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Hi Little Man,
So sorry it has been this long since I have written to you. However, you have never left our hearts or our prayers. In fact, I lost a dear friend 9 years ago yesterday. When I think of you being in God's arms, I think of her also being there. You will love her. To you she will be Aunt Candy. She is beautiful, loves children, and will spoil you rotten. She will tell you all about our friendship, but don't listen to the "bad" stuff she has to say. Just let her hug you and tell you what a beautiful, wonderful, loving young man you are. Your daddy has remarried to a really special woman. She has two children that are beautiful also. You would really like her. Your mommy has also remarried and even though I don't know him, I know he is pretty special because your mommy looks really happy. Your cousin, Addison, is 18 years old and she has joined the Army. She is homesick, but she loves what she is doing and says that this is where God has placed her in this life and at this time. Easter is coming soon. Wish I could see you hunting Easter Eggs. I know that you would be too big to do that, but I still see you as my beautiful little man. Well, must go now. Just wanted to say I love you, miss you so much, and am so happy that you are living in paradise with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Kisses and hugs forever. Love you our Little Man. PawPaw and Nana.
Jackie Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net >
Teague, Tx USA - Sunday, March 18, 2018 2:17 PM CDT

Hi Little Man. Just felt the need to share with you today. Pawpaw and I have a really dear friend that went through a very serious illness. He had a major heart attack and complications from his treatment. He was in a coma for a long time, but his wife and the many prayer warriors prayed everyday for his recovery and for his family. His name is Joey and his wife's name is Lisa. Lisa never left his side except at night when she was forced to sleep in the waiting room because they wouldn't let her stay in the ICU room with him. They were there for several weeks. She prayed, shared moments that she had with God and listening to His word and reading and sharing His word with friends and even strangers. It reminded me of all the times we prayed and shared thoughts and of all the many people that prayed for you from all over the world. We could feel the power of prayer and the presence of God everyday. Even though we knew God's plan was to take you home to be with Him someday, we also knew that He was using your illness and you, my sweet precious boy to make a difference in so many lives. This is what he did with Joey and Lisa. However, Joey got to go home to his family, but not before the message and the power of prayer was shared with so many people. I have shared your story with so many people and hopefully together we have helped others return to prayer and faith in God's word. You, my Little Man, have been such an inspiration with your story, both in the past, and still now. We so very much love you and miss you every hour of every day. You will always be a part of our hearts. Nana and Pawpaw will see you someday and maybe then you will give me a really big hug and not just a grunt. LOL. I know that you are happy, healthy, and running with your special angels. We love you sweet boy always and forever.
Nana and Pawpaw.
Pawpaw and Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Monday, March 20, 2017 9:28 AM CDT

Hi Little Man. Well another year has gone by and the emptiness in our hearts is still there. But, we wouldn't ask God to send you back to us unless you could come free of pain and sickness and could be happy here with us. Your Uncle Paul and Aunt Missey brought a Thomas balloon and several purple balloons over on your New Life Day and we sent you our love and kisses into the air. Uncle Paul's two children have heard about you so much, but they were thrilled to get to send your balloons flying toward the Heavens. I could almost feel you laughing and being so excited to see them coming to you. Lots has happened in the last year, some good, some bad, but all in all, we are blessed with what God has provided for us. It is Mother's Day today, and I know that your Mommy is missing you with all her heart. Her life is good and she is happy, but the void with always be in her heart. Your Daddy is doing well, and he is also happy.

We miss you everyday, and we think about you constantly. Your Pawpaw and I talk about you and tell others about you and what a true blessing God gave us when He loaned you to us for the short time we had you. You, Little Man, were such a blessing to so many, and that was God's plan for you.

Run without pain, laugh with your Angels, and hold the hand of God, and say a prayer for all of us.

We love and miss you so much.

Nana and Pawpaw Rasbeary
Nana & Pawpaw Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Sunday, May 10, 2015 9:48 AM CDT

Hi Little Man. Well Nana needs to apologize for not sending you your message on your day of glory but our day of loss. I know that on the 29th of April, 2007, you breathed your first breath of peace and experienced your first day of complete health and happiness to be able to run and play without pain suffering. I would be telling a lie if I told you that we don't miss you so much and want you back with us, but I know that would be pure selfishness on our part. Instead, I will say, thank you God for taking you home to be with Him, and giving us the grace to know that He blessed us with you for a short time. We all learned from your presence, and we all came to appreciate God's plan for us all through you. Even though we have all moved forward with our lives, added to our families, and experienced great joy with all God's continued blessings on our families and lives, there will never be a time that you are not in all our thoughts, prayers, hearts, and minds. Your daddy posted a precious picture of you on Facebook, and your mommy did the same. Your memory, my precious little man, give me strength in times of weakness, and happiness in times of sorrow, and hope in times of despair. I say a prayer for your mommy and daddy, and all others that played a very important part in your care and daily life, that they feel your continued love and presence during this difficult time of year. Just know that all of us as grandparents, both grieve and rejoice from our loss, but your beautiful spirit sitting at the right hand of God. Your presence in our lives gave us joyous and beautiful memories, taught us lessons about taking things for granted, and gave us a closer walk with God. We will always love and cherish you my sweet little man. Missing and loving you each and every day. Nana & Pawpaw
Pawpaw & Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2014 9:07 AM CDT

Hi Little Man. Well it has been six long years since we had to say goodbye to you. Some days it seems longer, but some days we feel like it hasn't happened, and all we have to do is get in the car, drive south, and see you in just a couple of hours. Oh, those were the really great days. We still miss you so very much. Your mom sent us pictures of you in PawPaw's black cowboy hat. You were so cute. You really didn't like having it on your head, but you tolerated it just long enough to have pictures made. You did that a lot for us. Tolerated us I mean. Well things are rocking along as usual. Some of your cousins are sick with a stomach virus, they are all doing much better. Uncle Paul is getting married in July. You would really like your soon to be Aunt Missey and the new cousins you would have. They are all pretty cool. I have thought a lot about what you would be doing at the age of soon to be 11. Wow! Soon to be 11. I know you would be blowing our socks off with all your antics. Nana and PawPaw miss you so much, but we know you are at the right hand of God watching over us as we plod through our everyday events. Please tell God how much we thank Him for the time He allowed us to be with you and for the blessings we received from you everyday. Also the life lessons that both you and He taught us. Love, appreciation, thanks, heartbreak, loss, knowledge, and forgiveness to others, as just a few. We miss you so much everyday, but we know that your life is complete and full of joy, health, spirituality, peace, love, and forgiveness, and happiness everyday. We will see you again someday, Little Man, and you can introduce us to your true Father and we will receive the same blessings that you have and we can all be together worshiping the one and only true God of Creation. We love you so much.
Nana & PawPaw Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Texas USA - Monday, April 29, 2013 10:03 AM CDT

Hey little man. So sorry it has been so long since I checked in and signed your guestbook. So much has happened since I last wrote to you. I know that you are aware of it all, so I won't bore you with all the details. We are all doing well and living day to day still missing you so much. PawPaw and I came through the Woodlands just last week. We waved to you and told you hello as we drove by. Sorry we didn't stop to visit with you. I heard a song today that reminded me so much of you. It was written by Taylor Swift, a very popular country singer. She had visited a website about another little man that had passed away at the age of 4 just like you. He had cancer, his name was Ronan. The song described what he was like, what his family went through with his illness, and how it felt when he went to be with Jesus. I cried when I heard the words because it reminded me so much of you and the things we will always miss by not having you with us anymore on this earth. Even though it made me cry, I would never ask God to bring you back here just for us. He is blessing you everyday but giving you a whole and healthy body and letting you run and play with the angels everyday. PawPaw and I miss you everyday and think about you everyday. Watch over us everyday little man. I feel your presence all around us. Know you will always be loved and missed, but we are so happy that you are whole and happy and at the right hand of God. Hugs and kisses little man. PawPaw and Nana Rasbeary
PawPaw and Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Texas USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2013 9:24 PM CDT

