On the fourth of July, 2007 Caleb Potter was involved in a skateboarding accident.
He suffered serious injuries and continues to need all of our positive thoughts and prayers.
This blog is to serve as a space for updates on Caleb's journey of recovery.

Monday, November 19, 2007

Quintessential Caleb

All of the logged comments are so helpful to me at this time- as always, thank you. Like a run-way, Caleb and I are in a holding pattern waiting our turn for take-off to the operating room. Seems that airports are not the only places piling up around the Holidays. Looks like we will go Wed. or Friday - either way Kai, Max, Caleb and I will be enjoying a turkey dinner from some exotic take out in Bean town! Thank you Mr.Judith's sis for the generous and lovely invitation to join you, but I move with a tribe and that is just too much to ask and besides - we would not be anywhere but beside Caleb.
I am looking out the window watching the rain drops that are about to fall and I feel the tears well...holidays are so special to me, to us in my family, and to miss this is hurtful. I cannot explain the short, sweet taste of being home and the disapointment to follow of being flung back to our home away from home so suddnely. Caleb is fine and this will be brief in the scheme of things, but to taste the tastes of home and to not be able to stay leaves a bitter smear. Still - we hope!
My friend El and I used to sit around and pontificate on the belief that on some other plane at some other time, we all chose our destiny. In that place in time you clearly see what it is that you need for the evolution of yourself and excitedly sign on for yet another try. It seems so obvious and so easy at the time and then the next thing you know you are getting slapped on the behind, crying the first of many tears to come and your journey has begun. Believing this, I must remeber that Caleb has signed on as well and I must trust that the outcome will be for his evolution and growth. Kai, Max, Jan and I will be forever changed through this and I know deep inside that it will ultimately be for the better. The very thorough universe never effects just one when it can touch five. I, on the other hand will get to exercise my right as a mother to love unconditionally while realizing that I do not get to choose for him what his life will be. I will learn and re-learn the art of letting go. I look forward to the day when I sit next to Caleb and recount all that has transpired and he smiles up at me knowingly. Happy Thanksgiving, all my blessings be bestowed upon you. Love, mumsie.

60 comments:

Anonymous said...

Oh Sharyn...
I feel so blessed to have had just a moment with you and Caleb, Max and Jennie in your home. Thank you so much for permitting me to visit Caleb- it really meant so much to me. I squeezed him and kissed him and told him I loved him. He whispered back, 'I love you too'. I just about wet my pants over that one. I told him I would be back to see him promptly upon my next visit to the Cape. He asked me, 'when are you coming back?' and for that one I practically shit myself!!!
My love for Caleb is an old one, but has multiplied, expanded, and regenerated. My commitment to always staying connected to you and your family will never waver. The lower cape has seen such tragedy this summer/fall- it's shocking to our small-town sensibilities. What does it all mean?! I think I'll sit and pontificate upon that notion for a moment :)

Prayers for Anna and Suzanne who will be celebrating this Thanksgiving without their mother- They need much positive light.

I found Edie's post from this summer unbelievably hopeful and inspiring. It was as if she was saying to Anna, to Suzanne, to our generation- I BELIEVE IN YOU AND YOUR POSITIVITY BRINGS ME JOY! Those words are exactly the message that is now so extremely pertinent to those girls at this moment. They ARE going to make it- because as Edie said, WE can do anything!

Anonymous said...

positive thoughts and strength to you all.

Anonymous said...

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you...as always

blackbird said...

We send you blessings.

Anonymous said...

Sharyn,
Be it exotic take out turkey or home cooked Butterball, you're together on Thanksgiving and for that, we're all thankful! I'm sure the Potter/Lindsay names will be spoken around many tables this Thanksgiving Day.

Anonymous said...

