BS: Christmas message from Big Mick

25 Dec 00 - 09:43 AM (#363067)
Subject: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Big Mick

It's morning, little Ciara has happily opened her presents, and I have a quiet minute before taking off to make the rounds of family and friends. I have been absent, mentally and cyberly, from the Internet in general, and the Mudcat specifically a bit lately. Not sure why...........I think it has to do with letdown after a very tough year, ..........and with friend Darla's worsening condition.........she probably won't see spring............but anyway, I have felt the need to spend time on the hill with a low D whistle, and more time in the land of the living. But as I sit here I realize that the friends I have here in our little village are as good as any I have anywhere. I monitor the forums pretty steadily, and contribute where it really hits me. I will be back in a regular way soon, just need to rest and regain the passion. Know that, at what is a blessed time of the year for me, you are all in my thoughts, and I feel a special love for this place and you, my friends, who inhabit it. May that which you find holy bless you.

Max, I want to send a special message of love and friendship to you. You are an old soul in a wonderful young man. I have found in you a wise and a true friend. You have created a wonderful thing that has a life of its own. I know that this is a burden,.........and I am sure that at times you must wonder why you ever started it.........I know that it must cause you stress because so many people around the world now "live" here, and as it becomes harder to maintain you are faced with pressure to keep it going. No matter how it goes, my gift to you is undying gratitude, and kinship. Love ya, buddy. Always will.

And Anam Cara, yk.

Mick

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25 Dec 00 - 09:47 AM (#363070)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Dave (the ancient mariner)

Compliments Of The Season Big Mick. Kind words from a kind soul. You and yours enjoy this day mate. Yours, Aye. Dave

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25 Dec 00 - 10:01 AM (#363077)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Jeri

Mick, you aren't really alone out on that hill. I love you, my friend. My wish for you is that you'll feel a bit of the love others have for you, and not be knocked on your ass when it happens.

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25 Dec 00 - 10:23 AM (#363080)
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From: Rick Fielding

Well now, a wee Christmas message from Big Mick. That's another present in itself. All the best and have a great day.

Rick and Heather

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25 Dec 00 - 10:25 AM (#363081)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: JedMarum

Nice thoughts, Mick. My best to you and yours, a prayer for comfort and peace for your friend, Darla, and dittos re your comments to Max. It's a great time for those moments on the hil (with a low D whistle) - may you get many this Christmas season!

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25 Dec 00 - 10:26 AM (#363082)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: McGrath of Harlow

I don't know how it is, but Mick seems to put it into words for the rest of us. For me anyway.

Anyway, thank you MIck; and thank you Max as well.

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25 Dec 00 - 10:33 AM (#363086)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: catspaw49

It has been a tough year for so many of us in so many ways. Mick my friend, it is a fine message and I hope that 2001 brings better for all of us. There'll be tough times I'm sure, but remember the power of this wonderful village to support and nourish each other is often beyond belief.

Much love to your family from mine and a joyous holiday season to you all.

Spaw

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25 Dec 00 - 11:27 AM (#363111)
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From: Bill D

*standing in a shadow, betraying just a bit of Scots envy at the eloquence of the Irish, Mick...but nodding and feeling the power of those words....and the replies*

'tis an amazing place we have here...a family in almost all senses, with all the pains and joys and silliness...I think maybe this place sometimes is my low "D" whistle....

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25 Dec 00 - 11:35 AM (#363113)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: DonMeixner

I hope there will be peace and friendship among us all in this coming year. Merry Christmas to you Mick. And to us all.

Don

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25 Dec 00 - 11:38 AM (#363116)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Alice

Love to you and your family, Mick, and to Max, Dick, Susan, Joe Offer and clones, and all who are here at Mudcat.

Peace be with you.

Alice

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25 Dec 00 - 02:35 PM (#363178)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Roger in Sheffield

Just wondering if Darla wouldn't like to share your playing Mick, plenty of time for playing alone later
Is it a real hill you are speaking of? if so is there a view and whats it like?
Best Wishes.....Roger

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25 Dec 00 - 03:08 PM (#363189)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: GUEST,Art Thieme

Mick, It's the old crowd that's responding to you here now it seems. Many of us seem to be here less for whatever reason. Just know we're lurking more too---- and enjoying it selectively -- and contributing when I've got what is wanted. That instead of getting bent out of shape like I used to did when things folk gave way to BS and newer non-trad-folk. But it's so good to hear from you. One of these days we'll actually meet face to face. Did I send you the poem I put down last night? If not, I will. It may relate to where you're at these days.

