+badger Posted September 16, 2006 Posted September 16, 2006 Is there any update on how Billy is doing?
+dysdera Posted September 22, 2006 Posted September 22, 2006 Same here, I keep looking but nothing..... I think we would all like to know???
+stora Posted September 22, 2006 Posted September 22, 2006 I too was thinking of billy while placing some caches today.
+Firth of Forth Posted September 22, 2006 Author Posted September 22, 2006 Sorry - I haven't heard anything further.
+Firth of Forth Posted September 22, 2006 Author Posted September 22, 2006 (edited) Here are a couple of nice photos of BT As part of Team Tongue (Billy Twigger, Pooter, Highland Nick and Firth of Forth) at the 3rd annual Scottish Cache Bash on the far North coast at Talmine. It was a very wet soggy, but highly enjoyable day. Here he (and Nick) are pointng out a geological feature. And later at the pub: Edited September 22, 2006 by Firth of Forth
+Teuchters Posted September 23, 2006 Posted September 23, 2006 Here he (and Nick) are pointing out a geological feature. And I just thought it was a rock with a cache under it!!
+Kacky Posted September 23, 2006 Posted September 23, 2006 Thank you for sharing those pictures. I know it must be hard work for BT and his family to stay strong every day.
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted September 24, 2006 Posted September 24, 2006 Keep strong Ewan, still hoping and praying for a good recovery.
+bones1 Posted September 24, 2006 Posted September 24, 2006 we had heard of his exploits from a friend,pat,jeff. sali and george the corgis,we are all rooting for you
+Firth of Forth Posted September 25, 2006 Author Posted September 25, 2006 (edited) A bit more of an update: In the last few days Ewan has started to breath by himself for some of the time and his kidneys have also started to work again. They are hoping that he may be able to transfer from ICU to a spinal injuries unit soon. His family are visiting him 2 or 3 times a day and this must be taking its toll. His wife knows that a lot of people are thinking about them and she wanted me to let you know how Ewan is getting on. Edited September 26, 2006 by Firth of Forth
+Seasider Posted September 25, 2006 Posted September 25, 2006 Very sad and tragic news indeed. Like many I have never met Ewan but am well aware of his excellent Bute caches and have seen his name in the log book of caches the length and breadth of the country many times. The improvement in his condition is very encouraging and I pray for a full recovery.
+Bill D (wwh) Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 FOF, thanks for the updates. At least it doesn't look quite so bad now as it did at first. Hopefully there's a chance that he'll make a pretty good recovery, or even pray God a full one.
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 Many thanks for keeping us updated Firth. Is there a hospital address we might send cards with good wishes to? I have only had email contact with Ewan before, but having been in a similar position myself (some 16 years ago now), I know how messages from friends and wellwishers can lift the spirits at such times.
+thunderbird30 Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 May I pass on my best wishes to BT and his family from all of us here at thunderbird30.... I've only met him a few times,but I'd love to meet him a few more!
+Firth of Forth Posted September 26, 2006 Author Posted September 26, 2006 Is there a hospital address we might send cards with good wishes to? Email sent to you.
+Firth of Forth Posted October 16, 2006 Author Posted October 16, 2006 The latest news about Ewan's progress from his wife: Ewan has improved quite a bit since the last report. He's breathing on his own more and more each day and his renal function is also improving. There is hope that he will transfer to a spinal injuries unit, which can provide very good care and rehabilitation.
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted October 16, 2006 Posted October 16, 2006 Many thanks for the update FOF, it's good to hear there is progress in the right direction. Keep strong Ewan, it's a long road, but you'll get there; just think of it as one of those rather long multi stage caches
+scaw Posted October 16, 2006 Posted October 16, 2006 thanks for keeping us updated................... hope the good progress continues
+J33P KN Posted October 30, 2006 Posted October 30, 2006 Good to hear of some improvement in Mr.BT's health, hopefully it'll continue that way. I've been enjoying a few of his caches recently on Bute. TFTC's . Ken Macdougall. J33P KN.
