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28 Oct 00 - 11:15 PM (#329506) Subject: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Big Mick I hesitated at first to do this, but in many respects Mudcat has become a community of friends who are like a cyber family. The second of my three daughters (I haven't won an argument in 24 years), Elizabeth is marrying Nathen Schovey tomorrow. I would like to invite you all to a cyber reception, let's sing the songs and drink the vile black stuff!!!! But my family will be there so no spuds and thongs, OK???? I like this young man, and best of all he is pliable. With a little work and some lye soap I think we can make something of him. OK, Nate, let's start with a haircut.......................LOL. Give the lad a proper Mudcat welcome, I am very happy to call him "Son", and now let's get on with the hooley. Mick |
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28 Oct 00 - 11:22 PM (#329514) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Matt_R WELL... CONGRATULATIONSto the Irish lass and her man, and her Big Dad! No drink for me, but can I play a wedding song?--Matt |
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28 Oct 00 - 11:30 PM (#329519) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Wavestar Congrats, Elizabeth and Nathan, and to you as well, Mick! I wish you all the best, with peace and happiness. -Jessica |
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28 Oct 00 - 11:41 PM (#329527) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: paddymac It's a grand idea! Do you want to do this as a "virtual" houli, or did you have a real audio seisiun in mind? If so, what time do you want to start? All possible "Mudcat Blessings" upon the soon-t-be newly weds. |
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28 Oct 00 - 11:42 PM (#329528) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Tinker Mick, I wasn't kidding earlier, raise the toast and then Jeri and I get a grand spin around the dance floor. With you and the groom.... for luck and best wishes. Blessings again to you and yours. Lets raise the rafters in jubilation and welcome Nate as a member of the family |
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28 Oct 00 - 11:56 PM (#329535) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: IvanB I'd be proud to raise the pint in a toast to the happy couple. May their married life be a bed of roses and may naught but happy songs ring within their walls! |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:02 AM (#329539) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Jon Freeman Sorry the day I was married and sorry the day I was wed And only if I had have tarried When I to the alter was led Seriously, best wishes to all concerned. Jon (kissing the bride) |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:07 AM (#329544) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: DonMeixner Mick, old enough to have a marriageble daughter, me too. I remember when Bekkah was dating Satan's Child. I thought. "Oh....My...." But now she has a nice beau and it looks semipermanent and i say "Oh,...My..." Well congratulations to the family. Don |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:13 AM (#329548) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: katlaughing Congratulations, Mick, Elizabeth and Nathan! Nate, I hope you know what you are in for!!!**BG** katlaughing |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:14 AM (#329550) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: SINSULL To the Happy Couple: Live a long, healthy, happy life together. |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:17 AM (#329552) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: CarolC Congratulations and best wishes to all of you! Carol |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:45 AM (#329568) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Cap't Bob Nate ~~~~ I never knew what happiness was until I got married ~~~~ then it was too late. My father-in-law told me that on my wedding day. Just learn how to drink liquid bread (STOUT) and everything will work out O.K. Cap't Bob |
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29 Oct 00 - 12:52 AM (#329569) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Sandy Paton No hint of this at the Getaway, Mick? I'll bet you were just trying to avoid all my grandfatherly advice! Our best to the youngsters, and to you, m'lad. Tell 'em we can attest to the fact that the first 43 years are the hardest. Sandy and Caroline |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:02 AM (#329576) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: wysiwyg (Mick, you hesitated because you were afraid Nate would find out what a big ole teddy bear his dad in law really is? Or because he would find out what a wild one you are yourself? Or... Never mind. What's his MudName? Nat Big Mickson?) Nat, yer among yer own kind now. Mind ye keep an eye on the little lass for the crowd here is a rowdy, snogging lot and it's not only Saturday night, but the Saturday night o' the time change. Oh yeah, a whole extry hour of snogging fer you an' (God forbid!) yer lady! And Elizabeth dear, as you start down that path to yer glory as a woman, pssst!! Is yer young man atall like yer dad? Then-- ye've chosen well and 'twill be a joy an' a delight!! I know ye've already wrapped the lad's heart around yer little finger, as sure as he's run off with yours! Be gentle now! Here's to ye both! May yer best snogs always be saved, one for the other, an' may each and every one of them be blessed with the sparkles and tingles the good Lord made them to have! An' should it be His pleasure that there be any wee snoglings in the years to come-- why raise them up right in the traditions of their proud Mudcat heritage, for you can't hope for a better bunch of pals to help keep 'em upwind of a stink! To the dance floor! Ah what a sweet couple they make! ~S~ This is great. We don't have to buy and ship presents. This is working for me! |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:18 AM (#329580) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Amos Yippee kiyi -- a new round of Micks, on everyone for me, in honor of Guinesses' duaghter! Um... well, whatever! Congratulations, Big Mick -- I have a tear fer ya!
