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Take care, take heart and take comfort in knowing the thoughts of the many people Ben and Andrea and your family have touched are with you at this sad time.
Gord and Maureen Paice
Moose Jaw, Canada - Tuesday, July 14, 2009 10:03 PM CDT
Dear Chris & Family:
Please accept my sincerest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful wife and mother. May great memories help in this very difficult time. Please know that others hold you up in prayer.
Mary Lou Thomson
Canada - Tuesday, July 14, 2009 12:24 AM CDT
Dear Vohland Family,
We wanted to express our deep sadness upon learning of the passing of your most wonderful Mom and Wife, Andrea. It's hard to believe, after all these years of following Ben's story and hoping for the best for you all, that this would be the final outcome...how we wish it could be all so different. I know you will all have a very special angel watching over you and living in your hearts, until the day when you will all be together again. You remain in our thoughts and prayers....
Tracey, Steve, Quinn and Callum xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, Ab, Canada, - Thursday, July 9, 2009 3:01 AM CDT
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I feel blessed to have known Andrea.
Katie Hunter's Mom <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA United States - Sunday, May 24, 2009 11:49 PM CDT
Andrea,
It was so good to come by and see your posts! I am so happy that you had a wonderful trip and great quality time with the family :-) A Happy Belated Birthday to Ben, I cannot believe he is 12, wow, almost a teenager!! I am going to be praying that you continue to be blockage free, pain free and filled with love and peace for a very long time to come. Bless you sweetie. Keep swimming. You can do it.
Tracey xoxo and clan xoxo <traceyhewison@Shaw.ca>
Calgary, Ab, - Sunday, April 26, 2009 2:29 AM CDT
Sounds like you guys had a wonderful time together! what a fabulous gift to get that video.Happy Bday to Ben from Auntie Shel! Give him a huge hug and a sloppy kiss fro me. Sending you my love and prayers.............Shel
Shelley Sych <fuwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster , AB Canada - Wednesday, April 8, 2009 9:57 AM CDT
Hey there Andrea! So glad to hear that things are going OK! Glad to hear that you are having such great family time together! Sending you all my hugs and kisses!!!!XXXXXOOOOOO
Love Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster , AB Canada - Wednesday, March 18, 2009 6:24 PM CDT
What great news! Home and being able to travel with your family. That is absolutely wonderful. Enjoy the time together and make some fabulous memories. Aren't kids great? Fighting over who gets to push Mom :) I hope they don't push you right out of the chair ;) Sending only positive thoughts and prayers your way.
Mary Lou Thomson
Kirkton, ON Canada - Friday, March 13, 2009 2:23 PM CDT
WOW - I'm just soo excited to hear that the surgery was successful and that you are enjoying Making Great Memories with your family! What a wonderful blessing from the Lord! You continue to be in our thoughts & our prayers!
Much Love Always,
Bill, Stacey, Josh, & Ben
& The Prayer Lists
THE REICH FAMILY <weluvobx@comcast.net>
Winchester, VA USA - Sunday, March 1, 2009 7:24 PM CST
Andrea and Chris, you are in my thoughts constantly and I pray that you continue to enjoy good days and times together with your family.
HUGS! Janet & Nick
Janet & Nick Swain <janetlswain@yahoo.ca>
Calgary, AB Canada - Saturday, February 14, 2009 12:07 AM CST
Glad to read that you are still able to enjoy time with your family. Sorry about the blockage, but sounds like the outcome was the best it could be. You are truly amazing, with a great attitude. Keep it up!
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, ON Canada - Thursday, February 12, 2009 12:58 AM CST
More time... what an amazing gift. I know you are making the most out of every moment, and am so happy that you have more moments to treasure.
Lots of love...
Katie (Hunter's Mom) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, February 11, 2009 9:09 PM CST
Dear Andrea,
I am so sorry it has taken me so long to get back to check on you. My laptop gave up on me over Xmas and I still have not gotten out and bought a new one (over at sister's using hers), I miss checking on everyone and reading my favorite blogs, not to mention my emails! Anyway, I was so thrilled to read that you had a marvelous Christmas with your beautiful family and smiled to see the wonderful photo of you and Amelia ringing in 2009 with great big smiles :-) But I was saddened to read of your latest pain and am now very worried about how you are doing after your scan. Keeping you close in my prayers, as are so many others, that you can have lots and lots more quality time with the kids and Chris. I wish life could be so much more fair. Sending you many hugs and all our best mojo...
love Tracey and clan xoxo <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, - Monday, February 2, 2009 9:39 PM CST
Dear Andrea,
Hunter's Mom, Katie just asked us to add you to Our Prayer List. We're soo very sorry for this heart breaking news. Just wanted you to know that many will be lifting you up in their prayers!
Lots Of Love, Thoughts, Prayers, &
Great Big (((((((HUGS)))))))
Are Coming Your Way Today!
Bill, Stacey, Josh, & Ben
& The Prayer Lists
Here's A Poem That Touches My Heart:
Footprints in the Sand - Poem
One night I dreamed I was walking
along the beach with the Lord.
Many scenes from my life flashed across the sky.
In each scene I noticed footprints in
the sand. Sometimes there were two sets
of footprints, other times there were
one set of footprints.
This bothered me because I noticed
that during the low periods of my life,
when I was suffering from anguish,
sorrow or defeat,I could see only
one set of footprints.
So I said to the Lord,
“You promised me Lord, that if
I followed you, you would walk
with me always. But I have noticed
that during the most trying periods
of my life there have only been one
set of footprints in the sand. Why,
when I needed you most, you have not
been there for me?”
The Lord replied, “The times
when you have seen only one set
of footprints in the sand,
is when I carried you.”
The Reich Family <weluvobx@comcast.net>
Winchester, VA USA - Thursday, January 22, 2009 11:37 PM CST
Dear Andrea,
May God be especially close to you during this difficult time and bring peace to you and your family. I pray that your pain is eased and that you are comforted in the knowledge that you brought Ben through his trial and that he will grow to be a man. My grandson is in his second year of ALL treatment and it hasn't been easy but I can't imagine the burdens you have carried and are carrying still. You are right, we will all be there one day - it is just a matter of when. My prayers are with you and your family.
Annette Dickson <annettekdickson@yahoo.com>
Salinas, CA 93908 - Thursday, January 22, 2009 10:36 PM CST
Hi, I'm from the ALL list. God bless you and keep you in comfort and give your family comfort and courage,too. I'm so sorry you all have been slammed with so much.
Nicki Harris
Nici Harris
Columbiana, AL USA - Thursday, January 22, 2009 4:57 PM CST
Thinking of you & your family and sending you prayers.
Joanne (a friend of Katie's)
Ont Canada - Thursday, January 22, 2009 12:45 AM CST
Andrea - I am a mom on the ALL-KIDS list - my youngest son Jonathan is one year into treatment for ALL. I am just so sorry for all that your family is going through. It seems so grossly unfair for one family to be hit so many times.
We are praying for you all so much. My mother is also fighting metastatic breast cancer this year, and often my other kids say, "I wish cancer didn't exist!" I know your kids and your whole family wish this more fervently than any of us can imagine. We will hold you all in prayer.
Pam Pilch <pamelapilch@comcast.net>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:20 AM CST
Friend of Katie, sending my thoughts and prayers that you have quality time with your family and friends. May God watch over you and bring you peace.
Carol
WI - Thursday, January 22, 2009 7:54 AM CST
I'm sorry.
Hugs and prayers for you and your family.
Suzanne Stoltz
Kingwood, TX USA - Thursday, January 22, 2009 6:14 AM CST
Andrea... I don't even know what to say. You are so brave and so strong. You are loved from halfway around the world.
Katie (Hunter's mom - www.caringbridge.org/ma/hunter) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, January 21, 2009 11:49 PM CST
Just a quick hello from the Tates (Jacque,Graeme,Imogen,Fraser and Denzel)
from Townsville. I've been thinking of you and fond memories of time we spent together in both Mt.Isa and Townsville. I send my love to you and the family. xxxxx
Jacqueline Tate <gta75592@bigpond.net.au>
Townsville, Qld Australia - Sunday, January 18, 2009 8:02 PM CST
Thinking of you and hoping that the scans bring some clear information and a plan for pain-free days to enjoy with your family!
Cindy <macyn72@yahoo.com>
Charleston, SC USA - Friday, January 16, 2009 12:27 AM CST
Sending prayers from Virginia, USA.
Jay
- Thursday, January 15, 2009 1:35 PM CST
Thinking of you often - I hope you are able to have lots of quality time left with your family.
Sue (Katie's mom/ALL list) <harverd@rogers.com>
Kanata, Canada - Thursday, January 15, 2009 10:41 AM CST
Hi Andrea. Just found out about this site . Your family in England want you to know we are thinking of you and love you.
Alan & Avril Lamond <lamond.avril@yahoo.co.uk>
Leeds, England - Tuesday, January 13, 2009 3:44 PM CST
I'm so glad that you had a great Christmas. Its hard to know what to say, other than I'm so sorry that all this has to happen to you and your beautiful family. Enjoy the good days and make wonderful memories for Chris, and your children. Keeping you in my prayers!
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, ON Canada - Thursday, January 8, 2009 7:14 AM CST
Hi Andrea!
Thank you for the update...I am obviously very relieved to hear that you have battled back, not once but twice, from some very tough times recently...I know you are made of tough stuff ;-) So sorry that you have to go through all of this, but so glad that you have the extreme love of Chris and the kids to help you keep up the good fight.
You sound excited for the holiday season that is quickly coming upon us...it sounds so funny to hear you are going to a Xmas party on the beach (but fabulous too!) when we are drowning in the snow here...it is so, so beautiful, I hope you have good memories of your time in the snowy North in Moose Jaw :-) My boys were so excited to see the snow after a very dry winter thus far, we had 8 inches come down yesterday and they were off like lightning to get in some toboganning time! I bet yours are having just as much fun in the wonderful sand and surf :-)
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas season and sending up many prayers for you to have a Christmas (or any type!)miracle. Wouldn't that be grand?
Many hugs, Tracey xoxo <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Monday, December 8, 2008 8:04 PM CST
Thinking of you this Holiday season!
Cindy <macyn72@yahoo.com>
Charleston, SC USA - Thursday, December 4, 2008 8:43 AM CST
Hi Andrea!
It seems I have gotten all wrapped up in the tiny dramas of my own life and thus, I have not visited your site in far too long. So, I am now caught up and hoping to read another update from you soon, to hear how you are doing...I am very much hoping for good news. I hope you have been busy kicking some cancer ass!!! I hope you are holding onto your hope and keeping up the good fight...I know you are, silly me to even ask. ;-) Absolutely love your new photo on the front page, hope you can post some more, maybe on the family page?? (hint, hint) How is the scrapbooking going? Visit www.smilebox.com and steal their page ideas, that's what I plan on doing :-) Promise to keep checking on you more regularily and as always, prayers and mojo are coming your way....big hugs and love,
Tracey xoxo ps sooo happy to hear Ben is all clear!! <traceyhewison@shaw.ca >
Calgary, - Saturday, November 15, 2008 11:32 PM CST
May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you,
wherever He may send you.
May He guide you through the wilderness,
protect you through the storm.
May He bring you home rejoicing
at the wonders He has shown you.
May He bring you home rejoicing
once again into our doors.
+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen
Andrea - I find it hard to understand how one family can cope with so much ... You are a shining example of hope. God be with you, guide and keep you and your family. Love from Karen Drew (your cousin) and Stuart
Karen Drew <kay_ddee@hotmail.com>
Harrogate, UK - Monday, August 25, 2008 7:30 AM CDT
Enjoy the good moments with your husband and children.
Hopefully, the bowel obstruction is the first and last one for you. Praying for a miracle for you.
Mary Lou Thomson
Kirkton, On Canada - Tuesday, August 5, 2008 3:12 PM CDT
Hi Andrea, just checking in to say I'm thinking of you. Love the new photo on the homepage!! :)
Lots of love,
Katie (Hunter's Mom) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Friday, June 27, 2008 8:54 PM CDT
Dear Andrea and family just to let you know that we are thinking of you and your beautiful children and husband even though we are so far away our hearts and hopes go out to you all.(your Dads cousin Catherine x x )
John Kenneth Lillie <ken.lillie@tiscali.co.uk>
Leeds, England - Monday, June 16, 2008 11:50 AM CDT
Thinking of you Andrea...
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 8:27 PM CDT
You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:16 AM CDT
Just stopping in to say I'm thinking of you.
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Friday, March 28, 2008 8:32 AM CDT
Andrea, I am so sorry this is now happening to you, after going through it all with Ben. I am living in my little cocoon and had not checked on my caring bridge friends in a long while. I am so shocked. I hope you can sort out what you are supposed to learn from this experience.
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Edmonton, SK Canada - Thursday, March 27, 2008 11:24 PM CDT
So sorry to hear the latest scan results. Hope you had a great Easter with the kids. Still praying for your miracle. Keep thinking positive and fighting! Sending only positive thoughts and prayers your way.
Mary Lou Thomson
Kirkton, ON Canada - Tuesday, March 25, 2008 8:02 AM CDT
Andrea,
I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through, but I know that you will come out of this stronger and better than ever. Keep up the fight!
Karen (mother to Jamey, 11, dx pre b-cell ALL 5/8/07, Noah, 9, and Coby, 6)
Karen <karen_sultan@yahoo.com>
Rockville, MD USA - Monday, March 24, 2008 3:56 AM CDT
Andrea, I just want you to know that there are people all over the world thinking about you and I'm one of them. I can't imagine fighting cancer myself after fighting it for my daughter for so long. Keep fighting, any mom who has survived their child's leukemia treatment is one tough cookie, and I'm sure this applies to you as well. Good luck. Liz LaMonica, mom to Luci, 9, dx ALL nov 06
Liz LaMonica <lizlamonica@gmail.com>
Henderson, NV usa - Sunday, March 23, 2008 10:03 PM CDT
Andrea and family,
Hoping that you can climb right back up that slide!
I'm so sorry that you all are in this fight again.
Hoping that you find the way to "all better".
Suzanne, g'mother of Elizabeth (age 6 1/2, 10 months out from BMT for relapsed ALL).
Suzanne Stoltz <sstoltz09@gmail.com>
Kingwood, TX - Sunday, March 23, 2008 6:28 AM CDT
Oh Andrea... your analogy has me sitting in a puddle of tears here - I wish there was some way we could reach down and grab your hand and help you right back up to the top of the slide.
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Saturday, March 22, 2008 9:36 PM CDT
Eloquent analogy. I would like a new park for you all too. Checking in often and sending prayers to you and yours.
Jean, another Mom of a cancer kid
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
Lake Forest, Il - Saturday, March 22, 2008 9:23 PM CDT
Dear Andrea, Chris, and kids: I was just snopping around and came across the "Ben's Page" on my computer. I was just horrified to hear of your experience and bad news since you left Moose Jaw. I thought the worst was behind you guys. That Australia would be a more loving existence for you all. I just don't know what to say, Andrea my heart goes out to you for all your pain and suffering, first your your son and now for yourself. Chris, no one will know as much as you how heartbreaking this is for you. You have strong family bond and such a loving relationship as a couple, Please know that I will have you in my prayers daily and I stretch out my arms and hug you all for this is more than one family should have to bear. I know that it is your will to go on that will sustain you both. Again, I am absolutely stuck for words. God bless you both and your children.
Jackie Stewart <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
Moose Jaw, Sask. , - Monday, March 3, 2008 10:43 AM CST
Andrea,
I am so sorry the news was not what we had all hoped and prayed for...but without hope, there is no hope, as Julianna Banana says...and I know you have HOPE! Hang on to it with all your might. Know that there are many out in cyber land who are praying for you with all our might. I wish there were more we could do for you. All our best energy and mojo is coming your way.
I love the new photo of you with the kiddies, it's good to see your smiling face :-) I know you love your babies so much, and they you. Wherever you are, you are always, always in each others hearts.
Keep fighting, Andrea, you have to keep fighting, for your kids, your husband, yourself. I know you are up to the challenge.
Peace and love,
Tracey xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Thursday, February 21, 2008 11:26 PM CST
Oh Andrea, I'm very, very sad for you too. But where there is life there is hope! I'm praying for a miracle for you. You look so happy at the zoo with your children. The giraffe is incredible. Keep a positive attitude and never give up the fight. Others are praying for you.
Mary Lou Thomson
Kirkton, ON CanadA - Monday, February 11, 2008 11:52 AM CST
Hi Andrea,Chris,Ben,Joseph and Amelia,
It is so hard to come up with the words to say to all of you. This latest news was hard to hear but you are a fighter and I know you will keep fighting. Life sure isn't fair sometimes. I cry with you and pray for the strength you need. Give yourself and the kids a hug for me. I am looking forward to seeing you guys soon. Never give up Hope.
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Monday, February 11, 2008 10:14 AM CST
I can't remember all the words- but there is an old song- "I will Survive" - hang in there! As I often tell my kids- and Ihave told my docs- sorry, I don't have time to fall apart today- there isn't room on my schedule! I had one doc look at me and asked to see my planner. He actually took it and wrote it in!
You may or may not remember us- I was pretty quiet on the ALL list. Hang in there! We are pulling for you!
Margie, mom to Karissa- dx'd with ALL 1/95 ot 9/97; Anna- dx'd with ITP 2/91 progressed to MDS 3/04 and now in need of a bone marrow transplant; and William dx;d with ITP 12/94; and wife to Kris for almost 24 years <huhnerhaus@comcast.net>
Ft. Lewis, WA USA - Tuesday, February 5, 2008 5:13 PM CST
Dear Andrea,So very sorry to hear your latest news. All of us in England are thinking of and hoping for you. Love to all, The Drew family.