Hi Little Man. Well it's almost Christmas and things are really getting crazy. The stockings are hanging on the staircase and the tree is up with all the lights and decorations. My bedroom floor is covered with presents to be wrapped. Pawpaw and I can hardly walk through the room. I wish you could be here to see everything so festive. We will be traveling to Houston Monday because Aunt Janet and Uncle Stephen are having another baby that day. God has blessed us with wonderful times, children, and grandchildren. He especially blessed us with the time we had with you. We think about you always and miss you more than that. Found pictures that your mom sent to us with you wearing Pawpaw's big black hat, and some with you wearing his big ole' shoes. Took me back in time. We love you our special "little man" and miss you always. I know that this is so special for you to be with Jesus and help celebrate His birthday. Pray with us and for us little one. I know we will be seeing you soon. The Lord cannot be long in coming. Kisses and Hugs!! Love you, Pawpaw and Nanna.
Pawpaw and Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Texas USA - Friday, December 9, 2011 5:43 PM CST

Happy birthday, Caleb!
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, May 4, 2011 1:10 PM CDT

Hello Little Man. I thought of you so many times yesterday, wishing you were here to unwillingly give me a hug, grunt while you did it, and then walk away to play. It's so unbelievable that you would be celebrating your 9th birthday in only a few days. Wow! I just wonder what you would have wanted for your birthday, what kind of party you would have wanted, where you would be attending school, and what your dreams would be. PawPaw and I came by to visit you a couple of weeks ago. I know that is not where you are, but it gives us some peace to be able to talk to you when we are in Houston. We talk to you and think of you all the time. I don't want to jinks it, but I have a plant that I brought home with me the day of your service that I named Caleb. It continues to thrive. That in itself is a miracle as I have never been able to keep a plant alive. I know that you must have your hands on it to keep it going because you feel sorry for Nana's inability to grow things. Thank you! I send up this prayer of love knowing that you are happy, healthy, and blessed to be at the right hand of God. We will never forget you, but we are thankful that you are in a place so much better than this one and you are playing with the saints. God bless you Little Man and know that you are constantly on our minds. PawPaw and I love and miss you everyday and forever.

PawPaw and Nana
Ron & Jackie Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Texas USA - Saturday, April 30, 2011 8:14 AM CDT

Hey Sweet Boy! I think you might be at the age where you would cringe at that little term of endearment if you you were still with us! I miss you lots and can't believe you've been "home" for 4 years now. So much has happened in the last 4 years, and it makes me a little sad knowing my own precious princesses didn't know you.. and don't have another crazy cousin to run and play with! I love you and hope you are helping keep Grandpa and Grandad entertained up there!
Aunt Carla <carlagham@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Friday, April 29, 2011 8:52 AM CDT

Sweet thougts and happy memories of you, especially today. Loving you and missing you.
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Thursday, April 28, 2011 10:55 PM CDT

I can't believe you would be turning nine in just a little over a month and dad turning...... well, older. There is so much I wish I could of shown and taught you but now you can show me around when I come see you. In the grand scheme of things it won't be long. I wish you could of met Laura Makenzie and Christian. You would have a blast with them. We have pictures up around the house of you so you are always on my mind. Miss you bunches. Love you bub, DAD.
Jared Rasbeary <jaredrasbeary@yahoo.com>
Belton, TX - Wednesday, March 23, 2011 4:22 PM CDT

Thinking of you today Caleb.
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, December 15, 2010 8:12 PM CST

Hey Little Man,
Well PawPaw and I wore our purple on the 29th of April, and we sent you birthday balloons on your birthday. We watched as they ascended toward Heaven thinking how you must be smiling and laughing as you saw them coming to you. We said a prayer for you in Heaven, and said a prayer for all of our family here on this earth that still miss you so very much. When PawPaw and I come to Houston and pass your place of rest, we both wave and say hello our sweet Caleb and when we pass back by on our way out of town, we say good-bye little man until our next trip. We think about you all the time and still miss you so much. Mommy sent pictures of you in PawPaw's black cowboy hat and we have copied them from the computer until she can send the originals. We plan to enlarge the picture to 8x10 and hang it on the "grandkids" wall in the hallway. It's hard to imagine that you would be 8 years old now and what a big guy you would be. But you know what? If we could have you back today, I would have to say "no" because you are healthy and happy sitting at the right hand of God at this very moment. Even though I would like to be selfish and have you back, I could never ask God to let you suffer ever again. So we say our blessing is the fact that you received the blessing from God of being whole again and running through the streets of Heaven, laughing and playing with the other saints and angels. We know that you are surrounded by other loved ones that will be looking after you. You lived God's plan on this earth, and now you are living his plan in Heaven. Big hugs from PawPaw and Nana little man. Know that you will be in our hearts and on our minds forever, until we can hold you, hug you, and give you kisses again.

God bless you Little Man,

PawPaw and Nana
Ron & Jackie Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Texas USA - Saturday, May 8, 2010 7:48 PM CDT

Happy birthday Caleb. What a happy boy you were. I was just watching the slide show your mom put together and all I could see was how much you loved her and your dad and how much they loved you. You made the world a better place. Thank you for the privilege of knowing you. I love you! Love, Aunt Janet and the gang
Janet Marie <janetnajvar@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, May 4, 2010 10:18 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Caleb!
Amanda Schwausch <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Tuesday, May 4, 2010 7:37 AM CDT

Caleb, your Aunt Carla is a dumb-dumb! I can't believe its been 3 years!!

I love you and miss you!
Aunt Carla <carlagham@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Thursday, April 29, 2010 12:39 AM CDT

Hi Caleb! I can't believe it has really been 2 years! So much has happened in the past 2 years that I wish you could have been a part of!

I rest in the fact that you are pain-free and we will get to see your infectious little grin again one day! I love you sweet nephew!
Aunt Carla <carlagham@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Thursday, April 29, 2010 12:36 AM CDT

Wearing purple today! We are thinking about you today Caleb, your mommy, your daddy and all the family that loves you and misses you.
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Thursday, April 29, 2010 6:06 AM CDT

You are so on my heart. Two long years. Sometimes it seems like yesterday I heard you giggle and other times it feels like forever. Though my heart is heavy with missing you, I have peace knowing you are painfree and playing on the streets of gold. I just bet Grandpaw and Grandad are sitting on a bench watching you and smiling...all of you in the very presence of God Almighty.
I love you baby boy!
Grandmaw

Donna Graham <donnagraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Monday, April 26, 2010 10:42 AM CDT

Why are you on my heart so much today? I love you and miss you.

Grandmaw
Caleb's Grandmaw <donnagraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx - Wednesday, January 20, 2010 10:16 AM CST

Hello precious. I thought of you so much during the holidays. I especially had sweet thoughts of you when your 2 new cousins were born Dec 8 and 14th. It so reminded me of the day you were born. I remember watching you take your first breath. You stole my heart then. I love you forever,
Grandmaw

Caleb's Grandmaw <donnagraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Monday, January 4, 2010 4:58 PM CST

Hi My Sweet Angel,
Oh how i wish you were here with us on this Christmas Day. The weather was perfect, the house was decorated, and the gifts were great. But there was one thing missing...YOU..but I know you are having fun with Jesus, celebrating his birthday today..We love and miss you more and more every day..Love MOMMA
Kiss, Hug, Butterfly Kisses and Eskimo Kisses
Caleb's Momma <korrincaleb@yahoo.com>
- Friday, December 25, 2009 6:15 PM CST

Caleb,
Your Christmas picture is sitting on the dining room table with all the others. You always had such a sweet smile! I talk to the boys about you often and every time we get a balloon we send it to Heaven. We love you, miss you and think of you often.
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Tuesday, December 15, 2009 2:43 PM CST

Hey sweet boy. I went to Grandpaw's graveside Saturday morning. It was our wedding anniversary. I had such sweet thoughts of you too and how I imagine Grandpaw loving on you in heaven. Thoughts like that keep me from going nuts missing you both. I love you.
Grandmaw <donnagraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Monday, November 9, 2009 11:56 AM CST

caleb, i miss u buddy and i know u are in heaven with louie causing all kinds of trouble. watch over your parents.

korri, hey girl i wanted to stop and let u know u and caleb are in my thoughts often.
georgia <gafromtheva@yahoo.com>
aliquippa, pa usa - Saturday, October 17, 2009 1:23 PM CDT

Hey Caleb!

