insult to injury Raleighdon's custom bike stolen

[Biciclista]

unbelievably, last night we heard some noises out back and today I discovered his beautiful Davidson custom bike was stolen from our garage. Seattle folks, Portland folks, this is a bike with a whole lot of chrome, a Sella An atomica saddle, and so so much more..
We are heartsick over this one.

[Tri Girl]

oh Mimi- I'm SO sorry. I'm heartsick about this FOR you! :( Hope you get it back!!

[jobob]

Oh Mimi, that is unfathomable. I hope Katrina is returned to you and Donald soon. There will be a lot of people keeping their eyes peeled, scouring Craigslist and all, of that I am sure.

[Trek420]

Mimi, I hope you don't mind but this is from FB, another photo of the bike. We're riding tonight after work and this weekend. We will keep our eye peeled.

[spokewench]

Hope you find it! It is very distinctive - it will be hard for someone to get rid of without someone else recognizing it!

I just can't believe that it was stolen. What a crazy world

[Trek420]

Just sent this to Cascade Bicycle works to be on the lookout.

[SadieKate]

That's insane.

[indysteel]

Wow; that just totally sucks. I'm terribly sorry. I sure hope someone is able to spot and recover it. Shame on the person who stole it.

[TigerMom]

You poor thing. My thoughts are with you and your family for everything that you are going through lately.
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[GLC1968]

That's insane.

My thoughts exactly.

We'll keep an eye out!

[PamNY]

That's just awful. I hope it can be found -- it certainly is a distinctive bike.

[Trek420]

I'm so sorry!

A thought, someone could contact the local paper and ask them to run a story. Perhaps, under the circumstances, the thief would decide to return it. Do it no questions asked.

That's a good idea. Letters to the editor might get someone's interest in running a story or is there a writer in the house? :rolleyes: AIDS Lifecycle community has current and former riders up here. Just posted to them.

Is this on bike journal?

[OakLeaf]

Oh, that's horrible. :mad::mad::(

[ttaylor508]

I am passing the word (and your picture) on to all my Seattle cycling friends to keep their eyes peeled. Have you filed a police report?

It is so sad that this had to happen, I'm so sorry :(

[Biciclista]

yes, we filed a police report AND homeowners insurance... and called 3 bike shops, the two nearby, and the place that made the bike...

[Biciclista]

and I just sent a letter to the two closest local blogs to see if one of them will put up pictures of the bike for me.

[Trek420]

and I just sent a letter to the two closest local blogs to see if one of them will put up pictures of the bike for me.

This one? http://seattlebikeblog.com/ I'd contact Recycled cycles. Folks bring in bike to sell used. They seem good about checking if this is really the sellers bike. But if the person is not familiar with bikes they could at least try to bring it in and they should know to watch for it. If we go by Counterbalance tomorrow I'll ask them to watch out.

[Biciclista]

no, the two neighborhood blogs; the beacon hill blog and the Rainier Valley Post blog.

i can send it to that one too.

[pll]

This is terrible Mimi. Have you posted in Craigslist? I see that type of announcement (stolen bike) on occasion.

[Trek420]

Have you posted in Craigslist? I see that type of announcement (stolen bike) on occasion.

It's a good idea to post that to Craigs but when my bike was stolen (much less valuable than Don's) I thought "if I post an alert the thief will avoid Craigs and sell elsewhere; Flea market, Pawn Shop ... I'll never get the chance to spot the ad."

With everyone watching I'd WANT them to post to Craigs. Maybe someone here will see it.

But maybe I'm just sneaky that way. :rolleyes:

Also do we have the great and good folks of bikejournal on the trail too?

[Catrin]

This really sucks :mad: :mad: Hopefully with all of the watching eyes Katrina will soon be home.

[Koronin]

I'm sorry. I hope you are able to get it back.

[Giulianna23]

It's a good idea to post that to Craigs but when my bike was stolen (much less valuable than Don's) I thought "if I post an alert the thief will avoid Craigs and sell elsewhere; Flea market, Pawn Shop ... I'll never get the chance to spot the ad."

With everyone watching I'd WANT them to post to Craigs. Maybe someone here will see it.

But maybe I'm just sneaky that way. :rolleyes:

Also do we have the great and good folks of bikejournal on the trail too?

+1 just what I was thinking....don't post stolen bike on CL... let them post it .

