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Dear Lester Family,
Some day, in Gods time; you will see your sweet Emily again.
Until that time comes, may the Lord lift you up in comfort and strength and sustain your family in all the glory in which "Em" so lived her life. What an inspirational young lady she was to myself and to many other families! Thank you for sharing this very personal and private part of your lives with us. I feel so honored that God led me to your site three years ago when my son was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Emily and your family have helped me in so many ways and for that I thank you for sharing, encouraging and uplifting me when I needed it so much.
The out pouring of Love on these pages today are truely a testimony as to how much Emily and your family are loved.
Sincerely,
Cathy Intermill & Family

Cathy Intermill <lcscinter@starband.net>
Alliance, NE US - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:48 PM CDT

God is gracious all the time, but I'm having a hard time finding that in reading that Emily isn't in this place, with her family, where we humans think she should be. May God comfort you, may Christ be with you, and may you always be touched by the presence of the Holy Spirit. Know that your daughter/sister/neice/friend touched more folks than you will ever imagine.

May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you this day and always
Ann
Arlington, TX - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:30 PM CDT

We all miss you Emily, you were the strongest person I knew..
Michael Da Luz <xmadsox10@gmail.com>
Orlando, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:26 PM CDT

I am so very sorry for your loss. Emily was a beautiful girl. You will be in my thoughts & prayers. Fly free sweet Emily....
micele(nurse in ny)
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:17 PM CDT

My deepest condolences for your loss. I continue to pray for you, dear Emily's family. May God comfort you.
Carol Smith <CarolSmith777@yahoo.com>
St. Petersburg, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:51 PM CDT

My heart is so heavy with this news...I've been praying for Emily for awhile and will ask the Lord to wrap his arms around you now and in all the days ahead. She is safe with Jesus and for that I am grateful. How proud you must be of her and the grace and courage she taught all of us.
Joni Sichting
Minnetonka, MN USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:45 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family
I was so sad to hear of your news.
I have shared your story with everyone I can think of.
Please know that each and everyone of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We will continue to fight in Emily's memory. She was so blessed to have a wonderful caring family to fight with her.
I know at this devastating time in all your lives may you find comfort and strength in our "God" who has plans for all of us that we may not understand.
We are all here for all of your family.
God Bless Always
Sarah Miller and Family

Sarah Miller / Key Club Sponsor SHS <Sam9463@aol.com>
Seminole, Fl US - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:38 PM CDT

I have a son with cancer and it is not fair that this happens to our children. I do not see how praying does any good when they are not healed. What's the use. It is not fair and I feel for your family.
Roman
Aiken, SC - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:17 PM CDT

We're praying hard for your family. You are all loved. Emily was truly a beautiful butterfly - only with us briefly, but with a glorious essence that we are grateful to have experienced.
Love,
The Mahowski Family - Jan, Tom, Kate, and Kelly

Jan Mahowski <jmyhouse@tampabay.rr.com>
seminole, fl usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:13 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family,
Oh how my heart breaks today so I can't even begin to imagine your pain. I feel such peace that sweet Emily is no longer suffering but such an emptiness that she is no longer here. She has made my faith stronger and Hope has never been more alive to me than now. She has touched more people in her short life than most people ever will. I didn't know what else to do so I made a donation to St. Jude's today and I pray that a cure will come soon. Keep fighting Chemo Crew and congratulations on all the money you raised today. Emily and her family are heros to me.

Love,
Amy

Borrowed Angels by Kristen Chenoweth

They shine a little brighter,
They feel a little more,
They touch your life in ways no one has ever done before,
They love a little stronger,
They live to give their best,
They make our lives so blessed,
So why do they go so soon?
The ones with souls so beautiful,
I heard someone say
There must be borrowed angels here in this life,
They come along into this world,
And make this world bright.
But they can't stay forever,
Cause they're Heaven sent,
And sometimes Heaven needs them back again.

They reach a little deeper,
To see what's in your soul,
And even when they leave, you know,
You'll never let them go.
The world's a little richer,
Just cause they came along,
Their love goes on and on,
So why do they go so soon?
The ones with souls so beautiful,
I heard someone say
There must be borrowed angels here in this life,
They come along into this world,
And make this world bright.
But they can't stay forever,
Cause they're Heaven sent,
And sometimes Heaven needs them back again.

How else can you explain,
Why they're here and not here to stay?
I believe there must be, must be,
Borrowed angels here in this life,
They come along into this world,
And make this world bright.
But they can't stay forever,
Cause they're Heaven sent,
And sometimes Heaven needs them back again,
Sometimes Heaven needs them back again.

Amy <agresham@sbcglobal.net>
TX - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:10 PM CDT

I am praying for your family through this unimaginably hard time. I know the feeling that Emily must have had, that God is supporting us and carrying us through health trials. He will carry us to whatever will bring Him the most glory, even if that is to praise Him forever in Heaven. That can never take away all the pain of your loss, but at least in grief there is comfort. May God bring you the peace that surpasses all understanding!
Hannah (www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannah317)
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:02 PM CDT

Our hearts are breaking for those left behind. Emily was a true blessing from God and touched so very many lives. We are all better for having known her. With continued love and prayers...
The Homme Family <khomme@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:00 PM CDT

I have been following Emily's story only a few weeks. She is an amazing young woman. Her stength I will keep with me. I am a mother of a daughter with ALL. I hope I can help her to have similar strength and can inspire my daughter with stories of Emily's strength and courage. My prayers continue to be with the entire family during this time.
Beth Marston <markandbethm1@msn.com>
Montrose, CO USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:59 PM CDT

I am so sad. My prayers are with you all. Emily will forever be remembered and live on in all our hearts. She touched a lot of lives that is for sure.

God bless you all,

Mary Lynn Kesler
mary lynn kesler <kesler5_289@msn.com>
valrico, fl United States - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:58 PM CDT

Our hearts are breaking for those left behind. Emily touched so very many lives--and we are all better for having known her. With continued love and prayers...
The Homme Family <khomme@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:58 PM CDT

My condolences to the Lester Family.
I was so sad this morning when I read the new, its 9:38 PM EDT and I just finished reading the guest book from Emily’s web page and I am completely blown away!! Since this morning there are almost 200 entries from families all over who where touch by Emily in the most amazing way. You all must be extremely proud of Emily for sharing her story in the way she did and for making so many people’s lives just a little bit better and brighter. I have never meet Emily but she sure made me stop and count my blessing. My prayers are with your family and all of her friends and I will never forget what a special person Emily was.
God Bless,
The Battersby family

Glenn Battersby <battersby222@bellsouth.net>
Powder Springs, GA US - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:55 PM CDT

I just don't understand why. That's the answer I want. WHY?? When I get there, that's all I want.
Amy
Bloomfield Hills, mi - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:54 PM CDT

Dear Emily,
We left here already miss you greatly. We wanted to keep your dream of reaching the Gold Status at Relay for Life alive!! Therefore we decided to keep and work at the Publix Tag day today-- even though our hearts were breaking . You must have been looking over us----TODAY ALONE we raised $1,553.50. In all the years we have all done tag day fundraisers, no one we know has raised this much money in ONE day. People listened, others came out when they knew we were there and were incredibly generous, still others knew all about you Emily--many cried. One high school student went inside-cashed her pay check--and gave us her cash. What a statement to how much you are still touching our lives here.

We WILL reach that goal Em. We continue to pray for your peaceful rest and know that God has indeed taken one of the greatest people we have ever been blessed to know home with him.

God Bless you Emily. Rest in Peace. We will continue the fight here.
We love you.
The Chemo Crew <mtulm@tampabay.rr.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:53 PM CDT

I am so very sorry. Many hearts are grieving with you at this time. You are all in our prayers.
~Robin Bailey
Robin Bailey
Farmville, va - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:52 PM CDT

Dear Sweet Emily,
My nephew continues to battle leukemia and you have taught us so much about hope and faith. God bless you and your family and rest safe in the arms of Jesus.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/barryryanjr

Kimberlie Figg <Kimberliern@yahoo.com>
Ozark, MO USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:47 PM CDT

I am a friend of Billy and his family. Bill told me of Emily's passing. I just wanted to leave a small memorial here and hope it will give a little comfort to the family of such a brave young lady.
Joanne <jgerber1@comcast.net>
Maryland, USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:35 PM CDT

My condolences... Emily touched many lives during her time here, and I have no doubt that the ripple effect will continue on. She was and will always be an inspiration to us all.
Shelby Keefe <soonerviolinist@yahoo.com>
Oklahoma City, OK USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:26 PM CDT

For the past couple of weeks I have begun to fully appreciate life and the opportunities that accompany it. I realize now that I have taken many things for granted and I feel that we all do. Emily did not take life for granted. She touched countless hearts and remains with us. She was and still is our hope for the better. Even though it may seem that the candle is flickering dimly the light is still there. The light is Emily. I and many others pray for the Lester family. The next time we see her I know she will be sitting in the highest part of heaven happier than ever.
Rachel Evans <jefferykevans@aol.com>
Largo , FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:22 PM CDT

"In Better Hands"- Natalie Grant
It's hard to stand on shifting sand
It's hard to shine in the shadows of the night
You can't be free if you don't reach for help
You cant love if you dont love yourself

There is hope when my faith runs out
Cause I'm in better hands now

It's like the sun is shining when the rain is pouring down
It's like my soul is flying though my feet are on the ground
Its like the world is silent though I know it isnt true
Its like the breath of Jesus is right here in this room

So take this heart of mine there's no doubt
I'm in better hands now
I'm in better hands now
Fly sweet angel, we know you are in better hands now!
Lindsey Reeves <lreeves55@gmail.com>
Chattanooga, TN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:15 PM CDT

I am so sorry to hear about Emily. I am praying for your family.
Ann Watts <bubbasoldlady@cebridge.net>
Jacksonville, AR USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:12 PM CDT

Fly High Sweet Angel ^i^ Emily, to Jesus' waiting arms.
Love and prayers,

Debbie Campbell - Bridge of Dreams <debbie@bridgeofdreams.org>
VA USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:05 PM CDT

My heart breaks for your loss. I pray for peace. Emily is dancing with the angels and in God's presence. God bless you all.

CHRIS TOMLIN LYRICS

"Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"

Amazing grace
How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost, but now I'm found
Was blind, but now I see
'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace my fears relieved
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed

CHORUS
My chains are gone
I've been set free
My God, my Savior has ransomed me
And like a flood His mercy reigns
Unending love, Amazing grace

The Lord has promised good to me
His word my hope secures
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow
The sun forbear to shine
But God, Who called me here below
Will be forever mine
Will be forever mine
You are forever mine

Amanda <williamsnfl@yahoo.com>
Tx - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:02 PM CDT

Lester family, I am very sorry to hear about Emily.
C Preyde
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:43 PM CDT

I am so sorry to hear of Emily's passing. She was a courageous, brave, strong young lady, who lived life to the fullest. Emily's story has changed my life and I will never forget her.
Robyn <lubi316@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:34 PM CDT

Trisha, Steve, Matt, Catherine, and Grace...Words come by hard now...I am truly so sorry for the loss of Emily. She fought such a tough battle. What an inspiration she was and will continue to be. She touched our family, our souls. I will carry her within my heart forever. May God have mercy on your family through the tough times ahead. Emily is Love.
Necia Maloney WIlbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Florida - Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:34 PM CDT

Lester family,

I'm so, so sorry for the earthly loss of your precious Emily. As I read the news I just had that peace which passes all understanding... And as you said, God is merciful and He is good still.

Continuing to pray -

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:29 PM CDT

Our thoughts and prayers are with Emily's family and friends.

Paula and Lindsay Kirksey
(from the waiting room at St. Jude's ICU)
Paula Kirksey <nonny0466@hotmail.com>
Brookland, ar usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:23 PM CDT

I learned of your dear Emily through Elliott's website. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Maria <mariaw19@hotmail.com>
NJ - Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:16 PM CDT

I just came from Katia's message board and saw the news about sweet Emily. I am so sorry, words cannot begin to express my sympathy. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as you begin the ext phase of this journey. Emily was greatly loved by all of us who came upon her. She will forever be in our hearts.
Beth L <beanieb@neo.rr.com>
Mansfield, OH USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:06 PM CDT

Lester Family,
My sincere heartfelt sympathies to your family. Words can't explain the sorrow i feel. From one mom to another, I am so sorry for your loss. Emily is truly a special child of God as he needed her so soon. May God surround you with peace and serenity in the coming days.
Your friend Jeanne in Mn
jeanne <jeanneavon@msn.com>
wayzata, mn usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:58 PM CDT

I am so sorry for you loss. Every time I thought I was having a rough time in my life, I would refer to the way Emily handled her situation with bravery, grace, and faith. How could I do any less? How could you not read this blog and not be inspired. May god be with you at this difficult time.
Brett DaSilva <brett.dasilva@gmail.com>
Lexington , Ky 40502 - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:42 PM CDT

Dear Lester family,

Our thoughts and prayers reach out to you and your entire family. We will contiue to pray for Emily and all of you.

With deepest sympathy and love,
The Wiener Family
Petaluma, CA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:42 PM CDT

No words can possibly describe how I felt when I came to Emily's page today. My heartfelt sympathies to your family. Even though I never had a chance to meet sweet Emily she has made a very strong impact on my life.
Jessica <perfect_angel341@hotmail.com>
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:30 PM CDT

I was saddened by the news of Emily's passing. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
Polly Wheaton <pollylwh@aol.com>
New Port Richey, FL 34653 - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:13 PM CDT

We are sorry to hear of Emily's passing. Know that she will always be apart of our lives. We are blessed to have known her and blessed to know the rest of the Lesters. Remember, we are still here with you, every step of the way. We love you guys.
Angel and the entire Zent and Bedinghaus families <zangel@verizon.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:07 PM CDT

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:59 PM CDT

No words...just love and prayers to all of you.

