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Sunday March 24, 2013
5 years ago today my life changed forever....
sometimes it feels like yesterday and sometimes it's like another lifetime....
I would like to thank those who have stood by not only my side but my sons also....thanks to my family, old friends and my new friends....

"Yesterday is gone.
Tomorrow has not yet come.
We have only today.
Let us begin....."

RIP MBS....forever in my ♥

Wednesday October 10, 2012

Live interview today at 12:30  Doctor Radio SiriusXM81
regarding One More Dance ♥


Sunday September 23, 2012

A reader comments on One More Dance....

"I LOVE this book. You are so brave. And helpful. I was caregiver for my parents for many years. It was stressful but rewarding and you just do it for those you love. Like your last water bottle of Mike's I have the empty box that held my Dad's last birthday cake and empty last kleenex box and juice container of my Mom's. They've been gone 4 and 5 years.  The pain of their passing is still there but more tolerable. I am grieving in my own time and in my own way which may be very different than everyone else. I bought your book at the Writer's Conference at the War Memorial yesterday, finished all but 7 pages last night and the rest this morning. I'm so sorry for your loss but I'm glad you are sharing your experience 'cause it is helping others so much. Thank you!"

Thursday August 2, 2012

Media
Dresser After Dark Interview 8/2/12
Monday July 30, 2012
ONE MORE DANCE ON BlogTalkRadio:
One More Dance co-author Evonne Stevenson Schott will be appearing on BlogTalkRadio program Dresser After Dark Thursday evening, August 2, 2012, at 7:20 p.m. ET. The show can be heard live at www.DresserAfterDark.com, orwww.blogtalkradio.com/dresserafterdark. The show will also be archived for future listening.
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Sunday July 15, 2012
Ed Rabinowitz (my co-author of One More Dance) found a 
Publishing Consultant for our book...very excited about taking One More Dance (onemoredancebook.com) to the next level.......

Friday June 22, 2012

BOOK UPDATE: Ed and I just recorded a radio program about "One More Dance" that will be aired this coming Monday, June 25, at 
6:30 p.m. ET. on WDIY, 88.1 FM, which is National Public Radio of the Lehigh Valley. You can also stream the broadcast at the NPR website, www.wdiy.org.

lehighvalleylive.com

'One More Dance' tells a story of unconditional love and determination

Published: Monday, June 18, 2012, 12:30 AM
Tiffany Bentley | The Express-Times By Tiffany Bentley | The Express-Times 
one more dance.jpgImage courtesy Ed Rabinowitz
Ed Rabinowitz, communications professor at Lehigh Carbon Community College, was working on a freelance story for an oncology magazine when he encountered Evonne Stevenson Schott as one of his sources. 

Stevenson Schott, of Michigan, is the widow of Michael B. Schott, a former beverage industry executive who passed away in 2008 from glioblastoma - a malignant form of brain cancer. He was diagnosed with the disease in 2007. 

Rabinowitz was moved by Evonne Stevenson Schott's story of courage in taking care of her ailing husband. The book “One More Dance,” published in 2011, was a result of this inspiration.

“It’s a good slap in the face,” Rabinowitz says of the story. “We think we have it bad.”

Rabinowitz and Stevenson Schott collaborated on the book, providing a unified voice through interviews and personal accounts on the family's experience with terminal illness. They combined efforts to re-create first person accounts of the story in Stevenson Schott's voice. 

Stevenson Schott was her husband's nurse and No. 1 advocate, even though the couple had only recently been married. She made sure he was always getting the best care possible and became well versed on his disease, she says. 

“They knew that I was serious,” she says of every doctor's appointment, hospital visit or test she attended with her husband. “This was Mike’s life. It was my life. We were just starting out together. This was not part of our plan. He was not supposed to get a headache.”
But Stevenson Schott says the book can provide inspiration for anyone going through a struggle. She says while revisiting the events was difficult, she thought it was important to do the book so people knew that one person can in fact make a difference.

“It’s draining,” she says. “It’s very difficult to go back and relive. We have heavy hearts.”
Her determination went further than caring for the love of her life when he was sick. After his passing, Stevenson Schott continued on a crusade to get the drug Avastin approved by the FDA so that more people could benefit from its effects. 

She says her family was fortunate enough to be able to purchase the drug, which was not approved at the time and thus not covered by insurance. She says the drug drastically improved his quality of life while he was sick.

Stevenson Schott's testimony before the FDA helped gain early approval for Avastin to treat recurring glioblastoma. She is currently a member of the Henry Ford Health System Neuroscience Council of Advisors. 
 
“If you’re strong enough, if it’s something you believe in, you can make a difference,” Stevenson Schott says. “If you tell me no, I’ll do it even harder. If it’s something I believe in, there’s no stopping.”

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Saturday April 14, 2012

Happy Birthday Michael B. Schott........RIP....xxoo ♥ ♥
Celebrate Mike's bday today by getting your copy of One More Dance....
each book sold will help another family....


www.onemoredancebook.com

Starbucks Book Signing


To a joyful present
and a well remembered past,
Best wishes for Happy Holidays 
and a peaceful New Year.


Monday December 12, 2011
7:30AM

Crazy, busy week!!  Starbucks was a HUGE success....thank you to all that came out to purchase books or bring in the book you bought on-line to have Ed and I sign....feeling overwhelmed and completely thankful......the new site  www.onemoredancebook.com has had hits/sales from the following countries....United States, Indonesia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, United Kingdom, Gibraltar, Peru, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Thailand and the Ukraine...now that is crazy. Thank you, thank you and thank you.....let's spread the word about One More Dance and help those battling and always remember "one person can make a difference." ....until next time...Evonne




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Friday November 18, 2011
3:30PM

One More Dance can be purchased on:

www.onemoredancebook.com

Many thanks to ALL that have already ordered a copy......
beautiful way to keep Mike's memory alive...until next time...Evonne

Thursday November 17, 2011
7:00Am

THE OFFICIAL SITE FOR ONE MORE DANCE IS UP AND RUNNING!!!!
Books can now be ordered directly from:

www.onemoredancebook.com


Please visit the site, check out upcoming events, place orders, and post comments and reviews after reading. Like us on Facebook, and share your comments on our Facebook page as well. 
REMEMBER: A portion of the proceeds from book sales will help fund brain cancer research in Detroit and in New York.

Sincere thanks to all for the tremendous support----


Monday November 7, 2011
7:00Am

Delays and disappointments are a part of life...it's how we deal with them that determine's ones success.  There have been "production" issues with the book...all shall be solved this week.  As soon as I have another release date I will put the word out.  Books will be available ASAP on the new site.....onemoredancebook.com.  The site is ready to go....The good news is I had a limited supply of the book for the annual Henry Ford Event-"Shoot for a Cure".  Thank you everyone for your continued support....until next time...Evonne


One More Dance

Available November 3, 2011 on....
onemoredancebook.com

information on book promotions to follow
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Michael B. Schott Fund
Henry Ford Health System
Hermelin Brain Tumor Center
c/o Susan H. Foley 
1 Ford Place, 5A
Detroit, MI  48202




Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
love leaves a memory no one can steal.
                                              ~unknown


Saturday September 24, 2011

onemoredancebook.com

                                             
                                                    COMING SOON-website is in the works!!!

Sunday September 11, 2011

Next Level Health & Fitness 5th Annual Stamp Out Cancer Walk/Run

We walked in honor of Mike today and all those continuing to battle.....never give up....

until next time...Evonne


Wednesday September 7, 2011
4:45PM

"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die."

"One More Dance" is complete....cover to cover and is on the way to the publisher!!!  After 13 months of working on it I am just thrilled that not only is it done but we were picked up by a publisher so quickly!!  There are 2 funds set up that will benefit from some of the proceeds of the book.  The MBS Fund at Henry Ford and another one that I have just set up in Syracuse, New York.  

I am in the process of making some changes to --mikeschott.net...soon the book can be purchased from this site!!!  

....until next time....Evonne



Thursday August 18, 2011
11:30pm

‎"Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart."

The book is finished.......coming soon..."One More Dance"

...until next time Evonne

Wednesday July 13, 2011
11:30PM

“If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them. Buildings burn, people die, but real love is forever.”............

~just one of those days....missing Michael B. Schott......forever in my heart.

....until next time...Evonne


Sunday June 5, 2011 
7:30AM

“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” 

                                                                                              ~Mahatma Gandhi

Wednesday June 1, 2011
7:00AM

Been awhile since the last update....Draft 2 of the book is complete....I needed to take a brief break from it as it was consuming my every thought.  Back at it this week and looking forward to the next part...deciding what pictures to use!!!!   Then the task of having it published.  Happy summer everyone-enjoying each day the sunshines.....and not complaining about all of the rain we have experienced....as I tell my boys we must never complain about the rain when so many all of the country have lost everything due to the turbulent weather...until next time...Evonne

Thursday April 14, 2011
6:30AM

Happy Birthday Mike....miss you and know with all my ♥ that you are watching over the boys and I. My gift to you is this book that I have spent the last 9 months on....and appropriately enough the first draft was just COMPLETED....now time to review and edit!  Forever in my heart....until next time....Evonne


Sam's 19th Bday
Tuesday March 29, 2011
6:00PM

Reviewing Chapter 12 and working on chapter 13.......thinking about how a simple interview last summer turned into writing a book....until next time...Evonne

Thursday March 24, 2011
8:00AM

3 years ago today I lost my best friend, my husband, "my guy"......hardest time of my life....miss you like crazy Michael B. and forever in my heart-love, Evonne Marie

"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear."

Wednesday March 23, 2011

1:00PM


You can shed tears that he is gone

Or you can smile because he has lived

You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back

Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left

Your heart can be empty because you can't see him

Or you can be full of the love that you shared

You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday

Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday

You can remember him and only that he is gone

Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on

You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back

Or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

 


Sunday March 20, 2011
7:00AM

Mass this morning honoring the upcoming 3 year anniversary date of Mike's passing....
they say timing is everything....chapter 10 is being worked on and it is titled......

“If love could have saved you,
you would have lived forever.”

until next time...Evonne

Monday March 14, 2011
11:30AM

The sun is shining and the tears are flowing....reviewing chapter 9.....until next time.....Evonne

Sunday March 6, 2011
9:30AM

Moving right along....CHAPTER 8.......amazed at the entire process.....

Monday February 7, 2011

reviewing chapter 4...........unbelievable.......

Thursday January 27, 2011

Book update....prologue, chapter 1 & chapter 2 complete.....working on chapter 3!!!

May the peace and blessings
of Christmas be yours;
And may the coming year
be filled with happiness.

My Family....
My Boys...my world...
Sunday November 14, 2010
10:30PM

Amazing weekend with many, many interviews for the book....I am so thankful for my family and friends that have never left my side...many stories were told -many tears-but most importantly lots of laughter. Mike is gone...and we will continue to honor his life-one of his favorite sayings was.."life is to be lived"....and so as hard as it has been I feel as though through the book I hope to find peace and live life! Thanks to Linda, Craig, Colleen, Mary, my boys and my parents, Eric, Michelle, Maria (Costco flower lady) Adrieann, Carolyn.... for taking the time to laugh, cry and share memories...until next time....Evonne

Busy, Busy Fall 2010
Henry Ford Neuroscience Event
Tommy-Homecoming 2010
Class of 2013 Float built at our home!
Wednesday November 10, 2010
6:00PM

Looking forward to a very productive few days this weekend....many, many interviews lined up for the book.  Ed (the writer I'm working with) will be back in Michigan.   Great article on Avastin in the NY Times the other day....hard to believe it's November...until next time...Evonne


love, love my boys!!!
Friday October 22, 2010

Program from the event last night....very special........

Thursday October 21, 2010

Shoot for a Cure
A benefit for the Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute

When:  October 21, 2010
Time:    6:30 -11:00 p.m.
Where:  Art Van Furniture
            Warren, Mich. 

Art Van Furniture and Henry Ford Health System are delighted to host the 2010 Shoot for a Cure fundraiser Thursday, October 21, 2010, at Art Van Furniture in Warren, Michigan. This year's theme, "New York, New York!" promises to bring the excitement and flavor of New York City to Motown. Celebrate for a cause and come enjoy this spectacular event with music and entertainment, including vignettes from numerous Broadway plays. The strolling dinner, catered by Andiamo Warren, will be a fantastic touch to a wonderful evening. Expenses for the event will once again be generously underwritten by Art Van Furniture.

Proceeds from Shoot for a Cure benefit the Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute and The Hermelin Brain Tumor Center.  Proceeds will help fund research in many disciplines, including neurological diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy and brain tumors.



Document
Tuesday October 5, 2010
9:00PM

The PDF file is the article that brought on the "book deal"........VERY EXCITING and difficult at the same time......until next time...Evonne
          p.s. much love to Tony DeMatteo (and his family) for your very kind words on the guest book page!!!



Look To this Day

Look to this day:

For it is life, the very life of life.

In its brief course

Lie all the verities and realities of your existence.

The bliss of growth,

The glory of action,

The splendor of beauty

Are but experiences of time.

 For yesterday is but a dream

And tomorrow is only a vision;

And today well-lived, makes

Yesterday a dream of happiness

And every tomorrow a vision of hope.

Look well therefore to this day;

Such is the salutation to the dawn!

                                                                                                                         Kalidasa


Saturday October 2, 2010
10:00PM

Just returned from New York....met with Dr. Satish Krishnamurthy...Mike's neurosurgeon and Ed- the writer that I am working with on the book.  Friday had to be the hardest day since all of this "book stuff" began.  Spending almost 12 hrs with Dr. Satish on Friday was so emotional...just listening to him talk about Mike...ughhhh.....let's just say many tears were shed.  Spent over 3hrs today with Dr. Satish and his beautiful wife-Usha-lunch was great-however the conversation with them was even better....genuine, kind, sincere and pure hearts are the words that come to mind when I think of Usha and Dr. Satish....until next time...Evonne

Sunday September 26, 2010
11:00AM

Today begins 3 weeks of craziness....the Class of 2013 Homecoming Float begins construction today at our home...busy working on the book....off to New York for a few days to "interview" Mike's surgeon at the end of the week...and my father fell almost 2 weeks ago and has been in the hospital....hip surgery and now rehab....if it's not one thing-it's another.......until next time...Evonne

Evonne, Colleen and Rene'
the cousins.......
My boys........
Sunday September 12, 2010

Pictures above are from the annual "Next Level Health and Fitness-Stamp out Cancer" walk/run....we walked for Mike.....forever in our hearts.......

Saturday September 11, 2010
8:45AM

Quick update on the book....starting week #6 working on it, I must admit...this is much harder than ever imagined...until next time....Evonne

Tuesday August 24, 2010
8:45PM

Our hearts still ache in sadness, 
and secret tears still flow,
what it meant to lose you,
no one will ever know.

Just spoke with Mike's surgeon...looks like I'm going to New York to visit/interview him for the book...thinking of titles and have a few very fitting ones in mind......until next time...Evonne

Sunday August 15, 2010
12:30PM

Busy, busy summer.......Sam has graduated from high school and will start college in a few weeks...Tom has his driver's permit....we have just returned from our annual trip Up North and it's the middle of August.

Very exciting news-after my interview last month, I received an amazing opportunity-a book offer!!  This started the first week in August and so this truly is the "next chapter".....

Tuesday July 13, 2010

It's official....I am being interviewed by the "Oncology and Biotech News" magazine on Thursday.......very exciting to still spread HOPE to others battling...may the memory of Michael Schott live on forever.....?

(over 100,000 oncologist/hematologist read this....)

APRIL 14, 2010
7:00AM   Happy Birthday Mike...........
these are the words to the "birthday song" that Mike would love to sing.
....forever in my heart

So today is your birthday 
That's what I've been told 
What a wonderful birthday 
Now you're one more year old 
On your cake there'll be candles 
All lighted,with glee
While the whole world is singing 
Happy Birthday Michael B.

