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I've thought a lot of Sarah as of late--a day doesn't go by where I don't think of her.

And today reading your post--and I too, loved that saying of babies don't keep--and I laid on the sofa for 4.5 hours while my "baby" used me as her pillow--much needed.

Thank you, Sarah...and to Miss Jo for reminding me again--life is too fast--time to slow it down a bit.
Sh
- Tuesday, December 6, 2005 8:03 PM CST

Happy Thanksgiving to you, Chris and the girls. I have been thinking a lot of your family and how Sarah and you have influenced how I raise my family. Sarah helped me deliver Madison Isabella in April of 2002. It was on Madison's 1st birthday that I learned of your family's struggle---several months after it began. I can't tell you how many times I refer back to Sarah's philosophy of "babies don't keep" so--who cares about how clean the house is---which is a challenge for me, but Sarah comes to mind and helps me keep my focus on the kids! My next door neighbor Karen is coming to the end of her struggle with cancer and we are currently taking care of her five and three year old this evening-over night as the family prays. I am sorry if this news hits you at a week moment in your life journey, but seeing this family through their struggle keeps you and your family present in my mind constantly. I re-read your journals and am so filled with hope in God and his 'greater plan' for all of us. Your faith in God has been inspirational and uplifting--and I lift you and the girls up in my prayers. I wanted you to know that you and the girls are an inspiration to me and a true testament to what God can do through the lives of those who believe in Him. I have to admit, I am still asking the "why" questions, but know that as long as I keep the dialogue with God going, it will all be revealed in His time. Karen's husband Rick has asked that we pray for 'understanding',but I struggle because I keep getting the "it's not for you to understand now" answer. Needless to say, I want to end on an upnote and reiterate that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and your strength and faith in God is an inspiration to me. Thank you!
Love, Stephanie Trenaman
Stephanie Trenaman <stephanie2masons@insightbb.com>
Louisville, ky usa - Thursday, November 24, 2005 9:12 PM CST

Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful today for your regular posts and the inspirational life that you live and share with us! As you spoke in this latest one about gathering strength from the trials and low times -- I agree wholeheartedly! My personal lowest time in life was when I went through a heartbreaking divorce 21 yrs ago. Even after all this time, I still gather strength from that time in my life. I typically will think -- "if I made it through that, I can make it through this!". Pretty amazing that one event so long ago still carries me over the waves today. Thank you, God.
Kathy Markham <Busykymom@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, November 24, 2005 9:06 PM CST

Chris,
I hadn't looked at the photos for a while. It was both startling and yet somehow comforting to see Sarah staring back at me. It's been so long since I saw her last.
Thanks,
Kent <kenta@ameritech.net>
Indy, IN USA - Tuesday, November 15, 2005 7:05 PM CST

Chris, we continue to think of you and your beautiful girls. Time does heal and too, helps to soften the sting on death. We know that you can and will soon find a renewed spirt for your everyday living and future. It is our hope that you will come and visit us when you can, you are always welcome.

Rex and Linda Hughes
Rex Hughes <rhughes1@swfla.rr.com>
Naples, Fla USA - Sunday, October 30, 2005 8:20 PM CST

Chris, I just read your last update, and I think it was beautiful! I so wish Sarah and I could have spent more time together. I am thankful though for the short time, because it allowed me and my family the chance to get to know yours. We should be moving soon, and once we are settled, I would love to have the girls come over for a playdate. Take care and your doing just a terrific job! Kristie and David.
Kristie Lutz
Louisville, ky usa - Monday, October 17, 2005 5:53 PM CDT

What a beautiful entry. Thank you for sharing Sarah's words!!!
Rachel <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, October 11, 2005 10:37 AM CDT

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS!!! My mom's birthday is Oct. 2 so now I will add yours to my calendar the day before.

I am at the lake cabin tonight with my "baby" son, Chris. He will be 22 on Nov. 24. I'm glad he got to come home from college for his fall break -- he hasn't been home since February! He worked in Washington, DC all summer and we visited him there a couple of times, but it's been a while since he's been home. (HINT: Don't blink, the girls will be 22 before you know it!)

Hugs to you and the girls. Watch for Halloween surprises in the mail!
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospect, KY USA - Thursday, October 6, 2005 8:01 PM CDT

Oh Chris--I don't think it is corny but real! I have been thinking of Sarah so much lately--and have mentioned her to new people in my life in the past few days as well. How I wish I could send a quick email out to her and hear her slant. . .I miss her so--wanted YOU to know. Ingrid!

Sheila (Sarah was my Olivia's doula!:) www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Wednesday, September 28, 2005 10:19 PM CDT

Chris, I enjoy your website so much that last night I was determined to set up a website for my beautiful daughter Karen. Thanks for the inspiration! Peace and hugs to you all, Karil Willenbrink
Karil Willenbrink <Karil0509@insightbb.com>
Louisville, Ky USA - Sunday, September 25, 2005 11:25 PM CDT

Hi all--

Wanted to wish Miss T and Z a great day! We have an official start date (although school--learning--teaching is ever present) of September 7!

Please tell the girls that those silly chicks are BEAUTIFUL CROWING ROOSTERS! Oh my!

Always welcome here!
Sheila DeKold
Floyds Knobs, IN USA! - Monday, September 5, 2005 10:54 PM CDT

Chris -- I totally agree with Dr. P. The girls are MILES ahead of their peers and just a joy to be around. Plenty of social skills there and wonderful imaginations! Even Ingrid's girlequin comment is amazingly brilliant -- especially for her age. Keep on keepin' on. :-) Still, school will also be a wonderful new adventure for Teresa and Zoe -- and give you some special time with Ingrid.
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospect, KY USA - Thursday, August 18, 2005 10:00 PM CDT

Hi Chris! Hi to your three beautiful girls too. We must get them together soon with my daughter Karen who is 5 years old. Karen was diagnosed with childhood ALL type leukemia 5/19/05, and she's so far doing great! She'll start Kindergarten at Bowen Elementary 8/16/05. She is so excited! I try to keep up with your site as much as I can. I just love it! I must come and visit Ralph and Sue too. I'll let you all know the next time my Mom comes down here to visit from Muncie, and then we can all get reaquainted. Karen is in remission, but her whole treatment program will last another 2 years or so. So far so good!! God Bless! Thanks, Karil...I love the pictures too.
Karil Ernst Willenbrink <Karil0509@insightbb.com>
Louisville, Ky USA - Wednesday, August 10, 2005 2:08 PM CDT

Dear Chris,
I think of you and the girls often, I check this site at least 4 times a week to see how you and the girls are doing. I came across an email that I had saved from Sara, it's still saved. I am still so deeply touched by her spirit. Some people will live a lifetime trying to make a difference, trying to really *be* someone yet Sara did it so elequently in such a short period of time. Thank you so much for continuing to share your life with so many, your little family will always have a special place in my heart and in my prayers.. May God bless you and keep you!
Robin Paboojian <hyekidsmom@aol.com>
Fowler, CA USA - Sunday, July 31, 2005 8:36 PM CDT

Everyone looks happy and healthy in the pictures...including Grandma and Grandpa Hughs! Thanks for sharing! You are doing a great job, Chris. Sarah would be proud of ALL of you!
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospect , KY USA - Saturday, July 16, 2005 10:08 PM CDT

Chris,
The new pictures are great! I can not get over how Theresa's profile in the second picture looks exactly like Sarah!
Lanette-Jan. 99 mommies <lovemypaige@aol.com>
- Thursday, July 14, 2005 7:20 AM CDT

Thanks so much for adding the new pictures! The girls are getting so big..and cute as ever!! Great job, Daddy! You are always in my prayers!
Lanette, January '99 Mommies board <LoveMyPaige@aol.com>
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 8:43 AM CDT

Thanks so much for sharing new pictures of you and your beautiful girls!
I read your updates often. Thinking of all of you.

Tracy (January '99 Moms) <TLH65@AOL.COM>
Charlotte, NC - Monday, July 11, 2005 1:52 PM CDT

Oh Chris!~ Thank you so much for sharing the pictures... The girls look happy and as beautiful as ever! :)
Valerie ( Jan 99 Moms) <MomToAp1699@Aol.com>
- Monday, July 11, 2005 1:22 PM CDT

Hey Chris, how did the camping trip go? Well we still have the truck for now, so lets try a trip either the end of July, or early August.
Kristie Lutz <drlutz@prodigy.net>
Louisville, KY - Monday, July 11, 2005 8:05 AM CDT

Another one of Sarah's friends from the January 99 board. I check in from time to time and saw the pictures tonite. It brought tears to my eyes to see how much all 3 girls have grown up.

I continue to pray for all 4 of you. Hugs to all.

Heidi
Heidi <mom2cjemma@aol.com>
New Milford, CT USA - Sunday, July 10, 2005 9:06 PM CDT

Thanks for posting new pics! the girls sure have grown!!!! Have a great summer!!
Dianna <Nannabird@aol.com>
Louisville, ky - Sunday, July 10, 2005 6:35 PM CDT

Hello! I am a long ago friend of Sarah's from the January 99 kids message board. I was wondering if you might be able to post some new pictures of the girls on the photo page. We would love to see how they have grown! Thinking of all of you often!
Lanette
- Monday, July 4, 2005 10:41 PM CDT

SNAKES! Miss T--I had a South Florida Kingsnake. You should look up the kingsnake--remarkable creatures. Also, we happened upon a pet store with many repitiles near Miles Ahead music--and talked there with workers who are affiliated with the Herp Society--another great way to get CLOSE to repitiles...

:) Enjoy! Learning!
Sh
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 9:09 AM CDT

Hey Pooh, thanks a ton. Wait til you see him. He looks just like a Krauskopf (Dad in fact!). I'm sending you a picture of him with his birth annoucement. He's too cute and changing fast every day. See you on Sunday at Mom and Dad's. Love, Cathy
Cathy Morgan <morgan.r@worldnet.att.net>
New Palestine, Indiana usa - Monday, June 27, 2005 8:57 AM CDT

Dear Chris and the girls, I miss seeing you guys, Jasmine is growing up fast. We've decided that we would like to come visit you guys soon. I should be recovered from my surgery in about 4 weeks.
Donna <DonnaJoZ1@aol.com>
Greenville, IN USA - Wednesday, June 15, 2005 8:18 PM CDT

The chest is a beautiful tribute to Sarah. She was always so proud of your work; I remember when you completed the piece for her and she put a picture on the site.

Camping--and the girls thoughtfulness--a TRIBUTE to your and Sarah's parenting--God's love shining through...

Thinking of all of you!

Enjoy the camping--stars--bugs and all!
Sheila
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Sunday, June 12, 2005 1:25 PM CDT

Chris -- I learned recently that I am also an introvert (and hide it well!). I enjoy being alone to recharge my batteries and just THINK and FEEL! But I also love people and especially enjoy being with the girls! They remind me so much of my dear friend, Sarah. I, too, can feel her smiling down on them. Bruce & I would love to them visit for a WHOLE weekend sometime so you can go re-charge!
Kathy Markham <Busykymom@aol.com>
Prospect, KY USa - Sunday, May 22, 2005 9:56 PM CDT

Chris, I too feel that way about Peyton (the baby). I forget she is only three, and not to expect too much. I am glad your happy with your cabinets. I know how much your work means to you. Take care and God Bless.
Kristie Lutz
Louisville, Ky uSA - Thursday, May 19, 2005 1:58 PM CDT

Checking in on you every day. What a great entry. Those girls must be growing like weeds. I would LOVE to see a picture of them. Any chance we could get an updated photo of you all on the photos page? (Would never dream of moving the one of your whole family.)

Love and continued prayers to you all. We were in Lou. for Thunder and thought of you.

Take care,
Rachel Cox & Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Maumee , OH - Thursday, May 19, 2005 12:56 AM CDT

Sarah had such a way with putting things--it is amazing how one person can say a thing--even a little thing about Columbines invading a space in her garden--and everytime I see one--I think of her.

Thankful for the 3s...

And for dear people in your life...

Sh
- Wednesday, May 11, 2005 1:37 PM CDT

Chris -- thanks for sharing the girls with me and Bruce last Thursday. They are such a joy to be around and truly love life and living! Each in her own special way too!

I just looked up Highlands Latin School on the web because I was not familiar with it and it really looks wonderful and perfect for you and the girls! I think you're making a great choice!

Thanks also for sharing your views of Saturn and Jupiter! Awesome!
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospect , KY USA - Tuesday, May 10, 2005 9:49 PM CDT

David and Olivia enjoyed so much meeting T, Z and I (again:), but David was sure the chickens were glad to see them go--wink.

I could hear Sarah's comments as I sat there along side the children with their funny clever comments concerning the hens--

Continued prayers for you filled with much care.
The DeKolds
Floyds Knobs, IN USA! - Friday, May 6, 2005 3:29 PM CDT

Graces...mercies...

TO GOD be ALL the GLORY.
Sh
- Thursday, April 28, 2005 8:56 AM CDT

Chris, I wanted to tell you again how wonderful the girls were on Friday. I think you are doing the most amazing job with them! The anwsers to your schooling questions will come, but maybe not on your terms. Maybe they will come on God's terms. Just remember any decision made with God, can not be a bad decision.
Kristie
Louisville, ky USA - Wednesday, April 27, 2005 3:07 PM CDT

Chris,
I want to second Dad's comments.
While we aren't in as constant contact as I would like, we do pray for you and the girls daily and think of you often as well.
I am proud to call you brother and friend.
K.A. Hughes RA <khughes@ratioarchitects.com>
Indianapolis, IN good ole US of A - Tuesday, April 26, 2005 10:19 AM CDT

Chris--
We use a very eclectic approach in "schooling" our children-each family's rhythm is so unique just as the individuals which make the family. I love unit studying--following the children's interests--what a FLOW of learning takes place! It is such a blessing to be a part of my children's learning.

When I taught in a private school years ago (oh my!) I knew the ultimate would be teaching my own, and was placed in my heart years before I ever had a child. GOD IS SO AWESOME.

Keep up the great work!

Sheila DeKold (mom to David and OliviaBlinn) www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold <SheDeKold@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN USA! - Thursday, April 21, 2005 8:45 AM CDT

Chris: I think Y'All need a few affirmations ("hugs in print" for all you in Yorba Linda - to quote a well known talk-show host!
Affirmation that you are someone extra special.
Affirm that you are a man of God; that loves The Lord; that loves The Church; and loves his family - both here and 'there'
Affirm that you have a very positive outlook and attitude
Affirm that you use your scientific mind to get; organize; and use all the facts to make decisions
Affirm that you are not always right - just most of the time
Affirm that you DO make excellent choices - you DID marry our daughter
Affirm that you are trying to carry out ALL your duties as father; head of household; provider; loving dad/mom; cook?, and on and on
Affirm that you are a good teacher to three of the most active, intelligent, beautiful , young Pal/Granddaughters ever born - I can say this because I am totally biased!
Affirm that you are doing an excellent job as father/mother to your family - "just wait, there is more--" (to quote many informertials), but
they will have to come at another time for as a guy, this is soopy enough
Whew! What a Superman! BUT - only human.
.Does all this mean that I agree with you all the time- no, a 1000 times no!
With God's help thru prayer, and good counsel, I am sure that you will make the right decision, and Sue and I will support, and help you all the way - especially if it doesn't cost too much!! -----"Only 'Joshin Y'All!" ('kidding,-- to all you in Yorba Linda') AND we will pray for God to send the RIGHT help to you----SOON.
Chris: You are a REAL man, and we love you dearly. Ralph

Ralph M. H U G - H E S <MSH35@MSN.com>
Loooavul, KY Good ol' USofA! - Tuesday, April 19, 2005 11:13 PM CDT

Chris, If you are receiving questions about the schooling of the girls, it could be that God is working through others to reach you. I copied the following from the "unschooling" web page:

Unschoolers generally believe that there is no timetable for learning, so a late reader (12 or older) might cause us some worry, but we wouldn't force the issue. We think that there is no subject a child--or any person--has to learn at a particular time. We think there are fun, interesting ways to learn everything, but that a child may not be interested when his/her parents are.

I'm sure you remember as I do that childhood is already fun and interesting. Our job as parents is to give our kids the tools (education and otherwise) they will need to be happy, productive adults. The education system obviously worked for us. Why would we want to risk this experiment on our children? What if we did and we were wrong?

I love you brother and know you will always do what is in the best interest of your children. Please continue to be be open to the ways God works through others.

Sincerely,
Rob Morgan

Rob Morgan
New Palestine, IN - Thursday, April 14, 2005 8:54 AM CDT

Subject: prayer request

Prayer request for Gary and Cindy Hogan
>
> Gary is serving in Iraq while his young wife is fighting cancer here.
> Prayer is a powerful thing.
>
> THIS COUPLE NEEDS OUR PRAYERS . PLEASE read this. IT MUST BE
TERRIBLY DIFFICULT TO BE IN IRAQ WITH A SICK WIFE AT HOME.
>
> Bobby S. Briggs, MSgt, USAF
> 823 ESFS/SFOC
> Flight Sergeant
> BAGHDAD AB, IRAQ
>
> Tough times don't last... Tough people do !!!
>
> My name is Gary Hogan. Some of you receiving this know me, some do
not. My wife, Cindy, is 32 years old and has just been diagnosed 3 days ago
> with stage 4 cervical cancer and her chances for survival are very slim..
> She was pregnant with our second child and had miscarried recently at 3
> months, and now we know why. This is a request for you to forward this
> e-mail to everyone you know asking for prayer. The more people that
pray for her to be healed, the better.
>
> Pray and forward. It only takes a second to hit "forward".
>
> Please do it and don't delete this, your prayer can and perhaps will
save her life. Please pray and ask everyone you know to pray for the HEALING
of Cindy, removal of all cancer in her body so she may enjoy all that life
has to offer, and to continue to be the wonderful mother to our 5 year old
> son, Michael.
>
> The power of Prayer is unsurpassed. I want the whole world to have her
in their prayers the next few weeks. God will hear our cry. Please do
not be offended by my plea. This is only a request for your help.
>
> Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading this and helping with
> our request for healing! No words can express the power we have when we
> each do a little to come together.
>
> Regards, Cindy's in-love husband - Gary
>
>
>
> Thank you, and please send it to the far reaches of our world.
TBKRAUTH <tbkrauth@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, April 7, 2005 12:58 AM CDT

Happ Easter! Hope everyone is well. God Bless,
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky U*S*A - Sunday, March 27, 2005 7:45 PM CST

Terri's struggle hits very close to "home" for us here. Thanks for your perspective.

Sh
- Wednesday, March 23, 2005 4:38 PM CST

You and your family are often in my thoughts and prayers. Sometimes the missing Sarah feeling is just so sharp and present. At other times, just a comfortable sense of being loved and watched over. Your girls, her legacy to the world.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Sunday, March 20, 2005 11:56 PM CST

Hi Guys, it has been awhile. We have been in and out of town ourselves. I just wanted to say hello to you and the girls. Makenna speaks of them often.
Kristie Lutz
Louisville, Ky - Monday, March 14, 2005 7:28 AM CST

Keeping your family in my prayers
Darla Lindenmayer (Angel Matt's mom 7-3-90-4-22-04) www.caringbridge.org/in/angelbarneyboo <DLinden73@aol.com>
Lexington, IN United States - Sunday, March 6, 2005 10:39 PM CST

Have fun you guys:) Be safe:) Praying for you all:)
CARRINGTYN <Avlgem14@aol.com>
LOUISVILLE, KY U*S*A - Friday, March 4, 2005 3:03 PM CST

I know its really late but Happy Birthday Zoe!!!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Lou, Ky U*S*A - Thursday, February 17, 2005 10:10 AM CST

ZOE! Precious 6 years OLD! GOD's BLESSINGS raining upon you.
David and Olivia's mom
- Friday, February 4, 2005 5:28 PM CST

Happy 6th Birthday Zoe. Your mommy would be very proud of the amazing girl you are and will continue to be.. Lot of love

Valerie and Alexander From Aols January 99 Message Board
- Friday, February 4, 2005 10:54 AM CST

Happy 6th Birthday, dear Zoe!! We know Mommy is looking down on you from heaven and loves the wonderful girl you are!! Love, Toni and Nikki from the January '99 AOL board.
Toni Krupzyn <Tonik704@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Thursday, February 3, 2005 10:29 PM CST

I am trully jealous now, you got in the warm sun while the rest of us froze and me being the clutz I am fell on the ice we had. I am glad you were able to enjoy your family and get a break so that you can have some reflection time on your memories of your precious Sarah. Take care Chris
Darla Lindenmayer, Angel Matt's mom 7-3-90-4-22-04 <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/angelbarneyboo>
Lexington, IN United States - Monday, January 31, 2005 10:30 PM CST

Chris,
Brother Kent here, we were sorry we could not come down last night but weather in Indiana in January is always full of surprises.
I too was struck by the irony of the Date, how could someone so full of joy at the bringing of life be brought down on the anniversary of so much death? Perhaps our saintly sister and wife is in Heaven for a reason? Perhaps her prayers could help alleviate the suffering and pain caused? Who knows? I hope to ask her one day.
Know that Linda and I are thinking and praying for you and the girlies each day.
See you soon.
P.S. We hear that Zoe is telling anyone and everyone that Aunt Linda is coming down to take her shopping. Linda will call to set it up.

Kent <kenta@ameritech.net>
Indy, IN good Ole USA - Sunday, January 23, 2005 6:54 AM CST

Chris, Theresa, Zoe and Ingy, I just wanted to tell you what a wonderful lady your wife and mommy was. She touched so many people's lives. And I am so proud to carry within my heart, a special place that is just for Sarah and her family. I am thinking of you so much today, and you are in my prayers. God bless you, comfort you, and send you angels to let you know how very loved you are. Thank you.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Saturday, January 22, 2005 10:46 PM CST

Blessings to you and the girls Chris. Sarah touched so many of us. She always thought of others. I will never forget the time, here she was going through her own challenges with cancer and she still thought of us and sent us a check for Matt's fundraiser when he was going to Minnesota again for bone marrow transplant complications. She would call me and ask how he was doing and give me advice of things to try. She was my inspiration and hero. Sarah would send many e-mails of encouragement to me as I watched the downhill spiral of my son. Here she was encouraging us and others. Sarah was amazing, and I bet that she is still giving her encouragement in heaven. I had such a special place in my heart for Sarah. I am blessed to have gotten to know her through Birth Care network. I am blessed that she told me about Sheila DeKold so that we could meet in Cincinnati since we both had chronically ill children. Sarah paired the two of us together and a friendship blossomed. I am forever grateful to her for that. Since Sarah was always concerned about Matthew, I imagine that she met him at the pearly gates of heaven when he died and I am glad to know that Matthew will have Sarah in heaven to continue to inspire him with whatever God has them doing in heaven. Sarah liked to sing and Matt liked to play piano. I just bet they are together in heaven's music room. You have come such a long way through all of this. Grief is so hard. Today is 9 months for us since Matthew has died. This journey of grief takes on so many up and down turns. But I do know that Sarah is proud of you and the girls. She has always known what an amazing father you are. I enjoy reading your entries about the girls and all the new things they are learning. Sarah is a proud angel in heaven of you all. Just know that you are loved and we keep you all in our prayers. I will rejoice in the day when we all get to see our loved ones in heaven again!!
Darla Lindenmayer <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/angelbarneyboo>
Lexington, IN - Saturday, January 22, 2005 8:36 PM CST

Thinking of all of you on this day. Sarah must be so proud of how well you've grown this year. Chris, your words are beautiful and inspirational - Sarah chose very well when she chose you. Know that the Positive Discipline Chicks still remember Sarah with great affection and admiration. Prayers and good wishes coming your way now and always.
Meagan Geci <Meagan0624@aol.com>
Valparaiso, FL US - Saturday, January 22, 2005 3:15 PM CST

Hi Chris & girls. Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you today. I just read your entry from last night....amazing how God continues to grow all of us in ways we could not have imagined would be possible. Of course, your open heart to Him and His direction are so important in the process. You are all in our prayers and will continue to be so as I keep track of you through Sue. Big hugs to all of you.
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN USA - Saturday, January 22, 2005 8:29 AM CST

Chris -- thinking of you and the girls today. Joan Dilger told me that the mass at the Cathedral today at noon was in memory of Sarah. I wish I were there to go to honor such a beautiful life. (Bruce and I are in Washington, DC moving our son, Chris, into his apartment so he can start his college internship here on Monday.)

