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I remember lots of "numb" days. Praying that you feel His love around you - and when you can't, know that you're never alone.
Cheering you on today and always.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, December 31, 2007 2:44 PM CST
A day doesn't go by that I don't think of you. Keep going forward. God is with you. Love,
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
- Monday, December 31, 2007 1:46 PM CST
Dear Robin, I am so sorry to read about Ashley's passing. Please know how many lives your family has touched. Congrats on Ryan's milestone. Keep up the fight-hugs to you all. The Melkonians
Darlene and Christopher Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Monday, December 31, 2007 12:50 AM CST
Debes Family -
We continue to think of you and pray for you. So many times I have thought about what you have all gone through these past several years and I just can't imagine it. You are a very strong family and God will help you through the changes you now have. I hope you can find comfort in the words and prayers that many people have for you. God bless.
The Raethers
Shawano, WI 54166 - Monday, December 31, 2007 8:50 AM CST
I continue to lift you and your family up everyday in prayer. I wish that I could take away your hurt for you, but I can't. Sending you lots of hugs and prayers for you and your family.
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Monday, December 31, 2007 8:02 AM CST
Robin
your words are the mines..everythings that you spoke I already said any time ago. Tears downs in my face..Sorry for my english... I would like hug you and say your fellings are like mines..
I miss my daughter so much..
My best prayers and thoughts are with you and all family and have a healthy new year!!!
love
Regia
Sarah´s mom forever
www.caringbridge.org/southamerica/sarah
Regia <regialopes@hotmail.com>
Natal, RN BRASIL - Sunday, December 30, 2007 7:57 PM CST
Thinking of you...wishing you a small light in the dark.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, December 30, 2007 10:54 AM CST
Hello, I'm very sorry to say I know your pain. I know the constant up's and down's , and just the longing of our Children being with us..My daughter went homw with Jesus on November 13th. She had aml. I wanted to just say hello, and let you know you are being thought of, and prayed for.
Tanya(Taylor's mom)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/taylorbaum
Tanya Baum <tbaum82@yahoo.com>
S Elgin, IL U.S - Sunday, December 30, 2007 10:41 AM CST
Hi Robin,
Not walking in your shoes I can't possibly know your pain, but I can definitely feel it in your update....I can imagine doing the things you're doing, and my heart just breaks. I wish that Ashley were with you and Mark, but without pain. I know she's there in spirit, in your heart, but it's not the same.
One thing I think I can offer is hope. No two sibs are exactly the same - even twins. I have met several pairs of sibs with ALL over the years and none of them had the same path. I pray that your worry for Ryan subsides with each passing day and you can live without fear of relapse.
Many hugs and lots of love and hope for the new year,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, December 29, 2007 10:57 PM CST
I come with a heavy heart, only just reading of Ashley's win over her cancer. I haven't written in a long time and I don't check as often and I just want you to know how sorry I am to hear.
With love and prayers, <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Saturday, December 29, 2007 8:58 PM CST
Hello - I just want to say that we too are thinking of all of you in your family every single day and wishing for some good moments - even tiny moments in amongst this incredibly challenging time. We are all here caring and thinking of you all.
Connie & Sophie (34 months in LTM with ALL)
Connie Luck <luckycjl@hotmail.com>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Saturday, December 29, 2007 4:24 PM CST
A New Year’s Prayer
May God make your year a happy one!
Not by shielding you from all sorrows and pain,
But by strengthening you to bear it, as it comes;
Not by making your path easy,
But by making you sturdy to travel any path;
Not by taking hardships from you,
But by taking fear from your heart;
Not by granting you unbroken sunshine,
But by keeping your face bright, even in the shadows;
Not by making your life always pleasant,
But by showing you when people and their causes need you most,
and by making you anxious to be there to help.
God’s love, peace, hope and joy to you for the year ahead.
Numbers 6:24-26
24 "The LORD bless you
and keep you;
25 the LORD make his face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;
26 the LORD turn his face toward you
and give you peace."
With Love and Prayers MJ/Angel_Wings
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Saturday, December 29, 2007 2:13 PM CST
Thinking of you today. What a profound hole you have in your life, heart, etc. I suspect nothing will fill it ever. I will pray for Ryan and that Jan. appointment. At least he has a little sweet angel in heaven looking out for him now.
Tammy
- Saturday, December 29, 2007 1:00 PM CST
Wishing you a peaceful New Year.
I sent the fundraiser check off today. I wish I could do so much more.
XXOO to your family,
Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, December 29, 2007 0:01 AM CST
Robin... There's never a time when I come to my computer that I don't think of you lots... lots... lots!! I just want you to know that!! I care deeply for you and have to remind myself... that when Josh is being absolutely rediculous and I don't know where to leave myself in reguards to his recently diagnosed autism... we still have him. Okay... so really I am just rambling... not knowing what exactly to write.. but I guess I just want you to know that I still think of you often!! Blessings for no more cancer... healthy kids... and a healthy relationship. Great things to come in 2008!!
Naomi
www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
ps. maybe I shouldn't sign guestbooks when I should really be sleeping!!
Naomi Fehr <jnyf@mts.net>
MB Canada - Friday, December 28, 2007 11:52 PM CST
Dear Robin and Mark,
I read this poem on another caringbridge site and and just felt the need to share it with you.
The Cord
By Terri Apostolakos
We are connected, my child and I,
By an invisible cord, not seen by the eye.
It's not like the cord that connects us 'til birth. This
cord can't be seen by any on Earth.
This cord does its work right from the start.
It binds us together attached to my heart.
I know that it's there, though no one can see, the
invisible cord from my child to me.
The strength of this cord is hard to describe. It
can't be destroyed, it can't be denied.
It's stronger than any cord one could create.
It withstands the test, can hold any weight.
And though you're not here, not standing by me,
The cord is still there but no one can see.
It pulls at my heart. I am bruised. I am sore,
But this cord is my lifeline like never before!
I am thankful that God connects us this way.
A parent and child. Death can't take it away.
(((((Hugs))))
Michelle Petrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Friday, December 28, 2007 10:46 PM CST
Oh Robin, reading of your pain brings tears for me. I am so sorry. I too, have often thought how hard it would be to go from constant caregiver in every way, every minute of every day to it just being over. What do you do with the time...? I am so sorry to know you are going through it. I have followed your family for years. I remember how heartbroken I was for you all when Ryan was diagnosed. I thought, "How unfair, damnit!" Give this precious family a break! How could this happen?!" So many nights I prayed for a different outcome for Ashley. I guess it was not to be. I am comforted in knowing she is free, but I am sure that doesn't offer you a great amount of comfort right now. I will always keep your family close to my heart and in my prayers. I too, was TERRIFIED that Jackson would relapse. He is 4 years off treatment in March of 08, and I STILL think of it every day. Ryan has come so far, and done so well. I believe he will be blessed like Jackson was. He will be a survivor. Thinking of you always.
www.caringbridge.org/ca/jackson
Jennifer Smith <lakerdog2@yahoo.com>
Hidden Valley Lake, CA USA - Friday, December 28, 2007 10:05 PM CST
Remeber that every feeling you have is okay. To be sad, mad, etc. then feel guilty if there's a "good time." It's an enormous loss that you all are adjusting to. It's a long journey and there are no rules.
We love you and pray for you all.
Wishing you His peace.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, December 28, 2007 9:11 PM CST
Just like the pastor at Ashley's celebration said it's hard to come to the "new normal." I wish it were pain free but we know better. Be patient with one another and yourself. Know that you did an excellent job and that it's okay to keep moving, just take it one step at a time, literally moment by moment. You are not betraying her memory but rather giving glory to her memory and to God with whom she is now safe and whole - cheering you on as you always did for her.
It's only natural that you worry about Ryan. Please don't make yourself sick over "what if." Focus on the OT/all clear that is today. Day by day.
We love you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, December 28, 2007 8:53 PM CST
I pray for your whole family with your recent loss. I lost my mother to cancer in March and I know that she is free from pain, but it does not lessen how much I miss her. I am lonesome for her and I want her back...cancer free...just like she is in Heaven. I have a friend of mine who has a daughter who had leukemia when she was in the 4th grade. She is now due to have her 2nd healthy child next month. Her first child is healthy and happy, just like her mom. God bless.
Kelle <d_kelle@hotmail.com>
LA - Friday, December 28, 2007 7:50 PM CST
Robin, Mark, Jennifer, Kelsey & Ryan,
We have thought about you so very often over the holiday and wondered how you all were doing. As we can read from today's entry, it has not been an easy road to navigate. Taylor has been thinking of Ashley a lot lately. She was excited to get a Nintendo DS for Christmas and get the Nintendogs game. In fact, she named her first puppy "Ashley". I had no idea the systems had mics in them and you literally had to yell at your dog to learn its name. So all Christmas Day I kept hearing Taylor yelling "Ashley" over and over. I guess it's good thing that she can say her name without feeling so sad. But she has good days and bad and I feel so sad for her when she's on Webkinz and Lildude isn't there for her to play with. Personally, I really miss hearing Ashley's ring tone on our phone because Taylor would get so excited to talk with her best bud. Listening to their conversations was always entertaining as they could talk about everything and nothing at the same time. The memories are good, but we wish there were more to make.
Big hugs to all of you from the Jeske's in Appleton
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@yahoo.com>
Appleton, WI - Friday, December 28, 2007 2:26 PM CST
(((Robin)))
Thank you for the update. I have been checking Ashley's site a couple times every day. In one way I feel like I am prying in your private lives. I guess I just want to know you all are OK. I am so thankful you all had a good Christmas. As I sit here with tears in my eyes, I can't imagine how hard it has to be now. I know Ashley is so happy now but I hurt for you all so much. I know you worry so much for Ryan, I just know he will be fine, after all Ashley has to be looking out for him.
Sending hugs and prayers for you,
Machelle, Mom to Elizabeth (All-Kids list)
Machelle Johnson <MJmomathome@aol.com>
- Friday, December 28, 2007 2:12 PM CST
(((Robin)))
Thank you for the update. I have been checking Ashley's site a couple times every day. In one way I feel like I am prying in your private lives. I guess I just want to know you all are OK. I am so thankful you all had a good Christmas. As I sit here with tears in my eyes, I can't imagine how hard it has to be now. I know Ashley is so happy now but I hurt for you all so much. I know you worry so much for Ryan, I just know he will be fine, after all Ashley has to be looking out for him.
Sending hugs and prayers for you,
Machelle, Mom to Elizabeth (All-Kids list)
Machelle Johnson <MJmomathome@aol.com>
- Friday, December 28, 2007 2:10 PM CST
I have visited Ashley and Ryan's site off and on for a few years. I just wanted you to know that we are praying for you. May the God of all comfort completely surround you with His grace, peace, and love today and always.
Pat Leonard <dpleon@aol.com>
Montclair, CA USA - Thursday, December 27, 2007 8:37 PM CST
Hey Mark,Robin,Jennifer,Kelsey,& Ryan,
Just a little note to let you know that we think of all of you and Ashley often! We know that we have one special little angel looking over us as we begin a new year with hopes of a baby! We were glad to share some time with you at Ashley's celebration! Hope to see you very soon! Strength,Courage,Hope, & Love for your family this season!
Melanie and Jeremy <insightsalon06@yahoo.com>
Shawano, Wi USA - Thursday, December 27, 2007 5:58 PM CST
Thoughts of and prayers for all of you...
May His peace surround and sustain you...
Angel Hugs...
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Thursday, December 27, 2007 5:45 PM CST
Just keep swimming...
We love you,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, December 27, 2007 4:09 AM CST
Christmas Love to You
By: Anonymous
I've nothing else to offer,
So, to you, it's love I'll send.
It's nothing that I borrowed.
And it's nothing that I'd lend
It has no dollar value,
And it can't be overused;
It isn't fragile, so it can't break,
Though, often, it's abused.
I've given it to others,
But each time it's unique.
It's meaning's always different;
It depends on what you seek.
It's something you can store away
To feel when you're in need,
But never is it on display;
It's beauty can't be seen.
I'm giving it "no strings attached",
No costly warranty.
This love that I am sending
Has a lifetime guarantee.
Polly from Angel_Wings Remembers <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Tuesday, December 25, 2007 9:48 PM CST
Christmas - Glitter Graphics
Glitter Graphics for Orkut, Myspace, Friendster
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
- Tuesday, December 25, 2007 7:44 PM CST
Hi Debes Family-
Just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas-I can't even imagine how hard this Christmas is for you. But just think what an awesome Christmas Ashley is having. Your in my thoughts and prayers always.
Love,
Betsy
Betsy Larsen <betsyrn5@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, December 25, 2007 8:35 AM CST
praying for you this Christmas....
michele
ny - Tuesday, December 25, 2007 0:56 AM CST
Thinking of You and Wishing You Peace, Comfort and Joy this Christmas Season! God Bless!
Love~Hugs~Prayers from S.C.
Darline Rollins <drollins07@yahoo.com>
Kershaw, S.C. - Monday, December 24, 2007 10:13 PM CST
Thinking of You and Wishing You Peace, Comfort and Joy this Christmas Season! God Bless!
Love~Hugs~Prayers from S.C.
Darline Rollins <drollins07@yahoo.com>
Kershaw, S.C. - Monday, December 24, 2007 10:13 PM CST
I am an ALL-kids mom, although I have been absent for several months. I was afraid to check in for a few weeks because I just had this sinking feeling that the news wasn't going to be good. I am so sorry to hear about Ashley but I know that she is pain free and disease free in Heaven tonight. I know her spirit will be with you this christmas and always.
Andrea S--Ethan's mom
- Monday, December 24, 2007 9:34 PM CST
Thinking of you all and hoping that you
can find some good memories to help sustain
you tonight. Make some new ones tomorrow morning!
Hugs
Suzanne Stoltz
Kingwood, TX USA - Monday, December 24, 2007 9:14 PM CST
I am praying for peace for your family tomorrow and in the new year.
Many blessings,
Betsy Hammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Monday, December 24, 2007 7:08 PM CST
(((Robin and family)))
Just wanted to let you guys know that we're thinking of you all today.
Lorie, ALL-KIDS
mom to Ben (6, pre-b cell ALL, dx. 8/03, OT 10/06)
Lorie H <lghirsh@hotmail.com>
TN - Monday, December 24, 2007 5:26 PM CST
As always you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Christina & Ethan
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Monday, December 24, 2007 12:34 AM CST
(((Robin & Family)))
I just wanted to let you know that you are always on our minds. I hope and pray that some way you all will have a good Chirstmas. I wish I could take your pain away or say something comforting. Know that our hearts are very heavy for the loss of Ashley.
Hugs and Prayers,
www.caringbridge.org/al/elizabethhope
Machelle, Mom to Elizabeth (All-kids list) <MJmomathome@aol.com>
Theodroe, Al - Monday, December 24, 2007 11:17 AM CST
I have been thinking of you and wish that I had just the right thing to say or do to help you guys. So many people are praying for you all.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
- Monday, December 24, 2007 10:51 AM CST
HE ONLY TOOK MY HAND
Last night while I was trying to sleep,
My daughter's voice I did hear
I opened my eyes and looked around
But she did not appear.
She said "Mom you've got to listen,
You've got to understand
God didn't take me from you, Mom
He only took my hand
When I called out in pain that night,
The instant that I died,
He reached down and took my hand,
And pulled me to his side.
He pulled me up and saved me
From the misery and pain
My body was hurt so badly inside,
I could never be the same.
My search is really over now,
I've found happiness within,
All the answers to my empty dreams
And all that might have been.
I love you and miss you so,
And I'll always be nearby.
My body's gone forever,
But my spirit will never die!
And so, you must go on now,
Live one day at a time.
Just understand-
God did not take me from you,
He only took my hand.
(Unknown)
All my Love and Prayers
MJ/Angel_Wings
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Monday, December 24, 2007 7:01 AM CST
"HEAVENLY CHRISTMAS"
I have had my first Christmas in Heaven:
A glorious and wonderful Day!
I stood with the saints of the ages,
Who found Christ, the Life, the Truth, and the Way.
I sang with the Heavenly choir:
Just think! I who longed so to sing
And oh, what celestial music
We brought to our Savior and King!
We sang the glad songs of redemption,
How Jesus to Bethlehem came,
And how they had called His Name "Jesus",
That all might be saved through His Name.
We sang once again with the angels,
The song that they sang that Blest Morn,
When shepherds first heard the glad story
That Jesus, the Savior, was born
Oh, how I wish you had been there:
No Christmas on earth could compare
With all of the rapture and glory
We witnessed in Heaven so fair.
You know how I always loved Christmas:
It seemed such a wonderful day,
With all of my loved ones around me:
The children so happy and gay.
Yes, now I can see why I have always loved Christmas:
And oh! what a joy it will be
When you and my loved ones are with me,
To share in the glories I see.
So, Dear Ones, on earth, here is my greeting:
"Look up till the day dawn appears,
And oh, what a Christmas awaits us
Beyond all of our partings and tears."
By: Dr. Albert Simpson Reitz
Angel w/Angel_Wings
Angel Venters <angel2948@aol.com>
Greenville, NC USA - Sunday, December 23, 2007 6:05 PM CST
We continue to pray for the entire family. Please know that you are loved. You are all special people and as hard as times seem, you will find your way...step by step.
Hugs to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, December 23, 2007 1:44 PM CST
To the Debes family: We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out for Ashley, Ryan and your whole family. Love and Prayers.....
Sonny (Stan) DeKiel and family <dekiel@aol.com>
Boca Raton, Fl - Sunday, December 23, 2007 7:43 AM CST
Dear Robin, Mark, Jennifer, Kelsey and Ryan, Please know our prayers are with you this Christmas.
The Sulskis Family
Keshena, WI - Saturday, December 22, 2007 8:50 PM CST
Thinking of you tonight!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Saturday, December 22, 2007 4:30 PM CST
Thinking about you and keeping all of you in my prayers. Thanks for the updates. It's good to know you are doing ok and getting such wonderful support from your fantastic neighbors. Blessings to all of you. Love,
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Saturday, December 22, 2007 2:51 PM CST
I was very sorry to hear about Ashley. We heard from my cousin, Lindsay, whose daughter Taylor has A.L.L. May your family continue to stay strong--you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Nikki Caine <caine16@gmail.com>
Wausaukee, WI USA - Saturday, December 22, 2007 9:58 AM CST
Thinking of you. Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Saturday, December 22, 2007 8:55 AM CST
Just wanted to let you know that your family continues to be in our prayers and thoughts.
Beth McFarlane
Shawano, WI USA - Friday, December 21, 2007 10:01 AM CST
I have followed Ashley's story since her first relapse.
Her strength and courage were truly amazing.
I am so very sorry.
May God bless, comfort and keep your family in the hollow of His hand.
You are in my prayers.
Miri B.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/mirib
Miriam Braunstein
- Friday, December 21, 2007 6:09 AM CST
You are all in the heart of so many...
Even when you can't... keep breathing... be it ever so little...
Love and Light,
Eva
Eva Van den Broeck <eva.michaele@skynet.be>
Brussels, Belgium - Friday, December 21, 2007 3:16 AM CST
I am holding you close to my heart. You have not left my thoughts and I think I come to Ashley's site a balizzion times just to see her beautiful face with her bunny. She really was an inspiration.
I know the coming days are going to be hard. Espcially Christmas. But I am sure you will be surrounded with fond memories of your princess. She will always be watching over you.
Sending you lots of love, hugs and warm wishes.
Rest in his arms.
Jennifer Hines <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Thursday, December 20, 2007 9:27 PM CST
{{{Robin}}}
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, December 20, 2007 9:00 PM CST
I'm praying for you all! I can't even imagine the pain you must be going through right now. I sincerely wish you all the best and hope that there will still be some joy to be found this Christmas.
Matthew <nite97m@gmail.com>
Houston, - Thursday, December 20, 2007 7:29 PM CST
We were so glad we could be there for Ashley's service. Snow and bad roads could not have kept us away! There were so many beautiful pictures of Ashley and your wonderful family. They touched us.
On a separate note, we noticed "Dr. Heavy Pen" signed the guestbook. That made Taylor smile and giggle because she remembers how Ashley would talk about him by his nickname! And wasn't Ashley SUPER at giving people nicknames? It was one of her many gifts. "Tay-Tay" misses Ashley every day and she wants you all to know we are always thinking of her and you.
Sending warmest wishes and hugs to the Debes family,
Tammy & "Tay-Tay" Jeske
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@yahoo.com>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, December 20, 2007 3:23 PM CST
Dear Robin,
Please know that you and your family are in my heart and that I am wishing you peace and comfort.
Deb, mom to Dayssi
Deb Gruenfeld
Stanford, CA - Thursday, December 20, 2007 2:05 PM CST
Just stopping by to give you a hug.
Merry Christmas
Joel A. Ohmer / Angel_Wings <joel.ohmer@gmail.com>
Houma, LA 70360 - Thursday, December 20, 2007 1:11 PM CST
You are so Welcome Robin, Mark, Ryan, Jennifer, Kelsey. i had a a good time. thank you for havign us and thank you for the dinner it was good. We made it home alright saturday Thank god we had Ashlye watching
Ryan Vollmer <Trojan_Mann2011@yahoo.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Thursday, December 20, 2007 11:29 AM CST
Holding your family extra close in our thoughts
and our prayers this Christmas..
Christmas in Heaven
by Unknown
'Tis Christmas in Heaven
What a beautiful sight!
It's my first one here;
Everything is all right.
The crib is adorned
With the brilliance of stars,
Wisemen have come
From Venus and Mars.
I've met all our dear ones
Who preceded us here;
The reunion was lovely,
An event full of cheer.
And tonight we'll all gather,
In reverence we'll kneel,
For the Babe in the cradle
Up in Heaven is Real.
I think of my family
that I left behind
And I pray that your Christmas
Is as blessed as mine
Please shed no more tears,
For my soul is at rest,
Just love one another;
Live life to its best.
Yes, It's Christmas In Heaven,
So I've heard them say,
Yet, Christmas In Heaven
Happens every day.
Trish/Angel_Wings/AngelWingsRemembers <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Thursday, December 20, 2007 7:59 AM CST
Hi Robin,
Just wanted you to know that you all are on my mind.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, December 19, 2007 11:51 PM CST
Mark and Robbin,
I had been away from the clinic for a week and just learned about Ashley.
I am so sorry for our loss. We all loved Ashley and will miss her.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Dr. Heavy Pen
Ralph Vardis <rvardis@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Wednesday, December 19, 2007 1:09 PM CST
Just need to let you know that prayers continue from here...prayers for the peace that surpasses all understanding to surround all of your family now and through this Christmas season...may all of you be blessed with some special time together...Ashley is so proud of all of you!
God Bless & Angel Hugs...
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
Plymouth, WI - Tuesday, December 18, 2007 9:07 PM CST
Love you guys. That's all. Sending you hugs and well wishes.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, December 18, 2007 4:45 PM CST
Robin and family,
Joshua will have a very special little girl with wings looking after him and all the other kids still fighting the beast of cancer. Although we didn't know you Ashley... we will forever remember your strength, determination and be connected in some way to your wonderful family. I wish there was a way to prevent this horrible disease... and I wish even more that that it would have happened before Ashley got sick.
In tears, Naomi Fehr
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
Naomi Fehr <jnyf@mts.net>
Winkler, MB Canada - Tuesday, December 18, 2007 1:46 PM CST
Robin: I just emailed you off-line. The story of your neighbors putting up the lights is just beautiful, and a lesson in caring for those around us. Thanks for sharing it.
Karen, Clare's mom www.caringbridge.org/md/clareschmidt
Cabin John, MD - Monday, December 17, 2007 11:35 PM CST
Ryan,
A week 'til Christmas!!! How i pray that you are blessed and content this Christmas season. My prayer for you today - a day filled with peace of mind, hope in your heart and the love of family.
God bless you, my friend!
Joel A. Ohmer / Angel_Wings <joel.ohmer@gmail.com>
Houma, LA USA - Monday, December 17, 2007 11:24 PM CST
THE CANDY CANE
Jesus Gentle Shepherd,
This cane of red and white
Proclaims the sweet love story
Born on Christmas night.
This cane, you see, when turned around
Begins your name of Love
And now becomes a symbol
Of peace proclaimed above.
The lively peppermint flavor
Is the regal gift of spice.
The white is your purity
And the red your sacrifice.
And so this cane reminds us
Of just how much you care
And like your Christmas Gift
To us it's meant for all to share.
Merry Christmas
MJ/Angel_Wings
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Monday, December 17, 2007 3:06 PM CST
Hello,
I have followed Ashley & Ryans page for a while now...but have not been on in over a month. I can't believe she passed away...It was shocking to read that today.
Your family is in my heart & prayers........I pray the holidays treat you gently.
Jennifer Hartley <hartley1025@verizon.net>
- Monday, December 17, 2007 1:48 PM CST
Dear Robin and family, I didn't know Ashley was ill, and am saddened by this. You and your family are very strong and I'm sure God has been with you all the way. It's hard to understand what God's plan is and I can't begin to imagine your pain. I'm praying for God to continue to give you strength to cope and I will continue to pray for Ryan's continued improvement. Love, Prayers and Deepest Sympathy, Your Cousin, Millie DeKiel
Millie DeKiel <Millie Dekiel@lawsonproducts.com>
Schaumburg, IL USA - Monday, December 17, 2007 10:54 AM CST
Dearest Robin and Mark,
My name is Sharon Schroeder – our oldest (of 3) daughter, Emily was a classmate of Ashley’s. Emily joined Woodland last year, after coming over from Holy Spirit in Darboy. She and Ashley met as school ‘newbies’ in Mrs. Karose’s get-togethers.
Emily sure enjoyed meeting Ashley. She got a real kick out of her! Although they never became close friends, when Ashley became sick last spring, Emily had lots of questions and even more concerns. Perhaps in part because our 2nd oldest daughter – Kendra was born with Down Syndrome. Although we have never had to endure anything close to what you have gone through, we’ve had some trying times, but from day one we learned to take one day at a time and never take ones health for granted.
I was so glad to see the love and support sent down to Ashley over those first weeks, it was comforting to the givers as well as Ashley receiving. Unfortunately, when summer comes the kids’ lives get separated and soon it was fall when I started to inquire on Ashley’s status again. It was a lil more tricky to find answers/contacts than I thought. You weren’t even in the phone book – I didn't know you had moved of course. However, we did know Ashley was still fighting the good fight.
Finally, toward the end of Oct. I decided to send an email to Woodlands principal and see if I could get some contact info. He kindly ref’d me to Mrs. Weber – Ashley’s 4th grade teacher. I was so delighted to finally have reached you! It’s funny, the words you’ve used to describe Ashley in the journal are the same thoughts I could see in her eyes and smile right away! The wit was all in the smile!!
Well, then a few weeks ago, my wheels started turning to get some kind of gift/project to Ashley to brighten her hospital days for Christmas, from her classmates.
After discussing my thoughts with fellow-Mom, Laurie Hanson, we decided to create a Friendship-Hope quilt. There was going to be lots of bright colors and digital pictures from school all over it! We were so excited!
Then, the news came Ashley earned her angel wings. Our hearts were so crushed for you! Just jumping in over the last few weeks I had no idea we’d come in at the end and I can honestly say I was so mad we missed her. But, I am so grateful we have come to your table. You and your family have touched our hearts so much that Laurie and I still wanted to fulfill our gift to Ashley. So, the ‘Hugs from Woodland’ pillow was created!
Why am I telling you all this? I’m not sure if I can put into words, but I can tell you have a very strong faith in God and I wanted you to know how God’s hand (and I think some help from Ashley herself) put this all together.
Over the past few months Ashley has been pulling on my heart strings…remember, I just came to the website few weeks ago, but this has been going on for months. I learned a long time ago to listen and act on those feelings because they’re always there for a reason. I believe timing is everything and I now see this was definitely timed right. I know God brought Mrs. Weber, Laurie and I together to complete this project for you. He knows your pain, knew instead of the quilt for Ashley’s short time left, you needed a pillow with Ashley’s picture right on top to hold, hug very tightly, and cry hard into. We truly feel the hugs and signatures on the pillow aided the many kids at Woodland who wouldn’t have a chance to say goodbye to Ashley any other way.
Even as I write this, God’s hand is in sending you this note. I’ve gone to the guestbook several times since last Monday’s news to send you a note, but no words came. But now, it’s 5am and it’s all coming to me. He wants you to know He loves you. He has His arms wrapped around you so tightly – the same as you can do with this pillow!
Some people cannot believe we did this and yet, never met. I’ve never even met Mrs. Weber. Laurie and I only know each other through our daughter’s friendship and sleepover drop offs. However, Laurie’s daughter Jessica
was in Mrs Weber’s class last year with Ashley – whom adored Ashley so much too!
But that’s what can happen, even in short periods of time…people can touch your heart forever. I sure hope someday we can meet – you are such special people. You can be so proud of raising a truly beautiful and special lil girl!
I am so grateful for having had this opportunity.
I wish you Peace and Comfort over all the days ahead and will continue our prayers for you.
God Bless,
Sharon Schroeder and Family
sharon schroeder <sharon_schroeder@glic.com>
appleton, wi usa - Monday, December 17, 2007 10:52 AM CST
Heidi Carter let me know about your site. I do not know you, but my heart goes out to you. Your family is in my prayers! May God carry you through this incredibly difficult sorrowful time!
Love, Dawn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/susannahall
Dawn <hallfamily8@gmail.com>
Ostrander, Ohio USA - Monday, December 17, 2007 10:48 AM CST
Dear Ones,
Sending you a hug from far away. Praying for your peace and healing. Both the service and the way you will now carry on (a hard road to say the least) will continue to pay tribue to Ashley.
We love you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, December 17, 2007 4:41 AM CST
Thinking of you today and everyday, especially during this first holiday without your sweet girl. The picture you have of her on the front page of this site is stunning. You can see what a dear heart she was. Everyone on the March 2002 PG board was thinking about you yesterday as you celebrated the amazing life that was Ashley's....
Suzanne (March 2002 PG) <suzmcdmcd@gmail.com>
Guilford, CT 06437 - Sunday, December 16, 2007 9:32 PM CST
We've been thinking of you all weekend. Prayers that you find peace in the coming days in weeks ahead.
Christina & Ethan - Megan's mom & dad, ALL Kids
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Sunday, December 16, 2007 7:44 PM CST
I am so sorry to hear of your daughter's death, and so inspired by your celebration of her life. You have many people praying for you and your family- we have got you covered in Ohio. Blessings to you and your family-
Heidi Carter
www.caringbridge.org/visit/aidancarter
Heidi Carter <tandhcarter@aol.com>
Reynoldsburg, oh usa - Sunday, December 16, 2007 7:10 PM CST
Robin,
I've thought of you all weekend as we went about our holiday shopping and preparation.... I count our blessings, and with sadness I wish that you too were preparing for the holidays with Ashley instead of preparing the celebration of her life. But I also wish I could have been there yesterday to share in that celebration.
My heart goes out to you, Mark, Ryan and the girls, and I pray for your strength and comfort.
Lean on your wonderful neighbors. They sound like such lovely people!
With much love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, December 16, 2007 5:46 PM CST
Fellow Prayer Warriors
The Prayer Warrior's at Angel_Wings
will be having a Prayer Vigil on
December 19th between 8-9 PM EST for Ryan
and all the children and adults on our prayer
list. Please join us in Special Prayer for all
these families.
Angel w/Angel_Wings
Angel Venters
Greenville, NC USA - Sunday, December 16, 2007 2:51 PM CST
Dear Debes Family, I had great pleasure of being one of the care partners to help take care of Ashley. She was such a sweet girl who always had a positive attitude. I know even when she was as her worst, she still tried to find something positive. No matter how Ashely felt if you asked her something or told her to feel better she would still responded in the most courtious and pleasant way by saything thank you or okay, even when she was down in the PICU. This takes a very strong person to be this way. As parents you must have given her a very strong faith background to be able to get through what she has been through. She is a beautiful girl who is free of this horrible disease and is looking down upon all of you with a smile. Although Ashly has left a large hole in your heart, Ashley has filled so many of our hearts she will never be forgotten. God Bless you all. Dorelle(Care Partner)
Dorelle Archambeau <archambeau2@hotmail.com>
Muskego, WI USA - Sunday, December 16, 2007 1:05 PM CST
Dear Debes Family, I had great pleasure of being one of the care partners to help take care of Ashley. She was such a sweet girl who always had a positive attitude. I know even when she was as her worst, she still tried to find something positive. No matter how Ashely felt if you asked her something or told her to feel better she would still responded in the most courtious and pleasant way by saything thank you or okay, even when she was down in the PICU. This takes a very strong person to be this way. As parents you must have given her a very strong faith background to be able to get through what she has been through. She is a beautiful girl who is free of this horrible disease and is looking down upon all of you with a smile. Although Ashly has left a large hole in your heart, Ashley has filled so many of our hearts she will never be forgotten. God Bless you all. Dorelle(Care Partner)
Dorelle Archambeau <archambeau2@hotmail.com>
Muskego, WI USA - Sunday, December 16, 2007 1:01 PM CST
I am sorry to hea rabout your loss...rest in peace little angel...
shari <burns2345@sbglobal.net>
cleveland, oh usa - Saturday, December 15, 2007 10:41 PM CST
Dear Debes Family, We are saddened by the loss of your beautiful daughter ashley. What wonderful memories and quality time you had with the games that ashley enjoyed playing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all of you
Dianne veoukas- Dekiel, daughters Lisa Farina & family, April Veoukas- Alonso & family & son Matt Veoukas & family <lisaefarina@yahoo.com>
Crystal Lake, ILL Mchenry - Saturday, December 15, 2007 10:38 PM CST
Just stopping in to let you know I was thinking of Ashley all day, for her celebration of life day. Stay strong, with love Kristen (pokwl Kalilah's Grandma)
Kristen Marhefka <kengvaldsen@hotmail.com>
Greentown, pa usa - Saturday, December 15, 2007 10:13 PM CST
Another ALL-Kids mom hoping that Ashley's celebration of life went well today. Hugs and prayers.
Wendy Kilburn
TX - Saturday, December 15, 2007 8:40 PM CST
Mark and Robin, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful daughter, Ashley. One can't imagine the pain you are going thru. Ashley is in heaven with the rest of the angels. You don't know our family, we heard about Ashley from Sheryl here in Illinois. Our prayer are with you and your family at this very sad time.
Eli and Alice Gizzi <alel1@comcast.net>
Bensenville, IL - Saturday, December 15, 2007 6:57 PM CST
Mark & Robin, Thinking of you today and hoping that Ashley's celebration brings you and all of us who mourn her passing some peace. You are beautiful people, who though your courage and love have shown us all how to be better human beings. Your Ashley has touched so many people in such positive ways, she is truly amasing. I thank God for the honor of knowing the Mark & Robin Debes family. A candle burns at St. Michael's sharing the glorious light of Ashely. Take care you two!
Correen Lewis
- Saturday, December 15, 2007 4:28 PM CST
Thinking of Ashley and you all today (and wearing blue) as you celebrate Ashley's life. Sending prayers and hugs.
Linda, Karina's Mom (ALL-Kids)
Rocklin, CA - Saturday, December 15, 2007 2:53 PM CST
I am another ALL-Kids mom checking in with a broken heart. Robin, your family is in my prayers as they have been all along. I am sendng so much love to you all and will be imagining a beautiful beach for Ashley... she deserves that. God bless you and help you through this numbing and heartbreaking time. Know that you are loved.
Kathy and Julia
Kathy Nesbitt <Lvr3kids@aol.com>
Wesley Chapel, NC USA - Saturday, December 15, 2007 2:39 PM CST
An Angel’s Kiss
by: Peggy Bouse
We go through life so often,
Not stopping to enjoy the day.
And we take each one for granted,
As we travel on our way.
For in your pain and sorrow,
An Angel's kiss will help you through,
This kiss is very private,
For it is meant for only you.
We never stop to measure,
Anything we just might miss.
But if the wind should blow by softly,
You'll feel an Angel's kiss.
A kiss that is sent from heaven,
A kiss from up above.
A kiss that is very special,
From someone that you love.
So when, your hearts are heavy,
And filled with tears and pain.
And no one can console you,
Remember once again...
About the ones you grieve for,
Because you sadly miss.
And the gentle breeze you took for granted,
Was just an Angel's kiss.
Polly/Angel_Wings: www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/AngelWingsRemembers <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Saturday, December 15, 2007 2:32 PM CST
Dear family of Ashley, We didn't know her but we are brokenhearted for her loss.I'll pray for Ryan & the rest of your family. How wonderful that you were placed in the midst of such warm and caring people. We will send a contribution for your trip to Hammock Beach. Love, Helen & Ralph DeBartolo
Helen & Ralph DeBartolo <helende15@sbcglobal.net>
chicago, IL USA - Saturday, December 15, 2007 2:30 PM CST
Dear Mark, Robin and family,
We are sorry to hear about Ashley! We had no idea that Ashley or Ryan were ill. Now,hearing this tragic news today. My heart breaks for you all. Please know that I will pray for you and your family. I am lost for words. I don't think that there is anything harder to do on this earth, than to loose a child. Ashley is now safe and pain free in the hands of Our Lord. Please know that she will always be with you. You WILL feel her and she will be watching over Ryan making sure that he gets stronger everyday. God Bless you and your family.
Love Bonnie, D.J. and Scott Ladegaard
Bonnie (DeKiel) Ladegaard <bonne6162000@yahoo.com>
Chicago, Illinois - Saturday, December 15, 2007 1:43 PM CST
Prayers, hugs, and love leaping across the snowclouds to you from Ohio today.
I re-read Ashley's journal this morning to honor the memories you so lovingly wrote down about her over the years.
Many blessings,
Betsy Hammond
Leroy, Ohio - Saturday, December 15, 2007 1:42 PM CST
Dear Robin, Mark and family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you today. Ashley was a very special young lady and will never be forgotten.
Blessings
Michelle Petrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Saturday, December 15, 2007 12:04 AM CST
Mark, Robin, and Family-Our hearts and our prayers go out to you today as you celebrate Ashley! She will always be a remarkable kid with unbelievable courage, strength, and love. We are so saddened by her passing, but the Lord will bless her and keep her free from suffering. May the Lord bless each one of you! Love you all!
David, Suanne, Zachary & Timothy
- Saturday, December 15, 2007 11:53 AM CST
thinking of you all today as you celebrate Ashley's life.
tricia <triciabxny@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, December 15, 2007 9:47 AM CST
Dear Debes Family,
I woke up thinking of Ashley this morning. It was a thought of Ashley exploring the beauty and wonders of heaven. It was a peaceful, beautiful thought.
I hope that today's Celebration of Ashley's Life is just perfect. You all deserve this time to celebrate the way too short life of your beautiful daughter.
I will be with you in spirit.
Much Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Saturday, December 15, 2007 4:31 AM CST
This time last week she was still here and the hope of a cure srill was.
I can't stop thinking of Ashley or her family. can't believe she is gone. She is so safe now, so at peace and so free from any pain or suffering, forever. But oh how my heart aches for her sisters and brother, her father, and most of all thru her dear mother, who's words brought Ashley into the hearts of almost a half a million people, judging by the guest book.
Robin, you are the most wonderful mother. Most moms are wonderful, most mothers of a seriously ill child are called on and give more strength that most of us would find possible. But you have always had an extra something to go along with all that. All those months in the hospital thru your baby's side, all you were forced into seeing and comforting and doing, and the fact you have had another child battle this monster, all that and you never, ever complained. You were always so positive, so loving, so perfect for Ashley.
I keep thinking of how toward the end you said she slept alot, maybe partially as an escape. You said she talked up a storm in her sleep and looked like she was having a great time. Maybe she had glimpses of the eternal home she knew she could go to if it go too terrible here. Maybe she was shown she could win her battle another way, that she would be safe and happy and most of all, free from all suffering.
It is you my heart aches for, you and the rest of your family. She is forever fine now. And one day, she will be in your arms again, this time for all of eternity.
God Bless you Debes family. I will pray for prayers of comfort and strength for tomorrow and the many weeks ahead.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Friday, December 14, 2007 6:12 PM CST
As a teaching colleague of Mary Jo's for several years, I've known about Ashley and Ryan's conditions, and prayed for them and your whole family which supports them so lovingly. Now, my prayers will continue in thanksgiving for your son's healing and for the strength of acceptance at the loss of your precious daughter.
I am also praying TO little Saint Ashley. How could God or his Mother refuse to grant anything she might ask of them.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Fran and Jim Hicks
Crystal Lake, IL U.S.A. - Friday, December 14, 2007 2:21 PM CST
Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless your family and send you peace. All of your friends at Crownline are thinking of your family.
Randee Roberts
Benton, IL - Friday, December 14, 2007 10:17 AM CST
Robin & Family,I am so sorry for your loss. Wish we could be there with you to celebrate Ashleys life,just know that we will be thinking of you.
Dina & Kayla
caringbridge.org/visit/kaylamc
Dina & Kayla <dmc26@comcast.net>
Bristol, il - Friday, December 14, 2007 8:38 AM CST
Checking in on you this morning, hoping all is well and wishing you peace and hope this day.
God bless,
Joel / Angel_Wings
Joel A. Ohmer <joel.ohmer@gmail.com>
Houma, LA USA - Friday, December 14, 2007 7:25 AM CST
I don't know what to say. I know how much it must hurt. Celebrate her life. My husband is currently suffering from A.M.L. Acute Myleod Leukemia. I can only imagine going through this as a family & a child with all the physical & emotional pain.
Know my husband & I are praying.
love-Dawn Kurzeja
Her story really touched me & they need to put more money in research for this disease. It's horrible to go through. Cancer is horrible.
Dawn Kurzeja
Schaumburg, IL USA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 11:30 PM CST
Dear Robin and Family,
I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you and your beautiful Ashley. What wonderful neighbors you have, sounds like the perfect neighborhood. I wish all of us from the ALL-Kids could be at the services with you but even though we can't I hope you can feel our love and prayers holding you close to our hearts.
With love and prayers, www.caringbridge.org/al/elizabethhope
Machelle, Mom to Elizabeth (ALL - Kids) <MJmomathome@aol.com>
Theodore, Al - Thursday, December 13, 2007 9:52 PM CST
ashley i miss you so much. you were my hero. i don't think i could never have done what you had to go through. i love you and i know god is taking good care of u up there. and you had wonderful parents who loves you as much as i do. i wish i could go to the funeral, but i have midterms, but i am going to try to get up there as soon as i can. i love you mark and robin! i miss you so much ashley!
rachel debes <surftime@bellsouth.net>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 6:55 PM CST
Ashley I met once, and I though you, were very sweet. And even though we never talked that much, i thought of you as my friend. Your dad new my mom. They worked together. Your dad kept us posted on how u were doing. and we all are going to miss you lots i hope u meet my Uncle up there, he will play jokes on you. i really am going to miss you
Ryan Vollmer <Trojan_Mann2011@yahoo.com>
Green bay, Wi USA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 6:02 PM CST
The blue ribbons and lights brought me to tears. What a wonderful neighborhood you have found yourself in. Ashley is loved by so many people.
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 5:41 PM CST
Robin and Family, I am sending you all the biggest hugs. I have no words of wisdom, just know you are in my thoughts.
Karen Stern (all-kdsi) <kstern@connections-etc.net>
Big Lake, MN - Thursday, December 13, 2007 5:39 PM CST
Prayers come your way from the First United Methodist Church in Crystal Lake, Illinois. We stand with you and your family during this trying time. Let the love that flowed between you and Ashley continue to sustain you and let God's comfort maintain you.
Rev. Darneather Murph-Heath <dheath@clumc.org>
Crystal Lakeq, Il USA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 5:17 PM CST
hey ashley were all very sad that you went but i hope you meet my dad in heaven were so sad and were missing you very much well be good and bye....sicerley alissa
alissa <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, wi usa - Thursday, December 13, 2007 3:49 PM CST
To Robin and Mark and the rest of your family, My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. I have had the pleasure of working with you and Ashley on and off over the past year and for that I am extremely blessed. I pray for your peace and comfort for you all at this time.
Shelly Penberthy (VNA)
Shelly Penberthy <penberthyrn@yahoo.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 3:37 PM CST
Thinking of you and wishing I could be there. Ryan, stay strong! Robin and Mark, keep telling stories. Our loved ones are with us every time we remember a silly, embarrassing, sad, funny, or breath-taking moment. Take good care of each other. Your neighbors are absolutely awesome.
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Thursday, December 13, 2007 11:05 AM CST
I had just read your update this morning and wanted to send my condolences to your family...but everything I wrote sounded trite, so I erased it all, wiped away my tears, and went to go wrap some Christmas presents. As I wrapped the first present and went to grab some ribbon, I found some beautiful blue ribbon in the bottom of my wrapping box that I didn't even know I had. I just wanted to let you know that all my Christmas presents will be wrapped with blue ribbon this year and I will think of your dear sweet Ashley always. Thank you again for allowing me to be a small part of taking care of her on the HOT Unit! Thinking of you...
Julie Waldhart, RN <jwaldhart@hotmail.com>
Waukesha, WI - Thursday, December 13, 2007 10:48 AM CST
Mark and Robin
We are both very sorry for your loss and we both will be praying for you and your family.
Phyllis Goforth,John Brungardt <Phyllis@prestigetrailers.com>
Du Quoin, IL - Thursday, December 13, 2007 9:39 AM CST
I can not imagine the emotions your family must be going through. I have been following Ashley's story for several months now, long enough to know what a wonderful girl she was. Remember that the God who has received her into heaven and given her perfect healing is here to comfort you now. I will be praying for your family through this time. May God bless and comfort you.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannah317
Hannah K
Hugs from, PA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 0:35 AM CST
Robin and Mark,
I was just sitting here thinking of Ashley and your family tonight. I am hoping you and the kids are coping somehow. The details you are preparing must be so difficult, but knowing you Robin, they will be a perfect celebration of sweet Ashley's life.
I will be with you in spirit and I continue to pray for peace and comfort for your family.
With Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Wednesday, December 12, 2007 10:34 PM CST
I will pray for your little Ryan. I am filled with sorrow for you. We brought our little Shelby home today from Children's in Dallas. We are home with Hospice. My heart is so full of sadness and greatfulness at the same time. I cried to read about your plans. I had told myself that when the time comes I would not wear black but blue Shelby's favorite color. We too plan to let her ashes fly free over the ocean waves...they may fly where they wish just like Shelby will. Much love, Kim/Shelby's Mom
caringbridge.org/visit/shelbyr
Kimberley Rodriguez <myredmustang@tx.rr.com>
Frisco, Tx United States - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 10:19 PM CST
I will pray for your little Ryan. I am filled with sorrow for you. We brought our little Shelby home today from Children's in Dallas. We are home with Hospice. My heart is so full of sadness and greatfulness at the same time. I cried to read about your plans. I had told myself that when the time comes I would not wear black but blue Shelby's favorite color. We too plan to let her ashes fly free over the ocean waves...they may fly where they wish just like Shelby will. Much love, Kim/Shelby's Mom
caringbridge.org/visit/shelbyr
Kimberley Rodriguez <myredmustang@tx.rr.com>
Frisco, Tx United States - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 10:19 PM CST
To the Debes neighbors ~ Thank you, and God Bless you for your kindness and support of Ashley's family.
Robin & Mark ~ Sending our prayers for your strength and peace.
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 8:55 PM CST
I am so sorry for you loss. That's about as insufficient as it gets.
I'll continue praying for all of you
anon
- Wednesday, December 12, 2007 7:10 PM CST
Robin-
I just wanted to let you guys know that I am thinking of you today. I smiled picturing all the blue ribbons you are seeing out your window. Ashley was so loved by everyone she came in contact with. Praying for strength to get you guys through the weekend and the upcoming holiday.
Lorie, mom to Ben (another cancer warrior)
ALL-KIDS
Lorie H <lghirsh@hotmail.com>
TN - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 6:54 PM CST
Dear Debes Family,
Although I didn't take care of Ashley very often, the few times I did I really enjoyed her and all of you. I will always remember Ashely smiling and laughing, and I will always remember the immense devotion you had for your daughter. Your entire family never stopped fighting, and you always had a positive attitude and a smile for everyone on the HOT unit. Your sweet Ashley is missed greatly by so many people, and I am glad that I was able to have even a tiny part in your life. I think of you often, and will always remember Ashley. You should be proud of your daughter, and proud of yourselves for bringing her into this world and raising her to be so wonderful. I'm sure her celebration on Saturday will be beautiful and exactly what she would have wanted.
Anne Zelazoski, RN <azelazoski@chw.org>
Wauwatosa, WI 53226 - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 6:12 PM CST
My First Christmas In Heaven
I see the countless Christmas trees
around the world below,
with tiny lights like heavens stars
reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular,
please wipe away the tear
For I am spending Christmas
with Jesus this year
I hear the many Christmas songs
that people hold so dear
But the sounds of music can't compare
with the Christmas choir up here
I have no words to tell you,
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
but I am not so far away
We really aren't apart.
So be happy for me dear ones,
You know I hold you dear,
and be glad I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus this year.
I sent you a special gift,
from my heavenly home above
I sent you each a memory
of my undying love
After all love is a gift more
precious than pure gold
It was always most important
in the stories Jesus told.
Please love and keep each other,
as my father said to do
For I can't count the blessings or love
he has for each of you.
So have a Merry Christmas and
wipe away that tear
Remember I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus Christ this year
Courtney Cherveny-Dietitan that provided Ash w/the delicious Boost drink <ccherveny@chw.org>
Children's Hospital , WI USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 2:56 PM CST
I was shocked and saddened to read of Ashley's passing. I have been following hers and Ryan's story since my son was diagnosed with ALL in 20002 and I found the Parents of kids with leukemia website. I have not had access to your site and I was hoping to read that she was progressing.
Childhood cancer sucks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My thoughts and prayers and with your family during this extremly difficult time. I have often thought it's too bad that loved ones are not allowed a pass to come down from heaven to ease the suffering of those left behind.
Take care and hang in there as best you can.
Love,
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen Steffes <ksmsteffes@yahoo.com>
Mayfield Hts, OH 1 - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 2:27 PM CST
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will be p raying for your family.
Laura <emll4us@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, December 12, 2007 1:08 PM CST
I would love your address in order to send something to help in your family honoring Ashley's wishes. What a brave young girl!
tricia <triciabxny@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, December 12, 2007 12:43 AM CST
Dear Robin and family,
May God be with you all as you celebrate Ashley's life Saturday. You have many caring, loving friends, family and strangers who have followed her life story and have celebrated and cried with you. She is in His loving arms now. Until you meet again may you be carried through with the knowledge that she is happier and more loved than we can even imagine.
With my love,
Annette
www.caringbridge.org/visit/peterdickson
Annette Dickson <annettekdickson@yahoo.com>
Salinas, CA USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 12:41 AM CST
What a lovely tribute to a wonderful girl. Its given me an idea, I've got some pretty blue wire with stars on, I got it to put it around presents but I'm going to tie some onto my christmas tree in tribute. I meant to sign yesterday to say what a beautiful photograph of Ashley with twinkles on the home page
all my love
viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Wednesday, December 12, 2007 11:55 AM CST
Robin,
Once again, your entry has brought me to tears. Ashley was one amazing young lady with one amazing family. May the Lord continue to hold you each close and fill your mind with wonderful memories of Ashley.
Love and Blessings
Michelle Petrow
www.caringbridge.org/nj/jaclynpetrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 10:10 AM CST
The story you told of your neighbors big hearts was enough to bring me to tears. Lean on them, Robin. They sound liek good people to me. Checking back as you begin your next journey and holding you close to my heart.
suzanne (march 2002 PG) <suzmcdmcd@gmail.com>
guilford, ct - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 9:54 AM CST
What wonderful neighbors you have! We are praying for your family as you prepare and then celebrate Ashley's life. She touched so many lives in so many ways, and many are blessed even though we never met her in person. Thank you for sharing her life with us!
Wendy K-ALL-Kids <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
tx - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 9:47 AM CST
Robin and Family - was just sitting here and you crossed my mind. Just wanted to stop and check in on all of you. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers in Vermont...
Vicki C/ALL-Kids - Angel Wings
Mom to Morgan , 14, ALL Leukemia
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Northfield, VT - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 9:46 AM CST
Thinking of you all again today.
Susan Terry-Wilhelm <susan_terry@ml.com>
Houston, TX - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 9:17 AM CST
Mark, Robin, Jennifer, Kelsey, and Ryan-
We just want you to know we are praying for your healing. Your words and the special pictures of Ashley are so incredibly touching! If there is anything we can do for you we hope you will not heasitate to ask.
Darla, Ed, Allison, and Anna Corbe (your neighbors)
Darla Corbe
Oconomowoc, WI USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 7:00 AM CST
Just to let you know we are thinking about you all. Praying for you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, December 12, 2007 0:34 AM CST
Mark, Robin & Family...
God Bless you all...you are in my family's thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine the heart ache you must feel. Ashley fought this fight so long and so have you all. I pray for peace and healing to come to your family. Anything I could ever do for you I would gladly offer...God Bless
James & Nicole Klier (Mariah, Austin, Alicia & Madison) <owlman1969@yahoo.com>
Athens, WI USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 10:26 PM CST
Little Ryan,
i am new to your site, but thanks to the kind souls at Angel_Wings i have wandered here from afar ... and i will be here often to offer prayers and walk this walk with you. i am SO sorry at the loss of your sister ... oh, if i could hug you through these pages ... i would.
Please know that you are in my heart, and from this day, you are part of my family. I, along with my wife and four kids, officially take you as one of our own. We will lift you up in prayer, and will carry this load with you, young man.
What an honor it is to join these prayer warriors in their noble effort ... i am far from worthy of such lofty endeavors. Take some small comfort, dear boy, in knowing that someone from South Louisiana loves you.
God Bless you and your family,
Joel
P.S. This reading has gotten me through the loss of several precious souls in my life. How i hope it gives you some small measure of peace:
"I am standing on the seashore. A ship spreads his white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the ocean. I stand watching him until he fades on the horizon, and someone at my side says, "He is gone." Gone where? The loss of sight is in me, not in him. Just at the moment when someone says, "He is gone," there are others who are watching him coming. Other voices take up the glad shout, "Here He comes!" That is dying. --Henry Scott Holland
Joel A. Ohmer <joel.ohmer@gmail.com>
Houma, LA USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:55 PM CST
May the peace and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you during the days ahead...I recently lost my daughter to AML and know exactly how you are feeling...celebrate Ashley's life, embrace each other, let yourself grieve in whatever way you need to.
Diane <dtaylor@tarleton.edu>
Stephenville, Texas - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:54 PM CST
Debes family,
I'm so so sorry about Ashley - she fought so hard for so long, and it just isn't fair that it wasn't enough. I will never forget your unwavering support and courage, and Ashley's beautiful smile. She reminded me so much of my Melanie.
Take care, and know you have lots of friends from around the world holding you up in thoughts and prayer.
Love,
Kathi (Melanie's Mom, ALL-Kids list) <mom2melanie@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 6:17 PM CST
I'm so sorry for your loss. Heaven sure has a beautiful little angel up there now. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Kathy Hudgens <khudgens@crownline.com>
West Frankfort, IL USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 4:30 PM CST
Mark & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always and forever. I am so sorry to hear about this loss but remember she is better now.
Love to you all!!!
Crystal Logsdon <clogsdon@crownline.com>
Benton, IL - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 4:00 PM CST
Mark, Robin, Jennifer, Kelsey and Ryan,
We were so sorry to hear about Ashley. I will never forget the summer that she and Louis spent our entire vacation in the lake :)Ashley was such a wonderful spirit - so wise and kind. We can't imagine what you are going through but you are all in our prayers.
Paul, Kristine, Louis & Nicholas Kroog
Milwaukee, WI USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 2:44 PM CST
I Have never written before but have checked on this site several times. I'm so sorry, my heart aches for you, my oldest son turned 11 on aug. 10, so he is not much older than ashley, my youngest son, is 6 and he has All, but the thought of losing any of your children breaks your heart. i take comfort like you that she is now in heaven having the best christmas of her life. In my prayers as always.
Loretta Tilley www.caringbridge.org/visit/bradtilley
Loretta Tilley
Presque Isle, ME USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 10:13 AM CST
I have been following Ashley and Ryan for several years but have never signed the guestbook. I was truly shocked when I read the entry on Sunday. I was so praying that she would be able to fight off the infection. She and all children fighting this disease are my true heroes. My deepest sympathy to your family. You are a shining example of what it means to be a family.
Sue Gomes
- Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:49 AM CST
The Gap
The gap between those who have lost children and those who have not is profoundly difficult to bridge. No one, whose children are well and intact can be expected to understand what parents who have lost children have absorbed and what they bear. Our children come to us through every blade of grass, every crack in the sidewalk, every bowl of breakfast cereal. We seek contact with their atoms, their hairbrush, their toothbrush, their clothing. We reach for what was integrally woven into the fabric of our lives, now torn and shredded.
A black hole has been blown through our souls and, indeed, it often does not allow the light to escape. It is a difficult place. For us to enter there is to be cut deeply, and torn anew, each time we go there, by the jagged edges of our loss. Yet we return, again and again, for that is where our children now reside. This will be so for years to come and it will change us profoundly. At some point in the distant future, the edges of that hole will have tempered and softened but the empty space will remain - a life sentence.
Our friends will change through this. There is no avoiding it. We grieve for our children, in part, through talking about them and our feelings for having lost them. Some go there with us, others cannot and through their denial and a further measure, however unwittingly, to an already heavy burden. Assuming that we may be feeling "better" six months later is simply "to not get it." The excruciating and isolating reality that bereaved parents feel is hermetically sealed from the nature of any other human experience. Thus it is a trap - those whose compassion and insight we most need are those for whom we abhor the experience that would allow them that sensitivity and capacity. And yet, somehow there are those, each in their own fashion, who have found a way to reach us and stay, to our comfort. They have understood, again each in their own way, that our children remain our children through our memory of them. Their memory is sustained through speaking about them and our feelings about their death. Deny this and you deny their life. Deny their life and you no longer have a place in ours.
We recognize that we have moved to an emotional place where it is often very difficult to reach us. Our attempts to be normal are painful and the day to day carries a silent, screaming anguish that accompanies us, sometimes from moment to moment. Were we to give it its own voice we fear we would become truly unreachable, and so we remain "strong" for a host of reasons even as the strength saps our energy and drains our will. Were we to act out our true feelings we would be impossible to be with. We resent having to act normal, yet we dare not do otherwise. People who understand this dynamic are our gold standard. Working our way through this over the years will change us as does every experience - and extreme experience changes one extremely. We know we will have recovered when, as we have read, it is no longer so painful to be normal. We do not know who we will be at that point or who will still be with us.
We have read that the gap is so difficult that, often, bereaved parents must attempt to reach out to friends and relatives or risk losing them. This is our attempt. For those untarnished by such events, who wish to know in some way what they, thankfully, do not know, read this. It may provide a window that is helpful for both sides of the gap.
Brenda MY CHRISTMAS ANGEL <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta/Canada, - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:21 AM CST
Robin Mark and family, I can tell by your entries that you are happy that Ashley is not suffering anymore. Seeing your child suffer like that must have cut deeply into you. Ashley fought a great fight to get where she is now!!! So many years of suffering and not being able to just be a normal kid. She, and you, taught me so much all of these years. I loved your comment about Ashley already making crafts for Him! My God, Robin, you are tough. You and your whole family! I am thrilled that your Ashley is finally in a safe place and that you do not have the pain of her suffering, only the pain of not being with her. I am praying everyday for you guys. Love Mary Beth
Mary Beth Jilek
DeKalb, Il USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:17 AM CST
Lifting each of you up in prayer this morning. I know that Jesus is carrying you through --
Susan Terry-Wilhelm
Houston, TX USA - Tuesday, December 11, 2007 9:07 AM CST
THE BORROWED GEM
I'll lend you for a little time, a child of mine, He said.
For you to love while she lives, and mourn when she is dead.
It may be six or seven years, or twenty-two or three.
But will you, till I call her back, take care of her for me?
She'll bring her charms to gladden you, and shall her stay be brief,
You'll have her lovely memories as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise she will stay, since all from earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true
And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you.
Now will you give her all your love, nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate me when I come to call, to take her back again?
I fancied that I heard them say, Dear Lord, Thy will be done.
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter her with tenderness, we'll love her while we may;
And for the happiness we've known, will ever grateful stay.
But shall the angels call for her much sooner than we planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.
I work on the Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant floor at Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. I learned of your loss from my cousin's sons' CareBridge Page. Those angels on your daughter's CaringBridge page look so much like her. I will keep you and your daughter in my prayers.
Kat Carrozza
- Monday, December 10, 2007 10:36 PM CST
I wish there were words that would give you peace. Know that you are in our prayers. Without knowing it Ashley touched so many people. She will be missed............
Susan Allison <sallison1365@charter.net>
Pelham, AL - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:31 PM CST
dear Debs family,
i am so sorry about ashley. i am keeping you in my parys at sacred heart! I want you to know you are not alone through this pain there are always friends near by.
hannah piantek <picklepants95@yahoo.com>
shawano, wi usa - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:39 PM CST
Oh Robin, I am so sorry. I have followed you guys for years and years now, and this utterly breaks my heart. I was absolutely shocked coming here tonight and seeing your post. I am praying for your family and keeping you close to my heart. I have learned so much from Ashley, thank you for sharing her with us. I am trying to take comfort knowing she feels no pain.
Jennifer Smith <lakerdog2@yahoo.com>
Hidden Valley Lake, ca USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:36 PM CST
I just got word via the group link (Families of Children with Cancer) and want you to know that there are many of us who are thinking of you all. Ashley has joined many very special angels even though we wish that it hadn't happened. You all have been troopers over these years and I have admired your strength and perseverance, even though I am sure it has been hard to find that strength at times. I am so sorry for your loss and wish you strength to get through this new phase. Take care of yourselves; Ashley is in good hands.
Carolyn Johnson <cjohnson1566@aol.com>
Green Bay, - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:27 PM CST
Robin,
I'm back again, too. I have thought of little else all weekend. I just love the picture you've put on the front of the CB page. We will always remember her that way - beautiful and sweet and healthy - as she is once again.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:22 PM CST
I don't know you........or Ashley.......but God does, and she is safely and comfortably resting......at her Heavenly home.....in the arms of Jesus.
Jay Hurder <hurder007@insightbb.com>
Freeport, IL Stephenson - Monday, December 10, 2007 7:58 PM CST
I'm sorry for Ashley's passing. Our class as well as everyone are keeping your family in our prayers. :)
Brianna Waukau <choc_waukau_25@yahoo.com>
Shawano, WI USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 6:45 PM CST
I was so sad to hear of Ashley's passing. I have followed your family on Caringbridge for several years and feel like I know you all. It took my breath away to read Saturday's entry. I could not even respond until today. She has touched so many lives with her spirit and will live forever in many a heart. I am sure she is making crafts in heaven. The service you have planned sounds perfect for her. God bless you all.
Jill <justjillnichols@hotmail.com>
FL - Monday, December 10, 2007 6:20 PM CST
I am so sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. She had so much more life to live but taught many of us so much in the time she was here. My best days working at the clinic were spent with your amazing daughter. My sincere condolences and prayers are with your entire family.
Chad Griepentrog <chadgrip@hotmail.com>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, December 10, 2007 5:37 PM CST
Robin, Mark and Family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Even in difficult times God is providing something for us. May you find peace and comfort.
Take care,
Bill
Bill S (Cora's Dad)
Manitowoc, Wi - Monday, December 10, 2007 4:50 PM CST
Robin,
I too am signing again, you are such an amazing family and I am so sorry that you need to feel this loss and pain. I am praying for you and thinking of you all the time.
Ellen Pittner & family <epittner@new.rr.com>
- Monday, December 10, 2007 4:41 PM CST
I miss you Ashley.
You were the best friend I could ever wish for.
You could understand me better than anyone else.
I can't believe you are gone.
I will never forget you.
LULAS forever,
Tay-Tay
Taylor Jeske <tkjeske@yahoo.com>
Appleton, WI - Monday, December 10, 2007 4:37 PM CST
Robin & Mark. I come here again, because I am still in shock. Please know that so many of us know how wonderful your ashley was. She was and will always remain an inspritation to us all.
I will pray for the both you. You have been through so much and I truly admire you and Mark and your strong marriage.
I am lifting you up in prayer.
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Monday, December 10, 2007 4:11 PM CST
Dear Robin & Mark, & family, We are so saddened for the loss of your sweet, beautiful & strong littl girl Ashley. I am so sorry she had to fight so hard. You all were always such an awesome caring,loving support to her. May God hold all you close to Him during this most difficult time. We always loved seeing all of you. Our thoughts, love & prayers to your family. Love Donna, Bradley & Paul.
Donna
- Monday, December 10, 2007 3:42 PM CST
Dear Debes Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Please take care and know people are thinking and praying for all of you.
Sue & Mike Quistorf <quistorf@lsol.net>
Manitowoc, WI - Monday, December 10, 2007 3:32 PM CST
My eyes are full of tears as I write this. You are in my prayers.....I have continued to check in on your family each day and have admired your strength and love for eachother. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I know that Ashley is the most beautiful angel and she will be watching over you every step of the way.
Julie Kjorsvik
Ellensburg, WA - Monday, December 10, 2007 3:19 PM CST
Robin and Mark,
It is with a heavy heart that I write my condolences to you and your family. Ashley was the epitome of kindness, patience, and always had a positive attitude despite the many awful days of sickness. Ashley's strength and the constant love you as parents showed her everyday will live in my heart as an example of the goodness possible in the world.
Stacy Brett (one of Ashley's nurses) <Sbrett@chw.org>
Wauwatosa, WI USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 3:10 PM CST
I was so shocked to read this update. I am so sorry for your loss.
tina <teenertots1@aol.com>
mineola, ny - Monday, December 10, 2007 3:08 PM CST
I am so sorry for your loss. May GOD hold you close during this time. Hugs and prayers.
Carolyn Wing/Angel_Wings <carolyn_wing@yahoo.com>
Carson City, MI - Monday, December 10, 2007 2:51 PM CST
You are all in our prayers. Ashley was a hero to one and all.
Sabrina <tobecancerfree@yahoo.com>
cullman, al - Monday, December 10, 2007 2:23 PM CST
Dear Mark and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this trying time. We are very sorry for your loss.
Stay strong!
Best regards,
Russ, Tracy and the boys
Russell & Tracy Handy <rghandy3@sbcglobal.net>
Oshkosh, WI USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 2:18 PM CST
Robin, Mark, Jennifer, Kelsey & Ryan- Our hearts go out to your family. You are always in our thoughts & prayers. Ashley will be missed and she's a role model to us all! If there is anything that we can do, please let us know...We miss you...
Marla Sparks-The Sparks Family <msparks@parkviewmanorhealth.com>
Shawano, WI USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 2:08 PM CST
Dear Debes Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you rely on others to help get you through this very difficult time. I treasure the time that I was able to get to know Ashley. She was a fighter and great example for all. My sympathies to you and your family.
Kris Erdmann <kerdmann@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 1:54 PM CST
I am in total shock. I just can't belive the entry I just read. I will continue to lift you all up in prayer. Each and everyday. I am so very sorry for your loss. I have folllowed you for so long...I am so very sadden by Ashley's passing.
My heart and prayers are with you and your family. She was truly an inspiration to us all.
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Monday, December 10, 2007 1:43 PM CST
I am in total shock ... I can not begin to imagine the pain you are all feeling! The world has lost an amazing little lady - she was such a strong fighter ... May God hold you close as you travel this road ... God Bless!
Rebekah Clark <mommy_jaden@yahoo.com>
Prior Lake, MN USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 12:57 AM CST
Robin and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Ashley. She was a tremendous fighter against this dreadful disease. I wish you peace and strength in the coming days.
I'm going to email you about an on-line group of parents who have had children die from cancer . . . it has been a comfort to me in the two years since Clare died.
Karen, Clare's mom from the ALL-Kids list <ardenjunk@mac.com>
Cabin John, MD - Monday, December 10, 2007 12:19 AM CST
I'm saddened to read this. I have been following for quite awhile. I've kept you all in my prayers and was praying that she would pull through. May God bless you and hold you and your family during this time and always.
Olivia
IL - Monday, December 10, 2007 12:17 AM CST
Keeping you in my thoughts during the Holiday season and in my prayer's always.I'm so sorry to hear that Ashley got her angel wings.I have followed her story for a couple of years.My heart breaks for you and your family.
Brenda MY CHRISTMAS ANGEL <brenda@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta/Canada, - Monday, December 10, 2007 12:08 AM CST
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have followed Ashley's journey through the online ALL kids group, and have long been an admirer of her strength and courage, as well as the strength and courage of your entire family. She was a beautiful little girl with a beautiful heart and she will be missed. Prayers and hugs to you.
Carrie Meyer <meyer123@msn.com>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 11:50 AM CST
So sorry for your loss Robin and family.
Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers.
Kari - mom to Dawson (ALL kids) <kfenrich@hotmail.com>
Camrose, AB Canada - Monday, December 10, 2007 11:29 AM CST
Mark & Robin,
Mere words cannot express the sorrow that tears at our hearts for your loss. I can only hope that the healing power of the words in the below poem eases your anguish.
This Child of Mine
Author Unknown
“ I lend you for a little time, a child of mine,” God said.
“ For you to love the while she lives, and mourn for when she’s dead.”
“ It may be six or seven weeks, or thirty years or three,
But will you, till I call her back, take real good care of her for me?”
“ She’ll bring her charm to gladden you, and should her stay be brief,
You’ll have her loving memories, as solace for your grief.”
“ I cannot promise she will stay, since all from earth return,
But there are lessons taught her down ‘there’, I want this child to learn.”
“ I looked the whole world over, in my search for teachers true,
And from the throngs who crowd life’s way, I have selected all of you.”
“ Now will you give her all your love, do not think her labor was in vain,
Will you hate Me when I call around to take her back again ?”
“ I would like to hear you say, ‘Dear Lord, thy will be done’,
For all the joy this child has brought, All fateful risks we run.”
“ We sheltered her with tenderness, we loved her shile we may,
And for the happiness we have known, we shall forever grateful pray.”
“ But you came ‘round to call for her, much sooner than we’d planned,
Dear Lord, forgive this grief, and help us understand.”
Byron Wink <sogsace@hotmail.com>
Tamaroa, IL USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 11:10 AM CST
Mark and Family,
I am saddened by the loss of Ashley. Please know that your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. God's Speed Ashley.
Kerry Miller
Waukesha, WI 53189 - Monday, December 10, 2007 11:00 AM CST
I have been following Ashley's story for quite some time. I was shocked and heartbroken this morning when I read the update about Ashley. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. Fly free Angel Ashley.
God Bless,
Chrissy
CB
Ham Lake, MN - Monday, December 10, 2007 10:46 AM CST
My dear family,
Thank you for sharing your family with "ours" I have prayed for all of you during this latest battle and will continue. Please know how much my heart is broken for your loss.
Wendie House <Whouse@co.st-joseph.in.us>
South Bend, IN - Monday, December 10, 2007 10:16 AM CST
Dear All,
Your Family is in our prayers here at Sacred Heart Catholic School, in Shawano. Please let us know of anything we can do for you. Ashley was an inspiration to many.
Paula Kundinger
Paula Kundinger <second@shcscardinals.org>
Shawano, Wi - Monday, December 10, 2007 10:09 AM CST
How can this be? I have been following Ashley & Ryan for years -- my heart is just broken, but I know that Ashley is running free.
May God hold each of you close--
Susan Terry-Wilhlem
Houston, TX USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 10:05 AM CST
Fly free Ashley! And watch over your family until you can all be together one day.
Part of my morning routine is to get a cup of coffee before I start work and check on Ashley and another little girl with leukemia I have been praying for. I was completely shocked this morning to hear of her passing. Just blown away and overwhelmed with sadness as I see another family go down the same path as us. I will keep you all in my prayers and hope that you find peace in your hearts.
Thank you for sharing your sweet daughter’s life and journey with us. Ashley is an amazing angel who has touched the hearts of many forever.
Laura, Ken, Nathan, Isabel & ^^Angel Jillian^^ http://caringbridge.org/fl/jillian/
Naples, FL - Monday, December 10, 2007 10:02 AM CST
Robin,
I am just sick. I have thought about you non stop. I wish there was something that I could do. But, I know the best thing for you is to stick with your family. Stay close. I know how devastating this must be to the kids as well. So hard for you to grieve and give them wehat they need. God bless you. God must have needed Ashley to make this Christmas the most special in heaven this year. Know that I am thinking of you constantly.
Robbin
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:39 AM CST
Dear God,
Thank you the gift that was Ashley. Thank you for letting us have her for a season. Once again you show us that the smallest voice - an innocent child - carries a tremendous message of faith to the world. Certainly such a gift could only have been entrusted to special parents. We know that you will continue to hold them in your hands. Lord, please bind up their broken hearts. Bless them with open ears so they may hear their angel sing from on high where she is safe at home with you. Healthy, whole and at home with her Heavenly Father enjoying all the delights of heaven. We have been blessed by our time with her.
Amen.
We love to you all so very much.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:36 AM CST
I am so very sorry. I am reeling in shock, I cannot imagine what you must be feeling. Please know that you have been wonderful parents and that you are not alone. You and your family will continue to stay on my prayer list.
With much love and prayers.
Bebe Troppoli
"I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. Now there is a crown waiting for me. It is given to those who are right with God. The Lord, who judges fairly, will give it to me on the day he returns. He will not give it only to me. He will also give it to all those who are longing for him to return."
2 Timothy 4:7-8
Bebe Troppoli
Charlotte, NC - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:34 AM CST
Dear Robin and Family,
We are so deeply saddened to hear of Ashley's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find strength and love amongst each other.
Nellie, Paul, Mollie & Sophie <JustNellie@aol.com>
Appleton, Wi - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:29 AM CST
My deepest sympathy to your family, for no words can describe your pain right now. I can only pray now that you will feel comfort and peace from God and the joy and love that Ashley brought to your family.
Pam Becker <pjbecker03@comcast.net>
Batavia , Il - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:13 AM CST
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven just received a beautiful angel. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Vicki, Mike,Cory,Shandel,Whitney Huffman <vhuffman@sacredheartofshawano.org>
Shawano, WI USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:11 AM CST
To the entire Debes family,
Know that there are many prayers and thoughts for your family in this difficult time. Ashley was a beautiful girl and her strength and positive attitude will be forever remembered. God Bless you, Ashley.
Kathy, Mark, Erin and Allison Klage <klage@sbcglobal.net>
Winfield, IL US - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:10 AM CST
I have been off line for a couple of days and am completely shocked by your update. The tears are falling and just can't seem to get them to stop. What a blessing it has been to get to know your family via caringbridge. Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us. Know that you all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Steph - all kids - www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <stephaniejochim@yahoo.com>
Flasher, ND - Monday, December 10, 2007 9:08 AM CST
Dear Kelsey and family,
I am so very saddened to hear of Ashley's passing and can only imagine the sorrow you feel. I know there are no words that can describe the pain in your hearts and surrealness of your world right now. Ashley will always be a part of you and her energy and love never dies. May she finally be at peace and doing all that her illness didn't allow her to.
With love and hope,
Sandy Price
Sandy Price <sprice@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
DePere , Wi USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:57 AM CST
Like others have written, I was so surprised to read of your daughter's passing. I am so sorry.
Sondra
tx - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:54 AM CST
I am so sorry. She was such a fighter, now she is an angel.
