Get Well Jock Scot from your friends at XMTS

**Spc. Scott** · 2nd June 09, 12:47 PM

Thank you Jane for the update.

Get well soon Jock. Can't say it enough...it ain't the same without ya.

**Rab Gordon** · 2nd June 09, 01:25 PM

Trust you're making a good recovery Jock,

Rab

**Streetcar** · 2nd June 09, 03:29 PM

Hang with it Jock! The pain will pass, and will only make the taste of recovery sweeter!!

**Alan H** · 2nd June 09, 03:59 PM

Thanks, Jane for keeping us up on the news....and heal up fast, Jock! We want to see you out on the grounds, hooking fish and hunting grouse as soon as possible!

**pdcorlis** · 2nd June 09, 05:20 PM

Dearie Me - I leave this place for couple of weeks and all H E double hockey sticks breaks out! I am deeply sorry to hear of Jock's accident but heartened to know he is slowly on the mend. He will, of course, be in my families hearts as he trudges his road of recovery.

I have been the direct recipient of his generosity and kindness and also have reveled in his irascible curmudgeonly advice to those of us on this side of the pond. One thing is certain, Jock's kilted compass unerringly points to true north and there is great comfort in that knowledge.

If I may be so bold, a word to those on team Jock. My heart aches for all of you. It is never easy to be there supporting those who need us. The endless hours of worry, the difficult decisions that must be made, the roller coaster of emotions, and the sheer exhaustion of the experience make your labors of love difficult to bear. Please know you are not alone - there are countless men and women here that hold you in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. I hope you can feel our love, our care, our compassion, and our support surrounding you during this difficult time. You are not alone and neither is Jock.

May you all find peace.

**Panache** · 2nd June 09, 06:16 PM

My children were very sorry you were injured and are hurting as you recover.

They hope you feel better soon!

Cheers

Jamie :ootd:

**Panache** · 2nd June 09, 06:17 PM

By the by ...

I am trying to keep my Flame-Haired Celtic Amazon Goddess from posting her own special sort of "Get Well Card"

In your weakened state the shock might kill you!

Get well soon friend

Cheers

Jamie :ootd:

**Erisianmonkey** · 2nd June 09, 09:24 PM

Sending my best wishes to you, Jock. I was sorry to learn of your misfortune. Get well soon.

**Wolfhawk** · 2nd June 09, 11:09 PM

Originally Posted by Aldisimo

It's in this thread.

The thread says it is a freak accident, but no further info.

**Jock Scot** · 3rd June 09, 01:30 AM

Originally Posted by Wolfhawk

The thread says it is a freak accident, but no further info.

Hello everyone.

Jane here. I have been asked by "Jock's" family to explain, best I can, what happened to Himself.

"Jock" was watching a tree being felled in the park, from a safe(!) distance of about 80 yards. The tree was a very large Horse Chestnut weighing about 25/30 tons that had seen better days and was being cut down by the estate foresters.

The tree hitting the ground with considerable force,as they do, somehow caused a stone, about twice the size of a golf ball, to "squirt" out of the ground at great velocity and hit "Jock" on the head. A freak accident and absolutely no one's fault. Fortunately, the foresters were quick witted and being ex military, had a good knowledge of what to do in the circumstances and there is no doubt whatsoever that they saved "Jock's" life.

Having been airlifted to hospital "Jock" had an emergency operation to remove a blood clot on the brain and the rest you know.

"Jock" is having a real battle at the moment and "Team Jock UK", of which you are ALL members of "Team Jock International" by the way, are keeping his flag flying. Thank you so much for the messages and pictures, they really do help.

J.