tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post7916827051740202164..comments2023-05-10T10:36:38.392-04:00Comments on The Adventures of Tom & Atticus: A Call & A TextUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-90094836507928336232013-09-16T20:02:01.895-04:002013-09-16T20:02:01.895-04:00I loved Canned Heat Music! From Woodstock 1969! Aw...I loved Canned Heat Music! From Woodstock 1969! Awsome. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-67271359853399861152013-09-14T12:51:18.785-04:002013-09-14T12:51:18.785-04:00Beautifully written blog. Totally enjoyed it all t...Beautifully written blog. Totally enjoyed it all the way. Keep doing you excellent work. ThanksLuckieshttp://www.luckies.conoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-9243934291751519682013-09-10T14:49:39.037-04:002013-09-10T14:49:39.037-04:00Even though I don't catch up every day, it see...Even though I don't catch up every day, it seems like I am guided to the website just when I need it most. I can't tell you how much I admire the positive attitude you all face the life you've been given each day. It is a reminder for the rest of us that even though the big C or some other kind of horrible disease may be in our life, it's how we live the life that matters. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-66580514923545078942013-09-04T06:33:19.934-04:002013-09-04T06:33:19.934-04:00What you've written is simply the truth. I kno...What you've written is simply the truth. I know this to be true from the walk I've taken with my mother on this wooded path. I've also written about the absolute clarity cancer can provide on appreciating the world's beauty and the things that are most important to us. I too, have eliminated some unnecessary things from life with this new found clarity. Facebook being one of them, although I do miss reading your updates there. :) I'm off now to continue in my genealogy quest, attempting to diligently locate who my mothers birth family was as she was a black market adoption baby from Quebec in the 1950s. I may not be able to cure her cancer, but perhaps I can help uncover the mysteries of her origins. Perhaps, in a way, you're helping Atticus in a similar fashion, by providing meaningfulness in his life at a time when he needs it the most. All the best to you and Atticus...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-44480881908905582322013-09-03T11:43:54.284-04:002013-09-03T11:43:54.284-04:00Tom!
So happy I found your blog! I read Following...Tom!<br /><br />So happy I found your blog! I read Following Atticus back in April and was trully inspired! Hope to see you on the trails some day!<br /><br />LindseyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10154592895940945471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-64812503015418075652013-09-03T10:55:30.718-04:002013-09-03T10:55:30.718-04:00Isn't it great how it's completely up to u...Isn't it great how it's completely up to us - we have the choice to attract the events & people that support our highest calling. You are such a wonderful example of this, Tom. From the very beginning when I first read Following Atticus shortly after it was published, you have been an inspiration & role model for me.....thank you :-)Pam Hicksnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-30060550080001966442013-09-03T02:50:57.609-04:002013-09-03T02:50:57.609-04:00Ending a lovely week spent with family and friends...Ending a lovely week spent with family and friends, reminding me of what's most important in life, and just found this before sleep. MW has gotten me through some very dark times and her writings continue to guide my path. (Somehow I never outgrow her). Your writing and beliefs certainly reflect her teachings of a life path based on love, not fear. Grateful that Atticus has a wonderful vet who understands those same principles. Hope he continues to feel well, enjoying every day.Sea dreamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07178026349424028272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-57999846132118064892013-09-02T20:16:45.966-04:002013-09-02T20:16:45.966-04:00Beautiful. Simply beautiful.Beautiful. Simply beautiful.Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10853127514294899061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-62327114926211726952013-09-02T19:25:00.062-04:002013-09-02T19:25:00.062-04:00Tom, Atticus and Will,
Thank you for your blog and...Tom, Atticus and Will,<br />Thank you for your blog and facebook page. Your writings have made me long for the mountains again. I live on the water, and used to be an advid skier and hiker. I was speaking with a college friend and she asked if I had been up to NH? She also brought up a life changing event that made me think back and realize I need to do the things I love and miss. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 34 years ago, treatments were very different and caused more side effects. I vowed that when I was feeling better I would never get into a rut. Well time has passed and the "rut" has come and bitten me. <br />Is there a particular mountain you would suggest to start? I haven't climbed or hiked in years. I am hoping to start in a couple of weeks. Any suggestions?? <br />Good luck in Utah.