Fly free sweet girl.
Martha <marthie@triad.rr.com>
Oak Ridge, NC - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:51 PM CDT

Sending lots of Love and Prayers
Quilts of Love ^Angel^ Trista

Trista Long <Chris-Trista@att.net>
Fairmont, WV USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:46 PM CDT

With deepest sympathy for the Lester family. Our prayers are with you that you may find comfort during this difficult time.
Tommy and Tandy Homer <beachmama997@yahoo.com>
Ormond Beach, Fl. USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:39 PM CDT

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4

Our heartfelt condolences to the Lester Family.
Norris Family <wnorris@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:37 PM CDT

We are so so sorry. We will be lifting you all up in prayer as you go through the next difficult days and weeks ahead. I'll keep in touch.
Juli Dalene <ldalene@sbcglobal.net>
Waterford, CT - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:35 PM CDT

I signed in the other day but I think it may not have actually made it to the guestbook. In any case, this note says much the same thing. I knew that God would do what was best for all involved and that it may leave those of us left on Earth longing for and mourning such a beautiful soul. I was so connected to Emily just because of a shared journey of sorts, but also because I am a Duke grad and was so thrilled to hear of her intentions to joined the ranks of Dukies. I truly feel a loss in both senses, but nothing near what those closest to her are enduring. I know it does not even begin to compare. Please just know that in my little corner of the world, she has touched hundreds of lives as I have shared her journey with my Duke hospital family as well as my Duke alum family and she will be missed by both because they knew that she touched my heart so the loss touches theirs as well. Emily is at peace. I will now focus more of the prayers for a miracle for her to the prayers for a miracle for those left behind that they may somehow put one foot in front of the other through these dark days that will continue to be lighted by the legacy of a teenager with the impact and wisdom of an 80-year old. Rest well sweet Emily. To her family and other loved ones, you are lifted up to the only One who can bring you any form of true peace--Christ the Lord. Find Him because of her. Hope is alive because Emily lived. She certainly increased my hope and I never even met her except through a few emails and this website. What an impact and what a young woman.
Khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:35 PM CDT

We Give Them Back To You

We give them back to you,
for you gave them to us.
Yet as you did not lose them in giving
so we have not lost them by their return.
Not as the world gives do you give,
O lover of souls.
What you give, you do not take away,
for what is yours is ours always
if we are yours.
And life is eternal and love is immortal,
and death is only an horizon,
and an horizon nothing save the limit of our sight.
Lift us up, that we may see further.

Your Sister In Christ <MacheleAkers@aol.com>
WV USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:32 PM CDT

Keeping you all in my prayers........
Manda/Angel_Wings <mandaandalanqueen@yahoo.com>
Erwin, TN USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:31 PM CDT

Lester Family
I am so sorry to hear about Emily's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayer. What a truly remarkable young lady she was and what inspiration she has given us all!
Jessie Wolfinger <jwolfinger08@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:12 PM CDT

I am a cousin of Audri Forrester and just read her journal. I decided to read Emily's. I am saddened to hear about her passing. My heart and prayers go out to her family and friends. As our TaeKwonDo school does our benefit for St Jude next Saturday I will be thinking about Emily and all of the other children there. To her family, You all have my deepest sympathy. May God bless you all.

Tammy Maxwell <trmax000@bellsouth.net>
McKenzie, Tn USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 5:07 PM CDT

My heart is saddened to learn of such a beatiful young girl.

Emily's corage, faith and love of life and others will be a beacon onto the path for many of us.

All of you and Emily hold a special place in my heart!

In Christ's love,
Bud/Angel_Wings
Bud West/Angel_Wings <budwest681@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:55 PM CDT

I have been following Emily's site for a little over 2 years. There are no words to say how very sorry I am for your loss. Emily was a true warrior until the end. God Bless your family and friends.

In My Thoughts and Prayers,
Chrissy B.
Chrissy B.
Ham Lake, MN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:42 PM CDT

GOD SAW EMILY WAS GETTING TIRED AND A CARE WAS NOT TO BE SO HE PUT HIS ARMS AROUND HER AND WHIPERED COME WITH Me .WITH TEARFULL EYES WE WATCHED HER SUFFER AND SAW HER FADE AWAY,ALTHOUGH WE LOVED EMILY DEARLY, WE COULD NOT MAKE HER STAY. A GOLDEN HEART STOPPED BEATING ,HARD WORKING HANDS TO REST GOD BROKE OUR HEARTS TO PROVE TO US HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST , MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE LESTER FAMILY ( GOD REACH DOWN AND HOLD THEM GOD BLESS
GEORGE PATRICK <Georgeleep2001@yahoo.com>
GROVE CITY , OHIO USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:29 PM CDT

A truly remarkable young woman and family full of heros. It seems just not so long ago we had Emily and the gang in the suite for her Sweet 16th Birthday. So many accomplishments she championed... may all of your wonderful memories fill your hearts during this difficult time.

Kasey Dowd <kdowd@bradrichardsfoundation.org>
Tampa, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:26 PM CDT

So truly, sincerely and deeply saddened for your loss. I weep for you. Emily is with the Lord and you will see her again. What an outstanding young lady with more of a legacy than most will ever leave after many more years here. May you find comfort in the Lord.
Julie Williams
Newnan, GA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:24 PM CDT

I am so sorry for the tremendous loss of your warrior. Know that she is dancing in heaven. She is looking in His face... can you begin to imagine the joy?

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast. I Peter 5:10

AMEN!

You are all in my prayers.

Blessings!
Jen Brown
PA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:23 PM CDT

My heart aches for you. God Bless you all.
Wendie House <Whouse@co.st-joseph.in.us>
South Bend, IN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:44 PM CDT

Hello, I'm so sorry to hear Emily has passed away. I've been following this page for a long time now although I didn't leave messages very often.

All my love

Viks

viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:41 PM CDT

Dearest Lester Family,

I am so sorry to read that Emily has gone. Please know that you do not grieve alone. May God watch over and comfort each of you now and evermore. This young woman's story of faith and courage won't be forgotten. We never had the opportunity to actually meet Emily here on this Earth, but we wait for the day when we will meet her in the presence of The Father. You will all ever remain in our prayers.

Charlie, Kim, Kaiden and Jameson
Charlie Byrom <charles.byrom@faulkner.edu>
Pike Road, AL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:28 PM CDT

THE WORLD IS A MUCH BETTER PLACE BECAUSE OF EMILY LESTER. MAY GOD BLESS THE LESTER FAMILY NOW AND ALWAYS. WE ARE SO SAD OF THE NEWS, BUT WE KNOW SHE IS WITH OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST AND WILL BE FOREVER AND EVER. MUCH LOVE AND SADNESS, THE GOLIS FAMILY (AUNT SUSAN'S SISTER PATTI, MIKE, MICHAEL AND CHRISTIAN.
PATTI GOLIS <PSGOLIS@BELLSOUTH.NET>
WESTON, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:27 PM CDT

I am just so so sorry
Debby Roberts <Djfrro@aol.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:20 PM CDT

TO THE LESTER FAMILY MY HEART GOES OUT TO. I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT EMILY SHE TRULY TOUCH MANY HEARTS SHE WAS A TRUE ANGEL GOD TOOK HER TO GIVE HER WINGS EMILY WAS A INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US WE KEEP PRAYING FOR THE LESTER FAMILY OUR LOVE AND SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE LASTER FAMILY GOD BLESS
GEORGE PATRICK <Georgeleep2001@yahoo.com>
GROVE CITY , OHIO USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:15 PM CDT

Emily, you are so inspiring to me and I will NEVER forget you and your courage! God bless you sweet girl!
Jennifer Hutson <jenhutson@cableone.net>
odessa, tx usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:13 PM CDT

Emily was a bright light to all her knew her and that light will continue to shine through as we remember her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Shelley
Shelley Coleman <colemans@lls.org>
Tampa, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:10 PM CDT

Poem
By: Emily
They say it is a battle
They say it is my fight
That I am such a strong one
As I make it through each night

That I'm so brave to take it
All this pain I hate
How can I not? I have no choice
This cancer was my fate

What defines a winner?
To die or stay alive
They say that you're a winner
When it is gone and you survive

But what defines a failure?
It's not when death takes place!
Suffering is rewarded
When Heaven is your place

Because if you think about it
Is Heaven not a true reward?
To live in paradise for suffering
Is a repayment from our LORD

I think that the true answer
Is that cancer's really tough
Through life or death you always succeed
When God has put you through enough

So next time you call it battle
There is some thought that you should give
You always win for suffering
Whether you pass away or live

Emily wrote this in 2003 and it's always stuck with me. God bless you, Emily.
The Davis Family
Largo, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:05 PM CDT

Dear Lester family,
I have been following Emily's story for about 6 months but never written-- I was so sad to hear that Emily passed away and I don't know what to say. I am 16 and lost a very close friend to relapsed leukemia 3 years ago. I am acutely aware of how much pain you all must be in and my heart goes out to all of you. Emily was an inspiration for many people, and this will not end even though she is no longer physically here! I have recently raised over $8000 for childhood cancer research in memory of my friend, and it was really amazing how people in my community rallied to support this cause when they heard her story. In a similar way, Emily will continue to inspire and her compassion will never die!
I wanted to share a poem with you that my friend's family and I found comforting:
The Homecoming

The spirit, newly freed from earth
is all amazed at the surprise
of her belonging: suddenly
as native to eternity
to see herself, to realize
the heritage that lets her be
at home where all this glory lies.

By naught foretold could she have guessed
such welcome home: the robe, the ring,
music and endless banqueting
these people hers; this place of rest
known, as of long remembering,
herself a child of God and pressed
with warm endearments to His breast.

--Jessica Powers

Emily lives on in all the lives she has touched, and she will never be forgotten!

~Meg

Meg <mbeneville@gmail.com>
CT - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:05 PM CDT

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I continue to pray for your family and may god bless you all. Emily is in heaven now and may she rest in peace
Scott Cameron
Lynnwood, WA USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:05 PM CDT

I'm so sorry about your loss of Emily. Although she touched many including myself, you were the ones around her night and day. I just want to say that Emily has done more with her life for God and others- is still doing it now- than people have done with their longer lives. She is my inspiration and my role model. I will continue to keep you in my prayers!
Amy Adams <raiders990@hotmail.com>
Saint Petersburg, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:57 PM CDT

Please know that we are praying for the whole Lester family! Thanks for sharing Emily and her story with us... and remember to NEVER give up Hope!
The Dubins <gregandkimdubin@yahoo.com>
Muskogee, OK 74403 - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:57 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family,

We are new to your site and had just begun to read your journal about your beautiful Emily! What a true inspiration she is. We are so sorry to read of her passing and will pray for peace and comfort for you all, in these very difficult days ahead. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you constantly, as we remember your hero --- your precious ♥Emily♥!

Love,
Rob, Amy, Emily, and Ryan Farrell
The Farrell Family <mommy2emilyandryan@msn.com>
Hampton, VA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:44 PM CDT

I am at a loss for words as i read of Heaven's New
Precious Angel arriving "Home" your daughter not only
touched hearts and lives of people all over the world,She inspired us to live each moment of our lives to the fullest,
to never give up,to love,to laugh,to hope to Believe and i will never forget this precious young woman who reached inside my heart and touched my soul..Our thoughts and our
prayers are with your family and friends of dear Emily.

"Fly,Fly sweet wing-Fly beyond imagining"
God speed precious Emily,God speed..
Trish/Angel_Wings/AngelWingsRemembers <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:42 PM CDT

"What we do in life echoes in eternity"
I grieve with your entire family.
Ann Weber Lang <proudmomlovesu2@aol.com>
Naples, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:38 PM CDT

I am so sorry for your loss.. Emily was truly an inspiration.. she has touched more people than you will even imagine. Words cannot express the sympathy my heart is pouring out to you at this time.
Godspeed Emily- rest in peace beautiful girl!
God Bless You-
Kim <kas412@sbcglobal.net>
Bartlettt, IL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:32 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family, My family and I are truly and deeply sorry over Emily's passing.Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this most trying of times and always!!!!
Delores Watson
Clayton, NC USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:31 PM CDT

Words cannot express how very sorry I am about Emily's passing. I know I only spent a few hours with her, but I know that she is truly a special girl. She has a light that glows around her, like an angel. May all of your memories of her bring you comfort at this sorrowful time. My heart goes out to everyone in your family.
Rachel Friel
Rachel Friel
Columbia, MO US - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:30 PM CDT

Please know that we will forever hold Emily in our Hearts. She will always be an inspiration, and a guiding light for all those who walk the streets of the 'World of cancer'. Sleep well Sweet Emily, we Love you, now and Always.

Alicia, Bill, and Billy
Billy's Dad {Bill} <wacki56@aol.com>
St. Pete, Florida USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:30 PM CDT

I am truly sorry. God bless you all. What a beautiful family you have. God is so glorified in your journey, the way you loved Emily, the way you cared for her every need. We are praying that God will continue to strengthen you and comfort you in the days to come. You are all loved.
Tracy/Angel_Wings <maverickmom08@sbcglobal.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:25 PM CDT

I am so sorry for your loss. We have prayed for Emily for a long time and will continue to pray for your family. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Michelle Council / Angel Wings <mcouncil@c-gate.net>
Laurel, MS USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:21 PM CDT

I am sending my deepest and most sincere condolences to your family. From the first time I met Emily I was inspired by her and always knew she would do great things with her life. I have no words right now because I am so sad for what your family and the whole community has lost. Emily will be greatly missed but know that her story will continue to inspire others to sign up for the registry and raise awareness. You all are in my prayers.
Love, Erin Doyle <boltsfan19@gmail.com>
Gainesville, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:20 PM CDT

There are no words right now. Emily will be such a blessing in her new Heavenly home. Precious young lady you will be missed and loved always. Please know you are all surrounded in prayer for strength peace and comfort.
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:20 PM CDT

Words escape me at this time. May God hold Emily close in his loving arms and may peace rain down upon those who love her so. Heartfelt condolences on the loss of such a beautiful young woman.
Vicki C/Angel Wings
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:16 PM CDT

Oh the GLORY! The vision of a beautiful young girl resting in the tender arms of Jesus. There she rests, there she rejoices in His Love~ My heart rejoices for you sweet girl! My heart is aching for your family and your loved ones~ May God's abundant love and mercy shower upon them. May His strength be theirs~
Tiger Gilbert <camtiger@bellsouth.net>
Montgomery, AL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:14 PM CDT

I'm so sorry! Praying for peace for your broken hearts.
Sharon
Largo, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:08 PM CDT

I am at a loss for words!
Emily is whole again, and she is finally free from this horrible beast(cancer).
I HATE cancer! I HATE the fact that someone so young should have to go through what Miss Emily had to go through, bbut she did everything with dignaty, courage, and more wisdom than anyone I know. Her battle has not been in vein, she has taught us the true meaning of life, and how to fight like a champ!
Emily will be missed but NEVER forgotten.She is a hero!
My prayers remain with Emily's family, friends, and followers.
Praying, Hoping, Believing
Amy Jurgen <Kitmineau@aol.com>
saco, Me - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:56 PM CDT

I just returned from the IR Publix. I wanted to tell each of the girls and moms out there what an amazing thing they were doing today in Emily's honor, but the only words that came out of my mouth were, "This is for Emily." So to each and every one of you who are out there today representing Emily's Chemo Crew... God bless you! You are awesome friends! I'm quite sure Emily is smiling down on all of you!!
S Norris
Seminole, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:54 PM CDT

Crying so hard right now, I'm at a loss for words. Please know that we are thinking of you all right now and praying still.
The Fandreys - Bryan, Eileen, Bryan, Sarah, Emilie and Jakob <efandrey@comcast.net.>
Woodstock, GA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:32 PM CDT

Even thought I never met Emily in person, she is a inspiration to me and they way that I live my life. You were blessed to have had her in your lives. Iam so sorry for your loss. Emily defiently left her footprint on this earth.
Shelley Thompson <shelleyat@hotmail.>
Halifax, NS Canada - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:28 PM CDT

Emily touched so many lives - even people who never met her. She will remain an inspiration to many. May you find comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering and is in God's arms. God Bless you all
Kelly Akeman <kakeman@tampabay.rr.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:22 PM CDT

It takes more courage to fight than it does to give up, and Emily fought fiercely, again and again, like the true champion she was. She was a shiny, luminous light in this world, and we will miss her greatly. The solace that we have is that she at peace in Heaven with God. Our deepest sympathy.

