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G'day Amanda
I found your link today
congratulations on your wonderful results 3 years post transplant is amazing
Keep kicking leukaemia's butt sweetie :-)
with Love Jacob's mum
"Leukaemia Sux"

Just dropping by to say HI:)
Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Tuesday, April 3, 2007 8:04 AM CDT

Hoping this finds you all doing well. So sorry, Sprite who runs Smile Quilts has been out of commission for a while, so the site has been in limbo for months. Unsure whats going to happen with it, but we are thinking of you and wishing you all the best.

Keeping you in our prayers:)
Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

Just wanted you to know we dropped by:) I don't sign in always so I wanted to make sure we left you a note to let you know you are in our thoughts:) I love those opening words but I do understand what you mean... I am glad Amanda is doing well:)
Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

I am praying you can either keep things down or they find a simple problem and fix it. Your problems are huge because they are yours. We can always tell ourselves that so many people go through so much worse but the fact is, your child, your problems, HUGE. There is no way around that. We want the best for our kids. WE should. So, my prayers are with you that Amanda can start feeling a LOT better and show a lot of significant improvements. God bless.
Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

I am so glad you can be out for Halloween:) Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

Laurie, thanks so much for the updates:) Amanda, we are praying for you that this will soon pass and you will be feeling MUCH better:) Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

We are praying that things will go very smoothly and those new cells will GROW:) Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

That rent is OUTRAGEOUS! My son lives in a lovely apartment with all the amenities, a screened in porch and a Lake Johnson view in a ritzy Raleigh neighborhood for less that $500/month. Try staying at Ronald McDonald House!!! Please contact me and I'm sure we can find a MUCH cheaper place if Ronald McDonald House is full, which it very rarely is at Duke!

Debbie
800-622-6872 (NC only)

Praying for Amanda and your whole family!

I had no idea of Amanda's relapse. I am so sorry. I haven't checked for a few months. Please know our prayers are with you. I would like to add her to the prayer request on Katia's page if that is okay with you. My email is below. Love, Tracy and Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

Hi! your Fla. friends here.......we are praying for Amanda, she is in our daily prayers. Lin, Jim, Mike, Amy & Jimmy-Joe

NINE AND DOING FINE:) I like that! Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug

Hi sweetie, I hope this finds you (all of you) doing well and that you have a good weekend and great Easter!

Stopping in to let you know that I'mThinking about you today and always.

Thinking of you always.Sending hugs your way.

Hi Amanda - hope this finds you all doing well. We wish you a Healthy and Happy Holidays.....

Have a blessed and happy Thanksgiving Day!
You are always in our thoughtful prayers.
Warm Hugs,

Hope this finds you doing well. Good luck with the insurance headache.
We're keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.

LOVE the pictures!! You look great:)
Remember us? Tracy and Katia. Sorry we don't get by as much but we do think of you. I am glad to hear things are going well. Love, Tracy and Katia

Hey Amanda, first of all I hope you had a great birthday and celebrated all weekend! 9 years old is a big deal, soon you will be in the double digits! Thats when us women start to lie about our ages....Secondly, I'm not Irish but what the heck, Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!

Happy Birthday!! Hope you had a great day!!

Happy 9th Birthday Amanda!
Have a fun time at Disney!
We love you and are so glad you are doing
so great.

Happy Valentines Day, From Everyone at Post Pals

Sorry to hear about the fever/sore throat, I know somethings going around here too lately.. Dropping in to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day and remind you we are keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.

HELLO! Just wanted to say HI I am mom to Jason, an almost 4 year old with ALL Pre-b, standard risk, Dx: May 9, 2003. We are on week 32 of POG 9905. Happy almost 2004!

Jason's site!

Hi Amanda.
Bet you're glad that day at the hospital is over!!
Hope youhave a great Christmas with loads of presents under the tree.
love

~~KATIA'S PAGE~~

Hugs,

- Friday, November 14, 2003 10:07 AM CST

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Hello! Everything sounds so great! Can't wait for that port ot come out!! Miss you guys everyday! I did want to let you know we have GREAT news hear about Mark's dad--HE IS IN REMISSION!! What a blessing!! We are thrilled that the stem cell transplant went so well and worked!!

Everyday I thank God for the blessings of Amanda's and Jim's health!! Love to all --Teresa, Mark , Micah, Seth and Eli
Teresa <mt.pacileo@verizon.net>
Edinboro, PA USA - Sunday, November 9, 2003 4:15 PM CST

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De-Ported for Xmas, now that's the best present anybody could ask for.
Halloween sounded fun.
Everything is okay here. Gemma had a hospital visit yeterday. She's on her LAST 2 weeks of ATRA. Can you believe it??? Okay she still has another 3 months of other pills but at least she's starting to finish. We can't wait.
Sending you lots of love
GEMMA'S JOURNAL
Sandra <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Sicily. Italy - Friday, November 7, 2003 7:31 PM CST

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Hello,
Amanda seems to have had a great time. Didn't miss you? Good, means she's growing into an independant young lady.
Never mind, you still have Sydney.
GEMMA'S JOURNAL
Sandra <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Sicily. Italy - Monday, October 20, 2003 11:47 AM CDT

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Wanted to stop by and let you know that I'm thinking of and praying for you. Sounds like things are going well. I'll keep lifting you up to the Lord. Blessings and much love to you in Christ.
Khalita My Caringbridge Site Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Thursday, October 16, 2003 10:37 PM CDT

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Wishing you all the best and a Happy & HEALTHY Halloween from everyone at Smile Quilts

Angel Gemma for Smile Quilts
- Friday, October 10, 2003 1:50 PM CDT

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Hi Laurie,
Lovely to read updates when leukemia wasn't even mentioned once.Okay chemo was, but still.....
Looks like you're all doing great.
Everything is fine here.

GEMMA'S JOURNAL
Sandra
Sicily. Italy - Friday, October 10, 2003 3:32 AM CDT

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Just popping in to say hello seen your name on Gemma site.
Angie Coin - crystal caringbridge.org/mo/crystalcoin
- Thursday, October 9, 2003 7:03 PM CDT

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Oh no- NOT THE FLU!!!Let's all hope it's something that's gone real quick!!! My prayers are with you.
(((hugs)))



Melanie Davila- Lighting Children's Lives- Founder <http://www.sharingpositivestories.com>
- Friday, October 3, 2003 7:33 PM CDT

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Any results on that infection yet?
Here's hoping it was only a stupid sore throat.
love
Sandra
Sicily. Italy - Thursday, October 2, 2003 4:40 PM CDT

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Nothing like a bit of fever to keep you on your toes. I wouldn't think her line will have infection if the same bug seems to be going round the family.
At least we don't have that worry (we have another 100) as Gemma got her port taken out before starting maintenance.
love GEMMA'S JOURNAL
Sandra
Sicily, Italy - Sunday, September 28, 2003 2:05 PM CDT

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We went to the send off party for the L&L Disney Tri last night. They showed your "little star's" TV spot. She did a great job. Amanda was wonderful. She looks beautiful and healthy! You did a great job too mom!
Much Peace
Ruthie and from heaven Seth (www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains) <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 3:36 PM CDT

