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Honoring Garnite: Voices founding father

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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Several years ago a group of us left fotolog and settled in here at flickr. Jim has always kept us together with his puns, his life philosophy that makes you giggle first then sneaks up from behind and whaps you on the side of the head:.... wake up.... live fully.... pay attention.... love this beautiful world. He has used his camera to show us things we wouldn't have seen without him.

About 10 of us gathered together around sadness over environmental degradation and started this group.... Jim is a founding father.

.... with photos and words he gives us Beethoven, a nutty male eagle with enough character and individuality to be a worthy subject for Jim's lens and punstering wisdom. And by giving us Beethoven we realize that our animal neighbors are just as complex and different one from the other as we are.

On February 21st he started an adventure ..... he will receive a lung transplant and maybe we can all hold him in our hearts to help him heal .... Beethoven is waiting. For those of you who have not had the Garnite experience browse around in his photostream it is a wonderful place to hang out. And if you wish to give him morale support here as well as by leaving comments in his photo please do.

Further details

2008 02/20 For Jim

Jim Chose these words of wisdom for us to cogitate
As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry because time is passing too fast, and you'll eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.
Don't be afraid that your life will end, be afraid that it will never begin.
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Gini~ is a group administrator Gini~  Pro User  says:

Heeeeellllloooooooooo!!!
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mimbrava is a group moderator mimbrava  Pro User  says:

Thanks, Gale. Here's my hand for Jim, one of many from his Flickr friends who love him and want him back here soon.

hands around the world for for Jim
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Pink Pepper Photo  Pro User  says:

pinkpepper

It is time for hands around the world for Garnite

www.flickr.com/photos/garnite/1195744982/

Thanx Gale for this!! I am not doing very good with words right now, I have tears of joy and hope.

Ya know I went straight to the disc you made of Hands for Sunny for my hand.
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Thanks for the idea of the hands.... it feels so good to have something to do!
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dsphoto-  Pro User  says:

Get Better Soon Garnite!!

Joining Hands for Jim
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Greg7  Pro User  says:

Thanks Gale! Well said!
Congratulations Jim! Heal up and be well!
Chickadee pic
Joining hands for Jim
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Finiky is a group administrator Finiky  Pro User  says:

Hands Around The World For Jim


My Rainbow Connection
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Marianne~  Pro User  says:

Jim and Linda are in my prayers.
Hands around the World for Jim
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Of course you know I am going to make a mosaic of all these hahaha
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cc49 is a group moderator cc49  Pro User  says:

That's a lovely tribute Gale.
A Hand for Jim
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Silly Luis is a group administrator Silly Luis  Pro User  says:

A hand for Jim

Handing a star to Jim

Jim once said he really liked this, so here it's for him:

Ofrenda
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Ellen Steiof  Pro User  says:

This is for you, Jim!
Many good vibrations and good luck for you, good old fotolog and flickr friend:
hands around the world for Jim
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Sparky2 is a group administrator Sparky2  Pro User  says:

The pincushion seeds you sent me did so well last summer that I gathered seeds myself ... if I send you some maybe you can start a pot to enjoy during your Vancouver stay ...

To My Friend, Jim...

Thanks, Gale, for starting this thread!
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The Renaissance  Pro User  says:

Thanks for this thread Gale - it's so good to see all the hands together.

For Jim
Hands around the world for Jim
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nonie vogue  Pro User  says:

21 Feb 08 hands around the world for Jim and Linda
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~ Sunshinelady ~  Pro User  says:

For you Jim from Bavaria Germany

Hands around the world for Jim ...
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makeupanid is a group administrator makeupanid  Pro User  says:

For Jim
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Ollie_girl  Pro User  says:

Love.Hope.Prayers. I hope your recovery is swift. And, I pray you can visualize the beauty and grace of your beautiful feathered friends when you are tested most deeply. The very thought of those gorgeous creatures you have befriended, makes my heart soar.

See you soon through your beautiful photos!
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ESOX LUCIUS  Pro User  says:

JOINING HANDS FOR JIM

Flowerbx and ESOX LUCIUS joining hands on Skype across the Atlantic Ocean for Garnite who has to face a difficult lung transplant. Take care Jim! You were in our talks and you will be in our prayers and we wish you well!
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Gini~ is a group administrator Gini~  Pro User  says:

Healing Hands
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judi.fielding says:

Hello everyone,
I am new to Flickr and enjoy the photos very much. I am also A friend of Jim and Linda. I recived a call this morning letting me know that Jim came thru the opperation wonderfully. Linda is doing good, the next three days will be the hardest, But we all know That Jim and Linda are very special and I can only see good things happening for them.
When I hear more I will let you all know.

thanks Judi xo
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cc49 is a group moderator cc49  Pro User  says:

That's fantastic news. Thanks so much Judi for the update.
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Gini~ is a group administrator Gini~  Pro User  says:

Gosh, I was just praying for someone like you, judi. Thank you so much. Give Jim and Linda our love!
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Thank you very very much.... please keep us posted since I am sure Linda is out straight.... give her a real hug for all of us if you get the chance.
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*Agnes  Pro User  says:

All the best for Jim

Hands around the world
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Silly Luis is a group administrator Silly Luis  Pro User  says:

Those are good news. Thanks, judi.fielding

And welcome to Voices, BTW :-)
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Pink Pepper Photo  Pro User  says:

Oh what glorious news!!! Jim and Linda certainly deserve a crown.
Thank you Judi!!!