That is soo wrong!!... did they just took the bike?...if so....its gotta be a local and it was planned.

[Blueberry]

I don't even know what to say. That REALLY sucks. A pox on the person who would do such a thing:mad::mad::mad::mad:

[hebe]

What low behaviour. Hopefully they will be picked up as soon as they try selling it. If you can post any blog links that do cover the story, I will happily link to them from my facebook/blog - I have a few fb friends in Seattle who I'm sure would keep an eye open.

[Trek420]

If you can post any blog links that do cover the story, I will happily link to them from my facebook/blog - I have a few fb friends in Seattle who I'm sure would keep an eye open.

No link needed. I'm not waiting really although I'll ad it if one appears.

I posted a blurb about Katrina to my FB yesterday with a brief intro for those who don't know Don of who he is and what he's going through. Uploaded the pictures of the bike. Alerted family, friends in cycling community and asked all to share. Let's make this bike viral :cool:

[emily_in_nc]

I don't even know what to say. That REALLY sucks. A pox on the person who would do such a thing:mad::mad::mad::mad:

Totally agree! SO very sorry! With all that you have done in getting the word and pictures out, I'll be surprised if you don't recover it somehow. :mad:

[Trek420]

I hope so! Zac, owner of Seattle's Cascade Bike Studio just emailed me. They will keep eyes and ears open for Katrina at his shop. :cool:

[Biciclista]

I hope so! Zac, owner of Seattle's Cascade Bike Studio just emailed me. They will keep eyes and ears open for Katrina at his shop. :cool:

thanks!!!

[redrhodie]

I can't believe how unfair this is; like you don't have enough on your plate to deal with already. I wish there was something I could do.

[Trek420]

I can't believe how unfair this is; like you don't have enough on your plate to deal with already. I wish there was something I could do.

There is something we can do :) Just take a few moment to check Craigs. Not just Seattle but surrounding areas' Portland, Yakima, Bellingham etc.

I just got back from Counterbalance and let the boys there know. Mimi and Don they send their concern and sympathy!

They have zero sympathy or tolerance for bike thieves. :mad: The wrench I spoke to said he did not think it will turn up at their shop because these scumbags know to avoid the higher end shops. Counterbalance also does not sell used bikes, or not often so they might not try there. But they posted it to their board and will let all employees know.

If they do turn up the wrench said he has not problem knocking them out (he personally trains in Jiu Jitsu). He said when obvious thieves come in they will engage them, let them know they are on to them and the crooks leave .... without the bike. The reunion process starts there.

That's what happens when people with a bike they don't know, fit or deserve come into an LBS.

He said we should scour Craigs especially the surrounding areas and to check these shops which do sell bikes:

Whistle Stop Co-op (he said they are relatively new) on Othelo and ML King
Bike Works and
Recycled Cycles (both locations).

[NbyNW]

If I remember correctly from when I was searching for my own stolen bike, you can do a sitewide search of Craigslist, instead of searching individual cities, by typing "site:Craigslist.org/bik Davidson" into your search engine.

I did it just now and it seemed to turn up results from all over. No Katrina, however.

I'm hoping she finds her way home somehow, and soon.

[Blueberry]

I think we need to be searching for more than Davidson.

Chrome Road Bike, Black Commuter bike, etc.

I just did a boatload of searches of all the Washington State Craigslist sites.

[Trek420]

I think we need to be searching for more than Davidson.

Chrome Road Bike, Black Commuter bike, etc.

Good idea. :) I think the scumbag might either:

Not know the value of a Davidson bike so not mention it or ...
Know the value and the community and not want to draw attention to it. Just sell for the hit of crack the ditwad needs :mad:

So searching "road bike" "steel" the number of gears may be best etc

http://www.searchcraigslist.org/ for the entire Craigslist site or search different regions.

Ctcrabby on bike journal is watching "Fleabay" :cool:

[pll]

He said we should scour Craigs especially the surrounding areas and to check these shops which do sell bikes:

Whistle Stop Co-op (he said they are relatively new) on Othelo and ML King
Bike Works and
Recycled Cycles (both locations).

Perhaps dropping fliers with pictures of the bike in those shops would be helpful, so they are on the lookout?

[Blueberry]

I hate to say it, but we should probably search parts too - particularly the distinctive stuff (e.g., saddle, if something's campy, etc.).

[azfiddle]

That is so totally wrong. I truly hope that it will turn up.

