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Hi guys...
What a great web page... He is a beautiful boy!! It was good to hear from you Sam... it has been too long.. I hope we can set up a time to see the THREE of you this summer!!
Love, Ron, Anna, Connor and Luke
Ron and Anna Amrhein <ronsabre@yahoo.com>
Wellsville, New York USA - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 7:23 PM CDT
you are truely a gift from God to your mommy and daddy....I feel so blessed that I was able to pray for you even before you were born to become part of this great family....I will always pray for your health/safety as you grow up and hope you know all these prayers are for you.....with love
javene mccabe <javenehm@aol.com>
amherst, ny usa - Monday, June 2, 2003 10:59 AM CDT
¡Felicitaciones a ustedes tres! A ustedes, Sam y Barb, por tener un hijo TAN precioso como Samuel y a Samuel Javier por tener la bendición de tenerles a ustedes como padres. Estamos TAN pero TAN emocionados por ustedes y damos gracias a Dios por su fidelidad en contestar nuestras oraciones con la llegada de su hijo. ¡Nos veremos muy pronto en Buffalo!
Con mucho cariño y mucho amor,
Stuart, Tricia y Melissa Pérez <tricia_perez@hotmail.com>
Seattle , WA USA - Wednesday, May 28, 2003 6:35 PM CDT
Dear Mr. Antonio,
Your son is cute. I am so glad you brought him in today. I hope you had a good time. Sam is so lucky to have you as a father, you a great teacher. I missed you!!
Sarah Potter <purplegypsykat@aol.com>
Lockport, N.Y. U.S.A - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 7:21 PM CDT
¡Buenos Días, Sam, Barb y Sammy!
Bienvenidos a los Estados Unidos. ¿Cómo les fue el vuelo? Me imagino que Uds. están super felices haber llegado sanos y seguros. Hemos gozado mucho leer sus entradas y anticipamos mucho verlos de nuevo. Estamos en contacto, amigos. Les deseamos todo lo mejor en su nueva vida, Sammy y sus padres, aquí en los E. U.. Miles bendiciones- La Familia Pomonis
Jim, Shelly, Brianna y Benjamin <Shellypomonis@aol.com>
E. Windsor, NJ USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 9:24 AM CDT
Hello, Comedian Sam, Barb and little Samuel. We can't tell you how much we miss all of you already! It was such a pleasure spending time with all of you and we will always cherish our memories with you here in Colombia. We look forward to seeing you all again this summer and again, thank you for everything and we hope your flight shuffle back to Buffalo went smoothly. Take Care, love the Steinkirchner's. p.s. Barb, I'm on page 19 of the book you weren't able to finish. Give little Samuel a big hug for us.
The Steinkirchner's
- Thursday, May 22, 2003 7:53 PM CDT
Dearest Barb, Sam, and Sammy: The house is too quiet, we are missing you three already, and we hope that you are off to a good new start, and a smoothe and uneventful flight home to the arms of your friends and family. Thank you for permitting us to share in this very special moment, and congratulations to you for searching out only the best that Colombia had to show you. It is obvious from our farewell last night that you are leaving a little piece of your heart here with us. Not to continue the "mush", just wanted to welcome you home, (and tell you that Barb's roses are in full "droop" today. Big cyberspace hug to you three. Rafael and Betty Castillo
Betty Castillo <castillo@cable.net.co>
Bogota, Colombia - Thursday, May 22, 2003 2:46 PM CDT
Sam, Barb & Sammy,
Enjoy your last few days in Colombia. It has been such fun living you experiences with you through your journal. Sam you should be a writer.
Tell Betty she looked beautiful at the Mothers Brunch, as did Barb. Betty is a jewel and she is forever in our hearts once we all return home. Give her & Annette a special hug from the Anderson's.
Glad to see you will make it home for Arbour Day. It just would not have been the same without its biggest supported.
We are all looking forward to seeing our newest member of the WNY FANA Group. We will be there on Thursday.
Love, Dave, Shari & Justin
- Monday, May 19, 2003 1:25 PM CDT
Dear Sam, Barb, and Sammy,
Congratulations on signing the sentencia and finishing up the other needed appointments for your adoption of Sammy to be official. Isn't it a wonderful feeling??!!
Have a safe flight back and we can't wait to meet one of the newest members of the FANA family. Sammy, you are just adorable!!!! Take care and God bless.
Kathy, Jim, and Kayla Knight
Olean, NY USA - Monday, May 19, 2003 6:21 AM CDT
Dear Barb, Sam, and Samuel,
Congratulations! He is such a precious baby boy! I know that you will be wonderful, loving, and caring parents for Samuel.
Have a safe trip home. We are so proud to welcome Samuel into the family. Take Care. Best wishes!
Love,
Melissa & Peter
Melissa Bower <melissagalpt@yahoo.com>
Houston, TX United States - Sunday, May 18, 2003 1:35 PM CDT
Sam, Barb and Sammy:
Congratulations on Sentencia!!! We have enjoyed viewing Colombia through your eyes. Thank you for sharing all of your experiences with us. Enjoy these last few days. Please give Betty and our daughter Olivia's "Amigas" at Betty's Place a huge hug for us. We'll see you all next week!
Carolyn Van Schaik, Rob, Olivia and Lorena Zucco <carolyn.vanschaik@verizon.net>
Niagara FAlls, NY USA - Thursday, May 15, 2003 10:42 PM CDT
Sam, Barb & Sammy: So glad to hear you're coming home !!! We can't wait to meet that beautiful little angel. Thank you for keeping us up to date with all your adventures. It bring back so many of our own wonderful memories. Enjoy your last few days in Colombia. See you very soon.
Jeff, Deb and Nicolas Gelyon
Jeff, Deb and Nicolas Gelyon <thegelyons@bluefrog.biz>
Blasdell, NY USA - Thursday, May 15, 2003 10:36 AM CDT
Dear Mr & Mrs Super-Techno,
So glad to hear that you have signed and that you are preparing to come home. We laughed all the way through your latest entry. I guess you need to live with the Antonio's for a while to fully appreciate that very, very warped Sam Antonio humor!
By the way, you cannot fool us - there is no way you are becoming techno-savvy. We know you better than that! We would put money on the fact that it was little Sammy (our future son-in-law according to Barb) who set up the slide show! We don't care how much time you spend in Colombia.....we've seen techno-challenged people before, but you guys.....well let's just say that it would take longer than 4 weeks in Colombia for the two of you to get up to speed!
And by the way, the one question they did ask us in Toronto when they found out we were coming from Colombia, was if we knew the Antonio's? We were really taken aback, until they showed us this poster on the wall and it was a picture of Sam in a pink tutu! We said we didn't know you and they let us go. Sam, we're not sure what that was about, and we don't care! What you do on your own time is your business!
On a serious note, we very much enjoyed our time together with you and getting to know you. You are super, super people and we mean that from the bottom of our hearts. Hopefully all your remaining paperwork will go smoothly. Enjoy the very few days you have left in Colombia and may God guide the three of you home safely. We will give you a call late next week so that we can catch up a little.
