Our Dad...

[H2O Man]

To those on The Democratic Underground:

We think that many of the people on this forum know our father, "H2O Man." This is the political site he likes the best. So we want to share some information with you about Dad.

For the past month, we’ve known that he has some serious health issues. But he is a stubborn sort - not possessing the insight to practice the same level of care for himself, that he does for others.

This weekend, it hit a crisis point. While preparing for family friends to come over in the evening to watch a championship boxing match, he began to take on a gray, sweat-soaked appearance. He refused to cooperate with Mom’s and my efforts to get him to the Emergency Room. Finally, my brother Darren picked him up and carried him to his jeep.

To make a long story medium length, it turned out that his abdominal wall had a rather long and wide rip, and his intestines had wrapped about his stomach. From the ER, he was taken via ambulance to a fine hospital that specializes in such things. Mom and Darren said that Dad did his comedy routine right up until they put him under for the surgery. The operation was successful - and his predictions for the fight were right on the money.

When he returns to our home, his doctors have ordered him to do nothing for six weeks. For this reason, we would politely request your kind assistance. Mom would hope that people on The Democratic Underground will help keep "H2O Man" pre-occupied with entertaining himself on The Democratic Underground. Can you help?

In keeping with his unique ability to wax and wane poetically and politically, I must paraphrase Albert Murray, the Tuskagee scholar, and say that Dad and DU are the long heirs and continuators of the most indigenous mythic prefiguration of the most fundamental existential assumptions which underlie the human preposition we recognize as the Declaration of Independence, perhaps especially being highlighted by the Emancipation Proclamation (not to mention the Gettysburg Address, both of which Dad is convinced are fully needed today), all of which is further particularized in the Bill of Rights in that Constitution that our Father, who art in recovery from painful surgery, so often talks about.

We would appreciate your help with this. He really does listen to people on this site, even if he comes across as a stubborn, opinionated grumpy old man. We like that he finds this site an inspiration for the countless letters and phone calls he makes, to politicians and newspaper editors. If anyone here wants us to pass a message on to him, we’d be happy to do so.

"Keep fighting ‘the Good Fight!’"

Corey, on behalf of the Sons & Daughters of "H2O Man"

[Peacetrain]

1. Cory... You know we will keep him busy ..

Thank God you got him to the hospital!.. He and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

[ret5hd]

2. Best of thoughts, H20 Man

[sharp_stick]

3. H2O Man is one of my favorites

to follow around here, grumpy stubborn and opinionated are part of the package. Thank you for the update and thanks for making sure he got to the ER, sounds a lot like my Dad.

I think he'll be kept busy.

[TwilightGardener]

4. Good Lord, that sounds painful. I wish your dad a speedy recovery.

[redqueen]

5. Hello H2O Man... hope you're feeling better soon.

And thank your son Darren for me, would you?

Take care...



Oops... and thank you Corey. :)

[bigtree]

6. very best wishes for your dad and family, Corey

Thanks for keeping us informed

[Lars39]

7. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery, H2O Man.

And Corey, your dad is one of my favorite grumpy old men. :hug:

PS...and judging from your eloquent post, you need to be posting here, too. :)

[derby378]

8. All my best to H2O Man

And now, for his viewing enjoyment, the continuing rivalry between H2O and Gatorade:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Um0tEvQ5gVM

[supernova]

9. Hey, lots of us are "kept busy" by DU

for far less serious reasons... *thinking* No, I really didn't want to do laundry today, all those Sarah Palin threads in GD are just soooo darn, fascinatin' :"

:rofl:

In all seriousness, wishing your dad a speedy recovey and we'll do our best to tie up his time.

:patriot:

[Luminous Animal]

10. It would be a pleasure to keep H2O Man occupied

during his recovery.

H2O man, I'm glad the surgery turned out well and I a sending my good thoughts for a speedy recovery.

[Arugula Latte]

11. Get well, H20 Man!

Oh, and you should listen to your family more and stop being so stubborn about your health! :P

[blm]

12. Best thoughts to you all. Waterman is very much loved and his posts appreciated by many of us.

.

[Beetwasher]

13. We Got Your Back And Your Father's Back, He Is Much Loved Here

Best to you and your family and we will do our best to keep one of our favorite members occupied during his recovery!

[depakid]

173. Try to feed him well!

Even if there are some dietary restrictions.

[EFerrari]

14. Corey, you still have three minutes to edit your post!

:yoiks:

Tell my friend to get well because I miss his good humored wise commentary. :hi:

[countingbluecars]

15. Thanks for letting us know about your dad.

His postings here are always an inspiration to me. I have learned quite a bit of history from reading his essays.

Sending positive thoughts for a speedy recovery H2O Man!

[Stephanie]

16. Please give him my best wishes for a speedy recovery!

And we stand willing and ready to entertain him while he gets well. He is a considered a national treasure here at DU. And it appears you kids are following in his footsteps with the wit and charm! So nice to meet you and give your Dad my best. --Stephanie

[Cerridwen]

17. I'm in.

Thank you for letting us know. Thanks especially for the intervention that got him the care he needed.

My best to you and yours and your dad.

[corkhead]

18. I hope the lack of civil discourse at times on DU of late isn't what tied his stomach in knots.

I always look forward to H2O Man's thoughtful posts, and anticipate more as he recuperates.
Get Well Soon H2O Man!

[tekisui]

19. Thank you for the report. H2O Man is one of the best DUers.

I never skip his posts, and have never had a disagreement with him. I wish for his comfort and speedy recovery.

Hey, H2O Man, listen to your kids and your wife. They are looking out for you! We need you strong and healthy, it is going to be a long fight the next four years.:hi: :yourock: :fistbump:

[BoneDaddy]

20. A quick recovery H2O man

Peace

[blogslut]

21. We'll keep him occupied. We promise.

Healing thoughts go out for you, Mr. Waterman.

[Stephanie]

22. A get well gift from me to your Dad

First pitch, Tokyo:


Please tell him it's from me. xxS

[myrna minx]

23. He is beloved here, so we will be happy to keep him engaged.

Oh my goodness - your family has had quite a fright, I'm sure. I wish H20 man a speedy recovery. :grouphug:

[Greyhound]

24. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

We've clashed a couple of times but your dad is always willing to teach and to learn.
:thumbsup::grouphug:

[Subdivisions]

25. Wow. Having no idea that dear H20 Man was ill, I am

relieved to hear that he is OK. All my best to your family and my wish for the Water Man's speedy recovery!

[mopinko]

26. somehow the thought of his brother having to carry him to the car does not

even surprise me!
we will be glad to help him stay out of trouble, but on one condition-
that he tries, at least for the next 6 weeks, TO LISTEN TO HIS WIFE!!!!!!!!

speedy recovery h2o, dear friend.

[tandot]

27. I hope our son will turn out to be as great as H2O Man's kids are :)

Get well quickly, H2O Man. :hi:

[tavalon]

310. As an aside, you're child is gorgeous

I spent 17 years as a labor and delivery nurse and the last 3 as a NICU nurse so I know gorgeous baby, and yours is.

[tandot]

343. Thanks, Tavalon!

Our Connor spent 2 weeks in the NICU because he was born early and was only 3.5 lbs. Besides having to put on some weight and having to learn how to eat, he had no other problems. We loved our NICU nurses and are still thankful for taking such good care of him.

I think he has dad's genes - I wasn't a very cute baby :)

[tavalon]

345. I kind of thought he might have

Tres Cute!

[malaise]

28. I'll do what I can to keep him

here. :grouphug:

[OneGrassRoot]

47. I already have a project request for H2O Man....

Is that inappropriate to ask so soon? LOL

I'm trying to research AARP as it relates to the HCR bill. I don't know if it's okay to tell my mom, "trust AARP's myth versus fact" section or not given their potential vested interest via their own insurance plan offered as a Medigap policy.

All this Medicare stuff is VERY new to me.

I'm mentioning here in case this is the type of thing our dear H2O Man might want to dive into for the clueless such as myself. The seniors are being scared to death but I don't know one truly reliable resource to use to provide reassurance. If AARP is that resource -- even if not perfect -- that's cool. I'll go with them.

:)

More hugs to H2O Man and family!!!

:grouphug:

[TicketyBoo]

168. I've been dealing with Medicare for a long time.

I've been on Medicare for over 10 years, and I'm not scared. We need to extend Medicare for everyone.

