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Lisa
AK - Monday, February 23, 2009 11:07 PM CST

Merry Christmas Hantske Family!
The Schwier's <donsbug67@hotmail.com>
Chester, IL - Friday, December 19, 2008 10:48 AM CST

Happy Thursday Hantske Family! Never forget you! Hope all is well. love, sylvia

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Thursday, October 23, 2008 8:01 PM CDT

It was so great to see you guys in NY. I wish we could have spent a little more time together. As you can see Chris' headaches are very unpredictable. I felt so bad when we had to rush back to the RMH. Well I hope you guys were able to go on the tram ride anyway. One of these days Chris will get to go on it. Tell Amelia Chris and his mom said hi. We love you guys! Take care and God Bless!

Lois and Chris Schwier <donsbug67@yahoo.com>
Chester, IL USA - Monday, August 25, 2008 12:46 AM CDT

Just checking to see how you're doing. It was great seeing you in NYC. We'll have to try to do it again in Annapolis. School starts soon and the craziness begins, but maybe we'll be able to squeeze a trip to Starbucks or the pool, or pumpkin patch. Starbucks is my favorite, but the kids might not agree.
Melinda and Erin
Melinda <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Saturday, August 23, 2008 7:54 PM CDT

Hello Hantskes! I stumbled upon your website this morning while searching for something else, how strange our world works sometimes. I just wanted to drop a note to let you know that your family is often in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you are all doing well, and I hope to continue reading that Amelia is happy and healthy.
Rebecca (Bert Jabin's)
- Monday, June 23, 2008 10:18 AM CDT

Hello Hantske's! I can't believe it has been this long since I've posted a hello to you. Where does time go?? But I never, ever forget you or stop praying for you. I hope this finds you all continuing to do well.

Our youngest daughter Meghan, the art major, was hired by an engineering firm in DC and her contract is with the Navy - when people ask what she does, we tell them she makes torpedoes look interesting. : ) She'll be moving in to her new apartment next week - near Georgetown. And Michele received her masters in social work last week from Wheelock College in Boston - she will be having her second interview tomorrow at Dana Farber for a position in pediatric oncology - survivor's clinic. She also moves in to her apartment next week......so we'll be one weekend in Boston and the next in DC!

Hope you have a wonderful week! love, sylvia (aunt Patricia's friend)

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Monday, May 26, 2008 9:02 PM CDT

HI!
Thanks for checking in on Chris. We are due back in Ny in August. He has to see Dr. Kushner and Dr. Sklar. Would love to get together with you guys. I am so happy that Amelia is doing so great. She is so beautiful! I have a new email address just email me and let me know when you guys have to be in NY and maybe we can schedule our appointments in the same week!
Lois Schwier <donsbug67@hotmail.com>
Chester, IL USA - Wednesday, April 23, 2008 12:51 AM CDT

I'm so happy Amelia is doing so well. She has grown so much along with her sister and brother. I'm sure you are busy with all the kids activities. David is doing well (31/2 years cancer free). He will graduate next Dec and is going on to medical school. He just recently got engaged to Lindsay who he has dated 6 yrs. Mat is going to college also. David is back from Iraq and doing ok. I'm busy as always trying to keep up with everyone around me like all Moms are. Do you have a trip to NY planned? I would love to see you some time. You and Amelia are my first good memories of Sloan. I used to love to watch how shy she was but she always kept her eyes on David. May God Bless your family.
Kim Wray <wrayk@uhcwv.org>
Lumberport, WV United States - Friday, April 4, 2008 4:58 PM CDT

Allison,
I hadn't checked your site for a while. Wow, how that story brings back memories of our story (similar, but different). Amelia is such an inspiration with her spunk and energy. Erin had a ball at your house, and we'll have to Amelia next time. Take care!
Melinda
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Sunday, March 23, 2008 7:03 PM CDT

You little one give me so much strength and hope for my baby. She is little like you were when you first got sick. It is a very scary road but to see your courage and beautiful smiling face gives us a chance at hope. We hope that your good fortune continues.
Becky Weber & Olivia dx stage IV high risk <rrwebs1@yahoo.com>
Tampa, Fl - Tuesday, February 5, 2008 5:25 PM CST

Dearest little Amelia,
How happy we were to find out about you and your courage and your journey back to good health. It gives us such a sense of hope for our precious little granddaughter Nina Grace. We can't wait for her to be a healthy girl, swimming and going to school!! Even tho we will be pretty old by then. Your grandpa went to high school with Nina's grampy and also to the Naval Academy with him. Also Nina's Daddy is an excellent sailor and has sailed many times in the Newport to Bermuda race.!!! Also Westpac! so you two have much in common!! Also Nina has three cousins who are competitive swimmers in No. Virginia!! They are Drew,15, Ryan almost 14, and Cameron 11 Santoro!! Nina loves her sister Leila, 7 and her brothers Peter, 10 and Jack, almost 14!! We love Dr. Kuschner too! We will pray for your continued good health!!! Fondly Bob and Betty Pirrmann
Betty Pirrmann <bettypirrmann@optonline.net>
Greenwich, CT. USA - Sunday, October 21, 2007 6:21 PM CDT

Love the picture! Don't forget to e-mail your information so I can forward it to Caryn. I hope to see you soon.
Love,
Melinda and Erin
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/erinkeenan
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2007 5:03 PM CDT

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMELIA! I was checking in to see your beautiful face and to let you know that I think of you and your mom all the time. Please give her a big hug from me. Keep up the good work and be happy.

Lots of love and hugs from Massachusetts.
Debbie, Mark and Markie
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Tuesday, June 5, 2007 5:27 PM CDT

Hi Amelia! WOW! Five years old! Happy, happy belated birthday! Sounds like you had fun at your swimming party. Hi Kathryn and Ben...hope you're all doing well and getting ready for summer. Did you have your last day of school yet?

Our Meghan graduated from Penn State a few weeks ago, and though she has not yet found a job (art major), she DID bring home a dog! : ) Kiela is fitting in very nice with our family.

Sending lots of hugs to all of you. xoxoxo

love, Sylvia (aunt Pat's friend)

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Tuesday, June 5, 2007 4:35 PM CDT

Amelia, I haven't met you, but I am so happy and grateful for how far you have come and how brave and strong you must be! You have had an amazing life so far, and I know it will be filled with joy and love and lots of laughter.I am very fond of your mom and dad and know them from a long time ago. They're great and I know you must have lots of fun with them.
Beth Kahr <bethkahr@verizon.net>
Annapolis, MD US - Sunday, June 3, 2007 2:17 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Amelia, now you are a real handful! So glad Amelia had a great birthday, she looks just wonderful! Have a great summer!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 11:29 AM CDT

Amelia,
Your birthday party was fun. It was cold out of the pool.
Love,
Erin
Erin Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Wednesday, May 16, 2007 6:25 PM CDT

Love the picture! Erin's negative for HAMA so we're back in June for round 11. Scans are next week. Maybe after that, we can plan an outing somewhere. Erin had a great time at the party!
Love,
Melinda and Erin
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Wednesday, May 16, 2007 6:22 PM CDT