Sarah (March 2002 LC) <sarahbritandrew@yahoo.com>
- Monday, December 10, 2007 8:42 AM CST
Just heard of Ashley's passing and wanted you to know we are thinking of you today. May it bring you comfort to know that God shed tears when Ashley entered His presence because He saw the heart pain her going brought to you. Yes, He loves Ashley and is glad to see her but He would never intentionaly cause anyone pain, He loves you too much to do that. So glad you were all with Ashley and it was peacable for her. Hugs & Hope Friend,
Debbie <jdshrockfamily@yahoo.com>
Brewster, OH U.S.A. - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:31 AM CST
Dear Family,
Am joining the throng of folks lifting you up during this heart-rending time! What an empty place your precious Ashley will leave. And oh how her wonderous spirit will vibrate on thu all the joy she shared while here.
Much love and warm support, now and always.
Ms Lu
Hugs&Hope/Dabbles&Doodles
Lucel-Melody Wings
Atlanta, GA USA - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:11 AM CST
God has made it possible for us all to come together again with our loved ones in His time, in His heavenly home. May God bless you in this most difficult of times.
Tricia Blake (great-aunt of Kaden Kilburn)
Round Rock, tx - Monday, December 10, 2007 8:08 AM CST
I just read your entry here Monday morning and I am so sorry. It was not what I expected at all. I realized things were not going well, but I kept praying Ashley would turn the corner. Please know that I am praying for you.
Tracy Stanley
Ramsey, MN - Monday, December 10, 2007 7:48 AM CST
I am so so so sorry for your loss, I know these words don't even begin to touch the heartbreak that you and your family are experiencing but I pray for strength for you all and that as you start to walk down this long road of hurt and healing that you will find comfort.
Blessings
Paige
Atlanta, ga - Monday, December 10, 2007 7:42 AM CST
Dear Debes Family,
We were very sadden to hear of Ashleys passing. She was a very wonderful little girl and touched so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God guide you in this time of sorrow and know he will be there for you always. God Bless,
The Meisner Family, Scott, Linda, Andy, David, Michael & Paul
Scott & Linda Meisner <slmeis@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI - Monday, December 10, 2007 7:22 AM CST
Hi Debes family. So sorry to hear the news. Hard to really form any words when something like this happens. I hadn't talked to Mark in awhile since the Chicago Loop Cruise, but on a number of occasions wondered how everything was going. I'm sure she will become a good guardian angel to help other kids through this.
Randy Andersen
Oswego, IL U.S.A. - Monday, December 10, 2007 7:20 AM CST
I am so so sorry to hear this news. I could not believe I was in the right page when I read it. My heart is breaking for all of you. Ashley was very special and really touched so many lives.
Tracy Grant <davendos@iafrica.com>
South Africa - Monday, December 10, 2007 3:46 AM CST
I'm so, so sorry to hear of your loss. I was so shocked and surprised! What exactly happened?? I always felt a bond between Ashley and I, as my name is Ashley as well and I was a patient at Children's Hospital in Milwaukee from the age of 14-19. Anyway my thoughts and prayers are with you. I can't begin to imagine the pain you're all going through.
Ash <WatermlonSlushi@aol.com>
Milwaukee, WI United States - Monday, December 10, 2007 1:53 AM CST
We were very saddened to hear about Ashley. I check her site nearly everyday. I was shocked, to say the least. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family. Being one of "Cody's Friends", I am sure she was greeted in heaven by Cody.
Cody's Wheels Of Hope (www.cwoh.org)
Cindy Filson <info@cwoh.org>
Erie, PA USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:48 PM CST
You don't know me, but I found out about Ashley's plight through the long arms of Crownline owners.
As a father of 2 daughters, let me say I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Pat, Cathy, Sarah & Elizabeth Bates
Patrick Bates <patblouky@bellsouth.net>
Louisville, KY - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:31 PM CST
I am speechless.... I've been following Ashley's journey for quite some time and prayed for her complete healing... I am so very sorry and simply cannot find the words to say. You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday as you continue this journey. Ashley has been healed in heaven, but it just wasn't to be - here on earth. So many have learned wonderful things from your daughter. She is truly precious.
Cathy <cathymalecha@yahoo.com>
Northfield, MN - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:10 PM CST
I am in shock. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful and wonderful little girl. You will all be in my prayers. I am heartbroken for you.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:01 PM CST
I could not believe the entry - I had to make sure I was in the right place. Ashley touched so many lives, including many of us who, though we prayed for her all the time, never met her. Your family has been a symbol of faith, hope and love. Thank you for sharing those gifts with all of us.
God Bless You,
Ann
Ann (daughter to Lina, dx 11/03, OT 3/06)
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:46 PM CST
So sorry to hear of your loss! We will be praying for your family and askin God to send the peace that surpasses all understanding. God bless
The Ungers
www.caringbridge/visit/micahunger
Rob Unger <rob-unger@myway.com>
Sulliva, In - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:31 PM CST
Ashley gave me such hope and I was so saddened to hear she passed. She touched many. Praying for you.
Tammy <tnunez@timespicayune.com>
Covington, LA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:28 PM CST
Mark & the entire Debes Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss! In this very difficult time, take comfort in knowing that she's in a better place now and the suffering is over.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong!
Travis Ploman <travisploman@charter.net>
Mosinee, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:26 PM CST
Hello Debes family,
I have been sitting here trying to come up with just the right thing to say, and I am coming up with nothing that seems adequate. I am so sorry that your sweet Ashley has passed. She just had such a special place in my heart. I will be praying for you all, especially for your strength in the coming days. If there is anything I can do please let me know!
Carine Ekberg www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay <cae71@sbcglobal.net>
McHenry, IL - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:25 PM CST
I was so shocked to read this entry & hear of Ashleys passing. You don't know me but I was given this link by a dear friend some time ago and have been following your journey. My heart goes out to you and your family. Know that Ashley touched so many lives...even of those she never met & will never be forgotten. Bless all of in this difficult time, and thank you for enriching others lives through the strength of your own.
Bonnie <destiny9@mts.net>
Neepawa, MB Canada - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:23 PM CST
i am so sorry for your loss. i am praying for you and your family. big prayers for your son also. you have your angel to watch over you all the time now. big hugs!
alisha hancock <hancock_alisha@hotmail.com>
okc, ok usa - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:23 PM CST
Robin and family,
I am so sorry. From one leukemia mom to another, this is the ending we never want and it must be so hard on all of you. I think of Ryan and I hope this gives him even more courage and fire to fight this fight. Hang on to all the amazing and wonderful days you have all had together and know you are strong, loving parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ashley and your family.
Deb Balcarek (Tate's mom ALL-KIDS) <tatesmommy@msn.com>
S. Easton, MA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:19 PM CST
Dear Debes, it was with total disbelief that I read your entry. I have been checking on Ashley everyday and we all have been praying for her. She has joined all the other dear angels including my dear mom as well as one of the other newest angels this week, my friend Rachael. She, too lost her battle with cancer. Please know you all will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days and months.
Hugs to all of you,
Anne Sulskis <sailkees@yahoo.com>
Keshena, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:16 PM CST
Dear Debes family,
My heart hurts for how lost you must all be feeling. I wish that all of us who have hoped and prayed for you could offer some semblence of comfort. I'm sorry we can't give you what you want most. I only wanted to say, how much we have admired Ashley, and that she will forever be a part of our hearts.
Alicia - ALL list
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
Powell, OH - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:13 PM CST
Dear Debes Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Ashley. I have been checking in daily and I was shocked by the news, as I'm sure everyone was. Ashley will be missed by many as she has touched so many lives. She has definitely earned those angel wings - we all know she is the lovely angel with the most beautiful smile. The families at Woodland have you all in their thoughts and prayers. Please know we are all blessed to have known Ashley and your family. Robin, you are one strong incredible mom! Take Care,
Melissa
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:07 PM CST
I could not believe the entry - I had to make sure I was in the right place. Ashley touched so many lives, including many of us who, though we prayed for her all the time, never met her. Your family has been a symbol of faith, hope and love. Thank you for sharing those gifts with all of us.
God Bless You,
Ann
Ann (daughter to Lina, dx 11/03, OT 3/06)
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:47 PM CST
We were so sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. Our family's prayers are with you all.
Mary & Beth from ALL Kids group
Mary & Beth Bailey <bailey5@roadrunner.com>
Old Town, ME USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:40 PM CST
Dear Debes family,
You don't know me, but I am truly touched by your family and the strength Ashley possesed. I heard about your story from Anne Marie (CL on IVillage Sept06 board). I am so sorry for your loss and pray for grace and healing for all of you! God bless you!
Amy Provenzano <aeadams24@yahoo.com>
Clifton Park, NY USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:31 PM CST
Robin and family, I was shocked and so very saddened to hear the news. Ashley was so strong and such a fighter; such a wonderful girl. I never thought it would come to this. I know she is at last healthy, free, happy with our Lord. But I am so very sorry, so heartsick, for you. Words cannot suffice, but know you have my heartfelt prayers.
Beth, Kyle's mom, from ALL-KIDS <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:28 PM CST
Robin and Family,
My heart is broken. I am so very sorry for you loss of Ashley. I check Ashley´s page every day, but yaesterday a had a busy day and than today I am devasted. I don't know what to say but..You are all in my thoughts and prayer's. I know this pain..3 yrs and 3 months ago my beloved daughter Sarah earned her wings angels too. Certainly she has a new friend in the heaven and both are with Jesus..in peace, free pain..
God bless all family
love
Regia
Sarah´s mom forever
www.caringbridge.or/southamerica/sarah
Regia <regialopes@hotmail.com>
Natal, RN BRASIL - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:19 PM CST
I am in shock as I am sure you are too. I have been following Ashley for a while and was expecting to see her cells start to grow again. I am so so so sorry for your loss....she is a beautiful angel with a brilliant smile.
Sheri <holthe_s@yahoo.com>
Verona, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:12 PM CST
I am so sorry for your loss! May God Bless you all!
Jill Mondo <jkmondo@roadrunner.com>
Mooresville, NC - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:55 PM CST
Hello Debes Family
I would like to offer you my sympathy, I am so sorry that
your wonderful daughter and sister Ashley is no longer with
you. I never stopped praying for Ashley and I'll continue
praying for your family. With love, Sue Krueger
Sue Krueger <sue.k.krueger@gmail.com>
Shawano, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:52 PM CST
Robin and Family,
First off I am so very sorry for you loss of Ashley. My gosh how shocked I was to read this today. I check on Ashley every sinlge day.I don't know what to say other than how sorry I am for you and your family.
You are all in my thoughts and prayer's!
Shelli
Manager of the Parents of Luekemia group
shelli hoffmann <hoffmann.jeff@mchsi.com>
Cleveland, mn - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:52 PM CST
PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Debbie Anderson <debbiea1958@yahoo.com>
fort edward, New York 12828 United States - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:09 PM CST
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GOD BLESS YOU
Debbie Anderson <debbiea1958@yahoo.com>
fort edward, New York 12828 United States - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:08 PM CST
I am shocked and so very sorry. Ashley was a beautiful little girl and it is just so unfair. She fought so hard...You will all be in my thoughts& prayers... Fly free sweet Ashley...
Michele(nurse in ny)
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:07 PM CST
I am so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. I have followed your story for a long time now and feel so shocked by Ashley's sudden departure. You have been such a good mother to her ... and your entire family seems so close. Thank you for setting such an example to the rest of us. Many people are praying for grace for you during this very difficult time.
Sara Bayles
New York, NY - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:49 PM CST
I have been a silent warrior for a while. I check in on this site at least once daily. I was shocked and saddened to read your journal entry this morning. I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Fly High Ashley!!!
Diane DeWinter <ddwinter@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:43 PM CST
hello.
i just wanted to say, that, for the amount of time that i spent with this family, you guys truly are amazing. i don't ever recall a time not having fun with jenny and her family. there was always laughter and something to do. i miss you all very much, and you are in my thoughts & prayers.
love always.
Annie Lewis <rockmyworld2493@yahoo.com>
Keshena, WI U.S. - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:20 PM CST
Hello Deblings Family. :[
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything my mom or I can do, let us know.
Correen Lewis <sundance02@frontiernet.net>
Keshena, WI U.S. - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:18 PM CST
Robin & family,
When I knew Ashley was getting the bone marrow transplant, I
was praying for all good things for Ashley. I was so shocked
at her passing. I will have Ashley & all of you in my thoughts & prayers.
Ashley will never be forgotten. You will all be in my thoughts & prayers.
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OnesWhoCares,Dabbles&Doodles,PostPals,Angles_Wings
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
NY, NY USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:09 PM CST
This is Anne Marie/amgp2001 from March 2002 Lucky Charms playgroup. I have followed Ryan and Ashley's story for years now, daily I check in to see how you all are doing. I was brought to tears this morning when I found that precious Ashley had past away, I was not expecting it and like you caught me off guard. I prayed for your daughter that the BMT would take and she would finally be the little girl she so deserved to be after suffering so long with this disease. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven gained a beautiful angle yesterday and the earth lost a very determined little girls. I will continue to pray that your family finds peace in all this but know the battle will be long and hard and you will never feel whole again. Again, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anne Marie/amgp2001 <my2girlz2004@nc.rr.com>
Wake Forest, NC USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:09 PM CST
I am shocked and I am SO sorry. She certainly earned her Angel Wings. She fought very hard and I am so glad she was finally able to find peace. Her pain is over, ours remains. I now pray for peace and strength for her family.
Deb Mathy
GB, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 5:55 PM CST
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace go out your way. Ashley was a remarkable girl and remains an inspiration to all of us in this battle (ALL-group).
www.caringbridge.org/visit/lizalu
Liz Guanch <lckg@bellsouth.net>
Miami, FL USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 5:48 PM CST
Robin and Family
I just heard of the sad news of the passing of Ashley. My heart is just breaking, but in another joyous sense I am so happy to have known Ashley as a First grade student of mine here at Sacred Heart at Shawano, Wisconsin. I will always treasure the smiles and the GOOD TIMES we had. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Jill Bowers
Jill Bowers <golddust@frontiernet.net>
Marion, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 5:44 PM CST
Ashley, you and your family are my heroes. People say that our challenges in life create character. Actually they reveal character. All of you fought a courageous battle with cancer,but with compassion and dignity. An old Spanish proverb says, "There Is Not Enough Darkness In The World To Extinguish The Light Of One Small Candle." Your candle still burns brightly to show others the way.
Terry Griffith (Former St. V's Housekeeper) <tgriffith1945@msn.com>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 5:41 PM CST
So so sorry to hear about Ashley, may God grant you peace and comfort in the very tough days ahead...
I Hate cancer.
Cindy Zammit and Brandon--ALL Kids list
Damascus, MD - Sunday, December 9, 2007 5:15 PM CST
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Michelle Council <mcouncil@c-gate.net>
Laurel, MS USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:50 PM CST
I'm so sorry. I've been following your story for years but never signed in. My thoughts are with you all. It never seems fair when a child is lost to cancer. My Alyssa has another new friend in Heaven to play with. So Sorry.
Stacy <rmarko3@twcny.rr.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:17 PM CST
Debes Family - We are in shock and can't believe it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as always. Ashley is a beautiful angel and we will miss her.
Todd, Mary, Kurt, Kellie, Erik and Caitlin Raether
Shawano, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:11 PM CST
Robin, my heart is just broken for you. Ashley has been such an inspiration in our lives, thank you for sharing your family with us (ALL group)my prayers are with you guys
Shelly
(Chloes mom)
Caringbridge.org/visit/chloemalena
Shelly David <Sunshels@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:10 PM CST
Dear Debes family- I am so sorry to hear about Ashley passing. When we met in 2004, I was amazed with your family. You all have taught so many so much. Ashley was a true inspiration and will be missed by many. May God give you the strength and the courage to continue on. Please know that you all are in our prayers.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:49 PM CST
We are so sorry for your loss..May God Bless and carry all of you through this time...God Bless,The padgetts
www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannahpadgett
jennifer padgett <askjen152@yahoo.com>
jackson, oh usa - Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:42 PM CST
Robin,
I am heartbroken. I've been following Ashley and Ryan's journey for a long time. She was such a brave and strong girl. Your family will be in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Marion
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
Marion Rush <marerush@frontiernet.net>
IL - Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:32 PM CST
I just found your site and I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers, hugs and thoughts are with you. I cannot imagine and pray I never have to find out how you are hurting now. Remember God is in charge
Meta Armstrong <marmstrong@carolina.rr.com>
Belmont, NC USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:29 PM CST
I have read about Ashley through another caringbridge site for Kaden Kilburn. Love and prayers are flowing from Texas. Ashley was a beautiful little girl. May God grant you peace.
Dan, Traci, Nathan, Bailey and Matthew Fulmer <dtfulmer@sbcglobal.net>
Belton, TX USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:17 PM CST
thinking of you and your family.
Robyn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/nicole
rw
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:14 PM CST
Dear Family,
I am so so sorry for the lost of your beautiful daughter, Ashley. I didn't get the pleasure, to be blessed by the presence of Ashley, but what I have read she sounds like a remarkable young lady. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you in your time of need. I will continue my prayers as you go through your next journey.
GOD BLESS!
Sincerely,
Rebecca
Rebecca
Houston, Texas USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 2:59 PM CST
Debes Family-
I'm so sorry to hear about Ashley's passing. She was always one of my favorite kids to take care of at St. V's. No matter what was going on, she was always so polite and pleasant to be around. She will be missed. Thinking of you guys....
Amy, RN
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 2:37 PM CST
We are heartbroken to hear the news. Ashley was a beautiful and brave girl, and your family couldn't have been more supportive and loving. I'm glad her passing was peaceful. And we are hoping that your whole family will find peace over the coming months. Hugs, condolences, and prayers to you from our family in Florida.
Kelli, John, and Ben - www.caringbridge.org/visit/benbrew
Kelli Brew
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 2:35 PM CST
I am so very sorry, I dont even know what to say. I will Pray for your family to have the strengh to get through this. With love, Kristen-pokwl
Kristen Marhefka <kengvaldsen@hotmail.com>
Greentown, pa usa - Sunday, December 9, 2007 2:26 PM CST
Dear Robin, Mark, Jennifer, Kelsey and Ryan,
Please know how sorry we are for the loss of Ashley, she is now in God's loving and caring hands. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Peace of The Lord be with all of you.
Fred, Dawn, John Amundsen
Dawn Amundsen <dawnlaugh@yahoo.com>
Wheaton, IL USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 2:17 PM CST
Dear Debes Family, Our hearts are aching, too. Please know we are with you in prayer, love and support. We will be in touch. Take care and know we are with you. Also know our Angels are together. We love you all very much. Our prayers continue. Much love, Muffy, Kevin, Dan and Chris
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:58 PM CST
Words cannot express how I feel today. I am writing through tears and greaving the loss of your precious Ashley. Tommy will undergo his 2nd BMT on Dec.26th and this is really a shocker for me to read.May God Bless and Hold your Family through these most difficult days to come.THINKING OF YOU ALWAYS.......Lisa D.,
Lisa <cookiepye@verizon.net>
Salem, Ma USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:54 PM CST
i'm sorry to hear about your loss...fly angel ashley =)
Amanda <stitchah0lic@yahoo.com>
Rowland heights, ca usa - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:54 PM CST
Sweet Ashley, Thank you for teaching us how to be brave during such difficult times. You will be missed.
tricia <triciabxny@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:35 PM CST
Robin and family
I too am in tears thinking of all of you - you have been the best family and parents to Ashley that you could have been. She knows it and I just begin to feel the depths of your heartbreak. Please know that sooooo many people are thinking of all of you and holding out our hearts to you for some strength. I am so sorry. Glod bess Ashley and her family now and forever.
Connie Luck (and Sophie with ALL)
Connie Luck
Vancouver, BC Canada - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:35 PM CST
am so very sorry for your loss there are no word that would make your heart heal from the sorrow you feel,but you are in my prayers i pray that the lord is near u to give you strenght and put peace in your heart..ashley will always be near you she is your angel now.www.caringbridge.org/visit/armanisantiago
priscilla santiago <ppooghl27@aol.com>
fayetteville, n.c cumberland - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:33 PM CST
So sorry to hear for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
Rachael <speedsk8hawaii1988@gmail.com>
Kailua, HI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:26 PM CST
My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. May God embrace each of you in his warm and loving embrace and fill your hearts with healing hope.
EH
NJ - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:22 PM CST
Dear Robin,
I am heartbroken. Deep down I knew things weren't going well. But I kept praying that my gut feeling was wrong. I know that Ashley is in a wonderful place, but I also know that each of you are brokenhearted. Remember all of the wonderful times that you shared and know that she is now pain free.
Love and Blessings
Michelle Petrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Sunday, December 9, 2007 1:00 PM CST
Robin,
I am in tears. I wanted so to come see you on Friday. My son had an appointment, but I have been sick and didn't dare. Now, I am so sick. I wish I could have done SOMETHING to make this journey easier for you. I hope you will let me know about the arrangements and wouldn't mind if I came. I'd be glad to sing for you too if you'd like that. Anything, no matter how big or small. I hold your whole family in my prayers. You've been through so much.
Thinking and praying for you always,
Robbin and Kellbell
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
pewaukee, wi - Sunday, December 9, 2007 12:40 AM CST
Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. I have been an avid follower of your journal entries for over a year. My God bring you peace and comfort. Lori Rice, mom to Mitchell, www.caringbridge.org/visit/mitchellrice
Lori Rice <ericandloririce@charter.net>
Alexandria, MN USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 12:38 AM CST
I was shocked to read of Ashley's passing. Please know how very sorry I am. May happy memories carry you through this difficult time. Your family continues to be in my constant thoughts and prayers.
Suzanne
Chase and Cody's mom
Suzanne Stiff <suzannestiff@msn.com>
St. Francis, MN - Sunday, December 9, 2007 12:26 AM CST
Robin,
We are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers.
Beth (Will's mom from ALL list)
Austin, - Sunday, December 9, 2007 11:53 AM CST
Our deepest sympathies to your family. I am in shock. God be with you Robin and your family. Hugs from our family.
Jackie Laux Kaukauna
Jackie Laux <hitech55@yahoo.com>
Kaukauna, Wi usa - Sunday, December 9, 2007 11:33 AM CST
I am so sorry for your loss.
Tina
www.caringbridge.org/visit/paigehaney
Tina <cricket_baby42@yahoo.com>
East Liverpool, ohio usa - Sunday, December 9, 2007 11:22 AM CST
Debes Family,
We were so very sorry to hear that Ashley has passed away. We all have tears in our eyes from the news. Lindsey commented that she thought Ashley was going to get better and that we prayed every night for her to get better and out of the hospital. God has answered our prayers, just not the way we had expected or hoped. We have been truly blessed to have known Ashley and your family. She was a beautiful young lady and your strength and courage through this journey as been an inspiration. We will pray for that courage and strength to continue for you in the days, weeks, months and years to come. God Bless.
The McFarlanes, Jeff & Beth and Erin, Lindsey, and Colleen
Shawano, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 11:12 AM CST
I am Elliott's Grandmother. May God Bless you and your whole family through this trying time. We have to remember the good times and the laughter that Ashley brought to everyone.
Toots Lobe <justoots20@cfl.rr.com>
Ocala, Fl. USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:57 AM CST
My heart is broken for you. I've followed your page for quite a while although I've never signed. Please know that I will continue to pray for your family.
Love, blessings, and tons of hugs,
Tanya
Tanya Nicole Servis <tanyans83@yahoo.com>
Newark, DE USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:39 AM CST
I am so very sorry to hear of Ashely's passing. I have followed her journey for some time. Please know our prayers are with each of you.
Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug
Tracy and Katia <tmsol87@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:35 AM CST
I just learned of Ashley's fight & passing from Elliott Aldrich's mom. Many hugs to you all. Nothing is worse than losing a child, but I agree with you that she can do all the wonderful things she dreamed about. We lost our Sweet Savannah to Wilm's Tumor (after 3 yr battle) in 2004. She was 6. I know she must have locks down to her waist, which bounce as she runs, skips, bikes or giggles hysterically with her many friends.
May Ashley's peace be yours.
With prayers,
Amy Olson
Amy Olson <amyolson11@comcast.net>
Downers Grove, IL USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:34 AM CST
Robin, you don't know me but I am friends with Dan and Cindy who have a boy Elliott who also is going through a difficult time with this. I read about Ashley in his caringbridge website from Cindy and just wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear about your loss. The only thing that I can say is she is with God and no longer suffering. I am praying for you and your family. May God be with you at this time.
Jaci Davis
Hinckley, IL USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:32 AM CST
Robin, Mark, Jennifer, Kelsey, and Ryan,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Ashley was an amazing little girl who touched the lives of so many. She is definitely an inspiration to everyone she met. What a courageous girl! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time and always. God Bless!
Jennifer Basler <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:15 AM CST
your ashley is beautiful...we just learned of her through other caring bridge pages...we are on BMT unit in duke hosp. with our 2 sons...i hate to hear of your loss, she is no longer in pain from cancer or meds or chemo...please know that you are in our prayers and have been although we didn't know you...we pray for all the children suffering through these awful times...praying still for your family- dawn and britt adams, zach and jaxsen
dawn adams <dawnmmadams@hotmail.com>
douglas, ga - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:10 AM CST
Our deepest sympathies to you all on the loss of your beautiful and brave Ashley.
Elisa, Francoix and Quentin Gueffier <egueffier@earthlink.net>
Antioch, IL - Sunday, December 9, 2007 10:03 AM CST
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained another BEAUTIFUL angel!
Love, Gwen
Gwen Haag <ghaag@frmc.us>
East Rochester, NY USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:49 AM CST
Oh Robin!
I check on Ashley every day—I'm so so so sorry. She couldn't have a better mother, father, brother and sisters. We're sending you love and hope and healing strength. She is a beautiful child and always will be.
Love,
Jacquelyn, Graydon and Tessa (ALL-kids), www.caringbridge.org/canada/graydon <jacquelynwv@yahoo.com>
Toronto, ON Canada - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:37 AM CST
I am so sorry for your loss, I know Ashley will make a beautiful Angel and will always shine down so brightly over your family.
Leanna (Friend from March 2002 Playgroup) <Mom2AshnAli@sbcglobal.net>
Akron, Oh USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:35 AM CST
My heart breaks for you all this morning as I came to check on Ashley as I always do. I am so very sorry she was not healed here on Earth. I pray for your family during this very difficult time.
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:17 AM CST
Robin,
My friends from Angel_Wings told me the sad, sad news of your Ashley's passing. Please know that you are in my prayers, along with my wife and kids. You weigh heavy on our hearts right now.
If i may, i'd like to share this simple quote - it has given me comfort at the loss of several family members:
"I am standing on the seashore. A ship spreads his white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the ocean. I stand watching him until he fades on the horizon, and someone at my side says, "He is gone." Gone where? The loss of sight is in me, not in him. Just at the moment when someone says, "He is gone," there are others who are watching him coming. Other voices take up the glad shout, "Here He comes!" That is dying. --Henry Scott Holland.
Joel A. Ohmer <joel.ohmer@gmail.com>
Houma, LA 70360 - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:16 AM CST
Dear Robin,
My heart just sank when I read your update. I have been praying for Ashley and your family daily. Even though all these feelings are way too raw for me to express, I do know exactly how it feels and I just wanted to let you know that. I will try to find comfort in believing Ashley and Alexia are both angels now, together, healed in Heaven, in Peace, and with no more pain and suffering. There simply are no words... I send you a big hug and all my love, Ursula (^^Alexia's^^ mommy)
www.caringbridge.org/southamerica/alexia <ursulacastaneda@hotmail.com>
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:05 AM CST
Robin ~ I am so heartbroken, I don't even know what to say. You all are in my thoughts and I am so very sorry.
Love to you all...
Alicia - Cammie's Mom <alicia415@comcast.net>
Brownsburg, IN - Sunday, December 9, 2007 9:01 AM CST
Dear Debes Family,
I am so sorry that Ashley was not healed here on earth but know that she is so happy and healthy in heaven right now. I just can't imagine how heartbroken all of you are. Your sweet Ashley has meant so much to me and I've never even met her. I'm praying that God gives you strength, comfort and peace during this very sad and difficult time.
With love and prayer,
Robin
Robin Birchfield <w.birchfield@comcast.net www.caringbridge.org/fl/audreykate>
Jacksonville, FL 32205 - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:58 AM CST
Robin,
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We are sending you many hugs.
Michelle, Lindsay, Gabe, Hannah and Fayeth (March 2002 Playgroup/Lucky Charms)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/gabehartman
Michelle Wilson-Hartman <thehartman6@gmail.com>
DeMotte, IN - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:58 AM CST
I'm so sorry and sad. She was a beautiful and strong girl.
I "know" you from the ACOR ALL KidsList serve.
Sending prayers for peace your way....
Angie Armstrong (Will's mom) <samandang@gmail.com>
Latham, NY - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:55 AM CST
The Debes,
Your family will be in our families prayers. We are sooo sorry to hear about Ashley.
The Skarlupka's <skarlu@ezwebtech.com>
Cecil, WI USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:25 AM CST
Dear Mark, Robin, Kelsey, Jennifer, and Ryan,
I am so sorry for what all of you are going through. I have not stopped thinking about all of you. It was an honor to take care of Ashley (my sweet little Bambi). I will NEVER forget her. I love all of you. Leah
leah <leahkfinnegan@yahoo.com>
milwaukee , wi - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:08 AM CST
Thank you, Ashley, for all you have given to the world, for your shining presence that continues to shine so brightly...
Thank you, Ashley family, for being such beautiful loving family to your precious princess and angel.
May you somehow somewhere sometime find peace and know you are not completely alone.
In loving light,
Eva
Eva Van den Broeck <eva.michaele@skynet.be>
Brussels, Belgium - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:02 AM CST
I am so sorry for your family's loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jessica ( mom.2.steven.n.bryce) March 2002 Lucky Charm Group <stevenbrycesmomm@yahoo.com>
South Bend, IN 46614 - Sunday, December 9, 2007 8:01 AM CST
May our loving God grant you peace.
Janice LeDoux grandma to caringbridge.org/ca/andrew
Harker Heights, TX - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:55 AM CST
I am so sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. I will be praying for your family at this difficult time.
Julie
Clinton, MO - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:53 AM CST
I am so - so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you all as you grieve your beautiful angel, Ashley!!
Carrie (frontiervz - March 2002 Lucky Charms)
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:42 AM CST
I just came online and the first thing I do is check on how Ashley is, I've been reading your journal for so long now. I am so so sorry to hear she passed away, I'm thinking of you all
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:38 AM CST
Ashley was a one of a kind. I could tell that by just reading about her special spirit; and I am heartbroken today for you, your family, and others that knew and loved her more deeply than could be expressed through writing.
I pray for peace for you and your family Robin.
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:25 AM CST
Holding you in our hearts.
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:23 AM CST
Robin,
I am so,so sorry to hear this news..Our thoughts
and our prayers are with your family through this
very difficult time.
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 7:15 AM CST
As I was reading of Ashley's passing, my breat was taken away. I am so very sorry. I've been following Ashley's journey for a few years but only recently started to sign her guestbook. I'm so glad she knew I was praying for her. I'm sure she is recieving her well deserved treasure.
Love & Prayers,
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:57 AM CST
Praying for you and your family as you walk the walk no parent should ever have to walk. May our Lord hold you closely and give you peace and comfort.
Etta/Angel_Wings
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 6:34 AM CST
God bless you as you walk through these difficult days. You are prayed for and loved... We are so sorry...
Tracy/Angel_Wings <maverickmom08@sbcglobal.net>
Katy, TX - Sunday, December 9, 2007 5:57 AM CST
Good Grief. I'm so sorry. My prayers are with you all.
Lisa <lisa.burt@tiscali.co.uk>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:54 AM CST
I really really can't believe I read that. I am so very sorry for your loss. May god give your family the strength to get through this. Ashley was such a fighter, a true hero. Erin (www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi US - Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:51 AM CST
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am keeping you all in my prayers for comfort and strength. MJ/Angel_Wings
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Sunday, December 9, 2007 4:06 AM CST
So very very sorry. To say I was shocked to read the latest update is an understatement.
Sandra
Italy - Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:44 AM CST
Robin, Mark and family,
I have read your post many times and it still doesn't seem real. She was a true fighter in every sense of the world. I will be keeping you in my prayers.
Pam <sylteach@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 3:31 AM CST
I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.....
Brigid K. Gilmore <brigidgilmore77@hotmail.com>
Milwaukee, Wi US - Sunday, December 9, 2007 2:15 AM CST
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Ashley.
Pam <pjohn257@msn.com>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, December 9, 2007 0:55 AM CST
Ashley & family,
My husband & I are praying for a full & speedy recovery to health. I know it must be scary & how brave you must be. My husband is a Doctor & is currently suffering from Leukemia (AML). We all pray he will be in remission by Spring as he has been having problems with his bloodwork & we can fully understand the pain. This is his second bout with Cancer. He had Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma & beat that.
Keep fighting. Godspeed.
love-Dawn & Dr. Mark
Dawn
Schaumburg, IL USA - Sunday, December 9, 2007 0:50 AM CST
With deepest sympathies- I will always keep Ashley in my heart.
XXOO, Marey, Ali's mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 0:46 AM CST
I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. My prayers are with you...
alyssa godmother to www.caringbridge.org/ca/bennettboys <sabiemc@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 9, 2007 0:39 AM CST
I was completely shocked when I saw your update. I thought that Ashley was doing well, or as well as we could expect right now. I am so sorry to hear the news. My prayers are with you always.
Susan Stein <hilltophedgies@msn.com>
Layton, UT - Sunday, December 9, 2007 0:13 AM CST
Robin and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Ashley's passing. She was a true warrior who has fought so long and so hard as has your family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Deborah Long <dlong710@msn.com>
Spanaway, WA USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 11:54 PM CST
Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of Ashley's passing. Please know that I hold your family in my heart and my prayers.
Ashley, fly high and cancer free, sweet angel! We will light a candle for you tomorrow.
hugs
Heather, mom to Brianna www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine - Daughter to Pete, www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek
Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 11:41 PM CST
I'm so sorry for your loss. I've been checking in on Ashley for a long time, and I'm so sorry to hear of this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/christie
Christie
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 11:18 PM CST
Robin,
I don't even know what to say. I am so sorry you lost sweet Ashley. Big hugs and strength for you in the upcoming days.
Susan
mom to ^Nathan^
www.caringbridge.org/co/nathanmichael
Susan Gentry <sogren@rocketmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Saturday, December 8, 2007 11:16 PM CST
Debes family,
I don't have the words to tell you how very sorry I am.
Know you remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Postcard Cindy
Cindy <clatoure@aol.com>
Sonoma, CA USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 11:08 PM CST
Dear Mark, Robin, Jennifer, Kelsey and Ryan,
Words cannot express how sorry for you we all are. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if you need anything. Ashley fought a valiant fight. She's in heaven right now with her grandfather Dave.
The Killough Family <karenkillough@yahoo.com>
Lake in the Hills, IL USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:59 PM CST
There is absolutely nothing I can say that will bring you any solace now. Your beautiful Ashley fought such a good fight, such a long, hard fight. The world is not as beautiful a place without her beautiful light in it. I will hold all of you close to my heart.
Suzanne McDermott (March2002PG) <suzmcdmcd@gmail.com>
Guilford, CT USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:56 PM CST
Prayers from our family to yours. We are so sorry for your loss.
Katrina Matthews (March 2002 Lucky Charms)
Austin, TX - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:51 PM CST
Robin, Mark, Jennifer, Kelsey and Ryan,
I am sending you all my love and support. Please know my heart is broken along with yours. Your sweet little girl is running and laughing with the angels!!!!!!!!!
Love, Mrs. Wendy Lundt
Wendy Lundt <tntlundt@charter.net>
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:49 PM CST
Robin, Mark, and the Debes family....
There are no words to express my sorrow. My prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:47 PM CST
I'm so surprised to read of Ashley's passing. I am so very sorry. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your entire family over the coming days. My heart is truly broken for you.
Enya <freyja2180@aol.com>
Cape Cod, MA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:46 PM CST
Ashley was a sweet girl who touched the lives of many people who never met her. Her spirit and love of life has served as a wonderful example to all of us. She will be sorely missed.
Susan Wensel
Spokane, WA USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:39 PM CST
There are no words to express the disbelief and heartache... I am so very sorry. I have been following your family's journey for several years now and Ashley and Ryan are what prompted me to join the Bone Marrow Donor registry. Ashley and your family carry a special place of strength and inspiration in my heart. Ashley has been and will continue to be my inspiration in my own battles. I regret that I never got to personally meet your wonderful daughter. Your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Ashley is free.
Kelly
Northeast, WI - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:37 PM CST
Only in Heaven does this all make sense...my prayers are with your family at this time...
Love,
Kelsey, Faith and Colleen-ALlLKids <colleencadaret@sbcglobal.net>
Placerville, CA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:34 PM CST
I am so so sorry. The pain must be unbearable. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ashley will be missed by so many people as she has touched so many lives in her too few years. God bless you as journey on, may the many good memories bring you comfort and know that one day you will laugh again...Ashley loved laughter and hers was the best of all.
Hugs can help the heartache; get and give lots and lots of 'em. (((((Hugs to all)))))
Lynn
Lynn Herge <enjsfolks@earthlink.net>
Appleton, WI - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:29 PM CST
Like so many have said, we are so saddened and shocked to read your posting. . . Ashley was such a fighter and so brave! Her spirit always amazed me.
Our family is praying for your family during this difficult time.
Tiffany - mom to Jackson and Faith (ALL-Kids) <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:26 PM CST
Our deepest sympathies to all of the Debes. Dear Ashley had been through so much and we know she is now in heaven. May God bless all of you and continue to give you strength.
Bonnie and Paul Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:23 PM CST
Sweet Ahsley, you are now home with Jesus and healed. You are a beautiful Child of God.
Let your light shine, Ashley. Fly! Ashley! Fly!
Sending Angel Hugs and Prayers to Ashley's family. May the Lord hold all of you tightly in His tender, loving arms during this difficult part of your journey.
"Each one of us is renewed by the presence of almighty God." Charles Stanley
Angel Hugs,
Polly & Abigale
Angel_Wings Prayer Warriors
Polly/Angel_Wings: www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/Angel_Wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:15 PM CST
Dear Robin,
I am in complete and utter shock. I had thought things were going along okay and she was going to kick this infection. I am so sorry that Ashley had to go through all of this and no child or human being should. We're thinking of you always and constantly praying for you.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/madelinewareham
Angela Wareham <tlawareham@msn.com>
Westerville, OH USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:15 PM CST
I'm so very sorry--my heart is breaking for all of you.
Your sweet Ashley was a such a trooper, and she fought so hard for so long. She was an inspiration to those of us who followed her journey, and we will never foget her. Praying that God will send you strength and peace,
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Saturday, December 8, 2007 10:03 PM CST
I am so shocked, saddened, and truly sorry. I check up on Ashley, always praying for her healing, and I didnt expect this. Please know that she will always be in our hearts, your family has endured such difficult trials, and we will continue to pray for God's strength to be with you. Sending hugs across the miles, love, The Spragues
Andrew's Page <kim.sprague@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:57 PM CST
We are so sorry to hear about your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you always! Keep your faith in god, he will lead you through this!
With Love,
Sheryl, Omar & Ceasar Young <omashe89@yahoo.com>
Il - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:40 PM CST
I cannot believe what I read. As a mom to a son who had his BMT a month later than Ashley, I am so so sorry and also a little more frightened than I was a while ago. You know the risks but you go in believing they will be ok. I send you my sincerest condolences. May God bless you all.
Cindy Aldrich <elliottsmama@comcast.net>
Sandwich, IL - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:32 PM CST
I am so saddenned to hear this. I am just speechless. Many prayers for your family.
Ashley, may you be flying with the angels cancer free, pain free, completely free.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:27 PM CST
Dear Robin and family,
I feel your loss like an old wound. I thought things were looking up....I'm just so sorry. I can't help but be angry that Ashley will not experience her future. There is nothing to say other than you are not alone. Please reach out to any of us anytime.
Kristy <k.sigman@mac.com>
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:27 PM CST
Robin, I am so sorry to hear this. Just breaks my heart. My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Jade Keane http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jonahkeane <jadekeane@gmail.com>
Zionsville, IN - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:22 PM CST
Robin and Family,
I am speechless. I am sooo incredibly sorry for your loss...I have followed Ashley and Ryan since I joined ALL-Kids and I am completely at a loss for words. KNOW you are ever so close in our thoughts and prayers in Vermont. WE will be thinking of you in the days ahead. God bless you my friend.
Vicki Corson and Family (ALL-KIDS/Angel Wings)
mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth <vcorson@tds.net>
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:17 PM CST
Robin and family,
I stumbled across your page a long time ago and have followed Ashley through so many stages of treatment. I can't believe how attached I became to reading about her successes and struggles through your entries. She was obviously an incredible kid who your family will miss tremendously. I am so sorry for your loss. I can not even imagine the pain your family is going through, but know that there is someone in New York, who has never met your daughter who was touched by her life. I'm thinking of all of you.
Jessica <NYJess01@aol.com>
New York, - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:12 PM CST
Robin and family,
I have been typing through tears since I read my email a few minutes ago. How wrong this all seems. I am sending thoughts of peace and healing from Vermont.
Lauren
www.caringbridge.org/vt/fergus
Lauren Quinn <peckschoolhouse@gmail.com>
East Montpelier, VT - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:09 PM CST
Sending heartfelt condolances. I've followed Ashley's journey for about 4 years now and grown to love her as many of her prayer warriors have. I pray now for your peace in the knowledge that Ashley is completely healed, roaming around Heaven with angels who have gone on before her and is watching over her family and friends.
Thank you for sharing Ashley with us out here in cyberspace and giving us the opportunity to pray for such a brave little lady.
The Lord's arms are still open wide. Lean on them and each other for your support. You will see Ashley again. That is one of God's many promises.
Love, hugs and ladybugs,
Linda
Linda Resinger
Farmington, MO - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:09 PM CST
Robin... I am so sorry for your loss. Ashley was a fighter, brave and beautiful. Know that I am thinking of all of you.
HUGS.
Karen Stern all-kids <kstern@connections-etc.net>
Big Lake, MN - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:06 PM CST
I've never signed the guest book, but I've been reading your site and praying for you all since Ryan was diagnosed. My little boy had ALL too, and knowing all that we went through with his treatment, it is nothing compared to what your family has suffered. You have such an amazing family. I was heartbroken when Ashley relapsed, and I'm devastated to read that she is gone. I am so very sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you.
Candace Tseng
Chicago, IL - Saturday, December 8, 2007 9:02 PM CST
Robin & Family,
I am so lost for words. I have been checking in since the first day of transplant and had such high hopes. Please know that our whole family is shocked & devastated. I know how tonight and the next week will be so if you need an ear, ?'s anything... please e-mail me & I will give you my number. (((Cyber hugs))) & Love!
Laura & Family
mom to ^i^Kristin www.caringbridge.org/fl/kristinhofmann
Laura Bradford <hair.2c@gmail>
Lake City, FL - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:47 PM CST
I was shock about Ashley. My heart with you and your family, as the day go along. I am sorry about what happen. She won her fight. She can do anything free now.
Donna
Gonna Parrish <enginelz@yahoo.com>
Portsmouth, VA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:45 PM CST
I was so shocked to read about Ashley, I am so so sorry. My heart and prayers are with you all. I know words fall short at a time like this. I know Ashley is healed and is in the arms of our Jesus, and now know longer suffering I will continue to pray for your family. May God hold you up in the days to come.
Love Keri and Katie Rose
Keri and Katie Rose <mommyof8plus1@cox.net>
El Cajon, CA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:34 PM CST
Our prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you and give you His peace, knowing that Ashely is in a better place. WE are so sorry.
God Bless each of you
Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, FL United States - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:32 PM CST
Robin, Mark, and kids, I just wanted to express, again, how sorry I am for your loss. The strength that all of you have shown during Ashley's illness has been an inspiration to so many. Thanks so much for allowing me to be a part of her journey. She will forever hold a special place in my heart, as will the rest of you. May you continue to draw strength from one another as time goes on.
Evelyn Hansen <sassy4475@aol.com>
Wauwatosa, WI - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:20 PM CST
I am so sorry Robin, Mark and family...I am as others in shock. Peace to all of you...for Ashley is in a glorious place...no longer in pain or feeling sick. She now is in a place no human words can explain...no human mind can comprehend...so much better than we can ever dream, so serene and full of beauty, more than we could ever hope for...ever imagine. It is those that are left here on earth that must deal with what is left behind...for you there are prayers for strength, love, and peace...
Angel Hugs...
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char <angelhugz2u@verizon.net>
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:13 PM CST
My heart is broken for you. I was completely shocked to read your message. I have checked on Ashley and Ryan for a long time, and I feel so sad for you all.
May God come down and touch you during this most difficult time.
Melissa <melissataylor@accesswave.ca>
Halifax, NS Canada - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:10 PM CST
Robin-
Still in shock after reading your email. I just cannot believe that Ashley is gone. There are no words that will bring comfort, but hope you know that so many people are praying for you guys right now.
Lorie, mom to Ben (5, another cancer warrior)
ALL-Kids
Lorie H <lghirsh@hotmail.com>
TN - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:07 PM CST
Dear Robin & Mark, OMG, I am so sorry. I was in total shock when I read the message...I still find it hard to believe. I thought she was coming along okay. I'm so sorry. May the Lord hold you in his arms as he is Ashley. God Bless you!
With Much Love,
Miss Judy
Naples, FL - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:58 PM CST
My heart is so heavy tonight. I had to read my email twice before I could comprehend what you were saying. In the four years since I've come to know your family, Ashley has become very dear to me, and I'm grateful to have gotten the chance to meet you all very briefly at GKTW.
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers more than ever.
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:51 PM CST
Robin ... absolutely no words. I am in utter shock. I pray you find comfort in the Lords arms which is where your beautiful girl is right now. She is forever healed...no more pain...no more poison...no more pokes, prods or sticks...only pain-free happiness from here to eternity. Blessings to your family.
Sympathy,
Dawn (Elijah's mom) ALL-Kids
www.carepages.com Carepage name: elijahcarlsoncarepage
Dawn Carlson <dawn_carlson@iowatelecom.net>
Janesville, IA US - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:49 PM CST
I don't believe it. I don't want to believe it. I had to re-read the entry to make sure I'd read it right. Please know that my thoughts and prayers go out to your family today and every day. I am heartbroken and can only imagine how you feel tonight. Ashley touched many lives, many of whom she'd never met in person. Mine was one of them. I will never forget her, her strength, determination and courage were amazing.
Lisa
Lynnwood, WA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:48 PM CST
I could not believe what I read in the subject line until I opened that post. What a shock. We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet angel after such a long hard fight. Prayers for all of you.
Wendy K-ALL-Kids
tx - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:36 PM CST
Robin and family,
I am numb with grief. Our prayers are with you all.
www.caringbridge.org/al/elizabethhope
Machelle, Mom to Elizabeth (ALL-Kids list) <MJmomathome@aol.com>
Theodore, Al - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:29 PM CST
I had to read that last post 4 times and I still can't truly comprehend or accept those words. I am devestated and speechless. Oh my God, why? I am so, so sorry Robin. Oh my God.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:26 PM CST
We are heartbroken at the news of Ashley's passing. Taylor, ever the optimist, was so certain that her best friend would win this battle. Taylor says she's never had such a wonderful best friend as Ashley. She's been holding Twinkie for the last hour because she feels closer to her friend. She loved her so much. They were like sisters. Taylor will carry a piece of Ashley with her, in her heart, for the rest of her life.
Robin and Mark, our hearts ache for you and no words can express how much we feel for you right now. Be comforted in knowing that Ashley is with the Lord in Heaven. And as your own personal angel, Ashley will always be with you and your family. She was truely one of a kind. Robin, I am honored to have gotten to know you and your daughter. You are the bravest people I have ever met.
God bless you and your family at this time.
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@yahoo.com>
Appleton, WI - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:23 PM CST
Dear Robin and family,
I am so very, very sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. May she fly free and high. My heart aches for you all and my prayers will be with you. Sincerely, Cathy Linehan www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:22 PM CST
Prayers to help you get through the coming days, weeks and months ahead.
With heavy hearts,
Christina & Ethan - ALL Kids
Christina Avery
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:16 PM CST
God bless you all.
JB
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:16 PM CST
I have followed Ashley's journey for the past 5-6 months and am so very sorry to hear of your loss. It breaks my heart to hear of Ashley;s passing, so I can not imagine what you are going through. God bless you and your family.
patty Dixon <pattylucybelle@yahoo.com>
fishers, in usa - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:07 PM CST
Big hugs of warmth and strength as you walk the path that no parent should ever have to walk.
Our hearts are so heavy.
Frances
www.caringbridge.org/canada/lucashammond
Frances, Paul and family <hammonds@wincom.net>
Amherstburg, On - Saturday, December 8, 2007 7:03 PM CST
Grow, good little cells, GROW! Please????!!!!
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Saturday, December 8, 2007 4:12 PM CST
Prayers from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 1:04 PM CST
C is for the Christ child, born upon this day
H is for the Hope he gives upon his way
R is for the Risen savior who loves me so much
I is for the Infinite gift of his loving touch
S is for the Sin he lay his life down for
T is for the Trust of my heart's open door
M is for the Master, the ruler of my life
A is for the Altar, where I may lay my strife
S is for the Serenity that he gives to me
Praying for blessed Christmas wishes & the hopeful prayers for a Happy & Healthy New Year to you & yours,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Life is fragile. . .
Handle with prayer.
The Prayer Bears
Barb
- Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:44 AM CST
Hugs and prayers coming your way!
w/love and hope,
Heather, mom to Brianna www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine - Daughter to Pete, www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek <queen1472@twcny.rr.com>
Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, December 8, 2007 8:35 AM CST
I check in every day, but realized tonight I haven't signed on in awhile.
Hoping, praying, thinking of you guys every day. Every day.
Kick that buggy infection to the curb Ashley!
Take care.
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Friday, December 7, 2007 8:34 PM CST
Ashley and Family!! Hang Tough! Yes, the days blurr together, yes, enough with the hospital food! But we're sending you cheers for those white cells to grow and grow! We're heading to the Families with Children with Cancer Party tomorrow. At least this year we have some snow to enjoy December with. Take care!
David, Suanne, Zachary & Timothy <prestsua@bonduel.k12.wi.us>
- Friday, December 7, 2007 7:03 PM CST
Come on Ashley, get rid of that infection and out of that ICU! We are coming up for clinic on Tuesday, it would be nice to leave you something at the HOT unit, not the ICU! Keep fighting, kid. Robin, thanks for the ALL-Kids updates, we are alternately aching and praying for you.
Jean ALL-Kids
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
Lake Forest, IL USA - Friday, December 7, 2007 6:31 PM CST
Praise God that the WBC's are coning up. We continue to pray for Ashley's complete healing.
Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, Fl uSA - Friday, December 7, 2007 1:26 PM CST
Hi Ashley,
Way to go girl! In case you don't recall, I parodied a song from Grease over the Summer about your cells. Well, here's a little more:
You've got cells....their multiplying...and you're gaining control...cause the power from host cells is fortifying.
WBC, you better shape up, cause Ahsley neeeeds a boost and our eyes are set on you. Your the cells that I want,....oooh,oooh,ooooh
Ethan (Megan's dad from ALL kids list)
Ethan Avery <eandchris @comcast.net>
- Friday, December 7, 2007 10:00 AM CST
Hi guys! My computer has been giving me fits! I can read your site, but not always post! I pray every day and have put you on our prayer list each week. I pray, grow, grow, grow! God bless you all!
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI - Friday, December 7, 2007 9:20 AM CST
good morning ashley,
i hope today is a good day for you sweetie, i love you!!!!!!!!
i am doing the WBC dance again, so it should work!!!!!!!
love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Friday, December 7, 2007 6:14 AM CST
way to go ashley, i am doing the WBC dance in my basement, keep it up sweetie, i am praying fot you!!!!!!!!
love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Thursday, December 6, 2007 8:46 PM CST
I hope the picc line placement went alright today. Praying for better and better. Love to all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, December 6, 2007 6:08 PM CST
hi ashley, hope you are feeling better today sweetpea...
praying that the new donor cells will kick major butt and get those WBC to come up!!!!!!!
i love you sweetie,
love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Thursday, December 6, 2007 3:28 PM CST
Robin, I think of you guys everyday and keep praying for those cells to start growing. I'll be praying that the 2nd donation helps to jumpstart everything. Stay strong Mama!
Love,
Holly - Mom O' Tommy, Michael, Sarah & Nicky <mom03@austin.rr.com>
Buda, TX USA - Thursday, December 6, 2007 11:27 AM CST
thinking of your family.
Robyn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/nicole
rw
- Thursday, December 6, 2007 10:52 AM CST
I hope that Ashley has a better day and that the cells grow, grow, grow!!
Love & Prayers,
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Thursday, December 6, 2007 9:27 AM CST
Good morning all. Praying that today is a better day. Sending love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, December 6, 2007 5:06 AM CST
Hi there, I hope everything goes smoothly tomorrow and the infection can be cleared soon. Keeping you all close in our thoughts,
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D.F. Mexico - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 11:10 PM CST
You guys really don't know me at all but I am the mom to Elliott Aldrich. He just had his BMT two weeks ago. He too is having his share of problems, with him, it is his liver. I also share a friend of moms..Julie Drost...Hope you improve in a hurry. I share the hospital duty with dad and there is NO place like home. I will keep you guys in my thoughts and continue to check on you.
Cindy Aldrich <elliottsmama@comcast.net>
Sandwich , IL - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 8:52 PM CST
Hi, Ashley and family, Just wanted to send you a joke to bring a smile to you today. Knock, knock. Who's there? Doris. Doris who? doris locked that's why I had to knock!!! Praying for you and trust the bone marrow will take ahold and bring health to all of you in the ways you need. Your Hugs and Hope friends,
Debbie, Serena 6 yrs. & DebraAnne 4yrs.
Brewster, OH U.S.A. - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 5:41 PM CST
Praying, praying, praying....
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 3:02 PM CST
I have not written in a long time, but think of you guys every day! Ashley you are one strong girl!! with an amazing family!! I am praying that you are fever free and feeling better really soon.
Ellen Pittner <epittner@new.rr.com>
- Wednesday, December 5, 2007 2:45 PM CST
How strange and hard it must be for your family to have half the unit in the hospital and the other half just trying to get to school and attend to household duties. To do that for a few days is an enormous strain -- can't imagine what that is like continually. I pray the cells and the "boost" cells will take root and turn Ashley's health around. I'm amazed at how hard she and the family has fought and she actually is responding well considering all the extenuating circumstances. Keep fighting and we'll keep praying.
Tammy <tnunez@timespicayune.com>
- Wednesday, December 5, 2007 10:26 AM CST
good morming beautiful ashley, i hope you are feeling better today!!!!!!!!!!!!
love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 9:48 AM CST
Morning Ashley I pray you had a good night and that today will be good for you also. I am praying for your counts to go up and that you continue to do well. Hugs, as always you are in my thoughts and prayers.
MJ/Angel_Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 9:34 AM CST
Praying today is a better day and that the fever goes away!
Keri and Katie Rose <mommyof8plus1@cox.net>
El Cajon , CA - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 8:28 AM CST
Praying for a "boost" for you all. That the BM boost kicks things of for Ashley and that God continues to boost your spirits and strength as needed. You do it all so well. You are all amazing.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, December 5, 2007 1:16 AM CST
Thinking about you tonight and hoping and praying for those donor cells to kick in. I hope you feel a little bit better and stronger every day.
Andrea-Ethan's mom
- Tuesday, December 4, 2007 6:22 PM CST
hi ashley,
there is snow on the ground in greenbay and i was just remembering with a smile how much fun we had making all of those snowflakes...
we will do that again sometime really soon!!!
you make the best snowflakes in the world, and your mom does too.
i love you honey, jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com >
greenbay, wi usa - Tuesday, December 4, 2007 4:28 PM CST
hi ashley, i just wanted to tell you how much i love you and how proud i am of you, you are such a good girl!!!!!!!!!i love you honey!!!
love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Tuesday, December 4, 2007 4:25 PM CST
Hi Ashley,
We are praying for you.
caringbridge.org/visit/quiltsofhope
Jaime <aquiltofhope@aol.com>
- Tuesday, December 4, 2007 3:50 PM CST
My computer kept me from checking and posting these couple of days but we never take a day off from praying for you all. Praying for comfort, healing and peace for you all and thanking God for your care givers and donors.
With much love,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, December 4, 2007 1:21 PM CST
Hi Ashley,
I know u have been having a rough time lately. I just wanted
to stop by & let u know that I am always thinking of you & that u are in my thoughts & prayers.
Be back to see how u are doing.
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen Dabbles&Doodles, OnesWhoCare,PostPals
Eileen <Lobosgirl@aol.com>
NY, NY USA - Tuesday, December 4, 2007 12:31 AM CST
Happy Tuesday! Hope today brings you big steps toward feeling better. Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Tuesday, December 4, 2007 7:49 AM CST
I am so glad that you are feeling a little better. Grow Cells Grow!!!!
Kathy - all kids mom to Michael <sricigliano@triad.rr.com>
Kernersville, NC - Tuesday, December 4, 2007 6:51 AM CST
i will be praying for you ashley you are a strong girl
Jennifer <angelonwheels@att.net >
- Monday, December 3, 2007 11:32 PM CST
So glad to hear there is some improvement. Been praying every day for you Ashley. Come on white cells, grow, grow, grow!
Robin and Mark, many prayers for you as well. You are both doing an incredible job of taking this day by day, May God's mercy be with you and Ashley this day and each day you move forward.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Monday, December 3, 2007 9:02 PM CST
Thinking of you daily and keeping you in our prayers. Glad today was better than yesterday.
Jan (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin (All-kids list) <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Monday, December 3, 2007 8:34 PM CST
I was so happy to hear Ashley has improved some. As one mommy to another, my heart goes out to you Robin. You and your sweet little girl have been more or less in the hospital for over 8 months. I don't think anyone else who hasn't been there could even fathom how very long that would be. The longest I spent with a critically ill child was over 2 weeks, for heart surgery. And as always, you never, ever complain. You are all about your daughter, in true mommy style. You surely deeply miss your other children and you must be so exhausted and scared, and I long to give you a hug and tell you it will be better. I truly believe it all WILL be better, b/c Ashley is such an incrediable fighter.
All my prayers, for your little girl and more strength for you, as Ashley wins this latest battle. And blessings to that donor, I hope at some point in my life, I can do something that meaningful.
Here is a virtual hug((((((Robin and Ashley)))))) and please know so many are continuously thinking and praying for your baby.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Monday, December 3, 2007 8:33 PM CST
hi ashley,
i miss you sweetie, i am glad you are feeling a little bit better today!!!! i am thinking about you and pray for you every day..
i love you sweetie,
love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
grrenbay, wi usa - Monday, December 3, 2007 6:43 PM CST
Keeping you close in our thoughts.
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D.F. Mexico - Monday, December 3, 2007 6:04 PM CST
Keeping you and your family close in my thoughts and prayers.
Steph - all kids - www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <stephaniejochim@yahoo.com>
Flasher, ND - Monday, December 3, 2007 3:37 PM CST
Hi Debelings, Stopping in to check up on all of you. We're praying and wishing that the new donor cells do their thing and fast!!! Take care, Annie & Cor
Correen Lewis
Keshena, WI USA - Monday, December 3, 2007 11:10 AM CST
Praying for you Ashley!!
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Monday, December 3, 2007 10:50 AM CST
Hi Ashley and Family. Carlin, a March 2002 Lucky Charms kiddo, and family stopping by to let you know that we are praying for your swift and full recovery.
Katrina Matthews
Austin, TX - Monday, December 3, 2007 10:24 AM CST
We are praying for you Ashley, that God will give you strength to fight this battle. Praying that the new cells do the trick
God Bless you
Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
gainesville, fl uSA - Monday, December 3, 2007 10:22 AM CST
Ashley and Family,
A note from one of your many prayer warriors who checks and prays for Ashley and her family every day. Your energy, faith, and strength are amazing to all of us. May God bless Ashley with a quick recovery...
ann (mother to lina, dx 11/03, OT 3/06)
- Monday, December 3, 2007 9:16 AM CST
Robin,
Just wanted to let you know I'm praying for you and your family to be able to stay strong through this very tough time, and that the new donor cells will get Ashley's wbc's rallying! Hang in there, and know we're hanging with you!
Sending hugs,
Andrea Marley (ALL-Kids)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/ethanmarley
Andrea Marley <gamarley@sbcglobal.net>
CA - Monday, December 3, 2007 8:42 AM CST
Hey Ash-
We miss you on the HOT unit! Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you and praying for you. We're all so proud of you! Keep up the good work.
Love
Betsy
Betsy Larsen <betsyrn5@yahoo.com>
West Allis , WI - Monday, December 3, 2007 8:39 AM CST
Sorry for the rough road at the moment. We're sending all the positive thoughts and prayers we can for less pain, more growing cells, and complete healing. A special shout out to the loving donor too! What a wonderful gift. I hope those extra cells "make friends" and multiply quickly!!
Sending lots of cyber support,
Alicia and Avalon - ALL_kids list
Aicia Hall
Powell, OH - Monday, December 3, 2007 8:28 AM CST
Morning Ashley I pray you had a restful healing night and have a good day today. I will be praying that your counts go up very soon. Hugs and Angel Kisses precious little girl.
MJ/Angel _Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Monday, December 3, 2007 6:31 AM CST
Dear Robin,
Praying for Ashley to recover quickly and that her donor can provide the extra "kick" her bone marrow needs. Praying for your strength, also. Cathy Linehan www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
cathy linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
seaside, CA USA - Monday, December 3, 2007 0:58 AM CST
Praying that Ashley turns around and her cells start to kick in so she can start in on the road to feeling better! She deserves it!!!
Lisa
Lynnwood, WA - Monday, December 3, 2007 0:26 AM CST
I was so saddened to read the latest updates. Dear, sweet, Ashley, can you catch a break? So many prayers heading your way, prayers for her counts, prayers for her kidneys, prayers for her lungs. And prayers for you, mommy, you must be so very exhausted and so very worried.
I pray Ashley recovers and recovers totally and rapidly, and I pray she is home, whole and healthy for Christmas.
(((((((hugs)))))))))
R.Bolli <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, December 2, 2007 11:25 PM CST
Hello Debes Family,
I'm keeping Ashley and your family in my constant thoughts and prayers. Hang in there.
Suzanne Stiff <suzannestiff@msn.com>
St. Francis, MN - Sunday, December 2, 2007 11:25 PM CST
Hi, Robin. Just checking on your girl and want you to know that I'm praying for her every day and hope that all this she is going through will get better and better. Many prayers and hugs for your whole family.
Beth, Kyle's mom, from ALL KIDS <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN US - Sunday, December 2, 2007 10:32 PM CST
Just wanted to stop in and let you know I'm thinking of you all and praying for you!! I'll stop down and visit tomorrow night if I get the chance.
Evelyn Hansen
Wauwatosa, WI - Sunday, December 2, 2007 10:14 PM CST
No wonder you're sleeping Ashley. So, so much going on, although we always KNEW you were an "A+" now you are through and through! Slow and steady wins the race. Keep it up! Prayers continue to go up for you all.
Hugs,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, December 2, 2007 8:40 PM CST
Hello, I saw a prayer request for you on asherandjacobsfriends.com and I wanted to stop by and let you know that yet another prayer warrior is lifting prayers up for you. Glad to hear that you had some good news and will pray for continued improvement! Keep strong!!!
Dawn H. <mybitofsunshine@aol.com>
- Sunday, December 2, 2007 6:15 PM CST
We're so happy the BMA came back with some great results for Ashley. Keep those good cells growing, girl! Taylor so desperately misses talking to Ashley on the phone. She's trying to understand that all the rests/naps are something Ashley needs to get better. BUT, when she DOES get better, and Lord willing she will, we have just switched our phone to cable so we have UNLIMITED calling. That means Taylor can call Ashley and they can gab and gab and GAB on the phone for as long as they want!! We pray those gabs sessions will start very soon! It would be a wonderful Christmas gift for Ashley to "turn that corner", have her body take those precious marrow cells, and make them multiply! We continue to pray for that wish to come true every day. Take care Ashley, Robin and the rest of the Debes family...we're sending big hugs your way.
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@yahoo.com>
Appleton, WI - Sunday, December 2, 2007 12:47 AM CST
That is awesome about the donor cells! Hope things are improving so that you are back in your room!
Kristy <k.sigman@mac.com>
New Braunfels, - Sunday, December 2, 2007 9:36 AM CST
That's great news about the bma and the donor cells. I hope the stay in ICU is short. We continue to pray for all of you. God bless.
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Sunday, December 2, 2007 8:09 AM CST
Robin and family ~
We're praying that things improve rapidly and that you are able to get some rest.
Pat, Sal, Mishael and Isaiah Bingham- Isaiah’s Journey <pat.bingham@charter.net>
Whitmore Lake, MI - Saturday, December 1, 2007 9:35 PM CST
Robin,
I've had a hard time getting on Ashley's caringbridge. I tried many times to log on but nothing. I didn't give up. You and your family have been in my thoughts, hopes and prayers. I've been back to Children's with Laney twice. She ended up with MRSA @ the same time it was all over the news!! She's fine now. I read Ashley's journal tonight. How are you? I know you have a lot going on and I'm all the way in Arizona but if there is anything I could do for you I'm really just a phone call away.
Tricia Dikeman
Tricia Dikeman <triciadikeman@gmail.com>
Tucson, AZ US - Saturday, December 1, 2007 9:34 PM CST
Hi guys!
I have been on my knees praying every day for you all. Especially Ashley. I have heron my prayer list at church in Nashota. Although I don't always get in to sign, I am here every day and praying the big prayers. Sleep tight. Robin, hope you had a good power nap!
God bless,
Robbin and Kellbell
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi usa - Saturday, December 1, 2007 9:17 PM CST
Prayers for continued improvement and Hopes out of ICU soon..
Kelsey, Faith and Colleen <cycadaret@hotmail.com>
Placerville, CA - Saturday, December 1, 2007 5:37 PM CST
Praying for you, Ashley!
Susan/Angel_Wings <amdg31@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 5:29 PM CST
Prayers from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 3:45 PM CST
Ashley, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ... here's hoping you'll be breathing easier and out of the ICU as soon as possible!
Elisa, Francoix and Quentin Gueffier
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 3:18 PM CST
Hello Ashley and Family-We're waiting for the snow storm to start. Just a little snow so far... From our family to yours, we know how special you are and how challenging this is, but we are with you every step! May the Lord bless you all!
Love, Suanne, David, Zachary & Timothy
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 12:22 AM CST
Robin,
As always, I am thinking of Ashley and your family. I'm sure ICU is frightening no matter what the reason. I hope Ashley is breathing better with less fluid soon, and back to her regular room. And of course, grow cells grow!
Lauren
www.caringbridge.org/vt/fergus
Lauren Quinn <peckschoolhouse@gmail.com>
East Montpelier, VT - Saturday, December 1, 2007 12:21 AM CST
Hi Ashley,
Just stopping by to say hello and let you know I am storming the heavens for you to soon be out of ICU
Stay strong and fight!
Love and prayers,
Crol/Angel_Wings
Carol Brothers <carolab7@comcast.net>
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 11:50 AM CST
Dear Ashley and family,
Praying for you and thinking of you often. Hope your ICU stay is short. Cathy and Mickey Linehan www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Saturday, December 1, 2007 11:28 AM CST
I am thinking about you so much and praying often. Get better soon cute girl...!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 11:23 AM CST
Ashley: I am sorry to hear you are in the hospital. I am praying for you today along with many other angels from our Angel_Wings group. Hugs and prayers.
Carolyn Wing/Angel_Wings <carolyn_wing@yahoo.com>
Carson City, MI - Saturday, December 1, 2007 11:06 AM CST
I am sorry to read the latest. Those days in ICU are scarey indeed. Praying for complete healing and recovery for you Ashley. You are never out of our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, December 1, 2007 11:04 AM CST
Feel better soooooooon!
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Saturday, December 1, 2007 10:40 AM CST
Sending healing thoughts to you. I hope the fluid issue resolves quickly and you are feeling better!
Charmian Lykins <chile_pepr@yahoo.com>
Burke, VA USA - Saturday, December 1, 2007 8:37 AM CST
"If you are interested, I would love to request prayers for you on another site. It is called "Asher and Jacob's Friends" and has been a great support to so many other families. If you would not like to have your site added to their list, please let them know. You can either leave a message on the site or e-mail Laura at: laurainsem@yahoo.com The site is: www.asherandjacobsfriends.com
I hope you find this site to be a blessing. Please know we are keeping your family in our prayers."
Keep being so brave, Ashley!
A praying friend
Milwaukee, WI - Saturday, December 1, 2007 8:35 AM CST
Robin and family,
There are many of us invested with you in this journey. We think of Ashley and your family constantly. From experience, stay strong, take things a day at a time, ask questions and give Ashley lots of body massages and love. She is a strong girl and her body will heal.
Kristy <k.sigman@mac.com>
New Braunfels, - Saturday, December 1, 2007 8:27 AM CST
Fight Ashley Fight! We are praying for your WBC's (or your donors) to start growing and fighting any infections that may be there.
Robin, I'm here if you need or want to talk.
Love
Nancy and Matthew
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Saturday, December 1, 2007 8:00 AM CST
Morning Ashley I pray you had a restful, healing night. I am praying for your fluid buildup to decrease and for your breathing to improve. Know that you are being surrounded by love and prayers.
MJ/Angel _Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Saturday, December 1, 2007 7:59 AM CST
Keep up the good fight, Ashley! We all know you can do this! Robin, we are all thinking of you and sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.
Jean, ALL-Kids
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
Lake Forest, IL - Friday, November 30, 2007 11:49 PM CST
Oh no, I am so sorry to read Ashley has been put on the bi-pap machine. Praying very hard that she is able to come off of it soon! She is one tough cookie thats for sure.
Deb Mathy
green bay, WI - Friday, November 30, 2007 11:48 PM CST
Robin and Ashley, I'm keeping you guys in my prayers tonight. Stay strong!! We love you!
Holly
Holly (Tommy's Mom ALL Kids) <mom03@austin.rr.com>
Buda, TX usa - Friday, November 30, 2007 11:43 PM CST
Praying for Ashley and the whole family.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, November 30, 2007 9:23 PM CST
I finally got the address correct. Just want you all to know that i'm thinking of you constantly. Ashley is in my every thought and prayer. Ashley, you are amazing. I am so proud of the fight you have fought. I will see you guys in a couple days. Mandy will keep me posted. Love and prayers, Leah
Leah Finnegan <leahkfinnegan@yahoo.com>
- Friday, November 30, 2007 6:00 PM CST
Praying for you today, Ashley. You are very brave and very special young lady. Keep up the good work.
"Blessed is he who trusts in the Lord."
Psalm 103:4
Angel Polly from Angel_Wings Prayer Warriors <polly1511@gmail.com>
- Friday, November 30, 2007 2:02 PM CST
Wings Of An Angel
On the wings of an angel,
Our prayers fly high
God touch these dear children . . .
We pray and we cry.
The tumors, the sickness,
The total despair
The cries of the families
We hear everywhere.
These families need us
To pray everyday.
To give hope when they're hopeless
And brighten their days.
They don't look to tomorrow.
They treasure each minute . . .
But they pray when the day dawns,
Their child will be in it.
As a family of angels,
We pray and believe
That all of the miracles
They need, they'll receive.
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Friday, November 30, 2007 1:35 PM CST
Doing a dance to get those white blood cells to go up, up, and UP!!!
Just checking in on “my” kids to see how you are doing. Praying for happiness this season for you and yours. May you feel the warmth of His love and be surrounded by His peace. May all the important things…love, faith, family & friends pick you up and fill you to overflowing this holiday time.
Quote to ponder:
“Let go and let God see you through.
Give in and let God be with you.
Surrender to a love that heals all things.
Let go and let God be our wings.”
From Prayers of Comfort…
Prayers for you and yours…
God Bless & Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Friday, November 30, 2007 11:24 AM CST
Great job, Ryan! Keep on, keep on! Jane
Jane Snell Copes <jscopes66@hotmail.com>
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Friday, November 30, 2007 8:30 AM CST
Ashley,
I know you're a fighter, so keep that spunk and stay strong. And grow cells, GROW.
Much love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 9:35 PM CST
Sending love and light,
Eva
Eva Van den Broeck <eva.michaele@skynet.be>
Brussels, Belgium - Thursday, November 29, 2007 5:08 AM CST
Hello dear ones. Praying for you all. Praying that it won't be long before all the rest and the "jump start" cells will be kicking things into motion. Big work takes time. Hugs to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 0:37 AM CST
i am so happy to hear about ryan, way to go guy!!!!!!!!!!!
i love you ashley, keep the fighting spirit that you have, you are so brave sweetie.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Wednesday, November 28, 2007 9:39 PM CST
The Smallest Prayer
God hears the very smallest prayer,
Nor sends a cross too great to bear,
And though we stumble now and then,
He always picks us up again.
There is no moment day or night,
When we are hidden from His sight,
No wall too high nor door too stout,
To keep His loving care without.
His ways are wiser than our own,
His strength remains when ours is gone,
We must not doubt nor question why,
He sends the answers by and by.
And this I know within my heart,
All darkness fades and shadows part,
And that sometime, somehow, somewhere,
God sees and answers every prayer!
~~Grace E. Easley
Angel Polly from Angel_Wings Prayer Warriors <polly1511@gmail.com>
- Wednesday, November 28, 2007 8:07 PM CST
Hi Ashley
We keep praying for those cells to grow. May God heal you quickly. Your are in our prayers every night.
God Bless
Sue Mike Tim Emily Jamie Jessica
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, FL United States - Wednesday, November 28, 2007 5:03 PM CST
Thinking of you tonight...
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 9:02 PM CST
Thank you Granulo Donor!
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 2:09 PM CST
Ashley, you are such an inspiration with how brave and strong you are!! You have been very blessed with a wonderful, loving family. You continue to be in our prayers. . . grow cells grow!!
The Raethers
Shawano, WI - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 9:43 AM CST
Robin-I feel like I dropped off the earth there for awhile. I am sending lots of healing thoughts and prayers for Ashley's body and the donor who gave her this wonderful gift. Keep up the fight! Darlene
Darlene and Christopher Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 9:25 AM CST
FELLOW PRAYER WARRIORS
Tonight between the hours of 8-9 pm EST Angel_Wings
will be holding a prayer vigil for Ashley and Ryan and each of the children and adults on our prayer list..Please join us in prayer for these families..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 8:57 AM CST
Great news Ryan!! oh sweet Miss Ashley..I am sorry the fevers are around...Let's go WBC!! What an incredibly generous person to donate...you are all truly blessed and loved so much by a lot of people (many strangers)! Praying the donor cells "jump start" the growing and fighting that we know Ashley can do!! thinking of you all...Chris mom to Zayla www.caringbridge.org/visit/zayla GROW CELLS GROW!!!!!!
Chris Mitsdarffer <christymits@wildblue.net >
Bonfield, IL - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 8:10 AM CST
Sorry to hear about the new fevers. You guys are constantly in my thoughts. So happy to hear Ryan is doing so well!!
