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I just stopped by Faithful Froggers and my heart got so sad seeing little Jacob in the middle of all of his growing brothers and sister, oh how I wish he were here with you...but as you once said Heather, although the time he has been gone is getting longer, the time when you see him again is getting shorter, I like to think of it that way too! I miss him, I hope you are all doing well and celebrating the way Jacob always did.
Much Love Duckworth's
Audra Deffenbaugh <audrall@yahoo.com>
Tyler, TX USA - Monday, December 1, 2008 10:57 PM CST

This IS Jacob's guestbook, right? Some strange entries...was just stopping by and noticed the change in the background. Know that I'm always praying for your family!!!!!!!!!!!!
Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Prayer Bears
Lynn Worley <prayingprayerbear@gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Friday, November 28, 2008 10:43 PM CST

We are praying for your quick recovery.
Rocky and Sandy Friedman/Charlie and Daniel Seal
- Friday, November 28, 2008 2:34 PM CST

Hey Gavin!! We hope u are doing well. We am praying for u and WE think all of our and everyone elses prayers are working. We miss u dearly and wish u the best. Happy Thanksgiving!! GET BETTER SOON!!!!
The Betz Family
- Friday, November 28, 2008 11:01 AM CST

Dear Heather,

I have just looked through your most recent photos. What a handsome family you have! Allie and Joey are certainly growing a lot.

I am sure all of the Duckworths have gone to bed tonight well-fed. We are certainly full of turkey and all the trimmings.

I am adding a little poem, which the children may enjoy. It can be said, or it can be sung to the tune of "My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean."

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Turkey Shot Out of the Oven

By Jack Prelutsky

The turkey shot out of the oven
and rocketed into the air,
it knocked every plate off the table
and partly demolished a chair.

It ricocheted into a corner
and burst with a deafening boom,
then splattered all over the kitchen,
completely obscuring the room.

It stuck to the walls and the windows,
it totally coated the floor,
there was turkey attached to the ceiling,
where there'd never been turkey before.

It blanketed every appliance,
It smeared every saucer and bowl,
there wasn't a way I could stop it,
that turkey was out of control.

I scraped and I scrubbed with displeasure,
and thought with chagrin as I mopped,
that I'd never again stuff a turkey
with popcorn that hadn't been popped.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, November 28, 2008 0:43 AM CST

I'm looking for the gavin matheis entries
Sister Dorothy
Beech Grove, IN USA - Thursday, November 27, 2008 9:55 PM CST

Happy Thanksgiving, To All!

Dear Heather,

I am thinking of you, and of all of Jacob's other loved ones, on this great feast day. God bless you all.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Now thank we all our God,
with heart and hands and voices,
who wondrous things hath done,
in whom his world rejoices;
who from our mother's arms
hath blessed us on our way
with countless gifts of love,
and still is ours today.

O may this bounteous God
through all our life be near us,
with ever-joyful hearts
and blessèd peace to cheer us;
and keep us in his grace,
and guide us when perplexed,
and free us from all ills
in this world and the next.

All praise and thanks to God
the Father now be given,
the Son, and Holy Ghost,
supreme in highest heaven,
the one eternal God,
whom earth and heaven adore;
for thus it was, is now,
and shall be evermore.

Words: Martin Rinkart (1586-1649), 1636
trans. Catherine Winkworth (1827-1878), 1858

Music: Nun danket alle Gott (later form of melody by Johann Crüger, 1598-1662)

Hear it at: http://www.oremus.org/hymnal/n/n139.html

Gratefully. Thankfully. Peacefully.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, November 27, 2008 11:25 AM CST

Happy Thanksgiving, Duckworths!! Happy Turkey Day, Jacob!!
Giving THANKS to you for sharing so much of yourselves with me!

Keep FROGging!
Terry B <geetey@aol.com>
st louis, MO - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 11:00 PM CST

Hey Heather,

Thought I'd drop by over here for a change. Just wanted to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving...

I'll look forward to all the pictures!

Blessings,

Susan
<Susan2956@yahoo.com>
Baton Rouge, - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 8:19 PM CST

Heather
your blogging break is lasting more than a week.
:-)
sure hope that means that you all are doing some wonderful things.
but, I must admit, I do miss seeing those cute Duckworths!
prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Monday, November 24, 2008 6:27 PM CST

Hi Heather,
I have been following your story since Jacob was first diagnosed. Although I do not know you personally, I love your family and feel as you are such an inspriation to all.

I come to you today with a HUGE request... I have a friend who's 5 year old little girl was just diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma. When I first heard the news, my heart melted. All I could do was think about Jacob! Being a mom of two little girls myself, I can't imagine this! Can you PLEASE pray for Morgan! Also for her mommy, daddy, and big sister Ally who is 7 years old.

You can visit her website @ www.sparklyflower.com

God bless,
-Cristy
Cristy Pitts <cncpitts@verizon.net>
Seffner, Fl - Monday, November 24, 2008 7:49 AM CST

Hi Heather,

I check in from time to time and it never fails...I see Jacob's face and the tears just start flowing. Although I didn't know him, I miss him and long for him to be with you again. But I quickly remind myself that he is in a much better place, free from all pain and worries. I pray that you and your entire family are doing well, celebrating all things for which you have to be thankful. I am thankful for SO many things, including you sharing Jacob with each and every one of us. Wishing you a blessed holiday season.
Marcee L. <designer71@comcast.net>
West Monroe, LA - Sunday, November 23, 2008 11:51 PM CST

Just stopping by to see your Handsome face, your beautiful blue eyes and your contagious smile....I miss you Jacob!
Thinking of all of the Duckworths especially during this time of year.
Much Love
Audra Deffenbaugh <audrall@yahoo.com>
Tyler, TX USA - Sunday, November 23, 2008 10:45 PM CST

Heather and family, my name is Breya Matheis. I am from Southern Indiana and my mother stumbled upon Jacob's website a long time ago. She fell in love with you and your family and always considered you an inspiration. My brother was involved in a very serious accident yesterday morning. One of my mother's first comments was that she wants Jacob's mom praying for Gavin. We set up a caring bridge site for him: www.caringbridge.org/visit/gavinmatheis Our family really appreciates it!
Breya
Bloomington, IN USA - Sunday, November 23, 2008 9:46 PM CST

Hi, Duckworth family,

Hope everything is fine with all of you. Just wanted you to know I was thinking of ya'll like I always do. I agree with Kathy Bailey, that is how I felt the 1st time getting on Jacob's site and his beautiful smile still gets to me.
Praying for ya'll through the holiday season.

Have a great THANKSGIVING!!!!!

Judy
- Saturday, November 22, 2008 5:20 AM CST

Hi Buddy,
I love you so much!! I have your picture on my desk at school, though I hope you already know that. It makes me feel better when things are rough. Thank you, Jacob for the love that shines out of your eyes! I'm sure it is a tribute to your family, and of course God!! I feel a little closer to Him when I look at you. I wish you were here with your family. I miss you...
Shaun Rogers <shaunr11@comcast.net>
Dunwoody, GA - Friday, November 21, 2008 6:00 PM CST

Dearest Heather,
I was directed to your webpage recently and when I read it, I cried like a baby. I was diagnosed with adrenal carcinoma November of 2007. I am a 35 year old mother of 2 beautiful daughter Tinsley & Jaycie. I have a precious and supportive husband of 14 years. We have been in a clinical trial at The National Institutes of Health (NIH)in Bethesda,MD for a year now. We have been unable to have surgery to remove the cancer and just keep going with chemo already surpassing the lifetime max on the medications. I appreciate everything you have written, and the sweet way you represent your family and the Lord. I do not know you, but I love you! Thank you!
Kathy Bailey www.caringbridge.org/visit/kathybailey
Kathryn Bailey <babybasket1@hotmail.com>
Dublin, Ga 31021 - Friday, November 21, 2008 4:01 PM CST

Dear Heather,

Today's Upper Room, called "Dancing Feet," is a meditation, written by a mother, who lost her child to leukemia. I certainly thought of you, and of dancing Jacob, as I read.

The mother, Patricia Hammell Kashtock, ended her short meditation, with this paragraph.

"Now, her new, strong feet move gracefully in the warmth of God's presence. In heaven, my daughter dances with joy again, without fear or pain, in light that will never fade. She is with God who is love and who will not let her go. Her joy will never end."

As you think of Jacob this day, may you have grace to know that Jacob is alive in God's eternal kingdom, where there is no suffering or pain. Jacob's joy is full, and it will not end. Someday, you will enter into that joy, and all shall be well.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Collect For Hilda Of Whitby, Abbess And Peacemaker, 18 November 680:

O God of peace, by whose grace the abbess Hilda was endowed with gifts of justice, prudence, and strength to rule as a wise mother over the nuns and monks of her household, and to become a trusted and reconciling friend to leaders of the Church: Give us the grace to recognize and accept the varied gifts you bestow on men and women, that our common life may be enriched and your gracious will be done, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Tuesday, November 18, 2008 12:31 AM CST

Hi
I just heard the song from the Calling that used to play on this site. Everytime I hear it I think of you. Still cross my mind after all these yrs. *hugs to your family*
www.carepages.com cp:ebscarepage
Deb Sackett
CT - Friday, November 14, 2008 1:55 PM CST

**AN INVITATION TO ALL PRAYER WARRIORS**

The Prayer Warriors at Angel_Wings
are holding a Prayer Vigil on Wednesday,
November 19th, between 8-9 pm EST for
all the children, teens and adults on our
prayer lists and our AngelWingsRemembers
families.

