Posted on April 21, 2008 - by Morgan Howard
Video Interview of Captain Phil, “I damn near died on the boat”
It appears the word is out… Captain Phil faced a fatal situation this season, but we don’t know when or what episode it will show up on. In fact, he’s still not fully recovered as of today. But, let Captain Phil tell you in his own words what really happened… after the jump is a video from a WGN TV9 interview he did in Chicago with Keith Colburn.
Here is the summary by Discovery Channel of Tuesday new episode:
Deadliest Catch
A Numbers Game
TV-14 (L)A mechanical breakdown presses Northwestern’s Edgar to make a dangerous repair. Meanwhile questionable counting makes Sig lose his temper. Hard work separates the greenhorns on Wizard. On Cornelia Marie, Phil’s health is failing and impacts the crew.
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April 23, 2008
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Jennifer McKenzie said:
WOW!!!! Phil take care of yourself. And don’t let Jake use your credit card anymore.
We love you!!!!!!
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April 23, 2008
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Lisa Young said:
Hey Phil: You are my favorite and I am sorry to hear about your health. Hope that you are better soon. You need to take better care of your self. Boys you need to stop doing all this stuff that causes your dad’s blood pressure to rise, you need to take care of your dad and make sure that he is going to be around for many more fishing seasons and many more years of your life.
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April 24, 2008
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Bobby76 said:
Phil, take care of yourself. Your boys need you to keep them in line (and kick their A$$ once in a while)..Love you and your crew. Looks like a great bunch to be around. Good luck and god bless..
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April 24, 2008
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Amy Dyson said:
Hey Capt Phil,
Sorry to hear that you were ill. My family and i are also into commercial fishing.Granted it’s not like what you fellas do, you’re all some tough cookies.Get well soon and take care of yourself. See you on discovery Tuesday night.
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April 24, 2008
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bryan smith said:
Phil:
Take care of yourself your sons need you I lost my own dad to cancer at 70 and I was 40 took it real hard it would devastate your sons.You are a great captain I would have been honored to serve under you when I was on board the 378′ cutters back in the eighties up in the bering sea on fishery patrols.Get out on your harley and in the wind relaxing best of health .
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April 24, 2008
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helli said:
My God, chill out everyone…Phil is the strongestof anyone around. Lay off his boys, they love their Dad and would never do anything to hurt him. Trust me Pil (and Jake) can afford the freaking TV. Yes, Phil went through an ordeal but he is fine and doing his thing…he’ll be fine. Lay off the stupid “strong die young bullshit, it is the strong, ornery people that survive health issues. Phil can still kick anyones ass, and will continue to be the strong extraordinary person we all love. Tell him to enjoy life and get laid, not friggin lay down and take this BS. He needs encouragement not your condolenscences.
Anyway, sorry I’m not so usually opiniated but give them a break! The strong just get stronger, and that is what Phil will do, anyone want to put big money on it..and I personally think that whomever is calling Jake and Josh “punks” need to learn the meaning of the word. This is completely inappropriate!
Still love you all, but think about the negative conatations your putting in our favorite crews mind…Mind your fucking manner, folks.
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April 24, 2008
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Sharon said:
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April 24, 2008
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Cynthia Dragish said:
Phil,
I don’t even know if you check out these notes on this blog. My suspicion is that you may not even know what the word “blog” means! You’re a fisherman. A hard-working, get-the-job-done-no-matter-what guy. My dad was the same way. He was a longshoreman on the Delaware River in Philly. Long story short, life took him all too quickly away from us in 2002 when he died at 52 years old for not taking good enough care of himself – his diabetes or his heart. He just kept going and going like that damn Energizer Bunny. But you know what? He did what he wanted to do in life. His #1 dream was to get a house on a hill in the country. He worked thousands of hours of overtime to do it. And he did. He was only able to live there 7 years, but he made his dream come true. I’m telling you this because I know you’re going to do whatever you want, whether that’s take care of yourself or not, and your kids will respect you for whatever decision you make – because they know you made your dreams come true. For the sake of them, I hope you do take better care of yourself. I’d love to have my dad back, and wish he did. But I don’t regret the lifestyle he had or the career he had. He was damn good at it. And I never got the chance to tell him that. You’re damn good at your job too Phil, you’re an inspiration for a lot of us out here. Just please don’t forget that once you’re gone from this world, there’s nothing that will replace you. God Bless.
