Sean.

artmonkforhallofamein07 · 01-11-2008, 12:13 PM

Hi guys, I just wanted to know how some of you are feeling about Sean lately. Is the hurt still there? The saddness I feel for the loss of one of the best defensive players we have ever had in a Redskins uniform still follows me to this day. I know that Sean was a believer, and as I am I know where I hope he is, but it still does not heal the hurt that I have inside. I know that I did not personally know him, but it still hurts when I see him. I cry still.

Now that our playoff run is over, and we move on as a football team to next season how do you guys feel about Sean? Is the hurt still there? I was fine after I watched the funeral, but now that the season is done I hurt again. I miss you Sean, and hopefully one day I will get to meet you in the Spirit in th Sky.

12thMan · 01-11-2008, 12:23 PM

Yeah, man I'm definitely feeling you. As I've said before, living here in D.C. you constantly see the reminders of Sean. This morning I saw a guy reading a newspaper with #21 ball cap on. Day before that, I spotted a Mini Van that had Taylor's number painted on the inside of the rear window.

I don't hurt in the same way as I did after his immediate passing, but I still miss that dude a lot. One of the things that was so disconcerting, at least to me personally, about Gibbs abrupt retirement was that he and Taylor had a unique bond. In some ways, they came to represent Gibbs 2.0...at least to me.

RobH4413 · 01-11-2008, 12:43 PM

Not trying to be insensitive, but I never hurt when Sean was killed. I never knew the guy, so I feel it would dishonor those that die just as valiantly to disproportionately mourn one of them just because they're a football player.

I'm not going to lie, I think it was very very tragic, and I feel for the hearts of his family. But I can't feel more for him than the thousands of young men and women that die throughout this world everyday that I never here about.

Did it ruin my week? Yeah... but I'm mad at myself for letting it.

I will continue to honor him for what he was. A great football player, and from what I know an excellent father and a changed man. He will be missed... but I'm not going to let it effect me now.

artmonkforhallofamein07 · 01-11-2008, 12:58 PM

12th I definately feel your thoughts on Gibbs and Taylor.

And Rob I would question myself as to why I felt so sad for some one I did not know. Knowing all along that these types of tragedies happpen all the time to men and women here at home and abroad.

We truly were lucky to get to know him in some way.

Hog1 · 01-11-2008, 01:02 PM

Time heals, brother
It does not feel the same, or as bad as it did before. I do still have the bad, empty feeling about Sean. Add Joe's departure to that, and.......hard to describe..........I don't feel the same....."zeal" I did for any of it. My FANaticism is temporarily gone. It will return, but for now........hard to get exited about any of it

Lady Brave · 01-11-2008, 01:07 PM

I still tear up a bit when I see images of him. I often think about the players walking past his plexiglassed locker. I suppose I'll always mourn the loss of what could've been when it comes to Sean.

12thMan · 01-11-2008, 01:08 PM

Rob, I don't think you're being insensitive at all. I think everybody is in a different place regarding Taylor's tradegy. And because someone felt his loss more profoundly than another Redskins' fan, doesn't mean one person is more sensitive than the other. As long we agree that he'll be missed, that's the main point.

I just won't drunk call you anymore, that's all

RobH4413 · 01-11-2008, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Rob, I don't think you're being insensitive at all. I think everybody is in a different place regarding Taylor's tradegy. And because someone felt his loss more profoundly than another Redskins' fan, doesn't mean one person is more sensitive than the other. As long we agree that he'll be missed, that's the main point.

I just won't drunk call you anymore, that's all

Now I'm going to make a point to get wasted tonight and blow your phone up.

But seriously... I'm going to some random happy hour w/ my roommate and his law firm in d.c., so this is a very real possibility. And... no worries about the calls. I kind of thought they were hilarious.

Rajmahal33 · 01-11-2008, 01:16 PM

The hurt from Sean's death will be a part of the team for a long time and the emotional healing will take time. I also think that the organization will not fully recover from his death for at least another full season if not longer.

12thMan · 01-11-2008, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RobH4413

Now I'm going to make a point to get wasted tonight and blow your phone up.

But seriously... I'm going to some random happy hour w/ my roommate and his law firm in d.c., so this is a very real possibility. And... no worries about the calls. I kind of thought they were hilarious.

K Street area?