I've been having a terible time trying to jump-start my cookie again. Whatever I try, it ain't good enough. Joe or Max, please come to my aid. Sorry I'm so cyber inept. Am tired of being Edgar A. GUEST !

Here's to a fine New Year for us all.

Art

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25 Dec 00 - 03:22 PM (#363196)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Amos

Mick, and Max, and Spaw, and Art, and Jen, and MM and LEJ, and all you Great Catters:

As another erstwhile enthusiast who has tempered my time on this wonderful place, a withdrawal I count as a triumph of self-discipline, let me chime in:

You are each and everyone of you miraculous fine minds, hearts and souls in the great orchestral masterpiece of the world. I count among my blessings having the pleasure of crossing time and place with you here. Thanks for the depth and the joy and the intensity and the pure-dee cussed ALIVENESS you constantly bring forth and freely offer.

May another wonderful year treat you even better, bring you challenges and the howling joy of meeting them successfully, bring you words that touch you and notes that elevate you and prosperity that enables you to flourish in the world, hot-souled and truth-breathing, doing well away and beyond your greatest hopes.

With warmest affection,

Amos

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25 Dec 00 - 05:54 PM (#363240)
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From: SINSULL

Merry Christmas, Mick. Thank you all and especially Max for letting me share in the past year.
Mary

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25 Dec 00 - 06:04 PM (#363247)
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From: CarolC

All the best to you and yours Big Mick. I hope you will have a better time this coming year so that more of us will have a chance to get to know you as others have.

My message to Max is on the Mudcat Christmas Party 2000 thread.

Carol

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25 Dec 00 - 07:48 PM (#363281)
Subject: Attn: Art Thieme
From: Jeri

Art, see if this post in the Help Forum helps. If not, you can e-mail me, and I'll try my best.

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25 Dec 00 - 08:38 PM (#363294)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Peter Kasin

A beautiful message, Mick. I hope to meet you and your family someday.

All the best,

-chanteyranger

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25 Dec 00 - 08:44 PM (#363295)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Sorcha

Thank you, Mick. I seem to have spent a lot of time on a hill too this year.....Joy to you and yours.

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25 Dec 00 - 10:53 PM (#363322)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: alison

you know that was a lovely message Mick,

love to you and your family.. and hope to see you again soon.......... meet you on the hill with my harp *grin* (Roger it is a real place... )

love

alison

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25 Dec 00 - 11:01 PM (#363325)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: paddymac

Amen to all, and to all a Good Night!

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25 Dec 00 - 11:13 PM (#363334)
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From: katlaughing

Beautiful, Mick, and the rest of you. Thanks to all.

luvyakat

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26 Dec 00 - 12:03 AM (#363348)
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From: Troll

Mick. Carry it on, brother. Carry it on.

troll

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26 Dec 00 - 03:20 AM (#363406)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Kernow John

Mick
Take your time on the hill my friend.
The gift of so much of your time and love for others has taken it's toll.
Feel sure that it is returned and brighter days will come.
Baz

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26 Dec 00 - 05:57 AM (#363421)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Banjer

Merry Christmas and thanks for a beautiful message, Mick. Sad to hear of the situation, but as Roger in Sheffield pointed out, now is the time to build on the memories. Take care my friend, and remember the Mudcat community is always with you.

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26 Dec 00 - 06:56 AM (#363424)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)

I've missed your words and wisdom, dear Mick. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas gift. May your days go gently this coming new year, and if you are able to grace us with your presence, that will indeed be a gift!

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26 Dec 00 - 07:24 AM (#363433)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Little Neophyte

You are such a loving person Big Mick with a heart of gold.
Thinking of you with much love,
Bonnie

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26 Dec 00 - 07:30 AM (#363435)
Subject: RE: BS: Christmas message from Big Mick
From: Liam's Brother

Wish you all the best for 2001, Mick. This was a tough year.

Dan

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