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Hi Jordan

My name is Jenna and I came across your site. U are a brave courageous, strong and determined fighter. U are a beautiful precious gift, and a special earthly angel. U are a brave warrior, smilen champ and an inspirational hero. U will be in my thoughts and prayers. I love it when people sign my guestbook. http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/champ291
Jenna <fighterchamp9@aol.com>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Sunday, January 1, 2012 6:19 PM CST

Please update us all. The happy stories are so hard to find. Hope all is well.
Kay Boyle
St. Louis, MO - Wednesday, September 22, 2010 2:15 PM CDT

I just found your page.
I just want to let you know you are truly an inspiration.
caringbridge.org/visit/taylorhargrove
Kendra n Taylor <kendra.dill@yahoo.com>
sherman, tx - Tuesday, October 13, 2009 9:14 AM CDT

Hope all is well with Jordan these days and life is back into a fruitful "routine". We think of you and pray for you too.
Blessings,

Kirsten
Kirsten Butler <dayspringjoy@msn.com>
Lacey, wa usa - Friday, October 9, 2009 12:44 AM CDT

Thats my boy Jordan. I told you when we started this journey that you were my hero for everything you have gone thorough, the fight you put up when you were in pain, the smiles you gave me from your hospital bed when I'm sure you were not wanting to smile, so now its time again to keep the fight going and continue on a new journey that will be your future. I'm not sure what you want to do, but I hope you make a wise decision. I have great faith in you Jordo and I know when you put your mind to it, you can do it, so good luck and always remember I am here for you. Love ya, Gram
Gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
- Wednesday, July 22, 2009 9:09 AM CDT

well done Jordan...you're a credit and inspiration for all families affected by DSRCT. My brother Denis (27) says hi from his hospital bed in MSKCC after surgery with Dr LaQuaglia last week...your website has given him the boast he needs after a long, tough week in the battle field
keep it up!
elaine
www.caringbridge.org/visit/denisdennehy
Elaine Dennehy <elainedennehy21@hotmail.com>
IRELAND - Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:37 PM CDT

JORDAN!!! Congrats on the graduation ! Wow dude.. you da man ! :) big smiles here.. so have a fun summer.. but now.. you know since your the big dog in the house you have to take care of the crew.. get yourself some college education..and then you can earn the big bucks.. go into broadcasting.. extreme sports is always looking for free lancers !! anyhow dude.. love you.. sending hugs! Yamamama
Yamamama <Yamamama@comcast.net>
Gville, MA USA - Tuesday, July 7, 2009 7:37 AM CDT

CLASS OF 2009 CONGRADULATION JORDAN YOU MADE IT AND WE ARE SO HAPPY AND PROUD OF YOU... BEST OF LUCK IN ALL THAT YOU DO!!

Mark, Taffie, Penny and your fellow Graduate and Friend Charlotte Dudley
- Monday, June 22, 2009 9:05 AM CDT

Jordan is a very special boy. I'm so glad that he has been cancer free for 5+ years. You are a wonderful family and am glad I had the chance to meet you all. God Bless and we'll see you soon..
Mike Girouard <michael.girouard11@gmail.com>
Bristol, CT USA - Monday, June 15, 2009 10:06 PM CDT

Well Jordan, Karen, Bob, and the whole Marquis clan,
I really want to thank you for letting us go through this journey with you and keeping us informed on Jordan condition. I remember when Charlotte and Jordan[walker] came home with the news that jordan[marquis] was sick, the tears could not stop and everyday somthing would change, things would be bad and then they would be good. Friendships, great Friendships can endure anything. We don't get to see you guys often(and to thing we live all of 5 mins apart),but I am truly greatful to God for you and you wonderful family, and the friendship that our Children have made. I remember when I first met Jordan at Charlotte's 5th or 6th birthday always on time jordan was. Jordan was also there when She had her big Sweet 16, and one of her greatest gifts was just knowing that jordan was going to attend, and now we're to the High School Gradation, where did the time go? We have truly been blessed as parents,and this is not to say that our kids are perfect but there our kids and we love them. May God continue to bless us the parents and all our blessings[children] He has bestowed on us. Hope to see you on June 19th:)
Taffie Ann Dudley <Tadudl@sbcglobal.net>
Bristol, CT - Tuesday, June 9, 2009 2:01 PM CDT

Dave; I pray that everything turns out well for you. Be strong, and don't give up.
Donna Mountain <DMountain@mchsi.com>
Waterloo, Iowa Black Hawk - Saturday, May 23, 2009 5:47 PM CDT

GREAT news. Best wishes to you and your family.
Monika
Ottawa, Ont canada - Wednesday, April 22, 2009 9:30 PM CDT

Karen & Family,
Great news!!! I am very happy for you all.....enjoy! Now, on to normal things like worrying about your teen driving....LOL!
Tracy <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Saturday, April 18, 2009 7:31 PM CDT

Hi Karen,
We're still waiting to hear the results on the scans!! I hope all is well w/ you all. And yes, being scared about a teen driver is normal. My daughter, Kristine, still stresses me out...I can't drive in the same car w/ her driving. Cheers to many more milestones!
Tracy <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Thursday, April 9, 2009 12:47 AM CDT

Hi Karen....I love to see Jordan @ the gym, he is so grown up and hansome!!!! I also ran into him @ Eastern, time goes by so fast! Have a wonderful Easter.
Tracy <tlmitchell860@comcast.net>
Bristol, CT - Saturday, April 4, 2009 9:36 PM CDT

Hey gang... 5 years is definitely something to celebrate...congrats to everybody... especially jordan... who somehow through treatment and transplant managed to be this awesomely polite & fun guy!.... it was always a pleasure being your nurse!! wooohooo to 5 years!
Liz Barry
NY, NY - Friday, March 13, 2009 8:44 PM CDT

Alex's Mother we are praying for all of you
Lib Cornett
Seguin, Tx USA - Friday, March 13, 2009 8:16 AM CDT

Hey Jordan - Way to go! I am so glad to hear you are home. These past five years you have been an inspiration to people you have never met. Stay strong, you have so many people that love you. You and your family have remained in my prayers.
Meggan Evans (I used to work with your dad and you and my son are the same age!)

Meggan Evans <meggan@snet.net>
Stafford, CT - Monday, March 9, 2009 2:39 PM CDT

Hey Jordan, Five years and I still think of you often. Give your best to your Mom and Dad!
Dawn Cooper <DAWNCT@Cox.net>
SUFFIELD, CT - Wednesday, March 4, 2009 5:32 PM CST

It's been too long since I've checked in on you. Jordan I'm so happy to read the good news...5 years is just awesome.
You are of course always in our thoughts and prayers...
Best to you and the Family.
Sue & Paul Robinson <surobi00@comcast.net>
bristol, ct usa - Tuesday, March 3, 2009 3:59 PM CST

Congratulations Jordo. Thank you for being a good fighter and being positive. Your are and always will be my hero. I love you.
Gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
- Thursday, February 26, 2009 9:19 PM CST

Happy 5 years Jordan...I love you!!
Amy Dansereau <abrfd@comcast.net>
- Thursday, February 26, 2009 9:28 AM CST

Glad to hear all is well in your home. Get well soon Jordan. Sorry but had trouble reading recent journal with dark blue background. I pray for your family.
Wilma Couture
- Saturday, February 21, 2009 12:45 AM CST

Hi Karen/Jordan.....I am so glad to hear that you are doing so good!!!! We are praying that jason does it that well also. I want to thank you for the thoughts and prayers....they mean alot to Jason and I
Keep up the good work Jordan!!!!