Mrs.A.Drew <anneandmick@supanet.com>
Hornsea, England - Tuesday, February 5, 2008 7:14 AM CST
Andrea, here is a poem for you!
YOU STILL HAVE HOPE
If you can look at the sunset and smile,
then you still have hope.
If you can find beauty in the colors of a small flower,
then you still have hope.
If you can find pleasure in the movement of a butterfly,
then you still have hope.
If the smile of a child can still warm your heart,
then you still have hope.
If you can see the good in other people,
then you still have hope.
If the rain breaking on a roof top can still lull you to sleep,
then you still have hope.
If the sight of a rainbow still makes you stop and stare in wonder,
then you still have hope.
If the soft fur of a favored pet still feels pleasant under your fingertips,
then you still have hope.
If you meet new people with a trace of excitement and optimism,
then you still have hope.
If you give people the benefit of a doubt,
then you still have hope.
If you still offer your hand in friendship to others that have touched your life,
then you still have hope.
If receiving an unexpected card or letter still brings a pleasant surprise,
then you still have hope.
If the suffering of others still fills your with pain and frustration,
then you still have hope.
If you refuse to let a friendship die,
or accept that it must end,
then you still have hope.
If you look forward to a time or place of quiet and reflection,
then you still have hope.
If you still buy the ornaments,
put up the Christmas tree or cook the supper,
then you still have hope.
If you can look to the past and smile,
then you still have hope.
If, when faced with the bad,
when told everything is futile,
you can still look up and end the conversation with the phrase..."yeah...BUT.,"
then you still have hope.
Hope is such a marvelous thing.
It bends, it twists, it sometimes hides,
but rarely does it break.
It sustains us when nothing else can.
It gives us reason to continue and courage to move ahead,
when we tell ourselves we'd rather give in.
Hope puts a smile on our face
when the heart cannot manage.
Hope puts our feet on the path
when our eyes cannot see it.
Hope moves us to act
when our souls are confused of the direction.
Hope is a wonderful thing,
something to be cherished and nurtured,
and something that will refresh us in return.
And it can be found in each of us,
and it can bring light into the darkest of places.
NEVER LOSE HOPE!
~~ Author Unknown ~~
Sharon Owttrim-Fraser (www.caringbridge.org/canada/stewart)
Shediac River, NB CANADA - Monday, February 4, 2008 9:23 AM CST
Andrea,
I'm an ALL-List mom. I wanted to send you warm, healing thoughts/hopes/prayers as you start another long road. There aren't enough words in the world to cover what must be going through your heart. I can't fathom how you're managing to make it through an ordinary day, much less with "only" leaky eyes. Most of us on List may be half a world away, but we will do our best to comfort and support you. I think the idea of a memory box is brilliant! Be sure to include ridiculous photos of past hair styles you're embarrassed about. I have the sneaking suspicion you have an amazing sense of humor.
May you find the healing you need.
Cyber hugs,
Alicia - ALL-Kids list
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
Powell, OH - Monday, February 4, 2008 8:46 AM CST
Andrea----I am at a loss for words, this is absolutely so unfair. I thought about you today while I was driving around doing errands...thought about you looking in on your children at night, kids who so need their Mom....it is just heartbreaking. And you are right, there is way too much you still need to see and do for them, keep on fighting the good fight.
Sending prayers that your family will be blessed to have you with them for a long time to come.
Jean All-Kids
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
Lake Forest, IL - Sunday, February 3, 2008 9:03 PM CST
Andrea,
An old timer from the ALL-Kids list here. So sorry to hear of your health setback. Sending healing thoughts to you.
You asked for songs or quotes-I'll share a song that has meant a lot to me in our family's battle with cancer. It's from Sugarland and called "Stand Back Up" and for me, it speaks for the families who live with cancer. Here's a few lines of lyrics from the song, all the lyrics are at http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/sugarland/standbackup.html:
Go ahead and take your best shot,
Let 'er rip, give it all you've got,
I'm laid out on the floor, but I've been here before,
I may stumble, yeah I might fall,
Only human aren't we all?
I might lose my way, but hear me when I say,
I will stand back up,
You'll know just the moment when I've had enough,
Sometimes I'm afraid, and I don't feel that tough,
But I'll stand back up,
Hang in there Andrea, hug your kids, keep being nice to the checkout chick and know that you are being lifted in prayer around the world.
Missy <missy.layfield@cfu.net>
- Sunday, February 3, 2008 9:01 PM CST
I wish I had more to say than I'm sorry and I'm praying for a miracle and hugging you as strongly as I can.
It's great to know that Ben is doing well.
It's the pits that you aren't.
Blessings and good wishes from Elizabeth's g'ma.
www.caringbridge.com/visit/elisabethstoltz
Suzanne Stoltz <sstoltz09@gmail.com>
Kingwood, TX USA - Sunday, February 3, 2008 3:28 PM CST
Hi Andrea,
Life seems so unfair these days. Oh how I am praying for you to have strength to keep up the fight. I am sending all positive thoughts your way. May God bless you and your beautiful family in a miraculous way.
Lisa mom to Kambryn dx 7/19/07 with pre-B ALL
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kambryn
Lisa Lowrey <LTLowrey2001@yahoo.com>
Lebanon, TN USA - Sunday, February 3, 2008 1:40 PM CST
Hi Andrea - I was so shocked to read your updates over the last year - I didn't realize how out of touch I'd been. I'm not even sure what to say - "I'm sorry" doesn't begin to touch how I'm feeling right now.
Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Sunday, February 3, 2008 1:06 PM CST
Hi Andrea,
It just doesn't seem fair that you have to deal with this. My heart breaks knowing how your eyes well up in tears just thinking about what lies ahead. Sue's suggestions might be helpful ... Just wish I could do something to help you out.
Frances, Paul and family @ Lucas' page <hammonds@wincom.net>
- Sunday, February 3, 2008 12:15 AM CST
Hi Andrea - I have been meaning to leave you a note a few times - but then get bogged down in the what to say.
Funny you think after being immersed in the cancer world for so long that would not be a problem. I'm sorry you are going through this. Having a kid with cancer is enough!
I will did out my inspiring qutes and post one to you.
One thing I read in a magazine once that I thought was a really neat idea. This mom who had incurable liver cancer spent a bit of time putting a memory box together for each of her kids. Wrote letters for each of their birthdays till they reached 20, left videos, etc. Not sure how much energy you have - but maybe you have a friend who could help.
Lots of love, prayers and positive thoughts winging your way.
Sue (Katie's mom/ALL list) <harverd@rogers.com>
Ottawa, Canada - Sunday, February 3, 2008 11:10 AM CST
Dear Andrea, I tried to email you a few days ago but have not got a reply. I am heartbroken to hear how sick you are. Please if you can email.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Brenda
Brenda Hankinson <ghankin@telusplanet.net>
Edmonton, AB Canada - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 9:55 PM CST
Well Christmas is coming to a close and I hope that it was very special. I am sure that the kids got all their hearts desired and I hope that you are getting a much needed break. All our love.
Lori, Darren, Becky and Stacey
Lori Rivet <larivet@shaw.ca>
Edmonton, Alberta Canada - Thursday, December 27, 2007 1:57 PM CST
Thinking of you all.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Friday, December 21, 2007 7:49 AM CST
Just checking in on you, Andrea, hope you are keeping up the good fight....
big hugs,
Tracey xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Saturday, December 1, 2007 4:28 PM CST
Andrea,
Sending you lots of love and hugs!
Lena {Hug-a-Bug}
Turner Valley, AB - Sunday, November 18, 2007 4:59 PM CST
Andrea,
I think you are possibly the bravest, strongest woman I 'know'. I am so sorry to hear this latest news, it's not what we were hoping for, we will keep you in our prayers and send you all of our best energy to keep fighting!! Just keep believing in yourself and know you can do it....miracles happen every day. If anyone deserves a miracle, it's you.
Sending you many warm hugs,
Tracey and clan xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, - Sunday, November 18, 2007 11:08 AM CST
Hi to Ben & Andrea,
Glad Ben is doing well. As for you Andrea, I believe in the power of prayer. You are always in my thoughts & prayers.
I'll be back to visit both of u soon.
(((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Dabbles&Doodles, Post Pals
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
NY, NY USA - Saturday, November 17, 2007 2:13 PM CST
Andrea, you and your family will be in my prayers. Yes, enjoy every day, and expect the best!!!
Marcia and the gang, Hug a Bug <marciat@sympatico.ca>
Bradford, ON Canada - Saturday, November 17, 2007 11:37 AM CST
I am so sorry to hear the news... you and your family are in my prayers.
Heidi Rempel (HugABug) <hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Saturday, November 17, 2007 11:14 AM CST
Andrea- I check in on Ben's Page quite regularly, and don't know what to say about your latest diagnosis except that I still believe in miracles and if anyone deserves one, it is you Andrea. My best to Ben and your family.
Maureen Paice
Moose Jaw, Canada - Thursday, November 1, 2007 12:26 AM CDT
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, ontario Canada - Thursday, November 1, 2007 7:42 AM CDT
Oh Andrea, I'm so sorry to read the latest update. MIRACLES DO HAPPEN, and I will be praying for yours. Enjoy every minute with your family and keep positive. Sending only positive thoughts and prayers your way.
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, ON Canada - Thursday, November 1, 2007 6:28 AM CDT
Dear Andrea,
Greetings from your long lost friend in Tamworth !! Who by the way was at Taronga Zoo last sunday.... My friend Lorraine came over from Winnipeg for a mere week ( major jet lag), so the least I could do was indulge her need to see a platypus swimming !!
Sorry I've been out of touch so long !! Not very good at electronic stuff (keep losing your details with every computer meltdown, change of provider...) but I did manage to find the caringbridge site after much more searching than the average teenager would need.
And I must admit I've retreated a bit socially because of my owngoing marriage difficulties. Funny ( not Ha Ha) how we can do that when we need the support the most?
Was glad there was a way to find you again,as I have been thinking of you and Ben here and there. Was flabbergasted to read of your diagnosis and treatment!! Last time I checked things were looking good for Ben and I had hoped that things would ease up for you guys from there on in...
My thoughts and wishes are with you all !! Thought it was cool you came back to Australia again. Didn't catch where, as I only had time to read a few selected entries. Would love to hear from you, but will understand if there's too much going on....
Have to run and finish the bathroom cleaning, help with a computer search, and make a net for a bug catching school excursion tomorrow. Plus brace myself for a swim with the kids (just a little cool for these old bones). I should be better than that being Canadian, but I have gone a bit native in all sorts of ways including that.
Mike's off on a 76 km mountain bike challenge in Walcha to raise money for the westpac helicopter service, so he'll need serious carboloading and slouch time on the couch when he gets back later. I think with daylight savings last night, he had to wake up at 4am ( for 7.30 am start) on his internal time clock.
Good luck with your bathroom renovation !! Makes me shudder and flashback to our renovations a few years ago, and the pool installation and landscaping a year and a half ago. I'm resisting the kitchen and bathroom ideas my hubby has at the moment.
Shay
Shaylene Sissons <shaylenesissons@primusonline.com.au>
Tamworth, nsw Australia - Saturday, October 27, 2007 10:11 PM CDT
Hello! So sorry to hear the latest news... please keep us posted!! You're in my thoughts.
Heidi Rempel (HAB) <hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Wednesday, October 24, 2007 2:10 PM CDT
Good Morning, Andrea,
Another update, and one that started so well! Hoping and praying that the lesions on your lungs are not mets...so happy to hear that you had a lovely holiday with your family, you all so deserve it. I have been to the Taronga Zoo in Sydney and Canberra too, waaaaayyy back in 1977, my uncle used to live in Melbourne with his wife and first child (they have two more now)....and that first child, my cousin Katherine, is just in the process of becoming a doctor, so now I am really dating myself, LOL! It's been some time now since your update and you would have had surgery already, I am praying to hear that the big tumor was just a cyst. And that you didn't have to have any really invasive stuff done also. Please let us know how you are doing; in the meantime, you are very much in my prayers. Hang in there, those kids need you, never give up your hope, I think you can do this.
Do you celebrate Hallowe'en in Aussie, on the 31st? If so, won't it be lovely to not wear snowsuits?? LOL
All my best to the boys!!
Hope that bathroom is getting finished ;-)
Love Tracey xoxoo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 11:23 AM CDT
Oh Andrea, I'm so sorry to hear the latest news update. I was hoping that no news was good news. Glad that you and your family were able to get away and enjoy a well deserved holiday together. Sending only positive thoughts and prayers your way!
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, ON Canada - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 10:49 AM CDT
Dear Andrea,
So sorry to not have been by more often and now I see that it has been a very long time since you updated....I am going to take that as you being very busy with treatment and your wonderful boys! Please take a second when you can to jot a quick note to let us know how you are doing, you remain in our prayers, I know you can beat this thing, keep up the good fight Andrea!
Big hugs,
Tracey and family xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Wednesday, August 15, 2007 2:16 AM CDT
Hi Ben & Andrea,
Just wanted to stop by again to let u know that u are both in my thoughts and prayers and I think of u both all the time.
Be back soon for another visit.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings, Dabbles&Doodles
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, July 10, 2007 3:54 PM CDT
Click on FLAG = SOEW Fun Page
Click on Drum = a safe display of fireworks fun.
Have fun, kids of ALL AGES.
God bless,
Angel Jen, SOEW #1 and SOEW #2
HARLEY and BARRETT
SOEW, OWC, PB AND OTHERS
Angel Jen, SOEW <angel.jen@mymacs.org>
Nashville Area, TN USA - Wednesday, July 4, 2007 8:59 AM CDT
Wishing you a week showered in happiness…Take care,
Christamae
Ones Who Care
Christamae Zimpel
- Tuesday, July 3, 2007 4:42 PM CDT
Ben & Andrea,
It was great to read the good news on both of you. I will continue to keep u both in my thoughts and prayers.
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Will be back soon to see how u are doing.
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings, Hugs&Hope
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, June 24, 2007 2:45 PM CDT
Ben & Andrea:
Floating by to say HELLO have a great week. We had hoped for an updateAlso wanted you to know we'll be away but will cont to pray for you.
Charlene & BECKY/Ones Who Care
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- Thursday, June 21, 2007 6:18 PM CDT
Benjamin,
Just wanted to stop by so u know that even if I don't get here, u are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrea,sorry I missed your birthday, so here are so belated birthday wishes.
I'll be back real soon.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings, Hugs&Hopes
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Monday, June 4, 2007 1:55 PM CDT
Happy Belated Birthday, Andrea!!! I too have left the '30's', but to be honest, the '40's' have been the greatest yet! Every candle on the cake is another year of blessings :-) I can't wait to hear what surprise was out in the shed!!!
Wonderful, fantastic news on the lesions shrinking, keep it up, almost half way there, you can do it!
So great to hear that Ben is thriving and enjoying a new sport, hurray!
We are one month out from school holidays, can't wait and fingers crossed for a sunny, hot summer :-)
All the best, big hugs,
Tracey and clan xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 11:24 AM CDT
Happy B Day Andrea. I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your 30's. Welcome to the 40's!!!!. That is great news about Ben. Well if you vomit this year on your birthday you will not have the chemo to blame. I hope that you have the best birthday ever.
Lori, Darren, Becky and Stacey Rivet <larivet@shaw.ca>
Edmonton, Canada - Friday, May 25, 2007 9:46 PM CDT
Hello, there is a hidden message here for you, but you've got to do a little bit of work to find it. Use the coin to "scratch" the surface to reveal your message
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Love Viks
If you have 1 minute spare today please send an email to a sick child at www.postpals.co.uk
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Tuesday, May 22, 2007 3:42 AM CDT
Benjamin,
Just to let u know tnat u are always thought about, and in my thoughts & prayers.
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((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Monday, May 21, 2007 1:59 PM CDT
Benjamin,
Just to let u know that u are alwaya in my thoughts and prayers.
Be backsoon.(((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Monday, May 21, 2007 1:53 PM CDT
Writing a note filled with wishes of peace, love, and happiness.Take care,
Christamae
Ones Who Care
Christamae Zimpel
- Thursday, May 17, 2007 5:11 PM CDT
Benjamin,
Just wanted to take a ride by to see how u were doing, and to let u know that u are always in my thoughts and prayers.
I'll be back soon to see how your doing.
((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings, Dabbles&Doodles
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 2:08 PM CDT
Benjamin,
Just wanted to stop by to let u know that u are always being
thought about, and that u are always in my thoughts and prayers.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))
LoveEileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings,Dabbles&Doodles
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 2:02 PM CDT
Just wanted to say that someone in Colorado thought of you today. LIVESTRONG.
linda pung, ones who care member <ginponymom@yahoo.com>
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 11:36 AM CDT
Hi I came to with Ben a Happy OT! Congratulations on finishing your treatment Ben!
Andrea- I could hardly believe your other news! I am sure you are especialy glad to be back in Australia where you have family and friends to help out with the kids when you are feeling worn out. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you begin your own cancer battle.
Sue (Katie's mom) canada/katiespage
Ottawa, Canada - Tuesday, May 15, 2007 4:15 PM CDT
God bless you sweetie,
Angel Jen, SOEW, OWC, PB, Others
SOEW #1 and SOEW #2
Visit Harley and Barrett anytime.
Angel Jen, SOEW <angel.jen@mymacs.org>
Nashville Area, TN USA - Monday, May 14, 2007 11:37 PM CDT
Popping by in hopes of an update. Praying all are doing well.Charlene & BECKY/Ones Who Care
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- Monday, May 14, 2007 8:10 PM CDT
Hope all is well and you have a good week.
Heather/Ones Who Care
Heather Sarina's Mom http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/sarina/ <cloudraven@veriozn.net>
Phila, PA USA - Monday, May 14, 2007 7:42 PM CDT
Thought we'd pop in and send some sunshine wishes from Florida! (Not too much smoke from the fires here yet! We just came from Ft Walton and it's already there, though.) Long distance hugs!