Healing light for Jim and strength for Linda

Solar Corona Montana
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Greg7  Pro User  says:

Thanks for this great news Judi!! I already knew it because I could feel it! I'll pass it on!
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Wolfy  Pro User  says:

Thanks for news, Judi!
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The Renaissance  Pro User  says:

That really is wonderful news from Judi.
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lua_estrelas  Pro User  says:

I am so glad all went well,a good start!Wonderful news!
Jim,toda minha energia positiva pra sua pronta recuperação!
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latenightowl is a group administrator latenightowl  Pro User  says:

This is my temporary roommate while I am away from home. He answers to "Beethoven".

For Jim - Reach Out

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Judi
Thank you so much for the good news!
Welcome to Flickr and Voices.
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algo  Pro User  says:

My prayers too, Jim. And very best wishes.
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PierceRebecca  Pro User  says:

It was so nice out the day before it snowed, Chippie decided to have a picnic!

Good news, thank you for letting us know.

For Jim
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martytdx  Pro User  says:

Get well soon, Jim - looking forward to your sarcasm again in the near, near future!

Sun Pillar

Survivor
survivor

-- Marty
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prairiedog  Pro User  says:

Reaching across the prairies to your world, Jim, a Peace Crane for you towards your recovery.

My Hand...Peace Crane for Jim (Garnite)
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StarrGazr  Pro User  says:

Wishing nothing but love, sunshine and rainbows for Jim and his recovery.

For The Handcastle Project
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imtoootall  Pro User  says:

Two amazing wonderful people!

Jim & Linda Display at Eaglefest
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qt flickr  Pro User  says:

Jim (and Linda) the eagles and us puny humans are all thinking of you and rooting for a speedy recovery!
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stonebird is a group administrator stonebird  Pro User  says:

Osprey for Jim

Osprey with prey on Playa Vista development site

I'm sure it is no accident today that I spotted this glorious and tenacious fishing hawk with its prey so I'm dedicating this photo to Jim for a speedy recovery.
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salma1 is a group moderator salma1  Pro User  says:

Gale, you have always done a wonderful job of bringing the 'flickr' community together. I will join you to wish Jim speedy recovery and great health.

here comes the dragon...
Jim, you have always shared your dragon with us. Here's my dragon to protect you and Linda!
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makeupanid is a group administrator makeupanid  Pro User  says:

Fanatastic news Judi welcome and thank you!
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tfo  Pro User  says:

just wonderful news.....lets continue our good thoughts to help Jim along in the recovery...and wish Linda a light load in caring for Jim along the way

Sure shows the strength of coming together for a common cause!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Thanks and thanks for reminding me about Jim's dragon!
Jim's dragon's east coast cousin
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IngallsIdyllGirl  Pro User  says:

Beautiful dragons!
Thank you for the update, Judi!
Another hand for Jim
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1bluecanoe  Pro User  says:

Thinking of them and wishing the best..........you all have spread the news through flickr and people have rallied......hope Garnite feels the power :-)
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imagepeace is a group moderator imagepeace  Pro User  says:

sending good thoughts....on wings and hands....

Heart gift
a perfect ending...
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deerluvr is a group administrator deerluvr  Pro User  says:

wow! this is just amazing! with all these positive thoughts and love, Jim is in good hands:-)
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dinali77  Pro User  says:

For Jim
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pbluejay  Pro User  says:


~Healing Hands For Jim..(Garnite)~



Here is my hand ...along with my hubby...we are praying for a speedy recovery....I know you will do well with all this love,support and prayers....Be strong...my dear friend....you have a wonderful wife to help you through this.....Take care....Pat
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sumsel  Pro User  says:

Best wishes for Jim
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glenfinlas  Pro User  says:

my hand to SE Asia
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Gini~ is a group administrator Gini~  Pro User  says:

Garnite, December 3
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AnneliesW  Pro User  says:

All the best for Jim!
For Jim
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Finiky is a group administrator Finiky  Pro User  says:

Current Surfer
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cqstrd  Pro User  says:

that's a fine tribute you've written to the crusty old man, Gale....
here's a pic of Beethoven - Jim's icon....i think he's smiling....
Beethoven...waiting for Jim
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Hello Beethoven!
Here are some relatives ...Looking out for Jim

2007 05-17 Eagle Visit 4

2005 09-28 Eaglet-Eagles 3 of 8
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shesnuckinfuts is a group administrator shesnuckinfuts  Pro User  says:

A Hand For Jim.....
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Lady-bug  Pro User  says:

Hands Around the World for Jim
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dotlyc  Pro User  says:

My best wishes too.

