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29 May 12 - 01:21 PM (#3356884) Subject: Art Thieme in hospital, but better? 5-12 From: katlaughing In my own challenges, of late, I missed out on several emails from Chris about Art. It sounds scary but they progress to better. Thought you all would want to know. Here they are: 22 May 2012 To update all on Dad's status, his health has taken a strange turn. Over the past several weeks, his mental state has been deteriorating. While cognitive issues are part of M.S., this extends beyond this. Over the past three weeks, he has gone from lucid to completely incoherent and delusional. He has been in the ER twice since Thursday. He was admitted this morning at 4:30 a.m. They intend to keep him there at least overnight and are continuing to run tests in search of a reason. There is an infection they are currently treating with antibiotics, but it seems insufficient reason for this level of confusion. I'll post as I know more. As of midnight last night not a lot had changed. Dad was still in an Observational Unit and will hopefully have a room by now. They tried to do an MRI twice but were unsuccessful. They are trying again this morning. CT and blood work came back normal. He's getting fluids and is being treated for his urinary infection. Will update if this morning brings any changes. Dad's MRI is still too early to tell, but it looks clear as does the EEG. Final report late tomorrow or early tomorrow, but they are concentrating on the infection as the most likely cause. According to the nurse, he is currently able to understand that he is in a hospital. Hopefully this trend continues as the infection diminishes. 23 May - The MRI came back clear. The issue is likely completely due to the infection they are currently treating. His appetite is back as well. He has a slight fever now which means his body is fighting back, and he has a better indication of where he is at and why. "Pick away on the ol' banjo. Keep the guitar strumming. Put more water in the soup. There's better times a'coming." 26 May Dad's back at the nursing home. His mental state isn't greatly improved but his infection is cleared up. However he's got a staff infection now. Going over there tomorrow and will send an update after. Chris 29 May Spent the morning with my folks Sunday. Dad is more aware, but there is much that isn't there. He's no longer on antibiotics, but I don't know why yet because of the holiday. I'm calling a couple of his doctors today for updates. I also talked to physical therapy asking for them to target a couple key areas. I'll find out more on the staff infection, but I was told by the hospital that the case wasn't severe. When I was there, he wasn't running a fever. If you visit, please be aware that he is easily confused and his emotions may change drastically from moment to moment. He has a lot of difficulty talking on the phone, and it is hard to understand what he is saying more often than not. Mom is holding up fairly well. She has her own physical issues besides the mental strain. She'd doing what she can to care for him. That's all for now. Chris I'm sure any good thoughts, etc. would be appreciated. kat |
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29 May 12 - 01:29 PM (#3356895) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: maeve Thank you, kat. I've passed the information along to one of Art's good friends. Maeve |
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29 May 12 - 01:34 PM (#3356896) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: open mike Best wishes to both of them. Staph infections can be caught in hospitals--they have some virulent strains there that defy drugs. Hang in there Chris, and keep us posted. |
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29 May 12 - 01:51 PM (#3356903) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Cool Beans Best wishes to Art and the whole family. |
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29 May 12 - 03:43 PM (#3356937) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: CupOfTea Dagnabbit. I was just thinking Art was doing well & was asking folks if anyone had been to see him at Crystal Lake yet. He was much in mind at a festival last weekend where Cathy Barton & Dave Para were some of the stars. We talked about Art & I mentioned him in introducing some of the songs I did in the sing arounds after the concert. I keep praying for Art & Carol to have health and happiness on the same scale as the love people have for them. Love & prayers from Joanne in Cleveland |
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29 May 12 - 03:48 PM (#3356939) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: kendall Damn,this is so hard to hear.Such a pile of shit to heap on a great guy. |
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29 May 12 - 03:59 PM (#3356944) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Waddon Pete Thanks for updating us with the news, Kat. Getting older is supposed to be a tine for quiet reflection, doing all those things you never had time for before and sitting on the porch, drinking your coffee and watching all the other poor souls going to work; not for this sort of thing! However, I'm sure that Art will battle this one through with the same strong will that he has battled other things in his life. Keep with him Chris and give him the love he needs to win through (not that you need any telling on that score!) Let us hope that we all have someone to lean on when we get to a similar situation. Best wishes, Peter |
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29 May 12 - 04:16 PM (#3356955) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: SINSULL Thanks for the update, kat. |
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29 May 12 - 04:36 PM (#3356967) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: CapriUni Well, damn! Here's a wish for health and a clear path ahead. |
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29 May 12 - 04:59 PM (#3356973) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: GUEST,999 Get well, Art. |
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29 May 12 - 05:59 PM (#3356989) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Elmore My wife and I have had a tough time with a variety of physical pain, but nothing as bad as Art has experienced. I remember him as a strong, wise and witty man who once sent me a halloween card. Hope he gets better. |
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29 May 12 - 06:34 PM (#3356999) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: JedMarum God Bless You, Art. Thoughts and prayers for your return to health. |
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29 May 12 - 06:41 PM (#3357002) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Janie What 999 said. Infections in the elderly often lead to psychosis and confusion, aka, delirium. |
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29 May 12 - 07:04 PM (#3357013) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Jeri My wishes for you to get better ASAP. I found 22 minutes of Art on YouTube (NoExit 25th BDay). |
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29 May 12 - 07:34 PM (#3357019) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Charley Noble Kat- Thanks for the update. We all wish the news were better. Sounds as if the road less traveled is getting bumpier. Charley Noble |
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30 May 12 - 04:43 PM (#3357372) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Rex Hope and prayers for Art. Thanks for letting us know Kat. Rex |
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30 May 12 - 05:09 PM (#3357382) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: bbc So sorry to hear this! I have heard, in relation to my mom, that urinary tract infections can often lead to disoriented behavior in the elderly. Right now, she's in the hospital with bacteremia (E. coli) & possible sepsis. Outcome is unknown, as of yet. Barbara |
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30 May 12 - 06:06 PM (#3357402) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Dan Schatz We miss you, Art. Hope you're better soon. Dan |
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30 May 12 - 06:21 PM (#3357406) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: catspaw49 Geeziz.....Don't know what to say except that I hope the situation continues to improve. Thanks for the update kat. Art has crossed my mind a lot lately in retelling a few of his awful/great punny tales........He and Carol will be getting all the best my pissant transmitter can send..... Spaw |
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30 May 12 - 07:51 PM (#3357435) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney sending lots of good wishes t Art, Chris & Carol sandra |
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30 May 12 - 08:05 PM (#3357443) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: gnu Aw gee. C'mon Art. Kick ass and get better soon. Yer one of the good... nah, great guys... round these here parts. My Ts&Ps for ya. |
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30 May 12 - 09:31 PM (#3357470) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: ChanteyLass Good thoughts for Art, Carol, and Chris? Sure! And I'm still doing that for you, Kat, and now for bbc's mother and many others on Mudcat or related to 'Catters. |
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30 May 12 - 09:35 PM (#3357472) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Stewie Very sorry to hear this news. Best wishes for a full recovery. --Stewie. |
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30 May 12 - 10:30 PM (#3357490) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: GUEST Oh no! Larry Hanks & Deborah Robins here. We're on tour, and were just driving through Illinois yesterday, wondering if we should try and stop by. Doesn't sound like a good time. PLEASE send Art our dearest love and every good healing thought. Tell him, I'm singing "Master of the Sheepfold" at every performance I can, and always attribute it to learning it from his singing. PLEASE let us know if there's anything we can do to help. With greatest despair, Love from Art's friends, Deborah & Larry Hanks 510-282-6252 bassclarinetrobins@gmail.com |
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31 May 12 - 03:27 PM (#3357748) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Checking in to see if there is an update. I hope no news is good news. SRS |
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31 May 12 - 03:58 PM (#3357765) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: gnu I am checking in to check your check, SRS. |
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31 May 12 - 05:00 PM (#3357790) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & home better? May 2012 From: katlaughing Nothing more, so far, from Chris via email. |
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31 May 12 - 05:03 PM (#3357792) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: maeve Thanks, kat. |
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01 Jun 12 - 02:51 AM (#3357898) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: GUEST,Gerry I sang Handful Of Songs at Snadra-in-Sydney's folk club last weekend, introducing it as a song I learned from Art Thieme's recording. If I had known about his condition, I would have said a little more about him, but I think most of the regulars know well who he is and would wish him all the best for a quick and complete recovery. |
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01 Jun 12 - 03:04 AM (#3357901) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: kendall I believe that was written by our own Jerry Rasmussen. |
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01 Jun 12 - 04:25 AM (#3357925) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: wysiwyg My mom had a strange mental trip that turned out to be side effects from antibiotics.... ~S~ |