God bless,
Mario, Josie, Christian and Michaela
Mario & Josie Gualtieri <mjcgualtieri@cogeco.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Thursday, May 15, 2003 8:28 AM CDT
Dear Barb and Sam,
Just a quick note off to you to congratulate you on your new son. He is beautiful. I'm enjoying reading about your experiences and seeing the pictures. I am so happy for the both of you. I can't wait to see Samuel when you bring him to school. We miss you and look forward to your return.
Caren Dubay <cdubay@pion.wnyric.org>
Yorkshire, NY Cattaraugus - Thursday, May 15, 2003 5:25 AM CDT
Barb, Sam and Sammy,
We are SO HAPPY that you guys signed and are coming home. We have loved reading your journal entries every night. Sam you should quit teaching and become a full time comedian!!! Enjoy your last couple of days there as reality sets in real quick when you get home-you have to make your own coffee!!! We will be waiting for your arrival at the airport on Tuesday. Shawn is looking so forward to meeting his new playmate Sammy. Have a VERY safe trip and we will continue to keep you in our prayers. We miss you guys!! Love,
Shawn, Denise and Shawn Blair <Denise0420@yahoo.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Wednesday, May 14, 2003 9:40 PM CDT
Hey
congrats to ur new son im happy You are blessed to have a son and cant wait til u bring him to school(you are bringin him right) well if u be back to school before the finals or whatever. but again congrats on the new arrival to you ... ahhh another antonio lol just kidding Mr.A dont be to hard on the kid after all he is stuck wit u for life!!! :) im just pullin your leg i gotta run i about to go home keep up the updates and pics u need more pics !!!!
Shawnta Jenkins (period 2 spanish) <baddesttay@adelphia.net>
lockport, ny usa - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 1:06 PM CDT
Dear Sam & Barb - Hi guys! Happy 1st Mother's Day! I just caught up on several days of entries from you guys. I was laughing out loud & had to read some to Ron. I do hope Sammy inherites your wacky sense of humor. Little Anna K. was presented by Karl in church today. It's the first time I saw her. What a cutie pie. Loved the new pictures of Sammy & can't wait to meet him! You're in our prayers. Love Deb & family
Deb Heider <Twokids1fish@msn.com>
Bflo, NY USA - Sunday, May 11, 2003 4:47 PM CDT
Congratulations! Samuel is so cute! As Oprah Windfrey said, "There is no job more important than being a parent." I hope that you can bring him into class to show us. Happy Mother's Day.
Astrid Campagna
- Sunday, May 11, 2003 2:50 PM CDT
Sam, Sam, Sam,
So you broke down and went to Norberto's! Did you get a coffee, empanda, lemonade?! Did Norberto give you the complementary fingers through your hair before you left? What will your students say when they find out about this?
Just because I'm back in Canada doesn't mean that I can't tease you just the same!
Isss my playzure!
Take care,
Mario
Mario and Josie Gualtieri <mjcgualtieri@cogeco.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Sunday, May 11, 2003 2:20 PM CDT
Dear Barb and Sam,
CONGRATULATIONS on your new baby son, Sammy. He is so cute and we have enjoyed seeing the photos on the website! We continue to pray that all the details go smoothly! When are you going to teach him the Camp Connri Ford song, Barb?!? May God bless you all richly as you enjoy your time together as a family! Much love from Graham, Charie, Ali and Lisa
Graham and Charie Whiting <graham.whiting@lineone.net>
Worthing, West Sussex, England - Saturday, May 10, 2003 3:49 AM CDT
Congratulations!
Praise the Lord for answered prayer. Sammy is so adorable. May the Lord continue to richly bless you and your new family.
Janet Santarelli <jts5093@msn.com>
Williamsville, NY USA - Friday, May 9, 2003 5:50 PM CDT
Hi, Mrs.Antonio
We hope you come back soon. We miss you soooooo much. Your NEW baby is so cute. Don't worry Miss.Baily is doing a good job. I can't wait to see him. I hope you and your husband and your new baby are happy!
Courtney Backbourn
- Friday, May 9, 2003 1:39 PM CDT
Your baby is very cute he is so,so big. We miss you very much, we hope you come back soon.
Ashley Pinckney
- Friday, May 9, 2003 1:35 PM CDT
Hey Sam,
It's somehow fitting that only you can put a photo up on the web crooked! Glad to hear you enjoyed Cartagena, and hope to see you soon.
Jim Pomonis <james.pomonis@pharma.com>
East Windsor, NJ USA - Thursday, May 8, 2003 12:28 AM CDT
Hi Sam and Barb,
It sounds like you had a great adventure in Cartagena!! Your ride in the stalled car brought back memories of our adventure in the taxi cab that broke down in the busy traffic of Bogota. We can laugh now at recalling the sight of Jim and driver pushing the cab over 7 lanes of traffic, but at the time we couldn't say our prayers fast enough!!!
We are looking forward to meeting Sammy and seeing you both again really soon. Take care and God bless!!! We hope to read news shortly that you have received word that you can sign and start plans to head back to Buffalo!!
Kathy, Jim, and Kayla Knight
Olean, NY USA - Thursday, May 8, 2003 7:50 AM CDT
yo whats up mr antonio its ur favorite student brandon micheal beyer. how is columbia? dude you know you want him ot be just like me! lol well come home with that kid and bring him in so i can see the resemblance with me and ur child
Brandon Beyer <nikeb420@hotmail.com>
Lockport, NY United States - Tuesday, May 6, 2003 10:47 AM CDT
He is just beautiful! Diane told me about it on Sunday. I am so happy for you I am just brought to tears whenever I think about it. I wish I could give you all a great big hug! (you know, nurturing old me!) Congratulations and I wish you many many years of happiness with your little darling baby boy and God's blessings on all you do! Love, Debbie
Debbie Howard <DHoward@pion.wnyric.org>
Delevan, NY USA - Monday, May 5, 2003 10:42 AM CDT
I ust read up on all your journals. Each entry brought tears! What an embodiment of the human purpose of life and reason for living. How fortunate we are to enjoy the love of each other. Sounds like you have been having the ultimate FAMILY vacation. Sammy is the cutest guy! I am so happy for all of you. Let us know when you are back and what you need for the baby. With Love!
Stephanie W.
Buffalo Grove, IL US - Monday, May 5, 2003 10:18 AM CDT
Barb, Sam And Sammy
Isn't it all you could ever dream of ?? Your pictures show your joy the best! Hope Cartegena is going well - I hear there's no tech there!
When I showed Danielle your photos, she wanted to know when her Spanish teacher "with the spikey hair" gets his baby - Won't he be surprised !
Enjoy the rest of your trip and see you soon
Nancy Dietrick <nedjpd@aol.com>
Hamburg, NY usa - Sunday, May 4, 2003 9:07 PM CDT
I'm glad you finally got the baby. Hope I'll see you soon. Have a good time in Columbia.
