James Blast

16 Jun 2005, 09:18

What's the latest with the big man anyway?

16 Jun 2005, 09:55

Yeah keep us posted.

Barman Blast is one of the good guysâ„¢

Andrew S · 16 Jun 2005, 17:38

Just back from seeing him today. He's feeling much better and was wondering how much Heartland feedback he'd be getting. Unfortunately I forgot to take him a print out of this thread as I intended but I'll be seeing him again at the weekend so I will then. The infection is clearing up but not as quickly as they hoped so they're keeping him in for a bit longer to be on the safe side. He should be in till at least next week, so if anyone wants to send him a card or anything, the address is:
J M Gallagher , Ward 11, The Southern General Hospital, 1345 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4TF. Why I didn't think of posting the address in the first place I don't know.

timsinister · 16 Jun 2005, 19:50

Genius.

Johnny M · 16 Jun 2005, 20:03

Thanks Andrew. I was beginning to wonder whether waiting for news of JMG was gonna be running close parallels to waiting for news of a Sisters album.

boudicca · 17 Jun 2005, 12:43

Oh lordy, he's in the Sufferin' General!

When I was there (in March, when I passed out at college for absolutely no reason and found myself being hit with a hammer by a recent med school graduate with no bedside manner whatsoever

), I seem to recall nasty peeling paint, a horrible smell of boak covered up with disinfectant and it being far too hot.

I don't envy you Jimbo!

eastmidswhizzkid · 18 Jun 2005, 02:52

*hoping this makes the print-out*

all the best Blasters and get well soon.

gonna catch you up at this rate (only 5,000,000 or so to go!)

Andrew S · 18 Jun 2005, 03:01

boudicca wrote:Oh lordy, he's in the Sufferin' General!

When I was there (in March, when I passed out at college for absolutely no reason and found myself being hit with a hammer by a recent med school graduate with no bedside manner whatsoever ), I seem to recall nasty peeling paint, a horrible smell of boak covered up with disinfectant and it being far too hot.

It seems OK actually, although on my first visit, there was a smell of raw sewage just as I was going into the building. I'm sure it had absolutely nothing to do with James being at the lavatory at the time. At least I hope it didn't for the sake of everyone else there! I wasn't impressed with the menu - pureed overcooked veg and chips - and for "special diets" they had "fortified chocolate mousse", whatever that is.

boudicca · 18 Jun 2005, 11:33

Andrew S wrote:they had "fortified chocolate mousse", whatever that is.

Pop into the off-licence before you visit him and I'm sure James will be able to "fortify" his food himself!

Brideoffrankenstein · 18 Jun 2005, 13:42

Andrew S wrote: "fortified chocolate mousse", whatever that is

I would bet that it has got extra vitamins etc in it to help ill people get better

James Blast · 18 Jun 2005, 15:44

BLAST IN PAROLE SHOCK!

Hi all!

I'm not quite back in flesh but I have been allowed home for a few hours this hot Saturday afternoon.
I'm really knocked out by all your good wishes, probably more than you know (does a Gwyneth Paltroe, sob, weep, etc)
Seems I caught a very nasty infection in the lower abdominal area and was operated on, just in time. I got up, showered and dressed yesterday for the first time in 10 days.
It feels really strange being home. I feel like a visitor.
The nurses and docs are all top people and I am being well looked after.
They will review the situation on Monday, with a view to a (fingers crossed) release next week.

I'm still not Firing on all six (name the Welsh rockers who released an album called that) but your posts have been the best medicine so far.

thank you, one and all
James xxx

PS. Yes, the food is s**t!

Brideoffrankenstein · 18 Jun 2005, 15:46

James Blast wrote:and was operated on, just in time

glad you're in one piece James

hallucienate · 18 Jun 2005, 15:46

good to see you're getting better

lazarus corporation · 18 Jun 2005, 15:49

Welcome back. We've kept your seat for you - but it is your round.

DerekR · 18 Jun 2005, 16:04

Good to see you're on the mend bro!

boudicca · 18 Jun 2005, 16:11

Glad to see you back in the land of the living, James!

Take it easy.

Claire

sisxbeforedawn · 18 Jun 2005, 17:41

Glad you're up and about

all the best and take it easy

christophe · 18 Jun 2005, 17:56

James Blast wrote:PS. Yes, the food is s**t!

bring/send the poor man some better food people!

Francis · 18 Jun 2005, 18:14

Good to see you almost back James. I would steer clear of that curry house in future, if I were you.

18 Jun 2005, 19:38

It brought a smile to my face to see that you were back and about (albeit briefly). I hope that you will be back to full strength soon.

Martin

Just some snippets from previous posts:

Andrew S wrote:It seems OK actually, although on my first visit, there was a smell of raw sewage just as I was going into the building. I'm sure it had absolutely nothing to do with James being at the lavatory at the time.

and

James Blast wrote:Seems I caught a very nasty infection in the lower abdominal area and was operated on, just in time.

Johnny M · 18 Jun 2005, 21:24

James Blast wrote: I'm still not Firing on all six (name the Welsh rockers who released an album called that)

Lone Star, James.

" ...this somewhat eclectic melodic rock band with a strong progressive slant mixing the sounds of Mott The Hoople, Bad Company, Nantucket(remember them?!) and Foreigner."

See, someone is nearly as old as you.

You take care my friend.

pikkrong · 18 Jun 2005, 22:08

Was good to read your own post, Mr Blast

eastmidswhizzkid · 19 Jun 2005, 10:20

sounds nasty,James.glad you're (nearly)alright.

emilystrange · 19 Jun 2005, 11:27

if i send you some kisses, you can put them on your lower abdomen yourself..

timsinister · 19 Jun 2005, 13:06

Heh, I'm not even going to dare follow that one without some kind of body armour...

Take it easy on the tum, Mr. Blast. Glad to have you posting again.