Warm regards, Amos |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:21 AM (#329604) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Lonesome EJ All the best to you,your daughter,and your new son-in-law."That boy needs to cut his hair!"...now where have we heard that before,you old hippy, you.Try not to scare the kid,Laddy. |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:25 AM (#329582) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: catspaw49 Dear Nate, Let me take this moment to tell you that you are a lucky man to have found a woman you love. You have also gained a father-in-law. You have to take the bitter with the sweet. That's one of those old sayings and it makes no freakin' sense at all, hence, its probably Irish. The Irish have a lot of those "words of wisdom to live by" and you are going to hear them all repeatedly from Mick. Take a couple of No-Doze before you visit with him. On the plus side, many of these 'Pearls of Potato Philosophies' will be served up in a language you don't understand called Gaelic. It has a unique sound like a kind of cross between Norwegian and Cockney Rhyming Slang between spoken by a constipated yak. So when he finally comes to the end just nod in agreement with an amazed expression. He'll think you understand and are marvelling at the brilliance of this folk wisdom when in fact you'll be wondering why the hell anyone would learn a language so bizarre. There will be times that Mick will speak to you in English and my best advice to you there would be to keep your questions simple. Even then you have to be careful. I wanted to set my watch once and asked Mick what time it was. By the time he finished telling me, the battery in my watch was dead and the Cubs had won the Series. In all fairness, Mick measures his words carefully. Hell Nate, he had one sentence alone that measured 67 miles in helvetica size 12 without the spaces. Now if I might give a large bearhug and wee kiss to both you and your lovely bride, I'll have a large shot of Jack and slide over there with the other 'Catters before Mick tells one of those lame and aging jokes. I assume you've heard all three of them by now so you know what I mean. Spaw
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29 Oct 00 - 01:31 AM (#329609) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: KT Congratulations to all of you!! And to Nate and Elizabeth, here's wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness! KT
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29 Oct 00 - 01:35 AM (#329584) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: wysiwyg Eeew, I'm downwind! *G* ~S~ |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:42 AM (#329586) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: bbelle May G-d be with you and bless you May you see your children's children May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings May you know nothing by happiness From this day forward Mick ... if your children have half your heart and compassion for others, they will do well in life. Love and Best Wishes to Elizabeth and Nathan ... aunt jen
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29 Oct 00 - 01:57 AM (#329591) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Peter Kasin Big Mick, I raise a glass to you and offer my congratulations to you and your family. Thank you for inviting us to share in this virtual reception. All the best! -chanteyranger |
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29 Oct 00 - 05:00 AM (#329647) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: alison Good luck to you both........ I refuse to drink vile black stuff.... but I'll toast you with something not so disgusting.... let's get this dancing started.... slainte alison |
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29 Oct 00 - 05:14 AM (#329651) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Quincy Elizabeth & Nathan, May you have the Patience of Job The Wisdom of Solomon, And the Children of Israel! Like the fella with the wheelbarrow....it's all in front of you now! Mine's only a diet coke so I'll drive youse all home... Very best wishes and many congratulations...Yvonne |
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29 Oct 00 - 07:47 AM (#329678) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Mary in Kentucky IRISH BLESSINGS
May the road rise to greet you,
May God grant you many years to live,
May you be in heaven half an hour
May God be with you and bless you
Walls for the wind
May those that love us, love us.