The Larimore Family, Bill, Carmen, Emily & Mike <carmencita16@cs.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:16 PM CDT

PLEASE STOP BY AND VISIT THE "CHEMO CREW" AS MANY FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS HAVE DONE SO TODAY AS WE STAND WITH MIXED EMOTIONS IN OUR HEARTS OF SADNESS AND JOY WE CONTINUE EMILYS FIGHT WE HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH KNOWING AND LOVING SUCH A WONDERFUL AND ACCOMPLISHED YOUNG WOMAN WHO HAS TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES HER FAMILY HAS TO BE SO PROUD I WOULD LIKE TO THANK EMILY FOR MAKING ME A BETTER PERSON AND I HOPE EVERYONE OUT THERE REALIZES HOW LUCKY THEY WERE TO BE TOUCHED BY HER SHORT LIFE WE LOVE OUR EMILY
JEFFREY EVANS <jeffreykevans@aol.com>
LARGO, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:14 PM CDT

Dearest Lester Family, Words cannot express what I am feeling at this time. Even though I have just found Emily's site, I have grown to love her as I have read her journal. She truly was an amazing young lady. I only wish I had had th opportunity to have met her in person.

I will continue to pray for you through the long and difficult days ahead. My the Lord give you peace and hold you close to him. Heavens have truly received an angel this morning.

God Bless!
David Daniel <rhondavid@yahoo.com>
Birmingham, Al - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:11 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Emily was my student, but she taught far more than I could have ever hoped to teach her. Her sweet smile and deep intelligence will be profoundly missed, but I am so grateful to have known her. Her courage, determination, and indomitable spirit changed me as a person and as a teacher. God bless you all.

Lisa Pritchard <pritchardl@pcsb.org>
Seminole, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:10 PM CDT

Dearest Lesters,
The pain you feel right now I know must be indescribable. I pray that our beautiful angels Emily and Jessie have bonded in heaven where they most want to be and that together they watch over us and pray for us who are left missing them. Catherine - please know I'm here for you whenever - I know you pain, I know what it's like to lose your best friend and sister. When I pray for you all, I particularly think of you and how much you have fought for Emily and helped her fight. The fight has been won and Emily has heard the words she has most wanted to hear "Well done, my good and faithful servant."
I remember shortly after Jessie passed away, there was nothing that anyone could say to make me feel better. Once, when we had a candle vigil for her, these people from some ministry came and said "It must make you feel better about your sister's death that her life touched so many people" and I looked at them and said "No, it really doesn't" and walked away. The truth is, you will be honored Emily touched so many people and happy that there are so many to carry on her memory - but it doesn't make you feel "better." They are different feelings. I'm so sorry you have to feel them.
Lesters, know that it's ok to not be ok right now. Know that you don't have to answer to anyone, or worry about anyone else right now - you have every right to focus on yourselves and you thoughts and emotions - don't let anyone make you feel differently.
I used to worry that I would make people feel bad because I was sad, or uncomfortable when I talked about Jessie. But talking about her helped me grieve because it made me feel like she wasn't really gone. If you want to talk about Emily and it makes people feel uncomfortable - that's their problem, not yours.
Know that there are so many people here that love you and will do anything they can for you. Please, Catherine if you ever need to talk, or just have someone to cry to - I'm here.
love love love
your future cousin/niece
Ashley
Ashley Hazelwood <ashley.hazelwood@furman.edu>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:08 PM CDT

I am so very sorry for your loss. Her story, your faith were truly inspirational. I will pray for all of you.

Pat Timmoney
Norwood , MA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:00 PM CDT

God bless all of you.
Krista
Pocono Mtns., PA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:58 AM CDT

We lift your family up in prayer and will continue to do so. May God grant you the strength and comfort you need in the coming days. Emily touched our hearts and inspiried us on a daily basis. We have our 2 1/2 year old son include Emily in his daily prayers and, as we were speaking in the car this morning, he said several times that he was "praying for God to make Emily all better". God has answered that prayer today and we rejoice that she is in His loving arms, free of any pain and suffering.
Rob, Kelly & Noah Johnson <kjohnsen16@gmail.com>
Windermere, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:51 AM CDT

I am such a loss of words, but I am so proud that we were blessed to have gotten to know Emily and your familiy. Liam was just talking about her this morning and sharing some fond memories of her. I remember her excitement at the snow there in Feb of last year. She was such a beautiful person and amazing... and I mean that in her heart and soul, let alone how beautiful she was on the outside. I am so sorry for the loss that this world has just suffered, but am thankful to know that Emily will never battle or suffer again.
Gina and Liam www.caringbridge.org/visit/liamreinier <ginabarrett@yahoo.com>
Ankeny, IA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:49 AM CDT

God speed sweet one
tricia <triciabxny@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:49 AM CDT

Thinking of you all at this time. I have been following Emily's Journey since just before her BMT. She really inspired me, and I will be praying for all of you, and for her.
Tracy Grant <davendos@iafrica.com>
Durban, South Africa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:49 AM CDT

Dear, dear sweet Emily, sleep in heavenly peace.
Celeste <starrystarrynight25@yahoo.com>
Moultonborough, NH USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:44 AM CDT

God bless your family...our hearts break for you. Heaven is a more beautiful place today.
Much love,
Sue Pickles
Angel Olivia's Aunt
Sue Pickles <tpickles@cfl.rr.com>
Melbourne, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:43 AM CDT

My deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of your beautiful Emily. Hoping she and my Mickey find each other in Heaven. Prayers for the hard days to come. Sincerely, Cathy Linehan mom to angel Mickey, now in Heaven 6 weeks www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
cathy linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
seaside, ca usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:36 AM CDT

A very gallant fight. I will continue to pray for strength and understanding. You have inspired me. love coco
coco borkowski <kokomoclu@aol.com>
st. pete, fl USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:35 AM CDT

Thank you for sharing your beautiful Emily with us out here in cyberspace and allowing us the honor of speaking to our Lord on her behalf. For our family, we "met" Emily in August of '03 and grew to love her as many others have. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, her family and many, many friends. We continue to pray for your peace in the knowledge that Emily is now seated at the right hand of God keeping watch over those she loves!! God Bless you all.

I thought I saw her face today,
In the sparkle of the morning sun.
And then I heard the angel say,
"Her work on earth is done."

I thought I heard her voice today,
Then laugh her hearty laugh.
And then I heard the angel say,
"There's peace dear one at last."

I thought I felt her touch today,
In the breeze that rustled by.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The spirit never dies."

I thought I saw my broken heart,
In the crescent of the moon.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The Lord is coming soon."

I thought that she had left me,
For the stars so far above.
And then I heard the angel say,
"She left you with her love."

I knew that I would miss her so,
And never find my way.
And then I heard the angel say,
"She's with you every day."

"The sun, the wind, the moon, the stars,
Will forever be around,
Reminding you of the love you shared,
And the peace she's finally found. (BD)

Love and prayers,
Linda

Linda Resinger
Farmington, MO - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:30 AM CDT

My deepest sympathy to Emily's family. I went to the bone marrow drive a few weeks ago and we all were hoping so much that she would find cure this time. She is in a better place now, without pain. May your family find peace knowing that your daughter has touched so many lifes.
Solveig F.
Largo, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:25 AM CDT

I know this is hard to realize.... but your prayers for healing have been answered, and Emily has experienced the ultimate healing that only God could provide. Your hearts will greive and you will miss Emily but just remember that she in now in heaven attencing the ultimate university and learning from the most perfect professor. Her quest for knowledge will be quenched by instructors and talent never seen on earth! And someday when you join her there, she will excitedlu show you around her 'new home'!

Praying for your peace and thanking you for allowing us to be part of this journey. Emily's courage has enspired us all!
Cyndi Rushing (Habitat for Hope) <crushing@hunterfan.com>
Memphis , TN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:25 AM CDT

My deepest sympathy. Prayers are being said, as tears fall for Emily's family.
Tammy DeBlaay FOH <tamydeblaay@yahoo.com>
Fort Worth , TX - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:09 AM CDT

dear Lester family,
my heart aches right now. i never met emily but she was such an inspiration! i will be praying for you all during this difficult time..you all have been thorough soo much these past seven years. but you have always held onto God. this was the poem that was used on my friends celebration of life card. its fits perfectly:
God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.

and my favorite verses:
2 corinthians 1:3-11
The God of All Comfort
3Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. 5For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows. 6If we are distressed, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which produces in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we suffer. 7And our hope for you is firm, because we know that just as you share in our sufferings, so also you share in our comfort.
8We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about the hardships we suffered in the province of Asia. We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life. 9Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. 10He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, 11as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our[a] behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many.

1 Corinthians 9:24
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win. AND DID SHE EVER!!
2 Timothy 4:6-8
6 For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; 8 in the future there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day; and not only to me, but also to all who have loved His appearing.

shelby <americaneagle517@aol.com>
Oviedo, fl - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:09 AM CDT

Happy that Emily is cured but my heart breaks for those she had to leave behind in order to be free of the cancer.

with love and condolences... <deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:07 AM CDT

I am so sorry, I have followed Emily's story thru Katia for a long time but quickly became a prayer warrior for this sweet, loving, energetic, kind, sensitive, loyal and loving young woman. I could not believe the news today, I am having difficulty seeing the keys thru my tears. Please know that Emily was one of the bravest and courageous people I have ever met, she fought hard and long and never gave up hope./\Till we meet again/\

May God welcome you sweet Emily, your fee.

God bless you all Susan
Shalom
Susan Hubley <susanhubley@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:07 AM CDT

Dear Family,
Emily has touched my life...you all have touched my life....
I just 'met' you all some months back when I read of your journey on Jeremiah Queen's caringbridge site...I have followed since then and have prayed and have hoped...that hope is not lost nor ever was vain...our hope is truly in Jesus. Emily's faith has been rewarded...her healing complete, albeit not the one we hoped for....
Thanks so much for allowing me to be apart of your lives...mine will never be the same.
My prayers and hope are with you all now as you face this time of change and grief. My tears of mourning, and yours, will not go unnoticed by our wonderful Lord and Savior.
Much love and many prayers!
Lori Southern
Huntsville, AL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:04 AM CDT

My deepest sympathy.
Margie Miller <margiemm54@aol.com>
Winter Springs, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:02 AM CDT

I am so sorry to hear about Emily's passing. As a mother of 2 boys and another one on the way my heart breaks for you, Trish. I remember watching you with your girls at the hospital and admiring your courage. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Allison Jackson ~ www.caringbridge.org/visit/noahjackson <AllisonRc1977@aol.com>
Saraland, AL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 12:01 AM CDT

Words cannot even express. Condolences are hardly enough, but I am in constant prayer for the Lester family. Emily is an angel, she always has been and her legacy will live on in our hearts forever. We love you Em!!!!
Lindsey Reeves <lreeves55@gmail.com>
Chattanooga, TN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:59 AM CDT

PRAYER BEARS WEBSITE

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:42 AM CDT

My heart is hurting over the loss of a beautiful young lady I never met. What an inspiration your dear Emily is. My deepest condolences to all of you. May you continue to find peace, strength, and comfort in GOD'S LOVE
Tammy Nettina
Lithia, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:42 AM CDT

Emily fought like a champion with a will that is astounding to me. So many hearts are broken for all of you even though we know she is now free from this horrible disease and whole again.
Sending the deepest, heartfelt sympathies to you. Emily's spirit will never be forgotten to so many of us who's lives she touched.
lisa
jersey shore, nj - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:35 AM CDT

To all of the Lester family I offer my sincere sorrow in the passing of Emily. I feel priviledged to have had her in my life. She was and will continue to be an inspiration to others. What she accomplished in her short life will have an impact forever.
yvonne smith <yvsrds@aol.com>
seminole, fl - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:31 AM CDT

I have followed Emily's story for the past 3 years, having first heard about her on Jacob Duckworth's site. She has been an inspiration to those of us who have children fighting cancer (I too have a son fighting A.L.L.), and a beacon of light. Her ability to truly live life to its fullest continues to inspire me each day. Her memory will live on - even in the hearts and lives of those like me, who never had a chance to meet Emily face to face.

Please know that my family will continue to pray for your family in the coming days, weeks, and months as you learn to live without your sweet Emily. I praise the Lord that she is free from the pain and bonds that leukemia had set for her - but I know your hearts will be hurting for a long, long time.