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Hi- my son Jeremy was diagnosed with AML M4 on 5/30 of this year. I was reading through your early journal history and I could relate to so much that you wrote about! It is great to read a great story- they are too few! Please visit us at www.caringbridge.org/id/jtrowe. Take Care and keep having fun in the mud!
Pam Harris <rayandpamharris@msn.com>
Twin Falls, ID USA - Monday, September 22, 2003 10:02 PM CDT

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Sydney,


Dana Sanford <pooh_n_tigger2002@yahoo.com>
Jackson, Mi - Monday, September 22, 2003 9:55 PM CDT

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Happy Birthday Sydney.
Looks like everything is fine at that end, as is here.
Say hello to Amanda and give a big birthday kiss to Sydney from us.
GEMMA'S JOURNAL
Sandra <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Sicily. Italy - Sunday, September 21, 2003 10:40 AM CDT

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Thinking of you.
Angel Gemma for Smile Quilts <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
- Sunday, September 7, 2003 9:29 AM CDT

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At last an update, I've been checking in almost daily.
Couldn't believe my eyes!!!!!!
Everything certainly looks good, although you must be a bit tired.
How are you coping with Amanda being off treatment? Is it as scary as you imagined.
Gemma still has until Feb.I know it must be a bit of a worry, but I'll be glad to stop all those pills. Every time she takes them I wonder what they're doing to her (apart from saving her life, I mean).
Say hello to all at that end.
And remember it's better to be kept busy, your mind can't wander onto "other things", at least not too often anyway.
love from us
GEMMA'S JOURNAL
Sandra <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Sicily, Italy - Friday, September 5, 2003 7:12 AM CDT

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Hey cutie, glad to hear school is off to a much better start this year. Keeping you in our prayers,
Chris ~ Gooch's Site ~ * Adopt a Kid's Site *
- Thursday, August 28, 2003 8:35 AM CDT

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Just me again.
We've just started up a Caringbridge page for Gemma.
We've still got lots to learn,it's looking kind of sad, but we'll get there.
Come by and sign her Guestbook, that's looking quite sad too.

Visit Gemma's Journal
Sandra and Gemma <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Sicily. Italy - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 4:12 AM CDT

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How is school? That backpack sounds awesome. Maybe you can post a picture. Love, Tracy
~~Katia's Site~~
Tracy and Katia
- Monday, August 18, 2003 7:43 PM CDT

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Hi Amanda ,
Sooooooooo pleased that you're feeling just great.
Sorry I haven't been in touch but we've been having quite a busy time with visitors.
Gemmas uncle has been here (my brother), he's going home to England tomorrow.
Gemma and I are going to visit him for a few days next week.
Should be fun.
Say hello to mom, dad and Sydney.
http://www.caringbridge.org/sd/gemma/ <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
- Monday, August 18, 2003 5:14 PM CDT

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Hey Amanda Jo, how are you doing? Back to school already huh? hey did I ever tell you we found some bunnies in our backyard recently. Actually, our dog did - the kids were in the pool and she was barking like crazy under the pool deck. Finally when we checked there was a bunny nest with a baby bunny in it. Then after more looking through it we found 2 more. So since I have 3 kids and there was 3 bunnies, they each named one. We left lettuce and water and carrots out there but it was never touched so we dont think the mom came back. About 2 days later we took them in to feed them and we had them a week, feeding them kitten milk from a kitten bottle or dropper. They were SO cute! They called them Jean, Robin and Nibbles. My son Gooch called his Jean, named after Jean Smart in XMen. They opened their eyes while we had them and by the end of the week we had them they were running all over, more running than hopping. My husband was convinced they were going to grow up and bite our fingers off, so we turned them over to a Childrens Museum that is a wildlife rehab center near us. I hope they are being taken care of, if they werent already released. I know the kids loved them and they really were cute!! That was our thrill for the summer – the kids dont go back to school here until Aug 27th so they have a little more time off yet


Angel Chris and all your friends at ~ Smile Quilts ~
chrisrusso_@hotmail.com
- Friday, August 15, 2003 10:00 PM CDT

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Hi there, sorry we did not get a chance to chat at the kick off for the Disney Marathon. We were so busy trying to take all the info in. I saw the girls and said hello to them. We are very excited about the Marathon. Our way of still fighting this fight in Seth's honor!! Did you see the flyer with his picture? It is in our website.
Amanda looks great!!! Is she excited about school?
Think of you all often.
Ruthie and from heaven Seth (www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains) <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, fl - Sunday, August 10, 2003 8:06 PM CDT

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I AM GLAD YOU ARE FEELING SO WELL. HAVE A LOT OF FUN, SUMMER WILL BE DONE SOON, BOO HOO AND THEN IT WILL BE FALL:)

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

TRACY AND KATIA
- Saturday, July 26, 2003 12:22 AM CDT

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Glad to see things are going well by you guys!
Its weird, where we moved to last year, they supply all the school stuff, all we had to send was a backpack.. now thats pretty cool!
Chris ~ Gooch's Site ~
- Thursday, July 24, 2003 2:19 PM CDT

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Hello,

Just dropping by to say HELLO!!!
And to let you know I was THINKING
of YOU...
Hope all is well and that you are
having a WONDERFUL summer so far:)

Visit Christina's Site (Leukemia AML)

Lots of Love, The Gates Family
Sherry Gates <cher9293@aol.com>
Lakeland, Fl - Sunday, July 13, 2003 7:47 PM CDT

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Just came by to say HI!

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy
- Sunday, July 6, 2003 12:37 AM CDT

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Hello to you all,
Just checking in to tell you that Gemma too has a Smiles Quilt. It's on the same page as Amandas. Have a look it's super.

Sandra
Sicily. Italy - Tuesday, July 1, 2003 8:25 AM CDT

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Pleased to hear things are going so well.
Have a happy and Healthy 4th of July.
Angel Sandra and all your Smile Quilt friends <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
- Monday, June 30, 2003 4:06 AM CDT

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JUST CAME BY TO SAY HI :)

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

TRACY
- Sunday, June 29, 2003 6:48 PM CDT

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YIPEE, Great News!!
Isn't it great when you start to finish!
Hope you have a great weekend
Sandra,,and Gemma
Sicily, Italy - Saturday, June 28, 2003 3:26 AM CDT

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oh man, I really wanted to see you guys at Camp Sunshine. We had 2 Florida families there. They are installing a/c into all the rooms now, so it will be a lot better. You guys wil enjoy it there. Talk to you soon, hope everyone's feeling a lot better.
Chris ~ Gooch's Site ~
- Friday, June 27, 2003 4:27 AM CDT

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Well I hope ALL of you will stay well:)

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy and Katia
- Wednesday, June 25, 2003 1:49 PM CDT

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Glad to hear you are all on the mend. Is it good to get it over all at one time or too crazy with everyone sick at the same time? Hmmmmmmm
I like the way Amanda celebrates!
Can't wait to see pictures from Friday's event.
Much Peace and Prayers
Ruthie (Seth's mommy) www.caringbridge/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 8:46 PM CDT

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Laurie,
Bet you just can't wait to stop the ATRA,it's just great that it exists but even better when you don't need it any more.
Gemma has until February, won't be long????
So pleased that things are going well.
Smile Quilt is just great. Have a look, Gemma added a Square.
sending you lots of love
Sandra,,and Gemma <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Sicily, Italy - Monday, June 23, 2003 8:11 AM CDT

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Just checking back on you:)

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy and Katia
- Sunday, June 22, 2003 9:06 AM CDT

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I can't wait to see the pics! I am sure you guys had a great time!