Sheryl (Jason's mom)
Sheryl Roy <jaks52836@yahoo.com>
Winchester, NH - Thursday, February 5, 2009 6:27 PM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU. Boy oh boy, its hard to believe you are 18 today. Seems like just yesterday that I remeber getting the call that you were being born. I love you buddy, I hope you have many more years, espically cancer free. Have a good time on your trip, I'll see you when you get back.

Love, Gram
Dot Farago <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
Bristol, ct - Saturday, December 27, 2008 7:49 PM CST

Hello,
Thank you for signing Daniel's page. We appreciate the prayers. That is so wonderful that Jordan is doing so well...Praise God! I am praying for a cure for this disease and that our loved one will continue to do well. Have a wonderful Christmas.
~ Erin
www.caringbridge.org/visit/danieleppinette
Erin Eppinette <erin_eppinette@yahoo.com>
Camden, Ar - Monday, December 15, 2008 10:52 AM CST

Hi Karen;

I'm in Portland and on a whim decided it's been far too long since I've checked in on you and Jordan. I'm so happy to read the good news...5 years is such a big milestone...glad the scans continue to be clear...You are of course in my thoughts and prayers...
Happy and Healthy Holidays to you and the entire family!
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Sunday, December 14, 2008 11:42 PM CST

Hi Karen....thank you for your thoughts and prayers!!! Jason is doing really good. He is feeling good, we are waiting for the counts to go low enough for transplant. Kaitlin (his sister) did great doing the apheresis. She said that it was not as bad as what she thought it would be. It took 6 hours to gather all the stem cells that Jason would need. She does know that they could call her back if more was needed. Jason is supposed to go back down the 28th so we will see if it will be chemo or transplant. How is Jordan doing?
You and your family have a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!!!
Sheryl (Jason's mom) <jaks52836@yahoo.com>
Winchester, NH USA - Thursday, December 11, 2008 12:54 AM CST

great indeed.thanks. Owerri Egomug Abauwa
Owerri Egomug Abauwa <Owerri-Egomug-Abauwa@hotmail.fr>
Accra, accra ghana - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 1:11 PM CST

Hi Jordan, I think of you and your family often. Even though you do not know me, I remember when you went in to to the hospital to have your "appendix" out and they found something very different. You were a strong little boy , fought a great fight and won! Congratulations! Tell your Dad I said "Hi". Dawn
Dawn Cooper <DawnCt@cox.net>
Suffield, Ct - Tuesday, November 18, 2008 7:50 AM CST

Hello to Karen & Bob. Five Years. Wonderful! May your only troubles be surly teenagers. Best always.
Barbara <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
- Saturday, October 25, 2008 7:24 PM CDT

5 years! That is awesome! With many many more years to come! Better be thinking about what you are going to do with all that healthy time on your hands! Bet it won't be too hard!

www.caringbridge.org/visit/kylelillard
Shannon <rswhite7@aol.com>
- Thursday, October 16, 2008 12:52 AM CDT

What wonderful news, Jordan. I think about all of you very often. Will you please work on getting your folks to bring you guys down here for a visit (use Disney World as an excuse, of course)? I need a good excuse to use my resident pass.....................
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Clearwater, FL USA - Monday, October 13, 2008 8:23 PM CDT

Dear Karen and family,
What an incredible milestone for all of you! May it continue forever!

Bonnie Krotkov <Krotkov@physics.umass.edu>
Hadley, MA United States - Friday, October 10, 2008 8:12 AM CDT

YAHOOOOO, JORDO Five years!!!!! We love you very much!
Keep up the fight and we will keep up the prayers.
Love
TT, Uncle Kenny, Kaitlyn, Kenny and Hailey
Carol Rondeau <Carolrondeau@sbcglobal.net>
Bristol, CT - Wednesday, October 8, 2008 5:19 PM CDT

Yippie Jordo. Congratulations!! Keep up the good job and the fight. I will continue to pray to our Saint and keep asking your guarding angel to stay with you. Love ya

Gram
Dot Farago <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
- Wednesday, October 8, 2008 5:10 PM CDT

Woo Hoo Jordan!!!
Congratulations, you are a beacon of light in this dark tunnel of DSRCT darkness. Keep fighting, stay strong, and LIVE!!! We're w/ you always!

Tracy <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Wednesday, October 8, 2008 12:06 AM CDT

Hi Karen and Family....I want to that you for checking up on my son Jason. I am also glad to here that Jordan is doing good. Dr. LaQ is an amazing doctor that is for sure....Jason is still doing pretty good. Surgery and chemo seem to take it's toll on him now but we are waiting to go down to Maryland for the bone marrow transplant. Please keep in touch with us and I will do the same with you!!!

nothing but prayers and well wishes to you and your family

Sheryl and Jason Roy
Sheryl Roy <jaks52836@yahoo.com>
Winchester, NH USA - Wednesday, October 1, 2008 1:27 PM CDT

Great news! We all needed that. Keep up the good work!
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Friday, September 26, 2008 8:46 AM CDT

Glad that all turned out fine. I still check on your family, Karen, and am always glad to hear good news. Best always from the empty nester, Barb C.
Barbara Callahan <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
- Sunday, September 21, 2008 7:15 PM CDT

As always Karen, I will be praying for good news. Chin up once again!!!
Patti Carobini <pattibini@sbcglobal.net>
Terryville, Ct - Friday, September 12, 2008 5:10 AM CDT

Jordan,
Don't give in to taking the easy road! My Zach had to go back to school after being out for two years. It would have been his senior year in college. He left his two hardest classes for last. It was a great struggle for him as well. But he worked hard and graduated! Now he is working on his Masters at Univ. of Ar, in Little Rock. You can do it! It is worth the hard work.
Becky Ramsey (Zach's mom) <ramseyb@swat.coop>
Doddridge, AR - Monday, July 21, 2008 8:00 AM CDT

Bite the bullet, Jordan. Hit the books and get high school behind you. Then you have so many more opportunities. Glad to hear all is well there. Bring the Marquis family to Florida so we can get together, okay?
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Clearwater, FL USA - Wednesday, July 2, 2008 6:45 AM CDT

Karen,
Sorry I haven't signed in a bit but I was glad to see things are going well. We all need the positives when it comes to the DSRCT. We need more of the good news. Tell Jordan to stay tough. It won't be long and he will be heading out into the great big world. I keep telling my Em now that she won't be able to leave, I am holding on a bit too tightly sometimes. She is only going into 8th grade so I have time before she moves to that part of her life.
Hope the entire family enjoys the summer and the time together that we all treasure. Make some good summer memories.
God bless
Kristi Schaut <kmschaut@hotmail.com>
Oakdale, MN - Tuesday, July 1, 2008 11:17 AM CDT

Great news! We are so glad you are winning the battle with this monster. Keep up the good work. Missy
missy www.caringbridge.org/ne/ryan <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Friday, June 6, 2008 7:19 AM CDT

Hi Karen, I am a friend of Meliza Orantes and saw your posting on her care page and came by your page, I wish you and your son strenght and send good thoughts your way!
Sandy <rosindubh@alamedanet.net>
Alameda, CA - Tuesday, June 3, 2008 1:45 PM CDT

Wonderful news and certainly all one needs for a blessed Mother's Day
Mona Couture
Toronto, Ont. Canada - Saturday, May 17, 2008 1:21 PM CDT

I came home from work to find your good news here! What a wonderful way to end the day!
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Clearwater, FL USA - Sunday, May 11, 2008 8:37 PM CDT

Much happiness to the Marquis Family. Please let none of you have any medical issues for a while.
Barb Callahan <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
- Sunday, May 11, 2008 6:28 PM CDT

Hi Jordan,
My name is Jenna and I came across your site. You are an inspiration and a brave, courageous fighter. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Also Karen, you will be in my thoughts and prayers as well.
caringbridge.org/visit/champ291
Jenna <nevergiveup301@aol.com>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Wednesday, April 30, 2008 1:02 AM CDT

Hi Karen,
I'm home "sick" today and I've been reading up on everyone's page....glad to hear Jordan is well but not so glad to hear about you. Sorry that you had to have surgery but really happy that you got the pre-cancer junk out! I had a hysterectomy in '05 and I can tell you that I still don't feel right! LOL!! If you haven't gone through the "change" make sure you take some hormones or you'll be in and out of hot flashes like you can't believe!! :-) Premarin works pretty good....I've been taking them for about 3 yrs now. Isn't this funny.....just sharing all of our medical history/problems over the internet...I love it!! Free therapy as I see it!

