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August 17, 2009

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Dear Gina, thanks for checking in (in words). I think about 500 of us check this blog at least once a day, not really expecting news, just as another way to commune with you, and with beautiful Blair, and all the family and wide, wide extension of family who are taking these roads with you. It's a boost to hear your voice. And in the days when you don't write, we still all hear you, and send you all love with prayers and meditation and goofy thoughts (even now) and good thoughts and beyond thoughts. We are all around you guys. We love you.

Dear Gina, sometimes there are just no words to describe our feelings. Just stay strong for Annabel, Cole and yourself. I know that Blair is doing all he can to try to come back to his beautiful family. I know it is hard to have hope and then despair. It takes so much out of you. Just hang in there for now. That is all you can do. Oliver and I will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.

Take care,
Richarda & Oliver

It is enough to wait. We will all continue to do so. And we shall continue to send all of our collective healing energy and care to Blair and your family. The sun shines daily and waits as well.

Blair, simply conserve your energy and remember this is a marathon not a sprint.

Let there be monumental healing and strides made in their proper time.

Strength and love to you all as you navigate your way through the twists and turns called life.

Gina, thank you for your words.
karen is right, so many of us check this blog not for an update as much as for a way of communing with you and feeling close to those who love blair.
only my math is different- instead of 500 folks checking this blog once a day- i am that one loon that checks the blog 500 times a day. please know that with every click on "thisblairdaily" - and even more often than that- i am thinking of blair and of you all.
love love love, baret

Gina, just wanted to make sure you got my previous e-mail that our house near UCLA is yours. Whenever you want to come by fora quick rest stop, a sleep over (you and/or the kids), or whatever else it may be that would help. Much love to you all. Yael, Danny and Edan

Gina, I woke up around 3am, early Monday morning, and couldn't stop thinking about Blair. I thought, if we at RPA could come together and pray/meditate as a group, we could help with the miracle... Well, a group of us met yesterday afternoon, and the love was there. I know, in my heart, that Blair felt our love and support. And now I want to make sure you do too! I am sending you strength and love to get through this as Blair heals. Big hugs!

Gina- big, big hug to you. Sending strength, love, and frienship your way.

Gina, thank you for posting your message. I check this blog rather obsessively since Blair is in my thoughts so much.
I can't imagine the roller coaster of emotions you and your family have been dealing with, but my prayers are with you all and of course with Blair.

Like all of your dear friends, our day also begins wanting to know how Blair is and always wanting him to rally and be strong again...prayers and a flow of love pour forth.. The Bearmans

So good to hear from you! Wait we will, with hope, wishes, prayers and good vibrations all headed your direction. You are doing just what Blair and the kids need you to do, and that is good. Please remember to take care of yourself too. We are here for you, know that.
Love, Susan, Clay, Harper, Sawyer and Holden

Dear Gina, I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting you or the rest of Blair's family (except for the delightful Alan via RPA!) but I feel connected to you all the same. Blair is a wonderful person, a true friend with a generous spirit and a zest for life. I shall keep him close in my thoughts.

Come on Blair!!

It's hard to find the right words. I can't think, I can only feel. I too like everyone else, am constantly thinking about you guys, constantly checking this blog, am still amazed at the outpouring of love from SO many people...a love that connects us all.
Los quiero

Gina, I love you all. We will all have to keep praying, meditating, and sending our love. Hopefully on the hard days it will hold you up, while we wait for our miracle. Big bear hug you, Monkey, and Cole- keli

Gina...Despite the years, the time gone by and the distance, what has happened to Blair and your family hits me where it hurts. David and I send our love to you. I can't imagine how hard this is on you and your kids. We support you from afar. Everyday, in my moment of silence, I send Blair healing white light. And I send you strength to deal with all that you have to deal with right now. Much love. Jen

We think of you every day- many times a day. We send you lots of good energy and hope. Hang in there.

My thoughts are with you every day. Sending all of my love.

Thanks for your love Gina. It helps us, to give you, Blair, Annabelle and Cole our love. And to give our love to all of us, who are here, being with you and your family. Oh, you are all on our minds, in our hearts, every day, all the time.

I admit that David and I check the blog obsessively, hoping for some news, and in awe of the fact that you and Alan still find the time and the spirit to keep us all posted, which is incredibly generous on both your parts. We are sending so much love your way... and hope, and prayers, and positive thoughts. You are a strong and beautiful woman, Gina. I'm sure Blair is so grateful to have you at his side every day, just as he was before this all happened. Alan, you know that whatever you need, David and I are there for you. Loads of love to you all.

