Stephen - we were saddened to see the devastation at Atocha - senseless destruction of lives.  We hope you are both well, and we send you our fond regards.
Xeni and Tony
Fri, March 19, 2004

Greetings from Morris, Illinois

You probably do not remember me but last year, towards the end of February, my granddaughter and I were scheduled to meet up with you for a private tour on our last evening in Madrid. Regretfully, something came up and we had to cancel. How I wish we had been able to do so. My reasons for this E-mail is to offer my condolences to you and your adopted country on the dreadful atrocity that was visited upon your city.

We had ridden the train into the Atocha station and just can't imagine the horror of what happened. Spain is a lovely country and its people are tremendous. Again, my sympathies and I hope to return someday.

Ruth Cheshareck RRCHEZ@aol.com

Sunday, March 14, 2004

Dear Stephen,

I was so glad to hear that Connie and you are unharmed. We were on vacation down near the Panama Canal and only limited access to CNN. Most of my friends with us had met you and we were all concerned.

Here we are getting reports that ETA or Al Quiada is responsible.

A big hug of friendship and love to Connie and you.

Kate Evans

Sun, 14 Mar 2004

Hi Stephen,

I know it's been a long time, and you may not even remember your little American friend who you were so kind to those 4-5 yrs ago (you helped set me up in Nerja and hosted me in Madrid), but I just heard about the attacks in Madrid and wanted to reach out to you. I hope that you and yours are all OK -- I am praying for you and for Spain. Know that there are a lot of people thinking of you.

Best,

Tracie Hamersley

Fri, 12 Mar 2004

Hi Stephen - I awoke to terrible news this morning about the train bombings in Madrid.  I hope you and Connie are well. My husband, daughter and son had the best time with you about a year ago on a wine and tapas tour of Madrid, (a 2 hour tour that lasted about 5 hours), and I have been recommending you to friends ever since.  One such friend, Jan Kliger, will be traveling to Madrid in a few weeks, so you should be hearing from her soon.  I haven't been on your website for a while, and it looks very good. The changes you have made make a big difference. Congratulations to you and Connie on your wedding!  And they said it would never happen!  I guess my invitation got lost in the mail.  :-) Take care and we will see you the next time we come to Spain. 

Martha Kaufman

Fri, March 12, 2004

Dear Stephen, Connie, and Isabel,

I am so sorry I have not written you sooner. You having not heard from me until now does not mean I have not thought of you during the past few  months, but with the tragic events of today, I found myself thinking even more of my visit to Madrid in October and the kindness, openness, and hospitality that  endeared you all to me. I kept thinking of how close your apartment is to the  train station and if you are all right. I pray that you are all safe and healthy.

If I took anything away from the time we spent together, it is that we should all enjoy life and live it to its fullest. With that in mind, I feel I can end with a heartfelt congratulations on the wedding; a wish for a life full of  love and happiness for the three of you.

The best to you all,

Michael

Fri, March 12, 2004

My heart is breaking today for you and for all those in Spain. Our prayers are for you, your loved ones and all those souls gone too soon. Terrorism will never stop those that love life and friendship. I thank you for all the help you have given me and many others and I want you to know you and Spain are in our hearts today. This will not stop us from our trip in April. I pray that you and your loved ones are safe.

Sylvia Morneault

Fri, March 12, 2004

We were devastated to hear of the terrible bombings today in Madrid. As members of the Wellington Society, we feel like honorary citizens of your wonderful city, and our heart goes out to all the victims and their loved ones. We hope that you and yours are safe and sound.

Margie and Larry Krakauer

Fri, March 12, 2004

Dear Chairman-

Henry and I have been meaning to write and thank you for a fabulous time when we visited this past October and went on your Bloody Madrid tour and to the bullfights.

The horrific event of the bombings this week made us worry for the safety  of you and Connie, as well as the rest of the citizens of our favorite Spanish city. I hope all is well with you both. What a senseless tragedy.

Your friends in peace,

Henry & Kirsten Ryan

Boston MA, USA

Fri, March 12, 2004

I am in may car on my way to work right now and just hearing about the tragedy (it is only 6:00 am here). My first thoughts were of you and your lovely, so thank you for easing my mind. I will let Kristen know as well. I hope you guys did not lose anyone you know.
Kirk
Thu, March 11, 2004

Supping a beer or two in the Madrid's Neru Bar and watching Real vs Celta we were as ignorant as you could be of Stephen and the Wellington Society. Anyway, when I finally sent my lass to pay the bill (!) we found out a total stranger had already settled it......Stephen! Turns out he'd walked into the bar and being a lifelong Leeds United fan spotted the scarf straight away.

Only sorry we couldn't stay or tag along for the tour (but thanks for the invite) and many apologies for not buying a beer back. Keep the Leeds flag flying in Madrid, Buy you one back in the Peacock if I see you at Elland Road?

Leeds Rule.

Hope all is OK after the news today.

Martyn & Gill - martyn_fair@hotmail.com

Thursday, March 11, 2004 at 18:10 (PST)