[Wahine]

That's horrible. I'm spreading the word too.

C.

[Owlie]

Do you mind if I post to a few other groups (one cycling, one not, though it contains cyclists) to spread the word?

[Blueberry]

Do you mind if I post to a few other groups (one cycling, one not, though it contains cyclists) to spread the word?

I can't imagine that it would be a problem. Whether to post a stolen bike alert to Craigs is a close call, and their decision. Otherwise, I think asking folks to keep an eye out should be OK.

[Owlie]

I can't imagine that it would be a problem. Whether to post a stolen bike alert to Craigs is a close call, and their decision. Otherwise, I think asking folks to keep an eye out should be OK.

Not craigslist, no worries. :)

[Eden]

I let the guys at 20/20 Cycles (just down the block from me) to keep an eye out for it. They said if they see someone with it, they'll tackle them...

[smilingcat]

I'll keep an eye out for it at bike4pdx. Its a volunteer bike shop where we fix unclaimed bicycles (stolen bicycles) and such and donate it back to the community. I'm one of the volunteer wrenches there and will let one of the wrenches who do have a regular day job as a wrench to keep a lookout.

[Biciclista]

Do you mind if I post to a few other groups (one cycling, one not, though it contains cyclists) to spread the word?

Owlie, spread it far and wide. We'd love to get that bike back.

[jdubble]

I'd email Jonathan at bikeportland.org too! He might be able to run something so people here keep an eye out too.

[Trek420]

I'd email Jonathan at bikeportland.org too! He might be able to run something so people here keep an eye out too.

More eyes more better!

For those on bikejournal there's a similar thread if you want to keep up with their search ideas.

[Eden]

I gave Velo Shop up here on Capitol Hill the description today too.

[Biciclista]

thanks Eden!

[Sky King]

I put on our Bike Touring News facebook page as did Russ and Laura - The Path Less Pedaled. I will also let our local Boise Bike Project know. Stolen bikes do travel. Keeping positive thoughts

[Blueberry]

Mimi-

Have you guys posted here? (http://bikeportland.org/stolenbikes&sort=stolen&descend=1) I don't see it if you have. There are seattle bikes there, and it's a searchable database, should someone want to look.

Crossing fingers.

[maillotpois]

Very sad news: http://www.bikejournal.com/thread.asp?ThreadID={C1C4F7AD-4871-41A8-AB1C-7A341B84A056}&numPost=11

[Catrin]

Very, very sad news indeed (((((((((((((Mimi))))))))))))

[solobiker]

This makes me so mad. {{ hugs }}

[GLC1968]

Big virtual hugs for you, Mimi. And I'm crying at work now... :(

[Blueberry]

Thank you for posting, Sarah.

This makes me so sad. I was trying not to cry while on the phone when I read the news, and so had to come back and edit.

Huge hugs to you Mimi, and to your family. I cannot even imagine what you must be feeling.

[Eden]

So sorry (((Mimi)))

[roguedog]

:(

boo for cancer. i can't believe it. mimi, continued vibes of strength, patience and hope to you and yours. remember the sun.

[Crankin]

Mimi, I am so sorry. I hope your family is a source of strength for you at this time.

[oxysback]

I'm sorry, Mimi. :(

[tulip]

(((((((((((Mimi)))))))))))

[bmccasland]

So sorry to hear the news Mimi. :(

[MM_QFC!]

tears and sadness at hearing this news too...I'm so thankful to have enjoyed Raleighdon's wit and wisdom firsthand; what a wonderful man with such a love of life and for his Mimi and family...

I recommend many rides to honor Donald, with plenty of donuts and/or pie too!

Mary

[shootingstar]

I'm very sorry to read of this Mimi. :( His cycling zest, strength and enthusiasm is an inspiration.

Don at the height of his randonneuring/long distance endurance cycling was quite impressive. He wanted to ride with Jack around in Seattle...but Jack at that time in Seattle, knew he wasn't totally in shape like Don.

And yea, the next day we found out Don just did a solo 200 kms. in a day.

[indysteel]

I am so sad to read this. I'm so sorry, Mimi for you and your sons. He sounded like a wonderful man, and I'm sure he will be painfully missed by many. I hope you find the love, support and strength you need to get through this. We at TE care for you dearly and are here for you. Peace to you and to your family. Many hugs.