Well, no news is good news. We are still waiting for the results for Raymond's PET scan...we should know this afternoon. Take care!

www.caryingbridge.org/visit/raymondalaniz
Tracy <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2008 11:59 AM CDT

I am glad you are doing well. It is hard to remember to take care of yourself while taking care of a sick child. Let us know what the MRI says. Prayers always, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Tuesday, April 22, 2008 7:26 AM CDT

Glad to continue to hear that no news is good news for ALL of the Marquis gang. Karen, I have already had two Bristol Hospital visitors here in Florida. When may I expect the Marquis gang to show up in this general vicinity? I am waiting............................ Come on kids, bug your mother and father!!
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Clearwater, FL USA - Sunday, April 20, 2008 9:05 PM CDT

Karen, Jordan and family, sorry I haven't written on your site in a while. I appreciate all the prayers you send our family since we lost Nikki. Days can be hard but we are so happy things are going well for Jordan. We do still pray daily for all the DSRCT families and all the other families battling all forms of cancer. This life is a tough one on everyone. Keep that fight going and we pray for your daily strength to enjoy life. Take Care and God bless
Kristi Schaut <kmschaut@hotmail.com>
Oakdale, MN - Tuesday, March 18, 2008 8:05 AM CDT

Hey Jordan;
It's been too long since I checked in with you and your family....I'm so happy to hear you're doing well (Clear PET scan YEAH)...hope to get another update soon to know that the Sinusitis is improving and your spine is as it should be. You are always in my prayers...continue to have good days and please give my love to your mom!
Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Monday, March 17, 2008 3:57 PM CDT

Hi from Florida here. Glad to hear all the good news (not that Bob's muscle spasms are good news).By the way, your new family picture is really nice!
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Dunedin, FL USA - Monday, March 3, 2008 7:54 PM CST

Yeah! I am so glad to hear the good news! Doesn't it feel good to breathe after good scans? We will continue to pray for all with cancer and hope that a cure is just around the corner. Love, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Monday, March 3, 2008 6:51 PM CST

We are so relieved to hear the good news. What wonderful news! I am sure that you are all breathing a sigh of relief. Bless you all

Melinda Hutchinson <mghutchinson@aol.com>
Salem, Va usa - Sunday, March 2, 2008 6:51 PM CST

Any news on Jordan's scans?? Hope all is well.
Melinda Hutchinson <mghutchinson@aol.com>
Salem, VA USA - Thursday, February 28, 2008 12:32 AM CST

Helllo Karen!
I saw your boys last week...=)
It was sooooo great to see Jordan! He's so handsome and tall and OLD! UGH, I still think I'm 21, so for him to be 17 makes me realize I'm no spring chicken!!!
Anyway...I didn't get to say goodbye, so I hope Bob's surgery went well. Tell Jordan I miss him, and you update soon on clean scans!!
Take care!!

Liz Barry <barrye@mskcc.org>
- Monday, February 25, 2008 11:55 AM CST

Hi Marquis Family. Hope all is well. Waiting for the results of Jordan's scans and info on Bob. Keep updating.
Barb Callahan <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
- Saturday, February 23, 2008 11:29 AM CST

Just wanted to let you know we are here praying for you and all clear scans. There are so few that have gone as long as you that you are our champion. For every clear scan that you receive gives hope to all others. Got our fingers and everything else crossed!!
The Hutchinson Family
Melinda Hutchinson <mghutchinson@aol.com>
Salem, Va USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 9:53 AM CST

Jordo~
Loving you always and always praying...clear scans, perfect counts, clear scans, perfect counts and of course a safe trip to NYC.
Love,
Auntie Amy et al
Amy Dansereau <abrfd@cox.net>
- Sunday, February 17, 2008 8:53 PM CST

Hi Jordan, Karen, and the whole gang. Hope to hear all good news next week. Don't let all of us down! Love always, and prayers included. Beth, Greg, Matt, and Ira
Beth Orgel <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
- Sunday, February 17, 2008 9:58 AM CST

We can't wait to hear good news on Monday. Enjoy the weekend. Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Saturday, February 16, 2008 10:18 AM CST

What a beautiful family. We continue to pray.
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Monday, January 28, 2008 7:27 AM CST

Hellloooo Marquis gang...
Just stopping by to say hi...I could not be happier that you had a good holiday season....My only thought on your posting...GIRLFRIEND!?!?! WHAAAAAT!! I can't believe you're that far out of this whole ordeal...miss you all...Good luck taking care of your next patient...feel better Bob!!
Liz Barry <barrye@mskcc.org>
- Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:21 PM CST

FINALLY........................a new picture!! It is a wonderful picture of all of you! Dare I say it's about time????? That's the best one you have ever had on the bridge! Thanks! Good news from you all is always welcome!
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Dunedin, Florida USA - Thursday, January 10, 2008 9:48 PM CST

I am so glad things are going well. Jordan continues to impress us. Keep up the good work. I wish a cure for 2008!
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 7:27 AM CST

WHERE is a new family picture, Karen?? I am STILL waiting (as is probably the rest of the world who knows you guys)!!PLEASE??????????????????
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Dunedin, Florida USA - Tuesday, January 1, 2008 7:19 PM CST

Hey Jordan - So glad to hear your scans are CLEAR! That is the best Christmas present we could get. I hope you and your entire family enjoy a peaceful holiday season and that the new year brings you continued good health and a butt load of FUN!
You are always in my thoughts and prayers! Give your mom a big hug for me!!!
Love,
Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT 06119 - Tuesday, December 18, 2007 8:00 AM CST

Okay, Karen............how about a NEW Christmas picture of everyone? Last year's is still on your site and there is NO excuse for that!!Greetings here from Florida. It is HOT here (during the day).Come visit. I know I can usually count on your guys for at least one Florida trip! I am so glad all is well.

Please note the new e-mail address as well.
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Dunedin, FL USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 5:33 AM CST

Karen & Jordan,
Hi there! I was soooo happy to finally read some good news. I'm telling you, I hadn't checked the websites lately and I was just reading bad news after bad news....I needed this. I'm so happy for you all. Take care and as always...you are in our thoughts and prayers. Enjoy! :)
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Thursday, December 6, 2007 10:28 AM CST

Glad to hear about the scans. I too was so sorry to hear about Nikki:(
Shannon White <rswhite7@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 2, 2007 2:20 AM CST

Hey Marquis Clan...I'm so happy to hear the good news. I'm sorry I haven't posted lately, don't think for a moment it's cause i haven't been thinking about you - Of course I have...it's just been a busy time!
Well, I've got another interview to run to. Stay well and let's try and get together for a drink during the holidays!
love,
Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Thursday, November 29, 2007 10:20 AM CST

I'm so glad to hear that the Jordan's initial results are so good. I look forward to reading that the scans are good too. The waiting game is not easy. I hope Bob is on the mend and that his sister continues to to do well. You are in my thoughts often.
Tanina Chabot <tlchabot@comcast.net>
Bristol, CT USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 8:45 PM CST

Bob and Karen, I just noticed this website dedicated to Jordan. I think of you guys often and wonder.Now I can read up on his progress. Bob, I had reconstruction on my left knee...Damn football.I hope all is well.
Nate
Nate Cody <ncody2000@yahoo.com>
Cheshire, CT USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 4:48 PM CST

I love hearing good news from the Marquis family. It was great seeing you last week,Karen, and seeing Bob, Zack, Em and you the weekend before. I am on my way to Florida. Make sure you include me in your next jaunt to Disney. Much love to all the Marquis family.
Betsy Riedel <riedelelizabeth@yahoo.com>
Burlington, CT USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 7:34 PM CST

Hello, I'm 23 year old boy living in Korea

I have been very healthy and doing body building.