Dearest Sharyn,

I, too, have faced almost losing my son and walked the long, bumpy road back to see him happy and healthy and to share the many smiles that are also ahead for you and Caleb. We, too, spent a holiday-Christmas-waiting twice for the operating room to open. I had many hours to stare out that window and miss my home-my family and friends-and the joy that comes when celebrating in familiar surroundings. The funny thing is, we never seem to look back on that week with sadness now. Instead we recall the creative way we made the holiday "ours", the silly decorations lining the walls to the operating room, the awful pureed green and red items served for Christmas dinner and the Santa that kept rearranging his stomach during the ho-ho-ho's! Hang on-it's hard to feel it right now....but better days are ahead. You and your family will create your own special day of Thanksgiving and I predict one day that you and Caleb will look back on this holiday with your own tales to tell....and they will include more of those smiles. Sending you more love and more smiles and blessings all around.

Anonymous said...

Sharyn, I am sorry to hear you are back at MGH, but glad that Caleb is being watched over so well that this problem was detected and can be addressed by these experts.

Anonymous above reminded me of a holiday I spent in the hospital. Although I was not ill (I had just given birth to my first child), it still was hard to be in the hospital and not celebrating in the usual places. And yet that one holiday stands out more than any other because, stripped of the usual places and sights, the basic meaning of the holiday was even more striking. I have a feeling this will be a Thanksgiving when you will feel more thankful and more spiritual, even without the traditional turkey and trimmings.

Amy from western MA

Anonymous said...

Dear Sharyn,
As I slave over my pie crusts, know that I'll be thinking of you. I aways do when I make pies—in fact I often invoke your name: outloud :)
Thanksgiving will be different for you because you won't be in Wellfleet, but you will have everyone together. I suspect this holiday will have such special and profound meaning for all of you. Gather everyone close, hug them all, laugh and know you'll be back home again soon.
Love Paula et al

Anonymous said...

Whereever you are with your family is where your "home" is.....for you it might be a traveling show, but it what is..and a Thanksgiving, nevertheless...

Anonymous said...

The nice thing about Thanksgiving is you can celebrate it whenever you have something to be thankful for. In Canada we already celebrated it in October. We were thankful it hadn't snowed yet. So the bird will get to live a little longer at your house this year but I am sure it will be all business as usual and off with its head soon.
Suz

Anonymous said...

You write so beautifully, Sharyn. Healing sometimes takes so much time. Caleb is healing and that's a blessing and a hard nut to swallow. Thank you for your honesty and for allowing us to help, if only to say, you are not alone. So many love you and your family. God is with you and on Thanksgiving Day, we will raise a glass to your family and a prayer as well.
Lesa and Shelagh

Anonymous said...

Once home again I suspect that there will be ongoing thanksgiving for many days/weeks/months to come. You are the essence of celebration/love/compassion and for that we are grateful and send healing thoughts and love to all. ann m

Anonymous said...

Sharyn, as special as your Thanksgivings are in your woodland setting, there will be none better than the one you spend with your boys at MGH. It isn't the turkey, and it isn't the lovely table, or the scene out your window. It's the love. You have that with you.

You have those Potter boys, living, breathing, and loving. What could be better than that?

Happy Thanksgiving!
Pat

Anonymous said...

Hey lovely..

While you might not be home for Turkey Day, give thanks that you will be together, & that Leb is still en route to recovery/healing. Everything you said rings true, & your commitment to your family is inspiring, heart warming, & most powerful.

Please know you are loved, and we are still pouring every ounce of positive energy we have to you and yours.. xo.. Miss Clance

Anonymous said...

Dana & Mike say - HAPPY THANKSGIVING! to all of you....you are in our thoughts and prayers and will always stay there. You will all be together & that is right where you belong! Best Regards & Wishes for a speedy trip back to Fleet! XOXO

Anonymous said...

Hi Sharyn,

Whoever said "Shit happens!" sure knew what they where talking about! I wished I could come up with those great phrases everyone uses over and over again...God knows I've tried to come up with new swear words when I'm frustrated and mad but the old ones are the only ones that ever seem to do the job!

Would Caleb have it any other way? Of course not! Here's my answer for your Thanksgiving. I'll go in your house and set all the clocks back so it's Thanksgiving when you get there. Turkey prices will be great after Thursday. Probably half priced pies too....I'll even close the Liquor Store just to give that same feel in town! OK! you can come to the back door if you run out of wine. Just knock three times...

