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Dear Scott Family,

I am sorry I have not been able to return to this book earlier, but I have been thinking of you and of Alex often during this Holy Week.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Collect For Good Friday:

Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, April 2, 2010 10:44 PM CDT

~Christmas Eve Blessings To All!

Dear Scott Family,

I just want to remind you that you are in my prayers tonight.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Tonight's Collect:

O God, you have caused this holy night to shine with the brightness of the true Light: Grant that we, who have known the mystery of that Light on earth, may also enjoy him perfectly in heaven; where with you and the Holy Spirit he lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, December 24, 2009 4:12 PM CST

checking on Cate Haberl
Terri Boyce <crabslanding@hotmail.com>
coldwater, mi usa - Monday, November 2, 2009 11:34 AM CST

Just a note here to let you know that I am thinking of Alex and your family. God Bless, Love, Ellen
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Marstons Mills, Cape Cod, Ma United States - Friday, July 31, 2009 10:32 PM CDT

~A Joyous Eastertide To All!

Dear Scott Family,

I just wanted you to know that I am remembering Alex and thinking of you all.

God bless you always.

Grace and peace,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

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Jesus Christ is risen today, Alleluia!
our triumphant holy day, Alleluia!
who did once upon the cross, Alleluia!
suffer to redeem our loss. Alleluia!

Hymns of praise then let us sing, Alleluia!
unto Christ, our heavenly King, Alleluia!
who endured the cross and grave, Alleluia!
sinners to redeem and save. Alleluia!

But the pains which he endured, Alleluia!
our salvation have procured, Alleluia!
now above the sky he's King, Alleluia!
where the angels ever sing. Alleluia!

Sing we to our God above, Alleluia!
praise eternal as his love, Alleluia!
praise him, all ye heavenly host, Alleluia!
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Alleluia!

Words: Compleat Psalmodist, 1749
Stanza 4, Charles Wesley (1707-1788)

Music: Easter Hymn, from Lyra Davidica, 11708; adapt. The Compleat Psalmodist, 1749

Hear it at: http://www.oremus.org/hymnal/j/j038.html

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Gratefully. Faithfully. Peacefully.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, April 13, 2009 2:05 AM CDT

The pictures of Alex are beautiful. Even when she was so thin and frail she's still smiling. What a beautiful angel. OMG it breaks my heart reading this story. There were so many people that loved your little girl and never even knew her. She had the heart of an Angel. May she always be with you in spirit. When you feel the breeze on the side of your face, thats her sending you angel kisses.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all..
Emily Hall <301hall@comcast.net>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Thursday, October 2, 2008 1:00 AM CDT

Happy Labor Day Weekend To All!

Dear Liz, Jay, Patrick, Eddie, and Joey,

This Labor Day Weekend, our family thinks of all of our military personnel, our police and fire fighters, our teachers and farmers, our doctors and dentists, and all who work nobly for the public good and the independence and prosperity of their families. May God bless them all.

Alex was remembered, in Holy Eucharist, Saturday afternoon. She will always hold a place in my prayer life.

May God nourish you with all good things, especially hope.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Weekend Collect:

Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.

~The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 233
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, August 31, 2008 4:47 AM CDT

Dear Liz and Jay,

I am thinking abut you today and remembering sweet Alex. May God bless you and all of your family.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

A Collect For Fridays:

Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but
first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he
was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way
of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and
peace; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. Amen.

The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 99
Written By William Reed Huntington (1838-1909)
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, August 22, 2008 2:04 PM CDT

Dear Alex's Mommy and Daddy and brothers,
I just heard all about Alex and am very, very sad. I'm Braden and I live in Colorado. I'm 5 years old and my brother's name is Alex too. It would have been great to meet Alex. I saw her picture and she looks so sweet. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Braden Lein
Arvada, co United States - Wednesday, August 13, 2008 7:55 PM CDT

Although Alex's time here with you was short, it was a very meaningful journey she enjoyed. She has left behind a legacy that will live on and bring hope and inspiration to all she has touched. Our precious child, Natalie, had the same journey and lived for three years with neuroblastoma - we have survived her loss now for 20 years but have never forgotten anything she has given us. You will endure your lives with the memories you have of Alex and of the ways she has touched so many. God bless you all.
Paula Yanez <mayanez@live.com>
Blaine, MN USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2008 1:52 PM CDT

I am sorry for your loss. I will try and raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand. I will be praying for you all xx.
Sharlot <sharlot--@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, July 12, 2008 7:23 AM CDT

just saying hi:)
tahnee <tahneeb22@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, June 15, 2008 7:07 PM CDT