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01 Jun 12 - 06:53 AM (#3357952) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: GUEST,Gerry Yes, kendall, I also mentioned that in my introduction last weekend. |
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02 Jun 12 - 11:29 AM (#3358356) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: GUEST,Babypix Larry Hanks & I sang "Master of The Sheepfold" last night in NYC, dedicated it to Art. How great thou, Art! Love you always, Deborah Robins xxxx |
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02 Jun 12 - 10:16 PM (#3358614) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: Rapparee Art...get well. SOON, dammit! And stop this nonsense! |
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02 Jun 12 - 10:54 PM (#3358625) Subject: RE: Art Thieme in hospital & @ home better? May 2012 From: GUEST,hg That sounds like a bad UTI. Elderly people get delusional from them. He'll be okay when they get him over it. Good luck Art! Love, harpgirl |
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08 Jun 12 - 10:29 PM (#3361143) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: katlaughing From Chris via email: Working late tonight. Dad doing better currently but that's relative. More details when I can. C. I received another one from someone who has seen them, but am waiting for permission to share before posting. |
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08 Jun 12 - 10:41 PM (#3361147) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: maeve Thank you very much, Chris and kat. |
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09 Jun 12 - 06:47 AM (#3361207) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: RoyH (Burl) Chris, please give your Dad best wishes frfom Roy & Elaine Harris. We both love him and think he is a great human being. Best wishes to your Mum also, and many thanks to you for all you are doing for them and keeping everyone up tp date. |
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09 Jun 12 - 06:49 AM (#3361208) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: RoyH (Burl) Sorry about the typos. I really must learn to use the preview. |
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09 Jun 12 - 11:39 AM (#3361288) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: katlaughing From Suzanne, long-time friend of Art & Carol's, who lives not ten minutes from them and has visited them frequently: I was with Art and Carol yesterday and today... please stay in touch with them!!! visit.. send cards... but be aware... art recognizes friends.. but is not always lucid... he needs his friends and music.. just don't expect our old art |
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09 Jun 12 - 12:55 PM (#3361311) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: GUEST Rats! I hope harpgirl is right. Ts&Ps g |
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09 Jun 12 - 03:18 PM (#3361351) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: gnu Who ate my cookie? I was Rats! |
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09 Jun 12 - 03:25 PM (#3361357) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: gnu Who ate my cookie? I was Rats! |
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09 Jun 12 - 03:38 PM (#3361361) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: GUEST,Dani sending warm wishes for healing, and peace. This sucks. MS sucks. Art deserves better. Dani |
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09 Jun 12 - 03:45 PM (#3361364) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: fat B****rd Very best thoughts and regards to Art and his family. Charlie. |
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09 Jun 12 - 08:32 PM (#3361444) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: GUEST,hg Oh dear, that sounds more serious than a UTI. Has Art had a stroke? Please share the latest news. |
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09 Jun 12 - 08:57 PM (#3361447) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: Bill D In Art's honor, I am re-telling old Art Thieme puns and one-liners to myself and anyone who will stand still. Up to about #458 now...(counting the obligatory repeats ;>) Did you hear about the new cocktail? It's called "Autumn Leaves". You take one drink, change color, and fall to the ground. (1978..Red Fox Inn...Bethesda Md. |
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09 Jun 12 - 09:48 PM (#3361457) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: katlaughing "Laugh...you'll be telling it, tomorrow..." |
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09 Jun 12 - 11:33 PM (#3361485) Subject: RE: Art Thieme still home - Update - May/June 2012 From: Mark Ross "Did you hear about the new cocktail? It's called "Autumn Leaves". You take one drink, change color, and fall to the ground." (1978..Red Fox Inn...Bethesda Md.) Actually Utah Phillips 1970. He preferred OLD FACTORY WHISTLE, one blast and you're through for the day. My best to Art & Carol. Mark Ross |
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10 Jun 12 - 11:24 AM (#3361653) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: katlaughing In the email this morning: Hello All, Just an update on Dad with some good news. His infection has been brought under control again. With this, his mental faculties have mostly returned. We're heading over tomorrow (Sunday) with the grandkids for a visit. He is at a point where a phone call would be welcome, but please try to keep them somewhat spaced apart. While he is doing much better, he is still often confused. Do not be surprised if he is not as coherent as he was the last time you may have talked to him, and he still has some odd interpretations on things. We have an appointment with his neurologist this coming week, but I do not expect any great insights into his condition. Still, we'll see what they have to offer based on the tests that have been done in this past month. His sense of humor is coming back to, but he sometimes gets frustrated when he can't remember the line he wanted to use. The best medicine right now is love, friends and family which he has in abundance. He does much better during the day than at night, so calls during the day are going to be the best. Physical therapy has been working with him too helping both with motor skills and cognitive thought and articulating those thoughts. Thank you all for your patience through this. It is hard to know what to say when I don't know what is happening myself. He includes their phone number. If anyone needs it, please PM me. Thanks, kat |
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10 Jun 12 - 04:16 PM (#3361747) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Elmore Would not presume to phone someone I knew briefly 25 years ago, but am happy to hear he's making some progress. Thank you, Kat. |
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10 Jun 12 - 05:12 PM (#3361759) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: gnu "Thank you all for your patience through this." Thank you! Take care of yourself as well as your Mum and Dad. My thoughts and prayers to all of you. |
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10 Jun 12 - 06:36 PM (#3361785) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Janie Good news, and thanks for sharing it. Janie |
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10 Jun 12 - 07:06 PM (#3361791) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: GUEST,999 Ain't that the truth! |
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10 Jun 12 - 07:26 PM (#3361802) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: kendall He was such fun to work with. |
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11 Jun 12 - 02:58 AM (#3361916) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: GUEST,Gerry Never met the man, but I love his work. Thanks for the updates! |
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11 Jun 12 - 10:04 AM (#3362030) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney ditto! |
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11 Jun 12 - 11:18 AM (#3362070) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: GUEST,Mary Katherine Thanks,Kat. Where should a card be sent? |
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12 Jun 12 - 10:19 AM (#3362490) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: maeve Refresh! |
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12 Jun 12 - 10:29 AM (#3362494) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: JedMarum Blessings on Art; health and family! Thanks for keeping us posted. |
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12 Jun 12 - 12:45 PM (#3362563) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: GUEST,DonMeixner Yes, and address for cards? D |
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12 Jun 12 - 01:03 PM (#3362573) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: maeve From an earlier thread: *********************** Subject: RE: Art Thieme-UPDATE Nov 2011-new home sweet hom From: katlaughing - PM Date: 21 Nov 11 - 11:58 PM This just in from Chris... Art and Carol Thieme Crystal Pines - Room 103 335 N. Illinois St. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 *********************** |
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12 Jun 12 - 01:07 PM (#3362575) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: GUEST,Mary Katherine Thanks, Maeve! |
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12 Jun 12 - 01:34 PM (#3362585) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: katlaughing Thanks, maeve! |
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12 Jun 12 - 10:15 PM (#3362747) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Sandy Mc Lean Art, all my best wishes are with you for a speedy comeback! |
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12 Jun 12 - 10:15 PM (#3362748) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Sandy Mc Lean Art, all my best wishes are with you for a speedy comeback! |
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13 Jun 12 - 02:23 AM (#3362776) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Lonesome EJ We are all Art Lovers here, but we prefer Fine Art. So start feeling fine, Art! LEJ |
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13 Jun 12 - 07:06 PM (#3363085) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: BK Lick I had a little telephone chat with Art earlier today. He sounded a tad weary but in good spirits. We kept it short but I think he welcomed the call. He said he was thinking he might could still have some fun with a banjo and recalled Fleming Brown telling him that playing banjo is frequently a "hit-or-miss thing." He also recalled Jim Brewer figuring out how to play without a finger that had been badly damaged. He said he was having trouble sometimes finding the right words, but he sounded still pretty sharp to me. Here's a bit of Art's banjo picking from That's the Ticket! The Santa Fe Trail —BK |
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13 Jun 12 - 07:23 PM (#3363093) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Thanks, BK, and that's a great tune. SRS |
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13 Jun 12 - 07:25 PM (#3363095) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: kendall Art lovers indeed.:-) |
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14 Jun 12 - 07:44 AM (#3363283) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: AllisonA(Animaterra) How could I have missed all this? Love flowing to Art and all who love him. |
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14 Jun 12 - 07:53 AM (#3363287) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update thread -June 2012 From: alanabit I can only add to the well wishers on this thread and say that I hope that this cheerful, sane and friendly man is soon back among us. |