Medigap policies differ from state to state, and AARP's plan is not the best one for me. Her specific situation will determine what Medigap and Part D (prescription) policy is the best for her, but I don't believe (can't guarantee 100%, since the bill isn't the final version) that the HCR bill, at least as it exists now, is nothing for Medicare beneficiaries to fear. If Medicare could get a handle on the fraud (very big "if"), we could provide Medicare For All and not raise anybody's taxes.

[livetohike]

29. Heal well H20 Man

and thank you Corey for posting this :hi:.

H20 Man: Hang in there, rest and heal well. There is much fighting to do yet!

[BanzaiBonnie]

30. Speedy Recovery

Owwwwww. Thanks for letting us know what's happening.

And for H20 Man:

Glad the family forced you to the hospital. Keep busy doing nothing for awhile.

[OneGrassRoot]

31. Your dad is a treasure.....

A treasure, a cornerstone...whatever you'd like to call a positive force, that's your dad. :)

As a group, we will certain do our part to aid in his speedy recovery.

Thank you, Corey. Please pass along a gentle hug from me!

:hug:

[Spazito]

32. My best wishes to your Dad for a speedy recovery!

and to H2O Man:

"Read, every day, something no one else is reading. Think, every day, something no one else is thinking. Do, every day, something no one else would be silly enough to do. It is bad for the mind to continually be part of unanimity." ~Christopher Morley

To me, this quote IS you. Your posts always contain passages from books I usually have not read, your posted thoughts on the real issues at hand broaden my thinking beyond where they had been before reading your posts. As to the "do every day, something no one else would be silly enough to do", well, I don't know for sure but, I suspect, this too would be attributable to you as well, lol.

Come "home" soon as we count on YOU to keep us on DU "entertained" and to prod us to think 'larger'.

[Name removed]

33. Deleted sub-thread

Sub-thread removed by moderator. Click here to review the message board rules.

[rucky]

34. Speedy Recovery, H20 Man!

We'll be here. Hope this wasn't a DU-induced ulcer!

[tularetom]

35. Take care of yourself H2O Man

All of us here at DU want you around for a long time.

[seemunkee]

36. Your father is a treasure here

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[Soylent Brice]

37. wow. H2O Man apparently has stong genes as well as an innate sense of humor and writing ability.

thank you for the update, and rest assured he will stay amused.

lol

to a speedy recovery!! :toast:

[bleever]

38. Best wishes to the beloved H2O Man,

who does so much to educate, enlighten, and enliven DU!

Please know that I am personally grateful to you, and anxiously await your return to DU.

[guitar man]

39. oh man

I'm so glad the operation was a success and my thoughts and prayers go out for a speedy recovery. I have always enjoyed reading what he posts.

:hug:

[dgibby]

40. Here's hoping for a complete and speedy recovery.

New rules for H2Oman:

Rule #1: listen to your docs.

Rule #2: listen to your family.

Consequences for not following rules # 1 & 2:

More surgery: You will have to go back to the OR to get a shoe removed from your posterior and this old Navy nurse will have to go with you to retrieve her shoe!

Seriously, please take care of yourself. We really need you here at DU. :hug:

Corey, thanks for letting us know about your dad. Please keep us posted.

[sellitman]

41. Looks like the apple didn't fall far from the tree.

Tell your Dad we all wish him a speedy recovery. He is one of our best.

[Emit]

42. Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way for a speedy recovery for your father, H2O Man

He is dear to us here and I wish him, and you and yours, well.

And thanks for posting on his behalf! :hi:

[SallyMander]

43. Big hugs to the whole H20 Man family!

I love reading your dad's posts -- please wish him a speedy recovery! :hug:

[grasswire]

44. who knew he was old?

I didn't until his family spilled the beans.

:-)

This OP is a reason to write down your passwords somewhere so family can alert DU in case of emergency.

H20, be well soon! Big turkey dinner awaits.

[Vinca]

45. Oh, no! Poor H2O Man.

We're happy to keep him occupied, but . . . can he laugh when he returns? Without literally splitting a gut? Wow! I've never heard of such an abdominal event. Hope he's feeling better.

[Hepburn]

46. H20....

...you know I love you...a ton.

Please, if you are bored, let me know and I will chat with you anytime you wish ~~ email, board or phone. And for the phone, I will call you so you don't have toll charges.

Get well soon ~~ and next time your wife and kids tell you something, listen, OK?

Hug upon hugs....:hug:

[JuniperLea]

61. That's a great idea!

Put me on that list too... a PM with a number is all it takes!

[havocmom]

48. Ya know, I have been ruminating on a recent post of his

In a reply to a Pitt OP thanking the admins for DU, your dad made a very important post regarding the need to "...re-focus on keeping up the quality of discussion...".
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=389&topic_id=6998966#7000895

He was spot on, but that shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone who reads him regularly.

Trying to think of him when I take the browser to DU these days. Trying to do less petty and more substantial DU reading. Trying not to get suckered into all the drama as that is giving in to the RW tactics of diversion, division, degradation.

This morning, I posted a trite, snarky reply to an OP on a certain attention seeking former beauty pageant participant. To atone for my weakness, I hunted up something of substance from one of the online papers I read which is not a widely used source here at DU. Posted something that may really have an impact on AZ politics and go wider to other states if the GOP pol's suggestion gathers momentum.

H2O Man brings good stuff to our little virtual coffee table. I want him well and strong again. If we need to tap dance a bit here to make him behave for your mom, count me in!

Why just before clicking link to this thread, I was considering a PM to him to ask if he could babysit my thread and kick it now and then when I am at work. My threads do not have the pow and power of his; they sink like rocks. But he has always been a kind mentor and helpful.

Maybe I will just PM him any tasty tidbits I find so he can do his waterman magic on the topics to do them justice if he finds them worthy. Important, and oft missed issues deserve good exposure. H2O Man is the best for the job. ALWAYS.

Please tell him ol havocmom sends healing energy for his complete and speedy recovery. He is a great force around here. He is a gentle reminder that we should try to be as good as we want the world to be. If I could have picked my own father, I would have picked one like him.

[tavalon]

311. People we've never met making a difference

For all the negatives in politics these days, I'm grateful for the amazing thing called the internet.

I know for sure if I had to be flat on my back for 6 weeks, this place would get a lions share of my time.

[librechik]

49. Good Lord, Paul, I knew you were tearing yourself up inside over the state of the US

But this is ridiculous!

I had to swallow my heart after reading the first 2-3 paragraphs of this message. How happy and relieved
I am to hear you are repaired and will get better. Take the advice of the "real doctors" as well as the tribal kind (if you are lucky enough to be near one besides yourself) and rest blissfully, dear H2OMan.

Time to take a break from the storm of political discourse and contemplate a teapot with not a hint of a tempest inside--just some nice healing tea. How blessed you are with offspring of such eloquence and courage. Rest and recuperate as quickly as your mind works. With all my best wishes to you and yours.

Debra

[MilesColtrane]

50. Heal up quickly H2O Man.

Or else, Skinner's going to send GrovelBot to your house to personally annoy the hell out of you.

[JanusAscending]

51. Give your Dad , my brother, a big HUG from me!!

Tell him he is in our thoughts, and prayers, and we will joyfully comply with your Mom's wishes!! Mend quickly H20 Man!! Love, JA

[maddezmom]

52. Speedy Recovery H2O Man!

:hug:

[NEOhiodemocrat]

53. Hope he is feeling better soon

I love to read his posts, so tell him to keep up the good work, I learn so much here on DU thanks to posters like H2O Man.

[santamargarita]

54. Speedy recovery H2O Man

:patriot:

[Cleita]

55. Oh, thanks for posting and letting us know the situation!

H2O man is one of the more important contributors to this board. Tell him to listen to the doctor so he can get better. We can't afford to lose him and his knowledge and opinion while this country is still in such a mess. It's people like him who keep the rest of us fired up to put the pressure on our elected officials to stop the rampant corruption in this country that they are often a part of.

[Bryn]

56. Speedy Recover!

:hug:

[msanthrope]

57. Can't wait 'til you are back H2O Man! n/t

[JuniperLea]

58. Your Dad is one of my all time favorite DUers!

He always reminds me of the stubborn, opinionated, grumpy old men in my family that we all love and hold dear.

Good for you and your family by taking that bull by the horns and forcing the issue. He taught you well:) That's exactly what he would have done if the shoe was on the other foot, right?

Stubborn folks like our H2O Man usually do quite well in these situations. Once reality smacks them in the face and there's no argument about there actually being an issue, the stubbornness can work in their favor. I'm counting on this being the situation here. I'm more inclined to send out the positive vibes to you and your family because I'm betting this guy is going to drive you all a little nuts... which is ultimately a very good sign!