I work at Primary children's Medical Center In Salt lake City, utah. I am a registar I see patients all the time with with cancer all the time. I am hoping in my heart that one day we will find a cure for all childhood cancer. It is said to little kids witth cncer and the are bald.
Lindsey <linlin_29325@yahoo.com>
- Friday, June 6, 2008 4:48 PM CDT

To Alex's Family;

I am having a hard time typing as my teardrops hit the keyboard, we just came back from DCH in Portland, OR. Where we lived when my son was first diagnosed with High Grade Osteosarcoma 1-2006. Today we just found out that his Osteo has came back in his lungs. I had many opinions and they all said the same recurrence, relapse...the two words no parent wants to hear. My son was then given the opportunity to do a clinical trial...THANK YOU ALEX! I know you can hear me, thank you our lil' warrior friend. I hope this helps get closer to a cure from this terrible enemy we call cancer. I will leave Shane's site I just started Feb. 2008 www.caringbridge.org/visit/1shane.

ALEX THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THE WORK YOU ARE DOING UP THERE AND DOWN HERE WE LOVE YOU!

Love, The Christensen Family
The Christensen Family <Eric_Nae@yahoo.com>
Tumalo, OR USA - Tuesday, May 13, 2008 0:12 AM CDT

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Happy Easter Scott Family!

God bless you always, and of course, God bless Alex.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Today's Collect:

Almighty God, who through your only begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, March 23, 2008 1:04 PM CDT

~Palm Sunday Blessings To You All!

Dear Scott Family,

We had the reading of the Passion, at Saturday afternoon Eucharist today, and it will be done again, tomorrow, at all of the services. It is always such a solemn, reverent occasion.

My thoughts are with you tonight, and I will remember Alex, and think of you all, throughout Holy Week.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

The Collect For The Sunday Of The Passion (Palm Sunday):

Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Saturday, March 15, 2008 8:56 PM CDT

Dear Liz, Jay, Patrick, Eddie, and Joey,

Although I do not sign Alex's guest book often, I do remember her frequently, beneath the Jesus and the Children stained glass window. I also often pray for the boys, while I am there. May God bless you all.

I hope 2008 is a year of grace, hope, peace, joy, and many blessings for all of the Scotts.

Grace and peace,

Colette

New Year's Prayer

Oh Thou, who art ever the same,
Grant us so to pass through
the new year with faithful hearts,
that we may be able in all things
to please Thy loving eyes. Amen.

~Mozarabic, 700 A.D.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, January 4, 2008 12:25 AM CST

You have provided my family with a lot of hope through the years and we have supported many a Lemonade Stand campaign. My grandson Eythan was diagnosed with neuroblastoma 6 1/2 years ago and is nearing the end of his battle at age ten. Here's hoping that a cure for childhood cancers comes soon! Thank you for all you do - your family is a true inspiration.
Charlene Shurtleff <charleneshurtleff@hotmail.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Sunday, December 30, 2007 9:59 PM CST

Thinking of You and Wishing You Peace and Comfort this Christmas Season! God Bless!
Love~Hugs~Prayers from S.C.
Darline
Darline Rollins <drollins07@yahoo.com>
Kershaw, S.C. - Monday, December 24, 2007 6:45 PM CST

I am a high school student who has Alex's Lemonade Stand as a project for my community service class. I am very inspired by Alex's dream to find a cure for children's cancer and I hope to help her accomplish it by having my own Lemonade Stand in her memory.
Amber Mallory <ambermallory2@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, December 13, 2007 8:40 PM CST

Happy St. Nicholas Day, Scott Family!

Alex will be remembered often during this season of giving, as she was a model of kindness and generosity, like holy Nicholas of Myra.

God bless you all.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Almighty God, who in your love gave to your servant Nicholas of Myra a perpetual name for deeds of kindness on land and sea: Grant, we pray, that your Church may never cease to work for the happiness of children, the safety of sailors, the relief of the poor, and the help of those tossed by tempests of doubt or grief; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, December 6, 2007 8:40 PM CST

Hi ^Angel Alex^ and Family. I found your site because I visit every CaringBridge site I can find and also on K12. Alex was certainly an amazing little girl and I am working really hard to keep her legacy of hope going on. I am going to open a Alex Lemonade Stand. Alex will always be remembered. FROG, Hugs, and ^^^^^^^^^BUTTERFLY KISSES^^^^^^^^^^^^^!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!~*MoRgAn*~! B+ www.caringbridge.org/visit/morgantaylor
Morgan Taylor <nagrom12345678@yahoo.com>
Douglasville, GA USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 10:43 AM CST

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.