Sarah was such a wonderful friend and mentor to me on a variety of subjects! I miss her dearly and am thankful that I can continue to know her wonderful husband and daughters! She must be smiling down on you and the girls today. Hugs and Much Love, Kathy

Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospect, KY USA - Friday, January 21, 2005 4:37 PM CST

Theresa, You smart little girl! I love your entry into the journal, you are such a big girl giving daddy a break and helping him out! My boys like Pokemom too! Great big hugs and lot's of love to you,your sister and your daddy! From Robin in California!
Robin Paboojian <hyekidsmom@aol.com>
Fowler, CA 93625 - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 2:40 PM CST

Thanks for the update Theresa, and the smile! I am thinking of you guys all the time. Lets plan a playdate soon.
Kristie
louisville, ky usa - Tuesday, January 18, 2005 6:48 PM CST

Wonderful entry--loved hearing what is going on with Miss T. I know that Sarah was always so proud!

I pray that T, Z and I will know their mother not only through their precious memories but through her journal.

www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold
- Monday, January 17, 2005 1:18 PM CST

Chris,

Just stopping by from Jo's (Parker's Mom) page. Sending my condolences and how impressed I am at your strong inner spirit. Much happiness and joy in the future. People never die, their spirit lives on.

Love,

Janelle
Tuli's Page <jankin74@hotmail.com>
SLC, UT USA - Saturday, January 8, 2005 2:03 PM CST

Chris, Thank you for continuing Sarah's page. EvenSong sings it's annual Epiphany concert tonight. Sarah will be on our minds and in our hearts as we sing. We think of you and the girls often, with sadness for your loss and gratitude for the time you (and we) had with her. Blessings,
Laura Lea <llducky@aol.com>
Louisville, - Thursday, January 6, 2005 10:32 AM CST

Chris, Sarah and her family are so much on my mind right now. There are times when I still miss her so much that my heart just squeezes in pain. I think of you guys and pray for you often. Hope 2005 brings so much joy to your lives. Thank you for keeping Sarah's page here. It means so much to me.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Tuesday, January 4, 2005 9:10 AM CST

Miss T loves to build! David too! He and T would get along famously!
Sh
- Wednesday, December 29, 2004 8:52 PM CST

Chris, you and the girls have been on my mind so much. I thought about what Sarah and my Angel Matthew were doing in heaven. Sarah would call and check on my Matthew and I can't help but think that maybe she helps him out in heaven as well. I know they both were shining down on us this season. Know that you are thought of and I keep you often in my prayers. Just imagine the beautiful Christmas she had in heaven!!
Darla Lindenmayer (Doula through BirthCare Network) Angel Matt's mom 7-3-90-4-22-04 <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/angelbarneyboo>
- Sunday, December 26, 2004 6:15 PM CST

Dear Chris. I read some of your recent journals last night. I hadn't been here to this sight since Sarah's death last January. Please continue. Your thoughts touch my soul and I loved hearing how the whole family is progressing. You guys are doing great I think! This website has proved popular still for so many. Thank you Sarah. Merry Christmas to all! Karil,Hank,Karen Willenbrink
Karil Willenbrink <Karil0509@insightbb.com>
Louisville, Ky USA - Thursday, December 23, 2004 8:30 AM CST

Chris,
You, Sara, and the girls have been heavy on my mind of late. I am not able to get to the web site very often (Sheila does and keeps me informed) but I think of you often, and pray for you and the girls to have the strength to carry on. We miss Sarah as well. She was a great lady and a tremendous person who touched many of us.
May God be with you in this Christmas season and may you all find peace and start moving towards happiness despite the loss of this great lady, mother, mate.
Dave DeKold (Daddy of O) <jokersdf@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 3:42 AM CST

Christmas can be a crazy time even without the sorrow you guys are feeling. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this bittersweet time of the year.
Kristie Lutz
louisville, ky usa - Sunday, December 19, 2004 7:01 PM CST

Hi Chris...I am wondering if you can fully appreciate how many there are of us who have been touched by Sarah, but who never had the chance"to get to know her better"....and wish we had...I've been to her site many times and not written, feeling that I was eavesdropping on what obviously has been and is a blessed experience.....So this morning I'm writing to tell you...there are many of us who look on wistfully, and remember...and are happy that you are making the time to continue her legacy...Wishing you and your family Peace this holiday season
Susan Goellner <mitwif@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, December 11, 2004 6:14 AM CST

Hi Chris and girls, I know there are some birthdays coming up, and just wanted to get the dates straight. So if you could Chris let me know. Let me know when I can help out, my childern would love to see the girls again. God Bless you, Kris, Dave and kids
Kristie lutz
louisville, ky usa - Saturday, December 4, 2004 9:13 AM CST

Sue, thank you so much for your guestbook entry. How often I have sung from Handel's Messiah and it had been on my heart and the night I came here to leave a message and read yours it spoke volumes to my heart. To know Him and to KNOW HE LIVES! I could not walk this journey without Him.

To Jesus!
Sh www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold
- Friday, December 3, 2004 4:44 PM CST

You got that right, Sue! The best is yet to come! I can only imagine us all gathered around Sarah knowing we will NEVER be apart again -- and hearing her sing again! Maybe we will ALL be able to sing like her in heaven! Imagine that! Yes, the best is yet to come.

Phillipians 3:14 - Press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Jesus Christ.
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospec t, KY USA - Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:00 PM CST

When I think about the fact that a year ago we really thought Sarah was on the way to being cancer free, I am awed at how quickly she died. And I am grateful that when the pain became unbearable she didn't have to bear it for long. That is a far cry from the miraculous healing I was praying for but who am I to question God? Job didn't have the answers and neither do I. But like Job I KNOW THAT MY REDEEMER LIVES and on the last day I shall see Him. Perhaps that is what really matters.
Sue hughes <msh35@msn.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, November 24, 2004 8:16 AM CST

Chris and family,
I'll be saying special prayers for you all during the upcoming holidays. I know the first ones without Sarah will be especially difficult. My prayers are with you.
Maria <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Monday, November 22, 2004 9:22 PM CST

Chris -- what about hanging things on the Christmas tree that represent memories of Sarah? Or maybe letting the girls shop for angel ornaments to hang on the tree to represent her presence there through the holidays? I'll try to keep thinking. Love you all.
Busykymom@aol.com < Busykymom@aol.com>
Prospect, KY USA - Thursday, November 11, 2004 8:08 PM CST

Dear Chris and kids: I was thinking of you and wanted you to know. Keep you in my prayers and wish you peace and joy
Manuel
Manuel Grimaldi
- Monday, November 8, 2004 6:04 PM CST

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! BE SAFE GUYS!
CARRINGTYN <avlgem14@aol.com>
LOUISVILLE , KY U*S*A - Sunday, October 31, 2004 12:09 AM CST

MY mom told us today shes just going! so, call me guys and let me know how ya'll are.:)
Carringtyn <avlgem14@aol.com>
Lousiville, ky U*S*A - Wednesday, October 27, 2004 8:24 PM CDT

Well i found out today we are going to New York! My papaw is having a surgery. So, If you guys dont mind praying for a safe trip there and back! We will be leaving sometime around the 1st or 3rd of November most likly!
Carringtyn <avlgem14@aol.com>
Lousiville , ky U*S*A - Friday, October 22, 2004 9:59 PM CDT

How is everything? I havent talked to you guys in awhile.
Call anytime you guys want me to babysit. Have a good rest of the week and a good weekend!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky U*S*A - Friday, October 22, 2004 0:00 AM CDT

Chris--

Your last entry about Sarah's last night hit so hard the mother's heart within--I sent it out to all of my favorite mothers.

Sarah was definately one of my favorite mothers with her insightful way of mothering.

May your girls always feel their mother's touch and spirit within their journey, life.

-*~Sheila~*- www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold
Floyds Knobs, IN U*S*A! - Wednesday, October 20, 2004 2:17 PM CDT

HI Chris, Theresa, Zoe, & Ingrid
You all are always in my thoughts and prayers. You have been missed greatly. Lee and I will be traveling to China one week from tomorrow. We thank you and Sarah for our referrral to help wih our adoption. I would love to spend some time with the girls when we get back. The girls are near and dear to me, not to mention very special. Thanks for helping me prepare to be a mommy.
Love Miss Donna
Donna <donnajoz1@aol.com>
- Tuesday, October 19, 2004 9:04 PM CDT

Dear Chris --

How good to see that you are still keeping everyone posted on the life and times of the Krauskopf family. You are doing a terrific job of being a Dad, teacher, and family historian. Your girls have a rich life and I'm sure Sarah could not be happier. See, she is checking in with you.

Wishing you all the best,

-- Linda
Linda J Hill <Linda@lindajhill.com>
Louisville, KY United States - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 8:35 PM CDT

Chris,
It was four years ago tomorrow that Sarah helped bring into the world my sweet middle son, Andrew. She was such a wonderful help through my pregnancy and delivery. It would not have been nearly as good of an experience if Sarah hadn't been there. I will always be grateful that Sarah could be there for me.

I'm glad you all are doing well. And happy belated birthday!

Maria
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Sunday, October 10, 2004 9:29 PM CDT

Chris, Teresa, and Zoe...have a wonderful, relaxing, inspiring, and fun weekend at Camp Evergreen. Happy belated birthday greetings Chris...we are off to Indianapolis this weekend for soccer. Will call when return...would like to see girls and you. Take care; you are in our thoughts.
Ruth-Ann, Tim, Sarah, and Matt Bode <Rufuscnm@aol.com>
Fisherville , KY USA - Friday, October 8, 2004 5:37 PM CDT

Chris, How fortunate you have such a wonderful and supporting family.
Donna
- Monday, October 4, 2004 9:51 PM CDT

Happy Birthday! Thats neat about ther deck. Well email or call when you guys want me to babysit :)
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, KY U*S*A - Sunday, October 3, 2004 10:45 AM CDT

Glad to hear that you all continue to do well. Low GI foods are wonderful... it's funny, becuase you're nearly describing the South Beach Diet to a T! I'm sure you have wonderful resources from your dr's, but if you need a listing of foods and their respective GI numbers, visit http://www.prevention.com/cda/feature2002/0,2479,s1-5158,00.html - it's a wonderful resource. So glad that you're taking care of yourself!!!

The girls sound like they are growing beautifully. You and Sarah have done a wonderful job. May God continue to bless you.

Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Maumee, OH - Tuesday, September 21, 2004 8:42 AM CDT

Thats cute about Ingrid and the barbies! They all are getting big! They are so funny! Email or call whenever you guys want me to babysit:) talk to ya'll later!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky U*S*A - Monday, September 20, 2004 8:19 PM CDT

As I took my children to the Louisville Zoo I could not help but feel Sarah all around us. I know how much she loved to take the "girls" there and with that I found strength in knowing what "we" are doing is such a precious privilege!

I love to hear of Theresa's strengths and her love of teaching shines from her parents' willingness to make it--real.

With our continued prayers--
~~Sh~~www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold <SheDeKold@aol.com>
- Tuesday, September 14, 2004 7:06 PM CDT

Chris and girls,
I have been recalling that wonderful day when you and Sarah said "I do"...our Sarah kept running through the fountain's waters! I wished for you then the happiness of becoming a family...and look what a wonderful family you have! You and Sarah shared something remarkably wonderful and blessed...and it seems you continue to share it even after her physical presence has left! Tell Teresa congrats on her library card...I hope she uses it as much as our Sarah uses hers. We pray for you always... Love,
Ruth-Ann, Tim, Sarah, Matthew Bode <Rufuscnm@aol.com>
Fisherville, ky usa - Monday, September 13, 2004 7:36 PM CDT

Tell Theresa Congratulations on her Library card! :) Sounds like a fun/busy week! Let me know when you guys want me to come over again:) talk to ya'll later,
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky U*S*A - Sunday, September 12, 2004 9:48 PM CDT

I remember attending your 2nd wedding--:)

Sarah was one of the few who felt comfortable holding Olivia as an infant.

I miss her; she was such a special friend to me. Like minded in the things which matter most.
Sh
- Thursday, September 9, 2004 6:54 PM CDT

Chris, I continue to read your postings and in some ways feel like an intruder into your life. Thank you for sharing. I just finished a book that I think you would love (and I'm sure all who miss Sarah would too!). It is a Christian novel 'Room of Marvels' by James Bryan Smith. Not very long, but very moving. I picked it up while at the library. We think of you often, and Alexa often asks about Teresa. You are an example to us all. Thank you.
Andrea Horrell <aphorrell@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY - Tuesday, September 7, 2004 3:00 PM CDT

Chris I wanted to let everyone know that the entertainment cabin you crafted for Lee and I is abosolutley a piece of art. What a great carpenter you are. This piece is very special to us because you began it before Sarahs passing and completed after. I know There are imprints of love surrounding this piece. Thanks for letting us share you life. Donna & Lee Hodapp
Donna
Greenville, IN USA - Thursday, September 2, 2004 7:57 PM CDT

May God continue to bless and keep the four of you. Sarah is all around, and I love reading about her visits. Two years has gone by. It's hard to believe. Last week, we celebrated Andy's birthday - something that would not have been what it was without Sarah. As I looked at him last Wednesday, I saw such meaning... God's true gift. It was during Andy's birth that God waved His hand and brought into our lives the people that we needed to help us; Sarah was one of those people. I so appreciated the peace that she gave to us, the certainty of Andrew's health... but she also listened when I was afraid that I would lose my unborn son. All of these memories sit on the outskirts of my mind daily, but rushed in on his birthday. My only regret about that day is that I did not videotape it. The camera sat on the counter in the delivery room, and none of us thought to turn it on. We were all so wrapped up in the joy of my precious boy's cry that we forgot. I certainly wish that I had captured that moment on film, but I also wish that I had more than a picture and a memory of Sarah's participation in our lives. I wish I could hear her calming voice again, wish I could have seen just how she was there for Kevin and I and how happy she was when Andy was born. God, I do miss her. She was there for just a fraction of our lives but left a deep impression on our entire family. I wanted to call her last Wednesday, to tell her how big Andy has grown, to thank her again for being there... but I felt instead just a touch of what you feel everyday. Sadness and emptiness. I cannot imagine what it would have been like to lose Andy, nor to lose my spouse to cancer. You have given light to all of us who read these posts, Chris, much like Sarah did throughout her life.

Thank you for that. She is irreplaceable, as a friend and certainly as a wife and mother.

I am overwhelmed with empathy for you and the girls, and will continue to pray for your family nightly. Thank God for all of you.

Peace and health to you.
Rachel Cox, Kevin, Trevor and Andy <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Maumee, OH - Tuesday, August 31, 2004 9:15 PM CDT

Chris, I pray that you will always see the signs of Sarah. She is with you everyday. I see so many signs of Matt each day. I learned to open my heart and my eyes and accept the blessings that God has shown me that Matt is trully still around. And so is Sarah. My favorite quote I have is, well a couple favorites: To take sorrow out of death, is to take love out of life. unknown The other one is from the movie Troy, I will still be here, as long as you hold me in your memory. How true, each one of these are. I hope Sarah looks after Matthew in heaven. She would always talk to me about him at our doula meeetings, or she would call just to say she was praying for us. I miss Sarah and her heart of gold and I miss Matthew too. Take care Chris and if you need anything, feel free to call.
Darla Lindenmayer <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer>
Lexington, IN - Sunday, August 29, 2004 10:12 AM CDT

Chris--I could hear Sarah saying that to me--

You are doing fine--well, she would not say dear, but then again she would but not the same dear as to you.

You ARE doing a great work in and with your girls. I so love stopping by and hearing all the natural learning that takes place within your home.

What a blessing. True.
Sh <She@aol.com>
- Sunday, August 29, 2004 0:12 AM CDT

I love the fair! I entered a purse last year in the Textiles department and won 2nd place! This year I entered in Textiles but no luck in winning. It's a fun time to go and see your purse you made in there though! Well let me know when you all want me to come over. Have a great week.
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky U*S*A - Saturday, August 28, 2004 9:13 PM CDT

Chris, being a mom of three, the same age as your girls, I can completely understand your feelings. Sometimes, we just need someone else to say,"hey your doing a great job". We get so busy with day to day life, that it is hard to realize you are doing a good job, and for a good reason. Take care.
Kristie Lutz
Louisville, ky usa - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 7:57 AM CDT

Chris, I'm thinking of you and Sarah and those beautiful girls today. What profound words from Sarah. She was such a wonderful gift to all that knew her, even those of us who only knew her thru the internet.
Kristin ( from Dec 2001 board on AOL) <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Friday, August 13, 2004 8:57 PM CDT

Thinking of you all. Love the Lutz family.
kristie lutz
louuisville, ky usa - Friday, August 13, 2004 4:39 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Sarah! When I think of you I smile! I hope today is your best Birthday ever, I know you are singing in heaven with the angel choir, what a wonderful gift!
Robin Paboojian <Hyekidsmom@aol.com>
CA USA - Friday, August 13, 2004 10:53 AM CDT

Our love and faith is still with you all. This week is hard for all of you I am sure, as will be other important dates throughout the next couple of years. I don't know anything about losing a spouse, but when I lost my father I couldn't believe how differently I felt as each year passed. It's sadly been almost 10 years since he left this world. Like you, I can still hear him. You're quite lucky that the girls will all remember Sarah - even Ingie. Her sisters will keep Sarah so alive that she'll almost live their memories with them. You have such a beautiful family and you truly are a tremendous father. Sarah was lucky to have you.

Thank you for continuing to post. It's so wonderful to touch a bit of Sarah's life from time to time.

God bless you all,
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Monday, August 9, 2004 10:31 PM CDT

M$O$N$O$P$O$L$Y!

David's favorite game second ONLY to chess!

Thinking of your family.
Sheila
Floyds Knobs, IN - Monday, August 9, 2004 5:06 PM CDT

let me let know when you all want me to come back:) have a great week guys!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, ky USA - Monday, August 2, 2004 8:40 PM CDT

I love your splendid entries!
Theresa <oldestkgirl@aol.com>
louisville, Ky U.S - Monday, August 2, 2004 6:53 PM CDT

Welcome back:) Let me know when you guys want me to come over to babysit:) God Bless,
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky - Friday, July 30, 2004 8:47 PM CDT

Chris!
Wholeheartedly agree each area in our beautiful country has its own unique show of its own. America the Beautiful.
The opportunity to share with your VERY own children makes it all the more spectacular.

Thankful you were able to get to the MOUNTAINS. Although I prefer Montana!

WTG-MISS T!
Sheila ~www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold~
Floyds Knobs, IN U*S*A! - Friday, July 30, 2004 6:57 PM CDT

Chris and girls,
Enjoy your wonderful stay in Colorado...hope you have many exciting adventures with the girls. I know our kids have loved the mountains out there and wanted to stay, just like yours. Safe traveling! Call us when you get back.
Ruth-Ann <Rufuscnm@aol.com>
Fisherville, ky usa - Thursday, July 22, 2004 6:35 AM CDT

Chris -- hope you have a wonderful trip to CO. Terrible to hear that your power is still out, but it's a good time to "get out of town"! Be safe and we'll be watching for a trip report! :-)
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Friday, July 16, 2004 11:12 PM CDT

Chris and girls, have a wonderful time on vacation. Give us a call when you get back so we can have you guys over to play in the pool. Take care and God Bless.
kristie lutz
louisville, ky 40291 - Monday, July 12, 2004 12:25 AM CDT

Chris, you amaze and delight me! God bless you, you wonderful dad and husband. I am always in awe that Sarah picked such an amazing man for her husband to father her children.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Monday, June 28, 2004 8:11 PM CDT

Chris, I continue to be amazed at the depth of your thought and understanding and your willingness to share it with all of us. Please continue to post on the journal. Your accounts of your life without Sarah and uplifting to us all.
Barb
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Friday, June 25, 2004 9:25 AM CDT

Chris, I'm glad you were able to get Sarah's gravemarker. Could you email me and tell me who Charlie is with? We need to get a headstone for my dad and would like to know of a good place. I know if Sarah liked him, I will also. Thanks for the info.
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY - Thursday, June 24, 2004 9:08 PM CDT

Dear Chris, Thanks for telling me about your journal. I've read several entries. I can think of three ways this process is helpful and healing. One is for you..how good it is to clarify and understand what you are feeling and going through by writing it down. The second way is helping others by the clear, real way you communicate about this "elephant you are consuming one bite at a time". The third way is the history for your girls. What a gift you give them. There is so much they cannot understand now but they will have this wonderful record of the pain,yes but also the love. Thanks so much for sharing with me.
Cindy Bryant, Highlands Funeral Home Aftercare <hfhaftercare@hotmail.com>
Louisville, , KY - Monday, June 21, 2004 4:17 PM CDT

Happy Father's day Chris. I hope it is filled with love and apprecation. I know why Sarah chose you to be the father of her children. I doubt that she knew at the time how very important it would be, but I know God knew and chose you too. God bless you and prayers for your family.
jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Sunday, June 20, 2004 12:01 AM CDT

Chris, Just reading the things you write helps me to keep my life with my own three small children in perspective. Time is so precious and I am so glad you remind me of that in your updates. Our time may be short but our impact on others is enormous.
Tamah Silverthorn <tamahj@ontariosystems.com>
Eaton, IN - Friday, June 18, 2004 9:42 PM CDT

Chris, the same thing happened to me yesterday watching all the funeral stuff on TV, it flooded memories of matthew's funeral and I cried all day. Strange how grief works, I also pictured him laying on a metal table since he's passed but I think its just a normal process, I have gone through all the whys and why nots, and everything else and still go through so much, I think grief is the same whether its your soul mate like Sarah or my best friend and son Matthew. I hope each day that Sarah is looking out for Matthew. I had a dream about her after matthew died and the dream was of Sarah reaching down and pulling matthew up from a bright light and putting her arm on his shoulder and then they walked off. i can't help but feel that maybe this was a dream brought to me by her or him. Take care and if you need anything feel free to e-mail or call.
Doula Darla Lindenmayer <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer>
Lexington, IN - Saturday, June 12, 2004 11:40 AM CDT

Our thoughts have been with you especially this week. The only thing I do not miss about KY was being in the basement ALL spring!!! Glad to hear God protected you again. Please take care and God bless.
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Thursday, June 3, 2004 3:15 PM CDT

I dreamt about Sarah last night. In my dream, I knew I was dreaming and I cried and cried when I realized in my dream that Sarah wasn't really alive and that I would wake up and she would be gone again. Yesterday was a misty sort of missing Sarah day, I guess that I why I dreamed about her. Thank you Chris, for keeping us posted about life with Krauskopfs, it means alot to me.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Wednesday, June 2, 2004 9:42 AM CDT

What storms we have had! Hope everything is well. You all are in my prayers!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky - Monday, May 31, 2004 6:22 PM CDT

3 cheers for SIMPLICITY! Someone once told me: Life is simple and deep but we make it complex and shallow. Keep pressing on, Chris.