Gina, thank you so much for connecting with us. I, too, check this blog frequently throughout the day. Blair is in my thoughts so much of the day and of course you, Annabel and Cole. I just love you all so much. Ruby wants Annabel to feel her hugs she said. You are one of the strongest families I know. You have all been such a source of inspiration in right living and such a demonstration of love. Our prayers our endless for a perfect healing and that we all may hear his sweet voice soon. With love, Jaymie, David, Ruby and Sam

I am praying for you daily, hourly and inviting others to join me. I truly believe in the power of prayer as it healed my sister of terminal stage IV cancer. My other sister died suddenly of an aneurism but in the process I contacted a world renowned brain surgeon Dr. Black of Beverly Hills, a friend of a friend. Would it be helpful to seek his advice at this point? I trust you have all the medical support you desire but I am happy to recruit him if you want. I love you. We all love your whole family. We pray for a miracle. Bless you.

Dear Gina, we know how hard it must be, and appreciate so much of your update.
Please take care, we will continue to pray, and sending our love to his and yor way

Gina, Blair and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers constantly.

Thank you so much for your words, Gina. Constantly thinking about you over here, constantly wishing for Blair's continuing healing. This little patch in the blanket of love sends you all muchos, muchos abrazos.
Claudia, Anna, GoGo and Jon

Dear Blair, Gina, Annabele and Cole,
I am sending prayers and light from here in the wilds of Oklahoma. Have kept up on you through Miss Margie and MD. Please be uplifted in healing spirit and know that hundreds of friends are thinking of you all with love and peace. LV>M.

Blair,

I want you to know that you and your family are in my constant prayers. We miss you and look forward to the day when we can be with you again.

Tom Kirk

More healing energy, love and support being sent. May the miracles start to show themselves.

Add me to the list of obsessive blog-checkers, prayer-sayers and miracle-believers. To know the Renshaws is to love the Renshaws. Hang in there.

Another blog checker here! Much love and continued prayer for Blair's healing and strength, comfort and hope for your beautiful family.

You got it Gina. Loads of healing love and light coming from here from our family to every member of yours. Please take care of yourself as best you can through all this. We're thinking of you.

Dear Gina, Annabel, and Cole

We're back home and just learned the updated news, and are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers for Blair's healing. Stay strong. We love you all very much.

Silas, Sofia, Carmella, and Larry

Love to you.

Blair,

My thoughts are with you and your family. Sending you all the positive energy I have to help you recover.

much love.

Shelley

Dear Blair, Gina, Annabel and Cole:

We are constantly thinking of all of you and praying for Blair's healing. Please call us for whatever you need!

All our love.

Muchos abrazos,

Gastón, Tammis, Amancai and Matías

Gina- Sending lots of love and peace to you, Blair and the kids. I got the strongest feeling of hope reading all of the posts from all that love your family. So much love.

Dear Blair,Gina, Annabel and Cole

I'm praying,thinking and feeling very positively for your family to be together at home again.

Love.

Camila.

Stay strong, Gina, stay strong. Your family needs you. Stay strong. Your family needs you. Stay strong. I could go on, but I'll stop here. You won't know any of the reasons for this and why you have to be so damned strong when you're not feeling it, but the fact is, you must remain so. Life itself will put things in order, so there is no reason to do anything but what your're doing and to stay strong. We all love and adore Blair and hope and pray for his complete recovery.

we love you and you're all in our thoughts every moment x x s and j x x x x

I am thinking of Blair throughout the day, every day, and sending calm healing thoughts. I am thinking of you, Gina, and hope you are able to let your mind relax and rest during this time. Take care of yourself as well as all of the care you are giving Blair and your children. Love and BIG Hugs to you.
Love,
~Andrea & Gus

As Erin mentioned, a group of us at RPA got together and meditated/prayed for Blair. And afterwards, we shared "Blair moments," times that have brought smiles to our faces. Here's one of mine. When our 500-employee office moved to Colorado Ave., Blair had the daunting task of getting everyone transitioned. And what did I do? I went to him, and lamented the fact that I could no longer put a snowman image on the top of all my e-mails (which I'd been able to do with our previous e-mail system). The little snowman had the words "Seasons Greetings" above him, and irked some people (especially in the summer), which held a certain appeal to me. Well, Blair just smiled, and assured me he'd "get right on it." Blair, thank you for your kindness and patience. Your unflappable demeanor is very much missed!

While decades separate face-to-face conversations- the immediacy of the Blair's situation is profound. I continue to pray/meditate daily that the miracle of healing and restoration find each of you and especially Blair.

