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Happy 40th Birthday Sweetie many many more enjoy your holiday with the family ! Take a moment for yourself to relax love Aunti Monica and Uncle Richard XXOO
Monica Volpe <Msdelv@aol.com>
Cranston , RI - Sunday, March 12, 2006 7:18 PM CST

Glad to have an update. You seem to be doing so well, and we are so thrilled.
Elizabeth and Adam Boegel <eboegel@pacbell.net>
Walnut Creek, CA USA - Thursday, February 2, 2006 4:51 PM CST

Dawn,

It was so nice to get your email. I think of you often and I appreciate the updates on your health. Little Sage is just adorable. Glad to hear that you are doing great!
Kim Roesslein
San Ramon, CA USA - Thursday, February 2, 2006 7:28 AM CST

Good morning Dawn-Monique,

Sending you hugs and well wishes along with our prayers,
Kat in Omaha
kat and husband
omaha, ne usa - Sunday, December 4, 2005 9:36 AM CST

Each time we see you at school, you are cheerful and upbeat - we'd never know you were having any kind of discomfort. You are so strong!!!
In the not-so-strong moments, remember this: we are here to help and would be honored to be asked. We love you!
Elizabeth and Adam Boegel <eboegel@pacbell.net>
Walnut Creek, CA USA - Saturday, December 3, 2005 0:02 AM CST

Good morning from Kat the lionhearted, Dawn-Monique.
Your post is exciting. You have a plan. Stick to your guns. You can heal. You have a family that needs you and support from friends and loved ones.

I'm praying for you.
I love your sense of humor.
Hug your handy-man, he's a marvel.

Have a blessed good day of Thanksgiving and praise,
Kat in Omaha

kcrawford
omaha, ne usa - Monday, November 28, 2005 8:02 AM CST

Just finished reading your journal history - am so glad that you are feeling well because you look great every day. What a hard summer. I appreciate you even more now!!!!!! You will always be in our nightly family prayers.
Elizabeth Boegel <eboegel@pacbell.net>
Walnut Creek, CA USA - Friday, October 7, 2005 8:20 AM CDT

Hello Dawn. I'm connected to your family through marriage. My dad is Chuck Crumbo - married to Tussy. I just wanted to let you know that I have been praying for you and I hope you are able to feel God's presence.
Maggie Crumbo
Columbia, SC USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 10:39 PM CDT

Hi Dawny:
Glad to hear you got through the first week at home and doing better. As always our thoughts and prayers are with you; we know you will be fine. Love, Auntie Dee & Uncle Paul

Diane & Frank Paul Del Bonis
Jamestown, RI USA - Saturday, July 23, 2005 1:18 PM CDT

dawn
i'm another member of the family you have yet to meet ... my connection is through tussy, ben's sister ... she is indeed my better half ... anyway, being a cancer surivor myself think i have a pretty good idea of what you're going through ... best advice i have to offer is to keep in mind that you're not alone ... millions of us have walked through the same valley ... you may be sick and tired of being sick, but know that someday you'll be better and back with chris and the kids ... also, stay positive if for no other reason than it will make these times more bearable ... we're praying for you back here and look forward to the day we get to meet you.

Chuck Crumbo <ccrumbo@yahoo.com>
Columbia, sc - Friday, July 15, 2005 12:12 AM CDT

Dawn,
We are very happy to hear that all went well with your surgery. Things sound positive and the worst is behind you. We wish you well in your recovery and we're pulling for you for a smooth recovery. Your homeocoming to Chris and the kids will be bittersweet and not soon enough. Hang in there! Know that our thoughts are with you at all times.
Dana & Paul DelBonis <dmdelbonis@cvs.com>
Exeter, RI - Monday, July 11, 2005 12:07 AM CDT

