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Thanks for visiting our guestbook!(This is an open guestbook. Please feel free to add an entry to the guestbook for others to read.)IF YOU DON'T SEE YOUR ENTRY AFTER ADDING -- PLEASE CLICK ON RELOAD/REFRESH Click here to sign the guestbook. Click here to go back to the main page. Just thinking of you today. Mike Peters - Monday, February 10, 2014 7:43 AM CST Thinking of you a lot today. Its been a hard long we, hoping you will take care of Uncle Rusty. Lisa Peters <christopherp1210@yahoo.com> - Friday, March 26, 2010 11:13 PM CDT Just thinking of you buddy. Anna Smith Chicago, IL USA - Monday, November 2, 2009 9:19 PM CST Happy Easter Christopher Love you and miss you. Thank you for being a part of my life on earth. Grandma Betty - Friday, April 10, 2009 9:57 AM CDT Congratulations! Jennifer Hartley <hartley1025@verizon.net> - Tuesday, January 6, 2009 1:30 PM CST Oh My.... you are going to have a Daddy's Girl! Congratulations! Jennifer Hartley <hartley1025@verizon.net> - Tuesday, November 25, 2008 1:09 PM CST Congratulations on your newest baby-to-be! I am so sad that you have to bring pencils & a notebook to Christopher's grave... How I wish he were here to experience going to school... (HUGS) Jennifer Hartley <hartley1025@verizon.net> - Monday, June 30, 2008 11:12 AM CDT I am so happy for you Lisa and Mike. Tyler will be so excited for another kid around the house. :) I am pushing for a girl this time! Kelly and Brian Bosch Montrose, MN - Friday, June 13, 2008 7:51 PM CDT Hi Sweetheart, It was the first day of spring yesterday and today its snowing. I Know you will have a wonderful Easter Sunday. Your beautiful spirit will be with all your family members as we remember what Easter is about. Love you Grandma Betty Betty Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Friday, March 21, 2008 8:26 AM CDT Thinking of you.... Auntie Anna - Saturday, February 16, 2008 9:28 PM CST I read this recently and would like to share this with everyone: I see the countless trees around the world below. With tiny lights like Heaven's stars reflecting on the snow. The sight is so spectacular; please wipe away that tear, for I'm spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year. I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear, but they can't compare with the Christmas choir up here. I have no words to tell you, the joy their voices bring, for it's beyond description to hear the angels sing. I know how much you miss me; I see the pain inside your heart. But I'm not so far away, we really aren't apart. Please love and keep each other, as my Father said to do, for I can't count the blessings of love He has for you. I can't tell you of the splendor, nor the peace in this place. Can you imagine Christmas with our Savior face to face? I'll ask Him to light your spirit, as I tell Him of your love. Then pray for one another, as you lift your eyes above. So, please let your hearts be joyful, and let your spirit sing, for I'm spending Christmas in Heaven, and I'm walking with the King. I've read this for a couple years now and would like to share it with everyone!!!!!!!!!!! Love you Sweetheart, Grandma Betty Betty - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 8:37 AM CST Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday Dear Lisa and Christopher Happy Birthday to you!!!!!!!!!!!! Love you lots and forever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Grandma Betty Betty - Monday, December 10, 2007 12:48 AM CST Hi Lisa. Thinking of you and your family this December. I hope all is well!! I'm happy to read that Tyler is such an active boy. Sounds like he is a joy to have :) I have a studio of my own now. I'll take his pics n/c for the session if you come see me. 612-306-2775 crystal <jc4407@netzero.com> saint michael, mn 55376 - Sunday, December 9, 2007 11:00 PM CST Hi, I check from time to time to see how you all are doing. Glad life is being good to you!!! Kara Cafferty - Thursday, August 2, 2007 6:09 AM CDT Hi Lisa! Glad all is well with you guys. crystal <crystal@crystalbrightphotography.com> - Monday, April 16, 2007 2:14 PM CDT Hi Guys!! Hope you have a great Holiday...I think about you often. Hope all is going well, hope to talk to you soon!! Valerie Martin (Scott) <mlavm@sbcglobal.net> Kansas City, MO - Wednesday, December 20, 2006 8:35 PM CST Remembering you and Christopher on his Homegoing anniversary. I am grateful that, while this heaviest of burdens will always lay upon us weighing even heavier on these days, our Lord has also given His blessed, blessed hope. May this hope comfort and encourage your hearts till we hold our beloved children in Heaven. In His Love, Yolanda Rogers http://www.galatians5.com Mom to Anna Altamonte Springs, FL USA - Wednesday, December 13, 2006 7:55 PM CST Happy Birthday Christopher!!! I can hardly believe that it's already been FOUR years since your mom was delivering you today? You are an amazing boy... very loved and often thought about. Miss you. Love, "Auntie" Anna <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL 60657 - Sunday, December 10, 2006 12:32 AM CST Hi Lisa. Hope your wedding was everything you hoped it would be. Congratulations!!! crystal <jc4407@netzero.net> - Wednesday, September 20, 2006 8:53 PM CDT Hi Sweetheart, I think of you often these days as your Mommy and Daddy are making plans for there wedding. You would be so proud of the people they have become. You also have a big job watching over your little brother Tyler he is quite the character, I'm sure Grandma and Grandpa Smith are right there giving you a helping hand. Love you and miss you everyday. Grandma Betty - Wednesday, August 30, 2006 11:45 AM CDT It was about this time, 3 years ago, that we heard Christopher was about to embark on the biggest struggle most of us will ever wittness. I was thinking about him today and just wanted to tell you that we love you and I think of him often. Hope all is going well with the wedding plans. We're anxiously waiting for another family wedding. Your Aunt Cathy <charper157@comcast.net> Maple Grove, MN USA - Friday, June 23, 2006 4:22 PM CDT Hope all the wedding stuff is going well! I don't work at Great Photos anymore, so hopefully I'll see you around anyway. crystal <jc4407@netzero.net> - Monday, June 5, 2006 7:19 PM CDT Just stopping by to say hi. I still check up on you :) Hope all is going well and I will see you all soon. Ariann MN - Wednesday, April 26, 2006 9:36 AM CDT Happy Birthday Tyler! Congratulations, your big brother would be so proud of you! Ariann <a_m_russ@yahoo.com> St. Louis Park, MN - Wednesday, January 4, 2006 10:21 AM CST I'm sooooo sorry about the belated Happy "Birthday" Lisa and Christopher! I'm bad! Well, anywho, Happy Belated Birthday!xoxoxo Kelly Anderson PLymouth, MN - Wednesday, December 14, 2005 3:16 PM CST Hi Christopher, I am thinking of you extra specially hard today. I hope you are doing well, and that you are enjoying watching your little brother grow up. You would have been such a great older brother. Take care of everyone for us. We all love you little guy. Love, Ariann Ariann Russ <a_m_russ@yahoo.com> St. Louis Park, MN - Tuesday, December 13, 2005 10:50 AM CST Happy Birthday to you and mom! Can you believe that you'd be 3 years old already!?! Wow, I am sure you are getting big? I will never forget how excited your mom and dad were to be having you, and what an impact you made on all of our lives. I miss you and love you always.... Your "Aunite Anna" <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, December 10, 2005 10:29 AM CST Congratulations!! Jenn Hartley <ronjenn696@prodigy.net> Bensalem, PA USA - Friday, November 4, 2005 5:59 AM CST I'm so happy for you guys!! crystal <jc4407@netzero.com> st.michael, mn - Wednesday, November 2, 2005 7:28 PM CST Congrats Lisa and Mike on your engagement! I am so happy for you, and Tyler is one lucky little boy! I can't wait for the wedding! Kelly Anderson Plymouth/Montrose, MN - Tuesday, October 4, 2005 2:28 PM CDT Hello Lisa, Mike and baby tyler, Wow How wounderful. I have been thinking of christopher and how the both of you are doing. What great news, I am so happy for the both of you and what a luck little boy. Kara Cafferty, Rn from childrens hospital <pkcaff@hotmail.com> Fountain City, WI - Wednesday, September 7, 2005 10:44 PM CDT I only wanted You They say memories are golden well maybe that is true. I never wanted memories, I only wanted You. A million times I needed You, a million times I cried. If love alone could have saved You You never would have died. In life I loved You dearly, in death I love You still. In my heart You hold a place no one could ever fill. If tears could build a stairway and heatrache make a lane, IŽd walk the path to heaven and bring You back again. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again Author unknown I'm so sorry for your big loss.. Sanna <k_kojootti_03@netti.fi> Tampere, Finland - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 2:39 AM CDT Happy Father's Day Mike! Dawn <dmarie_99@hotmail.com> Blaine, MN - Sunday, June 19, 2005 9:17 PM CDT Thinking of you today Christopher, Lisa, Mike, and Tyler. Ariann <a_m_russ@yahoo.com> Plymouth, mn - Sunday, June 19, 2005 10:05 AM CDT Happy Mother's Day Lisa!! Dawn <dmarie_99@hotmial.com> - Sunday, May 8, 2005 1:46 PM CDT hi lisa, i hope you are having lots of fun with your new babe. I read about your family photo situation. come see me at great photos and i'll help you out with that. see you later. crystal bright <jc4407@netzero.com> saint michael, mn usa - Monday, April 11, 2005 9:01 PM CDT TY Guy, I miss you!!! Love, "Your Auntie Anna" Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL 60657 - Sunday, April 3, 2005 8:31 PM CDT Even though I don't sign in to the web page every day or write a note when I do visit, I am still thinking about you. I think Tyler will be a singer, just like you. He is already trying to sing along with me to Billy Dean's new song "Let them be little". He smiles and giggles and "sings" along just like you used to do. I promise to keep "Whisky for my men and beer for my horses" as our song. I may play it for Tyler so he can hear it, but it will not be the same as when you and I sang together. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, March 30, 2005 11:13 AM CST We're so happy for the two of you. Tyler certainly is a precious bundle and a very lucky boy to have an angel watching over him. Our very best wishes to you both. Hugs to you all. Jerry and Cathy <charper157@comcast.net> Maple Grove, MN USA - Sunday, February 13, 2005 3:30 PM CST You guys take care. Mr. Tyler James looks like a handsome young boy. Try to get some rest. :) Shannon Costello <ShannonCostello@msn.com> Seattle, WA - Friday, January 28, 2005 12:58 AM CST Congratulations! Tyler is adorable! Lainie Yates <lainieyates@hotmail.com> Minnetonka, MN - Monday, January 17, 2005 4:47 PM CST Congratulations on your second son!! Welcome to the world Tyler! Jenn Hartley <ronjenn696@prodigy.net> - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 9:16 AM CST Mike & Lisa, We are so very happy for you. We look forward to seeing and holding Tyler. Mary & Tony Mary & Tony Persons <annap15@msn.com> Ramsey, MN - Monday, January 10, 2005 6:25 PM CST Congrats on the arrival of Tyler!! The pictures are cute. Julie Halingstad <jhallingstad@mn.rr.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Sunday, January 9, 2005 12:39 AM CST Congratulations!!! The photo's of baby Tyler are sooo cute!!! He's a keeper. (j/k) I cannot wait to come home and see him soon. Love you and miss you all.... "Auntie Anna" Anna Smith <asmith@bbtrugs.com> Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, January 8, 2005 3:47 PM CST Congratulations Mike, Lisa & Christopher!! I can't wait to meet Tyler. I am sure he is just as adorable as Christopher! The best to you all!!! Dawn Wahl <dmarie_99@hotmail.com> Blaine, MN - Thursday, January 6, 2005 8:09 PM CST Congratulations on the arrival of baby Tyler! I hope that you have a happy, healthy and wonderful new year. Rae Burnsville, Mn USA - Thursday, January 6, 2005 9:55 AM CST WELCOME BABY TYLER.........LOVE YOU ALREADY.......SEE YA SOON. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, January 5, 2005 11:09 AM CST Christopher must be the happiest big brother ever to have a happy, and sleepy, and healthy little brother! Congradulations to you all, and to many, many years of a happy family! Ariann <amruss@parkhurstcpa.com> Plymouth, MN - Wednesday, January 5, 2005 8:36 AM CST Congrats on Baby Tyler's late but very welcome arrival. I can't wait to hold him and tell him all the stories about his mommy!! JJ Minnetonka, MN USA - Wednesday, January 5, 2005 4:00 AM CST Hey Mike and Lisa!! Just wanted to wish you guys a Happy New Year!! Congrats on the new baby! E-Mail me sometime!! Valerie <MLavM@sbcglobal.net> St. Louis, MO USA - Sunday, January 2, 2005 9:46 PM CST wishing you all a happy and wonderful 2005 crystal <jwbdolla5@comcast.net> - Friday, December 31, 2004 9:52 AM CST Happy Holidays to all who visit this page. It has been a year since we lost Little Man and each day I cry less. The holidays were full of love and laughter, yet you, Phillip and Judy were all missed. It would have been nice to have a 2 year old running around. I hope Grandpa and Grandma had a wonderful time with you and your Christmas was as fun as ours. Love you, miss you..... p.s.....Little Man do you have any pull up there to help your mom get that new baby out? She wants him to come out and play with her. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, December 27, 2004 4:11 PM CST JUST WISHING YOU GUYS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. HAD BEEN THINKING ABOUT CHRISTOPHER AND HAD TROUBLES GETTING IN BUT FINALLY GOT IN. I HOPE YOU ALL HAD A GREAT HOLIDAY. THE FISHERS (TIM, NICOLE, AND HUNTER) <TROUBLE_MAKER50@HOTMAIL.COM> bp, mn - Saturday, December 25, 2004 7:57 PM CST Hi Christopher, I miss you, and so do many many many others. I hope you had a wonderful birthday celebration with all people that are important to you. Ariann <a_m_russ@yahoo.com> Plymouth, mn - Saturday, December 18, 2004 2:36 PM CST Still praying for Christopher and your family, and still can't wait to see the new babe! crystal <jwbdolla5@comcast.net> - Tuesday, December 14, 2004 9:28 PM CST Mike & lisa, Many blessings to you and to baby Tyler as he makes his way to this place he will call home. I know he is already loved deeply by many and will be a shining star for you both. My prayers are for you all. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Tuesday, December 14, 2004 3:34 PM CST Christopher, I hope you had a wonderful birthday (and your mommy too)! I was thinking of you both. You would of loved the birthday card that I got your mom....it reminded me of you and your new brother, well, your brother to come out and see us soon! It is kinda funny, considering your mommy's luck. Anyway, I am looking forward to coming home next week to visit your mom, hopefully in the hospital to welcome your new brother Tyler. I am excited to see how much he will be like you, and what differences you will uphold. Love you and miss you always! Your "Aunite Anna" <asmith@bbtrugs.com> Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, December 12, 2004 10:21 PM CST HAPPY BIRTHDAY LITTLE MAN......LOVE YOU.....MISS YOU.....KISSED YOUR NAME THIS MORNING ON MY "CHRISTOPHER" BRACELET.....REMEMBER TO WISH YOUR MOMMY A HAPPY BIRTHDAY WHEN SHE COMES TO VISIT TODAY. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Friday, December 10, 2004 10:00 AM CST Happy Birthday Sweetheart!!!!!! Love you Grandma Betty <petes0002@aol.com> - Friday, December 10, 2004 8:29 AM CST We are not very far from the 1st anniversary of Christopher's death. That day will be hard, but I know so many people will be thinking of him that we will all make it thru. I shared Christopher's story today, with a person I don't know, yet she knew what we all went thru. She lost her daughter 8 1/2 years ago. It is refeshing to be able to share his story with people who understand. It reminds me of all the good times we had with him during his time here. I can celebrate his life on earth. I am looking forward to meeting Tyler. Can he be here for Christmas? Lisa, I need something to hold while all the rest of the family opens presents. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, November 17, 2004 2:16 PM CST Mike and Lisa, Still thinking of you both and keeping you in my prayers. Glad things are going well, take care and know you are thought of. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Monday, October 25, 2004 7:59 AM CDT thinking of you.. can't wait to meet the new baby! crystal <www.jwbdolla5@comcast.net> brooklyn ctr, mn - Friday, October 8, 2004 10:07 AM CDT Lisa and Mike, Glad things are going well with the pregnancy, good of you to share it with us. Keeping you both in our prayers. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Tuesday, October 5, 2004 3:02 PM CDT I am so very sorry for the loss of your son.He was so adorable.I can never really understand why such awful things have to happen to children.They are so young and innocent. Becky Harden <bharden1@alltel.net> Nemacolin, Pa 15351 - Wednesday, September 29, 2004 9:55 PM CDT Thinking of you today..... :) Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, September 28, 2004 11:25 PM CDT its nice to see the webpage..hopefelly everything is going well...all of you have a nice day rusty <rsmith55427@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, September 14, 2004 11:58 AM CDT For those of you who read these guestbook enteries, I would like to let you know that Lisa and I are team captains for the Luekemia and Lymphoma Society's Light the Night walk. Lisa's team will be walking in Duluth on the 18th of Sept, my team will be walking in St Paul on the 25th of Sept. If anyone is interested in donating to the walk or walking with the teams, they can contacted Lisa or myself, or any of the team members. Duluth team at this point is Lisa, Mike, Amy, Ariann, Krista, Myself, Kristen, Robert, and maybe more. My team so far is Myself, 2 or 3 of my friends and Kristen. If you have no one else to contact, you can send me an e-mail and I will coordinate things with you until Mike gets a chance to update the webpage with more info. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Thursday, August 26, 2004 9:48 AM CDT Dear Mike and Lisa, Been away from the computer but wanted you to know that it was great to meet you at Heather's graduation. I am thrilled to hear that you will be having a boy. That is great news. Love to all. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, MN - Thursday, August 12, 2004 9:44 AM CDT Congradulations Mike and Lisa! We are very happy for you and wish you the best. How exciting to here it's a boy. I hope Lisa is feeling well. Love to both of you. Mary & Tony Mary & Tony Persons <annap15@msn.com> Ramsey, mn usa - Wednesday, August 4, 2004 8:23 PM CDT Christopher......remember Grandpa's birthday is the 30th. Give him hugs for me........XOXOXOXOXOX Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Thursday, July 22, 2004 3:53 PM CDT I've been waiting to see you at Photo Fast, but I haven't seen you. I want to tell you to come do pregnancy pictures at the studio. I would love to take them for you. I have a book at the store with some samples and ideas. Ask to see it next time you're in. You should do eight1/2 month shots for sure, but it is also fun to do 6 months so you can compare them! I hope you come in you will be happy you did. I always love looking back at my own pregnancy photos. I'm sure you would too. You could even put some on Christopher's web site for fun. Crystal Bright <www.jwbdolla5@aol.com> Brooklyn Center, MN USA - Wednesday, July 14, 2004 11:19 PM CDT MIKE & LISA I know I haven't emailed in a long time but I just didn't know if I had anything that would comfort you but I heard from Grandma that you are having a baby THATS SUPER You guys certainly do deserve some fun times what an excellent idea to have a baby I just wanted you to know how happy I am for your guys and I bet Grandma & Grandpa and Auntie Amy can't wait God Bless you all Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Monday, July 12, 2004 10:53 AM CDT Mike and Lisa, Congratulations and thanks for keeping the web site working and updated all these months. You are right Mike, you and Lisa deserve this blessing. Will check in sometime again, we are still praying for you both. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Monday, June 28, 2004 1:07 PM CDT Just wanted to let you know that I think about you all all the time, even when I don't see you. Take care Lisa. I will talk to you guys soon. I know Christopher is extatic that he gets to have a little brother or sister. Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Plymouth, MN - Friday, June 25, 2004 2:09 PM CDT Ok Mike, I won't ask when...I'll order you to MARRY THAT GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!! What's taking you so long man??? Any way...congratulation a zillion times over...I'm sooooo happy for you. I think about you and Christopher often. a "crazy" nurse <pscnurse_2004@yahoo.com> - Friday, June 25, 2004 2:04 AM CDT Hello My name is Jenna, and I came across Christopher site. He deffintaly was special and very precious. I know that he will be watching out, for his little brother or sister, and I also now that he will be looking down on her or him as well. Congradulations on having another baby. GodBless, Jenna www.caringbridge.org/canada/jenna Jenna <hockeykid@telus.net> Kamloops, BC Canada - Saturday, June 19, 2004 11:57 PM CDT Lisa & Mike, I am so very happy for you! What a wonderful gift! Please keep us posted. Oh, and Mike, during my pregnancy, my husband Mike experienced sympathy pains. when I became sick to my stomach, so did he. When I craved chocolate, so did he! Take care & enjoy every moment. You have to know that big brother Christopher is anxiously awaiting a brother or sister. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Thursday, June 17, 2004 9:33 PM CDT I am so happy for the two of you.....you so deserve this. Sorry Lisa, you will have to wait until next summer to ride your motorcycle. Mike, remember me when you need a saturday off. Great Aunt Gretchen <serenitycreek@msn.com> BROOKLYN CENTER, mn - Thursday, June 17, 2004 9:34 AM CDT WHAT WONDERFUL NEWS!!! Congratulations! crystal <jwbdolla5@aol.com> bc, mn usa - Monday, June 14, 2004 3:15 PM CDT CONGRATULATIONS!!! I'll get updates from Gretchen. Let's do Godfathers' again soon. I'll talk to Gretchen, cuz we haven't been out to eat lately, either. I can always eat pizza. Once again Congrats. (Gretchen's friend) JoAnn <jerdeej@msn.cm> MPLS, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, June 11, 2004 9:17 PM CDT Dear Mike & Lisa, We just got the exciting news! CONGRATULATIONS! Love, Gail & Marshall Gail Temp <labs@sherbtel.net> princeton, MN - Friday, June 11, 2004 9:43 AM CDT Dear Mike & Lisa, Dawn just told me this morning she was reading your web page and found out the exciting news. Congratulations and best of luck to you all. I pray that everything goes smoothly. I will be waiting to hear any news. Jan Hartmann <hartmann1438@msn.com> Brooklyn Park, MN usa - Wednesday, June 9, 2004 10:08 AM CDT Lisa & Mike, Very exciting news, and I am very happy for you! Please keep me updated and I look forward to talking with you soon. Love, "The Wannabe Aunt" Anna .....he, he! Anna Smith <anna.smith@target.