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Natasha
from MA | Signed on: Sun 16 Dec 2007 10:41:21 PM MST
Saul-
Congratulations on your marriage. I have followed your story consistently for months and I admire your strength, determination, and sincere sense of optimism. You are a true champion. I hope to cycle at your event in March if you are holding it. Thanks for being my inspiration.  |
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Jérôme
from beaucouze | Signed on: Sat 15 Dec 2007 07:01:20 AM MST
Tous mes voeux de bonheur à toi et ta famille Saul. J'ai vécu une expérience similaire : 17 jours de coma lors d'une chute à l'entraînement, hémiplégie, neurochirurgie Angers, rééducation aux Capucins, des rèves plein la tête, l'ecriture d'un livre, une nouvelle vie...avec mon épouse et mes enfants et tant de belles choses à vivre en dehors du vélo. Au plaisir de se rencontrer ? peut-être l'occasion du partage de notre vécu semblable ? |
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EVAN BLACKWELL
from PEDAL PUSHER BIKE SHOP | Signed on: Fri 14 Dec 2007 11:11:45 AM MST
HELLO; I MET YOU AT INTERBIKE IN LAS VEGAS. I READ YOUR BOOK AND I THINK YOU ARE UNIQUE AND SPECIAL. IT IMPRESSED ME HOW YOU TOOK A PICTURE OF ME WITH YOUR PHONE CAMERA WHEN I DIDNT HAVE A CAMERA OF MY OWN. IT WAS LIKE YOU MADE ME FEEL LIKE THE CENTER OF ATTRACTION. WHEN YOUR IN NEW YORK CITY COME TO THE PEDAL PUSHER BIKE SHOP;1306 2ND AVENUE NY NY 10021. 212 288-5592. USE MY BIKE(MADONE 58CM) IF YOU LIKE.
PEACE EVAN |
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Lance Armstrong
from Texas | Signed on: Thu 13 Dec 2007 07:04:10 PM MST
You are a punk!. Congratulations!!!.
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Jeff Sipper
from Orange, CA | Signed on: Thu 13 Dec 2007 03:44:13 PM MST
Congrats on the marriage! You guys look happy? Is that the Sheraton in Ka\\\'anapali Beach? My wife and I went there for our anniversary in August!
Doors close, others open... you\\\'ve been pretty inspirational to me, and countless others around the world... keep it up! :-)
Jeff
Comment: YES IT WAS!! THANK YOU FOR ALL THE KIND WORDS. -SAUL |
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dennis
from Boise, Idaho | Signed on: Thu 13 Dec 2007 09:48:32 AM MST
Congrats and happy life ahead to both of you. It ain't about the destination, it's about the journey. |
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Patrick
from Jacksonville | Signed on: Thu 13 Dec 2007 05:48:49 AM MST
Way to go Saul! It always seems that when one door is shut to you then a better one opens. Congratulations on the change in your marital life. Wish only the best for you and Aleeza. |
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Hebe Wall
from Dalton, GA | Signed on: Wed 12 Dec 2007 10:45:27 AM MST
Major faux pas on my part, Saul!
Your and your beautiful bride's Wedding date IS December 1!
The Wedding pictures are beautiful - on the beach in Hawaii at sunset!!
Yes, you are Blessed , many times over....
Just read your letter, dated November 22. You are so right, your new life ahead is tres belle, with your new lovely, beautiful bride, Aleeza Raisin, at your side. Endless possibilities await you and Aleeza in your new life together.
You are a tremendous person who can do anything you choose.
Listen and you will be guided in the new direction you are to go. (You have done that your entire life, it seems.)
Always the Best to you,
Hebe and Ken Wall |
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Hebe Wall
from Dalton, GA | Signed on: Wed 12 Dec 2007 09:50:48 AM MST
December 12, 2007
Well, Goodness gracious, Saul, you are officially a married man as of December 8!!
Congratulations and Best, Best Wishes, and a multitude of Blessings upon you two forever and ever!!!
You all have been Mr. amd Mrs. only four days! I had been thinking about your impending wedding and thought it was the first Saturday in December..
Ken and I are both very happy and excited for you all...Mais oui, bien sur, La Vie est Belle et Merveilleux....
In a more serious vein...
