04.16.07
Wish my dad luck with his board exam
My dad is crazy. For a long time, I thought he was just eccentric. A chip off the odd block that was Post-Victorian Britain. However, I was wrong. He’s mad. Totally nuts.
Case in point. At the age of 73 he is taking his medical board exams again because when he was in England his US license lapsed. So, this thursday, he’ll be joining a group of 20 somethings in a hot stuffy room all day to prove he’s still got it. Mad I tell you. Bonkers.
Anyway, please please please add a comment to this post to encourage my dad and wish him well. Mad or not I love him dearly and really hope he passes. I think this will make him the oldest person in the US to ever pass the exam. You can do it dad!!!
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PS My Dad’s name is Frank Rodney Eve.
April Mohr said,
April 16, 2007 at 9:56 pm
Best of luck Mr. Eve!
Nick Eve said,
April 16, 2007 at 10:07 pm
I love you dad! You can do it!
Linda Shi said,
April 16, 2007 at 11:18 pm
You remind me of my grandpa, who is also a doctor. He maintains that, at the ripe old age of 93, he knows more than all the 20-something nurses, and I hope you stick it to your fellow test-takers this Thursday!
Jane said,
April 17, 2007 at 1:03 am
OUTSTANDING! Nik says bonkers, I say brillant. Good luck (not that you need it!) and all the best!
Tina Mohr said,
April 17, 2007 at 6:10 am
Fantastic! Best of luck to you Frank. You’ve set the bar high for all of us. We need more people like you!
Dennis said,
April 17, 2007 at 7:00 am
Best of luck, I admire your tenacity and I’m sure you’ll pass with no trouble at all.
VONNIE M. PERRY said,
April 17, 2007 at 9:48 am
You may not know this…and I am not sure now is the most opportune time to tell you…..but in my life…you were always an inspiration.
When I was four perhaps five years old….you marched into my life….with such charm and grace….not knowing what America would bring to you and your young family…..but the willingness and drive to make the very best of it!
Not only did you make the best of it…..you became the very best! So here is a heartfelt thank you…..for always inspiring me to find the best and demand the best out of my life. You may never know what an impact you had on me…..but I will forever be grateful for your love and support through out my life.
I’ve worked hard….and I am pleased to say that it’s paid off. I am first and foremost a proud parent, a loving wife….and a great business women. Everything on my desk is always squared….my pens have to be in a perfect line….and I can’t stand when things are out of sorts….funny how summer’s at your office affected me!
Uncle Rod, good luck this week on the boards…..if anyone can do it….it’s you!
With Love and admiration~
Vonnie
“‘Non Illegitimi Carborundum’”
William Hitchcock said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:20 am
Dear Dr. Eve,
Even though we have not formally met. I know many stories about you…All of them good of course from your son Sean a few from Nick. In particular I admire your social contribution as an eye doctor to society. Your endless pursuit to overcome whatever hurdles may stand in your way, to making people see better is a great influence, not only, im sure for your two sons, Sean and Nick, but also inspires me to overcome my procrastinating demons as well.
All the Best, from a great admirer.
William Hitchcock
Brian Cook said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:20 am
The leg bone is connected to the hip bone.
Good luck sir!
Kira said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:21 am
My Grandpa practiced medicine until he was 83–go show ‘em how it’s done!! Best of luck!
Ian Hough said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:26 am
I wish you all the best in your quest, Frank. You’re gonna be a record breaker! And you make all of us who were ever “mature” students prouder than you could ever know! It’s great to know someone of your age is still going for it - a tonic for us older troops. I’m only 41, but I felt old in undergrad school last year, and I remember the satisfaction of performing well in exams. You’ll ace it. Best of luck.
Yaping said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:27 am
Dr. Eve,
I know you can do it (Nick got his brain from you :-)!
Mike Duncan said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:31 am
Good Luck Dr. Eve!
Although I suspect you’ll pass with flying colors. I’ve heard a few of your medical exploits from Nick and you sound like a man well up for the challenge.
My high school anatomy teacher told us all when it came to test answers, “If you can’t find ‘em, cecum”. I’m not sure that was ever funny.
Jay Mullarkey said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:36 am
Best of luck Dr. Eve
Greg said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:36 am
Kids these days aren’t very smart so you’ll probably break the curve!
Good luck and the answer to number 5 is “D. A bottle of gin and a bone saw.”
Beth Horka said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:38 am
Best of luck Dr. Eve! It’s always great to meet people with ambition. You’re an inspiration!
Crystal Astrachan said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:39 am
Dr. Eve,
You must have a wonderful muse in your life. Good luck and thank you for the inspiration!
satyendra said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:45 am
All the best Dr. Eve!
