tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post1301471691309729531..comments2023-07-11T03:07:01.450-07:00Comments on Steve: Back to Square 1Stevehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15126047212661893626noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-85842171426343951772008-05-06T12:27:00.000-07:002008-05-06T12:27:00.000-07:00Hey Moke,This new news stinks. I have no doubt th...Hey Moke,<BR/><BR/>This new news stinks. I have no doubt that you will once again fight through this, but I hate that you have to. When you can tolerate some company, please let me know. Bean left today (3:30 am) I was up to say good-bye but it's put me in a downer mood. I guess I need some of Lyndsay's blogs to pick me up.<BR/><BR/>Steven, I know they have given you pain meds so don't be afraid to use them. If they don't work , there are plenty out there for you to try, just be vocal about it. As poppie used to say "the meek only inherit shit".<BR/><BR/>I love you soooooo much. My love to your soulmate.<BR/><BR/>Now on to the @#^&* word verification.annabellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08959529712163408822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-25548931098505521742008-05-05T17:56:00.000-07:002008-05-05T17:56:00.000-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.The Dudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04978399068644442989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-66706446476274920382008-05-05T16:58:00.000-07:002008-05-05T16:58:00.000-07:00Quite a set back my, my angel. But the troops are ...Quite a set back my, my angel. But the troops are poised and ready to rally. I wish there was more to say, but I think you know the drill...Happy Cinco de Mayo. Oh, how I wish we could sneak a bit of Tequila through Peg.....Another time, perhaps! I am certain you know that I love you more then I could possibly express.<BR/><BR/>I love you, Jen.Aunt Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16631940098994301023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-13645455384151800072008-05-05T12:50:00.000-07:002008-05-05T12:50:00.000-07:00hi steven,i'm so sorry to hear you're feeling so b...hi steven,<BR/><BR/>i'm so sorry to hear you're feeling so badly. hopefully, cinqo de mayo is turning out to be a better day for you. sending you prayers and yoga intentions from seattle!<BR/>laurenlauren granthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08871086555308056258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-77820007360439126242008-05-05T09:49:00.001-07:002008-05-05T09:49:00.001-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Aaron Van Dykehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12816446327285793226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-15883028227840950292008-05-05T09:49:00.000-07:002008-05-05T09:49:00.000-07:00Hey Steve-- Still thinking about and praying for y...Hey Steve-- Still thinking about and praying for you here in Boston. You've shown amazing courage and endurance so far and I have no doubt you'll be able to push through this latest uncertainty. Hang in there!<BR/><BR/>-AaronAaron Van Dykehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12816446327285793226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-22822143310942733802008-05-05T00:13:00.000-07:002008-05-05T00:13:00.000-07:00Speaking of Clifford, I wanted to share some of th...Speaking of Clifford, I wanted to share some of the funnier lines:<BR/><BR/>Clifford: Wasn't nice of the mean old lady to smash your collarbone was it, Steffen? <BR/><BR/>Clifford: How many years you think you'll get for kidnapping me, Uncle Ten-Most-Wanted? <BR/><BR/>Martin Daniels: That was so ebarrassing with Mr. Ellis. Please don't ever tell someone that they have a nice wig. <BR/>Clifford: I said it was the bestest-looking wig I ever saw. It was a compliment. <BR/>Martin Daniels: He says he doesn't wear a wig, and a person doesn't take it as a compliment if you say, "Nice wig". <BR/>Clifford: But I didn't say "Nice wig", Uncle Martin, I said "Bestest-looking wig". I believe there is a difference. <BR/><BR/>Clifford: Oh Uncle Martin, I am so glad you're here. I got on the train to run away, but a person tried to touch my no-no special place! And when I got back, there were bikers here. And they tied me up, Uncle Martin, and then they told me stories that they do on their bikes. Some of them were fun but some of them were scary! <BR/><BR/>Clifford: Any luck with that chocolate? <BR/><BR/>Love you,<BR/>RyanRye Breadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10959688824075924399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-79665397023562710382008-05-04T23:30:00.000-07:002008-05-04T23:30:00.000-07:00Hi Steve. It's Kelly. Remember, we have the same...Hi Steve. It's Kelly. Remember, we have the same birthday. I wanted to tell you that I'm thinking of you often for several reasons. One being that I'm living in Eugene now and when I first moved in to my house I soon discovered that I lived only a few blocks away from BJ's Welcome Inn. What a great surprise. I had almost forgot about that place, but I think it's a memory that we shouldn't forget. Also, I've been training with Team XO here and we sometimes workout with the Oregon Track Club which used to be the farm team....so I occasionally