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God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel,Michael & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
- Sunday, May 30, 2010 7:00 PM CDT

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel,Michael & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
- Sunday, July 19, 2009 12:12 AM CDT

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel,Michael & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
- Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:06 AM CDT

caringbridge/fl/gavinward
Tammy <wardpalm@aol.com >
West Palm Beach, Fl USA - Thursday, July 3, 2008 11:01 AM CDT

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Lisa! I miss-typed. The letter j is next to the h on the keyboard ya know. I didn't see it til now. Thanks Lisa.

Cheryl - I was thinking about you today as I pinned something on my corkboard. I hope today is a good day & maybe my mistake was worth a laugh or two.
Karen - Jen & Jon's
Chatsworth, GA - Tuesday, July 1, 2008 0:04 AM CDT

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Cheryl... Karen is referring to your Jugs! Maybe she is psychic! HAHAHAHA (just kidding Karen)

Can't wait to see you this week!!!! XOXOXOXOXOX
Lisa (the real stalker) <Rolexh@aol.com>
on the road, ? ? - Monday, June 30, 2008 6:56 AM CDT

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(((Jugs)))
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Saturday, June 28, 2008 2:12 AM CDT

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Hi Cheryl,
Just stopping in to let you know I had you on my mind today.
Hope your summer is going well. It's been a little cool here in MI, so the pool is only 75..yikes, thats too cold for me.
Love ya,
Colleen
colleen fraser <irishgalmi@comcast.net>
Muskegon, MI USA - Sunday, June 22, 2008 8:48 PM CDT

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"And sometimes, no matter how hard we hold on, they leave us anyway."

Physically Haley and Dinah are gone. But what about the others? They grow up SO fast - and leave us emotionally and sometimes physically too - by moving away. Is it just the cycle of life? A time for everything? I may not show it but sometimes I don't know which way is up - on anything! I know you guys go to the beach every year and I told all my children we would go - on Dinah's "dime" (Her art was selected for cards for MDAnderson Art Project and we received a $200.00 check). But I'm already nervous thinking they may go too far in the water... I'm telling you, I can get so "whacked out" sometimes! Is it from losing one already? There are days I so trust the Lord and then there are days I walk in fear. I don't venture too far from the cross - or from my home for that matter! Enough rambling from me - just in a weird mood...

Know I love you and cherish our friendship -

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews

Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Monday, June 16, 2008 7:55 PM CDT

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Out of a random shuffle of almost 1,000 songs, all of Haley's songs came on within the timespan of five minutes today. Coincidence? I think not.

Thinking of you today and always. Once again, Haley brought me back down to earth and reminded me what's really important. Thank you for sharing her with all of us.

Love and prayers,
Laura
Laura Dellicker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
- Sunday, June 15, 2008 8:06 PM CDT

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you are always in our thoughts and prayers!!!

Jessica Green
Lakeville, MN USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 7:51 PM CDT

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thinking of you
prayers and love from mrs pam
- Saturday, June 14, 2008 8:21 PM CDT

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((((((hugs))))))) and lots of prayers. Always lots of prayers.
Kat Hampton <katbird76@gmail.com>
Sharpsburg, Ga USA - Saturday, June 14, 2008 4:35 PM CDT

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I'm so happy that you had a nice trip to the beach. I love your amazing story of the sea shell with the scripture written in it. God is everywhere and he always knows what we need. I'm SERIOUSLY laughing OUT LOUD about the 10 story high carpet runner. So funny. I'm sorry it's at Bruce's expense...but that really made me laugh. Actually, I was mostly laughing about the guy at Home Depot being ready to sell it to you! :) Hugs...
Shannon, Marisa's Mom, www.caringbridge.org/mi/marisa
Flat Rock, MI USA - Thursday, June 12, 2008 10:55 PM CDT

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Hello dear Cheryl......you brought back sooooo many childhood memories today. Traveling with a family of eight in a station wagon...two boys, and six girls, mom and dad. HOly Cow, I remember one line my dad used a few times...You don't want me to stop this wagon.....do you? He would say that if we all started arguing about stupid things.
Have a safe and fun summer Cheryl....you are amazing!!!!
Colleen
colleen fraser <irishgalmi@comcast.net>
muskegon, MI USA - Wednesday, June 4, 2008 9:10 PM CDT

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You made laugh. I give you a lot of credit. It stresses me out just driving to the store which is 10 minutes away!!

How do you do it?? haha

angel Rachel mommy
jeanne <crowman2766@aol.com>
king of prussia, pa usa - Tuesday, June 3, 2008 10:27 AM CDT

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Cheryl...you are the best!
moirasmom
- Monday, June 2, 2008 9:37 AM CDT

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Cheryl,

What a "trip"! And I think the beach picture of Haley is one of my favorite too!

I was thinking the other day about those of us who have been on this journey for over 2 1/2 years. We've come a long way, haven't we? God knew we would make it this far, and He's been with us every step of the way. What a transformation! Yes, God is SO good...

Smiling because of you, and Him -

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Sunday, June 1, 2008 11:32 PM CDT

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Cheryl - you are truly a mouthpiece for our God - everytime I come to your site - He speaks to my heart. Love you and praying always -
Mary Lee Carrigan
www.updatesonryan.blogspot.com
Mary Lee <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
Gallatin, TN - Saturday, May 31, 2008 2:18 PM CDT

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Thinking of you guys, and praying....
Sheryl and Justice <sheryl.lyn@verizon.net>
Gaston, OR - Friday, May 30, 2008 8:16 AM CDT

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Love you guys.
Lisa and Aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
- Thursday, May 29, 2008 3:00 PM CDT

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What an incredible God we serve!!! I love hearing that great story. It seems like we are "just here", but it feels really great to be reminded that God cares for us, even by putting a verse in a seashell. Enjoy your vacation and give the kids an extra big dose of family love.
Wendy Whiddon
Winder, GA - Monday, May 26, 2008 7:56 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

I love your beach stories... They really are precious memories...

Love to you,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahymatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Monday, May 26, 2008 10:34 AM CDT

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What an incredible and beautiful story.
I couldn't magane to put it all into words here...so I sent you an e-mail instead (bandcvincent account - I couldn't remember the new address).

Praying for you...REALLY praying...in the way that God has called us to pray for one another.

Love,
Laura
Laura Dellicker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
- Monday, May 26, 2008 0:05 AM CDT

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Thinking of you guys today.
Karen - Jen & Jon 's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Saturday, May 24, 2008 4:21 PM CDT

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Oh, Cheryl! To hear about Haley's music going forth through a talent show in Colorado... What a tribute to her and what glory to God!

I feel like a proud aunt!! (you know, we ARE related in the Lord!)

Blessed,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Thursday, May 22, 2008 1:45 PM CDT

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Cheryl,Wishing you and your family a blessed memorial day.Thank you again for the box of goodies.

