Well let's hope it's some sort of omen! Geez, man, you've been through an unbelievable ordeal. So we'll hope, we'll pray, we'll meditate on this being the start to a new Leroy, with less pain and more mobility, less discomfort and more sleep.

Sent by jordis | 7:51 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Yay on the staples, boo on the staph infection. For what it's worth, my 13-year old son landed in the hospital last year with a antibiotic-resistant staph infection, and after a couple days of antibiotics, he was just fine. As I'm sure you will be too! Quick note to Laurie - I know this rollercoaster is tough on you, too - we are all with you as well.

Sent by Gretchen Hoag | 8:07 AM ET | 10-17-2007

That's horrible Leroy!

Hang in there. Things ARE going to start improving - soon!

Sent by Vicky (NY) | 8:12 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Yay the staples are gone...painlessly.

Boo on the infection. Damn.

Hoping you are home soon.

Hugs,

Lori

Sent by Lori Levin | 8:13 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Glad that things are improving even though you are back in the hospital. Hopefully, you can get the infection under control and exit the hospital before you catch one of the nasty bugs there.

Glad the staple removal went well. I had 27 staples in the left side of my stomach/lower rib cage area when I had my kidney removed due to RCC. The removal of the staples was not something I looked forward to. There is a device the doctor used to remove them and it was painless. I was astounded!! As you stated, maybe you've turned the corner and good things will be multiplied for you.

Prayers as always.

Sent by Al Cato | 8:15 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Hang in there Leroy! We miss you and are praying for a speedy recovery so you may return home.

Sent by Nancy Owen | 8:15 AM ET | 10-17-2007

I'm glad to hear that you are doing ok. Hopefully your infection will clear up quickly. Wishing you a speedy recovery as always.

Sent by Jill | 8:15 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Hang in there Leroy! At least they figured out about the infection and the staples are out without pain. What a day! Thinking of you.

Sent by Pat Zalewski | 8:16 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, I wish you a speedy recovery from the staff infection. Good move to return to the hospital- hopefully it will not be a long visit. We all send our support to you and we are so sorry you have to go through this.

Sent by NancyGM | 8:33 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, Thanks for the update. I know it must be a great effort for you to write the blog through all the pain. what a wonderful example of courage you are. I think of you daily.

Sent by neal griffin | 8:36 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy,
Sorry to hearabout the infection. I had a staph infection myself in the lung where my cancer started. The antibiotics took care of the problem. IV in hospital and then oral at home. I pray they have been able to kill the pain. That is the worse. It invades all aspects of your life.
Peace and all good.

Sent by Robert G | 8:40 AM ET | 10-17-2007

I'm so sorry and disturbed about your infection Leroy. It's yet another hurdle for you to jump. I know how overwhelming this battle can feel.

Last night I was up most of the night, too. Thinking and waiting for the night to be over.

Morning is here now...and so are we.

Sent by Laurel M. Jones | 8:43 AM ET | 10-17-2007

we are all here for you buddy!

Sent by | 8:48 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Wow! These Staph infections are reaching epidemic proportions. How awful Leroy, that you go in the hospital, have such a very serious operation, and then come home with an infection which possibly could have been prevented by more cleanliness on the hospital's part. Get home again as fast as you can Leroy.
Wonderful news about your back surgery. Sounds like your pain there may not be too severe - right? Oh, it is so good to hear from you again.
When we turned on the TV this morning, that was all they were talking about - Staph Infections, even in our little VA schools and hospitals. All they do is "Antibiotic" us all to death.
Keep up the fight Leroy. We love you!

Sent by J C R | 8:57 AM ET | 10-17-2007

It's a GOOD omen!!!!!!!! Infections get taken care of...you are climbing a mountain and you're almost to the top! Go, Leroy!

Sent by Becky | 8:57 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Good luck defeating your infection. At least you are very trendy-- unfortunately, the news is full of stories about staph infections. And great news about your staples. MT

Sent by mt | 8:58 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Laurel wrote:

"Morning is here now...and so are we."