But to H20 Man... dude... we need you. So many times you are the voice of reason here. When the rest of us get caught up in the emotions and wedges that divide us, you cut through the nonsense like a hot knife through butter. We can't do that alone. So please, follow the doctors' orders and don't argue with them, dammit!

:hug:

Be well, friend.

[sufrommich]

59. Glad everything went OK. Enjoy your down time. nt

[madinmaryland]

60. Thanks for the update, Corey. Best wished to your father on a speedy recovery!

[lunatica]

62. H2O Man do your doctors let you go dancing yet?

[joeybee12]

63. Get well soon!

If you do, I might even agree that i do have a "inner Yankee fan"!!!!

:grouphug:

[me b zola]

64. Get well soon, H2O Man

Of course that will entail listening to your loved ones and spending a couple of weeks chatting with us here. Your voice is needed here, so please take care of yourself. I'm sure your family doesn't want to do without you either, so by taking the time to mend well you will be pleasing many people by just lounging around--pretty easy assignment. :)


Thank you, Corey and all of the family of H2O Man for sharing with us what we can do to help. I wish your family all of the best.

[brer cat]

65. Oh, Jeeze...

The average IQ of DU posters just hit a critical low! Take care of yourself, H2O Man, and get back here before this place turns into an endless loop of Sarah and Carrie.

:grouphug:

[JonLP24]

66. Get well soon n/t

[immoderate]

67. Ready to pounce...

H2O also really likes the Voting Rights Act.

Personal note: H2O was one of the first people I got into an argument with in the very early days of DU. The subject was spirituality. I mean, who knew? :shrug:

--imm

[Rosie1223]

68. Get well soon, H2O man!

:hi:

[scarletwoman]

69. Thank you so much, Corey, for letting us know what's happening with your dad!

He has always been the brightest light of all on DU to me; when I read the first few lines of your post my breath froze in terror that you were about to drop the worst news possible. I cannot begin to describe the huge relief I felt as I read the rest of your post to find out that he's going to be all right and has not been taken away from you and us. Wheeeew!

H2O Man has always been an inspiration, and has always been kind and supportive to me personally. And, as you can see by the other posts on this thread, he is much beloved by countless other DUers.

Sending love and good wishes and prayers for his full and speedy recovery, and enormous gratitude to you and the rest of your family for your thoughtfulness in sharing this news with your father's DU family -- and for sharing him with us, period. :loveya:

Tell him to take care of himself, dammit! DU would be immeasurably diminished without his voice.

With love,
sw

[pinto]

70. Give my best to H2O Man.

"Speedy recovery!"

[Kingofalldems]

71. Get well soon H2O man

[csziggy]

72. Good to hear H2O is on the mend after such a scare!

And I can attest that DU is a good place to spend a recovery. I've spent countless hours here between my shoulder surgery in June and other health problems this year.

Best wishes to all in your family and hope to see your father back here very soon and for a very long time after that.

[peacefreak]

73. Mend well, H2OMan.

Corey, thanks for letting us know. We all look forward to his posts again soon.

[get the red out]

74. Here's good wishes for him!

Here's to a speedy recovery and lots DU along the way! :toast:

[alsame]

75. Speedy recovery, H2O Man. I hope you're back here soon.

[Ava83]

76. Get Well

and sending healing vibes

[maxpower]

77. My thoughts are with you H20 man

You are my favorite poster here, I don't often post after reading one of yours due to their sheer brilliance. I would be humbled to assist in your recovery. I can to keep you busy. I used to follow "the sweet science" very closely. I have drifted away, perhaps you can help catch me up. Good thoughts and positive vibes coming your way.



Peace and Love,
Max

[TuxedoKat]

78. Get well soon H2O Man

I recognize your DU name, sorry to hear you were so ill but I'm glad you
are on the way to recovery and I hope all goes well. What a wonderful
family you have!

Hugs and prayers!

TK

[Skinner]

79. We will do our best to keep H2O Man entertained.

Just as he has done a great job keeping us all entertained -- and informed -- here on DU.

Thank you for letting us know. Give our best wishes to your dad.

Skinner
DU Admin

[krispos42]

293. We should make him a GD mod

:hide:

[tavalon]

313. We want him to get better, don't we?

LOL

[Mopar151]

80. If you can keep the old coot calm and cared for

We'll try to keep him engaged....

A thought - a couple William Gibson books he might enjoy - nominally SF, but Gibson can really write, and they deal with a lot of current issues in interesting ways. Titles are Pattern Recognition and Spook Country.

[cry baby]

81. My best to H2O Man, a most respected and sought out DUer in this poster's eyes. nt

[Tuesday Afternoon]

82. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

if you care to kill some time shoot me a PM ...

all the best to your family.

[Starry Messenger]

83. Good wishes for a speedy recovery, H2O Man

:hug:

[GreenPartyVoter]

84. Corey, I am sorry to hear that your dad has been so ill, but I am glad that

it was something that could be fixed.

I have no doubts about DU keeping him occupied! There's always fat to be chewed on around here. :D

[annabanana]

85. Mercy, Cory!

How very like our friend H2O Man this story is. I don't think it surprises ANYONE here that he, who is always looking to give a boost to the hesitant and an encouraging word to those of us with flagging resolve, that he would put himself last.

Stubborn & grumpy?. .maybe at home, but not here. And there are plenty here older than him.

We always look forward to his essays. I hope that he will check in here VERY soon.

[DesertFlower]

86. hope he gets well very soon. nt

[emilyg]

87. Wishing him a speedy recovery.

[juajen]

88. Oh, my goodness, Corey. I am so sorry. I really love your Dad and

with my limited knowledge will try to cheer him up. I owe him a lot. He really helped when I lost my husband, a historian, in August of this year and I always love and read what he writes, even though I do not always let my presence be known. I will send up smoke signals to every angel above to love, occupy and heal your dear father. Please give him juajen's love. He will be in my thoughts daily.

[NYC_SKP]

89. Thank you, Corey, for writing. Best wishes to your Dad for a full and speedy recovery.

He is at the top of the list of valuable contributors to this forum.

The very top.

NYC_SKP

:grouphug:

[tilsammans]

90. Corey, healing hugs and warm thoughts to your dad

(He sounds a lot like my dad! Especially this part: "But he is a stubborn sort - not possessing the insight to practice the same level of care for himself, that he does for others." LOL. Always looking out for others, without a thought to his own needs.)

How thoughtful of you to do this for him! Happy to say, the apple hasn't fallen far from the tree. :hi:

Best wishes to your whole family. :grouphug:

[Stinky The Clown]

91. Your Dad is clearly a tough old guy if he jokes on his way under.

Send him here ...... he'll do fine.

[Sparkly]

92. Please give my best wishes to your Dad!!

He clearly raised great kids! :hi:

Hope he has a speedy recovery. :)

[Mad_Dem_X]

93. Get well soon, H2O Man!

Best wishes for a speedy recovery! :hug:

[PDittie]

94. Remind him that he called the

Pacquiao-Cotto fight on the nose (in the Sports forum here). And give him my best wish for a speedy recovery.

[byronius]

95. He's the best part of Democratic Underground.

[Rosa Luxemburg]

96. Hope you get well soon

[Octafish]

97. Get well soon, Pat!

You and yours are the BEST!

[woofless]

98. Ahh jeez............a gentle hug one old fart to another.

Thinking of the huge extended H2OMan family. Peace.

[zippy890]

99. a time for rest

thinking of you and wishing you speedy recovery.

love to H20 Man

[Blue_Tires]

100. it is important not to rush the recovery

i would suggest catching up on some good reading, and walks in the afternoon

[dalaigh lllama]

101. Thank all the powers that be that H2O Man is recovering!

Best wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery. This place wouldn't be the same without his thoughtful essays.

[Auggie]

102. Get well soon -- the Sports forum needs your contributions

[trumad]

103. Hell yeah I'll keep him busy...

Dude is one of my all time favorites here and I think he knows that.

BTW: Man he's proud of you kids.... I mean proud. You have a great Dad and tell him I said hi.

tru

[riderinthestorm]

104. Best wishes H2O Man for a speedy recovery!!

I'm waiting for you to log on so we can engage in fierce verbal duels....

oh wait! I generally agree with you!

Anyway, can't wait to see you back and Corey, thanks for posting the news.