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
Port Orchard, wa usa - Thursday, May 22, 2008 1:12 AM CDT

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Hi Cheryl,
Wanted to let you know that Shania and my granddaughter were in a talent show at school. They danced and sang to Dirty Rotten Liver Blues! They pretended to eat liver for dinner, they jumped into a lake, went around in circles because of the stomach aches, everytime Hailey sang the blues, the blues they would shake their hips and leap across the stage. Everyone thought they did such a great job. Dress rehearsal parents were in tears. A teacher thought it was amazing how they took a series situation and made light of it. I wished I knew how to share the video, I'm not computer savvy at all. Everyone asked about Hailey's song. So I shared Hailey's story with them! Thank you for sharing Hailey with us!
www.caringbridge.org/visit/shania
Laurie & Shania <crumrila@yahoo.com>
Broomfield, CO - Monday, May 19, 2008 3:43 PM CDT

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so tonight mi madre and i were talking about haley and we brought up that i will be a senior next year and haley would be a freshman and we talked about what she would be doing and that she would be getting her driving permit in november and that i would be driving logan and haley to school and how she would say how big of piece of crap my car is (its a jeep and i love it ask cheryl about it) and mom said i would have a nicer car just because haley wouldnt have liked the jeep and that we would be jamming (like casey crawford if you know who he is) because logan is kinda stiff. and that they would buy haley a brand new car (she went through alot so i can see why they would do that) and that i would come back and for her prom and all that stuff and how logan would have it made in high school because all of the teachers would have gotten the oh your haleys brother you must be such a sweet guy (160lbs noone wants to make this man mad) but it was just one of the random times we talked about her
Nick Vincent <Dbgrad09@aol.com>
- Saturday, May 17, 2008 9:45 PM CDT

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Thinking of you!
Exciting news on my page if you haven't heard yet...www.caringbridge.org/mn/marisa
Marisa
MN - Saturday, May 17, 2008 9:20 PM CDT

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Ummm I am actually pretty sure the dogs WONT bite me... and I don't appreciate you calling me a whack job. Stalker maybe.. but c'mon.. whack job, that is a little harsh.

HA! HA!
Lisa (whose mug shot might be at the neighbors) and Aiden (who still advises no more shrimp) <Rolexh@aol.com>
St. Pete, - Friday, May 16, 2008 10:16 AM CDT

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AHHH! I just have to laugh about the whack jobs - my husband is a detective and that is ALL he does deal with - recently someone requested his entire personel file (anyone can get it if they request it - that is insane!!!) ... at least they do let him know when that happens, but still - now some whack job knows where we live, our phone number, everything you can think of .... so now I'm supposed to be on alert if I notice any strange cars, etc. and just call the police .... of course, the house next door to us is for sale so there are always strange cars checking out the house. It does make one a little crazy - especially since my hubby is making more enemies than friends - he is dealing with those psychos that use the computer for nothing but pure evil!!! Thankful for you who use it for good - you always make me laugh and I need some laugh right now - Ryan's MRI is on 5/30 and honestly I'm just a mess!!!! Haven't been blogging much lately because I feel like I'll just be throwing up all over my readers :) - a good friend told me that is the stuff I need to write - because the ones out there in la-la land need a good swift kick in the @#% ... I thought "that sounds like what Cheryl or Lisa would say" - so maybe I'll let it out here in a bit :). Love you!
Mary Lee Carrigan (www.updatesonryan.blogspot.com)
Mary Lee Carrigan <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
Gallatin, TN - Thursday, May 15, 2008 9:42 AM CDT

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Hi Cheryl...wow, it was a nice surprise to visit here and see your funny,serious, and always interesting update.
The carpet runner was just too much...I hope hubby also had a good laugh about that one.I am sure your kids did.
I want to wish you a belated "Happy Mother's Day" to someone I will never forget, even though we have never met.
Love and Peace,
Colleen
colleen fraser <irishgalmi@comcast.net>
muskegon, MI USA - Wednesday, May 14, 2008 7:14 PM CDT

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Cheryl

Just stopping by to check for an update. I never know what your updates will include. You live an interesting life & sometimes funny life. $5000 for a carpet runner. lol. Sorry Bruce that was funny. As always you(all) are in my thoughts & prayers.

Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Wednesday, May 14, 2008 3:50 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

I was just coming to "visit" yesterday when I was blessed with a post from you! Can I just say it AGAIN how much you mean to me?!! God was so very, very gracious to allow us to meet...

Smiling because of you -

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Wednesday, May 14, 2008 9:04 AM CDT

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Just wanted to wish one of my favorite moms "Happy Mother's Day"!!!

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Sunday, May 11, 2008 5:32 PM CDT

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Just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you and sending prayers your way. Happy Mother's Day!

Amanda Fulton
Omaha, NE - Sunday, May 11, 2008 4:56 PM CDT

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Thinking of you this Mothers Day and this weekend..

Sending lots of love and prayers,
Laura
Laura Dellicker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
- Sunday, May 11, 2008 4:13 PM CDT

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(((Cheryl))))) thinking of you on this Mother's Day and sending hugs and prayers,
LeeAnne,
Sammi, Mandy, Matthew and Lauren's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/byesiblings
LeeAnne Bye <allenleeannebye@aol.com>
NJ - Sunday, May 11, 2008 2:50 PM CDT

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Cheryl, Because I will be on a flight up to Cinci tomorrow I wanted to let you know how much I love you and tell you that I am thinking of you this weekend, and tomorrow. You know I think of you everyday, but special thoughts for you tomorrow.

I told Aiden about your birds in the window. He said, "Haley sent them from Heaven." Just simple and plain. Like DUH! I looked at him and told him he was wise a little like Haley was sometimes.

We miss her everyday here. I hate hate hate that day ever happened. I just want you to know that you and your special amazing love and friendship with YOUR child.. has taught me to be a better mother every day. I love you! I will call soon. XOXO
Lisa and Aiden <Rolexh@aol.com>
St. Petersburg, - Saturday, May 10, 2008 10:11 PM CDT

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Cheryl
thinking of you, especially this weekend
prayers and love from mrs pam
- Friday, May 9, 2008 6:14 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

"Shared joy is a double joy...shared sorrow is half a sorrow"

I've been learning a lot about being honest and vulnerable recently, and am constantly encouraged by your openness and honesty that you share with so many. Thank you for not only sharing Haley with me, but for sharing yourself.... everything from your happiness to your fears. You are an incredible encouragement and I praise the Lord for your presence in my life.

Love and prayers always,
Laura
Laura Dellicker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
- Friday, May 9, 2008 8:07 AM CDT

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Cheryl,

I just read Erin Page's website and was so blessed by the encouragement this family received from your gift through the Haley Vincent Foundation! To be used so mightily by God!

Yes, Haley continues to minister to so many!!

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews



Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Tuesday, May 6, 2008 6:01 PM CDT

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Hi. My name is Emily Seaton. I'm not sure if you remember me, but I was friends with Haley. I was also close friends with Erin Page. After Erin passed away, all I could think was "Why did God choose to take away TWO of my friends?" But the more thought about it, I realized why. Erin and Haley were both incredible Christian girls who God knew would make a huge impact on the people in our community. I miss them both so much, but it helps to know that God used them for His glory. I want you to know that I am still praying for you and your family.

Missing them... Praying for you... Trusting in Him...

Emily Seaton
Emily Seaton <esmooky@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, May 3, 2008 4:06 PM CDT

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Cheryl

Thanks. I need to not focus things I can't change but enjoy the day with my two kids. In your updates it seems like the Lord is using you to lift up others.
Karen - Jen & Jon's
Chatsworth, GA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 12:12 AM CDT

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cheryl, it is just amazing how your words of wisdom come at such a perfect time. You know I think you are the best mother in the world, thank you for reminding us all that our lives are measured in the laughter we share.
Lisa and Aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
st.pete, - Monday, April 28, 2008 7:59 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

Words cannot express how much you mean to me - I'm just so thankful God allows me/us to peek inside your heart...truly thankful.

And Nick is so handsome - you can tell he has a "sweetness" about him!

Blessed from visiting -

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Monday, April 28, 2008 5:00 PM CDT

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Oh Cheryl - you always speak to my heart ..... now that the illusion of that safety net is gone, I get so paralyzed by fear that I can't breathe sometimes ....I push myself to "do life" for my kids, but inside I feel like such a mess ...... I so want to enjoy these days as I "know" that ALL of our days are numbered ...... love you! Mary Lee Carrigan
www.updatesonryan.blogspot.com
Mary Lee <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
- Monday, April 28, 2008 11:35 AM CDT

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Cheryl,

...thank you for reminding me not to worry whether or not if Brooke's taking what seems like 10 years to finish her dinner! I'm so glad I read your entry tonight as you reminded me that worthless worrying does me and my precious time spent with my family no good!

