Comments on: Father who suffered attack on life support

By: silence.kit

silence.kit — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:42:16 +0000

So I'm a “troll” because of a differing opinion?

And of course I wish Todd a speedy recovery. I'm sure everyone does.

People on this blog are…odd.

By: m

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:14:27 +0000

To Forrest and family -
Please ignore postings by silence.kit and lazy along with some others. These are just trolls. There is real compassion and community here and we are thinking of Todd, you and your family. So sorry for this tragedy. Hoping and praying…

By: silence.kit

silence.kit — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:11:43 +0000

How's the “Black Helicopter Operations” going? Bust any bad guys, yet?

Honestly, grow up.

By: angelatini

angelatini — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 19:59:09 +0000

And I don't think your continuing to “stand by your position” is in good taste. Just sayin'.

By: Take back our streets

Take back our streets — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:13:36 +0000

Oh, this is SilentKit – The official spokesman for the pay phone community. They sorta push him up frount to run interference, because he has a hot laptop and can sign on from The Chai House in between hackysack games.

By: silence.kit

silence.kit — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 03:13:51 +0000

Wow. You're something else.

By: Take back our streets

Take back our streets — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 01:21:10 +0000

Lot's of these posters are mentally ill transients and criminals posting from the Ballard Library. Ignore them. They have an agenda to keep the crime alive, because it's how they make their livings. Some are sociopaths, which makes it impossible for them to feel what normal folks do. It how they can sleep nights after doing this, breaking into our cars, harrasing us and ruining the Ballard we once knew. Blame the soup kitchens and Food Bank, who lure then here, but do nothing to assist in this crime explosion.

By: silence.kit

silence.kit — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 23:38:34 +0000

Evil is an inherently religious concept.

By: silence.kit

silence.kit — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 23:37:41 +0000

I stand by my position. No one's saying that it isn't tragic, I just don't think the picture is in good taste. I apologize if that offends you, Forrest.

By: Trapper

Trapper — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:58:12 +0000

I hope that you will ignore all of the negative people on this site, Forrest, and continue to give us updates of Todd's progress. You must feel terribly helpless down there in San Diego, and I hope that you know that the vast majority of people are praying and sending their good thoughts to your family and to Todd for a swift recovery.

Namaste

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 21:13:27 +0000

I appreciate you defending my brother, as he can not defened himself at the moment. I find it amazing at the lack of compassion some floks have and the judgement thrown around by people who have never met Todd. I hope "Lazy" never has this happen to him/her cruel self, I would hate for her/him to have to read such trash during such a hard time for their family. So thank you.

Namaste-

Forrest Boettger, little bro

By: Finally Spring

Finally Spring — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:17:24 +0000

(((((GREAT BIG HUGS))))) to Todd and his family.

By: Horrible thing to infer

Horrible thing to infer — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 03:39:14 +0000

What a horrible thing to say about someone you don't know at all. Everyone needs a night off/out once in a while. Single parents, non-single parents – you have no idea if he was bar-hopping or in a band or anything. I'm a married mom to a little boy and there's this thing called a babysitter or grandparent and you get to go out . . . does that make me a bad mom? If so, I'll claim that title.

By: chopper_74

chopper_74 — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:45:22 +0000

Forrest, sorry, there's no words to describe how despicable some of these folks can be. It has to be tough to read all this crap.
Our prayers, and whatever support we can provide will be there for your brother. Most of Ballard and it's people are incredible, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else, but just like any other place, we've got tough issues to confront. Some folks need to wake up, I wish it were sooner than later…but I do what I can meanwhile.
Thanks for being a part of the discussion, I think it helps, tho, I wouldn't wish for you do have to defend your big brother like this.
I hope you find some peace in this. (tell your brother to fight, he hears you) imho.

By: SPG

SPG — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:22:02 +0000

Forrest, My thoughts are with you and your family. I hope that my comments and replies that perhaps took things off topic from Todd to the discussion of crime on our streets wasn't disrespectful. I hope all the best for a quick recovery for your brother and only hope that this doesn't happen to anyone else.
I'll refrain from further posting on this thread, so we can leave room for more people to post their best wishes and positive thoughts.

