Get Better

beth 09/08/20 14:46

gabe – you’re in our thoughts here in boston. joel and i are very sad, but know you’ll pull through and be back on the saddle. much love, beth

Morgan 09/08/20 14:58

Gabe, definitely thinking about you and your recovery a lot. Sending many positive healing vibes your way.

mahsee 09/08/20 17:22

Gabe,

Just know that we are all thinking, praying, sending good thoughts and all our love every day. Get better really fast okay?

love,

M~

Lauren 09/08/20 17:47

Hi Gabe!

Tony and I are thinking of you a lot and sending you and your family lots of positive, healing energy. Tony is working on coming to see you next week (Friday, I think) on the way to his business trip in Vancouver/Fort St. John. We’ll continue to read updates on your progress and support you and your family and other friends during your recovery.

Love to you and to all of your family & friends,
Lauren & Tony

Winnie 09/08/20 17:53

Thoughts and prays are with you and your family. Heel fast Gabe!

Winnie

Evan (Gizmo) 09/08/20 18:07

Hey Gabe. We’ve only met a few times (I’m mattio’s buddy from way back, ride an old Raleigh, and you did video art for a few of our band’s shows). You’ve never been anything towards me but warm, friendly and jovial. You’re in my thoughts, and I’m looking forward to continuing to get to know you when you get back home. Heal up, man.

Emily 09/08/20 18:19

Whenever I have a spare moment during the day my thoughts turn to you and Summ, Donna, Mike and Kierie. I cannot wait to have a cupcake with you. I cannot wait to make stupid jokes with you. I cannot wait to see you again, and I really cannot wait to see you back on your bike, being the Gabe we all know and love. We all love you so much.

Allison 09/08/20 19:56

Dear Gabe, I still can’t find the matches. Are they over by the Oregon Trail machine? I love you very much and can’t wait to see you. Much love to you, Donna, Mike, Summer and Kierie.

Kayla 09/08/20 19:58

Hi..I’m one of Gabe’s cousins form Kansas. I want to thank all of you for the wonderful support and this great website. We love him very much and it makes me smile to see all the love and support his friends are sending him.

Kiernan 09/08/20 20:19

Hard to keep thinkin of you in such a tough place. You are cared for and in wonderful hands my friend. Praying for you

Kathleen 09/08/20 21:51

Thinking of you and wishing you a rapid recovery.

lucas 09/08/21 02:00

rock on gabe. see you and kierie when you get back to the big apple.

Shannon 09/08/21 03:54

Gabe,

There isn’t a lot of time during the day and night that my thoughts aren’t with you and the rest of our family. What happened to you was seriously heartbreaking, but with your vibrant personality and the love and support of all your remarkable family, friends, and medical team – I know you will pull through this.

“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only option you have” —Unknown (My fav quote)

Much love always,

Shannon/Cuz

Michael 09/08/21 04:04

Gabe, we need you to come out of it so you can finally change your facebook picture.

Amy B. 09/08/21 04:28

Gabe, thoughts and prayers and healing your way. Much love to Donna, Mike, and Summer.

Crunchy Crotch 09/08/21 05:23

Hey good sir,

we here have a game of Broodwar fired up, 43 million calories worth of carbs and even Randy will be here to greet you upon your return!

Get better soon ~ we’re there wif ya in spirit!

Kim

Bernie 09/08/21 05:44

Gabe,

I know you will pull through this, my friend. Your boundless energy and resiliency will see to that. Thinking of you constantly and praying for a speedy and smooth recovery.

Tony M 09/08/21 06:19

Gabe,

Get better soon buddy. We are all pulling for you. See you in a week.

Tony

Evan Richards 09/08/21 06:25

Gabe!!!! Get well soon my friend!!!!

Laura Louise 09/08/21 06:31

Hi Cousin Gabe! What wonderful news that you are getting better. Tom and I are thinking of you all the time, and of Summer and Donna and Mike. We know you will pull through – lots of love,

Laura

Tom & Bonnie Sawyer 09/08/21 06:36

As fellow two-wheelers, and parents of two, adult, daughters, Bonnie and I send our prayers and our thoughts to the entire family as all have been impacted by such a sad event.

Aerin 09/08/21 06:39

Gabe, you were easily one of the coolest people I knew in the new media department. I think it’s safe to say that you’re in the hearts and thoughts of anyone who has ever crossed paths with you. You rock, and I hope your recovery is super fast.

Adam Lacher 09/08/21 06:55

Here’s to picking yourself up, dusting of your shorts and consuming at least dozen icy pops.

Diana 09/08/21 06:59

Dear Cousin Gabe…sending you round the clock get well wishes. You can hear me, I’m sure! And your Great Auntie Virgie is doing the same.
XXOO

Diana

Sergio 09/08/21 07:13

Hey Gabe (and family),
In this time of need my prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. I wish you the best and a healthy recovery!!

jtalent 09/08/21 07:18

I don’t really know what to say.

You’re one of my best friends in the city, and a lot of memories of the past few years involve you:
- the day of the Hungry Individual, donut, and root beer float brunch
- the one and only Pista Face jersey design meeting at Uptown Juice Bar
- you showing up at my house with a waffle iron, and bringing canola oil and flour because you weren’t sure if I had any
- opening some beers on your wall-hanger Maietta, surrounded by unopened moving boxes in your new apartment
- walking Williamsburg and the LES when Summer came to visit
- the cork you tied to my saddle when I wasn’t looking
- you seeking out the Dunkin Donuts on our last Westchester ride after I subliminally spotted a Munchkins box in a trash can
- deciding the $3.50 cupcake was worth it at the last Bohemian beer garden visit
- lunchtime laps and food, including the day we met when I distributed the NYC fixed spokecards

Lots of good times, and I’m looking forward to more on your return. There’s a lot of people out here who miss you and we’re all pulling for you.

When you come back, you can throw my beer in Newtown Creek as much as you want. You can still blame it on Andras.

-Justin

Mary H. 09/08/21 07:22

Gabe – I wanted to make a joke about the Oregon Trail Machine, but Allison beat me to it. You make my shortlist of 100% awesome people. I know we haven’t spoken in 80 gabillion years, but just know that you are in my thoughts. You can do it. I love you, kid. Sushi dinner on me next time you’re in Boston.

Jane Brown 09/08/21 07:30

Gabe, I was so sorry to hear about your accident. Please know that Ben and I are keeping you in our thoughts and know you have the tough spirit to get through this. And when you do, I can promise you another good meal. Do not forget how many people need you here, so keep up the fight. Much love, Jane & Ben

Parick Lee Man 09/08/21 07:34

Gabe, only met you a few times but I immediately recognized you were an awesome dude. The amount of support everyone is giving is amazing. I hope you get well soon, and come out to our next Queens event!

Ed 09/08/21 07:50

Gabe, hear my mind! You took on a car and came out on top! Now just relax, enjoy the healing vibes (and all the stroking!), then when you’re ready, get up and walk outta there like you just woke up from a nap.

mattio 09/08/21 07:51

thinking of you often, gabe. proud of all the folks here in nyc who are pitching in. can’t wait to see you on your feet again.

Alex 09/08/21 08:16

Get better Gabe! You’re in my thoughts every day. I look forward to hearing the good news that you are going home!

Mike 09/08/21 08:23

Hey Gab.. I’ve adopted a vegatarian diet to keep the energy going your way until you’re back on 2 again. I m right next to ya buddy. Love ya Dad.

Geoff Battick 09/08/21 08:29

Gabe, Our thoughts are with you.
Geoff, Gretchen, and Jakob

Huck & Nancy 09/08/21 08:30

Gabe, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We want you to mend soon. And, we are sending love and support to Kierie, Summer, Donna and Mike.

Huck and Nancy

Kristian 09/08/21 09:12

I have checked the whole app store for Gabe healing apps, and was dissapointed to find there is no app for that. Until the development community can get their act together, I offer an old-fasioned “get well soon,” along with all of the positive energy I can muster…. heal fast!

Maxim 09/08/21 09:13

We’re thinking of you Gabe and hoping and praying for a speedy recovery. Stay strong, buddy!

- The Guys and Gals at Maxim

Andres 09/08/21 09:19

Gabe, my Wednesday work visits to NY are not the same without you around. You are needed back ASAP!!

Inge 09/08/21 09:29

Looking forward to being around your smile and warmth again super soon, sooner than soon. Much love and healing powers to all of you!

Reggie Moors 09/08/21 09:34

Hope you will get better, and with all of our prayers, Get well Gabe and Mikey from your biker friends we are all with you and your family Reggie

tracy 09/08/21 09:40

i love you mucho faheets. hoping the fine folks at sf general know how to set a pillow to toaster pastry, & i’m prepared for tall man hugs upon your triumphant return.

Bonz 09/08/21 09:47

Get well soon, Gabe. My thoughts are with you and your family through this challenging time.

Peggy 09/08/21 10:22

Hey Gabe,
You don’t know me but I feel I know you. Work with your dad through “The Shoe” and when he found out I was a biker he sent me pics of you and also your bikes for me to drool over and the link to your blog. Your dad informed me of your accident and we here at Red Wing are sending forth positive energy for full recovery. Bikers are the best people! Know that even those whom you do not know are wishing you the very best.
Peggy

heidi 09/08/21 10:23

i hope you got my warm wishes from spain! now i’m sending even more from brooklyn. can’t wait to see you better and back on the east coast.

Dolparts 09/08/21 10:32

Gabemeister!!! Sending love from overseas and buckets of posi-vibes to quicken this recovery. hang in there dude.

Karen 09/08/21 10:32

Hi Gabe:

Sending you and your family lots of light and love. I know you’ll make a full recovery with all the love and good wishes surrounding you. Hang in there, Mom and Dad! And visualize Gabe riding his bike again!
All my best,
Karen (Lauren Boulanger’s mom)

Dima 09/08/21 10:36

Gabe. stop messing around just get better already. we all miss you and can’t wait for you to come back and join us for some jamba juice in bryant park.

p.s. – i noticed you received a message from a magazine. it was undoubtedly your mac skills that allowed Maxim to become sentient and leave you heartwarming messages. good work.

Amanda 09/08/21 10:41

We’re all pullin’ hard for you Gabe. Here’s to many more brunches in our future.

BrittLee 09/08/21 10:42

Gabe, I think about you everyday. Many times a day. Often many times an hour. I try to think positively….and send those thoughts over to you. Keep up your strength and work though this! We all know you can.

Mary-Lynne 09/08/21 10:43

Gabe, I’m gonna plan a trip back to NYC sometime in the Fall (haven’t been back since I moved to Seattle). I’m expecting you to be there and I swear if I can make it for Halloween, I will ride the Halloween ride with you and I will even wear a costume… and I don’t do costumes!! For you, costume!! Get better… everyone misses you stinker! Mary-Lynne

Velma 09/08/21 10:43

Gabe, So sorry to hear that this has happened to you. You are in my prayers for a full and speedy recovery. I miss seeing you around Chadbourne and New Media at UMaine.

Sylvia and Fred 09/08/21 10:47

Cousin Gabe,
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. You are from a miraculously strong, positive,and vigorous family. You and Donna, Mike, and Summer have always seemed to move in a special and connected orbit of adventure and grace. Their love, and steadfastness will see you through! Fred and Sylvia

Austin 09/08/21 10:50

Keep it going, get well soon.

Nan 09/08/21 11:30

Gabe, sending you well wishes and support to you and your family. Pull through it! I will buy you Kati Roll.

Summer 09/08/21 11:37

Gabe,
Your website is wicked cool but we are looking forward to the day we won’t need it anymore because you’ll be so vastly improved by Allen Power, good San Francisco hippie vibes, cross-country well-wishes, and dreams of frosty popsicles and cute baby chickens (and amazing medical care of course!). You’re half of the best sibling duo I ever had and I am expecting you to pull through so we can spend some quality awake time together soon. I love you, best brother ever.

xoxo Summer

dy-lan 09/08/21 11:37

gabe, i’m going to need u to walk this off big time. yesterday was my one year since my accident and let me tell u baby, it only gets better. All this love is like the best drug for u right now, well that vicodin is good too. i wish i was a doctor now and i’d come over and fix u up, sadly, u’ll have to wait. You must write me a long letter once u wake up from this siesta, and let me know what is going on. Got some cuban doctors coming with me to ur party today. I told them about u and they want to come and support u, so all of cuba is sending u love only with some latin flavor.

Holly Vetelino 09/08/21 11:52

Mike and Donna,

My thoughts and prayers are with you every moment.

Holly Vetelino

raphael diluzio 09/08/21 12:07

gabe and family-
all my love, if you need anything especially first hand account of recovery I know I have been recovering from my brain injury for one year I was hit last july 2008 i lost my memory speech and more and now only 1 year later i am almost back

Nora Haynes 09/08/21 12:12

Hey Gabe,

Get well soon — I’m thinking of you and your family and friends often!

Nora Haynes

Larry Napoleone 09/08/21 12:24

Gabe, We have never met, but I know your parents well and I have biked a few miles myself, so I wish you a very speedy recovery; Mike and Donna, be strong and if there is anything I can do please call.

Nate 09/08/21 12:39

Hey man, it’s been a while since I’ve seen you, it’s a shame that I am communicating to you through a blog dedicated to helping you recover. Nonetheless, I wish you a speedy recovery and I thank your friends and family who are by your side taking good care of you. When you get better, we will throw you a “welcome back” veggie BBQ and you guys can come check out our new digs in Levant. Get better soon!

-All the best,
Nate Shea

Jason Unterreiner 09/08/21 12:39

Between this page and facebook, it’s apparent that you’ve got some of the best and most caring friends and family in the world. So if only for their sake, you need to hurry up and get better. You and I may not be the closest of friends, but the quality of the friendship you’ve provided me with has never gone unnoticed. Get well!

Mike Assenza 09/08/21 12:58

Get better Gabe. One of my favorite tech people ever.

Naomi Nattress Scott 09/08/21 13:11

Hi Gabe,
You may not remember me, but I met you at Umaine through Bonzey and many fun house parties and dances You were always kind to me, and had a big smile to share. I wish you the best, and my thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery!
Take care, Naomi Nattress Scott

Joy 09/08/21 15:26

Hey Gabe – when you’re better (because you will be) you can read my facebook message and laugh hysterically. PS I had a REALLY weird dream the other night after telling my mom about your accident – you and your GF were getting married and it was a FRAT HOUSE THEMED WEDDING. Yeah. I have no idea. I was even surprised in the dream, but it was funny. I must have eaten cupcakes before bed.

AEH 09/08/21 16:28

hey mang, much LUV from alex in CHI city—this sad news has reached across the country, and into my life. all who knew you (and kieries too) are pulling for a steady recovery. keep on, stay strong, and HEAL.

Andrei 09/08/21 17:08

Yo Gabe,

You are young and strong! I know you will get up some day and will come back to Maine. I know you will come to the University where everybody loves you. We all talk about you daily and wishing you only the best and very fast recovery!!

C’mon, buddy!! Wake up when you feel it is time. We cannot wait to see you — on crutches or on a bike!!

Our best wishes to you and the whole family from IT department at UMaine!! And thank you, the webmaster, for creating this site!

Kim and Cindy 09/08/21 18:19

Our thoughts are with all of you. Gabe, we wish you a speedy recovery. Mike and family, it times like this that bring a family closer together. All of us in Chapter D, prey for all of you. Mike if there is anything we can do for you, let us know.

Mike 09/08/21 18:29

Gabby..there is so much love out here for ya.I know all will go well.. winners never quit. I am so glad Im here for you and can hold your hand and support you through this. I e mailed God and all will be good. have a good night tonight. see ya tomorrow.

Dad

Harry Z 09/08/21 19:20

May God give you the strength to fully recover!

Artem 09/08/22 00:43

Gabe, please, get better. There are so many cupcakes to eat and bikes to ride, you won’t believe it. And so many people who desperately need to see your smile. Valya, Maxim, Natasha and other Russians, you met in Moscow and Volgograd, are thinking of you these days. Donna, Mike and Summer be strong, we’re right next to you.

Gretchen Battick 09/08/22 06:24

Gabe,
I know what a precious thing a cherished son and brother is and I am thinking of you and your Mom and Dad and Summer every day. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and Geoff and Jake and I are sending great wishes for a speedy recovery.
Hang in there all and if there’s anything we can do please do not hesitate to ask!

Gretchen

Drew 09/08/22 07:29

Get better Gabe!

Katie 09/08/22 07:48

You are amazing and (As you are almost certainly aware) you have amazing friends. Keep on going….you will pull through.

Alana 09/08/22 08:48

Good luck with your recovery, Gabe! You’re an awesome guy and clearly surrounded by a lot of love. Very best wishes.

Kierie 09/08/22 09:56

Oh man, Justin’s comment reminds me of those cupcakes from the Bohemian Beer Garden a few weeks ago. Grapevine reached both your ears and you two busted into the bar in search of them. A few minutes later you guys were coming back into the courtyard with your chests puffed up. Total case of “Man kill cupcake”

k-tel 09/08/22 10:21

dear gabe,
how do feel about brews and snacks? i feel positive about them. real talk.

get better quick so we can NOM, DRANK, and ride.

