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Martha said,
March 25, 2008 at 6:16 am
I am going to be the first one to leave a comment on the new comment page. With tears in our eyes and hope in our heart we are off on our adventure to Memphis. Wish us luck and pray for Scott’s good health.
Jennifer Wiens said,
March 25, 2008 at 7:32 am
wishing you luck and the best possible outcome.
drive safe, and by the way the cats seem very settled and happy.
Kaeryn said,
March 25, 2008 at 10:44 am
i have tears in my eyes too. wish we could have seen you guys at ostara. good luck, and i’ll certainly be praying, and jumping over the fires for scott.
and once again, anything i can do to help, espescially with the girls now, let me know.
mary, the evil twin said,
March 25, 2008 at 4:07 pm
Prayers and love to all of you, including Mom. This is certainly a major turning point in your lives. Wishing a safe journey to Scott and Martha, a good day at school for Shannon and Erin and good cards at Bridge for Mom.
Deborah Amato said,
March 25, 2008 at 7:24 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you have a safe drive, stable health, and wonderful care in Memphis. I know I speak for your NASA family when I say we are wishing you the very best!
Rick Harman said,
March 25, 2008 at 7:26 pm
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Martha said,
March 25, 2008 at 7:49 pm
Update from the road. I can not login and update status so I will leave a comment. I am on my sidekick, not my computer. Scott is driving right now and doing ok. We got started at the stroke of 6am, and we should have lunch soon in Blacksburg, VA.
Now I know why they call them the Blue Ridge Moutains, because they look very blue. Weather is great for driving, and traffic is not too bad (I am use to DC/Baltimore traffic).
I need to drive for a while, be back with another update later. Martha
lanea said,
March 25, 2008 at 8:42 pm
Fingers and toes crossed for you! We’ll be thinking of you this weekend.
nancyB said,
March 25, 2008 at 8:43 pm
I know many folks join in prayers for a safe journey and for answers and results in Memphis.. Sometimes we have to knock on new doors when the ones we have counted on seem closed.. this is a journey of new opportunities, solutions and healing..your next miracle is awaiting you .
God bless,
nancyB
Ann Hull said,
March 25, 2008 at 10:46 pm
Not even fiction could beat this TRUE STORY of Scott, Martha, Shannon, Erin Hull. If I hadn’t been a small part of living it, I could barely believe it. So glad we could spend Day-Before-Birthday with all of you and see the beginning of THE ADVENTURE PART 3 or 4 or 5!!!! We love you all very much and are eager to hear (read) the details as it unfolds. Prayers beyond counting from many, many friends, family and even strangers and Ann and Dad. MUCH, MUCH LOVE!!!! And thanks for the veggies out of your refrig!
scotthull said,
March 26, 2008 at 12:24 am
Scott updating: At 2:45 we crossed into Tennessee, and we’re both doing well and swapping off driving as much as I can help. The GPS says that IF we press on, we will actually roll into Memphis about 10PM (excluding dinner). While I don’t think we’ll do that, it will be nice to have a shorter drive and then a rest on Wednesday. We’ll drive until we feel it is unadviseable, then stop (maybe near Nashville). Well, we’re swapping off again, so it’s my turn to drive. Thanks for the many e-mails and comments so far. I will go back and read then when things are getting dreary in the hospital. They really help. Keep smiling.
Janet Beale said,
March 26, 2008 at 1:50 am
Happy Birthday Scott. Prayers and love are going your way as you travel and settle in in Memphis.
Janet
mary, the evil twin said,
March 26, 2008 at 2:32 am
Happy Birthday, Scott!!!
Todd (Fagan) said,
March 26, 2008 at 6:27 am
Happy birthday, Scott! Next year we will raise a glass together to celebrate.
Dave O'Bryan said,
March 26, 2008 at 7:20 am
Glad to hear the journey is going well. Hope you get the BBQ .
I’m not a praying person but you’ve got all that I can give.
Happy Birthday, and more to come.
Dave O Domhnall
olwyn said,
March 26, 2008 at 5:24 pm
Happy Belated Birthday, Gallen! I’m glad to be plugged in so i can send all our love and good-wishes to you and Rheannon down in TN. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Envisioning a perky liver just waiting to join you. (Hmmm…perky liver. Ah, never mind.)
Taog said,
March 26, 2008 at 7:09 pm
Happy Belated Birthday, Gallen! I too look forward to raising a glass with you next year on your birthday. I’m glad the drive wasn’t too terrible.
We are thinking of you both and will give a woop or two for you at Ostara. Love you both….oh yeah and the girls too…so I guess that should be love the both of both of you…right…hum…..
Claire, Ranga, Sundar said,
March 26, 2008 at 7:28 pm
We are thinking of you. Hoping for a new liver really soon, and you can both get home to the girls.
When you get a chance, check out this picture from the Lego Holiday Train … Scott has been cloned by the Lego company, wearing the logo and uniform of the Lego Space company. Remember, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItemPic.asp?M=trn126
Replacement parts are available for the minifig: http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItemPic.asp?P=croissant
Karen said,
March 26, 2008 at 8:11 pm
Hey! Very happy belated birthday. Still trying to come up with a tattoo design incorporating liver and/or livers, Celtic spirals and knots. I’ll make it work. It shall be my finest achievement, though I’m not sure where it should be placed as a tattoo or how many of us should wear it. Suggestions welcome. Karen
Bob Savage said,
March 26, 2008 at 10:03 pm
Scott,
Godspeed on your latest adventure in Memphis. My prayers are with you, that you will get a good liver and will have a quick recovery. Take care my friend. We look forward to your return at GSFC.
Clay Fulcher said,
March 27, 2008 at 12:10 am
Scott,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your physicians. As a 3X cancer survivor I am a strong believer in prayer from personal experience and will be praying for your patience, perseverance, strength and rapid recovery.
Clay Fulcher
chris said,
March 27, 2008 at 5:21 pm
Dear Scott and Martha,
You guys are amazing. Such positive attitude and energy in such a difficult time. I wish you a speedy recovery. Happy birthday, and many more to come.
Sincere regards, Chris
Dorothy said,
March 28, 2008 at 6:46 am
Hi, Martha and Scott!! Everyone at work is thinking about you, wishing you the best, and praying for you daily!! Happy Belated Birthday, Scott — here’s hoping this will all be blurry memory when you turn 45!!
Dorothy
Jennifer Wiens said,
March 28, 2008 at 3:33 pm
best of luck; and the cats are fine and say “meow meow” which i think also means good luck and they miss you guys!
jenny
keith evans said,
March 29, 2008 at 1:11 am
Hi Scott and Martha,
Sounds like you guys are switching drivers every 5 minutes. Or maybe it’s just that as soon as Martha starts typing messages on her phone, Scott is ready for a break. Or maybe it just takes Martha that long to type it.
Happy (belated) Birthday, Scott!! I wish you many more!!
Do you know the word crisis? Do you know the Japanese word for crisis? It is made up of 2 characters, one meaning danger and the other meaning opportunity. Yes, there is danger, but it could also be an opportunity. For a liver transplant done right this time! (I just read a web site that says that this isn’t really true. But some stranger who knows Chinese/Japanese characters really well, or me (who doesn’t)? Irrelevant of what crisis means in Japanese, this could still be an opportunity.)