Joey Battaglia
- Friday, May 2, 2003 4:46 PM CDT
Hi Antonio Family,
As you said in your journal entry, seeing FANA and the children does hit home as to what the Golf Tournament is all about. FANA is such a special place and we have all been blessed by Mercedes and FANA's mission.
You sound like you are having a great time. I don't know if it is possible not too. Take care of yourselves and enjoy your time as a new family. We are all looking forward to the day we can greet you all home at the airport.
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Shari, Dave & Justin
Lackawanna, NY USA - Thursday, May 1, 2003 2:06 PM CDT
Hello Guy's, What a perfect little (Mini-dad) It sounds like you are having a great time. Stay positive and have lots of fun. Before you know it you will be back home and to work and you will long for the time you spent in Colombia. As I sit here at work I know that I do!! With that said, HURRY up and come home! Baby Shawn wants to meet and play with sammy!!
Have fun with the rest of your stay and we will be waiting at the airport for your return. Please tell Betty, Rafa and all the girls, Laydis, Okenis, Annette... That we said hi and that we miss the a lot.
Shawn, Denise & Baby Shawn Blair <Shawn99b@yahoo.com>
Buffalo, NY 14207 - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 5:25 PM CDT
Hello Antonio's!
We just got caught up on all of your Colombian escapades. Sounds like you are having a great trip. Keep up that vacation attitude. When else will you be able to spend so much time together without the interuptions of work and every day life. (Oh yeah, I forgot you're a teacher Sam, so I guess every summer!)
Sammy is beautiful. Congratulations again. Please send our love to Betty and Rafa. Be sure to tell her we miss her "terrible". Also tell Annette we said hello and we hope to see them all soon!
We can't wait to meet you guys (3) at the airport. We're also looking forward to Sammy's introduction at church by Pastor Karl (make sure you keep us in the loop as to the timing of such important events)!
Talk to you soon,
The Sauer's
Peter & Lisa Sauer <psauer@dinaire.com or zasauer@hotmail.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 12:33 AM CDT
Barb, Sam, And Baby Samuel,
Congratulations!!! What a beautiful baby he is! I am so happy for you--what a dream come true! I have so enjoyed keeping up with your adventures. I cannot wait for you to return home so that I can come visit and meet Samuel in person. Lots of love:)
Sarah Farr <sfarr@pion.wnyric.org>
East Aurora, NY USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 9:34 AM CDT
Congradulations!!!! im so glad you got your son. i cant wait to see and meet him!!!
Stephanie Way <GUnitsFirstLady5@aol.com>
Lockport, NY U.S - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 8:32 AM CDT
Laura and I are enjoying your journal, Sam. We miss you but it sounds like you and Barb and Sammy are having a once in a lifetime experience! God bless all of you! We look forward to meeting Sammy and can't wait to see you. Thanks for the note, Sam. xo Jan
Jan Butcheri
North Tonawanda, NY USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 7:44 AM CDT
Dear Mrs. Antonio
Your son samuel is so cute and I know that you are having a great time there. I want to thank you for the card it was very nice and I enjoyed it. Can't wait for you to come and visit us and bring the baby and you, and your husband are very blessed with that cutie of yours. Hope to see you very soon.
Jordan Gracie <GJORDAN07>
- Tuesday, April 29, 2003 3:48 PM CDT
My class and I loved your photos!!
Diane Battaglia
- Tuesday, April 29, 2003 2:19 PM CDT
Dear Antoino FAMILY,
We are so happy for you! Words can not decsribe the feelings, but now that you have experienced it you know what I mean. Best of luck and see you soon.
Love, Dave, Colleen, Sam, and Gabrielle Gaglione
Colleen Gaglione <dcsgg@netzero.net>
Eden, NY 14057 - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 10:30 AM CDT
Congrulations on your new beatiful son. He is a porclin doll. We are so very happy for you lovely couple. I cant wait for the adoption to go through and for you to return home with your bundle of joy. I cant wait to see Samuel in person. We are praying for you all. Good luck and my god bless you all. Samuel when read this I want you to know that you have very sweet and loving parents and you are a cutie. Love Vanesa Gogolack 56 weld st lockport ny
Vanesa and Mr. and Mrs. Gogolack <glittlett@aol.com>
lockport, ny usa - Monday, April 28, 2003 3:35 PM CDT
Dear Barb & Sam - I waited to sign in your guest book to have just the right words of wisdom to share . . . (I haven't found them yet, but Oh well!) We are so excited for you! I'm crying as I sit & read about your trip, remembering our trip to China, just 1 year ago, to adopt Jade. It sounds as if you are having a wonderful adventure with little Sammy in Columbia. Isn't it an awsome way to have a baby!? Doesn't God bless us in the most beautiful & suprising ways! It sounds as though you are being pampered wonderfully, allowing you to relax & enjoy concentrating on Sammy. We can't wait for you guys to get back so we can meet the little guy! P.S. Barb - I love the new "do". You are one hot looking mamacita!
Deb, Ron, ALex & Jade Heider <Two kids1fish@msn.com>
Buffalo, NY - Monday, April 28, 2003 10:36 AM CDT
Antonio Family,
You all look great together. I'm glad you put new pictures out. It's a good thing that you told everyone about Barb's new look Sam - I don't know if I would have recognized her. Sounds like things are going well. I hope they continue to do so. I can't wait to see Sammy in person - he is beautiful.
Marj Coyle
East Aurora, NY USA - Saturday, April 26, 2003 5:00 PM CDT
Greetings from Athens Greece!! We finally were able to find a computer and get on the internet at Andre's brothers house here in Greece. Rodrigo is meeting Andre's family and friends for the first time and it's so cool because he's starting to speak Greek !!! Everyone just loves him here. Anyways , your pictures are absolutely beautiful and we are beyond thrilled for all of you,as tears of happiness for you flow down my face.What an incredible feeling it is to hold your son !!!He is such a blessing! Please give our love to the Gualtieris and hopefully we'll be home in time for your homecoming. We'll be home May 10. Barb--you look great!!! I can't wait to go back to Norbertos myself!!! Once again , we are soooooooo happy for all of you!!! Give sweet little Sammy lots of hugs and kisses from us.We can't wait to see you! With our best wishes for a lifetime of happiness
Jill , Andre & Rodrigo XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Jill , Andre & Rodrigo Kallinikos (March 2000 group-FANA )A PROUD FANA FAMILY <ajk229@juno.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Saturday, April 26, 2003 2:24 PM CDT
Dear FANA friends,
We feel it is our duty to update everyone on the saga of the Technologically Challenged Family, The Antonio's. Today in the residence the battery conflict continued. Sam, Big Sam, as he's referred to at a Bogota establishment, tried to change some batteries in a swing for Little Sammy. He was so proud, he had his screw driver and new batteries. However, in the end the batteries proved to be his enemy, AGAIN!!!!
As for right now, Sam and Barb said they were going to Carulla, a grocery store across the street, so we're watching Little Samuel. But as Sam and Barb walked out, we could have sworn we heard Sam say that this was a Viagra night!