[Sweet Freedom]

105. Corey, wishing your father

a speedy and uneventful recovery. He is the reason I joined DU after lurking here for many years. (I wanted to participate in his infamous Plame threads.)

:hug:

[Wilber_Stool]

106. Give it hell

Water Man.

[catzies]

107. Best wishes for a full recovery to your most esteemed father

Thank you for telling us what happened.

Mr. H20Man, you are one of the stalwarts of DU. Your contributions have been inestimable.

We need you healthy and and strong as we continue the fight, so hurry back and join us.

[hfojvt]

108. "a stubborn, opinionated, grumpy old man"?

We're talking about H2Oman here, not me, although I almost got a personalized license plate attaching H20 to the end of my name to celebrate being elected to the water board. So I could have been manH2O.

But on DU, H2Oman is generally considered the font of all wisdom, or at least a scholar and sage of the highest order, even by me, when I am arguing with him and seeming to insult him.

I am glad that he made it through his surgery.

[City Lights]

109. Best wishes to H2O Man for a speedy recovery.

:hug:

[Jack Rabbit]

110. I don't think it's too difficult to keep H2Oman entertained

Please tell that, although I am in no way, shape or form a Yankee fan, I was touched by his story about Robert.

We all hope for a speedy recovery.


Pebbelz.com

[mmonk]

111. Thanks Corey. I will definitely do my part.

I'll never forget the sweat lodge ceremony for my son. Tell him that Mike, Susan, Robert, and John Monk are thinking about him. I'll do my very best as always, to keep him engaged.

[babylonsister]

112. Oh, H20 Man and Corey!

I'm so glad your family rushed him to the hospital! Pls. tell your dad I will help in any way I can. I will provide a filibuster if it keeps him entertained! Please send my sizzling regards to Dad, and tell him to listen to his docs! Oh, and here's a hug for both of you! :hug::hug: and your whole family. :grouphug:

And boy, do you sound like your father! :D

[MerryBlooms]

113. Good vibes coming your way

Glad things went well and you're on the mend, hope to see you soon.

[goodboy]

114. Love you H2O man! Get well soon! (nt)

[OnyxCollie]

115. Get well soon, H2O Man.

[mzmolly]

116. You are lucky "kids" as I'm sure you know! And, it sounds like "Dad" is lucky to have you all as

well? :)

I look forward to having more of our beloved "H20 Man" here, in the next six weeks. Though I wish it were under better circumstances. ;)

Please send warm wishes and love from the "kids" at Democratic Underground.



To one of the best ... get well soon my friend.

[berni_mccoy]

117. Please get better H2O! You are a dear friend and we all love you here.

Never give up. Best wishes to all of your family.

[mudplanet]

118. Viva H2O Man!

[Stargazer09]

119. Get well soon!

Sounds like a scary situation there for a while, but I'm glad it's been fixed.

Take care, H2O Man!

[TorchTheWitch]

120. Of course we will do our utmost to keep the Waterman entertained

Thanks, Corey, for letting us know. Don't hesitate to ask if there's anything he or the family needs. Sending healing vibes and best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.

[intaglio]

121. All the best to the man

and thanks be that he has a family that cares so much

[NoSheep]

122. Please take care of yourself H2O Man-come back and hang out

and stay well for your family at home and here on DU :kick:

[patrice]

123. I promise to learn a new (for me) DU behavior for H2O Man.

Every time I come to DU, I will conduct a DU search on H2O Man = Author to find if and where he is at the current time and, if I can find H2O Man, I will pop in and visit him and perhaps even have something to add to his already rich discourse, IF that's possible.

...................................................

You have helped me more than you know through the darkness of this last couple of years as I lost my Paul. Please cooperate with all of those who love you and Get Well!

[NewJeffCT]

124. To one of my favorite posters - get well soon

your posts are always welcome here on DU. And, I never thought of him as a grumpy old man.

[Michigan-Arizona]

125. Get well soon!

[Hawkeye-X]

126. Waterman is one of my favorite posters

Here to his speedy recovery and a refuah shelemah to his health.

Proud to be the 150th rec!

Hawkeye-X

[Catshrink]

147. Mine too.

His research is really helpful. Maybe that will keep him busy!

Get better, Waterman!!!

[Bluenorthwest]

127. H2O Man has my deepest and unending respect

and all of my best wishes for healing and renewal. And Corey, you write nearly as well as your Dad. Peace to you all.

[MissDeeds]

128. Best wishes for a speedy recovery

Kick back and take care, H2O Man. DU will keep you entertained. :hi:

[xultar]

129. GET WELL!!! H2O MAN! You have a wonderful family.

[uppityperson]

130. Best wishes to H2O many and hang in there kids.

[Ikonoklast]

131. "Gentlemen, we can rebuild him. We have the technology."

"We have the capability to build the world's first bionic H2O Man. Better than he was before. Better, stronger, faster."


Corey, to you and your entire family, best wishes. H2O Man is one of the posters I always look forward to reading here on DU.

H2O Man, you take care of yourself, and get healthy, soon. Looking forward to seeing you posting again.

[immoderate]

198. LOL out loud!

--imm

[Fire1]

132. Glad the surgery was a success and get well soon! n/t

[democrank]

133. Bless all of you....

~PEACE~

[EFerrari]

134. I don't think our friend has enough pals at DU.

:rofl:

:hi:

[SeattleGirl]

135. Thanks for letting us know, Corey. Good thoughts going out to

H2O Man for a speedy recovery.

[Horse with no Name]

136. Your Dad is a very special man

Tell him to hang in there and get well soon!

[Beaverhausen]

137. H2O Man- please take care of yourself

Sounds like you have a great family, and your family here loves you, too!

My best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery!

:hug:

[grantcart]

138. You are very very fortunate. My step father had the same condition

and, unfortunately was caught too late, he passed away 48 hours later.

We will give H2O Man the 'Rope a Dope'


We will engage him and actually make him think that we are listening to him but nobody at DU actually listens to anybody so its only an illusion. In two weeks he will be just fine and he will think that he has hundreds of fellow progressives that have been hanging on to his every word!!!

[renate]

139. oh my gosh... how scary!

Thank goodness you guys got him to the ER.

Give him a big :grouphug: from us.

[Gregorian]

140. I KNEW something was wrong. I don't know how, but I did.

I don't usually do this kind of thing, but I actually looked for his posts.

All I can say is thank goodness he is well. He's an important person. And you are very very lucky to have him near you.

Life threw him a punch!

[spanone]

141. he's the best we have here....will do!!!!

[Tuesday_Morning]

142. Your dad is a treasure

and I always read his posts first.

I'm happy to keep fighting the good fight along side him.

[SalviaBlue]

143. Get well soon H20 Man!!

[Overseas]

144. I admire H2O Man and wish him a smooth recovery. //nt

[hyphenate]

145. Fight? What fight?

To continue the upward mobility of our ideas, thoughts and hopes and wishes, we xan only say this: no one is alive who can easily take our lofty goals and make them become alive, other than someone who has an undying love of humor.

Laughing is ALWAYS the best medicine for ALL of us!

[Individualist]

146. Get well soon, H2O man.

[graywarrior]

148. The doctors, when they looked inside

And just for the hell of it



GET BETTER!!!!

[Odin2005]

149. Get well, H2O Man!

:grouphug:

[NC_Nurse]

150. Love H20 Man. Sending good wishes and thanks for letting us know.

Of course, DU'ers will be glad to help. He is one of my favorite posters and I'm sure others will feel the same way.
:hug:

[Tippy]

151. H20 Man Prayers for a speed recovery comming your way,,,,,,n/t

[Politicub]

152. Get well soon, H20 Man!

[faithnotgreed]

153. this time he needs to fight the good fight for his health

with the way things are on this and any political forum i do hope he feels it a rest and good distraction to be on here
some are energized by it and others depleted but his presence and actions and experience are crucial

all best wishes to him and your family

[noiretextatique]

154. wishing you a speedy recovery, H2O Man

:loveya:

[Mira]

155. I am breathing a huge sigh of relief.

I started reading and got terrified, since H2OMan represents a huge important chunk of what I love about DU, and then I started breathing a sigh of relief.
Thank you Corey, you sound like a chip off the old block to me, to inform us so gently and brilliantly.
I can only send best wishes to your Dad, and a grateful hello to you. You will be in my thoughts with the best of wishes.

I am going to assume that there will be lots of entertainment and many letters from people you know well. If ever you get bored, write to me. Or come to the photo forum where we have such a fine time together and there is a lot to see.