I can't believe you've been gone over 2 years now. I wonder, quite often, how you and little Jade would get along. She absolutely adores all of her cousins.. and I know she would love you to pieces too! I wonder if she would get on your nerves like she does Cullen, or if you would think some of the things she does is weird.

I love you and miss you sweet little boy!
Aunt Carla <carlagham@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Friday, June 26, 2009 8:55 AM CDT

Sweet Caleb,
I awoke yesterday with you on my mind and how I wish we were celebrating your birthday with you here...cake...purple balloons ... family and friends. I wondered what new things you would have discovered and how you would be liking school. I do not have to wonder how you are loving heaven. God's word tells us how perfect it is there...no pain, no sadness, no tears...only joy! So I am thankful you are happy and celebrating your eternal in the arms of Jesus.
Happy Birthday precious,
Loving you always,
Grandmaw

Donnna Graham <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Tuesday, May 5, 2009 7:56 AM CDT

Happy Birthday precious one! How we miss you so much. I think about you everytime I see something purple or a pack of skittles or see a butterfly flying or a bird's feather floating in the wind. We are so blessed to have known you when you were on Earth and so comforted to know that we will meet you again in Heaven one day. Lots of love to your Mommy, Daddy & Michelle and all of your family/friends that love and miss you today and everyday!
Aunt Kristin, Uncle Chris and Cousin Sasha
Houston, tx - Monday, May 4, 2009 2:07 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Caleb! XOXO
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Monday, May 4, 2009 7:34 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Caleb!!! I miss you and think of you often, I will definitely be wearing purple today!
Shelly Patterson <smpatter@texaschildrenshospital.org>
Houston, TX USA - Monday, May 4, 2009 1:55 AM CDT

We have been thinking of you often today Mr Caleb---we sure do miss you.
Cindy and Makenzie <rn4maknme@aol.com>
- Wednesday, April 29, 2009 8:14 PM CDT

Dear Cousin Caleb,
My mommy misses you very much and tells me about you all the time. I wish we could have met. I know you are watching over us with your big smile in Heaven. We love you!
Love, your cousin- Sasha Nicholas (and my mommy and Daddy, too!)
- Wednesday, April 29, 2009 2:57 PM CDT

Caleb, Can't believe it has been two years since you were taken from us. You are in a better place-free from the pain your little body endured. You are in my heart and I think of you everday. One day we will be all be together and when I see you I will say "there is the sweetest boy in the world". Love, Gran
Cindy Saab
The Woodlands, TX USA - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 2:53 PM CDT

Caleb, it's hard to believe that it has been two years since you went to be with Jesus. Our thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family each and every day. You are truly missed.
Vanessa & Family <vli_23@hotmail.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 8:16 AM CDT

Caleb, You continue to be in our thoughts daily. We love you and miss you so much. Prayers and good wished for your family today and everyday!
Amanda <aschwausch@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 7:40 AM CDT

Well precious Caleb... you have been with Jesus for 2 long years. Oh how I miss you. I have just watched the slide show again. I smiled... I cried ... I remembered. I remembered all of the happy memories..fun times and even the hard times. Mostly I remembered how God gave you miracle after miracle so we would all have 5 beautiful years to collect memories before you went to be with Jesus. I think of how many lives were changed and brought closer to our Lord because of you. What a blessing you are to my life...to so many lives. Your picture sits on my desk at work so I can see your smiling face every day. I am praying for your Momma, Dadda and Michelle that today will be a day FILLED with Happy memories of your precious life. May they feel the arms of Jesus surround them and comfort them. And Caleb, give my love to Grandpaw, Granddad and Darryl. One day we will all be together.
I love you even more today,
Grandmaw

Caleb's Grandmaw <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 0:37 AM CDT

Hey Caleb. You've been on my mind lately and I just thought I would write you a little thank you letter. On the one year anniversary of your arrival in heaven, I was blessed with a little baby boy. I know with all of my heart that God sent little Joseph to me on that day to be my rainbow - my promise after the storm that life was looking up. My family's year of hard, sad times was closed and we were now free to be happy again. It was no coincidence that your daddy was visiting your grave when Joseph entered the world. Joseph will always make me think of you and the day you celebrated your one year anniversary at the feet of Jesus. Thank you for all of the memories and thank you for my rainbow and reminder that you are safe in the arms of the Great Healer!!! I love you.
Aunt Janet <janetnajvar@yahoo.com>
Cypress, TX - Monday, January 19, 2009 3:51 PM CST

Caleb,
You have been on my heart so much lately. I bet you are having such a blessed time playing in the streets of gold in heaven. I picture you dancing with your angels. I am so thankful of the memories I have of you. I checked on some of your transplant friends and they are doing so well. I like to think that you have a hand in that...right there with Jesus watching over them. That makes me smile. Keep on watching over them precious ! I love you and miss you so much!

Grandmaw

Caleb's Grandmaw <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Friday, January 9, 2009 2:27 PM CST

Caleb you were very much missed this Christmas. We spent Christmas with your Aunt Kristin, Uncle Chris and your new cousin named Sasha. We would have loved introducing him to you. Not sure what you would have thought of this small little person. We will diffently tell him all about his brave cousin named Caleb James Rasbeary when he gets older.
I love you and miss you terribly.
Your Gran
Cindy Saab
The Woodlands, TX Montgomery - Monday, December 29, 2008 7:36 PM CST

O.K. Caleb,

Nana was really on a role when I started listing all the relatives that were here for Christmas. PawPaw caught my silly mistake when I talked about your daddy and Michelle and called them Uncle Jared and Aunt Michelle. I guess I was really focused on listing all the cousins and aunts and uncles that I forgot to get out of the aunt and uncle mode and get into the daddy and momma Michelle mode. Sorry about that. You know what I was trying to say, but I still want to apologize to your daddy and Michelle for the the brain lapse and typo. I want to take this time to tell your mommy, your Gran, your Grandad Jim and your Aunt Kristin and her family that we are praying that they have had a nice Christmas and that the new year will bring happiness and peace to them. I wish that for all our families. We love you and will think of you often Little Man.

Nana
Paw Paw & Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Sunday, December 28, 2008 8:36 PM CST

Little Man,
Well we had our Christmas celebration with PawPaw's Rasbeary side of the family. When we were through at the Church fellowship hall with the meal and opening some presents, Aunt Janet, Michael, Emily, William, MaryKate, and Joseph, Aunt Amy, Addison, Uncle Brandon, Uncle Paul, Austin, Uncle Jared and Aunt Michelle all came to our house to have our Christmas celebration and open Christmas packages. Matthew and Uncle Stephen were not able to be here because Matthew was sick and had to stay at home. There was a very big void without you here with us. We hung your stocking and your picture ornament is hanging on the tree, but you weren't here ignoring all the rest of us and playing with your toys. I know that the Christmas celebration where you are today and everyday goes on and on and on as you are with Jesus who is the reason for the season. Never a day goes by that I don't think of you and miss you. You were such a blessing to our family and to so many others who, even though they did not meet you personally, came to appreciate life and its joys through you. God hold you ever so tightly every day and give you the hugs we cannot.

Merry Christmas Little Man.

Love you,

PawPaw & Nana
Paw Paw & Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Sunday, December 21, 2008 1:36 PM CST

Precious, precious Caleb. Your Great Granny and I were talking about the family tradition of all the grandkids making Christmas cookies with her each year. Granny said you thought playing with the toys was more fun. I thank God for these memories of you He has given us to hold on to.
Always loving you. Always missing you.
Grandmaw

Donna Graham <donnagraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Thursday, December 4, 2008 11:45 AM CST

Thinking sweet thoughts of you today and missing you so very much.