Thank you for joining us.

Angel_Wings Prayer Warriors

Polly @ AngelWingsRemembers
- Monday, November 10, 2008 6:27 PM CST

Hi Heather
love your blog page!!! I found this poem and it made me think of Jacob and you. Hope you are well.

My Mom, she tells a lot of lies
she never did before.
From now until she dies,
she'll tell a whole lot more.
Ask my Mom how she is
and because she can't explain,
She will tell a little lie
because she can't describe the pain.
Ask my Mom how is she,
She'll say "I'm alright."
If that's the truth, then tell me,
why does she cry each night?
Ask my Mom how is she,
she seems to cope so well.
She didn't have a choice you see
nor the strength to yell.
Ask my Mom how she is,
"I'm fine, I'm well, I'm coping."
For Gods sake Mom, just tell the truth
just say your heart is broken.
She'll love me all her life,
I loved her all of mine.
But if you ask her how is she
she'll lie and say she's fine.
I am here in Heaven.
I cannot hug from here.
If she lies to you don't listen,
Hug her and hold her near.
On the day we meet again,
we'll smile and I'll be bold.
I'll say, "You're lucky to get in here, Mom
with all the lies you told!"
-unknown

Hugs Carol
Owens <cowens624@wideopenwest.com>
Shelby Twp, mi - Saturday, November 8, 2008 5:40 PM CST

Dear Heather,

Jacob was remembered in the All Saints services, at St. George's, as well. I have been here earlier this week, but I was called away, before I could sign.

God bless you all.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

O God of wonder and mystery, you gave us Jesus to go before us and to show us a way to new life through our dying: As the season of autumn reminds us that all living things must die, so must our faith in the life Jesus promised encourage us to embrace life's potential, rather than being saddened by life's endings, may we find, in the wisdom of your creation, the constantly renewing love that reassures us of your presence. With our eyes on the tree of life and its spectacular beauty, may we remain always in Jesus. Amen.

~Sister Karen Berry
in Prayer Services for Parishes
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Wednesday, November 5, 2008 6:51 PM CST

Thank you for sharing your story. I am a 31-year-old mother of two and I battle a chronic condition, Interstitial Cystitis, everyday. I have constant abdominal pain that keeps me home-bound. I try to stay positive and live for my family, but it is difficult. There is no cure and I have put my faith in God. He always helps us and I am confident I will be better one day. God is my cure every day. Your son's story really spoke to me and I have had him in my thoughts every moment I feal weak. God bless you.
Maite Herrerias <maiteherrerias@yahoo.com>
Miami, FL Dade - Wednesday, November 5, 2008 2:52 PM CST

Hi Heather,
I have followed your story for several years now. I follow your other blog Faithful Froggers daily. Today while at the grocery store, there was an opportunity to donate money to help children with cancer. Immediately Jacob popped into my head. On behalf of my triplets (Jack, Nolan and Grant) we donated in memory of Jacob. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are such an inspiration!
Shelly Coombs
Norco, CA USA - Tuesday, November 4, 2008 3:51 PM CST

Jacob was remembered at church yesterday in our prayers
for All Saints day.
prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Monday, November 3, 2008 7:18 AM CST

I read your blog daily but wanted to come over here and see Jacob's face! He has changed the way I view things in my own life. He will be forever thought in the most wonderful way!
Lauren
Arlington, tx usa - Sunday, November 2, 2008 11:48 PM CST

I just wanted you to know that I had thought about Jacob today.
Linda
Bastrop, TX - Tuesday, October 28, 2008 11:52 AM CDT

I haven't checked in forever, but you are in my heart and mind often. Thanking God for the gift of knowing you and your amazing family....especially Jacob. Carol

carol hagemann <hgturtle@cebridge.net>
Argenta, IL USA - Wednesday, October 22, 2008 2:27 PM CDT

Sending you our best wishes for a happy autumn! Our leaves are all brilliant colors...are you always green? I love the new pictures of the boys and Allie on your Faithful Froggers site. The boys look great with their hair growing longer. Will they keep it that way? The counter on this site isn't working. I always check...amazed to see it still growing and going strong. Hope it is fixed soon.
Carolyn Maloney
West Springfield, MA USA - Monday, October 20, 2008 6:50 PM CDT

**INVITATION TO ALL PRAYER WARRIORS**

The Prayer Warriors at Angel_Wings
are holding a Prayer Vigil on Sunday,
October 19th, between 8-9 pm EST for
all the children, teens and adults on our
prayer lists and our AngelWingsRemembers
families.

Thank you for joining us.
Michelle Council/ Angel Wings Remembers <mcouncil@c-gate.net>
Laurel, MS USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2008 11:49 PM CDT

You are such an amazing family. I watched the videos again of Jacob and they brought tears to my eyes. He is so sweet and precious. You have such an amazing and strong faith. Thank God we have HIM to get us through the rough times. You are truly blessed.
Nicki
Omaha, NE - Monday, October 13, 2008 1:12 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

I am thinking of you and your family on this Columbus Day holiday. Knowing you, you are having some great family activity. I am sure Kyle, Brandon, Devin, and Allie are having fun and learning, as you are the kind of mother to bring both opportunities to them.

I did leave a note here earlier. I hope I said Jacob, not another name. I am having early "senior moments" occasionally.

God bless you always, and God bless all of your large, happy family.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, October 13, 2008 11:59 AM CDT

Happy Columbus Day To All!

Dear Heather,

When my boys were little, I always planned an outdoor outing for the Columbus Day holiday. One year, we hiked the Saratoga Battlefield and ate a picnic lunch on the trail. Another year, we visited Stone Bridge and Caves, where we hiked the trail twice, visited the gift and gem shops, and ate a picnic lunch. Another trip was to Fort William Henry, and a fourth trip was to Fort Ticonderoga. As the guys got older, they had school sports commitments on Columbus Day, so the family outings stopped. Those outings are good things to remember, with fondness, as are your fall holiday memories of Jacob. May your memories bring you joy today and every day.

God bless you always, and of course, God bless your sweet boy, Jacob Thomas Duckworth.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, October 13, 2008 11:24 AM CDT

Hi, Just wanted to let you know how beautiful your whole family is. Also wanted to know when your book was coming out. I would also like to enter your contest. Thank you.

Chris Zimmerman
Chris Zimmerman <bzimmerman12@woh.rr.com>
Tiffin, oh USA - Sunday, October 12, 2008 3:48 PM CDT

Hi Heather...Wanted you to know I stopped by to get my "Jacob" fix. Every now and then I need it...I can't help it! Watching his videos and seeing his pictures takes me back into time that seems like yesterday. I don't EVER want to forget him and all that his homecoming has brought. His sweet face forever will be embedded in my heart. As you know he is already on my refrigerator.. :)
Love and Hugs my friend!
amy schwartz <amy415s@aol.com>
pembroke pines, fl usa - Saturday, October 11, 2008 8:57 PM CDT

Hi Heather and Family. I was by Jacob's site today and looking at all his beautful pics from Halloween. What a little character...I see him skipping the clouds with my daughter Lori and watching over us all. May your heart be peaceful tonite. love, Lin n Crew~* http://www.caringbridge.org/fl/jimmyjoe/
Lin <jimmyk1@bellsouth.net>
Boca Raton, Fl. United States - Friday, October 10, 2008 9:55 AM CDT

Well it is October and I find myself thinking of you and how I need to decorate now!! :) I miss you. I love to check in on your family and see how great they are doing, but I wish you were there with them. I want new pictures of you playing with your brothers and sister, and cousins. Still, I know you are well, like I always knew you would be. I love you so much it hurts sometimes. Mostly, it feels good, though, and for that I am deeply grateful! Looking forward to the day I see your face again! You are doing a beautiful job watching over your family!
Shaun Rogers <shaunr11@comcast.net>
Dunwoody, GA - Monday, October 6, 2008 7:35 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

On Friday afternoon, I hope you are at the beginning of a good weekend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, and I will remember sweet Jacob, in weekend Eucharist.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

P.S. I loved the Halloween graphics on both websites, and I agree with Terry, who wrote that Jacob was a cute clown, Hulk, and spider. He was always cute.

A Collect Often Used On Fridays:

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on
the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within
the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit
that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those
who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for
the honor of your Name. Amen.

~The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 101
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, October 3, 2008 2:38 PM CDT

Heather -
I love the new header on your caringbridge page. Jacob certainly loves Halloween! He made such a *cute* pirate! And clown... and Hulk... and spider.... and well, you know! Always FROGging!
Terry B <geetey@aol.com>
St Louis, MO - Monday, September 29, 2008 2:01 PM CDT

The seasons change and we watch God's cycle of life.... I continue to remember Jacob, knowing God had a reason for it all, but wish he had not had to leave you so soon. That he is an inspiration still is one of his many gifts to us all. Thank you for keeping up his site. I hope to never lose this part of him.
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Sunday, September 28, 2008 12:57 AM CDT

Know that you're always in my thoughts and prayers.
Psalms 59:16-17 But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou hast been my defence and refuge in the day of my trouble. Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing: for God is my defence, and the God of my mercy.
Prayer Bears
Lynn Worley <aprayerbear@gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Friday, September 26, 2008 0:29 AM CDT

Thinking of Jacob today...it is raining here in NC and there are FROGS everywhere! Jacob and your family continues to be an inspiration for me as I'm sure you are to many others! Have a wonderful day! God Bless!

Dawn W. Lowry <pdwf214@yahoo.com>
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 - Thursday, September 25, 2008 10:43 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

Thank you for posting the series of pictures and the video of Donnie and Allie. They are precious.