I am sending heartfelt and grateful greetings all the way around.
Take good care. We need you here.

[cleveramerican]

156. H2O is much respected and widely read here.

He is one of the best,
even when he is hammering me.

best wishes for a speedy recovery and a quick return.

[chieftain]

157. Get well soon H2O Man, yours is an important voice at DU. n/t

[intheflow]

158. "...even if he comes across as a stubborn, opinionated grumpy old man."

Opinionated? Absolutely! But stubborn and grumpy? Those are two words I would never use to describe your dad! He is a voice of wisdom and reason on this site, and we just love him to pieces for it. My prayers go out to him for a speedy recovery, and also prayers of thanks that he has such a family who conspire with us to keep him healthy and opinionated for many years to come.

Thanks for the post, Corey! :hi: And give your dad a hug for us!

[Broken_Hero]

159. Dear H20 Man,

Get well soon, my thoughts/prayers are with you, and yours. :hug:

[Techn0Girl]

160. Best wishes to your Dad !

I usually kind of frown on user-centric meta posts but I really enjoyed reading about yours. Very well written - you do have talent in that area if you don't mind my saying so.

Hope your Dad has a speedy recovery !

[dana_b]

161. we hope he is feeling better very soon!

get better, H2O man!

[BrklynLiberal]

162. Thank you so much for filling us in on what is happening.

Your father is one of the most intelligent and helpful people on this site. I am so glad that your family made him go to the hospital..and that the surgery has been successful.
I am sure you are anxious for him to be home, as we all are anxious to hear from him

Perhaps, when he gets home, he needs to become one of the mods, so he will have to keep a close eye on DU for a while.

Please send best wishes for a safe and speedy recovery. We all look forward to his return...

[Nothing Without Hope]

163. H2O Man is a vital resource for DU, a source of acute insight that we need desperately

He ALWAYS says something that makes the best way forward easier to find. His compassion and wisdom are always there. Sometimes he even shares beautiful photos of the forests, singing water and stony places he loves, bringing calm, peace and a longer view. He is our respected and beloved elder brother, whatever our relative ages actually are. I've never seen him as "grumpy," in his postings here. Stubborn? Oh yeah, and thank goodness for it.

I want to try to make my point clearer. First, he often knows important back-story to put current events into badly needed perspective, so we can see the bigger picture. But there's another part of this, too. The news on all fronts is often frustrating and it can numb and de-energize to keep reading of terrible things and complacent, stupid and greedy politicians who are not reacting as they ought. It can be so depressing that one starts to feel "what can I do? why not just give up?" Here is where your Dad's wisdom and, yes, his stubbornness, are not to be done without. He keeps that light burning in all of us, not by ranting and pushing hate, but by reminding us of what the fight really is, how strong we can be if we don't lose hope, and how beautiful the world and people can be. The opposite of pessimism and despair.

Please give him our love and remind him that he shouldn't treat such a tremendously important resource for good (himself) carelessly. Thanks for carrying him off and getting him fixed up. and for telling us what happened.

[CatWoman]

164. Thank you so very much for this Corey

and Pat, please, PLEASE, PLEASE get well soon!!!!!!

:hug:

[ClayZ]

165. H20 Man and family

I will keep candles lit, altars set, holy water fonts full and all manner of other prayer forms for a the speediest recovery ever in the recorded history of the human race.

Keep us posted!

Blessings the hands of all those who touch him.

[Uncle Joe]

166. Tell your dad to keep up the good fight, his valuable services, keen insight and wise observations

are much appreciated and needed.

Thank you for keeping us up to date Corey, I wish you and your family the best.:grouphug:

[sonias]

167. Best wishes for a speedy recovery for H2O Man!

Thanks for posting this update.

:kick:

Sonia

[Lochloosa]

169. I'll just keep asking him questions about JFK.

That should do the trick.

My best to everyone.

[WilliamPitt]

170. Reporting for duty.

:hug:

[CrownPrinceBandar]

171. Get better soon H2O Man!.............n/t

[cynatnite]

172. H2O Man...take care of yourself...that is an order. n/t

[Ghost in the Machine]

174. I have nothing but respect for Mr. Waterman..

I hope he has a very speedy recovery...

Warm thoughts & well wishes to the family..


Peace,

Ghost

[shadowknows69]

175. One of my favorites here. Your dad is in my thoughts.

[horseshoecrab]

176. Dear H20 Man ...

All best wishes to you for a full recovery. Finest thoughts of peace and strength heading your way right now!

You've taught your children well!

Thank you Corey. Thank you Darren for quick action! Good thoughts to all of H20 Man's children!


horseshoecrab

[alphafemale]

177. And I must paraphrase The Wizard of Oz. "The true measure of a man is not how much he loves, -

but how much he is loved by others."

I think you can see that your Dad is loved here.

[mahina]

178. Aloha H2Oman and Corey! Be well~

thank you for making DU cool. Best health and happiness! Will be thinking of you in your recouperation.

[WillyT]

179. Well Of Course We Will... Your Dad Is A Great Guy !!! - K & R !!!

To H2O Man !!!

:bounce::toast::bounce:

:grouphug:

:hi:

And thanks Corey...

:yourock:

[Blue Diadem]

180. Thank you Corey. Your Dad is one of my favs here. Please tell him

we all wish him well in his recovery and we'll do our best to keep him occupied.

H2O Man, make sure you follow your Dr's orders! I'm 2 1/2 weeks post surgery myself and I understand the temptation of wanting to do more, but you'll heal much quicker if you follow their advice.

"Keep fighting ‘the Good Fight!’"

[David Zephyr]

181. Corey, your dad is the real deal.

I am a gigantic fan of H20, and although, he knows that, I want to let you know, too.

Tell him to get well and to know he is respected and appreciated. I feel like your dad is an old friend now.

:hi:

[mulsh]

182. Your Dad's posts are always a must read for me.

I've enjoyed and admired H2O man's posts since her started posting them. (I've been around since 2001)

I've rushed my dad to the hospital a couple of times, it's never fun. I'm happy to hear his operation was a success and that he'll be fine. I'll do what ever I can to entertain your dad. here's hoping he has a thorough and speedy recovery. and that something like this doesn't happen to him or anyone else in your family again.

[girl gone mad]

183. Wish your father the best.

We will look out for him!

[Piewhacket]

184. H2O Man, you are a grumpy, opinionated, bloviating blowhard...

Which is why you fit in so well at DU.
You're just like the rest of US!

May you keep the Constitution close,
and the Constipation far away.

Take care, and get well soon!
(BTW, you got some great kids there. Well done.)

[OnceUponTimeOnTheNet]

185. Best wishes for a speedy recovery H2O Man!

And Listen to your Doctors, 6 weeks will take you past Christmas. Take it easy!

Thank You Corey for sharing this with DU. Your Dad is much appreciated here.

[loudsue]

186. "Our Father, who art in recovery"...

We often referred to our dad as "Our Father who AREN'T in heaven".

:hi: Hello to all and thank you for taking such good care of you dad for us!! We can't wait to hear from him.

:grouphug: H20 Man, I wish you the most complete and speediest of recoveries.

Nan

[Ignis]

187. Corey, your dad is a hero 'round these parts.

Damn him for being so stubborn and bless you for taking care of him.

:patriot:

[MaineDem]

188. Sending wishes for a speedy recovery

Come back soon, H2O Guy. The Sports Forum needs you!

[RagAss]

189. It's only a "slip" not a knockdown, H2O Man....you know what I mean !

Listen to those doctors and get back on your feet soon !

[man4allcats]

190. His body will be resting and healing, Corey, but we'll keep

his fingers busy on that keyboard. He is lucky man to have a family like all of you. Of course we wish him and you guys all the best.

[nashville_brook]

191. To one of my very favorite DU'ers...

I am soooooo glad you post here! Please get well soon...and get well thoroughly... so we can continue to learn from and enjoy your writing!

[sudopod]

192. Bump for the Champ

[Generic Other]

201. I thought H2O Man was a sexy young dude!

I must have been thinking of Levi Johnston!

:rofl:

You take care of yourself H2O Man.

[tavalon]

314. How do you know he isn't sexy?

[Generic Other]

337. She called him "a grumpy old man"

I saw that movie! :)

[Cetacea]

193. Please give your dad best wishes on a speedy recovery.

Like others have posted already, he is a DU treasure.

[MagickMuffin]

194. A Song for H2O Man

This song reminds me of H2O Man, because he is a "holyman" to me, in more ways than one. I hope your dad recovers swiftly and returns here before too long. Sending your dad healing light and vibes!