~Melody Beattie

Dear Scott Family,

I just want to say, "Happy Thanksgiving!" to all of you. May you enjoy everything about this holiday weekend, with grateful hearts.

God bless you always.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, November 22, 2007 4:44 AM CST

Dear Scott Family,

Alex was remembered, in Holy Eucharist, at St. George's, last night, on the Feast of All Saints. I am also thinking of Alex, today, on the Feast of All Souls.

God bless you all. I am praying for you.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Almighty God, we remember before you today your faithful servant Alex, and we pray that, having opened to her the gates of larger life, you will receive her more and more into your joyful service, that she may win with you and all your servants everywhere the eternal victory, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Friday, November 2, 2007 1:46 PM CDT

I am in 4th grade and our service project for the year is Alex's lemonade stand. I am also doing a 5-part project and i picked Alex because of her kindness and her courage. I am sorry for your loss.
Katelyn Reichert
west deptford, NJ usa - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 7:54 PM CDT

Happy Columbus Day, Scott Family!

I am thinking of you.

~Colette
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, October 8, 2007 5:16 PM CDT

To the Scott Family,

Although too young to be a parent I know the pain of losing a loved one to cancer. My name is Ryan Tucker and I am 22. I have a lot of friends who have cancer and cancer related illnesses. Most are still with us and some have passed. I cant begin to imagine what you endure each day eventhough it has been 3 years since Alex's passing. I had heard of Alex and her heroic story from my now 9 year old cousin. She was part of one of the many lemonade stands in Alex's honor, one of the ones held shortly before Alexs untimely departure from Earth. I want you to know that since that day that I saw how much heart and soul my cousin put into that one day she helped out at the lemonade stand I have always thought of Alex and you and your family. I plan on holding a charity concert/lemonade stand event sometime in spring 2008 to benefit the Lemonade Stand Foundation. I will make sure that the memory of Alex and her dream is at the forefront of the event. Take care and Blessed Be! I hope that sometime in the future I might have the honor of meeting you both.
Ryan M. Tucker <newchapterentertainment@yahoo.com>
Glens Falls, NY USA - Monday, September 17, 2007 2:50 PM CDT

Happy Labor Day, Scott Family!

I have just had an email from my cousin, Jennifer, who has two little boys. Liam, a new age five, called it "Pregnancy Day," so they have had a discussion of the various meanings of "labor" this morning, before heading out to the parade.

I hope, that whatever plans you have for today, you have a positive day, full of good memories of Alex and of the hope of heaven.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette

Collect For Labor Day:

Almighty God, you have so linked our lives one with another that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide us in the work we do, that we may do it not for self alone, but for the common good; and, as we seek a proper return for our own labor, make us mindful of the rightful aspirations of other workers, and arouse our concern for those who are out of work; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Monday, September 3, 2007 2:27 PM CDT

Dear Alex's family
I'm sorry for your loss
thinking of you on Your Alex's angel day this month
with Love Jacob's Mum

17/June/1991-16/June/2005

Jacob's Mum Our Aussie^i^Jacob 17/06/91-16/06/05
Australia - Monday, August 6, 2007 4:00 AM CDT

Like so many others, I saw Alex's story on TV. It pulled on my heart strings and I never forget about her. I never imagined that one day I would be staring childhood cancer in the face. After all, cancer is something that happens to someone else. Right! On April 13, 2007, my three year old nephew, Lucas Stevens was diagnoses with Biphenotypic Leukemia (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia AND Acute Myeloid Leukemia. That first night in the hospital, I couldn't stop thinking about Alex's story. My 11 year old son and I quickly organized a fund raiser and collected $1550. for Luke. My heart goes out to you, but I hope it brings you some peace that Alex's continues to inspire many people. I admire what you do and sincerely hope Alex's dream of finding a cure will come true soon. I have read many carepages and there are too many children facing this dreaded disease. I found Alex's today and plan to visit the lemonade stand website for more information on ways to help.
Debbie Drennen <debbiedrennen@cfl.rr.com>
Ocoee, Fl US - Sunday, August 5, 2007 2:14 PM CDT