Dee 09/08/22 10:43

Gabe thank you for photoshopping that aggressive riding pick of Jody at the track on his “replaced” computer. That really showed me (as I’m a vistual spacial learner)that you give a huge HOOT about your homies. And man you even know how to adapt to a house chill out at my haus. I don’t remember what we watched on the screen. Prolly not something bike related. Was it surfing? Anyway i miss you lots and am playing Super Mario’s 1…. Love DdoubleE MDNow

Jenn 09/08/22 14:29

Gabe, wow… Mark and I went to the party that they had for you last night, and you know I don’t know that many of your NYC friends, so I asked a guy “How many people are here for Gabe’s benefit?” He looked around the crazy packed bar and estimated that about 80% of them consider themselves your friends! That doesn’t even touch on all of your friends in Maine, around the country… around the world! I just want you to know that you are the kind of person who people genuinely care about… the kind of person people turn up for. That kind of support does not happen for just anybody. Get better for everyone who is waiting for you man!

campocat 09/08/22 14:30

Gabe you can do it

ol;man stratton 09/08/22 14:30

i met gabe when he was in kansas visiting his aunt laura and uncle randy…randy one of my closet’s friends called me and told me that gabe was visiting and brought his bike and wanted to know if there were any group rides going on here in leavenworth..i told randy there was one this am but he had missed it..i told randy that it had been about 5 months since i had been riding but i would call gabe and talk to him about riding..well within a 1/2 hour of the call we were on our bikes and riding through the rolling hills of kansas..so here i am almost 50 years old and have not been riding for some time, and gabe on a fixie..i knew this ride was going to be something..but gabe being the true kind heart person would smoke me up the hills then kind of wait for me to catch up to him, then another hill and well you get the picture…after about 23 miles we returned to our starting point. we both said great ride..me as i caught my breath..we put the bikes in my truck and i drove him back to randy and laura’s…gabe i just want to say you will get better.. and come to kansas again and pull this ol’man up these kansas hills.,,you are in my prayer’s

Katlyn 09/08/22 15:09

gabe, there is so much love over here in NYC for you. I know you would be psyched to see our community coming together for you. It’s an incredible thing that is taking place. The benefit show/DJ party was a hit and there were some serious mini cupcakes (and cookies) floating around. There is no way all of those positive vibes didn’t get to you these past 10 days and I know kierie reenforces that with her reading and singin’ to ya. We all know you’re gonna pull through this and fill our lives with your subtle humor once again…!

Beau 09/08/22 16:32

My thoughts are continually with you Gabe, and to your speedy recovery. Hospitals are not fun; hurry up and get out of there. We’ll see you soon.

schuyler 09/08/22 16:34

Hope you have a steady and fully recovery Gabe.

EPIC! Stratton 09/08/22 17:18

Gabe, I’m sending all my good karma your way. Heal up buddy.

Natalia 09/08/22 17:27

Gabe!

I am sending positive love and sunshine and energy your way every chance I get. Kierie and his mom by his side, you two get extra love and brownies for staying strong and positive.
Gabe, we rocked out for you last night, there were so many people sharing stories about you, drinking, dancing and donating. The vibes are on their way!
Lots of love! big hugs!

j(ew)osh 09/08/22 18:30

GABE!

you’re so frickin’ strong and funny and an amazing guy. i’ve been thinking of you every moment of every day and pulling for you (as much as is possible). I know you’ll pull through and we’ll be drinking coffee, having a beer, or sitting at Fort Tilden before we know it.

Hang in there and heal up fast, my man.

Uncle Randy 09/08/22 18:33

Gabe,Randy from kansas. Last time I seen you we were in the pool just chillin on the floats and you said to me,Randy this is nice and relaxing isn’t it,With a nice cold beer in our hand and listenjng to the water from the filter,It was nice Gabe. Your Float,beer,Me and the pool await your return my Dear nephew. LOVE RANDY

fritz 09/08/22 22:52

Hola Gabe,

Man, this is a hell of a way to extend your stay in SF! NYC ain’t really all that bad. Is it?

I do hope your heal quickly and get home. You’re gonna laugh your ass off when you read all your “threads.” You know who is still waxing over your amazing eyelashes and the collective love and goodwill is wicked strong.

I know, through some property of physics or faith, these thoughts are finding their way across the country to you.

I’m happy Kierie and your family are there. They seem wonderful, brave and loving.

I miss you and our insane city misses you. Heal up quickly and you and Kierie come home.

Fritz

Larry 09/08/23 08:24

Hey Gabe,
You are in my thoughts always. I know that you have the courage and strength to heal. This morning I find myself thinking about the butt sledding incident at Sugarloaf and the picture of you goofballs marching with your butt sleds ever so proudly. It makes me smile and know that you are gonna heal quickly.
Everyone in Bangor is rooting for you! I talked to Paul Bunyan and he said he would bake you a giant cupcake when you are back in town.

Candace Thornton 09/08/23 09:58

Gabe,

You inspire an infinite amount of love and now we collectively send it back to you.

Love, Candy Barry and Gabs

Laurel, F.C.C. - UCC 09/08/23 10:02

Dear Gabe. Donna, Mike and Summer -
Just want to let you know that folks at Frankfort Congregational Church are keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts. Prayer chain for Gabe’s improvement and strength for your family continues. Get better Gabe

Lucas 09/08/23 11:14

hey gabe and keirie

sitting here in Taschen thinking of you guys. I couldn’t think of a better friend – on first meeting these two they helped me get a job in the big apple. So full of life with much more ahead. Looking forward to seeing you both back here on the east coast soon.

Keep up the improvements and stay strong to both of you and the family.

Get better Gabe.

Lucas 09/08/23 11:14

ps HUGS all round.

Jon Ippolito 09/08/23 11:37

We miss you in Maine–get better and come back to visit us!

Joline Blais and Jon Ippolito

Kayla 09/08/23 14:18

Hey Gabe! We are thinking of you and praying for you every day. It brings me so much hope to see all the love and comments that have come your way. Everyone is pulling for you to get back on your bike and ride!

much love to the fam

Kathryn Maietta Harrington 09/08/23 14:34

Gabe, you and your family are in our thoughts. It brings a smile to my face when I remember you and Tony riding your bikes to the Wagner School. You and Tony had this wonderfully funny entrepreneurial “scam” of stopping by Deb’s Variety, buying gum and candy to resell to other students – at a profit of course!!! I am looking forward to hearing about Gabe’s “next big idea”. Gabe, take care.

mahsee 09/08/23 16:18

Hey Gabe your so fine you’re so fine you blow my mind… hey gabe, hey, hey, hey gabe!

c’mon man we have soooo many things to laugh at… I can’t wait to see your nose crinkle again! Soon right? Good!

love,

m~

Donna Hersey 09/08/23 17:31

Gabe, If best wishes and care and concern could move your recovery along, then you will soon take great strides. Your father must be biting at the teeth just waiting to cook for you when you come home. And believe me, I know from experience that the man can cook. My love to your mom and dad and Summer and prayers from my very soul go out to all of you…especially Gage. Love to all
Donna Hersey

Al Hersey 09/08/23 17:43

Hey Gabe.You ran forward in life. You reached for the future. You lived for today. Keep running, reaching, and living Gabe. Come home.

Timothy Holt 09/08/23 19:01

Gabe. I remember riding to our capstone event in the V.A.V.V. I wasn’t sure if we were going to make it the 1/4 of a mile to campus before we broke down. I only knew you briefly from our time in the New Media program, you always had a happy go lucky attitude. Hope you get better soon. Take care.
tim

Bernie 09/08/23 19:51

Gabe,

I had a delicious cupcake today from Martha’s Country Bakery in your honor. I also thought about how much fun it was going to Josh’s wedding last year- and bringing you as my surprise guest! I’m telling you, without your navigational skills (and 4 hours of sirius satellite radio’s 90’s channel), I don’t think I would have made it back to the city that night.

We all love you so much, Gabe. So much. So very, very much.

olney 09/08/23 20:13

gabe,

i am heartbroken. please, please read this post soon. i miss you.

o

Rozlynne 09/08/23 20:36

Gabe, Sending life to you~Love&Light too
Donna, Summer and Mike,
You are all in my thoughts I send you strength and prayers.

johnny 09/08/23 21:07

heal up and wheel up gabe!

ger 09/08/24 05:46

Praying for you brother Guzzista, get well soon

JANET LETURE 09/08/24 06:25

HI GABE,
Just a note to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Get well soon! Lots of Love, John & Janet

David 09/08/24 06:32

Gabe,
Hoping and praying for you.

Alan 09/08/24 06:40

Gabe- We are all pulling for you to recover. You have been on our minds every day. Get well.
Alan, Traci & Emily at the Boot Shop

WINTERPORT BOOT SHOP 09/08/24 07:02

Gabe,

We are all wishing you well here at the boot shop. Here’s to a speedy recovery.
We all love you Gabe.
Geoff, Al, Alan, Halis, Liz & Janet

Emily 09/08/24 07:04

I had a dream the other night about you. You were laying there, very quiet and still. And then all of a sudden you hopped up and said “Hey! What’s up?” and you were suddenly wearing jeans and a t-shirt and were ready to rock like it ain’t no thang. Man, I can’t wait for that. I keep remembering things, like eating an entire bag of jelly beans, or peeing on a game of Mousetrap, or Allen’s Allen’s Coffee Brandy Coffee, or all the bonfires at Penobscot Street. I could go on. Wake up when you’re ready. We’ll all be here to say good morning.

Robin May 09/08/24 08:34

Gabe,
I see you getting on your bike for another fantastic ride after this. Trust the Universe.
You have hundreds of Angels looking out for you.
We are one, Namaste.

Robin

Laura Louise 09/08/24 08:45

Sending more positive thoughts and much love from DC on this Monday morning direct to Gabe!

William Buckley 09/08/24 10:12

GABE ! ! ! !

William from fashion at MAXIM!!!

Can’t believe this! Miss you here all the time, now even more.

Fashion week’s pretty soon! When you’re up and about again let’s hit the tents!

Big love buddy!

-W

Liz 09/08/24 10:18

Gabe,
When people ask me how my bosses son is doing, “my bosses son” doesn’t seem quite right to me, because you all are so much more. Mike and Donna are more than the boss and you and Summer are more than the bosses kids. We have watched you grow from a good natured litte boy with a quick dry wit to a fine young man. A good and loving son to Mike and Donna and a wonderful brother and friend to Summer. You and your entire family are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Stay strong, have faith, love one another.
Liz and Steve

Gui 09/08/24 10:24

Gabe, I’ve been thinking about you a lot these past weeks and send positive energy your way every day. Sometimes it’s harder to write what one feels than to just feel it, so I’ll leave a quote from my oldest nephew who comes into the room shouts “Wake up!” at 6am in the morning when I stay at my sister’s house. He also jumps up and down on my bed until eventually achieving his desired objective. When I do get up I feel groggy and grumpy, but happy… as I hope you and everyone around you will feel one day soon.

-your velodrome buddy
G

May Burke 09/08/24 11:38

Gabe,

The sweetest and funniest guys at Maxim. I remember you chaining up the bike every morning after riding in…always with a smile I’m wishing you a speedy recovery and many good thoughts your way. All the best to the family.
I know you will get through this!!

Thom 09/08/24 16:07

Hey Gabe, remember when we played foosball in the fire? Your goalie melted to the ball. Get better, friend.

Sarah Rose 09/08/24 17:31

Here’s to cupcakes.. and you getting back to ny to eat some soon. Even though I never got to eat them, I still thank you for the birthday cupcakes Allison made you deliver in Astoria. I’ll be thinkin of you and hopin you make a full recovery soon.
Wishin you all the best,
Sarah

Katlyn 09/08/24 17:45

you are constantly in my thoughts.

Jillian Donofrio 09/08/24 17:50

Hi Gabe…I haven’t met you but I am Kierie’s cousin. I want you to know that you, your family and Kierie are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.
I hope you keep fighting hard and get back to them very soon. I can’t wait to one day meet you, I am sure you are a great guy cause you got yourself one of the best girls!
To Gabe’s family & Kierie, stay strong and NEVER lose hope!

adri 09/08/24 18:49

hi gabe and also kierie,

today i was totally reminded of the last time i saw you two at the beach. it was one hell of a totally surreal and magical day. hail, rainbows, post thunderstorm dancing on the beach and swimming in the ocean while watching new storms form on the horizon. good times. get better so these awesome times can happen again!!

Times Up! 09/08/24 18:53

We just had the times up mechanics meeting where we unanimously supported making a contribution from Timesup! Get better Gabe! We need you to vj our next party!

Shannon 09/08/24 21:43

Why does SF have to be so far away? Nonetheless, keeping you close to our hearts.

Linda 09/08/24 22:20

I went to a Jamm Session Sunday night in Santa Cruz. It was about removing the obstacles. We were singing and chanting & I couldn’t always understand the words that we were repeating, singing and chanting, so often I would put your name in there, Gabe, I’d just keep repeating your name over and over. : )) It was perfect “about removing the obstacles”, so I was singing for you to heal your body and to be with us soon. We all know how hard you’re working. Love you!!! Linda and Keith

Amy B. 09/08/25 04:18

Gabe,

Remember all the fun times we had when you would visit me at MHC? Remember Barbara? The knitting, and the way she’d sleep on the washing machine in the basement? And that ancient computer…

I remember that every spring break, we’d plan to do something, and I’d get sick. Quebec, Vermont… sick as a dog.

How about Sittoo always offering you meat- it’s only a little chicken! And my Bernhardt relatives grilling Boca burgers on a seperate section of the grill.

Okay, this has gotten quite long, and I don’t mean to ramble, but I thought maybe I’d write something to give you a little blast from the past. When someone who loves you in San Francisco reads this to you, I hope you start smiling on the inside, and that you eventually bust out laughing and wake up and say, “Man, I haven’t thought about those things in years!”

Much love and healing,

Amy

ira 09/08/25 06:40

sending my positiveityaness from berlin.

Jeremy and Shana Alter 09/08/25 07:59

I am still interested in your offer you made many years ago about camping in your dad’s very dark and creature filled backyard in Maine.

Please get better soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Jeremy and Shana Alter

catfish 09/08/25 10:40

Gabe,

I miss you, bro. i really hope to see you soon.

E

j(ew)osh 09/08/25 11:32

just writin’ to say hi again, gabe. it’s the kind of day up in eastport that makes me think, “ah, if only I could have a cold six-pack on the beach,” and I can’t help but remember our ride to Tilden only a few weeks ago.

thinking of you always, man, and pulling for you to get through this stronger than ever. a 9th st. coffee and a sixer of beer on the beach are on me when you get back, so hurry home!

josh

Kierie 09/08/25 14:04

J(ew)osh, make that a coffee and almond croissant. We are on our way

Devin 09/08/25 14:09

Dude, I went for lunch today and had Crisp. Yes, I ate vegetarian today… And you’re right. The falafel is DAMN good!

MIke 09/08/25 14:16

I sang the chicken song today for you. Keep pedalling!! Love ya.

Annie 09/08/25 14:21

hi.

yesterday, i met summer in a little thai place on haight. she asked me for advice on a diversion in the neighborhood, but as i am simply a wayward traveller myself, i had none to give.

her heart was heavy, and she carried the burden of sad acceptance in her eyes. when she explained why she was in the city, my heart ached for all of you.

(i shared some of this with summer, but i wanted to finish the story now with all of you)

my father was in a coma for several months after a car accident many years ago. i dropped out of school to be with him. i spent everyday, by his side. holding his hand, reading to him, explaining the little interpersonal dramas in the hospital… anything i could do to keep my connection with him…

i remember the exact smell of the hospital room, the pattern of the tile wall in the waiting room and the creeping way the sunlight snuck through the curtains the morning he opened his eyes.

his memories of the experience are fuzzy, dreamlike adventures. disjointed stories with the occasional connection to what was happening in my reality. my favorite of these connections was his ‘living’ a short story that i read to him about traveling cross country by train.

after he awoke, in the first few confused days, he recounted almost the entire story first hand. he remembered where they stopped along the track, eating on the train car, he even recalled the names of the other passengers (all names of nurses/therapists that worked with him daily).

as the years pass, he remembers less of the train trip, and more of the “reality”… the constant hum and beeping of machines covering most of the other noise. but he still remembers my presence, and the names of the hospital staff.

the months were some of the most difficult of my life, but also laid roots for the most profound growth and self exploration i’ve experienced.

to gabe’s family and friends,

i pray that you find strength and peace in yourselves and in each other.

and that you Really know that as devastating as this is… there will be just as much laughter, joy, love, and tremendous growth to come.

and to gabe,

my hope for you is that you are able to retain little glimpses of the journey you’re on. that when the time comes, you can share your stories and experiences.

and i hope that these well wishes from your friends (and the occasional stranger) stick with you and lighten your path home.

my love and hope to you.

Risi 09/08/25 15:01

Gabe, we only met once at Zsuzsi’s party last year but now I check this site each day to see the latest news about your recovery. I am sure it’s a long process, but I hope that things will just keep improving and improving until you are fully back to your usual self. I have this vision of you eventually getting up, walking out of the hospital and riding away on your bike. In the mean time, I hope you are having nice Cinderella dreams!

Kelly 09/08/25 15:31

Gabe, this is Kelly, Amy’s old friend from MHC. I know it’s been a long time since we last saw each other, but I just want you to know that I am thinking of you and pulling for you.

Diana Ledger 09/08/25 17:37

Hi Gabe! Jack, Dan,Diana and Black Jack send you their best–All the way from Hampden, Maine–We know you have been through a lot and that you are making some progress–keep up the good work! We love you and think about you all the time–all of Jack’s family are thinking about you and asking about you–I will tell them about this website–Love you!
Aunt Di

Allison 09/08/25 21:24

I am thinking about you, Lord Gabriel! Just wanted to let you know.

Ed 09/08/26 06:23

Just so you know Gabe, there’s more to do in SF than lay around getting sponge baths. More healing vibes your way today!

Ric 09/08/26 06:49

Gabe, after track season we were supposed to get obliterated on pizza and beer. I’d send you a nice slice of greasy pizza and a pint of your favorite belgian ale if a) it would make it in decent shape, and b) your doctors thought it would help with your recovery. Get well soon. You’re in my thoughts and I wish you the best. There are a LOT of folks here in NY pulling for you and I hope that all of our positive energy reaches you and helps things out. Oh, and if there are any cute nurses, tell them you have an attractive single friend out here in NY

Susanna 09/08/26 10:16

Gabe: We only met briefly at Tony and Lauren’s wedding last July, but from the stories Tony told and the brief conversations we had, I could tell you are great guy and an amazing friend!

Hang in there! My thoughts are with you during your recovery.