We love you and hope your past two crazy trips to Atlanta will not prevent you from coming to visit us again...maybe I'm the bad luck???????? Hopefully not!
Mina Yamada <minayiyamada@hotmail.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Sunday, April 27, 2008 9:37 PM CDT

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Still thinking about you, praying for you, listening to Haley's music, and sharing it too.
Hugs to you too, Take care.
Amanda Fulton
Omaha, NE - Saturday, April 26, 2008 9:01 PM CDT

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oh, Cheryl,
how scary!
I am praying rather belatedly for you

mrs pam
- Saturday, April 26, 2008 8:59 AM CDT

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Cheryl,

It seems like FOREVER since I've (we've) heard from you!

Once again, as I write this, the Lord is convicting me to pray for you, not just inquire about you... Drats!! He always nails me! But truly it's a good thing!

Praying right now -

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Thursday, April 24, 2008 8:42 PM CDT

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Hi Cheryl,

Thank you for signing my guestbook. I had gone to Haley's site before. She was a beautiful little girl. I am deeply touched that you have continued to keep her site active. How wonderful that is. I hope you are feeling better now.

Love & Prayers,
Jen
www.jenniferwilley.org
Jennifer Willey
ME USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2008 1:55 PM CDT

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wow, that is really horrible. You have been through so much. tell your husband to pamper you, and take it easy. The stress that you are going through physically and emotionally is rough. I hope and pray you feel better soon.

Take care

angel Rachel's Mommy
jeanne <crowman2766@aol.com>
king of prussia, pa usa - Sunday, April 20, 2008 2:24 PM CDT

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Cheryl - I hope that you are feeling better soon.
Amy Hinkle <amy.hinkle@clubcorp.com>
Carrollton, TX - Friday, April 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT

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Oh dear Cheryl...I am so so sorry..as a mom of a child with multiple anaphylactic food allergies I can imagine well what you went through...WHAT I CANNOT imagine is how you kept leaving the ER?? Were they crazy or were you uhhmmmm ..resistant to admission... Not sure which is scarier... PLEASE if ever there is a next time use liquid benadryl..works MUCH faster...and please do NOT allow them to send you home for 24 hours. I have seen my Matthew have rebound reactions and they are so scary. As for steroids..sigh..living with my Sammi girl and side effects.. Think I told you how she loves Haley's "Prednisone" Cannot thank you enough for the CD...
Please take care dear woman..you are in my prayers!
Love, hugs and prayers,
LeeAnne and family
www.caringbridge.org/visit/byesiblings
LeeAnne Bye <allenleeannebye@aol.com>
NJ - Friday, April 18, 2008 8:45 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

When I read your update, I just started crying...and I don't know why!

I'm just glad you are o.k.

Forever friends,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews


Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Friday, April 18, 2008 1:18 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

Again, praying for you this morning.

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Friday, April 18, 2008 9:36 AM CDT

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Cheryl

I hope things have settle down and you are feeling better now. Jen & I were in Atlanta this morning & drove by an Outback and I thought of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Friday, April 18, 2008 1:23 AM CDT

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Cheryl

I hope things have settle down and you are feeling better now. Jen & I were in Atlanta this morning & drove by an Outback and I thought of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Friday, April 18, 2008 1:22 AM CDT

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Cheryl,

Praying for you this morning...

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews
Houston, TX - Thursday, April 17, 2008 8:34 AM CDT

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Hope you get to feeling better soon. That sounds really scary (just thinking about not being able to breathe makes my heart race!). Praying for you and your family. Take care.
Amanda Fulton
Omaha, NE - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 6:24 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

SO thankful you are home and doing better! Haven't run that fast and been that desperate in a long time...

I'm sure later when things get settled down you will hear all of us "out here" say, "DON'T EVER SCARE US LIKE THAT AGAIN!!!!'

You are so precious to so many of us -

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 1:58 PM CDT

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Cheryl, I had been thinking about you a lot this week. I hope that everything is okay and you are feeling much better. You are in my prayers.
Chrissy Pierce
Kingsport, TN - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 1:27 PM CDT

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I'm so glad to hear that you are home now Cheryl, what a very scary ordeal!!! We will continue to keep you in our prayers and hope you feel better very soon. Thanks so much for keeping all of us updated Lisa!!! You are such a wonderful friend to Cheryl, it is evident!!! God is so so good!!!

Love,
Mary and the Girls
www.caringbridge.org/fl/caitlin
www.caringbridge.org/fl/stephanie1
Mary Templeton <mary.templeton@gmail.com>
Citrus Springs, FL - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 11:49 AM CDT

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Praying right now sweet Cheryl - I hope Lisa highjacks again soon and gives us an update. Sending love and hugs to you
Mary Lee Carrigan <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
Gallatin, TN - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 9:51 AM CDT

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Cheryl
I hope that you will be ok. I am praying for you.
Leanne <leanne.palmer@mostlo.ang.af.mil>
St Louis, MO USA - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 8:52 AM CDT

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Cheryl- thinking of you and praying for you today. I just can't imagine it must have been so scary. Hope you are home and resting today. Love,
Michelle G
St. Peterburg, Fl usa - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 8:15 AM CDT

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Praying this morning...

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 6:55 AM CDT

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Cheryl - I am saying lots of prayers for you and hope you feel better soon. This sounds very scary and I am sure is terrifying for the kids. Hang in there and stay away from shellfish!

Kim, mom to Sami and Kyle
Kim Faust <kfaust@comcast.net>
Oakdale, MN USA - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 6:13 AM CDT

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Cheryl,
Please know I am praying for you!
Michelle (Jack's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/ny/jack
Massapequa, NY - Wednesday, April 16, 2008 5:44 AM CDT

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We are all praying for you Cheryl!!! Hope you are feeling better soon and that your doctors have wisdom!!!

Love,
Mary and the Girls
www.caringbridge.org/fl/caitlin
www.caringbridge.org/visit/stephanie1


Mary Templeton <mary.templeton@gmail.com>
Citrus Springs, FL - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:34 PM CDT

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Cheryl - We are praying for you - healing and to be surrounded by your friends and family.
Stacy - Tanner's mom <stacyrobb@excite.com>
Aurora, CO USA - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:14 PM CDT

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I'm so sorry that you and your family have had such a huge scare. Prayers for you that you're home soon.

Luectta, Mum to Angus from Liver families. <lucettag@optonline.net>
CT - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 9:06 PM CDT

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Oh my goodness!! Crying out to Jesus right now...

