Henrik, Stella and I are heading back to beautiful Rochester NY tomorrow. I won't be posting much first person commentary to this blog for a while, so it will be up to Dad to keep it going ... I don't imagine this will be a problem.
The outpouring of love and support to my family during this past month has been overwhelming and incredibly touching. I beseech everyone to keep that desire to help alive by continuing to extend a hand to someone in need. The greatest gift my dad could receive is the knowledge that the combined energy and skills of those around him are working toward bettering the world. Whether it be volunteering for a shift at a free clinic or picking up litter on the side of an otherwise beautiful road, each act radiates out and touches people in ways you can't imagine.
Now exiting soapbox stage left...
Finally, laughter has continued to be a saving grace during this past month. Thanks to Tom Espinoza and Petey Lao, Dad is now doubled over reconnecting with Calvin and Hobbes and listening to David Sedaris' quirky family tales. Fell free to pass along any good comedy writing, CDs, DVDs, jokes ... Dad prefers material that isn't particularly sexist/racist/homophobic, but rather pokes fun at the common realities of daily living.
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Dear Maryann and Henrik and Stella,
Have a safe trip home to Rochester. We know you have been a wonderful help and we have appreciated your blogs. Love, Phoebe and Peter
I appreciate the picture of Stella [with her parents]. How cool that she got to be in the wedding rather than being left home.
Stella looks very much like my brother's dog, Lucia.
Thanks for the blog so I can keep up-to-date on progress, etc.
Much love, Joani
Thanks for the updates! Happy trails.
Bill Bryson can be very funny. Especially the one about hiking the Appalachian trail.
I send thoughts and love every day.
Barbara Dellenback
even on steroids you have good insight! I have seen many of your patients and tho they must remain nameless in cyberspace, they send their love by at least 3 per day. Orlando L and his Mom specifically insisted I send you their love and prayers. His mom is quite insistent! He continues to lose weight at the tune of 120 lbs! I keep thinking I hear your voice in the cold hallway on the east side and I must say you were the best for consults! I also keep having dreams with you in them, they are always positive and you are doing good things. Do you think I need a sleep study?? Love Ms Day
Thanks so much for the Blog. i, too, shoot up those "arrow prayers" every time I think of two special people in my life, Marjorie and Eric. May all the news be positive. with love, Mary Jane
The wife of a patient told me of your progress, and gave me the information for your website.
I just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you, all of you, during this time. I am so glad to be able to follow your progress.
Hope to see you soon.
Carol Snider
Missing your wise counsel and sense of humor during my work day. Please know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Cresswell, PMMC
eric,
i have been following your updates from you & your family & can't tell you how funny, irreverent, and wonderful i find them.
keep to the path you find yourself on...there are many of us there for you, hoping to lighten your burden, if only just a little.
thanks for the kind card you sent me...it touched me tremendously.
blessings, positive thoughts, & powerful prayers for you!!!
love,
janice lambson
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