For Jim
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egefan  Pro User  says:

Please accept my best wishes with this tulip -

[TWO] Another white tulip
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we'moon in the woods is a group administrator we'moon in the woods says:

hope you like radishes!! :)

for Garnite


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SARhounds  Pro User  says:

We're going to help you fight this thing, Jim!

Fist
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Pink Pepper Photo  Pro User  says:

Glimmer

A new day dawns, healing light and strength to Jim and Linda
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lucy10  Pro User  says:

give you a happy heart
a heart for you
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

2006 12-22 Solstice 04
Jim I bet this was one of your favorite times of day at sea
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Dimilinchen  Pro User  says:

I am happy to hear the good news.
Hands around the world
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hopsmaltyeast  Pro User  says:

As Emerson said, "A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is brave five minutes longer."

Jim is a hero by any definition. Looking forward to a new batch of photos from him soon. If he got most of what I have seen from a car I cannot imagine what will be produced when he is mobile.

A Hand for Jim with spear point
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Pink Pepper Photo  Pro User  says:

Garnite and Linda's hands 2004

Garnite and Linda's hands 2004 for Sunny on fotolog.

This is not my foto, it is Jim's. The one he posted of his and Linda's hands for Sunny in 2004.

Thought you might want it Gale for when you do a collage.
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

I sure do!! That brings back memories!
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alight  Pro User  says:

joining hands, paws and hearts for jim and linda

~ be well, amigo * ~


joining hands across the world for jim
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CeeCeeDotCa  Pro User  says:

I love this......
Thank you everyone for sharing!
A group has been formed here.... http://www.flickr.com/groups/garnites_gang/

Feel free to join and add your wonderful images, thoughts and support!
~Celina
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latenightowl is a group administrator latenightowl  Pro User  says:

Pink Pepper Photo
I'm so glad you posted this one of Jim's, Judy. Jim has been a part of our lives and always a healing part.
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DragonFly Studio says:

For Garnite.
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Room With A View  Pro User  says:

All light surround you, dear friend. Much love and support from me over here in China

Prayers and Spirits
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therese flanagan is a group moderator therese flanagan  Pro User  says:

Jim, I offer you my mom's hands:

Tsunami Relief -- Helping Hands
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salma1 is a group moderator salma1  Pro User  says:

Usually my night time friends visit in one or twos but tonight it seemed like a big group decided to show up together to send a message to Jim. Jim has always loved the little coons.

saturday night party
the little coons are here to send warmth and love to Jim and to celebrate his successful surgery...I hope Jim and Linda are doing well...
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Gini~ is a group administrator Gini~  Pro User  says:

News from Jim's Flickr:

"This is my first post here - my name is Bevin and I have known Jim for 50 (yes 50!) years.

Just spoke to Linda - Jim came through the operation OK - they are happy with the lung, some issues with blood pressure & kidneys but prognosis is good. Will visit him Sunday AM and keep you posted.

6:30 PM PST Sat Feb 23 "
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Finiky is a group administrator Finiky  Pro User  says:

WOOT!!!
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salma1 is a group moderator salma1  Pro User  says:

Gini, thanks for keeping us posted!
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basilly  Pro User  says:

My thoughts and prayers are with you....

Prism
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ZGrmy-onVACATION-yay is a group administrator ZGrmy-onVACATION-yay  Pro User  says:

I have read Jim's story and am truly touched. And it is so wonderful to see the many friends and well wishers both here and in his photostream. I didnt know of Jim until Yeimaya started this discussion. He is one brave man. I have been looking for a photo to post and found this "hand" reaching out to wish Jim well. My prayers are with you, JIm

The Paw
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mimbrava is a group moderator mimbrava  Pro User  says:

Very promising news from Jim's friend, Bevin. [Breathes sigh of great relief.]
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Pink Pepper Photo  Pro User  says:

Thank you for the update Bevin, great news. Glad you can be there to support Linda, and Jim.
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yeimaya is a group administrator yeimaya  Pro User  says:

Jim's Hang out... by garnite
Jim sent me this months ago and I have been using it for my desktop.... maybe Linda and Jim can revisit a favorite spot virtually until they can visit it actually.
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Pink Pepper Photo  Pro User  says:

Such peace and healing in