Kate

[emily_in_nc]

Oh no...I am so very saddened by this news. Even though I've never met Mimi or Don, I felt like I knew them through Mimi's posts here. My deepest sympathies.

Cancer S U C K S the big one. :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ Mimi }}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

[OakLeaf]

Oh ((((((((Mimi)))))))). I'm so very sorry.

[Pedal Wench]

So sorry, Mimi. Will ride in his honor tomorrow

[Owlie]

Oh Mimi. I'm so sorry, for you and your sons. I never had the honor of meeting him, but from what I read here and elsewhere he sounded like a wonderful person.

Hugs is all I can offer. And unless there's a thunderstorm, I'll ride tomorrow in his honor.

[ehirsch83]

My condolences to you and your family Mimi!

Throughout the past 4 or so years I have been on these boards, I have come to feel as if you are both family(seems many others have been touched the same way by the both of you) and without ever meeting either of you , this news has brought tears to my eyes the same as when I found out of the passing of my own relatives.

I am glad that you got to have so many great years and experiences with him and that we got to be part of the last few years on here with you both.

[redrhodie]

I'm so sorry for your loss, Mimi.

[Grog]

Mimi, I am so sorry for your loss. I have never met Donald, but I have read about him so many times over the past seven years, and he sounded like a great man, husband, friend, and riding partner. May you find comfort in thinking that in heaven he'll always have a tailwind.

[jobob]

Mimi, you've been so courageous through all this. I hope you can get some solace from the fact that you were there for Donald. You did good. {hug}

[Biciclista]

Since you guys are all posting here, I will try to describe what came down today.
He had been having a lot of trouble breathing this past month which continued to get worse. Last night, he couldn't lay down because he couldn't breathe, he couldn't relax despite the super strong drugs he was given. By three in the morning, I knew we needed something more, so I called the Hospice nurse. She came and gave him a cocktail of drugs and begged him to relax... and he did. He went to sleep and never woke up again, he died about 10 hours later, having a very peaceful rest of the night and into the next day.
His oldest brother was visiting with his daughter! His other brother drove into town today because he had some things to drop off at our house. One of his nieces was in town for a family visit and another niece brought her over. His nephew from Hawaii, and wife were there too. No one (except maybe me and my sons who have been watching him closely) knew that he was dying ... They were all there when he died. My son had put some music on, one of my husband's favorite CDs (JP Fraley) and he died during that CD with such a huge part of his family right there in the room. I was sitting there noticing how he was slowing down through one of our favorite sons ("our song") It was truly amazing.

I got an email from the Swedish foundation, 103 people have donated 6200 dollars ... and then his last wish, that his body be used for science? THey came and took him.. He is now at the UW Medical Training hospital. (he got to go to med school!!!)

I still can't believe it. I miss him terribly but I am glad he exited that broken old body. Thanks for listening.

[indysteel]

(((((Mimi))))).

[jobob]

Wow Mimi. What an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing that.

[salsabike]

Wow Mimi. What an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing that.

Yep. Thank you.

We will miss him forever. Mr. Great Heart.

[Desert Tortoise]

I'm so sorry, Mimi. His last hours sound so special. I wish you peace and strength.

dt

[tzvia]

:(:(:(
I lit a prayer candle in his honor...
:(:(:(

[crazycanuck]

((Mimi)))

POOOOOOO :mad:

I have to say it was an honor to meet you & RD when we were in Seattle a few years back. I'll never forget the Canadian jokes RD told :)

[BikeDutchess]

So very sorry for your loss, Mimi.

[yellow]

Thinking of you and sending lots of healing, loving energy your way.

[snapdragen]

Oh Mimi, we should all be so lucky to exit this world, surrounded by loved ones, with our favorite music playing us out. I am truly sorry, my condolences to you and your family. Blessings.

[NbyNW]

What Snapdragen said. Thank you Mimi for sharing.

[hebe]

I am so very sorry for your loss, Mimi. Thinking of you and your family xx

[Selkie]

Mimi - wishing you peace during this difficult time. Don was a special soul who touched a lot of people in positive ways. He leaves an amazing legacy and a wealth of good memories.

[Veronica]

Mimi you are one incredibly courageous, strong lady. I am so sorry for your loss.


Veronica

[Crankin]

I am kind of in awe of your writing about Don's last hours. Not only is it beautiful, but it shows us all the right way to die. I know that sounds weird, but so often, death is so medicalized.
Again, I am thinking of you. I hope you don't mind a Jewish prayer in Don's name.

