The Ka-Tet Cantina

[BethicaJ]

Hoping all keep safe and sound through this cold dark time.

[Spideyman]

Good Wednesday to all. Thought it might be easier today-- not so.
Please be safe from this arctic cold that is consuming so much of the USA. I hear over the pond is experiencing nasty weather too.
Herbal tea in hand, off to bean bag central. All are welcome to join, sit by the fireplace and savor good memories and share stories.

[Out of Order]

We had our first below zero morning here in my part of New Hampshire. The coffee is on and I've made too much as usual.........

Bring your mug!!

And I hope everyone is finding their own way during this difficult time for so many on this wonderful message board.

Peace and stay warm!!!

[gniknehpets]

Good morning all. Hard to log on this morning with no John listed as on line. Move over Spidey, I want the bean bag too.:down:

[cat in a bag]

I am going to settle in for the day again. I had a very restless night. I am having a very hard time with knowing John is gone, even though I know he must be so happy to be with his beautiful Anne again, and he is in no pain--no pain! He can play his guitar again. That makes my heart glad! But it is also broken and hurt. I am just so thankful to be here with all of you, where we can grieve together and hold each other up. I love you all.

[blunthead]

Good Tuesday to all and welcome back. Was anyone else confused as to what was the day of the week? They all seemed to blend together this weekend. Hope 2012 is treating everyone well. Cold snap for FL. Today is supposed to only be 47F in my parts and 20's tonight. Brrrrrr.
May this new year bring only good to everyone. Hot herbal tea and off to bean bag central. All are welcome to join. We can catch up on the happenings of the past few days.

Welcome Back, MsMod. Hope Santa was extra good to you. Stay warm!!Yeah, most of Monday I thought it was Tuesday and sometimes Monday, then DeathStalker informed me it was actually Sunday and sometimes Monday. I'd gone to the post office expecting to mail something and it was closed. I thought it was Tuesday but I knew it was the 2nd.

I think I'm okay now because it's neither Monday nor Tuesday, but Wednesday... Right?

Please forgive my presumption but I believe the SKMB must expect to experience an appropriate healing process, sometimes known as the Grieving Process. We have suffered a major loss (though Heaven's gain); we will be in real pain for a while. I believe we need one another now as much as if not more than ever.

I believe some may become a bit irritable (me), though I haven't witnessed that yet, some will be temporarily absent, and some will go todash. I just think it's wise to be prepared.

I also believe the SKMB will survive. John wants that more than anything, don't you all agree? I just don't believe we can expect ever to be quite the same. There's value in a scar which demands we never forget. I think for all of us John is a memory we delight in.

Grieving process

[Connie Reader]

My heart is heavy and the day is cold. fitting for my mood. *warms hands on hot cocoa mug*

[DeathStalker]

Good morning all. Hard to log on this morning with no John listed as on line. Move over Spidey, I want the bean bag too.:down:
Seeing JD's name everywhere in purple, instead of Uber Member it reads Eternal Members and his online status displays JohnDalglish is Offline (no matter how many times I put my cursor over it, it displays the same) - it's like Srbo posted, it just doesn't seem real. When will I wake up?

[Becks19]

I think I'll pull up a bean bag next to Gniknehpets and Spidey. It's bitterly cold and gray here too, quite fitting. No, today isn't an easy day. Wrapping you all in hugs.

[king family fan]

Will we ever wake up or will we always choose to miss our beloved John? We will always have the beautiful memories of us kind heart and the dedication he had here as a member. How lucky we all our for knowing him. and all the knowledge he shared with each of us is a treasure.

[Jojo87]

Good Wednesday to all!!

My work day wasn't very good today. And I think I know what cause it. Been thinking of John the whole day and can't still believe he's gone. But tried to do my work as best as I could. What makes me most sad is that he remembered he's best friends birthday every year. And I still remember when he said few years back to me on my birthday May your days be long up on this earth!! Think he said this to many others too. This cross my mind and wanted to share this with you.