Thankful you have your vision restored.
Sheila (www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold)
Floyds Knobs, In USA - Thursday, May 27, 2004 6:53 AM CDT

Chris, thank you for the boost and for the Sarahness. Yay for seeing!
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Tuesday, May 25, 2004 9:29 AM CDT

Chris and kids, our hearts continue to go out to you, and we pray for you all nightly. I am sooo happy your vision is restored!!! You are a wonderful father, Chris - such a shining example. Thank for inspiring all of us.

The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 5:09 AM CDT

My friend Robin has been following your wife's story and has taken so much comfort inher words over the last year.May god comfort you and your little one's.
Leigh Collins
Fowler, Ca. U.S.A - Thursday, May 20, 2004 8:14 AM CDT

I knew Sarah from message boards on AOl. I'm so glad you kept this website going. I'm sorry to hear about the diabetes-but it's sounds like you and the girls are doing well. You all remain in prayers.
Missy <JustMissyk@aol.com>
- Saturday, May 15, 2004 3:43 PM CDT

I was at the relay for life this rainy A.M. and saw Sarah's name as I was walking around the track.
Barbara J. Taylor <bjt@insightbb.com>
Louisville, KY - Saturday, May 15, 2004 2:30 PM CDT

I meant to say even!
Sue <msh35@msn.com>
- Thursday, May 13, 2004 7:56 AM CDT

Now really, Chris, can't you just hear Sarah saying, "Cancer trumps ever type 1 diabetes!!!!"
Sue <msh35@msn.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, May 13, 2004 7:55 AM CDT

Now that you and Sarah share the mothering in your house, I hope that your Mother's day was filled with much joy. I am sure that the tears were there also, but I hope the smiles and happy memories outweighed the sorrow. Happy Mothers day to a wonderful mom/dad! Sarah picked the best, when she picked you to parent your children.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Monday, May 10, 2004 9:20 AM CDT

I've been thinking of the girls on this first Mother's Day since Sarah's death. I'm sure you all spent the day celebrating Sarah. My family and I keep you all in our prayers.
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY - Sunday, May 9, 2004 10:06 PM CDT

I so remember that day as it was my first day out with Olivia after her birth; Sarah held Olivia even with all her blurping. Model rockets! We love rockets 'round here. Good for you ALL Chris--
Sheila
- Sunday, May 9, 2004 9:39 PM CDT

Chris,
You amaze me with your strength, I was reading back on some of your entries and reading about the things God does to bring you comfort to let you know Sarah is with you in spirit but enjoying her new body in heaven. We have had so many of these types of things happen since Matthew died 2 weeks ago. So many blessings to know he's at peace and he's in heaven and i hope that Sarah gave him his tour of heaven when he came to the pearly gates.
Darla Lindenmayer (Angel Matt's mom 7-3-90-4-22-04) <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer>
Lexington, IN - Thursday, May 6, 2004 10:37 PM CDT

I am a friend of Tim Bode and he has shared your plight with me. I too have recently been through a rough time in my life and God has totally carried me through. I wanted you to know I am praying for you and your family.
Jennifer Brady
Swayzee, IN USA - Wednesday, May 5, 2004 1:31 PM CDT

Dear Chris,
I still pray for you and the girls and both of your families every single night. I am so glad to read your comments about being able to feel the prayers sent your way, because this is what I have asked of God in my prayers, that you and your family be surrounded and comforted by His love and warmth. I am so sorry to hear of your recent health news. I know how seriously you have (always) taken issues related to your health. I know it must feel unfair to you, it would to me too. I will continue to pray for your good health and that of your family too. I am also so glad to hear the girls are doing so well.
Bobbi <bhudson@iglou.com>
- Wednesday, May 5, 2004 7:26 AM CDT

I'm so very sorry to hear about the blood sugar problem, and pray that you will soon get your medicines regulated and say good-bye to the nasty side effects. I am in prayer. Barb
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 3:34 PM CDT

As someone said to me today, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, or gives you a really weird sense of humor. I think I got the weird sense of humor. (((((((((Chris)))))))
It has been a rough couple of years, and I know that God holds you close, as only a father loves a son. Prayers for you and your beloved girls.

Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Thursday, April 29, 2004 7:06 PM CDT

May God continue to hold your family tightly in his arms. The Lord is active in your life and in the lives of your children. Continue to believe in peace and calm, and it will come. God is building your strength right now, each day slowly gets better. Diabetes is a way He will make you even stronger.

Our loving prayers and thoughts are with you, and we will continue to pray for health and safety for you and the girls.

- Rachel
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Thursday, April 29, 2004 7:21 AM CDT

Hi Chris. Just wanted you to know that I check the website every other day or so and all of you are very much in our prayers. Thank you for keeping us informed of all that is going on with you and the girls. I am impressed with your way of taking each day as it comes and letting God do His healing work in you and the girls. I'm sorry to hear about the diabetes and praying for you as you deal with yet another hurdle in this journey of life. I'm sure Sue will be a great help to you with this as well. Thanks for sharing your insights and the wonderful workings of your daughter's minds as they learn and grow. I know Sarah is so very proud of all of you. God bless you.
Donna Young <dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Wednesday, April 28, 2004 8:45 PM CDT

Hi Chris. Barb Mixell from Muncie here. I was touched to read the account of Theresa's First Communion Day. It seems that your family is living life, as we all know Sarah would want you to do. May God continue to heal your sorrow and strengthen you and the girls. Also...your picking up on Theresa's questions and teaching from them is remarkable. A teacher in any school wouldn't have the opportunity to "go with" the interests she has. God bless you.
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, April 27, 2004 8:52 AM CDT

Three months, a quarter of a year, a season of life has come and gone and Sarah is still gone too. Amazing how we just go on living, when it feels as though it should all stop because Sarah isn't here anymore. Single parenthood is not an easy road to trod and I am glad to hear that Sarah is not leaving you to do it alone. I miss her so.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Saturday, April 24, 2004 9:57 PM CDT

Sweet Matthew Lindenmayer has gone to Heaven and left this earth on April 22nd. I remember this day two years ago as our Olivia got her 3 ostomies and partial colectomy on this day. Plus we know of another son who is gone had this as a birthday. . .and of course I reminded folks that it was Sarah's number as well. How we are all collected together.

We continue to pray for you and your family. Glad to hear Miss T is enjoying piano!
Sheila www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold and www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer <SheDeKold@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Friday, April 23, 2004 10:53 PM CDT

Christo,
Just letting you know I love you.You're doing a great job with the girls.Hope to see you at Mom and Dad's on May 1st.As always you and yours are in my prayers.Love Mare:)
Mary <moojuice8989@adamswells.com>
Berne, IN USA - Friday, April 23, 2004 5:07 PM CDT

Hi Chris and girls, I have written you before but I know you hear from so many people. I am the one who met Sarah at the make-up class and I have breast cancer. She helped me via the e-mail when we were both going through treatment. I am finished now with 8 chemo treatments and 33 radiation treatments. I am now in this limbo state where every little ache and pain makes me want to race to the nearest PET scan. When you wrote the other day about how much Sarah went through but how she never asked why me or gave up the fight, it really helped give me support and motivation. You never know how God uses your words to help others when they really need a message. I have been really down lately. I finished my chemo on Dec 26th and radiation on March 7th. Today I started thinking about death and how I will probably not have a very long life because of my cancer. I have 4 kids and that is my biggest fear is leaving them. But (I know this sounds kind of weird) when I hear you talk about how life goes on for you and the kids, it makes me feel better. You are very much appreciated by a very scared and hopeful cancer survivor. Lets lift each other up in our prayers. My name is Carol Haag. Thanks for everything.
Carol Haag <rcarol1962@yahoo.com; www.caringbridge.org/ky/carolhaag>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, April 22, 2004 9:15 PM CDT

Hi Chris, just checking in with you to let you know we are still thinking and praying for all of you. I am going to try and get the girls one day next week.
kristie
louisville, ky - Thursday, April 22, 2004 7:06 AM CDT

Chris, Thanks for keeping your page going. We miss Sarah very much at evenSong. Every week we have at least one "Sarah conversation". I think about you often and hope and pray that you're getting through it okay. Your days sound like the ones I used to have when my kids were small and my dad had just died. I was constantly exausted, just trying to keep going. I think what you're going through is very normal, but very hard. The Strength of God be with you.
Laura Lea Duckworth <llducky@aol.com>
Louisville, Ky - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 9:25 AM CDT

Dear Chris,
You are doing an awesome job of letting Sarah's light and love shine. Thank you for all your updates and for allowing us to stay connected even though Sarah has left us behind. I pray for you and your family often, Sarah has no need of my prayers now, but I often ask her to send me some love and patience when my kids are getting to me.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Sunday, April 18, 2004 9:31 PM CDT

Chris, you and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers often. I definitely agree with you, Sarah was one of the most courageous, loving and beautiful people I have had the privilege to "know". I put that in quotes because I never got to meet her in person, but only through the medium of the computer. Sarah posted on some of the message boards on AOL that I post/ed on including the Jan 99 Mommies and the Catholic Parents Support Board. I also wanted to tell you that I made a tribute donation to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life in Sarah's name. God bless you and the girls!
Deb Jones <MCMamaJ@aol.com>
Camp Lejeune, NC - Friday, April 16, 2004 10:28 PM CDT

Hi Chris. I enjoy reading of your continuing journey, I am sure it is hard but know that you have lots of friends and their love behind you. You inspire me; your continued growth and commitment to the plan you and Sarah had for your girls. Well done Chris. Carry on.
Dave DeKold (Daddy of O (whom Sarah delivered)) <amx1dcd2@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN - Thursday, April 15, 2004 9:30 PM CDT

Several times at a recent "field trip" I felt the urge to email Sarah afterwards! There is nothing like the commonality of a mother who desires to teach and learn along with her children. My prayer is that you, Chris will be afforded the opportunity to complete yours and Sarah's desire for your "girls"! God is ABLE!
Sh
- Thursday, April 15, 2004 3:13 PM CDT

Hi Chris--
Thanks for keeping up the journal. When the girls get to be older, it will be so informative to them to be able to read about themselves, and about your feelings as a parent. I really admire how you are handling yourself. Sarah did well to choose you as a husband and father to her girls. I'm glad to be able to read it, too, and keep up with you guys.

I think about Sarah all the time. The other day, I was at choir practice at St. Francis in the Fields. It was late. I was tired and wishing I could just go home. Then I considered that I should be grateful to sing. I contemplated all the times Sarah was desperately ill and still drug herself to practice. I should be singing for Sarah AND me. But then again, I think Sarah has other engagements. She's singing with the heavenly host this Easter!

This year I have endeavored to get my life in order and have been frantically cleaning out closets and organizing recipes. I am a bit of a recipe collector...with dozens of cookbooks and a blizzard of little scraps of paper that I've saved over the years. I gasped when I came upon some recipes Sarah had given me. It was a miracle I hadn't lost them. So I wanted you to know that I have her recipe for Almond Cookies and Cracker cookies if for any reason you do not have them.

Glad to hear you're getting to a "new normal." It is hard but you are strong. Remember that.
Susan Gosselin <sjgosselin@insightbb.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, April 12, 2004 12:18 AM CDT

Chris & Girls, Happy Easter!
Chris have you ever thought of writting a book? Honestly, you have so many things to share, so many things that touch my heart and I know the hearts of others. I think that your honesty and faith would be a rock to so many people looking for hope in the path of pain and sorrow. I truly mean this. Have you ever considered it? Blessings!
Robin Paboojian <hyekidsmom@aol.com>
Fowler, CA usa - Sunday, April 11, 2004 10:27 PM CDT

Happy Easter!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Lou, Ky - Sunday, April 11, 2004 12:43 AM CDT

We so loved our sling and when I could NOT find my denim sling Miss Sarah let us borrow a black and white checked one for Olivia. Funny, after I had returned the black and white one I found our denim one...Olivia could not "ride" in a sling too comfortably...now we know why!

This week always will bring me to the birth of my Olivia Blinn and with it a special lady who was my "birthplan" and allowed my daughter to be born with the dignity any babe deserves.

Sarah had to call off her cantoring. . .for O's Thursday night birth.

~~Sheila~~
www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold, ~John 9:3~ - Monday, April 5, 2004 7:09 PM CDT

Hey Poo, thanks again for showing me how to use the sling. I went shopping with Mom and Annie and Jillian slept the entire time. What a great idea! I'm lovin' it! Thanks again for coming up to Indy. It was wonderful to see you and the girls. I hope you come up again and stay sometime. I'm sure the girls would love to sleep on air mattresses in the "pool" (table) room. HA! Jillian needs to know her cousins. The girls seem to be doing great Poo, I'm proud of you. :) Peace to you all. Love, Cath
Cathy Morgan <morgan.r@worldnet.att.net>
New Palestine, Indiana USA - Monday, April 5, 2004 5:41 PM CDT

Dearest K family, I cried when I read how Sarah came in and took care of Ingy, and we stay at home parents have to stick together, you have my sympathy for the interrupted nights, I can identify.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Tuesday, March 30, 2004 8:25 PM CST

Your story of Ingrid's nighttime distress and the comfort she received from being wrapped in S's blanket was very touching to me. It's a privilege to share those moments with you, and helps me know how to pray. I pray that Holy Week and Easter will be times of blessing and comfort you, but am told that the first of any significant event after a death is very difficult. May you know God's presence in a new way. Barb
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 1:51 PM CST

Just wanted to let you guys know my family and I are praying for you!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Lou., ky - Monday, March 29, 2004 9:36 PM CST

Hi, I just wanted to let you guys know my family and I are praying for you!
Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Lou, ky - Monday, March 29, 2004 8:51 PM CST

How sweet! I feel so priveledged that you allow us to come into your home and your lives and watch you heal... you also share with us perfect examples of the forever living human spirit. I am in awe, not of how many times Sarah has helped you, but in the beautiful ways that she has. It is clear that Ingrid has quite a connection with her Mama. Sarah truly speaks to you through that blessed child - through all of them, I'm sure.

God bless you and keep you strong and safe, and may He bless you with peace and patience! I too am quite familiar with the stuffy nose routine throughout the night!

Much love and prayers,
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Maumee, OH - Monday, March 29, 2004 8:11 AM CST

Hello Chris and girls..
It was so good reading the journal tonight. It is amazing how Sarah's spirit calmed sweet Ingy back to sleep, I believe it with all of my heart. I know Sarah is with you, I know she is watching over you...I miss her too!
Robin Paboojian <hyekidsmom@aol.com>
Fowler, CA usa - Sunday, March 28, 2004 11:47 PM CST

Chris, thank you for these postings. I think about the girls and you so often, and this is so nice to keep up with you guys. Spring break is next week, so maybe I can get the girls again and have a play date. God Bless you all.
Kristie Lutz
Louisville, ky - Monday, March 22, 2004 6:12 PM CST

Dear Chris,

My mom told me last weekend about Sarah. I feel ashamed to say that I didn't even know she was sick. I spent the next day "Googling" Sarah's name and came across this website. I feel fortunate to have found this website. Whether it was the smartest thing to do or not is a different story but I spent all of last Sunday reading every entry. For a week I have been struggling with what to say and I realize there is nothing I can say but to offer you and the girls my prayers and support.

With Love,
Denise (Krauskopf) Gorman
Denise (Krauskopf) Gorman <starrgazerr1973@comcast.net>
Niles, MI USA - Monday, March 22, 2004 6:24 AM CST

Chris,
Thanks for keeping up the website. My father died 4 years ago today, he died an old man (not old enough in my opinion) and had a great life. I remember in the months following his death I sometimes found myself wishing it was the day of the visitation and funeral because I felt so numb sometimes and wanted the "pain" associated with grieving. Also, it was nice having all my friends and family around me in the days following his death. I wonder if this is a little of what Theresa is feeling. I'll be interested to hear what else she has to say.

You and your family are in our prayers.
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Sunday, March 21, 2004 9:25 PM CST

You don't really think Sarah is going to let you raise those girls without her input do you? Us ladies always feel like we have to have a hand in everything our families do. God bless you all.
Jo <utahjo@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Friday, March 19, 2004 11:52 AM CST

May peace continue to wash over you. I hope you and the girls are always comforted by Sarah's spirit and your memories of your life together. How beautiful your love still is. Thank you for continuing the site.

God bless you all,
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Maumee, OH - Thursday, March 18, 2004 7:16 AM CST

Chris,
Just wanted to let you know that I have followed your families journey for quite some time now. Never met you or your wife.

My best fried just passed away March 9th of a brain tumor. He had been married for almost 12 years and he and his wife Whitney have 3 children. 9,8 and 6. My question to you is I feel so helpless. I cant take her pain away and i know that, but can you give me some advise as to what i can do for her. Glad you are doing good.
Barbara J. Taylor <bjt@insightbb.com>
Louisville, KY - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 7:12 PM CST

Hi Chris and girls. Just want you to know that I am still reading you entries. I check almost every day to see if there is something new posted - and usually the days I miss are the ones on which you post! I do enjoy keeping up on all of you and how you are working your way through this grieving process. I am impressed with all of you and keep you in my prayers each day. Just wanted to say hi and assure you that my thoughts are still very much with you. Thank you, Chris, for keeping us up on your lives. Blessings, Donna
Donna Young <dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, March 16, 2004 10:52 AM CST

I,too, had Mrs. Angel--picked up the typo but didn't want to hurt your feelings. It's nice to have a laugh now and again. Thinking of you all often, loving you always.

Beth Carter <bethwcarte@aol.com>
Naperville, IL - Friday, March 12, 2004 4:19 PM CST

Chris, even though it might be hard to realize as you grieve for Sarah, He has truly blessed you. As I read through your entries, it is obvious that God has blessed you with a love that so many of us will never experience. I wish I could explain why it was so short-lived. Please keep the faith.
Marsha
Frankfurt, Germany - Friday, March 12, 2004 2:42 PM CST

Dear Chris, Ralph, Sue, Kent, and Joey;

First, a note to Chris. I don't belive we've ever met, but when you married into the Hughes family, you became a friend, because the Hughes family was very helpful to me when I lived in Muncie.

I was shocked to read in the Ball State Alumnus magazine that Sarah had passed away. I think of you (the Hughes family) often and have prayed for you every time I think of you. My heart sank as I read Sarah's name. All I could think of was how the Hughes family had helped and been a friend the nine years I lived in Muncie. Unfortunately I feel powerless to help, but please know that grieve with you and pray for you. It is hard to know that true and good friends suffer. Please know, even though I haven't seen you for several years, I still remember your familys kindness - through which many times I have seen the face of Christ. I pray God's peace on your family.
Peter Schunk <hoosierschunk@prodigy.net>
Burnsville, Mn - Tuesday, March 9, 2004 12:30 AM CST

It was wonderful to read Kent's beautiful reflection of knowing Sarah. I think of her every Sunday night at Compline when I sing the chant that she always sang. "I will lay me down in peace and take my rest, for it is thou only that makest me dwell in safety." Memories of her jokes still cause me to grin. I miss her.
Dale McAbee <dmcabee@bhsi.com>
Louisville, KY Jefferson - Saturday, March 6, 2004 1:46 PM CST

Kent -

I cannot stop the tears. Just when I feel like I am used to thinking that Sarah is in heaven, I find another reason to miss her here. Your story was astounding and more than beautiful. I grew up as an only child at home, but now have two young sons. One of my few extraordinary goals in life is to be sure that they are friends - true, deep and undying friends. It is amazing the relationship that you two shared, what I hope for my Trevor and Andy to share.

Thank you so very, very, VERY much for teaching us more about Sarah. I love to hear about her life before I met her in 2001. She was so meaningful to me in just the short while I knew her. I will never, ever, ever forget her. I've often told Chris via email that I truly believe Sarah was an angel that God sent to us to help us with our own trial. She assisted my husband and I in the delivery of our second son, Andrew, who was born with a large tumor in his chest. She was a voice of reason and comfort for me and before I could tell her all of this, she became sick.

I do miss her. Not nearly as much as you and Chris and the girls, but I do. You're all in my prayers - and your parents as well.

Thanks again.
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Friday, March 5, 2004 1:47 PM CST

Kent-

I too was blessed enough to visit Sarah that Monday and cherish it completely into my heart of hearts. It was refreshing to have us both shed tears and to be honestly intimate for those few moments as we had been so many times via emails and instant messaging which was our primary way of communication. God bless brothers and sisters. I too, have an older brother 18 months my senior whom I spoke with just last night for over 2.5 hours until 3:30 AM. And even though my daughter is home after a 3 night hospital stay in which I was with her and exhausted, but connecting with my dearest and closest friend gives me sweet energy and hope for the days ahead.

Sheila~~~www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold
- Friday, March 5, 2004 12:15 AM CST

Dear Chris and girls,
I didn't know Sarah very well, I knew of her from the PD board on AOL. I have continued reading this journal just to see how you all were doing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all each day. I know times can be tough but I know that the Lord will be with you all each and every day holding your hands as you walk the path during this tough time. I wish that I would have had the chance to get to know Sarah better. I have heard wonderful things about her from the PD board and from you. I know that I would have learned alot from her. God Bless you all!
Denise Hamilton <shirosemommy@aol.com>
Vicksburg, MS USA - Tuesday, March 2, 2004 10:33 PM CST

As Chris so succinctly points out, it has been a month. Wow, people say that time flies when you are having fun but they never tell you how fast it passes when you are in pain.
I wanted to say the amount of love and compassion that poured out when the news of my sister�s death was made known overwhelmed our family. I never knew how many lives Sarah had touched. It makes me feel small in comparison to see the giant shadow she cast just by being herself. All who knew her and were able to come to her wake and funeral Mass expressed over and over to me how her example made a concrete change in their lives. Those of you who were unable to come have done the same here online.
Thank you for sharing your lives with us. It has been a huge help to know how she lives on through you.

Kent A Hughes RA <kenta@ameritech.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Sunday, February 29, 2004 6:01 AM CST

I did not know Sarah at all. I was lead to this link through a doula message board. I just had to say how just reading a few of your journal entries has given me such strength. I am very sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for you and your girls... that you continue to rely on God's comfort and grace to help you through your sorrow.
Trudi Shafer <doulatrudi@hotmail.com>
Davenport, IA United States - Thursday, February 26, 2004 9:34 PM CST

A month? A month of days missing Sarah, of missing her so much, and yet feeling her near. A month of tears, a month of feeling God's love through Sarah's amazing self. God Bless you Chris, and love and hugs to those beautiful, amazing girls, who continue to be Sarah's finest legacy.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Monday, February 23, 2004 8:08 PM CST

So Sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sorry but I just found out about Sarahs death. I hope things are getting better for you and your children. I don't know if you remember me but i was one of Sarahs nurses in the phase one clinic at Tennessee Oncology. I looked at all of your beautiful wood work. Once again I am really sorry for your loss. I could not imagine what you are going through. Please call us if you need to talk. Rachelle Humphrey,Phase one Clinic at Tennessee Oncology
Rachelle Humphrey <rachellehump@yahoo.com>
Thompsons Station, tn usa - Monday, February 23, 2004 3:02 PM CST

Chris,

I have been been praying for your family (and lurking through Sarah's website) for the last month. I came across the story of your lives quite by chance.