Happy Mothers Day Allison!!
Lois Schwier <dlschwier@charter.net>
Chester, IL - Sunday, May 13, 2007 6:43 PM CDT

Hi, Stopping by to say hello. I love her photo and haircut, what a big girl she is now. God Bless, Love, Ellen
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, ma - Sunday, April 22, 2007 3:29 AM CDT

It was a pleasure to see you all in person! Hope you had a safe trip back. Kathryn, Ben, and Amelia, you are all such sweeties! love, sylvia

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
- Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:37 PM CDT

Well Miss Amelia! What a cute doo! I just love it! Especially the smile on your face. You are just adorable!
We always remember you and pray for you. Allison, hope all goes well with the eye evaluation and prayers for safe travel.

love, sylvia (Aunt Pat's friend)

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Monday, March 12, 2007 2:11 PM CDT

Allison,
It was a pleasure to meet you and your beautiful daughter Amelia at RMDH this week. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience. It is very inspirational to see how well Amelia is doing. Zachary begins his third round of chemo on Monday. I will not forget the tips you gave me that will make our hospital stays a little easier!
Rob Charlebois <www.caringbridge.org/visit/zacharycharlebois>
Hilton, NY USA - Sunday, February 25, 2007 10:36 AM CST

I love the picture of Amelia. What a beautiful smile and stylish haircut. We took Cassie to the same salon, and she thought it was the best. She got to watch High School Musical while getting her hair done. It will be great seeing you next week.
Melinda
Melinda <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Friday, February 16, 2007 9:26 PM CST

Amelia, I love the haircut! Carolyn's is very similar. Good luck with your trip to NYC, I will be very interested to read about what they have to say. Carolyn says words, etc. don't always line up when she reads, so we are going to a functional optometrist at the end of the month. We'll have to trade findings come March!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Tuesday, February 13, 2007 8:59 AM CST

It's so good to hear about Amelia. I'm glad to hear that she's doing well, she's so cute! Our daughter, Marissa, is 18 mos old & diagnosed 2 1/2 mos ago w/stage 4 nb. We just finished up round 4 of chemo, so far she's doing great. Your family is in our prayers. www.caringbridge.org/visit/marissamonroe
Tracy Monroe <tjmonroe@myrural.com>
White Pigeon, MI USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2007 2:49 AM CST

So glad to read that the scans were good!
God Bless, Love, Ellen
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape cod, Ma - Monday, February 5, 2007 9:34 PM CST

So glad to hear everything is perfect! My name is Caryn Franca my son Nick is 17 and has received all of his nb treatment at Sloan since being diagnosed for the first time at 151/2 Aug. 05. we are on our tenth round of antibodies. He is doing well. We are friends with ERin and Melinda, (Erin said once Nick was her boyfriend)! Just wanted you to know I know that sigh you are breathing and breathe it with you!!! Love to find success story sites! I bookmarked you!!!!
Caryn and Nick Franca
www.caringbridge.org/visit/francafamily

caryn franca <carynfranca@aol.com>
clifton, va usa - Wednesday, January 31, 2007 7:55 PM CST

What a blessing!!!! Your family has been, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers!!
Vicki Roark <vroark67@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, January 25, 2007 6:38 PM CST

WONDERFUL NEWS!

We celebrate with you! Hopefully, we can meet next time in NY!! You remain in our prayers. God Bless.

The Adamson Family
Diane, David, Emily, and MaryGrace
www.caringbridge.org/fl/emilyadamson
Diane Adamson <ERDIANE@aol.com>
Cooper City, FL - Tuesday, January 23, 2007 8:57 PM CST

YESSSSSS!
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Tuesday, January 23, 2007 7:12 PM CST

Thank God! I am so happy to finally hear the news-you have been in my thoughts all along!! Love Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <Joanne_Shapiro@msn.com>
NY, NY usa - Tuesday, January 23, 2007 5:32 PM CST

Have not been able to stop thinking of Amelia and praying for her...and her mom and dad. So good to hear this news!
love, Sylvia
Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Tuesday, January 23, 2007 4:30 PM CST

Thank God! I thought everything would be fine, but it's still so scary. I hope you can relax now and figure out why Amelia's pupil is doing this. Take care and enjoy your time at home.
Love,
Melinda
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, January 23, 2007 2:00 PM CST

Hey Allison,
Thanks for directing me to her webpage. I will be thinking hard about you while you await some news. I do pray, but sometimes it is with considerable doubt-I'm not sure I'm at the top of His list!! And we really need to try harder to get the girls together in 2007. Grace asks frequently, perhaps next week we can organize something. Grace and Mia both enjoy her. Take it easy and you all are in our thoughts.
Laura DiBerardinis <dibo91@comcast.net>
- Monday, January 22, 2007 9:42 AM CST

Hi Allison and Amelia. I'm not sure if you'll remember us, but our kids were both going through 3F8 treatment together. I don't think Madeline (Maddie) and Amelia shared a room together, but we would chat in the mornings. I found Amelia's website and I am so glad that she is doing well. I'm sure the MRI will show nothing abnormal, and all this is related to the growth hormone. I do keep up with Amelia and her everyday life. I loved the Raggedy Ann costume! It was perfect for her. I will be praying for you while you wait for the results of the MRI.

Maddie's website is www.patmedia.net/benoff where you can read about her battle with neuroblastoma.

Love,
Julie
Julie Benoff <jbenoff1@yahoo.com>
Hillsborough, NJ United States - Saturday, January 20, 2007 4:43 PM CST

I am so glad that you were able to recognize this in your precious little one. Through prayer, I will lift her and your family up to an amazing God--and will look forward to rejoicing. I constantly pray that God, through Christ's love, would raise up someone with a cure. Christopher Schwier's grandma Grace.
Grace <grace_5@valornet.com>
Carlsbad, NM USA - Monday, January 15, 2007 5:48 PM CST

MY FAMILY AND I WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS! YES, IT WILL BE A VERY LONG WEEK! I TOO WOULD BE BESIDE MYSELF WITH ALL YOU HAVE BEEN THROUGH, AND ALL THAT IS TO COME, MY HAT IS OFF TO YOU! MAY GOD KEEP YOU, WITH LOVE AND RESPECT, VICKI ROARK (CHRISTOPHER SCHWIER'S AUNT IN CALIFORNIA)

VICKI ROARK <vroark67@hotmail.com>
YUCCA VALLEY, CA USA - Monday, January 15, 2007 4:52 AM CST

Praying for good results from the M.R.I. I wish I could be there to give you a hug. I know you are probably going crazy with the waiting game. Just know that you have lots of people praying for Amelia.
Lois Schwier (Chris' Mom)
Chester, IL - Sunday, January 14, 2007 3:06 AM CST

Dear Allison,
I know you must be a nervous wreck, but this could be caused by many, many other things. I'm glad to read that the cat scan and MIBG were negative, so it's not something obvious. I'll be praying that it's something that can be easily taken care of. I'll try to call you this weekend. Are you going to NYC for the MRI or doing it in Baltimore? It stinks that you have to wait a week for the scan. Keep the faith that everything will be fine!
Love,
Melinda
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Friday, January 12, 2007 10:13 PM CST

