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Scott B Duffin <ssgtin1999@yahoo.com>
Newberg , Oregon USA - Wednesday, February 22, 2017 3:34 PM CST

It was wonderful to see you at the reunion. An unexpected surprise. I am using Jerry's computer which is something I never do. Had a great trip to Italy, my seat companion was from Redondo Beach. Small World. Say hi to Eva for us.
Friend forever, Gail Close
Gail Close
Williston, VT USA - Tuesday, November 18, 2014 10:31 AM CST

Mr Brehm~
As always thanks for the updates! Glad to hear that Mrs B is planning a spring ski day with that darling grandson of yours.
I think of you all often & if I ever do hear of anything related to TBIs I will certainly pass along.
Love & strength,
Jeannine
Jeannine Kilroy
B, CA USA - Thursday, April 3, 2014 7:42 PM CDT

Dear Dena - I did my first triathlon with you and my friend Heidi in a lake in Utah many years ago. I now live in the Seattle area and heard you are still mending. My husband and I work at Northshore Christian Church in Everett and our staff is praying for you. May you find hope during Christmas sweet girl ! Your son is growing so handsome. Am grateful for your family helping you. May the God of hope bring you peace as you trust in him. Romans 15:13
Julie Schaefer Bridwell
Everett, WA USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2013 5:12 PM CST

HELLO EVERYONE
i just want to say a big thank you to doc ANEGBE for what he has done for me,He brought back the man i loved and cherish with all my heart,A man who left me for another woman for good 3years,with 2 kids,i just decided to check some spell caster's But all kept deceiving me,Until i meant Doc ANEGBE,Who told me everything will be over i taught he was also a scam,until he told me that my ex will be back in 2days time.Am so grateful today that my ex is back to me and we are happy and he always wanna be by my side,I will advice you people not to fall in the wrong hands but to contact doc ANEGBE who his trustworthy and straight forward,You can contact him via email anegbesolutiontemple@yahoo.com

bradd jolie <lydiamoore99@gmail.com>
FLORIDA, florida usa - Wednesday, July 10, 2013 7:26 PM CDT

Mr Brehm~
Thanks for the continued posts.
Hopefully I will be able to connect with you one of these days in PV!
It looks like when I will be down next you will be back in PC for the summer. :(.
Eight years is a mind boggling - where does the time go?
Love and strength,
Jeannine K.

Jeannine
Belmont, CA - Wednesday, June 19, 2013 0:08 AM CDT

(I wrote this same message to you, Dena, on your FB page.)

I am writing you because someone told me about your experience and your recovery from TBI. My brother sustained a severe TBI 2 1/2 years ago and is on a similar slow path of recovery.

I am writing because
1) I wanted to cheer you on in your recovery! This is hard work and every little step of healing takes a lot of energy. And by what I see on your Caringbridge, it sounds like you have been giving it your all! High five.

and 2) I wanted to connect about treatment options you have experienced. I wondered if you would be open to my family asking you questions about stem cell and about other alternative treatments you have worked with. As you know, there are no clear or easy answers about how to best heal after brain injury and we on the healing path are forced to find our own resources, ideas, treatments. And the best resources we have found are other families who have been through this experience.

If you are interested in connecting, you can email me.
My brother's Caringbridge is
www.caringbridge.org/visit/landonthestuddhochstetler
Shanda Hochstetler <shandaceh@gmail.com>
- Monday, March 11, 2013 8:57 AM CDT

Happy 2013! Where has time gone? Thank you for updating the site once and awhile. I think of all of you often and am always hoping and praying for the best. We are enjoying the warmth of South Carolina, and our boys, now 10 & 11 are growing like weeds also. I'm sure I would hardly recognize Caden now - they grow so fast. I'm glad to hear Dena is riding horses and eating better. Our love and prayers to all of you!!
KAZ Burnz <Kaz@CornerstoneMountainRealty.com>
Lake Murray, SC USA - Monday, January 28, 2013 2:50 PM CST

Still thinking of and praying for you, Dena, and your whole family too. Praying for some great new medical breakthroughs and/or helpful therapies. Your light still shines. God Bless and keep you all.
Jamie Newsome <jbirdferret@gmail.com>
San Marcos, CA USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2012 7:34 PM CST

Hi Brehms & Tobby!

How are you & the puppy? I don't know where summer went - we too recently got a puppy- 'Allie' (short for Allie-gator :).
She is chocolate lab with a bit of gator in her.
Please keep us posted on when you return to PV - I hope to see you on my next visit south. I am trying to guilt Amir into planning a mini reunion (small subset of classmates) next summer - might be fun for Dena if we pull it together.

Hope you are well
Love & strength,

Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA United States - Friday, October 19, 2012 2:54 AM CDT

Dena,
I am so glad you are doing well with the horseback riding and really hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Horses just seem to listen a lot better than humans and the plus is they don't talk back they just listen!!!

Keep up the great work and keep sitting up straight! I am sure you will have some visits from Dana and the little ones when they arrive and how much fun will that be!!! I am so excited for her!

All my love
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@gmail.com>
Denton Valley, TX - Friday, August 17, 2012 9:34 AM CDT

Hey Bean just checking in I hear you are back in sunny CA for a while and I hope you and the family are doing well. I do miss checking in I have to make more of a point to do so more often. I am always wondering and thinking about you though.
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@gmail.com>
Abilene, TX - Wednesday, May 30, 2012 12:07 AM CDT

Hope Dena had a good visit with Caden. Her "sippy cup breakthrough" is very exciting and is surely a sign of more good to come.
Diane Bassett <diane@dianebassett.com>
PVE, CA USA - Friday, April 13, 2012 0:11 AM CDT

Hello again Brehms! I'm so excited to hear about your puppy!! (I just caught up on some old posts of yours). If you need any training help, or need to borrow a crate or an "ex-pen" please don't hestitate to contact me. I've got anything you could possibly need in the dog department. We can also offer a "puppy play date" at our house in the backyard (which is wheelchair accessible-- Dena might enjoy it!) All the best,
Diane Bassett <diane@dianebassett.com>
PVE, CA 90274 - Saturday, March 24, 2012 0:50 AM CDT

Hello Brehms! I'm so glad to hear you're back in PV, we've been thinking of you and wanting to reconnect. I love the photo of Dena and Caden. I want you to know that I have never forgotten the conversation we had about your desire for a community optimized for the needs of people with disabilities that is located close to medical and other (physical therapy, etc) services, and am keeping my ears open. I did read an article about a couple who started such a place near Santa Barbara, optimized for people with autism, and I'm wondering if speaking to those people might be a good networking contact for you that might lead to something interesting (either a community already formed or forming, or connections to others seeking the same concept who might be able to help build it). Dennis and I have taken sailing lessons since we last saw you, and have joined the Redondo Beach Sailing Club. Thank you for that wonderful night at the KHYC. We hope to see you again soon (we're both traveling a lot for business right now but would love to schedule a dinner with you. Please give Dena my best.
Diane Bassett <diane@dianebassett.com>
PVE, CA USA - Thursday, March 22, 2012 9:18 AM CDT

Hi Bob & Eva and Dena. It's a been awhile since I've we've spoke, but a day doesn't go by with you ALL in our Prayers.
GOD BLESS you !

L@@KING forward to seeing ya'all in the Southbay. Please tell Dena her friend Amir is always thinking about her, and can't wait to hang ! Bob, I owe you a drink (or two) for all that you do - Mr Incredible, and of course cuz you're the bomb-diggity. Eva -we need to catch up Girl !!!

Talk soon

Amir

Amir Dia <amirdia@hotmail.com>
Torrance, CA USA - Thursday, March 22, 2012 0:16 AM CDT

Hi Brehm Family~

Thanks for continuing to update the site Mr Brehm. I will certainly let you know of anything I learn of that might be something to pursue in regards to improving Dena's condition. It breaks my heart to read about Caden grasping his mom's condition - thank heavens he has the BEST grandparents a kid could hope for at his side.

Love and stregth,
Jeannine
Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA United States - Wednesday, March 21, 2012 11:43 PM CDT

Hello! My Name is Elyse Wiberg I was Deena's roomate several years ago at south Davis Community Hospital in Bountiful, Utah for a short while, dering that time I had the wonderful oppertunity to meet Deena and become friends with her, her husband christian, and her parents eve and bob!:) Deena and Christain how are both doing? whats new with both of you, eve and bob, and caden? miss all of you! thinking of
all of you! hope to hear from you soon! Elyse
Elyse Wiberg <romance.reader410@gmal.com>
Placerville, California USA - Friday, March 16, 2012 8:37 PM CDT

Hi Brehms! I was just staring at my wall where I taped the holiday photo of you. I have been delinquent in signing on the the CB site, but do think of you often. Very glad to hear you have such an in tune PT there who is making the effort to ween Dena off of some medicine. Beautiful day here in the Bay Area today (it was actually warm - something this SoCal whimp doesn't get enough of!).
hoping that I make my way to PV when you are down there.
Love & strength,
Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA - Thursday, February 23, 2012 1:15 AM CST

Hi Bob & Eva...Glad you made it home safely from Florida and that Dena and Tobby are doing well :) Robby sent me a picture of the new little guy and he is very cute ! Also glad you are back home with Caden for the holidays.
James and I are in London and last night we took the tube out to Chalk Farm and saw the house Dena and I lived in so long ago with Emily, Erin etc....We also went to dinner at the Pembroke Pub, such fun seeing our old stomping grounds.
Hopefully I can come see you in either PC or PV in the new year.....Miss you and love you...oxox Dana
Dana
- Monday, December 12, 2011 4:18 PM CST

Thanksgiving Greetings:) I had a great visit with Dena and Julie West in my dream last night! It was great laughing in the dream and feeling we are still connected over the years. Giving thanks for all of our lives! BLESS
Emily Vogt <eavlight@juno.com>
- Thursday, November 24, 2011 3:04 PM CST

Hi Dena!
Liz just reminded me that today is your birthday, so I am writing to wish you a very happy birthday. Love to you and to your parents and Robbie. See you next year!
Love, Janet
Janet White <janetwhiteinpve@yahoo.com>
Palos Verdes Estates, CA USA - Wednesday, November 2, 2011 12:17 AM CDT

Where are you all? I want to see you this next week. See you soon.
pamela Dore <peakproduction@gmail.com>
- Wednesday, October 5, 2011 11:15 PM CDT

Dearest Brehm Family~ Emily and ELijah here on Vashon! Thinking of you all so often! Sending out much much LOVE and Big Big HUGS! Hope you have safe journies to visit Robbie and Family. You all are in my heart, always!
Emily Vogt <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon, WA USA - Tuesday, October 4, 2011 11:20 AM CDT

Hello Dena, Bob, Eva, and Caden! We are enjoying the 80degree weather here in South Carolina. We are keeping busy with work and still playing and coaching soccer. The boys are back in school, 4th and 5th grade this year. My how time flies!! We really appreciate your updates, and are hoping to head out that way over the Christmas holidays. If you are still around, we will try to see you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you as always!
KAZ, Jon, Nicholas, Christopher, Sunny & Shelby Burnz <kaz@realtor.com>
Lake Murray, SC USA - Wednesday, September 28, 2011 10:31 AM CDT

The Class of '86 is very excited to have the Brehms as special guests at the 25th. We look very forward to seeing you. Thanks for making it happen Mr & Mrs Brehm - you are the best of the best of parents!
Love & strength & see you on the 13th!

Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA - Wednesday, August 10, 2011 2:32 AM CDT

Hi kids
Think about you often! Wish I was heading to Oregon with you bc it's just miserable here in Texas! I think we are going to break every heat record that's on the books this week. Hope the reunion was a fun time with the old pv high schoolers! Am trying to figure out how to get out to see you guys this fall. Work is nuts, which is good, nerdy was just in for a long weekend and we had a blast! Really miss bean! Kisses all around. Especially the munchkin!
Hugs
Er
Erin embry <Erin. Embry@ kohler. com>
Dallas, Tx - Wednesday, August 3, 2011 3:16 PM CDT

You've all been in my thoughts. Hope your 4th of July was good. Naples had lots of fireworks, but many places I'm told did not have them due to a dry season. We're having rain everyday so the grass is green. Johnny-boy turned 50 years old and we had a surprise birthday party for him in Miami. McCormicks and some of the ol gang from yesteryear were asking about you. My brother's cancer is back with a vengence so I'll probably be traveling to Illinois this summer. Early September I leave for Poland with the group from church. So happy you all are able to spend some time in Calif., but I know it's hard to leave Caden. My love and prayers to each of you.
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, fl USA - Tuesday, July 5, 2011 2:40 PM CDT

Hello,(sorry,I do not speak english)J.Angel soy de salamanca (spain)y creo que conoc� a Dena en el verano de 1987, ella estaba de vacaciones en espa�a y nos conocimos en una piscina de salamanca,noestoy creo que es esta chica pero no estoy seguro, me gustaria saber si es ella pues aunque fu� hace muchos a�os, guardo un recuerdo maravilloso de ella, thank you
J. Angel sanchez <txarrito@gmail.com>
laredo, espa�a - Saturday, July 2, 2011 7:24 AM CDT

Hello Eva, Bob, Dena & Caden!! It's always good to hear about your adventures and going ons. . .we are still enjoying life on the Lake in HOT Carolina. The boys now 9 & 10, have been busy with soccer, baseball and now swim team, plus some wakeboarding. Burnzie & I are still kicking the ball, and on the water when we are not working. No snow here though. LOL Hoping to get back to Park City over the summer, and hoping to see you then. If you are feeling adventurous, you are always welcome to visit us here. Our love and prayers are with all of you today and always!
KAZ & the boyz <kaz@realtor.com>
Ballentine, SC - Sunday, June 12, 2011 8:44 PM CDT

Spoke to Dad today said you are all getting together soon, I am so glad to hear that wish I could be there too! Sending all my love xoxo
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Wednesday, May 18, 2011 4:30 PM CDT

Hugs to you guys....love you all so much!!
Anita & Shane <anitaolemiss@gmail.com>
Kamas, UT - Monday, May 2, 2011 9:47 AM CDT

Thinking of you today. Love you and sending prayers.
Malia
- Friday, April 29, 2011 0:31 AM CDT

Hi, so glad you are in sunny, CA and that you have found therapists for Dena. Tell her that her cousin says to work hard and I love her. My love and continued prayers to all of you.
Karen Wilson <kj57@juno.com>
Columbus, GA USA - Saturday, March 26, 2011 5:14 PM CDT

Hi beAn, bob and eva-
So sorry it's been so long since I've written. It was great to talk to Eva last mOnth! Glad you're back in sunny and southern cal. Miss you guys! Going to Buffett on may 21 st here. Always think of bean and newell when I hear and see him. Fond memories from college. Enjoy your trip and will check in soon!!!
Xoxo
Er
Erin embry <Erin. Embry@kohler.com>
Big d, Tx - Thursday, March 24, 2011 3:13 PM CDT

Glad to hear all is well in Sunny Southern California :) I am working on getting there to see you all before you head back to PC..As always great talking to Eva the other day...Enjoy yourselves...oxox love you, Dana
dana
toronto, - Tuesday, March 22, 2011 9:09 AM CDT

HI Guys,
Glad your enjoying sunny CA. I'm sure Caden misses you as well as all here in Park City. Thinking of you and sending lots of hugs your way!

Love, Anita
Anita & Shane Myers <anitaolemiss@gmail.com>
Park City, UT USA - Wednesday, March 16, 2011 12:50 AM CDT

Hello Brehm's back in PV Land how exciting!!! It's been awhile since checking in but I had to give Dena a toast and tell her I will be kissing the Blarney Stone for my Birthday as in usual fashion for her not at Hennessey's as in tradition but I'm sure it still counts!!!

All my love
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX USA - Wednesday, March 16, 2011 12:14 AM CDT

Hello Brehms~

So my computer went sideways on me & that turned things upsdie down for bit - so depend. on these machines these days. In any case I was very overdue for a visit to the site. Enjoying the photos of Dena & Caden very much.
Jealous that you are back in PV - very happy you are in warmer weather. And hope to be able to visit you during my next visit.