Good night from Bogota
The Gualtieri and Pomonis Families
- Friday, April 25, 2003 9:12 PM CDT
Barb es muy bonita!!! It's great to see you holding Samuel in your arms. Congratulations on becoming a family! The pictures are great, you can see how thrilled you are in each picture. Sorry to hear about the battery, I have a bridge to sell you when you get back. Enjoy your time in Bogota and have a safe trip.
Schwertfeger Family
- Friday, April 25, 2003 8:53 PM CDT
Sam and Barb,
Big Sam, you're next at Norberto's!!!! He's keeping a special chair for you!!
Mario & Josie Gualtieri
Windsor, ON Canada - Friday, April 25, 2003 8:21 PM CDT
Dear Sam, Barb and Sammy, It was great to see the picture of the three of you together - what a beautiful family you are! I'm glad to hear Sammy is feeling better. It sounds like you're having a wonderful time. Thank you for sharing the pictures and your experiences. We look forward to reading more and to seeing you all soon. Love,
Janine and Family
- Friday, April 25, 2003 5:20 PM CDT
Sammy and your Mommy and Daddy:
It is so great that your Mommy and Daddy allow us to read about you in their daily diary entries--it makes it all so "real" for us here at home. Your parents are very funny and its obvious you can look forward to a great family life with much love and laughter when you come back home here to Buffalo. We so look forward to meeting you and seeing those big smiles of pride I can just imagine on your parents faces. You probably have no idea how much love and hope you have already given to so many people in your few months and may you always have that effect on the people you come in contact with throughtout the rest of your life.Good Life, Good Health, and Much Happiness to you Sammy and your parents!
Ron and Paula Covelli <samstar@hotmail.com>
Orchard Park, NY USA - Friday, April 25, 2003 9:52 AM CDT
Dear Sammy, One of the reasons we have a family is to help us with technology! I have told my son Stuart that he is not allowed to leave home because I won't be able to turn on the TV! I can't wait to see you and Ihope that your Dad figures out how to put some new pictures on your website soon!
Jerri Wegner <chase9226@aol.com>
Orchard Park, NY USA - Friday, April 25, 2003 8:01 AM CDT
Dear Barb and Sam and Sammy,
Congratulations!!! The pictures are beautiful. We can't wait to see more. You look like a perfect family. Sammy is very lucky to have such wonderful, caring parents. We can't wait to see you all back in New York. Hugs and kisses!
Bernie and Cristin
Rochester, NY USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 10:06 PM CDT
Dear Sam and Barb (aka Mr & Mrs Technologically Challenged),
It's so great to be down here with you - you guys are great! Little Sammy is so lucky to have the 2 of you. Your love for him truly shows, and as he grows up he will come to understand exactly how much he means to you.
We believe however, that because of you each referral will now come with a FANA issued battery! Our late night chats filled with huge outbursts of laughter will eventually catch up to us, but it's great fun!
By the way Barb, it's great to see that you can show great restraint with the sweater lady.....for now! (LOL)
Mario, Josie, Christian and Michaela Gualtieri <mjcgualtieri@yahoo.ca>
Windsor, ON Canada - Thursday, April 24, 2003 4:00 PM CDT
You not only have a very beautiful baby boy but you are the most joyful parents we have ever seen. Are hearts are blessed seeing the entire Antonio family together at last.
Sorry to hear about all the "technical problems" you are going thru . Your pictures are excellent and I am printing them on photo paper.
Don and Marylou Abbott <dkabbott @earthlink.net>
East Amherst, NY USa - Thursday, April 24, 2003 3:36 PM CDT
Barb and Sam:
We are so thrilled that God has blessed you with a beautiful baby! What a joy it is to see your smiling faces and to see Sammy's bright eyes and smile as well. We can't wait to see you back in Buffalo and listen to all of the wonderful ways God worked out His perfect plan.
Bill and Mary Eicher
Clarence Center, NY USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 3:25 PM CDT
Sam, Barb and Samuel,
You do make the perfect family. He is so beautiful. God and FANA have brought so many blessing to all of us. I hope Samuel brings as much joy to your lives and Justin has to ours. We are all so lucky!
Have a great trip, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Shari, Dave & Justin <dpanderson923@msn.com>
Lackawanna, NY USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 9:05 AM CDT
Dear Sam, Barb, and Samuel,
The baby is gorgeous! We enjoyed so much seeing his picture with his beaming parents!We are glad to hear you are enjoying yourselves and we so appreciate and enjoy your daily journal.The bath thing gets easier, trust me!
Have a wonderful day, and we couldn't be happier for you!
Naomi Cohan <mattco204@aol>
Tonawanda, NY USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 6:52 AM CDT
Congratulations to all of you!! Sammy is adorable!!! Those little babies are always worth the wait!!! Thank you for sharing your journey!! Enjoy the empanadas!!
Susan Matthews
Syracuse , NY USA - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 8:12 PM CDT
Very nice photos! We'll see you in just a few days and dont forget to check on our boy for us!!
Mark Steinkirchner <ms29dsvintage@cs.com>
nanticoke, pa usa - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 11:46 AM CDT
Hi Sam, Barb and Samuel,
We are so glad that everything is as wonderful as you have imagined it would be. You are certainly correct when you say how much sense things make when you look back.
I'm not sure what stores you tried when looking for your camcorder battery but there is a store in Unicentro called "LEY". It is a two level store at the far end of the mall (far end with respect to Betty's). Upstairs they have things for electronics (computers, cameras, ...). You may want to give them a try if you haven't already.
Continue to have a great time,
Michael, Carole and Peter
Michael McLaughlin <mwmcam@yahoo.com>
Cheektowaga, NY USA - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 7:23 AM CDT
Dear Barb & Sam,
It is so wonderful to see the three of you after all the waiting!! What a beautiful baby and you two look soooooooo proud! What a day! We thank the Lord for His goodness to you. Enjoy your stay and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Love and prayers,
Patty & John
Patty & John Hunter <patsyhunter@aol.com>
East Amherst, NY USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 9:11 PM CDT
Dear Sam, Barb, As we have said many times God is good and baby Sam is such a gift! I don't know of any other baby so loved and wanted! We look forward to meeting him when you bring him home and getting baby advice! You are in our prayers. Have a safe trip! Scott and Darlene
Scott and Darlene Aquilino <darandyot@adelphia.net>
Williamsville , NY USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 11:45 AM CDT
Dear Sam and Barb,
What a beautiful family of 3 you make!!!!! Finally all that waiting is over and now you can begin spoiling that precious baby boy!!! You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Have a wonderful stay at Betty's and enjoy the wonderful sights of Colombia. Take care and God Bless.
Kathy, Jim, and Kayla Knight
Olean, NY USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 9:13 AM CDT
Hi Guy's!! What a beautiful little man!! To read those words brought back so many memories and tears. We are so happy for the 3 of you and we can't wait to meet that precious little boy. Shawn is looking forward to his new friend Sammy coming home. Stay safe and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!!! All our love,
Shawn, Denise & Shawn Anthony Blair <denise0420@yahoo.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 10:27 PM CDT
Barb and Sam,
We are very eager to meet our new nephew. He looks very handsome in the photos we have seen. We are happy that your day has finally arrived and that all is well. I envision you, Barb, holding Samuel and get a most pleasant picture of love and devotion. I see you Sam, looking on and feeling so proud, and ready to join in the joy of raising Samuel. I know you both cherish your long-awaited son. I know he is beautiful as can be seen by his pictures. You both are so deserving of this gift of having a child in your lives. We hope you are enjoying getting to know him.