All my love,
Grandmaw

Caleb's Grandmaw <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Monday, November 10, 2008 10:51 PM CST

Just stopping in to say hello and let you know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope the holiday weekend brought some fun. :-)

Love,
Bonnie

Bonnie (www.caringbridge.org/az/bonniemarie) <bonniebelle@cox.net>
Mesa, Arizona USA - Tuesday, September 2, 2008 8:38 PM CDT

I have an angel like Caleb as well.Her name is Jesha, and I believe that they are now on the same part of Heaven with all other liver angels.
David Destinus <davidcldk@yahoo.com>
Jakarta, Indonesia - Sunday, August 24, 2008 5:46 AM CDT

Korri,

I was surely glad to see that Caleb's website had not been removed. Eventhough we don't visit as often as we did, it still makes us feel close to our little man to be able to come to this site, read the entries, and watch the precious picture show. It brings back so many memories, both wonderfully filled with joy and pain. We will always cherish the place in our hearts for our little man and miss him so very much everyday. We thank God everyday for our time with him and we rejoice for him knowing that he is walking with the angels and is so very healthy and happy.

God bless you little man. Nana & PawPaw miss and love you very much.

We love your mommy, daddy, and mommy Michelle and we pray for each of them everyday because we know how much they miss you too.

Pass through our day from time to time and let us feel that precious breeze from your angel wings as you watch over us.

All our love,

Nana & PawPaw
Paw Paw & Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Tuesday, June 10, 2008 8:29 PM CDT

Happy belated birthday little man. PawPaw and I were supposed to come to Houston yesterday to celebrate your birthday with family, but PawPaw came in from work very sick. We thought about you all day. I wore my purple and PawPaw wore his organ donor shirt. We worked on our house and did some more remodeling after PawPaw started feeling better. Austin and Addison sent you balloons on the day before your birthday and Addison shouted happy birthday Caleb as Thomas the Train and six purple balloons flew not only toward Heaven, but flew toward the south getting there. Heaven should be full of purple balloons and Thomas balloons by now. I know you are sharing your joy with all the other angels in Heaven. We miss you so very much and think about you all the time. God bless my sweet little man. We know when you are nearby because we feel your sweet presence.

Everyone sends their love and kisses. We know that we will see you someday and I wait for my "biggggggg" hug.

Be with God our precious "little man". We love you.

PawPaw & Nana
PawPaw & Nana <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Monday, May 5, 2008 8:34 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Caleb. You truly were an amazing little boy, who taught me so much. I think of you often.

Love always,
Rachel Ausmus <rmausmus@texaschildrens.org>
Houston, TX - Sunday, May 4, 2008 6:18 PM CDT

Happy Birthday to the Sweetest Boy ever! I hope you are celebrating in Heaven with some heavenly "happy birthday cake" as you called it! Maybe you got embarrassed when all the angels sang to you...just as you were for your fourth birthday on earth. We all miss you very much, Sweet Boy! Happy Birthday!
Aunt Kristin
Houston, TX - Sunday, May 4, 2008 6:16 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Caleb. You are always in our thoughts and each day we miss you more. Love you always.
Amand, Eric, Caden, and Rylan <amanda110500@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Sunday, May 4, 2008 9:40 AM CDT

I came to check out the site again. I love seeing the pictures of Caleb. He was just the best. I see things that remind me of him all the time. Almost everyday Tyler and I watch Thomas, and it always brings Caleb right back to me. I miss him. I wore purple and told all of my friends about your sweet little man. Tyler didn't have purple but he wore an organ donation T-shirt to support the cause. Just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you.
Lisa Steiner <mxgurl758@aol.com>
Wayland, ny - Wednesday, April 30, 2008 11:28 PM CDT

To the Sweetest Boy In The World,
I can not believe it has been a year since I said good-bye to you. Your presence is with me always. There are so many reminders of you everyday. From going to the grocery store and walking down the various food isles and seeing cheetos, rice cakes, pudding, waffles,and cheese-all the things you loved. As well as going to other stores and seeing outfits that would have looked so cute on you, toys that you would have loved to have played with and videos you have would wanted.
I was with your dad and mom at your grave site yesterday, it was a perfect day to sit and remember you. Your mom and dad released purple ballons into the sky in rememberance of you. We watched them go into the heavens until we could no longer see them. I went to a Butterfly Release later in the day. Everyone who was there and had lost a loved one, released butterflies in their name. My butterfly did not want to fly away but I encouraged him it was OK to fly. So, a year ago I had to say goodbye to you as you flew away and went up to heaven where I know you are free of hurt and pain. My only comfort is knowing I will one day get to see you again and you will say "Hi Gran".
Cindy Saab-Caleb's Gran <cs0504_2002@Yahoo.com>
The Woodlands, Tx Montgomery - Wednesday, April 30, 2008 1:13 PM CDT

Thinking of you today and always.
Love,
Kara, Grant, Logan and Avery <kmarsh555@hotmail.com>
Lewis Center, OH - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 10:07 PM CDT

We have been thinking of all of you today and missing sweet Caleb---we feel so honored to have gotten to know him and all of you through these years. We sent Caleb a balloon today---we miss all of you and think of you very often.
Cindy and Makenzie <rn4maknme@aol.com>
- Tuesday, April 29, 2008 7:21 PM CDT

Hi Sweet Boy-
I am missing you today (and everyday). I can't believe that it's been a year since you were called Home. I hope you are running and laughing and having fun with the other angels. The world is not the same without you. I feel your presence from time to time...sometimes it's a butterfly that flickers by, sometimes it's a certain purple flower that pops up from time to time in the grass in front of my house, sometimes it's a bird that glides by me almost touching my shoulder, sometimes it's a song by Brad Paisley or seeing that Cars or Nemo is on TV, sometimes it's a train that's passing by, sometimes it's seeing you in my dreams where you are always healthy and always talking and hugging me... I always feel comforted after I get these little signs that you are there and telling us that you are ok. A year ago we lost our little Caleb, but we know we will meet again in Heaven one day. You are loved and always with us in our hearts.
Aunt Kristin, Uncle Chris and Cheeks
Houston, TX - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 7:21 PM CDT

Hi Caleb,
I'm always thinking about you...I'm happy to know that you get to run around in heaven and play. Hunter, Jackson and I sent you a purple balloon today. We want you to know that you have touched our hearts, and it was an honor to have gotten to meet you. One day we will all be together again and rejoicing in heaven together.
Natalie, Hunter and Jackson Hippenstiel
The Woodlands, TX USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 1:19 PM CDT

Caleb,
It's so hard to think of this day as a good day but in actuality it is the day your pain went away and you were lucky enough to go home to heaven. I miss seeing your cute little face and think about you all the time. Can't wait to see you again one day!

XOXOXOXOXOXO
Jessica
Jessica Funes <jessicafunes2000@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, April 29, 2008 10:11 AM CDT

Korri, Jared, Michelle, Cindy, Donna, and all of our family

It is difficult to go back 1 year ago and think about where we were and what was happening in our lives. But, we have to know that on that day our precious Caleb was released from his earthly body, that, even though it was precious to us, was ill and painful to him. He made his trip to Heaven to be with Jesus on that day. We grieved for our loss, but we also praised God for accepting him into Heaven. He is a happy, healthy, and beautiful sign of God's grace and love sitting at the feet of Jesus and watching over us all right now.

Sweet precious Caleb, we miss you everyday, but we know that you are in a much better place today. We thank God for the "loan" of this special child. He made us better people, and I know he touched the lives and made a difference to so many people. He made us realize that we should love unconditionally and always be thankful for the blessings and the people God has put into our lives and that for everything that happens, God has a purpose. We may not always "get it" when things happen, but if we will be patient, we will understand. Because of this precious "little man", I personally pray more, tolerate more, and forgive more than I did in the past.

