Dave's Announcement

[DaveW]

Hi folks, it's about time I up and outed with my little announcement.

As you all probably know I've been bogged down with my exams, so my presence on the boards has been pretty sporadic recently. Well, now my exams are over, but things aren't going to get better; probably worse. This is because I have a disease which requires surgical treatment. I don't want to go into what it is because it's not something that we really need to talk about, but suffice to say, it's pretty major surgery. I go in on the 11th and I'll be gone for at the very least 2 weeks. After that, I might be back at home, assuming there's no complications. If that's the case I'll be back for a wee while doing what I can to help out.

However, this isn't where it ends. For my course, which I'm only just scraping through at the moment, I need to do a 10 week work placement. If I do this placement, I'll be working full time and I'll be difficult to get a hold of. As soon as I finish the placement, I'll be back at Uni in 4th year, trying to get good marks to make up for this year's poor performance (mainly due to my failing health).

Why am I telling you this? Well, one reason is that I love the community spirit that we have here at TBCS, and hiding this just doesn't seem right. Another reason is so that everyone knows that Bucko, Airbozo, jdbnsn, and AJ@PR should now handle all your issues and questions. I'm cutting back on my workload here so I can ensure that everything I'm involved in can carry on without me: for example, Airbozo has the Modder's Challenge and jdbnsn has had the front page for a good while now (And is doing a better job than I ever did!).

I'm still here, and I'll be contributing as often as I can. But consider the days where I replied to every thread and every PM over. I'll do my best, but with the new talent here at TBCS, you guys are in good hands: you have nothing to worry about! :)

Of course, I won't be doing any modding either this year. :( I have a mini project lined up that you all might like, but we'll have to see! So that's all for now guys.

As I frequently say in real life...watch this space. :D

-Dave

[Bucko]

I'll certainly be there to keep an eye on things until you are back properly.


This is because I have a disease which requires surgical treatment.

They can treat being Scottish now?? Wow, the wonders of modern surgery. No wonder you say it's major! :D

All jokes aside, I hope your health (and your marks) improve rapidly because we'll miss you around here.

[Omega]

That's unfortunate, but with any luck you'll have a quick recovery.


Also, sometimes, you have to prioritize life before modding. Hard as it may be.



I wish you luck and good health.

-Omega

[Drum Thumper]

Surgery sucks. Here's hoping you won't be too laid up afterwards!

Take care bud.

[jdbnsn]

EVERYONE here is wishing you a quick recovery and the best of health to come Dave, take all the time you need as we aren't going anywhere! You have a hell of alot of people pulling for you.

[SgtM]

My thoughts and best wishes are with you Dave.

[Redundant]

May The Force be with you Commander Dave.

Get well soon too. ;)

I know you don't want to really get into the surgery with us but is it more of an organ problem or muscle/tendon problem?

[OvRiDe]

Hang in there Dave!! Thoughts and prayers heading your way!

[DaveW]

They can treat being Scottish now?? Wow, the wonders of modern surgery. No wonder you say it's major!

:D You're a laugh dude.



Also, sometimes, you have to prioritize life before modding. Hard as it may be.

To hell with that! I'll be modding the bed. Just you wait. :D



I know you don't want to really get into the surgery with us but is it more of an organ problem or muscle/tendon problem?

I'm getting an Organ removed. I'm considering asking them to put in a window while they're at it, so you can see all the squishy bits working away. Maybe a couple of cold cathodes too. :p

Thanks for the support guys, but this is just an FYI. I'll be fine. I had a rough patch but some good friends helped me though it and I know that, barring the chance of complications, this is going to give me my life back. :)

Hopefully that doesn't sound ungrateful! I just want you guys to know that I am OK. :)

-Dave

[gaz_the_chav]

I've said it once and I'll say it again - a pint to Dave and his quick recovery!

Good on ya man u'll be fine!

-gaz

P.S. xXx:redface: jokes but seriously I'll drive up and see you soon! - We'll have a pint (if a b+b is avalibe lol)

[Airbozo]

Hehe Bucko they do have a surgery for being Scottish, the side effect is that Dave will have a thicker accent. I hope I can understand him when I visit...:D

Dave, They have a name for that window surgery. It's called a "Plexotimy".
Normally that operation is reserved for those with their heads up their arses so they can see where they are going...

In your case it would truly be a MOD... Don't forget the UV lights while they are in there.

And yes I will be tipping a Blackthorn to your health!

[chaksq]

Well good luck Dave. I hope everything works out for you. Life can be hard at times, but you are a strong person and you can pull through.

[slytherock]

To hell with that! I'll be modding the bed. Just you wait. :D

mmm modding in bed... I have to talk about it to some girls I hang out with...