[Catrin]

Oh Mimi, you are so strong and the way you wrote about his final hours was just beautiful. That is the proper way to pass, surrounded by loved ones and also shows your love and that of your family. I hope you don't mind a Greek Orthodox prayer for him, and for you and your family.

Catherine

[SheFly]

I sit, writing this, with tears falling onto my keyboard. Mimi - you are a beautiful, strong, compassionate woman and today my heart breaks for you. Like others, while I never met you or Don, I feel as if I know you both. Keep Don close in your memories - revel in the happy, good times that you shared and know that he loved you.

My sincere condolences to you, your sons, and your entire family at this difficult time. As someone else said already, we here at TE care about you deeply - continue to rely on us as necessary in the coming days and weeks.

With much love and hugs,
SheFly

[pll]

Mimi: My condolences. Such sad news.

[ivorygorgon]

So sorry Mimi, but thankful Don is at peace.

[Tri Girl]

oh, Mimi. I don't have the words to express my sadness at hearing this news. I am heartbroken for you and your family. Don will always be with you.
Thank you for sharing his last day with you. It sounds like he left in the same loving embrace that he entered the world- surrounded by his favorite things and people. Praying for peace and comfort for you right now. Sending much virtual love your way...

[Artista]

((((((Mimi and family))))))

[Sky King]

Mimi,
You are surrounded with love, I know that makes Don happy. Don safe travels, we will all see you down the road. Virtual Hugs.
Stacy

[Red Rock]

Just wanted to send you my caring thoughts for you and your families. I have lost too many members of my family to cancer. (My dad is dealing with it now.) It is no fun to loose family members. Remember the good times when you can and have the emotional energy to do so. What helped me the most was to get get out and ride, hike to clear my mind so I could get through each day. Perhaps that will help. May you be strong in the coming months. Lots of hugs to you.

Red Rock

[spokewench]

(((Mimi))) - So sad for your loss. It is impossible to tell you how much I wish I could hug you in person. I feel your loss incredibly and know that everyone here is too.

[OakLeaf]

Mimi, my heart goes out to you and your family. Thank you for sharing your last memories of Don so beautifully. Take good care.

[VeganBikeChick]

Mimi,

What a strong woman you are. Such an eloquent post during what must be such a difficult time for you. Much love and hugs. xx

[maillotpois]

What a beautiful, peaceful exit to this world. You are one tough cookie. Please know we're here for you in the coming weeks, months when it may get a little lonelier.

Amazing that he got to go to med school. He's got a lot to teach those whippersnappers. :)

[aka_kim]

Mimi, thank you for sharing his last moments. My condolences to you and your family.

[emily_in_nc]

Mimi -- thank you for sharing that touching story. Blessings to you and your family.

[jdubble]

Oh Mimi, I am so incredibly sorry, but am relieved he's no longer suffering, and that he left this world surrounded by those who loved him. Take good care of yourself in these coming days/weeks/months. You're in my thoughts.

[Trek420]

((( Mimi and Mimi family ))) So sorry for your loss. I wish we'd gotten to ride with Don. It was something I'd wished for moving here to the PNW. However I know the world is a better place just because he'd been here. Knott rode for him yesterday and I'll ride for him today. :o

[Jo-n-NY]

Mimi thank you for sharing an update at this most difficult time. I came on here in hopes that Don's bike was found and now completely shocked. My heart goes out to you and your family. {{{{hugs to all of you}}}}

[redrhodie]

I rode for him today, too.

[Wahine]

Mimi, thank you for sharing the events of Don's last hours. I'm am glad he had his family with him and music, Love all around.

It's fitting that Don continues to help others, even in his death. I was always so thankful for the people that donated their bodies so that those studying to be heathcare professionals could benefit. I'm glad that Don made it to med school.

I'm sure that while his body is helping to educate on this plane, his spirit is bringing all of his goodness to whatever the next plane is.

To quote another TE'r, "Tailwinds, Don."

[jobob]

This lovely tribute to Donald and his family was posted to his fb page.

I choose joy (http://consider-revising.tumblr.com/post/27545985999/ichoosejoy)

[sbctwin]

{{{{Mimi}}}} Thank you for sharing. My condolences to you and your family.

[wackyjacky1]

Heartbreak! Deepest condolences and prayers for strength go out to you.