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04 Jul 12 - 11:18 PM (#3372145) Subject: JULY 4TH UPDATE - In Hospital From: katlaughing Sad to say, I just received this email from Chris...looks like we need to send some extra Mudcat Love & Light to Art, Carol, Chris and family: Dad is back in the hospital. He went in Tuesday night. His infection never went away in addition to other things. They admitted him to try and address as best they can. He isn't able to answer the phone. He is sleeping a lot and conversations vary in clarity. Chris (PM me for the name of the hospital and room number.) kat |
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04 Jul 12 - 11:37 PM (#3372150) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Stilly River Sage Awwww. |
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04 Jul 12 - 11:48 PM (#3372156) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: JedMarum thoughts and prayers with Art and family |
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05 Jul 12 - 12:34 AM (#3372169) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Haruo Praying, such as I pray. |
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05 Jul 12 - 01:50 AM (#3372185) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Padre Now that my power is back on - prayers to Art from the Alleghany Highlands Tom McHenry+ |
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05 Jul 12 - 02:20 AM (#3372186) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Ebbie Well, thit. It's time this good man got some good news- we could use it too, so listen up, friend. |
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05 Jul 12 - 04:00 AM (#3372201) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: scouse Never met Art but heard Derrol Adams speak of him friendly many a time during our trips up to the Tonder Festival over the years.. All good healing thoughts from here in the Netherlands. As Aye, Phil. |
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05 Jul 12 - 04:06 AM (#3372204) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: alanabit Kind thoughts to Art and all those around him. |
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05 Jul 12 - 05:26 AM (#3372234) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Sandra in Sydney sending lots of love & good wishes to Art, Carol & Chris sandra |
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05 Jul 12 - 05:34 AM (#3372238) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: GUEST,999 Best wishes, Art. |
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05 Jul 12 - 05:37 AM (#3372240) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Bert Love and songs on their way. |
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05 Jul 12 - 08:02 AM (#3372274) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Waddon Pete Love and thoughts from the other side of the pond. |
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05 Jul 12 - 08:16 AM (#3372282) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Stewie Best wishes, Art. Get well. --Stewie. |
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05 Jul 12 - 09:03 AM (#3372302) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: SINSULL More prayers from Maine. |
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05 Jul 12 - 09:19 AM (#3372303) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Rapparee Please inform Mr. Thieme that I told him some time ago to knock this off. Don't make me come over there!! I'll send prayers and everything, but he better get outa there pronto!! |
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05 Jul 12 - 10:54 AM (#3372346) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Cool Beans All the best to Art and his loved ones. |
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05 Jul 12 - 10:58 AM (#3372348) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: kendall Tell him I want to do another humor workshop with him. |
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05 Jul 12 - 12:12 PM (#3372401) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Elmore I hope this setback is of short duration. |
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05 Jul 12 - 03:23 PM (#3372486) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: catspaw49 Look Art, as you once told me (from Woody), you can take it easy but take it....................HEY.....HEAR ME?.......TAKE IT!!!!....................dammit............... Spaw |
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05 Jul 12 - 05:31 PM (#3372554) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: gnu Awwww sheeet! Ts&Ps are with You and the family, Art. |
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05 Jul 12 - 06:11 PM (#3372568) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Janie More good thoughts from the North Carolina Piedmont. |
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05 Jul 12 - 07:47 PM (#3372615) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: ChanteyLass Good thoughts from RI, too. |
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06 Jul 12 - 06:43 AM (#3372753) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: RoyH (Burl) Art & Carol, Still thinking of you. All best wishwes from Roy & Elaine. |
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06 Jul 12 - 08:36 AM (#3372785) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: jacqui.c More good thoughts coming from Maine. |
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06 Jul 12 - 01:06 PM (#3372865) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Carly Good thoughts from northern Virginia, as well. |
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06 Jul 12 - 08:07 PM (#3373041) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Stringsinger This is unhappy news. We all wish him recovery and health. I will think positive thoughts for him and hope he gets better. He is a great guy. |
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09 Jul 12 - 01:41 AM (#3373830) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: BK Lick And today is this great guy's birthday -- Happy Birthday, dear Art! |
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09 Jul 12 - 04:41 AM (#3373852) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: scouse Happy birthday Art.. Good thoughts. As Aye, Phil |
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09 Jul 12 - 05:17 AM (#3373859) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: Sandra in Sydney what Phil said, with lots of hugs |
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09 Jul 12 - 06:19 AM (#3373875) Subject: RE: Art Thieme General Update-4 July 2012-in hospital From: fat B****rd All the Birthday best, Art. Kindest regards from Charlie in Scotland. |
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09 Jul 12 - 10:19 AM (#3373952) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: katlaughing Sent late last night, from Chris: Tomorrow Dad goes back into surgery. They are working to remove dead tissue from inside a deep sore. The placement of the sore makes it difficult, but not extremely dangerous. The doctor feels that he will be able to make the adjustments necessary and clean out the wound. Then we have a long period of time where he will hopefully be recovering. Again, the infection is the prime suspect regarding his mental state. As his fever goes up or the infection grows, so does his confusion. We are hopeful that we can get him to the point where he can comprehend that he has a new grand-daughter and meet her for the first time. Mom is getting a ride to visit him during the day. I'm going over after work. Tomorrow is Dad's 71st birthday. Won't be able to bring a cake and candles as he's on oxygen and a liquid diet. Will do the best I can. I'll follow up tomorrow with an update on his condition post-op. Chris Let's hope by the end of this day, Art gets the birthday gift of successful surgery and clearing out of all infection! |
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09 Jul 12 - 10:26 AM (#3373954) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: babypix Oh, Chris-- Thanks for keeping us in the loop. Larry Hanks and I are sending out healing wishes into the ether. Sounds like a helluva way to spend a birthday...Have sent Art an e-mail with photo under separate cover. Please call or write us if you need anything we can help with. Love to the family and our dearest ART! Deborah Robins and Larry Hanks 510-282-6252 bassclarinetrobins@gmail.com |
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09 Jul 12 - 10:45 AM (#3373958) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: gnu Thanks, kat. I hope he gets a reeeeal good Bday present too and it continues in a speedy recovery. |
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09 Jul 12 - 11:46 AM (#3373978) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: katlaughing Forgot to say: Congratulations to Art and Carol for becoming grandparents, again and to you, Chris and Kat and your one-more added in family! luvyakat |
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09 Jul 12 - 12:06 PM (#3373990) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: RoyH (Burl) Hi Art, Birthday greetings from Elaine and me, and best wishes for speedy and full recovery. I'm still enjoying playing your albums. Love from us both, Roy & Elaine. |
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09 Jul 12 - 01:47 PM (#3374036) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: GUEST I was going to start a happy birthday thread for Art but noticed this thread was up and good wishes added. Thanks, Chris and everybody. - Mark |
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09 Jul 12 - 04:06 PM (#3374099) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: MAG goodthoughts, Art |
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09 Jul 12 - 07:40 PM (#3374189) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: GUEST,DonMeixner Hoping all this goes away soon Art. My prayers are yours. Don |
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09 Jul 12 - 08:00 PM (#3374198) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: Rapparee Hey, he ain't all that much older than I am! Art, get outa there. Have a wonderful birthday. Or else! |
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09 Jul 12 - 09:01 PM (#3374215) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: Big Al Whittle Very best wishes for your recovery, Art. |
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09 Jul 12 - 09:46 PM (#3374226) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: Joybell Just checked in after a time away. Best wishes from me and True-love too. So sad to hear of all the problems. Love, Joy |
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10 Jul 12 - 01:00 AM (#3374271) Subject: RE: Art Thieme New Update-9 July 2012-in hospital From: Stilly River Sage Happy Birthday Art - fingers crossed that the surgery does the trick. Thanks for keeping us updated, Kat. SRS |
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10 Jul 12 - 03:20 PM (#3374576) Subject: GOOD NEWS From: katlaughing From Chris: The surgery went well and Dad was in decent spirits when I visited today. Now for the recovery. I'll check in when he's up for visits and/or calls. Thanks to all for the kind words and wishes. Chris Don't let up, folks! Looks like we've got things turned around. Now,to quote the man Himself, "Onward and upward." |
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10 Jul 12 - 03:34 PM (#3374583) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: gnu GREAT NEWS! |
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10 Jul 12 - 03:34 PM (#3374584) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: catspaw49 You are mightily loved Art.....so get well dammit........soon too........Hear me? You don't want this mob to turn on you do you? Yeah, I thought not............Heal up.......and if you're up to wearing shoes, heel up as well...........Listen Man, you either get it in gear and start getting well or I refresh the condom thread! Spaw |
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10 Jul 12 - 05:30 PM (#3374628) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: Charley Noble This is certainly good news and I fervently hope that Art will recover enough to join us on this thread, rake those among us over the coals who ever doubed his determination to get better. Few people have his talent for creative wit. Charley Noble |