Amanda 09/08/26 11:26

Hey Gabe, I’m about to go ride my bike to Maine. I’m not sure what part of the state you’re from, but I’m gonna head up as far as Norway or something and then back down along the coast as much as I can. The destination is coincidence. But the long hours of riding around with nothing but my thoughts to keep me company will mean lots of thinking happy healing thoughts in your direction. By the time I get back to computers and good cell service and whatnot, I’m really hoping that you’ll be fully awake and asking everyone what all the fuss is about.

Jason 09/08/26 16:29

Gabe, heal up quickly man, and hope to see you out there again soon. Keep fighting the good fight too—we know you can make it.

brain and linda parks 09/08/26 16:37

ours thoughts and prayer are with your family..speedy recovery

Nechama 09/08/26 17:24

Hi Kierie. This is Nechama (the female bike mechanic). I don’t have any words to express my feelings… I’m just sending good wishes to Gabe & you. Hope Gabe gets well so we can all have some beers in Brooklyn again asap.

Shannon 09/08/26 18:08

Gabe:

Jason just pulled a roly-poly out of Adrian’s mouth…

Mike 09/08/26 18:45

Gabe..you took a trip today for your MRI, and I saw your eyelids flutter,and better breathing. I breathe with you every breath. Keirie and I had a Guiness together and toasted you. Keep fighting..we’re waiting for you.

Mike the Dad

Allison 09/08/26 20:38

Thinking about you again!

Annamarie D 09/08/26 21:14

Hi Gabe and fam!
Reading all these amazing messages has made me think of some Gabe memories of my own. I remember picking up crab apples in the front yard with you and Summer and riding bikes and scooters up and down the dirt road. I remember your unusual snacking habits when you were really little and the day you accidentally ate pepperoni pizza combos after you were a vegetarian! And I remember watching Days of Thunder and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles about a million times.
All my love to you and the rest of the family!!!!!
Anna

Tony M 09/08/27 07:09

Gabe,

I’ll be seeing you soon. Saturday. I’m bringing something for you and I expect you to personally bring it back to me! We’re still thinking about you and for you all the time. Keep up the good work!

Tony

Diana Ledger 09/08/27 07:54

Hi Gabe and all,
Just want to send my love all the way from Maine–Here’s hoping that you have a good day today! We from the not so frozen North (not yet anyway) are all praying and pulling for you! Everyone I speak to about this is very encouraging…we just want the very, very best for you Gabe, no matter how long it takes!
Di

katey johnson 09/08/27 09:50

dear not gabe kruger, please please get better soon. kati roll awaits!! there may be no better motivation than that for sure!!!! you’re very much in my thoughts. – katey

dima 09/08/27 10:56

http://geekpadshow.com/2009/08/26/20-pictures-of-nerdy-cupcakes/

this made me think of you. hope you see it soon

Rosies Diner 09/08/27 11:59

Everyone at Rosies is praying for you Gabe. Our hearts go out to all the family.
Get better soon. Rose

Bob Ring 09/08/27 15:47

Hi Mike, so sorry to hear about your son. All the GWRRA friends have sent best regards. I would like to let you know that I was thinking about Gabe and have said a prayer for him and would like to let you know that as a brother mason we all look to the east and travel by the square and compass and worship upon the holy bible. Take care and God bless. Bob

Matt Chabe 09/08/27 17:16

Hi Gabe. I met you maybe three times. Each time you rocked the house — you’re a man that makes an impression. Meeting you was always an intriguing pleasure. BTW, your sister makes a mean fake fart sound. Heed it and the world will bloom forever. My very best wishes to you indeed.

Cait J 09/08/27 19:05

Gabe- Thinking of you each day and hoping that your recovery is progressing well. Went to the benefit last week- there was such a great community out to send you their positive thoughts and donate to the cause.

Gary Sund 09/08/27 19:29

A Gabe Memory,
I was thinking of Gabe as I was visiting with some mutual friends, I started laughing to myself. I realized I was thinking of the first time I stayed at your his family home. There was a huge snowstorm, at this point I did not know Mike and Donna really well. In the morning Donna knocks on the door and in a really sing songy voice says “Gabe your dad wants to know where the F***ing shovels is” I almost wet my pants I was laughing so hard. Cant wait for you to get better so we can laugh about that. I laugh know as I write this, sorry Donna it was funny.

Gary Sund 09/08/27 19:31

A Gabe Memory,
I was thinking of Gabe as I was visiting with some mutual friends, I started laughing to myself. I realized I was thinking of the first time I stayed at his house. There was a huge snowstorm, at this point I did not know Mike and Donna really well. In the morning Donna knocks on the door and in a really sing songy voice says “Gabe your dad wants to know where the F***ing shovels is” I almost wet my pants I was laughing so hard. Cant wait for you to get better so we can laugh about that. I laugh now as I write this, sorry Donna it was funny.

Gary Sund 09/08/27 19:32

Sorry for the double submitted before I proof read. You know how I spell Gabe.

Heather Leigh 09/08/27 19:51

Gabriel Michael! I have been thinking of you the last few days and how it’s been too long since we have chatted! I couldn’t wait to tell you about how I’ve moved back home and am going to be in grad school! I have been thinking of how strange it’ll be to not have you in Orono to hang, party (yours were always the best!), or commiserate with; but at least now we’ll be able to catch up both when you visit ME and I visit NYC! I think a few months ago we were agreeing that the next time I’m in NYC we have to hang out, so we better stick to that plan! I’ll be waiting for maddfajita to pop up with the greeting, “heather leigh!” and know that the friend I have with an Angel name is ready to hang out! I’m sending my love to you and your family and your girl, and my 80’s thumbs up that we did, because that’s what us kids from the 80’s do for encouragement right ? (I’m posting the photographic evidence for you on your facebook page for when you need a chuckle)

BrittLee 09/08/27 21:06

just want you to know i am thinking about you….healing thoughts….

mahsee 09/08/28 04:42

Hi Gabe,

The weather today is crisp and sunny. Perfect day to take a ride, maybe around the river. Get better soon so that you can. You are always in my thoughts.

M~

Emily 09/08/28 07:22

I was just thinking about Captain Von Hindenberg Fussybritches McGee, or whatever his name is. In Valley Forge. And cherry vodka and doritos. Oh man. Dude. I’m at Bagel Central right now. I just had a bagel and a cup of shitty coffee. I would like to have a bagel with you soon. That is all.

Cuzzin Gail 09/08/28 07:57

Hi Gabe,
Heard the news today was not so good.Know this kiddo, that everyone on this site is holding you tight in their hearts and minds. We know that your goodness and courage will take you to that special place of peace and healing. We hope and pray that you will return to us whole. We love you very much. Cuzzin Gail

Mike 09/08/28 08:48

from Mike the Dad Hey Gabe, nows the time to drop down one gear and give it all you’ve got.The Docs say you’ve got quite the fight ahead of you.
So good to feel you squeeze my hand. I love you.

Donna Allen 09/08/28 08:57

Sweet Gabe, there was a lot of hand movement on your part yesterday. In talking about it later with my friend Phylis, who knows sign language, says perhaps you were signing your version of “I Love you”. You would point to yourself, make the L somewhere in there and then point away. Our hearts jumped! Love surrounds you, Mom

Kathleen 09/08/28 09:37

As a parent, I can truly understand your joy at these events. Sending strength and good thoughts from Maine.

Monica 09/08/28 11:07

Hi Gabe
I know you are strong enough to pull through and you will recover!!!My family and I are thinking of you constantly and praying for your healthy recovery. Kierie, I am always here anytime you need a hand, a hug, a ride, ANYTHING.call me. Sending lots of love.

Huck & Nancy 09/08/28 11:31

Hi Gabe,

OK! It has been a week since we last wrote. We gave you the week to rest and now it’s time to wake up and smell the Root-Beer and get to work on some serious healing. The best thing you can do right now is open your eyes and smile at your parents and Kierie. They have been right by your side for a very long time. And I expect no less than to see you Boarding at Sugarloaf this winter. Lots of love, Huck and Nancy

DanFlan 09/08/28 12:54

Gabe –

I’ve been thinking about you every day – Sending positive energy to the West Coast – You got this!

Allen Family –

If there is anything you need let me know. The Farm (Fisher Farm) has had you in their thoughts too. I’ll hide away some extra winter squash for ya Summer

<3<3<3
Dan

Meg 09/08/28 13:07

Dear Gabe:

Tracy and I have been hugging eachother like we would hug you if you were here.
Being here in Maine while you are way over there is so hard…I want to run over to SF and pat you and tell you obnoxious jokes, and bring you food, and admire the beauty of your breathing tubes! But, they say you prolly’ wouldnt like my kind of food right now, so I’ll wait and simply send so much love and good energy your way. Ben also sends his thoughts and love, not two years ago he was laying right where you are now……be strong you big monkey!
love always,
Meg

GSMith 09/08/28 14:00

Gabe;
Rae and I think of you and your family everyday. Reach down and bring yourself back!

Terry White 09/08/29 04:46

Gabe – My wife Veronica and I wish you well and a speedy recovery. I do not know you personally, but I do know your dad through the lodge and knowing him tells me you are a fighter in life as nothing ever comes without effort in the world. You remain in our prayers
Terry and Veronica White-Howard Lodge

joe & Karan Savoy 09/08/29 07:54

Gabe,Mike & Donna,
Geoff just e-mailed us. you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I also told the Debeck family. There son Greg lives in SF also, I’m sure you’ll be hearing from them too….more positive power coming your way! love,the savoys

Jim Ecker 09/08/29 08:02

Gabe,
We’ve never met but knowing the strong stock you come from I know every thing will turn out great. Get well

Jenn & Matt 09/08/29 08:05

Gabe you are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Get well, Gabe.

Love, Jenn & Matt in Denmark, ME

Summer 09/08/29 10:01

Dear Gabe,
It was hard for me to leave SF without seeing you open your beautiful eyes, but I will back soon to hang out with you. Yesterday I made pancakes and will send you some in the mail as usual. Don’t let Dad steal them.
I love you,
Summer

Kierie 09/08/29 16:17

WHOA, fajita! Summ sent the sweetest blueberry pancakes! Uh, I mean, sweetest-looking. Yeah, sweetest-LOOKING. I’ll keep em stored in the back of the fridge til you’re ready for ‘em. I’ll whip up a trusty avocado-banana milkshake when it’s time to bust ‘em out, like we used to make back in Astoria winter. xoxoxoxo.

Shannon 09/08/29 20:53

Hey Gabe,

Me & J just got back from his s-dads 1st gig ever, it was pretty good. Reminded me of the time I accompanied you to a small jam session at some coffed place in Bangor when we were teens. Thinking of you conatantly,

Shannon

Mike 09/08/29 22:58

From Mike the Dad.. Hey Gab.. today when you were clenching my hand I substituted a raw egg for my hand.. and guess what.. the yolks on you!!!
Keirie and I poured a Stella for you at dinner.
cya tomorrow .

love ya

A Masonic Brother 09/08/30 04:32

Prayers are being said and they ARE being heard May you soon be able to awake and smile at your family.

BrittLee 09/08/30 05:29

keep it up gabe….ps: your dad’s comment ^^”yolks on you”… hilarious

Brian & Marsha Richardson 09/08/30 10:16

This e-mail is from Brent’s parents to Gabe. Gabe, you were there for Brent after his accident and ABI. We and Brent have remembered and have always been grateful. We now want to hear you and to do what we can. May God take you under his/her protective wings and bring you healing in mind, body, and spirit!

Andrea (Newey) Bozzino and Family 09/08/30 13:53

Dear Allen Family ~ our thoughts and prayers are with you and Gabe. We wish Gabe a wonderful recovery.

Andrea

Kathryn Maietta Harrington 09/08/30 15:24

Hey Gabe, I am thinking of you and your family often. I am sending as much positive energy as I can!

Kayla 09/08/30 15:36

Hey there. We are thinking of you none stop in Kansas. I am praying for a great recovery, and smiling about the good ole days when mom would take us up to Maine every summer.
You have a great family, girlfriend, and circle of friends by your side…near…and far. We are sending you our love every day!!

Norm 09/08/30 16:25

Dear Gabe,

I’m a new member of Kissena… looking forward to meeting and riding with you when you’re back on the bike.

Best wishes to you and your family,
Norm
Brooklyn, NY

Summer 09/08/31 00:53

Gabe,
I have hilarious photos (and Larry has iPhone video) of some shenanigans from Travis & Jordan’s wedding this weekend. You were missed, and it was such a great party at the reception–you and Kierie would have had a blast! I went to the Folk Festival today and I saw so many people who wanted to know how you were doing. I check in with mom and your nurses every day and they are supposed to be telling you hi from me. More letters on the way from Maine soon. I miss and love you and am excited to see you again soon!

Love,
Summer

Kierie 09/08/31 01:51

LOLd at the idea of sitting around with NY buddies to cheers with beer. On that day, I even expect Jody to pick up a glass and sniff the hops

Allison 09/08/31 03:38

xoxoxoxoxo

Much love from Kentucky, I am heading back to Maine today from crazy Lumberjill town. I have funny stories from the road that would definitely make you laugh.

Bobbie lee Hobbs 09/08/31 05:13

Hi Gabe- I think of you and your family every day, get well soon. an old friend of summer’s, Bobbie

Katlyn 09/08/31 06:33

thinking of you guys. always!

Colin 09/08/31 06:51

Gabe, many were thinking of you this past weekend at Kissena. You were dearly missed. We all hope to have you back next spring.

Robin May 09/08/31 08:52

HI Gabe,
Robin May here!

I had a crystal clear dream about you last night.
You were in my office helping me with my computer…and you discovered the problem as usual!

My connection had become unplugged.

Good times, right?

Thinking about you!

Gretchen 09/08/31 10:50

Hi, Gabe.

My name is Gretchen Teasdale. My grandfather, Al Feero, spent the last years of his life “married” to your grandmother, Marian. I’m so grateful that she was a part of his life, and that, in turn, your family is a part of ours.

I know we don’t know each other, but I just wanted you to know that you have people in other scattered cities who are thinking of you and wishing you well. I’m hoping that that can really happen – that we can all WISH you WELL.

Our love to you, your family, and your dear friends,

Gretchen Teasdale
Nick Teasdale
Holden Teasdale
Bob Teasdale
Wendy Teasdale
etc, etc, etc…

Olney 09/08/31 13:09

gabe,

your family is so kind to keep us all posted as we wait anxiously for the news that you have opened your eyes and come back to us. we all love you so much and hope that you are able to feel that even now. we miss you.

Amanda Ledford 09/08/31 13:13

Gabe you are in my thoughts and you are in my prayers. I wish for you to get well!

Sasha 09/08/31 14:21

Gabe:
You have now twice sat at a large dinner table with my family and friends. Your calm nature, wry smile and good vibes have made such a strong impression even in our brief meetings. Your lovely spirit is not easily forgotten and I look forward to more gatherings in the future. I am sending you many well wishes from Bangor. I’m about to buy my own large dining table this week so there will be plenty of room for you when you return to the east coast!

mahsee 09/08/31 15:07

Gabe,

Guess who spilled beer in the macbook. Funny thing, apple care doesn’t cover that. In my head you tried not to laugh when I told you. Soon we will laugh together in person about that. Get better so that we can, okay?

Love,

M~

Alan, Traci & Emily Tenney 09/08/31 17:14

Gabe~
Not a day goes by that we don’t think about you in California. I remember the first time that I met you – you were in Orono, biking with a friend (who bought Alan’s bike). You reminded me a lot of Alan, who loves to bike and be outdoors. You have such an incredible spirit – one that has made me realize how precious each and every day is with our family. We are praying for you and your entire family – we know you will pull through this because of your inner strength and all of the support and love that surrounds you. Get better soon Gabe! We are thinking about you! ~The Tenney’s

Mike & Stacy Thibodeau 09/08/31 17:53

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Here’s for a speedy recovery. Mike & Stacy Thibodeau (Winterpot)

Summer 09/08/31 19:55

Gabe, I just made tapioca pudding from scratch and it inadvertently turned out just the way you love pudding-drinkable. It was delicious, yet gross. Perhaps it was the rice milk.
Love you,
Summer

Mary-Lynne 09/08/31 21:01

Still checking in on you Gabe. My mom has a prayer list, so she put you on it. People sending good vibes from everywhere, so Wake Up! I miss seeing your name on my Gchat every day and am waiting for you to log on again… keep trying. You’ll be back….
Mary-Lynne

Ali 09/08/31 21:34

I have so many memories! I’ve been searching for just the right one and keep coming back to the need for solace. My entire life I have always taken solace in the ocean. It’s vastness, it’s calm and it’s familiar. Some of my best memories of you are when we shared that peace together at my favorite place, Lamoine. Though both of us are unable to make it to Lamoine now, I’m sending you a little piece of it. The waves and the ocean air. Let it feed your soul and aid in this fight. I love you!
-Ali

Brendan 09/09/01 09:13

I wish you peace and strength, and know that you’ll get through this. I’ll keep you in my heart through your recovery.

When you’re back in Maine again I need to introduce you to my daughter, Eowyn. A couple weeks ago, she was at home with Anna and I was at work when she turned to her mom and said, “What’s Daddy’s butt doing?” Good question!

All our love,

Brendan and family

Lynne Wisnefski 09/09/01 16:37

Praying for you, Gabe. Hugging you, Kiere. XOXO

Celeste 09/09/01 17:39

So much more to do, so much more to see, so much more to love, candle burn bright, the stars sing to you, their love song of life, stay and play another day.

Diana Ledger 09/09/01 17:40

Hey Gabe! Jack, Diana, Dan and Black Jack are prayin’ for you! All the Ledgers’, too! I saw a big bright moon on the way home tonight and thought, that has got to be a good sign for Gabe…it was just beautiful…we all love you and you and Mike, Donna, Summer and Kiere are in our thoughts all the time.
Di

A Masonic Brother 09/09/01 17:46

Mike and Donna,

Words cannot convey the sorrow that my wife and I are feeling for you and your family. It is very apparent that Gabe is a strong young man, and we know that this strength, along with many prayers, will assure a positive outcome. Scott and Vicki

Mike 09/09/01 19:05

We got Gabe a small blue moose doll to keep him company when we’re not there.Looks funny to see a 6′5″ man with a blue moose looking at him.
He is moving his right hand arm and leg more today..signs of progress. We’re rooting for another good day tomorrow. Go Gabe!!!