My parents were visiting us in Southern Indiana from Albany (a Muncie suburb, sort of) the weekend of Sarah's funeral. They usually check their local paper online while they are away. Mom noticed Sarah's name and age and that she lived in Louisville. I said I thought I remembered the two of you from Delta, but all I could remember of Sarah was that she was a very talented flute player and a very graceful young lady (much unlike myself). After a couple of inquiries I found her website.

Wow! What a strong and courageous woman, what a loving mother, what a devoted wife, what a faithfilled Christian believer she was. She is a fine example of everything I want to be. She has taught me many things in the past month. I wish I could have talked to her before she had to go. Of course, I would have probably said something stupid, like, "Let me know..." (ha ha)

Reading through her journal I have been able to refocus myself on the things that really matter. I have a new appreciation for being able to run my kids around town, for spending time with my husband, and for the often tedious chores of laundry and dinner. These blessings are often overlooked.

Thank you for sharing your beautiful love story with me and everyone else. Often as I wonder how you are doing I come to the site and you have just posted an update. Right before you told the story of how you met, I was wondering about your earlier years and trying to figure out why I couldn't remember her better. Then I learned that she left Delta before graduation. I graduated in 1982 and she must have moved away during my freshman year.

Thanks again for everything you are giving us. You and your daughters are in my prayers. May God bless you all.

Lisa

Lisa Huston Didelot <lihudi@aol.com>
Georgetown, IN - Monday, February 23, 2004 1:09 PM CST

Chris and girls, we are all now back from our very needed vacations. Today, Makenna asked if Theresa goes to school. I told her Chris home schooled her, and she said great, because she really wants to come see you and Zoe. So I will call to make plans for one day. God Bless you all.
Kristie Lutz
Louisville, ky - Monday, February 23, 2004 12:34 AM CST

Dear Chris �

Your notes are such a warm expression of how to create and sustain a foundation of love, strength and flexibility in a family. You, the girls and Sarah�s parents are just doing it, day by day.

The mechanical aspect of death can evoke a lot of pain. It occurred to me that the act of baking bread is mechanical too; but, the fragrance, taste and recollections associated are priceless. Like music it softens the sharp edges of life and weaves a texture of memories with the now.

�and nothing like puke and diarrhea to experience NOW.

Wishing you all the best,

Linda J Hill <Linda@lindajhill.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Sunday, February 22, 2004 8:18 AM CST

When I read of your copying death certificates, I remembered doing the same. Over and over and over. Seemed everyone wanted one. I had to go back to the mortuary to get more "originals" for those who would not accept a copy. Hang in there. Sounds like you are doing a super job with the girls. Sarah would be pleased.
Wanda Gouge <Peppermint1996@aol.com>
Muncie, IN USA - Saturday, February 21, 2004 7:33 PM CST

Chris, You are a super father and a blessing to your children. Hang in there. You are such an ispiration to let me know that if something happened to me through all of this, my kids would be fine. That is the main concern of mine. Not so much am I scared of dying because I would be in a much better place but I worry for the kids. Thanks for helping us see how life does go on. God bless you and your family.
Carol Haag <carol@ppaky.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Saturday, February 21, 2004 12:25 AM CST

Dear Chris,
I'm so glad the trip was good for everyone. I hadn't been to the website for awhile, because it hurts so much to read your pain. Just about the time I think I can talk about it without crying, it hits me again. I never expected that I would miss Sarah so much.

She would have gotten a big kick out of my visit to the dermatologist last week. They've invited me to come to their national convention as one of the patients who has a new or very rare condition. Approx 100 dermatologists will attempt to diagnose and treat us patients at that time. Sarah would be laughing with me at how we just have to be different. I take comfort in knowing that she cared about me so much and worried about me, while I worried about her, but we would have shared the laughter. All my love to you and the girls. I'll call soon to chat on my "free" minutes. Love, your sister Jo
Johanna Salazar <jsalazar@iupui.edu>
- Friday, February 20, 2004 1:40 PM CST

Dear Chris, I am so grateful that this journal is theraputic for you, because it certainly is for those who come to read, cry a few tears, smile and fill our hearts with joy. Prayers for when the waves come.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Wednesday, February 18, 2004 5:55 PM CST

Chris...I received a card from Thelma Lee and wanted to pass on to you the words on the card...they echo Sarah's love of music.
"A life well-lived doesn't end any more than music ends...it echoes through time with whispers of beauty and grace...If we listen, we can hear the encore with our hearts, for the song plays on, just as love lives on."
I have been thinking of you guys a lot lately...the family went up to Cincinnati on Mon. and as we returned I thought of the last time I had made that same trip with you and the girls on the Sun. before Sarah's death. I miss her a lot as well. You have wonderful children who will let Sarah live on around you.
We pray for you and love you all lots.
Ruth-Ann <Rufuscnm@aol.com>
Fisherville, KY USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 6:49 AM CST

My heart aches for all four of you, not to mention for all of us who have also lost Sarah. How sad to hear of your low point yesterday and how wonderful at the same time for you to get peace from baby Ingrid. Sarah is with you and those girls right now, just as you said she was on the beach. She is looking after you and I bet she made sure that Ingy heard that tape of mommy's voice, and also sent her to you with a picture. Children are so innocent, yet they know sooooo very much. They don't yet know fear and embarrasment of speaking about their feelings. So sweet.

Your family continues to be in my prayers. In fact, last night my son Trevor (who is 3) was saying his prayers and said we had to say a special one for Sarah, even though "she's not sick anymore". He wanted God to bless her family. How beautiful. :) Those are the moments that make you so proud as a parent.

God bless and keep you. Thank you so much for continuing to update and fill us in on your healing process.
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Maumee, OH - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 4:00 PM CST

Chris and Girls, I am keeping you all in my prayers. Your strength and grace as you work thru all the pain and loss and yet can still see brightness and beauty are an inspiration to me. I will always be sorry that I didn't get a chance to meet Sarah in person when you were in Seattle but am so glad you and she had that time together.
Kristin <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 10:05 AM CST

Chris,
I am holding you up in prayer. Sarah has left us all a wonderful legacy.
Wayne
Wayne Crabtree <wcrabtree61@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, February 17, 2004 8:55 AM CST

Dear Chris, Welcome back home. I continue to check this website daily, I continue to think of Sara and her spirit. Thank you so much for continuing on with her website, when I read about you and the girls, I get sad, but only for a minute, then I smile, I know Sara is right there by your side encouraging you, and guiding you in your daily life with the girls..May God's love continue to heal your broken heart..Blessings and love,
Robin Paboojian <hyekidsmom@aol.com>
Fowler, CA 93625 - Monday, February 16, 2004 10:07 PM CST

Chris, Thank you for sharing so openly what you are going through. Sarah would mention in her journal entries about making bread. I always thought that was so neat. I believe I was even inspired to buy yeast once, but never got any further. Maybe you could share the recipe for "Sarah's Bread" sometime. What lucky girls to have homemade bread every week. We should all be so lucky to be nourished the way those girls are.
God Bless,
Maria
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, February 16, 2004 10:00 PM CST

Chris, Your stories break my heart and I pray for your family to have strength to grow stronger every day. Sarah told me about her website at the make-up class and since her passing I have started my own website to try and help people be more aware of breast cancer.. I would have never done so without Sarah's advice. Maybe it will help someone to avoid the terrible experience of cancer.
Stay strong and God bless.

Carol Haag <carol@ppaky.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Sunday, February 15, 2004 8:47 AM CST

Hi Chris and girls, I wanted to welcome you back. We are leaving today for our vacation, so I will get in touch when we return. I am glad you had such a healing trip, sometimes just getting away can help so much. God Bless, Kristie
Kristie Lutz <drlutz@prodigy.net>
Louisville, Ky USA - Friday, February 13, 2004 6:02 AM CST

Dear Chris and family,
Just wanted to express my condolences. I have been reading his journal for about 1-2 months now and I just can't believe what has happened.She was a lovely mother,friend,stranger,daughter,etc.Chris,you have been a very good father and holding up really well and I know those girls will be just like their wonderful mother...You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers and I wanted to wish you all the best:) Hang in there and stay strong..Sarah is watching over you and the girls...Also,I know Sarah would be happy that you have continued this journal,which she enjoyed everyday when she had the time..Thanks again Chris for keeping us in your lives..God Bless and take care.
Shonna Sprague <mom2blaize01@aol.com>
Keystone Heights, FL United States - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 8:51 PM CST

Sarah lived her life as she was looking through a kaleidoscope. You see, she was very careful to turn things a certain way to see the different beauty. Not everyone sees the same thing. I feel Sarah believed that every aspect of her life was a small piece of the scope and that depending on how she turned it, the beauty she saw would change before her eyes. I was blessed with Sarah as a sister-n-law and am thankful for that. She gave me the ability to see things in a different way, thus making my life better.
JoAnna Krauskopf #9's wife <mattyent1@mindspring.com>
Bloomington, IL USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 6:37 PM CST

Chris and family- Its so good to hear that you are doing well and taking some time off. Hope you have a great time. Chris I hope you dont mind me taking this opportunity to ask the "readers" out there for their prayers and support for me and my family. I have stage 2b breast cancer and am going through treatment. I have four children. I met Sarah at a make-up class called Look Good, Feel Good and she told me about how to set up a website. I never did because I always just went to her site and was uplifted by her humor and she also emailed me with answers to my many questions that only someone who has been there knows about. I cant tell you how much I miss her stories. So anyway now I am going to start a website like she said to do and I would love for anyone who has time to pray for me and write me. My kids are 2 girls, Amber and Whitney ages 17 and 14, and 2 boys, Jacob and Lukas ages 10 and 6. We are deeply religios and that is helping my kids and myself through this trying time. It is making me a much stronger person. However I miss having someone else to talk to and who gives me little pep talks. Sarah did not realize how much she touched so many people. My website is www.caringbridge.org/ky/carolhaag.
God continue to bless you Chris and your family>
Carol Haag <carol@ppaky.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 9:07 AM CST

I only knew Sarah online as SarahMonitrice, but I remember her caring, intelligence and wit - as well as her love of women and new families.
Thank you for your legacy Sarah...the world is better for you having been in it.
DeeDee Farris-Folkerts, CD <doula4u@tranquility.net>
Missouri - Sunday, February 8, 2004 10:30 AM CST

I am Sarah's mother and I would enjoy hearing from any of you who could show me more of my daughter. She and I both enjoy kaliedescopes which, as you know, show you ordinary things magnified many times and astound one with beauty in the ordinary. I gave birth to her, raised her and loved her. And in the last year and a half I walked beside her in a long and arduous journey that didn't end the way I wanted. I watched her die but still it is not quite believable that she is gone. She filled a lot of space in my life, but I'd like to see her through your eyes. Thanks.
Mary Sue Hughes <msh35@msn.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Saturday, February 7, 2004 7:21 AM CST

Dear Chris,
I am so sad to hear about Sarah's death. She was our doula for my daughter's birth in 2002 and I was writing to let her know we're expecting another baby in July. I'm still in shock at reading your entries and a bit numb as I try to take in the news.

I lost my mother to cancer in 1995 and know what a strange and difficult process grieving is. From reading the journal though, you sound as if you're doing really well. I'm glad you're keeping it up.

She was a wonderful person and I know you and the girls must miss her immensely.
Lynette
- Friday, February 6, 2004 2:34 PM CST

Your journal is such a beautiful testimony to Sarah's life. Each entry is filled with life and love and reflects so much strength and courage. Sharing it with those of us who only "knew" Sarah via email (doula list serv) has been a much appreciated gift. Thank you. A warm embrace, Joni
joni nichols <joninichols@infosel.net.mx>
Guadalajara, Mexico - Friday, February 6, 2004 12:18 AM CST

My thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Jennifer Graham CD (DONA)
- Friday, February 6, 2004 10:18 AM CST

Chris, I don't know you and your family except through this web-site and through my friend Sheila Dekold. I just pray that your faith gets you through this. From what I have read, I believe it will. I know you and the girls have a lot of prayers storming towards heaven but it never hurts to have one more. God Bless you and your beautiful daughters. In closing, I want to thank you for your journal entries. What hope you have given to people looking for faith, love, and commitment!!!
Marsha Drescher <mdres0608@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, February 5, 2004 11:39 PM CST

I shed the sweetest tears here. Thank you for continuing to make this a place for Sarah and those who love her. My heart is full and the spirit flows. Prayers always for you and the girls when the waves come.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Thursday, February 5, 2004 6:54 PM CST

I'm so sorry to learn of Sarah's death today. I "knew" of her from doula groups online and never realized she was ill. I'm sorry I wasn't able to have offered my support to her and your family earlier. Bless you...
Kris Bagiu <kris@learnaboutbirth.com>
Littleton, CO USA - Thursday, February 5, 2004 5:44 PM CST

The last two weeks must have been a time of the most incredibe anguish time of your lives, yet as I read your journal entries and listen to what my dear friend Sue says about your family, I am confident that you will find solace, comfort, and eventually victory over your pain. God bless you all.
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Thursday, February 5, 2004 3:19 PM CST

Chris, I hope that Sarah's spririt continues to visit and envelop your girls - and you. She will always be there for you to talk to, confide in and laugh with... you just have to have the courage of your children to let it in and talk about it.

My father died just after I met the man who would be my husband. Unbeknownst to me at the time, my husband asked my father for my hand in marriage - at the funeral. When we finally became engaged, we traveled home to Ohio to tell our families... obviously one person was missing. The night of our engagement party, my husband had a dream that he went fishing with my father (they never met). He said that the two of them were in a boat and that my dad was wearing blue canvas slip-on shoes, an alligator shirt with tiny holes near the pocket, and a Ford baseball cap. I was certain immediately that my father approved of Kevin, as that was the precise outfit he wore EVERY time he went fishing. Dad let me know that he was happy for me. Later, after we were married, I had repeated dreams of seeing him at my wedding from across the reception hall. I could never make it over to him. Then, finally, the dream came where I ran to him and we danced. I've never had that dream again. My dad died on my birthday 7 years ago. The wound is still fresh, though not as painful as it once was. I talk to him all the time and I miss him so - particularly now that he has two grandsons. I think he chose to go on a special date b/c he never wanted me to forget him. Birthdays are hard now, but I'm happy that he found peace with God on a day I'll never forget.

The human spirit may go, but the eternal spirit lives on forever. God bless you all and give you peace and understanding.
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Thursday, February 5, 2004 7:53 AM CST

Chris -- Its Feb 3, 2004. Readng your update, I see its 10 years ago today since you wrote your letter to Sarah and began a truly beautiful love affair! May God bless you and your children!
Julie <Julie_doyle22@yahoo.com>
Toronto, On Canada - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 12:29 AM CST

What a beautiful realization. A full circle between Mommy and baby. I am in awe of how these things work out. How special for all of the girls to see their Mother attain such peace.

May God continue to bless you.
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH 43551 - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 7:17 AM CST

Chris, Theresa, Zoe, and Ingrid, thank you for playing with Peyton today. We had a great time! Next time hopefully Makenna and Bailey can play. Chris, thank you for continuing to post on this web. It has helped so many people heal. God Bless you all.
Kristie Lutz <drlutz@prodigy.net>
Louisville, KY 40291 - Monday, February 2, 2004 8:04 PM CST

Dear Chris,
I learned of Sarah through the AOL PD Board. She and I didn't know each other well, but I always looked forward to her witty and wise comments! I have been reading Sarah's journal since she was diagnosed, and I am so saddened by her passing. I feel that Sarah's life and death is a lesson for us all. Please keep updating the journal.
janna Brown <Mom2MSB@aol.com>
East Kingston, NH USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 7:58 PM CST

Dear Chris,

Reading about you and the girls, and hopefully you being able to share, has been very healing. Sarah's funeral was beautiful and in every note the choirs sang, I felt Sarah was singing right along with them. It was painful to accept her death and say goodbye, but it was also a fitting and beautiful ceremony. The luncheon afterward was wonderful, and also very healing. I reconnected with choir friends and told Wayne I'm sure Sarah is quite pleased with herself for getting us back in touch with each other. I continue to pray for you and the girls, but I know that in your hands and with their Guardian Angel Mommy watching over them, they will come through this and have happy, blessed lives, as will you. I will stay in touch and keep checking back. If you need anything, favorite recipes and cooking classes included, please don't hesitate to call or write. Also, I don't know if you want to post your address here, but I would like to send something to you and the girls, so please email that when you have a chance. Love,

Mary

Mary Long <mlongky@earthlink.net>
Louisville, KY - Monday, February 2, 2004 11:51 AM CST

Dear Chris and little girls,
My name is Patricia Gates; I worked with Sarah at U of L when she was doing research with Dr. Gall and I was with Drs. Cook and Sanfilippo. She and I had many fun times together! I received an e-mail from Cara Cloud a few days ago and was shocked and saddened to hear of Sarah's illness and recent death. My love and prayers go out to you, Chris, and to your beautiful little girls. I know that Sarah is now at peace with God, where she prays for and watches over you all. May God bless and keep you all and give you his strength.
Patricia Gates <plgates@aol.com>
East Lansing, MI USA - Monday, February 2, 2004 7:03 AM CST

Dear Chris, Thank you soooo much for continuing to share your life with us through the website. We just returned from our Puerto Rico mission trip and I just read your entries. I thought of all of you often last week and kept you in my prayers. I know that the writing must be hard, but I hope it is also healing for you. I remember the weekend you were here. Zoe was having trouble going to sleep and Sarah sang to her over the phone. It touched my heart so then. As I read of how Zoe taught you "their" song, I was moved to tears. What a wonderful heritage Sarah has left for her daughters and what a wealth of love and life she left with you. I can only imagine the intense pain you must feel without her and I am so glad that you are able to express that pain and love to all of us. I think the whole process of Sarah's illness has been handled in such a healthy, loving way and I am very impressed by your openness with all of us. Thank you again and know that all of you are in our prayers and our love is with you. Oh, and I also have to tell you that I LOVED the story of your marriage proposal to Sarah! It will bring a laugh to my heart any time I think of it.
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Sunday, February 1, 2004 4:04 PM CST

What an especially touching entry. God is with those girls every moment of every day. He is with you, as you see Sarah all over your house and in your children's eyes. Keep her there. How wonderfully special that Zoe taught you momma's lullaby. That brings tears to my eyes. I've never thought about that... we all do our own special things with our children, and forget how deeply engrained they are in their little heads, how they remember every little thing. Encourage them, and yourself to talk about Sarah often, as you are now. Never stop and she will never stop being there with each of you.

Always in thought and prayer,
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Saturday, January 31, 2004 9:36 PM CST

Chris, I have been carrying you and the girls in my heart this week. Thank you for continuing the journal entries. It really helps to know how you are doing. EvenSong rehearsed yesterday. We really miss Sarah. She will always be a part of us.
Laura Lea <llducky@aol.com>
- Saturday, January 31, 2004 8:46 PM CST

Dear Chris. I'm glad you are continuing the journal entries. Reading them daily has become a part of my life that I continue to cherish. May the sharing of your story help to ease your sorrow. Someday your daughters will have the opportunity to read them, too, and to know their mommy better because of them. God's comfort to you all. Barb Mixell
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Friday, January 30, 2004 3:38 PM CST

Dear Chris and Family, this site was emailed to me from an online friend. I have spent time the past few days reading the entries and your wonderful stories. My husband and I send our condolences to you. How awsome that she touched so many lives in such a positive manner. Truly a rare quality.
Jim and Leslie McGrath <eaglesmom1963@yahoo.com>
North Olmsted (Cleveland Suburb), OH United States - Thursday, January 29, 2004 6:37 PM CST

I will hold the specialness of Sarah with me always.
I too, have thought that she knows answers to life's questions and but most importantly has seen The Creator. What great peace!
I will cherish and miss her sharing about teaching her own children-her love for family and our conversations of life in the personal medical game--kindred spirit for sure.

Praying for a blanket of peace and joy to cover your whole family.
Keep writing Chris.
Sheila DeKold <SheDeKold@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN U*S*A! - Thursday, January 29, 2004 5:43 PM CST

Chris, I read your journals here from the hospital in Cincinnati everytime you update. You give me strength to carry on as I deal with my son and his illness. You are such a great man and a wonderful father. Sarah was an awesome doula and nurse and taught me so many things about being a monitrice. She brought Sheila and I together here at Cincinnati Children's Hospital over a year ago and a true friendship bond began because the two of us had so many things in common dealing with children who have life threatning illnesses. I am forever grateful to her for that. And even with all that and when she was dealing with her own cancer, she wanted to help us and see what we needed last year when Matthew was so sick and she would call and check on us. She even sent a donation to his fund, how amazing is that!! She was a remarkable woman, and I am so glad that you are a great husband to have stayed by her side through everything, I know it was probably hard at times to be a caregiver. I know, I am there too. Matthew asked about Sarah and asked for updates even when he was in ICU recently. I told him last week that he had another wonderful guardian angel who probably looked down on him too. You are in my prayers and so is the girls, May God bless your family!
Darla Lindenmayer <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer>
Lexington, IN - Thursday, January 29, 2004 11:12 AM CST

An online friend sent the link to Sarah's journal yesterday. My heart is with all of you. Chris, you are an amazing man so full of compassion and insight and love for your family. I know the Lord will hold you all in his arms and help you through this. What a brave and wonderful wife and mother Sarah was. Prayers and blessings to all of you, especially your beautiful daughters.
Lee Smith
New Brunswick , NJ USA - Thursday, January 29, 2004 9:11 AM CST

Chris, I am in awe of your strength. Just as Sarah always said, you are an amazing man. I was driving to work this morning when I heard "I Can Only Imagine" by Mercy Me come on the radio. Though I've loved the song always, it means more to me now. If you've never heard it, here are the lyrics...

I can only imagine what it will be like
When I walk by Your side
I can only imagine what my eyes will see
When Your face is before me
I can only imagine
I can only imagine

Surrounded by Your glory
What will my heart feel?
Will I dance for You, Jesus?
Or in awe of You be still?
Will I stand in Your presence?
Or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing hallelujah?
Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine
I can only imagine

I can only imagine when that day comes
And I find myself standing in the sun
I can only imagine when all I will do
Is forever, forever worship You
I can only imagine
I can only imagine

I can only imagine
When all I will do
Is forever, forever worship You
I can only imagine.

I wondered what Sarah did when she saw Him. It occured to me that she knows all now. She knows why the sky is blue, why people do the things they do, why she had to go. Once I realized this, I felt a tremendous amount of relief - the angel that God sent to me on Earth for Andy's delivery is now an angel in Heaven looking over all of us.

I am so grateful to have had her in my life, if only briefly. I am so happy that I had a chance to pray for her - and for your family, to give back all the prayers said for us when we needed them. May those prayers heal you now.

Thank you so much for sharing, for the site. Sarah was indeed lucky these last 10 years to have you.

May God bless the four of you immensely.