How hopeful that sounds! Made me think of the Cat Stevens song -

"Morning Has Broken, like the first morning...praise for the morning...
Mine is the sunlight, mine is the morning
Born of the one light,
Eden saw play
Praise with elation,
praise every morning
God's recreation of the new day!"

Peace, joy, hope and strength to each of you today.

Sent by Vicky (NY) | 9:07 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Dear Leroy,

A staph infection was what I feared. Go in for an operation, come out with some other bug. It may be common, but that doesn't mean it's ok. I'm sorry to hear about this, but from your tone, it sounds like they are sure they can knock it out successfully. Hugs to you and Laurie. I hope she's hanging on too. I know she's under tremendous stress. God Bless, and Be Well!

Connie E.

Sent by Connie E. | 9:28 AM ET | 10-17-2007

I once had abdominal staples and could not believe how painlessly they came out. I'm glad your experience was similar.

That's too bad about the staph infection. It's becoming so common anymore; I just read today that deaths due to staph infection are exceeding deaths due to AIDS. Apparently there are some hospitals in Pittsburgh that are the country's leaders in pioneering ways to seriously reduce the staph rate. If there was some way to reduce these infections, it would mean great things for spiralling healthcare bills nationwide. I wish a candidate would seize on the aspect of prevention.

You sound good, considering, and I hope this setback is turned around soon. I check in daily and hope for the best for you and your people.

Sent by Celeste | 9:35 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Infection begone. My prayers are with you. Your courage has helped me so much. Get home soon.

Sent by anne lumberger | 9:38 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Unstapled already! Go Leroy! And yes, let them subdue the staph infection and enjoy looking forward to getting back home. With blessings and care!

Sent by Sarah | 9:48 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Hi Leroy,
Glad the staples are out, but sorry about the infection. Hopefully it will clear soon and you can go home. My good healing thoughts are sent your way, everyday. You are an amazing fighter,

Lianne

Sent by LianneFriedman | 9:54 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Good Morning Leroy, Laurie and All,

What a great morning this is! I really didn't expect to see a post from you this morning, Leroy. You certainly got my day off on the right foot this morning! Unfortunately, post operative staff infections are all too common. But your treatment team will know how to handle this and those nasty staff bugs will soon be history!

Laurie, I hope that things will calm down for the two of you soon. You both have been through more than enough for quite awhile!! Smooth sailing ahead has certainly been earned!

To All, Have a really great day and please join in a Rain Dance for the Southeast. We really need some rain down here! God Bless!!

Eileen Pruyne
Charlotte, NC.

Sent by Eileen Pruyne | 9:54 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy. Fire the STAFF immediately!

Stay strong and enjoy that hospital food...when they let you have some that is...

Sent by Brit | 10:02 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Hi Leroy,
You sound so good, so positive. Just a few words and I can tell you feel better. We are all caring and praying.

Sent by Eileen Pluta | 10:06 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Dear Leroy, So very happy to hear stitches out - now when you start itching you will know that you are healing. Very scarey about staph infection but you are in a good place where they will be on top of it and hopefully send you home soon. Great that you were able to write and update up today with your positive outlook. Will continue our prayers for your recovery.

Sent by Vicki (FL) | 10:07 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, I was surprised to find your words this morning. You are a tough bird. Keep hanging in there. You help so many and I do hope the carring from all helps you too. You have a very big family here. Wishing you a speedy recovery and trip back home. Our best to Laurie too.

Sent by dorothy | 10:12 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Do you have some audiobooks for those sleepless nights?

So sorry to hear about the infection. Enough already!!

I'm keeping you and all your support team in my prayers.

Sent by Pamela | 10:19 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Dear Leroy,

When I read that you were back in the hospital, I groaned. Yes, it is the place to get the care you need, but it is definitely not a place for rest. All the endless visits by caregivers that put paid to any chance of actually getting any sleep!

But your news today - that your staples are out and the procedure did not hurt - I am elated for you! Hip hip hurrah!

My prayers are that the coming days are filled with similar good news.

Shosh

Sent by Shosh | 10:21 AM ET | 10-17-2007

You're right that is good news/bad news. Perhaps the infection brewing was the source of the pain, and once under control the pain will be gone.