Cathe L haldagobay.com/Dabbles and Doodles/OWC <haldagobay1@bellsouth.net>
Pensacola, - Monday, May 14, 2007 1:52 PM CDT
Andrea,
I was doing some reminiscing and decided to go back in Lucas' guestbook and read some of those early, early messages when he was in the thick of treatment. I ran across Ben's link and thought, wow I wonder how they are doing.
I am so sorry that you still have that cancer monster living in your house. If anything, Ben showed you how to be brave and continue fighting. I wish you the same. Positive thinking really has it's good points.
Frances
Frances, Paul and family @ Lucas' page <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, Ontario Canada - Saturday, May 12, 2007 8:10 AM CDT
Ben & Mom,
Thats great news about Ben. Lets hope it continues to stay that way. I will have Ben and yourself in my thoughts and prayers.
Hang in there. I will be back soon for another visit.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))
LoveEileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings,Dabblews&Doodles
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, May 6, 2007 3:49 PM CDT
Awsome news about Ben!!!!!!!!!!
Floating by to say HELLO have a great week.Charlene & BECKY/Ones Who Care
.. <cb_withowcandaw@yahoo.ca>
- Wednesday, May 2, 2007 10:13 AM CDT
Jamming by to check up on you. Have a fantabulous week!Take care,
Christamae
Ones Who Care
Christamae Zimpel
- Thursday, April 19, 2007 3:35 PM CDT
Ben & Andrea:
Charlene & BECKY/Ones Who care
..
- Saturday, April 14, 2007 8:45 AM CDT
I hope your Easter, 2007 was a good one. Also leaving you a little bit of SOEW Sunshine to enjoy.
with love from 
Click above on both tags
God's love 'n blessings always,
Owner & Leader of SOEW
Proud Member of OWC, PB, and others
Angel Jen <angel.jen@mymacs.org>
Nashville Area, TN USA - Monday, April 9, 2007 4:29 AM CDT
Happy Easter!Take care,
Christamae
Ones Who Care
Christamae Zimpel
- Saturday, April 7, 2007 4:24 PM CDT
Woohoo for off treatment for Ben! Andrea-just keep on keepin' on. Wishing you the best!
Take care,
Christamae
Ones Who Care
Christamae Zimpel
- Thursday, April 5, 2007 7:49 PM CDT
Ben & Andrea: Popping by to wish you a Blesed safe &
Charlene & BECKY/Ones Who Care
.... <gcbbunny@sympatico.ca>
- Thursday, April 5, 2007 10:04 AM CDT
Ben & Andrea,
Its good news for the both of you. I will continue to have u in my thoughts and prayers.
Be back soon for another visit.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings
Eileen
USA - Tuesday, April 3, 2007 2:23 PM CDT
Ben, CONGRATULATIONS on being OT!!!! Whooohooo and happy dance! So great to hear that you are in such a good place, we are so thrilled for you.
Andrea, it is so comforting to see you retain your fantastic sense of humor....it will help carry you through, laughter is very healing :-) You are in our prayers and we are hoping for the best possible results on your CT scan. Hang. In. There. We will be following you closely and sending you all our best energy. Now go and kick some cancer ass!!
Hugs,
Tracey and clan xoxo HA <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Wednesday, March 28, 2007 0:14 AM CDT
Andrea and Ben, Just wanted to say that someone in Colroado thought of you today. Ben, congratulations. Andrea, I hate to sound so cliche, but take one day at a time. May your good days be long and peaceful. May your bad days pass quickly. Know that you are thought of often.
linda pung, ones who care member <ginponymom@yahoo.com>
colorado springs, co usa - Tuesday, March 27, 2007 11:08 AM CDT
Way to go Ben. Glad school is going well.
Good Luck Andrea with your treatments.
Heather/Ones Who Care
Heather Sarina's Mom http://www3.caringbridge.org/pa/sarina/ <cloudraven@verizon.net>
Phila, PA USA - Monday, March 26, 2007 6:24 PM CDT
Ben's mom, Andrea
I am so sorry. I understand your longing for "the end of chemo date" and now to have to endure this yourself. It is quite alright to say "it's not fair" - because it is not. My family will now pray for you - that treatment does not consume you and for joyous days to be given to your family.
The Simmons' Family <losimmo6@aol.com /// www.caringbridge.org/mi/teambradley>
- Monday, March 26, 2007 10:58 AM CDT
Congrats on being done with treatment Ben! I am sure it was one of the milestones in your life you will not soon forget! My son Bradley is done with chemo next March (3-24-08)- so our family can relate. May God continue to protect you!
The Simmons' Family (www.caringbridge.org/mi/teambradley)
- Monday, March 26, 2007 10:52 AM CDT
Andrea, Just wanted to say that someone in Colorado thought of you today. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Storming the gates of heaven for strength, grace and peace as you cotninue your own fight. LIVESTRONG
linda pung <ginponymom@yahoo.com>
colorado springs, c usa - Wednesday, March 21, 2007 11:30 AM CDT
Hello Ben and Andrea,
Hoping all is going well in your neck of the world. Did you have a big St. Patrick's Day celebration 'down under'? Hope the weather is glorious for you and you are having many, many fun days together. Keeping you all in our prayers, hold tight to each other, take time to appreciate all the little pleasures and gifts.
Big hugs,
Tracey and family oxox HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Tuesday, March 20, 2007 12:05 AM CDT
Benjamin and family,
I just wanted u all to know that I have Benjamin and the entire famly in my thoughts and prayers.
Will be back soon to see how everyone is doing.
((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCare, Angel_Wings
Eileen
USA - Sunday, March 18, 2007 7:21 PM CDT
A mix of an update. Yea to the finish of treatment. A I am sorry and thinking of you for all that you will be facing. Life likes to throw us curve balls, but I am sure you will him this ball out of the park. (Sorry Can't wait for the baseball season to start....GO Phillies)
Heather/Ones Who Care
Heather Sarina's Mom http://www3.caringbridge.org/pa/sarina/ <cloudraven@verizon.net>
Phila, PA usa - Saturday, March 17, 2007 7:45 PM CDT
Dear Ben & Andrea: we are praying for both of you here in Ont. Canada.
Charlene & Becky/Ones Who Care
.. <gcbbunny@sympatico.ca>
- Saturday, March 17, 2007 6:29 PM CDT
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viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, March 17, 2007 5:56 PM CDT
Happy St. Patrick's Day! We are thinking about you.
caringbridge.org/visit/quiltsofhope
Jaime <aquiltofhope@aol.com>
- Saturday, March 17, 2007 2:47 PM CDT
Dear Andrea,
I would like to say something encouraging...I am at a loss for words...
Lots of Hugs,
Lena {Hug-a-Bug}
Turner Valley, AB - Thursday, March 15, 2007 3:58 PM CDT
Dear Andrea,
Checking back through the guestbook, I see that I have not stopped in to sign since Aug 05...where has the time gone?? I am stunned to read your latest news and so saddened to hear that cancer is taking another swipe at your family. You will have to take Ben's lead and find your strength in him and the rest of your wonderful family, friends, and even strangers. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers, that is a promise! Fight as hard as you can and always keep your HOPE. Sending you big, warm hugs....
Tracey and family xoxoxo Hug A Bug (HAB) <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Thursday, March 15, 2007 11:27 AM CDT
to andrea, im not sure really what to say other than im so sorry to hear your news. you and your family will be very much in my thoughts. all my love viks from hab
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Wednesday, March 14, 2007 8:01 PM CDT
Ben, congrats on the finish of your treatments. You will need to give your Mom support as she starts on her journey. Andrea, I'm sorry to read about your battle with the cancer monster. Please stay positive and give it your best shot. Sending only positive thoughts and prayers your way!
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, ON Canada - Tuesday, March 13, 2007 8:40 AM CDT
Hi Andrea, Chris, Ben, Joseph and Amelia - Way to go Ben, we are so happy you are on the last of your treatments... we wish you lots of healthy happy days! Andrea, that was a wonderful quote you found from Lance Armstrong - you are always in our thoughts and prayers - Love, Laurie & Jeff
Laurie & Jeff Landro
St. Albert, AB Canada - Saturday, March 10, 2007 2:43 PM CST
wishing your whole family well, Andrea and Chris. We think of you often.
Auntie Anne and Uncle Mick and family <anneandmick@supanet.com>
Skipsea, East Yorks England - Saturday, March 10, 2007 1:06 PM CST
I's stopping in to let you know I'm thinking of you today! I'm glad your road is smooth right now and I will continue to hope it stays that way! All the best!
Tracy Eckhardt (Hug a Bug) and Christopher <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
Kitchener, ON Canada - Monday, November 13, 2006 1:22 PM CST
Hi!
We are new friends checking out your journey with this terrible disease. I am so glad Ben is doing well. Hang in there and we will be sure to check up on you again.
Renee Guinane (caringbridge.org/ca/samguinane)
Renee Guinane <guinane@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USa - Wednesday, October 18, 2006 3:40 PM CDT
Glad to hear things are going well!
Heidi Rempel (HAB) <hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB, Canada - Thursday, September 28, 2006 7:16 AM CDT
Good for you Ben! My wish for you is a long, healthy, happy life. Glad to read that life in Australia is good. Someday I hope to visit Australia and New Zealand too. Sending only positive thoughts and prayers your way.
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, ON Canada - Tuesday, August 29, 2006 12:44 AM CDT
Good to read that all is going well for Ben, if a little bit tired of the long journey! I too neglect our website, but it is hard to keep up when everything is going so well. I admit that I was jealous when I read about your move and sorry we never got to meet when you lived so close. Take care and I'll keep peeking in on you every so often.
Lori & Lyza & crew
www.caringbridge.org/canada/lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Saturday, August 12, 2006 2:51 PM CDT
Hi Ben! I'm just stopping by to say hi and let you know that I'm thinking of you! I hope you have a great weekend! God bless and *warm hugs* ><>†<><
*Jennifer C* from Angels on Earth <coopsie78@gmail.com>
Eugene, OR USA - Friday, August 11, 2006 7:53 PM CDT
My Prayers.
Matt Hathaway
- Saturday, July 15, 2006 7:15 PM CDT
HI Andrea,
I still check this page now and then. I was happy to see an update.
Katie is now OT - if Ben had been treated at our clinic so would he since the POG protocols were the same for boys and girls (2.5 years). I don't know how the boys stand it for so long. Katie had to drag her little body to the finish line - the last few months were awful! Anyway - thank goodness that is over and we are now enjoying each and every day of OT.
Hope you continue to update now and then.
Sue (ALL list /Katie's mom); canada/katiespage
Ottawa, Canada - Thursday, July 13, 2006 3:31 PM CDT
Thanks for the update. Keep going Ben, hopefully not long to go now. Our best wishes to you all. Love Auntie Sheila and Uncle Roy.
Roy Swain <rswain@ntlworld.com>
Leeds, England - Monday, July 10, 2006 3:59 PM CDT
Hi Ben! Just dropped by to say hey. I hope you're continuing to feel well!
Heidi Rempel (HAB) <hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 6:10 AM CDT
What great news to see that your move went well! AND that Ben has been doing so famously with his treatments.
Our little girl was recently diagnosed with ALL. We found out the day after her 3rd birthday. Reading journals like yours - and seeing brave little ones - like Ben - help me to feel better.
Come visit us anytime-
www.caringbridge.org/visit/rachelanne
Monica
- Wednesday, May 3, 2006 12:04 AM CDT
hi get waht to said hi and see how youa re doing? and siad happy easrer. here is my wed page.
www.caringbridge.org/pa/anna.mcnamara.
Anna.
anna <RSDispain@yahoo.com www.caringbridge.org/pa/anna.mcnamara.>
allentown, pa usa - Monday, April 17, 2006 8:16 AM CDT
Hope things are going well for you all! :)
Heidi Rempel (HAB) <hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB The Frozen Tundra ;) - Monday, March 13, 2006 4:07 AM CST
Thinking of you all tonight!
Tracy Eckhardt (HAB)and Christopher <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
Kitchener, ON Canada - Monday, February 27, 2006 1:51 AM CST
G'day Mate! (I've always wanted to visit Australia!) Hope things are going well for you in the great land down under!
Heidi Rempel (HAB) <hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Monday, February 6, 2006 6:12 AM CST
Hello Vohlands! It's so good to hear you all got settled in well down there. Hope Ben is still doing well and that things are still good with all of you. Drop me a line when you get the chance.
Take care,
Laurie & Jeff
Laurie & Jeff Landro
St. Albert, AB Canada - Saturday, February 4, 2006 5:40 PM CST
Hi Ben! I'm just stopping by to say hi and let you know that I'm thinking of you! I hope you have a GREAT week! God bless and *warm hugs*
*Jennifer C* from Angels on Earth <coopsie78@gmail.com>
Eugene, OR USA - Friday, January 27, 2006 9:43 PM CST
Hello Vohlands - long time no talk. Glad to read that everyone is settling in well and that you sound so happy to be back home with family and friends. Riley has been struggling with some really inconsistent counts, but other than that is doing well. Will be checking back in regularly again. All the best!!
Riley's Page
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, On Canada - Saturday, January 21, 2006 2:14 PM CST
Hello, just thought i would pop by your page to have a nosey at how you are doing and how life downunder is
Love Viks from Hug a bug and
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Friday, January 20, 2006 12:04 AM CST
I hope you all enjoyed your Christmas and that the New Year brings you all the joy, hopes and happiness you so richly deserve.
Love to you all
Karen Drew (Andrea's cousin) <kay_ddee@hotmail.com>
Harrogate, UK - Friday, December 30, 2005 5:59 AM CST
So glad to read you have settled into your new/old home. Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas.
Sue (ALL list /Katie's mom); canada/katiespage
Ottawa, Canada - Thursday, December 22, 2005 4:10 PM CST
Glad to hear all is well! Just stopping in to wish your family a very Merry Christmas and all the best in 2006!
Tracy Eckhardt (Hug a Bug) and Christopher <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
Kitchener, ON Canada - Wednesday, December 21, 2005 10:27 PM CST
Glad to hear that you're settling down well and enjoying the warm weather. We had a lovely day in Disneyland with you all. Keep in touch. Auntie Sheila and Uncle Roy.
Roy Swain <rswain@ntlworld.com>
Leeds, Yorks England - Monday, December 12, 2005 11:04 AM CST
OK I *KNOW* they have computers in Oz... where are you guys?! I miss you!
With love,
Katie, mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Sunday, November 20, 2005 9:03 PM CST
Hi Ben
Its not long until Christmas, are you looking forward to it?
Lots of love Viks from HAB and Post Pals
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Monday, November 14, 2005 3:43 AM CST
Just stopping in to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!
Tracy (Hug a Bug) and Christopher
Hope your move went well!
.. <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
- Monday, October 10, 2005 7:04 PM CDT
I hope your move went well and your are settling into you new place. I'm sure it must be nice to be back closer to your family.
Sue (ALL list /Katie's mom); http://www2.caringbridge.org/canada/katiespage
Ottawa, Canada - Thursday, October 6, 2005 10:35 AM CDT
Hi Ben,
I hope you are having a fun day!
Hugs,
Lena {HugABug} <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
Jasper, AB - Wednesday, October 5, 2005 0:55 AM CDT
Hi you all,
I had lost this web address and just found it again!
Hope everyone is healthy and you are getting settled in your new/old country.
Cheerio,
Nola
Nola <ayers@shaw.ca>
- Tuesday, October 4, 2005 7:08 PM CDT
Hi Ben!
Mr.Paice and I just got back from a trip to the Maritimes. We had never been there before, and it was so different from the prairies, that I couldn't help thinking of you and your move to Canada and how different it must have been for you and your family. I hope you are all settled in Australia. I was sorry to hear you were leaving Canada, but know you have lots of friends and family there.
Stay healthy, Ben.
Mrs. Paice
Maureen Paice <mpaice@sasktel.net>
Moose Jaw, Canada - Tuesday, October 4, 2005 11:37 AM CDT
Hi Benjamin,
I hope it is warmer where you are. Here it was -5C the other night and all my flowers froze!
Hugs,
Lena {HugABug} <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
Jasper, AB - Thursday, September 29, 2005 0:34 AM CDT
I hope things are going well, and you're getting settled in your new home. How exciting!!
Take care,
Marcia and the gang, HugABug http://fivegoofs.tripod.com <marciat@sympatico.ca>
Bradford, ON Canada - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 9:08 PM CDT
Hi Ben,
I hope the move is going well. How exciting!
Hugs,
Lena {HugABug} <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
Jasper, AB - Sunday, September 18, 2005 3:03 PM CDT
Hoping you are all settled in your new home. Looking forward to hearing an update and maybe even some pictures! :) I've always wanted to visit Australia, now maybe I can come hang out with you, LOL.
With love,
Katie, mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Saturday, September 17, 2005 2:09 PM CDT
Just hoping that you arrived safely with your family Ben. How does it feel to be back home in Australia. You keep well and grow big and strong. Say hi to Amelia and Joseph also. Tell Mom and Dad best wishes
Jackie
- Tuesday, August 30, 2005 12:46 AM CDT
Hey Ben and family!
Wow, moving to Australia!! I am looking forward to hearing all about your summer adventures, once you have had a chance to settle in to your new home. Take special care,
hugs,
Tracey xoxo HAB (who spent a wonderful month in Aussie when she was 13 :) <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Saturday, August 27, 2005 0:52 AM CDT
Sending a Tinkerbell kiss your way,
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Sunday, August 21, 2005 11:36 AM CDT
Hi Ben, Just visited your website which I heard about from Michael Green. Hope your move to Australia goes smoothly and that you will be happy there.
