CJ
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Post by CJ on Nov 3, 2004 12:17:06 GMT -5
Wow, I am actually surprised not to see your own name on your list Rob.
Top ten list huh...well you have to remember I am a product of the "WWF" of the 80's so I don't like too many of the new up and coming stars. Not enough flash and character.
10. The Rockers
9. Owen Hart (The whole Hart family but I liked Owen more then Bret...ducking from thrown objects from Rob)
8. Bob Holly
7. Jimmy Snuka
6. Pepper Gomez
5. Randy Savage
4. The Rock
3. LOD
2. Hulk Hogan
1. The Undertaker
Most of that is totally based on Character and Charisma and not totally based on skill. And I know anyone who knows me is SHOCKED not to see Kevin Nash or Shawn Michaels(alone) on there. LOL They just rank too high to be on a list with those others. LOL As for Earthquake, the flaw in this list is that it is limited to 10. But if we stretched it to 15
11. British Bulldogs
12. Earthquake
13. Junkyard Dog
14. Ivory
15. Molly Holly(I love that she clanged Hurricane in the head with a skillet for the Hardcore Championship!)
Lita, John Cena, Sting, Andre the Giant and Ric Flair would probably round out the rest of the top 20.
As for HHH...I just can't stand him now. LOVED him with DX can't stand him now.
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 3, 2004 13:49:22 GMT -5
Alright Rob...you asked for it...you got it!
The Jake the Snake Roberts-Earthquake-Damien Angle.
Vince McMahon himself was the main engineer of this, so I don't think by my speaking up at this point, I will be breaking KAYFABE...after all, it's been over 13 years and the business has changed...so, here goes!
As many of you I'm sure will remember, this was "the Death of Damien", and occured the night AFTER WrestleMania VII, at the "WWF Superstars of Wrestling" TV tapings at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. In a match between 'Quake and Jake the Snake, 'Quake was in the ring, when Jake made his way to the ring, of course carrying the green bag with Damien inside. Jake opens the bag and throws Damien into the ring. Earthquake exits the ring "in panic", and the referee forces Jake to put the snake back into the bag, tie it closed and place the bag under the ring. Later in the match, Jake is tied up in the ropes. So, 'Quake gets the "snake-bag'' from under the ring, throws it into the ring, kicks at the bag, then proceeds to give the bag the "Earthquake Splash" twice. Jake finally gets loose, has trouble opening the bag, looks inside, and sees that "Damien" was 'dead'. Jake cries in dispair.
Now...the behind-the-scenes story.
I was following Vince's instructions, and this was all done in his office. Earlier. I was called to Vince's office. I was told about the angle, and was required to stuff TWO nylons with HAMBURGER!!! Once the two separate nylons were stuffed with with hamburger, I placed the "prepared" (lol) hamburger into an identical green bag and tied the top closed like Jake does. I was then informed to place the bag into the shower to wet it down, just in case some of the blood or juices were to leak, to cover up the possibility of leakage. You'll notice, if you've seen the tape, that Jake had a very difficult time getting the bag's tie-string undone and the bag opened. That was because the bag and tie-string were wet and knotted up too tightly. I was sweating THAT part! lol But, to answer the BIG question...YES, Damien WAS in the FIRST bag that Jake actually carried to the ring. The switch was made by another ring attendent, who had earlier placed the meated bag in a designated position under the ring, just to the side of the of the "real" Damien. The mystery's OVER!!! Earthquake "killed" a sack-full of HAMBURGER! lol
So, ther you have it...the TRUE story of "The Death of Damien"!
Michael Porter
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 6, 2004 13:23:02 GMT -5
HEY EVERYBODY,
I received an e-mail this morning from 'Quake! He informed me that he mistakenly told me that he would get the results from his last two Chemotherapy sessions this past Monday. In fact, he will get those results THIS coming Monday, November 8th. But, he DOES say that he is feeling GREAT!!! I know that you are ALL happy to hear THAT! I will let you know more as I get it!