The good news is you'll be together with your tribe. The table and settings may not be what you would like but the fruits of all your motherly efforts will!

Kevin

Anonymous said...

india,thanx for your comments about edie,anna,and suzanne.i have no words except to say she will be missed.to the bloggers who talked about t-day and thier experiences in hospitals,thanx for lowering my anxiety and sharing what really matters.sharyn and caleb,will see you soon.that is unless kai is around.i'm really going to miss sharyn's stovetop stuffing.she tells everyone she makes it herself.life and glory to us all,timmy

Anonymous said...

I predict the true meaning of Thanksgiving is going to ring out loud and clear for you all! From what I've followed of Caleb's journey, he seems to love an adventure so add this to his list! And Timmy, I don't live too close to Wellfleet but if you're looking for a spot to land on Thanksgiving, my home is open to you. I'd be happy to make some stove-top stuffing in honor of Sharyn! Blessings all around!

Anonymous said...

Dearest Sharyn, Caleb, Kai and Max,

Just back from Santa Cruz after an EARLY Thanksgiving celebration with my daughter who moved out there last Feb. and was not able to come "home" for the holiday. You all were my impetus to take Thanksgiving to her and her new community of friends, to celebrate and be thankful for the new beginnings in her life and the new "tribe" that she has made for herself. It was really amazing and non-stressful to be having our Thanksgiving ahead of the rest. Like many have said before me, it didn't matter that we weren't in our own home, what mattered is that we were together, making a new memory. Many blessings to you and yours on this Thursday and the many Thursdays to follow. Pick your day when you are ready, the turkey will taste all that much more delicious because you will be home in the abundace of your life once again with your boys.

My prayers and positive wishes are being sent to Caleb for a speedy recovery from his procedure, there is no doubt that he will pull through this with the strength and determination that he has shown us all along.

Peace to you all tonight-
Audrey

Anonymous said...

Sharyn,
Thanksgivings come and go, but you have the most joyous of gifts a mother can ever have...her son back in her arms, when inches from deaths door. Rejoice!
Much love and happyness to you, Caleb, family and friends.

Anonymous said...

Sharyn:

Barely two weeks ago, I met you for the very first time. I did not know what to expect. What I found was this: The most gracious woman, and the most gracious family, I have ever met; a home that exuded warmth, welcome, acceptance, and love; a circle of friends that radiated caring, determination, and faith. I felt so privileged to be included in the gathering. Thank you.

It pains me that you will not be in your beloved Wellfleet for Thanksgiving. But you will have at your side the most important elements of any holiday celebration: Caleb, Kai, and Max.

Enjoy your exotic Thanksgiving dinner together. I'll be thinking of you.

NY/Wellfleet Mom

Anonymous said...

Another station on the journey. We here on Whit's Lane add our best wishes to all the others who have written. Hope that the procedure today has gone well and much appreciation for you, Caleb, Kai, Max and Jan for the holiday. A gathering last night sent many, many mindful thoughts to all of you. jack

Donna said...

Hi Sharyn, Caleb, Kai, Max. and Jan
Happy Thanksgiving to you all!
I was so happy to spend time with
Caleb and you last Thursday. He has such promise. My prayers are with you! Have an Good Thanksgiving
regardless of the setting. Togetherness is where its at!!!!
Much love
Donna, Fran, and family

Anonymous said...

Coming home to leave again so soon must feel like such a tease but how lucky Caleb is to be alive and have the great medical care he has available to him. This year we all have Caleb's continued recovery to be thankful for and this setback should not cloud our gratefulness. Mom's home cooked dinner will taste just as awesome some other time. Our little family will all have you in our thoughts on Thursday.

Anonymous said...

I love the poem November by John Updike. I first learned it years ago while working with a class of first graders. It took on new meaning following my mother's recovery from a serious car accident. Her strength, humor, optimism, intelligence - what Updike calls the beauty of the bone - were never more visible. I have thought of this poem many times as I've read this blog. Seems the perfect time to send it along...