By: SPG

SPG — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:10:55 +0000

NO. Living in a city does not mean you have to accept crime. That doesn't mean that it won't happen, but just accepting it and saying s— happens is part of the problem. Crime is unacceptable. period.

By: OingoBoingo

OingoBoingo — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:04:27 +0000

Then there are the ICU caregivers who are taking care of Todd 24/7, seeing the family members and shaking their heads at the waste. Terrible and tragic. They see it all from accidents to this. They are there today, right now, this second, holidays, nights and week-ends. Todd is in good care.

By: nina

nina — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 11:26:55 +0000

The way it was written originally was a weebit confusing and sort of implied she was a possible suspect. The geeky swedes changed it a bit so it is less confusing.

I hope they find those responsible for this. Ignore the internet drama below.

By: fanisse

fanisse — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:43:41 +0000

I've actually hung out at the playground with this man and his daughter. I didn't put it together until this post mentioning his daughter's name which is similar to mine and she and I have discussed this a couple of times. He's a really nice person and a very caring father. I do hope Harborview does for him what they've pulled off for a previous poster's friend.

By: lakreitz

lakreitz — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:16:15 +0000

Forrest,
I am wishing the best for Todd. I do not know him personally, but from reading the mostly positive posts here, he has many friends who think well of him. And of course, his lovely daughter.

At Harborview, Todd is in amazing and talented hands. Two years ago a friend of mine suffered a severe head injury and was taken to Harborview in really bad shape. The Harborview staff pulled him through in spite of what looked like life threatening injuries. I hope that they are able to pull off another one of their miracles for Todd. Please consider setting up a Caringbridge account, so that you can post updates on Todd's condition on your terms.

By: Josie

Josie — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:43:50 +0000

I unfortunately don't have a ton of cash to spare to help, but if a babysitter is ever needed, meals cooked, anything like that, I'd be more than happy to help.

By: JK

JK — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:38:55 +0000

Forrest and friends of Todd, don't let the silliness in these comments get to you, at all. None of them know him, know anything about him, and are all caught up in their own dramas. Sometimes the only emotional defense against a scary world is to make a victim into “the other” — then anything that happens to them can't possibly happen to you. Well, it may be an effective denial strategy, but it's pretty ugly to watch.

I just found out not only is Epilogue putting out a collection jar, but 10% of their weekend sales goes to the fund as well, so I'll definitely be stopping by. My best to your brother and your family.

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:26:28 +0000

Im so glad this last comment was kind I dont know how much more mean stuff I can read.. I just want to help my brother and his daughter. Thank you for your kindness.

Namaste-

Forrest Boettger, little bro

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:21:51 +0000

The sad part is is that I am reading everyone,,,WOW!

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:20:02 +0000

The Picture was given by me, his brother, to show what has happened to my brother. To bring awareness to your community that there is a problem………..A SERIOUS FUCKING PROBLEM………….LOOK AT THAT PHOTO AGAIN, DO YOU SEE THE PROBLEM YET!!!! This is all I can do from San Diego, but if that photo helps one person to remember that even if you just had the greatest time and you are laughing out the door. By the way as cheap as you think this is buddy its also very real to me and all of my family.

By: bruce

bruce — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:18:02 +0000

Hey Forrest,
I hope Todd is doing better today.

Namaste to your family.

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:08:42 +0000

You are a really mean person to imply drugs, irresponsibiliy or any other negative comment when my brother was found on a sidewalk, which the last time I recall was supposed to be were one walks in the city. Instead of trying to alter your conciousness, maybe you should walk a mile in a mans shoes or maybe get to know him befor you say so many mean things. I bet its tough to be you every day after day after day. BULLY!

Namaste-

Forrest Boettger, little bro

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:59:42 +0000

Thank you for your kind words and for caring.

Namaste-

Forrest Boettger, little bro

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:57:58 +0000

Thank you so much for being kind to my brother, this has ripped my heart to pieces.

Namaste-

Forrest Boettger, little bro

By: forrest boettger

forrest boettger — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:37:32 +0000

To clarify from my point of view, absolutley NOT, we just want to know if she saw anything. If she reads this please at least tell us what you saw. There is a Todd Boettger Relief Fund and you can donate at any US Bank.

Forrest Boettger, little bro