Forecast says a bad storm for us again. It's blow already outside but not very hard so will hope we survive the worst storm as last time. And we got much snow here few days ago and more came today. So it's really winter now. Hope the temp will stay around 1C to -2C as it is now. I don't want have any -20C Brrrrrr.............

Stay safe from heat cold and storm. Be well and take care!!

Long days and Pleasant Nights!!

[randallFlaggfan1]

Hi, everyone-

I'm trying, I'm really trying not to let John's passing get me down too much, but that isn't happening right now. I am really struggling, as are most-if not all-of you. Please keep me in your daily thoughts and prayers. I don't handle death well at all (but who the heck does, anyway?) I never ever expected to be affected so much by someone I never got to meet in real life. Grieving for an online friend shouldn't feel this horrible... but it does..
John wouldn't want us to be sad, and he'd definitely want us to come together like the family that we are, to help one another, and to keep the MB alive!



I can't really wish everyone a wonderful day like I normally would, but let's all try our hardest to make it as good as possible!!


("All things serve the Beam")

[J.T. Adams]

Hi, everyone-

I'm trying, I'm really trying not to let John's passing get me down too much, but that isn't happening right now. I am really struggling, as are most-if not all-of you. Please keep me in your daily thoughts and prayers. I don't handle death well at all (but who the heck does, anyway?) I never ever expected to be affected so much by someone I never got to meet in real life. Grieving for an online friend shouldn't feel this horrible... but it does..
John wouldn't want us to be sad, and he'd definitely want us to come together like the family that we are, to help one another, and to keep the MB alive!



I can't really wish everyone a wonderful day like I normally would, but let's all try our hardest to make it as good as possible!!


("All things serve the Beam")

It must be a ka-incidence . . .

For I just sent you a PM that said some of the exact same things you just said in that post.

Things wont be the same, but I believe John would want this place to go on, to thrive!

For John, for Sai King, for each other . . .

[randallFlaggfan1]

For I just sent you a PM that said some of the exact same things you just said in that post.


Great minds think alike, BK!


("All things serve the Beam")

[LadyPain]

A high school friend of my husband's was murdered back east yesterday. It made the papers. I know he hasn't seen her for years, but he might have been friends on facebook. Maybe send him a bump of calm. He's feeling a little off today.

[Spideyman]

For those who remember...............John was one who loved the idea of us bringing our critters to the Cantina. Who could forget Fernando the llama and his playmate. The deliveries of the alfalfa hay. Cowboy's horse. So, in honor of John, I place the sign in the Cantina window................................


Buckwheat and Pyro are in the House !!!!

[SusanNorton]

For those who remember...............John was one who loved the idea of us bringing our critters to the Cantina. Who could forget Fernando the llama and his playmate. The deliveries of the alfalfa hay. Cowboy's horse. So, in honor of John, I place the sign in the Cantina window................................


Buckwheat and Pyro are in the House !!!!


And so life goes on....

[LadyPain]

What a week. Tonight I found out that the 20-yr old son of someone I've known for years committed suicide on New Year's Day. His life went all wrong for him, but I remember when he was adopted as a baby. I remember watching him grow up for years. Hell, he lived a block and a half away from me for years. Now he's dead, too, and I cried at work.

This is not a good week.

*hides off in a corner for a while with a box of Kleenex*

[Moderator]

(((LP)))

[SharonC]

On the same day we learned about our John, I found out the husband of a dear friend of mine had passed away at the age of 57. Seems like a lousy week for a lot of us.

[gniknehpets]

More kleenex please. Can't sit here long, a few minutes to recharge will have to do today. Take care all.

[Srbo]

I`m afraid to even peek into this thread.
Soooooooooooooo many posts from John here...

((((( Lady Pain))))

And the head and heartache won`t go away....

[Grrl]

Just stopping in for a quick cuppa, and to give my love to you all.