Korri, Jared, and Michelle, Dad and I are praying for you today. We know that this will be a very difficult day, but please try to remember, our Caleb is healthy, whole, and happy sitting at the right hand of God. We love you all and will keep you in our hearts through this week.

God's blessing on our family is our prayer.

Dad & Mom
PawPaw & Nana <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, TX USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 8:50 AM CDT

I too am inspired by your story and Caleb's life, you are wonderful parents!
Carrie Lewis <carrielewi@gmail.com>
Columbus, OH - Friday, April 25, 2008 4:27 AM CDT

I still check. I am truly inspired by his short but courageous life.
C. Reis <cathreis@att.net>
The Woodland, TX - Thursday, April 24, 2008 9:23 PM CDT

Hey Korri. I check on Caleb all of the time and I will be weaing purple for him on those days. He was such a sweet boy. I remember when he first got those flash cards and all of the alphabet pictures you drew for him on the white board in his hospital room. You are such a good Mom to him. Even now, you never stop loving and caring about him even though it must hurt you to do so. You are awesome. I miss you. It is not the same being in the hospital without you. I hope life is relatively well and school is going good. Keep in touch.
Lisa Steiner <mxgurl758@aol.com>
Wayland, NY - Thursday, April 24, 2008 8:13 AM CDT

Hi Korri,
We check the page a lot too.Thank you for continuing the updates. Its always nice to see his beautiful smiling face. We think of you often and wish you the very best. May God give you all the strength to continue to carry on with life and all the time knowing little Caleb is smiling down on you.
Shaun & Breann Vest
- Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:56 PM CDT

Hi Korri,
Just wanted to let you know we still check the page all the time. Sometimes we come just to look at the slide show of all the great pictures. Thinking of you.
The Marshall's <kmarsh555@hotmail.com>
OH - Wednesday, April 23, 2008 3:56 PM CDT

Hey Korri,

Sitting here at work on a gloomy day. Needed a lift of spirits so went to Caleb's website to see his little face. He has been on my mind a lot lately. We were in Houston last week and everytime we passed him on the freeway, PawPaw & I both told him good morning! I know he was close by in spirit. I hope things are going well for you. I know holidays are extremely hard, but we still have to thank God for the blessings that Caleb brought into all our lives. I hope you are doing well and school is going good for you. Give us a call sometime.

God Bless,

Ronny & Jackie
Ronny & Jackie Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx USA - Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:06 AM CDT

Happy Easter Sweet Boy! I miss you and think about you everyday!
Aunt Kristin
Houston, TX - Sunday, March 23, 2008 9:38 PM CDT

Hey Korri, I just wanted to see that beautiful smile of Caleb's. I love all the wonderful pictures you have on here of him. We love and miss you and pray you are doing good.
WE MISS YOU CALEB AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR SMILE!
Christie and Destiny <cruelladelight@yahoo.com>
Greenville, Tx. USA - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 0:36 AM CDT

Hello Caleb. We miss you and can not help but think of you daily. It is like transplant is a huge part of our lives and I will always associate transplant with Thomas and your smiling face. Thank you for watching over Tyler. I know you do. Out of nowhere he started asking for Thomas today and I thought it might be your doing. We love you and will never forget you.
Lisa Steiner <mxgurl758@aol.com>
Omaha, NE - Monday, March 3, 2008 4:50 PM CST

We are always thinking and praying for you.Hugs, Myra and Kenneth
Myra Cantrell <MCant99937@aol.com>
Anderson, SC - Wednesday, February 20, 2008 10:17 PM CST

Happy Valentine's Day to our Sweet Angel! We miss you everyday! Kisses, Eskimo Kisses and Butterfly Kisses to you! I love you!
Aunt Kristin
Missing Caleb In, TX - Thursday, February 14, 2008 10:06 PM CST

Thinking about you and praying for you.

Love,
Bonnie
Bonnie (www.caringbridge.org/az/bonniemarie) <bonniebelle@cox.net>
Mesa, Arizona USA - Thursday, February 14, 2008 5:21 PM CST

Korri,

It's hard to believe that the 5th. year anniversary has passed since Caleb's transplant. It seems like only a short time ago that PawPaw was climbing on the plane to go to Pittsburgh to be there for the surgery. He had such a great experience on that plane that day. Groups of people overheard him talking about Caleb and why he was on his way to Pitt. Those people got up, moved to the back of the plane, had prayer for Caleb and the family and came back to PawPaw and told him what they had done. There was a couple behind him named Lee and Marie Houston. They overheard PawPaw asking about rental cars and taxi's at the airport at the late hour he would be getting in. They told him that if he would trust them, they would give him a ride to the hospital because the weather was so bad and the drive would be hard for him. Marie had been a nurse at the hospital and she told him that she could make sure he would be able to get into the hospital without any problems. Those two people have remained close to us since that time. They were always concerned about not only Caleb, but all of us. God answered so many prayers in February of 2003,on that plane trip, and blessed our lives with so many precious memories.

I can't imagine what you, Jared, & Michelle are going through as parents, but I know how hard it was as a grandparent to let our little one go to be with Jesus. We can only be happy for him because he is so happy himself walking with Jesus and hearing the voice of God explain everything to him in person.

Hear his voice, remember his little antics and silly things he did, vision his smile, and thank God for the time we had with him.

We think about you a lot. Take care and know that we will always be here for you.

Ronny & Jackie
PawPaw & Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, TX USA - Wednesday, February 6, 2008 1:43 PM CST

Hi Korri & Caleb,

Sitting here at work, needing to do some work, but Caleb and you were both on my mind. I wanted to let you know that Ronny & I were in Houston for Stephen's dad's visitation night and we stopped at the cemetary on the way in. The headstone is wonderful. Caleb would be so proud to know that Thomas is right there with him. The picture of Caleb on the Santa ornament was so cute. We laughed at the expression on his face. We think about him all the time. Of course, I have his picture on my computer as my screen background. I still have people ask about how you are doing. They send their prayers for you, Jared & Michelle and all family members on all sides. He has been such an inspiration for our elderly folks. They said that if Caleb could go through all his illnesses and still be happy, then they surely shouldn't complain. Made them feel better just asking about him.

We so greatly miss that little guy, but we wouldn't have him come back and go through all his pain and illnesses just to make us feel better. We will just look to Heaven, thank God we had him for the time He allowed us to have him, and say our prayers.

We hope all is well with school. We hear only good things. Please give your family our very best and always remember we think about you and love you very much. Have a wonderful day.

Ronny & Jackie
Ronny & Jackie Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Tx - Wednesday, January 23, 2008 11:32 AM CST

Hey Caleb! I've been thinking about you alot recently.. and even more so today for some reason. I just wanted to drop in and say hi and I love you! Even though I am so happy you are pain-free and playing up in heaven, I still miss you so much. I sure do wish that Jade could have played and laughed with her big cousin Caleb! I love you!!

And Korri, great job on finishing on your 1st semester! Praying for you as you're about to start your 2nd semester!
(Aunt) Carla <carlagham@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 11:13 AM CST

Hey, Korri just wanted to let you know that we pray for you and your family all the time. My daughter Teresa wrote a letter to Caleb and put a picture of him on the letter. It is in our sight everyday, we see and think of him every day of our lives. Jared and Michelle you guys know how much you mean to us.
Robby and Lauren <Laurenluvsurhair@yahoo.com>
Humble , Tx - Sunday, January 6, 2008 12:08 AM CST

Merry Christmas sweet boy.
I think of you every day, but today especially, you were heavy on my heart. I watched the joy and excitement in the eyes of all your cousins as they squeeled opening their presents, and I could not help but think about what you were doing in heaven this day. I pictured you worshipping and loving Jesus right along side of your Grandpaw and Granddad, and Uncle Darryl, too. While we celebrated the birth of our Saviour, there you are right in His very presence...pain and worry free. Still, you are missed. Your granny and I talked a lot about you tonight and about your angel, Abigail. We still remember your laughter when you would see her and we did not. I thank God for memories like that. She and I went to your graveside last week and I helped her walk to see your new stone. It is absolutely perfect. I especially love the donor ribbon on it with your transplant date. Lord, help us to never forget the gift of life from your donor family. Without that gift, given by them, through God, we would not have all of these memories to cherish and hang on to. It is my prayer that more will choose to give that gift when their time on earth is over.
Korri, I am so proud of you moving forward, but never forgetting. It is a choice you must make daily and the choice your son would ask you to make. We are all so very proud of your progress with your education. I know it is hard, but you are a strong woman and can do it! Merry Christmas to you, Gran, Kristin and the rest of your dear family.