Anne said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:46 am
Best of luck to you, Dr. Eve.
Karen said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:57 am
I wish you the best of luck Dr. Eve!!!
Will D'Amato said,
April 17, 2007 at 11:29 am
Mr. Eve-
Best of luck with your exam.
Eric said,
April 17, 2007 at 11:45 am
Break a leg, Dr. Eve … then show ‘em how to fix it! We’re all pulling for you.
Bob said,
April 17, 2007 at 11:58 am
Bureaucracy is my pet pevee.
You can do it Doctor Eve. Give it to them old school style.
Jamie D. said,
April 17, 2007 at 12:05 pm
Just wanted to drop in and wish you luck!
From what I have heard of your efforts, I am sure you will do awsome!
Remember: “Nothing is impossible, it is only improbable and it is only improbable if you allow it to be!”
Good luck!
Roxanne Noakes said,
April 17, 2007 at 12:24 pm
Good luck on your Exam Dr. Eve. !
Sarah said,
April 17, 2007 at 12:28 pm
This is really cute and warm. Good luck.
Seth D. Olson said,
April 17, 2007 at 12:44 pm
Dear Dr. Eve,
You are an inspiration to all. I’m sure you have made so many people in your life proud already. Nick claims you are insane, so I leave you with a wonderful quote and a wish of good luck for all your future endevours.
“Insanity is hereditary: You can get it from your children.”
- Sam Levinson
Best Regards,
Seth D. Olson
matt said,
April 17, 2007 at 12:56 pm
Good Luck! Im sure youll ace it!
Jeff Miner said,
April 17, 2007 at 1:12 pm
Thank you Dr. Eve for your inspiration and courage. Best of luck to you!
majeske said,
April 17, 2007 at 1:18 pm
Good luck, we are all rooting for you!
Doug K said,
April 17, 2007 at 3:41 pm
What a great story. Good Luck to you sir!
Grey Freeman said,
April 17, 2007 at 4:38 pm
Dear Dr. Eve,
Best of luck.
All of Nick’s colleagues are pulling for you.
sahar said,
April 17, 2007 at 5:51 pm
Dear Dad
I am so incredibly proud of you for doing this!! You are such an inspiration. Much love and big hugs
sahar
Sogand (Sahar's sister) said,
April 17, 2007 at 6:01 pm
Dr. Eve
Good luck!! I am sure you will score at least two standard deviations above the mean. You are my inspiration—I will be taking the boards next year—and I hope I can still take them when I am 73.
:)Sogand
sean eve said,
April 17, 2007 at 6:42 pm
Dad, we are all rooting for you. Only someone as determined as you would even be attempting this. Whatever happens, we love you and respect the remarkable career you have had. Even now, with the University and your international teaching you are touching the lives of enormous numbers of people. Good luck with your exam. Show the bureaucrats whose boss! You really are a remarkable person.
lots of love and genuine admiration, from your number one son, sean
Anh Chi said,
April 17, 2007 at 7:11 pm
Mr. Eve, good luck! You’ve inspired me!
Lynn Wachman said,
April 17, 2007 at 7:20 pm
Dear Dr. Rod,
What a marvelous twinkle you have in your eyes! I have all confidence in you. Those twenty somethings taking the exam on Wed. will revere you, as do all of us. They should only have your wit, wisdom and experience (plus a terrific Marg to cheer you on). I have been keeping track of all of your adventures, through Sean and Nick, and am delighted you are taking on this challenge. Sign me up for your first volume of memoirs. It is always a pleasure to see you, or speak with you.
I remain an admirer,
-Lynn W.
Yoonah said,
April 17, 2007 at 7:20 pm
Dear Dr. Eve
1) You’re gonna rock that exam, I just know it!
2) Do you want to take the motorbike license exam with me afterwards?
3) The knee bone is connected to shin bone.
Best wishes!
Rachel Lambert said,
April 17, 2007 at 8:20 pm
consider me seriously impressed.
Anna said,
April 17, 2007 at 8:30 pm
Best wishes, may you nail it to the wall! Anna
melanie said,
April 17, 2007 at 9:07 pm
hey there frankie….
you go get ‘em….and kick some butt…..i think you are extraordinary!!!
Kelly said,
April 17, 2007 at 9:53 pm
These things are never easy but you sound very prepared and with this wonderful son of yours supporting you -you will always be fine. GOOD LUCK!!
Dan Platt said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:43 pm
Knock ‘em dead… er, break a leg…best of luck, Dr. Eve!