Mike Le Dad

Jessica 09/09/01 19:21

Gabe,

Hoping you get better and better everyday… my time at blender would never have been the same without your expert IT advice. (If “restart your computer” counts as expert advice, haha just kidding)

Please get better soon.

Jessica

Robin 09/09/01 20:26

Gabe, without a doubt the kindest person at Blender! Sending you love and get-well thoughts from New York.
x

rachel 09/09/01 20:28

gabe, we have never met but we are a part of the same strong and caring cycling community.
i hope these words are able to bring you and your family some peace during this trying time.
i send them to you from brooklyn…

“may the road rise up to meet you
may the wind be always at your back
may the warm rays of sun fall upon your home
and may the hand of a friend always be near.

may green be the grass you walk on,
may blue be the skies above you,
may pure be the joys that surround you,
may true be the hearts that love you.”

Louise Vogel 09/09/01 20:48

I send a strong intention or prayer to you Gabe for full recovery. It will take time and patience from friends and family and you as well but I think that is what healing and love is all about. You don’t know me but I am Fred Thornton’s sister in law, Sylvia’s sister and Tom and Laura Thornton’s Aunt. I live in SF and I think this is a very special place to be. My throughts are with you and your family at this time.

Meg 09/09/01 20:52

I love you Gabe.
Every day there are thoughts of you and the time we have shared together.
missing you and sending all the energy I can muster speedily down the coast to San Fran.
hot days are turning cooler here in portland, still good for biking, you would love it! I can’t wait to give you the biggest hug a guy has ever received!
so much of me is with you right now, love.
Meg

mikebarry 09/09/01 20:58

hey gabe get better i know your going to hop back in to that saddle and ride hard i can relate to you when i was young my acclies tendent broke from a small stroke and the doctor said i was always going to be limited to what i can do and at young age i told the doctor “GO FUCK YOURSELF” but bud its not about me its about you i will keep you in my thoughts and will hope to see you on the roads stay up gabe

Dinosaur 09/09/02 00:04

Hey Gabe, I don’t know you, and nor have I ever met you or even heard of you before. But I hope things work out for the better from here on out. 5$ isn’t much, but I figured I don’t need new handlebar wrap as much as you need support from as many people possible. I wish you the best!

Edana 09/09/02 00:30

I’m a friend of Ali’s and see my friend in such a sad state because of how much she cares for you. All my thoughts and prayers for a man who obviously has touched many lives!

Laura Louise 09/09/02 06:16

Hey Cousin Gabe,

Your moose sounds fantastic. I have a little elephant myself. Keep going on moving those limbs little by little!

Much love,
Laura

Darren Ratner 09/09/02 07:20

Gabe, get better soon. Not asking – that’s an order.

Devin 09/09/02 07:51

So I’ve got this coupon for Six Sweet Buttercream Cupcakes at Butter Lane for $8. Get better man! I’ve got 3 of these coupons. =)

Chris Ehrmann 09/09/02 07:54

Gabe: my heart breaks that I just got word of this through the Blender gravy train. By the sound of things you’re working hard to recover, and that is fantastic news. All I can think about is locking my bike up with you outside of work. You’ll be back on the whip soon enough my friend. My best to your family and friends, I know its a long hard road, but you have a lot of people out here rooting for you.

Scott and Kathy Chambers 09/09/02 09:56

Donna,
Just heard about Gabe last night. Just wanted you to know that he and your family are on the prayer list at Calvary Apostolic Church. Take care and God bless

Barbara Simonds 09/09/02 14:18

My family has kept Gabe in our prayers since we learned of his accident. I was pleased to read your account of his progress today, Donna, and learn that things are progressing for the better…..and that there has been laughter among you. Our hearts are with you all. Barbara (Ali Simonds’ mother)

curtis 09/09/02 14:49

gabe,

let’s go ride bikes when you get better.

best wishes and stuff,
-c

Roscoe 09/09/02 14:52

Hang in there Gabe.
Get better and come back to NYC.
Everyone is pulling for you.

E

Sean 09/09/02 15:22

We are sending lots of love and good vibrations from New Hampshire

Alex 09/09/02 16:57

So happy to hear about the progress!

I wanted to write a hilarious story on here about college but I couldn’t pick a favorite one! All of them are my favorite. Between high life’s on the trestle and 4th of July in OOB we had some awesome times! Every year I retell the “hangin out in oob” story or every time I happen to find myself of the pier. I still have that fricken t-shirt you made us! Everyone remembers the Foufounes Electriques! Was that the weird emo/metal club we went to? I don’t even remember You throw the best parties and know how to get a group together for any occasion. Next time I see you, there will be warm moxie cupcakes waiting!

carey g 09/09/02 18:08

hey gabe, it’s probably been about 9 years since the last time we saw each other, back in high school. regardless, my memories of you go back a long way, all the way into childhood, which means something sort of special i think. even long after you’ve stopped knowing the people that you knew back in that window of time, very early in our lives, they continue to have a little spot in your heart. ever since i heard what happened, you and your family’ve been in my thoughts and prayers every day.

healing wishes from argentina,
carey

Rob Tannenbaum 09/09/02 18:10

I’ve got this 62 pound delivery of raw sugar just sitting here on the loading dock, and nowhere to deliver it. As soon as you get better, I’ll send it over and you can wash it all down with a nice, cold Red Bull. Best wishes,

joon 09/09/02 21:08

hi gabe. you don’t know me, but i am pulling for you nonetheless. i am friends with ali, and we have a rule in texas. if you love someone, you love who they love, so here goes! i believe anything is possible. i believe greatness can emerge from even the worst tragedy. i believe you can make us all realize how precious life is by opening your eyes. i believe you can do it. i can’t wait to meet you someday when you come to Texas to thank me for my support. I will take you to Barton Springs, and buy you a Shiner Bock. So, come on. I will be waiting for you with a howdy and yessiree! love from the lone star,
joon

Lobito 09/09/02 21:19

Though I don’t personally know you, being a cyclist and another person is more than enough to wish you well and hope that you have a speedy recovery. I hate that it sometimes takes something such as an accident to realize how much we take for granted what we have, and I hope that those that surround you realize how great of a person I am sure you are, seeing from how much support you have from friends. May you be back on your bike soon, and to future endeavors. I too have been in a few serious accidents over the years, and I know the impact that it has. I wish you the best! I’ll even buy you a cold beer as soon as you can have one!

Jessica 09/09/02 21:42

Gabe,

We do not know each other. A friend asked for good thoughts to be sent your way. I’m sending many and will continue to do so. You and your loved ones are in my thoughts. I believe strongly in the power of positive energy and am thankful to see all of it here for you from so many that obviously care for you immensely.

Steve & Jayne 09/09/03 04:21

Allen Family,
You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Gabe is such a caring and compassionate person with so many great friends and family pulling for him. All the best – with Love, Steve & Jayne Bowler

Ed 09/09/03 07:19

Glad to hear Gabe’s doing better. Hear my mind Gabe! Bacon doesn’t taste as good when it’s blended and pumped through a tube! Wake up and let’s eat bacon!

Sena 09/09/03 08:38

I’m a friend of a friend. Sending good thoughts and warm wishes your way.

mahsee 09/09/03 09:48

Gabe, Your Mum gave us wicked hope today. Keep trying really hard, squeezing hands and pointing and doing what you can to try to come back. Don’t give up because we aren’t. Every one all over is sending love and prayers and well wishes. We are all here for you, willing you strength.
Love,

M~

Emily 09/09/03 10:04

I am so psyched to hear that you’re starting phase 2 of Gabe Allen: Reloaded. Which is very different from The Matrix, especially because you are way cooler than Keanu Reeves. This party your amazing sister is spearheading for Oct. 2 is going to rock, and the only thing that is missing from it is, of course, you. I am hoping we will be able to serve Allen’s Allen’s Coffee Brandy Coffee, and Freeze Pop Vodka Tonics. And perhaps shots of balsamic vinaigrette. I love you and am sending all my best of everything towards you as you begin the process of waking up.

Mike 09/09/03 10:38

Gabe had a visit from his friend and stand up comedian Dan Frederickson, who is from LA I believe. Dan was in Sf for his first gig and I hope Gabe had some awareness of him visiting. Thanks Dan.. I hope you were successful last night at your performance.

Dillan 09/09/03 12:44

Hay gabe! i don’t know you at all but I hear what happened and that is terrible…hope u come outta this ok! Im sure everyone in the cycling community, including myself, is hoping you come out of this ok…i would donate to help out your cause but I don’t have anything to donate. Well Best Wishes! Dillan Buffalo,NY

Gretchen Battick 09/09/03 13:27

Hey there Allens,
Very good news that Donna posted yesterday….we will take a deep breath now and focus on the future and on brain healing. As always please tell Gabe we are thinking of him daily and are sending (sun)beams of support and positive energy his way. Best of luck to him today and tomorrow w/ the procedures. We will be with you all in spirit as you wait at Gabe’s side.
It’s good to be moving forward.
Our love to you all and hugs all around,
Gretchen

The Rizza Family-Winterport 09/09/03 15:01

Get Well Soon Gabe ! Winterport is praying for you! God Bless … and may the Angels watch over you and give you strength as you recover!

Inge 09/09/03 15:21

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Fran and Vicky Lee 09/09/03 17:21

Gabe,

Our thoughts, prayers and best wishes to you, your entire family and Kierie. We feel certain that with all the prayers and love flowing in your direction and with that legendary Allen family perseverance that you will prevail in your recovery. Thanks for the updates thru this site. It helps feeling connected. Love and care sent your way. Donna and Mike Fran will call you later. Fran and Vicky Lee

Judy Cuddy 09/09/03 18:02

Donna, Mike, Gabe and Summer – thinking of you so often, and so glad to know about this this way to tell you. Take heart knowing that Gabe is young and strong, and his brain can heal much better than the brain of us older folks. He has caring, supportive, smart and tough advocates in his family, and we are all pulling for him. John sends his hopes and prayers as well. Judy Cuddy

Katlyn 09/09/03 20:53

we love ya man.

Ali 09/09/03 22:47

So Gabe..

It’s my birthday and all I really want is something only you can give. Good luck with your procedures today and come through with flying colors. I’ll accept that as my gift:)

-Ali

andras revesz 09/09/04 00:44

hi gabe, it’s been a while we have spoken and i really miss you ‘cracking wise’, your take on matters is always eye opening for me. also you represent the strongest in metals and i know you do everything to prove it and recover from this trip and tell me about it.
andras

GWRRA Maine 09/09/04 06:38

Our GWRRA Family of Friends give best wishes and pray for Gabe’s recovery. We pray for Mikey, Donna, Summer, Kierie and all of Gabe’s family and many friends to have the strength, courage, and faith in this crisis.

Sara Bowman 09/09/04 08:13

Dear Sweet Gabe, I am Brittlee’s mother, and I have you on mind and in my prayers everyday. You sound to me to be a strong and beautiful young man. With your hard work, and the love of family, friends and strangers I see great hope in your recovery. We’ve never met, but I send you my motherly love. Brittlee has told me what a wonderful person you are, and I look forward to meeting you someday soon. Love, Sara Bowman

Maia 09/09/04 08:37

Dear Gabe,

I am a friend of Kierie’s. I hear you are working hard and courageously at your recovery. You have a wonderful, loving and strong group of people eager to help you through this time; please count me among those who are rooting for you.

-Maia

David Poll 09/09/04 10:57

Hi Gabe, Donna, Mike and Summer, News of Gabe just hit me yesterday. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Like your Dad said Gabe, “nows the time to drop down one gear and give it all you’ve got”. We’re rooting for you all the way! This will be a long race but you’ve got it made with all the love from your Mom, Dad, Summer and friends.
Love,
David, Toni & Hunter

Anthony Boswell 09/09/04 13:17

Hey mang get well soon my man STAY POSI!!!! Its tuff at times like this but times like this are when it really matters. Hope your dippin again soon.
-one love Tony

Cousin Kayla 09/09/04 18:52

Gabe and family…i am so thankful to hear about these great steps. I feel by reading your posts he has had a lot of good healing the past week. So proud of all of you. Thanks to all of the family’s friends for the fundraisers and support…you all are awesome!!

Much love!!

Mike 09/09/04 21:24

I cant wait until we do the major updates, since communicating with all of you gives me strength, which I can then transfer to Gab.
I thank all of those who connect to the donation link, and I thank all of those who comment and support. Both are important, and appreciated more than you can imagine. Gabe had a great nurse today, covered with tattoos and shaved head, gave Gabe a great shave and put him in PJ’s rather than those goofy johnnies. Unbelievable care. Even Donna had an unplanned audience with the Mayor of SF and his chief of staff by Gabe’s room. Sweet!
Someone told me Summer has accumulated 18,256 cupcakes for a Gabe event in Maine. I wonder if there are any spinach cupcakes?
As I travel through this huge hospital, as I have for the past 3 weeks, people I have never met before send their love to Gabe.
I arranged for a short Reiki session this afternoon for him. Help is accepted from every direction. Thanks Sandy

Shannon 09/09/05 00:13

Amazing progress Gabe – we wouldn’t expect anything less! You are so strong, keep it up!

Me & J send hugs, and Adrian sends his big, open-mouthed, drooly kisses (roly-poly not included) He wants to know more of this blue moose you have…

Love,

Shannon

Amanda 09/09/05 14:39

I ate a cupcake in Portland in your honor last night. Hoping all the tests go well and can’t wait to hear the next report and even more progress.

Matt S 09/09/06 05:17

Just stopping by to say hi to you Gabe. I’m thinking of you often and keeping the good vibes flowing. We will see you upon your return.

Love,
Matt

mahsee 09/09/06 17:09

Gabe,
I was so happy to read Kierie’s posting about you holding the book! This is so terrific! I can’t wait to hear more of this wonderful progress. Your most awesome sister is putting together one hella party for you here. We all wish you could be there, but I know that someday you will be, as guest of honor, partaking of cold tasty drinks and sugary baked goodness and getting all this love in person. Til then we got it covered. Keep up the good work. Much healing vibes and strength!

Love,
M~

Bernie 09/09/06 20:14

Yes! Go GABE! You are absolutely rocking this recovery. I am ECSTATIC! WOW!

Talia Piccininni/Fragapane 09/09/06 20:59

To Gabe,
We have never met yet but I am anticipating the day we do. As i read these comments I have goosebumps all over because of how much power these comments mean to all of these people in honor of you. I wish you a fast recovery and a easier journey ahead. Also know you have an angel at your beside. who seems to be sharing your pain. Until we meet..
Talia Piccininni

Judy Cuddy 09/09/07 07:26

Donna and Mike – wonderful news on the purposeful movements! It is amazing how the yong brain can heal – we were told that Matt’s brain could form new synapses faster than it could heal the damaged ones (that was 20 years ago, so science has advanced tremendously since then, I’m sure.) We are thinking of you, and Gabe, Summer and Kiere. I believe there is much more good news to come.

Judy

mike 09/09/07 08:29

I keep checking the website for updates. I just want you to be all right, so get all right! all right?

Kayla 09/09/07 12:42

Gabe, I am so pleased with all the progress you have been making! All though i must say i am not suprised because you are such a great strong person. I know you and your family have been working hard each day. Hopefully soon you will be able to play that “pig game” you taught us when you were in Kansas.

Inge 09/09/07 15:49

Kierie Kierie Kierie, I am so incredibly… I can’t find the words right this moment… elated? excited? It’s just incredible to read your latest post on Gabe’s process. The heart found its way… <3 See you soon!
Inge

Inge 09/09/07 16:22

progress. i meant progress.

Colleen 09/09/08 05:44

Hi Gabe! Our best thoughts are with you and your family right now. It took awhile, since the University has protocols, red tape and you need 5 signatures and a legal release, but the IT Department can now officially say: “GET BETTER SOON!” to our dear friend! We look forward to having you back in Maine soon!

Robbie Rawcliffe 09/09/08 06:28

wow gabe you got alot of people who love you!! it’s great to hear about the progress you are making. our prayers are with you gabe.

Tony M 09/09/08 09:58

Gabe,

I sent you a package today. Sorry I couldn’t give it to you in person…you can blame Air Canada for that one! We keep thinking of you and I expect to one day soon have you bring one of the gifts back to my shop.

Tony

Mike 09/09/08 11:25

Our Gabe is in surgery right now getting a tracheotomy so he can breath easier and be more comfortable. Small steps uphill, beit a long hill, but my heart says he’ll make it . So many people love him, it is unbelievable as a parent to see this unfold Thank you all!

Mike the Dad

Meg 09/09/08 15:14

trying my best to come see you Gabe! Hopefully flying down to SF from Portland in the next few weeks. Sending sweet vibes and cool tunes your way. Maybe this is all one big dream sequence……….i keep wishing. Or maybe you are living an alternate life on some far away star…..or…or..or….maybe you will wake up totally blissed out on knowledge of the boundaries of the universe…….oh the possibilities!
Meg

Diana Potenza 09/09/08 16:18

Gabe,
Good energy (QI) coming your way from all the Sifu’s in Thailand.
Your news of good progress has been sent around the globe. Keep up the strength, you have a great teacher,Kierie!!! and remember the number 5 while your healing.
Diana Potenza

Laura Louise 09/09/08 17:50

Hi Gabe,

Here’s to better breathing! I’m thinking of you all the time…

Much love,
Laura

Beau 09/09/08 18:50

Just checking in Gabe, glad to hear about your movements with purpose! Snow’s coming, The Bag is going to be opening soon…

heidi 09/09/08 19:02

i saw this bike yesterday in downtown northampton that was locked, with a cable lock, around the rear rack. only the rear rack was locked.

tonight i saw my professor riding his bike with a funny hat on and his mustache sticking beyond the edges of it. he had a cute basket.

there’s a bike path that starts about two blocks from my house. it takes me across the connecticut river, through corn fields, farm lands, and streams, and all the way to amherst. it only crosses over streets 3 times!

these are just some pleasant bike moments i’ve had recently that i wanted to share with you. keep up the good work, gabe!