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10 Jul 12 - 08:07 PM (#3374684) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: Ebbie I hope this does the trick and that Art will, relatively quickly, be back here with us. And a belated Happy Birthday! |
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10 Jul 12 - 10:01 PM (#3374731) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: ChanteyLass I hope Art spent his birthday beginning his recovery! |
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10 Jul 12 - 11:02 PM (#3374754) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: Elmore The golden years are not for sissies. Get well Art. |
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11 Jul 12 - 12:09 AM (#3374766) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: GUEST,babypix Huzzah, and well-done...on to recovery. Thinking of you, Art, with lots of love and stockpiles of puns awaiting to be unleashed upon you as soon as you're well enough to groan (from the misery of the jokes, that is!) Hugs, Deborah Robins & Larry Hanks |
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11 Jul 12 - 03:02 AM (#3374794) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: alanabit Yup. Looking forward to having you back again here soon! |
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11 Jul 12 - 05:01 AM (#3374811) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: Waddon Pete Thanks for the positive update Chris. Keep us posted! Best wishes, Peter |
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11 Jul 12 - 05:36 AM (#3374821) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: Janie Very good news! |
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11 Jul 12 - 09:18 AM (#3374874) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney thanks Chris & Kat love, hugs & good wishes to Art for his recovery sandra |
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11 Jul 12 - 09:28 AM (#3374879) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - post-surgery GOOD NEWS July 2012 From: GUEST,999 Ditto. |
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11 Jul 12 - 11:15 AM (#3374900) Subject: VISITING INSTRUCTIONS From: katlaughing These came from Chris this morning: Hello, If folks are in the area and want to visit Dad, that would be wonderful. There are a few things you should know if you do want to visit. First off, he has periods where all he does is sleep. It is luck of the draw on his state. He has moments of comprehension, but these quickly dissolve. Still, he is making jokes and pulling memories out of the ol' memory bank. He's got plenty of both in reserve. They may be moving Dad back to the nursing home, so you may want to send any cards there rather than the hospital. I have no idea how soon that will be yet. He is physically unable to answer the phone. A nurse brings the phone to him to speak to Mom, but that is a hard thing to ask them to do on a regular basis. Also, due to this and other infections he has or has had, you are required to wear a gown and gloves to go into the room. Please check in with the nurse in charge before going in. That said, the staff at the hospital is wonderful and warm. I have yet to encounter a single person there from doctors down that didn't meet that standard. So here's the info: Centegra Hospital 4201 West Medical Center Drive McHenry, IL (815) 344-5000 Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks to all. Chris AND, TA-DA!: And in the shuffle, this announcement never made it to press. Many of you know the details. For those that don't: Art and Carol have a new grand-daughter (Daisy Snow.) With all that is going on, she hasn't met them yet. Can't wait for that day. She was born June 21 at 11:18PM. She was 8lbs 9oz and just shy of 21 inches. Mom and baby are doing great, and she's already putting on weight. Another cute and wonderful little girl. For those with a scorecard, that makes grand-baby number 5 for this branch of the Thieme clan. She will be good medicine for them both, as well as their other granddaughters. kat |
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11 Jul 12 - 11:56 AM (#3374917) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-post-surgery UPDATE 11 July 2012 From: Dan Schatz I have been following this thread from afar, and thinking of Art a great deal. I'm delighted to hear you're doing better, Art, although I can imagine ways you would have preferred to spend your birthday. I'm even more delighted to hear that your genetic material continues to multiply in the form of a new granddaughter. We eagerly await baby's first pun! Dan |
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11 Jul 12 - 11:58 AM (#3374918) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-post-surgery UPDATE 11 July 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Wonderful update, Chris and Kat. Thanks! SRS |
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11 Jul 12 - 09:42 PM (#3375108) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-post-surgery UPDATE 11 July 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney me, too. belated welcome to the world, Daisy Snow |
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11 Jul 12 - 10:21 PM (#3375124) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-post-surgery UPDATE 11 July 2012 From: ChanteyLass What a joy a baby is. I hope Art is able to meet her soon. |
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12 Jul 12 - 12:50 AM (#3375152) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-post-surgery UPDATE 11 July 2012 From: katlaughing Just to avoid some confusion...Art's daughter-in-law, the new mum, is also a "Kat," so I keep mine non-capitalised so we know who's who.:-) |
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12 Jul 12 - 06:32 AM (#3375196) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-post-surgery UPDATE 11 July 2012 From: gnu Indeed, congrats are due all round! |
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18 Jul 12 - 06:33 PM (#3378476) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back in nursing hime18 July 2012 From: katlaughing This just in from Chris: Dad is back at the nursing home. We've been waiting since yesterday for him to be released from the hospital. Finally happened this afternoon. It will be a while before he's on the computer, but he's finally back and available for visits and calls. Chris Great news!!! |
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18 Jul 12 - 06:57 PM (#3378488) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: GUEST,999 That is wonderful news. Thank you. |
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18 Jul 12 - 07:03 PM (#3378490) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: Stilly River Sage This is good news! Thanks! SRS |
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18 Jul 12 - 08:01 PM (#3378521) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: lisa null All my love and prayers to Art-- an ongoing presence in my life with every song I sing. Gad he is out of the hosptial now. |
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18 Jul 12 - 09:50 PM (#3378549) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: Sandy Mc Lean Great! |
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18 Jul 12 - 11:31 PM (#3378571) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney fantastic news, thanks to Chris & kat for keeping us informed sandra |
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19 Jul 12 - 07:16 AM (#3378671) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: Waddon Pete That's good news. Thanks for letting us know. Best wishes, Peter |
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19 Jul 12 - 08:08 AM (#3378687) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: deepdoc1 Hope to see you posting and riposting soon, Art. So glad to hear you are doing better. |
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19 Jul 12 - 10:29 AM (#3378728) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: Charley Noble Thanks for keeping us all up to date. Love to have Art posting here again. Charley Noble |
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19 Jul 12 - 10:40 AM (#3378733) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: GUEST Great news. Looking forward to Art posting again. |
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19 Jul 12 - 10:48 AM (#3378737) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: gnu GUEST was me. |
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19 Jul 12 - 01:42 PM (#3378826) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: GUEST,Mary Katherine, sans cookie Wonderful to hear about this good progress - thanks so much for keeping us all in the loop. |
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19 Jul 12 - 03:48 PM (#3378868) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: fat B****rd All of the above and best from Dunfermline. |
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19 Jul 12 - 04:24 PM (#3378884) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: kendall There is no one I would rather work with than Art. |
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19 Jul 12 - 05:37 PM (#3378904) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: catspaw49 Geeziz Kendall.....That's no way to get him back here! He might even have another relapse ferchrissakes............ Art, try to get well even though you have the Kendall thing hanging over your head........ Spaw |
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19 Jul 12 - 09:58 PM (#3378969) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: ChanteyLass Yes! (To most of the above.) |
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20 Jul 12 - 05:59 AM (#3379052) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: kendall WHAT? That was hardly a eulogy! Only a comment on the obvious. |
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20 Jul 12 - 03:40 PM (#3379306) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: KathWestra Dear Art, I'm very late to this lengthy and worrisome discussion, but wanted to add my voice to the chorus of well-wishers who are pulling for you. You should know that I woke up thinking about you this morning. My alarm was set to NPR, and the very first thing I heard was a story about 1,600 turtles being released from a Georgia turtle farm (vandals broke the fences) and making the great escape to nearby waterways. The idea of 1,600 turtles making a cross-country getaway was quite a picture--and it put me in mind of your wonderful Great Turtle Drive story. Thanks for that--and so much else. Sending lots of love, Kathy Westra And here's a link to the turtle story: turtle story |
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20 Jul 12 - 05:06 PM (#3379342) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: BK Lick You can read Art's version here: THE GREAT TURTLE DRIVE (as adapted and told by Art Thieme -- after Jack Thorp) and you can listen to Art telling it here: The Great Turtle Drive (tall tale) [scroll down to "Subject: A little more vintage Art Thieme"] |
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20 Jul 12 - 05:23 PM (#3379346) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: BK Lick That's not the link I meant to use -- this more recent post is perhaps more definitive: THE GREAT TURTLE DRIVE (as adapted and told by Art Thieme -- after Jack Thorp) |
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20 Jul 12 - 07:25 PM (#3379389) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to (nursing) home 18 July 2012 From: gnu THANKS!!! BK. |
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26 Jul 12 - 10:46 AM (#3381739) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: katlaughing This just in: Just to let you know, Dad is back in the hospital again (McHenry Centegra). He is undergoing more tests. Will of course keep you posted. Chris We need an massive airlift of Mudcat Mojo for Art!!! |