[BikeLady]

{{{{{Mimi}}}}}

Your description of Don's last hours was beautiful! (Although the bit about him going to med school got me laughing until I was crying again) It's amazing how much people we only know from the internet can come to mean to us. I will always treasure his words on Bikejournal about how he dealt with wanting his life back. They give me strength when everything seems to be too much. He was a blessing to so many.

You are in my prayers.

[Aggie_Ama]

((((MIMI))))

Thank you for sharing his last hours, it was beautiful and it sounds like he did it his way. From what we have gotten to know of him through you he wouldn't have had it any other way. I hope through his body and his fundraising for the bike many people's lives are enriched. Take care and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Cynedra]

Cancer sucks.

Hugs to you and your family. It sounds like it was a nice send off to a wonderful person. To be surrounded by your family is truly the way to go. My FIL was able to do that with all of his family members and it is still remembered five years later.

Maybe the bike was lifted a few days early so it will be in his new place to ride.

[chosen1]

Mimi, even though I'm typically a lurker around here, I have been reading about you and RD and my deepest condolences go out to you and your sons and family at this time. Will keep you guys in my prayers.

[Pax]

((((Mimi)))) I'm so sorry to hear about Don, soft warm healing thoughts headed your way.

[PamNY]

Mimi, thank you for telling us about Don's last day. I hope for peace and comfort for you and your family.

[Atlas]

My most sincere condolences to you and your family.

[limewave]

Mimi, there are no words. My condolences to you and your family.

[spindizzy]

Mimi and sons- My deepest condolences. You have so many memories to cherish- may they help you through this time of profound sadness.

[zoom-zoom]

I am kind of in awe of your writing about Don's last hours. Not only is it beautiful, but it shows us all the right way to die. I know that sounds weird, but so often, death is so medicalized.

This. Hospice care is so amazing...it allowed my FIL a dignified passing at home. Mimi, I am so thankful that you had family there with you. I hope Don's physical body can do much to help doctors learn and teach and make life more comfortable for others.

(((Mimi)))

[AppleTree]

My heart goes out to you and your family...what a special soul he must have been to have his loss reverberate so far and wide, even with folks who didn't know him personally.

[sookiesue]

My thoughts are with you and your family. We lost my mother-in-law to cancer on the same date, 4 years ago. She also passed peacefully at home, with family around her. I don't know where your beliefs lie, but I like to visualize Jean welcoming Don to the next existence, pain-free and strong again.

Whatever 'heaven' is, there must be bikes there, right?

[ShubieGA]

Condolences to you and your family Mimi. :( But so wonderful that Don passed surrounded by love.

[Wahine]

I like to visualize Jean welcoming Don to the next existence, pain-free and strong again.

Whatever 'heaven' is, there must be bikes there, right?

Love this. Yes, there must be bikes.

[Trek420]

Love this. Yes, there must be bikes.

Yes. And now there's pie. :o

[Biciclista]

yes. And now there's pie. :o:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p

[colby]

Mimi, it's an honor for you to share with us his final moments; surrounded by music and love. Tailwinds of the heart to Don, you, your sons, and your families.

PS: Medical school, very cool. Even as his life ended, he still goes on to help others. Awesome.

[Grog]

Thank you for sharing your story of Donald's last day Mimi. I admire the strength and positive outlook that you both display.

I'm sure there's also JAM in heaven now. (Can we have the recipe of his plum butter I read about?)

Sending much love your way.

[Biciclista]

Grog, I am sorry to inform you that he doesn't have a recipe for plum butter! you just cook plums, add sugar to taste, and cook until it thickens!!

[solobiker]

So sorry Mimi. My thoughts are with you and your family. { hugs }

[Grog]

Grog, I am sorry to inform you that he doesn't have a recipe for plum butter! you just cook plums, add sugar to taste, and cook until it thickens!!

Awesome. I'll make some in his honour, Thanks!!

[Fredwina]

Hope you enjoy:
http://youtu.be/kOftn2RXR8Y

[bmccasland]

Hope you enjoy:
http://youtu.be/kOftn2RXR8Y

Video has been taken down? :confused::(

[Biciclista]

you're not the only one who found nothing at the link

[salsabike]

She says she's fixing it...think she used some music that was copyrighted and that got it blocked.

[Raindrop]

Your post was so touching about the end of life for your Don. I'm sorry for your loss and hope all the love you're receiving from this special board helps.

