TN: "Big" Bob Martin Appreciation Day

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 14 Oct 2008 3:22 pm

There will be a "Big" Bob Martin Appreciation Day held at American Legion Post 88 on Elm Hill Pike in Donelson, TN, on Sunday, Nov. 16th, from 1PM till 10PM.

As most of you are aware, Bob had one of his legs removed below the knee today. He came through the surgery just fine.

Those of us who know him would like to show our appreciation for his friendship over the years by having this event for him. There will be no cover charge but donations will be accepted. There will be food available on site that day.

If you would like to play or need more information, please contact either Mike or me.

Thanks in advance for all your support.

Teresa Sweeney
TSweeney@netscape.com

Richard Bass · Post by **Richard Bass** » 14 Oct 2008 6:28 pm

That's a nice thing to do for a great friend. I can't come to the event but I would like to make a donation.
Richard

Bob Hempker · Post by **Bob Hempker** » 15 Oct 2008 5:18 am

Mike, thanks for letting us know. I'll be there. Let me know if I can do anything at all to help with this.

Richard Bass · Post by **Richard Bass** » 15 Oct 2008 11:24 pm

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^BUMP^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Howard Tate · Post by **Howard Tate** » 16 Oct 2008 5:04 am

I'd like to be there, but just can't. I hope Bob is recovering well and keeping his spirits up. He has a lot of forum friends.

John Bechtel · Post by **John Bechtel** » 16 Oct 2008 4:35 pm

Bob; Get well soon!

W. C. Edgar · Post by **W. C. Edgar** » 17 Oct 2008 10:54 am

Bob, you know how I feel about ya buddy. From the roar of your laughter to the twang in that Strat, I will always cherish you and Irene's friendship all these years and all the time at the real Gabes that used to play real country music. So get well buddy so ya can get out here amongst us again. Remember when you and Cal were playing for me and we were coming back from NC on that old bus and were passing that gallon milk jug around? Love ya man, WC

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 19 Oct 2008 7:11 am

It's shaping up to be a great day. Mark your calendars and come on out!

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 20 Oct 2008 9:21 am

Jim Hartley · Post by **Jim Hartley** » 20 Oct 2008 10:48 am

Hey Mike,

This is a great thing you and Teresa are doing, I just wish I could be there. I'm sure Richard and I are not the only ones who can't make it, but would like to help. Has there been a fund set up for donations?

Thanks,

Jim

Bob Martin · Post by **Bob Martin** » 21 Oct 2008 8:34 am

Mike and Theresa, I want to thank you for such a wonderful thing you guys and all my pals are doing for me! I would have never thought that things in my life would turn out the way it has as far as health problems go but the Lord has blessed me with great friends like you 2!!!

The good Lord willing I'll be there and will be participating in the picking and general merry making! Thanks to all of my friends for their show of love and friendship

May the Lord bless each of you! See you all there.

Big Bob

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 26 Oct 2008 7:43 am

We're three weeks away and things are looking better every day for this event. Everyone has been so helpful! It looks like we're going to have a great crowd and maybe a special guest or two. Be sure to put this on your calendar and be with us. You don't want to miss this one!!

Teresa Sweeney

Bob Martin · Post by **Bob Martin** » 27 Oct 2008 7:50 pm

Mike, can't you even give me a hint? Male or Female? Short or Tall? Skinny or Fat? get the idea?????

Thanks guys I can't tell you how much this means to me. You guys putting this together I want you to know that this is the nicest thing anyone as has ever done for me! God Bless you all!!!

Big Bob

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 31 Oct 2008 10:06 am

Well, Bob, to answer your questions, YES! That's all the hints you're going to get! You'll just have to wait and see like everybody else.

Bob Martin · Post by **Bob Martin** » 31 Oct 2008 2:23 pm

Mike Sweeney wrote:Well, Bob, to answer your questions, YES! That's all the hints you're going to get! You'll just have to wait and see like everybody else.

Oh you're soooo mean

Well I've ruled out Hawkshaw Hawkins, The Big Booper, Waylon, Lefty...... So that narrows it down some

Big Bob

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 5 Nov 2008 1:43 pm

No, not mean, Just sworn to TEMPORARY secrecy.

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 10 Nov 2008 5:41 am

It's getting close!

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 11 Nov 2008 3:55 pm

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 12 Nov 2008 5:53 am

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 13 Nov 2008 8:19 am

bump up

Mike Sweeney · Post by **Mike Sweeney** » 14 Nov 2008 6:21 am

up again