Hi Allison, Just checking on you and Amelia. All my prayers are with you!!! Hugs to Amelia and one for you too. Love Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <Joanne_Shapiro@msn.com>
ny, ny usa - Friday, January 12, 2007 4:53 AM CST

Happpy New Year!
Love from

Love from Kaitlyn <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, WA Australia - Saturday, December 30, 2006 10:55 PM CST

Dear Hantske Family,
Merry Christmas! I hope you're having a wonderful day. We'll have to get together after the holidays.
Love,
Melinda and Erin http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/erinkeenan
Melinda <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Monday, December 25, 2006 6:27 PM CST

Allison,
It was great seeing you and your family yesterday. My kids had a ball. They're playing with their new toys right now. We'll have to meet up again soon. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas.
Love,
Melinda
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Sunday, December 10, 2006 1:59 PM CST

Happy Thanksgiving! I just finished reading the lastest update. I continue to pray for you, and concentrate my prayer for the added stresses, and most especially for Amelia's continued complete healing.

Sending love and hugs your way! love, sylvia

Sylvia Pituch (aunt Pat's friend) <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Thursday, November 23, 2006 10:05 AM CST

Chris gets headaches too. His are like migraines. The doctors can't tell me why he gets them. They said maybe it's a side effect of treatment. Amelia looks so cute, she has grown sooo much. I love the Ragady Amelia costume!!
God Bless!
Lois Schwier <dlschwier@charter.net>
Chester , IL USA - Wednesday, November 15, 2006 6:54 PM CST

Yeah, the headaches are gone! That's great news. We're back from NYC. Erin was thrilled to go to school today. We'll have to arrange to meet up again soon.
Melinda Keenan http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/erinkeenan
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Monday, November 6, 2006 10:14 PM CST

Allison, I hope those headaches go away now that Amelia has stopped taking the growth hormones. I know it is such a worry and there is nothing to do but wait it out and try to keep a grip on your sanity. I so relate to your remarks about the accountant, etc. Moving this summer was hard for me--there were boxes I had never unpacked from NYC, and some of it I just put into new boxes. It's such a huge chasm in a family's life, you should feel good about making progress.
Hope we'll see you all at the Gold Ribbon Tree Dec. 9!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Falls Church, VA - Wednesday, November 1, 2006 8:16 AM CST

Raggedy Ann is just the cutest!!!!!! Hope the headaches disappear-will keep checking on you. Love and Hugs Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <Joanne_Shapiro@msn.com>
ny, ny usa - Monday, October 30, 2006 7:33 AM CST

Hey Amelia, we read that you met our friends the Keenans, we also met them in NYC while our son received the 3F8 treatments. You look so big up there on that rock, you are so cute! We will keep you all in our daily prayers, Mary Baughman
caringbridge.org/ok/mitchel
Mary Baughman <mikmar2m@sbcglobal.net>
Bartlesville, Ok - Wednesday, October 25, 2006 7:52 PM CDT

Cannot believe how big my sweet Amelia has gotten!!!! Just checking in to see how you all are doing and it sounds great. Hope to see you when you are in NY for check ups. Hugs to all, "Miss" Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <Joanne_Shapiro@msn.com>
ny, ny usa - Tuesday, October 17, 2006 5:13 PM CDT

Dear Allison,
I'm so glad we got to meet up and exchange stories. I love the new picture of Amelia. She's a beautiful little girl who will do big things some day. We'll definitely have to meet up again soon, maybe after we get back from NYC. Tell Amelia thank you for showing us their is life and normalcy past treatment.
Love,
Melinda Keenan http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/erinkeenan
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, October 17, 2006 2:23 PM CDT

Hi Amelia,
I found your website on Lunch for Life. We live south of Annapolis, and my daughter is being treated at Sloan for neuroblastoma. Erin just started kindergarten this September. I'm glad to hear you're doing so well. We travel back to New York the week of Halloween. Erin's going to trick or treat at the Ronald McDonald House. Erin's website is
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/erinkeenan.
Melinda Keenan <brmel1967@comcast.net>
Churchton, MD - Friday, October 6, 2006 3:28 PM CDT

Hi Amelia! I just love seeing this picture of you on your first day of school! So...how is school? Sending lots of hugs to all of you. love, sylvia
Sylvia (aunt Pat's friend) <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Thursday, October 5, 2006 9:20 PM CDT

HI, I hope Amelia is enjoying pre-school, Sean, Kathleen and Heather started too. I was shocked when they got right on the bus! She is looking very grown up! God Bless, Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma - Saturday, September 30, 2006 1:22 AM CDT

Amelia, I barely recognized you in that picture, you're such a big girl!!! I hope you're loving school, I'm sure it is so fun being with your friends.
Allison, wow! Tears of joy in my eyes seeing how far your little sweetie has come!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Friday, September 22, 2006 6:08 AM CDT

Hi Allison...great news about Amelia! Think about her all the time....think of all of you really. We were with your aunt Patricia and the family this weekend. We want to be adopted by them! : ) Well....we just consider us all related. Not sure if you knew about Tim's hair...it was long!...and since last February I've been telling him that we're taking him up to Penn State with us for THON, the 48 hr dance marathon for children with cancer - our Meghan, who is a friend of Tim's, is real involved in THON and they do Locks of Love that weekend. Our Michele donated her hair last year. Well on Friday night Tim handed me a box.....inside was a 25" pony tail to donate to Locks of Love. He's a dear.

Know you are always in our prayers....and most especially for all to go well with the growth hormone. Take care... sending hugs your way. love, Sylvia

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Monday, August 7, 2006 7:33 PM CDT

Thank heaven the scans are all clear! Amelia is such a big girl for holding still through the MIBG, everyone has a hard time with that one! Please let us know how the GH goes, I'm wondering if that is in our future. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Friday, August 4, 2006 8:00 AM CDT

Hi Allison,
So glad to hear about this good news on your website about Amelia's scan results. But I can only imagine how tough it is to get a wiggly child to lie still for such a long procedure -- sounds awful. Big hugs all around, from our house to your house -- Love always --
Carolyn Carr
Minneapolis, MN US - Sunday, July 23, 2006 11:24 PM CDT

Hi, Just stopping by to say hello! I hope you get great news with scans. Heather will be 4 in October and also wears 18-24 mo. clothes. I keep trying to get her bigger ones, but they fall off, luckily, she likes dresses! God Bless, Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma - Sunday, July 16, 2006 11:11 PM CDT

Hi Allison and Amelia,
David and I talk of you often and wonder how you are doing. I keep an eye on your website. Amelia looks great!!! We will pray for her scans to remain clean. God is good!! David finished his 3 mth visits up in May and is now on 6 mth. He is doing very well. He is attending college, majoring in Biology. My youngest son, Mat will be a senior next year. My husband had been in Iraq since last July and is due home the end of this July. I wish we could get together. Email me your number if you get a chance. May God bless your family,
Love,
Kim and David Wray
Kim Wray <wrayk@uhcwv.org>
Lumberport, WV United States - Tuesday, June 27, 2006 5:02 PM CDT

Happy Mother's Day Allison!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 8:29 PM CDT

Love from Kaitlyn
Beverley, WA Australia - Thursday, April 13, 2006 11:52 PM CDT

Just popping in to say G'day

Love from Kaitlyn
Beverley, WA Australia - Saturday, March 4, 2006 3:01 AM CST

Via con Dios, Al!!