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 7:48 PM CDT

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Cheryl - I was so shocked to read Lisa's update. How terrifying it must have been to be alone in a car or alone in a hotel room and have this happen. Sending prayers for recovery..
Amy Hinkle <amy.hinkle@clubcorp.com>
Carrollton, TX - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 6:40 PM CDT

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Cheryl,
I hope you're feeling better. We're sending you extra prayers! Hope you'll be going home tomorrow!(((HUGS)))
Laurie & Shania <crumrila@yahoo.com>
Broomfield, CO - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 5:59 PM CDT

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Cheryl,
I hope you're feeling better. We're sending you extra prayers! Hope you'll be going home tomorrow!(((HUGS)))
Laurie & Shania <crumrila@yahoo.com>
Broomfield, CO - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 5:58 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

You're in our prayers. We love you.
Shannon, Marisa's Mom, www.caringbridge.org/mi/marisa
Flat Rock, MI - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 5:56 PM CDT

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I just read the latest update and am praying that this hospital will stablize Cheryl quickly and get to the root of the problem. Prayers, Prayers, Prayers.
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 5:45 PM CDT

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Cheryl

My goodness I hope by now you are feeling better and are home. Lisa is so right when we are doing what the Lord's shows us we should do Satan is right there trying to interfer. Thinking of you.
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 1:58 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

I am sorry that you too are struggling with Lupus. Our 11 year old daughter Stephanie who has also been suffering from similar symptoms as you for the past 3 years is also being treated now as of March 2008, for pediatric SLE. Her symptoms are especially bad in her joints and she cannot walk without a special boot and needs the wheelchair for long distances, she takes planquenil, celebrex and prevacid, although she still suffers and it has taken just about 3 years for an answer as to what has been going on with her health after serious bouts of mesenteric adenitis, several uti's, skin rashes and ulcers and severe joint pain. I hope that you can finally get some medication to bring you a little relief so you can function a little better. I hate Lupus so much, it is just awful and I wish there were more awareness. You are such a wonderful mother, I am always touched by Haley's site. What a beautiful Angel and a wonderful tribute to her legacy you have in her foundation. Bless your heart, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. (((hugs)))

Love,
Mary
www.caringbridge.org/fl/caitlin
www.caringbridge.org/visit/stephanie1
Mary Templeton <mary.templeton@gmail.com>
Citrus Springs, FL - Monday, April 7, 2008 9:19 AM CDT

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Hey guys,We just came around tails a wagging to wish you all a happy day.I just started jogging a couple of months ago and hate it,but I guess it's good for me.Daniel says hi.

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
Port Orchard, wa usa - Sunday, April 6, 2008 2:57 AM CDT

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Just checking in on my friend...

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Friday, April 4, 2008 7:35 PM CDT

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Defiantly Joyful Cheryl,

Your writing is so poignant and real and full of love for such a special, special girl. I know exactly that "unique love" you wrote about; NO ONE loves a little girl like her mom and therefore, NO ONE is going to grieve like her mother.

I can't say I understand the grief; I do understand the love and therefore, I truly grieve for your loss.

Love and prayers,
Becky
Becky Smith <beckysmith62@aol.com caringbridge.org/nc/sarahsmith>
Smithfield, NC - Friday, April 4, 2008 8:17 AM CDT

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I know what you mean. And I agree about the love of a mother. The funeral, that pain, emptyness.

I don't have much to offer, but i am here, crying with you. You are not alone.

Angel Rachel's Mommy
jeanne <crowman2766@aol.com>
king of prussia, pa usa - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 9:51 PM CDT

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Cheryl, I am thinking about you.
Sherry <shelton@chartertn.net>
Kingsport, TN - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 6:32 AM CDT

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Thinking of you and Haley always...
Shital Patel (shyams mom) <bsvspatel@gmail.com>
tx - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 8:17 PM CDT

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Dear ^i^ Haley's Mum
I read today's entry and fully understand your thoughts and feelings ..I also wear the mask of going forward after we lost our jacob and also feel like everyone else has moved on but I'm stuck in the limbo have Jacob being gone
no matter how much faith you have it's normal to want to have our kids back here with us where they belong
Haley knows how loved she is just as my Jacob knows how loved he is still
I think a mother's pain is so hard to explain to those that have not lost a child ....
thinking of you
with Love Jacob's Mum

17th June 1991-16th June 2005
Sometimes the angels fly
close enough to you that you
can hear the flutter of their wings...

Jacob's Mum Our Aussie^i^Jacob and Jacob's memorial page
Australia - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 1:42 AM CDT

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I still read your entries and have even signed on a few times. Sometimes I feel as though I have a lot of the same feelings that you do. I did not want my sons funeral to be a celebration either. I was not celebrating his death at all. I did not care that he was in a better place or that his suffering had ended. I wanted him right here with me in this God forsaken place, still suffering. After 13 years, I still wish he was here, but I am sooooo glad he is not suffering any longer and I do realize he is in a better place. I still miss everything about that beautiful life of his and I am still jealous when I see young boys with blond hair and brown eyes. I don't feel guilty anymore about being happy most of the time. But I do feel bad about feeling bad after all this time. People just don't want to see you like that after a while. I think those people have never lost a child and it makes them feel uncomfortable. I just wanted you to know that someone understands and thinks your doing as good as you can.

Angie Hunter <huntera@trinity-health.org>
Muskegon, Mi USA - Monday, March 31, 2008 2:24 PM CDT

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Praying... just praying for you everyday, even if I don't tell you every day. We love you.
Lisa Hawk <rolexh@aol.com>
- Monday, March 31, 2008 11:01 AM CDT

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Cheryl, we still remember Haley, and sing her music. I still wish Justice could have met her...knowing she would be patient with his non-stop chatter and letting him sing with her...

I think defiantly joyful is my phrase of the week....much easier to apply to life than "do I have receptive aphasia or are you just talking crazy..." I think the ER is getting to me! :)

Still loving and remembering...

And happy birthday Kendall!
Sheryl <sheryl.lyn@verizon.net>
- Saturday, March 29, 2008 5:18 PM CDT

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Dear Cheryl,
I just want to say that I still visit here often; I didn't know Haley and didn't come here til Kristie Escoe posted about her death. But just the little that I can glean from your writing, from Haley's songs, and from the those who post in the guestbook with memories helps me to see how truly special she was. I still don't understand how someone who made such a huge impact could be taken so soon; it just seems as if there was so much more she could have done. But please know that she is not forgotten; if I live for 90 years, I doubt I'll touch as many lives as she did in her 12. My son and I were talking about the parable of the talents, and surely Haley multiplied hers many, many times over. I can only imagine God's delight when He saw all she had done with what He had given her. But for the sake of your heart, I wish that bonus room was actually Haley's, filled with stuffed animals, sheet music, CDs, and love...
Pam Doughty <p_dought@bellsouth.net>
Powder Springs, GA USA - Friday, March 28, 2008 3:19 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

I am laughing like I haven't laughed in a long time and at the same time my heart hurts...

Sighing once again,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Thursday, March 27, 2008 11:34 PM CDT

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thinking of you this Easter day.
hope the bunny brought you a new phone.

Haley's music therapy room sounds fantastic.
(no pun intended)
prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Sunday, March 23, 2008 7:24 PM CDT

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Happy Easter!
Marisa <sisterpiranha@yahoo.com>
MN www.caringbridge.org/mn/marisa - Saturday, March 22, 2008 10:47 AM CDT

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Sending Easter wishes to you and your family.
Much Love, Tam

Tammy ^Angel^ Gavin's Mom <wardpalm@aol.com >
Palm Beach, Fl USA - Thursday, March 20, 2008 9:14 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

Whether I come here for a laugh or a cry, I just know God has been SO good to me through you!

Bound together because of Haley and Dinah,
by death and grief,
by hope and love,
Bound together because of our Saviour Jesus Christ

He is risen! He is risen indeed!

Pamela


Pamela Matthews <www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews> gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Thursday, March 20, 2008 9:33 AM CDT

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I'm very sorry to hear about Erin. I will be praying for her family and classmates. How very sad for your town. Can't wait to hear about all of the good news from Atlanta though. Love and hugs...
Shannon, Marisa's Mom, www.caringbridge.org/mi/marisa
Flat Rock, MI USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2008 8:04 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

Thank you for shaing Erin with us. I just finished reading her journal and once, again, through a death, God is glorified and we are edified. Doesn't make sense in the natural but God's ways are truly higher than ours.