((((((Mimi))))

[anorange]

Mimi,
I am so sorry for your loss. I joined the Seattle Randonneurs a little too late to get to know Don well, but I know he's a legend! I hope he's riding happy trails in heaven.

[Fredwina]

Yes, i had take it dow after You tube blocked it everywhere but Uzbekstan and Western Somoa due to a copyright issue on "Brown Eyed Handsome man" by Chuck Berry or "Peace in the Valley" By Elvis Presley and the Jordanaires. I forgot to come over here and delete the post:o
I've fixed it. Unless R. Crumb and the Cheap Suit Seranarders complain:
http://youtu.be/26N3bcjT5Vs

[bmccasland]

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/seattletimes/obituary.aspx?n=donald-edward-boothby&pid=158705104#fbLoggedOut

Saw it while reading this morning's paper.

[Biciclista]

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/seattletimes/obituary.aspx?n=donald-edward-boothby&pid=158705104#fbLoggedOut

Saw it while reading this morning's paper.

THANK YOU. I couldn't find it!!!

[redrhodie]

Yesterday I was working at a show in CT, where I stopped in a small grocery store and noticed their homemade donuts. I haven't had a donut in maybe 10 years, but I thought of Donald, and had one on his behalf. It was delicious.

[indysteel]

What a wonderful tribute, as was the one that Jobob linked to. I read through some of Don's blog over the last few days and was richly rewarded. I'm so sorry for his untimely passing, but boy does it sound like he got a lot of his years on this earth.

[smittykitty]

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Thanks for sharing this wonderful man with us. Oh, you are a lucky lady to have had him in your life.

Remember we are always here ANYTIME. Stay with us, you've been such an inspiration yourself. Please let us help you now. We have missed you.

And yes, you will miss him! May you find peace in this sad time.

PS, I really love pie, I will definitely be thinking of him with the next big piece!

[Biciclista]

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Thanks for sharing this wonderful man with us. Oh, you are a lucky lady to have had him in your life.

Remember we are always here ANYTIME. Stay with us, you've been such an inspiration yourself. Please let us help you now. We have missed you.

And yes, you will miss him! May you find peace in this sad time.

PS, I really love pie, I will definitely be thinking of him with the next big piece!

thanks SmittyKitty

[LilBolt]

I was at the RAMROD finish line today and was thinking about him a lot. He was the "master of the water barrels" when I met him while volunteering to load trucks. I loved the "color" he provided when giving instructions to the crew. :D

Last night I read his blog and was so touched and impressed by Donald's open and honest expression of his love for Mimi and the others who were there for him this past year. I'm thankful that he shared with the world.

D.

[salsabike]

Yeah. Me too. We loved him a lot.

[Triskeliongirl]

Oh my Mimi, I am so sorry for your loss. I opened this thread thinking it was about stolen bikes, only to find out about poor Don. I didn't even know he was sick. I wish you the strength to move forward, and am sure you will find comfort from you wonderful children.

[Biciclista]

Oh my Mimi, I am so sorry for your loss. I opened this thread thinking it was about stolen bikes, only to find out about poor Don. I didn't even know he was sick. I wish you the strength to move forward, and am sure you will find comfort from you wonderful children.

Thanks Trisk,
we are doing pretty good, but I miss him SO MUCH, and I keep wondering when he's going to show up...!! :(:confused:

[Biciclista]

You know, a dear friend told me she thinks Katrina(the bike) just left because she couldn't bear to never be ridden by Donald again.

[Wahine]

You know, a dear friend told me she thinks Katrina(the bike) just left because she couldn't bear to never be ridden by Donald again.

That brings tears to my eyes.

[jdubble]

That brings tears to my eyes.

it sure does.

[NbyNW]

You know, a dear friend told me she thinks Katrina(the bike) just left because she couldn't bear to never be ridden by Donald again.

On that note, I had been entertaining the notion that if bikes have souls (and I believe they do!), maybe Katrina was waiting for Donald on the other side ...

[laura*]

we are doing pretty good, but I miss him SO MUCH, and I keep wondering when he's going to show up...!! :(:confused:

Hugs.

I haven't commented in these threads before because I didn't want to be a downer: About two years ago I lost an online acquaintance to the same cancer as Don. She went so fast - just two weeks from diagnosis. And looking back in her blog, just two months from the first symptom that something's wrong.