May your pockets be heavy and your heart be light
May you live all the days of your life, and |
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29 Oct 00 - 07:51 AM (#329683) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Blessings on the happy couple. And on the father-in-law as well! |
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29 Oct 00 - 09:11 AM (#329712) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Dave (the ancient mariner) Dear Mick: Thats what happens to daughters mate. They grow up marry some bastard you dont like and leave you. On a more serious note; Best Wishes to the Happy Couple, and a giant glass of Black Bushmills from me "to all hands" Thanks for the invite mate, I shaved and warshed just fer the occasion. I put me arm around you Mick, and give you a manly hug. A Toast to your family, which just got bigger. Yours, Aye. Dave |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:06 PM (#329761) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Peter T. You mean you have another wonderful daughter? Is there no end to this guy? Sheesh. (Congrats). yours, Peter T. |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:29 PM (#329773) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: MMario Congrats to the bride and groom, and their families! |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:48 PM (#329788) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: catspaw49 Dear Nate, Sorry to have to talk to you again so soon, but as you can see, its already started. Mary in Ky. has given you that classic "Irish Blessing" and as you can readily see the thing is somewhat dubious to say the least. I don't know what 'Socrates of Spuds' wrote it, but if you really read it, you have to wonder what kind of a blessing it actually is. Take the first line.........May the road rise up to meet you........Now what kind of thing is that to wish upon someone? The last time the road "rose up to meet me" I got a broken wrist and collarbone, bruised ribs, and some seriously scraped knees and elbows. Or take that line about May the sun shine upon your face or whatever. I would think that the Irish, being fair skinned would be aware of the dangers of skin cancer and wish you some sunblock instead. Also perhaps, some UV eye protection would be good. Or take the last line of that verse........May God hold you in the palm of His hand.......I guess the Irish equate God with Allstate Insurance or something. Beats me. Whatever, keep your premimiums up to date. Well Nate, I wish you luck. Fortunately you do get the privilege of sharing the life of a lovely and intelligent woman which is no small thing and tends to compensate for a lot...........even Mick. Spaw |
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29 Oct 00 - 01:59 PM (#329793) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: DougR Best wishes, Elizabeth and congratulations, Nathan! Nathan, if that father-in-law bugs you too much about the length of your hair, just remind him how lucky he is you aren't a Republican! DougR |
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29 Oct 00 - 02:54 PM (#329820) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Morticia Ooooh, I love weddings!Thank you Mick and congratulations to Elisabeth and Nathan.I've got my virtual hat on and washed my hands and face,lead me to the Guiness!If it's a proper Irish wedding there'll be at least one fight to look forward to as well. |
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29 Oct 00 - 07:25 PM (#329976) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: GUEST Big Mickstake, Nathan. Big Mickstake! First of all you're not only going to have to wash but you're going to have to get a job, join a union, go to church and vote Socialist. Second, you don't want the guy coming over to your house because he eats like a horse and drinks like a fish. You're going to have to work overtime to keep the fridge stocked with corn beef and Guinness. Third, you better take out some insurance because the guy is not going to take kindly to your wanderings and failings. Nate, they don't call him "Little Mick." The guy is B-I-G. Fourth, I hope you like eating sunfish because, if you ever lose your job and you have to count on Michael Mhor, you're going to be eating them 3 times a day as an incentive to find work. Fifth, take the phone off the hook before you go to bed because BM is likely to call you at 3AM when he downloads a nifty new song off the Mudcat and wants to get your reaction. Sixth, better start reading up on The Struggle because there's going to be a pop quiz on it everytime you run into the Man Mountain. Seventh, what do you mean you don't want Barry Finn as your Best Man? Eighth, what do you mean you don't want to get married in October and spend your honeymoon at Camp Ramblewood? Ninth, what do you mean you don't want to learn Irish bouzouki and play in the Conklin Ceili Band? Tenth, what do you mean you don't want children until later. Nathan, it's not too late to consider the seminary!