Hi, Stopping by to say Hello and that I'm thinking of your family at this time of year. I hope you can cherish the special memories that you all have, and just take a moment at the wonder of who she is and what she has done (with lots of help from Mom and Dad) for all the children who suffer with cancer. Thanks again Alex and family, Love, Ellen and the kids
Scott A., Kathleen, Sean and Heather
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
http://www.loneliesthour.org-a resource for NB families
Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma - Tuesday, July 31, 2007 8:53 PM CDT

your story is so moving and i think alex is a brave little star and she will be looking down on u smiling nowing that she is never forgotton and always missed and that she is a wonderful child who has touched so many hearts good luck in all you do and keep smiling as your baby can see you
kirsten
london, united kingdom - Monday, July 30, 2007 11:13 AM CDT

Today, Patti Spears from WalMart passed the copy of "Alex and the Amazing Lemonade Stand" on to us for our daughter, Deanna. As you know, she, too, is fighting Neuroblastoma.
I do not remember hearing of Alex prior to his, but now since reading the websites, I must say that she was and continues to be a supreme inspiration. The outpouring of love and support that Deanna has been shown from family, friends, and the community has been overwhelming, and I hope someday to be able to pay-it-forward, so to speak.

Most days I can take things as they come because Deanna is a very happy kid, even during chemo - when she's happy, I'm happy. It's like "what cancer?" But my emotions start swirling each time I hear of a case like this, where a child was diagnosed young, (even younger than Deanna who was 14 months at the time of diagnosis) yet still loses the battle. It scares me to no end, and I am always curious of the circumstances and details.
We are extremely thankful and lucky that Deanna's tumor grew where it did so that it affected her leg and we knew there was a problem before the cancer had spread. We are also very lucky that she does not have the myc-n gene that amplifies the condition.
I only wish that there was more out there, on the web, talking about long-term survival of kids with this type of cancer. Unfortunately, every time I go looking, I only find stories like your daughter's....beautiful, brave angels who eventually lose the fight.

Your continued work to raise money for cancer research is amazing, and I whole-heartedly thank you for the book, and making us aware.

God bless you and your family,
Katrina Johnson <kjohnson@pcconnection.com>
Winchester, NH USA - Monday, July 23, 2007 9:54 AM CDT

A 1,000 mile journey starts with one step (Tao).
Upon reading your journey with a child who was terminally ill with cancer, I commend you on all your efforts to sustain this childs memory.
Christina Biggica
Hershey , PA USA - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 1:54 PM CDT

I love Alex! She is an Angel
Karen
Aston, PA USA - Thursday, June 14, 2007 10:45 PM CDT

Your Alex made her mark on my life several years ago when I saw her on tv. I remember thinking how horrendous it would be to have a child battling cancer.

Today, I know the horrific roller coaster that a cancer diagnosis brings. You see, our son, Jarrett was diagnosed with melanoma at 13. We were told he was going to be just fine....95% survival rate....

16 months ago--Jarrett died. He had just turned seventeen. Jarrett, the high school quarterback, the point guard, the left fielder drove his truck, hung out with his friends and insisted that he was going to be "fine" until ten days before he died. He wasn't a cancer victim. Like Alex, Jarrett was a cancer hero.

I have carried your daughter's story with me for a long time. Tonight, I wanted to introduce you to the story of Jarrett Boston.

I wish you days of even and moments of happiness,

Michelle Wansley Boston
caringbridge.org/visit/jarrettboston

Michelle Boston <gboston@bellsouth.net>
- Saturday, June 9, 2007 8:25 PM CDT

Dear Liz and Jay,
The lemon bars are made. The fliers have been handed out. The Alvarez girls are at the ready to man their second stand! Our hearts are full of the courage your daughter has given us, and our little friend, Althea, occupies our memories. May the donations we collect prolong the lives of children affected by cancer. Thank you for giving us a vessel in which to pour our energy. We are touched and inspired by your work and look forward to contributing in the years to come. Until no cancer is left.
Linda Alvarez
Hollywood, FL - Friday, June 8, 2007 9:50 PM CDT

Currently Collin is a Leukemia patient at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. We are very inspired by Alex's story and we wish all the children with cancer a cure!
Collin Stone and Mom <Sandystone3@msn.com>
Pottstown, PA USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 1:51 PM CDT

With Much Love
Miss Shannon & Miss Samantha "Froggy" <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Missing & Remembering *Alexandra* - Sunday, May 13, 2007 4:15 AM CDT

Hello my name is Jodi Tilton and I live in Cambridge V.T.
you are all a very amazing family Youre daughters story is so touching what an amazing and bright child I am very sorry about the paine you live through every day I really feel for you when you say you miss her more every day I know how you feel I lost a baby boy when I was 5 months along and the paine is unbelievable. I am so thankful as for my other children I have a 7year old little girl and a 5 year old little boy and they are wonderful and healthy and so much fun.
Jodi M Tilton <Jtilton3@hotmail.com>
Cambridge, vt U.S.A - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 6:23 PM CDT

