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I can't believe how much Jack and Charlie seem to be a like. Did your AVT know what was going on with Charlie. Mine didn't she thought maybe he wasn't moving along with speech because of Behavior, Sensory intergration, oral motor. We had all of the evaulations done and they came back that nothing was wrong. I finally got a second opinion from another AVT and she said he is "classic" apraxic. I'm so made at myself for waisting time and not going with my gut that something was not being addressed and feeling like a failure as a AV parent. Now I know this was not the case and Jack acutally did have another issue. I'm just so glad changes are happening so quickly. Look forward to me info on Charlie. He is a sweetie.
Julie Robbins <jimjulierobbins@comcast.net>
Yorkville, IL 60560 - Wednesday, March 7, 2007 10:34 PM CST

Hi Charlie, we love your page! You are an adorable little boy and we love hearing about how well you are doing with your bilateral CIs!!! We are excited for you to get your OPUS 2s as well. Pray that the FDA doesnt take too long to approve them!!!! Lets keep in touch! Don't forget to visit Hayley's page too for updates on us!!!!! Love the Hartfelder Family: Jillian, Rick, April and Hayley
Jillian Hartfelder www.caringbridge.com/visit/hayleyhartfelder <Justapilotswife@yahoo.com >
Illesheim, Germany - Wednesday, January 24, 2007 2:56 PM CST

Charlie is adorable! My daughter, Tessa, has a CI too and will be getting her 2nd one in March. She is 4 as well and this year has been absolutely amazing for us too. The Wiggles looked like fun. By the way, we lived in VA beach when Tessa was born. It's a small world.
Sara <homefiresburning@gmail.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, January 17, 2007 3:50 PM CST

I just read the last few entries in the journal. It is so much fun to read them. Emmi is down to her last few appointments before her second surgery, and we are really looking forward to it. Especially now that I read how great Charlie is doing with two. Hope all is well.
Tricia and Emmi, www.caringbridge.org/tx/emmipaige
Houston, TX - Wednesday, January 10, 2007 9:18 AM CST

Congratulations on Charlie's progress. He's a step ahead of my granddaughter (tx/emmipaige) and it's nice to read about what he's doing. Happy Holiday Season to you all.
Linda
Irving, TX - Sunday, December 24, 2006 1:43 PM CST

Charlie looks darling! He will do great with his CI. I love the way you describe his words! Auditory therapy will help tremendously. You are doing great with him. I, too, have a profound hearing loss that was discovered at the age of 2 with no family history of deafness. I received a CI last year and will go bilateral in January. I wore hearing aids for most of my life, am a wife, mother of four children (three are boys!), and work as an accountant. Nothing is impossible!
Laurie P <ldpullins@aol.com>
Maryville, TN USA - Saturday, November 4, 2006 7:30 AM CST

Michele,
It is great to read your update! Charlie is adorable. I am so happy to read about his progress. Potty training- well that is my least favorite part of parenthood :-)
So glad to read that all is well.
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Monday, October 23, 2006 6:54 PM CDT

Good job Charlie love you Grandma.
Barbara Jerome
Virginia Beach, VA USA - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 3:07 PM CDT

WOMAN update your boys site!!!! ;) Hope all is well!!
Heather Harwood <heatherharwood@cox.net>
- Thursday, August 10, 2006 8:18 PM CDT

Congratulations on the continued adding of new words and good luck with the potty training!
Linda
Irving, TX - Tuesday, June 13, 2006 7:44 PM CDT

That word list didn't bore me! My granddaughter Emmi (www.caringbridge.org/visit/emmi) was implanted with her first cochlear implant two weeks ago. The whole extended family is waiting for May 23, when she will hear again for the first time. (We hope!) Thanks for the inspirational update and for including your son's website on the Hearing Companions site.
Linda
Irving, TX - Thursday, May 11, 2006 2:11 PM CDT

It's about darn time you updated you slacker! LOL I'm super happy to hear about Charlie's latest accomplishments!! YOu sound so excited, and I'm excited for you!!
Heather Harwood (and Bob and Morgan and Remy) <heatherharwood@cox.net>
Virginia Beach, Va - Tuesday, May 9, 2006 10:43 PM CDT

I'm so excited to hear that Charlie is saying so much! I know you have got to be on Cloud 9. We missed you at the picnic, but hope we can get together someday soon!