March 24, 2010
8:00AM

“It only takes a minute to get a crush on someone, 
an hour to like someone 
& a day to love someone, 
but it takes a lifetime to forget someone” 
~ Unknown



Today is the 2 year anniversary......
miss you Michael B......
forever in my heart......
Evonne Marie







Sunday March 21, 2010
8:00AM

Off to Church this morning.........
2 year anniversary for Mass for Mike.

Monday, March 8, 2010

9:00PM


"Thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, with which I'll never part. God has you in his keeping, I have you in MY .........heart!"

March 2, 2010
7:45AM

Looking at the calendar I can't believe it is March and soon it will be 2 years.........

Friday January 16, 2010

Happy 15th Birthday to my son Tom!!!
I Love You



Tommy in PreSchool
Tommy today...now in high school
My Dad's annual Holiday Party!
Friday December 25, 2009



Wishing you the joy of family,
the happiness of friends,
and the love of Christmas!

My Family....
Uncle Bobby and Sam
Tom and Sam with Uncle Eric
December 16, 2009
3:00PM
Hard to believe Christmas is next week......
Attached is an article that was in a Henry Ford Health System magazine regarding AVASTIN...
Hope this Holiday Season brings peace to you and yours!



Document
Sunday November 15, 2009

There are people in life you learn to live with, 
there are people you know you can't live without, 
and then there are people you know life 
wouldn't be the same without. 

                                                 - Unknown


Sunday November 8, 2009
10:30AM

So it's Sunday morning and I've been up for hours going through pictures...time to put together a page for Sammy in the yearbook...that's what you do when you're the big Senior!!  Where does the time go....you really don't get back the time you have wasted.  This has been an emotional week on so many levels....  I have met with a young man (34) battling a brain tumor....I have met with a young widow (42) who lost her husband 5 months ago.....I have had a husband reach out to me because his wife is on an AVASTIN trial for breast cancer and now I read the guest-book and hear from someone Mike used to work with and his wife is battling a brain tumor....ugh........I wasn't going to put this out there this soon...however I just feel the need to now more than ever....My meeting on Thursday was not only successful...it gives me chills and brought me to tears.  

The Michael B. Schott Foundation is going to help fund the following.... 

"Molecular Trials"...."this phase of research involves and studies specific patient information through the advancements of the cancer genome atlas.  Utilizing this information with the personnel dedicated to a science known as "bioinformatics," we can than anticipate a tumor's "signature" which will be valuable in determining and predicting responses to certain treatment of the patient's brain tumor."
"Personalized Medicine"..."the development of this personalized approach to treatment leads to a more analytical approach in using observations which may indicate that certain patients would respond well with a specific method or combination of treatment.  The funding of pre-clinical proof -of-principle research will allow us to facilitate the translation from the laboratory to the patient."
"Quality of Life Clinical Trials"..."the purposed funding for this area will provide the resources necessary to advance the quality of life through clinical trials by supporting them with an analysis of information from our research in molecular trials and pre-clinical proofs.  Tumor patients will be recommended for a treatment plan and modality which is indicated by a thorough genetic analysis of the tumor and provides support of the best indicators for patient success."

OK...I know lots of information....the above is just the basic info.......my main objective has always been to increase the quality of life for the patient......I truly believe this is going to be amazing...cutting edge and if Mike were here I know this would be the way he would go........lots more to follow.......until next time...Evonne



November 5, 2009
11:00AM

If someone would have told me 1 year and almost 8 months ago that I would still be structuring the Michael B. Schott Foundation...I would have said "no way'....just goes to show how little I knew about it.  Considering the first year you go into survival mode after the shock wears off.  As I have said I plan on honoring Mike forever and there's no deadline....really want this to be perfect.  Big, big meeting this afternoon with two of the TOP DOCTORS at Henry Ford.  Very excited about this.....hope everyone is well and can't believe it's November...until next time...Evonne

Friday October 23, 2009
10:30AM

Lunch meeting today with Susan Foley, Sr. Director, Office of Philanthropy, Henry Ford Health System.

My sister (in-law) Mary...

Wednesday October 14, 2009


HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARY !!!

MUCH LOVE AND HAPPINESS TO YOU

Monday October 12, 2009

7:45AM






3 years ago today it was just supposed to be a headache.......

oh where has the time gone?? 

Missing my guy.... 

the one who was supposed to always 

be there for me....in my heart forever...xxxooo


Sunday October 11, 2009
7:30PM
So...last night was the big Homecoming Dance.....topping off 3 weeks of craziness at our home... . hopefully back to some kind of "normalcy"  this week.  Now that the big hospital event is over and my many school commitments have slowed down...it's time to have another meeting with some of the top doc's at Henry Ford.....hope all is well with everyone....until next time...Evonne

float pic's...Sam's class from the movie "Aladdin"
Tom's class from the movie "Peter Pan"



my guys before the big Homecoming Dance
Tommy's Buddies
the Genie from the movie Aladdin
it rained the entire day of the Parade....The Senior Class did win "BEST FLOAT"
The Senior Class Float...this took 3 weeks to build at our home!!!!
Tom's s Freshmen Class float
The Cousins....same school, same grade and same group of friends!!
Sam and his good friends....
Wednesday October 7, 2009
11:50PM

Winding down the float construction...last day tomorrow...3 weeks....it's been a blast....Homecoming Parade is Friday....Dance is Saturday..... tomorrow TOGA Day for Sammy....making breakfast for the teacher's...baking for Tom's class-bake sale and breakfast for Sam and his buddies...need to get through tomorrow one hour at a time starting at 4:00AM....SO GLAD/THANKFUL I'M A STAY AT HOME MOM......had to miss the boys 1st GPN JV hockey game tonight because of float...1st time Sam and Tom are on the same team...gonna be a great season!!

Missing Mike....oh how he would have enjoyed all of the activity...until next time....Evonne

Thursday October 1, 2009
3:30PM
Big event this evening....

Art Van 50th Anniversary Gala Benefiting Henry Ford Health System
Art Van Furniture is celebrating their 50th Anniversary on October 1st with all proceeds from the event benefiting The Neuroscience Institute and Hermelin Brain Tumor Center at Henry Ford Health System.
Henry Ford Hospital continually has been ranked by US News & World Report as among the top centers in the country for the treatment of neurological patients, and in 2006 the Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute was designated a top Center of Excellence among over 150 neuroscience programs surveyed in the U.S. by NeuroSource.

The Hermelin Brain Tumor Center is backed by the internationally recognized team of experts and a unique research fund dedicated to improving brain tumor treatment and providing a place for new hope for every brain tumor patient.
Art Van 50th Anniversary Gala will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2009 at 6 p.m. at Art Van Furniture in Warren, Michigan

September 27, 2009

Happy Birthday Mom....the boys and I couldn't have made it through the last 3 years without you...I Love You!!

mom & Mike
on our way back from Vegas...
Tuesday September 22, 2009
10:45PM
Been very busy with the new school year....Sam's Senior Class is building the Homecoming Float at our home...in our driveway and garage....it's a bit crazy...but I love it.  Both of my boys have such a great group of friends and classmates....it's a treat to have all of this activity around....there is rarely a dull moment here anyways.  I have a Henry Ford Neuroscience Council of Advisors Meeting tomorrow.  Everyone is very busy with the "Art Van Furniture 50th Anniversary Celebration"....to benefit the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center and the Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute October 1st.  Art Van is funding the ENTIRE event.  Every dollar goes directly to HFHS.  UNBELIEVABLE....until next time...Evonne


Sunday September 20, 2009
8:00PM

"Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, ends with a tear."


Sunday September 13, 2009
2:30PM

Beautiful day....beautiful walk with my two favorite guys in the world honoring the one that stole my heart and then broke it....miss ya Michael B....


September 9, 2009
9:45 PM
"It takes only a minute to get a crush on someone, 
an hour to like someone, 
and a day to love someone
-but it takes a lifetime to forget someone."

Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute Reception and Laboratory Tour is tomorrow evening...I can't believe it has been 

one year already.  Excited to see what's new in the research department.  ....until next time...Evonne



Tuesday August 25, 2009
11:50PM
Wow... what a day... Sam had his senior pictures taken... Tom had a Homecoming Float "POM" party tonight...had dinner with Jessica (Sam's girlfriend) and her mom Liz and both boys had hockey practice today.... summer is practically over and school is around the corner.  Have some very interesting projects in the works.... as always details to follow.... until next time..Evonne

It's not where you go or what you do, it's who is beside you that counts...


Friday August 21, 2009

8:00AM



Happy Anniversary Mike....

miss you more each day....

forever in my heart!!


Sunday August 16, 2009
9:00AM



HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD !!!  
I LOVE YOU !!!

Sunday August 16, 2009

Just returned from our annual trip Up North with the best- most loyal friends you could ever hope for....Back to reality and getting ready for the school year....senior pictures....the list goes on-but first enjoy the last few weeks of summer...until next time...Evonne

what keeps me going each and every day....
Saturday August 8, 2009
8:00PM
Where to begin....Mike's doctor/surgeon Dr. Satish Krishnamurthy is moving to New York....he is leaving Henry Ford Health System.  This is a very promising move for him and his family and a sad one for me!  I have a tremendous amount of respect for this man.  He truly is a gifted/ kind man and he will be missed by many in our community.  Now the hard part is restructuring the MBS Fund.  After a trip with my boys next week I will get back to work on the fund and the most appropriate use of the donations raised to date.
It is as if I take one step forward and three backwards...as someone recently told me is to remember..."a reason, a season or a lifetime..."until next time....Evonne

Monday July 27, 2009
11:45PM
There comes a point in your life when you realize: 
Who matters, 
Who never did, 
Who won't anymore....
And who always will.


Tuesday July 21, 2009
11:15PM
You don't get to choose how you're going to die. Or when. 
You can only decide how you're going to live. 
Now.


Monday July 20, 2009
10:00PM

thought for the day...

"Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass...
it's about learning how to dance in the rain"

Had two awesome conversations with some dear friends of Mike's today...very special...love the loyalty!!!  After some resistance I finally set up a Facebook account and that is how I was in touch with David Cobb...long time friend of Mike's...soo good to talk to David today!!  Lots going on...but it's all good....another great man is Aiven Katola, to know Aiven is to love him!!  Nothing but love in his heart...you can hear it in his voice as we talked about Mike tonight...until next time...Evonne

Wednesday July 15, 2009
11:30AM

Happy Birthday Rosie and Uncle Joe !!!
Been awhile since the last update....enjoying the summer with my boys and all of their friends!  Summer seems to go way too fast.  I am amazed at some of the people I have met for the first time in the last few weeks...enough for now.  Had to put a few things on hold for personal reasons...until next time...Evonne

Rosie !!
Uncle Joe
SUMMER 2009
Nadya Nahra and I
pool fun
Good Friends
Linda and I with Mike Fox (owner Next Level Gym)
Sammy and Grandma being very silly !!
my cousin Bobby and I (my bodyguard...LOL)
Tuesday June 30, 2009
7:30AM
The meeting last week needed to be rescheduled...I had some issues I needed to take care of before I could make some decisions.  Doing some restructuring of the MBS Fund...I want it to be absolutely perfect.  The good news is there is no deadline to keep when honoring someone....his memory will always live on...until next time...Evonne


Michael B. Schott ~Happy Father's Day!!
My Family....
Sunday June 21, 2009
10:00AM
Happy Father's Day......feel very lucky today to be able to spend the day with my dad....Mike used to tell me how fortunate I was to have both of my parents....and be close to them.  Couldn't imagine going through this nightmare without them.  Today is the day to celebrate dad's...Mike was a great father and I'm sure this is a tough day for his kids.....miss you Mike...until next time...Evonne

Wednesday June 17, 2009
9:00PM
Had a surprise phone call yesterday from Mark....he was ready to visit his father at the cemetery and asked if I would take him!  Let's just say I could feel Mike's presence even more and know he was smiling down on us both.  Going to the cemetery is a very personal experience and was moved to be able to be there with Mark!  To have lost his father at such a young age is most difficult for him....Mike was going to be the one to beat this tumor...we all believed it.  Spent a few hours today with Mike's surgeon at of all places...Starbucks....Dr. Satish is truly a gifted man and when I look at him I know that he is the only person that knows what Mike and I went through on a daily basis...the good/bad and the ugly.  Don't know to many brain surgeons that give you their private cell #.....Father's Day is this weekend......can't believe how time just moves on...until next time....Evonne






MONDAY JUNE 15, 2009

HAPPY 12TH BIRTHDAY LEXI !!!!

MY NIECE AND GODDAUGHTER

LEXI !!!!
Thursday June 11, 2009
12:00PM
It is officially summer vacation!  Tommy had his 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony this morning...can't believe he will be a freshmen in high school and Sammy will be a senior in the fall.  Been some tough, dark days for my guys in the last few years...days like today make me so proud and pull at my heart.  Congratulations to my niece Francesca on receiving the most prestigious award at Parcells Middle School...."The Fred W. Adams Award"....truly a fine young lady...I am so proud of her!  On another note, I have 2 meetings in the next 2 weeks regarding Mike's Fund...hope everyone is well...looking forward to a summer filled with hockey in front of my house and a pool filled with kids!!!.....until next time...Evonne


Tommy and Francesca
Robby, Tommy and Tommy
Tommy with Grandma and Poppy!!
John and Tom
THE BOYS OF SUMMER...hockey everyday in the court at our home!!
Monday June 7, 2009
6:45AM
Barb and Peter just left....such a nice weekend!  We went to one of our favorite restaurants last night....Mike's youngest Mark who is in town was able to join us.  Let's just say it was very special to be with Mike's sister and son!  
Safe travels Barb....until next time...Evonne

Tom, Mark & Sam
Barb, Peter & I
Saturday June 6, 2009
6:20PM


Happy Birthday to my brother Tom !!!   