((((((Lady Pain)))))))
((((((The Ka-Tet))))))

[kingricefan]

Hi All. I want to wish everyone a good day, we all have heavy hearts right now. I'm sending out positive vibes to All, wish we could all be together for one great big group hug. Definately not a good week for alot of us so far. May we all at least be able to have a somewhat good day, cherish what we have and be thankful for that, and remember those who are not among us now. Sounds cheesy, but it likes the song says: Love the one you're with, love the one you're with. Be nice to each other and those you will encounter today. Be cool.

[cat in a bag]

Hubby just came home early, he burned his eyes yesterday welding. So gonna go give him some TLC.

Sending much love and big hugs.

((((The Ka-Tet))))

[kingricefan]

Hubby just came home early, he burned his eyes yesterday welding. So gonna go give him some TLC.

Sending much love and big hugs.

((((The Ka-Tet))))

But, if you're sending us those big hugs just what exactly are you giving your husband.............:wink2:

[kingricefan]

Hi All. Let's all send big hugs to Ms Mod as she is having to deal with all of our posts about John while dealing with her own grief at losing our friend. Marsha, you're absolutely the BEST and that comes from the bottom (and top) of my heart. Thank you for all that you do, have done and will continue to do (until that dreaded day-for us, anyway-when you hang out that sign that says RETIRED!). Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[Becks19]

Hubby just came home early, he burned his eyes yesterday welding. So gonna go give him some TLC.

Sending much love and big hugs.

((((The Ka-Tet))))

Tina, Sending healing vibes to you and hubby. May he get well soon.

[Jojo87]

Hope all have a good day!!

Mind work day was better today. Still think of John.
Okay I said before Christmas I wish we got some snow and now when we finally got some I wish most of it would melt. It has snow the whole day again and I don't like it at all. To much is to much. Guess I have some snow work to do tomorrow again.
I hope all stay safe from storm, cold and heat!!
Send hugs to the Ka-tet!! Please take good care.

[randallFlaggfan1]

Hi, everyone!

(((LadyPain)))
(((Sharon)))

I'm doing slightly better today. I hope every one of you are, too.:)

Ms. Mod- I cannot even imagine how hard we're making your job this week. It must be incredibly difficult because you have to sift through and read every single post. To do that, you have to be a far stronger person than all of us. I certainly couldn't ever do it! I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you've done, and will continue to do for us this week, and the weeks to come.

I also want to thank everyone else, for your compassion and support. You know who you are.
I really don't know where I'd be without you. Talking about our loss helps a lot.


Enjoy your day.


("All things serve the Beam")

[J.T. Adams]

Ms. Mod- I cannot even imagine how hard we're making your job this week. It must be incredibly difficult because you have to sift through and read every single post. To do that, you have to be a far stronger person than all of us. I certainly couldn't ever do it! I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you've done, and will continue to do for us this week, and the weeks to come.


I say Ditto and thankya, I have noticed Ms M's efforts as well.

[Patricia A]

(((((Everyone)))))

[Terry B]

Just started reading 11/22/63 a week ago or so and am having trouble reading it. It's not the book. I'm loving the book. It's just how my mind wanders to John and how much I (we) miss him. Everything SK related right now has John stamped all over it. I know my husband is having trouble understanding how I can feel so close to someone I never met. I openly wept when Marew passed and I openly wept when Cat lost her granddaughter and I openly wept when I first saw Jake's message and then read Sunny's message when John passed. I tell my hubby it's because we've all become a family and we feel deep grief when a family member dies. Between real family and SK family we've lost 8 family members in the last 2 years. Please God, no more. Thanks for letting me vent!

[tower-obsession]

(((((((LadyPain)))))))
(((((((The Ka-tet)))))))

[Tery]

Dropping in to raise a wee dram of The Macallan to our dear John. And then to everyone else we've lost here. Blessed Be!

[Spideyman]

Good Friday to all. It has been a very long week in many ways. First , tonight at your whatever 8PM, remember to raise a glass to John and shout out "CHEERS". Then, let us all take the weekend to rest as we can, gather ourselves, hug family members( your critters too ) and be thankful for all that is given to us in life.
MsMod, thank you for being there for us all week. Please take time for yourself this weekend. We need you.
Herbal tea in hand, and off to bean bag central. All are welcome to join..................
I send you love and green lights and wish you a safe and good weekend.

