POSITIVE MENTAL VIBES AND ATTITUDE NEEDED [Archive]

Wild Will

10-12-2007, 09:58 PM

Well, I'm in. Whatever you need to take care of this, let me know and I'm in.
Life's too short to suffer the pain of feeling defeated by a situation. If it's medical, you need prayers; I'm not the best one in that dept., although I've tried. If it's personal, let me just say that one time my eldest son was almost killed. Phone call in the middle of the night and all that. He was robbed and shot 8 times. He will carry lead for the rest of his life. He's a survivor. He's 24. Almost lost him. Life is tenuous at best. We all got through that one, and are thankful to Whoever listens to our prayers. Or maybe we just got lucky.
Whatever it takes, Bro, I'm in. Positive vibes to you.
Dean and I are going to be on the road all week; maybe we can stop by wherever you are and kick some cosmic butt. Maybe help you get through whatever it is. I have always rued stuff that comes at us from out of the blue.
Hang in there; we are a small but tight group bound together by our personalities which we've loosed upon one another via the internet.
You are NOT alone. I wish you peace and contentment.

JCsman

10-12-2007, 10:36 PM

Whoever you are...many good vibes heading your way from Texas...

And Alabama.

Capt. Blackadder

10-13-2007, 01:17 PM

IN, together with all the fightin' Viking spirits I can summon! :pope: :023:

Dirty Doug

10-14-2007, 01:04 PM

We're all brothers and sisters here in the Cafe and will always support each other. Nothing but good vibes from here in the low country of South Carolina. As a dear friend of mine says...." Peace be with you"

K-Rider
Doug

fganger

10-14-2007, 01:35 PM

I know there is a special place for our Dean, perhaps more than one. I do know that the Pit Tootsie and I have a spot for him in our hearts. I'm afraid to say that I'm/we're the one he is referring to.

Bonnie, Ceci (my youngest) and I went up to Wisconsin for her sister's marriage last week. Ceci was going to be in the wedding party - gown, and all the stuff which goes with it.

She did not want to stay where Bonnie and I were staying, she wanted to be with her sister. She told her sister that she was going to go over to the High School and do a little visiting, she added that she would be back at 4:00.

That was on Thursday the 4th. She made it to the school and has not been seen or heard from since. Today makes 10 days with no contact. All of her "things" were left in her room at her sister's place - money, make-up, iPod, etc. In general all the things a 16 year old "needs" with her.

Perhaps you can see how/why this is just making me CRAZY. The local police are doing a great job tracking down every little lead - still nothing.

Oh well, now I have to go see my therapist (R1150R), a couple of hours with her and I'm good to go on for a little while at least.

I do thank you all for your good POSITIVE MENTAL VIBES. Who knows what, if anything can help?

Frank

DarthRider

10-14-2007, 01:42 PM

Frank, something told me it was you, Bonnie, and your family that we were trying to provide some lift for, and I was sort of focusing on you.
Now that we know who & what we can focus even sharper, and will.
My friend, nothing will be in my heart & mind but the moment you and Bonnie have Ceci back in your arms.
Stay strong.
Your friend,

fganger

10-14-2007, 02:10 PM

Dave - thank you lad for your kind thoughts.

Promethean

10-14-2007, 02:53 PM

Frank! I hope things turn out well for your family.

I'm sending some more positive thoughts your way.

Tassie Devil

10-14-2007, 04:34 PM

Frank,
Words cannot express my concern for your pain.
You and your family will be in our thoughts way down here in Glen Huon.
You are part of our family and we offer every positive thought we can muster.
Stay strong. Even the strongest need support and you are indeed one of the strongest individuals I have ever encountered.

Your mate,

JQ.

Optimus Prime

10-14-2007, 04:58 PM

I'll be keeping Ceci, and her well being, in my thoughts. If there's anything I can do, just let me know. I'm only a couple hours from Wisconsin, if there's anything you need don't hesitate to call. I'll PM my contact info.

DJ Down Under

10-14-2007, 05:23 PM

Frank, I can't imagine what you and Bonnie must be going through..I hope Ceci turns up safe and sound soon.

DJ

Biff's R

10-14-2007, 05:48 PM

Frank,
I hope there are more leads and info on Ceci's safe return. If there is anything I can do, do not hesitate to ask.

vintagemxr

10-14-2007, 06:57 PM

Frank,

Prayers here for your daughter, you, and the rest of your family.

Doug

Jaythro

10-14-2007, 07:30 PM

Heavy Duty Positive Waves bein sent from Ireland hopefully they don't get lost somewhere out in the Atlantic!

In all seriousness I wish you and yours Health, strength, wisdom and wellbeing!!!

jamming

10-14-2007, 09:00 PM

Frank, you and Bonnie hang in there. If there was any way I could take your pain and worry for a few hours, I would. To give you a break. Since I can't, just know that we here at the Cafe and all of our familys are pulling for you and will be there for you.

DarthRider

10-14-2007, 09:14 PM

Frank & Bonnie -
I can't honestly say I am a religious person, at least in the sense of going to church, praying, etc.
But I do believe very much in the power of that, and related or similar things, such as meditation, a positive attitude, even karma. Something larger & greater than ourselves.
With that belief I've been on the phone today with my brother who is on a hunting trip and my sister, an RN with the biggest, softest heart in the world, and Betty who was on the road to join me here in Timbercreek Canyon for a few days. They are heavy into praying as are their churches who are now also involved. Also 2 branches of a friend's family who are "members" of some very large prayer "networks", also now involved.
Everyone is focused on young Ceci and her wonderful family. And I'm so glad you posted about your situation and gave us Ceci's name...they all asked that first thing and feel it's important in this.

Like Rog, I wish I could take the pain for you for a while...

Capt. Blackadder

10-15-2007, 01:59 AM

Frank, my friend... I've asked my healer to join in and bring her phenomenal talent to bear on the situation. She has helped me tremendously and here's hoping she can do the same for Ceci. Stay strong, bro... you have more people in your corner than you know.

fganger

10-15-2007, 03:55 AM

I hate to say this, but most of your messages are hard for me to read, for some reason my eyes become filled with water. I'm only able to read one or two at a time. I'm having another problem with them - I find the need to read them over and over.

Frank

mnnden

10-15-2007, 06:44 AM

Frank, I have been hunting the last couple of days and sitting in my blind. I thought a lot about your situation, A person feels so helpless, I can't even think what you and your family must be going through, I said some words, I hope they help, I wish I could do more, Den

Boxerboy

10-15-2007, 07:28 AM

My heart skipped a beat when I read your message Frank. Really!

I sure hope things turn out well.