Love, Megan, Paul, Madalyn and Jarrett
Megan Hopkins <hopkinsmegan@cox.net>
Williamsburg, VA - Saturday, April 29, 2006 10:13 AM CDT

The slacker mom returns!! I have been checking this darn site daily! heehee SUPER happy to hear aboutt he burst in language! That's wonderful!! Rock on Charlie!!
Heather Harwood (and Bob and Morgan and Remy) <heatherharwood@cox.net>
- Saturday, April 1, 2006 4:43 PM CST

Wow! What a wonderful update with such exciting news! We are so happy for you, Charlie and for your Mommy and family, too. Keep up the great progress!
Love,
The Skergan Family
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Saturday, April 1, 2006 6:15 AM CST

Hi Charlie!
Yay for binaural hearing!!! That is great that you are doing so well. We love your latest pictures. Happy New Year! We are looking forward to reading all about your bilateral journey.
Love,
The Skergans
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Sunday, January 8, 2006 9:36 AM CST

Good Morning Charlie it's December 16th your big day, I can't wait for your Mom to give us an update. I love you. Grandma
Barbara Jerome <Bjerome@vbschools.com>
Virginia Beach, VA 23462 - Friday, December 16, 2005 6:47 AM CST

Way to go Charlie! Congratulations on your second CI! How exciting. We can't wait to read about your progress. We are so glad that your surgery went well and hope that you are happily healing.
Love and Hugs,

Dave, Natalie, Sarah, Rachel and Sophie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Wednesday, November 16, 2005 1:16 PM CST

Charlie I'm so proud of you your such a brave wonderful little boy. I Love You Grandma
Barbara Jerome <bjerome@vbschools.com>
Virginia Beach, VA 23462 - Tuesday, November 15, 2005 11:10 AM CST

Flarp is music to his ears! So glad you made it through the surgery! We were all sending good (steady) and of course, DEEP insertion thoughts to Strasnick's surgeons hands. Can't wait for his turn on day! Glad the dope worked for all!
Love and hugs!!!
Claire <jacobsca@jmu.edu>
- Tuesday, November 15, 2005 7:48 AM CST

You Rock Charlie! Michelle - just keep him on the "dope" and he will be great! Congrats! Talk more soon!
Love ya!
Missy <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Va Bch, va - Tuesday, November 15, 2005 6:14 AM CST

YAY Charlie!! We were all rooting fo ryou! SOunds like all is well. . .Can't wait till your turn on so you can hear the FLARP for yourself!! Remy thinks it's hillarious as i'm sur eyuo will too!! WE love ya babe!
Heather Harwood <heatherharwood@cox.net>
Virginia Beach, va - Tuesday, November 15, 2005 6:13 AM CST

Congratulations Charlie on a successful second implant! Now you will be hearing things in stereo! You have really grown up! We look forward to more updates!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <cbc@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX - Monday, November 14, 2005 10:36 PM CST

Yay Charlie! This is great news!! We will be thinking of you and praying for a successful surgery on Monday.
Love and Hugs,

Dave, Natalie, Sarah, Rachel and Sophie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Friday, November 11, 2005 2:45 PM CST

Yeah Charlie! You just keep on talking and making all those sweet sounding words!!!!!!!!
Claire <jacobsca@jmu.edu>
- Thursday, September 29, 2005 9:25 PM CDT

I think your Charlie is doing quite well from what you have said on the post. My daughter's "hearing b-day" is three days after Charlie's, but she was 2years and 2months old. She is now saying several hundred words, not all clearly, but she is a year older than Charlie. When he is her age, he will be well beyond what she is doing! You are very blessed! Hang in there, I know how hard the whole process is!
Erin Lambert <tahoetreefort@yahoo.com>
Reno, NV USA - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 10:04 AM CDT

It is a miracle! your mom remembered how to do a post!! hurrah!
:) Just checking in and hoping for a surgery date this fall!!