Keep positive thoughts streaming your way.

Sent by Sue Chap | 10:31 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Staff infections...something we all fear when hospitalization is required. In your case, Leroy,it's more of that damned frosting on the vile cake you've been served. Hope it can be contained quickly, and you'll be home soon. (PS. it's good to see you, personally, keeping us updated. Thank you.)

Sent by Sharon | 10:33 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Hi Leroy, Laurie, Ted, Maeve and everyone in blog land..

Leroy, I'm so sorry your to hear about your circumstances, I hope you get better soon! ... I myself have been ill the past 4 or 5 days and have just checked your blog. Maybe this message was meant for you, and came through me in a strange way, I believe we all receive messages, but need to really look at them to know they ARE being sent from angels or what ever you believe in.

I left my house last Wed morning at approx 8:30am to go to the DMV (aprx 10 miles) then to my mom's too pick her up, (about 4 miles) then to a instant oil change place (about 20 miles). When they popped the hood, the guy said "Do you know you have a cat in your hood?" I said "What?!" Afraid of what I might see, I looked into the engine and too my surprise there was a cat gripping my battery for life, and it was ALIVE! I must've driven at least 30 or so miles with this poor little kitty clinging to my battery. I immediately reached in a grabbed the poor little kitty and she grabbed hold of me and just held on. aside from a little burn on her chin she seemed to be OK. Anyway... I then went to the pet store and the girl who worked there her name ironically was Angel, she said the cat was a Maine Coon or mix of it, because she has one and knows what they look like, I bought some food and they were nice enough to give me some water in a bowl and I gave it to the cat and she gobbled it up like she hadn't eaten in a very long time. I wish I could've kept the cat myself, but my landlord has a no pet policy. So, the cat went to a friend of my mom's who does animal rescues and is now safe, and the owner is trying to be notified (the cat was de-clawed) .. The instant oil change guy said he had found animals in the hoods of cars before but NEVER alive. I thought I should share this story with all of you because after all that, the little cat is STILL ALIVE! It must've gone through hell and back and then some!

Positive healing vibes are being sent to you Leroy from me and I'm sure from all! Don't loose hope. Carpe' Diem! Shirl Dolitz

Sent by S. Dolitz | 10:35 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Each morning I sit down at my computer to hear how you are doing, Leroy. It sounds like it's been a tough stretch, and I (like so many of your "fans") am sorry to hear that. I know it must be tough on you and Laurie both for you to be back in the hospital, but I would imagine the stress of wondering what you were feeling on Sunday and trying to decide what was wrong, etc. was at least as bad. I hope you're on a better trajectory now, and I wish you as quick a recovery as possible. And hopefully, while you're focusing on the staph infection, the back is still healing. Congrats on getting the staples out relatively pleasantly. It's always wonderful when something goes better than expected.

Best,

Leslie

Sent by Leslie | 10:45 AM ET | 10-17-2007

leroy, you gotta know the power of prayer. and we are all praying for you. i have a question for you. have you ever considered acupuncture???? know you are in our thoughts and prayers. we all send our loves and best thoughts. today i celebrate my birthday. i was in the earthquake in san fran 10-17-89.

Sent by bernie madden | 11:18 AM ET | 10-17-2007

They should be able to attack that infection. Good luck with it.

Sent by Lisa | 11:24 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Oh wow, a staph infection. More common than you'd think. I hope that heals up quickly, you don't need more negatives. Please focus your energy on healing. Sending moonbeams and rays of sunshine to burn away the bad stuff

Hugs
Alycia

Sent by Alycia Keating | 11:41 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Hi Leroy,

Great to see you post and great news on the staples being painlessly removed. I'll bet you could still use the scars as part of a nice Halloween cancer, though.

I had a MRSA two years ago after surgery. But it is gone and I am "off precautions." Basically, that means it's on your med record as a carrier, until you test clean three successive times, at least a week (I think) apart. Just yesterday I was reading a news article that a CDC doc thinks this might be more epidemic than AIDS.