Earlier this week, many people of faith marked the anniversary of the death of Henri Nouwen. I will leave you one of my favorite Nouwen quotes.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Real prayer penetrates to the marrow of the soul and leaves nothing untouched. The prayer of the heart is prayer that does not allow us to limit our relationship with God to interesting words or pious emotion...In our hearts we come to see ourselves as sinners embraced by the mercy of God. Thus the prayer of the heart is the prayer of truth.

~Henri J.M. Nouwen (1932-1996)
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Wednesday, September 24, 2008 11:34 AM CDT

Thinking of you all tonight and sending love andprayers from Scotland,Rosi

www.caringbridge.org/hi/kayla
Rosi Pullin <rosipullin@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, September 23, 2008 6:04 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

I am thinking of you on a beautiful first day of autumn. I hope all is well with you and with all of Jacob's many loved ones.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

We thank you, heavenly Father, for the witness of your apostle and evangelist Matthew to the Gospel of your Son our Savior; and we pray that, after his example, we may with ready wills and hearts obey the calling of our Lord to follow him; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, September 22, 2008 5:14 PM CDT

I come to Jacob's website often just to see his sweet smile, & can't help but think that heaven is a much happier place because of this angel.
I voted for you and for Chad. I log onto your blog on daily basis to catch the latest with the Duckworths.
Judy
- Monday, September 22, 2008 6:55 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

Jacob has been remembered in Holy Eucharist once again. I always think of your sweet boy, when I am in church, and I always pray for you.

I love the quotes on hope, which you posted on the family blog.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect (One Of My Favorites):

Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, September 21, 2008 2:50 PM CDT

I voted for Chad!
prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Friday, September 19, 2008 6:16 PM CDT

Missing Jacob :(
Audra Deffenbaugh <audrall@yahoo.com>
Tyler, TX USA - Thursday, September 18, 2008 2:24 PM CDT

Hello Booty Shakin' Boy,
Thinking of you and your amazing family on this beautiful September Day, Jacob.
Still FROGging!
Terry B <geetey@aol.com>
St Louis, MO - Thursday, September 18, 2008 8:30 AM CDT

What a beautiful boy Jacob was. As a mother, his story is just heart wrenching. I pray that you will continue to feel God's presence and comfort in your lives. Jacob's legacy will live on and touch so many.
Susan
Mt. Washington, KY USA - Tuesday, September 16, 2008 11:33 PM CDT

I loved your t-shirts.
maybe next year you could sell t-shirts
as a fund raiser, too.
happy you all were so successful!
was tickled watching allie getting up off the curb!
mrs pam
- Tuesday, September 16, 2008 10:02 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

I have watched and enjoyed your latest video. The shirts for Jacob's team were awesome! Congratulations on the large amount of money raised toward the cure.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Tuesday, September 16, 2008 2:23 AM CDT

Dear Heather,
I found your family blog from another family's adoption blog. From there I found this site of Jacob's. As the mother of four, I can only begin to imagine the enormity of your loss of your precious son and brother. Your family is an inspiration to all families and testament to abiding faith and unending love. You WILL be reunited with your sweet, beautiful, amazing boy. Until then, through him, your family will touch so many lives and Jacob will never ever be forgotten. With love and prayers...
Amy
Redding, CT USA - Monday, September 15, 2008 10:36 PM CDT

Just wanted you all to know that you are thought of and loved by us all here.
Jacob. My students are always talking about you. They say that they hope that you are having fun up there in Heaven playing with all the other little angels.
Sending Love Hugs and a Million Prayers to the whole Duckworth Family.
And speacial Angel Hugs and Kisses to Jacob.
Dale angel wings <naron810@yahoo.com>
- Monday, September 15, 2008 8:26 PM CDT

Hi Heather:
Since I can't seems to leave a message on your 'Faithful Froggers' blog, I come here. The latest pictures of Jacob with the 'got hope' t-shirt show how thin his arms and legs are due to the cancer. Thankfully, his brothers are the picture of good health. It is an awful disease and affects so, so many. Hopefully, soon there will be a cure.
Have a great week!

Mary Lou Thomson
Kirkton, ON Canada - Monday, September 15, 2008 11:42 AM CDT

FROG through prayer.

**INVITATION TO ALL PRAYER WARRIORS**

The Prayer Warriors at Angel_Wings
are holding a Prayer Vigil on Friday,
September 19th, between 8-9 pm EST for
all the children, teens and adults on our
prayer lists and our AngelWingsRemembers
families.

Polly @ AngelWingsRemembers
- Sunday, September 14, 2008 6:39 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

May the Cure Kids Cancer Challenge bring fun to many, raise awareness, and earn lots of money for research. I will be remembering Jacob in Eucharist later, as I always do.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

~Leo F. Buscaglia (1924-1998)
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Saturday, September 13, 2008 2:28 PM CDT

Always checking in...always remembering...and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for letting us continue to watch your children grow up. With faith and hope...
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 10:12 PM CDT

Hello
Heather.. My name is Yamile Rocha.. friends of Allie Scott from Texas

lost contact throughout the months here. Hope all is well and shiny!!

Always in my prayers..
Yamile Rocha <yamiledee@yahoo.com>
sachse, tx - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 3:30 PM CDT

Hi Heather. Coming to this blessed site still brings tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. Thank you for sharing your amazing Jacob with the world. what an inspiration he is and will always be.

I actually looked today at quite a few older journal entries and found the most beautiful quotes about grief that you had written. I was going to send them to a good friend who just lost her husband in a tragic accident and I know that they'll be a comfort to her. I was wondering if you could recommend any good books about grief that maybe I could send her? Or maybe the name of a devotional that spoke to you after Jacob went to heaven? It would be such a blessing! thank you and my prayers continue to be with your sweet family!
Amy Eudy <amy.eudy@yahoo.com>
Greer, SC US - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 3:10 PM CDT

Just checking in and hoping all is well with you. I can't imagine the emotions you still must have although, you stated them most elequently.(sp) Keeping you in prayer. Keep walking in His SonShine. Carol
carol hagemann <hgturtle@cebridge.net>
Argenta, IL USA - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 8:08 AM CDT

Dear Heather,
I haven't stopped by in awhile but that does not mean that Jacob has not been on my mind and in my heart. You and your family are daily in my prayers. I love looking at the videos and pictures of your beautiful family! Your journal entries are so touching and tears flow when I read them. Jacob will NEVER be forgotten!
God Bless.
love and hugs,

Kathy and Dave
Green Bay, WI. U.S.A. - Sunday, September 7, 2008 3:52 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

After church yesterday, we tried the advertised Bananas Foster Pancakes, at IHOP. They were yummy, and just being there brought back many memories of the location being a Denny's when my boys were young and how much fun we had eating there. I am sure you have your favorite neighborhood eatery, where you enjoy good times with your wonderful children, too.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Prayer enlarges the heart until it is capable of containing God’s gift of Himself.

~Mother Teresa (1910-1997)
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, September 7, 2008 12:04 AM CDT

Sweet heather.. I think about jacob so much! he is my hero.. I have him listed on my space too as my hero.. all the teenage kids ask me who is amazing jacob and i tell them.. My space as you know is a way to stay in touch.. I keep up with my kids on there.. LOL.. I have a my space to make sure they are safe and being good! THey always amaze me.. when I check in on them.. Anyway.. I think your so amazing.. and I miss jacob and his stories so much.. all your kids are just beautiful, & special. You and donnie are just great parents.. heather Your doing an amazing Job! you Make God so proud! I always Pray that I had more of you in me!!!
Kim <dakk2222@netnitco.net>
IN - Friday, September 5, 2008 10:18 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

My thoughts are with you on another Friday morning. May we all, "walking in the way of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and peace," today and every day.

Since today is Mother Teresa's eleventh anniversary, I will leave her daily prayer below.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Dear Jesus, help me to spread Thy fragrance everywhere I go. Flood my soul with Thy spirit and love. Penetrate and possess my whole being so utterly that all my life may only be a radiance of Thine.

~Mother Teresa's Daily Prayer, by Cardinal Newman
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, September 5, 2008 12:50 AM CDT

I wanted to stop by and see Jacob's pictures again, to let you know how much your beautiful son's memory stays with us all.
Linda
Bastrop, TX - Friday, September 5, 2008 7:12 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

As always, I am thinking of sweet Jacob today. I love the collage of Jacob pictures at the top of your family blog. Also, thank you for posting the pictures of your vacation and of Steve and Rhonda's wedding. May Steve, Rhonda, and their boys have many, many years of happiness as they go through the ups and downs of family life.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

Merciful God, who sent your beloved Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Raise up in this and every land witnesses, who, after the example of your servant Paul Jones, will stand firm in proclaiming the Gospel of the Prince of Peace, our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, September 4, 2008 2:09 PM CDT

Hi Jacob,
I write to you here, and your momma on her blog. I hope you know that you are my love! You are always with me in my heart and on my mind. You fuel my passion to fight childhood cancer, raise awareness, and love and pray for all of the other children fighting the beast. The urge to make a difference is so strong because of you! You also remind me to be silly and share my love and joy. It seems that sometimes everything I do, I do for you and my boys!!! Maybe it's more than sometimes. ;) See you someday, love you forever!!
Shaun Rogers <shaunr11@comcast.net>
Dunwoody, GA - Sunday, August 31, 2008 10:07 AM CDT

Happy Labor Day Weekend To All!

