Author Archives: Sean

Reunion and rescue

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Sean

From Michelle.  12 July, 2010  8:30 a.m. Dear friends and family, I am enjoying a quiet morning back at my favorite place, beside Steve at the hospital.  Yesterday was my first full day balancing my sweet children and my wonderful … Continue reading →

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Now and ever

Posted on July 11, 2010 by Sean

From Sean. 10 July, 2010. 8:00pm pst. Steve as I type is having a wonderful time and conversation with Patti Harris, a Council member of the Union Church of Manila. She re-routed a trip to Portland in order to see … Continue reading →

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My portion forever

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Sean

From Michelle.  9 July, 2010 6:42 p.m. Dear friends and family, Today is the three week anniversary of Steve’s accident.  It is hard to believe it has been so short a time, as a whole world has closed and another … Continue reading →

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A prayer from a young girl in Malaysia

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Sean

This young girl in Malaysia echoes what so many thousands are praying for around the world:

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Photo: Determination

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Sean

5 hours in the wheelchair

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Trust Fund for Steve, Michelle and the Boys

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Sean

From Mark Ruetschle.  July 7, 2010. In the aftermath of Steve’s accident we have all been moved by the outpouring of prayers and support from thousands of people around the world.  There have been many specific requests from supporters wanting … Continue reading →

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More than the beginning

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Sean

From Michelle.  7 July, 2010  9 a.m. Dear friends and family, It seems like days since I last wrote, although it has been a mere thirty-six hours.  I am happy to report that Steve and I did indeed have a … Continue reading →

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Photos: Asheville and Seattle

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Sean

As you’ve followed this story through words and prayer, here are just a few photos to put light, color, flesh, and blood to this journey of suffering, faith, hope… and such extraordinary love. Steve intubated and sedated; shortly after the … Continue reading →

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From Kim

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Sean

A note from Steve’s sister Kim Fessel: Hello everyone. I am Steve’s sister Kim. I too, would like to extend a huge heartfelt thank you to all who have held Steve, Michelle and our entire family in your thoughts and … Continue reading →

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A Sabbath Day

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Sean

4 July, 2010  7 p.m. Dear friends and family, Today was a quiet day, a welcome interlude between the busy front of therapy visits and the daily deluge of administrative details.  Quiet is relative, as Steve needs to be turned … Continue reading →

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