What did the Buddhist say to the hot dog vendor? “Make me one with everthing.”
Nam-myoho-renge-kyo
keith
keith evans said,
March 29, 2008 at 1:13 am
What I meant to write was:
But who are you going to believe, some stranger who knows Chinese/Japanese characters really well, or me (who doesn’t)? Irrelevant of what crisis means in Japanese, this could still be an opportunity.)
keith
Melanie Ott said,
March 29, 2008 at 1:33 am
My dear Scott and Martha, you are in my prayers and energy focus now. Tonight I will meditate to send you healthy and loving energy, please use it with all my love. Scott you remember our work together and please continue it all the way through this process. Martha remind him of what we did and you do it to. love mel
Jeannie said,
March 29, 2008 at 10:22 pm
We’ve heard great things about the Memphis Med complex, so are heartened by the thought of good care. We are thinking about you and eagerly await updates.
Love to you all,
Chuck, Jeannie, Evan, Kathleen, and Bella
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mary, the evil twin said,
March 30, 2008 at 6:07 am
They better be taking good care of our Scott. I would hate to have to go down there and give them what for! Scott may have to go the hotel, just to get some sleep. And they wonder why he is so tired…
paul pachura said,
March 30, 2008 at 8:59 am
I feel really upbeat after reading your post of Saturday at Memphis. I thought Hopkins blowing you off was bad, but it was really good. They did you a favor.
I hate to say it but someone else in Memphis needs to have bad luck so you can have more good luck.
And Mary, your computer time must be off or you are posting from the future. If so, let us know what is going to happen.
Virginia said,
March 30, 2008 at 9:34 am
Hello & many happy liver thoughts from the Hearth Hill contingent.
Bran & i actually managed to organize ourselves enough to sit outside tonight at twilight & have a healing meditation/ceremony directed at both Scott & Martha.
We went over to the Log House & sat on the lawn near daffodils & tiny lavender flowers at the base of a tree that we chose because it was budding beautifully- when we walked around to the other side of the tree, we saw that it had a huge hole/divot in it’s base, but it was still thriving, growing strong. We took that as a good omen, a metaphor for what we want Scott to be, soon please & thanks!
I hope that our energy & good intentions reached you both, we definitely sent them southwest from us, towards y’all, with only a tiny diversion for Shannon & Erin!
Please, soak up the good juju & be the perfect balance of sick enough for the top of the list & strong enough to heal quickly.
Remember that it’s Spring Equinox, which is a time of balance between dark & light, but that we’re all leaping forward INTO THE LIGHT which, in your case, means into health & healing. All of Dalhraidia is making this leap for you this weekend, carrying you with us in our hearts.
Your Dalhraidian family misses you & wants ALL of you to be at Pennsic this year! Be well & strong knowing that there are so many, many people that love you- both of you, Scott and Martha as well.
Bright Blessings, Sweet Dreams & Swift Healing
~Va/amber
PS i’m all about a liver tattoo in honor of Scott & the donor whose liver will bring him back to us, strong & healthy once more. Keep me in the loop about that, Dwen, please & thanks!
nancyB said,
March 30, 2008 at 6:08 pm
Happy beltated b’day ! How wonderful it is to be writing words in CELEBRATION of another year ! What a wonderful trip for the 2 of you to have had before you start the next steps on the ROAD to Total Recovery. I agree that all seems to be so POSITIVE for SUCCESS in Memphis. Memphis is GREAT ! it is wonderful that Scott is eligible for the surgery . It seems that the TEAM in Memphis is treating him as though he is on the road to complete recovery instead of the not so positive attitude of the Baltimore transplant community. I echo all that Virginia wrote about healing , stepping INTO the LIGHT of LOVE and HEALING…
I see you at the river this summer enjoying its healing energies, celebrating your return to normalcy and looking forward to a LONG and HEALTHY life with Martha and the girls.
For those who read this blog: Please add the donor and that family to your prayers. It shows great courage and love for others to make such a positive decision n a time of such great sorrow.
namaste,
nancyB and gang
Marcus Hull said,
March 30, 2008 at 7:45 pm
Scott!! I just found out last night about you being in Memphis! That is so great that you are in cute and waiting for a go! Hang in there Hull Boy! We are all thinking about you and praying for a speedy recovery! Love you guys!
Dave, Lisa, Emily, Matthew, and Melanie said,
March 31, 2008 at 3:01 am
Scott and Martha,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we are looking forward to another fun-filled cabin season on the river with you guys there! We think about you both each day and, Martha, we really appreciate all your updates. We know you are there taking care of Scott each day and making sure he gets what he needs. Rest assured, I am sure that everything is being taken care of at home. You have wonderful family and friends there to look out for all of you.
Dave, Lisa, Emily, Matthew, and Melanie
Dorothy said,
March 31, 2008 at 8:15 am
Martha and Scott — please let us know if there’s anything we can do to help — and could we have your hotel address, so we can send cards?? (Or care packages??) Does chocolate melt in Memphis?? Any requests?) You keep having faith, and we’ll keep praying!
Love, Dorothy
Martin Ratliff said,
March 31, 2008 at 10:44 am
Hi, Scott.
It’s great that you’re making positive progress, prepped by the doctors and first in the queue! Best of luck to you…
and Best Regards,
Martin
Carol A. Krueger said,
March 31, 2008 at 6:30 pm
Happy belated Birthday Scott. You finally made the Big 44. My favorite number.
Also, John Riggins 44 on his foot ball jersey. Sorry though you had to be in a car instead of celebrating. But it sounds like you and Martha had a few minutes of laugh along the way. Memphis does have good food.
You are in good hands Scott. Sounds like the doctors are prepared and ready to go for you. Soon it will be behind you. My thoughts, my LOVE and my prayers are with you both.
All your friends here at Goddard are cheering you on. Leave donations are in. They will continue and support you Scott.
Be strong Scott. You can do this again. Love you man. Please hurry back to us. I will be praying all the way.
Carol
I will help you out with that my man.
Carol M said,
March 31, 2008 at 8:30 pm
Hi Martha, Scott,
I’ve been away for a few days so have just caught up on your trip to Memphis. I am hopeful that all is going well. I am not a religious person, but am convinced from my own experience that hope, positive attitude and the prayer and love of others are very healing.
I’m sending mine your way. Carol
morgana said,
March 31, 2008 at 9:09 pm
Hey!
I”m so glad to hear the trip to memphis went well - that there was BBQ - AND Hot tubs! Geesh! It sounds like you had fun! I’m glad. Soo glad to hear the things in memphis are going well, and you’ve got your own suite! Now that’s how our Gallen & Marvelous Martha should be treated!
Much love & Love & hugs to you both. Keeping my fingers crossed for you all that a liver shows up soon….
Dave O'Bryan said,
March 31, 2008 at 9:37 pm
Wow! I’ve been gone for five days (without internet) and a lot has happened in Memphis.
Very glad to hear that a liver is on the way.
Go Scott Go, see you back in Maryland soon.
Healing thoughts your way.