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29 Oct 00 - 07:33 PM (#329980) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Allan C. I am hoisting one here for the bride. ...another for the groom ...one more for you ...to your lovely wife ...and...Just how many are in the wedding party, anyway? |
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29 Oct 00 - 10:28 PM (#330110) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Art Thieme Mick, Congratulations to all !!! And if not winning any arguments from livin' with all the women did anything for you, keep in mind how those lessons prepared you to be a labor organizer in the nineties. Love, Art |
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29 Oct 00 - 10:40 PM (#330118) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: p.j. Dearest Father-of-the-Bride... Your little girl is very lucky to have found a second wonderful man in her life. All the best to Elizabeth, Nathan, and all the Little Micklets in their future. My love to Mary Lou and Ciara as well, and all best wishes from Dave by phone. pj |
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29 Oct 00 - 11:16 PM (#330151) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: JedMarum I'd like to add my (late) best wishes, Elizabeth and congratulations, Nathan! |
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29 Oct 00 - 11:43 PM (#330166) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: GUEST,Barry Finn Hi Mick, by now it's all said & done, my best wishes to you & your love ones, hope it was a hell of a time even if I wasn't Best Man. Could you explain one thing though, after growing up with you as the man about the house what ever possess her to get married to a man? She had to have grown up with ear plugs & blinders. You're an awful sight in the morning & the sounds you make at night I could swear you're catching horse flies with that nose of yours. I'm sure she must be an angel. LOL Barry |
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30 Oct 00 - 02:17 AM (#330206) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: wysiwyg (Oh... NOW I see why you hesitated! You were afraid the newer members would find out all the reasons why your're so adorable and so well respected here, and that you'd be drowning in PM propositions!!) It must have been the potato, is all I can figure. ~S~ |
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30 Oct 00 - 08:48 AM (#330275) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Willie-O This thread wouldn't load last time I tried...so I'm a little late but of course I wish all the best to Elizabeth, Nathan, and you and all yer wonderful family Mick mate. I hope you took another day off, but I bet you're out fighting the good fight some more already. Kind of a busy week, eh! Best |
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30 Oct 00 - 11:34 AM (#330371) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: dwditty #$@**&%^$!!!! It is totally out of character for me to miss the opportuinity to raise a glass...or two...or three. Hey, but better late than never. To Elizabeth & Nathan, all the best. You have been brought together to fulfill a special purpose. Trust in each other and in your love, and everything else will take care of itself. To Mick, blessings on you and all your family. I hope that one day I can return the kindess you have shown me. In the meantime, my best wishes to the entire clan. dw |
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30 Oct 00 - 06:10 PM (#330679) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: GUEST,Big Mick Yep, had to get back in the saddle right away this morning. 8 Days and counting and razor thin. Been at this a long time, was there when Jimmy Carter had the closest ever electoral win. But, this one is unbelievable. Must stay at it. Barry.....Bite me!!!....and I miss you, you gobshite......LOL. The wedding was wonderful, but I have forbidden any pictures or videos of me crying from being put on the web. I was standing there, at the back of the hall, when my little Lizzie walked up outside in her beautiful dress............the double doors opened, and there she was, beautiful, my little girl. I wish you all could have seen her when she was little. Blonde hair, round and cute face, a disposition so sweet that teachers in elementary school would vie to have her in their classes. All this passed through my mind as this beautiful young woman stood there in front of me. I remembered the first night I couldn't tuck her in after her mother and I separated. I cried that night too. The tears just flowed down my face as I took her arm and we walked up the aisle. There stood Nathan.........he reached his hand out. I remember not wanting to let her go......she is my little Lizzie, but she looked at him with such love, and I knew that it was time. And so I joined their hands, cried and sat down. And five minutes later I had to rise to sing a song for them. Hardest song I have ever sang, but we got it done. I have printed out this thread and given it to them. Thanks for all of your good thoughts and best wishes. And I hope you enjoyed the party, I certainly did. Here's to the kids............... Mick |
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30 Oct 00 - 06:14 PM (#330685) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Morticia Oh no, now I've sobbed all down my best frock!Mick, I wish you and your 'children' much joy.I'm not even nearly ready for this yet but, when it happens, I hope I can be as great hearted and selfless as you. |
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30 Oct 00 - 06:18 PM (#330692) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: wysiwyg Mick, you have a special PM in your box. I'll try to fling it into e-mail, since it seems you aren't cookie'd. If you don't get it-- imagine it, and yep!! That's just what it said! ~Susan |
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31 Oct 00 - 07:01 AM (#331039) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: balladeer I'll bet the wedding was lovely, Mick. Did everyone have a good time? |
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31 Oct 00 - 04:35 PM (#331373) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Hollowfox I just found out! Love, blessings, hugs, and congratulations all around! |
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31 Oct 00 - 04:56 PM (#331389) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Kim C Aw, Mick, thanks a LOT for making me cry! But Congratulizations to all of you! Is there any vile black stuff left? :) |
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01 Nov 00 - 03:39 AM (#331751) Subject: RE: Wedding invite from Big Mick From: Big Mick Nary a drop! |