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MESSAGE BOARD Archive November-December 2004Thank you for visiting! You can click here to add to Simon's Message Board.
Friday, December 31, 2004 -- 16:06:07 (EST) Name: Dotty Seiter -- Email: seiter@comcast.net Location: Hamilton, MA USA Good to hear your voice on the eve of the new year. Wonderful drawings! Wonderful smooch from Miriam! Here's to a full, rich new year! Dotty Monday, December 27, 2004 -- 16:23:43 (EST) Name: Madi, Lexi, Lawrie and Curt Location: Seattle, Love, Madi, Lexi, Lawrie and Curt Sunday, December 26, 2004 -- 12:29:39 (EST) Name: Dotty Seiter -- Email: seiter@comcast.net Location: Hamilton, MA USA Saturday, December 25, 2004 -- 18:02:01 (EST) Name: Sally Location: Seattle, Sally, Jim, Sarah and Amy Wednesday, December 22, 2004 -- 13:38:21 (EST) Name: Kris Hopkins -- Email: khopkins@mail.colgate.edu Location: Clinton, NY We continue to think about you. And we send special, soft, caring wishes for Christmas -- may the holiday season glow gently for you, with moonlight and votive-candle light and, perhaps most precious of all, love light. Fondly, Kris Monday, December 20, 2004 -- 09:04:49 (EST) Name: Liza Burger -- Email: ltburger@hotmail.com Location: Ithaca, ny Just saw a copy of the book on ebay for a "buy it now" price of $20. You might also check half.com. I didn't know this was such a hot item! Sunday, December 19, 2004 -- 06:18:56 (EST) Name: Dotty Seiter -- Email: seiter@comcast.net Location: Hamilton, MA USA <bookfinder.com> has a copy for $30.00, but you might want to start by seeing if you can find the book through interlibrary loan first. Our tiny local library has been able to find just about any book I've ever requested, including a children's novel published in the 1920's, which they found for me in a Texas library! Dotty Sunday, December 19, 2004 -- 02:56:04 (EST) Name: Mary Craig -- Email: mfcraig@umich.edu Location: Salt Lake City, UT United States I'm intrigued about the book "Walk When the Moon is Full". I've checked our library--it's not in the collection. I checked Amazon. Wow. They are offering 4 used copies of the paperback at $49.95 and up! Any other ideas about getting this title, anyone? --Mary Saturday, December 18, 2004 -- 16:41:50 (EST) Name: Liza Burger Location: Ithaca, NY Drinking in your update on Simon's site today was a beautiful way to wind down after an afternoon of craziness in the world of holiday shopping. Thank you. We have a wonderful book that you might be interested in-- one that we've read often to the girls, and now they sometimes read it to each other. It's "Walk When the Moon is Full," and it tells the story of a mom and her children venturing out each month on the full moon. Thinking of you with love. Saturday, December 18, 2004 -- 16:14:58 (EST) Name: Dotty Seiter -- Email: seiter@comcast.net Location: Hamilton, MA USA Truth to tell, I don't much like this time of year, what with the cultural holiday hyperventilation and the paucity of daylight, but your entries at Simon's Place -- one of my favorite places -- are gifts beyond measure. I, too, am one to search out the moon again and again; now, I find Simon there. Today, I see that you've added more entries to Simon Says. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Indeed, a Christmas gift. Hugs to all of you. Love, Dotty Friday, December 17, 2004 -- 13:13:32 (EST) Name: Quentin -- Email: q.m.smith@att.net Location: Ann Arbor, MI USA Edward got to show me his Chinook helicopter that he will be flying in Iraq. I got inside and looked at all of the stuff. These helicopters are usually unarmed, although they can hang machine guns out of the doors.Great:-( We are worried about him going there. The thought of him be killed or hurt there is daunting. He has a lot to live for back here. I was a little short on knowing what to say so I told him to take care of himself and that I love him. Teaching the 3-4 year olds is going fine. The class size is usually only 5-6 which is easier. I always think of Simon while I am there. I am sure that seeing Simon's toys is hard. May be Miriam sees them as being hers now. I am sure she would help you in deciding what to do. Love Quentin. Tuesday, December 14, 2004 -- 15:15:03 (EST) Name: amy -- Email: asheon@umich.edu Best-- Amy Saturday, December 11, 2004 -- 10:22:25 (EST) Name: Kay Beaton -- Email: kay@beatonphotography.com Location: Park City, UT I was at Trolley Square shopping a few weeks ago, and paused at the Spagetti Factory for a reflective moment thinking of Simon and wishing you the warmest healing thoughts. Sorry we missed the Gemini concert (we were in California) but from the posts I see that our family MUST make the next event! And I would be happy to photography it for you! Peace & Hugs! - Kay, Kirk, Heather & Tyler Friday, December 10, 2004 -- 17:18:27 (EST) Name: Luz Garcia Location: Salt Lake City, Utah I just wated to let you all know that we have missed Simon so much. Miguel is now in second grade and oftentimes wonders about Simon. Most of the time he remembers something and you can really see his face light up, then he will make a comment and stay