Hello my name is Jodi Tilton I live in cambridge V.T. and youre daughters story really touched my family and I. I have two children of my own ages 5 and 7 and I cant imagine the paine you have all gone through. My family and I wanted to know how we could help with the Lemonade stand for June?
Jodi M Tilton <Jtilton3@hotmail.com>
21 Anderson Rd. Cambridge , V.T. U.S.A - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 6:09 PM CDT

I remember when Alex's Lemonade stands were first introduced. Unfortunately, i didn't see much of it afterwards and truthfully didn't think about it as I got so wrapped up in my own personal life. I just saw a new story titled "Alex's Lemonade still around". I went onto your website and read all the entries. I have a daughter who is 6. I could not bear the thought of something happening to her and no one helping. A sudden feeling of guilt came over me for not doing more for our children. I am dedicating myself to the cause and will do whatever I can to get Alex's message out there. She was a beautiful little girl. Thank you Alex for making people aware.
Sandy <sdmangan1@comcast.net>
Union, NJ - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 1:33 PM CDT

I like her lemonade
Caitlin Maguire
Bryn Mawr, PA Delaware - Saturday, April 14, 2007 7:02 PM CDT

Blessings On Easter Morning!

"Welcome, happy morning!"
age to age shall say:
hell today is vanquished,
heaven is won today!
Lo! the dead is living,
God for evermore!
Him their true Creator,
all his works adore!

Refrain:
"Welcome, happy morning!" age to age shall say.

Earth her joy confesses,
clothing her for spring,
all fresh gifts return
with her returning King:
bloom in every meadow,
leaves on every bough,
speak his sorrow ended,
hail his triumph now.

Months in due succession,
days of lengthening light,
hours and passing moments
praise thee in their flight.
Brightness of the morning,
sky and fields and sea,
Vanquisher of darkness,
bring their praise to thee.

Maker and Redeemer,
life and health of all,
thou from heaven beholding
human nature's fall,
of the Father's Godhead
true and only Son,
mankind to deliver,
manhood didst put on.

Thou, of life the Author,
death didst undergo,
tread the path of darkness,
saving strength to show;
come then, true and faithful,
now fulfill thy word,
'tis thine own third morning!
rise, O buried Lord!

Loose the souls long prisoned,
bound with Satan's chain;
all that now is fallen
raise to life again;
show thy face in brightness,
bid the nations see;
bring again our daylight:
day returns with thee!

Words: Fortunatus, (ca. 535-600);
trans. John Ellerton (1826-1893), 1868

Music: Fortunatus (Arthur Seymour Sullivan, 1872)
Hear it at: http://www.oremus.org/hymnal/w/w189.html
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Sunday, April 8, 2007 1:36 AM CDT

With Much Love
Miss Shannon & My Baby Bunny <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Missing & Remembering *Alexandra* - Saturday, April 7, 2007 5:03 PM CDT

HAPPY ST. PADDY'S DAY!!!

With Much Love
Irish Sammi & her Irish Mommy <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Missing & Remembering *Alex* - Saturday, March 17, 2007 9:27 AM CDT

i saw your website.. alex looked like such a great person.. she is truely an inspiration!!
thinking of you,

Leah
- Saturday, March 10, 2007 8:27 PM CST

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

With Much Love
Miss Samantha Therese & her Mommy <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Missing & Remembering *Alexandra* - Wednesday, February 14, 2007 9:23 AM CST

I feel bad that I haven't been by your page in awhile.Lots going on here.But that does not mean that I don't think of you for I always do.I do stop by your page to see and read the updates just haven't had time to sign your guestbook.

Valentines...... To Heaven

This Valentine is not of the ordinary kind,
Its still filled with love...and blessings inside;
But mine has to be sent on the wings of love...
You see its destination is the Heavens above.

Its not being sent to my parents so dear,
For they are still with me each day of the year;
Its being sent to my child...who left earth so soon,
Who's now in the Heavens with the stars and the moon.

The message is the same as your valentine,
"I love you...my sweet precious child of mine;
My love is still deeper than the ocean is blue,
And its sent with hugs and kisses...from me to you."

"I know you are with me each and every day,
You listen as I talk to you...and hear what I say;
For that is one thing that disease cannot do...
...you'll always be apart of me...and me a part of you."

"I know God did not give you the awful disease,
Thank Him for His comfort He gives me...would you please?
I dont know what I would do without His undying love...
Sent to bereaved parents from the Heavens above."