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, June 8, 2004 11:17 PM CDT Congrats Mike & Lisa! I was soooo happy to read this exciting news, it even brought tears to my eyes. You two definatly deserve this. Dawn Wahl <Dmarie_99@hotmail.com> Blaine, MN USA - Tuesday, June 8, 2004 8:01 PM CDT Congratulations Mike, Lisa and Christopher!!! A new baby, what wonderful news. As a senior member of the family, I believe I have the right to say, not ask, MIKE, MARRY THAT WONDER WOMEN before she gets away!!! You two are made for each other. I'm sooooo happy for everyone, especially for my soon to be grandchild too. This is just too much good news for one day. I love you all! Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN Hennepin - Tuesday, June 8, 2004 10:38 AM CDT What exciting news. I can hardly wait..............Where is the list for babysitters???? Once again to be.......Great Aunt Gretchen. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430 - Tuesday, June 8, 2004 9:52 AM CDT What wonderful happy news! I look forward to following your pregnancy here, and I hope that things will go smoothly throughout. This baby will have Christopher watching over him/her all the way! Barb Burnsville, MN USA - Monday, June 7, 2004 6:03 PM CDT Lisa and Mike, Just thinking about the two of you. Enjoy your summer and be blessed! Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Tuesday, May 25, 2004 12:35 AM CDT I was thinking about you guys today, and hope to see you this weekend while I am home. I miss & love you..... Anna :) Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Monday, May 24, 2004 2:20 PM CDT I saw you two on the freeway in the Jeep! Your hair was blowing in the wind, the sun was shining on your heads, and you looked happy. I was glad to see that. crystal <www.jwbdolla5@aol.com> bc, mn - Tuesday, May 11, 2004 11:33 PM CDT Lisa, Hi I'm an old friend of Chuck's. I just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you yesterday, Mother's Day, and I hope you were able to get out and enjoy the gorgeous day. Valerie Valerie Coykendall <lilladi70@acninc.net> Navarre, MN - Monday, May 10, 2004 4:27 PM CDT Today is a sad day, since it is 1 year since we lost Judy. This has been a year of many sorrows, yet many happy times. I have learned how important family and friends are, and tried to spend as much time as I could with them. I miss Judy and Phillip, but most of all Christopher. As adults, I didn't realize how far away I had gotten from Judy and Phillip. I don't have as many memories from the last 20 years as I did from the first part of their marrage. We had different lives, different interests and as the children grew up and there was no need for a babysitter. (Beside, they usually only went places that the kids could attend too) I still miss them. I went to see Christopher saturday. I put a pin wheel on his grave so he can play with it. Before I left he had is spinning. I hope he and Grandpa Smith are getting out and playing catch. Phillip loved to play ball with his children. If not maybe he and Grandma are baking cookies. Love ya Lisa..........gretchen Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Monday, April 26, 2004 3:28 PM CDT Still thinking about you. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Sunday, April 25, 2004 10:57 PM CDT my dearest christopher I still love and miss you very much. A day doesn't pass by that I don't think of you. Everynight, before I go to sleep i think of Judy, Phillip, and you. Love you very much Great Grandma Hockel <christopherp1210@yahoo.com> Golden Valley , MN - Thursday, April 22, 2004 6:50 PM CDT Let me be the first to say (at least in typing form) HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIKE! I hope that this new year of your life is filled with endless amounts of joy and happieness. You sure deserve it. Ariann Russ <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Monday, April 19, 2004 2:50 AM CDT I am always thinking about you two and little Christopher. I am glad to hear you are back into the apartment and I hope you get the cable running soon! I miss you bunches Lisa, but I will be home from school this summer! Take care, and I will keep you in my prayers. Kelly Anderson <kellbell016@aol.com> Plymouth, MN - Monday, April 12, 2004 9:47 PM CDT Mike & Lisa, It amazes me that we can go through life and never recognize the strenghts hidden in each of us until its called upon. Christopher continues to live on in both of you. I recognize his gentle nature and playfulness in both of you. Never loose those traits you passed on to Christopher as it those qualities in both of you that we remember and love in him also. Cathy Harper <jharper157@aol.com> Maple , MN Hennepin - Friday, April 9, 2004 12:37 AM CDT Mike and Lisa, Thought of the two of you today and wanted to let you know. Even though Lisa you may not remember me (I'm George's Mom), and Mike I haven't ever met you. I pray God reaches each of you with a strong sense of His love for you today. Take care, Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Monday, April 5, 2004 9:59 AM CDT Hi Christopher, I love you and miss you. I think about you every day. It's comforting to know that you are watching over all of us, making sure we are happy and safe (especially your wonderful parents). Love, Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Sunday, April 4, 2004 10:57 PM CDT Mike & Lisa, I know we are not that close, but I just wanted to let you know that I think of you guys all the time and really admire all of your strength. I check this site almost everyday to see how you guys are and read any updates. I can't help myself from wanting to see those cute pictures of Christopher either. Take care and know that there are many people thinking of you (even people you may not think are). Dawn Wahl <Dmarie_99@hotmail.com> Blaine, MN USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 10:34 AM CST Hi. I was thinking about you both today and Russell and Janet too. I just needed to stay in touch. Mike have you ever thought about writing a book? You write very well and are able to express emotions with words. I taught English for 32 years, and I think you could do it. Keep praying and working through this. Love and prayers and hugs. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, MN - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 2:26 PM CST We're still thinking about you guys. The other day I was doing face painting on Duncan and he wanted Pooh on one cheek and Tigger on the other. It reminded me of painting Tigger on Christopher's hospital room window. (The one on the window turned out much better, a squiggly little kid is much tougher to paint than a window). We're still praying for you. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Sunday, March 28, 2004 11:37 AM CST We think about Christopher all the time. Hunter listens to that cd along with Nicole all the time in her car! Hope days are going easier now. Tim and Nicole Fisher <protege562@msn.com> - Friday, March 26, 2004 8:08 PM CST We are thinking about you guys all the time. We said Hi to Tigger when we were at Disney World, and gave him a special hug just for Christopher. Take care. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Sunday, March 14, 2004 2:05 PM CST Hi Lisa and Mike! I hope you two are continuing to do well. I don't think you are boring, I'm there 2/7 of the times playing cards with you if that means anything. I miss Christopher and think about him every day. Thank you guys for letting me spend a portion of his life with him. He is a very special person, and I will never forget that. Love, Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Sunday, March 14, 2004 2:19 AM CST Hi. I found your site on Mathew's site. I am so sorry for your loss. Your sweet Christopher passed away only 2 days after our journey into cancer began. I wish I had words of comfort. All I can say is that we have added you to our prayers and I wish you peace. lori hurley (www.caringbridge.com/mn/noahhurley) <clowns@myhometown.net> north st paul, mn - Friday, March 12, 2004 1:18 PM CST Still thinking of you guys. I listen to Christopher's CD alot. The crazy nurse <c1smid@hutchtel.net> - Tuesday, March 9, 2004 9:18 PM CST Mike and Lisa, Keeping you in prayer, glad to hear you are back at "home", that is always a good place to be. Be blessed. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Tuesday, March 9, 2004 2:48 PM CST Hi Christopher, I sure miss you. The other day when I saw Kaylie-James, it was hard, because I knew you would have been like a great big brother to her. Well, you still will be because I know Kaylie-James' mom Krista will always have a special place for you in her heart, and raise Kaylie-James in a way that is reflective of the wonderful life you lived. After all, she is your name-sake. If you see my grandma, tell her that I love her and miss her, and, if Grandma and Gramdpa Smith will let you go for a little bit, give her a hug for me. She loves children, and I know she will love you. Love, Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Thursday, March 4, 2004 10:31 PM CST WISH ME LUCK ON MY QUILT IN THE QUILT CONTREST. IF I WIN YOUR MOM AND DAD WILL HAVE TO WAIT AN ADDTIONAL WEEK OR TWO BEFORE I GET TO HAVE YOUR MEMORY QUILT BACK. I HAD FUN DOING IT, AND WILL HATE TO GIVE IT UP, BUT I THINK YOUR MOM AND DAD SHOULD HAVE THE FIRST ONE, AND I WILL NEED TO MAKE ANOTHER ONE FOR MYSELF. LAST FRIDAY I THOUGH ABOUT YOU WHEN I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL DAY AND I HAD MY SUNROOF OPEN. IT MADE ME THINK OF THE FIRST TIME I REMEMBER COMING INTO YOUR HOSPITAL ROOM WHEN YOU WERE IN THE ARMS OF A VOLUNTEER. YOU WERE NOT HAPPY, BUT WHEN YOU HEARD MY VOICE YOU STOPPED CRYING AND SMILED A BIG SMILE. I MISS THOSE RESPONSES, NOW I CAN ONLY LIVE THOSE TIMES THROUGH MEMORIES. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR SMILE, YOUR SINGING AND DANCING, AND ALL THE HUGS AND KISSES YOU GAVE ME. I HELD ME FIRST BABY SINCE YOU DIED. KAYLIE IS SO SMALL AND PRECIOUS. SHE MAY HELP ME HEAL A LITTLE, BUT NO ONE WILL EVER REPLACE YOU. YOU WERE MY SPECIAL LITTLE BUDDY AND I MISS YOU SO. CAN I BE A GREAT AUNT TO KAYLIE UNTIL I SEE YOU AGAIN? Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, March 4, 2004 3:29 PM CST Lisa & Mike, Thinking of you today, and missing Christopher! I will hopefully be back to MN this weekend, so we will have to catch up. I hope that all is well, and congrats on finally moving back to your apartment. :) Talk to you soon. Love, Anna Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, March 2, 2004 8:56 PM CST Lisa and Mike, I want to tell you that Christopher is an inspiration to me. He helps me appreciate my family and to be grateful for the times we have together. I am sure he is an inspiration to many people! He was such a sweet boy. He will always be alive in the hearts of many people including mine. He is an angel who is here to help people love one another. I wish you happiness and love, which I am sure will be no problem with Christopher watching over you! Crystal <www.jwbdolla5@aol.com> - Friday, February 20, 2004 10:10 PM CST May you always have an angel by your side Watching out for you in all you do. Reminding you to keep believing in brighter days Finding ways for your wishes and dreams To take you to beautiful places. Giving you hope that is as certain as the sun Giving you the strength of serenity as your guide May you always have love and comfort and courage And may you always have an angel by your side. May you always have an angel by your side Someone there to catch you if you fall. Encouraging your dreams, inspiring your happiness Holding your hand and helping you through it all. In all of our days, our lives are always changing Tear come along as well as smiles. Along the roads you will travel, may the miles be A thousand times more lovely than lonely. May they give you the kind of gifts That never, ever end; Someone wonderful to love And a dear friend in whom you can confide. May you have rainbows after every storm May you have hopes to keep you warm. May you always have an angel by your side. ~POEM BY DOUGLAS PAGELS~ LOVE, STEPHANIE www.caringbridge.org/mn/brown_eyed_shorty stephanie <stephanie12352@msn.com> saint cloud, mn usa - Thursday, February 19, 2004 8:54 PM CST He only takes the best... God saw he was getting tired, And a cure was not to be. So he put His arms around him, And whispered, "Come with me". With tear filled eyes we watched him suffer and fade away, Although we loved him deeply, We could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. -Author Unknown Ariann Russ <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Thursday, February 19, 2004 4:12 PM CST It is bad enough that today is friday the 13th, but it is also 2 months after Christopher left us. There still is not a day that goes by that I don't think of Christopher and cry. Last night was one of those times when all I could do was cry. I was tired, depressed, stressed and needed a hug. I had to work on my memory quilt, so I could have Christopher close to me since I could not get a hug in person. I did get one from him earlier this week and I made it through that day. Good Night......gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, February 13, 2004 12:55 AM CST GOOD NIGHT LITTLE MAN, MIKE AND LISA...........XOXOXOXO.....LOVE YA ALL.........GS GRETCHEN SMITH <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, February 12, 2004 8:41 PM CST Hi Mike and Lisa! I know that this must be so hard for you two to go through, and I can't even begin to emagine all the pain that you encounter every day. Just remember that Christopher is always watching out for you, as well as over all of the important people in your lives. I see him everyday in the calendar that you gave me sitting above my desk. I miss him a lot. Love, Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, mn - Thursday, February 12, 2004 4:03 PM CST GOODNIGHT LITTLEMAN......I CAN REALLY USE A HUG TODAY....SEND ME ONE DOWN FROM HEAVEN. LOVE YA. GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 6:06 PM CST GOODNIGHT LITTLE MAN.....I HAD A BETTER DAY TODAY. I GOT TO VISIT WITH A LITTLE GIRL WHO WAS 17 MONTHS OLD. SHE WAS SO CUTE. (I REALIZED THAT TODAY YOU WOULD HAVE BEEN 14 MONTHS OLD) LILLY IS A CO-WORKERS DAUGHTER AND I WAS GLAD THAT I WAS NOT AFRAID TO TALK TO HER. SHE HEARD A PHONE RINGING IN A COAT POCKET AND SHE JUST WOULD NOT GO HOME UNTIL SHE GOT TO ANSWER IT. HE MOM WAS ABLE TO PULL HER AWAY WITH HER PHONE, BUT BEFORE YOU KNEW IT SHE WAS BACK LOOKING UNDER THE COAT TO FIND THAT PHONE. LOVE YA.....TALK TO YOU TOMORROW...........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 4:20 PM CST LITTLE MAN I NEED YOU TODAY. THIS HAS BEEN A BAD DAY AT WORK AND I NEED A HUG FROM YOU. NO OTHER CHILD'S HUG WILL DO. LOVE YA....XOXOXOXOXO GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, mn HENNEPIN - Monday, February 9, 2004 3:27 PM CST Have a great weekend my buddy......talk to you again on monday....gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> brooklyn center, mn HENNEPIN - Friday, February 6, 2004 2:57 PM CST DON'T HAVE MUCH TO SAY TODAY, EXCEPT THAT I MISS YOU MORE AND MORE EVERYDAY. I LOVE YOU AND KEEP YOU CLOSE IN MY HEART. SEE YA LATER. XOXOXOXOXOX GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, February 5, 2004 3:38 PM CST I HAVE ANOTHER REQUEST, CAN YOU HELP CRISTIE GET BETTER. SHE NEEDS TO BE THE POSTER CHILD FOR HOPE IN THE BATTLE AGAINST CHILDHOOD CANCER. SINCE SO MANY OF YOUR FRIENDS ARE THERE WITH YOU, CAN YOU HELP SAVE 1 OR 2 OF THE ONES THAT ARE STILL HERE.........LOVE YA........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 11:39 AM CST GOODDAY MY SWEET BUDDY......I AM LEAVING EARLY TODAY FROM WORK SO WILL HAVE TO CLOSE DOWN THIS WINDOW SOON. I HOPE YOUR TIGGER BLANKET KEPT YOU WARM LAST NIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS COLD OUTSIDE. SINCE IT IS SO COLD, AT LEAST YOUR SNOWMAN WON'T MELT. I MISS YOU SO MUCH, I CAN'T EVEN SAY YOUR NAME WITHOUT CRYING. WRITING ON THIS WEB SITE HELPS ME TO GET THROUGH MANY DAYS WHEN ALL I WANT TO DO IS HUG YOU. I AM MAKING A MEMORY QUILT FOR OUR QUILT CHALLANGE AT MILL END. IN MY EYES IT WILL BE THE BEST ONE, BUT I HOPE THE CUSTOMERS AGREES AND VOTE FOR IT. WHEN IT IS DONE, YOUR MOM AND DAD CAN HAVE IT. ALSO IF IT WORKS OUT WELL WITH THE GOLD RIBBONS, I MAY MAKE ONE FOR THE U OF M HOSPITAL. TALK TO YOU TOMORROW. WATCH OVER ME AND HELP ME MAKE IT THROUGH THE DAYS AHEAD................GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 11:35 AM CST GOODNIGHT MY SWEATHEART.....MISS YOU....I HOPE YOU ARE ENJOYING THE SNOW.....HAVE YOU AND GRANDPA BUILT A SNOWMAN YET....DID GRANDMA SHOW YOU HOW TO MAKE A SNOW ANGEL.....I WANT TO SEE THE SNOWMAN AND THE ANGEL WHEN YOU ARE DONE........XOXOXOXOX....GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, February 3, 2004 2:30 PM CST Hi Mike and Lisa, just thinking about you guys!! Hope all is going well. Bryce <MLavM@aol.com> St. Louis, MO - Monday, February 2, 2004 10:48 PM CST GOODNIGHT LITTLE MAN......I HOPE YOU LIKE ALL THE SNOW.... LOVE YA.........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, February 2, 2004 4:08 PM CST Hi Lisa and Mike, I hope you are doing well. I just wanted to let you know that even though I don't show up too much during the week, I am always thinking of you and Christopher. Have a good weekend. Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Friday, January 30, 2004 5:44 PM CST GOODNIGHT LITTLE MAN........LOVE YA..........LOVE YOUR PARENTS...LOVE MY FAMILY.......HELP RUSTY FIND THE RIGHT PATH......GUIDE HIM THROUGH THESE TROUBLING TIMES.........I'LL COME OUT AND TALK TO YOU AGAIN SOON......I ENJOYED OUR TALK LAST WEEKEND.......XOXOXOXO GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, January 30, 2004 3:06 PM CST GOODNIGHT LITTLE MAN..........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, January 29, 2004 5:41 PM CST LOVE YA LITTLE MAN.........MISS YA........GOODNIGHT.....GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, January 28, 2004 2:41 PM CST GOODNIGHT AND LOVE YOU LITTLE MAN........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, January 27, 2004 3:49 PM CST GOODNIGHT LITTLE MAN........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, January 26, 2004 5:34 PM CST Dear Christopher, I miss you little guy. Every time I go to the hospital or even drive by I just want to go to your room and say hi. You are the sweetest little boy. Your mommy told me what you got Krista for her little baby. You gave up one of your own birthday presents so that her baby could have something special to play with. You will always have your own little space in my heart. I love you Christopher. Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Sunday, January 25, 2004 3:06 AM CST Lisa & Mike & Gretchen, Just droppin a line to let you know that we are thinking about you. We can't pretend I know what you are going through, but we are praying for you along your journey. We are getting ready to go on Duncan's Make-A-Wish to Disneyworld. The boys are very excited and it has been a long time coming. We'll say hi to tigger for you! Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Sunday, January 25, 2004 1:14 AM CST Last night was a tough night for me. I tried to talk to my freind who just came home with a new baby Wednesday. I was thinking about how hard it will be to go and hold her new son. I am afraid of getting attached. I love children, and I should not have this much fear about holding a child. She has 2 older children too. Her daughter was born about 2 months before Christopher and her son is 4. I also started to think about Krista's baby coming in March. I am excited for these mom's and know everthing will be great. I hope someday they too will let me babysit. I still have not been able to babysit Nermal. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, January 23, 2004 9:19 AM CST Everyday is a challange without Christopher. I still say his name and cry. Someday I will understand why god chose to have him away from us. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:26 PM CST Thinking of you! Miss you much! Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 11:09 PM CST I miss you little man.......Friday will be the first time I have been back to the hospital since you died. I am going with Lisa to drop off CD's for your nurses. These are the CD's I did so people will think of you when they hear it, or any of your favorate songs on the radio. Good night....Love ya........xoxoxoxoxox......gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 3:22 PM CST Thank you Mike for letting me share your visit to Christopher with you. He is in such a beautiful place right now. I hope to visit him a lot in the future with both you and Lisa. It meant a lot to me. Remember that I am always here for you two, whenever you may need me. Love, Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Tuesday, January 20, 2004 2:37 AM CST Good night little man...........gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, January 19, 2004 4:15 PM CST Hi Mike and Lisa, we've been thinking about you and Christopher and pray for you. Bryce & Val St Louis, MO - Friday, January 16, 2004 11:24 AM CST I hope Christopher is enjoying his time with Grandma and Grandpa Smith. I don't have much to say today, except I miss you. Goodnight my sweetheart. Write to your mom again. xoxoxoxoxoxox gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, m HENNEPIN - Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:53 PM CST Had a better day at work, but still would like to have Christopher to hold.....Good night my sweet buddy.....gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 5:59 PM CST Lisa & Mike I've been thinking about you. We still pray for you guys each night and hope that you will find peace on your journey. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 3:55 PM CST Hang in there you two. I am sorry to hear of your loss. I had a chance to read your enteries and they are wonderful! Just remember Christopher is in God's hands and looking down at you both. He would be so proud knowing that you are his parents!! Take Care! God Bless you. Missy(friend of Amy's) <melissa.thomsen@medica.com> St. Francis, MN 55070 - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 1:38 PM CST Mike and Lisa, thinking of you both today and keeping you in prayer. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Wednesday, January 14, 2004 7:48 AM CST Having a bad day at work, need to hug my little man, but I can't. These are the days I miss him the most. Good night.......sleep tight.......see ya someday in heaven. Love you.......xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, January 13, 2004 2:55 PM CST GOOD NIGHT MY LITTLE MAN............I READ YOUR LETTER EVEN IF IT WAS TO BE ONLY VISABLE TO YOUR MOM..........GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, January 12, 2004 4:24 PM CST Dear Mike and Lisa, What a wonderful list of things to make the world a better place. I admire the courage that yu have shown during these last months. I will pray for your continued healing and peace. Love, Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle , MN - Sunday, January 11, 2004 10:45 PM CST Mike, What a wonderful list of New Years resolution! Thanks for reminding everyone. We pray that you are able to find peace during this time. Take Care Laura Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Friday, January 9, 2004 10:11 PM CST Goodnight little man.........love ya, miss ya, love your mom and dad and all the rest of my family. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, January 9, 2004 3:09 PM CST Good night Sweetheart I love you and miss you. Kisses for Christopher Grandma Betty betty <www.petes00022@aol.com> - Thursday, January 8, 2004 4:36 PM CST I have to close down your web page early today, so I am going to say good night now. Love ya, Miss ya, watch over Great Uncle Greg and make him better soon. Good night little man..............xoxoxoxo Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, January 8, 2004 3:17 PM CST I found your link in little Max's guestbook. What a handsome little man that Christopher is!!! I am so sorry for your loss. You both seem (from what I have read) to be very strong. When you aren't feeling strong lean on each other and memories of Christopher. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. Take care. Jamie, mommy to Kole and Zakary <thecarmans@annapolis.com> MD - Thursday, January 8, 2004 1:25 PM CST I want to share some words from an article I read in the star tribune which expresses how I believe many of us think.... "You never get over someone's death, you learn to live with it. It becomes a part of you. It will always be a part of you. You will go on with your life, and you will learn to live with your greif and maybe even make something out of it." I know that Christopher's mission on this earth was to help people with unconditional love, exceptance of others for who they are and how important family and friends are. As Mike said after Christopher left us, he touched and changed all of us without saying a word. He will forever be in our hearts. In my Christmas letter, I wrote about all the losses in my family this last year. I appologized to people that I did not have time to contact. I hope to get together with them in 2004. Some went to people with whom, my only contact is to send them a holiday card. I included my phone number at the end of the letter, and to my surprise I already had a couple of "long lost friends" contact me. Many people made comments in their cards about the tears they shed when they read my letter. Two of my friends called my parents since I was not home at the time. I feel Christopher watching over me pushing me back to old friends. Even my cousin Margaret has call many times to talk. She and I never had much time together when we were younger since she lived outside of Minnesota. I hope we can now create new memories for the future. I know we will never have the bond as cousins that Lisa and Anna do, but maybe we can be friends along with that relative thing. Love ya Christopher and good night............. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 8:36 PM CST Each day before leaving work, I check Christophers web page, it makes me feel connected some how to the many people I love. Like we have all said and still do....this little fellow continues to touch so many of us in wonderful ways. Good night superman. Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN USA - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 4:55 PM CST Mike and Lisa, So good to read your messages and see how healing is happening. You are in our prayers and thoughts daily. As you get back to a new normal way of life, know that there are many out here praying for you and remembering Christopher. Thanks for leaving his picture up! Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 2:31 PM CST GOOD NIGHT MY SWEET BUDDY.......GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, January 6, 2004 4:30 PM CST Lisa & Mike, I hope that you had a wonderful New Year! I miss both of you guys and esp. Christopher. I was thinking of you, and hope that all is well. Good to hear that you are getting your apartment back in place, and sorry I was unable to stay longer to finish helping you. I am sure that it looks great. (Esp. now that you, Lisa, will not have to be afraid to do laundry with your lil' 8 legged friends.....j/k) So, back to work huh? I am sure that you were getting used to having some free time? I know that over Christmas, I was. It was hard to get back into the normal swing of things, but it is good for all of us. And, like you said, our pocket books will like it! Anyway, I hope that you guys are good, and remembering Christopher, which I know that you already are. He will be loved and missed always. Call me &/or come and visit anytime.....please!!! Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, January 6, 2004 10:36 AM CST GOOD MORNING LITTLE MAN............LOVE YA.........MISS YA Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, January 6, 2004 10:26 AM CST GOOD NIGHT LITTLE MAN.................GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, January 5, 2004 4:09 PM CST NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DO NOT THINK OF CHRISTOPHER. I MISS HIM, BUT I KNOW GRANDMA AND GRANDPA ARE ENJOYING HIM. SOMEDAY I HOPE TO UNDERSTAND WHY HE WAS TAKEN FROM US SO SOON. LOVE YA AND MISS YOU LITTLE MAN. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, December 31, 2003 3:43 PM CST Another angel takes flight. My deepest, most sincere sympathy and condolences to each and every one of you!! Christopher was a fighter, there is no doubt about that! He is now pain free, free to fly in the Heavens and watch over all of you! We lost our precious Pam on Oct. 7, 2003, so I know what you are going through. There are no words that can ease the pain. I would just like to share a saying that was on the card my wife Diane picked out, and we bought for Pam: If you were a star That wasnt expected back In the universe For a thousand years, Id wait. If you were the sky And everyone went inside When you got sad And started to rain, Id stay. And if you were a peach And the world decided to get rid of all peaches, Id pick you up, Put you in my pocket AND KEEP YOU ..FOREVER. I would also like to share, with you and your family, a poem that was put on Pams website: God's Garden God looked around His garden And found an empty place He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest God's garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best He knew that you were suffering He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never Get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb So He closed your weary eyelids, And whispered "Peace Be Thine." It breaks our hearts to lose you But you didn't go alone. For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You are all in our prayers. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. Frank father of ANGEL Pam (www.caringbridge.org/ny/pamostrowski) <frmurato@nyct.com> SYOSSET, NY USA - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 9:11 AM CST Dear Lisa and Mike, You are two of the strongest people I know. At your young ages you have been through so much it amazes me. God is hard at work in your spirits.Please continue to keep this site open. I would also have to agree the 3 clouds you witnessed were there for you to see. In my own life when a family member or friend has passed I have heard a train horn blowing either during or after the service.It tells me the train for heaven is on its way. My there be peace in your hearts. I hope you had a Merry Christmas and may 2004 bring you a great year. Allen Graham <pushbars@yahoo.com> - Monday, December 29, 2003 4:15 PM CST For Christmas, my friend Theresa gave me a statue of Jesus with 4 children. One of the children is sitting on his lap playing with his beard. She said that was Christopher, because he always was playing with people's hair. I know he is up in heaven playing with whatever hair he can find. I hope he had a nice holiday with Grandma and Grandpa. She also gave me a book called "HOW TO SURVIVE THE LOSS OF A LOVE". I wanted to share a passage from there that she thought I would relate to....... "I remember thinking once that it would be good if you left because then I could get some Important Things done. Since you've left I've done nothing. Nothing is as important as you." I am glad I had the time to spend with Christopher while he was with us. I thought I had "important things" when I didn't take the time to spend with Judy and Phillip. I realized too late for them, but gave up many things to be with Christopher. I do not regret anything I gave up for him. I was willing to go the extra mile to spend time with him. I know that Lisa and Mike appreciated when I was there so they could get a break, yet feel secure leaving him. I will be there for Lisa and Mike now, I they still want me to. Maybe I can babysit Nermel instead? Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, December 29, 2003 11:06 AM CST What a beautiful baby boy! My sister, who is a long-time friend of Chuck, shared the news of your son's passing. My heart-felt, deepest sympathies to you and your family. Sometimes we don't understand why God calls us home early, but I believe He has a greater plan and we will all grow stonger and wiser because of it. I pray God will give you the strength and courage you need to continue on and rejoice in the fact that you will be reunited with your little boy one day. I believe he is with you in spirit and always will be. God bless you and your family. Venita Elsherbiny <nita_parrill@yahoo.com> Eden Prairie, MN USA - Sunday, December 28, 2003 10:25 AM CST I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Christopher. I wasn't able to make it to the funeral, but i can assure you that my thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a beautiful baby and a joy to take care of. I will never forget hearing his sweet voice singing along to his favorite country music CD. God be with you now and always Jenny, RN - 8th floor <leejen@bethel.edu> - Saturday, December 27, 2003 8:14 PM CST My thoughts and prayers have been with you. I was thinking about you yesterday and hoping that you had the love and comfort of God and loved ones around you. Rae - Friday, December 26, 2003 11:49 AM CST Its with my deepest regrets that I have learned of your son's site after his passing. Words can not begin to touch the depth and magnitude of your grieving and I do not know how you feel so wont pretend to even begin to. I will simply say I extend my sincerest condolences on the death of your beautiful baby and that the caringbridge community mourns yet another loss. Chris ~ Gooch's Site ~ - Friday, December 26, 2003 9:41 AM CST I found this quote which brought comfort to me, and I hope it does the same for you in this time of great loss in your life. "The inscrutable devine wisdom underlies such heart-rending occurrences. It is as if a kind gardener ransfers a fresh and tender shrub from a narrow place to a vast region. This transference is not the cause of the withering, the waning or the destruction of that shrub, nay rather it makes it grow and thrive, aquire freshness and delicacy and attain verdure and fruition. This hidden secret is well-known to the gardener, while those souls who are unaware of this bounty suppose that the gardener in his anger and wrath has uprooted this shrub. But those who are aware this concealed fact manifest and this predestined decree considered a favor. Do not feel grieved and disconsolate therefore..." Abdul'l-Baha "To consider that after the death of the body the spirit perishes is like imagining that a bird in a cage will be desroyed if the cage is broken, though the bird has nothing to fear from the destruction of the cage. Our body is like the cage, and the spirit is like the bird.... if the cage becomes broken, the bird will continue to exist. Its feelings will be even more powerful, its perceptions greater, and its happiness increased." Abdu'l-Baha I hope you can take a lot from these words, and know that Christopher, with his sweet and pure soul, is thriving in the kingdom of God. Love, Ariann Ariann <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Friday, December 26, 2003 1:49 AM CST Dear Ones. It is Christmas night and the day is almost over. I know that today must have been very difficult for you and your families. I know that Christopher had a wonderful day with Phillip and Judy. God gave them all a wonderful gift. Hugs to you all. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn - Thursday, December 25, 2003 11:46 PM CST I am so sorry to hear about your little man, Christopher. And about Lisa's parents. The clouds thing is pretty neat and I also believe it was Lisa's parents and Christopher. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! Kathy Haws 1000 Oaks, CA - Thursday, December 25, 2003 8:20 PM CST Merry Christmas. I am saddened to have read about your loss. We have never met, but I share some of your pain. I lost my dad this past Spring also. I can't imagine losing both parents and then your first child all in one year. If God really does test us, I would say you have had your share. It sounds as if Lisa parents were lost suddenly, my father was also. Heart attack. I was fortunate enough to be able to say some very loving things to him before he passed away. Losing loved ones is a part of life that hurts more than anything I have ever known. You are in my thoughts and I will pray that you find peace. Somehow, some way, some very good must come into your lives on the heels of such tragedy. Godspeed. Tracee Saltz <TraceeSaltz@mchsi.com> Des Moines, Ia - Thursday, December 25, 2003 7:53 PM CST Hi I'm so sorry for your loss. My son's birthday is Dec 10th too. He is suffering from ALL. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary Lee (www.caringbridge.com/mn/davis.leukemia) <mleep@msn.com> - Thursday, December 25, 2003 3:03 PM CST God Bless you today. I am praying for you on this Christmas day.. Kasey Gunde <kasey.gunde@delta.com> Mount Holly, NC US - Thursday, December 25, 2003 6:47 AM CST Lisa and Mike, I have thought about your family a lot since I learned of Christopher's diagnosis this last summer. I prayed for his health and prayed for strength for you. I wish there was more I could have done. I give you guys a lot of credit for what great parents you are. Lisa always brings in new photos to develop at the store I work at. You are always so excited to see them and share him with us. I can always see the love you have for your sweet baby Christopher in your eyes and the hope you had for him. You are always so positive, I never once thought he wouldn't make it. I hadn't had the chance to see Mike very many times, but when I did I could see the same love for Christopher that I see in Lisa's eyes. I was very touched by your journal entries too. I know you two can make it through this. -Crystal B. <www.jwbdolla5@aol.com> Brooklyn Center, MN USA - Tuesday, December 23, 2003 1:11 AM CST I'm sure this Christmas will be a hard one with all of the loss that you've suffered this year. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers and that God will help you carry your heavy burden. Rae - Monday, December 22, 2003 2:37 PM CST Hi I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God's love help to comfort you and give you peace. Carla - Monday, December 22, 2003 8:46 AM CST Mike & Lisa Good morning I pray that your days and nights give you some comfort I just wanted you to know how special the service for Superman was for me It was a beautiful celebration of his life Rev. Teresa Chamberlain has a wonderful gift! She made me feel so much better about the world I live in I hope you guys are doing o.k. Take care of yourselves and let Betty know I miss her and that she is right her baby boy is a wonderful and kind man and her daughter is amazing also I don't want Amy to get jealous and slug you Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Monday, December 22, 2003 8:32 AM CST Dear Lisa and Mike, I was thinking about you all day yesterday. I am so sorry that I could not be at the funeral, but my heart was with you guys throughout the day. I hope that you have a happy holidays, and just remember that Christopher is still with you, his physical body is now the only part of him gone. Love, Ariann Ariann <Russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Saturday, December 20, 2003 8:26 PM CST Mike & Lisa; I feel so sorry for not having come for the service, no one from work called to inform me of the plan. But I guess that I should have called the floor or checked the website to learn of the latest developments, but one thing I do have to say on my behalf, it is hard to me to at times. Well, just like I said to you guys, it was a pleasure having taken care of you and being there all the way. Yader <yadgmal@yahoo.com> St. Louis Park, MN - Saturday, December 20, 2003 3:05 AM CST Mike and Lisa~ Our prayers are with you and your family. Even though we never met Christopher it's almost like we knew him through Hunter. Christopher~ You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. You're a true SUPERBABY! Tim and Nicole Fisher <protege562@msn.com> Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Friday, December 19, 2003 5:31 PM CST Mike and Lisa, Christopher was such a great baby. He always could make me smile. He was such a trooper. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Jen Rude <KidRN1213@yahoo.com> Minnetonka, MN - Thursday, December 18, 2003 7:29 PM CST Mike and Lisa, We will miss Christopher very much. He was such a brave little man, and we loved him alot. We just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. 5B nurses - Thursday, December 18, 2003 10:05 AM CST Mike and Lisa, I am very sorry to hear about Christopher. Even though I never met the little guy, you would talk about him with such warmth and love I felt like I had met him. My thoughts and prayers are with you both this holiday. Barbara Oseland <Barb.Oseland@target.com> Coon Rapids, MN 55433 - Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:37 AM CST Dear Lisa and Mike We are so sad to hear about Christopher. What a long year it has been for both of you. We admire your strength and courage through all of this. We can't imagine the pain you are feeling. Just know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Love, Chris, Rick, Heather, Kayla, and Emma <chenne38@aol.com> Buffalo, MN USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 10:53 PM CST Lisa and Mike, Charlie has been keeping us updated on Christopher's condition and we learned today that he passed away on Saturday. Our hearts are so saddened to hear of his loss. Christopher touched many people's lives in so many special ways. We know he will be missed tremendously. Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you!! Amie and Jason Bouchey (The Dresser,WI. people) <aimster32@msn.com> Chanhassen, MN USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 9:09 PM CST Mike & Lisa~ I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I never got to meet Christopher, but heard alot about him through Brian. You guys have constantly been in my thoughts. I totally admire you both for the strength you have had. I will continue to pray for you. Dawn Dawn Wahl <Dmarie_99@hotmail.com> Blaine, MN - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 9:04 PM CST Mike and Lisa, Mike, remember when we where in High School and you told me this, "I am never going to have a girlfriend or kids." I remember the night you and I met Lisa and Anna boy that was a great night. I have seen how you and Lisa have grown together, it was a wonderful sight to see you happy. You called me the minute you found out you were going to have Christopher, you were so excited that my son Hunter and your son could grow up and cause the same trouble you and I did when we grew up together. Mike as you go through these hard times I want you to know two things. I am sorry for your tremendous loss, and that I am here for you and Lisa anytime either of you need anything you can call. Now to Lisa, the lovely lady that stole my bestfriends heart. You have made Mike so happy, you had given him the best gift anyone could ask for a beautiful son. You and Mike have gone through alot of ups and downs in the past year, you and Mike have handled it all in stride together and I hope that you two can surpass the loss of Christopher and keep building your lives together. Mike, you have changed in so many ways that I lost count, but you have found one heck of a women so keep her around. I love you both and hope to spend some time with you both soon. Love & Prayers Brian Hartmann P.S. Love & Prayers from the rest of the Hartmann gang. Brian Hartmann <briguy_99@hotmail.com> Brooklyn Park, mn usa - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 7:36 PM CST Dear Lisa and Mike, I am so sorry to hear about Christophers death. This is the hardest trial that God could ever allow parents to face. This is the time, more than ever, that we must look to God no matter what our emotions may beHe can handle anything. We can be assured of one thing with absolute certainty when our children die: these children go immediately to Jesus. Christophers soul is where our souls long to be. Here is a poem that has brought me much comfort. Beneath this stone, four infants ashes lie; Say, are they lost or saved? If deaths by sin, they sinned; because theyre here; If heavens by works, in heaven they cant appear. Reason, ah! how depraved! Revere the sacred page, the knots untied; They died, for Adam sinned they live, for Jesus died. ~ John Bruce, A Cypress Wreath for an Infants Grave Christopher lives because Jesus died. But still, I know this is the greatest pain and I will be thinking of you and praying for you. From a family that grieves with hope, The Paquettes: Monica, John, Aubrey, Saint Gabrielle, and Noah Gabriel * * * Gabbies Site * * * Monica Paquette <mj.paquette@att.net> Minneapolis, MN - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 4:06 PM CST Lisa and Mike, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious little boy. Please find comfort in the fact that others care and are thinking about you at this difficult time in your life. He will be in your heart forever. At such a sad time as this, one always asks why??? I wish I could answer that my friends but know that he's in loving caring hands. It's been such a tragic year with all the losses. Please take good care of yourself as you are precious. Love from a former TC Dodge employee, Diane P. DianePeterson <DPeterson@lexus.com> Minnetonka, mn - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 3:51 PM CST I am soo sorry to hear about your son dying! That is soo sad your thought and prays are with me! I know it has to be really hard! but just think about it hes up in heaven having a great time and pain free! I am so sorry to hear about it!! Love, amy amy <amerz16@msn.com> blaine, mn USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 3:10 PM CST God bless you and give you the strength to get thru this time of sorrow. Mike, Lisa anything we can do please let us know. Our hearts are with you. Al & Jan Hartmann <hartmann1438@msn.com> Brooklyn Park, Mn USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 2:25 PM CST Lisa and Mike, My heart aches for you and for your family. I remember meeting Christopher when Betty and Leonard brought him to Gail's party. He is truly an angel. I will pray for you. Mary Jo & Tom Goodin (Betty's cousin) <mjgoodin1218@aol.com> Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Wednesday, December 17, 2003 8:12 AM CST Dear Lisa and Mike, I am deeply sorry for what you two have to go through, and I am here for you whenever you need me. Christopher was a beautiful boy, and that just comes from you two. You will only grow stronger from this and the best will be yet to come! I love you Lisa so much. I send my warm wishes to both of you. Love, Kelly Anderson <kellbell016@aol.com> Plymouth, MN - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 10:16 PM CST To My Mother Lisa .. I touch your tears With invisible fingers Soothing your skin I know that you think of me so often In the day, in the night, in your dreams Going into my empty nursery Knowing that I will never be there, but I am .. In your heart, in your soul, I shall always be For you gave so unselfishly of yourself. Inside you, you created me a world of laughter, Of love, of sadness, and of sorrow. Every emotion people come to know, you shared with me. And even though I may never feel your arms around me, I once felt you heart beating, like a lullaby, singing me to sleep. In your loving spirit, you gave me a safe haven, already protecting me, nurturing me, preparing me for many things to come. But sometimes the journey of life pulls souls apart, and yes, I had to go onto another place. I wish that I could have stayed, I wish this was a decision I could make. And I know this of you too .. But, know this, wherever you are; I will always remember that yours was the first love, the first joy, and the first soul that I will have ever known. You have me the courage to go on in my journey, And I hope that I can do the same for you. Your heart beat will always call me to you, and I will love you always. Love, Christopher James ---------------------------------------------------------- To My Father Mike .. Close your eyes and feel me near Keep me inside your heart Let me live in your soul, and see through your tears The things we will never be able to do Running across the fields of my youth Games we never played. But, this is never gone, those dreams you hold so close. For l live on, in every child you see, Little ones laughing in a playground, swinging so high Touching the tree tops, that is I wanting to love. Feel my happiness in the song of a bird, See my sorrow in my mother, Hold her close forever. Feeling your strength for there will be one to come behind me whether through Gods grace or from a different calling .. A child chosen through his hand. For darkness, a light will appear, even if it is just the dawn signaling a new beginning. And as you gather my mother to your heart, release your tears, let the healing begin. Discover that I am here in your dreams, in your tomorrows, every rainbow is the path home. And if you should stumble, I am the wings that shall lift you when you fall. Love, Christopher James (Original Author Unknown) Lisa & Mike, I got these poems from a friend at work who lost their young child as well. I thought you might like it! Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 8:21 PM CST Mike and Lisa, I just read about Christopher. I don't know any of you but I do know that you both along with Christopher have touched the lives of many. I just wanted you to know that your entries, your insight, and your beautiful son have touched me. God bless. Melva Larson <mjral@frontiernet.net> Dawson , MN - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 6:39 PM CST Mike and Lisa, you don't know me; I am Sandy Jergen's aunt who lost Mason a few months ago. She told me about your loss and I checked the web. What a beautiful child; your loss will be tremendous and I am so sorry. Know that I will keep all of you in my prayers. Sister Miriam Ardolf, Saint Benedict's Monastery <mardolf@csbsju.edu> St. Joseph, MN - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 4:13 PM CST Dear Mike, Lisa and family, We love you all so much. We will hold Christopher in our hearts and memories forever. We are so happy that we had the chance to know him. We are also thankfull that he had such a wonderful and strong family to hold and love him every day of his life. jenny and justin campbell <yosocoolgirl@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 2:03 PM CST Lisa & Mike, I have been kept up to date about Christopher from Gretchen. It has not been a good year for you or your family. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Susan Simmons <srugyarn@aol. com> Brooklyn Park, MN Hennepin - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 1:24 PM CST Eric, Lisa's co-worker, has shared Christopher's struggle with our family, and we have thought of all your family daily. What a brave little man, and what a difficult journey you have shared with him. There are no words that might lessen your loss, but know that many, many people have been touched by Christopher, and know that even though he wasn't here with you all long enough, he improved the lives of many. God bless you, and be with you in this difficult time. Eric, Jessica and Leah Maher Eric, Jessica and Leah Maher Minnetonka, MN USA - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 9:18 AM CST I am very sorry for your loss. Although I never met Christopher I know much about him threw his Great grandmother and father Ruth and Al . my neighbor and my great friends. I am sorry for you loss.you are in my prayers Gail Vetsch <Katz2023@AOL.COM> Saint Louis Park/Saint Paul, Mn - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 6:18 AM CST Mike and Lisa and family, You don't know me, but I know your aunt, Irene Vice (I am a co-worker of hers), and I wanted you to know that your son Christopher touched my heart. I am inspired by his strength and tenacity as he battled against the leukemia. Reading the all of the guestbook entries since Christopher's passing reminds me of the movie "Pay It Forward"...the little man didn't know in his lifetime how much of an impact he had on this world, but I'm sure as an angel he will be smiling on all those whose lives he touched. I only write because I hope it will bring you some comfort to know that your son, in the short time he was on this earth, made a difference in the life of many. Personally, hearing of Christopher losing his fight with cancer moved me to reach out to my family and friends and tell them how much I cherish them, and to share with them the inspiring story of Christopher's strength and your family coming together. As was said before, it seems that God's mission for Christopher was for him to bring people together. He has completed the mission well! :) I pray that you will find some peace in your hearts this Christmas and in the New Year as you begin to heal from your loss. Christi <cseelen@datalink.com> Bloomington, MN USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 6:10 PM CST You don't know me, but you will be in my prayers. I always read the obituaries and was so sad to read about two sweet boys today. Having lost our oldest daughter Caitlin to a brain tumor when she was just five, I could scarcely believe two more families will have their angels watching from above, rather than from within their homes. During this holiday season and beyond, our family's wish to you is this...peace. Bridget Peller <peller6@mchsi.com> Hutchinson, MN USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 5:31 PM CST Mike and Lisa you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers, maybe now more than ever because I believe the hardest part of your journey with Christopher is yet to come. Christopher was an amazing little boy! He endured more than anyone big or small should ever have to. I'm sure he was able to do it because he had such devoted and loving parents along with all the other people who were constantly there, making sure he was never alone. Children learn to read their parents emotions at a very early age. He knew how much he was loved! Please know that you are both loved too. Irene <ivice@datalink.com> - Monday, December 15, 2003 2:41 PM CST Dear Lisa & Mike; Words can't express my sorrow for your loss. We have never met, but I know Christopher's Grandma Betty, she works with my husband Ron @ Hillyard and have been keeping up the process that Christophers been going thru. We are so deeply sorry for your loss and hope and pray for you. Remember the good times that he brought you and the good times you brought him. Sincerely Jan Oldenburg Coon Rapids MN Jan Oldenburg <jloldenburg@firstam.com> Coon Rapids, mn Anoka - Monday, December 15, 2003 2:34 PM CST Mike, Lisa, and all of Christopher's Family, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I'm also sorry I never had a chance to meet the little guy, but from all of Auntie Amy's stories and from what I read on here, he was quite the miracle!! My heart goes out to you all, and I pray for your healing. Christopher will always be with you, as will all of us. Ali Reese <alison.k.reese@healthpartners.com> Bloomington, MN - Monday, December 15, 2003 12:50 AM CST Dear Lisa and Mike, I am so sorry to hear about your loss of Christopher. I was really hoping and praying he would beat this aweful disease! I can't even imagine what you both are going through and your families. My heart aches for all of you. Take care Margaret Boggs Margaret Boggs <maggieab@worldnet.att.net> Bloomington, MN Hennepin - Monday, December 15, 2003 12:43 AM CST Hi Lisa & Mike, We heard about Christopher this weekend and I just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. My mom would like me to pass on her condolences as well. You are both an inspiration to all of us in how we handle chanllenges in our lives. Christopher couldn't have had a better mom & dad. I know that he is with his grandparents now and is as healthy as can be. Love, John, Gena, Kari , David & Esther Gena Norquist <jgdkn@msn.com> Fairfax, VA USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 12:40 AM CST Mike & Lisa, We wanted you to know that you and your families have been in our thoughts and prayers these past couple of days. With love and deepest sympathy, Marshall & Gail Temp Gail & Marshall <labs@sherbtel.net> Princeton, MN - Monday, December 15, 2003 12:27 AM CST Michael and Lisa, Your friends at Target Guest Relations were all saddened today to learn of Christopher's passing. Please know that the three of you are in our thoughts. Bill <william.ball@target.com> William Ball, MN USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 12:11 AM CST Lisa & Mike, I just want you to know how special it is to be friends with you. Not just Lisa and not just Mike but the both of you. I love you guys so much and couldn't imagine anyone stronger! I feel so lucky to know you guys and to be there for you when you need it the most. Only good things can happen from now on and anything that seems tough you can pick up the pieces and move on. I love you guys and will be there for you no matter what and am willing to help in whatever way possible. Love Krista Krista Carlson <kcarlson@corporate4.net> Plymouth, MN USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 11:44 AM CST We are sorry to hear about the loss of your little man. Auntie Amy has told us so much about him. Our thoughts and prayers our with you and your families. Co-workers of Amy Peters @ Discount Steel <amy@discountsteel.com> Mpls, MN USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 11:05 AM CST To Christopher and all of his family - Although things did not happen as we had hoped, it is comforting to read all of the loving words from so many people. The memories will certainly last a lifetime. I am sorry I did not get a chance to meet you, Christopher, but the stories from your Auntie Amy certainly made me feel that I had a good idea of how you have touched so many lives. Watch over your mommy and daddy, they need you always. Mike and Lisa, you are two of the most amazing people I have ever known. My heart goes out to you and your family during this most difficult time. Love, Kellie (Amy P's friend) Kellie, Mark, & Audrey Klein <krklein@visi.com> Prior Lake, MN USA - Monday, December 15, 2003 10:52 AM CST Mike and Lisa, I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Though, I am happy that Christopher made it to his first birthday. I know that meant a lot to both of you. You have both grown so much in this experience; he was a blessing. You in my thoughts and prayers. Nicole Hochhalter <nicole.hochhalter@target.com> Minneapolis, MN - Monday, December 15, 2003 10:49 AM CST LISA AND MIKE, THE MIRACLE WE WANTED DID NOT OCCUR, THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME SHARE CHRISTOPHER'S LIFE AND STRUGGLE, HE WAS SUCH A PRECIOUS BOY. HUGS AND PRAYERS TO YOU. ELAINE <ESF7@JUNO.COM> CRYSTAL, MN - Monday, December 15, 2003 10:25 AM CST Lisa and Mike, You are in our thoughts and prayers as well as Christopher. We are so sad for you, Christopher was such a cutie, Mathew and I really enjoyed seeing him rocking in the chair in the hospital, he would bring a smile to our faces.We will pray for strength at this time. Mathew and Jenifer jenifer odette <jlodette@stcloudstate.edu> st cloud, mn sherburne - Monday, December 15, 2003 9:15 AM CST Lisa and Mike and all the family, I 'm so very sorry about this lost of yours, We all wanted that miracle for Christopher, You all gave this child more love in one year then most children get in a full life time, He was a very special child, we all new that, He's looking down on you all now and with love in his heart for you. My thoughts are with you and will stay with you. Jill Baker <jbaker@hillyard.com> - Monday, December 15, 2003 7:58 AM CST Lisa & Mike, My heart goes out for the both of you for your loss of Christopher. I know that this is a very hard time for you but I want you to know that he is looking down at you and wanting to thank you for every moment he was able to spend with you. Our thought are with you sharon <sharonandjustin@yahoo.com> bloomington, mn 55425 - Monday, December 15, 2003 7:03 AM CST Like everyone else, I was sincerely hoping for a different outcome. You both tried everything that you could and you gave him a wonderful life. If your love alone could have saved him, he would have lived forever here on earth. Now, he will still live on forever, but instead of being held in your arms, he will be held inside your hearts. Please take care of yourselves and remember that we all are still praying for you both. Theresa Oberuc (TO) <tj11758@aol.com> Shorewood , MN 55331 - Sunday, December 14, 2003 10:06 PM CST Hi Mike and Lisa, I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you during this difficult time. I can't tell you how touched I am reading these entries and seeing how much love Christopher spread in his lifetime. He truly was an amazing little guy and I'll never forget his smiles. I am honored to have met him! Take care of yourselves and let me know if you need any help with anything. Bridget Carey and Will Mitchell <bridgetcarey@ureach.com> Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Sunday, December 14, 2003 8:00 PM CST Dear Mike and Lisa, Thank you for bringing Christopher into this world and loving him the way you did. I thank you because everytime I saw your "little man" he stole my heart. Visiting Christopher always made me feel a bit better about life, he lifts my spirits. I feel better knowing your "little angel" will be watching out for all of us! Courtney (Amy's Friend) <ceclark@usfamily.net> Shakopee, MN USA - Sunday, December 14, 2003 6:50 PM CST Mike & Lisa, I did not get a chance to meet you but, I'll bet we were at the hospital at the same time. Portia was in for a month beginning on June 23rd. Ken and I will be praying for much peace for you. I'm certain Christopher is happy with Jesus now, but that probably does little to comfort your lonely hearts. May God hold you both tenderly and keep you in His care, especially through this Christmas. Love, Merri The Mickelson Family <KenandMerri@tcinternet.net> Elk River, MN - Sunday, December 14, 2003 4:15 PM CST Mike and Lisa, I wanted to let you know that I will always be there for the both of you. Christopher will always stay near and dear to my heart. He has taught me so much about myself and about life. Christopher has given me direction in life and he is truely my inner strength. Christopher you are my angel and my hero. You will always be our Superman. You put up one heck of a fight. I know you are in a beautiful place and can finnally rest easy. I am so greatful for being apart of your life and will cherish every moment we spent together. Christopher you now have a very special job to do and that is to watch over your mother and father. Mike, you are a wonderful father and brother. You have grown into a beautiful man over the last year. I can't even explain how proud I am of you. You and Lisa gave your son more love in the time that he was here than many children receive in a lifetime. Just know, that I love you and that I am there for you. Lisa-you are the definition of strength. I love you like a sister. You have endured too much for one person in 1 year. You are truely an amazing women. I am so proud that you are apart of our family. You loved your son more than words can describe. Christopher was extremely blessed to have had you and Mike as his parents. Please know that I am there for you anytime you need anything. Love, Amy Amy P (CJ's Aunt) <petera04@hotmail.com> Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Sunday, December 14, 2003 3:55 PM CST I feel so sorry to hear about christopher. i was so wishing things would be different. margaret <mlkkelvie@hotmail.com> mesa, az usa - Sunday, December 14, 2003 3:31 PM CST Lisa & Mike I'm so sorry your hearts have been broken Keep all your memories close it will help after awhile I guess God needed a super hero in heaven and since Christopher was such a good Superman he decided to have him come to him Whatever life brings you I hope its wonderful and uplifting Take care of each other and we will try to take care of Grandma Betty at work Mike I know how proud your Mom & Dad are of you and how it hurts them to see you hurt If we could take some of the pain away from you we would just know that we care and that our prayers are with you and your family and friends Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> Columbia Heights, Mn United States - Sunday, December 14, 2003 2:50 PM CST Dear ones. I cannot tell you how sad I am because it is nothing campared to the sadness that you all are feeling. Lisa and Mike I will continue to pray for strength for you all. Yes Christopher has taught many of us life's lessons. Christopher is at peace and resting in the arms of eternal love. God does answer prayer. It is just not always the answer we would want, but we don't know the rest of the plan. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> - Sunday, December 14, 2003 7:03 AM CST Lisa and Mike: i am so sorry for your lose. i send you all my prayers and wishes. if there is anything i can do for u let me know. i love you. lanny lanny <Lanibird@yahoo.com> - Sunday, December 14, 2003 1:36 AM CST Little Man...........I will miss you sooooooooooo much. I am glad that I was able to spend all the time I could with you, but that also makes it so much harder to say goodbye. I didn't think that I could be there when you left us. I thought I would not be able to handle my own personal pain. Knowing that I could help your Mom and Dad with their pain made me cope with my own. I can't even imagine what pain your mom is feeling now. You were the light of her life. You were the sunny spot in her life, when her parents left this earth. I will never understand what God's plan are for you. You were able to pull total stangers together in a time of need. As your Dad said, you changed a lot of lives with out saying a word. I hope you are happy with Grandpa and Grandma Smith. Make sure that your Grandpa lets you spend some time with Grandma. He is a baby hog. Dance and sing to Toby Keith and "count all the bees in the hive" forever. I am glad to get my last "hugs" from you. No one will ever replace you. Rest in peace, I miss you already. I need to go, but will write again soon.......love gretchen great aunt gretchen <serenitycreek@msn.com> brooklyn center, mn - Saturday, December 13, 2003 6:07 PM CST You precious people. We are so terribly sorry for your loss. What a beautiful boy. May Jesus hold you close and bring comfort as only He can. Our hearts ache for your pain. Where Christopher is now there is no more pain, no more tears, no more frustrations...just peace and joy. We will continue to pray for you. ShannonEde <shannon@edefamily.net> Round Rock, TX - Saturday, December 13, 2003 4:23 PM CST Dear Lisa & Mike, So many thoughts are going through my mind right now, I'm thankful that Christopher is no longer suffering but cannot imagine what the two of you are going through. He certainly did put up a good fight but God needed one more angel. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Most sincerely, Bette Smith Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 3:06 PM CST Mike & Lisa, Our hearts feel 25 lbs heavier today, this is about how much our little Christopher weighs. He lives in the hearts of all who have had the pleasure of being touched by this young, strong and happy boy. I am so proud to know him and and can't tell you enough how much he has influenced us and changed our lives. We are all better people because of your little fellow. We love you and keep you in our prayers. Cathy & Jerry Maple Grove, MN USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 2:42 PM CST Mike & Lisa, Please know that we all are thinking about you today, the hardest day of your lives. You are both too young and wonderful to have so much heartache in your life. Please know that we are all here for you...anything you need, anytime. Please let us know. You're both in my prayers. Melissa Bell <firestarbell@hotmail.com> Minneapolis, MN - Saturday, December 13, 2003 12:23 AM CST I am so very sorry for your loss... I understand. My own son died 11 months ago today. My Andy LOVED babies, and I'm sure he'll have a great time entertaining and being entertained by your Christopher. God bless you both. Jan (Andy's Mom forever) - Saturday, December 13, 2003 12:22 AM CST Dear Lisa and Mike, I love you two dearly, and it pains me to see you go through this very difficult time. Christopher was and forever will be a miracle baby. His smile brought so much joy to so many peoples lives. He truly is a gift from God. I am having a hard time writing what I am feeling because I have so many emotions running around inside of me. I think we should all remember, as Mike said to me last night, to remember the joy that little Christopher has brought to so many lives. I would like to extend my thanks to all of you who have been there for Mike and Lisa during these incredibly hard times. It means a lot to me to see so many people care, I can only imagine what it means to you, Christopher, Lisa, and Mike. Much love, Ariann Ariann Russ <russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Saturday, December 13, 2003 12:20 AM CST My heart goes out to Lisa, Mike & their families. I'm so sorry. I know Christopher is in a great place right now that is disease free & will not have no more pain. Now when something happens great in your life think it's Christopher being an angel & bringing you some luck. He can now jump on clouds & the stars of heaven spreading love to everyone. Christopher being born was God's plan to bring family & friends together. In a short amount of time he has shown what really matters in life. Even though I don't know you guys that well Gretchen talks about you all the time I feel that I do. Gotta go for now. Stay strong during this time & if you can get through this you pretty much get through anything that is brought to your table. REST IN PEACE LITTLE MAN. Julie Hallingstad <jhallingstad@mn.rr.