Dear Heather,

Jacob will be remembered, in Holy Eucharist, this weekend, as he is every time I am at church.

May God nourish you with all good things, especially hope.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Collect:

Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.

~The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 233
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Saturday, August 30, 2008 12:43 AM CDT

Heather,

Jacob continues to be in my thoughts often! I keep up with your blog (Faithful Froggers). Haven't had the chance to write back until today. I hope this finds all of you doing well! I keep telling Matt I want to adopt a girl! Allie is so beautiful and the camera catches her beauty and personality!
Beth Foster <bellabeth@verizon.net>
FishHawk Ranch, FL USA - Saturday, August 30, 2008 11:49 AM CDT

Of this I am certain, that no one has ever died who was not destined to die some time. Now the end of life puts the longest life on a par with the shortest... And of what consequence is it what kind of death puts an end to life, since he who has died once is not forced to go through the same ordeal a second time? They, then, who are destined to die, need not be careful to inquire what death they are to die, but into what place death will usher them.

~St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430)
Feast Day: August 28

Dear Heather,

I hope these words, from St. Augustine of Hippo, will be comforting and strengthening to you today, as you think of Jacob, and others, who have gone before you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Best wishes to Kyle, Brandon, and Devin, as they return to school. They are so enriched in having you and Donnie as parents.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

Lord God, the light of the minds that know you, the life of the souls that love you, and the strength of the hearts that serve you: Help us, following the example of your servant Augustine of Hippo, so to know you that we may truly love you, and so to love you that we may fully serve you, whom to serve is perfect freedom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, August 28, 2008 11:22 AM CDT

I think of all of you and Jacob frequently. Keeping all of you in prayer. Please remember Jacob is walking in His Sonshine everyday.Carol
carol hagemann <hgturtle@cebridge.net>
argenta, IL USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2008 3:30 PM CDT

Continuing to pray!
Psalms 57:1 Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast.
The Prayer Bears
Lynn Worley <aprayerbear@gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2008 0:44 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

Today's saint is Bartholomew. One of my connections with this name is that when they were young, my boys gave me a lovely, soft, white teddy bear that I named Thomas Bartholomew. We had such a good time with that bear! I am sure little stories like this one make you think of dozens of sweet things Jacob and his siblings have done, and I hope those thoughts make your heart smile.

God bless you always, and of course, God bless your five beautiful kids.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Almighty and everlasting God, who gave to your apostle Bartholomew grace truly to believe and to preach your Word: Grant that your Church may love what he believed and preach what he taught; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, August 25, 2008 11:50 PM CDT

Loved reading your latest update on your blog! You have been missed! I was unable to post a comment on the other site, so I just wanted to say thanks for sharing! It is hard to believe that it has been a year since Allie came home! What a cutie she is! She always looks so happy! I also have a little girl who is missing her big brother while he is at school, but boy is it fun to see how excited they get when they see each other when school is over! :) (As I am sure you know!) Thank you again.
Elizabeth
Valdosta, Ga - Monday, August 25, 2008 10:01 AM CDT

My prayers are with Cole and his whole family.
MLC
Marenisco, MI United States - Saturday, August 23, 2008 8:31 PM CDT

Love the photos of your Calendar Girl!
What joy she's brought to you this past year!

Hope the boys have a good school year.
Glad to know that the storm passed by you.
prayers and love from mrs pam
- Saturday, August 23, 2008 9:22 AM CDT

Heather & Donnie

I think Allie has Jacob's personality.
thought I would sent this to ya'll. You may have already seen it, found it on another caringbridge site.
WHAT CANCER CAN'T DO
It cannot cripple Love
It cannot shatter Hope
It cannot corrode Faith
It cannot destroy Peace
It cannot kill friendship
It cannot suppress Memories
It cannot silence Courage
It cannote invade the Soul
It cannot steal Eternal Life
It cannot conquer the Spirit

Author Unknown
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND.

Judy
- Friday, August 22, 2008 9:31 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

Congratulations to you, Donnie, the boys, the grandparents, and all, on one year of life with Allie Patricia! May you have many more happy years together.

As always, I am thinking of Jacob today. My God bless his sweet spirit.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

A Collect For Fridays:

Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but
first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he
was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way
of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and
peace; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. Amen.

The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 99
Written By William Reed Huntington (1838-1909)
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, August 22, 2008 1:51 PM CDT

Just stopping by to say hello tonight. I had a CRUMMY day at work -- one of those miserable "why would I ever ever go back to that job" days -- So I stopped in here tonight to take a look at Jacob. WOW that boy was pure sunshine. Seeing his sweetness here, and spending some great snuggle time with my own 3 little ones has saved the day. Thank you for continuing to keep up his site. Gosh, he was simply adorable. I pray for you guys each day.
Jane Jacobs <jane.jacobs@yahoo.com>
Sun Prairie, WI - Wednesday, August 20, 2008 0:50 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

Over the past few days, three friends have died, and I have three friends battling breast cancer. Life is often uncertain, but all of these departed had faith, as did Jacob, so our hearts, although hurting, are not like those without hope. We will see them again.

Today's saint is Helena, mother of Constantine, and finder of the True Cross. Several years ago, while in the Holy Land, I attended two worship services in the church she helped to build.

God bless you always, and of course, God bless your dear son, Jacob Thomas Duckworth.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

Almighty God, who called your servant Helena to an earthly throne so that she might advance your heavenly kingdom, and filled her with zeal for your Church and love for your people; Grant to us your people that we may be fruitful in good works, and steadfast in our faith in you, and finally by your mercy may attain everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Tuesday, August 19, 2008 3:23 PM CDT

Hi Buddy,

A new school year has started and I have a whole new batch of kids to introduce you to. I love you and miss you! I can't help but wonder what it would be like to have you here with us now...would you like school? sports? I know that I will never stop missing you!! The good you have done in this world goes on!!!!
Shaun Rogers <shaunr11@comcast.net>
Dunwoody, GA - Monday, August 18, 2008 7:07 AM CDT

Heather and Donnie,

You are in our thoughts and prayers continuously. I love the photographs !

www.caringbridge.org/visit/kellymuldoon
Lynne Muldoon <lajmuldoon@aol.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Sunday, August 17, 2008 11:26 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

On a day when many think of mothers, in honor of St. Mary, I am thinking of you, Jacob and his siblings, and all of the mothers in your family. May God bless you all.

Thank you for posting so many of your summer pictures on the family blog. Since Andrew has always enjoyed Spider Man, I especially enjoyed seeing your boys with him and on the Spider Man slip and slide. I also loved all of the beautiful pictures of Allie in her white dress.

Below is the collect of the day and one of my favorite hymns. The second verse speaks of the mother of our Lord, who is a role model and friend to all Christian moms everywhere.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

A Collect For The Feast Of St. Mary:

O God, who have taken to yourself the blessed Virgin Mary, mother of your incarnate Son: Grant that we, who have been redeemed by his blood, may share with her the glory of your eternal kingdom; through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

+++++++

Ye watchers and ye holy ones,
bright seraphs, cherubim, and thrones,
raise the glad strain,
Alleluia!
Cry out, dominions, princedoms, powers,
virtues, archangels, angels' choirs,
Refrain:
Alleluia! alleluia! alleluia!
Alleluia! alleluia!

O higher than the cherubim,
more glorious than the seraphim,
lead their praises,
Alleluia!
Thou bearer of the eternal Word,
most gracious, magnify the Lord, Refrain

Respond, ye souls in endless rest,
ye patriarchs and prophets blest,
Alleluia,
alleluia!
Ye holy twelve, ye martyrs strong,
all saints triumphant, raise the song, Refrain

O friends, in gladness let us sing,
supernal anthems echoing,
Alleluia,
alleluia!
To God the Father, God the Son,
and God the Spirit, Three in One, Refrain

Words: Athelstan Riley (1858-1945), 1906

Music: Lasst uns erfreuen (Geistliche Catholische Kirchengeäng, Cologne, 1623)

Hear it at: http://www.oremus.org/hymnal/y/y023.html

Gratefully. Faithfully. Peacefully.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, August 15, 2008 3:58 PM CDT

Heather and Donnie,
You continue to inspire and touch lives of people you do not even know exist!
I believe YOU are the angel among us, sent down to US from somewhere up above! I am sharing your site with someone who just lost there 2 year old son to a heart condition. I know you will help her, so thank you from the bottom of a very grateful heart! Enjoy these last days of summer, here in Iowa, they are turning into some of the most beautiful days of the year. God bless all of you!
Linda Dodds <Ldd5@mail.com>
Davenport, IA US - Thursday, August 14, 2008 5:59 AM CDT

ATTENTION PRAYER WARRIORS:

PLEASE JOIN OUR PRAYER VIGIL TUESDAY AUGUST 19TH. 2008 BETWEEN THE HOURS
OF 8-9 PM. EST. FOR ALL THE FAMILIES ON OUR ANGEL_WINGS PRAYER LIST
AND OUR ANGEL FAMILIES OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS WHO HAVE EARNED THEIR WINGS
THANK YOU FOR JOINING US

MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Gardner, MA - Wednesday, August 13, 2008 1:23 PM CDT

You are an inspiration!!!!
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield,, MA USA - Monday, August 11, 2008 7:55 PM CDT

Love the movie! You are so great at this! And the music is always so touching and fitting! We think about you all the time!
Nicola
Proud Mommy to Sean (7), Megan (6), Evan (6), Cameron (6) and Ian (4)
Nicola <cn.weiss@verizon.net>
Fountain Valley, CA USA - Friday, August 8, 2008 0:39 AM CDT