"I know you are in the best of care,
But it's so hard for us left on earth to bear;
Could you put in a request from us left behind...
For God to send the knowledge..so a cure we can find."

"So that no other family has to go through this pain,
Our lives without you will never be the same;
When I get lonely I will look to the sky at night...
And see you shining down your big bright light."
**~

BRENDA~**MY LOVING DAD'S SITE WITH A NEW YEAR ANOTHER ANGEL <brurka@shaw.ca>
****Edmonton~Alberta~Canada****, - Saturday, February 10, 2007 9:11 PM CST

Tears fill my eyes whenever I read of your daughter and your loss....my heart aches for you. You little girls is beautiful and looks just like her mother. I am sorry for your loss.
Debra Kohlenberg <debrakohlenberg@yahoo.com>
Bensale, PA USA - Saturday, January 6, 2007 7:56 AM CST

Dear Liz and Family,

Alex is not forgotten. I often remember her beneath the Jesus and the Children stained glass window, in our church, and I am sure those who personally knew her think of her on a very regular basis. God bless her sweet spirit.

I hope you, Jay, and the boys are all well and that 2007 is a year of grace, hope, healing, and peace for all of you.

God bless you all, and God bless all of Alex's classmates and friends.

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette~
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, January 4, 2007 0:53 AM CST

Wishing your family a VERY happy and healthy New Year!

With Much Love
Sammi & her Mommy <humphity@gmail.com>
*Alexandra* is forever in my heart - Monday, January 1, 2007 7:45 AM CST

Merry Christmas! May God Bless You!
Love~Hugs~Prayers from South Carolina
Darline Rollins <drollins07@yahoo.com>
Kershaw , S.C. - Monday, December 25, 2006 7:39 PM CST

I see the countless Christmas 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 am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear
but the sound of music can't compare with the Christmas choir up here.

I have no words to tell you of the joy their voices bring
for it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your heart
for I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I can't tell you of the splendor or the peace here in this place
Can you just imagine Christmas with our Savior face to face?

I'll ask him to lift your spirit as I tell him of your love
so then pray for one another as you lift your eyes above.

Please let your hearts be joyful and let your spirit sing
for I am spending Christmas in heaven and I'm walking with the King.

With Much Love
One Good Little Girl & Her Mommy <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Remembering *Alexandra* - Sunday, December 24, 2006 9:35 PM CST

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this holiday season.
Kari Gillen
Keller, TX - Monday, December 11, 2006 10:52 PM CST

About two years ago, I was interning at a cumulus radio station in Harrisburg, and that was the first time I came across Alex's Lemonade Stand. I believe some of the stations were helping to promote some sort of walk in Harrisburg in honor of Alex and to raise money for childhood cancer. But it was not until recently I became increasingly interested in it. I go to HACC and I am in the process of wrapping up a service learning project. We could have chose anything we wanted to help support, but after researching about Alex, there was no other cause I would rather support. So me and my group held a lemonade stand in honor of Alex at the HACC campus 3 different times. I would simply like to say, from what I have read about Alex and her determination, that she has rather inspired me. I would just like to thank her and her family for continuing such a wonderful cause. I plan on helping again the near future.
-Jenn
Jenn <withathis7knifex@cs.com>
PA - Wednesday, November 29, 2006 9:22 PM CST

Hello,
I wanted to let you know our daughter, Elizabeth Garey, successfully honored Lana Beth Webster with an "Alex Lemonade Stand" at a Boyd-Buchanan School homecoming football game in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was able to raise $800.00 in her honor to go towards research. Thank you for having such a great idea to help honor children with this terrible disease. My prayers and praises go out to you. Thank you for sharing Alex with others. She looks like a beautiful child. Thinking of you, Kim Garey
kim garey <kimsg3@hotmail.com>
Ooltewah, tn usa - Saturday, September 30, 2006 7:38 PM CDT

Hello, Renee. I am praying for you! I was so shocked when Lee called to tell us the news.

I called Joel this morning - he probably told you already that we talked. You have such a great family!!

Bob and I wish we were closer so we could come see you, but I'll bet the hospital has told you there isn't enough room for all your visitors!!