Hello Dawn-Monique,
I am so glad you've made it through surgery just fine.
Everyone reacts differently to having ovaries removed - if you do go off the estrogen replacement, you will likely have hot flashes for a while (not a big deal) , and you should definitely make sure you take a calcium supplement.
The omentum pads the intestines (possibly prevents diverticulitis) - I wondered about this as well, but really have not noticed any side effects from its removal.
I was also anaemic and was on iron supplements for a while after surgery
Ummmm ... about the pain and nausea ... give it some more time .... it will subside slowly.
Eat several small meals a day of fairly bland food. Be patient - be glad it is over with -
know you are in my thoughts and prayers for healing and good spirits. You are doing great!
Brenda Williams <bmw777@entouch.net>
Houston, Tx USA - Monday, July 4, 2005 11:23 AM CDT

Hi DM, We've not met before. I'm Terry Ann from the PMP group. I've been reading your progress through this site and am so happy for you that you are now out of the hospital and recovering at your Moms. I had PMP surgery 3 years ago, I was 46 at the time and my husband and Mother took off work to help me through a difficult recovery. I know how much it means to have loving family there beside you.

I also had to learn about and use hormone replacement therapy as a result of the surgery and the radical hysterectomy. If you would like to email me and get any advice or just talk about any "surgical menopause" problems at any time, please do.

I wish you a speedy recovery to be back with your beautiful children and husband ASAP. Take care, and God Bless.
Terry Ann <TerLar315@aol.com>
Plainfield, IN USA - Monday, July 4, 2005 0:41 AM CDT

DM,
SORRY TO READ ABOUT YOUR SET BACK, HOPEFULLY IT WONT LAST LONG AND YOU WILL BE ABLE TO KEEP THINGS DOWN. WILL PUT YOU IN MY PRAYERS FOR A QUICK RELEASE FROM THE HOSPITAL.
PMP/BELLYBUTTON FRIEND
SHAR ANSON
SHAR ANSON <sharlene_vol@yahoo.com>
NORFOLK, ne - Wednesday, June 29, 2005 8:41 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique,
Although I have not had the pleasure of meeting you, I think of you ofter and keep you in my prayers. I have ask many of my friends in Columbia to do the same. I hope each day is better and your strength will return soon. I know good things are ahead for you.
Am looking forward to meeting you ....
Tussy .... (Ben's sister)
Tussy Crumbo <tehc@yahoo.com>
Columbia, SC USA - Sunday, June 26, 2005 9:55 PM CDT

Dawn, it has been a pleasure to meet you and your mother. I hope you have a safe trip home.I will keep you in my prayers. DeLynda (nurse at ST.Agnes). Keep in touch by e-mail if you want too.
DeLynda Yost <nursingangelrn@comcast.net>
Baltimore, MD USA - Friday, June 24, 2005 6:02 PM CDT

Dear Dawny,

I love you very much and look forward to spending the rest of our lives together.

Hubby
Chris Elkin <elkinfamily@comcast.net>
CA - Tuesday, June 21, 2005 11:30 PM CDT

Dear DM, Thinking of you every day! You have always been a strong, brave woman. Not to mention creative, kind, thoughtful, patient, caring etc, etc. It is good to hear that things were caught early and that the prognosis is positive! Love, Sarita
Sarita Escobar <saritae@littleschool.org>
San Francisco, CA - Monday, June 20, 2005 8:51 PM CDT

Thank you for keeping us all posted. I'm so relieved Dawn's surgery went well and things are looking way up! All my love and good thoughts are going your way. My pregnancy is going well and I look forward to "the doctor that saved Dawn's life" last time to delivering my baby!!!XXOO Sue B.

