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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.
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.
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A BIG Thank You
In this season of giving thanks and celebrating family togetherness, I wish to extend a warm thank you to everyone who has been involved in a myriad of ways with my son, Caleb Potter, and his recovery. On July 4, he was involved in a skateboarding accident in our little hometown of Wellfleet on Cape Cod, that caused him serious injuries. He came home from Spaulding Rehab in Boston just before Thanksgiving. Through the blog we started:
http://calebpotter.blogspot.com/
the Wellfleet community of support stretched far and wide across the country, and in fact, throughout parts of the world, with many people offering prayers and words of wisdom. We could not have come so far without this legion of support from all of you, in Wellfleet and beyond. We are sincerely grateful.
Sharyn L. Lindsay and family
http://calebpotter.blogspot
the Wellfleet community of support stretched far and wide across the country, and in fact, throughout parts of the world, with many people offering prayers and words of wisdom. We could not have come so far without this legion of support from all of you, in Wellfleet and beyond. We are sincerely grateful.
Sharyn L. Lindsay and family
DONATIONS
THE CALEB POTTER
BENEFIT FUND
Donations may be made in person at any branch of Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank or mailed to the bank at P.O. Box 697, Wellfleet, MA 02667.
Thank you SO MUCH
for your contributions.
With love,
from all of Caleb's friends and family
BENEFIT FUND
Donations may be made in person at any branch of Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank or mailed to the bank at P.O. Box 697, Wellfleet, MA 02667.
Thank you SO MUCH
for your contributions.
With love,
from all of Caleb's friends and family
Official Information
If you have questions about calebpotter.blogspot.com,
email Sky at:
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novembersky.freysscole@gmail.com
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45 Sapokonish Way
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02667
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Wellfleet, MA
02667
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47 comments:
thank you alexa for sharing this photograph with us
That smile, the content contemplation, the happiness for others' joys. I will remember those marvelous things about Jan.
Thank you for this lovely photogtaph.
What a wonderful photo. What a kind looking face; pensive, thoughtful.
So sorry for everyone's sadness.
Penny on St.John
Dear sweet Jan Potter,
You were my kind older brother. How my spirit aches to soothe your pain, to comfort your agony. And please help me now to fix my damaged heart with tender thoughts and memories of you as you lived, as I remember you.
Jan brought me joy, energy, fun and a deep, deep sense of myself, my life and all living beings. I will miss him so, Jan Potter.
rebecca g
man sharyn....hang in there...just one little step at a time...i know the seconds tick on and that unbelievable heaviness sits on you like a boulder...but breathe in, then breathe out, and you are little more healed by every breath. death sucks and i really love you. i don't know what else to say..
Couldn't agree more...
What a handsome man! He passed it on to his sons for sure!
With all the love and health in the world. Peace.
Celebrate Jan's life on this earth.
Sharyn, grieve the only way that works for you.
Know that you have a strong support system here and prayers and positive vibes are being sent to you from all over this country and beyond.
Cry, scream, get angry, and love, that is all you can do.
You are strong even when you don't think you are.
J
***negatives go away, you only hurt you do not help***
The words to a favorite hymn of mine spoke to me this afternoon...reminding me of your warm and loving home by the pond...and the storms that you are going through:
******
A Prayer for This House
May nothing evil cross this door,
and may ill fortune never pry
About these windows; may the roar
and rain go by.
By faith made strong, the rafters will
withstand the battering of the
storm.
This hearth, though all the world
grow chill
will keep you warm.
Peace shall walk softly through
these rooms,
touching our lips with holy wine,
Till every casual corner blooms
into a shrine.
With laughter drown the raucous
shout
and, though these sheltering
walls are thin
May they be strong to keep hate out
and hold love in.
********
I hold you in my heart daily.
Suzibee
that is a beautiful picture of Jan... thank you alexa!!
my photo's of Jan are moments etched into my eyes...
i see a day that Jan,Caleb,Max,Kai & Poi came to work on my roof...
Poi & I decided to just tally in the gardens and let the "men" do their thing...
i will always remember Jan sliding to the edge of the roof.. we all thought he lost his footing... but truly he just wanted to see everyone at a different angle... i will never forget the look of unconditional love in his eyes for his beautiful family....
peace to all...
There is no need for people to be negative in these comments. That is just beyond ridiculous.
Hang in there Sharyn and the Potter boys. We're thinking of you and sending hugs your way.
Lauren in CT
I will remember the good moments and the cherished times.
Sharyn, please know that I'm thinking of you all today. I wish I could erase your pain.
