These pictures were taken in Powers,
Oregon-1972
just before our
Mom's death
Bob:
You triumph
and fight
like a
soldier!!
You're a
great
inspiration
and I'm
happy that
I've got the
chance to
meet you.
Thanks for
your
dedication
to promote
the fight
against
HIV/AIDS as
well as
stopping
hate and
bigotry.
'Thank you'
for
inspiring me
once again
my friend...
Thank you for always having something wise to say to make us look at bettering
ourselves. There are FEW people left on the earth who can do that with such
tact.
You carry a strong message
and the spiritual path you've
chosen is a gift to many
in this physical world.
Just,
Annie in Austin
Hi,
I just wanted to say your site was wonderful
to look at. And also, you look like
you have so much life and love inside
of you. Thanks for sharing that.
:)
Last
weeks class changed my outlook on
AIDS and HIV.
While the doctor opened my eyes to the world of
prescription treatment, Bob Bowers enabled me to
see the "real" side of HIV and AIDS.
Bob Bowers'
incredible presentation of his life story was truly
inspirational. His honesty and passion brought this
issue to the forefront of my mind. The most important
thing I learned from Bob is that HIV is not a death
sentence. His strength and his courage are inspiring.
I was happy to learn that he will be speaking at
the university again after spring break. I will
definitely go hear him.
I have been living with HIV/AIDS for over
two decades. I was infected from sharing
a syringe to inject crystal meth and was
launched into a reality I never would have
dreamed of. In 1984 I was told I had cancer
or 'this thing called AIDS' and to prepare
for the worst.
It is imperative that we quit ignoring the
pink elephant and fight for a more united,
empowered and enlightened society regardless
of AIDS.
Near the end of my 11 year marriage, and
the loss of my best man, I committed my
time and energy to making a lasting impact
in this fight and sharing my life story
through my words as well
as a feature length documentary
film, The Fire
Within.
In doing so, I also honor the memories and
courage of my dozens of friends from all
walks of life who were taken from us far
too early. It is to you my friends who have
passed, and to the courageous souls surviving
and thriving with this disease, that I will
never ever surrender in this fight!
I bow to you as well as my countless friends
and to my family for your unconditional
love and support throughout these many years!
It is surreal beyond all comprehension
to have survived living with HIV/AIDS for over a quarter of a century!
Da Pirate, Cass, Patty
and Teresa, walking in the riderless bike for closing ceremonies of the
Wisconsin AIDS
Ride (ACT IV AIDS Ride.)
The ride raised over $233,000.00 for the
AIDS
Network in Madison.
I
must say that your story, the videos, the website...seeing you &
your wife talk about the trials and your love for one another... all
of it deeply touched my heart. It opened my eyes to a need that
should be openly talked about and I just felt like I should THANK
YOU! **HUG** You take care and I will pass the message on to my
family & friends. Thanks again. You really are an inspiration to me.
