Hello all,
Though he has not been active on this board and has had
differences with some here I thought people might like to
know that Thom Larson of the Whistle Shop suffered a
serious heart attack a week ago and had quadruple
by-pass surgery. He is now still in the hospital but hopes
to be released soon. Whether or not he checks the
board I'm sure many here wish him a full and speedy
recovery. I certainly do. Thought some here might
like to know.
Best,
Kelhorn Mike
Thom Larson - Best Wishes for a speedy recovery!
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Absolutely, yes. Best to Thom.
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Hi Mike, thanks for letting us know.
Thom has done incredible things for whistling globally with his Whistle Shop. It's not often evident how much goes into this - and the rewards are seldom monetary. Such a labor of love is truly astonishing when you consider the amount of trailblazing he's done. Following along in my own small way is hard enough - I'm in awe.
Get well soon Thom!
Regards and respect
Mitch
Thom has done incredible things for whistling globally with his Whistle Shop. It's not often evident how much goes into this - and the rewards are seldom monetary. Such a labor of love is truly astonishing when you consider the amount of trailblazing he's done. Following along in my own small way is hard enough - I'm in awe.
Get well soon Thom!
Regards and respect
Mitch
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A Message from Thom Larson
Hello all!
I haven't contributed to the C&F for quite a while, I don't even know how long! Anyway, I play in Bloomsday with Thom Larson. I told Thom about all of the wonderful posts on the message board. He hasn't been able to make it to his computer to check out the postings you have all made, but hopes to very soon. Thom asked if I would make a post for him to express his appreciation for all of your prayers and kind wishes. I am sure he will make a post himself in the next few days.
He came home from the hospital on Friday, February 2nd. After having been in for about 10 days. He is doing well, although very sore and tired. When I saw him on Sunday, he had his whistle out, playing a tune. Everyday he is getting better and he should be up and about in no time.
Please continue to keep Thom in your thoughts and prayers. Your kind words mean a lot.
All the best,
Kevin
I haven't contributed to the C&F for quite a while, I don't even know how long! Anyway, I play in Bloomsday with Thom Larson. I told Thom about all of the wonderful posts on the message board. He hasn't been able to make it to his computer to check out the postings you have all made, but hopes to very soon. Thom asked if I would make a post for him to express his appreciation for all of your prayers and kind wishes. I am sure he will make a post himself in the next few days.
He came home from the hospital on Friday, February 2nd. After having been in for about 10 days. He is doing well, although very sore and tired. When I saw him on Sunday, he had his whistle out, playing a tune. Everyday he is getting better and he should be up and about in no time.
Please continue to keep Thom in your thoughts and prayers. Your kind words mean a lot.
All the best,
Kevin
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Re: A Message from Thom Larson
I truly wish Thom a quick and complete recovery. It's amazing what they can do nowadays.
tunemarshall, If you feel that it is appropriate and if he is up to it, please let him know about the trouble that folks have been having with his store. That issue is (as far as I know) still unresolved. I don't mean to be tacky or thoughtless, but he should know about this so that he may, if he chooses, restore his credibility with the C&Fers.tunemarshall wrote:Hello all!
I haven't contributed to the C&F for quite a while, I don't even know how long! Anyway, I play in Bloomsday with Thom Larson. I told Thom about all of the wonderful posts on the message board. He hasn't been able to make it to his computer to check out the postings you have all made, but hopes to very soon. Thom asked if I would make a post for him to express his appreciation for all of your prayers and kind wishes. I am sure he will make a post himself in the next few days.
He came home from the hospital on Friday, February 2nd. After having been in for about 10 days. He is doing well, although very sore and tired. When I saw him on Sunday, he had his whistle out, playing a tune. Everyday he is getting better and he should be up and about in no time.
Please continue to keep Thom in your thoughts and prayers. Your kind words mean a lot.
All the best,
Kevin
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