Hi Heather:
Enjoyed your wedding anniversary post - still celebrating. You are definitely an inspiration to me, I love reading about your family and the fun things you do. I suppose since I never had a family of my own, I'm living along with you. I was married the first Saturday in January to a man I have dated since March 1995. He was divorced and has 2 grown daughters that are registered nurses. Unfortunately, they are not nearly as accepting as you seem to be in your family. The oldest daughter was married 2 1/2 years ago, and she had a baby girl on Feb 6th. I would be happy to send you a picture of us, if you would like to put a face with a name. If so, please send me an e-mail. May God keep you safe on your family vacation that will be filled with many fun things that make wonderful memories in the years to come
Mary Lou Thomson <mlt.csi@cooperativesynergies.ca>
Kirkton, On Canada - Tuesday, August 5, 2008 8:53 AM CDT

I just am stopping by to let you know that Jacob is an encouragement to me. I had a cousin, Sokia, whom died at 8 of Cancer. I understand your struggles. I hope all is well. I will be praying for you. May Jacob be blessed, wherever he may be.
Zak Cotie <mcdtigerman89@yahoo.com>
Grand Blanc, MI USA - Tuesday, August 5, 2008 6:33 AM CDT

Coming here tonight thinking of Amazing Jacob and missing him so much! I think of him All the time, whether it be a cardinal, a song, a bright blue sky, he is Always in my thoughts and in my heart. I Love him and I miss him greatly!
Thinking and Praying for all of you Still!
Much Love Audra
Audra Deffenbaugh <audrall@yahoo.com>
Tyler, TX USA - Saturday, August 2, 2008 10:56 PM CDT

Heather
loved your "seasons" blog entry.

bte, I had Crazy Hair
last month as Professor Pam
for our Power Lab VBS.
It was definitely the easiest outfit
I've had in the last nine years
(I'm always the mascot).. and the kids seemed
to get a kick out of my hair style!

always uplifted by your updates, that's for sure!
will definitely hit the library next week so that
I can watch the videos
prayers and love from mrs pam
- Saturday, August 2, 2008 4:24 PM CDT

Still thinking and remembering AMAZING JACOB!!! We miss you Jacob!
Jennifer Hutson <jenhutson@cableone.net>
odessa, tx usa - Friday, August 1, 2008 10:01 PM CDT

I too tried to comment on your blog and leave a msg. in your prayer request guestbook and it says the page no longer exists???
Any way.. I have followed Jacob's story almost since the beginning and a little boy in our church was diagnosed yesterday with the same kind of cancer Jacob had.
His page is www.caringbridge.org/visit/coleruotsala.
God's Peace
Sarah <talojs@aol..com>
Ironwood, MI USA - Friday, August 1, 2008 1:11 PM CDT

Hello Duckworth Family! I'm stopping by to remember your handsome boy and family. He sure is a Light that shines! God Bless, Love, Ellen
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma United States - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 1:04 AM CDT

Stopping by to see a Jacob smile! Oh that boy could smile!
Praying!
Psalms 18:30-32 As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him. For who is God save the LORD? or who is a rock save our God? It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect.
Prayer Bears
Lynn Worley <aprayerbear@gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Monday, July 28, 2008 0:11 AM CDT

I will NEVER forget your precious Jacob. His was one of the first Caring Bridge websites I followed after the nephew of a friend was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. Since then, I have followed the stories of many children. They have touched my life so much. I find myself praying so much for these little ones and their families. It has truly made me appreciate life more. And your faith has blessed me greatly as well. It gives me courage to trust God more with every area of my life. May He continue to bless you and hold you in the palm of His loving hand. He too knows what it is to lose a Son.
Jenny
Orofino, ID - Friday, July 25, 2008 7:00 PM CDT

Heather & Family,
You inspire me on many levels to fly on the wings of our heavanly father, to enjoy my life, my family, myself!
When I was little I was placed in a children's home. I never held ill feelings towards my mom & my dad was never around. Through the years, I accepted Jesus & grew to become the woman I believe "Our Father" intended for me. Today, I'm happily married to my highschool sweetheart for 15 years & we have 3 special children! I love being a mom!
Prayer has been my rock! Leaning on God IS the only way I ever deal. Family means everything to me! I still have moments when I think about me & my parents & all the joys I (they) missed out on.
Your family is very "loving" and you are enjoying one another. You bless me! Connecting with you through prayer for your sweet Jacob has strenghthened my love for my family & myself. I remember the sweet details you share in your journey. Whether I see a red cardinal or take a trip to Universal or Disney, I am thinking about your special family. I know I have gone on....
Thank you for continuing to share your life and memories.
Angie Shimp <Acshimp5@aol.com>
Macon, Ga U.S. - Thursday, July 24, 2008 8:04 AM CDT

Heather: I continue to follow both Jacob's and your Faithful Frogger's site EACH day. It is so wonderful to watch everyone grow, as well as read your faith journey. I know things will never be the same without that blue-eyed boy Jacob, but what blessings I believe he continues to send to you from above, as well as the lessons he taught us all while he was here on earth. Your family is blessed in an amazing way, and certainly all your boys (and girl, too!) are blessed to have YOU in their lives.

I'll keep following right along as long as you're here, Heather! Give my love to Donnie and the rest of the family.

With love and big hugs,

Kriste
My Big Brother - Tracy Lanius <Kristewithane@comcast.net>
Goodlettsville, TN USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2008 9:16 PM CDT

Can't get into the main page, but can get into the guestbook, so I guess that just means I should leave you a note. I love seeing all the pictures of your family on your frogger's page. Thank you for letting us stay a part of your family. Watching the boys grow up...one can only imagine Jacob as he would be now. Blessings!!!!
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2008 7:51 AM CDT

Thinking of All of you today, as always with so much Love in my heart for you!
Hope things are going good
Audra Deffenbaugh <audrall@yahoo.com>
Tyler, TX USA - Monday, July 21, 2008 4:42 PM CDT

Watching the boys grow day by day, you don't see the changes so much until you see the pictures side by side with Jacob's...forever six!!! They are growing into fine young gentlemen, and I am sure you are proud of them. Your princess is beautiful!!!! Luckily she has all her big brothers to watch out for her, both her earthly and Heavenly brothers. Lucky her!!! Bless you all, and always thank you for sharing!!!
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Saturday, July 19, 2008 7:49 AM CDT

I miss you, buddy. But, I know you are good! Love forever!
Shaun Rogers <shaunr11@comcast.net>
Dunwoody, Ga - Friday, July 18, 2008 1:21 AM CDT

Jacob will never be forgotten.
Jen from WI
- Monday, July 14, 2008 2:34 PM CDT

Still checking in over here, too...
Look to the Father in time of need. Lifting up prayers right now!
Galatians 4:4-7 But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father. Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.
Prayer Bears
Lynn Worley <aprayerbear@gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Monday, July 14, 2008 0:29 AM CDT

**An Invitation to All Prayer Warriors**

The Prayer Warriors at Angel_Wings
are holding a Prayer Vigil on Saturday,
July 19th, between 8-9 pm EST for
all the children, teens and adults on our
prayer lists and our AngelWingsRemembers
families.

Polly @AngelWingsRemembers
- Saturday, July 12, 2008 4:15 PM CDT

Heather,
I just read your comments on adoption on your family blog and haven't figured out how to leave a comment yet, so wanted to leave one here. I am 46 and was adopted along with my sister when I was in grade school. My mom just passed away at 93 and the pastor did the most amazing eulogy and including some comments on my parents ability to love and accept all children (they had over 20 foster kids). I would love to e-mail it to you as I think you have the same heart as my parents did. If you could shoot me an e-mail at gstreeter@hookercreek.net (my work address and it's a constructin company) I will send it to you.
Ginny Streeter <gstreeter@hookercreek.net>
Bend, OR - Thursday, July 10, 2008 5:00 PM CDT

Still filled with love and prayers for your beautiful family. Jacob must be smiling down on you every day. Thank you for the comfort you afford all of us.
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Wednesday, July 9, 2008 8:39 AM CDT

I thought of your family today with love and prayers. God gives us those precious gifts and somethimes take them so quickly we don't really understand. We can only believe He has a special plan for our little ones in heaven. God's love surrounds us. My love to you and your family.
Donna Setrin <setrinda@aol.com>
Lithia, FL USA - Tuesday, July 8, 2008 8:21 PM CDT

hey guys i just thought i would drop in have not signed in a while how have yall been? i will be praying for yall and yall fill free 2 e-mail me
Stephanie Clampit <stephy_clampit@yahoo.com >
West Monroe, la - Tuesday, July 8, 2008 2:44 AM CDT

Hi Heather! I've been faithfully checking both of your family websites! Thanks again for letting us into you life! Missing Jacob today... I just love seeing his beautiful face! Michelle, NE
Michelle <zoucha98@cox.net>
NE - Monday, July 7, 2008 7:23 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

Jacob was remembered in Holy Eucharist yesterday afternoon, as he always is. God bless his sweet spirit, and God bless you all.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Weekend Collect:

O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, July 6, 2008 10:51 AM CDT

Happy Fourth Of July To All!

Dear Heather,

How lovely that Allie's U.S. adoption came on the day before Independence Day! I know that this occasion brought great joy to you, Donnie, your mother, and the boys. The pictures are precious. I am so glad you have so many photos of Allie, of Jacob, and of all of the family. I am sure you are storing them in many places, in case of a house fire, or other problem.

I am glad to hear that Joey is doing so well. Thank you for sharing the new pictures of your nephew.