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April 25, 2008
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The Boog said:
I hope that if any of this is on the show that they handle it with great sensitivity. I hope they do not show you having a medical emergency because it’s not something I want to see but if they decide to they better not exploit the situation.
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April 25, 2008
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Aly said:
I really like what helli said actually.
Phil = Strong and will get better and/or is better now
Josh & Jake = Very sweet, they love their dad very much
TV = good (it got me out of trouble with my mom when I did something similar not long after that episode aired…I didn’t think it would be a big deal, but it was to my mom LOL)
Phil,
You’re really strong and I really like watching you and your kids on tv. Be safe, have fun with your motorcycles and birdfeeders (or birdhouses, which was it?), and have lots of luck fishing!
Also, tell Jake that I
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April 26, 2008
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Ashley said:
Hey Phil!
Hope you’re getting better, and QUICKLY! I love your personality! You always make us smile! Get well SOON! Hi to the Cornelia Marie crew too! You guys really bust your a$$e$ out there. I can’t imagine working in weather like that… Living in Iowa for about 25 years, I’m no stranger to the 20 below zero crap, but being wet too?? I wonder how you do it! You guys have an AWESOME captain! What a privilege to work for a man like Phil. I’m jealous! Take good care of each other.
Lots of love,
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April 26, 2008
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Rose said:
Dear Phil, I just learned that you haven’t been well, hope that you get better real soon. I love watching the pranks between you and the Northwestern. I get great giggles for those.
Being a lover of seafood, watching you do your thing in Alaska, gives me a greater respect of all “fishermen” around the world.
Hope that you feel better and keep on smiling.
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April 26, 2008
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April said:
Capt. Phil,
I hope you are doing well. I love the show and the Cornelia Marie is my favorite boat to watch. I know first hand how bad aneurysm can be. A couple of years ago my grandmother had one that went in her brain and she almost died. It took her a good six months to recover from it. I can’t imagine how hard it was to suffer one while out at sea. I hope you and your family are doing well!
Stay safe and take care!
April
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April 26, 2008
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Irish Eyes said:
Capt. Phil, I wish you a very speedy recovery! Yours is my favorite crew to watch on Deadliest Catch, you guys are awesome. Take care, be well, Captain!
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April 27, 2008
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cheryl said:
Capt Phil.
I sure hope that your up and around and feeling much better soon. You have those two spending boys to deal with. I do wish you the best. Stay safe.
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April 27, 2008
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Nan walker said:
Hope you are feeling better. I’m not going to preach to you I think you’ve had enough. I’m a smoker and a diabetic with high blood pressure-so I know how changing your lifestyle is. You are going to do what you are going to do and no one but you is going to change that. I lost my mom and dad at 15 and amazingly I’m still alive. I haven’t changed all that much I just slowed it down a little. Your health is #1 and don’t ever forget it. Your kids may drive you nuts but they make life worth living. I was glad to have met you last summer and would really love to see you again. Take care of yourself-because no one is going to do it for you..
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April 27, 2008
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pam from kentucky said:
captain phil. i would love to meet you. i’m in wenatchee washington from july to oct. for fire season. meeting you would make my life complete. you are the hot one and i cheer for you EVERY SEASON!!!!! if i ever got to know you, i bet i could lower your bloodpressure!!!!! there are ways you know. anyway, you are the best. i hope you kick ass this season. hope to meet you soon. love from kentucky.