Missy Colley <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Virginia Beach, - Thursday, August 4, 2005 1:23 PM CDT

Hello Charlie and family!
We love your latest pictures and your recent update sounds great! You are working hard to make all of that progress in such a short time. Way to go Charlie! Happy Hearing Birthday. Can't believe it has been a year already. And now you are in the process of exploring a bilateral CI- that is exciting.
Tell Mommy to keep writing the great updates about you!
Love,
The Skergans <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Tuesday, May 31, 2005 6:15 PM CDT

Hi Charlie!
You are doing such a great job! We had to check in and see how things are going. Sounds like you are doing well. Tell your Mommy that she is doing a great job, too.
Love,
Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Thursday, February 24, 2005 5:22 PM CST

Hey Charlie you need to teach you sister how to spell. Hee-Hee
Grandma
Barbara Jerome
Virginia Beach, Va - Wednesday, February 16, 2005 12:59 AM CST

hi charlie.
im bored.
i hope you dont cry on my birthday.
yay.
i hope you learn how to say happy birthay best sister evern within the next 2 days.

<33
brittany <i3eachgurli3rit@yahoo.com>
- Monday, January 31, 2005 5:34 PM CST

Hi Charlie! Getting ready for Santa?
Love,
Claire (new email address)
claire jacobson <clairejacobso@gmail.com>
- Thursday, December 16, 2004 9:06 AM CST

Hey Charlie... love the glasses! My mom laughed at that picture. Glad to hear you're doing well. Before our moms know it we'll be having conversations with each other!
Ryan Kearns, www.caringbridge.org/va/ryanbay <lisak555@cox.net>
norfolk, va - Tuesday, November 30, 2004 8:39 PM CST

oh! the eyeballs are TOO MUCH! I laughed so hard I got the hickups when I saw your latest photo!!!
hugs and chuckles!
Claire
claire jacobson <clairejacobso@mac.com>
norfolk, va usa - Sunday, November 28, 2004 9:32 PM CST

Hi Charlie,
We just checked in and we LOVE your Late Night with Charlie O'Brien costume!! You are such a cutie. And we love reading about your great progress. Glad that you had a good vacation.
Love,
Natalie, Dave, Sarah and Rachel
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com www.caringbridge.org/nc/rachelskergan>
Raleigh, NC - Sunday, November 28, 2004 9:09 PM CST

Hi Charlie,
You are doing such a good job! Tell Mommy that it is okay if you watch your DVDs- I think that the ones that you are watching are quite educational and it is good stimulation for your brain. I wish Rachel liked watching TV or DVDs- her older sister really does and her language skills and comprehension amaze us and I know some of it is due to what she watches on TV or DVDs. And your mommy is right- it is better than a meltdown! Keep up the good work. We will be checking back soon.
Love and Hugs,
Rachel, Sarah, Natalie and Dave Skergan
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Sunday, November 14, 2004 7:36 PM CST

Hey Charlie!

It sounds like you are starting to sing up a storm! We are so glad to hear that you are doing so well and your photos speak a thousand words! You sure look like one happy little guy! We are so proud of you! Hang in there mom! Emma just started saying "mama" and "dada" and "horse" with clarity here lately (in the last 3 weeks)! Like you said, "it is just around the corner."
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <cookfamily@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Friday, October 22, 2004 7:35 PM CDT

Hi Charlie,
I am glad you are doing so well! My mommy loves to read your updates. We are so happy that the MED-EL folks along with your mommy have figured out the problem. I like to snack on my coil, too. Keep up the great work! You look very handsome in your latest picture. Give your mommy a big hug because she is doing a fantastic job with you!!!
Love,
Rachel and family
Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Wednesday, October 13, 2004 1:02 PM CDT

Hi Charlie. Sounds like you're making your mom proud. We're enjoying keeping up with your progress. I liked to yank cords when I was your age too and I still have some teeth marks in my coil.
Ryan Kearns, www.caringbridge.org/va/ryanbay <lisak555@cox.net>
Norfolk, VA - Friday, September 24, 2004 11:28 PM CDT

