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August
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Allison
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Lexington
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Tom,
Jennifer, Eli & Ben: I believe, now more than ever, that He will keep
His promises. Big Ben has a story bigger than we can ever imagine and it
is all bringing glory to HIS name. I am praying for God's protection
over Ben as he heals from this latest surgery, and most of all I am
praying for your peace of mind as you face an uncertain future. The
unwavering faith you have displayed is challenging and inspiring to me
everyday. I thank you for sharing your story with the world. I have been
following Ben since Sarah Hastings shared his diagnosis and begin each
day looking at your updates. Believeing and praying without
ceasing.....Allison Johnston
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August
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Lexington
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Tom,
Jennifer, Ben, Eli, and family.... I don't understand why this is
happening and I don't know what to think... but that is not my job. My
job is to BELIEVE, and I am going to do that with all my heart. We are
all "circling the wagons" around you, surrounding you with love and
prayer. We love you guys.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Blaine
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Cleveland
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We are
praying for little Ben and sorry about his boo boo on his head. He can
have one of our spiderman band-aids to help. Blaine age 5 1/2 Caleb age
4
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August
12, 2004 |
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Kerin,
Mike & Louie |
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I have no
words but I am sorry & we love you guys. Shocked & deeply pained. Kerin
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August
12, 2004 |
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Heather
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The
update I just read isn't one I was expecting. I am not sure what all
this means as far as Ben's next step is concerned. I will pray for all
of you, but extra prayers for Ben. God's plan is unknown to us. It is
hard to believe and trust in the unknown, but that's exactly what we
have to do. Thinking of you, praying for you.
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Your
strength in God is amazing. I have been following and praying for you. I
read todays update and I will continue to pray for healing. Because our
God is bigger then this tumor. You have such a great team of support and
I pray for them all also. God please continue to strengthen this family!
Wrap your arms around them and given them what they need most now. Amen
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My heart
is broken. Please God perform a MIRACLE on this precious baby.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Tara
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My heart
is so saddened by the recent update. I am continuing to pray for your
comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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August
12, 2004 |
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GLENNA
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DEAR TOM,
JENNIFER, ELI, & PRECIOUS BABY BEN, JUST GOT HOME AND READ MIKE'S UPDATE
ON BIG BEN, WENT DIRECTLY TO MY KNEE'S AND PRAYED FOR HIS RECOVERY. MY
HEART WILL CONTINUE PRAYING UNTIL BIG BEN COMES THROUGH THIS ORDEAL. WE
PRAY GOD WILL CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU STRENGTH AND USE HIS HEALING POWERS.
WE LOVE YOU, SWEET LOUIE'S GRANDMA & GRANDPA WITSCHY
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August
12, 2004 |
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The Wargo
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To say we
are devastated over today's news does not even come close to covering
it. We will continue to pray for God's grace on all of you, and please
know that we (along with the rest of your St. Jude family) are here for
ANYTHING you need. Love you guys.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Pam
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Just
returned to the office and checked Ben's website first thing-I'm so
sorry for all of you. I will continue to pray for all of you-especially
for your faith to remain strong! Pam - YFC Wichita
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August
12, 2004 |
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Judy
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I just
read the latest update and immediately said a prayer for little Ben. I
passed on the prayer request to the prayer chain here at work. While I
write this I got back an email from a co worker who wrote: The Shunamite
woman ran to the Profet with her dead son in her lap, saying "All is
well, all is well." And after praying for him, he came back to life -
because of her faith. There is hope! There is still hope. Believing with
you. The Pauley family
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August
12, 2004 |
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Michelle
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Morrison
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I learned
about your family from the Mclrath Website for Alethea Mclrath. I will
keep Ben and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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Please be
assured of my prayers and thoughts for as long as they're needed. Big
hugs to all~ Jane
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August
12, 2004 |
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Whitney
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I am so
sad to hear about the bad news. Hopefully the doctors will come up with
another plan for Big Ben. I feel so sorry for your family. You have gone
through alot in the past week. Tell Eli that he is the strongest big
brother and that I am proud of him.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Jessie
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Scottown
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Tom and
Jennifer, I just read Mike's 3:30 update. My prayers for Ben and his
surgical team continue. I have no words to express. Just please know
that my thoughts and prayers for you and your boys continue. God bless
you.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Darlene
Sanford a/k/a Sniggles the Clown |
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csanford@fulbright.com |
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TX
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To the
Bowen Family - During this difficult time, please be strong. It's easy
for me to say, I am not facing the things you are, but because we are
one in Christ's family, I am there with you in spirit. God promises us
to be there in our darkest hour and I know He is there with you know.
