good report..
since it has not been biopsied
yet perhaps it could be bening!

It is time for some good news for
this family....hang in there and
take a deep breath and like the
frog in the heron's mouth
NEVER GIVE UP!!


22 May 09 - 03:06 PM (#2638713)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: Dan Schatz

"{Prayer doesn't change things. Prayer changes people, and people change things." - Lon Ray Call

The trick is that the things that get changed might not be what you were expecting or asking for - though they may be what you need.

Dan


22 May 09 - 03:11 PM (#2638717)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: catspaw49

Now that's more like it! And Kendall.....I have that same photo on our fridge!

And Jacqui.......What I said to Neil's wife Christina on another thread sorta' just fits here to you as well............

Much Love,

Pat and Karen (who suggested we need a "Sick Catter's Spouse Club")


22 May 09 - 03:20 PM (#2638724)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: katlaughing

...things that get changed might not be what you were expecting or asking for - though they may be what you need.

Wise words, those. That's why I always end with "I give thanks for this, or something better, for the highest good of all concerned." That gets my little will out of the way and allows the Great Spirit to fill 'er up! :-)

Thanks, Jacqui and Kendall, for taking the time to post.


22 May 09 - 03:36 PM (#2638734)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: VirginiaTam

So sorry to hear this news. As if you haven't been swallowing great lumps of stress and sorrow over the last weeks, months. One wonders where cosmic justice is being dispensed.

Praying that this lump is one that will be easily dispatched and with little negative after effect.

Hugs to you kendall and to Jacqui and Becca. Strength and good health to you all.


22 May 09 - 07:05 PM (#2638886)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: SussexCarole

We're both so sorry to hear this news Kendall & Jacqui - our love and hugs to you both.

Carole & Andrew xxx


22 May 09 - 07:54 PM (#2638922)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: TRUBRIT

Kendall -- ok, here's a deal--you can kick MY dog--she is a sweetie and won't nip you -- EVEN IF YOU WHIP HER. I hope to see you both tomorrow night.....

Let us all enjoy every minute of the time we have......................and long may it last.....


22 May 09 - 08:13 PM (#2638945)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: CapriUni

Aw, hell!

(What they all said, too).


22 May 09 - 09:53 PM (#2638985)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news
From: GUEST,winterbright

Yeah... what Charlie Noble said.

Enough, already, God!

Gotta pray, though... otherwise there's only beating your head on the wall.

Love to you both. Hold hands and take it one day at a time.


23 May 09 - 05:10 AM (#2639135)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: My guru always said

So sorry to read this. So many good words from Catters and loved ones here, especially Dan, kat, Janie and Spaw, made my eyes leak too! Sending love and hugs to you and jacqui and will keep up with the positive thoughts.
Hil x


23 May 09 - 06:10 AM (#2639167)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Becca, of course I expect that from you, but it's still nice to hear. I love you too, more than you know.

Trubrit, the only time I ever kicked a dog was when it attacked me.I could never kick Asha, but thanks for the offer!


23 May 09 - 07:33 AM (#2639183)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)

Thanks, Spaw, for saying what I was about to say: thank goodness for Jacqui!


23 May 09 - 09:07 AM (#2639233)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

I just got this e mail from my E.N.T. who is treating me for this thing.

Hi Kendall,
You should definitely keep on fighting-this new tumor is localized and curable. I will be there for you- need to get the final Pathology report and find a time to remove the tumor. The bottom line is that you're going to be fine -I've gotten used to your wonderful sense of humor and need to keep you telling stories and working on your next book.
SShapshay


23 May 09 - 09:18 AM (#2639237)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

There ya' go!

Remember, "Life wasn't meant to be easy. It was meant to be life."

(don't know who I'm quoting, but it ain't meself.)


23 May 09 - 09:21 AM (#2639241)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

If anyone ever had a better Doctor, I'd like to know who it was.
I only wish he had told me this before I left Albany.


23 May 09 - 09:57 AM (#2639258)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: billybob

Good news


23 May 09 - 10:11 AM (#2639261)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Just keeps getting better!


23 May 09 - 10:25 AM (#2639264)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: GUEST,Jack Sprocket

Good. Hope it doesn't mess up your voice too much. Get better and keep walking under ladders. Nil illegitimum carborundum.


23 May 09 - 10:27 AM (#2639266)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Now I feel like the kid who yelled "WOLF".


23 May 09 - 10:39 AM (#2639270)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: katlaughing

Wow, what an incredible doctor!

Crying Wolf is okay...esp. with the info you had to go on! I didn't realise this until I happened to see an old thread...you've been at this for nine years...long enough you can yell whatever you want and we will still be here for you and will NOT let you get away with too much!**bg**

luvyadarlin'

kat


23 May 09 - 10:49 AM (#2639278)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Dan Schatz

Nah. All that frustration, anger and pain was already there, and needed to come out. Now it has. This is good.

Dan


23 May 09 - 10:53 AM (#2639279)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: catspaw49

Look, if you can yell "Wolf" then we can start doing away with these threads........So get the surgery and yell Wolf! If that's too simple, yell "Coyote" which is a bit like a yodel and even better....

Spaw (Seriously---that's some great news!)


23 May 09 - 10:58 AM (#2639282)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Sandra in Sydney

hooray - my immediate thought was that your new scar won't be on the scale of mine - a 10" scar to deal with a 1" cancer!

Having a good doctor is everyone's right, but some are better than others.

sandra (who also has an excellent doctor)


23 May 09 - 11:11 AM (#2639288)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ebbie

The people who love you dom't mind being cried 'Wolf!' to.(Is there such a phrase?) We'll be with you under the hurdles as well as over them.


23 May 09 - 11:14 AM (#2639291)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Captain,
You didn't cry "Wolf". This was supposed to be a fairly routine surgery giving you your voice back. Instead it turned into more of the same old shit. At least this time, they know exactly how to treat it - no screwing around for a year with radiation, for example.
And a doctor who puts his diagnosis in writing! Wow. You're going to be OK. Now if we could only improve your disposition...
Mary


23 May 09 - 11:15 AM (#2639293)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Kendall, I held off posting to this mostly because everyone seemed to be saying what I wanted to say but better, but now that the "eastern sky seems to be lightening" I will say, we are pulling for you,we have been pulling for you, and will continue to do so, all of your friends and we are looking to a happy outcome even if only to hear your choice of colourful language when you are working around the place or cursing out those doctors!!!


23 May 09 - 11:18 AM (#2639296)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: katlaughing

100

and, just what exactly are you pulling, Miccadear?


23 May 09 - 11:27 AM (#2639304)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

My thought too, kat. Maybe it would be better just to cheer him on, miccamelove.


23 May 09 - 11:28 AM (#2639306)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

Kendall, maybe your doctor knew you were going to be upset no matter what and has a sense of the dramatic? Glad to hear it's fixable!

(Seriously, sometimes it feels like the glass is not only half empty, but what's in there is Bud.)

Give yourself a hug for me. Have Jacqui take a picture.