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy and Katia
- Tuesday, June 17, 2003 9:40 AM CDT

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Hello,
Just dropping by to say HELLO!!
I hope you had a GOOD weekend..
THINKING of YOU......

Lots of Love, The Gates Family

Sherry <cher9293@aol.com>
Lakeland, Fl - Monday, June 16, 2003 8:07 AM CDT

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Hello,
Me again I just realized I miss
spelled GERMANY.. and I couldn't go back
and correct it...sorry....

HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Gates Family
Sherry
- Friday, June 13, 2003 9:06 AM CDT

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Hello,
I came across your page through
another page and I just wanted to
drop in and say HELLO....
Your Family is in our THOUGHTS...
I'll check back often, I hope all is well...

Lots Of Love, The Gates Family

Visit Christina's Site (Leukemia AML)

p.s. my Moms maiden name is Schultheis
is your family from Geermany???

Sherry Gates <cher9293@aol.com>
Lakeland, FL USA - Friday, June 13, 2003 9:04 AM CDT

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Hello Family,
I'm so glad you received your quilt. I had so much fun in creating it for you all. I thought I would stop by and see how you are doing and to sign this little guestbook. You have so many people rooting for you that I was a little jealous..So here I am rooting too for you. (Smiles)
Here's a little card to say thankyou for giving us the honor to make your quilt.




Angel Cuddles <sixjays@shaw.ca>
Manitoba Canada - Friday, June 13, 2003 2:21 AM CDT

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Just saw your Smile Quilt, it's lovely.Glad to see things are going well.
Love to all
Sandra and Gemma
Sicily, Italy - Thursday, June 12, 2003 5:45 PM CDT

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Wow Camp!! I am jealous!

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy and Katia
- Tuesday, June 3, 2003 9:43 PM CDT

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Well good grief; if it's not one thing...I will be praying for healing for your ENTIRE family as the "illness monster" AKA "the devil" seems to want to wreak havoc with you once again. Although I know it is not as serious as cancer, God's desire for us is to be HEALTHY and have a FULL life. It's kinda hard to do that when the devil is constantly attacking your family with health issues. I will continue to lift you up in pray and check on you here as I have been. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers even though I don't sign in that often. Blessings to you.
Khalita My Caringbridge Site Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC, - Sunday, June 1, 2003 5:59 PM CDT

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What a bummer about Sydney!! I hope the allergist can help--they can do wonders today!! And you know we are the allergy family!! Seth has to carry epipens due to his allergy to bees--Keep us posted as to what the doctor says!

Love to all-- I am so thrilled with all the good news for Amanda--it has been some year!!
Miss you all terribly--would like to think we will be getting together soon??Love Aunt Teresa
Aunt Teresa <mt.pacileo@verizon.net>
Edinboro, - Friday, May 30, 2003 11:03 PM CDT

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HAD TO COME BY AND SAY HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook:) (Leukemia AML M4)

TRACY AND KATIA
- Thursday, May 29, 2003 10:46 PM CDT

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Hi it was so good to see you and the girls today. They look great. Emily had a good time with them.

You did an AWESOME job with your speech. I would have been shaking and having to have a piece of paper in my hand to read from. You just seem to speak from your heart. Stan, as you heard was very touched by your story.
Thanks again for the info on Camp Sunshine. I am starting to get nervous. I told Scott what you said about the sheets and towels and he said "are you sure?". He wants to know if we should call ahead and tell them what don't have the room to bring everything with us?
Anyway Happy Mother's Day tomorrow...I am still trying to think of a way to avoid it.

Much Peace Prayers and HOPE for a cure for all childhood cancers
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Saturday, May 10, 2003 2:29 PM CDT

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What beautiful girls you have. Looking at Amanda it's impossible to believe what she's been through. She looks so
healthy (which she is). Happy to see things are going well. Everything fine at this end.
Sandra,,and Gemma
Sicily, Italy - Monday, April 28, 2003 4:32 AM CDT

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LOVE THE PHOTO OF THE GIRLS ON THE FRONT PAGE!!!!
It made me smile right away!! It is awesome!
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Sunday, April 27, 2003 5:26 PM CDT

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You are going to have a great time at camp! I hope the sunburn is gone by now. Love, Tracy

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook :) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy Solomon
- Friday, April 25, 2003 4:40 AM CDT

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HAPPY EASTER!!!

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook :) (Leukemia AML M4)

TRACY SOLOMON
- Saturday, April 19, 2003 3:31 PM CDT

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I am happy you are doing well.

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook :) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy Solomon
- Friday, April 11, 2003 11:19 AM CDT

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It was great to see you and Amanda at Mitchell Mania. Amanda looks great.....love the curls. Sorry we did not get a chance to chat more but Emily is the "wild woman" and is always on the move.
I am going to drop off the tape and booklet to POST later this morning. Thanks again for bringing it in for us.
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Monday, April 7, 2003 5:46 AM CDT

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Hi Amanda, Just stopping in to invite you to visit Smile Quilts. http://smilequilts.com We would love to make you a virtual on line Smile Quilt all your very own. Just click on the graphic to visit and apply for a Smile Quilt. Praying all goes well for you.

Smile Quilts <sprite@tds.net>
Eckert, Colorado USA - Saturday, April 5, 2003 1:36 AM CST

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I am glad you are doing good right now. You must know our little friend Jalen at that hospital? Love, Tracy

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook :) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy Solomon
- Wednesday, April 2, 2003 4:58 PM CST

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I just wanted to come read up on your page. I found your site and had to drop by. My 3 year old daughter, Katia, has AML M4. I try to keep in touch with our families with similar subtypes. I pray all is going well with you. Did you have a transplant? How are things going? Love, Tracy

Visit Katia's Page and sign her guestbook :) (Leukemia AML M4)

Tracy Solomon
- Saturday, March 29, 2003 12:46 AM CST

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Are you guys going to Camp Sunshine in Maine in June? We are approved for the week of the 22nd!
Chris ~ Gooch's Site


- Friday, March 28, 2003 9:02 AM CST

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Thanks for the tape Laurie. I have watched and Scott will too. I would like my folks and sister to watch it before I return it...OK? I will drop it off at the POST when I am done.
I cried watching it because Seth never got to enjoy going to the camp. But this is where we are.
Thanks again for sharing the info on Camp Sunshine.
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 8:53 PM CST

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HAPPY 1 YEAR REMISSION !!!! I read somewhere that the complete survival rate goes up by another 20% after the first year. Hope you're all well, loved the photo of Amanda playing in the mud. Give Amanda a hug from all at this end and of course to you Ed and Sydney.
Sandra
Sicily, Italy - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 1:31 AM CST

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Just stopping by to let you know I'm thinking about you. Blessings to you. I'll keep you in my prayers and check back soon.
Khalita My Caringbridge Site Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Friday, March 21, 2003 9:33 AM CST

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Amanda's Mom again.
I left the wrong webpage address. It is:
http://www.caringbridge.com/page/amanda6/

Andrea <Amanda">Amanda>
- Saturday, March 15, 2003 10:02 PM CST

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Hi Amanda,
This is the first time that I visited your page and you are a strong amazing girl. I hope you have a great birthday and a fun sleepover (your Mom is brave). I have an Amanda who's in second grade also.