<br /><br />Thank you,<br />BarbaraAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12058612671350820888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-15702645061792944342013-09-02T17:14:37.486-04:002013-09-02T17:14:37.486-04:00Tom, others have so eloquently commented on the br...Tom, others have so eloquently commented on the brilliance and inspiration of your post and I will add "honesty". My life has improved so very much since I began "Following Atticus" and reading and believing the truth of your words. You are a blessing to me and to others, I know, and I thank you from the depths of my heart. Goodness returns to those who share it; we're witnessing the blessings being visited on Atticus, Will and yourself. What a joy and privilege! God bless you all. <3<br />GratefulSusanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07277090749387080562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-76777108876848975352013-09-02T16:49:45.236-04:002013-09-02T16:49:45.236-04:00Just a simple "Thank You". You lift me ...Just a simple "Thank You". You lift me up everyday.<br />Shirley Mulhollandnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-29231574219622909042013-09-02T16:39:04.070-04:002013-09-02T16:39:04.070-04:00Beautifully written again! Hope you find the inspi...Beautifully written again! Hope you find the inspiration and joy in another writer's work as much as I enjoy yours! Not only do I adore your four legged friends through the events and happenings that you have shared, but your insights help frame my life events as well. Do you have any idea how powerful your blogs, articles, and Facebook entries are for your thousands of readers? Job well done Tom Ryan! You are impacting the lives of many - few people can make that claim!Sandy Zerbinopoulosnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-27370650259186946142013-09-02T16:32:47.346-04:002013-09-02T16:32:47.346-04:00For years my wife and I have companioned grieving ...For years my wife and I have companioned grieving people. As you well know, some see grieving as doom. Others take grief as a challenge. These people take one step at a time and enjoy life for each of its moments. They have taught me to live now and be the best that I can be. Your blog does the same for me. Thank you guys. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02571507410129153488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-75464115566887129482013-09-02T16:24:02.757-04:002013-09-02T16:24:02.757-04:00I thought of you and Atticus when Candy was having...I thought of you and Atticus when Candy was having her eye surgery. It helped. <br /><br />My parents did a similar trip one year. <br /><br />Usually, we did a car (or truck) trip in California. A no frills, not much money thing. Camping in Yosemite, Sequoia or just the Nevadas. When we lived in San Jose we did a tour to Big Basin and we went to Lake Tahoe once. I'll never forget how clear the water was or how very beautifully blue. I'm grateful I got to see the lake that way. (This was in the 60s). <br /><br />But the trip I remember was the summer I was 13. My Dad took out a loan to take the entire family to Europe. I was old enough to realize this was aberrant behavior as my parents didn't borrow money for essentials let alone a luxury like a vacation. But I understand why. It was the last time we might all be able to do it as a family as I was entering junior high. <br /><br />I remember a lot of it. One week with my maternal grandparents and then two weeks touring as much of Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy as we could get into an 18 hour day.<br /><br />Every time I read of your hikes I think of this year's New Year's resolution. It is the first one I have broken. It was to go on walks more, work up to a hike and take the dog with me. I'm still working and I never manage to get us out of the house and anywhere to hike. Still only the weekly walks with my parents and Candy. <br /><br />But you are still an inspiration and I hope to do one before the end of the year. Even if it is a small one. mlaiuppahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13792165896828163411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-13877653550434559882013-09-02T15:55:17.121-04:002013-09-02T15:55:17.121-04:00I know exactly what you mean by the mountains and ...I know exactly what you mean by the mountains and thunder. I woke up around 1:30 am to first a lightening show I've not seen in a long time, then the thunder of the world. I live in a cove surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains and it echoes EVERYTHING, whether it's thunder or hard winds blowing across the cove hitting the house so hard I can't get warm (and I have gas heat, only way to keep warm unless you are lucky enough to have a wood burning stove). I leave a radio on in my girls room to keep out noises like the coyotes and such and since 'art' and 'burt' had already warned me we were in for this storm I had turned it up higher so they wouldn't hear the thunder. It scares them so. My hubby won't let them sleep in the bed with us, so they have their own beds. I am so glad Atti is doing well on his treatments and the picture of Will and his post-nap treat was so sweet. Thanks so much for sharing your life with strangers. <br /><br />Kat, Heidi and Laci SchnauzerAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05422971175023005105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-91290015904609144012013-09-02T14:51:15.013-04:002013-09-02T14:51:15.013-04:00Tom