Latest Visits with Tom

I went on Friday to see Tom for his birthday. Mary Ellen was there and shortly after I arrived, Ann also came to see him. We wished Tom a Happy Birthday, of course...though this wasn't how any of us thought he'd spend it. Niles came by as we were leaving. Later that evening, Chris and I dropped by Tom's house to visit with his family, and were happy to see Craig and George and Rich there, along with Niles and the rest of Tom's (somewhat ailing) family. There was a bug going around the Curtis clan. We had a nice dinner, and chatted with everyone. Some of us stayed later than others...LOL
On Saturday evening we gathered at Tom's again, with Troy, Ed, Mike and Chip (or Chip n' Dale, as Mary Ellen likes to refer to them), joining the same gang from Friday night. It was a very nice evening, though somewhat more appropriately subdued than the night before.
Yesterday Chris and I stopped by to see Tom, and to just tell him that we love him, and will always cherish the time we've spent in his company. Tom, you've been your own version of an American Treasure to us. You lived life as if it were an adventure, and every minute spent with you was a minute of our lives made richer for having known you. Love you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOM....

Wednesday

I came by to see Tom today. It was once again very quiet, and I sat with him for about an hour. I met Pauline, one of his nurses, whom I adore! She is really lovely! Tom is so lucky to have the people caring for him that he has. There are so many terrific staff members at Davies.
Tom was resting peacefully, and Pauline was very interested to know all about Tom's friends from the photos on the wall. She knows most of us, believe it or not.
After my visit, I stopped by Tom's house to see Mary Ellen, et al. Auntie Jan was out on the stairs making phone calls, and we had a nice chat. Mary Ellen and Richard were both taking a much deserved afternoon nap, so I didn't disturb.
Friday is Tom's birthday, so I know we all think good positive thoughts for him and send him our best wishes.

Love you Tom.
VIN

MIKA and The New York Times

Today I went to see Tom. It was very quiet today, and I was by myself. Our favorite nurse, Corey (hottie!), was on duty, so that was an added treat.
Tom condition doesn't seemed to have changed much, unfortunately. Nevertheless, I sat with him for almost two hours. I read the New York Times to him, and then we listened to some MIKA. I had to leave and get some work done, but I want him to know that I am pulling for him, and hoping and praying that he will get better soon. I am sure God has a plan for him and all of us.

Love you Tom,

Your friend,
VIN

Monday with Tom

Hi everyone, I went by to see Tom yesterday afternoon and a lot of people were there. Tim, Debbie, MaryEllen, his gardener, his Godmother and his Dad and Claudia came later.

He looked very well although I could tell he didn't like the music selection which was koit light. I meant to change it and forgot....although, come to think of it....Celine Dion was belting something out so he might have been happy. I can't remember if Celine is one of his Diva's. At one point we all put our hands on him and sent him our healing energy.

Debbie reported that she is beating George regularly at Shanghai. I'm a little disappointed that our only two-time champ can't hold his own with a newcomer to the game. Hmmmmm. George do you need help over at 18th street?