[Out of Order]

Some snow last night over the land makes for a pretty picture for those of us to see it, but at the same time lends a hushed quiet for one to share with your own thoughts about recent events here and elsewhere. Hope everyone has as good a weekend as you can make and I will raise a toast tonight at 8!!

CHEEERS!!!

[Becks19]

14391 This was taken by my youngest daughter. I find it such a beautiful serene picture that I wanted to share it with all of you. Sending you all, my thoughts, love, and prayers.

[Moderator]

That's a beautiful pic, Mookie. Your daughter has a good eye for composition.

[Srbo]

Thank you Spidey for those words.
It`s been a week that may never end.
Not for me, anyway.
Thank you Marsha, for all of it. How this all is for you..I cant even imagine. At least you have seen the man face to face...

Well, may I get a pint of cider then, like John did before?
Never had one before, I think I should try one...

Love and green lights.

[ConstantReader1973]

14391 This was taken by my youngest daughter. I find it such a beautiful serene picture that I wanted to share it with all of you. Sending you all, my thoughts, love, and prayers.

Wow! Gorgeous pic! And it gave me chill bumps. Your daughter is very talented!

[J.T. Adams]

(((((Our Ka-tet)))))

[Becks19]

That's a beautiful pic, Mookie. Your daughter has a good eye for composition.

Thank you. Perhaps, I have a future photographer on my hands.:smile2:

[blunthead]

Hi All. Let's all send big hugs to Ms Mod as she is having to deal with all of our posts about John while dealing with her own grief at losing our friend. Marsha, you're absolutely the BEST and that comes from the bottom (and top) of my heart. Thank you for all that you do, have done and will continue to do (until that dreaded day-for us, anyway-when you hang out that sign that says RETIRED!). Thank you, thank you, thank you.Yes, indeed. It's gotta be a tough enough job without having to do it with a broken heart. :love::love::love::love: to Mod.

(Reminder: The R word is a no no :zip: ).

[blunthead]

Dropping in to raise a wee dram of The Macallan to our dear John. And then to everyone else we've lost here. Blessed Be!That's not a dram. :cool2:

[cat in a bag]

Beautiful picture, Mookie.

I will have a pint of cider as well, Srbo.

I send much love and big hugs to all.

((((The Ka-Tet))))

[J.T. Adams]

I use to drop off a pint of Cider for John every now and then, Srbo . . .

I humbly drop one off for you too, as well.

(((((Srbo)))))

[Srbo]

I use to drop off a pint of Cider for John every now and then, Srbo . . .

I humbly drop one off for you too, as well.

(((((Srbo)))))

I know you did, BK.
Thank you so ever much.

[Becks19]

Thank you all. I am glad I could share it with all of you.:love: ( was a little iffy on how to upload it:eek2:)

[J.T. Adams]

I know you did, BK.
Thank you so ever much.

God, now you just made me cry . . .

Things will work out . . . they will . . .

[Srbo]

Tomorrow is Orthodox Christmas, my friends. That is my Christmas.
The dates don`t really matter, the way of celebrating does.

We have all been mourning John`s death.
It`s gonna be hard celebrating life in the midst of death, but...isn`t that what we always do, anyway?
From the moment we are born, while living, we are all dying, at the same time.

God does work in mysterious ways.

I wish you all well.

[Srbo]

God, now you just made me cry . . .

Things will work out . . . they will . . .

Don`t man, don`t cry.

Congrats on becoming a Prolific Member.
In, I think, record time since I`m on this board. :)

[J.T. Adams]

Thankee big big for that, Srbo, and in light of everything folks are going through, I hope i've not just said a whole lot of nothing.

I tell God thankya, everyone.

[Grrl]

I'll have a pint of cider as well.