Andrea <Amanda">Amanda>
- Saturday, March 15, 2003 9:59 PM CST

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happy Birthday Amanda. Well, well 8 years old aren't you getting a big girl. Hope you have a wonderful day, eat a bit of cake for me will you???
Sandra,,and Gemma
Sicily, Italy - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 3:52 AM CST

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WOW!!!!!!!!!! Girl of the Year!!!! That is awesome!!
We will be sending you Happy Birthday wishes next week.

Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, FL - Tuesday, March 4, 2003 8:44 PM CST

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Dear Amanda,
Tell mom not to worry you're going to be just fine.
Knew things would go okay yesterday, didn't I 'tell you so'???
Gemma's off to the hospital this morning but I'm not worried (this time) as she's looking great and full of beans. She got a great report card from school yesterday and that really put her on a high. I think she needs proof that she's the same as all her classmates!!!
love from the Tumminellis
Sandra,,and Gemma
Sicily, Italy - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 2:20 AM CST

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Hi Amamda,
I'm the running coach in Boca Raton and glad to hear that you will be our honored patient for the Rock-n-Roll Marathon in San Diego this June 1st. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts as we train and raise funds to find the cure.
Jay Fernandez <Jay_Fernandez@Sheriff.org>
Boca Raton, FL USA - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 10:40 PM CST

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Hello Amanda and Family.
I am a cousin from PA that you have not met yet. My name is Eric, My wife is Litza. My two kids are Adam and Alisha. I believe that would make them your third cousins. I am your dads first cousin. I am writing to wish you well. Ed and Laurie Please email me if you get a chance I would like to hear from you. Lori (my sister) gave me the address to Amanda,s page. It is very nice. We are all thinking of youinz (ha ha). We send are love. Eric Beers
Eric Beers <ebeer@elvis.com>
Aliquippa, PA U.S.A. - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 10:14 PM CST

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Hello Amanda!!
I am writing you on behalf of the Team In Training Staff. We are all thinking about you and cannot wait to see your smiling face soon! We hope to see you at our Honoree & Team Picnic. Keep your head up sweetie.
Alison Folsom <folsoma@wpb-fl.leukemia-lymphoma.org>
Palm Beach Gardens, Fl USA - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 3:47 PM CST

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Hi Amanda, What a great web site you have set up!!! I'm so happy to meet you even if only on line!!! I am a runner doing my 1st time marathon. When the running gets hard I will imagine your beautiful smile and run even harder!!!!I will remember you and your family in my prayers. When ever I need strength I talk to God...He always makes me feel better and stronger. I hope you talk to him too. I don't know what I would do without HIM... HE is the best!!!!! I will check in with you and your mom on line often okay????
Take care sweety!!
Karen Graham <kgraham@OfficeDepot.com>
Wellington, FL USA - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 12:36 AM CST

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The TNT Tahoe Cycle team sends our best.We hope to see you at the picnic in a couple of weeks.
Brian Fales <bpfwpb@aol.com>
- Monday, February 24, 2003 9:33 PM CST

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Hi Amanda! Thanks for the invitation to your very own web site!! I'm so glad to hear that you are feeling better. We're all sending good thoughts your way so perk up, soon! I run for the Team in Training group so I'll run extra hard tomorrow for YOU!! Kristi
Kristi Carlson <kkpiknik@aol.com>
Boca Raton, FL Palm Beach - Monday, February 24, 2003 5:06 PM CST

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Sorry you are not feeling well. Hope you feel better soon!
Glad to hear Amanda had a good time. I hope it warms up by May when we are suppose to go....we are still not sure.
Will look for your updates regarding your concerns for Amanda.....but until then we will continue to pray for her.
Thank you for all the information on Camp Sunshine.
Much Peace and God Bless
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, FL - Saturday, February 22, 2003 7:45 PM CST

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Just checking in! Haven't posted in a while. Wanted to say I hope you guys had a wonderful Valentine's Day!

God Bless
Cheryl <cgmyers@swbell.net>
tulsa, ok usa - Saturday, February 15, 2003 9:18 PM CST

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Hi there cutie! I just wanted to drop by before I forget and wish you a Happy Valentine's Day!
Know that many other many people are thinking of you that day and every day!




Gooch & Mom
Gooch's Site

- Tueday, February 11, 2003 3:21 PM CST

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Just stopped in to see how little Miss Amanda is feeling. Hope all is well and no "spoty" news to write about.
Thinking of all of you.
Much Peace and God Bless
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Sunday, February 9, 2003 7:50 AM CST

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Well...If I lived in West Palm Beach I'd come babysit for you all day so you could work. But, unfortunately I can't do that from NC :( What I can do is pray, and pray I will--that God will provide a solution that is best for everyone involved. He's good at that! I'm sorry you're having a hard time. It doesn't end does it? Thankfully, neither does God's love, His blessings and His provision. I KNOW He will provide--He loves you. So do I. Blessings to you and I'll check back in soon!
Khalita www.caringbridge.com/nc/khalita Duke Peds BMT aplastic anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Saturday, February 8, 2003 11:25 AM CST

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Oh man, I'm sorry to hear that guys.
What a pain in the neck. And I know how big of a role the financial aspect is too.. you cant overlook that even if you want to. Ron was given that titer to see if you still have immunity to the chicken pox from his old vaccine and he has none at all, so I just have to pray we dont have to deal with it.

Chris ~ Gooch's Site


- Thursday, February 6, 2003 8:58 AM CST

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GEEZ Laurie , you are right I thought things were going so well.....I was shocked to read your update. I don't know what I would do.
Are you still going to camp this month?
Let us know what "develops" spots or no spots.
Hang in there.
Peace and God Bless
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Wednesday, February 5, 2003 8:27 AM CST

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I haven't signed in for a while but I am thinking of you today and will be continuing to pray for you. Blessings to you.
Khalita www.caringbridge.com/nc/khalita Duke Peds BMT aplastic anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Sunday, February 2, 2003 1:13 PM CST

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So glad you all had a good time at camp.
I do miss Scott Anderson with Videos for Kids. He was always so sweet to Seth.
Hope Amanda has a blast tonight!
Much Peace and God Bless
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Saturday, February 1, 2003 3:55 PM CST

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Amanda, bet you're having a great time with grandma and grandpa and viceversa. Hope your bad ear clears up soon.Thinking of you always.
Sandra,,and Gemma
Sicily, Italy - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 12:09 PM (CST)

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Glad you had a great time at camp. It was so cold here I can only imagine how cold it was up there.Sounds like it was alot of fun. Glad Amanda is feeling better.
Pretty soon you be heading north.
Take care and Peace
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 07:16 PM (CST)

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Signing in to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless. I'll check back soon!
Khalita www.caringbridge.com/nc/khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 09:06 PM (CST)

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Our 3 year old daughter Katia has Leukemia AML and I just found your site on another page. I pray you are doing well. Love, Tracy
Katia's page
Tracy Solomon
Tampa, FL - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 06:28 PM (CST)

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Hey Amanda and Family,

So you are coming to Boggy .. Yippee!
We will be tired but we will be there.
See you soon. Send us warm thoughts for New York!