Steve and Linda Whalen
ArIington Heights, IL USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 10:21 PM CDT
Hi Guys! We're so happy that everything went well for you today. We spoke to Elizabeth about 10:30am and she said your presentation was in just a few minutes. It almost felt like we were with you. You sound so proud. We will see you next Tuesday night. We look forward to seeing you both again and meeting your little boy. Don't forget to save us the big room. hee hee. just kidding.
Mark & Debbie
Mark Steinkirchner <ms29dsvintage@cs.com>
Nanticoke, Pa USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 9:57 PM CDT
Dear Sammy,
I just saw your picture. You know the one from the day you got adopted. I smiled and laughed with excitement, come home soon so I can play with you.
Ben French
Amherst, NY - Monday, April 21, 2003 6:41 PM CDT
Dear Sam and Barb,
By now I'm sure you've met your new son and the bonding has begun. You will be wonderful parents and little Sam is a very lucky little boy!
Have a wonderful and safe journey.
Sandy Thompson <Sandy_Thompson@lockport.wnyric.org>
Lockport, NY USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 10:04 AM CDT
Barb & Sam
Congratulations on your wonderful new addition Samuel. He is gorgeous baby. How lucky you all are to have each other. We look forward to meeting Samuel soon.
Take Care
Love,
Paula & Jerry
Paula & Jerry Bower
- Monday, April 21, 2003 9:58 AM CDT
Barb & Sam,
Well today is the long awaited day you meet and hold your son!! So glad your travels done there went well. We look forward to pictures of this special day!
Love, John & Patty
John & Patty Hunter <patsyhunter@aol.com>
East Amherst, NY USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 3:32 AM CDT
Dear Barb, Sam, and Samuel,
YOu have arrived in our beloved Bogota to begin the most wonderful adventure of your lives. You will see first hand what the FANA family is about. May G-d continue to bless your new family, and our thoughts will be with you tomorrow when you are presented with your gift from G-d. The moment that Samuel is placed in your arms, you will know that this was your destiny.
Enjoy every moment and know that we all share in your joy!
Happy Easter, Vaya Con Dios!
Naomi, Steven, Matthew, Elizabeth Cohan
Naomi Cohan <mattco204@aol.com>
Tonawanda, NY USA - Sunday, April 20, 2003 9:02 AM CDT
Just a quick note to wish you a Happy Easter and a Happy Presentation Day!!! We were watching the airplanes by our house yesterday and thinking about you. We hope that your journey was safe, and that your presentation day is wonderful!
Michael, Carole and Peter McLaughlin <mwmcam@yahoo.com>
Cheektowaga, NY - Sunday, April 20, 2003 8:15 AM CDT
Hola, Sam y Barb-
We are so excited for you to get down here!! You must be so anxious to hold that beautiful son of yours, Samuel, in your arms. We wish you safe travels and we'll see you in a few days. This will undoubtedly be a very memorable Easter season for all of you. God bless you all. Un abrazo fuerte, La Familia Pomonis
Jim, Shelly, Brianna y Benjamin <Shellypomonis@aol.com>
Bogota, Colombia, - Thursday, April 17, 2003 8:25 PM CDT
Dear Sam, Barb and Sammy,
I am so in awe of the gift of a child to those of us who have such strong desires to be a parent. You cannot help but know the hand of God in all of this. That thought keeps me calm when families are so eager to hear the news. Let go and let God is my mantra. And I too hope you dear Sam, are taller than your dad! May God bless your family as you travel to Bogota; may you learn about your son's country and remember it for him because you are the custodian of his life beginning. Don't ever forget that.
Jerri Wegner
Orchard Park, NY USA - Thursday, April 17, 2003 0:00 AM CDT
Hi Barb and Sam. The days are quickly counting down to the day that you will be traveling. However for you they may seem to be dragging along. We will be praying for your family of three, that all goes well and that the Lord will keep you safe in your travels. Enjoy all that Bogota has to offer and we are looking forward to reading your journal entries and seeing those pics of your new family. God Bless and Happy Easter. This will be a very memorable Easter for your family.
Bob, Lisa, and Ian Gorski <rgorski@adelphia.net>
Eden, NY USA - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 10:04 PM CDT
Dear Sam & Barb,
We rejoice with you in your joy of receiving Samuel. God has answered you as He did Hannah in 1 Samuel 1:27-28. "I prayed for this child and the Lord has granted me what I asked of Him. So now I give him to the Lord. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord." Go with God and, as you raise him, we know you will teach him to hold God's hand, also!
Love for Life in Christ,
Alice & Cheri, SonRays Ministries, Inc.
Tonawanda, NY USA - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 1:55 PM CDT
Samuel is a gorgeous baby.Congratulations to the happy parents.
Maritza Roa <oreyes@andinet.com>
Bogota, Colombia - Monday, April 14, 2003 12:02 AM CDT
Dear Barb and Sam, We too are so anxious for your arrival, and awaiting you with opened arms here at Betty's Place. We are honored to be able to take part in your joy,especially when Samuel Javier is placed in your arms (we know he is already in your hearts)...Feliz Viaje, see you soon.
Betty and Rafael Castillo
Betty Castillo
Bogota, Colombia - Sunday, April 13, 2003 10:22 AM CDT
Mr. Antonio, We are all so happy for you both. Hope all goes well in Columbia. I can't wait to see Samuel. Bring back some great picutes ok. Best of luck!
Kristin
- Saturday, April 12, 2003 7:41 PM CDT
Congratulations to all of you! Samuel is so lucky to have such great parents and he will be such a joy to you. He is a beautiful baby and I know you will enjoy every minute with him. Enjoy your trip and I can't wait to see him!
Lynda Tomasikiewicz
- Saturday, April 12, 2003 9:58 AM CDT
Wow, Mr. Antonio you're finally a daddy! Doesn't it feel great? (I'm asking... I wouldn't know) I hope all goes well while you and your wife are in Colombia, bring back some pictures for us, okay? I'm praying that y'all stay safe as you travel and that you get this thing finalized pretty quick. We don't wanna have a sub for too long, after all. I can't wait to meet your little Samuel...
God Bless
Gabrielle <chickchick@angelfire.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 4:42 PM CDT
good luck with your son Mr. Antonio. You should bring Sam in for show and tell. Teach Sam how to play Baseball. Me and Dominique are proud of you , and you'll be a great dad. Have a safe trip.
Kyle Daunce
Lockport, NY America - Friday, April 11, 2003 9:08 AM CDT
Sam ~ Best of luck always!!!! Congratulations Mr. A.!... We are all so happy for you... Your family will be in my prayers
Congrats!