On November, 2006, I felt an abdominal discomfort with a palpable mass in my stomach. So I went to hospital and took a CT.

The CT finding revealed 14 * 15 cm bulky mass in a pelvic cavity. So the laparoscopic biopsy was done and the "Desmoplastic small round cell tumor" was diagnosed.

younhyuklee <leeyhyuk@hanmail.net>
seoul, korea - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 8:15 AM CST

Hi Karen & Family,

I just wanted to say that I love NOT seeing updates from you....knowing that that means everything is under control. It's nice to be reminded that there are families who have gone through this ordeal and are back to a normal life. I'm glad Bob is doing well with his recovery and that you are enjoying your new job. I will add your sister-in-law to our prayers and I hope you all have a happy Thanksgiving. We should all be so thankful for the time we have together on this earth and it becomes so much more important when we are faced with the knowledge that it could all change tomorrow. That might be the most life changing thing that I have learned through this whole thing. Well take care and say Hi to Jordan for us.

Susan McGinley and Family
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 2:06 PM CST

Just wanted to let you know that Jordan and your family are rarely far from my thoughts. I also check your site and completely understand about updates! I think it is wonderful that you can now turn your attention back to just getting on with living. That is what this is all about . . getting back to life and away from this rotten disease. You take care, and have an absolutely well deserved and wonderful Thanksgiving.

Hugs to you,
Mom to Nathan, dx 3/05, DSRCT stage IV
Patty Robertson <nathan.neal@gmail.com>
Thomastom, ME - Monday, November 12, 2007 8:10 AM CST

I'm so glad to hear that Jordan is doing well. I hope Bob's recovery will go smoothly and quickly. Good News in the neighborhood is always welcome!!!!
Tanina Chabot <tlchabot@comcast.net>
Bristol, CT USA - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 7:55 PM CDT

Hi Karen & Jordan,
I am assuming since there is no news that it is good news. Just checking in you all and sending good thoughts your way. Take care and enjoy today!

Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
SANGER, ca USA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 3:27 PM CDT

Dear Marquis Clan:
Congratulations to Jordan on continued good news and to his father on his outstanding performance during a recent salmon fishing trip. Went to see Grandma Dot in the hospital. Didn't know exactly which room was hers until I heard her barking out orders to the staff. Upon arrival the friend who had been visiting bolted from the room like her parole just came through. Spent the next two hours listening to Dot describe her ailment in vivid detail while she showed us the parts of her body that were affected. Thank goodness she didn't have hemorrhoids. All in all, a visit I'll not soon forget. Everyone please stay healthy!
John and Mary Hyde
Burlington, Ct U.S.A. - Tuesday, October 9, 2007 7:06 PM CDT

I'm so glad to hear that the scans were clear. I hope everyone has great year!!!
Tanina Chabot <tlchabot@comcast.net>
Bristol, CT USA - Monday, September 24, 2007 6:02 PM CDT

Hi Karen and Jordan,

That was terrific news on the 1st. I'm glad to hear that things are going so well for you all. Continued good health to your whole family. Your friends in Tucson, AZ
The Stahl-McGinleys
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2007 4:13 PM CDT

Clear scans is fantastic news . . it's also fantastic news that ALL your kids are back in school. Now, maybe you can relax .. just a little?

Take care of yourself and know that Jordan and your family are never far from my thoughts. You are an amazing family.
Now, for goodness sakes, stay normal . . or . . hmmm . . no medical excitement might be better . . wishing you all good health and continued no evidence of disease.

http://www.caringbridge.org/me/nathan
Patty Robertson <nathan.neal@gmail.com>
Thomaston, ME - Sunday, September 16, 2007 9:55 AM CDT

Hi Karen & Jordan,
YAY!!!! I'm so happy for you guys!! Clear scans, little dude, you rock! I needed some really positive news and I should have read your page first but I'm hopping all over the place. So happy to hear life is better and somewhat normal. Woo Hoo!!! Cool news!!
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Monday, September 10, 2007 1:57 PM CDT

Jordo, I have all my fingers and toes crossed that you do well in school. I know its been a long time since you have seen the inside of dear old BEHS--but I know you will do well. Remember all my little chats we had while I let you drive the car. Talk to you soon. Love ya bud.
Gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
- Thursday, September 6, 2007 6:50 PM CDT

Congrats on the "all clear" scans. What wonderful news and now you can all breathe again! Enjoy school and have a great week. We will keep checking in to see how your doing and make sure everything is ok.
Melinda Hutchinson <Mghutchinson@aol.com>
Salem, VA USA - Tuesday, September 4, 2007 1:12 PM CDT

Hi Marquis Mom,
Congrats on having all kids in school system. Do you think that Bd of Ed in Bristol will survive your brood? I think that they are only enriched by having the Marquis siblings aboard.
Barb Callahan <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
Bristol, CT - Monday, September 3, 2007 10:41 AM CDT

Hi Karen & Gang,
Just checking in and letting you know we're thinking of you.....have a great week. :-)

www.caringbridge.org/visit/raymondalaniz
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2007 6:53 PM CDT

Karen,
I would be so thrilled and honored to met you and Jordan. Most likely Patrick will still be in the hospital, however if not we are staying at 53rd and 7th. My cell # is 816-517-4924. Call me and I'll come down. Oh yeah, Patrick is in Rm 932A. I haven't been staying overnight the past week,(he will be 22 Sept. 8th)Patrick gets sick of me once he starts getting better. He likes to sleep till 4:00 pm watch weird shows and do what he wants, so call me so we can make plans.

So great to hear from you!
Gina
Gina Beasley <beasleypg3@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, August 23, 2007 8:44 AM CDT

Hello Marquis Family,
How time flies....kids in school and things are good. Finally, a break! Karen, I hope you know what to do with yourself and all this time. Raymond just went to school for the first time all day soooo...I am catching up with my extended DSRCT family. Makes my heart warm to hear of such good news for you and your family. Take care and we're praying for you always....CLEAR SCANS!!!

www.caringbridge.org/visit/raymondalaniz
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA USA - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:58 AM CDT

Best of luck to you Jordan on your upcoming scans. You, Greg, and the others who have beaten this and moved on with life are our hope and inspiration. Our prayers will be with you. I am so happy to see how well you have been doing and going back to school!!!
Melinda Hutchinson <mghutchinson@aol.com>
Salem, Va united states - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:22 AM CDT

I am so glad Jordan is doing well. We will be praying for great scans. Have fun getting ready for another school year! Thank you God! Love to all, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Monday, August 20, 2007 7:00 AM CDT

Jordan jordan bo bordan
banana fanna fo fordan
me my mo mordan
JORDAN
Auntie loves you!
Amy <abrfd@cox.net>
Alexandria:-(, VA USA - Friday, August 17, 2007 9:25 PM CDT

Could you guys PLEASE put a new picture on the bridge??
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT USA - Tuesday, August 14, 2007 7:22 PM CDT

Hello Marquis Family,
Glad to hear all is well with Jordan. Sorry I haven't written in a while. Internet problems!! Along with everything else!! LOL!! We are doing well. Check out the new pics I posted. Thanks for writing on Raymond's page, I look forward to hearing from my DSRCT family. Take care and God Bless!!