Our love is always with you. Keith and the clan...
Keith Garwick
- Tuesday, February 28, 2006 0:19 AM CST

Hi,
I am glad to hear that Amelia is doing so well. I am sorry that you are dealing with shingles. A coworker and I were just talking about shingles the other day. She had them last year and told me how excruciating it was. I hope you get over them soon.
I can't believe how big Amelia is. She is so cute! I love the new picture.
God Bless!
Chris Schwier

Lois Schwier <dlschwier@charter.net>
Chester, Il USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 11:52 AM CST

Hi Allison -- So glad to hear the good news about Amelia's bloodwork. I hope you get good information at the next doctor appointments. We're thinking of you, and your two friends Laura and Emily.

Love always -- Carolyn
Carolyn Carr <carolynecarr@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN US - Monday, February 13, 2006 11:22 PM CST

Kaitlyn <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, Western Australia Australia - Monday, February 13, 2006 6:04 PM CST

Hei du...

I am so happy that things are good with Miss Amelia!! "Ku-ku-ka-chu" The latest pictures are great! I hope you're getting better with each passing day. Think of you always.

Hugs and love from Alaska...

Lisa
Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Friday, February 10, 2006 10:59 AM CST

Hello Allison! I will share a story with you...Michele was in first grade and Meghan was in nursery school.... I'd leave for work when Victor got home and I'd be back home close to midnight...one particular day I wasn't feeling too well...took the girls to school, came home and crashed...and slept right through picking up Meghan from nursery school! I had even set an alarm because I was afraid that might happen ...and NEVER heard the alarm ....it was the ringing of the phone - before answering machine, thank goodness, and who knows how long the phone was ringing before I heard it! I remember it like it was yesterday....and so does Meghan, and she's a junior in college! : ) Don't worry, I won't share this story with Amelia!

Oh, and hearing about the request for a puppy! Meghan again!...her Godfather, my brother, always promised Meghan that one day he would get her a dog. I always said I didn't want a puppy...just could not devote the time to training, etc. One day Stephen calls...he has a dog.... already trained...oh heavens! Inky was trained, but she was the dog from h---! The first night she was here though, during prayers, Meghan said "God, it only took you seven years to answer me"! Inky was still a lot of work as she thought she was the boss...but she's come a long way in her 14 yrs with us....she's now known as the "old lady" and we keep reassuring her that we'll take care of her til the end. I can't wait to hear what you'll name your dog! : )

And Allison, you're a mom, so you will never stop worrying. BUT...I know you know that just as much as you worry...that's how much we're praying. Not a day goes by that all of you are not thought of. Amelia and Evelyn are up on the prayer board of our refrigerator.

...the story of your little friend Sylvia and the moon brought back a memory of our cousin Michael's nephew.... he was in the car with Michael and he was looking out the window...it was night time...and he said "uncle Michael, why does the moon keep following us?" : )

Our family is getting all ready for THON, Penn State's 48hr dance maraTHON for children with cancer. Our Meghan is real involved. We've hosted two "canning" trips this year...18 students stayed with us when they came to the Lehigh Valley for canning - standing at an intersection collecting any loose change from those who wanted to give...the last trip the generous people of the Lehigh Valley donated $3300.00 in loose change in six hours! Meghan is a moraler this year, responsible for keeping her assigned dancer awake. And Michele will be donating her hair at THON! If you go to www.thon.org you can watch a promo video - really is a moving experience.

Have a wonderful weekend! Know our prayers surround you.
love, the other Sylvia (aunt Pat's friend)

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:44 PM CST

Hi Allison,

What a lovely picture of Kathryn and Amelia! I'm sorry to hear the shingles linger. Yuck. I have been thinking about you a lot lately - - I talked with my parents last night, and like me, they send their greetings to you and Robert, and the three little musketeers at your house, and to your parents too. I'll keep my fingers crossed for Amelia as you get her port and counts checked.

We took Sylvia for her longest winter adventure today -- a big walk with friends through a nearby park along the Mississippi River. We pulled her along in a little sled, and she loved it. She especially loved that the halfmoon was out at 5:30 pm, and she hooted at it for most of the way, craning her neck to watch it, no matter which way we were walking -- very fun.

Love, Carolyn
Carolyn Carr <carolynecarr@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN - Sunday, February 5, 2006 11:58 PM CST

Hi Allison -- Thank you so much for the birthday call, and for this new news you've posted. I'm thrilled to hear about your happy adventures at DisneyWorld and all the good scan results. And I'm so bummed to hear of your encounters with insurance letters and shingles. Yuck. Weeks ago, I started to make a donation of lunches, and got interrupted, and never got back to it -- so I'll go do that now! Jonathan and I are thinking of you, and my parents and Anne and Kevin all send their greetings, too. Love always - Carolyn
Carolyn Carr <carolynecarr@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, January 17, 2006 0:47 AM CST

Amelia, we love your new picture! You are such a big girl now. It was great seeing you and your family at the Gold Ribbon Tree lighting! Allison, SO sorry to hear about the shingles! UGH! I hope you feel better soon.
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Friday, January 13, 2006 8:11 AM CST

Hey Amelia, Kathryn and Ben too,
We hope you are taking care of Mommy while she has the shingles. The Paskoff's miss you guys. Amelia, Lucy loves that picture of you and she said,"Where did she get those Pants!" What a face!!!! Hope your having fun in preschool today------Love, Miss Joanne
Joanne Paskoff <Paskoff@comcast.net>
Lusby , MD USa - Thursday, January 12, 2006 9:55 AM CST

Praying that 2006 will be filled with miracles! xoxox

love, sylvia (aunt Pat's friend)
Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, January 8, 2006 9:27 PM CST

Hello beautiful Hantske family! Thanks to your cousin Evelyn we found your site - very impressive - I'm lucky to be able to do email(Marilyn). Kathryn,Ben&Amelia are one of our favorite trios. Steve still remembers being able to lull Kathryn to sleep in a hammock at your parents' house, I think. We are so thankful that Amelia is healthy; you all are part of the family & friends that we pray for every day. We wish you all lots of happy adventures & good times in this new year. We love you :) Marilyn & Steve
Marilyn Goldhammer <segoldhamm@aol.com>
Rockville, MD USA - Tuesday, January 3, 2006 7:59 PM CST

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! love, The Pituchs
Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, December 25, 2005 10:56 AM CST

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO THE WHOLE FAMILY.