23 May 09 - 11:29 AM (#2639308)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

I think you had the same reaction anyone in your shoes would have.


23 May 09 - 11:37 AM (#2639313)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Ladies, What exactly is being pulled is irrelevent (so long as you wash your hands afterwards) but in THIS case it is as in "pulling an Oar" to help him along with moral support


23 May 09 - 11:45 AM (#2639318)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

I think maybe the kid yelled 'wolf' because he saw a wolf. Nobody else saw it so they thought he was just looking for attention for himself... right up until the time it et a sheep.

Sometimes, there really is a wolf.


23 May 09 - 12:09 PM (#2639335)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: GUEST,CLETUS HARDDINGER

Well hell Jeri.....sumtimes I dun feel like I bin et by a bear an shit over a cliff..............So where's that one fit in?

CLETUS


23 May 09 - 12:21 PM (#2639339)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

Cletus, sometimes we all feel like shit. You have to get up, shoo the flies away, pick out the bits of corn and watch out for dung beetles, then just pull yourself together and roll on.

My best advice: aim for the wolf.


23 May 09 - 12:50 PM (#2639356)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

WOOT! Wonderful Ongoing Optimistic Tidings.

and

WHEW! We Have Eagerly Wished.

for

RESULT! (sorry - this one is too hard to anagram)


23 May 09 - 12:58 PM (#2639364)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

I just noticed, I'm chuckling at the posts.


23 May 09 - 01:14 PM (#2639377)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Unless Spaw Trips, Expect Loo References!
RESULT


23 May 09 - 01:37 PM (#2639386)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Morticia

See, good thoughts and prayers do work or this could have been so much worse. It's crap but only a few inches rather than feet.

Love you both.


23 May 09 - 01:42 PM (#2639390)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

Think maybe there is an angel looking after you.


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23 May 09 - 02:08 PM (#2639404)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Spaw's been trippin fer years man.

Spaw... bear on a cliff... time for a new bear thread. It was in blueberry season, back in the early 90's...


23 May 09 - 02:12 PM (#2639405)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: GUEST

Holee Doodee Jeri! I jus saw that pitcher that Virginny Ham put up an I dun reelized that it wernt no bear that dun it, it was an angel! Duz that meen Ime angel food? I dunno but seems to me that gittin et by an angel an shit over a cliff izza hole lot diffrunt. Ime perty shur it wuz an angel too cuz it lookt like that pitcher........then again that angel shur had a mitey hairry ass....

CLETUS


23 May 09 - 02:30 PM (#2639415)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam


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23 May 09 - 02:31 PM (#2639417)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

oops! I messed up hist hairy a**

or mebbe Cletus did.


23 May 09 - 02:35 PM (#2639419)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

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23 May 09 - 02:41 PM (#2639423)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

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23 May 09 - 02:42 PM (#2639424)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Tig

I know this is a complete bummer but it could have been worse. Just imagine finding a new growth in a few months as you 'thought' the treatment was nearing an end! At least at this point it will only be relatively small and probably easier to deal with.

Whatever has been decided for us in our growing will happen. Treat it with the fortitude you already have and you'll be a winner whatever.

Lots of love and healing hugs
Tig
xxxxx


23 May 09 - 03:27 PM (#2639447)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Bat Goddess

No, not crying "Wolf" -- thoroughly understandable feeling of getting kicked in the teeth (again).

Good news that your doctor is optimistic -- and that he truly seems to care about YOU personally, not just as a patient.

Kendall my dear, supposedly all this AFGO* builds character -- but I really thought you were enough of a character already.

Hugs (with or without your jacket),

Linn






*AFGO = "Another Fucking Growth Opportunity" (credit given to Jeff Lind)


23 May 09 - 03:54 PM (#2639468)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Perhaps I'll sleep tonight. Not like last night.Went to bed at 9, heard the clock strike 10..11 and 4 am.
I'm beat.


23 May 09 - 04:11 PM (#2639487)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I hope you sleep well. Sleep is the only thing that stands between us and death.

Besides taxes, of course.


23 May 09 - 04:15 PM (#2639491)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: KT

Hey, it feels like a party going on in here!~!!

Let's toast to the good news! Let's all join together and raise a glass (of anything) at- say......8 pm Maine time, 4pm Alaska time, etc..... (that way, the Captain will still be awake to join in).

Here's to the Captain - for a swift and complete recovery, and to his wonderful wife, Jacqui, for being right by his side through it all!

And to.......(fill in the blank)

Don't forget - all of us together at 8 pm Maine time!

KT


23 May 09 - 04:50 PM (#2639515)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: fat B****rd

Best regards,Kendall. I'm thinking of you and yours.
ATB from Charlie in Dunfermline


23 May 09 - 04:59 PM (#2639519)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: TRUBRIT

wonderful wonderful news --- I officially withdraw the offer to kick Asha (which you declined anywayt.....!)


23 May 09 - 05:44 PM (#2639549)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ranger1

I dunno, it might just have been my offer to regift the singing deer head to him that did it. Another piece of SINSULL hideobilia. I think it would have gone great with Chernobyl Barbie, personally.


23 May 09 - 08:06 PM (#2639619)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Lox

"I just noticed, I'm chuckling at the posts."


see ... thats the problem with kids today ... no respect!!


Fear is only natural kendall. If you think there is a wolf you'd be foolish not to say so.


Very happy for you - and me :-)


23 May 09 - 09:21 PM (#2639652)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Richard Atkins

Kendall what a shit bugger.
On the positive this repeat discovered early should not put you throgh the grief you had last time!
Tickets booked yesterday for myself and our Guru for the Getaway.
We therefore look forward to seeing you soon.
All love and thoughts, Richard and Hils.


23 May 09 - 11:45 PM (#2639691)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

I hope you are sound asleep right now, Kendall. I'm glad your news has undergone a sea change. Jacqui has a hug and a snack from me for you.

maeve


24 May 09 - 03:16 AM (#2639735)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Roger the Skiffler

...And good wishes from me, too, Cap'n.

RtS


24 May 09 - 03:31 AM (#2639738)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Maeve, will there be pie????


24 May 09 - 07:03 AM (#2639786)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: freda underhill

Thank goodness. I'm so sorry you and Jacqui have had to be frightened with bad news, but so, so pleased that it's turned into better news.

freda


24 May 09 - 08:56 AM (#2639806)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

There will always be pie for Kendall.

maeve


24 May 09 - 09:52 AM (#2639827)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Lizzie Cornish 1

Good to hear the good news, Kendall...and my goodness, but...aren't you LOVED!

I hope everything goes well and that you're back singing again as soon as you're able.

Lizzie :0) x


24 May 09 - 11:41 AM (#2639886)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

It is written that the measure of a person is not how much we love, but how much we ARE loved.
If that's true, I am rich as Midas.


24 May 09 - 12:19 PM (#2639902)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Bobert

I got good news and bad news, Capt'n...