Saddened yet encouraged all at the same time -

Pamela Matthews
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <Missing Dinah> gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Wednesday, March 19, 2008 3:28 PM CDT

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I stumbled upon your page when I was checking Erin Page's. I sat reading all your entries for nearly an hour. Your entries are captivating and powerful. As much as I cried, I couldn't stop reading- I will be forever touched by your updates and mostly important, Haley's story. I sincerely Thank you for being brave enough to share the words of your heart.!
Melissa Callahan <mel_callahan@yahoo.com>
Kingsport, TN USA - Tuesday, March 18, 2008 11:24 AM CDT

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Thank you so much for keeping up with Erin...she went to church with me & I use to teach her in kids church.She was & continues to be so precious & dear to our hearts! I have been reading your little angels story & know that your baby is dancing with a new angel in heaven! God is so good & faithful!! Keep posting......these sites are strength to each of us & a way God is allowing you to minister to others that are hurting & healing as you are!! Blessings to you!!
Jeanne Vaughn <Jeavaughn@aol.com>
Kingsport, Tn USA - Monday, March 17, 2008 8:23 PM CDT

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Oh Cheryl... I am praying for you and for Erin's family. Praying for all these little girls who have been on the site reading. God bless you all... Jesus Loves you!
Lisa and Aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
- Thursday, March 13, 2008 11:04 PM CDT

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Hello. My name is Ashley Payne. I'm not sure if you remember me, it's been a while, but I am one of those girls who has to attend there 2nd funeral for a friend. Haley, in a way, was so much like Erin, a dear and close friend of mine. I wasn't super close to Haley, but I am best friends with Katelyn Fleming who WAS close to Haley. I attended a few of Haley's concerts, one of the more memorable ones in which Katelyn convinced us to write on our stomachs. Afterwards, backstage, we lifted our shirts to show Haley, who busted out laughing. This week, and what a tough week it has been, I have had a lot of time to reflect back. During one of my darker moments, I remembered Haley's CD and Sarah's Song. It really helped me make it through the night. I'm sure that Haley was standing at Heaven's Gate, welcoming Erin with open arms, ready to give her a great big bear hug. Now, when I'm going through a rough patch, I can remember that I don't have one gaurdian angel watching over me, but two. And what more could a girl ask for?

Always keeping Haley with her,
Ashley P.
Ashley Payne <abpayne@chartertn.net>
Kingsport, TN United States - Thursday, March 13, 2008 7:28 PM CDT

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Oh Cheryl I was so glad to see an update and now in tears to read this sad news..My heart goes out to that little girls family and to you. You have my prayers...
LeeAnne
LeeAnne Bye <allenleeannebye@aol.com>
NJ - Thursday, March 13, 2008 3:25 PM CDT

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Mrs. Vincent,
I haven't written to you in such a long time, but I thought about you and Dr. Vincent this morning.. I still have the Beanie Baby Haley gave me 3 weeks before she passed away. Then, the day I came to visit you for visitation, I will never ever ever forget Dr. Vincent giving me a hug and asking me to be his little sixth grader.
You are such an understanding person and I am so glad that God let me be with you and Dr. Vincent and Haley and Nick and Logan and Kendall.
God bless you.s
CAiley Brazee <caileybrazee@yahoo.com>
Kingsport, TN US - Thursday, March 13, 2008 10:13 AM CDT

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oh, Cheryl,
I am indeed sorry.
praying for you and for Erin's family
and friends.
mrs pam
- Thursday, March 13, 2008 8:03 AM CDT

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Cheryl,

I'm so sorry about Erin. It breaks my heart too...

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 7:24 PM CDT

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hi. my name is alison darnell. i am an 8th grader at robinson middle school. erin page was one of my dearest and best friends. i also knew your daughter from a distance. katelyn fleming is a very good friend of mine and i met haley at katelyns birthday party. this has been the hardest time of my life. i cant imagine what your family had to go through and what erins family is going through now. we are family friends with erin and ive known her since we were 3. i just want to let you know that not only am i praying for erin, but also your family. this has to be rough. my friend emily seaton and i were discussing why god chose erin and haley. we think it is because they were both such strong yet loving souls that they could handle it and bring everyone in kingsport together. my sympathy is extended to you and your family. you all are in my prayers.


alison darnell <alisoneve14@yahoo.com>
kingsport, tn united states - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 2:57 PM CDT

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Just checking for an update. I hope today is a good day. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Sunday, March 9, 2008 1:52 PM CDT

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Cheryl,

As you know - I've often struggled with the WHYs...why do I feel such a strong connection with Haley out of all of the children whose sites I've visited and whose stories I've read? This morning in church I started to find at least some of those answers and felt compelled to share with you...

As you said in your testimony that you recently shared at church, you didn't want to leave things on a sad note...that wasn't what Haley was about. Haley was about finding the joy in suffering, in pain...she found song, she found happiness, she found God in all of it. What an amazing thing for such a young child to do. And through her pain and suffering, Haley taught countless others to find the same kind of JOY that she found. I believe that one of the most important lessons that you talked about was having the same kind of philosophy that Haley had, and you have definitely put that into action. It would have been easy to live in complete misery, but you have taken the hardest of the hard and turned it into something incredible. You provide so much love and support through this website, and you bring SO MUCH to the lives of sick children through the Haley Vincent Foundation. Her legacy, her philosophy, her life...it all lives on in you. And although I didn't get the chance to know Haley, I have had the privilege of knowing you. You have been the one to show me the reality of turning sorrows into joy. There aren't enough ways for me to thank you for that.

Sending endless love and prayers,
Laura
Laura Dellicker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
Elon, NC - Sunday, March 9, 2008 12:14 AM CDT

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thinking of you
prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Saturday, March 8, 2008 9:26 AM CST

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Ok I am sick of the guestbook envy update... I am ready for a new one. hahaha

Seriously, yesterday on the phone... you said, " I am going to update...." so here I sit checking your site 100x a day since you said that. Uhmmmmm I am waiting!

Tap tap Tap...is this thing on! (we love you!)
Lisa and Aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
- Friday, March 7, 2008 8:05 AM CST

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Cheryl,

I am here to try to do my part in assuaging your guest book envy! :-) I always enjoy coming by the site to read about the happenings in your family and to hear the lovely and dear memories of Haley.

Nathan is home from college this week and happily toting "your" computer. What a blessing that has been to him!!

Becky Smith <beckysmith62@aol.com>
Smithfield, NC - Tuesday, March 4, 2008 4:59 PM CST

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Cheryl,

Just checking in on you!

Love,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Tuesday, March 4, 2008 9:34 AM CST

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Just stopping by to let you know that I am thinking about you. Love you
Lisa and Aiden www.caringbridge,org/fl/aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
- Monday, March 3, 2008 8:19 AM CST

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Cheryl, I should be working right now but wandered over here. Even when I sign the guest book, I don't often take the time to read what the others have written, but I read a few this morning (I must have needed to). How profound for someone to say "I have found God through Haley"! And another reminder of how we all need to be doing everything we can to make sure people - SOMEONE - finds God through us. Haley did it so naturally.

I hope you have a good week.
Sherry Shelton <sherryws@eastman.com>
Kingsport, TN US - Monday, March 3, 2008 8:12 AM CST

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Cheryl, I should be working right now but wandered over here. Even when I sign the guest book, I don't often take the time to read what the others have written, but I read a few this morning (I must have needed to). How profound for someone to say "I have found God through Haley"! And another reminder of how we all need to be doing everything we can to make sure people - SOMEONE - finds God through us. Haley did it so naturally.