I was glad to see John Shippee's post yesterday. I had been wondering where you've been; but, hoping it was on a vacation or such. I am so sorry for your setback. But, I'm happy to see that you still seem to have a lot of fight and determination to stay with us. Keep on typing!

Sent by Sheara | 11:46 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Well, in a way, it's Good news/Good news:
1. The infection has been found and is being attacked, and
2. Your staples were removed painlessly.

Definitely, an omen...or maybe a harbinger? Somehow that word has a more positive sound.

Wishing you and Laurie some reasons to smile today.

Sent by Doris | 11:57 AM ET | 10-17-2007

Dear Leroy...If anyone deserves good news it is you and Laurie...you are in my thoughts and prayers...Fondly...Ann Pat...xoxoxo

Sent by Ann Patrice Sclafani-Forde | 12:21 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Dear Leroy,

I was so sorry to hear about your infection. Why is it that we take one step forward and two steps back? I don't know what other words of comfort to give you. The only thing I can offer is my prayers.
Bless, O God,
all who struggle with cancer.
Empower them with hope
for each and every day.
Provide them with loving
and tender care, laughter,
and the support of love.
Grant them
courage when they are afraid,
comfort when they are in pain,
and your blessing
when all else seems hopeless,
that in their fight with illness
they may continue to praise you
and glorify your name.
Amen.
Vienna Cobb Anderson 1991 Vienna

As always, prayers to you and Laurie.

Sent by sasha | 12:29 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Friends ???

First ??? Leroy, what guts! I didn???t expect you???d be writing us for several more days. I???m sitting at home in my Laz-e (truly) Boy and only beginning to restart correspondence 10 days after the seizure. I truly can???t imagine the pain and ???I-don???t-want-to-do-anything-just-let-me-lie-hereness of a staph infection on top of major surgery. After my own brain surgery a year ago, they kicked me out of the hospitatl in 4 days ??? partly to prevent such an occurrence (and partly because they needed the bed). Anyway, my sympathies and admiration to you and Laurie. It can???t be easy ??? and as you know, you are both examples and encouragements to all of us.

I???d also like to join in thanking Maeve M. for taking the time from her many duties to keep us up to date and NPR (yes, I???ve pledged) for keeping this blog going. It???s a major source of support in Cancerworld ??? especially, I suspect, for those of us who don???t have easy access to face-to-face support communities.

I???d also like to thank Elizabeth and other staff for hanging in there and posting yesterday???s overlong blog.

Finally (really!) I want to thank those of you who responded directly to that offering. It???s my view ???maybe not NPR???s original intent ??? that such efforts should offer the opportunity for the community building that can come from crosstalk. It does my heart immense good to know that someone has read and thought about my input. For those who think this is inappropriate (after all it is your blog, Leroy), and want to respond anyway, you can get me directly at johnshippee@hotmail.com.

???Nuff said

Vaya con Dios

John Shippee
Atlanta, Georgia

Sent by John Shippee | 12:43 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, I got a note from a good friend who suggested her prayers were those "scrubbing bubbles" at work against my cancer and that any tingles or twitches I felt, were really those little guys working hard. I'll share my "scrubbing bubbles" with you and let them get the staph all cleaned up. She did say they need encouragement from time to time. I give mine ice cream. I hope you are home soon.

Sent by glenda | 12:48 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Geez, Leroy, if it isn't one thing, it's another. I had been thinking you might have an infection and that was the cause of your continued pain. (Don't mind me, I'm a frustrated would-be doctor. After all the exposure to them over the past several years, I feel as if I'd be just fine...if only they'd let me write scripts!) Anyway, I know you hate being in the hospital, but now they know the cause and soon you will be on your way. I do find it ironic that you are back in the place where you more than likely contracted the infection in the first place, but there you are. And the staples are out!

Your continued courage and sharp humor and wit never cease to amaze me. You are one hell of a man, Leroy Sievers.

All the best,
Mo

Sent by Mo Spikes | 1:31 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy,

Staph is serious business. It seems more the norm than not when you go to the hospital these days. I'm sure the docs are socking the antibiotics to you. I'm happy about the staples. Be better.

Sent by Diana Kitch | 2:03 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Continued prayers and good wishes for you.