Hello Charlie!
Wow- you are making great progress! Go Charlie Go! Your mommy writes the best journal entries- she makes my mommy smile. I hope you have a great weekend.
Love,
Rachel
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Friday, September 10, 2004 9:15 AM CDT

Hi Charlie and family!
As the mom of a child with a cochlear implant, all of your entries feel very familiar. Everything seems to progress in slow motion at first and then something happens and they add new sounds daily. Katya (27 months and 7 months post-activation) tries so many new sounds that I have to keep a journal!!! It is so exciting, I almost wonder everyday at how much she has improved. In 3 months you will look back and realize he is babbling and talking. Keep up the good work. It is a joy to read about your beautiful little boy. It would be fun, one day, to have a reunion of all the kids implanted in 2004!!!

homepage: www.caringbridge.org/sd/katya

Anne Britton <drsbritton@rap.midco.net>
Rapid City, SD USA - Monday, August 30, 2004 10:39 PM CDT

Hi Charlie
Just checking your photos. You are growing up so fast!!!!
Claire <cjacobso@chkd.com>
- Wednesday, August 25, 2004 6:55 PM CDT

Hey Charlie,
What a cutie you are! We're diggin' your website and are inspired by the progress you have made. We know it's not always easy but KEEP IT UP!
Ken and Mary Slobodkin <slobodkin@cox.net>
Virginia Beach, VA USA - Thursday, August 19, 2004 3:26 PM CDT

I love the haircut! What a little stud!

Lets get these kids together to play soon!
Missy and Emma Colley <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Va Bch, VA - Monday, August 9, 2004 12:42 AM CDT

Yay Charlie!!! You are doing so well and it is great to read your mommy's updates. We love your new pictures!! Keep up the great work. I can't wait to follow in your footsteps.
Love,
Rachel
Natalie, Dave, Sarah and Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Monday, August 9, 2004 8:57 AM CDT

Lets see those pictures!

Hope to see you guys soon!! The baby should be here any day now!

Missy and Emma Colley <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Va Beach, VA - Monday, August 2, 2004 6:37 PM CDT

I loved the Rockabilly Combover comment!!! We are so happy to hear of Charlie's progress. It sounds like he and Emma are well on course to talking our ears off before long! I know what you mean by the patience thing with the expressive language. Emma is now saying "out" and "up" as clear as can be. Two weeks ago, no words. This week she has three. Who knows what the coming weeks will bring! Charlie is such an inspiration!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <cookfamily@christopherbcook.com>
McKinney, TX USA - Wednesday, July 28, 2004 0:20 AM CDT

Hi Charlie!
We are so happy to read about your great progress- keep up the fantastic work!! Thank you to your mommy for her sweet guestbook entries on our website- she has been so helpful and supportive. Rachel is healing well. We look forward to meeting you and your family someday! I know that I will have lots of questions for your mommy about Rachel's CI device once she is activated. Take care and have fun!
Love,
Dave, Natalie, Sarah and Rachel
Natalie Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Sunday, July 25, 2004 8:50 AM CDT

WOW Charlie!! You are hearing and listening just like we all hoped you would! You're taking it all in right now- what a bright beautiful boy you are!
love you!
Claire
Claire Jacobson <cjacobso@chkd.com>
- Wednesday, July 7, 2004 7:33 PM CDT

Hi Charlie,
We are so glad that you are doing so awesome! Keep up the great work. We love reading your mommy's updates on your progress. Your pictures are so adorable!
Love,
Dave, Natalie, Sarah and Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Thursday, July 1, 2004 6:44 PM CDT

Charlie, you are adorable. I am so glad to "meet" you and your mommy. Your an inspiration to all of us.
Beth Carr <bwcarr@sbcglobal.net>
Houston, TX - Thursday, July 1, 2004 8:57 AM CDT

Awfully cute photo Charlie!!!! I just love all you kids... and your mommies and daddies too!
hugs, hugs and more hugs
Claire
Claire <cjacobso@chkd.com>
- Monday, June 7, 2004 8:39 PM CDT

