farangconnection Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Special announcement. It has been reported to me that a rumour is circulating Surin, that I am dying from AIDS, no doubt put about by some unscrupulous competitors/enemies/rumour mongers/<deleted>, who would love to see The Farang Connection come crashing down. This is totally untrue, when in fact I am dying from Cancer, Well not actually dying ( which will no doubt upset a few of the aforementioned) but definately a tad under the weather. Earlier this week I completed my first course of Chemo at the Regional Cancer Clinic in Ubon, that's the first 55 hours of treatment under the counter, Only 11 more sessions over the next six months. That is why you may see me walking about like Zombie from " The Land of the Living Dead". Apart from that, my Cancer is really the least of my worries, as now I am suffering from a trapped nerve in my back, and the same old frozen shoulder. On the good side, my weight has stableised around 80 kg'. No more F*t G*t tag. Well, I wish those who put around the rumour a speedy recovery from their sickness, although I suspect it runs deeper than that. With love and affection, Martin. T**n G*t. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who, me ? Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 I wish you a speedy and full recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chinavet Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Good on yer Martin, well said. Keep up the spirit and the humour and hopefully the rest of the chemo will be a doddle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergen Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Keep up the good spirit Martin!! Wish you all the best with your struggles, and hope to see you soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrylee Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 trapped nerve in my back, and the same old frozen shoulder A series of accupunture treatment can help a lot for your back and its not only temporary effects ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangconnection Posted August 6, 2009 Author Share Posted August 6, 2009 trapped nerve in my back, and the same old frozen shoulder A series of accupunture treatment can help a lot for your back and its not only temporary effects ... That sorted it out last time it happened........cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bojo Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Chinese whispers is a game I played as a kid. Too bad some people still play it as adults. Take no notice. At least someone had the guts to mention to you that there was a rumour flying around, more than most people would do. My father had chemo 3 times in the 70's, very unpleasant. I'm sure all TV memebers are wishing you a speedy decoverey. Regards Bojo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citizen33 Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 (edited) Chinese whispers is a game I played as a kid. Too bad some people still play it as adults. Take no notice.At least someone had the guts to mention to you that there was a rumour flying around, more than most people would do. My father had chemo 3 times in the 70's, very unpleasant. I'm sure all TV memebers are wishing you a speedy decoverey. Regards Bojo Hope the treatment works out, Martin. It seems bizarre to me that people should believe they can damage a person by saying he has a more stigmatising disease rather than a less-stigmatising one. I'd say that those who have met Martin and witnessed his hospitality, wry humour and work ethic first hand, would wish him a speedy recovery no matter what condition he had. Edited August 6, 2009 by citizen33 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisto Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Special announcement.It has been reported to me that a rumour is circulating Surin, that I am dying from AIDS, no doubt put about by some unscrupulous competitors/enemies/rumour mongers/<deleted>, who would love to see The Farang Connection come crashing down. This is totally untrue, when in fact I am dying from Cancer, Well not actually dying ( which will no doubt upset a few of the aforementioned) but definately a tad under the weather. Earlier this week I completed my first course of Chemo at the Regional Cancer Clinic in Ubon, that's the first 55 hours of treatment under the counter, Only 11 more sessions over the next six months. That is why you may see me walking about like Zombie from " The Land of the Living Dead". Apart from that, my Cancer is really the least of my worries, as now I am suffering from a trapped nerve in my back, and the same old frozen shoulder. On the good side, my weight has stableised around 80 kg'. No more F*t G*t tag. Well, I wish those who put around the rumour a speedy recovery from their sickness, although I suspect it runs deeper than that. With love and affection, Martin. T**n G*t. Small minded people live small minded lives.<deleted>** the begrudger's. Martin you have enough on your plate for now to even listen to that bullshi*. Wish you the best Martin my praye'sr are also with you. thank you also for your kindness and hospitality the last time i meet you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feffejonsson Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 I to wish you a quick recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaddeus Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Ignore the rumour mongers Mart, everyone who really knows you will do anyway, remember, tam dee dai dee tam shua dai shua. Hope the treatment works well for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave the Dude Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Hi Mountain(or should it be little hillock,now?) Glad to hear your on the mend. There are some miserable b@stards around even in this beautiful land. I just got back from Kho Chang to be faced with a very personal & threatening post about me, on another local Forum. In true British tradition, I did the same as you and just laughed it off. On a different note, I understand they are remaking the Thriller video and wonder if you are interested in a 'walk on' part. