Monthly Archives: July 2010

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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Address

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Sean

For those wishing to send cards, the address for Steve at Harborview is: Harborview Medical Center Attn: Steve Ruetschle / Rm 457 325 Ninth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104 Sleep last night was just ‘that’ much better; pain management is ‘that’ … Continue reading →

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Hope

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Sean

From Michelle.  3 July, 2010 6:30 p.m. PST. Dear friends and family, It has been a long day. Steve began the day tired, so while he rose to every occasion, he had few reserves in between. I am tired too. … Continue reading →

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Encouragement

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Sean

From Michelle.  2 July, 2010 10 a.m. PST Dear friends and family, What a road! It has been two weeks and one day since the accident. In the first twenty-four hours at Harborview, Steve was feeding himself and brushing his … Continue reading →

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First day of rehab

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Sean

The following is from Sean. First things first: Please pray for Steve’s fever.  It continues.  It’s not an extreme fever, but it continues to create discomfort. We’re awaiting lab tests to try to narrow down the source. Transitioning to a … Continue reading →

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