Dave O Domhnall
olwyn said,
March 31, 2008 at 10:10 pm
I’ll second that wow! I’m about to light a candle in my hearth to focus more good energy your way for a successful surgery.
So glad to hear you’re more than likely in the process of getting your new liver now. All will go beautifully, to be sure.
All our good thoughts and energy your way,
love
Olwyn
Robin Mauk said,
March 31, 2008 at 10:36 pm
Martha and Scott,
My cousin,Joe, and his wife,Karen, live in Memphis. Call me at work (301-286-5841) or on my cell (301-7062560) and I will give you Karen and Joe’s number. They can put you up with the exception of the week of April 16-25 when they will have a full house of kids and their families.
Thinking about you and focusing much positive energy on your recovery!
Robin
Taog said,
March 31, 2008 at 11:32 pm
Love you guys……I’m praying for everyone this afternoon.
Bran said,
March 31, 2008 at 11:40 pm
Yay!Liver! I’ll be filling my day with thoughts of you all, lighting a candle, and sitting up here pressing “refresh”.
Good love and luck and light,
Bran
nancyB said,
March 31, 2008 at 11:42 pm
HOORAY! Jumping for JOY ! tears streaming along with you martha,,
Prayers and +++ intentions sent to the surgical team for flawless actions today as they honor the donor by passing on this liver so that Scott can live… Prayers and intentions sent to Scott to wake up already healing and in little pain … the rest of your life has new promise…. Prayers and +++ intentions to Martha.. know that the feeling of warmth and pressure you feel is all of us joining in a group BEAR HUG!…Prayers and +++ intentions sent to the donor family for the gift given…
blessed be
nancyB and the gang..
Virginia said,
April 1, 2008 at 12:02 am
so happy to hear about this great good news.
I was filling out my Pennsic merchant application when Bran called to tell me the news & my heart filled with joy at the prospect of having ALL of the Hulls hale & hearty and with us at Pennsic THIS year!!!
I will be holding you & Martha in the light this afternoon & evening and, as Nancy says, sending thoughts & thanks to the donor & their family for this wonderful, wonderful gift.
You are loved, strong & healing. And foremost in my thoughts & prayers today.
bright blessing, sweet dreams this afternoon & quick healing.
an exuberantly hopeful Va/amber
Lois Haman said,
April 1, 2008 at 2:05 am
Martha/Scott,
Wonderful news! Praying for a successful outcome - complete healing! And for Martha lots of energy to get through the next few days/weeks. Wonderful bog, thanks for sharing this way.
In our prayers,
Lois
Jim Horstman said,
April 1, 2008 at 4:17 am
Best news. We are hoping for the best. You both have been a remarkable example of strength under most difficult times.
Blessings,
Jim
lanea said,
April 1, 2008 at 4:52 am
I am so very glad to hear that Scott’s liver was waiting for him in Memphis. Best of luck and speedy healing! Many many friends were sending you love and prayers from around our roaring fire ring on Saturday. Please keep us posted as best you can, Martha.
Niamh said,
April 1, 2008 at 5:22 am
I’m filled with joy to hear this news! I will hold you in my thoughts and prayers today. Pray you heal quickly! Thanks to the donor and their family… what an amazing gift!
Dorothy said,
April 1, 2008 at 6:59 am
Scott and Martha — I’ll keep praying with all my might, and hopefully by tomorrow you will be well on your way to recovery …
Dorothy
morgana said,
April 1, 2008 at 7:14 am
Woot! It worked! YAY for new liver!!!!!!!!
I am absolutely elated with the news. much love, and healing, and holy crap I”m so excited for you all. (and gallen especially)
much love & healing thoughts….
morgana
nancyb said,
April 1, 2008 at 7:53 am
What a relief to know that the surgery is in progress.. I think Scott Looked GREAT! what will he do with a skin color other than yellow? new make-up perhaps! snicker !!
I know that the surgical team is guided by the Divine in what they undertake this evening. I am glad that Steve and Mary are inbound.. Please know that you are surrounded by those who love you and Scott and that you are truly not alone.. Please update when you can. I am sure many will keep vigil with you throughout the night…
hugs, nancyB and the gang
Jennifer Wiens said,
April 1, 2008 at 8:52 am
i’m still awake, and sending good vibes your way. The kitties too!
Virginia said,
April 1, 2008 at 8:58 am
Bran & i are still awake & still rooting for you. Holding both Gallen AND you, Rheannon in the light throughout the night.
Bran will be up till 3 or so, if you want to text or call her- 301-775-1158.
Don’t feel obligated, just letting you know there are folks keeping watch.
Bright blessing & more love than you can imagine.
~Va/amber & Bran too
Dorothy said,
April 1, 2008 at 9:33 am
I’m still up, too, and still praying for the smooth sailing you’ve both deserved for so long!
nancyB said,
April 1, 2008 at 11:53 am
thanks for the updates! guess you needed that shower more than you know! snicker.. pics of both livers will be kewl if they happen! I am hoping there is a way for you to stay at the hosp. in a good situation as Scott’s official translator… ICU needs you there and rested is a good thing…of course, Scott is going to progress so quickly that he will not be in ICU very long.. that suite is the purrrfeccttt place for all of you…
hugs, nancyB
Bran said,
April 1, 2008 at 12:06 pm
Still awake and keeping tabs. Gonna stay up for a while longer yet, hoping to hear the “all-clear”.
Here with you all,
Bran
nancyB said,
April 1, 2008 at 1:56 pm
5 am here! by now, I am sure you have seen Scott ! Phew! a collective sigh of relief!
hugs, nancyB
Bran said,
April 1, 2008 at 3:10 pm
::big hug for all::
-B
lanea said,
April 1, 2008 at 4:23 pm
What a wonderful thing, to check in this morning and see that the transplant is done and Gallen is recovering. Rhiannon, I hope your reinforcements are there now and helping take care of you and your dear husband. Thanks for keeping us all posted about the progress.
olwyn said,
April 1, 2008 at 4:26 pm
Such wonderful news, indeed! Had to check in first thing. Rheannon, I hope you have been able to sleep soundly. So incredibly happy things went well. Glad you have your sister and father-in-law there with you two. Looking forward to more and more good news.
love
olwyn
Dave and Lisa said,
April 1, 2008 at 4:38 pm
Martha, we were both so glad to hear last night that Steve and Mary were on their way. We were very worried about you and felt quite helpless. As a matter of fact, Dave told me to think about heading out there to be with you. Glad to hear that things are going well. Hope you get some much needed rest and feel good for today. Let us know if you need us.
Dave and Lisa
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 1, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Man was that one beat up liver. Did it’s job until Scott could get another one though.
Glad the surgery went well. Let the healing begin.
Dave O Domhnall
Rob said,
April 1, 2008 at 5:57 pm
Get better man. I hope that the new liver does the trick. Can’t wait to give you a big hug at Pennsic. Do what Martha tells you!
Rob
Chuck Leonard said,
April 1, 2008 at 6:41 pm
SO delighted to hear all the good news so far. What a rocky road, but the memphis mojo seems to be all positive so far. May it just keep getting better.