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April 28, 2008
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Patty said:
Phil,
I hope you are feeling better. Your family, friends, and fans want you to take care of yourself so we can keep you with us for many years to come. Take it easy on the Red Bulls and smoking. We all love you.
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April 28, 2008
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Benson said:
Get well soon! No more cigs and Red Bulls.
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April 29, 2008
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Tasha Dodo bird said:
Phil, Hey buddy hope your feeling better. I think you may have sleep apnea. Go be checked at the local sleep center it helps man.
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April 29, 2008
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Dynomoose said:
Phil,
Geeze louise, you are one lucky SOB to have a pulmonary aneurysm blow without medical attention and still be alive! Damn!
I hope you were at least able to, once you were safely in hospital, use it to guilt Jake a bit for using your credit card.
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April 29, 2008
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tammy said:
hello phil get better, we love your show in indiana and to your sons love your father get him well cause another day is never promised to any of us so take care phil and get well soon
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April 29, 2008
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Rich said:
Phil,
Even tough SOB’s like you have to take it easy once in while. I’m glad your doing better and look forward to seeing you next season.
Fair winds and following seas my friend.
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April 29, 2008
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Adele said:
Dear Capt. Phil, I’ve watched “Deadliest Catch” for two years and have learned to respect the incredible work you and the others are doing. I’m very sorry to learn about your aneurysm and hope that you’ll be feeling better with treatment. You will not miss the cigarettes when you think of how much your family and friends would miss YOU. If you can conquer the Bering Sea, you CAN conquer smoking. I’m keeping a prayer for you and the Cornelia Marie. You and Sig are the best captains in the cold waters. God bless your recovery.
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April 29, 2008
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Stephanie said:
Dear Phil,
I’ve been watching Deadliest Catch ever since it started, haven’t missed an episode ever and never will. I mainly only watch the show for you and you crew because you guys are the best out there and if something were to happen to you what would your boys do man. I know you guys are tough and all but you my friend need to take it easy and trust me once you stop smoking and all your life will be a hell of a lot better. I wish you good luck and a fast recovery Phil, I love ya to death.
An undying fan,
Stephanie
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April 29, 2008
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Smokey said:
Phil,
Life…..It is what it is!!! My wife and I watch the show, ALL THE TIME!!! She likes Sig……. Shes a BLONDE too!?!?!?
But you are the best crabber out there!!! I was a Navy S.E.A.L. I know what its like to be up for days at a time!!!!
Phil, get off the RED BULL!!! The smokes are bad enough…. But the R.B.s will Kill you!! Try something more natural.
I’ve taken a liking for Sobe Energy Drinks…..give it a try. But enough B.S. Take the time to get better, for you,
and your family. The show wouldn’t be the same without you!!! You are the personality that makes the show tick!
My thoughts and prayers are with you… From one sailor to another…. Don’t ever ring that Bell!!!!
Hope to meet for drinks sometime…
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April 29, 2008
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Everlee Best said:
It saddens my heart that Phill was stricken by this unfortunate of the Pulmonary anurism, being a nurse I can understand the emergency status of the situation at the time that it happened. Someone (possibly GOD) was looking out for you to make it home the same way Jesus who was a fisher of men made it home through unbelieveable circumstances. You have once again proven fishermen are aspecial breed not to be compared to any other. Each has his good and bad points all to be taken with a grain of salt, no punn intended. We love you all for what you tirelessly do to provide food for the tables of many.
Hang in there the time of your lives is still ahead. You and only you will have the opportunity to share with the sea her greatest gifts, its openess, its gifts of food and prosperity, and to be humbled by her ability to take us at her bidding.