Susan
www.caringbridge.org/co/nathanmichael
Susan Gentry <sogren@rocketmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 8:07 AM CST
Way to go Ryan! That's great news. As is the generous donor who has stepped forwad to help Ashley. This strange and winding road is still filled with blessings. We don't know why things happen but God is always at your side and brings people to you. Praying for you and thanking God for the many people who have been a blessing to you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 6:07 AM CST
Oh, Robin....I am so very sorry it looks like typhlitis...but I'm still praying it resolves quickly. Please do call me if you have a chance tomorrow and want to talk. I wish I could just somehow visit and give you a break. Thank God for the generous donor. This is going to help Ashley so, so much. You probably remember that Kevin received white cells from different donors when he had typhitis and no white count. I am praying that this is what helps Ashley to turn the corner.
Much love and prayers,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, November 26, 2007 11:35 PM CST
We keep on praying that the fevers go away and those cell grow!
God Bless you all
Sue, Mike Tim, Emily Jamie and Jessica
sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
gainesville, fl uSA - Monday, November 26, 2007 3:41 PM CST
I just wanted to stop by and send you some Florida sunshine. I hope today is a good day and that the cells are getting busy growing.
Love & Prayers,
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Monday, November 26, 2007 6:04 AM CST
I bet those WBC are busy kicking some wee little infection's butt and once the super WBC's get done with all that...you'll be seeing lots of WBC's growing!!
GROW CELLS GROW!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's MOm
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Sunday, November 25, 2007 8:36 PM CST
Ashley keeps working overtime. We're praying that the heat (fever) is growing cells.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, November 25, 2007 4:08 PM CST
Robin thank you so much for the
update! We are sending up special
prayers for God to supply all of Ashley's
needs..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Sunday, November 25, 2007 11:41 AM CST
Dear Ashley, Robin and family,
I am sorry to read about those darn fevers. Mick had them, and it turned out to be the engraftment process itself, so I will keep praying it is that. These are what I called the uglies in the post transplant road. But, we are here at day +88 or something like that AND YOU WILL BE, TOO!!!! Stay strong - Cathy and Mickey Linehan www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Sunday, November 25, 2007 11:10 AM CST
You Rock Ashley! I have been praying for a miracle and it looks like you are it! hang in there Robin. I don't know how you do it, but you do and you are an inspiration. May God keep blessing your family.
Kathy ~ Julia's Mommy www.caringbridge.org/visit/julianesbitt
Kathy Nesbitt <Lvr3kids@aol.com>
Wesley Chapel, NC - Saturday, November 24, 2007 9:27 PM CST
Thinking of Ashley and your family. Stay strong..these are tough days.
Kristy (Mulva - LLS board) <k.sigman@mac.com>
New Braunfels, tx - Saturday, November 24, 2007 5:19 PM CST
thinking of you.
Robyn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/nicole
rw
- Saturday, November 24, 2007 5:22 AM CST
Hi all. Sounds like a low speed day and those are always appreciated, right? Rest and grow!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, November 24, 2007 2:03 AM CST
Hello and hugs to all the Debes! We are thankful for you and for your updates. Our prayers continue for you all. Please know we are sending you our love and support. We are proud of you, Ashley, and of your whole family. Take care and know we love you lots! The Culhanes
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 12:04 AM CST
Robin what a wonderful Thanksgiving! The numbers may not look great yet, but she sounds like she is doing wonderful! What a blessing after all the fear over the last months to be at a point where you can see improvement everyday in you sweet little girl. We are rejoicing with you as you continue to celebrate Ashley's recovery! Doing the happy dance here in Texas!
Wendy Kilburn
Tx - Friday, November 23, 2007 9:15 AM CST
What great news - a great day, continued healing, taking waters and meds with no pain. Hurray! We're so pleased that you had a great visit and a wonderful Thanksgiving. We continue to pray that all your needs are met and you feel His arms around you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 5:21 AM CST
Happy Thanksgiving! So happy to read today's update. Go Ashley!!!!!!
Jan L. <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Friday, November 23, 2007 3:07 AM CST
Happy Thanksgiving Ashley! Way to go on the water and swallowing pills. We're excited here for you. :)
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 9:58 PM CST
Happy Thanksgiving! So happy to see those wbc creeping up! Wishing you a wonderful holiday.
Charmian Lykins <chile_pepr@yahoo.com>
Burke, VA USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 5:14 PM CST
Happy Thanksgiving Debes Family! We are thankful for the healing happing in Ashley's body and we pray her WBC continues to grow bigger and bigger with every passing day. Taylor really misses you TONS, Ashley. She's sending giant turkey gobblin' hugs your way.
From the Jeskes in Appleton.
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, November 22, 2007 2:10 PM CST
Happy Thanksgiving! Yeay on the white blood count! Thinking of you all today and always!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Thursday, November 22, 2007 1:23 PM CST
Thinking of you guys and praying for Ashley to feel better and be completely healed - what a strong girl!! Love, The Spragues
Andrew's Page <kim.sprague@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 11:04 AM CST
Happy Thanksgiving to the Debes Family! I hope your present for today is LOTS of WBC's!!!
With Love,
Nancy and Family
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Thursday, November 22, 2007 10:08 AM CST
Hope the day is joyous! Grow, good little cells, grow!
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN - Thursday, November 22, 2007 7:55 AM CST
Hi Ashley & family,
I am praying that those counts come in! I remember lots of sitting and waiting at this point. Happy Thanksgiving.
www.caringbridge.org/wi/tomneddo
Barb Neddo, mom to Tom, MUD BMT 5/05/05 <barb.neddo@verizon.net>
Eagle River, WI - Thursday, November 22, 2007 7:08 AM CST
HURRAY! Awesome news. Those cells are hard at work healing and creating more good cells. Awesome. You made our day! Praying that His blessings continue to be showered on you all. Happy Thanksgiving.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 0:55 AM CST
Hi Ashley,
I realy miss you alot I hope you saw my letter.
I hope I can talk to you on the phone realy soon
because I miss you.Now you get better soon so I
can talk to you OK! Hello why are you not talking
Hello are you listining to me oh yah we are not on
the phone.(LOL) Ashley I want you to have a
Happy Thanksgiving even Though you are in the
hospitel. Are you going to eat some thansgiving
Dinner? I hope you feel up to eating some
thanksgiving Dinner. Well I have to go.
LULAS,
Taylor
Taylor
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 4:52 PM CST
Hi Ashley! I'm so glad to hear about your WBC count going up! That's great! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and I hope I can come visit you guys some time soon. Love ya lots!!
Uncle Eric <honeymusic2k8@yahoo.com>
Lombard, IL 60148 - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 4:49 PM CST
Happy Thanksgiving Debes Family ! ! ! Ashley you are always in our thoughts and prayers!
Kris Vollmer <kvullmer@peoplepc.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 4:10 PM CST
Cheers for those white cells!! You were right, Robin; Ashley's new cells are so smart they don't even bother to hang around to be counted--they get right to work healing. I am so glad for the measurable number, though, because I know what peace of mind it brings.
Yay Ashley!!
Lauren
www.caringbridge.org/vt/fergus
Lauren Quinn <peckschoolhouse@gmail.com>
East Montpelier, VT - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 3:06 PM CST
I am crying happy tears for you now (I think the scream woke up the little guy too, oops lol)! That is wonderful news! Hopefully that means that her body is healing very well, so there are "extra" white cells just for the blood draws. What a wonderful Thanksgiving present! We will keep praying for y'all as Ashley heals and recovers!
Wendy K-ALL-Kids
TX - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 2:30 PM CST
Hi,
I work with Sheryl Minnec and would like you to know that we are keeping Ashley in our prayers as well as your entire family!
Rose Pastrana <rpast@acehardware.com>
Oak Brook, IL USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 10:03 AM CST
Morning Ashley, Ryan and family am just popping by to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving. As Always keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
MJ/Angel _Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 9:36 AM CST
Just stopping by to let you know we are thinking of you. We're in WI now.
Leroy, Julie & Troy Drost (Kohler) <drost1993@yahoo.com>
Nekoosa, WI - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 9:58 PM CST
Hoping and praying that the WBC stays and is the start of an upward trend! Still checking on you and praying for you daily.
Christina & Ethan
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 9:12 PM CST
We know you are working overtime on kicking those cells into grow mode. Rest, rest and rest sweetie. Love you lots and praying that you have all that you need and He showers His peace on you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 7:58 PM CST
Turkey Greetings to Ashley and Family!!! The boys just got done with Webkinz, and Timothy bought 16 pairs of moccasins. Why? For Fun!!! He put some in his "Halloween" room and the rest in the pirate dresser and the pirate chest. Eh matey! Crazy guy, but that's the beauty of Webkinz.
Many blessing to you Ashley as your new marrow grows cells! Happy Thanksgiving!
Suanne, David, Zachary and Timothy
- Tuesday, November 20, 2007 7:45 PM CST
Thanksgiving Day Prayer
Heavenly Father, on Thanksgiving Day
We bow our hearts to You and pray.
We give You thanks for all You've done
Especially for the gift of Jesus, Your Son.
For beauty in nature, Your glory we see
For joy and health, friends and family,
For daily provision, Your mercy and care
These are the blessings You graciously share.
So today we offer this response of praise
With a promise to follow You all of our days.
--Mary Fairchild
Happy Thanksgiving from Angel_Wings Prayer Warriors
Lori <lblevins@btes.tv>
- Tuesday, November 20, 2007 1:55 PM CST
I stop in a check your page each day, I'm so glad to hear things are slowly improving. Grow cells Grow! We are praying for you & your family. We have a lot to be Thankful for this year, keep your spirits up.
Mom to Marisa
www.caringbridge.org/visit/marisarosa
Amy <ahester2@nc.rr.com>
Wake Forest, NC - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 9:26 AM CST
Hi Ashley! I haven't signed in for a while but I check the journal daily. You and I have never met but I feel like I know you so well. Did you know that your Grandma Judy and I are friends? We met in 5th grade! When you write about Taylor and I read her notes to you it reminds me of that friendship. Our whole church is praying for those white cells to grow! God bless you.
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 7:58 AM CST
Wait! Did you say itching? Could that be the beginning of engraftment? Praying it's so...
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 7:43 AM CST
It's great to hear that you are up and about so much - even with so much healing going on. What a trooper! Rest up. Praying that you're always aware of His peace and love. We love you guys too!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 5:28 AM CST
hey ashley we al miss you and hope you get well soon i hope you can go to school with us next year because nothings the same with out you exept for the sunrise kids that came but its still not the same so get well and write you l8r.
Alissa
alissa <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
- Sunday, November 18, 2007 8:30 PM CST
Ash,
I hope you got my card and had fun reading it. I miss you a lot. When you feel up to it, please give me a call or write me a letter. My mom keeps reading your updates and we are praying for your new bone marrow to start working. Grow cells!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LULAS,
Tay-Tay
Taylor Jeske <tkjeske@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:45 PM CST
Ashley,
I hope you know that there are tons of us out there that check in on you each and every day. I know that all that rest you're getting will pay off soon. Grow cells grow!!
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, November 18, 2007 4:17 PM CST
Thinking of you all this morning and sending greetings from Michigan. Hope that WBC count grows and grows. Good to hear that the blisters are healing and Ashley is doing well! We'll be praying for those cells to "come on in".
Pat, Sal, Mishael and Isaiah Bingham- Isaiah’s Journey <pat.bingham@charter.net>
Whitmore Lake, MI - Sunday, November 18, 2007 11:01 AM CST
Grow Cells Grow!! Chanting here in Indiana!
Love,
Nancy and Matthew
All-kids
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Sunday, November 18, 2007 10:48 AM CST
alissa <mikkki5555@sbcglobal.net>
- Sunday, November 18, 2007 10:18 AM CST
Hey ashley me and alex miss you so much so we found this and sent it to you.
alissa <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, wi usa - Sunday, November 18, 2007 10:14 AM CST
Hey ashley me and alex miss you so much so we found this and sent it to you.
alissa <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, wi usa - Sunday, November 18, 2007 10:13 AM CST
big hugs and prayers to Ashley and family to get you through...GROW WHITE CELLS GO!!!!
love,
Heather, mom to Brianna, www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine, daughter to Pete www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek
Syracuse, NY USA - Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:49 AM CST
Those WBCs are there and hard at work. What great news that your sores are healing. You rock Ashley!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, November 17, 2007 8:00 PM CST
So glad your body is healing itself. So glad things are uneventful. You've been through so much. You deserve a little sunlight at the end of this tunnel. :)
Tammy
- Saturday, November 17, 2007 9:23 AM CST
HEY ASHLEY HOW ARE YOU?YOU WILL DO SO GOOD BECAUSE YOU KNOW THAT YOU HAVE FRIENDS AND FAMILY WHO LOVE YOU!IF ANYTHING GOES WRONG I WOULD FEEL SO BAD.YESTURDAY WE WENT ON A FIELD TRIP AND WE SAW THE INSIDE OF AN OWL AND A DEER SO IF YOU DIDN'T WANT TO SEE THAT IT WAS GOODYOU WEREN'T THEIR BECAUSE IT WAS GROSS.ASHLEY I HOPE YOU GET THIS BECAUSE I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT WE ALL MISS YOU AND HOPE YOU GET BETTER SOON.
YOUR FRIEND
ALISSA!!!
Alissa <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, wi usa - Saturday, November 17, 2007 8:18 AM CST
Hi, Ashley.
It is so great to read about the good things going on with you. Keep up the good fight! ;D I know that wbc will start to climb soon. You are a real trooper and I am so proud of you.
Sending you oodles of Angel Hugs, Praises and Prayers.
"Behold, children are a gift of the Lord."
Polly/Angel_Wings www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/angel_wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
- Friday, November 16, 2007 8:54 PM CST
Hi Robin - GCSF was given 5 years ago. Alex had it form Day 1. Ashley sounds like she's doing great. Keep up the good work and you'll be home before you know it! Hugs,
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab99@hotmail.com>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Friday, November 16, 2007 6:11 PM CST
Ashley, You are awesome! Congratulations on the BMT and may those WBC be grow, grOW, GROWING as I write this.
Robin and Mark, Hang in there. You guys are doing an excellent job! "When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it." - Henry Ford
God Bless all of you,
Bill (Cora's dad)
Bill S.
Manitowoc, WI - Friday, November 16, 2007 4:48 PM CST
I asked the Lord to bless you
As I prayed for you today
To guide you and protect you
As you go along your way....
His love is always with you
His promises are true,
And when we give Him all our cares
You know He will see us through
So when the road you're traveling on,
Seems difficult at best
Just remember, I'm here praying
And God will do the rest.
Holding you always close in our thoughts
and our prayers..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Friday, November 16, 2007 11:06 AM CST
I will praise the name of God with song; I will magnify him with thanksgiving. Psalm 69:30
Praying for a Blessed Thanksgiving for you & yours,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Life is fragile. . .
Handle with prayer.
The Prayer Bears
Barb
- Friday, November 16, 2007 8:47 AM CST
thinking of you always girl
Robyn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/nicole
rw
- Friday, November 16, 2007 6:32 AM CST
Happy 21! I hope you feel more and more comfortable with sores healing and infections clearing. Keep up the good work. I know He continues to be right there with you all on this journey. Lots of love,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, November 16, 2007 4:54 AM CST
GCSF is pretty common at our clinic. . . it should help those white cells start to grow. Ashley's going to be outta that hospital SOON! Have a great Thursday. Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Thursday, November 15, 2007 8:01 AM CST
Ashley I am so happy that you are doing so well. Will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
MJ/Angel _Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Thursday, November 15, 2007 6:43 AM CST
Stopping by to wish you a restful day 20! Glad to hear that the new line placement went well - hope you're comfortable. Praying for you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, November 15, 2007 5:44 AM CST
Keep up the great work Ashley. All good things in time. Praying for you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 9:16 PM CST
Come on white cells, GROW, GROW, GROW!!! Continuing to pray for you Ashley. Glad to hear the PICC placement went well. Sending lots of blister healing thoughts!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 9:01 PM CST
Dear Ashley
We continue to pray for you every night. Glad the sores are getting better. Praying your new cells will grow fast. God Bless
Sue Mike, Tim Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 8:17 AM CST
Ashley,
I'm sooooo glad that your skin is healing - the mouth should be next. Grow cells, GROW!
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 6:13 AM CST
So glad you are making progress. Healing takes time but you will get there! Praying for you daily. May you feel His peace.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 5:49 AM CST
HI Ashley,
Just a quickie to let you know how much you are thought of. Your courage and strength are inspirational. Though I am sure there are many "why's" about all the problems popping up like infections and pancreatitis and mucositis, and pain-in-the-buttitis; just remember that God has a plan. We never can know just what lies ahead for us but I bet your future will unfold into beautiful things ( just like you smile!) Keep the faith, feel the love and stay strong! think of you soooo often.
Love Songbird
Lynn Herge, RN <enjsfolks@earthlink.net>
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 4:05 AM CST
Ashley --
Taylor misses you very much -- she was touched to see today's note on the website for her. We understand it must be hard to talk with your mouth sores. You just concentrate on letting them get healed up so you two girls can "gab" on the phone again very soon!
Sending big, super-healing hugs your way...and hugs to your Mom and the rest of the Debes gang from the Jeskes in Appleton.
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, November 13, 2007 5:57 PM CST
Hi Ashley,
Glad to hear things are settling down a bit. We check your site everyday and send good thoughts your way. You continue to be an inspiration for our family.
Stay strong!
Ethan (Megan's dad)
Ethan Avery <ethan_avery@qsm.com>
- Tuesday, November 13, 2007 9:53 AM CST
Hi there, glad for restful days without a lot of drama. How long since your transplant now? I know it seems like forever. It's a great promotion to get outside your room. Maybe you can get a few hours out of the hospital soon. It's worth asking! Keep on, keep on! Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Tuesday, November 13, 2007 8:58 AM CST
Ashley,
I'm sending good healing thoughts your way. I hope you start feeling better very soon. Grow, good cells, grow! You are an amazing girl and your strength is an inspiration. Hang in there!
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Tuesday, November 13, 2007 7:39 AM CST
Robin and Mark,
Your kids are priceless. What a life lesson in there for us all. Savor the tender moments. You are all remarkable. We continue to pray for you and are confident that this journey, although a long one, is leading to great things.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 8:58 PM CST
hi ashley and robin and all,
i think about you every day and read this site every day. you rock ashley, i am so proud of you!!!!!!!!
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, November 12, 2007 5:08 PM CST
Continuing to pray for the sores to go away and the cells to grow. Praying for strength, and no more sores. May this be the beginning of a complete healing for you Ashley. God Bless you
Sue , Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, FL United States - Monday, November 12, 2007 9:48 AM CST
Asheley,
My best prayers and thoughts to you. Be stronger..
God bless you
love
Regia <regialopes@hotmail.com>
Natal, RN BRASIL - Sunday, November 11, 2007 11:11 PM CST
Checking in and sending you our love, hugs, support and prayers. Love to you all. Praying like crazy for each of you. Take care and know we are there with you in spirit.
Lots of Love from The Culhanes
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 9:46 PM CST
I'm so happy to see things are going so smoothly. Grow cells, grow! Thinking about you and praying :)
Tammy <tnunez@timespicayune.com>
- Sunday, November 11, 2007 3:43 PM CST
So glad to hear the NG is out and you were able to get out of the four walls for a bit. All good things! Praying for your continued healing and peace.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 7:42 AM CST
We check in on you and pray for God to bring much healing...we dont always sign, but wanted to let you know we are thrilled to read that your stomach is starting to feel better, and you got to take that tube out. Keep getting stronger Ashley, we are proud of you! Love, The Spragues
Andrew's page <kim.sprague@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 11:24 PM CST
Hey Ashley, WOW, no tube and a walk in the halls! Keep on getting stronger! Rest well, Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 10:57 PM CST
Woohoo - you're nose is feeling SO much better, I'm sure! Thinking of you all the time here in Virginia.....grow cells grow!
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 6:48 PM CST
Hi Debbes Gang,
Just wanted to drop a line and tell you a belated Halloween joke. It's cheesy, but here goes. Why DIDN'T the skeleton cross the road?
*dramatic pause*
Because he didn't have the guts!
*cricket noises*
Ok, I know it was bad, but I can tell you're all laughing politely anyway. Talk to you soon!I'll be thingking of all of you.
Love, Sue
your cousin Sue <suzanna626@comcast.net>
Warrenville, il USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 10:15 AM CST
Hello Ashley! Well, Timothy and Zachary were playing two player playstation2, LEGO Star Wars. Those two were blasting everything to bits. Too bad for those stormtroopers! We all love Star Wars, so may the force be with you as your new marrow works!!
Suanne, David, Zachary & Timothy
- Friday, November 9, 2007 6:54 PM CST
Tools of Destruction?! Now that sounds like a cool game - I'll mention it to Adam - his nickname is Crash. Sounds like a match made in heaven! Hope today's better and every day is better still. Keep up the good work! Praying for you always. Love you so very much!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, November 9, 2007 3:55 PM CST
Hi Robin and Ashley!
Just stopping by to say hi to my favorite CHOW residents! I drove by the lake yesterday and thought of you. How I wish you can get out of "jail" soon to see it too. God Bless! We are thinking of you and praying every day for you to get home soon!
God Bless!
Robbin and Kellbell.
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI - Friday, November 9, 2007 11:59 AM CST
I'm still reading at least daily even when I dont sign.
Not long to go! Are you getting excited? We are!
Love Everyone at Post Pals
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Friday, November 9, 2007 11:54 AM CST
Ashley & Robin --
I've been checking the sight to update Taylor because things have been really hectic here. Please let Ashley know that Taylor is thinking about her all the time!! We'll try to call Friday or Satuday some time and maybe Ashley will feel up to playing on Webkinz or Club Penguin for a while with her bud Tay-Tay.
We're so proud of her for getting that NG tube put in (we remember how problematic it was the last time) -- but of course I'm not surprised Ashley got it done so bravely. Ashley, you're one tough cookie!! You keep resting so your body can start growing those precious new, healthy cells!
Hugs from the Jeske's in Appleton
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Friday, November 9, 2007 8:07 AM CST
Hi Robin and Ashley,
Say hi to Mandy from Noelle's mom when you see her. We had some good times. I remember being there Christmas day three years ago. Noelle was just a baby and awoke from her nap. I was out in the hall taking a break with Tessa and Mandy came carrying Noelle out saying how she was awake and ready to come out and play. Noelle was wearing a Christmas dress with black velvet, lace and a red bow around the middle. Being in the hospital was yucky, but we also have some really great memories too. Bonnie and Cheryl were also our nurses. Say hi to them for us. Rest up and let those cells grow, grow and grow. They are coming. I just know it.
Love always,
Tonya (Noelle's mom)
Tonya Naylor <tpawlow@yahoo.com>
Kenosha, WI - Friday, November 9, 2007 7:22 AM CST
I hope day 13 was okay and your tube isn't too annoying. It will help calm your tummy down. Heal, heal, heal - that's what we need as it will pave the way for grow, grow, grow! We love you lots and keep you in our prayers always.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, November 8, 2007 7:43 PM CST
Ashley, You are a strong young lady! I hope you feel better. Robin-You are a great mom and thanks for keeping everyone informed about the happenings with Ashley. We wish you and your family the best, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sheryl, Omar & Ceasar Young <omashe89@yahoo.com>
Barrington, Il - Thursday, November 8, 2007 5:32 PM CST
Ashley,
You are very brave, very strong. As a parent of a child with Leukemia, I'm always amazed @ how strong our children are. You are in our prayers. Trust in God, he will carry you in the though times :)
Amy
www.caringbridge.org/visit/marisarosa
Amy <ahester2@nc.rr.com>
Wake Forest, NC - Thursday, November 8, 2007 5:24 PM CST
Ashley,
I hope your tummy is feeling much better today. I had an NG tube once and it does get better as you get used to it being UP YOUR NOSE!!! :)
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Thursday, November 8, 2007 3:20 PM CST
Feel better, feel better, feel better! Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Thursday, November 8, 2007 8:40 AM CST
Wow!! What a fighter you are Ashley!! I'm telling you that you are so much more brave than I. Keep up the good work and grow cells...grow!!
Love & Prayers,
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Thursday, November 8, 2007 8:22 AM CST
Praying for you Ashley, that this tube can help you to heal quickly, and come out quickly. May God continue to give you strength and courage as He heals you.
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Thursday, November 8, 2007 7:58 AM CST
Ashley - I am so impressed. I had to have one of those tubes once and I wasn't cooperative at all when they put it in. I hated that thing!
Hang in there. You are almost through the tunnel and back into the sunshine again. Give your Mom a hug.
Judy P.
www.caringbridge.org/pa/karl
Judy Pamer <kgpamer@comcast.net>
Beaver, PA - Thursday, November 8, 2007 7:12 AM CST
A champ coming through with flying colors - as usual! Great job sweetie. Just for a little while to help things clear up. Praying for continued healing and comfort for you. Sending hugs and lots of love your way.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, November 8, 2007 0:23 AM CST
Hang in there Ashley! You are one strong and brave girl. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know those nurses at Children's Hospital are taking good care of you. They are the best!
Jan ALL Kids Relapse list (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 11:01 PM CST
UggHH! Bleck! Ewwww! Gives me the shivers thinking of that thing going in..... I know you're NOT liking the NG tube, but I'm so proud of you Ashley for getting through that with flying colors!
Robin - Doesn't it always seem like one step forward and 2 steps back? I'm praying that this is a mild case of pancreatitis so it doesn't complicate things any more than they already are.
Lots of love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 10:32 PM CST
way to go ashley, you sure are braver than me, you did so so so awesome with that tube. i am so proud of you, WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
hang in there sweetheart!!!!!!!
love nurse jane...
it sure sounds like you have wonderful nurses, i am so happy they are taking such good care of you honey...
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 9:42 PM CST
Wow, Ashley, the procedures you have had to endure and it sounds like you are doing what you need to do and letting the doctors and nurses do their jobs as well. So glad to hear your tummy is feeling better and that the yucky mouth sores are on the mend.
Praying for those cells to begin growing and that you are more, and more comfortable every day!
Hold fast Debes family!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 9:20 PM CST
Hey Robin---Wow, that girl of yours is pretty amazing. Getting an NG tube placed is no picnic, I am sorry she had to endure that ordeal. I hope the pancreatitis clears up soon so that she can eat again.
Grow good cells, grow!
Jean, ALL-Kids
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
IL - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 8:50 PM CST
Hi you two!
I hope this finds you both doing well and in very good moods. ;D Remember: Laughter IS the best medicine!
Sending you oodles of Angel Hugs, Praises and Prayers. I am praying for you today and every day.
"The Lord is my shepherd. . . ."
Angel Polly/ Angel_Wings Prayer Warriors <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 7:47 PM CST
Dear Ashley,
just letting you know that you are in my thoughs and prayers. God bless!
Di
Australia - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 4:13 PM CST
Hi, Robin and Ashley. It's Beth from ALL-KIDS. Just wanted to check up on you. Praying for you and hoping you feel better and better. Hugs.
Beth and Kyle www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts
Beth DeHoff <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 2:41 PM CST
Grow, good little cells, grow!
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 1:54 PM CST
Praying for a restful, comfortable day for you - but you know you can keep on beating mom at Old Maid though :)
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 5:53 AM CST
I'm so glad that today was a better day! Let's keep those good days comin'!
xoxo
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 8:24 PM CST
Good news on the lines. Kick those infections and sores right out of town! Praying for you always!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 4:46 PM CST
My prayers and supplications for those cells to grow. I have followed your web site for a long time and wish only the best for you, beautiful girl. My granddaughter's name is Ashley and she is praying for you too.
Jeanette Jones <jbjones9@aol.com>
Boca Raton, FL - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 2:20 PM CST
My prayers and supplications for those cells to grow, Ashley. I have followed your journey for a long time and wish only the best for you, beautiful girl. My granddaughter's name is Ashley and she prays for you too.
Jeanette Jones <jbjones9@aol.com>
Boca Raton, FL - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 2:15 PM CST
Still thinking and checking on you daily. I hope those mouth sores clear up and those cells get growing!!
Christina
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 10:04 AM CST
Hi Robin and Ashley ~
Just wanted to stop by and say hi. I am glad to hear that the mucositis is clearing up --that should make things a bit more comfortable. Hope that those new cells start to grow soon and that the line infection is knocked out!!
Praying for a smooth recovery.
Pat and Isaiah Bingham (ALL-Kids) - Isaiah’s Journey <pat.bingham@charter.net>
Whitmore Lake, mi - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 7:51 AM CST
Hi Robin and Ashley:
I hope the line change goes well today, and that Ashley's spirits stay up. Thank heavens for Hannah Montana! Do they ever run reruns of Hilary Duff's shows? Tessa adored her (and would flip out if she knew I was saying that!)
Hope your day goes well.
Love,
Jacquelyn, Graydon and Tessa (she hasn't seen this one!) (ALL-kids), www.caringbridge.org/canada/graydon <jacquelynwv@yahoo.com>
Toronto, ON Canada - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 7:14 AM CST
HI ASHELY SWETIE PIE, I AM THINKING OF YOU EVERY DAY, AND I HOPE YOU FEEL WELL REALLY REALLY SOON.
I AM SENDING A BIG BASKETT OF HUGS AND KISSES TO YOU,
LOVE NURSE JANE
JANE WECKER <JANECLINE22@HOTMAIL.COM>
GREEN BAY, WI USA - Tuesday, November 6, 2007 0:26 AM CST
Ashley
I am praying every day for you..God bless
love
Regia <regialopes@hotmail.com>
Natal, RN BRASIL - Monday, November 5, 2007 9:12 PM CST
Argghhhh...sorry to hear about the persistent line infections. Rats on having to have surgery. Sending positive, healing thoughts for smooth procedures and the triple picc you need.
Best wishes and GROW CELLS GROW!!!
- Alicia - ALL-kids list
www.crazycancermom.com
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
- Monday, November 5, 2007 8:37 PM CST
Good to hear that there doesn't seem to be any new sores! We're praying that you're a little stronger everyday, and that you feel better and better. I know you enjoyed your visit with Jennfier, Kelsey and Ryan. You are all very special people!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, November 5, 2007 3:08 PM CST
Praying for the sores to go away and your new cells to grow.
God Bless
Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, fl 32607 - Monday, November 5, 2007 10:23 AM CST
Cells, cells where are you?? Soon, soon they will be growing inside you!! We are praying for new cells for you sooner rather than later!! Anyway,I figured out the mystery of the box that seems like a gift for Pearl rather than for you, a 5th grader!! Boxes lie, go ahead and open it. Happy belated birthday!! Your Mom and Dad are crazy! Love, Darin and Sara, Mackenzie and Pearl, and Anchor and Ace P.S. glad your mouth is healing, that must be painful!! Hang in there.
sara <fahrneys@hotmail.com>
waterford, wi usa - Sunday, November 4, 2007 9:14 PM CST
Grow cells grow!! And DOWN with the nasty mouthsores. Feel better soon Ashley, we are thinking of you every day.
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Sunday, November 4, 2007 8:24 PM CST
GO CELLS GO! Thinking of you all this morning and praying for those cells to kick into high gear. Will say some extra prayers for those dreaded mouth sores to make their exit!
Happy Sunday!
Vicki C/Angel Wings/ALL-Kids
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Sunday, November 4, 2007 8:34 AM CST
Good morning Ashley. I hope today you are feeling better and the mouth sores are healing. You've been through a lot but you're a fighter. Prayers will be said at church today for you and your family. God bless you.
Bonnie and Paul Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Sunday, November 4, 2007 7:27 AM CST
Still praying for you, that you feel better soon.
God Bless you
Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Sue Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, FL United States - Saturday, November 3, 2007 7:23 PM CDT
Our prayer Angels are surrounding
you in very special prayers for God to
supply your every need..
Five Little Turkeys
Five little turkeys standing at the door,
One waddled off, and then there were four.
Four little turkeys sitting near a tree,
One waddled off , and then there were three.
Three little turkeys with nothing to do,
One waddled off, and then there were two.
Two little turkeys in the morning sun,
One waddled off, and then there was one.
One little turkey better run away,
For soon it will be Thanksgiving Day.
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Saturday, November 3, 2007 6:01 PM CDT
I hope that the mouth sores heal quickly....and Grow cells, Grow!
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, November 3, 2007 5:07 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Robin, Ryan, Mark, Jennifer and Kelsey:
Terry Griffith, the old-guy sometimes houskeeper on St. Vincent's tenth floor here.
Since the last time I saw you at St. Vincent in May when you told me about the transplant, I've been "stalking" your website! I saw your notice about signing up for the Bone Marrow Donor program, so I tried that, but I was informed that I was too old. I've been turned down years ago for being too young for things, but this is the first time that I've been too old for something! Anyway...
Well, I wanted to do something, so since I retired at the end of June, I periodically have supper at the hospital and keep some people who you know here up to date on how you all are doing. Lacking a "silver bullet" cure which we all wish existed, I asked my people to pray for you if they could, or think about you sometime each day if they felt comfortable doing that. The combined "will" of a lot of people is behind you. You may not be able to see us, but we are there.
Best Wishes to all of you
Terry
Terry Griffith <tgriffith@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Saturday, November 3, 2007 3:34 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
My thoughts have been with you daily. I'm so happy that you finally had the transplant :) Sorry to hear about the infections though, hopefully they will clear up SOON. I ran into Mr. Fitzgerald, Miss Pam and Mrs. Karoses the other day (I don't teach at Woodland anymore. Believe it or not enrollment is down, and they didn't need 4 - 4th grade teachers this year, so I now teach 3rd grade at Sunrise) anyway we were all talking about you and wishing your family well. They miss you at Woodland, I do too! You take care sweetie and keep fighting OK!! Love, Mrs. Weber
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI - Saturday, November 3, 2007 11:09 AM CDT
Keep up the good work Ashley! Grow cells grow! Hugs to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, November 3, 2007 8:22 AM CDT
Hi Ashley I am praying for your mouth sores to heal quickly. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
MJ/Angel _Wings <marijeighn@gmail.com>
Orlando, Fl - Saturday, November 3, 2007 7:04 AM CDT
Sweet dreams! Prayers going up for you tonight and always.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, November 2, 2007 8:06 PM CDT
ashley, i hope you feel better real soon sweetheart!!!!!!!!!
i love you,
nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Friday, November 2, 2007 5:44 PM CDT
Thinking and praying for you hope the sores are better today..And we pray daily for the cells to GROW!!God Bless,The Padgett Family
www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannahpadgett
Jennifer Padgett <askjen152@yahoo.com>
jackson, oh usa - Friday, November 2, 2007 1:06 PM CDT
Glad to hear you had a little computer time yesterday to break things up. Rest often and keep up the good work on the mouth treatments. Praying for your comfort and healing always.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, November 2, 2007 4:50 AM CDT
We are praying every day. Tomorrow is Kelly's ball, so I won't be able to check up on you for a couple days. But, I'll be thinking about you constantly!
God Bless,
Robbin and Kelly
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Thursday, November 1, 2007 9:04 PM CDT
Robin, Just want you to know that we're thinking of you and praying for Ashley and a quick recovery from the infection in the lines.
Holly (mom of Tommy - ALL-Kids List) <mom03@austin.rr.com>
Buda, TX usa - Thursday, November 1, 2007 4:24 PM CDT
So sorry to hear about the line infections and the mucositis. That really sucks. Prayers for healing and quick white blood cell growth! God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, November 1, 2007 3:33 PM CDT
Ugh, I'm sorry to hear about the line infections and the mouth sores. It sounds just miserable. We'll be hoping and praying that the abx clears everything up quickly and that the mouth sores heal.
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Thursday, November 1, 2007 8:46 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I hope today brings antibiotic success and no more bugs in the lines. I'm so sorry about those mouth sores--they sound like the hardest part. Ugh. May your cells grow quickly and heal those sores right up. I'm amazed that you delivered treat bags for the others, even feeling this way. You are quite a special person. Next year, Halloween will be yours!
Thinking of you all every day,
Lauren
www.caringbridge.org/vt/fergus
Lauren Quinn <peckschoolhouse@gmail.com>
East Montpelier, VT - Thursday, November 1, 2007 5:47 AM CDT
Ashley - I know the first couple of months are the worst but Alex said to tell you it will get easier! He slept a lot the first two months and didn't even play his favorite video games. Hope the infection(s) clear up quickly so you can keep your lines. Hang in there. Hugs,
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab99@hotmail.com>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 10:05 PM CDT
Ashley,
I know you're feeling REALLY crummy right now, and I wish I could wave a magic wand and make it all better....
Praying that tomorrow is a better day and that the new antibiotic kills those nasty bugs in your PICC line!
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 9:47 PM CDT
Our prayers for you all continue, now praying for those line infections to clear, too. We are sending you all our love, support and prayers. You'll get through all this. Please know we are with you. Take good care and hang in there.
Lots of Love, Muffy and family
I'm sending lots of hugs via this email!
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 9:15 PM CDT
You are the best - you made treat bags for the other kids! You are awesome!
Ashley we continue to pray for your healing - that those infections and sores get out of town soon. Rest and feel better pumpkin!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 8:42 PM CDT
Ashley,
I know its a bummer to be "in" on Halloween, so I wanted to make sure to wish you Happy Halloween.
Sandi Franco <franco5@pacbell.net>
Newhall, CA USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 7:42 PM CDT
Thinking about you and praying for you all. Ashley, I hope you are more comfortable today and keep getting better every day.
You are my hero.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 3:45 PM CDT
Ashley,You're suxh a brave girl.Just stopping by to say hi and wishing you a wonderful week.Praying for those sores to go away.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 9:51 AM CDT
Ashley, I am thinking of you often and wishing and praying for everything to get better real soon. You are such a strong, beautiful and brave girl! Hang in there!
Robin B.
Robin Birchfield <www.birchfield@comcast.net www.caringbridge.org/fl/audreykate>
Jacksonville, FL - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 9:14 AM CDT
Hang in there... Hope today you are more comfortable!
Tammy
- Wednesday, October 31, 2007 8:43 AM CDT
I long to be a poet, bet you didn't know it... Rhyme me..
Go Ashley Go!!! Grow cells Grow!!! This is what we all pray, Don't ya know?! We think of you as each day goes by, wishing we could stop by with a hug and a HI! Though we wouldn't want to introduce any bugs, so we'll just sit up here and send long-distance hugs. There's a hug for Ashley and Mom and Dad too, we want the whole family to know we're thinking of you. It's Halloween morn and as the day goes on, there will be princesses and pirates running across the lawn, but that's not the only fun to be had...Yeah, your old G.S. leader is telling you to be bad!! Just pick on the nurses and play a few tricks, maybe get some fake blood and freak 'em out for some kicks!! Speaking of bugs, some plastic ones would do, make sure they are clean then put them all over you. I know this sounds mean, but it's really okay, I would love to be the nurse that found you this way. We all like to laugh and a nurse most of all, it sure helps the heartache when troubles befall. So have fun on this day of ghosts and goons and know you'll be better in just a few moons. We're still praying each day that great things come your way, you deserve soooo much more, I'm sure that God has great things in store!!! Can't wait to see what your future may hold, I'm sure it's like you..bright and bold!!
Love you Ashley,
Make it a great day!
Songbird
Lynn Herge, RN <enjsfolks@eartlink.net>
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 5:26 AM CDT
Ashley, we continue to pray for the pain and discomfort to ease. God bless you.
Love,
Bonnie & Paul
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:29 PM CDT
Oh Ashley...I'm so sorry you are feeling so awful. I wish I could make it go away. I am hoping and praying that tomorrow is a better day for you.
Robin...my stomach is in a knot as I sit here thinking of you watching your baby feeling so sick. I'm so sorry.
Try to hold on....get past this part and on to your cure.
With love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <Nancy Vinson@verizon.net>
- Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:16 PM CDT
Hello Ashley and family!! Stay strong and keep on the sunny side! We hope you get to enjoy Halloween on the floor. Who knows what tricks or treats your nurses will be up to! Take care and hope you get lots of rest!
Suanne, David, Zachary and Timothy
- Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:13 PM CDT
Well that sounds like a yucky day! I am praying and praying for this to pass quickly by. I watched a report the other day that introduced a little girl to her donor and I thought-that's gonna be Ashley soon-looking all better and full of life! You hang in there Ashley and hugs all around to your whole family!
Robbin and Kelly
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
pewaukee, wi - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 9:52 PM CDT
praying for you in port st lucie florida. Hope you feel better.
Crystal Lore <crystallore@aol.com>
port saint lucie, FL USA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 9:38 PM CDT
ashley sweetie,
i hope your mouth feels better soon honey...you are such a brave girl sweetie.....
i am sending a big hug and kiss sweetheart, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 9:13 PM CDT
Ashley,
So sorry you are having so many painful side-effects. I pray that you start feeling better soon. Hang in there, sweetheart. Grow, good cells, grow!
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI USA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 7:54 PM CDT
Ashley, I'm so sorry you are suffering right now. Hold on sweetheart, IT WILL GET BETTER!
Mom and Dad, may you feel God's grace and mercy through this storm you are in. He will see you through and beyond. Prayers being said for quick healing for the mouth sores and the other side effects of Ashley's chemo.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 7:53 PM CDT
Dear Ashley
We are praying that the sores go away quickly and the pain subsides. May God bring you the comfort you need.
Sue
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, FL United States - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 7:44 PM CDT
Ashley -- So sorry that you're in such pain right now. Taylor was very sad when I told her about what you're going through. She tried to call and left a message. Hopefully you were getting some much needed sleep. We continue to pray for you every day! Grow good cells, GROW!!
Hugs from the Jeskes
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 7:37 PM CDT
Ooof, sounds like a little drama there. . . keep getting well, Ashley. You can do it! There will be some way better days. Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 6:57 PM CDT
Our hearts go out to you all ... Ashley, you are so brave, hang in there! We are praying for you!
Elisa, Francoix and Quentin Gueffier
Antioch, IL - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 6:42 PM CDT
Shannon had those sores all the way down her digestive tract! It was just horrible! It broke my heart to see her in so much pain. It was so bad that the doctors could not give her the last dose of injection chemo before the transplant. It did seem that the patients who suffered the most with the mucositis did not have a return of their cancer!
HAVE A HAPPY & SAFE ONE!
Barb
Life is like a gift . . ."Cease to inquire what the future has in store, and take as a gift whatever the day brings forth."
-- Horace
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
The Prayer Bears
Barb
- Tuesday, October 30, 2007 5:38 PM CDT
Hi Robin, I call into this site several times a day to see if there has been an update and leave cheerful messages from time to time. But I just wanted to let you know that although I stick to child orientated cheerful messages, I often think how heart shattering this is for you all. So even though I rarely leave a serious message my heart does out to you all the time (and to Mark)
With all my love, Viks (Post Pals)
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Tuesday, October 30, 2007 4:45 PM CDT
Hello and gentle hugs to you, Ashley, and to you, Robin, Mark, Jen, Kelsey and Ryan, too. So sorry to hear about those darn mouth sores (we remember) and sore eyes. We will pray extra hard for comfort and healing and continue praying for good health and good cells. Please know how much we are thinking of you. Our love and prayers are with you always.
Hang tough - we're proud of you and love you lots. Take good care. Much love, Muffy and family
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 4:05 PM CDT
So sorry your throat hurts so much. :( That's the pits. Praying for your comfort to improve.
Lots of love,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 3:58 PM CDT
Thinking of you guys today and hoping Ashley is having a good day. :)
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, Taylor, and Sydney) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 3:44 PM CDT
Heading down your way tomorrow to do the Halloween party!!! Looking forward to meeting you Robin! Would love to say Hi to Ashley too...but understand the isolation bit. Been there done that!
Until tomorrow...
Prayers & Angel Hugs!
Char
Project Angel Hugs
Char
- Tuesday, October 30, 2007 1:37 PM CDT
Ashley -
I'm so sorry you missed the trick-or-treating on Saturday night. I hope you have some Halloween stuff in the hospital this week - and that you feel good enough to do it. Praying that today is a better day...
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 7:22 AM CDT
Always glad to check in to see how things are going. Hang in there, all of you, and know that we are pulling for you and praying for you and sending you all our love. Keep up the good work, we are proud of you all. Take good care and know our prayers continue. Lots of Love, Muffy and The Culhane crew.
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Monday, October 29, 2007 10:35 PM CDT
hey ahsley!!!it's great to hear that you are on our way to getting better!!! love you lots and hope u have a speady recovery from your surgery!
rachel debes <surftime@bellsouth.net>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, October 29, 2007 9:07 PM CDT
Thanks for the update. Wishing you a restful night with not quite so much "activity" - Thank you lasik! Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, October 29, 2007 8:18 PM CDT
Congrats! I'm sorry you didn't get out to trick or treat, Ashley. If it's of any consolation: this thirty-something year old went t&t only once in her life (we don't have it in Germany) - how sad is that? I'm sure you'll be out again next year! Robin, I love the pictures you put up of Ashley and her siblings. I can only imagine how hard it must be to be the older sister(s) at times like this. You must hear it all the time, but all four of them not only appear to be amazingly cool people, but really good-looking ones too!
marie <mg279@cornell.edu>
ithaca, - Monday, October 29, 2007 6:03 PM CDT
I hope today was restful. It was cold and rainy here - perfect day for jammies and being low speed - hope you were able to snooze and you're feeling okay. Love to all of you.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, October 29, 2007 5:14 PM CDT
I hope that today was a good one. Praying for the new cells to grow, grow, grow!! You are so brave Ashley!!
Love & Prayers,
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Monday, October 29, 2007 4:42 PM CDT
Hi Ashley
We continue to pray for your healing and total recovery. Sometimes it can be hard, but I am sure God is holding you close. You are an amazing girl, and your story is bringing my children closer to God. We all sat aroung the computer last, night, looked at your pictures, and talked about what leukemia is all about. We asked God to help you and your family through this, and to heal you. We know we have an awesome God who does answer our prayers. May you feel His love in a special way today.
God Bless you, Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, fl 32607 - Monday, October 29, 2007 10:37 AM CDT
Oh Robin, It really does stink how this cancer gets in the way of normalcy! Continuing to pray that things go as smoothly as possible for Ashley and the number of days spent in the hospital become less and less.
Linda, Karina's Mom (ALL-Kids)
Rocklin, CA - Monday, October 29, 2007 2:41 AM CDT
I am glad to read the transplant happened. Congrats!! We have been gone for a week and I wasn't able to find a computer to log on to to check in. Praying for a quick road to recovery and engraftment. I will have Elizabeth do a cell dance for you Ashley.
Thoughts and prayers daily.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, October 28, 2007 10:38 PM CDT
Ashley, You don't know me. I "met" your mom on-line, (in fact, I don't even remember where!) quite a few years ago when my own son, Jackson, was sick with leukemia. I actually lost track of you (and your brother) when my computer crashed and all my favorites were deleted.
Somehow, again, I don't even remember how...(wow, my memory is not so great! LOL) I found your site again and am so happy I did! I have been reading your mom's entries to catch myself up on how you and your family has been. I must say everyone has grown up ALOT!
You hang in there, sweetie! I know this can be hard, you have been through a lot. I love the pics of you on your transplant day! You have such a sparkle in your eyes. I am keeping you in my thoughts and wishing you the very best : )
Robin, I am sure you don't remember me....but in catching up with everything, you are every bit the amazing mother I remember. You are so blessed, you and your husband have amazing children. They are so very blessed to have exceptional parents like you guys.
I will be checking in every day. My love to you all.
www.caringbridge.org/ca/jackson
You have such an amazing family, I am so sorry you have to endure this. I think you are a strong, brave, beautiful girl. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers always.
Jennifer Smith <lakerdog2@yahoo.com>
Hidden Valley Lake, CA USA - Sunday, October 28, 2007 10:03 PM CDT
Rest well tonight angel. Just wanted to send a "tuck in" and hugs from Florida.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, October 28, 2007 8:18 PM CDT
We are thinking of you today and always. Put your name on our church prayer list-do it every week! So glad you got the transplant and can't wait till the day you get to join your family again for good! God Bless!
Robbin and Kelly
www.caringbridge.org/in/kellbell
robbin lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
pewaukee, wi - Sunday, October 28, 2007 4:05 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, I don't think anyone deserves to be sick, but it happens. You do get to decide how you deal with it. I know sometimes you feel yucky, but there are games and books and other things to distract you. Do you know how to knit or crochet? With big knitting needles or crochet hooks it goes really fast. I just found free knitting videos at www.knittinghelp.com--might be fun.
Hooray for Day 2! Keep on getting well! Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Sunday, October 28, 2007 1:41 PM CDT
hi ashley,
i am so glad you got the transplant sweetie!!!!!!!!!!!! the pictures are beautiful, i love them all.
robin i hope you got my email last week, my computer has been weird.
i love you all and hang in there sweetie!!!
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Sunday, October 28, 2007 1:39 PM CDT
Many Hopes and Prayers for Peace and Patience through these difficult days...but so thankful you've been able to start down the road of Healing...Love to You and Your Family from California
Colleen, Kelsey and Faith-ALL Kids <colleencadaret@sbcglobal.net>
Placerville, CA - Sunday, October 28, 2007 12:45 AM CDT
Ashley,My prayers are with you.You are truly one beautiful and strong young lady. I am Erica's aunt. May all the love of family and friends wrap around you to give you added strength.
Vicki Crabtree Germantown,Maryland
Vicki Crabtree
Germantown, Md USA - Sunday, October 28, 2007 12:36 AM CDT
Ashley you are extraordinary! You've been stronger and braver than anyone I know. I know there have to be days when you're tired of it all, but you will win sweetie! God made you special and although we don't always know what the heck He has in mind with this crazy journey, you are His pride and joy and He'll be with you every step of the way.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, October 28, 2007 11:46 AM CDT
Ashley,
So, how was day +1? I hope it was a good day for you. I've been thinking about you all day long!
Keep fighting and smiling that beautiful smile of yours....
Love and kisses!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <Nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Saturday, October 27, 2007 8:28 PM CDT
Rest up sweetie - you've earned it. We're so pleased to hear you are doing well. Praying for you and the whole family. Love you lots.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, October 27, 2007 8:09 PM CDT
Congratulations on Ashley getting her transplant!!! I pray all goes well...
michele
ny - Saturday, October 27, 2007 6:39 PM CDT
Congrats on your transplant! I pray that it will bring you peace and healing. :O)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannah317
Hannah
- Saturday, October 27, 2007 1:22 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and family,
I found out about you about a week ago while leaving a message for my niece Paige Haney. You have been a very brave girl Ashley. And now that the transplant is over, the only way to go is UP! I was viewing the photos and was simply amazed at the pics of you and your family during the transplant. I guess I imagined the whole transplant process as something completely different. I had no idea your family members could be in there with you during the procedure. I wish you a very speedy recovery. Hats off to you Mom!! You are one tough lady!
Vicky Cruz <vicky41@yahoo.com>
Moon Township, PA USA - Saturday, October 27, 2007 12:37 AM CDT
Glad to read that everything went as scheduled yesterday. Hope all of you have a relaxing and "cell growing" weekend! Take care, Cor & Annie
Correen Lewis
Keshena, WI - Saturday, October 27, 2007 9:22 AM CDT
Robin:
Thanks for checking in on Jimmy & Family. What a roller coaster, huh? You know I hope Ashley is blessed with a complete recovery due to her transplant. I wish your entire family peace & happiness always. You've been a great friend; I appreciate your visits.
carepage: JamesStevenMarczuk
Sharon Marczuk <smarczuk@mchsi.com>
Sugar Grove, IL 60554 - Saturday, October 27, 2007 8:37 AM CDT
Robin:
Thanks for checking in on Jimmy & Family. What a roller coaster, huh? You know I hope Ashley is blessed with a complete recovery due to her transplant. I wish your entire family peace & happiness always. You've been a great friend; I appreciate your visits.
carepage: JamesStevenMarczuk
Sharon Marczuk <smarczuk@mchsi.com>
Sugar Grove, IL 60554 - Saturday, October 27, 2007 8:36 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and all the Debes! You all continue to be in our hearts and prayers! We love you very much! Lots of Love from the Culhanes
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Saturday, October 27, 2007 7:52 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and family,
Wish all goes well for you, good cell start to grow quickly and you will have a speedy recovery.
Thiking of you all in far far Europe. :-)
Sona & Erik
Pilsen, Czech Republic - Saturday, October 27, 2007 3:58 AM CDT
Ashley
I am praying daily for you, sweetie. A lots of positive thoughts. God bless you and all family.
love
Regia <regialopes@hotmail.com>
Natal, RN BRASIL - Friday, October 26, 2007 11:08 PM CDT
Happy Transplant Day Ashley!!
Jan L. -- ALL-kids relapse list <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Friday, October 26, 2007 10:44 PM CDT
Happy RE-BIRTHDAY Miss Ashley!!! I am so glad to hear the day was unevenful!! The TBI made Zayla's taste buds leave too....everything tasted like mush to her. Praying for nothing but good things for you guys from here on out!!! Don't forget, for every good day, is one less bad! GREAT BIG HUGS from your fellow Midwesterners....Chris mom to Zayla www.caringbridge.org/visit/zayla
Chris Mitsdarffer <christymits@aol.com>
Bonfield, IL - Friday, October 26, 2007 10:38 PM CDT
Hey There,
Yeah for transplant day. IT can only be uphill from here. I remember Noelle being so itchy. The morphine and other pain meds caused it so we started a med for that too. It did help. Take care and always know I am thinking of you. Tonya
Tonya Naylor <tpawlow@yahoo.com>
- Friday, October 26, 2007 10:03 PM CDT
Happy Second Birthday Ashley!!!!!!!
New cells, new hope, new LIFE.
Praying for you here in Ohio!
Betsy Hammond
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond
Leroy, Ohio - Friday, October 26, 2007 9:13 PM CDT
Hey Guys-
I've been thinking of you all day. I'm so glad that everything went well and uneventful today (you don't hear that word too much do you ashley?!). I love the new pictures! You're doing so great Ashley and I'm so proud of you. I'll see you guys monday. Behave yourselves this weekend!
Love,
Betsy
Betsy Larsen <betsyrn5@yahoo.com>
West Allis, - Friday, October 26, 2007 9:10 PM CDT
Ashley,
So glad you finally made it to transplant day. Grow, good cells, grow! Sending good thoughts and prayers from Michigan,
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:56 PM CDT
AHSLEY!!!!!! i love u so much! u are probably one of the most bravest people iknow and i want tolet u know hat the entire day today, all i could do was think of you and pray to God during the time of transplant. love you and i will continue praying for you.
rachel debes <surftime@bellsouth.net>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:12 PM CDT
We've been praying all day. So glad everything went smoothly. Awesome! Now rest, relax and grow cells like mad! Love you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 7:58 PM CDT
Ashley-Yeah!! TBI-done, high dose chemo-done, transplant-done. Now you can focus on resting and recovering. Grow cell, grow!! May God bless you and your family in this part of your journey! We're rooting for you!
David, Suanne, Zachary & Timothy
- Friday, October 26, 2007 7:24 PM CDT
I've been praying for you all day, Ashley! Glad to hear all went as expected. Praying for those good cells to start growing and to keep growing!
LiveStrong Ashley!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Friday, October 26, 2007 6:55 PM CDT
Hi Ash -- I'm thinking about you today. I am so happy. I was glad I called this morning to sing "happy transplant day" to you. There were tears in my eyes because I was so happy for you. Keep talking to me in your sleep -- maybe I'll talk back in mine.
LULAS,
Taylor
Taylor Jeske <tkjeske@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Friday, October 26, 2007 5:22 PM CDT
Grow cells grow!!!! Praying that these new cells grow and grow fast!!!! I will praying for you everyday!
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Friday, October 26, 2007 5:00 PM CDT
We've been thinking of you all day! Hoping and praying for an uneventful night.
GROW CELLS GROW!!!
Christina & Ethan - Megan's mom & dad
Christina Avery
Rockville, - Friday, October 26, 2007 3:48 PM CDT
Ashley,
It was good talking to you on thursday . Im so happy for you. My prays are with you. Good luck. lulas
Jaelynn <www.dsimms1@newrr.com>
Appleton, WI - Friday, October 26, 2007 2:41 PM CDT
Ashley & Family, We're thinking of all of you today and praying for success. Take care, Cor & Annie
Correen Lewis <sundance02@frontiernet.net>
Keshena, WI USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 2:30 PM CDT
God Bless You All. Our prayers are with you Ashley for a complete recovery. They are also with Ryan, Mathew and all the others that wait that a cure may be found for them too. Stay strong and keep your faith in God no matter what happens, even if we don't always understand his will, it is for the best.
Lee Zettl
- Friday, October 26, 2007 1:27 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! We're thinking of you on this very special day. Praying all is going well & your comfortable as can be. Sending happy, healthy vibes to you & your family. Stay strong sweetie. We can't wait to see your pretty smiling face soon! :) Love, Donna & Paul
donna seranko
lombard, il - Friday, October 26, 2007 1:17 PM CDT
I've been following Ashley's journey for quite some time now. Sorry I haven't signed in before now. I am keeping Ashley and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings...........
Love, hugs and ladybugs,
Linda R.
www.carepages.com
codeword: dalescancerpage
Linda Resinger
Farmington, MO - Friday, October 26, 2007 1:16 PM CDT
Thinking & praying for you always..Grow cells grow!!!
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannahpadgett
Jennifer Padgett
jackson, oh usa - Friday, October 26, 2007 1:15 PM CDT
My thoughts and my prayers are with you tomorrow as Ashley gets her new marrow. May god bless you all. May god let the new marrow do it's thing and cure Ashley forever. Stay strong and well.
Melissa <melissataylor@accesswave.ca>
Halifax, NS Canada - Friday, October 26, 2007 12:50 AM CDT
Praying for you today. ... may the new marrow take hold, may Ashley's body receive the new cells happily :)
Tammy <tnunez@timespicayune.com>
- Friday, October 26, 2007 12:45 AM CDT
It's been beautiful here - must be from God smiling on you today. Happy re-birthday indeed!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 11:37 AM CDT
Hey Ashley - We just wanted to say Grow Cells Grow!!! Hugs,
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab99@hotmail.com>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 11:29 AM CDT
What a beautiful and brave young girl. Ashley is in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Friday, October 26, 2007 11:26 AM CDT
Robin, Mark and Ashley,
It's a beautiful day here too. Sending tons of positive energy from us to you—Happy Re-Birthday!
Love,
Jacquelyn, Graydon and Tessa (ALL-kids), www.caringbridge.org/canada/graydon <jacquelynwv@yahoo.com>
Toronto, ON Canada - Friday, October 26, 2007 10:09 AM CDT
It's a beautiful day for a re-birthday, Ashley. And the moon last night was so beautiful--good signs for a fine, fine day for you. Hope it's a good one! Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:58 AM CDT
Robin,
I found Ashley's Caringbridge site a few years ago through Katia Solomon. I don't think that I've ever signed the guestbook, but I check often. I pray that everything goes very smoothly with transplant, your family deserves it. Ashley you are awesome!!
http://austinlukesavannahsmommy.blogspot.com/
praying!!
Amy Nasworthy <mnasworthy@tampabay.rr.com>
St.Pete, FL - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:51 AM CDT
Big prayers from Texas Today! Hi Ashley, I was a bone marrow donor for a little girl last year - my donation was completely anonmous, but let me tell you I think about her all the time. I will be praying for your success today - GROW! GROW! GROW!!! Best wishes and much love,
Jennifer Hammonds <jennifer.hammonds@gmail.com>
Temple, TX USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:51 AM CDT
Thinking of Ashley and you all on this big day. May this be the day that starts only good things for her.
Lauren
www.caringbridge.org/vt/fergus
Lauren Quinn <peckschoolhouse@gmail.com>
East Montpelier, VT - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:34 AM CDT
PRAYING FOR YOU ALL TODAY..
Denise and Steven
STEVEN'S WEBSITE
Long Island, NY - Friday, October 26, 2007 8:25 AM CDT
Sending prayers and love your way this morning and always. Grow, grow, grow. Love you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, October 26, 2007 4:52 AM CDT
Grow Grow Grow, praying every minute! Thank God for another chance! Grow, Grow, Grow!
Robbin and Kellbell
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 10:52 PM CDT
Our love and prayers are with you, and we'll step them up tomorrow. Lots of Love from The Culhanes
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 10:51 PM CDT
Praying for a successful re-birthday for Ashley! May everything go smoothly and grow cells, GROW.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 9:29 PM CDT
Ashley,
Best healthy, healing wishes as you start your new life tomorrow!! Grow cells grow! May those wonderful new cells quickly find happy homes and heal, heal, heal.
Thinking of all of you...praying for all good....
- ALL-Kids mom - Alicia
www.crazycancermom.com
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
Powell, OH - Thursday, October 25, 2007 9:29 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Just want to let you know I am praying for a successful transplant for you tomorrow. You so deserve to get better. God Bless. Grandma Jean your old nurse!
Jean Peltier <jeanpltr@yahoo.com>
Kimberly, WI USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 8:46 PM CDT
The big day. We continue to pray for so many things for you and your family..that you know you are loved by so, so many and safe in His hands...that He knows your hopes and your worries and holds you close...that He will provide for all of your needs and bring you His peace and healing.
Grow cells grow! Go Ashley!
Love you all,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 8:18 PM CDT
Happy Transplant Eve, Ashley!!!
We hope tomorrow is a go, and that those brand new cells grow and grow!
Sending best wishes, hugs and prayers your way from Appleton.
The Jeskes
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, October 25, 2007 5:27 PM CDT
Hooray Ashley! Welcome those great new little cells tomorrow, and let them grow and grow. Hope you'll have a couple of easy weeks and be outta there really soon. Keep on keeping on! Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 4:10 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
It sounds like you are having fun with your Halloween crafts!! I love to do ceramics! I hope you Mom can put a picture on your site of your favorite thing you make!! We'd all love to see it!
Fingers are crossed that tomorrow is your transplant day! Then we will all be chanting GROW CELLS GROW!!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
All-kids
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Thursday, October 25, 2007 1:23 PM CDT
Hey Ashley
We are lifting you up, that this transplant is a cure, and that everything goes smootly on Friday. We cant wait to hear the good news. May God continue to cover you with His healing hands.
God Bless
Sue, Mike, Tim , Emily, Jamie and JEssica
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 10:20 AM CDT
Wishing you another restful day and a smooth, comfortable transplant day! Of course we'll continue to lift you all up in prayer.
Ashley, so your place is all decked out with jack o lanterns? Great job! I need to get going on ours!
Love to you all! Sending hugs and cheers your way!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 5:32 AM CDT
Wishing you a restful night and all the best tomorrow. Post when you can. Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, October 24, 2007 8:47 PM CDT
Planning is overrated, LOL! The important thing is that transplant will be soon, and Ashley will be done. YAY! Prayers and hugs to your family as the day approaches.
Wendy K-ALL-Kids
tx - Wednesday, October 24, 2007 3:33 PM CDT
Whether it's day -3,-2 or +1000 you know we'll be praying hard for you Ashley. Keep up the fight. Hmmm, the baths are a new twist, bet you have lovely skin!
Hugs to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, October 24, 2007 5:17 AM CDT
Continuing to pray for a smooth road to transplant. Enjoy the quiet of the next couple of days!
Keep fighting Ashley!
Robin, the spelling is dilaudid. Ethan had this when he was inpatient with mucositis.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Tuesday, October 23, 2007 9:31 PM CDT
Thinking of you as you get ready for transplant. Thoughts and prayers are flying your way. Keep the faith!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Tuesday, October 23, 2007 1:37 PM CDT
Ashley-Thank you for the Halloween treat! from Zachary
Stay strong Ashley during this round of chemo! Good thing it's a short round! We heard you smell great with all those baths! Love You!
David, Suanne, Zachary & Timothy <prestsua@bonduel.k12.wi.us>
- Tuesday, October 23, 2007 8:35 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
We are praying daily for you, sweetie. We are sending lots of positive thoughts.
On my knees for you,
Lisa mom to Kambryn age 4 dx 7/19/07 pre-B ALL
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kambryn
Lisa Lowrey <LTLowrey2001@yahoo.com>
Lebanon, TN USA - Monday, October 22, 2007 9:07 PM CDT
Best friend, cookies and cool costumes - I'd be excited too! Happy almost Halloween to you too! Be sure mom puts up your pictures on your page. We can't wait to see and hear all about the best Beetlejuice ever. Ashley - you rock - keep kicking butt!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, October 22, 2007 5:14 PM CDT
Hi there. Wow....you guys have been through alot. Our family has also. My daughter Paige was just admitted on friday for a bmt. This is her 3rd battle with cancer...she has aml leukemia. You guys take care. I will be prayin for you all.
Tina
www.caringbridge.org/visit/paigehaney
tina <cricket_baby42@yahoo.com>
east liverpool, oh usa - Monday, October 22, 2007 11:39 AM CDT
Hey Ash-
I enjoyed your journal entry today! Gotta love morphine :) I'm glad that last night was a much better night for you (and me too!) and I'll be thinking of you today as you start chemo. See you wednesday night.
Love,
Nurse Betsy
Betsy Larsen <betsyrn5@yahoo.com>
West Allis , WI - Monday, October 22, 2007 10:59 AM CDT
Happy Halloween ALMOST to you too, Ashley! What fun that you got to see your best friend Taylor. I love reading about things you have done and it's really great when you write about those things yourself. Keep kicking cancer's butt!
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
- Monday, October 22, 2007 10:19 AM CDT
Ashley I never would have thought of oxygen in the ears - I'm already enough of an air head!
Please know that we pray and pray and then pray some more for you and your family. And we ask others to join in our part of your fight and they pray too! Fight hard dear one!
You are a champ and will win. Someone posted about two birthdays - such a cool way to look at it. Go Ashley go!
Love you lots,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, October 22, 2007 7:57 AM CDT
Hi Guys!
We've been prayin the big prayers and telling EVERYONE WE SEE to pray too! I have a great feeling about this week for Miss Ashley!
God Bless!
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Monday, October 22, 2007 6:33 AM CDT
Continuing to pray the next round of chemo is uneventful and Ashley's fluid issues continue to improve. Almost to transplant, hang on!
Be strong Ashley, I am praying for you!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Sunday, October 21, 2007 8:50 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, hope all goes well this week and that your new cells arrive at just the right moment. Then you'll start feeling better instead of worse. AND you'll have two birthdays! Can you see any sunshine out your window? Hope you have enough to read and do. Keep on keeping on! Jane
Jane Snell Copes
Inver Grove Heights, MN USA - Sunday, October 21, 2007 7:19 PM CDT
Hi Team Debes!
I'm glad Ashley is feeling somewhat better (even with the stinky Oxygen thingies)! Hooray for less crackling...I keep thinking of the Rice Krispy Guys when I read that!
Keep fighting Ashley! You are an amazing young lady with many people praying daily for you!
With Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
nancy vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Sunday, October 21, 2007 3:54 PM CDT
Hey, who knows what great benefits oxygen might have for your ears? I wish both of you a relaxed Sunday!
marie <mg279@cornell.edu>
- Sunday, October 21, 2007 2:30 PM CDT
Hey guys...Leah called me Friday night to give me the update on Ashley. Needless to say, my prayers have been with you all weekend. SO glad to hear that things are going better and that Ashley will be starting her chemo today. I'm working tomorrow night, so hopefully, I'll get to take care of her!
Evelyn Hansen
Wauwatosa, WI - Sunday, October 21, 2007 10:13 AM CDT
Praying for Ashley's healing and comfort in this process and peace for you all. Go Ashley go!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, October 21, 2007 9:56 AM CDT
HI Ashley, Hi Robin,
That lasix stuff stinks. We've been through that with Kellbell, but it sure works. I hope today finds you breathing easier Ashley. We'll be at children's on Tuesday. Let me know if I can bring anything up. I'll just drop it by the desk so we don't risk exposing you to any Lyons germs. Everyone is healthy now, but you never know what's lurking! Robin, is there a restaurant you like take out from? I'd love to bring you a lunch that's not Hospital food. Call me if you can tomorrow or Monday. 262-443-8690. Ashley I know you probably don't feel like eating, but if you want anything, you just say the word.
God Bless and we pray for you every day.
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI USA - Sunday, October 21, 2007 3:57 AM CDT
Ashley,
I hope today was a much much better day! Hopefully the Lasix is doing its job.
Robin,
I'm praying for strength for you!
Love,
Nancy
Nancy Vinson <Nancy Vinson@verizon.net>
- Saturday, October 20, 2007 7:53 PM CDT
Glad to hear that you are feeling better today!
Elizabeth got lasix a lot right after her BMT -
it was always a race for the john with all 6-7 of her
IV pumps going!
Suzanne
Suzanne Stoltz <sstoltz09@gmail.com>
Kingwood, Tx USA - Saturday, October 20, 2007 6:08 PM CDT
glad to hear you are feeling a bit better girl. hang in there.
ttys
Robyn
www.caringbridge.org/visit/nicole
rw
- Saturday, October 20, 2007 2:51 PM CDT
Whew! I am so glad Ashley is out of the woods. Praising the Lord and Ashley for getting through this one together. I am praying for you today and every day, Ashley.
Keep up the good fight, sweet one.
Polly/Angel_Wings www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/Angel_Wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Saturday, October 20, 2007 1:48 PM CDT
Sorry to hear about a bumpy time last night but thank goodness the meds did the trick. So glad that things have been calm since then. Ashley you are a brave, strong, fighter and we are all so proud of you. Keep it up.
Love to all
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, October 20, 2007 10:58 AM CDT
Ashley,
Glad you are doing better! Just to let you know your extended family in Illinois is thinking of you.
Love,
Karen, Larry, Lauren, Hayley and Nathan Killough
(Karen is Erica's sister)
Karen Killough <karenkillough@yahoo.com>
Lake in the Hills, IL USA - Saturday, October 20, 2007 10:27 AM CDT
Glad to hear Ashley is doing pretty good. Prayers for a wonderful weekend spent together with your family. May it be a blessed one!
Keep fighting Ashley!!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, Wi US - Friday, October 19, 2007 6:30 PM CDT
ashley, hang in there baby, i am so proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Friday, October 19, 2007 4:58 PM CDT
Healthy greetings to you Ashley & family!
Zachary is +49 days now post-marrow treatment. He told me to tell you Ashley that he also didn't like TBI treatments and also didn't like having everyone keep "bugging" him about what hurts? or how are you feeling? etc..... He said to hang-in there that soon it will be all over and you can start the new marrow and begin to count the + days!! He is just around the corner from you with a high fever, but is currently gone, so he is just "hanging-out" and getting "bugged" from the nurses and MD's--haha.
Take care,
Zachary (and Dad too!)
Dr. David Prestby
CHW, WI USA - Friday, October 19, 2007 11:41 AM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to say hi and wishing you a great week.Keep up the fight.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Friday, October 19, 2007 10:28 AM CDT
That's great that the kinds are coming in! Enjoy your wonderful kids. Praying hard to support Ashley who we know is fighting hard - Go Ashley!
Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, October 19, 2007 9:46 AM CDT
Go Ashley!!!!
Cheering for you here in TN.
Lorie and Ben (5, pre-b cell ALL, dx. 8/03, OT 10/06)
ALL-Kids
Lorie H <lghirsh@hotmail.com>
Knoxville, TN - Friday, October 19, 2007 9:41 AM CDT
Hi Robin!
I feel really happy for you having Ryan visit today, and the girls this weekend. We're thinking about Ashley constantly, and hope the next two treatments go well today, no fever, manageable pain and a family-love-filled weekend. Giving you and her a huge hug from the north,
Love,
Jacquelyn, Graydon and Tessa (ALL-kids), www.caringbridge.org/canada/graydon <jacquelynwv@yahoo.com>
Toronto, ON Canada - Friday, October 19, 2007 9:03 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you and praying for you and your family daily. I love your spunk!
Linda, Karina's Mom (ALL-Kids)
Rocklin, Ca - Friday, October 19, 2007 1:36 AM CDT
Sleep well dear ones. Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 9:52 PM CDT
Ashley -- You give them heck if it makes you feel better!! Taylor laughed when we read that part of today's entry...that you're not taking any crap! She said that's all Ashley!!! We wanted to give you a call but understand how tired you are so we didn't want to interrupt. However, if you feel up to talking to your best bud, Tay-Tay, give her a call when you're feeling up to it.
We're praying for you every day, Ashley. You keep fighting!!
Hugs,
The Jeskes
p/s Taylor got a huge kick out of your Taco Bell craving. We certainly hope they let you indulge in a taco or two~
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, October 18, 2007 8:09 PM CDT
Ashley - you GO girl! I'm happy to see that spunky side of you is alive and well and ready to kick cancer's butt for good. Honey, you need to stay as strong as you are right now and don't let anything take that fight out of you. Sending many prayers for your continued strength and also for your parents,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 8:00 PM CDT
We continue to pray for Ashley as she goes through these treatments. How great to hear she stands up for herself. I bet she learned a bit of that from her mom! It must be so difficult to not have control over so many things going on in her life. We pray for all of you. Thanks for the updates. Love to all, Bonnie & Paul
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
- Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:04 PM CDT
Ah...Taco Bell...good coffee...I think you all deserve your treats! We continue to pray for all of you during this time. May God grant you strength, peace and of course healing. Ashely, I hope the swelling comes down quickly and you're more comfortable. Keep us posted.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 3:52 PM CDT
hi sweet pea ashley,
that's my girl. i am so proud of you and for stnding up for yourself too!!!!!!!
i hope you feel better soon sweetheart...i love you, nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Thursday, October 18, 2007 3:49 PM CDT
Hoping for lots of improvements as the day goes by. Keeping all of you in my prayers.
Margie Miller <margiemm54@aol.com>
Winter Springs, FL - Thursday, October 18, 2007 10:15 AM CDT
Dear Ashley
WE are lifting you up all the time, that the Lord continues His healing work in you and through you. Praying for the pain and swelling to subside, and no more infections.
Sue, Mike, Tim, Emily, Jamie and Jessica
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 9:26 AM CDT
You are close in our thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you daily!
Vicki Corson/ALL-Kids/Angel Wings
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Thursday, October 18, 2007 8:51 AM CDT
Ashley you never give up and keep up the good fight no matter what. You are my hero! Robin and Mark - we can all learn from you - you are a blessing to all. Thank you so, so much for the updates as there are prayers rising up from Gainesville throughout the day and night for our Wisconsin family.
Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 7:01 PM CDT
robin and ashley and the rest of the wonderful gang,
i just want to tell you all that i am thinking of you and praying for you every single day. not a day goes by that you are not in my prayers. kevin sends his love too and prayers.
i take care of a lot of very sick children with cancer. it never ceases to amaze me how much spirit these kids and family have.
but i am telling you guys, you have been through this fight for so long and have fought this fight with your whole heart and soul, and it is incredible that you can do that. you are truly my heros. robin you are such a wonderful mommy and i know that you would walk over hot coals for your babies. no one should have to endure what you all have endured.
you are all such an inspiration to me!!!all of you have gone through this journey unbelievably strong and with such fortitude and faith.
i have been so honored to know you all and to be a part of ashley and ryan's care.
i wish all of you the best and i am going to pray so extra hard for all of you. you are never ever alone. God will be with you thru it all. and of course i am here whenever you want to cry or scream or just to talk.
i love you guys... ashley i am sending you a big hug and kiss. you are the bravest girl i ever met. you have given me so many gifts. you are so patient and never complain thru any of your sickness. we can all learn a lesson from you.
whenever i get down about something i just have to think of you and i know that i can get over it. i just see how you so beautifully handle anything that is thrown at you.
you are my little sweetheart and will always be...
i love you guys, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 5:31 PM CDT
Thinking of you always. Ask Ashley's Docs about emend. A new anti nausea drug used with zofran. Works amazingly well. God Bless, Tommy's mommy Lisa d aka miss d
lisa doran <cookiepye@verizon.net>
salem, ma usa - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 4:37 PM CDT
Good luck Ashley. We are all rooting for you here at Woodland. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
You are so brave and amazing. You are an inspiration to us all. Hang in there:)
Miss Basler and Mrs. Jansen
P.S. Tell Ryan we said "hello."