Best wishes and good thoughts headed your way...............

supermotoC

10-15-2007, 07:54 AM

The Texas Postive Vibe Consortium just got bigger. Without friends & family, you got nothin'. My fingers are crossed and the positive mental picture of a happy ending has been set in my mind.

:ricky: Let your two-wheeled therapist help clear your mind of dark thoughts & keep the faith, Frank.

geechie

10-15-2007, 08:39 AM

As Collyer says, "Without friends and family, you got nothin'."

Well, Frank, you are a wealthy man where it counts. We're all hoping and praying for a positive resolution to this current crisis.

See you soon, my friend.

George

Deano

10-15-2007, 02:12 PM

I am at a near total loss for words. My family has yours in our thoughts and prayers.

Markus

10-15-2007, 02:40 PM

goodness....thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I can't imagine how tough this may be.

Let's pray this all ends well.

fganger

10-15-2007, 03:49 PM

It is quite amazing to me, the need I have to read these posts over and over again. Even though there are no answers in any post, which makes me say, “Ah Ha,” what is there instead is comfort.

I've never been in this situation before, when others I know have been I always wanted to do or say something, which might give some solace to them, the trouble was I had no idea what would help them. I’m sorry to say, I think I have a better idea of what to do now.

Thank you all so much,

Bonnie and Frank

Tripton

10-15-2007, 05:57 PM

Wow, I don't know what to say.

Thinking about you and hoping for you in Iowa as well.

Best wishes to you and yours.

Arby

10-15-2007, 06:27 PM

Frank

You and your family in our prayers, as well. My 16 yr old skipped out for a few days once. It turned out well, we're praying that yours does too.

RB

JCsman

10-15-2007, 08:02 PM

Oh Frank, Oh Bonnie. I cannot imagine. I call on the Lord far too seldom. I'll do so tonight.

If prayer and tears help, I'll be doing my part.

socalrob

10-15-2007, 09:36 PM

Frank,

Hang in there day by day for your family. I too am at a lose for words. If there is anything, anything you think anyone here on the board can do just ask.

Sir Limpsalot

10-16-2007, 03:47 AM

Truthfully, I am lost for words. I am searching for anything to say that might help or be some small crumb of comfort to you both.
Re-read the posts from all your friends here, please. Try to gain strength from them and try and remain positive.
Sadly I'm too far away to be of any practical help but please know that I'm thinking of you and ,like we all are, praying for a happy ending..

Simon, Linda, Lee, Neil & Kim.

HiOSilver

10-16-2007, 09:23 AM

Frank, we're thinking about you, Bonnie, and the rest of your family.

Chris and Susie

Capt. Blackadder

10-16-2007, 11:58 AM

Frank, I Googled your name and happened upon a Smugmug account in your name. I saw photos of you and, I assume, Bonnie and Ceci. Is that correct? If so, that will help me picture her back together with you. We're all in this together with you and I think about your family every day. Stay strong, my friend.

:wave:

DarthRider

10-16-2007, 12:33 PM

Capt. Blackadder

10-16-2007, 01:17 PM

Dave, sent you a PM. Before posting a link, I'd like to see confirmation from Frank that the girl in the pictures is indeed Ceci. Even better would be if Frank posted his favorite picture of her with the family, but that is up to him, of course. Might be hard for him to do right now, and sometimes discretion is the better part of one's good intentions, I've found.

Dirty Doug

10-16-2007, 01:37 PM

Frank and Bonnie,

You are both in our thoughts and hearts. Toni and I will send to you both all our prayers. I'm just up the road a piece so reach out if you need someone and I'll be there in a flash.

K-Rider
Doug

FryDaddy

10-16-2007, 01:57 PM

1MPH

10-16-2007, 02:04 PM

Frank,
Hoping with every fiber of my being that you all are soon reunited.

fganger

10-16-2007, 03:23 PM

Captain, as Dave says, you could be right on this.
http://fganger.smugmug.com/

Ceci's pictures are under "Ceci."

Thank you all -

Capt. Blackadder

10-16-2007, 03:57 PM

Thanks Frank, I've changed my desktop background to a good photo of Ceci and Bonnie together.

Rchop

10-16-2007, 05:12 PM

Frank, I don't know what more to say than your family is in our prayers. I just stumbled upon this thread this afternoon and Deb and I have shared your watery eyes just reading all the thoughts and prayers from our cafe brothers. I wish I could write something that would bring that "Ah-Ha" to you but, all I can come up with is positive thoughts and prayers for you and your family. I hope it is some comfort to you.

Randy and Deb

Deano

10-16-2007, 06:44 PM

Captain, as Dave says, you could be right on this.
http://fganger.smugmug.com/

Ceci's pictures are under "Ceci."

Thank you all -

What a beautiful family. The battle I have against the lump in my throat and the mist in my eyes is lost.

Keeping you and yours in our prayers.

DarthRider

10-16-2007, 08:46 PM

I think those Viking spirits may have been whispering in Baldur's ear...another good idea: Sweet Ceci is now my screen background too.

Frank, a dear lady I know is in an AA group and they said a group prayer for Ceci tonight. We're "covering the waterfront" pal !

DarthRider

10-16-2007, 08:51 PM

Dear Frank and Bonnie,

My heart goes out to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are out there for Ceci's safety and for your comfort and peace of mind. I, like others here, wish I could say or do something that would be like magic to return Ceci to you all quickly and safely. The best we can do is to send our prayers and thoughts to you all.

Terry
Plano, TX

P.S. While this is my first post, I have been lurking for a few weeks. This forum group is a family and unique among forums. I consider myself blessed to have 'found' this site. A remarkable group of people here.

FryDaddy (Terry) -
I'm sure Frank won't mind a brief hijack here.
Welcome Terry, we're very glad to have you and thanks for joining our world-wide "family" in helping Frank and Bonnie.
Sorry it had to be under these circumstances but hey, when it's time to "circle the wagons", it's good to have more company.

fganger

10-16-2007, 08:58 PM

I really can't tell you all how much all of this means to Bonnie and I. And Terry, I'm so sorry that your first post on what is a great site, has to be for this. I know you may think you have really lucked into a great site - but lad, you don't know half of it.

Friends, brothers actually, have offered money, time, and so many other things to help, I wish I could list them all. But I can't get my brain working well enough to list them all.

All I can really say is thank you. Yet, thank you it sounds so meaningless to me right now.

Bonnie and Frank

Boxerboy

10-16-2007, 10:22 PM

All I can really say is thank you. Yet, thank you it sounds so meaningless to me right now.

Bonnie and Frank

Frank, you don't need to say anything at all. We know what your thoughts are, you've shown your good colours in here often enough.

Best wishes are continuing to flow, and I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say we're deep in thought for you and Bonnie.