Ignore the cowards who are anonymously leaving cruel comments. There are many people pulling for you - us included.
As time goes on, if you feel like talking, I'm here. You are a wonderful mother and amazing person. Take care of yourself.
Just sending love to you today, all who knew and love Jan -- love to you over and over and over, waves of love washing through -- so many of us here sending love -- Lisa K.
I know this may sound selfish, but I have to say that though the comments posted here are not directed to me, I have found great comfort in reading them. I am not a social person so I haven't been "out there" expressing my grief among the rest of the Fleecians. I really APPRECIATE this blog! Here I can say what I only wish I could say to you in person.
I will miss Jan dearly. This is a tragedy for the whole community, but I can't possibly imagine your pain. Love will prevail, (it always does) and you have love. Though it's impossible to imagine, I believe you and the boys will pull through this. You are a beautiful person, just look at all the lives your family has touched. In the meantime I pray for you guys everyday. Please remember to take care of yourself(ves) that's of the utmost importants.
Thank you again for this blog.
Sending you all of my love...
Is it possible for the administrator to just remove all the negative comments and the responses to them? They are of no benefit to anyone. People are upset and acting inappropriately. The boys need to be considered here.
Suzanne Ronald
From all I have heard, Jan has left so many gifts to so many and in that you are all blessed. I am sorry that I had not yet the opportunity to meet him.
In this picture he looks at peace and it is my wish that he has truly found it.
ps- the best way to deal with venomous trolls is to ignor them and perhaps say a quick prayer that their heart will soften. Their negativity is fed when they get a response.
When Jan Potter left us he took a big part of us with him, but what we have to remember is that Jan was the one that put it there in the first place. Without him we wouldn’t be who we are. He put a little of what we loved about him into each of us; that ardor for life lived in humble generosity. Jan was all heart, a truly selfless giver, a sincere and handsome soul with an indelible squinty gleam and smile broad enough to lift a room everytime he walked in. That we will no longer be able to embrace the warmth of his laughter is unfathomable. You were our brother. Always a part of us, with us always. We love you Jan.
-Susannah & André
maybe the many anonymously sent messages are also from people like i am -- a stranger to the family, but familiar with the course of breath-taking events. (we too arrived in wellfleet last summer, for our annual, to the signs asking for prayers for caleb.) the anonymity has allowed me to occasionally participate without feeling intrusive into the family's delicate space. at this point, tho, that anonymity is no longer a useful shield for ME. From this day forward, when i write to this most sacred community of good people, i will sign my name, trusting that when the family needs greater safety, it will withdraw into a private place. meanwhile, i offer but a few sentiments to those already expressed so eloquently -- my heartfelt wishes for the arrival of that balm that makes the wounded whole.
Roberta from DC
Jan was a kind and lovely man who was very good at the crossword in the LA Times.
That's worth remembering.
There at lots and lots of people who love you, Sharyn. I wish we could protect your family from unwonted cruelty, but all we can do is send you our love.
My heart aches for you and the boys.
Love,
Mia
I LOVE YOU Sharyn, Potter boys, Jennie, Sarah, Jan's family, and EVERYONE else who is whole heartedly grieving over the passing of a wonderful man.
There is no space for negativity here, only healing to take place. I, and MANY others are here/there for you, but please for now take your time to mourn in peace.
We love you guys..!!
Xo, Clance & family.
People - Sharyn and the boys need not read here for a while, until this sickness is sorted out - but please, don't let one sick person end what has been created here.
He or she is not that powerful -unless we make it so.
Stay and don't care or react to what they say - let the closest people to Sharyn and the boys keep them from reading the rantings, until they go away - We told them we will be here when they need to know we are here - so let's keep our word. Don't let whatever love and support they get here go away - This thing will die out.Don't give it life by changing or shutting down. If there is a way to have a filter, let's do it - if not - lets stand strong.
Good wins out every time.
Nancy
Nancy
Well said, Nancy. Stay strong.
Sharyn, Caleb, Kai, Max and Sarah,
Please realize it takes all kinds of people to make up this world. That this world has all of you is a gift to everyone!
Kevin
What a lovely photo.
We keep the Potter/Lindsay family in our hearts and prayers, always...
There ain't a storm you can't weather.
Nothing but LOVE, support, empathy, caring, compassion, light!
Thank-you Nancy.
My thoughts are with Sarah, C,K&M, Sharyn, and Jan's family and beautiful community of friends. What a lovely photograph of Jan.
we love you jan, to this very day!
This is my first post but i've been here all along. you are all so loved. i have been thinking about all effected by this tragedy day & night ...lighting you candles and sending you positive energies. take all the time you and your family need, but don't leave us entirely. we need you as much as you need us.