Love & Strength,
Jeannine Kilroy
Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA - Monday, February 21, 2011 3:47 PM CST

Missing you all.
Pamela Dore <peakproduction@gmail.com>
PC, UT USA - Tuesday, February 15, 2011 9:05 PM CST

I am fortunate enough to teach PE for your son Caden and just wanted to say that he is an amazing kid to have in class. Best wishes from our school and please let us know if we can ever help.
Nate Brown <nbrown@pcschools.us>
Park City, UT USA - Monday, February 14, 2011 1:45 PM CST

Good to hear you all are settling in....Glad you made it back to PV safely and can enjoy the warmer weather :)I will try and make it out for a visit while you are there...Will call you later this week to catch up :) oxox love to you all...Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, February 10, 2011 8:41 AM CST

Mr. & Mrs. Brehm,
You are so amazing. I know you must feel the love and support that we all send you. Dena is such a gift. My daughters love to hear "Dena Stories" (I think because they usually implicate me too!) We have so many great memories. The simple times of playing outside and creating adventure. Thinking about our life in Lunada Bay can always make my heart warm. I am going to drive up to PV when you are here. I miss you all so much!! God Bless you all.
Jennifer Pusheck McQueen <jennifermcqueen2@mac.com>
Olivenhain, Ca - Friday, January 28, 2011 1:19 PM CST

It's been a while since I've posted, but wanted Dena to know I was thinking of her! We didn't get Christmas cards out this year, but seasons greetings to you all and I hope 2011 brings much happiness and many blessings for all of you! I love the pic of Dena and Caden where it looks like he's holding a necklace. Dena looks so happy!

Laurie (Tyler) Wilson <jwpilot70@aol.com>
Collierville, TN - Saturday, January 8, 2011 11:01 PM CST

Aha-- just found this site! So sorry we missed you all when you were in PV-- I look forward to meeting Caden next time. Love the photos. I loved how Dena's face was so relaxed and happy in one of them (with Caden). I just saw the photo of Dena from kindergarten-- that is EXACTLY how I remember her. That's the age she was when I babysat that summer. Adorable, truly precious. I'll bet Caden has that same sparkle. Looking forward to seeing you here when you return.
Diane Bassett <diane@dianebassett.com>
PVE, CA USA - Tuesday, November 9, 2010 6:17 PM CST

Great talking to you all on Dena's b-day...Safe travels to you as you take off for Florida !! oxox Dana
Dana
Toronto, - Sunday, November 7, 2010 7:40 PM CST

Happy to hear the roadtrip was a success Mr. & Mrs Brehm! I like the new photos too! Was down in PV briefly this last wknd - what great weather. I wished i checked the website sooner b/c I probably could have caught you & Dena in PV.

Please keep us posted as to when you think you will return again from UT.

Love & Strength,
Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont , CA USA - Friday, August 20, 2010 3:10 PM CDT

Now, that is awesome that you are doing some traveling!It's stopping to smell the roses whether they are in PV, Calif. or in Oregon. I'm sure Dena is enjoying the traveling with mom and dad,too. So many just get stuck in a rut day in and day out. As long as you are able to get the physical therapy needed for Dena the WORLD should be your playground. We (40 plus attended)had a great reunion in Lake Geneva.Your names were brought up often with hopes that the next reunion will be one you can make bringing both your grandchildren. That'll be in two years, but we have no idea who the host family will be yet; it's good to gather for life-loving reasons. Enjoy your travels back to UT. My love to all of you. My brother and his wife are coming for a visit in September. Michael's cancer is in remission so we have much to thank God for these days. For every bead on my rosary I pray for someone; Dena is right there with all those I love and remember. Connie
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Wednesday, August 18, 2010 8:03 PM CDT

Give my best wishes to Caden - hard to believe he is six already. Well the family reunion is over. It was fabulous and all of you were missed. We shared many wonderful stories and had a lot of laughs. I sent you pictures via shutterfly. Lynn, et al didn't attend, nor Natalie and family. Natalie was moving into her new home. I'm at my brother, Michael's house. Was supposed to fly out from Milwaukee on Friday,but airport flooded and it closed. Nature dictates sometimes. So now I fly out on Sunday. My visit with Michael is wonderful; the cancer is taking it's toll, but he's had some great days which I am so fortunate to share. He even took me out on the lake (driving a bit faster than I like!) It sounds like Dena's day is filled with activity. My prayers are alway with her. Thank you so much, Bob, for your postings. I know some days you just don't feel like doing them. It's easy for all of us to get wrapped up in our own lives and not reach out. You are a beautiful person. My love to you and Eva.
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, fl USA - Saturday, July 24, 2010 12:16 AM CDT

Dena, Bob, & Eva,
The first time I ever really took note of how people band together and pull for someone was when Dena was in the accident. I remember watching the "hit counter" on the site go from hundreds to thousands to tens of thousands in such a short amount of time. All of those people were thinking of her, praying for her, and sending positive thoughts her way. It was really very moving to know that there is so much good in the world, so many people who just want to help. I was reminded of that once again when last week my friend's dad went missing (just 9 days before his daughter was to be married). The same kind of love and support has been outpoured on her and her family. After an exhaustive and grueling search of the 1500 acre park where his car was found abandoned, there is still no sign of him. I know there are so many good people who read this site. Please send some of that positive energy to my friend's family. They really need it. If you'd like to read the story, you can click on the below link:

http://www.kansascity.com/2010/07/12/2079457/search-is-on-for-larry-schnackenberg.html

Thank you for allowing me to travel on this journey with you. I think it has made me a stronger and more faithful person today.

Much love to you all,
Jennifer
Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Wednesday, July 14, 2010 11:54 PM CDT

Bean, Bob, Eva and Munchkin-
So glad you're back in PC. Just had a client that we are working on their house up there. She said the weather was perfect last week, a bit cold, which compared to Tejas right now, could be in the 90's! Happy birthday to the little man. I always remember his birthday b/c it the same day that I finally moved into my house.Can't believe he is already 6! I hope Bean is feeling better soon with the feeding tube. Love and miss you guys!
many hugs and have a terrific rest of the summer.
xoxo-
Er
erin <erin.embry@kohler.com>
dallas, tx - Wednesday, July 14, 2010 10:06 AM CDT

Missing you all mucho! The summer has finally come to the Pacific NW YEAH! Dena, i look forward in coming down in September perhaps, to see y'all and the family...especially Caden! Lots of love and gratitude for you being you and taking such great care of Dena STAR! many many many HUGS!
Emily & Elijah <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon, WA - Wednesday, July 7, 2010 12:13 AM CDT

Uncle Bob,
Thanks for updating us. Sorry to hear Dean is having trouble, hope the new tubes do the trick. We will keep her and you guys in our prayers extra special on the 23rd! We (GB, John & myself) are all here in Orlando at Lynn's for David's graduation. Connie left yesterday. David graduated Wed., then we celebrated Lynn's b-day Thurs (while everyone was here, eventhough it isn't until 6-19) and today is John's birthday. Cousin Leslie is in Orlando with Dr. Michael, his daughter and granddaughter so we will get together with them tonight. That is the news from this side of the Brehm clan. We all send our love and prayers. Miss ya'll (couldn't help throwing in that southern "ya'll").
Love,
Karen
Karen Wilson <kj57@juno.com>
Cataula, GA - Saturday, June 12, 2010 10:28 AM CDT

Bean, bean, bean-
been out in San Fran for mcguire training and thought about our girls trip here over eight years ago! Thought about you and Mel-Mel the whole time
our big corporate dinner was at la coloniel , which was the totally groovy Thai restaurant we stumbled on , on that back alley that was awesome!
How weird is that???? When I wAlked in I kept thinking I've been here before but didn't dawn on me until we were standing at the bar, imagine that??? Ha!
Miss you
hope you had a wnderful trip to California and get to see caden soon!
Xoxo- er
Erin <Coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, - Monday, June 7, 2010 5:29 PM CDT

Hello Bob, Eva, & Dena,

Glad to hear you have escaped the ongoing snow and winter in Park City with a trip to California for some sunshine! I too remember when I first heard about Dena's accident via email. However, I know what a vibrant, exciting wonderful person she was and still is somewhere inside there. It's also hard to believe how much Caden has grown. My boys are now 8 & 9 themselves and busy with baseball adn soccer. We are sending our love and prayers your way. xoxo KAZ
KAZ Burnz <kaz@realtor.com>
PARK CITY, SC - Monday, May 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT

Hi Mr Brehm~

Your comment, 'Please remember Dena as the wounderful young lady you knew and she still is a sweetheart and has a great attitude' strikes a chord with us all. She will always be remembered as one of a VERY few people on this planet that NOBODY had an unkind thing to say about. That is they way I describe Dena to anyone who didnt know her. And she will always be thought of that way. I know your posts are touching many of us. We appreciate you taking the time to keep us up to date. I hope I can sneak down to PV before you depart in June. Do you know what date you will be leaving for UT?
Love & Strength,
Jeannine
Jeannine Kilroy <jenkilroy@aol.com>
San Mateo, CA - Monday, May 17, 2010 0:51 AM CDT

So many share the sadness of the day Dena was in the accident leaving her with brain trauma, but we cannot dwell on yesterday,or worry about tomorrow. All we have is today. It will be 5 years in September that your brother, my sweetheart died. We are ever joyfilled to have Dena alive. She has more spirit than many of us. She'll always be your 'little girl' Bob. It's a daddy thing! I am so hoping that all of you will be joining us at the G & C Reunion in Wisconsin this summer. We all love you so much. That is the other thing I remember from 5 years ago - Dena was planning on coming to the reunion and having Caden meet all his cousins! Safe travels going back to Utah in June. All of you are in my prayers. Connie
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, fl USA - Saturday, May 15, 2010 8:26 PM CDT

Guys,
Be thankful she is alive and a spark remains. I love all of you and do the right thing and stay by her side...
Love,
Max
Max Rosenberg <maxpilot@cox.net>
Santa Barbara, CA USA - Thursday, May 6, 2010 10:44 PM CDT

Bean, bob , Eva and munchkin-
not a day goes by that I don't think about you my friend. Came across that old collage you made me for a birthday back in the day, all filled with our semester in London and wild eurorail tales... Ha!
I hadn't looked at it in years and couldn't believe I still had it!
Too many good times and laughter. I'm glad we can still laugh together. I'll remember the old times and remind you(yes, I know, how friggin scary is that... Considering the brain cells we burned up back then! )
miss you and hang in there
hope you are enjoying the California sunshine, sea salt wind on your face and friends from the pv days !
Love you-
xoxo
er
Erin <Coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, Tx - Monday, May 3, 2010 6:45 PM CDT

Hello Brehm's,
You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Glad you are in PV. I dont always write but check up on status weekly. Nexttime Im in PV I'd love to come by and see Dena. Wont be for a while as I gotta go to Stanford Med. and have my hip replacement re-done. Take care and stay in touch.
Billy Burke and Family
Morro Bay, CA
Bill Burke <BBurke999@gmail.com>
Morro Bay, CA USA - Thursday, April 29, 2010 12:41 AM CDT

Bob,Eva & Dena,

I too will never forget the day I received the call that our sweet Dena had been injured. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all. Dena is a strong and powerful women, she has always been and will always be an amazing friend!!

Bob Happy Birthday to you....we love you guys :~)
Myers <anitaolemiss@gmail.com>
Park City, ut - Wednesday, April 28, 2010 11:46 PM CDT

Hello Dena (and Bob and Eva too). I stumbled on your Facebook page thru Dana's, which led me to this site. I am still absorbing this news about my sweet old friend from the U of A and trying to process your journey over these past five years. The last time I saw you must have been at least ten years ago in Park City at the Sundance Festival. It was so great to literally run into your smiling face on Main Street that day. It seems that you are back in California now. I live just up the street in Westwood with my wife and three little daughters. It would be great to come see you if you would be up for a visit from an old college buddy. Perhaps I could even dig up some nutty photos from out time in London (Napoleon anyone?)..where I also remember meeting your kind mom. Email me at this address and let me know if you would be up for it. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your awesome family. Hope to hear from you. Love, --Mike Clements (aka Clem)
Mike Clements <mclements@goodhumortv.com>
Los Angeles, CA United States - Thursday, April 15, 2010 1:01 AM CDT

Bean, bob and Eva-
so glad you guys are back in pv.
Nice weather, good friends, ocean and sand. So glad to hear about bean's therapy.
Think about you guys often. Thanks for the updates!
Hugs
er
Erin embry <Coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, Tx - Sunday, April 11, 2010 8:56 PM CDT

Hi Bob and Eva, Sounds like you are having a wonderful time and that Dena is enjoying the sunshine also. You all deserve these good sun-filled days. And there's nothing better than to be around friends. Update the photos in caringbridge and show everyone your suntans! You are in my prayers! The Reunion is in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin in July. Brehms, Mravics, McCormicks, Spychalskis It'll be like the United Nations.
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, fl USA - Sunday, April 11, 2010 6:18 PM CDT

Hi Bob and Eva!

I am delighted to hear Dena is making progress, my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Erik Berry <erikberry@hotmail.com>
Redondo Beach, CA 90278 - Sunday, April 4, 2010 10:49 AM CDT

Congrat--with the new health reform. from Norway!!!!!
Palina jakobsen <tor-palina@hotmail.com>
Oslo, norway - Monday, March 22, 2010 2:05 AM CDT

I wish I was there to visit and to help. How long will you guys be staying in PV? As I always say, I think of you often and am always sending love and good wishes.

Jennifer

Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Thursday, March 18, 2010 7:57 PM CDT

Wow- back in PV! That is so great to hear. It will be great to see you all during SoCal visits (& as you'd imagine they tend to happen more frequently that UT trips). My brother Tom recently volunteered at Horse Program on Kauai & I have heard of one here in the Bay Area. So if the on near PV doesnt open up, there are other options :) Thanks very much for making time to do the posts Mr Brehm.
Love & Strength (& looking very forward to seeing you on my next visit to PV).
Jeannine
Jeannine Kilroy
San Mateo, CA USA - Monday, March 15, 2010 1:25 AM CDT

Bob, Eva, Dena & Robby,

Thank you again for a great visit last week. I had such fun hanging out with you guys, laughing, telling funny stories and having dinner. It felt like old times !
Dena seemed to be in good spirits. I think she is glad to be back in PV by the ocean! As always, I am in awe of the three of you and your dedication and love that remains such a big part of her rehabilitation. She is so lucky to have such amazing parents and a wonderful brother (even if you do still bug her sometimes Robby :)....I wish I was closer so that I could visit more often, but please know you are always in my thoughts and prayers !! love you, Dana oxoxo
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
Palo Alto, CA - Saturday, February 27, 2010 7:48 PM CST

Hi Dena, Bob and Eva,

Thinking of you all the time and loving the fact that you are back in PV. We will be down in April to see you all. Can't wait. Until then, much love from all of us.

Liz, Matt, Sadie and Joachim

Liz Tucker <liz.tucker@yahoo.com>
Truckee, CA USA - Tuesday, February 23, 2010 6:57 PM CST

Sending much love. I think about you all every day!
Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Tuesday, February 23, 2010 8:29 AM CST

Thinking about you all. We hope CA. is warm & sunny. I'm sure it's wonderful to be away from the snow and cold winter weather. We are ready for spring and sunny weather here in WA. We think of you everyday, sending hugs your way.