We are thinking about you and praying for your speedy recovery to good health!!
Pam Ishmael <pishmael@ouhsd.org>
Oroville, CA USA - Saturday, September 9, 2006 8:24 PM CDT

I saw Alex's story on tv. A child at our school was diagnosed with a brain tumor last summer, she is in remission now and had raised enough money to build Elizabeth's corner at the Siteman Cancer Center in Saint Louis. I am a leader of a Brownie Troop at her school and would love to do a Lemonaide stand dedicated to her!!!!
Christina Cole <Sweapie@aol.com>
Saint Louis, - Thursday, August 24, 2006 8:42 PM CDT

I have been one of your "lurkers", checking your site often and praying for you, but not signing in. Please know that I have and will continue to keep your incredible family in my prayers.
Laura Lynn and my two miracle nephews, Asher and Angel Jacob: www.caringbridge.org/visit/asherandjacob <laurainsem@yahoo.com>
Gettysburg, Pa - Monday, August 7, 2006 0:14 AM CDT

I can't believe it's been 2 years since your baby passed... I'm so sorry.

My daughter saw some of the 76'ers on Thursday. She was given a book with all their stats & stuff in it. There was a picture of Alex in it recieving something at Center Court. I showed them that that's Alex from the Lemonade Stand. They all wanted to see the picture. When they see a lemonade stand they want to buy lemonade to support Alex's cause.

It's incredible how you are carring on Alex's Legacy. She will NEVER be forgotten.
Jenn Hartley <ronjenn696@prodigy.net>
- Saturday, August 5, 2006 9:07 AM CDT

Hi Guys, thinking of you this week. I hope your happy memories can comfort you and bring you peace this week. It is evident that you continue to be guided by your angel baby. God Bless, Love, Ellen
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson

Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, ma - Wednesday, August 2, 2006 11:34 PM CDT

I also saw the show about Dad's Day and man oh man was I in tears I have been reading your site for awhile now but never signed the guest book SORRY! But after seeing the show I just had to sign what an amazing family you are!! I will continue to pray for your family!!
Kim Winkler <kimwinkler70@hotmail.com>
Springhill, Louisiana - Monday, July 10, 2006 10:32 PM CDT

Dear Lizz,

Thank you for posting an update in the middle of so many exciting activites with the lemonade stands and of your deep sorrow.

Indeed, I am still checking the site from time to time. Alex's beautiful light and ambitious mission keeps shining So bright, so far... As of now I will keep checking up on you all on her other site.

My heart and thoughts are with you all, in awe for all you accomplish, in sorrow for your loss, in faith that you will achieve your goal. Warm congratulations for the impressive success of the Lemonade Stands week-end.

May peace be with you and the whole family.

With much love,
Eva

Eva Van den Broeck <eva.michaele@skynet.be>
Brussels, Belgium - Saturday, July 8, 2006 8:55 AM CDT

With Much Love,
Shannon, Jim & Our Patriotic Girl <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Remembering *Alexandra* - Monday, July 3, 2006 1:30 PM CDT

I JUST GOT HOME FROM ACME WITH MY WIFE, AND I WAS THRILLED TO SEE ALEX'S LEMONADE ON SALE THERE!!! I HAVE NO CLUE WHAT I WOULD DO WITH ALL THE LEMONADE BUT I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT IT HAD THEY HAD IT. I WILL BE LOOKING AT ALL THE ACMES IN THE AREA OF DELEWARE COUNTY TO FIND IT.
JOHN RAGEN <1UNIONWORKER@COMCAST.NET>
CLIFTON HEIGHTS, PA USA - Friday, June 30, 2006 9:45 PM CDT

Are you still going to be updating the site?
mary <redefeatbush2004@comcast.net>
- Saturday, June 24, 2006 1:28 PM CDT

WHAT A WONDERFUL WAY TO HONNOR ALEX AND HER DADDY. I WAS BROUGHT TO TEARS MANY TIMES LAST NIGHT AS I WATCHED DADS DAY. KNOWING HOW DEDICATED YOUR FAMILY HAS BEEN TO RESEARCH AND AS A FAITHFUL LURKER I KNEW MUCH OF ALEX'S TESTIMONAL ALREADY.
I HOPE THAT MUCH AWARENESS IS BROUGHT TO ALEX'S LEMONAIDE STAND AND YOU BYPASS THAT 5 MILLION GOAL IN 2006.

AUDRA

www.caringbridge.org/fl/tymichaelschmidt
AUDRA TIM ALEX AND TY-MICHAEL <grlwndr68@hotmail.com>
STUART, FL - Friday, June 23, 2006 6:13 AM CDT

Hey! I saw a special about your family on TV and thought it was time to sign on and say that I am still thinking about all of you.
Laurie McDaniel <lauriemc@uga.edu>
Johnson City, TN - Tuesday, June 20, 2006 7:36 PM CDT

Many best wishes on Father's Day.
The Moore Family <shannonkmoore@comcast.net>
West Hartford, CT - Saturday, June 17, 2006 7:10 PM CDT

With Much Love,
Shannon, Jim & Miss Samantha <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Remembering *Alex* - Saturday, June 17, 2006 5:50 PM CDT

Thinking and praying for you today.

