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Thanks for visiting our guestbook!(This is an open guestbook. Please feel free to add an entry to the guestbook for others to read.)IF YOU DON'T SEE YOUR ENTRY AFTER ADDING -- PLEASE CLICK ON RELOAD/REFRESH Click here to sign the guestbook. Click here to go back to the main page. Dear Angie Bear,I know we don't see each other much anymore but you are still my family, I hear lots about everyone. So sorry to hear about Tj. I don't know him well but he must really be something very special to win the heart of that sweet, beautiful little girl that walked down the isle for me as my flower girl 22 years ago.Our hearts and prayers go out to you,Tj,little Tommy, and Tj's family.Tell Tj "Beezy" said find your "strength within" bless you all, Aunt beezy and family. jenny tenny elkland, pa united states - Friday, July 3, 2009 7:08 PM CDT I am praying for you. julie burnside <burnsidej@waterloo.k12.ia.us> waterloo, Ia united states - Friday, July 3, 2009 4:17 AM CDT Matt, Cherish, and Emmett Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers each day. With God by your side all things are possible..God Bless you. pam niehaus <pkn@iowatelecom.net> pkn@iowaatelecom.net, ia grundy - Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:21 PM CDT Matt, Cherish, and Emmett Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers each day. With God by your side all things are possible..God Bless you. pam niehaus <pkn@iowatelecom.net> pkn@iowaatelecom.net, ia grundy - Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:21 PM CDT Matt, Cherish, and Emmett Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers each day. With God by your side all things are possible..God Bless you. pam niehaus <pkn@iowatelecom.net> pkn@iowaatelecom.net, ia grundy - Wednesday, July 1, 2009 1:18 PM CDT My entry is for Ian Conner Miller. Edwynne Story <edwynne@centurytel.net> Marvell, AR USA - Tuesday, June 30, 2009 6:33 PM CDT what a great way to keep apdated to family and friends. jason otto <koda_2000@yahoo.com> round rock, tx williamson - Tuesday, June 30, 2009 5:52 PM CDT Hi Nancy, I have been praying for you and here is a prayer for you.Merciful and healing Lord, for some reason which I do not understand the usual pattern of my daily life has been disrupted. You are asking me to give up the familiar and comfortable routineof my work and to struggle for a while with this unfamiliar and uncomfortable pain. Lord, sit beside me now and help me to learn the purpose which this illness is to accomplish. Help me to see how much and how often I have relied on my own strength, my own ability. Forgive my pride that will not let me depend on you. In my illness, help me to see that I am truly wellwhen I remember that I belong to you. If it be Your will, restore me soon to health and a life of active service. Fill me with the life of the Spirit, that in Christ I may blessed and be blessing to others. Hear my prayer in Jesus' name. Amen I'm keeping you in my prayers everyday. Barb Mason <buttonbar43@yahoo.com> Henderson, Nv. usa - Saturday, June 27, 2009 9:36 PM CDT i loved trey martens trey martens baltimore, oh united states - Saturday, June 27, 2009 5:42 PM CDT Just taking a look. dexter grisby <analphaman@live.com> arlington, tx - Friday, June 26, 2009 0:00 AM CDT I was given this information by Paulette Kilpatrick's husband Richard Kilpatrick.He wanted me to get to know the history behind his wife's accident. Nancy Bryant <eli_grandmother@yahoo.com> Lakeland, TN Shelby - Wednesday, June 24, 2009 8:32 PM CDT To Jimmy & Laura Chesnut: You both are in our prayers at North Morton Bapt Church and also at home and everywhere & we can speak to our loving GOD! We Love You! Anthony/Billie McLemore God Be with You Both! Billie McLemore <asmbjm@yahoo.com> Brandon, MS USA - Thursday, May 14, 2009 10:37 AM CDT to whom it may concern, I just wanted to get a message to mary & her parents that I'm praying for that the Dr. will be able to help her get well or at least better. your love in chrst cindy cindy humber alabaster, ala shelby - Monday, April 27, 2009 9:40 AM CDT Larry Youngs Real guite around without you across the raod, We got 2 inces of snow Saturday night. and it was -38 wind chill on Sunday morning, hang in there Friend,I continue to Pray for your recovery, All so Pam, Jeff, Steve and the rest of the Familly, You dad is a great Guy Orvis orvis Jibben <odjibben@ embarqmail.com> alexandria, Mn Douglas - Monday, January 5, 2009 12:55 AM CST Hi Sylvia and Micheal, Congrat's on your family blessings! I am very happy to hear of Jakob's continued success and your new baby... That is wonderful news! Susanna and Sam Susanna <susanna.galvez@rcc.edu> San Bernardino, CA US - Wednesday, March 7, 2007 0:25 AM CST Hi Sylvia and Micheal, Congratulations on the Great news! Your Family is very blessed. I hope to see your little ones sometime. Susanna & Samantha <susanna.galvez@rcc.edu> San Bernardino, CA US - Tuesday, March 6, 2007 4:19 PM CST Hello Sylvia and Jakob, I haven't heard from you in awhile. How are you guys doing? You haven't updated in a long time. I haven't even heard about the new addition to your family. We would love to hear from you. Karina and I just got back from Memphis and her scans were all clear!! Woo Hoo! Please get in touch with me. Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Friday, January 19, 2007 8:32 PM CST Hi Jakob, I'm just stopping by to say hi and to say I'm praying for you! Have a good week, and God bless you! Ellie www.elliedelphia.blogspot.com - Tuesday, July 11, 2006 1:36 PM CDT Just heard about Jacob's success with his food therapy program. We ae so very proud of him. Congratulations on the new family member. We can't wait to see some pictures. All our love, Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Friday, June 30, 2006 6:17 PM CDT Just thinking about you all. We are thinking about Legoland again this summer sometime. We will let you know. We return in July for a week check-up. Lots of LOVE! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbirdge.org/tx/drakedahn/>> Cedar Park , TX - Sunday, May 21, 2006 10:57 AM CDT  Tom, Vanessa, Gabby, & Alex (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <thomasmolnar@bellsouth.net> NC USA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 6:00 PM CDT Dear Jakob, Wishing you, mommy and daddy a very Happy Easter Have lots of fun. Hugs and kisses Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew & Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Sunday, April 16, 2006 0:20 AM CDT Congratulations on the scans - way to go Jakob. And also on the baby! I am sure you are excited. Sure is nice to keep up with someone doing so well. Take care. Angela Pratt (former 2nd floor nurse-weekends) <angela.pratt@stjude.org> memphis, TN - Sunday, March 12, 2006 10:17 PM CST CONGRATULATIONS! ( on scans and the baby!) We miss you! Melissa & Elliot <Melissa_Lacefield@yahoo.com> Perry, GA US - Sunday, March 5, 2006 12:59 AM CST Dear Jacob, Mom and Dad, Thinking about all of you and hoping everyone is well. All our love. We miss you. Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew & Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA Los Angeles - Monday, February 20, 2006 7:18 PM CST hey you guys finally got a chance to come to my daughters and get on the computer to visit your site jakob is so handsome i cant believe how big he is you all look great and kathy sends her love to all hope to see you all soon and love from all of us goes to you guys god bless you all mistyharrington <hottifran1@yahoo.com> klamathfalls, or usa - Friday, January 13, 2006 11:48 AM CST I am glad to hear the awesome news!! I don't know if you remember us but we met and talked a few times at St.Jude. My son was little Bret who passed away March 28,2005. I still check on everyone because even though he is gone I feel very connected to Memphis. Jakob looks great in all his pictures. Take Care Kelli Brady <kbrady@directfreight.com www.caringbridge.org/mo/bretbrady> Chillicothe, MO - Tuesday, January 10, 2006 10:20 AM CST Love the pictures! Wish we could play in the snow! We go back to St. Jude on Jan 16th. Have a Happy new year! Kaite, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Monday, January 9, 2006 10:48 AM CST What cool pictures of Jakob, Mom and Dad in the snow! Praise God for your continued good health. You are all in my continued prayers. Eileene Payne Riverside, CA - Thursday, January 5, 2006 11:58 PM CST  Hope you have a GREAT Thanksgiving and glad to hear that things with Jakob are progressing. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.... Tom, Vanessa, Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <thomasmolnar@bellsouth.net> NC USA - Wednesday, November 23, 2005 7:04 PM CST HAVE A GREAT THANKSGIVING. I MISS YOU GUYS AND HOPE YOU ARE DOING FINE. TAKE CARE AND KNOW YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS. XOXOXO GIVE JAKOB A BIG HUG FROM ME. CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Wednesday, November 23, 2005 1:03 PM CST  Hope you all have a wonderful day, don’t eat too much candy, and be safe. Continuing to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers!!!!!!!!!  Congrats on the GREAT news, so glad to hear ALL CLEAR!!!! Tom, Vanessa, Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <thomasmolnar@bellsouth.net> NC USA - Sunday, October 30, 2005 7:05 AM CST Thanks for the update! I got chills reading the journal, I know what you mean. My Aunt and Uncle were there at the same time, running in the St. Jude race. Glad you are home! Let's talk soon! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Friday, October 28, 2005 12:43 AM CDT Just wondering when you return. Keep us posted. Kaite, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Monday, October 10, 2005 3:12 PM CDT What a wonderful report! :-) Barbara and I have such a soft spot for Jakob; what a trooper! May God's blessings continue to shower down on your whole family! Dan Robertson Riverside, CA USA - Friday, September 9, 2005 10:12 AM CDT Thanks for the darling new pictures. We miss you and think about you all the time. The boys love looking at their cousin Jakob's new pictures. Bobby said, "he is a big boy now" . Hugs and kisses Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> saugus, CA - Monday, August 1, 2005 8:14 PM CDT Praise God for another clean bill of health! Keep us posted as to Jakob's progress on his feeding program. You are all in my prayers. I can't wait to see you back in school in Sept. I pray that God would be the stength of your life each day. Love in Christ, Eileene Eileene Payne <vepayne@Linkline.com> Riverside, CA - Saturday, July 23, 2005 9:10 AM CDT So glad to hear that you had another great check-up. Jakob looks so good - love all of the new photos! Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> Orlando, - Sunday, July 17, 2005 8:14 PM CDT Wow - Jakob looks sensational. I know it is hard to come back to the hospital with all the changes (patients). But it is so good to know someone out there is a survivor. Maybe a year and some months, but this is a major milestone in my book. Just wanted to say hello and thanks for the new pics on the site. Angela Pratt (former 2nd floor nurse-weekends) <angela.pratt@stjude.org> memphis, TN - Friday, July 15, 2005 10:14 PM CDT Sylvia and Jakob - Congrats on another good checkup! Anna and I return July 24 just for growth hormone testing. They have moved her scans to every six months! Jakob you sure do look awesome, sweetie! Sylvia, I understand everything you are saying. Anna loves to go back to St. Jude and does remember every little thing. I hope the eating will start to get better for the little guy. God Bless all of you. Jennifer and Anna Clint <jenniferclint@woh.rr.com> Springboro, OH USA - Wednesday, July 13, 2005 7:18 PM CDT What beautiful pictures - thank you We love you Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> saugas, CA - Saturday, July 9, 2005 8:41 AM CDT  Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <thomasmolnar@bellsouth.net> NC USA - Saturday, July 2, 2005 9:09 PM CDT  Glad to see that you finally wrote in Alex's guestbook;o) Hope that things go better with Jakob with his new eating treatment. I'm sure that things will get better with not being at the hospital but for right now it's really hard. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care!!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <thomasmolnar@bellsouth.net> NC USA - Sunday, June 26, 2005 4:53 PM CDT Dear Jakob, Hugs and kisses to you and your family. We miss and love you Always, Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA Los Angeles - Monday, May 30, 2005 5:27 PM CDT When do you return for a check-up? We will go July 11th. Glad all is well. Kaite, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> Cedar Park, TX - Tuesday, May 17, 2005 10:03 AM CDT HELLO AND I HOPE YOU HAD A BLESSED MOTHERS DAY. I MISS YOU GUYS A LOT. IM GLAD TO HEAR JACOK IS DOING WELL. GIVE J A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM ME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Monday, May 9, 2005 8:32 AM CDT  Just a friendly hello sent your way to let you know we care about you each and everyday!!! Gabby's site(www.geocities.com/vanessamolnar) Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Thursday, April 21, 2005 4:53 PM CDT GLAD EVERYONE IS DOING GREAT. I CANT WAIT TO SEE THE PICTURES, I KNOW THEY ARE GOING TO BE GREAT LOOKING. I MISS YOU GUYS A LOT. I WAS HAPPY TO SEE YOU BOTH WHEN YOU WERE HERE. JAKOB LOOKS SO GOOD. ENJOY YOURSELVES WHILE YOU ARE AT HOME. TELL DAD HELLO AND GIVE J A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM ME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND HAVE A NICE DAY..... CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Friday, April 8, 2005 9:45 AM CDT We are so proud of Jakob and all the progress that he continues to make. Can't wait to see the new pictures that you had done!!!! Please post them soon. All our love Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Cousins Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Wednesday, April 6, 2005 9:47 PM CDT  Gabby's site(www.geosites.com/vanessamolnar) Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 12:58 AM CST Awesome news! Love to follow Jakob's progress! God Bless you all! Kerin Hentz caringbridge.com/ky/louie <kerin.hentz@fmr.com> - Saturday, March 19, 2005 8:41 PM CST Hooray! So glad to hear that everything went well. We miss you guys terribly! You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Sylvia, please get in touch with me. I have tried to call your "old" cell phone number but it says it has been changed. I would love to talk to you! Big hugs and kisses. Marci, Karina, and Jasmine <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Friday, March 18, 2005 10:05 PM CST Hope you made it home safe and sound!!!!!! It was sooo nice to get to actually sit down and talk with you. Gabby cried all the home. "Mommy I'm gonna miss hur, I'm not gonna see hur no more"!! So cute. Thank you for taking the time to talk to us. Take care and hope we can talk soon!!!!!! Gabbys website(www.geocities.com/vanessamolnar) Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Friday, March 18, 2005 10:22 AM CST Awesome news! So happy and thankful that Jakob is doing so well! Praise God! Love, Cindy Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net> - Friday, March 18, 2005 6:31 AM CST Go Jakob! You are our superhero. xxo The Wargos <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Wednesday, March 16, 2005 9:51 PM CST Hurray for Jakob!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing the GREAT news. We love you Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Cousins Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Wednesday, March 16, 2005 6:52 PM CST A GAELIC BLESSING May the roads rise to meet you. May the wind be at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; The rain fall soft upon your fields And, until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand. HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!!!!!!!!! Gabby's website (www.geocities.com/vanessamolnar) Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Wednesday, March 16, 2005 3:36 PM CST Yeah! We will be there July 11-13, willyou be there then? I hope our schedules work out! Have a great trip home. Kaite, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Wednesday, March 16, 2005 3:14 PM CST Praying for GOOD results!!!!!!! Gabby's website (www.geocities.com/vanessamolnar) Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Wednesday, March 16, 2005 1:18 PM CST Thinking and praying for you all, hope everything is going well with Jakob!!!!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Wednesday, March 9, 2005 5:42 PM CST HI SYLVIA I AM MISSING YOU GUYS. I AM GLAD JAKOB IS GOING TO SCHOOLEVENTUALLY YOU WILL BE ABLE TO LEAVE HIM. HE WILL GET USED TO EVERYBODY. I AM HAPPY HE IS DOING GOOD. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL WHEN YOU RETURN TO ST JUDE. GOD BLESS YOU AND HAVE A GREAT DAY..... CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Tuesday, March 1, 2005 10:55 AM CST I remeber as you wrote, they told us that at first it si a lot easier for them to concentrate at one rehab. at a time. Their body usually gets the gross first, etc. Thanks for the update! Marking the calander for March! Kaite, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Monday, February 28, 2005 10:33 AM CST Jakob and Family, We will be in Memphis from March 13th to the 16th. We hope to meet you at the Grizzlies House or at St. Jude; we will be in Clinic D. Jill will be there for her six month post treatment check up. Where has the time gone? Clean scans are all we need to rest easier again. God Bless your entire family. Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net> Columbia, MO - Saturday, February 26, 2005 10:00 AM CST HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY TOO ALL!!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Monday, February 14, 2005 8:23 AM CST I am sooo glad to hear that Jakob is doing much better. I tell you I was terrified about the whole shunt thing, since Alex has one, but to hear how well Jakob is doing makes things in my mind so much better. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, and continue praying for a full and healthy recovery!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Sunday, February 13, 2005 11:44 AM CST ... and almost 2 years ago since I met you guys! God sure did know what he was doing when that pretty girl said to me, "so how long are you here for...." in the RMH kitchen. Love you bunches!! We're still here at SJ. Thanks for the prayers for us. I'm SOOO thankful your Jake is doing well. Much love! Drew, Chris, Christal and Kylie <crazydero@yahoo.com or http://christalinfo.servemp3.com> Lakeland, FL - Thursday, February 10, 2005 5:52 PM CST I follow some of the same websites that you do. I totally agree it's hard to NOT think about these dear children and their parents. Jill also suffers from separation anxiety but slowly it's getting better. Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net> Columbia, MO - Thursday, February 10, 2005 5:19 PM CST MOM I AM SO GLAD JAKOB IS DOING GREAT. HE WILL START LIKING SCHOOL JUST GIVE HIM SOME TIME.I MISS YOU ALL AND YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. TELL DAD I SAID HI AND I HOPE HE IS DOING GREAT TOO... YOU ARE GREAT MOM AND TAKES SUCH GOOD CARE OF YOUR SON. HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL SOOON. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND HAVE A LOVELY DAY..... CRYSTAL <C RYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.COM> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Thursday, February 10, 2005 1:17 PM CST Hi Jakob! Its my 1st visit here! Great to hear that you're doing well! :) Hope you'll start enjoying sch more.  ~Joanne’s Corner~ Joanne <joanne_173@hotmail.com> - Thursday, February 10, 2005 7:43 AM CST Glad to hear things are well. Yeah we know what you go through with the "poop" thing. We are praying for you and family. Ray,Jenny,Noah caringbridge/noah,nm <raygallegos@hotmail.com> abq, nm usa - Friday, February 4, 2005 10:14 PM CST So glad to hear that things are much better with Jakob, I was really scared for awhile. I am extremely glad that you are all home together now, and I hope that the poop thing clears up. Alex was having that problem last week. We are continuing to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Wednesday, February 2, 2005 5:03 PM CST I AM SO HAPPY TO HEAR YOU ALL ARE AT HOME. I KNOW JAKOB IS HAPPY AND HE GETS TO PLAY WITH ALL HIS TOYS. GOD IS GOOD AND HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. HE IS GOING TO LOVE SCHOOL. I HAVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT YOU ALL AND I AM SO HAPPY YOU ALL ARE DOING GOOD. TELL DAD HI AND GIVE JAKOB A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM MRS. CRYSTAL. I MISS YOU GUYS AND HAVE A GREAT WEEK. GOD BLESS YOU ALL...... CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Monday, January 31, 2005 10:54 AM CST Hi guys, I am so happy to hear that you are home, and that Jakob is continuing to do so well! I am very thankful for the joy you share with all of us. Sending you strength to endure your challenging schedule. Love and blessings, Elizabeth Elizabeth Sterling <sciencet@ptd.net> Millmont,, PA 17845 - Friday, January 28, 2005 7:21 PM CST I am so glad you guys get to be home. You deserve it. Hopefully you will find that school helps the schedule so you wil have more time to grocery shop and run all sorts of other errands and have time to your self. Jessa <Jessaabc123@yahoo.com> - Friday, January 28, 2005 4:29 PM CST Welcome home Little Sister, and BIG BOY JAKOB!!!!! I bet it felt great even to clean. I am so happy for you guys and can't wait to see you. The Lord has truly blessed us all even though it was hard to fit this piece of the puzzle into your life, you did it with his guidance and your faith and everybody's prayers! Even my teller at the bank had her whole church holding special prayers just for Jakob!!! GOD IS EVERYWHERE........... Helena Halter <piupartymanager@hotmail.com> - Friday, January 28, 2005 0:49 AM CST There's no place like home - yay Jakob! We are elated over your latest great report. Sounds like your schedule is jammed, but all good stuff. You guys are still our heroes. The Wargos <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Thursday, January 27, 2005 10:43 PM CST Hello, it has been awhile since I have seen you all in my neck of the woods at loma linda childrens hospital but that is a good sign. I am excited to hear that he is doing so well with his therapy. I am sure without good family support however that it would have been much more difficult so god bless to you and your family for being there for jakob and helping him get through this. Say hello to the little guy and give him my blessings. Take care. Heather Fenton PICU LLUCH Loma Linda, ca usa - Wednesday, January 26, 2005 12:18 AM CST Hi, I have been following Jakob's adventure for a little while now because I heard about him through my ChemoAngel. I cannot tell you how excited I am that he is able to walk. I hope and pray that he continues on this wonderful path. Jessa DeGroote <Jessaabc123@yahoo.com> Dallas, TX - Sunday, January 23, 2005 7:42 PM CST Hi! I'm Jakob's teacher's daughter, Carly Payne. I was so happy to hear from my mom that Jakob is on the road to recovery! My mom talks about Jakob all the time, and I hope to meet him in person someday. I'm praying for your family! Carly Payne <carlychiquita@gmail.com> Santa Clarita, CA 91321 - Sunday, January 23, 2005 6:26 PM CST So glad to read such encouraging news about Jakob. I'm a friend of Chris and Christal and have been checking on Jakob through a link on their site. With continued prayers for your family and your adorable little boy, Barbara Guilbault Barbara Guilbault <optimist1@shaw.ca> Calgary, Alberta, Canada - Saturday, January 22, 2005 2:59 PM CST Hi guys, So glad to read that Jakob back on the path to healing and happiness. I hope he regains so much energy that they insist that you leave the hospital earlier than planned! Keep focusing on what you want not what you fear. God is your ever-present help when those fears creep in. And Jakob will always be there to remind you that 'He is THAT HERO!' Focus on his love for you and having fun. Blessings, Elizabeth Elizabeth Sterling <sciencet@ptd.net> Millmont, PA USA - Saturday, January 22, 2005 7:32 AM CST Yeah Jakob! That is so wonderful. I learned all about posturing when my mom had a heart attack recently & it is such a scary thing! I am so very happy for you guys. You should post your address on the site so people can send you encouragement & goodies to Jakob! Bless you all Kerin Hentz <kerin.hentz@fmr.com> - Friday, January 21, 2005 1:04 PM CST On our last visit to St. Jude, Dr. Sanford had the WHOLE TEAM go over Drake's scans over the days he was in the hospital. They all conclued that it was a shunt malfuction, due to a clog. So we too just have to pray that it doesn't happen. We are with you! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Friday, January 21, 2005 9:42 AM CST Jakob - you rock little man! So, so happy to hear your great news. Answered prayers for sure. Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> - Thursday, January 20, 2005 9:36 PM CST Jakob, Jesus is truly on your side. He loves you, little tiger, so hang in there!! Dawn <eternalspecs@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 11:19 PM CST Dear Jakob, Like mommy writes, you continue to amaze us. We are so proud of you, your courage, and your strong will. We love you. Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 9:06 PM CST Jakob, keep up the good work. I know it's hard but you can do it! Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org <stjudemom@tranquility.net> Columbia, MO - Sunday, January 16, 2005 8:11 AM CST From the sounds of it blessings are abounding with continued improvements. We all miss you at school. Your friends ask about you every day. I love you and am praying for you night and day. Love, Eileene Eileene Payne <vepayne@linkline.com> Riverside, CA - Saturday, January 15, 2005 10:52 PM CST Jakob With All Our Love and Prayers, Great Aunt Helen & Great Uncle Frank Basta Helen Basta <hb913@aol.com> Henderson, NV U.S.A. - Thursday, January 13, 2005 12:42 AM CST Hooray!!! So glad to hear you are out of ICU! I have been checking in everyday but don't always sign the guestbook. I'm sorry! Bad Marci! I just want you to know that you have been in my prayers, thoughts, and in my heart nonstop! I love you and miss you much! Marci Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Wednesday, January 12, 2005 10:35 PM CST HOORAY JAKOB IS OUT OF ICU. I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU. EVEN THOUGH HE HAS A ROAD AHEAD OF HIM TO GETTING BACK TO WALKING AGAIN THANK GOD HE IS BETTER. HE WILL DO GOOD AND HE WILL BE BACK TO JAKOB.GOD BLESS YOU AND I AM PRAYING FOR YOU ALL EVERYDAY AND I PRAY GOD WILL DO A MIRACLE FOR MY PAL TO GET BETTER. MOM AND DAD YOU ARE SUCH GREAT PARENTS SO HANG IN THERE AND GOD WILL PROVIDE. MISS YOU ALL AND TALK WITH YOU LATER. GIVE JAKOB A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM CRYSTAL... CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Wednesday, January 12, 2005 12:59 AM CST Woo-hoo, out of ICU - now it sounds like you are in IRU: Intensive Rehab Unit! We know Jakob can do it, and we will keep you all in our prayers. Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 9:28 PM CST Hi, We are so glad to hear the great news. Keep up the hard work. It wil be worth every minute. We went through the same thing when Emily was a month old, she had a stroke from a open heart surgery. It took awhile to build her strenght back. Our thoughts and prayers are still coming your way. Love Emily and Kim McEllen Emily and Kim McEllen <pkremcellen@grics.net or www.caringbridge.org/il/emilymcellen> Galesburg, IL USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 8:34 PM CST So glad to hear that Jakob is doing much better. Continuing to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Keep up the good work Jakob!!!!!11 Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 6:24 PM CST Great news! Kerin Hentz <kerin.hentz@fmr.com> - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 3:17 PM CST Go Jake, GO!!! Drake is right back where he was after all he went through. It took him about three months, but he lost no ground in the long run, in fact he is stronger then ever!!! It will happen! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 10:10 AM CST You are in our prayers...an amazingly tough couple of weeks to add to your collection. So very sorry.. Kerin Hentz <kerin.hentz@fmr.com> - Monday, January 10, 2005 10:00 AM CST still praying... Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net> - Monday, January 10, 2005 5:24 AM CST Dear Sylvia, Michael & Jakob, Thanks to your friends, Chris Kirkman & Christal Reynolds, I've been keeping up with little Jakob's progress and keeping our family praying to God for his healing. My son is 3, born in 9/01, and I can't fathom what your family is going through on a daily basis. You have a strength about you, as does Chris, that I am in awe of and have an incredible amount of respect for. These babies are such miracles. Please give your "big guy" a big squeeze and kiss from our family. Stacy, Benny, Rand & Nico Llamazales <stacy@llamascoatings.com> Marietta, GA USA - Sunday, January 9, 2005 10:08 PM CST Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Praying that everything works out with Jakob and he can return home, and run around, and possibly drive you crazy!!!;o) Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Sunday, January 9, 2005 9:48 PM CST Dear Sylvia, Michael and our Hero, Jakob Thank you for the update - our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you - glad to understand why you have not been able to update us sooner. All our love! Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Sunday, January 9, 2005 8:07 PM CST You don't know me, but I saw Jakob's site on another child's page. My heart truly goes out to you and I wanted to tell your family that you will be in my thoughts and prayers each day. I know God will bless Jakob's little body and help him to heal quickly. Becky Godwin <Bgodwin618@yahoo.com> Spanish Fort, AL USA - Saturday, January 8, 2005 12:09 AM CST Hi guys, I've been checking in on you daily. We are holding you so very close in prayer. Hang in there. We love you and miss you all so much. You've got a whole lot of prayers coming from the East Coast! Much Love! Marci Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Friday, January 7, 2005 11:01 PM CST Dear Sylvia and Micheal I just found out about Jakob. I am so happy to hear that things are looking up. Your family is in my prayers and Your strength is absolutely incredible. I love you, hang in there as you are looking for his eyes and waiting for his words, I am sure jakob is looking for mommy and daddy also. Take Care. Susanna and Sam <galvezsl@aol.com> Moreno Valley, CA US - Friday, January 7, 2005 8:21 PM CST Hi, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We pray that Jakob recovers quick. Hang in there. Love and prayers Emily and Kim McEllen Emily and Kim McEllen <pkremcellen@grics.net or www.caringbridge.org/il/emilymcellen> Galesburg, IL USA - Friday, January 7, 2005 12:31 AM CST Hang in there gang! It will be better. Please call if you need anything. We are back from St. Jude with everything fine. We know exactly how you feel. Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Thursday, January 6, 2005 2:05 PM CST Sylvia and Michael, We are praying every day for you and Jakob. We were glad to hear that you finally got some sleep last night. Stay strong and know that MANY people are lifting Jakob up in prayer. God is with you all the time!! Much Love, Susan and Axel Spens <suax@earthlink.net> PEARL CITY, HI - Thursday, January 6, 2005 3:09 AM CST Sylvia and Michael, We are praying every day for you and Jakob. We were glad to hear that you finally got some sleep last night. Stay strong and know that MANY people are lifting Jakob up in prayer. God is with you all the time!! Susan and Axel Spens <suax@earthlink.net> PEARL CITY, HI - Thursday, January 6, 2005 3:07 AM CST Sylvia and Michael, I just want you to know that Tori and I are praying for all of you. We love and miss you! Stay strong. Hugs, carol carol schulz <carolcolby@cfl.rr.com> orlando, fl - Wednesday, January 5, 2005 9:30 AM CST Jakob has been our hero for almost a year now, and I know that his reputation will continue to grow as he once again surpasses all expectations. Saying our prayers for quick healing, and for peace and patience for his mommy and daddy (and the rest of us) as we wait for Jakob to amaze us yet again. Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 11:33 PM CST Sylvia, Michael and Jakob, I am so sorry I haven't checked on you guys sooner. I am praying that God touch Jakob and help him have a speedy recovery. It is a blessing that the neurosurgeon trained here in Memphis with one of the best. That has truly got to be a godsend. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there kiddos!!!! Angela Pratt RN <angela.pratt@stjude.org> Memphis, TN - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 9:30 PM CST Sylvia and Michael, I am so sorry Jakob is having such a rough time. He is such a tough little guy, and it may take time for him to recover. But he will. Keep trusting God to guide you and give you the strength to face this challenge. Treasure Jakob's smiles and "I love you's". I know you do, but focus on that not all the difficult stuff. Surrounding you with God's love. Blessings, Elizabeth Elizabeth Sterling <elizabeth@bennettsbluebutterfly.org> Millmont, PA USA - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 6:04 PM CST SYLVIA I JUST SAW YOU ALL A WEEK AGO OR MAYBE TWO WEEKS. JAKOB LOOKS SO GOOD SORRY TO HEAR YOU ARE IN ICU. I JUST CAME BACK TO WORK FROM MY VACATION AND HEARD OF THE NEWS. I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU ALL. GIVE JAKOB A BIG CRYSTAL KISS AND A GIANT HUG. GOD IS GOOD AND HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. JAKOB IS SUCH ATROOPER HE WILL BE UP AND OUT IN NO TIME. LOVE YOU ALL AND MISS YOU. I HAVE YOU ALL,S PICTURE ON MY BOARD. I AM STILL LOOKING FOR THEM MODELING PICTURES SYLVIA BECAUSE YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL PERSON. SEE YA LTER...... CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG> MEMPHIS, TENN CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 12:35 AM CST I am sorry that you are going through a hard time but remember your son is a fighter and he will show you again and again how strong he is. May the Lord be with you this diffcult time and give you the strength and courage you need. jennifer/noah <jennifer_445@hotmail.com www.caringbridge.com nm/noah> Memphis, TN USA - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 12:21 AM CST Your friends missed you at Sunshine today Jakob.I continue to lift you up in prayer throughout the day, my precious friend. Our class misses you! Eileene Payne <VEPayne@Linkline.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, January 3, 2005 11:21 PM CST OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WE LOVE YOU!! AUNT JULIE, UNCLE JOHNNY, ANDREW AND BOBBY <JULIEAGARCIA@COMCAST.NET> SAUGUS, CA - Monday, January 3, 2005 10:17 PM CST Praying for you guys... Jakob you continue to amaze us all! Love, Cindy Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net> - Monday, January 3, 2005 9:28 PM CST Oh no...I wish I could give you a day of rest! We will keep praying for Jakob & you. We have faith he will amaze you AGAIN & AGAIN & AGAIN. God bless. The Hentz family Kerin Hentz <kerin.hentz@fmr.com> - Monday, January 3, 2005 2:28 PM CST Wonderful, fabulous news!!! :>) Sue Wilson, Lou, KY Sue H. Wilson <dicksuewilson@insightbb.com> Lexington, KY USA - Monday, January 3, 2005 12:17 AM CST Praying for Jakob and for both of you and the rest of your family. Remember, God isn't surprised by anything and will get you through this. Joan Crowson <jcrowson@utmem.edu> Hernando, MS USA - Monday, January 3, 2005 10:10 AM CST I remember you (Syl) saying when Christal had that first "questionable scan" back last April, "We're all just a bad scan away from being back at St. Jude..." well... for you and I that includes SHUNT MALFUNCTION! As I was reading your updates, I was thinking back to last summer and those 3 revisions Christal had before we could start treatment and how COMPLETELY frustrating that is! And how unbelieveable it seems to be (like you said). I am so so so thankful that lil Jakob is doing so well. When he goes to a regular room or you go home, you KNOW how quickly the improvement happens. I'm sure you're ready to do a tap dance on the tables in that place. Many prayers were coming your way! Much love to you and Michael... and of course "The Bouncer"!!! WOO HOO!! God knows what he's doing... livin by faith, girl... not fear. Drew, Chris, Christal and Baby Kylie <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Lakeland , Fl usa - Saturday, January 1, 2005 11:21 PM CST I am so happy to hear the encouraging news. I am praying for your beautiful boy now everyday. God Bless and Happy New Year. Kim Hellmann Kim Hellmann <khellmann1@fuse.net> Lakeside Park, KY USA - Saturday, January 1, 2005 9:40 PM CST Dear Jakob, Sylvia and Mike, We were out of town and read the news all at once about the shunt malfunction. We are so glad that Jakob is improving and that conditions are stable. We pray that Jakob bounces back quickly and gets back to feeling better again. Thank God that you had the right people with you at the right time to get Jakob the right attention at the right time. God definitely heard your prayers and acted quickly. It is amazing how God can intervene and bring calm out of a terrifying event. We will continue to pray confidently for Jakob's speedy return home. Love Susan and Axel Spens <suax@earthlink.net> PEARL CITY, HI 96782 - Saturday, January 1, 2005 6:01 PM CST Hi Jakob, Sylvia and Michael, So happy to read that things are improving. I'm a friend of Chris and Christal and wanted to let you know I am praying for you. May 2005 be a wonderful and healthy year for you and I pray for many more years of health and happiness for you all. God Bless you, Jakob, and your family. Barbara Guilbault <optimist1@shaw.ca> Calgary, AB Canada - Saturday, January 1, 2005 2:56 PM CST So happy that things are continuing to improve. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers. Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Friday, December 31, 2004 11:26 PM CST Sylvia, Michael, and Jakob, Just read about what was going on from Christal's website. Linked to yours right away. Thank goodness things are getting better. Jakob is one of our special children we pray for everyday here in Ohio. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all, always. God Bless. Jennifer and Anna Clint <jeniferclint@aol.com> Springboro, Oh USA - Friday, December 31, 2004 10:05 PM CST Big sigh... I am so relieved to hear that Jakob is on the road to recovery. The power of prayer is so so strong. Never doubt it. I will continue to send you love and prayers for healing and strength to endure this trial. Love and blessings, Elizabeth Elizabeth Sterling <elizabeth@bennettsbluebutterfly.org> Millmont, PA USA - Friday, December 31, 2004 5:55 PM CST Dear sweet Jakob, I am a friend of Chris Kirkman and bounced over from Christal's website - I just wanted to let you know that there are millions of people out there praying for you, your mommy and daddy and all of the other St. Jude families. What a precious pair of brown eyes that have come alive once again. You keep being your mommy's little bouncer backer and we'll keep the prayers, hope and faith alive in 2005. Fight little guy and then rest when needed. May the good Lord watch over you. Amy Johnson <abjohnson62@verizon.net> Elkhart, IN USA - Friday, December 31, 2004 5:04 PM CST Just wanted to let you know that another St. Jude family here in the Show Me State is praying for your son and entire family. Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net> Columbia, MO - Friday, December 31, 2004 11:06 AM CST I am happy to hear that Jakob is doing better and is breathing on his own. :) http://www.diana78.blogspot.com Diana and REgina <businesswoman0@hotmail.com> Laguna Niguel, California USA - Friday, December 31, 2004 9:11 AM CST What wonderful news. I am so happy for you and your little guy. many prayers that he will keep improving. Happy and Healthy 2005. jule Boerger <jaboerger@yahoo.com> Ft. wright , KY - Friday, December 31, 2004 8:31 AM CST We just heard about Jakob last night. We have been praying earnestly and know those prayers are being heard. I was so happy to see a better day today. Jeff, Tina and Stanton www.caringbridge.org/la/stanton <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com> Memphis, Tn - Thursday, December 30, 2004 10:57 PM CST To all who have expressed your thoughts and concerns and most importantly your PRAYERS. Its is overwhelming to read such kind and encouraging words from people from all over the country whom I will never know. God bless all of you and your precious little angles. Thanks Again for you Prayers, they have work. God is good. Julie York (Syl's sister) Julie York <jyorkpmc@sbcglobal.net> Corona, CA - Thursday, December 30, 2004 10:17 PM CST Praise God from whom all blessings flow! I was elated to read that Jakob is now awake. Be encouraged that God is your refuge and strength. "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10 I am lifting you each up in prayer to our God of all comfort and mercy. In His abundant love, Eileene Eileene Payne <vepayne@Linkline.com> Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, December 30, 2004 8:57 PM CST I'm adding my prayers and best wishes for your sweet boy's quick recovery from his shunt problems. Sue H. Wilson <dicksuewilson@insightbb.com> Lou, KY USA - Thursday, December 30, 2004 5:39 PM CST Sylvia, Michael and Jakob--I hopped over from Christal's site to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your baby boy is so beautiful and I am praying for him. Please know there are many people who are doing the same. God Bless you, Dawn Langdon Dawn Langdon <dawnmlangdon@yahoo.com> Phelps, NY - Thursday, December 30, 2004 5:37 PM CST We are so shocked to read the latest updates on the website. We are praying for all three of you constantly. We love you guys very much and cannot wait to read the positive news soon!!! Love, Aaron, Shannon, and Alaina Leber Aaron, Shannon, and Alaina Leber <shleber@yahoo.com> Louisville, Ky - Thursday, December 30, 2004 4:18 PM CST You guys probably don't remember but I called you the night before my son's second tumor resection surgery. You both were very kind and supportive and you helped me get through that night. Please know that family and I will be praying hard the complete recovery of your beautiful son everyday. Mike Hentz <hentz_mike@emc.com> ky - Thursday, December 30, 2004 2:48 PM CST Step in the right direction. You are right about taking him to recover. The neurologist at St. Jude told us that if it takes a "normal" person two days to recover it will take Drake four. So just think it will be twice as long, don't worry it will happen, but you know all about being patient! If you have any questions just call. Thank you for updating! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Thursday, December 30, 2004 2:11 PM CST Michael and Sylvia, I am so sorry to hear about your most recent trials. I check your website regularly just to hear about how good Jakob is doing. I was shocked to read your last update. Keep trusting God. And what you wrote is so true. God loves Jakob and you both so much. In my mind, I am surrounding you with God's love and know that it always surrounds you. Love and blessings, Elizabeth Elizabeth Sterling <elizabeth@bennettsbluebutterfly.org> Millmont, PA USA - Thursday, December 30, 2004 1:48 PM CST Michael and Sylvia, Barbara and I were heartbroken to learn the news of Jakob's current trial. We'll be praying for ALL of you that this too shall pass. In Him, Dan and Barbara Robertson Dan Robertson Riverside, CA - Thursday, December 30, 2004 1:25 PM CST Thanks for the update - we will be praying for continued good reports. Go Jakob! Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> - Wednesday, December 29, 2004 4:44 PM CST Dear Michael & Sylvia: Eileene P. informed me of Jakob's situation and I've put him on an informal prayer chain; I hope you don't mind. Many prayers are being offered up on your behalf. Please let us know how we may further help you. Dawn - Wednesday, December 29, 2004 3:00 PM CST You story sounds exactly like us in Sept. Drake has recovered and is doing better then ever. His EEG last week showed normal activity, the first since the episode. He is learning well, etc, just fine. Jacob will do as well too. Just give us a call if you need anything! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Wednesday, December 29, 2004 10:28 AM CST It was a blessing to spend time with all of you and to be able to pray with you today at LLUMC. Remember that God is with you during this very difficult time. Cling to the truth of God's word. "Whom have I in heaven but Thee? And besides Thee, I desire nothing on earth. My flesh and my heart may fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." (Psalm 73:25-26) I love each one of you with the love of our Lord. I'm praying for each of you; Jakob, Michael & Sylvia. Love in Christ, Eileene Eileene Payne <vepayne@Linkline.com> Riverside, CA USA - Wednesday, December 29, 2004 1:30 AM CST We are praying for you and your family. Love, The Vincent's <darrickv47@yahoo.com> Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 11:14 PM CST Sylvia and Michael, We know what it’s like to have a medically fragile child. Our prayers are with you that you will experience God’s mercy, grace, peace, and His strength day by day. Mark & Michele Barr <Markchef@aol.com> Lake Forest, CA - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 10:42 PM CST God is so faithful and he loves you so much. I am praying for you right now. I am a friend of Helena's (we go to the same church and are in Bible study together) Crystal Larson <crystallarson @yahoo.com> Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 9:24 PM CST Sylvia and Michael, We are praying for Jakob and for you. Love, the Yackleys Laurie Yackley <lyackley@cox.net> Lake Forest, CA United States - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 9:22 PM CST Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you Love Always Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 7:58 PM CST Praying praying praying. Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 4:49 PM CST I am sooooo sorry to hear such horrible news!!! I was hoping that Jakob would continue to stay on the path that he was on, but you have our prayers most definetly with you!!! If you need anything at all please let us know. I will pray for that miracle you want. "Dear Lord please hear not only my prayers, but the prayers for all who love and know Jakob, please bring him back to those that love him, please give him the strength, and the will to come back to us." We know that all of our little ones are fighters so we will hold on to that. Please take care!!!!!!!!!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 4:44 PM CST My dear sweet Jakob, it was so nice watching Dora with you on Christmas and singing along with you. You are growing to be such a wonderful little boy. You sure are getting big. I will be with you soon and hopefully I can see your beautiful smile. We are all praying for you and you are on all our hearts and minds. We love you and your mom and dad so much. I will say extra prayers for you and mom and dad. All our love, Aunt Helena and the Girls Helena Halter <piupartymanager@hotmail.com> Lake Forest, ca usa - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 0:57 AM CST So happy to hear the great news! Hope you and your family had a very Merry Christmas! God bless you! Love, Cindy Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net> - Sunday, December 26, 2004 9:16 AM CST WE WISH YOU ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS, AND MANY BLESSINGS THIS NEW YEAR!!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Friday, December 24, 2004 8:47 AM CST Hurray Hurray Hurray!!! Thanks for updating us with the wonderful news!! Merry Christmas and Happy Healthy New Year! Please post some new pictures soon!!! We love you!!!! Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Thursday, December 23, 2004 8:49 PM CST Soooo excited about your check-up! Have the merriest of Christmas' Love Ya! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Monday, December 20, 2004 10:31 AM CST Thank goodness you updated, Gary & I have been wigging out waiting. Praise God for clean scans - have a Merry Christmas, you have earned it! Julie Wargo <g8tor90@aol.com> Longwood, FL - Sunday, December 19, 2004 7:43 PM CST Dear Jakob, Looking forward to the next update and some new pictures. We love you. Have a Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year Hugs Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Cousins Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Friday, December 17, 2004 9:30 PM CST IT WAS NICE GETTING TO SEE YOU AGAIN, AND SEEING AND KNOWING HOW WELL JAKOB IS DOING. IT REALLY GIVES ME HOPE FOR THE FUTURE SEEING OTHER KIDS WITH THE SAME DX DOING SOO GOOD. YOU ARE A VERY SWEET WOMAN, AND I'M GLAD THAT WE GOT TO RUN INTO EACH OTHER. BY THE WAY YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. WE WILL KEEP JAKOB AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!!!!! Tom,Vanessa,Gabby, & Alex Molnar (www.caringbridge.org/tn/alex) <vmolnar@midsouth.rr.com> USA - Friday, December 17, 2004 8:19 AM CST Hi guys, It was great to see an update. We miss you and love you. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas. Big Hugs and Kisses Marci, Karina, and Jasmine <mhurtado70@msn.com or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Saturday, December 4, 2004 7:44 PM CST Thank you for the update! Glad you partied into the wee hours! You know exactly how you feel. Drake said bring on the party!!!! Keep you in our prayers, especially on your return visit. Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Monday, November 29, 2004 10:03 AM CST Hi you guys! Just a note to say hi and that we're thinking of you, as we do so often. Christal and I are headed back to St. Jude tomorrow for her 6 wk post treatment scans. We love and miss you guys and pray all is well with you! Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Lakeland , FL USA - Sunday, October 31, 2004 1:30 AM CST Hey Sylvia & Mr. Jakob! Just a note (late of course) of what a blessing to get to see you two and visit again. Jakob looks FABULOUS and we are so thankful for his clear reports. He's just such a little charmer, makes my heart melt everytime I see him ... still waters run deep, ya know. Many prayers and thoughts of you all always. Know that whether you hear from us often or not, you are never far from our thougths and always close at heart! Love, hugs & smooches!! Trish, Barney & Emma Grace The Hampton Family <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Uncle Ronnie's via Lincoln, AR - Friday, October 22, 2004 0:50 AM CDT Hey guys, Congratulations on Jakob's scans. We found out the good news in late September but we were in the process of getting settled here in Hawaii. We want you to know how happy we are for all of you. We know you still have a big job taking care of little Jakob but we know what you're made of!!!!! We also know he had his 3rd Birthday!! We still have fond memories of Matthew enjoying Jakob's 2nd Bday. Hopefully Jakob had MUCH more fun this time around!! Send some pictures our way when you get the chance. Much Love, Susan and Axel <suax@earthlink.net> PEARL CITY, HI - Wednesday, October 13, 2004 0:28 AM CDT Hello Baby Jakob, although you are such a big boy now. It was so fun to see you having a ball at your birthday party. Boy, do you love that slide. I am so glad that we were able to all celebrate with you, your very special day. What a miracle you are and what wonderful proof that God is almighty and can do anything as long as we put our faith in him. Love to you and your mom and dad. Alway, Aunt Helena Helena Halter <piupartymanager@hotmail.com> Trabuco Canyon, ca usa - Sunday, October 3, 2004 7:52 PM CDT Hi Guys! I was so happy to read that all is clear!!! HOORAY!!! We miss you guys sooooooooo much! I'm glad things are going so well. Karina is in Kindergarten now and loving it!! She is amazing! We go back in October for her next check-up. Keep her in your prayers! You are definitely in ours and always will be. Hope to talk with you soon. Love you and miss you! Marci, Karina and Jasmine <mhurtado70@msn.com or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Wednesday, September 22, 2004 8:15 PM CDT Can we have an AMEN!!!! That is SUCH great news! It was wonderful getting to see you guys at the Jude! Jakob looks amazing! Maybe NOW we'll just be on follow-ups and I won't be leaving you anymore. HA! Keep the faith girl! I pray for all of you everyday. I hear ya on the therapy homefront, that's me now that we're home-home again. (Yes, we made it driving back to Florida through what was left of Ivan.) I'm still in the process of setting up all the therapies AND I go back to work tomorrow for as full-time as I can be! I'm hopeful that you have some more luck with the eating stuff. Aint it great, ugh! Love and miss you! Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Lakeland, FL USA - Wednesday, September 22, 2004 9:21 AM CDT Jakob and Sylvia, It was wonderful to see you both while you were here in Memphis! Jakob looks awesome!!!!! It was a pleasure to take care of him for his 4 hours of sedation...he is such a precious child! Hooray for great scans! Keep up the great progress! Love to you from Memphis, Terri Sedation Nurse Terri Wood <wood0610@bellsouth.net> Memphis, TN USA - Saturday, September 18, 2004 10:02 PM CDT Dear Sylvia and Jacob, We are so happy to hear all the progress that is being made. We would love to see you and give the boys an opportunity to meet one another. The cousins would have so much fun together. Keep us posted. Love Always Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Friday, September 17, 2004 10:28 AM CDT Jacob, tell Mom to lube up the slide with the pudding...you would go really fast!!!!! Okay, that is a note from Gillian. Good job Jake!!!!! Hope all is well at St. Jude! Good luck on the coffee shop. Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 3:35 PM CDT hey guys - just checking in to say hello. I am so excited for your coffee shop venture! And more excited on Jakob's accomplishments. Sure would love to see you when you are here again. Maybe I will run into you guys. Jakob looks great, and I couldn't be more thrilled about his accomplishments. Angela Pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org> Cordova, TN - Tuesday, August 24, 2004 5:25 PM CDT We check in a couple of times a week. We will be at St. Jude the next week in Sept. So sad we will miss you!! I definately can relate on the therapies. We were at 9 and have moved to 4, just because of insurance. Now it is up to me to fill in! You are always in our prayers!!! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> - Wednesday, August 18, 2004 10:23 AM CDT You are an inspiration to me. Julie Wargo speaks so highly of you! Jakob is beautiful...I am sure you are so ready to completely move on, hang in there! Bless you all. Kerin & Louie Hentz caringbridge.com/ky/louie Kerin Hentz <kerin.hentz@fmr.com> - Friday, August 13, 2004 11:26 PM CDT Love the hair! Just checking in on you guys. So thankful that all is well with Jakob. We will be praying for you as you return to Memphis next month. May God continue to shine upon you! Love, Cindy Gaskins caringbridge.org/ga/jay Cindy Gaskins <gask3534@bellsouth.net> Macon, GA - Wednesday, August 11, 2004 1:44 PM CDT Hello Valenzuela family, We think about you guys constantly!!! We are so happy knowing Jakob is doing so well. I am sure his eating will come around. We will try and plan a trip to Memphis around Jakob and Drakes checkups. I think about how blessed you all are everyday . I know Aidan is watching over Jakob. Love, Shannon, Aaron, and Alaina Leber family <www.shleber@yahoo.com> Louisville , KY - Monday, August 9, 2004 9:31 PM CDT Good grief that's one handsome boy. So glad to know that things continue to go well - you all are our INSPIRATION. Julie & Easton - www.caringbridge.org/fl/easton <g8tor90@aol.com> - Saturday, July 31, 2004 0:27 AM CDT Hi kids! We're gettin by here in Memphis without you... and we're SO SO SO glad you're HOME-HOME and Jake is doing so well. We miss you of course, and it was great to see you when you were here in June. We might still be here in Sept when you come since we've had so many delays here. We pray for all of you. Love and be well. Chris and Christal <crazydero@yahoo.com or http://christalinfo.servemp3.com> Memphis, TN USA - Sunday, July 18, 2004 10:42 PM CDT Thank you for the wonderful update and the picture- We miss you Hugs and kisses Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Tuesday, July 13, 2004 10:41 PM CDT Thank you for the wonderful update and the picture- We miss you Hugs and kisses Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Tuesday, July 13, 2004 10:41 PM CDT When is your next check-up? We will be there on the 21st of Sept. We had all great news!!!!! Still no hair though. Could be the lack of hormones, will find out more soon. Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> - Tuesday, July 6, 2004 3:13 PM CDT Hi Sylvia, I am so glad Jakob is doing well! I want to thank you for spending time with Julie and Easton, your positive outlook and faith came at a good time for her and me as well! Thank you and God Bless you! - Gary Wargo Gary Wargo <gcwargo@aol.com> Longwood, Fl USA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 10:28 AM CDT What wonderful news! Now, where are the pictures of the curly hair boy and his new puppy? Hugs Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Monday, June 21, 2004 3:56 PM CDT Sylvia - you can't talk about it and not show it. We want to see that hair - for those of us unfortunate enough not to have seen you on your recent trip here. Sure do miss you and am glad to read your updates.. . . . Angela Pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org> cordova, tn 38016 - Sunday, June 20, 2004 10:20 AM CDT Yeah!!!!!!! Send some of that hair this way man! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> - Friday, June 18, 2004 1:05 PM CDT What wonderful news! Thank the Lord! I am sorry we missed seeing you again, our paths are most likely to cross again since Tori and I are there once a month for the next 17 months. We miss you both, we had fun being your neighbor at RMH.Take care and stay in touch. Hugs, Carol & Tori carol Schulz <carolcolby@#aol.com www.caringbridge.org/fl/tori> orlando, fl - Friday, June 18, 2004 5:19 AM CDT We hope your trip goes well. We know all will be well. Tell them to leave a light on at the Grizzly House, we are right behind you! Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com <caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn>> Cedar Park, TX - Wednesday, June 16, 2004 7:11 PM CDT Hello to you all! We are sooo glad to hear that Jakob is doing so well! Anna is doing great also. She still isn't walking on her own (major balance issues) but she is cruising around furniture and crawling a lot. She has gained weight and her hair is really coming back. It isn't quite as red as it was before but you can still see the strawberry color in there. She too has her central line and probably will not get it out until November. Other than her coming down with shingles during our checkup in February, she has not been sick once! We go on her make-a-wish trip in July after her 9 month check up. I truly understand missing St. Jude for therapies. We are still having trouble getting her good physical therapy other than my sister here at home. Hope all goes well during that six month check up. Miss you Love you and God Bless. Jennifer and Anna Clint <jeniferclint@aol.com> Springboro, OH USA - Saturday, June 12, 2004 3:18 PM CDT You are in my prayers. Stephanie Richmond, KY USA - Friday, June 11, 2004 9:01 AM CDT Dear Jakob We are so happy to hear about all the fun you have been having. We are so looking forward to visiting with you over the summer. Ask mom and dad to post some new pictures of you and your puppy. Hugs and kisses Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julieagarcia@comcast.net> Saugus, CA - Monday, June 7, 2004 3:59 PM CDT Go boy go!!!!!!!! We are sooo happy that things are going well, no make that great! We check all the time, thanks for the update. Have fun with Kemo love that name. Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Wednesday, May 26, 2004 2:00 PM CDT Hi Sylvia, Michael, and Jakob, I am so glad to hear about all the fun times you are having. And that Jakob is doing so well. My prayers for Jakob and your family have really been answered! Your dog sounds wonderful and the perfect pal for Jakob. May God continue to bless you abundantly! Blessings, Elizabeth Sterling Elizabeth Sterling <elizabeth@bennettsbluebutterfly.org> Millmont, PA USA - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 7:32 AM CDT Hello & Howdy Do Kiddos!! Just stopping by to check on you kids and sounds like you're staying bizzy. GREAT!! So glad to hear Mr. Jakob is doing so well. Please give him loves from Emma Grace & the rest of the Hampton crew! We love and miss you all. May God keep His healing & guiding hand upon you all. In His Love, Trish & Crew Barney, Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln, AR USA - Wednesday, May 19, 2004 7:24 AM CDT HI HI HI from sunny Florida! We're glad to hear all things are going well for you in California. Isn't it great to see our babies more "back to normal" than they've ever been. I know (as we all know) it's not easy going home-home. Glad to hear all is well! We love and miss you guys, and continue to pray for Jake everyday. Much love! Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Tuesday, May 11, 2004 9:12 AM CDT Hi guys! So glad to hear that you are doing good and having lots of fun at home! I am so glad to see that you finally updated the page, I was wondering what was going on in California. We miss you and love you and think about you all the time. Hope to hear from you soon. Marci, Karina, and Jasmine <mhurtado70@msn.com or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Monday, May 3, 2004 5:52 PM CDT Hey Kiddos!! Just a note to say howdy-do and glad to hear Mr. Jakob is doing so well. We love you all and miss you. Emma Grace is doing pretty well and has finished round 1 of chemo. We are headed back to "The Jude" on Apr 19th for sneakpeak scans and hopefully, start round 2. Take care and give Mr. Jakob sugars from us all! In His Love, Trish, Barney, Eli & Emma Grace (Emma Grace typed her own name with the instructions of Mom! ha! love ya!) Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Tuesday, April 13, 2004 12:55 AM CDT Hi kids! So how's California? Florida is great. We'll be back for our one year post follow-up 4/18-4/19. WOW! Pray for us! You know how it gets the further and further you are from treatment, but I know everything is fine. :) Christal is planning her birthday party (uh... it's not til MAY, 3 days after YOURS!) she cracks me up. She has a loose tooth! Can you believe it??? I can't. She's growing up SO fast. Love and miss you, girl. I pray things are going well at home and you're gettin use to the grind without that SJ schedule telling you what to do all the time! HA! Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Thursday, April 8, 2004 11:44 AM CDT Keep checking for updates. We are hoping you are doing well because we really want to see you in a month! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Friday, April 2, 2004 9:58 AM CST Sylvia, we miss you and Jakob here at St Jude, but are so glad that you can do chemo at home this time. I hope you are having a wonderful time and cherishing every single second. Hope to see you again soon .. Lots of love and prayers Tabatha Tabatha E. Doyle, RN E clinic Nurse Scheduler <tednurse@aol.com> Brownsville, TN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 8:54 AM CST Hello Jakob and Family, We are so glad that your scans went well. I can just picture your face at home playing and running around. We continue to pray for you guys every day and hope that we will be able to see you soon. We love and miss you guys, Aaron, Shannon, Aidan, and Alaina Leber <leber6264@yahoo.com> Louisville, ky - Thursday, March 25, 2004 1:05 AM CST Waiting to hear and praying. Sorry about the trip!!!! Talk soon. Katie Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Monday, March 22, 2004 10:04 AM CST Well, it sounds like Jakob's getting a doggie! We are happy to hear everything is going well. Don't tell Roman and Tiff about the dog, because they have been pleading their case with T.J. for over a year now! Carmen <candtmac@dslextreme.com> G.T., CA USA - Sunday, March 21, 2004 4:18 PM CST hey there marilyn and aaron here just found your website through christal well anyway glad you are doing better now NO MO CHEMO huh well way to go have fun with you party and know yous are in our thoughts and prayers you are wonderful hope to here from yall soon lots of thoughts and prayers coming your way, marilyn and aaron <www.caringbridge.org/il/aarondhunter or stjudemomma74@aol.com> peoria, il usa - Saturday, March 13, 2004 1:46 AM CST Ya scared me there for a bit! SO glad to hear Jakob is out of the hospital, and things are better. Now maybe you can start enjoying being HOME-HOME! We think of you all the time! Much love and prayer! Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Friday, March 12, 2004 7:42 AM CST Hi glad to read that things are going better for your family. We will keep ya'll in our prayers. Sonya and Kayla (McKenzie's mom and sister) sonya <usa_girl38@hotmail.com> prichard, wv usa - Thursday, March 11, 2004 7:21 PM CST We have been checking in. Sorry about all the trouble. We know how it is to have to go to another hospital, you sure get spoiled at St. Jude! We will be there on May 1st. Hope we can see you! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Wednesday, March 10, 2004 10:36 AM CST Sylvia, I am so glad you guys are finally back home. I just wanted to tell you what a privilege it has been to know you and I plan to keep up with you guys through your site. So if you can, you might update us every now and then. You will forever be in my thoughts and prayers, and I look forward to seeing pictures of Jakob growing and changing. angela pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org> Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, March 3, 2004 8:39 PM CST Hi Jakob and family, I know you are so glad to be home. I will keep you in my prayers that all goes well when you go back for you check ups. I would like to invite you to visit Smile Quilts http://smilequilts.com and see if we can make a virtual on line Smile Quilt just for you. If you would like a Smile Quilt, just have your mom fill out the request form and we would be happy to send some smiles and hugs your way. Sending you lots of hugs and I will be keeping you in my prayers. Hugs, Angel Sprite  Smile Quilts Angel Sprite <smilequilts@smilequilts.com> Eckert, Colorado USA - Thursday, February 26, 2004 2:34 AM CST Hi guys! Glad you are home!!!!!! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Monday, February 23, 2004 10:53 AM CST HOME-HOME! Aint it GREAT! Ok, so... I'm trying to think of what I'd like to say about being home... all I can think of is, LIKE WOW YOU'RE HOME! :) I thank God for allowing our paths to cross. It is ONLY by His love for us that we make it through the trials that we have. UNFORTUNATELY, yours was so much longer than most of the people we encoutered. It is SO wonderful to be able to have witnessed just one of God's miracles with that sweet boy. Keep the faith, girl. Until we meet again... Much love... and we'll still continue to pray for you ALL... everyday! Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Sunday, February 22, 2004 10:46 PM CST Hi Sylvia and Jakob, So glad to hear that you are home! WOO HOO!!! Party time! I am so happy for you! It's a little overwhelming and surreal at first but you will back into the groove before you know it. We love you, miss you, and are praying for you daily! Marci, Karina, and Jasmine <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Sunday, February 22, 2004 9:43 PM CST Hello Jakob, how are you? It sounds like you are doing very well. We are all so excited to have you and your mommy back home where you belong!!! Jakob, there are so many people who love you, and who are praying for you everday. Your cousins are counting the days till they can see you and play with you. We are catching up on our sleep now, cause we know that when you get home it will be early mornings!!! But we're not complaning, because there is nothing better than being woken up by the sound of your sweet voice!! You have been through and accomplished so much, we are all so very proud of you!!:-) We will see you very,very soon. Take care sweet Jakob. All our love Auntie, Ashleigh and Mariss. Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 10:22 AM CST Hi Aunt syl and jak. I can't wait till you guys get home so we can see you more often and spend more time with you. My mom told me that you guys are staying in the ronald mcdonald houses. well if you are'nt that's okay because i know you've stayed in them before. well anyway it is so great for our school to be doing this, we are collecting a whole bunch of money for the ronald mcdonald house. I just love the feeling, helping my family and your friends to have a home to stay in while there child is sick. Well i should go love you all so much, can't wait to see ya. love, Cousin Julia julia sietsema <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Thursday, February 12, 2004 7:11 PM CST I know what you mean about the walking. You pray and pray that he will be able to walk and then you think, it was a little easier when he was in the chair. We did that with talking. No words then one day, "mom, mom, mom, mom, mom..." Look at it this way, we get to have the firsts all over again. We get to see them so everything for the first time twice!!! Can't wait to see you in May for fun not at apointments! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <www.wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Thursday, February 12, 2004 2:19 PM CST Dear Jakob, Sylvia and Michael, We are so excited for you and your entire family. You are one strong little boy. We are looking forward to visiting you once you are home and all settled in. Maybe you guys and Aunt Helena and family can all come to our and play. We will chat once you are home. Have a great week. Hugs and kisses Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 12:24 AM CST Hi Syl & Jakob, That is very GREAT news! we are so happy about the miracles that our lord has done for our "LITTLE MAN" as he has done for many kids around the world. We are so happy that your both coming home soon. We love both of you and miss you so much. Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, Ca USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 10:13 AM CST Jakob, Jim and I just returned from the Bourns Credit Union meeting, as usual your PAPA triumphed again as president, did you ever doubt it for one minute. He's one pretty special guy and yes, Grandma does like to jump through hoops, especially for you. Every day at work, she just glows when she tells me of your accomplishments. We got to see your wonderful Dad tonight also, he was floating on air, just knowing soon he will get to have you and your beautiful Mommy home again. Jakob, your one special little boy and I want to thank your parents for taking such good care of you. I will continue to check on you daily through your Grandma and include you in my prayers along with my grandchildren. Sylvia, I know you hold Jakobs healing up to God, but let me tell you, he couldn't of done it without you! We love you Jim and Gail Crain Gail Crain <jimcrain@pe.net> Sun City, CA USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 11:19 PM CST Hi Aunt Sylvia and cousin Jakob, I'm sure you are ready to come home and be done with chemo forever. yeah won't that be exciting. Jakob, you may not understand all of this right now, but you will be so relieved when you are older realizing how lucky you are to have god by your side the whole entire time you were sick. I hope you realize how lucky you are to not be one of those kids and familys who were so unfortunate that they couldn't go on any longer. Like your mom said you are going to look back one day, when you are old enough to understand it all, and notice that all this happened to you within in two years of your life and you made it through it because your family, parents, and especially god were by your side the whole entire time. We all are glad that you recovered so wonderfully from this tragic situation and we hope that nothing like this will ever happen to you again. With all my love and support for you guys, cousin Julia Julia Sietsema <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 6:12 PM CST (Go get your Coke and Popcorn, Syl, this is going to look like a journal entry.) WOW... home-home. Now you know why I was such a freak when I left. Glad to leave... not glad to leave... very glad to be home... just different. A YEAR! Oh MY gosh! Girl, you win the award. Jake... you just have NO idea how wonderful your Mommy is. We use to live together at RMH for awhile, and I've seen her in action! There aren't too many Mommies out there that were EVER more prepared than your Mommy! She could clean it up, wipe it up, change it, wash it... you name it. There was never a time she wasn't ready for the task. One of the best things I could ever say about your Mommy is that she did it with such style and grace. I really mean it. Do you know how easy it would have been for her to just break down SO many times? (I know she did her share of crying, we all did.) She has this unbelieveable attitude about her. I think that's one of the biggest reasons she and I became such good friends... you know you HAVE to go through this, and you might as well make the best of it while it's happening with a larger than life attitude! That was your Mommy. There was never any doubt in my mind that your Mommy single handedly was going to kick this tumor's butt! And if I were that tumor, I'd be scared... there's no Mommy tougher than YOUR Mommy. God sure was holding her up... and she did it ALL for you little man. If you asked her... I know she'd do it ALL again... over and over, to save you. I remember her talking to another St. Jude parent once (she might not even remember this) she said, "I mean... if the cure was in China... I'd say... well, lets book a flight TO CHINA then!" And then she just giggled. She would have gone to the end of the Earth for you, and given anything. Cuz that's the kind of Mommy she is. I'm glad she's my friend. She has this way of just making you want to smile whenever she's around. If someone was ever down, you just wanted to get over yourself... because she had such strength. And forget that she's a DOLL!!! My Christal still talks about "Miss Sylvia and Jakob" and the next time we can go to your room and watch DVDs! (I don't have the heart to tell her it's going to be a REALLY long time until that happens again. As she just thinks you'll be at SJ FOREVER since everytime we've been back you're there!) I showed her on our US map how far California is from Florida, she didn't really "get it" saying, "well Mommy, it's not really SO far... just here to here." (Pointing from FL to CA.) HA! I'll bet in a year's time you could add up the hours your Mommy's was away from you, and it wouldn't be many. Mostly you didn't want anyone playin or even LOOKIN at your Mommy! You would get all like, "HEY, what cha doin there Mommy. Are you not paying attention to me??" You were a delight Jake. I'm so glad you have no mo' chemo. God has been holding you in the palm of His hand, just like we've been praying He would. We see miracles everyday, just like you. We'll keep praying for you like we always do. Have a WONDERFUL life! Don't go forgettin us now... stop by and see us at http://christalinfo.servemp3.com ANYTIME, ok? And we're just a phone call away. We love you very much! We'll pray for safe travels for Daddy too. He's a pretty great Daddy! Syl, I love you girl... you're my hero. Chris Kirkman (Christal's Mom) <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 3:11 PM CST Well hello my little man & Sylvia..... I know that it's been a long time that I've written but I've been really busy I'm so proud of my little man being one step closer to returning to his family that loves & misses him deeply. All I can say is that prayers really do work! Just reading everything brings me to tears that this happend to someone so young that did nothing wrong. I pray for all the kids that are still there holding on. It will be a good day when Jakob comes home, but what about the kids that have to stay behind. It's not fair, that should'nt happen to little kids. Well I hope that his "NO CHEMO PARTY" was fun, I can't wait to see it. I will see you guys when you come home. Love and kisses always Love Valarie & Athos Valarie Riverside, Ca USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 2:22 PM CST Hi Sylvia and Jakob! So glad that you are finishing up your treatment and will soon be going home. We have been thinking about you and praying for your healing. Sounds like God has answered many prayers. Please keep in touch and visit Bennett's webpage www.bluebutterflyfund.org. Love and blessings, Elizabeth Sterling Elizabeth Sterling <elizabeth@bennettsbluebutterfly.org> Millmont, PA USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 12:26 AM CST Jake! I can't WAIT to hear about your no mo' chemo party!! Love you lil buddy. Mommy, hang in there... I know... rough week here too. I was in Hawaii when I found out about McKenzie's passing. It was weird to get yanked back into reality like that while being on vacation. Rawan isn't doing very well either. BUT we know these kids are in a better place, being cared for by our Father... free of pain. They're getting their healing... like Sonya said. But that will be missed so much. I've been thinkin of ya BUNCHES. WOW, home-home for GOOD... that sounds sooo nice doesn't it? Love to you chick! Chris <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL USA - Monday, February 9, 2004 11:55 AM CST Jacob, once again, you look good man! Chemo has no effect on you, that is the bad kind! Sorry we did not see you longer, but glad we were able to leave! Talk to you soon. Katie, Wade,Dake and Gillian Dahn <www.wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Saturday, February 7, 2004 8:47 AM CST Hi Jakob, Wow! a party how exciting,I wish we could all be there with you to celabrate such a special day. I'm soooo happy that the chemo is done with now. All of us here miss and think of you everyday. Love Kathy,Harry,& boys Kathy Atencio <h_burr @ charter. net> Riverside, CA - Thursday, February 5, 2004 11:57 PM CST YEAH!!! NO MO CHEMO!!!!! I know how great it feels, but I also know the anxiety that comes along with it. I hope Jakob keeps feeling great. Miss you guys! Jeff, Tina and Stanton Haynes <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com> - Thursday, February 5, 2004 3:13 PM CST OOPS! IMA GOOF!! I didn't proof my entry very well... It should say "we pray God SPEED for your remaining days at St Jude!" Ok...I've not had enough coffee yet!!! HAHAH Love ya! Trish Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Thursday, February 5, 2004 6:54 AM CST Mr. Jakob & Momma, Sylvia!! Hey kiddos!! YEEEEEEE-HAAAAAWWWW NO-MO CHEMO!!!!! We are so thrilled the trip to home is in close sights now!! You have been such an inspiration to so many for so many reasons but especially for keeping that smile on your face (as I know that's hard for Mommies to do) and tackling whatever it is the day beholds. We do whatever it takes to get our babies what they need to get the thru the treatment and hopefully, have our St Jude journeys complete. And who would have ever prepared us for not only what we would put our babies thru but the many, many families that have touched our lives in such INCREDIBLE ways?? It's amazing that God sends us such support and love thru so many. And in turn, we face the challenge of giving those parents love, comfort & support when they are taking their babies home without completing treatment knowing that God only knows the number of days. Sylvia, that's the part that kills us!!! I suppose that all we're asked to do is our best, love those precious kids and families and God will certainly take care of the rest. It's always hard to try to explain to folks (outside the halls of St Jude or any other cancer treatment facilities) what impact these children have on our lives. I know they're not "ours" but in a sense they are!! We adopt them in our hearts as well as their families and that will never change as we have "journeyed" together. It's especially those families that have been sent home that constantly tug at our heart knowing they are the children that continuously need support for St Jude. One day there has to be a cure for everyone and those are the faces that stay in my heart when we're asking for radio-a-thon donations. (ok...now I got on a roll. Sorry for so lengthy but even though I read it back it still doesn't say what I have in my heart but then again it never does. But I you know what we mean). We will always be thankful God has shared so many families in paths with our family - not that we'll ever be happy for cancer - but thankful for the blessings God has thru the journey. We are so very blessed that He shared you and dear Mr. Jakob!! Like we would have ever crossed paths in NW Arkansas or Sunny, Southern California? We love you kiddos and pray God spend on the remaining days at St Jude! Give our little man hugs from the Hampton Crew! Hang in there and Keep the Faith bucket full!! In His Love, Your St Jude forever-family, Miss Emma Grace, Eli, Barney & Trish Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Thursday, February 5, 2004 6:52 AM CST Hiya! Well I'm fresh back from Hawaii. GIRLFRIEND, you sooo need to have Michael take you there!! :) It was the first trip in 2 years, and all this surgery and cancer stuff started that we've been able to take on our own. WOW, we needed it. Christal is doing great, and was very happy to get to stay with Grandma while we were gone. There is just the smallest speck of redness left in her eyes. She now says the double vision isn't as bad as it was... it's closer together now, but still there. I guess knowing you won't be there when we go back to SJ next time, makes me miss you guys all the more. Thanks for all the rides to the airport! and a final WOO HOOO, on the last round of CHEMO! YEAH! Love and pray for you always, girl. Oh yea, tell Jake I saw whales in Hawaii. Even heard them under the water while snorkeling. Pretty cool. Love you. Chris <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL USA - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 2:25 PM CST Good morning little Jakob! May every morning bring you great sunshine for a very very very long time. I am so happy to hear that there will be no more Chemo! not at St. Judes, Thank the lord and the powerful strength of your little body JAKOB IS COMING HOME! Sylvie I hope to talk with you soon...for the last year st judes has been a part of your life and as happy as you will be to leave I pray God gives you mucho strength and courage when you say goodbye! I love you lady! And how happy I am for you, micheal and your wonderful baby boy. Horray for Jakob! Susanna Galvez <sgalvez@apu.edu> Moreno Valley, CA - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 12:59 AM CST Hey Jake, Auntie La La here, just wanted to wish you a great day, you are probably in the middle of your NO MORE CHEMO PARTY, and hopefully you are loving every minute of it!!!! We are all looking forward to you and your mommy coming home for good. Ashleigh and Mariss are anxiously awaiting your arrival. Sweet Jakob you have touched so many lives and given us all so much hope. We all love you so much and we pray to God everyday for you and all the St. Judes patients. Sometimes we don't know why things happen but we just need to continue to put our faith and love in Him and know that He has a plan, even if we don't always understand it. You have been through so much this past year, and we are all so proud of you!!! Enjoy your party big guy!! We will see you soon!!!!!!!!!:-) All our love Auntie, Ashleigh and Mariss. Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Riverside, - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 12:26 AM CST Yeah! No more Chemo!!!!!!! Katie, Wade,Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 10:02 AM CST Hey Sylvia & Jakob, That is so Great to hear that Jakob's almost done, and all through the Love of God and his Divine answer to everyone's prayers. We'll keep you both in our Thought's & Prayer's. Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 1:12 PM CST We have been praying for you guys since we first heard that Jakob had cancer and are so happy to hear that the time has almost come for Jakob to be finished with treatment and coming home. We will not stop praying! In God's Love, Gordon & LeDair Bergman <glbergman@mindspring.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 11:54 AM CST To our dear Jakob, We are so excited for you and hope you have lots of fun as you celebrate tomorrow. Please remind mom and dad to take lots of pictures and post them so we can watch the fun. Hugs, Love Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Monday, February 2, 2004 11:31 AM CST Oh Jakob - we are so happy to hear you are almost done! We are estatic that you will be home. When Roman gets in the car, he asks if we are going to "Yakob's" house. Now, I can tell him that we will be going to Jakob's house, lots and lots and the boys will get to play and play. Keep up the strength, Syl, and we will see you soon! Carmen & the McCree Family <candtmac@dslextreme.com> Grand Terrace, CA USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 11:05 AM CST Wow, what bittersweet feelings you must be having. I can't imagine how much you are anticipated the end as we all are. I know you have seen many 'no more chemo' parties since there and now your's is actually scheduled. Pump it Up would love to host Jake's real no more chemo party......Love you bunches, Aunt Helena Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Sunday, February 1, 2004 6:43 PM CST Jake, will will miss your no more chemo party by one day. Don't let those nurses get you with too much silly string! Congrats little guy. Thankfully that was the toughest thing you will ever have to do! Life WILL be much brighter from here! I am sorry about all the bad news. Don't worry, that will stop on the 5th when Drake gets his MRI!!!! Nothing but clear skys.. Katie, Wade,Dake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Sunday, February 1, 2004 5:05 PM CST Any special requests for toys to keep Jakob busy while in the room? We would love to bring you something. We know too well what that feels like. Seriously we will be there on the fourth. Katie Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> Cedar Park, TX - Sunday, January 25, 2004 4:45 PM CST Hello Little Man, Jakob & Mom Sylvia!!! Just stopping by (as we do often but not so good about signing in...oops!) to say hello to you two darlings!! We pray for you all always and was so glad we were able to spend some time together in Dec. It was fun, eh?? That crazy Chris & Christal!! I have some pix that we took that visit of all of us and will try to get them copied and sent to you before our children graduate from high school!! ha! We were there for the Country Cares event but as you well know it was so hectic and exciting that our visiting time was short. We did make it briefly to see Aaron & Tori but did not make it to Ronald's house this time. (sorry) Know that you are being thought of and prayed for much more than you know...even though you may not hear from us does not mean that you aren't always on our minds and forever in our hearts!! We love you and pray for God speed to get treatment complete and return home!! Hugs to you both from the Hampton Crew - your St Jude family!! Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln, AR USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 11:26 AM CST DEAR SYL & JAKOB, WE WILL PRAY FOR JAKOB SO THAT HE CAN GET BETTER SOON. HE IS A VERY STRONG LITTLE BOY AND MIRACLES CAN HAPPEN AT ANY TIME. AND JUST HANG IN THERE, AND REMEMBER THAT WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH. WITH LOTS OF LOVE, Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverisde, CA - Friday, January 23, 2004 10:58 AM CST Glad you had a positive experience with Country Cares. It reminds me of last year, on that day Drake was taken to LeBonnhuer for his third shunt surgery. He was taken crying because he wanted to see the stars. Now, I can think of it positively!!! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <www.wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Monday, January 19, 2004 5:27 PM CST Hi Syl, Jakob, & michael, Glad everything came out clean.....and say hi to jakob give him lots of hugs and kisses from the both of us. Take care and talk to you soon. Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> - Friday, January 16, 2004 1:41 PM CST Hello Jakob, Sylvia and Jakob...I am so very happy to hear the good news, and I will be happy to see you all again, soon. Our prayers have been answered. Call me soon. Mrs. Janice ( Baker Taylor) <Jaguarsu2178@AOL.COM> Corona ,, CA USA - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 8:56 PM CST HI YOUS! Glad to hear you're back safe and sound. We'll be seein you in less than a week! We get in Monday 1/19 early evening. Christal will have scans Tues and then eye surgery Wed. I can't WAIT for her to see NO MORE DOUBLE VISION and have straight eyes again. WOW! We've been celebrating small improvements, her balance is a teeny bit better. Something only a mom would notice. :) Wow, a year... who would have thought a year ago you'd be doing the happy dance about clean SCANS! WOO HOO! It's that moment that you thank God for all the great things you've had, and that you'll continue to be blessed. I know God has our babies in the palm of His hand. See you soon, hey lets do lunch, eh? Oh yea, check out the website as there was a lil excitement when Christal was in Ohio with her Daddy, UGH! Chris Kirkman <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL USA - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 10:35 AM CST Clean,clean clean those are the words we all need to hear,that is so great that Jakob got clean scans. I can't wait to you guys come home. I can't believe all the things you have been through, but on the good side it brought the family a lot closer then we used to be. Hopefully Jakob will do fine on his chemo. Well i got to go I love you so much congratulations on the clean scans. Love cousin, Julia Cousin Julia <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Monday, January 12, 2004 9:10 PM CST Go Jake!!!!! We hope to hear the same news! SOOOOOOO Happy for you! Love, Katie Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <www.wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Monday, January 12, 2004 8:09 PM CST Hi Sylvia, Great News!!!!!! We are so happy for you all. We will be there on the 15th of Feb. More scans and test. Maybe we will see you then. Take care. Love and Prayers Kim and Emily McEllen Emily and Kim McEllen <pkremcellen@grics.net/www.caringbridge.org/il/emilymcellen> Galesburg, IL USA - Monday, January 12, 2004 1:50 PM CST Hello Sylvia and Jakob and Michael too, So glad to hear you had a wonderful time at home. But just think, you are almost finished with treatment. Hooray! We will be back in Memphis Jan. 18th-21st. So we are excited to see you guys again! Karina is getting her line pulled on the 20th! She is so excited! And so am I....no more dressing changes and flushes! Anyway, I hope to talk to you soon. Hope you have a safe trip back to Memphis. See you in less than 2 weeks! Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Tuesday, January 6, 2004 7:06 PM CST We are with you in prayers and spirit as you go back! We will be there on Feb. 4th, the whole gang! Clean scans all the way! Love, Katie Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Tuesday, January 6, 2004 2:36 PM CST Hey guys. Hope you had a great holiday!! Can't wait to read about all the fun you had. See you when you get back to Memphis!! Susan, Axel and Matthew <suax@earthlink.net> - Monday, January 5, 2004 10:00 PM CST Hey guys. Hope you had a great holiday!! Can't wait to read about all the fun you had. See you when you get back to Memphis!! Susan, Axel and Matthew <suax@earthlink.net> - Monday, January 5, 2004 9:59 PM CST Hello Valenzuela Family!! We hope you all had a wonderful holiday at home with Jakob. We miss you guys, but hope you have a nice long stay at home. We can't wait to see Jakob's cool hair again. I am sure those waves have come back in. Happy Holidays!!! Aaron, Shannon, and Aidan Leber <shleber@yahoo.com> St Jude , TN - Saturday, January 3, 2004 11:51 AM CST Hi HELLO! I'm missin you! OK... I didn't get the overhauling done of Christal's room yet and she's already HOME! She grew like a FOOT! I can't believe it... sheeew, where does the time go. She's doing better with her braces. Thank you GOD! We'll be back at SJ Jan 20-22 for her follow-up and eye surgery. Oh yea, and I FINALLY got the pics up on the website, check 'em out. There are a couple cute ones of you guys, http://christalinfo.servemp3.com I pray all is well at home. Much love and HAPPY NEW YEAR! Be well... Chris Kirkman <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 12:54 AM CST Valenzuela Family! I am wishing you a Happy New Year! It was great to see you, and Jakob looks great. Hope that all your blessings come true. And hope to see you soon. Have a safe flight back! Athos Benincasa Riverside, CA 92505 - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 11:34 AM CST I am so glad I ran into you guys at the mall today, you have all been in my thoughts and prayers. I am sooo glad to hear that Jakob is doing well. I have to say that you guys really inspired me with your strength and positive attitude. I hope you have wonderful holidays and I will come to check out your coffee shop sometime. Love Kristy Mario and Sedona Cruz Kristy Cruz <bridalhairartist@aol.com> Riverside, ca usa - Friday, December 26, 2003 8:18 PM CST Hi! I just signed a few days ago, but wanted to come back and wish you a very MERRY CHRISTMAS! We sure did think about you. Christal is in Ohio with her Daddy, so you know I'm freakin out without her! The week so far has gone by very quickly. I'll be overhauling the house (and her room) this weekend before she comes home. THAT'LL keep me busy for DAYS! I trust all is going well with you. We are so blessed to know you, keep the faith! Much love to you! Drew, Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Friday, December 26, 2003 12:13 AM CST HI SYLVIA,MICHEAL AND OF COURSE "JAKOB" WE REALLY DO MISS YOU ALOT AND I REALLY WOULD LIKE TO SEE ALL THREE OF YOU GUYS. I GOT YOUR CARD TODAY AND IT MADE ME CRY WITH JOY TO HEAR THAT THE LIL GUY IS DOING GOOD. SYLVIA I REALLY ADMIRE YOUR STRENGTH AND WILL POWER GIRL YOU ARE TRULY THE MOTHER OF THE YEAR IN MY LIFE TIME GIRL NO ONE CAN EVER TAKE THAT TITLE AWAY FROM YOU!!!!!! TELL MICHEAL HI AND FOR HIME TO GIVE YOU AND JAKOB HUGS AND KISSES FROM US AND YOU DO THE SAME TO HIM FILL HIM UP WITH ALL YOUR LOVE BECAUSE HE'S A GREAT DAD TOO!!!!!!!!!!! HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON. SYLVYA, URIEL,JR , URIEL,III AND JUSTIN RUIZ <RUIZFAM2@AOL.COM> FONTANA, CA US - Monday, December 22, 2003 7:17 PM CST Hi Kids! We're missin the updates! I know you're doing just FABulous at home! Have a WONDERFUL Christmas! We're back at St. Jude for follow-up and Christal's surgery, Jan. 20-21. Much Love, and miss ya bunches! Drew, Chris and Christal Kirkman <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Monday, December 22, 2003 5:50 PM CST Merry Christmas to the Valenzuela Family! I hope you have a very blessed Christmas. We are off to Florida tomorrow - we will talk to you when we get back. The McCree Family (TJ, Carmen, Tiff & Roman) <candtmac@dslextreme.com> Grand Terrace, CA US - Monday, December 22, 2003 5:08 PM CST Glad to hear all of you are home together. May you have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! We think of you all the time. And we pray for your family, and the families you have written about.Lot of Love Rose, David and Kids Rose Marsh <crm98@nemontel.net> Williston, ND - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 0:09 AM CST Glad you are home. Heh, we know what it is like to be stuck inside! Drake went to another house for the first time in a YEAR last weekend. He has not even been to his grandparent's, they all come here. Enjoy just being at home! We are thinking of you! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Saturday, December 13, 2003 6:39 PM CST I just want you to know I think you have a beautiful family. You don't know me but I know alot about you and Jakob. My sister has taken care of him. I talk to her everyday although we are hundreds of miles away. I am very fortunate to healthy children so I pray daily thanking God for their health and I will pray daily for all the children who aren't so fortunante. I will remember you and Jakob in my prays and your family. Thank you for sharing you story. Linda Remsen <linda.remsen@integrismetals.com> JACKSONVILLE, FL DUVAL - Friday, December 12, 2003 12:18 AM CST I'm so glad you made it home! We are going to Atlanta to see my whole family. We are a little nervous but St. Jude Docs are just a phone call away! I hope you have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! Susan, Axel and Matthew <suax@earthlink.net> - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 5:58 PM CST Oh my goodness, I am still reeling from the news, that is so great. I will definetely pray for Drake and his family. I can't believe going as far as they have and having to possibly go through everything again. I will also pray that Jakob's counts are as high as they really are, that shows how much he wants to come home. I will call Michael tomorrow and get the scoop. Love you bunches Helena <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 11:52 PM CST I've had fried sweet potatoes once, they were good, but then everything fried is good. Glad to here things getting better. Love and prayers, Julie and family Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 0:01 AM CST Go Jakob, GO! We will be there on the 1st and want to see your walking. Drake is now doing the same thing! You two can race! Happy Turkey! Gobble, Gobble! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Wednesday, November 26, 2003 6:21 PM CST Hurray for Jakob! What a joy to see Jakob taking off on his own! Happy Thanksgiving. Susan, Axel & Matthew <suax@earthlink.net> Memphis, TN - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 9:47 PM CST Wow, Michael, it looks like you are getting your Christmas presents early. I am so glad you are there to help Sylvia and be a 'dad'. I always loved the sound of the kids laughter especially at such an innocent age. It makes you forget everything and just have fun being with your child. I know you three will have an awesome Thanksgiving with so much already to be thankful for. I hope all the other families are doing well. Love, Helena Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 6:21 PM CST It was great seeing you this week. Jakob looks great. I love all of the hair. I need to get Stanton to take lessons from Jakob on wearing his hearing aides. We are not having much luck. I know now why they make such bright colors ( to find them when a 2 year old throws them in the yard). I was also glad to read all the good news you guys have had. I understand the feeling of being overwhelmed by bad news. Give Jakob hugs and kisses from us. Jeff, Tina and Stanton Haynes <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com> Minden, La - Monday, November 24, 2003 4:23 PM CST Hi yous! I just wanted to check in with ya! I'm glad Michael is there and you're having a decent time. We'll be back next Monday. But it'll be only for the day. If you're at the hospital we'll see you I suppose. :) We come in at 9am and we're back out at 3:30. Maybe we can do lunch at the SJ cafeteria! WOO HOO! Trish and Emma Grace will be there too. I'm sorry about all the bad news. It wears on you, doesn't it? I understand. We've heard about some of it here, and it's sad. I heard about Bailey. We didn't even know them and I cried when I read their website. She was 6 and diagnosed just a week after Christal was. Oh yea, and happy anniversary to us. Our 1 yr anniv of Christal's tumor was Saturday. I've been a mess all week. HEY, she's the cancer free girl though!!! So, I hope I get to see you and Jake and get to hug on ya. I can't wait to have the kidos jammin to Avril. Hang in there girlie girl. You're my hero!!!! Drew, Chris, and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Monday, November 24, 2003 10:43 AM CST Ok - I love the pictures of course! They are great! We are praying for you faithfully. I ask Roman who he loves. And he says, Momma, Daddy, Tiffany, Mike and "Yakob". I guess some quality time playing makes you friends forever! Carmen & Family <candtmac@dslextreme.com> Grand Terrace, - Sunday, November 23, 2003 6:11 PM CST Hi Syl, the pics are great. I hope you get some well needed rest when Michael gets out there. Kisses to Jakob. We'll be thinking of you three, as always, and will be especially thankfull for how far God has allowed to come and will continue to take us. In His name, Julie and Family. Julie Y. <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Thursday, November 20, 2003 10:58 AM CST I will be there soon love, I miss you both so very much. Hang in there help is on the way. You know the guy that does nothing just sit's at home, and watches football, and get's nothing done around the house. Your soon to be night and shining armor. (SMILE) just messing with you, trying to make you smile. Love you. Michael BIG DADDY <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 3:18 PM CST Jakob, I love the new picture! You are looking so cool, with way more hair then Drake!!! In our prayers, the Dahns. Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Monday, November 17, 2003 5:08 PM CST Cool for Jakob, its amazing we never really noticed he was not hearing everything, he handled it like it wasn't a problem. It's a whole new world for him now and its wonderful. Speak to you soon. Hope your weekend is quiet and smooth. Love Julie Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Saturday, November 15, 2003 10:50 AM CST Hang in there girl! I'll be praying special prayers for you! I admire you so much. You're a great Mommy! Drew, Chris & Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 12:38 AM CST Hi Syl & Jakob, Just wanted to say "HI" and hope everything gets better for the both of you. We love you and miss you so much! Valarie & Athos Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 11:44 AM CST Hi Sylvia and Jakob, We miss you guys sooooo much. But guess what, we will be back next week (Mon & Tue)! Hooray! We can't wait to see you both. We are praying for you and thinking about you daily. Sylvia hang in there girl, you are awesome! Hugs and kisses...... Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Monday, November 10, 2003 9:42 PM CST Hi there, I called a few times over the weekend and figured you were inpatient. Sorry to hear about Jakob's fever and leg cramps. Talk to you soon, lots of hugs and kisses and God Bless, Julie and family Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Monday, November 10, 2003 5:34 PM CST Matthew says prayers for Jakob. Can't wait to see Jakob out with the squirrels. Axel, Susan, & Matthew Spens <suax@earthlink.net> Memphis, TN USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 3:28 PM CST HI YOUS! I read your post and it brought back all KINDS of memories girlfriend! The ups and downs that are your daily life at St. Jude. I love your attitude about it all, it's so refreshing! Our recent visit with you both was just great and just what we NEEDED! Funny how God just takes care of our needs. We'll be back in on Dec.1! So... see you then! Emma Grace, Trish and Barney will be there too! Drew, Chris & Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or craxydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Monday, November 10, 2003 10:36 AM CST WE are still with you Jakob. We think of you all the time! Love, Katie Katie Dahn <wdahn@austin.com> - Monday, November 10, 2003 9:38 AM CST HI AUNT SYLVIA AND COUSIN JAKOB, I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU SOMETHING. I PLAY SOCCER AND THIS GIRL ON MY TEAM COULDN'T PLAY ANYMORE AND I ASKED HER WHY NOT. SHE SAID THAT SHE HAD SURGERY, I ASKED HER WHAT FOR, SHE SAID IT WAS FOR A BRAIN TUMOR. I TOLD HER ABOUT JAKOB, SHE ASKED IF IT WAS CANCEROUS I SAID YES. I ASKED HER IF HERS WAS AND SHE SAID NO. RIGHT THEN I KNEW HOW SPECIAL HER PARENTS ARE TO HAVE A KID WITH A BRAIN TUMOR AND THANKFULLY IT WASN'T CANCEROUS. I REALLY DO THINK THAT GOD WAS WATCHING OVER HER, AND I KNOW THAT GOD IS ALSO WATCHING OVER JAKOB AND ALL HIS FRIENDS. I PRAY EVERYNIGHT FOR JAKOB AND I REALLY THINK GOD WILL PULL HIM THROUGH THIS. I LOVE BOTH OF YOU VERY MUCH AND WISH YOU WELL. LOVE ALWAYS, COUSIN JULIA COUSIN JULIA <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Saturday, November 8, 2003 7:21 PM CST Hey Syl, and sweet Jake!!! How are you? We are doing fine. So glad to hear that you guys are out of the hotel, and back at Ron's house!! It is so great to hear how well Jakob is doing. Keep your spirits up and keep cherishing those special moments!!:-) We miss you both so much, and look forward to being back together again real soon. All our love, Rebecca, Ashleigh, and Mariss. P.S. Give Jakob our love and lots and lots of hugs and kisses!!!! And remember that you are both in our thoughts and prayers. Rebecca Garcia <RmarissJ@aol.com> - Saturday, November 8, 2003 2:38 PM CST Hi, We are sooo glad that Jakob scans all came back clear. We will be down there next week. Hope to see you both. We fly in on Tuesday thru Friday. Take care and see you then. Love Kim and Emily McEllen www.caringbridge.org/il/emilymcellen Emily and Kim McEllen <pkremcellen@grics.net> Galesburg, Il USA - Monday, November 3, 2003 5:57 PM CST Dear Jakob, Hugs and kisses to you and mommy. We are so happy about your continued accomplishments. Thank you for the great news!!! Hugs Aunt Julie and Uncle Johnny <jgeeman@aol.com> Saugus, CA - Saturday, November 1, 2003 5:42 PM CST Happy Halloween! Really happy to hear that the MRI came out clean. Hope everthing works out for Jakob and have a nice Trick or Treating.....We miss you both so much!!!! With love, Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 1:52 PM CST We are so happy about the clean scan!!! We were just getting used to you being around and now you are back in Memphis. Happy Halloween and we will continue to pray that the chemo goes smoothly. Carmen & the McCree Family <candtmac@dslextreme.com> Grand Terrace, CA - Friday, October 31, 2003 1:32 PM CST We will focus on the GOOD NEWS!!! We will PRAY for more GOOD NEWS!!! Lots of hugs/kisses Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 11:53 PM CST Hello Jakob and Sylvia, My name is Maria Johnson. You don't formally know me, but I am a friend of Bussaya and Garys. When Jakob began his treatment Bussaya shared your story with me. During the time, I was a few months pregnant. Your story touched my heart such that I have kept your family in my prayers. I continued to ask Bussaya and she gave me the web site to keep informed as to Jakobs treatment. Since then, I gave birth to my son, Adam. He came at 7 mos and remained hospitalized for five very difficult and long weeks. This time only made me think of the two of you more. We are doing well as I believe Jakob and mommy will do once this is all over. Just know that God is with you and so are many of us who have never even met you! Maria Johnson <mgprbabe@hotmail.com> Riverside, Ca USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 6:35 PM CST Hi guys! I am sorry that you guys are having all the side effects already! You also worry more with the vomiting and the shunt. I know you guys have a lot to deal with. I am glad you are at home atleast! Drake is doing well at the eating clinic. We have one week left, but he has made great strides already! We go back the first week of December. See you then. Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <www.wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Sunday, October 26, 2003 10:34 AM CST It's been a while since I have reviewed your site, although we keep in constant contact its still nice to read how your days go. We have had a wonderful time with you and Jakob this month and its going to be bitter-sweet when you leave, but you leaving just brings you guys that much closer to returning home to stay!!! We continue our prayers for Jakob and yourself. You all mean so much to us. See you soon, Love Julie and family Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 10:16 AM CDT WOO HOO! You're home! I'm so glad to hear it! Have a blast and we'll see you in December! Drew, Chris & Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 7:30 AM CDT Jakob, I hope you are enjoying your time home. I just wanted to see how you are doing after the cubs lost last night. I know daddy is trying to make you an angles fan but stay strong and always believe in the cubbies. It will be our little secret, so don't tell daddy what you really think of the angles. Remember the cub fan motto.... "Wait till next year!" Mom and Dad we hope you guys are enjoying the time home with Jakob. We miss you guys and we will see you soon. Aaron, Shannon, and Aidan Leber <leber6264@yahoo.com> Memphis via Louisville, Tn usa - Thursday, October 16, 2003 6:16 PM CDT Oh my goodness, I have been in Vegas since Thursday, (I'm flying home today) and I just found out that you are home. Congratulation!!! I can't believe it. You must be so happy. That is truly the most wonderul belated birthday present you could ever get. And we all get to benefit from it. I will be giving you a call as soon as I get home and hopefully coming in for lots of visits. I will open up Pump it Up just for Jakob and his closest friends and family. I can't wait to see you. Lots of love and I will deliver the hugs myself....Aunt Helena Helena - Monday, October 6, 2003 4:03 PM CDT So glad you are home! It will help your spirits and give you strength to finish the cancer off! Happy belated birthday man! We miss you! Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> - Saturday, October 4, 2003 10:02 PM CDT Hi Jakob! Happy Belated Birthday! We miss you and your mommy so much! Sylvia, I know you are ecstatic to be home. Enjoy every minute of it because it goes by quick! We will talk to you soon. Love you and miss you. Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Thursday, October 2, 2003 4:00 PM CDT HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAK....Well I know that you are not mad at our birthday gift to you, cause we didn't send one yet!!! We will bring it with us next month. Sylvia it sounds like things are going good for Jakob. Take care, we love you both Gary and Yolanda Elofson <Elofson@aol.com> Alta Loma, ca U S A - Sunday, September 28, 2003 10:32 PM CDT Jakob: Happy 2nd Birthday! Have a great celebration with Mommy and Daddy. We are so happy to hear you are doing well. XOXO The McCree Family Grand Terrace, CA USA - Saturday, September 27, 2003 12:22 AM CDT HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JAKOB, HAPPY BITHDAY TO YOU!!!!! WELL JAKOB I HOPE YOUR EXCITED TO BE 2, WELL HAVE A HAPPY BIRTHDAY. LOVE ALWAYS, COUSIN JULIA XOXOXOXOXO COUSIN JULIA <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Saturday, September 27, 2003 12:20 AM CDT WOO HOOOO!!! CLEAN SCAN, CLEAN SCAN, CLEAN SCAN! Don't cha just wanna jump up and down and chant it! Tee hee. It was really nice to get to sit and spend a little bit of time with both of you this week. Even if only a short time. :) Being in your presence made me thankful for so many things... but most of all... that you and I (and others that we know) still are getting to fight this fight. We'll do whatever we have to do... and that's that. Sylvia you ARE my hero! I know Michael tells you that, but it's true. Medullo is a really hard protocol, but I'm glad it's there for you. Keep the faith... I love all 3 of you... and we continue to pray for all of you. Michael, you're a saint. What you're doing to keep Sylvia's mind clear and able to stay on-task for Jake... speaking as a St. Jude Mom here... you can't imagine how wonderful it is. I guess we're all just incredibly blessed. Much love and many prayers to you! (As always... thinking of you often.) Drew, Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Saturday, September 27, 2003 11:06 AM CDT OH I AM SO HAPPY THAT IT CAME CLEAR, I AM CRYING BECAUSE I'M SO HAPPY. I THINK THAT IS GODS GIFT FOR JAKOB'S BIRTHDAY. WELL BETTER GET GOING. LOVE ALWAYS COUSIN JULIA Cousin Julia <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> lake forest, CA - Friday, September 26, 2003 7:22 PM CDT Happy Birthday, Jacob! The clean scan is the best birthday gift! We are always praying for you. In God's Love, Gordon & LeDair Gordon Bergman <glbergman@mindspring.com> Riverside, CA USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 12:10 AM CDT Hello Valenuela Family All that I can say is prayers really do work. and now my "little man" can have a wonderful "2" B-day. I know that we won't be there but we will all be there in spirit. Syl I hope that you told Michael when I'm coming down. I cannot wait to see the both of you. well I have to go back to work so I will talk to you 3 later. once again have a wonderful B-day. We love you guys Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA - Friday, September 26, 2003 11:39 AM CDT YEAH Jakob! We are celebrating with you all the way to Texas. Drake's wee clean as well AND we got home without the tube! He has till the first week in December. We will keep you updated. Great seeing you! Love, Katie Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> - Friday, September 26, 2003 9:57 AM CDT Sorry Sylvia I forgot to put Emily's caringbridge on the last message. www.caringbridge.org/il/emilymcellen Take care Kim McEllen Emily and Kim McEllen <pkremcellen@grics.net> Galesburg, Il USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 8:41 AM CDT Hi Jakob, We are so glad that your scans came back good. We have been praying for you. Tell mom that the waterproof tape worked on Emily's tube. THANKYOU!!!!! We will be back to Memphis on Nov. 16-19 I have the button now and that is much better. I am still not eating. The only thing I want is Pizza Pringles. Well take care. Love and Prayers, Kim and Emily McEllen Emily and Kim McEllen <pkremcellen@grics.net> Galesburg, Il USA - Friday, September 26, 2003 8:37 AM CDT HEY UNCLE MIKE AND COUSIN JAKOB, I'M SO GLAD TO HEAR THAT JAKOB IS DOING WELL. I WANT TO WISH JAKOB A HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AND I HOPE THAT THE MRI COMES OUT CLEAN. PLEASE LET JAKOB KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR HIM EVERY CHANCE I GET. HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON. LOVE ALWAYS, COUSIN JULIA COUSIN JULIA <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> LAKE FOREST, CA - Thursday, September 25, 2003 9:16 PM CDT HEY UNMCLE MIKE AND COUSIN JAKOB, I'M SO GLAD TO HEAR THAT JAKOB IS DOING WELL. I WANT TO WISH JAKOB A HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AND I HOPE THAT THE MRI COMES OUT CLEAN. PLEASE LET JAKOB KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR HIM EVERY CHANCE I GET. HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON. LOVE ALWAYS, COUSIN JULIA COUSIN JULIA <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> LAKE FOREST, CA - Thursday, September 25, 2003 9:16 PM CDT Hey guys, how are you?? It sounds like you are doing really good!!! Sorry to hear that you were sick, but glad that you are better. It is so good to hear that Jakob is doing well. He is so lucky to have such a strong mommy and daddy. Well I hope the three of you have a wonderful visit. Take care of yourselves. You are all in our thoughts and our prayers. All our love, Rebecca, Ashleigh, and Mariss. P.S., Give our sweet Jakob lots of hugs and kisses from his Auntie La La, and his cousins!!!! Rebecca Garcia - Saturday, September 20, 2003 11:48 AM CDT Ahhh, I'm sorry you were sick, I think everyone lately has had a touch of something or other. Even though I love to read you entries, I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say that even though we can't wait for the next entry, we all understand how crazy everything is just keeping up with our favorite little guy. One more week left of radiation, I think that's right, that't great! You guys will have a ball when Michael comes out. I can just picture Jakob phoning dad on his shoe, that would be a great picture for the website. I can just picture all his personality in his eyes while he's having his 'conversation' Love you all, gotto go, take care. Helena Helena - Friday, September 19, 2003 2:35 AM CDT We love Bear too! Drake loves it when he sniffs you! Gillian likes Pip and Pop. Glad you got to go got and enjoy life! We are going to San Diego on the 18th. We will tell California "Hi" for you. We will be at St. Jude on the 23rd. Drake still has very little hair! Katie, Wade, Drake and GIllian Dahn <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 7:12 PM CDT Hey Sylvia and Jakob. Wow Jakob looks Fantastic in his pictures and the last time I saw you guys. I continue to pray that your stay at St. Jude will soon end and you can return to California and try and return to a "normal" life??? I wanted you to know how special you are and how thrilled I am that I had the opportunity to care for Jakob. Take care, hope radiation continues to go well. God Bless. Angela Pratt, St. Jude RN <angela.pratt@stjude.org> Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, September 9, 2003 10:04 AM CDT More prayers have been sent to our Almighty God. Deb Hanko Riverside, CA - Monday, September 8, 2003 2:54 PM CDT Leave it to my husband to spell my name wrong! I know you must be so busy - but I still look every day for a new message from Jakob & Mommy. We all keep you in our prayers - Tiff says make Jakob's treatments go well - "where ever he is at". :) Carmen Grand Terrace, CA - Monday, September 8, 2003 12:50 AM CDT Still praying for you both, Happy to hear all is well. Crmen & TJ - Saturday, September 6, 2003 12:56 AM CDT Hello there my little man and Syl First off I want to say Happy 5th Anniversary to you and Mike. even though you aren't together you are in hearts. I know that I haven't been able to write or to call you, I've been busy with work. I hope that you and mom are having a good time. I read about my little man and I am shocked to find out that he will be suffering hearing loss, but at least that's the only thing. well I have to go back to work right now Syl I will call you later on today. With all my love and prayers that my little man get better. and Syl again I wish you and Mike a very happy anniv and many more to come I love you guys Valarie <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA - Friday, September 5, 2003 11:23 AM CDT Hey yous! Yes, we still check in on you all the time, and we think of you SO often. Much love to you sweet boy, and tell your Mama we'll be back in Memphis at the end of the month. We can't wait to see you both! Many prayers coming to you everyday! Drew, Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL USA - Thursday, September 4, 2003 10:57 PM CDT Syl, think positive, we are. Remember everything is possible through CHRIST and you're right with sooooo many people praying Christ will listen. God keep you both safe. Hope to see you within the next 2 weeks. yolanda <elofson@aol.com> alta loma, ca usa - Thursday, September 4, 2003 9:42 PM CDT We will continue to pray for you little guy. We will focus on the hearing. Drake has had some hearing loss as well. If they had gotten treatment anywhere else, all the medullos would already have hearing aides. So we are lucky to have a great hospital that is on top of things! We will be back on Sept. 23. See you then! Katie, Wade, Drake and GIllian Dahn <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> - Wednesday, September 3, 2003 7:17 PM CDT Hi Sylvia and Jakob, Well, we made it home in one piece. We miss you guys. But we will see you in November when we come back for Karina's check-up. Hugs and kisses and much love, Marci and Karina Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net or www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado> Laurel, MD - Tuesday, September 2, 2003 9:19 PM CDT Hey Mr. Jakob & Sylvia!! Just a note from the Hampton Crew wishing you all the best and we continue to pray for our little, handsome buddy as well as Momma & Daddy. His pic is absolutely adorable ... just as he always is. We'll keep the prayers on the vertical line to the throne and pray for the protection of his little ears. (Talking to the Big Guy upstairs always makes a difference 'cuz you know, He knows all about this kind of stuff.) Actually, Emma Grace has high frequency hearing loss as well from Cisplatin and we're doing another ABR next visit to "re-eval" the situation. You know, if that's what it takes, well so be it. We have decided we can look at her all day long with hearing aids as opposed to the alternative. We still are continuously amazed of the miracle He has given us with each day. We love you and pray for your strength & His arms of love to surround you. Give our little man a HUGE Hampton Hug & Kiss!! In His Love, your St Jude family - The Hampton's Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Tuesday, September 2, 2003 8:31 PM CDT Well, I will say certainly amp up my prayers. But even so, at least this is something livable and fixable....we all talk to loud anyway. I am glad that everything else is doing so well. Hey, Michael, where are some more pictures? Helena Helena - Friday, August 29, 2003 8:05 PM CDT We are so pleased to see that Jakob is doing so well. We keep all of you in our thoughs and prayers. ELVIA VALENZUELA & FAMILY IN TUCSON TUCSON, AZ - Friday, August 29, 2003 2:44 PM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, That's great news! Glad radiation is going great! Can't wait to see the both you you back in california. Valarie say's hi and she misses you both! Give jakob a big hug and lots of kisses! Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA` USA - Tuesday, August 26, 2003 8:30 AM CDT Hi! We continue to think about you all and pray. I hope your radiation continues to be smoothe. Drake LOVED al the nurses there too. He still talks about them and the warm blankets. We will be back at the end of September for his check-up. Take care. Remeber we are here if you need anything. Katie, Wade,Drake and Gillian Dahn <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> - Friday, August 22, 2003 10:11 AM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, We are very happy to hear that radiation is going great! Can't wait to have you home "CALIFORNIA" for good with no side effects! We love you so much and send lots of hugs & kisses! Valarie & Athos Riverside, CA USA - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 11:59 AM CDT Hello Jakob, Tell mom that I'm waiting with my breath held to see how radiation went today. I can't stop thinking about you guys, hope everything is going as well as it can be. Love to you all, Helena Helena - Monday, August 18, 2003 11:33 PM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, Hope that everything is going great! May God place his blessing hands over Jakob and make the radiation process as little as possible. We'll be praying for Jakob. And we miss you both. Lots of Hugs & kisses for both of you. Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Monday, August 18, 2003 8:46 AM CDT Hi Jakob, i'm so glad you are doing well. i miss you so much....I hope that your radiatiion goes fine, and that the tumor clears up fast because we all miss you soooooooooooooo much. LOVE YOU BUNCHES, YOUR COUSIN JULIA JULIA <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA United States - Sunday, August 17, 2003 10:28 PM CDT Syl & Jakob, what great pictures of you and dad, but where is mom, need one of the 3 of you. Syl, we're all praying that you have all the patience you need, (altho I think you are doing a fantastic job with our precious JAKOB). I'm still telling everyone that Jakob called me twice. Made my month. miss you and love you both. Take care of each other. Yolanda <ELOFSON@AOL.COM> Alta Loma, Ca USA - Friday, August 15, 2003 10:30 PM CDT Well, I know what you mean about patience, I've been praying for patience ever since I had myh first kid. However, if you look at it another way way, this just gets him closer to his second birthday which is where the radiation levels start at anyway. I guess if you look at a situation hard enough, you can find all different ways to interpret it. I LOVE YOU, I MISS YOU AND I PRAY FOR YOU EVERY DAY, Love, your sister and aunt, Helena Helena - Thursday, August 14, 2003 11:33 PM CDT hellow baby boy and everybody else this is your aunties from klamath I miss you all very much cant wait to see you jakob you are in my prayers and I want you to know theirs not a day that goes by that your not on your aunties minds I wish I could be there to watch you grow big boy We will see you soon Love All Of You Very Much Kathy Mist and Kids. kathy valenzuela <JULY2106@E-ISCO.COM> KLAMATH, or KLAMATH - Thursday, August 14, 2003 6:23 PM CDT Hi Jakob, I work with your Grampa Mike and we are good friends. He always talks about you and now I have a picture of you & your Dad on my wall in my office. I tell you Hi every morning and pray everyday that you are getting better all the time. Love to you and your family, Delores Delores Spencer <dees2220@cs.com> Bloomington, Ca USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 6:11 PM CDT Hey Syl, and sweet Jakob, I hope you are doing well! The pictures of Jakob are so cute, he looks so good, and strong, and very happy!!! It made my day to see those. I am so glad that things are going well for him. How exciting for you both to be there for his first 2 steps!! I know you guys have a long and trying road ahead, but with Gods love and guidance you will all get through it. And we are all praying for you and all the other children as well. Take care, and give Jakob lots of hugs and kisses from us. I'll talk to you soon, all our love Rebecca, Ashleigh, and Mariss. Rebecca Garcia - Thursday, August 14, 2003 11:46 AM CDT Hi Jakob and family! My name is Bonnie and I work with Merit Property Management. Thank you for sharing your web site with me! My prayers are with you all the way. I am happy to see that you have such a great support system because to me, that makes all the difference in the world! Bonnie Dalrymple <bdalrymple@meritpm.com> Temecula, CA - Monday, August 11, 2003 11:15 AM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, Hope that you had a great time w/daddy out there. Can't wait to see you again. We miss you both so much that we look at the pictures that we took and imagine that we still have you here with us. Give jakob a big hug and a few kisses from us. We love you both so much. Valarie & Athos Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Monday, August 11, 2003 9:32 AM CDT Dear Jakob: My name is Barbara Simon and I am Julie Garcia's mom. (your Uncle Johnny's wife). I heard about you and how well you are doing and hope you come home soon with your mom & dad. BARBARA E SIMON, GEORGE R SIMON <JCABFOUR@AOL.COM> NORTH HILLS, CA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 4:07 PM CDT Yeah Jake! You didn't even need Drake in PT to help you walk! It was good seeing you, even if we missed Jake. The picture is great. He looks really good. Katie DAhn <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> - Friday, August 8, 2003 5:06 PM CDT Hey Guys! I figured Dad was down there since I haven't seen the car at work. Needless to say you all have been on my mind and I'm so glad to hear all the positive reports. It was so great to see you guys, though too short, while you were out. Syl, you're lookin great girl! And Jakob you're just as cute as ever! You guys stay encouraged. God is going to do great things in your family. Just believe it and hold on to it! We're always here if you need anything. Simone and Andre Carrington <simcarr@adelphia.net> Rialto, CA USA - Friday, August 8, 2003 1:05 AM CDT Hello Valenzuelas! PRAISE THE LORD on clear scans! As I sat reading Michael's post I was wondering which Rad Onc you guys were talking to. It didn't sound like Merchant or Kun, and the name of the 3rd guy just isn't coming to me right now, but he's great! I pray for all of your strength! The picture of Jacob made me smile! Sylvia hang in there girl.... one day at a time. Talk to the big guy about all this, ya know.... He knows all about this kind of stuff. (wink, another tidbit from the wise chick in Arkansas.) It's hard not to be scared right now for sure. I know all about the "levels" they're talking about for sure. Christal got 59 'grey' (I think, my memory is failing) but she was 4 at the time, max is 65. Enough about that... on to happier things! Christal started kindergarten yesterday. WOW! The emotion of it all for me came more from the fact that she was ABLE to be in Kindergarten. We are SO blessed! Much love and MAAAANY prayers! Drew, Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL USA - Thursday, August 7, 2003 9:43 AM CDT Hey you three, my heart is heavy right now for all that you have been going through right now. I know how it feels to take this all in (well only a little)and its overwhelming. We will continue to pray everyday that God will place his hand upon your sholders to bring comfort to you. I'll be checking on you both soon. Enjoy your time together. What a lovely picture of Jakob!!! It was a pleasant surprise to see it! Love you all, Julie Julie York - Wednesday, August 6, 2003 11:22 PM CDT Well, I think everyone has run the whole gamet of emotions this last week. Thank you, Michael, for being up front, you're right, we wouldn't want it any other way. The pictures of Jakob are so up-lifting and breath-taking, it was so great to hear that the trip back home gave him such a boost. I am so glad you are there with my sister right now, she truly needs you at this time, and you both need God and your friends and families love and prayers especially at this stage. I know God will guide you to the right path. It was pretty amazing to hear that Jakob is out-numbering the odds, but we all know that he is a truly remarkable, wonderful angel God has given to us to show us what He can truly do for those with faith, not fear. Of course, I will add Bennett in my prayers, my hear goes out to all the patients of St. Jude. There is a country song out now that has a line that actually mentions St. Jude, it is very stirring. My love to all of you, Helena Helena Halter - Wednesday, August 6, 2003 7:31 PM CDT Wow Jakob, aren't you the smartest kid on the block. Not once but 2 times calling on daddy's cell phone to say hi, hi, dad and mom didn't even know you called. Jakob you made my day, call again tomorrow. I'll be waiting. Love you loads. Yolanda Alta Loma, ca USA - Tuesday, August 5, 2003 11:20 PM CDT It was wonderful seeing all of you at the beach! Jakob steals our hearts - he is a true blessing on this earth! We pray for God's continued healing and strength for Jakob and his family...including Jakob's "Grandpaw". You are a very special family. Oceans of love from, Wil and Deb Deb Hanko Loma Linda, CA USA - Monday, August 4, 2003 5:57 PM CDT Finally the photographs!!! I love them! Seeing Jakob really renewed my prayer efforts and I am glad to hear things are going well for him. Carmen Grand Terrace, CA USA - Monday, August 4, 2003 5:48 PM CDT Thanks for always keeping us posted and for the absolutely adorable darling picture of Jakob! Hugs Aunt Julie and Uncle Johnny <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Monday, August 4, 2003 3:42 PM CDT Sylvia it was so nice to see you again, and to see you, Jakob and Michael so comfortable in your home. I can hardly wait for you to come back, so we can be like real neighbors and of course continue our friendship which means alot to me!! Al was glad to finally meet you, he has heard loads about you, Jakob and Michael. He could not believe how good Jakob looked for going through all he has gone thru. Well, keep your faith and I will continue to pray for all of you!! Love your friend Vickie Vickie Mendoza <vick449@earthlink.net> Riverside, ca - Monday, August 4, 2003 3:21 PM CDT SYL & LIL JAKOB, I'M GLAD TO HEAR ABOUT HIS MRI. THAT'S WONDERFUL NEWS. YOU TWO TAKE GOOD CARE OF ONE ANOTHER. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU GIVE JAKOB LOTS OF HUGS & KISSES LIZ, SELENA, ALEXIS ELIZABETH M. HERRERA <lizbobby2001@aol.com> MIRA LOMA, CA USA - Saturday, August 2, 2003 8:41 PM CDT Hi Sylvia & Jacob, It was great seeing the both of you guys. I'm so excited that the trip out here was so good for Jacob, and even more excited to read that there wasn't any re-growth. Love Kathy and family Riverside, CA - Saturday, August 2, 2003 0:37 AM CDT YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!WHAT GREAT NEWS, GETTING TO SEE YOU BOTH, AND NOW THE GREAT NEWS, WHAT A WONDERFUL WEEK. GOD IS GOOD. AND KEMO WORKS TOO. YOLANDA ELOFSON <ELOFSON@AOL.COM> ALTA LOMA, CA USA - Friday, August 1, 2003 11:30 PM CDT Hey guys just got the GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!! We are all so pleased to hear that there is no more re-growth. Now you guys can really enjoy your weekend together. Take care and give our sweet Jakob lots and lots of hugs and kisses!! Love you all, Rebecca, Ashleigh and Mariss. Rebecca Garcia - Friday, August 1, 2003 5:45 PM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, that is great new's! YEAH! Hope everything is going great for you guys since you left....Take good care and have lots of fun.....We love you both...give lots of hugs and kisses to "my little man" Valarie & Athos Benincasa Riverside, CA Usa - Friday, August 1, 2003 12:57 AM CDT Hi guys! So glad to hear your CA trip was so great! It was wonderful to read about Jakob just being Jakob, WAY cool! We just got back from our Make-A-Wish trip to Hawaii. Christal had the BEST time. We ALMOST lost Brown Bear while we were there... WHOA MAMA, bad scene! We saw and did the most amazing things while we were there. You're probably sitting in the waiting area right now for Jake's MRI. I hope they're not running TOO far behind! HA! Everything will be on track and NO regrowth is what we're prayin for! Amen to living by faith not fear girlfriend! Some wise girl from Arkansas told me that. (Wink) I'll bet RMH just isn't the same without the Hampton crew around. Christal starts kindergarten next week, YIKES! I can't believe it. Alight, alright... I'm babbling. (What's new, smile.) I'll call soon to say hey and catch up with yous! Drew, Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.sevemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL USA - Friday, August 1, 2003 8:40 AM CDT SYLVIA & JAKOB, I'M SO GLAD THAT WE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THE 3 OF YOU TOGETHER. IT WAS REAL NICE. JAKOB IS GETTING SO BIG. AND WITH ALL OUR PRAYERS HE WILL OVERCOME THIS BATTLE. I'LL PRAY FOR GOOD RESULTS FRIDAY. YOU TAKE CARE. WE LOVE YOU, LIZ, SELENA, ALEXIS ELIZABETH M. HERRERA <www.lizbobby2001@aol.com> MIRA LOMA, CA USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 8:22 PM CDT Hello Michael Sylvia and Jakob, We are so glad that you are home and if there was anything that we could do t keep you both here we would. We always pray for you but sometimes you wish there was more. But we know that is the best thing to do.I hope that the beach was a blast. We would of been there but Jen's sister cme out from Florida for there grandpas 90th Birthday Party. We really wanted to be there. We miss you so much, we pay that the time will go fast and you and Jakob ae home for good. Really would like to say hello if possible. I know that Mike is going to keep you all to himself. I don't blame him, well God Bless for know and give us a call. 909-867-3630 The Congers <danbcngod@aol.com> Arrowbear, CA - Sunday, July 27, 2003 9:46 PM CDT Oh, I can't imagine how happy you must all be, because I'm ecstatic. I just found out that I have no parties at Pump it Up Sunday after 5:00pm. I know that we spoke of this before and you wanted to wait till you were home for good, but this might be a good open space place to have a gathering. I'll call you tomorrow to talk further. I love you all both and can't wait to touch you. Helena Halter - Saturday, July 19, 2003 2:59 AM CDT We check in on you everyday and we are sooooo glad you are home. We just have one question Jake, who is feeding the squirrels? We go back at the end of July for Drake's surgery. We sill miss seeing you at every turn. About the sad looks, you can imagine the ones we get and Drake and Gillian are well aware of them. Don't you just want to tell people talk and treat them like any other child there age! Lots of love and prayers. Gillian justed walked in and said, "Tell him I pray that he gets better everynight." Big words from her little heart. Katie, Wade, Drake, Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> - Thursday, July 17, 2003 6:46 PM CDT Hi Aunt Sylvia, and Cousin Jakob. I can't wait till The beach. The beach day is three days after my B-day so were going to bring a cake for Jakob and you comming home and my B-day. I'll see you soon, Love, Julia xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo Julia <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA - Wednesday, July 16, 2003 10:09 PM CDT Dang girl, how happy am I for you?!?!?! I got all teary when I read you'd be going home. I remember talking to you about it all when Christal and I were at St. Jude in June. It's pretty overwhelming going home, when it's just for a "visit". Like HELLO, VERY strange to just visit your OWN home. You're there right now as I type this... and I'm so happy for you. We leave to go to Hawaii for Christal's Make-A-Wish in a week. As it gets closer and closer.... the excitement is building! Christal is making lists of what she wants to bring with her... you know important things like stickers and lip gloss (she's crackin me up). And I don't know HOW I'm going to hold off her packing! Everyday she gets up and wants to know if she can pack for Hawaii. The nut! Even though we haven't talked that much... I still think of you all the time. I wonder how you are, or what you and Jake might be doing. It won't be long before we'll be back for another visit (Sept 29). Have a BLAST with the men in your life (Jake and Daddy) and hug all the people you haven't seen in a lifetime. I love you SO much... and pray for you constantly. Drew, Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa , FL - Wednesday, July 16, 2003 5:00 PM CDT Hello Sylvia & Mr. Jakob!! Just a quick note to say we are wishing you HUGE HAPPY HOME wishes!!! You have to be about to bust a seam about now!! We love you all and miss you dearly. Give that little man Hampton Size Hugs for us!! Happy Trails for the homefront! Enjoy!! You are in our prayers always! One of your St Jude Sis's - Emma Grace & Crew Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 15, 2003 9:00 PM CDT Hello Jakob and Sylvia I'am a friend of mom/grandma's. I would just like to tell you that you are in my prayers and I wish you God speed recovery so you can come back home to your family and friends. I know you must be wounderful people just like your mom/grandma. Just remember God takes care of his little earth angels and their familes.GET WELL SOON and enjoy your visit with friends and family. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Sharon Banuelos Sharon Banuelos <Safety4U@msn,com> Riverside, Ca USA - Tuesday, July 15, 2003 1:30 AM CDT Good Morning Syl & Jakob, The count down is 3 days to go. We're so excited that you're both coming back home for "10 Great Day's." Can't wait to see Jakob at the beach either. Will pray for Jakob "CT Scan" that everything works out so that you can come. We miss you lots and many hugs and kisses. You'll be in our thoughts and everyday prayer. Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Monday, July 14, 2003 8:14 AM CDT We are all so excited about you guys coming home. This is is a miracle from God, we are all rejoicing and giving God the glory. Cant wait to see you! Vickie Mendoza <vick449@earthlink.net> Riverside, CA - Monday, July 14, 2003 1:45 AM CDT Oh my goodness, could it really be happening.....YES!!!!!!!!!!!!! We all can't wait, obviously we don't want to crowd you but we really want to see you. Helena Halter - Saturday, July 12, 2003 11:16 PM CDT hey there syl, and lil jakob, i just found out about the beach party. and me & the girls will see you 2 there. take care you two. and me and the girls will continue to pray for you two. we love you both so much, love always, liz, selena, alexis elizabeth m. herrera <www.lizbobby2001@aol.com> mira loma, ca usa - Friday, July 11, 2003 9:38 PM CDT Just a few more days? We will continue to pray hard for Jakob's high counts. The beach will be fun, fun, fun. Julie and family. Julie Y - Friday, July 11, 2003 1:53 PM CDT Hi Aunt Sylvia, and cousin Jakob. I miss you so much. I hope you are doing better, I mean you kind of have to be well to come back home. Hopefully nothing will go wrong. I love you so much, and I pray for you every single night!!!!! I know I will see you soon. Love you!!!!!!!!! Julia Julia <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA - Friday, July 11, 2003 0:50 AM CDT Its looking like July 26 will be the date for the beach party. As for what location, I am leaning on Huntington beach, but not sure. I am planning on bringing a ez-up and a BQ for dogs & burgers. If you plan on going think about bringing something like watermelon cut up, potato salad, chips & salsa, drinks, fold up tables, chairs, more ez-up's for coverage. I will cordinate everything when it gets closer. Hope everyone is doing well, trust me we are all very excited. Just to give you a heads up Jakob will be leaving on July 29th. On the 31st he will be getting another MRI, need I say more! Please pray that this MRI comes back clean. If it looks good Jakob will have hurdled a huge obstical. So please pray, and pray very hard. I thank you all for everything. Michael Michael (Daddy) <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> Colton, Ca usa - Thursday, July 10, 2003 5:37 PM CDT Syl & my little man I am so glad that you guys are finally coming home. We cannot wait to see the two of you. I'm sure that you want to be able to see as much people as you can, but you are going to want some alone time with Mike. And with that I'm sure that everybody will understand. Well I will definately be seeing you at the beach because believe it I do need a tan. Well just keep us posted about the day of the beach bash. The next time I see you it will be at the beach working on our tans. We love and miss you guys can't wait to see you. With all our love Valarie Valarie <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 11:12 AM CDT HELLO THERE SYL & JAKOB, HOW ARE THE 2 OF YOU DOING. I BET NOW YOU'RE HAPPY TO COME HOME. EVEN THOUGH IT'S 10 DAYS IT'S SOMETHING. AND WE'LL BE EXCITED TO SEE THE 2 OF YOU. I HOPE ON BEING ABLE TO JOIN IN THE REUNION, AS LONG AS I KNOW WHEN AND WHERE, THE GIRLS AND I WILL BE EXCITED TO SEE YOU TWO. OK WELL I'M GOING TO LET YOU TWO GO FOR NOW. GIVE JAKOB HUGS AND KISSES FROM HIS AUNT AND 2 COUSINS. WE LOVE YOU LIZ, SELENA, ALEXIS ELIZABETH M. HERRERA <lizbobby2001@aol.com> MIRA LOMA, CA USA - Wednesday, July 9, 2003 10:42 PM CDT Dear Homeward Bound Sis, What a co-ink-ee-dink, I just got back from the beach. It really is nice and relaxing. I don't think Michael was in the least bit harsh, we all understand, I'm sure that he is just looking out for all of you. But we are all excited. I'm so happy that the three of you will be in your wonderful new home again. I plan on being at the beach with you guys every time and maybe we could go to the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna beach. What fun up ahead, can't wait, Love, Helena Helena - Wednesday, July 9, 2003 9:48 PM CDT Syl: I hear ya girl, about the tan - I have been here in So Cal for the past 7 mos and I still need a tan! It is great to hear you will be home. I hope your time home is wonderful. As always, T.J. and I are here if you need ANYTHING! Carmen Grand Terrace, CA USA - Wednesday, July 9, 2003 3:01 PM CDT Attention Everyone!!! When they come home, I will be the only one to see them, I am going to lock them up and hold them for 10 days straight. On a serious note, it appears that we will be having a beach party where everyone can come to and we can all cook out, have some laughs, and just relax. However I know some of you are going to be persistant on seeing Sylvia & Jakob before hand. Please understand they both need there rest, second be paient I know Sylvia will do her best in this short amount of time to visit with as many family and friends as possible. Also understand Jakob even though he is doing well, Cannot! AND I MEAN CANNOT!!! Be subjected to illness, virus, or anything else that could make Jakob sick Do not make me out to be the bad guy, but if I have to I will, at no point will I allow you to even be in general area if you are sick. I hope you all are getting the point and understanding that this is still very serious, and we are far from out of the woods. I will have masks and gloves and Antibacteria cleaning solutions available plan on useing them. More information will come on when and where this beach bash will be. Everyone have a wonderful day and continue to pray for Little Jakob. Thank you Michael Michael (Daddy) <michael v> Colton, Ca 92508 - Tuesday, July 8, 2003 9:51 AM CDT Good Morning Syl & Jakob, That is Great news that you're possibilities of coming home are high. And with all the prayers and blessings that God has provided you this year, you're chances of coming home are better than nothing. Take care and give Jakob lots of kisses and hugs. Love you both. Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, July 8, 2003 8:12 AM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, looking forward to our little reunion comming up. Sounds like your weekend was fun filled. Keep up your positive attitude, we are all leaning from your spirit and faith. All of our love and prayers, Julie Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Monday, July 7, 2003 0:11 AM CDT hi honey and my little popleeps tre it's grandma and mom. how is everything the last time I wrote to you it did not go through. I hope it does this time. I WAS AT AUNT SYLVIA'S HOUSE THIS WEEKEND,WE HAD A HOUse WARMING PARTY FOR HER,GARY they bought another house it was nice. I gave them your website so they will probably write to you and jakob I A'M LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND JAKCHUB SOON. I miss you both very much as all of us do valarie, athos had there first wedding anniversary on the fifth. I KEEP HEARING ABOUT THE BEACH PARTY BUT I DON'T KNOW WHEN IT IS but I KNOW THAT WE WILL HAVE A GOOD TIME BECAUSE WE WILL ALL BE together. I'm going to say goodbye for now. I love you both very much. Keep praying to Jehovah for strength. Give Jakob a kiss & hug and him to you. Sweet dreams of the queen. Love Always & Forever Mom AVE GOOD TIME. Helen <www.helen7g1b@aol.com> Mira Loma, CA USA - Sunday, July 6, 2003 11:23 PM CDT Hey Sis, I was hoping you had some sort of celebration for the 4th, I kept thinking about you and realizing that Michael was just recently there so probably not going to be there for the holiday. It sounds like you had a good support team there and had lots to keep you busy. We will celebrate again all together when you come out at the beach. I will add to my Monday 9am prayers that the trip out come true and we all get to see this wonderful little boy having fun and being surrounded by people who love him. I did get to see the video Marlo Thomas made, with Jakob as the star. He looked so cute and sweet and happy. Love you both, hope to see you soon....Helena Helena Halter - Sunday, July 6, 2003 2:35 PM CDT Hi Sylvia, This is Sylvia, your aunt (name sake). Just want you to know I read your last entry. My heart goes out to you and your precious boy. You, Jakob and Mike are in my prayers. Love, Aunt Sylvia Sylvia M. Hendricks <shendricks1@charter.net> Victorville, CA USA - Sunday, July 6, 2003 11:50 AM CDT Hi guys! We miss you! I rally felt bad about leaving you on this family holiday. I know we aren't family, but we are in a way! We are all home safe and sound. They gave us the full body search at the airport, they heard about Gillian. Drake is very gald to be home. Asking for food, but not eating it, just sucking and spiting out. It's a start. Jake give your mom a hug. You guys take care and call if you need anything! If you see a girl that looks like Gillian there this week, it is her good friend Dylan, give her a hug from Gillie Bean. Katie, Wade, Drake and Gillian Dahn <wdahn@austin.rr.com> Cedar Park, TX - Saturday, July 5, 2003 11:07 PM CDT Hello Sylvia & Jakob Boy where do you start, Well here it goes. We miss you both so much and have heard all the great things that God has and is doing with both of you and oh yeh Mr. M himself. Jakob you would just love the mountains right now. The flowers all along te road are brite and full of color, the fish are biteing. You guessed it this is ennifer, Nicole and Crazy Dan. The good Lord has been answering our prayers each day for your health and great progress. All the youth and congrgation are praying for you and Loma Linda staff. Mike has told us the great news about the Beach Party and can't wait. For you Sylvia my hair does not look the same. You know the COW lick. I pray that the Lord keeps strengthing you and keeps your spirits high. bet that you can't wait to see the beach and see what kind of mess Mike has made of it. We want to wish you the best and can't wait to see you both. What kind of toys or things does the little man need? Well God Bless and will see you real soon. Dan, Jennifer, and Nicloe Luke 15:3-7 Dan, Jennifer, and Nicole Conger <danbcngod@aol.com> Arrowbear, ca - Friday, July 4, 2003 3:52 PM CDT Hello Syl & Jakob, Happy 4th of July! Hope that you get to see some fireworks, and hurry home so that we can have that beach party! Syl we miss you and love you both. Love and kisses, Athos & Valarie Riverside, CA USA - Friday, July 4, 2003 11:13 AM CDT JAKOB, WE ARE SO EXCITED THAT YOU'LL BE COMING HOME SOON, UNCLE GARY TOOK THE WHOLE WEEK-END OFF, WANTS TO BE SURE THAT HE DOESN'T MISS THE JAKOB BEACH PARTY. WE MISS YOU LOADS AND LOADS. "WHERE THERE IS GREAT LOVE THERE ARE ALWAYS MIRACLES" AND YOU ARE GREATLY LOVED BY MANY. LOVE YOU, AUNT YOLI YOLANDA ELOFSON <ELOFSON@aol.com> ALTA LOMA, CA SAN BERNARDINO - Friday, July 4, 2003 0:26 AM CDT GooD Morning Syl & Jakob, That's great news! We're so happy to hear that jakob is having so much improvement and on the road to recoperation. He's our little "SuPeRMaN," Oh well Valarie said Hi! It's 6:09 am and i have to get back to work. Talk to you soon. Lots of love and kisses. Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, July 3, 2003 8:14 AM CDT Hello Syl & Jakob: Here is a riddle: Saddam sent his boy's in the supermarket to get groceries, when they came out Saddam asks, "Why are the groceries on a box?" and they responded: No Bagdad! Thanks, The Riddler CA USA - Wednesday, July 2, 2003 8:14 AM CDT Hello there Syl & my little man Jakob well as soon as I read about my little man being on tv I had to look for myself. he looks so handsome in his little red wagon. just seeing him smile like there's nothing wrong just brings tears to my eyes. I hope that you will be able to come in July. I'm just waiting July is a good time to go to the beach. It gives those of us the chance to see Syl and Jakob that haven't had the chance to yet. don't worry Syl I'm still coming, just waiting for my year to come up. I hope that you know just how lucky the two of you are to have Michael to be giving us this information so we can see how Jakob looks. I'm sure that you guys will keep us posted on your visit. well Syl give my little man lots of hugs and kisses, and you take care of yourself. I love you and miss you guys. Valarie <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, June 30, 2003 8:45 PM CDT For those that missed it, go to stjude.org click on full story, next page select on left side Marlows home video, then select your bandwith (high) then the media screen will appear select play and near the end Jakob appears. You can't miss him he is the one grabbing for the camera. Hope all of you can take a look, I don't think Sylvia knows that Jakob was on today. Boy will whe be surprised! I had a great time with them, and am looking forward to them coming home for a visit very soon. Jakob, Daddy loves you so very much, see you soon. Michael (Daddy) <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, Ca usa - Monday, June 30, 2003 1:39 PM CDT Yes Jakob was on the video and anyone would like to see it you can go to www.abc.com go to the a-z listing and choose good morning america then page down half way and right under Health/fitness select children that will link you. Then choose on the right side www.stjude.org site. Then choose full story under the Marlow picture. Then on the left side choose Marlow home video, then next site select the bandwith (I chose High) then the media player will appear hit play and at the end Jakob with this huge smile and grabbing for the camera will appear. I guess this kid is going big time, and this is just the begining! I don't even think sylvia knows he was on today, so this should be a surprise to her. Hey Jakob Daddy Loves You! And I will see you soon! Michael (Daddy) <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, Ca usa - Monday, June 30, 2003 1:17 PM CDT I,m so excited!!! I just saw Jakob on GMA (good morning america) Mitch told me that Marlo Thomas was going to be on to talk about St. Judes. She was talking about her late father and the hospital and they were showing video of the hospital and Jakob was the second to last child shown. I even more excited because I was there when they filmed the clip!!! Excited and happy to see you (hoping and praying) in a few weeks. Julie York Julie York - Monday, June 30, 2003 11:11 AM CDT hello eeryone, Here is another riddle: Saddam Housain had sent his sons to go get groceries, when the came out, they came out with boxes. Saddam asks his sons; Why did you get a box? No BAGDAD tThe riddler CA USA - Monday, June 30, 2003 8:59 AM CDT HEY THERE SYL, MICHAEL & JAKOB HOW ARE U 3 DOING. GOOD I HOPE. I HOPE U 3 ARE ENJOYING YOUR VISIT TOGETHER. WELL I'M GLAD 2 HEAR THAT SYL & JAKOB ARE GOING 2 COME OUT HERE FOR A VISIT. PLS LET ME KNOW WHAT YOUR PLANS ARE. I WOULD LIKE TO BE ABLE TO SEE THE 3 OF YOU TOGETHER. WELL I'M GONNA GO NOW. I'LL TALK TO YOU SOON. TAKE CARE OF LIL JAKOB. LOVE YOU, LIZ, SELENA, ALEXIS WE SEND YOU OUR LOVE & KISSES AND YOU'RE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS. ELIZABETH M. HERRERA <lizbobby@aol.com> MIRA LOMA, CA USA - Sunday, June 29, 2003 8:16 PM CDT Mike, Syl & Jakob: I am sure your visit is going great! We miss you here - the Saints (softball) won last night (even without Mike)! Thanks, Mike for the new paint - it looks great and I was surprised. Keep up the strengh, Syl - God is pruning you - John 15:1-17 Carmen Grand Terrace, CA USA - Sunday, June 29, 2003 4:20 PM CDT Hi every one! I got a riddle or joke to share with everyone who reads this! "what do you call a color man at a crosswalk?" Answer: Now you see me, Now you don't! The Riddler CA USA - Thursday, June 26, 2003 1:28 PM CDT Hi Little Sis, Well, what a week you've had. It's amazing all the things you two have experienced. It is also amazing how you've done with everything. You are a ROCK and Jakob is a very lucky little boy. Aunt Julie was asking me where you got your strenght from. I told her it was in you all the time and mixed with Michael's love and strength it made you even stronger. We are leaving Uncle Johnny's today after being here since Monday night. The kids had so much fun playing together and we went to Hurricane Harbour one day and Magic Mntain the next. Jackie, NOT Julia will be going to Florida for the whole summer on Sunday, so this was the only thing we could do before they left. Jackie, Tom and Olivia went camping with the neighborhood for a few days and had lots of fun. I had to stay home and do tons of other stuff. I hope you will have (I know you will have) a great visit with your hubby. I hope you can stay out-patient to fully enjoy it. Did you get all the veggie tale tapes? Got to go now, Love you bunches.........Helena Helena Halter - Thursday, June 26, 2003 10:43 AM CDT Hey Syl, Jakob & Michael, "Ya that's true the pay sucks! And you can't quit! And your employer is always grouchy(Jakob), you ain't missing out on much. All you got to look forward to is that all this hard work and patience is going to give a beautiful gift in the future. "A PERFECT BOND BETWEEN MOTHER AND SON" something most parents won't accomplish in a lifetime! Oh well have a nice weekend and we miss you guys so much! H U R R Y H O M E! with love, Athos Athos & Valarie Riverside, CA Estados Unidos - Thursday, June 26, 2003 8:44 AM CDT HEY THERE SYL & LIL JAKOB HOW ARE THE 2 OF U DOING. IT'S ME LIZ. JUST WANTED TO DROP U A FEW LINES. SYL, U HANG IN THERE, AND EVERYTHING WILL TURN OUT GOOD. JUST REMEMBER THAT EVERYONE OVER HERE LOVES U 2 AND CAN'T WAIT FOR U 2 TO COME HOME. TAKE GOOD CARE OF LIL JAKOB...... LOTS OF HUGS & KISSES TO BOTH OF U!!!! GOOD THING DADDY'S COMING....... HI MICHAEL......... HAVE FUN OVER THERE....... WE'LL TALK TO U SOON..... WE LOVE YOU BOTH............ LIZ, SELENA, ALEXIS ELIZABETH M. HERRERA <www.lizbobby2001@aol.com> MIRA LOMA, CA USA - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 9:36 PM CDT Dear Sylvia and Jakob, We have had an exciting week - Helena, Julia, Jackie and Olivia have been with us visiting for a few days. We are having lots of fun and continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers and are looking forward to later in the year when we can all get together and let Jakob play with his cousins. We send you are love, hugs and kisses - always!! Aunt Julie and Uncle Johnny (Andrew and Bobby too) <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Wednesday, June 25, 2003 6:05 PM CDT Wow Jacob....you are a wonderful little guy! I've enjoyed reading about you. Chris told me I would. I'm wishing you lots of happiness and keeping you in my prayers. Sue Wilson <dicksuewilson@insightbb.com> Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 7:15 PM CDT Hello Syl & Jakob, I hope that everything is going great and syl hang in there, everything is going to turn around and your going to receive so many blessings. Take care and talk to you later. Lots of hugs and kiss!!! Athos & Valarie Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 11:27 AM CDT Hey Syl & Jakob, Glad to hear you are both doing GREAT! That's super that your going to start radiation soon. That means the quicker you get through it the quicker you come home! YEAH! Oh well need to tke a nap at my desk so talk to you later. Oh before i forget Valarie say's hello. We miss you both, lots of love. Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 10:20 AM CDT hello sylvia bug and my little popleeps tre it'S MOM SUPRISE! THANKS TO LALA BUG WE NOW HAVE A COMPUTER AND I CAN TALK TO YOU TWO ANYTIME I WANT TO.I'VE BEEN READING SOME OF YOUR JOURNAL AND IT MAKES ME SAD TO SEE WHAT YOU AND JACHUB ARE GOING THOUGH YOU ARE SO STRONG AND I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH AND LITTLE POPLEEPS IS SUCH A GREAT LITTLE BOY AND MICHAEL YOU ARE WONDERFULL.AND I PRAY THAT WE ALL COME OUT OF THIS HAPPY AND SMILING. SYLVIA I KNOW THAT YOU HEARD ABOUT ROSE'S ORDEAL. ALEXIS'S WAS IN THE HOSPITAL TOO, SHE HAD A HIGH FEVER SHE IS FINE NOW. I WENT TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE A FEW WEEKS AGO TO COOK SOME MEALS FOR HER AND GRANDPA SHE FREEZES THEM AND USES THEN WHEN NEEDED. IT IS PAST TEN O CLOCK NOW SO I'AM GOING TO SAY GOOD NIGHT NOW HAVE TO WORK IN THE MORNING. LOVE MOM. HELEN <helen7g1b@aol.com> MIRA LOMA , CA USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 0:32 AM CDT Hello there Syl & Lil Jakob How are u 2 doing. It's me Liz. I'm so glad 2 hear that he's getting used to this, that it's not how it used to be. Hopefully everything goes well with his in-patient Chemo so then it'll b easier when he starts the out-patient treatments. Well I'm going to let u 2 go for now. Gotta get up early for work tomorrow. I'll talk 2 u tomorrow. Give Jakob lots of hugs & kisses from us 3. Love ya lots....... Love, Liz, Selena, Alexis Elizabeth M. Herrera <lizbobby@aol.com> Mira Loma, CA USA - Sunday, June 22, 2003 11:40 PM CDT Hello there Syl & Lil Jakob, It's me Liz. I just wanted 2 drop u a few lines 2 see how u 2 r doing. Mom finally got a computer so now I'll b able 2 write u 2 more often. Whenever u get a chance & the time drop me a few lines. I want 2 know how everything is with u 2. Well I'm going 2 say good-bye 4 now. And I hope 2 hear from u soon. Take care of Lil Jakob and especially yourself. You're always in my thoughts & prayers. Give Lil Jakob big hugs & kisses from his Auntie Liz, Cousins Selena & Alexis. We love & miss u 2 lots Talk 2 u soon Elizabeth M. Herrera <www.lizbobby2001@aol.com> Mira Loma, CA USA - Saturday, June 21, 2003 11:23 PM CDT Hey there Syl & Lil Jakob How r u 2 doing. I sent u 2 a lil' something last night, so I just wanted to say hello again. Mom FINALLY got a computer (better late then never) so I wanted to give U my new address. So when u get a chance drop me a few lines to let me know how u 2 r doing. We miss & love ya lots and will see u 2 soon. Give Jakob kisses & hugs from his Auntie Liz, & cousins Selena, Alexis. Elizabeth M. Herrera <www.lizbobby2001@aol.com> Mira Loma, CA USA - Saturday, June 21, 2003 10:59 PM CDT Sylvia & Jakob, Hi both of you, this is Vannys (twins friend). :) I just wanted you to know that every day just know that there are alot of us out here that are praying for Jakob, even though the boys and I have never met him, we are looking forward to meeting him and being lifelong friends. Much love and prayers Vannys, Nick, Bryan, and Corey Fisher. Vannys Salinas Fisher <gtfanta@yahoo.com> Riverside, Ca USA - Saturday, June 21, 2003 1:23 AM CDT hey there syl & lil jakob just wanted drop u 2 a few lines we love & miss u 2 so much jakob we can't wait 4 u 2 come home so we can play with u. liz herrera <lizbobby2001@yahoo.com> mira loma, ca usa - Saturday, June 21, 2003 1:13 AM CDT Hey there, Syl and Jakob. I hope you are both doing well. We all miss you both so very much. Hope you are not inpatient too long. The girls and I think about you both so much, and can't wait till you are both home again. Syl, you are doing an amazing job. I know that our job is to keep your spirits up during this trying time, but I have to tell you that reading your journal entries helps keep my spirits up!!! :-) I find it amazing how you manage to keep your sense of humor during all this stuff!!!!! You are an amazing woman....(who knew!!!!...Just kidding:-) But seriously you truly are an amazing woman, and mother, and an inspiration to us all. Take care of yourself, and give our sweet Jakob lots of hugs and kisses. You are in our thoughts and prayers, all our love, Rebecca, Ashleigh, and Mariss. Rebecca Garcia Las Vegas, - Saturday, June 21, 2003 0:14 AM CDT Hello Sylvia, Michael, and Precious Jakob! I'm so sorry its taken so long for us to write. I want you to know that there isn't a day that goes by that you all aren't in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers. I work in the same building as Michael and everytime I look out the window and see his car I say a prayer for all of you. You're such a beautiful family. Sylvia, you are being so strong. There's no doubt that times get rough, but you are such a phenomenal woman and mother, your strenght and beauty are truely shining. Be encouraged when those tough times come, and remember that God is ALWAYS there. Talk to Him often. I know it's hard, but try to get your rest and nutrition so that you can be at your best for Jakob. We didn't get to know one another that well, but if you ever need anything or anyone to talk to, I'm always here for you. We love all of you and will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you all, and a speedy recovery for Jakob. Be Blessed! Simone, Andre, and Little Andre Carrington <simcarr@adelphia.net> Rialto, CA 92377 - Friday, June 20, 2003 10:07 PM CDT HI SYLVIA AND JAkob, We are talking to the Lord in your behalf We will continue. Hang in there God is good!!!!! David and Teresa Taylor <Prayerwarrior123@37.com> Fontana, Ca usa - Wednesday, June 18, 2003 5:34 PM CDT Syl & Jakob: Well I guess no news is good news! I hope all is well. I keep reading most every day. I wish there was more we could do - but we do pray and think of you often. Carmen McCree <candtmac@dslextreme.com> Grand Terrace, CA - Wednesday, June 18, 2003 12:39 AM CDT Jakob we will miss you very much too. You know how much Drake loves you little guys! We can help you get some pictures up. We as in Wade, this weekend. It is really great having you all around, even under these circumstances. We pray for you everynight and hope we can help. Wade, Katie, Drake and Gillian <www.caringbridge.org/tx/drakedahn> St. Jude, - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 8:01 PM CDT Hello, where are the pictures? Oh that reminds me, I still have to send you the pictures that I have from my visit. We all look really cute. O.k. I got to go. LoveYa Jacob, and look foward to lots of Disney Stuff. Bye, Bye. Kathy Riverside, CA - Monday, June 16, 2003 2:17 AM CDT Hi Syl, It's me Kathy. Can you believe it I finally found the web page, it only took me like 3 hours! The real sad thing is I don't really know how I even got here so hopefully I can find my way back. I was able to find many other peoples guest book but yours. I asked Harry about our e-mail, and he says that something is wrong with it right know, so thats why it wasn't working last night. Well I'll talk to you soon. Tell Jakob we all said Hi. LoveYa Kathy <Harry453@hotmail> Riverside, Ca U.S.A - Monday, June 16, 2003 1:56 AM CDT Sylvia & Jakob, Just received this website from Michael and finally checked it out. Glad the treatments and therapy are helping. We miss you guys at the softball games. We're praying that treatments will go well so you can come home in July for a visit. In His love, Gordon & LeDair. Gordon & LeDair Bergman <glbergman@mindspring.com> Riverside, CA USA - Sunday, June 15, 2003 9:40 PM CDT Jakob, Sylvia, and Michael, you are always in our thoughts and prayers! May God Bless you and we hope you all are doing well. Our hearts reach out to you guys everyday! The Cordesius <catdramaqueen04@hotmail.com> Corona, CA USA - Saturday, June 14, 2003 10:25 PM CDT Good Morning Syl, Jakob & Micheal, We're very happy that jakob is growing some hair and his counts are getting up there. And Syl we think of you as "SuperMOM". I know that this page is only for Jakob but i think that you guys should know that Rose is in the Hospital for inflamation "APENDIX" and will be getting surgery today. So if everyone can pray for her. If you need more info call mom on cell phone. But other than that give Jakob lots of hugs and kisses. Athos & Valarie Benincasa Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, June 12, 2003 8:46 AM CDT Sylvia, we will say extra prayers for you and Jacob this week. Wish we were there to help you out. Try to rest as often as possible and give it all up to God and he will refresh your spirit. Love, Julie Julie York - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 9:01 PM CDT Thank you Michael, for giving us that insight. I know that at the end of my busy day even when everything blows sideways it is nothing in comparison to what Sylvia goes through day/night, in and out. She is AMAZING!!! It must be her strong will and as you said her love for Jakob. There is daily proof that God is listening and doing His best to answer all the prayers throughout the country for this wonderful family, Helena Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 2:30 AM CDT Hello Sylvia and Jakob, We are friends of Jakob's Grandpa (Mike Valenzuela) who has continued to keep us updated on his status. Mike sent us the website today which we will refer to often in the future. My wife (Estella) and I, along with the prayer chain at our church, have prayed for Jakob since learning of his illness and will continue to do so. We also have a group of men who meet for Bible study and prayer every Saturday morning and I will share the latest information with them tomorrow. So, about 8:00am tomorrow morning California time we will have a group prayer for Jakob (you, and your family). Gods blessings, Darryl & Estella Craft Darryl Craft / Estella Craft <eedcraft@aol.com> Redlands , CA USA - Friday, June 6, 2003 11:24 PM CDT Hi Sylv, Sorry I haven't written lately, I was in Washington St for high school business.......... Well, you are everybody's HERO!!! It is truly awesome the way you speak out without complaining and bring everything back to Jakob, who is truly amazing, he gets that from YOU and from Michael also. God has graced you with amazing vision. Love, Helena Helena Halter - Thursday, June 5, 2003 11:10 AM CDT HeY sYl AnD jAkOb, I jUsT wAnTeD tO sAy "YoUr ThE bEsT!" We SeNd LoTs Of HuGs AnD KiSsEs. Just remember time comes and goes but memories and experience is a lifetime. (^-^) Well have to return to work, and not sleep! Will be calling you soon. P.s. HoPe It MaDe SeNsE! AtHoS & vAlArIe RiVeRsIdE, Ca UsA - Wednesday, June 4, 2003 8:36 AM CDT Hey girl, I'm exhausted just reading your latest post! You are strong and remarkable. Jake, keep mommy smiling. Love and prayes to you both. Julie XOXOXO Julie York - Tuesday, June 3, 2003 7:22 PM CDT Hey Syl, I normally go on everynight to get Jakob's update and never miss but a day or 2, it is like sitting there and talking to you, (sure miss those times). But we will soon have them again. That lil soldier of yours sounds like a fighter and with God's grace he will conquer this! Please tell Michael to stop by before his next trip out there. I have a little something I would like to send with him for you and something for Jakob. Vickie Mendoza <vick449@earthlink.net> Riverside, Ca - Tuesday, June 3, 2003 0:03 AM CDT Hey Mr. Jakob and Mom, Sylvia!! Just wanted to check in with you to see how things are going. We snuck home for a much needed break last Friday before Emma Grace starts radiation. It seems we are on the "homerun" stretch now as radiation is the final phase before home-home. We think of you often and keep you in our prayers always. You are such a little man who has a smile that has stolen all our hearts! Love you and take care, Emma Grace, Barney & Trish Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace> Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Monday, June 2, 2003 3:09 PM CDT Good Morning Syl & Jakob, I'm just writing to say "HI" it's a monday! Hope that your doing great will try to call later on today if not during the week. Give jakob a big hug and a kiss from both of us. And we miss you guys a lot so hurry home, but remember all the way home! Valarie & Athos Riverside, CA Estados Unidos - Monday, June 2, 2003 8:13 AM CDT Well, today, Olivia (my 3 yr old) clasped her hands together and said 'We have to God for prayshance'. Which I took to mean she wanted to pray. She thanked God for her daddy and for her Jakob. AMEN!!! Olivia Halter - Sunday, June 1, 2003 1:21 AM CDT Hey, I have been out of touch for awhile and just cought up on your last week. What a big week, it seems like it was a rollercoster ride. Your attitude and spirits are remarkable, Sylvia you just keep pushing on, your strength is a gift from God. Kiss Jakob and rub his forehead for me. I wish I could do it myself. Close your eyes and feel my arms around you. I love you. Julie :-) XOXO Julie York - Friday, May 30, 2003 10:34 PM CDT Hello Jakob, Sylvia, and Michael, I know you haven't heard from me lately, but I am still reading the journal and praying for continued progress.You are in my thoughts daily. If you need me for anything, please let me know. All of us love you guys and miss you tremendously. Love and kisses to Jakob Mrs. Janice Janice Taylor Corona, , CA. USA - Thursday, May 29, 2003 2:44 PM CDT Hey Syl & Jakob, We're so happy to hear that he's doing great! {^_^} I'm very sorry to hear that he's vomiting every where and don't worry about time or months what you got to remember is, that all this will bring you closer and closer to each other in life. And Jakob being that cute little boy with a heart filled with joy, and of course God's helping hand you'll be home b4 you know it. Oh we'll g2g back to work. Lots of love and kisses. Athos & Valarie Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, May 29, 2003 12:42 AM CDT Hi Sylv and Jakob, Well, I hope that Dr. Sanford finds good things tomorrow and the intrathecal can start. I know you've been waiting for this for a while. Jakob is so amazing, he knows so much and he is the best trooper ever. I hope you are having sweet dreams, and I will have promising prayers under my pillow tonight for a great tomorrow. Love you, Helena Helena Halter - Thursday, May 29, 2003 1:19 AM CDT Good Morning Jakob & Syl, I hope that your weekend together was fantastic! To bad it's got to end, but memories are forever. Hope this makes sense still sleeping mentally while body wide awake. Got to go back to work. But really going back to sleep. Love both of you guys (jakob & Syl) and if michael is there him too. xoxox Athos & Valarie Riverside , CA USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 10:08 AM CDT Hi Jakob - and Jakob's family. My name is Sue and I'm a friend of Cristal and her family. They have told all of us how much they love you so I'll tell you that I Love You TOO!!:) We are all praying that you are doing better and you keep all the other kids in line, ok? The doctos and nurses, too..............cause I'm sure they have your number. God Bless - Sue Sue Goddard <writesg@hotmail.com> Lakeland, Fl USA - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 8:32 AM CDT Hi guys, I am glad you are having a nice visit. I'm sure it's great to be away from the hospital-hustle and bustle and uncertainty of what lies ahead, at least in the near future. It's better to wait and find out the best way to proceed than jump to something that may be for the normal protocol. However, we all know that Jakob is anything but normal, he is MAGNIFICANT and is doing so well, we alre all very happy for all three of you. Take care, and enjoy each other, Helena Helena Halter - Monday, May 26, 2003 8:30 PM CDT HI MIKE SYL. AND MY BIG BOY JOKOB. THIS IS NANA I LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH IT WAS GREAT TO TALK TO JAKOB ON THE PHONE IT MADE ME FEEL SO SPECIAL. HE SOUNDS SO GREAT AND I,AM SO HAPPY HE IS DOING SO GOOD. MOM AND DAD LODER WILL BE THERE SOME TIME NEXT WEEK TO SEE YOU AND HUG MY LITTLE GUY FOR ME.I WISH I COULD HAVE GONE BUT ITS GOING TO AWHILE BEFORE I CAN, BUT KNOW YOU GUYS ARE ALWAYS ON MY MINE AND IN MY PRAYERS.KAT AND MIST SEND THERE LOVE PAPA DAVID SENDS HIS.EVERYONE HERE AT MY WORK SEND THERE PRAYS AND THAY ALL READ YOUR WEB PAGE TO SEE HOW JAKOB IS DOING AND WHEN HE DOESNT FEEL WELL THAY DONT EATHER. SO NO WORK GETS DONE AROUND HERE.HA WELL I LOVE AND I WILL GET BACK TO YOU SOON. GIVE JOKOB LOVES FOR ME.I ALSO SENT SOMETHING WITH MOM AND POP LODER FOR JOKOB AND SYL. HOPE YOU LIKE IT LOVE ALWAYS NANA. KATHY SMITH <JULY2106@E-ISCO.COM> KLAMATH FALLS, OR KLAMATH - Friday, May 23, 2003 11:59 AM CDT Good Morning Jakob, Syl & Michael, How was the zoo! YA!! what animals did he get to see? Hope you guys have a fun weekend together. That great on jakobs recovery! We love you guys and send lots of love and kisses. bye! Valaire & Athos Riverside, CA USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 8:26 AM CDT Jakob: I love you Jakob and I am praying for you at school. I hope you feel better soon so you can come see me. Tiffany McCree Grand Terrace, CA USA - Thursday, May 22, 2003 8:26 PM CDT Jakob here come prayers from Kansas City and my Mom send prayers from Wisconsin. Prayers are coming from all over the country for you. Sue Nolen Sue Nolen Kansas City, MO USA - Thursday, May 22, 2003 6:14 PM CDT Hello Syl, Jakob & Michael, Hope that you have a Memorial weekend together! Syl did you get the cards we sent you? Oh well already at work! Talk to you later. Bye bye. Lots of hug and kisses from us. Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA 92505 - Thursday, May 22, 2003 8:14 AM CDT Have a blessed visit!!! Love, Julie Julie York - Wednesday, May 21, 2003 11:11 PM CDT Hey Syl, hope everything is going well. Good to hear that you should be out of the hospital in time to visit with Michael!! Have a wonderful time together. Give Jakob kisses and say hello to Michael for us. Take care, talk to you soon. Love Rebecca and girls.:-) Rebecca Garcia Las Vegas, NV - Wednesday, May 21, 2003 11:46 AM CDT Hello Syl, We're so happy that Jakob is doing "GREAAAAAAT", How are you doing? Get enough sleep? I've heard that you watch tornados on "TV" or in the movie called "TWISTER" :-) Oh well got to go back to work, but really I'm going to go back to sleep! Talk to you later. Love you both. xoxoxoxo Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 9:03 AM CDT Sylvia, your strength has to be coming from the Lord! I read your entries daily and am amazed at all that you are enduring and seeing all that your little boy is going thru.God has blessed Jacob with a special mommy and He has blessed you with a special little "fighter". Continue to cling to God for strength and we continue to pray for Jacobs recovery and for you, Jacob and Michael to be all together and back home soon! Vickie <vick449@earthlink.net> Riverside, ca - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 2:36 AM CDT jakob, Hello Jakob. Its yor cousin Gary. Just wanted to say hi to you. Do you know that the only picture I have on my fridge is a picture of me holding you. I sure do you miss you and your parents. I hear you are doing well. I hope your parents tell me when you are going home so I can make a trip out west to see you. I promise I will take you to Disenyland (if your grandma Dana will let you out of her sight, she sure does miss you) Take care....Love Gary Gary Elofson Jr <Fingtxcwby@cs.com> Houston, tx USA - Monday, May 19, 2003 8:51 PM CDT Tornado warning, how exciting (well, maybe). I'm glad to hear things are going well with Jakob and that your doing well too. I'll be in contact with you soon. Love and Prayers to you & Jakob. Julie Y. Julie York - Monday, May 19, 2003 6:27 PM CDT HI yous! Boy how much do you LOOOVE LeBonheur... HA! How 'bout that food girl? Stick to the burgers or chicken fingers... it's your best bet. (smile) Christal and I pray for you both daily. Sanford is the BEST, and we know this. Stay strong... (so easy to say, like what ELSE would you do right?) I have pictures for you when we come back to Memphis in just 27 days, feels like a lifetime from now. I don't know if you heard or not, but they sent Brendle home on oral chemo. Nothing more they could do. Sad. She fought so hard since last September. On a lighter note, Christal has gotten better and better daily. We have a long road to getting her ready this summer for kindergarten next year. It's hard to believe she's 5 already. Hug that beautiful baby boy. See you soon. Chris & Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa, FL - Monday, May 19, 2003 9:51 AM CDT Hi Sylvia and Jakob, Just wanted to say hi and tell you that we miss you guys sooo much. Yes, we are still inpatient too. Karina spiked another fever today so we don't know when we will be getting out. Hope to see you two soon. We love you much! Hugs and Kisses! Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net> Laurel (I wish), MD - Monday, May 19, 2003 0:57 AM CDT Hi Sylv, Well, I do know what you mean about waking up with a little footprint stuck somewhere in your back. Olivia comes into our bed around 5am and kicks around til she falls back to sleep. I'm so glad to hear that everything is going well, I'm sure they are doing necessary surgery and it seems likes it's helping. It was so great to hear him wow an schmooze the doctors. Yes, miracles do happen every day!! I hope you have a good week, and that you got your birthday package. Love you, Helena Helena Halter - Monday, May 19, 2003 0:20 AM CDT Oh Sylvia, I'm so sorry you and Jakob went through all this, and alone. I hope he's doing much better today. We will pray, pray, pray. By the way, we are participating in a cancer sociaty "Relay for Life" walk this morning. I'm hopefull Tayler will walk in the "survivor" lap. We will be thinking of you two all day. Julie Julie Y - Saturday, May 17, 2003 10:18 AM CDT Hi Syl & Jakob, It might rain and it might not rain! The weather in Honolulu is going to be windy saturday and cloudy sunday! I hope that's what you wanted. We're very touched by what has happen to our "little man" but he will come back to his normal self soon! But remember we'll be praying for you and Jakob. You Syl are the "BEST MOM A KID CAN EVER HAVE!" and don't you forget that! We'll got to go!!!! Love you always, Valarie & Athos P.s. Give Jakob lots of kisses for me! Valarie & Athos Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside-GO LAKERS!, CA USA - Friday, May 16, 2003 9:45 PM CDT Wow, talk about an emotional day. It was great to see a happy ending, other than the fact you have to be in-patient all weekend. It's amazing how fast Jakob goes from one extreme to the next. YOU know your son better than anyone, and Thank God Dr. Sanford recognizes that. Once again you prove how truly amazing you are. Oh and by the way, we are all doing the indian rain dance for the big island. Take care, and may God bless you and keep you both this weekend and every day, Love, Helena Helena Halter - Friday, May 16, 2003 8:25 PM CDT My, how things change from one day to the next. This little guy is full of surprises. I'll be praying tomorrow for the steady hands of the surgeons, Jakobs recovery and that you feel the comfort of God on your sholder. Love you, Julie Julie Y - Thursday, May 15, 2003 11:39 PM CDT Oh my, what an amazing entry. You must be grinning from ear to ear, because I certainly am. Jakob is truly a miracle. It seemed for so long that he was going through all the bad effects that could happen to him ever since January, but now look at the results!! I have tears of joy in my eyes and so much love for you, Jakob, Michael and the Lord. I will be thinking of Jakob tomorrow and praying for the doctors as well as he undergoes this procedure. Lots of love, Helena Helena Halter - Thursday, May 15, 2003 8:50 PM CDT Sylvia! I am so happy to hear Jakob is doing SO MUCH BETTER!! God IS great! P.S. Happy Birthday! Yvonne Carreno <Yvonnesbox@cs.com> Riverside, CA - Thursday, May 15, 2003 1:19 AM CDT Okay, we'll be thinking of you and praying everything goes well. Boy, that little boy is a tough cookie. Love, Julie Julie Y. - Wednesday, May 14, 2003 3:35 PM CDT Hello Syl & Jakob, We'll I'm very sorry to hear about another surgery (maybe) but the precious miricles that GOD has done so far. All i can say is "Don't give up! Stay strong! Everything will turn for the Best!" We'll be praying for Jakob and that he comes true it like a CHAMP! We love you and send you guys lots of kisses and hugs. Love Athos & Valarie P.s. Hope this makes sense! Athos & valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Wednesday, May 14, 2003 3:33 PM CDT Hi there sweet Jakob, I am just catching up on your website, it is so wonderful to hear about your progress, and to read all the wonderful thoughts from everyone who loves you and your mommy. I wanted to tell you sweet Jakob that I had a really great time visiting you and your mommy. Your aunt Rosie and I did not want to leave you guys!!!!! I will cherish the memories of all of us playing on the floor, surrounded by all your toys, and watching Jonah, over and over and over again, but just seeing you smile when it would come on, and watching you dance to the music was worth it!!!!!. I will always remember holding your little hands while your mommy was changing your dressing and cleaning your lines. I was amazed at how calm you were, you just held my fingers and waited for her to be all finished. I look forward to the day when you are both back home with your daddy. Take care of your mommy, she loves you very much. I hope to see you again real soon. Until then all my love, your Auntie Rebecca. Hey Syl, just wanted to say again how much I enjoyed our time together. It was simply amazing to see you with Jakob, you handle everything so wonderfully. You are a very strong woman, and a truly wonderful mother. I miss you both so very much. Take care of yourself, and have a wonderful birthday. Talk to you soon. I Love you, Rebecca. Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Las Vegas, NV USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 10:04 PM CDT HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY SYL!!! I look at Jakob's picture every time I open up the refridgerator, and believe me that's often. I see his smily face (the picture we took on the beach in Sept)and it brings a smile to my heart and keeps him close to me. At every meal together and each night Mitch, Tay and Bran and I pray together for you and Jakob. I just love to see Brandon squint his eyes as he prays for Jakob. We miss you two and hope and pray for Jakob's recovery and we are ELATED that his scans are clean. (prayer does change things) "And it will come about that whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be delivered" Joel 2:32 Love, Julie Julie York - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 7:24 PM CDT Hey Syl & Jakob, Happy Birthday again! I know you were 29 today but remember you only look "21"!!! Think that should make up for my mistake earlier. Love you guys! Athos Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 2:14 PM CDT WELL HAPPY BIRTHDAY SYL. I'M SO GLAD TO HEAR ABOUT JAKOB. I HOPE THAT YOU ARE ENJOYING YOUR BIRTHDAY. IT IS A BLESSING TO HAVE MY LITTLE MAN OKAY. WELL JUST TO CLARIFY (SUSANNA) MY HUSBAND WAS THE ONE THAT THOUGHT SYL WAS 30 I KNOW THAT SHE IS 29. WELL SYL I'LL TRY TO CALL YOU LATER ON TODAY AFTER I GET OUT OF WORK. AGAIN I AM SO RELIEVED TO KNOW THAT JAKOB'S MRI CAME OUT CLEAN. I HOPE THAT YOUR VISIT WITH MICHAEL WAS A WONDERFUL VISIT ESPECIALLY WITH THE MRI CLEAN. GIVE JAKOB A BIG HUG & KISS FROM ME. AND SYL HAVE A WONDERFUL B-DAY. I LOVE YOU GUYS PS I HOPE THAT YOU ENJOYED THE MOTHER'S DAY CARD THAT WE HAD SENT YOU. VALARIE <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 1:19 PM CDT OH SYLVIA AND MICHEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I AM SO SO SO HAPPY TO HEAR THE GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!!GOD BLESS JAKOB. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SYLVIA! WE SHALL GET TOGETHER SOON AND CELEBRATE 29 YEARS!!I THINK WE NEED TO TELL VALERIE IT IS 29 NOT 30...29!! WHAT LOVE THE THREE OF YOU HAVE...MAY THE REST OF THE WEEK RETURN GOOD TEST RESULTS. LOVE YOU SUSANNA SUSANNA <sgalvez@apu.edu> RIVERSIDE, CA US - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 1:01 PM CDT Hoppy Birthday Sylvia. Very glad to hear the good news Mike is on a real high. Hope you can celebrate today. Mary Mary Wade <maryw@kfrog.net> Colton, Ca. USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 12:23 AM CDT "Look to this day, for it is life. For yesterday is already a dream and tomorrow is only a vision. But today well lived makes every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope." - Sanskrit Proverb Congradulations on the no recurrence of tumors!!!!!!!!!! It can only get better!!!!!!!!! Jakob is always in my prayers. P.S. Happy Birthday Sylvia you could'nt have ask for a better present than no recurrence of cancer!!!!!!!! God Bless Gina Gina Vidal-Villegas <gv112@hotmail.com> San Bernardino, Ca. San Bernardino - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 12:22 AM CDT Happy Birthday Sylvia! I hope you are able to spend some time on yourself today, you deserve it! Oh, by the way, the fire marshal said not put candles on your cake because at your age it could be a fire hazard. HA! Just Kidding, happy birthday! Bob & Mary Ann <robertvl@kfrog.net> Riverside, ca Germany - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 10:42 AM CDT Well, Happy Birtday Little sister. I sent you something that you should get by Friday, although I know it does not compare to the gift God has given you in Jakob and in his clean results. I have kicked off my own weekly prayer time for Jakob and I had so many responses from friends and family that I am litterally blown away. If anyone wants to join our prayer time it is every Monday, 9am California time. I hope you have a great week and I'm so glad that Michael is there to share both these wonderful occasions. Have a great day. Please give Jakob the biggest hug in the world for me. Love you all, Helena Helena Halter - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 9:48 AM CDT What wonderful news about Jakob!! Couldn't come at a better time too, with your birthday, Sylvia. God is good and we all know He answers prayers! We will continue to pray for you guys until you are back home in Riverside! Take care... Renee Kanoti <momofjktn@msn.com> Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 9:17 AM CDT Wow! God continues to bless the Valenzuela family!! Great news on Jacob, and Sylvia's Birthday!! I know what joy it brings to your face to be there for both of these milestones. Continue to rejoice in God's majesty, on the mountain and in the valley, and he will be faithful. I Thank God for the strength that he has given to both of you. You are all missed greatly!!!!!! T.J. & Carmen - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 3:18 AM CDT Happy "30th" Birthday! I hope that you have a WONDERFUL DAY as YESTERDAYS BLESSING! Love you both and give a big hug to Jakob from both of us. Love always, Athos Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 1:03 AM CDT WHAT A TESTIMONY YOU GUYS WILL HAVE, WITH THIS MIRACLE OF JAKOBS CANCER BEING CURED! AND WHAT A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY PRESENT SYLVIA! I BET THIS WAS THE BEST GIFT YOU COULD OF RECEIVED. MY FAMILY WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY. I AM SO ANXIOUS TO HAVE MY NEIGHBOR BACK!!! GOD BLESS ALL 3 OF YOU!! VICKIE MENDOZA <VICK449@EARTHLINK.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 0:40 AM CDT What GREAT news!!! It's so nice to hear such good news and to know that Mike was able to be there for it! Things are progressing very nicely. I'm looking forward to more good news in future posts. Oh, P.S. > Happy Birthday Grandma Silvia! HA! Bob & Mary Ann <robertvl@kfrog.net> Riverside, ca Australia - Monday, May 12, 2003 6:20 PM CDT Hello Micheal, Syl & Jakob, That is great news! What a blessing to hear that there is no more cancer! We'll call you later Syl, Val says hi to the three of you. She's at work right now. And i have to return to work. And Micheal hope you have a nice flight home. If you need a lift from the airport give me a call. Lots of hugs and kisses, Athos Benincasa Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yaho.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, May 12, 2003 1:31 PM CDT Dear Jakob, Sylvia and Michael What wonderful, wonderful news. We have been anxiously awaiting news and have tears of joy in our eyes. We all will continue to keep you in our prayers and will wait for more continued good news as the week progresses. Please give Jakob extra hugs and kisses from the Garcia Family. What a beautiful birthday present you have just received. Did you receive the small box of clothes - they should be there today? Hugs and kisess Uncle Johnny, Julie, Andrew and Bobby <julie@aphex.com or jgeeman@aol.com> Saugus, CA - Monday, May 12, 2003 1:22 PM CDT Hi Jakob, I am a friend of your Aunt Helena and cousin Julia's. Today at 9:00 AM California time, I prayed for your full recovery and will keep praying for you until you come home. I hope you can feel all the love and prayers coming your way from so many people. Shelly Terry Shelly Terry Mission Viejo, CA USA - Monday, May 12, 2003 11:25 AM CDT Hello Syl, Jakob & MIcheal, HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! We're very happy to hear that you guys are having a blast! And that Jakob is doing so good, Cause you both are the "BEST" and "LOVING" parents that Jakob can ever have! Will be praying for Jakobs MRI test tomorrow and we have the faith that everything will come out Perfect! Well remember, We Love You and have you always in our thoughts. Love always, Athos & Valarie P.s. This Psalms is to long to type in but if you have your Bible in hand, It tells you that all you need is to have faith and i think this would be a perfect one to Dedicate to Jakob so please open you bible's and turn to Psalms 91:1-16. The rest is self explanitory. Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Sunday, May 11, 2003 11:44 PM CDT Our thoughts are prayers are with you little guy!! I am a friend of your Aunt Helena's and am glad she asked us to be on your prayer chain. One day at a time and one prayer at a time and you will get through this trying time. Debi Dahlman Mission Viejo, CA USA - Sunday, May 11, 2003 10:52 PM CDT Well it sounds like the threesome is doing just great. I am so happy Michael that Jakob's counts are high and the three of you are spending valuable time together. I will pray that all of your future visits are this happy and joyful. I'll be praying for Jakob's scan tomorrow. I know this week will be a difficult week to bear, but with strong faith and prayer we will all get through it together. Just remember you are not alone. Your Lord and Savior along with all your family and friends are going through this as well. Well need to be off for church now. Hugs and kisses to all three of you. Sylvia, you are an outstanding mother to Jakob. If he could tell you in words he would. But I think you know it by the way he looks at you. God Bless, Julie Julie York - Sunday, May 11, 2003 12:31 AM CDT Michael, Your words are so touching and every ounce of your love for your 'little family' comes through loud and clear in every word. I'm so glad you are there for her this very special week. Tomorrow kicks off my own weekly prayer day for Jakob along with every one I know and we will continue to pray for as long as it takes. Please give Sylvia a special HUG from me and Tom, Jessica, Julia, Jackie and Olivia today and for the nest two days Love, hugs and kisses, Helena Helena - Sunday, May 11, 2003 10:32 AM CDT Hello Daddy, Syl & Jakob, We're very happy to hear that he's doing great! Wow, the zoo that sounds great. Make sure you go see the giraffes. And we miss you both (Jakob & Syl) cause we have you here Michael and we can see you whenever we want! (j/k). Well g2g will be praying for Jakobs MRI that it comes out fine. Lots of hugs and kisses "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13" Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Friday, May 9, 2003 8:33 PM CDT Well, Little Sister, I did hear about the tornado's and wondered how close they were to you. Well, no duck and cover yet, I'll keep praying that they will pass you by. I also thought Julie's entry was very touching and insightful, although, I can only guess at the experiences you two have been through. I am very happy to hear that Tayler is now Cancer free. Your memo to Cancer was very much to the point. Remember, God only gives us what we can handle and what he does gives us makes us stronger. I know that Jakob is due to have his repeat scans next Monday and I would like to get a prayer time for all who know and love JAKOB to put all their resources together and take 5-10 minutes on the 12th of May and PRAY, PRAY, PRAY. I know that we all are praying for all of you every chance we get, but maybe if we all take a minute or two every week at the same time and do a collective prayer that God will hear our prayers all at once and he will guide you all out of this jungle. I can see from all of the beautiful and thoughtful guestbook entries that are made daily that this would be something that can actually make a difference in Jakob's future. I ask all of you who know and love Michael, Sylvia and especially Jakob to join me on the 12th, (a day before Sylvia's birthday)and every Monday after that at 12:00 noon Tennesse time and 9:00am CA time and continue this every Monday until Jakob is also Cancer free like his cousin Tayler and back home where he belongs. With all my love, Helena Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA USA - Wednesday, May 7, 2003 0:38 AM CDT hey Syl & Jakob, We're happy to hear that he's doing great and up to speed with chemo and eating tube. But remember that when you see pigs and cows flying by your window it means run. (Laughing) Be careful we miss you both so much and hope to see you soon. We send lots of hugs and kisses. Athos P.s. How are you doing with toothbrushes? Do you need more Floss? Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Tuesday, May 6, 2003 2:51 PM CDT Hi Syl, hows the weather out there? I have been worried about you two. My friend Sue in Kansas City has had a tornado run through her neighborhood. Her house and dogs are fine but there was devistation on her street. Hopefully this will blow over soon. Thinking about you two always, Julie P.S. I hope this does not affect Michael's flight. Julie York - Tuesday, May 6, 2003 10:14 AM CDT Hi you guys hope everyone is having fun and wish I was there. Looking forward to the days when we can all spend time together. Lots of kisses to Jakob. Julie Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Sunday, May 4, 2003 1:40 PM CDT Syl & Jake, How was today?Syl I just got done reading all of your entrys from the last several weeks.I WAS BEHIND A little bit.I can't even see straight right now between reading all of those and the guest book and crying.I wish we all knew what you were going threw.I think it would just make us feel like we could help more.I loved your entry of talking to Jakob and explaining things to him now.It is amazing the things that they understand.You just have to talk to him like he's an adult.They understand soooooo much even though they can't talk or tell you something.They listen to everything.It was so good to talk to you the other day.I hope you had fun with Julie.Hope you're having fun now with Rose and Rebecca.Michael will be there again before you know it.You're in our prayers.We miss you.Love,Joe,Di,&Des Di,Joe&Des <Joesarkis@msn.com> Corona, Ca - Friday, May 2, 2003 2:11 AM CDT hello syl, jakob, rebecca and rosie well I hope that you guys are having a wonderful time. and syl you are right the garcia's have arrived. and we all know that quiet is anything but us. doesn't everyone know. well i'm glad that my little man is doing good too bad about the therapy but at least he waves bye bye when you guys are leaving. i hope that you are having fun with the girls. and if all goes well i should be visiting at the end of october. i've already got quotes for the trip. well i'm sure that you guys want to go to sleep now. so i will talk to you later. you guys are in our thoughts and prayers. all our love to you both. we love you guys. Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Friday, May 2, 2003 1:37 AM CDT Hey big guy & mom, glad you're mingling with the stars, hope you enjoy us common folks when you get back to Calif., missed you both in Texas, thought about you, Holly & Gary donated all the wedding flowers from the ceremony & reception to McDonald House in honor of JAKOB VALENZUELA. Jake, you would have loved the way they smelled. love you both and hope to see you real soon. yolanda eloifson <elofson@aol.com> alta loma, ca san bernardino - Thursday, May 1, 2003 10:10 PM CDT Hi Jakob & Syl, How are you guys doing? We're doing pretty good. I'm happy for you guys meeting all those "STARS", but i only have one question: are they short and stubby? Oh we're very happy that your both doing great and having lots of fun. Well take care and remember to teach Jakob how to say "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." Philippians 4:13 We'll talk to you later, lots and lots of love and kisses. Athos Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 11:15 AM CDT Hi Jakob-I'm a friend of Chris and Christal and just wanted you to know you are in our prayers. I pray that your treatments will be easier and soon this will just be a memory as you play with your family and friends. Barbara Guilbault <optimist1@shaw.ca> Calgary, AB Canada - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 10:02 PM CDT Hi Sylvia & Jakob, Just a note to say that you and Michael are in our thoughts and prayers. We ask Jesus to grant His healing grace over Jakob and to give strength and faith to you and Michael. I work with Grandpa, and you might remember me from Bourns Softball and also the Credit Union. Al & Tory Lara <al.lara@bourns.com> Riverside, CA - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 12:22 AM CDT Hi Sylvia and Jacob I hear you got out of the hospital yesterday. Yeah!!! I am Mary Wade, your Dad's co-worker and I wanted to let you know we are taking good care of him. We really like him at KFRG and want you to know we are lucky to have you as part of our family. Mary Wade <maryw@kfrog.net> Colton, Ca. USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 10:07 AM CDT Hi Sylvia and Jakob, My family all send their love, we are all constantly praying for you guys. Keep the faith, Sylvia. "Remember, He will never leave us or forsake us". We love you and pray for your continued strength. Vickie Mendoza <vick449@earthlink.net> Riverside, Ca - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 1:43 AM CDT To the Valenzuela family, Our thoughts are with all 3 of you, and we hope you are all home together soon. Let us know if we can do anything for you. Alan & Christina Loder <nitroal@attbi.com> Lockeford, CA USA - Sunday, April 27, 2003 11:15 PM CDT Oh, my goodness, I was just trying to plan Olivia's birthday invitation and ask people to donate to St. Jude's in lieu of gifts (the kid doesn't even play with the toys she has) and I find out your getting tons of money from such great people. I know every little bit helps so I'm going ahead with my idea. How excited for you; two great things in one day. From 5cc to 9cc from your observancy is HUGE!!! and..... all those stars, I'm glad you had Julie there to share in the whole gidineous of it. Hopefully Jakob will be out of the hospital soon and you guys can enjoy other sights, like God's amazing Grace. Love you all, Helena Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA - Sunday, April 27, 2003 1:46 AM CDT Celebrate the small victories girlfriend! I hope you're having fun with your sister here. I think about you often... and continue to pray for you! Chris & Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa (Memphis TN for now), FL USA - Friday, April 25, 2003 6:51 PM CDT A simple "Hello" (to Jakob, Sylvia, and Michael)filled with lots of love, hugs and continued prayers to three very special people in my life. Stay strong and may God continue to to bless you all. Zaryn,Jo Jo (Jordyn),Autumn,Andre',Ashley, Sharidan and Mr. Herbert all send hellos, and we can't wait until you are back home. (Mrs. Janice) Janice Taylor <Jaguarsu2178@AOL.COM> Corona,, CA. USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 4:02 PM CDT I LOVE YOU MICHAEL DADDY <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 3:43 PM CDT hello nita - Thursday, April 24, 2003 3:41 PM CDT Hello little man and mommy! This is Jua-Nita I know you don't know me but I know you guys! I work with your daddy at the radio station. I just wanted to say hi to you guys --- I have two little ones too! Austin and Aariella -- We pray for you everyday - and everynight before we go to bed. One day when you get better we would love to meet you guys -- Jakob you could come over to our house to play on the huge swing set in the back yard -- the kids would love it! Aariella would probably call you her baby and try to carry you around -- she's only 3 but she thinks she's a teriffic mommy, she only weighs 25 lbs -- you probably weigh more than her :-) How are you doing Sylvia --- I know that I could never tell you truthfully I know what your going through because I could not even begin to feel what you are feeling but... I applaud you for your strength. There is nothing a mother would not do for the love of her child! I pray that god will continue to bless you with each and every smile that Jakob gives you --- those smiles will take away the tiredness you may feel --- it could light up any dark day or thought. I know that you will continue to be strong --- god makes women that way -- able to bear any and all burdens especially for our children. I want to thank you for your kind words and thoughts in the beautiful card you sent me with the passing of my father. I really appreciate the gesture, that in the midst of bearing your heaviest burden you managed to take the time out to make my day a little brighter with your kind words. If you ever need anything call me, write me, anything I will always be here to help you! Even if you need someone to keep Mike in check! I could whoop his a-- for you! It would be very simple really, you just send the word, I'll just reach over my cubicle and lay him out :-) I know the importance of showing your man just who waers the pants in the family and by letting them think they actually do :-) Unitl we get to finally meet I will keep you in my thoguhts and prayers. May the angels watch over you and may god continue to bless you and little Jakob forever :-) much love, and hugs and kisses for you too Jakob --- Jua-Nita and Family Jua-Nita Houston Colton , Ca USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 3:40 PM CDT Good Morning, Jakob, Syl, and of course Julie too. Hope that you like our gift Jakob give the candy to your mom. Hope you guys have a great time and we will see you soon. Val still asleep, it's 6:16am Pacific Time (I'm all ready at work). We miss and love you guys and have you in our hearts and every day thoughts. Athos and Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 8:40 AM CDT Hi Sylv, Jakob AND Julie, I hope your flight was good, I'm sure Syliva is very happy to have you there. I'm sure Jakob recognized you and I hope you had a nice re-aqquainting. When is Jakob due to have all his repeat scans? I've been praying and having everyone I know do the same for clean results. I'm sure you guys will have a busy week, hopefully Jakob's ANC will stay up and things will go well. It's late here, love you both, Good-night, Helena Helena <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA usa - Thursday, April 24, 2003 2:29 AM CDT Hey girl! Just checking in on yous. What a TIME you've been having... ugh! Hang in there girl, this too shall pass. Just think back to when you thought, "ME??? Flush that line and do WHAT with it... dressing change? HA!" Now you're givin meds and all sorts of things. Not that you'd ever WANT to have to do all this... but you're doin it! You're great! Keep up the strength even when you just want to sit down and cry your eyes out. I'm always a call away if you need me here. We're not leaving Saturday as expected... Christal is having to go in for another surgery at the beginning of the week for a shunt revision. Oh joy! Good luck with the "belly button". Christal and I pray for Jacok every night. I cried when I read your post the other night about seeing the glimpse of "that baby you use to see", I know just what you mean. Stay strong! Chris & Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@ yahoo,com> Tampa (Memphis for now), FL USA - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 11:46 PM CDT Hi Sylvia and Jakob, We want you to know that we love you and miss you and that we will be back in Memphis tomorrow. We are praying for you everyday. Lots of Love, Hugs, and Kisses, Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net> Laurel, MD - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 9:59 PM CDT HI SYL AND MY BABY JAKOB, I LOVE YOU GUYS SO VERY MUCH I DID GET THE PICTURES AND HOW MY LITTLE ONE HAS GROWN.HE DOES LOOK SO GOOD SYL. IAM SO GLAD YOU GUYS HAD A GREAT WEEK TOGETHER AND THERE WILL BE ALOT MORE FOR GOD HAS HIS HAND ON JAKOB AND THAT SWEET BOY WILL BE BACK AGAIN. PLEASE KNOW MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS AND I HOPE ILL BE DOWN THERE TO SEE YOU SOON. I SO WISH MY SON COULD BE THERE WITH YOU ALL THE TIME I KNOW HIS HEART IS THERE. I LOVE YOU GUYS. LIL KAT AND FAMILY SEND THERE LOVE,ALSO MOM AND DAD LODER ,DAVID SAID JAKOB IS SO BIG NOW AND JUST AS CUTE AS EVER AND HE SENDS HIS LOVE TO. LOVE ALWAYS NANA KATHERINE SMITH <JULY2106@E-ISCO.COM> KLAMATH FALLS, OR KLAMATH - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 3:00 PM CDT Sylvia, You and Jakob are constantly in our prayers. Hang in there. Holly Seago <heseago@aol.com> Katy, TX USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 12:20 AM CDT Dear Jakob Thinking about you and sending lots of hugs and kisses. I think that today you should receive the second package that we sent you - there are some fun things inside for you. Hugs and kisses Love you Aunt Julie and Uncle Johnny <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 12:11 AM CDT I am thinking about you and Jakob, Sylvia. I pray for you daily. Know that we are all taking care of Mike here at KFRG. Give the baby a kiss from me. ROBIN WARD <ROCKYMTNHIGH70@HOTMAIL.COM> RIVERSIDE, CA RIVERSIDE - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 11:38 AM CDT Hey Syl, Oh how precious life is! If I don't get to speak to you tomorrow my flight number is 6690 on America West Airlines. I will arrive at 2:17 pm. Can't wait to see you a Jakob. So glad you week was warm and fuzzy. Love Julie Julie York - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 1:02 AM CDT Oh my, I just finished reading your last entry and I was moved to tears. You will have that little boy again and all three of you will have an even better life than one you've ever know. It will be rich with laughter, love and family as never before. Remember, this is just a temporary detour in your life that will soon be over. But HOORAY for you for adapting to this short episode as well as you have been, even little Jakob. I'm glad the three of you were together and had some awesome time together. I envy Rose, Rebecca and Julie for being able to see you soon. I will hopefully be able to come out in June. I have been praying for clean MRI's and CT's and whatever else Jakob is up for this week. I love you all and want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always. I hope you have a great week and that Jakob's digestive system starts to kick in real soon. Love to all three of you in so many ways, Helena, Tom, Jessica, Julia, Jackie and Olivia Helena Halter - Monday, April 21, 2003 11:54 PM CDT Hey Jakob, Just wanted to let you know that you are in the hearts of people all over the world. The congregation here at Seven Sands Chapel in the Middle East keeps you in our thoughts and prayers. Can't wait to get home so I can come visit you. Tell your Mom and Dad hi for me. I love you guys. Ryan Elofson <Elofsonr@aol.com> Al Dahfra Air Base, United Arab Emirates - Monday, April 21, 2003 4:14 PM CDT Hello Syl and Jakob, Hope that you had a great Easter Weekend! We'll be sending something for you Jakob, and you too Syl! Where going to give it to Julie to take it with her. We miss you and always have you in our Thoughts and Hearts. Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 3:23 PM CDT Matthew 18:19-20 Again I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, I am there in the midst of them. 1 John 5:14-15 Now this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of him. Hugs and Kisses Love Grandma Dana Valenzuela <dvalenzuela@aoc-resins.com> Nuevo, CA USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 3:15 PM CDT Hello Jakob! I was outside playing with Rookie today, he sure misses not being able to lick your face. I am sending you some photos of you and Rookie playing with the hose and both of you getting more water on you than the grass.Love you Jake. Gary Elofson <elofson@aol.com> Alta Loma, Ca USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 2:49 PM CDT HEY BIG BOY, HOW YOU DOING? HOPE YOU'RE BACK HOME, WE JUST DEVELOPED THE PICTURES I TOOK WHEN I VISITED A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO, AND SOME FROM HALLOWEEN, WALKED BY UNCLE GARY AND HE HAD THE BIGGEST SMILE ON HIS FACE, JUST LOOKING AT PICTURES OF YOU. WE SURE DO MISS YOU. GETTING READY FOR GARY'S WEDDING AND YOU AND YOUR PARENTS WILL SURE BE IN OUR THOUGS. TAKE CARE BIG BOY. WE LOVE YOU AND PRAY FOR YOU ALL. YOLANDA ELOFSON <ELOFSON@AOL> ALTA LOMA, CA SAN BERNARDINO - Monday, April 21, 2003 2:34 PM CDT Jakob & Sylvia: I really miss you guys. I am so glad for the journal to keep me updated! This is just something surreal that I am sure no one can quite comprehend except for you guys. I keep praying...Love, Carmen Carmen McCree <cmccree@amms-online.com> Grand Terrace, CA USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 1:38 PM CDT Hi Syl, Jakob, and Michael. Just wanted to say hello to the three of you, glad that you all are having so much fun together. Hope you are out of the hospital very soon!!!!... Michael, although I did not get to hear your radio broadcast I just want to tell you how proud we all are of you!! What you said about Jakob and Sylvia was absolutely beautiful. I am so proud to have you in our family and to be able to call you my brother. Stay strong.Love Rebeccca.. Sylvia you are such an extraordinary woman, you have handled this with such strength and grace you truly are an inspiration to all of us. I love you so much, and can't wait to see you, Love Rebecca.....Sweet, sweet Jakob, we love you so much and think of you all the time, we can't wait until you are back home where you belong. Your cousins ask about you all the time, and you and your mommy and daddy are in their thoughts. We all miss you very, very much, Love Auntie Rebecca, Jay, Ashleigh, and Mariss........ P.S. Auntie Rosie and I are really looking forward to seeing you guys. We will be seeing you in two weeks!! We are very excited. See you soon!!!!!!!:-) Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Las Vegas, NV USA - Sunday, April 20, 2003 10:29 PM CDT Hi Jakob and Sylvia and Daddy too! We just want you to know that we are thinking about you and praying for you. Sorry to hear that you are inpatient again. We love you and miss you and will see you next week when we return to Memphis. Marci, Karina, and Jasmine <marci.lh@verizon.net> Laurel, MD - Friday, April 18, 2003 10:16 PM CDT Dear Jakob, Today you should receive the first package we sent you in care of the hospital. I am sending another package off to you today. Glad that you are having a good rest after your surgery. Hugs and kisses and all of love Aunt Julie and Uncle Johnny <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Friday, April 18, 2003 3:23 PM CDT Hi guys, Just wanted to say hi and I am thinking of you. I cant wait too see Jakob again. Your family is always on my mind and in my prayers. Gary ELofson jr <Fingtxcwby@cs.com> Houston, tx usa - Friday, April 18, 2003 12:34 AM CDT Hey Mike, Sylvia, and Jakob Just wanted to write and let you know we are thinking about you guys. You all are in our prayers everyday. If there is anything we can do for you guys please let us know. Brian, Audra, Travis, and Brooke Loder Brian Loder Klamath Falls, OR USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 8:02 PM CDT Hey Mike, Sylvia, and Jakob Just wanted to write and let you know we are thinking about you guys. You all are in our prayers everyday. If there is anything we can do for you guys please let us know. Brian, Audra, Travis, and Brooke Loder Brian Loder Klamath Falls, OR USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 8:02 PM CDT God's blessings & peace be with you all! Lisa & Bob (Millen) Boebinger <lisa_boebinger@bourns.com> Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 4:14 PM CDT Want to let you know that before we start our our regular Thursday morning staff meeting at Bourns Employees FCU, we lift up Jakob and his family in prayer. We pray for a healing touch on Jakob and strength for every member of the Valenzuela family. We so appreciate Jakob's grand-father Mike for keeping us informed. May God's blessings be with you all. Dan Robertson Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 3:56 PM CDT HI sylvie and micheal, I am typically private so I have not posted a note, but I just have to say that I am so absolutely happy that the two of you are all together. I know you are hearing that a lot, but the power of your love is so clear through your messages this week. I am praying for Jakob always and for the Lord empower you with courage and to help you keep up with all that I can't imagine you do on a daily basis. I love you and can't wait to hear from you, let alone see you guys and gal. So, for now god bless, you are just two awesome parents and Jakob is one beautiful lucky little boy. Susanna and Samantha <sgalvez@apu.edu> Riverside, CA US - Thursday, April 17, 2003 1:18 PM CDT HI SYLVIA JAKOB AND MY SON, I WAS SO HAPPY TO HERE YOU GUYS ARE TOGETHER WISH I COULD BE THERE TWO.SOME TIME SOON I WILL BE OUT THERE TO SEE YOU. I LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH AND MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH. I AM GLAD JAKOB IS DOING SO WELL HE IS JUST LIKE HIS DAD A VERY STRONG PERSON. MIKE YOU DID A GREAT JOB ON THE FUNDRISER IAM VERY PROUD OF YOU. LIL KAT SEND HER LOVE AND SO DOES MOM AND POP LODER AND DAVID. ARE PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GIVE JAKOB A KISS FROM ME AND LET HIM KNOW NANA LOVES HIM AND HE IS ALWAYS ON MY MINE. YOU GUYS HAVE A GREAT WEEK TOGETHER AND MIKE CALL ME SOON I WANT TO HERE ALL ABOUT YOUR TIME WITH JAKOB MY LITTLE ANGEL. LOVE ALWAYS MOM AND NANA. KATHERINE SMITH <july2106@e-isco.com> KLAMATH FALLS, OR KLAMATH - Thursday, April 17, 2003 12:12 AM CDT Hello Jakob,Syl & Michael, Just writing to say hello and that i hope that this weekend is a good one. And just to let you know i finally scanned the pic's of Jakob and family to the computer and will be emailing them to you soon. Well have to go. But remember that your in our hearts and in our every thought. Take care see you soon! Lots of hugs and kisses :0) Your aunty Valarie and Athos Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 11:36 AM CDT Hi Jakob! I bet you're having a great time with your Dad this week. I hope you two aren't getting into any mischief, I know that Dad of yours can be trouble sometimes :-) Have fun! Talk to ya later! Bobby and Mary Ann Bob Van Leer <robertvl@kfrog.net> Riverside, ca England - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 4:46 PM CDT HI JAKOB & SYLVIA, THINKING OF YOU GUYS, HOPE JAKOB IS DOING GOOD, SYL, GLAD YOUR TAKING SOME TIME FOR YOU. JAKOB GOING TO MISS YOU ON EASTER SUNDAY, BUT YOU WILL BE THOUGHT OF. HOPE THE EASTER BUNNY BRINGS YOU TOYS THAT YOU CAN THROW AND DADDY CAN PICK UP. LOVE YOU AND YOUR ARE ALWAYS IN OUR PRAYERS. YOLANDA ELOFSON <ELOFSON@AOL> ALTA LOMA, CA SAN BERNARDINO - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 2:11 PM CDT Hi Sylvia and Jakob, Just wanted to let you know that we didn't forget about you and that we love you and miss you. We will be back in Memphis next weekend. We are glad to hear that you are doing good and Mommy too. She really needs a "Mommy" break too. We love you and are praying for you everyday. See you next week. We'll be back Wednesday night. Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net> Laurel, MD - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 1:07 AM CDT Hey Michael and Sylvia thinking of you both, enjoy your week together I hope Jakob does well with his next round of chemo. Syl see in in 8 days! Make a list of things you need me to do, should I bring my playtex gloves? By the way, did you receive my itinerary? I e-mailed it a few weeks ago so that you would know the flight and time. Love to all three, Julie Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 5:39 PM CDT we all miss you love you and want you to come home soon love you:tayler :( Tayler York - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 5:32 PM CDT Forgot to ask - what address can I use to send Jakob something? Thanks Love Julie Julie Garcia <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 2:45 PM CDT Dear Jakob, Just a quick note to say we love you and were excited to read about your trip to the zoo. I showed the boys your picture and now Andrew asks about his cousin Jakob - I look forward to introducing all of you and letting you all play and have fun together. Give mommy big hugs and kisses from Uncle Johnny and myself. Have a fun time with the Easter Bunny. We love you Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny, Andrew and Bobby Garcia Julie Garcia <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 2:04 PM CDT WELL IT LOOKS LIKE THE VALENZUELA FAMILY IS TOGETHER. NO MATTER IF ITS ONLY FOR THE WEEK. I FEEL SO BAD THAT I WASN'T ABLE TO ATTEND THE FUNDRAISER SINCE I HAD TO WORK. I WOULD'VE LOVED TO HAVE THE OPPURTUNITY TO SAY SOME WORDS ABOUT MY LITTLE MAN, BUT THE DONATION & YOUR UNCLE BEING THERE WITH DADDY IS ALL THAT MATTERS. WHY DON'T YOU GUYS PUT PHOTOS IN SO WE CAN SEE JAKOB? I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW MUCH MONEY WAS RAISED, THAT IS INCREDIBLE. SYL I'LL CALL YOU AFTER MICHAEL LEAVES, THIS IS YOUR TIME TO BE ALONE AND NOT HAVE PEOPLE CALLING YOU. THE GIRLS AT WORK ALL WISH THAT JAKOB GET BETTER SOON, AS WITH MY FRIENDS. THEY ARE ALL PRAYING FOR YOU GUYS TO COME HOME WHERE YOU BELONG. YOU GUYS ARE ALWAYS IN OUR THOUGHTS. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE DAY THAT YOU'RE BACK HOME WHERE YOU BOTH BELONG. WE SEND YOU BOTH HUGS AND KISSES. WE LOVE YOU BOTH Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo,com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 10:47 PM CDT Sylvia - 1 Peter 3:12 offers God's promise to hear our prayers for Jakob's healing. I also pray that you & Michael remain strong, both spiritually and physically, during this time... We hope to have you & Jakob back home soon... God bless you both.... Renee Kanoti <momofjktn@msn.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 5:46 PM CDT Our thoughts and prayers are with you for Jakob's quick recovery and your strength! Please email me at vick449@earthlink.net. Vickie Mendoza <Stephan, Renee and Yvonne and I are praying for Jakob's quick recovery and strength for you!> Riverside, Ca USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 5:03 PM CDT Hello Syl and Jakob and now Michael, You al might of heard Mike on the air but i saw him in person and he sound even better live than over the radio. He look SCARED like he was going to MESS UP, but guess what he said everything so perfectly and that he didn't miss anything. I wanted to do the partner of hope but I couldn't so i hope what i did was good enough and thats for JAKOB I said. Oh well have to go but we miss you both and can't wait to see you soon. Lots of love and kisses P.s. Valarie says Hi...She's still sleeping! Athos Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 8:50 AM CDT Hey Sylvia and Jakob! This is Christal's Mom here at Ronald McDonald House. It was really great GREAT seeing you guys at "the house" the other day. Sorry we didn't get to say bye to you. Very nice to hear about the success of the telethon. I miss seeing you around more often. I'm a St. Jude Mom, and I've seen Sylvia in action... she IS the bestest! Love to you both. We pray for Jakob every night when we say our prayers. Chris & Christal... http://christalinfo.servemp3.com <crazydero@yahoo.com> Tampa (Memphis, TN for now), FL USA - Saturday, April 12, 2003 8:17 PM CDT Sylvia, your husband is awesome! And you are a wonderful mother. We miss you guys everyday. I hope Jakob feels good this weekend and you guys get to go outside for a while. See you a few days, enjoy your week with Michael. Julie Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> Corono, CA - Saturday, April 12, 2003 12:44 AM CDT WOW WOW WOW, WHAT A EVENT $352,182.00 THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR OPENING YOUR HEARTS, YOUR WALLETS AND GIVING TO SUCH A DEAR TO OUR HEART CAUSE. SO MANY OF YOU CALLED AND BECAME PARTNERS IN HOPE, AND DID IT IN JAKOB'S NAME. EVERYONE NEW WHO JAKOB WAS WHEN THE EVENT WAS OVER. I MUST TELL YOU, I DON'T THINK YOU RELIZE WHAT YOU HAVE JUST DONE. I WAS HAVING LUNCH WITH A VERY GOOD FRIEND TODAY WHEN A LADY SERVING US WHO NEW I WORKED FOR KFROG BUT DOES NOT KNOW ABOUT JAKOB AND WHERE HE IS. STARTED TELLING ME ABOUT HOW HER 10 YEAR OLD SON WHO 6 YEARS AGO ROAD A TRICYCLE AROUND LAPS FOR A FUND RAISER FOR ST JUDE. WHEN SHE WALKED AWAY I TOLD MY FRIEND THAT SHE DOSENT EVEN KNOW THAT HER SON AT THE AGE OF FOUR HAS DONE MORE FOR ME THAN SHE CAN EVER IMAGINE. THE MONEY HE RAISED JUST MIGHT OF BEEN THE AMOUNT THAT GAVE ST JUDE THE ABILITY TO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPE THE TREATMENT/CURE THAT MY SON IS RECEIVING RIGHT NOW. HER SON 6 YEARS AGO IS SAVING MY SONS LIFE TODAY. AND TO ALL OF YOU THAT PRAYED AND SUPPORT THIS GREAT, GREAT, GREAT CAUSE THAT MONEY THAT YOU DONATED TODAY JUST MIGHT BE SAVING A CHILDS LIFE THAT YOU WILL NEVER MEET OR EVER KNOW ABOUT. BUT I PROMISE YOU THIS THERE WILL BE SEVERAL PARTENTS AND FAMILY MEMBERS & FRIENDS THAT WILL BE SO THANKFUL TO YOUR GENEROSITY, BECAUSE YOU JUST GAVE THERE PRECIOUS CHILD THE ABILITY TO LIVE. HEATHER ON THE RADIO ASKED ME IF THERE IS ANYTHING I COULD SAY TO MY WIFE AND CHILD RIGHT NOW WHAT WOULD THAT BE? SON YOU ARE MY ROCK, YOU INSPIRE ME TO BE THE BEST FATHER EVER AND THOW I CAN'T HOLD YOU EVERY SECOND OF EVERY MINUTE OF EVERY DAY I MISS AND LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. I AM SO VERY SORRY THAT YOUR DADDY DID NOT TAKE UP THIS CAUSE EARIELER IN LIFE TO GENERATE MORE MONEY TO FIND A CURE FOR CANCER, BUT I PROMISE YOU THIS SON I PROMISE TO FIGHT FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE TO HELP SUPPORT ST JUDE AND A FIGHT AGAINST CANCER. TO MY PRECIOUS WIFE, MY EVERYTHING, I MISS YOU, AND LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. I COUNT EVERY SECOND UNTIL YOU BOTH WILL BE BACK IN MY ARMS. I AM SO LUCKY THAT GOD BLESSED ME WITH SUCH A WONDERFUL WIFE! I REALLY TRIED TO MAKE YOU PROUD DURING THE RADIOTHON, YOUR STREANTH IS WHAT KEEPS ME GOING. I DON'T KNOW HOW YOU DO IT, I WISH I COULD BE HALF AS STRONG AS YOU. AGAIN I JUST WANT TO THANK ALL OF YOU WE THE VALENZUELA FAMILY ARE SO LUCHY TO HAVE SO MANY GREAT FAMILY MEMEBERS AND FRIENDS IN OUR LIFES WE TRULLY ARE BLESSED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL! MICHAEL J FROG (DADDY) <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Saturday, April 12, 2003 1:08 AM CDT Hi Sylvia, Mike and Jakob: We in the Nassar houshold think about all of you every day and pray that you will all be home soon. Mike heard you on the radio yesterday and was so proud of your ability to speak and share about such a difficult task. We always new you were special, especially after you came back from the Military. Jakob you have wondeful parents and grandparents and we look forward to seeing you all soon and spoiling the little one! The Nassar Family William Nassar <william.nassar@verizon.net> Redlands, CA - Friday, April 11, 2003 10:30 PM CDT Hello Sylvia and Jakob, We are so glad to hear that you are doing well. We really miss you guys but we will be back very soon. Karina misses you Jakob (and you too Sylvia). If you need anything you know where I am. We are praying everyday for you and your family as well as all of our friends at St. Jude and Ronald McDonald House. We love you and miss you much. Marci and Karina www.caringbridge.org/md/karinahurtado Marci and Karina Hurtado <marci.lh@verizon.net> Laurel, MD - Friday, April 11, 2003 10:29 PM CDT Hello Jakob, I hope you had a good day and are feeling well. Some days are better than others and we know you have better days ahead. You have a wonderful family who loves you a lot. I am privileged to see your photos and hear about you from your grandparents. I know you are a wonderful boy with a great disposition and a bright future. We pray for you and wish you well. Wil Cantrell Riverside , CA USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 6:33 PM CDT HI BIG BOY, HOPE YOUR DOCTOR APPOINTMENTS TODAY WAS PAINLESS, SURE ENJOYED OUR VISIT TOGETHER. JAKOB, YOU STILL HAVE IT, I ALWAYS HAS A GREAT TIME WHEN I'M WITH YOU AND YOUR MOMMY. UNCLE GARY JOINED "PARTNERS IN HOPE" TODAY IN YOUR NAME, BUT WHEN THEY ASKED HIM TO TALK ON THE RADIO, HE COULDN'T SAID HE'D PROBABLY START CRYING. SO THE ANNOUNCER SAID THAT WE ALL THINK YOUR MOM IS GREAT, IS ALWAYS POSITIVE AND UP BEAT, HAS ALL THE PATIENCE AND IS A GREAT INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US. THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ALL THE FUN, DANCING AND SINGING AND FOR STAYING UP LATE WITH ME. SINCE I COULDN'T GO TO THE ZOO WITH YOU, I'M GLAD DADDY IS. LOVE YOU AND YOUR MOMMY LOADS, YOU BOTH ARE IN MY THOUGHS AND PRAYERS. AUNT YOLI YOLANDA ELOFSON <ELOFSO@AOL.COM> ALTA LOMA, CA SAN BERNARDINO - Friday, April 11, 2003 5:45 PM CDT Hi Jakob, You don't know me but I'm a friend of your grandpa's. I just listened to your dad talking about you on the radio yesterday as he explained what was happening to you and how much he loved you. I know that you are going through some very rough times now, but I just want you to know that you have the very best parents and family any little boy could have, and that you are in our prayers, and those of people throughout the country. Get well soon! Chris Martin <martinc01@earthlink.net> Riverside, CA USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 5:43 PM CDT Hey Syl, and Jakob, how are you? We are fine. I'm so glad to hear that Jakob's ANC counts are up, hope they get higher!!! Hope things are going well, take care of yourself Syl. Give Jakob lots of kisses for all of us. And never forget that this is only a pit-stop, your real home is back in Riverside waiting for you both to come home!!!.....Hey Michael I read about your fundraiser you should be so proud of yourself. I'm sure it is not easy talking about it, but the more people know the more they can donate and help, not only Jakob, but many other children just like him. I am sorry I missed it, but I am going to call either Rose or Julie today so maybe we can hear the last part of it over the phone. We are so proud of the three of you for being so strong and never losing your faith. You are a very special family. We love you and miss you all very much, Rebecca,Jay, Ashleigh, and Mariss. Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Las Vegas, NV USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 4:03 PM CDT Sylvia & Little Jakob, How r u 2 doing. As for us we're doing good. We're here at Julie's and Lexi asked where her baby Jakob was. We miss you 2 terribly, and can't wait for u 2 come home. Glad 2 hear u had a good time at Ronald Mcdonald party. Looks like Jakob's getting used to the routine. We hope that his ANC gets higher and not any lower, we'll keep praying for the 2 of u 2 get better and return home. Lena & Lexi send Jakob a big kiss & hug, and want to play with their little cousin. We hope to see u 2 soon. Talk 2 u soon. Love always Mom (grandma), Liz, Selena, Alexis Helen Garcia & Elizabeth Herrera <lizzyherrera@yahoo.com> Mira Loma, CA USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 2:58 PM CDT Michael and Sylvia, Through your precious son Jakob, we to have become "Partners in Hope". Michael, your KFROG testimony was wonderful! Your website has become an inspriation to me (great job Sylvia) and I have adopted several children whom I pray for and stay in contact with through their website. There are so many children that need prayers daily along with Jakob being #1 on our list. We have also gotten our grandchildren involved with making cards. My love and prayers go out to all three of you and our dear friends, Jakob's Grandpa Mike and Grandma Dana. Jakob, be strong little one! Jim and Gail Crain Sun City , CA USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 2:58 PM CDT Michael and Sylvia, Through your precious son Jacob, we to have become "Partners in Hope". Michael, your KFROG testimony was wonderful! Your website has become an inspriation to me (great job Sylvia) and I have adopted several children whom I pray for and stay in contact with through their website. There are so many children that need prayers daily along with Jakob being #1 on our list. We have also gotten our grandchildren involved with making cards. My love and prayers go out to all three of you and our dear friends, Jakob's Grandpa Mike and Grandma Dana. Jakob, be strong little one! Jim and Gail Crain Sun City , CA USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 2:57 PM CDT Dear Jakob, We only met you once at Aunt Maryanne open house when you were a little guy - however your aunt Helena always tells us what a sweet little guy you are. We have a little boy Bobby who will be 2 on May 22 and a big boy Andrew who will be 6 on June 2nd. When you come back to CA we want to introduce all of you to each other so you can play. We ask about you every few days when we email with Aunt Helena and now are happy to plug into your website so we can stay updated. Please let us knowwhat some of your favorite things are so we can send you a little gift. Do you like Elmo, Barney or the Wiggles like your cousin Bobby. Please give mommy an extra big hug from us. Remind her that your uncle Johnny still gets mixed up with all his nieces. Tomorrow is Uncle Johnny's birthday. Well sweet baby we will talk with you again soon. All our love Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny Cousins Andrew and Bobby Garcia Julie Garcia <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Friday, April 11, 2003 1:12 PM CDT Dear Jakob, We only met you once at Aunt Maryanne open house when you were a little guy - however your aunt Helena always tells us what a sweet little guy you are. We have a little boy Bobby who will be 2 on May 22 and a big boy Andrew who will be 6 on June 2nd. When you come back to CA we want to introduce all of you to each other so you can play. We ask about you every few days when we email with Aunt Helena and now are happy to plug into your website so we can stay updated. Please let us knowwhat some of your favorite things are so we can send you a little gift. Do you like Elmo, Barney or the Wiggles like your cousin Bobby. Please give mommy an extra big hug from us. Remind her that your uncle Johnny still gets mixed up with all his nieces. Tomorrow is Uncle Johnny's birthday. Well sweet baby we will talk with you again soon. All our love Aunt Julie, Uncle Johnny Cousins Andrew and Bobby Garcia Julie Garcia <julie@aphex.com> Saugus, CA - Friday, April 11, 2003 1:12 PM CDT Your home will always be here (I just read your April 9th entry). Julie Julie York - Friday, April 11, 2003 12:31 AM CDT Hey, Syl and Jakob, daddy was on the air this morning and I missed it again, but when I called in to pledge... guess what...he answered the phone and took my pledge!!! Well Syl in less then two weeks I will be out there with you both, I can't wait. Syl I miss you both treamendously I'm used to talking with you atleast once a week and seeing often. Busaya colored my hair this week, it was looking pretty bad. By the way, how about I color your hair when I'm out. Let me know what to buy and I'll bring the stuff you left with me and we'll get it done, okay. Michael and Rose were over on Sunday we served carne, of corse and I didn't put mayo in the guacomole (just for Michael). It was different without you both there. Anyway, stay strong both of you. My bible study group is continuing to pray for all of you. This will be over soon and we all look forward to having you guys home and within arms reach. We all love you and think about you everyday. Love, Mitch, Julie, Tayler and Brandon. Julie York <jyorkpmc@cs.com> Corona, CA - Friday, April 11, 2003 12:19 AM CDT Well, Michael did great ON AIR, I think he missed his calling, His new name is Michael J. Frog. I had the wonderful opportunity of hearing him on the air even though I had to back my car practically in the front door and run back and forth from supervising a party to hear the radio. I am very proud to say that I am now a 'Parnter in Hope' along with my boss, the owner of Pump It Up. It was amazing to hear Jakob's story on air and to be able to tell people about this wonderful family. I just went to a neighborhood party and told everyone about Jakob and gave everyone the number to pledge a donation for St. Jude. Thank God for his amazing way of making things happen. For now we all have a purpose, to bring Sylvia and Jakob home to all who love them very much. With lots of love, kisses and OH so many prayers, Aunt Helena, Uncle Tom, Jessica, Julia, Jacuelyn and Olivia Helena Halter Lake Forest, CA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 11:45 PM CDT SYL & JAKOB I THINK THAT WHAT MICHAEL DID FOR THE FUNDRAISER HELPING ALL THOSE FAMILIES THAT NEED HELP. IM SO GLAD TO HAVE MICHAEL FOR A BROTHER SINCE HE'S BEEN REAL SUPPORTIVE DUE TO THE FACT THAT YOU GUYS ARE OVER THERE. AND SYL I'M SO PROUD TO HAVE YOU AS MY SISTER. YOU'VE ALWAYS BEEN STRONG & SUPPORTIVE OF EVERYTHING. BY YOU BEING THIS WAY YOU CAN OVERCOME ANYTHING IN LIFE. AND IM SO PROUD TO HAVE YOU AS A SISTER. I ENJOYED OUR CONVERSATION LAST WEEK I CAN'T WAIT TIL I VISIT YOU BOTH & SEE YOU IN PERSON. I HAVE REALLY MISSED YOU BOTH. JAKOB DOESN'T KNOW HOW LUCKY HE IS TO HAVE PARENTS, FRIENDS, AND FAMILY THAT LOVE AND MISS HIM SO MUCH THAT WE CAN'T WAIT FOR YOU GUYS TO COME HOME. YOU BOTH ARE IN OUR PRAYERS & THOUGHTS. 1 MORE THING SYL YOU AND JAKOB DO KNOW WHERE HOME IS RIGHT? WE LOVE AND MISS YOU BOTH WITH HUGS AND KISSES VALARIE & ATHOS VALARIE & ATHOS <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 11:06 PM CDT Attention everyone in Southern California today is the Partner in Hope St Jude fund raiser telathon. By KFROG 95.1 at the Ontario Mills Mall. I will be speaking on the air from 11am to 1pm about Jakob and St Jude. Also the event is a two day event and on the last hour of tommorrow 6p.m. the Angel of the our is the Jakob Valenzuela family. So if you get a chance please listen and pray for me that I say all the right things. Daddy <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 10:00 AM CDT Jakob My whole family is praying for you. May Jesus touch you with His healing hand. Tom Glatt <tom@counterintel.com> Sedona, AZ USA - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 11:21 PM CDT Hello Syl & Jakob, We are very glad to hear that Jakob is doing great. To bad he wasn't able to go to the zoo but there will be other opportunities for that to come. We also develop some pic's of Jakob and will be getting them scanned and sent to you. Well take care and we love and miss both of you. Lots of love and kisses. :0) Valarie & Athos Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> Riverside, CA USA - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 11:18 AM CDT Hey Syl, and sweet Jakob, how are you guys doing? I hope everything is going well. Sorry you could not take him to the zoo, I bet he would have loved it. Maybe some other time. It is great hearing from you, you sound like you are in good spirits. That must mean that everyone's prayers and thoughts are being answered. It is so wonderful to know that there are so many people out there who are praying for you and Jakob. Even people you don't know. That is wonderful!! I will call you soon. Take care of yourself, and give Jakob lots of kisses!! We love you both so much!! Love Rebecca,Jay,Ashleigh,and Mariss. P.S. The girls have been asking about you guys, they send you both lots of love, and plenty of hugs and kisses!!!! Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Las Vegas, NV USA - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 10:11 AM CDT Hi Syl&Jake, Its been a few days.We've been thinking about you guys so much.I been reading through all of your messages.It does'nt surprise me at all how much support you guys have and how many people love you.You guys are so amazing (Michael) included.Remember when you guys first found out about Jakob and you said ''oh great'' we're going to be one of those families thats like OoHh how are they oohh how sad.It's not like that at all.I love when people ask how you're doing cause its not a sad story its an amazing story.You guys just take what you've got and run with it.You guys give other people hope and strength.We just pray for the day for you guys to come home.Syl its starting to warm up out here again.We have to have our B.B.Q.'s and salsa and potato salad (your famous)Des needs Jakob here to kiss.We'll be waiting.Try and get some rest, you're in our prayers. Love,Joe, Di & Des Diana - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 2:49 AM CDT I have been so touched by the things I have heard about Jakob and what the family has been through. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I believe your faith and goodness and belief in miracles will lead to healing. I am a friend of Carmen and TJ. Martha Knowlton <mek@ems-online.com> Redlands, CA USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 5:22 PM CDT Syl & Jakob: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We miss you both so much. I keep Jakob's Easter photo on my bulletin board at work so I can remember to pray for him every day. Love, Carmen & Family Carmen McCree <cmccree@amms-online.com> Grand Terrace, CA USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 4:57 PM CDT Syl, The two of you are both missed very much, and we all can not wait until you guys come home. Roman is looking forward to having his hanging partner back for parties. Be encouraged, and we will all continue to pray TJ <tmccree@businessbank.com> Grand Terrace, CA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 4:14 PM CDT Well, Jakob is not the only trooper, your tireless, endless love and attention you devote to Jakob on a daily and hourly basis is something not every person can do. Jakob is the luckiest little boy alive to have you and Michael in his life. It's amazing to think that my little sister who used to run around scaring people with her unruly curls is now moving mountains......We are all very proud of you. Love always, Helena and family Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 1:21 AM CDT HI SYLVIA AND JAKOB THIS IS BRANDI. ROSE IS AT MY HOUSE RIGHT NOW AND WE ARE DOING HER TAX RETURN. JUST WANTED TO SAY HI AND WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU BOTH. BRANDI. BRANDI FUIMAONO <BYOUNME@AOL.COM> RIALTO, CA USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 10:46 PM CDT NANA LOVES YOU SO VERY MUCH JAKOB AND I PRAY FOR YOU EVERYDAY AND I KNOW YOU WILL BE HOME SOON GRANDPA DAVID SENDS HIS LOVE AND SO DOES MOM AND POP LODER . EVERYONE THAT NANA WORKS WITH IS PRAYING AND SEND THER BEST KATHYERINE SMITH <JULY2106@e-isco.com> KLAMATH FALLS, OR KLAMATH - Monday, April 7, 2003 5:50 PM CDT Jakob and Sylvia, Your Grandpa and I saw your Dad yesterday at church. After church we went to have breakfast. We had a nice time, but wish you and your Mom could of been there also. Saturday your Grandpa and I had our first yard sale and boy what a job. Sylvia, you needed to be there because I gave away a lot of the things or sold it for a quarter because I felt sorry for the people. Your Grandpa said he never wants to do another. Last Saturday we went to my brothers for Julie's 16th birthday, boy how time flys. I remember when Julie was about your age Jakob and your Dad was home on leave for the Christmas holiday and Julie was just walking. I think we have movie pictures of her dancing. Remind me one day we will have to show you those. Well, anyway, I miss you guys so much and love you with all my heart. I know that God is with you and is watching over you. Love ya Grandma. Dana Valenzuela Nuevo, Ca usa - Monday, April 7, 2003 3:06 PM CDT Hey, this is Aunth Julie, cousin Brandon, cousin Tayler, and uncle Mitch, and aunty Rosie, we are doing just fine. How are you doing? How is Jacob doing? "By"!!! the Yorks <jpmc@cs.com> Corona, CA. USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 9:13 PM CDT Wow, two entries in one weekend, Jakob must be doing well. That would be great to stroll him around the zoo, I hope you get the chance. The new page was very colorful. I hope all goes well this week and it's great to hear that his blood count is up and high. I hope you have a great week. As always, you, Jakob and Michael are in my prayers Love, Helena and family Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 1:57 PM CDT Dearest Jakob, We haven't had the pleasure of meeting. I'm your grandma's best friend and have gotten to know you through the pictures and stories your grandma shares with me. You must be special for god to give you such wonderful parents and grandparents who love you so much. I include you in my prayer's daily along with all six of my own grandchildren and will visit your website to monitor your progress. Be strong little one! Gail Crain <jimcrain@pe.net> Sun City, CA USA - Saturday, April 5, 2003 0:13 AM CST This website is so amazing. Thanks Michael for keeping us updated. Stay strong Michael, you are handling things very well!!! Hey Syl, glad to hear that you guys are out of the hospital. You are doing such a terrific job with Jakob and are handling all this so well. You are such a strong and loving mother, sister, friend and wife. Take care of yourself. All our love Rebecca, Jay, Ashleigh, and Mariss. P.S. Give Jakob lots of kisses for us!!!! Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Las Vegas, NV USA - Friday, April 4, 2003 9:52 AM CST Thank You Michael for keeping us updated while Sylvia is too busy. It's great to hear he is out of the hospital and YES, I do pray all the time that he doesn't get sick and that he gets well and comes home ASAP. Your dad has sent me pictures from his trip out there and I really enjoy them. I especially like the one of him in the bath. What a great smile!! We are all pulling for you and Sylvia and our little angel, Jakob........Lots of love and kisses, Helena and family Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 11:23 AM CST YESTERDAY I SPOKE WITH SYLVIA. THINGS ARE OK THEY HAVE HAD TWO DAYS OFF OUT OF THE HOSPITAL, WHICH HAS BEEN A BIG HELP FOR SYLVIA. JAKOB ON THE OTHER HAND HAS BEEN VERY MOODY. THE CHEMO SEEMS TO BE MAKING HIS BODY ACHE AND AT ANY WRONG MOVEMENT HE JUST SCREEMS. ON THE OTHER HAND WHEN HE IS A GOOD MOOD ITS THE BEST ACCORDING TO SYLVIA. YESTERDAY SHE SAID HE IS REACHING FOR THE PHONE, SO SHE GAVE IT TO HIM AND IMMEDIATLY HE SAID DADDA IT BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES HE NEW I WAS ON THE PHONE AND KEPT SAYING IT OVER AND OVER. JAKOB AND SYLVIA WILL BE GOING INTO THE HOSPITAL FOR A & C COUNTS TODAY AND REGULAR CHECK-UP. JUST KEEP PRAYING THAT JAKOB DOSENT GET SICK WITH-IN THE NEXT WEEK. TAKE CARE ALL. LOVE MICHAEL DADDY <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA 92508 - Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:10 AM CST HELLO JAKOB & SYLVIA WOW JAKOB HAS HIS OWN WEB PAGE AND HE'S NOT EVEN 2 YET! WELL I'M GLAD THAT HE HAS THIS SO WE CAN KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON. WELL I HOPE THAT YOU GUYS ARE DOING BETTER NOW, I CAN'T WAIT TIL YOU BOTH COME HOME FOR GOOD. WHETHER IT'S NOW OR LATER JUST GET BETTER MY LITTLE MAN. AND TAKE CARE OR YOUR MOTHER. DON'T LET HER GET TO DOWN. GIVE HER A SMILE TO LET HER KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVE YOUR MOMMY. WELL I'LL LET YOU GO FOR NOW YOU TAKE CARE OR YOURSELF. XOXOXOXO WITH LOTS OF LOVE & KISSES VALARIE & ATHOS <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 8:30 PM CST My Special Sugar Baby! You are the light of my life and your smile brightens the day. I can hardly wait to see you in May and spend precious time with you again. Sylvia, I just want you to know I think you are the greatest mom and your both a blessing to this family. Love you Grandma Dana Valenzuela <dvalenzuela@aoc-resins.com> Nuevo, CA USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 3:37 PM CST WE HOPE YOU ARE BOTH DOING WELL AND THAT YOU RECEIVED THE PACKAGE WE SENT YOU LAST WEEK. ELVIA VALENZUELA <Elvia_R_Valenzuela@bankone.com> TUCSON, AZ USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 3:32 PM CST Hey Syl, I just signed on to Jakob's website for the first time. It is soooo cute!! I am glad to hear that everything is going well. It was great to see other entries from everyone who loves you and Jakob so much. Take care and give Jakob lots of kisses. Talk to you soon. Love Rebecca and family. Rebecca Garcia <Rmarissj@aol.com> Las Vegas, NV USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 12:19 AM CST Hi Sylvia,Jakob&Michael, We are all thinking and praying for you all. Jakob is the most adorable baby boy! Jakob we love you and miss you, hope you'll remember us. We are your cousins. When you get better and can come out and play, we want to visit you. We all send our love!!!! Thomas, MaryAnn,Sabrina,Tim,Brian& Jennifer(who just had a baby boy too 3/20!)Talk to you soon. Thanks to you for making this website so we can say hello. Sabrina Coghlan <gencamrepair@earthlink.net> Monrovia, Ca usa - Tuesday, April 1, 2003 1:13 PM CST Hi Syl & Jake, Glad to hear everything is going well on round two so far.Hopefully it will be better this time knowing somewhat of what to expect.Syl I'll call you again when you guys get out of the hospital.Jakob, Des sends you a great BIG kiss.Talk to you soon.Love,Di Diana Sarkis <joesarkis@msn.com> Corona, Ca 92881 - Tuesday, April 1, 2003 1:26 AM CST Hello Sylvia and Jakob, That's great that your getting situated and that jakob is doing much better. As far as your traffic school. you can do it at www.trafficschooltogo.com its easy and fun too. We'll be mailing you something for jakob to play with and something for you too sylvia. Well got to go talk to you later. Give jakob big kiss and hug from us. Love and miss you both. Love always, Aunty Val & Athos Valarie & Athos <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> - Monday, March 31, 2003 2:06 PM CST You got a ticket? (#%#*%) ok I'm better now. Well dont worry you can go to traffic school on line now. Thank you all for visiting Jakob site its nice to read everything. As for mommy thank you for being such a strong and loving mother Jakob just dosent know how lucky he is to have such a wonderful mother. P.S. And such a great wife! Love you Michael DADDY <MICHAELV@KFROG.NET> RIVERSIDE, CA USA - Monday, March 31, 2003 10:27 AM CST Hey baby boy, I can't wait to see you again. You are so special and very adorable. Your mom and dad are the greatest. Get better quick. Olivia just pointed to your picture and said, 'that's my baby' while I was typing this. ...We all Love you so much, Aunt Helena and family Helena Halter <halfam6@sbcglobal.net> Lake Forest, CA USA - Thursday, March 27, 2003 1:13 AM CST Hello Jakob,We love you and miss you alot. Hope you get better soon and come home for good. Love Aunty Valarie and Athos. opps almost forgot: (We miss you too Sylvia) Athos & Valarie Benincasa <athos_and_valarie@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, March 26, 2003 10:01 AM CST You are the greatest grandson any grandpa could ask for. I hope that you get better very very soon. And I just want you to know that through all you are going through I love you very much and I think about you all the time. As soon as you are better, we are going to take a very special trip together as a family. Love Grandpa Mike G Valenzuela Jr. <Mike.Valenzuela@bourns.com> Nuevo, CA Riverside - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 1:52 PM CST |
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