NOVEMBER

The stripped and shapely
Maple grieves
The ghosts of her
Departed leaves.

The ground is hard
As hard as stone
The year is old
the birds have flown.

And yet the world
In its distress
Displays a certain
Loveliness -

The beauty of
The bone. Tall God
Must see our souls
This way, and nod.

Give thanks: we do
Each in his place
Around the table
During grace.


Happy Thanksgiving to All.

With love from Maria

Anonymous said...

Dear Sharyn, Nothing is more important than what Caleb needs. And, there is no reason that Thanksgiving cannot be a " moveable feast"! Right? God bless you all. Parenting is so much more daunting than I ever imagined. I send unceasing prayers. love always, Andrea and all

Anonymous said...

Learning to be grateful even when facing adversity can be a challenge, so my Blessing for you all, Lindsay/Potter Family this Thanksgiving, is that you celebrate the life that surrounds you (whereever you are), and the Grace which has brought you through these past uncertain and challenging days, always to see the sun. May your love and courage sustain you in the days ahead, and may you walk in the light of those who are holding you in thought and prayer, love and gratitude.

PLease know that we count you all amongst our Thanksgiving Blessings, and ask for a day of peace and renewal for you all.

Blessings Abundant,

Melinda and Mari

Anonymous said...

We send along our prayers and thanks that you all had a time of refreshing back home in beautiful Wellfleet. We will indeed include your family in our time of giving thanks on Thanksgiving Day. you are blessed.

"Every morning lean thine arms awhile upon the window sill of heaven and gaze upon the Lord. Then with that vision in they heart, turn strong to meet the day."

Judith/Rochester, NY

Anonymous said...

Sharyn,
May the strengths and blessings that surround you and Caleb on Thanksgiving make up for the fact that you all are not able to be settled in at home on that day.
We are still with you. Gail

Anonymous said...

Hey crazy lady,

I would just like to start out by saying happy gobble gobble day. Thanksgiving is a time of thanks. The biggest thing I have to be thankful for is that lad sitting right next to you. I have found that is not where you spend your holiday that matters the most, it is the people you surround yourself with that matters the most. I hope that your holiday puts a smile on all of your faces.
much love
gobble
judith
gobble

Anonymous said...

in a world of uncertainty, doubt, and pain that we face every day in the news, or in our daily lives.... it is a pleasure to read your wonderful words of hope, sharyn.
did you always write this way or has this blessing of caleb created such a literary genius :)
i wish your entire family and extended family a wonderful thanksgiving. home is being with people you love and you will be home on thanksgiving this year and every year that you have your boys with you. many prayers i am sending out to you all this day.
keep a light heart, you will be back in fleet in no time!
amy in ct

Anonymous said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Caleb will be back home again soon. I will pray for that.

Peggy from Western MA.

Anonymous said...

I guess that this too shall pass. What a practice in patience this has been...my God. Hang in there tribe. We can always eat, but we can't always be there for others...so you are (of course) right to AGAIN take the time and love to support his healing. I am there with you in spirit, my friends. Love Lisa b

Anonymous said...

Sharyn no worries about Thanksgiving, didn't you get the memo that it has been moved to November 29th? All your friends and family that can join you are calling in sick or taking the day off! You saw Kevin's post, he said he is closing down the store just for you.
Thanksgiving should be everyday you get to spend with your friends and family. Enjoy and be well...this too shall pass.

J

Anonymous said...

Hi Sharyn,
We just wanted to let you know that we are here for you...For anything that you need. And I'm Happy that you seem optimistic about Thanksgiving, because that Holiday is truely about being TOGETHER(with your Boys) and giving THANKS...And we certainly have tons to be thankful for...Caleb is with us for the Holiday Season and will be for many to come. I hope that you get the best Turkey dinner available to you, and that you and your Family enjoy your meal and time together like no other.

Love to ALL of you, and we will see you again soon! :)

~The Miner Fam.