Sue B. <glensue9@aol.com>
- Monday, June 20, 2005 2:35 PM CDT

Dawn Monique...and the rest of the Elkin family...The Baker family sends all it's love. We know you have too much strength of character to let this throw a monkey wrench in your works! We are channeling all our healing mojo your way. Love you...Ellen
Ellen <ameanmommy@hotmail.com>
San Francisco, - Monday, June 20, 2005 2:23 PM CDT

Dear Dawn Monique - We're so very sorry you have to go through all this, but as many other of your friends have said, we know you are strong and have a great positive attitude and will recover quickly. From the updates, it sounds as though your surgery went very well, and now its on to a great recovery! We certainly will be thinking of you and keeping you in our (positive) thoughts. From all accounts, it sounds as though you are in very good hands and well taken care of. We're looking forward to having Dakota and Shelly arrive on Tuesday night and having a great visit with them. I think Dakota is looking forward to playing X-Box (or whatever it is :~)) with Uncle Todd. Our best and most positive wishes are with you. Love Ginny and Bruce
Virginia & Bruce Lancaster <blancaster01@earthlink.net>
St. Louis, MO USA - Sunday, June 19, 2005 2:55 PM CDT

We are all so happy for you Dawn and Chris our prayers are being answered one at the time guys .Also I would personally Like to Thank all your Friends from California for taking such good care of you and your kids of course not forgeting Norma and Ben Thank you both from the bottom of my heart you know Dawn is so very special to me and its wonderful that she has all of you to help and support her I so wish I would be able to do more but she a great pep squad !!
Monica Volpe Dawn's Aunt from RI <msdelv@aol.com>
Cranston, RI usa - Saturday, June 18, 2005 0:31 AM CDT

HI DAWN....SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT ALL WENT WELL...OUR PRAYERS SO FAR HAVE BEEN ANSWERED, THANK GOD....WE ALL LOVE YOU VERY MUCH AND WISH YOU A SPEEDY RECOVERY....WILL BE IN TOUCH TO HEAR MORE GOOD NEWS AS TIME GOES ON...OUR LOVE TO CHRIS ALSO....AUNTIE DOLORES......XOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
DOLORES DAREZZO <dolores@chateau.necoxmail.com>
CRANSTON, RI USA - Friday, June 17, 2005 1:12 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique,Christopher, and family, so glad to hear your surgery went well. We're sending tons of love and good thoughts. Love, Zoe and Michael Peetoom Harrington
Zoe Peetoom Harrington <zph@att.net>
Menlo Park, ca usa - Friday, June 17, 2005 9:59 AM CDT

DM, SOUNDS LIKE YOUR SURGERY WENT VERY WELL, AND YOU GOT A GOOD REPORT.....IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!! HOPE YOUR RECOVERY GOES WELL ALSO. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS TONIGHT.
SHAR ANSON
BELLYBUTTONS
SHAR ANSON <sharlene_vol@yahoo.com>
NORFOLK, NE - Thursday, June 16, 2005 9:59 PM CDT

Hi DM and Family, We are so very glad to hear the surgery went well. Our thoughts continue to be with you during your recovery. We hope it is a short one! And thanks so much for getting this website together. It makes it so much easier to find out how things went. Take care!
Jan , Susan and Jamie
- Thursday, June 16, 2005 8:53 PM CDT

Dawny, you are in my heart and thoughts all the time but especially now. Jeff arrived last thursday and our life together has officially started. We look forward to vacationing with you and Christopher when all this is over.The web site is a brilliant idea, thank you for doing it. I love you sweet girl, Rabbit
Rabbit <lilliwhyte@aol.com>
Brooklyn, ny - Wednesday, June 15, 2005 11:27 AM CDT

Hi Dawn-Monique
Tim, Eva, Molly and I are all sending you healing thoughts, as are the rest of your good ol' Little School gang.
With love,
Lisa
Lisa Treadway <lisat@littleschool.org>
San Francisco, CA USA - Tuesday, June 14, 2005 12:30 AM CDT

DM,WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. I WILL PRAY THAT YOUR SURGERY GOES WELL AND THAT GOD WILL GUIDE YOUR SURGEONS HANDS IN A SUCCESSFUL SURGERY, AND FOR A FAST RECOVERY.
SHAR FROM BELLYBUTTONS
SHAR ANSON <sharlene_vol@yahoo.com>
NORFOLK, NE - Tuesday, June 14, 2005 4:54 AM CDT

Dawn-Monique, You are in my prayers. I am thinking about you everyday and hoping for the best. Just think of all of the people that love and care about you and it will give you strength. You are very special.

