January 11th, 2011 by Conor

I met Danny last season at Bear, but I didn’t even really notice at first. Apparently he was in the Am Series (and won too!), but the weather was so bad I didn’t even notice. Now that I think back I totally remember…his style, his attitude, he was the coolest kid there – the weather was weak, and kids were wrecking themselves, but Danny didn’t care. He was still having a good time, just doing stock tricks that were still sick. He was laughing with me about the weather, talking about other stuff, and like I said, looking back now I remember him more than ever. Later on that month when he came and helped us out in Tahoe I seriously fell in love with the kid, and you too Conor. These are the only pictures I have on my computer of Danny (which is weak), and Conor I have LOTS of pictures of you, but this day was sick! We all had a day to go ride together. Got to see how good he is at snowboarding, ripped the Kelly shack, stash park, etc.

I had a week off and even crashed a night or two at your guys’ place. We went and got beers and tacos, I got smashed, and when I woke up on the couch there was this little black dog sleeping with me. I think it was your roommate’s? I don’t know. But I let it out and gave it water before I left. Oh and I stole some stickers…
We hung out again at the Open, but that was really all business. We did have some pretty damn fun nights though, something about ‘hot suppa’, but I digress…
Things are already different this year, not seeing you guys yet with one CA stop done. I’m looking forward to the next time I do get to see you both. Last time I talked to Danny was after I sent him that board bag, and he seemed pretty pumped on it. No hurry on getting it back to me, but I do think he owes me a little for shipping… Ha! It’s cool though because I am still gonna get you guys up to AK like we talked about, and he can pay me back then.
Until then keep getting better Danny, and Conor: you’re the man.

-Duper

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

I am getting used to nearly all of it. How could I possibly be used to this? I have even become used to seeing my brother with tubes and tape all over him. I am somehow used to the stitches and the odd way that they zig zag around his skull. There is one thing that constantly reminds me how real this all is… the sound of the respirator. Each time Danny exhales the respirator makes a faint weezing sound. It sounds like a cry for life. Danny and I both have pretty severe asthma and if it is acting up, our lungs make a sound that is nearly the same. That sound triggers a feeling of incredible discomfort. That is the only part of this that I will never get used to.

I have always been a bit of a night owl but this new schedule is another thing all together. The last two days I have gone to sleep at about 6:30 AM and slept till 3 PM. Sunset is my sunrise. I eat 3-5 times a day and am excited when I sleep more than 4 hours.

I wonder what the first thing Danny will say is. The other thing that I can’t help but wondering is how Danny is going to feel when he wakes up from all this. All 3,000 people that have been visiting this website are going to be so happy, yet, the journey will only be beginning for Danny. I can’t imagine waking up to hear the news of what happened to me and that weeks have passed while I was sleeping.

Dad just showed up for the morning shift. He is starting to cramp our style here a little on the graveyard shift! Just Kidding dad, just thought it would be funny to not tell you this in person but instead write it and have you read it once we are gone. Everything is fine with the crossover, don’t over analyze this! It was a joke.

I LOVE my friends and family! You are all amazing. I still can’t get over the overwhelming support from everyone.

I LOVE you Danny. Pull through this one dood. You got it!

~Conor

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

It’s 5:51 AM. Conor still looks small is his “huge” chair. We’re staring at the snack tree and thinking about the Chinese food that we have in our hotel. I haven’t quite figured out my eating schedule on the night shift, but for the record I did take a shower today. Conor keeps talking about this feast we’re having tonight…I can’t wait. Tonight was a stable night. It feels strange to become familiar with room 5109. The beeping doesn’t scare me anymore as I can monitor Danny’s vitals and see that all is okay. I’ve never missed someone so much that is laying only feet away from me. Cindy boosted his sedation a bit because he was moving around. The best is when the sedation and paralytics wear off a bit and Danny can squeeze your hand. It’s inspiring. Danny is inspiring.

-Michelle

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

A couple pics from the holidays…

~Andrew Allyn

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

Sending DCT some Swamp Donkey Love…send in a pic of your old jersey if u played alongside of Danny…

~Chris Rogers

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

Michelle has been slaving away making hats to help raise money for Danny. The hats are going to be one off, and each time one sells it will be replaced with a different one. These hats have been made with lots of love while she watches over Danny. Ships quickly and makes for awesome pro ski/snowboard type gift. These hats are one of a kind and we love Michelle for making them! Michelle is also the Bomb!

Michelles Black Hat – $100

!!!!SOLD!!!!

MORE TO COME!

The First hat is black with brown in it. If it doesn’t sell I am going to take better pictures with a much nicer camera because this hat is the BOMB!

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

We decided that 10 votes was enough and that it was OK to for us to tap into the Junk Food Tree. By we I mean Michelle… I have yet to tap.

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

~Dustin Wells

January 11th, 2011 by Conor

All of the water in Lake Tahoe couldn’t fill the void of Danny not being around…I’m pretty sure that land value in the North Lake area is depreciating with every minute he has been gone.

I moved out here for many reasons, but one was the fact that Danny and the Shreddy Crew were calling the North Lake Tahoe area home. Upon arrival it was clear that these guys have done here. People Recognize! On the lift with big names from MatchStick Productions, you could drop DCT, Conor, or ShreddyTimes at any minute and get positive feedback. Likewise, after hearing about the accident, anyone here is willing to share their concern and respect for the healing Process…

It’s hard being here while Danny’s there and NH is way over there…the motivation to ride just isn’t the same, not until Danny inevitably wakes up. The ShreddyTimes house was a community, you would walk in the door, hear his laugh, and then be requested to “do something crazy!”, at least crazy enough to make the cut. The people who live/ride/associate with ShreddyTimes are amazing. they are the ones who were/are up in Montana with DCT and fam…So thank you to them. Being a part of this crew is nothing short of a treat, and will continue to be even after one of the Master in Command returns to the mission at hand…

My point here is this: No matter where you are right now keep thinking and praying about the day (soon come) that DCT gets out of that Hospital. There are so many pockets of Love for him all around the globe right now, and the outcry from the Mt. Washington Valley is amazing, we feel it here in California for real! We want you to know that the void is as big where we are in Lake Tahoe. Danny is a true testament to the fact that MWV people are traveling locals who demand love and respect, as well as give it out. So from the Big Lake in the Sky…Get better real quick Danny, and keep the Love coming from everywhere, especially in the Hometown regions of Northern New Hampshire…

Rogers