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Carolyn
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We
continue to pray for Big Ben and your entire family. We have experienced
the ugliness of cancer, though not through a child. How we pray that God
will continue to give you the physical strength you so badly need during
this difficult time. We can already see the spiritual strength He has
provided and continues to provide. May God bless all of you.
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February
15, 2005 |
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Tom &
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I could
not sign off without sharing one last thought. People know you because
they are your friend or neighbor, people know you because they've met
you during this journey, and people know you from the heart you share on
this website. The grace, strength, and eloquence that comes pouring
through truly magnifies God each time. The steadfast and firm faith has
been like a beacon, drawing us back day by day. And your 2/14 response
was absolute grace. Ben’s ‘season’ has been mighty for such a little
boy. No one will ever be the same. Love, T&N
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February
15, 2005 |
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Jennifer
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I just
wanted to say that we are praying for Ben's comfort, for peace for all
of you, and for you to feel the presence of Jesus all around you. I know
for sure that He is there. We love you all and will be so proud to wear
our Big Ben bands. The Whites
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Ben and
your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. {{{HUGS}}}
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This
story is one that is so touching. I just wanted to let the family know
that you are in all my prayers and I will have others to pray for you
also. I hope there is something more that I could do to help and I will
do my best to do that. God Bless you always is my prayer. Ben is a
gorgeous child and wonderful gift from God.
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February
15, 2005 |
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Kathleen
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We wish
your whole family peace and love. God Bless, The McKays
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February
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Jordy
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Im so
sorry for your pain.But I know you have the heart to get though this.
You have a blessed faimly. God Bless You All. MeMe
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February
15, 2005 |
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Amy
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Tom,
Jennifer, Eli & Big Ben, Just wanted to write a quick note to let you
know you are in our thoughts and prayers hourly. We would like to do
more but since what you said you need most right now is prayer--you have
it from our family. Love and prayers always, David, Amy, Claire and
Michael Ashworth ps Michael is 4yrs old and at the end of his "regular"
prayers I ask him who needs a special prayer and everynight he says
"Rachel and Big Ben."
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February
15, 2005 |
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amy
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just
thought i would just say hello,my little girl is only four years old and
she looked at me yesterday when i finished telling her your story and
she said she is praying that ben will soon get better so she will have
some one to play with.lots of love and prayers ,amy in westmorland
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February
15, 2005 |
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Carla
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Ben's
life has been and will continue to be a beautiful tapestry woven by God.
Thank you for sharing him and your tremendous faith with all of us. I
know I now hold my precious grandson closer and will cherish my new
grandchild, due in August, even more because of Ben. I pray that you
will all feel God's strong arms around you as you walk this difficult
road; He is with you every step of the way. This poem means a lot to me
and my family; I pray it is a reminder to you that God is still in
control and has a plan for all our lives. THE WEAVER (author unknown) My
life is but a weaving between my Lord and me; I cannot choose the
colors; He worketh steadily. Oftimes He weaveth sorrow, and I in foolish
pride Forget He see the upper, and I the underside. Not till the loom is
silent and the shuttles cease to fly Shall God unroll the canvas and
explain the reason why The dark threads are as needful In the Weaver's
skillful hand As the threads of gold and silver In the pattern He has
planned.
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February
15, 2005 |
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morgan
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atlanta
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bowen
family, i am not sure whether or not you will remember me. i was one of
the first nurses that took care of ben at st. jude. i left in sept. when
i got married and am now living in atlanta. i think about you guys often
and check your website every now and again. i want you to know that i
continue to pray for your family. i am so sorry to read of what is going
on right now (for your sake). i know at this point you are just ready
for him not to suffer any more. his spirit is amazing. your faith is
encouraging. you are so right that God has great plans for his life. not
only to carry him home, but to those on this earth so desperately in
need of a savior. thank you for being so bold to openly share your
story. i will continue to pray for you. you are an encouragement to me.
know that i think about you often. -morgan (smith) hayes
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February
15, 2005 |
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Lynn
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I pray
for your continued strength. May God grant you all peace. May he also
comfort you all in the coming days ahead. Please don't let the harsh
words from others get to you. You are right. There are certantly much
better days ahead for Ben and for you all. My sister in law (who lost
her mother to brain cancer this past Christmas) said something that I
will always remember as I struggle mentally with the question "why". She
explained, "we go through life as Christians trying to be like Christ so
that in the end we will be with him, but we fight so hard not to get
there". Heaven is our ultimate gift. Continue to be strong in your
faith. Our continued prayers are with you.
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February
15, 2005 |
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Name
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CD
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have2nurs@yahoo.com
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Weston
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The story
of your son has greatly touched my life. On a day when I felt like I
could no longer handle the stress of work and school. I have found new
motivation to continue on in my study of pediatric oncology. May god
bless you and your entire family
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