Your Fellow Pittsburg Friends,

Scott, Rebecca, & Zachary <www.caringbridge.org/fl/zacharyfinestone>
Jensen Beach, FL USA - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 07:38 AM (CST)

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Hi Amanda! How lucky for you to be going to Maine to play in the snow. I'm originally from Massachusetts and miss the snow - sledding and ice skating outside are the best. Dress in layers and eat an icicle for me! And don't forget to make snow angels!
God Bless, Susan
Susan Nero ( Ruthie's friend) <snero561@aol.com>
WPB, FL USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 06:12 PM (CST)

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Hi, I'm a friend of the Bunkelmann's. I have a pair of gray ski pants size 7 and a light blue and gray ski jacket - they're both for my son, but can be worn by a girl - just in case you come up short. I saw on the news this morning that Bangore Maine was minus 6 degrees - yikes!! Hope Amanda has a great time!!
P.S. I got the pants at The Gap a couple of years ago for just a couple of dollars. You may want to call or gon online to check their sales!!
Kim Barnes <kbarnes@pbpost.com>
Lakw Worth, FL USA - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 08:54 AM (CST)

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I have everything Amanda could possibly need from Lyssa's closet except boots. I need to know what size boots both girls wear. Also, I will just plan on mailing a box down rather than send with Mom & Dad; they are hoping to have only carry ons, and this pile is already so-o-o big! We are going shopping tomorrow and will get Sydney taken care of....please let me know about the boots ASAP.

Annette
New Castle, IN usa - Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at 06:14 AM (CST)

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Mom - what size are you - you need some warm clothes also. You can send the size via e-mail to my address. I'm a friend of Seth's - his mom Ruthie sent me to you.
Jan Cairnes <cairnes@bellsouth.net>
West Palm Beach, - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 06:51 PM (CST)

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Hi, I am a friend of the Bunkelmann's and was Seth's Preschool Teacher. I have a jacket from when my daughter accompanied me to a convention in Boston one November. It may not be warm enough. You can certainly try it. Please e-mail me and we'll find a way to get it to you. We hope that you have a great trip to Maine.
Leslie Kelly <lakelly@adelphia.net>
Palm Beach Gardens, FL - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 07:44 PM (CST)

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Hi Amanda. Sounds like a fun trip coming up for you. I'm not sure if I could handle all that snow, though. I'm sure you'll have great time, though. Hope you can get lots of pictures for us to see. When you see Ruthie, thank her for sending me your link. Take care, and God Bless †
Tom <Werberacing@aol.com>
Kill Devil Hills, NC - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 04:18 PM (CST)

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I was happy to hear about your trip.I was at consignment shop on the corner of Prosperity Farms Rd. and Northlake in the Cardello's plaza and I saw ALOT of winter stuff. Just email me or call me at work 691-4088 and tell me what you want me to pick up and I will be glad to. PS I'm a friend of Ruthie's.
Linda Gozza <DTA003@aol.com>
Royal Palm Beach, FL - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 03:39 PM (CST)

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What fun you'll have in the snow! Writing to let you know you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Dori Neary (Seth Bunkrlmann's aunt) <todori@adelphia.net>
PBG, FL - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 01:16 PM (CST)

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How exciting! I am so glad you guys can go--I have to agree a little distraction at that time will be great!! Too bad Maine isn't closer-- I could get you all the winter stuff you need! Keep us posted on you quest for winter clothes!
Teresa
- Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 07:43 AM (CST)

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Why don't you just plan on Mom and Dad getting a few outfits at the Goodwill and bringing them down with them on the 26th? That would seem to be the simplest thing, and we love to go to Goodwill and "root" around. You would only need a few outfits, and some snowgear. I will see if I have any of Lyssa's old stuff, but she's in sz10 and I usually get rid of the smaller clothes right away. Call us and let us know.
Annette
New Castle,, IN usa - Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 08:16 PM (CST)

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I will keep my eyes open for resources for your trip. I am so glad you found some funding for the flight. People had given us clothing when we were preparing to go to Duke. I will see if they have anything in the girls sizes. Are you going too? and do you need clothes?
Missed seeing you last night. They mentioned Amanda's name.
Much Peace
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 08:18 PM (CST)

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That is AWESOME about Amanda's counts and ANC number!
Glad she is growing like she should be.
You ought to put a close picture of those cute chicks and maybe someone will take 1 or 2 or more.
Take Care
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, FL - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 06:53 AM (CST)

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It was so good to see you at the Leukemia/Lymphoma kick off.
Boy new babies everywhere,Ryon's new puppy, the Charlton's puppy BUT chicks and 12 WOW. No takers here for a home, but they are very cute.
Peace
Ruthie (Seth's mom) www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains <Rbunkmann@msn.com>
North Palm Beach, FL - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 07:24 PM (CST)

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I still just love that picture of her and nurse Michelle...it is priceless! Glad you had a "wonderful"day on Christmas.
As long as Amanda is doing well I don't think anyone will mind the way your house looks!
Take care and God Bless
Peace
Ruthie (Seth's mom) <www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains>
North Palm Beach, FL - Thursday, December 26, 2002 at 08:17 PM (CST)

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Hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!
Love the picture with nurse Michelle.
Much Peace and Happiness
Ruthie (Seth's mom) <www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 10:42 PM (CST)

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We hope Amanda is feeling better soon. We will keep her in our prayers.
Peace
Ruthie (Seth's mom) <www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 09:40 PM (CST)

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Amanda I hope that all is going well there and I just wanted to wish you a FANTASTIC HOLIDAY AND MUCH HEALTH & HAPPINESS!

Gooch & Mom
Gooch's Site

- Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 06:53 PM (CST)

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Just read your story with great interest. Guess what my 15 year old daughter Gemma was diagnosed with AML M3 (Yes, same as you) on 7th February 2002 and went into remission 1 month later. She is now on maintenance with ATRA and two other chemo drugs. She takes ATRA for 2 weeks every 3 months and guess what after about 10 days she gets terrible headaches and guess what she has had problems with her eyes(she was totaly blind for about a week).
Gemma is doing well, back at school and full of energy.
Tell mum to e-mail me, it would be good to compare notes. Hope you're feeling well.
Sandra <luigitumminelli@virgilio.it>
Caltanisetta, Sicily, Italy - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 11:36 AM (CST)

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The new pictures are wonderful. Glad she had a good time at the party.Enjoy the holidays.
Peace and God Bless
Ruthie (Seth's mom) <www.caringbridge.org/fl/sethlovestrains>
North Palm Beach, Fl - Friday, December 13, 2002 at 09:33 PM (CST)

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Glad to hear you are all feeling better! The pictures are great! Wow--does Sydney look like Amanda in the Thanksgiving picture! love ya--Aunt Teresa
Teresa Pacileo <mt.pacileo@verizon.net>
Edinboro, PA USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 04:38 PM (CST)

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Oh boy I hope you all are feeling better soon!
chris
Gooch's Site

- Saturday, December 07, 2002 at 09:07 AM (CST)