quiet for a little while. It's been hard for him. For all of us I guess. Miguel was happy to visit Simon's grave last month. We'll plan to visit him for Christmas. Take care, Luz, Julio, Miguel, and Julito P.S. Julito has asked for the Captain Underpants Book Collection for Christmas (and a toy). He loves the books. Thursday, December 09, 2004 -- 00:26:11 (EST) Name: Sally Olson Location: Seattle, WA It was good to be with you in Oberlin. love, Sally Wednesday, December 08, 2004 -- 11:30:32 (EST) Name: Jacqui -- Email: jacquelyn.shambaugh@watsonwyatt.com Location: Minneapolis, MN We discussed Simon, his wonderful spirit and your incredible sharing at our Thanksgiving table this year. You've given - and continue to give - tremendous gifts to us all. I hope that you're still able to take support/comfort from us in return as you face these difficult milestones. A big, holiday hug to you all! Tuesday, December 07, 2004 -- 13:57:04 (EST) Name: Shannon Rice -- Email: sberritt@umich.edu Location: Ann Arbor, MI I think about you often. After Simon passed I kept meaning to send you a card to let you know how sorry I was and that I was thinking of you. But I could never find the words to tell you how deeply saddened I was by everything your family went through. I still come back to Simon's website to check in on how you are all doing during this very rough transition. I find myself thinking of my brother and father, who both died from cancer. And while I am saddened, I am also comforted by many of your words as they echo many of the feelings I have had, and to some extent still do have, when thinking of my own family. Please know that we are still thinking of you, whether you feel like writing or not! much love, Shannon Thursday, December 02, 2004 -- 23:14:51 (EST) Name: Kris Hopkins -- Email: khopkins@mail.colgate.edu Location: Clinton, NY Fondly, Kris Monday, November 29, 2004 -- 19:28:13 (EST) Name: Lee Williams Saturday, November 27, 2004 -- 14:22:01 (EST) Name: Beth Hospadaruk -- Email: hospadaruk@comcast.net Location: Ann Arbor, MI I was just thinking about being thankful and all the things I try to remember to be thankful for. I'm thankful that all of you and Simon too have a place in my life. I'm thankful that you started a fund to honor Simon. I'm thankful that you chose to share our Ann Arbor Duo, Gemini with Utah, we know Simon would be so proud. I'm thankful for your website and to learn how you are coping with not having Simon as you enter this holiday season. I am truly thankful form the bottom of my heart. Beth Wednesday, November 24, 2004 -- 15:30:46 (EST) Name: Jennifer Click -- Email: jclick@mindspring.com Location: Falls Church, VA Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with peace, love, and warm memories of your Capt. Underpants. Love from Jen, Carolyn and Evan Wednesday, November 24, 2004 -- 06:09:21 (EST) Name: Dotty Seiter -- Email: seiter@comcast.net Location: Hamilton, MA USA With hugs, Dotty Monday, November 15, 2004 -- 20:02:37 (EST) Name: Liz Martin -- Email: lizard_ann@yahoo.com Location: Salt Lake City, UT My Ian has been singing "This Little Light of Mine" all weekend...and was thrilled to learn that it was one of Simon's favorites too. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! xoxo..... Monday, November 15, 2004 -- 18:12:37 (EST) Name: Muffy -- Email: mferro@qwest.net Location: Salt Lake City, UT USA Monday, November 15, 2004 -- 14:02:17 (EST) Name: Rachael Coleman -- Email: geminimoon@csolutions.net Location: Salt Lake City, August went straight to the book table to get a Gemini CD which went into constant play once we got home. I was so glad to find out that my kids haven't outgrown children's music just yet. At least for this week I think we'll hear Gemini more than Sgt. Peppers. Brightest of blessings! Rachael Sunday, November 14, 2004 -- 22:13:31 (EST) Name: Kris Hopkins -- Email: khopkins@mail.colgate.edu Location: Clinton, NY Well, gotta go say good night to my birthday girl (Emily turned 14 today!). The funny thing is, I can remember -- as though it was just yesterday -- when Emily was Miriam's age.... (If I didn't send them earlier, happy belated birthday wishes to Miriam, too!) I wish you all a wonderful Gemini visit. And Mary, I wish you lots of enjoyment as you work on your Gershwin, Kern, and Porter songs! Kris Sunday, November 14, 2004 -- 22:04:23 (EST) Name: Williams Location: Oakland, We thought about you a ton this weekend. We had a chance to go to Carmel and stay in my cousins house where you four stayed in March. Hadn't been there since you were. We thought of you probably walking down to the beach and watching the waves like we were. We walked to the Bakery this morning and then came back from Ocean Street by way of the beach. It was a bright sunny morning and the wind was coming from the East behind us so as the waves broke with the early morning light a spray would go up backwards and get lit up. The waves were huge and crashing hard. The dogs were running around loving their freedom and we found Rowan's huge sand mountain built the day before still intact. It was a good morning!! Looking forward to seeing you in