Always in thought and prayer,
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Thursday, January 29, 2004 8:15 AM CST

God bless you, Chris and girls. Thank you so much for sharing those heart-breaking details. God is with you, that is for sure. Lots of love,
Mindy Cope, Sheila Dekold's cousin <mindersue@aol.com>
Stevenson Ranch, CA USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 2:56 PM CST

Dear Chris. Your love for Sarah and your family is well documented,and a powerful and moving story.Thanks for letting all us share it with you. God's many wonderful blessings to you all. Thanks. Love, Karil
Karil Willenbrink <Karil0509@msn.com>
Louisville, Ky USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 11:59 AM CST

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan & Alan Schmetzer <aschmetz@iupui.edu>
Indianapolis, In USA - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 10:37 AM CST

Chris, Thanks for posting the info on how you had met up with Sarah. I had known that you had gotten together in Seattle (with sparks flying) but I didn't know that you had a crush on her in 6th grade. I had known Sarah since she had lived in Royerton, and I do remember her mentioning you to me and that the word "dreamy" was involved. Sarah and I were in many things together, Music Ministry with the People of Praise--she played the flute and I played the guitar and we were in Nursing School together--she was a year ahead of me since she went summers and she always told me which teachers she liked and who to watch out for, as well as really encouraged me in general. I had wanted to come and see you and Sarah in the fall, but I had a very bad kidney infection and surgery. When I came out of all of that it was Christmas. I had been reading Sarah's journal and keeping in touch through my parents Karl and Sandy Benkeser. I couldn't come to her service because I had to work and I had used up all my sick days in the fall.
I will continue to pray for you, Theresa, Zoe and Ingrid as well as Ralph and Sue and Kent and Linda and Joey--for strength and comfort. I think of Sarah's girls when I see mine. I was having my last one the year that Theresa was born. We had another thing in common--Sarah and I--we both loved maternal child nursing. I had worked as a birthing center nurse for 10 years at Columbus Regional Hospital. I thought when she became a doula that was wonderful. My husband Joe and I live in Columbus with our two daughters, Katie and Michelle. I hope some day to see you and the girls and Ralph and Sue. (I have missed seeing them too--they were really great role models for me growning up).
Many prayers with you for the days ahead,
With love for the Hughes/Krauskopf family, Barbie Benkeser Wesolowski
Barbie Benkeser Wesolowski <jdwbsw@sbcglobal.net>
Columbus, In - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 3:27 PM CST

Chris, thank you for sharing Sarah stories. They fill my soul with joy. Sharing Sarah is a precious gift, and when you talk about her, her self shines through and lights up the story. I don't know how you are finding the emotional energy to do it, but it is theraputic to read them. Keep it up if you want to. Every day I am coming to understand why Sarah loves you so much, and why she thinks you are so wonderful. I won't write that in the past tense, because I know that her love for you is forever.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Tuesday, January 27, 2004 3:11 PM CST

Chris and girls,

I believe in my heart that Sarah is watching over all of us. Her spirit will continue to live on in you and the girls. We were all truly blessed to have her in our life. Please know we are here to support you in any way we can. Just call on us and we'll be there.

All our love, Matt, JoAnna, Tyler and Abbey Krauskopf
Krauskopf Family #9 <mattyent1@mindspring.com>
Bloomington, IL USA - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 1:59 PM CST

Chris, Theresa, Zoe and Ingrid,
I am so sorry for the loss of Sarah. Your family has been in my thoughts for so long.... I wish everyone strength and peace in the days ahead. Sarah was loved by so many people....and lots who never even met her.

And Chris....many thanks for your journal entries. I really liked reading how you and Sarah met. What a great story! You are a wonderful man.
Gretchyn Bailey (From the PD Board) <kvetchy@aol.com>
Lansdale, PA - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 9:51 AM CST

Chris, Sarah was so lucky to have you by her side during her illness. I have breast cancer and although I do have a husband and he is there for me, we dont have the beautiful relationship that you two had. It is very important and I am so sure Sarah knew how lucky she was. Stay strong for your children as I know you will. And please , all the readers out there keep me in your prayers as I go through my struggle. All prayers are appreciated.
God bless you and your family Chris.
Carol Haag <carol@ppaky.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 8:14 AM CST

What a wonderful entry. THANK YOU SO MUCH for continuing to allow us into your lives. Those are the memeories that you'll tell your children, the memories that will keep her right here with each of us.

I'm sure I speak on behalf of everyone who reads and signs, that, when you're ready, we'd love to hear more about Sarah. I would love to know how she came to be a doula. She was so passionate about that.

Thanks for making me smile today. I'll never forget that engagement story! lol

God bless each of you. May He continue to bring you peace and comfort.
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 7:10 AM CST

Chris- Thank You for sharing the story of how you and sarah met.. It was wonderful to read.. and Very special that you shared it with all of us out here who came to love sarah.
Valerie Downs
Altoona, PA USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 9:36 PM CST

Now the (next) hard part begins. Know that you and the girls are in our prayers and that we will help as we can. I know that no one wants to be a model, but you have been. May God bless you, the girls, and Sarah.
Dave DeKold
Floyds Knobs, IN - Monday, January 26, 2004 2:52 PM CST

Chris - We are so glad we came to Sarah's "sending off" Mass. Our meeting you only confirms the love and mutual support that you had in your relationship. The music was an incredible tribute to one so gifted in that regard. Sarah and our daughters were great friends, and she will be missed by them. Be sure that God will provide for you in the days ahead, and we stand ready if you need us! Many blessings--
Karl and Sandy Benkeser <s.benkeser@worldnet.att.net>
Muncie, IN USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 8:29 AM CST

Chris, you are an incredible man. Sarah was wise to choose you for her soul-mate. Your caring spirit will serve you and your beautiful girls well.
I too felt Sarah's presence at Mass. The Magnum Mysterium just poured over the Choir loft. She was there.
You gave Sarah all she ever wanted--love and a family. I recall many conversations with Sarah about you and her gratitude that God had seen fit that you two find each other. I will continue to be a presence in your families' life. Don't know why Sarah and you chose me to be Zoe's Godfather, but I am honored and will be there for her and you.
Take care of yourself during these most difficult months and days ahead. My prayers continue for you and your girls and for Sue and Ralph and for your Mom and Dad and all of Sarah's and your Brothers and Sisters. Use their love for you during this time. Let them hold you up. I will be holding you up in prayer as well.
You are a remarkable man.
May the Lord bless you and keep you in the palm of His Hand.
With Blessings and prayers,
Your friend,
Wayne
Wayne Crabtree <wcrabtree61@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, January 26, 2004 7:13 AM CST

Please accept my condolences. I am family--you don't know me. My name is Jeannie Weisner Kile--Mary Sue's cousin. I wish I could have known Sarah--she seems like a very special person. Chris, I pray for you and for those precious little ones. I lost my daughter, Kitty, to Huntington's disease a short while ago. She and Sarah were born the same year. I am raising her son now. He is 17 yrs. old. Stay strong and thank you for being such a loving husband to my cousins's daughter. Everything changes is our lives, but God never does. He is with you. Love
Jeannie Kile <bjkile@cnz.com>
Brookville, IN USA - Sunday, January 25, 2004 4:20 PM CST

I have just found out about this web site and I am spending my day at work just reading every entry. This has left a great impact on me. My heart goes out to every one in the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please just let the 3 girls know that their mom will always be by their side. Looking over them and showing them the right way to go. God bless all of you, and I will be thinking of you guys from days to come.
melissa harkness <misstweety1909@insightbb.com>
louisville, ky - Sunday, January 25, 2004 2:57 PM CST

Dearest Chris and sweet girls:
I just wanted to let you know you all remain in my daily prayers. I received a prayer request from an online friend of Sarah's (from one of her message boards) and have been praying for you all since. Sarah sounds like such an extraordinary, fun, witty, beautiful woman. What a blessing. I'm sure Sarah felt it a tremendous blessing as well to be taken care of so wonderfully by a loving, devoted husband. I can tell you will do such a good job in keeping Sarah alive for your girls and at continuting to be a great daddy. I will pray for your strength and for God to ease your grief. I pray He will embrace you so you can truly feel Him and Sarah. God and peace be with you always. Yours in Jesus Christ, Debby
Debby Hunter <DSHandRJH@aol.com>
Chesterfield Township, MI USA - Sunday, January 25, 2004 12:56 AM CST

Chris, Sarah was so very lucky to have you, what a gift you gave her in helping her die feeling so loved. Thank you for posting about her last day, you've helped the rest of us too. I will miss her snappy remarks on the PD board...
Nell Goddin <lanellici@aol.com>
Charlottesville, VA - Sunday, January 25, 2004 12:36 AM CST

Chris, Theresa, Zoe and Ingrid: I am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Even though I never met Sarah in person, I will never forget her wit, intelligence and the deep love she had for her family. I wish you peace and strength in the days ahead.
Nancy Kelley (PD Board) <nakelley@aol.com>
Fairfield, CT - Sunday, January 25, 2004 12:10 AM CST

Dear Chris, I know that must have been hard for you to write, thank you so much for understanding that Sarah has touched so many people, and how much I appreciate you sharing those private, beautiful moments. It has been a privilege to love Sarah, to be loved by her, and to call her my friend. She will always be a part of my life, because who I am belongs partly to her. She spoke often of her love for you, and I understand better why she loved you as she did. She was filled with awe and admiration at your love for your children and herself. I guess you don't really know how often she spoke of you to others, but I want you to know she did alot! She thought of you as a gift from God, proving to her that God loved her and was mindful of her needs. Thank you Chris.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Sunday, January 25, 2004 11:28 AM CST

Dear Chris and Children,

I am very sorry that Sarah passed away. You and your family will always be in my prayers and I will always be here for you. I came across a poem from Edgar A. Guest that I want to share with you.

A MOTHER FINDS REST

And now she dwells where neither doubt nor fear
May find her breast;
No crying child may now disturb her here
Or break her rest.

Ended the ache of living. Here she lies
In wondrous peace.
God left a smile about her lovely eyes
With her release.

How oft we fretted her or caused her pain,
We cannot say.
Long hours she watched beside the window pane
With us away.

Her sleep we broke with whimpering and sighs
When we were ill.
Nor thought it much to rouse her with our cries,
As children will.

But now we suffer so, and vainly call
For her to come.
Her feet will never tread again the hall,
Her lips are numb.

Love had no more seet service to provide,
But this we know,
She'll watch for us upon the other side,
Who loved her so.

Kathleen Walters <wltrskak@aol.com>
Pompano Beach, FL USA - Sunday, January 25, 2004 11:05 AM CST

Chris, you and your family will continue to be in my thoughts. I am so very sorry. Thank you for taking the time to post your thoughts this week. I will truly miss Sarah's grace and humor on our Positive Discipline board.
Jennifer <jendandj@aol.com>
Huntersville, NC USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 10:50 PM CST

Thank you for a beautiful service to say 'good-bye' to Sarah. You are an inspiration to us all. Love, The Horrell Family
Andrea Horrell <aphorrell@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 3:42 PM CST

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of such a special person. Sarah was doula to Alice in the delivery of our son Dennis. The pictures we have of Sarah assisting Alice in Dennis's delivery are very special to us. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Charles Gabriel, Alice Baldwin and Dennis <crgabe@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 9:26 AM CST

Every Sunday as Zoe and Theresa prayed for their mom's recovery in children's church, we prayed along with them. We are not close friends, but we are grieving Sarah's departure too.
Please allow us to help any way we can.
Recieve our deepest sympathy and love.
Sinceraly.
Patricia,Alfonso, Ana and Alfonso E. Cervera
Patricia Cervera <paaceba@hotmail.com>
Louisville, Ky USA - Saturday, January 24, 2004 8:44 AM CST

Dear Chris, Theresa, Zoe, Ingrid, and Sarah's extended family....

I am deeply saddened and profoundly humbled by the passing of your lovely Sarah!

Please know, that you will forever be in my heart, my thoughts, and my prayers!

"I'm rocking my babies...cause babies don't keep"
Evey Evans (PD BOARD) <MamaEveyEvans@aol.com>
Scranton, PA USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 6:36 PM CST

Sarah held my hand and offered a kind word on many occasions via the AOL message boards.
Thank you Sarah, you will be missed! I will be praying for dh & the girls. {{{{{}}}}}}

I have a poem that Sarah sent to me, saved on my desktop, in a file called "Poem from Cisee":

Mother, oh mother, come shake out your cloth!
Empty the dustpan, poison the moth,
Hang out the washing and butter the bread,
Sew on a button and make up a bed.
Where is the mother whose house is so shocking?
She's up in the nursery, blissfully rocking!

Oh, I've grown as shiftless as Little Boy Blue
(Lullaby, rockaby, lullaby loo).
Dishes are waiting and bills are past due
(Pat-a-cake, darling, and peek, peekaboo).
The shopping's not done and there's nothing for stew
And out in the yard there's a hullabaloo
But I'm playing Kanga and this is my Roo.
Look! Aren't her eyes the most wonderful hue?
(Lullaby, rockaby, lullaby loo).

Oh, cleaning and scrubbing will wait till tomorrow,
But children grow up, as I've learned to my sorrow.
So quiet down, cobwebs. Dust, go to sleep.
I'm rocking my baby. Babies don't keep.

�1958 ... Ruth Hulburt Hamilton

Michelle Chelap <mootsiegirl@earthlink.net>
- Friday, January 23, 2004 1:28 PM CST

I have just read on Astrology Zone of the death of your lovely wife. My condolences to you and your children. thank God for her life and all the good things she has left behind. May she continue to be an inspiration to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anne Smith <anne.smith@sunderland.ac.uk>
Sunderland, England UK - Friday, January 23, 2004 10:17 AM CST

Dear Chris and Girls,
My heart is heavy with grief after learning of Sarah's passing. I did not know her personally, only through your journal entries, but she immediately found a safe place in my heart. A place of compassion, honesty and unselfisness. It's an amazing tribute to Sarah's memory that she could touch lives and leave such an indullible impression with mere words of faith and honesty, Thank you for sharing this remarkable woman with the world including others with life threatening illnesses. I hope that you will continue this journal as her legacy lives on through her beautiful children. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.
Gloria Rhodes <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 9:53 AM CST

Chris,
I am so sorry. Andy and I grew to love Sarah so deeply while she prepared us and experienced the birth of our daughter Libby with us. I spent the majority of my labor with my head on her chest and her arms around me. I can only imagine the immense amount of love everyone who knew her experienced. I will miss her and will always remember her.
Love,
Julie and Andy Gould
Julie Gould <justicejulie@yahoo.com>
- Friday, January 23, 2004 9:28 AM CST

I just wanted to send out my heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.I never had the chance to know Sarah but as a host to January 99 board on aol I have heard so much of her. She has touched so many peoples lives and truly left her mark. As for the children, how wonderful is it to know their guardian angel in heaven watching over them. My prayers and thoughts go out to you. Take care and god Bless.
Deanna aka LDRS FMLY Djoy <LDRSFMLYDjoy@aol.com>
Newport News, VA USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 9:07 AM CST

My deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers go out for you and your children during this very sad time for your family.
Jennifer E.
Buffalo, NY USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 8:52 AM CST

Chris, girls and all of Sarah's family, I met Sarah at the oncologist office as I am fighting my own battle with cancer. We were in the make-up class together and I was immediately attracted to her sense of humor and her extreme intelligence. I live in the same area as you and have four children myself so we had much in common and e-mailed each other from time to time. She was a major inspiration to me during my fight and always will be. Whenever I had a question about a new problem or side effect, I would e-mail her and she always had an answer. I will miss her greatly even though we only knew each other briefly so I can only imagine your sense of loss. You are in my constant prayers and God will get you all through. Please keep me in your prayers as well. Peace.
Carol Haag <carol@ppaky.com>
Louisville, KY Jefferson - Friday, January 23, 2004 8:35 AM CST

Chris and the girls,
Your family is in my thoughts. I hope the many people that Sarah connected with in her life can provide you with some support and comfort. Peace,
Barbara

Barbara Hettle (positive discipline board) <barbzwired@aol.com>
Lexington, KY - Friday, January 23, 2004 8:17 AM CST

Chris, we send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your wife and the children's mother. May God keep you and your family in his care as you all go through this difficult time. Sarah is at peace and without pain and in God's wonderful hands.
Karen and Allen Heacock <kheacock@iupui.edu>
Martinsville, IN Morgan - Friday, January 23, 2004 7:59 AM CST

My deepest sympathies go out to Sarah's family. I am terribly sorry to hear this news. :**(--Tracy (Jan'99 Boards)
Tracy <tlh65@aol.com>
Charlotte, NC usa - Friday, January 23, 2004 7:27 AM CST

Please accept my deepest condolences. Although I never met Sarah, I could tell from the journal enries what a special person she was. I know she will be missed by so many. May God grant you peace and understanding in the days to come. Chris, you and your family will be on my heart and in my prayers during this time.
Allison <www.caringbridge.org/ky/allison lilqt4u1984@aol.com>
Owensboro, KY - Friday, January 23, 2004 6:59 AM CST

Sarah--I do not know if people in heaven can read but in case they can I wanted to tell you that you needn't fear leaving this earth, because a part of you lives in every heart that you have touched. You are a bright light that cannot be put out. Since I have known you since we were 12 your life has been a constant example of faith to me. I remember having alot of fun with you and Celeste and Renee.
Of trying to decide who would be the next "New Covenant" cover girl.(smile). Listening to how beautiful your flute music was and what a pretty voice you have. Of your wonderful sense of humor. I still laugh every Christmas at a card you once sent me that had "Jack Frost Roasting on an Open Fire--Chestnuts nipping at your nose." I still have my
Christmas angel. Who can forget nursing school? I remember how you encouraged me. You will always live in my heart. My prayers now are for your family--for strength and peace and comfort. I love you My friend, Love Barbie
Barbie Benkeser-Wesolowski <jdwbsw@sbcglobal.net>
Columbus, In USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 6:36 AM CST

I just wanted to pass along my deep felt sympathy to your young family. My daughter was in communication with Sarah through a 'January Board'. She may have related to Sarah that she had lost her older sister to brain cancer in 1998. It is a horrible loss for a family to experience. I wish the best for Sarah's family to carry on in her memory.
Kathy Boris
Elyria, OH USA - Friday, January 23, 2004 6:02 AM CST

You have my deepest sympathy. Sarah was an amazing and courageous woman. Your family is in my prayers.
Kari Blocher <KLBlocher@aol.com>
Mesquite, TX US - Friday, January 23, 2004 0:16 AM CST

Prayers of strength and peace from a stranger who cares deeply.
Sarah <sarahjean05@yahoo.com>
CA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 11:44 PM CST

Chris, Sue, Ralph, and the girls,
Bill and I will be honored to be with you on Saturday. We all prayed for a miracle and maybe we received one we did not expect. As I look through the guest book, Sarah has touched thousands of people with her courage and her faith.
Every entry is from a different state or area. Sarah was a true witness for Christ with her unwavering faith. Thanks be to God for all of us who knew her. She will forever live in our hearts and souls.
Debbie and Bill Owen
Debbie and Bill Owen <dsowen@ego.win.net>
Prospect, KY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 10:32 PM CST

Chris and you darling girls,
I am so sorry and so shocked to hear that Sarah has left us so soon. Her voice was clear and stong on Sunday when we sang Compline together. We will miss her so much. Not only was she a good singer, but a good and fun and wonderful woman. She has been made whole and is in the arms of her God. I pray for you that you may also be held in your sorrow and in missing her so very much.
Laura Lea Duckworth <llducky@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 10:22 PM CST

Chris & Family:
If the game of life is measured by the number of good deeds one has done, I think Sarah has not only won, but she's gone on to the "bonus round." This is how I prefer to think of her passing. It is hard for me to accept that I will never see her again, or get another one of her funny little e-mails. I know your family's loss is a grief that is beyond words or imagining. But for Sarah, the transition from earth to God's infinite glory in heaven is only natural. After all, she was an angel on this earth. Now, she's just a little closer to the boss!

Sarah will be with me always, because she taught me so much about how to live. It is not an overstatement to say she single-handedly gave me the confidence I needed to be a mother. She was my choirmate, my doula, my mentor, my friend, and quite frankly, my ideal. She lived her principles every minute of every day. And she did it all without false piety and pretentiousness.

Her life was an example to us all. Her love for her friends and family is unending--even now. I feel it still. And she will still be alive, every time one of us extends a helping hand to another.
Susan Gosselin <sjgosselin@insightbb.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 9:49 PM CST

Chris, Theresa, Zoe, and Ingrid:

Only God knows the path He has for our lives. Your wife (mother) has touched many more people than you can ever imagine. Please know that she is in the arms of our Lord (pain free) and that she will continue to watch over you all of your days. I lost my mother to cancer when I was a child, and I know she guides my steps even now.

I have felt privileged to know Sarah and to know your family. My daughters love your family too. Please let us know whenever we can help. Please don't hesitate to ask if you need "playmates" for the girlies :-).

My only wish is that I had known Sarah before cancer.

We will continue to pray for your family.

Peace and blessings for your family,

The Londons

Anne, Elizabeth, and Kate London
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 9:35 PM CST

Hi, I am a friend of Carol Pratt's and saw Sarah's post on Kyle's web site. I went to Sarah's site a few months back to help pray for her miracle. You and your family will continue to be in our families prayers.
tracy Lattis <tracy_lattis@hotmail.com>
lou, ky - Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:51 PM CST

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sarah was a wonderful person and I enjoyed all the years I spent singing with her. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Sarah Hopkins <SLH2384@excite.com>
New Orleans, LA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:49 PM CST

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Tami Sandlin <TSandlinRN@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:41 PM CST

Chris and family, I am sending you my prayers, thoughts, and love. Sarah was a beautiful person and remarkable woman to sing with all those years. My prayers are with you and your family.
Kaye Oberhausen <keober2@uky.edu>
Lexington, KY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:25 PM CST

Sue and Ralph, and the rest of Sarah's family: Thank you for the precious gift that Sarah is. Thank you for all that you did, she often mentioned her deep appreciation for all that her family was doing for her during this trial. You gave the world a wonderful gift, and now Heaven gets to welcome her home. I cry for you too, that you will miss her so much. I am praying that your hearts are comforted through this.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:17 PM CST

Chris, Theresa, Zoe and Ingrid, I am so sorry for your loss. Even though my heart is hurting right now, it is not too high a price to pay to have been called Sarah's friend. She brought me laughter and wisdom through our friendship. Much of what she shared with others was the deep love and joy that she felt for her family. God Bless you in your sorrow. You are in our prayers daily.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:13 PM CST

Chris and the girls,
I am so, so sorry to hear of Sarah's passing. I hope God will bring you peace in the coming months and years. Sarah will be watching and smiling from heaven at her beautiful family. God has her now and will take care of her. I will miss her very much.

Your family will ALWAYS be in my prayers!
Love, Maria Marchal
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Thursday, January 22, 2004 8:06 PM CST

Sarah was an awesome woman and dear friend. I already miss her wisdom and wit...which was with her until the very end...just as she would have wanted! And I look forward to hearing her beautiful voice singing for us when we join her in heaven! God bless her amazing husband, Chris, and her precious daughters who already reflect their mother's intelligence and beauty. I pray that God comforts them and gives them peace as they feel the pain of this tremendous loss.
Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Prospect, KY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 7:07 PM CST

Dear Chris and children My deepest sympathies in thelsos of yoru wife and mother of yoruchidlren May Gdogran yo Hsi love and pece an comfortinthsi very hard time May you find strenght inthe One hwo has createdus all

InChrist

Diane Silva
Diane Silva <LazeeMay53@aol.com>
Ripon, Ca USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 6:54 PM CST

Chris and Family-
Sarah and your family are in my thoughs and prayers, just remember that the one you loved so much is safe within God's care, and you're safe within the love of those who care so much for you. Peace be with you
Ginnie Ashmore (Jan99 board) <GMA1966@aol.com>
La Crosse, Wi - Thursday, January 22, 2004 6:45 PM CST

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Valerie Brock <Nosnow97@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 6:32 PM CST

Dearest Chris and girls,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel right now. Sarah was an amazing woman and an inspiration to many of us, her online friends. You have my deepest sympathies. I know Sarah is in Jesus' arms looking down on you and the girls and she always will.