~Amy~
Amy Castle <weezergirlie321@aol.com>
Lockport, NY America - Friday, April 11, 2003 8:00 AM CDT
Hola senor Congradulations can't wait untill you come back with Samuel. You'll be a great father. i'm praying for you!
jeff <firstbasemann2@aol.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 7:39 AM CDT
Hola a los padres Antonio!
Mi familia y yo fuimos a FANA esta manana y vimos a su hijo. Que precioso es! Estamos super alegres por ustedes. Nos veremos pronto, y mas importante, le conoceran a su hijo en pocos dias. Con todo carino, La Familia Pomonis
Jim, Shelly, Brianna y Benjamin <Shellypomonis@aol.com>
Bogota, Colombia, - Thursday, April 10, 2003 3:25 PM CDT
As a "Father Baker baby", I would like to tell the three of you how special a family you have. As a parent of two great kids, I would like to welcome you to the world of more laughter than ever, more fun than you can handle, and as little sleep than you thought possible! Congratulations!
Therese' Lang <johnlang@aol.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 5:36 PM CDT
Barb & Sam(or should I say mommy & daddy) -
Congratulations again on your beautiful little boy !!! Samuel is gorgeous and I know you can't wait to hold him in your arms. That magical day will arrive before you know it. We will be thinking of you. Be safe and enjoy Bogota.
Jeff, Deb and Nicolas Gelyon
Jeff, Deb and Nicolas Gelyon <thegelyons@bluefrog.biz>
Blasdell, NY USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 3:56 PM CDT
Dear Sam & Barb:
Congratulations on your beautiful son. Your "acceptance"
speech was the best--you had me crying along with everyone else. God bless you all on your travels. Enjoy your blessed event! Bob, Nicole, Joseph & Bella Klaczyk
nicole klaczyk <bnkwalk@msn.com>
lancaster NY, ny usa - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 1:26 PM CDT
Congradulations!!! I hope you are taller than your dad.
Chris and Chris
- Tuesday, April 8, 2003 12:05 AM CDT
Barb & Sam,
Congratulations! God has truly blessed you with a beautiful son! And, He has blessed Samuel with wonderful, loving parents!
I am looking forward to meeting him when you return. Have a safe trip.
When I sent the original message, it was typed correctly, however, due to some sort of technical difficulty, some of the letters became transformed in the forwarding (see below)
Kathie Johnston <Kaej6@yahoo.com>
Lockport, NY United States - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 12:02 AM CDT
Barb and Sam,
Best wishes for you and Samuel. May God continue to bless you and your family over the years.
Etienne &Julia Kojsza <FrenchyEt@aol.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 9:11 AM CDT
Barb& Sak-,
Congratulations! God has truly blessed you with a beautiful sg-! Ak-, He has blessed Samuel with wonderfs-, loving parentg-!
I am looking forward to meeting him when you retur-. Have a safe tri-.
Kathie Johnston- <Kaej6@yahoo.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 8:23 AM CDT
Congratulations on your new baby boy! Samuel Javier is so handsome! God bless you and Samuel and may you have a safe and smooth journey to Colombia and back home again.
Cindy & Tom McGuire
Manlius, NY - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 7:40 AM CDT
What a sweetie!! Congratulations to you both. Are you counting the minutes until you leave? Hope that your trip to Colombia is wonderful and that meeting Samuel for the first time is everything you dreamed it would be!
Sue Saur <ssaur@OLM1.com>
Orchard Park, NY USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 9:19 PM CDT
Welcome Samuel! You have grown in your parents' hearts. You are all so lucky to have each other! We hope to someday meet you and your parents. You will have a wonderful life together. Congratulations!
Paul, Kathy and Brian Cavagnaro <paulcavagnaro@aol.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 8:32 PM CDT
Sam and Barb,
Congratulations! Babies are so special! And so are parents! Enjoy every moment.
Jean Watts
Lockport HS, NY Niagara - Monday, April 7, 2003 5:04 PM CDT
Sam & Barb-- We are praising our God for answered prayer and giving to you both a most precious gift! Samuel will fill your lives with love, joy, and blessings! Always remember there will be laughter mixed with tears, special moments, and the Love of Jesus in your family. Enjoy and cherish every moment. Love, Bryan & Judi
Bryan & Judi Wheat <bryjud@adelphia.net>
Getzville, N.Y. U.S.A. - Monday, April 7, 2003 2:40 PM CDT
Sam, Barb and "Little Sam" - What wonderful news. We are so happy for you. I know it has been a long wait, but certainly worth every minute. He is a beautiful baby boy and looks like you Sam. Surly God choose him especially for you. Our very best wishes for the three of you. Have a safe trip and a blessed First Easter with your son.
Ed and Mary Ellen Jerge <ecjerge@aol.com>
Lockport, NY Niagara - Monday, April 7, 2003 2:29 PM CDT
Sam and Barb---
We are so thrilled for you guys and we are anxious to follow you on your trip to Bogota!!
Michael, Carole and Peter McLaughlin <mwmcam@yahoo.com>
Cheektowaga, NY - Monday, April 7, 2003 2:23 PM CDT
The Schauer Family, Scott, Susan, Nicole and Bodie, are so happy for you. We are hear waiting for you in Bogota at Betty's place. the time you have with your child in Colombia is so important to you and the child. I hope we can share in your experience if we are still here. On our web page for Bodie, caringbridge,va,schauer we have put in some travel tips for new families. Please read the past enteries so you can fully enjoy your Colombian experience.
Best wishes, the Schauer Family.
Susan Schauer <scotthand5@cox.net>
Chesapeake, VA USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 1:29 PM CDT
congrats!!!
good luck
larry slipko <lrslipko@hotmail.com>
sarasota, fl us - Monday, April 7, 2003 12:16 AM CDT
I'd like to learn more about the baby.
Alan Biano
Lockport, NY United States - Monday, April 7, 2003 12:03 AM CDT
Sam and Barb - Congratulations !!! Having this blessing from God is truly that... a pure blessing of his grace. May his peace and love be with you on your journey and always. You will have a most magical time in Bogota. Sue and I went down a year ago May and we continue to re-live each and every moment - especially when we became a family with our daughter, Dyllan Keogh. The folks at FANA are angels. Again Congratulations !
Glenn, Sue and Dyllan Sarich <glenn.sarich@rochester.com>
Rochester, NY U.S.A. - Monday, April 7, 2003 11:10 AM CDT
Dear Sam and Barb,
It has been such a pleasure to meet two wonderful people, and to be able to share your experience with you. I can not describe the feelings of seeing you get your refferal at the General Membership meeting and you reactions and words after are unforgettable!!(You know Sam "this woman"). Samuel is beautiful and is blessed with two special parents! Congratulations and we wish you a safe and wonderful trip.
Dave, Colleen, Sam and Gabrielle Gaglione
Gaglione Family <dscgg@netzero.net>
Eden, NY USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 10:28 AM CDT
Sam & Barb & Baby Samuel! Congratulations on becoming a family! May your trip be exciting, yet uneventful; your stay in Bogota filled with happy memories to share with your son (take lots of pictures for his book!); and the smile that's now plastered on your faces remain forever (ours still surfaces everytime we look at our beautiful children)! Congratulations.