Pat Pasco 09/09/08 19:24

Hey Gabe, it’s really great to see the amazing support you have. We all know you’re a strong dude, and you’ll get through this. NY misses you. Keep up the progress! See you soon.

Ed 09/09/09 07:34

Hear my mind Gabe! Way to go!

Callie 09/09/09 18:30

Gabe- I don’t know you all grown up. I remember seeing you at my Aunt Marilyn’s (Doe) when you were the cutest little boy! I see from the postings you went way beyond Winterport & have made quite an impression on the world. I pray for a quick recovery that will let you get back to living your life.

ann 09/09/10 08:03

Hi Donna, I got in touch with a friend of mine from ME Medical Assoc. She works with the Emerg. Docs who in turn have many contacts thru Lifeflight of Maine. She had 3 questions: 1st and most annoying is if Gabe has insurance for this type of coverage, 2nd was what hospital he is in (we know that) and 3rd what facility are you looking at in Boston? She has brought up the question at their meeting which took place last night. I think they would be willing to help if you have not made other arrangements. Just let me know. E-mail me back at this address if you get the messeage today, otherwise let Diana know this weekend (as I’ll be away) and I will follow up for you. Wishing you and Gabe the best. Sounds as if he’s progressing all the time. Most excellent!!! Ann

Virginia 09/09/10 10:26

Gabe! It’s Virginia, from Blender.
We were in SF at the same time! I wish we were hanging out, instead of you spending all that time in a hospital bed…

I’m thinking happy, healthy thoughts for you, and know you’ll get better soon.

Take care, best wishes.
-VS

Fran and Vicky Lee 09/09/10 10:51

Sweet to hear of the progress Gabe is making. Keep grabbing Gabe! I wish I knew of a place for you guys out there. Have you checked out a Ronald MacDonald housing? Or equivalent. When is Summer’s event going to happen..hope we can go. Energy and love sent to all of you.

Town of Winterport 09/09/10 12:41

Gabe, everyone in the town of winterport is praying for your swift recovery

Shannon 09/09/10 14:25

Big hugs to from all of us here, we love you are are cheering you on all the time! Keep up the amazing recovery!

The Batticks 09/09/10 16:25

Gabe,
So glad to hear of your recent progress….way to go breathing on your own—Keep up the good work! We’re all cheering for you.
G&G&J

Derek & Kathy White, Winterport 09/09/10 17:37

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you through this challenging time. Keep the faith and know that we believe in Gabe’s strength and determination. Good news on his progress. Baby step by baby step will build up to major steps toward recovery. God bless you all.

Kayla 09/09/10 18:09

Keep pushing on you are getting stronger…we are all thinking of you!

xoxo from Kansas

Allison 09/09/10 21:05

GUTEN TAG, GABE!

3bazuka 09/09/11 12:54

Gabe,

I hope you recover quickly and get back in the saddle. Most of these people leaving comments don’t know you, Including myself. but hopefully all of these comments and wishes will let you know that we are all one community and we genuinely care about the people in it. Once your better and you make it out to LA hit me up and let’s ride!!! If you need somewhere to stay, you can crash at my pad as well..

Warmest Regards,

Joseph

Jarrod 09/09/11 13:08

i was in a coma for nearly two months. my head went through a windshield. it took me three years to fully recover. three hard, hard years. but i’m better now. maybe better than before the accident. my outlook on life is a little sweeter. everything is a little more beautiful. pull through, man. there’s no other choice.

ofamountain 09/09/11 15:40

Please get better soon! Time off the bike sucks!

Mary and Greg Goodman 09/09/11 16:30

Dear Donna and Mike,
Just learned of Gabes bike accident. Our prayers are with you all at the difficult time. Truly know that we are here for you and if there is anything we can do at home in Maine please call on us. My son Ryan was in a terrible accident two yrs ago and it hurts us as parents so much to see our children in such an unempowered state of health and mind, but have faith as we did that Gabe is strong with great healing and supportive energy pouring in from all his loving family and friends, as this site shows, and he will pull through this.
Sincerely, Mary and Greg Goodman
Winterport, Maine

Deej and Jim Patterson 09/09/11 17:03

Gabe, Donna, Mike, and Summer

We are following Gabe’s progress with great hope and many prayers. He is in our thoughts daily and we are with you all in spirit.

We are so appreciative of the thoughtful blogs you are posting, and we send you our very best healing wishes and love.

Deej and Jim Patterson
Winterport, ME

Jessie Gower 09/09/11 17:11

I just learned about Gabe’s accident today, and I am keeping Gabe, Donna, Summer, Mike in my thoughts, sending healing intentions your way.
Jessie Gower
Winterport

Judy Cuddy 09/09/11 17:23

Thinking of you often, with hope and love. It is so good for Gabe to hear your voices and feel your strength and support. Ann’s contact at Maine Med Assoc sound great – if that does not pan out, can someone call me and I’ll check through my former office, to see if they know of anything that would help?

Katlyn 09/09/11 21:50

Gabe-
you’re a trooper, man. I know I told you today at yer bedside, but I got to eat dinner with your mom and kieire last night. It was awesome. It’s good to hear a new voice in the room aye?

love you man,

Katlyn

mike Allen 09/09/12 06:56

some good news on the Gabe! Last night he started tracking objects with his eyes..actually following Nick Ponzis Moose doll as Donna moved it in front of him Very good progress!! Keep going Gabe!
He also has been moved put of ICU to the next level down where he has to share a nurse. Little steps forward… your prayers are heard.. Will write more later.
Mike the Dad

Meg 09/09/12 10:40

Good morning sunshine!

Kalim 09/09/12 10:56

Getting ready to ride the NYC century and thinking of how much I enjoyed riding with you and your crew the last few years. Thinking of you and your fam and wishing you a speedy recovery!

Laura Louise 09/09/12 11:07

Keep on tracking, Gabe!

Summer 09/09/12 12:55

Hi Gabe,

I will see you in one week! I wonder if you will see me? Anyway, if I steal the ice cream truck I just heard outside my window I can be in SF even earlier than a week, plus you will have so many popsicles you won’t even know what to do. I will go see if the driver will fall for the “Look over there!” trick that you love so much.

xoxo

Kathleen 09/09/12 13:00

Absolutely wonderful to hear of the move out of ICU – sometimes a downward move is actually a good thing. Gabe, you are incredibly fortunate to have all these friends – which you of course have earned, because that’s how we acquire friends – but you also appear to have an amazing family. You are guaranteed a good recovery for that very reason.

Wishing you well. Holler if you get tired of the moose and prefer to track a cat or something.

Kathleen

mike Allen 09/09/12 13:16

if anyone has a stuffed cupcake ( like a stuffed animal)- I am sure Gabe would like it. I think his favorite is a spinach cupcake. I am going to learn how to sew and try to make him one if no one comes forward with one.
Gabe.. we think of ya 25 hours a day!!!!!
Mike the Dad

joon 09/09/12 13:25

Dear Summer, Mom, and Dad,
As someone who has watched a loved one (my precious niece) sit in a coma for 68 days (with no movement, eye openings, etc) I can say without reproach, even though Gabe needs the positive support, you guys are the conscious sufferers at this point. I wish Gabe all the luck he needs, but really, right now, I just wish I could hug you guys, and tell you how much I feel for what you are going through. BIG TEXAS HUG. Hang in there. He has come so far, and you guys are supported by all of us too. Gabe is loved, and let that love spill over into your lives.
I am thinking about you guys everyday with love and support.
You don’t know me, but it doesn’t matter. We still are in this together.
So, I left my message for Gabe, this one is for you guys. I look forward to you all coming down so I can show you around.
Texas sized love coming your way.
joon

joon 09/09/12 13:27

oh, and btw, my niece not only made it, she is wonderful.
not the same, but somehow better after facing not having her at all.
every day is precious, every moment wonderful.
wishing that for you.
my best.

Jaimi 09/09/12 17:05

I only met Gabe a few times up in Orono (yay for fellow Mac users!), but I am holding him and all his family in the light. (I had a friend use this Quaker expression when another was having emergency surgery, and I quite liked it.)

Nathan 09/09/13 05:57

Gabe,

Our thoughts and hearts are with you man. Sending you some healing prayer.

The Stork's in Maine 09/09/13 09:03

Just heard the news today and we are thinking of all of you. There is a key with Gabe’s name on it to the gym when he is ready for some rehab work close to home. Powerful positive thoughts are coming your way from the both of us.

Judy Cuddy 09/09/13 19:32

Any progress on finding an apartment? I’ll look for Mike at Rosie’s tomorrow. Thinking of all of you and hoping Mike, Donna, Summer and Kiere are able to get some rest to stay strong.

Danny 09/09/14 15:45

Get better dude! We don’t know each other that well but there’s a Gabe-shaped hole in NY.

heidi 09/09/14 20:06

still thinking about you every day gabe!

isaac 09/09/14 23:00

when this is all a distant memory, you should really think about making a bicycle trip to the ‘burgh. it’s the cupcake capital of america. it has enough demand to support two different local gourmet cupcake store chains in a town of barely a quarter of a million people. and the in-city bike paths give you a pleasant tour of all the local prisons. in any event, the cup is at least half full.

Judit Revesz 09/09/15 08:57

Dear Gabe,
I have been thinking about you and sending lots of healing energy from NY! I trust that you feel all the love and caring around you and you will get better!
With our love…

Jim (Milford, Maine) 09/09/15 17:34

Hello to all,

Stopped by Winterport Boot this weekend and was told the sad news about Gabe. Mike told me about everything and how hard it’s been on all, which is very understandable. I just wanted you all to know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. This from a book called the Best Advise Ever Given. Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up. – Thomas Edison. So tell Gabe to hang in there and not give up because recovery is just ahead.

Rob Lomblad 09/09/15 18:11

Keep on getting better everyday, Gabe. Keep it up.

Judy Cuddy 09/09/16 08:37

Donna – if I can do anything, pls email at judy_cuddy@yahoo.com or call 223-4043/cell 735-5043. Sending good thoughts for you all and hoping there continue to be small improvements – they give such hope.

mahsee 09/09/16 13:11

Hi Gabe,

Thinking of you every day. I miss you a lot today though…get better so we can laugh soon, you always make me laugh so hard! I was remembering the bang bang bang song in the back of the blazer today, you had me laughing so hard I was crying. I can’t wait for you to do that again. Stay strong, sending love and good vibes your way.

Love,
M~

ann 09/09/17 08:33

Hi Donna,
Here is one of the links sent by a friend at Me Medical Assoc. I guess everything is worth a look. clevelandclinicfacts.org
Hope it’s helpful and things are improving for Gabe little by little every day! I keep in touch with Diana to stay updated and check the website as often as possible. Love to all of you. Give that sweetie a hug! Ann

Kayla 09/09/17 19:02

Hey Gabe! We are thinking of you everyday. I remember when you visited us in early August. You said ” this kitchen makes me want to cook”. I think of that every time i am in my kitchen and it makes me smile. I’m no chef but i whipped up a pretty darn good spaghetti dinner with some italian french bread…thought you’d be proud! haha. Stay strong. Love to you and all the family!

Shannon 09/09/18 03:45

MIKE,

Found a plush cupcake online (non spinach though), looks pretty tasty – here is the website!

http://www.birthdayexpress.com/browse/Birthday-Party-Supplies/Plush/_/N-29ZiZx/results1.aspx

Love to you all,

Shannon

Laura Louise 09/09/18 19:04

Hi Gabe,

Good to hear from Aunt Donna that you are safely arrived in your new location. You and Tom both have quite a time of it being 6′6″ tall! I’m glad they could get you the proper-sized bed. I can only imagine how good Summer will feel when she gets back to SF and see how much wider you are opening your eyes now. It makes me smile to read of it.

Much love,
Laura

mike the dad 09/09/18 20:06

It is beyond belief. I have been in Maine holding the extended family together, while Summer, Kierie and Donna have spent countless hours caring,overseeing,directing,worrying,researching,communicating,and so much more; while the Gabe Community has been tuning in and supporting in many different ways. The progress that my severely injured son has made these past
5 weeks is phenomenal. I saw Gabe the day after the accident, and I almost lost it. I knew he is strong, but I must
say I read and listened to every word all of you out there wrote and spoke. That kept me sane for the past weeks. I know D,S & K feel the same. Gabe has a long road ahead, and your involvement in his recovery is even more important now. There is little more important to a parent to see that his or her child is
loved by so many in so many places.
I Thank you All.
Forever , Mike the Dad.
Go Gabe!!!!!

heidi 09/09/19 08:05

It’s great to read that Gabe is going to be in, what sounds like, such wonderful, thoughtful care. I can’t even imagine what you’re all going through right now, but I am so awed by your strength. Without it, Gabe wouldn’t be making so much progress! I’m looking forward to the day when we can look back on this with Gabe over burritos and cupcakes.

Gloria 09/09/19 11:15

Dear Donna,

I was stunned today to hear the news of Gabe’s accident. I have been reading all of your posts and am quite overcome with many emotions, but mostly amazement at the progress that Gabe is making. I truly believe that all of the good that someone does in their life comes back to them in due time and I know that Gabe will be the recipient of the many countless blessings that he and his family have created in this world.

I am thinking of all of you, and will keep you in my prayers.

Our love to you,
Gloria, Lew, Evan & Nate Aurelio
Winterport

The Rizza Family-Winterport 09/09/20 04:08

Dear Donna..The Rizza Family prayers continue from Winterport. We continue to read all of your post updates and our love goes out to your family and Gabe. Blessings to all of you.
Susan, Charlie, Cindy & Joey Rizza
Winterport

Emily 09/09/20 07:55

Gabe:
Make sure your pillow is set to toaster pastry. That will make it all the more comfortable. Plus, you’ll wake up smelling like sugar and butter. Yum.

I think about you every day. I was driving to Belfast last weekend and saw a sign on the sidewalk in downtown Winterport that said getbettergabe.com. I’ve had two incredibly vivid dreams about you, both of which ended with you getting up and going for a walk with me. In the second one you said that you thought you overslept pretty bad. We all need to sleep in sometimes. Some more than others.

Your party here in the Bangor on October 2 is going to rock. All my love to you, Mike, Donna, Kierie and dearest Summ. Everything is encouraging. I can’t wait to see you. Hearts.

Inge 09/09/20 09:45

Hearts too!

Kayla 09/09/20 10:49

Glad to hear the move was successfull! This is a big step! You have overcome so much! Love from Kansas!

Batson 09/09/20 13:40

I hope you are doing well today Gabe. Wishing all the best,

Dan.

andras revesz 09/09/21 01:11

hearts three!

Fran and Vicky Lee 09/09/21 07:04

So pleased the move went well and the weekend hopefully found you all in more of a routine of days to follow. Sounds like Gabe is progressing well…more love sent to all of you today. It is a beautiful Maine Day with Fall colors starting to peek through…keep those memories alive Gabe, especially your beautiful farm house in Maine.
Vicky

meg 09/09/21 11:17

GABE ON THE MOVE!
So glad to hear you are in a more comfortable place and starting to work on the hard stuff! You can do it Gabe! Looking forward to visiting in the upcoming weeks. Be well Gabe. I love you big time.
~meg

Gina Niles 09/09/21 18:37

I was so saddened to hear about Gabe. Gabe and I attended school together from pre-school to senior year. What a great guy! I was thinking back in Mrs. Duffy’s second grade class when Gabe and Tony, at snack time would take there pkg. of fruit snacks and smoosh them all together…roll them in a rainbow colored ball and eat them. I always thought they were both so wierd, but they sure did make me laugh….a lot!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you face the days ahead! I believe angels are watching over Gabe…and though it may be a slow recovery….everyday WILL get better!
Gina Doble (Niles)

Katie Ingram 09/09/21 20:32

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I’m so happy for the progress you’re making and will continue to send my positive healing thoughts your way. Wishing you the best of luck on your road to recovery!

Katie Ingram

Ali 09/09/21 21:58

Gabe! You’re rockin’ it!! I’m so proud of you. Keep it up! I’ll be coming to check on you in the next month or so. I heard there is this really cool bridge in San Fran that I’ve been wanting to see:) Can’t wait! Love ya,
ali

Becky 09/09/22 06:10

Dear Gabe – I wish you a speedy recovery I know that you will challenge your doctors!

Dear Summer & Fam – Stay strong. You are in my thoughts!

Mel Braverman 09/09/22 13:10

Gabe,
You are the product of a strong and talented mom and a bright and solid citizen
dad who gave you all the right genes. In Maine the apple never falls far from the trees. Your heritage will help you in your recovery. May it be soon and as easy as possible.

Kevin Sigler 09/09/22 15:43

Prayers from the San Francisco North Bay Area, Get Better Gabe,

Marilyn’s littler brother

Marilyn Doe 09/09/22 17:55

Just saw the note about a stuffed spinach cupcake request from the dad. I’m on it, will have a beaut done and on the way to S.F. on Monday morning.

Shannon 09/09/23 02:07

Gabe,

Thinking of you and sending you lots of hugs as you continue to work very hard at your recovery!!!

Diana Ledger 09/09/23 05:58

Hi Gabe, It’s Diana wishing you the best in your new location–sounds like you will have a wonderful team of therapists to help you on your road to recovery!
We love you and think about you often…keep up the good work!
Di

Ed 09/09/23 07:29

Hear my mind Gabe! Goldsprints is good PT!

Amanda 09/09/23 12:56

Great seeing you this weekend Gabe! Looks like you’re getting fawned over by all manner of doctors and nurses over there. Don’t get too used to it–the rest of us would rather you’re back East hanging out.

Oh and once you can eat cupcakes again, the taqueria near your family’s ex-place near SF General has great Horchada ones you should check out.