LOVE, MARK, DEBBIE, MARK AND LAURA
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West Springfield, Ma USA - Saturday, December 24, 2005 11:31 AM CST

Merry Christmas~
Love, Ellen and the Kids

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Saturday, December 24, 2005 5:06 AM CST

Hello Hantske family! Did you get to go on your Disney trip after Thanksgiving?? What was your most favorite memory? I hope you all have a very blessed Christmas and that 2006 will be extra special to you! love, Sylvia (aunt Pat's friend) xoxoxo

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, December 18, 2005 3:09 PM CST

Love from Kaitlyn <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, WA Australia - Monday, December 12, 2005 11:25 PM CST

Hi there,
It's me again the middle of the night.... What a great picture of your 3 gorgeous children, and what a fun little video of that little fishie, Amelia. What a good swimmer -- I'm amazed. Thanks for sharing! Take care,

Love -- Carolyn
Carolyn Carr <carolyencarr@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN 55406 - Friday, December 9, 2005 2:53 AM CST

Dear Allison and Amelia -

We're so glad to see the new photo and learn the news about Amelia's good health (yay!) and of her recent encounters with dentists. Look forward to catching up with you soon.....

Love always -- Carolyn, Jonathan and Sylvia
Carolyn Carr
Minneapolis, MN 55406 - Tuesday, November 8, 2005 9:33 PM CST

WONDERFUL NEWS!!!! Be sure to check out the following website before going to Disney....

http://www.allearsnet.com/

So glad that you're finally able to go! And that is one of the best times of year to go too....will be all decorated for Christmas! Talk to you soon. xoxoxo

love, Sylvia (aunt Pat's friend)

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, October 23, 2005 3:14 PM CDT

Wow Amelia, what a big girl you are!
So glad to see that your scans continue to show NED. Congratulations on your anniversary.
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Wednesday, October 19, 2005 8:59 AM CDT

I was just checking up on you and found your wonderful news! Keep up the good work! Lots of Love, Hugs and Kisses

Mark, Debbie, Mark and Laura
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Monday, October 17, 2005 7:33 AM CDT

I am so happy to hear that Amelia is still ned. She is getting soooo big. I would not have recognized her. Chris and I will be in New York for scans on the 26th. Give Amelia a big hug for me.
Chris Schwier

Lois Schwier (Chris' mom) <dlaabc@hotmail.com>
Chester, il USA - Saturday, October 15, 2005 9:48 PM CDT

Hi guys!
I think of you all the time. You are in my prayers every night. Laura sends a big hug and kiss to you. I love your new picture.
Love, Laura and Debbie
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West Springfield, Ma usa - Monday, August 15, 2005 6:52 PM CDT

HI ALLISON,KATHRYN,BENJI AND AMELIA---
WHAT ABSOLUTELY GREAT NEWS--THINK OF YOU OFTEN AND HOPE ALL ELSE IS WELL--LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT UPDATE--'OL UNCLE KEN
KEN COWAN <ken.cowan@verizon.net>
- Thursday, July 28, 2005 11:49 AM CDT

Allison, hey from Matthew and the James gang of St. Augustine, great to hear things are going well with Amelia. How is your sister? Are you coming to sunny HOT Fla anytime soon? God bless. Pat
Pat James <jan_patjames@bellsouth.net>
- Tuesday, July 19, 2005 9:28 AM CDT

Love Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, WA Australia - Thursday, July 14, 2005 2:11 AM CDT

Hi, Just checking in and happy to read about clean scans. Hope you are having a great 4th of July weekend. Blessings, Love, Ellen and the kids.

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Monday, July 4, 2005 4:14 AM CDT

At 1130PM on 7/1 our Lord was waiting with open arms for my little buddy, Ryan Connolly. Please keep his parents, Pat and Linda, in your prayers. thanks. xoxoxo

www2.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
- Saturday, July 2, 2005 1:59 AM CDT

Just thinking of you guys, and so happy to hear that Amelia continues to be well.
love and hugs and kisses to all...
karen dugan <kdugan@earthlink.net>
seattle, wa - Thursday, June 30, 2005 12:39 AM CDT

Well I'm just going to have to meet little Sylvia some day!
I was named after my grandfather's old girlfriend...well, it's just that my mom liked the name when she heard it!....

Hope you're all enjoying your summer so far! Any update on the Disney trip? How is Kathryn's arm?

We all need to storm heaven for little Ryan Connolly... and his mom and dad, Linda and Pat...rough time for them right now and they ask that everyone please pray for RYAN'S MIRACLE.

www2.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc

Thanks so much! Love, Sylvia

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, June 19, 2005 9:09 PM CDT

Hi Allison,

What great photos - of Amelia preparing to collect hugs, and of the kids on the beach and at the zoo! And how fun to read these posts and find another Sylvia out there....Our 7 1/2-month-old Sylvia's new trick today was to sit up, lean forward, get onto all fours, and roll over and give a great big smile, all in one fell swoop. Crawling is just around the bend....

Hope all's well with each of you all. And I hope that your Mom had a good visit with Baby Evelyn and her family.

We think of you all the time --

Love -- Carolyn, Jonathan and Sylvia
Carolyn Carr <carolynecarr@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Thursday, June 16, 2005 0:31 AM CDT

Amelia,
So glad your scans are all clear! We hope you get a lot of prizes at the dentist!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Monday, June 13, 2005 6:37 AM CDT

Hey there....

I love getting "Lunch Time Messages"! I am sooooo thrilled that Miss Amelia (and the rest of you, too!) is doing the "Happy Dance". I can't wait to get out to visit this summer to dance with her! As always, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Love you bunches.....

Aunt Lisa XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO

PS Only 9 more school days left! Then Aunt Lisa will do a "Happy Dance" too!!
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 8:33 PM CDT

Allison and Amelia,
GREAT NEWS!!!!! Keep up the good work. We love you.

Laura Sypek and family
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 6:27 PM CDT

YIPPIE!!!! GREAT NEWS!!! Amelia, you and Victor can compare notes...he just had a tube put in his ear!...and he's having thousands of dollars worth of dental work done also. : )

Just letting you know that we are jumping for joy reading this latest post! How is Kathryn's arm??

Love, Sylvia xoxoxoxo

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:43 PM CDT

Oh how cool! You met my very special friends Pat, Linda and Ryan Connolly!!! Just wanted you to know that we have been thinking of you and praying for you over the past week as you were preparing for updated scans. Hope all went well!

Aunt Pat, Tim, and grandmother have been to visit with me this past week. I just love that crew! I keep teasing Tim that we need to donate those beautiful locks! I told him that even if we cut off the 10", his hair would still be long....and wouldn't a very special child just love having that silky hair of his?? Michele and Meghan said we're going to drag him out to Penn State's THON with us next year - that's when they are donating their hair.

Surely hope the weather is nicer there than it is here!

Sending hugs to each of you. Love, Sylvia

Sylvia <smp75@msn.com>
- Wednesday, May 25, 2005 9:10 AM CDT

Hello Amelia,

We were so glad to meet you and your mom today at RMH in NYC... you are such a cutie.. we are so glad you are doing so well.