Love,
Chuck, Jeannie, Evan, Kathleen, and Bella
Virginia said,
April 1, 2008 at 7:22 pm
Seconding what others have said already- it is wonderful to wake up & learn that all went well. We’ll keep the good juju flowing & hope that Gallen is very quickly out of ICU & in the suite where you all can rest & recover.
So happy to have come this far.
Hope that both of you are busy sleeping & healing. To that end i’m sending a small whoOT of joy, relief & recovery your way! (quiet, so as not to wake y’all)
love, hugs & happiness
Paul Pachura said,
April 1, 2008 at 7:28 pm
YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
kaeryn said,
April 1, 2008 at 7:35 pm
thank the goddess! breathing a HUGE sigh of relief! now i pray for resting up and healing well! hugs & love
nancyB said,
April 1, 2008 at 7:44 pm
Off the ventilator is a really good thing! YEAH! sleeping, resting, recovery… very important for both of you… let Mary and Steve support you .trust that all is as it should be.. this hospital seems to deal in LIFE and positive outcomes.. trust and go back to sleep..
hugs, nancyB
Arlette, Roak, Jo, and Autumn said,
April 1, 2008 at 8:03 pm
Congratulations Scott and Martha! I guess all of that fire-jumping helped! With a wonderful start like this, I’m sure the rest of this year will be fabulous. I have had bits of a song running through my head since you went down there -
I’m going to Graceland,
Memphis Tennessee
I’m going to Graceland,
Poorboys and Pilgrims with families
And we are going to Graceland,
There is a girl in New York City,
Who calls herself the human trampoline,
And sometimes when I’m falling flying
Or tumbling in turmoil I say
Whoa so this is what she means,
She means we’re bouncing into Graceland,
Maybe I’ve a reason to believe
We all will be received
In Graceland
Doris/Gaia said,
April 1, 2008 at 8:06 pm
Oh god, how wonderful! I am so relieved to hear the great news. Sending you the elated and hopeful feelings in my heart; it’s like the giving-birth feeling, somehow. Also sending lots of mending energy so you can get out of there and breathe in the lovely springtime air asap. Love and hugs to all of you.
Doris
Arlette, Roak, Jo, and Autumn said,
April 1, 2008 at 8:08 pm
The website keeps eating my comments! Congratulations to both of you. I guess all of that fire-jumping must have helped! With such a wonderful start to this year, I’m sure the rest of it is going to be great. I have had some song lyrics running through my head since you guys went down there, maybe a new theme song for you -
I’m going to Graceland,
Memphis Tennessee
I’m going to Graceland…
Charles Holder said,
April 1, 2008 at 8:14 pm
Yayy! for this step. Glad it all went well. Now on to the next step and the recovery…and with all this POSITIVE LIGHT HEALING ENERGY pulsing ya’lls way, I know it will go well too.
Just couldn’t help the April Fooles prank of Mary?/Martha?/Marsha? Huh/
Blessings on you two, on the girls, on Marcus (thanks again), blessings on the Donor, blessings on the Donor’s family (our thoughts are with you as well). Thanks to the hospital teams.
Doris/Gaia said,
April 1, 2008 at 9:27 pm
I want to punch Hopkins and hug your Memphis surgeon. I don’t know……… I think it’ll make me feel better. On the other hand, I think I love Memphis. Here’s something to put a song in your heart:
#10. “Cities” by Talking Heads
Did I forget to mention, to mention Memphis?
Home of Elvis and the ancient Greeks
Do I smell? I smell home cooking
It’s only the river, it’s only the river.
#8. “Memphis Soul Stew” by King Curtis
Today’s special is Memphis Soul Stew
We sell so much of this, people wonder what we put in it
We gonna tell you right now
Give me about a half a teacup of bass
Now I need a pound of fatback drums
Now give me four tablespoons of boiling Memphis guitars
This goin’ taste alright
Now just a little pinch of organ
Now give me a half a pint of horn
Place on the burner and bring to a boil
That’s it, that’s it, that’s it right there.
Now beat, well.
#5. “Memphis Beat” by Jerry Lee Lewis
I’m going to Memphis where the beat is tough
Memphis, I can’t get enough
It makes you tremble and it makes you weak
It’s in your blood, that Memphis Beat
#1. “Back to Memphis” by Chuck Berry
I’m going to leave here in the morning and walk down to the station
I’ve got just enough money to pay my transportation
I’m going back to Memphis, back home with my Mama
If I have to ride that bus barefooted in pajamas
Back home in Memphis, no moaning and groaning
I know everything will be all right in the morning
#0 Walking in Memphis
Put on my blue suede shoes
And I boarded the plane
Touched down in the land of the Delta Blues
In the middle of the pouring rain
W.C. Handy — won’t you look down over me
Yeah I got a first class ticket
But I’m as blue as a boy can be
Then I’m walking in Memphis
Walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale
Walking in Memphis
But do I really feel the way I feel
Doris
Isopel said,
April 1, 2008 at 9:34 pm
Yay liver!!! Yay Memphis!!!
I continue to pray for a comfortable and FINAL recovery!
Miss you and much love,
Isopel
Claire, Ranga, Sundar said,
April 1, 2008 at 9:51 pm
We are so happy to hear about the new liver! Praying for you all.
-Claire
Katie Townrow said,
April 1, 2008 at 9:58 pm
Scott and Martha,
I don’t see my previous comment on the page so I wonder if it got to you. Anyway it was full of prayers and best wishes and now this is full of thanksgiving and praise. Both John and I are so glad that things have gone well. I was following the progress through the night and rejoice in the outcome. Believe me, my prayers will continue for a full recovery so that you all can get back to living a normal? life. Lots of Love.
Taog said,
April 1, 2008 at 10:55 pm
YEAH!!!!! YEAH!!!!!! YEAH!!!!!! FOR RECOVERY!
OH YEAH!!!!!!!!
Arlette, Roak, Jo, and Autumn said,
April 1, 2008 at 10:58 pm
the website has been eating my comments lately, but I am so happy for both of you!
Love,
Arlette
Paul Pachura said,
April 1, 2008 at 11:23 pm
More Memphis lyrics …
I got to get away, study my geography
I’m just a shadow of the boy I used to be
I used to see the light, now it’s all a mystery
I used to feel the beat, now I feel a million miles from…
Memphis - where the hell is memphis?
Memphis - where the hell is memphis?
Theresa Allan said,
April 2, 2008 at 1:32 am
Martha and Scott,
Yippee!!! I’m so happy for you! We’re all praying for a complete recovery. If there’s anything I can do to help from this end, don’t hesitate to call me. Keep strong!
Theresa
Patricia Frame said,
April 2, 2008 at 3:44 am
You don’t know me, but I want to offer my prayers and support for a solid recovery for Scott, and many years of happiness for you and your family. My prayers also go to the donor and his family. May they find peace in knowing their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Todd (Fagan) said,
April 2, 2008 at 6:43 am
Be strong Martha - we love you.
Suzanne Hoffman said,
April 2, 2008 at 6:59 am
Martha
What an ordeal you and your husband have been through! It seems like he has now moved into a place from which he can recover. My thoughts are with you and I will keep watching the site - and wishing you boith the best! Good luck!