My family sends love and light and each day as I run through the redwoods- I meditate on each footfall to channel the great energy of those trees into healing.

Warmly-n

gina ... i send you and blair strength daily ... your family is in my thoughts and prayers 24/7 ... there are no words ... if you need a shoulder to cry or laugh or yell on, i'm here ... xoxo - grace

Gina- Thank you for keeping us all informed. You and your family are in my daily thoughts/prayers/miracle requests.

Dear Blair, Jeannine, Alan and Gina, Annabel and Cole,
It has been a long time since I have seen any of the Renshaws, but you, especially Blair and Jeannine were such an important and special part of my life, through our years growing up together at SMASH, with our tight knit group of friends, we were like a family (and that has always remained with me). I am sorry that we have lost touch over the years, as I miss you and think about you often. I can't wait to see Blair pull through this difficult time and be able to spend some time together again. And I would like to meet you, Gina and Blair's children--you sound like a very special and loving family. I check up on Blair at least once a day and usually more often (through this blog). All my positive thoughts and energy are directed your way. Please let me know if there is any way I can help out. Love, Sara

“Every blade of grass has its angel that bends over it and whispers, 'Grow, grow.'”

Blair, you have many, many angels, and we are all whispering for you to heal, heal...

Love, love, and more love to all of you!

More prayers, more meditations, each day your circle expands. as people who love the people who love you pass it on: love to Blair and the family, strength and support and breath and power being focused and shared and directed to you. Blair, Gina, kids, Alan, JER, you are touching a thousand hearts. I hope you feel them touching you.

Thinking of you all the time. With love, the Tungs.

I do believe the miracles of healing are beginning to take root. In our resting moments the most healing takes place. May Blair get as much rest as needed, may the family get as much love and warmth as needed.

Sending more and more healing energy.

Gina,

Roseanne and I send you, Blair, and the kids our love and prayers. Please know that you are in our hearts and thoughts everyday.
Also, you may see a rather strange color to the 'white light' you mention; your extended family in Scotland (my family) are praying too, so the light maybe tartan (plaid)!

With hope and love,

Chris and Roseanne.

Hi You Guys--Just piping up to let you know I am thinking of you today and every day (as clearly are legions of devoted and wonderful people who care so deeply for you). I'm sending out daily requests for healing, recovery and comfort for your beautiful family. Huge love from over the many years and across the miles-Lynne Rose

sending you love. sending you strength. sending you tenderness. sending you a world, no, a galaxy aw fuck that, the ever expanding universe of hope. know that we love you all, and think about you all constantly.

Dear Renshaw family, just like everyone here, every day I think of you guys and every night I beg God to heal Blair. My family went through a similar experience not too long ago. I can imagine the frustration and fear you're going through. After what seemed like an eternity, my cousin finally came through and is back to his regular old self. I have faith that the same will hold true with Blair. Until then, you will be in my prayers.

I just got the word today, such a shame that I have been out of touch so long---Gina and Blair my love is with you. Be strong.

Dear Gina and Blair and family,
Across the miles -- and the many, many years -- sending streams of love and strength in your direction.
xxoo Sabrina (Santa Cruz)

Gina, Blair & kids, still thinking of you all and praying for that miracle.
All my love from Northeast..Karen

my thoughts were with you all day today. i pray for the strength of your family during this time of need. words can't express how sympathetic and compassionate i am to this situation. if anything, this has reminded me to realize what it is i do have, the gift of life and love and to never take it for granted. i continue to pray for you and yours.

i also wanted to say that annabel's improvement in my class over the summer and especially during the workshop is amazing!!!! she is turning into such a beautiful expressive, and attentive artist right before my very eyes. i am so happy to be apart of her growth. she seriously is going to be a major force to be reckoned with in the arts if she keeps this growth up. it's very exciting to see and be apart of it all.

all my love, respect and support....

May the sunlight and waves of healing energy continue to perform magic and provide comfort.

Be well Renshaw family, I cannot begin to imagine what you are dealing with day to day.

Dear Blair, Gina, Annabele and Cole,

Please know that we are thinking about you all the time and sending you all the love, prayers, thoughts and energy that we can.

Love,

Jim, Abby and Eliza

We are hoping and praying with all our hearts for Blair and the family to feel this prayer of love as strength and support during this time....that it opens a portal for miricles to pass, and that every day give us occation to cherish Blair.

Thinking of you all this evening. *big hugs*

Sending you all love. A little something on JR's doorstep this evening. A lot of love and powerful thoughts and energy on all the wavelengths. The circle keeps expanding and all of us are with you.