Enjoy the remaining hours of this day and of the entire Independence Day Weekend. You are blessed!

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Collect For Independence Day:

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

~The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 242
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, July 4, 2008 5:09 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

Congratulations to Rhonda and Steve, and to all of the family, on the birth of Joseph Thomas, and thank you for posting the pictures. He is an adorable baby, a true gift from God. It is likely that Jacob had something to do with Joseph's early arrival, as he knows how much this little boy will be loved.

God bless you all.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 1, 2008 3:31 AM CDT

what a beautiful child! my thoughts and prayers are with you family. may god bless !
cherri melder
glenmora, la us - Tuesday, July 1, 2008 0:12 AM CDT

I was just thinking about Jacob tonight and stopped by to tell you so.
Linda
Bastrop, TX - Monday, June 30, 2008 10:15 PM CDT

I think of you often and continue to lift you and your family in prayer. Jacob has touched so many lives and though he may not physically be here with us; he definately lives on in so many hearts and is still touching lives each day. What an impact your little guy made on so many in his short time on this earth. May you always get comfort from that fact and may God continue to use you in such a special way because you are also a blessing and an inspiration to so many.
Love in Christ,
Gail Dorroh
Gail Dorroh <gaildorroh@yahoo.com>
Bellefontaine, MS USA - Friday, June 27, 2008 4:02 PM CDT

I found Jacob's story after my dad passed away in June 2004. He was a fighter like my dad was but in a teeny body. I loved(still do) reading about his spirit and courage and the way he embraced life!

Yesterday marked 4 yrs since my dad's passing and I finally shared his story on my blog. It was through my grief that I found you and Jacob and became encouraged by Jacob's "walking testimony".

Thank you for sharing Jacob with all of us. We are all blessed to have "known" him.

www.alittleonthecrazyside.blogspot.com

Tracy
Arlington, TX USA - Friday, June 27, 2008 8:29 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

How the time from Friday to Friday passes! Once again, I am praying for you and remembering Jacob on the day when many pray William Reed Huntington's prayer. I hope all is well with you and with all of Jacob's loved ones.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

A Collect For Fridays:

Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but
first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he
was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way
of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and
peace; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. Amen.

The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 99
Written By William Reed Huntington (1838-1909)

+++

I love the picture of Allie, with the Scripture verse, that someone added to the guest book this week. She truly is a beautiful gift from God as are her four brothers.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, June 27, 2008 6:55 AM CDT

I am a longtime follower of your web site both for JACOB and FAITHFUL FROGGER. Not only was Jacob amazing in life and since he went to live with Jesus, so is his parents and siblings. Your site is the first site I go to every morning for my devotion and inspiration for the day. I know you are a very busy lady and how do you do everything you do? Just know you make a difference in a lot of people's life every day. May God continue to pour out his blessing on you and your family. Baby girl is beautiful, truly a gift from God. All of you are in my heart and prayers daily.
Nellie
Doraville, GA USA - Thursday, June 26, 2008 11:16 AM CDT

I thought of you on the 12th, sorry I wanst able to post since we had no internet. I know sweet Jacob is smiling on you each day, at what an amazing family you have. Please know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Christy (mom of 3)
Wichita Falls, TX USA - Tuesday, June 24, 2008 11:50 PM CDT

I stopped in today, and wanted to let you know that my family will never forget Amazing Jacob. We know how to FROG, thanks to Jacob.
Francine Weinandy <franniepoppins@olptravel.com>
Agawam, MA USA - Monday, June 23, 2008 11:48 AM CDT

Hi Heather,

I am a longtime follower of your incredible web site. Jacob has had an AMAZING influence on my life, and I always LOVE your pictures and family news. Thank You!

May I ask a favor? I have two sons, and awhile ago I read a beautiful quote (or poem?) on your FF site about BROTHERS. I've searched, but cannot seem to find it now. (Of course, while searching I got totally caught up in seeing all of your sweet pictures again!!!) So if you could email it to me, I would SO appreciate it. God bless you and your family.

Lorraine Vitris lmvitris@aol.com
lorraine <lmvitris@aol.com>
moosic, pa usa - Sunday, June 22, 2008 8:28 AM CDT

Continuing to find inspiration in Jacob's journey... What an angel!
Shelby Keefe <soonerviolinist@yahoo.com>
Oklahoma City, OK USA - Sunday, June 22, 2008 1:42 AM CDT

Heather~ I have followed Jacob's caringbridge site for about 3 years now...you're family has always given me such inspiration. I wanted to let you know my 7 year old daughter earned her angel wings last Thursday, June 12, 2008. (she had acute myeloid leukemia) She passed away on the same day as your Amazing Jacob..we so lovingly refer to her as our Amazing Chloe...right now I cannot imagine going through life without her, but I know I can do it. You continue to be an inspiration to me...I think "if Heather can live without her amazing Jacob, I'll somehow mangage to live without my Amazing Chloe." I'm glad to see you all have been having some fun times this summer, I also follow your family blog.
lots of love,
Christy
www.caringbridge.org/visit/chloenewman
Christy Newman <tryin2behappy@gmail.com>
New Albany, IN - Friday, June 20, 2008 2:59 PM CDT

Those of us who have come to know Jacob through his website could never forget him. He was such an amazing little boy and I only wish I had the chance to actually meet him. Please know that he will never be forgotten, and although I am somewhat of a lurker and may not often write, I frequently come back to 'visit' Jacob and remember what a truly gorgeous little boy he was.. All the best
Nicole
London, - Thursday, June 19, 2008 10:41 AM CDT

Zhohn Dupont www.zhohn.blogspot.com <z_dupont@hotmail.com>
Simmesport, LA USA - Thursday, June 19, 2008 0:27 AM CDT

sorry to write so late, but just wanted to let you know that Kaytelyn and I did release 12 balloons im memory of Jacob on the anniversary of his death. It was beautiful!
Michelle Ellis and Kaytelyn <kayte1127@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, June 18, 2008 10:55 AM CDT

Dear Heather,

I intended to comment on Nancy's red Disney shirts and your mother's yellow Star Wars shirts previously. WOW! They are truly wonderful, and the entire family looked so cool wearing them. I am glad you could visit Disney again. Allie looked so excited and happy on the video and in many of the photos.

I have just looked through all of the pictures you posted in the last few postings once again. I always love seeing the one of Jacob and his dad wearing their white dress shirts and ties. They were so handsome together.

Jacob will be remembered in mid-week Eucharist. He is always in my heart.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

Almighty and everlasting God, who kindled the flame of your Love in the heart of your holy martyr Bernard Mizeki: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who rejoice in his triumph may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Wednesday, June 18, 2008 4:54 AM CDT

Heather and Donnie

Not sure If you remember me. I am Amy the unit secretary from TCE. Just stoppen by to say I am always thinking of you guys. You all inspired me alot.

Lots of love
Amy
Amy Quintanilla <quint1471@yahoo.com>
Tampa, Fl - Tuesday, June 17, 2008 8:42 PM CDT

Dear Heather,

We have had quite a weather day, here, in upstate New York, today. Colonie, about a fifteen minute drive away, had golf ball sized hail. Other areas had nickel and penny sized hail stones. Some places in both eastern New York and western Massachusetts had the ground covered with hail, which made the ground look like it does on a winter day. (I had to smile thinking of what the fun loving, sporting Duckworth family might have done with those big hail balls!) There was a tornado down near Poughkeepsie. We are safe and sound. Our power did not even flicker, but it sure rained hard. I hope you are safe, well, and comfortable.

Thank you for posting the beautiful Father's Day pictures. I know you are proud of your father, Donnie's dad, your stepfather, Donnie, and Steve. They are all wonderful men, as Kyle, Brandon, Jacob, Josh, and Steve's three boys will be.

God bless you always, and of course, God bless your sweet Amazing Jacob.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Thinking Of Jacob:

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to your never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that you are doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

~The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 831
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, June 16, 2008 10:27 PM CDT

Jacob has been much on my mind these last few days and now I know why. I had missed his heavenly birthday. Missing him must be so hard, but I know you look forward to seeing him again.
Linda
Bastrop, TX - Monday, June 16, 2008 8:32 PM CDT

HI Heather, what a beautiful update. For some reason my postings don't come up on your blogspot, so I wanted to tell you that I always see your postings, they are such a joy to read. Ally is the same age as Andres and whenever I see her pictures and read what she is up to it reminds me of him, they are so much alike! The pictures are just beautiful, please don't stop writing ever, your blog is the first thing I open in the morning, it gives me such peace, it is truly an inspiration, it makes me live the day with a bit more joy. Thanks!
Monica Molina <mmolinagregori@yahoo.com>
New York, NY USA - Monday, June 16, 2008 9:34 AM CDT

Heather,

I check Jacob's website just about every day and say a little prayer for him and for you.

No, he will never be forgotten....

May your summer be funfilled for the kids and peace-filled for you and Donnie.
Dot O'Connor <Dotocon@aol.com>
Philadelphia, PA - Monday, June 16, 2008 9:05 AM CDT

Dear Duckworths, I have not signed in the guestbook in a long time, but I wanted you to know that I have remembered to pray during this time of rememberance.

There is an old gospel song that I love called "Until Then." I especially love the second verse which says that there are things on earth that cause our hearts to tremble, which when remembered in Heaven will only bring a smile (I guess because we will be able to look back and see just how God brought us through each difficult time?). Your family certainly does go on singing and live with joy, looking to the future, both the near future, and the eternal future! Your life is a beautiful wittness!

