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21 Aug 13 - 12:36 PM (#3551424) Subject: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: George Papavgeris I have just seen the following from Moira Craig via Judith Snelling: ========= Sarah was in hospital last week and has had some scans which unfortunately have shown that she has cancer lesions on her liver. These are likely to be metastesis and the hospital want to do more tests to try to find where the primary cancer is. Not good news I'm afraid but she made it up to Whitby for a few days and went home Monday evening. She was delighted to make it. She wants people to know so they can be straight with her. No shilly shallying (you know what she's like) so please pass the message on to anyone you meet that she knows. ========= |
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21 Aug 13 - 12:59 PM (#3551428) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: GUEST,henryp Bad news indeed. Best wishes to Sarah and her friends and family too. |
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21 Aug 13 - 01:02 PM (#3551431) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: maeve Sarah is a wonderful musician, teacher, and encourager. She's also determined. Warm regards to her and to friends and family. Maeve |
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21 Aug 13 - 06:13 PM (#3551551) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Tradsinger Yes, bad news indeed. I wish her the very best. Tradsinger |
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21 Aug 13 - 06:14 PM (#3551552) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Tattie Bogle So sorry to hear this: will try to think positive for her. As Maeve said too. |
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21 Aug 13 - 06:23 PM (#3551555) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Mick Pearce (MCP) I heard this earlier today via another route. I've known Sarah on and off since the 70s and was really saddened by the news. Very best wishes to Sarah. Mick |
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22 Aug 13 - 04:39 AM (#3551659) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: MoorleyMan So sad to hear this news. All best wishes to Sarah. I'll be thinking very positive thoughts too. |
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22 Aug 13 - 06:55 AM (#3551685) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Waddon Pete Sorry to hear this news. Be positive and always believe in your music. From one who has been there, albeit with different causes! Peter |
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22 Aug 13 - 07:18 AM (#3551696) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: nutty I was saddened by the news - I was looking forward to meeting her again (as I always managed to at Whitby) at the Graeme Miles Comemorative concert but unfortunately it wasn't to be. My thoughts are with her and I'm keeping fingers crossed for a good outcome. Hazel Bolton |
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22 Aug 13 - 10:01 AM (#3551736) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: GUEST,Jon Heslop Awful! Awful! Awful! BUT, and it's a huge "But", sometimes it's treatable and beatable. Hang on in there Sarah, all our good thoughts are with you. Jon & Fred |
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22 Aug 13 - 02:46 PM (#3551849) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: The Sandman thinking about you,get well |
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22 Aug 13 - 08:51 PM (#3551961) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Charley Noble Sad to hear this. I never had the pleasure of meeting Sarah but I have corresponded with her about Cicely Fox Smith. Sarah was the one that adapted "Homeward" (aka "Home Boys Home") for singing. It's probably the most recorded C. Fox Smith poem. I wish her well. Charley Noble |
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23 Aug 13 - 05:19 AM (#3552033) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Leadfingers Following a phone call from Moira Craig , Mrs Admiral (Pearl O'Neill) told us its inoperable and terminal , but Sarah is 'carrying on' as normal , and would appreciate any messages from friends . I think its bloody sad ! |
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23 Aug 13 - 05:39 AM (#3552037) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: GUEST My thoughts and prayers for Sarah. I attended a CMR singing workshop at Whitby a few years back, it was delightful. Something I will always remember. |
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23 Aug 13 - 05:44 AM (#3552039) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: cooperman Not that it matters but that was me, cookie now reset! |
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23 Aug 13 - 12:52 PM (#3552146) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Dave Hunt Such sad news... we will be thinking of you with all very best wishes. I still remember with great pleasure the wonderful times we had at the Bracknell Festivals. |
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23 Aug 13 - 01:15 PM (#3552153) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: GUEST,George Frampton I'm very sorry to hear this. I have fond memories of evenings spent at the Bracknell Folk Club singing with Don and Curates Egg, and later as part of Craig, Morgan and Robson. |
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23 Aug 13 - 08:12 PM (#3552225) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: stallion oh no |
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24 Aug 13 - 06:24 AM (#3552323) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: GUEST,Dr Price (cookieless) Dear Sarah, I've known you since the 1970s... happy memories of The Handsome Mouldiwarp Festival! You came to Llantrisant FC as part of the Craig:Morgan:Robson trio, and marvelled at the absolutely stunning harmonies. Keep your pecker up, luv! Mick |
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24 Aug 13 - 03:17 PM (#3552444) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: ConcertinaChap Like you, Mick, we've known Sarah for a long time. Sarah, I still remember when we first met, sitting on a bench in the sun at Bracknell festival. Anne and I had not long been together so it must have been at least 35 years ago. Doesn't time fly! Anne and I are a bit knocked sideways by the news, but as Mick says, keep your pecker up! Chris and Anne |