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 11:28 AM CST Lisa & Mike, I am so sorry. I just wanted to remind you that I am here for you during this difficult time. You both have been so strong, and I look up to you for that. I love you guys so much. Christopher is now pain-free, up in heaven with his two loving grandparents and the many angels! (Even though, we didn't want Grandma Judy, and Grandpa Phillip to steal him from us quite yet!) He did so much on this earth and does not even know it. Mike said it perfect when he wrote in the journal about how many lives Christopher touched without even saying a word. He will be remembered and loved always...... Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 8:32 AM CST Dear Ones. What a courageous family you are. God will take care of you all with all of our prayers. Lisa, thanks for keeping us all up to date. I hope it helps to be able to use this medium to talk to all of us. Love and hugs. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn - Saturday, December 13, 2003 7:52 AM CST Dear Christopher, Lisa & Mike, Many thoughts and prayers are with you today and one of my prayers is that God not let Christopher suffer so much and that the 2 of you stay strong. I hardly know what to say, this is such a hard time for all of you. May God keep you under his wing and care for you, and we know He will during this very difficult time. Love & prayers, Bette Smith Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 7:43 AM CST Hi, Christopher, Lisa & Mike. Sorry about the most current events. You two have to know that you have a VERY SPECIAL little boy that has gone through SO MUCH in such a little time. Just to see all love & support that you've rec'd from people shows that people really do care with all crap that's happening in the world today. I'll be thinking about you guys all weekend. Gretchen, give hugs & kisses to SUPERMAN & let Lisa & Mike know that their incredible human beings for what they have been going through. They're someone or something that's watching over you guys & making sure that everything is ok. Well, have to go for now. But take care & keep the faith that'll get through this phrase of your lives. Julie Hallingstad <jhallingstad@mn.rr.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 0:29 AM CST hi we are in room 225 5b rosie aml 2/23/03 we will be in prayer just have to say we love you all even if we havent met. danny www.caringbridge.org/mn/rosie <JESUSISLORD@JUNO.COM> - Friday, December 12, 2003 11:11 PM CST Thinking of you guys today...... Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 7:53 PM CST Hey Little Man I've been thinking about you all day. Even though I know,that only you & God know why you are here for such a short time, I still wonder why it is. I now pray that thy will be done, that either you be a miracle angel alive and well here on earth, or, if you must, be God's angel. If the the answer is the latter then Go in Peace Little Man. Luv ya, sweet,sweet boy. Gretchen's friend, JoAnn Jerdee <jerdeej@msn.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 6:19 PM CST Dear Ones. Still praying and I know that God answers prayers. I pray for a miracle and for strength for the whole family. Hugs to all. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn - Friday, December 12, 2003 5:24 PM CST Happy Birthday Christopher, we are so glad you got to mess your cake all over the place, that is always so much fun. Mathew and I met you this summer in the hospital at Children's, Mathew is in waiting for counts to come up and we are sad to hear you have a positive culture. You get better, we will pray for you. Mathew and mom caringbridge/mn/mathewodette jenifer odette <jlodette@stcloudstate.edu> st cloud, mn sherburns - Friday, December 12, 2003 3:21 PM CST Hi Lisa, Christie and I just want you to know we are thinking of you as you go through this difficult time. We continue to pray for Christopher. Karla and Christie Blackwood <blackwood02@msn.com> Edina, MN - Friday, December 12, 2003 1:07 PM CST HI Lisa, My name is Emily Olson I am Mark W. Olson jr.'s daughter (Janet will know who I am). Anyways I got this site from Anna, and just wanted you to know that you and your son are in my prayers and thoughts. Good luck with everything, and Happy Birthday to you both! Lots of Love! Emily Olson <eolson1@uic.edu> Chicago, IL - Friday, December 12, 2003 1:04 PM CST Hi Christopher and Lisa!! It was really good seeing you guys on your birthday. It looked like you were having a lot of fun! I hope you are enjoying all your singing Care Bears Chistopher. I will be thinking about you guys often. Stay strong! Lainie Yates <drinkinhooch@hotmail.com> Long Lake, MN USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 10:18 AM CST Dear Christopher & Mom, We keep trying to send a message, but it fails to record or ... Anyway, hope you both had a Happy Birthday & many more to come. Love to Both, G. G. Uncle & Aunt John & Ruth Boggs John A Boggs <jaboggs@maxminn.net> Milaca, MN USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 9:31 AM CST Christopher, I'm so happy to hear you and Mommy had the best Birthday anyone could ask for. Just keep fighting and keeping everyone on their toes. Your a special child as you see from all the entries. We think of you everyday and all day. We have the prays going all the time. Be strong. Jill Baker <jbaker@hillyard.com> Blaine, MN. - Friday, December 12, 2003 7:53 AM CST GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Have a great day and don't forget we are still praying for that miracle so you work your super powers and we will work ours Lots of love and prayers and tell your Dad and Mom ice cream is the best medicine in the world Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Friday, December 12, 2003 7:34 AM CST God, is with you my dear child, through every hour of the day and night. You are God's beloved child. What wonderful brave parents you are. I will pray that you will find peace and comfort. Duncan's grandma nana <esmireau@shaw.ca> Kelowna, BC Canada - Thursday, December 11, 2003 10:39 PM CST Just to let you know that you have my prayer daily and many times during the night. I'm Duncan Masica's great grandmother Margaret (grandma Sweetheart) <mlkkelvie@hotmail.com> mesa, az usa - Thursday, December 11, 2003 7:28 PM CST Little man.....thank you for inviting me to your birthday party. I had a great time. It was fun to meet new people, to put faces with names I see in this guest book. I enjoyed the time we spent together after most of the people went home. You were so excited after the party that you would not go to sleep. You were still up at midnight gettting cake on you face and eating ice cream. I was glad to spend the time cuddling with you so, mommy could play with her friends and family. I will forever remember our cuddle time, and how precious you are to hold and kiss. I never had this much "special" time with your mom, even though and I spend many days and hours with her when she was little. I have never known how wonderful baby's are. I am now even more sad to think of how much I missed in life by not having a child of my own. I wanted one, but didn't feel I could offer a child that perfect life. I was am thankful that your parents have given me the chance to spend this time with you. I have learned this last year how important family and friends are to me and that I need to take time for them. I am so sorry that I did not spend more time with your Grandma and Grandpa Smith before they left us. If you happen to talk to them sometime down the road, tell them that I miss them. I go and talk to them sometimes at the cemetery, but I's not sure they are talking back yet. If I could, I would stop the pain you are in. I know it hurts you to even be held, but you are a superman and you let us have the joy of holding you I must get back to work for now, but will be up to see you tonight. Love you............XOXOXOXOXO gretchen Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN h - Thursday, December 11, 2003 3:12 PM CST Happy belated Birthday Lisa and Christopher! You are one "Strong" lady Lisa! I admire you for how you have handled this past year! I hope you are getting enough rest with all that has happened and still is happening to you. I wish you nothing but the best for the new year. I think about you and Christopher alot. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Margaret Boggs Margaret Boggs <maggieab@worldnet.att.net> Bloomington, MN Hennepin - Thursday, December 11, 2003 2:31 PM CST I heard about your little boy through another caringbridge page. He surely is a precious and beautiful boy. I will keep him in my prayers for the healing that his body needs and also for you, for strength to endure. Many blessings to you all. Jackson's mom, Michelle*www.caringbridge.com/wi/jacksons.journey* <eaglet@cltcomm.net> Clear Lake, WI - Thursday, December 11, 2003 10:05 AM CST Christopher and Lisa, I had such a good time hanging out with you on both of your special days. I am greatful to have such wonderful pople as yourselves in my life. I was nice to see all of your loved ones coming together on this special day. It was truely a magical feeling. It was nice to see you too Mike, although it was short. I will see you this Friday. I hope that Christopher is enjoying being the big 1, and Lisa, I hope you are enjoying being 22. Ariann Russ <Russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis, MN - Thursday, December 11, 2003 2:45 AM CST YAY!!!! It's your Birthday! I hope that you had a wonderful day! Lisa - I hope that your massage was great, you deserve it! Sorry that I could not spend it with you, but spending the weekend with you was great. I cannot wait to see you next, during Christmas when I come and visit again. Thinking of you...... Love, Anna Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 10:10 PM CST Happy Birthday Christopher and Lisa! I just wanted to wish you two a Happy Birthday and let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you always. Sara Gerbracht <sagerbracht@yahoo.com> Anoka, MN US - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 7:40 PM CST Happy Birthday to Christopher and Lisa. WE all miss you so much at Children's. I miss Christopher's beautiful smile. I just wanted Lisa, Mike, and Christopher to know that my thoughts are with you....as always. Katie Nolan, Nurse at Children's Minnetonka, MN U.S.A. - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 6:26 PM CST I am pulling for all of you to get through this tuff moment. I hope that all goes well. It's great to hear that Christopher is playing and seems to be happy. Take Care. Kevin Persons Stacy, MN USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 3:19 PM CST Happy Birthday to Chiristopher and Lisa. We hope your day is filled with memorable and happy events and may God bless your entire family today. Jerry and Cathy Maple Grove, MN USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 3:14 PM CST Happy Birthday Christopher and Lisa. I wanted to let you I'm praying for the both of you. I hope you have a wonderful day together (Mike too). Anna Persons <annapersons@hotmail.com> Ramsey, MN - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 3:14 PM CST We are praying for you! Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 2:06 PM CST Happy Birthday Superman and Supermom!!! Hope you are having a great day!! Hugs to both of you and Superdad too!!! Love, Chris <chenne38@aol.com> Buffalo, MN USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 1:13 PM CST Happy Birthday Christopher and Lisa! We hope you enjoy your special day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Carol Stodieck - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 12:58 AM CST Happy Birthday Christopher and Lisa!! Every day is a miracle, we continue to pray for you! Ali Reese (Aunt Amy's friend) <alison.k.reese@healthpartners.com> Bloomington, MN - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 12:29 AM CST A very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! to Christopher and Lisa!! It's a bright and beautiful day for you to look out and see all the pretty snow. Hope that you have a good day together. Theresa Oberuc (T.O.) <Tj11758@aol.com> Shorewood , Mn usa - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 11:01 AM CST Here to wish you the happiest of birthdays, Lisa and Christopher! I hope your special day is filled with laughter and joy! Kellie, Sparky, & Audrey Klein <krklein@visi.com> Prior Lake, MN 55372 - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 10:46 AM CST Hey all!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTOPHER AND LISA!! Wish we could be there today to celebrate with you! Have a great day, your in our prayers. Katie Viere & Eric Iacono <kmviere@csbsju.edu> - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 10:31 AM CST Happy Birthday Lisa and Christopher!!!!! Out thoughts and prayers are with you. Rick Henne Buffalo, MN USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 10:21 AM CST Christopher, Happy Happy Birthday little Guy, Happy Birthday to Lisa (Mommy as well) You have to be special to have the same birthday as your Mommy. You Need to hang in there little guy and enjoy this day with your family who love you more then anything. We all love you and pray for you. Jill Baker - work with Grandma <jbaker@hillyard.com> Blaine, mn usa - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 9:56 AM CST Dear Ones. Happy Birthday to Lisa and Christopher. God answers prayer. Hugs to you both and Mike too. Still praying. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn marshall - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 9:44 AM CST HAPPY BIRTHDAY LITTLE MAN.......I LOVE YOU......SEE YOU TONIGHT......OH YEAH, HAPPY BIRTHDAY LISA TOO........LOVE YA Great Aunt Gretchen (gretchy to lisa) <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN h - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 8:06 AM CST HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY SUPERMAN ALSO HAPPY BIRTHDAY LISA HAVE A GOOD GOOD DAY YOU GUYS KEEP SMILING AND LAUGHING MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 7:50 AM CST Hi Christopher, It is now about 12:00 am as I'm writing this, you are just minutes into your BIRTHDAY!!! Happy Birthday to Christopher. I just have to say that it has been amazing, and truly inspiring to watch you battle this thing that has so unmercifully waged its war on you. You have fought a great fight little man, none of us could have done better. But now, I think, you deserve some rest, and I know you'll find the peace you deserve in heaven. Stick around as long as you can little man, but when it gets too hard to hold on and it hurts too much, just let go. Don't be afraid, because you won't be alone up there. We love you Christopher, and will always be thinking of you, wherever you are. See you soon, Liza and Robert Liza Coburn Grinnell, IA USA - Wednesday, December 10, 2003 0:09 AM CST Dear Ones, It is said that laughter is the best medicine. So glad that Christopher is more comfortable and able to smile. I am still praying for a miracle and so is half of the town of Argyle. Talk to you tomorrow. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn marshall - Tuesday, December 9, 2003 4:05 PM CST To all of you, I loved hearing that Christopher is laughing and playing, I believe that that is a sign that the miracle we are all praying for is trying to work its way through, even in the smallest way. Mike & Lisa, you have amazing strength. You three continue to consume my daily prayers. Kellie, Sparky & Audrey <krklein@visi.com> Prior Lake, MN USA - Tuesday, December 9, 2003 10:07 AM CST Dear Christopher, We are so glad we got to see you over Thanksgiving. You are a special guy! Have a wonderful 1st Birthday ! And Lisa Happy 22nd Birthday! Christopher, Lisa & Mike, you are an inspiration to us all! Love from Christopher's Great Uncle Bruce and Great Aunt Terrie in New York. Bruce and Terrie Smith <purrmatix@aol.com> Northport, NY USA - Tuesday, December 9, 2003 9:35 AM CST Dear Christopher, Mike & Lisa, I feel that the laughter the other day was another small miracle and I'm still praying for another one. Now will pray that you and Christopher get to spend your birthdays together. Happy birthday to both of you. Thoughts and prayers, Bette Smith Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA - Tuesday, December 9, 2003 9:09 AM CST Hi Little Man, Lisa, and Mike So glad to hear that little man is playing and laughing and feeling good. Stay strong Superman!! You and mom and dad are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Chris, Rick, Heather, Kayla, and Emma <chenne38@aol.com> Buffalo, MN USA - Monday, December 8, 2003 9:54 PM CST Christopher, you are such a little cutie! We're thinking about you and praying for you every day! We're wishing you and your mom a very special Happy Birthday on your big day Wednesday! Our Love To You All, Ted and Kim Ted and Kim Howardlake, Mn Wright - Monday, December 8, 2003 9:39 PM CST Most children talk about what they want to be when they grow up. You already "are" what most people ever hope to be.... You taught us how important family ties can be, you've brought us all closer to our heavenly father and how to pray again, you've brought total strangers together, you make us laugh and you make us cry. I believe God has a plan for you Christopher and we must put our trust in his hands and never give up on the miracle of His healing power. Love you! Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN Hennepin - Monday, December 8, 2003 6:14 PM CST You are all in our Prayers. Phil & Mary Dunbar <pdunbar625@aol.com> Czmbridge, MN - Monday, December 8, 2003 6:05 PM CST My prayers and thoughts are with you! Patricia Picard <captainp64@msn.com> Blaine, mn - Monday, December 8, 2003 5:31 PM CST For Mike and Lisa. I don't want to sound overbearing, but I was never very eloquent when it came to emotional situations like this. My family went through something similar to this, and unfortunately, things didn't work out the way we wanted them to, as Mike knows. No matter what happens in this, it won't be easy. The most important thing to remember, and one of the most important things to cling to, is faith. No matter what you believe in, you need to have that faith. Hold on to each other, and hold onto that faith. I wish the best for both of you, and most of all, I wish the best for little Christopher. I haven't had the pleasure of meeting him. But he sounds like a very happy little soul, and I hope one day that I will have the honor of knowing him. Robyn Zawislak <romisza@yahoo.com> Brooklyn Center, MN Hennepin - Monday, December 8, 2003 4:14 PM CST GO SUPERMAN GO You keep fighting and we will keep praying You guys are amazing My thoughts and prayers are with you all Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Monday, December 8, 2003 3:55 PM CST Lisa, Mike, And Christopher Our prayers are for all of you AND MOST OF ALL, "THE MIRICAL" Long time friends of Christopher's Great GRAND Parents,Janet and Russel. Dorothy and Bud Falkenborg Carlsbad , Ca San Diego - Monday, December 8, 2003 2:46 PM CST Lisa & Mike, I'm sorry about Christopher. I know he's a special little guy. On the time that I saw him he was a happy baby. I know that I've been praying for him in my own special way. Well, I hope all goes well & hope to visit him soon. Take care & God bless Lisa, Mike & all the Smith family. Give Christopher hugs & kisses for me. Julie Hallingstad (Gretchen's friend) <jhallingstad@mn.rr.com> Minneapolis , MN USA - Monday, December 8, 2003 2:28 PM CST Lisa, Mike & Christopher - It has been so nice to see you this weekend. I cherish every time I get to travel home to see you, and esp. Christopher! There is not a whole lot that I can say to make you the pain go away, but I want you to know that I am always here for you. You know that no matter what happens that Christopher will be in the hands of some of the best parents, either down here on earth, or in heaven. It's hard to believe that it was only a year ago that Christopher was born to change the lives of many, and be such a happy addition to your family. I will never forget that beautiful smile of his, and his contagious laugh. I love you guys and I will continue to pray for a miracle. Love always, Anna Smith P.S. Lisa - Please let me know if there is anything that I can do, or if you need help with anything.....this time I will be here for you to "carry your iceskates." (LOL! Inside joke. Can explain later.) Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Monday, December 8, 2003 9:42 AM CST Dear Ones, We are praying for a miracle and for strength for you all. I have no words of comfort, but I hope that the knowledge that others are feeling your pain will help a little. I will keep you all in my prayers and may God send you an angel to guide him on his way. Love. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, MN - Monday, December 8, 2003 7:04 AM CST Lisa & Mike We are so sorry to hear that your journey has become so difficult. Christopher is such a special little man and we continue to pray for his miracle. Please know that I think of you often and am so glad we met, even under this weird circumstance. I'll include prayers for Christopher on our website. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Sunday, December 7, 2003 9:41 PM CST Dear Ones. I was glad that Chris and Heather could come to see you all. I hope they gave you a hug from me. Still praying. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn - Sunday, December 7, 2003 7:38 AM CST Dear Ones. We are praying for you to have strength to deal with this new information. Take care. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@hotmail.com> argyle, mn - Saturday, December 6, 2003 10:09 AM CST Dear Christopher, mom & dad, It's been awhile since I've sent a message but you've been in my thoughts and prayers continually. I know that miracles do happen and am praying for one for all of you. I share with friends at work and church with your struggles and am sure they are praying for you too. Bette (Smith) Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA USA - Saturday, December 6, 2003 7:05 AM CST Hi Little Man Have been thinking about you and your mom and dad alot and praying for you too. I hope you are feeling better soon. I am excited that you are having your BIG #1 BIRTHDAY real soon. Won't it be fun to celebrate yours and mommy's birthday all in the same day!! Feel better soon and keep fighting. Love, Chris <chenne38@aol.com> Buffalo, MN USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 7:48 PM CST My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I can't even imagine being in that position and look up to all of you for making it through this hard time. As christmas arrives remember that it is the time for miracles, so keep praying and believing. Rachel Borg <rsborg_99@yahoo.com> Mankato, mn united states - Friday, December 5, 2003 6:09 PM CST Love you Little Man.......I pray for a miracle...xoxoxo gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, December 5, 2003 12:12 AM CST Good Morning Everyone, I sure hope today is a good day. I pray every night and day it is a good day. Michael I feel the need to tell you especialy and everyone how proud your Dad and I are of the man you have become. Always remember when you look at Christopher in his crib or holding him in your arms how much love you feel for him. Its the same for every parent and you are our child in pain and hurting and our love is as strong for you, my son. Always know and remember that. We couldn't be more proud of the man you have become the love, the caring, we need to work on the sharing of your pain. Truthfully Mike your Dad and I couldn't have had a more beautiful person for a son. We need to think more about that trip to Monticello. I will never give up praying for that miracle our Little Man needs. Love you all Mom (grandma) Mom - Friday, December 5, 2003 10:22 AM CST Lisa and Mike, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Anna sent me the message and I am glad she did, prayer does work. My family and I will hold the three of you up in prayer, I ask God to send His angel of peace to flood your heart and to help carry the load you bear. God bless and know we are thinking of you. Karen L. Miller <klorenem@msn.com> Robbinsdale, - Friday, December 5, 2003 8:50 AM CST Your family and little Christopher are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. Get better little guy, people need you more than you know! Alyssa Vaubel- Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority <leila0602@hotmail.com> Mankato, MN USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 8:31 AM CST Hello, Christopher, Lisa, and Mike, Just received an update from Anna. (Anna has been our daughter, Katie's best friend since first grade!) I am so sorry you are having to go through this...all of you. Such a tough time. Know that I am praying for you and am requesting prayer from my Sunday School class and Bible Study class. We will pray for healing, peace, comfort and His perfect will to be done for all of you. Becky Ross Becky & Scott Ross (Katie Ross' parents) <sbross2000@charter.net> Conover, NC USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 8:11 AM CST I'm praying for you. Paige Sundborg <paige.sundborg@mnsu.edu> Mankato, MN - Friday, December 5, 2003 7:45 AM CST GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Hey guy you keep fighting and send those ucky cancer cells far far away. If anyone can do it you can ltttle man. Your mommy & daddy and all your family and their friends know you can do it. We pray for you and think about you everyday Keep up the fight it will be worth it and the world will be a better place when you can help us keep it that way Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, December 5, 2003 7:41 AM CST Hi Christopher, Mike and Lisa. I'm sorry to hear that you aren't doing better Christopher. I loved seeing you on Thanksgiving-it had been such a long time. You obviously missed your Uncle Robert, because you opened your eyes to see him. We will be home for a month soon, two weeks left!!! And we will come and see you often [and bring you your birthday present]. I am also really sick right now, again, and while I'm confined to my bed I will be thinking of you and your family. Lisa and Mike it was great to see you guys, and talk to you. You two have been so strong, I know that last year has been horribly hard to bear, having been there with you, but continue to hang on-be brave. I check the website every day hoping for some good news, I'm sure it will come. Let us know what we can do. And Lisa, I have to say that you are an amazing woman. Happy Birthday! See you soon. Liza and Robert Liza and Robert Grinnell, IA USA - Thursday, December 4, 2003 9:58 PM CST Hi! We never got to get to the hospital last weekend like we wanted to...Lee's mother became quite ill, she is still sick. We hope she will be better by this Sunday, we are giving her a "90th" birthday party at her Church in the afternoon. We continue to pray, pray and we think about the three of you so very often. I like the lastest picture you took of the little man, he sure is getting big and he has such a great smile. It is hard to believe Christopher will be one years old real, real soon! I often think of the saying...Life is Tough, but GOD IS GOOD. It is in God's hands. I hope that he starts to get a higher white count soon. People are not patient are they? We need to take a minute, a hour and day at a time...but that is easy for me to say, isn't it? GOD BLESS YOU ALL. Take care. All our love and prayers to you. Lee, Tricia and Jonathan Truwe <truwe@mnmicro.com> Maple Grove, Mn. Hennnepin - Thursday, December 4, 2003 8:45 PM CST I pray for his healing power! Jerome Frampton Clear Lake, IA USA - Thursday, December 4, 2003 3:18 PM CST Hey Little Man - I cannot wait to see you this weekend!!! I will be coming home from Chicago for a few days, and I look forward to see you, and how big you've gotten! (Or so I've heard!) I miss you soooo much, and I am thinking about you everyday. Are you looking forward to your 1st birthday? I hope so...... I remember last year when you put your mom on bed rest this exact week. She was so excited to have you, but did not think that you'd come on her big day as well? Oh well, it was meant to be. You two will always have that special day to share together. I am thinking of you and praying for you to get better soon! I love you. Love, Your "wanna be aunt" Anna Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Thursday, December 4, 2003 9:19 AM CST Hey superman!! Im looking forward to seeing you this weekend. After not being able to come for 3 weeks Im having withdrawl symptoms from not seeing you. I miss you and look forward to seeing your smile and hear you sing and laugh. Oh and baby misses you too!!! Love Krista Krista Carlson <kcarlson@corporate4.net> Plymouth, Mn USA - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 3:06 PM CST Hey guys, just wanted to say hi again. We're still praying and won't stop! Katie Viere & Eric Iacono <kmviere@csbsju.edu> - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 11:18 AM CST Love you Little Man......get better soon.......XOXOXOXO gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 8:34 AM CST Hey Little Man...I am thinking of you and your cute little smile. Keep smiling and laughing! :) I love you! Jackie Christensen <jackio711@yahoo.com> St. Louis Park, MN USA - Tuesday, December 2, 2003 4:07 PM CST WOW Christopher you sure are a cutie! I am keeping you and your family in my prayers and thoughts. May God Bless all of you with hope, faith, and strength. Melissa (Aunt Amy's friend) <djandmj2@comcast.net> Oakdale, MN USA - Monday, December 1, 2003 4:46 PM CST I am thinking of you every day little guy! You are looking so great - I definitely see your Aunt Amy in you! Take care Peters family and the rest of the family - you are in my prayers always. Megan Epsky (friend of Aunt Amy's) <megan.epsky@genmills.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Monday, December 1, 2003 1:47 PM CST Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will continue to pray for your speedy recovery! Ali Reese <alison.k.reese@healthpartners.com> Bloomington, MN 55431 - Monday, December 1, 2003 1:39 PM CST Lisa, Mike, and Christopher, Wanted you to know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and God Bless. Erica (P's friend from SCSU) <erachuy@isd622.org> Hugo, MN USA - Monday, December 1, 2003 1:11 PM CST Hey Little Guy! I know I haven't had a chance to come visit you (yet!) but had a cold and didn't want to pass it on :) P keeps me updated on your status. You and your parents are in my prayers everyday! Hang in there buddy! Kellie, Mark (Sparky) & Audrey Klein Kellie Klein <kellandsparks@hotmail.com> Prior Lake, MN USA - Monday, December 1, 2003 9:58 AM CST Lisa, Mike & christopher, I wanted to email you yesterday, but our computer was not working right, we could not ge in the enternet. Anyhow, we wanted to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving...I know it may be hard to find a "thankful" meaning to this holiday, but after reading your last journal, I would say that you are ver thankful for discovering the little man's tumor. It sure is a blessing to be thankful for, even though he needs to go through radiatin again, but it sound like it will be highly succesful. We and many other people will continue to pray for a successful treatment. I keep my mon, Lee's mom and Todd updated all the time. I am glad you have this website, what a great type of communicationa dnwe don't have to bug you or other family members all the time. We would like to come and see you all tomorrow or sunday, I will call to see if that is okay that he has company or youcould email us back. Maybe you have directions to a parking place or a easy way to get there. God Bless You and your family. our email address for our home is listed dwon below, rather than my work email. tricia, lee, and jonathan <truwe@mn.micro.com> maple grove, mn. hennepin - Friday, November 28, 2003 9:42 AM CST Hey little man! I know that you will get better!! I will never loose faith! I wanted to say.. HAPPY TURKEY DAY! HAPPY THANKGIVING! Have a awsome day! You are sooooo cute!!:) with love (your second wanna be aunt besides anna) Kristen Kristen Smith <kristenanna826@hotmail.com> Golden Valley, MN USA - Wednesday, November 26, 2003 9:55 PM CST I want to talk to you on the phone. Get better so I can. I am thankful for you. Maybe you can have some turkey tomorrow. Love you....gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, November 26, 2003 12:24 AM CST Miracles do happen, Christopher, I am waiting for you to be mine today and everyday.......love ya......see you tonight. gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN h - Wednesday, November 26, 2003 12:11 AM CST Good Morning Sweetheart, I can't stop thinking about you and wanted to send hugs and kisses for christopher. Love you Sweetheart grandma betty betty - Wednesday, November 26, 2003 11:45 AM CST Hi Guys, Wow, what a roller coaster ride. I love your attitude and approach to dealing with Christophers new situation. I know how unerving it can be when you feel something is wrong with your child, but don't know what it is. We continue to pray for all of you and hope your journey will have less bumps along the way. Laura & Mike Masica P.S. We love the picture with him on the phone. Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 10:46 PM CST How's our Super Hero today? Thanksgiving is just two days away and guess what I'm thankful for? I'm so thankful to know a Super Hero!!! Not everyone can say they know a Super Hero. Thank you Christopher for being my Hero. May God Bless you, your Mom and your Dad each and every day. Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN USA - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 5:02 PM CST Last night I went to church and the message was "There's always hope!" This helped me realize that along with faith and prayer it is what we need to survive this. So I hope for signs of improvement. Something that says Christopher is on the road to being well. My love and my prayers. Irene Vice <ivice@datalink.com> - Tuesday, November 25, 2003 10:17 AM CST I love you, and I am always thinking about you. I will come and visit you next time I am in town. Miss you much!!! Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Monday, November 24, 2003 11:19 PM CST Hi Lisa, Mike and Christopher. It's good to hear that you are all in good spirits. Just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We're all rooting for Christopher! Stay strong and always remember to smile! Happy Thanksgiving. Katie Viere and Eric Iacono <kmviere@csbsju.edu> - Monday, November 24, 2003 7:11 PM CST Happy Thanksgiving to Lisa, Mike and Christopher!! Sometimes it must seem like you don't have alot to be thankful for, but you must be thankful for every good day and every little baby smile. Please take care of yourselves and remember that lots of people are holding you all in their hearts. I trully believe in the power of prayer!! Theresa Oberuc <tj11758@aol.com> Excelsior, MN Usa - Sunday, November 23, 2003 11:18 PM CST I hope by now Christoper that you are again feeling better. I know how Lisa and Mike must be feeling, because I remember when my children were sick I felt just the same. My heart goes out to you all, just hang in there. We will prey for you all. Love you Great Grandma Smith Great Grandma Smith <rsmith759@a0l.com> Wayzata, MN - Saturday, November 22, 2003 11:12 AM CST HEY SUPERMAN Sorry to hear you aren't feeling very good but never fear sometimes we lose a few battles but you will win the war Keep your super powers working on those bad cells Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Friday, November 21, 2003 4:13 PM CST TODAY IS MY LUCKY DAY.....SO IT CAN BE YOUR'S TOO.....REMEMBER AS MY SONGS BEFORE SAID, "MIRACLE'S HAVE THEIR OWN SINCE OF TIMING", AND "YOU ARE SUPERMAN STRONG" I LOVE YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH.........SEE YA SUNDAY HAD A GREAT TIME CUDDLING AND BEING THROWN-UP ON LAST NIGHT........GRETCHEN Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, November 20, 2003 2:40 PM CST Love you little man..........................gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 3:24 PM CST Keep up the good work Christopher. You can beat this thing expecially with all the people who are praying for you. Take care and smile. Love you. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn marshall - Wednesday, November 19, 2003 8:35 AM CST Hi Little Man Just want you to know that I am thinking of you lots and am praying that you will feel better soon. It was good to read your last update and find out that this new treatment is making you feel better. Keep smiling and keep fighting Little Superman!!! Love, Chris Chris Henne <chenne38@aol.com> Buffalo, MN USA - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 10:28 PM CST Hey Christopher! And Lisa and Mike. Love you guys. Im glad to hear that things are getting better! They have to cause my little one is going to need Christopher to show how things work! Be happy and keep laughing! Krista Carlson <kcarlson@corporate4.net> Plymouth, MN - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 1:46 PM CST hi superman how is it going. keep it going. liza and i are going to come up and see you during thanksgiving break to see you. i haven't seen you in a long time as well as your mom. well i will talk to you later. love you lots Robert Smith <robert_smith_85@hotmail.com> Mankato, MN Blue Earth - Monday, November 17, 2003 11:32 PM CST WE are very happy to hear that his new chemo is working so well. Christoper you are getting so big I can hardly lift you. Get well come home soon. Great Grandma Smith PS. Love you, We will bew by to take pictures again. Gretchen corrected the date on the halloween picture. Great Grandpa Janet & Russell <rsmith750@aol.com> Wayzata, MN - Monday, November 17, 2003 5:52 PM CST YEA SUPERMAN KEEP IT GOING AND LET THOSE BAD CELLS KNOW YOU ARE DONE WITH THEM AND DON'T COME BACK EVER!!!!!!! Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Monday, November 17, 2003 4:04 PM CST I too would like to see that same "HAPPY" baby that we all love. I know things can only get better, but the wait is hard. I enjoyed staying with Christopher this weekend, I hope Mom & Dad had a great night away from the hospital. I know they got more sleep than I did. I enjoy the cuddling, yet the playful child is so much more fun. I would like to have seen Christopher in his Jeep and jumping on the bed this weekend. Maybe by the next time I get to spend the weekend, I will be able to get him to jump on the bed again. I hope that when little man is in his 30's he will still "love" his great aunt as much as he does now. xoxoxoxo gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, November 17, 2003 3:57 PM CST Lisa, I found your website on another patients guestbook. We met while at Children's Hospital. I have been thinking alot about you and praying for Christopher, but I didn't have any way of getting in touch with you. It sounds like it has been quite the journey for your family. We will continue to pray for you. I love the picture with Christopher and Tigger...it's so cute. Laura, Mike, Ian, Duncan and Logan Laura Masica (www.caringbridge.org/mn/duncanmasica) <lmasica@msn.com> Plymouth, - Saturday, November 15, 2003 1:57 PM CST It is time for all of us to take a pause in whatever we are doing and Pray for Christoper - Who is apparently very stong willed and determined to win over his battle. However, good strong believing prays will heal - if you truly believe. So all of you - Please take a pause in whatever you are doing and pray for Christopher and all others whom need God's assistance. Pray that Christoper's temperature returns to normal and that his Leukemia disappears and they he be completly healed of all problems. Note to Christopher's mom - You need to slow down so that you are always there for Christopher. "GOD BE WITH YOU EACH AND EVERY DAY OF EACH YEAR!!!" and I pray to God and His only Son Lord Jesus Christ for a complete healing - God, Christopher is an essential entity in Mike and Lisa's life. I ask all of this in Jesus name - Amen - Rev John Reverend John <Bashful_cats@yahoo.com> Wayzata, MN 55391 - Saturday, November 15, 2003 1:15 AM CST Hey Little Man, Just wanted to add a little note to your guestbook. From being a lump in mom's stomach to being the little (mostly) happy baby you've become has been amazing to see and read about. I put your picture up on my locker at work and everyone wants to hear about the cute baby. From all of mommy's high school girls we are thinking about you and want you to get better soon. JJ and the Wayzata Trojets Plymouth, MN USA - Thursday, November 13, 2003 3:02 PM CST hello superman and mom that doesn't stop working. EVER Just saying hi and you should put some more pictures up of superman so i can put them on my computer. Love you and miss all of you (Mike, Lisa, and of course Superman) Robert Smith <robert_smith_@hotmail.com> Mankato, MN Blue Earth - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 11:13 PM CST Hi Christopher! I hope to come up for a visit on Sunday and do a little playing...or whatever your up to doing. If you want me to just hold you and talk, we can do that too. Your Mommy and Daddy can take a break if they like, while we have some quality time together. I can't wait to see you again. Love you little buddy! Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN USA - Friday, November 7, 2003 9:47 AM CST Hi! to Christopher,mom and dad, I sure like the cute picture of the little man and Tigger. You are a cutie! I am coming down with a cold, unfortunately I would not want to give it to your family. One of these days, Lee and I will come down to see you all. I think and pray for the little man often and especially mom and dad, that they keep the strength and spirits up. You are at a great place to be, I know what wonders the U of M Hospital can do for folks. Lisa- please tell Rusty "Happy Birthday1" i wanted to send him a card, but I am not sure where he is. Tell him to call me sometime. There is hardly a day that goes by that I think of Judy and Philip, especially when I listen to Kool 108 and the good oldies of the 60's and 70's. Lisa, your mom would be proud of you, but she would also say "You gotta take care of yourself too and get enough sleep." You must have your mom's genes for being so strong and taking life's turns full speed ahead...hang in there. Love Ya...Tricia and Lee. Oh, Lee wants to know if you have your blankee with you at the hospital?! God Bless You all! Tricia Truwe <truwe@minnmicro.com> Maple Grove, Mn. Hennepin - Tuesday, November 4, 2003 6:39 PM CST Buddy............What a weekend we had. All I can say is I'm glad your Mom and Dad got a good nights sleep satuday. We sure didn't. I hope today is better day. The one great thing about the weekend is that we got to cuddle all the time. Love you and see you tonight. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, mn HENNEPIN - Monday, November 3, 2003 3:03 PM CST Dear Christopher, There are many people praying for you and your family because I have asked my friends and family to do so. I know that our prayers will be answered. We all pray that you will be feeling like yourself real soon. Merrily Henne <mhenne6@yahoo.com> Argyle, mn marshall - Monday, November 3, 2003 7:59 AM CST Christopher, Your great grandma and grandpa Smith sent me some cute pictures of you yesterday via e-mail. I cannot believe how cute you looked in that tigger outfit!!! I wish that I was there, and just think, next year you will be able to enjoy all of that candy that you'll get when your mom and dad take you "trick or treating." I remember going with your mom when we were younger, we'd fill those pillow cases to the brim! I know that you will take after her...... Anyway, I hope that you had a wonderful holiday, and always remember that I am thinking about you. :) Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, November 1, 2003 5:41 PM CST Happy Halloween to the superest hero of all! I'm sorry you had a tough week, but never...never...underestimate the power of love. We all love you so much and hold you close in our heart everyday. I love you superman. Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, mn usa - Friday, October 31, 2003 5:01 PM CST GOOD MORNING SWEETHEART, I sure hope your feeling better today! You know why because it's Halloween and I know someone who is going to be the most hansome tigger in town. You keep sending those super heros after those nasty cells and we will all keep praying day and night for there success because you are our superman. Love you so much it can't be measured. Kisses for Christopher LOVE YOU Grandma Betty Grandma Betty - Friday, October 31, 2003 8:42 AM CST Buddy....I had so much fun cuddling with you last night. I was touched when I noticed that you were "rubbing" my cheek with your hand and later my finger with your thumb. You have such a gentle touch. I am glad to hear that you are a happy baby today, since last night all you wanted was to be held. Mommy said you were having a good time sitting in your Jeep. I will see you tomorrow. Hugs and Kisses Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN h - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 3:46 PM CST Just wanted to let little man know he's got a great family to support him through this. May our hopes and prayers conjoin to yours. Sonya and Brady <sunship05@aol.com> Appleton, WI USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 5:46 PM CST GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your weekend? Hope everything is going ok for you and you got to have a little fun this weekend. How are mom and dad doing? I bet you are keeping them busy Have a good week and keep on trucking!!!!! Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Monday, October 27, 2003 9:25 AM CST I was just seeing the latest updates on you. I came to see you last week, but you were sleeping. I had a nice chat with your grandma. I was glad that you were getting some rest, to keep up your strength and when you are asleep, I know that your mind and body are at peace. I had not seen you in a long time and was so surprsed at how much you have grown. Someday, your Aunt Gretchen and I will be able to take you places. Keep on fighting! Theresa Oberuc <Tj11758@aol.com> Shorewood, Mn Usa - Sunday, October 26, 2003 10:05 PM CST GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Well it looks like the things are getting better just going slowly. Slowly but surely as long as everything keeps improving you can do it. Never doubt yourself and don't give up. I know your just a little person but I can't imagine you don't know how hard everyone is fighting for you You have a very loving and caring family and friends. You will amaze people as you grow and they can see all the things you will be able to do. Have a great day and give your Dad & Mom some extra hugs Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, m united states - Thursday, October 23, 2003 8:03 AM CDT I wish you guys all the best of luck. He may be little, but young and tough. Tony Landwehr WI USA - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 11:12 PM CDT YOU ARE MY RAINBOW ON A CLOUDY DAY. YOU MAKE MY LIFE WORTH LIVING. KEEP HANGING IN THERE. AS I WAS LISTENING TO A CD THIS MORNING CALLED "UNCONDITIONAL", ONE OF THE SONGS SAID THAT "MIRACLES HAVE THEIR OWN SENSE OF TIMING", AND I THOUGHT OF YOU LITTLE MAN. NOW IT THE TIME FOR YOUR MIRACLE. GOD ARE YOU LISTENING???????????? SEE YOU TONIGHT..........LOVE YA.......GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 4:27 PM CDT LITTLE MAN An angel brought to this earth Nothing but happiness from all at your birth You are a special little boy Such pleasure shown playing with your toys Some would not believe the strength within you But all who know you, know it to be true You are the sunshine in many eyes And your smile will live on forever and never die When I think of you Little Man I know the joy you have brought to this land Every morning and every night You brighten our lives with delight And that is what I thank you for Bringing us sincerity no folklores Knowing you are an angel brought to all Straight out of heaven you did fall So that we know the many meanings of life And know what is nothing but right The few tears you have given Are tears straight from heaven Left here to let us know You will be on this earth as we all grow old Hang in there Little Man We love you beyond love itself Life will only get better! Jean Hockel <liljean@garbagegame.com> Appleton, WI United States - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 1:51 AM CDT Hey Christopher I am so happy to hear you laughing away all the problems in this world. But if you could just laugh away this problem for ood we all would be so happy. Ryan sure does miss sleeping with you until mom and dad get home, and I miss you eating steak. Come home soon. We all miss you and the cute things you do so much. We love you, mom and dad. There isn't one day that goes by without us thinking and praying for the three of you. You all have made our lives so much more special. God Bless, and keep laughing. Ryan &Charlotte Morriss <greenbabi@hotmail.com> Crystal, MN Hennipen - Monday, October 20, 2003 11:53 PM CDT HELLO SUPERMAN Well here it is another week gone by and you are still fighting hard. You really enrich everyones life. What an amazing person you are at such a young age. You keep it up and show all those doctors and nurses and medical people what a supergalafragilisticexpalldous person you are Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Monday, October 20, 2003 1:44 PM CDT How can God provide this world with such a beautiful gift of a child, yet challenge us with this disease? Christopher did nothing to the world, neither did Lisa or Mike, to deserve this much pain. Christopher is what makes me continue from day to day. He inspires me to get up each morning and make me stay up too late each night. I can't imagine the thought of him ever leaving us. He was put on this earth to remind us of how fragile life is and how important family is. I sure wish Lisa's brothers would think about the importance of family, and resolve their issues. Yesterday was great fun with Christopher. He was a happy baby, enjoying jumping on the bed (Mom & Dad will thank me later), singing and just giggling with me. I am glad I have the time I do to spend with Little Man. I could spend all my waking hours with him and still not have enough of that unconditional love. I know now the thing that I missed by not having children myself. I guess my reason for being on earth is to love everyone else's children. Having none of my own, I have that much more to give to others. Oprah calls it the "disease to please", but I don't believe that you can ever give of yourself too much when a life so precious is in need. If everyone would give a little more of themselves each day, it would make this world a better place to live. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, October 20, 2003 10:36 AM CDT Good morning Christopher, Mom & Dad, I was so sorry to hear that the news is not real positive but will keep remembering all of you in my prayers. I know how scary all of this is as my husband had the same thing. Those leukemia cells are nasty!!! Was sure hoping for better news but keep the faith and so will I. Bette Smith Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA - Monday, October 20, 2003 9:00 AM CDT Hi Christopher, I have a secret for you but you can't tell your Mommy. I have another gift, but this time its for her. Lets just keep her in suspense for a while. I hope to see you real soon. Hugs and kisses to you, our little superman. Great Aunt Cathy Maple Grove, MN USA - Friday, October 17, 2003 12:15 AM CDT Hey Christopher! It was so nice to see you this weekend.....you are getting SO big! I don't get to see you as often as everyone else does, since I am 7 hours away, but your mom will have to keep me updated. Plus, I at least get to look at your pictures up at my apartment. :) You were kinda crabby this weekend, esp. when the physical therapist came in to work on rolling over. I think that you were just trying to get out of all of that work silly. I know that you would of rather just rocked in the rocking chair with me (since you were quiet then, and looked so comfy) but you know that it is suppose to be good for you. It seems to me you get so spoiled there in your room. I don't think that I have ever seen so many fun toys! But that's okay. Everyone just trys to spoil you because we care so much about you and we could only imagine how much you are going through. We just want to make sure that you know that you are loved, and there are a lot of people out there thinking about you. Hope you get better soon, and stop trying to break things (like your Heckman IV)!!! j/k We all know that you liked to play with it, but it is good for you, and it will help you get better. :) Cheer up lil' man.....I will be thinking about you here in Chi-town! Cannot wait to see you again! Love, "Your Wannabe Aunt" Anna Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 0:37 AM CDT I wish you well Christopher. and will say a prayer for you. We spent a few hours at Childrens with our premee born at 1# 5 oz now 6 years old. so there is hope. A friend of Russ and Janis Chuck Carlson Fridley, MN - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 10:01 PM CDT Hello Christopher. It was wonderful to see and hold you again on Friday. I also had a nice visit with your Mom and Dad and Grandma and Grandpa. I took a wonderful picture of you in your Grandpa's arms, he held you so long it was tough for him to get up from the chair when he finally let you go to bed. Thank you for letting me snuggle up with you too. Your just the cuddliest!! Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 4:04 PM CDT Hi Christopher, Sorry to hear that last weekend was a rough one. Hopefully, the week went better and that you're feeling better. It's unbelievable that you're going through so much. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bette Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 6:39 PM CDT Hello Christopher!! Hope the temperature is staying normal now and that you are feeling more comfortable. Hope the mouth is feeling better. Thanks for letting me cuddle with you last Sunday.. Elaine Franks - Friday, October 10, 2003 6:57 PM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Well I was just reading your page. Wow sounds like you been fighting a tough battle. Im sure the battles seem never ending but don't worry it will be worth it when you get better and can show everyone how strong Superman is and how he never gives up He just keeps fighting Your our little hero here at Hillyard and we think of you and your family everyday. I think you and your family are amazing. When life wants to kick our butts it sure is nice to know we have family and friends to pick us up and keep us strong. Christopher I thnk you are fantastic Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, October 10, 2003 7:35 AM CDT Hi Chistopher! I hear your feeling kinda poorly. I wish there was something I could do to make you feel better, but it looks like lots-o-people are working at keeping your days and nights comfortable and happy. I like to think of you as God's very own little garden and he's been cultivating you for better things to come. Love and miss you all. Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN USA - Wednesday, October 8, 2003 12:52 AM CDT Hi Sweetheart, Just came back from lunch and thought I'd say hi. How are you feeling today? You had kind of a rough weekend but looked much happier Sunday. You have a good day so you can play with all the new critters in your crib that Dad and Mom won for you. Kisses for Christopher!!! Love you all!!!! grandma Betty - Monday, October 6, 2003 1:43 PM CDT Hey Superman! I was just checking to see how you were doing. Your Aunt Gretchen spends sooo much time with you, that I never talk to her. But that is a good thing for you, because she loves you very much! Theresa Oberuc <tj11758@aol.com> Excelsior, MN 55331 - Friday, October 3, 2003 11:42 PM CDT HI SUPERMAN Sorry I haven't written for awhile. I was gone for a few days and when I got back I was very busy. How are you doing? O.K. I hope. Keep up the good fight and don't let those germs get ahold they don't need to be in your body send them to outer space never to return again Have a good weekend and I was so happy to hear how good the Duluth walk went for your dad & mom Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, October 3, 2003 3:26 PM CDT Buddy.........Jump, Jump, Jump.........Love Ya......see ya friday......gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, October 2, 2003 12:17 AM CDT Buddy.....I am looking forward to being with you again tonight. I will continue to teach you how to jump on the bed. I will also give you hugs and kisses. See ya in a few hours....................xoxoxoxo gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, October 1, 2003 10:22 AM CDT Buddy........I had a great time this weekend. (except for that 2am stuff and 6:30am wake up call) I also enjoyed talking to you this morning on the phone. To hear you "respond" was what I needed today. I will see you again tonight. Love ya.................gretchen Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, September 29, 2003 2:22 PM CDT Morning Buddy........I am glad you stayed up last night long enough for me to hear you sing "Beer for my Horses". I knew you missed the "Unleased" cd since your copy is still in mom's car so I made you a new one. I brought you the "pooh song" too, but you feel asleep before I could play it for you. We will listen to it this weekend. You tried to tease me by smiling (with your blanket in your mouth) then turning over and trying to fall asleep before I could pick you up. I think you were just mad at me for not having been up to see you since saturday. I am sorry, I will try to be up to see you every other day go foward. Don't tell you mom, but I will go upstairs to the resturant this weekend and get us some ice cream. I know you like it. Do you think they will have rasberry again? I will have to feed it to you with a spoon since it is not like a dilly bar and on a stick. If you needed to sleep when I had you, I am glad you woke up when Aunt Amy took you. She doesn't get to see you as often as me and Grandma, so I guess I need to share you when you are awake. I hope you got some time in Grandma Betty's lap too. See you tomorrow. I will be there after work until your Dad is done with the things he needs to do. Then I have to go home and pack for my weekend with you. Love ya..............xoxoxoxox gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Thursday, September 25, 2003 12:26 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Hey sounds like everything is going o.k. Just one day at a time is all you have to do Looks like its going to be a busy day today thats ok it keeps me busy and out of trouble you take care today and have a good day off STAY STRONG Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Thursday, September 25, 2003 7:16 AM CDT Hi Christopher, I can't wait to see you again. I hope you are enjoying that special teething toy I gave you. Now don't loose this one, ok. have a good night, and keep on laughing! Much love. Ariann Minneapolis, MN - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 6:19 PM CDT GOOD MORNING BUDDY..............I LOVE YOU XOXOXOX GS Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 11:26 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Whats Up Its a beautiful morning the sky looks amazing So how are you, Dad & Mom doing? Stay strong and keep healthy Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 7:48 AM CDT Hi Sweetie, Just leaving work and anxious to hear how your day went. Miss you and love ya. Grandma Betty betty - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 4:47 PM CDT Buddy.....I am soooooooo looking forward to this weekend. I need to be with you as much as you need me. You are the reason I can make it though the day. I miss you today. It has been over 36 hours since I last saw you. I am learning the rest of the words to House at Pooh Corner, so we can sing together about Christopher Robin & Pooh. I know how you like to hear your name in a song. The people at both of my works have donated money for your mom to walk this weekend. So many people I work with are touched by you, and the touble you have been going through. They pray for you and have added you to prayer chains. Since we can't go to Duluth, you and I can do own walk in your room. Better yet, let's sing adn dance. Love ya........yoooou are my sunshine............see ya Wednesday night. xoxoxoxo gs Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 2:45 PM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your night How do you like your new hospital Just remember if you don't like the nurses or doctors or if they make you mad don't forget you have teeth now not that I would recommend that you bite them just let them know you have them to keep them in line Just kidding Mom & Dad I'm sure Superman wouldn't listen to me Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Tuesday, September 23, 2003 8:27 AM CDT hey!!! I finally got to your website..Hurray!!!!! It was very interesting to read your journal and I especially enjoyed the pictures. The last ones i had was his baby birth picture, I believe. Little Christopher looks like you, Lisa, but especially like Charles, he is a cutey!!!! I will send a check off to you tomorrow for the walk in duluth. I hope the two of you will enjoy your time in the beautiful northern part of Minnesota, youmay even get to see some leaves that have changed color. It was great to talk to you Lisa. Please call me if you would like anything or just someone to talk to. would love to come and help watch over Christopher sometime in the hospital, if you need to take a break. We will keep you, Mike and little christopher in our prayers. May God give you the strength that you need every day and remember he has his ever-loving arms around you. God will take care of you. See Ya! Tricia, Lee and Jonathan Tricia Truwe <truweminnmicro.com> Maple Grove, MN. Hennepin - Monday, September 22, 2003 7:51 PM CDT HAPPY MONDAY SUPERMAN So you're off to the races again Hope your treatments go well sounds like you are in an exclusive club to try this new medicine Hope everything goes well Keep on fighting Superman remember you can leap the tallest buildings and you are faster than a speeding bullet take care Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Monday, September 22, 2003 3:25 PM CDT Hello Christopher! I have a little message for you, mommy and daddy. "If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it". May God bless you all. Great Aunt Cathy Maple Grove, MN - Monday, September 22, 2003 12:40 AM CDT Hi beautiful! I've been away to Florida on business/pleasure for a week and thought of you often. While on my trip, I spotted the perfect magnet for you and will see that you get it real soon. You have to see it to understand why I would buy you a magnet....just trust me. Love you! Great Aunt Cathy Maple Grove, MN - Friday, September 19, 2003 5:51 PM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN So how was your night? No all night parties last night were there? Or did you decide to party hardy again? Have a good weekend and keep fighting those germs. talk to you on monday Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, September 19, 2003 8:52 AM CDT It was great seeing you last night. I miss you already. I'm glad I got to see grandma betty and your dad too. We tried to wake you up, but since both your parents sleep like logs, I guess it is only fitting that you sleep that way too. Mom said you were up all day, so when I got there and you fell asleep....I guess it was because you were tired. We do need to work on the 2am stuff though. Mom and Dad need to be able to sleep. Love you...........see ya soon. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, September 18, 2003 10:57 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN So you kept Mom up last night huh Well I hope Mom had as much fun playing as you did Ususally 2 a.m. is a good time to be sleeping not playing Tell Mom to nap with you today and catch up on her sleep Good luck with the treatments when you start them talk to you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Thursday, September 18, 2003 10:25 AM CDT I wish you the BEST of luck! Anna Loizeaux <aloizeaux@hotmail.com> Baltimore, MD 21202 - Thursday, September 18, 2003 8:32 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Hows it going? I talked to Grandma Betty and she is going to check with your Dad & Mom about the Duluth walk It sounds like it could be fun for them. How was your night Hope you had pleasant dreams talk to you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, September 17, 2003 8:17 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your night? Hey I was just reading about the walk up in Duluth. I'll talk to Grandma Betty and see if she has any pledge forms I would love to help at least a little bit. Have a good day today talk to you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Tuesday, September 16, 2003 9:10 AM CDT Hi Little Man (little Christopher) It's big Chris here. Mommy called me tonight to tell me that you are at the U now. I just want you to know that we think of you often and hope you get better soon. Little Emma and Kayla are anxious to meet you. They see your picture on our refrigerator everyday. They think it is cool that you love Tigger too!! I'm going to try to come see you on Friday. I can't wait to see how much you've grown and to see those new little teeth. Keep fighting Superman !!! Love, Chris <chenne38@aol.com> Buffalo, MN USA - Monday, September 15, 2003 10:17 PM CDT Little Man..........I just signed your mom up to walk on the 27th of September at the Light the Night walk in Duluth. (The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She will have pledge forms for those interested, or you could contact me or Lisa at our e-mail addresses) I know this is a short notice, but I will gladly babysit you if she wants to go walk and take some time off from the hospital. I have already made arangements to be there. Love ya and see ya soon................ Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, September 15, 2003 3:49 PM CDT HAPPY MONDAY SUPERMAN Glad to hear you got to go home for the weekend. It was such beautiful weather too. Hope your new treatments go o.k. just hang in there Superman talk to you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Monday, September 15, 2003 2:36 PM CDT Good morning Buddy.......Sorry I didn't get to babysit Sat night. I am looking forward to seeing you again once you get back to the hospital. Love ya........... Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, September 15, 2003 7:38 AM CDT Little man born of majic, made of earth will live again Rusty - Saturday, September 13, 2003 4:51 PM CDT Little Christopher- I watched your mommy come through the cancer center with your grandma when she was pregnant with you and then i got to see you after you were born, i think it was only a couple days/week after you were born. Wow you were/are so cute, i held you for so long and talked to your mommy for a while. You have the strongest mommy on earth, what a lady! She came in this morning and gave me this website and told me all about you. I havent seen you in 3 months and that was about the time that you went in to the hospital as your mom tells me. I saw the adorable picture of you and tigger.... i have to tell you a secret- my brothers name is christopher and he is going on 24 years old, and he to LOVES tigger! You keep fighting!!!! And tell your mom to take care of herself. I will keep you in my prayers and check in on your website to see how everything is going with you. Take care- Jenelle/Methodist jenelle young <youngjm@parknicollet.com> plymouth, mn usa - Friday, September 12, 2003 11:31 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Well we finally got some rain last night. The trees and grass look very happy today. How are you doing after all those tests? Now that its cloudy out today you can be everyones little ray of sunshine. KEEP ON TRUCKING little superhero and show them all your amazing powers o.k.? Have a good weekend talk to you on Monday Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, September 12, 2003 7:43 AM CDT Sweetie, you are sooooooo lucky to have soooooo many people thinking about you. I believe every minute of every day you are in someones thoughts and prayers. You have exceptional parents and grandparents, aunts and great aunts, all with an over abundance of love and effection for you....our little munchkin. Great Aunt Cathy <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, MN - Thursday, September 11, 2003 5:59 PM CDT Love ya.........miss ya..........great to see you last night even if you slept through it. Better days are ahead. I can be no other way. The U will help you get rid of those nasty cells. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, September 11, 2003 3:04 PM CDT My Super Man, Today is my first day viewing your very own website. You would think I lived on Mars or somewhere else... Your picture makes me want to just hug you tight. I'm in awe of your courage and strength...You inspire me, its no wonder they call you superman. Cathy Harper <jharper157@aol.com> Maple Grove, Mn - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 3:25 PM CDT GOOD AFTERNOON SUPERMAN I got so busy this morning I didn't have time to write well I suppose you are at the doctor getting your tests done Hope everything is ok Keep up the good work of fighting those germs and keep on smiling Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 12:56 AM CDT Hi little man! You'll probably never know how lucky you are to have such terrific parents. I don't really know your Dad, although I have met him a couple of times. Your Mom, who I work with, has been a pillar of strength for everyone and talks with high praise about your Dad too. Even in the most stressful situations, your Mom has carried the load without complaint, always trying to see the positive side of things. She has a lot of support, which helps, but it's still all her when push comes to shove. All of us at work rellish the good news and feel it deeply when it's bad. The one thing you'll never want for is love. Your parents will see to that. Bob Melko <bobmelko@juno.com> Watertown, Mn USA - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 12:53 AM CDT Good luck this morning.....It was great to talk to you last night. Hope to see you tonight at Children's? Love ya Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 8:40 AM CDT Morning Buddy.....I guess I need to watch my fingers now too. Maybe you should always chew on your "Oreo" cookie. Too bad it doesn't taste like one. I can hardly wait to see you again. I hope all goes well tomorrow and you get to go back to Children's. (You need to be at Children's because I still have parking passes. I don't know where to park at the U, plus the nurses are so nice at Children's and they adore you so much. {Cause your soooooo cute.}) I believe that you will prove to everyone that you are better. God and your grandparents are watching over you and will make sure you grow up to be as much trouble for your parents are they were to theirs. (probably nothing will be as much of a challenge as this, but you can put them to the test once and a while) I am still waiting to go through the sprinkler next summer. I also would like to go to a Toby Keith concert with you when you are a little older. Maybe we can sing together while we are there. Love ya............see ya soon.............gretchen Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BEMIDJI, MN HENNEPIN - Tuesday, September 9, 2003 12:32 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Wow 3 teeth huh? Thats great I guess Mom won't sticking her finger in your mouth again. Hope everything goes good with your doctor appointments. Maybe if the doctors don't find some really good news for you you should tell them to check in your mouth and then give them a good bite just kidding Christopher I don't think your mom & dad would think its a good idea to bite the doctor Have a great day Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Tuesday, September 9, 2003 9:41 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your weekend? Sounds like you had fun with everyone at Grandma & Grandpas. Your Aunt Gretchen likes to sing to you huh what a lucky little man You have a fun day today and eat lots of rice cereal and bananas o.k.? Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Monday, September 8, 2003 7:52 AM CDT Morning Buddy.............It was great to see you last night. I am glad your Mom called me to come by Grandma & Grandpa Peters. I missed you the couple of days I did not get to hold you. Your Mom told me that you are confusing the doctors. Maybe your counts are not at 28%, maybe only 1%. I hope when you go for your bone marrow test on Wednesday at the U of M hospital, that they tell you it is only at 1%. I keep telling Grandma and Grandpa Smith that you can not come and see them until you are really, really old. Like about 100 or so. I tell them that they have each other and the we all need you here. Like your bear says "The angels watch me through the night...." That is their job. Those of us on earth will do the rest. You are the best thing to happen to my family in many years. We need you to get better so we can sing & dance together. You were so cute last night when you keep tapping my mouth until I sang for you. I may not sing as good as Toby Keith, but you still like it when I sing the refrain to "Beer for my Horses". You even tried to sing without me, but I figured out eventually what you wanted. When I was a young adult, I thought I would like to take up singing as a job. I have stage freight so I never did. Maybe god ment me to have the voice that I do so I can sing to an audience of one. I know now that I was put on this earth to be with children. To love them, take care of them and watch them grow. I was never blessed with children of my own, but I live that missed life through other peoples children. I did that with your Mom, her brothers and cousins. Now it is time for me to do the same for you. I love you and will see you again soon........... Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Saturday, September 6, 2003 2:00 PM CDT HI SUPERMAN You have a good weekend and don't worry about what those doctors have to say We know who has your back Have fun this weekend and I was glad to hear that the feeding tube wasn't going to be in the way Be Brave Mom & Dad everyones thoughts and prayers are with you Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, September 5, 2003 3:35 PM CDT Love ya Buddy...........Miss you...........See ya soon........gretchen Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Friday, September 5, 2003 10:14 AM CDT I would like to say thank you for all that have posted on here as well as the time you have spent with my son. We appreciate the support and prayers that you all give to Christopher, Lisa and myself. I just thought I would let you all know of this. Dad Childrens Hospital, MN - Thursday, September 4, 2003 10:39 AM CDT Love ya Little Man......This is not the news that we all wanted to hear. Things can only get better. Keep up the great work you have done so far. We are all rooting for you. God will take care of you and your family....He know you will be running through the sprinkler next summer with me, going to the zoo and singing with me & Toby Keith. I will pray harder for your recovery. Let me know when you get back to the hospital and I will come and see you. I miss you soooooooooooooo much. I need my cuddle time. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, September 4, 2003 10:00 AM CDT All I have to say everyday is I LOVE YOU...............You have changed my life so much and made me relook at what is most important. Nothing in the world is as important as my family and friends. This last year has shown me that I need to take time to "stop and smell the roses". Life is precious and so are you. I missed you last night and will miss you when you are at grandma & grandpa's house. But.....I will see you soon. I love you................. Great Aunt Gretchen <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Wednesday, September 3, 2003 3:39 PM CDT Hope you get well soon!!! Love Bruce and Terrie Bruce And Terrie Smith <Orchidman10@AOL,com> Northport, NY USA - Wednesday, September 3, 2003 9:53 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Well sounds like after a few tests you are a free baby yippee Hope everything goes o.k. I bet you and all your family can't wait Go Superman Go Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, September 3, 2003 7:35 AM CDT Can't wait to know you are no longer in the hospital, at least for a while you can enjoy some fresh air and sunshine and a ride in Mom's Jeep. Glad I could see you last Sunday, I enjoyed the cuddle time. Think only happy thoughts. You are getting better, Hurrah!!!!! "Nana D" Elaine Franks <esf7@juno.com> Crystal, Mn - Tuesday, September 2, 2003 2:38 PM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Yea sounds like you are doing real good with your treatments Go Superman Go Hope you have a good weekend Get lots of hugs and kisses from your wonderful family Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, August 29, 2003 7:39 AM CDT Hi Christopher, It sure was good to go on to the web site and see that you have only one chemo treatment left. It's an answer to prayers from a lot of people. You're sure a cute little guy. Bette (Smith) Gaudinier Bette (Smith) Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA USA - Thursday, August 28, 2003 8:56 PM CDT Buddy....lets tell Great Grandpa next year you can help with the weeds. Maybe even Great Grandma can tell you which ones to pull.....oh yeah, she pulls the wrong ones. That's okay because if you both pull the wrong, Great Grandpa can blame the deers. After you are done weeding can we go running through the Blue's Clues sprinkler I have for you, then jump into the whale poolI have also. I will do that with you only if you don't laugh at your great aunt in a bathing suit. I didn't look good in one when I was young and it gets worse as you get older. I hear Grandma Betty said she would run with us. We'll have to ask her next year to see if she still will. Maybe you can just go swimming in the big pool with her. It has been a ruff day for me so I am looking for lots of cuddling tonight. Remember you help me back to this earth to enjoy to good things (like you) Love ya and see you in a few minutes.......gretchen Great Aunt Gretchen - Thursday, August 28, 2003 6:36 PM CDT Glad to see your latest report from the Doctors. Does that mean that you will shortly be able to come home and come over and help Great Grampa weed, they are getting ahead of him. When you come to our house be sure to bring your smiles and sing to us. We both love you and can't wait until you will be home with us. Great Grandma & Great Grandpa Smith <RSmith750@AOL.com> Wayzata, Mn - Thursday, August 28, 2003 5:00 PM CDT Good morning Buddy......I am so happy to hear that you only have one more treatment left. You will not have to celebrate your 1st Birthday in the hospital. Talk to your dad about finding a night we can have after you get home. I will need to see you at least once a week in order to keep myself from going crazy with stress. You are the only person who can make me forget all the things I think went wrong with my day. I need to spend time with you just as much as you need to be with me. You keep me in line as to what is most important in this life of mine.....You, the rest of my family and my friends. I was at the fair yesterday and I got a couple of things for you. I also got something for mom & dad. I will try to get them up there by monday. I am too old to be at the fair for 15 hours. I am glad I got to sit the last few hours at the concert. (I am also too old to be dancing in the aisles, but I did try). The crowd at the concert was funny since they were mostly grandma and grandpa type ages. I listened to these groups when I was in college. (about the same age as your mom & dad) Lots of the people in the crowd were older then I was. I saw a lot of gray hair. People with out grey was missing or could have been colored. (yes mine included) I would like to have taken your grandma and grandpa smith. They would have liked it. I though about them last night and was sad. I miss them. I would like to have them here now when you need them so. I know they are watching over you from heaven and they are helping in their own way to get you better. Love ya and see you later. Great Aunt Gretchen - Thursday, August 28, 2003 1:10 PM CDT Good Morning Christopher, I heard some of the good news about yesterdays meeting with the doctors and nurses. I'll see you tonight and we can have a long chat about what they had to say. Kisses and hugs for Christopher. Love you all Grandma Betty Grandma Betty - Thursday, August 28, 2003 8:24 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN KEEP ON TRUCKING!!! Someday you can ask Grandma Betty about that old saying. Have a good day Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Thursday, August 28, 2003 7:57 AM CDT Just thinking of you, and watching you grow. I love your photo that your mommy posted. Since I don't get to see you as much as I'd like, I get to look at photos of you on my dresser. I cannot wait to see you next. I sent you a present this week, and while I was at the Shed Aquarium, in downtown Chicago, I bought you something else that I will send soon. It's a fun toy that you can play with in the bath. (Since I know that is one of your FAVORITE past-times!) Hope all is well. Love you. Anna Smith <anners176@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 9:24 PM CDT Good day Superman, hope all is going well with you today and that you are pain free. Keep up the smiles, am awaiting a chance to get you giggling again. Give Mom a good kiss. "Nana D' Elaine Franks <esf7@juno.com> Crystal, Mn USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 11:14 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Hows it going? Looks like its going to start cooling off now. How is it going with your germ fighting? Some days will probably be harder than other days but you just keep fighting o.k.? Have a good day today Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 9:15 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your night? Hope you are getting stronger every day and that you are getting all the rest you need. How are your Mommy & Daddy doing? It was foggy on the way to work again. I like the fog it makes everything look so peaceful. What a nice way to start the day. You take care and eat real good today o.k.? Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Tuesday, August 26, 2003 7:41 AM CDT Hi Christopher and Family, I'm keeping up with your progress almost everyday when I walk with your Greatgrandma,Janet. I'm praying that you will improve every day and am sure that with all the TLC that you are receiving it will be soon. Love, Lois Muyres Lois Muyres Wayzata, MN USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 2:15 PM CDT Hey there big guy!!! I hope that your feeling better. Your a fun little guy with lots of people around you that care about you! I hope all is well and that you get better soon!! Take care superman and don't let the kryptonite beat ya!! Jeff Mosca <jeffrey.s.mosca@citigroup.com> Eden Prairie, mn usa - Monday, August 25, 2003 10:16 AM CDT I had a great time with you on Saturday. I love how we could cuddle all day. I liked how you held my thumb last night and hugged my arm with your other hand. I have a new blanket to bring you. You are the best kid in the whole world.......... I love you soooooooooooo much........see you tonight. Love Great Aunt Gretchen GRETCHEN SMITH <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Monday, August 25, 2003 9:51 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your weekend? I went to the fair this weekend and you should have seen the big pig i saw. It weighed 1050 lbs.and had big teeth He wasnt as cute as the mommy pig and her babies. We ate alot of stuff and had lots of fun. Maybe next year you will go the fair and be able to see that huge pig too. Have a good day talk with you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Monday, August 25, 2003 9:08 AM CDT We wish the best for Kristopher and are waiting to see him well. Jackie & Jim Mickelson Foreston, MN - Sunday, August 24, 2003 6:21 PM CDT Hi Christopher - Just a friend of your Aunt Gretchen. Hope to see you home real soon. Susan Simmons <Srugyarn@aol.com> Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 3:33 PM CDT Good afternoon, Christopher. I am a cousin of your great grandpa Russell. I try to keep up on your progress with your Aunt Ruth & Uncle John in Milaca. Glad to hear that you're going well. You and your parents are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Bette (Smith)Gaudinier Benicia, CA Bette (Smith) Gaudinier <egaudinier4@aol.com> Benicia, CA USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 3:19 PM CDT Hey Superman!! I hope you get well soon there are so many people that love you and are here for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Andrea Staples <ahstaples@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 11:36 AM CDT Hi! Superman, I work with your Grandma Betty, I hope that this day finds you getting stronger now, Your Grandma talks of you everyday and keeps us informed so we feel we know you almost as well. We pray and cheer for you each day. Your a special child and have a lot to share with the world one day. It's a beautiful day today, so you keep fighting and you'll be out playing soon. Talk at you later gator. Jill Baker <jbaker@hillyard.com> Blaine, MN USA - Friday, August 22, 2003 10:48 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN It was nice to hear you were eating some real food and not from a tube. Keep it up and you'll be eating steak soon. Hope your night was good and hope your weekend is too. I wave at you every night because I drive right by your hospital after visiting my mommy in the hospital. She had to have a hip replaced. talk to you more on Monday. Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Friday, August 22, 2003 9:49 AM CDT Dear Christopher, Even though we are far away in New York, we are thinking about you, and love you. Get better soon. Hugs and kisses. Uncle Bruce and Aunt Terrie Bruce and Terrie Smith <purrmatix@aol.com> Northport, NY USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 10:28 PM CDT Hey Christopher, This is a great page you've got going! You are just so cute! I miss you, and your family soooo much. Being here in Chicago just is not the same when I cannot be close to you guys. I hope that you get better soon, and when I am back in MN, I will definately come and visit! I love you. Your "wannabe" Aunt Anna <anners176@hotmail.com, (or) annas@smithe.com> Chicago, IL USA - Thursday, August 21, 2003 6:57 PM CDT Hey little man, you hang tough and get better soon because everyone loves you and wants to see you finally get out of there. I'm looking forward to taking you places like the zoo with great aunt Gretchen. Theresa Oberuc <Tj11758@aol.com> Excelsior, Mn 55331 - Thursday, August 21, 2003 12:07 AM CDT LOVE YA BUDDY.....I HOPE WE CAN SING TO TOBY KEITH AGAIN TONIGHT. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU FOR EATING BANANAS & CEREAL LAST NIGHT. YOU ARE SO SPECIAL AND SO LOVED BY ALL. YOU ARE WHAT MAKES LIFE WORTH LIVING. YOU HELP ME TO FORGET ALL THAT IS WRONG WITH THIS WORLD. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU EVERYTIME. GET BETTER, AND SEE YA TONIGHT..........LOVE GREAT AUNT GRETCHEN GRETCHEN SMITH <SERENITYCREEK@ MSN.COM> BROOKLYN CENTER, MN HENNEPIN - Thursday, August 21, 2003 8:10 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Well we finally got some rain that we needed. The trees and grass look very happy. How is it going with you and your family? Have you named your germ fighting pig yet? I bet he would like to be a super hero too. Let me know if you come up with a good name. Hope you have a good day. Talk to you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Wednesday, August 20, 2003 7:29 AM CDT Good Morning My Family, You have a very nice day and we will see you later. Love Grandma Betty grandma betty - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 9:01 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your night? I wrote to you yesterday but forgot to click the right button. I guess I'll never get this computer stuff right all the time. Hope you had a nice weekend and that your day goes well. Sometimes even Super Heroes need a little help from their friends. Del said to say Hi also. Grandma Betty & I work with him. Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn united states - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 7:55 AM CDT Morning Super Man, I hope you had a good night. Grandma and Gretchen had a very nice evening with you last night. I asked the nurse how you were doing and she told me you were pretty much on schedule with your treatments and you were handling them like a true Super Hero. Dad, Mom and christopher have a good day. See you later. Love Grandma Betty betty - Monday, August 18, 2003 8:39 AM CDT Hey Little Man!! How are you doing?? Good I hope! I will come see you when I get back from Baltimore. Feel better and smile! Jackie Christensen <jackio711@yahoo.com> St. Louis Park, MN USA - Saturday, August 16, 2003 8:17 PM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN So whats up for today? I was just thinking today would be a good day to just stay on a beach or laying in a hammock but work is where i go. Hope your day goes good for you. I bet you will grow to be an amazing young man. Take care and have pleasant thoughts today. Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn anoka - Thursday, August 14, 2003 7:30 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN How was your night. It is a beautiful morning today On my way to work it was all foggy with a big bright sun starting to rise I enjoy the mornings better before it gets all hot and humid. You have a good day today and give your germ fighting pig a hug. Did you come up with a good name for him/her? I sure he/she would like a super hero name like you and your Mom & Dad. Let me know o.k. Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn anoka - Wednesday, August 13, 2003 7:34 AM CDT good morning superman, hope your diaper rash is doing better what a bummer huh!!! things will get better!!! stay strong!!! you have alot of people who truely care about you and your family!!! lots of hugs penny ramey i work with your grandma betty. penny ramey - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 9:36 AM CDT Good morning Super Man you have a good day. Grandma Betty will see you tonight. Kisses for Christopher. Mom you get some rest. Love you all!!! Grandma Betty - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 8:32 AM CDT GOOD MORNING SUPERMAN Hope you had a good night. Sorry to hear about your diaper rash ugh! Sore bottoms are no fun. I work with Grandma at Hillyard and she talks about you all the time. You keep fighting those bad germs and take care of Mommy & Daddy talk to you later Laura Blake <lblake@hillyard.com> columbia heights, mn anoka - Tuesday, August 12, 2003 7:44 AM CDT Hi Christopher, This is Ariann. Even though I can't see you because I am in Baltimore, I want to wish you well and get better soon. Hopefully I will have a chance to see you when I get back because I am leaving town again the next day. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ariann Ariann Russ <Russa@augsburg.edu> Minneapolis (in Baltimore at the moment), MN USA - Sunday, August 10, 2003 8:35 PM CDT Hello, this is dad being a dork at work. Get better! Dad - Friday, August 8, 2003 5:51 PM CDT |
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