see Nicole Teter at practice. Every time I see her, I think of the time you Carlos and I were cooling down at Stanford and when we ran by, you yelled something to her. I have no idea what you said, or why I thought it was so funny, but that moment stuck with me for some reason. Also, I watched Clifford a while ago and am beginning to think that the bartender was conspiring against the uncle...theory, theory. And let me just say that I know none other like you, Steve. I've seen you run and I know that you have pure strength of the body and mind. My thoughts are with you.Kelly Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00748736348636650717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-31089529212330115902008-05-04T19:35:00.000-07:002008-05-04T19:35:00.000-07:00hey steve, you don't know me but I spent my southe...hey steve, you don't know me but I spent my southern hemisphere summer in New Zealand trying to get away from this crazy hick kid from spokane. Me being a crappy runner and him being a good one I never did break the shackles, though he told me all about you and how you always wooped his arse. Spot on brother.<BR/><BR/>Rob DeanThe Last Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04743090074573833718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-8277653644500455522008-05-04T19:24:00.000-07:002008-05-04T19:24:00.000-07:00Happy Birthday Jeanie,I can't imagine a better bir...Happy Birthday Jeanie,<BR/><BR/>I can't imagine a better birthday present than a smile from Steven.<BR/><BR/>I was thinking earlier today about what I could say to you that I haven't already said-and I couldn't think of anything. So I will repeat some things that best describe how I feel about you. <BR/>A sister always loves her brothers, and looks up to them alomst in admiration. When the brother in my case Tom, decides to marry, I can't think of anyone that deserves him-but then we meet Jean, and not only does she deserve my brother and becomes a wonderful wife to him, she also becomes another sister to me.<BR/><BR/>Jean, I love you with all of my heart.<BR/><BR/>Birthdays come but once a year, so we sing this message clear, happy birthday Jeanie dear, happy birthday 'til next year.<BR/><BR/>Love,<BR/>LynnUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08083488524844919212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-77995880730775500932008-05-04T19:14:00.000-07:002008-05-04T19:14:00.000-07:00Hi Baby Doll,I am hoping the pain meds and sleep a...Hi Baby Doll,<BR/><BR/>I am hoping the pain meds and sleep are making you feel stronger. It's so hard to comprehend the pain you've experienced, as I am one that can't tolerate any sort of pain.<BR/>I'm hoping you will be strong enough to go home soon- and let the real nurse Nightingale (ie Jen of course) take care of you.<BR/><BR/>Not much going on here in the Valley, but please remember we are all praying and sending healthy thoughts your way.<BR/><BR/>I was thinking of a story this morning, when Patrick and Danny spent the night at your house when you all were pretty little. The next morning Danny called and asked if I could pick him up. I was surprised that he wanted to come home so soon. So I picked him up and asked why he wanted to go home so early. His response was that he was really hungry, and the only thing to eat for breakfast was rice cakes with peanut butter on top. So needless to say we ended up going to Winchells for donuts.<BR/><BR/>So when peg comes out and you are hungry, I promise to bring rice cakes with peanut butter.<BR/><BR/>I'll like you for always, and I'll love you forever, as long as I'm living, my baby you'll be.<BR/><BR/>Aunt, LynnieUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08083488524844919212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-87200029158554213152008-05-04T17:22:00.000-07:002008-05-04T17:22:00.000-07:00Steven, Lizzie, Pat and I went down to the Greek f...Steven, <BR/><BR/>Lizzie, Pat and I went down to the Greek festival last night and ate some dalmathes (sp?) for you...I was dreaming of you enjoying them the whole time. Can't wait till that time comes. <BR/><BR/>Ryan, I am glad to hear you are reading The Alchemist...it really is a good book and most of his other books are too...all about the road of life. <BR/><BR/>Jean, happy birthday!!<BR/><BR/>Steve, again, as many have said, I hope today was at least more comfortable and that this week brings much needed good news. As I write this, my dad and I are watching "Saraphina" and there is a wonderful song (that my dad just said is his favorite) and the lyrics say "you can wound us, but you can't stop us." Fitting, I think.<BR/><BR/>Love you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-76714382038384130492008-05-04T16:26:00.000-07:002008-05-04T16:26:00.000-07:00Hey Steve - this is pat haas. I was thinking of y...Hey Steve - this is pat haas. I was thinking of you earlier today because I ran a 10k in portland this morning...that is, I went 6.2 miles, although I'm not sure you'd call it "running" per se, but let's not dwell on the specifics. <BR/><BR/>Anyhow, my Dad liked to run (as I know you do) and he kept a poster in our garage of a man running down an apparently endless road leading into the distance. The caption said "the race is not always to the swift but to those who keep going," (or something close anyway.) I'm sure you've heard that a 1000 times before, but that sort of insight can't be repeated too often. <BR/><BR/>I hate to think about what you're going through but I wanted to tell you that I think you have an amazing amount of strength and tenacity to keep moving forward regardless of setbacks. I read that Winston Churchill said, "If you're walking through hell, keep walking." There's some good advice and good humor in that quote.