PS: Jack sends his Congrats to Mr. Sam (he talks about you from Spanish Camp).
Ed, Susan, Jack and Elizabeth Kane
Buffalo, NY - Monday, April 7, 2003 9:48 AM CDT
Congratulations and God Bless!
Steve Roney (FANA) <sr1y@aol.com>
Buffalo, NY US - Monday, April 7, 2003 9:01 AM CDT
Sam and Barb,
Congratulations! Samuel Javier is fine looking young man with a beautiful head of hair. I looked like Uncle Fester when I was born. I think Samuel "Adam" would have been a nice tribute to myself and the American patriot & politician. Have a safe trip to Bogota, and have a happy Easter!
A. Knoebel
- Monday, April 7, 2003 8:57 AM CDT
Congratulations on your beautiful new baby boy!!! We are very excited for you (and for him). Receiving our two children from FANA remains to this day the most awesome experience of our lives. We know you will feel the same way. We wish you a safe and enjoyable trip to Bogota.
Love, Kyle, Cheryl, Mariah and Natalie Storie
Cheryl R. Storie <cstorie@hodgsonruss.com>
Orchard Park, NY USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 8:26 AM CDT
Sam and Barb, congratulations!!!!!Samuel is beautiful. We are extremely happy for both of you. Unfortunately we won´t be here to help celebrate in your amazing experience. God bless.
Mara, Marcello and Noah Tedesco <marafarina2001@yahoo.ca>
Woodbridge, ON - Monday, April 7, 2003 8:13 AM CDT
Dear Barb & Sam,
We are so happy for you and Samuel. There is no doubt he will be loved. God has brought to all of us the most precious gifts we could ever ask for. As I tell everyone. You are excted now but the best is yet to come. Cherish every moment of the Bogota experience. It was out of love the our childrens mothers brought there babies to FANA. And through the love of God and FANA that they came into our arms, hearts and homes.
We will talk to you before you go.
Love, Shari, Dave & Justin <dpanderson923@msn.com>
Lackawanna, NY USA - Monday, April 7, 2003 7:20 AM CDT
Barb and Sam:
Congratulations!!! Samuel is so beautiful. Thank you for allowing us to follow your amazing journey. We are thinking of you. Safe travels.
Carolyn Van Schaik and Rob, Olivia and Lorena Zucco <carolyn.vanschaik@verizon.net>
Niagara Falls, NY USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 10:28 PM CDT
Dear Sam and Barb,
We are SO happy for you. We feel blessed for many reasons and the 2 of you as our friends are one of our blessings. FANA took the first part in introducing us and and we look forward to Shawn and Sam becoming friends and growing up together throughout the years. Enjoy your time together in Bogota as the memories are priceless. We wish you a safe trip and we will get together before you leave.
Sam, someday you will read this and know how loved you were right from the day you were born. Your parents are GREAT people and you will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Shawn, Denise and Shawn Blair <Denise0420@yahoo.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 10:27 PM CDT
Barb and Sam (AKA Mom and Dad),
Congratulations on your fantastic news. We are so happy for you - Samuel will be one lucky boy to have you as parents! We will think of you and smile on Easter as you receive the most precious gift ever. The anticipation of waiting for your son will be quickly replaced by the joy of holding him in your arms. Have a safe and uneventful trip. Enjoy your time with Samuel in Bogota. If there's anything that we can do to help you before you leave please let us know.
Schwertfeger Family
- Sunday, April 6, 2003 9:54 PM CDT
Congratualtions!!!!!!
Your website has brought me back to 15 years ago, the year we traveled to bring our son, Christopher from Colombia. It was a blessed Christmas for us as it was for our daughter four years later. Your pictures around the house remind me of the day I was told the courts were on strike and I would not be allowed to pick up our son until after the holidays - six weeks more! I screamed and yelled and tore everything in the house apart. My husband found me crumbled in the nursery crying my eyes out. I was so sure our childless state was a punishment I was intended to endure a lifetime. Five days later the courts opened and we brought our son home for Christmas, chicken pox and all! Four years later we once again were told we would wait untill after the holidays. Not so many tears this time, but we brought our daughter home on Christmas Eve, the exact same day our son had arrived. They share their "special day". I am so excited for you!!!! You are in for the treat of your life. And it never stops! Your love and joy reminds me of those special times. Thank you for including us in your excitement by posting this website. Welcome Samuel Javier. You are about to make your parents very happy!
Diana F. Green <dgreen@huntingdon.edu>
Montgomery , AL USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 8:57 PM CDT
Hi Barb and Sam,
Congratulations again on the news of your beautiful baby boy!!!!!!! There is no doubt in our minds that he was especially picked for you and was heaven sent. You will be amazing parents and we are just sooooo excited for you both. We look forward to reading all about your fun in Colombia and we can't wait to see those photos of you with Samuel for the first time in the "green room!!!!" What an Easter it will be for you!!!! We will be thinking of you often. God bless and have a safe trip to Bogota!!!
PS. We hope the travel packet was helpful. You will have to let Jerri know if we forgot something!
Kathy, Jim, and Kayla Knight
Olean, NY USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 8:44 PM CDT
Dear Sam, Barb and Sammy - what wonderful news!!! We have never met but are connected through the FANA family. Our daughter Hope's 2nd birthday is April 21st!!! We were in Colombia with Katie and Matt and Sarah. In fact Katie and I were there when our husbands went home and we had a great time! I look forward to following your adventure to get Sammy - enjoy every moment. God will Bless and keep you all safe.
Isobel McDonald <paulisobel@yahoo.com>
North Tonawnada, NY - Sunday, April 6, 2003 7:58 PM CDT
Sam, Barb & Sammy
We are so happy that you finally will all be a family. I hope the days pass quickly between now and Easter. I am sure knowing you have a baby and yet still having to wait to hold and love him in person is agonizing.
Ben is happy that he will finally have a friend that is a boy to play with.
Melanie French
Amherst, NY USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 7:15 PM CDT
We wish you many blessings on your new journey! Congratulations on your beautiful SON!!!
Monika, Mike, and Brooke Wisor (February 2001 Group) <mnmwisor@adelphia.net>
Wilson, ny USofA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 5:26 PM CDT
Hijole! We wish you all the luck and happiness in the world. Good luck and best wishes.
Steve and Anita <Oiljockey01@aol.com>
Newfane, NY USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 4:53 PM CDT
Barb & Sam,
Samuel is a beautiful little boy who will be so loved and cherised. We look forward to following your journey in Colombia and many more pictures of your family. May God bless you and your family --
Love and Hugs,
Tim, Brenda & Danielle Klimowicz
Klimowicz Family <klimowiz@aol.com>
Hamburg, NY USA - Saturday, April 5, 2003 6:41 AM CST
Barb and Sam,
"Samuel" is absolutely adorable! Have we got a girl for him! May God Bless and Keep all three of you! What a
beautiful family!!
