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September
25, 2004 |
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Karen
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Barboursville |
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Hey guys.
I'm sorry it was such a hard and long day yesterday - hopefully you can
just relax and enjoy the weekend. I know you have mixed feelings about
coming home and leaving your many friends and the support you all give
each other. You also have so many friends and support here at home. I
pray for your strength and endurance everyday. Tom, I know that your dad
would be so proud of you and Jennifer and would have loved his
grandchildren so much - I know I was sure proud of my big brother and
looked up to him in many ways - he was so special just like you are
special - I love you Tom and when I look at you, I see you dad (and when
I look at Big Ben, I see both you and your dad). Love Aunt Karen.
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September
25, 2004 |
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Aimee
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Jennifer,
you are on my mind tonight. Thinking of a mommy who is loving her boys
and wanting so much to kiss the hurt away and make everything better.
You are brave and strong and are covered with God's love and strength
and power. I know you are hurting and broken. You are such a special,
blessed woman of God who has taught much to many, me included. You are
not alone. I am proud of who you are. Love you -- and from one mommy to
another -- standing firm in belief with you tonight. God bless you all
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September
26, 2004 |
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sandra
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shood@stjude.org
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sheffield
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hi bowen
family...just let you know that we went out to chili's on monday night
in honor of the mission of st.jude...my 4 year old ethan colored a chili
pepper in honor of ben....still in my prayers ...sandra
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September
26, 2004 |
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Heather
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Sorry I
haven't had a chance to sign guestbook in a while. I do check site daily
and pray and think of Ben often. He is so amazing. He and Eli are going
to soooo excited when they get to be home sweet home. How thrilling for
you all. I hope the house gets finished in time. Lots of prayers your
way.
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September
26, 2004 |
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Hi Tom,
Jennifer, Eli, and Ben, We are SO excited about your homecoming! Emily
and Lydia can hardly wait to get their hands on two cutie pies! Tom and
Jennifer, I know you are experiencing some anxiety about your return.
The familiar is always what feels safest, and as you well know, the
Father sometimes "stretches" us a little more than we'd like. Just know,
you are and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as you make,
yet again, another transition. Aren't you glad NONE of this is our real
home? Love to you all! Joy
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September
26, 2004 |
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Mary Ann
Aten |
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Hello
Bowens, I am so glad that things are coming together for Disney World. I
know all of you will enjoy it and make lots of lasting memories. Hope
Ben's counts are going up and that you have enjoyed a fun weekend
together. You remain in our prayers and wrapped in His arms. Mary Ann
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September
26, 2004 |
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Katie K.
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Eph.
1:16-20 I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my
prayers. 17.I keep asking that the God of you Lord Jesus Christ, the
glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so
that you may know him better. 18.I pray also that the eyes of your heart
may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has
called you,..., Yes I really do pray for all of you. I wake up in the
middle of the night - pray, read your web site - pray, think about you
during the day - pray, etc. Praying/Seeking/believing - RNforHIM
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September
26, 2004 |
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Brenda
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Hey Tom
and Jenn! We're looking forward to seeing you back home soon. I already
have some thoughts about some music for our service celebrating Ben. Let
me know if we can do anything special for you. The Disney trip sounds
great; I'm sure you'll make very special memories. Until we see you,
know that you remain in our hearts and our prayers. We love you all.
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September
27, 2004 |
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Tom &
Nancy |
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Hi guys!
Hope this message comes to you after a restful and good weekend
together. May God bless you with a wonderful day today and may hope rise
in your spirits as it is the substance of faith. Checked back through a
number of updates but didn't see the actual date of the Disney trip????
Stopped by Chili's on our way to church & smiled at Ben's peppers
gracing the front doors. The mgr. reports that the target was $2 million
but they passed it & set a new target of $3 million! We shared the
picture of Ben holding his Texas Mick-mee & it was headed for the front
doors as we left. Standing with you, T&N
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September
27, 2004 |
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Monica C
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Ben &
family Our prayers are with you and your family.
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September
27, 2004 |
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Sarah
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It put a
smile on my face to hear of Ben lighting up when the Disney song comes
on. There are definitely blessings all throughout this, and it's clear
to see that you guys have the awareness and gratefulness to recognize
know them when you see them. You are teaching me (and many others) how
to take my life one day at a time and thank God for the little things.
Thank you, Bowens.