God Bless,
The Connolly Family (www.caringbridge.org/mi/ryanc <padwik@yahoo.com>
Fenton (currently in NYC), MI USA - Friday, May 20, 2005 10:47 AM CDT

Happy 3rd Birthday, Amelia!!!

I hope you had a wonderful day today and ate lots of cake and ice cream. I am glad I was able to sing to you this morning. Did you make any smoothies with your blender??? Yummy! May the year ahead be one full of sunshine, smiles and lots of fun. I can't wait to see you this summer. Give hugs to Mommy, Daddy, Kathryn and Benjamin.

Love you lots...

Aunt Lisa XOXOXOXO
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Monday, May 9, 2005 9:07 PM CDT

Good morning Hantske family! Hope Kathryn's arm is healing quickly.

Gee, I'm trying to figure out when the last time was that I had my toes up to my mouth! I HOPE nobody saw me trying to do that - indeed it would be a site...and I guess quite entertaining!! heehee!! just kidding! Glad to hear that there is another Sylvia out there... since there aren't many of us!

Have a beautiful day! love, SYLVIA

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Saturday, May 7, 2005 9:48 AM CDT

Hi Allison, It's so wonderful to see this picture of Amelia! She looks just great. I hope you all get good news with the next scans, and that your Disney World plans work out as you hope. Please give big hugs to everyone in your house, and to your parents. We're holding Baby Evelyn and all of the Bowes in our prayers. I'm so glad you were able to go down to visit. I think of you all the time! (P.S. Yesterday, Sylvia discovered that her toes fit in her mouth, and now that's no end of entertainment for all of us!)

Love always -- Carolyn

Carolyn Carr <carolynecarr@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN US - Thursday, May 5, 2005 5:07 AM CDT

Allison, what a great picture of Amelia! She is such a sweetie and she looks great. We hope you get great news on the scans next month.
Sylvia wrote to me bout your sister and sent Evelyn's website. What a precious soul she is--absolutely gorgeous and so happy looking. I cannot imagine the heartbreak of loving one so little and dear and knowing she was not meant to stay long in this world. She has touched so many hearts in her short time.
Take care of yourself, you are a wonderful Mom. It is still one day at a time here at our house, but things are slowly getting back to normal--whatever that is!
Love to all of you,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Saturday, April 30, 2005 3:06 PM CDT

Hello Allison! Regarding your Make A Wish trip to Disney, though you might be staying at Give Kids The World, and have many things planned, there is a wealth of information on the site below.

http://allearsnet.com

We love Disney, though with both girls in college it will be awhile til we get back, but we still have a "Disney Party" for any family and/or friends who are planning a trip (dinner with Disney balloons, plates, etc.., and of course an ice cream cake with their favorite character and of course an autograph book - highly recommended to have BEFORE you leave!) - it's just as much fun for us as it is for them! We have planned all of our trips with info from this site, including downloading the menus of the different restaurants so as not to waste time deciding on what to eat when we get there!!!....yes, Victor is just a little bit obsessed!! heheee!! : )

Talk to you soon! Love, Sylvia

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Saturday, April 30, 2005 11:52 AM CDT

Hi, Just thinking of you and checking in. Please send my prayers for your neice to your sister. Amelia looks great.
Blessings, Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson

Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Thursday, April 28, 2005 2:03 AM CDT

Amelia...I just LOVE those red shoes!!! And I love the new pictures of your brother and sister too! Our two daughters have bright red hair...sort of like Kathryn's. Pretty soon they will be home from college and I can't wait!....ah yes!...lots of wash, messy bathrooms, everyone at the dinner table.... yes Allison, those days will come!...before you know it! : )

Here's a little riddle for Kathryn, Ben, and Amelia:

What happened to the cat who ate a ball of wool?
She had mittens!

I hope you all have a wonderful, peace filled week!
Love, Sylvia

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Sunday, April 24, 2005 10:22 PM CDT

Amelia....you are getting soooo big!!! I love your new pictures and I know they'll look great up in "Amelia's Place" in my classroom. My students love to see you grow! I can't wait to see you this summer. Tell your Mommy that I love her and keep her in my prayers all the time. She is amazing! Lots of love and hugs from Alaska....

Aunt Lisa XOXOXOXO
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Saturday, April 23, 2005 10:27 PM CDT

Hi there just wanted to let you know we were here to check on Amelia
Love Colleen and Kaitlyn

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, WA Australia - Saturday, April 23, 2005 1:46 AM CDT

Thank you for the beautiful journal and pictures! You all remain in our hearts and prayers every day. Love, Aunt Pat
Patricia Mullin <mommamullin@aol.com>
Center Valley, PA USA - Wednesday, April 20, 2005 4:43 AM CDT

Hello Amelia and family! My name is Sylvia and your great-aunt Patricia Mullin is a very dear friend of mine. Actually, we consider the Mullin family a part of our family. We have been praying for you for quite some time and I was soooo excited to see a connection to you on precious cousin Evelyn's site! And you will never believe this, but I also "know" Jennifer Click! I can't wait to tell her about this because I remember when I first heard you were going to Sloan I e-mailed Jen to see if she could connect with you! It is a small, small world. I always tell our Michele and Meghan who are in college that they better not misbehave because we will find out at some point from someone! : ) I have goosebumps looking at your pictures! God is soooo good!!!

Well I just had to say hello and let you know that your name is still on the prayer board of our refrigerator....
there's always someone in the refrigerator, so there are always lots and lots of prayers for you!

Take care! Love, Sylvia

Sylvia Pituch <smp75@msn.com>
Allentown, PA - Tuesday, April 19, 2005 9:53 PM CDT

Hi Allison and Amelia, I hope you guys are doing well and playing lego's and stuff. God Bless, Love, Ellen and the kids.

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Marstons Mills, Ma USA - Sunday, April 3, 2005 10:31 PM CDT

Hey Amelia, Just checking in to see how you and the rest of your family are doing. You sure are getting big. We miss seeing you guys wish we lived closer. Chris says hi. Take care. xoxoxoxo
Lois Schwier http://www2.caringbridge.org/il/chrisschwier/ <dlschwier@charter.net>
Chester, IL USA - Wednesday, March 16, 2005 9:50 PM CST

Hi There, Amelia! Love the new picture of you, you sure look swell! Glad to hear things are going so well, you are such a trooper! We're all rooting for you, and wishing you the very best. Hugs to you and the family.
Much Love, Fran & Jerry Philips
Fran K. Philips <fkatcef@philtec.com>
Annapolis, MD - Thursday, March 3, 2005 12:54 AM CST

Excellent to hear of clear scans.
Love Colleen and Kaitlyn

www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn

Colleen <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Beverley, WA Australia - Saturday, February 19, 2005 10:46 PM CST

What great news!!! We are so happy for Amelia and your family. We miss you alot. By looking at the pictures, it seems all the kids are really growing up. David and I can't believe how much Amelia has grown compared to when we first met you both. David's face lights up any time we talk about Amelia. We will continue to pray for your family. David is going for his first quarterly scans at NY on March 17 and 18th. I will keep you updated.
Love,
David and David's mommy(Kim) ha ha
David and Kim Wray <wrayk@uhcwv.org>
Lumberport, WV United States - Sunday, February 13, 2005 3:58 PM CST

Allison and Amelia,

It is so great to hear your exciting news! Your mom can sit back and breathe for a few months. We are thinking of you guys and Amelia you look so adorable in your new picture. Love, hugs and prayers. Love, Debbie and Laura and Markie,too.
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West jSpringfield, MA USA - Tuesday, February 8, 2005 1:04 PM CST

Allison and Emilia,

It is so great to hear your exciting news! Your mom can sit back and breathe for a few months. We are thinking of you guys and Amelia you look so adorable in your new picture. Love, hugs and prayers. Love, Debbie and Laura and Markie,too.
Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West jSpringfield, MA USA - Tuesday, February 8, 2005 1:03 PM CST

Hey there...