Kim Roesslein <rroesslein@aol.com>
San Ramon, CA USA - Monday, June 13, 2005 10:31 PM CDT

DM...just wanted you to know that your friends on the PMP support group are checking up on you. I will be checking back for the update. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aimee and Jim Disney <Jaimee1010@aol.com>
Aldan, PA USA - Monday, June 13, 2005 9:39 PM CDT

Okay, DM...I've told everyone that you have a positive attitude, so they should, too! As Dakota finishes 3rd grade this week, just know that he'll be having fun and will have a good vacation in St. Louis, too. And if anything hurts, just remember to do math problems. :O You have lots of love and support from all of your family and friends, near and far, and I know you'll get through this and see Dakota and your other two kiddos graduate from high school and go to college. We'll be talking to you next week.
Love,
Shelly

Shelly <gemsster@cs.com>
Oakland, Ca. USA - Monday, June 13, 2005 8:33 PM CDT

DEAR DAWN, JOHN, I , AND THE KIDS WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW MUCH YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED, LIVING SO FAR AWAY . YOU ARE ALWAYS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. YOU WILL BET THIS, BECAUSE YOU HAVE 3 BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN AND A LOVING HUSBAND BY YOUR SIDE. NOT TO MENTION ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY.GET WELL SOON, LOVE ALL OF US.
JOHN AND ROBIN DELBONIS <RDELB79724@AOL.COM>
FOSTER , RI USA - Monday, June 13, 2005 4:27 PM CDT

Dear Dawn-Monique,
You have the heart, soul, strength and love of many. You will beat this. We are all pulling for you. You are in our hearts, minds, and prayers. We'll be sure to get in some park and swim days with the kids.
Love, Kathy, Eddie and Keiana
Kathy Sieu <sieu@sbcglobal.net>
San Ramon, CA USA - Monday, June 13, 2005 9:06 AM CDT

Hi there Dawn Monique,
Tommarow is your surgery and our prayers are with you all day!! I will say one tonight. Be the strong woman that you are! I hope to see you soon. I will be coming for a visit Aug 6th and 7th - I would love to see you Chris and the kids. All our love.
Cheryl George, Jacquelyne & Miss Eva
Cheryl Ghindia <cghindia@cox.net>
Irvine, CA - Sunday, June 12, 2005 11:54 PM CDT

DM, you are such and amazingly strong and competent person. I know you are going to beat this. As I said, it's my personal mission to make sure the kids have a fun summer! They'll have lots of people who love them looking out for them. We'll be here to get back in the routine with you when this is all over. Love, Karen, Andrew, Adam, and Rebecca
Karen Sutton <karenjsutton@sbcglobal.net>
San Ramon, CA - Sunday, June 12, 2005 5:15 PM CDT

Hello Dawn,
I wanted to wish you best of luck on the day of your surgery and a very speedy recovery. Hey, if all goes well you can come to Aruba with Chris! =O) So we will have two wonderful things to celebrate. My mom is really hoping everything will be okay so come November (Aruba time) we could all be together looking back at this whole thing as the past and nothing more. Enjoying the present and the good things to come in the future. Either way as long as you get better and healthy again that is all that really matters. I know in my heart you will be okay, you are a very strong person. And you are too wonderful a person for you not to end up okay. =O) And besides you have Grandma looking over you, and I know there is no better person I would want looking over me from up above than her. =O) Good luck to you! You are in my thoughts and my prayers. Love, Clarisse xoxo
Clarisse Volpe <Clarissecat@cox.net>
Johnston, R.I. U.S.A - Sunday, June 12, 2005 1:56 PM CDT

THIS IS ROBERT BOWDEN AGAIN. I WAS THE FIRST TO POST HERE. IF YOU GO BACK, IT WAS A GOOD MESSAGE. PROBLEM IS, I DO KNOW HOW TO SPELL HEAR. HERE IS THE SAME WORD. SORRY, I HAVE NO CHILDREN CRAWLING ON ME FOR AN EXCUSE. JUST USUALLY IN A HURRY.