Love, Anita & Shane
Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA. - Wednesday, February 10, 2010 12:32 AM CST

Sending lots of love and light to all you folks in this 2010 new year! HUGS to you Dena Star!
Emily Vogt <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon Island, WA - Thursday, January 28, 2010 7:09 PM CST

Dena, I know you have got to be enjoying sunny California and happy to be out of the snow. We did have some cold days in Naples, Fl. with plants even freezing! Looks like it's getting back to the 70's and 80's now. My brother, Michael and his wife are here from Illinois for the winter. We are heading down to Key West for a week to visit my daughters and great grandson. Hope to take a boat out to Ft. Jefferson. Enjoy your time in CA! I love and pray for you and your family daily. Connie
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:24 PM CST

Jodi Sharp just sent me the link to this web site. I am so sorry for the difficult times. I remember living across the street from you all as a very young child. Cops and robbers, kick the can, walking to school and back together. Dena and I had matching striped dresses. And the day of all days.....I wouldn't stop showing off about how I was going to be a flower girl in my uncles wedding. So dena grabbed my lunch box [ I think it was mine and not hers] and she hit me on my head with it. It's so funny now. I actually treasure that memory. Jodi was sharing a little about Dena's accident and how she has changed. You are super hero's to her now. What a life altering thing. God bless you all!
Tristen Billings <terrianner@hotmail.com>
Seattle, Wa - Tuesday, January 19, 2010 9:31 PM CST

http://www.ridetofly.com/ is a therapeutic riding program in PVE if you are interested
Debbi Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Monday, January 11, 2010 6:30 PM CST

Happy New Year 2010! Hope this greeting finds you are on your way to sunny California for some R & R. Dena, that snow in Salt Lake City is good to play in, but not fun for all your daily activities and therapy I'm sure. I've been working at my church a great deal with the holidays. Got in at 2:30 AM from working at the midnight Mass on Christmas eve. Then it was the Feast of the Holy Family on Dec.26th, next came Jan. 1st a Holy Day of Obligation, and now Epiphany where we write the initials of the Three Kings and the year 2010 in chalk above our doorway at home to bless our home the whole year through. Well, if I wasn't at church I'd be getting in trouble somewhere! Enjoyed chatting with Eva while she was in Florida - sorry we couldn't get together. This summer will be the 10th G & C Reunion in Illinois hosted by my brother and his wife. Maybe Caden and Kingston can come and greet all the cousins, Brehms, Mravics, McCormicks,.... this crew is agrowin! Love to all of you for a beautiful 2010.
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Saturday, January 2, 2010 8:03 PM CST

Happy New Years Brehms!
Debbi Duston-Lehr
Clyde, TX - Thursday, December 31, 2009 3:56 PM CST

Merry Christmas Dena, Eva, Bob & Caden! It's good to hear that progress continues to be made. It is sunny & almost 70 in South Carolina today. I hear you are deep in the snow out there. We will be coming out for the holidays and look forward to a visit with "ya'll". LOL We continually keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Warm Regards, KAZ, Burnzie, Nicholas, Christopher, Sunny & Shelby
KAZ Burnz <kaz@realtor.com>
Chapin, SC USA - Wednesday, December 16, 2009 9:03 AM CST

Hey kids-
Loved the new pictures. Thanks Eva! So glad that Dena is moving easier with the new brace after her surgery. I think only time will tell, but sounds like it was a great success!
Hope you guys had a terrific Turkey day! Nerdy was on call for Thanksgiving, so she and Jeff stayed in KC and the boys came down with Mom and Dad. Had a blast! Played laser tag and went to the go cart track...fun, fun!
Dad and the boys are coming in on the 19th and we are heading to New Orleans for the Cowboys/Saints game. My friend knows the owner, so they got us great seats and field passes. The boys are going to FREAK! Heading into KC for the week of Christmas.
Anyhoo, sending warm holiday wishes your way. Love and miss you!
Hugs and kisses-
Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Tuesday, December 8, 2009 9:18 AM CST

Hi All and thank you for the update Bob...Glad you are back in Park City safe and sound. When I spoke with Eva she said she and Dena really missed you !! Great to know Dena's new brace is a success :)
We thought of you yesterday and hope you had a very Happy Thanksgiving ! I look forward to seeing you in CA in January....Lot's of Love...oxox Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
Palo Alto, CA - Friday, November 27, 2009 12:08 AM CST

Hi Dena, Bob and Eva,
you are frequently in my thoughts.
It's always both sad and uplifting to read the posts. Time, patience, persistence and a whole lot of your love is helping Dena. You all are inspirational. Looking forward to seeing you sometime this winter.
Love, Chuck
Chuck
- Sunday, November 22, 2009 11:45 PM CST

HI friends and happy belated birthday Dena. Gosh, I can't believe how time flies. My son, Elijah will be 10 on friday. A decade old already. Well, I miss you soo much and keepin you and family in my heart all the while! HUGS HUGS HUGS-
Emily & Elijah <eavlight@juno.com>
vashon island, - Wednesday, November 18, 2009 12:30 AM CST

Belated Happy Birthday-I thought of you on your day. Hope it was nice and you spent it with Caden. Love to you, Barbee
Barbee <Barbees@san.rr.com>
- Wednesday, November 4, 2009 9:31 AM CST

Happy Birthday Dena. I have been thinking about you on your day and of course Halloween. We miss you so much and are sending lots of love!!
Jodi, Todd, Corey and Kevin
- Monday, November 2, 2009 10:23 PM CST

Happy Birthday Dienst....I hope you had a very happy day...I have been thinking of you :) of course since it was Halloween on Saturday. I bet you had a great time with Caden. I am going to give you a call in a minute, but in case I miss you I just wanted to say Happy Birthday & I love you..oxox dana
dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Monday, November 2, 2009 9:55 PM CST

Happy Birthday, Dena! Last year we were having birthday cake with you on your special day! Thinking of you and sending love and hugs, Brian and Margot
Margot Sullivan <margotrsullivan@aol.com>
Redondo Beach, CA USA - Monday, November 2, 2009 9:23 PM CST

Hi Bean-
Happy Birthday sis!!!!!!! Thinking of you today, actually, was thinking of you all weekend. Had a bunch of friends over to celebrate Halloween on Saturday night and give out candy to all the kids. Kindof a nutty night and very, very late.....I hope you have a wonderful day. Sent out your b-day present this morning, so you should get it later in the week.
Hugs and miss you.
Hi and kisses to Mom, Dad and the muchkin.
XO-Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx us - Monday, November 2, 2009 10:07 AM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DENASTAR...We love you and hope all your wishes come true!!

Hope you, Caden, Eva & Bob had a great halloween!!
Miss you sooo much!

Love, Anita & Shane

Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA. - Sunday, November 1, 2009 10:20 PM CST

We heard of your touching story of strength, endurance, and hope. We admire you and your perserverence. We are a stranger, but a friend in hope. Have courage like a lion, a heart like a dove, and have fire like a phoenix. The ladies at the peace house in park city suffer from different struggles, yet desire for a better tomorrow everyday. Recently, I found a new analogy of hope. We are like the Pheonix legend. A powerful bird, but burned through the fire, yet reborn through the ashes to be stronger, brighter, and through our sorrow and pain gained empowerment. From our heart, mind, and soul to your heart, mind, and soul. All our love, Peace House.
peace house
- Sunday, November 1, 2009 9:19 PM CST

Hi Bean-
Had Nerdy in last week/weekend to celebrate her 40th, which is coming up at the end of the month on Halloween....your favorite holiday ever! getting ready to decorate my yard and get ready for all the little goblins that descend on our neighborhood. What is Caden going to be for halloween???? Always think about you this time of the year and I know your birthday is coming up soon. Love and miss you Sis! hang in there and keep up the good work!
Hugs-
Er
Kisses to Mom , Dad and munchkin!
Erin <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, tx - Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:09 AM CDT

Dena, you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Naples, Florida is going through the "big chill" with temperatures in the 60's; nice change from the 90's. The snowbirds are coming south sooner with the cold weather in the northern states. Your cousin, Karen(Brehm)Wilson is doing the 60-mile walk this weekend (Oct. 23rd)bringing attention to the fight against cancer. All the Brehm girls are pretty awesome! You included! I'm sure Caden is getting hyped up for Halloween. Our church does a "trunk or treat" on Oct. 25th in it's parking lot. It's a safe environment and all the vehicles taking part provide some sort of game besides treats for the kids. My granddaughter's doing a witch lemonade potion with dry ice - was a real hit last year. Keep snuggled in your warm-up suits as the chilly weather comes your way. You are forever in my prayers.
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Monday, October 19, 2009 6:52 PM CDT

Hey Bean-
Think of you every day. So glad the surgery went well. Hopefully it will help with your discomfort. Finally Fall has arrived in Dallas. Cooler weather makes for some fun parties on my front porch. Wish you were here to enjoy.
Hang in there sis. Love you and hi to the rest of the crew.
Bob, will talk to my sister about any new procedures.
Hugs
Er
Erin <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, tx - Monday, September 28, 2009 9:52 AM CDT

Praying for Brecken Doren Our heart gos out to your Family.

Matt & Julie Sullivan <mpsullivan@talkamerica.net>
Shelbyville, Mi Barry - Thursday, September 24, 2009 11:16 AM CDT

what exciting news Bob I will definately look for articles to share with you!
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
- Friday, September 18, 2009 6:49 PM CDT

Thinking about you and glad Dena did well with her surgery. Miss you guys. You are in our prayers and alway in our thoughts.

X0X0, Anita & Shane
Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA - Thursday, September 10, 2009 12:10 AM CDT

Glad all went well...Have been thinking of you and sending good thoughts and prayers your way....Still trying to figure out a time for a visit...Love you, Dana & James oxox
dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, September 9, 2009 10:44 PM CDT

I hope things are getting a little easier this week for all of you. All our Love
Damon & Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde , TX - Tuesday, September 8, 2009 1:06 PM CDT

So glad the surgery went well. Miss you all so much! Ash and I coming out in a few weeks! Love the pictures!!! OXOXO to you all.
Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, September 3, 2009 7:57 PM CDT

Bob...Thank you for the update. We will be thinking of you and Dena tomorrow and sending good wishes and prayers your way ! Still working on getting out there for a visit :) I hope Eva and Caden had a nice time in California....Love you all, Dana & James oxoxox
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, September 2, 2009 2:29 PM CDT

The updates are so appreciated. I still check for them on a weekly basis. We keep Dena in our prayers for continued progress and miss talking to and seeing all of you. I will be thinking of her all day on Thursday-I hope it helps. Love, Barbee
Barbee Gennerman <barbees@san.rr.com>
San Diego, CA - Tuesday, September 1, 2009 9:59 PM CDT

Still miss you every day.
Heidi Gennerman
Hopkinton, MA USA - Tuesday, September 1, 2009 8:28 PM CDT

Eva & Caden, I hope you both had fun in Calif. with all your friends.

Bob & Dena, I hope you both enjoyed your time together in P.C. I miss all of you sooo much. Your in my daily thoughts & prayers. XoX0
Anita <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA - Wednesday, August 19, 2009 11:44 PM CDT

Mr. Brehm~
Thank you for the continued updates - We all greatly appreciate them. And the new photos are always a great bonus - I know it takes effort & time to do all this when you have plenty on your plate.
Love & Strength,

Jeannine Kilroy
San Mateo, CA - Friday, August 14, 2009 2:04 AM CDT

sending love...........xoxo

Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa , KS - Saturday, August 8, 2009 0:40 AM CDT

Hello Bean, Bob and Eva-
So glad everything has been going well. Love the new pics of Caden and Dena! Great picture of Rob, Sarah and your new grandson. He looks like you!
Glad Eva is getting out of dodge for a couple of days! You will be able to spend some quality time with your girl. Have fun! When the cat is away the mice will play! Ha! Have fun!
Hugs-
Er
Erin Embry <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, tx - Thursday, August 6, 2009 11:02 AM CDT

Caden-
You little munchkin. Happy birthday. I can always remember your birthday b/c you were born on the day I moved into my house on June 26th.
Bean, Bob and Eva-
Think about you guys every day. Love and happy thoughts to everyone.
Bob-
Hope you get home to your girls and grandson soon.
Hugs-
Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:38 PM CDT

Hi to all,
We hope Caden has a great Birthday!! Dena your little boy is growing up. I know how much you love Caden. Hope his birthday party is a blast. Thinking of you guys everyday....miss you tons.

Love, Anita & Shane
Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA. - Friday, June 26, 2009 4:45 PM CDT

Dear Dena.....Thinking of You and Your family and sending good thoughts and prayers your way ! From all The Keefe's & Frank sr. & Daughter Kellyanne :)
Kellyanne <kellyanne11@aol.com>
Malvern, pa 19355 - Tuesday, June 23, 2009 12:59 AM CDT

Hi all! It was great seeing Bob in Naples and making time from his busy schedule with the apartments and house in Cape Coral to visit with us. Bob just lights up when he talks about Dena; we got to hear all about Dana's wedding and it sounds like Dena was a jewel. Loved the pictures, too. All the hard work with therapy is worth it when you see the improvements. Bob, you are the best dad and grampa ever. Happy Father's Day and I know you are anxious to get back to Utah and your little girl! Of course Caden wants you back right now - you keep the sparkle in his eyes! Eva, what a fantastic email you sent to me about "life." I hope you sent it to many. If not, you may want to include it in CaringBridge. It makes us think and it also brought smiles. Dena, you a loved so very much! Your cousin John just turned 48 and Lynn is going to be 49 this Friday. You sure have some "old" cousins.
Connie Brehm <GCBREHM1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Wednesday, June 17, 2009 7:49 PM CDT

So much grand news - Dena's continued improvement, lifting the latch in the car!(WAY COOL!), making the trek to Dana's wedding, addition of a second grandson. I love the photo of Dena & Dana - they look fabulous. Thanks to whomever is making the effort to post them. They make us all smile.
Love & strength,
Jeannine Kilroy
San Mateo, CA - Thursday, June 4, 2009 0:44 AM CDT

Dena, So exciting to see you made it to Dana's wedding and to be a part of it. How special of a day for both you and Dana!
Debbi Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX USA - Sunday, May 31, 2009 5:17 PM CDT

Dear Dena, Eva and Bob ---I cannot explain in mere words how very wonderful it was to have you all here with us to share Dana and James wedding on May 9th!!!!! It was just the very best touch to a fabulous day for each of us and we were thrilled to see Dena's alertness, interest, and overall improvement!!! We are so grateful to you Bob and Eva for making the journey to Sonoma County - and thus making Dana's wedding day complete with Dena as her honorary bridesmaid! We also loved having you join us on the next day, Mothers' Day, ( how appropriate!!) before you drove off on your journey home. It was all a wonderful weekend and you three just made it that much more special!
Love and hugs to each of you! Judy
Judy Clark <jgclark@sonic.net>
Santa Rosa, Ca. usa - Friday, May 29, 2009 6:27 PM CDT

Wow Bean! Rock on! Saved mom a visit from AAA. That is so exciting. Think about you daily. Hope you and Eva are doing well. Bob, thanks for the updates! Bean looked great at Dana's wedding.
Heading back to KC for a week in June. things are nuts back there with my Mom being chairman of a Ball and M&D finishing building their house. We're in the final stretch and I think they will be in their new home in July...can't wait until that is off my plate!
Keep up the good work Bean. Love and miss you.
Hugs to you, your Mom and the munchkin!
xoxo-
Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, t - Thursday, May 28, 2009 2:38 PM CDT

Dena,

You look great! I really enjoy seeing the new pictures up on the website. It's been a while since I've been on, and you can really see the improvements. Dena looks so much more alert. I hope you all have a wonderful summer and make a lot more progress. Take care!
Laurie (Tyler) Wilson <jwpilot70@aol.com>
Collierville, TN - Thursday, May 28, 2009 11:53 AM CDT

Hi Bean and Eva-
happy belated Mother's day! Just had Mom and Nerdy here last weekend for Fleetwood Mac. Great concert if you get a chance to go. Congrats to Dana and James! Love the pictures of you guys. Things are rockin' and rollin' here in Dallas. think about you every day. There was a feature last night on the news here about a gal that had suffered a head injury in a car accident 2 years ago and she had just gotten back from stem cell treament in China too. Father was talking about how much more alert she was and responsive...just like Bean. Miss you guys.
Hugs all around.
-E
PS- Love the picture of Bean and Caden
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Friday, May 15, 2009 10:02 AM CDT

Happy Mothers Day Dena & Eva,

You both are amazing beautiful mothers and friends.
You both are admired by so many.
We are blessed to have you both in our life.
We pray for continued improvement for Dena.