Please lean on Him and He will get you through this. Jesus said, "Ask
and it will be given unto you." Lord Jesus, I come to you with a heavy
heart for the Bowen family. Please be with the surgeons and with little
Ben. Lord I ask that you, the great physician, the one that knows every
cell of little Ben's body, heal him, it if be Your will. Lord, I know by
reading Tom and Jennifer's words, they love you and they need you right
now. They "Believe God" - I believe God too! Please Lord, take care of
little Ben in a way no one else can and give comfort to his family.
Lord, I ask a special prayer for little Eli who is hurting in his own
special way. Comfort him and give him a peace. I ask this in your
precious and Holy name, Amen.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Karen
Bowen Wilb urn |
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brose1956@adelphia.net |
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Barboursville |
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I am at
loss for words. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you guys. I pray
comfort and peace for Eli - things shouldn't be this hard for a
3-year-old. I don't understand but I will still BELIEVE with you guys
for as long as it takes. Love Aunt Karen.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Wilson
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Dear
Bowen Family, we became aware of you and your son, Ben through Louie
Hentz and family. Please be assured of our prayers during these very
difficult days. We will pray for strength from God for all of you.
Sincerely, Bob & Diane Wilson and Family
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tom,jen,eli, big ben my thoughts and prayers are with you every moment,
no words on what to say, if their is anything for me to do other than
pray, please email me and let me know!!!!!! tracy & jacob blake
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I'm here
We're all here
We've never left and neither has God
Scattered and strewn throughout the pages of this guestbook are
footprints left by many who love and care about you "The Bowens"
Many have left promises from Gods word as well as myself. I hope they
comfort you as much as they do me.
I must leave yet more of Gods comforting words
Familiar passages I leave often. Used often but never worn out and more
importantly never lose their power nor the source behind it all. Our
Loving Heavenly Father
Isaiah 43:2, "When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will
be with you."
Isaiah 40:29, "He gives power to those who are tired & worn out; He
offers strength to the weak."
2 Cor. 1:3, "He is the source of every mercy and the God who comforts
us." God is good, all the time.
PRAYING
All our love and Gods love too!
Trina, Jophie, and Jamie
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Date
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August
12, 2004 |
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Mindy
Rogers |
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minrogers@yfc.net
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Aurora
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Colorado
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Bowens,
The whole YFC office is praying hard and holding out for updates. Sorry
to hear about the tumor growth (that's terrible). I still believe! Mindy
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Tom &
Jennifer, I just read the update and I am so sorry to hear of the news
you got today. You are in our prayers. We will see you in a couple of
days.
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August
12, 2004 |
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Nina
Edwards |
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nedwards@yfc.net
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Littleton
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Praying
so fervently for you all. God can do far more than we expect. None of
this is a surprise to Him and he absolutely knows your pain. Your story
as well as Ben's is so powerful that none of this suffering is a waste,
many lives are being changed by watching your courage and faithfulness.
My niece Katie as well as my nephews Chad, Marshall, and Aiden pray for
you and Ben every night. Keep holding on to His grace that is new every
morning. You are loved, Nina Edwards
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August
12, 2004 |
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Ellen
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erj50@juno.com |
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Hampton
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I have
just passed on the news about Ben to my prayer warrior friends. We are
all praying and BELIEVING. Our God is an awesome God and He will see you
through! Ellen
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