So I sat down for a bigass chat with the bigass Big Guy and He hummed and hawed and finally said the He weren't ready to have you in Heaven 'cause yer a trouble maker so He's gonna leave ya' down here... That's the good news... I guess???

Oh, the bad news??? He says He ain't gonna do much fir yer voice until ya' think up some new stories...

That's the bigass truth, Capt'n... That's the word of God HisBigassSelf!!!

B~


24 May 09 - 12:27 PM (#2639907)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

'Think up' meaning 'steal' I believe...


24 May 09 - 12:47 PM (#2639913)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: curmudgeon

"'Think up' meaning 'steal' I believe... "

We folksingers call it collecting - Tom


24 May 09 - 03:54 PM (#2639984)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: alanabit

Hi Kendall. Just read your post of 23 May 09 - 09:07 AM. Just want to add my voice to all the others, who are delighted that the news is getting better.


24 May 09 - 06:04 PM (#2640057)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I have NEVER stolen or collected... I have told, but always given credit.


24 May 09 - 06:56 PM (#2640080)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

I stole a pair of pantyhose once, in college. After I got out the door, I felt so guilty I went back in and said "I forgot to pay for these."


24 May 09 - 08:16 PM (#2640121)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

When I was a boy I stole a handful of peas from a neighbor's garden. That has bothered me ever since.


24 May 09 - 08:57 PM (#2640144)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Bobert

When I was a boy I peed on my neigbor's garden...

Awww, nevermind... I didn't really do that the best I remember...

You feel better now, Capt'n??? Hey, ain't like they got yer mug shot in the post office fir yer offense... Maybe you just needed to have long beard and a Koran at the time... When was that, anyway??? They have Korans back then??? Thay have peas??? I thought the pea was developed some time in then Middle Ages 'er so, give 'er take a few hunnert years??? I might be wrong on this, Capt'n... I donno... I ain't no pea-ologist such as yerself...

Maybe you could clear this up seein' as none of us was 'round back in the Middle Ages???

Maybe this give you some new story to tell so that the BigAss Guy get yer talker talkeratin'...

I donno... I'm just a hillbilly bluesplayer and ain't into that Middle Ages stuff too good... I mean, if has been a logn time, ya know...

B~


25 May 09 - 07:00 AM (#2640332)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

A thief is a thief is a thief. What he steals and how much is secondary.


25 May 09 - 07:22 AM (#2640343)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

When I was a boy I stole a handful of peas from a neighbor's garden. That has bothered me ever since.

And a boy is still a child. Would you not forgive your own child for such an indiscretion?

We must all learn to forgive the sins of our own youth.


25 May 09 - 08:35 AM (#2640378)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Sure.To forgive does not mean you condone the act, it simply means you will not allow it to rule your life.


25 May 09 - 12:06 PM (#2640490)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Does anyone agree?


25 May 09 - 12:14 PM (#2640495)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

Oh I agree.

I took a pack of Wrigley's gum (yellow pack) from local store when I was about 6 years old. My mom marched me back to the store and made me own up to what I'd done. I was terrified.

And I did the same thing to my son when he did pocketed one caramel from Brach's pick and mix counter.

Was that terrible? No. I think both events added to my understanding of childhood experiences and lessons and the ability to forgive myself.


25 May 09 - 12:16 PM (#2640497)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Sandy Mc Lean

Our character is shaped as much by our mistakes and failures as it is by accomplishments. Those peas were important to you because you remembered that from childhood with regret, making you a strong and honest man.


25 May 09 - 12:20 PM (#2640501)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jerry Rasmussen

If you're going to get it right Bobert, You have to say "I peed on my neighbor's stole."


25 May 09 - 01:47 PM (#2640569)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ebbie

I never filched anything from a store- one of the things my mother got firmly across to her kids: Don't touch that - it's not yours.

When my daughter was four and "safely" out of the store, she opened her pocket wide to me and said proudly: See? Inside was nestled a canday bar.

I first explained the crime then took her inside to tell the clerk what she had done and promise never to do it again. She didn't cry but she was a bit pale around the gills. She has since said it made a great impression on her.

But sometimes the store's reaction is counter productive, I think. When my nephew was four he picked up and pocketed an apple from a display outside. I saw it and followed the same procedure I had used with my daughter.

But the grocer said, Oh, that's all right, Mama. He can keep it.


25 May 09 - 02:00 PM (#2640579)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Bill D

Many years ago, I put a slug in a public scale...and silently stole a weigh.


25 May 09 - 02:29 PM (#2640604)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

hmmmm. Now remembering the history lessons in elementary school and how strongly they focused on the honesty of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln with the legend making tales. Then the dismanteling of those legends in college and uni history.


25 May 09 - 02:33 PM (#2640610)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Fortunato

Kendall,

I just saw this; I haven't been signing on much lately.

I'm sorry bad stuff is coming your way. I the docs can fix you up.

Hang in there.

all the best,

chance


25 May 09 - 06:18 PM (#2640795)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: TRUBRIT

when my eldest daughter was about 11 we lived in England and we let her and her friends go off to Guildford on the train. We were about half an hour away. When they got back it was clear to me that something had happened.....thye had stolen make up from Body Shop. I called all the mums involved and told them what had happened anx drove penny back to Guilford to the store and the manager said ....IT DOESN'T MATTER .....! I looked at her and said it certainly does matter and pointed out she had the right to call the police -- my daughter went white = gave back the makeup and never stole again - to my knowledge


25 May 09 - 07:56 PM (#2640854)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Seamus Kennedy

When I was a kid, I prayed every night for God to bring me a bike, but he didn't.
Then I realized that God doesn't work that way.

So I stole one and asked him for forgiveness...

(I stole that bit from Emo Philips).

Attaboy Kendall!

Seamus


25 May 09 - 08:27 PM (#2640866)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

We are talking about lessons in integrty, here. (Boy Kendall, has this thread morphed - but not unrelated - one of the reasons you are so beloved is because of your integrity.)

Thing is, integrity is multifaceted, and it seems to me, is no longer the norm. Because it is no longer taught within the context of the greater society. Cash register honesty is important, but it is a small piece of a much bigger pie. These days, what is legal is considered to be integrity, but integrity goes well beyond what is legal. Business values that posit that the only loyalty is to the stockholder or corporation lack integrity, even if the corporation stays within the letter of the law.

Remember when it was considered bad sportsmanship to boo the opposing team? Remember when you were in high school and technical fouls would be called if the crowd behaved badly to distract a basketball player at the foul line? IMO, those were lessons in integrity. Integrity engenders respect for others and the efforts of others, as well as moral respect for the self.   

Remember when a kid would actually tell on other kids who were drinking, smoking, stealing from other kids or teachers? It might have pissed some kids off, but it was generally accepted that the kid who told did the right thing, and they were not likely to be completely ostrasized or beat up in the alley because of it (at least in many places.)