Jennifer Basler <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI USA - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 2:18 PM CDT
Ashley,
Hang in there, sweet girl. You have been so strong through all of this--you can keep up the good fight! Sending hugs and prayers from Michigan,
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 1:11 PM CDT
We are all here in Birmingham, Alabama pulling for you. We have been following you closely for 4 1/2 years when our granddaughter was diagnosed with ALL. I check your site at least twice a day and say a prayer for you as often as I think of you or read your updates. You are a special family and we know God is watching over you. Hope all goes well. We'll keep on checking and keep on praying,
Mary Ellen Clark <MEClark077@aol.com>
Birmingham, AL - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 12:09 AM CDT
{{{Robin}}}
I know you had to be dying inside, having the "talk" with Ashley. But it had to be done, and surely it is a relief to have it behind you. Ashley is one very tough cookie, and she amazes me. It has already been a very long road since the 2nd relapse and you've all hung in there incredibly well. I know you'll tough this out too.
Many prayers for all of you,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 9:34 AM CDT
Robin and Mark,
Words are pretty insufficient right now. You are making the only decision you could—Ashley is a fighter, so are you two, Ryan, your girls, your doctors and nurses. We are sending you all the positive energy we can as you start this next part of Ashley's journey to health and recovery.
Love,
Jacquelyn, Graydon and Tessa (ALL-kids), www.caringbridge.org/canada/graydon <jacquelynwv@yahoo.com>
Toronto, ON Canada - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 6:00 AM CDT
I have been following your journey, but don't often post. I need you to know how much I admire your family and that I pray for you constantly. Ashley, you are a hero among heroes! Robin, you are a role model for all of us moms - with sick children or not - on how to do it right! Stay positive and live in the moment! In other words, keep doing what you are doing!
Kathy - Julia's Mommy www.caringbridge.org/visit/julianesbitt
Kathy Nesbitt <lvr3kids@aol.com>
Wesley Chapel, NC - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 5:56 AM CDT
Thank heavens for wonderful nights. And what a day it was. You are an amazing family. Praying that God continues to provide for all your needs and heals our Ashley.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Mathew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, fl usa - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 1:15 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
We are all together in Appleton at the Ped's clinic reading your updates and praying for you and your family. We know God will be right by your side Miss Ashley and so will we in thoughts and prayers sweetie, All of our love to you and your family... Go Ashley Go, Cancer has never seen a fighter like you before !!! Love Kim, Jean and Jodi
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 8:59 PM CDT
Though it may seem like I have fallen off of the face of the earth...I'm still here checking in almost daily. My prayers continue for all of you. Last night the Teen~Angels met for the first time in almost 4 months...I asked them all to include Ashley in their own prayers...
Remember God is still in control. He hasn't fallen a sleep at the wheel. He hasn't been surprised by any of what has happened. He has all of you in the palm of His Hand...and He won't let go. Though none of us can see the future...we can rest assured...God knows what is there and will give you what you need to get through it...just ask. I believe that as an absolute certainty. Actually I bet my life on that!
Angel Hugs & Prayers....
Char
Char
- Tuesday, October 16, 2007 7:38 PM CDT
Ashley and family,
I am praying for your continued strength, resilience, and God's presence to be with you every day as you continue your battle. You're inspiring to more people than you know, good luck!
Kelly
Northeast/Central, WI - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 7:28 PM CDT
praying for Ashley through the transplant process and for the transplant to be a complete success....
michele(nurse in ny)
- Tuesday, October 16, 2007 7:23 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family---
I am thinking of you during this whole transplant process daily. I miss seeing you a clinic. Say hello to everyone from Noelle's family.
Tonya
Tonya Naylor <tpawlow@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, October 16, 2007 6:43 PM CDT
The situations cancer forces a child into! Thank goodness you all seem to have such clear heads under unimaginable stress. Thank goodness you have such a great relationship with Ashley and she is such has such a wonderful personality. May God be with you through all of these decisions. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tammy
- Tuesday, October 16, 2007 5:12 PM CDT
Thinking of you and praying for good results today.
Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 2:35 PM CDT
Ashely, Good luck on all of the pretransplant stuff. I know you will do great.
Robin, It is so glad to read that you have a transplant date. I am excited for you.
Prayers and thoughts daily.
Good Luck!!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 2:35 PM CDT
Thinking of you today and praying for good results!
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 12:15 AM CDT
Holding you in my thoughts and prayers. May God provide you with all you need for your bone marrow transplant.
Virginia Lensch <vlensch@bellsouth.net>
St. Simons Island, GA USA - Tuesday, October 16, 2007 6:14 AM CDT
Praying for remission.......Stay strong!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, October 15, 2007 8:10 PM CDT
Many prayers will be lifted up this week for sucessful pre-transplant conditioning. Lord, protect Ashely's organs through this, keep her strong and fill her heart with the peace that passes all understanding. Renew Robin and Mark's strength and hope.
Fight Ashley, fight!!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Monday, October 15, 2007 8:01 PM CDT
Thinking of Ashley and your whole family while praying for peace and strength.
Karen, Clare's mom www.caringbridge.org/md/clareschmidt
Cabin John, MD - Monday, October 15, 2007 7:25 PM CDT
wow i bet you cannot believe the transplant date is finally here. i am happy for you all. i pray that this journey is positive and praying that all goes well, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, October 15, 2007 5:53 PM CDT
Thinking of you and praying for you! Keep the faith!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Monday, October 15, 2007 5:00 PM CDT
Continuing to pray for Ashley, that this may be a new beginning for her and your family. We pray that God continues to heal her, give her strength and peace as she goes through this
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, fl uSA - Monday, October 15, 2007 2:15 PM CDT
Ashley and Family-We wish you all many blessings as you start your BMT journey. Take good care of yourselves and stay strong. Your family is truly wonderful! Stay positive!
David, Suanne, Zachary and Timothy <prestsua@bonduel.k12.wi.us>
- Monday, October 15, 2007 1:37 PM CDT
Ashley & Robin,
Big hugs and prayers today for clean marrow and no more bumps on the road to BMT.
With lots of love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, October 15, 2007 1:27 PM CDT
Thoughts and prayers for you all! We are hoping everyday for good news that she is on her way!
God Bless!
Robbin and Kellbell
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI - Monday, October 15, 2007 11:32 AM CDT
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you this week!
Elisa, Francoix and Quentin Gueffier
- Monday, October 15, 2007 11:30 AM CDT
Thinking of you and praying for you this week. It's so exciting and I'm sure plenty nerve-wracking. Good luck with everything....
Tammy
- Monday, October 15, 2007 10:34 AM CDT
Dear Ashley and her family,
Please know your in our thoughts and prayers. May God protect you.
Love,
Dawn, Fred, John Amundsen, The Killough Family, and the Guffier Family.
Dawn Amundsen <dawnlaugh@yahoo.com>
Wheaton, IL USA - Monday, October 15, 2007 9:00 AM CDT
Please know that we will continue to pray that God provides you all that you need during this time and always. We pray that Ashley's BMT is a great success and that through it all you know you are loved and feel his presence. Much love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Mathew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, October 14, 2007 11:56 PM CDT
Robin & Ashley
Put those numbers to bed and do what you can to make the day you are on just a little better...watch a movie together, get a chocolate, put on a little lipstick in the morning! You can do this! I did think being inpatient was less bad than being the spectator awaiting admission and looking in. While you are there know that even when you aren't thinking about it we are all thinking and praying good thoughts for Ashley! We also wisked our family off for a weekend of R&R before being inpatient and I know I wanted to freeze time so we wouldn't have to do what needed to be done. Better and easier times will come again. Believe this is all going to work out just fine.
Deb Balcarek (Tate's mom from ALLKIDS) <tatesmommy@msn.com>
South Easton, MA - Sunday, October 14, 2007 10:20 PM CDT
Ashley, I'm just another Indiana fan here cheering for you! Praying the procedures go well and you keep your spirits strong. Hugs and prayers (hug your mom for me, too).
Beth from ALL Kids (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Sunday, October 14, 2007 8:21 PM CDT
Good luck this week, Ashley! We will be checking on you!!
Cody's Wheels Of Hope (www.cwoh.org)
Cindy Filson <info@cwoh.org>
Erie, PA USA - Sunday, October 14, 2007 7:41 PM CDT
Ok Ashley, it's time to kick some serious butt (sorry Mom)...you are gonna fight thru this you hear?!?!?!??!
I know you can do it...your fans in Indiana are cheering you on!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Sunday, October 14, 2007 5:24 PM CDT
Ashley --
Taylor had sooooooooooooooooo much fun visiting with you this weekend. It meant a whole lot that she could see you and you guys could hang out in the arcade! Taylor has to work on her air hockey skills because you whipped her butt good!! You use some of that competativeness to keep on fighting as you head into preconditioning and on to transplant this coming week. We'll keep the prayers going here in Appleton. Keep us posted!!
Hugs and prayers from the Jeskes in Appleton
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Sunday, October 14, 2007 4:54 PM CDT
Thinking and praying for you all.
jennifer padgett
jackson, oh usa - Sunday, October 14, 2007 8:31 AM CDT
Hey Ashley,
We are so excited for the news of transplant. Excited as in happy and excited as in the unknown. We do keep you in thought and prayer daily. All the girls were wondering how you were doing so now I'll be able to tell them the great news that transplant is a go. What would be the coolest thing you could think of for the Juniors to do or get for you. They really want to do something and are unsure where to begin. I'm not a big help either. Can you give us some ideas? Sounds like you had a great b-day and have been enjoying a few different outings. Glad you got to play while the weather was nice. Will check back in now and then. Keep your chin up and that beautiful smile of yours shining for all the world to see. You are such a trooper!!!
Lynn Herge <lynn.herge@ aurora.org>
Appleton, WI - Saturday, October 13, 2007 9:40 PM CDT
We're so glad to hear that a transplant date has been set. It's been a long, hard journey for all of you. We will keep all of you and especially Ashley in our prayers.
Bonnie and Paul Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Saturday, October 13, 2007 7:54 AM CDT
Glad to hear the plans for the transplant are underway. Sending prayers that all goes as planned and that all of Ashley's organs withstand the upcoming treatment.
May the Lord bless you and your family with renewed strength each and every day!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Friday, October 12, 2007 5:39 PM CDT
I don't know much about childhood cancer yet. Why do children need transplants even after they are in remission? Is it just a preventative measure or is there another reason?
Betta
- Friday, October 12, 2007 5:14 PM CDT
yippee skippe on to transplant. hooray!!!!!!!!!!
i read this every day and think about you every day, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Friday, October 12, 2007 1:59 PM CDT
Our family been praying for Ashley for some time now and continue to lift her up as her transplant nears. May God give you peace in all circumstances. May Ashley's body handle everything well and may God heal her completely
Susan Boehlein <sboehlein@cox.net>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Friday, October 12, 2007 12:08 AM CDT
We keep on praying! Please continue to keep us informed as we near transplant. You all continue to be an inspiration!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesvilel, FL USA - Friday, October 12, 2007 11:55 AM CDT
Glad to hear good things! Our fun raising ball is less than a month away, so things are nuts! I'll try to see you before then. Praying daily!
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Thursday, October 11, 2007 7:13 PM CDT
Hi Robin & Mark,
Very happy to hear that Ashley is making progress. And Happy Birthday to both Mark and Ashley. Wishing all of you health and happiness.
Ronnie White
PS Ron and Ursula send their best also.
Ron White <ronaldnwhite@charter.net>
Rockton, IL USA - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 9:23 PM CDT
From one Libra to another...Happy Birthday Mark!
Ashley, I hope you were able to find what you wanted at the Mall.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 9:00 PM CDT
glitter-graphics.com
Hi, Ashley!
Just stopping by to say "HI" (hey, I'm rhyming again!!!). We hope you are able to get outside and enjoy the fall days. It is sure getting cold in Illinois!!!! Jamo had a rough time with her steroids this time around. Her legs were in extreme pain. I wish you kids didn't have to go through all of this...Hugs to you and your family!!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@frontiernet.net>
IL - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 8:25 PM CDT
hi Ashley how are you i miss you alot i hope you get better and im sad that your missing 5th grade but we can't turn back time cause if we could i would turn back all the way and wish this never happend but of course we can't again.Ashley there are so many things that i want to say to you like im in a band but how could that be more important then you cause you are the best!!!
Alissa <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, WI U.S.A - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 6:50 PM CDT
Ooops, I've lost it. I just realized that the picture of Ashley is from her Birthday...and it wasn't her birthday. Happy belated birthday from September.
See ya, Cor
Correen Lewis <sundance02@frontiernet.net>
Wackyville, WI USA - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 4:01 PM CDT
Greeting Debelings!!! That's Annie's name for Jenny. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Mark & Ashley. I'd sing, but you're finally feeling better and I don't want to bring you down. Annie wants to come down for a visit in the worst way, but I'm not sure how or when. I know we'll be down in Pewaukee around December 13th for a long weekend. We hope to see you then. Mom just recently had double by-pass surgery along with an aortic valve replacement down in Illinois. She's had a really hard time these past 14 months medically with alot of weird symptons and pain issues even prior to her recent heart surgery. She told me recently that Ashley is her inspiration. "I think of everything that little doll in Milwaukee has been through, and I know I can make it through this." Thank you for sharing your gifts of courage and strength to all that know you. You are special people and all of you are always in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, Cor
Correen Lewis <sundance02@frontiernet.net>
Keshena, WI USA - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 3:10 PM CDT
just wanted to say "Happy Birthday" to Ashley(hope it's a great one!) & belated happy birthday to Mark. this is my first time to your site, but not the last. Keep fighting Ashley--KNOW that there is ALWAYS,ALWAYS,ALWAYS HOPE!!!! The Lord loves you VERY much!!!
Joni Dowling <dowling@tds.net>
Bonduel, WI US - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 2:50 PM CDT
I hope you guys had a chance to enjoy some bumming around yesterday and found the gift you wanted for dad. Hope it was a wonderful birthday Mark. Hugs to you all. Praying that chicken pox is a thing of the past and everyone is clear. You guys are special and we pray for you daily.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 7:45 AM CDT
Praying for you all that the next few weeks go smoothly and that there are no more hurdles so that Ashley can go on to transplant and hopefully put this cancer crap to an end . . . permanently! Miss and love you guys!
Evelyn Hansen
Wauwatosa, WI - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 1:53 AM CDT
What a relief, and glad to hear that Ryan is going back to school today. Happy Birthday Mark.
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
TX - Tuesday, October 9, 2007 1:13 PM CDT
With regards to the immunity to chicken pox the other guestbook entry is correct. The doctor can do a titer(?) which measures the amount of antibodies in someone's blood. They did this on my son who also had ALL and found that even though he was immunized it didn't take or stay. He had to have those lovely leg shots to prevent him from getting chicken pox and then get reimuinzed when his treatment was over.
ALL just keeps taking and taking and taking in so many creative ways. I hope Ryan and Ashley still have immunity. Although I look forward to the day when Ashley is so healthy that she is able to get any immunization shots that are needed!!!! Something so mundane that most parents just take for granted.
Good luck and lots of prayers
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen <k.steffes@yahoo.com>
- Monday, October 8, 2007 8:41 PM CDT
Hi Robin!
We've been dealing with weeks of illness here. Everyone is on the mend-but that's whay I haven't stopped by. Don't want to take any chances. We check up on you every day though. Regan is working on a new package for Ashley. I am swamped. The Wisconsin Kelly's Upside Down Ball is in less than a month! Kelly just ahd her 5th birthday. So far all is well. If you get a chance, checkout the Sentinel on Octopber 28th. They are doing a story about kelly and the ball.
God bless!
Robbin and Kelly www.kellysupsidedownball.org
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Monday, October 8, 2007 7:08 PM CDT
Hi there, you two!
This certainly has been an interesting week for you guys. I hope an upward trend starts after midnight tonight. ;D Seriously, I am praying for both of you today and every day. I pray that the docs will have all of the "right" answers tomorrow and the next day.
Sending oodles of Angel Hugs, Kisses, Praises and Prayers. Keep up the good fight you guys.
"Behold, children are a gift from the Lord."
Momma: I'm sending up special prayers for you, too. I am asking the Lord to help you with the juggling act and carry you through this week.
Polly/Angel_Wings
Rolette, ND USA - Sunday, October 7, 2007 11:06 PM CDT
{{{Robin}}}
I am so sorry you've had yet another worry piled on top of everything else....prayers are going up for both Ryan and Ashley...and for you to keep your superwoman strength! :o)
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, October 7, 2007 9:57 PM CDT
Robin,I believe they can do blood work to see if he has immunity to varicella.My daughter Ariel has chicken pox right now and that's one of the things they were going to do on her.Hope this helps,Linn
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Sunday, October 7, 2007 6:52 PM CDT
Glad Ashley is home. Hopefully Ryan doesn't have the chicken pox.
Have they checked Ashley's thyroid? The reason I ask is that Elizabeth had problems with her calcium levels and when endo got involved, it turned out to be her thryoid. I know that Ashley hasn't had her transplant yet but it wouldn't hurt to check into it.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, October 7, 2007 6:46 PM CDT
hi robin and ashley,
oh my gosh, i was freaking out when i read the chicken pox part. thank heavens that it is not that... my gosh!!!!!!!!
i am thinking of you all every single day and pray that ashley gets to transplant soon, love jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Sunday, October 7, 2007 11:32 AM CDT
OMG, if you guys don't have enough on your plate!! Hopefully you'll be home very soon, and Ryan is feeling better!! I check in on Ashley often, and I am so rooting for transplant soon!! Erin (www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi USA - Sunday, October 7, 2007 6:53 AM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to say hello,sorry to hear about the chicken pox scare.Ariel is down with those right now and they can be real bad.We'll keep Ashley in our prayers.
God bless,love & hugs Linn, Ariel & DanielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Saturday, October 6, 2007 11:09 PM CDT
Praying that all is well with all of your family. I can't imagine having to deal with everything that you have to deal with, but I know that God is in control and we must lean on Him.
Kelle <d_kelle@hotmail.com>
Ega n, LA usa - Saturday, October 6, 2007 9:25 PM CDT
Robin, you need a vacation LOL. Glad to hear that all turned out well, but I can imagine your fear dealing with the day. Prayers for a peaceful calm day, and a quick road to transplant.
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
Tx - Saturday, October 6, 2007 6:39 PM CDT
Hi Robin - I guess when it rains it pours! Glad everyone is o.k. I hope you get sprung tomorrow. Hugs,
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab99@hotmail.com>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Saturday, October 6, 2007 6:24 PM CDT
Wow. Super mom and dad to the rescue. Glad to hear no chicken pox and hopefully everyone is feeling better and stronger. And mom and dad's nerves are a little less frayed today. Love to you all.
Erica, Gary,Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, October 6, 2007 1:05 PM CDT
Wow, scary day. I'm glad it turned out less dramatic than it first appeared. Good female (or motherly?) intuition to keep Ryan at home! Hope everyone feels better today.
marie <mg279@cornell.edu>
ithaca, ny - Saturday, October 6, 2007 12:50 AM CDT
Hi Ashley. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers today and every day. Hope you have a good weekend.
Jennifer Iljazi Angel_wings <jzee1664@optonline.net>
- Saturday, October 6, 2007 2:25 AM CDT
Glad to hear all the promising news! Especially that a transplant date is in sight. Keep up the good work and be sure to get enough rest.
God Bless,
Bill S
Bill S <bill.schmidt@steckermachine.com>
Manty, - Thursday, October 4, 2007 6:28 PM CDT
Alright, some positive news! Glad you guys are back at home, even more excited to hear that Ashley may make it to transplant soon. Sending positive thoughts,
Jean ALL-Kids
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
Lake Forest, Il - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 11:33 PM CDT
Yippeee! What wonderful news. We are crossing our fingers also (as well as our toes!)
Enjoy being together as a family!
Tiffany - mom to Jackson and Faith <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 8:15 PM CDT
My fingers are crossed too! Glad you guys are able to go home. Thoughts and prayers daily.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 7:57 PM CDT
Glad to hear you are able to go home. Will be praying that all remains good and transplant is in the near future.
Stay strong, Ashley, stay strong!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, Wi US - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 6:13 PM CDT
WoooHooo -- Going back home! That's great news Ashley. Even better, is the hope that two weeks will pass and you'll be heading to transplant!!!! (keeping fingers crossed and prayers going)
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Jeskes in Appleton
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 4:55 PM CDT
My fingers are crossed & prayers are being said.
Margie Miller <margiemm54@aol.com>
Winter Springs, FL - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 3:58 PM CDT
Two weeks! That is awesome, we will be praying that all goes well, and that those numbers and all organs cooperate to make it happen. Prayers and hugs! Y'all are such an incredible family with with such strength and determination, what a testimony to the rest of us. Enjoy your time at home!
Wendy Kilburn <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
Tx - Tuesday, October 2, 2007 1:31 PM CDT
Ashley,
I hope today was a better day for you!
Our family did the Light the Night Walk last night and our team (Never Give Up) raised about $5,500 to help fund much needed research for Leukemia!
Keep smiling!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
caringbridge.org/in/matthewk
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, October 1, 2007 4:20 PM CDT
Sorry to hear your in Pt right now. Praying for R&R that brings healing and repair. Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, September 30, 2007 3:11 PM CDT
I'm sorry you guys are in-patient. I truly wish we were inpatient with you right now at this exact moment. The true irony of the situation...... I am so glad I got to meet you all. I will be thinking of you on this next leg of your journey.
Tonya
Tonya Naylor <tpawlow@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, September 30, 2007 1:38 AM CDT
Hurray for good news! Stay strong. We continue to pray for you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, September 28, 2007 9:23 PM CDT
WHOO HOO!! How wonderful to get a "break" for once and some good news! I was thinking about you guys all day yesterday, so happy to hear that she is still in remission!
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@comcast.net>
Lake Forest, Il - Friday, September 28, 2007 10:29 AM CDT
Great news!!!! Congratulations! Praying the doctors have a wonderful plan in place for you. Take care. We are always praying for you.
Steph (allkids) www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <jochim1@westriv.com>
Flasher, ND - Friday, September 28, 2007 9:11 AM CDT
LEUKEMIA-FREE MARROW!! woohoo! That is all I needed to hear. Keep up the good work and the fighting.
Andrea--Ethan's mom
- Friday, September 28, 2007 7:05 AM CDT
Fabulous news!! We are thrilled to hear the great report.
Christina & Ethan - Megan's parents
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Friday, September 28, 2007 5:48 AM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to let you know we are thinking of you and want to wish you a happy Fall season.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Friday, September 28, 2007 0:33 AM CDT
What GREAT news! I have checked several times the last few days knowing how important these results were. Our rosary group continues to pray for Ashley. Your family remains an inspiration to all of us.
Peace,
Ann and Lina (dx ALL 11/18/03; OT 3/8/06)
ann
- Thursday, September 27, 2007 11:26 PM CDT
I "logged in" tonight to see this wonderful piece of news about Ashley's marrow being leukemia free - I'm just sitting here in huge relief for you. Hopefully the current issues will resolve and you can get onto next steps.....
Bye, Connie (daughter Sophie dx at 14 months with standard risk ALL - now 31 months in LTM)
Connie
Vancouver, BC Canada - Thursday, September 27, 2007 10:41 PM CDT
Oh YES!!!!!!!!! That is awesome news! Way to go Ashley! I hope the calcium issues resolve themselves soon.
HugS!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom All-kids
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Thursday, September 27, 2007 10:25 PM CDT
I'm SO glad the procedures are over and the initial results look good. :o) One moment at a time, right?
A plan??!?! How wonderful! I admire your patience, Robin! I'd be all over the poor docs.
It's great news that Ashley didn't need more blood products today. That must mean her marrow is recovering pretty well. You know the platelets are always the last to come up.
I think of you all each and every day. I don't always sign in, but I'm practically stalking you all...
Much love and prayers for the PLAN,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, September 26, 2007 5:03 PM CDT
ashley, i hope all turns out wonderful with your bone marrow...i love you sweetie, nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Tuesday, September 25, 2007 10:17 PM CDT
praying for great test results Wednesday...
michele
ny - Tuesday, September 25, 2007 8:36 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I'll be praying for you tomorrow that your bone marrow biopsy goes well. Keep up the good fight. You are one tough cookie and a real go-getter!
Sending Angel Hugs, Praises and Prayers. I am praying for you today and every day.
"Yes! Jesus loves me."
Polly/Angel_Wings www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/angel_wings
Rolette, ND USA - Tuesday, September 25, 2007 7:41 PM CDT
Sending XXX'S and OOO's from CA!
Marey, Cali Ali's mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Monday, September 24, 2007 10:48 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I am conjuring up untold amounts of good mojo and sending it your way. We expect good news later this week! Hang in there Debes family!
Ethan Avery (Megan's dad) <ethan_avery@qsm.com>
- Monday, September 24, 2007 5:54 PM CDT
Hi Ashley - We hope your procedures are as painless as possible and that everything is clear!!! We'll check back for the good news later in the week :-) Hugs from California.
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab99@hotmail.com>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Monday, September 24, 2007 5:48 PM CDT
So glad you have time at home to enjoy the weather. Blessings to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, September 24, 2007 5:16 PM CDT
Hey ,guys, this is Mimi,I have adopted Ashley in our Angel_wings group and I have something to send her.Would you mind emailing me your address?
The gmail is a good one to email me
hugs and happy belated bday..
Mimi(Angel_Wings) (carepage juliansworld) <myriamtx@gmail.com>
fort worth, tx 76131 - Monday, September 24, 2007 1:45 PM CDT
hi ashley , happy happy happy birthday to my very special sweet sweet beautiful girl.
i am so sorry i did not write sooner but i have been gone alot...
so please know that i am always thinking of you...
i cannot believe you are 11 years old sweetie, i remember when i first met you, you were so little. you have grown into a beautiful little lady!!!!!!you look so beautiful on all of those pictures....what a sweetheart...
i am glad you are at home, that is so awesome!!!! i hope i can see you soon, i miss you tons!!!!!!!!
do not ever forget how much i love you,
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Saturday, September 22, 2007 5:43 PM CDT
Ashley-
Happy belated Birthday!! I can't believe I forgot it. I'm glad that you've been enjoying your new home and that you got to spend your birthday there and not in 5503. We would have thrown you quite the b-day party here though! We miss you on the HOT unit!
Love,
Nurse Betsy
Betsy Larsen <betsyrn5@yahoo.com>
West Allis , WI - Saturday, September 22, 2007 8:03 AM CDT
Boo CNN. We'll be hopeful that the piece is rescheduled soon. Wishing you a wonderfully relaxing weekend.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, September 22, 2007 0:53 AM CDT
Couldnt find the story either..That just makes me mad...
Praying for Ashley's counts to go up...
Julian hgb was at 7.6 yesterday...Waiting fo rthat to go back up as well...
Hugs
Your special Angel
Mimi(Angel_Wings) (carepage juliansworld) <myriamtx@gmail.com>
Fort Worth, - Friday, September 21, 2007 4:33 PM CDT
We'll be watching for the CNN piece tonight! No doubt God is at work and working through all of you amazing tough/brave cancer fighters!
Love to all,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, September 21, 2007 3:22 PM CDT
Hi Debes Family,
I'm just checking in, hoping that today was a good day at the clinic. Have a great weekend - at home I hope.
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, September 21, 2007 3:04 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin,
You both look amazingly wonderful!! After all you've been through you keep on smiling!! Never stop!! Keeping you all in thoughts and prayers still, but now that I'm back to working nights in the ICU I actually have time to check in on how you are doing and not catching up from Tammy. The Junior troop was very excited to visit the website at the house last Thursday. So sorry you weren't available to talk to (or at least sing to.) Hope you enjoyed your serenade from the girls. They miss you and talk of you often. Keep smiling and we'll all keep praying for continued decrease in Creat. and improvement in WBC and EF%. Remember how much you are loved!!
Songbird and Junior Troop 243
Lynn Herge <enjsfolks@earthlink.net>
appleton,, WI - Friday, September 21, 2007 1:22 PM CDT
aww drat Robin you sound frustrated my friend. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers in Vt and we fully understand this yucky leukemia road. We keep Ashley in our prayers every day -- Ryan too!
Vicki C/Angel Wings and ALL-Kids
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Thursday, September 20, 2007 10:05 PM CDT
Hi Robin, My Tommy has relapsed once again last week.He will has a second BMT in Jan. I follow ashley since Her and Tommy will little on the MSN pkl online support group.Good Luck and God Bless. lisa D a/k/a miss d http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/tommyspage/
LISA DORAN <COOKIEPYE@VERIZON.NET>
SALEM, ma USA - Thursday, September 20, 2007 4:42 PM CDT
Long waits at doctor visits - yuk! Robin it's hard to understand just how you accomplish all that you do and keep everything straight. You are one of a kind.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2007 7:49 PM CDT
Your family is ALWAYS in our prayers. Lori, mom to Mitchell, diagnosed 8/10/06. www.caringbridge.org/visit/mitchellrice
Lori Rice <ericandloririce@charter.net>
- Wednesday, September 19, 2007 6:38 PM CDT
Robin -
What wonderful news for Ryan! I bet you felt like a big weight was lifted when you saw the numbers!! We keep praying for Ashley's heart and kidney's to get the go-ahead from the doctors so you can make that transplant date. Taylor wants her best bud to get better -- NOW!!
My brother goes back to his doctor tomorrow and will be starting chemotherapy for a rare form of Lymphoma (NMZB). Rituxan is one of the drugs he'll be using and we're hoping it kicks some cancer butt, big time!!! I think about you and your family daily and wish we were close enough to bring you more cookies or even let Taylor and Ashley have a short visit.
Take care of yourselves and we'll keep praying here in Appleton.
Tammy
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 9:33 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, You'll have to forgive Zachary's aunt (David's sister)for signing your guestbook. She works nights and must have been in the dark when she checked in on you. My sister asks about you all of the time. There's this bond between you and Zachary. Both 11, both at St. Vincent together for a while-too long huh? Both going to kick cancer's butt!! Take care and we're praying for you!
Suanne & Boys (David, Zachary and Timothy) <prestsua@bonduel.k12.wi.us>
- Tuesday, September 18, 2007 9:00 PM CDT
Wonderful news on Ryan's check up! Praying for you all and sending lots of love your way.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 9:27 AM CDT
Hi to everyone! Thanks for sharing Ashley's birthday video. It was fun to watch. It was wonderful that you could all be together at home. Our church continues to pray for all of you every Sunday and Thursday. Even though you are unknown to members, there are many who ask me how things are going. Thanks to your updates, Robin, I'm able to be fairly specific. We are praying that a transplant date can soon be determined.
Bonnie and Paul Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 8:03 AM CDT
Hi, Robin. Just wanted to check on Ashley, Ryan and all of you. I've been thinking of you lately and praying that Ashley is improving. Hope she had a great birthday. Hugs!
Beth from ALL-KIDS (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 7:23 AM CDT
Hey Zachary, Unfortunately I cannot visit you right now because I have a dreadful cold and surely don't want you to get it! Hope all is going well and I love you so very much as well as the rest of your family
mary deichl <marydeichl@hotmail.com>
fort atkinson, wi usa - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 5:30 AM CDT
Thanks for the video Robin! Hope your anniversary was wonderful too. It seemed like it wasn't that long ago we watched those balloons go up in front of the church. Wow.
Love to all.
P.S. Jill if you're checking in - please let us know about your boys - we'll pray for them as well and would like to know how you're doing - let us know if you create page.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA` - Monday, September 17, 2007 4:48 PM CDT
Thank you for sharing the birthday cake video! (Ashley, you look great!) So glad you're having this time at home to rest. Prayers for good news this week. :o)
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, September 17, 2007 8:24 AM CDT
Hello, just letting you know I am still here praying for you. I hope you have a blessed week.
Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23
www.caringbridge.org/visit/johnshattuck
Elaine/Angel_Wings <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Sunday, September 16, 2007 10:45 PM CDT
Hello Ashley and Ryan and your Mom,
You don't know me. My name is Jill. I am Micah and Seth's mom. Micah and Seth were diagnosed with ALL in August. Seth on Aug. 21 and Micah on Aug. 29. I hope you are having a good day today. Micah and Seth are waiting to see if maybe we can go home from the hospital today. We have been here for almost 4 weeks straight. If your Mom is interested, I would like to talk to her or email sometime. My email address is below. Please feel free to email me if you want to.
Thanks,
Jill Fennema
Jill Fennema <mjfennema@iw.net>
- Sunday, September 16, 2007 11:16 AM CDT
Hi Ashley - Sorry we missed your birthday but it sounds like it was a good one! We check in ofen but are really bad about signing the guestbook. Enjoy all your new toys :-) Hugs, Jill and Alex
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab99@hotmail.com>
Manhattan Beach, CA USA - Sunday, September 16, 2007 1:15 AM CDT
Ashley, Happy Belated Birthday! It sounds like you are enjoying all of your new presents! I'll bet that your biggest present is to be home with your family! I think of you very often and keep checking for your mom's updates. Take care of yourself, and have lots of fun with your new microscope!
Kris Erdmann <kerdmann@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Kimberly, WI US - Saturday, September 15, 2007 7:05 PM CDT
Hi Robin, Ashley and family,
I am just checking in to see how you all are doing. Also wanted to wish Ashley a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!! I hope it was a good one.
Still praying and sending (((((Hugs)))))
www.caringbridge.org/al/elizabethhope
ALL-Kids
Machelle Johnson <MJmomathome@aol.com>
Theodore, Al - Saturday, September 15, 2007 3:08 PM CDT
Hey guys!
Sure hope that temp just goes away.I believe a lot of people have colds right now! We are staying away from crowds!!
Cant wait to see the pictures
happy belated bday(mine was monday!)
Hugs and angel kisses
(www.carepages.com juliansworld)
mimi (angel_wings) <myriamtx@gmail.com>
- Friday, September 14, 2007 11:15 PM CDT
Happy Anniversary Mark and Robin! Today Ethan and I are also married for 16 years! We've been together 21 years. I just had to say Congratulations, since we share an anniversary. :)
I hope Ashley's temps stay away.
-Christina - Megan's Mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Friday, September 14, 2007 8:46 PM CDT
Happy belated birthday Ashley! Sept. 13th is a GREAT date for a birthday- although I'm biased because it's mine too :)
Happy anniversary to you and your husband Robin. That must have been an interesting anniversary 11 years ago!
Hoping those pesky fevers stay away....
Take care,
Betsy Hammond
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond
Leroy, Ohio - Friday, September 14, 2007 8:05 PM CDT
Happy Birthday (sorry running late)! The big 11! It sounds like the day was good for you, but don't let those temps cause trouble. Have a great weekend!
Wendy - ALL Kids
tx - Friday, September 14, 2007 7:25 PM CDT
Happy Birthday, Ashley!! The big "11", how exciting! Hope there was much love and laughter on your birthday and that you were surrounding by your family.
Keep up the fight, girlfriend and live strong!!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Friday, September 14, 2007 6:58 AM CDT
Can't wait to hear about the big day. I hope your celebration was wonderful.
Lots of Love,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, September 14, 2007 5:44 AM CDT
Happy Birthday!!!!
I hope you enjoyed every second of it!
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
Powell, OH - Thursday, September 13, 2007 10:56 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Beautiful Ashley!
Wow, 11! I have a son who will be 11 in December. He has 2 sisters and 1 brother too, just like you. It is a wonderful age, not to big, not to little. Just right!
I hope you have the very best birthday, home with your mom and dad and sisters and brothers. With lots of cake and icecream and presents too.
((((hugs)))) and may all your birthday wishes come true.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 9:33 PM CDT
Happy birthday Ashley! I hope you had a great birthday. May God bless you. You are in my prayers. melinda/Angel_Wings
melinda gantt <mcgantt@bellsouth.net>
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 9:30 PM CDT
Hey Ahley, well i wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday..hope you have fun..okay well i will check in tomorrow!! :)
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Thursday, September 13, 2007 8:50 PM CDT
Happy Birthday, Ashley!! Hope you had a great day!! Erin (www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi us - Thursday, September 13, 2007 8:29 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ASHLEY!!! Hope you have a GREAT day!
Susan/Angel_Wings <amdg31@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 6:24 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY! I hope your day is wonderful.
Sandi Franco <franco5@pacbell.net>
newhall, ca - Thursday, September 13, 2007 4:56 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY! WE WISH WE COULD CELEBRATE WITH YOU! HOWEVER, WE ARE SO GLAD THAT YOU ARE OUT OF THE HOSPITAL! HOPE YOU ARE HAVING FUN AT HOME AND ENJOYING YOUR NEW SPONGEBOB ROOM! SAY HI TO YOUR MOM AND DAD FOR US!
YOUR FAVORITE HOT NURSES...MANDY AND I GUESS CHRIS <MANDY_2345@HOTMAIL.COM>
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 11:59 AM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley! I'm so glad you are home for your birthday. Have a yummy birthday dinner and get all those insides healed so you are ready for the transplant. We're praying for you and for Ryan's "clean" appt. next week. :)
Tammy Nunez <tnunez@timespicayune.com>
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 9:40 AM CDT
Happy, happy birthday, Ashley dear,
Happy days will come to you all year.
If I had one wish then it would be
A happy, happy birthday to you from me!
This IS your special day, Miss Ashley! Congratulations!
Sending you and Ryan oodles of Angel Hugs, Praises and Prayers. Keep up the good fight, you two. I am praying for both of you today and every day.
Polly/Angel_Wings
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 9:31 AM CDT
Happy Birthday!!!!! Hva e a super day!!
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Thursday, September 13, 2007 8:49 AM CDT
Happy Birthday to you...Happy Birthday to you... Happy Birthday dear Ashley...Happy Birthday to youuu!!
Have a GREAT day!
Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Thursday, September 13, 2007 8:20 AM CDT
Happy 11th Birthday Ashley!!!
We wish you a very special day at home with your family celebrating the entire day away!! Taylor sends extra special hugs :)
Hugs from the rest of us here in Appleton,
The Jeskes
p/s Twinkie sends bunny birthday nibbles your way too :)
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, September 13, 2007 8:14 AM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley.
I hope you have a super duper birthday!!!! You sure deserve it! I hope Ryan is having tons of fun at school too.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always:)
Miss Basler <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton , WI - Thursday, September 13, 2007 8:12 AM CDT
Happy, Happy Birthday! Ashley it was a gift to US when you were born. What a special young lady you are to people everywhere. Wishing you the very best of evrything on your special day and always.
With Much Love,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, September 13, 2007 5:33 AM CDT
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Praying that your birthday is wonderful. Praising, Praying, Knocking, Storming and Hammering.....
Angel_Wings
Etta <Grandmaettas@aol.com>
- Thursday, September 13, 2007 5:18 AM CDT
Hi Ashley, Robin, and family!!!!
I had to stop by (a little early) to wish Ashley a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!I hope you all have a wonderful family day celebrating... We will be up at CHW on Friday for Lindsay's check-up at the Hot clinic....Maybe we will run into you????!!!! It would be nice to finally meet face to face...We will be there at 10:30am.. We will look for you all!
HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love and Hugs....
The Ekberg family
Bryan, Carine & Lindsay
www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay
Carine Ekberg <cae71@sbcglobal.net>
McHenry, IL - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 10:26 PM CDT
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Sounds like things are stable, keep on hanging in there. Do you have a theme for your party? Since I am on a diet you can eat cake for me too and lots of ice cream. I hope you have a great Birthday. You are one strong and brave young lady and I thank Jesus daily for that. Happy prayers for a Happy Birthday..Love Grandma Jean your old nurse.
Jean Peltier <jeanpltr@yahoo.com>
Kimberly, WI USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 10:09 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley!!!!!!!
Hugs,
Heather, mom to Brianna dx ALL , www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine, daughter to Pete, dx CLL. SCT 8/3/06 www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek
syracuse, ny USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 9:12 PM CDT
HI ASHLEY, SINCE MY BITHDAY IS ON THE SAME DAY AS YOURS ON THE 13TH I WANT TO WISH YOU A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HOPE YOU FEEL WELL TO ENJOY IT. HOPE YOU GET GREAT GIFTS EVERYTHING YOU ASKED FOR AND I WILL WISH FOR YOU TO GET WELL SOON, SO YOU CAN GO HOME AND BE WITH YOUR FAMILY. I KNOW YOUR AUNT SHERRY AND YOUR COUSINS BECAUSE I WAS THEIR BABY SITTER THEY ARE LIKE MY FAMILY. ALL THE BEST TO YOUR MOM AND YOUR FAMILY. I CHECK YOUR WEB EVERY DAY. YOU ARE A VERY BRAVE GIRL. I TELL PEOPLE ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME.
Trudy <trudynowak@comcast.net>
Addison, IL USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 8:39 PM CDT
Hello Ashley and HAPPY BIRTHDAY sweet pea. My daughter is moving to california tomorrow so I wanted to write tonight so I didn't miss it. Journey and Chippy say happy birthday too and we will be sending new pictures soon. Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, wi USA - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 8:35 PM CDT
Happy HAPPY birthday!
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, September 12, 2007 8:13 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY
Have a fantastic day at home
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Wednesday, September 12, 2007 5:08 PM CDT
Hey guys,
I am sorry I have been quiet lately.I am your special angel and you are in my prayers always...
Love always,
Mimi(Angel_Wings) (carepage juliansworld) <myriamtx@gmail.com>
- Tuesday, September 11, 2007 3:37 PM CDT
Just stopping by to check in on your family..it has been a long while. I saw the kids on You Tube last night and had to come by and see how they were doing. I was saddened to read about Ashley's relapse but know God will see you through this difficult time.
Also, a BIG HUGE HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ASHLEY on Thursday!!!
My son Hayden turns 11 next Weds.
I will be thinking of you all and lifting you up in prayer-
Alison Haddock
Mom to Angel Alexandria
www.caringbridge.org/page/alexandriasangels
alison <alisonhaddock@charter.net>
O Fallon/St. Louis, MO - Tuesday, September 11, 2007 1:14 PM CDT
Just stopping by to let you know that we think of you and pray for you everyday Ashley. Hope that you are feeling better today.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:55 AM CDT
Praise God for the improved echo! I'm praying non-stop for Ashley. You're all doing such a great job at holding it together in spite of everything.
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, September 10, 2007 9:57 AM CDT
You know, Rachel got ON the wrong bus after her first day of first grade. She rode it to the wrong afterschool program, but hey, she had been there before so they knew her and it looked familiar - they drove her by van to where she was suppossed to be :) A Debes thing?
Love to you all - praying for you and knowing that you are lovingly held in His hands.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Mathew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, September 10, 2007 8:16 AM CDT
hi robin, that video is amazing!!!!!!!!!really really powerful!!!!!!
i hope the whole world can see that..jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Sunday, September 9, 2007 11:22 PM CDT
hi ashley,
i want you to know i think of you every single day and pray for you every day...
i am so glad you are home sweetheart!!!how do you like your new room?
i miss you honey pie...hope you are feeling good...
say hi to your sisters and ryan, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Sunday, September 9, 2007 11:19 PM CDT
Hello and hugs to you all. Our loving thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. We love you! Please know you are always in our hearts and thoughts and prayers.
Much love, Muffy, Kevin, Dan and Chris
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Sunday, September 9, 2007 7:27 PM CDT
Hello, just here to brighten your day!
How gracious he will be when you cry for help! As soon as he hears, he will answer you. Isaiah 30:19
www.caringbridge.org/visit/johnshattuck
Elaine/Angel_Wings <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Sunday, September 9, 2007 0:05 AM CDT
Glad to see the echo is better. Prayers for that number to keep rising!!! Blessings from Canada.
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
Naomi Fehr
- Saturday, September 8, 2007 1:15 PM CDT
Guess who Zachary's nurse is today? Mandy! I showed her your journal entry, and she says Hello!! Zachary is now in room 23. We switched rooms due to the speed bump to the bathroom. The IV pump wasn't liking that bump. We're thinking of you all!
Suanne, David, Zachary & Timothy
- Saturday, September 8, 2007 10:14 AM CDT
So great to meet you the other day. It is nice to see familiar faces in clinic rather than just strangers. Have a great weekend.
Tonya and Noelle
Tonya Naylor <tpawlow@yahoo.com>
- Friday, September 7, 2007 11:07 PM CDT
Love and Prayers coming from Placerville, CA today for you Ashley and family...the picture in YouTube of you and Ryan was very special..we hope the video gets the attention and support you and all our children need..Best Hopes to You
Colleen, Kelsey and Faith-ALL-Kids <colleencadaret@sbcglobal.net>
Placerville, CA - Friday, September 7, 2007 10:23 AM CDT
Sending SUPER healing prayers from Alexandria, MN. www.caringbridge.org/visit/mitchellrice
Lori Rice
- Friday, September 7, 2007 9:05 AM CDT
Sending you big hugs and mega prayers!
Beth and Kyle (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Friday, September 7, 2007 8:03 AM CDT
Praying for good results today.
- Christina
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Friday, September 7, 2007 7:51 AM CDT
WOW!! What a powerful video, hopefully the greatly needed research funding will become a reality! Our whole family, relatives, and friends are all praying for your family, especially for Ashley. Zach is doing better after his bone marrow transplant (Day 6) and we both want Ashley to get back here real soon for her bone marrow transplant! Zach keeps saying that Ashley can be in the room next to us! We will pray this will happen. Thanks for keeping all of us updated. Love Dr.P and Mr. Z (Zachary)
Dr. David Prestby <dprestby@menominee.edu>
Children's Hospital, WI USA - Thursday, September 6, 2007 11:05 PM CDT
Please e-mail me.
Michelle Buettner
www.caringbridge.org/wi/michelle
Michelle Buettner <mbuettner@charter.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Thursday, September 6, 2007 10:14 PM CDT
Robin~
Praying for good results of those tests. Praying for healing. Praying for the stinking leukemia to stay away. Your family is always in my prayers, thoughts,and heart.
Hugs,
Candy (ALL-kids) Jonathan's mom(www.caringbridge.org/mi/jonathan) <sweeneyclan5@comcast.net>
jackson, mi - Thursday, September 6, 2007 8:40 PM CDT
Hi
just checking in and hopeing for the best I'll keep you in my prayers. Hang in there Terri
Terri Haese <tmbhse@aol.com>
- Thursday, September 6, 2007 7:27 PM CDT
{{{Debes Family}}}
Hope you can feel the hugs we are sending from Texas. We are aiming our prayers right at Ashley's kidneys and heart. Hope she isn't ticklish!
Beth, Will's mom from ALL-KIDS
beth
austin, tx - Thursday, September 6, 2007 4:24 PM CDT
Dear Robin,
We are thinking of you and praying for you. May God heal Ashley's body in perfect timing so you can move forward with the transplant. I hope the kids had a great first day at school.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/madelinewareham
Angela Wareham <tlawareham@msn.com>
Westerville, OH 43081 - Thursday, September 6, 2007 3:12 PM CDT
Hi Debes family,
I've been checking in daily (sometimes more, LOL), and I'm so glad that Ashley has been spending more time at home. :)
My prayers continue for her body to heal so the roadmap to healing can begin.
Much love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, September 6, 2007 8:51 AM CDT
The video really is amazing and I hope everyone writes to their congressmen!! These kids fight with their lives and could use some help from all of us, I'm praying for all of you and keep up the good work Ash, you are one amazing fighter!! Love and miss you
Kim
Kim <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Wednesday, September 5, 2007 11:18 PM CDT
Wow. What a powerful video. I'm speechless. You are all amazing. Love to you all. Prayers and hugs coming your way.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, September 5, 2007 9:45 PM CDT
hi robin,
i am at work right now and sarah and i are looking at your website. we are thinking of all of you and hope you are having a great time at home.
give ashley and ryan big hugs and kisses from us.
love sarah and jane
jane wecker and sarah oleson <janecline22@hotmail.com, oleson@peoplepc.com>
green bay, wi usa - Wednesday, September 5, 2007 2:00 PM CDT
Hello Ashley, I hope you have a great week! Praying for you.
Elaine/Angel_Wings and Prayer Bears <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Wednesday, September 5, 2007 1:33 PM CDT
Robin - thank you for sharing the utube video link... what an amazing piece of work. Ashley and Ryan both looked wonderful in it! Glad to hear you have been able to spend some family time at home! Ashley - keep hanging in there you are amazing!!
Stacey Roberts <sroberts4@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, September 5, 2007 9:12 AM CDT
Sending up prayers for Ashely and Ryan today. Praising the Lord for another new day and them and their wonderful family.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; lean not unto thine own understanding. . .In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths. . .Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. . . ." Proverbs 3:5, 6, 13
Polly from Angel_Wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Tuesday, September 4, 2007 2:07 PM CDT
Welcome home, that is tremendous news and made me smile!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Monday, September 3, 2007 7:04 PM CDT
HOME! Hurray! I hope you are able to delight in your own space with loved ones all around! Wonderful news. We continue to keep you in our prayers.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, September 3, 2007 2:41 PM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to say hi and hope you're having a great day!
God bless,love and hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Monday, September 3, 2007 11:40 AM CDT
Wishing you well on your journey to BMT. Keep enjoying everyday. God Bless.
Debi Angel_Wings <debigulb@bellsouth.net>
Jacksonville, Fl USA - Monday, September 3, 2007 8:36 AM CDT
I found your website through another friend and wanted to stop by and wish you well. My daughter,Leigha, was dx with ALL in May of 2004. She had 2 1/2 years of chemo and finished treatments in November of 2006. She relapsed soon after and we are at Duke Hospital where she will have her bone marrow transplant on Tuesday. We will keep you in our prayers.
Mary Childress www.caringbridge.org/sc/leigha/ <shortymike97@hotmail.com>
Conway, SC USA - Sunday, September 2, 2007 7:25 PM CDT
I hope you are having a great, relaxing weekend at HOME!
- Christina, Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Sunday, September 2, 2007 7:16 PM CDT
So glad to hear that you are finally able to enjoy your new home all together as a family! Hopefully you'll be able to keep it that way until it's time for BMT. In the meantime, things sure are going to be dull on the HOT Unit without Ashley around to keep us all entertained. Miss you lots,
Nurse Evelyn
Wauwatosa, WI - Sunday, September 2, 2007 7:26 AM CDT
Congratulations on being home and enjoy! Here's praying that Ashley can move to the next step soon, sooner started, sooner healthy and cured! Enjoy the weekend. Cathy and Mickey Linehan - on Day +4 post BMT! www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
s, CA USA - Saturday, September 1, 2007 8:31 PM CDT
We are hanging out at home this weekend too! We sent you a book on tape from amazon called Whittington because we really enjoyed it and thought Ashley (and most likely Robin too!) will enjoy it. It went to the hospital, but I am sure they will get it to you. Happy Labor Day!
Beth, Will's mom from ALL-KIDS
austin, tx - Saturday, September 1, 2007 11:35 AM CDT
wahooo!
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, September 1, 2007 10:58 AM CDT
I am SOOO happy to hear you will be able to enjoy the long weekend at home together as a family!!
Robin, you inspire me everyday and make me so VERY proud to be your sister. LOVE YOU ALL!
Love, Sherry
Sherry Minnec
Glen Ellyn, IL USA - Saturday, September 1, 2007 3:56 AM CDT
YAY! Enjoy the weekend! It is amazing how quickly that ANC jumped after it figured out which way was up. Hopefully this is the beginning of a plan to end the waiting!
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
TX - Friday, August 31, 2007 10:32 PM CDT
Home again, home again, jiggety jig!
That is what we say every time we pull into our driveway. I can't imagine anyone more deserving of that little chant than you and Ashley!
Have a wonderful weekend at HOME.
Take care,
Betsy Hammond
Betsy Hammond
Leroy , Ohio - Friday, August 31, 2007 10:23 PM CDT
Just checking in on Ashley and it sounds like you all are enjoying some good family time at home. Hang in there and know you are always in our thoughts and prayers
Vicki C/ALL KIDS mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Friday, August 31, 2007 9:16 PM CDT
Yeah for the entire family that you are home for a nice long weekend!! Enjoy playing, eating on a table (not a tray), and justing being together!! Lots of love-Suanne, David, Zachary and Timothy
Suanne Prestby
- Friday, August 31, 2007 8:21 PM CDT
Wonderful that you are all home together for the holiday weekend! Enjoy!
Ashley, I hope your counts keep on goin' up and that you continue on your journey to beat leukemia once and for all!
www.caringbridge.org/visit/mateofranco
Sandi Franco <franco5@pacbell.net>
Newhall, CA - Friday, August 31, 2007 8:12 PM CDT
It is so great to hear that Ashley's white count continues to inch its way up!! Also great news that you may get released. Will be praying Ashley continues to do well and you and Mark can enjoy that Chinese food and a movie in your own house and get a nice relaxing night's sleep in your own bed!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Thursday, August 30, 2007 7:03 PM CDT
Praying for you/
David Melton/angel_wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, August 30, 2007 11:30 AM CDT
Hugs to the entire Debes family! And we're sending positive thoughts, prayers and whatever else is needed to hopefully get Ashley sprung from the hospital for Labor Day weekend!!! That would be such a treat for the entire family...not to mention a great break to be out of there and just "home" -- what a wonderful word.
Good luck and God bless!
Tammy
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, August 30, 2007 7:58 AM CDT
{{{Robin}}}
Amen to all that Rita said about you! I pray that Ashley comes home tomorrow and you can all sleep together under one roof....I know that feeling, and we weren't inpatient as long as Ashley and you have been....it's something most take for granted, but just to have the family together and doing simple things like take-out and a movie is HUGE. Enjoy! :o)
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, August 29, 2007 10:37 PM CDT
What a way with words Rita! You are right on the money. We've said it before - the kids got there strength and lots of other gifs from their parents. Mark and Robin you are awesome and we pray for you all. Certainly God continues to hold you all in the palm of his hand.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2007 9:22 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, I'll pray for you to be released Friday, continuous improvement and a transplant date! Going home will be a well deserved "breath of fresh air" for you and your Mom! Stay strong and be careful.
Bill (Cora's Dad)
Bill <bill.schmidt@steckermachine.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2007 9:12 PM CDT
I am so sorry another stumbling block has been thrown in the road to Ashley's transplant. I don't post every day, but I do check on Ashley often (I found her site soon after her 1st relapse) and pray for her all the time.
It goes without saying that I think Ashley is a very brave, very tough fighter. I just wanted to let you know I also think you are a wonderul mother, quite likely The Best Mother. You have been by your daughter's side for months in the hospital. As horrible as this is for sweet Ashley, you must be SO exhausted and drained and yet you are always trying so hard to bring joy and a sense of normalcy in days that have ranged from boring to sad, to painful and scary. You have 3 other children who you are also doing your very best to be there for. You never complain, I never read of you getting anytime for yourself or having any of the minor indulgences other mothers take for granted. You are your little girl's biggest cheerleader and supporter and she is SO lucky to have you for a mother. Yes, most mothers would step up to the plate if they had to. But you are definately one of the most devoted, selfless mother I "know" of, and I am also a mother of 4 kids, so I know alot of mothers, lol. I wish there were something wonderful that could be done just for you. What I can offer right now are prayers your sweet daughter is CURED soon, that her treatment can take place and that this time next year, Ashley's summer is spent having all the fun and girl her age deserves.
(((hugs)))) to you Robin and just remember how many people think as I that you are the BEST mom.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2007 5:08 PM CDT
7 plus years of treatments here and I have never heard of that word either. Let me know what it means...!
Glad to hear her counts are rising, what a big sigh of relief!
Keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers...
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Wednesday, August 29, 2007 10:05 AM CDT
We're glad you got a chance to get up and move around yesterday Ashley. Don't overdo. What magazines do you like? Praying for you...
Erica, Gary, Rachel, adam and Mathew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, August 29, 2007 5:12 AM CDT
Hi Debes Family,
We miss you here at Woodland. I wish Ryan (he will do so great!), Kelsey, and Jennifer good luck at their new schools. And best wishes for Ashley and a speedy and successful recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Jennifer Basler <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, August 28, 2007 3:55 PM CDT
No leukemia cells! Good news. We'll be praying that your preconditioning goes smoothly. Keep on kicking butt Ashley!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2007 5:41 AM CDT
Praying here in Virginia for a new conditioning plan for Ashley!
With lots of love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, August 27, 2007 8:21 PM CDT
Praying here in Virginia for a new conditioning plan for Ashley!
With lots of love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, August 27, 2007 8:21 PM CDT
Hey Ashley this is Alexis I hope you get better and fell better soon
Alexis <alexislane@new.rr.com>
appleton, wi - Monday, August 27, 2007 3:16 PM CDT
Finally some better news!!! My child had ALL and I didn't know they actually did bone marrow biopsies by taking a piece of the bone. Sounds painful! Hopefully they can get a good sample (clean of course no blasts) with the BMA. Since Ashley is older do they still put her to sleep to do that? I hope so. I would ask to be put to sleep if I had to have one and I am an adult! So brave not! The children with this dreaded disease have me beat by a mile and a half!
Good luck -- no blasts, monocytes up netrophils up and on to transplant!!!
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen Steffes <k.steffes@yahoo.com>
Mayfield Hts, OH 44124 - Monday, August 27, 2007 9:13 AM CDT
praying for you...
dani and quinn aNGEL_wINGS <DANICOLE10@YAHOO.COM>
- Monday, August 27, 2007 8:04 AM CDT
Great counts, a great day outside and great burgers to come too! Thank heavens for good progress! Keep up the good work! Enjoy your day pass!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam anad Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, August 27, 2007 6:00 AM CDT
Yahoo for more good news! Let's all hope it keeps on coming :)
XXOO from CA, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, August 26, 2007 10:52 PM CDT
Hi guys!
Glad to hear that you had such a nice weekend! It was beautiful wasn't it? I have to go to Children's tomorrow night. I'll stop by to see if you are around. I assume since Ashley will have a procedure you'll probably be there. How is Ryan? Still doing great? Kelly amazes me every day! Yesterday we were at a roiad rally for kids with Down syndrome and she jumped all by herself for the first time in a bouncy house. She has never been able to stand in one before!
Do the kids like the neeighborhood? Oconomowoc is a beautiful place! I had my first meal at home in awhile tonight too...ahhh!
God Bless and I'll let Regan know that Ashley liked her package!
Robbin and the gang! www.caringbridge.org/in/kellbell
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Sunday, August 26, 2007 8:58 PM CDT
Dear Ashley, Ryan and family, here is my prayer for you.
Isaiah 41:13 ...Do not fear I will help you
and....44:8 ...Do not tremble, Do not be afraid.
Praying little prayers for you all the day long
just for you
Hoping all is well and hoping in you.
Marnie from Angel_Wings
Marnie
- Sunday, August 26, 2007 8:19 PM CDT
Woohoo! Let's keep those whites going up-up-up! Transplant here you come!
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, August 26, 2007 10:54 AM CDT
Way to go Ashley! Hope you are enjoying all the passes out! I know you moved in near me-I can't remember which street, but hopefully we'll see you all soon!
Robbin and Kelly!
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI - Sunday, August 26, 2007 0:34 AM CDT
Hi Ashley! You've never met us, but we are on your side and praying every day!! We are your cousins in Florida. Your dad and I had some good times that would make the parents scream!!!! Love you----- Linda and Family
Linda Deweese <S1TANK@aol.com>
Port St Lucie, FL USA - Sunday, August 26, 2007 0:13 AM CDT
Hey you guys,Mimi here from Angel_Wings , I have adopted you!!I will be sending you an email to introduce myself..
Lots of Texas size hugs!!
Mimi (Angel_Wings) <myriamtx@gmail.com>
fort worth, tx - Saturday, August 25, 2007 8:47 PM CDT
WooooHoooo an ANC of 120 -- Way to go Ashley!! Keep telling those good cells grow!
Taylor is thrilled that you and the whole family get to enjoy a block party today...and outside to boot! You couldn't ask for a more beautiful day to be outdoors. We hope you, your Mom, Dad, Jennifer, Kelsey and Ryan have an outstanding time getting to know your new neighbors. (although we secretly wish Ashley was all better and the Debes were OUR new neighbors so Ashley could be Taylor's 5th grade best bud, etc -- but everything in it's own time.)
Hugs and continued prayers from the Jeskes in Appleton.
Tammy
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Saturday, August 25, 2007 4:53 PM CDT
Whoo Hoo, 120 is a great start! Enjoy the block party, yay a party that the whole family can enjoy! Let the happy tears begin. We are praying for strength and peace during this time.
Wendy Kilburn - ALL-Kids
TX - Saturday, August 25, 2007 4:16 PM CDT
How exciting. Way to go Ashley! I knew those wbc were there. Keep it up! Take care and God bless.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, August 25, 2007 9:48 AM CDT
glitter-graphics.com
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@frontiernet.net>
IL - Saturday, August 25, 2007 7:11 AM CDT
Great news!!!!! I will keep you in my prayers.
Jennifer Iljazi Angel_Wings <jzee1664@optonline.net>
- Saturday, August 25, 2007 1:39 AM CDT
Great news...we will continue to pray for you all, enjoy that free pass!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2007 9:49 PM CDT
Awesome! Way to go Ashley! Thank you God!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, August 24, 2007 9:46 PM CDT
I am THRILLED at the good news!
Go get 'em Ashley!!!!!!!!!
Take care,
Betsy Hammond
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond
Leroy Twp, Ohio - Friday, August 24, 2007 9:45 PM CDT
Yahoo for good news!!
I hope you had a great time out on pass.
Sending XXX and OOO's from CA,
Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2007 9:21 PM CDT
Praise God! More prayers going up for the momentum to continue!
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, August 24, 2007 4:39 PM CDT
YAY, Way to go Ashley! Keep making those cells! We will pray that all of the scans and tests go well for you on Monday! Have a great weekend full of relief and happiness.
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
Tx USA - Friday, August 24, 2007 4:32 PM CDT
Sending up special prayers for you today and every day..
"Our Promise To You"
We may not hit your site each day
and days can turn to weeks...
But know that you are in our hearts
and of you to God we speak.
For you, Dear ones are on our list
of prayers we say each day
For strength to fill your weary heart
for grace to fill your day.
for light to fill your darkest hour
for peace throughout the night
Please know that we are standing by
through each step of your fight.
And should you need a special prayer
please come to us our friend
for Angel Wings will pray with love
and love will never end..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Friday, August 24, 2007 1:56 PM CDT
Yeah Yeah Yeah! I just LOVE good news! Enjoy your day today! Keep growing those healthy cells Ashley!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
All-kids
Nancy Kids <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Friday, August 24, 2007 1:06 PM CDT
Sweet! Ashley, you just made my weekend! Tell those cells to start multiplyin'! Reminds me of Grease - "I've got cells, their multiplyin'"
Ethan - Megan's Dad <ethan_avery@qsm.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2007 1:03 PM CDT
Woohoo! Go WBC's Go!
Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery <eandchris@comcast.net>
Rockville, MD - Friday, August 24, 2007 12:24 AM CDT
Praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelotn321@yahoo.com>
- Friday, August 24, 2007 11:59 AM CDT
Cheering for you.
marie <mg279@cornell.edu>
ithaca, ny - Thursday, August 23, 2007 10:26 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I bet it is good to get away from the Big House for a while! Hope you can go home soon.
Cody's Wheels Of Hope (www.cwoh.org)
Cindy Filson <info@cwoh.org>
Erie, PA USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:27 PM CDT
Go Ashley WBC's Go! We (our family & friends) are all praying for you and your family!!! Zachary will be readmitted on Friday on your floor again to start the Bone Marrow Transplant, we and he are all nervous, but are all very hopeful!! Maybe, your rooms will be next to each other. I would like to say, "let's have a pizza party", but Zachary is like you right now and would just look at the pizza and not eat it!! We might have to introduce him to your Boost drinks-What's in those things-Ha Ha!! Keep strong Ashley, and we want to see what you added to your IV pumps for decoration, it was pretty wild the last time we saw you! See you Friday.
Love,
The Prestby's
Dr. David Prestby <dprestby@menominee.edu>
Keshena, WI USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2007 12:43 AM CDT
Praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:58 AM CDT
Way to go Ashley on your WBC...and getting some food down!
We're praying your WBC is at the least the same...but were sending extra prayers that it's even HIGHER today and tomorrow, and the day after!! Grow white blood cells grow!!
Hugs from us here in Appleton
The Jeske's
Tammy <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:49 AM CDT
How selfish of me to say this, but as another a.l.l. mom I hate reading about the kids who relapse. Could be any one of us, and it should be none of us. Ashley I am so glad to hear you are able to eat better now, and will be praying for you!
Chris & Gooch <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:32 AM CDT
Ashley, you're such a trooper! Good job on working on your meals. I know that when you're not 100% you don't want to eat much, but you're smart to know that you're body needs the fuel to keep up the fight. You and your entire family are an awesome example. Keep it up! Jennifer, freshman roundup?! Wow, just yesterday you were the little girl with big beautiful eyes! I know you're still beautiful but it's funny how these kids around me keep getting big! ;)
Love to all...
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Mathew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2007 4:55 AM CDT
Dear Ashley, Congrats on good eating! May the Lord richly bless you with wellness!
Marnie/Angel_wings
Marnie
- Wednesday, August 22, 2007 1:09 AM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley,
Just wanted to let you know we are praying for you. We are new to this world (diagnosed 7/19/07). We have been keeping up with your story through the leukemia forum. Hope you are out of the hospital for good soon!!
Lisa mom to Kambryn https://www.caringbridge.org/cb/inputSiteName.do?method=search&siteName=kambryn
Lisa Lowrey <LTLowrey2001@yahoo.com>
Lebanon, TN USA - Wednesday, August 22, 2007 0:32 AM CDT
Hi Robin!
We stopped by today but no one was home! Did Ashley get her webkins? I hope so! My daughter Regan made the clay medals and picked out all the webkins.
I will be back on Friday. Let me know if you need anything. I can help take the kids for school supplies! Would be glad to.
Hope to see you soon
God bless,
robbin and Kellbell and the Lyons gang!
www.caringbridge.org/in/kellbell
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI 53072 - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 9:54 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! Glad to hear you are doing well :)
Sending prayers from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2007 7:54 PM CDT
Hi Ash,
I just Tried to call you but there was no answer I just wanted to see how you where doing today
Call Me,
Tay~Tay
Taylor Jeske <tkjeske@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 6:04 PM CDT
To all of the Debes family--thinking of you daily and praying things continue to get better. Ashley, I hope you are finding fun things to do. God bless all of you.
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 2:39 PM CDT
Just a note to let you know I'm thinking about you and praying for you. May the Lord continue to bless you with exactly those things He sees you stand in need of. You are a beautiful Child of God and He loves you very much.
Praying for you today and every day.
Sending you oodles of Angel Hugs, Praises and Prayers.
"The Lord is my shepherd. . . ."
Polly from http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/Angel_Wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
- Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:59 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I'm glad today was a better day for you! It sounds like your Mom is busy with all that fun school stuff! I hope tomorrow is even better for you guys!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
caringbridge.org/in/matthewk
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, August 20, 2007 11:50 PM CDT
Robin, having just come out of transplant I don't envy your position but can only say that you are one amazing and remarkable mom. To go through chemo with not just one kid but two and now for a second time...well that takes a very special and strong mom! Please know our good thoughts and prayers are with you and Ashley and your family. I hope that she gets her chance for cure super soon!
Deb, Tate's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/tatebalcarek
Deb Balcarek <tatesmommy@msn.com>
South Easton, MA - Monday, August 20, 2007 9:28 PM CDT
Ashley & Ryan,
I've been reading so much about you. You two are very special and inspirational young people. My daughter, Liza, was recently diagnosed with ALL July 9, 2007. Looks like we are at the beginning of a long journey, but with role models like you we will fight, fight, fight. Our prayers are with you!
Liz Guanch <lckg@bellsouth.net>
Miami, FL USA - Monday, August 20, 2007 8:08 PM CDT
glad to hear your out of ICU i know that just makes things easier and quieter too I bet:)
thinking of you often and watching for updates.
Take care and God bless.
Terri ( St. Vincents) <tmbhse@aol.com>
- Monday, August 20, 2007 9:37 AM CDT
Hope today's a good one Ashley. Rest and healing. Hey, how has the Wii bowling championship been going lately?
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, August 20, 2007 4:55 AM CDT
Hoping and praying that things will return to "normal" for Ashley SOON!!!! Hang in there Robin!!! Prayers from Canada.
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
Naomi Fehr
- Sunday, August 19, 2007 8:32 PM CDT
Go Ashley!! Robin, great to hear that Ashley is out of the ICU. Prayers that everything will proceed smoothly and that the transplant can take place accordingly. You guys will get there, one day at a time.
Warmest regards,
Ann <annlatimer@optusnet.com.au>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Sunday, August 19, 2007 6:14 PM CDT
Go Ashley! You are one awesome girl. I hope you are having a good day and not getting too bored. Sending you lots of hugs!!!
Stephanie Dzur (cherry's mom) <sdzur@yahoo.com - All-kids>
- Sunday, August 19, 2007 3:18 PM CDT
I am praying for the entire family every day. May God's hand always guide the doctors in their decisions and may His hand also bring healing to everyone.
Priscilla/Angel_Wings
- Sunday, August 19, 2007 11:11 AM CDT
Glad to hear you're settled back in and things are okay! Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, August 19, 2007 8:36 AM CDT
Thank God! We just arrived home after a week away in Florida visiting relatives...I was able to check Ashley's site while there, but couldn't load the guestbook - argh! What great news that she is back in her regular room!
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, August 18, 2007 8:52 PM CDT
Hooray!! I hope you are settling in and are feeling much much better!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@comcast.net>
- Saturday, August 18, 2007 7:48 PM CDT
We know another "heart" thing the tests didn't state - her heart is a big one and the heart of a fighter. Go Ashley go - we know you are a remarkable young lady and you'll come out the victor. Sending love your way!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, August 18, 2007 2:37 PM CDT
Poor Ashley..hopefully you are out of that ICU very soon. I so hope things start falling into place for you guys!!!Thinking of you. Erin (www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi US - Saturday, August 18, 2007 9:22 AM CDT
Hopefully those meds work soon, so that Ashley can get out of there and back to the task at hand. We are praying for strength and comfort for all of y'all as you ride the roller coaster that is treatment. Hugs from Texas!
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
Tx - Friday, August 17, 2007 10:22 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
Hope you get out of that hospital soon. You have more important things to do!! Hope you are doing better soon.
Cody's Wheels Of Hope (www.cwoh.org)
Cindy Filson <info@cwoh.org>
Erie, PA USA - Friday, August 17, 2007 8:53 PM CDT
Oh the trials your family is facing. Praying for strength to endure and praying for Ashley's blood pressure to return to normal.
Come on, Ashley, keep fighting!!!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Friday, August 17, 2007 8:50 PM CDT
hey Ash...Keep kickin' butt, sweetheart! The Bisazzas
Tracey <bisazza@optonline.net>
Manasquan, NJ 08736 - Friday, August 17, 2007 6:35 PM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley,
Jaclyn had the same thing happen to her when she was going through treatment. They also put her on dolpamine(sp) as well. It took a little bit to get her blood pressure back to normal, but it did work. Be patient, this too shall pass. Always thinking and praying for you.
Michelle Petrow
www.caringbridge.org/nj/jaclynpetrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Friday, August 17, 2007 6:08 PM CDT
I hope the meds due what they need to do and you are out of the ICU really soon - tonight!
Take care, thanks for the update, we've been checking everyday. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Friday, August 17, 2007 5:06 PM CDT
Well, the ICU is certainly not what we were hoping for. Taylor is so greatful for the update -- she was starting to pace the floor worrying about her best bud!!
I'm sure they're taking good care of Ashley in the ICU. The fact that she's feeling good and is "chompin' at the bit" to get the heck out of there has got to be a good sign!! Hopefully she'll be back in her room in the HOT unit and back on the road to transplant very, VERY soon!
Hugs and prayers from the Jeske's in Appleon!
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom)
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Friday, August 17, 2007 4:02 PM CDT
Hope you are up and out of icu asap! Prayers from our family to yours. ;)
Bill (Cora's Dad)
Bill Schmidt
Manty, - Friday, August 17, 2007 3:44 PM CDT
We're praying here that no news is good news down there. Taylor has tried to call Ashley all week and hasn't had any luck. Hopefully that means she's up and walking the hallways trying to kick that stupid lung infection's butt!!
Many hugs and prayers coming your way from the Jeske's in Appleton.
Tammy
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Friday, August 17, 2007 3:02 PM CDT
Praying for you.
david Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Friday, August 17, 2007 1:49 PM CDT
I know it's not quiet on you end folks! Moving, back to school errands and registration, hospital passes and more. Hoping that all is well in your world. Praying for you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, August 17, 2007 2:05 AM CDT
Ashley,
Hooray for no more Boost! Prayers for an easier dressing change next time! Man those can really stink! Sounds like you and your mom are doing a good job of keeping each other entertained. Your friends in Texas are thinking of you sweetie,
Beth (Will's mom from ALL list)
Austin, TX - Thursday, August 16, 2007 10:12 PM CDT
hope no news is "ok" news or lack of internet access
take care, viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Thursday, August 16, 2007 8:00 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, You don't know me but I am inspired by your story. My Dave has AML and just got out of the hospital after 7 weeks. He has gone through the infections, fevers, Boost just like you and he's 48 years old. He has been so strong and positive through it all, I can't imagine being your age and going through this. God, and the angels are right there with you sweetheart remember that. I have shared your story with Dave and we are praying for you and we will follow you through your transplant. You are an inspiration to Dave, thanks for being you and hang in there you will get through anything!!
Dave is waiting on a transplant too, I know he's not a child but the two of you share alot of the same things. Keep in touch. www.caringbridge.org/visit/davidzak
Mariann <nachomama80@comcast.net>
Waukegan, IL USA - Thursday, August 16, 2007 5:39 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, sorry to hear about the infection - keep fighting it! I too get fungal infections (of my sinuses) about once a year and I hate them. They're so much more uncomfortable and painful than the bacterial ones. Hope you'll get rid of yours soon. Can you drink Cranberry Juice? Not proven to do anything, but it always makes me feel better. Anyway, I wanted to let you know that I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you. Hope you'll get better soon and get to enjoy the last bit of the summer outside of the hospital! marie
marie <mg279@cornell.edu>
Ithaca, NY - Thursday, August 16, 2007 4:08 PM CDT
Good Morning Ashley
I was sitting at my computer which is by the window and I was sending an email to your Mom and Dad and I happened to glance out the window and I saw Chippy Chip sitting on the bird bath dunking his head in and shaking it off with water flying all over. I didn't think I would ever see a chipmunk taking a bath!!! He said to say hi and he loves his new house sign. Prayers are coming your way for a good day!
Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Thursday, August 16, 2007 8:50 AM CDT
We're praying for a quick, easy resolution to the infection. Love you all lots!