Love and best wishes to you and your family,
Jean Redknap
Jean Redknap <jeanbobcatsnmore@hotmail.com>
Surrey, BC Canada - Thursday, August 18, 2005 11:07 AM CDT
OK I guess THAT'S big news?! I'm sure you're not checking email right now as you're probably buried under boxes and packing tape... but wanted to say we're thinking of you!!
With love,
Katie, mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Monday, August 8, 2005 9:03 PM CDT
Hi there. Just had a minute and wanted to check in. WOW, moving back to Australia. I'm sure it will be nice to be close to family and friends again. Wishing you all the best, a smooth transition, and much, much happiness. I'll keep in touch.
Riley's page
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Wednesday, August 3, 2005 10:18 PM CDT
Hey Ben!
Stopping by to say HI and wish you much summer fun. Keeping you in our prayers,
big hugs,
Tracey xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Sunday, July 24, 2005 11:16 PM CDT
Love Viks from Post Pals and HAB
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Friday, July 22, 2005 10:26 AM CDT
Hello, Just stopping into say hello. Hope you all have a great weekend!
Tracy Eckhardt (Hug a Bug) and Christopher
Kitchener, ON Canada
Hug A Bug <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
- Friday, July 22, 2005 10:11 AM CDT
Hey there Ben... you must be doing pretty well since your CB site is so 'quiet', LOL! Hope you enjoyed Relay for Life, Hunter participated in ours too and it was really cool.
You're in our thoughts and prayers....
Katie, mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Saturday, July 9, 2005 4:33 PM CDT
Happy 4th Of July!
Jaime caringbridge.org/nj/jaimelynn <Jaime13042@aol.com>
nj usa - Sunday, July 3, 2005 4:42 PM CDT
Audra, Mike, Amanda, Ariel, Keegan, and Liam /ALL-Kids
<audramama@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 11:09 PM CDT
Just droping by to say "Hi".
Happy 8th Birthday Ben! I hope you had a wonderful party with all of your grade 2 friends.
I was sorry to read about your nephew - how sad for your family and for you all to be so far away.
Sue (Katie's mom/ALLlist); Katie's Page
Ottawa, Canada - Wednesday, June 1, 2005 2:31 PM CDT
Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way. Glad to read that Ben is just about half way through his treatment. Have a wonderful week!
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, Ont - Tuesday, May 31, 2005 12:02 AM CDT
Haven't dropped by in awhile, but still thinking of you all often. I hope this message finds everyone well, and I hope you are getting the beautiful weather we are finally getting here so that everyone can head outdoors for some fun in the sun.
Riley's page
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Monday, May 30, 2005 10:07 PM CDT
Happy Birthday,Andrea,
I was thinking of you today and hope that you have a wonderful day. Spoil yourself, you deserve it. Give the kids a hug. Love Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Thursday, May 26, 2005 3:12 PM CDT
Hi Ben,
Just checking in to see how you're doing. Your mom's reflections on Mother's Day are beautiful - it sounds like you have a wonderful family. Take care and know we are thinking of you.
Laura Piper mom to Dani (http://www.caringbridge.org/ia/danisdiary) <laurapiper@hotmail.com>
Hampton, IA - Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:46 AM CDT
Dear Ben,
A Happy Belated Birthday to you, it sounds as though it was a wonderful birthday :-) I wish you many, many more of the same. Also good to hear that things are moving along with your treatment and you are back in school with all your buddies, the best place for a big boy of 8 to be :-)
I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of baby Marcos. We will keep you all in our prayers, especially his parents.
Sending you many hugs,
Tracey and family xoxo Hug A Bug <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Tuesday, May 17, 2005 10:03 PM CDT
I am sorry to learn about the death of your nephew, and I'm praying for the parents, and for all of you.
Stephanie & RachelJoy <mom2rj@comcast.net>
- Monday, May 2, 2005 6:39 PM CDT
So sorry to hear about your nephew. There are no words ...
Welcome spring! Although here in Calgary, it appears to have left us for the time being - gotta cover up the plants that have already come up! I guess they were fooled by the early warm weather!!
Connie (Hug A Bug) <Bogeymama2000@yahoo.ca>
Calgary, Alberta - Friday, April 29, 2005 11:15 PM CDT
WOW 8 yrs old. Happy late Bithday Ben. My kids like to hear about the day they were born on their birthday, how about you? We hope that all is going well and that you have a great spring with all kinds of new beginning. You are always in our prayers.
Lori Rivet <larivet@shaw.ca>
Edmonton, alberta canada - Monday, April 25, 2005 10:48 PM CDT
Hello Benjamin,
Hope everyone is going well.I Heard that you had a great time at your birthday party and got some awesome presents. It has been a very sad time over here at the moment but tell your mummy that I loved her poem. Looking forward to speaking to all of you again soon. Say hello to Joseph and Amelia and keep hanging in there. Thinking of you all. Love from Uncle Justin
Justin Vohland
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Monday, April 25, 2005 4:42 AM CDT
Happy belated birthday,Ben!
It sounds like you had a very fun day. I hope that you got lots of neat presents..
Chris and Andrea, I am so very sorry to hear about your baby nephew our thoughts and prayers are with you and his parents.
love shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, Ab canada - Wednesday, April 20, 2005 6:22 PM CDT
Hi Ben,
I just wanted to stop by and say hi. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep smiling.
Jenna
www.caringbridge.org/canada/jenna
Jenna <hockeykid@telus.net>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Wednesday, April 20, 2005 2:26 AM CDT
Glad to hear from you and your gang again
Happy Birthday Ben!
Beware of the Squirrels your mom mentioned in her update. She know the signs and symptoms of Squirrel Scratch Fever
Marilyn <mdumkee@cha.ab.ca>
Edmonton, AB Canada - Monday, April 11, 2005 7:15 PM CDT
Audra, Mike, Amanda, Ariel, Keegan, and Liam /ALL-Kids
<audramama@yahoo.com>
Lovejoy, GA USA - Friday, April 8, 2005 4:02 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEN!!!
We hope your party was the BEST EVER!! You sure deserve to celebrate, big time. :)
Katie, Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Monday, April 4, 2005 3:45 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEN, IT HAS BEEN A LONG TIME SINCE I HAVE SEEN YOU BUT I KNOW THAT YOU ARE KEEPING WELL, CAUSE DAD TELLS ME... YOU HAVE THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER.. DON'T EAT TOO MUCH CAKE AT ONE TIME.
Jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
- Friday, April 1, 2005 8:38 AM CST
Hi Ben! I'm just stopping by to say hi and let you know that I'm thinking of you! Did you have a good Easter? Did the Easter bunny bring lots of goodies? He brought me, my favorite...Peeps! YUM! :) I hope you have a GREAT week! God bless and *warm hugs* ><>†<><
Lighting Children’s Lives
Caged Kids
Raise Awareness
*Jennifer C* from Lighting Children’s Lives, Caged Kids & Friends of Allie/Raise Awareness <jenniferc@ilovetcolor.com>
Eugene, OR USA - Tuesday, March 29, 2005 5:24 PM CST
Hi Ben and family,
Hope you had a wonderful Easter and that the bunny left lots of yummy candies for all of you. Hope all is going well. Thinking of you always,Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Monday, March 28, 2005 11:53 PM CST
Hi guys! sorry it's been so long since I visited, no excuse really, just life getting in the way! Yes, that highway is boring, but I travelled it many times (from Assiniboia) to get to some decent shopping (Cornwall Centre was always my favorite!). Glad things are going good and that you are progressing through treatment. Lori, Lyza & family.
www.caringbridge.org/canada/lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Saturday, March 19, 2005 1:00 AM CST
Always LOVE
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Friday, March 11, 2005 6:51 PM CST
Always LOVE
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Wednesday, March 9, 2005 2:07 PM CST
Hey there big guy! I've driven the road between Moosejaw and Regina several times so I know what you're talking about! My husband, who grew up in Swift Current, has driven it even more. I'm sorry you've been under the weather and I hope you're feeling better now. Way to go on avoiding the chicken pox! My little guy Elijah just had them last week but it was a very mild case. We just dropped by to check up on you and see how you're doing. Take care!
Heidi and Elijah, Hug A Bug
<hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Wednesday, March 9, 2005 6:18 AM CST
Stopping in to let you know that I'mThinking about you today and always.
Always LOVE
Dave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Monday, March 7, 2005 1:59 PM CST
Always LOVE
Dave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Saturday, March 5, 2005 12:06 AM CST
Yay for routine clinic visits!! :)
Thinking of you guys lots...
Katie, Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Thursday, March 3, 2005 9:17 PM CST
So glad that Ben's fever has subsided and you avoided a hospital stay. We haven't been so lucky, lately, with Riley. In fact, we just got home this afternoon from a four-night, five-day inpatient stay. Sunday was really scary for us!! All the details are on his CB Page. Just wanted to check in on your family to see how things are going and to let you know we are thinking about you!!
Riley's Page
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Thursday, March 3, 2005 6:41 PM CST
Thinking of you always.Sending hugs your way.
Brenda Dave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Thursday, March 3, 2005 2:20 AM CST
Brenda Dave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Tuesday, March 1, 2005 2:30 PM CST
Hi Ben,
Sending you some warm hugs from the Rockies!
Love,
Lena <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
Jasper, AB - Tuesday, March 1, 2005 2:21 AM CST
Hi Ben, We're praying for you and your family tonight.
Stephanie & RachelJoy <mom2rj@comcast.net>
- Monday, February 28, 2005 9:15 PM CST
BEN & FAMILY:Just popping in to say Hi & wish you a great weekend. Sure hope that fever goes away & your able to play outside.Charlene & BECKY BUNNY
BEARS WHO CARE
..
- Saturday, February 26, 2005 7:52 AM CST
BrendaDave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Thursday, February 24, 2005 2:45 PM CST
BrendaDave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Tuesday, February 22, 2005 2:29 PM CST
JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY.
CARINGBRIDGE.ORG/WV/FREDAFOX
RUTH <BLUEEYED_FEMALE@MSN.COM>
HINTON, WV - Saturday, February 19, 2005 3:23 PM CST
Hope despite everything your soon feeling
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, February 19, 2005 6:32 AM CST
BrendaDave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Friday, February 18, 2005 9:53 PM CST
Dear Ben,
Well, this is my first time ever to your page and I am so glad I stopped by :-) You and your brother and sister are very cute and I can see you are very happy too! I will need to read back through your journal history to 'get caught up' but it looks like you are one tough hombre and busy kicking some ALL butt, go Ben! I have two boys, Quinn is now ten and Callum is five, he will be six in April. I have a nephew named Benjamin, it's a really great name. And Callum has both a Joseph and an Amelia in his kindergarten class, so I won't have any trouble at all remembering all your names :) I hope you all had a special Valentine's Day, sending you many hugs and prayers,
Tracey and family xoxo BWC <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, Ab, - Thursday, February 17, 2005 9:48 PM CST
yOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND IN MY PRAYER'S ALWAYS
BrendaDave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Monday, February 14, 2005 4:05 AM CST
BrendaDave's Site <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta Canada, - Sunday, February 13, 2005 2:16 AM CST
Ben & Family:
Just wanted to send you good vibes for today & wish you a Happy Valentine's DayCharlene & BECKY B
BEARS WHO
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- Friday, February 11, 2005 10:43 AM CST
Hey Ben!
Hope you're doing ok and that you're back in school! Its my 1st visit here and I just wanted to say hi!
~Joanne’s Corner~
Joanne <joanne_173@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, February 9, 2005 7:48 AM CST
Sorry to hear that you've had an "interesting" week. Here's hoping that next week is very "uninteresting"! I think everyone in this climate gets a little crazy at this point in the winter ...everyone is getting sick, and stir-crazy from being cooped up inside the house for so long. Let's hope for an early spring this year!!
Connie (Bears Who Care) <Bogeymama2000@yahoo.ca>
Calgary, Alberta - Saturday, February 5, 2005 11:32 PM CST
Hello, just wanted to wish you a really great week. with much to smile about. Jesus loves you, Monica
Monica Martin <monie48m@lycos.com>
Livingston, Louisiana USA - Monday, January 31, 2005 11:07 AM CST
Just skating by to say we hope your week is going much better & that your counts will soon be back to normal. Charlene Graham & BECKY BUNNYBEARS WHO CARE
- Sunday, January 30, 2005 4:01 PM CST
I know im early, but
Happy Valentines Day
Love Viks from Post Pals and BWC
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Sunday, January 30, 2005 10:20 AM CST
JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY.
CARINGBRIDGE.ORG/WV/FREDAFOX
RUTH <BLUEEYED_FEMALE@MSN.COM>
HINTON, WV - Saturday, January 29, 2005 4:50 PM CST
Ok guys, this isn't the uneventful, boring year that I wished for you all this year. Maybe I should have been more specific, by that I meant no extra visits to that dreaded place, good blood counts and a whole lot of rest for all of you... Maybe now my New Years wish for you will come true. As always you are all in our prayers.
Love Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB CANADA - Saturday, January 29, 2005 4:44 PM CST
Just thinking about you and checking in to see if there's any recent posts about Ben's counts. Sorry to read about the inpatient stay, especially in the same room on the anniversary date. That must have been tough for all of you!! I like the picture of Ben in the snow. Our kids have been enjoying the snow here in Ontario too. We were dumped on last weekend. And the temps are freezing!!! Stay warm, stay strong, and I'll check in again soon.
Riley's Page
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Friday, January 28, 2005 10:24 PM CST
Okay Benjamin we will add a two step and the funky chicken to our neutrophil dance. Hopefully tomorrow will bring higher counts.
Noelle, Claire & George <cgntal@optonline.net>
Morris Township, NJ USA - Tuesday, January 25, 2005 12:53 AM CST
Hi There Benjamin... are you guys freezing your patooties off yet?! ;) Actually it looks like you are adjusting nicely to the snow... hope you are having fun and that your parents are perfecting the recipe for REALLY good hot chocolate!!
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers...
Katie, Hayley, Hunter and Taylor <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Saturday, January 22, 2005 10:54 PM CST
Hi Benjamin!! I'm just stopping by to say hi and let you know that I'm thinking of you! I hope you have a GREAT weekend! God bless and *warm hugs* ><>†<><
Lighting Children’s Lives
Caged Kids
Friends of Allie
*Jennifer C* from Lighting Children’s Lives, Caged Kids & Friends of Allie <jenniferc@ilovetcolor.com>
Eugene, OR USA - Saturday, January 22, 2005 3:24 PM CST
Hey Benjamin:
Since we are already doing the neutrophil dance for Noelle, it is no problem to add a step or two for you. I feel for you guys and completely empathize. We are two months shy of our one year anniversary and just did a three night stint for T&N. We were one room over from that awful room where the doctor et al. confirmed the dx. It still makes me sick to my stomach. God bless.
Noelle, Claire & George <cgntal@optonline.net>
Morris Township, NJ USA - Saturday, January 22, 2005 10:18 AM CST
Thinking of you always.You are in my thought's and in my prayers
Brenda http://www2.caringbridge.org/ca/daverurka/ <rurka70@hotmail.com>
Edmonton, AB Canada - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 2:48 PM CST
Oh, wow, what an ironic (and I don't mean that in a good way) for you to spend the one-year anniversary of diagnosis --- the same room and everything???? I hope Benjamin is feeling better and No more fevers!!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Monday, January 17, 2005 8:12 PM CST
Hugs and oodles of prayers being sent your way from all of us!
Mary & Mike Slade and the Kids (Lucas's Hammond's friends) <mar-e@rogers.com>
Guelph, Ontario, Canada - Monday, January 17, 2005 1:41 PM CST
Sorry to hear you had to have a stay at the hosptial. Reminds me of how lucky we are to be only a 30 minute drive from the Children's Hospital.
Hope those counts are climbing and no fever returns. You are lucky to have been let out - when we were inpatient and the counts were "going the wrong way" they wouldn't let us go until the started going up.
Whew! It is -35 with the "wind chill" in Ottawa today. I like winter but Brrrr! this is too cold. I hope you are having better weather where you are.
Susan (Katie's Mom) and Katie
Ottawa, Canada - Monday, January 17, 2005 7:44 AM CST
Andrea et al,
How miserable for you all. I hope that Ben's neutrophils start climbing, fevers stay far, far away, and the snow lets up so if travelling is a must, it's more bearable. Thinking of you here in Ontari-ari-ari-o.
Lucas' page
Frances, Paul and family <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, - Sunday, January 16, 2005 10:20 PM CST
Just popping in to say HI!!
Charlene, & BECKY
BEARS WHO CARE
...............
- Thursday, January 13, 2005 7:21 PM CST
Hello Everyone: Just checking in to see how things are treating you. Hope Ben, and everyone else is well. Riley has been fighting a cough for three weeks now, and has had his chemo reduced due to ANC being a little lower than the Dr. wants to see, but other than that all is well. I agree with you, boredom is not so bad!! All the best!!
Riley's Page
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Wednesday, January 12, 2005 12:15 AM CST
I'm glad you hear you had a good Christmas... here's to a BORING 2005!!
Heidi & Elijah
Bears Who Care
<hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Saturday, January 8, 2005 5:11 AM CST
Hi guys,
Glad to hear that you had a nice Christmas. We want to wish you a Very HAPPY,UNEVENTFUL, and especially Healthy 2005! You are always in our prayers.
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Wednesday, January 5, 2005 5:31 PM CST
Your journal entry was wonderful, God bless you all and may 2005 be kind to all children with leukemia
Amy & Isabella Grosso www.caringbridge.org/ny/isabella
Syracuse, NY - Sunday, January 2, 2005 7:23 PM CST
Hi Ben & Family!
Sending prayers and wishes for a safe, healthy and happy 2005 from all of us over here at Bridge of Dreams, www.bridgeofdreams.org . May your New Year be filled with love, laughter and lots and lots of smiles!
