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gerda
from belgium | Signed on: Wed 30 Aug 2006 04:13:40 AM MST
Thank you for thinking of and praying for Christophe. He really needs it now. He's stable but still not so good. He's facing a long revalidation. It's his 3the accident this year. he brooke his elbow in may, than a rib in july and now this.
Christophe Brandt is a gentle, kind person. A hard worker and a good teammate but also the loving father of a little daughter and a loving husband.
So please, cyclingfans all over the world, pray for him. Saul, thank you for writing that blog. |
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gerda
from belgium | Signed on: Tue 29 Aug 2006 11:46:19 AM MST
To Jocelyn: Update of Christophe Brandt's condition from the DVL website:
Christophe Brandt's crash, today afternoon at the Schaal Sels, will have very grave consequences for our racers.
Christophe suffers from four broken ribs, which caused a lung perforation and a pneumothorax.
Operating him immediately, the surgeons have been able to save the spleen but they had to take a kidney away. The upper arm is also broken.
The abdominal haemorrhages have created a very serious situation. The doctors will keep him for three days under artificial slumber.
Not so good for now but the teammanager said he would be OK after a while. Let's hope, because it's a good cyclist and a kind person. |
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Jocelyn
from Bretagne, France | Signed on: Tue 29 Aug 2006 10:26:25 AM MST
Saul
Sunday I was at GP Plouay Pro Tour and I talk with one of your manager, he say news of you !! He was very sympatic !!
I have a think for Christophe Brandt who fell in a race today and who isn't well . |
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marilyn
from tacoma | Signed on: Mon 28 Aug 2006 05:39:51 PM MST
Saul, How nice of Thor to sign the guestbook. Your so lucky to be part of Credit Agricole. Every race I watch on CyclingTV I always keep track of (our) team and think of you
I know, there will be a day when, I will be standing on the road screaming your name as you fly past and I will be wearing my Credit Agricole jersey.
I wear it when I ride now and think of all you have done in your journey to recover and it gives me that extra push I need.
I'll keep smiling if you keep smiling.
Thor is smiling for sure.
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Ursula
from Durban, South Africa | Signed on: Mon 28 Aug 2006 03:30:49 AM MST
Greetings from Durbs-by-the-sea.
Nice to read the message from Thor. What a wonderful team you have, full of compassion and always encouraging you.
Your pics are great. It's clear you're a loving family.
Always thinking of you. Keep up the good work.  |
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Thor and Mads from C
from Spain | Signed on: Mon 28 Aug 2006 01:06:32 AM MST
Hello Saul!
Just a quick hello from Tour of Spain. We getting ready for the 3rd stage, and I've the leadersjersay. So my team mates have to ride, but think they are happy to work, and defend this jersay.
We all thinking about you, and had a talk about you this morning at breakfast. We looking forward to the day when you're back!
Take care, and keep the motivation up my friend!
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gerda
from belgium | Signed on: Mon 28 Aug 2006 12:46:49 AM MST
Who would have thought, almost 5 months ago, you would be at the US Procycling championchips!
I know, you would rather be competing with Hincapie and the others but you are there, that\'s already a miracle.
Have fun in Greenville and tell us everything about it afterwards.
Say hi to your mom, dad and Ashlee from me.
Ciao Bello. |
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Bruce Wulfsohn
from Toronto Canada | Signed on: Sun 27 Aug 2006 04:27:57 PM MST
Saul
Your story is unbelievable.I am recovering from a less serious brain injury received falling off my road bike one morning,I know how tough it is.
Good luck |
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david
from los angeles | Signed on: Fri 25 Aug 2006 09:53:48 PM MST
Saul, man, bike therapy, its the best isnt it?
You can continue to be an inspiration to me and so many others. Saul, I wish you all the best and am rooting for you as you continue to recover. Nothing would make me happier than to see you transcend your injury (actually, you already have) and return to a happy, productive, life. And if you make it back to competitive biking, all the more better. If you dont, it doesnt really matter because you have already transformed your life in an indelible way.
all the best,
David. |
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John Wheeler
from Indianapolis | Signed on: Thu 24 Aug 2006 07:21:37 AM MST
Saul,
So glad to see you back on the road. it will be harder than the trainer, but much more enjoyable and each ride will get easier and soon riding will seem easier than many things, like walking up and down stairs with liquid.