LEN STRAIGHT said,
April 2, 2008 at 7:27 am
Just wanted you to know we are all following your notes and pulling hard for both of you. My thoughts go the the donor as well.
Lynne Tessmer said,
April 2, 2008 at 8:00 am
Nothing poetic - just delighted at such good news!!! Tuffy Raven & I have been checking the house, papers etc. All is well. I can easily feed the cats (I’ll leave the dogs home), I’m so close by. Just need a key,so let me know. Stoke up on that barbeque…we’ll all keep praying!
Todd (Fagan) said,
April 2, 2008 at 8:54 am
Thanks for the regular updates Martha. So glad to hear the surgery went well and the liver is taking. Keep fighting Scott!
Virginia said,
April 2, 2008 at 10:29 am
just another quiet whoOT before i go to bed, to dream of happy livers & healthy Hulls.
Blessings & love,
~Va/amber
Dorothy said,
April 2, 2008 at 11:30 am
Sitting up in a chair already? Reading comments? Out of ICU in a matter of days?? This all sounds VERY hopeful!!! Hang in there!!
Dorothy
Theresa said,
April 2, 2008 at 2:02 pm
I ditto what Dorothy said! I’ll continue to pray for his speedy recovery so you guys can come home soon. We miss you back here! And please, let your mom and girls know I’m just a phone call away if they need anything. Thanks for the updates!
Theresa
Susan said,
April 2, 2008 at 4:14 pm
Scott, Martha:
You are in both my thoughts and prayers. Keeping all of my good luck charms primed for you!
Susan & Matt
olwyn said,
April 2, 2008 at 5:07 pm
Good morning, guys. Whoah, Gallen–already up in a chair and reading comments! That’s awesome! Sorry to hear about the complication with the IV–I hope it isn’t as bad as the other times–well, we’ll have to get you a spangled glove, eh? Hope your sugars regulate today, too. That’s such a bother.
Here’s to leaving ICU today! Time is flying, you’ll be home soon better than ever. Many hugs t o you both.
Love
Olwyn
Arlette, Roak, Jo, and Autumn said,
April 2, 2008 at 6:12 pm
Congratulations!
Love,
Arlette
Kathi Harris said,
April 2, 2008 at 6:50 pm
Martha!
I’m SO excited to hear that things are going so well! Congratulations!!! It’s so nice that you can keep up this website for everyone! It’s the first thing I look at when I get to turn my laptop on!! (My daughter arrived three weeks ago- so it doesn’t happen as much as I’d like it to anymore! but I’m just thrilled for you both!! )
You’re in my thoughts and prayers!
Kathi
Kathi
Mark Steiner said,
April 2, 2008 at 7:06 pm
Martha and Scott and family -
All of us here at work are keeping you in our thoughts, and are glad that things are going so well. Take care and take heart in the fact we’re all pulling for you all!!
Thanks for keeping up the website so we can follow your progress. It’s been a long journey, and we appreciate being able to share it, at least a little bit, through your postings.
Randy Seftas said,
April 2, 2008 at 7:53 pm
Scott:
Great news from Memphis!!! Keep movind down the road to recovery because there are a lot of OADRs piling up on your desk.
It’s good to see someone else has an “Evil Twin”, which is what I call one of my sister-in-laws. I’ve even made up a song about her, which is obviously not positive.
Doris said,
April 2, 2008 at 10:38 pm
Oy, Scott! You’re reading the emails already?! No worries about the blood sugar, dude, they can just monitor and take care of it with a little Insulin for a while. Good they don’t use as much steroid, should cut down on that problem. Martha, you still amaze me with your creativity and endless thoughtfulness.
Doris
Susan & David Boyko said,
April 2, 2008 at 11:20 pm
Scott,
So glad to hear your surgery went well - we are friends (and clients) of Marcus, and have been following your ’story’. You will continue to be in our prayers - stay strong!!
Our love,
David and Susan Boyko
ewebb said,
April 2, 2008 at 11:56 pm
Hi Scott! I’m glad to hear you are doing well with your latest challenge, keep up the fighting spirit. I hope you liked the Memphis-style dry ribs at the Rendezvous: if you got something else then you should ask someone to get you some for takeout
We look forward to getting you back up here in Maryland when you are ready.
Evan Webb
Lauren ('Nea) said,
April 3, 2008 at 2:05 am
I am so, so happy to “see” you up and walking! Keep up the good work, and you’ll be back to us before you know it!
Sending love to both of you!
Big Brother David said,
April 3, 2008 at 2:21 am
Scott,
that picture of you walking around was stunning, it was truly an answer to prayer. We continue to pray for you that your recovery will continue to be as remarkable. We’re looking forward to that game of pool we’ve been talking about, when you get back to MD.
Martha,
I’m praying that you will have a boring, uneventful time in Memphis, with lots of time on your hands, when you’re not with Scott. Just remember to eat ribs for us and listen to some Memphis Blues.
Heddwyn said,
April 3, 2008 at 4:34 am
Happy belated birthday, Gallen. I’m glad all has gone well. You’re in my thoughts. Come back to us soon. I love you, Brother.
Bran said,
April 3, 2008 at 4:52 am
All those lyrics up there, and they forgot my favorite:
The Mississippi delta was shining
Like a national guitar
I am following the river
Down the highway
Through the cradle of the civil war
I’m going to graceland
Graceland
In Memphis, Tennessee
I’m going to graceland
Poorboys and pilgrims with families
And we are going to Graceland
I am more pleased than I can say to see that picture of Gallen walking ’round. And it may be the camera on the Sidekick, but Sir, you don’t look so much the colour of a banana anymore.
And Martha, I’m so glad that you now have people there to “bum about” with, especially since there are fewer visiting hours for the ICU. I was concerned about you being there by yourself so much; I know *I* would be sort of at a loss. So that makes me happier. Hugs for all of you out there.
Love you both,
Bran
Dorothy said,
April 3, 2008 at 5:39 am
The news just keeps getting better and better!! I’m so happy for you both!
Dorothy
Chris said,
April 3, 2008 at 9:46 am
What a great surprise! Heard about the surgury as you were going in. I tried to e-mail you guys. As always, our smiles and prayers are with you guys!
It’s cool you’re in that area. James and I use to live in Ft. Smith, Ark and visited Memphis alot with the girls!
Keep the faith!
Love, James & Chris
Virginia said,
April 3, 2008 at 10:50 am
another late night check in. (it’s almost 2 am on Thursday for me)
Love ’seeing’ you up and walking already! and out of ICU! Such wonderful news!
Graceland is indeed the perfect song for y’all- Memphis seems to be full of Grace & i am so very grateful for that.
Keep on healing- we can’t wait to see you home & healthy.
Much love, many Bright Blessings & a happy dance in the middle of the night!
~Va/amber
PS Arlette & the rest of the Rozakii send greetings, love & healing thoughts- Arlette said she tried to post several times but kept getting kicked out of the comments section. Apparently WordPress doesn’t like them Canadian good wishes! Still, they’re sending them your way!
Rich Sanidad said,
April 3, 2008 at 4:53 pm
Greetings from GSFC. I’ve been keeping track whenever possible (LRO I&T and 4 kids at home - you do the math). I’m very pleased to read that things are going well so far. I hope things continue to go well.