www.caringbridge.org/visit/raymondalaniz
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@hotmail.com>
Sanger, CA 93657 - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 3:03 AM CDT

Hey Jordan...I'm so happy to hear your good news! I'm at work right now and am on a conference call...it's all blah blah blah...techie talk that goes right over my head!
thought I'd check out your site for an update and a dose of your mom's witty remarks...It's kinda like taking my meds...she makes me laugh - it's better than an apple a day!
Continue to enjoy your summer Jordan...you remain in my thoughts and prayers!
Love, Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
west hartford, ct - Thursday, July 26, 2007 3:43 PM CDT

Hey Jordan
I'm so happy to read the continued good news on your recovery and overall health. Sounds like you're pushing all the right buttons with your folks. It's tough for your mom cause she was so angelic as a teen...your dad on the other hand - I hear he was a hell raiser. You deserve to have a good time and to enjoy feeling good! I myself prefer to ask forgiveness than ask permission...not always the best tactic, but it's worked so far!
I hope you continue to have a happy and healthy summer!
Love to your whole family,
Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Monday, July 16, 2007 12:01 AM CDT

Hang in there Marquis family, I'm sure it's just a phase. You didn't think you'd breeze through teenagehood with a kid who's battled two different cancers without a few bumps along the way did ya???? He's a GREAT kid and it's not surprising that he's going to act out a little here and there especially after never complaining the whole time he went through treatment. Remind him how much you love him everyday (even during those few times when he is turning your hair gray) Now go enjoy your summer. You deserve it after being in lockdown last summer. Actually your whole family deserves a gold medal after what you've been through over the last 4 years.

Love,
Barb

Barb
- Saturday, July 14, 2007 9:04 PM CDT

I keep seeing Jordan all over the place on his bike. One of these days I'll actually catch him close enough to say hello. Glad all is well. Much love to all Marquis people!
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT USA - Friday, June 22, 2007 1:08 PM CDT

Wow, what a great update. God Bless you Jordan, keep going in the right direction. Its been a tough fight, but you have kept up your spirits even though at times I know you would have like to say the heck with it, espically those 4 months in the hospital last year, but, now its just going forward and doing a good job in school, and keeping as healty as you can. I love ya Jordo, and I will always be there for you.

I will keep you in my prayers, espically to St Peregrine, he has been with you the whole way.

Ill see ya later. Have a good day.

Love ya

gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
- Sunday, June 17, 2007 11:33 AM CDT

Whew, Auntie Kath can breath again. Thanks for a great update. Keep up the great work!!!!
We love you.
Kathie Kehler
Bristol, Ct - Friday, June 8, 2007 6:38 PM CDT

Glad to hear the scans are clear! Battling this cancer changes our lives forever, but at least some of the experiences are positive ones. Ray has not stopped smiling since he spent time with Tom Bergeron on Friday. We are using his laptop to update the carepage from here at the hospital and show all the staff the pics of his day with Tom. Hope things continue to look positive for Jordan and your family!
Eric Knowles <yahdadtco@netscape.com>
Barrington, NH USA - Wednesday, June 6, 2007 1:42 PM CDT

YEAH JORDAN...I'm so happy to hear your wonderful news! Try as I might I can't come up with anything, funny, sarcastic or otherwise amusing to add...just ...CONGRATS - continue to feel strong and know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers!
Love,
Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Wednesday, June 6, 2007 11:52 AM CDT

Yeah! I love clear scan news! Jordan, take care of yourself, you give us all hope. Have a great summer, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Tuesday, June 5, 2007 3:00 PM CDT

Yipee yay!!! What wonderful news on the cat scan. Glad to hear that everyone is doing well. Take care,

Susan McGinley (maggie's mom)
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Sunday, June 3, 2007 11:59 AM CDT

Glad to hear such good news about the scans. I think I saw Jordan and a friend on bikes yesterday down by Dunphy's. I am keeping positive thoughts, as usual. Much love to all Marquis!
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT USA - Sunday, June 3, 2007 11:18 AM CDT

Oh Joy, Oh Joy! Seems like we'll both be celebrating this week end. Yippee!
Beth Orgel <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
Toledo, OH - Saturday, June 2, 2007 9:06 PM CDT

Hi Karen & Marquis Family,
Just read about Jordan's scans from last week. I will deffinately pray for positive results. Sounds like you had a busy busy time last week with appts and travel. And, no cancer never plays fair. What a different world we live in once the big "c" word surfaces. But we are here and the moment is good. Our children are running around and being kids.....I'm so greatful for those moments. Speaking of which, at this moment my son, Raymond is refusing to go to school because he feels "sick". Now, I would be worried any other time but the little smirk on his face tells me he is anything but "sick". (LOL!!) We're thinking of you...stay strong!
Love Ya Guys!!
Tracy & Raymond
www.caringbridge.org/visit/raymondalaniz
Tracy <tmo2@comcast.net>
Sanger, CA USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 12:51 AM CDT

Dear Karen, I have seen your entries on Joshuas website over the past several months now, and saw tonight that you also had a caring bridge site, so I clicked on and read about Jordan. I will keep him in my prayers, and will pray for your family as well. Romans 12:12 says" Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." God bless your family. With love, Amy Wightman
Amy Wightman <jpwightman@verizon.net>
- Sunday, May 27, 2007 8:29 PM CDT

Hey guys. Karen, we're right there with you praying for good scan results. If you're "paranoid", so are we all! Make sure to say "hello" to Dr LaQuaglia for us!
Love and hugs to you all.
Beth O <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
Toledo, OH - Sunday, May 27, 2007 5:09 PM CDT

Always good to see an update! Sounds like you had a whirlwind trip but all went well. Don't you just wish they'd give the results immediately so you don't have to wonder the entire holiday weekend? We will keep Jordan and your family tight in prayer that those scans come back clean. In the meantime have a great weekend and enjoy, enjoy, enjoy some normal family time.

Love to you,
Patty Robertson <nathan.neal@gmail.com>
Thomaston, ME USA - Friday, May 25, 2007 5:23 PM CDT

Hi Karen,
I am always so happy to see that there are no updates on Jordan's website. I caught the stomach bug this weekend - perhaps from reading the entry? Nah, not possible.
Barb Callahan <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
- Friday, May 18, 2007 7:04 PM CDT

STay strong and fight for your healthy status. My son, Mark DeWalle, is also a DSRCT victim and he continues to struggle with this monster. You are an inspiration to others. Follow Mark at www.markdewalle.com
Barb DeWalle <Barba21885@aol.com>
- Friday, May 18, 2007 4:22 AM CDT

Hi Karen & Family,
Sorry it's been so long since I've written. Things have been a little crazy at our place but they are getting better. I am glad to hear that Jordan is doing well. Gets his port out soon?! What great news!!!!! Raymond started radiation and he's going to have some more chemo when he is done. One day at a time. We had that nasty flu bug go around here too....not cool at all!
Have a great week......thinking about you guys and praying for you.....sending hugs your way!
Tracy & Raymond
www.caringbridge.org/visist/raymondalaniz
Tracy <t2morgan@comcast.net>
Sanger, CA USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 1:13 PM CDT

Hello,

Just wanted to let you know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers in Tucson. Sorry to hear about the stomach bug...hope that has cleared out of the house by now. Take care,

Susan & Maggie
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Friday, May 4, 2007 2:20 PM CDT

Hi Jordan
My name is Jenna and I came across your site. You are an inspiration, and I hope you get over this flu bug soon. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
caringbridge.org/canada/jenna
Jenna <fighter_smiley@yahoo.ca>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Thursday, May 3, 2007 4:11 PM CDT

Hi Jordan and family. Your story is encouraging and I really appreciate that your mom has us on her prayer list. My son Raymond was diagnosed with DSRCT in December of '06 and has one more chemo left of the P6 protocol. We are now saddled with the decision about radiation and are doing as much research as possible. Glad to hear the port is coming out soon. Ray is so thin that it looks like he has a stack of 4-5 quarters under the skin of his chest!
Eric Knowles <yahdadtco@netscape.com>
Barrington, NH USA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 1:23 PM CDT

Hey Jordan...
Sounds like things are going really well for you! I'm so happy to hear all the good news..I know getting that stinkin' port out is a really big deal and I'm hoping it will happen just as your mom has outlined. So - you might be spending hours on end wondering how I AM...well - Joey and I are in Miami, enjoying the RAIN...ya - you heard me right...we left West Hartford after spending last weekend pumping water out of our yard and basement and came here to be rained on while relaxing on the beach...just my luck!!! I'm still hopeful we'll see some rays before heading home tomorrow night. I'd like to rent a boat and cruise the inter coastal, but Joey's wanted in these waters...YA...he got a ticket the last time we were in FL ...those no wake zones can really sneak up on ya..or better yet - sneak up on Joey!