It is hard. For months my brain expected her to blog about the "experience". She was also active in an online role playing game. I expected to read about her plans for her characters. Now that she had "inside privilege" and unlimited playing time, was she going to run different types of characters, perhaps matching her own status? It took my brain a long time to accept that none of these things were going to happen.

[spokewench]

Mimi: I've been thinking about you so much in the last few days. Last Wednesday my Sister and Mom came up to visit from their hometown of Tucson. We lost my beloved brother in law, Hartman, to colon cancer a few years ago and he is still sorely missed. My sister was up in our area to go to Hopi homedance (Kachinas) for the first time since Hartman passed. He was Hopi and always participated in his religious part at homedance so it was hard for her to go back without him, but she made it with flying colors!

Part of homedance is always lots of baking and we spent all day Wednesday baking pies at my house (cherry and apple) so I spent the day thinking of Hartman and thinking of you and Don.

There are things that form connections all over the world and I just wanted to share with you our experience this week and the connections that are felt all around the country to you and Don.

Spoke

[Owlie]

You know, a dear friend told me she thinks Katrina(the bike) just left because she couldn't bear to never be ridden by Donald again.

It's really dusty in here all of a sudden. *sniff*

[Biciclista]

that's really beautiful, Spoke. and thanks Laura!

[withm]

Everytime this thread pops up in "New Posts" I think, "Oh good, the bike has come home!"

I'd like to think that one of Donald's well-meaning friends appropriated the bike to tune it up, and get it all clean and nice for him to use as soon as he recovered. Now the current possessor of the bike is probably filled with remorse because he didn't get it done in time, and he's too embarassed to return it.

[Trek420]

Everytime this thread pops up in "New Posts" I think, "Oh good, the bike has come home!"

I'd like to think that one of Donald's well-meaning friends appropriated the bike to tune it up, and get it all clean and nice for him to use as soon as he recovered. Now the current possessor of the bike is probably filled with remorse because he didn't get it done in time, and he's too embarassed to return it.

Sadly I don't think that's the case. :(

Now every black/red lugged steel bike I see here causes a gasp and a 2nd look. I think we had momentum for a coordinated routine of search especially with the good folks on bike journal.

Unless that's going on separately I think the grief and feeling of loss of Don took the wind out of the sails at least for a bit. I for one feel whoever has Katrina she's not there. Bikes have a soul and hers is riding with Don. :cool:

So maybe the crook is lying low for a while with the bike and thinks people have forgotten and will take it out in a while ... but no. We will never forget Don. I for one will be looking.

Karma's a b*tch so I expect to find the thief by the side of the road or doored with Katrina nearby and unharmed.

[Biciclista]

I was at R & E bikes talking to Smiley the other day; my son is thinking of replacing Katrina with a Rodriguez. I asked Smiley what they do when someone rolls in with a Davidson like that for sale. He said "they never do - they come in with really good components for sale and throw away the frame." If that's true, for real, Katrina is dead too. Gone with Donald.

[Pax]

I'm sorry, Mimi.

[indysteel]

I'm sorry, Mimi.

Me, too. It's just heartbreaking.

[Trek420]

Also us. :( Counterbalance cycles said they do get crooks with obviously stolen bikes or "hot" bikes there. They confront them, ask a lot of questions and most often the perp leaves ... without the bike. The wrench I talked to said he has punched a guy out.

I do not sense he was saying this just to make me feel better about reporting a friends bike stolen. I think it happens.

Still it's very sad. :( I am so sorry.

[OakLeaf]

(((((Mimi)))))

Maybe she left to prepare the way for him, find all the best roads before he got there.

What if you include Katrina's memory in the dedication ceremony for the hospital bikes? Then whenever a patient rides those bikes, they can all ride together.

[malkin]

... I miss him SO MUCH, and I keep wondering when he's going to show up...!!

This is so familiar and sweet.
I'm hanging on to it.

[Trek420]

Bike journal posted some information about possible PNW bike theft chains:

From Portland's craigslist!

portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/3151932761.html

From Bellingham Police!

bellingham.craigslist.org/bik/3155072998.html

[Biciclista]

(((((Mimi)))))

Maybe she left to prepare the way for him, find all the best roads before he got there.

What if you include Katrina's memory in the dedication ceremony for the hospital bikes? Then whenever a patient rides those bikes, they can all ride together.

Nice sentiments here.