Ryan, did you ever believe that in your lifeti...Tom Ryan, did you ever believe that in your lifetime, you would become a true inspiration to thousands of other beings on a daily basis? Well you have! Through your own human experiences, be they positive or especially the negative ones, you set example how to live life to the fullest and as they say, make lemonade out of the lemons life at times shares with all of us. You then so eloquently use the written word to further inspire, encourage and motivate others who need that daily boost to by all means go onward and upward in their own lives. Your leadership of positivity gives model to those who need direction to meet their challenges to permit them to find their pleasures in life. My heartfelt appreciation for your continuous sharing of living a simple, but most uplifted, meaningful and insightful life! Silvia G. Soos-Kazelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-65739059939961677772013-09-02T14:38:21.022-04:002013-09-02T14:38:21.022-04:00Tom, thank you for sharing a piece of your life wi...Tom, thank you for sharing a piece of your life with Atticus and Will with us. Your writing warms my heart and helps me keep in perspective that which is really important. Sending prayers, healing energy, strength and love to you, Atti and Will. Michelle Graynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-64414512466972270662013-09-02T13:19:02.175-04:002013-09-02T13:19:02.175-04:00You & your beloved dogs remind me of a favorit...You & your beloved dogs remind me of a favorite quote of mine "We cannot direct the wind but we can adjust the sails" Onward my friend!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-67439867860727272182013-09-02T13:07:15.025-04:002013-09-02T13:07:15.025-04:00You and your dogs are amazing! I wish more people ...You and your dogs are amazing! I wish more people would adapt your attitude about life and the hurdles we all have to get through. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-25979249902880061202013-09-02T12:22:47.701-04:002013-09-02T12:22:47.701-04:00Thank you for new ways of experiencing all things....Thank you for new ways of experiencing all things. Your positivity keeps getting more clear. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-4146762115692296152013-09-02T12:18:55.076-04:002013-09-02T12:18:55.076-04:00Enjoy your DayEnjoy your DayLoriJKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08495393564257130368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-37898079975815828382013-09-02T12:13:26.652-04:002013-09-02T12:13:26.652-04:00I have to remember to read your blog/facebook entr...I have to remember to read your blog/facebook entries more often. They are indeed a blessing. I take my Max for walks, not enough for him, but it's only on the streets where we live. I can only imagine how he would love walks in your mountains. Peace.Lydia & Maxnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-79389848355888476002013-09-02T11:22:41.010-04:002013-09-02T11:22:41.010-04:00Thank you for the update and great insight. Onward...Thank you for the update and great insight. Onward!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13175076241592762290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-29671284295485839962013-09-02T11:11:04.830-04:002013-09-02T11:11:04.830-04:00I try not be too wordy because I am not a writer.....I try not be too wordy because I am not a writer.. But I can not help it when I see beautiful thoughts that are not always available around my immediate area ;-) .. Hope you know Tom and Atticus and William you are in thoughts frequently and in prayers regularly. We are so very grateful that our heroes are doing well and it is clear that you are thriving in your element..For right now we are dealing with circumstances that are beyond our control and are counting our blessings for all good and important things that sustain us..Daily Atticus is one of these blessings That being said we share the joy of Atti's continued good fight with so many helpers out here that share his good news and give thanks... A true privilege to be part of the journey of Following Atticus... As you ounce said so much good energy with the FB page ... it is a real group effort I still can not help it as you describe your morning, sights and smells a feeling of a simpler time .... no mountains but beautiful forest that always drew me in to explore and see what was on the other side of THIS little stand of trees.. Thanks Tom for being our friend.. Best to all Carter W Raenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36795530.post-75855061738337641612013-09-02T11:10:47.252-04:002013-09-02T11:10:47.252-04:00In my opinion this is your best blog yet! Your wo...In my opinion this is your best blog yet! Your words are very powerful today. How blessed to have a vet like Rachel with you on this journey. I have felt a difference in your words over the past months as you have dealt with some huge life changes. Your journey is such an inspiration to me and so many others. I know I garnered strength from your quotes and your words while helping my dear Diana on her final journey. Thank you for sharing so much of yourself with us.<br />DenyseAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com