Capt. Blackadder

10-16-2007, 11:51 PM

Frank, you don't need to say anything at all. We know what your thoughts are, you've shown your good colours in here often enough.

Best wishes are continuing to flow, and I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say we're deep in thought for you and Bonnie.
+1 gazillion. Frank is, as they say, a good egg, perhaps the best one here.

:thumb:

TorqueMonsterMT-01

10-17-2007, 07:09 AM

Frank,
I am so sorry to hear this news. I am hoping with everything I have that Ceci is returned to you and Bonnie safe and sound.
Sincerely,
Jeff

fganger

10-17-2007, 11:16 PM

My Friends,

Just an update, in a couple of hours my Ceci will have been gone two weeks without a word or a real clue to what happened to her. The local police believe she is "just on the run," God I hope so. The police department is waiting for one of their officers to "come back." Apparently he is the only one who can authorize Ceci being placed on the "Channel 25 list." I think that is what it is called, in any case, then her pictures will be posted in the papers, TV, and sent to other states, etc., In other words the search will be expanded.

Her mother, my ex-wife, is "sure" Ceci is in a car heading back to Alaska. Ceci never liked the idea of leaving the state she was born in. As for me, I’ve checked her “My Space” site everyday, she still has not sent an e-mail since the third. I think of all the “important stuff” she left at her sisters: iPod/charger, money, make-up, etc. This causes me to think her leaving was not planned; have I been fooled before, well yes. She told Bonnie and me a number of times that when she turns 18, she’s “out’a here.” I find it difficult to accept she would forgo leaving her motorcycle and everything else which she could take with her in 1 ½ years. Who knows?

Someone asked me if she was my natural daughter - the answer is no. Her mother and I adopted her when she was three years old. She is an Alaska Native - Yup'ik Eskimo. Her birth mother was addicted to crack cocaine and alcohol; she used both while she was carrying Ceci. She was incarcerated when Ceci was born. The state took away Ceci as they had done with all her previous children. The state was going to give Ceci to the family who had adopted her older sister. She (the birth mother) did not want Ceci to go there, "I never get to see any of my children, and yet they tell me I can see them anytime I want." She told the state she would only agree if we would adopt her baby. We knew Ceci's birth mom since she was 9 years old, we first met her in Alakanuk, the last village on the Yukon River. A couple of years later we had moved upriver to Mountain Village, when we saw her again. She was brought to us by the nuns in the village. The young girl was living under peoples houses and was stealing food off of their drying racks. She lived with us for about three years, she was about a perfect a kid as one would/could hope for, we tried to adopt her. Well that was not to come to pass, but we kept in touch, she went to live with her birth mother and we went to live in Anchorage, ten years living in bush Alaska was enough for us.

Well the State of Alaska was not really interested in what she had to say, they had everything planned. They stated the family qualified for Native adoption because the "mother was Eskimo." My wife, Marilyn, wanted to adopt Ceci even though we had a child of our own: so the battle was on.

In any case, the state went ahead and started the legal process for the other family to adopt Ceci. However, the birth mom's Tribal Council stepped in and said they, not the state, had the right to determine the future of one of their people. They stated in court that they didn't think the adoptive mother was Eskimo and gave her a chance to prove that she was. As it turned out, the mother was Aleut not Eskimo. She also made the mistake of saying in court that "Aleut and Eskimo are the same thing - what does it matter?" They may be the same thing to her, but not to Aleut’s and Eskimo’s.

The Tribal Council stated in court that, "The Ganger's would be the best parents for any Eskimo child - they (us) would raise Ceci teaching her the ways of her people and her language." There was nothing the state could do; they were "forced" to award Ceci to us.

So why am I thinking of all this in the wee hours of the night? I don't know either. But this is the first time I can write about her and not cry - perhaps I'm getting "better" or perhaps I'm just out of tears. My Bonnie believes it is due to Dean, Will, and George - along with the Daytona races of course, taking all of this off my mind. All I know is I'm starting to feel a bit more human. Most of this, actually all of this, is due to our Cafe site.

The posts of support which I read over and over, and being taken into the fold of the San Jose BMW Racing Crew. I may get through this after all, especially with Dean calling to tell me "We are meeting in the hotel lobby - at 6:00 am."

Well it is 4:30 am and yet another night has gone by without me getting even one hours worth of sleep.

Thank you one and all, you may never know how much you have and continue to help my family and especially me.

Bonnie and Frank

vintagemxr

10-18-2007, 12:36 AM

Frank, just a random thought here, it's late and your message got me to thinking about a young woman I knew a few years ago in AK. She is half Anglo, half Eskimo and darned proud of her Eskimo half. After living at various places around the US with her eventual ex-husband it was Alaska that that called her home. Fine young woman, a sincere Christian too, but the pull of her native culture and that amazing land drew her back. I hope that your daughter is perhaps only using some poor judgment to pursue a heartfelt belief and need for her native culture also.

Still thinking and praying for you and your family.

Doug

Capt. Blackadder

10-18-2007, 01:17 AM

Here's hoping she's simply making her way to her birthplace. Only this summer did I realize how strong that pull can be. You see, I went to an elementary school reunion this past July in that little seaside village on the north coast of Iceland where I was born. Eleven hundred inhabitants when I lived there, but something like eight or nine hundred now, I think. Very small place indeed, but boy, was I lucky to grow up there. Freedom to come and go as you please, and I mean entirely... freedom like millions of American kids can only dream of. You want "land of the free?" Try rural Iceland.

I only spent about 24 hours there on that visit, but it felt like home once more. Even after 23 years, there were moments when it felt like I had never left... especially when meeting and talking to classmates and old friends who still live there. It felt like going back to my roots, to where it all began. A powerful feeling indeed, and many old memories cascaded forth. I for one would certainly understand Ceci's yearning for her birthplace... but I have a crystal-clear picture in my mind of your reunion.

Have fun at the races, my friend. I'll be there with you in spirit.

Biff's R

10-18-2007, 05:07 AM

Maybe she will be stopped, or there will be some record of her crossing the border into Canada on the way to Alaska.

Dirty Doug

10-18-2007, 06:18 AM

Frank,

I to understand the pull of Alaska. Even though I wasn't born there it's where my heart will always be. There isn't a day that goes by without me thinking or talking about living there. I only hope with all my heart that is what is driving Ceci. Aside from a poor choice of timing I can almost see her side. As much as I love my sweet bride of 38 years if, God forbid, something should happen to her I would return to Alaska to spend my remaining days on earth there. Unlike me she doesn't feel the draw of the place. She enjoyed our time there but she would be happy to never return except for a visit every now and then. Here's hoping with the increased security Ceci will be found at one of the border crossings. Until then she and your family will stay in my prayers and thoughts. See you in a few days my friend.