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Hello to all! It's Aunt Teresa up north burried under 2 ft of fluffy snow!! Praying for you--esp now that the fever goes away and you stay out of the hospital!! love Aunt Teresa
Teresa Pacileo <mt.pacileo@verizon.net>
Edinboro, PA USA - Friday, December 06, 2002 at 11:31 AM (CST)

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Hi Amanda!
Thanks for signing my guestbook. I went to Camp Sunshine also. I went in October 1997.My hospital is Dana farber in Boston.
I hope you are feeling good today and I will check back in again.
Amanda (Age 7) http://www.caringbridge.com/page/amanda6/index.htm
- Friday, November 29, 2002 at 04:09 PM (CST)

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Just wanted to wish you a Healthy & Happy Thanksgiving
chris
Gooch's Site

- Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 01:09 PM (CST)

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May you all have a safe and happy holiday. We are praying for you all.
Cheryl <cgmyers@swbell.net>
tulsa, ok usa - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 11:59 AM (CST)

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I am thinking about you guys and praying for you. Hopefully you will never need a transplant. I've managed to avoid transplant thus far too. But, I always know that it's a possibility sometime in the future. And, the great folks at Duke who have been treating me for 15 out of a 22 year diagnosis will be right there carrying everything out just as they are now with my treatments. I try to be thankful that at least BMT is an option if I ever need it. Not one you EVER want to have to use but one that is there nonetheless. When I was first diagnosed I could not say that. So praise God for getting me this far and praise God for getting YOU this far and praise God that He will be faithful through everything we both face as we trust Him. Blessings to you and Happy Thanksgiving to your family. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers and to check back to see how you are.
Khalita www.caringbridge.com/nc/khalita Duke Peds BMT aplastic anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 07:34 PM (CST)

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Dearest Amanda and Family,
Our Prayers are with you.
Our Grand-daughter Isabella or as we call her "Bella", was also dx with AML. on 01-10-2002 and BMT 05-22-2002.
Isabellas website is...
www.caringbridge.com/page/isabellaledesma
God Bless

Chris Ullrich (Grammy Chris) <crullrich@bbc.net,, www.caringbridge.com/page/isabellaledesma>
Hemingford, Ne USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 02:14 AM (CST)

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Amanda,

I'm sending my special hugs to get rid of that cruddy virus you've got! So ..... CATCH! ((((((((HUGS)))))))))


Cheryl <cgmyers@swbell.net>
tulsa, ok usa - Tuesday, November 19, 2002 at 09:46 PM (CST)

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I am just getting back online from when we moved. We are still not fully settled in and unpacked. I am sorry to hear about the fever and hope by now its gone.
chris
Gooch's Site
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 08:50 PM (CST)

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Morning Amanda!

Just checking in to see how you are doing. My poor poor kitty is sick. He has a hairball. :( He's on medicine. He hates the medicine so I have to hold him down and make him take it. It's this thick stuff that is supposed to taste good to cats. *snort* Yeah, ask him about it. He'll tell ya. He has been "telling" me about it for a while. He follows me around "meowing" at me like he's telling me off. The vet said tha the is too skinny so she put him on Nutra Cal. That's a suppliment that is supposed to be full of calories and vitamins and such. He hates that too! So now we have to hold him down for that also. Man he is gonna be mad at me for a while. I'll have to send you a picture of him soon.

Hope everything is going great with you!


Hugs




Cheryl <cgmyers@swbell.net>
tulsa, ok usa - Tuesday, November 05, 2002 at 09:37 AM (CST)

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Good Morning!

Amanda, that is just awesome that you are learning piano. I too play the piano. It was my stress release. I would go and play classical music really LOUD! LOL Scared the cat and ran off the dog... but I felt much much better.

Hugs!
Cheryl <cgmyers@swbell.net>
Tulsa, OK USA - Monday, October 21, 2002 at 10:08 AM (CDT)

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Happy to hear things are going well for you guys. I will continue to check in on you and pray for you. Blessings.
Khalita www.caringbridge.com/nc/khalita Duke Peds BMT aplastic anemia <khalita@hecaresonline.org>
Lexington, NC - Monday, October 21, 2002 at 07:05 AM (CDT)

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Hi there, hope you are doing well. My mom had tons of GS cookies last year, with two older sisters in it. Those samoas rock dont they!!! I am enjoying missing school but if my counts go up will have to go back eventually! Since we are moving then & wont have computer for 2-3 days, I wanted to wish you a HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Gooch
Gooch's Site

- Saturday, October 19, 2002 at 12:20 AM (CDT)

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Hi guys, glad to hear about her improvements but sorry to see she isnt feeling 100%. Will keep you in our prayers.
chris
Gooch's Site

- Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 09:23 AM (CDT)

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Hi Guys!

Camp sounds like it was a great place! Glad that you had fun.


Hugs
Cheryl <mmgal_martin@yahoo.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Friday, October 11, 2002 at 06:19 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda and family!

Glad that you are feeling better! Hugs!
Cheryl <mmgal_martin@yahoo.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Thursday, August 29, 2002 at 04:02 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda, I spoke with your mom today and she said you were doing much better. I am very happy and pray for you everyday. Keep up the good work, and you look beautiful in those pictures.
Fanny & Behruz <trueblugem@lycos.com >
West Palm Beach, FL USA - Tuesday, August 27, 2002 at 11:38 AM (CDT)

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Hello Amanda and Family! My name is Angie and am thrilled to have Amanda as my honoree for the Walt Disney World Marathon. My first! I think of you all each day and am so excited to be able to keep up with your progress and see your cute pictures! :) With Love!!!
Angie Yerkes <angiewhy2001@aol.com>
Boynton Beach, FL USA - Sunday, August 25, 2002 at 12:01 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda,
You are my Honoree for "The World Disney Marathon." I enjoyed your web site and look foreword to meeting you. Amanda you might enjoy the "Pumpkin Pie" fragrance soap I just made to fundraise for your cause since you love pumpkin pie. By the way I love pork chops too.


Michelle Weiser <mweiser@adelphia.net>
Boca Raton , CA USA - Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 07:05 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda,
I am a triathlete - OK maybe not, but I'm trying just like you.I want to wish you all the encouragement and strength that I can. Please tell me your story.
Tracey Kerness <mekerness@aol.com>
Delray Beach, FL USA - Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 04:39 PM (CDT)

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Hi, Amanda
I am very proud to be doing the Disney Marathon in your honor. I am looking forward to being there with you in January.
Stephanie Winston <swpancho@aol.com>
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 - Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 08:23 AM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda! I'm one of the triathletes training for Disney. Love your web page and you are in my thoughts and prayers.My running buddy,Remus(my dog),sends you a big kiss!
Joan Moore <remusmom@adelphia.net>
Stuart, FL US - Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 08:11 PM (CDT)

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Hello Amanda,
Your website is very nice. I am one of the athletes with the Team In Training program, and I hope to meet you in person sometime at one of the events. Until then, you'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care, and good luck in school.
---------- Brian Breslin



Brian Breslin <breslinb@pwfl.com>
Hobe Sound, FL - Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 04:32 PM (CDT)

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Wow, school has already started there? We have another 2 weeks here. I am so glad to hear that little cutie is doing well!
Chris
Gooch's Site
<Chrisrusso_@hotmail.com >
- Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 05:59 AM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda and family!