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26 Jul 12 - 11:47 AM (#3381767) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Aw. This yo-yo back and forth can't be good for their spirits! Take care and I hope these tests are finished soon and the treatment easy. SRS |
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26 Jul 12 - 12:07 PM (#3381772) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Big Al Whittle Sorry to hear about that. Hope you're home again soon, and feeling somewhat better. al |
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26 Jul 12 - 01:45 PM (#3381822) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: gnu Ahhhh crap! |
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26 Jul 12 - 03:16 PM (#3381857) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: catspaw49 Not the news anyone wants so let's give it an extra shove. Spaw |
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26 Jul 12 - 05:27 PM (#3381925) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: katlaughing This is a struggle, for sure. As Spaw says, let's all concentrate on sending whatever we are able....want to pick a specific time to do it en masse as a special effort? |
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26 Jul 12 - 06:14 PM (#3381947) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Janie I'm in. Just say when. |
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26 Jul 12 - 06:20 PM (#3381951) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: katlaughing Trying to figure when would be good all round...10p Mudcat time would be middle of the night in the UK and not sure what day in Australia.:-) Anyone else? Better time? |
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26 Jul 12 - 07:08 PM (#3381967) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Ebbie Over-lapping times aren't bad either. |
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26 Jul 12 - 09:01 PM (#3382016) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: ChanteyLass Just a thought: how about picking a date (possibly midweek when people are more likely to be home in the evening than on weekends) and making it around 8 or 9 PM in your own time zone? That would mean almost continuous bursts of Mojo around the world. Would that be as good as one simultaneous blast? |
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26 Jul 12 - 11:48 PM (#3382057) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: katlaughing That's a great idea, CL...it would be continuous for what, 24 hours, as it works its away round the world? |
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27 Jul 12 - 12:27 AM (#3382072) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: GUEST,babypix Aw Geez. This is just so awful. As always, Chris, please let us know anything at all we can do. Send Art our LOVE! Deborah Robins & Larry Hanks 510-282-6252 |
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27 Jul 12 - 02:41 AM (#3382093) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney adding my mojo |
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27 Jul 12 - 10:15 AM (#3382236) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: SINSULL Mine too. |
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27 Jul 12 - 11:43 AM (#3382267) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: YorkshireYankee Sending good thoughts and emotional hugs from the UK... |
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27 Jul 12 - 01:26 PM (#3382307) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Waddon Pete More thoughts from the other side of the pond! Hang in there Art! Best wishes, Peter |
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27 Jul 12 - 09:27 PM (#3382485) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: ChanteyLass Yes, Kat, 24-hours of constant blasts as the earth travels around the sun. Also, If the chosen time is inconvenient for some people, they can add their Mojo at the start of whatever hour works best for them, supplementing those in other time zones. People could even do it more than once, not feeling the "right" time has passed or that it is too early. |
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28 Jul 12 - 09:23 PM (#3382935) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: maeve Thinking of you tonight, Art. |
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29 Jul 12 - 03:47 AM (#3383012) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: Ebbie Also here in Alaska- my thoughts join those both near and far. |
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29 Jul 12 - 04:51 AM (#3383022) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-back to hospital 26 July 2012 From: gnu Art must be getting testy by now. |
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30 Jul 12 - 05:15 PM (#3383823) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: katlaughing From Chris: He's at Crystal Pines again. Have a feeling it won't be long, but hoping I'm wrong. Chris I am not liking the sounds of this. |
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30 Jul 12 - 05:24 PM (#3383827) Subject: RE: Art Thiem - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Joybell Love and thoughts from us too. Joy and True-love. |
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30 Jul 12 - 10:11 PM (#3383918) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: katlaughing For those who want to participate, I started new thread for a 24hr concerted effort to send Art extra Mudcat Mojo HERE. Thanks, kat |
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30 Jul 12 - 11:48 PM (#3383937) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney thanks for the info, Chris & kat |
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31 Jul 12 - 06:01 AM (#3383996) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: gnu "I am not liking the sounds of this." Not at all. |
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03 Aug 12 - 05:50 AM (#3385502) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve Good morning, Art. |
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03 Aug 12 - 09:40 AM (#3385569) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST,Don Meixner Hi Art, Good thoughts and best wishes from your friends in Central New York. Don |
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03 Aug 12 - 10:57 AM (#3385603) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Charley Noble Best thoughts from Judy and I as well. We'll be exploring Chicago for the next week or so. Don't know if we'll find any of your old haunts still operational but we'll certainly check. Charley Noble |
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03 Aug 12 - 11:02 AM (#3385606) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST,olddude He is scaring me crazy. We all would be lost without our dear friend. Please get well ... Love you Art |
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03 Aug 12 - 01:52 PM (#3385667) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Ebbie Peace and happiness to you whatever the outcome. (but we want you back!) |
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03 Aug 12 - 05:05 PM (#3385770) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST I'm a folkie and big fan of Art's - I would like to add my family's voices to the call out for Art - we miss you, take it slow but take it! and all that good stuff. It ends up my great grandfather, a German immigrant to Chicago who spent time in prison for "light fingers," is named George Thieme. Hoping it ends up I have a remote genetic link to Art, who certainly shared those "light fingers" on the fret board! Best wishes to Art, his wife, kids and grandkids, and all of you who love him. |
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03 Aug 12 - 05:07 PM (#3385771) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST and - oops! I'm "GUEST" but actually Kristin Lems! :~> |
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12 Aug 12 - 10:03 PM (#3389407) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve Dear Art, Thinking of you daily, and every night before sleep. Love, Maeve |
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13 Aug 12 - 05:16 AM (#3389493) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: RoyH (Burl) More loving thoughts coming to you from the Harris household Art. Hang in there. Love to all the family. |
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13 Aug 12 - 05:39 AM (#3389499) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: gnu Yo, Art! Hang tough eh. |
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13 Aug 12 - 08:17 AM (#3389543) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney love & hugs from me, too sandra |
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13 Aug 12 - 08:20 AM (#3389544) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: catspaw49 I'm ready for some good news! C'mon Art......Give us some! Always in my mind............ Spaw |
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16 Aug 12 - 03:04 AM (#3390788) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve Good morning, Art. We miss you. Maeve |
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16 Aug 12 - 08:51 PM (#3391166) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: ChanteyLass . . . and are thinking about you with love. |
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16 Aug 12 - 09:36 PM (#3391181) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST,999 How's it hangin', Art? Hope you're doing well. I don't write often, but I think about you lots. B |
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16 Aug 12 - 10:08 PM (#3391190) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Charley Noble Missed you in Chicago but I did explore some of your old haunts. Would be really great to hear from you. Cheerily, Charley Noble |
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17 Aug 12 - 12:09 AM (#3391220) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: catspaw49 Good night Art. Rest and get better. We're here and we love you. Spaw |
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22 Aug 12 - 09:27 PM (#3393851) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve Goodnight, Art. Tomorrow will be a beautiful day. Maeve |
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22 Aug 12 - 11:12 PM (#3393875) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: katlaughing Nearly a month since we've heard anything from Chris. I sent him an email a few days ago. I also called Art & Carol. Got the answer machine & left a message of how much we all love him, etc. With love and hope, kat |
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22 Aug 12 - 11:17 PM (#3393878) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: katlaughing 200th well wish in this thread (I've never done the counting coup thing before:-) |
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23 Aug 12 - 12:01 AM (#3393889) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST,.gargoyle Good Night Art Sincerely, Gargoyle |
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25 Aug 12 - 06:45 AM (#3394830) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve The fog is lifting here, Art; I'm thinking of you today. Maeve |
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27 Aug 12 - 04:52 PM (#3396048) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve It's sunny in Maine, with rain coming tomorrow. I hope you are seeing sunny skies and hearing good music, Art. |
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27 Aug 12 - 05:26 PM (#3396063) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: olddude We all love you Art. Missing you so |
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28 Aug 12 - 10:12 AM (#3396410) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Sending musical thoughts your way, Art! I hope you're back online with us soon! SRS |
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30 Aug 12 - 08:24 AM (#3397488) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve Sunshine here today, Art. Our mutual friend Gordon has been out sailing, but is home again. I miss your posts and PMs. |