Michele,
Thank you so much for sharing your website with me. Charlie is darling and truly another blessing to me, being in this line of work. I look forward to assisiting you and to having many updates on Charlie in the future.
Sincerely,
Brandi
Brandi Allman <ballman@medelus.com>
Durham, NC 27713 - Monday, May 24, 2004 9:04 AM CDT

Aww Michelle your journal entery was SO GREAT! It make me smile to see how happy Charlie is doing. . .i Hope his AV went well! I'm so glad we found each other (THANKS CLAIRE!) through the group and that our boys are almost identical in age. They will forever have a buddy "just like them". My wishes for continued success in sounds!
Heather, Remy, Morgan, and Bob <heatherharwood@msn.com>
Virginia Beach, VA - Tuesday, May 18, 2004 6:32 AM CDT

We're so happy for you, Charlie! Give lots of hugs and kisses to your mommy and daddy (they deserve it!) It was so fun to see you and the CI gang right before your activation. Your mommy's journal entry makes it sound like things are going well. This is only the beginning of a wonderful journey to the hearing world!
Megan, Paul, Madalyn, and Jarrett Hopkins <hopkinsmegan@msn.com>
Williamsburg, VA - Monday, May 10, 2004 9:03 AM CDT

Congratulations Charlie!!! We are so happy for you! What an exciting time for you and your family. Happy Listening!!!
Love,

Dave, Natalie, Sarah and Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Wednesday, May 5, 2004 12:33 AM CDT

WOW!!! Congratulations Charlie on your new ears!!! We are so proud of you and are so happy for you! We want to see video!!! Not sure if Caring Bridge gives enough webspace for video but if so we would love to see it! Congratulations little man!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <cookfamily@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Wednesday, May 5, 2004 10:49 AM CDT

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Charlie! You are a beautiful special boy. Your mom's journal entry has made me pull out the kleenex. This is just the beginning of a whole new world for you!
Love,
Claire
Claire <cjacobso@chkd.com>
Norfolk, - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 8:00 PM CDT

Hooray! It really is magical isn't it!?
And it will only get better!

Hugs again!
Missy Colley <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Va Beach, VA - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 7:23 PM CDT

I just love to see all the wonderful news on my "children". I always wanted a big family..... and all of the children and families ave become so dear! Charlie is a beautiful boy (I thing he want's to be a swimmer tho!) and he will grow up to be a wonderful young man. His mom and dad are super! I feel humbled and honored to not only have shared your pain, but now your joy and triumps, I admire you so much. Congratulations!
Claire <cjacobso@chkd.com>
Norfolk, VA USA - Sunday, May 2, 2004 6:27 PM CDT

Ohhhh! I am getting so excited for his big day! There is nothing like it!

If you need to practice with any of the equipment - just give us a call... you can use Emma as your tester! :)

Hugs!!!!
Missy Colley <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Va Beach, VA - Friday, April 30, 2004 3:21 PM CDT

Hi Michele and Richard, so glad to hear (boy is that a play on words) that Charlie is doing so well. WE NEED TO GET TOGETHER! Jessica wants to come over a see Charlie.
Kathy Bashinsky <kbashinsky@hotmail.com>
Virginia Beach , VA America - Wednesday, April 14, 2004 9:07 AM CDT

Mom and Dad! Aren't you glad that part of things is all over! Reading your description of Charlie taking his normal stance at the front door and dining room table and dancing created the greatest picture in my head. These kids do not let anything keep them down! Emma's ear protruded a little and still does but with her long hair it is totally not noticeable. Reading your entry from 4/9 sounded EXACTLY like what we went through. Now you get to look forward to hookup and Charlie hearing!!!! We can not wait! I would be glad to post the video of his hookup as well on Emma's site if you would like. Take Care!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <chrisbcook@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Saturday, April 10, 2004 7:42 AM CDT

I am so happy that one day soon Charlie will be able hear me tell him how much I love him. We are on the way to sounds little boy!
T-Bird <tiffany@breesinc.com>
Virginia Beach, VA United States - Friday, April 9, 2004 9:54 AM CDT

We are so glad that Charlie's surgery went well and that he is on the road to recovery and to hearing!!! Way to go Charlie!!! Take care.
Dave, Natalie, Sarah and Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 9:23 AM CDT

Way to go, Charlie. You're a champ! Same goes for Mom and Dad. Love to all.
Marybeth Highton <mhighton2@cox.net>
Virginia Beach , - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 7:31 AM CDT

So very HAPPY and relieved.