Sounds like you had a great time at school. Good deal! Very glad to hear it. My kids are going to school the 20th. We will have to see if they like it or not! LOL

Take care sweetheart!
Cheryl <mmgal_martin@yahoo.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Friday, August 16, 2002 at 11:28 AM (CDT)

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Amanda & Family,

How was school? We need details! LOL Did you have a great time? (((((Hugs)))))
Cheryl <mmgal_martin@yahoo.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at 10:24 AM (CDT)

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Amanda and family,

Don't give up. Sounds like you are giving the doctor's plenty to keep them busy. Make them work for you. Take care. Much love and prayers
Cheryl <mmgal_martin@yahoo.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 05:05 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda, we missed you at the recital Sunday but we all said a prayer for you. I had my dad make you a tape so you could watch it on tv. Hope you are feeling a little bit better today. I will be writing you a letter soon. Hugs and smiles, Nikki, Dylan and Dustin
Nikki Provenzano <PRO1XL@AOL.COM>
Royal Palm Beach, Fl usa - Monday, August 05, 2002 at 02:02 PM (CDT)

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Oh geez you guys, I am so sorry for all this .. stuff.. you are going thru.
We are all praying for her and the doctor's wisdom in treating her.

Chris
chrisrusso_@hotmail.com
Gooch's Site
- Sunday, August 04, 2002 at 11:15 PM (CDT)

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I look forward to your updates and the pictures you post.
God Bless.
Marge Seashore <cshore @atlantic.net>
Welaka, FL USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 02:19 PM (CDT)

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Amanda,

Howdy hon. Listen sweetie....you are gonna be fine. The pressure in your eyes will sometimes be making it seem like you are not seeing well. It's ok. The doctors will find out how to treat it. I have a problem with my eyes too. I have what is called Optical Drussen. That means that I have "floaters" that get caught in my optic nerve and i have places that are blind spots. So I know exactly how you are feeling. But you have to remember that there are all kinds of ways to help you. And the doctors will find a way. I'm sure of it. Keep your happy face on and don't worry.. mom and dad are gonna make those doctors help you. You are a very brave gal!!!! Take care sweetie.
Cheryl
Tulsa, OK USA - Wednesday, July 31, 2002 at 02:04 PM (CDT)

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Ed is right. The web can be a great source of hope when you read about kids doing well but when you read about the kids who arent doing well, God, it takes a LONG time to getover that. That depression lasts a WHOLE lot longer than the relief when you see kids doing well. Its hard, and no two kids are alike or react the same anyway. We just have to pray there are no more familes going thru what Matt's are right now.

Chris
chrisrusso_@hotmail.com
Gooch's Site
- Wednesday, July 24, 2002 at 06:47 PM (CDT)

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Hey Amanda

Hope this finds you feeling better! We are sweating in Oklahoma! :) Will check back to see how your appointments go! Keep up the good work!
Cheryl
Tulsa, OK USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 05:26 PM (CDT)

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I hope this finds you guys all doing well
I'm sorry you had to cancel the trip


Chris & Gooch
Gooch’s Page

- Friday, July 19, 2002 at 02:02 AM (CDT)

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Amanda,

Glad to hear that the headaches are gone. Excedrin Migraine is good stuff. I use it myself. Have fun at camp!
Cheryl
Tulsa, OK USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 01:54 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda!

Hope everything is going well and you can get those headaches taken care of. I get migraines and I know that headaches are not fun. What did you name the guinea pig? I had one that when I was young and named her Penelope Piglet. She was a mean ole bat. She had two babies and they were the sweetest things but she was horrible. She bit me and I smacked her with a baby brush. And she tried to bite me again! Needless to say my mom gave her away! But her babies were adorable and not mean at all.

Take care and I'll check back to see how you are doing.
Cheryl
Tulsa, OK USA - Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 11:22 AM (CDT)

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Happy {and HEALTHY} 4th of July you guys. Be safe!


Chris & Gooch
Gooch’s Page
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, June 30, 2002 at 04:31 PM (CDT)

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Ahh.. you miss her more than she misses home I bet!
I go thru that when the girls are away, I used to lay in bed thinking what if they are so homesick and crying instead of sleeping?
Now, 3 kids and 14 years later, I am much more humble and realize they ARE having fun without me!
{and plus I RELISH the break!}

Chris & Gooch
Gooch’s Page
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, June 22, 2002 at 11:30 PM (CDT)

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Hi guys
I am SO relieved her counts are good
I never looked at people who sneezed or came to work sick with such contempt as I do since Ron was diagnosed!!
hope you guys are all doing well and enjoying the weekend
and a HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to you know who!

Chris
Gooch’s Page
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 14, 2002 at 11:47 PM (CDT)

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hi guys hang in there
Ron's wbc was 1.2 last week & ANC 540
this week's wbc was 2.4 so I figured we were in the clear - No - ANC only 216! It happens.... she can go out just not be around kids mainly - sometimes outside is a lot less germ-y than inside.... Hope we are both in the clear next week!

Chris
Gooch’s Page
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, May 23, 2002 at 10:32 AM (CDT)

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Hi guys
we are holding chemo on this end due to low counts
so I hope hers come up soon
and am glad to hear -- she knows she is beautiful with or without hair!
Chris
Gooch’s Page
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, May 18, 2002 at 11:06 PM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda and family- Sounds like you guys had a wonderful trip! That's great. I am sure we will be seeing you guys in the hospital within the next couple of weeks as Mitch will be there quite a lot! See you soon.
Diane and Mitch
Diane Mathis <Stubby3620@aol.com>
Boynton Beach, FL - Tuesday, May 07, 2002 at 10:27 AM (CDT)

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Amanda,
You are a very brave and beautiful little girl who is loved very much. I loved seeing your beautiful smile in your pictures! I will keep checking in to see what you have been doing and I hope to see you, your sister, mommy and daddy soon.
Alicia (Schultheis) Pizer <amp64@earthlink.net>
Aliquippa, PA USA - Monday, May 06, 2002 at 09:03 PM (CDT)

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Hello Ed, Laurie,Amanda and Sidney! We have you all in our daily thoughts and prayers! Ed, your daughters are beautiful! The little one looks alot like Diane! Amanda's web page is great news for those of us who care!!
With love from your cousin Lori Chuck, LeeAnna, Tim and Brady Welsh
Lori Welsh <welsh@zbzoom.net>
harmony, pa USA - Monday, May 06, 2002 at 01:36 PM (CDT)

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All right, now your're typing witout a mouthful of food! I guess you got a new keyboard or unstuck the key huh? You guys are gona love Universal. We missed the show are like 2pm at Sea World, we went there our last day and had to leave to catch the plane home. Take tons of pictures!!!!
Chris <chrisrusso@_hotmail.com>
/page/gooch - Thursday, May 02, 2002 at 03:41 AM (CDT)

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Hi Amanda- It's Mitchell's mom. I am so glad your mom has set up a webpage for you. Even though we will see each other a lot at the hospital, it's nice to know I can come here and check out how you are doing. Mitch will be in the hospital next Thursday for a spinal tap and chemo. Maybe we will see you then. Love, Diane and Mitch
Diane Mathis <Stubby3620@aol.com>
Boynton Beach, FL - Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 03:00 PM (CDT)

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Now that has to be the most bizarre journal entry ever!!!!!