Sent by Scott S. | 2:14 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your infection but I'm glad to hear you've had your staples removed. Just focus on getting better. I'm praying for you.

Sent by Lisa Lindstrom | 2:28 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Hope you will be home soon (before the hospital gives you another infection)! Are they ever going to figure out how to control these staph infections?
Here's hoping you get some sleep!
Charlotte in Temecula

Sent by Charlotte Kewish | 3:00 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy: Another victory, another hurdle... hang in there....Krupali

Sent by Krupali Tejura MD | 3:06 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy,
We know Law & Order does "ripped from the headlines", and Fred Thompson is running for President, but that doesn't mean you should do ripped from the headlines for us.
Seriously, this is a front page article on drug-resistant staph. I hope your infection clears up quickly and you are back on your feet in no time.

Sent by Dianne in DC | 3:40 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Congrat???s on the de-stapling. Healing thoughts on the infection. These darn bumps in the road can feel like mountains some days???

Sent by Maggie | 3:54 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Yes! Omens are REAL too :- )

Sent by Linda | 3:56 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy:

I just couldn't wait to check my computer when I got home tonight to see how you were.

I am so surprised and pleased by your good news and that you were posting!!!

Hang in there. Staph infections can be nasty, but it sounds like Lorie was right on the ball with yours.... God, this has to be awful for you Lorie...hang in there.

We are all praying for you both.

You will climb over the top of this hurdle and see the sun rise on a fresh new day.

Sent by Cindy Sivula | 3:57 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Well, staph infections were reported in the news yesterday...NPR included...sorry it got you, glad it's undercontrol.

Sent by Rochelle | 3:57 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy,

Hope you are feeling better by now, as those antibiotics start working. You are in our prayers. Happy to see your blog today. Stay strong!

Sent by Marcy in NJ | 4:14 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Hi Leroy

It's amazing how attached we can become to people we "meet" on the Internet and through blogs. We rejoice with you, we suffer with you and always hope for the best for you. I hope you'll be home very soon. You're in my prayers.

-Judy

Sent by Judy Fuller | 4:18 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Don't stop thinking about tomorrow,
Don't stop it'll soon be here.
It'll be here, better than before
Yesterday's gone, Yesterday's gone...
....Don't you look back....
--Fleetwood Mac

Sent by S Carrier MD | 4:25 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Sorry to hear about the infection. You are in my prayers and throughout the day(s) I will "send" you healing energy and plain ole energy to help you through.

Sent by Kay | 4:32 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, I started reading your blog recently knowing that it helped my young friend Bobby keep up his incredible fight against ewings sarcoma. Thank you for the amazing way in which you are supporting people by relating to them, I know your postings were so valuable to my friend. I am glad your staples are out and am sorry to hear about the staph infection, though I am confident you can hurdle your way over it - you are in my prayers and I send you mental sunshine!

Sent by liz hamilton | 6:05 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy,

You are a trooper through and through! It was wonderful to see your post and to read the good omen of painless staple remover. I'm glad that the staph infection was found early, rather than later, and hope that you are soon home and once again on the road to recovery. Hang in there!

Sent by Suzanne Lindley | 6:36 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Hey Leroy,
Infection after a big operation is normal...Staples are now gone...It's all uphill from now on...Let the healing happen...take one day at a time!!You'll look back and say "Wow I did it"
Our bodies can heal..but your body had a wopping operation..you have to be patient!

Sent by luv Ruth from Montreal | 7:22 PM ET | 10-17-2007

It is an omen! Things are going to get better from here on out.

You are the bomb!

You gotta believe!!!!

Art

Sent by Art | 7:46 PM ET | 10-17-2007

OH BIG L...staph sux! I had it bad in my mastectomy site...MRSA..the worst! It only responds to a new antibiotic that cost a grand a bag...i had 8 bags! I got thru it, so will you my friend! Hang in there.
liz

Sent by liz zimmerman | 8:30 PM ET | 10-17-2007

You have a shirt that I saw on one of the clips. That shirt says it all.....CANCER SUCKS!