Barb is in town for a long weekend...as always totally enjoying my visit with her and Peter.  Had some friends over for dinner last night...Barb has become close with some of my good friends, so when she is in town we all like to get together!  Every Saturday I go to the cemetery...so today I took Barb to see Mike.  Hard to explain and I'm sure it's sounds strange but I look forward to just sitting there and today I was able to share that with Barb....until next time...Evonne

Mary, Ronnie and Tom
Barb, Colleen and I
Michael, Barb and Peter
Scott and Michael
Scott and I
Monday June 1, 2009
9:00PM
Hard to believe today is June 1st....the boys will be out of school next week...oh how fast this school year has gone.  Had a surprise visit from Mike's youngest son Mark last week. He lives in CA and is in MI for a few weeks.  Really was wonderful to see him....as I gave him a big hug I felt as though I was hugging a part of Mike.  Looking forward to another visit with Barb (Mike's sister) and Peter this week...they will travel from FL and stay with me for a long weekend!!
In the process of setting up a meeting with the doctors regarding research funding for the MBS Fund.  I have set some pretty high goals...as usual details to follow.  Hope everyone is well...until next time...Evonne

Sunday May 24, 2009
9:30PM
Tonight is Prom for my son Sam.  Such a fun day.  Had tears in my eyes as Sam was putting his tux on...as Mike would always say..."he's such a fine young man".  Sammy is wearing a pair of cuff-links that were Mike's...very special 'cause they were a gift from me.  Feel so fortunate to have the relationship that I have with both of my sons...feeling a bit sentimental tonight...until next time...Evonne

Love this picture of Sam
Sam today...where has the time gone???
Jessica and Sam...GPN Prom 2009
Alex with my boys and I
Alex and I
Alexandria LaRue
My boys with the Larue Family
Wednesday May 20, 2009
11:00PM
My mind is racing this evening...it really is the simple things in life that are important.  Tonight my boys and I went to a 6th grade instrumental concert for my friend Alexandria LaRue...if you have followed Mike's site you know who she is.  She is my special 12 year old girlfriend!  She invited us to come and listen to her play...how can you refuse???  We were so happy to be there, we brought her flowers and wanted her to know we thought she was special...because she is.  Alex has a beautiful heart.  Having my boys with me tonight....I feel so lucky to have these 2 teenage sons that I am so close to, that understand that this is the stuff in life that makes a difference....they didn't have a problem with driving 35 minutes to go to a 6th grade concert....oh...Mike would be so happy with the fine young men my boys are turning into.  Pictures from Alex's concert...until next time...Evonne

Wednesday May 13, 2009
3:30PM
I think I'm going to enjoy and make the best out of this next chapter in my life...just returned from the Neuroscience Institute Council of Advisors Meeting.  On the agenda for the meeting it stated that I was to share my "Personal Story on the Fast Track Approval of Avastin Testimony for the FDA."  Very, very cool!!!  Also exciting is being introduced as a Council member.  Finally, I can honestly say that from the pain and suffering that took place... that something positive can be gained.  Looking forward to the goals I have made for the MBS Fund...remember donations of any denomination are welcome at any time and DEEPLY APPRECIATED...until next time...Evonne

Wednesday May 13, 2009
10:00AM
Getting ready to go downtown to the Henry Ford Neuroscience Council of Advisors meeting today.  After all of the meetings I have been through I still get nervous speaking.  Will just again stay focused....looking forward to being apart of the Council of Advisors.  This is one very rewarding experience that I am thrilled to be a part of...until next time...Evonne

Sunday May 10, 2009
8:00AM

Happy Mother's Day !  Wishing all the Mom's today the best...especially mine.  Remembering those that are no longer with us and enjoying the day with the ones you hold close.  Looking forward having my family over today....the pool is open....even though it's cool out I'm sure the kids will want to jump in....Tomorrow I will start working on the "speech" for Wednesday for the Neuroscience Council of Advisors meeting......best to all...until next time...Evonne


I have the best MOM !!!
Happy Mother's Day to some very important people in my life!
Thursday May 7, 2009
7:30AM
Had an event downtown at the hospital last night....what a feeling to be introduced as someone who played a role in getting AVASTIN approved.  Have heard from so many since the FDA announcement....thank you for the emails and support and YES, Mike is happy (I feel it)...as we all  know how monumental this is for patients.... AVASTIN has one heck of a team and now they have the opportunity to spread the word of HOPE to those battling.  I have met some of the most incredible people and am honored to be a part of this...until next time...Evonne

Tuesday May 5, 2009
8:15PM


If Mike were here today I could hear him say..."oh ya baby...oh ya.."  AVASTIN has been officially approved by the FDA.  I am so happy that this has happened...this is hope for brain tumor patients now and in the future.  This validates what I have believed since Mike's first dose...
AVASTIN=HOPE
AVASTIN=TIME
AVASTIN=QUALITY OF LIFE
Thank you Genentech for your continued heartfelt research in this brutal fight for those battling this tumor.  My only regret is that Mike is not here with me to celebrate this major victory...we both felt that AVASTIN was the best therapy out there.  I know he is in my heart and the main reason why I continue this fight in his name....this is a most important win for everyone...until next time...Evonne


OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE



Tuesday, May 5, 2009

FDA Grants Accelerated Approval of Avastin for Brain Cancer (Glioblastoma) That Has Progressed Following Prior Therapy 

South San Francisco, Calif.  --  May 5, 2009 --  Genentech, Inc. announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval of Avastin® (bevacizumab) for people with glioblastoma with progressive disease following prior therapy. The effectiveness of Avastin in this aggressive form of brain cancer is based on an improvement in objective response rate. Currently, no data are available from randomized controlled trials demonstrating an improvement in disease-related symptoms or increased survival with Avastin in glioblastoma.

The new indication for Avastin was granted under the FDA's accelerated approval program that allows provisional approval of medicines for cancer or other life-threatening diseases.

"People with this type of brain cancer have had no new treatments in more than a decade," said Timothy Cloughesy, M.D., director, Neuro-Oncology Program of the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of California, Los Angeles. "After so many years with little progress in this field, Avastin was associated with a durable tumor response and doctors now have a new medicine to offer patients."

"Today's approval would not have been possible without the dedication of physicians, patient advocates, the FDA and most importantly the people who participated in the clinical trials and their families who had the courage to support them," said Hal Barron, M.D., executive vice president, Global Development and chief medical officer, Genentech. "A global Phase III trial in patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma will soon begin enrollment to further evaluate Avastin in this setting."

Glioblastoma affects approximately 10,000 people per year in the United States and glioblastoma tumors nearly always return following initial treatment.


Tuesday May 5, 2009
1:00PM

STILL WAITING..........

Monday May 4, 2009
1:30 PM
What a busy morning...I was downtown at Henry Ford Hospital for a video "interview" regarding my involvement with the entire process regarding AVASTIN.  The "accelerated approval" announcement is to be tomorrow...this will be such an important day for those battling brain tumors now and in the future.  This will definitely be one of the highlights of my life.  I will never forget the first time Mike received AVASTIN...it gave us hope and within weeks I knew it was going to make a difference!  That is really when I started talking with the drug rep in the office and making phone call after phone call talking to people at Genentech...I just wanted someone to know how well Mike was doing.  That got us an invitation to speak at Genentech in December 2007....I really am amazed at how this has progressed.   Having the ability to share our experience is not only emotional but rewarding.  It's easy to tell a story when it's from your heart and a story I lived day in and day out until the bitter end.  

More positive news...I have been invited to be on the Henry Ford Hospital Neuroscience Council of Advisors...the Council serves to advance the mission of the Neuroscience Institute and HFHS.  Duties begin next week at the meeting.  I will be speaking about my involvement with AVASTIN/FDA and the MBS Fund....can't wait for the official FDA announcement tomorrow....until next time....Evonne


Sunday May 3, 2009





Congratulations Noah (my Godson and nephew) on making your First Holy Communion!!

Friday May 1, 2009
11:00PM
Don't even know where to begin with this update....guess it starts with sitting next to a neuroscience professor on the plane on the way to Miami...what are the chances of that happening ?  Of course we discussed brain tumors for the majority of the trip.  Next waiting at baggage claim in Miami and a young lady comes up to me because she hears me discussing the reason of my trip to my driver...OK...her mom has breast cancer and is on AVASTIN...I could go on and on with the people I met by chance this week.  Now, for the purpose of the trip....HUGE SUCCESS.  Can't even describe the emotions & energy in the room.  When I walked into the rehearsal I was literally blown away by the 3 screens...I felt as though it was the OPRAH set...the way the auditorium was set up.  The Genentech/AVASTIN Team were so gracious and appreciative to myself and the 2 other families.   The FDA should sign the dotted line on May 5, and the timing of this approval will make history!  So, Monday I am meeting with the head of PR for Henry Ford Hospital for an interview.  Going to keep the momentum going and hopefully make an even bigger difference.  The pictures are not the best...but better than nothing.  There is a picture of myself and a gentleman by the name of Steve Thompson.  Steve and his wife Kathie lost their beautiful young 17 year old daughter to a GBM last fall.  What a fine man...I had the opportunity to meet Steve at the ODAC/FDA Meeting, he also gave testimony.   Avastin gave their daughter 8 wonderful months.  Steve and I were both invited to speak in Miami after DC...we all just smile and said this is one of the biggest/most important things we will ever do!....until next time...Evonne


WOW...this was shown during my speech
The Panel
Steve and I
the view from my room
Tuesday April 28, 2009
10:30AM
Off to Miami tomorrow....these last 4 weeks since the FDA/ODAC Meeting have flown by.  I have been writing and rewriting this next presentation.  Same message but different audience, really want to have the same impact as I did in DC.  The meeting is on Thursday....there is a dinner tomorrow evening and rehearsal Thursday morning before the presentation.  I finally feel that since Mike's death that I am starting to pull myself together.  It is really quite an honor not only to have these opportunities, but to really make a difference.  Need to keep Mike's memory alive...missing my guy more than ever...until next time...Evonne

Saturday April 25, 2009
9:45AM


Happy Birthday Eric!!!  



You know Mike would have sang you the birthday song this morning......you were very special to him and we all love you!



Eric and Mike.... December 2007
Saturday April 18, 2009
7:30PM
Can't believe April is half over...Spent this past Wednesday at the new Henry Ford Hospital in West Bloomfield, was given a tour of the new facility...what a beautiful hospital.  After I returned from Washington, D.C., Genentech/Avastin had asked if I would be interested in taking part in a video with GBM patients...I was asked to be on a panel regarding Avastin/GBM....another moving experience....yesterday I spent the day with a crew from San Francisco and a local video crew.  The next big event is the presentation in Miami in a few weeks.  Have not forgotten about the MBS Fund...working on that also, trying to tie it all together....all incredibly exciting and extremely fulfilling...until next time...Evonne

Tuesday April 14, 2009
9:00AM

Happy Birthday Mike !!!



Tommy & Sammy-Easter 1999
Sunday April 12, 2009
8:30AM
Happy Easter to everyone....hope your day is filled with family and friends......until next time...Evonne

Thursday April 9, 2009
11:15 PM
I remember back when we all knew that AVASTIN was going to be good for Mike.  After the first few weeks I could see amazing changes taking place.  I can also remember my Dad telling Mike and I that he could see us traveling around the world speaking about this "experimental" drug that was saving Mike's life.  Fast forward a few years...Mike may have lost his battle with a brain tumor...but won one great year with AVASTIN.  So today I am the one traveling and speaking of this drug that really gave us an incredible year...not always easy, but sooo worth it!  So much exciting preparation for this meeting in Miami and can't believe that I am a part of it all.  When Mike started taking AVASTIN he was dying...he was given one month to live...AVASTIN gave Mike and our families one more year...that is why I will continue to support the AVASTIN approval and let others know there are other therapies available....until next time...Evonne  p.s. missing Barb the last few days, such a good house guest...LOL

Tuesday April 7, 2009
5:00AM
Today Barb and Peter head back to Florida...My son Tommy is on his way to Washington, D.C. for a class trip...what a great time we had with Barb and Peter.  If you have never had the pleasure of getting to know her, she is truly one-of-a-kind.  Can't believe the FDA Meeting was already one week ago and now Barb's heading home.  Time flies by so quickly...until next time...Evonne

thoughts for the day...
'I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.'
'I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.'
'I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.'
'I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing as 'making a life.'
'I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.'
'I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw some things back..'
'I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.'
'I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.'
'I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.'
'I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.'
'I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.'
                                                          -Maya Angelou


Friday April 3, 2009
4:00PM
Finally a week to smile about...Mike's sister Barb and her friend Peter are in town and are staying with me for a week.  I absolutely adore her.  We have spent lots of time watching video of Mike and sharing many stories and many tears together. She has a silly sense of humor and we are having a wonderful visit.
MORE GOOD NEWS....I have been asked to speak at the "Genentech/AVASTIN Glioblastoma Team Meeting" in Florida at the end of April.   All I can say is "WOW"....this is so exciting to be a part of.  The meeting Tuesday in DC was one of the highlights of my life...and now to be able to continue down this path to help others is a feeling I can't even begin to describe.  Need to prepare another presentation...but first enjoy the rest of my time with Barb! ...until next time...Evonne

Me and Barb

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

10:30PM


WHAT A DAY!!!!!!! Instead of flying home on an airplane...I felt as though I could have walked through the clouds.  Just returned from the meeting in DC regarding AVASTIN....I thought I had a pretty good presentation...but to see part of it quoted in the NYTimes is amazing.  The emotions in the room were almost more than any of us could stand.  I met some amazing people today....and not to mention the doctors and researchers from around the world.  Oh...what a  day.  Feels so good to "do the right thing"...as Mike would say.   This drug gave Mike such a good year...everyone should have the same opportunity.  The FDA needed to recognize that and today they did!  My thoughts and prayers are with the families I met today....really something to bond with complete stangers...having the same common denominator.....a brain tumor....beautiful people with heartfelt stories!  Today we all made a difference.  NYTimes article below....best to all...until next time...Evonne



F.D.A. Panel Supports Avastin to Treat Brain Tumor

The New York Times

April 1, 2009

By Andrew Pollack

 

Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration unanimously recommended Tuesday that Genentech’s drug Avastin be approved as a treatment for a deadly form of brain cancer, despite the F.D.A.’s own staff reviewers’ saying there was a lack of compelling evidence that the drug worked for that use.

 

The advisory committee of outside experts said the apparent benefits of the drug outweighed the risks, especially because there were few good alternatives for treating brain cancer patients facing near-certain death.

 

The committee’s 10-to-0 vote drew applause from members of the audience at the meeting in Silver Spring, Md., some of whom had brain cancer themselves or who had family members with brain cancer. About 10 of these people, some breaking into tears, testified in favor of the drug’s approval.

 

“If it wasn’t for Avastin, I wouldn’t be here today to address this committee,” said Richard Oropeza Jr. of Williamsburg, Va., who has had brain cancer since 2006.

 

If the F.D.A. follows the committee’s advice, as it usually does, brain cancer would become the fourth type of cancer for which Avastin is approved. The drug, previously approved for colorectal, lung and breast cancer, is already a blockbuster with sales of $2.7 billion in the United States last year.

 

Since brain cancer is relatively rare, a new approval would not add that much to sales for Genentech, which was acquired last week by Roche, the Swiss pharmaceutical company.

 

The panel on Tuesday was considering Genentech’s request for approval of Avastin for a type of brain cancer called glioblastoma multiforme that has relapsed after initial treatment. The first phase of treatment usually consists of radiation therapy and the Schering-Plough drug Temodar.

 

About 10,000 Americans each year get glioblastoma multiforme, which is considered the deadliest of brain cancers, with a median survival of 14.6 months, according to Genentech. Even before it kills, the cancer can destroy brain function, robbing people of the ability to talk or walk.

 

Genentech is seeking accelerated F.D.A. approval, which the agency can grant to drugs for life-threatening diseases, even when there is incomplete proof of effectiveness.

 

The question for the committee Tuesday was whether the evidence the company supplied met even the lower hurdle for accelerated approval.

 

Genentech did not conduct a trial comparing Avastin with any other drug or with a placebo, making it hard to tell whether the drug worked. In two studies without real control groups, Avastin was found to cause tumor shrinkage in 20 to 26 percent of patients, according to the F.D.A.

 

But the F.D.A. reviewers questioned whether what appeared to be tumor shrinkage on brain scans might have instead been a reduction in the swelling caused by blood leaking into the brain.

 

Still, the members of the advisory committee, many of them physicians, said that even a reduction in swelling would help patients, because swelling itself can impair neurological function.

 

Some committee members said their positive view of the drug was reinforced by public testimony of patients and their family members.

 

Evonne Stevenson Schott told the committee that before her husband, Michael, started taking Avastin, he had been given about a month to live and could no longer eat or use the restroom without help. But after he started on the drug, he could function better and even swim laps. He lived another year — “a beautiful year,” she said — before dying in March 2008.

 

“Avastin gave me the chance,” Ms. Schott said, “the chance to dance with my husband again.”