+Kacky Posted November 1, 2006 Posted November 1, 2006 Is anyone planning a fundraiser to help with expenses? I would like to contribute.
+Firth of Forth Posted November 1, 2006 Author Posted November 1, 2006 (edited) Lorna, Ewan's wife, asked me to pass on the latest news... Ewan is now in the Spinal Unit at the Southern General Hospital in Glasgow. He is still quite unwell, but he can breath on his own and can speak to his family. Edited November 1, 2006 by Firth of Forth
+Write and Mane Posted November 1, 2006 Posted November 1, 2006 Have been watching this Post, hoping for news. Thanks for the update, Ewan and his family are in our thoughts.
+G Force Posted November 2, 2006 Posted November 2, 2006 Thanks for the update. We'll continue to keep Ewan in our thoughts and hope and pray for continued improvement.
+Kacky Posted November 2, 2006 Posted November 2, 2006 (edited) Is anyone planning a fundraiser to help with expenses? I would like to contribute. Thanks to all who emailed about this. I was not paying attention. In the US, when someone gets hurt, their friends and family must swing into fundraising mode because even if they have bought insurance, many things are not covered. So I am happy the BT is free to concentrate on recovery, as difficult as it will be. This will be a full time job for the whole family, and not one they applied for! Edited November 2, 2006 by Kacky
+kbootb Posted November 3, 2006 Posted November 3, 2006 Thanks for the update. Busy times have kept me away from caching as much as I would like, and only dip into the forum about once a week. When I saw that this thread had worked it's way to the top I opened it with some trepidation. But the news does seem more positive than negative - thank goodness. All I can do is offer my best wishes and keep this thread alive to ensure that the people that count know we are still thinking of him. Hopefully another piece of positive news will bring the thread to the top again.
+Bill D (wwh) Posted November 3, 2006 Posted November 3, 2006 Thanks for the update, FoF. It does sound now as if it might not be as bad as it looked at first - let's hope Ewan is on the way to recovery.
+Dorsetgal & GeoDog Posted November 3, 2006 Posted November 3, 2006 Thanks for the update FoF. Hang in there Ewan, we're all hoping and praying your recovery continues positively.
+studlyone Posted November 3, 2006 Posted November 3, 2006 I can't believe I missed this thread. As awfull as it started out it is good to hear that Ewan is making progress. I just hope that he continues to improve and is back in the game in the near future. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and all of his familly and close friends. Keep on fighting. Ian
+CrazyDruid + Redhead Posted November 5, 2006 Posted November 5, 2006 We are holding a Raffle/Auction to raise funds for the people who helped Ewan. SEE THIS POST
+ghiribizzo Posted November 5, 2006 Posted November 5, 2006 As PMed, will root out some geo-useful items inc TB tags.
+Firth of Forth Posted November 10, 2006 Author Posted November 10, 2006 Ewan will be wheelchair bound after his injuiries but his wife says that his personality is intact. Anyone who knows Ewan knows that he has a wonderful personality, so this is really good news.
+The Wombles Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 This is very encouraging news and delighted to hear that the most important part of of Billy is making good progress. No doubt there is still a long way to go but this is a fantastic step.
+Laughalot Posted November 10, 2006 Posted November 10, 2006 It is really good to have an update and to hear that little by little there is progress. Long may it continue. All best wishes to BT and all the family and friends that are supporting them. Take care Laughalot
+lordelph Posted November 11, 2006 Posted November 11, 2006 I've never met Billy but as we share a common pasttime I've been following his progress and wish him and his family well. But! Any chance of a new thread, like "Billy's Road to Recovery" - everytime I see "Very sad news" bubble to the top I view the new post with dread....
+NickandAliandEliza Posted November 11, 2006 Posted November 11, 2006 Any chance of a new thread, like "Billy's Road to Recovery" - everytime I see "Very sad news" bubble to the top I view the new post with dread.... Good idea.
+Firth of Forth Posted November 11, 2006 Author Posted November 11, 2006 Can I ask a moderator to close this thread? I will start a new one as suggested.
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