George N. M. Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Charles, if you are looking for a chunk of soapstone try asking stome counter places about drops. I was once in a stone yard and telling the woman working there about the stories you could read in the stone and she was so intrigued that when I asked about drops she gave me some Carrera marble ovals from cutting out sinks in exchange for the information and entertainment I had given her. I'm still worrying about Thomas and his diagnosis and prognosis. He's #1 on my prayer list right now. "By hammer and hand all arts do stand." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Just now, George N. M. said: Carrera marble I used to live in one of the marble producing areas of Vermont; there were a LOT of people there with the last name Carrera, descended from folks brought over from Italy to work in the quarries and carving sheds. I say all of this to distract me from worrying about Thomas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWISTEDWILLOW Posted November 23, 2022 Author Share Posted November 23, 2022 Just south of me about 30 minutes tucked off in the hills is a little town called marble city, ain’t much there but a school, a post office, a really old bank an a convenience store, they have been commercially quarrying marble outside the town since the late 1800s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 Soapstone was quarried just north of me on Soapstone Rd Which turns into Buffalo Mine Rd. Which turns into Limestone Rd. . . and so on for 100+ miles. Not many interesting stories that I know though. Yeah, hard not to think of then say a prayer for Thomas and get anything done. G'night all. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anvil Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 I just saw this! You are in my thoughts and just remember, this is not a good time to give up the hammer. Lets hear you ring it soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J.Lampert Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 good to hear that Thomas is perking up (though I would have loved that estate sale) Looking forward to him coming back to the group soon M.J.Lampert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWISTEDWILLOW Posted November 25, 2022 Author Share Posted November 25, 2022 Just got off the phone with Thomas, i wanted to make sure he was doin good on thanksgiving, he said he got to eat turkey and gravy, and that he’s had a good batch of visitors today! no eta on discharge yet but he said he wants to share a picture of a railroad track across his head when he gets back! he also told me that he’s watched a lot of TV since he’s been in and he doesn’t approve of modern preschool children’s programs, Thomas quote: “ I’ve seen better looking septic tanks” over all he sounded alright and in good spirits! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 That's funny. The first time I talked to him he was kind of excited about getting to watch politics on TV. I suggested he needed to get out watch more TV and gain some perspective. I can't comment on children's programming and what is being taught. Thomas is right. It's good to hear he got a bunch of visitors and turkey dinner. I'm going to toast him with a glass of white zinfandel at dinner tonight. Thanks for keeping in touch with him Billy. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 I'll lift a dram of my best single malt scotch to toast his recovery with you Frosty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 Wait until Thomas find out that wasnt really preschool programming but was CNN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anvil Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 lol, how true! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 I got to talk with Thomas around 7:45 this evening. He is still in good spirits, although he hasn't heard from his surgeon yet. We both thought that was a little odd. He said it may take torches & pitch forks to get some information. They have an alarm on his bed and if he tries to get up by himself, the room becomes flooded with staff to help him. He said he is going to have his daughter the Vet bring a staple remover to take out the incision staples so he can save them to do a pattern Damascus out of them. I told him some of his minions are helping Jo Ann around the place and he was happy about that. All in all we had a good talk even though my wife says I just grunt when on the phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacLeod Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Sending best wishes from the Outer Hebrides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom Noblitt y Gonzalez Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 To business first.... As with all things when there is great advancement there can be set backs. Last night / early this morning Thomas was transferred back to the hospital. When I was updated, they were planning to do more scans. Good news is the hospital was basically across the street so the response was quick. All chatter about release dates has been paused. For lighter topics ... Chimney has been swept, some pathways have been cleared and the minions made progress on the house. We hope to return soon and continue working while the master and mistress are out of striking range. Although the mix of hammers, Viking combs, and other 'Tools' of their trade keep us mindful of only doing what is in 'THEIR' best interest. No corners cut here. I will try to get some more information out as I get it or as I can find ways to write it. Thom - Student of Thomas - May his hammer always strike true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Thank you for the update, Thom. Prayers sent, and fingers crossed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles R. Stevens Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Knee bent, anvil rung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Thank you for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jeff Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Sorry to hear he had to go back, will keep him in prayer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Thanks for everything Thom. Next time you talk to Thomas tell him that is no way to get off my prayer list. Let him wonder what I'm praying for, maybe amuse him a little. Give my brother Thomas my love and best. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom Noblitt y Gonzalez Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 A little more blunt, so please be warned, and I will do my best not to rant and rave about stuff or go off topic. To my understanding, Thomas was Diagnosed with Stage 4 Brain Cancer. At this point his life span can be in months or less. While some experimental procedures were discussed they would require him to undergo procedures and/or treatments that would keep him away from his family, home, and shop. It would also set him up to be immune compromised, with his age, diabetic status and other existing conditions.... He is a man about the quality not length of life. So the family has discussed and will most likely NOT go down that road. (Per my earlier post) Yesterday he started acting unusual again and he was sent to a hospital for evaluation. I just got off the phone with Jo Ann and ,well, the situation is dire. He is on standby in the emergency to be air lifted to the operating hospital. Where he might undergo a second procedure, as early as tomorrow. One of his daughters is with him and I think the others are waiting in the wings either at hospital A or B. There was concern it could be a brain bleed now it might be the tumor was not fully removed and/or has returned. It is as it always is, in the Lords' hands. We will wait and see. In lighter topics - I was told he had a very nice Thanksgiving with both daughters there. His mother made the trip up and has been staying in town, so they have all gotten to have some lovely family time around the holiday even if it was short and not the full dinner spread, they were used to. Thom - Student of Thomas - May his forge always burn clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Thank you for the update. Obviously, not news that any of us would want to hear, especially about a man of such intelligence, wit, generosity of spirit, and humor. Please convey to him my love and best wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Thank you for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gewoon ik Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Thanks for the update, althou it is bad news. Good luck thomas, i will ring my anvil for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George N. M. Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 What John said. If Thomas has to leave us I pray that his departure will be easy and gracious. George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Thom Noblitt y Gonzalez said: It is as it always is, in the Lords' hands Absolutely, I still believe in miracles though, sometimes it is not what we want. I am glad that I got to talk with Thomas the other day. Now it's off to the Celtic garden to ring the anvil and pray. Thank you for keeping us in the loop Thom. Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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