Blessingz & Big Huggerz,
Melissa
Melissa <myss911@juno.com>
Lancaster, CA USA - Sunday, January 2, 2005 12:25 AM CST
Stopping by to let you know that Benjamin's in my thoughts and prayers. I love the new pics! Too cute! I hope you will have a good 2005- with better health and some boring days.
Angela- www.caringbridge.com/ma/heathergrace
ma usa - Sunday, January 2, 2005 9:18 AM CST
Driving by to wish you a
Charlene, Graham & BECKY
BEARS WHO CARE
================= <gcbbunny@sympatico.ca>
- Friday, December 31, 2004 4:13 PM CST
Hi Ben
Love the photos!
You have Snow!!
Here in Cornwall, it's Damp and Cold.
Hope you had a great christmas.
Take Care and love to your family.
love
matty's page
jackie Woodley <jackie@woodley5212.freeserve.co.uk>
Truro, Cornwall, England - Thursday, December 30, 2004 8:08 AM CST
Hello from Wallaceburg Ontario. Glad to read that the holidays are treating your family well. Our computer is finally back in service, so I will be doing an update on Riley's CB page really soon. Wishing you all the best in 2005 (no doubt it has to be better than 2004).
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca or www.caringbridge.org/canada/rileyhooper>
Wallaceburg, ON CANADA - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 10:52 PM CST
The best to you all for a Wonderful New Year! Stumbled on your site via Lucas Hammond!
Sending lot of hugs and oodles of prayers!
Love
Mary & Mike Slade and the Kids (Lucas Hammond's friends) <mar-e@rogers.com>
Guelph, Ontario, Canada - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 6:10 AM CST
Hi Andrea, Chris and georgeous children, I am not a good correspondent and I rarely turn on the computer let alone e-mail hence I was extremley shocked to hear about Ben. I think about you all often and send my love and wishes to you from Townsville your friend Jacque!
Jacqueline Tate
Townsville, QLD Australia - Monday, December 27, 2004 11:27 PM CST
Nice picture! Looks like you have loads more snow than us up here. Are you staying in M.J. for Christmas or going to Edmonton? We wish you continued Health and all the Happiness in the world for 2005! Let us know what Santa brings for you three kids!
Lori, Lyza & crew
www.caringbridge.org/canada/lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Saturday, December 25, 2004 1:27 AM CST
Hi Ben,
I wanted to stop by and say Happy Holidays! I hope the holidays are bright and wonderful for you and your family!
Audra, Mike, Amanda, Ariel, Keegan and Liam Puckett <audramama@yahoo.com or http://www.caringbridge.org/co/keegan>
Littleton, CO USA - Friday, December 24, 2004 10:59 AM CST
Wishing you a happy, healthy Christmas. Sending postive thoughts and prayers. Stumbled on your site from Riley's.
I have great memories of wonderful visits with relatives in Saskatoon and Meskanaw. The relatives in Saskatoon once were in Moose Jaw.
Mary Lou Thomson
Exeter, Ont - Friday, December 24, 2004 8:55 AM CST
Hi Ben and family,
My thoughts have been with you all often during the year. Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and that the New Year brings wonderful things.
Our warmest wishes and love to you all.
Andrea, Samara & Nikita <daisy71@bigpond.com>
Richmond, QLD Australia - Friday, December 24, 2004 3:21 AM CST
Hi Ben! Merry Christmas! I can't wait to see you back at school in 2005.
Love Harper
Harper Morland <h.morland@sasktel.net>
Moose Jaw, Sk Canada - Thursday, December 23, 2004 8:50 PM CST
HI Ben - Merry Christmas!
Karl (all-kids)
Judy Pamer <Kevinpamer@aol.com>
Aliquippa, PA - Wednesday, December 22, 2004 1:22 PM CST
HI Ben and family,
Just stopping by to wish you a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year - sounds like you are doing well and I bet you're looking forward to all the fun! Take care - we're thinking of you.
Laura Piper mom to Dani (http://www.caringbridge.org/ia/danisdiary) <laurapiper@hotmail.com>
Hampton, IA - Wednesday, December 22, 2004 10:38 AM CST
Wishing all of you a very merry Christmas! Hoping 2005 is a wonderful year for all!
www.caringbridge.org/mi/shelby
Shelby Stimpson
Rochester Hills, MI USA - Wednesday, December 22, 2004 8:53 AM CST
Hi from the Rivets. We hope that the Christmas season bring a new beginning for you all. We think of you often and you are always in your prays.
Lori <larivet@shaw.ca>
Edmonton, alberta Canada - Sunday, December 19, 2004 9:28 PM CST
Hi, I'm new to your site and was doing to quick scan by to learn some things about you guys. My son also has leukmia which we found out in 6/04 and still has his hair even though it has thinned out a bit. Hope your holidays are good. Lisa www.caringbridge.org/pa/carson
Lisa Carson <Bigh7605@aol.com>
Erie, Pa Erie - Saturday, December 18, 2004 9:35 AM CST
Hi guys,
Glad to hear things are going OK. Sorry I haven't wrote in awhile things have been a bit crazy. 9 days till xmas and we are just putting the tree up now. I hope you are able to enjoy Christmas and the new year will be exactly that [a new year] with nothing but good things for all of you. You have certainly had your share of the bad. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Talk to you soon, Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Wednesday, December 15, 2004 1:20 PM CST
Hi Andrea,
Glad to hear that I am not the only one far far behind on my Christmas preparations.
Good to reead that Ben is feeling better and back at school.
I hope you guys have a great Christmas
Susan (Katie's Mom /ALL list) and Katie
Ottawa, Canada - Monday, December 13, 2004 8:25 PM CST
Well we had our first snowfall last week ~~~ not the snowman kind but got us in the mood to decorate. Are you all ready for Christmas @ your house?? Bet your letter to Santa is on it's way as know you've been extra good. Take care,
Charlene, Graham & BECKY BUNNY BEARS WHO CARE
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- Monday, December 13, 2004 6:36 PM CST
Hi Ben
Just checking in from work. Hope you had a good day at school.
Love Daddy
C Vohland
Moose Jaw, SK Canada - Wednesday, December 8, 2004 2:50 PM CST
Hi Ben
Wow, you have SNOW!
Hope you have a good Christmas. And all your dreams come true.
Take Care
love
www.caringbridge.org/europe/matty
jackie Woodley <jackie@woodley5212.freeserve.co.uk>
Truro, Cornwall, England - Tuesday, December 7, 2004 4:19 PM CST
Just popped by to wish you a Merry Christmas! I know I'm a little early but it's never the wrong time to celebrate this wonderful season. :)
Heidi & Elijah
Bears Who Care
<hlrempel@nb.sympatico.ca>
Fredericton, NB Canada - Saturday, December 4, 2004 5:46 AM CST
G'day Benjamin
I was visiting jackson's site and thought I would visit you too I hope you are feeling better stay strong.
my son is in hospital with jackson at the moment
have a great christmas and happy healthy new year
love jacob's mum www.caringbridge.org/me/jacob
deanne
bmt room 3, qld royal childrens hospital brisbaneAustralia - Saturday, December 4, 2004 0:46 AM CST
Hey guys... we are right there with you... Hunter was dx 12/20/2003... and her first symptoms showed up on (US) Thanksgiving morning... but you know what? I keep looking at her and thinking, "what a miracle." She's here, she's happy, she's healthy. How lucky are we?
Extra (((HUGS))) for you guys and for Ben.
Katie, Hayley and Hunter <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Thursday, December 2, 2004 8:50 PM CST
Hi there: just stopped by to check up on you. Are you getting excited about Christmas yet?? BECKY Charlene & GrahamBEARS WHO CARE
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- Thursday, December 2, 2004 9:12 AM CST
Just stopping in to say hello.
Tracy Eckhardt (Bears Who Care) and Christopher <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
Kitchener, On Canada - Monday, November 29, 2004 9:26 PM CST
Andrea, what a bittersweet time of year this must be for you -- I hope Benjamin's upcoming anniversary date isn't too difficult. What a difference a year makes, huh?
I had to smile when you mentioned the haircut, though -- we're not quite there yet, but Kendrie's is really starting to stick up in places, ha! Hope you had wonderful weekend,
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Sunday, November 28, 2004 10:18 PM CST
Sending good thoughts and prayers from the "Buckeye State"
Blessings,
Bonnie, grandma to ^j^ James www.caringbridge.com/page/jamiebowman
Columbus, Ohio - Sunday, November 28, 2004 2:17 AM CST
Hi I've been here a couple times to check on Ben. I hope this next yr is much better for your family!
Christi...(friends of Allie)
Christi Aden <christiaden@cox.net>
Hutchinson, KS usa - Friday, November 26, 2004 4:36 PM CST
It's been way too long since I stopped in to check on you!! Sorry Benjamin!!
Hope things continue to go well for you all. Have fun decorating!
Tracy M BWC <tmangin@sympatico.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Wednesday, November 24, 2004 8:32 PM CST
Love
Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Wednesday, November 24, 2004 10:33 AM CST
Hello Vohlands - sounds like Halloween was a lot of fun, judging by the smiles in the picture. Glad to hear things are going well these days and hope Ben is enjoying being back at school. Take care and talk to you soon!
Laurie and Jeff Landro
St. Albert, AB - Tuesday, November 23, 2004 2:06 PM CST
Back from vacation & just checking up on all the Bear Cubs. Love the Halloween pics!! :O) Hope you enjoy your weekend.
Charlene
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- Saturday, November 20, 2004 9:26 PM CST
Hello - I found your site through Benji's and had to write and say hello. We will keep you in our prayers and will keep up with your progress...
Erika (Alyssa's Happy Mommy) Sweet~Sweet Alyssa <tonysfreaka@hotmail.com >
Gunter AFB, AL USA - Wednesday, November 17, 2004 8:22 AM CST
Dear Chris, Andrea, Ben, Adam & Amelia,
I actually click on each evening when I check my emails to see how things are going, because you are on my prayer list. Kim & Tim are there now too, so we are all hoping for the best in that area. Glad the Wish Trip was such a good experience (from all accounts) and Halloween looked like a lot of fun. As Justin says, it's been hot here, and we had some incredible rain recently - 170+ mm one day, most of it in a few hours. I was out in the car and was lucky to get home without being washed away - had to re-route several times.
It is really good to hear that Ben is going well at present - may that continue steadily. It is a long a difficult road, but the end will be worth the journey. God bless! Rita Clancy, olsh
Rita Clancy <rita_clancy@bigpond.com>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Wednesday, November 17, 2004 4:39 AM CST
Hi Andrea, Ben and Family! Glad to hear things are going pretty smoothly in your household. What are you all doing for Christmas this year--any chance of a trip to Edmonton? You would always be welcome to stop by for coffee or we could even meet you somewhere. We are staying home and hopefully out of the hospital this year! Take care. Lori, Lyza & family www.caringbridge.org/canada/lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Tuesday, November 16, 2004 11:21 PM CST
Hello Vohlands: I love the summary in the second last paragraph of your recent journal entry - you really hit the nail on the head! Glad to read that all is going well right now. This time of year definitely brings back some painful memories of last Christmas when this nightmare began, but we are hopeful that this year's holidays will be much brighter and happier. One thing is for certain, we will have a much greater appreciation of the true meaning of Christmas - love, family and the celebration of life!
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca or www.caringbridge.org/canada/rileyhooper>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Tuesday, November 16, 2004 8:22 PM CST
Thank you so much for visiting Benji's site!!! We like to make new friends, especially when they have a cool name like Benjamin!! We'll be chacking back on your progress and we'll be praying for you!!
God bless
The Zello family!! ~*~Benji's page~*~ <zello2@cableone.net>
Ocean Springs, Ms - Tuesday, November 16, 2004 4:31 PM CST
Hello All,
How are my favourite Canadians? Great to hear Ben is back at school. I'm sure seeing everyone will be a great help. Sorry I havn't written for a while but I'm still organising another internet provider. Hope everyone had a great Halloween and can still move after all those lollies, (Chris I am talking to you). It's pretty quiet here and very hot at the moment. Have been working full time and trying to get some money together. Miss everyone and we will talk soon. Love Uncle Justin
Justin Vohland <thelusty@hotmail.com>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Saturday, November 13, 2004 4:42 AM CST
Glad to read you were able to enjoy Halloween! Quite a nice little deal, isn't it? Just hope you didn't eat so much candy that you gave yourself a belly ache!!
Have a good week.
Tracy M BWC <tmangin@sympatico.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Sunday, November 7, 2004 3:53 PM CST
Hi Benjamin,
I am a member of Bears Who Care. I wanted to stop over and introduce myself. Its great to meat u and I'm glad for your latest good news and u can go back to school. I will have u in my thoughts and prayers. I'll be back again to say hello.
(((((((((((hugs)))))))))))
Love Eileen A Bear Who Cares
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
Levittown, NY USA - Sunday, November 7, 2004 3:12 PM CST
Hi, Ben. I found your page from Hunter's. I also have leukemia. I'm glad you got to go trick-or-treating. Hope you got lots of candy.
Leigha caringbridge/sc/leigha <castform97@hotmail.com>
Conway, SC USA - Saturday, November 6, 2004 4:17 PM CST
Hi Ben... so did you LOVE trick-or-treating?! :) Pretty cool scam, isn't it? And hey, even when you have to wear a parka over your costume (been there, done that!) free candy is still FREE CANDY, right?!
Thanks for stopping by our CB site... we've missed hearing from you guys!
Katie, Hayley and Hunter <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Friday, November 5, 2004 9:47 PM CST
Hi Ben, hope you had a chance to enjoy your first experience with trick-or-treating! I really like the picture of you with the dinosaur. The Tyrell Museum is one of my favourite places! I'll be stopping by to check on you often ..
Connie (Bears Who Care) <Bogeymama2000@yahoo.ca>
Calgary, Alberta - Thursday, November 4, 2004 11:00 PM CST
God bless you,
angel jen
CARE MAIL GROUP
angel jen <angel.jen@comcast.net>
Burns, TN USA - Sunday, October 31, 2004 10:27 PM CST
I am Tracy M. and I am from Bears Who Care. Sorry it's taken so long for me to stop by and introduce myself! Sorry to to read that you are having such a hard time getting sprung from that hospital! Hope the measles are easy on you and your counts bounce back really soon! Stay strong!
Tracy M BWC <tmangin@sympatico.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Sunday, October 31, 2004 7:38 AM CST
Sorry to hear you have the measels. Hope you are better for trick or treating. Charlene, Graham & BECKY BUNNY
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- Friday, October 29, 2004 7:32 PM CDT
Chris, Andrea and Benjamin: So sorry to hear about Ben's infection and hospital stay, but glad to read that his ANC is now climbing a bit. I'll be sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca OR www.caringbridge.org/canada/rileyhooper>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Monday, October 25, 2004 9:44 PM CDT
Just popping by to say we are thinking of you today & always. Pray you are out of isolation soonCharlene, Graham & BECKY
Bears Who Care
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- Friday, October 22, 2004 7:37 PM CDT
Hey Ben
I hope you get out of isolation very soon. Stay strong.
Heather (Bears who care)
Heather <hmaini5566@rogers.com>
Mississauga, ON Canada - Thursday, October 21, 2004 8:24 AM CDT
I'm so glad that you are back home.
We will continue to pray for you.
Stephanie & RachelJoy <mom2rj@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, October 19, 2004 5:36 PM CDT
Wanted to be first in line to wish you a HAPPY HALLOWEEN
Charlene & Graham
& BECKY BUNNY
BEARS WHO CARE
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- Friday, October 15, 2004 4:08 PM CDT
Hi I met you thru Miss Julianna Banana. I'm the co-founder of BEARS WHO CARE a group that brings support to Canadian kids much like yourself. We'll be popping by to check up on you & lend web support from time to time. Take care,
Charlene B. (BWC)
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- Friday, October 15, 2004 4:02 PM CDT
Hey Benjamin
I hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful and you got to have a bit of a relax. Take care and stay strong.
Heather
Heather <hmaini5566@rogers.com>
Mississauga, Canada - Thursday, October 14, 2004 12:30 AM CDT
Hi Guys,
Happy Thanksgiving! I was glad to hear that you are out of the hospital. I hope that all of you were able to relax a bit while you were in Edmonton. Thinking of you always,Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 4:24 PM CDT
Hi Benjamin and family,
So are you all used to Canadian-style Thanksgivings yet? The idea is to see how much you can eat before you pass out on the couch, I'm sure you'll get the hang of it! Benjamin, we're sure sorry to heat that you had the long hospital stay, hopefully this weekend will be just what the doctor ordered for everyone.
From our family to yours, have a great Thanksgiving weekend!
Bless,
Terry, Mary, Nicholas and Julianna Banana <tjosephson@shaw.ca>
Winnipeg, Canada - Sunday, October 10, 2004 0:36 AM CDT
Just a short hello from me,
Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, October 9, 2004 8:40 AM CDT
Ben~Sorry to hear you are sick and had to go to the hospital. I know what a drag those places can be! I will pray that you have a speedy recovery.
Vicki Williams www.caringbridge.org/tx/cadenlane <vicki.williams@netxv.net>
San Angelo, TX USA - Wednesday, October 6, 2004 5:37 PM CDT
Hi Guys,
Sorry to hear that Ben is sick, those nasty bugs! Hope you're out of the hospital soon, we'll keep praying for you and your aunt. Keep your chin up. Love and prayers,Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Monday, October 4, 2004 11:15 PM CDT
Hi Ben, I found your page while searching for another Ben! I will check on you again soon and I will root for you all the way from California! GO BEN!
XXOO, Marey
http://caringbridge.org/ca/ali
Marey, Ali's mom <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, September 30, 2004 10:39 PM CDT
Well I've been wondering where on earth you guys have been! Now I know... only on another continent... :)
Glad to hear your trip was wonderful, I'd love to hear more about it!! Australia is one place I have always, ALWAYS wanted to visit.