K-Rider
Doug

Jaythro

10-18-2007, 07:33 AM

Hey Frank Surely there must be some record of something?

If she's going that far Yeh maybe she can use fake ID but surely she'll need to use a card or something to buy tickets or even to get cash to buy food?

Isn't there any way to see if there's any withdrawals on her account?

At least it would help settle your mind if there was a large withdrawal recently or even withdrawals since she "disappeared"??

I beg your Pardon if I'm treading on toes here but sometimes the police sometimes have a habit of keeping folks at a distance

DJ Down Under

10-18-2007, 06:18 PM

Frank..Since first reading about all this it has not left my mind..and each day when I log on I go straight to this thread hoping to read about a happy ending.

Sorry to hear that has not happened yet...Hang in there Frank..I'm sure things will work out ok in the end..I remember doing a stupid run-away thing when I was young..and about her age.

Thanks for writing to let us know more about the past and looking through your pictures reminds my of what a beautiful young girl she is..She must also be missing her family so much.

DJ

socalrob

10-19-2007, 12:36 AM

Hang in there Frank. I think there is a really good chance Ceci took off for Alaska. Lots of things, Wisconsin is half way there (you're almost in Canada), she may have gotten the home sickness for Alaska from seeing the greenery of Wisconsin, its always kind of wierd on one daughter when another gets all the attention (wedding). So I am praying she is on her own adventure, clueless to what its doing to you. She may be afraid to call you because she knows you will talk sense into her, & she does not want to hear it. I'm old enough I've known some kids who did some really, really stupid things & later were just the best people when they were 30. I guess because I'm a parent too this is on my mind, I hope & pray Ceci is ok. Please know you have alot of good thoughts coming at you from those here on this board.

Steve Carlton

10-19-2007, 11:12 PM

I can't imagine anything more painful than this. My heart goes out to you and Bonnie. I'll think positive thoughts and hope for your reunion.

Best regards,

Steve

fganger

10-20-2007, 04:15 AM

Well here is yet another night, which goes by with little or no sleep. My sleep pattern is getting better - now I sleep every other night. As I wrote before, I do hope Ceci's mother and older sister are correct - she is on the run.

Of course without a drivers license or her passport it would be difficult to get into Alaska.

Daytona is giving my Bonnie and me a bit to do to help keep our minds from just going into overload. Not that we are really working very much, but I guess it all helps. BTW: I must add that I believe everyone would be quite proud of the Cafe Crew at the races. Whatever you may have seen or heard about Daytona, during the October festivities would be simply shattered by working at the track. Outside the track - mayhem, inside the track - well let me just say that it's a "horse of a different color."

Again, I do thank all of you for your notes of encouragement, your suggestions, and your many offers of help and assistance. Bonnie and I feel quite lucky in so many ways.

Bonnie and Frank

JToole

10-21-2007, 06:57 PM

...and Ohio!

I've been away from the Cafe for a while - "life" wanted more time and attention, you know... Anyway, I see that the brotherhood has not changed here!

Please, whoever is in need here, please know that NOTHING is insurmountable! That is, as long as you really believe in the previous sentence!

Hang in there, Old Buddy - Whichever one you are!

jamming

10-21-2007, 07:58 PM

Frank and Bonnie, if it's OK with the both of you, could I pass Ceci's picture amoung the Driver's of FedEx Corp? We get around the country a bit. Tell em to keep an eye out.

Terrie and I are keeping you in our thoughts. Hang in there Brother.

DarthRider

10-21-2007, 10:38 PM

Every time I see Ceci's picture as our PC background, I "have a little talk with her".
I look forward to doing that in person one of these days...

JToole...good to hear from you. You might want to drop back to about 1/3 down on page 1. Our "Bro In Need" is Frank Ganger and his family. You can read all about it there.

fganger

10-21-2007, 11:32 PM

Roger,

I can't imagine a better idea at this point, please do whatever you think necessary. If you need some sort of permission signed, (perhaps to post her picture) no sweat. Thank you so much for the idea.

Dave, you really are one of the brothers I didn't know I had. The list, "my list" of blood brothers grows, strange how most of them are off this site.

God I hope I get to help others off this site, as my Bonnie and I have been helped. Actually, as I re-read this, it is sort of like hoping one has major problems/troubles, just so I can help them. That is certainly not what I meant to say.

Stinkin' Frank

Tassie Devil

10-22-2007, 03:02 AM

G'day Frank and Bonnie,
I told the Tassie Devil clan about this post and the twins, Search and Destroy send their warmest regards and concern for Ceci and we all want you to know that we encourage you to remain positive and brave.

Cheers,

JQ.

fganger

10-24-2007, 07:02 AM

Well tomorrow will be three weeks without our Ceci. How this could happen is beyond me.

BTW: this is my favorite picture of her. She was three at the time, it was just after we adopted her. When I came home, after work, she came running up to me. I asked her what she was doing to get so dirty? "Playin' in da dirt."

http://fganger.smugmug.com/photos/109543118-M.jpg

We have no idea how all of this will turn out, but Bonnie and I, along with Ceci's mother, are so proud of the members on this site.

Thank you all,
Bonnie and Frank

Capt. Blackadder

10-24-2007, 11:18 AM

Sweet little tyke... I hope you're ok, wherever you are. I think about you every day.

DarthRider

10-24-2007, 08:24 PM

Sweet little tyke... I hope you're ok, wherever you are. I think about you every day.

Me too Baldur, me too...

Ed K

10-24-2007, 10:15 PM

Frank,

I have been away from the Cafe for a while and just now catching up with this string of posts.

My prayers are with you, and your family.

I have a daughter as well... and as with you and your daughter, there is absolutely no doubt that my daughter loves my wife and I (she would say that), and we, of course, love her with all of our hearts. But she has also said the same things as your daughter has about leaving... and, in fact, ours did leave, several times this year, and it just made us crazy and exhausted us from worry... but now ours has returned... as will yours.

fganger

10-25-2007, 06:34 PM

Ed,

As my grandfather used to say, "From your mouth to God's ears."

Frank

BobFV1

10-26-2007, 08:34 AM

Frank - I have been distracted with a number of issues lately and just saw this. So sorry and I hope Ceci is safe and sound somewhere.

PM sent.

fganger

10-26-2007, 01:53 PM

Bob,

Thank you so much for your message, I sent you a return @ 2:50 pm.

Frank

fganger

11-02-2007, 02:51 PM

Optimus Prime

11-02-2007, 03:22 PM

Most of the drama over the past month may be over, one of my "spies" told me that Ceci "closed" her MySpace account the other day. I don't understand it, but never the less, her MySpace account is closed. The only one able to close an account is one who knows the password to the account.