 



Sunday March 29, 2009
9:00PM
Off to Washington, D.C. tomorrow.  My speech is ready and so am I.  I have a PowerPoint presentation showing pictures while I am speaking.  Can't wait and thrilled to have this opportunity....until next time...Evonne

Friday March 27, 2009
4:45PM
Just received this picture in the mail from a dear friend we used to work with at Hansen's....thanks so much for sending Nancy.  I will visit you in CA very soon....back to working on my speech for the meeting next week...until next time...Evonne

LAS VEGAS/HANSEN BEVERAGE EVENT 2005
Wednesday March 25, 2009
12:30PM
My phone started ringing at 7:30AM yesterday morning....numerous calls...emails...text messages and even flowers. Really special to be remembered on the first anniversary of Mike's death.  Shared lots of tears and stories.  Thinking of how life can change in an instant.  So last night I had all of my family and close friends over....we celebrated Sammy and Noah's Birthday and Mike's life.  Perfect way to spend the evening....hope everyone is well and many thanks...until next time...Evonne


My Guys
Happy Birthday Noah!
Sammy and Aunt Mary
Kyle, Francesca and Karl
Grandma, Sam and Friends
Tuesday March 24, 2009
10:00AM
Well, it is officially one year this morning since Mike died.  Or I guess I would rather put it this way and say moved on to a better place...a place without pain and suffering.  Oh, how he suffered in the end.  When that final call came at 4:30AM on 3/24/08 and the nurse said it was "time"...I remember telling her to hold his hand and tell him I was coming (30 minute drive to the hospital I don't even remember).  When I arrived the nurse was sitting on the floor holding his hand.  He took his last breath 5 minutes after I got there....I was holding him....the nurse and doctor could not believe he waited.  This has been a difficult year for all of us...I hope all of Mike's kids are as well as can be expected.  Off to the cemetery this afternoon...Michael B. Schott you are loved and missed more than ever & I will have your name and memory live on through the MBS Fund and working with the Avastin cause....forever in our hearts...until next time...Evonne

I LOVE THIS PICTURE !!!!!
Tuesday March 24, 2009


Happy Birthday Noah!!!


we love you!!


Noah and Uncle Mike July 2007
Monday March 23, 2009
11:30PM
I can remember what I was doing minute by minute last year....just need to get through tomorrow!  I will also never forget leaving the hospital knowing the next time I came back it was to face the unbearable...thinking of the words family and friends...very important words...for they are the people behind the words that help you survive....if their heart is "pure."   Funny....my boys and I have learned so much about true "family and friends" this last year.  We are forever grateful to you....until next time...Evonne

Sunday March 22, 2009
8:45AM
HAPPY 17th BIRTHDAY SAMMY!  Where has this year gone?  Off to Church this morning...there is a Mass for Mike.  Working on my speech for Washington, D.C. and really looking forward to being a part of it all.  Thank you to those that have sent many kind emails regarding my trip....until next time...Evonne

Sammy
Sammy 9-months
Tuesday March 17, 2009
6:00PM
Today was a very special day....today it became official that I will be one of the people speaking before the Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee in Washington, D.C. at the end of the month.  Genentech (AVASTIN) is seeking accelerated approval from the FDA.  I am so thrilled...I can't even put into words how I feel about being a part of this!  Avastin gave Mike time and a better quality of life than that of the "standard" GBM IV treatment.  FDA approval is critical.  I feel so at peace...between the MBS FUND and now going to Wash., D.C. to maybe make a difference.  Funny...the timing of it all...as next week will mark the 1 year anniversary...until next time...Evonne

The following article is the announcement for the meeting:

FDA to meet to review Genentech drug for new use

FDA meets to review Genentech's Avastin for new use in patients with brain cancer

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration will meet later this month to review Genentech's blockbuster cancer drug Avastin for a new use against a form of brain cancer.

The agency's panel of outside cancer experts will meet March 31 to assess the safety and effectiveness of the injectable drug for patients with glioblastoma multiforme, the deadliest type of brain tumor.

The FDA is not required to follow the advice of its panelists, though it usually does.

Avastin is already approved to treat colon and breast cancer, along with the most common form of lung cancer. The drug was Genentech's top-selling product last year with sales of $2.69 billion in U.S. revenue.

South San Francisco, Calif.-based Genentech has asked the FDA to approve its application under the accelerated approval program, which grants market access to drugs with promising preliminary results. Companies gain full approval after submitting follow-up studies that confirm their drugs' effectiveness.

Roughly 10,000 U.S. patients are affected each year by glioblastoma multiforme, according to the National Cancer Institute. The cancer quickly returns in nearly all patients treated for the disease.


The LaRue Family w/pumpkins from Mr. Mike...thanks for the picture Alex!
Friday March 13, 2009
12:00PM
Special message to a special young lady...
Alexandria LaRue your message on the guest-book last night brought me to tears...your heartfelt concern for Mr. Mike and me from the beginning of this journey has been amazing.  I know your mom and dad must be very proud of the young lady you are becoming!  Your dad (Ray LaRue) and Mr. Mike knew each other for many years and Mr. Mike loved not only your dad but your entire family.  Alex...you are one of the reasons I can say the boys and I survived this last year...you have a beautiful heart.  All of your emails, text messages and not to forget all the pictures from you and your siblings that were hanging up in the hospital...I'm glad you are my friend!!!  I will never forget all of the good from a very difficult time! ...xxoo Alex....until next time...Evonne

My friend Alexandria LaRue
Thursday March 12, 2009
4:30PM
March 12, 2008 is a day that I will never forget...it was a day that I took a long walk with Mike's doctor...it was a day that the reality set in...it was a day that I realized this was bigger than me & I was helpless...it was a day I realized how tired Mike was...it was the day I knew I was losing my best friend.  Where did this year go? ....until next time...Evonne

happier times...summer 2005
Mike & Tom...August 2006...with his Starbucks and newspaper!!
Monday March 9, 2009
12:30PM
I probably spent over 3 hours yesterday morning looking at pictures on my computer.  Wanted to add a few new ones...I find myself thinking way too much about those last days in the hospital.  So the pain continues as the one year anniversary approaches.  Reading a very good book right now...after going through this I have questioned my faith and God....and yet there are times when I believe that my faith has been my strength...The book is called The Shack by Wm. Paul Young.  
"An exceptional piece of writing that ushers you directly into the heart and nature of God in the midst of agonizing human suffering.  This amazing story will challenge you to consider the person and the plan of God in more expansive terms than you may have ever dreamed."  David Gregory-author
until next time...Evonne

Saturday February 28, 2009
7:00PM
Hard to believe that tomorrow is March 1st...each day that passes I am reliving those long, never ending days at the hospital this same time last year.  Never wanting to give up and dreaming of our life that was and would never be again.  Thinking of my family tonight....my mom and dad...Mike would always say that I was so lucky to have both of my parents...I know I could have not made it through this nightmare without them.  Sammy and Tommy...watching them have to grow up fast and deal with this brain tumor and Mike's death.  NEVER once complaining about the situation...believe me they are not perfect, but pretty close to it!!  :)  and the same is said for my sisters...Rene' and Michelle and my brother Tom...and their families.  My sister-in-law Mary is always introduced as another sister.  I have probably the best friends anyone could ask for...Linda and Colleen.  Mike's sister Barb....one of a kind.  And those close to Mike that have stood by me with love and support...you know who you are.  Hughes, you are in a category of your own.  Eric and Craig...can't say enough about what you both did for us.  Thinking of my cousin Bobby Nahra...Mike was very fond of him...hard worker, has his own catering hall and just a good person.  Bobby has not left my side...always checking on me and making me smile.  Feeling extremely emotional...missing Mike and not wanting to relive the next few weeks.  I know I am not the only person with a heavy heart...until next time.....Evonne

My Boys...Mexico 2009
SAM
TOM
shopping w/my boys
Dinner in Mexico
Sam, Tom, Karl, Kyle and Chris at the Barcelo Resort
Making new friends!
A Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime

People come into your life for a reason, a season, or
a lifetime. When you figure out which one it is, you
will know what to do for each person.

When someone is in your life for a REASON . . . It is
usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have
come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you
with guidance and support, to aid you physically,
emotionally, or spiritually. They may seem like a
godsend, and they are! They are there for the reason
you need them to be.

Then, without any wrong doing on your part, or at an
inconvenient time, this person will say or do something
to bring the relationship to an end.

Sometimes they die.
Sometimes they walk away.
Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand.

What we must realize is that our need has been met, our
desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you
sent up has been answered. And now it is time to move on.

When people come into your life for a SEASON . . .
Because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn.
They bring you an experience of peace, or make you laugh.
They may teach you something you have never done.
They usually give you an unbelievable amount
of joy. Believe it! It is real! But, only for a season.

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons; things
you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional
foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the
person, and put what you have learned to use in all
other relationships and areas of your life. It is said
that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant. 

Author Unknown

Friday February 13, 2009
3:00PM
Happy Valentine's Day... Thought I would share my last Valentine from Mike.  He was the absolute best card giver!  I remember him giving me this note last year...he apologized because he didn't have a "real" card for me.  This was written on the back of an envelope.  This is so special to me.... I have it framed and I will treasure it always.  My boys are on break next week and we will go away for a few days.  Hope everyone is well...until next time...Evonne

The Bahamas February 2008
Tuesday February 10, 2009
6:30PM
The pictures above are from last February.  We had planned a trip to the Bahamas for winter break.  Everything changed with the results of Mike's last MRI.  Little did we know it would be our last trip together.  It was a very painful few days for all of us. Tried to make the best of it....very difficult as we watched Mike get weaker and weaker. The pictures below are from a hockey tournament in Traverse City last Jan. '08.   There was a small pool in the hotel & these photos are of my son Sam helping Mike.  
Really great talking to some of the Hansen Beverage guys this week...Jimmy Powell...my best to you-hope your feeling stronger each day!  
Been a long tough road...many disappointments since Mike has died...and many pleasant surprises...until next time...Evonne


Sunday January 25, 2009
9:30AM
New pictures are from last January...we went to Vegas for the weekend to see Tom Jones.  We had seen Tom Jones a few years back and had so much fun at the concert....Mike wanted to see him again and it was so worth it.  Can't believe as of yesterday Mike has been gone for 10 months...pretty soon it will be one year....wow...I am amazed at how time/life just goes on....until next time...Evonne

Craig and Mike
Couldn't ask for better friends...
At the Tom Jones concert in Vegas...1.26.08
Happy Birthday Tom !!!!
Friday January 16, 2009
7:30AM
HAPPY "14TH" BIRTHDAY TO MY SON TOMMY!!!!  Tom and I will spend the weekend in Gaylord, MI for a hockey tournament.  Remembering last year on Tom's bday Mike singing his version of the "birthday song".  I have it on video....As I was waking the boys up this morning, just above one of the many pictures I have in the house of Mike...there is a ladybug....OK it's -9 degrees out....where did this ladybug come from?  Long story...but we had a our own version of what they represented...luck/happiness/peace... there have been 3 times since Mike has died that a ladybug has just appeared out of nowhere....until next time...Evonne


Sunday January 11, 2009
9:30 AM
It is such a beautiful morning...the sun is shining and we had lots and lots of snow yesterday...the other day I was home alone and found myself re-reading guest-book entries.  All so touching/personal, it is so awesome to have....I listen to the play list all the time.....and after driving back from the cemetery in a snow storm yesterday I was thinking of what someone recently said to me..."Mike's not there...he is everywhere...why do I go so often."  That's one of those questions that is to hard to answer...I know Mike is in my heart...I feel his presence constantly.  It is just something I have to do....I just miss him so...The hardest part is always looking back...one year ago I was giving Mike shot's in his leg for blood clots...this was really the beginning of the end!  The one thing that has kept me together is that I know I did everything and anything possible for him...and the beautiful part is that Mike knew that also.  Waiting for the one year mark...as if something magical will happen...I have been given permission to post the Avastin "speech"...will do that soon.  It is tough to watch.  Many thanks to Mariel @ Ohio U for helping track down the person kind enough to send the DVD of Mike.  The goal for the next 2 months is to have a written proposal from Henry Ford/Hermelin Brain Tumor Center for Mike's Fund.  Just before Christmas I met with the...Sr. Director, Major and Principal Gifts--Office of Philanthropy and signed papers...one step closer...until next time...Evonne

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS
Happy New Year !!
Looking forward to "2009"...I want this new year to represent healing and acceptance.  As the Christmas card that I sent out stated..."forever in our hearts" with Mike's picture he will always be with me.  2008 was a year of emptiness, pain and tears......This Holiday season brought some amazing reminders of the people that are in my life.....near and far.  As we all know life is busy and life goes on and as I say "for everyone else".  There have been some very pleasant surprises.  The simple phone call from someone across the country to just say "hi...thinking of you"...or the beautiful notes with X-mas cards, or the flowers from Dottie and Barb....and my secret "Spirit of Christmas"....As I sit here this morning I think of Mike's last days and the heartache...and I remember telling him to "pray for me...cause I'm going need it".   Still so painful to think about.....So, for my new year....acceptance and remembering all of the amazing times we had together and the unconditional love....and focusing on the MBS Research Fund....until next time...Evonne

Monday December 29, 2008
11:00AM
Countdown to the New Year....Last week I was lucky enough to receive two surprises...the first was a DVD with clips of the Ohio University '68 MAC Championship game...and the second was a DVD of Mike and I in San Francisco last December giving our speech to the Avastin team.   I wasn't sure if this was taped...but was determined to look into it and find out.  Many thanks to Mai-Lise in New York for your help with this.  Being able to watch Mike on the football field and then watch him give his speech was more than I could take.  What a gift...he was brought back to life and I so appreciate all efforts to make this happen.  Feeling a bit sentimental....Mike's sister Barb sent me a song that is beautiful...I have added it to the playlist....A Love Until the End of Time by Maureen McGovern / Placido Domingo.....until next time...Evonne

 Merry Christmas Everyone....
The gifts in life that are from the heart have the most meaning.....friendship is the gift that I treasure most....Many thanks to those who have stood by me and gave their love unconditionally....In my heart I know Mike is looking out for me and keeping those with a "pure heart" close.....the 12th day of Christmas gift from my "Spirit of Christmas" secret person--is a beautiful Angel.....I will keep this on my "Mike" table in our living room....Peace and love to all on this Christmas......until next time....Evonne


Christmas Eve
Last week after returning from a Holiday Party with friends and family I found a large gift bag with 12 beautifully wrapped gifts inside. Trying to figure out the best way to acknowledge a gift I don't who it is from...Attached to this package was a letter to me...here is a small part of this note...

"You are my 12 Days of Christmas Special Friend.  I know this season will not be as bright and for that reason I have selected you to share the 12 Days with...Please choose a time each day to relax and open each.  They are just small tokens to help make your holiday a little brighter and let you know that you are being thought about.  You need not know who I am, other that I hope to be your Spirit of Christmas this year if only for a few short minutes each day.  May God Bless you especially this year with lots of love." 

OK...I have given up trying to figure out who this is from...some of these small tokens have brought tears to my eyes.  There is nothing SMALL about this gesture.  Each gift has a meaning and a reason, examples...
 "guardian angel" visor clip...(note) "someone to watch over me all year long"
" Christmas CD"...."sounds of music will Never be the same...but know that your heart wouldn't be so full without your lost love"
"small red box w/gold bow" ...Gift of Love...this is a very special gift you can never see.  The reason it's so special is it's just from me.  whenever you are lonely or even feeling blue, you'll only have to hold the gift and know I think of you!  You can never unwrap it.  Please leave the ribbon tied, just hold the box to your heart it's filled with love inside."

What a thoughtful gift...so personal and deeply appreciated!!  This is a difficult week for many reasons.  I have been touched by the special calls and holiday cards.  Today it is 9 months since Mike has passed...I woke up at the exact time of his death this morning...5:25AM....miss you Mike...xxoo...until next time....Evonne


Friday December 19, 2008
5:00PM
Can't believe I forgot to add this one to the list this morning....another mbs favorite saying...
THE BEST PREDICTOR OF FUTURE BEHAVIOR IS PAST BEHAVIOR!

Friday December 19, 2008
7:30AM...SNOW DAY!!!!
Just added pictures from my Mom and Dad's annual Christmas Party.  This Holiday Season has been difficult to say the least. Looking forward to starting "2009" and definitely putting "2008" behind me.  