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24 Aug 13 - 04:46 PM (#3552471) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (illness) From: Anne Lister Another old friend here - I'm still trying to adjust to the news and wishing it wasn't so. Sending love and support. |
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25 Aug 13 - 11:32 AM (#3552659) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: GUEST,Linda Kelly Well it ain't over until the small petite lady sings! and we all need to remain positive in our support. Whole lot of love out here for Sarah. |
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25 Aug 13 - 11:46 AM (#3552664) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: Jeri I love her singing and concertina accompaniment. I thoroughly enjoyed her in the Craig, Morgan, Robson trio when the were over a few years ago. Best wishes from me. |
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25 Aug 13 - 03:28 PM (#3552721) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: My guru always said So sorry to hear this awful news! Posted before I went away for the weekend but it didn't 'take'. Sang 'Keep you in Peace' at Bobbing, there were lots of Folk Friends thee who were feeling shocked that this has happened to Sarah. Candle lit! |
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25 Aug 13 - 04:04 PM (#3552733) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: jacqui.c So sorry to hear this. Like Jeri I loved the concert that the ladies put on in South Portland. Lots of good thoughts coming from Maine. |
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25 Aug 13 - 05:00 PM (#3552755) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: Mo the caller Oh no, not another. Such an inspiration, I always try to hear CMR at Whitby even if the harmony workshop is at a time of day with 4 other 'must do' clashes. First heard her and sang in her workshop when it was Bread and Roses. Even back then "Home Boys Home" had me hiding a tear. |
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26 Aug 13 - 06:40 AM (#3552926) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: GUEST,Anne, Chris, Bill, Minnie (Canny Crack) Just heard about this from Bills brother (we were unable to get to Whitby this year) So sorry to hear of this bad news - our love and thoughts to Sarah, her family and friends. |
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26 Aug 13 - 07:11 AM (#3552935) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: GUEST,flyingcat(moira) just want to point out I didn't actually say it was "inoperable and terminal" Sarah's still waiting for for more tests and consultations.It's still not great news but who knows. I'm just listening to the Whitby Choir recording that Malc did in the Brunswick centre, it sounds fantastic and it'll be put on "drop box" or some such access site so everyone can hear it. Lots of love Moira xx |
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26 Aug 13 - 07:18 AM (#3552936) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: maeve Thank you, Moira. |
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26 Aug 13 - 08:22 AM (#3552953) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: ConcertinaChap Likewise. Chris |
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26 Aug 13 - 09:38 AM (#3552981) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: Herga Kitty I can't remember exactly when I first heard Sarah singing with Curate's Egg - must have been the 70s, possibly at Berkshire Midsummer festival, but might have been Towersey. All best wishes and hugs. Kitty xx |
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26 Aug 13 - 02:54 PM (#3553101) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: GUEST,John Eason Despite everything she and CMR managed to give a cracking performance at Whitby Rifle Club last week despite a malfunctioning PA and appalling lighting. I'd like to think this is a good augury and she will fight her way through this as well. Love and best wishes. |
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27 Aug 13 - 06:14 AM (#3553288) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: banjoman Sad news. First met Sara at Whitchurch (Curates Egg) and later with Bread & Roses. I know that all her friends and aquaintences from this area will be thinking of her. We will add her to our prayer list. Pete & Maggie |
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27 Aug 13 - 08:08 AM (#3553320) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: Willa Love and best wishes from me, Sarah. My stewarding is always conditional on my being able to cover the CMR workshops! Ann |
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27 Aug 13 - 08:14 AM (#3553323) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: My guru always said Thanks for the revised info Moira, we'll all keep sending positive thoughts! |
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08 Sep 13 - 07:40 AM (#3557113) Subject: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: GUEST,flyingcat(moira) Dear friends, first of all, very heartfelt thanks for all your help. Could you please let other friends of mine (who aren't in this loop) know what the situation / prognosis is? I know they all want to help and also have demanding work and families. In general emails are best as I can read and reply when I am feeling lucid, I'm not always up for phone calls. The other thing is that people's expectations can be hard to bear. I know everyone means well when they say things like "we can beat this together" or " keep positive and you can fight it" and that puts a huge weight on my shoulders as it is part of my nature to fulfil obligations and not let people down. There is also a line in a song which means much to me about being "wise enough to know when to hold on, and strong enough to let go". I will try to make what choices I have, wise ones, and knowing I have your support will help immeasurably with that. Thank you all so much. These few weeks have been a huge learning experience for me, and I am finding it hard to imagine what I could have done to have merited so much loving care, and of course it says much more about you, my lovelies, than it does about me! Lots of love Sarah PS don't be alarmed at this very early time of writing. I'm not lying here being miserably wakeful, but quite cheerfully clear- headed, as I am just at the right point in between doses of woose- inducing painkillers! |