Teaching integrity, because it was broadly defined and understood, was not such a hard task for my parents. I'm finding with my own son that I do not have the support of the general mores of society to teach him. That is what Deborah and others are encountering when the store says "nevermind." My guess is the store is so shocked that a parent is holding a kid accountable that they see that as the point, not recognizing that they also need to hold the child accountable, by offering some sterness and then forgiveness, instead of just "that's OK."

My son has had two i-pods taken at school after he carelessly left them in the library or classroom, and his lunch gets taken at frequent intervals. He simply accepts this. Kid's attitudes are "finders-keepers." No effort to figure out who left the equipment and return it to them. He recently found a PSP at school and was going to keep it, consistent with what his peers do. When I say it I asked where it came from. We had a heart-to-heart, and he decided he needed to put up posters saying he had found a PSP. It was soon returned to it's rightful owner. Curiously, after that, one of the I-Pods he had lost was returned to him by another student who decided after three months that maybe it wasn't just "found."

It is a mystery to me that parents do not notice, or do not inquire when their kids suddenly have these small but expensive electronic devices. Why do they not insist the kid make an effort to return the device to the student who carelessly left it somewhere at school? (Disclaimer- my son attends a small, Quaker school with less than 160 students attending the upper school [9-12])


25 May 09 - 08:47 PM (#2640872)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

I am considered a bit of a joke at work because I don't accept the concept of "found" when it comes to wallets, jewelry, and expensive electronics.
The norm appears to be finders keepers... Maybe I have lost or had stolen too much not to feel the loser's pain. I don't understand how anyone could sleep at night after finding a diamond ring and turning it into a gift. But I guess I am old.


25 May 09 - 08:51 PM (#2640875)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Dorothy Parshall

Janie: lecture on integrity well done. Sounds like the same Q school, however, from which my son graduated in '81. Hand knit sweater and backgammon set gone.

Kendall: I understood there is clear evidence that prayer works. So does a positive attitude and you surely have that. And with all these friends...!!!


25 May 09 - 09:21 PM (#2640890)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Art Thieme

Kendall,
Sure is good to hear the latest better news you folks got. In '97 I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Slow growing. Opted to watch and wait with periodic PSA tests.---Result: No sign of it at all -- in the last 12 years. I'm with Dan on this. Go with the flow. Be a realist. Like Art Buchwald, eat whatever you want to eat. Enjoy the time. If not for that commodity, we'd have to do everything all at once! ;-)

Love to you and Jacqui,

Art & Carol


25 May 09 - 09:59 PM (#2640913)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: EBarnacle

Definitely keep on keeping on...and eat more garlic.

Remember that when you eat garlic every day before going to sleep, you will be prepared to greet the angel of Death. When he taps you on the shoulder, simply turn toward him and say "Yes?"
(courtesy of the Two Thousand Year Old Man)


25 May 09 - 10:21 PM (#2640926)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Art Thieme

...and if you do eat all that garlic, and the train comes along and you get on board, in the Pullman Car........................................................................................they will be sure to give you a WIDE BERTH!!!   ;-)


26 May 09 - 07:16 AM (#2641074)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

I'm going in for a CT scan on my neck at 10:30 today. If this evil thing hasn't spread I'll be going back to Albany to have it removed. Then, back to the original problem.


26 May 09 - 07:31 AM (#2641079)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

We'll be here, Kendall.

Love,

maeve


26 May 09 - 07:42 AM (#2641083)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Bobert

With you in spirit, Capt'n...


26 May 09 - 07:45 AM (#2641086)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Isn't that "back to the original program"? Keep us posted.
Mary


26 May 09 - 08:26 AM (#2641102)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Well, dang. I guess we're gonna run that interview in June anyway.


26 May 09 - 12:40 PM (#2641222)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

You better run it. I put a lot of effort into that interview, told the truth a couple of times.


26 May 09 - 12:48 PM (#2641228)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ebbie

lol


26 May 09 - 02:45 PM (#2641317)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Continued thoughts and, ah, fingers crossed.


26 May 09 - 04:24 PM (#2641365)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)

Holding you in my thoughts.


27 May 09 - 11:25 AM (#2641948)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Cool Beans

I'm very sorry. My thoughts are with you, hoping for the best.
Marty


27 May 09 - 12:21 PM (#2641988)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Checking in on a rainy day, Kendall. How's that fancy car of yours doing, anyway?

maeve


27 May 09 - 12:46 PM (#2642000)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Genie

Hey, Kendall,
Just saw this thread, read your early posts and felt devastated and pissed at the unfairness of it all. Then I was delighted to read your more recent news from your wonderful doc. Haven't read through the whole thread, but I see now we're up to confessing childhood crimes. I'd say that's a great sign. ; )

Hope you can kick out this latest demon in short order.

Genie


27 May 09 - 01:04 PM (#2642007)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: wysiwyg

Where my post go?

Late, but here.

~S~


27 May 09 - 01:46 PM (#2642032)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: DonMeixner

I'm glad to read that you don't need my help on this Captain. My record with goodluck bracelets has been mixed. About 50/50. But I have one with your name on it if you decide you need it. They are good looking bracelets in of themselves so maybe you need one to improve your already adequate looks. Then again maybe you don't.

Anyway, The news is good and I am pleased. Let me know if I can be a help.

Don


27 May 09 - 04:20 PM (#2642158)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

For some reason, I have a hard time wearing a bracelet or a wrist watch. They irritate my skin. However, Jacqui volunteered to wear the one you made for me, Don, so I can admire the workmanship without the irritation.
Now, the wedding ring you made for me is ok, no irritation at all.

Do you know what a wedding ring and a tourniquet have in common?

They both cut off circulation.


27 May 09 - 07:28 PM (#2642311)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

As they are supposed to do.


27 May 09 - 07:39 PM (#2642320)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Well said, Kendall.

maeve


27 May 09 - 09:58 PM (#2642384)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

When do yo get the CAT scan results?


28 May 09 - 07:13 AM (#2642609)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Today or tomorrow, I hope. Not knowing is a bitch.


28 May 09 - 07:19 AM (#2642613)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)

Breathe in....
Breathe out...
repeat


28 May 09 - 07:26 AM (#2642618)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Good morning, Kendall.

maeve


28 May 09 - 08:02 AM (#2642644)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Tinker

Patience is a virtue.....
Kendall is virtuous ,,,,,
Kendall is patiennt ?????


Waiting more or less patiently with you


tinker


28 May 09 - 08:52 AM (#2642682)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Sandra in Sydney

ditto


28 May 09 - 12:20 PM (#2642830)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ClaireBear

I don't happen to think Kendall's such bad news...

(Waiting with you. And know what I did the night before your doctor contacted you with the potentially better news? I prayed. So there.)

Kendall, I was playing your CD in the car yesterday as I drove a young neighbor to her train. After about 1/2 hour of sitting quietly and listening to "Mrs Ravoon" and all, she turned to me and said "You know? You have some very peculiar friends."

Here's to peculiarity.

Claire


28 May 09 - 01:56 PM (#2642913)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I don't find him pahticulahly peculiah, just thaht Maine drawl thaht sets his storytellin off so well.