With love, Grandma Shirill
Shirill Jeffords <ejeff@earthlink.net>
Lake Wales, FL USA - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 6:05 AM CDT

We are so relieved to hear about Charlie's successful surgery!!! We have been holding our breath and checking for updates continuously! We are so glad to hear things are going smoothly. Now comes the challenge of keeping Charlie resting! He will be up and playing in no time and probably already is! Take Care!!!!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <chrisbcook@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Tuesday, April 6, 2004 9:28 PM CDT

Yay! I'm so glad that everything turned out so great!! I was so happy to see you all(almost) better today after school!! I can't wait till you can hear us all!

<33-always-
bRiTtAnY
Brittany <i3eachgurli3rit@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, April 6, 2004 5:50 PM CDT

YAY! So glad to get the news... I have been checking the site like a maniac!
Glad to hear that you are home safe and sound and that all went so smoothly. Em's surgery was also delayed - she wasn't taken back til 1:30pm - so I feel your pain!

Call when you get a chance to breathe! We are thinking about you guys!

Missy and Emma <miss.emma@verizon.net>
- Tuesday, April 6, 2004 4:56 PM CDT

We thought about you guys yesterday and invisioned all the wonderful days ahead. We hope all is well and Charlie has a big smile on his face. Let us know if you need anything...
Kelly, Rob, Kieran and Baby Clark <kellyclark2@cox.net>
Norfolk, va usa - Tuesday, April 6, 2004 11:19 AM CDT

Charlie and Family,

We hope things went well with Charlie's surgery yesterday. You are all in our prayers. It won't be long now. You can now take your worries off of surgery and start getting excited about hook up day. Emma is less than two weeks from hookup and we can not wait!!! Good luck guys!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <chrisbcook@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX 75070 - Tuesday, April 6, 2004 6:42 AM CDT

Dear Charlie,
Welcome to the club! My mom can't keep up with all the new stuff I'm saying these days. It won't be long before you're surprising your mom and dad too! I hope we can be good buddies. We already have a lot in common. I can't wait until my mom makes me an internet star like you. Take care Charlie!
Love, Ryan Kearns
Lisa Kearns <srkearns@aol.com>
Norfolk, va usa - Monday, April 5, 2004 11:08 PM CDT

Charlie,

We love you, and hope you can feel all the prayers of everyone thinking about you right now! You have such a wonderful support group of family and friends who adore you! Can't wait to see you soon!

Love,

Karen, Cre and Cameron Lindsey
Karen Lindsey <klindsey@hdrinc.com>
Norfolk, VA 23503 - Monday, April 5, 2004 9:27 AM CDT

I am thinking about you all all day today!! I wish I could have gotten to the hospital today but couldn't get anyone to watch the kiddos...

But perhaps we can stop by and see that smile on Wed or something.

Call if you need anything!!!!!!

Hugs!
Missy and Emma <miss.emma@verizon.net>
- Monday, April 5, 2004 9:03 AM CDT

We are thinking about you Charlie (and your family, too) and wishing you all the best on your big day! Sending big hugs and lots of prayers to you from North Carolina!
Love,
Dave, Natalie, Sarah and Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Monday, April 5, 2004 8:30 AM CDT

Good Luck today Charlie and Family! You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. As I post this you are just a few hours away! Do not be scared. Emma's surgery last week went so well that she hunted Easter Eggs this past weekend and is 100% back to being Emma! You are going to do great! Try not to worry too much Mom and Dad! He will do great!
Chris, Amy, Landon, and Emma Cook <chrisbcook@christopherbcook.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Monday, April 5, 2004 5:46 AM CDT

Good luck Charlie, although you are not going to need it. It's going to be wonderful. How exciting for you - all these curious new sounds although nothing is more sweet than those three little words.