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31 Aug 12 - 04:15 PM (#3398256) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: gnu YO... ART... c'mon man... yo, eh? |
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03 Sep 12 - 01:53 AM (#3399328) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: SaulBro I'm a little late joining this thread, I'm afraid I don't get to check in at Mudcat too often. Visited Art & Carol at the nursing home in Crystal Lake on July 1st. Art was able to chat a bit, though he was obviously uncomfortable and had to nod out (fall asleep) often. He had not been able to kick that infection, which was soon to require hospitalization July 4th as Chris has reported above. I was glad I got the chance to visit while I was in the Chicago area. It was nice to get to know Carol, whom I had only met briefly years ago. It's a rough situation for them both, but at least they have each other and the rest of their family nearby. My thoughts and love go out to them. Saul Broudy Philadelphia, PA USA |
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03 Sep 12 - 07:04 AM (#3399407) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: maeve Saul- Thank you so very much for your post. It's a comfort to read about your July visit with Art and Carol. |
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03 Sep 12 - 11:25 AM (#3399473) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Elmore Seems like Art and his family are dealing with issues more serious than Mudcat. That's a shame. Once again , I wish him and his family the best. |
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03 Sep 12 - 01:18 PM (#3399523) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Art, I hope the family has been able to pay visits with the new grandbaby and I hope you've finally shaken that infection so you can get back to some of your normal activity. Take care! SRS |
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03 Sep 12 - 01:58 PM (#3399534) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: GUEST,Arkansas Red-Ozark Troubadour Art, Good thoughts and love are sent to you from usin's here in the Ozark mountains. We're hoping for better times to come you're way. Many, many, thanks for all the years of great entertainment you've given us. Get better soon. Arkansas Red-Ozark Troubadour Ozark Mountains, Arkansas |
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03 Sep 12 - 05:34 PM (#3399638) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: catspaw49 UH.....Someone just posted under Art's name on FaceBook linking a cause named "Left Action." Any word heard from anyone about Art would be appreciated. Spaw |
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03 Sep 12 - 07:47 PM (#3399714) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: Janie I'll echo maeve. |
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03 Sep 12 - 09:29 PM (#3399744) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: ChanteyLass I guess what is going on with Art is tougher than our not knowing what is going on with Art. Wishing Art well. |
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03 Sep 12 - 10:22 PM (#3399759) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - temp. @ nursing home 30 July 2012 From: katlaughing I've had no reply to the last email sent to Chris. I figure they are going "double tough" times, as my dad would say. I hope we hear something, soon. Much love, Art, Carol and family. luvyakat |
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04 Sep 12 - 03:04 PM (#3400070) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: katlaughing My deepest apologies, folks. I feel like a complete idiot. We've been having trouble with our Internet based home phone which we are dumping after the contract expires anyway. So, I thought I had told everyone to call the cell phone from now on, but I missed a few people, including Art. Today I just happened to check messages on that phone now that it's working again and to my great joy there was one from Art! His voice seemed stronger and he sounded very coherent. He said that he really misses the people at Mudcat, to send you all greetings and thank you's. He said he has a pressure sore which has been very very hard to get rid of which we knew about, but what I don't think any of us knew, which he said today, is he's having to spend almost all of his time flat on his back in bed. He wanted us all to know why he was "out of commission." Needless to say I phoned back. I got the answer machine, left a message, and hope I hear back from him soon as I left the correct phone number. Anyway, I am sure cards, letters, and anything else you might think of that could be entertaining while flat on one's back **BG**, would be greatly appreciated. (Maybe a poster to put on the ceiling?:-) Again, my apologies. I will do a better job of keeping track from now on. In the meantime, may I say it has really lifted my heart today to hear Art's voice and news. At least we know something now. luvyakat |
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04 Sep 12 - 04:01 PM (#3400108) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: Stilly River Sage Thanks, Kat! It's great to hear that he was in touch. SRS |
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04 Sep 12 - 04:53 PM (#3400132) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: catspaw49 Thanks kat.....Makes me wonder about the FB post. It was a simple share without any personalization. Hope he shakes the problems soon. Spaw |
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04 Sep 12 - 05:58 PM (#3400166) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: bbc Nice to hear that update, kat! I can really symnpathize w/ Art's troubles. This has been a very tough summer for my mom. She is greatly weakened, physically, as well as having nightmares & delusions. Tough getting old! best, Barbara |
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04 Sep 12 - 06:08 PM (#3400168) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: gnu Good news. Hang tough, Art! |
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04 Sep 12 - 07:18 PM (#3400198) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: Elmore Good to hear that Art is communicating. Thaks Kat. |
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04 Sep 12 - 08:47 PM (#3400225) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: ChanteyLass What Elmore said. |
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04 Sep 12 - 10:34 PM (#3400282) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: GUEST,hg Whew! That's good to know . |
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04 Sep 12 - 10:39 PM (#3400288) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: Dan Schatz Art, we're with you all the way. Keep up the spirit! Dan |
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04 Sep 12 - 10:49 PM (#3400294) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - missed phone call from Art! 21Aug2012 From: Mark Ross Talked to Art this evening. He sounded in good spirits. Mark Ross |
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05 Sep 12 - 03:22 AM (#3400328) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - good spirits on phone!! 4 Sept 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney all this good news! keep it coming, folks sandra |
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05 Sep 12 - 11:37 AM (#3400387) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - good spirits on phone!! 4 Sept 2012 From: GUEST,DonMeixner Better than good news. Don |
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05 Sep 12 - 02:52 PM (#3400440) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - good spirits on phone!! 4 Sept 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Thanks, Mark! Is he up to punning yet? Then we'll know he's really on the mend! SRS |
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05 Sep 12 - 07:41 PM (#3400569) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - good spirits on phone!! 4 Sept 2012 From: katlaughing Oh! That would be a perfect poster for his ceiling...one of puns, HIS puns! Thanks, Mark. Glad you reached him! |
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05 Sep 12 - 08:41 PM (#3400605) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - good spirits on phone!! 4 Sept 2012 From: Dan Schatz Now let's not torture the poor man.... D |
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05 Sep 12 - 09:59 PM (#3400643) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - good spirits on phone!! 4 Sept 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney I hope you are being punny, Dan! |
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06 Sep 12 - 01:39 PM (#3400896) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - in good spirits on phone! 4 Sept 2012 From: Dan Schatz Well, Art has inflicted a lot of "clever verbal humor" on the world, which I in turn have inflicted on my family; but he certainly shouldn't be pun-ished for it. ;-) Maybe instead of a pun, he'd appreciate something from nature. Perhaps a nice poster-sized photo of those eagles that nest in the moss along the locks up and down the Mississippi. D |
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06 Sep 12 - 01:57 PM (#3400907) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - in good spirits on phone! 4 Sept 2012 From: katlaughing Oh, yes, those Lock Moss Nesters would be a beautiful reminder of all the pun he has shared so generously, for so long.:-) Actually, I posted earlier, but it didn't take. I was going to say "torture" would be a poster of his own puns AND those of Severn!:-) |
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06 Sep 12 - 04:28 PM (#3400983) Subject: RE: Art Thieme - in good spirits on phone! 4 Sept 2012 From: katlaughing Oh boy! Let's all do the happy dance! Art just called and, as Mark Ross said, he sounds great. He does have to stay flat on his back, but they let him up for three hours per day. They have seen their new grandbaby several times and of course love her and her four sisters very much. I got some good laughs out of him when I told about the poster and the comments, especially yours Dan about the nesters. :-) He said one of the main reasons he called was to tell me how much Mudcat and all of its denizens have meant to him. He sends his love to all and his thank you's for all the good thoughts etc. that we have sent. I told him we'd keep it up. He made sure that I understood they are living in a nursing home and while he has such a great attitude and they make the best of it, the room is still small. the pressure sore is down to a very small size now so I told him soon it will be healed and maybe down the road there may be a way for them to get back into a more assisted living type of situation. I don't know if it's a possibility, but he certainly liked the idea. As he said though the most important thing is they have each other, he and Carol, and they are being cared for as well as being closer to their grandchildren and son and daughter-in-law. Phew! I think I've been holding my breath a bit on this one. Sure feels good to have heard his voice and know that he is really doing better. Three cheers to us all and best of everything for Art and Carol! luvyakat typos fixed...voice recognition software is so much fun!:-( |
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06 Sep 12 - 08:08 PM (#3401081) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: GUEST Thank you so much Kat for posting - love to Art and Carol, Suzy T. |
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06 Sep 12 - 08:12 PM (#3401084) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Charley Noble Very nice to be back in communications with Art. Thanks for the updates. Charley Noble |
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06 Sep 12 - 08:22 PM (#3401089) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Dan Schatz *HAPPY DANCE* |