It's the start of another week, and another wave of happiness and good cheer! Wishing and hoping from Louise

i am only figuring out how to comment here, so please know that i have been sending every prayer to your family. I am heartbroken, but will remain waiting for anything close to a miracle. Please know that many people who have never met Blair are sending their thoughts and prayers. All my every bit of energy... Amy Kane

The absence of words is an opportunity to channel all the love and light being sent your way - to take it all in, let soak and rinse away your fears and despair. Let our love warm and guide you in this extremely bumpy road, which we call Life's Journey. But KNOW, not simply believe, that you will get through this and that when Blair has healed enough to join us for the rest of the trip, that we will continue to be here, for the rest of the Ride.

Cotinuing to send you love and light every second of every day...

Dear Gina, Anabel and Cole,
We have just recently found out about Blair and feel just awful. Words definitely cannot explain what sadness we feel and our hearts cannot help but go out to you and Blair. We had the privilege to spend a few hours during Carlos' bday party in June at the beach, and it really was the first time I had met Blair and he was just fab! We had a blast as did the kids. Randy, Jordan, Carlos and I send you all a hug and our prayers. Blair will be on our minds and in our hearts, hoping for a prayer in the belief that he will heal and return to his beautiful family that love him so.
With lots of love and always here for you in any way we can,
Delia Lopez and Randy Keen (Edison families)

Dear Blair, almost every night I wake up, late in the night, with you in my heart. Just wanted to let you know that when I wake up I send you a hug and a wish that you open your eyes and smile.
Continued love and positive energy, my friend.

You're in my thoughts and prayers. Every day. Every moment.

When we were kids (I know, still are) we used to go down to the beach and boogie board. Whether we caught even the slightest bit of time in the tube or got creamed, we'd paddle out to wait for the next one. More than 30 years later, I can still see that Blair grin. I'm waiting Blair for you to pop back up to the surface with that smile on your face so we can ride the next set. Let's go!

Gina,
I just spoke with Andrew Mersmann and he told me about Blair. I didn't know about any of this. I don't know what to say or do. I so want to be there for you and your kids....if there is anything I can do if anyone reading this knows what Gina needs PLEASE let me know. I am praying hard for Blairs recovery and for you and the kids.
All my love...Marilyn

Dear Gina,

I just wanted to send my love to you and Blair, Annabel, and Cole. I miss you guys and I am praying for Blair everyday. Please let me know if I can help you with anything in any way.

love always,

Joanne

Dear Gina,
My love goes out to you and Annabel and Cole and all of Blair's family. And to Blair, I hold you in my heart with love and light and the strongest of healing energy.
love, Judy Accardi

Miracles happen by day and they happen by night. It is late and I believe in miracles.

Peace and comfort being sent at all hours of the day and the night.

Here is a quote I'd like to share: "The substance, life, intelligence, truth and love which constitute god are reflected by his creation. God fashions all things after his own likeness. Life is reflected in existence, truth in truthfulness, god in goodness, which impart their own peace and permanence."
Holding strong to this and other positive thoughts for Blair.

You have friends in some very cool places. Geographically and otherwise. All sending so much love and strength, wishing you strength and comfort. Me too.

Dear Gina, Anabel and Cole,
Just heard about Blair via Jeannine via my husband Brian. We've been out of town but I've been reading the entire site little by little each day. I just got to the last post.

I'm not sure you remember us, but we know your family through Jeannine and John. Our son Owen goes to school with Riley. I also know Blair from freelancing at RPA.

I wanted to tell you that on the plane home, I fell asleep and had a dream about Blair. He was telling me now much he disliked the last campaign I art directed and that I should try harder. Then he laughed and said how much he liked it. He was just kidding. I'll hang onto my dream of him laughing at his own joke. We send hope, love and good positive thoughts for all of you.

I remember Blair and his sister Jeannine from long ago, and though we haven't been in touch much over the years I have been sending all my love and healing thoughts your way over these last weeks. Recently I've been having dreams where both he and Jeannine are happy, healthy and doing great. I'll continue wishing and sending love and reading this blog 'til I hear that he's that way in real life again.

Much love,

Milya (Milja Eekman)

Hey guys, I don't know if you already use it or are so well-covered you don't need it, but there's a site called lotsahelpinghands.com where you can set out what kind of help actually would help, and friends can sign up to fit your needs. It just takes one main person to coordinate communication. Heaven knows we'd all like to lend our hands.