(((((((Everybody))))))

[kingricefan]

Tomorrow is Orthodox Christmas, my friends. That is my Christmas.
The dates don`t really matter, the way of celebrating does.

We have all been mourning John`s death.
It`s gonna be hard celebrating life in the midst of death, but...isn`t that what we always do, anyway?
From the moment we are born, while living, we are all dying, at the same time.

God does work in mysterious ways.

I wish you all well.

Srbo, look to your wife and child for the comfort and love that they can give to you. You have much, much to be thankful for. Try to see the man that they hold within their eyes and their hearts. They need you to be strong for them, they will give you the strength that you need. You have your own ka-tet with them. Honor that while you are at worship. Be strong, friend. Be cool!

[kingricefan]

Tomorrow is Orthodox Christmas, my friends. That is my Christmas.
The dates don`t really matter, the way of celebrating does.

We have all been mourning John`s death.
It`s gonna be hard celebrating life in the midst of death, but...isn`t that what we always do, anyway?
From the moment we are born, while living, we are all dying, at the same time.

God does work in mysterious ways.

I wish you all well.

Srbo, look to your wife and child for the comfort and love that they can give to you. You have much, much to be thankful for. Try to see the man that they hold within their eyes and their hearts. They need you to be strong for them, they will give you the strenght that you need. You have your own ka-tet with them. Honor that while you are at worship. Be strong, friend. Be cool!

[Srbo]

Thanks for telling me that TWICE, KR Fan. :)

[Moderator]

The Board has been acting up today--lots of duplicate posts. Have caught most of them but obviously missed that one. :smile2:

[randallFlaggfan1]

Hi, good Friday, everyone!

May you all be well. Relax this weekend, remembering to take that time out for yourselves.:)
That's very important.


Mookie- thank you for sharing your daughter's photo. It is very beautiful! I think it provides the serenity, beauty, and peace of mind we all need right now. Your daughter is quite talented, BTW!


Have a great weekend, my friends!!


("All things serve the Beam")

[flwrchld]

The Board has been acting up today--lots of duplicate posts. Have caught most of them but obviously missed that one. :smile2:

It's acted ugly to me twice today. Both times I had written a reply and hit the "post" button and it asked if I wanted to leave the page (without posting) and I clicked no, stay on this page. I hit the "post" button again and it took. Strangeness :oo:

[Becks19]

Mookie- thank you for sharing your daughter's photo. It is very beautiful! I think it provides the serenity, beauty, and peace of mind we all need right now. Your daughter is quite talented, BTW!


Dustin, Thank you for your kind words. It is a beautiful picture, taken by an extremely precocious 9 year old.:smile2:

[mstay]

It's acted ugly to me twice today. Both times I had written a reply and hit the "post" button and it asked if I wanted to leave the page (without posting) and I clicked no, stay on this page. I hit the "post" button again and it took. Strangeness :oo:

It did that to me too. I thought it was just my stupid computer.

[ConstantReader1973]

Dustin, Thank you for your kind words. It is a beautiful picture, taken by an extremely precocious 9 year old.:smile2:

Wow, she may have some serious talent brewing there! That's amazing!

[Becks19]

Wow, she may have some serious talent brewing there! That's amazing!

She has had a lot of practice. She took 153 pictures the first day she got the camera for Christmas!! She has been photographing literally everything!! I'll let her know how much everyone liked her picture....she will be overjoyed.

[randallFlaggfan1]

Dustin, Thank you for your kind words. It is a beautiful picture, taken by an extremely precocious 9 year old.

You are very welcome, Mookie.

I'm just amazed that a 9-year-old took this stunning photo!


("All things serve the Beam")

[Jojo87]

Hope all have a safe and wonderful weekend.
Please be well and take care my friends!!

[gniknehpets]

Mookie that picture gave me goosebumps too! The more I stared at it the more I smiled and smiled. It's like she captured joy. Could we have a new angel playing tricks with the board today?This thread has gotten way too big, so it will have to continue in a new place: The New Ka-Tet Cantina.

-- Jordan