Miss you soooo much!

Love, Anita & Shane
Anita & Shane <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA. - Sunday, May 10, 2009 0:32 AM CDT

HI friends- I am thinking about you much lately as I step and stumble through my own life...focusing on the positive for my son and I. I appreciate all that you have been doing for Dena and the steadfast commitment you have made to Dena's quality of life. You are Stars in my sky.
Elijah is 9 and such an amazing person, I am enjoying being his mama. We are doing our best to live a good life and make all the ends meet!

Sending love and hugs- EMily and Elijah

Emily Vogt <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon Island, WA - Wednesday, May 6, 2009 1:26 PM CDT

Hi Bob, Eva, Caden and Dena. Thinking of you Dena and wishing you a great summer. Sounds like you are gonna be busy, good for you. Well Summer and Ocean are 8 and 6 going on 9 and 7 this fall. We hope to get out to the mainland this summer and do a rafting trip. Kids have been really fun. Maybe Dena could have a facebook.com page. It's fun and you guys would always know what her friends are up to and vice versa. Our page has loads of pics of the kids. Check it out, it's simple fun and easy. Love you guys, Ronaldo.
Ronaldo Macedo <ronaldo@macedofineart.com>
Lahaina, HI - Sunday, May 3, 2009 9:15 PM CDT

Karen, GB, Lynn, John, Mitts, DeDe, Cheryl, Natalie, and I remember Dena and all of you in our prayers. Her progress has been steady and awesome in so many respects. Where Dena was 4 years ago and to see her smiles, standing, and doing physical therapy is an inspiration to many suffering from brain injury. Life can be a struggle, but know God walks beside you. Dena's fortunate to have such marvelous parents! Hoping to see you soon, Bob, in Florida. Special kisses to Caden!
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Friday, May 1, 2009 8:48 PM CDT

Thanks for the updates. We continue to pray for Dena and her recovery. It's hard to believe four years have gone by. Keep the faith, you are doing a great job and your dedication is inspiring.
Kevin & Marianne Jorgensen <kevin@specmktgwi.com>
Pewaukee, WI USA - Thursday, April 30, 2009 2:43 PM CDT

Dear Bob and Eva,
While April 28th remains an emotionally important day in our collective history, it is not that day alone in the year that we think of Dena and her progress. She is in our daily thoughts and prayers - as are you. It sounds like you all have a very busy agenda set and we wish you continued strength, love and fortitude and look forward to many more reports of our Chelsea Road girl's recovery, step by step.
Liz Tucker <liztuckerinsf@yahoo.com>
San Francisco, Ca - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 11:37 PM CDT

Hi There...Thank you for the update Bob...I called you yesterday to wish you Happy Birthday and let you know I was thinking of you & Dena...I hope Eva passed on my message :) I can't wait to see you all next weekend in Sonoma. It means the world to James and me that you are making such a great effort to be part of our special day.
Love you all, oxox Dana

Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, April 29, 2009 7:21 PM CDT

Dena,
Our family continues to pray for you EVERY DAY!! You are making wonderful progress! May God bless you and your wonderful parents and all those who have helped you. You are an inspiration to us all!!! We love you!!! TTF
Whitney (Bennet) Salerno & Family
Whitney Bennet Salerno <wsalerno@sbcglobal.net>
Valencia, CA USA - Thursday, April 16, 2009 5:49 PM CDT

hi bob bean and EVA
So glad u had a great trip- love the pictures
Down in Austin and San antonio on business this week
And checking the site from my iPhone
These things are so handy and I'm sure I have not even
Touched on everything it can do
Love and miss you guys
Hugs all around
E
Erin embry <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Big d, tx - Wednesday, April 15, 2009 5:56 PM CDT

Hey! What is new? Would love to know how things are going! When are you guys going home? Miss ya, love ya much! Always thinking of you all! oxoxo
Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
ATL, GA - Friday, April 3, 2009 8:15 AM CDT

We miss you and wonder when you will be back in P.C.? Hope all is well. :~)

XoXo to all,
Shane & Anita
Anita Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Moab, UT - Sunday, March 29, 2009 7:11 PM CDT

Dena we hope you be better and better.A great hei from Lofoten Norway,,,,
Jakobsen Thor---Palina <tor-palina@hotmail.com>
Oslo, Norway - Monday, March 9, 2009 11:59 AM CDT

I agree with Erin...get chocolate in the mix Dena would be amped! Sounds like lots of changes, challenges and findings...it is all so exciting! You are the best parents ever. Hang in there Bean!

Debbi Duston Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Friday, March 6, 2009 11:44 AM CST

Bean, Bob and Eva-
So glad the therapy is going well. I think about you guys daily. I'm glad they are trying new therapies with her. I think you need to get her to eat some pudding, or chocolate ice cream..Bean can eat anything chocolate! ha!
Take care and keep us up to date!
hugs-
E
Erin Embry <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, tx - Thursday, March 5, 2009 2:33 PM CST

Eating yogurt, apple sauce, oatmeal and potatoes sounds like real positive results of therapy. The electronic bike stimulating her right leg sounds encouraging also - I remember you telling me about some other thing she had to kick that leg forward was a terrible experience and Dena hated it. How long before you all head back to Salt Lake City? Prayers are forever coming your way especially during this Lenten season when we are reminded of great suffering. Bob and Eva you may think you are just ordinary parents doing what ordinary parents would do. But we all know you are EXTRAORDINARY parents - Dena has come so far in her recovery because of your research and going down paths that is unfamiliar ground for most. Remain strong. Love and hugs to all of you!
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Wednesday, March 4, 2009 8:06 PM CST

Thanks for the updates, glad to hear things are going well. Makay is missing you but was glad to have visitors last week. He is having lots of fun hanging in the neighborhood (especially with Elaines kitty).
Laura & Dick
Park City, UT United States - Wednesday, February 25, 2009 0:15 AM CST

It sounds like the therapy is going well. Go Dena! It's probably hard to see changes when you are with Dena everyday, but in looking at the photo gallery, Dena's progress is notable. May you find comfort in the Lord watching over all of you. I just returned from San Antonio visiting grand babies and also visited my brother who is receiving treatment at MD Anderson in Houston.
Eva: I am so sorry that your Aunt died; I know you were close and are hurting.
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, FL USA - Thursday, February 12, 2009 2:48 PM CST

I am glad that things are going well at the new place. I have been thinking about you all and now just have come up for air from the festival. Look forward to seeing you all when you come back to PC
Pamela Dore Alford <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Tuesday, February 10, 2009 11:56 AM CST

Eva, Bob and Dena,

It was so great to spend time with you all this weekend. Dena looked as good as I have seen her since the accident and she was also very alert and seemed to be focusing better...All good things !! Once again I was so impressed with your continued dedication and your amazing support in Dena's recovery...You are wonderful parents !
I hope you can make it up our way on your way back to Park City. We would love to have you and would be happy to investigate some therapy options at Stanford.
oxox Love, Dana and James
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
palo alto, ca - Monday, February 2, 2009 2:21 PM CST

Love the new photos!!! Let me know how the therapy is going in Cali!!! Miss and love you all! Be safe! Frye
Amy Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, - Wednesday, January 28, 2009 7:29 AM CST

Hi Dena, Eva & Bob just wanted to let you know that the kitty is doing well & we are looking forward to hearing how the therapy/evaluations go. Sending our love & positive outlook your way.
Laura & Dick
Park City, UT United States - Tuesday, January 27, 2009 9:42 PM CST

Hi Dena,

Haven't checked the blog in a while, but am always amazed at the strength and love of your family and friends when I return. I've been thinking about you a lot since the US Airways accident. I remember you and I practicing similar scenarios a time or two in the simulator. I'm in my last semester of school here in Texas. Hope your new therapy sessions go well. Bob and Eva - Thanks for the posts and pictures.
Stacy Pharies <dustbunny@suddenlink.net>
Lubbock, TX - Sunday, January 25, 2009 11:33 PM CST

Bob-
So looking forward to hearing about the new therapy. It will be great for you guys to get a change of scenery. Sorry to hear about Eva's aunt. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Good luck with the "road triP." I'm sure it will be little less crazy than the ones we took in college! Ha!
Congratulations on your new grandson. Can't believe Robby is a Dad. That is terrific!
Hang in there and keep us posted.
Good luck and hugs to you. Eva, Bean and the munchkin!
hugs-
Er
Erin <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, tx - Monday, January 19, 2009 4:48 PM CST

Looks like you had a festive happy holiday with lots of good presents, therapy dates, a new family member, etc... Congrats all around and Happy New Year I hope 2009 is a fruitful one for you.
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Tuesday, January 6, 2009 9:30 AM CST

Hi Bean, Bob, Eva and Caden-
Just logged on after a couple of weeks and I can't believe you have a new grandson/nephew/cousin. How cool is that and Robby is a Dad? Holy smokes! Congratulations!
Think about you often. Wishing everyone a splendid New Year and here's to a fabulous 2009. can't wait to hear about the new therapy.
lots of love!
Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
D, tx - Friday, January 2, 2009 2:16 PM CST

Happy New Year
Wishing you love & happiness. Thinking of you from WA. We hope you had a wonderful holiday. Excited to see the dates are set for Dena. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. We miss you! xoxo

Love, Anita & Shane
Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA. - Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:16 PM CST

I wish great things for Dena and your family in 2009!
Happy New Year!
Toni
Aliso Viejo, CA - Wednesday, December 31, 2008 3:30 PM CST

Merry Christmas!!! Love the new pictures and I am so excited that you guys have the dates for Dena's therapy! I am jealous you are having a white Christmas. It is 62 here in the ATL!!! Give Caden and Dena OXOXO for us! We love you all very much! Merry, Merry!
Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
ATL, GA - Thursday, December 25, 2008 10:07 AM CST

Oh, I just absolutely love the new pictures! Especially "Caden The King"! He is getting so big and handsome!

I wish you all a wonderful Christmas and I pray that 2009 will bring more improvements for Dena.

You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Merry Christmas!

Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Wednesday, December 24, 2008 12:33 AM CST

Hope you have happy Holidays. Haven't posted in awhile but read the updates regularly and think of you all the time. Will finally be in Park City the first part of Jan so I look forward to a visit. Can't wait for you to meet the girls. The pictures are great. Love to you all, Barbee
Barbee Gennerman <barbees@san.rr.com>
San Diego, CA - Tuesday, December 23, 2008 10:37 PM CST

Thank you for posting the new pictures, they are great !! Thinking of you all. oxoxo Love, Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, December 23, 2008 1:43 PM CST

It was wonderful to spend some time at the PC house with you Dena, Caden and eva. I always feel blessed to be apart of the family adventures. Caden is so charming and what a hand full. Christian stopped by and had the chance to see Caden in his rug fort.
Pamela Dore Alford <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Saturday, December 13, 2008 9:34 AM CST

Hi friends in Park City- Thinking about you tons during this time! I had another splendid visit in my dreams from Dena the other night. Just like old times, that it felt so real! Thanks for staying connected Dena.!
Much love to you all
Emily & Elijah <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon, WA - Friday, November 28, 2008 4:00 PM CST

When are you back in PC stopped by and no one was around? It is fire time again. Look forward to seeing you all soon.

Happy Turkey day.
Pamela Dore Alford <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Thursday, November 27, 2008 11:08 AM CST

Happy Thanksgiving!

Sending lots of love,
Jennifer

Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
KS - Thursday, November 27, 2008 0:10 AM CST

Hello Brehms! Hope you are getting ready to have a family turkey day...hope Roby can make it too. We will be thinking of you!
Damon & Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Monday, November 24, 2008 12:26 AM CST

Hi friends in Park City. EMily and Elijah here on Vashon Island. IT is beautiful and fall like here! I always think about Dena during this time of year as halloween and her birthday. Missing you tons and still holding you close in my heart. Thanks to all of you for being such loving and committed folks!! You inspire me to keep on my path and enjoy my moments, especially with Elijah. Elijah will be 9years old this week! WOW!! I hope to come visit you all some day in the spring! love and Hugs
Emily and Elijah <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon, WA USA - Sunday, November 16, 2008 3:32 PM CST

Hey Bean-
happy belated birthday. SOrry, my computer has been out of whack, but finally joining the living again. New e-mail below. Think about you often! Had over 200 trick or treaters this year again..ugh! Had a bunch of friends over to play and everyone ahd fun giving out the candy to the kids. Always think aobut you on Hallowenn. We all drank many glasses of wine to you....too many!
I'm sending your gift soon. Work is nuts, so haven't quite gotten my act together. So proud of you and the rehab. The place looks terrific. That will be great plus being back in your old home state for a couple of months!
Nerdy is coming in for a girls weekend on Friday..much needed. My Mom tried to tag along but I bought Nu's ticket here and we have concert tickets for Saturday night...so she had to stay in KC. Sorry Mom! ha!
Will try and call soon. Lots of love to you, Sister Sledge, Mom, Dad and the munchkin.
XOXO-Er
Erin <coolauntenie@yahoo.com>
Dallas, Tx - Wednesday, November 12, 2008 4:16 PM CST

Good news....Am glad things went well in CA...Great talking to Dena and Eva on Dena's B-day...Spoke with Robby and Eva yesterday in Palm Beach...You guys get around ! :)

Can't wait to come down and see you in Downey in January or February. Take Good Care...Love you, Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, November 11, 2008 10:19 PM CST

Such good news!!! I am so glad that Dena is all registered and will be going to Cali for some good rehab!! It looks like a beautiful place! Keep us updated on the dates! I will come out to P.C. before you guys go back to California in January! Love and miss you all so much!!! oxoxo Frye
Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
ATL, GA - Monday, November 10, 2008 9:26 AM CST

Hi Dena,

Hope you had a great Birthday. I always think of you this time of year, including Halloween.

Kaelynn was a witch this year--last year she wanted to be an angel. I think I am in trouble as a parent.

Our family is doing well, and we enjoy watching Kaelynn play soccer, this fall. She is scoring lots of goals (and getting the accolades), but we remind her that its the other kids that brought her the ball! Leaves are changing and it is a beautiful time of year. Small but sweet grape harvest, they say. Recent rains will start greening things up.

Recently surfed in Bill Burke's Fall Fest in Cayucos, CA More of a reunion/luau than surf contest. Lots of fun to see the many PV and Central CA faces. Riding the old 1960's jurassic long boards is pretty retarted (because you cannot turn them), but we do it for the love of beer. Darcy was in championship form. Miss you guys!

Darryl Stolz <DarrylStolz@gmail.com>
Paso Robles, CA USA - Monday, November 3, 2008 12:36 AM CST

Happy Birthday Dena!! Miss you and always thinking about you! Love to all of you.
Jodi
JC <Jodgrl1043@aol.com>
- Sunday, November 2, 2008 9:19 PM CST

Happy Birthday Dienst !! I hope you, Bob and Eva are doing well on your road trip....Love you, Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, November 2, 2008 8:57 PM CST

Happy Birthday, Dena!!We're thinking of you with lots of love and hugs!
Much love from all the Sullivan Gang
Brian and Margot Sullivan <margotrsullivan@aol.com>
Redondo Beach, CA USA - Sunday, November 2, 2008 4:38 PM CST

I'll be praying that your trip brings good news and further progress for Dena. I think of you all the time and keep Dena in my heart.