I do a number of accents poorly. You shouldn't hear my Scots.... it's terrrrrible!


28 May 09 - 03:48 PM (#2642989)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

sitting here, wishing the news is such that there is no need to continue this thread but to start a new one titled


Kendall's good news or Whew what a relief!


28 May 09 - 05:05 PM (#2643055)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

I'm still waiting for the results of the CT scan.
In the meantime, I am enjoying a bottle of Glen Morangie Scotch. When that's gone, there is a bottle of Glen Fiddich.

As the spider said, "Time is fun when you're having flies."


28 May 09 - 05:06 PM (#2643056)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

That's the Kendall I know!!!! Hahahahaa.


28 May 09 - 06:52 PM (#2643160)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Pistachio

Glad to know there's a Scottish Ingredient/Anasthetic in your First Aid cabinet.
I don't know you but having read this thread - and others over the years - I offer my best wishes. Hope the Glenfiddich helps. It was my Dad's favourite medication!
Hazel.x


28 May 09 - 06:55 PM (#2643164)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

A toast to you, and to your lovely lady love!

Cheers!


28 May 09 - 08:58 PM (#2643261)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

WHICH ONE? hehehe


28 May 09 - 11:43 PM (#2643336)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Tinker

All of us dear one.... by now I figure you've had enough to toast us each and everyone....

And the dearest one gets to tuck you in tonight...

Sweet dreams dear ones


29 May 09 - 04:44 AM (#2643446)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Timk, its his "Nearest and Dearest" she may not be the nearest but she is certainly the dearest :o)



Yeah I know Jacqui.............Micca, Celler!!!!!!


29 May 09 - 05:12 AM (#2643457)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

The cellar aint bad these days, I've all but stopped the water leaks.
All my vintage wines like it down there.Especially the Wild Irish Rose, 2007.


29 May 09 - 05:22 AM (#2643458)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

But his Wild English Rose prefers to be upstairs!


29 May 09 - 07:56 AM (#2643525)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

nd Seamus prefers to be at Aunt Mary's.


29 May 09 - 08:34 AM (#2643538)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

And, at my age it's nice to be anywhere.


29 May 09 - 06:27 PM (#2643885)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

My day is winding to a close. Apple-rhubarb pie may be made tomorrow, Kendall. Have a quiet night!

maeve


29 May 09 - 06:31 PM (#2643890)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Applebarb? Hmmmm... my fav is strawberry rhubarb pie.... but that sounds goooood.

Lohbstah foh dessuht?


29 May 09 - 07:46 PM (#2643929)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Gnu, you haven't lived until you have tried one of maeves apple pies!!!


30 May 09 - 06:48 AM (#2644105)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

You will never find one like hers in a bakery.She uses real ingredients.


30 May 09 - 12:58 PM (#2644230)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Ma Mere's pies were not so bad. She used Me Pere's recipe, a master baker who passed away when I was a wee one. The LeBlanc family sold 5" apple, blueberry and raisin pies in their "corner store" for 15p each when I was a lad.

I recall seeing my first real scrap when I was about 4 years old. The pop guy had bought the last pie and put it on the seat of his truck. The chip guy took the pie and put 50p on the seat. What a fight! Me Mere called the cops and the lads were in bad shape by the time the cops arrived. Both of them were marched off to jail by a very large Tete Rouge (Irish) after he gave the 50p and the pie to Me Mere.

Yup, she gave me the pie.


30 May 09 - 02:37 PM (#2644282)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

A real "punch up" over a piece of pie? I thought Canadians were more civilized!


30 May 09 - 03:07 PM (#2644305)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Just goes to show how delicious Ma Mere's pies were.

Nothing special about my pies, Kendall- except the folks I make them for.

m


30 May 09 - 03:59 PM (#2644328)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

None more special than you who makes them!


30 May 09 - 04:04 PM (#2644332)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

maeve I suspect what makes them impressive (to me) is probably your choice of apple, here in the UK they frequently use Bramleys!! (YeChhhh) which are fine for apple sauce , but in a pie the go sludgy and mushy and are sort of fluid slop fillings and are too sweet also. Last time I made apple pie I used a mixture Coxs orange pippins and Granny Smiths (at the green tart stage)it was closer to the kind of firmness of filling and tartness of taste that I crave in apple pie more like the German Apfelkuchen with firm chunks of apple.


31 May 09 - 06:30 AM (#2644706)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Will Fly

Micca - come down to Sussex this autumn and you can have a sack of apples from my tree - it's a "Crawley Beauty", an old Sussex apple variety. Makes beautiful crumbles and pies, and is a sharp eater as well. The tree fruits every other year, and this year - from the amount of blossom - looks to be a good one.


31 May 09 - 09:03 AM (#2644777)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Will, I accept your invite, I am in London


31 May 09 - 09:13 AM (#2644782)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: olddude

I have found in my life that there is no problem that a great pie and good cup of coffee can't make right

and I have heard the rumors of Maeve's pies. She has a fan club following and I have no doubts it is the best one can get anywhere


31 May 09 - 12:06 PM (#2644902)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Stilly River Sage

I grew up eating homemade pies. Our yard had a lot of Himalaya blackberry vines, and we had an understanding with our mother. If we wanted a blackberry pie, all we had to do was pick enough berries.

SRS


31 May 09 - 04:00 PM (#2645078)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

My Mother enjoyed picking berries, and she enjoyed making pies. We enabled her addiction.


31 May 09 - 04:54 PM (#2645127)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Midchuck

My wife enjoys picking berries, and she enjoys making pies. I enable her addiction.

Peter.


31 May 09 - 08:58 PM (#2645254)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

We are just nice guys, that's all.


31 May 09 - 09:21 PM (#2645260)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Nothing like a pie made with fresh dewberries and cooked in lard-based pie crust.


01 Jun 09 - 08:31 PM (#2645992)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

Did the scans look encouraging?


01 Jun 09 - 08:53 PM (#2646008)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Sandra in Sydney

enquiring minds want to know! (please)

sandra


01 Jun 09 - 09:02 PM (#2646021)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

We're still waiting for the results - no word as yet.


01 Jun 09 - 10:24 PM (#2646068)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ClaireBear

My fingers and toes are cramping from being crossed for so long.

Love,
Claire


02 Jun 09 - 02:27 AM (#2646179)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: GUEST,KT not logged in

Just checking in...wondering if there's any news.

KT


02 Jun 09 - 07:38 AM (#2646315)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Not a friggin' word, and I'm getting damn rasty. Right, Sinsull?


02 Jun 09 - 08:10 AM (#2646346)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

HARUMPH! It's a good thing I love you or your driveway would be filled with compasses this morning.


02 Jun 09 - 08:44 AM (#2646378)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Just one, thank you.


02 Jun 09 - 05:01 PM (#2646851)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

At last, a break in the case! test results say that one spot is it, and it's squamous cell carcinoma. It has not spread and is easily removable. So, Once more into the breach!