I\'ve wanted to write since reading the article in the Dalton paper, Monday, two weeks ago...about the French doctors giving you the news that you should not compete any longer, professionally. To say the least, i was stunned and heart-broken for you, yet almost immediately, i thought how strong, and dynamic a person Saul Raisin is, and has been throughout his
entire life. First, you are a miracle....Second, you are driven to always do your Best A N D you will continue to follow that same path, no matter where it leads you. You\'ve always had the best guide leading you onward and you always will.
.. You have that powerful spirit and will and that energy that will continue to move mountains (and continue to go up and down mountains, around curves, etc.) and all possibilities await.. Ken and I are so proud of all of your goals and accomplishments and know they will only continue.
The BEST to you and your bride, always,
hebe and Ken wall
P.S. I was very sad to learn about the Tour de Georgia not going through Dalton, April 2008. It\'s a major disappointment to me and loss to the Dalton community..The Tour de Georgia gave Dalton that air and flair of Europe, if only for a day. or so..the color, the excitement, the taste of Europe for a brief moment...
Oh well, C\'est la vie, Saul!
A N D there\'s 2009....maybe if we get busy, we can get the Tour back!
Mais Oui! \'a \'bientot! |
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Eugene
from Ridgeland MS | Signed on: Tue 11 Dec 2007 07:29:49 PM MST
Saul and Aleeza
Congrads, may god bless you both. You look great. Maybe now you can create the super cycling child? Any thoughts? TT and Climber!!
Eugene
bamagene4726@aol.com |
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Shena Pringle
from Bradley Wellness Center/Dalton Ga | Signed on: Tue 11 Dec 2007 07:24:03 AM MST
Congrats on your marriage! You guys make a cute couple. Sorry to hear the news about your racing career. Just remember to keep GOD first in your life and everything will fall in place! |
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Clint Houchins
from Parris Island, SC | Signed on: Tue 11 Dec 2007 06:59:13 AM MST
Congrats to the newly married couple. You guys look great together. My family and I wish you both the best during the holidays and in your new life together.
Take Care |
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Herman Liasion
from WI | Signed on: Thu 13 Dec 2007 10:39:42 AM MST
Hey!
Congrats on the wedding, enjoy the honeymoon and know your still a Pro. in our eyes. Hey when is your auction, would love to contribute some cash and maybe even get some C.A. team gear too!
Thanks
Herman |
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Mark Cotter
from Saint Louis, Missouri | Signed on: Sun 09 Dec 2007 10:34:03 AM MST
Saul, I've just started reading your book and I am really hooked. Being a survivor of a tramatic brain injury I can some-what relate to your story. You are a great inspiration. Thanks for sharing your story. Enjoy life!!!! |
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Shane
from Dublin | Signed on: Sun 09 Dec 2007 07:05:26 AM MST
Hi Saul, Dan makes a good point..pursuit would be a good target!
Congrats on the wedding...hope there are many, many years of wedded bliss ahead! |
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Gerda
from Belgium | Signed on: Sun 09 Dec 2007 05:18:17 AM MST
Being home after an accident gives me some time to finaly read your book completely.
It is a wonderfull story. Most of all your parents insire me. They made you the person you are. They gave you the strength to fight through everything. They gave you so much love, no way you could turn out different than the loving person you are.
Thank you Jim and Yvonne for reasing such a beautiful person. |
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Rich
from Pennsylvania | Signed on: Sat 08 Dec 2007 09:57:32 PM MST
Saul, while I really thought you would make it back to racing because of your drive and dedication, it really does not matter. Someone with your character and perseverance will make it in any path you choose. Best wishes and congratulations on your marriage. I will be a Saul Raisin fan for life - in or out of the peloton. |
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| Jim "Madeye" Moody | Signed on: Sat 08 Dec 2007 06:43:20 PM MST
Yes Hawaii is beautifl, but not as beautiful as the two souls in the wedding pictures. My congrats to both of you, you not only hold the sun in your hands, but the hearts and best wishes of your friends and ardent supporters. Blue skies to both you and Aleeza |
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Chip and Micheala
from Dalton | Signed on: Sat 08 Dec 2007 09:26:39 AM MST
Saul and Aleeza
Congrats on your wedding. Your photos are perfect. We wish you a lifetime of happiness. Hope to see you soon!
Love,
Us |
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Donna Hardin
from Dalton Ga | Signed on: Fri 07 Dec 2007 07:01:00 PM MST
Beautiful photos! So happy for you both! Hope to see you soon.