I hope you have a good week.
Sherry Shelton <sherryws@eastman.com>
Kingsport, TN US - Monday, March 3, 2008 8:12 AM CST

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Just stopping by to say hi - sending loves & prayers.
Stacy - Tanner's mom
Now in Aurora, CO 80014 - Saturday, March 1, 2008 11:06 PM CST

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Just popping in to check on you guys. I think of Haley often and hope you guys are doing well. I don't know if you remember but I told you at the pancake breakfast in May that I was pregnant. We welcomed a beautiful baby girl on Jan 5th. She is such a blessing and I thank God for her everyday.
Chrissy Pierce
Kingsport, TN - Friday, February 29, 2008 9:12 PM CST

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Thinking of you guys today.
Karen - Jen & Jons mom
Chatsworth, GA - Wednesday, February 27, 2008 4:48 PM CST

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I am signing! I am signing! wow what guilt will do. I come here often for your words of wisdom and to make sure you are doing well.
Take care, prayers.
moirasmom
- Wednesday, February 27, 2008 12:37 AM CST

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Hello
regina <rwalker@perry.k12.ms.us>
mclain, ms usa - Wednesday, February 27, 2008 10:14 AM CST

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I ate lunch with Ryan last week - he picked a friend to eat with us who happened to have on an AC/DC t-shirt -a kindergartner with an AC/DC shirt on - I just had to laugh knowing he didn't even know who the heck they were - of course, the song "You shook me all night long" started playing through my head. You are so right - I really want His word to play through my head like that!! One good thing - you have to admit "our" music was much better than the music of today - so at least Nick has some taste!! Not to worry - my husband was a huge fan, KISS fan - any heavy metal and he grew up just fine :). I have been thinking though about how every little detail of our lives either brings us closer to Him or leads us further away - I didn't really use to think that, but I think it is a fine line - to have life and life abundantly - we just have to choose His way - no way around it. Love you - Mary Lee (nobody signs my blog either - they e-mail or see me and say how they read it all the time - I get it since I was one of those who read others everyday but never signed in :))I've just always believed that the "right" ones were keeping up and praying for us - I think you helped me understand that in an entry you wrote BC (before cancer) - you wrote something about that I think - also, most of my friends are 40 - and most of them don't have a clue about blogs - there might as well be 20 years between us 40 year olds and my friends who are in their younger 30's. It's like an entirely different generation - test messaging - pfft ...... I'll learn that when I have too - when my kids are doing it and I have to keep up with their business!!

Think of you and your sweet girl everyday - it snowed a few flurries the other day and I thought of that picture of her in the snow - that is one of my favorites .......
Mary Lee Carrigan <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
Gallatin, Tn - Monday, February 25, 2008 11:21 PM CST

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Guestbook envy?? I will tell you my secrets later, but it has something to do with what Amanda said... nothing like a little bribery!

I love you friend. I just love you. I think of haley everday. My heart aches that she is gone. Sometimes I still can not believe it. I think about what that must feel like and immediatly I am crushed and devastated, yet I know there is no imagining something like that. Haley was the brightest shining light I have ever met. She had an amazing laugh (giggle) and she was so different than any child I have ever met. Wise, loving, and just so special.

I spent a lot of time this weekend praying for you and for your broken heart, I love you so much. More than a sister or just a friend, but also a mentor and a teacher. Not to mention, we can tell some good stories and laugh like crazy.

I love you. I wish she was here.. one day on those celestial shores you will hold her again. Bless you friend
Lisa and Aiden <Rolexh@aol.com>
- Monday, February 25, 2008 8:01 PM CST

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Cheryl,

Thanks for the heads up on the AC DC music. I too am a product of the 70/80s but listened mostly to Elton John and Bread. I know that my son 14 has that song (plus others) on his iPod. I didn't realize about the explicit part. I think I've got to have a chat with him.......

Your always in my daily prayers, Cheryl.
Dot O'Connor <Dotocon@aol.com>
Philadelphia, PA - Monday, February 25, 2008 7:44 AM CST

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Oh, by the way Amanda, does Lisa have Paypal? hehehehe!!

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Sunday, February 24, 2008 5:40 PM CST

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Didn't you hear that Lisa was handing out cash for comments?! :o) Great job updating for her, by the way...you are a wonderful story teller and I think she will be happy to have your rendition of their adventures as a "souvenir". You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Good luck with all the foundation stuff! Take care.
Amanda <amfulton02@yahoo.com>
Omaha, NE - Saturday, February 23, 2008 9:34 PM CST

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Cheryl,

What can I say - I just LOVE you!!! Thanks for being my friend!!!

And what's the deal with music and our young men? I too was talking with Micah, who is 18, about the music he listens to. We heard a former rapper talking about this on Christian TV and he said rap music is not a sin, but it is like an usher who leads you away from the Lord. He asked the question, "Does it bring you closer to God or farther away? Do you come away uplifted?"

Oh, how they need our prayers...

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Saturday, February 23, 2008 7:50 AM CST

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Hello Cheryl....just stopping in to read your interesting updates, and let you know I think of you often, but am not good about letting you know that. sorry.
I too, have a 17yr. old. We had this same conversation last week and he said, "mom, I love country music, so don't worry about it, o.k."? We have to trust them and ourselves that up this point we have taught them how to make the best choices for themselves.....but as a mom myself and him being the last child home I find myself worrying way too much.
Love to you always,
colleen
P.s. I still continue to listen to Haley's songs in my car. It brings me down to earth and back to reality. thank you Haley...our special angel in heaven.
colleen fraser <irishgalmi@comcast.net>
Muskegon, mi usa - Friday, February 22, 2008 9:20 PM CST

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Cheryl
you are right...some songs should definitely
be illegal!

I loved Haley's cute sense of humor
in the notebook you found....
prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Friday, February 22, 2008 5:09 PM CST

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Cheryl,

Just coming by to visit...

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Friday, February 22, 2008 9:55 AM CST

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Came across this song today and thought of you...one day things will be set right again.

My Heart Will Fly
by MercyMe

Why this happened I cannot explain
Why write the script with such heartache and pain
Could there not have been an easier way

Watching life through this glass so faded
I cannot see the bigger picture taking place
Oh to understand one day

Chorus
My heart will fly
When I finally see you face to face
And my tears will fly
Away, away

It won’t be long until we all go home
With all things revealed and on that day we’ll finally know
Oh, as we are fully known

Chorus

Bridge
And what appears as incomplete
Is still completely Yours
And one day we’ll see as we’ve been seen
And we’ll soar

Sending never-ending love & prayers,
Laura

Laura Dellicker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
- Thursday, February 21, 2008 4:46 PM CST

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Cheryl,

Missing you and praying for you...

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 7:45 AM CST

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I saw your entry on Becky May's page and read the history of Haley's illness and your recent entries. I'm sorry for your loss and will pray for your continued grieving process. Sharing your daughter's story and yours is an inspirational gift to so many.

Several years ago I wrote The Miracle Goes On when a young boy named Will Heaton lost his battle with leukemia. I hope it will be of comfort to you as it was to Will's family.

The Miracle Goes On

I asked God for a miracle
That you would stay with me.
And hours I spent upon my knees
To emphasize my pleas.

You were the center of my universe
From the moment of your birth.
And each and every day with you
Enhanced my life on earth.

You were a miracle,
A precious gift from above.
You were a miracle,
The focus of my love.

For reasons I can't fathom now,
God took you back with Him.
And the future I'd imagined
Has suddenly gone dim.

But deep within my soul I know,
That the miracle goes on.
And through my clouds of pain and loss
I believe the day will dawn.

You are a miracle,
A precious gift above.
You are a miracle because of God's great love.

Love,
Jennifer
Jennifer Martin <smartin@tcsn.net>
Paso Robles, CA USA - Friday, February 15, 2008 2:38 PM CST

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I cannot help but to comment and say how much I miss your little girl. I have had a lot of things on my heart recently, and I cannot help but know that God has sent Haley to comfort me. I listen to her music when I need that comfort, I listen to her sing when I need a smile, I listen to her when I'm already smiling and want something to sing to. No matter the circumstance, she is there. God sent Haley to do an infinite of wonderful things in this world, and a great number of them have occurred after she left us to go "stand in His glory". How WONDERFUL that is! I miss her, I long for her, and I never met her. I don't know what that is, but I know it's something special. In the meantime, until that one day when all is set right, I will be here...signing, listening, hoping and loving.