I pray that the Lord will show you the plans He now has for you. Surely He has a plan to use Emily's story for His glory. In the months and years to come, I look forward to watching that plan unfold as you seek His will, seeing Emily's story continuing to reach others for God's glory as the years go on.

In Christ,
Sandi Queen (Jeremiah's Mommy) http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/jeremiah <queens07@windstream.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:29 AM CDT

Praying for comfort for your family. It just doesn't make sense. Fly free brave Emily.
Lyndsay <lettersforlyndsay@Hotmail.com>
Canada - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:28 AM CDT

I had to check in again to see if there was news...and with tears streaming down my face I walked down to the office to share with you the words I have shared with too many families of those who have gone on before them....

"In God's plan every life is long enough and every death is timely.
And though you and I might wish for a longer life, God knows better.

And - this is very important - though you and
I may wish a longer life for our loved ones, they don't. Ironically,
the first to accept God's decision of death is the one who dies.

While we are shaking heads in disbelief, they are lifting hands to worship.
While we are mourning at a grave, they are marveling at heaven.
While we are questioning God, they are praising God."

From Max Lucado....Traveling Light.

As I have been in the "cancer world" now for almost 9 years...one would think I would get use to our earthly loss of another wonderful child. I do not...but what I have come to know and hold true to is that when our children are given to us...they come with an "expiration" date. The date the Father takes them back into His loving arms. Some expiration dates are a long time down the road...others like your Emily and my Vanessa are meant to be short and sweet. They fulfill their life duties early...they pack into their short years all they need...and than the Father embraces them again on His side of heaven.

That's the hope...the truth I hold onto...that's what gives me the drive to go on...Risking again....

My hope and prayers are for you to feel the Father's love surround you...giving you peace for the moment.

Emily wishes that for us all...
Angel Hugs and Prayers....
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Ministering to youth with cancer and their families...
Char <angelhugz2u@verizon.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:27 AM CDT

Tears are streaming down my face. My heart is just breaking for all of you. All of us here on earth lost a beautiful person, a beautiful spirit. Heaven gained a most precious gift today. A kind, caring, lovely angel.... All of you are in my prayers...

Emily....you have forever touched my soul and in my heart you will always remain. Your story has forever changed my life. You are now pain free, cancer free...fly high sweet Emily....fly high and fly free....
alyssa...www.caringbridge.org/ca/bennettboys (my godchildren) <sabiemc@aol.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:26 AM CDT

I am so very sorry but I am glad she is no longer in pain and in a place where she can live again. My deepest condolences to all the family and friends of Emily. I was honored to have known her, even if only through her story.
May God keep you in his tender care.
Cindy
Cindy Aldrich(mom to Elliott) <elliottsmama@comcast.net>
Sandwich , IL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:13 AM CDT

***I am so sorry to hear this news ! What a bright shining star she was & will continue to be. We are all blessed to have "known" her, thank you for sharing her with us. God be with you all.
Tonya Cotton :o) <Avery091@aol.com>
Clearwater, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:11 AM CDT

Dear Lester Family,
I am Honored to have known your very courageous daughter that I met through Caring Bridge, while we all prayed for Christine Clasen, who too "won" her battle 4/27/05 The Angels are surely wrapping Emily with the light of our Saviors love, may you also feel his loving arms around each of you. You all should be very proud of who Emily is and what she has taught so MANY of us, never give up, never lose faith, always believe, always hope.
My deepest prayers, and sympathy go with you all
Lynn Hedrick <mugsy@tampabay.rr.com>
Clearwater, Fl USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:10 AM CDT

Praying for your family...
julia
athens, ga - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:08 AM CDT

It is so hard to find the words to express my deepest sympathy right now. My heart hurts with the news of Emily's passing - but am so thankful she is now FREE from the pain and suffering. Know that I am praying for your family. May God hold you tightly and wrap you in His peace, love and comfort. Please know that I am here if you ever need to talk!
Love & FROG . . .
Duckworth Family <dhkduck@aol.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:07 AM CDT

My heart breaks for your family. May God bless you with peace and comfort as He welcomes Emily home.
Lauren <dramauknow@yahoo.com>
Mooresville, NC USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:06 AM CDT

Dear Lester Family,
May God hold you all tightly and sustain you. Emily is with Jesus now - there is no greater reward. Our prayers have been, from the beginning, with you and still are.
Maria Boutelle & family <boutelle5@integraonline.com>
Savage, MN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:06 AM CDT

Dearest Lester Family,

I felt the same sense of loss today I felt when my own daughter lost her valiant earthly battle with this monster we call cancer and I want you to know my heart and prayers are with you all. May the support of friends, family and complete strangers who fell in love with precious Emily continue to give you strength and may you know you are loved.

It is times like this we begin to understand the full magnitude of God's loving grace for within it you WILL find release from this deep anguish and loss with hope,strength and peace. May He surround you with mercy as you hold each other up and fill your hearts with love.

When I read the heartwrenching news today I immediately thought of the verse below:

Mat 25:21 His lord said unto him, Well done, [thou] good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Welcome home dear Emily. You brought thousands to their knees in prayer; thousands bowed their heads and all of us are better because of the light and inspiration you brought to this often difficult world. Your light will shine forever. While we mourn the absence of your worldly presence, all of Heaven is rejoicing at your homecoming.

God bless you all! My heart and fervent prayers are with you.
Much love,
Judy Crawford
Catch an Angel
Judy Crawford <tnderheart@yahoo.com>
TN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:02 AM CDT

Praying for all the Lester family. I am honored to have known Emily thru this page as well as my email and happy mail. As I start my own new fight, I will feel Emily guiding me.
Pam(www.caringbridge.org/visit/pam2007) <sylteach@aol.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 11:01 AM CDT

I'm sending much love and asking God to wrap His Loving Arms around Precious Emily's Family tighter than ever!!!
Dorine McNary
Williston, ND - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:57 AM CDT

Lester Family-
Our hearts are saddened as we read and found out about Emily. We have followed Emily's story since Audri was across the room from Emily when she came into to St. Jude 2023. She was such an amazing person and I shared her site with everyone that visited Audri's site and request their prayers as well for Ms.Emily. You all have touched our hearts and you all have a special place there. Emily has inspired so many. We are definitely keepin you all in our prayers and may God give you strength and comfort knowing that you were there by her side all the way fighting with her. Lifting you all in prayer at this time as my heart is so heavy for you all. We love you- Trish and Steve. I am so glad that God placed you in our lives. You two are amazing as well.

love- Crystal, Andy, and Audri Forrester

www.caringbridge.org/visit/audriforrester
Crystal Forrester <facforrester@gmail.com>
union city, tn usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:54 AM CDT

I'm so, so sorry! Can't see for the tears.
With Much Love,
Miss Judy
Miss Judy (Judy Elliott)
Naples, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:51 AM CDT

My deepest sympathies in your loss. She was an amazing person and we are sad here in Tampa today. God's peace be with you all. (Thank you for all your updates, Jim. Emily was lucky to have her Uncle Jim.)
Stephanie Salerno <stephanie624@earthlink.net>
Tampa, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:49 AM CDT

Dear Lester Family & friends: we are & praying for peace & comfort in the days ahead.

Charlene & Becky/Ones Who Care
.......... <gcbbunny@sympatico.ca>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:46 AM CDT

Dear Lester Family and Friends,

Emily has inspired hundreds more people than you can imagine. To love full lives, to fight the good fight, to strive for your highest potential and to never forget that we desperately need to find a cure for cancer. I have never commented before, but have followed Emily's life for quite a while. I have to walk by faith and not by sight and believe that Emily has found the ultimate reward, just as her uncle said. None of you or Emily will ever be forgotten. Your saga is one of true inspiration of how to live life and unwavering faith and grace. To Emily, I salute you for a life well lived and pray for your eternal life to be everything you deserve and more.
With love,

Mindy Jones
Lansing , MI - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:45 AM CDT

My heart breaks for your family. Emily has left a truly magnificent imprint on this world, and it will continue to touch and inspire so many for countless years to come. I pray for your family to find comfort and strength during this very difficult time.
Jamie Hostetter <ufjamolei@yahoo.com>
Tampa, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:43 AM CDT

Dear Trish, Steve, Matt, Catherine, and Grace and all of Emily's family who loved her so,

We are so very sorrowful for your loss and grief and we grieve with you. There are no words to describe all that you have witnessed and gone through in your support, devotion and efforts to do all you could for Emily. We pray that in the coming days you will be comforted that you did all you could and that she was loved, that she inspires so much in others, and that she is now comforted in arms of Our Father.

God Bless, and if we can do anything, please let us know.

Angela, Steve, and Meghan
Angela Gibson <agibson@tampabay.rr.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:39 AM CDT

Praying for your family at this time. May God's Blessed peace surround you in the days ahead. I am so sorry for your loss.
Linda Gentry <pggentry@suddenlink.net>
Sulphur Springs, Tx - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:39 AM CDT

Dearest Family,
Envisioning you surrounded with Love & Ligt during this arduously rough time. Lifting you up in Prayer-Songs, with love, in the moments, hours and days ahead.
Much Love and Warm Support,
Ms Lu
Hugs&Hope/Dabbles&Doodles
Lucel-Melody Wings
Atlanta, ga USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:37 AM CDT

Words cannot begin to describe the sorrow I am feeling. I have followed Emily's story for so long now. I am deeply saddened for your loss and continue to pray for strength for your family. My heart breaks for you but I know that God is there with you and is comforting you and holding you up. May you continue to look upward and draw your comfort from God. You are in my prayers.

Susan
Susan Hussey <husseys@sbcglobal.net>
Round Rock, TX USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:36 AM CDT

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY...
BJ Porche <bjporche1@hotmail.com>
Magnolia, TX USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:36 AM CDT

Dear Emily and Family,

Love, prayers, warmth and comfort to each of you from all of us every day.

Hugs and Love always,
Paul, Carla, Ian, Julia and Angel Olivia
carla b ceraolo <ccrew@tampabay.rr.com>
palm harbor, fl usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:35 AM CDT

I am so very sorry. I will hug my children tightly today and remind them how very precious each moment is. May God carry the burdens of your heavy hearts today.
Marla Grant <marla.grant@sbcglobal.net>
Edmond, Ok USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:32 AM CDT

Dear Lester Family, My heart breaks for you!! I will keeep you all in my prayers. Know that Emily touched many, many lives-myself included-even though I never met her in person! God Speed Emily!!

Sandra <sdtrotti@kingwoodcable.net>
Kingwood, TX - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:31 AM CDT

May God bless your family and hold you tight. Emily's constant faith has been a trus inspiration for me. Thank you for sharing Emily's journey with us. Your family is in my prayers.
chas hancock
tn - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:29 AM CDT

Dear Emily and Family,

Prayers, love, warmth and comfort being sent to all of you from all of us every day.

Love,
Paul, Carla, Ian, Julia and Angel Olivia
carla b ceraolo <ccrew@tampabay.rr.com>
palm harbor, fl usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 10:10 AM CDT

Emily and family,
As always you are in our thaughts and prayers. At these times our faith and beliefs will carry us. God is with you.
Gyorkos Family <sqpilisa@tampabay.rr.com>
Largo, Fl USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:53 AM CDT

Had to check in this morning...and let you know prayers continue...Peace and strength to all...
Wrapping you in prayers and Angel Hugs...
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Ministering to our youth with cancer and their families...
Char <angelhugz2u@verizon.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:52 AM CDT

“Living in a constant sea of devastation, I have witnessed innocence wounded, and come to terms with the precariousness of life. These angels living on in my heart are my reason for wanting to make a difference.” Emily Lester

AND YOU HAVE MADE A DIFFERANCE SWEET EMILY . . . .
I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET YOU . . .
WE WILL MEET IN GLORY . . . .
Your Sister In Christ, Machele <MacheleAkers@aol.com>
WV USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:50 AM CDT

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My heart breaks for you Tricia & Steve, and it breaks for Kitty, Grace and Matthew. Please know you are in my prayers, and surround yourselves with the beautiful memories of your beautiful precious Emily, who rests in the arms of Jesus, free of any suffering.
Nina Lynch <neena626@aol.com>
Seminole , FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:32 AM CDT

Lester Family
I wanted to tell you thank you for the opportunity to care for Emily. She was such an incredible, vibrant, smart young lady with a tremendous will to live. You all are a fantastic family and have touched my heart deeply. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will forever carry a piece of Emily and your family in my heart. You led by such example.

God speed Sweet Emily.

Sara Federico
Memphis, TN - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:19 AM CDT

Praying with a heavy heart...

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews
Houston, - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:06 AM CDT

Please know were still praying for your family and friends. MS Jennifer (a Forrester friend)
Jennifer Pierce <bojenn@aol.com>
South FUlton, tn - Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:03 AM CDT

Dearest Emily and entire Lester family,

Thinking of all of you this morning and praying for your comfort.

Much love to you all,
Terri
Terri Wood <terri.wood@stjude.org>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:02 AM CDT

thinking of you today! know that im praying for you all! stay strong. God is with you.
shelby <americaneagle517@aol.com>
oviedo, fl - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:58 AM CDT

Checking on and praying for you during the night, and again this morning.
Praying for your miracle, Emily. Remember...
"I can do all things through Christ which strenghtheneth me." Phillipians 4:13

Sandi Queen (Jeremiah's Mommy) caringbridge.org/pa/jeremiah <queens07@windstream.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:57 AM CDT

Prayers said for Emily this morning. Hoping for some good news towards her miracle. We continue to believe..... Will never stop.......
necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:29 AM CDT

Lifting you up in prayer!
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:20 AM CDT

Morning all, I just checked the Relay for Life site and wanted to make sure that you all tell Emily that she has already reached 50% of her goal, which means more than $5000 has been raised on her team!!! That is AMAZING! Thank you to the work of all on her team too!

