We Love You

[patrickhallahan]

Hey there, forum, long time no talk.....what better time than now.

It has been one emotional week, no?  The ups and downs of this forum have mirrored much of my own.  It's not easy coming home from such a positive tour to learn that your dear friend is being taken to the emergency room.  And when you start thinking about how amazingly well he performed those last few shows, and how sick he actually was, you can only help but think of what a trooper this guy is.  Hell, Tom was in pretty much the same boat a couple of times this tour....I have no idea how he pulled it off, but he delivered...trooper (those of you in Portland, Maine know what I'm talking about).  The point of all this is simple:  WE LOVE YOU, and we take this band very seriously.  

These cancellations are a result of a very sick Jim, and a very serious doctor's order.  We wanted very much to play for all of you these next few months (especially you NYE show-goers and hopefully understanding Europeans :-[), and SINCERELY apologize for any expenses or planning/travelling inconveniences this has caused.  If I win the lottery tomorrow, you all will be reimbursed.  We'll come mow your lawns, babysit while you go enjoy some OTHER band, take your pets for walks, do your taxes, take your exams....WHATEVER.  We're sorry.  

Right now we have to put the band on pause and allow Jim to fully recover. For the time being, I ask you to be kind to each-other.  I realize that situations such as these bring an array of emotions to the table, but please don't let this forum stray from what it's always been.  You all are wonderful people, and we would be nothing without you.  Exchange ideas, make friends, and most importantly, celebrate music.

Alright, that about covers it for now.  Thank you all for what you've given us throughout the years....we are forever grateful.

Sincerely,

Patrick Hallahan

[Specialist]

thanks for giving us an update Patrick...and since you mentioned it, i have this Physics final coming up in a week... :)

just kidding.

get well soon Jim!

[cmccubbin25]

that's awesome...that right there shows how much these guys care about the fans!  thanks patrick!

get well Jim!

[October]

patrick - we love you guys. send jim the forum's best.

thanks for an amazing tour. boston kicked ass.

[Dee.]

Thank you, Patrick.  We love you.  

[johnbky]

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[wellfleet]

conaway... i see you changed your name so is this a CON? or did pat really take the time to write this for you to post? i'm a little confused... if these are your sentiments using the pat nom de plume, that's cool. if that's pat writing in, that's super cool. i love the jacket. they're the tina freakin' turner of rock!

[SMc55]

conaway... i see you changed your name so is this a CON? or did pat really take the time to write this for you to post? i'm a little confused... if these are your sentiments using the pat nom de plume, that's cool. if that's pat writing in, that's super cool. i love the jacket. they're the tina freakin' turner of rock!

Hey wellfleet. connjohnway is Patrick's username on the board.

Thanks for that Patrick. Please give Jim and Tommy my best. I hope you other guys enjoy a rest, too.

[Tore]

Thanks! We'll surive here in europe... (as long as you come back later....  :D)

[Easy Morning Rebel]

Thanks! We'll surive here in europe... (as long as you come back later....  :D)

Seconded! :)

[ben grimm]

Seconded! :)

Thirdededed

[nkdgunner]

Hey Patrick, you're da shit....thanks for your post

ps If you and any of the other boys are free the second or third weekend of January, and going to be in the Chicago area, you're all more than welcome to my CHICAGO BEARS' playoff party.  :D
Actually, that goes to anyone else on the board.

[JacketGal]

Thanks for taking the time to write! We wish you all well and congratulate you on an AMAZING fall tour. You guys are the real deal!

And well wishes to Jim, it sucks that he's so ill! Sending him good vibes for a speedy recovery and hope he's resting!

Cheers!!

[Cleveland]

oh peter,

you're what the spanish call "el terrible"

[primushead]

Hellooooooooooo Cleveland!!!

Hello Peter!

[wellfleet]

thanks doctor! i didn't know dat...
aaawwww... as if I couldn't love the jacket more!

thanks patrick and band for caring so much about your big fans. i was lucky enough to see you in dallas, hyperbole aside, best show of my life...

if you're ever in need of a beer or six in fort smith, arkansas, it's on me!

[cleveland]

or should i say... "Herro Creeve-rand?

[midwesterner]

that is a great note from Patrick!

GET WELL JIM!

[fatboy]

Patrick is the shit, Carl is the shit, Tommy is the shit, Bo is the shit, Jim is the shit, MY MORNING JACKET IS THE SHIT...

My Morning Jacket for PRESIDENT by committee!!!

All would be RIGHT with this country...

GET WELL PRESIDENT JAMES and here's to the greatest year ever for MMJ!

No not 2005 you silly people, 2006 !!!!

LONG LIVE MMJ

-DK

[dragonboy]

Wow! Thanks very much for the heartfelt post Patrick.
Enjoy the rest whilst Jim gets better & then PLEASE come to Japan  ;)