Here are the lyrics:

“Until Then”

My heart can sing when I pause to remember,
A heartache here is but a stepping stone.
Along a trail, thats winding always upward,
this troubled world, is not my final home.

Refrain:
But until then, my heart will go on singing,
Until then, with joy I'll carry on,
Until the day my eyes behold the city,
Until the day God calls me home.

The things of earth will dim and loose there value,
If we recall they're borrowed for awhile;
And things of earth that cause the heart to tremble,
Remember there, will only bring a smile.

Refrain:
But until then, my heart will go on singing,
Until then, with joy I'll carry on,
Until the day my eyes behold the city,
Until the day God calls me home.

This weary world with all its toil and struggle,
May take it's toll of misery and strife;
The soul of man is like a waiting falcon,
When it's released it's destined for the skies.

Refrain:
But until then, my heart will go on singing,
Until then, with joy I'll carry on,
Until the day my eyes behold the city,
Until the day God calls me home.

Mrs. Fay <thomasx@suddenlink.net>
Bastrop, LA - Monday, June 16, 2008 0:01 AM CDT

Happy Father's Day To All!

Dear Heather,

I KNOW all of the Duckworth family is having fun, as that is the only way you know how to live. Thank you for sharing the family bloppers and the Disney pictures. I have enjoyed them all.

God bless you always, and of course, God bless Jacob.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, June 15, 2008 2:46 PM CDT

Four million, eight hundred six thousand, eight hundred and forty-three visits to your site. What a tribute to your amazing son, your amazing family, and your amazing faith in God. Bless you all. Jacob will NEVER be forgotten.
Carolyn Maloney <cmaloney5@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 1:50 PM CDT

WOW does GOD work in mysterious ways!!! Yesterday I was at my boyfriends sons baseball game. We were watching him practice before the game and I hear the name DUCKWORTH!! I say to myself it can't be!! Well it can and on Tyler's team is Devin!! I'm thinking to myself I started following Jacob's site about 2 1/2 years ago and never in a million years would I ever think to actually see his amazing family in person!!! I met Brandon who was playing a video game and Jacob's grandmother and Miss Allie who is so beautiful!!! I did not want to bother them but I could not help myself..lol I just kept thinking to myself!!! GOD is AMAZING!! Jacob you are always on my mind!!!

Jenn Weatherford <jwnsg2003@yahoo.com>
WInter Haven (formally Mass), FL USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 7:58 AM CDT

Thank you for the beautiful tribute to sweet Jacob. You never have to worry about him being forgotten. He is a part of so many of us. He'll forever be in my heart. The pictures are so precious as is he. Thanks for sharing him with us. You guys remain in my prayers. You are loved.
Martha <marthie@triad.rr.com>
Oak Ridge, NC - Saturday, June 14, 2008 11:09 PM CDT

I am a little behind this week, but wanted to stop in...every time I look at Jacob's face in those pictures, I just imagine him walking on the streets of heaven. Seeing how happy and full of joy he was here...wow, can you imagine the joy he now has with the Heavenly Father? I remember so well when he slipped away. I remember other times we thought he was ready to go but it wasn't his time. I also remember a prayer time for him once...it was one of the most special/spiritual times just praying for his body to be healed, knowing that across the world, others were praying too. What an incredible role Jacob had in showing others about faith, love, and eternal life through Jesus. My heart aches for you as a mother and as a family...I am so thankful that God continues to send peace to you and arms to comfort you in your sorrow. What an awesome God we serve!
Reba <RRinks@aol.com>
Springdale, AR - Saturday, June 14, 2008 10:34 PM CDT

Dear Duckworth Family, Not a day goes by that we don't remember Jacob in some way. We don't even know you personally but spiritually we are filled with your passion for love, hope, peace, caring, and family. Peace and Blessing to you all.

The Walters' Family
- Saturday, June 14, 2008 6:59 PM CDT

Hello Duckworths,
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful little hero. Please rest assured...we won't forget you, your family, or your blue-eyed angel.
Much love and prayers always,

The Wheelers
- Saturday, June 14, 2008 12:20 AM CDT

Heather,

Just wanted to let you know that I have been thinking about you and praying for you and your family over the past few days. There are no words to express the inspiration that Jacob has had on my life and how knowing him through this site for a brief time has changed me. I want to thank you for sharing him and your heart with us ... along with the amazing faith you have in God and Jesus. Jacob's purpose here on earth is so clear ... and I am honored to be a part of it.
Tessa Miller <tessamiller@hotmail.com>
Dallastown, PA USA - Saturday, June 14, 2008 10:23 AM CDT

Heather and family,
Though we haven't met, I'm part of your triplet group. I have followed your site and wanted you to know that I think of your wonderful family often. It makes me smile so much to see Jacob's adorable smiling face. I can't believe it has been two years. He will always be in our hearts.

Jill Yarbrough <martyjill@surewest.net>
Granite Bay, ca - Saturday, June 14, 2008 9:44 AM CDT

Heather,
Although it has been a while since I have signed, there is not a day that goes by that I dont click on Jacobs sight then connect to your blog. For the past 4 years your family has been a daily part of mine. The kids and I still look and talk about Jacob and my daughter is in love with Allie. I still remember the day I opened Jacob's web site to read he had passed. I sat at my computer and cried like I had lost one of my own. I can't even imagine the pain you felt then and the pain you must still feel today. Your family is such an inspiration to so many of us. Your love for Donnie and your wonderful love for your children shows us that even during adversity love is the answer!
I hope to be able to continue to follow the lives of you and your wonderful family for many years to come.
Your words and daily scriptures have helped me to become a much better wife, mother and person all around.
Thank you and God Bless you...........
As always, you are on my mind and in my heart.
Carri Russo <carri.russo@gmail.com>
Katy, TX - Saturday, June 14, 2008 9:36 AM CDT

Happy Flag Day, Duckworth Family!

Dear Heather,

I guess almost everyone loves a parade. One of the largest Flag Day Parades in our nation is held each June, in nearby Troy, NY, the home of Uncle Sam Wilson, meat packer during the War of 1812. We have missed it this year, as it was held earlier in the week, but our thoughts are toward our country this morning.

Our thoughts are also toward your family. Jacob will be remembered in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, at St. George's.

God bless you always, and of course, God Amazing Jacob.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Saturday, June 14, 2008 8:22 AM CDT

I started to write a entry on thursday but got sidetracked and didn't get back to it.
I just wanted to say what an amazing little boy and amazing family he had Jacob was the way he was because he had such an incredible family around him to love him. Even though we have never meet I can feel this as I am sure alot of others can as well.

I check both sites often just to catch a glimpse of that
amazing smile. When ever I see a cardinal I think of him he is everywhere.

Remember Jacob today and everyday.

Your triplet friend in Minnesota
Candy Motter <cmotter12@msn.com>
Anoka, MN 55303 - Saturday, June 14, 2008 8:18 AM CDT

Remembering Jacob today and everyday. What an impact that little 6 year old had on my life and the world. God bless you all.
vicki.bougan@comcast.net <vicki.bougan@comcast.net>
Caslte Pines North, CO USA - Saturday, June 14, 2008 6:57 AM CDT

God bless you, Heather and family. And sweet Jacob, Happy Second Heavenly Birthday! :-)
Shelby Keefe <soonerviolinist@yahoo.com>
Oklahoma City, OK USA - Saturday, June 14, 2008 0:14 AM CDT

Heather,

I am sorry this is a day late...I meant to post yesterday on Jacob's 2 year heavenly birthday, safe and happy in the arms of Jesus. How that thought and picture in your mind must give you so much comfort! Although he will be forever missed, he will never be forgotten and remembered. We all loved him!

I hope you received the books my class sent you this week. It would be great if they came yesterday on Jacob's 2 year anniversary since they are sent w/ love and in memory of your sweet angel. If you could drop me an email and let me know they arrived safely, that would be great!

Thanks so much and God Bless all of you!

Love,
Kelly May
Plano, TX.
Kelly May <kg.may1@verizon.net>
Plano, TX USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 11:32 PM CDT

Thank you for sharing your sweet boy. God bless.
Janet
- Friday, June 13, 2008 11:15 PM CDT

Dear Heather and family, Amazing Jacob will live on forever with your wonderful entries. You inspire me, I have been following Jacob's story for the past several yrs. I know someday Jacob will be w/you and his cute and silly brothers again. I know they must miss him everyday. Keep FROGGING!! You have an Amazing Family.
Lisa Frambes <frambes@comcast.net>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 11:10 PM CDT

Heather,

I will never forget the first time I heard of Jacob, long before Peyton was diagnosed and many months before the mortality of a child really became a reality. I met you briefly at Taylor's fundraiser and I had no idea God was positioning you to be such an inspiration and light of hope in my life.

I look so forward to the day when we are in Heaven and I get to meet this sweet boy that was given his reward before the rest of us. I never hurt for his release from cancer, but I do ache to think of how there will always be that empty spot for your family.

Your endless drive and motivation in funding the cures and raising awareness are flat out a call to action and I am so honored that you've blessed me with your friendship. I look forward to see what the future holds for us all, to see what we can accomplish with hope, perseverance and faith in our loving God.