{{HUGS}}
Jennifer
Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
- Saturday, November 1, 2008 4:43 PM CDT

Hey Dienst...Happy Halloween !!!! Thinking of you all..Have a safe trip and let us know how it goes.

oxox Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Friday, October 31, 2008 6:01 PM CDT

How exciting! Dena has always loved road trips! The key will be keeping Eva from singing in order to keep the peace, perhaps. So Eva you behave and Dena don't turn the radio up too loud! I hope you'll get a chance to visit a few folks while you are in So Cal, please have a safe and fruitful trip...our prayers are with you as always.
Damon & Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Friday, October 31, 2008 1:21 PM CDT

eva's love
faruoq <afaruoq@yahoo.com>
darasalam, tanzania - Monday, October 27, 2008 6:49 AM CDT

Hello Bean, Bob, Eva and Caden-
Life in Big D is good. Things are finally cooling off here. Halloween is just around the corner and I know it's Bean's favorite holiday....Nothing better than the Halloween outfits, Bean, Newell, Troy and the rest of the gang pulled together back in Tucson. Ha!
I think about you guys often and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please keep the strength. Love reading the updates. Thanks so much Bob.
Eva- Keep posting pictures.
Miss and love you.
Hugs-Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, Tx - Wednesday, October 22, 2008 3:15 PM CDT

Hi Dena and Family
My name is Jenna and I came across your site. Dena you are an amazing and beautiful person, inside and out. I am happy that you are full of laughs. You are an inspiration, and a brave, courageous fighter. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
caringbridge.org/visit/champ291
Jenna <allfighterswin@gmail.com>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Tuesday, October 21, 2008 2:35 PM CDT

Plumber Dave~ you made me stoked! what a great story.

Dena, Mr. & Mrs B~ thanks for the great updates.
Stay Warm as Fall kicks in full swing! we have our Halloween lights up & loving it.
Love & strength,

Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA - Monday, October 13, 2008 2:30 AM CDT

Hello everyone, I am Dave Mrdutt. I am Bob, Eva, Dena, Caden and of course Mackey the cat's plumber. Bob asked if would share this experience I had with Dena. A little while back I called the Brehm's to ask a question. The phone rang and the answer seemed like I had a bad connection. I kept talking and listening. I was about to hang up when I realized it was Dena who answered the phone. Dena was trying to talk to me. Dean picked up the phone and answered the call. I was so stoked. When I talked to Bob about the experience, he to was surprised and excited. My connection with the family started with my wife Chris. She worked for the family for quite a while, taking care of Dena. She is a CNA. I came along when the water heater and a few other challenges arose.
Our family hopes and prays for Dena's recovery. Best wishes to you all. Bob, Eva, Dena, Christian, Caden and their cat Mackey. Love ya Chris and Dave
Chris and Dave <octobercouplecd@earthlink.net>
Heber City, Utah USA - Sunday, October 12, 2008 11:29 AM CDT

Greetings Brehms,
I would like to send Dena this years Fall Fest shirt. Same address? We continue to send good thoughts your way and hold a permanent spot in our hearts for you. It rained here today, something we havent seen since last April. Stay Strong and I'll get the shrt on the mail as soon as print them up.
Sincerely,
Bill and Donna Burke, Kayla, Dylan, Shaw and Daniel
Bill Burke <BBurke999@gmail.com>
Morro Bay, CA USA - Saturday, October 4, 2008 2:29 PM CDT

Hi to all! It's so great to read your updates, Bob. I know it can't always be easy but we all love to know what is going on with our sweetheart Dena. GB has a conference for work he's attending - near Palos Verdes where you lived in Calif Oct 7,8, & 9th. Church work keeps me busy; I'm on the Pastoral Council and it's very interesting. Fall is here, but our temperatures are still in the 90's. Dena's schedule of therapy and activities is certainly full. God bless you and Eva keeping up with all of it. Kisses to Dena from Karen, GB, Lynn, John, Natalie, Mitts, Cheryl and DeDe!
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, FL USA - Monday, September 29, 2008 4:28 PM CDT

Hi Bob, Eva and Dena,
thanks for the continued updates. It's good to hear that Dena is getting into swimming and showing some music preferences. Megan, Lucca and I continue to think of Dena and you all daily. Your support and perseverance is inspirational! We are hoping to get out to PC before the snow falls and will coordinate a visit. Keep up the good fight and the great work!
Love,
Chuck
Chuck
- Thursday, September 18, 2008 10:32 AM CDT

Dear Brehms - Dena,Eva, Bob and Caden - I think of you so often and carry you in my heart every day. Wish I were more consistant about writing here and sending you much love and hope and prayers -- seems I spin my wheels more as each year passes!!! I loved talking with you, Eva, as Dana and I were speeding down the highway - I threatened to sing to her and she, too, turned up the radio. I'm happy to hear about Dena's progress, even if it is two steps forward and one backward. Her pictures reveal much improvement since I last saw her ---easy for me to see when I am not with her each day. And that beautiful Caden - what a treasure for each of you!!! Enjoy such special moments and remember, there is a world out here rooting for you! Love, Judy
Judy Clark <jgclark@sonic.net>
Santa Rosa, ca usa - Tuesday, September 16, 2008 10:38 PM CDT

Bob,
I'm grateful for every post you give us. Of course breaking news would be fantastic and is what we all hope for, but just knowing that Dena is making progress, even if it is ever so slowly, that is news itself!

I think of you guys so often and I hope that you know we are all still here cheering you on, praying for you, loving your family. You guys are not alone. I hope you know that.

Jennifer

Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Friday, September 12, 2008 9:28 PM CDT

hello friends-
Emily and Elijah here on Vashon! Summer is beautiful and we are having an amazing September so far! Jeanne was out here this weekend visiting friends on Vashon, and it was great to see her. We called and I got to talk to Dena on the phone. It made my heart so full of emotion and I miss you so much Dena! I am living my life the best and fullest I can and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers all along the way! Sending you blessings on your sacred path! So many Hugs to Eva, Bob and Caden! Love and love and more love- EMily
Emily Vogt <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon Island, WA USA - Monday, September 8, 2008 2:07 PM CDT

Hello Brehms,
It has been soo long since I wrote but I have been reading and enjoying all the progress. Dad and Wendy came to TX for a visit and we, Dad and I had to catch up on the Chelsea crew, where who is living now, who is still in PV, etc... and of course the Brehms came to the top of the conversation. We hope all is well.

Always think of your family

Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Monday, September 8, 2008 10:39 AM CDT

Thank you for spending Sunday afternoon together. Nice to catch up. I will see you soon and next time Bob I will take you up on a beer in the garage. Guess we need to do this soon before it starts snowing.

Pamela Dore <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Sunday, September 7, 2008 7:22 PM CDT

Thinking Of U
Jim <JAR@aol.com>
Palm Beach Shores, - Friday, September 5, 2008 10:21 AM CDT

Hello Brehms!
It's been awhile since I last wrote anything. Need a little time to get some stories together. Loved hearing the news about Bean. I'm so glad that she's doing H2O therapy. I just got back from Laguna. Some friends got married on the beach out there. It was fun to be back in California. Every time I go, I think why did I every move from here...then we get on the freeway, and I'm reminded why!
The Eagles are coming into town next weekend. I haven't seen them since the day before I moved and went with Choate. So good memories all around.
Hope all is well on your end. I miss you Bean. Higs to your parents and Caden.
xoxo-Er
Erin <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, TX 75206 - Friday, September 5, 2008 9:55 AM CDT

Thanks for the update Bob! Encouraging progress...slow but steady!
Dena, keep at it. We hope to see you this fall!
Love Chuck
Chuck
- Wednesday, July 30, 2008 10:34 PM CDT

Hi family,

I haven't logged on in a while but tonight I enjoyed and was reflecting upon Bob's updates. The story about Dena, Eva, and the radio was so vivid. I pictured them in the navy blue Volvo with the Rolling Stones tongue on the back. Perhaps Eva could hum a good polka? Dana's right--try some music or CD that she might recognize. 80's music, Jimmy Buffett, or something fun and familiar. That might be really good for her memory or thought processing. I know it helps kids, a lot in their development, and of course adults, too. If nothing else, it will create a good vibe. Great to hear Dena excercising some of her free will, again.

The Mid-State Fair is going on in Paso Robles. Our friend from UofA, Saaid Moize came to visit with his VW van, girlfriend and dog. The two of them, Darcy and I saw STP at the Fairgrounds, Saturday night. Scott Weiland, front man of the 90's band said, "You know, it smells like cow sh-- here. That reminds me of Ohio and the barn, and my first ----." He's out there and his music is not meant for all of America, but they rock. Sorry, I digress. Great show and lots of fun in the wine country with our friends. Something about the right music can change moods, thought, and productivity. It also can trigger memories.

Good luck and still thinking about you, in the country.

Take care!
Darryl Stolz <DarrylStolz@gmail.com>
Paso Robles, CA USA - Monday, July 28, 2008 11:43 PM CDT

Thank you for the concert the other night. Dena enjoyed it soon as we put some ear plugs in. It was very loud but we figured it out. We had front row seats and special VIP attention. Thanks everyone for making it happen.
Pamela Dore <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Monday, July 28, 2008 6:12 PM CDT

Thank you so much for continuing to update us on the big and little triumphs in Dena and the Brehm family. Chris and I continue to keep Dena in our thoughts and prayers... what a wonderful support system she has.
Carey <cfernandes1@cox.net>
San Diego, CA USA - Sunday, July 27, 2008 11:25 PM CDT

Great story Bob !! Eva, next time try some Rod Stewart, maybe she would like that....As for Eva's singing, I can vividly remember her singing "How much is that doggy in the window?" and "I am so happy (hoppy as Eva puts it) and gay"... I am glad to hear Dena is still Eva's critic :) :)

Keep up all the good work...you are such wonderful and dedicated parents...Love to you all. oxoxox Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
Palo Alto, - Saturday, July 26, 2008 8:52 PM CDT

Bob, Eva, and Dena.. so glad to hear all the great things that Dena is doing. This sounds like the old Dena and I loved the picture of her with her leg up in the wheelchair at the riding rink. I know that each thing she does gives you so much hope for more breakthroughs. Even though I don't post much I read the site every day. Thank you so much for all the news and great letters that you write. My love to you all.. Mama Frye,, Amys mom...
Betty Frye <bun2844@aol.com>
Lawrenceville, ga gwinette - Thursday, July 24, 2008 11:41 AM CDT

Awesome news Dena! Keep it up!!!
Jennifer <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
- Thursday, July 24, 2008 9:51 AM CDT

I'm not sure how I found this page, but God bless all of you.
Patrick <jpb@justice.com>
Fort Myers, FL 33919 - Thursday, July 17, 2008 4:43 PM CDT

Hello Bean, Bob and Eva-
Hope all is well on your end. I just celebrated my 4rth anniversary in my house yesterday, and thought about your cute boy turning 4! Can't believe it. Hope he had a a wonderful birthday. Think of you guys everyday. Hugs to all!
xo-Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Friday, June 27, 2008 11:57 AM CDT

Hello Bob, Eva and Dena! Missing you all and hoping to make it out to P.C. before school starts! We love you very much and you are always in our thoughts and prayers! oxoxo to you all. Love you star!!!
Amy Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, June 25, 2008 7:33 PM CDT

Bob, Eva and Dena it is a warm summer evening. Sunny and 78 degrees and "Thursday Night". I think back 20 years when we would be sailing around the bouys, or into them, at KHYC.

Enjoy the summer!

Dave La Forest <dlaforest1@cox.net>
Palos Verdes, CA USA - Thursday, June 19, 2008 8:23 PM CDT

Hi friends and family-
Happy longest days of the year! This means alot to us up here in the NW where we are just beginning to see the beginning of summer! SOOOO Much love to all! Still luvvvvvin you Dena Star!
Emily <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon, WA USA - Wednesday, June 18, 2008 6:26 PM CDT

Hey Dena and family,
We think about you all the time. You have a great support team, including my best bud Jen. Please give Dena a kiss 4 me. I miss her like crazy, Keep on keepin' on. I am so proud of all of you. I send you postivie karma.
xoxoxoxoxoxxoJoan
joan <jthefley@gmail.com>
canton, ga usa - Thursday, June 5, 2008 1:10 AM CDT

Hello Dena Family,
Just letting you know I am still praying for you and everything ok. Enjoy the spring time and keep up the good work.GOod to hear some progress is being made. Stay strong ok.Love and Prayers,Samuel
Samuel Rystrom <hoopsii@alltel.net>
Nebraska USA - Monday, June 2, 2008 9:24 AM CDT

Family,

Thinking about you. I will be in touch in a few days. If you would like to see the journey a few of us have been on please check out www.caringbridge.org

Password is krysseligman

Please send your love , light and energy.
Pamela Dore <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Friday, May 30, 2008 7:23 AM CDT

Hi friends- Emily up here on Vashon and giving thanks for my blessings everyday! I continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers! SO much Love to you all!!!
Emily & Elijah <eavlight@juno.com>
Vashon Island, WA USA - Monday, May 26, 2008 5:22 PM CDT

Hey Dena and family,

Just wanted to say hello and that I'm thinking of you all. I don't post often enough, but I do enjoy the updates on a regular basis. Wishing you warm days in Utah and forward progress!
Stacy Pharies <dustbunny@suddenlink.net>
Lubbock, TX USA - Friday, May 23, 2008 9:26 PM CDT

I wanted to say hello to Dena and the family and let you know I am thinking about you. Your strength and love is obvious. Sincerely, Rosie
Rosie <rosieandshane@yahoo.com>
Haiku, HI USA - Friday, May 16, 2008 6:32 PM CDT

My prayers and encouragement are with Dena and her Family! I met Dena 3yrs. ago in April in Park City,UT. just before the accident. My daughter Rebecca Perrenoud was a Delta flight attendent and she lives in Heber City, UT.

I wish all of you the very best....and hope that Dena continues to improve however slowly that may seem. I do visit your site and check on Dena's progress. God's blessings, grace, strength and peace!
Betty A. Hopson <hop@hargray.com>
Bluffton, SC USA - Monday, May 12, 2008 7:05 PM CDT

Happy Mother's Day!
Jennifer <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
- Sunday, May 11, 2008 0:40 AM CDT

Happy Mother's Day, Dena and Eva. I think of you guys often, hoping Caden, family, and friends are sending you some smiles.

Darryl Stolz <DarrylStolz@gmail.com>
Paso Robles, CA USA - Saturday, May 10, 2008 11:28 PM CDT

Happy Mother's Day to both Dena and Eva-two spectacular Mothers. Eva, you define the love and devotion of a Mother. And Caden is lucky to have both of you in his life. I hope you both get out and feel the sunshine on your faces tomorrow!! love, Barbee
Barbee Gennerman <barbees@san.rr.com>
San Diego, - Saturday, May 10, 2008 3:37 PM CDT

Gosh it seems like forever since I have been to this sight 1 1/2 months and I missed the updates and daily encouragement everyone contributes. I never realized how much checking Dena's site for improvements and notes from others brighten my day! I hope it does for everyone. It has been a long road but Star is doing great one day at a time!!! Hope all is well where you are at!
Debbi Duston Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, May 6, 2008 6:20 PM CDT

Katie and i Had a fun visit with the whole gang, Eva, Dena, Caden and Christian on saturday. Of course Caden was the center of attention.
Dena was napping most of the time, but i caught her with her eyes open a few times so i know she was listening.

I hope with the warmer weather arriving Dena and Eva and the aide can get outside more, maybe that will motivate Dena. I know it cheers me up when its warm and sunny.

Talked to Pam today in Bali, she sends her love to all

Bob, hope all is going ok in Florida. See you when you return. lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
pc, - Sunday, May 4, 2008 11:41 PM CDT

Thanks for the continued updates. You are and always will be in our prayers. Keep the faith.
Kevin & Marianne Jorgensen <kevin@specmktgwi.com>
Pewaukee, WI USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2008 10:52 AM CDT

As soon as I wrote the date up on the board in my classroom, I remembered three years ago today. It has been a difficult three years, but Dena has come far. She's taking baby steps, but they are steps just the same. That's what counts.
My heart and my thoughts are always with you Bob, Eva, Robby, and Caden. And they are with Dena, of whom I miss each day.
Sue Demerjian <demerjian@pvpusd.k12.ca.us>
Palos Verdes Estates, CA USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 1:44 PM CDT

Hi All...Thinking of you and sending Bob lot's of Happy Birthday wishes...Hope the weather is getting better and that you can spend more time outside. oxoxox Love you, Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Monday, April 28, 2008 10:13 PM CDT

Hi Star, I love you and think of you every day.

