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Oops- I
forgot one big thing..Happy Birthday Sweetpea!! Have a wonderful time in
Disney and give Mickey a hug for me. Love- Wendy
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hi to the
whole family. i am very sorry to hear the news. if this is a confort for
u touched thousands of life by ur faith and strong love for each others.
i hope that Ben will be well soon and i also pray for eli and u all to
give you the strength to continue fighting and never loosing your faith.
you touched my life in many ways thanx.
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10, 2004 |
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Tom and
Jennifer - I am so sorry that the results of Ben's tests were so harsh.
I am heartbroken over these results, yet I know my feelings are nothing
compared to what you are experiencing at this moment. We are praying for
your family to have strength and peace. Reflecting on these events, I'm
just praising God that your little boy has been so happy and active
lately. That is a miracle. Also, praise God that Ben has maintained his
hearing. He can still hear the laughter you share, your words of hope,
your whispers of love and his brother's sibling secrets. Find the joy in
that and celebrate. Enjoy your time at Disney and continue to love on
your little ones. Still believing and praying for the best of blessings.
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Hey
Bowens it is Wed. we've been blessed for another day, you will be
traveling home today to get ready for Disney. I hope and pray you guys
are holding up. You've counted down for so long to go see Mickey. I hope
it is all you wished for and more. Still praying and believing.
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10, 2004 |
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Good
Morning Tom, Jennifer, Eli, and Big Ben! This is the day the Lord has
made, we will rejoice and be glad in it. It's a declaration to rejoice
and a decision. As I wait at the keyboard for God you use me for you
today, this is what playing in the background. My Jesus - My Saviour -
Lord there is none like you All of my days - I want to praise the
wonders of your mighty name My comfort - My shelter - Tower of refuge
and strength Let every breath - all that I am Never cease to worship
you. Shout to the Lord, all the earth, let us sing Power and majesty -
praise to the king Mountains bow down and seas will roar at the sound of
your name I sing for joy at the works of your hands Forever I’ll love
you - forever I’ll stand Nothing compares to the promise I have in you.
The Lord is your light and your salvation;whom shall I fear? the Lord is
the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid. Though an host
should encamp again me, my heart shall not fear; though war should rise
against me, in this will I be confident.
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10, 2004 |
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Tom and
Jennifer, My heart goes out to you and it breaks for your devestating
news. It appears that God is allowing you to see a miracle of life first
hand. I hope your family has the time of your life at Disney World next
week. Treasure every moment and my prayers will be with you every
moment. I am still beleiving that their is a miracle possible out
there!!!
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November
10, 2004 |
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John
11:27 Martha to Jesus "Yes, Lord," she told him, "I believe that you are
the Christ, the Son of God, who was to come into the world." This Christ
Jesus is also with you. Praying for all of you. Believing RNforHIM
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10, 2004 |
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The news
isn't what I hoped or even expected. As devastating as it is to receive
this news I do know one thing for sure. God is GOOD. Despite what the
dr's feel should be going on right now been is proving there is someone
far greater looking out for him. His disposition proves that. Will be
praying for the miracle we know can still happen. Have fun meeting
Mickey and Donald. Get lots of pictures for us. Safe travels. You all
will be in my prayers often.
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10, 2004 |
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This
morning I enlarged the beautiful picture of your family blowing out
Ben's birthday candle. I layed my hand on my computer screen and prayed
for God to give you strength, peace, and safety. I pray everyday for
healing. One day Big Ben will have complete healing. I'm praying for a
safe and FUN trip to Disney. God is good all the time - All the time,
God is good.
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I went to
bed mad at God last night. I PRAISE him for all that He has given me,
and yet I was MAD at Him for Ben. But, I do not know of His PLAN!!!!! I
do know that GOD IS GIVING BEN HIS STRENGHT RIGHT NOW----TO SEE MICKEY,
TO PLAY WITH ELI AND TO LOVE MOMMY AND DADDY!!!!!!!! Therefore, I must
apologize to GOD AND TO YOU TOM AND JENNIFER, have as much fun as you
can in Disney and take more pictures than any album can hold.....YOUR
ENTIRE FAMILY IS NOW PART OF MY FAMILY, I FEEL AS THOUGH I KNOW YOU AND
YET DO NOT. THAT IN ITSELF IS GOD.........I can't wait to hear the next
update and see the pictures of Disney. You have the entire world on your
prayer chain and I BELIEVE WE HAVE NOT SEEN THE ENTIRE PICTURE "OUR"
ARTIST IS GOING TO PAINT.... LOVE AND PRAYERS.
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I
continue to pray for you all, especially Ben. I feel like I should feel
deflated by this latest news, but somehow I don't. Ben seems to be doing
so well (considering), and I can't help but think that God still has a
bigger plan for him. I just don't think this is it. I still believe he
can overcome this.
