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Hugs &
kisses to you all. Miss you guys, not the same here without you. I
cannot imagine your pain/struggle in the not fighting part. Ben is &
will always be a beautiful inspiration to so so many. Love & prayers,
The Hentz's
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Dear Ben
& Family- May God keep you in his hands. Ben's story has touched so
many. Love & Prayers
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You may
want to take a look at RM-10. It is an herbal supplement that is said to
increase your blood counts. A Dr. Zoll used it in treating a brain tumor
patient while undergoing large doses of chemo and said "his counts were
that of a someone not undergoing treament"... We are checking with our
oncologist to start Colton know that he is back on chemo.
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I watched
your special on the news. My husband (John Shearer) works with your
Uncle at Fed. Ex. in Huntington. You are in our prayers every day. May
God Bless You and your family.
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I work at
ALSAC-St. Jude and you and your family are the reason why. I come to
work everyday with hope and a purpose in life. Please keep your faith
and God will see you through this. All is possible through prayer. You
will always be a part of my family. Hugs and Kisses, Lisa, Ken, Kaleigh
& Kelsie Mayne
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Dear
Tommy and Jennifer, I've been checking your updates but haven't written
for a while. First of all, it was so good to see you in church last
week. Jennifer, I know we kept making eye contact and smiling at each
other and I really wanted to hug you, but I know I can't now. Tommy,
your message was very moving and brought me and everyone else to tears.
I can't even imagine what it's like to hold Ben and know what is coming.
My heart just breaks for all of you. Yet, we know that God is sovereign
and God is good. He will continue to get you through the days ahead and
His peace that passes all understanding will surround you. I hope you
have a wonderful time at Disney World. I love all of you and hope to get
to talk with you some day soon. I'm praying for ministering and
comforting angels to surround you and meet your every need. Much love,
Bonnie
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I met
Ben's father today at Rich Hardware and Rental. His story truely touched
me and after meeting his dad I had to get on this website. I was truely
amazed at how this story has evolved. Love and Prayers, Courtney Parsons
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You can
tell Eli that his surprise will come in the mail just as soon as i can
send it! i continue to pray for the boys every day and it makes me thank
God for my brother every time I think of you guys
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Dear Ben,
As a Nurse, hang in there Little Guy, I know some of the stuff we do
HURTS, but we are trying to help, sweetie, Cross my Heart. As a Mommy,
Hang in there Little guy, Mommy and Daddy and Eli need you. Although I
am of different faith, I can say I have a candle lit for you, little
guy, which equates prayers in your faith. I know all of this is hard,
Ben, I do, But I can only supply you with support. Rock on, Big Ben. To
Ben's Parents: As you have read, I am of different faith, but what
matters is that I have faith. Keep your Beliefs, keep your heads up and
keep up hope. I see that you have the courage to follow your
convictions, True Christians. As someone who isn't Christian, that makes
my heart smile. I Will remain nameless for now, But do know that I am in
your Community, and I am "praying" for your Son. The Candles are lit,
Tom and Jennifer, I wish you all well. Blessed Be.
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26, 2004 |
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Dear
Bowen's, still wishing, still hoping, still praying, still believing as
always.
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do anything! Still praying for Big Ben in Louisiana.
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Life is
very precious,and so is Ben, enjoy every whisper, every laughter, every
tear, every touch. Know that God has Ben in his arms watching over him.
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Just
wanted to say that I love you all and I am praying for you. I check your
updates very often- thank you for all that you share. Big Ben, I pray
for you every night when I am saying bedtime prayers over Kate, and so
often during the day. with love from the White Family
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Looking
through your beautiful site leaves me wondering why children like your
Ben must go through such trials. I have no answers that give me comfort,
but I do know that Ben's story, and others like his, have given me the
vision to know that I cannot take my own life's gifts for granted. I
sincerely hope your family is able to find peace in your hearts now and
throughout your lives. Please know how many people pray for you. May God
bless your family and give you the strength to hold onto the love and
faith you have for each other - especially in the difficult times aheah
of you. Peace, Michele
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Virginia
reminded you just like Ben reminds me everyday. Just think how the world
would change if we were all given a time line on our time here. We all
should live like we are dying. Truth is no matter the situation we dont
know when it will be. I believe in God and his mircles. And his ablilty
to walk with us and guide us through life.