YOUR SURGERY IS COMING UP SOON AND I SUPPOSE THE "COLD FEET" HAVE ALREADY SET IN. BE BRAVE, YOU ARE DOING THE RIGHT THING. THIS IS JUST ONE OF THOSE THINGS YOU HAVE TO GO FOR AND GET IT BEHIND YOU.

PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT NANCY OR WHOEVER IS AVAILABLE KEEPS YOUR POST UP DAILY OR MORE OFTEN AS SITUATIONS ARISE. AS I SAID BEFORE, WE ARE HERE(CORRECT SPELLING) TO HELP AND I KNOW THERE WILL BE QUESTIONS. TELL THEM NOT TO BE AFRAID TO LET US KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON, AS WE CAN HELP THEM KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT OR HOW LONG A SYMPTOM MAY LAST.

STILL IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.
ROB BOWDEN <r.bowden@sbcglobal.net>
HOUSTON, TX USA - Saturday, June 11, 2005 8:18 PM CDT

Ok chubby,(my personal nickname for Dawn)just follow Dr.Chris he's the man,I also have the Big Guy upstairs pulling for ya. Stay focused and you are in our prayers, also I think Dad had a good idea to come to R.I to rest up. We love you always.
Uncle Richard <LEDSLD1@AOL.COM>
Cranston, RI USA - Saturday, June 11, 2005 9:43 AM CDT

Hello Dawn-Monique,
My name is Kim and I'm one of the PMPBellyButton members. Reading this journal entry is like reading about myself! My first surgery and dx was Feb. 01 and then I had the second surgery in DC with Dr Sugarbaker Sept 01. I was in DC during 9-11 which made an already difficult time that much worse. It's hard to believe that I'm just over a year shy of being five years cancer-free!! Before you know it you'll be saying the same thing--I'm praying for that and sending you all my warmest thoughts. If you have questions, need advice or just someone to listen, please email.
Kim
Kim Sprague <ksprague2000@yahoo.com>
Belleville, mi usa - Friday, June 10, 2005 11:27 PM CDT

My dear sweet Dawn Monique ,I don't want to believe this is happening to you of all people after all you endured in your young life and all that you accomplished too if I could I would take all your pain away!Sweetie,You Will Make It Through This,remember,Grandma is there beside you always and you are never out of my thoughts as in all those years passed I'm here for you All your friends know what I've known for many a years you a special,sweet,smart,kind, remarkable woman All my love and prayers Be strong
Aunt Monica <msdelv@aol.com>
cranston, ri usa - Friday, June 10, 2005 9:08 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique - I knew you were an exceptional individual the moment I met you at Boone Acres park over one year ago. And I am confident your strong character, sheer determination and love of life will see you through this. You WILL have many happy, healthy days with your dear family in the years ahead! Bob and I wish you complete success! Keep the faith!
Lori Kinsey <kinzcrew@juno.com>
San Ramon, CA USA - Friday, June 10, 2005 9:06 PM CDT

Dear Dawn-Monique,
You are in my thoughts. Your positive attitude, great intelligence and perseverence will surely help as you go through this process. Much love to you and your family!

jetta
Jetta Jacobson <jettaj@littleschool.org>
San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, June 10, 2005 3:12 PM CDT

Hew sweetie,
Cassie said it all. We will be sending you healing all the way to Baltimore. I hope it all goes easy on you.
Much love,
Leslie

Leslie <leslier@littleschool.org>
San Francisco, CA - Friday, June 10, 2005 2:37 PM CDT

Dearest Dawn-Monique--
I want you to know I am holding you in my heart and know you will weather this nightmare. I see your strength of mind and love to be the keys you hold. You have always been a wonder to me, from the first time I met you! Please take care and know you are in my prayers. I'm glad you're looking forward to those days in bed--you deserve them! With Love, Cassie
Cassie Britton <cassiebritt@hotmail.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, June 10, 2005 2:27 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique
You all have our prayers during this crazy time. We think about you often and miss you guys. How wonderful for you to have such great people taking care of you all. Our love to you!!
Suzanne Knutson <knutsons@netzero.net>
Fresno, CA - Thursday, June 9, 2005 11:16 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique, My name is Jennifer and I found your page from the PMP bellybuttons group. I live very close to St. Agnes and would do anything to help you or your family that I could. My email is Misfittiki@comcast.net. Good luck with your surgery. You are in good hands. I will be praying for your full, speedy recovery.