Stay strong and good luck with the continuing recovery,
~Amanda

Donna Hersey 09/09/24 09:33

Dear Gabe, Well you will have plenty to do on your road to recoery between your therapy and trying to get caught up on all of this email. And don’t forget…”never refuse your dad’s cooking”. Wish he could cook for you now as I’m sure does he.
I think and ask about you from Allan on a daily basis. I’ll be happy when they say you are up on your feet as we all will.

My love to you, your wonderful girl, and your mom and dad. Prayers are always on the way…LOVE Donna Hersey

mahsee 09/09/24 18:19

Hey Gabe,

Keep trying really hard. We think of you every day.

Love,

M~

Sarah Goodyear 09/09/25 07:39

Gabe,

I don’t know you, but heard about your crash from some people I follow on Twitter. I blog for Streetsblog about biking in NY and other stuff. So in that way, we’re connected.

I have been so moved by your story and by the immense support you are receiving from family and friends. It’s an incredible testament to the kind of person you obviously are.

So, these are well wishes from a concerned stranger to Gabe and all who love him.

Heal and grow strong. I hope we meet for real some day.

Sarah

Inge 09/09/25 08:49

a little of speech today,
a little of movement tomorrow,
a little of laughter and full-on hugs in the near future,
with enough rest in between
keep working hard gabe, kierie, donna, and everyone involved.
big hearts,
inge

Derek 09/09/25 11:06

Your progressing recovery is an inspiration to me as well as everyone else I would imagine.

Keep healing. My thoughts are with you.

Derek

Jenna Pitula Clisham 09/09/25 20:05

Hi Gabe – John and I have been keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. I work at a small school in Topanga, CA and today we had 3 old Mac G4 Towers donated and it made me think of you! You and John are the Mac Geniuses lingering in the back of my mind…I always know if I have a question you guys will have the answer! When did G4’s come out anyways, 1999?

Love from LA! Jenna

Amy B. 09/09/25 20:16

Gabe… I’ve been thinking about you, holding you in thoughts and prayers. But tonight you seem to be right at the front of my thoughts, pushing past the absurd clutter of my brain and saying “don’t forget about me!” I haven’t, and I won’t. Love to you and your family.

Amy

Robyn DesLauriers 09/09/26 00:34

Donna, Mike, Summer and of course Gabe, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Every day there will be a new small victory to celebrate and a challenge to face. Gabe your progress is remarkable and you will do amazing things! It can be a long scary road but love, happy thoughts and prayers, I found, make it easier. You have awesome cheerleaders Gabe keep up the hard work!

Gui 09/09/26 09:14

Hey Gabe, I hope you’re enjoying your new location and so glad that you’ve started rehabilitating. …Many small victories, I like that idea, it seems like the path to steady progress. We want you to succeed in this and send thoughtful encouragement every day, wish you all the strength and fortitude in the world, and maybe a bit of good luck to boot.

Kayla 09/09/26 09:30

Hey Gabe! You are doing so great. We are so pleased to here on all the hard work you doing to better youtself at your new location. Keep it up! You are in our prayers!

Kathleen 09/09/26 10:18

The latest post is a beautiful one. There is a reason why Gabe is bringing out the best in everyone… family, friends, close and peripheral. It may be a cliché, but what goes around… really does seem to “cycle back”. Community really makes a difference, too. Continued good wishes for the rehab. It takes patience, no matter what the source of the condition is, but it works. A well-nourished brain and body will definitely rise to the occasion. That is already clear.

Best,

Kathleen

Meredith 09/09/26 17:20

Hi Gabe,

It’s your former downstairs neighbor. Robert across the way just told me what had happened to you because I did not see you at your apartment for a long time and became concerned. I am very sad that you have been injured and have had to go through so much, but I am glad to hear from your loved ones on this site that you are progressing. I am taking care of your plants now, and I am sending my best wishes for your recovery. Get better, Gabe.

-Meredith

Marilyn Doe 09/09/26 19:10

Hi Gabe, I’m sewing like mad on the Spinach Muffin your Dad mentioned he’d like you to have. It has been a fun project, you would have had a great laugh listening to Robbie and Kippy debating the engineering of the cupcake paper. Kippy got out the calculator and finally cut out the paper pattern, in exact proportions to the “Muffin top” I think Robbie popped open a beer and left the premises. MOre later, Marilyn

Jill Sleight 09/09/27 18:08

Gabe and family, we’re thinking of you- lots of love and well-wishes from CT!

Katlyn 09/09/28 07:19

love you guys

Rosanna 09/09/28 09:31

Hi Summer and family,

I have been reading all the postings and clearly, Gabe and the Allen family have a wonderful networking of family and friends. Since I first heard of Gabe’s accident, I have thought of him and the family daily sending as many good thoughts and positive energy as I can. I know that the positive energy, love and support that is out there for Gabe is making the difference. Summer, I know it has been so important for you to be there with Gabe and your family, but I will be anxious to see you back in Maine where I can personally give you a big, big hug.

Meredith 09/09/28 10:23

Dear Gabe’s Family,

It’s Gabe’s former downstairs neighbor from Long Island City and there is a bit of mail for him in our collective mailbox. If you want me to forward it to you, please e-mail me at fuzzyblue1977@yahoo.se. Thanks!

Christensen Family 09/09/28 12:42

Ran into Mike today and heard the news. I remember times when the kids were just babies and now how far they have come. Life takes many bends and turns, we never know what is in store for us around each corner. Keep the positive energy going, keep working on retraining those brain cells and we will continue to pray for Gabe’s recovery. May God Bless You!

Jean 09/09/29 19:38

Glad to hear Gabe is continuing to make progress and showing improvement in many areas. It’s great that you have so many friends out there in the Bay area and are being well taken care of. Thinking of you all and hoping you’ll be back home in Maine soon. Love, Jean

Laurel 09/09/30 16:49

Hugs and Thumbs Up from Winterport

love,
Laurel

Ali 09/09/30 23:48

Yay!!! Way to go Gabe! I know you needed the rest but I’m sure glad your “nap” is over. Now the real fun begins! I’ll be thinking about you every step of the way G-diddy!!!
love,
ali

mahsee 09/10/01 05:12

HOORAY!!! I KNEW you would do it! This is the best news ever!

love,

M~

Summer 09/10/01 06:13

Gabe!

You bum! You waited until one day after I left SF again to start really rocking out. Did you do that just to make me start planning another trip back out?
So excited! And your gigantic party in Bangor tomorrow is well-timed with your wakeage-uppage. LOVE YOU, LITTLE BRO!

xoxoxoxoxoxox

Shannon 09/10/01 06:17

You are doing AMAZING Gabe!!! We have some strong fighters in our family

Much love and hugs!!!

Alex 09/10/01 06:42

Awesome job, Gabe!! you’re kickin ASS!!!

Laura Louise 09/10/01 06:50

Gabe, so good to hear you’re waking up now!

Love,
Laura

joon 09/10/01 07:14

Hip Hop HOOOOOOOORAAAAAAAAAAAAY!

Colleen 09/10/01 11:06

I’m SOOO HAPPY! I’m doing the chicken dance for you right now!!

Justin 09/10/01 11:25

Gabe,

I know you can’t keep a good winterport or Hampden boy down.. I have been there man and the only advice I have is to Never compromise or let them tell you the odds or subjective limitations. Your one in a million and you will improve to your expectations.

–justin

Chad Arsenault 09/10/01 12:02

Yatta!!!

Patricia Hand 09/10/01 14:08

Just read about the benefit tomorrow night in the “Weekly” paper in Bangor, Me. I dont know Gabe or his family, but I am so touched by all the comments and what he is going through, just want to send my regards and positive thoughts as he makes a full recovery. Hope the benefit is a huge success!

Larry 09/10/01 16:46

Way to go Gabe! Keep it up!

Amanda Eaton 09/10/01 18:20

Gabe!
It’s your old neighbor from Penobscot Street! I’m sending you good energy from Chicago. You can do it!
xo
Amanda

Nate Shea 09/10/01 20:26

Hey Gabe and family,
Keep up the good work! I look forward to hearing what your “first” words will be, Gabe. I will be enjoying some of the festivities tomorrow night at Paddy Murphy’s in your honor.

Best wishes,
Nate Shea

Aerin 09/10/02 05:17

Yay Gabe!! Keep pushing dude, you can do it! We’re all incredibly proud of you!

twacy 09/10/02 08:44

o hi faheets! guess who i’m bringing to your shindig of love tonight? BRENDAN! o yes o yes we gonna make you some kinda wicked proud.

Rachael 09/10/02 09:27

Gabe,
Hooray for waking up! You & I know it’s the prayers of the Chosen People that really helped. I’ll take the credit, thanks.

But seriously, you are so strong & have such loving people around you, it’s no surprise that you’re on your way to recovery!

We are celebrating up in Maine & sending you beautiful visions of crisp autumn sunshine on a rainbow of leaves. Much love!

Cosme Del Rosario-Bell 09/10/02 11:04

Gabe! Its so glad to hear you are awake. You are a f’ing beast man. Im in Maine and wish I could go to your party but alas I don’t have a ride. Anyway its good to see that you are doing well and I can’t wait to get back on the road with you. Kierie, Gabe’s mom and friends thanks for being so strong and showing this great guy such love and support.

mahsee 09/10/02 13:33

Tonight is going to be Gabetastic! The only way it could be any better is if you were there with us, spinnin, eating cuppycakes & partaking of deliciously cold beverages! I even heard rumor of some mouth martinis in your honor…Keep getting better so we can do all this fun stuff with you!

love,

M~

Uther 09/10/02 21:26

I still think about that party at your house I stumbled upon. Not knowing anyone, you smiled at me, handed me a beer, and told me to enjoy myself. I can’t wait to repay that favor.

Diana Ledger 09/10/03 16:49

Hi Gabe, Donna, Mike and Keiri, we all went to the party last night (Diana, Jack, Dan, Jane, Steve, Ann, and Amy) What a great party! We saw Summer and Larry and Allison…there were a ton of cupcakes (we brought some too)also saw Fran and Vicki and spoke briefly to them…it must have been successful in terms of making money for Gabe, and fun, as well. It was great to hear about Gabe’s progress and read about it. Keep up the good work! Miss you all!
Love,
Di

Allison 09/10/05 04:17

Gabe,
Your party was super awesome, I can’t wait for you to see all of the sweet video messages that we left for you to watch over and over and over again! Special thanks to Sheridan for video taping for you. You wont believe the amount of cup cakes consumed in your honor, it was so much fun. So many people came to support you, it was like being at Penobscot St. again. Much love to you!

ann 09/10/05 06:33

Hi Gabe, Attended your party Friday night at Paddy Murphy’s. It was great to see Summer and the awesome number of friends you have. What an incredible number of people love and support you!! Keep up the amazing progress. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you and your family!! Stay Strong!! Ann

Mindy 09/10/05 06:56

Hey Gabe!
Cait and I drove up to the AMAZING fundraiser Summer et al organized for you Friday at Paddy Murphy’s…so many people came out to support and it was clear how much you are loved! Glad to hear you are making such great progress — keep it up man!
XO, Mindy

Emily 09/10/05 07:27

I’m guessing there were at least like two hundred cupcakes at the party. Probably more. Also, I hope you enjoy my drunken video messages. I drank all kinds of ridiculous things in your honor. I made you cow print cupcakes, but the bottom of the pan that I had them in fell out as I was walking over to the bar. As of Saturday evening, they were still all over the parkway between Central and Franklin. There are some happy squirrels out there. I wish you could have been there. But you will be soon enough. Love to you and to everyone.

Sheila E. Dieckmann 09/10/05 14:01

Hi Gabe,

I know we don’t know each other well but I just wanted to wish you a quick recovery and from the sounds of it you are on your way. Take Care

Adam Kirkland 09/10/06 18:07

Hey Gabe! Your party was fantastic! It was a UMaine reunion party for me, and I had a great time dancing and clinking a few beers together with so many of your friends. I think I signed a piece of paper, but the words were so incoherent from all the cupcakes I ate, I doubt anyone will be able to make it out (including me.) I know you are proud of your sister — Summer put together one of the best bashes in that city’s history. I know I’ll be talking about it for a long while to come. I can’t wait to see you again man. Drinking a beer at Woodman’s for ya tonight. Best wishes and much love.

Kayla 09/10/06 19:03

Hey Gabe! You are doing an awesome job! Keep it up! I will have to see what this Bonzey moose looks likes! Love you all!

mike the dad 09/10/07 10:24

Gab.. Sum and all her/your/our friends did an AWESOME job at your bash.Perhaps the Guiness Book will start a new category for most cupcakes assembled in an area on the planet!
Today I will give you a great shave so we can see that smile progress!!
I’m with ya, my buddy! Love ya, man!

Meg 09/10/07 10:58

GABE! HELLO! GABE? its meg, im missing you and feeling sad about being on the West coast when i really wanted to be at your party!
sigh……
I will see you soon, have plane tickets and will be in SF next month to see you!
~Mweg

Josh Atwood 09/10/08 07:17

Hi Gabe,

Sorry to hear about your accident- best wishes for a speedy coagulation!

-Josh

Meredith 09/10/08 08:12

Hi Gabe,

So glad you are making progress!!! I know you are working very hard to get better, and you are an inspiration! Your plants are doing ok; I brought them down to my patio so I can keep a closer watch on them. We here at your old apartment building are all rooting for you.

-Meredith

Shannon 09/10/08 20:26

Hey Gabe,

Thought I’d let ya know that Adrian finally ate mashed potatoes the other night. He only ate a few small bites – but we were happy with that. He is however eating more and new table foods everyday. He is now 15 months (12 adjusted), I can hardly believe it.

We love you bunches, keep up the hard work!!!

Kendra 09/10/09 07:26

Hey Gabe,

I was very sorry to hear about your accident. I don’t know if you knew this but Brent Richardson was in a bad car crash and was in a coma and had brain damage as well, but he’s doing great! Going to school and everything! I know you are going to be just fine.
Love, -Kendra

Marie Parent Chausse 09/10/09 09:51

Dear Allen Family, so sorry to hear of Gabe’s accident. Elated to find that he is doing better. Sending prayers and strength for all of you. Stu, Jeannette,lee, gary, marie Parent

Phillip G. Pitula 09/10/09 11:20

I wanted to make everyone aware of a fund raiser that will be held at My Fork Bar & Grill in downtown Winterport on Sunday, November 8th from 1 until 4 p.m. Three local bands have donated their time to provide entertainment in the hopes of raising as much money as possible to help Gabe. $5.00 admission all going to this worthy cause.

Ali 09/10/10 21:39

It’s Gabe day tomorrow in Austin!! Everyone will be eating pancakes and sending good vibes:) Yay!

Celeste 09/10/10 21:47

Gabe,
Tomorrow my friend and I will be eating pancakes in Austin Tx for a funraiser for you. Even way over here in Tx people are thinking about you, sending you healing thoughts. Every bite of pancake I take will be a bite into removing the obstacles facing you as you regain yourself, your life, and the inner Will to retain who you are.

Katlyn 09/10/12 11:36

gabe– my thoughts are with ya everyday man.

xo katlyn

mike the dad 09/10/12 15:05

Ill le Donna or Kierie take center stage with the main blogodome. I just flew back Sun nite from SF. Gabe’s eyes were open and gave me a good handgrip as I left his side. I ve been with him for a week and have seen changes in him. I look in his eyes, and yes, there is someone there! He is more alert for longer times, and responds better to his PT/OT and speech gurus.

mike the dad 09/10/12 15:09

cont’d. Good swallowing skills are a prerequisite to removing the trach and then the feeding tube. Then Gabe will be able to sit up and be in a wheelchair. That also assumes his pelvic x ray is ok.
So,while he has a very long way to go, he is making noticeable progress. The members of his alternative universe afre being heard.. Keep it up Thanks

mahsee 09/10/13 15:24

You are doing great! Mucho mucho love!

M~

Anna 09/10/13 17:52

Hi Gabe! Brendan and I are so happy to hear of your constantly growing wakefulness and healing. You are fondly remembered for the great parties by the river with lots of musical friends. I hope you’ve got some decent music to listen out there! Let me know if you need more. Really.
Love, Anna

Inge 09/10/13 17:59

WHOOOOOO!! Keep kickin them legs Gabe! And kisses too.
love
Inge

Amanda 09/10/13 19:16

yo Gabe! great progress! though i’d be sad to not overlap with you on either coast, i do hope you get to go home in December rather than March.

Dima 09/10/14 00:15

hey gabe. glad to see you’re doing better.
this made me think of you. hope you enjoy it soon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5BPQhDPJ2s

Kierie 09/10/15 12:23

^ that is incredible.

Diana Ledger 09/10/15 12:46

Wow, I am very impressed with all of Gabe’s progress! Had dinner with Mike and Summer last night Panda Garden and they also updated Jack and I on Gabe’s progress, too–he really is moving along! Keep up the good work!
Lots of Love,
Di

Micah Fenwick 09/10/20 09:59

Gabe was shocked to hear what has happened and what you’ve been through and so glad to hear your gonna pull through,sounds like you got alot of support which doesn’t surprise me knowing what a cool cat you are,so my thoughts and wishes go out to you and best of luck with your recovery..Micah

Inge 09/10/20 10:52

Gabe I made some chocolate cupcakes from the mix Kierie gave me. They are delicious. Sending some chocolate vibes your way.
Inge

Diana Ledger 09/10/21 08:12

Hi Gabe! Hope you are able to have more rides in the wheel chair–it must be wonderful to go outside and be up and about, out of bed! And getting up and about is a strong motivator for progress in other areas of your recovery.
Love you!
Di

Patty, Sasha's mom 09/10/24 10:16

Hi Gabe, I only met you twice. Once at Thanksgiving a couple years ago at my daughters house and then this past summer in Bangor, Pickering Square, a music festival. I know your sister thinks the world of you.
A number of years ago, my daughter, Sasha, had two bike accidents in NYC. Not too serious but it gave me the chills (the mom thing). I have been thinking hard about that and about you these past several months. I am keeping track of your progress and am happy to hear you are progressing well! Wishing you the very best! I’m checking in often.
Patty Alcott, Sasha’s mom

heidi 09/10/24 19:24

miss you dude! i’m going to be in san francisco in january. i’m hoping you’ll be back east by then, but if you’re still there i’m going to come visit!

