Postcard sent out by the R.E.M. Fan Club 3/27/95 : A Note To Our Friends As Bill continues his recovery, all of us are counting our blessings that he is okay and his health will be fully restored. How soon we do not know, and when the tour will resume is still very much up in the air. But first things first, which is for Bill to get well, and that is happening day by day. Three weeks to the day after his surgery, Bill played a vigorous 18 holes of golf, and seemed very much on his game. His spirits are good, especially considering all that he has been through. Among the many positive things to come out of this unexpected and scary turn of events has been the incredible outpouring of support for Bill that has come from all quarters - people on the street, friends, fans, and family. He is much loved, and all those thoughts and pryayers have definitely been a comfort to him and the rest of us. Many Thanks, R.E.M. 27 March 1995