Rod and Arlene Rawluszki <CrucibleC@aol.com>
North Tonawanda, NY 14120 - Thursday, April 3, 2003 6:09 PM CST
Dearest Samuel Javier Antonio, Someday when you see this, I want you to know that out of all the babies born on this earth, you were the most wanted, anticipated and loved by your sweet wonderful, courageous and dignified parents..Sam and Barb. Most children are loved, but your spirit was predestined to bring great joy on this earth..tell mom and dad to take you to the great redwood forests, hug a tree and remember the earth smiled the day you came into this world. I love your parents for being symbols of what is right with the universe...peace, little brother
Debby Keller <sage1014@yahoo.com>
Medina, NY usa - Thursday, April 3, 2003 5:45 PM CST
Dear Sam and Barb-
Congratulations! I am thrilled for you. Have a safe trip. I can't wait until Samuel can make his first visit to LHS!
With love-Melisa
Melisa Niver
Lockport, NY - Thursday, April 3, 2003 2:57 PM CST
Sam and barb
Iam very happy for the both of you. It is a blessing! I know that you will enjoy your little bundle of joy.
God Bless
Joe Poole
Joseph Poole
Niagara Falls , NY Niagara - Thursday, April 3, 2003 2:37 PM CST
Sam and barb
Iam very happy for the both of you. It is a blessing! I know that you will enjoy your little buddle of joy.
God Bless
Joe Poole
Joseph Poole
Niagara Falls , NY Niagara - Thursday, April 3, 2003 2:31 PM CST
Sam and Barb - Your son is beautiful! I am so excited for the both of you. May God bless you and your new family member.
Meg Thrall - LHS coworker
- Thursday, April 3, 2003 1:33 PM CST
Sam and Barb,
My wife and I are celebrating our 15 th anniversary of our adoption. We know all of the joys and the sorrows of adoptions. . We adopted a child with special needs (mainly emotional) who is now attending college and working full time in day care. I hope you have family support and that you join a support group of some sort. Attend to your needs as husband and wife , a child needs strong happy parents. I hope that next time you will consider assopting a special need child they need good parents like you.
Good luck and congratulations to you both.
Tom O'Day co-worker at LHS
- Thursday, April 3, 2003 12:12 AM CST
congratulations to samuel and his lucky parents....your arrival is a blessing for your family....they are excited as can be to hold you ...mold you and love you.....best wishes for a wonderful life you little bundle of joy
wayne and jennifer ginty <gintfam@aol.com>
lockport , ny usa - Thursday, April 3, 2003 12:09 AM CST
Best Wishes & many blessings to the three of you. I'll be looking forward to more pictures too.
Carol Gambel <Carol_Gambel@lockport.wnyric.org>
Lockport, NY USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 11:59 AM CST
hello mr.antonio...this is jenna courtney and geralyn we are in your class right now and we're gonna go do our homework to make you happy....and congratulations on your baby!.....adios!!!!!
jenna courtney geralyn <oiccalled@aol.com>
same area, ny the one where lockport is - Thursday, April 3, 2003 11:51 AM CST
Sam and Barb,
Congratulations, you have received a great gift from God in your son as he has also received one in you as his parents. May god bless your family.
Dick Russell
- Thursday, April 3, 2003 11:13 AM CST
Congratulations, what a blessing!
Karen Catalano
- Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:46 AM CST
Congratulations to all of you. You are living proof that miracles do happen. All the best to you -
Valerie Hamluk
Lockport, NY 14094 - Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:46 AM CST
Congratulations!!!!
Jeff Lewandowski
Lockport, NY USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:27 AM CST
Sam and Barb
I'm so happy for both of you. What a wonderful feeling it will be to finally hold him in your arms and know he's yours. It's nice to hear such uplifting news at such a frightening time in the world today. Congratulations and best wishes always. (And I'm sure I must be related somehow to your buddy couple, which kind of makes me an aunt!)
Joanne Dewey <jgdlkpt@adelphia.net>
Lockport, NY USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:07 AM CST
Hi Sam and Barb,
Congratulations, Samuel is just beautiful! Your biggest joys are ahead of you, enjoy them!
Joe Rulli, Lockport High School
Lewiston, NY - Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:05 AM CST
Congratulations to you both! God bless your new family!!
Love from Kathleen, Adam and Kaitlyn!
Kathleen Reynolds <kathleen_reynolds@lockport.wnyric.org>
Lockport, NY USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 10:04 AM CST
We are soooo happy for you. Every moment will be an adventure that you will treasure forever. I'm sure that you will make a great dad, Sam. You have waited so long!!
Edie, Brian and Owen White
- Thursday, April 3, 2003 9:56 AM CST
Best of luck.... we're so happy for you!!
Kevin, Kristin, & Jack
Lockport, NY USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 9:53 AM CST
Congratulations! What exciting news. I can't wait to meet Samuel Javier. I have a couple of playmates for him. I think he is going to like our family get togethers. I will start telling Stephen about Sammy and get him excited for our next visit. I know I sure am.
Stephanie
- Wednesday, April 2, 2003 3:27 PM CST
Congratulations! We in Maine aare very excited for you. My mom and dad (Bob and Rachel)keep me informed and I will be checking here for info too. Out thoughts are with you.
Barbara Radmore
Mexico, ME USA - Monday, March 31, 2003 6:48 PM CST
¡Felicidades a la Familia Antonio!
Nos alegramos mucho que Uds. hayan oído las buenas noticias sobre su hijo, Samuel Javier. Anticipamos ver a toda su familia en Bogotá algún día en abril. Ya sabemos que nuestros hijos son amiguitos. ¡Qué alegría! Miles bendiciones.
Jim, Shelly and Brianna Pomonis <Shellypomonis@aol.com>
East Windsor, NJ USA - Monday, March 31, 2003 6:23 PM CST
Congratulations Cousin Sam and Barb,
This is the day that the Lord has made! It was great to get your phone call last night. We rejoice with you and look forward to meeting little Samuel Javier Antonio in the future. He does resemble you and looks very healthy.
Love in Christ,
Joel, Marsha, & Jenna Passke
Portland, Or USA - Monday, March 31, 2003 3:00 PM CST
Dear Sam & Barb,
We join with you in prayer eagerly anticipating your long awaited child. It will be a joy to meet the one the Lord has planned for you all along.
Love, John & Patty
John & Patty Hunter <patsyhunter@aol.com>
East Amherst, NY USA - Monday, March 3, 2003 7:10 AM CST
Hi Sam & Barb,
We are looking forward to hearing about and seeing your new baby. We are praying for you.
Joel, Marsha, & Jenna Passke
Portland, Or USA - Monday, February 10, 2003 6:39 PM CST
Hey, this is Katelyn. I just got your letter in the mail and im soo excited. I can't wait to have a new cousin. Thats great that you and Aunt Barb will GET TO BE ON T.V. Im soo happy for the both of you and hope everything works out!!!
Katelyn <K8lynqt02@aol.com>
St. Augustine, FL United States of America - Saturday, February 1, 2003 12:07 AM CST
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