I have to get one of those! That will make everyone in the Chemo room laugh.

Smile when you can, cry if you need to, but keep moving forward one day at a time. You are such an inspiration to all of us! Stay strong and you will be home soon.

Sent by Amy Jenkins | 8:44 PM ET | 10-17-2007

I am unfortunately too familiar with those "endless hospital nights" where you can't sleep (and if you should chance to nod off, that's the time when the machine monitoring your IV starts beeping or they come in to take your vitals). I'm sorry to hear about the infection and hope you somehow manage to get some real sleep tonight.

Sent by N.R. | 8:57 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, thank you for continuing to share your thoughts with us during this difficult time...I hope our comments help you as much as your comments help us...you are a very gracious soul....

Sending healing vibs your way....

Sent by Faun | 9:22 PM ET | 10-17-2007

I've never written before, but have checked in on you many times - when we were awaiting biopsy results, when we were sweating through 'false positives' - I seem to need to hear from you in times of stress :) You make me laugh; you make me think - and you make me remember that we're not alone.

I hope that when you need us, you can find some comfort in the fact that there are so many of us out here - quietly checking on you, laughing and fighting back tears with you. I wish you strength and patience during this most recent ride. Strength to Laurie too - and blessings to you both.

Sent by Lwilliams | 9:54 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Oh Leroy and Laurie,

I really would like to kick this cancer stuff where it hurts right now. You deserve a great big cheesesteak sandwich right now, and a icey drink with a million little umbrellas. When you feel better - and it sounds like your body is healing - treat yourself!!!

Always in our thoughts and prayers,

Sent by Amy | 10:14 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Leroy, Sometimes you are the window, sometimes you are the bug! Man, enough already! Just get better, and soon. Want you back. Hope they hit this thing with everything they have. All the Best, Stan

Sent by Stan Wozniak | 11:30 PM ET | 10-17-2007

Staph's nasty -- but almost painless staple removal? Fantastic! You're that much less bionic. Have been thinking of you -- praying they've got the pain under control. Many thoughts, this evening, about a friend with cancer, many years ago, and about she, and all of the buddies, giggling about "morphine-lite" -- get the pain help you need -- your mind will take up way too much energy fighting the pain, otherwise.

Sent by Victoria Ferreira | 11:33 PM ET | 10-17-2007

I remember when I was released from a three week hospital stay after being diagnosed with leukemia. The doctors told me that I would probably end up back in the hospital, if not the ICU, because of the germs I would pick up from my kids. I never did catch anything from my children. Instead, a staph infection (which I probably picked up from my own body) set me back in the hospital for 10 days. Those staph infections are nasty. Get well soon and go home already! :-)

Sent by Diane W. | 12:04 AM ET | 10-18-2007

Hello Leroy, I can relate to the relief over the staples...at least vicariously, as I remember when my hub got his out. Also he was dreading the catheter and drain line removals; barely felt a thing. So you've passed the staple test! Yay...and may good things continue to come your way, including a big knockout to staph. Your friends in Spokane, Sally and Tom

Sent by Sally & Tom | 1:07 AM ET | 10-18-2007

Dear Leroy,

My best to you and I hope you are really kicking the H*** out of that staph infection to the point where it is gone in no time flat. You ARE truly amazing, posting so soon after surgery and now back in the hospital, but that is the type of man you have always been to me -- like the energizer bunny, you keep going, and going, and going and...... PLEASE, keep it up and know we are all pulling for you in every way possible!!!

Laurie, please let someone know if there is anything we can do for you. Your role is not, by any means, underestimated here and I hope you are aware there is no river too wide or too deep for one of us to maneuver to get to you, should you need any help at all. We all need help at times, but some of us "forget" how to ask. Please know our love extends way beyond Leroy and right into your territory--you are so important to us too!!!

Love, Briana

Sent by Briana | 2:44 AM ET | 10-18-2007

Leroy,]
Major bummer. I was reading about all of this MRSA stuff on the train home from NYC and came home to find your blog. My thoughts are with you as always.

Take good care.

Betsey

Sent by betsey kuzia | 6:59 AM ET | 10-18-2007