Tracy Reeves 09/10/25 06:50

Dear Gabe and Family,
I just read the prayer request in the Hampden Highlands UMC newsletter! I just want you all to know that the church I now serve (North Brewer-Eddington UMC) and I will be praying for you too. I remember so well all the antics of LITTLE Gabe and Summer oh so many years ago in the church AND in school and of course I miss Marion deeply. Sending healing thoughts and prayers your way! epoG (enthusiastic person of God), Tracy

Shannon 09/10/25 14:16

We’re thinking of you, keep on keepin on – much love!!!

Ali 09/10/25 20:04

How’s that California sun treatin’ ya Gabe? Thinking about you!! Soak some up for me:)

justin 09/10/27 09:15

Gabe, good to read you are working hardand doing better! I know first hand what it is like to be trapped in your own head and have to learn incrementally to control and communicate with your body, and everybody, all over again. If you get frustrated just remember that it takes us at least the first four years of our lives to learn how to communicate well. Keep up the awesome work!

–justin

mahsee 09/10/27 17:05

Hey Gabe,

Debbie had twin boys, Aiden and Colton. Wow huh? I wish you were here to toast to the Carson family, but we will when you get back. I am sending strong thoughts to you, keep up the good work! Much love,

M~

mike the dad 09/10/27 19:38

Gabe, first, even though you’re 3000 miles away from me, I am with you continually. You are progressing in “gabestyle” and you are truly blessed by having Donna and Kierie at your side, and the hundreds of people supporting you in all different ways. I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH;you better be ready for the onslaught of hugs when you get back east.

dy lan 09/10/27 22:41

ahhhh gabe i´m so proud of u. i miss u and i can´t wait to kick it with u. Still in cuba with barely any way of communicating back to the states but i wanted to say how amazing u are and now u and i have more things in common besides loving queens the best boro in the world right behind the bronx, brooklyn and manhattan but right above staten island

Kierie 09/10/29 00:37

^does that warrant an emoticon in his honor?!

Summer 09/10/29 05:48

Gabe,

‘Tis the season for tricks & treats. I know you love costumes, so I will keep an eye out for excellent ones to share with you later. I will have Larry drink some pumpkin ales for you this weekend. Also perhaps I will hide some Halloween treats in the freezer like when we were kids. We’ll see how long anything lasts in there

Love You!
Your Favorite Sister xoxo

Emily 09/10/29 08:27

such fabulous news! i am overjoyed. you are rocking the party so hard. everyone is eagerly anticipating your next big step. each one gets you closer to home. much love.

Heather Leigh 09/10/29 09:46

I cried tears of joy reading the most recent posts of recovery! Gabe-such an unbelievable human being and I’m so proud and impressed with such swift progress! Keep it up my friend! It sounds like you have a pretty amazing support system!

Bernie 09/10/29 12:40

This is just super fantastic. Yes, yes, yes! Loving these posts, Kierie. Thanks so much. My favorite? For “move his hand,” he took the placard from the therapist! A true Gabe-ism.

Gabe, keep up the good work, my friend. Your progress is an inspiration to us all.

mike Allen 09/10/29 14:32

=-O

Diana Ledger 09/10/29 16:46

Ready Set Read–Excellent! Now he is really on his way–reading is a great way to motivate–pass the time–and speed up recovery–Gabe is really doing fantastic!
Keep up the great work!
Diana, Jack and Dan

Mary Goodman 09/10/29 20:40

We continue to follow Gabes wonderful progress! So much love and so many prayers sent his way thru this website and communal gatherings, he will be back East very soon! November 5th and November 8th fund raisers are approaching and the word has been spread through emails around the community. The power of positive thought is amazing! Hope to see everyone at Smith School on the 5th and The Fork on the 8th!
Mary and Greg Goodman

Morgan 09/11/02 10:21

Word is you’re kicking ass and taking names out on the West Coast. We’re all proud of you and thinking of you all the time.

mike Allen 09/11/03 10:00

So since Gabe is reading I have picked out my daily selection of cards to send him daily. When he moves to next center his address will be posted. How many cards will he get? I am sure he will trt to read every one!!

ann 09/11/03 10:31

Gabe, we all think you are truly amazing! See your Dad Halloween night and he showed us a couple of pictures. Very exciting and wonderful to actually see you (even if not in person). You are inspiring to all. Hugs from the Ledger family. Ann

Shannon 09/11/03 12:33

Gabe,

Such wonderful news of your continued totally awesome progress, we love you!!!

Alicia (Arey) Grace 09/11/03 17:24

Fantastic! I have been following your progress Gabe and I am very glad to hear that you are progressing greatly. Keep up the great work!

Kathleen 09/11/04 16:01

Am continuing to read all the good – no great – news. So interesting to hear the progress – Gabe, you have amazing people around you, but guess what goes around comes around. Bravo!

Anna Schauffler 09/11/04 16:08

Thank you guys for keeping us current on Gabe’s recovery. And thank you, Gabe, for working so hard. Deep admiration for all of you guys. What a family!!!!!

mike Allen 09/11/05 06:58

The radio waves and tv stations are all humming with broadcasts of Gabe and all of his supporters ; along with promoting events Thursday 11/5 at the Smith School in winterport and The Fork pub in winterport Sunday with 3 R&B bands performing. Summer did a great job when she was interviewed on TV, Donna and Kierie have been steering the actions on the west coast; Gabe has been performing in his own unique style, stronger each day, Even mouthed Happy Birthday to Donna, and so much more. Thanks everybody.. its been quite a journey.

Robin May 09/11/05 09:26

HI Gabe!

I have caught up on your progress and am impressed but not surprised.
You are a strong and steady man. We miss that strength and unflappable nature here at Alpha Media.
DO you want me to send you some issues of MAXIM?
Hmmmmmm
Love,
Robin May

Joy 09/11/10 08:48

Hey Gabe!!! I hope that you can come home soon and that I can make a trek to see you, wherever you may be headed. I’m amazed every time I read about your progress, and know that you continue to make gains daily. I’m really happy that your mom and Kierie are able to be there with you, and that Summer and your dad are there whenever they can be. They’re working so hard to raise money! Know that positive energy surrounds you and we’re all hanging on the web waiting to see how much better you’re getting! *hugs*

John Trotter 09/11/12 10:41

Hi Gabe,
I just read about you in a Transportation Alternatives email and wanted to drop you a line to offer some encouragement. I’ve been there. In 1997, six guys attacked me and left me for dead one day when I was working as a photojournalist in Sacramento. Like you, I had a brain injury and like you’re doing right now, I had to work as hard as I’ve ever worked on anything to get my life back. I can’t really describe to you how tough it’s going to be, but I can promise you that things are going to get better. They really do.

I just went for a nice ride in the wind and rain up to the Alpine climb this morning from Manhattan on the river road, but there was a time when I couldn’t even move around without a walker. Don’t ever give up. You will amaze yourself.

All the best,

John

Allison 09/11/14 07:54

MISS YOU!!!!!!! I am constantly impressed with what you’ve been doing. I hope you are enjoying the warm weather there because it’s starting to get cold here! See you soon!

Craig 09/11/15 10:43

Hey Gabe,
You don’t know me pal, but I I send you healing spirit.. I live in the Bar Harbor area, and have a son who suffered a major brain injury in Sept 2007 while on his motorcycle. He spent a month on life support in ICU, did not talk for 2 and a half months, and spent almost 6 months at EMMC in Bangor getting super care. Dustin could not talk for nearly 3 months. There were no answers to alot of my questions, be we stayed positive and prayed alot. Here we are two years later, and Dustin just passed a road test so he can drive again, he walks fine, speaks fine, and his hand writing is better than it was before his injury. He works in the parts dept. where he was working before the accident, and is making progress every day… I see you have a huge support group, and with that, I can say for sure, you will be back to where you want to be with hard work and faith….”Never Give up, never give in, nothing is impossible” We have lived it too.. We are in your corner rooting for you along with all your great family and friends.. The future is yours my friend:-)

Diana Ledger 09/11/15 15:35

Hi Gabe! It was really great to talk with you on the phone when Donna and Mike came over to supper–Donna showed me all the neat videos of your progress–I think you are lookin’ pretty good! And remember, I look at things with an old nurses eye. It must be pretty frustrating for you at times because you know what you are thinking, and why doesn’t everyone else? But you are really coming right along and we can’t wait to see you (when you are ready of course)in Boston. It was great to see so much of Donna, Mike and Summer this past week and we really look forward to meeting Kieri…
Love you!
Di

Meg 09/11/15 22:51

Gabe! I thought of you all day today; my very first cyclocross event! A friend suggested we go last minute and once I was there I got all jazzed seeing all those guys in soggy, muddy, tight spandex! Thinking seriously about getting into it, the chicks took it hard core, i think I could do that too, what do you think?!
Lovin’ ya, be well my friend.

Ali 09/11/16 20:42

Just thinking about a time way back when…remember when I made veggie lasagna and we ate so much of it our sweat started to smell like garlic? haha. I made lasagna tonight for dinner and had a good laugh telling my roommates about it:) I have a feeling that in a few days I’m gonna be sweating garlic once again!
peace as always g:)!

andras revesz 09/11/17 08:16

in my dream things were pretty ok with you and i, can’t say it was perfect. nothing had been the same this summer, i miss you and think of you all the time. can’t wait to see you on the east…

Emily 09/11/18 12:56

you are so handsome. the eyelashes of a god. keep on rockin’. i hope you can come to our wedding in august 2010. i’ll be saving a place, and a whoopie pie, for you.

Mahsee 09/11/18 13:11

You are amazing! You have come so far, keep mashing those gears!

Ali 09/11/18 15:33

Lookin’ Good!!

Ali 09/11/18 15:33

Lookin’ Good!!

Mark 09/11/18 15:48

Gabe – Found your blog through the MCBC email. I’m 4+ years post cycling crash, TBI, stroke, etc. Hang in there. Sounds like you’re improving day by day. TBI recovery isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon. You’ll get there!

Alex 09/11/19 07:37

GABE!! SO good to see you! You look awesome!!

Mary 09/11/19 08:23

Gabe: You look so good! I’m so proud of all of your progress. Keep doing what you’re doing, kid. There are nothing but things in your future.

Diana Ledger 09/11/19 18:44

Hi Gabe and all! I just read the “three month mark”–it is very rewarding and interesting to see all the progress, and so well written–motivation and enduring patience seems to be the key and total belief that he is getting there!
Keep up the good work–I enjoyed the pictures, too, Gabe looks great!
Love you Gabe!
Di

Shirley and Larry Rogers 09/11/21 12:49

hi Gabe
I know you don’t know us but we are from “the Port” and now live in Sarasota Florida.We were friends of your parents when you were very young.
We found out about your accident on Facebook and have been following your amazing progress and are happy to hear that you are doing so well.You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep on keeping on! hugs

Diana Ledger 09/11/23 13:26

Hi Gabe! Donna sent me the video of you batting the balloon back and forth…it was great to see so much progress in action…Donna updated me on a lot of what is going on over the weekend…sounds like you are continuing to move foreward and able to do more so that life can be more interesting for you…catch you later!Di

Alicia (Arey) Grace 09/11/23 16:10

Hey Gabe – I just read the 3 month update and I am very glad to hear of all of the improvements and all the activities that you can now do! Keep on chasing those bubbles and keep on getting stronger. I look forward to hearing the next step that you take. The pictures are great – Thank you Donna and Kerie for keeping us far away right there with your updates.

Alex Morales 09/11/24 09:57

I wish you a fast and speedy recovery.
I hope the best for you and your family/loved ones
take care

Roscoe 09/11/24 21:40

Hey Gabe,
Get better and get back to the city so I can buy you a couple a beers. Happy Thanksgiving to you too.

Shannon 09/11/25 19:29

Just checking in on ya, you are doing so great Gabe! Hugs and kisses from Kansas!

Nancy Angiello 09/11/25 20:31

Gabe, Summer, Mike, Donna, Kierie — we are sending so so so so so much love to our beloved Gabe and prayers for more and more progress every day, just as you have been showing Gabe! I can’t believe you’ve been here in NYC where obviously the whole city has fallen in love with you. I can’t wait until you and Kierie are back and to toast your beautiful life. You are always Gabriel Michael to me…this incredible living tribute to my father Gabriel Michael and you always have a very special place in my heart for being his namesake. You have the two archangels of your name bringing the full powers of messages and communications to and from you! And you can see how everyone in your life — even people who don’t know you — are drawn to bring you words of love. You are stronger by the minute — we know all will be well. I’ll never forget over the years, seeing Summer’s and your school photos taped to my parent’s kitchen wall. We watched you grow up like that, and now you are a beautiful strong man with hundreds of friends who adore you. You are like a cousin to me, absolutely. I cant wait to spend more time with you and to meet Kierie. We love you! Nancy, Rob, Margery, and
Gabriel Michael Angiello

Kathleen 09/11/26 08:09

Very simple words: Happy Thanksgiving, Gabe. Hope you will be coming back east very soon. Kathleen

Bill Luring 09/11/26 08:16

All the best on Thanksgiving, Gabe. Thinking of you today and everyday with good thoughts for you, Donna, Mike, Kierie, and Summer. Bill

BrittLee and her Mom 09/11/26 09:39

Hi Gabe,
My mom is soooo proud of you! I just showed her the video of you reaching for the top-tube and drop bar of Kierie’s bike. We are both so thankful that you have Kierie and your fantastic family to help you through this difficult time. My whole family is wishing you a happy thanksgiving and sends you our love. My Mom also wants to give you a very big mommy-hug.
Love
-BrittLee

Laura Louise 09/11/26 20:39

Happy Thanksgiving, Gabe, Summer, Kierie, Uncle Mike, and Aunt Donna! We had a good Thanksgiving here in DC, but Thanksgiving in 2007 in Maine cannot easily be beat. We will have to do it again soon…!

Love,
Laura

Bernie 09/11/27 20:57

A very Happy Thanksgiving to Gabe and to the amazing Kierie, Donna, Summer, and Mike.

I have no doubt that your unrelenting dedication to Gabe has made all the difference. I am thinking of all of you everyday.

Love,
Bernie

Emily 09/11/28 08:21

i’m here in nyc, and i’m going to find the cupcake place we went to last year and order one for you. and since you’re not here to eat it, i’ll have two. love you and miss you dearly.

Gloria Aurelio 09/11/28 11:15

Hi Donna,

I think of you and keep you in my prayers every day. I am so happy to hear of Gabe’s amazing progress! Please tell Summer to call us if she needs anything here in the ‘port, anything at all!

Love, Gloria

heidi 09/11/29 18:50

Happy Thanksgiving! It’s great to see pictures of Gabe

Fran and Vicky Lee 09/11/30 12:25

Belated Happy Thanksgiving. What a sight to behold seeing the picture of Gabe and Donna, thanks Kerrie. the wonderful updates are just like being there. We are still praying for your return to the East soon. Vicky & Fran

Mahsee 09/12/03 18:35

Hi Gabe,

I miss you. I am looking forward to the day that I can give you a big hug. I think of you everyday my friend. Stay strong.

Much love,

M~

Robin May 09/12/04 08:52

Hi, Gabe!

I am excited to read about your progress. I’m smiling big time. And not just because it’s Friday!

Sending you a big big hug.

Robin May

mike the dad 09/12/04 20:45

GHab.. that cycling cap I gave you is da bomb! ya look awesome. I loved speaking to you today.

Mike the Dad

Nancy Angiello 09/12/05 13:58

Gabe — Big Daddy told me to write to you, and I do so with pleasure! Did you see my earlier message to you? I love you very very much. You are my special Gabriel Michael just like my papa Gabriel Michael. AND — you are GMA too!! It is too cool beyond words. Please keep getting better and better and I’ll take you out for cupcakes and your favorite food in the east village. I had no idea you were here all that time. Did you know I was a big East Village groovy chick for 2 decades? Hanging at the cafes, going to little clubs. Did I tell you about the Mudd Clubb and incredible rockers I’d see at the Pyramid Club when Tompkins Sq Park looked like another planet? I can’t wait to see you and we’ll share adventure stories. You look fantastic in your cap. I’m so blown away by your progress. You are working so hard. You’re the man! LOVE YOU — Nancy Francesca

Marcia Jamrog 09/12/07 20:46

Just a word to all of you, Gabe and Donna and K, all in CA, and Mike and Summer in Maine: its moving as hell to read your words and see the photos. I am so glad you are willing to share this amazing adventure with us here in our homes. The work that every one of you is doing is powerful and important. Huge hugs to you all, Marcia J.

Ali 09/12/08 13:23

Hey Gabe! Lookin’ good dude! Glad to hear about all the progress and how wonderful you are doing. Just wanted to let you know that I’ll be in Beantown for New Year’s Eve if you would like to join;) If you can’t make it, I understand…just means I’ll have to plan another trip to San Fran! Keep up the good work!

Alex 09/12/09 13:55

You look awesome, man! I’m going to go get me some raffle tix at back bay bikes! I look forward to being able to visit if you end up here! xoxoxo

Meredith 09/12/10 18:07

Hi, it’s your old downstairs neighbor. I continue to wish you the best and am happy to hear about your progress. Take care!

meaghan wilbur 09/12/11 11:03

Gabe, you’re one tough duder!! i am promoting your cause as much as possible, i hope it helps reach the fundraising goal. best wishes, meaghan

John Trotter 09/12/15 08:43

Hey Gabe,
I sent the info about the Maietta bike raffle to all my cycling friends, none of whom know you either. I explained to them that their chances of winning a finely crafted, hand-built frame were going to be exponentially higher than their chances of winning the New York Mega Millions Lottery. I mean, probably they are. The truth is, I don’t know how many people have bought raffle tickets…

Have a nice Northern California kind of day and keep doing all the seemingly nonsensical stuff your therapists are asking you to do. Trust me, if you get good enough at it they’ll stop.