Eternal rest grant unto her Oh, Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Toni (Jan99 board) <Tonik704@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 6:04 PM CST

Dear Chris and girls, My heart is weeping for all of you. I know that your faith is strong and that you will draw on it in the days to come. I also know that Sarah's absence will be a huge hole that can never truly be filled. But I pray for God's peace to comfort all of you and bring you light even on the darkest days. I thank you for the privilege of including us in this battle you have all fought so bravely and hope that you will continue to let us be a part of your daily lives. You are a very special family. Our love to all of you. Jack & Donna
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 5:42 PM CST

I am forever grateful to have met such an eloquent and graceful woman. Sarah touched so many with her warmth and loving heart. The love she felt for her family and the honesty of her journey has been a lesson for all who knew her.....she will continue to touch so many with the ripple effect from what we have learned. We will always remember Sarah in the sweet faces of her daughters. I can already imagine what incredible women they will become because of who their Mother was. They will carry on her legacy of devotion and faith with the guidance of an amazing Dad! God bless you Chris, Theresa, Zoe and Ingy! May you continue to feel the touch of Sarah's loving arms from Heaven!
Tara Johnson <joeta98@aol.com>
Southern IN, IN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 5:19 PM CST

I'm so sorry, Chris. I will always remember Sarah for her devotion to her family and faith, but also because she was so darned funny and smart. The moms on the Positive Discipline Board will really miss her. I'll be praying that God brings her family peace and grace during this trying time. Hugs to the girls.
Meagan Geci <Meagan0624@aol.com>
Valparaiso , FL - Thursday, January 22, 2004 5:07 PM CST

My heart and love goes out to all of you there. I am so very sorry for your loss, and I wish you peace and comfort all the way from MN.
Kelly <samkat03@aol.com>
Eagan, MN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:25 PM CST

Chris, I am so very sorry. My heart is breaking. I will miss her terribly. I am so grateful to have spent some time with you both last night. Thank you God for every little moment.
Susanne Savell <susanne.savell@cchk.org>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:22 PM CST

Dear Chris and the girls,
I am so, so sorry for your loss. Sarah has touched so many lives- she will *always be remembered.
Kathe H. (pd board) <Kathe32@aol.com>
Syracuse, NY USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 3:56 PM CST

My heartfelt sympathies. Our family is praying for yours.
Tamri Shaw (Positive Discipline Board) <naturallyorganic@yahoo.com>
Olympia, Wa - Thursday, January 22, 2004 3:26 PM CST

Dear Chris, children and all Sarah's family...

Ann London sent out a notice about Sarah's untimely death about an hour ago. I am very much saddened and offer my heartfelt condolences to all of you. Sarah will be sorely missed by everyone she has touched.

May God comfort you in your time of need.
Adele Pearlman <AvivaSara@aol.com>
Louisville, KY - Thursday, January 22, 2004 3:16 PM CST

Chris, Teresa, Zoe and Ingrid. You can't know how we grieve with you because your own grief is overwhelming, but you can know that we continue in prayer for you, and in gratitude for Sarah's life and the holy woman she was.
May you somehow know the peace and love of the Father.
Barbara Mixell
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 3:02 PM CST

My Heart is broken, I am so sorry, I have learned so much from Sarah, patience, love, kindness, strength..I am a better person for knowing her through this website. I've prayed for her, the girls, you Chris, and the whole family. God answers prayers, but I have learned that he answers them in his own way. Sarah will always be an example to me, I will never forget her strength and courage and love for her family and friends. She has been a gift to so many people. I can't wait to see her face someday in heaven. May God fill your hearts with peace. Keeping you all in my heart and in my prayers.

Robin Paboojian <hyekidsmom@aol.com>
Fowler, CA USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 2:47 PM CST

Sarah's loved ones,
I am extremely sad for your loss. You family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Pfeiffer <KellyGlenn@aol.com>
Greenville, SC - Thursday, January 22, 2004 2:21 PM CST

I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family remains in my thoughts, and I wish you all peace.
Laurie <LaurieDoc@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 2:19 PM CST

Chris and Girls, I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. May you find some small comfort in the many people who loved Sarah. Those who live in the hearts of others never die.
Dawn M. <drm0522@aol.com>
Glenmoore, PA USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 2:10 PM CST

Chris and family,
I will continue to pray for you and your beautiful girls during this hard time. May Sarahs love contnue to fill your family from heaven.
Kristin Easter <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 2:03 PM CST

Chris & Family,
I just learned of Sarah from my friend Allan here in Southern California. Over the past few weeks, I've prayed for her peace.Now,I pray for your comfort. "that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life" John 3:15.
Jesus talking:"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matt.11:28.
"He will swallow up death forever.The Sovereign LORD will wipe away the tears from all faces.Isaiah 25:8
"God is our refuge and strength,an ever-present help in trouble."Psalm 46:1. As Sarah is now with Jesus, Jesus is also beside you now-- to comfort you. Reach out to Him.
Love and prayers,

Bob Gimigliano <bob.gimigliano@sbcglobal.net>
Costa Mesa , Ca USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 1:50 PM CST

Chris & the girls,WE are here for you!
THe Hodapp's <donnjoz1@aol.com>
greenville, in usa - Thursday, January 22, 2004 1:34 PM CST

May the Lord almighty bless all of you and help you all find peace. He shall take you into his arms and comfort you. Your family is in our prayers
Jen, Grant, Aerin, & Konnor (Jan 99 board)
OH - Thursday, January 22, 2004 1:21 PM CST

You and your family are in my thoughts. I wish you strength and peace.
Deana Greenberg <mazeway@aol.com>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 1:17 PM CST

God give you peace until you meet again.

Remember the good and share it often with the girls. It is the memory of Sarah that will keep her alive. God knows, she will be with many of us forever.

THANK YOU SO MUCH for keeping this journal, Chris. I hope and pray that you continue to drop a note from time to time - or have a website created for your family - so that we can continue to see Sarah grow through your daughters. It has been my sincere pleasure to know her and I am grateful that God sent her to me when I needed her most. I always, always, always believed that she was special. She had a white fire in her eyes, such spirit and strength, such peace and calm. It is a true loss.

Make sure the girls have TONS of pictures of mommy in their rooms - - it helped me when my father passed away.

I cannot type anymore... God bless you and those girls... always.

Much love and continued support in prayer,
The Cox Family - Kevin, Rachel, Trevor and Andy <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo (formerly of Lou.), OH - Thursday, January 22, 2004 1:11 PM CST

May God watch over his newest angel.... May he be with Chris and the girls during this journey. Chris, our thoughts and prayers continue to focus on you and the girls.
Matt and JoAnna Krauskpf and family <mattyent1@mindspring.com>
Bloomington, IL USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 12:33 AM CST

Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. Sarah touched so many lives and will continue to affect people with her kindness. Her beautiful love for her family is eternal.
Christine "CorTaySee" Sandominick (Positive Discipline board) <CorTaySee@aol.com>
Clemmons, NC USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 12:12 AM CST

You are all in my prayers, Heaven has recieved a wonderful new angel and I am sure she will always be watching over all of you.. May God Grant you peace and love now and in the future!
Valerie and Alexander ( Jan 99 Moms) <MomToAp1699@Aol.com>
Altoona, PA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 11:13 AM CST

Chris, you and your girls are in my constant prayers as you face this difficult day. I'm just so sorry. You don't know me butI am a friend of Sue's and have been reading Sarah's journal since the beginning. I would have loved to have known your wife. I feel like I do because of her journal. I know the Lord will see you through this.
Tamah Silverthorn <tamahj@ontariosystems.com>
Muncie, IN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 11:04 AM CST

Heaven has a beautiful new angel today.....
May the Lord, mighty God, bless & keep you forever. Grant you peace, perfect peace, courage in all you endeavor. Lift up your eyes & see his face, love that fails never. May the Lord, mighty God, bless & keep you forever.......
I will never forget you Sarah. :* (
Sandy & Gabriel (Jan99boards)
Beaverdale, PA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 11:04 AM CST

This is Sarah's brother Kent.
As many of you may have heard, Sarah has left us to be with our Lord this morning. I will let Chris say more but please remember him and his daughters in your prayers.
I cannot post to the main page but I am sure that there will be something as soon as he has the strength to let you all know.
From our family, thank you all for your prayers and support over the last year.
Praise God in all things!

Kent A Hughes RA <kenta@ameritech.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 9:43 AM CST

Sarah, Chris, and family,
The battle has been fought and fought well, but now it is over, and there is both joy and sorrow in that. Joy in that Sarah is now with the God she loved so much, and sorrow as we realize just how much we'll miss our wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. I know that Jesus will be ever present with you during this next season of your lives. Grasp His hand, let Him carry you when you cannot carry yourself. I have learned that seldom does He take the pain away, but He will ALWAYS walk through it with you, and I have seen this already happening in your lives as I have read Sarah's journal. Know that my continued prayers are with you.
Don Yarvice
Don Yarvice <dgyarvice@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 9:08 AM CST

Sarah, you are constantly in my prayers. I am asking for a miracle. He can do it !!
Wanda Haston Gouge <Peppermint1996@aol.com>
Muncie, IN USA - Thursday, January 22, 2004 6:39 AM CST

My prayers are with you in this difficult time. God bless you all.
Brandy <penguinmama617@aol.com>
Oak Lawn, IL USA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 10:33 PM CST

Sarah, Know that you and your family are surrounded by love. We all pray for wholeness. "All will be well, and all manner of thing will be well." (St. Julian)
Laura Lea <llducky@aol.com>
- Wednesday, January 21, 2004 9:07 PM CST

Sarah, you and your family continue to help us grow in our faith. Please feel our continual prayers for healing, strength, and peace. God is merciful and gracious to hear and respond to our prayers. Your guestbook has broken into revival. Thank you, for your rich love and Christian example. Love to you, Thelma.

Thelma Lee <Thelmalee8@aol.com>
Falmouth, KY USA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 8:20 PM CST

Sarah, as always, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jen <jendandj@aol.com>
Huntersville, NC US - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 8:15 PM CST

Hi Sarah, I'm a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Lexington and neighbor of Mary Oliva.You are in my prayers and I am asking God for a complete recovery. I have worked with many cancer patients over the years. I have seen what prays can do. Having a website is wonderful because you can reach out to many people. keep praying and asking the Holy Spirit to fill you with the fire to fight this.

Mary Gray
Mary S, Gray <ladyseton@insightbb.com>
Lexington, KY USA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 6:31 PM CST

Sarah, Chris and girls-I pray you are all home together now surrounded by those that love you. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. May God hold you all close in the palm of His hand and give you comfort and peace. Marilyn
Marilyn Cottrill <woventreasures@att.net>
New Albany, IN USA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 5:09 PM CST

Sarah,

Your pure kindness and generosity to send a complete stranger a birthball she couldn't afford to buy herself will never, ever be forgotten. People like you give me hope. Thank you. I pray that you, your husband and your children are filled with Love.
Denna (PD board) <mdct@aol.com>
Philadelphia, PA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 3:22 PM CST

Chris, Sarah and girls.....

I'm so glad to hear you are coming home to be together. I'll continue praying for that miracle and for your family at this time. Love and Hugs to all,

Deve <deve.vetter@nortonhealthcare,org>
- Wednesday, January 21, 2004 3:17 PM CST

Sarah and Chris,
my prayers are continuing. I am here with you both. If you need a baby sitter call me. I will be available anytime. I can bring some food over too.
Love,
Wayne
Wayne Crabtree <wcrabtree61@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 10:32 AM CST

Dear Chris and Sarah,
Praying, praying, praying. And sending thoughts of love your way.
Mary
Mary Long <mlongky@earthlink.net>
Louisville, KY - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 9:55 AM CST

Sarah and Family - You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace.
Laurie <LaurieDoc@aol.com>
Aberdeen, NJ - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 9:05 AM CST

Sarah,

I just don't know what to write. I've kept tabs on you through the "grapevine," but haven't visited your journal very often. When Susan Gosselin called me Tuesday, I knew it was time to visit it again.

I will pray for you every day. Whenever I look at my two beautiful children, I will remember the important role you played in bringing them into the world. While you couldn't be there for Natalie's birth, your preparation certainly made the whole process easier. And I don't think I would have survived my experience with Christopher without you!

Please know that you are in my constant thoughts and prayers. And remember that when, in our darkest times, it seems that God has abandoned us, He is in fact with us to comfort and embrace us. I hope that you find comfort in His grace.

God bless you,

Anne Monell
Anne Monell <annem@cflouisville.org>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 8:46 AM CST

Hi Sarah and Chris,
I wanted you to know that I am thinking about you and praying for you. I am praying for strength and God's will. I wish that I could be there so that I could help in some way. Sheila keeps me updated here in Cincinnati while Matthew is in the hospital. I am glad that she was able to see you and spend some time with you Sarah. She has always been so grateful to you for being such a wonderful doula for her. And I am glad that I knew you through Birth Care Network and that fate brought your client Sheila and I to meet here at Cincinnati Children's where she and I found a friend in each other. I appreciate all you did last year when we were in Minnesota, your family is a true blessing to us all. My prayers are with everyone.
Darla Lindenmayer <DLinden73@aol.com (www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer)>
Lexington, IN - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 8:05 AM CST

Sarah and Chris,

Fond memories of meeting you and your family at Christmas a few years ago. My Sister has spoken of you admiringly and lovingly often.

May His Peace be with you.

Greg Clausen -- Sheila's Brother. <gclausen@mac.com>
South Lake Tahoe, CA - Wednesday, January 21, 2004 0:35 AM CST

Hello Sarah.
I wanted you to know that you have been in our prayers.(at home and at church) We know that nothing is impossible with God and that He is able to do all things ~ including a complete restoration of your health. You are an inspiration to so many!
Bobbie Morgan
New Albany, IN - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 9:54 PM CST

Sarah and Family,

You are in our prayers daily and our thoughts even more often. You are truly an inspiration to every Mother, Wife and Daughter out there. Please stay strong. All our love, Matt, JoAnna, Tyler and Abbey Krauskopf
JoAnna K <mattyent1@mindspring.com>
Bloomington, IL USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 9:23 PM CST

Sarah,
It was so good seeing you yesterday at the hospital. Even in as much pain as you were, you amaze me at what a wonderful memory you have! You made the comment of coming out of the bath a beautiful woman, but you went into the bath a beautiful woman. You have been a wonderful support to me in my trials and tribulations of the last several years. I pray for you and your family many, many times during the day. I'm so glad you are surrounded by your loving family.
Love, Maria
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 8:55 PM CST

Sarah,
I read your journal daily and I'm completely amazed by your faith in God and prayer and in your amazing strength. I think of you so often. I will continue to pray for a miricle, relief of pain and for peace to be with you and your wonderful family. You are and forever will be an inspiration to us all.
Much Love, Tonya

Tonya Overton <tonyaoverton@insightbb.com>
Greenwood, in - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 8:33 PM CST

Hi Sarah,
This is my first time viewing your website. I have taken the time to read your journal and was immediately touched by your compassion, bravery and love of family, friends and especially the Lord. I will keep you lifted up in prayer for total healing and a continued blessed life. I have your page bookmarked and will check from time to time but will keep you in my prayers.

Warm Hugs,
Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 8:08 PM CST

We are praying for all of you at this difficult time. May the Lord give you all strength and peace.
Carol Reynolds <cdrmuncie@aol.com>
Muncie, IN USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 4:44 PM CST

Prayers for you and your family are my first in the morning and my last at night. This outpouring of love is just a small measure of the love and caring that God has for your family. I am praying that every day brings you a measure of peace, joy and beauty.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Tuesday, January 20, 2004 4:01 PM CST

Dear Chris and Sarah

May God holdyouin the palms of His hands and strenghtne you and may yousnes him with you alwasy. May Hislove and peace continue to sirroudn you whole family
Diane <LazeeMay53@aol.com>
Ripon, Ca USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 9:51 AM CST

Dear Sarah and Chris and girls, hardly a moment passes that I don't think of you all. I'm constantly praying for Sarah's cure and peace and that the Lord will take care of you. I'm glad Mom is there now for you Chris and I hope she can help provide you with some comfort. (I'm finished with work on Friday and can travel with the doctor's permission and I'll be there if any of you need me.) I just wanted you to know how much I love you. Love, Cathy
Cathy Morgan <cathym@processcontrolscorp.com>
indianapolis, IN - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 8:39 AM CST

Sarah,Chris,and family,
Our love and prayers are with you at this time. I will continue to pray for a miracle, strength, and peace. With love, Anne Meils and family
Anne Meils <magicmeils@aol.com>
indpls, in Marion - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 7:48 AM CST

You are in my thoughts and prayers almost every hour. We care about you all very much. Love, Debbie Owen
Debbie Owen <dsowen@ego.win.net>
Prospect, KY USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 7:41 AM CST

Dear Sarah, Chris and family,

I believe with all my heart that miracles do happen. Please know that you are in my daily prayers. Your family is an inspiration to many people. May God bless you and keep you all inthe palm of His hand.
Stacey <windycitydisney@aol.com (friend of Kathy E.)>
Chicago, IL - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 7:36 AM CST

Sarah, I don't know if you remember me but I have been reading your entries and you have been in my thoughts alot the last few months. I remember I used to interupt you practicing your flute every Sunday and ask you what grade you were in and you would always say "junior" and go back to playing. I was too embarassed to tell you I didn't know what number that was and I thought if I kept asking one day you would say "11". You must of thought I was very annoying and forgetful. Celeste Wince was a "sophmore". You always had an aura of peace around you, unlike me when I was teenager! As a kid I wanted your slim figure and sweetness and Celeste's long blond hair! I have often wondered what happened to you, Kent, and Joey and the only thing about this that isn't shocking to me is that you grew up to be a wonderful mommy and that you have kept that peace. God Bless You.
Lisa Haston/Sanchez <Chynaskye@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 3:50 AM CST

Dear Sarah and family, I am a sister-in-law of Maria Marchal. She has sent me your need for prayers. I have taken the liberty of sending your prayer need on to the "Prayer Circle" of my parish, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, in Lexington. It's a large e-mail prayer circle with 80 to 100 people - people who have great faith in the power of prayer.

May the peace and healing powers of Christ, Our Lord, be with all of you. Our God is an Awesome God!
Mary Oliva <momeo1950@yahoo.com>
Lexington, KY - Monday, January 19, 2004 10:51 PM CST

Chris and Sarah, We are praying for you all. If there's anything that we can do to help, please let us know. Doug, Cindy, Carringtyn, and Caitlynn
Carringtyn <avlgem@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, January 19, 2004 10:46 PM CST

Prayers continue for your beautiful family. God bless you all.
Kelley <catsnthcrdl@aol.com>
Glendale, Az. - Monday, January 19, 2004 10:40 PM CST

May God in his infinite wisdom nurture your soul and enliven your spirit even in these solemn moments that seem to stretch to enternity. I pray that God provides the strength and courage unto your wonderful loving family to understand and accept the conditions with which you were chosen to live your life and, in doing so, enable them to rejoice in God's work.
My deep compasionate love & prayers to you Sarah and your family,
John Norton
John Norton <jpnorton1@aol.com>
- Monday, January 19, 2004 10:27 PM CST

Sarah,
We keep you and your family in our prayers daily, thinking of you all throughout the day.The entry about the evenSong group was beautiful and especially meaningful since you were able to sing with them.Hope you are able to get home as planned.

Melanie & Steve Ahr
- Monday, January 19, 2004 8:34 PM CST

I'm so sorry to hear of this latest turn. May God bless you all....

Sandy & Gabriel (Jan99 boards)
Beaverdale, PA - Monday, January 19, 2004 7:44 PM CST

Love and lots of prayers from the Gillies.
susanne gillies <gillies@bellsouth.net>
louisville, ky usa - Monday, January 19, 2004 5:32 PM CST

Sarah,
Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. May God's peace and love be with you always.
Wendy and Nicky from the Jan. 99 mommy board
Wendy <mommy2nic99@aol.com>
Crosby, ND USA - Monday, January 19, 2004 3:47 PM CST

I am so sorry to hear about your news. I read your entries almost daily, even though this is the first time I have signed the guest book. I just wanted you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Valerie Brock <Nosnow97@aol.com>
Round Rock, TX - Monday, January 19, 2004 2:17 PM CST

Sarah & Family, I am saddened to hear the latest news. I pray for a miracle. Peace to all of you, Tracy (Jan '99 Boards)
Tracy Huber <TLH65@AOL.COM>
Charlotte, NC - Monday, January 19, 2004 1:18 PM CST

Sarah, Chris, Ralph, Sue & family:
Please know that my prayers have been with you these past months and continue to be raised up to the father. I haven't been able to get you off my mind lately, and am reminded of the "Footprints in the Sand" poem. The Lord is walking with us constantly, and when we only see one set of footprints, it is because He is using His unlimited strength to carry us through our ordeals. Know that my prayers and heart are with you! (Sarah, would you believe I still have the certificate you made when we swam across Walloon Lake in 1979!)
Don Yarvice <dgyarvice@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Monday, January 19, 2004 12:31 AM CST

Dear Sarah,

My heartfelt prayers are with you. Just remember that Lance Armstrong has recovered from testicular cancer that spread to his brain. His memoirs are in his inspiring book "It's not about the bike".

I'm constantly in prayer these days since my dear brother has been diagnosed preliminarily with schizophrenia about 4 days ago. He's a very sweet boy of 25 doing his MBA. In the last few days, I've realized that Prayer is very powerful. I shall add you to my prayers from today on.

With lot of love,
Prasad
Prasad
Canada - Monday, January 19, 2004 12:24 AM CST

Dearest Sarah, Chris, Ralph & Sue and family - When we sang this song in church this weekend I was overwhelmed by the following verse and refrain as my prayer for you:
"If you pass through raging waters in the sea, you shall not drown. If you walk amid the burning flames, you shall not be harmed. If you stand before the power of hell and death is at your side, know that I am with you through it all. Be not afraid! I go before you always. Come, follow Me, and I will give you rest."
Ever praying for a miracle and the presence of Christ to be with each of you, I send you all my love. In Jesus' Love, Susan Coleman

Susan Coleman <smcpno@aol.com>
Muncie, IN USA - Monday, January 19, 2004 10:56 AM CST

Hello. I was recently told of your journey and wanted to let you know my prayers are with you and your family. I recently read a book that you may want to check out. I'm sure you are inundated with treatment suggestions so if you do not have the energy to do so, I understand. My thought is meerly a suggestion that I was moved to share with you. The book is called "A Cure for All Cancers" by Hulda Clark. I read it because I have a severe systemic candida infection and a friend told me about it. SO far, it has helped me with my minor problem. I just wanted to share that with you. May blessings abundant and love unimaginable rain down on you and your family. Kim
Kim Weaver <kiki_anne65@yahoo.com>
- Monday, January 19, 2004 9:47 AM CST

Dear Sarah and Family,

I am deeply saddened by this turn of events, but continue to be nothing but confident and optimistic for you. God has a plan for you, and us through you. Please take time to enjoy each other and do the silly things. I pray you have peace and strength and of course, a miracle.