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My mom
had a brain tumor that killed her. I am sorry this is happening to you.
Hospice came in for Mom to and they were a big help during and
afterwards. It will be a hard journey but with God's help you will make
it and your faith will actually get stronger. Lisa Tomlin
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I was
directed to your website through Alethea McIlrath's site. Your family
has been in my prayers daily. I check your site every morning for
updates and continue to hold on to the hope that Jesus has given us.
Miracles can happen. Enjoy every second - good and bad you have with
your children. They truly are a treasure from God. Still believing.
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October
27, 2004 |
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Dear Tom
and Jennifer You were a great friend to my older brother when you were
in high school and when I got there you really helped me deal with the
growing pains of school. when I herd your story I cried for a long
while. I wish that there were something that I could do to help but, now
things are in gods hands. Be strong, and pray. I will pray often for you
and your family. You are loved and will often be thought of.
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October
27, 2004 |
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Donna
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Ben, Mom,
Dad and Eli, I am the mother of a nurse at St. Jude and met all of you
at the zoo shortly before you returned home. I would like to share with
you an email message I received today. If God brings you to it, He will
bring you through it. During happy moments - praise God. During
difficult moments - seek God. During quiet moments - worship God. During
painful moments - trust God. Every moment - thank God. Your willingess
to so openly share your family's journey is a gift to many. I, like so
many others, have been touched by your family's love and faith. You are
in my prayers each day.
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October
27, 2004 |
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Brad &
Gina |
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www.benjaminfrankreed.com |
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Marshall
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Thank you
all for your prayers and support. Losing a child is a pain we sincerely
pray you do not experience. Hospice will take good care of Ben. We am
still praying for a miracle for your son, and we believe God will grant
it to you. WE admire your positive outlook, even through what you are
facing. You are an encouragement to us, as you are to many other people,
many of whom you don't know. Have fun visiting Disney, and give your
little ones hugs-n-kisses from us.
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October
27, 2004 |
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Tammy
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Jennifer,
you may not remember me, we went through the udergrad speech program at
MU together. My married name is May. Anyway, I just wanted to let you
that I am praying for you & Ben. I wish you the very best. Love &
prayers, Tammy
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Hope this
finds everyone having had a GREAT day! Hope Big Ben and Eli are playing,
making messes and being boys:) I still check the website daily and pray
without ceasing. I know everyone is looking forward to Disney World.
Tell Big Ben to give Mickey a big hug for all of us. You remain wrapped
in His arms, Mary Ann
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October
27, 2004 |
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Christina
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Tom and
Jennifer, My heart goes out to you both! Tom, you may not remember me
but we went to Huntington East together (seems like eons ago..lol).
Please get in touch with me as soon as you get this post
(raininthehills@adelphia.net or call me at work at 740-532-6131 M-F
8-5). We had a meeting at work last Friday and Ben's story became known
to us and I kept wondering if his dad was the same Tom that I went to
school with. It was heartbreaking to learn about Ben and then to be
browsing the pictures and see the face of an old friend. You have
changed over the years but there is no mistaking the kid that used to be
the Spirit of HEHS! Please know that I will add you and your family to
my prayers. Please get in touch with me really soon.....Christina
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October
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hello you
all dont no us at all seen your story tv write let you all now we are
praying for you all.so is are church i put your names in are prayer box
your in are prayers may god bless your family
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October
28, 2004 |
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Gary
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Hi
Bowens, As I check on Ben about 10 times a day I often think back on the
days that we roamed the halls of ST Jude together. It's such a hard
place to be and yet such a wonderful place to be all at the same time.
We have all become part of a very big family and every day I take some
time and check on "Our Little Heros". Thanks for sharing Bens story, as
I'm sure you know we're storming heaven for Ben and all of the children
that must fight this fight! Stay strong and God Bless - Gary
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