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angiud Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Buona fortuna, Martin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckd Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Just live a long life and really make your detractors mad. That's what I do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 STAY WELL MARTIN!! BEST TO YA!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazmlb Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Good Luck Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EndofDays Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 My brother is an oncologist who happened to diagnose himself with cancer. He is in remission but I was there for a few times and saw some of the treatement went through. To those who spreading those rumors about you, I would like to corner them in an alley for you. All the best and keep your spirits up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binnsy Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Martin there are some very sad people about who have F***all else to do. If they are man enough to make themselves known just give em a Winston Churchill. All The Best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangconnection Posted August 8, 2009 Author Share Posted August 8, 2009 O.K. the truth has emerged. It seems to be one mans crusade to bring grief to the Farang Connection. He has been reported as telling at least one shop owner in Surin that I have the dreaded lurgae that pop stars die of. I wish to put out a public apology to any competitors/enemies/rumour mongers/<deleted> that might have thought I was implicating them in this matter.SOLLY My friends and enemies alike do seem to be standing by me during these troubled times. My ethics and beliefs do not allow me to mention the name of this horrible thorn in society, and anyway being called smellyunwashedbuilderscleavageamericandavid must be one difficult bug to bear. Thanks to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnvic Posted August 8, 2009 Share Posted August 8, 2009 Martin, you are a class act and nobody with any common sense would believe the rumours anyway. The wife wanted me to pass on her best wishes, ("he gentleman" she said) hope you feel better soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave the Dude Posted August 8, 2009 Share Posted August 8, 2009 (edited) and anyway being called smellyunwashedbuilderscleavageamericandavid must be one difficult bug to bear My condolences for being called David Keep yer pecker up, matey Dave Edited August 8, 2009 by Dave the Dude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george Posted August 8, 2009 Share Posted August 8, 2009 Cheers Martin Good on ya to start cure the cancer in a professional way. Best wishes to you and all in Surin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbk Posted August 8, 2009 Share Posted August 8, 2009 Speedy recovery Martin. And just remember what my husband always says, I am sure it will give you strength for the hard times to come. "Mean old men die hard" And if thats truly the case, you have decades left in ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macb Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 I might have left the scene, but one does remember the mates one came across in my time there, and one of them was Martin. Thailand has enough Big 'C' with out having to adding another mate so get rid of it. I thought you might appreciate my jovial approach mate its dry like yours. As for the trapped nerve well I did warn you about jumping off wardrobes ages ago. Joking apart mate keep your chin up and get back to normal you have everyone's thoughts on here and well wishes and ignore the ones that try to put you down (Only the vet can do that hahaha) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rdrokit Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Martin, Best Wishes on a speedy recovery. rokit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangconnection Posted August 9, 2009 Author Share Posted August 9, 2009 (edited) "Mean old men die hard"And if thats truly the case, you have decades left in ya Centuries please Edited August 9, 2009 by farangconnection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nignoy Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Keep your chin up martin , hope you get well soon, see you in September Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdf Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Martin, We lift a JD toast to your health. My wife and I wish you the best of luck and laughter. kdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryofthailand Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Keep your chin up Martin. Hope to see you soon. Barry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangconnection Posted August 9, 2009 Author Share Posted August 9, 2009 Well, this is most unusual. I am feeling so great, that I am actually looking foreward to the next round of Chemo next Wednesday. I am regaining my dashing looks, my body resembles a 20 year old athlete, it's only my memory that's a bit foggy. In fact only the other day, I looked down, and saw this growth between my legs. First time I'd seen that in nearly 20 years, without the use of a mirror. My back pains have eased as well after a session of acupuncture, so things are looking up. Cheers everyone for your support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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