Elizabeth from CT
My loves and prayers go out to the family-stay strong!
To Sharyn,
We hope that all is getting easier for you. I know that now the clouds may just seem to be getting darker, but I assure you, that as time passes, they will all clear away, and the beautiful bright blue sky will, again, appear. Keep your head high, Sharyn. We all love and admire you here in Wellfleet, and are so happy to know you and all your boys, and to have you all in our lives!
Nicole
Sky-
Thank you for doing all you do for everyone.
Love you lindsey/potter clan
Rest In Peace Jan Uno
Uncle Judith
Sharon, Caleb, Kai, Max, Sarah,
My heartfelt sympathy to you all. I wish only strentgh, love, resilience, and the hope that you will all continue your wonderful journey. I stand from afar in awe of you all.
My prayers are always directed in your direction,
Stay strong, you will perservere...I have faith. And, if you falter... we will be here to catch you.
Love, peace, tranquility, and more of that.
Margarita
SKY:
Thank you for clearing out the weeds on this healing blog.
Margarita
anonymous wrote:
That photograph is such a peaceful one. What a handsom man, the boys sure do show so much of both Jan and Sharyn. My father died 2 summers ago and although I miss him dearly I know he is now at peace. My heart goes out to everyone who was touched by Jan and blessed to have him in their lives.
Hey, thanks Sky.
Amy in CT wrote:
we are only here to give kind supporting prayers to the family, ALL the family including sarah.
when your son's father dies, no matter what relationship you had with him at the time, it rips your heart out to see the greif on your son's face.
my son was 9 when his dad died and the worst thing i have ever had to do was to kneel at his father's casket so that he could say goodbye.
to the boys, sharyn, sarah and anyone i am forgetting, my heart goes out to you and i am sending you all prayers at this time.
amy in ct
Anonymous wrote:
Sharyn,
You are in the thoughts and prayers of many... know that we are all here for you and your family.
Thanks for your work Sky. There are so many caring, positive people here. I'm glad one hostile misguided person didn't ruin it.
Sky - you, your dad, Sharyn, and the Potters are all such proof yet again about the character of the people of Wellfleet. Amazing, strong, grounded people who are just good people.
Sharyn and the boys, you are in our thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine how hard your journey has been. We're walking the path with you, even if it's from far away.
Lauren in CT
Thank you, Kevin...
and ditto.
Much love,
Susan
Just thinking of you all throughout the day. Sending healing thoughts once again, but this time not only for Caleb's health, but for your hearts and minds and souls. May you be engulfed in the warmth and love of all whom you have so generously given of yourselves to. Peace and gentleness..........
All of you make me want to pack up my belongings and move to Welfleet. I hope today is a better day for all of you. Much love.
Thank you Sky for your constant attention and dedication to keeping this blog a positive place for those of us that really care about the well being of the Potter-Lindsay family. You're the best!
deb
What a different world it would be if we would ALL make a point in doing a "RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS.......EVERYDAY! Imagine....My prayers continue for the Potter Family. Again, as an outsider looking it, it is amazing how many emotions can be almost FELT from them!
For Jan;
Then Almitra spoke, saying, "We would ask now of Death."
And he said:
You would know the secret of death.
But how shall you find it unless you seek it in the heart of life?
The owl whose night-bound eyes are blind unto the day cannot unveil the mystery of light.
If you would indeed behold the spirit of death, open your heart wide unto the body of life.
For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one.
In the depth of your hopes and desires lies your silent knowledge of the beyond;
And like seeds dreaming beneath the snow your heart dreams of spring.
Trust the dreams, for in them is hidden the gate to eternity.
Your fear of death is but the trembling of the shepherd when he stands before the king whose hand is to be laid upon him in honor.
Is the sheered not joyful beneath his trembling, that he shall wear the mark of the king?
Yet is he not more mindful of his trembling?
For what is it to die but to stand naked in the wind and to melt into the sun?
And what is to cease breathing, but to free the breath from its restless tides, that it may rise and expand and seek God unencumbered?
Only when you drink form the river of silence shall you indeed sing.
And when you have reached the mountain top, then you shall begin to climb.
And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance.
--Kahlil Gibran/The Prophet
sharyn, caleb, potter boys, jennie, and those who love you so dearly- my heart broke at the news of another tragedy in your family and my thoughts and prayers have been with you since. may you find the strength from within your cocoon of love to make it- to fight- through this like i saw you throughout the end of last year. all my strength, love, and prayer to you--meg (from spaulding)
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