Warren85Ellard · 01-11-2008, 05:16 PM

I was really depressed during the first week and I'm still getting over it. I've loved the Redskins my whole life, but until this tragedy, I never realized how much. I remember the morning after the Bucs game, I told a friend that I wasn't sure if I could watch the Redskins anymore. Every game, except for Detroit, was emotionally draining. "Frustrating" wasn't a strong enough word to describe the season at that point. Even when they won, it seemed like they lost (Cardinals game in particular). It had never been so painful to be a Redskins fan. Hours later, I learned that Sean Taylor was shot and in critcal condition. I was devestated, but optimistic that he would survive. I felt for his teamates, friends and family. When there was a report that he squeezed the nurse's hand, I felt relieved and was sure he would pull through. The next morning, he was dead. My heart sank. There are so many things in this world to feel bad about. Family members have died, friends have died, the world is at war and I'm grieving for a football player that I never knew. In fact, the only thing I could remember him saying was "the customer is number one", courtesy of Eastern Motors. The term "actions speak louder than words", definitely applied to Sean Taylor. The thought of him tormenting T.O. will always make me laugh. Sean Taylor made so many unbelievable plays. Plays that nobody else can make. So many jaw-dropping hits; the kind that make you scream "oh shit!". Forcing fumbles and picking up loose balls. Running from one side of the field to the other to intercept Brett Favre (he could've had five that game if it were'nt for the rain). Everything he did was impressive. He brought so much excitement to the lives of hundreds of thousands of working stiffs. He made us proud to be Redskin fans. He was like our superhero. He was 24 and only getting better. Now we only have his memories. Nothing gold can stay... Yeah, you could say that I'm still not over it. R.I.P. Sean. Stay strong Redskins!

artmonkforhallofamein07 · 01-11-2008, 06:05 PM

Well Said Warren. I understand bro.. I truly do...

cwboyh8ter · 01-11-2008, 07:27 PM

Man, you're not alone bro!! I miss that man every day!!

kdogg3270 · 01-11-2008, 10:44 PM

I'm past the point of tearing up over it..but yeah, it still hurts...living in texas, the people that know me are wise enough not to mention it to me. For a while it hurt to watch the skins defense take the field - i felt like there was a big hole in us without him..but now i am getting over it. I am seeing what LaRon is capable of out there and it will be ok..nevertheless i still miss Sean' bad boy presence out there...he was a good dude and cats feared him on the field. and i loved his attitude and take on life. that cannot be replaced.

01-11-2008, 12:13 PM	#1
artmonkforhallofamein07 Pro Bowl Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Charleston , SC Posts: 5,001	Sean. Hi guys, I just wanted to know how some of you are feeling about Sean lately. Is the hurt still there? The saddness I feel for the loss of one of the best defensive players we have ever had in a Redskins uniform still follows me to this day. I know that Sean was a believer, and as I am I know where I hope he is, but it still does not heal the hurt that I have inside. I know that I did not personally know him, but it still hurts when I see him. I cry still. Now that our playoff run is over, and we move on as a football team to next season how do you guys feel about Sean? Is the hurt still there? I was fine after I watched the funeral, but now that the season is done I hurt again. I miss you Sean, and hopefully one day I will get to meet you in the Spirit in th Sky. __________________ Just win.

01-11-2008, 12:43 PM	#3
RobH4413 Wildcard Bitches Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bethesda, MD Age: 40 Posts: 2,638	Re: Sean. Not trying to be insensitive, but I never hurt when Sean was killed. I never knew the guy, so I feel it would dishonor those that die just as valiantly to disproportionately mourn one of them just because they're a football player. I'm not going to lie, I think it was very very tragic, and I feel for the hearts of his family. But I can't feel more for him than the thousands of young men and women that die throughout this world everyday that I never here about. Did it ruin my week? Yeah... but I'm mad at myself for letting it. I will continue to honor him for what he was. A great football player, and from what I know an excellent father and a changed man. He will be missed... but I'm not going to let it effect me now. __________________ This is what happens when you find a stranger in the Alps!

01-11-2008, 12:58 PM	#4
artmonkforhallofamein07 Pro Bowl Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Charleston , SC Posts: 5,001	Re: Sean. 12th I definately feel your thoughts on Gibbs and Taylor. And Rob I would question myself as to why I felt so sad for some one I did not know. Knowing all along that these types of tragedies happpen all the time to men and women here at home and abroad. We truly were lucky to get to know him in some way. __________________ Just win.