Carol A. Krueger said,
April 3, 2008 at 7:13 pm
Hi Scott,
I am so proud of you. Up and walking. Better then Hopkins. You were still in bed. See those Cowboy doctor’s know their stuff. Not all guitars and music. I told Martha before you left on your trip that Memphis was the best. Stay away from Florida.
Rest when you can and listen to the doctors and nurses. You will be home before you know it.
Martha, food is great in Tenn. I wish I could remember that resturant that is about 3-4 mile from the Hospital. All you can eat $5.99. It was so good and boy can you pig out. I will check on it and let you know. When Scott is discharged maybe if he can and is up to it you two could go there to eat.
Everything is still the same at GSFC. I am working on the donor’s of leave for you. If anyone from GSFC reads this comment because let me Carol know if you are donating any leave to Scott. My number is 301-286-6418. Thanks in advance.
My Love and Prayers are with you both. Rest…………………….keep up the good work.
Carol
Doris said,
April 3, 2008 at 7:32 pm
Damn good pix, Scott! You look marvelous! Thanks for all the updating, Martha. I also hope you have a boring 3 weeks in Memphis.
Love
Robin Mauk said,
April 3, 2008 at 9:30 pm
Scott,
You do look great! Where can we send a card?
Robin
Claire, Ranga, Sundar said,
April 3, 2008 at 11:28 pm
Scott, great to see you up and walking! You are looking pinker already. We are so happy to see that!
-Claire
Jennifer Wiens said,
April 4, 2008 at 12:08 am
So glad to hear all is going well! Strider and Arwen send meows and purrs…
jenny and aysha
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 4, 2008 at 1:18 am
Scott and Martha,
Keep up the good work. This is all much better than I expected.
Think pink.
Dave O Domhnall
Kirk Wagner said,
April 4, 2008 at 6:57 am
Hey! Sounds like good stuff going on down there. Walking the day after ? Wow.
Sending good vibes your way.
Kirk
mykliam said,
April 4, 2008 at 6:59 am
Scott, A quick “hello” from another friend glad to see you walking and eating some solid food. Hoping your food gets better and the walks get longer. I figure if you can get through this hellish phase of your life, the rest of us can survive middle age with no whining. But no pressure.
Just keep getting well. Wishing you healthier roads in the days forward.
- Mykl aka FU+
Tom & Eileen Doyle said,
April 4, 2008 at 7:24 am
Scott and Martha,
We’ll continue to storm heaven ! We’re so very happy to hear the wonderful news of the surgery and know you’ll continue to improve. You are both pretty amazing! We love you .
Tom and Eileen
Dorothy said,
April 4, 2008 at 2:42 pm
Sorry to hear that Thursday wasn’t the best day, but overall, it sounds like your progress is amazing!! I still can’t believe that you will be out of the hospital less than a week after such a major surgery!! Hang in there, and know that we are all here for both of you…
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 4, 2008 at 5:47 pm
Thursday may not have been so good but it sounds like a positive step anyway. Real pleased to hear that the ‘flu like’ symptoms were only a reaction to the new meds.
Dave O Domhnall
gareth said,
April 4, 2008 at 6:40 pm
Dear Scott and Martha,
We are all thinking of you over here in the UK, and will watch for updates.
Much love, from Gareth, Jamie, Nathan and Hayley.
paul Pachura said,
April 4, 2008 at 7:33 pm
Big events in Memphis today as they are commemorating the 40th anniversary of MLK’s assassination about 2.5 miles due west of the hospital.
Leah said,
April 4, 2008 at 8:14 pm
YEEEESSSS!!! Keep up the repair, Scott! I’m so happy for you! Prayin’ for you over here too. You’ll be feeling better by the weekend, I bet.
LEAH!
Amanda said,
April 4, 2008 at 8:24 pm
As always, in our thoughts and prayers. I’m glad he was able to get a new liver so quickly and hope that there are a LOT fewer complications this time around. SO GOOD to see you walking, Scott.
Rob said,
April 5, 2008 at 12:24 am
Hey Scott,
Glad that you are feeling better enough to be grumpy! Hope to see you soon! I keep thinking back to our yurt-making weekend, and hope that I can return the favor soon, and help you guys get something new built…
Lois Haman said,
April 5, 2008 at 6:18 am
Hi Martha and Scott,
We’ve been keeping up on your status and are so excited to know how well everything is going. It’s great that you will be able to go to an effiency apartment. We keep praying for a quick recovery and safe return to your home and family. So don’t get too fond of that BBQ!
Lois
olwyn said,
April 5, 2008 at 6:56 pm
Hey there! So great to hear you are up and about, Gallen, and eating solid food! Really happy to hear that things are progressing so well. Also wonderful to hear you guys will be out to a hotel soon rather than the hospital. Sounds like you two will be home in a scant couple weeks. Yay! Thinking of you two.
Much love,
olwyn
Dorothy said,
April 6, 2008 at 1:05 am
Martha and Scott — Just wanted to let you know that the prayers are still coming, along with good wishes!! I guess it’s good they didn’t release him yet, so they could respond to the “crash” immediately.
Hang in there!
Dorothy
Erin said,
April 6, 2008 at 4:32 am
i love you you know that i do
Chuck Leonard said,
April 6, 2008 at 5:25 am
We are so thrilled for the good news — and so glad you have gotten some good BBQ! Our neighbor did her medical training in Memphis and recommended the restaurant you found. We are sending good vibes and good wishes your way. Keep up the good work, Scott and Martha. Love to you and the girls and Jodi.
Jeannie, Chuck, Evan, Kathleen, and Bella
Sundar said,
April 6, 2008 at 6:03 am
Hi! Claire and I are thinking about you and sending +ve vibes for Scott
-Sundar
PS - I was in Nashville W,R and F… I know what you mean with the raining cats and dogs!
Virginia said,
April 6, 2008 at 7:58 am
was just thinking of you both & thought i’d say hello.
{channels Fezik (aka Andre the Giant) at the end of Princess Bride
“And now, there you are ::waves:: Hello Pretty Lady”}
and Hello handsome & much less yellow man.
loving you both & still sending happy healing thoughts your way!
Things are so much better tonight than they were a week ago!
Blessings & Healing.
~Va/amber
Marcus Hull said,
April 6, 2008 at 9:52 am
Almost through this….Imagine two liver transplant surgeries in 1.5 yrs!! You have come a long way, and although not of the woods yet, there is some light. Keep fighting… Strength & Honor!
Love,
Marcus & Family
Dorothy said,
April 6, 2008 at 9:03 pm
Sending love and happy thoughts!
Dorothy
lanea said,
April 6, 2008 at 9:46 pm
I’m adding strong red blood cell production to my list of wishes and prayers. Get well get well get well!
Lance said,
April 7, 2008 at 5:34 am
Martha,
I’ve of course been hearing about things through co-workers and just finished catching up on your blog. Keep your spirits up and we will all be thinking of you and Scott as this story continues.