Stay strong, you are loved and always in our faithful prayers
Anissa
www.hope4peyton.org
Anissa Mayhew <anissa.mayhew@gmail.com>
Brandon, fl - Friday, June 13, 2008 11:03 PM CDT

Heather,

I have followed Jacob’s story for the past several years and have been continually amazed and inspired by you. I am sitting here sobbing as I watch your beautiful tribute to Jacob. I will never forget reading about Jacob’s ascend to Heaven. Part of me was so comforted by the fact that he was cancer-free, and the other part of me ached for you and your family. The spirit seen in Jacob’s eyes, his love for life was truly incredible. His legacy lives on, even though he was on this earth for six years. It is amazing to think that some people choose to live their entire life in sorrow and hatred, and yet this little boy who went through so much in his young life has inspired so many to live life to its fullest. To praise God for both good and bad. You are so loving, caring, courageous, and most of all incredibly amazing, just like Jacob. Your selflessness is apparent in all you do. I am sure Jacob is looking down from heaven with those beautiful eyes and huge smile with such pride in his heart knowing you are his mom. His wings are spread and protecting you just like you held him, loved him, and stood by him when he needed you most. I hope you know you and your family are always in my prayers and that I draw inspiration from your unfaltering faith in God.

May God bless you and yours,

Lara, FROG – always!

Lara <lara_dakkak@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 13, 2008 10:52 PM CDT

No thank you for sharing such an incredible story of such an incredible child, with us! I think of Jacob often especially now that my son approaches his 6th birthday! I think of what he must have been like. Boys are so fun and silly! I will NEVER forget Jacob!
Lauren Pratt <mlaurenp@hotmail.com>
Arlington, TX USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 10:17 PM CDT

I was thinking of you all yesterday. I appreciate your sharing with us. The pictures brought back so many feelings of two years ago. I still can't believe Jacob is gone. Our prayers are with you.
Karen Young
Valrico, FL - Friday, June 13, 2008 9:41 PM CDT

Heather - thank you, you share so much of yourself here and on your blog, and do it so beautifully. My son is named Jacob too - but, he prefers Jake....he's 14. He's my only child, and almost the greatest joy of my life, second only to my faith in God and my salvation through His Son. Your faith is an inspiration to all - and, I know that Jacob - your Jacob - has to be enormously proud of you! I don't know how it's possible for someone to grieve for and miss someone that they've never known aside from seeing them on a computer screen, but I feel that way for Jacob. I look forward to meeting him some day, when I'm called home. In the meantime - tell him for me that there's two other people with God as well, their names are Roy and Margaret. I know that they would love your Jacob too - if they haven't already met! They're my parents. God bless you all.....
lizinsumner <flakeyjakester@comcast.net>
Sumner, WA USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 8:39 PM CDT

Heather and Family, My heart is heavy for you with it being the anniversary of Jacob's going to heaven. Thinking of you at this time! You are such an amazing family and such an example and inspiration to others!!

Love, Sherri

www.caringbridge.org/oh/kara
sherri <ketch16@yahoo.com>
ohio - Friday, June 13, 2008 7:44 PM CDT

I love you Duckworths. Whenever I visit your blog (weekly), I think what a wonderful life your children are having. Jacob's was surely too short, but how many children live such happy, loved, cherished lives. The "Angels Among Us" song was perfect !
Dixie Hall
Castro Valley, CA USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 7:41 PM CDT

Dear Heather and family: We were thinking of all of you and your Amazing Jacob yesterday. We still talk about him, and now that my triplets are over 5, I cannot imagine the grief you went through losing Jacob after his sixth birthday. He touched so many lives and taught us all so many things. We will ALWAYS remember Jacob and strive every day to live life how he taught us.
Susan and Family
Phoenix, AZ - Friday, June 13, 2008 5:53 PM CDT

Heather-
The update is beautiful. Jacob brings me tears of joy over and over again. I just loved the little clips, I love that song, "With Hope." I haven't heard it all that often, but the words are so very meaningful, more so now than ever I imagine for his (Steven's) family as well as yours...
Please know your family is always in my prayers and in my heart.
With love,
Kyle Gundel <kyle.gundel@gmail.com>
New Milford, CT USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 3:11 PM CDT

It's hard to believe it's been 2 years. Jacob is still very close in thought. All the best.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Friday, June 13, 2008 2:56 PM CDT

Heather, Donnie, and Family,
Remembering Jacob today and always. Hoping he had the most wonderful Heavenly birthday--and that he is still partying away today! As always, I continue to pray for your family.

I am sure you have heard this a million times, but Jacob continues to touch the hearts and spirits of people everywhere. I cannot express enough thanks to you for sharing the story of Jacob. What an AMAZING child. One of the things that continues to pull me to Jacob is his incredible, sparkling eyes. He is such a beautiful child with an even more beautiful soul.

Keeping you close in prayer.
Chrissy <cvanberkum@yahoo.com>
Atlanta, GA - Friday, June 13, 2008 2:50 PM CDT

Remembering the sweet, handsome boy who was and is AMAZING JACOB!!
Lyndsay <lettersforlyndsay@hotmail.com>
Canada - Friday, June 13, 2008 2:49 PM CDT

Love wholly and not partially. God does not have parts but is present totally everywhere. God does not want only a part of you….Give all of yourself and God will give you all of himself.

~From the writings of St. Anthony of Padua

Dear Heather,

Thank you for posting the beautiful pictures of Jacob and the two slideshows of him. They are wonderful, and I enjoyed them all.

The quote above, from St. Anthony, reflects how Jacob lived, giving himself wholly to God, and also wholly to the people he loved. May God bless sweet Jacob always, and may God bless you, Donnie, and Jacob's siblings.

I hope you have a good weekend.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

O God, who by your Holy Spirit gave your servant Anthony a love Of the Holy Scriptures, and the gift of expounding them with learning and eloquence, so that your people might be established in sound doctrine and encouraged in the way of righteousness, grant us always an abundance of such preachers, to the glory of your Name and the benefit of your Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, June 13, 2008 1:49 PM CDT

In continued thoughts and prayers. Your family is so amazing!
Marsi <mhbriggs@bellsouth.net>
- Friday, June 13, 2008 1:21 PM CDT

I too missed signing yesterday but that doesn't mean Jacob and you and your beautiful amazing family were not in my thoughts and prayers. I have a very friendly Cardinal that comes to visit my back deck every evening, he brings friends sometimes, he will fly very close to me and then perch in the big oak tree by the deck and chatter - I always say, Hi, Jacob! I never met your family or Jacob but I think that Amazing Angel that comes as a Cardinal makes his rounds - especially when he knows someone needs a smile. Thank you, Jacob, for the lessons I have learned through you and your family and thank you so very much for many much needed smiles - I hope to see you this evening. There is such wisdom and peace in Jacob's eyes.
Mary H <mch@herzogcrebs.com>
St. Louis, MO - Friday, June 13, 2008 12:42 AM CDT

i forgot to sign yesterday. but just letting you know that i was touched by your sweet boy. and i remember that sinking feeling i got when i read the entry. i continually go on your blog and i LOVE to read the updates on how you all are doing. youve kinda become family. im always thinking about you all and praying for you too! may God continue to show His love and mercy.
shelby <americaneagle517@aol.com>
oviedo, fl - Friday, June 13, 2008 12:18 AM CDT

I was thinking about you guys yesterday. Checked in on his site :) I can't believe it has been 2 years already. I know it must seem like forever for you guys! How I miss that smile and booty shakin boy! I've said it before but you guys are an inspiration to all. You faith has gotten you guys through. I've learned many things from you. Here's sending lots of hugs your way!!
Aimee Fellows <aimeeclaar@hotmail.com>
Riverview, FL - Friday, June 13, 2008 12:15 AM CDT

Heather, Donnie and family - Rest assured Amazing Jacob will NEVER be forgotten. He was an amazing little man that touched my life forever. I cannot help but think of him whenever I spot a cardinal wherever I might be.

Our family has also learned to FROG each and every day and I'm so excited to tell you that I'm redecorating Taylor and Bryce's bathroom in a frog theme! The most exciting part is that one of the blank walls will have Fully Rely On God stenciled upon it.

We continue to pray for your family as well as all of our other Caringbridge friends that have had children healed in Heaven. Isn't it wonderful to know that we have the Hope of Salvation so we can see our loved ones again in Heaven?! Take care!
Lori Austin <laustin927@netscape.net>
Lafayette, IN USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 12:14 AM CDT

Heather, I don't even remember how I first heard about Jacob and his website, but I do know I had prayed for him for well over a year. I remember the morning I read about his passing into God's arms. The pain was so deep, and I had never even met your sweet boy. I've thought of your family often and continue to pray for you all.

Jennifer DeHaven <jdehaven2002@yahoo.com>
Cumming, GA - Friday, June 13, 2008 12:11 AM CDT

What a beautiful tribute to an AMAZING little boy. Heather, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you!
Sandy
Glendale, AZ USA - Friday, June 13, 2008 11:50 AM CDT

I am remembering sweet Jacob today and everyday. We may never know the reason why things happen the way they do but we do know we serve a God that is ther for us. God never promised us that nothing bad would ever happen to his children but He did promise us He would always be there to comfort us to give us strength. We sing a song at our church and the words always ring true. Here is the song. I am not sure who sings it but maybe the words will be of some comfort to you and your beautiful family.
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Though I walk through the valley
I will have no fear
No matter what they tell me
I know that he's right here
Though it's been a long journey
I have kept the faith
By your spirit I'm learning
Learning how to say

Even in the hard times
Even when I feel pain
I made up my mind
I'm gonna praise him anyway

I don't know where I'm headed
Or how long it will take
But I know that his hand has
Brought me all this way
So when troubles come around
And the storms get rough
I'll be safe and sound
In his arms of love

Bridge:
Through the fire
And through the rain
I will lift up his name
Thou