About 10 days ago I sent an email to someone who reached out to me last summer for advice regarding her father's brain tumor/treatment. This gentleman happened to be the father-in law of one of HBC's distributor's...Mike always spoke very highly of Randy (distributor).  I had met Randy on several occasions and his young daughter signed our guest book in the very beginning...to make a sad story short...a few short hours after I sent the email to check on their family, Randy Shanker's father-in-law James Carey passed away.  My deepest sympathy to your family...as I told Melissa...it was her father...there really isn't anything anyone can say to ease your pain...you have to "do your own time".   Funny... next week it will be 9 months for Mike and I am amazed how life still goes on....for everyone else.

Some of Mike's favorite sayings I think of often...and I know some of you used to tease him about this but how many times do think of them....
-attitude is everything....the devil is in the details...substance over style...life is to be lived...don't postpone joy...people don't change...persistence and determination alone are omnipotent...until next time...Evonne


My Boys
Cousin Jimmy with my Mom and Dad
Sam and Tom with Uncle Eric
Rosie, Lexi and "Spanky Pants #2"
Noah and Tommy
Genentech, San Fran 12-12-07 The AVASTIN TEAM
Friday December 12, 2008
6:30PM
The picture above was from one year ago today...Mike and I were invited to Genentech headquarters to tell "our story." Mike's success with Avastin was amazing and I wanted everyone to know.  We were honored to be a part of the meeting and to be able to speak in front of the Avastin Team.  The most unfortunate detail is that this is a tumor that is the hardest to beat...Last year at this time there was no stopping us, Mike was to be the biggest survivor, he had come so far and accomplished so much....and about a month after the meeting Mike started showing signs of the tumors return...the rest is history :( ...I look forward to the MBS Fund to help others with the fight of their lives...until next time...Evonne


Holiday Party December 1, 2007 at our home
Hughes with Sam & Tom in Cleveland
Sunday December 7, 2008
9:30PM
Just returned from a weekend in Cleveland, OH for a hockey tournament for my son Sam's high school hockey team. What a great group of families...felt good to be able to be there for Sam...when Mike was sick I was not able to do much with my boys...what is so important to me is that Sam and Tom understood that Mike needed me and you do what you have to do.  I always say that the boys will be better men because of Mike!  Hughes Norton spent some time with us on Saturday....he lives just outside of Cleveland and came to one of Sammy's games and we were able have lunch together.  The boys and I really enjoyed our visit with Hughes.  Hard to believe Christmas is just weeks away....until next time...Evonne


My Family
My Mom and Dad
Tuesday December 2, 2008
6:00PM
The loss of a loved one is difficult anytime of the year.  Never having to deal with a loss of this magnitude until now I can honestly say it is harder and more painful than ever imagined.  The Holidays can be a constant reminder of what was and what will never be again.  There is so much to be thankful for...and sometimes you can get caught up in just feeling bad.  I took a big step today and donated Mike's wheelchair, 2 walkers and his bedside commode to a non-profit organization.  Funny how looking at a wheelchair...any wheelchair can cause me to catch my breath.  Received a few notes and surprise calls this past week from old friends of Mike's...so very special and deeply appreciated.  I will be finalizing the paperwork for the MBS Fund in the next few weeks...remember donations of any denomination are always welcome...until next time...Evonne

The Wagner Family from Sheboygan WI
Thursday November 20, 2008
2:00PM
Just wanted to add this photo of Mike's cousin Jean's family.  This picture is from the Quasius family wedding this summer.  What a beautiful picture!  Thanks for sharing Jean!

Saturday November 15. 2008
6:00PM

Don't know where the time is going....soon it will be 8 months since Mike has passed...Still trying to pull myself together. There are so many times during each day that my breath is taken away by memories.  I went the other night to the Henry Ford Hospital-Hermelin Brain Tumor Fund event called "Shoot for a Cure"...fundraiser.  Last year Mike was the star, he was doing so very well.  It was very difficult to attend but it was also something I needed to do.  It is really my way of honoring the man that showed me the meaning of true/unconditional love.  Very excited about the Michael B. Schott Fund...hoping our experience and heartache can help others fighting each and everyday...until next time...Evonne

Tuesday October 21, 2008

4:00PM

God didn't promise days without pain, 

laughter without sorrow, sun without rain, 

but He did promise strength for the day, 

comfort for the tears, and light for the way.

                                               


Sam and Tom
My dad's birthday.....
Homecoming...Grandma and Poppy with Sam and Chrissy (my niece)
My Boys
Sunday October 12, 2008
10:00AM
Been a while since the last update...today it is 2 years since we left Vegas...and Mike had a "headache"...last year he was doing so well...Mike was swimming at the DAC and we both felt so thankful for each and everyday.  I remember saying that the summer of '07 was the best ever and I can honestly say the summer of '08 was the most painful ever!  I would like to thank those who reached out to me when they heard my father was not feeling well...My family was lucky enough to have Mike's surgeon Dr. Satish K. take care of him, quite comforting when you have a special bond with your doctor.  As far as the MBS Fund...it is set up with the hospital...donations are always welcome.  The money is being used for the research of "Hydrocephalus" ....the focus of Dr. Satish Krishnamurthy's lab.
"Hydrocephalus is a disorder of the brain resulting from accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricles." ...until next time...Evonne

Monday September 1, 2008
9:30AM
Looking back as I often do...can't believe it's September 1st...boys back to school this week...5 1/2 months without Mike...and 1 year ago we were returning on this day from Sheboygan, WI.  I had taken Mike to a "Schott"  family wedding...it was so special.  Which leads to the topic of this update...over the weekend the movie "The Bucket List" came up in conversation at the wedding reception of my cousin Eva...Eva had mentioned this movie and I know what the movie's about so there was no way I could see it.  Why watch a movie about two men dying... However, Eva said that I had "filled Mike's bucket".  Of course I wanted to see the movie now...I watched it last night and it really hit home.  My son Tom watched most of it with me....I didn't want him to but he had said that he had already seen it a short time after Mike died.  We both had a good cry...Mike's death has changed us all forever.  It's so difficult/painful to think of the last weeks of his life.  Instead I try to focus on the amazing relationship and love that we had for each other.   Mike's Bucket List was complete. He was happy and at peace...we did more in the time that he was sick than one could ever imagine!!  Mike would make a list at breakfast of things that we would do that day...and we would do our best to complete it.  So many special memories come to mind...I can just picture Mike making his list.  Now if he were to make an official bucket list it would look like this...these are some of the things we did after he was diagnosed.  
MBS Bucket List---COMPLETE
CA-HBC National Sales Mtg 2/07
Sheboygan Schott Wedding
NY trip with Barb, Jake, Donna, Rod Thomas and Mike G.
New York-visit Dottie twice
Bob G. NY  dinner 
Hughes- surprise party in OH
San Francisco-favorite city-(gave speech about Avastin)
Atlantis/Bahamas
Bahr Harbor
Las Vegas-Tom Jones
Harvard Reunion
Spending time with family and friends....so glad that we had the 2 parties...Mike was doing so well at the time of both events and it's so very comforting to me knowing how happy he was!  Mike had an amazing life and I remember one of our many conversations....he would say that he had no regrets about anything...and he lived a very full life and was prepared to die.... the only exception is he may not be there for me in the future.  Little did he know I would be forever changed because of him...until next time...Evonne

Thursday August 21, 2008
1:30PM
Today is our wedding anniversary...Someone had said this has to be an especially tough day...my initial reaction was, no not really....all days are difficult/tough.  Right now it's best to just focus on only positive memories and the people in my life with what Mike and I used to call a "pure heart".  Trying to also focus on Sam and Tom.  I took the boys along with my good friend Linda and her son Chris to The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame yesterday in Cleveland.  Really neat to see...We ended up having dinner with Hughes Norton...one of Mike's closest friends who lives in OH.  Really special to see Hughes and Rod Thomas this week.  Feel extremely lucky to be surrounded by such loyal/true friends and family. There is so much truth to the saying "you really know who can count on when your down".  There have been many pleasant surprises.  On this day I think of the last weeks of Mike's life and our conversations...his responses minimal but understood and the promises I made to him....my heart is broken but filled with the love we had for each other....off to see "my guy"...only now it's at the cemetery........until next time...Evonne



Monday August 18, 2008
6:30PM
As today marks 21 weeks without Mike and Thursday is our wedding anniversary I 
am reminded of the constant emptiness that I feel.....next come the reminders of 
the friendships that Mike made during his lifetime.
I had a wonderful visit with a dear friend of Mike's today...Rod Thomas who lives in Kentucky was 
driving through Detroit with another dear friend Sue...we had an emotional 2 
hour visit.  As they left I knew Mike was smiling down on us....happy and proud 
to know his friends are so loyal!
That leads me to another group of men that Mike had worked with.  Ted Cook and 
his wife Brenda participated in the American Cancer Society's "Relay For Life" 
in Atlanta.  Ted is a Region Manager for HBC.
The following is from an email from Ted:
"A couple of months ago, my wife, Brenda, participated in an American Cancer 
Society Relay For Life Event.  Brenda was particularly driven to excel in 
raising money for this event because our family and friends have suffered 
greatly in the last two years from cancer-related deaths and struggles.  Brenda 
also knew Mike, having met him on a company Hawaii trip when I was still with 
our Atlanta distributor.  Mike always remembered Brenda by name and often asked 
how she was doing.
Brenda raised the second highest dollar amount for an individual in our county-wide program, well over 
$1200.00.  Over $400.00 of that total came from the members of our DSD team 
copied on this e-mail, donated in honor of Mike Schott.  We made our Mike 
donations in $100 increments so that we could get torches bearing the name of 
the honored that would be lit the night of the walk. We got 3 in memory of Mike 
and 1 in honor of you, Evonne, for your steadfast support of Mike in his time of 
need. To personalize her fight to raise money, Brenda made cancer awareness 
ribbons, color-coded for the particular cancers, and put the name of each person 
she accepted donations for on the appropriate colored ribbon. "

As I told Ted in an email I was "deeply honored and touched" by this gesture.  
The picture below is of the name plaques that were on the torches.
Many thanks to all who participated in this event to help with the dreadful 
fight against ALL cancer....until next time...Evonne


Tuesday August 5, 2008
8:30AM
Thinking of Mike's sister Barb...as today marks the 1 year anniversary of her husband Jack's sudden death.  I will never forget the morning he passed away and the phone call I had that awful morning with Barb and her son Aaron.  Looking at the picture of the 4 of us....can't even believe that we have both lost the love's of our lives.  At least we know Jack and Mike are together watching over us....and I am so thankful that I have Barb in my life....until next time...Evonne

Mike and I with Barb and Jack Boyd
Thursday July 24, 2008
11:00PM
Mike...miss you more than ever as today marks the 4 month anniversary of your leaving and moving on to the place of eternal rest without pain.  I am so happy that you are not suffering and only hope that in time I can accept the fact that you are not here...until next time....Evonne....
(your best friend and soul-mate)

Wednesday July 23, 2008
1:00PM
Live as if you were to die tomorrow.
Learn as if you were to live forever.
                                      -Gandhi


Tuesday July 15, 2008
9:00AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Mark (Mike's youngest),  Rosie (my niece), and my Uncle Joe!!! One year ago we had our big summer party. Celebrating Mike's life with family and friends.  Looking back at pictures and remembering the joy everyone brought to Mike that weekend brings such mixed emotions.  We were planning to have the party again this summer....this weekend..:( and you know the rest....Hope you are enjoying the music...just a few songs, each with their own special meaning to Mike and I.
...missing my guy more than ever...until next time...Evonne


Tuesday July 8, 2008
9:00AM
Congratulations to Katie Quasius and Chip Bongers on their wedding over the weekend in Sheboygan, WI.  Katie is the daughter of Mike's first cousins Cathy and Dave Quasius.  Thanks for understanding why it was just to difficult for me to attend.  I wish you both much love and happiness.  So glad Mike and I were able to spend time with the Sheboygan Schotts last fall.  The Quarry was one of his favorite places.  What an impressive place to have the ceremony.  So thankful to those who have been so supportive to me during this sad, sad reality.  This quote was in an email received the other day...
"I BELIEVE....THAT SOMETHING IN AN INSTANT WILL GIVE YOU HEARTACHE FOR LIFE" .
My best to all...until next time...Evonne



Thursday June 26, 2008
11:30AM
As difficult as it was...I am so happy that I attended the VIP Reception for the "Shoot for a Cure" event.  In November there is the "16th Annual Shoot for a Cure" dinner @ the Andiamo Italia Banquet Center in Warren, MI.  (It  was so incredible to be a part of it last year...especially since Mike had been doing so well.)   The event last night consisted of research lab tours for the Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute.  The Hermelin Brain Tumor Center is an important component of Henry Ford.  We were able to tour the labs and speak with the doctors in charge of their particular lab.  Short presentations were given in each lab. Amazing and informative.
Mike's doctor...Dr. Satish Krishnamurthy's research is my focus for the Michael B. Schott Fund...he has his own lab and I will post the proposal as soon as I have it.  I am so looking forward to helping with this cause.  When Mike and I went to this event last year we were both so impressed with the Center.  I can not think of any better way to honor Mike then to continue with our plan of helping in some way...until next time...Evonne

Tuesday June 24, 2008
10:30AM
One year ago Mike swam 20 laps...2 years ago we were returning from 10 days in Paris/Rome...and so on.  Now it's 3 months today since Mike is no longer with us.  Anyone that has faced anything as devastating as this will surely agree that it does indeed get worse and I always think how can it get better??  Speaking with someone last week who had suffered a double tragedy over 20 years ago.... the loss of his wife & son within 2 years...with tears in his eyes told me that it does get better but never gets easier.  The boys and I went to the Detroit Fireworks last night...huge event and we were able to watch from the roof top of Cobo Arena.  Lots of things for the kids to do.  Below are a few pictures from last night. Kids were getting temporary tattoos and my boys are a bit old for some of the pictures offered...so my son Tom suggested Mike's initials along with the day he died...Sammy, Tommy and Chris (friend and Mike's ice cream buddy) all had this done. The guy doing the artwork asked if this "MBS 3-24-08" was a code, because they all did it.  Tommy said.."no, it's for my step-dad, Michael Bennett Schott, he was a really special man and he died."  I worry so much about the boys and their heavy hearts with the loss of Mike and then I'm so thankful that the impact/influence that Mike had on their lives will make them better men. Just as I worry about Mike's kids, hoping in time it won't be so painful for all of us.  
I'm invited to a Behind-the-Scenes Lab Tour of the Henry Ford Hermelin Brain Tumor Center tomorrow evening.  It will be most difficult to attend, last year Mike and I went together and he was doing so well.  Now my focus is still on Mike but in a different way, now his memory...until next time...Evonne.........missing you Michael B... more than ever

In Honor of Mike...(not a real tattoo!)
Detroit Red Wings-Stanley Cup
Wednesday June 18, 2008
10:45PM
peace.
it does not mean to be in a place
where there is no noise, trouble
or hard work.  it means to be in
the midst of those things and still
be calm in your heart.
                    (unknown)



If God brings you to it,

He will bring you through it.

Happy moments, praise God. 

Difficult moments, seek God. 

Quiet moments, worship God. 

Painful moments, trust God. 

Every moment, thank God. 


 


Sunday June 15, 2008
10:00AM
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY MIKE!!! Oh, how I wish you were here...what a wonderful father you were- not only to Kyle, John, Maggie, Leslie and Mark...but I couldn't have asked for a better step-father for my sons Sam and Tom. You are missed more than ever and the loss that is felt every moment of everyday is only getting stronger.  Wishing my DAD a Happy Father's Day and looking forward to spending the day with him, but first off to the cemetery to visit Mike.  Decided I needed to see Mike's sister Barb, we have become so close.  On Friday I went to Florida for the night to have dinner with Barb, her son Aaron, his wife Anna and their son Austin.  Was so good to spend some time with her and her family.  So many memories shared along with endless tears...until next time...Evonne

Having lunch in Florida
Barb, Austin and I
Christmas Day 2007-- Happy Father's Day Mike
Christmas morning 2007--we all miss you...
Holiday Party with Craig and Linda, December 2007
Thursday June 12, 2008
9:00PM
Looking at this picture above if someone told me at this party that Mike would be gone in less than 3 months I would have said they were absolutely crazy!  