So pray for sunshine and i'll pray for YOU!
Love ya bunches...Lynn
Lynn matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
Miami, FL - Sunday, April 22, 2007 5:58 PM CDT

What great news (not about the stomach bug, but about eventually removing the port . . duh )! Oh the joy to be finally rid of all that gear and stuff that goes along with treatment.

You all so much deserve a . . well . . not a calm summer . . but an exciting, fun filled wonderful time with family and friends summer. Here's hoping that Jordan has all that and much more as he goes forward with his life.

Enjoy!

Smiles from Maine . . little bit waterlogged here, but none the worse for wear.

Love to you,
Patty Robertson <nathan.neal@gmail.com>
Thomaston, ME - Friday, April 20, 2007 11:44 PM CDT

Hi Karen and Jordan (and the rest of the Marquis family, of course).
Glad you have no news. That's always a good sign! Hope you guys had a quiet and blessed Easter. Much love. Keep the knees in good shape guys! Both Justin and I go to Dr. Cucka, too, but I don't think we have kept him as busy as Bob and Jordan have these last few months!
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT. USA - Sunday, April 8, 2007 11:23 PM CDT

Thanks Karen, you said it perfectly....you don't know unless you've been there. So glad to read things are going in the right direction for Jordan. He's a real fighting miracle! Take care!
Marlena <jmhodges1@verizon.net>
- Sunday, April 8, 2007 5:24 AM CDT

Thanks for the words of wisdom, Karen. No one understands like those of us in this horrible cancer world. My greatest wish this Easter is for a cure. No one should have to endure what we have. God Bless, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Saturday, April 7, 2007 10:17 PM CDT

Karen,
You are one busy family. I read often and get tired just trying to keep up. As a mom of a DSRCT patient I am sure you get exhausted just with the day to day worries. I know lately I seem to be looking at everything like under a microscope and each time Nikki doesn't feel 100% I worry. I don't think that will ever change. Take care of those kids/husband, seems like you always do. I continue to pray for all of you and congrats to Jordon on all he has managed thru. (Hey if you haven't already, you know there is a great organization for brothers and sister of cancer kids called Super sibs. They send great little gifts for those kids periodically)
Take Care and God Bless

Kristi Schaut <kmschaut@hotmail.com>
Oakdale, MN USA - Monday, April 2, 2007 9:52 AM CDT

Hello Jordan & Family,

What wonderful news about having your port removed. It's probably one of those things that you don't want to get too excited about until they actually give you a date, but still I'm really excited for you. Glad to hear that all the knees are healing well. Thank you Karen for the positive messages that you have been leaving Maggie it's always nice to be reminded that we are not alone in this fight....not that I would wish this on anyone. It does help to know that others have already gone down this road and that there is hope. Our best to all of your family.

Susan McGinley
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Friday, March 30, 2007 10:40 PM CDT

Hi Karen & Jordan....and of course the whole Marquis Family!
No news is good news......I'm happy for you. :) Just wanted to say Hi and let you know that we are doing well. Life does have interesting turns and twists but having a relationship with people who are experiencing the same things somehow just makes it easier. Thanks for being there! Love you guys!

Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@cocmast.net>
Sanger, CA USA - Friday, March 30, 2007 4:02 PM CDT

Hi,
I was introduced to Jordan and his family thru his grandmother. On May 31st 2006 my son, Patrick was diagnoised with DSRCT. As you know there is NO information out there regarding this type of cancer. I was, and still am terrified! The message letting me know that I had friends out there made me feel a little better. Patrick was 20 at the time of diagnosis, he turned 21 on Sept. 8 2006. I would LOVE to communicate with you if you have any extra time. HA HA. I am up all night long, usually studying anything I can find, so contact me anytime. I pray daily for Jordan and the rest of your family. I hope this e-mail finds Jordan in as good as health as possible. Please tell Jordan's grandmother thank-you for contacting me! *** P.S. I have already contacted Beth, and we are currently raising the funds, while caring for the many complications of chemo, for the trip to New York. Please e-mail me at beasleypg3@hotmail.com if you can visit. Gina
Gina Beasley, Patrick's Mom <gina_m_beasley@yahoo.com>
Raymore, Mo U.S. - Friday, March 23, 2007 9:44 PM CDT

It is so hard to see these boys do dangerous things! After all we have watched them go through I don't want to see any of them get hurt. Ryan had skydiving on his list! I don't even want to mention it. They are so tough, I don't know if I could have done what they have done. Take care and keep safe, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Saturday, March 17, 2007 10:19 PM CDT

HI Karen, Jordan & Family,
Just wanted to say Hey there. Glad to hear things are starting to run a bit more smoothly in your household. Hope father and son are doing well in their knee rehab.
Take care, you all are in our continued prayers.
Susan

Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Saturday, March 17, 2007 10:07 AM CDT

AWESOME update Jord, We love you very much. I haven't commented her in a while so I just though I would reminde you we love you very much. Keep heading in the right direction. Love TT, Kenny, Kaitlyn, Kenny and Hailey.
Carol Rondeau <carol rondeau@sbcglobal.net>
bristol, c - Friday, March 16, 2007 5:27 PM CDT

Wonderful. Now you can put the BIGGER dirtbike under that circus tent! LOL.
Beth <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
Toledo, - Friday, March 16, 2007 7:40 AM CDT

So I'm Portland having flown all day and I decide to check in for an update - I'm happily reading along when I come to your final sentence Karen and it's like I've been sucker punched...all the air has left my lungs and I'm weazing like I've just run the 50 meter dash! You gave a big shout out to your witty poster and ...well...it wasn't ME!?!?!? Yo - John ...dare I say, quit stealing my thunder ay?!? I'm the witty one!!!
Now, I know this is about Jordan and now it's also about Bob...and we often send words of encouragement to Karen and the sibs...but in all honesty this is also about me...it's my place to write my little quips, making myself laugh out loud and frankly feel kinda important on the world wide web...So what did I do...I instantly clicked on "view postings"...and who was the very last poster...JOHN! Well ...JOHN...let me be the second to tell you that was a really funny posting...I mean really funny...You've got a gift...Well done my friend...
NOW...enough of that or John will feel important!
Jordan - back to you...Hope you're getting around ok...You're in my thoughts!
Love, Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Monday, March 5, 2007 7:58 PM CST