Chris <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 01:32 AM (CDT)

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Hi Laurie,

Wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sorry we missed the dinner on the 16th, but we close on our house this Friday and the packing has begun. We'll be close to you. We bought a house on E. Whitton Drive, 2 blocks south of Okeechobee off Seminole Pratt. Rosemary & Bill
Rosemary Wheeler Dias <RoWheeler3@aol.com>
Loxahatchee, FL USA - Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at 02:03 PM (CDT)

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Gee, thats weird, where we go they NEVER do the finger sticks- they always just access the port, and they kids get "put under" for spinals. Another area hospital does not put the kids under, it uses versed for spinals, and routinely does finger stick blood tests.... different all over I guess.
I am glad she is doing well...and she will continue to - there's NO reason to believe otherwise!

Chris <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
www.caringbridge.com/page/gooch - Monday, April 22, 2002 at 11:51 PM (CDT)

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Hello Amanda--We hope you continue to feel better! We really hope you guys can make it up for the reunion this summer--it would be so much fun! We are all praying for you! Tell Sydney we say--Hey! and your mom and dad too! Love your cousins--Micah-Seth and Eli!
Micah-Seth & Eli Pacileo <mt.pacileo@verizon.net>
Edinboro, PA USA - Monday, April 22, 2002 at 09:43 PM (CDT)

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To: Amanda
You are such a brave little girl!!! I hope you get better real soon. I'll be thinking of you and will keep you in my prayers. Good luck in all you do!!! Keep smiling :)
amanda fincham <arianne619@aol.com>
west palm beach, FL - Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 09:23 PM (CDT)

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To Amanda and her family,
This is such a wonderful idea! The photos are so cute,too. I have never heard about this kind of service,
but will be sure to tell evryone about it. What a great way
to keep us all up to date. Aunt Joan
Great Aunt Joan and Uncle Bob <jmaykuth@stargate.net>
Aliquippa, PA USA - Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 05:05 PM (CDT)

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Chris <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 11:25 PM (CDT)

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Hi Guys
Amanda is one beautiful little girl no matter what!
And you're right, she may be son young she doesnt care too much about the hair loss,
but other kids unfortunately are sometimes quick to point it out.
I showed Ron my hairbrush with hair in it & explained that everyone loses hair here & there,
he was just losing a lot more at one time, but it would grow back.
I hope she realizes how many people care about her!!!
and you guys too!
Chris <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
www.caringbridge.com/page/gooch - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 10:33 PM (CDT)

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Hey Amanda hope you get better, i'll be praying for you. Good Luck in all you do.
Kaitlin <katiebug124eva@hotmail.com>
Loxahatchee, FL America - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 07:56 PM (CDT)

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Hi to all of you;
I have just got in on this site, I think it is great. I am glad Amanda is doing well. It sounds as if people are really helping your family out alot.
I thought the photos were nice, in fact I copied them so I can take them to work with me.
I hope that your family can make it to the reunion this summer. It would be good to see Amanda. Of course, it would be good to see the rest of the family also.
Hope the dinner was good.
Shirley Grooms <grooms@stargate.net>
New Castle, pa - Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at 07:10 PM (CDT)

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Hello! I had some trouble getting into this site--something wasn't right with the address I was using! I finally called Diane and got it figured--I was anxious to get in!

Amanda looks great in the picture--can't wait to see you all again! How exciting she met the stars from the movie--that's way cool! Amanda I was so glad to hear you have been back to school! I bet you liked seeing all your friends! We send so much love and continue in prayer!
Aunt Teresa <mt.pacileo@verizon.net>
Edinboro, PA U S A - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 10:24 AM (CDT)

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I JUST FOUND YOUR WEB SITE ON THE LEUKPAGES WEBSITE. I AM TOUCHED SO BY YOUR SAGA. MY GRANDSON WAS BORN IN ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL LAST APRIL 29. HE WILL CELEBRATE HIS FIRST BIRTHDAY IN A FEW WEEKS. MY SON AND HIS WIFE WERE LIVING IN JUPITER FLORIDA WHEN JAXON WAS BORN. MY SON PLAYED BASEBALL LAST SUMMER FOR THE JUPITER HAMMERHEADS. THAT AREA OF THE WORLD IS A PARADISE AND WE ENJOYED OUR VISITS THERE, WELL. ON SEPTEMBER 1.2001 THEY WERE IN DAYTONA BEACH FOR THE LAST SERIES OF BASEBALL GAMES FOR THE SEASON. JAXON WAS SICK TO HIS STOMACH AND WAS RUNNING A TEMP SO HIS MOM, KRISTEN, TOOK HIM TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM. THEY DID BLOOD WORK AND IMMEDIATELY TOLD THEM HE HAS A MALIGNANCY IN HIS BLOOD. THEY TRANSFERED HIM TO ORLANDO DURING THE NIGHT AND HE WAS DIAGNOSISED WITH AML (M5) THE NEXT DAY. THAT WAS ON SUNDAY. BY WEDNESDAY THEY HAD AIRLIFTED HIM AND HIS PARENTS TO ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL IN LITTLE ROCK, JUST 20 MINUTES FROM OUR HOME TOWN. HE HAS ENDURED MONTHS OF CHEMOTHERAPHY AND ON FEBRUARY 1, 2002 HAD AN UNRELATED STEM CELL TRANSPLANT IN SAN ANTONIO. HE IS THRIVING AND GROWING AND BLESSING US EACH DAY WITH HIS STRENGTH AND LOVE. YOU CAN READ ABOUT JAXON'S JOURNEY AT www.caringbridge.com/ar/jaxon. I WAS TOUCHED BY YOUR WEB PAGE, I GUESS BECAUSE OF HAVING VISITED YOUR AREA AND KNOWING A LITTLE ABOUT THE PLACES YOU TELL ABOUT. GOD IS SO GREAT AND HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME EVEN IN THE MIDST OF HORRIBLE CIRCUMSTANCES AND THE WORST NIGHTMARES WE CAN IMAGINE. GOD'S GRACE WILL SUSTAIN YOU AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO DO ALL YOU HAVE TO DO.

JAXON LEE'S PROUD GRANDMOTHER - SHARON LEE-
SHARON LEE <celizalee@netscape.net>
BENTON, AR - Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 11:41 AM (CDT)

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Hey Amanda- you got to meet the girls in the movie??
How cool is that!???
Hope you have a great weekend!


Chris <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Friday, April 12, 2002 at 09:56 PM (CDT)

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Have you in my prayers everyday Amanda. So glad you are doing well. Love Marion
Marion Schmock <marionbob@adelphia.net>
North Palm Beach, Fl USA - Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 07:34 AM (CDT)

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I am so glad that she is doing okay. i pray and think about her daily.
Debbie Dietrich <ddietrich@surfmk.com>
Erie, PA US - Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 08:14 PM (CDT)

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Hi guys,
I am SO happy that her sister is a perfect match!
Of course, I wish you werent thrown in this path either though.
As I said in the L&L Society boards, my son has ALL, but I can direct you to some online friends of kids with AML if you 'd like..?,
or you can try the ACOR page I mentioned.
Will be praying for you guys, I know how hard this is to deal with emotionally.

Chris
www.caringbridge.com/page/gooch
<chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
Bethel, CT - Thursday, April 04, 2002 at 12:22 PM (CST)

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