<BR/><BR/>I'll keep you in my prayers. Running in the northwest is a real treat. If I'd known how many pretty girls liked to run, I'd have started a LONG time ago. Whatever keeps you going, I guess. Let me know if you've read Charles Bowden's "Blue Desert." I'd be happy to send you a copy. <BR/><BR/>Talk to you soon - patpatrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11790654330274327099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-85546782893114835442008-05-04T14:55:00.000-07:002008-05-04T14:55:00.000-07:00Happy Birthday. Jean. So glad you got that big sm...Happy Birthday. Jean. So glad you got that big smile from Steven. That's what it's all about. Tom and Bean should be there by now. Made a fast lazagne this morning and sent it down with some tuna salad for Jen's lunches. Gonna call Amie and see what time she is going back. I plan to go to 5:00 mass and thought maybe I could take Rye and Amie to Sweet Tomatoes and celebrate your birthday. Give us a chance to toast you. You are a wonderful daughter in law and as Paw Paw Morrison would say, "the toast of Jefferson County". I love you, Jean. Hope this year is your very best!!!annabellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08959529712163408822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-30544601479064582032008-05-04T14:23:00.000-07:002008-05-04T14:23:00.000-07:00Thanks for the birthday sentiments. All I really ...Thanks for the birthday sentiments. All I really wanted was to see a smile on Steven's face, which he did grace me with this morning...what a treat! It actually went along with, "How old are you?" so maybe the smile was that I had to do the math to remember. Goes with age. <BR/>Glad to see you are doing your homework, Ryan, while I am away. I also noticed the posted homework reference was at 1 o'clock this morning! You are truly a teenager and on your brother's schedule it appears.<BR/>Steven is staying one more night in the hospital. They are concentrating on getting the head pain under control. I heard the doctor use the term "Superior Vena Cava Syndrome". I haven't "webmd"ed it yet so who knows if I spelled that correctly. It apparently does not indicate a spread of the disease just a very painful side effect of the treatment. Biopsy results are a day or two away. As usual he has not complained and his nurses always get a sweet smile from him.Mudgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13356414579565707401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-82203670158283122802008-05-04T12:20:00.000-07:002008-05-04T12:20:00.000-07:00Moke: You have an amazing support system in your m...Moke: You have an amazing support system in your mom and dad and bro and sis, plus an army of people all over the country, any one of which would gladly step into your shoes for a day if it meant we could share your pain. I love you and am thinking positive thoughts.<BR/><BR/>FYI, if you are up to wathcing the D-backs game Monday night, there's a new rookie, Max Schurzer, who's getting his first major league start. He throw's upper nineties. He's kind of a big deal.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04617281206926639826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-26647474016700316522008-05-04T11:41:00.000-07:002008-05-04T11:41:00.000-07:00Let's not forget that in the Alchemist, the boy is...Let's not forget that in the Alchemist, the boy is a shephard in southern spain, surrounded by hills and sheep. His legend and treasure are under his and his flocks feet/hooves. But He MUST go on his journey before he can LIVE this legend. You can not run that race until you toe the line. (excuse the mixed metaphor)<BR/> <BR/>Steve, when you eat meat again, i'm coming down and making you some lamb. Eat More Lamb, 50,000 coyotes can't be wrong. (NZedders eat 39 pounds of sheep a year per capita, we ''freedomers'' eat only 1 pound, free your stomach of beef)<BR/><BR/>Also, no amount of alchemy can change the things that aren't gold in life, into gold. But gold still exists. And you Steve, need to be around to help me find it.The Dudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04978399068644442989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-55404191544961894492008-05-04T11:05:00.000-07:002008-05-04T11:05:00.000-07:00Everything Mary said about Jean is so true. Jean ...Everything Mary said about Jean is so true. Jean makes me smile just to see her. Happy Birthday, Jeanie! Love you! GregGreghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00768860996721331511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-45964632765886783102008-05-04T10:38:00.000-07:002008-05-04T10:38:00.000-07:00Today we celebrate the birthday of a very special ...Today we celebrate the birthday of a very special individual. For so many years, we have been blessed with her sincere demeanor, infectious laugh, her positive