Tuesday June 10, 2008
10:15AM
Hard to believe and painful to think about one year ago this week...Mike swam for the first time.  I think it was one of the happiest days for both of us!!  Through this whole ordeal he never complained...both of us trying to always stay so focused and positive.  

I received a copy of Dr. Satish Krishnamurthy's research project.  His lab is at Henry Ford Hospital...part of the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center.  Dr. Satish was Mike's surgeon who also operates out of Beaumont Hospital.  The editing department at HFH is working on a draft that I can post on the web-site....until next time...Evonne

Thursday  June 5, 2008
5:00PM
Hope this finds everyone well.  Unfortunately nothing new to report as of yet on the MBS Fund.  I have run into a few people this week who have not heard Mike had passed away.  I know the look on my face when the question is asked gives the answer without me having to say a word. Someone said that they thought the time was going pretty fast since March 24....I may have to disagree with that.   There have been days that feel like weeks and hours that could pass for days.  Now looking back over the last 2 1/2 months I think I'm still in shock.  I find myself going to the cemetery at least once a week...just got back from going there today.  I am so thankful that I have my sons Sam and Tom...and with summer here and school getting out next week we will try and stay busy together!  Really difficult opening the pool...almost didn't do it...the boys said Mike would want us to, so of course it is open!  Congratulations to Alison (John's girlfriend) on her graduation from law school!... ...until next time...Evonne

Michael B. Schott Fund
c/o Hermelin Brain Tumor Center
Susan H. Foley 
1 Ford Place, 5A
Detroit, MI  48202

Thursday May 22, 2008
9:00AM
Waiting for information from the hospital regarding the possibility of having a Research Center/Lab in honor of Michael B. Schott.
This would be the most fitting tribute in his name.  Once I receive some of the details I will post the information.  What a week...with the news of Ted Kennedy and his diagnosis of a brain tumor and all of the media attention to treatments.... survival details it is so painful to listen to.  Our family knows exactly how the Kennedy family is feeling about now....they just have no idea what they are in for!  Watching American Idol was a family favorite in our home.  Oh, how Mike would have enjoyed the show last night.  We shared a passion for music, tough watching without him.  My son Sam had Mike hooked on a song that was performed on Idol...OneRepublic..."APOLOGIZE".  When the band came on and sang this song the boys and I just looked at each other and smiled and tried to hold back the tears..."Last Dance" with Donna Summer another MBS favorite...can still picture Mike's sister Barb dancing to it the night before our wedding...such great memories...until next time...Evonne

Friday May 9, 2008
10:00AM
Been a while since the last update...the reality is beginning to set in.  I have decided that I have what I call "the 3 minute limit". When I am talking with someone and the question comes up..."how are you doing?",  I never know how to answer, so I can talk for about 3 minutes and then the voice starts to crack and the tears flow and the answer is obvious.  I am so thankful I have my 2 sons, don't know what I would do without them.  We find ourselves talking about Mike and saying to each other "what would Mike say/do?"  Mike's best-friend Hughes was in town yesterday and there was a group of us that went to dinner and on to the baseball game...of course Detroit was playing Boston.  It's always fun when my parents have dinner with us...there is always too much food and it feels good to be with people that understand how difficult the smallest tasks may be.  Sam and Tom love spending time with Uncle Hughes and Mike would be so happy to know his good friend is looking after us!
Meeting on Monday to discuss how the MBS FUND will be set-up.  Donations are always welcome and deeply appreciated!

Michael B. Schott Fund
c/o Hermelin Brain Tumor Center
Susan H. Foley 
1 Ford Place, 5A
Detroit, MI  48202

take care everyone...until next time...Evonne

Thursday, April 24, 2008
9:30PM
It's been one month today.....can't even believe that--you know the saying, "one day at a time"....for me it's been more like
"one hour at a time"....I MISS MY GUY .....all my love to you Michael B...love, Evonne Marie.

Friday April 18, 2008
10:00 AM
Great meeting with the Senior Development Officer for the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center on Wednesday.  The people I have met during the last 18 months are so passionate about what they do that it gives me a whole new perspective on the word "research".  Never really thought much about this...then Mike got sick and that's all I can think about now.  Looking forward to keeping Mike's memory/legacy alive through further research in any way possible!  Thursday was treatment day for Mike...so yesterday I decided it was time to visit some very special people that cared for Mike during his courageous battle.  The ladies in the office...from Andrea, Shemeeka, Claire, Heather, Jen, MaryAnn, Lisa, Dr. Margolis, Dr. Reid, Dr. Balaraman, Marcella, Leslie, Ramona, Debbie and anyone else I missed, thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you did not only for Mike but for myself and our family.  The compassion and care you show to all of your patients is truly genuine and beautiful....until next time...Evonne

Michael B. Schott Fund

Hermelin Brain Tumor Center
Susan H. Foley 
1 Ford Place, 5A
Detroit, MI  48202




Wednesday, April 16, 2008
8:30AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAGGIE...thinking of you all morning and knowing that your Dad would have called you to sing "the birthday song" to you already...xxoo Evonne

Meeting today regarding the MBS Fund...as always I will post updates as soon as I have them.  Amazed at the amount of donations coming in...THANK YOU everyone and  I am working on proper acknowledgements to all...until next time

Maggie and her Dad...Christmas '07
One of Mike's favorite picture's.
Monday April 14, 2008
7:30AM
Today is Mike's Birthday!  Happy Birthday Mike....I used to tell him every night as he went to bed that he was safe and loved. Now on his birthday I try and find comfort knowing that he truly is in a better "safe" place and loved now more than ever.  This is more painful than ever imagined....I am meeting this week to make final arrangements for the MBS Brain Tumor fund...all donations are greatly appreciated...details will follow.
I miss you Michael B., happy birthday, all my love...Evonne Marie

Friday April 11, 2008
7:30AM
It's a rainy-cool morning...As much as Mike loved the sunshine he also loved the rain.  He would always say that the rain was needed so we could enjoy the beauty outside.  Today I am off to the cemetery.  Have heard from so many old and new friends...there is so much truth to the saying...you really know who your friends are when your down. Looking through pictures as I often do I wanted to add this picture below.  This was the perfect day...a drive up-north to spend the week with Sam and Tom and the Bahr family.  Craig and Sam took Mike in the lake swimming,,,the boys went fishing.  Enjoying the simplest things...one of Mike's finest qualities...whether it was the St. James Club in Paris or the cottage in Bahr Harbor-- Mike Schott enjoyed life....until next time....Evonne

August '07...vacation up-north Bahr Harbor
Tuesday April 8, 2008
8:30AM
Just when you think you have heard all the stories of all the people that Mike has touched...I hear more.  The cards, emails and letters that are coming in are unbelievable.  Almost everyone has a special note on what Mike has meant to them.  His character, his courage and his spirit will live on.   I will never forget one of Mike's treatment days...it was every Thursday and I would sit across from him.  Mike would sit down and no matter who was next to him he would say..."Hi, I'm Mike Schott, what's your name?"  He could take the person that never spoke to anyone and one particular woman comes to mind...she was not feeling well and by the time Mike was done with her, she felt like the most beautiful woman and even smiled.  He just made everyone feel so special.  It's a beautiful morning...he would just love the sunshine. Thank you everyone for the donations coming in for the MBS Fund.  Working on the most appropriate use of the funds...until next time...Evonne

Saturday April 5, 2008
9:00PM
Working on the Michael B. Schott Fund...hope to have more details next week.  Finding it most difficult to concentrate on anything right now.  I am surrounded by people who care and understand and still have never felt more alone. The loss and emptiness I feel I can't put into words.  Went to the gym this morning...first time in 1 1/2 years...big mistake, very painful.  I find the simplest tasks so difficult right now.  Has anyone lost their spouse/best friend?  How do you get through this?  Even though Mike was sick for so long I still had the belief we could get through it...and the reality is that he is gone and not coming back and oh how I miss him...until next time...Evonne


Thursday, April 3, 2008
8:15AM
Had to stop and think of what month it is...This has been bothering me all week and I would like to express my sincerest apology to Dottie Henry, she is Mike's step-mother who lives in New York and she was not mentioned in Mike's death notice. This was not brought to my attention by anyone but me...Mike absolutely loved and adored Dottie and I'M SO SORRY that you were not given proper acknowledgement.  

Words will never be able to express the emptiness that I feel and I'm trying to focus on the wonderful memories that I have. Was in the local drugstore yesterday and a song came on that was one of our "fun" favorite workout songs...I almost couldn't breathe...so it's difficult to focus on just about anything right now...until next time...Evonne
Dottie (& Henry) & Mike in NYC October 2007
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
8:30AM
Trying to figure out the "new" normal...before Mike got sick it was working full-time, teaching my classes, taking care of my boys and living a very full life with my guy.  It all changed in October '06, my "new" normal began the moment we walked in the hospital...there was never any doubt about what had to be done, it was to be there to protect him and make sure he had the absolute best of everything.  Sitting here this morning thinking about life and feeling Mike's presence all around me and wondering what the word "normal" means.  I am completely overwhelmed with the love and support from everyone...until next time...Evonne


Document
Mike Schott
Document
Mike's Eulogy written with love by John Schott
Sunday March 30, 2008
9:30PM
Long painful day...still trying to accept what has happened.  Good news is that I am surrounded by friends and family.  Had a very nice dinner tonight with Linda and Craig....Mike's kids all came over their home for a visit .  Barb is still in town and I will miss her when she leaves tomorrow.  Thinking about my guy ALL day everyday, even catch myself talking to him...until next time...Evonne

Saturday March 29, 2008
8:12AM
It's been 5 days & 3 hours since Mike's suffering ended...and for me life will be one day at a time...
I must admit up until the beginning of February we were living life, always a little slower pace but it didn't stop us.  I would always tell him...we can sit home and cry/feel sorry for ourselves or go out and live.  So we did...there was nothing I wouldn't do for him.  The most difficult part of this entire situation is that no matter how hard you try, the best doctors, the 24/7 care I gave him, Mike's determination to do whatever he had to do, diet, exercise...when the tumor came back there was no stopping it...Mike was tired and as I said at the service yesterday I told him it was "OK" to be tired and he didn't have to fight anymore.....THE HARDEST WORDS I HAVE EVER SPOKEN.  I will always cherish and hold closest to my heart that I was holding him as he took his last breath.  From what I heard it was another miracle...he waited for me. Mike's Memorial Service yesterday was beautiful.  Mike's son John and Jake (Mike's brother) shared memories and brought many to tears.  I tried to speak and was at a loss for words...I know hard to believe...:)   Having Pastor Butcher there was most appropriate...Mike and I have a strong bond with him, not only as our Pastor but proud to call him our friend.  Just looking at him brings on a feeling of peace.  Sam and Tom have found great comfort with him and I hope Mike's kids will do the same if needed.   Sincere thanks to everyone (some traveling a great distance) for the love, support and strength during this most difficult time for our family.  When I started this web-site last September '07 it was to provide information on Mike's battle.  I will continue this site in his honor to provide information on the Michael B. Schott Brain Tumor Fund that we are working on now...details to follow....until next time...Evonne

Friday, March 28, 2008
7:15AM

Can't sleep, can't eat and not ready to say good-bye.........wanted to share this...it was sent to me last week....

"I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.
I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough "Hello's" to get through the final "Good-Bye."
- Anonymous

Thursday, March 27, 2008
11:50PM
What a tough, tough day.  Mike, how I miss you so...all my love...Evonne Marie

Thursday, March 27, 2008
9:00AM
Sitting here in Mike's pajamas......
Mike would be so very proud of his sons John and Mark...they came over last night after the funeral home to help comfort Sam and Tom.  As Tommy said I know he was your dad...but I loved him too!  I didn't have the heart to tell my boys while they were on vacation with their dad...or bring them home early.  Mike would have wanted it this way.  Having them home now is what I desperately need.  Sam and Tom had a very special relationship with Mike and the love they shared  will help them get through this.  Having Barb here with me is good for both of us....after she lost her husband Jack suddenly last August, this just doesn't seem fair as her heart is broken again.  Thinking about last night and seeing Sue who did Mike's nails every week or the nurses that came up, or Sam's hockey coach...wow another one of those lists that could go on and on.  One thing for sure MIKE SCHOTT was a gentleman and I can't think of anyone that would argue that.  Maggie's friends all came in town, Mike always said she had a beautiful group of friends and they are here for her now.  Yesterday was very difficult and I know there will be many more difficult days to come not only for me but for many...until next time....Evonne

Thursday, March 27, 2008
12:30 AM
First day done....only 2 more to go...so painful....my sons Sam and Tom finally came home from Mexico tonight...so difficult to tell someone news that will change their lives forever......Evonne  


Wednesday, March 26, 2008
8:30AM
As I write this I'm sitting in the front office of our home...listening to some of our favorite music with the sun shining so brightly through the windows...thinking about my guy and how much we enjoyed the simplest things...as long as we were together.  Made myself walk into our Starbucks yesterday...I as so overwhelmed with the emotions displayed by Connie who works there...she has known us for years....Just when you think you can't cry anymore it starts all over again...
I WILL MISS MY GUY, MY BEST FRIEND AND THE LOVE OF MY LIFE FOR THE REST OF MINE..
I LOVE YOU MICHAEL B. WITH ALL MY HEART....EVONNE MARIE


Locations Map

Very special thank you to Dave Minnick for putting this together for me...still displaying the fine qualities that MBS saw in you years ago....

Luncheon following Memorial Service on Friday, March 28....map attached
Lakeland Banquet & Event Centre
21801 East Nine Mile 
St. Clair Shores, MI  48080
586-772-0450
lakelandmanor.com



Tuesday, March 25, 2008
12:30 AM
A bit overwhelmed right now...so much to do and not thinking about what has really happened......the reality of this mornings events has not set in....