Anonymous said...

Thanksgiving has such a mixed, emotional background, i.e. its source, its first participants, the exact reason behind it, etc., but it has become a traditional time of gathering for those who are connected by family, circumstances, friendship, love. It matters not where we are on that day. It matters only that we appreciate what we have and who we have with us. So leave the other stuff behind that might seem to matter - just be thankful together, wherever you are. It's not a beautifully set table with the "right" foods prepared perfectly, the "right" wine to accompany, the "right" outfit to wear. It's just plain loving, honest, open-hearted and open-minded togetherness.

Anonymous said...

Happy Thanksgiving from the UK

Ali Manchester

becky said...

Happy Thanksgiving from South Florida!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are in our prayers!

Ayun Halliday said...

Your family's experience is a year round reminder that there's always something to be thankful for - and most of us have more in the cornucopia than we realize.

My husband grew up in Wellfleet ... and now identifies as a Brooklyn Pirate (the pirate part is by marriage.)

A thanks-filled Thanksgiving and plenty of handturkeys from me, middle-aged surfer Greg, cabin boy Milo, and Mer-matey India.

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness Sharyn...well, for what it's worth, I think you should give yourself permission to experience this situation in whatever way you need to. First you get to be pissed and sad and whatever other emotion you feel as the human response to wishing you were home with your family, your dogs, your traditions...and then, once you get past that or simultaneously, however it happens, you can also experience the gratitude that has been there all along, but held in abeyance...gratitude for the journey. Wishing you well,
Mom in CT

Anonymous said...

SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE

Rte. 6 in Truro closed because of accident

November 20, 2007
TRURO - Police and rescue workers are on their way to what has been described as a major motor vehicle accident on Route 6 near Nunes Heights in Truro.

Police are redirecting traffic from Route 6 to Shore Road. According to a scanner broadcast at least one person has been seriously injured in a collision between a dump truck and a car. The accident occurred around 11:20 a.m.

Rescue workers requested a Medflight but poor weather conditions are preventing a helicopter from being sent to the Cape, according to the same scanner broadcast. No further information is available at this time.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sharyn, Caleb, and everyone,
We found out about your heartbreaking/heartlifting story like many other tourists passing through Wellfleet at the end of the summer. We saw the Pray4Caleb signs throughout the town, and saw the update on his health posted in a wonderful little café. When we got home, we found your blog and have been silently adding our prayers to everyone else's. I've been reluctant to add any comment, as I often find that blogging leads to a false sense of intimacy, but I just wanted to tell you how truly inspiring your courage is. I wish I'd had that kind of love and encouragement around me a few years ago when I had my own head injury (nowhere near as severe as Caleb's). It happened in November, and I have to agree - it's a tough time to be in hospital! I'm feeling as good as new now, tho it took some time and lots of patience. Best wishes to you all!

Anonymous said...

Well said, Mom in CT !!!

Anonymous said...

Sharyn and boys...

We're sending love and warmth and all the positive energy we can muster from this little corner of the world.

My initial inclination upon reading this most recent news was to double my Thanksgiving recipes and bring half to the hospital... but then I remembered "A Christmas Story" and the Bumpus' dogs devouring poor Ralphie's turkey in a hideously funny free-for-all. The family wound up sharing their holiday meal of Peking duck with head intact in an otherwise deserted Chinese restaurant - joined in Christmas carols by the entire staff in their comically less than perfect English. Clearly the memories created during this Christmas debacle stayed special and vivid and enough for Jean Shepherd (little Ralphie) to translate them into a beloved book and movie as an adult.

Far be it for me to deprive you all of what promises to be an exceptional Thanksgiving - Caleb is real and present, you are all together and will probably share your "remember the time we spent Thanksgiving in the hospital with pizza and bad Chinese?" stories for years to come.

Know, though, that if you decide you want the Turkey and trimmings I'm only a phone call away ... and I deliver!

Big Grateful Love from
Susan, Hannah and Liam

Anonymous said...