I am thinking of all of you and just wish I could help in some way.
Gina and Liam www.caringbridge.org/visit/liamreinier <ginabarrett@yahoo.com>
Ankeny, Ia - Saturday, April 5, 2008 8:01 AM CDT

Praying for you this morning beautiful girl. I am asking the Lord to meet your every need today. God bless you.
Tracy/Angel_Wings <maverickmom08@sbcglobal.net>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:43 AM CDT

Good Morning Emily I am keeping you close to my heart and always in my prayers. Please know you are surrounded with love and prayers. MJ/Angel_Wings
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:32 AM CDT

To everyone in the Seminole and Largo Area, Emily's team, "CHEMO CREW" will be at the Indian Rocks Publix today between 8:00-5:00pm continuing her fight and collecting for the Relay for Life event. 13 days to go. Please stop by and show your support and continue to pray for Emily and her family. We Love You Guys. Jeff
Jeffrey Evans <jeffreykevans@aol.com>
Largo, FLa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:32 AM CDT

Hope floats

Even as things go downhill
And life becomes hell
Hope floats
Even as the world deserts you
And friends are few
Hope floats
Even as the only thing you have
Is a loneliness that is scary
Hope floats
Even as all seems lost and
Time remains a few grains of sand
Hope floats
Even as life seems beyond complaint
And strains of joy become faint
Hope floats
There may be nothing else to do
Than survive
And yet…as the self becomes distant
From the soul
There’s a voice that says
Hope floats...

I believe in you

I believe in your rising and falling
I believe in your smiles and tears
I believe in your joys and pains
I believe in your seed and name
I believe in your sunrise and sunset
I believe in your clouds and raindrops
I believe in your moon and galaxy of stars
I believe in you struggles and hopes
I believe in your desires and angels
I believe in your soil
I believe in your future
I believe in your generation
I believe in you

You are a true fighter and keep on fighting Emily,
we are all praying, hoping and believing

He is with you always.

Victoria Perez <victoria.perez@hcahealthcare.com>
Seminole, FL USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:16 AM CDT

WE love ALL OF YOU Monica Michael Mikey and Meghan
schoeller <m4schoe@aol.com>
Naples , fl u - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:04 AM CDT

Still praying.............
Dena Olsen <olsen7945@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 6:03 AM CDT

Prayers from me to you all. God bless.
Lisa <lisa.burt@tiscali.co.uk>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 4:38 AM CDT

Sharing my prayer with you..

God,
We love you so much and we continue to ask and pray for your healing touch for Emily. You are the Almighty, the Healer, our Father and we all turn to you and ask for Your miraculous touch. God, we ask and pray that you remove all the toxins in Emily's body. We ask and pray that you re-form her colon and make it whole. We ask and pray that you reduce all swelling in her body. We ask and pray that you touch each organ in her body that they may function properly. We ask and pray that you touch her kidneys that they may function on their own. We ask and pray that you touch her lungs that Emily can breathe on her own. We ask and pray that you touch her blood that all clots would dissipate. We ask and pray that you touch every cell in her body and make them healthy. We ask and pray that the cancer would leave her body like a cloud of black smoke and every cell be strengthened and renewed. We ask and pray for your divine intervention. We ask and pray for your warm and healing touch to cover her body that Emily will be comnpletely healed. We ask and pray for Emily's family who, at this critical hour, is turning to you for their only hope. Yes, God, though things may look impossible with our eyes, we turn to you. We lift our eyes to you. Yes, God, for with you all things are possible. We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.
Zita Chiacchia <zchacha27@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:35 AM CDT

lots of hope and prayers being sent your way from Sicily.
Gemma
Italy - Saturday, April 5, 2008 3:29 AM CDT

Thinking and praying at this early morning hour. We wish there was more that we could do.

Love,
Karen, John, and Ally Maricone <kmaricon@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL US - Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:52 AM CDT

Emily,
Please fight! I know you can! You are so strong! Constantly praying that you will be a miracle! I know that doctors can help you, but my faith is not in doctors it is in our God who can make miracles! He is awesome and he is Holy and he has plans for you! Plans to share your story!
We know that miracles can happen. God can make a miracle. We love you Emily, fight!
Ashley Hazelwood <ashley.hazelwood@furman.edu>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 2:25 AM CDT

praying and hoping for you in new york
Pooja Desai <poojad125@gmail.com>
- Saturday, April 5, 2008 1:45 AM CDT

thinking of you all throughout the night. you can do it emily!
jennifer hutson <jenhutson@cableone.net>
odessa, tx usa - Saturday, April 5, 2008 0:45 AM CDT

Emily and Family,

Our continued thoughts and prayers reach out to each of you at this very difficult time.

When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary;
When troubles come and my heart burdened be;
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence,
Until you come and sit awhile with me.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders,
You raise me up: To more than I can be.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders,
You raise me up: To more than I can be.

May each of our prayers continue to raise you up Emily in wellness; through Christ our Lord.

Cathy Intermill <lcscinter@starband.net>
Alliance, NE - Saturday, April 5, 2008 0:40 AM CDT

Dearest Family,
So glad your g.book is fixed and the notes are "sticking". I know of at least 5 people who have come daily and left messages, all the way to recieving the "thank you for signing" only to discover it didn't take. I only share this so you'll know you're getting even more support than your g.book shows, with far more people lifting you up with love in prayer.
Have been carrying you in my heart as I go about my daily life for 4 days solid, whispering your name and holding you up.
Much Love & Warm Support,
One among many,
Ms Lu
Hugs&Hope/Dabbles&Doodles
Lucel-Melody Wings
Atlanta, Ga USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 0:06 AM CDT

Emily:

Please know that many prayers are being offered here in Syracuse.

May I make a suggestion that maybe tommorrow night everyone light a candle in their window for God to see all the prayers offered for a Miracle for Emily. What that must look like from space because I know that these candles all over the world would be shining for her strength and recovery.

Love, Donna

Donna <dmaxwell@beaconfederal.com>
East Syracuse, NY - Saturday, April 5, 2008 0:05 AM CDT

Still praying and believing.
If you need anything just call (727)366-4022

teacher Assistant for Grace Lester
Jennifer Schirtzinger <jennya2j@aol.com>
Largo, Fl USA - Saturday, April 5, 2008 0:00 AM CDT

I love you Emily, Aunt Trisha, Uncle Steve, Catherine, Gracie and Matt...
Hang in there.
Victoria Previtera <soccerchic101@bellsouth.net>
Cooper City, Fl USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:57 PM CDT

hello to emily and family ; we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers .... i am so sorry to hear about your news and i can not say anything to make you feel @ ease ;but know i am sorry and i hope and pray for you dear ... you are a beautiful child of GODS AND we have faith he will be with you all .... the smith's [AUDRI'S AUNT AND UNCLE }
davidandmel <davidandmelsmith@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 11:57 PM CDT

praying in missouri
Jaimie Borislow & Katie Mahowski
Columbia, MO USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:56 PM CDT

Dear Emily & family,just know we're all still here adding prayers and accepting whatever door opens for Emily. What a magnificent family you are. May God bless you all during these most difficult days..your friends...joanne & the juniorettes
joanne walker
st petersburg , fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:36 PM CDT

Good night sweet Emily...I pray that morning will bring comfort and peace to you and good news to all that love you. Will continue praying for you and your family. Miracles happen and we believe in you. Let our great God lead you to healing. So much love coming your way.....
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:31 PM CDT

praying
Vicky <hoosiermomma2@msn.com>
Plainfield, IN - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:21 PM CDT

Praying for you and your family,
Maritere Fernandez <mfernxs@yahoo.com>
San Juan, PR Puerto Rico - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:17 PM CDT

Eternal God, in whom mercy is endless and the treasury of compassion inexhaustible, look kindly upon us and increase Your mercy in us, that in difficult moments we might not despair nor become despondent but with great confidence submit ourselves to Your holy will, which is Love and Mercy itself. Jesus I trust in you!
We will never give up hope... we will never stop praying for a miracle!
Alanna <alannae@verizon.net>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 10:58 PM CDT

I am praying desperately for a miracle for Emily and that she may some how know what is in our hearts..may God wrap His loving arms around all of your family...
Sue Pickles <tpickles@cfl.rr.com>
Melbourne, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:56 PM CDT

Continuing to pray for Emily's miracle and peace, strength and comfort for all of you.
Tammy Nettina
Lithia, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:54 PM CDT

Grace, grace, and more grace...

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews
Houston, - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:50 PM CDT

Praying for Emily. Hoping for Emily. Having Faith for Emily. Loving Emily. Please continue the fight sweet child.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:44 PM CDT

Please Jesus, please I'm begging you make a miracle please I'm begging, I'm begging, I'm begging you Jesus, I know you can, please please
Emily please fight
Please Jesus
Ashley
Ashley Hazelwood <ashley.hazelwood@furman.edu>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 10:35 PM CDT

I find myself at the computer checking almost hourly. I am praying so hard for a miracle.
lisa
- Friday, April 4, 2008 10:31 PM CDT

Praying for you with all of my heart and soul...
Gabriella <gmiyares@email.unc.edu>
Chapel Hill, NC - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:09 PM CDT

If the physicians believe that Emily can hear, than whisper in her ear that there are thousands of people that are pulling for her. Hoping for her. Believing in her. Praying for her, and loving her. Many that she has never met but inspired in a way that has touched us all.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:02 PM CDT

Non stop praying, with all Our Hearts!! We Love you all!
Alicia Gowacki <ABGowacki@aol.com>
St Petersburg, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:45 PM CDT

Dear Emily and family...we continue to pray for a Miracle..My thoughts are with you all..God Bless each of you.Love Nonna Rosalie
Rosalie Borselli <RBorselli @aol.com>
Jacksonville, Fl USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:42 PM CDT

Emily and Family,
My name is Shelley Arick and saw your name on one of my friends site, Madelyn Beamon. I read your story and want you to know you are in our prayers.
Shelley Arick <zappershirl@msn.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 9:42 PM CDT

praying for you...
robin in DC
- Friday, April 4, 2008 9:40 PM CDT

You all have so many prayer warriors out here and pulling SO much for you all.
I shake as I write this as Emily has meant SO much to SO many through her battle. Our hearts and souls are here with you and I hope you feel us 'out here'.
As always, and even moreso now, we HOPE, PRAY and BELIEVE in Emily's healing here on earth.
lisa <lisacallenwood@aol.com>
jersey shore, nj - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:32 PM CDT

Emily,
We just got home from the middle of the state and as we drove over, there was a rain shower and in it was a beautiful double rainbow. All I could think was it was there for you. I continue to pray for your healing. You are one remarkable young lady.
Yvonne Smith <yvsrds@aol.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:30 PM CDT

All our thoughts and prayers are with you right now Emily. God has you in his healing hands and holds you as his child. Hope, prayers, and faith. There is no greater love than the love from a mother....You are so blessed to have your family at your side, loving you.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:27 PM CDT

Praying and hoping still.
Sandi Queen (Jeremiah's Mommy) caringbridge.org/pa/jeremiah <queens07@windstream.net>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 9:21 PM CDT

Dear Emily, Catherine, and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers more than ever. If anyone can fight this battle, it's Emily.
Shelby Begany <sbegany@gmail.com>
St. Petersburg, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:18 PM CDT

Dearest Emily, you are in my thoughts and most of all, prayers. With God, all things are possible as He is the Great Physician. I pray for sweet peace, comfort and rest for you and your family. Sending "Angel hugs, love and prayers."

Angel w/Angel_Wings
Angel Venters <angel2948@aol.com>
Greenville, NC USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:10 PM CDT

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you during this time.

Carol and Joe Perillo <perillo1@verizon.net>
Odessa, Fl US - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:02 PM CDT

Dearest Emily, Steve, Trisha and Catherine,

May be peace of God fill your hearts and surround each of you as you continue to encourage precious Emily and pray for the miracle we are all praying for. Thank you for allowing all of us who came to Emily's site as strangers but now feel a bond and love for this wonderful young lady we seem to know to be part of this journey. I pray with all my heart you can fill the love and prayers storming Heaven for Emily's miracle from all of us. God IS with you.
Much love from one mother's heart to yours,
Judy Crawford
Catch An Angel

Phl 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Judy Crawford <tnderheart@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 8:37 PM CDT

Matthew 19:26 But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

WE LOVE YOU SWEET EMILY.........
Your Sister In Christ, Machele <MacheleAkers@aol.com>
WV - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:36 PM CDT

Dear Emily and Family,
I wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. God bless.
Melinda/Angel_Wings <mcgantt@bellsouth.net>
MS - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:35 PM CDT

Emily, your Aunt Alanna just called me to ask if we would continue the prayer chain. She said the family is gathered around your bed in prayer. Know that we carry this heartbreak with you and your family but continue to believe in the miracle that God can give. You are so very loved by your family, friends and even strangers. Such an inspiration to touch so many lives. We continue to have hope, faith and love for you Emily.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:34 PM CDT

To everyone who is local to the Seminole Area. We are continuing to raise funds for the Relay for Life Team for which Emily is the Captain. She has a passion for this team and for this fundraiser. Please tell anyone you know to come by the Indian Rocks Publix tomorrow to help us raise those funds for THE CHEMO CREW. WE are currently a "Bronze" level team and we want to get to "Silver" before the event. Genevieve and I will be there all day from 8:30am to 4:00pm. I do know we are also going to have Jeff,Rachel, Kanyon, Kaley, Mikayla and hopefully all other Emily supporters. Anyone else-we would love the company. Let's do an awesome job for our Captain!!! WE love you Emily and are praying night and day for your miracle.
The Ulm's and the Chemo Crew <mtulm@tampabay.rr.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 8:22 PM CDT

Emily and family,
I know you feel all of the love and prayers that are being sent your way. We will not stop praying for a miracle.
karen anderson
new orleans, LA - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:15 PM CDT

Continue to be strong, Emily. We pray for strength, comfort and peace for both you and your family.

