".Sunrise doesn't last all morning."BEATNUT
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lemchast:
Mieke:
Some people were jealous of him being so popular.
That's very true, Mieke. People can be very petty at times and are often motivated by envy. It's a shame really. I pity them, because they missed out on a really great friendship. All they have is their own misery to wallow in. They could live to be 100 and never touch people's lives the way Nutty did in his brief time on this Earth.
Hi Lemchast, long time no see. This is a sad occasion to meet each other again.
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I can't wait for the time when someone starts the thread of stories about Mike/Beatnut.
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Wow, this is a tough day for me. This is a man who could and would have me laughing so hard, I would cry. I used to go off on these tangients sometimes, and he would PM me and say "you need to quit smoking that dope, you paranoid bastid." I spoke to him a few times on the phone, and in the words of Bag O Nails (I believe)... Beat "gives good phone!" I don't know much what else to say, besides I know this thread will turn from saddnes to hillarious, as we all share our memories. Until then, Rest in Peace, my friend Mike. I'm positive that I will remember you for the rest of my life. Thank you for the smiles!
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I still do not know what to say. I never was one to write long or was good with words. I was wondering when I will see beat posts again. Only to be shocked to hear that he had died. Beat had a way of telling you the truth no matter if you did not like it or not. However, he did it with love. He often made me laugh. I Love his morning coffee shop thread. I remember, telling him if I live near him I would have visit him. In addition, I said, I talk allot so, you might have to tell me to shut up. I cannot remember what he said. However, I knew he laughed. He helped me out once when my niece?s baby died. I will forever, be so thankful for that. Mike was a very good-hearted person. I know, I will miss him dearly P.s. would anyone get mad if I took mikes picture and make a graphic out of it? In memory of him.
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Mieke:
Hi Lemchast, long time no see. This is a sad occasion to meet each other again.
Hi Mieke. Nice to see you again. It's too bad that it couldn't be under better circumstances. Hugs, Lemmy
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QueenBee:
I can't wait for the time when someone starts the thread of stories about Mike/Beatnut.
I don't think you'll have to wait too long for that.
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QueenBee:
I can't wait for the time when someone starts the thread of stories about Mike/Beatnut.
Me too, Judy .... I know we all have some gems we can share. Mike truly believed that laughter was the best medicine for the soul and he is probably already impatient that we aren't roasting him and roaring with laughter yet (Mike was last on line when God was handing out patience :wink. He was happiest when he was center stage and holding each of us in the palm of his hand. I have a feeling our Remembering Beat thread will go on for pages and pages and pages ... and he's going to love every minute of it
dorothy:
P.s. would anyone get mad if I took mikes picture and make a graphic out of it? In memory of him.
((((((Dotty)))))))), I think that's a lovely idea and I know he would be honored to have you do that for him
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lemchast:
QueenBee:
I can't wait for the time when someone starts the thread of stories about Mike/Beatnut.
I don't think you'll have to wait too long for that.
(((((((Lem)))))))), why don't you get us started ... it's only fitting, you were his partner in crime
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I love to hear and read when men tell each other, I love you man! Shows what a bigger man they are to show and Nutty's friends weren't afraid to say it to one another.
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Clorinda:
lemchast:
QueenBee:
I can't wait for the time when someone starts the thread of stories about Mike/Beatnut.
I don't think you'll have to wait too long for that.