My thoughts on this whole situation are pretty simple. If Ceci is not hurt and has “just” run away – fine. If she ran from us here in Florida, and I found she was staying in the next town, there is no way I would go there and bring her back. If/when she decides she wants to return, she will. If she were younger, I would go and bring her back home. However, at 16 ½ I don’t believe that’s the way to go.

I do want everyone to know how much we appreciate the support, the offers of help, and your prayers. I hope no one ever has to go through this themselves

Again from Marilyn (Ceci’s mom), Marnie (Ceci's sister), Bonnie and myself thank you so very much.

:eusa_clap: here's to potentially good news.

I would suggest you notify the authorities and ask that they contact MySpace. My understanding in a situation like this, is that MySpace should easily be able to not only verify that her account was closed by her (instead of by random system Maintenance) but also will be able to give the Police an IP address which can track back to the location used to close the account. Perhaps this will enable you to verify that she's ok.

Positive thoughts still flowing.

supermotoC

11-02-2007, 05:23 PM

Hooray for signs of life!! If you can track the IP address from which she logged on, at least you'll have an "area" of her location. I'm sure MySpace will not be very cooperative, because once they set a precedent.......

All in all, positive signs like this can not be minimized. If she wants to run, let her run, but if you can follow through technology & at least be armed with knowledge (of her movements/locations), you (and quite a few others here) will sleep better. :friday:

DarthRider

11-02-2007, 06:27 PM

Frank, Bonnie, and family of Ceci...this comes as great news, and while not conclusive is certainly reason for even more cheer & hope.
Good vibes & positive thoughts will contunue to pour from Texas until the news is more complete and even better !

DJ Down Under

11-02-2007, 06:43 PM

Thanks for the update Frank....That 'is' good news.

DJ

Capt. Blackadder

11-02-2007, 10:09 PM

Good news indeed, good to hear! :020:

Optimus Prime

11-02-2007, 10:25 PM

I'm sure MySpace will not be very cooperative, because once they set a precedent.......

IIRC, MySpace has already set the precedent of cooperating fully with the authorities in cases like this. They won't talk to private individuals, but in issues of missing children and sexual predators they have been very willing to help the authorities.

supermotoC

11-03-2007, 01:17 AM

I'd really enjoy being incorrect in this case!!!

Sir Limpsalot

11-03-2007, 04:46 AM

Linda and the rest of the Davis tribe ask me daily if there's "any news yet?"

It'll be nice to be able to relay something positive.

Best wishes,

Si.

Tassie Devil

11-03-2007, 03:11 PM

Good news Frank...

I think Jason's post has merit.. Worth checking out for sure..

We will keep our fingers crossed down here in Glen Huon.

Cheers,

JQ.

fganger

11-03-2007, 08:10 PM

Jason,

Thank you for the idea/suggestion. I passed it on to Ceci's mom in Wisconsin. I told her about it and asked her to approach the local police with the idea.

I just contacted her with this idea today. I'll let you know how it goes - it may take a couple of days - who knows?

Thanks - everyone. I know it's not much, but right now it's all I've got.:icon_cry:

Frank

JCsman

11-03-2007, 08:46 PM

I know it's not much, but right now it's all I've got.:icon_cry:

Frank

It's a very real reason for hope, Frank. And that is a great deal indeed.

More thoughts and prayers from Judy and me in Alabama.

fganger

11-08-2007, 06:41 AM

Well now, today marks five weeks without our Ceci. The only "word" from her being the closing of her MySpace account. Her mother, my ex, tells me the "Police are doing everything they can." I have to believe that as well.

It is extremely heartening to hear from the members of our board. A couple of our crew have gone well past the “line of duty.” Without going into lots of detail, I can tell you that the search has picked-up a bit. As I had said before, the local police may be doing all they can, but a couple of the members of this board have raised the stakes.

Who knows what, if anything, will work? Certainly not me, not at this stage of the game.

Frank

Capt. Blackadder

11-08-2007, 11:52 AM

We're right there with you buddy, hang in there! :058:

Hey, how about visiting my blog site, http://comstock.spaces.live.com? I've got all kinds of stories, photos, and videos there. Might provide a few laughs, or at least take your mind off things.

RPD1

11-10-2007, 08:10 AM

Frank,
Best wishes for you and your family.

fganger

11-12-2007, 10:10 PM

Baldur, thank you for the post. Yes it helped, I think everyone on the Café site might want to take a look – it may give us all a picture of what our Capt. Blackadder is, about, like, and who knows what else? I spent quite a bit of time checking it all out, not bad, not bad at all.

Ryan, thank you for your kind thoughts. Who knows what will/may help? Certainly not me.

Stinkin’ Frank

kocook

11-13-2007, 06:46 AM

I enjoyed watching Capt BA eating his meal. A little young thought. You sure this guy has a motorcycle?

Capt. Blackadder

11-13-2007, 12:19 PM

I enjoyed watching Capt BA eating his meal. A little young though. You sure this guy has a motorcycle?
I know it doesn't show in the video but... thirty inch inseam, baby! :dance:

fganger

11-13-2007, 08:05 PM

I know I'm jumping the gun, so to speak, but I was at my family practitioner today and she asked me about Ceci. She has always taken an interest in Miss Ceci for she has an adopted daughter the same age as my Chup'luk*, (Ceci's Yup'ik Eskimo name). This was the first time she knew about the goings on, but it reminded me that in 1 1/2 days it will be six weeks without so much as a word from her. Stranger still with all the friends, and ex-friends, no one has heard a thing - and without going into detail, I have a spy in their midst to check on everything Ceci related.

By the way, the apostrophe in Eskimo words means the sound of the letter before the sign is repeated again. Why don’t they just spell Yup’ik as Yuppik is beyond me. Spelling in general is beyond me, so there you go.

I just thought you might like to know, mostly I think it helps me writing about it. Thanks for “listening,” now I believe I’ll go in and throw up the rest of my anniversary diner.

Stinkin’ Frank

* Chup'Luk means "little chimney." The oldest woman in the village gives one their names. Ceci's comes from when she was just a baby and her grandmother held her on her shoulder walking around the village. Her grandmother was a rather solidly built woman, similar in build to a cabin; Ceci sitting on her shoulder looked like a chimney, hence her name.

To answer your next question, my name was “Bia Jewl Ria.” It means the one we will follow – and follow anywhere. Boy did they get that one wrong. My wife’s was “Cu Cuc Noc” – the one we want to be like. My eldest daughter is “You Wan Ich” – another word for a baby sea lion.