I have found God through Haley.

All my love,
Laura
Laura Delliker <ldellicker@elon.edu>
- Wednesday, February 13, 2008 0:57 AM CST

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Dear Haley's family
I found your link on another CB page
I'm so sorry for your loss I know your sweet Haley fought so hard to stay here with you all
I just read today's entry and know what you mean about the day you relized that you don't cry every day ....
I have been there too and fully understand what you mean
I lost my son Jacob on the 16th June 2005 ...
I miss him every second of every day but...now can laugh without crying and even feel "happy" without feeling guilty
we will never not miss our Angels they will be forever in our hearts life goes on though
Love always Jacob's Mum

Jacob to loved to ever be forgotten


Jacob's Mum Our Aussie^i^Jacob and Jacob's memorial page
Australia - Sunday, February 10, 2008 3:34 PM CST

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That song was sung at my dear friend's son's funeral in 2003. I also went through a time when my daughter and I just couldn't get through that song. Now, it just makes my heart swell when I hear it. I miss Riley so much and I can only imagine what my friend Tammy(Riley's mom) goes through everyday. I always appreciate how you share your feelings w/ all of us. It helps me to understand Tammy better and hopefully be a good friend. Much love and prayer, Reva
Reva Kinnally <kinnallymr@msn.com>
Schenectady, NY USA - Sunday, February 10, 2008 1:20 PM CST

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Just wanted to leave a note to let you know I was thinking and praying for you.


Katherine Hampton http://tysmomtoo.blogspot.com/ <katbird76@gmail.com>
Sharpsburg, Ga USA - Sunday, February 10, 2008 12:22 AM CST

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Maybe last month sometime, I realized that I don't cry all day everyday anymore. I kind of felt guilt!? I was told it's normal and that I'm healing. Now........... I'm crying!
Much Love, Tam
caringbridge/fl/gavinward
Tammy Roberts-Ward <wardpalm@aol.com >
Palm Beach, Fl USA - Saturday, February 9, 2008 9:14 PM CST

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Just thinking about you tonight and checking in.

Mary Lee Carrigan <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
Gallatin, Tn - Saturday, February 9, 2008 0:20 AM CST

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Hey Cheryl,
I miss your posts. I still come here often to see if you posted. Keep your spirits up and we'll be here when you can write again.
Wendy Whiddon
Winder, GA - Friday, February 8, 2008 2:53 PM CST

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Hi Cheryl. I have not signed here before, but something you wrote last just struck me. I totally understand that wonder of not crying everyday. Or the realization that you are not. It's weird, sad, okay and just wow. I lost my nephew and my husband a month apart from one another the latter part of 2003. I was 42 at the time. I thought I would NEVER stop crying. Then I thought I would never be able to talk about my late husband to anyone for the first time without crying and then one day I did. And now, four years later, I still miss my nephew and husband terribly and I know I always will, but I also know that is okay. My new normal is okay. And one day I will be with someone else and I can love again, but I know now that will not take away from my past. I never ever thought I'd be here.
~Tess


Tess Baker <tessbaker@sbcglobal.net>
Central California, CA USA - Tuesday, February 5, 2008 0:44 AM CST

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Love that song...still thinking of and praying for all of you.
Sheryl, Justice's mom <sheryl.lyn@verizon.net>
- Sunday, February 3, 2008 3:39 AM CST

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"I myself will see him .... How my heart yearns within me!"
Job 19:27

Love you - Mary Lee Carrigan

Mary Lee Carrigan <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
Gallatin, Tn - Saturday, February 2, 2008 10:44 PM CST

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"...but I am learning, that it feels pretty crappy to NOT be sad all the time too."

Cheryl,

That's how I've been feeling for quite some time - NOT sad all the time but today I'm sad. And that makes me glad?!

Still trying to figure out all this "grief" stuff...

Like you, always thinking of Heaven -

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatt111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Saturday, February 2, 2008 7:36 PM CST

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Cheryl:

The level of your pain does not equate with the depth of your love. As you move forward in your life, you simply accept what is...but that does not mean that you have accepted the unacceptable. It will never be alright that Haley is gone. You have lost a part of you, and you are adapting. But that doesn't make it natural. It doesn't make it any less a sacrifice. If you had lost an arm, you would train yourself to use the other arm. And while, over time, that might get more familiar to you, it would never feel perfect.

Which is probably why your thoughts have turned to Heaven. That is the only perfection there is because it was formed by God's perfect love for us and His promises.

Blessings!
Sue G (www.caringbridge.org/visit/sueguenther)
- Saturday, February 2, 2008 11:44 AM CST

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Oh Cheryl...I love that song.. "I can only imagine"..we listen to it alot on our long drives to doctors appointments. Praying for that day Cheryl that one day you will dance with your darling angel Haley in heaven..and until that time..that you will find peace, love and some happiness in this world.
Hugs and prayers,
LeeAnne and family
LeeAnne Bye <allenleeannebye@aol.com>
NJ - Friday, February 1, 2008 9:54 PM CST

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Still thinking of you, and praying. Thank you for continuing to journal here...you have taught me so much, and yet, I have so much to learn. Praying for you as you continue your grief journey. Thank you, thank you. Hugs and lots of prayers,
Amanda Fulton
Omaha, NE 68106 - Thursday, January 31, 2008 10:21 PM CST

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Oh Cheryl

I remember singing that song at Haley's funeral & thinking she was doing what we could only imagine. My thoughts & prayers are with you tonight.
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Thursday, January 31, 2008 5:42 PM CST

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Hi Cheryl,
I just want you to know how much your angel is still at work here on earth... My Sammi is on IV Solu medrol pushes right now to try to calm her flaring autoimmune disease. Her gut is not working well and we are dealing with infections and inflammattion and stuff.. As I stood at the sink last evening prepping to give her the IV solu medrol push and hook her up to an IV hydration she started singing to me.. Haley's song "Prednisone".. My eyes welled up and I quickly went in and turned on your darling angels CD for Sammi to sing along. We listened to it twice right on through dinner. I wanted to thank Haley for singing that song and the rest of her songs so well..she reached out to another little girl struggling with autoimmune disease and gave her something to smile at and make her feel not so alone..how can you be alone when there are songs about it! Cheryl thank you for sharing your precious Haley and her songs, thank you for reaching out to us.
Love, prayers and thanks,
LeeAnne, Sammi and family
www.caringbridge.org/visit/byesiblings
LeeAnne Bye <allenleeannebye@aol.com>
NJ - Wednesday, January 30, 2008 9:06 AM CST

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Dear Cheryl,

I could definitely feel what you wrote...as if at one time you were a visitor inside my very own body, peering out right along with me. It was so cold that quiet winter morning in Michigan. I had been up all night since Olivia passed away before I ever really got any sleep to speak of. Hospice had come and gone...the plans for the next couple of days had been set in motion, the necessary questions asked and answered, the pills had been counted and flushed, the paperwork had been signed...I had watched them monitor Olivia's vitals one last time....to be sure she was really dead. By then, the sun was showing signs of beginning to rise....at least on the rest of the world...not on the twelve inch square of it my feet had landed on. Mine would forever be dark. I had to get out of the house...go somewhere, do something. Olivia's school had not yet opened. I could not go there just yet to tell them that the first elementary student in the history of that school just passed away. The only place to go was to the local fire department, to ask them if they would be available to assist my wheelchair bound mother-in-law into my house later that evening for the wake we would be holding.