01-11-2008, 01:02 PM	#5
Hog1 Quietly Dominating the East Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 10,675	Re: Sean. Time heals, brother It does not feel the same, or as bad as it did before. I do still have the bad, empty feeling about Sean. Add Joe's departure to that, and.......hard to describe..........I don't feel the same....."zeal" I did for any of it. My FANaticism is temporarily gone. It will return, but for now........hard to get exited about any of it __________________ Goodbye Sean..........Vaya Con Dios thankyou Joe....... *“God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.” – Joe Gibbs*

01-11-2008, 01:07 PM	#6
Lady Brave The Starter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Trinity, NC Age: 53 Posts: 1,444	Re: Sean. I still tear up a bit when I see images of him. I often think about the players walking past his plexiglassed locker. I suppose I'll always mourn the loss of what could've been when it comes to Sean.

01-11-2008, 12:23 PM	#2
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: Sean. Yeah, man I'm definitely feeling you. As I've said before, living here in D.C. you constantly see the reminders of Sean. This morning I saw a guy reading a newspaper with #21 ball cap on. Day before that, I spotted a Mini Van that had Taylor's number painted on the inside of the rear window. I don't hurt in the same way as I did after his immediate passing, but I still miss that dude a lot. One of the things that was so disconcerting, at least to me personally, about Gibbs abrupt retirement was that he and Taylor had a unique bond. In some ways, they came to represent Gibbs 2.0...at least to me.

01-11-2008, 01:08 PM	#7
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: Sean. Rob, I don't think you're being insensitive at all. I think everybody is in a different place regarding Taylor's tradegy. And because someone felt his loss more profoundly than another Redskins' fan, doesn't mean one person is more sensitive than the other. As long we agree that he'll be missed, that's the main point. I just won't drunk call you anymore, that's all

01-11-2008, 01:16 PM	#9
Rajmahal33 Special Teams Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Silver Spring, MD Posts: 478	Re: Sean. The hurt from Sean's death will be a part of the team for a long time and the emotional healing will take time. I also think that the organization will not fully recover from his death for at least another full season if not longer. __________________ McNasty FTW!

01-11-2008, 05:16 PM	#11
Warren85Ellard Special Teams Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston,VA Posts: 330	Re: Sean. I was really depressed during the first week and I'm still getting over it. I've loved the Redskins my whole life, but until this tragedy, I never realized how much. I remember the morning after the Bucs game, I told a friend that I wasn't sure if I could watch the Redskins anymore. Every game, except for Detroit, was emotionally draining. "Frustrating" wasn't a strong enough word to describe the season at that point. Even when they won, it seemed like they lost (Cardinals game in particular). It had never been so painful to be a Redskins fan. Hours later, I learned that Sean Taylor was shot and in critcal condition. I was devestated, but optimistic that he would survive. I felt for his teamates, friends and family. When there was a report that he squeezed the nurse's hand, I felt relieved and was sure he would pull through. The next morning, he was dead. My heart sank. There are so many things in this world to feel bad about. Family members have died, friends have died, the world is at war and I'm grieving for a football player that I never knew. In fact, the only thing I could remember him saying was "the customer is number one", courtesy of Eastern Motors. The term "actions speak louder than words", definitely applied to Sean Taylor. The thought of him tormenting T.O. will always make me laugh. Sean Taylor made so many unbelievable plays. Plays that nobody else can make. So many jaw-dropping hits; the kind that make you scream "oh shit!". Forcing fumbles and picking up loose balls. Running from one side of the field to the other to intercept Brett Favre (he could've had five that game if it were'nt for the rain). Everything he did was impressive. He brought so much excitement to the lives of hundreds of thousands of working stiffs. He made us proud to be Redskin fans. He was like our superhero. He was 24 and only getting better. Now we only have his memories. Nothing gold can stay... Yeah, you could say that I'm still not over it. R.I.P. Sean. Stay strong Redskins!

01-11-2008, 06:05 PM	#12
artmonkforhallofamein07 Pro Bowl Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Charleston , SC Posts: 5,001	Re: Sean. Well Said Warren. I understand bro.. I truly do... __________________ Just win.

01-11-2008, 07:27 PM	#13
cwboyh8ter Camp Scrub Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Virginia born and raised Posts: 26	Re: Sean. Man, you're not alone bro!! I miss that man every day!!

01-11-2008, 10:44 PM	#14
kdogg3270 Special Teams Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 146	Re: Sean. I'm past the point of tearing up over it..but yeah, it still hurts...living in texas, the people that know me are wise enough not to mention it to me. For a while it hurt to watch the skins defense take the field - i felt like there was a big hole in us without him..but now i am getting over it. I am seeing what LaRon is capable of out there and it will be ok..nevertheless i still miss Sean' bad boy presence out there...he was a good dude and cats feared him on the field. and i loved his attitude and take on life. that cannot be replaced.

Sean.

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