So there you go, and people might say one never learns valuable educational facts on our Café site. FG

DarthRider

11-13-2007, 10:29 PM

Thanks for the update Frank, and the lesson in Eskimo !
Still thinking of you & Bonnie...a lot.
And Ceci everytime I see my screen background.
Stay positive friend.

Tipstall

11-14-2007, 09:21 PM

Frank,

I can't tell you how much this bothers me. I'm thinking of you. Can't say how much I hope all ends well.

Ken

socalrob

11-14-2007, 10:24 PM

I too check in on this thread Frank. Every day I hope you hear from Ceci. I'm glad you were able to make Daytona. Take care.

Jaythro

11-15-2007, 03:13 AM

I too check this thread every day from way over here in Ireland

Having got a brillaint relationship with my stepdaughter, I feel for you Frank and wish I could do something to Help?

How about an advert in a local well read Paper with a photo and a Lost Beloved Daughter type spin??? Something along the lines of We Miss you and don't worry the door is ALWAYS open just please call and let us know you're safe!!! No one is going to give you a bad time we just want you home safe?

At the end of the day if you have a recent photo where she is recognisable and it's posted in the paper maybe someone will call and let you know she's fine?? That would be all it would take wouldn't it, one call?

Best Regards and all the good vibes I can send!

Jay
p.s. perhaps not including your home number would be a good idea! I forgot about the number of cranks you guys have out there!

DarthRider

11-15-2007, 08:47 AM

p.s. perhaps not including your home number would be a good idea! I forgot about the number of cranks you guys have out there!

Mostly in politics...

fganger

11-15-2007, 09:42 AM

Dave, Rob and Ken, I greatly appreciate all of the support you and so many others have provided me – as well as some great ideas on how to help resolve this, if such a thing is possible.

Jay, interesting you should jump in, my brother and I were just talking about some of our relatives – the ones who came to the “Colonies”. One of ours came from Antrim in the mid-1600’s. His wife came from County Down, strangely both about the same time. :) That would be Richard Riley and Ann Reardon. My old brain seems to recall that Richard was the one from Antrim. But you never know, it could of been reversed.

Again, thank you all,
Stinkin’ Frank

JCsman

11-15-2007, 02:49 PM

Cranks over there...

Mostly in politics...

And motorcycling...

++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Frank and Bonnie - Judy and I still have you in our thoughts and wishes.

fganger

11-16-2007, 10:30 AM

FOR ONCE - GOOD NEWS!

Ceci showed up at one of her friend's houses, he didn't recognize her. "It looked like she cut her hair between two rock, she looked like one of those pictures you see of the people from the Nazi concentration camps - I don't think she bathed in weeks." He went on, "She told me she was hungry - I fixed her some eggs and told her to go up and take a shower - I told her I'd give her some of my sisters clothes to wear. She went upstairs and I called the police - shit . . . she heard me . . . she threw the plate of eggs at me, knocked over my computer and ran out the door . . . I called the cops and then you."

Apparently the police/schools have a plan in place to handle this: the school police left the school, the local police have all cars out and about, the county and the state police all have cars coming to the area - they each pick-up a student who knows her so they do not waste time stopping the wrong kid.

I'll let you know more when I know more.

Damn, I can't put into words what I'm feeling right now.

Frank

isiahstites

11-16-2007, 10:37 AM

That's great news Frank! I hope they find her quickly..........best wishes to you and you family.

Scott

JCsman

11-16-2007, 12:26 PM

Alive, well (although hungry, dirty and tired) and free to move about on her own....that truly is good news.

Here's to even more good news very quickly.

fganger

11-16-2007, 01:43 PM

Well now . . . in the never ending saga of Miss Ceci, this is the latest episode.

Ceci has not broken any law in Wisconsin and she is not threatening to kill herself. So what this means is the police cannot hold her for anything.

Ceci refuses to go stay with her mother until I get up there to pick her up. This is just so much fun I could just s…, well I’m sure you get the idea.

Only her mother and the police know I’m leaving today, by car, to get her. She and her friend, where she is staying, think I’ll be leaving Sunday night or early Monday. If she starts to get nervous and thinks about cutting out again, I’m hoping it will be a bit too late.

Oh well, the Pit Tootsie is here with her VW and I’m packed and ready to go, wish me luck.

Stinkin’ Frank

Optimus Prime

11-16-2007, 01:53 PM

this is awesome news. I'm very relieved to hear that she's alright.

DarthRider

11-16-2007, 01:56 PM

Good luck Frank, Bonnie...and Ceci !
We're with you buddy.

Capt. Blackadder

11-16-2007, 01:59 PM

GOOD LUCK, BUDDY! :thumb::dance:

Deans BMW

11-16-2007, 02:11 PM

Hang in there Frank, we are 100% behind you.

Jaythro

11-16-2007, 02:36 PM

Hang in there Frank, we are 100% behind you.
WHat he says!!! Lots an lots o What he says!!!

DJ Down Under

11-16-2007, 03:56 PM

Great news Frank...Good luck..I hope it all goes well from here.

DJ

Biff's R

11-16-2007, 05:06 PM

Frank,
It is great to hear that Ceci is alive, and you know her location. Good luck on your trip.

socalrob

11-16-2007, 09:20 PM

Good luck Frank. Please know that I'm still thinking about you and wishing good thoughts - the next weeks won't be easy, but are so much better than other possibilities.

DarthRider

11-16-2007, 10:44 PM

I'm riding to Fort Worth tomorrow for a memorial ride & BBQ on Sunday for an old Peckerhead riding buddy who croaked a week ago. I'll be back Monday evening.
I'll be off-line and won't know what's going on with Frank & Miss Ceci.
Would someone please call me on my cell and let me know any news ? 817 733 9837

My friend Nick asked to be cremated and his ashes spread at The Big Bend.
It looks like Nick will be divied up and his ashes taken to Big Bend by a number of his buddies on their next ride there.
My share of Nick will go with me to BB next year on the annual Cafe' ride. There will be some small ceremony and anyone interested will be welcome to participate.
I will tell you about Nick Burk before then.
You would have liked him...he was the smoothest rider I have ever known and he had a good heart.

Ed K

11-17-2007, 12:16 AM

Frank,

So glad to hear this great news...

jamming

11-17-2007, 06:58 AM

Frank, that is wonderful news, makes my day. I though of you all many times a day.

fganger

11-17-2007, 05:21 PM

Well I left Friday at 4:00 pm, Ceci was told I was going to leave late Sunday or early Monday morning, I pulled into Oregon, Wisconsin almost exactly 24 hours later. It was just about 1300 miles, considering I had no sleep Thursday night I was quite satisified with my time.

I've found the house where she is "holed up." I also have a STRONG runner to go with me Sunday morning - just in case she bolts for it.