Lance
nancyB said,
April 7, 2008 at 4:33 pm
good WONDERFUL Monday to all! weekends are good for resting, recuperating, regenerating and watching good movies…LotR and harry Potter are high on my list of watch over and over and find new magick…
Today is a DAY OF CELEBRATION ! One week ago , things were much different but much the same… scared of the current situation but hopeful of miracles to come… The journey of the last 1 1/2 year has been full of some pretty big miracles but also many small ones. I know that miracles will continue to occur. I see Scott’s room filled with healing energies which will deal with the fever and remove it . I see Scott continuing to heal and recover and make great STRIDES (hint! hint! )along the path of return to “normal life”. The lesson of Love that the 2 of you share with us and your continued optimism are gifts to us all… Keep smiling! and we will do the same
hugs,
nancyB and the gang
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 7, 2008 at 5:59 pm
Sending more healing thoughts down your way to kick out whatever is causing that fever.
Dave O Domhnall
Doris/Gaia said,
April 7, 2008 at 6:06 pm
Sounds like the team is doing all the right things. Hang in there. Good thouts your way
Rob said,
April 7, 2008 at 8:27 pm
Scott & Martha, we are sending our love & envisioning tissues healing & rebuilding. Now is a season of growth & renewal.
Here is a cute kid moment for you– recently Rob’s folks came for a visit and his mom remarked about the stones we have collected from our property & placed near our woodstove to become a heat absorbing wall when we get a chance to build it–”These are very nice stones.” Luke looked indignant, and exclaimed, “No, Grandma, they’re ROCKS!”
I know this must be a rough, rough time but I am wishing you a great & lengthy flight once you get “off the ground” as it were with your new innards.
~~Sherry at Rob’s computer
Rob said,
April 7, 2008 at 8:37 pm
PS ALL: Time stamping is a little off in this system– if it ever comes to matter, as I send this it is 11:32 AM Mon April 7th.
Carol A. Krueger said,
April 7, 2008 at 11:14 pm
Hi Scott & Martha,
Prayers continue along with lots of love. Just a tiny set back with that fever. Hang in there baby. You are a lot further of the road this time then last time you were in Hopkins. Walking around everyday. Sounds encouraging to me.
Take up Country music and line dancing while you are there. Good exercise and lots of fun. So I hear it is good for ones health. Maybe I will fly down and go with you.
Scott, please continue to improve and I will continue to pray. We love you man and GSFC will be still be here. You can bring your country accent back home when you come.
Carol
Scott said,
April 8, 2008 at 2:59 am
HI! Just a quick comment to let you all know that I am indeed reading each and every comment, and they are wonderful. (it also gives me a place to mark I stopped reading - WOW, so many!) I like Nancy’s reflection of my tag-line back at me; that’s clever. I have read every single comment at least twice over the past week, and have enjoyed each one, though two naturally stand out for me. I was so pleased that Marcus found the time to write, with all that he is dealing with right now; we’re all supporting each other right now, bro, and I think of you guys constantly. The other was probably the shortest comment of the hundreds received since this whole thing started. Erin’s simple message (#125) stopped me in my tracks last night when I read it, and reduced me to tears for a few minutes. I’m pretty sure it’s supposed to work that way…
Look for an update this evening from me, and keep smiling!
Scott said,
April 8, 2008 at 4:34 am
Oh, and in terms of song lyrics I think you’ve missed the song that has been stuck in my head for a month. It was also written by Chuck Berry, and starts out:
“Long Distance Information, give me Memphis, Tennessee.
Help me find the party that tried to get in touch with me.
They would not leave a number, but I know the place to call,
Cause my uncle took a message, and he wrote it on the wall.”
A real tear-jerker by the end, but a classic. I remember hearing it as a young kid, about the time my parents got divorced. I only read the full lyrics today, for probably the first time ever. If you don’t know the song, it might be worth looking up.
SteveHull said,
April 8, 2008 at 4:41 am
Scott and Martha
I am just blown away by the comments. I don’t know what I can add. I am rioght in there with Erin. I love you and hope that it shows. It only took 3 days fro me to catch up on my sleep. at least I think I’ve cought up. but I would give up the trip for anything. Scott, you have a way of passing strength to all who are around you, no matter what the circumstances. I know God is already blessing you.But we are going to keep asking for more. afteral He loves you so much that He allowed Jesus to die for you, so I know He loves you enough to make that liver right. Se you soon.
Dad
Chuck Leonard said,
April 8, 2008 at 5:03 am
On the road again… To recovery, that is. Lots of music analogies to tie into the journey you are taking, but I’m so glad you are finding the joy along the way. Its the only way to travel.
Wishing you the best,
Chuck and family
Sundar, Claire, Ranga said,
April 8, 2008 at 5:37 am
Great news! Can we get fresh photos when you get a chance? Maybe a hospital release photo when you get there!
- Claire
Bran said,
April 8, 2008 at 7:51 am
Hey there cats and kittens,
Was thinking of you all a lot today. Just wanted to let you know that.
And Scott, I love that when we hear from you, it’s as if more and more of the sun comes peeking out of the clouds. It’s brilliant, in several meanings of the word.
With much love,
Bran
Carol A. Krueger said,
April 8, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Hi Scott,
Good morning to you. Sounds like the sun is shining there in Tenn. Take your walks, get your rest and soon you will be back home. You are healing good and your spirits are high. Keep them there. Long ride in a car to get back home.
I like how you get an apartment like room so that Martha is able to stay with you. That really means a lot to you I know. Then you don’t have to worry about her in a strange town. She will be right there with you. But, maybe Martha needs rest too and she likes her hotel room. She is a true Champ.
Well, I guess I better get some of this work around here done. So always remember we love you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. So until tomorrow………………………………Have a great improvement day.
Carol
nancyB said,
April 8, 2008 at 4:37 pm
Scott and Martha,
It is wonderful to have both updates and comments from each of you.. and to read that you , Scott, are improving with each step you take! I know we all join you in a collective holding of breath when we read of a fever or other development that is of concern to the Drs… and then more prayers are sent on your behalf for continued healing … How INCREDIBLE that you will graduate to an interim “home” for a a bit… much more conductive to recovery and return to normalcy… HOORAY!
keep up the good work and the comments… some of us check this site often during the day ..
hugs, nancyB and the gang
mike sampson said,
April 8, 2008 at 4:45 pm
4/8 just got a couple of minutes before leaving for gsfc. great news, congratulations, i’m so glad its going better than last time. I won’t try to give advice, you’re the expert after all the practice you have had! couple of news items: bob dutilly retired last week, hst had another rwa polycarbonate capacitor incident - it recovered without a problem and is working fine and norm says henning is serious about retiring in the next few months.
olwyn said,
April 8, 2008 at 5:13 pm
Morning, guys. Gallen–sounds like you are not without challenges but your attitude is amazing–indeed you’ll get to Denver, as you say. Here are many well-wishes for a speedy recovery and a fever that shreds away in the wind like a cloud!
Hoping you get those new digs so it feels more apartment-y and less hospital-y.
Yipee, such progress! Hugs to you both.
Love
olwyn
Dorothy said,
April 8, 2008 at 5:55 pm
WOW! Less than a week after such major surgery, Scott is blogging!! That’s wonderful! You’ve got the right attitude for a full and speedy recovery, Scott, and all the love and support you can handle, from Martha, your girls, your family, and all your friends! Keep the faith!