Bob HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you today. Hope your day is wonderful.

Eva HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you April 18th.

Caden I miss you too....xoxo to all of you.

Love, Anita & Shane

Myers <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA - Monday, April 28, 2008 2:31 PM CDT

Dena and i had a good visit yesterday. we talked about all sorts of things. Unfortunately i missed seeing Eva and Caden they were out doing something fun.

Still waiting for it to be springy out so we can go outside for a visit. Hope you are doing well in Florida Bob. Eva, i will see you this week. Love lauren

ps__pam is having a great time in Bali.
lauren <keis@aol.com>
pc, - Saturday, April 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT

You have inspired me. You are such a strong person and I really admire you for your strength. I have copied some of your thoughts for the day and sent them to my siser. I hope she keeps improving. She is very lucky to have you in her life. Keep the Faith!
Caryl Baugh <cbaugh@indiana.edu>
Ellettsville, In. usa - Thursday, April 24, 2008 10:45 AM CDT

what happened to spring? i hear it is coming back end of the week so i will be over to take a stroll with you all.

hope denas new aide continues to be working out and you are all doing well. you are in my thoughts all the time. much love, lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
pc, - Wednesday, April 23, 2008 6:39 PM CDT

Amazing! You guys are all amazing. It's been said so many times in this guestbook but you probably don't really know how inspirational you are...

Eva ~ the level of commitment you have to Dena's care is beautiful. You deserve a fun day of skiing and I hope the conditions were just perfect for you!

Bob ~ your tenacity in finding the right treatments for Dena is so courageous. I love that you are not willing to give up. Never give up! Dena has come much farther than some thought she would and it is all because you won't back down.

Dena ~ I know you are fighting so hard. Look at you! Talk about strength - you are a picture of it. There must be many times you feel very alone but you are not. We are all still here and we will wait as long as it takes. Celebrate your victories and keep pushing for more.

Sending love, and positive thoughts, and love, and good wishes, and love, and love, and LOVE!

Jennifer
Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
KS - Sunday, April 13, 2008 7:55 PM CDT

Gang,

I am glad that we all hung out the other day. I am packing for bali and will bring back good stories. Bob we will have a beer in the garage when I return. Keep up the good work and look forward to seeing you back in PC when I return.

Much Love
Pamela Dore <peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Friday, April 11, 2008 12:15 AM CDT

Hey gang, it was nice to chill out and have a short visit with Dena and bob on friday, unfortunately Eva and Caden were on a walkabout so didnt get to see them. I checked out Dena's new outside chair, i look forward to the sun and warm weather so we can cruise the streets.

love you all, lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
pc, - Monday, April 7, 2008 2:09 PM CDT

Bob & Eva,

I'm not sure what states the clinics are in but please know that if you end up in the Kansas City area (KS or MO)you have a place to stay and people who love you and want to help!

Jennifer
Jennifer Rivera <JRivera@kc.rr.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 12:02 AM CDT

Great news Bob.....Am glad others are seeing improvements ! It is probably harder for you and Eva to notice, as you are with her day in and day out. Keep up all the special love and effort..it is paying off :)

Thinking of you all...oxoxo Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, April 3, 2008 4:59 PM CDT

Bob & Eva, My son's girlfriend was in an accident Dec 26th. She is making good progress, but after 2 weeks of therapy, the insurance company is saying she will likely have to move to a long term facility. She has two weeks to show dramatic improvement or she will be moved 3 hrs away. I'm so inspired by Dena. If you have any advice, we'd love to hear from you. Teri
Teri Walseth <walseth@mnstate.edu>
- Sunday, March 30, 2008 1:46 PM CDT

If anyone wants to see love and optimism embodied, just spend some time with the Brehms in Park City. Bob, Eva, Dena and Caden, we had an absolutely wonderful time with you. Thank you so much for letting us just pop in on y'all at the last minute like that. You are incredibly gracious and generous friends and we love you all.

P.S. Hey Caden, Sadie seriously wants to play with you, so we will definitely bring the kids next time.
Liz Tucker <liztuckerinsf@yahoo.com>
San Francisco, Ca USA - Saturday, March 29, 2008 5:35 PM CDT

Hi Dena, Bob, Eva and Caden. We haven't written in awhile but continue to read the updates regularly. There is a present in the kitchen for you Dena and with the two new additions I can't seem to get it in the mail. We can't wait for you to meet them-so cute and sweet. We are coming out this summer and will visit then. I have been bad about sending pictures but I will try to get your present and some pictures in the mail this weekend. We are happy to see all that you have been doing, horseback riding, therapy, etc. Impressive. We miss all of you and can't wait to have you meet the little ones. Love, Barbee, Kevin, Addy, Mya and Riley
Barbee Gennerman <barbees@san.rr..com>
San Diego, - Friday, March 28, 2008 2:02 PM CDT

hi all, hope you had a good Easter Wkend. it was so nice out finally!! i will see you this week, hugs all around, lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
pc, - Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:43 PM CDT

Hello Brehms
Just wanted to wish you a Happy belated Easter. Hope the Easter Bunny was good to you. The weather here is started to warm up and I'm gearing up for summer. Dena, I hope you are feeling well.Hope to get a chance to come out an see all of you when Robbie stops playing pirates of the caribeean. Please take care. Lots of Love...Sarah
Sarah Anderson <skirstenanderson@hotmail.com>
Newport, RI - Tuesday, March 25, 2008 8:17 AM CDT

Hello everyone!

Just wanted to pop in to wish you all a Happy Easter! Thinking of you every day!

~Jennifer
Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Friday, March 21, 2008 10:05 PM CDT

Hi Star! And Bob, Eva and Caden!!! Just thinking of you all and missing you tons! Can't wait to come out and visit again! I also can't wait to meet Sarah! Hope the sun is shining your way today! I love you all! OXOX
Amy Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, GA - Saturday, March 15, 2008 1:37 PM CDT

Hey Dena,
Our 3 boys and Mike and I have continually been praying for you and I am amazed to hear and see all of the progress that you have made. Good for you! I know that God especially hears the prayers of children...so be assured that our 3 boys pray for you AT LEAST 3 times a day..that's a minimum of 9+ prayers just from this little family every day..there are soooo many others praying for you too! We love you and know how blessed you are to be surrounded by such a wonderful family and such a sweet little boy. We love you Dena! Keep moving forward! TTF!
Love,
Whitney (Bennett) Salerno
Whitney Bennett Salerno <wsalerno@sncglobal.net>
Valencia, CA - Thursday, March 13, 2008 2:15 PM CDT

Bob,
thanks for the update. It's a very happy image of Caden running around and Dena laughing. Keep the good news coming!
Love, Chuck
Chuck <cdietrich@salesforce.com>
- Thursday, March 13, 2008 12:14 AM CDT

Hi Dena, Eva and Bob,
Glad to hear of some progress and I think increased daylight and warmer temps are always a blessing! Anyways, I wanted to give you feedback on the tempurpedic matress; I had full hip replacement last June, and will need my right one done in time. We got a tempurpedic and it IS GOOD. It is different in that it is not springy. My only complaint is that it gets very HOT. It doesnt "breathe" like a regular matress and I find myself kicking the covers off. Other than that. I wake up without lower back pain, and it is easy on the hip when I sleep on my side. When we first got it I didnt like it, but now I do. Hope this helps, shoot me an email if ya need more feedback.
PRAYING FOR DENA DAILY,
Bill and Donna Burke and kids
Morro Bay, CA
Bill Burke <BBurke999@gmail.com>
Morro Bay, CA USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 12:11 AM CDT

Hello Dena, Eva & Bob! It's always great to read the updates and get the news and the new photos, thank you. We continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers and will try to visit next time I am close by. Warm Regards, KAZ, Jon, Nicholas & Christopher Burnz
KAZ Burnz <kaz@realtor.com>
- Wednesday, March 12, 2008 11:33 AM CDT

Hey Dena Bean! So great to see you peddling away on the Nu-Step. I hope you put many miles on it as you continue to strengthen those legs one step at a time. Bob many thanks for, well, everything - the updates for all us non-locals and as Dana reminds us of your steadfast dedication. You and Eva are truly remarkable. Loved the pics. It was such a treat to see a "thumbs up" Dena and Eva and Robbie basking in the Floridian sun. God I haven't seen Robbie in so freakin' long. Seeing the two of them together definitely brought a smile to my face.
Liz Tucker <liztuckerinsf@yahoo.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Tuesday, March 11, 2008 11:48 PM CDT

Thanks for the update Bob...The thought of Dena laughing with Caden brought a big smile to my face. Great news about the new aid, maybe she can help give you and Eva a little break ?!
Also glad to hear it is warming up out there :) Spring will be here before we know it...I am sure you are counting the days !
As so many have said before, Dena is so lucky to have such wonderful, dedicated parents...you and Eva are the BEST !! oxox Dana
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, March 11, 2008 1:11 PM CDT

I had a great time the other day with you all. Dena had just a hard workout and then Lauren and I came over to hang out. She was taking a catnap with the new addition to the house. It gave Bob, Eva, Lauren and I an opportunity to catch up. Then Caden and Dena were up and it was full entertainment in the house. Be a little careful Dena is great at pinching lately. You have to be quicker than she is and she is quick. Today Eva and Lauren and I are going to grab lunch so I will have more to report.

Pamela Dore <Peakproduction@gamil.com>
- Friday, March 7, 2008 10:24 AM CST

Hi :-)
Bob & Eva thanks for the updates...love hearing good progress about DenaStar.
Keep up the hard work Dena. You can do it!
Thinking about all of you and miss you so much.
Hope all works out with Dena's new aid.
You are in our prayers.

Eva, I'm so glad you and Robbi had a great visit in Flordia. Bob your turn next.
Anita & Shane <shaneanita@methownet.com>
Winthrop, WA. - Tuesday, March 4, 2008 10:24 PM CST

Thanks for the great visit last week. Caden of course kept us all laughing, and it was terrific for Pam and i to catch up with Eva and Bob. Dena was sleeping some of the time but when she was awake she was alert and seemed to be listening. We plan to see Eva for a girls lunch this week, should be fun.
I was glad to hear Dena is riding the new bike, it is terrific and i am keeping my fingers crossed on the new potential aide. See you all soon. Lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
PC, - Monday, March 3, 2008 8:55 PM CST

Bob,

You sound so discouraged. I wish the same - that progress was quicker and more evident. But progress is progress and Dena is definitely making some. I know it sounds like the same entry over and over but I truly am thinking of you guys every day and praying for Dena to show us more, and more, and more! She's got it in her, I know she does!

Jennifer
Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
Lenexa, KS - Saturday, March 1, 2008 9:36 PM CST

Hey there Brehms! Sorry about the snow woes again but Erin can atest that we have been up and down here in TX yesterday it was 91 degrees and today 49!!!Talk about no fighting chance not to get sick :-0

Can't wait for the new photos Eva! Glad to hear Dena is getting healed up maybe the antibiotics will help the congestion a little bit too!

Still thinking of you daily JD says hey too
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
TX - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 5:02 PM CST

Hi Sugars-
Think about you daily. Can't imagine all that snow. Little spoiled down here in Texas, but believe me, we make up for it in the summer! Good luck with the search. Sending all the best your way. Mel and I are heading your way this spring.
Lots of love and stay warm!
-Er
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Thursday, February 21, 2008 5:45 PM CST

Hi Bob, Eva & Dena, Received your thank you note today, Bob. We too wish we could have visited w/Eva, it was nice to hear her voice and talk with her on the phone before we left town. It was good to see Dena and get a "thumbs up" from her as we left to go to dinner (-: Enjoyed our visit with you...we're thinking of you and wishing love from the old "PV Hood" Love, Patti & Al
Patti Hermann <pattihermann@aol.com>
Palos Verdes Estates, CA USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 4:48 PM CST

Hi Bob-Eva-Dena-Robbie,
Max here saying hello.
Always thinking of you all!
More pictures!!!!

Max Rosenberg <maxpilot@cox.net>
Santa Barbara, CA - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 7:05 PM CST

How's the snow? Bet it's super for skiing. I'm in SanAntonio visiting DeDe et al. I fly back to Naples Feb. 20th. Loving seeing the grandkids and it's a nice break from the church work I do. I redid a closet with organizers for DeDe, and doing the usual rearranging of furniture! Mitts just got back from Maine. He was on a "guys only snowmobiling trip." I hope you find an aide soon. I know it must be a challenge for both of you to make sure Dena gets the stretching and physical activity she needs. All of you continue to be in my prayers daily. Love, Connie
Connie Brehm <gcbrehm1@netzero.com>
Naples, Fl USA - Saturday, February 16, 2008 1:22 PM CST

Hey Dena, Mr and Mrs Brehm
Just wanted to wish you all a happy valentines day. Hope you are all well and that Dena is still horsebackriding like a champ. Mrs Brehm I can't thank you enough for all your generousity and wonderful company that you shared with me during my visit to see Robby. It was such an added bonus to have you there. I hope it won't be the last.. I so look forward to seeing you and meeting Dena, Bob, Caden and of course little mackie. Please know that you are all always in my thoughts. I know Robby is trying his hardest to make arrangemnets soon to come home for a visit. Feel free to drop me an email anytime and I will keep in touch as well. Please take care.
With love
Sarah
Sarah K Anderson <skirstenanderson@hotmail.com>
Newport, RI USA - Friday, February 15, 2008 4:44 PM CST

Dear Dena and Brehm family,

Happy Valentine's Day to you all. I have been thinking of you guys and got your Christmas Card. I need to respond so that you guys have our home address in Paso Robles. I have been up to my eye balls busy, too.

Billy Burke makes me laugh when he does just about anything, in the Central Coast. He is the original fun raiser. Surfing, playing music, mass producing kids--he does it all. We have a lot fun talking about Dena and family from the LBay days. Poseidons and Spartans formals, Rat Beach, and traveling, too.

That's good that you are promoting the care taker position. Word of mouth is the best way to find good help and to land a job.

You have always been a family with a lot of love. I hope you guys have been enjoying the day.

Darryl Stolz <darrylstolz@gmail.com>
Paso Robles, CA USA - Thursday, February 14, 2008 9:29 PM CST

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! I LOVE YOU TODAY AND EVERYDAY...
LOVE, SHAWN
SHAWN MCCARTHY <thehannahs14@hotmail.com>
BOZEMAN, MT USA - Thursday, February 14, 2008 2:35 PM CST

Happy Valentines Day !!! Dena, Caden, Bob and Eva...Love you :) Dana oxoxox
Dana <danacdana@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, February 14, 2008 1:12 PM CST

Dena-
Your journey has become my journey as well. I can relate to you in so many ways; we are about the same age, love the outdoors, and have one son the same age. I am so inspired by your strength and saddend at the same time. The love you have from your family and the love that you give to them is immeasurable. Even though we have never met, I am with you every day. I will catch myself looking at my son and thinking that we are the same in so many ways, I know that you look at your son with the same thoughts but are just not able to express to him in the same ways that I can express to my son. I do believe that the day will come that we can both hug and kiss our little boys while having a playmate together. I know they would get along since I saw the pictures of him with a superhero shirt and a Ninja shirt!