attitiude, but most importantly, her undying sbility to always be present when needed. She always shows up. For all you parents whose lives are consumed with your children's, you can only imagine the unimaginable....your child becoming seriously ill. I have had the extreme pleasure of watching this mother serve as an example to us all. She is continually upbeat, to the point of reminding all of us that Steve responds to our level of positivity so much. Her undying faith in God is remarkable (yes, sometimes I do get a tad tired of her pleading with us to attend a Mass for the Healing), but that's what makes her so unique. Her ability to laugh at herself is so endearing. I cannot express how many times she has been there to pick me when life seemed all to overwhelming. And now, watchng her care for Steve is an experience I will never forget. So today, pleased raise your coffee mugs your wine glasses, Steve, Peg), and toast one of the most exceptional woman I have had the privedge to know and love.<BR/><BR/>Happy Birthday, Jean. I love you so very much!Aunt Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16631940098994301023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-42917425589150914452008-05-04T01:05:00.000-07:002008-05-04T01:05:00.000-07:00Hey TT, I love you and am thinking about you as I ...Hey TT, <BR/><BR/>I love you and am thinking about you as I read the book The Alchemist. It is all about fullfilling your personal legend(your goal in life). It just talks about how you can not give up because when you want something the whole universe conspires to help you obtain it. In the book, the main character is on a quest to fullfil his personal legend and is obstructed many times by objects trying to stop him. I thought that it kind of related.<BR/><BR/>Love you, <BR/>RyanRye Breadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10959688824075924399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-28747322500913090652008-05-03T19:17:00.000-07:002008-05-03T19:17:00.000-07:00love you cousin..love you cousin..Danny Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16767647936320679206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-13677188029914980802008-05-03T19:16:00.000-07:002008-05-03T19:16:00.000-07:00Oh Mooch, I forgot to answer your question....I ha...Oh Mooch, <BR/>I forgot to answer your question....I hate the word verification as well...I feel like it's a sobriety test that I fail a lot.<BR/><BR/>My love and prayers for everyone tonight...Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08083488524844919212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-29606805821036931612008-05-03T19:13:00.000-07:002008-05-03T19:13:00.000-07:00Hi Baby Doll,I am so glad to hear that you are get...Hi Baby Doll,<BR/><BR/>I am so glad to hear that you are getting some relief. I think easing the pain and letting your body rest will make a world of difference in how you feel. <BR/><BR/>Before you give the "thumbs up or down" on Uncle Beanie ie. Uncle Buck, coming to visit, just a word of wisdom, in case you forgot. When he gets to Phx he eats nonstop, whether it be red chili burros made with goat meat, or any other specialty meal-which is an ok thing, until he stomach tries to digest, then he has a big problem with flatulence. Just a nice reminder....it can be very embarrassing..<BR/><BR/>I'll see and talk to via the blog tomorrow. I am blowing kisses your way...<BR/><BR/>Love,<BR/>Aunt LynnieUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08083488524844919212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-12634346998263758302008-05-03T17:33:00.000-07:002008-05-03T17:33:00.000-07:00Hi Moke,Heard today that the pain meds were doing ...Hi Moke,<BR/><BR/>Heard today that the pain meds were doing their job. Let's hope they got it right. Bean came in last night and it was so good to see him. He is at your Dad's house now. He said he was going over to help hime with the lawn work, no really that's what he said. He has already had two Molly's tamales and some shrimp dish in spicy sauce.<BR/><BR/>Stu, don't worry about all the references to scata (I think that's how you spell it), remember I had two girls at a catholic all girls school and I was introduced to that and much more.<BR/><BR/>I hope you're resting without pain Moke..eating and drinking via peg. Get strong and stay strong. I think about you all day every day and I'm even praying while I'm walking roxy. She thinks her new name is "our father".<BR/>I love you, Moke.<BR/><BR/>Does anyone else hate the word verification as much as I do?annabellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08959529712163408822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5916844576456647968.post-11998864719593719772008-05-03T16:46:00.000-07:002008-05-03T16:46:00.000-07:00Hi Steve!What has it been, 10 years since we last ...Hi Steve!<BR/>What has it been, 10 years since we last saw each other? My mom has kept me current on you and your family even when I was away. Your dad was always there for my mom and us girls - what an amazing family you have! Truly incredible. And what?! Danny married Mary? haha! Time does go by fast. I'll send all the love and good energy I have your way.<BR/><BR/>Cheers,<BR/>Chrissyasdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03743619169289135794noreply@blogger.com