Keep those prayers and well wishes coming...they ARE working!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CARING for Earthquake John Tenta!
Michael Porter
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Post by CaptainAmerica on Nov 6, 2004 16:54:48 GMT -5
okay my top ten list
1. Bret "The Hitman" Hart
2. Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka
3. Earthquake
4. Ric Flair
5. Rob Van Dam
6. Randy "The Legend Killer" Orton
7. Mic Foley
8 Andre The Giant
9 Ken "The worlds most dangerous man" Shamrock (common hes a shoot fighter)
10 A.J. Styles
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 6, 2004 17:36:57 GMT -5
HEY THERE...
I just got off the phone with 'Quake at about 2:15 or 2:20pm today! He says he's feeling REALLY good! He also says that he's surprised that he feels as good as he does! He has also said that he CAN'T believe how much support, how many prayers, and how many well wishes he has received! He didn't know just how many people REALLY cared about what was going on with him! This was the first time that I've actually spoken with him, since we worked together in the WWF. I just sat here with tears rolling down, while I was talking with him. He wants you all to know how humbled he is for, and much he TRUELY appreciates your prayers and well wishes! And, SO DO I!!! He said he would let me know the results when he gets them on Monday. And, he goes back into the hospital on Tuesday for his NEXT round of Chemotherapy. So...PLEASE keep up the prayers for 'Quake on Monday, for the results, and on Tuesday, as he starts his next round of chemo! THANK YOU ALL!!!
I'll keep you posted when I hear anymore updates.
Michael Porter
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Post by Rob Wilds on Nov 10, 2004 5:23:01 GMT -5
Any new word Mike?
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Post by Professor Pimpstatus on Nov 10, 2004 13:17:00 GMT -5
okay.. top ten lists huh.
Before I make my list let me just say I hope Earthquake pulls through. I talked to him a couple times in the wrestlecrap forums, and he was always a nice guy to all of us. Always loved his matches.
Top 10... here we go
1. [glow=yellow,2,300]Hulk Hogan[/glow] 2. Sabu 3. Rob Van Dam 4. Nugget (still miss you Owen) 5. Mick Foley 6. Macho Man Randy Savage 7. Ravishing Rick Rude 8. Mr. Perfect Kurt Henning 9. White Trash Johnny Webb 10. Steph McManhon (hey she was womans champ for a while.. and nice to look at too)
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 10, 2004 14:03:27 GMT -5
NO NEWS yet, Rob. I'm hoping to hear from 'Quake SOON. I DO know that he was due to go back into the hospital YESTERDAY for another round of Chemotherapy. I'll let you know when I hear anything.
Michael Porter
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 16, 2004 19:47:02 GMT -5
Hey EVERYBODY...
Sorry that I haven't given any updates...BUT, my computer has been in the shop for the last several days, and I hadn't been able to get online for a few days before that. Anyways...this is a quote from 'Quake:
"Well, a bit of bad news for me. The tumor didn't shrink any farther during the last two sessions. I've already had another chemo session with different medicine, and will get another scan done in a couple weeks. Spirits are still good, but was a little bummed out. 'Quake"
Anyway...maybe the tumor DIDN'T shrink any more, BUT, at least it DIDN'T grow either!!! And at least THAT is good news! Keep the prayers and well wishes coming in! They DO work!
I'll be back with MORE when I hear anything! THANKS!