Well now I've got to get some sleep and get ready for the big day tomorrow. I do hope all of my prep work is really over prep - but just in case . . .

My eyes are so tired I can't even proof this - oh well.

Stinkin' Frank

Deans BMW

11-17-2007, 05:24 PM

Hang in there Bro Frank.

Optimus Prime

11-17-2007, 06:45 PM

We're with you Frank. If you need a place to crash on your way back through Illinois, give me a call.

Jaythro

11-17-2007, 06:50 PM

I'd suggest taking a vetinary surgeon with You! If she runs shoot her in the Butt with a "TranQ" dart If you get the dosage right you could have her sleep all the way home!! Ah!! The Peace and quiet, must egt one o them for my daughter too! :-)

Anyway when you get her home bring her by and let her see all the Old Farts who worried about her!!!

Tell her there were a couple o Hundred Old Gits worryin about her Ass!!!

An Give her a big hug an a Kiss from all of Us!!!

Good Luck

Rchop

11-17-2007, 08:24 PM

Hang in there Frank, We're praying for her safe return. If you need help passing through Southern Illinois, call me, PM sent and Dean and Dave know my number.

Randy

Tassie Devil

11-19-2007, 01:05 AM

Good luck Frank.

I'm up in the deep North of Queensland and have just caught up.

Things could be worse...

Kids,,,,, Don't you just love 'em?

Cheers,

JQ.

Boxerboy

11-19-2007, 09:09 AM

Frank, hopefully this part of the episode is almost over.

Now for the next bit.

I sure am glad she's ok...

Good luck.

DarthRider

11-19-2007, 04:45 PM

I've been off-line since Friday...this is great news Frank. Or sounds like it anyway.
I hope it goes very smoothly and she sees the error of her young ways.
You gotta write a book my friend...

Jaythro

11-19-2007, 05:22 PM

Would someone please call Frank and find out whats happening and post it up on here!!!!

It's Like waiting for the release of the next Harry Potter Book Fer feck Sake!!!

By the way Fingers are still crossed here Hoping all's going well!

AntonLargiader

11-19-2007, 05:52 PM

Frank and Ceci are southbound, just south of Atlanta. :dance:

DarthRider

11-19-2007, 05:59 PM

Frank and Ceci are southbound, just south of Atlanta. :dance:

Great ! We can only hope the trip is punctuated by smiles & hugs.
If not now...soon.

Jaythro

11-19-2007, 06:06 PM

Frank and Ceci are southbound, just south of Atlanta. :dance:
Thank You Anton I have been glued to this page since Frank let us know he had arrived On Saturday!

All I can say is that I'm glad they're on the road together and hope All works out Well in the End!!!

Hey Ceci! I wonder Will Frank ever set you Down to the PC and Let you ever read all of this and think about all the Guys out here who were worried for ya and prayin you were Safe??? Take Care Kid and Don't forget Frank Didn't drive 2000 miles round trip cos he wanted to Spank Your Ass! He did it cos he loves and cares for Ya and always will!!!!

Hmm Am I allowed to say Ass on here? Ah well too late!

DarthRider

11-19-2007, 06:15 PM

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Hmm Am I allowed to say Ass on here? Ah well too late!

As long as you're not talking about Frank's ass, I think it's OK...
Can't wait to hear from the two of them !

jamming

11-19-2007, 07:09 PM

Frank and Ceci are southbound, just south of Atlanta. :dance:

Thank You Anton I have been glued to this page since Frank let us know he had arrived On Saturday!

All I can say is that I'm glad they're on the road together and hope All works out Well in the End!!!

Hey Ceci! I wonder Will Frank ever set you Down to the PC and Let you ever read all of this and think about all the Guys out here who were worried for ya and prayin you were Safe??? Take Care Kid and Don't forget Frank Didn't drive 2000 miles round trip cos he wanted to Spank Your Ass! He did it cos he loves and cares for Ya and always will!!!!

Hmm Am I allowed to say Ass on here? Ah well too late!

Thanks Anton!

Jay, I hope he does let Ceci read this thread. She'll see just how big a world we live in, and what a tight family we have fostered here at the Cafe. From ALL over the World.

Deans BMW

11-19-2007, 07:11 PM

Just finished talking with Frank on his cell., they are currently well south of Macon, Ga. and plan to be home in Fla by 1:00 PM east coast time. His daughter is apparently doing fine and is willingly traveling with Frank, every one is healthy but Frank is tired. He will fill us in sometime tomorrow.

This amazing Motorcyclist Cafe once again pulled off a miracle.

Tripton

11-19-2007, 08:55 PM

Holy hell, I am away from the computer for a few days and something great happens!

I am so happy to hear this, have been waiting to hear something like this since the beginning. I can't even imagine having your strength throughout this ordeal.

I am sure that she will realize how lucky she is to have you. Good luck!

Optimus Prime

11-19-2007, 10:38 PM

This is great news. :eusa_clap:

fganger

11-20-2007, 01:20 AM

Just a short note,

We got home just about 1:30 am. Ceci did great, her father however, looked at her about four or five times and just wept. When I think of all the bad which could of happened . . . ah crap. I'm getting tears all over the stinking keyboard.

In any case she looks great. I've been slowly filling her in on some of the goings on the Cafe Site. Perhaps tomorrow she, and I, can talk about some of what went on. Apparently most of it had to do with her mother - my ex.

I know more tomorrow, err . . . later in the day.

I don't think I will ever be able to tell you all what - ah crap, I can't see the stinking monitor

Stinkin' Frank

socalrob

11-20-2007, 01:26 AM

Greatest news that Frank & Ceci are back together. Thankfully Frank is particularily qualified to deal with the decompression from all the drama of the past several weeks.

We all need to give Frank full support now as getting his family back on an even keel won't be easy. I know from dealing with my mentally ill sister-in-law for the past 17 years. We are now (thankfully) raising her 14yo daughter. We were successful in getting her to live in our house beginning this school year. I had not wanted to post too much about about my niece (remember I was looking for a child rights lawyer, well her dad has "allowed" her to come live us) before so as not to jinx anything, but I'm sure all of you can imagine how Ceci's plight has played on my nerves too. My niece is doing very well, but I can see problems could arise at anytime. The fact she is not my biological kid almost makes me more freaked out that Tracie & I don't blow this - I mean I sure hope my niece is better off for us butting in.

The older I get, the more I realize that as a parent you can only do what you can do. I'm sure Frank has been the best parent he could be, and hopefully Ceci will come to appreciate how lucky she has been to have a dad who cares so much in her life. Take care of yourself Frank. Go for a ride.