Bob, Amparito, Jake, Amelia & Caroline Cox
Atlanta, GA USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:13 PM CDT

On my knees....
Martha <marthie@triad.rr.com>
Oak Ridge, NC - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:12 PM CDT

Emily, you and your family are in our prayers tonight.
Debbie Myers <jamesmyers1@suddenlink.net>
Muskogee, OK USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:04 PM CDT

Thinking of you and your family and praying too! God bless all of you!
Kristen Cunningham <kris10bo@hotmail.com>
Bradenton, Fl USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:58 PM CDT

My prayers are with you Emily, and to you, her family. You are all so strong and so brave, more than you feel right now, I am sure... God is with you... know this...
Stacy <sstangle@floridadefense.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:57 PM CDT

I have followed your site for many, many months and have been strengthened by the wonderful bond your family and friends share. I continue to offer my prayers for Emily and all of you. God Bless You
Paula Bachmeier <paulabachmeier@hotmail.com. www.caringbridge.org/nd/christopherbachmeier>
Burlington, ND usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:51 PM CDT

While we've never met I feel I know you and Emily thru your journal entries. Thank you for sharing your heart and your family with so many people. I pray for strength, comfort, peace, and for God to wrap his loving arms around you. Emily is indeed special!
Kristin Megenhardt <kristin.megenhardt@amdocs.com>
Champaign, IL US - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:50 PM CDT

Praying and hoping for all of you. I wish everyone who signs your site could be there to wrap you in their arms and offer you comfort.
Love,
Shelley
Shelley Coleman <colemans@lls.org>
Tampa, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:48 PM CDT

Letting you know that you are in my prayers

Cyndi/Angel_Wings <ms_independant0424@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 7:46 PM CDT

I am praying with all my heart that God gives you the miracle you deserve. Stay strong and stay positive! I BELIEVE IN MIRACLES!

Sandra
Kingwood , TX - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:37 PM CDT

Praying for your strength and comfort.
Michelle Council / Angel Wings <mcouncil@c-gate.net>
Laurel, MS USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:32 PM CDT

Continuing to pray...

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:31 PM CDT

I am storming heaven with prayers for you Emily!
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:18 PM CDT

Dear Emily,
I am surrounding you in an abundance of prayer!

In Christ's love,
Bud West/Angel_Wings <budwest681@hotmail.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 7:12 PM CDT

PRAYING , HOPEING, and still BELIEVING!!!
Fight Emily Fight!
Amy Jurgen <Kitmineau@aol.com>
saco, Me - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:12 PM CDT

Praying and hoping for a miracle.
Krista
Pocono Mtns, PA - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:11 PM CDT

Heart breaking.
Tracey
Mn - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:02 PM CDT

I'm praying for you Emily and your family. I miss all our old crazy times and think about you often. You're incredibly brave and an inspiration. We're all here for you!
Amanda Lindquist <lindquist_amanda@yahoo.com>
Palm Harbor, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:01 PM CDT

Stay strong my family is praying for you and your family.
Jacqueline Torres
Fresno, CA USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:00 PM CDT

Emily and family, I know things are tough, but I believe God has a plan for all of us! You are in my and many others' prayers.

Jeremiah 29:11 "'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'"
Amy Adams <raiders990@hotmail.com>
Saint Petersburg, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 6:51 PM CDT

Emily, many prayers for you and your family, for healing, for stength and courage. May God's presence surround you, giving you peace. Linda/Angel_Wings
Linda Cornelius <lwcornelius@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 6:36 PM CDT

Emily: I am praying so hard for you and your family. May GOD hold you close. Hugs and prayers.cc
Carolyn Wing/Angel_Wings <carolyn_wing@yahoo.com>
Carson City, MI - Friday, April 4, 2008 6:32 PM CDT

Emily and family, you have fought so hard for so long. I am praying for His intervention and healing. He has the final say in everything! I do know what your mom and dad and sister are going thru. The fear and hope. I hate leukemia with a passion! please please Lord touch this family.
Debby Roberts <Djfrro@aol.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 6:29 PM CDT

Storming Heaven with prayers for Emily's healing to begin and for her body to stabilize so that the Doctors can repair the colon and help Emily fight her battle. God Bless you each and everyone.
Debi Gulbrand <debigulb@bellsouth.net>
Middleburg, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 6:26 PM CDT

Praying sweet girl for your complete healing. Rest in the arms of our Lord sweetie, He'll carry you.

Tracy/Angel_Wings <maverickmom08@sbcglobal.net>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 6:25 PM CDT

Emily and Family I am keeping you all in prayer. Please know that you are surrounded with love and prayers.
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 6:17 PM CDT

May you find comfort in knowing He is with you always. Emily and family, you've been added to St. Pete - St. Raphael's Church's prayer list. I pray that Jesus is moved with the prayers of His faithful just as He was when told about the soldier's son, the lepard, the blind man and his friend Lazarus, and He healed them. May a host of angels hold you...
Helen <hjami@tampabay.rr.com>
St. Pete, - Friday, April 4, 2008 6:12 PM CDT

I really do not know what to say. I just pray for peace for all of you.
Cindy Aldrich(mom to Elliott) <elliottsmama@comcast.net>
Sandwich, IL - Friday, April 4, 2008 5:57 PM CDT

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Jesus Christ." Philippians 4:6,7

Praying now for Emily and her loving family.
Norris Family
Seminole, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 5:51 PM CDT

Praying for miracles and for comfort for all of you. May God hold your entire family close right now.
Lauren <dramauknow@yahoo.com>
Mooresville, NC USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 5:50 PM CDT

Emily, you and your entire family are on our hearts. We are praying fervently.

May you all feel Jesus holding you close.
The Wiener family
- Friday, April 4, 2008 5:24 PM CDT

Please know that we are praying for you guys!
Kim Dubin <gregandkimdubin@yahoo.com>
Muskogee, OK USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 5:18 PM CDT

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
- Isaiah 40:29-31
Em, we continue to have hope, and we continue to pray for all of you.
Nancy and Neil Cooper <ketchme222@aol.com>
Annapolis, MD USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 5:14 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family,

I continue to pray that God will gently carry Emily through this battle. I pray that God's Peace will fill your hearts and calm your fears as you face obstacles and the unknown.

Emily has touched people of all faiths, ethnic backgrounds, and ages. Her impact on the world is greater than many people will have if they live to be 100 years old.

I hold on to hope that Emily will recover. I pray that she will share and inspire people with her story for many years to come.
melissa wood <melwood49@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 5:07 PM CDT

I know that you do not know me and I do not know how I found this page with you on it, only thing I can say it is GOD wanting me to pray for you. That is what I am going to do for God well to be done in your life.... May he give the peace that you and your family needs in a time like this... Lean on him and he will carry you.. May you rest peacefully and I pray that things start to turn around for you... GOD BLESS YOU..
Brandy B <bboudreaux_99@yahoo.com>
Franklin, la usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:57 PM CDT

My heart is just breaking for all of you... I am praying so so very hard. Miracles do happen....and that is what my prayers will be focused on this evening.

Emily, you have touched the heart of thousands. People all over the world are praying for you. Praying for a beautiful strong woman we have all come to love so very much. Tonight I will light a candle for you and pray for god to bring you comfort and earthly healing...
alyssa...www.caringbridge.org/ca/bennettboys (my godchildren) <sabiemc@aol.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 4:51 PM CDT

praying for you every minute today emma<3
Nini <district_sleeps_alone22@hotmail.com>
Regal Lane, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:48 PM CDT

Emily, I have been praying for you and your family since I met your Grandmother before Bay to Bay. I will continue to keep you in my daily thoughts and prayers as I know many are. God be with you.
Dorie Michalik <Dorie@newattitudez.com>
Seminole, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:44 PM CDT

still lifting you up with prayer during this difficult time. may you feel God`s prescence and arms wrapping you all tightly. hang in there sweetie we all are pulling for you! sending love,prayers,hugs and sunshine from Florida.
shelby <americaneagle517@aol.com>
oviedo, fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:31 PM CDT

Praying for Emily and family
Kate Dee <k.l.dickinson@talk21.com>
Knebworth, England - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:24 PM CDT

Praying and believeing that all is possible with God. I hope you all feel our love and support from out here in CB land. Having Hope in Iowa,
Marjie
Marjie <jmr@mahaska.org>
Oskaloosa, IA USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:24 PM CDT

My prayers are lifted up with so many other...
Angel Hugs & Prayers...
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Friday, April 4, 2008 4:19 PM CDT

Praying and believing in miracles - we are with you all and continue to lift Emily up in our thoughts and prayers! Thanks for keeping us all updated - we check constantly for the slightest bit of info to keep us going!
Jen, Jack, Shelby & Jackson <ferpee@aol.com>
Cooper City, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:12 PM CDT

Praying, very hard!, for Emily and her family.
pam porter www.caringbridge.org/visit/alexporter <r.porter@mindspring.com>
Cumming, GA - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:08 PM CDT

Know that we continue the prayer for precious Emily....She is in our thoughts and prayers, everyday and every moment..My nine year old son Jack sends his love and prayers as he has also followed along Emily's journey. Hope, faith and love coming your way......
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Florida - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:01 PM CDT

I found out about Emily from Meghan Mack's website. I pray that God's mercy will shower you.
Charity Summers <csumm75@hotmail.com>
Little Elm, TX - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:55 PM CDT

Hi EMILY ,TRISH AND STEVE JUST GOT HOME TO CHECK ON SWEET EMILY I BEEN PRAYING FOR YOU .AND THE FAMILY ALL DAY STAY STRONG WE LOVE YOU GUYS WE WILL KEEP PRAYING ( PRAYERS )( FAITH) ( LOVE ) GOD BLESS YOU ALL
George Patrick <Georgeleep2001@yahoo.com>
Grove City , OHIO usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:55 PM CDT

Hey Emily,
I haven't talked to you in a really long time, and I'm so sorry about that. I miss you and I'm praying so hard for you.

Kasey Hladik <K_Hladik@yahoo.com>
Tarpon Springs, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:47 PM CDT

Praying without ceasing, always. Praying for your healing and strength for all.
Marisa Borgia <mborgia89@aol.com>
St. Petersburg, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:38 PM CDT

You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that Emily will be healed here on Earth!
Christy
Knoxville, TN - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:31 PM CDT

Praying for every single one of you. May God lay His hand upon each of you.

Charlie, Kim, Kaiden and Jameson
Charlie Byrom
Pike Road, AL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:29 PM CDT

keep on fighting girl!
im praying for you every day and hopefully that miracle is just around the corner.
stay strong <3
Shaily Desai <shaily101@aol.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 3:24 PM CDT

Praying,Praying,Praying for you and your
family dear Emily..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:22 PM CDT

Emily and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jessica <NYJess01@aol.com>
NY - Friday, April 4, 2008 3:08 PM CDT

Praying without ceasing for all of you.

lisa <lisacallenwood@aol.com>
jersey shore, nj - Friday, April 4, 2008 2:58 PM CDT

Praying for Emily and all of you at this time. My God's presence fill the ICU room, may His wisdom guide the doctors, and may His spirit fill your heart, soul and mind with peace.

With love and prayers

Gwen and Russell Cruzan
Gwen Cruzan <thecruzans@satx.rr.com>
San Antonio, TX USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 2:35 PM CDT

Praying hard and checking for updates often. Your whole family is in my prayers.
Karen
Mckinney,TX, - Friday, April 4, 2008 2:33 PM CDT

I am a friend of Emily's Aunt Deirdre and have been following along for years. Thought I would let you know I was here thinking and praying for you all.

Love,

Terri <danielst@missouri.edu>
Prairie Home, MO - Friday, April 4, 2008 2:22 PM CDT

Praying for Emily- Praying for Emily and her family.
Mary H <mch@herzogcrebs.com>
S t. Louis, MO - Friday, April 4, 2008 2:09 PM CDT

We are praying for your beautiful Emily, may she fight the fight and and claim her victory. Praying for your peace and wisdom as you stand beside her...
The Lowenthal Family
Savannah, GA USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 2:01 PM CDT

Praying now for a healing miracle for Emily.
Jennifer, a Texas prayer bear <texasprayerbear@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 1:58 PM CDT

Emily, Keep fighting girl...you can do it!!!! We are all praying so hard for you....All is possible with God at your side. We believe in miracles and we believe in you!!! Much love being sent your way. Hope, faith and prayer.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:44 PM CDT

So glad to be able to access the guestbook.....I couldnt get to it this morning. I just want you all to know I am praying for you all. When I read last night's update I was so sad, I did not sleep well last night thinking of your family. I am touched by Emily's story and I KNOW there is so much of it to be told. Praying hard for a miracle for your daughter......Dena
Dena Olsen <olsen7945@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI 53154 - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:42 PM CDT

thinking and praying for emily constantly....
jennifer hutson <jenhutson@cableone.net>
odessa, tx usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:31 PM CDT

A prayer has been said and a candle is burning for Emily.

Leesa
SW, MO USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:23 PM CDT

I am once again brought to tears by Jim's eloquent interpretation of all that is happening as well as being sad for this family's fight. I have a daughter and I just can't imagine. Prayers, prayers and more prayers.
Deirdre Antalek <deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 1:13 PM CDT

We are praying. God bless you all.
Wendie House <WHouse@co.st-joseph.in.us>
South Bend, IN - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:12 PM CDT

Dear Lord, We BELIEVE in Emily's miracle. We BELIEVE that You have such great things in store for Emily and want them to come to pass. We have faith that as Your child, Emily is covered in Your love and mercy. Please work now to heal her from this critical condition. We know only You can fix her and we have faith that You will! Please guide her doctors to make the correct decisions in her healing... We're anxiously awaiting Your great works! In Christ's name, Amen.
Emily - hang tight....we're praying for you sweet girl!
Kim/Angel_Wings
Kim <miller.k1971@yahoo.com>
Lecompte, La USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:09 PM CDT

Thank you for the updates - we are continuing to hope and pray for Emily and all of the family. She has beaten the odds before - praying for another miracle.
Nancy Cooper <ketchme222@aol.com>
Annapolis, MD USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 1:02 PM CDT

Dear Lester Family: I have been following Emily for years and I don't know that I have ever written. I have been where your fmaily is today with my daughter Meghan who was 2 1/2 when she lost her battle with Bi-Phenotypic Leukemia. I unfortunately know the pain, the fear and the shear exhaustion that you all are enduring and my heart aches for all of you. The decisions you have to make at this point are the hardest you will ever face. I have sent Emily's story out to everyone I know so that she can be added to as many prayer lists as possible. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers and I continue to believe in miracles for your sweet Emily.
Carol Mack (Mom2Angelz Meghan & Taylor) www.caringbridge.org/fl/meghansjourney <tmcmbm@aol.com >
Titusville, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:54 AM CDT

Jim - thank you for your beautiful description of Emily's current surroundings. I know that those of us that are with Emily spiritually now feel we are with her physically as well. Thank you for that gift. Emily remains in my continuous prayers. God Bless.
Colleen Wille <irishwille@comcast.net>
Lockport, IL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:53 AM CDT

Thank you so much-Jim for the continous updates. All of us here at home check on Emily constantly and feel so helpless. Your entries make us feel like we are there with you and can extend our hearts out to help any way we can. We continue to pray, pray, and pray some more.
The Ulms <mtulm@tampabay.rr.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 12:52 AM CDT

I have been a long time Lurker of Emily's and felt the need to let the family know they are in my prayers. She is an amazing younglady who has shown her strength. As a wife of a Cancer patient Trisha has shown me the strength to keep going on no matter the news. You and your family are in my prayers here in East Tennessee to day. As Little Jacob's mommy says, you have to keep on FROGing.
Jillian <jparker@smartecorp.net>
Chattanogoa, Tn - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:50 AM CDT

Thank you so much for the multiple entries... I am checking in as frequently as I can get near a computer... While I am afraid for Emily and her family, I know that she is extremely tough and at the best hospital in the world, and if this is beatable, it will be Emily to do it! But to have to watch your amazing family struggle through so much is hard too...
Gina and Liam www.caringbridge.org/visit/liamreinier <ginabarrett@yahoo.com>
Ankeny, IA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:47 AM CDT

Dearest Emily (and family)
I do not know you, but I saw your link posted on a blog site just a few days ago and I have been praying for you ever since. My prayers are with you every step of the way. I can't imagine what you are going through, and miss Emily...you are SUCH a fighter!!! I can sense that in the udpates that your loved ones post. I will say a special rosary just for you and keep you in special prayers this weekend at Mass. With this in mind, know that I am saying special prayers of healing for your family as well. Special hugs and prayers sent your way!!!
Amanda in Colorado
Amanda <abs_0181@yahoo.com>
Denver, CO USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:47 AM CDT

PRAYING FOR NOTHING SHORT OF A MIRACLE!