02 Jun 09 - 05:13 PM (#2646862)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ClaireBear

Thank goodness it was found early and is removable.

Now uncrossing toes and fingers.

Claire


02 Jun 09 - 05:14 PM (#2646864)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: curmudgeon

Out damned spot; out I say!


02 Jun 09 - 05:25 PM (#2646871)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: VirginiaTam

Deep exhale. That was a long wait. Now we are breathing again, what next? Keep Kendall rolling in the best medicine (laughter)? I'm no good with jokes, but I do funny faces and comic sounds.

But nothing as cute as these baby kisses


02 Jun 09 - 05:30 PM (#2646878)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: The Barden of England

Better news in hard times. Good to hear.
John Barden


02 Jun 09 - 05:32 PM (#2646883)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Deckman

Kendall ... please PM me your phone number. Bob(deckman)Nelson


02 Jun 09 - 05:34 PM (#2646886)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ref

Best wishes!


02 Jun 09 - 05:47 PM (#2646897)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: catspaw49

"So, Once more into the breach!"

Well geeziz Kendall......There's your whole problem right there! What kind of Doc do you have anyway? You have a tumor that needs removed and it needs to be done in an operating room and not a breach! That's the dumbest damn thing I ever heard! I guess you may not know this but your Doctor should. Operating rooms are sterile environments whereas a breach has probably got a lot of residual gunpowder and acids associated with the shell's combustion and has got to be very dangerous in terms of future infection and other complications.

My advice would be to get the tumor removed properly by a Doc that can tell the difference between an operating theater and a Howitzer. I'm surprised you're this friggin' stupid.......damn................

Spaw


02 Jun 09 - 05:59 PM (#2646905)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: curmudgeon

The "breach" quoted is filthier than a howitzer, to wit, the walls of Harfleur, a crude opening in a stone fortification, full of dirt and dust, blood and feces, and all manner of rats and vermin.


02 Jun 09 - 06:10 PM (#2646914)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Thank you for letting us know, Kendall. That's good news. Sounds like you'd best avoid the breach.

Love,
maeve


02 Jun 09 - 06:12 PM (#2646915)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: catspaw49

OHMYGAWD!!!! Its even worse that I thought!!!! Tom....you live close there....Man, ya' gotta' do something!

Spaw


02 Jun 09 - 06:18 PM (#2646918)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ebbie

So good, so far. One step, each time.

Another Baby Kiss for You :)


02 Jun 09 - 07:06 PM (#2646952)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh


02 Jun 09 - 07:12 PM (#2646959)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: olddude

THANK GOD !!

FINALLY SOME GOOD NEWS

Thank you ... finally !!


02 Jun 09 - 07:34 PM (#2646978)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: LilyFestre

HOORAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So glad to hear your news....REALLY happy for you Kendall!!

Michelle


02 Jun 09 - 07:38 PM (#2646985)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: InOBU

Holding thee in the light, dear friend. Lorcan


02 Jun 09 - 08:17 PM (#2647009)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Bob, you have my phone number. My email is kenmo34@gmail.com

Big sigh of relief. Now we can get an appointment to have that bastard removed.


02 Jun 09 - 08:58 PM (#2647032)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Of course he does, Kendall. I gave it to him.


02 Jun 09 - 09:15 PM (#2647037)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

Big sigh.

Big breath.

Big hug.


02 Jun 09 - 09:54 PM (#2647052)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: GUEST,LISA NULL

Oh Kendall and Jacqui:

What a bummer. Sounds like Kendall has a great doctor but what bad news.
I promise to keep you in my thoughts and to cross my fingers. In any case, no two people were more cared for by so many. I hope those good vibes will float you up and through this crisis.


02 Jun 09 - 10:09 PM (#2647057)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Bobert

You got more lives than a shelter's worth of cats, Capt'n... Looks like you'll break a hunnert without workin' up a sweat... Of course the Big Guy ain't gonna give ya' yer voice back until you come up with some new material but...

...what the hey??? Prolly good fir yer marriage seein' as Jacqui don't have to get a lot of male backtalk...

Bobert


02 Jun 09 - 11:29 PM (#2647089)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: katlaughing

REALLY good news, KenDOLL! Thanks for letting us know and here's to a quick healing up and movin' on with lots of {{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}!

luvyaboth....kat


02 Jun 09 - 11:54 PM (#2647095)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: EBarnacle

It would seem to be a breach delivery of that little squamous.


02 Jun 09 - 11:57 PM (#2647096)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Tinker

Good news to take to bed this night...
Now if we just holder you a little closer til this is settled and out


tink

Any excuse to cuddle that jacket...


03 Jun 09 - 04:18 AM (#2647144)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Sandra in Sydney

yah!


03 Jun 09 - 08:08 AM (#2647265)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

Prolly good fir yer marriage seein' as Jacqui don't have to get a lot of male backtalk...

You'd think so, wouldn't you Bobert?

Truth to tell, and as his friend Gordon once said; "For a man with no voice you can make yourself heard." Trying to keep Kendall from talking is like trying to stop the peepers going on a warm evening. I still get more backchat than any woman I know. It's lucky that I'm such a sweet natured individual, otherwise I'd be operating on his vocal cords, with my kitchen knife! ☺


03 Jun 09 - 08:35 AM (#2647281)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

She's such a quiet wee lass herself.

maeve


03 Jun 09 - 08:38 AM (#2647283)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: MMario

I've always said the Captain can say more with his a lift of his eyebrows then most people can in an hours speech


03 Jun 09 - 08:39 AM (#2647285)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

See what I miss when I don't go on line for one night! Good news, Captain. As for "sweet natured" Jacqui - Kndall has met his match. Although I would expect her to take out his vocal cords with a crochet hook.


03 Jun 09 - 08:44 AM (#2647291)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

From the bottom.


03 Jun 09 - 09:37 AM (#2647327)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Jacqui, dear heart, Think how many married women would love to have a man who communicates.


03 Jun 09 - 09:54 AM (#2647337)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

UH OH
A challenge...


03 Jun 09 - 11:05 AM (#2647411)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ranger1

Um, Kendall, I don't think certain types of sign language qualify...


03 Jun 09 - 11:13 AM (#2647419)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

Hmmnnn...

Now, I worked as a part time barmaid in North London in the 70s. I thought that I had learned a lot of 'communication' in the pubs but Kendall has definitely added to my education in that respect.

Not at me, I hasten to add, but even I've been rather surprised at the descriptive terms he can dredge up for the former president, inanimate objects such as kitchen units and cars as well as phone companies that overcharge him.

It's keeping him quiet after operations that gets to be a problem. I think I'll take a roll of duct tape with me next time!


03 Jun 09 - 11:21 AM (#2647429)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Tell them he gets feisty when he comes out of anaesthia and ask that his hands be tied to the bed rails.

Then shove something in his mouth. Seamus might lend you one of his old tennis balls or a rawhide bone or something.


03 Jun 09 - 11:22 AM (#2647430)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

LOL


03 Jun 09 - 11:57 AM (#2647459)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Why not something tasty, such as...never mind.