Greetings to All:
Went to confession last night and among my transgressions was wishing something rotten for some children. The priest became furious when I mentioned that it was some of the Marquis kids. "Haven't they had enough?" he asked. I explained that I've been fighting with two of them. Every year I ask that my firewood be stacked like a puzzle with each piece neatly fitted together. They, however, always stack it like it's the beginning of a game of pick-up sticks. You know, each piece precariously perched on top of the next. Well, Friday morning as I retrieved some wood I reached up and a huge log fell from the pile cracking the top of my skull, gently spinning in mid-air and falling like a pile-driver on the big toe of my right foot (also damaging the left ear of my bunny slipper). Of course this caused me to react by instantly and violently raising the afflicted foot thereby throwing the wood back into the air where is scraped down the length of my left shin before gently slamming into my left foot where it came to rest. I told the priest how images of the two eldest Marquis boys came instantly to mind. I didn't wish them a broken leg or anything. Heck, they've already got one of the those in the house but in a moment of weakness I did ask God for a severe sprain or at the very least a strain of some kind. In any event, the priest told me how the Bible teaches something about suffering the little children and, although God didn't exactly have wood stacking in mind, that I should forgive and as my penance write this, my apology. So...Sorry. Hope all is well....sort of.
P.S. I think one of the boys left a sweater here. I have no idea how it got ripped so badly.
John and Mary Hyde
Burlington, CT U.S.A. - Sunday, March 4, 2007 7:55 AM CST

Hi Karen & Jordan,
I saw the note you left on Maggie's site and read about the broken leg...that stinks. I hope you won't be in the cast too long. Out here in Arizona our only concern when it comes to casts is at least it's not summer and 110 degrees. Holy cow Karen, two men with bum legs at the same time, you definately are going to deserve a trip to a day spa. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers for Maggie. You're so cute, with all that you have going on, you still find time to check in on all of the other kids. Well, I hope you all continue to hang in there. You are in our prayers here in Tucson.

Susan
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Friday, March 2, 2007 1:00 AM CST

A broken leg, huh . . and a husband with knee surgery . . man, and I thought we needed the circus music! Maybe you should make up a recording for all us folks dealing not only with cancer but all these other . . trivial medical issues. Looks like your husbands knee surgery has my husbands infected cyst beat though. And, poor Jordan . . still it probably seems minor to him with all he's been through . . broken leg, ehhh!! Can handle that. He'll be up and on that bike just in time for spring . . and mud season.

You stay well!!
Patty Robertson <nathan.neal@gmail.com>
Thomaston, ME USA - Thursday, March 1, 2007 11:53 PM CST

Wish I could think of something to say but I am sitting here totally dumbfounded. but here goes-------God bless, God bless, God bless.Aunt Joan and Uncle Fred
Joan McDonald
Mashpee, Ma USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2007 5:44 PM CST

Hi Karen & Jordan,
Goodness! I'm just trying to figure out how you're still sane Karen! Talk about a full plate. Just imagine, when all of this is behind you....you won't know what to do with yourself. I'm sure you'd like to find out though....perhaps a weekend retreat as was suggested by some other friends! You all are still in our thoughts and prayers, take care and my hat is off to you!

www.caringbridge.org/visit/raymondalaniz
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@comcast.net>
Sanger, CA USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2007 10:12 AM CST

I agree with Sue. I think Karen needs a ladies week-end, so anytime your ready let us know, and you can pick where you want to go. Of course, this is Karen we are talking about, we all know she won't leave her Bob when he is hurting and still on crutches. It was a nice thought though. Love ya all.
Gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.net>
- Tuesday, February 27, 2007 5:51 PM CST

A broken leg and knee surgery...it sounds to me like Jordan and Bob are just trying to compete with each other. And all of us are just encouraging them by posting all of our sympathetic comments. So I say that we ignore them and concentrate on Karen. We don't see HER going out and engaging in dangerous, consequence-ridden behavior, do we? We love you, Karen!!!! You take care of yourself, Karen!!!! Now in case any of you are getting annoyed with me, I am just kidding--mostly, anyway. You know I love Jordan and Bob, too.
Susan <suscollard@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Friday, February 23, 2007 7:19 PM CST

Are you flippin' kidding me??? Jordan Marquis - I'm going to hang you by your ...hmmm thinking about the audience and knowing I should keep this clean....by your thumbs!!! A broken leg on top of everything...I sure as heck hope you were having an incredibly good time before you got hurt...and I really hope it didn't hurt too much and that you will be up and about and dare I say back on your bike in no time!!! I was going to say your mom is going to go prematurely grey, but I don't think that's good enough...she's going to go absolutely BALD...and while she has a beautiful face, I like it best when her hair is in her eyes!!! So can you please take it easy on her? Chill for a bit?!?!?
Now for you...Bob...how's your knee? Are the crutches aching your arm pits yet? Hope you're up and feeling better asap!
Karen...If you need a drinking buddy you know who to call...I make a mean dirty Grey Goose Martini...just call!!!
love you all,
Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
west hartford, ct - Thursday, February 22, 2007 3:29 PM CST

Hi Jordan and Family,

At dinner tonight, Sarah was talking about her friend Emily and we decided to check in on you. Sarah has been wishing to ride ET again!!! What a BUMMER about the knee and leg. ugh. Just wanted to you to know we were thinking of you.
Lara, Andy, Noah and Sarah Nelson <alnelson@cox.net>
scottsdale, az - Wednesday, February 21, 2007 9:03 PM CST

Jordan did WHAT??! Oh Lord, just lock the boy in a safe place until all the excitement calms down, will ya? Better not let Dr LaQ hear what happened. You know his feelings on the subject of dirt bikes already. Seriously, hope you heal quickly Jordan. I know your mom can't handle any more excitment. Put the circus tents away.
Beth Orgel <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, February 20, 2007 4:35 PM CST

Jordan did WHAT??! Oh Lord, just lock the boy in a safe place until all the excitement calms down, will ya? Better not let Dr LaQ hear what happened. You know his feelings on the suject of dirt bikes already. Seriously, hope you heal quickly Jordan. I know your mom can't handle any more excitment. Put the circus tents away.
Beth Orgel <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, February 20, 2007 4:34 PM CST

For crying out loud, could you PLEASE quell that excitement?? We can't stand it out here in cyberspace. Dr. Cucka is the best, Jordan. He has seen me (and Justin) on numerous occasions and we always got better! I am truly sorry you're curtailed at the moment though, and not in too much pain!
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT USA - Saturday, February 17, 2007 9:30 PM CST

Hi Karen & Jordan,
Boy, you are not kidding about dull moments with the family! I'm glad that you are doing well otherwise. We're thinking of you guys. We got to come home this past Tuesday. Raymond is doing well and says Hi! We'll check in on you all soon. Take care and God Bless!!
Tracy Morgan & Raymond Alaniz <t2morgan@comcast.net>
Sanger, CA USA - Friday, February 16, 2007 0:54 AM CST

Jordo, Jordo, Jordo. We are going to put in you a glass cage so nothing else happens to you. I can't believe it, and now your mother tells me they put a new cast on, so I will have to come over and sign this one. I'll write something nice this time, since you didn't like what I put on yesterday. So Happy Valentines Day to all of you. Tell your father, good luck on Friday. Now I suppose I have to bring him a banana split!!!!!

Nice update Johnnie. I still think you missed your calling.
gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.com>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2007 2:59 PM CST

Hey Karen and Jordan. Stop obsessing about the weight, will ya? Matt has grown 3 inches since last fall and still weighs less than 110. He's 5'7'', already. Talk about thin! If he stands sideways, you can't see him.....
Hope all remain well, otherwise. Hugs from the frozen midwest.
Beth O <bkorgel@dsrct.com>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2007 2:10 PM CST

Careful on the ice Jordo...wouldn't want ya to break a leg or anything!!!
HeeHee...your auntie loves you!!!
Amy <abrfd@sbcglobal.net>
- Wednesday, February 14, 2007 6:48 AM CST

Hi Karen - You might want to try the Avon skin so soft for Jordon's dry skin. Its a mineral oil based product. It might help. Good luck.