Keep riding Saul, you have many people pulling for you. Thanks for sharing your life with the world, that takes courage, but you've proved you're up to the challenge. You have reached out to co many and it is very appreciated. Your site is such a motivation to everyone recovering from an injury and your accomplishments so far are great. Stay strong. |
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Charles Reeves
from Warner Robins, GA | Signed on: Wed 23 Aug 2006 05:37:26 PM MST
Keep up with the riding! We are cheering for you! |
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Soo-re
from Evansville, IN | Signed on: Wed 23 Aug 2006 05:31:37 PM MST
Hope all is well. I still haven't been on the bike since January due to an injury. Good to hear you are up-and-running. Take care stud!!! |
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christopher davis
from england | Signed on: Wed 23 Aug 2006 05:07:37 PM MST
good luck on the recovery saul. if there is anything to make you feel better it is being out there on the bike with the sun on your back and the wind on your face!
keep going!!
chris |
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Kristine Peterson
from Davis, CA | Signed on: Tue 22 Aug 2006 02:20:37 PM MST
On the road - awesome! Your recovery is truly amazing and inspiring, congratulations! Thanks so much for keeping us updated, best of luck for continued recovery-
Kristine |
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| Dr.Ndigbo Togo | Signed on: Tue 22 Aug 2006 05:32:10 AM MST
nice site keep it up |
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Tim Old
from NwGa/Calhoun | Signed on: Mon 21 Aug 2006 04:11:20 PM MST
So there are sightings of Saul on the roads around Dalton, the fleeting flash of green as he flashes by. Something sounds so right about that! Good to see your continuing to improve, and was great to share a few words with your father on the Bike Against Cancer ride in Cohutta this last weekend and hear of your continud recovery and improvement! |
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gerda
from belgium | Signed on: Mon 21 Aug 2006 09:04:41 AM MST
Way to go Saul, keep on going. Europe is waiting for you!
Was at the Eneco tour, visited your teambus, missed you a lot!!!! |
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Ursula
from Durban, South Africa | Signed on: Mon 21 Aug 2006 02:21:49 AM MST
Greetings from Durbs-by-the-sea.
Your photos are great. You're progressing in leaps and bounds. Exciting to be a part of it, albeit from a distance.
Keep safe! |
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Carol
from Use to be Cumming now Denver | Signed on: Sun 20 Aug 2006 07:59:41 PM MST
You look fantastic!! So excited you're back on the bike. Ft. Mountain??? Yikes, you go Saul!! Always in our thoughts and prayers. Any chance you'll be at the US Pro Championship in Greenville? |
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Jeff C.
from Marietta, GA | Signed on: Sun 20 Aug 2006 07:42:09 PM MST
Zach Taylor's blog
I hope I copied this link correctly. A Raisin Hell braclet is in the bottom right corner of this pic. I hope Zach Taylor doesn't mind me copying the link here. Keep up the good work Saul! |
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Randy Greenway
from Dalton, GA | Signed on: Sun 20 Aug 2006 02:01:23 PM MST
Saul, was that you out for a ride today on Dawnville-Beaverdale Rd. this morning at around 9:30am. If so, I must say I was excited to see what will be the beginning of your comeback.
All the best in your recovery!
Randy |
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Brian Percival
from Blackpool Uk | Signed on: Sun 20 Aug 2006 12:07:46 PM MST
Glad to see your on your way back Saul. Have followed your progress scince your crash in April. Look forward to your return to the peloton. |
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Marilyn
from Tacoma | Signed on: Sat 19 Aug 2006 06:04:57 PM MST
Saul, you look fantasic and so happy.
Thanks, for all the great pictures and keeping us informed |
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michael shubert
from cleveland TN | Signed on: Fri 18 Aug 2006 06:51:17 PM MST
my email adress is michaellshubert@yahoo.com if you get a chance |
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michael shubert
from cleveland TN | Signed on: Fri 18 Aug 2006 06:47:00 PM MST
Hey you look great, my wife is in a coma could you email me to maybee help on some questions if would help alot thanks
michael |
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Elizabeth
from Altamont, New York | Signed on: Fri 18 Aug 2006 11:24:35 AM MST
So glad to see all the parts of your recovery coming together.
Answered prayers! |
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Daniel
from Dalton Ga | Signed on: Fri 18 Aug 2006 09:10:50 AM MST
I saw you on a ride yesterday at the top of the hill getting ready to pass the elementary school. It was so good to see you on the bike! Congratulations and keep up the hard work! |
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Christopher Behrens
from Southern Cal. | Signed on: Thu 17 Aug 2006 09:21:43 AM MST
Saul,
I'm so excited for you - for your recovery.
Getting on a bike is as good as it gets.
Be safe, be happy, have fun!
Chris |
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Jon French
from Fort Collins, CO | Signed on: Thu 17 Aug 2006 06:58:04 AM MST
Saul:
I heard about your story via the RoadBikeRider newsletter. Last Wednesday, one of my good friends (Kory) crashed while doing a pre-work ride in the hills west of town. He was in a coma until this weekend and is now gradually regaining conscienousness. Hearing your story gives me hope that he will ride (and race) again. |
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steve carpenter
from chattanooga | Signed on: Thu 17 Aug 2006 06:37:50 AM MST
Saul,
it was good to see you again last sunday- I'm very glad to see you are doing well. we'll hook up for that ride soon. |
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