Love, Donna |
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Jim Sledd
from Huntsville, AL | Signed on: Fri 07 Dec 2007 04:20:57 PM MST
Saul and Aleeza,
Congratulations on your marriage -"you done good"!
Loved your book. You're right, you were meant to be a cyclist. You're young with lots of opportunities - if not now, later. Keep on dreaming; dreams do come true. (Forgive the plagarism). Allez! |
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Mike Atkins
from Port Byron, Illinois | Signed on: Fri 07 Dec 2007 03:53:37 PM MST
Best of luck in whatever you do. With your attitude, I know you will be welcome in almost any job environment. You are making a difference!
Your book (and my wife) have inspired me (and my local Rotary Club) to begin a program called "Lids for Kids", where we provide free helmets to first graders. My wife also suffered a TBI over two years ago while cycling, and this year completed her first century since the accident. She's incredible!
Congrats on the wedding!
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Dan
from San Francisco, CA | Signed on: Fri 07 Dec 2007 03:36:01 PM MST
Have you ever thought about racing Pursuit? You and Taylor Phinney would make the best male pursuit pair the US has ever seen. Perhaps that would be sufficiently less risky than road racing. |
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Jan Slabbekoorn
from The Netherlands | Signed on: Fri 07 Dec 2007 04:05:44 AM MST
You are looking great, the both of you, at least one dream that has come true.
Good luck!!!!
Jan |
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amanda
from SLC | Signed on: Thu 06 Dec 2007 11:44:59 PM MST
congrats you guys! it looks beautiful and you both look so happy and romantic. ah, my little friend is growing up! |
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Wayne Utz
from Alpharetta, GA | Signed on: Thu 06 Dec 2007 02:31:28 PM MST
AWESOME, awesome, awesome, I am inspired by theSaul, Jim and Yvonne. The book is real and anyone including non cyclist should read the Book- Tour de Life.
God speed to Saul and wish you all a great new year. |
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Isa Carret
from Rennes, France | Signed on: Wed 05 Dec 2007 11:26:50 PM MST
Bonjour Saul,
tous mes voeux de bonheur! J'espère de tout coeur que votre reconversion professionnelle sera fructueuse. Je n'en doute pas tant vous avez montré lors de votre carrière cycliste des qualités remarquables de courage et de volonté. Je couvrais comme journaliste le Circuit de la Sarthe 06, depuis j'ai des nouvelles via votre site, l'équipe. J'ai été impressionnée par votre pugnacité. Beaucoup de sportifs ont connu des épreuves difficiles, ils ont pu s'en sortir. Vous y arriverez Saul! Pour ma part j'ai un but: me battre pour que les sportifs de haut niveau aient accès à plus d'informations concernant leur reconversion professionnelle. Information et formation pour tous! C'est si important. Si je peux faire quelquechose pour vous n'hésitez pas à me contacter.
Bien cordialement
Isa |
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trish bolian
from Nashville, tn. | Signed on: Wed 05 Dec 2007 09:45:23 AM MST
Saul, our warmest congratulations to you and your new bride! I can hardly wait to meet her. She must be very special . I was very sad to read the decision by the team doctors though I understand that they only want the best for your entire life not just your racing life. Enjoy this very special time and being in paradise. I so loved living in Hawaii for 8 years and know how special the islands are. Your work future will unfold in time. You have so much to contribute to cycling and to the recovery of head injury victims. I know all of it will unfold in a very special, unique way. I hope you got the orchids upon your arrival. We wanted to make your arrival in our "home in our heart" very special. Much happiness and with much aloha, The Bolians |
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Otis Gunn
from Quartzsite, AZ | Signed on: Tue 04 Dec 2007 10:20:50 PM MST
Congratulations on a great place that you have put yourself in this life.
Apprehension of what to do has two sides, maybe more, the fearfull side, an illusion is one and the possibilities and opportunities, the real, are the other.
Enjoy your life, keep eyes wide open.
You've had a great life so far, keep it up, the best is yet to come.
Otis |
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Cheryl Z
from Shippensburg, PA | Signed on: Tue 04 Dec 2007 10:03:08 PM MST
Absolutely inspirational... just share this site with my graduate and undergraduate students in a class on disabilities/sci, etc. and they were fascinated. Thank you.
Dr. Z |
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