Erica, Gary, Rachel , adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, August 16, 2007 6:09 AM CDT
Ashley --
That darn fungus must like your lungs. I know you're a really great kid and so many people love you...but hey that's one thing you do NOT want to like you so much!! Taylor was happy to hear that you don't have to drink the Boost anymore. She knows how you've complained about it. She really wanted to talk to you today and called several times but you either didn't answer or were sleeping. I'll have her try again tomorrow afternoon after flute practice. Taylor hasn't been feeling the best the past few days. Her Crohn's is acting up with some new meds she's on. It actually seems to be making things worse than better. She's making a scrapbook about her disease. In fact, there's a picture of YOU in it! You'll have to ask her about that :)
We are praying that the new meds you're on will help clear up that darned lung infection so you can finally make your way to transplant. We think of you and your family daily...and Twinkie "buzzes" for you often.
Hugs and prayers from us here in Appleton.
Tammy J.
Tammy Jeske (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, August 15, 2007 9:22 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
We are just stopping by to check in on you. You constantly remind me how to keep a positive attitude. :) Glad you are finally off the boost. Those are yucky.
We hope you are fever free today and enjoying your day.
Sending prayers to you!
Tiffany - mom toJackson and Faith <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Wednesday, August 15, 2007 4:36 PM CDT
No more Boost! Celebrate the small victories, right?!I hope that things clear up quickly and you're comfortable. Praying for you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2007 6:07 AM CDT
Rooting for you from CA!
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, August 14, 2007 10:49 PM CDT
Hello Ashley and family,
I am so sad to hear that you have another infection; I am glad that you got a pass to go to your new house for a little while, it sounds like Ryan is having a great time staying with you and playing his games. I'm sure Jennifer and Kelsey will like the new school once they start and find some new friends, I remember crying the whole week before I started eighth grade because all of my friends were staying at the same school and my family moved, it turned out fine but I hated the thought of starting a new school. I am praying extra hard for you Ash and I hope you feel better soon...I love and miss you bunches
Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI 54303 - Tuesday, August 14, 2007 9:06 PM CDT
Ugh....well this is not in the game plan Ms. Ashley! But like you said, at least that nasty Boost is out of the way for now.
Are you keeping busy in your room? What kind of things do you like to do? We did a lot of puzzles and crafts when we were inpatient.
Well, I'm going to say bye for now!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, August 13, 2007 10:20 PM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to give you some cyber hugs.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Monday, August 13, 2007 6:59 PM CDT
Praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Monday, August 13, 2007 3:08 PM CDT
Hello Ashley, I was happy to read that you had a break and could go home for a few hours. Also glad you were able to eat. Stay strong, feel better, Love Kristen (Kalilah's Grandma POKWL)
Kristen <kengvaldsen@hotmail.com>
- Monday, August 13, 2007 1:06 PM CDT
Good Morning, Ashley.
Praising the Lord for a beautiful day and another 24 hours. Praising you for being such a strong and determined warrior princess. Keep up the good work and the good fight.
Praying for you today and always. Sending you angel hugs, praises and prayers.
"The Lord is my light and my salvation. . . ."
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Angel_Wings
Polly/Angel_Wings
Rolette, ND USA - Monday, August 13, 2007 11:34 AM CDT
You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan
www.caringbridge.org/co/nathanmichael
Susan Gentry <sogren@rocketmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Monday, August 13, 2007 7:26 AM CDT
It is amazing what time away from the hospital can do, and hopefully she will continue to get time away. Maybe this will be just what she needs to get her counts up. Those little cotton candy machines are cute, and sugar tastes so good in strands LOL. We are praying for good results on her fungal infection and a good week for all!
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
TX - Sunday, August 12, 2007 9:41 PM CDT
Hello Debes family! Glad to hear Ashley was able to get out of the hospital for at least a little bit. Also glad to hear you have rented a house, somewhere to get somewhat settled for now.
Continuing to pray for those counts to jump up so that the bone marrow transplant can be completed and your family can start to move on.
May God's grace and mercy fall on your family every day!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Sunday, August 12, 2007 7:32 PM CDT
Ashley,
I am praying for you and sending you (((Angel Hugs))) and butterfly kisses.
Priscilla, Angel Wings
Chattanooga, TN - Sunday, August 12, 2007 3:11 PM CDT
Hey Ashley. I didn't know you had the same birthday as me. That's neat. I am saying lots of prayers for you, sweetheart. I hope your mom is able to figure out how to create the Itunes account so that you can have your music. Take care and i'll be back again soon.
Jennifer, a Texas prayer bear <texasprayerbear@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Sunday, August 12, 2007 10:48 AM CDT
Robin, Mark,
My Daughter Libby and I returned from Shawano this afternoon. Your Family is in our prayers.
Ron, Shawn, Libby & Lena White
Ron White <ronaldnwhite@charter.net>
Rockton, IL USA - Friday, August 10, 2007 11:53 PM CDT
how great that you got to have a short break from the hospital Ashley. Sorry you aren't feeling all that great. Robin, I hope the unpacking at the new place goes well. You guys are pretty amazing! Just know a lot of people are thinking of you and keeping you in their prayers. I hope those nurses on the HOT unit are treating you well. They are all pretty cool.
Jan ALL Kids Relapse list (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin <jan866@aol.com >
Glendale, WI - Friday, August 10, 2007 10:33 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I'm glad you got "sprung" for even a little bit. Did you like your new house?
I hope your fever goes away, the pain goes away even faster and that tomorrow is a better day!
Hang in there kiddo!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Friday, August 10, 2007 9:40 PM CDT
Seems the Lyons family is all better-so I'll stop by this week with Ashley's gifts. They are starting to mount up! e-mail me if there is anything I can bring you. Hugs! We are thinking of your whole family all the time and saying lots of prayers.
God Bless
Robbin
robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Friday, August 10, 2007 5:28 PM CDT
Praying for you. Keep kicking cancer's butt!!!
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Friday, August 10, 2007 11:47 AM CDT
Hello Ashley and family-- I "met" your mom on ALL-kids when my son Griffin was DX in 11/04...and have followed you and Ryan throughout your treatments. Griffin just went OT on June 1, 2007 and has been keeping us all busy doing lots of "normal" 6-year old boy stuff. I haven't been on your page since early April, before your relapse and was SO sad when I read that this stinkin' cancer had returned. You are such a brave and strong little girl and me and my family are all sending lots of prayers and love your way that you finally get a break and are able to receive your transplant...stay strong! God Bless you all!! Love, The Della Penna family www.caringbridge.org/ny/griffin
Ellen Della Penna <emdellapenna@rochester.rr.com>
Batavia,, NY USA - Friday, August 10, 2007 11:22 AM CDT
Hi Debes Family,
Remember me from American Marina? I have been checking up on Ashley and Ryan from time to time and for the past month almost everyday. Great to see Ryan is in remission, and Ashley my fingers are crossed that you will soon be in remission also. My daughter Marissa asks about Ashley all the time. I did get updated from time to time from either Corrine or Joanie from the Marina on the status of the kids but I love this caring bridge, with the daily updates. I recently had another co-worker with a 16yr old son diagnosed with ALL. I have since then given her the caring bridge website with Ashley's name so she can read up on things since it is the same type Leukemia.
I was very surprised and so happy to hear that Robin Williams had phoned Ashley, I had passed that along to my co-worker and her son thought that was really cool too. Hope things are going well for Jennifer, Kelsey, and Ryan. School will be starting before we know it and your BIG rat race will begin for all of you. Hope all is well with you, Robin and Mark (tell Deebs I said "hi") and I will continue to check up on Ashley and will try to sign the guestbook from time to time. You guys are ALWAYS in my thoughts and prayers. Take Care! Kris/Stina, Ryan & Marissa
Kris Vollmer AKA <kvullmer@peoplepc.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Friday, August 10, 2007 10:07 AM CDT
Keep smiling. great that line is out and PICC line in. My daughter Katie finished relapsed protocol 5 months ago. still having problems and hickman line still in, but we are grateful for everyday. Hope you manage to start TBI soon, but I guess that will have to wait for new line and infections to clear. Katie lived reflexology treatments during chemo, I am convinced it helped although I don't know how. Docs are all for it. could be worth a go. She slept really well too after treatment.
Helen Standing <andrew.standing1@btinternet.com>
Worthing, England - Friday, August 10, 2007 5:28 AM CDT
Phew! Glad that line is out and hopefully the germs went with it!
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, August 9, 2007 10:06 PM CDT
What a perspective she has on things. I have to admit that I had to laugh at her response to the news of the PICC line. Only one of our kiddos would be able to see the positive in something being placed in their body. I check on Ashley everyday, and my family prays for all of you guys every day. She jumps over every hurdle with grace, and will continue to do so all the way to her cure!
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
Tx USA - Thursday, August 9, 2007 4:26 PM CDT
Just stopped by to say hello! I check on you everyday but don't sign in often. You are THE strongest family ever! I am continualy amazed at how you all handle each and every obstacle that is thrown your way. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! Hugs to you all.
Steph - all kids- www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <jochim1@westriv.com>
Flasher, ND - Thursday, August 9, 2007 4:25 PM CDT
Ashley,
You're such a trooper about the PICC line. I know how much you hate the the NG tube - so does Kevin! I guess that kinda puts it into perspective once you've had one of those nasty things, huh? I hope the procedure goes as smoothly as possible today, and that you can continue to drink the Boost. Begone nasty bugs!
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, August 9, 2007 2:15 PM CDT
Hi Ashely,
I know my wife signed in also today, but I wanted you to know what an inspiration you are to us. I check your site every day (literally)to see how you're doing. Sometimes I even close my office door at work so I won't be interrupted! Shhh....they think I'm working :-) I'm sending you good mojo all the time!
Stay strong!
Ethan
Megan's Dad
Ethan Avery <ethan_avery@qsm.com>
- Thursday, August 9, 2007 9:09 AM CDT
Thinking about you here in Rockville, MD. Way to go keeping down the Boost! I'm hoping and praying you are able to move on soon and get to transplant.
Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery <eandchris@comcast.net>
Rockville, MD - Thursday, August 9, 2007 5:47 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin,
Robin I was driving home tonight frustated and tired of cancer. Tired of the battles, the side effects of chemo, etc. etc. And then I thought of you. I can only imagine the courage and strength it must take to be fighting the battles Ashley is so bravely facing! It made me feel pretty humble just thinking of it.
I can only lift you all up in prayer and good thoughts, and please tell Ashley she is thought of tonight from Ohio!
Take care,
Betsy hammond ALL-kids
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 10:48 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Sounds like things are kinda rough right now. I'm so proud of you for drinking your Boost! I know it's hard honey but just keep trying so you can get all better from that pesky fungal infection.
We are cheering you on from Indiana where it is 99 degrees today. YIKES that is hot!!
Keep fighting!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
All-kids
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Wednesday, August 8, 2007 6:50 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Sorry to hear that nasty fungal infection is trying to give you a hard time again! Taylor and I were so sad to read that this morning. We hope you can get the Boost down with the meds to fight the fungus and that it doesn't make your pancreas mad. Lord knows you don't want your pancreas any more angry than it already is!
We'll keep praying for everything to work so you can get those transplant cells in your system!! Keep on fighting!!
Hugs and prayers coming your way from the Jeskes in Appleton.
Tammy Jeske (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 1:04 PM CDT
Hi Ashley - it's Rachel...it really sucks to hear that u r sick. praying a lot for u. we want u out of that hospital as soon as possible!!! miss u guys a lot and hopefully i'll get 2 talk 2 u guys soon!
love,
rachel
rachel debes <surftime@bellsouth.net>
gainesville, fl usa - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 6:07 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and family, I am from the LLS board. My grandson has ALL. I just wanted to say hello and that you are in my prayers.
Paula Maffo <paula115@charter.net>
Franklin, ga USA - Wednesday, August 8, 2007 4:15 AM CDT
Many prayers from Northern Wisconsin. I received an email to view your site, pray for you, and send a note - telling you just how many people are on your side from all over the world. Isn't caringbridge great? You show a lot of courage. Please keep your hope, faith and spirits high. Because of this site, and others, I promise I am going to become a bone marrow donor. With the support and prayers of people you don't even know, you can tackle anything!
Love,
Deb Lumberg and family
Poplar, Wisconsin (up by Lake Superior)
Deb Lumberg <dlumberg@centurytel.net>
Poplar, Wi - Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:45 PM CDT
{{{Ashley and Robin}}}
Ugh...talk about being between a rock and a hard place! LOL, maybe Ashley may look at the Boost in a different light now that she hasn't been able to eat?? Not funny, I know...she probably feels sick just thinking about drinking that stuff. I will pray that it doesn't cause any more stress to her pancreas, and that the fungus responds quickly to the drug. Much love,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, August 7, 2007 9:26 PM CDT
well, this isn't the news we were hoping for but may explain why her WBC isn't moving. Those cells are busy fighting a fungal infection.
I hope the Boost/med combo goes well and gets it back under control soon.
Thinking and praying for you Ashley!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Tuesday, August 7, 2007 8:25 PM CDT
UGGGH!! I am so sorry to hear the fungal infection is back
!! Glad to hear Ashley is feeling pretty well, considering. Robin, you are superwoman, I swear!! You guys hang in there!!! Erin(www.caingbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi US - Tuesday, August 7, 2007 7:42 PM CDT
Ashley, Zachary was happy to see you in the hall today during his walk. It's exciting that you both will be in fifth grade, and maybe you can cause trouble together at the "hospital school". Like your mom said-What would they do? Send you to your room? We're praying for you to give you strength and keep your positive attitude! Take care!
Suanne, David, Zachary, and Timothy
- Tuesday, August 7, 2007 7:01 PM CDT
I have followed Ashley and Ryan's progress for a long time and send my sincerest wishes for Ashley's improvement. She is such a lovely and sweet looking girl and my prayers are for a swift move toward transplant and a smooth recovery.
Jeanette Jones <jbjones9@aol.com>
Hillsboro Beach, Fl - Tuesday, August 7, 2007 6:38 PM CDT
Praying for you today and always. Sending up prayers that your temp will drop back to normal and your other organs will start getting better.
It’s Contagious
By: Helen Lowrie Marshall
Cheer is a contagious thing—
The tiniest of smiles
Is apt to spread it all around
For miles and miles an miles.
A single friendly handclasp
Has been know to evoke
A downright epidemic
In a whole roomful of folk.
Why, just a nod in passing
And a hearty, cheery “Hi!â€
Will make a smile break out
On even strangers passing by.
The spread of cheer through laughter
Is a proven thing and sure.
Affected hearts grow lighter—
And they’ve never found a cure.
Yes, cheer is most contagious,
But there never yet has been
A fatality recorded—
So go ahead and grin!
Polly/Angel_Wings
- Tuesday, August 7, 2007 1:32 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I'm so sorry to hear you had yet another bad night with tummy pain and fever. I sure hope you have a better night tonight. Well Chippy Chip did it this time!! He dug a hole in the foam insulation of our siding and built himself a little house!! Bob had to readjust that train of thought on Chippy's part. He had to shag him out of the siding and fill that in with more insulation. We think Chippy was a little bit upset but has promptly started digging a new hole by the tomato plants so I'm sure he forgot all about the siding already. Bob made a trail of cornflakes and birdseed back to the garage and now he remembers this is where his real home is.... in the garage and not under the siding!! Journey did pretty well with the boundaries today and now he stops by the curb again and stays. GOOD JOURNEY. Well Ash I hope you are feeling better today and give everyone a big hug from us. I'll be thinking of you and praying for better health to come your way soon, very soon!! Love and prayers,
Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green bay, WI 54303 - Tuesday, August 7, 2007 12:42 AM CDT
Praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, August 7, 2007 11:15 AM CDT
Praying for rest and recovery, smooth conditioning, and a remarkably successful transplant. Sending all our love your way.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, August 7, 2007 5:58 AM CDT
Praying for you!
The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The Lord is near to all who call on him. Psalm 145:8, 18
www.caringbridge.org/visit/johnshattuck
Elaine/Angel_Wings <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Monday, August 6, 2007 10:15 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family! We continue to pray for a timely recovery from all of this. That's so cool that you got to talk to Robin Williams! I do believe it was him. I have heard he is very "down to earth" and caring, not like some of the other artificial "stars" out there. Stay strong and remain confident that you WILL get thru this.
Bill S. (Cora's Dad)
Bill S <bill.schmidt@steckermachine.com>
Manty, WI - Monday, August 6, 2007 9:42 PM CDT
Checking in, and wanted to let you know that I think of you guys every day.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
- Monday, August 6, 2007 9:26 PM CDT
Just stopping by to let you know we are thinking of you!
Hope today was a good day.
Tiffany - mom to Jackson and Faith <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Monday, August 6, 2007 6:01 PM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley,
I hope that the test results from today are better - or at least as good as before. I'll check back later for an update. My prayers continue daily for Ashley.
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, August 6, 2007 2:42 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
You will never guess what Chippy Chip is up to now!! We had to fill in the huge hole he dug in the yard because it was killing our plants. We planted pumpkins in a big planter that sits off of the ground so the squirrels and bunnies wouldn't eat the little pumkins and Chippy Chip jumped up to the middle of the pumkin patch and planted an old nut he found in the yard!! Then he stold a tomato off of the vine and again left half for Journey to find. Journey did find it and of course was pretty happy. I can't beleive a Poodle likes tomato's!! Journey is grounded at this point because he ran into the street and almost got hit by a car!! He cannot go into the yard without his leash and collar on until he remembers his boundaries again. I think he is really not at fault and it is his owners that need to remember he is only a dog!! Well I read your latest update and I hope today finds you feeling better. Take care and give hugs to your family,
All my love and prayers are coming your way
Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Monday, August 6, 2007 1:13 PM CDT
Hope Ashley doesn't have tiphilitus (??). I have never heard of it but when your immune system is not working all sorts of nasty things with strange names can occur. I pray that God will give you strength and Ashley better health so that she can proceed to transplant. I felt like a rat trapped in cage when my son was in the hospital for a few days with ALL. I can't imagine being there day after day week after week.
My internet has been down so I have been able to read your posts but I noticed your comment about how hard it is to be summer and watch the other kids be well and playing while your daughter is sick. I felt that too because my son was diagnosed in June of 02 and I jealously watched the other children playing while mine could not.
I pray that as soon as possible Ashley will feel better and be able to begin to resume a normal life!!!!! Be the quickest and most effective recovery from transplant ever!!!! You figure with all the bad luck you've had you should have tons of good luck!
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen Steffes <k.steffes@yahoo.com>
Mayfield, OH 44124 - Monday, August 6, 2007 8:31 AM CDT
Hi Ashley, just checking in to say we are thinking of you!
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Monday, August 6, 2007 8:21 AM CDT
Praying for you...restful, pain free nights and healing...ready for transplant.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, August 6, 2007 5:43 AM CDT
Dear Ashley,
I read about you through the Mothers of Multiples email page. My triplets and I will be adding you to our nightly prayers! May God Bless you and your family!
Kane Family <kanem@elmbrookschools.org>
Elm Grove, WI - Sunday, August 5, 2007 10:23 PM CDT
Many prayers coming from Canada!!!!!!
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
Naomi Fehr <jnyf@mts.net>
- Sunday, August 5, 2007 9:29 AM CDT
Robin,
I'm praying that Ashley does NOT have typhilitis and that her other organs can heal soon. You must be sick with worry....but I know Ms. Ashley is one strong warrior and she will fight her way to transplant in her own time!
Stay strong, call me anytime you need to....I'm here to listen!
Love,
Nancy
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Sunday, August 5, 2007 8:15 AM CDT
No, no, no....praying it's not so...
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, August 4, 2007 10:07 PM CDT
Just checking on you. Glad to hear those donor cells are waiting for you. Sending you a big hug,
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D.F. Mexico - Saturday, August 4, 2007 6:58 PM CDT
glad to hear the improvements you are making Ashley!! Great news about the safe delivery of your new cells...now to give them their new home!!! still praying for you....Chris mom to Zayla www.caringbridge.org/visit/zayla
Chris Mitsdarffer <christymits@aol.com>
- Saturday, August 4, 2007 0:51 AM CDT
Wishing you well from your neighboring state - MN. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings. Lori Rice
www.caringbridge.org/visit/mitchellrice
Lori Rice <ericandloririce@charter.net>
alexandria, Minnesota USA - Friday, August 3, 2007 9:45 PM CDT
Thank heaven for quiet days. Prayers for comfort and good progress. And today a special prayer of thanks for your generous friend for your gift and for his healing and comfort on his loss. Ashley you and the entire family inspire others.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, August 3, 2007 5:53 AM CDT
Those quiet days are wonderful. Glad to read the temps are down. We hope the pain subsides. Prayers daily.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, August 2, 2007 5:14 PM CDT
Hello Ashley and Family! Ashley you are such a strong, admirable young woman - I am so proud of you! I think about you often and try to keep up to date with everything that is going on! Good luck with everything that is coming up!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!
Stacey Roberts <sroberts4@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, August 2, 2007 11:45 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and family, I was so happy to read that the temps have been good. Stay strong, feel better, Love Kristen (Kalilah's Grandma pokwl)
Kristen
- Thursday, August 2, 2007 9:24 AM CDT
Hi Ash,
I was so happy to see you in the hospitel.
When I saw you and got to hug you I felt so happy inside
and you know what?... I left the happyest girl in the world becuase I got to see you!
Your the best friend I could ever wish for Ashley!
LULAS,
Tay~Tay
Taylor Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, August 2, 2007 9:02 AM CDT
Just wanted to stop by and tell Ashley we're thinking of her!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@frontiernet.net>
IL - Thursday, August 2, 2007 8:37 AM CDT
Keep up the good work! No temps! You didn't tell us who the wii bowling champ is. My money is on Ashley! Praying for good cell growth and pain free days and nights. Love to all...
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, August 2, 2007 5:52 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I hope tomorrow is a fever free day! I'm doing to Grow Healthy Cells Grow chant!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
All-kids
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Wednesday, August 1, 2007 9:50 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Robin, Mark and family!
I am so happy to hear that the fevers are staying down. I'll keep praying that the pancreas issues resolve soon!!! You guys are constantly in our thoughts!!!
love and hugs,
The Ekberg Family
Bryan, Carine & Lindsay
www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay
Carine Ekberg <cae71@sbcglobal.net>
McHenry, IL - Wednesday, August 1, 2007 8:45 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin, I send you an email to the address on your home page. Not sure if you got it, but I just wanted to let you know how that I am thinking of you and that I am very happy to hear that you are feeling a little better!
marie
Ithaca, NY USA - Wednesday, August 1, 2007 5:40 PM CDT
Ashley,
Sending you wishes for more 'BORING' days. If you need a little excitement...how about growing a few WBC's? That would probably make your mom dance. Hmmm, any way you could video that for us ALL-kids moms? We would appreciate a happy jig or two! Have fun playing, resting, and enjoying family today. No more fevers!
Best wishes,
Alicia Hall - ALL-kids list, mom of Avalon
Alicia, Nick, Aurora, Ambrosia, Avalon, and Anam
Powell, OH - Wednesday, August 1, 2007 11:20 AM CDT
Yea no temp! Keep it up Ashley! Praying for continued strong recovery and comfort.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, August 1, 2007 5:19 AM CDT
Ashley - I heard about you on MilwaukeeMoms.com today and wanted to let you know that I'm thinking about you, and I know you can beat this! You've done it twice already, which amazes me - you must be one tough little cookie. :) Don't give up - you're meant to live a wonderful, amazing life and I have every faith that you will. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, and will check back to follow your progress.
By the way, reading about you and your brother has inspired me to start the process to become a bone marrow donor. I can only hope to help someone else continue their fight against cancer as another person has helped you.
Be well and LIVE STRONG!!
Amy G.
Wauwatosa, WI United States - Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:47 PM CDT
hey Ashley haven't checked your page in awhile..i am glad 2 see your fevers hav gone down some..and i hope you are feeling better...:) i hope everything goes well...;)
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
BJ, WI USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:09 PM CDT
Hello i am praying for u all ways
Dani&Quinn Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com OR funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, July 31, 2007 6:37 PM CDT
Hi Guys!
I still haven't come by because Kelly gave me her respiratory infection. I am the proud patient taking steroids, antibiotics and insulin-because the steroid makes my blood sugar too high! Lucky me-so needless to sayI can't go anywhere near 8 east! I forgot to ask who your doc was. Dr. Kasper followed Kelly during treatment too. Mostly we saw his nurse Practitioner, Deb Schmidt. I asked her to poke in and say hi-hope she remembered! Our nurse that took care of Kelly was Janette-she a BMtransplant nurse, so you may have met her. We LOVE her!
We are praying every day and Regan made some things for you guys in her pottery class! She tells everyone she meets to pray for Ashley.
God Bless!
Robbin
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, WI - Tuesday, July 31, 2007 7:56 AM CDT
Good Morning Debes Family, Annie, my mom and I think of all of you often. This morning we're having a mass said at St. Michael for the return of Ashley's WBC's. If there is anything we can do for you guys, you have our number. Take care, Cor
Correen Lewis <sundance02@frontiernet.net>
Keshena, WI - Tuesday, July 31, 2007 7:11 AM CDT
Let's hope for another "boring" day! Pain free and filled with fun games and peaceful rest. Wishing you all a happy day.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2007 6:13 AM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I was on vacation and am finally getting to check in on my caringbridge friends. I was happy to read that today was a better day for you...I hope tomorrow is an equally "boring" day.
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, July 31, 2007 0:15 AM CDT
Thinking of you today!
But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord's love is with those who fear him. Psalm 103:17
Elaine/Angel_Wings <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Monday, July 30, 2007 4:11 PM CDT
Hi Ashley & Family...
Got to love that Wii! I like the baseball along with the bowling! Just make sure you don't hit someone! My kids forget and end up swinging without enough room! oops!!!
Sorry I’ve been missing for awhile…moving is the pits. But I love my new home and feel blessed to be here! Prayers continue…
“Every day we are blessed with opportunities to unwrap God’s grace in our scary moments. Every day we witness miracles that we know no human could perform – miracles like being able to breath, walk, talk, move, see, think, taste and touch. Evidence of God’s presence and power is all around us in the universe – the sun, the stars, the birth of each new day.
When stormy weather rolls in around you, cry out to Jesus. No climatic change in your life is stressing or surprising to him. Listen to his still small voice as he whispers to you. ‘Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?’ When the gale is raging, you can be assured that he is standing by, speaking peace to your soul. Even the wind and the waves obey his will.” By Thelma Wells
Wishing you God’s loving embrace…
Angel Hugz!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Be An Angel…Touch a Heart!
Char
- Monday, July 30, 2007 12:37 AM CDT
I know that what you are going through must be extremely difficult on all of you. But in your journal entry I sensed a ray of hope and an optimism that will hold your family up. I hope the news continues to show improvements for Ashley.
Andrea--Ethan's mom
- Monday, July 30, 2007 10:37 AM CDT
Hi Robin and Mark,
I don't post often (my wife tends to beat me to it:-) Please know that Ashley and your entire family are in our thoughts constantly. Keep thinking about that grand family vacation because it will make it all the sweeter when it happens. I am running the Marine Corps Marathon through TNT. When the miles get tough I think of Megan, Ashley and others who have a much tougher struggle. We're hoping and praying for Ashley's levels and functions to rise and for the rest of your family. This will be quite a story to tell when she's better!
Ethan Avery <ethan_avery@qsm.com>
- Monday, July 30, 2007 10:28 AM CDT
Hello Debes Family. I have been checking in on your journal entries all summer long. I think of you all often and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ashley,I wish you the best with your transplant. You are such a courageous and brave fighter. You are amazing! Keep up the great work.
Ryan, I miss you lots and hope you are having fun this summer. I am sure you are making everyone smile each and every day:).
Miss Basler, Woodland Elementary <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI - Monday, July 30, 2007 9:01 AM CDT
So you're getting to be wii bowling experts, huh? Maybe that could be my "sport" - we'll have to see. I hope you're feeling more comfortable Ashley. Love to you all,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, July 30, 2007 5:57 AM CDT
Thinnking of Ashley Robin and your whole family everyday...wishing and hoping that the fevers can come down, the organs do okay, and some progress be made. I can totally understand how this is wearing on all of you - and just hope that Ashley can have some reasonably comfortable days with some progress. Prayers for continued strength.
Connie (daughter Sophie dx at 14 months with standard risk ALL, now 29 months in LTM).
Connie
Vancouver, BC Canada - Sunday, July 29, 2007 10:45 PM CDT
Praying for Ashley in Virginia (sorry I've been away for a few days and haven't been able to check in)...for the pancreatitis to resolve and all her organs to heal completely, for good cells to GROW (c'mon already!), for continued remission, and for transplant to go forward ASAP.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, July 29, 2007 7:34 PM CDT
Hi everyone,
Ashley is receiving prayers from Ohio as well, as is your whole family.
Thinking of you tonight!
Betsy Hammond ALL-kids
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond
Leroy, Ohio - Sunday, July 29, 2007 7:14 PM CDT
We will pray for the blood counts to go up. You've all been through so much. Stay strong and have faith that things will get better. There are so many, many people praying for all of you. Sending positive vibes your way...
love,
Bonnie & Paul Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Sunday, July 29, 2007 6:54 PM CDT
Ashley,
hope you will be feeling better soon and ready or transplant. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Sona
Plzen, Czech Republic - Sunday, July 29, 2007 1:58 PM CDT
I am praying for blood counts to go up, and for transplant date to be here ASAP. Stay strong Ashley and Mom & Dad and siblings. You are all an amazing family.
Jan ALL Kids Relapse list (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Sunday, July 29, 2007 10:35 AM CDT
Dear Ashley, Robin and family,
We can sooo relate to where you are at and how you feel. Seems like our kids are in a parallel disease warp. You are in our prayers for so many things- pain relief, get those pancrease numbers down, stay strong, get to transplant soon. Hoping today is better. Love to you and many, many prayers, Cathy Linehan, with Mickey - fighting the same battle. www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <Linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Sunday, July 29, 2007 9:44 AM CDT
Ashley and family,
I'm so sorry that there have been so many complications and that you can't be enjoying your summer together. I pray for you every day--for healing and strength to overcome these obstacles. I hope you will feel better soon and be on your way to transplant and a return to good health. Hang in there, sweetheart.
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Sunday, July 29, 2007 8:25 AM CDT
ashley, i am on my way to work this morning but wanted to see how you are...i hope you start feeling better soon sweetheart, and i pray for you every nite, i never miss a nite...God is watching out for you sweetie...
i am so excited that you got that package from robin williams...you are so lucky sweetheart, way to go girl!!!!!!!!!
please give your whole family a big hug for me... i think about you every day!!!!!!!
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Sunday, July 29, 2007 6:11 AM CDT
Grow white cells grow!!! Thinking of you guys here in Michigan!!! I know it is sooo tough to be stuck in the same place all the time. Keep hanging in there!! Also, a big yeah for Ryan's appointment!!! Erin (www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin Birchenough <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi US - Sunday, July 29, 2007 4:57 AM CDT
Praying for you.
David Melton <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, July 28, 2007 2:56 PM CDT
Hiya Debbs family, greatings from a very wet england, we've been hit by floods and had the wettest summer ever recorded. My area is ok (just damp and cold) how ever other areas have had lots of problems, I know its seriously but I can't help but think how cute it is when people take pictures of ducks and swans swimming down what used to be busy streets!!!
I can't believe you spoke to both robin williams and adam sandler. my favourite film of all time for years was Mrs Doubtfire, when it came out in this country it was a 12 and i wasn't old enough to see it, so mum dressed me up to trry and get me in, and from them on i was in love with it. I also like Adam's film "50 first dates" it makes me want to go to hawi so badly!
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, July 28, 2007 9:58 AM CDT
Dear Ashley and family,
I'm so sorry to hear that the bumps in the transplant road keep appearing. It is so hard, because of course, everyone wants you to be in the best possible physical shape going into transplant, but there is such an emotional toll. Your engine gets revved up for a certain date and then you have to shift gears down. We are starting to have to look at a contingency plan B for our son, Mickey, also. But, if things go as planned for you and for him, his rebirthday will be 8/14 and yours will be 8/15. I'll be thinking many positive thoughts for you and your family. You are in my prayers. Hugs - Cathy Linehan, mom to Mickey, almost 13 with relapsed AML www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <Linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Saturday, July 28, 2007 9:06 AM CDT
hi ashley,
i miss you sweetie and i hope you are feeling better!!!!!!
i am so glad ryan is doing so well!!!!!!!!!
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
grrenbay, wi usa - Friday, July 27, 2007 4:55 PM CDT
Ashley,We just stopped by to say hi and to let you know we are thinking of you.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Friday, July 27, 2007 12:49 AM CDT
I am still thinking of you guys all the time. My prayers are with you right now...keep fighting the fight. Your update today made me want to "tinkle" LOL!
I can only imagine the sound of the fluids pumping...
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Thursday, July 26, 2007 10:34 AM CDT
I hope today's a good day for everyone. We continue to hold you up in prayer and send our love your way. Hugs to all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, July 26, 2007 5:13 AM CDT
Hi all! I hope you're feeling better today Ashley. And a big congratulations to Ryan on his clean report for 12 months OT. Love to all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 5:43 AM CDT
Congratulations Ryan!!!! Waaaaaaaaaay 2 go - one whole year off treament and you are still doing great!!!! Thinking of you all the time and praying for you all.
Steph - all kids www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <jochim1@westriv.com>
Flasher, ND - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 5:04 PM CDT
Sending an angel wings hug your way. www.groups.yahoo.com/group/angel_wings
david Melton <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, July 24, 2007 12:38 AM CDT
Dear Ashley,Robin,Mark and family,
We don't put entry's in here too often but we check in every 3 days ( we have to go to the library for their computer) but it doesn't mean our thoughts aren't with you and Prayers as well. You have inspired people in your life already and not too many out there can say that so keep that in mind and draw strength from that.
Thinking Of You,
Richard O'loughlin
Diane Berndt
Richard O'loughlin <richardlghln@yahoo.com>
Oak Creek, Wis U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 12:33 AM CDT
Greetings Ashley & Family!!!
It is always good to go past your room and see you smile and be able to wave to you. After your counts start coming up, and YES they will!!, you and Zachary can sit down and assess the staff, food, and Dr's at Children's-HA HA! We are still waiting for a Pizza party, hint-it's your turn to host it in your room! We are thrilled to hear about Ryan too!!! Take care and stay strong!
Love,
Dr. David Prestby (Zachary's dad)
P.S. I hope you don't have to much things in your room for the BIG move to 5th floor tomorrow, if so, let Suanne (Zach's mom) know and she and Timothy can help you with the move!!!
Dr. David Prestby <dprestby@menominee.edu>
Keshena, WI USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 11:37 AM CDT
Hoping and praying that today is a better day for Ashley and that her body heals soon so that the next step can be taken. Mickey has had shaking chills over the last week and they give him IV Demerol and in minutes, the chills are gone, even though we still have to wait for the Tylenol to bring the temp down. I'm not sure with Ashley's situation esp the creatinine, if it would be appropriate, but it never hurts to ask and it REALLY helps quickly. So glad to hear Ryan is doing well. I can't imagine what it must be like to have 2 beloved children have to go through this. You are in our prayers. Cathy Linehan, Mom to Mickey - relapsed AML and also waiting for his BMT www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:31 AM CDT
Hoping and praying that today is a better day for Ashley and that her body heals soon so that the next step can be taken. Mickey has had shaking chills over the last week and they give him IV Demerol and in minutes, the chills are gone, even though we still have to wait for the Tylenol to bring the temp down. I'm not sure with Ashley's situation esp the creatinine, if it would be appropriate, but it never hurts to ask and it REALLY helps quickly. So glad to hear Ryan is doing well. I can't imagine what it must be like to have 2 beloved children have to go through this. You are in our prayers. Cathy Linehan, Mom to Mickey - relapsed AML and also waiting for his BMT www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:30 AM CDT
{{{Robin & Ashley}}}
I'm so sorry it seems like one thing after another, doesn't it? Good news that the CT didn't find anything awful. (hey, we'll take any and all good news at this point, right??) I'm praying that the intestinal wall thickening and the enlarged kidneys doesn't mean anything serious and that those nasty shaking chills STOP and all cultures are negative!! Grow cells, GROW already!!!
What a huge relief for you all that Ryan's appointment went well and he can stretch those checkups out longer...I know it's more uncertainty in between, but it has to make life easier while Ashley prepares for transplant.
Many, many prayers continue...
With much love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:16 AM CDT
Sweet Ashley i am so sorry things are
going so rough for you honey!We are
sending up very special prayers for
you..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 7:32 AM CDT
Hi all. We've been without computer for a week and my what a week it looks to have been. I hope you're all able to rest and Ashley you feel more comfortable. You're strong people and we'll continue to pray for all your needs. Love to all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 5:25 AM CDT
Ashley, I am so sorry that you are having these terrible difficulties. I am praying that you will be fever free very, very soon.
Priscilla, Angel Wings
Chattanooga, TN - Tuesday, July 24, 2007 0:13 AM CDT
Just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers all the time, and I have asked our rosary group to keep you at the top of their prayer list too. I remember when my daughter had a septic infection while on treatment and the weeks in the hospital seemed like years. No one knows what you are going through but we can only imagine how difficult it is to just keep waiting. Please know that there are lots of people,checking the website constantly, who are out there waiting with you...
ann (mom to lina dx 11/03)
Chicago, - Monday, July 23, 2007 11:12 PM CDT
I am so sorry to read of the trouble you have been having. Hopefully this kidney issue will resolve itself on its own so that you can proceed to transplant. Ashley can't say I blame you about the NG tube. Yuk!!! Hopefully you won't need that much longer. I'm sure Ryan will be ok. I can't believe that God would be that cruel. He needs to have what my son had at his last appointment A++ for counts!!!! Ashley too of course but that is not really possible. Some day very soon!!!!
I pray that you will hear someday what I heard at my son's last ALL appointment--2 years off treatment and counts are great!
Thoughts and prayers are with you.\
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen Steffes <k.steffes@yahoo.com>
Mayfield Hts, OH 44124 - Monday, July 23, 2007 8:57 PM CDT
I'm sorry the road continues to be so bumpy for Ashley - we are hoping and praying for things to smooth out soon so that you can get to transplant. An UNEVENTFUL, SUCCESSFUL transplant!!!!
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Monday, July 23, 2007 8:20 PM CDT
Thinking of you and praying for you!
Susan/Angel_Wings <amdg31@yahoo.com>
Mequon, WI USA - Monday, July 23, 2007 4:59 PM CDT
To the Debes Family,
Ashley and Robin, we read your guest book all the time. We think of you often, now just kick butt once again!! Our prayers are with you..and your family.
The Amundsens (Erica's mom and dad) and the rest of the family, Karen, Larry, Lauren, Hayley, and Nathan Killough,
Elisa, Francouix, Quinten Guffier, and John Amundsen
Dawn Amundsen <dawnlaugh@yahoo.com>
Wheaton, IL USA - Monday, July 23, 2007 4:36 PM CDT
Praying for you! My GOD give you the comfort you need right now.
Elaine/Angel_Wings <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Monday, July 23, 2007 4:27 PM CDT
Let's go cells!!! gotta get you to transplant, sweet girl!!! I am praying for you guys....hang in there. Chris mom to Zayla www.caringbridge.org/visit/zayla
Chris and Zayla <christymits@aol.com>
Bonfield, IL - Sunday, July 22, 2007 11:16 PM CDT
Hang in there. I follow your updates daily and pray for you each night. My son has ALL too. He was diagnosed in March of 2006 at age of 13 months. He had to get an NG tube put in last August and he got it removed on Halloween. It took a long time for him to tolerate it, but with the help of the doctors, nurses and dieticians, he was able to tolerate it. The tape really helps hold it in place. Just remember, all that nutrition will only make you stronger so you can fight harder. Hope your counts come up soon. We've been there - my son is a strong fighter just like you and your brother. Hang in there and this too shall pass! God Bless.
Benji's family
Canada - Sunday, July 22, 2007 2:00 PM CDT
So sorry to hear transplant is postponed, I know you guys just want to move ahead!!! Grow white cells grow!! Hopefully, that fever goes away!! We are thinking of you guys here in Mi!! Erin (www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <erin-birchenough@comcast.net>
Dearborn, Mi USA - Sunday, July 22, 2007 10:13 AM CDT
Robin, Ashley & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the transplant being on hold. We continue to pray for Ashley and for her health to turn around and head in the right direction. It's got to be so frustrating for you and I wish there was more we could do for you.
Taylor loves to talk to Ashley on the phone. Taylor misses her best friend so much and she enjoys their "gab" sessions and online fun. Did she tell her about the Hypnotist at Paperfest today? It was so funny!! Ashley would have really enjoyed watching Taylor up there acting wierd while hypnotized. She didn't know her name and said "baaa" like a sheep every time he asked her name. She didn't remember a thing afterward!
You all take care and know we are praying hard here in Darboy USA for Ashley. If you need anything, you have our number :)
Hugs,
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom)
Tammy Jeske (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Saturday, July 21, 2007 9:57 PM CDT
How frustrating! Go away and stay away fevers! I'll be praying the test results are good, the fever leaves, and you get back on track.
Christina - Megan's Mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Saturday, July 21, 2007 8:06 PM CDT
{{{Robin and Ashley}}}
ARRGH ~ What a tightrope you're walking! I pray that Ashley's tests show that her organs are doing OK and also continue to pray for no more fevers and that her good cells GROW. NG tubes are NOT fun - both Brian and Kevin had them and absolutely hated them! The tape does help but it can also be irritating to the skin (that was a few years ago). They've probably got some better tape by now...
Sending much love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, July 21, 2007 5:37 PM CDT
A piece of advice as far as the NG tube goes suggest taping it to her nostril. One of the most frustrating parts of having an NG tube is when your swallowing it literally feels like its pulling on your nose, throat, and stomach. When I tapped it to my nostril it kind of helped it not feel as annoying.
Lisa
- Saturday, July 21, 2007 3:46 PM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley! Your site is bookmarked in my browser, and I come here several times a day to check in. I'm sorry I haven't officially "signed" in before. First, WOW for the celeb phone call. Pretty stinkin' cool. Childlife will have to stand on their ears to top that! Second, hope you have a relaxing, growing weekend. C'mon Ashley...Zayla made it to transplant today. Its your turn! Hang in there, your new world is just around the corner...
Best Wishes!
ALL-Kids mom, Alicia - mom of Avalon
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
Powell, OH - Friday, July 20, 2007 9:35 PM CDT
Hi Ashley...
Even though I haven't signed in lately...I still have been checking in on you. Way cool to talk with Robin and Adam. Wow! I hope you didn't get a sore side from laughing too much! Keeping you in my prayers hon...I'm all personally moved now. Still not an office yet except for a corner in my home, but it's time to get back to work here. So hopefully soon you will be receiving something in the mail again from the Teen~Angels. Keep up your spirits and know you have our Hugs and Prayers!
Robin...
Keeping your whole family in my daily prayers. My personal move has placed me almost on the top of a hill. My son thought that was why we had been getting more rain lately than family 20 minutes away. Because we are closer to the clouds....just know if that's true it also means I'm closer to the Lord and I've been bending His ear for you and yours! Hold on tightly to His hand...just remember He has been to tomorrow and knows exactly what you need...just ask...
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Be an Angel...Touch a Heart!
Char
- Friday, July 20, 2007 8:39 PM CDT
Dear Ashley, Robin and family
I have followed your site for a few months and this is the first time I have posted. I hope all your current issues resolve very quickly and that you can move on to transplant as planned. My 12 year old son, Mickey, has relapsed AML as of June 2 and he is following much the same path as you, including some pretransplant problems. He has a bone marrow match and should start his pretransplant radiation and chemo August 6. Although he is at Lucille Packard Children's Hospital in CA, I grew up in Milwaukee and all my family is there. We should have been leaving tomorrow for a 2 week vacation in Milwaukee, the Dells, etc. Every time I read your updates, I am struck by how similarly your journeys are progressing. You and your family are in my prayers. Stay strong, don't give up, don't give an inch - better days are coming. Cathy Linehan - mom to Mickey (relapsed AML) www.caringbridge.org/visit/mickeyl
Cathy Linehan <linehan5@aol.com>
Seaside, CA USA - Friday, July 20, 2007 7:05 PM CDT
Good morning, Ashley!
I just wanted to tell you I think you are a beautiful girl with a lot of strength and you are so very brave. I pray God brings you the miracle you need.
Marsha Robinson <marshar@dcwin.org>
Birchleaf, Va USA - Friday, July 20, 2007 8:28 AM CDT
Grow cells Grow! I hope today is a good, nauseous free day!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
all-kids
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Friday, July 20, 2007 8:23 AM CDT
Hi Ashley!
You got a call from Robin Williams!!!!! wow, that is so cool. And you got to talk to Adam Sandler as well:) I am so happy for you!!! (And a little jeaulous,too;) I hope you continue to feel a little better. We'll be checking up on you soon! Take care, sweetie! Ursula & Alexia
www.caringbridge.org/southamerica/alexia <ursulacastaneda@hotmail.com>
Durham, NC - Thursday, July 19, 2007 9:42 PM CDT
How cool is that to be able to talk to not one, but two movie stars! That'll be something to share with her friends. So glad to hear Ashley is hanging in there and that the cultures continue to be negative and her fungal infection continues to improve. Praying that all continues to go as planned for the BMT.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Thursday, July 19, 2007 9:17 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
how are you? I'm fine. Can't wait till you come back to school. Hope you are fleeing better. Talking with Robben Williams and Adam Sanler is VERY VERY cool.
love
brooke P.S don't forget to lol :.)
Brooke Heim
Appleton, WI - Thursday, July 19, 2007 9:00 PM CDT
Holy Cow! Robin Williams & Adam Sandler. They must have had you cracking up. funny guys..
Thinking of you all the time here, and checking in daily.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, - Thursday, July 19, 2007 8:55 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin,
I rarely sign your guestbook as of late but I do check it everyday. Always keeping you and your family in my prayers as well as having my dog list pray for you, too. I just had to say, I am so jealous that Robin Williams called you!!! He is one of my most favorite actors! That is just so neat and truly shows how he cares for others, which I have heard but now I know is true. Keep getting better so you can have that transplant.
Hugs,
Anne Sulskis
Keshena, WI - Thursday, July 19, 2007 8:39 PM CDT
Wow! Robin Williams and Adam Sandler! That's awesome. I've always loved those guys. Next time you chat with your pal, Robin, let him know all of your friends out here in cyber space say hello. :)
I hope your day today was a good one. Take care.
Christina - Megan's mom, www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery <eandchris@comcast.net>
Rockville, MD - Thursday, July 19, 2007 6:04 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! I'm so excited for you! I'm sure that Adam and Robin made you laugh. Did they tell you any funny jokes that you remember? I've been thinking of you everyday. Hang in there and remember all of us that are rooting for you!!!!! Thank your mom for leaving the updates. Tell her she does a great job!! Drink your Boost!!!! Love, Mrs. Erdmann
Kris Erdmann <kerdmann@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI USA - Thursday, July 19, 2007 2:48 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
Hope you're feeling better every day so you can stay on track for transplant. We have the day circled on the calendar. We'll be leaving on vacation that day to head down to Great America but we've got your number in our cell phones and Taylor will be calling you on the drive to see how you're doing.
I'm sure talking to Robin Williams was really cool. Taylor's Dad wants you to remember to ask him if he was going to France to watch the Tour de France bicycle race. Robin's a good friend of Lance Armstrong who is a cancer survivor you know. I'm sure he's got lots of funny biking stories to tell you! Besides, can you imagine him wearing those tight biking shorts?? Hahaha! He could probably make a few jokes about that.
Taylor sent a card out to you the other day so hopefully you'll get it today or tomorrow...and of course you guys will be gabbing on the phone like always :)
Have a super day!
Tay-Tay's Mom
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Thursday, July 19, 2007 2:04 PM CDT
Here's a little thing
Sooooooo cute! PRAYING FOR YOU ALWAYS!!!Dani&QuinnAngel_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com OR Funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, July 19, 2007 1:30 PM CDT
How exciting that you got to talk to Robin Williams and Adam Sandler (they are my fav comedians/actors too)!! Glad to hear the pre testings are going well...hang in there- the day will be here before you know it! Praying for continued success and a cure for you Ashley!! Chris mom to Zayla www.caringbridge.org/visit/zayla
Chris Mitsdarffer <christymits@aol.com>
Bonfield, IL - Thursday, July 19, 2007 10:48 AM CDT
Hey Ashley, just dropping by to let you know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Cool that you got to talk to Robin Williams and Adam Sandler, if Adam calls you again, tell him there is an 8 yr old bald boy that does a hilarious perfect impersonation of him! Keegan can be a funny boy!
We will continue to pray hard!
Love and hugs,
Audra and Keegan
www.caringbridge.org/co/keegan
<audramama@yahoo.com>
Fayetteville, GA USA - Thursday, July 19, 2007 2:34 AM CDT
Wow! Robin Williams called YOU!?!?!?!?! How exciting is that...I would have been like "frozen" and "speechless". What did you talk about for 15 minutes? That's really cool Ashley!!
I hope you get alot of cool movies!
Pretty neat!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Wednesday, July 18, 2007 10:05 PM CDT
Robin/Ashley,
Boy, I sure hope that Ashley's pancreas doesn't decide to act up. Hopefull the nausea is from the meds.
How cool to have Robin Williams call!
I'm always thinking if you and pray tomorrow is a better day.
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 9:55 PM CDT
How cool is that, talking to Robin Williams!!! It is great to hear that Ashley is still doing well. We will continue to check on her and pray for y'all.
Wendy - ALL Kids
Belton, TX USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 9:43 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! How cool to talk to Robin Williams! I hope Adam calls too. He was best friends with a boy I met in college - Kyle McDonough - when they grew up in Manchester NH. Happy Gilmore was about Kyle...hehe. He played hockey at UVM then later in Denmark. There's some trivia you can throw at Adam...Also Morgan's brother Kyle was named after Kyle McDonough...because he was such a nice young man!
I am praying for you over here in Vermont. Keep Believing honey!
Vicki C/ALL-KIDS/Mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Vicki Corson
- Wednesday, July 18, 2007 9:20 PM CDT
how is my sweet sweet sweet baby girl? man do i miss all of you!!!!!!!!! i have been keeping up to date with you on your web page every day.. sweetie, please feel better soon. i love you honey.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
grren bay, wi usa - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 11:03 AM CDT
Hope today is a better day for you Ashley.
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 10:26 AM CDT
hi ashley hope your feeling better im thinking about you keep yourself busy
rachel
appleton, wi united states - Tuesday, July 17, 2007 2:56 PM CDT
Rest is good...keep on resting and heal up! Thinking of you all and praying often!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Tuesday, July 17, 2007 2:20 PM CDT
I hope Ashley is doing ok today! I'm praying for the infection to be cleared very quickly.
Thinking of you !
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, July 16, 2007 8:59 PM CDT
Praying that Ashley's line infection clears quickly.
Jennifer, a Texas prayer bear <sassy_girl913@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Monday, July 16, 2007 6:46 PM CDT
I hope the infection clears fast. Take care, we're always thinking of you.
Christina - Megan's mom
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Monday, July 16, 2007 6:22 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I hope you had a good weekend at your home away from home. You have a busy week ahead preparing for your re-birthday! I hope all goes smoothly.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, July 16, 2007 5:35 AM CDT
Hope you get to enjoy the rest of the weekend. It's good that you got some time off before beginning the transplant whirlwind! Elizabeth is spending her inpatient time for this last line infection painting and cutting. She is finally beginning to eat (at day 79) so maybe we'll get rid of the PICC line and avoid any more infections!
Have fun and remember that we're praying for you.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/elizabethstoltz
suzanne stoltz <sstoltz09@gmail.com>
kingwood, tx usa - Sunday, July 15, 2007 2:15 PM CDT
Ashley, so glad that you are getting a chance to enjoy some "free" time! Next week sounds like a busy week with all the pre transplant testings. We are only a little bit "ahead" of you guys...Zayla started chemo today for transplant and her BIG day is Friday the 20th. Her big sister who is close in age to you is going to be the donor...and surprisingly she is not scared, at least that is what she says. Hang in there...we are thinking/praying for you!!!!! Chris mom to Zayla ALL Kids
www.caringbridge.org/visit/zayla
Chris Mitsdarffer <christymits@aol.com>
Bonfield, IL - Saturday, July 14, 2007 11:21 PM CDT
It sounds like you guys are dealing with the pre transplant stuff well. Remember to breath. This time will go fast and then T-day will be here. Please know that you all are thought of daily. And along with that, prayers daily too.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, July 14, 2007 5:41 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family!!
I have been keeping track of you on the website but have not written in awhile. I had to let you know what that little chippy chip did to our yard, he dug two HUGE tunnels in our yard right through the flower beds and into the garage. It looks like someone was actually out there tunneling with a dang shovel!! Bob and I have both been trying to get a picture of him by his new house sign that you made for him Ash but we have not been very lucky yet. We will keep trying. I hope you are enjoying some time away from the hospital for a little while and I am sending hugs and prayers to you.
Love Bob, Kim , Chippy Chip and the Poodlers
kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI 54303 - Saturday, July 14, 2007 5:16 PM CDT
Soooo good to read you are out of the hospital, Ashley. I'll be praying for you, sweet girl. Keep up the good fight!!!
Sending you Angel Hugs, Praises and Prayers.
Polly /Angel_Wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
- Saturday, July 14, 2007 4:15 PM CDT
Praying for you and glad you're out of the hospital.
david Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Friday, July 13, 2007 11:54 AM CDT
It is so good to hear that Ashley is doing so well now and that she is able to be out of the hospital for awhile. We will continue praying that everything goes well, and that the transplant goes smoothly from here on out. I cannot imagine what all goes into this. What an amazing family y'all are!
Wendy Kilburn - ALL-Kids <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
Belton, TX United States - Thursday, July 12, 2007 6:18 PM CDT
Robin and Ashley,
I've been checking in daily (sometimes more) but I haven't taken the time to tell you that - sorry! I'm still praying for you - hope that you enjoy your time out of the hospital!
Hugs,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, July 12, 2007 3:11 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! We really like the picture of you on the zoo train. We have lots of pictures of our kids on that train, too. We hope you are feeling better and better each day. We're thinking of you and praying for you to stay strong!
The Langs (from ALL-kids)
Jane Lang <jblinhome@aol.com>
Neenah, WI USA - Thursday, July 12, 2007 8:39 AM CDT
Ashley and Family, we hope you're enjoying your pass. Zachary and the rest of us are sure enjoying our time at home. Take care and stay strong Ashley!
Suanne, David, Zachary and Timothy
- Wednesday, July 11, 2007 2:38 PM CDT
We hope your appetite has picked up a little and you are able to eat something.
Hoping you are doing good today. We really like the new home photo of you. It's great!
Sending hugs,
Tiffany - mom to Jackson and Faith <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Wednesday, July 11, 2007 9:26 AM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I hope you are having a "feel good" day! I talked to your Mommy today! You have such a nice Mom! :)
Enjoy the day!
Nancy and Matthew
All-kids
caringbridge.org/in/matthewk
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Tuesday, July 10, 2007 10:47 AM CDT
Ashley, I am sorry to hear that eating is no fun these days, and hopefully the docs can do something to help with the yucky stomach to make this better. I am sure that it is frustrating being stuck at the moment, but hopefully today was the beginning of things turning around so that you can get over the infection quickly. We are praying for you.
Wendy - ALL Kids <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
Belton, Tx USA - Monday, July 9, 2007 8:50 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Robin and Family,
I wanted to stop in to say "HI".... I hope things remain stable for you Ashley...I LOVE the Zoo picture! Do you know that all the trips to Milwaukee we have made in the last four years we have never made it to the Zoo.. Shame on us! We will have to make a point of getting there...
If you guys need anything we are only a car ride away! Seriously!
Take Care,
Love and hugs,
The Ekberg Family,
Bryan, Carine & Lindsay
Carine Ekberg www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay <Cae71@sbcglobal.net>
McHenry, IL - Monday, July 9, 2007 8:24 PM CDT
Hey Ashley Too bad you still don't feel good when you eat..hopefully it will get better soon..too bad you can't go anywhere that has a lot of people. But i hope you have fun with whatever you do..okay well have fun..bye
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
BJ, WI USA - Monday, July 9, 2007 6:21 PM CDT
Dear Ashley,
It is very hot here. It reached 100 degrees yesterday. Our air conditioner broke and we just got it fixed. I hope you have good airconditioning in the hospital. We wish you good luck and send prayers your way.
P.S lulas , jaelynn
jessica
appleton, wi usa - Monday, July 9, 2007 2:55 PM CDT
Dear Ashley,
we are thinking of you everyday and hope you succeed. we miss you very much and you are in our prayers. we hope to see you soon. are you having a good summer? we are. you rock our world. hope you are taking the chemo well.bye.
P.S. lulas,jaelynn
love, jaelynn and jessica from woodland
appleton, wi usa - Monday, July 9, 2007 2:47 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, i love the new pictures.. i am glad you had fun at the zoo..(i think).. okay well start feeling better..
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
BJ, WI USA - Sunday, July 8, 2007 11:25 PM CDT
We're glad you had a more comfortable day yesterday. We wish you many, many more. Love and hugs to all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, July 8, 2007 12:07 AM CDT
Asley,Just stopping by to say hi and glad to hear you're feeling a bit better.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Sunday, July 8, 2007 10:29 AM CDT
Another ALL mom checking in! I am praying for you and your mom and the rest of your family every day Ashley. Though you don't know us, you and Mom are an inspration. None of this is fair, I know, but you are an absolute hero to me, as is your mom. I pray things get better soon and that this transplant can moveon, as can your life! Hugs to you all!!!!!
Love,
Kathy, Julia's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit,julianesbitt
Kathy Nesbitt <Lvr3kids@aol.com>
Wesley Chapel, NC - Sunday, July 8, 2007 8:40 AM CDT
Hi Ashley! And the rest of the gang! So glad to hear good news! We had company all last week, so I didn't have time to post! Back now and planning on stopping in this week if that's OK. My daughter Regan bought you some webkins! Hope you don't have these already. We'll see. Has the gang moved in yet?
God Bless!
Robbin and the Lyons family!
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Saturday, July 7, 2007 9:49 PM CDT
Just checking in on you guys. Sounds like the pace has picked up to get to transplant. You are in our thoughts and prayers always.
I love the train picture!
Christina - Megan's mom (ALL Kids
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Saturday, July 7, 2007 6:10 PM CDT
Thinking of you and praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, July 7, 2007 2:55 PM CDT
Those are really great pictures of the kids Robin! Ashley I love riding the train at the Milwaukee County Zoo :-) Have a good weekend.
Jan Laskowski (Colin's Mom -- ALLkids Relapse list) <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, wI - Friday, July 6, 2007 10:40 PM CDT
Continuing to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you our love and hugs and support! Keep up the good work and we'll sure keep up the prayers!! Love you all very much. Take care and know you are in our hearts!
Much love, Muffy and family
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Friday, July 6, 2007 10:30 PM CDT
Hi everyone. I hope you enjoyed the zoo and any other activities you did while out of the hosp. I wish we had known you were out for awhile. You all could have come here and also visited with Sadie. She is doing well and now that Darin is home she gets runs around the block and ball play in the yard!! I tried to email gresh email address but it came back to me (I emailed it a long time ago and it just came back today but anyway) I need to know the address that Ashley can receive mail at. I see one listed here but will her room number change in the future or is that pretty stable? Also, here is our address, you asked a long time ago but in case you still need it 714 apple orchard dr, waterford, wi 53185, and Ashley thanks so much for sending Pearl her package of pictures and things. She loved everything in it. She has filled the purse with everything, and loves the bright pictures you made. Take care, good news on remission, I hope your stomach settles down soon. That is no fun!! Love, the Fahrneys and Sadie
sara <fahrneys@hotmail.com>
waterford , wi - Friday, July 6, 2007 10:01 PM CDT
Wishing you a happy and healthy Friday. I hope your tummy has calmed down. Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, July 6, 2007 5:46 AM CDT
I just caught up with your journal...remission is great news!!!! I am sorry you are dealing with such terrible nausea, I hope that ends soon.
Let me know if there is anything at all I can do!!! Please!!
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, wi - Thursday, July 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT
I am sorry that y'all missed the fireworks, and we are beginning to understand what you mean about missing out on things. An ANC of 1500, that is really good for treatment! You are one step closer to life without cancer!
Wendy - ALL Kids <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
- Thursday, July 5, 2007 7:57 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! i am a new member of Angel Wings. I am really sorry you are so sick to your stomach. I pray that it will get better very soon. Hope you have a better night tonight.
Tara Carroll Angel Wings
Fort Walton Beach , FL - Thursday, July 5, 2007 7:10 PM CDT
I am so thrilled that you are in remission. Michael missed the fireworks also. We just have to have another celebration later.
Kathy Ricigliano -all kids michael's mom <ricigliano@bellsouth.net>
kernersville, nc - Thursday, July 5, 2007 7:07 PM CDT
Great to hear that we have official remission!! So sorry that you were stuck in the hospital for the 4th. I think of you everyday and have a lot of people praying for you! Your courage and strength are an inspiration to many! Love, Danielle
www.caringbridge.org/visit/mackenziefortuna
Danielle Fortuna <drivemeloco@yahoo.com>
Newport News, Va - Thursday, July 5, 2007 6:42 PM CDT
Hi, Ashley and Robin!
We wanted to send hugs your way...we are sorry that you're feeling icky! Hang in there and you are such an amazing girl :-) I know what your mom means when she says that you kids miss out on a lot. We're always thinking of you!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Thursday, July 5, 2007 5:21 PM CDT
Ash,
I was sad to hear that you were so sick from your chemo but I was happy to hear you felt well enough to take a bath. I miss you. Hope you get my package today or tomorrow (it was mailed on Tuesday morning). Maybe it will make you smile and forget about feeling so sick.
LULAS,
Tay-Tay
p/s talk to you on the phone later
Taylor Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI 54915 - Thursday, July 5, 2007 1:47 PM CDT
I'm sorry your 4th was a bummer. I was thinking of you this morning (before I read the latest post). We had watched a program yesterday about the early days of our country (of course) and this morning I was thinking about those people and my thoughts went to your family. The similarity - bravery and sacrifice.
I know there are good days and bad and certainly it will be a joyous day when Ashley is well and at that time there will be celebrations. Hang in there. We love you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, July 5, 2007 5:41 AM CDT
Robin - we totally forgot it was the fourth too - ditto on the family missing out on so much.
So happy to hear the news of remission. Hopefully next year you will alll be celebrating the fourth - happy and healthy.
Susan and Nathan
www.caringbridge.org/co/nathanmichael
Susan Gentry <sogren@rocketmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Wednesday, July 4, 2007 11:40 PM CDT
So happy to hear about Ashley's remission! It's great that you were able to leave the hospital for a while and enjoy the outdoors. I hope you had a fun Fourth of July. Sending hugs and prayers from Michigan,
Peggy Hines <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Wednesday, July 4, 2007 7:55 PM CDT
REMISSION!!!!!! That's the best word I have heard from you in a long time. That is so awesome. I sit here with tears in my eyes. Ashley, you and your family are such an inspiration to us. The trials keep on coming and you keep your heads above water and fight the waves. It is truly a happy 4th of July for you. I am sure the fireworks won't come close to the excitement that is in your mom's heart right now. Way to go girl!!! Keep on kicking that cancer's butt!!!!! Prayers from Canada.
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
Naomi Fehr
Winkler, MB Canada - Wednesday, July 4, 2007 4:01 PM CDT
Wahoo!!! Remission! Happy happy joy joy dance. I'm shaking my ample behind on your behalf. Best news of the month!!!!!
- Alicia, and ALL list friend
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom
Powell, OH - Wednesday, July 4, 2007 10:32 AM CDT
My best prayers and thoughts for you an all family
kiss
Regia <regialopes@hotmail.com>
Natal, RN BRASIL - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 10:18 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, I am a friend of Taylor's. I go to Eternal love church in Menasha with her. When I heard you needed bone marrow I went to the blood center that week and got on the list. I am so GLAD you are doing better I will keep you in my prays.
Tammy Kaphingst <Tammerk17@yahoo.com>
Appleton, WI Calumet - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 9:53 PM CDT
Way to go Ashley!!! I AM SO EXCITED!!! It made my day to hear such amazing news!! I am continueing to lift you up in prayer. I pray you regain strength daily.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/super_ethan
Jessica Kerr <robzgurl27@yahoo.com>
Birmingham, al - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 9:09 PM CDT
REMISSION! How fabulous! I'm glad you were able to have a fun 5 days out of the hospital, then to check back in with the news you wanted! Keep it up! We continue to think of you daily.
Christina - Megan's mom www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery <eandchris@comcast.net>
Rockville, MD - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 5:50 PM CDT
Woo Hoo Ashley! Way to go! I am so happy to hear you are in remission! Also glad you had a break! Stay strong, love Kristen & Kalilah (pokwl)
Kristen <kengvaldsen@hotmail.com>
greentown, pa usa - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 3:47 PM CDT
Bravo for Remission!!!! We'll see you on Thursday. Zachary will be heading down on pass for his bone marrow aspiration with Dr. Casper. Take care and see you soon!
Suanne, David, Zachary and Timothy
- Tuesday, July 3, 2007 12:52 AM CDT
Way to go Ashley!!!! Congratulations!!! Have a wonderful 4th of July!
Steph (allkids) www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <jochim1@westriv.com>
Flasher, ND - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 9:51 AM CDT
YIPPEE!!!!!! I was excited to read the latest news of the remission!!! I'm sure glad that you were able to have fun during your 5 day pass. I hope that you were able to go to Fuddruckers!!!!!!! Good luck in this round of chemo, Ashley! Keep up the great fight!!!!!!
Kris Erdmann <kerdmann@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 9:18 AM CDT
Excellent news - ZERO - none - zilch - REMISSION!!! Way to go Ashley! You are one tough cookie and kicking butt again! Love and extra hugs to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, July 3, 2007 5:35 AM CDT
YES! Remission!! Just what I wanted to see when I checked in tonight :)
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Monday, July 2, 2007 11:49 PM CDT
WOW that is great news!! REMISSION!! WTG Ashley. have a good week. I hope you can see the fireworks from your window!
Jan Laskowski <jan866@aol.com >
GLendale, WI - Monday, July 2, 2007 11:40 PM CDT
Great news on being in remission, you just made my evening, day, and week! Prayers to you and the family...keep the faith!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Monday, July 2, 2007 11:27 PM CDT
whooohooo!!! Such great news to start the week!
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, July 2, 2007 10:00 PM CDT
WOOO HOOO!!! Remission!!! Such great news, Robin!! Keep that good news comin'!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Monday, July 2, 2007 9:46 PM CDT
That is the best news!! We are thinking of you and praying for you!
Jane Lang (ALL KIDS) <jblinhome@aol.com>
Neenah, WI USA - Monday, July 2, 2007 9:07 PM CDT
Hi Robin,
What WONDERFUL news!!!!!!!! Remission.... YES! Always thinking and praying for you guys.
Lots of love,
Ursula <ursulacastaneda@hotmail.com>
Durham, NC - Monday, July 2, 2007 8:40 PM CDT
REMISSION!!
What fantastic news!!
You are kickin' that cancer's butt Ashley, way to go.
Betsy, Kaitlyn's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Monday, July 2, 2007 8:21 PM CDT
Oh my gosh, I get to sign twice in one day! I just had to sign again when I read the WONDERFUL news! REMISSION! WOO WEE! Keep up the good work Ashley!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, July 2, 2007 8:02 PM CDT
That is such great news Ashley! I am glad that you had a wonderful 5 days out, and we will continue to pray for you as continue on your journey to transplant.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kadenkilburn
Wendy - ALL Kids <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
- Monday, July 2, 2007 6:49 PM CDT
Hey Ashley,
Congrats on the remission...you and Zach both have such good news. Glad you got to get out of the hospital and go to the Zoo. Have as great a 4th of July as you can, hopefully they will shoot fireworks off somewhere near the hospital that you will be able to see them from the windows. Hang in there! Love and prayers Old nurse Jean
Jean Peltier <jeanpltr@yahoo.com>
Kimberly, WI USA - Monday, July 2, 2007 6:39 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I hope you enjoyed being "sprung" for a few days! I hope your next round of chemo goes well! We sure are praying hard for you!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Monday, July 2, 2007 3:46 PM CDT
Good for you for being able to be out of the hospital for a while! It's very nice indeed. Best wishes as you start your next round of chemo! We'll be thinking about you Ashley!
Suanne, David, Zachary & Timothy
- Monday, July 2, 2007 10:14 AM CDT
Ashley,
Thinking of you and hoping that today's round of chemo goes well. Hope you had a great 5 days of freedom!
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, July 2, 2007 8:39 AM CDT
Wish you good luck at the hosptal Ashlee
!!!Dani And Quinn Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, July 1, 2007 7:30 AM CDT
Ashley,
I'm so glad you got out to the zoo. How were the monkeys?? Hope you have more and more good days ahead!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, June 29, 2007 9:24 AM CDT
You had a perfect day for the zoo -- can't believe how much it has cooled off here! Glad things are going well. Good luck with next week's treatment.
Jan ALL Kids Relapse list (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Friday, June 29, 2007 0:47 AM CDT
I check in everyday! So great that you got to go to the zoo! Fun!
You should be getting postcards from Australia, China, Sweden and the less exotic Pennsylvania and Florida :))
Thinking of you guys all the time.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI USA - Friday, June 29, 2007 0:00 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Glad to hear you had fun at the zoo!
Sending XXX and OOO's to you from CA,
XXOO, Cali ALi's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 11:53 PM CDT
So glad you are "out and about". Continue feeling good and having fun!
Christina - ALL Kids, Megan's mom
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Thursday, June 28, 2007 8:48 PM CDT
Robin,
Matthew takes Emend prior to his hard IV chemos. It really has helped with the vomiting. I don't know what type of symptoms you were pretreating for but I thought I'd throw that out there.
Nancy
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 8:05 PM CDT
YAY!!! It is so glad to hear of your family trip to the zoo! Have fun this weekend, and good luck next week!
Wendy - ALL Kids <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 6:39 PM CDT
Woo hoo!! Out of there for at least a couple of days. So glad to hear Ashley is feeling well and things are going well. Prayers continuing to be lifted for a complete healing for Ashley and remission right around the corner.
Enjoy every moment of these good days and store it up!
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Thursday, June 28, 2007 6:23 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, glad to hear that your at "home". Take it easy for the next few days and make sure to watch a lot of movies and eat a lot of popcorn (and chocolate of course!!)
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
naomi fehr
winkler, mb canada - Thursday, June 28, 2007 12:24 AM CDT
Oh Ashley! It is great to read that you are out of the hospital and at the RMH!
Sending prayers from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 10:27 AM CDT
Just wantd to stop by and send love and best wishes for a great few days of R&R.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, June 28, 2007 5:33 AM CDT
hey Ashley,
I am glad that you are doing good... and i am glad that you have stuff to do and you are not bored all day.. okay i check back soon..
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 9:06 PM CDT
Woo Hoo! Way to go Ashley! Way to go Cells! I am so happy you are having some time to have fun! Great, great news!
Vicki C/ALL Kids/Mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Wednesday, June 27, 2007 7:30 PM CDT
Yay, so happy to hear the good news! We're thinking of you guys all the time. :)
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 4:58 PM CDT
Hurray - a FIVE day pass! Enjoy yourselves! Love to all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 4:44 PM CDT
Oh so happy to hear you get some free time!!! Praying hard and constantly thinking of you!
Hugs,
Candy (ALL-kids) Jonathan's mom(www.caringbridge.org/mi/jonathan) <sweeneyclan5@comcast.net>
jackson, mi - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 3:21 PM CDT
HOORAY!!!!!!!! OH gosh, I'm so happy for you!! Enjoy your freedom Ashley!! Have fun and relax. Oh and tell your Mom to do the same! :)
Love
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Wednesday, June 27, 2007 1:23 PM CDT
WHHHHHEEEEEWWWWWW!!!!!! Thanks for the update. I can stop holding my breath now! Enjoy being sprung for a little while ~ I'm so glad Ashley is feeling good.
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 12:54 AM CDT
Ashely that is great news, and congrats on being sprung for 5 days! We will continue to pray for your quick recovery, but you can't throw any more curve balls ok HAHA! You guys enjoy your time away, and get some rest before the next round.
Wendy ALL-Kids
- Wednesday, June 27, 2007 11:08 AM CDT
I read your updates several times a day and have for four years since our little granddaughter was diagnosed with ALL. She is 20 months off treatment and doing well. You are awsome! and so is your family. My prayers are made for you and your family daily.
Mary Ellen Clark <MEClark077@aol.com>
Birmingham, AL - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 10:14 AM CDT
Danielle & Quinn At Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com OR Funny_Horse10@yahoo.com>
New Hampshire, NH North Conway - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 7:59 AM CDT
Ashley,
Just wanted you to know I am thinking about you and
your family tonight!
Postcard Cindy <clatoure@aol.com>
Sonoma, CA USA - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 11:12 PM CDT
Ashley,We hope you all have a wonderful 4th and get to come home soon.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 9:32 PM CDT
I prayed for Ashley all this morning before the Curesearch Gold Ribbon Days. We're waiting anxiously with you....
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 9:23 PM CDT
Hey Ashley, you're one tough girl!!! Hugs coming from Canada!!
visit: www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua
Naomi Fehr <jnyf@sdnet.ca>
Winkler, MB Canada - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 1:38 PM CDT
Thinking of you, inspired by you, praying for you.
Tammy
- Tuesday, June 26, 2007 12:06 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Just checking in to see how things are going.
Sending XXX and OOO's from CA,
Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, June 26, 2007 9:26 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Thinking of you today and sending big hugs from Ohio!
Take care,
Betsy Hammond
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 7:57 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and family! Hope your visit with your sisters was fun! Thinking of you tomorrow for a great BMA!
Tina and Bryce Summers <tinvance@msn.com, www.caringbridge.org/sc/brycesummers>
Columbia, SC - Monday, June 25, 2007 10:18 PM CDT
ashley,
how are you sweetie? i have not signed for a while. i miss all of you. i saw dr. casper last week, you got a great doctor sweetie!!!!i miss you a bunch...
love nurse jane
keep on getting better sweetie!!!!!!!!
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, June 25, 2007 10:05 PM CDT
Great news on the WBC! Saying lots and lots of prayers for the BMA and your whole family!!!
Ann and Lina (dx ALL 11/03)
Chicago, Il 60614 - Monday, June 25, 2007 9:55 PM CDT
Hi guys!
Checking in to see how things are doing! I'll try to stop by later this week! Let me know if you need anything!
Robbin Lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
- Monday, June 25, 2007 3:00 PM CDT
I know you're excited to get the whole gang together. That's always a blessing. Maybe a little celebration for the good growth! Love to all,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, June 25, 2007 5:19 AM CDT
Hello Ashley! Guess what?! Zachary is getting checked over by the nurses, and it's Rene and Heather. Rene says a big HELLO!!! We're all thinking of you! Do you get to leave the hospital at all on pass? Take care!
Suanne, David, Zachary, and Timothy
- Sunday, June 24, 2007 1:53 PM CDT
.4 is double what it was on Thursday! Wondeful news - hooray!! Stay strong, all of you. We're praying for a good BMA on Tuesday.
xoxo
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, June 23, 2007 9:09 PM CDT
Danielle And Quinn <danicole10@yahoo.com Funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, June 23, 2007 8:44 AM CDT
Hi Robin,
Its Mary Beth- You guys are all hanging tough once again. You are in our prayers always.