Sharyn, I am so sad to hear you are back in boston but it's definetly the best place for caleb to be at this point. i miss you all so much and really really love you. I hope you find some peace and strength to make it thru thanksgiving. i know you will. With lots of positive thoughts being sent your way, my family and i will pray for Caleb. love you. Miss Grace.

Anonymous said...

thanksgiving......
thanks for being you
thanks for being my friend
thanks for your strength
thanks for your intimate "sharing"
thanks for your boys
thanks for family
thanks for the tribe
thanks for your love
thanks for your pie crust
thanks for your green thumb
thanks for your open soul
thanks for your caring
thanks for thanking
giving...of yourself
giving to others
giving selflessly to your boys
giving hope
giving compassion
giving truth
giving fear
giving wonder
giving beauty
giving committment
giving time
giving reflection
giving promise
giving...giving
thanks for giving
giving thanks
thank you....
giving you my love and hope and heart that all will be well agiain very soon....thanks to all who have helped and the good folks at MGH.....thanks for giving too...love, jodi

Anonymous said...

Dear Sharyn,
I was just reading the post from Susan in Portmouth remembering " A Christmas Story"(cudo's to you susan!!)It brought back a memory of a family debacle at thanksgiving years ago and just made me laugh, laugh, laugh!!!!!
This is kind of a long story and one that I always tell beginning with " I guess you had to be there" but
sending it with hopes to make you chuckle today..

once upon a time, my grandparents invited me and my brother to a homecooked thanksgiving dinner. It was quite an extraordinary undertaking on their part being as they pretty much worshiped the microwave since the day it was invented. so.... packed up the three dogs and my brother and drove the four hours wondering all along how many years it had been since they last used their oven?
After arriving at their home and indulging in many long overdue hugs and kisses, I heard a strange sound coming from the kitchen.
Seems my grandfather didn't realize how long it would take to thaw out the bird, so under pressure to pull off the homecooked meal he proceeded by stuffing my grama's hair dryer into the cavity of the turkey, plugged it in, and wrapped it in tin foil !!!!
Needless to say, the three dogs where thrilled with the outcome. Us humans had deli meat sandwiches and a lovely iceburg lettuce salad for dinner..
It is a "remember when" story for many years to come..
I guess I'm babbling on because as so many have said before me, it only matters most that you are surrounded by your beautiful boys,Caleb has taken major steps in healing and take in the incredible love that is flowing from everyone, regardless of where you are or the page on the calendar that says its Thanksgiving, everyday is..


P.S.Kevin S, that plan is brilliant!!!!!!

sending love and peace

Anonymous said...

Thanksgiving is so much more than a meal or a party or a special occasion. It is a feeling in your heart, the love you share with your beloved family, no matter where you are. You are where you are meant to be at this time. Revel in your togetherness, in Caleb's continued progress, in your good fortune at being together. There will be many more reasons for giving thanks to come, and not necessarily do they fall in November....Every day, every breath, every smile, every ray of sunshine, every sunset over the bay.... and as my Grampa said, every day above ground....all reasons for thankfulness. I know you will all find joy in each other's company....no matter where you are.
As always, with hope,
peg from PA

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry to hear about this recent set back. As usual it seems you are handling it with your usual grace and positive out look. It is also, as usual, truly inspiring since far far less would leave me in a little ball feeling sorry for myself!

I will be in the Boston area for thanksgiving with my family and I will be thinking of your family nearby and all we have to be thanksful for.

Laura in CT

Anonymous said...

Sharyn, please scroll up and re-read the post from NY/Wellfleet Mom. Her words could have been my own.

This is a wildly unfair suck-pill of a situation, but it is a mere blip in the much grander scheme of things. You will all find your way through it, and Caleb will continue his progression toward wellness.

By now you know beyond question that we are all with you in spirit. Stay strong. You're in our thoughts, always -

Jerry G & family

Anonymous said...

Hello from Fremont, Ohio!

It truly does blow being in the hospital once again BUT there are many blessing to be thankful for this year!