AS KATIA AND I DROVE ACROSS THE BRIDGE FOR A DAY AT CLINIC, I WAS IN TEARS THINKING ABOUT EMILY'S UPDATED CONDITION AND HOW EACH OF YOUR FAMILY MUST BE FEELING.

AS WE ARE AT CLINIC I KNOW EMILY AND TRISH AS BEEN IN EVERY ROOM HERE, SEEN ALL THE SAME DOCTORS AND NURSES AND I CAN FEEL THE SOMBER FEELING AROUND HERE AS THEY TOO ARE PRAYFUL FOR EMILY.

IF ANYONE CAN PULL THROUGH SOMETHING THAT MAY SEEM NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE, EMILY CAN. WITH GOD, NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE.

"AS LONG AS THERE IS LIFE, THERE IS HOPE".

WE ARE CONTINUOUSLY PRAYING FOR EACH OF YOU.

LOVE, THE SOLOMON FAMILY

WWW.LADYBUGKATIA.COM

TRACY SOLOMON <tmsol87@aol.com>
TAMPA, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:47 AM CDT

Praying so hard for Emily and her family.
LeeAnne
Hastings, NE - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:43 AM CDT

Joining the multitude at the throne of God, praying for Emily's miracle. At this time Emily's being held by our Father, our prayer's for Him to kiss her on the forehead, and return her to her family. Waiting for this miracle about to be revealed.
Rhonda <rhondabill@aol.com>
Springfield, MO - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:43 AM CDT

Praying for you and your family Emily!!!!
Pam
Wayside, NJ` USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:35 AM CDT

Praying so so very hard....Emily we all love you so very much...
alyssa...www.caringbridge.org/ca/bennettboys (my godchildren) <sabiemc@aol.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 12:33 AM CDT

We are praying ferverently....and sending our love...

Ann and Jace <cajunlaughs@yahoo.com>
Duson, La USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:27 AM CDT

We were invited by a friend to pray for precious Emily and her family. We will continue to pray, believe, and hope for her.
Sincerely, The Bailiff Family

Christine Bailiff <cebailiff@verizon.net>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:26 AM CDT

My heart breaks for your family and the decisions you are faced with. Remember, I am continuing to pray...
BJ Porche <bjporche1@hotmail.com>
Magnolia, TX USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 12:06 AM CDT

Many prayers are being offered up for you Emily and your family~ My heart and strength is with you Sweetheart~
Tiger Gilbert <camtiger@bellsouth.net>
Montgomery, AL USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:55 AM CDT

Emily, you and your entire family are in my prayers. You are a fighter!!!! You are also such an inspiration to all of us.
Tiffani Macfarlane <tiffani.macfarlane@cancer.org>
Seminole, Fl USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:43 AM CDT

Praying with all of our hearts...
The Homme Family <khomme@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:40 AM CDT

I am praying for you Emily! For you and your family. You have touched so many lives with your strength, grace, and love of life.
Jill
Tallahassee, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:40 AM CDT

Emily,
Praying and believing in your miracle!!!!!!! Sending love and prayers to you and your entire family. I hope that all of your family is with you to strengthen you sweeite. I've been trying to sign the guestbook since yesterday. It must be overloaded with all the prayers and thoughts for you.

Amy
Amy <agresham@sbcglobal.net>
tx - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:27 AM CDT

Emily and family-
Hope, Faith, and Prayer. Our hearts are saddened to hear of your critical care. God had you in the palms of his hands. I pray for strength for you and your family. Praying hard for you sweet girl!

love- Crystal, Andy, and Audri Forrester
www.caringbridge.org/visit/audriforrester
crystal forrester <facforrester@gmail.com>
union city, tn usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:27 AM CDT

Praying. We love you Emily and your wonderful family. Feel God's love and strength. He is with you and holding all of you.

Love,
Jane
Jane Matthews <janematt@tampabay.rr.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 11:13 AM CDT

Prayers and love sent to all of you.
Helen in CA
- Friday, April 4, 2008 11:04 AM CDT

Praying dearly here for you, Emily!! Lifting your whole family up to the Lord. Keep fighting, sweet girl!!

Love from Georgia,

Tricia
PParadise, GA - Friday, April 4, 2008 11:02 AM CDT

I am thinking of you all this morning. Hang in there Emily and keep on fighting. So many are inspired by you!
Love, Erin Doyle <boltsfan19@gmail.com>
Gainesville, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:51 AM CDT

Good morning sweet girl, I have read so many entries on this guest book and am incredibly moved. I asked my school once again to pray for you and they are very dutiful prayer warriors. We are storming the gates of Heaven with prayers of complete healing for you and God's peace and will to be with your family in this incredibly trying time. Our almighty healer is holding you in his hands Em. I love you!
Lindsey Reeves
Chattanooga, TN USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:45 AM CDT

I am one of many strangers who is on my knees in fervent prayer for all of you. Praying, praying, praying.
Julie Williams
Newnan, GA - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:45 AM CDT

Sweet Emily and Family,
I am praying and hoping and praying and hoping. God Bless you all.

Debi Havens <debihavens@hotmail.com>
St Pete Beach, FL - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:38 AM CDT

Prayers for Emily and her family.
Lyndsay <lettersforlyndsay@hotmail.com>
Canada - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:36 AM CDT

MANY PRAYERS BEING SAID HERE IN NEW YORK FOR EMILY.

DENISE AND STEVEN
Steven's website
Long Island, NY - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:33 AM CDT

We are praying for you Emily. The boys and I are going to light a candle for you today at church..Love -Sprague Family. Jim and Kris's. friends in MD...
Kenna Sprague <mikeandkenna@hotmail.com>
ST Leonard, MD - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:30 AM CDT

Many prayers for Emily and her entire family. May God be with you all!
Jacquie
MN U.S.A. - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:28 AM CDT

Praying, hoping, praying.
The Ulms <mtulm@tampabay.rr.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 10:20 AM CDT

PRAYING FOR EMILY.....She is in (((God's Hands))) Praying for all of the Family at this critical time....my heart goes out to all of you.
Susie Kausler <swtsue17@aol.com>
Jax, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:19 AM CDT

Praying and asking all I know to pray also. Becky
Becky
Wendel, NC USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:16 AM CDT

Dear Emily and family, Praying for you during this most critical and painful time. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
cynthia d. burkett <fourfootniner@yahoo.com>
Lockport, ny usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:13 AM CDT

As you face this challenge, my prayers are with you and your family...love,coco
coco borkowski <kokomoclu@aol.com>
saintpetersburg, fl USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:10 AM CDT

Hope, faith, and prayer for Emily and her family.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 10:06 AM CDT

Continuing to pray...
BJ Porche <bjporche1@hotmail.com>
Magnolia, TX USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 10:00 AM CDT

Praying....
Christy <tryin2behappy@gmail.com, www.caringbridge.org/visit/chloenewman>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 9:48 AM CDT

I'm praying very hard for you all right now, for Emily's healing either here or in heaven and for peace comfort and strength for all of you.
Loriann
Benji's page! <5zellos@satx.rr.com>
Selma, TX - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:44 AM CDT

We are praying very hard here in Pennsylvania for you Emily!
Krista
Pocono Mtns. , PA 18229 - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:44 AM CDT

St. Judes Cathedral school and St. Petersburg Catholic school continue to pray for Emily's recovery. Emily has so many people pulling for her and loving her.
Necia Maloney WIlbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:39 AM CDT

PLEASE KNOW THAT EVERYONE IS PRAYING HARD! MAY YOU FEEL GOD'S ARMS AROUND YOU ALL.
Linda Smith (Vicky's mom) <lsmith@wellingtonschool.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:37 AM CDT

Trisha and Family....We are so sad to know that Emily is in such critical condition....Our hearts are heavy during this time of devastation...But please know that we are still praying, hoping, and have faith that Emily will still get her miracle. She is a very strong girl and has so much to look foward to.....Such an inspiration to all...We will wait on the next update with hope....Hope that Emily will pull through all of this...Much love to all of you.
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:36 AM CDT

Dear Emily, You are right here in my heart and right here in my prayers, every minute of the day and night, wherever I go, whatever I do. I admire your strength and courage and the way that you enjoy life in the face of great adversity. I know that you are surrounded by the love of your remarkable family and so many of us who surround you too. We are with you, today and every day. Love, Celeste
Celeste <starrystarrynight25@yahoo.com>
Moultonborough, NH USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:36 AM CDT

We are storming Heaven that Emily be comfortable & the family has strength for whatever God has in store.

Charlene & Becky/Ones Who Care
Ont. Canada <gcbbunny@sympatico.ca>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 9:25 AM CDT

Continuing to pray for you all.
Shelby <Americaneagle517@aol.com>
Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:24 AM CDT

Emily and Family
Praying and hoping with all my heart. Sending love and prayers your way.
Nancy Cooper <ketchme222@aol.com>
Annapolis, MD USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:23 AM CDT

I am praying for you Emily!
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:22 AM CDT

Praying, Praying, Praying!

Hoping, Hoping, hoping for a miracle!
Laurie <h82luz5@aim.com>
St. Cloud, MN US - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:16 AM CDT

Emily and Family Please know that you are in our prayers for all your needs. Hugs sweet Emily.
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:16 AM CDT

Praying for all of you.
Michelle <mmadair@cox.net>
- Friday, April 4, 2008 9:14 AM CDT

prayers for Emily and Trish and Steve and Catherine and Grace and the rest of the Lester Family.
With love,
Jan R. <anjrosen@yahoo.com>
Oak Park, CA usa - Friday, April 4, 2008 9:14 AM CDT

Praying hard. Hoping and believing in miracles.
Karen
Mckinney,TX, - Thursday, April 3, 2008 11:53 AM CDT

hoping and praying in this crucial time.
stay strong guys.

<3
Meghan Cottrell
meghan <simplyamazingmeghan@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, April 3, 2008 11:44 AM CDT

Storming Heaven with Prayers for Emily!!
Kim <kas412@sbcglobal.net>
Bartlett, il - Thursday, April 3, 2008 11:42 AM CDT

"TIME IS ETERNITY"

Time is too slow
For those who wait,
Too swift
For those who fear,
Too long for those who grieve,
Too short
For those who rejoice,
But for those who love
Time is eternity.

Sending "Angel hugs, butterfly kisses, love and prayers."

Angel w/Angel_Wings
Angel Venters <angel2948@aol.com>
Greenville, NC USA - Thursday, April 3, 2008 11:16 AM CDT

Dear Emily,

It's your Aunt Tricia in Iowa. I just wanted to reassure you that every day you have more and more people praying for your complete recovery. Everyone I encounter is touched by your story and agrees to pray for you. I know that God is using your suffering to bring others closer to Him. This past weekend we celebrated Divine Mercy Sunday, an extra special day of mercy and grace. I asked God to channel his healing mercy to you and I trust that HE is. Continue to pray Emily. Pray with faith and know that you are so very loved by Him and by so many here on earth! Love, Aunt Tricia
Tricia McDonell
- Thursday, April 3, 2008 10:09 AM CDT

Good morning Emily,

Just checking to see how you're doing. We are always praying for you and your family. Hang in there and stay strong.

Charlie, Kim,, Kaiden and Jameson

Charlie Byrom
Pike Road, AL USA - Thursday, April 3, 2008 8:21 AM CDT

I pray that today finds you making more progress!
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Thursday, April 3, 2008 7:53 AM CDT

GOOD MORNING EMILY!!! Thankful for the baby steps being taken. Know you are fighting hard. Praying for complete recovery and cancer free.
David Daniel <rhondavid@ayhoo.com>
- Thursday, April 3, 2008 7:41 AM CDT

Good Morning Sweet Emily I pray you had a restful, healing night. I will be praying today for continued improvement for you precious young lady. Please know you are surrounded with love and prayers.
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Thursday, April 3, 2008 7:03 AM CDT

Hi Sweet Emily

Thinking of you & your family ALWAYS.
Praying for you constantly.
Hoping for more positive results.
Believing you will continue to win your battle!
Susie Kausler <swtsue17@aol.com>
Jax, Fl USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 11:29 PM CDT

Praying that "progress" becomes a regular word in the days ahead

Cyndi/Angel_Wings <ms_independant0424@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008 11:27 PM CDT

Constantly thinking of and praying for you! Stay strong girl!
Lindsey <lreeves55@gmail.com>
Chattanooga, TN USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:46 PM CDT

We continue to check on you regularly. Keep up the fight! WE're praying.