Toni <tfuentes@cox.net>
Aliso Viejo, CA - Wednesday, February 13, 2008 7:32 PM CST

Hey Bob & Eva,

I was talking to some of the nursing students here at work and they mentioned an international company: http://www.rtpnet.org/~intintl/locations/premed.php
maybe a student from another country would like to come to PC!
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Wednesday, February 13, 2008 5:18 PM CST

Hi Dena, Eva and Bob,
It's been a while since we signed in. Sorry, but our new little baby has been keeping us away from everything but diapers and pacifiers. Give Dena a big hug for us and keep up the great work. Megan and i strive to be as giving of parents as you two!
love, Chuck
Chuck <cdietrich@salesforce.com>
- Tuesday, February 12, 2008 7:58 PM CST

Hi Mr Brehm~

Since you are considering a live-in, I wonder if there are programs overseas that could be tapped into? Whereby someone commits to 1 year or 6 months & in exchange gets housing & some modest pay & gets to experience life in USA? I am not sure where to turn to research this...If I am able to uncover something I will be sure to let you know. Thanks for the updates!
Love & Strength,
Jeannine Kilroy
Belmont, CA USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2008 6:27 PM CST

Greetings Brehms. Stoked to hear about different progressions. I often see and surf with Darryl Stolz and we always talk about how its going in Utah. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Keep the Faith. Did the Fall Fest shirts ever make it?
Best Regards,
Bill, Donna, Shaw, Daniel, Kayla and Dylan
Bill Burke and family <billysurf-9@excite.com>
Morro Bay, CA USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2008 3:01 PM CST

hi gang, sorry i have been so MIA, but i promise to do better this month especially if we get less snow... perhaps, it was a nice weekend actually sunny. hope Eva is enjoying some sun in Florida. i will be by soon to say hi and take some ribbing for my absence. much love, lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
park city , - Sunday, February 10, 2008 9:36 PM CST

Hello Everyone!

I'm sick of the snow too! Ready for Spring! Better yet...SUMMER!

I think of you guys every single day and keep sending you lots of prayers!

Love,
Jennifer

Jennifer Rivera <jrivera@kc.rr.com>
KS - Saturday, February 9, 2008 9:14 PM CST

Dena, Eva and Bob... So glad Eva that you got to get away for a while and be in the sunshine and be with your son. You really do deserve a break. Bob you are such a great dad. Amy really did enjoy the visit with you all.. She feels like she is back at home when she gets to come to Park City. Stay warm. Love to you all... Mama Frye,, Amys mom...
Betty Frye <bun2844@aol.com>
- Friday, February 8, 2008 12:20 AM CST

Hello Brehms,

Just checking in to see how the weather is treating you!

Debbi <dndlehr@yhaoo.com>
TX - Friday, February 8, 2008 8:54 AM CST

Hi Bean, Bob and Eva-
Missing you! Stay warm!
Hugs-
E
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Thursday, February 7, 2008 10:10 AM CST

Yo, Sister love..remember the quarter I gave andy patch? And derek gibral? late night party at the houseat lunada bay? eva and bob were out of town, but eva had all of her homemade art paper sheets sticking to the glass window doors. Robby was so concerned with the deck being clean (not inside). I said to you _ who do you think will win? And Dena said- I put my bet on Andy. He won.As you will. Love you girl. heidi
heidi <heidirhublou@aol.com>
Laguna Beach, ca - Sunday, February 3, 2008 3:28 AM CST

Hi Dena,
So stoked on all the progress! Hope you are having a good day!
Peace!
Tom Neth <tomano252@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, February 2, 2008 11:59 PM CST

I am sorry to hear about the weather whoas and Dena's discomfort. But dear Bob, please remember that if Dena wasn't who she is, such a successful and adventurous being. She would not have shown us all her strengh and courage that all of us have come together to admire!!! Keep positive I am sure she is just cold as you suggest. Hope Eva had a great vacation...I e-mailed Robby and said they visited before he heads back to the Bahamas...AHHH the life of a sailor! Love to all!
Debbi (Duston) Lehr <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Clyde, TX - Friday, February 1, 2008 8:52 PM CST

I love you Dena, I love you Bob, I love you Eva, I love you Caden!!!!! OXOXOX from Amy and Ashley!!! We miss you so much!
Amy Frye <amyashleylucy@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, GA - Thursday, January 24, 2008 5:14 PM CST

Hi guys - Hope it is not too late to say HAPPY NEW YEAR! We spent a day (yep a day LOL) with my parents at Christmas time... Bob you will love what I did to them... you know it has been a while since they have seen the kids... let's see - 4 inches in Samantha(eye glasses!) and 3 inches for Woody plus braces for both! So I sent the kids up to the front door of the new house and they knocked - when dad answered the door he said YES - Woody said "we heard someone was making Tacos" and my dad said "oh my Gawd Loretta look who is here" - (for those of you that don't know my dad - his Tacos are FAMOUS! and well loved especially by my kids). We spoke a lot about their visit with you and Dena's progress - we are all so happy that you are seeing improvements in Dena. I know how this can bring a breath of fresh air and give you that extra UMPH that you need to make it through the days. As I am sure you have figured out I didn't make it to PC this last summer - Sammy and Joey did - they blew into town...she played softball and they blew outta town! This upcoming summer she most likely will be going to Colorado... but if she is back in pc I will make a special effort to spend a special day with Dena. I am really looking forward to seeing the difference with my own two eyes.

I have heard a bit from Robbie - we have emailed back and forth - and of course I remind him who his first kiss is EVERY time I chat with him! Hey, give this old lady a thrill (yeah yeah I "am" 40 now!) .... Love to all!

V
Vicki Morris <menifeenardones@msn.com>
Menifee, Ca USA - Thursday, January 24, 2008 4:27 PM CST

Good to hear that Eva and Robby are visiting and warming up in FL. Hopefully the real cold weather won't make you sick Bob! Keep up the great details, I am sure it was a combination of cold weather, new people, and new machinery but Dena is communicating her distaste for it which is good right? ANyway have fun with you football and all the snow and thanks for the update. Keep warm!
Debbi <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
TX - Monday, January 21, 2008 6:23 PM CST

July 3rd is a perfect day Matt. I chose the original Dena Day, November 2. I chose April 29 as well so I have two dates on my calendar. I am hoping we can get everyone who reads these posts to chose a date!!

So glad the Diamonds for Dena was a success. Sounds like you had a great time.

Love, Jodi
JC <Jodgrl1043@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 17, 2008 10:48 AM CST

Hi all,

I wanted to thank Jeannine and Amir and Darryl for arranging and promoting the "Diamonds are for Dena" fundraiser. I bought 1/3 of the winning ticket and had a great evening at the swanky Elrod house in Palm Springs with family and a few friends.

Mel and Kris (the other 2/3 of the ticket), I hope you get out there. The place is really really cool. Its not kid friendly but is a great place to make kids.

Jodi, I like your Dena Day calendar reminder to make a donation idea (a few posts down). Mine is set for July 3rd.

Happy new year!
Matthew Newell <matthew.r.newell@gmail.com>
Indianapolis, IN - Tuesday, January 15, 2008 6:40 PM CST

Hello All,

I had a great weekend drive to San Antinio, TX to pick up his brother who flew in form MI. We had ALL day to explore and with gas prices the way they are we haven't been out exploring as much as we use to. Anyway to my point we stumbled accross a beautiful TX State Park at Inks Lake that has naturaul granite surrounding it and made the water look crystal clear and dark blue. The walking trails were really nice and true trails even for the not so advid hiker. And all of this was smack dab in the middle of a whole bunch of towns...it amazed me as we sat there eating our picnic lunch that we are all so busy sometimes we forget to look around us.

My husband and I live on a small ranch in the middle of no where Texas but it has it's own beauty. It's not the Pacific Ocean of my youths or the majestic Sierra Nevada Mtns but it is beautiful slow rolling hills in the central plains of TX and if I took the time I would remember why we bought our home here was because of the beauty and the instant get-away feeling we felt when we got home each night from town.

We wandered the trails here at the state park which had 3 parks really almost on top of each other with the Longhorn Caverns to explore underneath and vista trails to conqueor and we were so wanting to stay more than the 45 min. we had before getting back on the road.

We will definitely be back! Besides it looks like a great sailing lake and I have yet to show my husband how to sail and they have kayak and sailboat rentals available there. I guess I wanted to share my little bit of happiness I discovered in HUGE TX I know there is still more to explore and I know Dena would love the adventure, adrenaline and beauty too!

Hope you all had a great weekend too! Now I need to go feed the goats, llamas, horses, dogs and cats...oh yeah and maybe I should make dinner for my husband too! Just to round out a great outdoor weekend that I've been needing for a while. I may not be smelling roses but I am smelling nature;-)
Debbi <dndlehr@yahoo.com>
Texas, - Sunday, January 13, 2008 5:02 PM CST

What more needs to be said people?

Why can't EVERYONE with opinions good, bad or indifferent keep them to themselves? Haven't we all heard enough? Obviously the debating will continue until people stop calling others wise, unwise, appropriate, inappropriate, right, wrong, concerned, not-concerned.

To the people have positive opinions-you are entitled and have every right to voice them. To the people with negative opinions-you are entitled and have every right to voice them. However, pointing fingers and trying to prove your point on this website is not constructive or productive and clearly not effective at this point. Let's just put this to rest and move on.

Dana

Dana <danaclar@cisco.com>
- Friday, January 11, 2008 11:55 AM CST

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Koo Cho. Your wise and compassionate words are worth reading very carefully. I hope everyone does this and considers thoughtfully before posting. The right to HAVE an opinion should NEVER be confused with the appropriateness of sharing it indiscriminately.

God bless you, Bob and Eva. You are wonderful, loving parents and grandparents.

Koo Cho, best wishes, thoughts, and prayers to you on your journey as well.
A regualr visitor
- Friday, January 11, 2008 8:28 AM CST

Dear Dena and family, I came to your site after reading about her China trip in the papers. My husband Chris suffered a severe brain injury just 1 week before Dena�s accident in April 2005 and has since been severely disabled physically and cognitively. I took him to China as well last year � and given the improvements he has made, we are returning again in two months for more stem cell therapy.

My husband Chris and I have a little boy who was less than 2 y.o. at the time of my husband�s cardiac arrest who was only 32 y.o. at the time. Life in the last 3 years has been very hard for all of us as I am sure you can relate to. I truly genuinely think no one can phantom what really is to have a loved family member with such a devastating brain injury, what caring for someone in this state entails, the absolutely emotional rollercoaster of all people involved, the physical exhaustion, and the extent of financial devastation that fall upon the guardians fighting for recovery of a brain injury like Dena�s and Chris�.

I have made many decisions in the last three years in many different fronts regarding Chris (health and care, personal, financial, practical, etc) as it was required to be made. Sometimes, people will not agree with your decisions as it happened made times with certain decisions I made regarding my husband and my life. All I can say is that people are so entitled to have their differing opinions but if I can just note 2 things: 1. if one does not have something supportive to say, it is better not to say it at all because it could be very hurtful for the people involved (Bob and Eva). They already live in so much pain and deal with so much and off course people feel differently and disagree, and it is so OK to disagree and feel differently, but expressing it so publicly may be very hurtful to the people (Bob and Eva) who only need support and encouragement to continue on this very difficult journey of caring for Dena. It is also unnecessary because it brings nothing � what good came out of the negative comment? None. Therefore, not necessary, keep it to yourself. 2. I know it is easy to project and think �I would do this or that�. Actually people can not. Only the people involved are equipped with 100% of the information to make whatever decisions they deem appropriate � and whatever they decide, it is what they deemed to be in Dena�s best interest. Period.

I do not know any of you but I just wanted to reach out to Bob, Eva, and say that you are doing such a fantastic job. I check your site often as I do with many other brain injury sites. Many strangers have reached out to me in the last three years and it did mean so much to me. I wish I could do some of the therapies you provide Dena (i.e. horse riding) but Chris� condition is much more severe. He is in a specialized nursing home.

My name is Koo Cho. I live in London, UK. My email is koo_cho@hotmail.com and my husband website is http://chrisbarnes.blogharbor.com/ in case you want to see or follow his progress.

You are all in my thoughts and I wish you continued progress and healing in the new year.

Happy 2008!

Koo Cho <koo_cho@hotmail.com>
London, England - Friday, January 11, 2008 7:18 AM CST

If another visitor 'happens' across this site and feels the need to share, maybe next time they won't ignore the most important entry of all, from Dena's father who could not have made his wishes any more clear:

Journal

Saturday, January 5, 2008 4:13 PM CST

HAPPY NEW YEAR. Well the hectic Christmas season is over and the never ending football games begin. Next week the routine for Dena starts with speech therapy and horse back riding. We will see a new doctor a GP who is local and hopefully get rid of her congestion. Dena uses her NU-Step daily and I think her right leg is getting stronger, but it really is too early to tell.
Another negative comment regarding Dena's business. We have enough negatisim in our lives without our "friend" bashing Glenn. Please read his detailed explanation of the business on 12/20/07. Dear friend call me at 561-254-6670 if you have any further comments or questions. If you live in the area, be positive and stop by for a visit Dena loves company. By the way Dena earned $118.00 in two weeks. Thank you for supporting her. I have several projects in the works, but too new to go into any detail. Of course I will keep you informed.
Love, Dena, Eva, Bob
Brad M (PC Ride)
- Thursday, January 10, 2008 9:19 AM CST

I am so disappointed by the bickering occuring on this page about this new venture of Dena's. We all need to remember what the true spirit of this website is about and also consider how upsetting this surely must be to Bob and Eva, who struggle everyday to bring happiness and quality to Dena's life. They are the ones in the trenches and if they have decided they want to try this, then so be it. Who are we to tell them otherwise?? One of the real dangers of this computer age we live in, is our ability to share our opinions. Well guess what-it isn't always important to let people know what you think and not everyone cares like you do. Sad commentary I know, but true. So I say, let's agree to disagree but keep it off this site. And if you don't agree with this venture or product, just don't buy the stuff. End of story.
My heart goes out to Dena, Bob, Eva and Caden. Keep fighting the good fight and don't let this get in your way.
Mary Keefe
Branford, CT USA - Thursday, January 10, 2008 9:06 AM CST

Glen, I happened upon this website looking for something else..and decided to read thru what appeared to be an uplifting story about a wonderful woman that endured a great deal of tragedy and suffering. And, in reading the uplifting and supportive posts over the course of a yr or so, I find this 'creep' suddendly surface to announce himself as a 'friend' that deelpy cared and wanted to help. And, in such eloquent fashion, attempts to persuade Dena's caring friends into believing that if they just bought your product (brazillian wonder potion..mmmmmm hmmmm) that Dena would recieve $8. That leaves, approx 6 times that left for a bucket we can call 'other'. I tend to agree with the 'Friends' that spoke up and challenged you on the ethics of this. Personally, as an innocent observer, Dena deserves the original intent of this web site which was based on loving friends and family as supporters, not a free, public advertising space. I have past experience with MLM...dude, you ain't foolin nobody...
Amy
- Thursday, January 10, 2008 1:46 AM CST

A friend told me that there is a fine line between discernment and judgement. It's great to read and see that we all care. Let's not only put the "caring" back; let's put the "bridge" back. Bridges connect places that are alike. Bridges also connect terrians that differ greatly.
Sun <krapinus1@yahoo.com>
Park City, UT - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 9:57 PM CST

Shifting gears�

Not sure if any of you have been watching the weather lately. I woke up to 3� of snow on my driveway this am. Good for the resorts and for riding (I�ve hit some great powder days), but not so good for the toboggan run street I live on. Every time the plow hits my street, it leaves a 1� sheet of solid ice and there�s about an 10% grade for 200 yards� cars pile up at the bottom in a snow bank every morning � crazy!

Bob, Eva, I hope you guys are faring well. From FL sun to UT powder (and many feet of it) is probably a tough adjustment! I hope you have a good supply of gas for the blower! I ran my blower out twice just trying to plow a path to my car!

I hear you have a new GP doctor for Dena, THAT�S AWESOME. You mentioned Dena had �congestion� � Did she have a cold? Please keep us posted. Bob, Eva � still very much want to arrange a coffee day at my house one morning a week (lets wait for the toboggan run to thaw though!).

I look forward to hearing about your �plans in the works� and to your next updates. THANKS!
Cogan Family <glenn@drinkacaipc.com>
Park City, UT - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 1:39 PM CST

Another Friend,
You asking if others agree with you is only perpetuating the problem of negativity. As the person prior to you suggested, just DROP it. As it was pointed out numerous times, by numerous people, we all have different ideas for support, just because many disagree with MLM doesn't mean they are wrong or negative,it just means they have another opinion.
Let's turn this site back into "Caring" bridge for Dena and leave the debating for someplace else.