Michael Porter
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 26, 2004 12:25:19 GMT -5
Hey EVERYBODY,
I received this e-mail from 'Quake this morning! I had been getting a little worried since I last heard from him about the tumor NOT shrinking any more. But, it's better news THIS time! Here is the majority of the e-mail, (minus some personal stuff):
Hi Michael, I'm sorry, I just have been a little busier than usual. I've tried to be out more. I'm doing fine. I was supposed to get a scan this last week to see how the new chemo was working, but it got cancelled. The doctor wants me to go through two courses before I get a scan done. I go in Monday for the second round which gets followed up a week later with another blast of chemo. I've been a little more fatigued with this chemo, so I'm thinking its got to be doing something because the last two rounds of chemo that didn't work- I felt just a little too good, you know what I mean? How was your match? Did it go well? I'm sure it did. You've been around us guys long enough to know if the plan falls through- FAKE IT! How was your Thanksgiving? Mine was great. We got the kids to actually play board games with us, and watch a video! Then we had a great turkey dinner. Not much else new here so I'll let you go. Sorry I had you worried. God bless, John
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Post by Rob Wilds on Nov 27, 2004 17:04:22 GMT -5
It cracks me up to think of Big Bad Monster Heel Quake chilling with his kids and playing board games. When you hear Earthquake, thats not really the image you get. Crushing Warrior, Droping a leg on Hogan, throwing a crushing clothline into Herculies, Now playing board games. I hope to get a chance to meet Quake sometime soon. Then look out. Full on "Mark Mode" begins. Remind ya of when I met Bret Mike? LOL.
Quake, If you ever get a chance to read this board. We all wish you the best and hope to meet you soon.
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Post by michaelporter on Nov 30, 2004 16:22:44 GMT -5
Hey,
I just got this from 'Quake:
I just returned home from another round of chemo today. I feel pretty good as usual, just hope the darn stuff does the trick this time. I don't have a new scan scheduled but I think it was mistakenly left off so I should have some news soon. 'Quake
WE certainly HOPE and PRAY so, 'Quake!
Michael Porter
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Post by michaelporter on Dec 19, 2004 12:35:01 GMT -5
HEY EVERYBODY,
I received this from 'Quake just this morning!
"Hi Michael, I'm doing fine. I had my bone and cat scans done on Thursday and get the results tomorrow when I go in for another round of chemo. I got a blood transfusion on Tuesday which made me feel so much better. I won't hesitate next time they suggest one. I was short of breath, and fatigued before that. I just wasn't thrilled with the idea of putting other people's blood inside me, but my body wasn't doing the job by itself. How are you doing? Congratulations on getting your show back. I wish you the best of luck in everything. I'll wish you a Merry Christmas now just in case I get too busy during the holidays. All the best to you. 'Quake"
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Post by CaptainAmerica on Dec 23, 2004 17:33:49 GMT -5
yea rob i agree seeing quake the bruiser the ultimate heel playing board games with his kids is pretty funny
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Post by michaelporter on Dec 23, 2004 20:19:29 GMT -5
HEY EVERYBODY...
Here is some GREAT NEWS from 'Quake! This comes along just at the RIGHT time of year!
"First of all I'd like to thank everyone for all the long, continued support, and prayers you've been giving me. Secondly, I'd like to wish everyone a great Christmas, and all the best in the New Year. Thirdly, I received some VERY encouraging news this past Monday. My tumor is SHRINKING AGAIN! On the scan, my doctor said she had to look very closely and slowly at the scan or she may have missed the tumor. It now looks like just a small dot on the scan. We're trying to finish it off now, as I went through another round of chemo on Monday, and get a follow-up dose this Monday. The plan is two more rounds, then hopefully the tumor will be gone, and we'll talk about preventitive maintenance chemo. I was sooooo relieved, you guys. Before the blood transfusion, I was getting a few negative thoughts creeping in. Now I feel good again, and confident I'll be getting a second chance at life. I'm not ready to go skiing like I read Dr. Death Steve Williams is(That is great for him! Go Steve!), but I'm feeling good. I'm not out of the woods yet, but as I've been telling my son for years since he was a baby, "I'm the biggest, baddest gorilla in the jungle!" I'll find my way out soon. God bless you all, and thanks again for everything. Merry Christmas! 'Quake"
KEEP those PRAYERS going and the Well Wishes coming!THEY ARE WORKING!!!
Michael Porter
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