Posted by blamethebanjo on Tuesday, March 3, 2009
It has been a while since I wrote anything on here but I have something to share with you all. I wish it was better news but as friends of mine I thought you deserve to know this. I have mersa. That is the super-bug that you might have heard about on the news.
My daughter works in health care and was exposed to it. With my weak immune system it jumped on me fast. I am in isolation and that is the hardest part.
I won't go in to any details other than to say it is serious. Most of all I want to say thank you all for being my friends these short years. Everyone who wrote to encourage me, commented on a song and read my blogs and best yet was my friend. Thanks.
However long the Lord decides to keep me here I will keep you informed as to my condition. I sure do appreciate you my banjo buddies. Playing the banjo has been a bright spot in my life. I have to go for now.
Love, Darrell.
23 comments on “A New Journey”
Jane C Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @2:23:45 AM
You're not alone on the Hangout Darrell. Sending you all best wishes for a fast recovery sweetheart. x
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @2:35:23 AM
Thanks Jane. This is a tough situation. Friends keep me going. Family too of course but right now nobody can come near me.
fisher Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @4:17:21 AM
Hey Darrell, I'm prayin for ya buddy. We've been friends a while now ,and I always enjoy your colorful descriptions in your writing.
Be strong,get well
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @4:37:24 AM
Yep, Fisher we go back a way alright. You are among the wonderful friends I have been blessed to find.
Banjoist Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @6:00:57 AM
Hey Darrell,
Though I don't know you at all - first of all - get well! Modern medicine is fantastic!
I want you to kno that yours is the first blog that I have read since I found the Hangout this week and have joined-up...when I saw 'Blame the Banjo' I had to read your blog!
Even tho it wasn't what I expected to find - I wish u all the best - and I truly hope for a speedy recovery!
I have never thought about my life in your terms before - I always say that much of what I have to be thankful for - friends, fun, great music - emanated from my banjo playing...it led me down a different path...that has been excellent! I now thank you for a different schtick or take on the same notion - from now on, I BLAME THE BANJO!
Take care my banjo-playing compadre! tc.
inniepie Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @7:29:05 AM
I am thinking about you, Darrell
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @9:14:47 AM
Hi Tom, You will find that this is a wonderful place full of caring people who become very close over time. Welcome and God bless you.
Thanks innie. You are a little sweetheart.
dpete210 Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @11:49:41 AM
Get well soon! Sending up prayers for recovery and return to good health!
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @12:30:52 PM
Much thanks to all of you. My heart is touched.
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @12:32:54 PM
Wednsday I go for tests to see if the infection is in my heart. I Pray that it isn't.
u k sandra Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @1:12:10 PM
I hope the Lord deceides to let you stay with us for a long time. I look forward to your blogs and I`d miss them and you a lot. Take care.
Nancy Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @1:18:22 PM
Hang in there. Miracles do happen, and may a Miracle touch you for good health.
GSCarson Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @1:42:27 PM
Hang in there Darrell and keep the faith. I'll be lifting you up.
Glenn
Barbie_ Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @1:47:03 PM
Get well soon Darrell!!! I'll say a prayer for you. What's your MySpace address??
barbie
dustyelmer Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @4:11:40 PM
You're in my thoughts Darrell.
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @4:50:30 PM
God love you, Barbie and DustyElmer. I know I do.
teebee Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @5:03:37 PM
Darrell, God be with you. We had a lady friend that had mersa and literally almost lost her as., but she has survived to play again. Hope to hear you do as well. We need your smile. "Townsend"
beeliner Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @5:50:36 PM
Darrel, I sure hope you get better soon. I'll be praying for you.
Revis
kcjc69 Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @6:29:27 PM
My Friend, I know you draw strength from your faith. I will add mine in prayer that you and your family will be seen through this chapter in your fantastic book of life.
blamethebanjo Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @10:21:19 PM
Thanks you all. If I lose my left hand my playing days will be over I guess. I am hoping for the best.
joemac Says:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009 @11:34:52 PM
This is sad news my friend, i have just read your blog and feel totaly helpless other than to pray for you and let you know i, and all the guys here from the UK on hangout are sending our very best hopes and wishes, i know you will rise to the occation mate, keep fighting, just keep fighting....Joe
blamethebanjo Says:
Thursday, March 5, 2009 @1:55:38 AM
You all are the best.
blamethebanjo Says:
Thursday, March 5, 2009 @6:40:08 AM
Wow, if you have seen my latest blog entry you know that yesterday the large area above my left hand was alive and working. I don't want to be graphic but I can see that it is dead! This was potentially a real big problem. Can you believe it?? Dang, I love you all.
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