Our alarm is set for 9:45 sharp!

BIG HUG! Carolann, Jeff and Miles
Carolann Malbrough
Portsmouth, VA USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 9:29 PM CDT

What a wonderful web page! I will be thinking of you tomorrow during the surgery and I am looking forward to working with you and helping Charlie learn to use his hearing with his cochlear implant. He is so blessed to have such a wonderful supportive family.

Susan Adam <adamsa@chkd.org>
Norfolk, VA USA - Sunday, April 4, 2004 1:45 PM CDT

Dear Charlie,
"All the sounds of the earth are like music." - Oscar Hammerstein II

What a special and long-awaited day for you and your family. Wishing you love and courage as you take this new journey together.
xo,
Deb, Eric, Evan and Kate

Deborah <dldemarco@cox.net>
Virginia Beach, VA USA - Friday, April 2, 2004 9:09 PM CST

Hey Charlie,
You are so blesssed with your Mommy and Daddy, and very soon you will be able to hear them tell you why... over and over... "the hours of labor I had to go through" etc.
Just remember I will always be a phone call away, and we can tell silly stories together.
My Love from our home to yours
Your almost Aunt Linda
LInda Tyler Nemmers <linda@vector13.com>
Los Angeles, CA - Friday, April 2, 2004 1:16 PM CST

I know you are going to love your cochlear implant, Charlie! I never let Mommy take mine off!
Madalyn Hopkins <hopkinsmegan@msn.com>
Williamsburg, VA USA - Friday, April 2, 2004 9:30 AM CST

Good luck Charlie, we'll be thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.
Cliff & Louise Wolff
Woodbridge, VA - Friday, April 2, 2004 5:26 AM CST

Good luck charlie. . .we will be thinking of you. . .you'll be fine!!! Hope to see you very soon!
Heather (and Remy) Harwood <heatherharwood@msn.com>
VA BEACH, VA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 10:32 PM CST

Hey Charlie,

God has it all under control!! Think of it this way...He made the world in 6 days and was even able to take the seventh day off. He has you in his hands and you are going to get through the operation fine. You're in our prayers Bud.

Howard, Shirley, and Marena <hmcleod1@yahoo.com>
Largo , FL - Thursday, April 1, 2004 8:45 PM CST

Hey Charlie - I'm sure you're going to do great - wish I could be there to hold your hand. Hope to see you soon! Your pal, Ford
Ford Nemmers
Los Angeles, CA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 6:58 PM CST

Hey charlie! It's Brittany, your sister!! I love you so much and I know you will do great on Monday! Good luck and I will see you after!

<33-always-
bRiTtAnY
Brittany <i3eachgurli3rit@yahoo.com>
Va Beach, Va USA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 5:21 PM CST

Best of luck, Charlie! We're thinking of you!
Brandi <brandi@obrienetal.com>
Portsmouth, VA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 2:19 PM CST

Yay Charlie!

Can't wait for your 2 big days ahead! Emma is looking forward to having another friend with an implant!

Hope to see you all on Monday~! Try to stay calm but feel free to call me if you are losing it!

It will go smoother than you even know!

Hugs!
http://www.caringbridge.org/va/missemma3/
Missy and Emma Colley <miss.emma@verizon.net>
Va Beach, VA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 12:40 AM CST

Hi Charlie,
You are such a cutie! We are glad you have a website so that we can keep up with your progress. We will definitely be thinking of you and praying for you and your family on April 5th!
Love,
Rachel and family
Dave, Natalie, Sarah and Rachel Skergan <skergan@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Thursday, April 1, 2004 9:55 AM CST

You are going to do great Charlie! I had my implant surgery last Friday and I got to play outside the very next day. We are praying for you!
Emma Cook <chrisbcook@christopherbcook.com>
- Thursday, April 1, 2004 9:40 AM CST

Good Luck Charlie. We love you and are praying for your success.
Silver Jones <silver.jones@framatome-anp.com>
Evington , VA 24550 - Thursday, April 1, 2004 8:59 AM CST

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