Hope everything will go fine you you Dave

[jaxspades]

Hang in there man.

I'll drop a prayer your way.

You know though...I always wondered if they could paint your intestines to reflect UV Light...:think:

Or maybe add a temp sensor so you always know when you have a fever.:D

okay, I've taken it too far...I'm done....for now.:twisted:


Have a good one, and God's blessings on your upcoming summer!

[xRyokenx]

Hang in there, being sick and having crappy grades due to being sick freakin' sucks. Take it easy.

[nil8]

Does this finally prove how dangerous chronic eating of Haggis is?

Seriously though Dave, good luck with surgery, recovery, and school. We will all be waiting for the post later this year saying everything is going well and you're busy as all get out living life.

[GT40_GearHead]

good luck man ! be strong and do all you can to make your time in hospital as pleasant as it can be,get a laptop with wireless Internet access for example



... you say you are taking out an organ? did you develop appendicitis ? whatever it is good luck and no complications



ps: this is for you , you bastard :D (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3636435540043947603)

[Durrthock]

Good luck with your operation


ps your replacing your liver with an 8800gtx right??

[AJ@PR]

DaveW, God Speed Ahead. :)

If you need anything, just holla'.

We'll go running to the rescue.

NEWS AT ELEVEN:::
Scottish Police are dealing with an unusual imigration problem... hundreds of self-proclaimed 'modders' have invaded Scotland from all over the world. They are making their way to... we're not sure yet.

[DaJe]

Just don't end up leaving us for good :D

[DaveW]

Don't worry guys, I'll be back. :D Thanks for the kind words. @GT, that video is pretty funny. :D

-Dave

[Drum Thumper]

Dave, yer gonna be just fine. I'm 100% sure of it.

[Drew]

Plexotimy? Thats genius.

Good luck dude, hope it pans out OK.

You're gonna be a stripped out racer.

[GT40_GearHead]

Glad you enjoyed it man !

[Aero]

Good luck Dave. I know you'll pull through.

Haha, I can see Dave now..

"Bed goes up, bed goes down,
Bed goes up, bed goes down,
Bed turns into Megatron"

[GT40_GearHead]

...Bed turns into Megatron FOOCK that hurt my diaphragm !

[Bopher]

I know I'm fairly new around these parts but to you good luck. Surgery stinks big time. I know your Scottish, but here's something for ye that always helps me when I start to feel down.

May you alway walk in sunshine.
May you never want for more.
May Irish angels rest their wings right beside your door.

I love Irish proverbs, they always make me feel better and smile.

[.Maleficus.]

GT, that video was awesome.

Dave, I wish the best of luck to you. Lets hope to see you back real soon.


But are you going to post a worklog of the plexi window and cathodes?

[DaveW]

But are you going to post a worklog of the plexi window and cathodes?

Lol...see what I can do. Once again, I apologize for not being on the boards much recently. I'm just trying to get everything sorted and finished before monday.

-Dave

[Durrthock]

You have 4000 posts I think your on enough

[DaveW]

Haha...I didn't even notice! :D

-Dave

[Spacehonkey]

I'm getting an Organ removed.
-Dave

As long as it's not Your Man Organ and when you come back you ask us to call you Daniel instead of Dave. I think that would be an extreme way to increase the number female modders around here. :D

You know I'm just joking with ya, wish you all the luck with the surgery man. And just for the record I'd still call you Dave if you did get the above mentioned surgery.

[.jrauck]

Wish you luck man, hope you get well soon.

[DaveW]

As long as it's not Your Man Organ and when you come back you ask us to call you Daniel instead of Dave.

What's this man organ of which you speak? :p

I'll be fine guys. Although the wait is really starting to piss me off.

-Dave

[DaveW]

Ok guys, wait's over, i'm gone. I check in 30 minutes from now. See you in a fortnight.

-Dave

[simon275]

I would send you a card but I don't know your address so I hope all goes well anyway.

[Commando]

DaveW,

Good luck to you. You know like 20 people had to look up fortnight.

[Zephik]

DaveW,

Good luck to you. You know like 20 people had to look up fortnight.

14 Days. Love that google calculator! ^_^

Good Luck!

[simon275]

Really I use fortnight all the time must be an English/Aussie phrase.

[Aero]

Good Luck Dave. See you in..wait..a fortnight? Whatever, crazy british terms.

[nil8]

It used to be used over here in the US too. Fell out of language in the late 1800's. Go figure. 2 fortnights is a month, roughly. Phase of the moon and all.

Best of luck Dave. I know we're all hoping this works.

[dfigravity]

Good luck today bro...We'll see you back on here soon! :)