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06 Sep 12 - 08:42 PM (#3401101) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Janie Yep! |
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06 Sep 12 - 11:31 PM (#3401158) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: ChanteyLass Thak you for passing on the good news! Cheers! |
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07 Sep 12 - 02:45 AM (#3401180) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney I'll second that! |
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07 Sep 12 - 08:17 PM (#3401522) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Stilly River Sage Why don't we each find the prettiest wildlife postcard we can and send them to Art? He may not put them up on the ceiling, but he would be able to look at them while he is lying down. Postcards wouldn't take up a lot of space, yet will be a tangible reminder of all of his mudcat friends. What address should we use? SRS |
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07 Sep 12 - 08:42 PM (#3401532) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: maeve From an earlier thread: *********************** Subject: RE: Art Thieme-UPDATE Nov 2011-new home sweet hom From: katlaughing - PM Date: 21 Nov 11 - 11:58 PM This just in from Chris... Art and Carol Thieme Crystal Pines - Room 103 335 N. Illinois St. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 |
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07 Sep 12 - 10:17 PM (#3401555) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney excellent idea, I'll get a card today keep getting weller, Art. sandra |
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07 Sep 12 - 11:33 PM (#3401578) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: katlaughing That's a super idea, SRS! |
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13 Oct 12 - 03:05 PM (#3419302) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: katlaughing Just spoke with Art and Carol. Carol said she was dioing well and she sounded it. Art sounded pretty good, too. He saw 4 out of 5 granddaughters the other day and really enjoyed it. The 4 yr old really tore him up when they were leaving. She said, Grandpa Art, can you come home with us?" They are shooting for the end of the month for him to be up and able to do a bit more. One thing he said they've really been enjoying are books on CDs which some friend gave them. I'm not sure what ones they have except he did mention Cannery Row, one of his favs. Rog and I feel blessed for knowing Art and Carol and we are gratefull. |
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13 Oct 12 - 03:08 PM (#3419304) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: GUEST,999 Wonderful news, Kat. Thank you. |
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13 Oct 12 - 03:11 PM (#3419305) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: kendall This is better than a Christmas present. |
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13 Oct 12 - 09:48 PM (#3419448) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Stewie That is excellent news. Best wishes to them both. --Stewie. |
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13 Oct 12 - 09:54 PM (#3419453) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Janie Hugh Smile! |
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13 Oct 12 - 10:09 PM (#3419463) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Sandra in Sydney me, too!! |
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14 Oct 12 - 12:41 PM (#3419688) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: gnu Warms my heart. Thanks, kat. |
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14 Oct 12 - 01:40 PM (#3419717) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Elmore Been playing one of Art's cds recently and wondered how he was doing. Glad to hear the good news. Thanks Kat. |
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14 Oct 12 - 03:47 PM (#3419767) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Waddon Pete Excellent news! Best wishes, Peter |
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14 Oct 12 - 04:53 PM (#3419803) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Charley Noble There was a nice photo of Art and Carol posted to Cathy Fink's Facebook page last week, with Cathy leaning over the couch behind the two of them. They all looked great. Cheerily, Charley Noble |
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28 Oct 12 - 07:18 PM (#3427481) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: BK Lick Had a short telephone call with Art yesterday. He sounded to be in good spirits, although a bit weary of being confined to bed most of the time until his pressure sore heals. His greatest joy is visiting with their grandchildren. He was looking forward to a visit today from a good friend, Tom Martin-Erickson, long-time host of Simply Folk on Wisconsin Public Radio. He misses being able to check in here with all of us and hopes to be able to get back on the computer soon. Of course I told him how much he is loved and missed here. —BK |
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28 Oct 12 - 07:45 PM (#3427487) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Janie Thanks for the update, BK. It is good to have news. And thanks for letting him know of our continued care and concern. |
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28 Oct 12 - 07:45 PM (#3427488) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: maeve Thank you very much, BK! Maeve |
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28 Oct 12 - 09:10 PM (#3427509) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: katlaughing Yes, thanks, BK. So good to hear things progress. atb, kat |
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28 Oct 12 - 09:18 PM (#3427513) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: YorkshireYankee I'm off (in just over 24 hrs) to visit my family in the Chicago area. Crystal Lake is not far from where my folks live, and I have been thinking for a while now I might be able to visit Art when I am staying with them (although he does not know me personally, but I of course know who he is!). Do you think this would be OK? If so, I can call the care home - on the day - before heading over, but should I call his family first to make sure there's not a problem? Any advice gratefully accepted... |
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28 Oct 12 - 09:22 PM (#3427514) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: gnu Darn good to hear! Art enjoying the visits by the grandchildren... now, if that don't make ya shed a tear of joy, well, say no more. Thanks for the update, BK. |
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28 Oct 12 - 09:47 PM (#3427525) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Bill D Been thinking of Art a lot recently, and inflicting some of his 'humor' on others.. *grin*... I hope he gets a chance to be back at a computer soon. |
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29 Oct 12 - 04:13 AM (#3427614) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Waddon Pete Grand news! Thanks BK and keep up the good work, Art. Best wishes, Peter |
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29 Oct 12 - 01:45 PM (#3427841) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Elmore Thanks for .the good news BK |
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29 Oct 12 - 04:34 PM (#3427935) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: ChanteyLass This news made me smile. |
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29 Oct 12 - 04:39 PM (#3427939) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-more good spirits on phone! 5 Sept 2012 From: Pete Jennings Me too! Best wishes, Art. Pete. |
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09 Nov 12 - 10:35 AM (#3433652) Subject: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: katlaughing Some encouraging news which Chris posted to FB: "Art Thieme Hello, folks. This isn't exactly Art, just his proxy, Chris CT Thieme. Dad has had a hard time getting to the computer, but he sure misses everyone. He's asked me to help a little with the communication gap. Thanks to those in the area, and some out of the area, that have been stopping by to see him. He's doing pretty well all things considered. We're working towards getting him back on the computer, but in the meantime, I'm going to do my best to bridge the digital divide. Thanks to you all for your love and support." Thank you, Chris and much love to Art & Carol. kat |
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09 Nov 12 - 11:30 AM (#3433676) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: GUEST,999 Ditto that from me. |
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09 Nov 12 - 12:17 PM (#3433709) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Charley Noble Thanks for passing on the better news. Charley Noble |
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09 Nov 12 - 12:38 PM (#3433721) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Mark Ross Just talked to Art a little while ago. He seems in good spirits, even if he is still laid up in bed. Mark Ross |
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09 Nov 12 - 09:47 PM (#3433958) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: ChanteyLass Good news about Art is good news! Great news will be when he can use a computer again. |
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09 Nov 12 - 09:51 PM (#3433962) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: gnu Thanks for the updates. Means a lot to... well, I am kinda guessing a LOT of people. Keep on keepin on, Art. |
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09 Nov 12 - 11:38 PM (#3434002) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Janie thanks Kat and thanks Chris. I don't post much here, Art and Carol, but because I am out of sight does not mean you are out of (my) mind, daily. Looking hopefully toward the day I open this thread and see even a simple "Hi Folks. Art here." |
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10 Nov 12 - 07:30 AM (#3434081) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: RoyH (Burl) Greetings Art, Roy and Elaine are still thinking about you. Best wishes to Carol too, and thanks to your son for keeping us all informed as to your progress. Hang on in old pal. ROY |
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10 Nov 12 - 02:02 PM (#3434295) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: kendall Laid up in bed? Best place there is. An interviewer from the local paper was talking to 90 year old spinster ,Bessie Stickney. Among other things, he asked, "Have you ever been bed riden"? She replied, "No, but I had it once in a dory" |
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10 Nov 12 - 03:16 PM (#3434332) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Joybell Kat and Chris would you please pass on our thoughts and good wishes to Art. He's in our hearts. Are we able to ring him from Australia Chris? True-love used to do that. They are old friends. Love and hugs, Joy |
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10 Nov 12 - 06:43 PM (#3434443) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Leadfingers Good to know that Art is getting there ! |
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10 Nov 12 - 06:54 PM (#3434447) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: GUEST,olddude If Art feels up to mudcatting I can give him a notebook computer please let me know love ya Art |
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19 Nov 12 - 03:40 PM (#3438815) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Elijah Browning Hey all, Had a great time taking the kids to see Sons of the Never Wrong last night. Can't wait to update Dad. Thanks to all for the kind wishes and patient waiting on updates. "If it wasn't for time, we'd have to do everything at once." Ain't that the truth. Chris |
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19 Nov 12 - 03:52 PM (#3438820) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude Art should have the notebook by the end of the week. I am just finishing it up Dan |