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Charmaine said:
Cap’n Phil -
You are my favorite pirate! So glad to hear you are better! Best wishes for continued good health to you and your family. Please take care of yourself…
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April 30, 2008
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Hugh said:
Get well and take it easy Phil. You are a down to earth guy(least from what I gather and I am a good judge of character)and I always have much love and respect for all the guys out there at sea. I love the show and have become one of the biggest fans. My ex-father in law had the same condition and I know I dont have to tell you just how lucky you are to be here. I am so glad that you seem to be recovering nicely. Being an ex-oxycontin addict I know how hard it is to beat addiction,but ya really need to try to give up the cigarettes my man. I watched both my mother and father die from emphysema..they were life-long smokers. Well,enough preaching..just take it easy and make those spoiled boys of yours take care of you..LOL. Peace.
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Angela said:
Oh Phil, I’m so thankful you’re alright. Make sure you take your blood pressure meds right and take it easy. You’re still needed by your family and all of us that gather around our TV’s on Tuesday nights to check in on your lives. All of you have brought so much more to people’s lives than you could ever possibly know. Families get together to watch ” Deadliest Catch” just like they did the Tonight Show years ago. Jake & Josh~ take care of the ol’ Man He’s a great guy. Maybe have him keep a smoking log. Have him write down every cig he smokes and a note on why he felt he needed that cig…. It might slow him down a bit. Stay safe all of you! Much love from Kansas
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tiffany haynes said:
phil, i have an undeniable attraction towards you. i only know you from what i see on tv and by web sites, but there is something about you that draws me in. maybe its that you are so dedicated to what you love, maybe its that you bring to life what so many of us dream we could do with courage we could only pray for, maybe its the unconditional love your have for your children that we get to see first hand, maybe its because i think your really hot. What ever it is that makes me feel bonded to you, it broke when i read about what happend. i was terrified for you, your sons and everyone that loves you,{including me}. it would be more than a devistation if something were to happen to you. i am so glad you are doing better, and i know we will probably never meet, but i want you to know that i hold you in my heart. best wishes and good luck in all that you do.
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Kris said:
Dear Capt Phil,
I was relieved to hear that you are doing much better. I, like the rest of your fans have watched you from the beginning of Deadliest Catch and never miss a show. We are similar in the fact that we “take care” of the people in our lives. That is very hard to change, because it is part of what makes you the wonderful person you seem to be.
If you are ever around Pittsburg, let me know. This is one southern belle nurse from MS living in PA that would love to meet you!!
Best to you and your boys, and the great crew you have to keep viewers like me entertained! I love you all!
Always,
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Charlie said:
Phil:
Wow, the Good Lord was sure watching over you and the crew. People don’t usually get to talk about those sort of heart problems. I believe that is what killed John Ritter. We are sure big fans of your’s and hope you are well and fully recovered soon. May you always have a star to steer your vessel by!
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May 1, 2008
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Lisa said:
Phil, I am so relieved to hear that you are on your way to recovery, Thank God. I have watch the show from the very first episode and I have never missed one yet!! I pray that you and the crew, and all the captians and crews, return home to your families each trip. Take care of your self. Remember that there are many, many people praying for you. Sometimes the power of prayer is amazing. Thank you for sharing these trips with the world. God bless. Lisa
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judy said:
I have watch the show from the beganing and also the rerunnings. I just love you guys. keep safe. Also your boys are hell’ve cute!!! Can’t wait to see what the new season holes.
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May 1, 2008
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David said:
Phil,
You guys are the coolest of all cool ! My daughter , Shayna and I watch your show ever times its on……….we NEVER miss it.
LOVE IT.Take better care of your self………..we cant be losing you, and the show. God Bless and “GET OUT THERE AND EARN IT” I love it.
David & Shayna
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May 2, 2008
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Robin said:
Hey Capt. Phil, I love watching Deadliest Catch and you are definitely one of my fav captains. Please slow down on the cigs I would hate to see what happened to my stepdad happen to you he died from two heart attacks because of them also the Cornelia Marie wouldn’t be the same without you. Take care and prayers for you and the crew for a good catch and quick return.
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May 3, 2008
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PAMELA said:
Dear cap:phil.