Make some fun Thanksgiving hospital memories! Throw some fake puke/dog poop on the floor, hand the the dribbling glass to a hot hospital worker, yell "Announcements, Announcements" from atop a hospital bed and share the memories of a Grandma Grace holiday meal.

My favorite hospital holiday memory: Puking and re-puking beside my beloved Aunt Carol's hospital bed after she had requested to see me after her accident. That was classic!

Sending lots of Buckeye love,
Little Sharon

Anonymous said...

Dear Sharyn, Caleb, Jan, Kai and Max,....am not sure when Caleb is going in for the removal of extra CSF, but know in your heart of hearts that you will be fine. Put your trust in those Dr's who famously have taken care of you before and envision the procedure being done with perfection. Caleb, you are so courageous. You have done such a great job of exceeding everybodys expectations. You have worked so very diligently and look at what you have accomplished.

PLease know that we are all with you, whenever you need us. Our intention to comfort, and bring peace will give you strength when you need it. How lucky you are to have your lovely family close by. They are so precious!

This will be my first Thanksgiving without my mom...she passed at 93 in January, and the rest of my extended family is in L.A.But I am so grateful to have my 15, 21 year olds with me. I guess it's being grateful for what you have, not focusing on what you don't have. We are so grateful for the progress you've made in and amongst your dear family, and expect that to continue day by day.

May the next few days be filled with Thanksgiving and the Joy that comes from being with family and in community.

Be well.

Blessings,

Besitos y Abrazos,

Melinda & Mari

Anonymous said...

Thinking of you, so sorry to hear you are back in Boston, but happy that it seems like it will be a short stay. My trip to CA was great, my nephew is unbelievable. He is so tiny, and although his journey has just begun, it seems as if he already knows so much. He already has his own blogspot. It is augustcharles.blgspot.com, if you want to you can check him out. So much to be thankful for this year! Caleb really showed us all that. My love to your whole family and to all. Happy Thanksgiving!
Much Love,
Kim Harris

Tracy in the Berkshires, Ma. said...

what beautiful folks you have here Sharyn and Caleb!
just another thing to be thankful for this holiday.....I know I am grateful to have had my life touched by you and the the wonderful friends who check in daily to support you.
hang on there girlfriend, this weeks set back will one day just be a blip on the radar screen when you look back......and besides I get the sense everyday is Thanksgiving for your family right now........The Turkey is over rated anyway.
Home is really what the holiday celebration is really all about and you will all be back there soon.....until then,may we all be full of gratitude, grace and love.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

BenBirdy1 said...

Sharyn and Caleb, you and your family are in our thoughts out here in snowy Western Mass.

xo Catherine

Anonymous said...

my love to you all...sharyn. caleb. kai. max. jan.

we will be thinking of your tribe tomorrow while we are in beantown @ my sis's.

words escape me but the feeling of love is there.
may your day be beautiful...together.
xooxoxooxoxo

Anonymous said...

kevin s you are the best...a guaranteed laugh!

Anonymous said...

Sharyn and family,
Happy Thanksgiving to all. It really doesn't matter where you are, or what you feast on, as long as the family is together. You all have been blessed this year, enjoy the day no matter what !!
Here is wishing you (and all the bloggers) a beautiful, peaceful, happy Holiday season filled with wonderful memories

Anonymous said...

Hi,
This is actually a question for Timmy- are you the person who was chased(stalked) by a large coyote on your way home from work one night a couple of years ago? just trying to put faces to some of these names....I hope everyone is doing well and are heading back to the home front soon...peace to all.

Unknown said...

Sharyn...2 things. 1) I just wanted to let you know that I am still here in boston reading the blog daily and thinking of you always..wishing that I could be back in fleet to be a part of the help and the healing..if you ever have any questions about PT please feel free to ask or use me as a resource, its the least I could do. 2) that was the most beautiful blog entry you have ever written!! well, ok, they have all been beautiful in their own right, each one special and different in its own way..but this one hit home. I send my belated love and thanksgiving blessings to you all and take care.