Gina, Marilyn told me about Blair and sent me the link to this blog. I'm so shocked and saddened, but we are all thinking of you and Blair and the kids and sending our love and hope and prayers your way. A great photo of Blair wearing big sunglasses and an even bigger smile (taken at our UCLA graduation) still graces our wall, and when I see that smile, I know his strong, loving spirit is fighting with everything he has right now. I love you so much and am here for you always.

Thinking of you constantly. Good wishes and love.

Blair and family,
Sending you healing energy and love.
You are in my thoughts and prayers all of the time.
KB

Checking in to see if there's any news. I will stick with the 'no news is good news' adage.

Healing takes a lot longer than we can imagine, and when waiting, a minute feels like an eternity. In due time, in due time.

Healing, strength and comfort to all.

Still thinking about your recovery on a daily basis. Hang in there Renshaws.

Same as elaine, same as everyone who checks this blog once or twice a day, willing to wait as long as it takes, sending you love and love and love.

Same from me - hang in there!

Since this happened, I've been spending quite a bit of time researching the brain. I'm trying to understand what Blair has gone through, and what he might possibly be experiencing. I found something I wanted to share with you. It was written by a man named Joseph Boysis, who was in a coma for six weeks. He wrote: "If you know anyone who is in a coma or is unresponsive physically, talk to them. They can hear you. They may not understand what you are saying, but they will recognize your voice tone. I did." I hope you don't mind my sharing that with you. As always, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

I started my very first square foot garden today. As I planted seeds and gently watered them I found myself awestruck at the brilliant way these little hard seed will become vegetables for my enjoyment and nourishment. I had to remind myself that growing a garden from seeds will take longer (substantially longer) than if I'd simply purchased plants and transplanted them. I vowed to be abundantly patient.

Then I got to thinking about Blair, and where he is today, and realized that just like my little 8 square feet of garden, that his 'growth' and 'sprouting' will also take time. Again, I vowed to be abundantly patient.

I have officially dedicated my 8 square feet to Blair, his wife, and his children (and all those who love him, near and far).

Keeping the faith, as I know we all are.

Dear Gina, Blair and Family,
Peter told me about the prayer ceremony and I'm sorry I wasn't able to be there in person. Blair's photo has been blessed by Amma - Mata Amritanandamayi. Sending many prayers and much love, Alison Richards

Thinking of all of you so much right now and sending love and hope for Blair's healing and for your family to have the strength and support to continue on. When I think of Blair, my heart warms with his smile and his warmth and friendliness always.

Gina,
I just heard about Blair and I have chills writing this message. I am so sorry and sad to hear about the events. Having read the comments from you and family & friends, the support and "blanket of love" you feel is real. Stay strong.

Charlene

Blair and Family,
While I have not yet written on this blog, I have been checking daily (sometimes twice a day). I too have been praying to God, reinforcing that Blair needs a miracle. Blair is such a special person. I can't help but believe that with all the positive thoughts and energy Blair has behind him, that our prayers will be answered and he will wake up soon. In the meantime, I'll keep praying.

I woke this morning thinking about healing of all kinds, and how it takes time (healing feelings, healing injuries, etc.).

In April 2008 I was bitten by a dog (through my jeans no less) that left a large gash in my leg. While the gash has closed up, the injured area remains. I have a large and permanent scar. But I looked at it this morning and it is less noticeable than it was earlier this year. Apparently over time it continues to heal without my being aware.

It is my sincere hope, that without any of us being aware, that Blair's body is also healing and will continue to do so over time, and that at one point all will look back at this time and simply marvel at the great and powerful ability of the body, mind and spirit to heal and forge ahead.

May there be additional love and caring for Blair, his wife, and his precious children. May the toll this most certainly must be taking on them be lessened each and every day.

Continuing to pray for your strength and courage during this difficult and uncertain time.

Sending warm hugs, happy thoughts, unlimited support, and whatever else I can muster to get you all through this!

Writing less, think of you more if that's possible. Sending love.

I just got back from a week in Cuyamaca Mountains with Gus and my parents. We went on some early morning hikes and sent out healing thoughts to Blair when we reached the top of the mountain. We are thinking of you all throughout EVERY day. Thank you to the Renshaws for putting this site together so we all have to place to check on Blair without bothering you. All our love,
~Andrea, Gus, Peggy & Wayne

Hoping and praying for the best. You are in our thoughts. Love, Jim, Abby and Eliza

Peace and better health on a daily basis being sent your way.

Thinking of you all the time. Hoping, praying, wishing, and sending out everything I can... Please get well soon.

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