Katie, Hayley and Hunter <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, September 29, 2004 0:44 AM CDT
Hello,
I really enjoyed your website Benjamin. Lots of great photos, you have a lovely famiy.
I'll be checking back now and then.
Good Luck from Sa-Sa
Sa-Sa Henriksen
Edmonton, Canada - Saturday, September 18, 2004 11:50 AM CDT
Hi Benjamin
Just came across your website. You are a cutie. Love the spiderman shirt :) Sending you good thoughts and wishes from Michigan, USA.
Enola Mom to Travis www.caringbridge.org/mi/travisn
Enola <Enorv@aol.com>
Madison Heights, Mi USA - Monday, September 13, 2004 6:41 AM CDT
Hello Vohlands - Glad to hear you had a great trip, and will be checking on your site for your update to hear all about it!
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca or www.caringbridge.org/canada/rileyhooper>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Tuesday, August 31, 2004 11:40 PM CDT
Dear Benjamin, We have never met, but I know your mother from long before you were born. She has a good friend named Marilyn from Edmonton and I'm a good friend of hers. My name is Linda and I just want to let you know that you are a special boy to have such a great Mom. I bet you have the same good sense of humor as she. Laughter is a great medicine. Good luck to you and your whole family.
Linda Maines <lmaines@shaw.ca>
Edmonton, Alberta Canada - Monday, August 30, 2004 11:37 AM CDT
Hello Benjamin,
My name is Jamie and I’m from Saskatoon. I had a liver transplant in 1988 @ the age of 5 and continue to do well! I hope you had a wonderful trip :)
Take Care
Jamie...liver transplant 1988 <canada_106_tx88@yahoo.com>
Saskatoon, Sk Canada - Friday, August 27, 2004 11:37 AM CDT
The trip must be a-go since there hasn't been an entry for weeks now. I hope you all had a blast. I can hardly wait to read all about it.
Another ALL-Kids Mom,
Frances and Lucas <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, - Sunday, August 22, 2004 7:39 AM CDT
Just thought I'd drop you a line to let you know that you are in our thoughts. I hope your trip is a HUGE success, and I can't wait to read all about it. Keep up the good fight Ben.
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Friday, August 20, 2004 2:01 PM CDT
Hi Ben
My name is Jenna and I came across your website. You are a real inspiration and Fighter! That is so awesome that you get to visit your family in Austrailia. I love hockey, and one of my friends was the goaltender for the Moose Jaw Warriors, but he used to play for the Kamloops Blazers. I love SpiderMan, and I can tell that you like it too. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love making new friends, and I will come by again to say hi.
www.caringbridge.org/canada/jenna
Jenna <hockeykid@telus.net>
Kamloops, B Canada - Friday, August 20, 2004 2:28 AM CDT
Hello, i was watching a couple of new records being set at the Olympics today, so thought i would look up some slightly stranger ones instead of some jokes.
Here's a couple;
Most spoons balanced on the face
Tim Johnston (USA) (b. 1 January 1992), was able to balance on his face (one on each ear, two on each cheek, three on his chin, two on his lips, one on his nose and three on his forehead) and balance them for 30 seconds at on May 28, 2004.
British pub landlord Garry Turner clipped 153 ordinary wooden clothes pegs on his face at the WH Smith bookshop in York, Yorkshire, UK, on September 28, 2002
Love Viks From Post Pals and Bears Who Care
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, August 14, 2004 4:43 PM CDT
Ben .. you don't know me but your mummy is my cousin who I haven't seen in years. I have read your site and can't believe how much you have gone through and come through. Your pictures are great and you look so much like your mummy. I hope that things are looking up for you now. Have a really great trip to Australia. Our thoughts and wishes for everything you ever dreamed about are always with you. God bless
Karen Drew and Stuart Barber <kay_ddee@hotmail.com>
Harrogate, England - Tuesday, August 10, 2004 5:38 PM CDT
How wonderful that you get to go home for your wish trip. There coúldn't be a better place to go. Have lots of fun, take lots of pictures.
Another ALL-Kids Mom,
Frances and Lucas <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, On - Saturday, August 7, 2004 9:04 PM CDT
Dear Ben,
Keep fighting. Bless you. <3.
XoXoXo
Cynthia
http://www.caringbridge.org/fl/littlewarriors
Cynthia <Cynthia52889@msn.com>
Miami, FL USA - Thursday, August 5, 2004 9:59 AM CDT
Hi Ben! I found you thanks to Julianna Banana's Link Page. Congratulations on getting your wish! Australia may be home to you, but it's always been my number one wish place to go! Enjoy every mintue, and keep fighting!
Tracy M BWC <tmangin@sympatico.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Wednesday, August 4, 2004 8:54 PM CDT
Hi Ben!! I'm so excited to hear about your big trip!!! That is about the coolest wish I can think of. :) Glad to hear you are doing well.
Katie, Hayley, and Hunter (ALL-Kids) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, August 4, 2004 10:04 AM CDT
We are so happy to hear that your wish trip will happen. It will be great for all of you to be home. I'm hoping that we get to see you on your way through Lloyd this week. It will feel good to give all of you that BIG hug that I've been saving since all of this started.. See you soon, Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Tuesday, August 3, 2004 10:14 PM CDT
Hi Ben great to access your web site. I told all the children in Grade 2 that you had received your parcel. They were excited to get news from Canada and were happy that you liked their letters. They are all thinking of you and hope you have a great trip to Oz (they wish Townsville was on the agenda). Hello from all the teachers as well, we say lots of prayers for you and your family. When you get back to Moose Jaw we will start emailing you from St Josephs on the Strand. Greetings from Spencer Dexter Trent and Susan
Susan Rogers <ozcan7@bigpond.com.au>
Townsville, qld Australia - Tuesday, August 3, 2004 1:20 AM CDT
Saw your article and picture in the paper. Just want to take this opportunity to wish you the best trip ever. I am sure your gran and grandad, uncles, aunts and cousins will be so glad to see you again. Have the best family vacation ever and don't forget to have lots of fun. Wear all of your Scooby-Doo stuff and get mom and dad to take lots of pictures to show when you get back. You deserve the best of everything. Keep extra well. Jackie
jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
- Friday, July 30, 2004 8:23 AM CDT
Hi Ben,
I'm glad that your counts were good and you're all set for your wish trip! It sounds exciting - can't wait to hear all about it! Take care and have a great time.
Laura Piper mom to Dani (http://www.caringbridge.org/ia/danisdiary) <laurapiper@hotmail.com>
Hampton, IA - Monday, July 26, 2004 12:25 AM CDT
Hey, Ben, good news that your counts are back up and you can enjoy summer. The Bedtime Stories in the Park sounds great. Actually, bedtime just sounds great but I'm old and lazy, so any excuse to lie down is a good one to me, ha!
Take care!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Monday, July 19, 2004 10:34 PM CDT
Congrats to all of you--great news! How hot is Australia in August??!! Lori Grainger www.caringbridge.org/canada/lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Friday, July 16, 2004 9:43 PM CDT
Ben,
Got to your site somehow from Emily's site in Memphis, TN. Just wanted to stop by and tell you how much I admire your strength and courage! Keep fighting the good fight...AND WIN! Keeping you in my prayers! God Bless You and your wonderful family!
Neena <neena.tate@stjude.org>
Germantown, TN USA - Friday, July 16, 2004 2:54 AM CDT
Hey Ben, hope all went well yesterday in Regina. Did you get home in time to see the big storm. I am so glad that your counts were good and your trip to Australia will go ahead. It sounds like Grandma, Grandad, uncles, aunts and cousins are all looking so forward to seeing you guys. Anyways, see you next time you are in at work to see Dad. Keep smilin, Jackie
jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
- Thursday, July 15, 2004 8:31 AM CDT
Hiya Benjamin,
God bless. Hope this monster goes away. And those 10 things you've learned, Ben's Mommy, are so very true. God bless. If only more people can think those 10 up and live by them... May God guide us to a cure. Bless. XoXoXo.
Cyndi
My site:
http://www.caringbridge.org/fl/littlewarriors/
Ben, you're a reason for my site. Bless.
Cynthia <Cynthia52889@msn.com>
Miami, FL USA - Sunday, July 11, 2004 4:58 PM CDT
Hey Benjamin :-)
Well, I didn't get a chance to see the big Riders vs. Bombers football game tonight, but my dad DOES already have his ticket for the Laborday Classic in Regina...can't wait, can't wait!
Take care buddy.
Luv,
Julianna Banana <tjosephson@shaw.ca>
Winnipeg, Canada - Friday, July 9, 2004 1:29 AM CDT
dear andrea ben and family!!!
sending some big hugs and best wishes from australia... I worked with your mum and shes a wonderful nurse, did a great job, as Im sure she is now.. Take care and youre in our thoughts ....leanne and luke
Leanne and Luke Oneill
townsville, QLD Australia - Friday, July 9, 2004 1:00 AM CDT
Hi Guys, Hope Ben's counts improve so you all can make the trip home. I'm sure you have all been looking forward to seeing all the family and friends there. Not much new here I have a few weeks off starting Monday so we are hoping to go to the mountains. We keep all of you in our prayers and think of you often. Keep smiling Ben!! Love The Sych's
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Thursday, July 8, 2004 6:27 PM CDT
I am angel Toto from Quilts of Love we are a group of ppl who create virtual quilts for special children just like you! we would be honored if you would stop by and visit us - then if you are interested we could create one for you!
Love Angel Toto <pat_totoofoz@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, July 8, 2004 12:16 AM CDT
Hi Ben! My name is shelby and I just started IM #2. I hope you can join me. DI #1 was a little rough on me too. But, now I am enjoying IM #2. Hang in there!
www.caringbridge.org/mi/shelby
Shelby Stimpson
Rochester Hills, MI USA - Tuesday, July 6, 2004 7:32 AM CDT
Hey, congratulations on the graduation! How exciting!
I hope Ben is feeling good .... and best of luck getting the citizinship problem straightenend out. Since I've never lived anywhere but the US, I don't have any words of wisdom for you. But I certainly hope it is corrected soon so you can make your MAW plans!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA USA - Monday, July 5, 2004 11:45 PM CDT
Ben, Andrea, and family: Here's hoping you begin Interim Maintenance on Wednesday, and that all will be on schedule for Ben's wish. We are looking forward to starting I.M. in a few weeks as well. Still thinking about you alot, and praying for you too.
Jill and Riley Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, ON Canada - Monday, July 5, 2004 3:30 PM CDT
Dear Ben, You will need to get a big sign with your name on it and put that around your neck so that everybody knows who you are, just in case your identity card gets sent to another different country.
We are all thinking of you and are looking forward to seeing you next month.
Sam and Kenzie went to see Shrek 2 the other day and they said it was great. Have you seen it yet?
I heard you were helping Dad in the garden the other day, if I remember your Dad's gardening skills correctly it might be better if you take over the gardening completely.
Give Joseph a big hug to congratulate him on graduating from pre-school - that's very impressive.
We went to the beach and kicked the footy around last week, it was a bit cold for a swim though. We will go fishing when you get here and take you down the beach as well.
Sam, Kenzie and Alex said to tell you that Hobbs is getting fat and lives on the verandah sleeping on the lounge - he sounds a bit like Uncle Justin doesn't he?
Keep up the good work over there and tell Mommy and Daddy to be good.
See you later
love Uncle Dan, Bin, Sam, Kenzie, Alex and Hobbs xxxxxx
Daniel, Belinda, Samuel, Mackenzie and Alexander Vohland <dansera5@ozemail.com.au>
Moore Park Beach, Queensland Australia - Monday, July 5, 2004 6:46 AM CDT
Andrea ..........and Ben (of course), and the rest of the clan,
Wow, that's great that DI is done. I sure hope that Ben's counts recover and while they are, he is able to get stronger.
Frances and Lucas <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, On - Tuesday, June 29, 2004 8:03 PM CDT
Hello Benjamin!!! and hello to Joseph, Amelia, Andrea and the big fella. Hope things are going well up there and I hope Ben is feeling a little better. Sounds like things have been a bit tougher lately so I hope there is some reprieve in sight. Things are pretty quiet here at the moment because I've got holidays for a month. I've been working really hard to work out the best position to lie on the couch. I think I've nearly got it but I will work at it some more tomorrow. I will ring you guys soon so that I can have a chat with everyone. I really hope I get to see everyone again soon.Thinking of you Ben and keep going mate you are doing really well. Talk to you soon.
Love Uncle Justin
Justin Vohland <s4007825@student.uq.edu>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Sunday, June 27, 2004 6:19 AM CDT
Ben I love your photos! The dinosaur one is really cool and the one of you and your bear is cute! We are rooting for you from California! Go Ben! XXOO, Marey and Ali
http://caringbridge.org/ca/ali
Marey, Ali's mom <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, June 20, 2004 12:55 AM CDT
Hi Andrea... this one is for you... just wanted to check in and see how you are doing and hoping Chris made it home and you are relaxing now. My husband was out of town all week this week too and I know how exhausting it is with a couple of kids (including your CK) running circles around you!!
(((HUGS)))
Katie, Hayley, and Hunter (ALL-Kids)
Franklin, MA - Thursday, June 17, 2004 11:51 PM CDT
Hi Guys,
Just popping in to say Hi! How did Ben's room turn out? Hope all goes well this week and Ben's counts go up.
In our thoughts always,Shel and family
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Wednesday, June 16, 2004 11:43 PM CDT
Hi Ben & Family,
Hope you're doing well during DI. I start DI in July and my parents don't know what to expect either. Keep smiling!
Love,
Katarina and
Amy Hausman <amyholli1@yahoo.com>
Naperville, IL - Wednesday, June 16, 2004 11:31 PM CDT
Andrea, I hope you got the e-mail I sent earlier about the CB pages and that it made some sense. (No guarantees, of course!) :)
I hope DI and the ara-c are treating Ben well and you can hold off on any late-night hospital runs until after your husband returns. I agree with you about the blood donations --- I don't know how to thank people enough, and encourage others as well. Good for you for mentioning it in the journal; I should mention it again soon, also.
Well, hope your week is going smoothly and I'll check back in again, soon!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Wednesday, June 16, 2004 8:32 PM CDT
Ben,
Having tea with the Royals?!! Now how many people can say they've done that. I'm impressed. How was the tea? Did you have cookies too?
Frances and Lucas
Amherstburg, Ontari-ari-ari-o - Monday, June 14, 2004 12:07 AM CDT
Andrea,
Hey, no problem. I must confess that I borrowed it from somewhere else, oops. It's actually a wonderful song. Hope Ben is feeling well.
Frances and Lucas
Amherstburg, Ontari-ari-ari-o - Monday, June 14, 2004 12:05 AM CDT
Ben and your family, I don't know how or why I ended up on your site, but after one look at your picture there was something that seemd to connect. I will be praying for you and that you will be touched by God's healing hands and the pain and suffering will stop. Keep on being a fighter Ben, I don't mean with other people, I mean fight against that ugly monster leukemia. I have not gone any further into your site than this, so maybe somebody in your family could e-mail me back and fill me in on what is all happening with your battle. My grandaughter Mykayla was five when she was diagnosed with A.L.L. and for me that had to be the worst day of my life. Mykayla has a Bible verse that she learned in Sunday school way before she was diagnosed and it was also the very first one that she learned and she uses that verse whenever someone is being negative around her. It is NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD LUKE 1:37. As you can see by my e-mail address we come from your next door province, Manitoba. We live in Morden, I don't know if you know where that is, but we are known for the Corn and Apple Festival. Mykayla is on her maintenance treatment at this time. I don't know if there is a part of the treatment where a person can actually relax and say, Oh it is almost over. I wish we knew for sure, but only God knows, so we keep in touch with Him and keep praying that He will be with all the cancer and leukemia kids and restore their health to them. I certainly hope to hear from your family as there are soooooooooo many questions that I would like to ask you and your family and see how your battle and Mykayla's battle are on the same level or if there are a bunch of different things that are being done for either one of you. I guess I shouldn't be so lazy and I should go through your site so that I could find out how old you are, when your birthday is, what you like to do when you are allowed to do it and I have many more questions to ask. So I sure hope that we can become friends through the internet and share with each other. I will keep you in my prayers and hope to hear from you soon. Love and best wishes always. Grandma Ruth.
Ruth Loutchan <rloutcha@mts.net>
Morden, Mb., Canada - Monday, June 14, 2004 10:43 AM CDT
Andrea & Chris...this is the quickest way for us to get updates! My heart is with you guys and all you are going through. If you want to lose your other 2 for a week in August I am taking some holidays and I know Nicholas would LOVE to have their cousins come stay for a week! Let us know!!
Ben, you are the bravest boy I know! I hope one day soon we can visit again and you can play with Nicholas.
Love to all!
Janet, Duncan, Jeff & Nicholas
Janet Swain
Calgary, AB Canada - Sunday, June 13, 2004 11:53 PM CDT
Yes, it is a roller coaster, isn't it? But soon it will become just a "baby" roller coaster--it really does get better! Glad to hear you enjoyed the Relay--and it was pretty Cool to meet Princess Anne!! Lori & Lyza & crew
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Friday, June 11, 2004 10:06 PM CDT
Hey Ben, it was great to walk with you at Relay for Life. You were such a great walker and to stay up as late as you did, that was incredible. How many hot dogs did you eat by the end of that night. I had two. They were really good, weren't they. Wishing you great days ahead. Jackie and Jodi
jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
moose jaw, - Friday, June 11, 2004 11:39 AM CDT
Tea with Princess Anne??? How cool is that?! :) Ben, someday you will realize that's a pretty neat thing to be able to say you did!!
