JET AT BEMBRIDGE - How did he manage it??!!

[audrey013]

Hi Everyone,

Great news!! I'm so pleased to be able to report that last night we had the privilege of seeing Jet back on stage for the first time since July!

As you know, Jet had to cancel his autumn gigs because he is undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Recently Jet has been very unwell as a result of the combination of the treatment and an infection. However, last night we went along to the Bembridge Coast Hotel where the Rapiers were performing with Kytson Wolfe and the audience were thrilled when Colin announced that Jet hadn't wanted to let them down so, despite being unwell, he would be playing two numbers.

Jet got up on stage to cheers from the audience and he played 'Theme For Something Really Important' followed by 'Diamonds'. It was a very emotional moment for everyone. I didn't dare look at Janet because we both had tears in our eyes to see Jet back where he belongs. Even though Jet is feeling very weak and still has more chemotherapy to undergo, he played brilliantly and everyone in the audience leapt to their feet to give Jet a much deserved standing ovation.

When Jet came back to sit down at our table he, too, was almost in tears. A very special night! What a trooper!!

Best wishes
Audrey

[kipper]

thats great news audrey. hope he dont over do things. but great news. peter

[grip]

Hi Audrey,

Fantastic news, thanks for letting us know. I must admit I had seen the event advertised along with another in the near future whilst browsing, and I thought "theres no way"....I'm so glad I was wrong. As above I hope he doesn't go and overdo it.

Kind regards,


grip

[Charlie Hall]

Hi Audrey,
I am so pleased to hear that Jet managed to do that. It must have boosted his confidence and the will to get well again.
Regards,
Charlie

[olemuso]

That is amazing!
Thank you for sharing this news Audrey. Jet really is a tough guy, and a real pro - "The Show Must Go On".
My sincere best wishes for Jet`s improved health, let`s hope it won`t be too long before he is back to his old self.

Jet - you`re a Diamond!

[bill]

Hi Audrey,
Fantastic news!
Thanks for sharing,

[solidlg]

Thanks Audrey,

The very best news to get on a Monday morning in Canada.
I will copy the link to Bill Bonney so he is aware.
Take care.
Steve

[John Haldane]

Hi
Just great to get good news.
Take care
John H

[audrey013]

Hi Everyone,
Many thanks for your replies. Steve - very many thanks for copying this to Bill Bonney.
Jet has asked me to post the message below on his behalf.
Best wishes
Audrey

"Thank you all so much for your good wishes. I found it quite exhausting and I was overcome with emotion. I was very tired and I wish I could have done longer. I'm looking forward to the starting post next year. Wild horses won't keep me from coming back.
Jet xx"

[grip]

Hi Audrey,

This just shows the defiant and fighting spirit of the Jet, thanks for posting, I wish him the speediest of recoveries.

Nov 30, 2009 20:35:16 GMT audrey013 said:

"Thank you all so much for your good wishes. I found it quite exhausting and I was overcome with emotion. I was very tired and I wish I could have done longer. I'm looking forward to the starting post next year. Wild horses won't keep me from coming back.

Jet xx"

Kind regards,


grip

[Charlie Hall]

Hi Audrey,
It's great to know that Jet has the determination to see it through, give him best wishes from all of us.
Regards,
Charlie