Also you might want to bookmark this thread for your dad, I'm sure he would appreciate ALL the shout-outs and well wishes. He is a valued treasure here within the DU Family.



Riverman: David Sylvian and Robert Fripp

I see your eyes light up like fire
It's medicine to me
But as the hunted live their lives
You're keeping out of reach

So I keep running, falling
Till I reach the water
Run with me holyman
But when I reach out
I find I'm standing right beside her
Now we're living
Blessed with all the thunder in the world

Now, should you ask me to come home
To wake up from the sleep
Like a boat inside a storm
Is there no hope for me?

So I keep running, falling
Wade into the water
Run with me riverman
But when I reach out
I find I'm standing right beside her
Now we're living
Blessed with all the thunder in the world

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J_czXr23cQ


GET WELL H2O MAN :grouphugs:

[DemReadingDU]

195. Thank you Corey for updating us.

Your dad is one of my favorite writers. Keeping you all in my thoughts, and especially that your dad gets well soon.

[mike_c]

196. best wishes for a speedy recovery, H2O dude!

:hug:

[argyl]

197. Best wishes to your Dad. A great guy, as astute a poster as we have per political views

and when it comes to boxing,well,he's really in a class of his own.

[pleah]

199. My thoughts are with you all.

:) :hug:

[YvonneCa]

200. Sounds like H2O Man has...

...a wonderful family. :grouphug:

[guodwons]

202. Dear Sir

You are the reason I keep coming back here, love your insight and your stories. I wish we could make what you see as good in to the world true for all of humanity.

I'm not much on authoritarianism or forced titles, but you truly earn "Sir".

Best health

[ProSense]

203. Speedy recovery to your dad

By your statement, he is definitely surrounded a loving family. He and your entire family are in my prayers.

[gratefultobelib]

204. He's one of my favorites!

[InvisibleTouch]

205. Good thoughts for a quick recovery!

I always like to read H2O Man's posts, and hope to see them here again soon.

[AwakeAtLast]

206. {{{H2OMan & Family}}}

Sorry to hear you are ailing, let's hope your recovery is speedy.

I always love reading your posts and hope you feel well enough soon to give us a great sample of what has been bottled up. ;)

:hug:

[libnnc]

207. Love ya H2O Man

Take it easy! Wishing you a restful recovery. :hi:

[UpInArms]

208. H20 Man - come and play with us on the SMW

or the WE (Stock Market Watch and the Weekend Economist) every day of the week - we dissect and digress - we watch - we listen - we poke holes in all arguments

we could use a little H20!

ps - get well soon

:grouphug:

[izzybeans]

209. Your dad is one of the best. May his "stubborn sort" of ways end with regard to his health.

We need more of him. Get well H20 Man.

[rumpel]

210. Looking forward to H2O man's return home and to DU

in the meantime I wish him a speedy and effortless recovery.

[puebloknot]

211. Like father, like child! Thanks, and send him our very best. He's unique! nt

[puebloknot]

212. Like father, like child! Thanks, and send him our very best. He's unique! nt

[YankeyMCC]

213. Please be well H20 Man

you've given to so much to this online community and I know I look forward to reading more from you.

[Martin Eden]

214. GRIEF, then RELIEF

They way it started out, I thought we had lost H2O Man -- one of the finest members and best writers of informative essays DU has ever had.

Get Well soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!:yourock:

[Irishonly]

215. Hoping for a lightening fast recovery

Your dad is one of the reasons DU is so special.

[Rockholm]

216. H20 Man, Best wishes for a quick recovery!

Your words are inspirational. Peace.

[Captain Hilts]

217. We're in his corner of the ring! nt

[bluesmail]

218. wow H20Man, wow. Take it real easy for the next

6 weeks. Hope you'll be posting many tales and stories. :thumbsup: during your rest.

[malaise]

219. By the way we really love your

dad, the Waterman. More hugs. :grouphug:

[tblue]

220. Oh thank God...

I was afraid to open this post, thinking the worst had happened. Tell your grumpy old man we are here kicking his butt 24/7. If he needs a bigger boot, just drop me a line. He is so lucky to have you for a kid, just as we are lucky to have him. Give him a big hug from big mouthed tblue, ok? xox to you both!

[Crabby Appleton]

221. Best wishes to H2O Man for a speedy recovery

[kohodog]

222. Hey Waterman....

Glad to hear you're recovering. Maybe we should revisit the Plame threads, especially now that Cheney has thrown out a trial balloon about running in 2010! That should occupy a few hours at least... :)

Best wishes for a speedy recovery from all at our house.

[cal04]

223. Thank you Corey and family

Speedy recovery to your great Dad
:hug: :loveya:

[Liberal_in_LA]

224. K&R, glad you dad got good medical care

[G_j]

225. Your father certainly is awesome!!

grumpy old man?

Well just the other day I commented that H20 Man always treated everyone with respect, be they in agreement, or not.
I have tremendous respect and love for the man, and always take what he says to heart, because he is also a wise man.
There is no telling how many people he has touched here. I know I am one.


get well soon H20 Man!

:hug:

[Hekate]

226. Sending all kinds of love and get well wishes from Hekate. Thank you Corey for letting us know.

:grouphug:

[Tommy_Carcetti]

227. Thoughts and prayers go out to your father and your family.

And for a speedy recovery!

[Desertrose]

228. Thanks for the news...your Dad is somethin' else!

Absolutely love his posts...all of them. How thoughtful to let us know...I'm sure DU can keep him busy. ;)

Please give him my best and I hope his recovery is smooth and quick.

:grouphug:
DR

[Samantha]

229. Best wishes to you H20 man and to your family

May a speedy recovery come your way. Take good care of yourself.

Sam

[Jazzgirl]

230. Big hugs to H2O Man and the family.

Thank you so much for letting us know. I've been on DU for years and he is one of my biggest inspirations. I know he'll be okay with a family like you. You wax quiet poetic yourself Corey!

[Patsy Stone]

231. Get well soon, H2O Man

You are one of DU's brightest lights and it's not the same without your wit and wisdom.

[rosesaylavee]

232. Cory - thanks for letting us know!

I think my standard 'don't make me come down there' would frighten him into submission as it might others as he is a tough one. I think we all have been guilty of ignoring pain and/or a health condition hoping it just may go away on its on so I can't quite chastise him too much. But I do hope he takes care of himself and takes it easy these next few weeks.

Don't have an assignment for him but would certainly appreciate reading his musings whilst sitting looking out the window toward his pond. Random or focused... he writes so well all thoughts written down would be welcome. :)

[Me.]

238. Thank You

For letting me know about this thread, so appreciate the kindness of your thought

[rosesaylavee]

368. It just can't be an

H20 Man thread without you on it!

:hi:

[Canuckistanian]

233. Take care, H20 Man

Don't give your doctors and nurses grief and we'll see you back here soon!

And thanks, Corey, for letting us know!

:toast:
:hi:

[bridgit]

234. Peace to you & yours, sending healing vibes to one that has never failed to be kind, fair...

measured and balanced to me: H2O Man, and I've always appreciated that standby for vibe transmission in 4,3,2,1: beep!

Get Well Soon :hug:

[A-Schwarzenegger]

235. Get well, H2O, although I still say Sonny Liston

COULD have gotten up IF he had wanted to. :hi:

[barbtries]

236. i have great respect for your father

so glad he's going to be okay. wow. i don't know if i can engage him the way he does me, but we'll see. great entry by the way, you should get your own DU sn. :)

[stevedeshazer]

237. All the best and we all await your dad's return.

He's a stubborn guy, isn't he?

[Me.]

239. Apple & Tree Corey

You write as beautifully as your father.

As for him, so glad the shot to the stomach didn't qualify as a knockout punch. Please give him Me.'s own best.

[hootinholler]

246. I was thinking similar thoughts...

You Betcha we'll try to keep him occupied.

-Hoot

[TroubleMan]

240. I hope he's alright.

He and Teddy Atlas are my two favorite boxing analysts. If he had to miss the Pacquiao/Cotto fight, I hope you taped it for him.

[glitch]

241. You kids are AWESOME! Excellent writers. You do your Dad and Mom proud.

We will try, but we're going to need a whole lotta Octafish and TimeforChange.

Get well H2O Man, we need you healthy. :yourock: And next time God Forbid, listen to your wife!

[Kadie]

242. Hope you are feeling better real soon H20 Man!

Thank you Corey for letting us know.