Peace.

katlyn 09/12/18 08:26

love you man xo

alex (h) 09/12/20 16:14

Lookin’ good man, can’t wait for you to get back to the East.

justin 09/12/21 16:27

Gabe,
Checked in, and glad to see your recovery is going so well! Keep working those muscles and hope the trach can come out soon. When I couldn’t eat liquids/food I always enjoyed watching the food channel, I know it sounds weird, but worked for me. Once I could eat Pureed food, I learned that chewing can be way overrated and some items taste better pureed. Again, keep up the hard work and hope you get back east soon.

–justin

Emily 09/12/22 08:16

seeing kierie’s post today made me really, really happy. you look so good! we send summah off to san fran for a week in a few days, and will be sending many good vibes and most likely gifties with her. she is hosting the yearly yankee swaperoo tonight, and i have a gift that is extremely cheesy and awesome. though nothing beats the fireworks of 2007. we finally set them off this past summer. the subway sandwich and bag of chips in a powerbook box was pretty sweet too though. man i miss you. love to everyone.

Laura Louise 09/12/23 13:23

Hi Gabe, Kierie, Donna, Mike, and Summer –

My Yogi teabag tag for this afternoon’s cup of tea reads: “When the mind is backed by will, miracles happen.”

So true!

Come back east soon!

Amy B. 09/12/23 22:46

A most Merry Christmas to you Gabe! Give your family a wave and a kiss for me.

Peace, Amy

Alex 09/12/24 11:47

I loved watching the video Gabe! Merry Christmas to you!

Mahsee 09/12/25 12:12

Merry Christmas Gabe! I hope you get a taste of the nog! I am thinking of you and wishing you a peaceful day today my friend.

= )

love,

M~

Shannon 09/12/26 23:10

Heard you and your mom had a nice Christmas stroll into town, I’m glad you guys were able to get out and about some. We’re all thinking of you and sending you lots of love and hugs from KS!

Diana Ledger 09/12/27 13:15

Hi Gabe! Sounds like you are continuing to make progress right through the holiday season! Hope you enjoyed the little bit of Maine I sent you (the Balsam centerpiece). It will be so good to see you when you are in Boston, but we understand that you will come when you are ready, and that is for the best…you’re looking great in all of your pictures…it just keeps coming together for you…when I say you look great, I am looking at you from a nurse’s standpoint, meaning that you are looking healthy.(as well as good looking)
Good luck with your continued progress in the new year!
Love, Aunt Din, Jack, Dan and Blackjack!

Meg 09/12/27 21:12

Hi Gabe!

Bonz, Tracy, Ben and I are up in Mt Rainier, Washington for few days. Typical Bonz action; he convinced us that a drive to the near top was an excellent idea……well we made it but witnessed a couple of tremendous accidents and lots of slipping and sliding! We all agree this trip would have truly been complete if you had been with us….some day you will!
I hope you got the package I sent, has a few things that might be fun to pass some time.
We are all loving you and missing you. Say hello to summer for me, I hear she will be there soon.
Love, Meg, Ben , Bonzey, and Tracy

Kathleen 09/12/28 04:16

Just a brief wish for continued recovery – the photos are convincing! May 2010 bring the best in progress, ideas, and support for you Gabe and your incredible family/friends group.

Joy 09/12/28 18:57

Happy Holidays to everyone! Hope everything is going great for all of you. Gabe, keep it up! You’re doing amazingly well!!! *hugs*

Tom Jamrog 09/12/31 05:00

All the best to you and your family, Gabe.

mike Allen 09/12/31 11:11

Thank all of you folks world wide for your support and thoughts for Gabe, Donna, Kierie, Summer. I hope that 2010 is a good year for everyone. Love y’all.

Mike the Dad.

Theresa Lavoie 09/12/31 11:51

Hi Gabe/Donna and family…I am a friend of your cousin, Diana Jones. I have followed your progress and am amazed at your courage and strength. I have thought of you and your family many times. May 2010 bring you tons of energy to continue your brilliant progress.

Mahsee 09/12/31 16:12

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! This is going to be a great one! By this time next year, you will be making a toast in celebration I am sure! In the meantime, enjoy your big little sister & keep up the great work.

Love,

M~

Ali 09/12/31 16:42

Happy New Year!!! Thinking of you all:) I’ll be drinking a champagne of beers tonight in honor of you Gabe!

Alex 10/01/01 11:48

Happy new year gabe!!

Emily 10/01/05 13:43

hey buddy… belated happy new year to you. i don’t know if our package got to you, but if it did, i hope you’re enjoying the little gifties. i put the penguin you mailed me three years ago on our bed to cuddle with at night. all the wonderful news that keeps coming from you is so encouraging and exciting. you’re really pulling through! i’ve spent all but one new year’s eve with you for the past five years, so you were missed this year. i seem to recall NYE 2008 in bangor, as well as NYE 2006 in NYC, when we drank remy martin on the subway, rang in the year in a scummy bar, and you stole a coffee cup and took it on a photo shoot around the LES. NYE 2005? all about penobscot street, and the champagne fountain. in 2004, more orono shenanigans. looking back on it now, sometimes it all blurs together into one big happy memory. take ‘er easy, dude. see you soon! xxoo

Ed 10/01/06 09:53

Gabe! This is your year! Get better and here’s hoping to see you on the bike soon!

Judit and Ikhlaq 10/01/06 20:10

Dear Gabe, Kierie, Summer, Mom and All family and friends!
We are sending our love and healing energy for Gabe and lots of strength for all! Ikhlaq says that God give you long and happy life – before he went back to practice his sitar… With love!!! Happy 2010!!

Josh 10/01/07 02:18

gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaabe!
kierie!

y’all are SO STRONG!

I’ve been thinking of you all throughout this holiday season and cannot wait to see you back on the east coast–soon!

BrittLee 10/01/07 22:06

Happy New Year Gabe! xoxo

Adam Kirkland 10/01/08 12:11

I agree with Ed! This is TOTALLY your year. I was downtown in Bangor to see the ball “drop” off the roof of Paddy Murphy’s — it was stellarly underwhelming. Happy New Year man, I look forward to your sister’s updates all the time. I’m so happy to hear about your good progress.

Shannon 10/01/10 22:31

Thought of you tonight while me and Jason watched the Simpson’s 20th year anniversary special episode.

Also, all of us here in KS are so thrilled that you will be starting the next chapter in your recovery on Tuesday! You will be sooooo much closer to home, and I can only imagine all the east-coast family and friends that will be so happy to have you so close again!

~Much love~

Alicia (Arey) Grace 10/01/11 17:08

Happy New Year Gang! It is great to hear the progress that the tough guy is making! Keep up the good work and I will be looking for the update that says you are back on the East Coast. Keep up the progress and fighting to get better! Take care all and you will be soon back on your bike as part of your rehab!!

Mahsee 10/01/12 06:10

Today is the day! You must be so excited. Safe travels and we are all sending good thoughts. Welcome back to the east coast.

love,

M~

jr 10/01/12 17:18

Gabe, you are obviously a very strong character. I wish you and your family a happy new year and a speedy recovery. One step forward brings another.

mike the dad 10/01/12 18:04

The next chapter has been written. Hours

mike the dad 10/01/12 18:29

after midnight Tuesday, Gabe, Kierie, Donna, all the gear and equipment, g with the Pilot of the Red Wing Shoe coporate jet, Chappy Aiken, Nurse Alan Friend and Red Wing crewmember Jim.left Oakland Cal headed for Boston, Mass. After a short refueling pit stop in North Dakota, the Red Wing jet landed in Boston where Gabe, Kierie & DonnA were transported by Ambulance to Spaulding Rehab Hospital. So many people gave their all to mae this happen, especially David Murphy, President of Red Wing Shoe co.who made the Jet and Pilot available gratis to us. I spent time on the phone with the Red Wing factroy rep Steve Perry, both of us in tears reflecting on
this journey. Thank you all, Thank you DAvid, Chappy and all those involved. You all will be in my heart forever. Am sure Donna and Kierie I am sure will post more. OMG this is unbelievable!
Mike

Bernie 10/01/12 21:33

This is so moving…

Welcome back to the east coast, Gabe!

Laura Louise 10/01/13 10:39

Welcome Back East, Gabe!

Joy 10/01/13 14:54

Hey, who’s this guy?
http://bdnimages.sprintout.com/uploads/large/1247868196_0ba8.jpg
Was browsing BDN and saw this.

Welcome back to the East coast!

Fred and Sylvia 10/01/13 16:36

Welcome back to the land of snow and ice, Gabe! We’ve been following your progress week by week, and now that you’re only about 45 miles away we hope to arrange to visit you and your entourage soon. Also to see Dad Mikey and his new knee! Many thanks to Donna, Kierie, and Summer for keeping us all posted.

Inge 10/01/15 09:41

Don’t be so quick to walk away (Dance with me)
I wanna rock your body, please stay (Dance with me)
You don’t have to admit you wanna play (Dance with me)
Just let me rock you till the break of day (Dance with
me)

Laura Louise 10/01/15 12:52

Happy Birthday, Gabe!

Amy B. 10/01/16 19:10

Happy belated Birthday, and welcome to Boston!

Devin 10/01/16 23:17

Happy Belated brother… Welcome back to the East coast! I’m going to have to plan a road trip with the boys to come see you soon! We’ll bring the Crumbs. =)

The Batticks 10/01/21 07:51

Gabe, Donna and Kierie–
So glad to hear that you’ve made it to Boston!! Hoping for a very speedy recovery from the drug rxn and a good stay at Spaulding. So exciting to hear of the progress being made–thank you for the updates and posts. We think of you often and continue to send lots of love and positive thoughts your way.

Ryan 10/01/21 14:28

Gabe, it was such a pleasure to care for you while at MGH. Your team of doctors and nurses are wishing you the very best as you continue down the road of recovery. Donna and Kierie – your dedication to Gabe’s care is remarkable and admirable.

I’m looking forward to reading about Gabe’s improvement over the days and weeks to come.

–Ryan

Kristen 10/01/24 18:22

Hey Gabe!

Hope the kinks are working out at spaulding! (Hang in their ladies you are doing a great job! They will soon have Gabe’s schedule down and you will feel “at home”) Gabe you are such a Rockstar. It was great meeting you and your “dream team” (donna and kierie). This website is such an awesome way to see you progress since I only got to care for you during your set back. Health and happiness to you and the dream team!

Kristen (MGH Nurse)

Joy 10/01/28 19:29

Gabe, I’m so glad you’re doing better than a few days ago – damn allergic reactions! I’m hoping to come see you with Beth as soon as I can. *hugs* to all of you – Kierie and Donna, you’re amazing. Keep up the great work.

Summer 10/02/01 08:58

Gabe! With you in Boston now I am going to keep visiting often. I will be back this weekend. Come up with new things to show me!

Love,
Summer

mike the dad 10/02/01 16:20

I finally recovered enough from my new knee surgery to make the short 4 hour trip to see Gabe, Donna & Kierie. I hadnt seen Gabe since before T’giving, and he had progressed so much I was overrun by tears of joy. I exclaimed “Gabe is back!” Not exactly the same, but he is on his way. Seeing his phenomenal response to visitors, Emily, Zak, me was beyond belief. I will be making the trip at least every other week. He needs it. It is fuel for his recovery. If you cant get there, cards.
Personal visits are best. Check with Donna and Kierie for details. Just rejuvinate him with your presence. Thank you all so much. Mike the Dad

Sue L'Africain 10/02/02 15:34

Hello to Gabe, Kierie, Donna, Mike and Summer,
My name is Sue L’Africain and you don’t know me. After reading about Gabe’s accident in a local paper, I began reading “Get Better Gabe” and for months I have been mesmerized by the love, courage and determination all of you are displaying. No one can truly know what you are experiencing and I want to thank you for the honesty and love you show to Gabe every minute and for the honesty and love you convey through “Get Better Gabe. My husband and I bought 2 of the raffle tickets as a show of our support and I will send some cards to Gabe along the way so you know that even people like myself, who don’t know Gabe or any of you, are also part of his real life support team. Hugs to all of you, Sue (Vinalhaven, Maine)

Donna 10/02/05 02:55

Hello Sue, Thank you for your support to our family. Many of his friends have followed his rehabilitation and are starting to visit now that he is on the east coast. What intrigues me is the handful of people like yourself who do not know Gabe but who have gotten caught up in his adventure enough to communicate their support to us by this website or letter. It really makes me feel that our tribe is widespread. It is 4 in the morning when I am writing this and I am going to make myself a cup of tea and relax in your kind words for a while. –Donna

Allison 10/02/05 13:30

Hello to Gabe, but more importantly to all of you who follow up on the comments and are thinking about visiting but haven’t yet! I wanted to share the awesomeness that I experienced during my visit to Boston last week and echo Donna’s call to visitors.
Before visiting Gabe, I had thoughts and concerns that might be similar to some that other friends may have. I was wondering what it was going to be like seeing one of my favorite people in the world struggling in a way that I can’t imagine. I was wondering if my visit was going to be a hindrance to all of the therapies necessary in his daily schedule. Was I going to be welcome? Who should I call to visit?
I put aside all those thoughts in the name of Gabe and I was very happily surprised to see him with bright, open eyes… and smiling… at me! I was invited to watch a physical therapy and I got to see the sweat forming on Gabe’s brow as he attempted to sit up on his own. Throughout the whole thing he would look over and give me the “see what I can do now?” look. I was definitely impressed!
Then we sat (Gabe sat up in his wheelchair) and had some quality one-on-one time in front of a huge window facing the city. Although it was hard to understand, Gabe was mouthing words to me a mile-a-minute.
If you’re wondering, “will he remember me?” the answer is yes, he most likely will. Tyler and I visited on Gabes birthday for the first time (I’ve been twice now) and we read all of the Facebook happy birthday wishes to Gabe. We told him who the post was from and asked him if he remembered that person. To our surprise, it was pretty much one finger for yes in every case. In fact, on my last visit Gabe said his first audible word out loud to me when I asked him, “Gabe, guess who’s coming to visit you tomorrow? I’ll give you a hint.. her name starts with an E” Gabe took a deep breath and within 5 seconds said “EMILY!”… ding correct!
Also fun, Gabe beat me in arm wrestling twice and he beat me three times in thumb wrestling over the course of the last visit.
I asked him if he wanted me to tell everyone hi from him and he gave me a big thumbs up so I told him I’d tell everyone to come visit… so go visit!!!

Allison

Ali 10/02/09 22:41

Hi Gabe and family! Just stopping by to say hello. I haven’t sent any cards lately, seriously slacking. Will resume fan mail soon. Hope Boston is treating you well and you are enjoying all the company! I missed you by about a week:( Was in Boston for New Year’s. Bummah!
-Ali

Amy B. 10/02/10 13:16

Hey Buddy,

Next time I come by, I’m bringing pictures! You better be ready to go waaaaay back and laugh at our silliness!

PS – Slim Jim says “woof” and wants to come visit you again soon. He has been barking about you non-stop. I knew you had that effect on people, but dogs too? Crazy. See you soon. Love to YOU, your mom and Kierie in Boston, and Summy and your dad in Maine.

Amy

Emily 10/02/12 07:40

Hi Gabe! Sorry it’s take me so long to write a post… it was so, so, so, so, SO awesome to see you the other weekend! It was so obvious that not only are you on the road to recovery, but your legendary sense of humor has remained intact. Who else could make a joke using only one finger? I hope you haven’t broken your whoopie cushion yet. When Allison told me you knew who was coming and that it was me, I got quite verclempt. It was such an immensely positive and powerful feeling to know that you’re with us, and before we know it, you’ll be up and about and getting back to being your old Gabe self. I really can’t even put into words how great it was to see you. My thoughts always turn to you at least once a day – how you’re feeling, how you’re progressing, what you’re thinking behind those amazingly expressive brown eyes. Give a big high five or fist bump to Mom, Dad, Kierie and Summah for me. Zach and I will be down again in early March. We love you very much, and are incredibly excited to see you again!

Robin May 10/02/24 13:09

Hi, Gabe,

I’m not surprised at your tenacity and ability to make progress. I am however very thankful for it.
What a great family you have! They are also very good writers as I feel that I am right there in the room with them and you.
How about some news from Maxim? The other Gabe (Kruger) is getting married to his sweet Lucy from the Dominican Republic!
And other not so new news: We all still miss you.
Love,
Robin

Summer 10/02/24 15:20

Hi Bub!

Excited to visit you again this weekend. I hope you’re thinking of some excellent jokes to share with me.

Love,
Summer

Mike 10/02/24 19:05

Hey Gab… get that left hand workin as we’re going to do some serious thumb wars with that left side. Love ya. see ya Sunday afternoon

Dad

Nancy Angiello 10/03/01 08:52

This is the best news ever!Thank you Kieri for a wonderful update. Gabriel Michael — we love you — keep up the AMAZING progress. You bring us so much joy. Love, Nancy

Sue L'Africain 10/03/02 04:13

Good Morning Gabe and Family,
What a treat to wake up this morning and read this inspiring update. Love the pictures! My thoughts are with all of you and will continue to be/ My husband and I are heading to warmer climes (Costa Rica) and I will send some sunshine your way.
Sue L’Africain (Vinalhaven, ME)

Diana Ledger 10/03/07 18:37

Hi Gabe, Donna, and Kierie…It was great to see Gabe again after all this time and see that he is looking so good! I watched a PT or OT session where they are working on his fine motor dexterity but also helping his eyes to learn to focus properly. It was wonderful to meet Kierie and her mother and a number of Gabe’s friends. Dan, being Dan, was pretty focused on all of the trains but he and Jack were also amazed with all of Gabe’s progress. Gabe is doing a fantastic job and all of you who are working with him are doing a fantastic job too!
Love you all!
Di

Emily 10/03/08 10:12

awesome to see you the other day, buddy. more coffee and nutella cake to come. the search for size 15 ridiculous slippers commences. i expect to be punched in the face with your strong left hand next time i see you. hearts!

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