Geoff said,
April 18, 2007 at 12:39 am
No problem, the test is a piece of cake!!! Grab the brass ring! Good luck.
cisco said,
April 18, 2007 at 4:15 am
Okay, Rodney… here’s the deal. We all know you can do what those whippersnappers think they can do — blindfolded with both arms tied behind your back. Once you ace your exams, we’re all doing keg-stands to celebrate. Best of luck… I’ll be thinking about you tomorrow.
cisco
p.s. remember to cover your answers. some of these kids are cheaters.
Alison Kavanagh said,
April 18, 2007 at 6:50 am
Hello Rod
Simon and I send our love and best wishes to you. Is it oyster season in Texas? I think that Margaret should take you for a couple of dozen after your exam. We know that you will pass with shining colours! It has been said before on these pages, but you truly are an inspiration.
Alison x
Patrick McCormick said,
April 18, 2007 at 9:13 am
Hello Dr. Eve,
My ninety-year-old grandmother, Ellen Moody, wishes you good luck. She can still read her email and would have sent these wishes herself, but sitting at her computer bothers her back. If only her chiropractor was as gifted as her eye surgeon.
Best of luck,
Patrick McCormick
Christine Paluf said,
April 18, 2007 at 10:17 am
You can do it, put your mind to it! When in doubt, answer C. =)
Christine
Marie said,
April 18, 2007 at 10:56 am
I admire you for living your dreams! Good luck and have fun with it!
Do yourself proud.
Marie
Dena Rifkin said,
April 18, 2007 at 11:45 am
Didn’t Osler say something about medicine providing a lifetime of learning?
he, however, did not take the boards at age 73!
Congraulations and good luck. I am inspired by your tenacity.
Dena (Sahar’s and Nic’s friend from New Haven)
Bob Mooney said,
April 18, 2007 at 12:51 pm
Good luck Dr. Eve. From what Sean says about you, you’re sure to ace it this time.
Bob
Kristi said,
April 18, 2007 at 2:21 pm
Dr. Eve,
Good luck on the exam! I think it’s wonderful that you’re doing it. I was afraid to take the drivers test when I moved to a new state because I thought I would have forgotten things! haha. You sure put that in perspective!
You’ll do great!
Kristi
Ayodeji Adediran said,
April 18, 2007 at 2:35 pm
Best of Luck Dr. Eve.
My mom just took RNs (She was a registered nurse for 26 yrs in Nigeria)..She had to come here and study to be registered here.
It was hard but she did it - I’m sure you will do just great and have a good story to tell!
Good Luck!
Chad johnson said,
April 18, 2007 at 5:01 pm
A hearty go get’em from the Johnson family.
Kristen Savage said,
April 18, 2007 at 5:55 pm
Mr. Eve!
What a remarkable undertaking, I bet they’ll give you a wicked curve for your extensive experience in the field. Wouldn’t that be great?! Best of luck Mr. Eve!
Kristen
Randi Glenn said,
April 18, 2007 at 9:42 pm
Best Wishes, Dr. Eve!
I want to thank you for making my grandfather’s last few years easier to tolerate. He was a voracious reader and was so delighted to have his vision back after his caterac surgery.
I’ll be thinking about you tomorrow.
Jeremy Alper said,
April 19, 2007 at 5:43 pm
Good luck! As a person who never wants to get near a standardized test again, I admire your tenacity in proactively seeking one out.
–Jeremy Alper
josh bruzzi said,
April 20, 2007 at 5:40 am
Dear Rodney
I hope all went well with the exams, knowing you, you will have passed it with flying colours. I didn’t realise it was yesterday, apologies, but have total confidence in you. No-one like surgeons operating on them, but I would feel very secure in your hands! Today is the day to have a beer or three?
Much love, your nephew Josh.
Ty Brown said,
April 20, 2007 at 12:51 pm
Hope the exams went well and you’re enjoying the sensation of not having to study for them.
Jon A said,
April 21, 2007 at 12:06 am
Warming up my time machine so I can wish you good luck! (Sorry, I was on vacation)…
Valerie Clarke Mullan said,
April 22, 2007 at 7:49 pm
Was on vacation too, but I’m going to say ‘all our best’! I told my folks about your quest this weekend and they wish you well and we do too.
From your Texas neighbors and patients!
Val (Clarke) Mullan
rodney eve said,
April 22, 2007 at 8:33 pm
Dear all,
I would just like to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for all the lovely and warm comments to this ”Crazy old Coon”!! i just wasnt going to let them remove my license because of a snafu whilst I was busy overseas.
I would also like to express a special thanks to Nick my son who was kind enough to think of his crazy dad !! For the record I think I may have passed-could be hallucinating at my time of life !! Will let you know.
Love you all .
Rod Eve