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valerie
from atlanta, ga | Signed on: Tue 20 Jun 2006 01:01:50 PM MST
Thanks so much for continuing to keep us updated on your life and all. I really enjoyed the photos you posted of the OLN shoot, trip to the GA Aquarium and back home with Mom & Dad. You are such a good son to them, we can see the love in the pictures.
Can\'t wait for the OLN special on you - please let us know when it will air (although I will TiVO the whole TdF.)
 Big smile for your progress and great attitude.
All my best... |
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Nicole
from dalton | Signed on: Tue 20 Jun 2006 07:19:53 AM MST
HI  |
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Eddie C.
from Austin, TX | Signed on: Tue 20 Jun 2006 06:34:19 AM MST
Saul,
Keep with all the hard work in rehab. You have a great support team, with your family, friends, teammates and the whole cycling community.
In March of 1996, I too had a near-fatal cycling injury to my brain. This happened in a pre-season race, in TN. My "breakthrough year" and the 1996 Olympic Trials did not happen, but I have made a full recovery and now live in Austin, TX.
I was lucky and only a short ambulance ride away from Vanderbilt hospital. I stayed there for 2 months and continued rehab for the next year. I made it back to cycling and also managed to finish school.
You will be back on your bike again soon. Do not get discouraged and listen to your physical therapists. If you go after your therapy schedule, like you would your training schedule, you'll be back to form before you know it. Keep your head up and know that you and your family are in many peoples thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Eddie |
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Tim
from Calhoun/Nw Ga | Signed on: Tue 20 Jun 2006 04:39:57 AM MST
Cosmic Saul ! Looks like your moving steadly up the road to recovery! Looking forward to the OLN story once it airs! Maybe locally we can have a Saul Raisin getogether day? What you think? Maybe Dalton Bicycles and yourself/family could put it together. Locally we all believe in you and applaud your continued progress! SO glad your still with us! |
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tim verledens
from hulste belgium | Signed on: Tue 20 Jun 2006 02:30:35 AM MST
next year saul......langkawi......I'm sure I will see your name in the belgian papers. You' re doing fantastic work now and like T Raumschmiere sings: the game is not over. greetings. |
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Ursula
from Durban, South Africa | Signed on: Tue 20 Jun 2006 01:32:58 AM MST
The photos are great! I can see huge progress from the first photos.
Keep up the good work. You are a great inspiration. |
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gerda
from belgium | Signed on: Mon 19 Jun 2006 10:48:45 PM MST
Looking better everytime.
Keep on working hard and we will see you in a race again.
Keep praying for you. |
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the grabowski family
from colorado | Signed on: Mon 19 Jun 2006 10:34:55 PM MST
Hey, Saul - you rock! We are so happy to hear of your continuing progress. Keep it up; you have lots of support from family and friends, and you are doing great! Thanks for keeping us all up to date with your reports and photos. Our positive thoughts and wishes are always coming your wayl |
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Blas
from Albuquerque | Signed on: Mon 19 Jun 2006 03:39:08 PM MST
You are really an inspiration. Who can wish you anything but the best. Take care. |
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Otis Gunn
from Macon, GA | Signed on: Mon 19 Jun 2006 08:50:06 AM MST
Saul,
You were missed in Macon for the Tour de Georgia this year.
I am so happy for you that you are alive and the best is yet to come.
enjoy the rehab, the journey !
Otis |
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Jason
from Vienna, VA | Signed on: Mon 19 Jun 2006 10:06:11 AM MST
Saul:
How great it is to see you recovering so well. It is great to see that as I look through the photo gallery you are adding photos at the same time!.
Keep strong, keep motivated. I keep on thinking how great your green and white bracelet will look along with a yellow jersey.
-Jason |
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Maga
from Belgium | Signed on: Mon 19 Jun 2006 12:38:35 AM MST
Hey Saul! I'm very glad to hear you are recovering well. You really are a very strong boy, you should be proud of that! Take care!!
xxxxxxx Maga
Ps.: thank you so much for the updates! |
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sebastien
from france | Signed on: Sun 18 Jun 2006 01:22:55 PM MST
salut mec! je suis tres content pour toi de voir ke tu va bien ! sa fait plaisir, j'espere te revoir tres vite .. j'aime beaucoup ton bracelet, bon courage!! bonjour a ta famille.
titi |
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Mel Walton
from Decatur Georgia | Signed on: Sun 18 Jun 2006 06:40:14 AM MST
Saul, You don\'t know me but I had an opportunity to meet you when you were in Atlanta in the hospital. Great to see you are pushing forward and not letting your injury beat you. Keep fighting and know that you are in my prayers. I hope my son grows up to be as strong and confident as you are. Your parents should be very proud. God Bless.
Mel
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Doug
from UT, USA | Signed on: Fri 16 Jun 2006 10:50:50 PM MST
Great to hear you're feeling better and working hard. I just reread the article about you in May's ProCycling. I thought again, "If anyone can make it back from this... it's this kid!" |
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Duane Duggan
from Boulder, CO | Signed on: Fri 16 Jun 2006 08:27:08 PM MST
Saul-Just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery! Hopefully you can be ready to race in your home state next year in the Tour de Georgia!