Karen
- Wednesday, January 9, 2008 1:06 PM CST

5 more upsetting sentences after a self-appointed ref says �enough�.Glen is not perpetuating this.Concerns were addressed, his responses were courteous.This is very upsetting.The family has asks us to stay positive.
Aren�t you all friends?I don�t understand how this has escalated or why glen takes the brunt.Bob and Eva write that they made a decision they are okay with.Are some in the group better qualified to decide for Bob and Eva what�s best?
We have no business in this aspect of their life.Voicing concern is different than openly casting judgment on any family member or friend, or on any decision Dena�s family makes.If these posts are not negative, at the very least they are not positive.
Dena Day is a great idea.So is the idea that we can buy or not buy from Dena�s business.We can donate or not donate if we choose, we can fundraise.Each of us will do what we are comfortable with.The focus of this site and our posts badly needs to be shifted back to Dena and her family and how they are doing through all this.Hopefully there are others in this group who agree?
Another Friend
- Wednesday, January 9, 2008 12:52 AM CST

Enough
This is all getting so ridiculous and Glen you seem to be the only one who is continually calling peoples questions and concerns "negative".
Why don't you be the first to let it go and let peoples opinions be just what they are, opinions. We are all entitled to one.
Just because others don't agree with you doesn't make them wrong, nor right. Just different.
I believe whole heartedly no one has purposely been negative and certainly everybody on Dena's sight only wants the best for her.To intimate others are "dressing up concern" by using words like Love and God is insulting. Please take your own advice and stop debating and promoting your personal opinions on "Dena's" sight and hopefully others will take your lead.

Friend (S)
- Tuesday, January 8, 2008 8:33 PM CST

We are all adult enough to quietly and calmly come to our own conclusions � lets. I saw a financial need, I suggested (one) option to add in with the others; we poled 600 people, 200+ responded in favor. The Brehms decided it couldn�t hurt. It was a unique and refreshing concept, and even in the midst of controversy, it has been successful for Dena.

It�s this vibe lately among friends that really hurts, more so for Bob and Eva and Dena. We can dress it up as concern, we can end our posts with words of Love and Blessings from God, but no matter how we serve it up, it�s negativity, and Bob specifically asked us not to bring here; it emanates off the screen and into our lives. Is this fair to Bob, Eva, Dena, Caden...?

Take the focus off me and take the focus of you; remember this is Dena�s site. This is Dena�s place for positive, encouraging words between and for her many friends, it's not the place for debate, or personal opinions, or hostility.

Can we just agree to just put the focus back on the positive in life, and move away from the negative? It's a new year, lets circle back around DENA - it seems like a very good idea. Allow me to be the first to start with a fresh new post (to follow).

Glenn Cogan
Park City, UT - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 7:37 PM CST

Glenn,

Yesterday you promised not to respond to any negativity (as you perceive it) and today I receive yet another one of your self promoting emails in my personal email inbox. I provided my personal email address to Caring Bridge in support of Dena, I did not intend on making it available to anyone else for ANY other purpose. I don't even know you and would appreciate if I did not receive additional emails regarding your products.

I too find it troubling that people's very valid inquiries regarding you and your business have been misconstrued into lack of concern for Dena's care and recovery. Personally I view it as just the opposite. It is many of her friends who are intent on helping her benefit to fullest extent.

In response to the earlier post that suggests we spend our energy coming up with ideas for other ways to benefit Dena. Here is an idea we have come up with; send checks, gift cards, etc. directly to her. That way you can be sure Dena is getting the whole donation!

In love and support of Dena and the Brehm Family
K. A. Boo E.
- Tuesday, January 8, 2008 4:48 PM CST

Happy New Year. I regret it has been quite a long while since I have posted on this site. Thanks Bob for consistently keeping us updated with Dena's progress, even her smallest accomplishments are a victory. You all are constantly on my mind.

It is so distressing to read the latest posts and the hostilities that have arisen regarding Dena's new business. These kind of business's raise all kinds of concerns as Bob pointed out, without the questions regarding Dena's well being. I am deeply disappointed that the "friend" who posted their questions or concerns has been accused of not supporting Dena or her family. To suggest that anyone is not in support of the Brehm family is unacceptable. The ethics and morality of this endeavor is plainly the question, certainly not anyone's support for Dena or her family. We each need to struggle with that and determine our own conclusions. As a previous post stated if you want to support than do, if not than don't. I have drawn my own conclusions. Although I may not agree with others I will do what ever I can to offer support. I have been there through Judy Bloom, braces, dolphin shorts, roller-skates, first loves, party's, graduations, college, the lose of a great friend, marriage and the birth of our children. Challenge my support if you would like. Dena is truly my oldest and dearest friend and always will be.

There certainly is a need to help out and I will give credit to Glenn for putting that back in the forefront. I know very well the hard work that goes into fundraising. Since this is the beginning of a new year I have put on my calendar several days that I have designated DENA DAYS. Just a reminder for me to send a donation to her family. If supporting Dena's business is not something you want to do possibly you can join me in designating DENA DAYS. Whatever the choice lets not argue and just do what we can to help.
All of my love to Dena, Bob, Eva, Caden and Robby!!
Jodi
Jodi Caldwell <Jodgrl1043@aol.com>
Torrance, Ca. - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 2:03 PM CST

Glenn,
I commend you for your heart and for your effort! Whether one believes this is a the best way to help Dena or not, it is a means to which support for Dena is achieved. It has also reignited some much needed enthusiasm and attention for Dena, which is also wonderful. I applaud you for taking an active part in Dena's recovery and focusing you energies positively versus negatively. The same energy spent discussing whether or not this is the best way to help Dena could be better spent coming up with additional idea's that can benefit her recovery. Let's remain focused on a solution, thank you Glenn.
Jesse Ginthner <jesseginthner@hotmail.com>
Charleston, SC - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 10:49 AM CST

Happy New Year Dena and Brehms! Just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you all. I love seeing the new pics and am so thankful for all the updates. Just to let you know what's going on with me - I'm back in school again as a part-time flying job doesn't exist! Keep up the forward progress.
Stacy Pharies <dustbunny@suddenlink.net>
Lubbock, TX - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 10:00 AM CST

This person knows an inquiry posted in a forum of close friends deserves an answer, and I've recently found myself pouring out detailed responses one after another in the hope this will subside. I realize now, regardless what I or anyone else writes, our friend will not be satisfied until someone jumps in his/her corner.

Bob has asked us to please refrain from this negativity, yet I'm caught in the middle in front of many people I have known a long time that I think are looking for me to answer. Not because they need to see what I will answer; I think most are hoping I will fire back; it's not going to happen, 'sorry'.

Bob and Eva, Dena and Caden spent an amazing Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve with us this year, I've known Dena and Robby since they were in 1st or 2nd grade, I've been in the Brehm's life over 3 DECADES, we literally lived a mile away most of my life (and now we do again later in life). I see them quite a lot these days here in Park City, as much as I can at least. I've made a personal promise to be more involved. I want to help more than I have.

I'm not standing on a soap box claiming I am a great friend, or that I have the perfect solution, I don't even expect you to get it friend, nor will I loose sleep over your lack of understanding. However, I do agree with the last few posts... I wonder what your agenda is, or what you hope to prove?

On a much more positive note, Dena's business earned another $30 last night for a grand total of $148 she now can use for her own needs - Very cool!

Thanks guys... I know it's rocky waters right now with this crap, but orders are coming in and Dena's business wheels are up and rolling. This is AWESOME!
This person knows an inquiry posted in a forum of close friends deserves an answer, and I've recently found myself pouring out detailed responses one after another in the hope this will subside. I realize now, regardless what I or anyone else writes, our friend will not be satisfied until someone jumps in his/her corner.

Bob has asked us to please refrain from this negativity, yet I'm caught in the middle in front of many people I have known a long time that I think are looking for me to answer. Not because they need to see what I will answer; I think most are hoping I will fire back with venom; it's not going to happen, 'sorry'.

Bob and Eva, Dena and Caden spent Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve with us this year, I've known Dena and Robbie since they were in 1st or 2nd grade, I've been in the Brehm's life over 3 DECADES, we literally lived a mile away most of my life (and now we do again later in life). I see them quite a lot these days here in Park City, as much as I can at least. I've made a personal promise to be more involved. I want to help more than I have.

I'm not standing on a soap box claiming I am a great friend, or that I have the perfect solution, I don't even expect you to get it, nor will I loose sleep over your lack of understanding. However, I do agree with the last few posts. I do wonder what exactly your agenda is, or what you hope to prove here.

I will not respond again to an anonymous post on this site, frankly I will not respond (period) to any further negativity. I trust you can all appreciate my position.
Glenn Cogan <glenn@drinkacaipc.com>
Park City, UT - Monday, January 7, 2008 8:49 AM CST

"Friend", to use a forum that belongs to our dear friend and to a family that we love for the gratification of your own selfishness and your own personal insecurities is despicable. My need to post anonymously is fueled only by the notion, my words and the tone of my post are out of character. I am also genuinely concerned that I may know you by some stroke of my imagination. If only for that reason, I am forced into the shadows with you.

If I were a friend to Dena and I am, I would scale the highest mountain to scream at the top of my lungs where I stand in the matter, good bad or indifferent. I absolutely do support Bob and Eva and I will support Dena's business, but I suppose you will be sending your donations by check right "Friend".

You asked your questions, you got more than thorough answers, yet you persist against the family's wishes. What kind of a friend does this? Who are you? We can label ourselves anything when we are anonymous though can't we.

This person will continue speaking for us, is that what any of us want? Lets speak up people, lets speak up.
More Than A Friend
- Monday, January 7, 2008 0:37 AM CST

I'm having a hard time understanding how anyone can be upset with any opportunity to help out Dena and her family. If you don't want to support through Mona Vie, don't. Help out in the way that you feel most comfortable with. I am sure that Eva and Bob did a lot of research on the subject and were comfortable with what Glenn proposed or they wouldn't have agreed to give it a try. I don't remember anyone asking me to sign up to sell the Mona Vie, but just to buy a bottle or two to help out a friend. Where's the harm in that?

Happy New Year to everyone and I hope 2008 holds nothing but happiness and good health!
Dede <dederog@comcast.net>
Auburn, WA USA - Sunday, January 6, 2008 11:39 PM CST

Glenn,
It's not the money from Dena's sales that is significant,I'm sure you don't receive even a fraction of the sales. But what you do get is a multi-levelers dream; access to a huge, captivating list, intent on one thing, Dena's care and well-being. The more we visit the sight, which is weekly or even daily,and the more we discuss it, the more opportunity you have to reach people. Access like this for an MLM business is a grand slam home run,worth much, much more than a piece of Dena's sales.Perhaps I'm wrong, I hope I am, but it was on Dena's "personal website" that we all just recently learned about you and your business.Please forgive me for sharing my thoughts here, but I love Dena and her family way too much to stay silent on this.
God Bless
A friend
- Sunday, January 6, 2008 9:14 PM CST

Brehms, Happy New Year. can you believe this snow!!

Bob and Glenn, thank you for the postings, i hope those that have questions about Dena's new business take the time to find out more about it by calling in person to discuss it. This is a great opportunity for dena and for those that choose to purchase and help her with some cash. This project business was done out of love, so please help support it, or if you want to question it do so in a proper way;

on another note, i myself have been bad lately on weekly visits to see dena and eva, we are all busy this time of year !! but even if you have a half hour they love company and dena is always a willing listener to our daily adventures.

Love to you all, and see you this week before the film fest starts. Much love, lauren
lauren <keis@aol.com>
pc, - Sunday, January 6, 2008 5:37 PM CST

Dena has actually made $116, and to reiterate, I make (zero) from Dena�s retail sales. I�m told Bob received Dena�s Visa card last week. Eva told me Dena�s recent earnings would probably be applied toward a new stroller purchase for Dena; not because Bob and Eva need the money, but because this is a huge milestone for Dena and they are truly thrilled that she can help with the purchase. I think you can sense that in Bob�s recent posting!

To set the record straight, these businesses tend to (only) pay commissions upstream when a distributor (Dena) enrolls other people into the business, and so on, and so on, and so on� As I�ve pointed out many times already, this is not how we are operating Dena�s business.

In Dena�s case, I proposed a simple and deliberate online retail business model � 1) We placed Dena off on her own, with no intention of enrolling people under her (ever). 2) Dena earns an income from this business (ONLY) when her friends purchase from her site. 3) No one is under any pressure to purchase or enroll. 4) No one above Dena stands in line to take profits from Dena (period). 5) People are paying for and managing Dena�s business for her.

I�m confident we�ve proposed a good thing for Dena with this business, and I�m confident Dena will earn more from the business in the coming months as we see good things happen from it for Dena and for her family.

Maybe a better question is this:

Do any of us really know who�s in line for our money when we purchase ANYTHING�

Here�s what I know -

� 40-45% of our money goes to pay to one of the top 4-5 NY, LA, or IL ad agencies
� 20% goes to the store we purchase from
� 15% goes to the distributor who brought the product to the store
� 5% goes to the trucking companies that got it to the distributor
� 5% goes to the Shipping Co that bring 80% of our goods in from over seas
� 10-15% goes to the BRAND we bought in the first place!

So long as Dena is assured that her profit will NEVER waiver, is it really worth us expending so much energy to hold this open debate on Dena�s personal website time and time again?

Donations are still graciously accepted, fundraisers will still be held, and gift cards are always an amazing way to help� Dena�s MonaVie business is just (one) more small avenue that we hope can help with her expenses.

I hope my answer was the answer you were looking for� If not, I tried.
Glenn Cogan <glenn@drinkacaipc.com>
Park City, UT - Saturday, January 5, 2008 11:57 PM CST

How much have you made Glenn? $58 to Dena, how much to you? We know you are benefitting, please explain before we buy. Just curious.
Friend
- Saturday, January 5, 2008 2:42 AM CST

For what it's worth my Mom has been using Monavie for menopause symptoms for a couple of years and LOVES the stuff! Happy New Year!!
Sarah Spicci
San Diego, CA - Friday, January 4, 2008 4:26 PM CST

Happy New Year Everyone!!

I want to extend a special thanks to all of you who I know and to all of those in the group who've been so supportive of Bob and Eva's decision to give this business a try for Dena. Your words are very comforting - Keep the good vibes coming!

I also want to personally thank those who've taken the time to post thoughts on MonaVie, or information they know (or have heard) about the product. It is clearly a beneficial product for our bodies, but as we've said many times before... even to just buy a bottle to 'try' helps Dena - It's worth it!

I think you'll all be stoked to know Dena's business has already earned her a profit thanks to a few purchases made by her friends! I've yet to hear if Bob recieved Dena's Debit Card, but I do know that Bob was pleasantly surprised when he recieved an email from MonaVie congratulating Dena on her recent earnings!

If we've proven nothing else, WE HAVE PROVEN DENA CAN HELP COVER SOME OF HER OWN EXPENSES! Maybe Dena's business covers the water and gas this month, then maybe the electric too next month... what if we could help with her mortgage!

Let pull together and help her double her last month's earning - SHE CAN DO THIS, she just needs a little help from her friends!

Thanks again everyone!

The image below is from Dena's business site. The graph depicts the two (2) weeks when she recieved a profit - Pretty damn cool.

Glenn Cogan <glenn@drinkacaipc.com>
Park City, UT - Friday, January 4, 2008 12:21 AM CST

Hello Bean, Bob and Eva-
Happy New year. I have a good feeling about 2008. Think about you guys daily. Bean looks great on her new bike. Loved the Christmas picture with Caden.
Congratulations on the new business. Looking forward to making my first purchase. I've told all my "Whole Foods" freinds about it so hopefully some orders will be coming your way.
Lots of love and support to you! Miss you.
Hugs-
E
Erin Embry <erin.embry@kohler.com>
Dallas, tx - Thursday, January 3, 2008 11:54 AM CST

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