Happy Birthday

[lapbander081004 7]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WHIPPLEDADDY

Whippledaddy where ever you are I hope your day is long and full of joy.

And a happy birthday to the others celebrating today

[New Hope 37]

Ryan, wishing you the happiest of birthdays. Hope that Patty is feeling well enough to Celebrate it with you. (((Hugs)))

[La_madam 20]

Happy Birthday Ryan, I sure hope you have a wonderful day, if anyone desreves it it is you my friend. Enjoy your day

[nightingale2u 42]

HAppy Birthday Ryan... make a big wish and blow out ALL of those candles!

[Iluvharleys 15]

Happy Birthday Ryan! Hope you have a great one!

[paula 4]

Have a great day Brother... you are one of the best!!!!

God bless you!

[whippledaddy 5]

And so it goes that the year rolls round and we find ourselves standing on the cusp. One year younger a moment ago, one year older in just a moment.

And yet, it was all moments up to here. And some of them seem so close, so real, like a dream long remembered after waking. And some seem so far away, so distant, like a poem read in the night, about someone else's life.

I can feel the sun on my head as Patty and I stood on that lawn with the Water behind us, and a man with a Bible in his hand asked if we'd be faithful, in sickness and in health. That was just yesterday, twelve years ago.

Thank you for your well wishes. They are the brightest spot in my day today, rest assured that is true. For my truest love lies in hospital, fighting for her life. And they don't know why. My deepest fear is that she will be one of the extinguished candles, and I can't smile when I think of that.

Yet there IS a ray of hope. The neurologist has given us just the tiniest thread to cling to, and it is like the sun breaking through the clouds. So for this I will be thankful, as I know I must be thankful for all things in life. Even birthdays which march by unrelenting until memory fades, and eyes dim, and birthdays lose their luster forevermore.

Also my best friend, Scott, has moved back into the area. Chefs tend to move around a lot, and most of my friends are working in exotic places where it doesn't snow all the time. This too is a happy present for my birthday.

And then there is LBT. Which just may become the Phoenix and rise from it's own ashes. Still I don't feel safe, not entirely safe.

But how could I think of my own safety in the light of such wonderful and caring people? Thank you all, your heartfelt wishes mean the world to me, and may I say in return:

LBT people are one of the blessings I am thankful for each and every day. I bless the mouse click that brought me here that first time. You're all top shelf, and I'm proud to call you folks "friend".

Love and Respect,

Ryan.

[New Hope 37]

Ryan, I hope Scott makes you a beautiful birthday cake and you enjoy a nice sized piece w/no pbs. I'm so sorry to hear that Patty is having more problems. You've been in my thoughts and prayers. You'll continue to be. Let's hope the neurologist can give you some good workable answers. Take care of yourself. And don't forget, you're not getting older, you're getting better! (((Hugs)))

[HarleyNana 10]

Happy Birthday Ryan, wishing you a wonderful day.

[nightingale2u 42]

Ryan... was crying before... now I'm bawling... my heart breaks for you and Patty and the battle you are fighting... I pray that you will both win this battle and return to your life as it should always have been. (((hugs)))

[ladiebird 0]

hey there ryan

i knew the minute i saw your pic that we were twins..lol

i hit the 36 mark today...hope your day is as good as mine and that you get the news about your loved one that gives you light at the end of the tunnel.

im not a religous person but i will say a prayer for you toady and keep your loved one in my thoughts

love tracey

[the best me 6]

Broken Heart here...I am so sorry about your dear Patty. May she be well soon and home with you, where she belongs. In ways, we need you like you need her...your presence is missed and longed for, may your birthday bring you joy in unexpected ways.

[Mita 2]

Yes Happy Happy Birthday Ryan.

May You be showered with nothing but good Blessings This Year:)

[kellymoos 4]

Ryan, my thoughts are with you and Patty. Wishing ya'll the best!

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Ryan, ladiebird, slenderella, geenut, and Missy....Happy Birthday to Ya'll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Jammin & Losin 1]

Whipple~ I just wanted you and Patty to know that your in my thoughts and prayers. please know we are here for you and I wish on this day your Birthday that you and Patty will hear good news of her recovery. So glad your checking in on LBT you are MISSED everyday!!!!