Jennifer Jones <misfittiki@comcast.net>
Balitmore, MD - Thursday, June 9, 2005 10:52 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique,
All the very best and prayers going out to you as you embark on this journey. I've been there and know what you are going through. You'll do great!
Hugs,
Brenda Williams
Brenda Williams (PMPBBC) <bmw777@entouch.net>
Houston, TX USA - Thursday, June 9, 2005 10:47 PM CDT

Hey Dawn-Monique: I don't want to say I know what you are going through, bc I don't! I just want you to know how I sincerely admire your strength and high spirits! You are truly an amazing woman. It's great that you are keeping your hope up and that you are reaching out for your friends support; not everybody does that when they need it. Anyway, I wish you the very best of luck and want, once again, to tell you that whatever you, Chris, or the rest of your family needs I am here to help; so, keep me on your list, please. Have a great recovery, rest, enjoy yourself as well!!! And we'll see you soon.
Patricia Jorgensen
Patricia Jorgensen <pat_eli2@yahoo.com>
San Ramon, ca Contra Costa - Thursday, June 9, 2005 9:03 PM CDT

We are praying for the best results, and looking forward to seeing you make a full recovery.You are very strong and we would expect nothing less from you. Good Luck on the day of the surgery, and god bless. We love you and will see you soon.Love You lots Joey and Angela
angela delbonis <delbonis8898@cox.net>
- Thursday, June 9, 2005 8:35 PM CDT

Dawn-Monique...this is Aimee from the PMP bellybuttons group. Just wanted you to know that I checked out your page...you did a great job! Just wanted to wish you luck and let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Aimee Disney <Jaimee1010@aol.com; briannaashleysmom@yahoo.com>
Aldan, PA USA - Tuesday, May 24, 2005 11:17 AM CDT

HI, THIS IS ROBERT BOWDEN FROM PMP BELLYBUTTONS. IT IS A PLEASURE TO BE THE FIRST TO POST. I POSTED FIRST ON BOB PETERSONS SITE. YOU WILL PROBABLY REMEMBER ME BY RESPONDING TO YOUR CONCERN ABOUT SPELLING. I CAN SPELL IT BY LOOKING UP THE WORD. I HAVE A PROBLEM SAYING IT. I AND MANY OTHER PEOPLE YOU DO NOT KNOW WILL BE FOLLOWING YOUR JOURNEY. WE ARE HERE TO HELP AND GIVE ENCOURAGEMENT, SYMPATHY, JOY, AND CELEBRATION FOR THE APPROPRIATE TIME. MOSTLY, WE ARE HERE TO HELP WHEN ISSUES COME UP THAT YOU NEED ADDITIONAL INFO. OR ADVISE. REMEMBER, SOMEONE IN THE PMP GROUP HAS PROBABLY ALREADY "BEEN THERE, DONE THAT" AND IS WILLING TO SHARE WITH YOU.

BEST OF LUCK AND SPEEDY RECOVERY. MID JUNE WILL BE COMING UP SOON. THE FIRST SYMTOM WILL BE "COLD FEET". AS I SAID, "BEEN THERE, DONE THAT"

YOU MAY EVEN HERE SOMEONE MENTION THE ROLLER COASTER RIDE. GET READY.

WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS,

ROB AND BECKY BOWDEN
ROBERT BOWDEN <r.bowden@sbcglobal.net>
HOUSTON, TX USA - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 7:59 PM CDT

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