Katie, Hayley, and Hunter (ALL-Kids) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Thursday, June 10, 2004 7:15 PM CDT
Hi Ben,
I found your site while I was visiting another caringbridge child, and even though you don't know me, I wanted to say hello to you and your family. I am adding you to my prayer list and sending you big hugs and lots of feel good wishes. You are a very brave
and handsome boy. God Bless you.
Lilly <softshoe514@aol.com>
RI USA - Thursday, June 10, 2004 3:00 PM CDT
Dear Ben, You don't know us, but all of us here in Skipsea and Bridlington (your granddad's family) are wishing you well and hope you feel tons better soon.
Love to you all in Canada
Auntie Anne and Auntie Alison.
Mrs. A. Drew
Skipsea, England - Monday, June 7, 2004 12:47 AM CDT
Dear Ben,
I'm your Mummy's uncle's son (I think!) and have just been reading about how brave you're being. Make sure you try and keep smiling above anything else, where there is laughter there is hope and where there is hope, anything is possible. I'll be rooting for you from here in England...
Simon Swain <simonswain81@hotmail.com>
Leeds, United Kingdom - Saturday, June 5, 2004 11:25 AM CDT
Hi there Benjamin! I've come to you courtesy of Julianna Banana's Monster Link page. I'm sooooooo glad to read that you are at the Relay as I type this!!! I hope you have a great time, and meet lots of new friends. I wish you the best in your battle.
Tracy M BWC <tmangin@sympatico.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Friday, June 4, 2004 10:19 PM CDT
Dear Ben,
You may not know us but Roy is your mummy's uncle and your grandad's brother. We were sorry to hear you were ill but are so proud of how brave you have been. Your new bedroom sounds really special, just like you. We shall be thinking of you and checking your web site often so we can see how well you are doing. Give our love to your Mum and Dad, Joseph and Amelia.
Scooby-Doo rules. OK ( Roy likes Scooby-Doo too )
Lots of love from,
Aunty Sheila and Uncle Roy, Simon and Matthew
Sheila and Roy Swain <rswain@ntlworld.com>
Leeds, England - Thursday, June 3, 2004 2:44 PM CDT
Hi there! My name is Shelby and I am 4. I was diagnosed with ALL on 1/16/04 and my Mom is on the ALL-kids list. I'm in the middle of DI#1 right now too. Sorry to hear your counts are low--but your body can get a little rest now. Take care! Have fun at the Relay for Life. I was in one last month and it was a lot of fun!
www.caringbridge/org/mi/shelby
Shelby Stimpson
Rochester Hills, MI USA - Thursday, June 3, 2004 2:29 PM CDT
Hi Ben, sorry to hear your counts are too low for chemo... but hope that will give you a nice little recovery break so you can enjoy the Relay for Life this weekend! Hunter is like you, we are always surprised to hear her counts are low, as she's so full of energy and life!! Anyway, enjoy this chemo vacation... it's back to 'work' next week, right?!
Katie, Hayley, and Hunter (ALL-Kids) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, June 2, 2004 12:04 AM CDT
Dear Chris & Andrea,
I open the website nearly every day to check on Ben and pray for him. It is a long tough road, but it goes somewhere and that, hopefully, is a full and healthy future. In the meantime, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have an 11-year-old here in the Parish who is working his way through 2 and 1/2 years of treatment which makes me realise how gruelling it is. All the best. Love from Rita Clancy, olsh.
Sr Rita Clancy <rita_clancy@bigpond.com>
Brisbane, Qld Australis - Wednesday, June 2, 2004 5:48 AM CDT
Hi Guys, Sorry to hear about Ben's counts. Hopefully they are up for Monday. I am doing the Relay For Life here in Lloyd on Friday. All of you will be in our thoughts while I'm out there. Hope you have a nice weekend and are able to finish Ben's room. Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB CANADA - Wednesday, June 2, 2004 0:51 AM CDT
Neutropenia is the pits, wouldn't you say? Maybe Ben will get to see Shrek 2 once it's out on DVD, and catch the next circus next time it's in town. Just remember to make the most of the good days and perhaps the bad ones will be a little less to bear. Thinking of you, Another ALL-Kids mom, Frances and Lucas
Frances and Lucas -- www.caringbridge.org/canada/lucashammond <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, Ontario - Monday, May 31, 2004 2:36 PM CDT
Neutropenia is the pits, wouldn't you say? Maybe Ben will get to see Shrek 2 once it's out on DVD, and catch the next circus next time it's in town. Just remember to make the most of the good days and perhaps the bad ones will be a little less to bear. Thinking of you, Another ALL-Kids mom, Frances and Lucas
Frances and Lucas -- www.caringbridge.org/canada/lucashammond <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, Ontario - Monday, May 31, 2004 2:36 PM CDT
Hello Ben, thank
mommy for coming
to Craig's site
and leaving a sweet
message for him.
sending you lots of love
craig, lauren, and helen
CRAIGGY
craig <trula1@comcast.net>
- Friday, May 28, 2004 6:38 AM CDT
Hey Ben, just
found your link,
so glad we did
just
wanted to wish you
a great weekend.
sending you lots of love
craig, lauren, and helen
CRAIGGY
craig <trula1@comcast.net>
- Thursday, May 27, 2004 8:46 PM CDT
Hi Guys - Sorry to hear Ben has hit bottom on the counts but so glad you were able to get home. I hope the project went well - post some pictures when you have it all done.
I still haven't been in touch by phone with the SuperSibs coordinator. But they sent me some info to post at the clinic. I would go ahead and send in the form for your own SuperSibs - I believe they are taking them from Canada now. I will post some info about it on Katie's web page later this week.
Susan (ALL list) and Katie
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 7:24 PM CDT
Hi Guys, Glad to hear Ben's home. Sure gives truth to the saying that there is "no place like home". I took the kids to see Shrek it was quite good. I wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday for tomorrow and wish you only good things for the year to come. I think you have had your share of the bad.... Give the kids a hug and I'll keep sending my prayers your way. Love Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloyd, AB Canada - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 6:43 PM CDT
Glad to hear you are at home! We tried to go to Shrek 2 today, but both afternoon mattinee's were sold out! Have fun with doing up Ben's room--it took me 6 years and Cancer to finally encourage me to brighten up Lyza's room--now it is my favorite in the house (and I hope hers!). Keep us posted on Ben's counts. Lori & crew
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Saturday, May 22, 2004 11:24 PM CDT
Dear Ben, We spoke to your Dad the other day and he said you were back in hospital. We hope you are home now or getting very close to going home. It is starting to get cold here, not cold like Moose Jaw though. We hope you can come and visit soon, the kangaroos are friendly here and you can go for ride in the boat. Don't forget your Mum's birthday - ask her is she ready to retire yet.... Take care Ben, we are all thinking of you, Love Uncle Dan, Aunty Bin, Cousins Sam, Kenzie and Alex xxxxxxxxx and Hobbs, your old cat
Daniel, Belinda, Samuel, Mackenzie and Alexander Vohland <dansera5@ozemail.com.au>
Moore Park Beach, Queensland Australia - Saturday, May 22, 2004 9:05 PM CDT
Hi-We are sorry to hear you are back in the big house again. Happy belated birthday Ben. We hope you get back home soon. Give your mom a big hug for us, and get well soon buddy.....
Penny, Rodger, Mitchel and Braden <sjoberg@telus.net>
Beaumont, AB Canada - Friday, May 21, 2004 3:10 PM CDT
Hi - Sorry to hear you are stuck at the hosptial. Hope you get out soon so you can enjoy some warm spring weather
Susan (Katie's mom from the ALL list)
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Thursday, May 20, 2004 1:04 PM CDT
Hello Andrea,
I am sorry to hear you are back at "THe Big House". I hope Benjamin's neutrophil count will go up soon. Well, today it seems like spring might be here after all! I have seen Bluebirds and Yellowheaded-blackbirds. I have had four white-tail deer outside my window every morning.
Hugs,
Lena {Bears who Care} <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
- Wednesday, May 19, 2004 5:42 PM CDT
Darn, Andrea, wish I'd known you were in "the big house" since I could have come met you as I was in Strasbourg--the people I was visiting just drove to Regina to pop into Canadian Tire and zoomed back home! Hope you aren't too bored--I certainly know how it is! Lori Grainger
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Monday, May 17, 2004 11:24 PM CDT
I was browsing through the ALL Kids website, and was attracted to your Caring Bridge Site. My six year old son, Riley, was diagnosed with early Pre-B ALL on January 14th of this year and also began Delayed Intensification in early May (the 7th to be exact). We had to go on May 10th for a PEG injection as well. The allergic reaction must have been very frightening for you. The side effects of some of these drugs are very scary! My son gets a lot of soreness in his legs and feet with the vincristine. So far he has been able to tolerate the doxorubicin quite well - one of the drugs I was extremely worried about. All the best to you. I will be checking your page often.
Jill Hooper <aandjhooper@sympatico.ca>
Wallaceburg, Ontario Canada - Monday, May 17, 2004 11:57 AM CDT
I guess the weather in Saskatchewan is quite different than Ontario. It's been simply beautiful here (but as one of my sons reminded me, we do live fairly close to the most southern point of Canada). Hopefully you don't have anymore terrible reactions to the PEG. I know it can be really scary. Everytime Lucas gets them, I sit there and worry if this is going to be the time that he reacts. Another ALL Mom, Frances and another brave boy, Lucas
Frances and Lucas <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, On Canada - Sunday, May 16, 2004 7:57 PM CDT
Hello, my name is Sharon and I am friends with Shelley. Your story has touched my heart. I will pray for you and your family. I can see such love and devotion all of you have. Take good care. If I read the entry sooner about the birthday card ( happy belated for the 1st April)I would have made it for you. If you'd like, I will make it for him.
kindest regards, Sharon Syed.
Sharon Syed <syed_sharon@hotmail.com>
Edmonton, Canada - Sunday, May 16, 2004 0:30 AM CDT
Hi Ben,
I haven't vistied your site before - I really like the pic of you and your "friend" in masks. I'm sorry you had to have those nasty PEG shots, but it sounds like you are a very brave young man. I hope DI isn't too hard on you - we'll be thinking of you.
Laura Piper mom to Dani (http://www.caringbridge.org/ia/danisdiary) <laurapiper@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, May 13, 2004 12:14 AM CDT
Hi, sorry to hear Ben had a reaction to the injections. What will they do about that next time? Lyza was so happy to have that month of injections over that everything else was pretty easy after that. How did you teach Ben to swallow the tablets? I still struggle with that--have given Lyza skittles littles, but she just wants to eat them! It would be nice if she could get on Methotrexate tablets before camping season. Email me if you get time Andrea. Lori www.caringbridge.org/canada/lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Tuesday, May 11, 2004 4:16 PM CDT
Hi Ben... good luck with day #1 of DI tomorrow, we'll be rooting for you to do as well with DI as you have on IM!!
Your mom is funny... "This week we had summer, it was Tuesday." I guess the weather is a little different in Canada than it was in Australia?
Anyway, keep on keepin' on and know that we are cheering for you!!
Katie, Hayley, and Hunter (ALL-Kids)
Franklin, MA - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 3:10 PM CDT
Dear Ben, I heard that tomorrow is a big day for you. Just want to let you know that everyone is behind you all the way and with all those super-heros in your corner, how could you be anything but in good hands. Take a great Scooby-Doo movie for the ride to and from Regina. See you soon, Jackie and Jodi.
jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
Moose Jaw, - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 11:24 AM CDT
Hi Ben, Joseph and Amelia,
Thanks very much for a really fun picnic yesterday. You have a nice big house to play in and a fun swing set. Usually when we visit with Grandma Nola she makes us work so it was nice you invited us so we could play for a change.
Bye for now!
Sam & Maria
Nola <ayers@ shaw.ca>
- Monday, May 3, 2004 8:53 AM CDT
Hey, best of luck to Benjamin as he enters DI! We did really well through DI, and didn't need any kind of transfusion until the very end, and even then only needed one. I hope Benjamin does just as well. Yep, I remember the dreaded PEG shot. Boy, was I unpopular the day I took Kendrie to clinic for THAT! :)
Glad to hear you had a nice 24-hour summer! I hope the nice weather comes back again sometime soon! Have a good week,
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Monday, May 3, 2004 7:35 AM CDT
Thank for checking in on Christopher-enjoy that summer weather while you can!Good luck with DI. The Melkonians
www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko
Darlene and Christopher Melkonian <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, md - Saturday, May 1, 2004 6:13 AM CDT
Yep, welcome back to Canada Andrea! Our weather up here has been pretty much the same--I really hate the wind. I will be thinking of Ben this week; those leg injections are the worst--but over forever, after the month. I will be thinking of you and Chris too when the steroids begin to hit--have lots of potato chips, cheese slices and pickles on hand! Take care. Lori & Lyza
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Friday, April 30, 2004 8:10 PM CDT
Hi, Ben. You will start DI just one day after me, if my counts are high enough. I just got home from the hospital today and have a PEG tube in my tummy to get more nutrition. Thanks for signing my guestbook!
Kyle (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts)
Beth <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Friday, April 30, 2004 4:46 PM CDT
Hi Andrea,
Thanks for the post to the ALL list. It's nice to know when we can make a difference.
I LOVE YOUR SCOOBY DOO PICTURE AND CAPTION!! Do you have any idea how many times I have seen the "farting/burping" scene in the first movie?
I hope Ben is doing well, and it was good to hear from you.
Off for a bike ride now! Tahoe is right around the corner.
Go Team in Training!!
Lynne
www.caringbridge.org/id/grant
Lynne Pekuri <Lynnepekuri@aol.com>
Boise, Id - Thursday, April 29, 2004 5:30 PM CDT
Hello Ben,
I am so happy to hear that you are getting some more energy back, yeah!
Hugs,
Lena {Bears who Care} <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
Alberta, Canada, - Monday, April 26, 2004 0:06 AM CDT
Chris, Andrea and Ben, Last time we saw you, you were visiting Hervey Bay at our time of need. Talked to Mum (Rae) to learn of your struggles in your move to Canada. Our thoughts and all our prayers are with you for a speedy return to full health Ben. It is warm (hot) here in Darwin. Warmest wishest coming your way from your cousin (three times removed)
Gaynor Lovett (Goldsworthy) and Douglas Goldsworthy <glovett55@bigpond.com>
Darwin / Hervey Bay, NT/QLD Australia - Saturday, April 24, 2004 6:57 PM CDT
Great wish Ben!
It will be great to see all your friends and family. Here's hoping your wish is granted real soon!
I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for you!
Love Sandy
Sandy
Sherwood Park, Canada - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 10:24 AM CDT
Wow, Australia!!! (did I even spell that right??) That is wonderful news! I'm sure ya'll will be glad to get back and visit your old stomping grounds again.
I hope Ben continues to feel well and that DI goes smoothly for him. We just finished DI #1 a few weeks ago and except for low counts at the end (which one quick transfusion took care of) things went very smoothly. I hope it goes just as well for Ben.
Have a great week!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Monday, April 19, 2004 5:01 PM CDT
Hey, we found your link from Connor's page.
have fun on your make a wish.
have a great week, too.
love, craig, lauren, and helen
CRAIGGY
craig <trula1@comcast.net>
- Monday, April 19, 2004 11:01 AM CDT
You have been in our thoughts and prayers so often. We hope you can feel all of the support you have, and will take strength and hope from all of those who care.
Karin Moses (Kopp) <rkmoses@telusplanet.net>
Edmonton, AB Canada - Monday, April 19, 2004 11:01 AM CDT
((((Huge Hugs)))) Keeping you and Benjamin and all your family in my prayers and thoughts.
Anne
Abbotsford, BC Canada - Friday, April 16, 2004 9:57 AM CDT
Hello Ben and family, I am new to your page and can totally relate to everything that you said in your journal entry!!!I'm going to read your past journals and get to know you and your family better. We will keep you and your family in our prayers and will come back often to visit.
Tracy and Christopher Eckhardt <teckhardt@sympatico.ca>
Kitchener, ON Canada - Friday, April 16, 2004 0:56 AM CDT
Hi. My name is Frances and my 4 year old son, Lucas, was diagnosed with ALL a week and a half after your Ben. I can totally relate to your last entry. I hate vincristine and it's sore leg phenomena, low platelets and all the scary stuff that goes with them, low neutrophil count and the isolation that comes with it. I try very hard not to feel miserable about the cards that Lucas and our family has been dealt but sometimes it gets the better of me. Remain positive because we need to in order to scare this cancer monster away. Sending only positive vibes your way.
Frances (ALL Kids mom to Lucas) Check out his site. caringbridge.org/canada/lucashammond
Frances Hammond <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, ON Canada - Thursday, April 15, 2004 9:46 AM CDT
Found your site from Julianna's. From one ALL mom to another ALL mom. YOU HAVE EVERY RIGHT TO WORRY!! It is only natural that you would worry. When given a diagnosis like cancer your world changes, just like you said. Things I used to worry about I now laugh at myself for having ever worried about them. Then when I am done laughing I get angry that I don't have the luxury of worrying over "small" things anymore and probably never will. Sure you can choose the glass to be half full or half empty but you still have the right to be worried, scared, angry, and whatever else you may be feeling without beating yourself up. So, go ahead worry. You and I both know that it won't change how you deal with the situation. You will deal with it and you will deal with it very well. Parents like us are stronger than we give ourselves credit for.
Praying for you and the whole family.
Amy in Iowa
Connor's Site
Amy Muston <amymuston@hotmail.com>
Keokuk, IA USA - Thursday, April 15, 2004 7:27 AM CDT
Hi guys,
Hope you had a nice Easter and the Easter Bunny brought lots of goodies. Well Spring was here last week but we had snow last night so I think spring has gone for awhile. We were glad to hear Ben's port insertion went well, it will make things easier for him. Thinking of you all, Shel
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 12:10 AM CDT
Hi and Happy Easter to you!