03 Jun 09 - 12:27 PM (#2647474)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: frogprince

Careful, Captain, you might get a bust in the mouth...


03 Jun 09 - 01:15 PM (#2647510)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: wysiwyg

BAM to the cancer. BAM, I say, BAMBAMBAM!

~S~


03 Jun 09 - 01:27 PM (#2647524)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: breezy

wishing you all the best


03 Jun 09 - 02:24 PM (#2647566)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

I should live so long, frogprince


04 Jun 09 - 05:10 PM (#2648532)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

I just got an appointment with my ENT for next Thursday to remove that new invader.
At the moment, I'm tipping a shot of Glen Morangie to all my good friends at the Mudcat. Saluud!


04 Jun 09 - 05:33 PM (#2648545)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

That's nice a fast, Kendall. Great news. I'll drink to your health with a fresh glass of sweet well water.

maeve


04 Jun 09 - 06:35 PM (#2648605)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Out, damn spot.... damn quick!

Good oh!


04 Jun 09 - 06:38 PM (#2648606)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ClaireBear

Anticipating the Laphroaig that will have to wait until I get home from work:

Salud, amor y pesetas y el tiempo para gustarlos.

(which means "Health, love and money, and the time to enjoy them")


From the heart,
Claire


05 Jun 09 - 04:03 AM (#2648800)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: The Barden of England

I'll tip a glass of Balvenie to your good health later today. Slainte!
John Barden


05 Jun 09 - 05:07 AM (#2648834)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Leadfingers

Aint it a lovely feeling when you realise its NOT the headlamp of the approaching train , but IS the mouth of the tunnel


05 Jun 09 - 11:57 AM (#2649136)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Due to budget restraints we've had to turn out the light at the end of the tunnel.


06 Jun 09 - 11:05 AM (#2649941)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I thought it was solar powered???


06 Jun 09 - 02:00 PM (#2650046)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ebbie

Only in the daytime, silly.


06 Jun 09 - 02:17 PM (#2650058)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I am home by dark unless it's cloudy.


06 Jun 09 - 03:09 PM (#2650092)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Ebbie

I'm confoosed. When it's cloudy you stay out later?


06 Jun 09 - 03:58 PM (#2650145)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

When it's cloudy, I am home well before dark. It's illegal to be in the woods here after dark with "the aid of a light".


06 Jun 09 - 09:30 PM (#2650314)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: frogprince

Gnu, I never heard of a law like that. Is the rationale prevention of people "shining" game, or what?


06 Jun 09 - 09:38 PM (#2650320)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Yup. It's called "harassing game". It's a law that is seldom used. It gives the wardens the ability to harass known poachers before they jack deer.


06 Jun 09 - 10:54 PM (#2650348)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

I know a guy who jacks bulls. Works for an artificial insemination company. The bulls are in a tight pen. I didn't know it was a crime to jack deer in Canada, but they must be some kind of tough poachers up there. I suppose it would be a crime to get the buck deer all excited and then...well, never mind.


07 Jun 09 - 05:30 AM (#2650420)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Essex Girl

Jacqui & Kenasdll, I've only just seen this thread and I was so sad when started to read it. Thank God it seems benign, I hope you get the op soon. All my love and positive thoughts.
Linda


07 Jun 09 - 07:34 AM (#2650478)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: catspaw49

Geeziz Rap..........I was about to say that you really do know jack shit but then I had this mental image..............

Spaw


07 Jun 09 - 08:53 AM (#2650512)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Jeez, talk about thread creep.


07 Jun 09 - 11:42 AM (#2650570)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Gives a whole meaning to "jolly jack tar" doesn't it?


07 Jun 09 - 11:59 AM (#2650580)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: David C. Carter

"Glen Morangie"sounds good to me.
I'll have one meself!
The best of health to you both.

David


07 Jun 09 - 01:56 PM (#2650653)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I am not a creep.


07 Jun 09 - 05:33 PM (#2650813)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

The most elegant couple in Maine just stopped by our farm. Kendall and Jacqui looked wonderful, and it was a delight to show them a little of our efforts here before they headed home.

maeve


07 Jun 09 - 05:47 PM (#2650820)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Apple pie?


07 Jun 09 - 08:48 PM (#2650942)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

They gave us a beautiful 5 foot Oak tree. The one I planted for Utah died, and they were kind enough to replace it.
You should see their place, all kinds of life all around them! Flora and Fauna as far as you can see.They have gone back to the land and it is obvious that the land wants them back.

Thank you my dear friends.


07 Jun 09 - 08:52 PM (#2650944)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

And they have free range chickens - absolutely beautiful ones! It is a lovely place, very hard work, but it will be very rewarding.


08 Jun 09 - 07:14 AM (#2651197)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

And they put up UNPAINTED bird houses for the wild birds.

I get irritated when I see painted bird houses. They are not natural and birds wont use them.


08 Jun 09 - 08:14 AM (#2651214)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Did you visit Headless Jesus???


08 Jun 09 - 08:44 AM (#2651234)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Free range chickens? Do they have a roundup every spring and brand the chicks? Do they hire on chickboys for it? What about the fall roundup? I can just hear the songs of the night guard as they circle the flock: "Get along little chickies get along, get along...." and "Little Joe The Chicken Wrangler" and "I'm An Old Chick Hand". Nothing like a chicken stampede, either, with the chickboys trying to circle them back and the lightning cracking overhead, a couple of chickboys trampled....

"Yee-ha! Head 'em up! Gotta get this flock to Machiasport!"


08 Jun 09 - 09:00 AM (#2651245)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Didn't you ever see John Wayne as Rooster Colburn?


08 Jun 09 - 09:00 AM (#2651246)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Cogburn, I mean.


08 Jun 09 - 09:07 AM (#2651252)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

We didn't see Headless Jesus - there was too much else to inspect and too many mosquitoes for me to stay out there too long.

Sorry RAP - the only round up was done by Maeve, when the chickens got too close to a forbidden area and she gently shooed them back to their own ground.


08 Jun 09 - 09:10 AM (#2651260)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Do they have a chickwagon on the roundup? I knew a guy who had a chick wagon -- different sort of thing, though.


08 Jun 09 - 11:49 AM (#2651366)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Micca

Rap!! I HATE you.... you have given me a complete extraneous set of images which are now firmly wedged in my brain... the littlw branding irons...the caponising irons.. great herds of chickens stampeding...." and Skarpi singing (in Icelandic) of course".....Iipiee eye ayyyy, Iipiee eye oooo-o, Ghost Chickens in the sky...."


08 Jun 09 - 12:13 PM (#2651387)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Where's Terry?


08 Jun 09 - 01:30 PM (#2651450)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Mwahahahahahaha

It was great to see you, Kendall & Jacqui.


08 Jun 09 - 01:37 PM (#2651456)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

And it was so good to see you and Truelove in your home surroundings.


08 Jun 09 - 02:43 PM (#2651519)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Especially with his Viking helmet on.