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08 Sep 13 - 11:49 AM (#3557167) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: GUEST,Maeve Dear Sarah, Thank you so much for telling us how friends can be most helpful. That is an honest and loving approach I especially appreciate, coming from someone I especially value. Please know you are loved and admired, and many folks here will try their best to offer encouragement without added burdens, compassion without maudlin Lamentations, and voices raised in song to add to your voice. Please forgive us when we falter and fail...We'll keep trying. Thank you for staying true to yourself. Maeve in Maine |
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08 Sep 13 - 02:37 PM (#3557222) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: maeve Sarah has posted an update with a request for the flavor of support she needs from friends. Look down in the BS section for "update message from Sarah Morgan". Maeve. |
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08 Sep 13 - 03:41 PM (#3557235) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) From: The Sandman I was trying to recall our first meeting it must be 40 years ago at the Railway folk club in Groombridge[Isobel Sutherlands club]. I was so sorry when i heard this news. |
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08 Sep 13 - 04:59 PM (#3557249) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan illness (update) From: GUEST,sarah via moira Dear friends, first of all, very heartfelt thanks for all your help. Could you please let other friends of mine (who aren't in this loop) know what the situation / prognosis is? I know they all want to help and also have demanding work and families. In general emails are best as I can read and reply when I am feeling lucid, I'm not always up for phone calls. The other thing is that people's expectations can be hard to bear. I know everyone means well when they say things like "we can beat this together" or " keep positive and you can fight it" and that puts a huge weight on my shoulders as it is part of my nature to fulfil obligations and not let people down. There is also a line in a song which means much to me about being "wise enough to know when to hold on, and strong enough to let go". I will try to make what choices I have, wise ones, and knowing I have your support will help immeasurably with that. Thank you all so much. These few weeks have been a huge learning experience for me, and I am finding it hard to imagine what I could have done to have merited so much loving care, and of course it says much more about you, my lovelies, than it does about me! Lots of love Sarah |
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09 Sep 13 - 01:13 AM (#3557328) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: dick greenhaus Sarah- Please continue giving 'em hell. In perfect harmony! |
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09 Sep 13 - 01:40 AM (#3557334) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: mg Well, it is a journey we all must take and there should be a great crew awaiting you on the other side..mg |
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09 Sep 13 - 04:58 AM (#3557356) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: Howard Jones Sarah - I remember you well from my time as a student in Reading in the 1970s, although I haven't really seen you since. I just want to say how sorry I am at this news and to wish you the best in dealing with it. Howard |
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09 Sep 13 - 10:50 AM (#3557430) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: jacqui.c Keeping you in my thoughts - I still remember the house concert you did in Maine a while back. |
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09 Sep 13 - 10:58 AM (#3557436) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: Rapparee Don't let it get to you. One way or another you WILL beat it, and you have all the help we can send. |
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09 Sep 13 - 08:44 PM (#3557643) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: ChanteyLass It is good of you to let us know what you need--and what you don't need! Sending love. |
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09 Sep 13 - 09:49 PM (#3557660) Subject: RE: BS: update message from Sarah Morgan From: Jeri It's the worst, when you're sick and you end up expending energy taking care of helpers. I too remember the house concert in Maine. I'm a harmony freak, and you all were a special treat. Your concertina accompaniment was original and beautiful. Luckily for me, I came home with a couple of CDs. I was also pretty much in awe of just being in the presence of the person who made a song out of "Homeward", AKA "Home, Lads, Home". Thanks Sara and Moira for letting us know. Love |
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12 Sep 13 - 04:32 AM (#3558315) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) [Update 8 Sep] From: Tattie Bogle Dear Sarah, I think I speak for my friends here in Edinburgh and Lothians TMSA when I say that we wish you the least bad of everything, whatever the prognosis. We have such lovely memories of the Singers' Gathering in 2009 when you and Moira and Carolyn took our Muckle Sing., and many of your songs and arrangements are still being sung, notably "Keep You In Peace". My friend and I recently did ""We'll All Be Smiles Tonight" in a little local charity concert. Hope you can keep smiling in spite of it all. Trish |
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12 Sep 13 - 09:01 AM (#3558357) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) [Update 8 Sep] From: SINSULL Sarah and Moira, The Maine contingent is here for you. Stay strong. Mary |
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18 Sep 13 - 05:03 AM (#3559512) Subject: RE: Sarah Morgan (2013 illness) [Update 8 Sep] From: GUEST,Derek Schofield I suggested two days ago that this thread be closed, but my message has disappeared, perhaps a casualty of Mudcat being off line yesterday. Derek I believe some recent changes/additions were lost. I closed this thread (2 days ago) as, sadly, there is an Obit thread: Obit: Sarah Morgan R.I.P. (Sep 2013) --Mod |