Ryan Triggs birthday Saturday

[Scott Tichenor]

Most of you have probably noticed ongoing posts I've been making about Ryan Triggs who has been in critical condition with an extremely rare fungus that took over his body the past month and brought him literally near death I think it's safe to say. Ryan made some real progress overnight. He literally lost the past few weeks of his life in a sort of medical limbo. There'll be a long road to recovery yet. He just found out his birthday is tomorrow. This is the first really lucid communication they've had with him in several weeks. Jim asked me if I could post an area where anyone wishing to do so could wish him a speedy recovery and a happy birthday and so that's what this is for. I'm telecommuting today but will be back in the office Monday and told Jim I'd print off what was posted and bring it up to the room (Ryan is in the hospital where I work). For those of you who this is all a mystery, Jim and Ryan live near me in Lawrence and are the owners of Triggs Guitars and Mandolins (http://www.triggsguitars.com/). The ongoing update for family and friends is here (http://www.mandolincafe.net/cgi-bin/ikonboard.cgi?act=ST&f=23&t=16929).

I'd do this for anyone, but Jim in particular has been a huge supporter of music events and musicians for years, including a stint as Gibson's custom shop manager. He's widely known for his fine work and just for being a terrific guy and their family really deserves our support. Post away as you see fit and thanks for the support received from this community.

[Mando4Life]

Happy Birthday Ryan!!!

Here's to your health and a speedy recovery.

Wayne Lawrence

[GBG]

I met both of you (Ryan and Jim) at the OIBF in Guthrie a couple of years ago, and I look forward to seeing you BOTH there this year. Happy Birthday Ryan and a speedy recovery. # # # #George Griffith

[mandopete]

Hey Ryan,

Here's hoping you have a great birthday and many, many more!

Mando Pete Goodall

[Karen Kay]

Ryan ~
We've been following the messages from Scott about you. We wanted you & your family to know we have been thinking of you and praying for you. I am an ICU nurse so I can imagine what you & your family must be facing. Richard Tozer is my husband - you might remember him from this past Mandofest - he brought Mike Marshall to your house. We will continue to remember you in our prayers & keep in contact thru the Cafe' til we see you in person!
(We even checked on you while we were in Jamaica)
Karen & Richard

[mandolooter]

Never meet ya, but remember we are supposed to pick together at next years MandoFest so get well soon bro!!!

[drelb]

Happy Birthday Ryan!
Sounds like you have a great support team around you and that will certainly help with your recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...keep on fightin' brother.

[Landgrass]

Ryan...I don't know you, but as one of our musical family, I keep you in my prayers and thoughts. Hope you have a happy birthday and a speedy recovery. God bless you and your family.

David L.

[CharlieKnuth]

Ryan,

Have a very happy birthday. You lots to celebrate. All of us here in the cafe have been following your progress and hoping and praying that each time we read an update that there was good news to be had. You haven't disappointed us. Take care and here is to the great road of recovery. Again, Happy Birthday.

[duuuude]

Happy birthday Ryan, so good to hear you're recovering, you have alot of folks prayin' for ya.
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[Joe Parker]

Happy Birthday,Ryan and all the best wishes and prayers for you during your recovery.

Joe Parker

[mandoryan]

Happy Birthday from one Ryan to another. We are all rooting you on buddy. Keep getting well! Ryan Stackhouse

[Scotti Adams]

..Happy Birthday Ryan..My sons name is Ryan so your situation is hitting a soft spot with me....heres to a speedy recovery and hope you get back to the work bench soon. Tell your dad hi for me.....wishing you and yours well....Scotti

[Jim Gallaher]

I'm playing "Happy Birthday" on my 1998 Triggs A-style for you right now, Ryan! Many happy returns!

Jim Gallaher, aka "Shenandoah Jim"http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[Bandersnatch Reverb]

Happy Birthday Ryan! May the Great Physician continue to bless you with His providance for a speedy recovery.