I'm glad to hear everything went well with port.
Spring has finally arrived in Ontario too.
I hope, it intends to stay also. they were threatening us with snow for next week.
sending love and healing energy
mia
http://www.the-healing-tree.com
Mia <miafriedrich@lincsat.com>
Staffa, ON Canada - Saturday, April 10, 2004 5:30 PM CDT
Great job, Ben! Pokes will be much nicer now--Lyza says she never wants her port out! Emla cream is a kid's best friend too! Lori, Lyza's mom
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Thursday, April 8, 2004 8:00 PM CDT
Hi Andrea,
Hope Ben's surgery went well today. We keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Ben, keep strong and keep fighting against that bad villain. We are going to have to think of a special Superhero name just for you. I hope you know how special everyone thinks you are.. Shelley
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, Alberta Canada - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 10:28 PM CDT
Hey Ben. Hope you are all tucked up in the bat bed recovering from your operation. I know you are very brave so I'm sure you are doing ok. It was good to talk to you on your birthday and I hope you had a great day.Say hello to mum/mom, dad, Joseph, Amelia and Robin for me. Will talk to you again soon. Love Uncle Justin
Justin Vohland <thelusty@hotmail.com>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 6:17 PM CDT
Hey Ben, by now you will be in surgery and just wanted to tell you that you are a very brave boy to all that know you. Hope Scooby-Doo is watching you..... You are right up there with Batman, Robin, and those other heros, sorry, I can't remember their names. Jodi and I are looking forward to seeing your family on Friday. I am sure you will have some stories to tell. Tell Dad and Mom I am thinking of them also. Keep strong. Jackie
Jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca; taffilovesmomma@yahoo.ca>
- Wednesday, April 7, 2004 1:24 PM CDT
Andrea - My thoughts and prayers are with the family as Ben has his surgury today.
Tracy Simons <tsimons@cpsa.ab.ca>
Sherwood Park, AB Canada - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 10:46 AM CDT
Hello Ben, I know your Dad and your Grandma and they are really nice people. I have met your Mum too and I have seen photos of you. You have a great family. I hope you feel better every day and get well really soon. I am praying for you. Love from Sr Rita
(Sr) Rita Clancy (Grandma Rae's friend) <rita_clancy@bigpond.com>
Brisbane, Q Australia - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 6:25 AM CDT
Happy Birthday, Ben! I hope you had lots of fun on your birthday. You know you are the biggest super hero of them all! Have fun with all your presents and I hope you blew out all those candles. Say Hi to your Mommy and Daddy for me. Thinking about you always...
Shelley <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, AB Canada - Thursday, April 1, 2004 11:51 PM CST
HAPPY 7TH BIRTHDAY BEN!!!!
Lori Anne (ALL-kids mom to Amanda) <galer@ptd.net>
Mifflinburg, PA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 5:02 PM CST
HaPPY Birthday Ben! Lyza's best bud, Draydon, turns 7 today too! He is having a bowling party on Saturday. We bought him a Hot Wheels beach towel that comes with a video and a car. What are you doing for your big day? What are you hoping you get as a gift? Have WAY TOO MUCH FUN!!! Lori, Lyza's mom
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Thursday, April 1, 2004 1:44 PM CST
Happy birthday to you
from the land of the koala
wombat,crocodile and kangaroo.
Hope you have a really wonderful birthday Ben.
Batman and Robin rule!!
Lots of love Aunty Naomi,Uncle Rick and cousins Josh and Damien xxxx
Naomi Vohland <naomivohland@microsoft.com.au>
Caloundra, Qld Australia - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 5:02 PM CST
Hello Ben, Joseph, Amelia, Chris and Andrea,
Love your site. That was a huge dinosaur Ben, hope you got home in one piece! I bet you're really famous now Ben after been in the newspaper and everything.I even saw it all the way in Australia! Hope to see a lot more photos in your album. Hope you have a great birthday on Thursday.Hang in there mate. We're a long way away but we are still thinking of you. Miss you heaps and look out for that bow and arrow!
Love Uncle Justin xxoo
Justin Vohland
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Sunday, March 28, 2004 4:01 AM CST
Hey guys,
Laurie (Twin) sent me the link to your webpage. I was thankful to get an update from her as I haven't heard from you guys for forever! You are in my thoughts and prayers and if you ever need anything, remember Alberta is a lot closer than Australia. Take Care.
Janet W.
Calgary, - Monday, March 22, 2004 8:25 PM CST
Hi Ben! I found your site from Kendrie's and wanted to stop in and say Hi. Hope you are having a good week. I'll add you to my prayers.
Briana Roehling
Pflugerville, TX - Monday, March 22, 2004 11:57 AM CST
HI! BEN, JOSEPH, AMELIA, CHRIS AND ANDREA.
LOVE YOUR WEB SITE WENT ACCROSS THE ROAD TO DENISE'S COMPUTER AND LOOKED AT IT. HOPE TO SEE YOU VERY SOON. MUCH LOVE GRANDMA RAE AND GRANDAD JOE
RAE VOHLAND
MT TYSON, QLD AUSTRALIA - Sunday, March 21, 2004 10:21 PM CST
Hi,
Loved the article! Sounds like Moose Jaw is a wonderful place to live : )
Hoping is going well with Ben's treatments and that he is feeling well.
Continuing to pray for your family.
www.caringbridge.org/ca/jackson
Jennifer Smith <yestoloans2002@yahoo.com>
Middletown, CA USA - Sunday, March 21, 2004 9:58 PM CST
Hi Ben and family
Wow have you and Joseph and Amelia grown (seen your family picture). Check out that hair on Amelia (reminds me of Nik).
Hope you are doing well and that you are looking forward to your birthday coming up. Wow 7. Have sent you a pressie.
My best wishes and thoughts are with you little buddy.
Lots of Love
Andrea, Samara and Nikita
Andrea, Samara & Nikita
Richmond, Qld Australia - Sunday, March 21, 2004 8:25 PM CST
Hi Ben and family, I found your site on Kendrie's page (her mom writes the funniest journal entries lol) and being a fellow Canuck thought I would come by and say hello! I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers and I'll check back often to see how you are doing. (((Hugs)))
Anne <annedonnelly@shaw.ca>
Abbotsford, BC Canada - Sunday, March 21, 2004 9:05 AM CST
Hello fellow Canadians! You live right in my old stomping grounds--and I even lived in Regina for almost a year (1982). That Drumheller pic was great--have you been to Dinosaur Park near Brooks? It is even more awesome--we went a couple of month before Lyza was diagnosed in 2002. It is so great that we decided to skip the dinosaur stuff at Animal Kingdom at Walt Disneyworld when we went on Lyza's Wish trip two weeks ago! Been there, done that--seen the actual excavation sites! Will be checking up on you often--see you soon. Lori, Lyza's mom
Lori Grainger <graingersrus@sasktel.net>
Lloydminster, SK Canada - Sunday, March 21, 2004 0:43 AM CST
Ben,
Wow, your mom is sure brave to travel with three kids! You are all very lucky to have a DVD (ok, so is mom too ;). Hope you have a wonderful day!
Hugs,
Lena {Bears who Care} <lena_butler@yahoo.ca>
Jasper, Alberta, - Saturday, March 20, 2004 11:10 PM CST
dear Ben
I really missd you and how are you feeling? I can't wait to see you again
love Harper morland
Harper Morland <h.morland@sasktel.net>
Moose Jaw, Sk Canada - Saturday, March 20, 2004 8:26 PM CST
Hey there big guy Ben
How cute are you? I know you are a strong and brave boy and those bad leukemia cells are going to get the shock of a lifetime...they are history. I live in Toronto Canada and thought I would say hello to a fellow Canadian. Stay strong all of you and know that we are all here for you on the ALL-list. God Bless
Teresa(mommy to Marcus...forever in my heart) www.caringbridge.org/mn/markie
Teresa <trrn@sympatico.ca>
Scarborough, On Canada - Saturday, March 20, 2004 8:44 AM CST
Hey Ben! You don't know me, but I found your site from Kendrie's. Her mom is a friend of mine. I wanted to come "meet" you and say hello! I looked at your pictures, I like the one of you with your family, but I LOVE the one of you with that Dinosaur. It must have been so great to see that in person. My son is 6 and he is crazy about dinosaurs. I will have to let him see that picture in the morning. I am assuming that photo was taken in Canada?!? I am sure we will be looking on the map because it will take some convincing that we should not jump in the car immediately and drive to see that dinosaur ourselves!
Anyway, I will be checking in on you. Take care. Talk to you later alligator.
Kelly <skjs1@cox.net>
Warner Robins , GA - Friday, March 19, 2004 9:14 PM CST
Hi Ben,
First let me say you are very adorable! And quite a brave boy battling cancer. I must say it sucks, doesn't it? My baby boy has ALL too. Please know that we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you travel this journey. Big kisses to you and share some with your wonderful family too. Going to be a long ride for everyone, but love does conquer all! Believe me - we know!
www.caringbridge.org/ca/jackson
Jennifer & Jackson <yestoloans2002@yahoo.com>
Middletown, CA USA - Friday, March 19, 2004 9:12 PM CST
Andrea,Chris,Ben,Joseph & Amelia,
Our hearts go out to you all! May Batman and Robin keep that ugly villain away! Be strong.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!!!
Sandy, Barry, Brett & Caiti <sandy.farquharson@telus.net>
Sherwood Park, AB. Canada - Thursday, March 18, 2004 11:16 PM CST
WOW a DVD player in the car. Andrea, I guess that GFE now stands for Great Family Environment. Ben is so lucky to have such great parents. Keep up the good work and our prays are with you all.
Lori,Darren,Rebecca and Stacey Rivet <larivet@shaw.ca>
Edmonton, Alberta Canada - Thursday, March 18, 2004 9:29 PM CST
WOW - Ben - are you ever brave! Is that a real dinosaur? Of course I already knew how brave you were because your Dad told me about your courage in the big battle of Batman & Robin. I guess you don't know me, but I work at the hospital where your Dad works and ever since I heard about you I have been looking forward to meeting you. Now at least I have seen a picture and it is easy to see you are a very handsome and brave boy. I hope someday I get to meet you in person. You must be soooo tired of hospitals and stuff and I hope you are soon done with all that yukky stuff. Take care Ben, you're my hero!
Nola <ayers@shaw.ca>
Moose Jaw, SK - Thursday, March 18, 2004 5:58 PM CST
What a beautiful family you have! Welcome to the ALL-Kids list - looking forward to getting to "know" you better!
Hugs from Michigan,
Kathi (Melanie's mom - ALL-Kids list) - Melanie's Site
Cadillac, MI - Thursday, March 18, 2004 10:23 AM CST
HI ANDREA, CHRIS BEN JOSEPH & AMELIA,
GREAT TO SEE THIS WEB PAGE, HAVE BEEN SENDING UP MY PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL. ALL IS THE SAME IN ISA HOT HOT & HOTTER.
KEEP ON SMILING
LOVE TO YOU ALL FROM
MICHELE & PETER
MICHELE CORCORAN
MOUNT ISA, Q AUSTRALIA - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 11:07 PM CST
Hello Vohland family....
Great pictures in the photo album!! I especially like the one with your bear, Ben.... Keep your chins up and be brave!! Love and Hugs
Carine and Lindsay (ALL kids list) www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay <bnc94@msn.com>
McHenry, IL - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 8:52 PM CST
Hi Andrea,Chris,Ben,Joseph and Amelia,
Hope everything is going OK. We think about all of you often and keep you in our prayers. Thank you so much for the phone call,and feel free to call anytime. It was nice seeing the pics of the family and Ben with the dinosaur. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Shelley Sych <funwithfour@shaw.ca>
Lloydminster, Alberta Canada - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 8:40 PM CST
Hi Andrea, Chris, Ben, Joseph and Amelia,
What a great web site. It is wonderful to see the pictures of your beautiful family. The journal entries do bring tears to my eyes. Sure has been a tiring journey for you all. It is so nice to see all the love and support you have, from family, friends and just people who care. All of our love, from our family to yours. Keep Strong.
Penny, Rodger, Mitchel and Braden
Beaumont, AB Canada - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 11:26 AM CST
Although we were there with you through it all, reading your journal brings back all the heartache. However seeing Ben re-energised as he was when we came home last week we are convinced he will win his battle. We are trusting God to bring us all through this agonising experience. God's peace be with you all.
Love.
Grandma and Grandad.
Grandma and Grandad
Edmonton, AB Canada - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 10:30 AM CST
Hi Ben! My daughter Hunter was diagnosed about a month before you, so looks like we'll be taking this journey back to health right alongside you. Big hugs to you and your family.
Katie (ALL-Kids), Hayley (3) and Hunter (20 months, pre-B ALL)
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 8:23 AM CST
Hi Ben, I am so glad that you are home with your family and getting better by the day. Tell Mom and Dad to bring you in to the lab some day to say hi. You have lots of friends here that work with Dad. We all love you and want you to get better real quick.
Jackie <jacqie@fhhr.ca>
- Wednesday, March 17, 2004 7:02 AM CST
Welcome to the ALL list serv and the caringbridge world-these are the things that help us all get through...Ben-how did you sit on that rock under that T-REX??-you are a BRAVE guy! Keep up the fight! Love, The Melkonian Family www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko
Darlene and Christopher Melkonian <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 5:44 AM CST
Welcome to our list. I am so sorry you like everyone else have to be here, but welcome none the less. My son is seven and has ALL. We are getting through and hope the best to you as well. Cecelia Kenna Dustin's web page is caringbridge.org/in/dustinkenna. PS your son is one handsome fellow.
Cecelia Kenna <ckenna@sbcglobal.net>
Lebanon, IN USA - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 5:42 AM CST
Hello Vohler family! I hope everything is going well for you. Here we are just finished, but your journal still brings those first memories back. (Yes, the nights can be bad, look at me up at 5 am, I've not developed good sleeping habits.)
I recently introduced Duncan to Batman and Robin too, and now many of his Hot Wheels are some type of Batmobile.
That dinosaur sure looks scary, I'm glad you were safe!
It is pretty much already springtime in Texas, I hope you get some nice weather soon. Take care of each other.
Vicki, mama to Duncan, ALL-Kids, http://www.caringbridge.org/page/duncan <texneus@yahoo.com>
Lewisville, TX - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 5:02 AM CST
Dear Ben, Mummy, Daddy, Joseph and Amelia,
What a wonderful way to keep up to date!
We also believe that Batman and Robin will triumph.
Sam, Kenzie and Alex say Hi.
Uncle Dan and Auntie Binnie send hugs and kisses. xoxoxox
Daniel and Belinda Vohland <dansera5@ozemail.com.au>
Bundaberg, QLD Australia - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 4:30 AM CST
Dear Vohland family --- ok, this is how silly I am. I saw the address for Ben's new site and thought "ca" ??? They live in California? So where is Regina? I thought that was in Canada! (obviously I am very geographically impaired!)
I'm glad to read through the journals; thanks for sending his new address to the ALL list. I will check back often!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Bryon (Robins AFB), GA USA - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 11:47 PM CST
Hi Ben, Wow I love the pic of you and your bear- you must really love that Bear because you let him use your Spiderman pillow. When my son John first got ALL, he was 7, and he was very into Bob the builder and he didn't let any one of his animal friends use his Bob the Builder pillow. Lorraine www.caringbridge.org/pa/ourjohn
Lorraine <Lorrainecott@aol.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 11:20 PM CST
Hi Andrea, Chris, Ben, Joseph and Amelia! Your journal entries bring tears to my eyes Andrea, and with Nicholas and Ben being the same age I cannot even begin to imagine everything you have gone through and continue to go through!
BIG HUGS to all!
And Ben - you keep up your strength so you can come visit really soon!!!
love, Aunty Janet, Uncle Duncan, Jeff and Nicholas
Janet
Calgary, - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 10:39 PM CST
Hi Ben - Thanks for sharing your web page with us - the pictures are great. We hope you are feeling better soon!
Love, Laurie, Jeff & Farley
Laurie and Jeff
St. Albert, AB Canada - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:38 PM CST
Hey Andrea, Chris and Big Ben!
Regina? We're practically neighbors! Glad to meet you all, I just wish it was under different circumstances.
See you on the ALL-KIDS list,
Terry Josephson, Julianna Banana's dad <tjosephson@shaw.ca>
Winnipeg, Canada - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:31 PM CST
Hi Ben, I have a 6 year old little girl name Dianne who has ALL. I hope you will start feeling better. My thoughts are with you and your family.
www.caringbridge.org/md/dianne
Dorothea-ALL Kids List <Dorothea4711@aol.com>
- Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:17 PM CST
To Ben, Chris & Andrea,
Wishes for this road Ben and you are travelling to not be too hard on you all. May Ben, make a full recovery, and may you all live happy ever after..
God bless and protect you,
Shaila
Shaila Glasbergen <glasmtn@optusnet.com.au>
Cairns, Qld Australia - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:16 PM CST
Hey Ben! Nice to see a close up picture of you or at least of your eyes! We have never met you but I knew your mom real well a few years ago and she is a great lady. You are in good hands and you will pull through this, I can see it in your eyes! We look forward to watching and hearing about you getting well again. Our love and prayers go out to you and your family!
Lorelee and Raj, Ayden and Reece Syal <loreleesyal@verizon.net>
Maplewood , NJ USA - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 9:08 PM CST
Dear Ben, Chris, Andrea we're always thinking of you. I undertook a cueballectomy last Friday and have raised a few hundred dollars towards Leukaemia Foundation's shave for a cure. Take care and we will be back in touch soon.
Mick
Michael Kestel <michael_susan@bigpond.com.au>
Brisbane, QLD Australia - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 8:20 PM CST
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