Wonderful update and LOVE the newest pics!!! Thinking of you all every single day!!

Hugs from Alaska...Aunt Lisa
Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Sunday, January 30, 2005 10:21 PM CST

YAY Amelia! We are so happy that your scans are clean AND you got to have a fun time in NY! We think your surgeon is pretty darn nice--he took Carolyn's mediport out a couple of weeks ago. Take care sweetie!
Love,
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Sunday, January 30, 2005 8:20 AM CST

Yeah! More good news!!! Congrats Amelia!
Uncle Brian
Orange Park, FL USA - Saturday, January 29, 2005 3:58 PM CST

Hi Amelia....I hope you are staying warm in NYC!! Are you sure you're not in Alaska?? Love you lots. Hugs to Mommy from me!

XOXOFrom AlaskaXOXO
Aunt Lisa
Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Thursday, January 27, 2005 10:00 PM CST

Hello miss Amelia and family. I am glad to here that you are doing so well. Chris and I will be in New York soon. We sure do miss seeing you there. However we are glad you don't have to get those antibodies anymore.
http://www2.caringbridge.org/il/chrisschwier/
Lois and Chris Schwier <dlschwier@egyptian.net>
Chester, IL 62233 - Thursday, January 27, 2005 6:37 PM CST

It's so wonderful to see Amelia and the whole family looking so great. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
Alice Kaziun <akaziun@optonline.net>
Holbrook, NY USA - Wednesday, January 12, 2005 7:36 AM CST

Cannot wait to see my sweetest little girl!!!! Sounds like all is going well. My thoughts are always with you. HUgs and Kisses, Miss Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <Joanne_Shapiro@msn.com>
NY, ny usa - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 5:44 PM CST

Amelia, I love your Santa hat picture! What a big girl you are growing up to be! Let us know your scan schedule, we will be in NY the week after next and Carolyn would love to play with you. Take care little one, and your Brother and Big Sis too!
Jennifer Click and Carolyn and Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Friday, January 7, 2005 7:03 AM CST

Hi, Happy New Year! Glad that all is well w/Amelia. Continued prayers! Love, Ellen~Seans Mom

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, MA USA - Thursday, January 6, 2005 4:50 AM CST

Ooooo Amelia...Look at those chubby cheeks! =) Thanks for putting a big smile on my face today. I love you lots. Give your Mommy, Daddy, Kathryn and Benjamin a hug from me too.

Love ya...
Aunt Lisa
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 10:53 PM CST

Hi Allison and Amelia, just wanted to say hello. I'm glad everyone is doing well, and I hope that you had a nice Christmas! We will be back to Maryland very soon and we are looking forward to that.
Virginia and Jay B. www.caringbridge.com/md/jaybarnett <vlm1960@hotmail.com>
RMDH, NY - Tuesday, December 28, 2004 3:05 PM CST

Amelia, Allison and Family,

I love the Christmas picture. What a great looking family. Just wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I think of you all the time.

Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
West Springfield, MA USA - Saturday, December 25, 2004 8:57 PM CST

Hey there....

Yay!!! I was sooo happy to get the latest scoop! I'm glad things are moving along in a positive direction. My prayers never stop for all of you! You're all so very important to me. We have plenty of snow here...going to be a White Christmas. Only a few more days and I have a bit of a break...which only means I'll be busy cleaning and organinzing the place for the holidays! Everyone here is doing well. Melissa did pretty well at the feis in Palm Springs and is looking into attending an Art Institute somewhere. Aaron is keeping himself active with bowling...scholarship tourney this weekend....and keeping our driveway clear. Think about you all a ton and miss you as well. God bless. Much love from all of us here in Alaska.... Aunt Lisa, Uncle Bruce, Melissa and Aaron
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Wednesday, December 15, 2004 9:32 AM CST

Hi Amelia, glad you are doing so well little princess. Our thoughts and love are with you.
www.caringbridge.org/me/dylanhartung
Melissa Hartung <hartung@tpg.com.au>
Skye, Vic Australia - Monday, December 6, 2004 4:49 AM CST

heyy amelia and family,
we love you and are thinking of you .we hope u have a great thanksgiving.sent you a picture in the mail.i hope to play hide and seek with you again .

love laura markie and my mom and dad
laura sypek <sy 1025@comcast.net>
W.Spfld., ma united states - Wednesday, November 24, 2004 8:14 PM CST

Hi, Just stopping by to say hello, from Cape Cod. Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Tuesday, November 23, 2004 6:23 AM CST

Hi Amelia, we were so glad to find your web page and see that you are doing well! Thank you for supporting Carolyn and Evan in the Ronald McDonald Run--they had fun and were very happy to be able to participate this year. Take care sweetie--we miss seeing you in New York.
Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jclick@mindspring.com>
Falls Church, VA - Thursday, November 18, 2004 8:43 PM CST

We just got done looking at Amelia's little videos. She is so cute. David and I are still in NY, but the end is near. We miss seeing you both, but I guess not being here is a good thing. I hope your family is well. Are you going to be coming to NY anymore? If so, when? Well, our prayers are with you. Give Amelia a hug and kiss from David and I. Just tell her it is from David, then she will be happy!! Love, Kim and David
Kim Wray <lefty35c@aol.com>
Lumberport, WV United States - Saturday, October 30, 2004 5:17 PM CDT

HI Amelia!
My name is Jenna. You are so beaufitul and a real cutie. You are a Fighter, and an inspiration. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I love making new friends and I will come by again to say hi and to see how you are doing. Your new friend Jenna
www.caringbridge.org/canada/jenna
Jenna <hockeykid@telus.net>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Tuesday, October 19, 2004 9:42 PM CDT

Hi Allison, Glad Amelia is doing well. Love the photos. God Bless, Love Ellen Hanson and the kids

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Tuesday, October 12, 2004 0:01 AM CDT

I am so happy to hear about your scans. Chris' scans were all clear as well. We are all able to relax a little now. At least until the next scans. We missed you guys in New York. I am happy for you that you didn't have to be there.
Lois Schwier (Chris' mom) <dlaabc@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, October 10, 2004 0:12 AM CDT

My dearest Amelia,
I am so happy to hear all this good news. You look so very well and grown. I will continue to pray for you.
Love always
Loraine
Loraine Holder
Randallstown, MD USA - Saturday, October 2, 2004 5:00 PM CDT

Hey there Miss Amelia...