God bless you,
Grandmaw

Caleb's Grandmaw <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Tuesday, December 25, 2007 9:36 PM CST

MERRY CHRISTMAS KORRI. WE THINK OF YOU ALL THE TIME AND OUR PRECIOUS ANGEL CALEB. GOD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH YOU ALWAYS. WE LOVE YOU.
Christie and Destiny <cruelladelight@yahoo.com>
Greenville, Tx. USA - Tuesday, December 25, 2007 9:20 PM CST

HEY KORRI. I'M GLAD THIS PAGE IS STILL ACTIVE. I THINK ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME. IT WAS GOOD TO READ THAT YOU ARE COMFORTED BY THE SIGNS CALEB IS SENDING TO YOU. YOU WERE SUCH A LOVING CARING MOM TO HIM, I HAVE NO DOUBT HE IS WITH YOU ALL THE TIME.

XO
MISTY BALE CULLINS <MISTYBALE@HOTMAIL.COM>
TOMBALL, TX USA - Monday, December 17, 2007 6:32 PM CST

Hi Korri,
Well, this has been a really blessed and sad week-end. Blessed because we had our Christmas with Stephen & Janet & Family, Jared & Michelle, Brandon, Amy & Addison, Paul & Austin, but sad because we missed our Caleb. We made ornaments with all the grandkids pictures and hung all our stockings, and Caleb was there with all the rest. I know that he is sitting next to Jesus and that he had fun watching us share our Christmas together. We truly felt his presence. I was thrilled to hear that his headstone came in in time for Christmas. He would like that. I can only imagine how difficult this Christmas will be for you and Jared and Michelle as well as your mom and your family. Just know that you are all in our prayers everyday. We can take comfort that Caleb is in the presence of the Master at the most wonderful time of the year. On a lighter note, we are so very proud of you working so hard to complete your education. We hear that you are doing great. We knew that you could do it. God has a plan for you and He surely prepared you for the career that you have chosen by giving you the time and experiences that you had with Caleb. It will give you the compassion to help other families in their time of need.

Ronny & I wish you only the very best in whatever you choose to do in the future. Merry Christmas to you and your family and Merry Christmas to you, our sweet Caleb.

We love you,

Ronny & Jackie
Paw Paw & Nana Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, TX USA - Sunday, December 16, 2007 8:14 PM CST

Precious Caleb,
I am so thankful your Mommy keeps your website active. Sometimes I just need to come spend time with you here. Watching your video, I smile and I laugh remembering all the cute things you did and I cry from missing you so very much.
Now you not only have Grandpaw watching over you, but you have Great Granddad with you, too. Those two always did love to watch you play. I miss you all so much it hurts but thanks be to God for Jesus, I will join you all in eternity in God's time.
I love you with all my heart and soul, Caleb.
Grandmaw

Caleb'sGrandmaw <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:50 PM CST

Dear Korri - My thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
Cathleen Reis <Cathreis@att.net>
The Woodlands, TX - Saturday, November 17, 2007 8:30 PM CST

Its hard for me not to think of what Caleb would have wanted to go as for Halloween this year. I remember the first time he was able to go trick-or-treating. He came to Grandmaw's as cat in the hat with that tall red and white striped hat.

It hurts to think that Jade has one less cousin.. how I wish she and Caleb could have played together and run with all of their other cousins!

Thinking of you Korri.. and hoping your studies are going well!
(Aunt) Carla <carlagham@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 4:22 PM CDT

Thinking of you, as I do quite often and wanted you to know. Ya'll are still in my prayers asking for God's blessings to pour down like rain over you all. Nicholas and Jacqueline still ask about Caleb from time to time. They have the neatest ideas of what Caleb must be doing or what he gets to do up there! Just wanted to check in for updates and send my love!

Love,
Stephani, Jeff, Nicholas & Jacqueline
Stephani Meineke <meineksm@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX USA - Monday, October 29, 2007 10:04 PM CDT

Hey Korri,
Checked the website today, as I do so often, and just wanted to let you know that we haven't forgotten about you and what is going on in your life. I hope that your job and your school are going well for you. We are so very proud that you are going to nursing school, or will at least be going to nursing school when you have completed all your prerequisite courses. I know that it isn't easy for you, but I also know that you can do this. You are needed in the nursing field because you have the knowledge of what it takes to make the really hard decisions. You and Jared and Michelle are so blessed to have had the experience and the heartache of raising our precious baby boy and you all blessed his life daily. He could not have asked to have been born to better parents (all three of you). Please keep us updated on your school and how you are doing. We love you and wish you only the best.

Ronny & Jackie
Ronny & Jackie Rasbeary <rasbeary@sbcglobal.net>
Teague, Texas USA - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 8:18 AM CDT

Korri, I think of you all of the time. And especially of Caleb. I wonder how you are and what you're up to in life. I'm very glad and grateful that you still post on his website. I admire you and wish all of the best for you. Keep it up with school. You'd be a great nurse and a lot of the info. should be review for you since you were a nurse for Caleb over so many years. You did great at keeping him infection free and as healthy as his physical limitations allowed. It would be great for a parent to have someone like you to talk to while they were in the hospital, or at home. Please know and remember that you and Caleb will always be in our family's prayers and Tyler will grow up knowing about his first friend :)
Lisa Steiner <lms18@geneseo.edu>
Wayland, NY - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 1:01 PM CDT

Caleb,
I have been thinking about you alot lately, you are greatly missed. I am sure you are having a ball in heaven watching over all of us here.
Shelly Patterson <smpatter@texaschildrenshospital.org>
Houston, TX USA - Saturday, October 13, 2007 7:34 PM CDT

Korri and Jared,

Caleb's website looks wonderful. You have done a great job with the slide show. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless. Love,
Roxanne, Bill & Olivia <rocknolivia@yahoo.com>
Grand Island, NY - Monday, October 1, 2007 3:23 PM CDT

My prayers are with your family and know that God is with you and will help you through this hard time.
Tara Yeager
Tea, Texas USA - Thursday, September 27, 2007 10:50 AM CDT

Hello! I had to tell you a quick story, but little things like this are common around our house. Cullen was with me the other day while I was getting a pedicure and I told him he could pick the color but it couldn't be blue, orange or green. He brought me purple. He said it was his cousin's favorite color and I should wear it. Truthfully, I don't think there is a day that goes by that Cullen doesn't talk about him. And it's just not with me, he loves talking about Caleb to anyone that he meets. He loved/loves Caleb so much and misses him just as much. We all do. Hugs to you!
Aunt Carrie (& Cullen)
Spring, Tx USA - Sunday, September 23, 2007 8:24 PM CDT

Dear Korri, I think of you so often. I am so glad you are working and going back to school and you are right Caleb will be watching over you and help you get through each day. Miss you and I continue to keep you in my prayers. Love Myra
Myra Cantrell <MCant99937@aol.com>
Anderson, SC US - Sunday, September 23, 2007 1:34 PM CDT

I was just stopping by to let you know I was thinking of you tonight. I was playing a game with Makenzie to tell me the states like I have done for years--I say "where does Logan live?" and she says Ohio, and so forth and so on---we have always said Calebs name during this game and usually she just answers Texas--but tonight she said--"Calebs state is heaven--he is there with alot of our friends"---amazing what little minds can know---we miss your little man---I hope you are all doing okay---we miss you.
Cindy and Makenzie <rn4maknme@aol.com>
- Wednesday, September 12, 2007 8:19 PM CDT