The Jileks
Mary Beth Jilek <Jilek827@aol.com>
DeKalb, Il USA - Friday, June 22, 2007 9:43 PM CDT
So how's that BOOST today!??! I had to drink that when I was pregnant with my oldest. I was so sick and had lost so much weight that they made me drink it. I sure hope it tastes better 18 years later LOL
I hear your WBC is going up! Hooray! Keep up the good work kiddo!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Friday, June 22, 2007 8:45 PM CDT
Stay on the sunny side Ashley! We're rooting for you BIG time!! Take care and hope you feel better after your transfusions.
Suanne, David, Zachary, and Timothy
- Friday, June 22, 2007 3:11 PM CDT
WBC are going the right direction - still praying here in VA...
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, June 21, 2007 9:26 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Glad to hear you had a pretty good day.
Sending prayers from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, June 21, 2007 8:56 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! Hoping you are doing better and that those white blood cells come out like the little warriors they are. We are praying for you and rooting for you in VT!
Vicki/ALL KIDS/Mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
Vicki Corson & Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Thursday, June 21, 2007 8:48 PM CDT
Dear Ashley,
just letting you know that I'm praying for you
Di
Australia - Thursday, June 21, 2007 4:58 PM CDT
That is fantastic! .1 is certainly something to be excited about! Our expectations change quite a bit when dealing with cancer. We will continue to pray for quick healing and the green light for transplant!
Wendy Kilburn
Tx - Thursday, June 21, 2007 12:45 AM CDT
Good counts - yea! Grow good cells grow! Ashley, I dreamed about you last night. You came running to us with a gigantic smile. Boy was it you! It makes me smile to think about it. I hope you're not too tired and sore today and have a chance to get up and move around. You are one tough cookie Ashley. Hang tough!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Mathew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, June 21, 2007 6:37 AM CDT
Robin, Ashley, and Ryan,
good to finally meet you today. Ryan you cracked me up! What a great kiddo! Robin, you must be so proud. Ashley, I am sure you don't remember my visit, but I pray for you every day. My daughter Regan is close to your age, (she's nine) and my son Reed is 10. They can't wait to meet you when you are better. Regan picked out the webkins cards and the puzzel for you. Hope you like them. I frankly don't blame you for not wanting that nasty hospital food! YUK! If you getto thinking there is something that sounds good from the "outside world" you just tell your mom to give me a buzz and i'll go get it!
Good night all! and God bless!
Robbin <thomtalent@aol.com>
Pewaukee, wi - Thursday, June 21, 2007 1:00 AM CDT
Praying for you!
Elaine/Angel_Wings <eshattuck1@cox.net>
- Wednesday, June 20, 2007 10:25 PM CDT
WBC of .1 is good! Baby steps, right?? Shrink fungus, shrink! Grow good cells, grow! Still praying all the time for you Ashley,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, June 20, 2007 10:01 PM CDT
Ashley, we are here at the SCCA waiting for Anna's transplant pulling for you! Prayers are coming your way tha a donor will soon be found. Our transplant date has been rescheduled for July 12- hopefully this time will happen. Anna agrees- missing those special days is getting tiresome! She has been fighting her disease for basically about her whole life so she understand how tiresome this can be!
Hang tight and we will continue to pray for you and your family!
Margie- mom to Karissa- dx'd with ALL 1/95, ot 9/97, Anna, Dx'd withMDS awaiting bone marrow transplant; and William, dx'd with ITP; and proud wife to a soldier <huhnerhaus@comcast.net>
Fort Lewis, - Wednesday, June 20, 2007 1:38 PM CDT
HI Ashley, Robin and family,
I was just checking in to see if there is any more good news. Ashley you stay strong kicking leukemia butt. Big hugs to you all and lots of prayers.
www.caringbridge.org/al/elizabethhope
Machelle Johnson <MJmomathome@aol.com>
- Wednesday, June 20, 2007 1:33 PM CDT
Hi Ashley. I wrote this poem especially for you:
There is a girl with a boisterous spirit,
A laugh so loud, all could hear it.
Her name is Ashley, which fits her well,
A girl with attitude, all could tell.
Her will is strong, steadfast and true,
The cancer is back, but that just won’t do!
So she’ll work and she’ll battle with all of her might,
To make sure she’ll beat it night after night.
No pokes or fevers will hold her back,
From giving this cancer a "full-on" attack!
“It can take my hair…It’s gone you see,
But I’ll tell you what…It won’t take me!”
So continue the fight, Ashley, day after day,
Family and friends will continue to pray.
For the great physician is the Lord up above,
He will watch you, protect you, and heal you with love.
Tammy Jeske (Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI 54915 - Wednesday, June 20, 2007 10:58 AM CDT
Robin,
Just wanted to send some positive thoughts and cyber hugs to you guys. Keeping Ashley in my thoughts and prayers that those counts will rebound soon. Take care!
Lorie, mom to Ben (5, ALL)
ALL-KIDS list
Lorie H <lghirsh@hotmail.com>
Tn - Wednesday, June 20, 2007 9:08 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Can't believe we are two weeks into summer vacation already! I don't get to see many of your friends now that summer is here. My son Tyler plays baseball so I do see Drew Holland and Colton Myers every week. I also run into Lexie at summer school once in awhile. I had a meeting with the other 4th grade teachers on Monday and they were all thinking of you :) I hope you are still able to get outside and enjoy some of this beautiful weather. I have to go wake up Meghan - she has summer school this morning.
Take care Ashley - stay strong and keep smiling!!
Love, Mrs. Weber
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Applton, WI - Wednesday, June 20, 2007 8:24 AM CDT
Good morning! Wishing you a good day and sending lots of love.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, June 20, 2007 5:45 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin,
Sorry we missed you today when we were at CHOW. Colin picked out some of his favorite candies from when he used to be in-patient. We hope you like it. :-) Boy were we surprised to see that our old clinic is now the HOT unit. Things have changed! The hospital looks different every time we are out there. Robin it would have been great to finally meet you. Hopefully, one of these days!
www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin
Jan L. -- ALL-kids relapse list <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Tuesday, June 19, 2007 11:31 PM CDT
Sending all of you hugs and love. Our prayers continue for you all. We are proud of you and love you lots, Muffy and family
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Tuesday, June 19, 2007 10:07 PM CDT
Ashely, Zachary gets to see one of your doctors tomorrow and for the rest of the week, Dr. Kasper. I hope I spelled it correctly. Yes, we understand about the holiday celebrations being not quite what we want. How about this one? It was our wedding anniversary last week, and David brought me supper-a hospital tray. How lovely is that??!! Take care and stay strong!
Suanne and the boys (David, Zachary, & Timothy)
- Tuesday, June 19, 2007 4:23 PM CDT
It's me again dropping in and saying praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
Wichita, KS - Tuesday, June 19, 2007 11:04 AM CDT
Indeed - as you said "pick up your head and keep going." You guys are awesome, through it all you keep on...good for you and we pray that God provide you all that you need. Certainly He has...each other. I'm glad you had some time together for cake and smiles. Wishing you many more.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, June 19, 2007 5:48 AM CDT
Just stopping by to leave a quick hello and let you know that I'm praying for Ashley.
Jennifer from the prayer bears <sassy_girl913@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Tuesday, June 19, 2007 0:30 AM CDT
I hope you have a restful night Ashley and Robin. Sending you love and praying for comfort and "good cells." Sweet dream precious ones.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, June 18, 2007 10:24 PM CDT
i miss you ashley so much, hope you feel better really really soon, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay, wi usa - Monday, June 18, 2007 9:05 PM CDT
Ashley, All of the nurses miss you here at St. Vincent. You are loved by many! Keep fighting like a tiger with lots of courage and hope! Take care!
David, Suanne, Zachary and Timothy Prestby
- Monday, June 18, 2007 2:58 PM CDT
I hope things have continued to improve since your last entry. Please know that we have been thinking about you so much all week. Get Better Ashley!
Andrea--Ethan's mom <heyandrea@comporium.net>
- Monday, June 18, 2007 2:17 PM CDT
Hi Debes family,
I hope that this weekend went as well as it could, and that Ashley is recovering from the procedures last week. Mark ~ Happy Father's Day! I hope you were all able to be together at least. I know that means so much -- no matter where it is -- just to have the whole family together gives all of you strength. Robin, thanks for keeping us informed of what's going on. You know we all care so much...
STILL praying for you here in Virginia (and in DC too, when I'm at work!) ~ Grow good cells, grow! Go away nasty fungus!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, June 18, 2007 1:15 PM CDT
Still praying for you.
David Melton angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Monday, June 18, 2007 11:54 AM CDT
So, any sign of those wonderful WBC's yet?? Grow good cells Grow!!!
I hope your Dad had a good Father's Day!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
caringbridge.org/in/matthewk
nancy vinson
- Monday, June 18, 2007 10:55 AM CDT
Sending BIG HUGS! Praying every day and writing a song too. Hope to seing it for you soon! God bless! Ashley, set out luminaria for you and Ryan at the relay for life on Friday. We took a picture-but not sure it'll come out. I'll get the developed tomorrow.
Peace!
Robbin and kellbell
www.caringbridge.org/in/kellbell
robbin lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
perwaukee, wi - Sunday, June 17, 2007 9:50 PM CDT
I like to fill a glass with ice and pour a Stawberry Boost over it and suck it down with a straw when it's nice and chilled! I don't like to eat much lately and so this is my form of nutrition...it's not bad and might be worth a try! I also bought a juicer a few months back and just juice stuff, not that that is an easy choice in the hospital...
I hope you get some white cells soon...grow cells grow!
Thinking of you ALL THE TIME and praying!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Sunday, June 17, 2007 11:04 AM CDT
Hi Robin and Family. Ashley, I agree...I would pick the chocolate boost too. But what girl wouldn't? hehe.
We are keeping you all very close in our thoughts and prayers. I will say some extra ones for today's test results. Ashley, do what mom and the doctors tell you to do sweetie...I know its hard to eat when you feel yucky, but do your best. I'll have a little chat with the tummy Angels and tell them to cut you some slack!
Thanks for keeping us updated Robin! We'll continue to check in!
Vicki Corson ALL-KIDS and Angel Wings
Mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Sunday, June 17, 2007 10:39 AM CDT
Hi, Debes family! I'm glad to hear that you're getting some playtime in, Ashley.....it's no fun feeling 'yucky' as my almost 11 year old son, Collin, would say. I check on all of you & keep you in my prayers. Hang in there!
Here's a joke from my kiddo:
Why did the weiner dog jump into the freezer?
He was a hot dog who wanted to be a 'chilly' dog!
Hugs & Love from our family to yours!
www.caringbridge.org/fl/collinburke
Shanon Burke, mom of an all relapse kiddo <legomom0701@aol.com>
Eustis, FL USA - Sunday, June 17, 2007 10:35 AM CDT
I hope you had a fun time playing those games Ashlee and Ryan! So heares a little something
Danielle And Quinn <Danicole10@yahoo.com Or Funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, June 17, 2007 10:03 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Ali put Hershey's syrup in the Boost to help with the flavor...it did help :)
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, June 16, 2007 10:37 PM CDT
Hey Ashley,
I check your website every day and you are one very brave and sstrong little girl. I am glad that you have fun playing games. But i am sorry to hear about your fever. I hope it goes down. And i will keep you in my prayers..
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Saturday, June 16, 2007 8:55 PM CDT
Hi Ashley (Robin too!!) from the Prestby "Boy's" from Room 1005 St. Vinnies high rent condo! It's the Boy's weekend again (Zachary, Timothy, & David). We are all praying hard for you Ashley and we hope you feel better and your temps start going down soon. Nurse Jane (the Best nurse in the USA) just stopped in and she says, "Ashley, don't scare any nurses with the Bug-Ball" hahaha!!! Zachary is still hoping to get to Children's Hospital sometime around June 25th. Zachary will finally be past the Chicken Pox scare! So, Ashley get ready for the "Boys" coming down and hopefully your rooms will be close together--it makes having the pizza parties easier!! Take care and stay strong!
With Love & Prayers,
The Prestby Boys (plus Nurse Jane)!
David, Zachary, & Timothy <dprestby@menominee.edu>
- Saturday, June 16, 2007 10:14 AM CDT
Hi Ashley!
Sending XXX and OOO's from CA,
Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 15, 2007 11:08 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I am happy to read that the checks arrived. The kindergartners had a fun time at the fundraiser for you and Keegan. I am sending prayers for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 15, 2007 10:58 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and family - I am thinking about you all the time and have everything crossed (toes, fingers, etc.) that the new med plus the others will help to clear the fungal infection. I think about you Ashley - doing lots of crafts to keep busy while in the hospital and admire everyones' patience. Take care & bye for now.
Connie (Mom to Sophie 28 months with ALL now in LTM)
Connie Luck
Vancouver, Canada - Friday, June 15, 2007 9:53 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Robin and everyone! I just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you out here in California, hoping that Ashley's lungs continue to clear so you can get on with the BMT. Hang in there -- we are in your corner.
Deb Gruenfeld (mom to Dayssi) <gruenfeld_deborah@gsb.stanford.edu>
Stanford, CA - Friday, June 15, 2007 9:37 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Keegan helped me pick out a special present for you. You should be getting it in the mail soon. We are praying for that fever to go away and for you to feel good soon.
Love and hugs,
Audra, Keegan and the rest of the gang!
www.caringbridge.org/co/keegan <audramama@yahoo.com>
Fayetteville, GA USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 8:56 PM CDT
It is great to hear that Ashley is doing even better today, and we will be praying that the new med works to get rid of that infection quickly. BMT here you come!
Wendy Kilburn - ALL-Kids
TX - Friday, June 15, 2007 8:03 PM CDT
Blessed Father's Day
For Fatherly Guidance
Lord God, author of all wisdom,
Teach me how to do my work as a father according to your will.
Enlighten my mind that I may understand what to tell my children when it is necessary to give them direction or advice.
Give me good judgment to understand true spiritual values and to guide my family in your ways.
The world makes little of your wisdom and is not instructed in your ways, and close contact with the world makes it easy to become dulled to the things of solid spiritual worth.
Be my guide at all times, that I may be a true father and husband, sensitive always to the divine wisdom that only you can impart.
God, by the light of the Holy Spirit you instruct the hearts of your faithful.
Grant that I may be truly wise and ever enjoy his consolation, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Where there is great love there are always miracles.--Willa Cather
The Prayer Bears
Barb
- Friday, June 15, 2007 7:14 PM CDT
Sending thoughts, prayers, peace and strength from Maryland.
Karen, Clare's mom www.caringbridge.org/md/clareschmidt (ALL-Kids)
Cabin John, MD - Friday, June 15, 2007 6:59 PM CDT
Robin and Family - thinking of you and holding you close in thought and prayer. We'll keep checking in...thank you so much for keeping us updated.
Vicki C/ALL-KIDS and Angel Wings
Mom to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Northfield, VT - Friday, June 15, 2007 6:22 PM CDT
Hello and hugs to you all! So glad to read your update. Great news of the empty marrow. Will continue our prayers for remission and transplant, and successful treatment of lung infection. Know our love and prayers are with you always! Thinking of you and sending all our love and support. Take care. Much love, Muffy and family
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 5:49 PM CDT
Big hugs all around! I'll be stopping by Children's to see you over the weekend. I have something for you all. Don't worry-I don't plan on going into the room! I don't want to risk bringing in a bug from somewhere. If you get a chance to e-mail me. Let me know if there is anything you need from the store-anything from anywhere! Is Ashley wanting anything special? You name it she's got it! Did the hospital give you a bag of supplies in a bright colored bag? If you didn't get one-I'll bring one to you. It has all kinds of "Jail" supplies. Call if you need anything! 262-443-8690
Peace!
Robbin and Kellbell
www.caringbridge.org/in/kellbell
robbin lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
pewaukee, wi - Friday, June 15, 2007 4:10 PM CDT
Praying for you. www.groups.yahoo.com/group/angel_wings
David Melton <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Friday, June 15, 2007 11:27 AM CDT
Hello Ashley and Family,
I sure hope that today is a better day for you and that you are in good spirits. My son had a fungal infection a little while ago and he needed it cleared up in order to prepare for transplant. We can now prepare for transplant because the infection is all clear and I am sure in my heart yours will clear up too!
Blessings,
Elaina www.caringbridge.org/visit/deltonourhero
New York, NY - Friday, June 15, 2007 11:20 AM CDT
HI Robin, Ashley and Family,
We are sending you all huge cyber hugs and lots of prayers. So elated that Ashley's BMA is empty. Praying that when her ANC comes back it only shows healthy white fighting cells and that her fungal infection goes away soon.
Hugs, and Prayers,
www.caringbridge.org/al/elizabethhope
Machelle Johnson (ALL-Kids listserv) <MJmomathome@aol.com>
- Friday, June 15, 2007 10:04 AM CDT
Hi Ashley, Hope you are feeling better today. I sent the supplies for Chippy Chips house sign with a special friend!!! Take your time and don't worry about how long it takes to finish, just have fun.
Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green bay, WI USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 9:22 AM CDT
Checking in to see how Ashley is doing, so sorry to hear that she has a fungal infection, I will pray that it clears quickly and completely so she can move forward with a transplant. We keep your family in our prayers as you have had to deal with cancer in ways beyond what I can even imagine...so I pray for strength and especially healing!! We are thinking of you from CA - The Spragues
Andrew's Page <kim.sprague@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 9:09 AM CDT
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ashley and all of you. Despite everything Ashley is undergoing she still has that beautiful big smile and a good bolster from her brother! Stay super strong and know there are so many people who are behind you!
Deb and Tate
www.caringbridge.org/visit/tatebalcarek
deb balcarek <dbalcarek@msn.com>
south easton, MA USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 8:12 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and family,
We're so happy about your good news. Hope things continue to go well as you head toward transplant. We're thinking of you in Florida!
Kelli and Ben - www.caringbridge.org/visit/benbrew
Kelli Brew
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 6:59 AM CDT
Hi Ashley & Family,
Sending lots of prayers and positive thoughts that the fungal infection is easily treated -- and quickly too. Keep smiling Ashley!
Love,
Katarina and
Amy Hausman <amyholli1@yahoo.com>
Naperville, IL - Thursday, June 14, 2007 11:19 PM CDT
I was so glad to hear the good news!! Will be praying for those counts to come back up and be blast free. Also praying for the doctors to have God-given wisdom to come up with the best plan for Ashley and for her fevers to go away and never come back.
The ALL group is holding cyber hands and praying all together in one accord for your family. May Ashley feel our prayers lifting her up and making her strong.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Thursday, June 14, 2007 9:25 PM CDT
I am so glad for the turn around in the BMA! I hope you are on the right path for your bone marrow transplant! We are on hold for our transplant also. Our date was moved from the 20th of June to hopefully the 12 of July. Here is praying for only the best of news coming from the midwest! Rootinf for you from Washington!
Margie- mom to Karissa- dx'd with ALL 1/95, ot 9/97, Anna, Dx'd withMDS awaiting bone marrow transplant; and William, dx'd with ITP; and proud wife to a soldier <huhnerhaus@comcast.net>
Fort Lewis, WA - Thursday, June 14, 2007 6:35 PM CDT
Hi,
I'm dropping in to say "hello", I saw your name on Cali Ali's page. Know that I will be praying for you. Sending love and prayers from Scotland, Rosi
www.caringbridge.org/kayla
rosi <rosipullin@hotmail.com>
Glasgow, scotland - Thursday, June 14, 2007 5:24 PM CDT
I'll be keeping you in my prayers that the infection clears and you keep on down the right path to transplant!
Christina (www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery
Rockville, m - Thursday, June 14, 2007 1:51 PM CDT
Robin, BIG hugs from Upstate NY. Praying for Ashley and for you all. I'm praying especially for YOU as the mom and a great mom at that.
Peace,
Will & Katie's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/williamarmstrong
Angie Armstrong <samandang@gmail.com>
Albany, NY - Thursday, June 14, 2007 1:32 PM CDT
HI, Ashley! I am a friend from ALL-KIDS. I am glad that you are doing well. I have a whole group of friends that are keeping you in their prayers. I think about you every day. You are a true inspiration to us all! Looking forward to more good updates, Danielle
Danielle Fortuna <drivemeloco@yahoo.com>
Newport News, Va - Thursday, June 14, 2007 1:30 PM CDT
Congrats on no leukemia cells!!!! We are praying that the fungal infection will clear up soon, and then she is off to transplant.
Wendy Kilburn <d-wkilburn@juno.com>
TX - Thursday, June 14, 2007 12:56 AM CDT
Ashley,
Greetings from your old stomping grounds on 10th floor at St. Vincent! Sending you strength, love, and hope my dear!
David, Suanne, Zachary & Timothy
- Thursday, June 14, 2007 9:36 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Our family is thinking of you today and wanted to send you a big HELLO from Ohio!
Stay strong,
Betsy Hammond, mom to Kaitlyn-age 7 Dx. ALL 1/17/06
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Thursday, June 14, 2007 9:07 AM CDT
Ashley,We just wanted to say a quick hello and hope you are having a wonderful day.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Thursday, June 14, 2007 3:38 AM CDT
Thinking of you all with lots of love and lots of prayers. Love from The Culhanes
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 10:18 PM CDT
Ashley!
What a treat to read your journal entry! We are always thinking of you and know you're going to do AWESOME!!! Give hugs to everyone for us :-)
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 7:39 PM CDT
Ashley, we are praying for you all the way down here in Georgia! Tell your mom an All-Kids friend stopped by to say hi, and hope you are feeling great again soon!
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 6:48 PM CDT
Ashley i was so thrilled to read your update
honey and learn that you are doing so well.
Keep the faith princess we are all praying for you..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 4:27 PM CDT
Hi Ashley --
Taylor tried calling you today after summer school (around lunch time) but was only able to leave a message. She hopes you're feeling well after your proceedures yesterday. Give us a call if you're feeling up to it. We think about you always and pray for you daily.
Hugs,
Tammy (Tay-Tay's Mom)
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 2:46 PM CDT
I am thinking of you today, Ashley, and hoping that you have a good day.
I have a joke for you, but I have to warn you this joke is a favorite of my 6 and 4 year old sons!
Why did Tigger stick his head in the toilet?
*He was looking for Pooh!*
har har
Erica Hoelscher, mom to Zenus, ALL-kids <ebh2@lehigh.edu>
- Wednesday, June 13, 2007 11:48 AM CDT
Praying for you Ashley.
David Melton/ angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
Wichita , KS USA - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 10:55 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family. Just dropping in to see how things are going and to say hi. Hope you had a grand time with your sisters. Love and prayers,
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 10:35 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family...I just wanted to check in to let you know I am thinking about you and praying for remission to get you to transplant!!! I miss you...
Nurse Jodi
Jodi Greer <jodi.greer@thedacare.org>
Appleton, WI - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 9:30 AM CDT
Hi Ashley & Family,
Sending you lots of positive thoughts and prayers. Keep smiling Ashley!
Love,
Katarina and
Amy Hausman <amyholli1@yahoo.com>
Naperville, IL - Wednesday, June 13, 2007 0:15 AM CDT
Ashley....
Love the new picture. I can see you are a stuffed animal lover as well. Keep smiling. Remember there are lots of people praying for you every single minute of every day. Good job with the update too.
(((HUGS))))
Lori (ALL-kids mom to Amanda) <galer404@dejazzd.com>
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 9:55 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Ryan and family,
Looks like monkies have taken over childrens hospital! I saw a double shooting star tonight and wished only good things for you and Zach. It was a very cool site. Ryan you are such a big little brother and so helpful. Hope all are doing well. Try not to get too bored. Hugs and prayers. Love Grandma Jean
Jean Peltier <jeanpltr@yahoo.com>
Kimberly, WI USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 9:45 PM CDT
Hi Ashley. I am one of Mom's friends from ALL-KIDS. I wanted to say how cool it is to see you update your site! My daughter Morgan is 14 and she has leukemia too. She likes to update her site herself sometimes. Its nice to hear how you are doing!
Just want you to know that a family WAAAAYYYYY over here in Vermont is praying for you and thinking of you today. Keep your chin up and stay strong! We'll keep checking in to see how you are doing!
Vicki Corson ALL-KIDS and Angel Wings
Mommy to Morgan, 14, ALL Leukemia
www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Vicki Corson and Family
Northfield , VT - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 9:09 PM CDT
Thinking of you all and sending hugs and prayers...
hugs from your ALLKIDS family,
Heather, mom to Brianna dx ALL , www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine, daughter to Pete, dx CLL. SCT 8/3/06 www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek
syracuse, ny USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 8:28 PM CDT
i love you ashley so much, you are so brave sweet girl!!!
love, nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 8:05 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, Keegan says hello! We are praying for your remission so you can move on to transplant.
Love, hugs, and prayers
Audra and Keegan www.caringbridge.org/co/keegan <audramama@yahoo.com>
fayetteville, ga usa - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 7:38 PM CDT
HI Ashley,
I am an on-line friend of your mom's...she keeps us updated on ALL-Kids. I have a son Brandon, who is in 4th grade...He is a survivor of ALL- just like you will be!
You keep smiling and laughing. We are so happy your school friends, your parents and doctors are taking such good care of you!
Cindy, mom to Brandon, ALL Kids
Damascus, MD - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 6:43 PM CDT
Ashely (and family)
Just wanted you to know that I went to church today to pray specifically for you! I prayed for your total remission so that you may proceed to transplant, have a successful transplant and live a cancer free, healthy,long and happy life.
Thinking of you.
Emma Maddon (Zachary's mom - dx ALL 11/05)
Emma Maddon - www.caringbridge.com/visit/zacharymaddon <emaddon@aol.com>
New York City, NY - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 5:53 PM CDT
That monkey hat is CUTE!
I am thinking of you and your family.
Jolene: Mom to Samantha dx 7/05 ALL and Erika
MD - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 4:37 PM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley, just wanted to stop by and let you know we're thinking of you guys!
Lots of love,
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 4:15 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I read your entry today. You have soo many nice friends. Please know that you also have friends from Bucks County, PA that send prayers and best wishes.
Eileen, Mom to Thomas (19), Dx: t-cell ALL 6/00, OT: 08/02
Eileen Greco <thomasg102@aol.com>
Holland, PA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 2:52 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, thanks for the update! Just wanted to stop by to tell you that I was thinking of you and your family and also praying for you. My little boy has ALL too and I "know" your mom through the ALL-Kids mailing list. :)
Peace be with you today and always...
Love,
Jade
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jonahkeane
Jade Keane <jadekeane@gmail.com>
Zionsvile, IN - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 2:46 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! I love your update! Just wanted you to know that Kyle and I are praying for you. Your mom and I are online friends. I hope you have a great day!
Beth (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts)
Beth DeHoff <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 1:44 PM CDT
Robin, Ashley and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and everyday forward. I just heard about Ashley from another "cancer mom". My daughter McKenna, who's 9 years old, will be going to transplant on July 9th at the U of M hospital. This will be her second. I will pray for both of our girls to be cured once and for all!
www.caringbridge.org/mn/mckenna
Krista Johnson <krista_johnson@allianzlife.com>
Brooklyn Park, MN USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 12:50 AM CDT
Thinking of you and your family and praying for remission every day.
Nice giraffe!
Kari - mom to Dawson (ALL-kids) <kfenrich@hotmail.com>
Camrose, AB Canada - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 11:45 AM CDT
Hi Just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. Hope you have a good day. Stay cool.
HUGS
www.caringbridge.org/mn/alexisstern
Karen Stern <kstern@connections-etc.net>
Big Lake, MN - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 11:18 AM CDT
praying for you. www.groups.yahoo.com/group/angel_wings
David Melton <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 11:14 AM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I hope today is a good day for you! I love the new picture on your front page of you, Ryan and that super-colorful giraffe! You all 3 are pretty darn cute!!
Tell your Mom I said "hi!!"
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
caringbridge.org/in/matthewk
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 10:47 AM CDT
Hi Ashley! Thanks for typing such a wonderful message. It was great to hear from YOU! I love the new picture of you and Ryan. It looks like you're really having fun with all of your new monkeys! Keep smiling and know that we're thinking of you!!!!!!
Mrs. Erdmann <kerdmann@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 9:27 AM CDT
enjoyed reading your entry. Hope you are feeling better.
Elizabeth (5.5 yr) is on day 46 after her bone marrow transplant and is wishing she could go home. We are at
Homestead Suites very close to the medical center for now. She misses her "puppies". Her g'pa brought the calmest dog to see her Saturday and they had a good time snuggling and taking short walks. She loves it when her sister comes to visit.
Elizabeth and
Suzanne Stoltz
Kingwood, TX usa - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 9:08 AM CDT
Great entry Ashley - so nice to hear from you. I have a little boy in 4th grade too - his favorite subjects are math & gym.
Hope to hear from you more often :).
Trevor's mom, Maria
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 7:15 AM CDT
Hi Ashley:
You sure wrote one nice entry. You are very smart and a very good writer. Just wanted to let you know that we are pulling and praying for you here in New Jersey.
Noelle, Claire & George <cgntal@verizon.net>
Morris Township, NJ USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2007 6:27 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I was happy to read your update, it's great to hear from you, although I like your mom's updates too. :) I was just checking in on you and wanted to let you know I'm sending good wishes and prayers your way.
Christina - ALL Kids (www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1)
Christina Avery <eandchris@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 5:18 AM CDT
Ashley,
Thanks for letting us hear from you and for the latest picture - you look great! You certainly can't tell from that picture that you've been getting so much nasty chemo! It sounds like you've got lots of crafts to do - let us know when you need more. Ryan looks great too ~ I'm sure he's nice to have around (most of the time, right?!).
We're praying hard for remission on Friday so you can go on to your re-birthday!
Lots of love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, June 11, 2007 12:14 AM CDT
Hey Ashley,
I am glad that you are feeling a little better. I loved reading what you had wrote. And i am glad that you found a 10/10 match.. I hope that works out. I am glad that you have all that stuff to do and to play with it sound fun.. Bye
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Monday, June 11, 2007 10:20 AM CDT
Hey Ashley,
I'm 10 too! I just got out of school June 7th. I think you are very brave for a kid as young as you and I. I hope you have better luck in the future! Over and out=-)
Emily Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com >
Boulder Junction, WI U.S.A. - Monday, June 11, 2007 10:15 AM CDT
Hi Ashley!
It's so nice that you were able to type an entry on the webpage journal. I printed it tonight so Taylor could read it in the morning as she is getting ready for Summer School. She's going to miss you there, but I bet you two can make a date to do Summer School together next year for sure!! By then you'll have kicked cancer's butt for the last time and be a very successful bone marrow transplant recipient!!
By the way, Twinkie misses you (her mama) a lot. We'll keep making sure she's a plump and healthy bun-bun for when you can have her back "purring" in your lap again! :)
Take care and we'll talk with you soon.
Tay-Tay's Mom
Tammy (aka Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI 54915 - Sunday, June 10, 2007 9:44 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
It is so great to "hear" from you!! You sound like you are doing pretty well! I am a friend of your Mom! I hope she is doing well today too!
My sons name is Matthew and he is 15. He relapsed like you and is about to go off treatment in July!
Keep up the great work Ashley and say hi to your Mom
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Sunday, June 10, 2007 7:05 PM CDT
It is great that you are keeping busy at the hosptial, and that the doctors were able to find a 10/10 match for you! Keep up the good spirts, and the chemo will do its job, and then on to transplant to kick this cancer for good!
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kadenkilburn
Wendy Kilburn- ALL Kids
TX USA - Sunday, June 10, 2007 3:24 PM CDT
Just stopping by and still praying for Ashley. I'm sorry about the fevers - more prayers that nothing grows in the cultures. That's great news that Ashley is cheerful and up to doing things. Hang tough you guys.
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, June 9, 2007 11:12 PM CDT
checking in, hope the fevers stay down. I will be in that area June 20th & June 27th if you need me to do anything or bring anyone to you let me know.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
- Saturday, June 9, 2007 5:00 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin,
Just checking in on you guys and thought I would say "hi". Hope the fevers stay away while your chemo is doing it's job, and we'll be praying for good results on the next BMA!
Love,
Holly & Tommy (ALL-KIDS) <mom03@austin.rr.com>
Buda, TX USA - Saturday, June 9, 2007 4:16 PM CDT
Hey Ashley,
I am so sorry for your fevers. I hope they really have gone down.. Well at least you are having fun playing. Have Fun.. And keeping you in my prayers.
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Saturday, June 9, 2007 2:52 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I am sorry to read about your fevers...but I was happy to read that you are still happy and feeling up to watching DVD's, etc.
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, June 9, 2007 11:46 AM CDT
Praying for you.
David Melton/angel_wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, June 9, 2007 11:26 AM CDT
Just stopping by to let you know that I am praying that this round of chemo has put Ashley into a full and complete remission.
Jennifer from the prayer bears <sassy_girl913@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Friday, June 8, 2007 6:21 PM CDT
I'm so glad to read that Ashley is feeling pretty good despite what she's going through. Ashley, you are a real fighter. Robin, if there is anything I can do please let me know. We aren't far away.
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Friday, June 8, 2007 4:46 PM CDT
Hi Debes! Home safely. Great to see you today!! Love you lots and our prayers continue. Take care. God bless you. Talk to you soon and I'll be down to play again! I am proud of you. Lots of Love, Muffy and family
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Thursday, June 7, 2007 9:44 PM CDT
Hello, girlfriend. Just stopping by to let you know I'm thinking about you today. I'm glad to read your treatments are going so well. Keep fighting, sweet one. Keep that positive attitude of your going and going and going and going. Well, you get the picture. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family. May he also watch over your medical team with His divine guidance and knowledge.
I believe in you!!
Polly/Angel_Wings <polly1511@gmail.com>
Rolette, ND USA - Thursday, June 7, 2007 4:55 PM CDT
Praying for you.
david Melton angel-wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, June 7, 2007 2:45 PM CDT
Hi, Ashley!
I love these CB Pages because you can leave clipart :-) We were just stopping by to say "HI" (hey, that rhymes!) and to send hugs from Illinois...
You are an amazing girl and so very strong!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Thursday, June 7, 2007 6:19 AM CDT
Just stopping by to check in on you. We are praying hard for good results from your BMA. What a relief about the GCSF. The things that make us cancer moms happy. :)
Enjoy your family this weekend. We will check back soon.
Tiffany - mom to Jackson and Faith (ALL-Kids) <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Wednesday, June 6, 2007 11:26 AM CDT
Greetings Ashley & Family!!! Zachary's BMA went well yesterday in GB and we (like you too!) are hoping and praying for a good report, which is to be sometime today. If Zach is in remission we will be coming down to Children's. Is there a room next to yours open? Also, we can have another Pizza Party!!-We will charge it to Dr. Sach's account--Haha!! Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers and we also keep you Ashley and your wonderful family in our prayers as well. Stay strong Ashley and we will be seeing you all soon! Love, The Prestby's
Dr. David Prestby <dprestby@menominee.edu>
Keshena, WI USA - Wednesday, June 6, 2007 9:31 AM CDT
I'm so glad that Ashley is feeling relatively well through all of this chemo. It's great that she wants to be up and walking around. I think of you all daily, and pray that Ashley continues to do well and achieves remission so she can go on to a successful transplant. Good riddance, leukemia!
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, June 6, 2007 8:46 AM CDT
I'm glad to hear that Ashley did so well during the tough chemo. I'm praying that the drugs will do their work-- that she will be in remission soon and on the road to transplant and total healing. Ashley, you are a very special girl and you have a wonderful family behind you. I hope you continue to feel well and can enjoy your trips outside the hospital. Hang in there!
Peggy Hines <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Wednesday, June 6, 2007 7:53 AM CDT
Hi Ashley, I am so happy you are doing well! I am checking in here everyday to see how everything is going. Stay strong, and be well! Love Kristen (pokwl) Kalilah's Grandma)
Kristen <kengvaldsen@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, June 5, 2007 11:39 AM CDT
Hey Ashley,
I have been checking your website every day. And i just wanted to say that you are one tough little girl, and that you are very strong. I hope you are feeling good.
Meghan Woods <megpie_0505@yahoo.com>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Monday, June 4, 2007 8:48 PM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to say hello.Hope all is going well.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Monday, June 4, 2007 6:44 PM CDT
ashley, i miss you and ryan, my precious angels.
the wii game sounds like such incredible incredible fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!i want one too...
i am so glad you are feeling good, that does my heart good.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, June 4, 2007 4:43 PM CDT
Hi Robin & Ashley!
I was looking too for the mailing address for the hospital and this is what I found.
Mailing Address
Name and/or Department
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
PO Box 1997
Milwaukee, WI 53201-1997
(The other one is listed as "street address")
Taylor wants to send Ashley a card so I think I'll try this PO Box and see if it gets there. I'm sure Ashley will let Tay-Tay know if she gets it.
Glad to know things are going well down there!
Hugs from us here in Appleton,
Tammy Jeske
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI 54915 - Monday, June 4, 2007 4:08 PM CDT
Glad to see things are going well. Ashley, what games do you have for the WII? We are thinking about getting one and I would like some advice on the best games. Take care and God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, June 4, 2007 1:10 PM CDT
Ashley ~ I'm so glad the Decadron is helping with the IVIGg and other things you're getting. Stay strong ~ you're a survivor!
Jennifer ~ Happy graduation, and best wishes as you go on to high school next year!
All ~ We're praying hard for all of you as you battle this together.
With lots of love,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, June 3, 2007 3:07 PM CDT
Ashley, we hope that you picked out some fun things at the gift shop. Moreover, we hope that you are feeling okay and that you continue to kick the hinny of this stupid disease.
Noelle, Claire & George <cgntal@optonline.net>
Morristown, NJ USA - Sunday, June 3, 2007 9:25 AM CDT
Ashley & Robin,
Thinking of you. Rooting for you big time from NJ!
Trevor, 's mom Maria (all-kids)
- Sunday, June 3, 2007 8:02 AM CDT
I am so pleased to read things are going so well. Sending love from CA!
Postcard Cindy <clatoure@aol.com>
Sonoma, CA USA - Saturday, June 2, 2007 9:29 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
Just checking in to see how you are doing and to let you know I am rooting for you in CA!
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, June 2, 2007 7:22 PM CDT
good luck ash
rachel <lilvan111@aim.com>
appleton, wi usa - Saturday, June 2, 2007 1:08 PM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley. I looked up the hospital's address. Here it is:
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
9000 W. Wisconsin Avenue (Room 8504)
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Thinking of you and checking in daily.
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Saturday, June 2, 2007 7:44 AM CDT
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ashley. You are one tough cookie! God bless you and your family.
Hugs from Ohio,
Betsy Hammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Friday, June 1, 2007 11:56 PM CDT
Matthew had 2 of the 3 chemo's today that Ashley will be on! He had Cytoxin and Vp-16. He's up in bed right now :(
I hope today went well!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Friday, June 1, 2007 4:33 PM CDT
I hope the Clofarabine, VP-16 and Cytoxan went well...continued prayers from Virginia!!
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, June 1, 2007 8:31 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family! We are always thinking of you in North Dakota! Keep fighting, we pray that this chemo will be just what you need. This Saturday is our Relay for Life, we will light a luminary for you and Ryan and will be thinking of you. Hang in there, all of you!
Steph (all kids) www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <jochim1@westriv.com>
Flasher, ND - Thursday, May 31, 2007 4:46 PM CDT
I am always checking in and keeping you so close in prayers! Keep fighting the fight...you are an amazing family with amazing strength!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
Broomfield, CO - Thursday, May 31, 2007 4:15 PM CDT
Checking in daily, thanks for keeping us updated. The spongebob game sounds neat..my kids love SB :) Let me know if you need anything Robin.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI - Thursday, May 31, 2007 12:48 AM CDT
Hi Ashley --
I am so sorry Taylor was not home Wednesday night to talk to you on the phone! We had taken the girls out of school early to head over to Stevens Point to celebrate their grandmother's 70th birthday and we got home late after 10pm. Way...WAY too late to call you back.
Taylor will be home tonight and we can try calling you via your mom's cell. We hope and pray you are doing well Ashley...and that your body is working hard with the chemo to get rid of the bad to make way for the good!!
Hugs to you,
"Tay Tay's" Mom
p/s Taylor really misses you a LOT!
Tammy (aka Tay-Tay's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Thursday, May 31, 2007 9:12 AM CDT
Hi, Ashley and Robin. Kyle and I pray for you every night. I hope and pray the chemo does all the good jobs it needs to do for you and that the infection clears, too. Know you have the support and prayers of all of us on the ALL-KIDS list.
Beth, mom to Kyle (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 10:18 PM CDT
hey Ashley! Its been a long time since I've visited your sight. But anyway I see you are up at childen's. are the childlife people are keeping you busy? they did for me! hang in there and treat yourself to an orange soda you deserve it!
P.S could you e-mail me your CHOW address when you have time? Your cancer buddy Cora
Cora <pinkyjr913@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, May 30, 2007 9:22 PM CDT
Ashley,
My thoughts prayers are with you and your entire family for a speedy recovery and remission. Keep those CHW Dr's and nurses on their toes!
God Bless,
Bill
Bill Schmidt (Cora's Dad) <bill.schmidt@steckermachine.com>
Manty, wi - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 8:55 PM CDT
Just checking in. Praying hard for you here in PA that remission is a must!!! And that your body accepts the chemo to do its job with no bad side effects. Lots of people love you Ash...you are one special gal.
***HUGS***
Lori (ALL-kids mom to Amanda with iron overload too) <galer404@dejazzd.com>
- Wednesday, May 30, 2007 7:20 PM CDT
Wow, Ashley, you got the VIP treatment with the helicopter ride! But then you're a very special young lady. Keep fighting; your prayer warriors are working hard.
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 11:12 AM CDT
Dear Ashley and Robin,
I'm catching up on you guys after being out of town. It sounds like you've got a plan. I'm praying the infection gets under control so you have more energy to beat those nasty blasts once and for all!
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 8:44 AM CDT
ashley, i hope you are feeling good tonite sweetie!!!!!!!!where did you go on your pass? did you go to that great burger place!!!!!!!!
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 8:47 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I was really sorry to hear you got sick again and had to go back to the hospital. I bet being in the helicopter was fun. You will have to tell me all about it. I hope you are feeling better. I miss you. Call me if you can.
LULAS,
Tay-Tay
Taylor Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 6:45 PM CDT
hi ashley and robin,
well you made the flight, thank heavens!!!!!!!!that is a good sign....
how is CHOW treating you? i miss you guys...room 1026 is not the same without you, believe me...i passed that room all day today and thought "where is my sweet ashley"... you will be ok in CHOW though. they have nice nurses there too. i will see you girls soon hopefully...
hugs and kisses, love nurse jane
i cannot wait to hear all about the flight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i would have had a heart attack on the flight, i am a big baby when it comes to that stuff. hahahahah!!!!!!!!
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 5:46 PM CDT
So, Ashley, you got to take a ride in a helicopter? Did you see any cool sites? I hope Mommy's tummy and nerves have calmed down!!
Thinking of you all today as you start on the next step of your journey in Milwaukee! You can do it!!!!!!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, May 29, 2007 9:20 AM CDT
I hope that things go smoothly this week. Continuing thinking about you.
Kathy Ricigliano mom to Michael <riciglianok@bellsouth.net>
Kernersville, NC - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 5:58 AM CDT
Robin and Ashley,
I hope your flight to CHOW went well. I was really sad that you didn't get to spend the whole weekend at home but then again I have always wanted to ride on a helicopter so maybe you had a good day anyway. I hope your fever is down and you are resting well. Hang in there and I will call you soon. I will be looking for Chippy chip's new house sign on Wed Ashley. I can't wait for you to paint or decorate it however you want to. Journey had his nose right up to the stair where Chippy Chip hides but he didn't come out to play though so Journey chased Pumpkin around the yard for a little while until she got mad and barked at him to back off. Poor Journ..no friends wanted to play today.I will get a picture of the two of them for you soon. Take care and I am thinking of you all. Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Monday, May 28, 2007 8:06 PM CDT
I felt really sad reading your last entry, b/c I wanted Ashley to spend Memorial Day at home, with her family, having as much fun as she could. Really, can she catch a break??? Even just a damn weekend?
My prayers are with you all as you gear up to really kick cancer ass back to hell forever.
Ashley, I have always wanted to take a helicopter ride and hope it was fantastic for you. I hope your mom made it thru the ride ok, breakfast intact, hehe.
((((hugs))))
Rita
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Monday, May 28, 2007 1:58 PM CDT
Hi guys, I know that I left an entry earlier but wanted to stop by and let you know that Elizabeth and I said a prayer for you as we heard the helicopter take off to get you. We live in Bellevue near where the helicopters are kept and watched it go to St Vincents. May God watch over you and the medical team as you do what needs to be done for your daughter. If you need anything let me know. We will be in Milaukee on the 11th.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, May 28, 2007 11:10 AM CDT
HOPE YOU ARE DOING VERRY GOOD ASHLEE!!!!!!!!!!!!
DANIELLE&QUINN <Danicole10@yahoo.com OR Funnyhorse10@yahoo.com>
- Monday, May 28, 2007 9:33 AM CDT
Wow Ashley!! A helicopter ride!!! Hope you enjoy the ride.
Robin and family...prayers continue for all of you. Remember God knows what tomorrrow holds and has all you need to make it through. He's right along besides you. He guides your steps and knows your fears. I will pray for you to feel His strength, power, and peace.
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Be An Angel...Touch a Heart!
Char
- Monday, May 28, 2007 8:11 AM CDT
I hope you are feeling better Ashley.
Robin, the zofran is a good idea. I have heard of others doing that too.
Yeah the holiday traffic is aweful even with the high gas prices.
Please know that you guys are in out thoughts and prayers daily.
Lori
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, May 28, 2007 8:06 AM CDT
"Go Ashley!"
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Monday, May 28, 2007 0:08 AM CDT
dear ashley
we all miss you a lot.the hair cut was very cute and matches your persanalitey.Any ways we all hope to see you in 5th grade & with all love from all of your class mates you will be joy full no matter what happens.We all think about you ever day.Since your gone nothings the same so just know that were thinking of you and have aa big smile on your face.
love you.
alissa
alissa harmon <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, wi u.s.a. - Sunday, May 27, 2007 9:57 PM CDT
dear ashley
we all miss you a lot.the hair cut was very cute and matches your persanalitey.Any ways we all hope to see you in 5th grade & with all love from all of your class mates you will be joy full no matter what happens.We all think about you ever day.Since your gone nothings the same so just know that were thinking of you and have aa big smile on your face.
love you.
alissa
alissa harmon <mikki5555@sbcglobal.net>
menasha, wi u.s.a. - Sunday, May 27, 2007 9:55 PM CDT
Hello Robin,
My name is Kathy. I found Ashley's webpage on the Parents of Kids with Leukemia group. Sorry to hear of her relapse. We will keep you in our prayers.
Kathy and Brandon www.caringbridge.org/ar/brandontyler <poohbear24too@hotmail.com>
Jacksonville, AR USA - Sunday, May 27, 2007 7:00 PM CDT
Ashley & Robin, Glad you're home.
Have a great weekend!
Maria, mom to Trevor
- Sunday, May 27, 2007 8:24 AM CDT
Let's hear it for HOME, SLEEPING IN YOUR OWN BED, NO BEEPS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT, CHORES... ok, maybe not so much the chores, but baby, there is NO PLACE LIKE HOME, huh... Have a great night sleep, and we are still praying for the new Chemo to kick the rest of those blasts butts! Stay Strong! www.caringbridge.org/visit/abbybridgewater
Kristi and Abby Bridgewater <bridge4ofus@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, May 26, 2007 11:18 PM CDT
Ashley as well as your entire family are in my prayers.
Jennifer from the prayer bears <sassy_girl913@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Saturday, May 26, 2007 9:25 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
So Glad to hear you're home. We are up north this weekend and will touch base with you next week. Hope everything is going well. School is very crazy - your friends are too anxious to start summer vacation. Everyone is thinking of you. Love Mrs. Weber
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, wi - Saturday, May 26, 2007 9:24 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
So glad you are home!
I am rooting for you from CA!
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, May 26, 2007 9:20 PM CDT
Enjoy the weekend and picnics (hopefully). Try to relax Robin. Soon Ashley will be beating those darn blasts
Kathy Ricigliano = all kids mom to Michael <riciglianok@bellsouth.net>
Kernersville, NC - Saturday, May 26, 2007 7:17 PM CDT
We are praying that this new chemo kicks the rest of the BLAST's BUTT! Hang in there, Ashley! We are praying for you here in Denver!
www.caringbridge.org/visit/abbybridgewater
Kristi and Abby Bridgewater <bridge4ofus@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, May 26, 2007 2:16 PM CDT
I'm heartbroken to learn she's not yet in remission, but hopefully the next couple of weeks of chemo will do the job! I will continue to keep her and your whole family in my prayers to have the strength to get through each day.
Lisa
Lynnwood, WA - Saturday, May 26, 2007 12:17 AM CDT
Robin & Ashley -- crossing my fingers and toes hoping the BMA came out ok! We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers in Vermont!
Vicki C/Angel Wings & ALL Kids
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Saturday, May 26, 2007 6:10 AM CDT
I've checking in several times today hoping to see positive results and will pray extra hard that no news is good news and you're just out celebrating ;-) Know that you're in my thoughts and prayers every day and I'll continue to check back. Please let us know how Ashley's doing when you have time.
Lisa
Lynnwood, WA - Friday, May 25, 2007 11:35 PM CDT
Robin, Praying that no news is good news.
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Friday, May 25, 2007 11:31 PM CDT
Ashley, I hope you are feeling well! I am praying and thinking of you and your family, love Kristen (Kalilahs Grandma-pokwl)
Kristen <Kristenandlarry@hotmail.com>
- Friday, May 25, 2007 10:36 PM CDT
Thinking of you all.
Jolene - ALL-KIDS
- Friday, May 25, 2007 9:16 PM CDT
Ashley, I hope you are feeling better today.
Robin, I am here holding your hand waiting for the results.
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D,F. Mexico - Friday, May 25, 2007 8:54 PM CDT
my sweet baby girl ashley,
hope you are feeling better today sweeetie, yesterday was a pretty rough day for you. i have been thinking of you all morning and hope you are feeling better.
see you soon, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Friday, May 25, 2007 9:26 AM CDT
{{{Robin}}} Still praying and waiting with you for those results. I know you must be going nuts with worry...I hope that Ashley is feeling a better today and that the pain doesn't last too long.
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, May 25, 2007 9:13 AM CDT
Ashley...what a great kid you are! Keep on being such a sweet young lady!
Robin and family...prayers still coming from Plymouth...hoping this last round kicked cancer's b-tt and remission is the word! And if not...you will cross that bridge with the determination you have shown all along. May the Lord continue to give you His peace and strength! And healing for Ashley!
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Friday, May 25, 2007 7:25 AM CDT
May we all fast and pray for all of the children that are in circumstances of pain and suffering. Especially for Ashley who has courageously suffered a lot during her young life. We know her suffering has magnified the love of her family and friends. Our faith has been increased each time she has been healed. Now we ask our Father In Heaven to completely cure Ashley and remove all of her unnecessary pain that she might be made whole. None has suffered more than Jesus Christ suffered because of His love for us. He has made it possible for us to receive immortality and eternal life if we repent and keep His commandments. We must endure to the end, no matter our circumstances and prepare to meet God. May we glorify Him by loving each other, for all of us in this world are sisters and brothers. We are his children and He loves us beyond measure.
Love To All,
Mark
MD USA - Thursday, May 24, 2007 11:17 PM CDT
Hi Robin and Ashley...
I am sorry to hear that the BMA was a little difficult, and hope the pain subsides soon!! Thinking of you all tonight and praying for COMPLETE REMISSION for Ashley, and on to transplant!!!
hugs to you all,
Carine
The Ekberg Family www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay <cae71@sbcglobal.net>
McHenry, IL - Thursday, May 24, 2007 10:18 PM CDT
Sorry to hear that today was difficult for Ashley! Praying that she feels better soon and that you hear nothing but good news tomorrow!!! I'm praying extra hard for remission for Ashley and even harder that she stays in remission forever!!!
Lisa
Lynnwood, WA - Thursday, May 24, 2007 9:13 PM CDT
Gosh, I'm so sorry the BMA didn't go so well. I hope the pain is under control with medication and that by tomorrow it is all gone!!
Our fingers, toes and even our eyes are crossed hoping for GOOD solid remission results!!
Love,
Nancy
nancy vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Thursday, May 24, 2007 7:51 PM CDT
Hoping for good news today! We are going to support you as much as we can financially as well as emotionally-you know you have our prayers every day! Hang in there.
God Bless,
Robbin and Kellbell
www.caringbridge.org/in/kellbell
robbin lyons <thomtalent@aol.com>
pewaukee, wi - Thursday, May 24, 2007 11:09 AM CDT
That's great news about the match--I'm praying for more good news today. Be strong, Ashley!
Peggy Hines <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Thursday, May 24, 2007 7:16 AM CDT
Robin,
Great news about the match. We check in on Ashley daily and hope that she's feeling good. She is an amazing little girl and we admire her strength. Enjoy your long weekend!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Girls <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Thursday, May 24, 2007 6:57 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin and all,
I hope they saved you a few brownies. Praying for positive outcomes for tomorrows BM. Silly string sounds like a great surprise for Dr Sach I wish I could have seen his face. Way to Go! Hang in there. God Bless Jean
Jean Peltier <jeanpltr@yahoo.com>
Kimberly, WI USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 10:36 PM CDT
News of the 10/10 match is wonderful! Sorry you are spending so much time in the big house, but Nurse Jane must be great! Hope tomorrow goes well. We'll be thinking about you in Texas.
Beth, will's mom from ALL listserv
austin, tx - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 7:19 PM CDT
Wow Robin, I too missed that 10/10 match!! Thank God!! Now, we will say very strong prayers that Ashley is in remission and then on to the road of recovery!
Love and Blessings
Michelle Petrow
www.caringbridge.org/nj/jaclynpetrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
- Wednesday, May 23, 2007 6:50 PM CDT
Ashley,Just stopping by to say hi and to let you know we are thinking of you.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 6:26 PM CDT
Special prayers tonight for remission tomorrow!
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 4:54 PM CDT
I am so excited you found a match. It's warm out today but school is very chilly, brrrr. Keep smiling, your smile is contagious, you light up the room. Thoughts and prayer continue your way.
Miss Joyce <jtopinka@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton, - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 1:52 PM CDT
Holy cow, I totally missed the entry about finding a 10/10 match. Yipeee! Great news. It really made my day reading that. I think about you and your family everyday, and check in here everyday too. Keep the great news coming :))
Ellen Pittner <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI 54915 - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 1:32 PM CDT
Dear Robin and Ashley, Fantastic news about the matches! Always keeping your entire family in my prayers and now that things are settling down for me, I am going to get something off to Ashley this weekend. Hope you get out some more today, looks like it will be a nice one again!
Anne Sulskis
Keshena, WI - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 7:12 AM CDT
HI Ashley, We miss you at school! We've made great progress since learning to play "Hot Cross Buns" on the recorder! On Thursday we'll play a duet of "Go Tell Aunt Rhody" in your honor. I'm so very happy that you have found a match, my prayers are with you and your family. Best possible wishes, Mrs. Been
Karrie Been
Appleton, WI - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 9:57 PM CDT
So happy to hear about the 10/10 donor match. That is wonderful news. I hope you guys get out to enjoy the nice day today! Prayers daily!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 4:37 PM CDT
hi robin and ashley, thank you so very very very much. that was the best birthday surprise ever. it was so nice to open up this web site and seeing that. you are so wonderful you two!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
it was so nice spending time talking to you yesterday, you really made my day. you are the best.
i am so excited for ashley and the news of the donors. that is the BEST BEST BEST birthday present ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!just seeing ashley looking so wonderful is the best.
ashley you are the best trooper i have ever met. you are amazing, i hope you know that. and robin you are the best mom ever!!!!!!!!!!!
see you two soon. keep up with the ANC baby girllll
love yoou lots, nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 3:55 PM CDT
We remember the soldiers who fought for our country.
Thank you to our troops & their families! Happy & Safe Memorial Day to ALL!
Praying for you & yours,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon with new pics of our Relay and our miracle girl.
The Prayer Bears
Prayer Bear Barb
- Tuesday, May 22, 2007 1:47 PM CDT
Robin,
What truly WONDERFUL news about the 10/10 BM match! I'm so happy you have options now. I also know that this decision is going to be a tough one, cause no one will guarentee one is better than the other. Just do your research, listen to the options, make your decision and NEVER look back!
Hugs!
Nancy
PS enjoy the beautiful day
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, May 22, 2007 10:43 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin and family,
The news from yesterday that you have choices for transplant is fantastic!! Prayers continue for the best results this week.
Peggy Flannery (finally signing in) <bpflannery@wi.rr.com>
Whitefish Bay, WI - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 10:09 AM CDT
Such GREAT news! Now you can release a little of that pressure from the pressure cooker you are living in and after you get the "in remission" news on Thursday you and Ashley will be ready to "KICK CANCER'S BUTT"!!!
Always checking in on you,
Amy
Connor's mom
www.lifeafterleukemia.blogspot.com
Amy Muston <amymuston@hotmail.com>
Keokuk, IA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 7:55 AM CDT
Hello, there is a hidden message here for you, but you've got to do a little bit of work to find it. Use the coin to "scratch" the surface to reveal your message
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Love Viks
If you have 1 minute spare today please send an email to a sick child at www.postpals.co.uk
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Tuesday, May 22, 2007 4:02 AM CDT
I read your site often, I just don't always sign. However, today brought tears to my eyes...I AM SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT YOU GOT A MATCH!!!!! WWWWAAAAHHHHOOOOO!!!!!
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacquelinerose
Cyndi <ms_independant0424@yahoo.com>
- Monday, May 21, 2007 10:42 PM CDT
What fantastic news about the bone marrow match!!! Yeah, Yeah, Yeah!!!! That is so wonderful you have a CHOICE! So glad that Ashley has been doing good during these last few weeks, she is such a trooper! You guys are an amazing family! Just an FYI-Univ of MN in Minneapolis is the 2nd in doing cord blood transplants after Duke. That's where we went and I'd be happy to tell you anything you want to know about our experience.
Angie <schiltzak@earthlink.net>
Bolingbrook, IL - Monday, May 21, 2007 10:15 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! I've never signed your guestbook before, but I've been checking on you everyday! What a trooper you are!! I got a good hearty giggle reading how your mom tried to pronounce LULAS... Don't feel bad mom -- try prounouncing LYATTYL --- "Love you always - talk to ya later." Isn't this why we have children?? My daughter still to this day gets a good laugh over that. Trust me, EVERYONE of her friends and family knew all about it! I think us moms need to start up our own "jibberish" so we can too - laugh when the kids don't understand!!
GWS -- PFYD!!! (Get well soon, praying for you daily)
Look at what you've started Ashley!! Hang in there kiddo - we're pulling for you here in toasty Minnesota!!
Cathy Malecha <cathymalecha@yahoo.com>
Northfield, MN - Monday, May 21, 2007 9:29 PM CDT
I'm just checking in as I've done several times today. I know you're probably exhausted, overwhelmed, etc., but I'm hoping you got some answers from the transplant docs. I'll check again later. Sending hugs and prayers,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, May 21, 2007 7:40 PM CDT
Even though I don't post everyday, I do check in daily. Please know that we are praying for you Ashley. Hopefully the BMA will show remission and that Dr Casper has good news for you. God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, May 21, 2007 6:25 PM CDT
I just found out from the Parents of Kids with Leukemia website about Ashley's relapse. My reaction was no!!!!!! no!!!!! no!!!!!! You will find a bone marrow donar and get rid of her rotten cells and get brand new ones. She will be one of the lucky ones who breeze through transplant. You have to catch a break sometime.
I have been following your story for 5 years ever since my son was diagnosed. I pray that someday you can hear what I have been hearing---counts are great see you in 2 months, 3 months 1 yr!!!!
Love,
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen Steffes <ksmsteffes@yahoo.com>
Mayfield Hts, OH - Monday, May 21, 2007 4:01 PM CDT
Hey Ashley,
We're glad you liked the pizza the other night. You are an amazing kid. Keep strong and stay positive!
Suanne & Zachary
Green Bay, WI USA - Monday, May 21, 2007 2:00 PM CDT
Hey guys,
I have good news ~ FOUR of my friends have joined the marrow registry this month! Wouldn't it be cool if one of them was a match for Ashley?
I went to the pics and my jaw dropped at the bruise on Ashley's leg! I hope that it didn't feel as bad as it looks.
I'm so sorry about the drop in counts. I hope that tomorrow is a better day and the transplant docs have some good plans to choose from.
Still praying here in Virginia,
xoxo
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, May 20, 2007 11:50 PM CDT
Thinking of you guys every day, I hope her ANC kicks in and you can at least get back home for a bit! Hoping a good match can be found for Ashley soon, we are urging all our friends and relatives to become marrow donors on our CB site.
Hang in there,
Jean ALL-Kids
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@sbcglobal.net>
Wadsworth, IL USA - Sunday, May 20, 2007 9:18 PM CDT
Sounds like a good day, all in all! I hope tomorrow is a good day as well! I'm anxious to hear what Dr. Casper has to say!
Keep fighting!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
nancy vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Sunday, May 20, 2007 6:17 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
I'm so sorry that you have to go through the treatments again but I'm sure that you'll come out of it better than ever. God bless you!
Di
Australia - Sunday, May 20, 2007 5:49 PM CDT
Hi, Ashley!
I'm sorry you were tired for your walk today and hope you felt well-rested after your nap. I'm praying for your complete healing.
Thanks for reminding people to participate in the bone marrow registry. It is so easy to do by mail.
www.caringbridge.org/al/mamieadams
Mamie's Daddy <george.f.adams@us.army.mil>
Huntsville, AL USA - Saturday, May 19, 2007 10:41 PM CDT
Hi Ash!
It's Tay-Tay. I have been thinking about you. JJ and I are missing you a lot. I'm really glad to see that your ANC is up today! I was jumping for joy when my mom read it to me. My mom got her cheek swabbed yesterday to get on the bone marrow donor list. She hopes she matches you.
I like the new pictures on the website. I will try calling you, hopefully you won't be sleeping.
LULAS,
Taylor
Taylor Jeske <tkjeske@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton , WI 54915 - Saturday, May 19, 2007 3:13 PM CDT
hiya, i found a really quick way of changing the size of a pic (and always do it rather than go to the effort of doing it the normal way) upload it to www.photobucket.com (accounts are free) hit edit then click on what size you want it changing to, its really quick :)
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Thursday, May 17, 2007 11:17 PM CDT
Robin, I have placed the call to duty to all my friends and family as well as my prayer group -- that everyone joins the Marrow Registry! Praying every day that Ashley finds a match!
Hugs!
Vicki/ALL-KIDS and Angel Wings
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Thursday, May 17, 2007 9:18 PM CDT
I'm praying that some type of match is found soon - cord or marrow - and I encourage everyone to join the registry - see Gooch's mom's entry below. I joined in December and it's a piece of cake. I'd love to be a match for Ashley!
Love,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, May 17, 2007 9:01 PM CDT
Ashley,
We hope you are enjoying all the little packages and that they keep you busy and not bored! Hopefully you will be home again soon. Everyone at school misses you, and many people ask about you daily :) Hope to see you soon - you may not appreciate this but I am getting some math things together for you to work on when you feel up to it! You enjoy your weekend OK? Love, Mrs. Weber
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, - Thursday, May 17, 2007 7:46 PM CDT
I am praying for Ashley & all of the family. I am also telling everyone, and I mean everyone! about getting on the bone marrow registry.
Ellen <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI USA - Thursday, May 17, 2007 7:34 AM CDT
"GO ASHLEY!"
That's us rooting for you in CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, May 16, 2007 8:15 PM CDT
Hi Debes Family,
Just a note to let you know that everyone here at Sacred Heart Catholic School is praying for a bone marrow match for you. Take care Ashley and get better soon. The penguin boys in your old 5th grade class say, HI.
Kara Skarlupka <skarlu@ezwebtech.com>
Shawano, WI USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 8:11 PM CDT
Robin, know that you are in our constant thoughts and prayers. I am going to add the info about the FREE Bone Marrow Registry drive to Morgan's C/B site...I will continue to pray a match for Ashley is found very soon!
Vicki C/Angel Wings and ALL-KIDS
Vicki Corson & Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Northfield, VT - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 6:28 PM CDT
I am so sorry to hear you are dealing with this again. But a perfect chance to say folks you can join the bone marrow registry for FREE right now! It literally takes seconds to do the 4 cheek swabs needed and mail it back in to them. Now thru May 21st the normal $52 fee is waived so there's no excuse and kids like Ash need it!!! Okay I will get off my soap box now, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
Chris & Gooch <chrisrusso_@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, May 16, 2007 6:17 PM CDT
Hello gang...I just learned of your relapse and I want you to know how sad that makes me! I contacted you back in 2004 I believe, when my son Kyle relapsed with his ALL. We chatted a bit and I have followed your story over the many years. I thought our stories were similar with the whole stinkin' relapse thing. Kyle went off therapy for his relapse on March 28th of this year. I am so sad to read that Ashley relapsed yet again. It makes me sick and it makes me sad and it certainly puts life back into perspective. Live for the moment....! Cherish our children...! and keep fighting the fight!
I will keep your family ever so close in prayers...!
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
CO - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:12 PM CDT
Hello Ashley and Robin,
Our prayers and support go out to you and your family!!! Zachary, your neighbor on 10th floor is also at Zero ANC today! I think you will both be at Children's Hospital as room mates as well. We will have to find out which movies and games you both have not done or watched yet! Maybe we can plan to walk the halls together and also talk about Dr. Jogel's jokes!! It will be good to see him again too.
Stay strong and healthy!
Zachary & David (Dad)
Dr. David Prestby <dprestby@menominee.edu>
Green Bay, WI USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 3:23 PM CDT
Robin and Ashley-
Thinking of you all today!
Lorie, mom to Ben
www.caringbridge.com/tn/benparents
Lorie
TN - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 2:07 PM CDT
We miss your smile in word work. It's so nice to be able to keep up with your progress with your caring bridge web site. I know a girl who is about your age that had a transplant and is doing really good. Keep your big smile. Mrs. Mueller and I both miss you. Miss Joyce
Joyce Topinka <jtopinka@kimberly.k.12.wi.us>
Appleton, WI USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 1:58 PM CDT
Ashley,
I am very sorry to hear about your leukemia returning. I have followed you and your brother for a very long time and I am very sad with this news. My son, Jake 5 yrs old, also has ALL and he is scheduled to end treatment in Sept. I know how hard going through this is. No one - especially a fun loving little girl - should have to go through this three times. I am sure you are very special to those who love you and with their help you WILL overcome this. Stay strong and keep your positive thoughts flowing!
www.caringbridge.com/va/jakec
Kim
Chesapeake, VA
Kim <mkj_cortez@verizon.net>
Chesapeake, VA - Wednesday, May 16, 2007 1:49 PM CDT
Glad to hear the 'bug' has been identified and that antibiotics are doing their job. If Ashley wants to have an online webkinz party I bet a lot of kids from ALL-list could chat with her. My 11 yr old daughter loves meeting friends on webkinz.
beth, will's mom from ALL list
- Wednesday, May 16, 2007 8:31 AM CDT
Hey Ashley and Robin and all,
Sorry you are back in the hospital. Is there anything I can do for the gang at home Robin let me know. I pray all will go well this week. Try not to get too bored, there should be a nurse or two that you can pick on! God Bless.
Grandma Jean RN <jeanpltr@yahoo.com>
Kimberly, WI usa - Tuesday, May 15, 2007 8:16 PM CDT
Hey guys,
I've been checking in daily - sometimes more - hope that doesn't make me a stalker, LOL. I'm glad to hear that things are boring - that's a good thing in the cancer world! Stay strong...I'm praying here in Virginia.
xoxo
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, May 15, 2007 7:45 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family
Ashley, my family and I are thinking about you and praying for you. I loved looking at the pictures of you and your family. We miss you a lot at Sacrd Heart. Your new hair-do Rocks!! Love and prayers
Rebecca Croschere <becky-sh@ezwebtech.com>
Shawano, WI USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2007 10:46 AM CDT
Just checking in on Ashley to see how she's feeling. We're always thinking of you!
Love,
Marion
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
Marion <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Tuesday, May 15, 2007 10:25 AM CDT
Ashley, Robin and Family... Just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you and you are in our prayers! Wish there was something that we could do to help you out! I know how LONG those days in the hospital can be!!!! We will be checking on you! Here is a quote that I just bought that is right across from my bed... "God didn't promise days without apin, laughter without sorrow nor sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way..."
www.caringbridge.org/visit/abbybridgwater
Kristi and Abby Bridgewater <bridge4ofus@hotmail.com>
- Monday, May 14, 2007 10:06 PM CDT
Ashley and family ~
I'm so glad to hear that you (at least) had a pass to go to Red Robins yesterday and enjoy some time together. I hope that this hospital goes by quickly and is uneventful. We're praying for you here in Michigan!
Pat and Isaiah Bingham ~~~Isaiah’s Journey~~~ <pat.bingham@comcast.net>
Swartz Creek, MI - Monday, May 14, 2007 9:14 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
I hope you had fun at Red Robin on Sunday. That's Taylor's dad's favorite place to eat!!
I just wanted you to know that after 5 emails and at least six phone calls to Webkinz support -- Taylor's Webkinz Chat-Plus feature is finally working! Hopefully you'll be able to chat with Taylor in Webkinz World from St. V's.
I also made an appointment 9am Friday to get on the Marrow Donor list, so who knows Ashley, maybe Tay-Tay's mom will be your match!
Hugs to all of you!
Tammy
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton , WI USA - Monday, May 14, 2007 7:32 PM CDT
Hi Ashley! I'm back to school now that I've spent some time at home with my baby. Things just aren't the same not seeing your smile everyday! Keep up the fight and don't tease the doctors and nurses too much!!
Mrs. Erdmann <kerdmann@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
- Monday, May 14, 2007 6:37 PM CDT
Ashley, I am so proud of you. You are a true fighter and keep it up. I love to see you in high spirits!! Keep smilin'!
Sarah Oleson
Green Bay, WI - Monday, May 14, 2007 5:53 PM CDT
THAT IS FOR ASHLEE AND RYAN!!!!!!
DANI&Quinn Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Monday, May 14, 2007 5:28 PM CDT
Hello Ashely, Robin and family, I am just learning of your relapse and want you to know that I will keep you in my prayers. I'm so sorry that you and your family have had to endure so much. Y'all are so inspiring in your courage and grace. I remember when my daughter was first dx'd 2.5 years ago and I was so worried about her siblings getting ALL too. Robin - you emailed me the most encouraging words. Please let me know if there's anything I can do to help.
Robin
Robin Birchfield <w.birchfield@comcast.net www.caringbridge.org/fl/audreykate>
Jacksonville, FL United States - Monday, May 14, 2007 3:01 PM CDT
Ashley - I'm so sorry you have to be in the hospital for two stinkin weeks. I hope when you get outside at least the weather is good. Hang in there kiddo, leukemia is tough but you're tougher!
{{{Robin}}} What a bittersweet Mother's Day. I know we cancer moms have spent at least one of every holiday in the hospital but after a relapse especially, the holidays don't matter that much any more. The only important thing is Ashley and getting her well. I pray that she whips this infection ASAP and then on to conquer leukemia. May next Mother's Day and all those that follow be HAPPY ones for you....
With much love and prayers,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, May 14, 2007 8:33 AM CDT
Hi Ashley! We hope you have a good today, even if you are in the hospital. I know it's not fun. We are always thinking of you! Your friends from the "Northwoods"!
Keri and Katie Woods <woodsvl@centurytel.net>
Boulder Junction, WI USA - Monday, May 14, 2007 7:31 AM CDT
Ashley-sorry to hear that you are in the hospital. I hope that you feel better real soon.
Robin-you are an amazing woman and mother. You inspire so many. Know that you are in our prayers daily.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, May 14, 2007 7:29 AM CDT
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Sunday, May 13, 2007 11:44 PM CDT
Happy Mothers Day, Robin. I'm sorry you had to spend it in the big house. I pray the infection clears and cheers to you for getting her in early. You're a super mom, and Kyle and I will be including her in our prayers. Hugs.
Beth from ALL-KIDS (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Sunday, May 13, 2007 11:09 PM CDT
Robin-hugs to you on this Mother's Day-I have been thinking about your family so much since Ashley's second relapse. So many prayers coming your way from our house-keep your sanity and keep up the fight! The Melkonians
Darlene and Christopher Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg,, MD - Sunday, May 13, 2007 6:01 PM CDT
Debes, Just wanted to share that we had 'bouncy' blast counts that went up twice during induction. The docs at St.Jude reassured us both times, reminding us that lots of things can affect blast count, like hydration. Know your Mother's Day will be filled with love because you have each other!
Beth, Will's mom from ALL-listserv
Austin, TX 78746 - Sunday, May 13, 2007 5:13 PM CDT
We're all so sad that Ashley has to be back in the hospital but are thankful the infection was caught quickly. Taylor is concerned about her buddy and wants her to know she's always here to lend an ear on the phone. She really misses her.
Robin -- a big Happy Mother's Day to you. You are one strong woman and an incredible mother. If you need me to pick up Kelsey this week or help out in any other way, please let me know!
Big hugs to you all from the Jeske family.
Tammy, Neil, Taylor & Kaitlyn
Tammy Jeske <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Sunday, May 13, 2007 4:34 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, I love your new do! You are beautiful. I'm glad you got to get out of the hospital for a couple hours...just getting some fresh air helps sometimes, doesn't it?
Happy Mothers Day, Robin. You're a wonderful mother and caregiver. Sending hugs and prayers your way.
Love,
Angie Armstrong
www.caringbridge.org/visit/williamarmstrong
Angie Armstrong <samandang@gmail.com>
Albany, NY USA - Sunday, May 13, 2007 3:45 PM CDT
Happy Mother's Day Robin. You are right, being all together is a gift. I hope the infection clears soon and that you are able to enjoy your 2-hour break.
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D,F. Mexico - Sunday, May 13, 2007 3:43 PM CDT
Wishing you a good Mother's Day, Robin. Having the family together is most important--for all of you.
Miss Ashely: Praying that that lousy infection takes a hike and your counts start zooming up like they are supposed to. I sending you Angel Hugs ande Prayers today.
God Bless!
Polly/Angel_Wings
ND - Sunday, May 13, 2007 2:13 PM CDT
Hello to all. I'm so sorry Ashley is having a hard time! I'm praying for her to reach remission soon, and to get rid of that yucky blood infection! Cool hairdo Ashley. Hope you find something equally creative once you get rid of the hair? Temporary scalp tattoos? Who knows! You are one brave girl. Sending you love.
Stephanie Dzur (All-kids) <sdzur@yahoo.com>
Albuquerque, - Sunday, May 13, 2007 2:07 PM CDT
Sorry to hear Ashley is inpatient. But grateful to hear you caught the infection in time! Hoping she is feeling better very very soon.
Happy Mother's Day, Robin
Vicki C./Angel Wings & ALL-KIDS
Mom to Morgan, 14, ALL
Vicki Corson & Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Northfield, VT - Sunday, May 13, 2007 1:49 PM CDT
Hi Robin, Ashley and Family,
Darn that ole cancer! Golly we sure had other hopes and wishes. Good thing you're skilled at "Kicking it soundly in the rear"! Am joining you in that endeavor. Lifting you up in Prayer~Song, with much love and warm support as well. Hope this bout is as short lived as possible!