Dorothy
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 8, 2008 at 7:07 pm
Gallen,
Glad to see that you are posting. Makes me feel much better about how you are doing. No pithy or emotional comments from me, but from one engineer to another I am glad that waste treatment system is all buttoned up this time.
Dave O Domhnall
landabob said,
April 8, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Cloudy in Emmitsburg MD, scattered spritzes of rain. Nothing like a raging Mississippi here (knock wood) nor Mordor’s darkness. Spring!
Glad to read of the walks and living arrangements. Good to visualize & send a bit of spring in your direction (without the pollen, mind you!) cool weather and the warmth of a good cloak!
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 9, 2008 at 1:31 am
Mmmmmm….. shower…. that is a good thing. We fully support the doctors in their desire to give us all a clean Scott/Gallen.
Ann Hull said,
April 9, 2008 at 3:20 am
Halleleujah!!!Excellent news re Scott Hull,worthy of top headline/newspaper!
Phonecalls,love,prayers to us re you daily familiy:craig,beth,adam,matthew,
bailee,amy,keith,emily,brad,karen,abigail,meghan,ben,ann,Dad.xxxoooann
amy says she won’t write on your birthday next year for mis-interpretation!
and 6/8/08 (6/8/68-40 years) she expects a card from you!
Thanks for giving all your readers and fans the full, daily picture!!!!!In the words of Erin, we love you, too.
Dave O'Bryan said,
April 9, 2008 at 8:17 am
Hopefully Memphis is over the Men’s Bball team’s loss and is now celebrating the Tennesee Women’s Team National Championship.
Virginia said,
April 9, 2008 at 6:54 pm
just a quick hello & yet another whoOT for all the great good news that you both have been sharing with us. I’m going to be away from the computer till Monday evening, but you won’t be gone from my thought, my heart & my prayers.
Loving you both (& Shannon & Erin too!) & holding everyone in the light.
Blessings
~Va/amber
Susan & David Boyko said,
April 9, 2008 at 8:01 pm
Scott,
Glad to hear you are up and around more, and that you are fighting off that fever! Your strength and family and their love WILL get you through this - we are thinking of you and praying for you…stay strong!
Our love,
Susan, David, and family
Mary, "the Evil Twin", from Pittsburgh said,
April 9, 2008 at 8:51 pm
now that you have a local Memphis liver instead of a “Ranger” liver, do you feel urges to “sing the Blues”? maybe this explains comment 140. Love to you both. Come home soon.
Mom and John said,
April 9, 2008 at 10:18 pm
Just read your latest status and am glad to see you are improving. Hope they found the fever and it is going. Hugs and kisses to both of you.
Christine B. said,
April 10, 2008 at 1:37 am
Oh Scott!!!! I’m so happy for you!!!!!
Guess what?!?!?! My mom got her liver on Saturday April 6!!!!!!
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She is still on the ventilator having some respiratory issues- but is expected to wean off it by tomorrow, The liver is working great though!!!!
This Spring will revitalize our families!!!!!
Peace dear friend.
Christine
Christine B. said,
April 10, 2008 at 1:38 am
let’s see if this works…
Scott said,
April 10, 2008 at 2:13 am
Thanks once again for all the terrific comments. Occasionally I am overwhelmed by the variety and sheer quantity of people writing in. I hope you all somehow get an opportunity to see first-hand just how many people in the world will/ would support you when you need it. There are a few names here that I don’t recognize, and I’m sure that there are many names which are new to each of you who read this, and it makes me think that in a way we’ve always had an extremely interconnected network of people in place, but that the internet has just accelerated most of those connections.
I am truly impressed that my Mom and John have figured out how to leave a comment. We may get them completely online yet someday. And Mike sure knows how to get my mind off the recovery for a few minutes. Work is my biggest weakness, and I’m glad to hear that the ‘mistress’ is back up (notice that Hubble news took preference over some huge management shifts; got your priorities straight). Bob, you will be missed by many people for many reasons; I hope you take the opportunity for a well-earned break.
And thanks to all of you who have been able to step up to offer assistance in other ways as well. From donated leave at work, to help with the kids/ house/pets in Columbia. While we still miss home a lot, it is so much easier to relax and concentrate on healing when we know that other things are under control. Jody, we can never thank you enough from the first ordeal, and this time is so much more significant. You are a treasured blessing to me always.
Martha said,
April 10, 2008 at 5:54 am
My apologies to Arlette, Roak, Jo, and Autumn - for some reason their four comments were declared spam along with the ones about buying looking for “single black hot woman” or “buying viagra”. I have unspamed them so hopefully they won’t be declared spam again.
Arlette, Roak, Jo, and Autumn said,
April 10, 2008 at 7:29 pm
Serves me right for posting from work! I am so glad to hear all the good news. I hope you will have time for a bit more sightseeing once you get out of the hospital - Memphis has some great history behind it. Although I am sure you are anxious to get home, it is not everyday that you get to see the birthplace of Rock and Roll (unless you live in Memphis)! Steeleye should write a song about it - liver and rock sounds like a good mix for him. The last of our snow and ice is finally melting this week (I am hoping there won’t be an April snowstorm this year), and Autumn has been telling me she wants to go to “camp” - I hope we will be able to see you there. Best wishes from the not-quite-so-frozen North!
Happy healing,
Arlette
Carol A. Krueger said,
April 10, 2008 at 8:31 pm
Good morning Scott and Martha,
I am really glad to hear the fever is gone and they found the source of the fever.
Sounds like you will soon be out of there.
Maybe then you can go out with Martha and try all the resturants out. She is really finding some yummy ones. Makes me hungry. BBQ so good.
Take care and I will keep praying.
Carol
Mary, "the Evil Twin", from Pittsburgh said,
April 10, 2008 at 9:10 pm
you are going to have to use your time to learn how to COOK Memphis BBQ. Hopefully things remain boring.
Charles Holder said,
April 10, 2008 at 10:11 pm
“… Sorry this is a boring update - but boring is a GOOD THING!!! Means nothing is going wrong!! …”
YAY!! FOR BORING! Scott, once you get home, maybe I can show you how I can crash a helicopter!
Keep on keepin’ on.
Amy Peterson said,
April 11, 2008 at 6:05 am
Hey, you guys! Thank you for sharing this website with me. It looks so good. I haven’t read all of it and really don’t have time. But I did manage to read the summary. Very interesting! Now some things I saw today make sense. You’ve come a long way. I wish the very best for your family. My prayers are with you.
Amy
(Nurse Extern)
Shawn Macmurphy said,
April 11, 2008 at 7:04 am
Hey Scott! Code 562 at Goddard is praying for you. I have read a lot of these comments and are blessed with such a grest loving family and friends. Looking forward to seeing you back at NASA. Have your wife sneek you in some BBQ.
Later, Shawn
Morgana said,
April 11, 2008 at 8:21 am
Hey guys! it’s awesome to read scott’s comments and glad to hear things are going well!!
two thoughts:
Given this a a public blog i won’t post anything about the shower…LOL. But, I’m glad scott gets to take one! Who know, maybe he&#