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19 Nov 12 - 03:59 PM (#3438825) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Elijah Browning Can't thank you enough. Once it gets here, I'll update you all on the progress. Current goal - Skype! |
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19 Nov 12 - 09:38 PM (#3438975) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: katlaughing YES!! Three cheers for olddude/Dan and many thanks to Chris!! |
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19 Nov 12 - 09:43 PM (#3438980) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Janie Three Cheers! |
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20 Nov 12 - 04:09 AM (#3439078) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Sandra in Sydney 3 more cheers sandra (waiting patiently until Art is back with us) |
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20 Nov 12 - 05:43 AM (#3439105) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: gnu Dan's the man, I tell yas. |
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20 Nov 12 - 08:26 PM (#3439575) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude This is a very very good notebook, I had to load linux on it because I have no spare copies of windows, however, it is even easier to use then windows and I will supply full instructions so no stress. Just click connect and rock on ..also you have no need to worry about virus or spyware due to the op system. Now can someone send Art some decent headphones so he can listen to music. I don't have a spare set ... and if you got a spare webcam please send that also ... love Dan |
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20 Nov 12 - 08:28 PM (#3439576) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude Dell Latitude 630C ... Ubuntu Linux just purring on it he will have fun and needs no software it all there including skype |
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20 Nov 12 - 10:27 PM (#3439619) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude Very very simple to use, I just upgraded to version 12 of ubuntu linux. The machine has a built in Vpro Intel Centrino processor. Lots of memory and hard drive space. It flies, now we have to get him some headphones so he can listen to music and we need a webcam. If someone has them please let me know before I go buy him some. touch pad on the notebook but I will send a mouse along because I know he is more use to a mouse. Sharp sharp screen. love it .. perfect .. we need to get him back with us asap. No fun being sick without your friends around love ya Art |
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21 Nov 12 - 01:07 AM (#3439665) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: BK Lick Just sent via Amazon a pair of Sennheiser HD201 Lightweight Over-Ear Binaural Headphones. Also included a pair of Panasonic RPHJE120S In-Ear Headphones (earbuds) 'cause they might be easier to use while in bed. Also included a Y-Splitter with Volume Control so's Carol can listen in too. Should arrive by Monday. —BK |
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21 Nov 12 - 01:43 AM (#3439672) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: GUEST,olddude BK Thank you my dear friend. all other catters please send Art your music so he can listen, lots of CD's huh, it is really hard to be stuck in a place without your friends there. I thank all of you from my heart |
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21 Nov 12 - 02:31 AM (#3439679) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: gnu I am almost glad I cannot sleep. Warms my heart to read your posts. |
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21 Nov 12 - 02:09 PM (#3439957) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: katlaughing Mudcatters are the most beautiful people with such big hearts. Thank you Dan and BK...what a wonderful thing you have both done. It will be wonderful to have Art here, but I think he will get the most out of it on youtube and listening to you all. I know they used to enjoy netflix, too. luvyakat |
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21 Nov 12 - 02:54 PM (#3439984) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude It should be there on Saturday, it went out today ... it is a dandy and I loaded it up ... Now if folks want to send him CD's he will have lots to listen to ... I forgot to include the external mouse but the touch pad is perfect. If it is an issue someone just let me know and I will send it .. I also have a spare battery but the one in there runs for over 2 hrs off plug so it is in good shape. Again just let me know and I will ship that also if he wants. It is Linux but very very simple to use, easier than windows, there is a menu on the left side just click internet, enter the one time security key for the wireless and bam he is on .. everything is configured. We need a webcam as the company that gave it to me doesn't allow them on their notebooks so if anyone got an external webcam let me know or I will just buy him one next week Thank you all will be great to get Art back with us. Thank you BK so kind of you love Dan |
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22 Nov 12 - 07:30 PM (#3440755) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude Happy Thanksgiving Art and Carol get back with us soon we all miss you |
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23 Nov 12 - 06:05 PM (#3441196) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude tracking says the machine got there today, hopefully he will be with us shortly ... |
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23 Nov 12 - 06:28 PM (#3441204) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Stilly River Sage Great news, Dan! Thanks from all of us! SRS |
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23 Nov 12 - 06:48 PM (#3441218) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: gnu Dan, BK... yas just make me shed a tear. Thanks... not just for what youse are doin for Art... for MY heart. Truely heartwarming. Big Pete gonna seat youse at the big table facin us. |
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23 Nov 12 - 09:01 PM (#3441269) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: GUEST,olddude I won't be at the table, I will be hunting and fishing with my brother Gnu |
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24 Nov 12 - 05:09 PM (#3441694) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: gnu They got a lodge in heaven? Damn! I had better clean up my act! |
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25 Nov 12 - 04:37 PM (#3442099) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: maeve I'm really looking forward to seeing Art's posts again. |
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25 Nov 12 - 05:32 PM (#3442109) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Sandra in Sydney me, too!! |
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25 Nov 12 - 05:39 PM (#3442111) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Joybell And me. |
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26 Nov 12 - 07:58 PM (#3442751) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: BK Lick UPS tracking says headphones, earbuds, and splitter were delivered today to front desk. Maybe some of us could chip in for a gift subscription to Netflix? |
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26 Nov 12 - 10:51 PM (#3442836) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude Bk count me in |
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27 Nov 12 - 11:00 AM (#3443078) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: katlaughing The Eagles have landed.:-) I just spoke with Art. He has the notebook,Dan, and all of the stuff you sent, too, BK. Thrilled, amazed and he says people keep sending him stuff. He sounded so pleased. Dan, Chris has your contact info and may call. Apparently something isn't compatible with what's available, but he is going to remedy that. Art was vague because he doesn't understand it, but he is so grateful and really excited about getting back on. He was being taken for a shower when I called. That's it for now. You are all wonderful people! |
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27 Nov 12 - 12:24 PM (#3443124) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: olddude Yea it is linux a little different but will work perfect and no virus to worry about .. I can help him thanks Kat |
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27 Nov 12 - 09:24 PM (#3443408) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: YorkshireYankee I'm in for contributing to a Netflix subscription. Who should I send my $$ to? |
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28 Nov 12 - 08:28 AM (#3443597) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-working on getting connected-misses us From: Elmore I'm really looking forward to seeing Art's entries on Mudcat again. The sooner the better. |
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28 Nov 12 - 10:46 AM (#3443695) Subject: New tech question from Chris From: katlaughing My apologies for not posting this sooner. I was going through a rough patch and just didn't see any email for awhile. This is from Chris from around the 20th: Hey Kat, This is amazing. Can't thank you and all the Mudcatters enough. Been busy as hell, and will get on there to send thanks personally. I'm skilled enough to get him set up, and I work at a school, so I'm going to pick the brains in the Special Ed and Tech department for ideas on how to make this friendly. There is an item that I really want to get for my folks as both of them are having a harder time with this. Dad is getting to the point where he almost can't answer and sometimes can't hold the phone. If there's anyone out there with a bead on a voice activated conference/speaker phone, please let me know. They are not cheap so I don't want to take up a collection. Just hoping someone might know where to get them at a discount or know where there might be a spare. Sorry to ask. You all have done so much. Thanks, Chris I know they were over there last Friday as Art was so pleased to have all five grandkids there. Soon, folks, soon. luvyakat |
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28 Nov 12 - 12:41 PM (#3443764) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-getting connected-new tech question From: olddude Chris check this out for the version of ubuntu linux I installed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAmQRpxrQlk |
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28 Nov 12 - 01:19 PM (#3443787) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-getting connected-new tech question From: olddude here is another voice recognition software for ubuntu http://www.voxforge.org/home/forums/message-boards/dialog-managers/kiku---voice-recognition They are free from source forge. you will need the admin password that I sent you Dan |
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15 Jul 13 - 12:26 PM (#3537708) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-getting connected-new tech question From: katlaughing Don;t know how things stand now, but spaw just posted this, yesterday and I thought might be a good place to also include it. Tks, luvyaART.....kat |
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15 Jul 13 - 12:31 PM (#3537712) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-getting connected-new tech question From: katlaughing Here;s what i forgot: "ALSO......I just read that ART THIEME is having some infection problems again. He's in the hospital and his son says they are working at getting this one cleared early so he doesn't have a repeat of the last time. So let's send out some Rainbow Mojo towards Art and Carol out in Illinois." Spaw |
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15 Jul 13 - 04:00 PM (#3537809) Subject: RE: Art Thieme-getting connected-new tech question From: BK Lick Guess you missed this post on 07 Jul 13: clicky here. |