Happy Mother's Day precious family.
Blessings,
Lu
Hugs&Hope/Dabbles&Doodles
Lucel~Melody Wings
Atlanta, GA USA - Sunday, May 13, 2007 12:23 AM CDT
Robin,
I just wanted to with you a wonderful Mother's Day. You can make the day special no matter where you are!
Ashley,
I hope the fevers stay away and that your body is busy fighting those blasts.
Hugs!
Nancy
nancy vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Sunday, May 13, 2007 12:05 AM CDT
I am so sorry to hear that you are back at the hospital. It may not be your ideal spot to celebrate Mother's Day, but you will not be distracted by laundry, dishes, or cooking like you might be at home. It is great that you guys get to spend it together! We will pray for a quick count recovery and discharge. Happy Mother's Day!
Wendy - ALL Kids
TX - Sunday, May 13, 2007 10:05 AM CDT
So sorry to hear Ashley is back in!!! Have a very happy mother's day..I know it is hard to at the hospital, but you are right...atleast you'll be with your family!!! Take care!! Erin (mom to Matthew..www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2
Erin <birchenough@talkamerica.net>
Dearborn, Mi 48124 - Sunday, May 13, 2007 9:50 AM CDT
Sending up extra special prayers for you
sweet Ashley..Hang in there honey..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Sunday, May 13, 2007 7:52 AM CDT
Continue to trust in the Lord, he is the Mighy Physician! Praying for strength, peace, and comfort for Ashley! Keep Fighting!!
Praying for a CURE
Kelly
- Saturday, May 12, 2007 10:49 PM CDT
I wanted to let you know that we are praying for you today. I am sure in 2 weeks we will hear the good news about Ashley's remission.
Happy mother's day.
a big hug
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D,F. Mexico - Saturday, May 12, 2007 7:26 PM CDT
Thinking of & praying for Ashley here in Ont.
Charlene & Becky/Angel_Wings
.
- Saturday, May 12, 2007 6:42 PM CDT
Hi Ashley!
When Ali shaved her head she wore a princess crown to my class. The kids loved it...sounds like you need one :)
I am praying for your remission...and I will keep sending you cards and little things I find.
XXOO from CA,
Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, May 12, 2007 2:06 PM CDT
robin and ashley,
i am praying for you every day...ashley you can do it baby, i know you will keep on blasting those blasts.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
that silly ryan, i can just see you two, you are too funny.
i love you sweetie, i know you can do it cause i have seen you before. you are the BEST little fighter on this planet.
see you soon girlfriend.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
grren bay, wi usa - Saturday, May 12, 2007 11:21 AM CDT
I woke up thinking of your family! I'm praying for a wonderful Mother's Day weekend!!
Keep fighting those blasts SUPER-ASHLEY!!! It's hard work, but you can do it!!
Love,
Nancy and the Gang
nancy vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Saturday, May 12, 2007 10:08 AM CDT
Sending loving thoughts and prayers your way.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacquelinerose
Cyndi <ms_independant0424@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, May 12, 2007 4:44 AM CDT
Continuing Prayers here from Plymouth...knowing you have Doctor Casper on your team...I have every faith that they will do the best for Ashley. Great doctor! As you said...this bone marrow was for interest only...when you consider they do this chemo for 28 days...there must be a reason for the 28 days. I'm thinking that reason would be to give it enough time to work and get her into remission. Only half way done...not enough time for it to totally kick b-tt...but we pray it will!!!
Angel Hugs Coming from Plymouth along with mega prayers!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Friday, May 11, 2007 9:38 PM CDT
Ashley, Just wanted to let you know that I love your new do!!! So cute! Also, Mrs. Weber's and my office are filled with monkeys for some reason!! I think they are looking for a zoo keeper!! Any ideas??!!
Love & Kisses to you, Mrs. Nofzinger
Stephanie Nofzinger <snofzinger@aol.com>
Appleton, WI usa - Friday, May 11, 2007 9:34 PM CDT
We will all continue to pray for remission. Stay strong.
Christine CP BrandonM
Christine LaFleur <Chrystyne1112@yahoo.com>
Warren, RI USA - Friday, May 11, 2007 9:29 PM CDT
Ashley will be in our thoughts and prayes as will your entire family...
Becki (marchluckycharm02 - wantabeamommy2001)
becki enck <becki_enck@yahoo.com>
crystal lake, il usa - Friday, May 11, 2007 9:18 PM CDT
So sorry about your long day and that the news from the doctor was not what we were all praying for. I will continue to pray that Ashley will reach remission soon and start down the road to transplant and CURE. Stay strong,
Peggy Hines <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Friday, May 11, 2007 7:37 PM CDT
I am sorry you had a long day at the clinic. I will be thinking of you and praying for the results you expect.
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D,F. Mexico - Thursday, May 10, 2007 9:44 PM CDT
My heart goes out to your baby (and you) having to go thru this again. It is so stinking unfair. My prayers are with you that Ashley is in remission and will slap this beast back into the hell from which it came.
((((hugs))))
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, May 10, 2007 9:40 PM CDT
Robin,
I'm so sorry about the long day. Those days are the worst. I'm praying for good BMA results tomorrow!
Hugs,
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, May 10, 2007 7:39 PM CDT
Robin,
I am praying for Ashley and all of you. You are all so wonderful, and I feel lucky to have met you!
I am also spreading the word about the "Thanks Mom" drive at the comm. blood center. Lane got it into his company bulletin too. I will keep checking in on you guys via this site. Call me if you need anything.
Ellen Pittner <epittner@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI USA - Thursday, May 10, 2007 7:05 PM CDT
Oh my goodness! I hadn't checked on you for awhile, and just thought I'd check in and see what you were up to today. My heart stopped when I read the entry at the top of the journal. I am so, so sorry Ashley (and you, her family) are going through this yet again. I know you don't know me, but please know you are in my prayers.
Tracy Stanley
Ramsey, MN - Thursday, May 10, 2007 3:06 PM CDT
My niece Maddie was off treatment for 6 months when she relapsed last June. It was such a blow to hear the word relapse. I'm so sorry to hear that Ashley has to go throught it all again. Lots of prayers that her treatment goes well and she beats this thing for good!
Amy
March '02 playgroup and Maddie's Aunt,
www.carepages.com maddiedillon
Amy Lagomarsino <amy_3202@yahoo.com>
Glen Ellyn, IL - Thursday, May 10, 2007 2:48 PM CDT
Ashley will be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry she has to go through this again.
Sarah (March 2002 LC) <sarahbritandrew@yahoo.com>
WV - Thursday, May 10, 2007 1:07 PM CDT
I haven't been on your page for a bit, i logged onto it tonight to readwhat you guys have all been up to, soccer games, birthdays, being out ont he lake etc but my heart just stood still as i read the word relapse. I'm so sorry to read that, so very sorry
i'll have a proper read of the entries in a minute but i just wanted to sign to sen my love to you all
love viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Thursday, May 10, 2007 1:01 PM CDT
I will keep your sweet little girl in my prayers. So glad to hear Ryan is off treatment and doing so well.
Susan/snoozzen March '02 Mommy
NJ - Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:39 AM CDT
I will be keeping Ashley and Ryan in my prayers.
Aritha (Arilady March2002 Lucky CHarms)
- Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:13 AM CDT
We are praying hard for Ashley and all of you.
Joanne (confusing March 2002 playgroup) <tea4sanity@aol.com>
N. Brunswick, NJ - Thursday, May 10, 2007 11:59 AM CDT
I will keep your sweet girl in my thoughts and prayers.
Jess ( March 2002 Lucky Charm Playgroup) <stevenbrycesmomm@yahoo.com>
South Bend, IN USA - Thursday, May 10, 2007 11:52 AM CDT
I am keeping Ashley in my prayers. It has been such a long and winding road for your family. I admire your courage and strength, especially Miss Ashley.
Suzanne(March 2002 PG) <suzmcdmcd@gmail.com>
Guilford, CT - Thursday, May 10, 2007 11:15 AM CDT
You are all in my hardest prayers.
Katherine (LLS Board member)
Sparks, MD USA - Thursday, May 10, 2007 9:09 AM CDT
I will be thinking of you all day tomorrow :)
XXOO, Marey, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, May 9, 2007 10:33 PM CDT
Just read your post on the LLS boards. Want you to know that we here in CA are storming the gates of heaven with prayers for Ashley. And for you, too.
Elizabeth Boegel <eboegel@pacbell.net>
Walnut Creek, CA USA - Wednesday, May 9, 2007 8:53 PM CDT
Praying for remission tomorrow. Thoughts and prayers coming your way. Chin up
Christine
www.carepages.com BrandonM (DX Pre B ALL HR 9-11-06)
Christine LaFleur <Chrystyne1112@yahoo.com>
Warren, RI USA - Wednesday, May 9, 2007 8:50 PM CDT
Praying that with tomorrow brings the word remission. You are never out of our thoughts and prayers.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, May 9, 2007 8:01 PM CDT
praying hard for REMISSION tomorrow...
michele(nurse in ny)
- Wednesday, May 9, 2007 6:18 PM CDT
Robin, Mark and Family,
Sending good thoughts your way. We hope Ashley's results are less than 5%. Our hearts are breaking over this news.
Love,
Marion
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
Marion Rush <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Wednesday, May 9, 2007 2:50 PM CDT
Hey there everyone! Im TJs momma from L&L Boards! Was so sorry to hear about the relapse! We are praying long and hard for the perfect match for your little one! Know you have a lot of prayers from us daily and give her hugs and kisses from us!
Peggy Topped <backfrommilkyway@yahoo.com>
Kentwood, mi USA - Wednesday, May 9, 2007 12:27 AM CDT
Hi Robin, I "know" you and your kids from the ALL kids list. I wanted to pass an idea along that Luci and I did when she was first dx. We asked friends on our carepage to send postcards, from all over the country and world. Everyone loved having "something" to do for Luci and she loved all the mail. She was even on the news with the project and the support has been exponential and overwhelming. If you google luci lamonica you can still see the news clips. I know you must have so much on your plate right now but all it took for us to get started was a simple request on our carepage. We used our business address. Good luck with everything, you're in our thoughts. Liz LaMonica
Liz LaMonica <lizlamonica@gmail.com>
Henderson, NV usa - Wednesday, May 9, 2007 0:10 AM CDT
Hello, hugs, love and prayers to you, Ashley, and all the Debes. We love you and are praying for you. Shall be in touch. Take care and know you all are in our hearts and thoughts and prayers. Much love, Muffy and The Culhane family
Muffy Culhane <culfam@frontiernet.net>
Shawano, Wi USA - Tuesday, May 8, 2007 9:40 PM CDT
To continue on the "Thanks Mom" bone marrow program.
The Community Blood Center here in Appleton, WI is taking part in "Thanks Mom" donor drive which, again, means FREE bone marrow testing to get on the National Donor List. I called and the drive is Friday May 18th from 8-5pm and Saturday May 19th from 9-3pm but YOU NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. To do so, call the Community Blood Center at (920) 738-3131 or toll free 1-800-280-4102. The Community Blood Center is located at 4406 West Spencer Street in Appleton.
I myself am planning on making an appointment as soon as my doctor gets back to me on what my Lyme status is.
So if you all have time and live in the area -- make the call and make an appointment to get on the National Bone Marrow Donor Registry for free!
Hang in there Ashley! We're all praying for you!!!!!
Tammy Jeske (Taylor's Mom) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Tuesday, May 8, 2007 2:31 PM CDT
oops, that link got abbreviated. For the 'Thanks Mom' bone marrow program
http://www.marrow.org/NEWS/News_Releases/2007/thanks_pre04302007.html
Terry <tmbeck2@verizon.net>
- Tuesday, May 8, 2007 10:53 AM CDT
Hey Robin,
I'm praying for remission on Thursday. You may want to post this on the main site..This month the National Marrow Donor Program is sponsoring a special free marrow registry program in May, called "Thanks Mom". Usually, it costs $ to sign up as a donor on the registry unless you are a minority, for which donors are in short supply. For this drive, it's free for everyone. The only catch
is that you need to sign up through one of their Thanks Mom drives. To
become a donor, all you need to do is a cheek swab, no blood required.
This is from the website: "Anyone between the ages of 18 and 60, in good
health and willing to help any patient is eligible to join, free of charge,
from May 7 ¬ 21, at a donor drive in their city or by registering online"
This webpage has a link to find drives near you.
http://www.marrow.org/NEWS/News_Rele...e04302007.html
Terry <tmbeck2@verizon.net>
Pittsburgh, PA - Tuesday, May 8, 2007 10:41 AM CDT
Praying things go well for you on Thursday. I will be saying very special prayers just for you sweetie~
Melissa/Angel_Wings
- Tuesday, May 8, 2007 9:21 AM CDT
Robin,
Thinking of you, especially with Mother's Day coming up. I'm praying for that special gift you want - maybe a little early...like on Thursday. I hope Ashley is feeling good this week.
Love,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, May 8, 2007 8:27 AM CDT
“Love...It bears all things, believes all things,
hopes all things, endures all things.”
(1 Corinthians 13:7)
A Mother's love is something
that no on can explain,
It is made of deep devotion
and of sacrifice and pain,
It is endless and unselfish
and enduring come what may
For nothing can destroy it
or take that love away . . .
It is patient and forgiving
when all others are forsaking,
And it never fails or falters
even though the heart is breaking . . .
It believes beyond believing
when the world around condemns,
And it glows with all the beauty
of the rarest, brightest gems . . .
It is far beyond defining,
it defies all explanation,
And it still remains a secret
like the mysteries of creation . . .
A many splendoured miracle
man cannot understand
And another wondrous evidence
of God's tender guiding hand.
~Helen Steiner Rice~
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
The Prayer Bears
Prayer Bear Barb
- Monday, May 7, 2007 6:37 PM CDT
hi ashley and robin,
it was so great to see you both today. what beautiful hair, i love it. your hair is so pretty ashley.
i think about you every day sweetie, thanks for stopping by today,
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, May 7, 2007 5:14 PM CDT
Ashley,
Nice hair! I'm happy to hear the latest good news. We miss you at school and are thinking of you!
Mrs. Karen Vander Loop, Woodland Elementary School <kvanderloop@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
- Monday, May 7, 2007 2:06 PM CDT
Ashley,
We love your hair, what a cute cut:) We are all thinking about you. Taylor said she visited you over the weekend, I'm glad you were able to spend time with your friends!
Hope you are having a good day.
Love, Mrs. Weber
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI - Monday, May 7, 2007 11:31 AM CDT
I just got caught up. I have been offline. I am sorry to hear that AShley has relasped. But I know you will get through this! She is such a tought fighter and we know she is going to KICK CANCERS BUTT!!! You go girl. Praying for you all. Asking HIM to be with you during this time. Stay strong girl! We are all praying for you!
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
mesa, az - Monday, May 7, 2007 10:59 AM CDT
Many prayers from the Buckeye State (Ohio)! I will continue to read your updates and wish you all the best!
God Bless all of you!
Sherrie & Abbie Dunn <sherrie_d@treca.org or caringbridge.org/oh/abbiedunn>
Morral, Ohio USA - Sunday, May 6, 2007 8:33 PM CDT
I'm so sorry to hear that Ashley has to go through this again. I'm one of moms that can understand what your going through. I think of you often and I know Ashley will kick leukemia butt once again.Keep your faith,it will help you through.God Bless Lisa Doran Tommy's Mommy
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/tommyspage/ <cookiepye@verizon.net>
Salem, Ma USA - Sunday, May 6, 2007 7:23 AM CDT
Just checking on you and I wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and praying every night for you and your family.
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D,F. Mexico - Saturday, May 5, 2007 10:55 PM CDT
No blasts in peripheral blood? Good work Ashley! We hope that fevers stay away and you stay out of the big house! There's no place like home!
Beth Myler <bmyler@yahoo.com>
austin, tx - Saturday, May 5, 2007 8:04 PM CDT
I MISS YOU MISS ASHLEY, WAY TO GO GIRL...KEEP ON BLASTING THOSE BLASTS. YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOVE NURSE JANE
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
grren bay, wi usa - Saturday, May 5, 2007 4:20 PM CDT
Prayers from Maryland
Shelly <xofs1@yahoo.com>
Columbia, MD - Saturday, May 5, 2007 3:53 PM CDT
Keep blasting those blasts....I was so glad to read the treatment is working and we join many others in prayers that will continue until you're ready for a transplant...
Ashley I had planned now for awhile to register with Bone Marrow Registry and you will be my motivator to register..We hope your match it already out there now..
Love to You and Family Always,
Colleen, Kelsey and Faith-ALL Kids <colleencadaret@sbcglobal.net>
Placerville, CA - Saturday, May 5, 2007 3:05 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Family,
The new doo looks awesome! I love it. We are glad to hear that you are home and doing well. You are amazing!
You are all in our thoughts and prayers daily. Miss Basler, Mrs. Jansen, and all of Ryan's friends and classmates in 4K wish you the best:)
Miss Basler,4K Teacher, Woodland Elementary <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
- Saturday, May 5, 2007 1:20 PM CDT
What a journey you all have been on. I am just new to your page and read through your journal today. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers here in Pennsylvania.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/dustineckert
Robin Eckert <reckert1@aol.com>
Carlisle, PA USA - Saturday, May 5, 2007 11:26 AM CDT
big hugs to you guys!
Heather, mom to Brianna dx ALL , www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine, daughter to Pete, dx CLL. SCT 8/3/06 www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek
Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, May 5, 2007 8:26 AM CDT
Ashley,
I LOVE your new hairstyle and highlights! You are adorable!! I hope you are more comfortable at home..as they say "there's no place like home"!
Robin,
Thanks for sharing such great news about the blast count! That is an amazing step towards remission!! I want to see a picture of YOUR new do as well!
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
nancy vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Saturday, May 5, 2007 3:00 AM CDT
Ashley and Robin,
Great BMA news! Keep up the destruction brigade on those stupid blasts... Ashley, your hair is fantastic! I love the highlights. We have a bone cancer friend who has kept her hair hot pink since it started coming back in. You can see her from across the hospital! My 12 year old daughter is totally jealous of the pink hair, so sometime, your mom and I will have to freak out together. Tell you what, when you get your hair back after transplant, maybe we'll make a road trip to visit, and bring enough dye for all of us! I vote for purple myself, how about you, Robin?
Hugs from an ALL list friend.
Alicia and Avalon
Alicia Hall <castlehavan@columbus.rr.com>
Powell, OH - Friday, May 4, 2007 10:29 PM CDT
Thanks for the update Robin...prayers continue here in Plymouth...glad to hear the blasts are gone in the blood and down in the marrow...YEA!!!
Ashley...love the hair...very stylish! And cute too! :)
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Be An Angel...Touch a Heart!
Char
- Friday, May 4, 2007 8:27 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
My name is Betsy and I wanted to tell you I so agree with everyone else- your new 'doo' is awesome!
I want you to know you have prayers and good wishes coming from Ohio.
Take care,
Betsy Hammond ALL-kids. Mom to Kaitlyn.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlynhammond
Betsy Hammond <betsy_hammond@sbcglobal.net>
Leroy, Ohio - Friday, May 4, 2007 7:55 PM CDT
Thinking of you guys and checking constantly. At least the BM is showing a downward trend. We will keep saying the remission chant here in Iowa.
By the way, Ashley, the hair is GORGEOUS! Robin, your kids are all so beautiful!
Amy
Connor's mom
www.lifeafterleukemia.blogspot.com
Amy Muston <amymuston@hotmail.com>
Keokuk, IA USA - Friday, May 4, 2007 7:07 PM CDT
Hey Ashley! Your hair looks so adorable. You look freaking cute bald as well. :) Way to go on the blasts! It is awesome that they are already coming down so much. I'm praying for you as you get ready for a transplant.
Rachael <speedsk8hawaii1988@gmail.com>
Kailua, HI - Friday, May 4, 2007 4:57 PM CDT
Hey Ash!
I love your new haircut and how you got streaks in it! It looks awesome. I wish I had hair like that. I miss you very much and hope to see you soon. Until then, I will see you on Webkinz World.
Hugs,
Taylor
Taylor Jeske (aka "Tay-Tay" to Ashley) <tkjeske@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI USA - Friday, May 4, 2007 3:58 PM CDT
Ashley,
Your new haircut is adorable! I love it. I'm praying very hard for REMISSION today.
With lots of love and prayers,
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, May 4, 2007 9:19 AM CDT
Cute, cute haircut. Praying for a good day for all of you today.
Margie Miller <margiemm54@aol.com>
Winter Springs, FL - Friday, May 4, 2007 9:00 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
You are doing great and you look beautiful!!! Wishing you all the best and praying for a perfect BMT match.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/peterdickson
Annette Dickson <annettekdickson@yahoo.com>
Salinas, CA USA - Friday, May 4, 2007 2:11 AM CDT
Hi Ashley -- love your new hair cut! Very cute.
Jan ALL Kids Relapse list (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Friday, May 4, 2007 0:36 AM CDT
WoW! Ashley you look like a model!
Sending hugs from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:44 PM CDT
hi ashley and robin and all the rest too,
ashley i got your note you wrote me after you left the hospital. tahnk you so much sweetheart. i love it a lot...that was so nice. hope you are enjoying your time at home, super!!!!!
i adore your hair, that is so so so cute.
have a good day tommorrow in clinic. i will be following this website.
love and kisses, nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Just wanted to let you know we are praying for you and hope that your BMA and LP are just fine.
Aurea, mom to Ale and Dani www.caringbridge.org/mexico/dani <aurea.zepeda@gmail.com>
Mexico, D,F. Mexico - Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:15 PM CDT
Hooray for going home and an even bigger hooray for blasts going away! Ashley, you are doing an amazing job! I'm so proud of you!!
Robin, my heart aches for you as I think of you taking this journey with Ashley for the 3rd time. It just plain stinks. But if anyone can do it, it's you and Ashley...the Wonder Girls!!
I hope the rest of the family is doing ok...it's tough on everyone...YUCKO!
Love,
Nancy
caringbridge.org/in/matthewk
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Thursday, May 3, 2007 7:51 PM CDT
Robin, as a loyal member of ALL-KIDS I can assure anyone that there is no such thing as a "good" cancer. My child has managed to do well on treatment, but thats today. I wish everyone realized how scary it is to live with a leukemia kid...but glad that not everyone has to!
Wanted you to know I was thinking of you and keeping Ashley and Ryan in my thoughts and prayers. We're praying in Vermont!
Vicki Corson/ALL-KIDS and Angel Wings
Vicki Corson and Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Northfield, VT - Thursday, May 3, 2007 5:27 PM CDT
Hi, my friend Ann told me about you guys and I wanted to let you know that we are praying for you!
Bridget Gross <grossbridget@comcast.net>
Chicago, IL - Thursday, May 3, 2007 3:54 PM CDT
Sup, Ashley? It's just Caitlin saying "hi". Buh bye!
Caitlin Raether <lime_green_chickens@yahoo.com>
Shawano, WI 54166 - Thursday, May 3, 2007 3:46 PM CDT
I came across Ashley's website from Ali's website and I can't believe you've all been fighting this for four years! That's amazing. And you're completely right about their not being enough awareness, I've noticed the same thing for Pediatric Brain Tumors. I will be praying for both Ashley and her brother, Ryan!
Love and Prayers, Sammi Jean www.caringbridge.org/mi/sammijean
Sammi Jean Robertson <NeuroGirl716@hotmail.com>
Wyandotte, MI United States - Thursday, May 3, 2007 3:41 PM CDT
Robin,
I was just doing my weekly check of Ashley's website when I saw the news. I am in shock. I am so very sorry! I am happy to hear she is home. I am looking forward to seeing a picture with orange and blue hair!
Hugs
Susan Gentry
www.caringbridge.org/co/nathanmichael
Susan Gentry <sogren@rocketmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Thursday, May 3, 2007 3:21 PM CDT
Dear Ashley and Family- I am now just catching up on my reading of the list as we are also getting ready to head to transplant. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you- hang on to each other- you will make it through!
Margie- mom to Karissa- dx-ALL 1/95 ot 9/97; Anna, dx'd with MDS- 2/91 heading to transplant; William, dx'd with ITP 12/94, and wife to a wonderful soldier , Kris, for 23years <huhnerhaus@comcast.net>
Fort Lewis, WA USA - Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:43 AM CDT
I just heard of your relapse on the LLS Boards. All I can say is that your whole family is in my prayers.
By the way, I liked your post about Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - it was like reading my own thoughts.
(daughter dx'ed with ALL 2/06)
Theresa
Darien, CT - Thursday, May 3, 2007 9:55 AM CDT
Dear Ashley and Family, it was very sad to hear about the latest struggle. But I am extremly happy to read your going home. Keep on fighting, you all must have amazing strength.
With love from Australia.
Maria (daughter diagnosed Oct 05 aged 6 with AML)
Maria <lividuva@msn.com>
Harcourt, Vic Australia - Thursday, May 3, 2007 6:35 AM CDT
Ashley,
So glad to hear you are home!! Everyone is anxious to see your hair. Taylor told us you were going to color it :) What a great idea. Taylor is going to be on the news tonight, I'm taping it so hopefully I can share it with you. Keep your spirits up and know that we all love and think of you daily! Mrs. Weber and the 4th grade
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 9:56 PM CDT
Robin-
So glad to hear that Ashley is heading home and that her body is responding to treatment! I just wanted to leave a note to let you all know that I am thinking about you guys.
Keep fighting Ashley and can't wait to see a pic of your new hair color :-).
Lorie, mom to cancer warrior Ben (5, pre-b cell ALL, dx. 8/03, OT 10/06), ALL-kids member
www.caringbridge.org/tn/benparents
Lorie H <lghirsh@hotmail.com>
Knoxville, TN - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 9:25 PM CDT
Home, Sweet Home... I know you'll all enjoy every minute of being back together again tonight! Be sure to post of picture of Ashley's blue hair w/orange highlights - I can't wait to see it. (Sounds like something Kevin would do)
Thinking of you all and praying for remission on Friday.
Big Hugs -
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 8:53 PM CDT
Yay, good to hear you are going home and that Ashley's leukemia has been so responsive to treatment! My family will be thinking about you guys on Friday and praying for a remission marrow. When you get down to Milwaukee for transplant I would love to "visit" (if you can call it that when you are on the HOT unit!)
Best wishes to your whole family, I am so so sorry you are doing this again, it is incredibly unfair.
Hang in there,
Jean (from ALL-Kids, www.caringbridge.org/visit/samanthaghantous)
Jean Ghantous <jghantous@sbcglobal.net>
Wadsworth, IL - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 7:44 PM CDT
I'm so glad you are going home! The hair sounds interesting, can't wait to see pics! Praying for good results on Friday.
michele(nurse in ny)
- Wednesday, May 2, 2007 7:37 PM CDT
Happy to hear that you are going home today. Hope you are feeling well. I can't wait to see the photos of the new do.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 5:40 PM CDT
Yipee!! So glad to read you are going home today! Have fun with Mom getting your hair done.
Our prayers are with you sweet Ashley!
Carpe Diem!
Tiffany - mom to Jackson and Faith (ALL-Kids) <jetoneil@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 3:17 PM CDT
We have watched and prayed for Ashley and Ryan and your family since Lina was first diagnosed (about a month after Ashley's first relapse). You are an amazing family and the love and faith you have that has brought you through the last 7 years will continue to get you through this latest setback. I will offer a prayer for Ashley this Thursday morning at our prayer group. May it give you some comfort to know that there are lots of people out there who are thinking of you...
God Bless,
Ann and Lina (dx ALL with CNS, 11/03, OT 14 months)
Chicago, - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 9:56 AM CDT
Sent you a private email, Robin but I wanted to let you know that I was devastated to learn of Ashley's relapse. Please know even though I am gong through a very difficult time with my own mother, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Ashley and the rest of the family.
Anne Sulskis
Keshena, WI - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 8:55 AM CDT
So happy to hear that you will be going home today, but so sorry that you have to go through this all again. Sometimes life just isn't fair, and some families have so much more than their share of problems. I don't know how you hold it all together. I'm praying every day for an early remission for Ashley, a successful transplant that will end this nightmare, and strength to sustain the whole family. Hang in there,
Peggy Hines (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 8:22 AM CDT
Debes Family: Just want you to know we are thinking of you guys daily and praying every night for you. Keep fighting Ashley - you know you are a winner!
Jerry & Chris Raddant Family <rads5@ezwebtech.com>
Shawano, WI US - Wednesday, May 2, 2007 8:22 AM CDT
Happy to read you should be going home today! Nothing like home to recharge the batteries a little. Prayers continue from here...actually just took you on my prayer walk with me...
May the Lord surround you with His angels...and give you peace, strength, and total healing...
Angel Hugs!
Char
Be An Angel...Touch A Heart
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Wednesday, May 2, 2007 7:16 AM CDT
Hi Ashley,
Jared Hoerter and his family (Woodland 4th grader) wish you a speedy and healthy recovery. Keep smiling and getting well so that you are ready to cheer on the Bears!!!
Love, The Hoerters
The Hoerter Family <khoerter@new.rr.com>
Menasha, WI 54952 - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 9:49 PM CDT
hi sweetie,
it was so good to talk to you tonite and i cannot wait to see you tommorrow. you are the sweetest girl i know. have a good nite and sleep tight.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 8:29 PM CDT
Sounds like the chemo is doing its job! Many prayers for remission on Friday! I hope Ashley is doing ok and that you are all hanging in there.
I'm here!!
Nancy, Matthew's MOm
nancy vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, May 1, 2007 8:26 PM CDT
Ashley, I missed you in Spelling today!!! We got to go the lab. I will miss your smiling face in my room. My entire class is thinking of you and sending you lots of best wishes. Stay strong and keep smiling. My prayers are with you. All my love, Mrs. Nofzinger
Stephanie Nofzinger <snofzinger@aol.com>
Appleton, WI USA - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 7:44 PM CDT
Robin. I can't believe what I read. I dont know what to say. I can just imagine what your mind is thinking. A second time is scary enough. But a third time... Thank goodness she is responding to the chemo again. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Your girls are all beautiful. Ryan is a little cutie too.
Shawn and Karlee Green <greenmanor@hotmail.com>
Saint Helen, MI US - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 6:29 PM CDT
Dear Robin, I don't even know what to say. I am soooo angry and I am sure no where near as angry as you are. I have prayed for Ashley and Ryan every single day since I first learned of them several years ago during my daughter's treatment for AML. I will pray extra hard that she get a complete healing here on Earth. Stay strong and believe that He can heal her.
Love and Blessings
Michelle Petrow
www.caringbridge.org/nj/jaclynpetrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
Scotch Plains, NJ - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 5:06 PM CDT
Hi Debes Family. Robin, your mom emailed with the news about Ashley's relapse. I just got caught up with your journal entries and know that prayers are being answered. You and Ashley (the whole family) are on our church prayer chain and I know from the guestbook entries many, many others are praying also. You will get through this with God's help! Love and blessings to all of you.
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 4:20 PM CDT
Cameron Rohde family from Woodland is keeping you in their prayers. We look forward to hearing updates on your path to health!!
Sandi Rohde <srohde@kcc.com>
Appleton, WI USA - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 2:45 PM CDT
Hello Debes!
Two thoughts about pepcid and dressing changes: we found that giving pepcid like clockwork (before tummy pain) helped a lot during steroids. Also, check around for dressing/tape/bandage alternatives. We had lots of trouble and tried several but finally found one that was easily removed with "dressing remover pad" (some chemical pad that smelled like rubbing alcohol/nail polish remover!) Helped a lot. If you need help finding them drop me an email and I'll send you some. Hang in there!
beth myler <bmyler@yahoo.com>
austin, tx - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 11:32 AM CDT
Dear Debes Family - I wanted you to know that we are all thinking of you and praying for you at Sacred Heart. You are a very strong family and YOU WILL get through this. I know that Caitlin would love to visit Ashley some time, so we'll have to see what we can work out. God Bless.
Mary Raether <marylraether@netscape.net>
Shawano, WI 54166 - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 8:50 AM CDT
I have been a watcher for a long time and was so glad you all were a success story. I KNOW you still are, this is just a bump in the road. I will pray for you all during this round of treatment. God Bless you all.
Wendie House <WHouse@co.st-joseph.in.us>
South Bend, IN - Tuesday, May 1, 2007 7:30 AM CDT
Debes Family,
I'm checking in again, as you've been on my mind all day. I'm so very happy to hear that those blasts are getting blasted by the chemo. Ashley will attain remission again - I just feel it. Prayers for that continue though, just to make sure :o) I'm sorry she has to have the PEG tomorrow, but that is a very good drug against leukemia so hopefully with that in mind she can get through them. Kevin tried freezy spray, but prefered to ice down his legs til they looked like frost-bite.
Stay strong - you can do this.
With lots of love and prayers for all of you,
Lisa , mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, April 30, 2007 10:31 PM CDT
Ashley,
Abby and I wanted to let you know that we're thinking about you and praying for you to kick this thing and get back to having fun with us at Girl Scouts soon!!!
Mrs Foster (Cheerio) and Abby
Cheryl Foster <rjf-cnf@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI 54915 - Monday, April 30, 2007 10:17 PM CDT
Ashley, the class and I are with you in thought and prayer.
We miss you and are sending big hugs your way. Everyone is so concerned including the boys :) Stay strong, we know you can beat this. We will keep in touch!! Love, Mrs. Weber and the 4th grade
Melissa Weber <jweber919@new.rr.com>
Appleton, WI - Monday, April 30, 2007 10:14 PM CDT
I was just devastated to hear the news of Ashley's relapse. I hope you know that everyone in Milwaukee is praying for your recovery.
Evelyn Hansen
Wauwatosa, WI - Monday, April 30, 2007 9:56 PM CDT
Praise the Lord for the blasts coming down!! Come on, Ashley, keep fighting!! One day at a time, Robin. Continuing to pray for renewed strength each and every day.
Gloria Galaska <ggalaska@wi.rr.com>
Oak Creek, WI US - Monday, April 30, 2007 8:38 PM CDT
Hang in there and stay strong Ashley. You are an inspiration to everyone around you.
You can beat this (I bet your brother is making you smile during these hard times. He definitely makes us smile each day). My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Take Care.
Miss Basler <jbasler@kimberly.k12.wi.us>
Appleton , WI - Monday, April 30, 2007 4:29 PM CDT
Ashley is in our thoughts and prayers.
Curt, Teresa, Nicholas and Ashley Jeske <tljeske@charter.net>
Waupaca, WI usa - Monday, April 30, 2007 4:09 PM CDT
ALL RIGHT KIDDO! It is time to KICK those NASTY BLASTS TO THE CURB once and for all!
There are a whole bunch of people cheering you on here in Iowa!
Mom and Dad, we are cheering on the entire family as well.
Hugs and prayers
Amy
Mom to Connor M.
Amy Muston <amymuston@hotmail.com>
Keokuk, IA USA - Monday, April 30, 2007 2:24 PM CDT
WAY TO GO GIRL. WAY TO BLAST THOSE NASTY BLASTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOVE NURSE JANE
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
greenbay , wi usa - Monday, April 30, 2007 12:50 AM CDT
Robin,
Just thinking about you guys. I'm so glad Ashley is doing well. As I was reading your journals and saw the leukemia getting hit, I was quietly cheering. Will be keeping you all in my prayers.
Hilda (Mom to Josh)
Dayton, OH USA - Monday, April 30, 2007 12:15 AM CDT
Robin,
Ashley with the help of chemo is killing off those nasty leukemia cells and on her way to remission! YEAH! Ashley is such a fighter and so is her MOM!!
Call whenever or email me and I can call you!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Monday, April 30, 2007 10:37 AM CDT
Robin
I am so sorry to hear the lastest news. Please know that we are here praying for you guys. Ashley is a fighter and that will help. Your family has been through so much already and I wish there was something that I could say to make it better. If there is anything at all that we can do for you, please let me know.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, April 30, 2007 6:45 AM CDT
Robin, Ashley and Family...
I am so shocked, I have no idea what to even say. I am so sorry that you are going through this again. Please know that my prayers are for you and my heart is with you.
Love from...
Alicia - Camryn's Mom <alicia415@comcast.net>
Brownsburg, IN - Monday, April 30, 2007 5:45 AM CDT
hi robin and ashley, yes i did read all of the entries and i am so very proud of you ashley. way to go girl. i know you can do this. ashley , you are the bravest girl i know and i love you sweetie.
robin you are a wonderful mom and i just know you and ashley will get thru all of this. and i will be there to help you and so will all the other nurses.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Sunday, April 29, 2007 11:41 PM CDT
{{{Robin, Ashley and Debes family}}}
I just got back in town tonight due to a death in the family and began catching up on email. When I saw the subject line that Ashley had relapsed, my mouth went dry. I kept saying no, no, no - it can't be Ashley Debes...Kevin heard me and asked what's wrong, and who...he knows about Ashley through me.
Oh, how I wish it weren't so. I'm so, so sorry for all of you, and I hate this disease as much as you do. Please know that your family is in my prayers and on my mind 24/7. I know that Ashley is in for another rough go, but I also know she can do this because she has the love and support of her family behind her. You've all been through so much already, and you're going to get through this too.
With much love and prayers for strength -
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 9:34 PM CDT
Praying for Ashley and her family via Cali Ali's Mom, my very good friend.
Postcard Cindy <clatoure@aol.com>
Sonoma, CA USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 9:31 PM CDT
Robin, I am so sorry to hear that Ashley has relapsed. She has gone through so much, it is upsetting to think she has to battle this again. Please know that we are praying for you, for healing, strength and that you will be surrounded by support. Sending hugs, The Spragues
Andrew's Page <kim.sprague@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 7:09 PM CDT
I just stopped by and read the news. Please tell Ashley I am SO sorry and will be praying extra hard for her and of course her family. I feel just awful but she's tough and you'll all get through.
God bless <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Sunday, April 29, 2007 5:49 PM CDT
Robin, Ashley & Family --
We are praying for Ashley and all of you continually. Taylor requested a special prayer be said for Ashley today in church and even asked her Sunday school teacher to copy materials for her to send to her friend. She is on her mind a great deal.
In fact we just got done with a little care package we need to drop off at your place so it can be taken up to her in the hospital. Taylor is so anxious for the day when she can bring something to Ashley in person...make goofy faces at her...and SEE her smile. She also wants to show Ashley that we put a small picture of her in the Best Friend locket she gave to her. That way Taylor keeps her close to her heart.
We know that Ashley is a tough kid, with a will of steal (she got that from you, Robin!) -- she will beat this. If anyone can, it's Ashley Debes!!!
Hugs from all of us,
Tammy, Neil, Taylor & Kaitlyn
P/S Twinkie can't wait to be cuddled by her "mom", Ashley, again!
Tammy Jeske (Mom to Taylor -- Ashley's best friend who misses her terribly) <valleyjeskes@sbcglobal.net>
Appleton, WI - Sunday, April 29, 2007 3:05 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Robin! Just wanted to take a minute to let you know that we are praying for you. You have all ready been through soooo much that this is just not fair. You will all have to dig deep to find the strength that you will need to overcome yet another obstacle, but I know that you have it in you. Hopefully it makes things a little easier knowing that sooo many people care about you and are praying for you and your entire family. Hang in there!
Steph (all kids) www.caringbridge.org/nd/josh <jochim1@westriv.com>
Flasher, ND - Sunday, April 29, 2007 11:36 AM CDT
I belong to ALL-kids and have read about your journey before, and I thought..WOW..you and your children are amazing!! I was so sorry to hear of another relapse for Ashley. May you draw strength from somewhere knowing you have a lot of people praying and thinking of you!! Hang in there, you guys are doing a great job!! Erin(www.caringbridge.com/visit/matthew2)
Erin <birchenough@talkamerica.net>
Dearborn, Mi USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 11:19 AM CDT
Ashley,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. It's okay to be upset and have questions...none of this is fair. You will make it through this, just like you have in the past.
Loving thoughts and prayers coming your way.
Lori (ALL-kids mom to Amanda) <galer404@dejazzd.com>
Mifflinburg, PA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 11:14 AM CDT
Hope you are all good Ryan!
Danielle & Quinn <Danicole10@yahoo.com OR Funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, April 29, 2007 9:09 AM CDT
Here's a little gift so you will get better Ashlee.Danielle & Quinn Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com OR Funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, April 29, 2007 9:06 AM CDT
We are soo sorry that you have to go through this again. Ashley you are such a brave and pretty girl. The way you are comforting everyone around you including the doctor is beyond inspirational. Your courage and spirit will lift you through this latest challenge.
Noelle, Claire & George <cgntal@optonline.net>
Morris Township, NJ USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 9:00 AM CDT
I am glad there were no blasts in the cns, we hope you wake up today feeling a little stronger and ready to continue the fight. Praying for strength and resolve for your whole family-hugs to you all. Darlene
Darlene Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Sunday, April 29, 2007 8:31 AM CDT
I am so sorry to learn Ashley has relapsed.We
are hounding Heaven with special prayers for her
and your family..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Boyerangeltrish@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 7:35 AM CDT
Ashley,
I'm so sorry you have to go through all this again! I hope you know there are a lot of us who are praying for you and your whole family! You are an incredibly brave girl, and an inspiration to not only other kids, but also to us adults! Hang in there, Sweetie, and we'll hang in there with you!
Sending you great big hugs,
Andrea Marley (Ethan Marley's mommy)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/ethanmarley
Andrea Marley <gamarley@sbcglobal.net>
Milpitas, CA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 1:04 AM CDT
I just saw the recent entries. I am so sorry Ashley has relapsed. Tons of prayers being said here in central new york....
michele
- Sunday, April 29, 2007 1:03 AM CDT
Hi, my name is Isabel. I have leukemia too. I'm sorry you are in the hospital. I have a knock knock joke for you. Knock, knock! (who's there?) Cow go. (Cow go who?) No! Cow go Moo!
I hope you are reading books. I think you would like My Secret Unicorn. I am closing my eyes and wishing you well RIGHT NOW!
Love, Isabel (www.helpisabel.us)
Isabel <pauletteispretty@yahoo.com>
Petaluma, CA USA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 10:58 PM CDT
I'm still in shock! I'm sending lots of good thoughts your way and REMISSION vibes for Ashley.
Jan ALL Kids Relapse list (Colin's Mom) www.caringbridge.org/wi/colin <jan866@aol.com>
Glendale, WI - Saturday, April 28, 2007 10:30 PM CDT
I'm sending you all prayers and positive thoughts, and a specific prayer for Ashley to quickly reach remission and stay there! Hugs & Love
Stephanie www.caringbridge.org/tx/cherry
albuquerque, - Saturday, April 28, 2007 10:26 PM CDT
Ashley and Family,
You are such a brave and strong girl and our family is praying for you.
Robin-Take it day by day. You're a wonderful mom and advocate for your daughter. Even though we are in SC, please let us know if there is any thing we can do to help.
Tina and Bryce Summers- ALL- KIDS <tinvance@msn.com>
Columbia, SC - Saturday, April 28, 2007 9:34 PM CDT
Ashley,
What a great friend you have! If you're like my daughter, I bet your hospital phone will always be busy.
We are sending you giant cyber hugs from Ohio. I'm glad surgery went well today, and YAY! for no cells in the spine. We're sorry you have to do this awful stuff all over again. I hope you know how much we are all rooting for you. Best wishes from your ALLKids friends,
Alicia and Avalon
Alicia Hall - Avalon's mom <castlehavan@columbus.rr.com>
Powell, OH - Saturday, April 28, 2007 9:29 PM CDT
Prayers, love and hope being sent to you all as you being this journey once again. Hang tough! Your family is surrounded by the best doctors, family and friends to help support you.
love from your friends at AllKids,
Heather and Brianna dx ALL , www.caringbridge.com/ny/mylittlesunshine, daughter to Pete, dx CLL. SCT 8/3/06 www.caringbridge.org/visit/petek
Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 9:12 PM CDT
Hi Ashley, WoW! It is nice to have a good friends! You must be a wonderful for your friend to make you an offer like that.
Tomorrow is my birthday- my newest tradition since my daughter went OT is to buy my special friends gifts on my birthday. I checked ALL-KIDS this a.m. before leaving the house to shop and I read about you. I bought you a present and need your mom to email me your home address so I can send it to you.
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 28, 2007 9:00 PM CDT
Hi, Robin and Ashley. Robin, you've been such a support to me on ALL-KIDS, I hope I can be that for you. I'm so sorry Ashley has to fight this again; it's just not fair. But she is a beautiful and strong girl, and my prayers are that she will endure this easily and kick this dreaded disease out forever. Prayers too for Ryan's continued health. HUGS to you, Robin!
Beth, Kyle's mom (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 8:11 PM CDT
Hi Robin, I'm sorry you all are having to go through this again. It just doesn't seem right. Sending a big {{hug}} and hopeful thoughts that the dreaded steroid pulse will go quickly. My son Will is just wrapping up a 21 day pulse tomorrow. I'm sure you know what I mean when I say that I can't wait to get my kid back.
~Angie
www.caringbridge.org/visit/williamarmstrong
Angie Armstrong <samandang@gmail.com>
Albany, NY` - Saturday, April 28, 2007 7:29 PM CDT
Ashley,
I'm sorry to hear that you are having to endure another round of treatment. Please know that you, your family, friends and caregivers are in my thoughts and prayers.
With warm hugs from Minnesota...
Vicki L. / Angel_Wings <vlund@csom.umn.edu>
Stillwater, MN USA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 7:21 PM CDT
Robin, I am thrilled to hear that Ashley's CNS is clear! I know that's got to be a beacon of hope amidst the bad news of the last few days. I hope she is resting well tonight, and please know we are thinking of you all the way down here in Georgia.
Kristie (ALL List) Kendrie's Page <kristieokc@cox.net>
Byron (Robins AFB), GA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 7:10 PM CDT
Glad to hear CNS is clear! I will keep you in our prayers. You might as well start making your food list and request now as the next month your going to want everything! Keep fighting!
Keri and Katie Rose <mommyof8plus1@cox.net>
El Cajon, CA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 6:57 PM CDT
We are thinking about you down here in Texas Ashley! Glad to hear the port surgery went well. Sorry about the dreaded 28 days of steroids. ..that stinks! We'll be keeping the whole Debes clan in our prayers!
Beth, mom to Will, dx 12/04, ot 1/04
Austin, TX - Saturday, April 28, 2007 6:11 PM CDT
Glad the surgery is over and that Ashley's CNS is clear!
We love you guys and we'll be sending all our good thoughts and prayers your way as Ashley starts her treatment again.
Katie (mom to Hayley, Hunter, and Taylor) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Saturday, April 28, 2007 4:43 PM CDT
Great news on the CNS being clear! I'm glad the surgery is over and the chemo has started...step one towards remission.
You are all in my constant thoughts and prayers...
Love,
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Saturday, April 28, 2007 3:04 PM CDT
Hi! it's caitlin i hope you are doing fine in the new house and hopfully we can get toghether this summer!i miss you!
Love,
caitlin raether <lime_green_chickens@yahoo.com>
Shawano, WI - Friday, April 27, 2007 3:33 PM CDT
Love the pictures. Thinking of my Wis. neighbors.
www.caringbridge.org/mn/alexisstern
Karen Stern all-kids <jandkstern@connections-etc.net>
Big Lake, MN - Friday, April 27, 2007 7:51 AM CDT
Thank you for sharing all those wonderful pictures of your beautiful family! Just stopping by with a hug and hello. Darlene
Darlene and Christopher Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Friday, April 27, 2007 6:33 AM CDT
Robin,
I love the new pictures! Your kids are all beautiful...just like Mommy (maybe Daddy too but I didn't see him)
I can't wait to hear the great results from Ryan and Ashley's appointment today!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Thursday, April 26, 2007 3:23 PM CDT
Robin,
I am so sorry that it's been a long time since I've visited! Ashley and Ryan look absolutely AWESOME! I am sooooooo happy for them :-) Glad that life is back to some normalcy. We are hopefully going to be joining you in October when Jamo should be completed with her treatment!!!
Take care.
Marion
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
Marion Rush <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Friday, April 20, 2007 2:47 PM CDT
Robin, I am an ALL-kids mom. I wanted to come visit your website to see how the kids are doing. Ashley looks so beautiful and Ryan, how adorable. My own boy is 5 so I am endeared to that age. You have been so supportive and helpful on the boards. After going through this 3 times, you and your family deserve nothing but happiness and health. Your situation also frightens us! How can this happen to more than one of our children. Yet you all lived our worst fear and got through it. There is hope! Happy belated Birthday to Ryan. And I am glad that each diagnosis anniversary gets slightly better for you. Best wishes.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/ethanthechamp
Andrea--Ethan's mom <heyandrea@comporium.net>
- Thursday, April 19, 2007 6:47 AM CDT
How Grat is that!
Danielle&QuinnAngel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com OR Funny_horse10@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, April 17, 2007 7:51 AM CDT
Absolutely LOVE the pics!!! Thanks for sharing!! Happy to read nothing new to report. Glad things are going great for all of you!
Thought for this day…getting the right focus…
I’ve learned nothing I do on my own will compared
to what I can do through Christ. So when the world
threatens to over take me, I remember….
“If you look at the world, you will be distressed.
If you look at yourself, you will be depressed.
If you look at Christ, you will be at rest.”
By Rick Warren
May the Lord bless you and keep you….
Angel Hugs!
Char Jensema
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Be an Angel…Touch a Heart
Char
- Monday, April 16, 2007 3:34 PM CDT
Hi Debes Family! Just stopping by to check in and see how everyone was doing. Wow...I can't get over how great Ash and Ry both look! Ashley looks so gorgeous with all that hair!!! Hope you all had a great Easter and that Appleton is treating you well. Take Care! (...and a very belated Happy Birthday Ryan!)
Chad Griepentrog <chadgrip@hotmail.com>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, April 14, 2007 5:55 PM CDT
Hello Robyn and family,
Reading your diagnosis day entry brought tears to my eyes for a couple of reasons. I was diagnosised with ALL in 1979 when I was just shy of 16 and relapsed 17 months off treatment. I am blessed to say that I survived the relapse protocol (pretty much the same one as given today)but had many years of fear of the unknown future. I have to be truthful in saying that even after 25 years those dreadful fears of doubt creep into my mind from time to time. I do believe that having leukemia changed me for the better and I would not be the person I am today without the experience. Believe it or not, I am grateful for the experience and thank God for bringing me closer to Him and providing me the ability to see and appreciate life from a whole different prospective. As a mother myself to three wonderful kids, I am certain that your emotions and fears are far greater than what I had to endure. I admire your strength and unconditional love for your precious children. The fear and doubt does subside with time but never truly goes away. My thoughts and prayers are with Ashley and Ryan as they get further and further from their diagnosis date and are able to enjoy their childhoods like "normal" kids.
Lisa Jenkinson <lisajenkinson@yahoo.com>
Lorton, Va usa - Friday, April 13, 2007 6:34 AM CDT
Robyn, it is so amazing how we NEVER forget that diagnosis day. Morgan was diagnosed on January 13th (Friday the 13th no less!) and every year it rolls around it makes me crazy. Not to mention every Friday the 13th now makes me crazy...tomorrow...gulp!
The kids look fantastic, and you are such an inspiration to me. Making it through with one child is hard enough ... but with two? and a relapse? My dear, your place in heaven is well reserved.
Hugs to you and your beautiful family.
Vicki C. ALL-KIDS and Angel Wings
Mom to Morgan, 14, High Risk ALL
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
Northfield, VT - Thursday, April 12, 2007 7:08 PM CDT
I LOVE the picture collage!
Hugs,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, April 12, 2007 2:41 PM CDT
(((Robin)))
Thankfully, this is a Happy April 11th. That's how I look at each anniversary these days anyway. I know the feeling of sadness though - grieving for all that our kids have been through and the lost years when they should have been living like normal silly kids.
Many hugs to you today, my friend.
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, April 11, 2007 10:50 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ryan!
Ashley, 14 month OT...wow! You are doing great. I just love your pretty hair.
Robin, Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the whole cancer thing, it brought tears to my eyes. Also, thanks for praying for Matthew and for gathering all your friends and family in prayer as well...it works!!
Love
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Wednesday, April 11, 2007 10:25 AM CDT
Ryan,
I'm so glad you had a nice birthday! And I love your sense of humor - flying mustaches? LOL!
Ashley - so glad you are feeling better and your counts are UP! Enjoy spring break!
Robin ~ thanks for posting the new pics - you have a beautiful family.
Happy Spring, Happy Easter!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, April 1, 2007 10:54 PM CDT
Hi Ryan!!! Hope you had a wonderful birthday!
Cody's Wheels Of Hope (www.cwoh.org)
Cindy Filson <info@cwoh.org>
Erie, PA USA - Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:53 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ryan!
I hope the icky germs are cleared out of the house and everyone is feeling great!
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, March 26, 2007 7:05 AM CDT
Happy HAPPY Birthday Ryan!! I wish I was in your class! M&M cookies sound YUMMY!!! Praying that you have a wonderful day filled with lots of love, heaps of fun and yummy birthday cake!! Hugs,
Cheryl/Angel_Wings
MD - Monday, March 26, 2007 6:57 AM CDT
Happy Birthday Ryan! I hope that you have a wonderful day.
And Ashley, I hope that you are feeling better today.
I'm praying for yall.
Ann Watts/Angel Wings < bubbasoldlady@cebridge.net>
Jacksonville, AR USA - Monday, March 26, 2007 6:52 AM CDT
Happy Birthday Ryan!!! A Batman cake sounds yummy & fun. Have a great day, and I hope that Ashley is feeling better by tomorrow!
Hugs,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, March 25, 2007 8:45 PM CDT
I hope everyone is feeling better soon!
michele(nurse in ny)
- Wednesday, March 21, 2007 8:58 PM CDT
Jelly beans & Jesus
Have you heard the story of the jelly beans?
Little jelly beans
Tell a story true.
A tale of our Father's love
That's just for me and you.
GREEN is for the new spring grass.
YELLOW is for the sun above.
BROWN is for the soft earth where
People sat hearing of HIS love.
PURPLE'S for the robe he wore
RED is for that precious wine.
BLACK is for the sins He washed
From your soul and mine.
BLUE'S for the sadness of
HIS friends and family,
and is for the glory of the Day
HE rose for you and me.
Now that you've heard the story
You know what each color means.
The story of our Father's love
As told by jelly beans.
So when you see jelly beans on this Easter season,
stop and remember,
Jesus is the reason!
"For God so loved the world, He gave His One and Only Son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
John 3:16
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
The Prayer Bears
Prayer Bear Barb
- Wednesday, March 21, 2007 4:33 PM CDT
Sorry to hear about the strep. Hopefully everyone will be feeling 100% very very soon. Those darn germs are everywhere. Thinking of you guys often. God bless.
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Monday, March 19, 2007 2:59 PM CDT
I hope you and everyone is fine so........ a little something.......
ashlee!Danielle Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Monday, March 19, 2007 9:13 AM CDT
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Have a nice weekend!
caringbridge.org/visit/quiltsofhope
Jaime <aquiltofhope@aol.com>
- Saturday, March 17, 2007 1:51 PM CDT
praying Ryan feels better really soon and those nasty fevers go away.....
michele(nurse in ny)
- Friday, March 16, 2007 7:10 PM CDT
Hey guys! Spring is almost here and that means NO MORE SICKIE STUFF!!! :)
I just love the picture on the front page....Ryan's eyes are HUGE!!!!
Hugs!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom (yes, you knew that!!)
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, March 13, 2007 1:35 AM CDT
I'll have to say that I have don't remember visiting your website before, and I just want to say that Robin..... you have beautiful children. You have done a wonderful job on the website. I'm always a listening ear on the ALL kids relapsed list, but rarely have time to check out the websites. It's nice to put faces to the names. So, my goal is to check and leave a message on someone elses website every week or two. I hope everyone is feeling better SOON!!! And again...... you have the most gorgeous kids. God bless and our prayers are with you!!
Naomi Fehr www.caringbridge.org/canada/joshua < jnyf@mts.net>
Winkler, MB Canada - Sunday, March 11, 2007 4:09 PM CDT
Robin,
I haven't been here in so long I barely recognized the kids. They look Great! Ashley and Karl have something in common. He went OT 2 days after she did.
Judy P.
www.caringbridge.org/pa/karl
Judy Pamer <kgpamer@comcast.net>
Beaver, PA - Friday, March 9, 2007 1:46 AM CST
I Hope ashlee is doing good!Dani/QuinnAngel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com Or Funny_Horse10@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, March 3, 2007 7:14 AM CST
Lot of love and kisses from Brasil.
Rose
Rose <roselane.gomes@ibama.gov.br>
- Thursday, March 1, 2007 12:41 AM CST
Praying for fevers gone down and hope yesterday's appointment went well.
with love, <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Monday, February 26, 2007 7:55 AM CST
Man, don't ya just love Wisconsin winters?
Hope that everyone is feeling better.
You guys are never out of our thoughts.
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, February 25, 2007 4:02 PM CST
I am praying for you.
Lis / Angel Wings <liveinspirit@aol.com>
Cabot, AR - Saturday, February 24, 2007 7:34 PM CST
Hi Robin-
I check in every few months to see how your kids are. Sorry that they have been suffering with icky bugs. I am really happy to see that they are doing well otherwise. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers...
Love,
Suzanne, Daniel and Caroline McDermott (March 02 PG)
Suzanne <suzmcdmcd@gmail.com>
Guilford, CT 06437 - Thursday, February 22, 2007 8:35 AM CST
Hurray for normal gunky stuff! Seriously, I hope the zithromax kicks in and Ryan feels better soon.
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, February 20, 2007 7:09 PM CST
I hope all the "bugs" of winter are soon behind you. Robin, wishing you a happy birthday! Love to all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, February 20, 2007 5:12 AM CST
Glad things are going ok..Praying for you all~
Melissa and Danielle/Angel_Wings <sass_27_2005@yahoo.com>
- Monday, February 19, 2007 12:07 AM CST
Here is some lovely pictures!
Dani Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, February 18, 2007 1:53 PM CST
Praying you have a wonderful weekend
fileed with smiles and laughter..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Kngboyer@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Sunday, February 18, 2007 9:19 AM CST
you guys look great....stopping by to let you know I am always thinking of you..its been really hard to get back on the computer but I wanted to stop by and say hi...
melissa mom to baby donovan and big boy dylan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, February 17, 2007 9:58 AM CST
Keeping you Close to my Heart and Deep in my Prayers.
Seding Love Hugs and a Miilion Prayers to you all.
To My Child...
Just for this morning, I am going to smile when I see your face and laugh when I feel like crying.
Just for this morning, I will let you wake up softly, all rumpled in your sheets and I will hold you until you are ready for the day.
Just for this morning, I will let you choose what you want to wear and smile at how perfect it is. Just for this morning, I am going to step over the laundry and pick you up and take you to the park and play. Just for this morning, I will leave the dishes in the sink and let you teach me how to put that puzzle of yours together.
Just for this afternoon, I will unplug the telephone and keep the computer off and sit with you in the back yard and blow bubbles.
Just for this afternoon, I will not yell once, not even a tiny grumble when you scream and whine for the Ice-cream Truck, and I will buy you one if he comes by.
Just for this afternoon, I won't worry about what you are going to be when you grow up, or second guess every decision I have made where you are concerned.
Just for this afternoon, I will let you help me bake cookies, and I won't stand over you trying to fix them.
Just for this afternoon, I will take you to McDonald's and buy us both a Happy Meal so you can have both toys.
Just for this evening, I will let you stay up late while we sit on the porch and count all the stars.
Just for this evening, I will snuggle besides you for hours, and miss my favorite T.V. show.
Just for this evening, when I run my fingers through your hair as you pray. I will simply be grateful that God has given me the greatest gift ever given. I will think about mothers who are searching for their missing children, the mothers who are visiting their children's graves instead of their bedrooms and mothers who are in the hospital rooms watching their children suffer senselessly, and scream inside that they can't handle it anymore, and when I kiss you goodnight, I will hold you a little tighter, a little longer. It is then I will thank God for you and ask him for nothing,
EXCEPT ONE MORE DAY
Dale angel wings <naron810@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, February 15, 2007 7:32 PM CST
Happy Valentines Day...
Denise (Kyle's mom) www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Tuesday, February 13, 2007 10:29 PM CST
“Love...It bears all things, believes all things,
hopes all things, endures all things.”
(1 Corinthians 13:7)
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Prayer Bear Barb
- Tuesday, February 13, 2007 1:45 PM CST
Happy OT anniversary Ashley!! Doing the Happy Dance here in Virginia!
God bless,
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Sunday, February 11, 2007 1:00 PM 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.
**~
BRENDA~**MY LOVING DAD'S SITE WITH A NEW YEAR ANOTHER ANGEL <brurka@shaw.ca>****Edmonton~Alberta~Canada****, - Saturday, February 10, 2007 9:24 PM CST
Congratulations Ashley & Ryan on kicking Leukemia's butt!
Jenn Hartley <ronjenn696@prodigy.net>
- Saturday, February 10, 2007 7:01 PM CST
Congrats Ashley! Way to go. Here's to continued health for you and your brother.
God bless
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, February 9, 2007 4:21 PM CST
Yikes!! I thought it was cold here in upstate NY!! We had a day off as well. Happy one year off treatment Ashley!!
with love, <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Wednesday, February 7, 2007 6:19 AM CST
i am hopeing you are going to have a verry verry happy valitine's day!Danielle <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, February 4, 2007 10:59 AM CST
Happy Birthday Kiddo!!
Glad to read things are going well. May this continue for years and years and years.
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith88@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, February 2, 2007 2:22 AM CST
I love your smiles! Praying for your continued well being.
David melotn angel wings <DMelton321@yahoo.com>
Wichita, KS - Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:04 AM CST
Great news that both kids had good check ups! Have a great weekend!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, January 25, 2007 4:05 PM CST
Glad to hear Ashley's latest visit to the clinic ended on a good note...Always happy to hear those "normal" reports on the kids I check up on...Ryan & Ashley keep up being great kids!
For those of us facing a tough decision, a difficult road or for the next time you are…here is an Uplifting Thought….
“In the midst of the darkness that threatens to overwhelm us lies a pinpoint of light, a persistent flicker that guides us through the pain and fear, through the hopelessness and despair, to a place of peace and healing on the other side. This is God’s Spirit, leading us back home like the lighthouse beacon that directs the ships through the fog to the safety of the harbor.”
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Just trying to be one little flicker of light to kids with cancer…
Char
WI - Friday, January 19, 2007 1:02 PM CST
Ryan & Ashley,Just stopping by to say hi and to let you know we are thinking of you.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Tuesday, January 16, 2007 11:38 AM CST
Hi there Debes Family!!
I was just thinking of you and decided to cruise by to say hi!
I hope you are all having a great week!!
Many Hugs from Indiana!
Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Monday, January 15, 2007 9:53 PM CST
I haven't signed the guest book in some time now even though I do check frequently to see how things are going. I'm so happy everyone is well. Your own strength and faith has sustained you with the love and prayers from your fervent supporters. God bless all of you this new year and always. Love,
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI 53058 - Monday, January 15, 2007 11:31 AM CST
I'm so glad that things are going well. And congrats on nearing the 11th month OT. A year is just around the corner!
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, January 5, 2007 8:27 AM CST
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!Big hugs
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Monday, January 1, 2007 11:36 AM CST
Happy New Year to all of the Debes family,
Hope the strep is gone now...Take care and we must get together in 07!! I think of all of you often and miss you very much!
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green bay, WI USA - Sunday, December 31, 2006 3:28 PM CST
So glad that your CHRISTmas was good. I am praying that God will pour out His blessings on Ryan and Ashley and all of you in the new year to come.
Lis Geoghegan <liveinspirit@aol.com>
Cabot, Ar - Saturday, December 30, 2006 7:46 PM CST
Hi Ashley! Hi Ryan!
Hope your New Year is a very, very Happy one!
From,
Cody's Wheels Of Hope (www.cwoh.org)
Cindy Filson <info@cwoh.org>
Erie, PA USA - Thursday, December 28, 2006 9:56 PM CST
Wishing you guys and your family a very Merry Christmas.
Jennifer Iljazi Angsl_Wings <jzee1664@optonline.net>
- Friday, December 22, 2006 2:26 AM CST
wishing you all avery Merry Christmas and prayers for a Happy, Healthy New Year!!
michele(nurse in ny)
- Thursday, December 21, 2006 10:00 AM CST
Hi Debbs family
Its not long to go now, are you looking forward to Christmas?
Have you ever played with these reindeer, I love them but you have to have your speakers on
Love Viks
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Amy Muston <!--cbusetag--><amymuston@hotmail.com><br>
Keokuk, IA USA - Friday, December 8, 2006 2:20 PM CST
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Sandwich, IL - Tuesday, December 5, 2006 9:14 PM CST
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<b>Hi Robin!<BR>I had to say hello and say that Ryan and Ashley look SO GOOD (and Ashley, that hair!) that you must be one of the happiest mums on earth. You deserve it.<BR>Love,<BR></b><br>
Jacquelyn and Graydon (www.caringbridge.org/canada/graydon) <!--cbusetag--><jacquelynwv@yahoo.com><br>
Toronto, ON Canada - Monday, December 4, 2006 11:46 PM CST
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<b>What a wonderful update! Thanks for sharing...<BR><BR>Thought I'd pop in once and let you know you are on my mind and in my prayers. Hope you have enjoyed your little mail. <BR><BR>As we all face decisions…big and small…though many of yours are in the big category…I felt this message of hope was so appropriate…especially as the Christmas season approaches. <BR><BR>“Like a speed bump in a parking lot, a decision lies in our path, allowed there by God to remind us hope is a choice. Choosing to live as people of hope is not to diminish or belittle pain and suffering or lie about evil’s reality. Rather it is to cling to God’s promise that he will make all things new.” <BR>From Prayers of Comfort a Gift of Hope<BR><BR>Wishing you all a season of peace this Christmas!<BR>Angel Hugs and prayers,<BR>Char<BR>Project Angel Hugs<BR>Come visit us at www.ProjectAngelHugs.com <BR></b><br>
Char <!--cbusetag--><!--angelhugz2u@verizon.net--><br>
- Tuesday, November 28, 2006 1:20 PM CST
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<b>Lots of love and smiles from Brasil.</b><br>
Rose <!--cbusetag--><roselane.gomes@ibama.gov.br><br>
- Friday, November 24, 2006 5:09 AM CST
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Much love to you and your family today!
The Lindgrens
Denise www.caringbridge.org/co/kylel <dmlindgren@msn.com>
- Thursday, November 23, 2006 9:57 AM CST
Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
Karen & Joshua <B9StoME@aol.com>
www.maccmom.com <----Joshua's web site, - Wednesday, November 22, 2006 7:32 PM CST
Trish/Angel_Wings <Kngboyer@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Wednesday, November 22, 2006 4:26 PM CST
a big giant thanksgiving wish to the entire debes family. you guys deserve all the happiness in the world.
i am so glad ashley and ryan are doing so wonderful. i miss you guys alot but am glad you are enjoying life the way you should be.
i look at this site all the time and you are always in my heart, all of you.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, November 20, 2006 11:28 AM CST
I'm praying for your family.
Ann Watts/Angel Wings <bubbasoldlady@cebridge.net>
Jacksonville, AR USA - Monday, November 20, 2006 5:52 AM CST
lucky ashlee hope you keep things up prying for you all at angel_wings
Danielle Angel_wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, November 18, 2006 7:50 AM CST
Hey Ashley and Ryan:
Just popped by to wish you a
Remember we are always praying for you.
Love
Charlene & BECKY
Ones Who Care & Angel_Wings
.**.**.**.**.**.**.**. <cb_withowcandaw@yahoo.ca>
- Friday, November 17, 2006 4:51 PM CST
I'm glad everyone is ok..... Happy Thanksgiving
michele(nurse in ny)
- Thursday, November 16, 2006 8:33 AM CST
holy cow, I am so glad the kiddos are doing better...No fever guys...You all hang int here...Thinking of you contsantly...love the rabbit..I think I have a pic of that rabbit...?
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, November 16, 2006 7:56 AM CST
So glad to hear that both Ashley and Ryan are feeling better! Can you believe this year we're dealing with REGULAR germs?? How great is that?!
Hugs,
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian (ALL survivor off treatment 8 years!) and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor off treatment 1 year! <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, November 15, 2006 8:42 PM CST
So happy to see things are going well. Know that we still check in on you guys. Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, November 12, 2006 3:29 PM CST
Here's to happy days and Halloween chocolate that lasts into November! We're so happy for you - that are are well and you're enjoying the fall. We love you lots.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, November 7, 2006 5:43 PM CST
Here's to Trick-or-Treating in the streets and NOT in the hospital wings!
Thanks for all of your help. I will be in touch soon.
BTW, I have come to loathe anniversaries for just the reasons you stated.
Love,prayers, and hugs
Amy
Connor's mom
www.caringbridge.org/ia/conall
Amy Muston <amymuston@hotmail.com>
Keokuk, IA USA - Monday, November 6, 2006 7:58 PM CST
I hope you all had a great Halloween! It was Ali's first in 4 years that she was able to enjoy a little Halloween fun.
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, November 4, 2006 10:16 PM CST
Hey guys, I am glad to see things are quiet. I hope you all had a Happy Halloween and got a ton of candy!
Have a great weekend.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, November 4, 2006 12:05 AM CST
happy happy happy halloween. i hope you both got lots of good candy.
i love all of your pictures. i think of you all the time.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Tuesday, October 31, 2006 9:03 PM CST
Hey, Ryan and Ashley!!!
Boo....to YOU!
Eat lots of candy (you deserve it!!)
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Fam <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Tuesday, October 31, 2006 11:25 AM CST
Robin,
I'm so glad that Ashley gets a break from the ferritin med! And that's great that both kids had good check-ups. I hope they both (all of you) have a wonderfully spooky and fun Halloween!
xoxo
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian (ALL survivor off treatment 8 years!) and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, October 28, 2006 9:36 PM CDT
Have a spooky hallween
DanielleAngel_Wings <Danicole10@yaho.com>
- Saturday, October 21, 2006 8:12 AM CDT
Dropping by to wish you a
& let you know you are in our thoughts & prayersCharlene & BECKY/
Ones Who Care & Angel_Win
.. <cb_withowcandaw@yahoo.ca>
- Wednesday, October 18, 2006 5:28 PM CDT
just a quick hello to remind you all I am thinking of you guys... hang in there...
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, October 7, 2006 7:37 AM CDT
I am glad to hear things are good for you guys. You deserve it. Know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, October 6, 2006 7:25 AM CDT
Robin -
I LOVE the new pictures and video! And hearing that everyone is doing so great in your house has me smiling from ear to ear! :o)
Enjoy!
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, October 5, 2006 8:45 AM CDT
Keeping you in our prayers.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/lynzeecullum
Dorothy Cullum <mom2all9106@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, October 4, 2006 5:54 AM CDT
Robin,
I know exactly what you mean when you talk about looking back at certain times. There are even movies I can't watch because they were at the time of Jamo's diagnosis. Ahhhh...the fear we can't control!!! The kids sound like they are doing AWESOME and try to focus on that. Halloween will go just as planned and you'll have a good one to remember from now on! Hang in there. You guys are a true inspiration!
Love,
Marion
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Family <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Tuesday, October 3, 2006 6:55 AM CDT
Ryan & Ashley,Just stopping by to let you know we are thinking of you.Happy Fall Y'all.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Tuesday, October 3, 2006 0:44 AM CDT
{{{Robin}}}
I know what you mean about certain dates holding bad memories...for us the relapse day was 10/30/03, but there are other dates that stand out as well unfortunately. I have decided that there won't be another bad May 3, February 10 or October 30 - we make sure of that now!
I hope that every future Halloween holds nothing but JOY for all of you too!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, October 2, 2006 7:11 PM CDT
I am thrilled the check ups went so well.
Holding you close in our prayers.
Trish/Angel_Wings(http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Angel_Wings) <Kngboyer@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Friday, September 29, 2006 4:11 PM CDT
Hi Robin, I check on Ashley and Ryan frequently but never sign the guestbook because of time. I am so very happy they are both doing so well and back in school full time! Also very happy to hear Jennifer and Kelsey both like their new schools, too. Not sure where they are going, Bonduel? Moving Kurt to Pulaski last year was the best thing I could have done for him. He is caught up in all subjects, getting good grades and not getting in trouble at all. You all remain in my prayers and hopefully I will run into you in town one of these days.
HUGS,
Anne Sulskis
Keshena, WI - Thursday, September 28, 2006 9:36 PM CDT
Extremelly happy with all the good news.
Hope, life from now on, is like a "blue sky" all the time.
Lots of hugs from Brasil.
Rose <roselane.gomes@ibama.gov.br>
- Wednesday, September 27, 2006 9:20 AM CDT
Hi Debes Family!
We're so glad to hear that Ashley and Ryan had such wonderful checkups. It's also good to hear that school is going well for them. You have wonderful children, so it's not surprising they are adjusting so well. We miss you!! Caitlin especially misses Ashley!! Take care!
The Raethers - Todd, Mary, and Caitlin <marylraether@netscape.net>
Shawano, WI USA - Monday, September 25, 2006 10:20 AM CDT
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDAMY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON ,ALBERTA
, - Sunday, September 24, 2006 9:53 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Ryan, I am Brenda one of the Angel_Wings Prayer Group. Just wanted to stop in and say hello and read your updates . Praise God for wonderful news!! We will keep you all in prayer praying for good news all the time.Sending hugs and smiles. Angel_Wings Brenda
Brenda Ball 9/24/06 10:33am <brball12003@yahoo.com>
whitley City, ky usa - Sunday, September 24, 2006 9:30 AM CDT
"I'm sorry I'm saying this mom, but I didn't miss you today, I played with my friends" -- TOO CUTE!
((Robin)) ~ I know exactly what you mean...wondering how you'd ever make to this day and now it seems like some horrible dream. Yes, we've come a LONG way. And it is so incredibly wonderful to see our children doing just what they should be doing!
Smiling from ear to ear...
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, September 21, 2006 7:51 PM CDT
Hope you have a great summer still praying for you!!!!
Danielleangle_wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, September 20, 2006 3:32 PM CDT
happy birthday beautiful ashley. i think about you and ryan all the time.
i am so happy you are feeling great. you will always be my little sweeetheart.
love you, nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, September 18, 2006 9:30 PM CDT
Hello, Just a short message to say
Lots of love
Viks
v <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, September 16, 2006 6:59 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley!!
Melissa/Angel_Wings <sass_27_2005@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, September 16, 2006 10:51 AM CDT
sorry for not updateing but Happy Brithday ashlee!!!!!!!!!
Danielle_Angel_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, September 16, 2006 9:08 AM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley! Yours is just one month after Kevin's, and also lucky number 13! Welcome to the age of double-digits -- the teen years are just around the corner. I hope you have many more healthy birthdays ahead!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, September 14, 2006 10:28 PM CDT
I hope you had a great bday..You are all in my thoughts and heart.
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, September 14, 2006 8:12 PM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY!! I hope ypu have a great birthday and eat a peice of cake for me too! I miss you alot and think about you all of the time. Say hi to everyone in the family and I will write more later...Chad, Jodi and Jean say hello and happy birthday too!! Lovw Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green bay, WI USA - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 9:56 PM CDT
HAPPY 10th BIRTHDAY Ashley. I hope you have a really great day! You deserve it!
michele(nurse in ny)
- Wednesday, September 13, 2006 8:19 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley!! Hope you have a wonderful day!!!