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September
27, 2004 |
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Melissa
McCarthy |
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Ben is in
our thoughts and prayers. I pray that you have great results from the
treatment and you are home soon! Hugs and prayers from an Allie's Angel.
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September
27, 2004 |
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Becky
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Thinking
and praying for you all. Believing
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September
27, 2004 |
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Rhonda
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Dear Eli,
Ben, and Family, Still thinking of you every day and praying every day
and Believing every day.
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September
27, 2004 |
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Amanda
Knowles |
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To Ben
and your family you are a big fighter that is not going to give up. You
and your family are a inspiration to so many people. Keep your faith in
God. There will be good and bad days but dont give up you can do it
because you have God with you every step of the way. Love and Prayers!!!
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September
27, 2004 |
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Wendy
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Thinking
of you all. If you need anything please call or write. Praying for you
Ben. Love Wendy
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September
28, 2004 |
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Becky
Whittington |
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We are
all sad Ben still has a tumor. BUT. . . We continue to do what we know.
Pray believe and trust in God. Love our kids and treasure each day. We
all are only here for a short time, illness or not. Sweet Eli I wish I
could help him not feel so sad. Ben is Ben we all love him. Coming home
will bring many mixed emotions. I am sure this is only normal. One thing
is for sure we will continue to love you guys, pray and support you how
ever you need. Believing and praying for you all. XOXO for Ben and Eli
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September
28, 2004 |
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KARLA
LEONARD |
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GOOD
MORNING BOWEN FAMILY. YOU HAVE BEEN ON MY HEART HEAVY THIS WEEKEND, I
TALKED ABOUT YOUR FAMILY IN OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS. ABOUT WHAT AN
INSPIRATION YOU ARE TO OTHERS EVEN WITH ALL YOU CARRY ON YOUR SHOULDERS.
I PRAY FOR A MIRACLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!YOU WILL FOREVER BE ON MY THOUGHTS AND
IN MY PRAYERS. WHAT A WITNESS IF GODS PLAN IS TO CURE BEN!!!!!I BELIEVE
IT CAN AND PRAY IT WILL HAPPEN. LOTS OF LOVE.....
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September
28, 2004 |
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Chad
Napier |
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Charleston |
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Just
stopped in to check on "BIG BEN" and the family. My six year old son
Gage prays for a miracle each night for Ben. We know and believe that
GOD is able.
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September
28, 2004 |
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Cari
McNatt |
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Southaven
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I have a
picture of your son hanging on my refrigerator at home. I recieved my
monthly mail from St Jude for a donation. They always have a picture of
the child of the month. I showed the picture of your son to my husband
and we both fell in love with him. We will continue to pray for him and
your family. He is such a beautiful boy and please know more people pray
for you than you can even imagine. I am sure you can feel the prayers
for Ben and know that God is holding Ben is His arms. I only live 15
mins from St Jude, if you ever need anything at all, please let me know.
I will continue to keep Ben's picture of my fridge and know that he is
in the best care possible with God and St Jude.
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Eli is
such a tender hearted little boy. He must be a great big brother. My
heart goes out to you...I wish I lived close enough to give you a hug.
God be with you on your journey.
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September
28, 2004 |
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Carissa
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Your
family is such an inspiration; and God is using you in so many ways to
spread His love. Enjoy your trip to Disney.
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September
28, 2004 |
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hollie
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Ben and
family, Hello, just stopped by to see how thing's are. We continue to
pray for Ben, you are in our thought's daily. Hope all is going well,
may God be with you through this journey. SEnding love and prayer's, The
Miller Family
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September
28, 2004 |
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Misty,
Malik and Cailyn Wallace |
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maww74@hotmail.com
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Cincinnati |
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We are
keeping your family in our prayers daily. We have been keeping up with
Ben's progress for months. You strength and love as a family has touched
our lives so deeply. Words can not express how much we admire you.Give
Ben and Eli a big hug from all of us here in Cincinnati!
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September
28, 2004 |
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Amanda
Roy |
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Houston
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I don't
want to take away from Ben's story, but I thought you should know that
Baby Zane passed away on September 25th. He was the little boy in
Elkins, WV with ATRT. On the day he turned 11 months old, he went to be
with Jesus. That family needs all the prayers they can get as well.
http://babyzanesmiles.tripod.com is their site. I'm glad to hear Ben is
taking this all well, but you don't say much anymore about how mommy and
daddy are taking it. How are you, really? I'll remember you in my
prayers.
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