I,ve been watching the show from the begainning and I,am a very big fan.Their are 4 boats that i really pull for and they are as follows.
1.c.marie———————cap:phil harris—with sons
2.northwestren————- cap:sig hansen,edger and norm hansen.
3.rollo————————-cap:eric nyhammer
3.the mavrick—————–cap:rick and his wife donna.
I WOULD LIKE TO WISH THE GOOD LUCK..THIS OPPIE,KING AND SALMON SEASONS…
as i would like to wish ALL THE BOATS A HEALTH SAFE SEASON AND NO HARM,,,,,
GOD BLESS ALL THE BOATS……………..
***********************TC**********************************
PAMELA.
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Donna said:
i am so glad to hear that you are doing better.. keep taking your meds and get better .. D.
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May 8, 2008
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Tasha Dodo bird said:
Phil, It is wonderful to hear that you are doing better. Have you got to go talk to your local sleep center yet about getting a sleep study done?
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May 9, 2008
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Ryan M said:
Capt. Phil, thanks so much for the entertainment. I really hope that you get well sooner than later so you can get back to what you do best. If you ever need another “greenhorn” I would be more than willing :o) You and all the fleet are in my prayers. FISH ON! – Ryno’
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Hannah said:
Phil,
This is the 1st time i hurd of that, Even though i know u didn’t die it still scared me!
-hannah-
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May 13, 2008
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mark and danielle said:
phil,
its may 13th and we just learned the news of your health condition. like most people that view the deadliest catch, my wife and eye are big fans of the show and what each of you do for a living. my wife is an even bigger fan of your boat specifically(perhaps i should worry ;) ) but we didnt know because we just view the show, so naturally we were very shocked at your physical condition. phil, you and the boys get healthy, and we will look forward to seeing the toughest crew from seattle that there is heading to dutch harbor.
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Bonita said:
Phil,
You need to take better care of yourself! Rest up and get well. we want to see you back fishing-healthier! My husband and I root for you and your crew every week. Get well, hope to see ou back in action soon.
Bonita and Gary
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May 14, 2008
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Julie said:
Phil,
Am glad to hear that you are doing well. You and your boat are the ones I always root for. Be safe and take care.
Julie
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May 14, 2008
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Kathy said:
Phil , I’m so glad your doing better and that you are still with us. I watch for you every week. Ya’ll are #1. Just wouldnt be the same with out you.
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May 14, 2008
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Philip said:
Your one of my favorites Phil! Please cut down on the smokin and red bull. I get tired of hearing it to, but I did cut down a little and do feel better. I’m prayin for you, like many others. Stick around awhile ok? God Bless, and God Speed
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May 15, 2008
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Mary said:
Feel better soon dear Phil!! You could have died on the boat but you didn’t so God isn’t finished with you yet. You have more crab to catch. Much love & get well wishes coming your way! Mary
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May 15, 2008
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Melissa Baker said:
Hey Phil -
I’m glad you are doing better – please cut down on the cigs and the red bull – those boys don’t want to take over the boat just yet from you!
Clots are nothing to mess with – I had a massive stroke almost three years ago from a clot and can’t imagine you not being able to be out on the sea like I’m not out in the world so much anymore.
I love watching you guys and pull for you every week – it was a GREAT Mother’s day to have the DC marathon running all day – didn’t get to go anywhere because it was cold and rainy but watching you guys and enjoying the humor along with the action (and pizza!) was really fun.
Love the blue of the Cornelia Marie! Need a picture of the lady she’s named after on here!
Take care y’all – wishing you a very profitable and safe season-
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Jess said:
CAPTAIN PHIL,
You are definetly my favorite captain on the show! You and your boys are lookers …haha …stay safe and sound good luck this season ,and the ones still to come. I know you will keep going. Keep those handsome gentlmen you raised in line … hide your credit cards… you dont need that stress!!! I hope you feel better soon…we’ll be rooting for you boys!!! love Jess….all the way from cape may new jersey!!!!!