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A Bump in the Road for Big Jim...
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 4:39 pm
by RJ
I've recently received news that Legendary Big Jim McLaughlin has been dealt a raw deal health wise. Jim through a routine blood test had been notified that he has prostate Cancer.
Big Jim is a pillar in the fishing community everywhere and has made an impresssion on every FH'er who have had the pleasure to meet him and spend some time with him.
Though a private matter, I know a ton of folks on here are huge Big Jim fans (myself included of course) and should be able to lend their support and thoughts to the Big fella.
Our thoughts are with you in this tough time Jimmy! Stay Strong Big Fella!
RJnBirdee
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 4:48 pm
by GetTheNet!!!
That's brutal news RJ!
Hang in there Jim, you're in all our prayers.
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 5:08 pm
by Wallyboss
Hang in there Big Guy.
A Knee mail is on it's way to the Other Big Guy.
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 6:00 pm
by muskymatt
May the good lord be with you Jim.
My families thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
God bless you.
M.
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 6:22 pm
by Jasonb
Sorry to hear that... it must be hard waking up thinking everything is ok and have it all change in one conversation... my best wishes and prayers...
Jason
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 7:01 pm
by Coyote
Your in my prayers Jim, god bless.
Big Jim
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 8:43 pm
by boogie
My families thoughts go out to you Jim, best of luck.
The Richer's
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 8:55 pm
by OBD
Hang in there man
Hope you get better very very soon.
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 10:26 pm
by jig head
Being very close with Jim I get to talk and chat to him enough. I know that he does not know how bad it is yet and that he still needs to go in for a few more tests. Lets hope all is best for are buddie BIG JIM
Talk to you soon Jim
Anthony
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 11:36 pm
by Bobber
Jim my friend,
You've been an inspiration to many of us here over the years with your quick wit, incredible fishing knowledge, great sense of humour, and overall one of a kind guy......please know you have many people pulling for ya here bud, and allow us to be your inspiration for a change.
Keep your rod tip up buddy.
Cheers,
Posted: Sat Dec 15, 2007 6:35 am
by Gord
Stay strong buddy....stay strong......you're in our thoughts.
Posted: Sat Dec 15, 2007 8:25 am
by Tip-up
This is not what I wanted to read before going to bed last night.
From Jiggy, myself and the rest of the family we wish you the best of luck Jim. You will be in my prayers for the next while big guy.
I can still remember going to the Ottawa Sportsman shows years and years ago when you were there..I was only knee high .Anthony and I went only to see you. It took me a little while to get your name right...but I got it
Your my idol Jim
Hang in there!
Posted: Sat Dec 15, 2007 10:24 am
by Erie-Eyes
My prayers are with you Jim. Stay positive and this bump in the road can be beat.
Posted: Sat Dec 15, 2007 10:43 am
by JP
Rob said it best
You've been an inspiration to many of us here over the years with your quick wit, incredible fishing knowledge, great sense of humour, and overall one of a kind guy......please know you have many people pulling for ya here bud, and allow us to be your inspiration for a change.
Keep your rod tip up buddy.
JP
Prayers and well wishes
Posted: Sat Dec 15, 2007 12:26 pm
by Seaweed
Man... there are few words to say.
Fight the brave fight my friend.
I will put in a good word for you in my prayers.... and I have faith that you will be back in action with us all real soon.