:hug:

:hi:

[wellstone dem]

243. H20man Get well

we need you here, keeping us on our toes!

[HughMoran]

244. Hey bud - get better soon!

You sound almost as stubborn as I am :hi:

[EVDebs]

245. An electronic 'laying on of hands' from yer buds at DU. Get well soon H2O Man nt

[HCE SuiGeneris]

247. To his health, and your family, a toast to Dad!

:toast:

He is a great influence in a very positive way. Cheers to his rapid recovery.

[Electric Monk]

248. Get well soon, H2O Man

k&r

[Batgirl]

249. Ah geez, not H20 Man - that's scary - glad to hear he's on the mend.

And, he's one of those rare specimens here who rarely, if ever, comes across as "grumpy."

[varelse]

250. A big thank you to brother Darren

for overriding the H2O man on this one issue. That was one hell of a close call :(

[the blues]

251. All the best, H20 Man -- and ty for posting, Corey...

Let there be sufficient justice in the workings of the cosmos to allow a clear, free thinker and writer, a lover of peace and The Beatles a rapid, complete recovery.

:fistbump:

[MadMaddie]

252. Consider it done Corey!!

Best wishes to your father and your family!!

Sometimes the caretakers forget to take care of themselves and we have to insist that they do it. I am glad that your family got him to the hospital!!

:grouphug:

[flying rabbit]

253. I wish him well

he is a treasure.

[JohnnyLib2]

254. Late in the day -- hope things are going well, H20 Man and all.

Six weeks minus 1 day. Onward!

[Eurobabe]

255. Get well real soon H2O Man

:grouphug:

[gleaner]

256. Tell your dad to get better ...

and hurry back. We definitely need him to keep us on our toes and keep us thinking. I am another grumpy old person, so please tell him we have to keep our ranks from thinning.;)

[enigmatic]

257. you got it

:hug:

[Major Hogwash]

258. Godspeed, H2O Man

Although I never thought him to be grumpy, stubborn, or opinionated.

Quite the writer.

[Scurrilous]

259. Get well soon.

:thumbsup:

[Telly Savalas]

260. Get well soon!

[gristy]

261. H2O Man? A stubborn, opinionated grumpy old man??

I always appreciate his posts. I find him to always be generous, easy-going, thoughtful, and smart. Old? I have imagined him to be in his 40's. A wise, middle-aged man with lots ahead of him.

Get well soon, man!!!

[spanone]

262. keeping kicked

[rhiannon55]

263. I love your dad! His writing is some of the best on DU

Right up there with Will Pitt and NanceGreggs, in my humble opinion.

Get well really soon H2O Man.:hi:

[johnnie]

264. Get well soon H2O Man

Here's to a speedy recovery. And listen to your family!

[yowzayowzayowza]

265. Wowzer.

Dude, chill already.

:hi:

[Rhiannon12866]

266. K&R! So relieved that this had a happy ending...

Wishing H20 Man a safe and speedy recovery... :fistbump:

[madokie]

267. Sending some good smooth easy going okie vibes

As I've stated before if The DU was to have a voice his would be it. Take some time off enjoy some fishing and reflecting and remember to keep us in your thoughts too, The reasoned voice is, after all, needed you know.

[donheld]

268. Here's for a speedy recovery

[Oldtimeralso]

269. Best wishes and looking for a speedy recovery

Your writings are an inspiration to me.
Always a Must Read for Me

[gateley]

270. You do your dad proud, Corey.

Between his family at home and his family at DU, he's surrounded by love and support.

:pals: :hug:

[DUlover2909]

271. H2O Man Rocks! Keep on fighting!

:dem: :kick: :hi:

[sandnsea]

272. Sending good thoughts for a speedy recovery

and a good chastising when he comes back. Glad you made him get to the hospital. He's definitely one of the good guys. Big hug to him and all of you.

[SpiralHawk]

273. Get well soon, H2O Man

you are a gift to all of us here at DU and in America.

- SpiralHawk

[autorank]

274. You've raised a fine son. Time to listen to him and the rest of the family

Your health is the only job you have right now. Your son says the word is, stay busy writing and online and put other things aside. It will allow healing to occur more efficiently and for a longer duration. Sounds like a win-win proposition to me and my recommendation (and you always have a recommendation from me;) is to follow that advice and find some peace, here, in a book or elsewhere as per doctors orders.

I wish you the very best and I'm sure that you're going to take care of your health and entire being.

Peace. I wish you the very best recovery you can have.

Mike

[Loki]

275. We've got you covered

and H20 man, your nurses here on DU will be keeping our eye on you. Get well soon.

[ShamelessHussy]

276. oh, wow... very sorry to hear that, but thank you so much for sharing, and i can see he is in

very good hands.

i've always enjoyed and appreciated (and look forward to) his interesting and informative posts (i've been reading DU since spring, 01) in fact, his handle (H20 Man) is one of the ones that i have gotton into the habit, over the years, of clicking before I even read the subject/title of his post.

i never knew his age, but i have always thought of him as a wise, tough, father figure on DU, glad to hear he is one in real life, too.

thanks for sharing Coery, and please send my warm regards and best wishes for a speedy, and painless recovery to your dearest father :toast:

[rhett o rick]

277. Best of luck to H2O man. nt

[tblue37]

278. I came to DU in summer of 2004, following a link on

The Smirking Chimp to a marvelous post by H2O Man. I have been here ever since, even abandoning SC for DU. Your father's writing brought me to DU!

[Wilms]

279. Will do! n/t

[nadinbrzezinski]

280. Oh no problem we will keep him highly entertained

And tell him to heal up... and NO LIFTING for as long as doctors tell him NOT TO...

[defendandprotect]

281. Lucky you got him to a hospital quickly . . . best wishes to you all -- !!!

:)

[Hissyspit]

282. I am shamed to be so far down in the condolence and concern comments.

But so happy to hear that the recovery prospects are good! Enjoy the DU vacation, H20Man!

"Everything on the Earth has a purpose, every disease a herb to cure it, and every person a mission." - Mourning Dove, Salish

[lapfog_1]

283. Good wishes from another "old fart" here on DU.

Get well soon.

Can we roast some elephant butt for your entertainment?

Why yes, I believe we can!!!

[Froward69]

284. I am sure we can keep Him

mezmerized!!!

[Bonobo]

285. Your dad is a very astute man.

He has always impressed me with his feel for politics. He has a deeply intuitive understanding of it.

[Solly Mack]

286. Be well, Waterman.

[tomp]

287. he never seemed even remotely grumpy to me.

best wishes for a speedy recovery, H2O man.

[roguevalley]

288. There are some people who are essential to this world. My Mom and

Dad were two of them. Your Dad is too. I find it amazing how they fight the love that people give them when they are hurt and won't cooperate. It makes you want to snatch them bald headed as my grandpa used to say. Give in to the love, H20 Man. Let it wash over you. Your kids love you so much and if you stick around by doing what you're told when you get down, then you will be their lynch pin just that much longer.

This place needs you. Your family needs you. Do what you're told, honey. It isn't an admission of weakness. Its an acknowledgement of strength.

RV, who sends you the best.

[highplainsdem]

289. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

He has a great family watching out for him.

[beac]

290. Get well soon, H2O Man! We need you 100% healthy-- we still have a LOT of work to do!

:patriot:

[AspenRose]

291. That is so kind of you guys to post here for your dad.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery

[merh]

292. Get well soon, my dear friend.

Thank god your family combined is more stubborn than you are and were able to get you to the hospital so you could get the proper care.

My world would be so much dimmer if you were not in it so you take good care and listen to what the doctors tell you and after listening you better follow the orders.

Healing energies and much love sent your way. :hug:

:loveya:

[Cali_Democrat]

294. Best wishes, H2O Man

Get well soon!

[Mnemosyne]

295. What a blessing your father is here. Love & hugs to you, H2O Man. n/t

[Swamp Rat]

296. .

:hug:

[northamericancitizen]

297. Sending positive vibes your way...nt

[Warren DeMontague]

298. Your dad is one of the best. Please tell him to get well soon.

Sending good energy his way right now!!!!!!!!!

[LSK]

299. get well soon H2O Man and TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

:)

[Garbo 2004]

300. K & R. If I may, his recent thread set me to thinking (as his threads always do)

and I recalled something from GB Shaw: "The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore, all progress depends on the unreasonable man." ("Man and Superman," Maxims for Revolutionists)

H20 Man: Take care of yourself. Take time to rest and heal. I look forward to your posts sharing your thoughts and provoking ours.