You truly have touched my life, Sarah. I am a better person because I know you. You gave me such strength when baby Andy was born, and I pray that the Lord gives that to you now. Thank you for sharing your most private moments with all of us - you have helped us grow through you. I will close by saying the same prayer I said every day when I left Andy at the hospital and just before his surgery - Peace, love, courage and strength through the Lord be with you - Amen.

((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))

Keep in touch!
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Monday, January 19, 2004 8:43 AM CST

Sarah and Chris, I am so sorry to hear of your news. I am amazed however, as to how many people love your precious little family. Dave and I pray for you all daily. God bless, Kristie.
Kristie Lutz <drlutz@prodigy.,net>
Louisville, KY usa - Monday, January 19, 2004 7:33 AM CST

Sarah and Family, It has been several weeks since I have seen your update. How true your entry is about the Holidays and the gift God gaves us in the birth of Jesus! I continue to pray for renewed strength and a miracle. After reading all the entries, one can see not only the blessings in friendships you have experienced but the blessing you and your family are to others. You are a gift to so many people. Please continue to be strong in your faith as I will continue to pray for a miracle for you and your family. God Bless you and Love to you and your family.

Elizabeth Auffrey <t_e_auffrey@msn.com>
Crestwood, KY USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 11:54 PM CST

Thinking of you and praying for that miracle. Don't understand the why of all this pain that people must endure because of this horrible thing called CANCER!!
www.caringbridge.org/sd/amyschroeder

Rosmary Harris <Rosmaburg@aol.com>
Rosemount, MN USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 11:22 PM CST

Thinking and praying for you in MN.
Kelly <samkat03@aol.com>
- Sunday, January 18, 2004 11:12 PM CST

Dear Sarah, Chris and family,
I'm saddened by the latest post but I truly believe in miracles and I'm praying hard that you get one. Please know that you are in my daily prayers. May God bless you all with grace, strength and peace!! You're an inspiration to me, Sarah. Be strong and know that God is watching over you!
Toni (Jan 99) <Tonik704@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:03 PM CST

Dearest Sarah, Chris, Sue, and Ralph;
We will continue to pray for a miracle. Facing our own morality, or mortality of the ones we love, is so opposite to the way we generally think of our lives. We are all looking toward the time that we can rejoice in being with the Lord in his home. This just seems so soon for Sarah to join him in Heaven. I truly believe that there is a reason for all things which happen. Please know that we love you all as do many, many other people. We will support you all during this incresingly difficult time in all possible ways. Let Sarah know we love her and are praying for God's will.
Love, Debbie and Bill Owen
Debbie and Bill Owen <dsowen@ego.win.net>
Prospect, KY USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:00 PM CST

We will keep your family in our prayers. My heart aches for you all.
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 9:12 PM CST

Sheila <SheDeKold@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN U.S.A - Sunday, January 18, 2004 9:03 PM CST

Dear Sarah, Chris and girls, my thoughts and prayers are with you every single day. I believe in miracles and continue to pray for a miracle for your family each night. I also pray that GOD will surround you with his love and comfort and bring peace to you and all those who love you. You are in my thoughts daily. My family will continue to pray hard for relief of your pain, and a return to good health.
The Hudson Family <bhudson@iglou.com>
- Sunday, January 18, 2004 8:50 PM CST

I truly feel for you and your family! My friend sent me your website. My husband's former wife passed away almost two years ago from cancer, leaving him to care for three girls.(ironic)It breaks my heart to hear that the doctors have given up. There are miracles though. I pray that God guide you through,that he give you strenghth and hope. May he send His angels to be with to hold your hands! If there is anything you might like to talk about feel free to email me.
Jennie <psychejrc514@aol.com>
or - Sunday, January 18, 2004 8:09 PM CST

Oh Sarah! I wish for nothing more than peace and love upon you and your family in this most difficult time! Your family is in my constant thoughts and prayers, now and forever. May your sweet baby girls treasure you, all the days of their lives.

Holding you in the light!
Evey Evans (PD Board) <MamaEveyEvans@aol.com>
Scranton, PA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 7:41 PM CST

Oh Sarah! I wish for nothing more than peace and love upon you and your family in this most difficult time! Your family is in my constant thoughts and prayers, now and forever. May your sweet baby girls treasure you, all the days of their lives.

Holding you in the light!
Evey Evans <MamaEveyEvans@aol.com>
Scranton, PA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 7:38 PM CST

Praying Sarah comes home soon to the love and comfort of her beautiful family. Peace be with you all.
Patty D (PD Board) <phdrwd@sssnet.com>
Wooster, OH USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 7:26 PM CST

To a wonderful family -

I checked your site the other day and was needed elsewhere before I could sign your guestbook. I am a friend of Sheila DeKold and have been praying for Sarah and family for weeks now. Words cannot express the right sentiment, but know that I, through the Holy Spirit, am interceding for your family. May His love carry you through.
Sarah Perrenoud (Angel's mom) www.caringbridge.org/ca/angelbaby <sarahjean05@yahoo.com>
Redlands, CA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 6:52 PM CST

Lots of love and prayers to all of you. God is with you.
Mindy Cope, Sheila's cousin <mindersue@aol.com>
Stevenson Ranch, CA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 5:38 PM CST

Dear Sarah and Family-
Love and prayers from Vic and Louise Gilla. We heard of your present trial from Susan C. and were saddened by all that you are going through. Know that God is truly in control and He loves you. We are praying for you daily, and appreciate the updates from your journal. Hugs.....
Louise Gilla <LGilla@aol.com>
Lake Wales, FL USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 5:25 PM CST

I'm so sorry to hear this news, Sarah. You and your family are in my prayers and everyone's prayers on the Catholic Moms Support board.
Lori <iamlaf@aol.com>
- Sunday, January 18, 2004 5:07 PM CST

Chris and Sarah --

I am heartbroken to hear this news. I send heaps of love and concern to all.

Marty
Martin Linebach <MALinebach1@aol.com>
Princeton, NJ USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 4:14 PM CST

Hi Sarah, I'm not sure if will remember me, but I worked with you at UofL. I also have seen you here at Nortons. Marylin Cottril told me about your web page and helped me find the site. I am so sorry to hear about everything you are dealing with. Please know that my prayers are with you.
God Bless
Bonnie Mattingly <mikeandbonniem@aol.com>
Elizabethtown, Ky - Sunday, January 18, 2004 3:01 PM CST

My heart is full of prayers for the Krauskopf Family. God is in control and He loves you all very much. Logi Criswell--Sheila's Mom
Logi Criswell <lodgie2@aol.com>
La Grange, CA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 2:05 PM CST

Sarah and Family,
I am truly sorry to hear that the news your family has recieved.. You have al been in my prayers constantly and will continue to be. Love and Prayers to you all
Valerie ( Jan 99 Moms) <MomToAp1699@Aol.com>
- Sunday, January 18, 2004 1:56 PM CST

Sarah, Chris and family, My heart hurts to hear this news. Love and Prayers to all of you.
Kristin <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 1:28 PM CST

Really thinking of you Sarah, hoping you can get home very soon. Love to your girls and peace to all of you.
Nell Goddin <lanellici@aol.com>
Charlottesville, VA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 12:54 AM CST

Sarah, Chris, & Family, May God give you the strength you need in this tough time. You are continually in my prayers..
Jen (Jan 99 board)
OH - Sunday, January 18, 2004 12:51 AM CST

Sarah,
You and your family are in our thoughts. I hope you are home soon, your pain is managed and you have as much time as possible with your family. Peace,
Barbz from the PD board
Barbara Hettle <barbzwired@aol.com>
Lexington, KY - Sunday, January 18, 2004 11:09 AM CST

Sarah, you're in my prayers and heart as always. Find peace and know how many lives you have changed for the better.
Love,
Terri
Terri <terriatviva@aol.com>
pacific palidades, ca usa - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:52 AM CST

Chris, Sarah and girls, many prayers for you today, to feel God's love and the angels I know are there surrounding you.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com,www.caringbridge.org/ut/parker>
- Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:45 AM CST

Really don't know what to say.Sorry that you and your family are going thru this.We just went thru throat cancer with my step-dad and it was very rough.I will continue to keep you,Sarah and the kids in our prayers and hope for a miracle.They really do happen.My step-father is an example.Take care and make these days special and hopefully they will last forever!!! May God bless :)
Shonna <shonsprag@aol.com>
Keystone Heights, FL 32656 - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:15 AM CST

Sarah, hoping to hear you are home soon, surrounded by those who love you, and in peace.
Dawn M (PD Board) <drm0522@aol.com>
Glenmoore, PA USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:04 AM CST

I am praying with all my heart for a miracle for Sarah. I hope she can come home soon.
Nancy Kelley <nakelley@aol.com>
Fairfield , CT USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 10:02 AM CST

Sarah and Family, you have our continued prayers for a complete miracle. I hope Sarah will be home very soon.
Kathe (pd board) <Kathe32@aol.com>
- Sunday, January 18, 2004 9:42 AM CST

Sarah & Chris - I can't begin to understand what you are now facing, I can only continue my prayers. I know Sarah always says not to "ask what you need", to offer something specific. So, dear ones, I offer what few talents the Lord has given me: housekeeping, errand runs, grocery shopping and all manner of mindless tasks. Sue or Ralph can call when you need me.
Miss Rose Marie
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Sunday, January 18, 2004 9:33 AM CST

Sarah, we are anxious to hear that you have gotten back home safely. All in our house pray for you every night as we go to sleep. One of your most ferocious prayer warriors is Olivia, who NEVER lets us forget you.
May the Lord touch your heart, give you and your family strength and a healing that makes the Dr.'s know there is a God.

Dave (Daddy-O), Sheila, David P, and Olivia <jokersdf@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN - Saturday, January 17, 2004 9:44 PM CST

Sarah, prayers are beaming up for you, in places you don't even know. May God lay His healing hands upon you, give you comfort and strength, and walk with you as you recover from this terrible ordeal. This will be my daily prayer for you. Take good care.
Debby Hunter <DSHandRJH@aol.com>
Chesterfield Township, MI USA - Saturday, January 17, 2004 3:48 PM CST

DeaR Sarah and Chris I m so sorry for all youare gogin through Mord Ipray thatyouopwul grant strenght and ocmfort and touch Sarash boyd Lord and be with her whoel family.. You willbe in prayers hereinout God bless You
Diane Silva <LazeeMay53@aol.com>
Ripon, Ca USA - Saturday, January 17, 2004 0:06 AM CST

God Bless you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Kristina White <kmariewhite@msn.com>
Layton, UT USA - Friday, January 16, 2004 6:36 PM CST

May you feel God's presence and may His healing touch come over Sara. My heart is heavy for your family. I remember you in my daily prayers and believe in miracles.
Allison <www.caringbridge.org/ky/allison lilqt4u1984@aol.com>
Owensboro, KY - Friday, January 16, 2004 11:51 AM CST

Comfort and prayers to you all, especially those girls. May God bless each of them with courage and strength, and get rid of the fear in their bellies. May god keep Sarah with you until Ingy is old and gray. I pray that God holds on to your family and wipes out this horrible thing. May all of your lives return to normal soon!

God bless and be with you,
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Friday, January 16, 2004 9:03 AM CST

Chris and Sarah:Our God is a God of compassion, mercy and healing. I pray for all of those things for you as you fight this battle. May you know His comfort and presence.

Barb Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Friday, January 16, 2004 8:20 AM CST

Chris & Sarah, our prayers are with you and the girls on an ever constant basis. What more can I say? You know our love and empathy are strong for all of you as we love your family much! God bless and keep you close as you travel this difficult journey to healing. Love, Donna & Jack
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Friday, January 16, 2004 4:46 AM CST

Chris, Sarah and girls,
I will pray extra prayers tonight and this weekend at all masses that the swellling and pain are banished. I will continue my ongoing prayers that the cancer goes away forever and that your sweet girls can enjoy their mommy without worry of her leaving them.

Kristin Easter <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue , WA - Thursday, January 15, 2004 10:10 PM CST

Sarah and Chris: We wanted to just say hello and let you know we have again brought your name up before our church memebers in our class for prayer. They are dedicated people who take prayer seriously and everyone expects results from their genuine praying. I feel this is our best gift to you and for sure think it will work. Just know we love you all dearly and will be following your progress regularly.
Uncle Rex and Aunt Linda
Rex Hughes <rhughes1@swfla.rr.com>
Naples , Fla usa - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 9:01 PM CST

Hey, Sarah--just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking about you!!
Bonnie Taylor <bonald@aol.com>
Mannheim, Germany - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 1:49 PM CST

Just checking in, Sarah....sending the best vibes I got....
Nell Goddin <lanellici@aol.com>
Charlottesville, VA - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 7:48 PM CST

Our prayers are continually with all of you. Praise God in your strength to heal yourself a bit, Chris. More prayers to Sarah to end the pain and swelling, the side effects, and mostly this cancer.
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 7:18 AM CST

Chris and Sarah,
What a tough turn of events. I will pray that the hospital stay will help with pain control and Sarah will come home feeling rested from all the pain. Prayers are being said for the swelling and pain to be gone. I hope your time away gave you some time to rest and fill yourself up with the strength you need to watch and travel with Sarah as she struggles in her journey with cancer.

Kristin Easter <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 0:42 AM CST

Chris, I hope your time with God was what you needed right now. I am so sorry you had to come home to this recent setback. But I know with your support that Sarah will continue to battle this cancer til it is gone! Many prayers.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com, www.caringbridge.com/ut/parker>
- Monday, January 12, 2004 10:40 PM CST

I keep having trouble with my AOL and I lose your webpage. I found it again and just wanted to say hello. My prayers are with you and your family. It sounds as if you are getting a lot of support. It is a very loving thing you did, sending Chris on a retreat. God bless you.
Wanda Haston Gouge <Peppermint1996@aol.com>
Muncie, IN USA - Monday, January 12, 2004 8:19 AM CST

Tears of joy to hear of Chris' time away! So thankful you have helpers and crashing at your parents tomorrow sounds wonderful. Praying you have a peaceful weekend filled with healing each moment.
Sheila <SheDeKold@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN U*S*A! - Saturday, January 10, 2004 7:29 PM CST

Sarah, I'm so glad you got to talk to Dr. K. I bet having some kind of plan will be helpful to you. I must admit that I was relieved to hear that you, too, get a bit irritated with your kids (I believe you mentioned something like that in an earlier post). Sometimes when I'm not happy with my kids, I stop and wonder how you are so patient all the time and feeling crappy as well. Still praying for Sarah doooooooulahhhh!
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Thursday, January 8, 2004 10:16 PM CST

I have sincere empathy for you experiencing so much pain as I live with daily pain. May you find comfort and relief. I keep you in my daily prayers.
Allison <www.carignbridge.org/ky/allison lilqt4u1984@aol.com>
Owensboro, KY - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 6:53 AM CST

What wonderful news! Isn't it ironic that a med that can do so much good (ergo dilantin) can also cause so many problems. I'm delighted that you're doing better. Love and prayers always from Barb Mixell
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, January 6, 2004 7:50 AM CST

Praise God for these achievements. I truly hope your battle with cancer, it's medication and side effects is won soon. We're all praying - and rejoicing in your better sense of self. Here's to thousands more good days for you!
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Monday, January 5, 2004 6:14 PM CST

Dearest Sarah, Welcome back! I missed you whilst you were in your fog, and I could tell you were not really present. Wonderful to read your entry and have you present in our world again. Smiles! And of course more prayers, always.

Jo Overton <utahjo2@aol.com>
UT - Monday, January 5, 2004 4:40 PM CST

Hi, my name is Allison and I got your CB site from Shelia. I was touched to read your journal entries. I will include you to my prayers and check in often. May God bless you and your beautiful family. Glad you are feeling better today!
Allison <www.caringbridge.org/ky/allison lilqt4u1984@aol.com>
Owensboro, KY - Monday, January 5, 2004 1:30 PM CST

I'm so glad you are feeling so wonderful! We continue pray for you and your family.
tonya overton <tonyaoverton@insightbb.com>
greenwood, in usa - Monday, January 5, 2004 11:32 AM CST

Hey Sarah...so glad to read your entry from yesterday....sounds like you're feeling a bit more back on track. You have been in my thoughts....:)
Gretchyn <kvetchy@aol.com>
Lansdale, PA - Monday, January 5, 2004 10:59 AM CST

Still praying for you often. Love,Julie
Julie Gould <justicejulie@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, January 4, 2004 6:25 PM CST

Still praying here in Lexington, Indiana for you. I see everyday what devastation seizures can be and the nasty side effects of the meds. Matt has just gotten weaned off neurontin and now started on Trileptal. He is on so much Trileptal that he is drunk and says he feels high. So I understand. he picks "bugs" from the wall several times a day when there are none there. but for now its the safest thing he can be on without having to go to tegretol which could destroy his bone marrow transplant. So I know about the meds and when he was on dilantin, he went through the toxicity too and it can be hard. I will keep each one of you in my prayers and pray that God will heal you. You are in my thoughts each day.

****HUGS****

Darla Lindenmayer <DLinden73@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/matthewlindenmayer>
Lexington, IN - Sunday, January 4, 2004 0:24 AM CST

Gentle hugs.
Sheila <SheDeKold@aol.com www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold>
Floyds Knobs, IN U*S*A! - Friday, January 2, 2004 9:14 PM CST

Hi Sarah, Chris, and girls - - Sarah it is so good to see your writing again - and I do hope that the seizures are a thing of the past. As we enter the new year I'm especially thankful for you all and will keep you in my prayers.

Sarah - as I was visiting my mother-in-law on Christmas day and she had on the Faith Channel - - they were featuring various choirs singing - - and lo and behold out of the dusty archives was footage of that small group of us that sang down at St. Vincent de Paul church - you, me, Marilyn, Janet, Wayne, Don, can't remember the other two guys. Sounded pretty good! I'll always treasure those times!

Love to you all....Deve
Deve Vetter <deve.vetter@nortonhealthcare,org>
Louisville, KY Jefferson - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 1:27 PM CST

Praying for you.
Sheila <shedekold@aol.com>
- Wednesday, December 31, 2003 11:24 AM CST

Sarah and Chris: Linda and I continue to pray for you all and wish for a miracle in your life. As we read about your ongoing battles it touches our hearts deeply. The both of you are an inspiration to us, your family brings us joy and your strength is nothing short of incredible. As we look in on your medical care reports it does give us hope that your medication is doing the job. Somehow hang tight, we are connected with you in prayer and always know we love you.
Uncle Rex and Aunt Linda Hughes
Rex Hughes <rhughes1@swfla.rr.com>
Naples , Fla usa - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 7:52 PM CST

Hi Sarah, it's your cousin! I am doing well. We are just recuperating from the holiday rush. We stayed home, so not so we're not so worn out. Had Christmas morn here like we have for a while. For sure you continue to be in our prayers. And for the specifics you mentioned in the last journal entry. The boys are fine. Hope your girls are doign well and Chris. I know what you mean about shopping. It's not the same when someone else goes for me. Inevitably I need to go back at some point to get something. Though at times a break is nice like when John goes. It's so funny what he brings back as opposed to what I get. It's a riot. Just a personality thing, and what he thinks is important! Love yall, dawn
Dawn LeMaster <johnmarklemaster@aol.com>
Lexington, Ky USA - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 9:59 AM CST

Hi, Sarah, Chris and small Krauskopfs... Sarah, I came back to Louisville for the holidays and brought my fiancee to hear evenSong, where we heard your news. (We missed you and your voice.) We will be praying for you and yours (and especially the non-dilantin future!). Here's to a better New Year...! --
Karen Habeeb <siduri@hotmail.com>
Portland , OR USA - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 0:42 AM CST

Thank you for your strength and your faith. You inspire ME ! I am lifting you up to the great physician.
All my love in Him,

Kim Avera <robertandkim@earthlink.net>
Westport, Ky - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 0:06 AM CST

Sarah,

I have thought about you and your family much during this Christmas time. Hoping that you had the strength to enjoy such a blessed day with your family. Every minute with your family even if it be few is a lifetime memory. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathleen Walters <WLTRSKAK@AOL.COM>
Pompano Beach, FL USA - Monday, December 29, 2003 8:11 PM CST

Sarah and family,
Good to hear from you again. Life is so much better without the pain so just let yourself take those meds and make the best of it. We think of you daily and pray often for your release from cancer... All or love and prayers.......
Matt,JoAnna,Tyler, and Abbey
JoAnna Krauskopf <mattyent1@mindspring.com>
Bloomington, IL USA - Monday, December 29, 2003 6:18 PM CST

Sarah,
So glad to see you back at the computer. I will continue to pray that this new bump is over quickly and you can get rid of all the cancer and move on..stronger and wiser but done with this stage.
Kristin <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Monday, December 29, 2003 11:00 AM CST

Morning Krauskopf family. Hope your day is starting well. Chris, I got my days mixed up...I was looking at the wrong month! Heidi and I will be down on the 9th, 10th and 11th. We'll leave right after Heidi gets out of school, so we should be there around 7 or so. Sorry about the mix up.
Love to you all, can't wait to see you.

Joanie <jmperkin1@earthlink.net>
- Saturday, December 27, 2003 7:53 AM CST

Sarah, Chris, and girls, our love and prayers are with you for quick healing, peace, and joy. Don't let go of the promises of healing in the Word. They stand in the face of anything and of course we know God is stronger than anything. Love, Dawn, John, Clark, Caleb, and Carson
Dawn <johnmarklemaster@aol.com>
Lexington, KY USA - Friday, December 26, 2003 9:23 AM CST

Beautifully written Christo. Mom, Dad, Cath, Rob, Nan, Sam Chris and Heidi and I enjoyed reading it after our Christmas dinner. Had to wait a bit to get to the caring page though...the kids table, (kids were Nan, Sam and Heidi), was in front of the computer.
Heidi and I have certainly realized what it is like to be personally blessed by God. For a while, it was a little scary, like it was great, but I was worried it would stop. Guess what, it never has! I feel like He will continue to place his blessings and grace on your family, you are so open to it!
Heidi and I will be there on the 7th, 8th and 9th. Please plan your retreat. I'll plan on staying at your house unless I hear differently. Love to all of you!

Joanie <jmperkin1@earthlink.net>
- Friday, December 26, 2003 8:09 AM CST

Chris - what a beautiful entry for a blessed night. Thank you! Our family is thinking of and praying for yours: that 2004 brings Sarah's complete healing! Love, The Horrell Family
Andrea Horrell <aphorrell@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY - Thursday, December 25, 2003 1:56 PM CST

Chris, knowing you and Sarah has been a wonderful blessing in our lives. We are truly awed by your strength and peace and total trust in our God. May He continue to bless you and your family for being such a wonderful example of His love. Merry Christmas to you and Sarah and the girls. Love, Bruce & Kathy Markham
Bruce & Kathy Markham <BusyKYmom@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, December 25, 2003 1:33 PM CST

Thank goodness for the distraction of Christmas and all that it means...may Jesus bring you Peace, Hope, and Love in the New Year!
Anne L. <london68@insightbb.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Wednesday, December 24, 2003 12:47 AM CST

Hey there Sarah!
Let's hope that's the last of the seizures. I was so sorry to read you were going through that. Have a wonderful Christmas! My love, prayers and best wishes to you, Chris and the girls.
Mary
Mary Long <mlongky@earthlink.net>
Louisville, KY - Tuesday, December 23, 2003 9:47 AM CST

Chris, our prayers are focused on no more seizures. Hope your trip home was uneventful. Love you all. Donna
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Monday, December 22, 2003 1:45 PM CST

Chris, She is in my prayers in a special way. I can only imagine some of your feelings. I will hold her in prayer.
Luv,
Wayne
Wayne Crabtree <wcrabtree61@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, December 22, 2003 9:47 AM CST

Chris, you have our family's focused prayers for no more seizures.

Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 21, 2003 11:52 PM CST

Hi,I read the PD message board. My family and I are praying for Sarah and your family. :)
Kelley <catsnthcrdl@aol.com>
Glendale, Az. - Sunday, December 21, 2003 9:38 PM CST

Thank you Chris for the update and a specific way to pray.
Sheila <SheDeKold@aol.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN - Sunday, December 21, 2003 7:54 PM CST

Sarah: Today we placed you and your family in prayer at our church. Your name will be uplifted specifically before the entire board of decons and church staff. We love you and yours dearly and continue to follow your progress.
Linda and Uncle Rex <rhughes1@swfla.rr.com>
naples , fla usa - Sunday, December 21, 2003 7:25 PM CST

Sarah, the strengh of your whole family continues to amaze me. My family and I are hoping that the hoidays give you a bit of a reprive. Peace and happiness to all of you.
Kathe (pd pal) <kathe32@aol.com>
syracuse, ny usa - Saturday, December 20, 2003 12:36 AM CST

Prayers for T, I and especially Z.
Sheila <SheDeKold@praying. com>
- Friday, December 19, 2003 8:58 PM CST

Dearest Sarah, I am so sorry to hear of your seizure. I know a little of how frightening they can be. Years ago I had a BIG one, which was never repeated and for which no cause was ever discovered. I will pray that you will never have this terrible experience again. Have a pleasant, restful weekend with your mom and dad and give them (and yourself) our love. Ron and Barb
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN - Friday, December 19, 2003 2:40 PM CST

Sarah, love and prayers to you and your family.

Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
- Thursday, December 18, 2003 10:44 PM CST

We are sending double prayers to each of you. May the side effects leave almost as quickly as the cancer itself. God bless each of you for your perserverance and belief. Thanks for being you. My God bless you ten thousand-fold this Christmas.
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Thursday, December 18, 2003 9:58 PM CST

My prayers for you and your family, Sarah. Your bravery is a blessing to me. Logi...Sheila's Mom
Logi Criswell <lodgie2@aol.com>
La Grange, CA USA - Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:23 PM CST

Been checking in double time lately; sent your site out to many of my TPNers who are prayin' folks. Thank God daily for you.
Sheila <SheDeKold@TPNHUGS.com>
- Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:19 PM CST

Dear Sarah, Chris,Theresa, Zoe, & Ingrid
Thank you so much for letting us be a part of your lives. How much we have learned of your strength as a family & the faith you continually have in God. You have been great inspiration to all of my thoughts and goals for my life. I pray to have the strength to follow those goals with you as a part of them. Lee and I love you and your family. WE also thank your Parents Ralph & Sue Hughes for welcoming us and always making us feel like family.
Donna H. <Donnajoz1@aol.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:44 AM CST

Sarah--you and Chris and the girls are in my prayers and thoughts as you continue to fight this cancer. It was so meaningful for me to get to visit with you at Baptist East and to hear about your life and family.

Blessings,
Dale
Dale McAbee <dmcabee@bhsi.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 12:50 AM CST

Sarah - I'm just a very long time lurker on the PD board, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laurie <LaurieDoc@aol.com>
Aberdeen Twp., NJ USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 11:55 AM CST

I'm so glad you made it home for Theresa's birthday! I remember one of her birthdays you didn't quite make it home for...2000. You were helping me bring my little girl into the world. Ellie turned 3 today. I hope Theresa's birthday was as special as you all are. We continue to pray for the cancer to LEAVE!
Tonya Overton <tonyaoverton@insightbb.com>
Indianapolis, in - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 4:38 PM CST

Hey Sarah....glad to see you made it back for Theresa's birthday. I bet that made her VERY happy! Happy birthday, Theresa!! Keep on keepin' on, Sarah. And Chris...and the girls. I admire your strength.
Oh! I forgot to tell you...Alex wore the poodle skirt you made for her to her school's Thanksgiving program. I couldn't believe all the comments we heard! Alex was basking in the glory...LOL
Much love,
Gretchyn <kvetchy@aol.com>
Lansdale, PA - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 1:37 PM CST

Sarah and Family,
Happy Birthday Theresa! I am so glad you could be home for Theresa's Birthday! You are in our prayer's.

Carringtyn <Avlgem14@aol.com>
Lousiville, ky USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 9:26 PM CST

I'm so glad you're home Sarah, and I know Theresa's B-day will be better because of it.
Heidi and I are keeping the entire family in our daily prayers.
I hope you, Chris and the girls can make it to mom and dad's party on Saturday. If not, I'll be planning another trip real soon. I miss you all!
Joanie Perkins <jmperkin1@earthlink.net>
Greenville, OH USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 7:03 PM CST

Sarah, Sending lots of healing prayers for you! I will also pray for your family. It is hard to be strong for so long.
Kristin <pteaster@aol.com>
Bellevue, WA - Monday, December 15, 2003 12:38 AM CST

In light of this latest news, my prayers are even more intense. I believe in the healing power and loving grace of our God and pray for a great outpouring of them both for both of you, Chris & Sarah, and for your children and the rest of your family. May He bless you mightily in the big and small ways as you continue this huge battle you are fighting with all of your strength. And Happy Birthday to Miss Theresa on her special day today. Love, Donna
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie , IN - Monday, December 15, 2003 11:56 AM CST

Chris, God bless you for your continued amazing love and support of someone who is so precious to so many! I am grateful for the plan that God had in mind when He brought the two of you together.
Sarah, my love and prayers are sent to you and your family by way of heaven daily.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
UT - Sunday, December 14, 2003 11:09 PM CST

Sarah and family,
I think of you so often and what you have been through and when I read your entries it reminds me about Matthew and his bone marrow transplant and how the two of you have been through so many of the same things. God gives us special miracle people in our lives and you are definitely one of them. I put you on our church's prayer list today and the kids and I say a special prayer for you all the time. May God bless you and keep you! All our love to you!!
Darla Lindenmayer and family <DLinden73@aol.com>
Lexington, IN USA - Sunday, December 14, 2003 10:41 PM CST

Sarah
thinking of you often, and praying for you daily. Much love to you and your amazing family.
xxxooo
rose <sfshannons@aol.com>
San Francisco, CA US - Sunday, December 14, 2003 10:20 PM CST

Our prayers are focused on Sarah's complete healing.
Vicki and Brett Sanders
- Sunday, December 14, 2003 8:36 PM CST

Krauskopf Family~

Having been away with the concerns and care of our household; I ventured in to hear Sarah is indeed SPECIAL...just as I affirm Olivia in that God made her JUST the way He would have her to be made for His purpose and glory. Has been a long haul to get there and some days not as clear; I think He gives those dealing with the fullness of life those glimpses of His sweet Kingdom.

John 9:3
Sheila
www.caringbridge.org/in/oliviablinndekold <SheDeKold@TPNGIVESLIFE.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN - Saturday, December 13, 2003 11:45 PM CST

I just keep believing in the power of prayer and positive spirit. Thank you for your wonderful postings and positive attitude. you guys are great!

Ruth-Ann <Rufuscnm@aol.com>
Fisherville, KY USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 5:36 PM CST

We are praying ferverently for you all.
It's been Germ Central around here; this week featured flu, pink eye, sinus infections, the usual, so this is as close as we'll get to seeing you. I was relucant to even send an e-mail for fear that my biological"viruses" would find their way to you! Silly, Yes.
I forwarded this link to a crop of people, some heavy hitters in the prayer dept I hope.God bless you. Alice

Alice Baldwin <alicebaldwin326@yahoo.com>
lou, KY - Friday, December 12, 2003 3:27 PM CST

Hey, Sarah....so sorry to hear of the new hotspots. Blast 'em out, I say!
You and your family are in my thoughts.
Gretchyn <kvetchy@aol.com>
Lansdale, PA - Friday, December 12, 2003 12:39 AM CST

I posted with Cisee on the positive parenting board--I am CGunsallus. Best wishes--my thoughts are with you
Sandy Trionfini <CGunsallus@aol.com>
Canton, CT USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 6:58 AM CST

Praying...sigh
Donna <Donerleg@hugstosarah.com>
Louisville, Ky USA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 11:39 PM CST

Dear Chris and Sarah,
Our Master keeps his promises.Faithfulness and love is richly rewarded.We pray for an end to suffering for you,and for healing.We're here and loving you with all our hearts.God's peace to you.Love,Mary
Mary <moojuice8989@adamswells.com>
Berne, IN - Thursday, December 11, 2003 5:27 PM CST

Sending those hotspots a big mean 'ole hairy eyeball, the best "mean momma" look I can muster. Even the former PD board-ers have to get into the act! Much love to your whole family, Chris and Sarah.
Patty <phdrwd@sssnet.com>
Wooster, OH USA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 3:27 PM CST

Sarah, honey, I'm so sorry that things have been going badly. I am praying hard for you. We miss you on the PD board but we're with you in spirit.
Meagan <Meagan0624@aol.com>
- Thursday, December 11, 2003 2:44 PM CST

Chris, you have a career in writing if you want, your journal entry almost made me feel *good! Sarah, I'm getting Julian to send superpower deathrays to all the hotspots...
Nell Goddin <lanellici@aol.com>
Charlottesville, VA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 2:17 PM CST

Chris, how I admire your faith and confidence. You are a very special gentleman, and Sarah and the girls are more than privileged to have you in their lives. May God bless you all.
Barb Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Munciw, IN - Thursday, December 11, 2003 1:43 PM CST

Chris and family...I guess all we can do is continue to trust in God's goodness and pray for grace. The news is "crappy", that's for sure. I'll be over Friday if that is still ok...We love you all and pray for you daily...
Ruth-Ann <Rufuscnm@aol.com>
Fisherville, KY USA - Thursday, December 11, 2003 11:33 AM CST

I just want you to know I'm thinking of you daily, Sarah and praying for the cancer cells to DIE!!!!
Nancy Kelley <nakelley@aol.com>
Fairfield, CT - Thursday, December 11, 2003 11:29 AM CST

Sarah and family,
Sorry to read the "crappy news". Know the PD gals are thinking about you and sending positive thoughts!
Barbz
Barbara <barbzwired@aol.com>
Lexington, KY 40502 - Thursday, December 11, 2003 11:03 AM CST

Oh Chris and Sarah, I don't know what to say. My heart just aches for what you all are going through. About the time Chris was writing this, I was saying a special prayer for you all as I put the kids to bed. Something told me you needed this extra prayer. I just wish this would all go away for you all and Sarah would feel like her old self again. I'll continue to pray for you all!
Love,
Maria
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 10:50 PM CST

Chris and Sarah,

I am in shock. I feel so very sad at this news. The timing of this crisis impeded the growing relationship I felt was developing with Sarah. She was truly a blessing last year - an angel to help bring our miracle boy into the world. I truly believe that God sent her to us. She gave me peace and tranquility when I was scared and worried. She was reassuring and so very kind. I am praying so hard that God gives that to both of you now. I believe so much in the Lord's healing spirit. He truly does know what he's doing, though we may not understand why. I am proud of her as a friend, a mother and a teacher. She is and will continue to be - and to mean - so much to all of us whose lives she has touched. Please tell her to continue to hold tight - He's not done yet. No way. There is joy here and God bless you for seeing it. Continue to look and to find it. God is listening to all of our prayers - he must be, we're screaming loud enough! She is proufoundly special, profoundly inspiring and wonderfully spiritual. I miss her; I am sad that I can't help, living hundreds of miles away now. But I pray for the strength of your family, confidence over this disease and for the simple things like a nap, or the dexterity of her fingers. Bless you all. Thank you so much for keeping us informed. God is touching your family and working in your lives. He is teaching us all through your experience. Thank you.

Always in thought and prayer,
Rachel Cox <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 10:15 PM CST

Dear Sarah and Family,
No profound words of wisdom today - just the reassurance that you are all ever in our prayers. Much love.
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, December 9, 2003 4:47 AM CST

Dear Sarah and Family,
During this advent season especially, our prayers are with you daily. May your symptoms disappear, and your body heal completely so that you may fully partake in God's blessings. With Love, the Horrell Family
Andrea Horrell <aphorrell@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY - Saturday, December 6, 2003 8:59 PM CST

Sarah, I hope you are feeling better. We will continue to pray for you and the family. We have been so busy lately. I really enjoyed seeing you guys at the wedding in September. One of my favorite scriptural themes is based on the verse that says God's Word never returns void but accomplishes that which it was sent forth to do. That strengthens my faith for healing. Hope it encourages you.
Dawn LeMaster <johnmarklemaster@aol.com>
Lexington, KY USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 7:22 PM CST

sarah's cousin dawn
Dawn LeMaster <johnmarklemaster@aol.com>
Lexington, KY USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 7:15 PM CST

Sarah - just came home from Wednesday choir and thought I would check in. We've been working on Christmas music (duh!!!) and I was thinking of how many friends - including you- that I've made over the years through the Cathedral.

I'm so sorry to hear about the neuropathy - even though it's for a different reason, I remember the frustration of not being able to make my hands do what I wanted them to. This may sound stupid, but do you need help in wrapping Christmas presents? If your hands are bothering you, that's one thing you DON'T need to do! I may not be shopping center quality, but give me a roll of tape and scissors, and I can get the job done!!

I hesitate to call the house, 'cause I don't want to bother you if you're lying down/sleeping. My phone number during the day is 595-5612 - if I'm not in the office, leave a message and tell me when's a good time to call back/come over.

as always, you and your family are in my prayers...

donna

donna demaree <momofrajah@aol.com>
louisville, ky - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 9:21 PM CST

So thankful to know you, Sarah.
SheMom <Sheila@HugstoSarah.com>
- Tuesday, December 2, 2003 11:32 AM CST

Dear Sarah and Chris. I wish there were better words to say than "I love you" and "I pray for you." There aren't, however, so I will say "I love you" and "I pray for you."
Barb Mixell
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Muncie, IN USA - Friday, November 28, 2003 6:48 AM CST

Hello my dear,

I love you very much, and I am glad to be sharing this special Thanksgiving with you. As the tumors die, you are being created new. I am here to walk with you and be at your side throughout this journey of life. God knows what he is doing.
Chris Krauskopf <christokk@aol.com>
louisville, ky - Thursday, November 27, 2003 7:05 PM CST

Thinking of you, Sarah. There's a Rosary being said for you every Thursday!
Patty <phdrwd@sssnet.com>
Wooster, OH USA - Thursday, November 27, 2003 10:39 AM CST

Hi Sarah and family. Just wanted to let you know my prayers continue to be with you this Thanksgiving week. I am grateful for you and your family and the inspiration you are to me to keep on keeping on no matter what falls in the path ahead. Looking forward to seeing all of you next month. God Bless.
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 7:27 PM CST

Sarah, our prayers are with you. We are thankful for you in many ways. In observing your optimism and realism, you truly are an inspiration. Sounds corny, but its true. Miss you and hope these side effects go away soon. Keep praying - we all are - He is listening.
Thank God for you.

Lots of love,

The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 6:06 PM CST

Chris, thank you for filling in with the information. Sarah, extra prayers for you that you are feeling better soon!
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
- Thursday, November 20, 2003 6:05 PM CST

Sarah and family, we're still thinking of you. Hope it's warmer there than in Toledo!

God bless. Can't wait to hear an update.
The Cox Family
Toledo, OH - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 2:42 PM CST

Hi Sarah,
I was just thinking of you and got a good update from Heath. Sounds like things are going much better. I am still here if you need anything. Housecleaning, cooking.
Love,
Julie
Julie Gould <justicejulie@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, November 18, 2003 4:08 PM CST

Sarah, it has been a pleasure getting to know you through the homeschool list. I am astounded that you have such an interest in food allergies and can be so caring about others when you yourself are undergoing such a challenge w/ your own health. Your children & husband are very blessed and our family will be praying for you.
Leslea Harmon <steveandleslea@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 3:13 PM CST

Hi Sarah. I met you in the make-up class a few months ago. I have breast cancer and am undergoing chemo right now. I visit your sight often as you are an inspiration for me. I have four kids and I know all about how tiring this is. I also work full time. Thanks for your help through this. I love to read your stories. I just had my 5th treatment and it was my 1st Taxol. Through your stories, I kinda knew what to expect. Its nice to hear from someone who knows what I'm going through. God bless you and your family.
Carol Haag <carol@ppaky.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:31 AM CST

Chris,
you are most welcome. You have a great family. You will always be in my prayers. All of you. You are special people.
Know that you are loved by many.
Love,
Wayne
Wayne Crabtree <wcrabtree61@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Friday, November 7, 2003 7:37 AM CST

Hi Sarah, I am a friend of Donna and Lee's. I have visited the caring bridge site before due to the fact that we have a little friend named Jonathan Brown who has had a brain tumor and is recieving all kinds of therapy too. It is so special how the people respond from all over and say so many prayers for you. I want you to know that now you have another family who will also be thinking and praying for you and your beautiful family. Peace be with you!!
Marilyn Crumbo <mcrumbo@yahoo.com>
Pekin, IN USA - Wednesday, November 5, 2003 8:24 AM CST

Hi Sarah et al. It's always good to read your journal entries...it's such a neat way to keep us "up". Your parents probably told you about the really fine visits we h ad with them last week. Friendships like ours can pick up at a minute's notice where they were left off however long ago. I was touched by your observation on the innocence of your daughters - having granddaughters the ages of your two oldest, I share lots of things with you, including the treasure of their innocence and relentless quest to protect them. And in addition, they're always good for a laugh. Love and kisses to you all. Barb Mixell
Barbara Mixell <mixer766@aol.com>
Munciw, In - Monday, November 3, 2003 4:36 PM CST

Sarah-I have some more art supplies for the girls when you are in next.
Kim Arrington
Louisville, KY 40207 - Monday, November 3, 2003 3:17 PM CST

Hi Sarah.....just checking to see what was up and to say Hi! I'm so glad you're singing.....Take care - Deve
Deve Vetter <deve.vetter@nortonhealthcare,org>
- Friday, October 31, 2003 12:45 AM CST

Sarah, you have a beautiful voice and your singing meant so much last night. Thanks for doing it! This is probably the last entry from this site, but I will communicate through my e-mail address, rosemary.speaker@mirazon.com Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Blessings, Rosemary
Rosemary <rosemary.speaker@mirazon.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 9:01 AM CST

Thanks for the update Chris. You know, Sarah sure knew what she was doing when she picked you! Sarah, you and your girls continue to be in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers.
Jo <utahjo2@aol.com>
UT - Sunday, October 26, 2003 10:12 PM CST

Haven't seen a post in a while. Hope you're doing well and that this break means you've been too busy singing or playing with the kids to write. All of our prayers are with you,
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH - Sunday, October 26, 2003 8:32 AM CST

Sarah, If I ever feel blue I just read your journals. Your example fills me with courage and strength. Thank you for all that you have given me. May God fill you with his continual presence especially when you have to sofa surf!
Love and Prayers,
Kim Avera <robertandkim@earthlink.net>
Westport, KY USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 2:31 AM CDT

Sarah, you must be so tired of feeling tired and sick and yucky. I am sure you are aware of the importance of resting and taking care of yourself so this wonderful/awful medicine can do its work! I so admire your constant efforts to keep moving and going and living life to the fullest and still work in the time for rest when you need it. I pray that you can rest peacefully without worry, guilt or frustration as you continue to heal and take care of yourself. Blessings.
Donna Young <Dyoung0901@comcast.net>
Muncie, IN - Thursday, October 23, 2003 8:53 PM CDT

Dear Sarah, the hardest person to be patient with is ourselves. You are going a great job of dealing with everything. I find you very admirable. I continue to keep you in my prayers. Please pray for my Dad as he begins his radiation treatment for cancer in his throat. I know you have been there and understand his apprehension. Next weekis my last week here but I will try to keep up with you and your delightful family.
Rosemary <rosemary.speaker@mirazon.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 8:16 AM CDT

Andrew turned three last week. I can't believe I've known you for over three years. I still think of what a blessing you were at his birth. I'm glad you've been a part of our lives!
Maria Marchal <mariamarchal@yahoo.com>
Louisville, KY US - Saturday, October 18, 2003 9:32 PM CDT

I am a co-worker of your sister-in-law Joanie Perkins. She has shared your story with me. I will keep you and your family in my daily prayers. What a beautiful family you have. God Bless and Keep you.
Holly Clemens <hclemen@stvincent.org>
Greenville, OH USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 12:07 AM CDT

Hi Sarah--I'll bet you are tired of hearing about the Limbaugh/Oxycontin deal. My understanding is that a high is achieved through taking the medicine in an incorrect/abnormal way. People who want to can abuse anything...hairspray, white out, markers, whatever. Medication is made to help us...not hurt us. I'm so thankful it has been helping you and that you are needing less of it.
Anne L. <london68@insightbb.com>
Floyds Knobs, IN USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 7:56 AM CDT

Glad to hear your numbers are down.You are such a strong and powerful woman with a loving heart and belief in the Lord.Those are the great traits you are passing on to your girls and they will love you for them regardless of how many days you spend on the couch.Ride that sofa girl,being a mother isn't always about busy work sometimes it's just being there.
Ann Denner <anniepooh40146@yahoo.com>
Brandenburg, KY Meade - Monday, October 13, 2003 1:27 PM CDT

Morning Sarah. Hope the Procrit helps. I can't imagine trying to keep up with your girls when you're short of breath.
Has Thresea shown you her cartwheel yet? She was really doing well. Little Ingy looks like she has dancer legs, her toe point is so good.
Have you been purchasing 6X's for Zoe? I've been looking around here for some shorter pants, but have not had much luck. If they don't have a zipper at the bottom, you can hem, right?
I wish I would have picked up some more EOB's while I was there. Can Chris send me another packet?
Gotta run, my breakfast cassarole is finished and I want to get it to work while it's still warm.
Love to all, hope today is a great day!
Joanie <jmperkin1@earthlink.net>
Greenville, OH - Wednesday, October 8, 2003 6:42 AM CDT

Sarah, dear, give yourself a break! I think that under the circumstances it is okay for you to have a day or two or three as a couch potato. Think of all the healthy people for whom that is a way of life. Be kind to yourself. Thinking and praying and celebrating the 2.5 with you!
Laura Lea
- Tuesday, October 7, 2003 8:58 PM CDT

WOW!!! Your CEA 2.5!! You go girl. What wonderful news.
Rosemary Speaker
- Tuesday, October 7, 2003 8:12 AM CDT

Hi there! Just checking in to see how you're doing. Think about you a lot and send happy messages to you as often as possible.

Emily is 17 months today. Can you believe it? It seems a million years since we were together last, watching me labor and labor without any progress in sight. She's a hoot. Loves to run, ride her bike, look for planes in the sky, and watch "Pig-Pig" (Piglet's Big Movie). Never thought it would be so much fun.

Hope you're feeling better today!
Lynette Green <Lynette_green@b-f.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, October 6, 2003 2:02 PM CDT

Sarah,

WOW!!! We are so very happy for even more great news! Lord, keep it comin' ... and THANKS! May God continue to bless your family.
The Cox Family <racheljcox@yahoo.com>
frosty Toledo, OH - Monday, October 6, 2003 7:17 AM CDT

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