The following arrangements for Mike have been made...
Wednesday- March 26, 2008
4:00PM-9:00PM
Thursday-March 27, 2008
1:00PM-9:00PM
Friday-March 28, 2008
Visitation at 10:00AM
Memorial Service at 11:00AM....(luncheon details to follow....)
Verheyden Funeral Home
16300 Mack Ave.
Grosse Pointe Park, MI  48230
313-881-8500

Donations can be made in honor of Mike to the:
Hermelin Brain Tumor Center
Henry Ford Health System
2799 West Grand Blvd.
Suite E&R3094
Detroit, MI  48202
313-916-1756

Thank you for the amazing support in this most difficult time....Evonne

MONDAY  MARCH 24, 2008  8:45AM
This morning I lost my best friend....and Kyle, John, Maggie, Leslie and Mark lost their father...Sam and Tom lost their step-father...Barb and Jake lost their brother and the list goes on.......Mike is in a much better place than I am......it was so very peaceful for him.
My heart is broken but filled with the love we had for each other.......
details regarding services will be posted soon.....Evonne Schott and Mike's kids



Sunday, March 23, 2008
6:00PM
Sitting in the hospital room with all of Mike's kids today...just waiting...It's very comforting just being here with him, knowing he is not in any pain and is very aware that we are all here with him and that those who are not are all thinking of him and our families...until next time...Evonne and Maggie

Sunday, March 23, 2008
4:00AM  Easter Morning
Heading back to the hospital....already feel as though I'm running late.  Just need to be there NOW.  Waiting for his pain to end and the beginning of a deeper pain to begin, not only for me but for Kyle, John, Maggie, Leslie, Mark, his sister Barb, Sam, Tom, my large family, Linda, Craig, Colleen, Eric, ( I read Mike the note from Noah and Rosemary)  Alison, Hughes (mendy), Rod....Jake his brother and his family...Jake Jr and Kate who are in town now...wow...I could go on and on and on.......
Michael Bennett Schott has touched the lives of so many...until the next time...Evonne

Saturday, March 22, 2008
12:10AM
Today is my son Sam's 16th birthday......thinking of the day he was born, 2 months early and only 3 lbs...I look at him today and remember thinking how will I get through this???  Now 16 years later I look at Mike and wonder how will I get through this? Words cannot describe the loss I already feel...not to mention the pain.  As I watch close friends and family visit these past 2 days there are feelings that words will never be able to describe/express. Decisions need to be made as Mike is still in ICU and I need to make arrangements for the next step.  Many thanks for the kind emails and postings on the web-site...until next time...Evonne

Friday, March 21, 2008
12:20AM
My heart is breaking as Mike is getting weaker.....please pray for strength not only for Mike, but for me and our families.
until next time.... a very sad wife....Evonne

Thursday, March 20, 2008
7:00AM
Looking back over the past 4 weeks, I never would have dreamed that Mike would still be in ICU this morning.  I'm off to the hospital, was to tired last night to even think straight to post an update.  Sometimes I'm beside myself with what to say.  The events Tuesday morning were awful to say the least.  I have purposely kept that situation close to home.  Once again Mike has pulled through and hoping I can share something a bit more positive tonight.  I'm incredibly overwhelmed with the support....there are those I will never look at the same again.  Mike had a surprise visit yesterday from Heather...the prettiest oncology nurse with a heart to match...the ladies that have taken care of Mike for the past 1 1/2 years were concerned so Heather came to visit....huge hospital and I would take Mike to another building on the other side for treatment...so thank you to everyone at Dr. Margolis's office for thinking of us.....thanks Alison for sending the pictures to John of Leslie and Maggie....until next time,,,Evonne


MBS...on the phone with his lap top...even in Hawaii
Maggie with her dad!
Leslie and dad!
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
10:15PM
Had to really stop and think what day it is...TOUGH, TOUGH day.  Still in ICU...seems as though Mike has one good day and a set-back the next.  Will keep this very simple tonight as I'm emotionally and physically drained, asking for prayers to get through this brutal situation....until next time...Evonne

Monday, March 17, 2008
11:40PM
These late night updates are tough...I'm doing my best to keep everyone up to speed.  Mike had the procedure today for the other feeding tube...it went well, but he slept most of the day.  He looked really good to me tonight!  I am ever so thankful for my family...my mom was with John (Mike's son from Boston) and I during the procedure and my boys had dinner with Aunt Mary and Uncle Tom tonight...feel so lucky that my boys have my family so close to help them.  Whether it's Aunt Michelle and Uncle Eric taking one to hockey or Aunt Rene' with carpool...it's so comforting that they know they are with people that love them and who they want to be with.  Going to Telly's (restaurant near our home) with Grandma and Poppy is also fun on a Saturday night.  I mention this because it is the support that is given to me by my family and friends that allows me to be there for Mike.  It is so comforting to me that my sons understand what true love is, and the sacrifices one makes...lesson's in life that are priceless.  As I type this tonight it is really to give thanks to those who support me to help Mike get stronger...as it has been said... "it takes a village..."...until next time...Evonne

Sunday, March 16, 2008
11:15PM
Have you ever had a day that was just there???  Today was one of those days for us.  Just waiting for something to happen...Mike is so weak.  He had great difficulty with the feeding tube.  Tomorrow the doctors will try another method to insert the tube.  This evening facing some very major decisions...rehab...or home with 24hr care...really need to think about what will be best for Mike and no one else.  Coming home this evening to my sons Sam and Tom who could not wait to take care of me...such a wonderful way to end the day.  Surprise visits today from my brother Tom and his son Ronnie (who Mike absolutely loves) friends Carolyn and Pete Franklin...my parents and more surprise's from good friends Linda and Colleen (Mike's girlfriends...LOL-- actually my 2 closest friends that Mike has beautiful relationships with).  I will miss Jessica, one of my favorite ICU nurses who has been with Mike the last 4 days...hopefully he will be out of ICU before her next shift on Thursday....anyone who has a daughter would be proud to have Jess as a daughter..age 22 and I'm so impressed with her...
I must admit the Beaumont 5 EAST ICU has an amazing team of nurse's and nurse tech's...all of which are not only quailified  but compassionate.  Until next time...Evonne


Sunday, March 16, 2008
12:15AM
Updates are becoming a bit of a challenge....it would be impossible to recap all that goes on in a day.  Today was not one of Mike's better days...it seems as though he has one good day and a weaker day follows.  This is beyond me...trying to stay focused and make small goals for each day.  As I have asked before, please pray for strength for Mike.  With the little bit of energy he has, tonight he asked me how my back was and told me he loved me.  He is breaking my heart and words will never be able to express this part of the journey.   His son John came back into town today from Boston.  Our good friend Colleen also came up for a visit.  Visit's like these remind me how much Mike is loved and how many people care for him.  
Spend lots of time playing music in the room...next time you hear "Queen's song...My Best Friend"  think of us... Until next time...Evonne

Friday, March 14, 2008
11:15PM
Once again I'm facing difficult decisions...Mike is finally a bit stronger, but not really ready for the rehab unit.  I'm thinking I'm going to bring him home Monday or Tuesday...of course with the doctors permission.  In my heart I feel he will regain his strength at home...if you have ever dealt with this type of situation with a loved one I'm sure you'll understand.  There are no secrets...Mike needs to be strong to re-start his treatment and he needs to do this as soon as possible.  The other night I asked everyone to pray for him to get stronger...again that is my only request....strength to have the ability to get to the next level... until next time...Evonne

Thursday, March 13, 2008
11:30PM
After reaction to my last posting it was obvious to many that Mike was hurting...and as difficult as the truth may be, it's the reality of the situation. Mike needs to get strong which means he needs to eat to regain his strength to fight the good fight. Didn't know what I would face this morning at the hospital...after walking in and Mike telling me his legs hurt, as bad as I felt for him....it was wonderful for him to tell me what hurt.  Mike is finally waking up...he has been through more than anyone will ever know and is determined to do what is needed.  His brother Jake drove in from Ohio for a quick visit today...what nice surprise.   Mike's oldest...Kyle was is in from Chicago and left today...My mom brought my son's Sam and Tom to the hospital for a short visit after school today.  Mike is truly loved by so many...and next to my boys, he is the best thing that ever happened to me!  NEVER giving up hope....until next time...Evonne



Wednesday, March 12, 2008
10:30PM
Words can not describe what I'm feeling this evening...will keep this short and simple...please pray for Mike to regain his much needed strength....until next time....Evonne 

Monday, March 10, 2008
11:10PM
Wish I had some really exciting news today...I am again reminded of the long road ahead.  Mike has had little or no appetite and as a last resort today a feeding tube was temporarily inserted.  Another one of those difficult decisions, but when you have tried everything and nothing works, I know in my heart there was no other choice and this had to be done.  Mike is still in ICU and all things considered looks good.  He is the best looking patient on the floor...:)  all of the nurses love him!  Must keep it light and with a bit of laughter...this is the most difficult time for both of us...Hoping to move to the rehab unit soon...until next time...Evonne

Saturday, March 8, 2008
10:00PM
What a difference a day makes...Mike is still VERY weak but doing better. He is still in ICU and is battling 2 infections and has a few 'fixable complications".  Still feel really positive about his recovery, know one knows better than me the road ahead...Mike is tough and so am I.  We had a wonderful visit with Pastor Butcher yesterday. He married us and is the one that helped me when I was falling apart when this all started almost 1 1/2 years ago.  I wish everyone could spend one hour with this man, he helped me understand the true meaning of the word '"miracle".  I have heard from a few that were trying to reach Mike on his old Hansen's number...he has a new cell #...313-587-7773.  I check his voice mail frequently and you can also call me at 313-433-9260.  Thank you for some very personal emails...I am deeply touched.  Until next time...Evonne

Saturday, March 8, 2008
7:00AM
Change in plans...after much thought it has been decided that Mike will go directly to the rehab unit instead of coming home. Difficult decision, but absolutely the right one.  Few minor set-backs yesterday that needed attention from the ICU was all I needed as a gentle reminder that this is what is best for him.  Looking forward to Spring and some warmer weather...until next time...Evonne

Thursday, March 6, 2008
10:45PM
Pretty good day today...there is something to be said about being in the hospital in ICU for this long...it can even make the most positive person negative...one of Mike's favorite sayings..."attitude is everything"...so maybe coming home will speed up the healing process.  Going to see how he does over the weekend and I'm crazy enough to do this.  He wants to come home, so if I can do it I will bring him home as soon as possible.  He needs to get strong for rehab and laying in the hospital is not helping.  Need to get him stable and gaining some weight back.  Treatment will continue in about 3 weeks, so Mike needs to be ready for the next round....'cause I am...:) 
Today's Message of the Day is:
 
Life is short, Break the rules, Forgive quickly, Kiss slowly, Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile. 

Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we're here we should dance. 
Until next time...Evonne
 


Wednesday, March 5, 2008
10:15PM
Mike is still in ICU...really trying hard to get strong.  Today was a better day...Mike is struggling with his appetite and he enjoyed one of his favorite Starbuck's drinks that Sam & Tom brought him....that was a great sign.  My son Tom had a hockey tournament this past weekend in Cleveland, Ohio.  I was unable to go and his wonderful coach (Steve Walsh and wife Kathy) took him.  The reason I bring this up is Mike's brother Jake and his best friend Hughes (mendy) live just outside of Cleveland. How awesome is it that they along with Jake's wife Donna went to see my Tommy play in the tournament?  Silly as it may seem...I can never thank them enough for doing this.  It meant so much to Tom and my entire family...and for my 13 year old who love's Mike so much to understand why I couldn't be there.  Everyday I am amazed at the support...from my parent's who met me at the hospital on that awful night in October '06 and who haven't left our side, to the rest of my family and friends and of course Mike's family and friends. The countless dinners for my boys...(Aunt Mary, Grandma) so I don't have to leave the hospital...just overwhelming...carpools (Aunt Rene')...It really is the worst of times that makes you stop and think of what is really important...and the people who help you get through each day.  Thanks to everyone for your continued prayers...please don't stop...until next time...Evonne
p.s. Mike is trying to get Craig (friend) and Eric (brother-in-law) to get him out of the hospital and take him swimming!

Hughes, Donna Schott and Tom Cleveland Hockey Tournament 2/29/08
Monday, March 3, 2008
10:45PM
Another long, but better day...still in ICU.  Mike is finally coming out of it after 2 brain surgeries in one week.  This evening when I left he was not only talking to John (his son who has been in town the last 2 weeks) and I but he was also on the phone.  It was very encouraging to say the least.  It has been very special for Mike to have John around.  John will be on his way back to Boston and Alison tomorrow...we will both miss you.  I really don't think you truly appreciate what you have or how precious life is until you or someone close to you goes through something like this.  I thought I did....then Mike got sick...tonight he was rubbing my back and you would of thought he just went to Ahee's...LOL  (jewelry store). Seriously...I try and keep this awful situation light with a bit of humor along with reality.  I not only love my guy...but adore him.  Everyone knows how strong he is, but to watch what I have watched this past 1 year and 5+ months...he is my hero and I am so proud to be his wife...until next time...Evonne

Saturday, March 1, 2008
10:30PM
So much has happened in the last 2 day's...Mike had an unexpected surgery Friday.  His latest CT scan yesterday morning showed a considerable amount of fluid on the brain.  It was complicating matters to say the least...Surgery was performed at 4:30PM to insert a shunt to release the fluid. It was successful and of course Mike continues to amaze me. Quite a turn-a-round today. He is much more alert and doing better.  Words will never be able to describe how I feel about the people caring for Mike....from his brilliant surgeon (Dr. Satish Krishnamurthy), the nurses and the entire team surrounding us of family and friends....this is one battle you can not win alone. Life is precious and I will continue to appreciate each and everyday we have together.   Please continue to keep Mike in your prayers....until next time.... Evonne

Friday, February 29, 2008
7:00AM
Good Morning...Off to the hospital where Mike is still in ICU.  I wish I had something new to report.  Spent yesterday by his side hoping for a small change.  I try to remember this will take time and recall how weak he was when I brought him in for surgery. He was unable to walk and everything was a struggle.  So it will take longer to heal because of the condition he was in. As always keeping the faith....until next time....Evonne  

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
11:45PM
Today I am reminded of the long road ahead.  Don't get me wrong I am ever so thankful to have this opportunity.  It is most difficult to watch the one I love so deeply struggle.  I have always tried to keep these updates positive and realistic.  Mike is having trouble with his left side...he has random movement with his foot, but more is needed.  He is still in ICU and may be moved tomorrow.  Even though his MRI was good, treatment will continue in the next 4-6 weeks.  His team of doctors are putting together the best options for him.  I have always felt Mike is receiving the best possible care and I know in my heart the best choices will be made.  Until next time...Evonne

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
7:30AM
Good Morning....Mike is still in ICU...trying to get him a bit stronger before moving him to another unit.  Still struggling with the left side...hoping with time and therapy he will regain strength and movement.  He had a restful night.  One one the concerns as of now is wound healing....that is one of the side effects from all of his treatment.  So far his incision looks good! He has also started therapy in ICU.  Off to the hospital..till next time...Evonne

Monday, February 25, 2008
10:30PM
First of all, thank you to everyone once again for the continued support. Coming home to emails, phone messages and postings on the site is such an awesome feeling.  I love when there are even people lifting Mike up in prayer that don't even know him. Mike is still in ICU and doing well.  Could be moved out of the unit tomorrow.  On to the next stage which is rehab. Even though the road ahead will be long I will not ever complain...just so very thankful to have him here.  Of course he is very weak and needs physical therapy but the fact that he can still (very slowly) tell me he loves me and that he knows all of his kids have been here supporting him is very comforting.  Mike had an MRI yesterday...follow-up from surgery and it was GREAT.  Please know ALL of your messages have been read and are appreciated...I just am very slow responding!  Thinking about last week and the emotions leading up to Friday after Mike had been doing so well....and still can't talk about it without getting all teary eyed...all the best...Evonne 

Saturday, February 23, 2008
11:00PM
Another long day, but a good one!  Mike is starting to respond after his surgery yesterday.  Still feeling the joy of a dead tumor...it is still so very scary thinking of the problems it caused.  He spent most of the day sleeping, but was able to eat a bit, knew who everyone was and the best part was at 7:30 this evening he wiggled his toes on the left foot.  After his first surgery in October 2006 he lost the use of the left side of his body and to see bits of progress is the best!  Mike worked so hard to regain his strength the first time around.  Can't wait to open the pool and watch him swim again.   The Intensive Care Unit at Beaumont Hospital consists of the absolute best nursing has to offer.  As Pastor Butcher told me when this all started...there are miracles all around us...every time Mike has a complication I think of that statement and embrace the smallest steps.  The miracles this time around...doctors willing to operate so he wouldn't die...coming through surgery...the mass being a dead tumor and not a live one...(thanks for everyone's prayer's)...not having a stroke...knowing his family...moving his toes...I could go on and on.  Mike is one tough_____. Have a good evening everyone!
Evonne


Friday, February 22, 2008 
10:50PM

WHAT A DAY THIS HAS BEEN! Didn't want the day to end without a brief update...Surgery was not only successful but in my mind a miracle.  What was thought to be new tumor growth was actually dead tumor (size of a small orange) causing pressure on the brain.  The tumor was dying and had no place to go.  Mike again has challenges ahead and of course we will get through it.  The amazing amount of support we felt today is overwhelming.  There are so many people I can NEVER thank enough for what they have done for Mike and I and our extended families.  He is in ICU and is under the very best of care.  Until the next update..........all the best Evonne