February and lighting Simon's candle in person with you. So glad your time with Stan and Laz has been so full. We love you!! A, S, R Thursday, November 11, 2004 -- 10:29:57 (EST) Name: Caroline Helton -- Email: chelton@umich.edu Location: Ann Arbor, MI USA For some reason, as time goes on, I think of Simon and you all more and more, as if it's taken me 3 months for the enormity of your loss to begin to sink in. I also have a hard time thinking of something to say or do for you all that can help. I recently heard a line from a play that I think rings true. The character was describing the loss of his child when he said that there's nothing more lonely than being a childless parent, and that being a parent doesn't necessarily make you happy, but that it makes you whole. For what it's worth, I wanted to share these lines with you because I found their perspective meaningful. Keep singing, going to the ballet, mourning, putting one foot in front of the other, loving each other, which you have done so very well, and know that we're out here trudging along with you every step of the way. All our love, Caroline Wednesday, November 10, 2004 -- 22:42:19 (EST) Name: Jennifer Sharpe -- Email: babykiss1222@aol.com Location: lyndhurst, oh USA i hope all is well & miriam feel better babe! :-D i'll see you & your mom in a week or so! love to all --jennifer sharpe Tuesday, November 09, 2004 -- 21:45:58 (EST) Name: carla -- Email: cruggier@umich.edu Location: ann arbor, mi Tuesday, November 09, 2004 -- 10:31:04 (EST) Name: Donna Ainsworth -- Email: donnasa@umich.edu Location: Ann Arbor , MI I'm glad to read that simonsplace.org will continue for a very long time. The heartwrenching journey, Mary's eloquence and honesty, Simon's courage and sweetness, the outpouring of concern so many, many people are a witness to the joy and sadness of life and the strength people have to find deep within themselves to go on. One of the things I especially love are Mary's words to Simon, listening to him and helping him to process what's happening--you are such a great mom. I'm also very moved by the support your own parents have given you. Love, Donna Monday, November 08, 2004 -- 11:33:17 (EST) Name: Dotty Seiter -- Email: seiter@comcast.net Location: Hamilton, MA USA The big work of grief -- feeling loss, and at a loss for words, but speaking. Love, Dotty Monday, November 08, 2004 -- 10:32:56 (EST) Name: Jean Watson -- Email: jl_watson100@hotmail.com Location: Canton, OH USA I saw your parents a few weeks ago in Oberlin at a church reception for my parents 50th wedding anniversary (!)and shared a teary hug with your mom. It was great to see them - it's probably been 10 years since I last saw them to speak with, so this was wonderful. What lovely people they are, but then again, you already know that. :-) Give yourself a hug from me. Love, Jean Saturday, November 06, 2004 -- 19:04:46 (EST) Name: Liza Location: Ithaca, NY Sending a big hug today and a little bit of "connection" to you. You, Markus, and Miriam are in my thoughts often. Mike made a trip to a (fairly) local German butcher yesterday, and we were thinking of you all and the wonderful meals we shared together in family housing! He returned with many different varieties of bratwurst, landjaegers, sauerkraut, and knoefles (sp?)-- time for a feast! xo Liza Saturday, November 06, 2004 -- 11:23:14 (EST) Name: Mary Craig -- Email: mfcraig@umich.edu Location: Salt Lake City, UT United States YES. The big answer to Katrina's question about whether we want to read your messages here is YES. With the turn to a new month, I was planning to archive the October files, tidy things up on the site, and post an update. So, when I first saw Katrina's message, I stopped my urge to write right back. Well, nearly a week has passed, and I've been unable to find time/energy to do the Web work. I do look at the message board, probably daily. There are stretches where no new messages come in, so when there is a message, I feel connection. As I've learned in my grief group, finding ways to feel that connection--most importantly to Simon but also to others--is the big work of grief. So, I sure hope I get around to some of the updating I envision. For now, please, all of you, know that your outreach to us means a lot. Every card that comes (often with the starting phrase, "I've had this card on my desk for a month now, but it's been so hard to think what to say.") means so much. We, too, often don't know what to say. I think it helps that we are all trying together. With love, Mary Monday, November 01, 2004 -- 11:35:31 (EST) Name: Katrina Zook -- Email: kzook@uwyo.edu Location: Laramie, WY Another season is upon us here in Wyoming, lovely snow last night and it's currently in the low 20s. I'm sure SLC got the same. I think of you every day as I know each day brings new challenges in dealing with the loss of Simon. I don't know, does it help you to read these messages? I just want you to know, as I'm sure do all the other senders of messages, that you are thought of and held close in our hearts. Love, Katrina MESSAGE BOARD Archive
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