Duane Duggan, Tim Duggan's Dad |
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Adam
from San Fransico | Signed on: Fri 16 Jun 2006 01:54:14 PM MST
Thank you for the updates! We're all pulling for you! Get well!
Adam |
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Stephanie Gruber
from Cincinnati, Ohio | Signed on: Fri 16 Jun 2006 05:59:24 AM MST
Hi Saul -
In May 1990, I was hit by a car, broke my left knee and compound fractured my right ankle. I was told I would lose my foot, but they were able to save it after three back-to-back surgeries. They then told me I'd never walk corrrectly again. 6 months later after much physical therapy and riding a stationary bike, I was able to put down the crutches and walk. I can walk, work out, snow ski and cycle. I have my first bike race tomorrow in Cat 4. If you stay focused and determined, you'll come back stronger than ever. I met some of your friends in Dalton at the Tour de Georgia, you have a dedicated group ready and willing to help you reach your goals. Take care and best wishes for a full recovery.
Stephanie |
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Ursula
from Durban South Africa | Signed on: Thu 15 Jun 2006 06:31:34 AM MST
I've been following your progress on your website. Keep up the good work and in no time you'll be on the road again. |
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Wayne
from New York, NY | Signed on: Wed 14 Jun 2006 04:55:45 PM MST
Saul -
Kick ass, my brother. You are going to make it.
Godspeed,
Wayne |
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Steve Jackson
from Cumming, Ga. | Signed on: Wed 14 Jun 2006 02:34:22 PM MST
Saul,
I am glad to hear that things are improving for you. Your recovery is an inspiration for me. I broke my neck C-6 and C-7 at the 12 hours of Tsali. I feel very lucky to walk so I understand what you are saying. I am also having numbness in my left arm. Like you, I know that I will race again. My friend Billy Bearden lives in your neighborhood and sent me a "Raisin Hell" bracelet. I wish you the best for a speedy recovery. |
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Stefan Persson
from Swedwn | Signed on: Wed 14 Jun 2006 06:19:47 AM MST
Hope you recover well Saul
Best wishes
Stefan
Sweden |
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Phil Roe
from Newtown,Wales | Signed on: Wed 14 Jun 2006 01:08:50 AM MST
When I had a Heart attack my greatest support came from people who had had the same experience and their advice on the road to recovery.You have good days and you have bad days ,Like training you are aiming for a goal and progress towards it ,so share that it helps others.All the best for your recovery Saul. |
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Morris Jenkins
from Calhoun, GA | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 05:44:40 PM MST
Dear Saul: I am Ed Miron's old partner and had the honor and pleasure of riding with you in January in Dalton. On May 9th, I suffered a fall when a dog ran under my front wheel-- fractured my scapula, broke 3 ribs and collapsed my lung. I realize that this pales in comparison to your injuries, but your story has been an inspiration to me in my recovery. Best wishes for a complete recovery. I'm glad you're home. Morris Jenkins |
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lad boyle
from columbia sc | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 04:50:12 PM MST
hope that all goes well with your recovery.
i fell 12/3 and broke a rib - at age 58, mending has been slow, but i still ride and almost out of pain - months of physical therapy hasnt been fun, but it is working.
I only do 45 minutes 3 times a week to gain strength in my rotocuff.
lad boyle
lad@law.sc.edu |
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blair
from virginia beach, va | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 03:39:17 PM MST
Yes, the OUTSIDE mag article is very good and everyone should look for the July 2006 issue, page 38 (just out). The spot-light is still on you Saul.
Ciao, Virginia friends |
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Joscelyn Cook
from Big Sky, MT/Formerly of Rocky Face | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 12:50:02 PM MST
Hi Saul:
I was reading Outside magazine and came along an article about you.....AWESOME!! You used to live down the street from me. You have done some amazing things. Hang in there and stay strong. I believe that you will bounce back stronger than ever. Take care and God Bless. |
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Charlie Jackson
from England | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 12:48:51 PM MST
Hi Saul.
We met briefly at the Tour De Langkawi and passed each other in the lifts a few times. I was with the British continental team recycling.co.uk . One of my vivid memories was the stage through Cameron highlands when I was in the team car following you through the hills. I must say that I really enjoyed the experience. It's good to see and hear that you are progressing nicely and we all send you the best of wishes and best of luck for a good and full recovery. |
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Dave
from Colorado Springs, CO | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 12:01:49 PM MST
Glad to hear you are improving. Keep it up. We are rooting for you. |
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Mike and Aubrey Moor
from Nashville | Signed on: Tue 13 Jun 2006 09:52:23 AM MST
Saul,
Wanted to let you know you are in our prayers. The bracelets are an awesome idea. We have a close family friend who had a biking accident and ended up at Sheperd's two years ago. He is permanently confined to a wheelchair but is now in college and doing well. He is a powerful influence to all who meet him and he and his family are big supporters of Sheperd Center. They do incredibly important work. I hope that all who read this will make a donation.
We look forward to your full recovery.
God bless you,
Mike, Joy, and Aubrey Moore
TriStar Cycling |
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