Taking in the sun before surgery!
Thursday, February, 21, 2008

I can't even begin to express the emotions being felt this evening....today has been especially trying for more reasons than I would ever bother Mike with....As someone once said ...you get what you deserve...I will just leave it at that for now.  Surgery has been changed to 10:00AM tomorrow.  May God be with Mike and all of us that truly love him to see us thru this most difficult time.  We were lucky enough to get away this week for a bit of warm weather and re-group for this next round.  Will post an update as soon as I can.
Evonne

Friday, February 15, 2008

It has taken me all day to write this update...Finding the right words is most difficult at this time.  The results of Mike's MRI were very disappointing.  The tumor is growing and we have 2 options.  First is to do nothing....(which is NOT an option) or 2nd...to have another surgery!  The fact that the tumor is so aggressive brings on new challenges each day.  So as I type this I have spent most of the day on the phone scheduling his procedure.   SURGERY IS SET FOR FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22 @ 8:15AM at Beaumont Hospital.  As my 13 year old son Tom just said, "we are not done fighting".  Sometimes the hardest part of being the mom is wanting to protect the ones you love the most and not have to try and explain why this is happening when you don't even understand yourself.  Mike's doctors are very confident that they can go in and remove the tumor......as we have done all along we put our faith in God and the doctors!  Please keep Mike in your prayers as we continue this battle.
Evonne

Thursday February 14, 2008
Change in plans. MRI tonight at 8:00PM instead of next week!  Want to figure out exactly what's causing the pain in Mike's left leg.  I will have the results tomorrow and update the site as soon as I can. Thanks to such great family and friends for all that you do.... especially at night!
Happy Valentine's Day!   Evonne

Thursday
February 7, 2008
Thought I would post a brief update... Mike is holding his own this week.  His left leg is still very sore and his energy level is very low.  This is to be expected with the new treatment and the tumor being "a bit active".  At times hard to accept any type of set-back.... we will get through it as we have all long!   It is truly these times that we feel so lucky to have so many people in our corner!   Looking forward to going away next week and getting into some warm weather...all the best...Evonne and mbs


Las Vegas- January 25, 2008

Monday....January 28, 2008
To view the video interview click on the link below ......
"Drug Payment Problems"
http://www.wxyz.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoid=9059


Thursday Evening
January 24, 2008
What a day this has been...The results of Mike's MRI were in today. Just a bit disappointed in the results, but as always staying very positive!  Mike's team of doctor's had already met prior to our appointment today, discussing the next steps.  New treatment was awaiting his arrival today.  The Avastin is still working, but the chemo drug is not. Avastin works with cutting off the blood supply to the tumor and the chemo (CPT11) kills the cancer cells.  Starting today Mike's chemo has been changed to BCNU, which is approved for treating his type of brain tumor.  So the combination of Avastin and BCNU is the treatment for now.  I have already scheduled Mike's next MRI for February 21. No time to waste and I can't even begin to tell you how we feel about our doctors!  Dr. Jeff Margolis (oncologist) and Dr. Reid who works with Margolis along with Mike's surgeon from Henry Ford...Dr. Satish K. all met with us this morning.  When I feel as though I'm falling apart I can count on these men to tell be the truth and lift me up.  We are ready for the next round....as I always tell Mike..."you are so worth saving...you are my best friend"
Sincerely,
Evonne



Thursday Evening
January 24, 2008
from mbs...
Weekend plans to go to Las Vegas to see Tom Jones with Evonne's two very dearest of friends are still intact.  When we asked the doctors about traveling to Vegas...the doctors saw no reason whatsoever to cancel the trip.  So clearly we will continue to live our lives.  
Thank you everyone for your continued prayers and best wishes.
Mike Schott


CHANGE IN DAY AND TIME FOR THE  TV INTERVIEW
FRIDAY January 25, 2008
CHANNEL 7 @ 11:00 PM in Detroit

Genentech is the company that make's AVASTIN!

Granite, Genentech make Fortune's best places to work

Wednesday January 23, 12:40 pm ET

Two California companies with significant Greater Sacramento presence have made Fortune magazine's list of 100 Best Companies for employees.

South San Francisco-based Genentech Inc., which has a plant in Vacaville and is building a research center in Dixon, was ranked the No. 5 Best Company to Work for. Fortune cited the company's goal of curing cancer, a fun atmosphere and shareholding employees as reasons the company ranked so well. The company has 8,121 U.S. employees.


 
Tuesday
January 22, 2008
Channel 7 just interviewed Mike and I. The story is to be on the 5:00 PM news tomorrow.  We were able to talk about the success Mike is having using Avastin...which is considered to be "experimental"  because it is not FDA approved for brain tumors and is not covered by insurance companies. Avastin is currently being used in over 300 clinical trials for about 25 different types of cancer.

Thursday
January 17, 2008

Mike's next MRI is scheduled for MONDAY -January 21 @ 6:30 AM!!
Will post the results as soon as they come in.  Please keep Mike in your thoughts and prayers!
Evonne

Monday
January 14, 2008
Last week was a bit hectic around here...Mike's leg has been bothering him.  After treatment on Thursday I took him for an ultra-sound of his leg.  It confirmed what the doctors had thought...new blood clots have developed.  Mike was put on a very low dose of a blood thinner.  Lucky me---I have to give him 2 shots a day in his thigh.  Last words from the doctor...be careful to not cut yourself.  Saturday Mike had an accident that put him in the hospital overnight.  He fell and cut his nose...looks as though he was in a fight!   Good news with the scans...there was no internal damage done.    Mike and I are planning a couple of quick trips, can't and won't complain.  We feel very lucky especially after this weekend.   Can't even believe we have been battling this for 1 year and 14 weeks...
Thanks for  the continued support we feel daily.




Sharing one of my favorite pictures of my guy!
HAPPY NEW YEAR !!
Christmas 2007
Saturday
December 29, 2007

Been a while since our last posting.....but with the Holiday rush and trying to keep up....I'm sure everyone understands.  Evonne and I were interviewed by WWJ 950 AM radio yesterday and it will air starting Sunday-- running thru Monday...New Year's Eve.   As the program director for the station stated they were looking for a "feel good" story heading into the New Year.  Hard to imagine that one year ago I was in so much pain and unsure of the future.  Today I feel so fulfilled and am more confident than ever that we can really continue to beat this tumor and continue to enjoy the quality of life that Avastin has provided to me.
Looking forward celebrating New Year's with close friends. 
Our best wishes for a safe and healthy 2008!!
all the best...Mike and Evonne

Sunday
December 16, 2007

What a week this has been!  Our trip to San Francisco was a huge success.  From meeting with the top research scientist/oncologist's and "NAPO"  the inventor of Avastin, and having breakfast at our favorite restaurant...who could ask for more?  Members of the Avastin Team were great hosts and really appreciated our traveling to San Francisco to tell of our success with Avastin.   Our visiting and interacting with so many members of the team brought home another level of reality to all those involved in this battle with cancer.  

Thank you Genentech and we hope we can play an evener bigger role in the future to help raise awareness in the fight against all types of cancer. 

all the best...Mike and Evonne


On our way to San Francisco for Avastin Meeting
Mama's Restaurant....... Mike's favorite
Sam, Tom and Maggie...SOS in China Town
Friday
December 7, 2007

EXCITING NEWS... Evonne and myself have been invited to attend the "Avastin All-Hands" meeting next week in San Francisco.  This is our chance to tell "our story".  Avastin has changed my life.  My local oncologist has said my recovery has been nothing short of a miracle.  This is obviously quite exciting and we will keep you posted with the details once we return. The meeting will consist of the inventor of Avastin and their top research oncologists and the entire "Avastin" team.  One of the concerns with Avastin is that it is not approved by the FDA and this will give us a better/quicker chance to show the major advancements that can be made with this drug.
all the best...mbs

Evonne and Mike Holiday Party
Barb and Mike 12/1/07
Evonne's Family
Schott Family
Wednesday
November 28, 2007

Good Morning....I'm hoping that everyone's Thanksgiving was as good as ours.  All of my children were able to make it back to Detroit and there were numerous opportunities to be together and give thanks to the Lord for His bountiful gifts.  Am hoping that this weekends Holiday Party will provide further opportunities for friends and family to gather in the spirit of the Holiday Season.

all the best...mbs


So much to be Thankful for!!!!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thursday
November 15, 2007

MRI RESULTS.... Today Mike and I couldn't have hoped for better news!
His tumor is still dying.  The MRI is  showing  "death of tumor cells".  I keep saying if you don't believe in miracles you need to take a look at Mike.  We are completely overwhelmed with emotions right now.  I have always felt that Mike would beat this and to have it confirmed by this latest MRI is more than we could have imagined.  We are both so thankful for our support group of family and friends.  In the darkest days we were never alone!  The question often asked  "how much longer is treatment?"...
My response is with a smile..."forever".  This may be something that we have to deal with...and that is not a problem.  Mike has said he will do whatever he has to...and he has.   So the routine continues...swimming....exercising.....enjoying life with the people that matter the most!
Enjoy the rest of the day...I know we will!!!    
Thank you to all for the unbelievable support!






Mike, Evonne and Bob in NYC
Mike and Jake
Wednesday
November 7, 2007


Good Morning,
Mike's next MRI is Monday November 12 @ 12:00pm.  I have never looked forward to an MRI as much as this one.  Mike is doing so well...he continues to amaze me.  Swimming, exercising and living/enjoying each day are truly gifts.  Mike was sorry he was not able to attend the NAC's Convention in Atlanta this
week to visit with his group of friends that he has accumulated over the past 30 years.  He has a new cell # 313-587-7773 and email address...
schott21@aol.com or evonnest@comcast.net.
Evonne

Tuesday
October 30, 2007

Still celebrating family and friends...in NYC this weekend.  Next MRI in a few weeks...doctors not in a hurry. Off to swim this morning at the DAC...Working out in our home gym on the days I'm not swimming,,, has been a mental boost to work out/exercise muscles that have not been used since my battle began.  Had the opportunity to take a tour of the Henry Ford Brain Tumor Research Lab last week.  Feel very confident that with Beaumont Hospital and Henry Ford Hosp., I'm on a winning team....all the best...mbs

Lunch w/Barb, Jake. Donna, Rod, Michael, Evonne and MBS in NYC!!!
My Sister Barb and Evonne
Rod and Mike
"Retired...and Loving It" It's casual Friday everyday!
Tuesday
October 23, 2007


It's now official...after 30 years in the beverage sales and distribution business I am retiring.  Evonne and I want to focus our time and energy on getting stronger and helping others who may be battling this life threatening tumor.


22-Oct-2007

Change in Directors or Principal Officers


Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On October 17, 2007, Hansen Natural Corporation (the "Company"), and its direct wholly owned subsidiary, Hansen Beverage Company ("HBC"), entered into an agreement with Michael B. Schott, Senior Vice President, National Sales, Monster Beverage Division of HBC, who has been on medical leave, whereby it has been agreed that Mr. Schott's employment with HBC will terminate, effective November 15, 2007.


Friday
October 19, 2007

Thank you to all of you who have reached out to me to express your appreciation to me as an inspiration and or mentor to you.  As details beyond this week take shape the future is all about beating this tumor and returning to a fuller more active life.  The pool is closed but we continue to swim at the DAC, where I have reactivated my membership!  Treatment continues every Thursday and is going very well!
...........mbs

p.s.  Jimmy...your words are truly inspiring and reflect the rich quality of your character that lies beneath the surface....you are a beautiful human being!

Saturday
October 13, 2007

Just returned from New York where Evonne and I spent quality time with Bob Goldfarb and my step-mother Dottie, who always has been an inspiration to me.  I must admit I certainly met my challenge trying to find a cab @ 5:00 pm on a rainy Thursday in NYC!!!   Nonetheless it was great to be back in New York and to be able to take advantage of some of the finest fish dishes we have ever shared with friends and family.  Most importantly Evonne was able to set up a meeting with the Public Relations Agency for Avastin (the treatment drug that has changed my life) as she and I begin this next chapter in our lives.

Hard to believe it will be 1 YEAR October 14 since my surgery.
FEELING BETTER AND STRONGER THAN EVER!!!!!!!!
God Bless...MBS

Saturday
October 6, 2007

24 Laps today...Feels like summer it was 85 degrees. Reliving the last year as we approach the 1 year anniversary date!
Tomorrow it should be warmer....it will be tough to close the pool this year.

Tuesday
October 2, 2007

Just returned from my HBS Reunion in Boston.  It's hard to believe that it's been 35 years.  We are all familiar with the old saying about how quickly time passes and we should live each day to it's fullest....and that's what we are doing.  Feeling better today than ever as we approach the 1 year anniversary next week.

Hope this note finds you all well.  I want to express my appreciation to all of my Section- mates for an enjoyable weekend!

Mike 

Sunday Morning
September 23, 2007


Message from Mike:

 How great to hear from so many of you.  To hear the words that I have been an inspiration as I battle this brain tumor/cancer is most gratifying and personally inspirational to me as well.  The continued support is most appreciated.
Looking forward to swimming today.
all the best...mbs


September 2007

October 12, 2006 is a day that changed our lives forever.  From having a headache in Vegas...leaving early...a simple stop at the ER on the way home just to make sure all was OK...to receive this news........

The following are some of the email updates that I have sent out...The ups and downs of this journey no one can prepare you for.  It is a path that carries pain deeper than one can imagine and simple joys that no one else can understand but us.

This past summer Mike has experienced some of the best days ever and oh how we danced!!!

August 8, 2007
Still Swimming!

What a summer it has been! This may sound crazy...but it has been the best summer of my life. When you are faced with life's challenges that may not seem fair, you learn to appreciate each and every day. One never gets back time that is wasted on the truly unimportant things in life.

Mike has been doing so well these past 2 months since my last email on June 15. He did have a minor set-back over the weekend that put him in the hospital for a few days (side effects from chemo). While in the hospital the doctors decided to do the next MRI.

Amazing results..."Tumor necrosis" is what the doctors told us, which means "death of tumor cells". Mike's doctor confirmed that the combination of new medications is working and the tumor is dying, not just getting smaller!

We cannot even begin to express the emotions that we both feel or begin to express our gratitude for the continued amount of support we feel daily from family and friends!

Please continue to keep Mike in your thoughts and prayers!


Sincerely,

Evonne


June 15, 2007
Getting Stronger
!

So much has happened since my last email on 4/26/07.

Mike was to have his follow-up MRI last week. The doctors have said there is no need for it at this time. Mike is responding quite well to this treatment. He continues to get stronger each day. The next MRI should be in the next 3 weeks.

One of the biggest highlights of this journey happened on Tuesday of this week. As many of you may know Mike is a swimmer...we have a 2 lane lap pool in our yard...for the first time this week Mike was able to get in the pool with the help/love and support of my brother Tom. Mike swam 4 assisted laps and then 2 laps on his own. I feel as though I was watching a miracle. Yesterday Mike swam 10 laps...he continues to amaze me.

Mike's youngest son Mark graduated from High School this week and all of Mike's 5 children were in town. It was beautiful to have his family all around him and share these very special moments.


My best to all......many thanks for the continued support!

Evonne


April 26, 2007
Good News!!

We received the results from the MRI that Mike had on Tuesday today. The news was very good! The MRI showed "less enhancement", which means the swelling in the area where the tumor is, is smaller. The actual tumor is not growing. Mike's team of doctors are very pleased.

The ups and downs of this entire process is unbelievable. Those closer to us that have had the chance to spend time with Mike see the incredible changes taking place.

Mike is back to being "Mike", wanting to be involved with business and all the things that are important to him.

Mike will continue with this treatment and his next MRI should be within the next 6-7 weeks.

When it comes to thanks to all of the prayers, calls, cards, and letters that have been sent to us since this life changing series of events began, mere words can never express our sincere gratitude and appreciation.

We are still in the fight for Mike's well being, please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers.


Sincerely,

Evonne


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