:hug:

[FreeState]

301. Get well soon! n/t

[Blue_In_AK]

302. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to H2O Man,

one of my very favorite DU posters.

[Ishka Kibble]

303. On behalf of my absent wife, I want you wish your Dad well.

He has raised a remarkable Corey, I would say, and your words do your Father great honor. I'm new here and never read anything quite as loving and touching as your post.

My wife, who is known on Democratic Underground as Tangerine LaBamba, is not available, but I know she would join me - at gunpoint, if necessary - in wishing every good thing for your Father, who sounds like a very smart, very lucky, and very stubborn man who was wise enough not to resist when Darren picked him up and did the right thing.

A blessing on all your heads. You have much to be thankful for this coming holiday season.

Rejoice.



Ishka

[Usrename]

304. Take care of yourself H2O.

I hope this doesn't put a hitch in your dan tian.

[tomm2thumbs]

305. Tell him everyone gets their stomach tied up in knots - but he truly wins the prize!

Feel better and take lots of care!!

[mogster]

306. Speedy recovery, H2O Man

One of DU's most interesting contributors, always interesting to read :-)

[Surya Gayatri]

307. K & R All the best to you H2O Man...

Listen to your doctors and carers and get well quick! Your posts are one of the best resources here on DU. :yourock: SG

[Divine Discontent]

308. positive vibes/God bless your super-speedy recovery! how your family must truly love you!

[tavalon]

309. Hell yeah, sign us up!

I'm so glad this wasn't a letter like when Kephre died. I'm so glad that's it's a healing issue not a life issue. Well, it is a life issue but he's landing on the right side of it.

[rasputin1952]

312. You are in my thoughts...

Speedy recovery you grumpy old man...:D

:pals:

Dumb me...this should have 372 Rec's, but i hit Unrec in error...it's too early and I'm not caffeinated enough...so sorry...:blush:

[tavalon]

315. Heck, it's gonna take him a week on this thread alone

This is gonna be a piece of cake!

[Enthusiast]

316. H2O Man! You rock! nt

[cali]

317. oh no. I love your dad. read him the riot act from me

He better do as the docs say. We need him.

[fasttense]

318. If H2O Man manges to read through 316 replies and reads this one,

I just want to say, I've enjoyed your writing, even if I disagreed with you sometimes. You have helped me progress in a very progressive way.

Hang in there Man, rest up and keep posting on DU.

[stlsaxman]

319. I am SO GLAD Darren go him to the Jeep! Hey H2O Man- take good care of yourself- we want you around

here for a long, long time!

[Joe Bacon]

320. Get well, H2O Man!

We're pulling for you!

[HamdenRice]

321. Get well soon! nt

[Ganja Ninja]

322. Ouch! sounds painful. I'm glad he's getting better. n/t

[Fly by night]

323. No one carries our water as well as H2O Man.

Please give him our best and tell him to keep tying Rethugligans' intestines in knots rather than his own. We need him here.

[elizfeelinggreat]

324. Best wishes for a full recovery, H2O man.

I hope you can take time to smell the roses for a while and heal.

[zeemike]

325. Corey your dad is an inspiration to old farts everywhere.

He has posted some of the best inspirational posts on DU and we need him badly.
So get him well so he can answer the bell in the next round.
We love the guy.

[a la izquierda]

326. Even though I don't know him...

I love your dad. He cracks me up every time. I hope he gets well real soon!

[gademocrat7]

327. Get well soon, "H20 Man"

[Highway61]

328. My very best for a speedy recovery

So sorry you had to go through this.

[LWolf]

329. I will be sure to check in and see what he's up to

when I stop by.

[Number9Dream]

330. Speedy recovery, H2O Man n/t

[Joe Chi Minh]

331. Every best wish, H20 Man. I miss your bitter humour. Hope you're not mellowing too much!

[xiamiam]

332. speedy recovery...h20 man is always a voice of clarity...thanks for posting

glad you got him to the hospital in time...he is a gem

[mod mom]

333. A speedy recovery, H2O Man, you are beloved here on DU!

[nc4bo]

334. Get well and listen to your youngins, they love you! nt

[1awake]

335. Best wishes to him and to you and his family! n/t

[cally]

336. Tell H20 Man to get well soon and to take it easy

With the health care and climate change bill, Palin's book, and the upsetting generic congressional matchup polls, we will all have plenty to work for and discuss in the coming months. Also, tell him that he's lucky to have such a loving family.

[butterfly77]

338. Hoping that you get well soon!

Best wishes!:hi:

[charlie]

339. Oh my...

Rest and heal H2O Man, be well.

AND DON'T DO THAT AGAIN, DAMN YOU!

:hi:

[tpsbmam]

340. Yet more best wishes for a speedy & full recovery. n/t

[Jim__]

341. Get well soon H2O man.

[RUMMYisFROSTED]

342. "It isn't the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out; it's the pebble in your shoe."

[peekaloo]

344. Good thoughts for a speedy recovery .

Your dad is a beloved and much appreciated figure on this site. :hug:

[FourScore]

346. We'll help take care of him Corey et al. n/t

[YOY]

347. "stubborn, opinionated grumpy old man"??? Your dad is a calm voice in a sea of screams.

Fingers crossed for him.

[BlancheSplanchnik]

348. Don't make him LAUGH!!!

LOLink is HELL on abdominal sutures!!!

DON'T LAFF!



Get well, rest relax. Order your favorite foods, once you can eat again!



H2Oman, I chatted with you a couple times when I was "FizzFuzz" here, long time ago! What can I say? I think highly of you. I love to see that you've passed your scholarly credentials to your kids! (That paraphrased quote from Albert Murray was awesome! wanna adopt me? :P )

sending good thoughts of you all

[momto3]

349. Healing vibes, H2O Man.

I do not post much, but I always look for and enjoy posts. Peace to you and your family.

[swilton]

350. Get Well H20 Man

For further inspiration (and enlightenment) I recommend this website:

http://www.rewtube.com /

- look toward the lower portion of the page for the Adam Curtis documentaries!

:toast:

[Me.]

351. K

[Mojorabbit]

352. Wishing you a speedy recovery H2O man!

You are one of my favorite DUers and it seems you have children just as wonderful and special as you. Heal well and soon.

[FirstLight]

353. Sending hugs & prayers for a speedy recovery...

And now for me to get to studying! If I am going to engage H2O Man and help keep him occupied, i'd better have my game on!

So glad that he is doing okay and we look forward to seeing him here in the weeks to come!
:grouphug:

[StarfarerBill]

354. I'm so glad you were able to get him to the hospital in time.

My best wishes to him, and to you. :)

[eleny]

355. Best wishes for a very speedy recovery

I look forward to seeing you back here again sharing your thoughts and encouraging the rest of us to think.

[calimary]

356. Hey Cory, there are more than a few of us who also consider ourselves

"the Sons & Daughters of 'H2O Man.'"

Hugs and a fast recovery!!!

[MelissaB]

357. Wishing a speedy recovery to one of my favorite posters.

Feel better soon, H20 Man.

[davekriss]

358. H2O Man, rest easy, get well quickly!!!!! (nt)

[xxqqqzme]

359. Are you kidding me - look at the

replies - we can keep him busy as long as the doctors order. Consider the 'intervention' on.




Whenever I'm away from DU for a few days something unusual always happens.

[Plucketeer]

360. H2O man

Draw from the well of well-wishers whenever you need refreshment! ;)

[KoKo]

361. A Big Group Hug from your friends!

:grouphug: Sending the goodest ((((((((vibes))))) your way for a speedy recovery. And aanother hug to your great kids for their speedy action. We need you too much around here...so mend quickly my friend.

[AngryOldDem]

362. Godspeed, H20Man....

...get well very, very soon.

[SaveOurDemocracy]

363. H2O Man ... Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.

This will be a very special Thanksgiving for you, your family, and friends.

Add me to the growing list of people looking forward to your upcomming autobiography. :)

[JitterbugPerfume]

364. get well soon!

we adore you

[Time for change]

365. DU is very fortunate to have him

Please relay our wishes for a quick and long lasting recovery.

[windbreeze]

366. H2O man, I always read your posts....get well, and hurry back to DU...

and Thank you Corey for telling us about this situation....We will do our best...wb

[salin]

367. Too late to recommend...

H20 Man...Keep up the good fight... the one for your health... and the one for greater information and analytical thought about that information and what it means for an informed electorate.

As an old ad used to say... "We'll keep the light on" for you!

Peace!