Lori Bush <lbush99@comcast.net>
Bristol, ct hartford - Tuesday, February 13, 2007 10:12 PM CST

Greetings to All:
The firewood arrived and I was delighted to learn that the Marquis Brothers Wood Stacking Company was now available. Jordan assured me that the crew would be here Saturday at 9:00 a.m. sharp but at 10:30 a.m. Karen, the business secretary, called to say the boys were just now contemplating getting out of bed. Once in Burlington Jordan warned me that he would have to take care of a little procedure but assured me everything would be fine. Anyway, since it was around noon they insisted on lunch. I'm not saying they're spoiled but when I brought them burgers, chicken fingers and fries they both sniffed them and said "whenever Grandma goes to that restaurant she brings us lobster bisque!" (I know that that's not true because after an incident in Maine, Grandma is not allowed to say the word "lobster" in a restauant. Of course, we're never supposed to speak of that). Anyway, the afternoon passed, the wood was stacked and I worried about Jordan. It was then that I learned he wasn't scheduled for a procedure but I was. Now that the work was done, he and Matt gleefully performed what they called a wallet-ectomy. That's when you hold your wallet open and they essentially grab whatever they want. Those two guys have spent way too much time around hospitals and doctors. I'm glad they're feeling better but after dealing with them I'm not feeling so good, in fact I'm feeling much poorer. Also sorry to hear about Jordan's latest dirt bike crash. Remember, Jordan, the next time you ride go back to basics....no not the things you learned from Gary Bailey. Talk to Emily, I think she's got some training wheels she's not using.

John and Mary Hyde <Mary-hyde@sbcglobal.net>
Burlington, Ct U.S.A. - Tuesday, February 13, 2007 9:43 PM CST

Hey my friend...continued good news...I love that!
Life is moving at crazy speeds these days...trying to keep my head above water and reading your sight to keep life's challenges in perspective! You are my North Star and guiding light Jordan...Continue to get strong!
Love, Lynn
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT - Monday, February 12, 2007 2:13 PM CST

Hey Jordan,
Are you driving yet?? There aren't too many germs in the car and so you have no excuse on that one! Sorry you can't back go back to school quite yet. Say hi to your mom for me....of course I could stop by. Hope to see you soon.
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT USA - Saturday, February 10, 2007 1:16 PM CST

Hi Karen & Jordan,
Just wanted to pop in and say Hi! I'm so glad to hear that you all are doing well. We are thinking of you all and we continue to keep you all in our prayers.
God Bless
Tracy & Raymond <t2morgan@comcast.net>
Sanger, CA USA - Wednesday, February 7, 2007 7:01 PM CST

Hi Jordan & Family,

I'm sorry that it has taken me so long to write. My name is Susan McGinley. I am the mother of Maggie Stahl (DSRCT in Tucson, AZ). Your story is very inspirational to those of us who have just begun this journey. It absolutely gives us waves of hope to know that others have traveled this path and are coming out of the mountains on the other side. We knew this was going to be a tough hike, but your spirit and drive only adds to Maggies determination to reach the other side as well. We are beyond thrilled to hear that you are doing so well and that you are starting to resume some of your old activities. You and your family are in our prayers. Take care.

Susan
Susan McGinley <susancmcginley22@msn.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Thursday, February 1, 2007 10:27 AM CST

Hey Jordan - It's been too long! I read your mom's updates, but it's been a busy few months with little time to write - but know that you are always in my prayers and often thought of!
Shame on me for nothing funny to post, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten about you...
Much love - hey to mom for me!!!
Lynn Matthews <lynn.matthews@nike.com>
West Hartford, CT USA - Sunday, January 28, 2007 10:23 AM CST

I AM GLAD TO HEAR ALL IS WELL.....CALM WATERS ALL ALWAYS NICE. OHHHH BY THE WAY HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT MAMA BEING BACK??? :)I AM GLAD YOU AND AMY FIND IT HUMEROUS, I FIND IT WELL.....THIS IS A FAMILY SIGHT SO USE YOUR IMAGINATION!BE WELL ADN TELL EVERYONE I SAID HI...WE ARE ON THE FINAL COUNTDOWN TO PUPPY DAYS.....GOT A CRATE??
REBECCA <BECKABROOK@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
- Wednesday, January 24, 2007 10:10 AM CST

We are so glad surgery went well. Dr. L is the best! Know that we are praying every step of the way. Take care and FIGHT!
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Friday, January 19, 2007 7:05 AM CST

I'm so thrilled that you all got to go to Disney as a family. You all so deserve that time together. What a wonderful vacation for you.

And, now, back to the ole grind. Tell Matt to hang in there too, he's a very special kid to do this for his brother.

I got a chuckle out of the thoughts of Jordans doctor giving him the okay to go out and ride his dirtbike . . ha! Like, yikes. But, I suppose if he loves it . . ya gotta let him do it.

Take care,

Patty Robertson <nathan.neal@gmail.com>
Thomaston, ME - Saturday, January 13, 2007 6:18 PM CST

Glad you had such a good time in FL. I want to see pictures, espically of Emily in the teacups. At long last we don't have to hear her cry because she didn't get to ride in the teacups the last time she was there, what was she at the time, 3yo. Just kidding. Thanks for the update, and Matt, thanks for all your donations to Jordo. Jordo, keep up the good work, keep fighting and be nice to Mattie. I love you guys. Talk to you all later.
gram <mamafargo@sbcglobal.com>
- Saturday, January 13, 2007 7:59 AM CST

Happy New Year! We hope that you are all feeling well these days. We think of you foten and check your site frequently!
Love,
Courtney, Rich, and Tristan Campbell
Courtney Campbell <signey4@hotmail.com>
- Friday, January 12, 2007 4:40 PM CST

Wanted to wish you guys a Happy Healthy New year! Glad to hear things continue to go well for you and hope you enjoyed the holidays! Thank you for your encouraging notes and prayers as they make all the difference.
Much love,

Marlena Hodges <jmhodges1@verizon.net>
- Thursday, January 4, 2007 6:55 AM CST

Good Morning Jordan:
Uncle Fred and I want to wish you a very Happy Birthday. You continue to be in our prayers and we continue to be in awe of your courage and strength. You are so blessed by your Mom and Dad. We wish you all a happy and healthy 2007.
Much love to all Aunt Joan and Uncle Fred
Joan McDonald <jmass03@verizon.net>
Mashpee, Ma USA - Wednesday, January 3, 2007 9:23 AM CST

Happy Birthday Jordan. This is my first time on your site and you sound like a wonderful 16 year old! I hope and pray this is your best year yet. It sounds like you are off to a great start with that party. We will be praying for you, Missy
missy <dm4rs@cox.net>
omaha, ne usa - Monday, January 1, 2007 5:57 PM CST

Well, it is about time that there was an updated picture on this site! It has been so long that I actually didn't recognize the kids. I thought Em was Caitlin......... (that is Em, right?)Much love to all of you this new year.
Betsy Riedel <BETSRN@comcast.net>
Burlington, CT USA - Monday, January 1, 2007 3:02 PM CST

Happy New Year to Karen and family. May the roller coaster of life begin to slow down. Your holidays sounded wonderful - all of them including Jordan's birthday. Karen, just wait for the 'normal' worries of parenting. Beginning with Jordan's driving. Grey is a good color for you. Forget the dye. (Not that you need to dye. I know that your hair is natural. It is only us old folkes that must keep up appearences.) Love always.
Barb Callahan <bccallahan@sbcglobal.net>
- Monday, January 1, 2007 10:20 AM CST

Hi everyone. I just want to wish you all a very Happy and Healthy New Year!!! Jordan, happy belated birthday!
Tracie Smith <traelyn@comcast.net>
Bristol, CT USA - Monday, January 1, 2007 1:09 AM CST

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