(((((((Lem)))))))), why don't you get us started ... it's only fitting, you were his partner in crime
I would consider it an honor (((((((Clo)))))))))
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This is terrible news. RIP Mike. At least you don't have to suffer with that horrible disease any longer
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(((((((Beat))))))) He was one-of-a kind, the kind of person who truly cared about people, who was kind and generous, who made his friends feel special and loved, and who was loved by many. He had a knack for bringing quiet me out of my shell. And he was so good at making me laugh! A true gem. I feel fortunate to have been his friend, and will always treasure the time I spent laughing on this board at his crazy antics, chatting via PMs or the phone, and hanging out with him and other friends at Beatlefest a few years back. A night or two after Mike had passed away, when I was in that drowsy slumbering place between asleep and awake, an image came into my mind of Mike shaking hands with George Harrison & John Lennon, and the 3 of them sharing a laugh. And I smiled despite a few more tears. Thanks, Mike, for being my friend. And to Mike's friends and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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There will never be another person in this world like my Nuttynuttnuttsters. He made me laugh more than anybody in this world ever has. He was a true friend and confidant, someone whom I could share things with that I would never tell anybody else. We would sit on the phone for hours, laughing and crying and he would tell me jokes and I would scream with laughter. I was never fortunate enough to have a brother, but Mike Lorio became a brother to me. A loving, caring, kind, generous, thoughtful brother. I will miss you, my beautiful friend. Thank you for making my life all the better, because you came into it one early February day back in 2002. God Bless you and keep you safe in his arms, forever and ever.
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last night I read about this news I couldn't believe it, I still don't want too. I was always too shy to join in and talk to Beatnut/ Mike but I did once or twice, even tho it was just in the game thread I am glad that our paths have crossed in some way, I just wish I had the courrage to talk to Mike so I could have gotten to know this man like you all did.
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It is a very sad news. I knew he was ill but I didn't realize it was that bad. I've met Mike on this board in 2002 and I,ve met him in person in Toronto in 2005. He was the same good guy on the board and in real life. Mike was true and everybody knows it is not always the case with people we met on forum. He was true and generous. I remember how kind he was with some members who was going through bad moments: he was always there to help in many ways. He always been nice with me, writing to me in french and he laugh when I told him he had an english accent when he wrote in french. He called me his french amie. When we met in Toronto he hug me warmly. I feel privileged I've met him and being called a friend by him. I will always remember him with a smile. Thank you Beatnut my friend for ther joy you bring in my heart. My sincere condoleances to his family. You are in my thoughts.
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Clorinda:
QueenBee:
I can't wait for the time when someone starts the thread of stories about Mike/Beatnut.
Me too, Judy .... I know we all have some gems we can share. Mike truly believed that laughter was the best medicine for the soul and he is probably already impatient that we aren't roasting him and roaring with laughter yet (Mike was last on line when God was handing out patience :wink. He was happiest when he was center stage and holding each of us in the palm of his hand. I have a feeling our Remembering Beat thread will go on for pages and pages and pages ... and he's going to love every minute of it
dorothy:
P.s. would anyone get mad if I took mikes picture and make a graphic out of it? In memory of him.
((((((Dotty)))))))), I think that's a lovely idea and I know he would be honored to have you do that for him
Great! I will try to be done with it tomorrow. If not, it wil be sunday. I want to try to make it perfect.
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It' not the best. However, I tryed with the only picture Of mike I had to work with.
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Hokey Smokes, I missed these threads and didn't hear the news until someone emailed me. When I see Beatnuts name on a thread I just assume it is more silliness. He will be very missed. It feels like with the forum that we are all family, we are all connected, you just assume everyone will be here forever. This was very sad news to hear. I met Mike a few times, and he was great! His threads, no matter how perverse, added alot to the forum. He always spoke what was on his mind, and made this a more enjoyable place. I just know somewhere he is rocking with John, George, and Stu. Podgie ( ) Monkey
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Sad really does not convey the feelings one has when one so young, so fun, and so full of life departs this earthly existence. I was not one of his really close friends but I was fortunate to have spent time with Nike from time to time. Beatlefest 2005 Mike was having sinus problems and was up in his room at the hotel. I went up to see him. We spent a couple of hours together talking about everything. Having health problems myself, he was always more concerned how I was doing. Always wanted to know what it was like to have lost my leg to cancer at age 10. Wanted to know about my kidney transplant. While answering his questions I would see a tear fall from his eye. When it was time for me to go he got up and gave me the tightest hug ever. He seemed to internalize what I had gone through. I did know he was very ill but was not ready to let him go..... RIP Mike john
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dorothy:
It' not the best. However, I tryed with the only picture Of mike I had to work with.
That's beautiful ((((Dottie))))))