I just wanted to let you know that the kids and staff at Russian Jack Elementary raised $200 in the "Chains of Caring" campaign this month to help fight Children's Cancer!!! A couple of our students along with a few staff members went to our local hospital, Providence, to present our chain and the funds to them.

I will get pictures to you ASAP. Thank you sweet Amelia for helping to make a difference in our lives.

Lots of hugs all the way from Alaska. LIVESTRONG!!
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Thursday, September 30, 2004 9:58 PM CDT

Hi!
You daughter is just ADORABLE!
I will keep her in my prayers for continued NED!
God Bless You!!
The Hammer's
www.caringbridge.com/mn/danielhammer <hammertime311@comcast.net>
Lakeland, MN USA - Monday, September 27, 2004 8:45 AM CDT

Way to go Amelia.

Colleen - Kaitlyn's mum http://www.caringbridge.org/ne/kaitlyn <ozi_gal@hotmail.com>
Rockingham, WA Australia - Friday, September 24, 2004 6:00 AM CDT

I am soooo happy to see the great news on your website! I love the new photo of Amelia, she looks so grown up. It must be wonderful for her siblings to see Mom and Amelia waiting for the school bus at the end of the day! All is well at RMDH, I do miss my little princess but I have all the beautiful photos you gave when you were here. Hugs and kisses, Miss Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <jOANNE-sHAPIRO@msn.COM>
ny, nyUSA - Thursday, September 23, 2004 6:09 AM CDT

Hei du Sis and Lil' Niece...

Aunt Lisa thought she'd stop by and say "Hello!" and to say that both of you have tons of thoughts and prayers headed your way for great results. Amelia's picture and story are posted at my school and the kids are really going out to help others. (I'll send ya a picture) It's amazing and so heartwarming. If I can't be with you there, then I can do my part here. Everyone wishes they could meet Amelia in person! We think of you all often and miss you bunches. Hugs to all of you and good vibes always!!

Love...Aunt Lisa
Aunt Lisa <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Monday, September 13, 2004 10:47 PM CDT

Hi guys!!!

I think of you and pray for Amelia every day. As I read, all is well. Thanks to God! Just sending our thoughts and hugs to you all. Enjoy life!

Love,

Laura and Debbie Sypek

Debbie Sypek <sy1025@comcast.net>
W. Springfield, ma usa - Sunday, September 12, 2004 9:33 PM CDT

Hello there Allison: Yes, I know what you mean about missing the friends (there like family) at MSKCC & Ronald McDonald house. The feeling is mutual. We just visit once a month (which we are happy to do) Glad to hear Amelia is doing so well. The Lord is so good to us. Emily is loving school. She's on her 2nd day today.
Pat Corwin <pjcorwin@hotmail.com >
Ticonderoga , NY USA - Wednesday, September 8, 2004 1:31 PM CDT

Hi Allison, Just checking on Amelia, sounds like you needed a vacation. I hope the kids were good for you. Glad your done w/NY for now. Our next check up is 10/4 and Seans second bday is 10/8. Hope to read that your all feeling much better in your next post. Blessings Continue to you. Love, Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape cod, Ma usa - Tuesday, August 31, 2004 5:50 AM CDT

Hello Amelia. Your aunt signed my daughters guest book so I just had to come over and visit. Newest on the caringbridge block I see? Well, just Here to send our love and to let you know you are in our prayers and thoughts. We love you! Keep fighting and dont ever give up!!

Love, your NB family from Tennesse
http://www.caringbridge.org/tn/lindsayhaynes/">Lindsay and The Hayne Train
Angela <esmkz28@aol.com>
Memphis, TN - Tuesday, August 24, 2004 4:26 PM CDT

Whats up! It was great talking to you guys! Have a safe, great trip to Fla.... Hopefully I'll see you soon!!!!!
Robbie <relliot2@jhmi.edu>
Edgewater, MD USA - Wednesday, August 11, 2004 2:07 PM CDT

Hi cutie! I am so happy to have seen you and your mommy at the R.M.H. We think about you guys often and wonder how you are doing. Now we have a way to keep up to date on each others progress. I loved looking at your pictures!
Love, Lois (www.christopherschwier.com)
Lois Schwier <dlschwier@egyptian.net>
Chester, IL USA - Friday, July 23, 2004 11:17 AM CDT

Hello Allison, Amelia and family,
It's so great to hear how well Amelia is doing now. I love the pictures of her by the pool. Bathing beauty is right. I love the chubby, healthy legs too!
I think of you all frequently,
Mollie Mahany
Mollie Mahany <mjchina@aol.com>
Bethesda, md USA - Friday, July 16, 2004 2:26 PM CDT

Hi Amelia! I am sooo happy that you are enjoying your summer. I think your Mom is great for setting up this wonderful web site where I can check in and see what you're up to. We miss all of you and can't wait for the day that you can all come up to Alaska and go fishing and swimming in the Kenai. (or Kasilof) Lots of hugs to all the Hantske's.
Aunt Lisa, Uncle Bruce, Melissa and Aaron <wardlelis@yahoo.com>
Eagle River, AK USA - Friday, July 9, 2004 0:07 AM CDT

Hi Amelia and Family, I am so glad Mommy put your journal on Caringbridge-now I can see you and your pretty face any time! I love you and I know I will see you very soon at Ronald McDonald House! Have fun swimming, Hugs and Kisses, Joanne
Joanne Shapiro <Joanne_Shapiro@msn.com>
ny, ny usa - Tuesday, July 6, 2004 4:10 PM CDT

Hi Allison and Amelia (and all the other Hantskes, too!) Thanks for the great phone conversation recently -- I can't tell you how glad we are to hear such great news about Amelia's health and her fun adventures in the pool and at the fireworks! Take care -- Love always - CC
Carolyn Carr <carolynecarr@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Tuesday, July 6, 2004 11:48 AM CDT

Hi, Hope you are having a nice 4th of July weekend. Hope it is all going well. Sean is doing fine and enjoying the beach. I'm getting along one day at a time. Love to you. Ellen

http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson

Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Monday, July 5, 2004 4:17 AM CDT

You know how much I love you all and unite myself in prayer with you everyday especially at the Most Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. I wish I could be closer to help you more, but what I lack in physical help I am trying to make up for in prayer! Have an awesome summer!!
Shannon Foley <birthchic@yahoo.com>
Athens, GA - Wednesday, June 23, 2004 8:20 PM CDT

Hi Allison and Amelia, I am so glad that I can easily follow your progress now. The pictures are great! I hope you had more good test results. Seans urine test is still pending. It was great to see you again in NY. I havent' heard when we will be back yet. God Bless you and your family. I'll check back to see how you are. Love to all, Ellen, Sean, and family.
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma USA - Saturday, June 19, 2004 7:43 PM CDT

Hugs and kisses to Amelia- the greatest 2 yr old around!
Hugs also to her family.
Michelle Hudspeth
Baltimore, MD USA - Saturday, June 19, 2004 1:46 PM CDT

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