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10, 2004 |
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Hiya Ben!
I hear you are getting to meet Mickey Mouse. Have a great birthday. We
are believing for you all! ~Friends of Allie~
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November
10, 2004 |
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My heart
is breaking -- I pray that your family is able to enjoy Disney and all
that it holds! God has something special planned for Ben.
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November
10, 2004 |
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Jennifer
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Raising
my Hands, my voice and my heart in prayer for Ben!!!! Jennifer (Friends
of Allie)
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To Tom
and Jennifer - I am saddened by your latest update. But also happy that
Ben seems to be doing okay and enjoying his life at the present time. I
hope your family has a wonderful time at Disney and that Ben feels okay
and is able to enjoy it like every child should. Have a safe trip. I
will be praying for you. To Eli - you are the best big brother in the
world. Keep on praying for your little brother to get better -God hears
you. To Big Ben - Say hi to "Mickmee" for me. Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday dear BIG BEN! Happy Birthday to
you!
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November
10, 2004 |
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Dear
Bowen family, Please know that you have so many people from all over
praying for you. I am sending some prayers for you to have a wonderful
time in Disney, safe travels and the most prescious time with your sons.
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November
10, 2004 |
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Kristi
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I'm am
praying for sweet Ben. He is such an adorable little man. My heart goes
out to your family. (Friends of Allie)
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November
10, 2004 |
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I am
praying today (Wednesday)for safe passage home and for peace and
healing. We met recently at Chapmanville First Church of Christ and
since then, I have increased my prayers for the Bowen family. My arms
ached to hold Ben when I saw him but I knew that his counts were down
and I restrained. Two nights later God gave me one of the most vivid
dreams I've had in my life. In it I was holding Ben who was smiling and
happy--I could FEEL him as though this wonderful experience were real! I
am asking God and trusting Him for complete healing for this amazing
little boy. My life is enriched for having met all of you. May God bless
you today and every day in every way!
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November
10, 2004 |
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Melissa
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Dear
Bowens I am deeply saddened to hear that Ben's tumors have grown. I hope
you all have safe travels to Disney and that Ben is comfortable-we all
know he is in good hands. Thank you for updating Ben's site. Eli you are
such an amazing big brother and you send such a powerful message to all
those who view Ben's site. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
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November
10, 2004 |
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Sheila
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I am so
sad to read the latest update, my prayers are with Ben and your family.
He is just the sweetest little boy. I hope he remains well and happy and
enjoys Disney and Mickey Mouse.
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November
10, 2004 |
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Tom,
Jennifer, Eli and Big Ben, My heart aches for you. I am so sorry that
the results were not what we wanted. I am sending prayers your way more
now than ever. Big Ben you are such a handsome little man. I hope that
you have a great and fun trip to Disney and tell Mick-Mee hi for me. Eli
- you are the best big brother in the world, keep saying your prayers
for your Little Brother. I will be doing the same. Tom and Jennifer - I
have come love your little boy Ben. My heart is slowly breaking as each
update is made. I cannot stop the tears from flowing when I read your
pages. I wish with all of my heart the your family has a very fun and
memorable trip to Disney and Ben is able to MIck-Mee mouse and enjoy it
as he should. Please have a safe trip and remember that God with you.
LOVE, +++++PRAYERS+++++and many(((((HUGS)))))
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November
10, 2004 |
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Jeri
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Grayson
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I am so
heartbroken, yet thankful Ben is doing as well as he is and that he can
hear. You all are in my thoughts and prayers - I have the picture of Ben
with his backhoe on my computer as a constant reminder to say a prayer
for him. I also pray that you all have a GREAT trip to Disney and that
lots of good memories will be made there! I look forward to a new Disney
picture for my computer!!
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Big Ben,
Dude, have a blast in Disney!!! Happy Birthday!!! I am rootin' for you
little man, you are my hero! Love and Hugs from Friends of Allie
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I am so
sorry. Praying and believing. Praying for Eli too, this will be so hard
to explain especially with you recent entries of him kneeling in his
room petitioning God for healing...I can't imagine that didn't touch God
heart..I wish he could explain so we could understand. God be with you
each day you have with your precious child.
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Dear
Bowen Family, You are so precious and my heart goes out to you. I have
been following Ben and your St Jude friends for a couple of months and
am overwhelmed by what a blessing God has given you. Your son and family
for that matter are an inspiration to people and God's love just
radiates in your undying hope. Your family and sweet boy are in my
prayers and I hope you have so many wonderful memories waiting for you
at Disney and the months to come. It is such a blessing that Ben seems
almost unfazed by his condition and a testament to Gods mercy.
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