Love, Karen
Karen S. Perdue
Plano, TX USA - Wednesday, June 14, 2006 12:52 AM CDT

hi
becky swallows <gary swallows@sbcglobal.net>
chander, in usa - Thursday, May 25, 2006 7:55 AM CDT

I was waiting to eat at Cracker Barrel for lunch today, and saw a kit for Alex's Lemonade. I thought it was wonderful and was reminded to share her story with a new friend. Just letting you know that I am still praying for your family.
Laurie McDaniel <lauriemc@uga.edu>
Johnson City, TN - Sunday, April 30, 2006 7:40 PM CDT

I think this is a wonderful thing you are doing to help kids and to remember your daughter. Canandaigua Academy in Canandaigua, New York is setting up a project in the economics classes to help raise money to donate to alex's lemonade stand. you will be getting this contrubution in time.
samantha foster <baby222222220@yahoo.com>
canandaigua, ny united states - Wednesday, April 26, 2006 11:32 AM CDT

Dear Liz, Jay, Patrick, Eddie, and Joey,

I have though of Alex often in the last months. I am sorry I haven't signed her guest book, but I often remember her in Eucharist, at St. George's. May God bless her sweet spirit!

Thank you for posting the picture of her burial plot and the information about the lemonade stand earnings. Alex's legacy is outstanding!

During pre-Lent and Lent, I invited others to join me in praying regularly for advances in cancer prevention, cure, and patient care. I hope those reading this note will pause, right now, at their computers, and pray a prayer of thanksgiving for Alex's life and an earnest petition for medical breakthroughs. (I just did.)

God bless you all during this holy and life giving season of Easter!

Grace, peace, love, and all good,

~Colette~

The Collect For The Saturday In Holy Week:

We thank you, heavenly Father, that you have delivered us from the dominion of sin and death and brought us into the Kingdom of your Son; and we pray that, as by his death he has recalled us to life, so by his love he may raise us to eternal joys; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

~The Book Of Common Prayer, Page 224
Colette
Clifton Park, NY U.S.A. - Saturday, April 22, 2006 9:51 AM CDT

We share the same journey and my well wishes are sent your way and to others who are also following the same path.
Teresa Sperger and family
Aldergrove, bc canada - Tuesday, April 18, 2006 2:03 PM CDT

Hi I think that Alex's lemonade stand was a terrific idea!I have worked to raise money for cancer research, and I hate cancer. I have the kit for Alex's lemonade stand, and enjoyed reading your book and learning about Alex. She is a hero!!!!!!!!!
Hayley Scott ,age 8 <haypie8@yahoo.com>
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR usa - Saturday, April 1, 2006 5:21 PM CST

This is a very inspiring story
Josie Grant & Jenifer Grant <BttCricket@aol.com>
Shelby, NC United States - Saturday, March 25, 2006 10:52 AM CST

Hi Liz and family. I spoke to you today and was so encouraged by you. Some days it is very hard to stay in the world of childhood cancer but what keeps me going (apart from my wonderful husband and Killian's amazing brothers) is the joy in believing that we really can make a difference for all the other children out there who are still suffering from this ugly disease. My own version of Killian's story is at www.caringbridge.org/ga/killianowen if you would like to read it. With love and blessings, Grainne Owen - Killian's mom.
www.curingkidscancer.org.
Grainne Owen <grainne@curingkidscancer.org>
Marietta, GA USA - Wednesday, March 22, 2006 9:46 PM CST

Wanted to stop by to say again how awesome your family is and how much it touches me to know how much one little girl touched the whole world so much. This year we are holding our first lemonade stand and I am as excited as the kids. Prayers and hugs to you all. May god bless you and give you comfort as you do every parent you meet.
http://www.caringbridge.org/pa/jaredstrayer
Connie Strayer mom to Jared (4) dx NB stage IV 7/03 and Kirsten (7) <tinkerbell53@netzero.net>
Carlisle, PA - Monday, March 20, 2006 4:34 AM CST

With Much Love
Shannon, Jim & Our Little Leprechaun <humphity@gmail.com>
Always Remembering *Alex* - Friday, March 17, 2006 8:08 AM CST

i am here to support Alex's lemonade stand, and to help fight childhood cancers.
Tina W.
Hatboro, PA United States - Monday, March 13, 2006 4:30 PM CST

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