Juli Dalene <ldalene@sbcglobal.net>
Waterford, CT - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 5:03 PM CDT

HI EMILY & FAMILY keep up the good fight emily .you aur a very strong fighter that what it take .lot of churches here in ohio are praying for you . I pray for you 3 and 4 times a day . you are a very special angel here on earth keep fighting. and we will keep praying .PAYERS / FAITH / LOVE . GOD BLESS you are very well loved ( just keep fighting )
GEORGE PATRICK <Georgeleep2001@yahoo.com>
Grove CITY, OHIO USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 5:02 PM CDT

emily,
you continue to be in my prayers.keep fighting sweetie.

www.caringbridge.org/visit/angelperez
quilts of love angel rebecca perez" angel rebecca" <babygirlx3perez@yahoo.com>
moorhead, mn usa - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 4:15 PM CDT

Stopping by to check in on you this afternoon, Emily. I'm so glad to hear of the progress you're making. I'm praying for you!
Susan/Angel_Wings <amdg31@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008 2:27 PM CDT

I AM PRAYING FOR YOU EMILY. YOU HANG IN THERE AND KEEP FIGHTING. KNOW THAT PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD ARE PRAYING FOR YOUR FULL RECOVERY!!!!!!!!!!!! I BEIEVE IN YOU AND I BELIEVE YOU WILL BEAT THIS!!!!!
Cathy Bowman <chope2769@aol.com>
Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 12:10 AM CDT

I am so proud of you Emily, and so thankful to God. You have amazed many over the years, you are a shining star! My prayers and thoughts remain with you and your family.
Stacy <sstangle@floridadefense.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 11:21 AM CDT

Emily,

Just dropping by to check in on you. We're praying for you constantly. Hang in there and stay strong.

Charlie, Kim, Kaiden and Jameson
Charlie Byrom
Pike Road, AL USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 9:49 AM CDT

Slow and steady wins the race. I know Emily will win hers. Constant positive thoughts being sent your way.
Lisa
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008 9:39 AM CDT

I look at that beautiful picture of you with your brother and two sisters and know that you will be smiling like that again soon. My two youngest boys and I prayed in mass for you this morning Emily. They both said that they had said an extra prayer just for you. Thoughts of you and your very special family are with us daily. So happy to hear that you are making progress and FAITH is what we believe will bring you to back to that healthy daughter and sister....Stay strong and keep fighting....With so much love coming your way.....
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Fl - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 9:16 AM CDT

I have been checking in on Emily continuosly, though I have not signed the guestbook in a while. I am still thinking of her and praying for her. I don't know if you remember us from the fashion show of last year or the flashes of hope photo shoot last winter but my little girl Sierra also has ALL and has just relapsed. We are weighing so many decisions ourselves as to the best plan to take for her due to her having Downs kind of makes the decision trickier. Her relapse has me thinking even more of Emily, Mathew & Jimmy. I pray they all recover and that they live a long and healthy, cancer free life.

In prayer,

Mary Lynn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/sierrakesler
mary lynn kesler <kesler5_289@msn.com>
valrico, fl United States - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 8:50 AM CDT

Hi Emily,
I am so glad to hear you're making progress, and that you get to see Catherine, Jamie, Vicky, and Katelin! We are all keeping you in our prayers.
Love you, Kaley
Kaley Foley <kkathlete6@aol.com>
Largo, FL USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 8:40 AM CDT

Praise God for your progress.... God is good all the time and all the time God is good!

Love in Christ,

Brandi/Angel_Wings
Brandi Howell <brandiandlee@hotmail.com>
Cordele, GA USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 8:24 AM CDT

Hi,
I am new to Emily's site, but I wanted to leave a note to let you all know that I will be praying - along with so many others - for Emily's healing. I am happy to read that there are little signs of progress.
Veronica/Angel_wings <vzgranier@yahoo.com www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellygranier >
vacherie, la - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 8:02 AM CDT

So glad to hear about your progress Emily. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:47 AM CDT

Emily and family,

Lifting you up in prayer ! You go girl !

www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellymuldoon
Lynne Muldoon <lajmuldoon@aol.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:26 AM CDT

Dear Sweet Emily,
I'm praying, hoping and believing that you can feel all the Love that is coming your way from all over the world. Keep fighting, you have a job to do!!!! You're truly a Hero . . . .

Your Sister in Christ

Machele <MacheleAkers@aol.com>
WV USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:21 AM CDT

Praying, hoping and believing here in New Hampshire.
Celeste <starrystarrynight25@yahoo.com>
Moultonborough, NH USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:19 AM CDT

Just read your story. WOW...you have experienced so much. Thank you for sharing and being open and allowing others to get a glimpse in so we can pray specifically for your needs.

Love the pics too. My family and I will be praying for you.
The Carroll Family <johnc@fellowshipmemphis.org>
Memphis, TN USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 7:17 AM CDT

Thinking of Emily this morning and so grateful to hear of her medical progress. The human machine is proven to be a very powerful one. God bless the rejuvenation of her liver and that she is being weaned from the oxygen. Stay strong, Emily. Duke awaits!
Praying, Hoping and Believing in VT.
Vicki C/Angel Wings
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008 6:22 AM CDT

Continued prayers, for hope, the power of pray. Always believing. Many prayers, Linda/Angel_Wings
Linda Cornelius <Lwcornelius@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008 6:16 AM CDT

Praying, hoping and believing for Emily and family.
http://www.freewebs.com/prayerbears
Jennifer, a Texas prayer bear <texasprayerbear@yahoo.ocm>
Bridgeport, Texas - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 2:21 AM CDT

My friend, Martha Barber, sent me your web sight. I had prayed from Emily some time ago when she was at St. Judes for the transplant. I was moved by the up-dates of Uncle Jim. How wonderful to have someone so caring keep everyone informed. I live in Fuquay-Varina NC only about 30 Mi. from Duke University. Congratulations on her acceptance there! I will be praying that a miracle is awaiting Emily & she will get to attend this fall. (Willa A.)
Willa A.
Fuquay- Vaarina, NC USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 0:56 AM CDT

praying for you everyday. keep up the fight beautiful girl!
Jaimie <jboris474@yahoo.com>
Columbia, MO - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 0:41 AM CDT

Emily and Family,
We are continuing to hope, believe and pray for you here in Gainesville. I've shared your story with some of my classmates, and they're all praying and hoping for you too. I'm so happy to hear that you are making progress. Remember that there are so many people who believe in you! Keep fighting!
Reshelle Smith (Vicky's big sister) <Reshelle.Smith@gmail.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 11:35 PM CDT

Emily and Family-

It is wonderful to hear another piece of good news. You are all being prayed for and lifted up here in Oklahoma. You are all loved and we want to hear of more good news no matter how slight the progress.

-Melinda
Melinda <cheergirl2000_2001@yahoo.com>
Oklahoma City, OK USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 10:23 PM CDT

I am so so happy to hear of Emily's improvements. Even if they may be slight...I know first hand how much those improvements really are of importance and give a brighter light to the day. Praying, hoping and believing....
alyssa...www.caringbridge.org/ca/bennettboys (my godchildren) <sabiemc@aol.com>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 10:12 PM CDT

First off, I am digging the fish!!! And then, more importantly WOW!!! That liver is GREAT!!! Go Emily!!! What a great sign, the weaning on the vent! I have butterflies in my stomach from that update! I can't wait to stop up and see you guys next month when we come in for our visit! Hopefully Emily will be off the vent and ready to talk with Liam. He is full of stories he wants to tell her! (He has taken quite a shine to Emily!!!)
Gina and Liam www.caringbridge.org/visit/liamreinier
Ankeny, IA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 10:10 PM CDT

Emily,
Just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. May the Lord supply each and every need. God bless you.
Melinda/Angel_Wings <mcgantt@bellsouth.net>
MS - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 10:03 PM CDT

Emily,
It's good to hear of your progress, no matter how small - progress is progress!
Still praying for you every day.
Sandi Queen (Jeremiah's Mommy) caringbridge.org/pa/jeremiah <queens07@windstream.net>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:58 PM CDT

Checking in on you tonight, and as I read the latest entry, I am reminded how significant each and every prayer is. Already, Emily is a true miracle, and I believe she will make a miraculous recovery. God definately has a plan for this beautiful young lady, He is not finished with her yet. I am continuing to pray for her healing. God bless you!!
BJ Porche <bjporche1@hotmail.com>
Magnolia, TX USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:22 PM CDT

Just checking in to let you all know you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I constantly check the site for updates and appreciate your uncle taking the time to fill us all in.
Give yourself a big HUSKER HUG!
Love,
Shelley
Shelley Coleman <colemans@lls.org>
Tampa, FL - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:20 PM CDT

Blessed Emily,
I send you this prayer before I sleep.
God our Father, source of all health, be near your daughter Emily who suffers in this time of weakness and pain; relieve her of her burden and heal her. Father we pray that You grant her peaceful sleep so that her body and soul may rest in her hours of silence.
Bless her family who know not what another day may bring. Make them ready for whatever it may be. whether they must stand, or sit or be confined, grant them a strong spirit.
Father inspire those who bring healing and care to our sister Emily. May they bestow Your gifts of health and strength upon her.
Grant this prayer, through Christ our Lord. Amen
mario <mariovitrano1@aol.com>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:14 PM CDT

Emily, I am so happy to read of your progress. I will continue to pray many time daily that the liver fully regenerates, that the blood clots dissolve and that you are off of the ventilator in no time. You have such strength and are truly a super hero. Sending lots of love to you and your family. Keep up the fight, hope, faith and strong will. Can't wait to see you at home.

Love,
Jane
Jane Matthews <janematt@tampabay.rr.com>
Largo, FL - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:14 PM CDT

Keep fighting sweetheart! I am so glad you are doing better, slowly but surely. Continuing to petition the throne for you and your family! We love you Emily.
Lindsey <lreeves55@gmail.com>
Chattanooga, TN - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:11 PM CDT

Dear Emily and Family,
What wonderful, inspirational, miraculous steps forward. Still praying for all your needs, especially the kidneys and the clots now. Long roads always have great things at their ends, thank you for bringing all of us along with you as you go. With you in hope, belief, and prayer always- The Vasquez Family
Rita M. Vasquez <ritamv@tampabay.rr.com>
Seminole, FL USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:09 PM CDT

WELCOME SEMINOLE KIDS!!!!
GO!!! EMILY GO!!!!
On the wings of angels you will soar to the highest!!
Thinking of you with love, HOPE, and Prayers, coco
coco borkowski <kokomoclu@aol.com>
saint petersburg, fl USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:07 PM CDT

continuing my daily prayers..as the tortise proved..slowly but surely wins the race.
shelby <americaneagle517@aol.com>
oviedo, fl - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 8:21 PM CDT

You are in my thoughts and prayers- Chel/Angel_Wings
chel <michelledemeter@yahoo.com>
new london, ia - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 8:21 PM CDT

Sending love and prayers your way!

Love,

Michelle Council/ Sarah's mom/ Angel Wings

www.sarahcouncil.com

Michelle Council / Angel Wings <mcouncil@c-gate.net>
Laurel, MS USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 7:50 PM CDT

Praying with hope and always believing with great faith.

God Bless,
Christy A./Angel/Wings <christy_ambler@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 3:20 PM CDT

Although I do not sign daily, I want you to know that I check daily, sometimes several times, and I pray, hope and believe even more than that. Emily, you and your family are in my thoughts often. God bless you all...
Stacy <sstangle@floridadefense.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 2:53 PM CDT

Praying, Hoping, and Believing.....
Pat Becnel <patzbecnel@yahoo.com>
Vacherie, LA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:36 AM CDT

Emily, I am continuing to pray for you and your family. I have amaryllis flowers in my garden and they are slowly blooming. When I look at them, I think of you, slowly healing, and I pray that as the flowers continue to bloom that you continue to get better. Spring is a time of hope and I believe that you will get well.
PRAY HOPE BELIEVE
Carol Smith <CarolSmith777@yahoo.com>
St. Petersburg, FL USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 9:22 AM CDT

Keeping you in my prayers......
Manda/Angel_Wings <mandaandalanqueen@yahoo.com>
Erwin, TN USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 8:28 AM CDT

Hello little miss Emily...Hope you continue to heal...I know your Mom is taking great care of you....You are blessed to have such a wonderful family, you should also be proud of them as they are of you.....Keep up your fighting on that end and we will keep up our praying on this end...Much love being sent your way....Stay strong with God..
Necia Maloney Wilbur <nawilbur5@yahoo.com>
Seminole, Florida - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 8:15 AM CDT

Heavenly Father, watch with us over your child Emily, and grant that she may be restored to that perfect health which it is yours alone to give; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Love and prayers,

Carol/Angel_Wings
Nana to John Eric (NB) http://www.carepages.com (johnericbartels)

Carol Brothers <carolab7@comcast.net>
Finksburg, Md. USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 8:00 AM CDT

Morning Emily and family I pray you had a restful, healing night and that today will be one of progress for you. Please know that I am thinking about you and you are always in my prayers.
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 7:44 AM CDT

I am continuing to lift you up in prayer!
Marianne/Angel_Wings <mjackson@wwhgd.com>
Roswell, GA USA - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 7:42 AM CDT

Hi, Emily,

I am keeping up the prayers for you sweet heart! I beleive that you will get better!

In Christ's love,
Bud/Angel_Wings
Bud West/Angel_Wings <budwest681@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 7:06 AM CDT

Praying for you, sweetpea! I hope today is a good day for you. May God strengthen and encourage all of you.

Love & hugs,
Michelle / Angel_Wings
Michelle Zimmerman <michellezimm@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 7:00 AM CDT

God bless you precious girl. I am praying for the Lord to meet your every need today. I am praying, hoping and believing!
Tracy/Angel_Wings <maverickmom08@sbcglobal.net>
- Tuesday, April 1, 2008 6:46 AM CDT

Emily,

I am continuing to pray for you daily. I do BELIEVE you will be better - little by little! Your Uncle is doing a wonderful job keeping everyone informed about you. I know you are so proud of him.

Nancy Rice
Brentwood, TN - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 6:36 AM CDT

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