Lots of love,
Katie (Hayley, Hunter and Taylor's mom) <dugan2b@yahoo.com>
Franklin, MA - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 4:43 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley!
Faith/Angel_Wings <taurigirl@triad.rr.com>
Liberty, NC USA - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 3:36 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ashley! Wow! Double Digits! I always thought 10 was a most important age after I read the Betsy -Tacy book where all the girls turn 10.
I don't think I've ever signed your site before, but I've been following you and your brother for some time now. I'm so glad to hear you're both doing well.
Hope you have a great birthday!
Tracy Stanley
Ramsey, MN - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 12:20 AM CDT
Hi Ashley and Ryan, HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY. I am so glad to hear you two are doing so well!!! Hope your enjoying school.Ashley I hope your having a great bday!
Dina & Kayla
caringbridge.org/il/kaylamc
Dina & Kayla <dmc26@comcast.net>
Bristol, iL - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 12:17 AM CDT
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Ashley!!
Hi to Ryan too.
Lis Geoghegan <liveinspirit@aol.com>
Cabot, AR - Wednesday, September 13, 2006 12:16 AM CDT
Hugs and oodles of prayers!
Love
Mike and Mary Slade and children <mar-e@rogers.com>
Guelph, Ontario, Canada - Monday, September 11, 2006 9:18 AM CDT
WOW! What amazingly strong and special people God believes you to be! My 7 year old (dx ALL) said "only the strong guys get this disease". I've just read your life stories and can only say WOW! Though you may not have chosen this life for your family, please know that you and your children have already given more hope and courage to others than some will ever give in an entire lifetime! You have touched many hearts. I will lift you in prayer. May God bless you richly and place a blanket of protection over you. May your children know long and happy lives. Much love to you.
meredith gass
- Sunday, September 10, 2006 1:30 AM CDT
Glad to hear things are going well for you all. I will be wearing my Packer shirt tomorrow...anything to help them beat da Bears!
Pam <pjohn257@msn.com>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, September 9, 2006 11:35 PM CDT
Hi Robin, My name is Kellie. My daughter, Chloe has been OT since April 2006 for AML. She was dx in Nov. 2005 and has been in remission since her very first treatment. When I read the email entitled "What it feels like to have a child with cancer",I cried. You know I've never been able to explain how it feels. You have hit the nail right on the head. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I recieved it as a bullitin on myspace.
I am so glad your children are doing well. I will pray for them to continue to remain in remission.
Kellie & ChloeBug
www.caringbridge.org/visit/chloebug
Kellie Forbes <LeauxWeez@aol.com>
Denham Springs, La USA - Friday, September 8, 2006 1:49 AM CDT
I am sooo glad you're doing normal school stuff this year! What a long way we've come, eh? I had to smile about Ryan - he reminds me of when Kevin started Kindergarten. On day #2 I woke him up for school and he said "but I already did that yesterday!" I'm sure Ryan will get used to it, and before long he'll be riding the bus without a hitch. Ashley's new school sounds very nice. I hope her year is smooth sailing and she makes lots and lots of new friends!
Love,
Lisa, mom to Brian and Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, September 7, 2006 10:11 PM CDT
Hope you make more firends!!
DanielleAngel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, September 6, 2006 4:58 PM CDT
Hey Ashley & Ryan and all the rest of you...
So happy to hear about school starting! Know you will love it...a brand new school? My kids attend the same school I went to school! I won't tell you how old I am! LOL Glad to hear the normal and happy things...enjoy! :)
Quote for the week…as I struggle at times with what looks like unanswered prayers...small or large…
“The little child does not always understand its mother’s promises, but it knows its mother, and its childlike trust is founded not on her word, but upon herself. And just so it is with us…There may not be a prayer answered or a promise fulfilled to our own consciousness, but what of that? Behind the prayers and behind the promises, there is God, and He is enough. And to such a soul the simple words, GOD IS, answer every question and solve every doubt.” Hannah Whitall Smith
God’s Blessings & Angel Hugs,
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Tuesday, September 5, 2006 11:50 AM CDT
Way to go Ashley and Ryan! Glad you all had a great summer, and I bet you will love your new school and teachers! Good luck - you both are such an inspiration to us all!
Cindy
Roanoke Rapids, NC USA - Monday, September 4, 2006 7:54 PM CDT
hope you have a great time at school! still praying for you...
DanielleAngel_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, September 2, 2006 2:01 PM CDT
Hello Debes Clan!! Just wanted to stop in and say hello and let you know that your friends at Children's in Milwaukee haven't forgotten about you. It's great to see the kids looking as good as they do! I'll continue to pray for a clean bill of health for all of you! Much love,
Nurse Evelyn
Wauwatosa, WI - Friday, September 1, 2006 9:26 AM CDT
Melissa and Danielle/Angel_Wings <sass_27_2005@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, August 31, 2006 10:28 AM CDT
Hi all! Sending lots of love your way. What great pictures! We continue to keep you and all cancer patients in our prayers.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gaiensvilel, FL USA - Wednesday, August 30, 2006 10:46 AM CDT
Melissa and Danielle/Angel_Wings <sass_27_2005@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, August 29, 2006 9:38 PM CDT
Robin and Family, so excited to hear that Ashely & Ryan are
doing so well. The new pictures of everyone are great.
Will keep you all in my prayers.
love from Courtney & Casey Baumanns grandma
Grandma Suzie <suzanneb@prevea.com>
Depere, Wi USA - Monday, August 28, 2006 3:37 PM CDT
Keeping you in my thougths and in my prayer's always.
Love Brenda MY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca>
Edmonton,Alberta/Canada, - Friday, August 25, 2006 1:16 PM CDT
Good news, Great pictures. Have a great weekend. Continuing to keep you guys in my prayers.
Jennifer Iljazi Angel_Wings <jzee1664@optonline.net>
- Friday, August 25, 2006 2:04 AM CDT
Hi Robin,
Got to say I love the new pics! ALL the kids look great and happy! Hope all stays "normal" for you!
Finally signing your guest book again!...things have just been a little hectic here. Our 2nd annual Car Wash (newspaper story at http://sheboygan-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060810/SHE0401/608100584/1097/SHElife )was a HUGE success...we more than doubled last year's funds raised! :) So we can continue to send out little packages to you! God is good! And as always, I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.
Quote for the week...
"Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow." Unknown author....words for all of us to live by...
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Thursday, August 24, 2006 2:26 PM CDT
Ashley and Ryan,
Its so good to know that u are both doing well. I will have
u both in my thoughts and prayers.Leaving u both some hugs for whenever u need them.
I'll be back soon for another visit with u both.
((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
LoveEileen Angel_Wings, OnesWhoCare
Eileen
USA - Wednesday, August 23, 2006 5:44 PM CDT
We are praying for you...
DanielleAngel_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, August 22, 2006 8:06 AM CDT
Excellent news, Robin. I check every once and a while to see how your kids are and was thrilled to see that Ryan and Ashley are off treatment.
The look on Ryan's face says it all...
Thnaks for making me smile today.
suzanne mcdermott (march 02PG)
Guilford, ct - Monday, August 21, 2006 2:53 PM CDT
Just checking on you, and it's been a while. Gosh, Ashley, you're a beauty! I'm your Mom's friend from ALL KIDS.
Beth (www.caringbridge.org/in/kylefacts) <bdehoff@iquest.net>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Sunday, August 20, 2006 9:59 PM CDT
You are doing verry well keep up the good work!! praying for you just in case!
DanielleAngel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, August 19, 2006 6:28 PM CDT
This is a little something for bouth of you I'm sending happy
Thoughts your way
Hope you have
A wonderful day.
I'm here if you need me
And want you to know
Our friendship is special
And continues to grow.
From beginning to end
Have a good day
And know you're thought of
In many special ways!
Danielle Angel_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Friday, August 18, 2006 7:18 AM CDT
hey ashlee and ryan debes here is something for you
Danielle <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, August 16, 2006 6:36 PM CDT
Glad to hear life is good for your family. We will continue to pray for complete healing, 5 years will be here before you know it!
Karen Norfleet ~Angel Wings~ <karennorfleet@gmail.com>
Wilson, NC USA - Wednesday, August 16, 2006 12:57 AM CDT
Ashley & Ryan,We hope you have a wonderful week and enjoy the rest of the summer.
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
Port Orchard, wa usa - Monday, August 14, 2006 2:10 AM CDT
I am so glad to hear life is good! You guys rock.
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, August 13, 2006 8:00 AM CDT
So glad that Ashley and Ryan are feeling well and that Ryan is port-free now! Enjoy the lake and all the other summer fun :o)
Love,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor, off treatment 11/05 (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, August 10, 2006 9:35 AM CDT
Praying for you.....
Danielle angel_wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, August 10, 2006 6:36 AM CDT
Glad to hear everything is going well. Have a great summer and I will keep your family in my prayers.
Jennifer Iljazi Angel_Wings <jzee1664@optonline.net>
- Wednesday, August 9, 2006 0:56 AM CDT
Wow how far you have come Ryan. No more tubies or pokies. Halleluha!
You guys have done so wonderfully. I am glad to know you.
Hopefully we meet up at the Celebrate Life picnic.
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, August 4, 2006 8:00 PM CDT
stopping in to say hello and how exciting to be port free!!! that is great news...Keep it up all of you...you are great role models
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Friday, August 4, 2006 6:37 PM CDT
Hi Ryan,
Just stopping by after seeing your entry on another site.
No more port!! Hurray!!
We will be keeping you in our prayers!
Best wishes,
Teri and "Iron Mike" Taylor
http://www2.caringbridge.org/ca/ironkidmike
Teri Taylor <Taylor.Theresa@comcast.net>
Clovis, CA USA - Thursday, August 3, 2006 3:55 PM CDT
Ashley and Ryan,
I think u are great brave kids and u both will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
I'll be back to see u real soon and I know u will be still striving to great.
Love Eileen AngelWings, OnesWhoCare
(((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Eileen
NY, NY USA - Wednesday, August 2, 2006 1:50 PM CDT
Happy Deportation Day!! Sooo happy for your whole family..
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, August 2, 2006 1:00 PM CDT
Thinking of your amazing family. Keep fighting (Wisconsin people always do :)) You are in my thoughts in prayers
www.caringbridge.com/visit/bradyengle
Missy O'Krueg
Oshkosh, WI - Wednesday, August 2, 2006 11:13 AM CDT
Way to go Rayn!
Jennifer HInes <creative_jenny@cox.net>
Mesa, az - Wednesday, August 2, 2006 10:23 AM CDT
Way to go Ryan!
Jennifer A from the prayer bears and ones who care <sassy_girl913@yahoo.com>
Carrolton, Texas - Wednesday, August 2, 2006 5:44 AM CDT
Hi Tubey free Ryan, im so happy your port free now :)
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Tuesday, August 1, 2006 10:07 AM CDT
Praise God!! Way to go Ryan. I am so glad things are going well for your family.
michele(nurse in ny)
- Saturday, July 29, 2006 8:37 PM CDT
I am so glad to hear you are all finally done with treatment. Your family has been through so much. Heres to good health.Your family will always be in our prayers.
Dina & Kayla <dmc26@comcast.net>
Bristol, iL - Friday, July 28, 2006 8:21 AM CDT
YAHOO! OT for Ryan!
May you enjoy the rest of summer chemo free!
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, July 28, 2006 0:38 AM CDT
Hello Ashley and Ryan:
We just stopped by to see how you are doing.
Praying for you today and always,
Love
Charlene and BECKY
.*.*.*.*.*.*.*.*.*.*.*. <cb_withowcandaw@yahoo.ca>
- Thursday, July 27, 2006 11:57 AM CDT
CONGRATULATIONS on finishing treatment with Ryan---I pray that 2006 has only good things in store for your whole family and that you all enjoy a lifetime of health and happiness after having been through so much. You're all so inspiring :)) Love, Ellen Della Penna
www.caringbridge.org/ny/griffin
Ellen, Matt, Allison & Griffin Della Penna <emdellapenna@genesee.edu>
Batavia, NY U.S.A. - Thursday, July 27, 2006 10:27 AM CDT
hope you are felling better ryan We are praying for you.....
Danielle Angle_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, July 27, 2006 7:00 AM CDT
Hi Debes Family! It's so great to hear that Ryan is so close to being off treatment! He is such a trooper. Please tell Ryan and Ash I said hello. I think about you all often!
Chad Griepentrog <chadgrip@hotmail.com>
Green Bay, WI USA - Wednesday, July 26, 2006 5:41 PM CDT
What great news! So glad the end is in sight...
Susan and Nathan Gentry <sogren@rocketmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Wednesday, July 26, 2006 8:57 AM CDT
I'm doing the happy dance here in Virginia!! Woohoo! Congrats to your family!
Blessings ~
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor and Kevin, relapse survivor! <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 10:00 PM CDT
WOW....WOW...& WOW....!!!!
Hopes for a family free of chemo! You've been inspiring! We hope you enjoy the moment and we celebrate.Yahoo!
Kelsey, Faith and Colleen-ALL Kids-caringbridge/northamerica/kelsey <colleencadaret@sbcglobal.net>
Placerville, CA - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 8:04 PM CDT
yea ashlee and ryan!!!! that is happy news
Danielle Angle_Wings <danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, July 25, 2006 5:44 PM CDT
I was visiting my sister Cheryl (in Illinois) for my nephew's high school graduation party last week. Her next door neighbor's son, 6 years old, who has been in remission for 2 1/2 years, had a relapse and is going through chemo+ again. He's seen at Children's in Milwaukee I really don't know much about this terrible disease except that it's devastating for the families. The same day as I found that out, we were doing searches on the internet and I looked up my daughters' names for fun. Then on a fluke, I looked up my name to see if there were any more of me. I ran across your name, and your story. My thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family. I am thinking often about that other person with my name and know that you are an amazing mother and a very strong person. Take care and God bless.
Sincerely,
Robin Debes-Tipton (Name hyphenated after I got married)
ROBIN DEBES-Tipton <Minim8@aol.com>
El Dorado Hills, CA USA - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 5:04 PM CDT
Beautiful news!!! I am so happy you are so close to not
giving chemo to any of your kids!!!! WOOOHOOO!
Love and hugs,
Audra, Keegan's mommy /ALL-Kids
<audramama@yahoo.com>
Fayetteville, Georgia USA - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 3:48 PM CDT
I am shocked that anyone could have two kids with ALL. As if one child going through this nightmare is not enough! I loved looking at your pictures. All of your children are precious. Your family will be in my prayers as all of the families who have kids with cancer remain in my prayers everyday.
Marcia Westcott (LLS board)
www.caringbridge.org/oh/adriennewestcott
Marcia Westcott <mwestcott1@aol.com>
Cincinnati, OH 45249 - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 3:20 PM CDT
Ryan hope your appt. went well we are praying for you guys...
Danielle Angel_Wings <Danicole10@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, July 25, 2006 7:57 AM CDT
Best of luck today with the aspirate and the LP! May they be clear, clear, clear. Then you get to celebrate and get that port out.
Robin, you are an amazing mother and I know the last years have been tough. Here's to only bigger and better years ahead.
Will be thinking about you and praying for you alot today!!
Take care.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, July 25, 2006 6:45 AM CDT
Go Ryan! Go Debes Family! You guys rock! Belssings to you all as Ryan "graduates" into "OT"
Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, Fl USA - Monday, July 24, 2006 6:26 PM CDT
I was so very, very happy to read your good news about going off-treatment--what a big milestone after all this time. Wishing you and your family all the best.
Karen, Clare's mom www.caringbridge.org/md/clareschmidt
Cabin John, MD - Monday, July 24, 2006 4:58 PM CDT
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!WHOOHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!We are all so happy to celebrate Ashley being off treatment!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!That is fantastic-one done and one to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Robin-I send you a huge hug for being the amazing Mom that you are!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The Melkonians
Darlene Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Monday, July 24, 2006 4:12 PM CDT
I love the photograph of ryan and the exploding water bomb! So glad to hear he has had his last spinal and aspiration, roll on no more chemo! Glad asheley is out having fun too. Love to you all, Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, July 22, 2006 10:10 AM CDT
I am so happy for your family! Ashley and Ryan have been an inspiration for us and we enjoy reading how well they are doing! Hasn't it been hot out? Today is nice and it just finished raining...so now it is cool :-)
Take care!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Family <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Friday, July 21, 2006 3:15 PM CDT
stopping in to say hello and let you know I was thinkig about you guys...I am glad you had a nice 4th. I love boats sounds like it was alot of fun...Conitnued prayers...
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, July 16, 2006 11:26 PM CDT
Praying for you!
Hugs,
Ann Watts/Angel Wings <bubbasoldlady@cebridge.net>
Jacksonville, AR USA - Sunday, July 16, 2006 3:04 PM CDT
Swimming in the lake, fourth of July on the pontoon... Sounds like a fun summer. You have all certainly traveled a long road and we're so happy that you've reached this point. Enjoy and keep us posted! (Hope that jaw pain is gon soon Ryan). Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Saturday, July 15, 2006 6:30 PM CDT
Happy to hear you all are enjoying your summer.
Those darn jaw pains can be a bummer.
Stay cool this weekend, they say it's to be a hot one.
Continueing to think of you!
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, July 14, 2006 9:31 AM CDT
I hope that Ryan's jaw pain/swelling goes away soon. Cheers to Ashley on making up for all the lost swim time! Counting down with you until Ryan is OT!!
xoxo
Lisa, mom to Brian & Kevin (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Wednesday, July 12, 2006 1:12 PM CDT
So glad to hear that your summer is going well and that you are having fun. Hope clinic went well yesterday. You are in our prayers.
Sarah/Angel_Wings
Ankeny, IA - Wednesday, July 12, 2006 10:15 AM CDT
Hi, Ashley and Ryan!
We are so glad to hear that you are both doing well! Jameson finally got to have a real summer this year since last year she was pretty sick. Now, she is back to her silly, crazy self! Have you gone to Great America lately? It's about 15 minutes from our house. We love the roller coasters...WOO HOO!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Family <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Thursday, July 6, 2006 8:22 PM CDT
hi debes family,
i miss you guys and think about you all the time.
i am so happy that you are all happy and healthy. it does my heart good to know that ashley and ryan are enjoying this beautiful summer.
keep smiling.
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Thursday, July 6, 2006 8:05 PM CDT
WoW! There is an end in sight! Congratulations! Just 26 more days!!
Rooting for you from CA!
XXOO, Marey, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey, ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 30, 2006 7:21 PM CDT
Hey guys. Glad the clinic visit went well. Hopefully those ferritin levels will behave very very soon. I hope you all have a safe and happy fourth!!!
Know that we think of you often.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, June 30, 2006 6:54 PM CDT
I am praying and pulling for both of your children. I have
no idea what it would be like to have 2 children going thru
treatment for leukemia. Know that you are not alone!
Hug them and tell them you love them everyday.
Alex's Dad
Scott Lougheed <cincykid57@aol.com>
Cincinnati, Ohio USA - Thursday, June 29, 2006 7:08 PM CDT
Ashley and Ryan, You both look wonderful! Keep up the fight! We hope you have a fabulous summer! Love The Melkonians
Darlene Melkonian http://www.caringbridge.org/md/chrismelko <melkonid@comcast.net>
Gaithersburg, MD - Thursday, June 29, 2006 6:43 AM CDT
please know im thinking of you all
Jay Angel _Wings <lovebabysnugles@yahoo.com>
bluffton, IN - Tuesday, June 27, 2006 10:07 PM CDT
Ryan,
I'm so sorry that you can't go swimming in the lake yet. Kevin was very sad last summer and the one before that, too. This year though, now that he is off treatment, he's having fun doing all the things that boys love to do in summer! I know that Ashley is too. So hang in there buddy ~ your time is coming soon.
xoxo
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor, off treatment 11/05 (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, June 27, 2006 9:41 PM CDT
HI there Ashley and family:
We are thinking and praying for you always.
Hope you have a great summer
Love
Charlene and BECKY OWC and Angel_Wings
.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.
- Monday, June 26, 2006 12:13 AM CDT
It is a great honor to pray for Ashley and Ryan. We love all of you!
God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
Port Orchard, wa usa - Friday, June 23, 2006 8:24 PM CDT
Blessed & safe hoilday & summer to you & yours.
God Bless America,
Barb, John, Shawn, Shannon & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Barb
- Friday, June 23, 2006 10:22 AM CDT
Keeping you in my prayers.
Sarah/Angel_Wings
Ankeny, IA - Thursday, June 22, 2006 9:23 AM CDT
Hi guys. I love walks in the park too. Summer is great. I am praying for both of you.
Jennifer Iljazi Angel_Wings <jzee1664@optonline.net>
- Thursday, June 22, 2006 5:25 AM CDT
Ashley&Ryan,Just stopping by to say hi and to see how you are doing.
God bless,love&hugs,Linn,Daniel & ArielThe Marrero <gillinn7@msn.com>
Port Orchard, wa usa - Tuesday, June 20, 2006 0:33 AM CDT
Praying for you..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Kngboyer@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Thursday, June 15, 2006 5:15 PM CDT
Praying for your family!
Sarah/Angel_Wings
Ankeny, IA - Wednesday, June 14, 2006 1:48 PM CDT
I'm glad Ashley is feeling better...
Michele
ny - Friday, June 9, 2006 11:57 AM CDT
Robin,
So glad the kids are doing well. We check up on them daily :-) Sometimes it seems like treatment drags and I'm looking forward to the end of this whole journey! Give big hugs to them from Jamo!
Love,
Marion & Jameson
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
Marion Rush <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Friday, June 9, 2006 7:21 AM CDT
Robin Ugh but glad they found out the cause of ashlys temp and are treating it...HOpe all goes well with their appts tues./..I hope you get some rest too...PRayers and hugs
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, June 8, 2006 7:39 PM CDT
Hello Ashley, I hope your feeling much better soon (also hoping its a typo and your temp isnt 130degree's ;) )
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Thursday, June 8, 2006 4:26 PM CDT
thinking of you all and hoping that the fevers stop and ashly gets to feeling better..Prayers and hugs to you all...
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, June 8, 2006 3:52 PM CDT
Hi Robin and gang,
Just wanted you to know I'm thinking of Ashley and hoping that fever goes away for good. We're all battling a virus here this week. Hope your visit tomorrow (OK, today, it's 4:20am and I'm having one of those mom insomnia moments) goes just fine.
Lauren
www.caringbridge.org/vt/fergus
Lauren Quinn <peckschoolhouse@gmail.com>
East Montpelier, VT USA - Thursday, June 8, 2006 3:20 AM CDT
Hi,
I wanted to let you know I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!! May God bless the both of you with healing. Peace to you, Michelle/Angel_Wings
Michelle Colyer <mcol2@hughes.net>
Kingston, TN US - Tuesday, June 6, 2006 6:05 AM CDT
Hi ~ I am a Prayer Warrior with Angel Wings and heard today of the amazing strength of your family. I'll be keeping your family very close in my prayers, and I'll be checking in on you again very soon. May God hold your family close,
Lynda/Angel_Wings
- Monday, June 5, 2006 9:55 PM CDT
My name is Trish and i am a prayer warrior with
Angel_Wings and my friend Angie shared your story
with us and i wanted to come by and meet you and tell
you that we all will be praying for you..
Trish/Angel_Wings <Kngboyer@aol.com>
Kingston, TN USA - Monday, June 5, 2006 6:34 PM CDT
I am a prayer warrior for Angel-Wings and came across your page from another child's site. I cannot imagine having two children dealing with the same disease. I wanted you to know I will be praying for Ashley and Ryan and checking back here and there for updates. Have a great week.
Angie / Angel-Wings <stewwwy64@yahoo.com>
Edmond, OK - Monday, June 5, 2006 3:35 PM CDT
Hooray for summer! Sorry to hear about the itch but this too shall pass. You've conquered so much, we know you'll get by this too! Wishing you all a wonderfully happy, healthy and restful summer. Wish we were there to roast marshmallows with you! Miss you all...
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, June 4, 2006 3:40 AM CDT
Hey guys, just checking in on you. I am glad both of the kids' numbers look good. Hopefully the cough and the itchies are gone soon. Enjoy the last few days of school.
Thinking of you often.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Friday, June 2, 2006 12:41 AM CDT
Hooray for line-free lake swimming!! Kevin did that too, for the first time in soooo long. It was great to see him having fun again.
Hugs,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor, and Kevin, relapsed ALL, off treatment November 2005 <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, June 2, 2006 9:14 AM CDT
checking in as always but dont always write...I am so amazed by your strength Robin and your never ending love for you kiddos. I am glad they are both doing well that is wonderful...Despite the itchies thats a big bummmer I hate itching.. Thank you so much for the great books. THey are so fun and very motivating for donovan to do his physcical therapy...Thank you so much for embracing our family and your support...
melissa Rasmussem (all-kids) www.caringbridge.org/in/babydonovan <meldardyl2000@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, June 1, 2006 3:07 PM CDT
Just checking in on how your kids are doing. I will continue to keep them in my prayers.
suzanne mcdermott
guilford, ct usa - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 5:09 PM CDT
Ryan&Ashley,Just stopping by to say hi and let you know we are thinking of you.Remembering those that served and gave their lives for our country.God bless,love&hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Monday, May 29, 2006 12:15 AM CDT
We remember the soldiers who fought for our country.
Thank you to our troops & their families! Happy & Safe Memorial Day to ALL!
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Barb
- Friday, May 26, 2006 1:11 PM CDT
Hi, Ashley & Ryan! My name is Marion and my 8-year old daughter, Jameson, has ALL, too. She was diagnosed on June 15, 2005. Right now she is on Maintenance and feeling more like her normal, silly self! We wanted to say "HI" and mention to you that we are almost neighbors! Stay strong and keep smiling!
Love,
Marion & Jamo
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jamesonrush
The Rush Family <marerush@comcast.net>
Antioch, IL - Thursday, May 25, 2006 7:34 PM CDT
Hello All! I hope everyone is on the mend. The "crud" was all over here too. It's never any fun but I pray that you're all well and rested very soon. Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 1:23 AM CDT
<kam95@comcast.net>
Bristol , Illinois United States - Saturday, May 20, 2006 7:38 PM CDT
Hey Ryan, I have a poem for you
Hickory, dockory, hic,
the day your clock gets sick,
and says, "Tock Tick,"
but not "Tick Tock,"
call the Hickory Dickory Doc
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, May 20, 2006 7:50 AM CDT
HI Robin and family...
Was happy to hear you all had a blast at Blue Harbor...that's in my neighborhood! Sorry though to hear that Ashley and Ryan are suffering from some spring time colds. Praying they feel better real soon!
The quote I chose for this week can be applied to all areas of our lives…not just the
worry for our loved ones, but of the bills getting paid, our other children’s
woes, of any obstacle that stands in our way of peace. It has always brought
me peace to remember God has already been to tomorrow and has seen it. He
will give me what I need, when I need, and where I need it because I am never
out of His grasp.
“As we face the uncertainties that today may bring, we have the assurance
that God knows what we are facing, He is in touch with what is happening
to us, and He is concerned. God is the God of grace and hope. With God’s
perspective, we can trace his hand on our lives and see that He has
transformed the bad things to good, just as He promised He would.”
From Grace for a Woman’s Soul.
May this week be filled with the certainty of His love for you.
Prayers continue…
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Thursday, May 18, 2006 9:29 AM CDT
Hi Robin, just dropping by to say "hello" and to see how you guys are doing. Glad to hear that Ashley is feeling better - will keep her in our prayers. I know all the thoughts which crowd into our heads each time they fall ill!! (((hugs))) Love,
Ann <annlatimer@optusnet.com.au>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 2:22 PM CDT
Glad to see that things are going well. May this continue for endless countless years.
Robin, Happy Mother's Day. May it be the best one yet. You are truely an inspirational, amazing mother. I am blessed to have met you.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, May 13, 2006 8:19 AM CDT
{{Robin}},
Happy Mother's Day to YOU, my friend. I hope all your future Mother's Days are worry-free!
Hugs,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor, and Kevin, relapsed ALL, off treatment November 2005 <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Friday, May 12, 2006 2:45 PM CDT
LETTING YOU KNOW THAT YOUR THOUGHT OF ON MOTHER'S DAY.KEEPING YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND IN MY PRAYER'S ALWAYS.
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDAMY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca~~THE PRAYER BEARS~~>
EDMONTON ,ALBERTA
, - Friday, May 12, 2006 11:30 AM CDT
So happy to hear Ashley's counts are up..may you all continue on this road of "normal"!
Rather than a quote for the week…I’ve chosen a prayer for the week…this prayer I’ve said for you and my hope is it brings you the comfort and peace you need for the coming trials of this life…
“My Creator, blessed is your presence.
For you and you alone give me power to walk
Through dark valleys into the light again.
You and you alone give me hope when there
Seems no end to my suffering. You and you
Alone give me peace when the noise of
My life overwhelms me. I ask that you give
This same power, hope, and peace to all who
Know discouragement, that they, too,
May be emboldened and renewed by
Your everlasting love.
Amen.”
From Prayers of Comfort
May this week bring you faith, hope, and peace.
Angel Hugs
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Thursday, May 11, 2006 8:55 AM CDT
Praying for you, Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Barb
- Tuesday, May 9, 2006 12:30 AM CDT
What cool phrases to read --- "nothing eventful" and "off meds." What a long and winding road you have all traveled. You all deserve a wonderful, restful summer. I know, not quite yet, those last days of school are tough, aren't they girls?! Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, May 4, 2006 8:38 PM CDT
Hi Robin,
Glad to hear that Ashley will be hopefully med-free soon! Sounds like you are doing good...prayers continue...
I’ve chosen this quote for the week for we all need The Ever Lasting Well of Hope to refresh us but especially the parents of children with cancer and the children themselves must drink from to replenish their hearts and souls….
“Hope from God is an anchor to the soul. It is not something worn lightly so that it is easily brushed aside. Hope that comes from Jesus Christ resides deep within your heart. It will never abandon you and if you look for it, you will find it there to encourage you in mighty ways. Hope is the very thing that keeps you from giving up when all the odds are stacked against you.” From Seeking His Face by Charles Stanley
May the Lord of Hope bless your souls this week and keep you in His care….
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Thursday, May 4, 2006 8:40 AM CDT
I had a runaway hamster like that one! It's so wonderful to hear we're closing in on "OT" for Ryan and that the family is doing so well. Love you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL - Monday, May 1, 2006 7:45 PM CDT
hi to the entire debes family,
my computer is still broke so i am in the library so i can check out my favorite two kids...
it is like a breath of fresh air to read about this two beautiful kids. wow, i am so happy to hear that all is well. the children look so great. i am having major debes withdrawal, i miss all of you alot.
i am so glad you are all well, this is going to be the best summer ever. i think about you guys all the time. no one can ever take your places in my heart.
i love you, love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Monday, May 1, 2006 3:46 PM CDT
Happy Be-lated Birthday Kelsey.
Those steroid cravings are something else, aren't they.
I learned that no matter what they eat, it is important that they are eating something, even if it is all junkfood:)
I hope the rest of Ryan's therapy goes smoothly and those aches go away.
Praying for your sanity and the kids' health.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, April 30, 2006 7:36 AM CDT
Hi Ryan, did you have a good Easter? I got lots of mini eggs and also some Kewi's as they are egg shaped (strange i know!), did the easter bunny visit you and did he meet twinkle? Lots of love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, April 29, 2006 4:46 PM CDT
HI Robin...
Boy do I remember those steriod cravings. Best place to be is behind a locked door. Hoping Ashley's mood swings end and Ryan is back to his outdoor self soon. The end is in sight! :)
I've picked the next quote...it reminds me of the determination we all need as mothers/father's/caregivers of a child with cancer...
“We can take a lesson from the precious water lily. For no matter what outside force or pressure is put upon the lily, it always rises back to the water’s surface again to feel the nurturing sunlight upon its leaves and petals. We must be like the lily, steadfast and true in the face of every difficulty, that we too may rise about our problems and feel God’s light upon our faces again.” From Prayers of Comfort.
And the only way to rise about is to hold onto our Father’s hand and live by His strength and love…
Hold on tight…
Prayers continue for your whole family…
Angel Hugs!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Thursday, April 27, 2006 10:58 AM CDT
Robin,
Wow, I know July 25 can't get here soon enough for you all! Believe me, you will have soooo much free time when noone is on chemo -- no pill schedules, waaay fewer doctor appointments, etc. = much less worry! OK, so there will always be that worry in the back of your mind, but try not to go there and just look foward to happier, healthier days!
God bless,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor, off treatment 11/05 (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, April 27, 2006 7:42 AM CDT
My prayers for Ashley, Ryan and all of you.
Tammy Nettina
Lithia, FL USA - Tuesday, April 25, 2006 7:14 PM CDT
Wow, those babies keep on growing up. All the spring birthdays! I'm happy you all enjoyed Easter. It looks like a new life is on the way as we get closer and closer to OT for both Ashley and Ryan. Wishing you many blessings!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, April 24, 2006 9:12 PM CDT
I'm so glad both Ashley & Ryan are doing so well.it sounds like you had a good Easter. The bunny is so cute!!!
Michele(nurse in NY)
- Wednesday, April 19, 2006 9:32 PM CDT
Hi Ashley and Ryan, it is nice to see you are both doing so well.I'm sure it will feel great to have both the kids off chemo. I love the picture with your new bunny and I must say Ashley you look great. Prayers that things continue to go well.
Lorrie Towle (Taylor Krueger's grandma) <lorrie.towle@gmail.com>
Van Horne, Ia USA - Wednesday, April 19, 2006 9:25 PM CDT
Hi Ashley & Ryan...
Sounds like you both are doing fantastic! Hoping the Easter bunny was good to you. I love the pictures of you Ashley with your bunny. Now my kids want one too!
For all of you...
I just wanted to share a beautiful thought from Charles Spurgeon...
"God will send showers of blessings. Look up today, you who are dried and withered plants. Open your leaves and flowers and receive God’s heavenly watering."
Keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts...
Angel Hugz!
Char
www.ProjectAngelHugs.com
Char
- Wednesday, April 19, 2006 1:57 PM CDT
All Clear!! Aren't they just the most amazing words! I am happy for you Ryan.
I am glad Ashley is feeling good. Wow, both kids off of chemo soon. What a wonderful feeling that will be. You guys are amazing and I look forward to hearing more good news.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, April 18, 2006 5:00 PM CDT
Lots of love from Brasil.
Rose <roselane.gomes@ibama.gov.br>
- Tuesday, April 18, 2006 3:15 PM CDT
hi get waht to said hi and see how youa re doing? and siad happy easrer. here is my wed page.
www.caringbridge.org/pa/anna.mcnamara.
Anna.
anna <RSDispain@yahoo.com www.caringbridge.org/pa/anna.mcnamara.>
pa, pa usa - Monday, April 17, 2006 8:10 AM CDT
Diana <Diana893@gmail.com>
Dallas, TX - Sunday, April 16, 2006 1:16 AM CDT
Hip hop, hippety hop
My “Easter Bunny” went off to the shop,
He bought me an egg and lots of chocs
And packed them into a cardboard box.
Then he wrapped it with paper and shiny string
It really was such a pretty thing.
Disaster struck when I opened the door-
He slid across the parquet floor,
He went round the corner and past the stairs
And finished up in a pile of chairs.
Of the Easter goodies not a trace,
he’d thrown them into my fireplace!
So a warning before you go opening doors
Make sure your “Bunny” has non-slip paws!
Happy Easter
With lots of love,
Everyone at Post Pals
Postpals
- Saturday, April 15, 2006 4:02 PM CDT
Ashley you look terrific and, Ryan, you are growing fast. Happy belated birthday. Happy Easter to all of you. Isn't this weather grand?
Love to all.
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Thursday, April 13, 2006 2:28 PM CDT
Ashley&Ryan,Wishing you and your family a very blessed Easter.God bless,love&hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Wednesday, April 12, 2006 11:43 AM CDT
hi Ashley and Ryan and family im just dropping by to wish you a happy easter and hope you get lots of nice easter eggs
mark <mark1111112@yahoo.co.uk>
- Wednesday, April 12, 2006 1:41 AM CDT
Keeping you in my thoughts and in my prayer's always.
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDAMY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca~~THE PRAYER BEARS~~>
EDMONTON
, - Tuesday, April 11, 2006 0:13 AM CDT
we just found your site and wanted to send our good wishes and prayers your way. it was hard with one going through it...i cant imagine 2. but it must be nice for them to have someone so close understanding exactly how each other feels.
god bless you all
karen n sammi www.caringbridge.org/ny/sammip] <mpbowler1@aol.com>
- Saturday, April 8, 2006 7:40 PM CDT
Wow Ashley and Ryan-you both look FANTASTIC. I am glad to see you are all doing well. I still think of you guys. I just wanted to say HI. I love your new bunny---very very cute.
Nurse Mandy <mandy_2345@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 8, 2006 3:20 PM CDT
THE JELLY BEAN PRAYER
Red is for the blood He gave.
Yellow is for His son so bright.
Black is for the sins we made.
Purple is for His hours of sorrow.
Green is for the grass He made.
Orange is for the moon at night.
White is for the grace He gave.
Pink is for our new tomorrow.
A bag full of jellybeans,
Colorful & sweet,
Is a prayer, Is a promise, Is a small treat.
Remember Jesus when you eat the jellybeans.
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Barb
- Wednesday, April 5, 2006 3:42 PM CDT
Ashley, You look great! I love the new bunny. Is it an Easter addition?
Hope things continue to go well.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Tuesday, April 4, 2006 10:11 PM CDT
Ah the good life...good health, new friends (Twinkie) spring weather, birthday parties with yummy cake, and lots of love all around. So good to hear all is well. Ryan, I hope you had a marvelous birthday and from the looks of things - you all had a great time. Terrific news all the way around! Blessings to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, April 4, 2006 5:45 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Ryan! And welcome to Twinkie ~ I love the name! The new pics are great. Ashley looks so healthy!
xoxo
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian and Kevin <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Monday, April 3, 2006 10:13 PM CDT
Hiya Ashley, I had a funny moment last week when i got a phone call telling me a company was trying to deliever a 170kg/26 stone to me (for post pals)- full of craft kits made of foam! Im wondering if a member of staff fell in the box and no body noticed! I know im posting this on april fools day but its actually being delievered on weds. If i don't sign your guestbook for awhile its either because ive fallen into the box and can't get out or ive been squished! hehe Love Viks
ps)Ryan thats one huge piece of ice!
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, April 1, 2006 11:46 AM CST
Keeping you in my thoughts and in my prayer's always.
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDAMY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca ~THE PRAYER BEARS~>
EDMONTON
, - Tuesday, March 28, 2006 8:43 PM CST
http://www.GlitterMaker.com/ - Glitter Graphics
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Sunday, March 26, 2006 6:04 PM CST
Better late than never!
Love and hugs,
Audra, Mike, Amanda, Ariel, Keegan the Crusader, and Liam , All-Kids <audramama@yahoo.com>
Fayetteville, Georgia USA - Sunday, March 26, 2006 2:04 PM CST
Hey, Birthday Boy!
Happy FOURTH BIRTHDAY, RYAN ANDREW! I remember so well the excitement the day you were born. What a wonderful day that was, and what a wonderful day this is! I hope you are having a beautiful sun-shiney spring day. Enjoy your party, cake and gifts and most of all your family. I love you lots and lots.
Love, Grandma xoxxo
Judith DeKiel <ehjude1211@aol.com>
South Elgin, Il USA - Sunday, March 26, 2006 11:01 AM CST
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RYAN! Your cake sounds great! I picked up Ali's cake for her birthday today...a princess cake! Glad to read that your swimming lessons went well :)
Rooting for you from CA!
XXOO, Marey, Cali Ali's Mom
Marey, Ali's mom- ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, March 24, 2006 5:37 PM CST
ASHLEY & RYAN,JUST SENDING SOME SUNSHINE YOUR WAY.God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
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The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa. usa - Thursday, March 23, 2006 8:04 PM CST
I know I have been terrible lately about signing guestbooks but I do stop by to check on you all often...
Congrats Ashley for finishing treatment, I know this is a BIG accomplishment and you have been such a fighter every step of the way!
I know first hand the burden cancer brings to a family but you all have proven much greater strength then the cancer itself!
Love and LiveStrong!
Shawnee Krueger ~ Proud Mommy to Taylor & Sydney!
www.caringbridge.com/ia/taylorkrueger <shawnee.krueger@gmail.com>
Van Horne, IA USA - Tuesday, March 21, 2006 10:41 AM CST
Diana <Diana893@gmail.com>
Dallas, TX - Sunday, March 19, 2006 4:25 PM CST
Enjoy this Friendship Flower!
^ Click ^ to send a Friendship Flower and ^ Click ^ Clover for a visit to SOEW's March St. Patty Theme Page
God's love 'n SONshine always,
Angel Jen
SOEW NEW WEBSITE Click to visit
Sunshine on Eagles Wings (SOEW) - The Prayer Bears - One Who Cares & others
Angel Jen <angel.jen@mymacs.org>
Nashville, TN USA - Wednesday, March 15, 2006 5:48 PM CST
A friend sent me this and I'm passing it around:
This is God. Today I will be handling All of your problems for you. I do
Not need your help. So, have a nice day.
I love you.
with love, <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Wednesday, March 15, 2006 7:26 AM CST
HAPPY ST.PATRICKS DAY
Just stopping by to let you know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayer's always.
Sorry it's been awhile since I have been here.Doing alot of running around with the kids and it's been snowing here all week but finally it's starting to melt.I just want to see the sun again.Have a good day and I will be back again really soon.
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDAMY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA/CANADA, - Tuesday, March 14, 2006 8:53 PM CST
I'm so very happy that things are going well. Thinking about all of you and wishing you the best, as always!
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Saturday, March 11, 2006 1:12 PM CST
May the road rise up
to meet you
may the wind be
always at your back
May the sun shine warm
on your face
And the rain fall soft
upon your fields
And until we meet again,
May God hold you
in the palm of his hand.
—an old Irish Blessing
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Barb
- Wednesday, March 8, 2006 10:20 AM CST
I hope things are good for everyone! Thinking of you often.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, March 4, 2006 10:24 PM CST
Hello all! Glad everyone is doing well. We're looking forward to Spring too. I hope it's warming up some for you and I know you're enjoying being at home! Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, March 3, 2006 10:42 PM CST
hi all,
i am having ashley and ryan withdrawals. i miss you guys alot. but that means that you are all happy and healthy, and that is super fantastic. ENJOY.....
i think of you all the time..
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay , wi usa - Friday, March 3, 2006 3:15 PM CST
Hi Robin...well, since I'm from Buffalo (and so are the Goo-goo dolls), I've always been a huge fan...but when they released this song...I loved them even more. It hit me jut like it's touched you...everytime I listen to it, I think of all of our little fighters...and I do say a prayer for them. I hope this year is the best ever for your family!!! (((hugs))) Ellen www.caringbridge.org/ny/griffin
Ellen, Matt, Allison & Griffin Della Penna <emdellapenna@genesee.edu>
Batavia, NY - Friday, March 3, 2006 8:13 AM CST
THE PRAYER BEARS
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDAMY LOVING DAD <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA/CANADA, - Monday, February 27, 2006 9:37 AM CST
Ashely&Ryan,Just stopping by to give you all some great big bear hugs.God bless,Love&hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa USA - Sunday, February 26, 2006 10:50 AM CST
Just wanted you to know we dropped by:) I don't sign in always so I wanted to make sure we left you a note to let you know you are in our thoughts:) WAY TO GO ASHLEY!!! Ryan, I hope you are feeling better:)
Love, Tracy and
Katia (a.k.a. "The Ladybug")
Fighting leukemia AML with a vengence!
Sharing Hope on the Wings of a Ladybug
Tracy and Katia <tmsol87@aol.com>
- Thursday, February 23, 2006 6:43 PM CST
So glad to hear things are going so well! :)
Christie
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/christie
Christie <headinthecloudsgirl@mac.com>
- Wednesday, February 22, 2006 6:11 PM CST
I am glad to see that everything is going well. Halleluah!
Happy Birthday Robin. I can imagine what your wish was when you blew out your candles.
God bless
`
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, February 22, 2006 9:32 AM CST
I can only imagine Robin that the very best birthday present is that the kids are doing better day by day - OT and soon to be! It sounds like everyone enjoyed their weekend. Hope you all had big slices of cake! Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2006 4:26 PM CST
Hey Ashley :)
Just writing to say hello and to let you know that I am thinking of you. You have a lovely name by the way! I do hope today is a better day for you and that you are still smiling.
Take care and best wishes,
Cara
Cara Noton (postpals) <cara.noton@gmail.com>
Sheffield, England - Monday, February 20, 2006 7:24 AM CST
Happy B-day Robin! Glad to here everything is going well with Ash and Ryan. Talk to ya soon!
Eric <muskynutt@comcast.net>
Saint Charles, IL USA - Sunday, February 19, 2006 10:30 PM CST
CONGRATS Ashley on finishing treatment!! WOOOHOOO, what a reason to celebrate :) I'm so happy for your family... and Ryan, not long to go!! I'm keeping each of you in my prayers :) Sending tons of love from Down Under...
~*~*Girlie's Page*~*~
Love always,
XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Janice <janiceliew1981@yahoo.com>
Melbourne, Australia - Sunday, February 19, 2006 2:40 AM CST
Stopping by to give Ashley big hugs!
My angel, www.caringbridge.org/canada/dusttin
Cherrei
Canada - Friday, February 17, 2006 7:09 PM CST
Ashley,Just stopping by to say hi and let you know we are thinking of you.We hope you had a great Valentine's Day! God bless,love&hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Friday, February 17, 2006 1:21 AM CST
Go Kelsey! That's so exciting! So much to celebrate at the Debes house! Our love to all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, February 15, 2006 8:55 PM CST
Yea!!! Congrats Ashley to finishing up treatment!!! Can't wait for Ryan's last day either.... What great mile markers for all of you!!!!
Wanted to get in a Happy Valentines Day!
Jane Kahl (Wisconsin Angels/FOA) <kahlja@charter.net>
Sun Prairie, WI - Tuesday, February 14, 2006 10:49 PM CST
Diana <Diana893@gmail.com>
Dallas, TX - Tuesday, February 14, 2006 10:44 PM CST
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDA MY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA/CANADA, - Tuesday, February 14, 2006 11:34 AM CST
Hi Ashley
Congrats on being off treatment.You are such a fighter.
Our prayers will always be with you and your family.
Dina & Kayla
caringbridge.org/il/kaylamc
Dina <dmc26@comcast.net>
Bristol, Il - Tuesday, February 14, 2006 9:19 AM CST
Yeah!!!!!!! Congratulations Ashley. Make sure that beast is gone FOREVER!!!!!!!
Karen
Brandon's Mom
Karen Steffes <ksmsteffes@yahoo.com>
Mayfield Hts, OH - Monday, February 13, 2006 4:06 PM CST
Way to go Ashley! Congratulations! :) :) :)
Christie
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/christie
Christie <headinthecloudsgirl@mac.com>
- Sunday, February 12, 2006 11:01 PM CST
Super Duper Ashley! Fantastic news!
Hugs and oodles of prayers!
Love
Mary, Mike Slade and the kids <mar-e@rogers.com>
Guelph, Ontario, Canada - Sunday, February 12, 2006 12:07 AM CST
Ashley & Ryan,We just stopped by to wish you and your family a very Happy Valentines Day!Congrats Ashley! God bless,love & hugs, Linn, Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Saturday, February 11, 2006 3:23 AM CST
WOW! Congrats Ashley! We are thrilled to hear that you are off treatment...and Ryan will be right behind you!
We pray for continued remission for you both, and a life filled with blessings. Love, The Spragues
Andrew's Page <kim.sprague@cox.net>
Ladera Ranch, CA USA - Saturday, February 11, 2006 0:26 AM CST
No line! What a race you guys have run. You have been an inspiration to us all. We are all so happy that all is clear. We'll continue to hold your entire family in our prayers. God bless you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, February 10, 2006 9:54 PM CST
ashley, my beautiful beautiful ashley,
i am so very proud of you my little sweetheart. my heart is swelled so big thinking of you right now. you have been on a very long and difficult journey. but you did so well. you have been my inspiration sweetheart. you are one of the bravest people i know. thank you so much for letting me be a part of your care. i have been so honored to take care of you ashley. i will NEVER forget the times i took care of you. you have been one of my favorite patients i ever had. i am so proud of you and just marvel at how far you have come.
i will always cherish your pictures and always keep you so close to my heart always and forever.
do not ever forget how very very much i love you sweetie and how very very proud i am of you. thank you for teaching me the meaning of life ashley. you will always and forever be my hero.
i hope i get to see you sometime when you are at the clinic. thank you for calling me the other day, it was so good to hear from you. you sound so happy and healthy.
i love you sweetie,
love nurse jane
jane wecker <janecline22@hotmail.com>
green bay, wi usa - Friday, February 10, 2006 6:59 PM CST
Way to Go Ashley, Congratulations, I always tell Rachel, put your right arm on your left shoulder, and your left arm on your right shoulder and it's a great big hug from us. We will continue to keep the Debes Family in our thoughts and prayers. Special hugs to you Ryan.(Erica's mom and dad)
Dawn Amundsen <dawnlaugh@yahoo.com>
Wheaton, IL - Friday, February 10, 2006 11:37 AM CST
Congratulations to the ENTIRE Debes family...and way to go Ashley---you are all an inspiration to our family and not a day goes by that we don't think about you guys. You all help to give us hope for our son Griffin...I will continue to pray that Ryan's next several months are smooth sailing...and that you all enjoy years of happiness and health---without cancer around to interfere! :) (((hugs))) from the Della Penna family www.caringbridge.org/ny/griffin
Ellen, Matt, Allison & Griffin Della Penna <emdellapenna@genesee.edu>
Batavia, NY - Friday, February 10, 2006 9:55 AM CST
Remission. What a wonderful word!! Way to go Ashley.
I love the pics. Your hair is beautiful.
Robin, yesterday must have been a mix of feelings. I was hoping to see you guys.
But you left before we got there.
Praying things continue to go smooth and for Ryan's next 5 months breeze right through with no complications.
Take care and know we think about you guys all of the time.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, Wi - Thursday, February 9, 2006 8:01 PM CST
In remission officially!! Wonderful, wonderful news! We're couting down for Ryan and are so happy that labs are looking good! Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, February 9, 2006 7:25 PM CST
We are so happy for Ashley and the whole Debes family! Congratulations! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Ryan for continued good news!
Elisa and Francoix Gueffier (Erica's sister and brother-in-law)
Antioch, IL United States - Thursday, February 9, 2006 3:00 PM CST
Hi I have followed Ashley's progress for a good while, just wanted to say congratulations on your wonderfull news and to send you loads of good wishes from the UK:)
sharon shields <sharonshields44@hotmail.com>
London, England - Thursday, February 9, 2006 2:53 PM CST
Ashley, YOU DID IT. CONGRATULATIONS! Someone in Colorado just wanted to say they were thinking of you today.
LIVESTRONG!!!!
Linda Pung Dabblesand Doodles,Hugs and Hope Club Member and OWC <ginponymom@yahoo.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Thursday, February 9, 2006 2:53 PM CST
Way to go Ashley - you did it!!! Congratulations on finishing treatment! Sending you big hugs and wishes for a wonderful life - and NO MORE CANCER!!!!!
Take care sweetie,
Kathi and Melanie (ALL-Kids list) <mom2melanie@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Thursday, February 9, 2006 1:05 PM CST
Congratulation to all of you!!!
We're some of your cottage people!!!!
Just so happy that all is going so good for all of you.
The Quistorf's from Manitowoc
Sue <quistorf@lsol.net>
- Thursday, February 9, 2006 11:03 AM CST
Woohoo! Way to go Ashley! I *love* the pics ~ you're such a beautiful girl. Don't worry about the PICC line removal - it's just one long pull and it's out. I'm sooo happy for you!
Sending big hugs and lots of love,
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor, off treatment 11/05 (www.caringbridge.com/va/kevin) <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Thursday, February 9, 2006 9:17 AM CST
Whoo Hoo, Ashley!
Susan Terry-Wilhelm
Houston, TX USA - Thursday, February 9, 2006 8:31 AM CST
Congratulations Ashley!! How healthy and beautiful you look!!
with love, <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Thursday, February 9, 2006 7:33 AM CST
Dear Mark and Robin,
Erica just forwarded Ashley's GREAT news. We are happy for you both. We keep Ashley, Ryan and your whole family in our prayers.
Love,
Karen (Erica's older sister)
Karen Killough <karenkillough@yahoo.com>
Lake in the Hills, IL USA - Thursday, February 9, 2006 7:11 AM CST
way to go ashley. we are so proud of you and so thankful to god and all the doctors. we are friends of erica and go to her church and we have been updated thru the years on your progress...we couldn't be happier! you are a beautiful, strong, young lady. ryan, hang in there and stay tough and focused on god's healing hand.
carol wilt <ladysmama22@cox.net>
gainesville, fl usa - Thursday, February 9, 2006 5:38 AM CST
Go, Go , Go Ashley! You ALL did it!!! Wonderful, long awaited news - all clear and OT!!!! Our prayers continue that you will all have all your needs met and every blessing sent your way! Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 9:37 PM CST
YAY!!!!!!
Congratulations Ashley!!!
What a wonderful day!
Enya <freyja2180@aol.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 9:34 PM CST
You MADE MY DAY sweetie (and I'm sure yours too)!!!!!!!!!!!!!
God bless you today and always!!!
Joe's Mom www.joesanford.com <sabetsy@aol.com>
Feeling Very Happy, MD - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 9:07 PM CST
Robin, How wonderful for all of you, especially your sweet Ashley! The pics are all cute but the one of you and Ashley is beautiful- the two of you look so "together" as I know you are. Thanks for sharing the news. Mary Beth
Mary Beth Jilek <Jilek827@aol.com>
Dekalb, Il USA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 8:28 PM CST
WAY TO GO!!! THAT'S THE BEST NEWS POSSIBLE!!! OUR PRAYERS WERE ANSWERED!!!
Lisa
Seattle, WA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 7:36 PM CST
I am so HAPPY for all of you!!! Way to go Ashley!!!!
The pictures are beautiful!
Michele(nurse in NY)
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 7:13 PM CST
Congratulations. Praise God! I am so glad to read todays post.
The Hall Family
ALL-KIDS
Tammy Hall <hallrontammy@msn.com www.caringbridge.com/page/emmahall>
Medina, OH USA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 5:29 PM CST
So pleased to read those 2 words, actually 4 words- "all clear" and "off treatment" :)
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 5:11 PM CST
Yippppppeeeee Yeah! Way to go Ashley!! You are amazing! By the way, I love your hairdo! It's quite fashionable :)
Many hugs from Indiana,
Nancy and Matthew
All-kids
Nancy Vinson <nvinson@comcast.net>
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 5:00 PM CST
YEAH! YEAH! What wonderful news!
Love,
Michelle Petrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 4:25 PM CST
HOORAY ASHLEY! Delighted you're off chemo! Am confident you did GREAT having your port line taken out!
Hooray for excellent inching, Ryan! Looks like your last day will come before Summer does!
Wow Mama Robin! (What color is your Super Woman cape? Purple with Gold trim?)
Just wanted to touch base and let you know am lifting you 3, Kesley and Jennifer all up in prayer~song.
Thanks for sharing your writings...especially the "sitting in the middle of the road"!
Blessings on your journey.
Lucel~Melody
Hugs&Hope/Dabs&Doodles (and a friend of Viks)
Lucel~Melody Wings
Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 2:45 PM CST
Ashley and family,
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Welcome to OT!!! So happy for you and your family. You have come a long way and "kicked cancers butt"!!!! Waahoooo!!!!
Lori (ALL-kids mom to Amanda) <galer404@dejazzd.com>
Mifflinburg, PA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 2:16 PM CST
We are sending POSITIVE VIBES and lots of prayers from here in Olney, Maryland! www.joesanford.com
The Sanford family <sabetsy@aol.com>
Laytonsville, MD - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 12:39 AM CST
What a great milestone to reach Ashley!!! We hope you pass some wonderful others in the future! Congrats to your whole family and hope everything continues going better!
NO MORE GLICKS IN 06! PTL
Kelsey, Faith and Colleen-ALL Kids <colleencadaret@sbcglobal.net>
Tahoe City, CA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 11:48 AM CST
Praying that all of Ashley's tests are perfect. If anyone deserves good news it is you! Lots of prayers coming to you from Central NY
Michele (nurse in syracuse)
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 11:47 AM CST
Good Luck, Good Luck, Good Luck! I hope everything goes smoothly today, and you have a gigantic celebration this evening! Thinking of you!
Bethany Dick <bandmdick@earthlink.net>
Hoffman Estates, IL - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 11:46 AM CST
Way to go, Ashley--you did it! It's been a long road for your family--I'm so glad to hear that you are seeing the end at last. Praying that all goes well today!
Peggy (Melanie's Grandma) <phines@chartermi.net>
Cadillac, MI - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 11:23 AM CST
Praying for you,
Barb, John, Shawn,
Shannon, & Colleen
www.caringbridge.org/page/shannon
Barb
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:42 AM CST
Ashley, I am praying that all goes well tomorrow. It's been a long, long journey for all of you but you made it! I'm so happy things are going well for Ryan also. He is in our prayers too. Love to all.
Bonie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:12 AM CST
Ashley, I am praying that all goes well tomorrow. It's been a long, long journey for all of you but you made it! I'm so happy things are going well for Ryan also. He is in our prayers too. Love to all.
Bonie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 10:11 AM CST
I'm from the March 02 playgroup and have been checking here and there. I just want to wish you all the best of luck!!
Sarah Kelley <sarahbritandrew@yahoo.com>
Huntington, WV - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 9:03 AM CST
Ashley,
Congratulations on being officially OT!! You have been through so much at such a young age and it brings a smile to my face to know that this is all behind you. We are praying really hard for a great big ALL CLEAR today.
Keli ( ALL-Kids) Danielle <kbderyck@sssnet.com>
Canal Fulton, OH - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 8:52 AM CST
Hi Ashley wishing you the best today and always.We will be checking for the good news later today.
Dina
mom of kayla
caringbridge.org.il.kaylamc
Dina <dmc26@comcast.net>
Bristol, il - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 8:47 AM CST
Looking forward to reading your All Clear post today. Congratulations Ashley for getting through treatment twice! What a strong and awesome girl you are!
Sue (Katie's mom) canada/katiespage
Ottawa, Canada - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 8:22 AM CST
Robin,
I just know things will go great today. I'll still say an extra prayer just for good measure!!
Love and Blessings,
Michelle Petrow
www.caringbridge.org/nj/jaclynpetrow
Michelle Petrow <mdpetrow@aol.com>
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 7:57 AM CST
Good luck today. I will be thinking of you guys and praying all day. Elizabeth has a clinic visit today too.
Maybe I'll see you this afternoon.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 6:55 AM CST
Just wanted to stop by with a wish for a happy day.
Judi <jsicoli13@yahoo.com>
Glenmoore, PA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 6:53 AM CST
hi
keep smiling
klyn <klyn_de_la_mare@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, February 8, 2006 6:39 AM CST
Way to go Ashley, WE will be thinking of you today, and smiling the whole time!!! Dustin and Cecelia
Cecelia Kenna www.caringbridge.org/in/dustinkenna <ckenna@sbcglobal.net>
Lebanon, IN USA - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 5:49 AM CST
Hi guys!
Viks in the UK send me your way. My hubbie, one dog, two cats and I live in Sarajevo, Bosnia. Our "real" home is in Virginia but my hubbie's career is taking him to far flung places. Last year we were in Bangkok, Thailand. I just wanted you to know I am sending you healthy thoughts and lots of long distance hugs. Have a smiley day!
Nikki Moshier, Dabbles and Doodles, Hugs and Hope
Sarajevo, Bosnia - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 3:48 AM CST
Hi Ashley - Way to go, you did it!!! You'll have to let us know what it feels like to have no more pills :-) Getting a PICC line out is really easy. Alex had two pulled out and didn't feel a thing. He asked to keep them but they wouldn't give them to him. Hope everything goes smoothly tomorrow.
Jill and Alex www.caringbridge.com/ca/alexschwab <jillschwab@adelphia.net>
Manhattan Beach, CA United States - Wednesday, February 8, 2006 1:16 AM CST
Oh man, Ashley, you are at THE finish line!!! And we are so happy for you. Here is to decades upon decades of health and happiness, completely cancer-free forever...cheers!!
Robin, moreso than pretty much any family I know, you and yours deserve peace. May today bring you one step closer to it. Your perseverence is inspiring.
To your new beginning,
Terry, Mary, Nicholas and Julianna Banana <tjosephson@shaw.ca>
Winnipeg, Canada - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 11:45 PM CST
YAHOO! You "GO GIRL" Ashley!!
Congratulations!
XXOO, Marey Cali Ali's Mom
Marey <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, February 7, 2006 11:20 PM CST
O.K. so I am a day off. Will keep checking tomorrow. Sending prayers your way.
Kathie
Walla Walla, Wa - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 11:11 PM CST
Hope no news tonight is good news. It is later there than out west. Waiting for the news. Will check back soon.
Kathie
Walla Walla , Wa. - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 9:54 PM CST
WAAAAAHOOOOOO ASHLEY!!!!!I bet you are just so excited!!! Lindsay just went OT in January and She loves it.... Here's to a long, healthy, Cancer-Free life!!!!!
much love and BIG hugs
Carine and Lindsay www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay (ALL KIDS) <cae71@msn.com>
McHenry, IL - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 9:02 PM CST
Hi Ashley,
I'm so happy that u will soon be off chemo. Now if your brother needs help u will be able to help him. I will have u both in my thoughts and prayers.
I'll come back to visit u soon.
(((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Love Eileen OWC, Dabbles&Doodles, Hugs&Hope
Eileen
NY, NY USA - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 3:27 PM CST
Hi Ashley
Hope all is going well?
Thinking of you from Chilly France.
Take Care
Keep up the good Fight!
Love
matty's page
jackie woodley <jackie@woodley5212.freeserve.co.uk>
Bussiere Galant, France - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 2:23 PM CST
HEllo, well done darling your treatment is now over. im so happy for you. give my love to ryan and the rest of your family.
i will be praying for all.
monica <monicapcamacho@yahoo.co.uk>
harlow, essex united kingdom - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 1:20 PM CST
Hip hip hooray chemo is finished ashley, you stay strong and give our love to ryan and your family.
heather Ford <richardjford@blueyonder.co.uk>
Torquay, devon - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 12:20 AM CST
Congrats on the end of your treatment ashley!
Hang in there Ryan, I know you can!
Ryan Sanford <Ryanlego@aol.com>
laytonsville, M.D. U.S.A. - Monday, February 6, 2006 3:49 PM CST
HOOORA for Ashley!
Wish you good luck. Enjoy your life without treatments.
God bless.
www.caringbridge.org/ny/aarons
Ronnie, Tem and Nina <sel_nina@yahoo.com>
Trabuco Canyon, CA - Monday, February 6, 2006 9:40 AM CST
I can't BEGIN to imagine or understand what you must be feeling right now so I'll just let you know I'm praying for peace of mind and that you (Ashley) get an easy, clear pull!!
with love, <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Sunday, February 5, 2006 2:51 PM CST
Close to being off treatment. What a wonderful and yet scarey thought for you Ashley and Robyn.
You have endured so much and came through it wil flying colors.
Ryan will continue to do well also.
Please know that I think of you guys and pray for you often. I can't wait until ther is a day when there is no such thing as childhood cancer.
Wouldn't it be nice if they could come up with an immunization for it. Maybe some day.
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, February 4, 2006 12:14 AM CST
Robin,Ashley and Ryan--you're both almost there!!! Fantastic!!! Great job!!!! Just checked your pages. Robin--nice job on the web pages. Good luck!! Enjoy it when you go OFF TREATMENT!!
Doug (LLS Board)
Doug Johnson (LLS Board) <djlawman@yahoo.com>
Haddonfield, NJ USA - Friday, February 3, 2006 8:49 AM CST
Just swinging by to ask if the kids' free gifts from the store arrived - let me know.
Great news about coming off treatment - keep up the good work Ashley! Carry on Kickin' its butt!
HelenH <geordielass999@hotmail.com>
THE KICKIN' CANCER'S BUTT STORE!, uk MY CB SITE - Thursday, February 2, 2006 6:25 PM CST
Hi Ashley, im still doing that happy dance (but a different one today!)
Robin- your entry really made me think. I'll be thinking of you on thursday
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Thursday, February 2, 2006 1:07 PM CST
Only 5 days to go, im really excited for you, will you be singing "no mo chemo"?
Im allready doing a happy dance for you
TTFN
Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Wednesday, February 1, 2006 6:20 PM CST
SEVEN days until OT. God bless you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, January 30, 2006 8:47 PM CST
Phew - so glad to hear everything is going well! And I'm THRILLED to see how close Ashley is to being OT! What a time you've all had, and I know it's not yet over for Ryan. But it should be so much easier with "just" one child on treatment. I think about you all the time. Take care, and give them both a hug.
Lisa Tignor, mom to Brian, ALL survivor, and Kevin, ALL relapse survivor <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Saturday, January 28, 2006 8:02 AM CST
What a wonderful thing - to be hearing about being "OT"! It's exciting that it's this close too! Go Ashley go! And of course - Go Ryan go! What a guy - taking it all in stride! You guys are an inspiration! Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, January 26, 2006 8:29 PM CST
Hi Ashley, Robin and Family...
Just Checking in to see how you all are doing! I hope everything is well....
love and hugs
Carine and Lindsay www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay (ALL KIDS) <cae71@msn.com>
McHenry, IL - Thursday, January 26, 2006 9:17 AM CST
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDA MY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Thursday, January 26, 2006 0:52 AM CST
Just checking in and praying all is well!
Susan Terry-Wilhelm
Houston, TX USA - Wednesday, January 25, 2006 9:19 AM CST
hoping no news is good news :)
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Tuesday, January 24, 2006 11:59 AM CST
Hello everyone! Just stopping by to say hi and wish you the very best of everything! Love to you all.
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Monday, January 23, 2006 7:07 PM CST
It looks like you guys had a great trip to Disney. Keeping Ashley and Ryan in my prayers, still.
Suzanne McDermott (MARCH2002PG)
Guilford, CT - Saturday, January 21, 2006 9:17 PM CST
Just popping in to check on you guys. Sounds quiet, thank goodness.
Praying it stays that way.
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, January 19, 2006 7:26 AM CST
hey ashley! I just came back from my make-a-wish trip also ileft dec.16 and came back the 22
hope you had fun cora
cora <pinkyjr913@hotmail.com>
manitowoc, wi 54220 - Monday, January 16, 2006 1:03 PM CST
Hi Guys.... Just checking in.... sounds like things are going ok.. Ya know what, Ashley.... Lindsay also had a lot of trouble sleeping when she was on her week of DEX... Not every time, but maybe 4 or 5 times she was on it she would get insomnia... Weird, huh?
Well I hope it's getting better and that you are having the unseasonable warmness that we are...
love and hugs
Carine and Lindsay www.caringbridge.org/il/lindsay ALL-Kids <cae71@msn.com>
McHenry, IL - Sunday, January 15, 2006 10:53 PM CST
Thinking of you and hope everyone is well.
Bonnie <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Saturday, January 14, 2006 8:17 AM CST
Just checking in. Hope everyone is feeling their best and things are well!
God bless!
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, January 12, 2006 8:10 AM CST
Just stopping by to say hi and check in on the family. I always assume that no updates mean you're busy doing family stuff and all is well. I hope that is the case. Love to you all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, January 12, 2006 7:32 AM CST
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDA MY LOVING DAD'S SITE <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Wednesday, January 11, 2006 10:07 PM CST
Hang in there, you're almost done! 2006 is going to be our year!
Lisa Tignor, Mom to Brian, ALL survivor and Kevin, relapsed ALL survivor! <ltignor@comcast.net>
Montclair, VA - Tuesday, January 10, 2006 9:58 PM CST
I hope you all received and liked the gifts I sent.
Thinking of you all,
Your Christmas Angel-Becky Schofield <bschofield@arcticstar.com>
Burleson, TX 76028 - Friday, January 6, 2006 4:20 PM CST
Day 29 of 63 and counting...
Wishing you all well. Hope Ashley gets some rest. Not being able to get to sleep can really be the pits.
Erica
Gainesville, FL USA - Thursday, January 5, 2006 7:58 AM CST
Glad to hear Ryan's visit went well.
Hoping that Ashley feels better today.
Praying that 2006 will be your best year yet.
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, January 4, 2006 10:42 AM CST
Stopping by to let you know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer G from the prayer bears and ones who care <charay913@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Tuesday, January 3, 2006 7:39 PM CST
Happy New Year Gang! Love, blessings and good health to you all!
Erica
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, January 3, 2006 9:52 AM CST
Diana <Diana893@gmail.com>
Dallas, TX - Saturday, December 31, 2005 11:16 AM CST
Hi Ashley and Ryan,
Sending wishes for a Healthy New Year '06!
Rooting for you from CA,
XXOO, Marey and Cali ALi
Marey, ALL-KIDS <kteachermom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, December 30, 2005 11:39 PM CST
Ashley and family....
Wow...how exciting for the new oral chelation drug. I remember Amanda's onc calling someone to see if she was eligible to be put on this trial, but she was not. No more pokes or being hooked up!!! Just wonderful news!!! Thanks for sharing. You made my day.
HAPPY, HEALTHY 2006!!
Lori (mom to Amanda) <galer404@dejazzd.com>
Mifflinburg, PA - Thursday, December 29, 2005 8:57 AM CST
Sounds good! Happy shopping! Love to all!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew
Gainesville, FL USA - Wednesday, December 28, 2005 11:25 AM CST
Hey guys - we have been doing fundraisers to send free gifts out to kids featured in caringbridge and would love to send something out to Ryan and Ashley (max $20per item).
Swing by the store, check out what we have and let me know what we can arrange for you guys.
HelenH <geordielass999@hotmail.com>
THE KICKIN' CANCER'S BUTT STORE!, - Tuesday, December 27, 2005 4:48 PM CST
Home together and healthy - a VERY Merry Christmas indeed! Wishing you love and many blessings!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, December 27, 2005 12:57 AM CST
Jesus is Born! Hallelua
It's the time for Good News! For Blessings and Healings to come on all God's children.
May the Lord grant His Peace and Healing to everyone in the World.
Merry Christmas
guardian angel <angegardienangegardien@hotmail.com>
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaitlyns, lebanon - Sunday, December 25, 2005 2:27 PM CST
Track Santa!
Diana <Diana893@gmail.com>
Dallas, TX - Saturday, December 24, 2005 2:23 PM CST
Hello guys.
Just popping in to wish you all A Merry Christmas.
I hope everyone is feeling great!
May 2006 be the best year yet for all of you!
God bless
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, December 24, 2005 11:53 AM CST
Audra, Mike, Amanda, Ariel, Keegan The Crusader, and Liam /ALL-Kids
<audramama@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, December 24, 2005 11:52 AM CST
LOVE ALWAYS BRENDA MY CHRISTMAS ANGEL <brurka@shaw.ca>
EDMONTON,ALBERTA CANADA, - Friday, December 23, 2005 12:19 AM CST
To the debbs family
I hope you have a very merry Christmas, with lots of presents, smiles and family fun.
Love Viks
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Friday, December 23, 2005 11:35 AM CST
Keeping your whole family incl. your dear grandma in our prayers.
www.caringbridge.org/ny/aarons
Ronnie, Temi and Nina <sel_nina@yahoo.com>
CA - Friday, December 23, 2005 10:00 AM CST
Robin,
Please know that you and the entire family are a blessing to others because so many are able to learn and grow from your example. Heaven only knows why we are chosen to carry the crosses we are given. There is a reason, and you're right, some day it will be made known to us, but until then we have to rest in God's care and know that He loves us and will see us through whatever comes our way.
I can only imagine the anxiousness that come with "almost there" - you've all come a long way and are cautious still. The prayers continue and we'll add Grandma too. I know how special she is to you guys!
Love to you all. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and every blessing - especially that of good health and happiness - in the New Year!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Friday, December 23, 2005 2:25 AM CST
Just wanted to stop and say "Hi" and "Merry Christmas" from all your friends in Milwaukee. We're all praying for a very happy and healthy New Year for all of you . . .
Nurse Evelyn
Wauwatosa, WI - Thursday, December 22, 2005 1:31 PM CST
AShely.....11 days and counting until you are done with treatment...How exciting!!! Praying for your whole family each adne very day! MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Jennifer Hines <creative_jenny@yahoo.com>
Mesa, AZ USA - Wednesday, December 21, 2005 12:11 AM CST
Hope you are all doing well. Merry Christmas!
Pam <pjohn257@msn.com>
Green Bay, WI - Wednesday, December 21, 2005 10:35 AM CST
Hi guys! Hope you're staying warm, happy and healthy! Sending you lots of love from Florida!
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, December 20, 2005 7:39 PM CST
Diana <Diana893@gmail.com>
Dallas, TX - Sunday, December 18, 2005 0:47 AM CST
Glad the clinic visit went well.
Halleluah for almost done with the antibiotic. Those pumps
can drive you crazy.
I hope you all survived the snow storm.
Take care
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, December 15, 2005 10:51 AM CST
Ashley:
Just wanted to let you know that we have been thinking about you a lot, and Caitlin misses you at school! Hopefully we'll see you at school before Christmas!!
The Raethers <marylraether@netscape.net>
Shawano, WI - Thursday, December 15, 2005 10:38 AM CST
Hi Ashley and Ryan..Robin and Mark too...I miss you all already!!I will keep in touch through the web page and I wish you the best Christmas ever..Love Kim
Kim Morgan <bkmorgan@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI 54303 - Wednesday, December 14, 2005 9:58 PM CST
Hope Santa brings you all lots of smiles in 2006 and perfect health. Many kisses from Brasil.
Rose <roselane.gomes@ibama.gov.br>
- Wednesday, December 14, 2005 5:41 AM CST
Hello all! We're so glad that you're home and that the picc placement went well. We're excited for you that we are at 21 days left in treatment!!! Your entire family has been remarkable - an example to us all! Hugs to all. You all remain in our prayers. I hope it's a much calmer week coming up. This is Rachel and Adam's last week before Christmas vaction. Always a busy week with projects and exams, probably the case for Jennifer and Kelsey too. Ah well...
Love you all,
Erica, Gary, Rachel, Adam and Matthew <edhartge@yahoo.com>
Gainesville, FL USA - Sunday, December 11, 2005 5:14 AM CST
So happy you are home again with things under control.
Bonnie Wilberscheid <bjw44@wi.rr.com>
Nashotah, WI - Thursday, December 8, 2005 11:51 PM CST
So glad to hear the cath surgeries went well. As far as scrapbook materials,
These kids do have interesting ones at that!
Take care and thinking of you guys often!
Lori Smith <lorismith1616@sbcglobal.net>
Green Bay, WI - Thursday, December 8, 2005 9:57 PM CST
Hey Ashley! Good luck with the surgery, I'm sure everything will go fine and you'll be out of there before you know it! *big hugs*!
Christie
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/christie
Christie <headinthecloudsgirl@mac.com>
- Thursday, December 8, 2005 5:23 PM CST
Thinking about you today!!
God bless <Deirdre40@frontiernet.net>
- Thursday, December 8, 2005 3:12 PM CST
Hi ashley, not sure if this message will work as your guestbook is blank! Good luck with having your picc in and hickman out, lots of love visk
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Thursday, December 8, 2005 8:10 AM CST
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