Jaythro

11-20-2007, 03:11 AM

Frank Personnally I am so so so glad you're both safe and home

I wish You, Ceci and your other family members Health and wellbeing to get you thru this and whatever else is to come!

Other visitors of "The Cafe" May I suggest opening a thread

"Well wishing For Ceci From Real People From ALL over the world??"

Someone else will probably be able to give it a better title??

Basically a thread of no more than fifty words per post to say how glad and relieved we are and to wish this young lady well in her future!!

Tipstall

11-20-2007, 06:04 AM

This is great news. Frank I'm so happy for you.

Ken

Optimus Prime

11-20-2007, 09:18 AM

http://optimusprime.smugmug.com/photos/179193295-M.gif
This is the best outcome any of us could have wished for. A healthy and safe return of Stinkin' Frank's little girl. Welcome back Ceci.

After some sleep, a nice long motorcycle ride for the two of you is in order.

JCsman

11-20-2007, 09:20 AM

Judy wept at the good news. We can only imagine your relief.

At my age it's hard to remember the enormity of emotions that teenagers go through. I try with our 17 year old, but I'm sure I underestimate how hard certain events hit.

We continue to wish all the best for the three of you.... I'm sure Ceci has learned even more about the depth of your love for her...that has to help.

Sir Limpsalot

11-20-2007, 10:36 AM

Christ, what an ordeal. Just so relieved for you Frank and Bonnie.

Si.

DarthRider

11-20-2007, 11:50 AM

Welcome home to you both, Ceci & Frank ! Man, talk about prayers being answered.

Whatever stress and struggle remain in the healing, and getting back on an even better track must pale in comparison to the fear, sadness, angst, dread, and all the other negative but natural, draining emotions that are now spent.
I know we all look forward to the day when this entire episode is little more than a bittersweet memory for the Ganger clan.

And Rob...I am very happy it is working out well for your family and "new daughter".

Here are two beautiful, young, teen-aged girls who needed a better shot at life...and got it.

Doesn't get much better than that...:eusa_clap:

Capt. Blackadder

11-20-2007, 12:00 PM

Phew... is that a load off, or what? Of all the possible outcomes, this was the best.
Frank my friend, I hereby dub thee Motorcyclist Café's Parent of the Year.
Ceci, welcome back home, sweetheart... and please don't ever do that again.

Guess I can change my desktop background now, eh?

:pftroest: :041: :webers: :thumb: :icon_mrgreen:

1MPH

11-20-2007, 12:17 PM

Outstanding parenting Bonnie and Frank. Ceci is a fortunate young lady.
I'm happy for all of you.

LesKoh

11-20-2007, 08:46 PM

Frank, I'm really relieved and happy for you and to hear the good news. I've got two girls of my own and this all strikes close to the heart. Does remind us that we're not invincible or infallible as parents. For now, I'm sure a period of healing and understanding will be the first important few steps to the brighter days ahead.:pftroest: I'm not too active on the board but I'm here EVERYDAY. Be well, Frank, Bonnie and Ceci.

Biff's R

11-20-2007, 09:12 PM

Great to hear that all are home and safe.

supermotoC

11-20-2007, 11:18 PM

Now there's a saga for the future.

Frank - get some rest, and know that you did everything just right.

Apparently, you've been doing that for a while.

Glad we could send some good vibes your way.

Very glad we could share in your happy ending.

Life is like a box of chocolates.....

Jenny: Do you ever dream, Forrest, about who you're gonna be?

Forrest: Who I'm gonna be?

Jenny: Yeah.

Forrest: Aren't I going to be me?

vintagemxr

11-20-2007, 11:50 PM

Frank,

I'm so delighted this has had a positive conclusion and I can't even imagine how you must feel. God bless you and your family as you go forward!

Doug

Ed K

11-21-2007, 01:06 AM

Frank,

Very glad to hear this latest update.

Along with this great blessing, you and Bonnie must be beyond exhaustion, but hopefully now can get a little rest.

Dirty Doug

11-21-2007, 06:14 AM

Frank my dear friend. It's wonderful news all is well. Ceci it's good to have you back. We all were worried and had you in our prayers and thoughts. From one Alaskan to another welcome home.:eusa_clap::eusa_clap:

K-Rider
Doug

geechie

11-21-2007, 09:36 AM

I been pretty busy lately and somehow missed this latest chapter in the unfolding drama.

Frank, I am so relieved and happy for this outcome.

Miss Ceci, there are some valuable life lessons hiding in all this mess. Mostly having to do with love and committment and responsibility and love.

Peace.

George

Tassie Devil

11-21-2007, 04:12 PM

Welcome home Frank and Ceci.

Ceci, you have many Uncles and Aunts from all over the World who care about you.
You are a very special girl. We all look forward to see what your future brings.
Bet it's very good.

Take a bow Cafe members...

Cheers,

JQ.

fganger

11-21-2007, 06:38 PM

I do hope you guys take a look at Jays post, I believe it is a wonderful idea. But more importantly, he put the idea into action.

Thank you Jay - I'm sure that the time zone difference will account for a bit of a lag.

Frank

Jaythro

11-22-2007, 10:20 AM

Thanks Frank

I felt maybe It would just open Teenage "Narrow View" eyes to the Wide World that we have about us and the thoughts and feelings that pour out thru this medium that we use everyday!

Ceci's Post Is HERE Just Click, Please add a positive thought or Vibe, If you have a moment to give! (http://www.motorcyclistcafe.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4311)

fganger

11-22-2007, 10:51 AM

All I can say is you guys are just stinking incredible. Today, Thanksgiving - will make seven weeks that all of this stuff has been going on. One of the things I find so strange is the amount of tears I’ve shed: I’ve cried more over Ceci and her disappearance than I did over the death of my mother and father combined. To make it even more interesting – Ceci was adopted. Actually I’ve spent more time being “down” over this than I did after being shot four times.

Ceci, like many adopted kids, find it difficult to believe that someone could or would love them the same, as if they were their own. Our Ceci fits right into the pattern of one who believes they were adopted for some financial gain for the parents. Oh well, that battle is one, which may never be decided in anyone’s favor.

In many ways Ceci is at a loss when it comes to knowing her relatives, or the ways of her people. When the State of Alaska was fighting to keep “Gusic’s”(1) from adopting a Native child, her Tribe (actually her Native Corporation) was telling the courts “The Ganger’s are the best family to adopt a Native Yup’ik (2) child. This family would teach her to speak her native language and would teach her to be Yup’ik and to be proud of being Yup’ik.” And so we did . . . and so we shall . . .

Frank

(1) Gusic – One who is not Eskimo, the first non-native people seen were the Russian Cossack’s.
(2) Yup’ik – A tribe (actually a branch) of people we wrongly call Eskimo.