An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (FriedClamFanatic)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:09:51 GMT

Ed....I don't know you and it's likely we will never meet...........but you have done your daughter and yourself proud with this

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EliseT)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:01:03 GMT

Such a beautiful tribute.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 15:13:53 GMT

Yes, Scorereader, you pegged it exactly. Thank you.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (Scorereader)

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:09:30 GMT

That was an incredible and moving tribute. You drew a beautiful painting of the love and shared interests you had with your daughter, all the way to the end. I'm so sorry for your loss. I think, though, the spirit of her, you described, rubbed off on all us readers. Life is short, enjoy and love as much as possible - she seemed to live that way!

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:08:05 GMT

Thank you for your kind words, Mike. Today is especially tough. Tonight we might have gone out for Chinese at that same place or one of her other favorite places to celebrate her birthday. Dim sum for her birthday had been a regular since she was a tiny tyke----she absolutely loved it. Yes, She was born January 14, 1986. Today she would have been 27. I am not sure how I am going to make it through this day.
I'm sorry I missed you this last October, it would have been fun reconnecting and maybe going a few different places. Let's make sure we can do it next time you are out. I remember the time we had and it was certainly a pleasure to visit with you.
thanks again for the kind words about Lindsay. She didn't drink, but you could certainly hoist an egg roll in her memory today. Take care, my friend.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (MikeS.)

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:39:07 GMT

Ed I still think fondly of the meal we shared in OC back in 2006. I was back there in October for a couple nights and went back to that same place. Once again I ordered a live fish and had it cooked to order.

I'm very sad to hear of the loss of your daughter Lindsay.

Take care my friend.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:40:43 GMT

It's definitely the hardest thing I've ever written, but I saw as a necessity both for the healing process for me, as something her friends and acquaintances would want to read and just something to let the Roadfood community of which she was a part since so many of the places I've visited were with her, even some suggested by her. Some day I hope to write a list of places she had suggested (at least the ones I remember) and start trying them in her memory. I know whenI take a bunch of people to one of them that she'll be there with us.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (carlton pierre)

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:15:32 GMT

Wow, I don't know how you were able to put together such a loving tribute like that, but thank you. I'm convinced it's things like that tribute that keep our loved ones "alive" . They continue to live in us.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (carlton pierre)

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:15:18 GMT

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (mr chips)

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 23:26:58 GMT

Loved Davidson's. Good roast beef, great veggies, home brewed root beer. It took me a while to remember the building but I remember driving past a giant root beer mug while going to Portland from my home town of Carlton. It is all-American food served with enthusiasm and I think i will return/

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 22:18:12 GMT

Thanks,
BB. Mr. and Mrs. Chips just went there last week. I hope he writes up what he thought. I think it's going to become a required Roadfood stop in the Portland area. I can't wait to go back up there to try his other place, Tom's Pancake House. I bet they make a great breakfast!

buffetbuster

EdSails

I just wrote a review here on Davivson's in Tigard.

Ed, great job on the review. Davidson's looks like a real find! How can you not love a restaurant that makes their own root beer and homemade pies? It is great to have you back and writing again.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 22:18:09 GMT

buffetbuster

EdSails

I just wrote a review here on Davivson's in Tigard.

Ed, great job on the review. Davidson's looks like a real find! How can you not love a restaurant that makes their own root beer and homemade pies? It is great to have you back and writing again.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (pnwchef)

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 20:58:02 GMT

Wonderful words from a loving Dad about his little girl, thank you for sharing Ed, we have all missed you here,welcome back.............(BillyB).............I remember you telling me how much she enjoyed the Catfish restaurant that you throw the peanut shells on the floor..........My little girl enjoyed it also......Bill

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (buffetbuster)

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 14:49:46 GMT

EdSails

I just wrote a review here on Davivson's in Tigard.

Ed, great job on the review. Davidson's looks like a real find! How can you not love a restaurant that makes their own root beer and homemade pies? It is great to have you back and writing again.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (Ralph Melton)

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:41:03 GMT

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (TnTinCT)

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 10:32:30 GMT

A beautiful story, thank you for sharing it.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:14:24 GMT

I just wrote a review here on Davivson's in Tigard. Looking forward to you showing me another new place there, as definitely will show you around next time you come south.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (1bbqboy)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:25:15 GMT

I'm so sorry, Ed. She was a beautiful daughter.
We SHALL connect on your next trip to Tigard.
Take care.
Bill

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (CajunKing)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:21:13 GMT

Ed - Welcome back you were missed. Words can not easily express the deep sympathy I have for you and your family. She was a beautiful child. Thank you for sharing your tribute with us.

I too got choked up several times while reading it, and wanted to hug my son so much. You never have to apologize for your absence, family comes first.

You do have a family here on RF that care for you and will support you in any way we can. I know on my way home tonight I will stop and light a candle and reflect on your touching tribute and the life of your daughter Lindsay.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (harriet1954)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:41:00 GMT

Ed, I haven't been on much at all either, but when I have come on to lurk lately, I hadn't seen posts from you. Like chewy, my only child is also a beautiful 24 year old girl (people who remember me as shaynas_mom - well, that's her). I worry about her all the time...all the time. I think the only thing I can say to you, Ed, is to wake up each day with good memories, even though the bad ones will be difficult to banish. We're here for you. Thank you so much for the story(ies) and lovely pictures.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (chewingthefat)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:01:08 GMT

You have written a beautiful tribute to your beautiful daughter, it choked me up more than a little. My only child is a beautiful 24 yr. old young lady, I can only imagine your pain.
Ed, I can only hope you have many wonderful dreams of Lindsay, and you wake happy, not sad, and may they continue till the dreams become a reality.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (ann peeples)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:48:43 GMT

I, too, am glad to see you again. Your tribute to Lindsay left me breathless. Thanks for sharing her story.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (MacTAC)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:03:19 GMT

Words fail in the face of such heartbreak. Treasure the good memories.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (Texascajun)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 03:44:39 GMT

Thank you for sharing this tribute to your wonderful daughter. What a beautiful life she shared. My 13 year old daughter is a foodie inspiration to me also, we just drove 85 miles so she could try what she heard was the best ribs in Texas. I want to go give her a hug now at 2:30 in the morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank You and God Bless.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (mar52)

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:35:37 GMT

Ed, what a beautiful daughter and tribute.

I was hoping that you would return when ready.

Lindsay Simon... what a beautiful person.

I'm so sorry. My deepest condolences.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (Pigiron)

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:26:10 GMT

A beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing it with us. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (lleechef)

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:20:36 GMT

What a remarkable young woman. I'm sure Lindsay got her wings a long time ago. Michael and I send you our love and condolences.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (mayor al)

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:20:15 GMT

Ed and I have swapped dog stories over the years. It is wonderful to see you back here where you have had many friends. If there is anything we can do to assist you as you rejoin the group, please let us know Ed. Your contributions to the Roadfood site, and your friendship means a lot to all of us who know you, and I am sure many of the newer members will appreciate your talent for writing as you get back into activity here.
Welcome Back, My Friend. and greetings from the Scotties also.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (mr chips)

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:11:15 GMT

Ed, it was wonderful spending the day why you. This tribute to lindsay is a pleasure to read and a wonderful remembrance. Thank you for sharing it with your road food family.

Re:An Apology, Sad News, Lindsay Simon, and some hope for the future (EdSails)

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:06:25 GMT

Tony, Joe and BuffetBuster, thank you. I'll never forget how thrilled she was to take a group of us for Fried Chicken at Mrs. Knotts when she was a character at the park. That girl loved fried chicken!