[Karen Kay]

We hope you have a wonderful Birthday tomorrow and many, many more.
Karen & Richard

[Igor The Cat]

HAPPEY BRITHDAY!!http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif

[jim simpson]

Happy Birthday Ryan!
So glad to hear of your recovery. Keep strong and know that you are on your way to good health.
God bless you,
Jim Simpson

[mandoJeremy]

Just so you know Ryan, all of us mando freaks love you and hope for the best. I am very often in prayer over you and I KNOW that you are going to be great. Just give it time dude, God is going to take care of you. Happy birthday dude.

[chirorehab]

Stay positive!

Happy Birthday!

Eric Nelson

[DorothyD]

Happy Birthday, Ryan. Our prayers and love are with you through this.
God bless.
Dorothy

[Mike McCoy]

Happy Birthday Ryan! Glad to hear you're feeling better. The best to you and your family.

Mike

[sbarnes]

don't know you or your family but have been checking your progress daily here on mando cafe.....pulling for you....
happy b'day and recovery.....

[frets1]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RYAN!!!!!!!!! http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mandosmiley.gif

[PlayerOf8]

Ryan:
Happy Birthday! May the healing hand of our Lord continue to touch you.

Pax Vobiscum (peace be with you)

George Manno

[Michael Lewis]

Ryan, here is to a happy birthday and swift and complete recovery. You have been getting a lot of folks checking up on you and hoping for you to get back on your feet. May God bless. http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mandosmiley.gif

[Russ Jordan]

Ryan,

Happy Birthday and best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.

[Bill Snyder]

Happy birthday Ryan. Our prayers are going up for your speedy and complete recovery.

Bill Snyder

[grandmainger]

Bon Anniversaire Ryan from accross the pond, take care.

Germain

[OdnamNool]

How old are ya gunna be, Ryan? Best wishes! My wonderful brother has the same birthday as you! (You Leo Lion guy...)

[mando andy]

Happy Birthday Ryan!!! My prayers will be with you in mind--- I will be thinking and praying for you as I play my 2001 Triggs A in church tomorrow.

Andy Morton
Madison, WI

[neal]

Ryan, Happy B-day and hope you get back to work soon.

[mandoanon]

Hey Ryan

We have never met, but you may know my nephews Michael and Christopher Collins, who grew up in Lawrence. I have been reading about your recovery and we are all glad to hear you are doing so well. Maybe I will get to meet you someday when I am up your way. Keep up the good work! My prayers are with you and your family.

[mando bandage]

Happy Birthday Ryan. Another year on the planet! Cause for celebration no matter your age. Keep on keepin' on.

R

[PhilGE]

Ryan,

Wishing you and your family patience, strength, and peace of mind on your birthday.

-Phil

[cbogle]

Ryan--
Best natal day wishes to you, and above all else: complete recovery and wellness for you soon!
Steve

[mandolooter]

oooops..forgot to wish ya a happy B-day along with that get well soon. Keep getting better and remember, ALWAYS THINK POSITIVE, it makes a big difference!!!

[Peakbagr]

Ryan,

Happy birthday and my you celebrate many more !

Alan

[Cactus Jack]

You can't keep a good man down! Happy "B" day, and may you have 99 more....

[Greenmando]

Happy Birthday Ryan
Hoping that next years birthday will have you fit as a fiddle, or should I say a mando.

take care,
Tom

[Tim Smith]

Happy birthday and get well soon. My wife was in intensive care and the hospital for 33 days this spring. She has improved daily so dont give up. It is miraculous how the body can heal itself.

[JimD]

Happy Birthday, Ryan. We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Continued recovery!

[Scott Tichenor]

I'm not printing this out until tomorrow so you all are welcome to continue to post if you wish. Or, should that be you'all? http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/laugh.gif

[jessboo]

happy Birthday Ryan

[Joe Parker]

Scott,in Georgia it's spelled ya'll.
JPP

[mando bandage]

And on the west side of Cincinnati, it's "yous".

R

[Big Joe]

Happy belated birthday and I hope you get well soon. Sorry I was not able to post earlier, but was away from the computer for a few days.