I think of you so often and hope you are doing alright. Love, Myra
Myra Cantrell <MCant99937@aol.com>
Anderson, SC US - Sunday, September 9, 2007 3:07 PM CDT

Oh the memories of the love and joy of Caleb. How I miss him. My heart aches for him but I have peace knowing Caleb is in the presence of our almighty God. I think of you and your Momma and Aunt Kristin often. May we all welcome the peace of God to comfort us.
Love,
Donna
Caleb's Grandmaw <DonnaGraham1@yahoo.com>
Spring, Tx USA - Wednesday, September 5, 2007 11:52 PM CDT

Love ya girl! Feel our hugs for you.
Christie and Destiny <cruelladelight@yahoo.com>
Greenville, Texas USA - Thursday, August 23, 2007 11:26 AM CDT

Sorry to hear about your little boy. I just came across his page today. It is always sad when you hear about a child passing away. I have said a prayer for your family. I pray that Jesus may touch your lives now and always. Take care and God bless
Tara <angelbird87@yahoo.com>
Bancroft, Ontario Canada - Saturday, August 18, 2007 10:17 PM CDT

Your family is in our prayers!

Roseann Franks & Taylor Mangun <thatshott1011@hotmail.com>
Hungerford, TX U.S.A - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 4:09 PM CDT

I am sorry to hear of Baby Caleb's passing.
It was so shocking when I was told he made his way to heaven. I always think of him when my journey seems a little rough. Your journey with him always reminds me that I am so thankful for what God has blessed me with and that I will always be thankful for the great life that I have been given.
I wanted you both to know that he will always be remembered by so many that never met him.
God Bless you all and Best Regards.

Kirk & Kennedi Wakefield
- Wednesday, August 8, 2007 10:30 AM CDT

Hey Korri.. Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and holding our memories of Caleb so close in thought and in heart! We love ya'll so much.
Christie and Destiny <cruelladelight@yahoo.com>
Greenville, Tx USA - Friday, July 27, 2007 9:23 PM CDT

Korri,

I am blessed to have known Caleb. Both of you taught me so much about what a patient needs from "us". I am a better child life specialist...especially more knowledgable because of Caleb. All of you were part of our 12th floor family. I find comfort in knowing that Caleb is playing in Heaven free from pumps, IV poles and tubes.

I miss my Caleb Rasbeary!
Shay <kspool@texaschildrenshospital.org>
Houston, TX 77030 - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 8:48 PM CDT

I remember the day I met Caleb in the level II nursery. I know that I am a better doctor having known/taking care of Caleb. May his memory be a blessing...
Dr. Steph (Texas Children's Hospital)
Houston, TX - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 3:46 PM CDT

My heart aches for you. I can relate to your story. My precious Godson Carter and your beautiful Caleb were both waiting for a liver at the same time. Carter got his liver but flew to Jesus in February 2007. Your little man is just so cute. www.caringbridge.org/visit/angelcarter
Hugs ~ Carter's GodMom ~ Brandi
Albert Lea, MN USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 2:17 PM CDT

Hey Korri- I just stopped by Caleb's website and I love all the changes and pictures- they make me smile! The video of Caleb counting is adorable, what a happy little boy!

God Bless!
Erin Toups <babyblue6581@yahoo.com>
The Woodlands, TX USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 9:28 AM CDT

Hi, Korri! I love Caleb's background picture and the slideshow is beautiful! Thank you for taking the time to share pictures and memories with us! I think of Jared and you often ~ hoping your days are being filled with happiness! I wish you the best of time in LA!
Tammy Mitchell <tammyagent@earthlink.net>
Spring, TX USA - Monday, July 23, 2007 1:49 PM CDT

I went to the Music of Led Zeppelin: A Rock Symphony tonight. Before they played the song �All of My Love� they told us that it was written by Robert Plant in tribute to his son, Karac, who passed away when he was five. Of course I thought of Caleb as it played and smiled with tears through the entire song. I will always think of Caleb when I hear that beautiful song.

We miss you Sweet Boy and think about you everyday!

"All of my love, all of my love, all of my love to you, child..."

Aunt Kristin
Houston, TX - Friday, July 20, 2007 11:57 PM CDT

Thinking of you and praying God will help you towards the next direction needed in your life. I am sure you will make the right decisions for your future. Love Myra
Myra Cantrell <MCant99937@aol.com>
Anderson, SC US - Monday, July 16, 2007 10:34 AM CDT

Hey Korri. Just stopping by to see your little mans pics. He is always in our thoughts and you too. I hope you have fun in LA and have luck with finding the direction to go. I know God will guide you and Caleb will watch over you. We love ya.
Christie and Destiny <cruelladelight@yahoo.com>
Greenville, Tx USA - Friday, July 13, 2007 0:30 AM CDT

Hi Korri we are just stopping in to check on you....we think about you & Caleb often & remember his sweet smile! I love the new background..thats such a cute picture! I am in the nursing program back home & I hope you get accepted too! Good luck with everything! Our prayers continue for you & your family!
www.caringbridge.org/visit/alyssarinehart
Stephanie Nolan Alyssa Rinehart <donatelife729@yahoo.com>
mullens, WV U.S. - Thursday, July 12, 2007 10:15 AM CDT

Korri. I just had some time to read about calebs story. I dont have kids, but have been crying for the last hour. Your little angel was so beautiful. You are right, he is free now, and can do all the things he was unable to do in his short life. You are such a strong woman, he was lucky to have such an amazing mom.
margo alexy <margokorin@hotmail.com>
houston, tx us - Tuesday, July 10, 2007 9:50 AM CDT

Korri,
I love the new background, that is such a good picture of him. I am glad that you are planning to go to nursing school, I know you will be a wonderful nurse.
Shelly Patterson <smpatter@texaschildrenshospital.org>
Houston, TX USA - Sunday, July 8, 2007 8:18 PM CDT

Your story touched me deeply. Your son is so beautiful, what a smile! We just lost our 4-month old son, William from surgical complications on June 18, 2007. Not at all what we were prepared for. He was born with gastroschisis also. We only endured 4 months and yet it seems so much longer. We're still trying to figure out what to do with ourselves now. My heart and soul go out to your family. There are no words but we will keep you all in our prayers!

Much love and peace!
Bridget & Ron (parents to sweet angel William - gastro baby born 2/23/07)
Bridget <luckyirish71@yahoo.com>
Fort Lauderdale, FL USA - Sunday, July 8, 2007 4:17 PM CDT

Hi guys. We took the kids to watch the fireworks at the mall last night and it reminded me of the time we all watched the fireworks together. Caleb was feeling pretty good that day and he was climbing all over Jared and he and Michael actually played together for a while. That was two years ago when the boys were 3. Such happy memories!! Korri, if you have any pictures of that day, could you please email them to me? We miss you Caleb, we think about you everyday!!! Love you all bunches!
Aunt Janet <janetnajvar@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX - Thursday, July 5, 2007 7:32 AM CDT

Hey Korri and Jared,
I just love the new page, he was such a happy little guy, I still think of you two and Caleb constantly and pray that you will make it through this time in your life.
Brandi <brandi.schneider@sbcglobal.net>
Spring, TX - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 1:21 PM CDT

Hey Korri and Jared. I just wanted to stop by and admire these gorgeous pictures again. We think of you all the time and pray you are finding comfort in your lives. God bless you both. We are here for you.
Christie and Destiny <ctaylor74@peoplepc.com>
Greenville, Texas USA - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 0:25 AM CDT

Hi, I am so sorry to hear about your little angel, I am a mother of a 5 year old boy who was born at 31 weeks with Intestinal phseudo obstruction, he had 4 surgeries and does quite well now.
My prayers go out to you and your family
Sabine Orlando
Sabine Orlando <sabine@netrus.net>
Pensacola, Fl 32504 - Monday, June 25, 2007 7:01 AM CDT

Just checking in your guys---we think of you all of the time.
Cindy and Makenzie <rn4maknme@aol.com>
- Saturday, June 23, 2007 8:34 AM CDT

Hello Caleb's parents

I took care of Caleb once when he was in an isolette in the premature nursery. I've seen him grown since he left TCH for the first time. He's an adorable child and I'm so sorry for your loss. He is in heaven playing with God and Jesus and free of pain. TCH staff will miss him dearly.
Cindy Thongdara <txthongd@texaschildrenshospital.org>
Houston, TX - Sunday, June 17, 2007 2:54 PM CDT

Korri,

You & your husband are such an inspiration & an image of strength. Caleb was a true beauty...with that curly hair & big cheeks:) He is truly a new light shining in heaven...