08 Jun 09 - 07:29 PM (#2651758)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Leadfingers

DAMN ! Missed a 300 ! I was out playing ata session .

Must get up there if I can swing another USA trip


08 Jun 09 - 08:49 PM (#2651823)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Janie

I'm so jealous that you are able to visit the farm of maeve and true-love. Mosquitos or not, (think of the feast that provides for all the birds), the good vibe has got to do wonderful things for the mind, body and spirit.

Do I recall your procedure is tomorrow Kendall?


08 Jun 09 - 09:02 PM (#2651833)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: jacqui.c

The procedure is on Thursday - we take off from here early Wednesday to visit with the Patons en route, before booking into our hotel in the evening and treating ourselves to a meal in the hotel restaurant - amazing food!

I'll be updating as soon as I can get to a PC on Thursday evening.


08 Jun 09 - 09:22 PM (#2651849)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: frogprince

Lot and lots of fingers crossed.


09 Jun 09 - 03:16 AM (#2651999)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Me too.


09 Jun 09 - 03:24 AM (#2652000)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ClaireBear

Me three!

Claire


09 Jun 09 - 06:12 AM (#2652053)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Jacqui & Kendall- Truelove and I will be watching for an update; thanks.
I'll send a PM with a message for the Patons.

Rapaire- When I do a bantam roundup I usually just whistle them in. Our rooster Calico gets the hens into the chicken house for me with wing-display and chortles.   I've donated the chicken branding iron to Sinsull. She needed it for some ceremony she has planned for a 'Catter who may be sailing into Portland harbor.

maeve


09 Jun 09 - 06:54 AM (#2652075)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Keith A of Hertford

Good luck guys.
keith and mary.


09 Jun 09 - 11:29 AM (#2652266)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

maeve, our tree is looking quite dejected. I think it misses you.
I followed your instructions to the letter, but it may not like the clay soil I stuck it with.


09 Jun 09 - 12:57 PM (#2652351)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Kendall, not to worry. Red Oak is one of the most adaptable oaks around. It was in a sandy loam soil, so we were able to get the roots out without losing any. Clay soil isn't the problem for this tree it might have been for a White Oak. We have a week or so of cloudy skies and moderate rain coming up, so let's just give it time to adjust to its new home. If it still looks unhappy in a week, give me a call and I'll take a look.

Thinking of you,

maeve


09 Jun 09 - 01:12 PM (#2652360)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: kendall

Ok. I'll keep you up to speed.


09 Jun 09 - 02:34 PM (#2652414)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Red oak is the only wood I use for making furniture and such. The grain is just soooo pleasing to the eye.

There are lots of other woods that are great for certain applications, and budgets, but red oak is the only stuff I keep in stock.


10 Jun 09 - 07:47 AM (#2653058)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Good morning, Jacqui and Kendall. Warm regards to the Patons. Have a safe trip, a delicious meal, and a good night's sleep. We'll be here looking forward to a positive report at your convenience.

maeve & Truelove


10 Jun 09 - 08:06 AM (#2653069)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Seamus is safely comfortable on Tami's couch. He was very happy to see his buddy Bandit. Safe trip, guys. Keep us posted.
Mary


10 Jun 09 - 08:25 AM (#2653083)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Leadfingers

Hope All Goes Well !!


10 Jun 09 - 09:17 AM (#2653101)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

It BETTER go well.


10 Jun 09 - 09:28 AM (#2653108)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Soon may the weller man come and drink his whiskey and tea and rum...

***************************
Someone had to do it, Kendall.

maeve


10 Jun 09 - 12:43 PM (#2653255)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: vectis

Phew! I can breathe out at last Kendall. Had everything crossed for you my friend, glad it looks as if it will be okay in the long term.
Mary


10 Jun 09 - 02:35 PM (#2653341)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Dorothy Parshall

Positive thoughts for the best possible outcome!


11 Jun 09 - 05:57 AM (#2653811)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: maeve

Thinking of you both.

maeve


11 Jun 09 - 11:05 AM (#2653996)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ranger1

Seamus didn't spend much time on my couch, his personal hygiene needs some working on... But he had a lovely trip to the beach with the other two yellow dogs, and we left him and his "fragrance" back with Auntie Sins. Jacqui. what in hell do you feed that dog?!

Sending good vibes your way today, Kendall.


11 Jun 09 - 11:08 AM (#2654002)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

Cabbage, pickled eggs, beer, dead stuff that washes up on the beach, and cat shit when he has the opportunity...

Vibing at Kendall.


11 Jun 09 - 11:17 AM (#2654015)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Charley Noble

Give 'em hell, Kendall!

Charley Noble, off to Mystic


11 Jun 09 - 12:55 PM (#2654092)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Cat shit? The fresh stuff before the due date? That dog is spoiled rotten!


11 Jun 09 - 02:20 PM (#2654172)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: GUEST,Neil D

We're keeping our fingers crossed and our breath bated hoping for 100% success with the procedure.
                                     Neil and Christina


11 Jun 09 - 02:32 PM (#2654180)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: SINSULL

Waiting...

Jacqui fed that dog pesto, Prosciutto and asparagas right in front of me then handed him over for a trip to my house. No problem - I have a can of sauerkraut at the ready when I send him back.


11 Jun 09 - 02:36 PM (#2654182)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Waiting...

Poor dog!


11 Jun 09 - 02:42 PM (#2654187)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Rapparee

Well?

I'm waiting.

And I'm NOT waiting patiently with my hands folded neatly in my lap.


11 Jun 09 - 03:55 PM (#2654250)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

Gnu, I'm not entirely sure he doesn't get it straight out of the cat. You know, like eating cookie dough.

Waiting...


11 Jun 09 - 04:16 PM (#2654262)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

Well, that takes the cake (pun intended). A cat that gets it's ass licked by a dog.

Yes, I AM disgusted by my own post.


11 Jun 09 - 04:28 PM (#2654272)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: catspaw49

Enough of this! When the hell are we gonna' hear something?

Sins....Give Seamus a big shot of milk before you return him home. The effect of milk on flatulence production is impressive.

Spaw


11 Jun 09 - 05:11 PM (#2654311)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: gnu

I drink skim milk, which is why I fart less than a ballerina. Give Seamus heavy cream.... and broccoli covered in old cheddar cheese.


11 Jun 09 - 05:16 PM (#2654313)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Becca72

Jacqui called a short while ago. Dad is in recovery and they will be spending the evening in Albany for observation. I will let her post the details because my mind relaxed after hearing he was out of surgery OK and I didn't retain much of the rest.

Oh, and Jeri.....EEEEEEWWWWWW. That visual is NOT something I needed. :-)


11 Jun 09 - 05:24 PM (#2654319)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: Jeri

It IS disgusting, but the dog doesn't seem to care.

Thanks you for letting us know he was out and OK.


11 Jun 09 - 07:32 PM (#2654422)
Subject: RE: BS: Kendall's bad news (May 2009)
From: ClaireBear

See update thread for latest news.

C