I pulled out of my neighborhood, onto the main road and could not believe there were people in cars, with makeup on or clean shaven in suits talking on their cell phones or sipping their coffee as they drove...oblivious to the change that had just happened in the world. How in the hell could they just be carrying on as if everything were still as it was just a day ago? Where in the heck did they have to go that morning??? It was then the bubble was born...and for the first time, I began looking outwardly at the world and it would never again be the same. It was me on one side of the imaginary but oh sooo real barrier, and the world would never again be the same, never again look the same. How could the world still be moving, how can the world still be moving???

Angel Olivia's Mom, Wendy

www.caringbridge.org/mi/oliviasgrace <won2xx@gmail.com>
- Friday, January 25, 2008 3:46 PM CST

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I second that (AMEN), let's start today by becoming an ORGAN DONOR, it is truly the best gift you can ever give! One child lost by ANY DEGREE of tragedy is one child too many! I watch the ST JUDE programming all the time, I like Danny Thomas saying "The world is made up of two type of people GIVERS/TAKERS. The takers may live better, but the givers sleep better. I know I "sleep better" knowing that my donor card has been signed and I doing my part in saving another life. Let's start today in some sort of "giving" fashion and either make a donation to your local charity, donate blood or become an organ donor. The life you save may very well one day be YOUR LOVED ONE! Do it for Haley and the other warriors who are still in their battles. We can all make a difference!!!!
Dawn Pickens <dpickens_42@yahoo.com>
Beaumont, Tx - Thursday, January 24, 2008 4:32 PM CST

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AMEN sister!

Don't even get me started. IT JUST TAKES PEOPLE TO SAY YES TO GIVE THEIR ORGANS AFTER THEY ARE DEAD TO SAVE THESE CHILDREN! It should be CRMINAL that Haley and other children die with NO gift of life... just because someone doesn't wanto to donate. We have the answer for these children.. we know what will give them life... now why oh why doesn't someone say YES!

All I can say with out writing an entire journal update in your guestbook is.. AMEN.
Lisa and Aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 24, 2008 7:11 AM CST

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Cheryl,
It has probably been a month or so since I came to this site so I'm just now seeing the picture - I agree it looks just like little Haley!! It reminds me of seeing her walking (or running) through the hall at St. Matthew. That is the most beautiful picture. And the answers to the questions do sound just like her, I can see her answerng them with a serious straight face too.

Dr. Springer assured me that he had not met a person yet who had not lost weight on the South Beach Diet. (But, as my luck would have it, now there is one. Maybe I didn't believe good enough.) Y'all don't need to lose weight anyway!

Love ya
Sherry Shelton <shelton@chartertn.net>
Kingsport, TN - Wednesday, January 23, 2008 6:59 PM CST

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If you could only get your passion into the hands of the right people, something BIG could happen. Praying that God makes all the connections for it to happen....for Haley's (and so many others who never made the news) sake...
Pam Doughty <p_dought@bellsouth.net>
Powder Springs , GA USA - Tuesday, January 22, 2008 10:40 PM CST

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Cheryl

Yes they do matter. Haley mattered and she still does. Thinking of you.
Karen - Jen & Jon's
Chatsworth, GA - Tuesday, January 22, 2008 2:15 PM CST

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Cheryl,
The past few weeks have been tough. Now, I know that "tough" is such a relative term, and you would probably give anything to trade your kinda "tough" for mine, but still, for me, the past few weeks have sucked. So, there I was last night looking at your website, when I happened to click on your sermon. As Lisa put it, it was profound. I can't think of a better way to spend 45 minutes, then to listen to what you had to say. I just sat there listening to your soothing voice, and I cried, and cried and cried. And I thanked GOD for bringing me the rain. So, I thank you. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you.

I know this is a weird Guestbook entry, but I lost your new email address.


Katherine Hampton <katbird76@gmail.com>
Sharpsburg, Ga USA - Sunday, January 20, 2008 10:50 PM CST

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Cheryl,

As I read your entry, I could sense a "smile" in your reflection of Haley and her journaling. Can you believe morning is approaching?

"Though the sorrow may last for the night, His joy comes in the morning." Psalm 30:5

Smiling over here!

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, - Sunday, January 20, 2008 10:23 PM CST

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well, you gave me a good chuckle, and
made remember back 55 years to when my
mom sent me to the store for lettuce, and
I came home with cabbage.
No way, though, would I have forgotten the chips!!!!

prayers and love from Mrs. Pam
- Friday, January 18, 2008 6:09 PM CST

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Late in the week hours of the night, I am thinking of you. I just listened to Haley's CD. There she was this little girl, reminding me that I wasn't alone.

Haley, I wanna wish it away on a snowflake sometimes too. You were wise beyond your years. I miss you sweet Haley.
Lisa and Aiden <rolexh@aol.com>
- Tuesday, January 15, 2008 0:26 AM CST

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Four hours on the diet...hmm...you go girl! You are way ahead of me. (Unless not eating while you are sleeping counts).
Thinking of you tonight....

Angel Olivia's Mom, Wendy
www.caringbridge.org/mi/oliviasgrace <won2xx@gmail.com>
- Saturday, January 12, 2008 7:33 PM CST

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Cheryl,

I hope I don't put pressure on you! You know, when I kept coming back to see if you had written anything, the Holy Spirit basically said, "Instead of "looking for her" why don't you pray for her?" So I did; and I will...

Love,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Saturday, January 12, 2008 11:58 AM CST

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Hi Cheryl - I haven't dropped you a note lately, but still check in on a regular basis. I love the picture you found and am sure Bruce loved it as well! Take care and Happy New Year.

Kim, mom to Sami and Kyle
Kim Faust <kfaust@comcast.net>
Oakdale, MN USA - Thursday, January 10, 2008 5:11 AM CST

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Cheryl,

O.K. I just can't HANDLE IT ANYMORE!!! I need to hear how you are doing! Once again I need my "fix". I'm just used to you writing more often than me...

Can you tell I miss you?!

Your friend,

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews
Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, TX - Monday, January 7, 2008 5:37 PM CST

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Checking in again Cheryl...thinking of you and sending prayers that all is going OK in this new year...
Hugs and prayers,
LeeAnne and family
LeeAnne Bye <allenleeannebye@aol.com>
NJ - Monday, January 7, 2008 8:01 AM CST

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Cheryl, I don't know if you remember my family. Last Christmas Haley's Foundation sent gifts to my children Zachary and Brittany, which was a wonderful surprise and spirit lifter. Zach has had a bad year since then and I had stopped reading Haley's site. On Nov. 27th Zach joined his little brother, Sam, and your Haley and many other children in heaven. Since that time, i have gone back to the beginning of your grief journal. Haley passed away about 6 months after my Sam and I remember reading your journal then and feeling so thankful that you could put in words - so honestly - what all of us mothers feel, even if our journeys are different. I don't know if I said it back then, but I want to thank you now. Your words always remind me that whatever I do and however I feel is okay. Thank you for continuing to journal and for leaving old entires as a witness of your days since Haley passed.
Anne with Zach & Sam in my heart www.caringbridge.org/wi/zachsam
- Friday, January 4, 2008 11:15 PM CST

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Beautiful picture ..... I love when He does things like that for us - you know it was just from Him and Haley and just for you. Just checking in to say "hey".

Love - Mary Lee
www.updatesonryan.blogspot.com
Mary Lee Carrigan <mary_robb@bellsouth.net>
- Friday, January 4, 2008 1:47 PM CST

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Cheryl,

Just checking on you...

Pamela
www.caringbridge.org/tx/dinahmatthews


Pamela Matthews <gmatth1111@att.net>
Houston, Tx - Friday, January 4, 2008 9:15 AM CST

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Wishing all good things for 2008 for you and your family.
moirasmom <patmcg457@ comcast.net>
- Friday, January 4, 2008 7:55 AM CST

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Thinking of you tonight.
Karen - Jen & Jon's mom
Chatsworth, GA - Tuesday, January 1, 2008 11:49 PM CST

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