God bless
Shawna Klumb <sklumb@houston.rr.com>
Spring, TX 77386 - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 9:38 PM CDT

Hi, Korri! Thanks for the sharing the pictures and for providing an update! I think of you often. Praying God is giving you the strength and comfort needed to begin a new journey. You are a beautiful, sweet woman with so much to offer the world! I pray God will lead you down the path of many blessings!
With love, Tammy Mitchell <tammyagent@earthlink.net>
Spring, TX USA - Sunday, June 10, 2007 6:00 PM CDT

Thank you for your story and strength
Harry Thompson <norhousemktg@aol.com>
Gresham, Ore. USA - Sunday, June 10, 2007 6:19 AM CDT

Watching that video put the biggest smile on my face. Thank you Caleb! And Kor, hearing about your dream and reading your poem is so touching. And I am so happy that you now know that he is okay. I know we talked about dreams not too long ago. And I really do believe that is how our loved ones communicate with us. Thank you for sharing caleb with all of us through this page. You all are always in my prayers.
Kimmy <kbbebe@hotmail.com>
houston, tx u.s. - Sunday, June 3, 2007 3:56 PM CDT

I was watching Cullen the other day. He and Michael had the sweetest little conversation. They were sitting on the couch watching tv together. Michael asked Cullen if he missed Grandpaw and Cullen replied that he did and Grandpaw was his best friend. Michael agreed that he missed Grandpaw too. Then they just sat there for a few minutes not talking just watching tv. The next words out of one of them, not sure which one, was "I miss my cousin Caleb, too." The other one replied, "So do I." It was just so sweet to see them sharing that. Everyday in my house, at least one of the kids bring up Caleb. We are so grateful for his sake that he is no longer in pain and is in a much better place. We all miss him so much though. I think about how y'all must feel, what you must go through each day and my heart aches for the three of you. I was so happy to read that you feel peace now Korri. I pray that you continue to feel that. Jared and Michelle, I love you both.
Janet Marie <janetnajvar@yahoo.com>
Spring, TX - Saturday, June 2, 2007 2:41 PM CDT

Hi Korri... I am just in tears, the video, pictures, and the song are so moving. I think about you all the time and just wish I could give you a big hug. You was and always will be such an awesome mom. The pictures of you and Caleb together show a love no one can measure. God bless you, guide and strengthen you. We love you and continue to hold you and Caleb in our hearts forever.
Christie and Destiny <ctaylor74@peoplepc.com>
Greenville, Texas USA - Friday, June 1, 2007 10:56 PM CDT

I Hope You GEt Well Soon
Michelle Holsworth <Bluebear_41@hotmail.com>
Brown City, MI North America - Friday, June 1, 2007 9:19 PM CDT

Hi Korri, just wanted to let you know we continue to pray for your strength and happiness each day and to let you know we think of Caleb often. The video and pictures are beautiful.
shelle and hannah <shdmiller@yahoo.com>
- Friday, June 1, 2007 9:07 PM CDT

Dear Korri, What a beautiful video and all the pictures are wonderful. Thanks for sharing them with us and thanks for the update and telling us about your dream and your feelings. I continue each day to pray for you that God will give you guidance that you need. God Bless You!!! Love Myra
Myra Cantrell <MCant99937@aol.com.>
Anderson, SC USA - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 9:26 PM CDT

Hi Korri, I love the updates on the website. I think you are right, your dream was a message straight from Caleb! It touched my heart to hear you tell me and to know it made you feel so good.
Vanessa Ille <vli_23@hotmail.com>
Spring, TX USA - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 3:23 PM CDT

Korri,
I have had you on my mind alot and just wanted you to know that you will always be in my prayers. I found out about Caleb the day Brandon lost his bowel so I wasn't able to tell him until a few days later. While in the picu a little boy whose name was also Caleb was in the bedside next to Brandon and he kept asking if it was your Caleb and if not how was he and to find out? I think he must have known somehow that Caleb went home and when I finally told him his heart was broken. He loved Caleb very much and I wanted to thank you for sharing Caleb with us esp. with Brandon. The concern he shared for Caleb and you without you even knowing is unmeasurable. He has been here to Caleb's page but couldn't find the words to say to you but I just wanted again to tell you that Caleb will always be in our hearts ...
Brande & Brandon Brewer <giftsfromheavenfounder@comcast.net ~ www.giftsfromheaven.info>
- Tuesday, May 29, 2007 1:19 PM CDT

Hey Korri. I've been so worried about you and praying for you. I'm glad you shared that dream and posted the poem. They were both beautiful and so honest. I am printing the poem to keep for Tyler. I still have the $1 pin wheel Caleb gave to Ty. He still played with it, but I have put it up to keep a little piece of Caleb's happy memory always in our home. I hope all the best for you and if you're up to it, would like to remain friends. I truly wish you all the best! Thanks for all of the support you've always given me.
Lisa Steiner <mxgurl758@aol.com>
Wayland, NY - Monday, May 28, 2007 6:54 PM CDT

Hi Korri and family,just dropped by to see how things are going with you.We are praying for you and holding you close to our heart.I'm sure angel Caleb is watching down upon you.He suffers know more.Your site you made for him in his honor is really wonderful.Thanks for sharing such great pics.I know he his having the best time ever,now that he is with God in his kingdom.Some day you will be reunited with him,til then just stay strong and keep your faith and God will take care of the rest.I will check by later.Take Care and God Bless You.
Prayers Coming
Kristen and Joyce
Kristen Thompson
caringbridge.org
Kristen Thompson <the-one-and-only-me1@yahoo.com>
Ashville, Pa USA - Saturday, May 26, 2007 11:25 PM CDT

Hi Korri I was just thinking about you today & thought I would check in to see how you are doing. We have you in our prayers & if you ever need anything please let us know!
www.caringbridge.com/visit/alyssarinehart
Stephanie Nolan Alyssa Rinehart <donatelife729@yahoo.com>
mullens, WV U.S. - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 8:37 PM CDT

What an inspiration to all people!
Lindsey Dexter (TCH PICU RN ) <Lindseydexter@hotmail.com>
Houston, Tx USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 6:35 PM CDT

Hi - I'm a friend of Grant/ Logan's father here in Columbus, Ohio. First let me say I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have prayed for Caleb and your family every night for years. I read the web-site and loved seeing all the pictures. I like to read about all of Logan's friends. I also wanted to let you know - this year I have become a donor because of all of your stories. I will keep you all in my prayers every night. But know your little guy is kicking it with God and he has no pain now.. God bless you and your family.
Tammy Dietz <tammy.m.dietz@jpmchase.com>
Lewis Center, oh - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 2:19 PM CDT

your story is warming in so many ways. it let's every one know that there is hope and faith in this world yet. though your journey was tough may your hands hold tighter than ever to each other; for memories such as these are treasures within our souls.
betty overall
mabank, tx usa - Sunday, May 20, 2007 10:20 AM CDT

Thank you for sharing your very special life with all of us in the Texas Childrens nurseries.
Cindy Newman
Houston, TX USA - Thursday, May 17, 2007 4:13 PM CDT

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