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Danny and
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Stay
strong Ben! Your story has really touched our hearts! We are praying for
you and your family!
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February
11, 2005 |
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marcia
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our
prayers are with you, just today we found out our daughters newborn
adoptive baby was diagnosed with being hiv positive, as well as the
biological mother, and both have hepatitis C, our love and prayers are
sent to Ben and his entire family, may God comfort you and be your
strength with you all as he is with us.
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February
11, 2005 |
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Was
listening to the news tonite. GREAT to hear how the bands are flying off
the self. Tomorrow is the big day that Ben will be presenting his check.
GO BEN!!! Also was informed that Ben is not doing well. I have emailed
everyone I know. We are rallying with you in prayer. Feel our love and
prayers. We LOVE you Ben and family. Still Believing and grateful.
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February
11, 2005 |
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Missy &
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We love
you Ben and Family I just watched the channel 3 news at 11pm before
going to bed and I am quite sure I will have trouble falling asleep I'm
hearing Ben is continuing to feel bad and I can only imagine the pain
that must cause you Tom and Jennifer may god continue to bless you and
give you strenght in this great time,my heart reaches out to you please
know that there are thousands and more that pray daily and love you all.
This story has truly touched my heart. GOd keep you free from pain lil
man and gods hands are on you.Good-Night
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February
11, 2005 |
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Brooke
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Hurricane
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Ben our
thoughts and prayers are with you! You have touched so many peoples
hearts.
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I have
been following Ben's story for quite some time I can't even begin to
imagine what your family is going through I just wanted to let you all
know that you are in my family's thoughts and prayers. I was so glad to
hear the bracelets were selling so well I had picked up a few myself. I
will continue to pray for you each and every day!!!!!
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February
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Patricia
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Everyday
I am so encouraged by Ben's courage & and joy. I am encouraged by Eli's
dedication to his little brother. Finally, I am encouraged by Tom &
Jennifer's courage, faith and strength. Keep believing. Psalm 121
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Just
wanted to drop a quick note....to let you all know that my prayers
everlasting for your family. You never leave my thoughts. I got an early
Valentines' Day present from my fiance' tonight....it was a BEN BOWEN
WRISTBAND. I was so excited I cried. Honoring Ben and your family is a
humbling honor to me. Love and prayers to you all tonight.
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Continuing to pray for all of you. I'm grateful for yet another example
of how God can bring good out of something so horrific. Ben's life has
touched so many, as has your faithfulness through it all. Praying for
peace and continued grace for you as you face the days ahead. Also
praying for Eli. I have twins who are nearly four so think of him often
during the day while with my kids. Blessings, Kari
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February
12, 2005 |
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Still
praying and still believing. Have faith!
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February
12, 2005 |
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Know that
God has you all wrapped in His Loving Arms. Ben, You are God's special
messenger. Such a little boy, but such huge mountains you have moved.
The world is definitely a better place for having know you. Thanks for
sharing your life and love for Your Heavenly Father with us all.
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February
12, 2005 |
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Emily
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Ben-
you're such a beautiful little boy. the confidence and faith of your
family are so inspiring to my own. i have prayed for you daily since i
heard your story a week ago. i have always wanted to become an RN, which
i am majoring in next year in college, and working at St. Jude's
hospital. Reading your story has made all doubts of this ambition fade
away and i will do it. thank you Ben for inspiring my future. my hope
and prayers are with you daily baby boy!! keep your head up!! - Emily
Ranson 16 years old Cabell Midland HS
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Ben &
Family, Just another message to let you know that you are continually in
my prayers. Eli you are such a wonderful big brother, Ben is such a
blessed little boy to have a strong big brother like you. I come to your
web site often to check on how Big Ben is doing. I have 4 children and
my youngest 2 are only 13 months apart. Christian is 18 months old and
everytime I hold him I think of Big Ben and the horrific circumstances
that he is going through. If the world could only pull together and pray
for each other as often as this family has been prayed for. The world
would be a better place. I will continue to pray for you all. Ben, sleep
well tonight little buddy, tomorrow is your big day. We will be watching
for you on the news. Lots of love and prayers, Lisa, Michael, Sabrena,
Dalton, Christian & Hosanna.
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February
12, 2005 |
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Liz
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Thinking
of you all tonight and hoping love envelopes you and carries you through
until morning! Sweet dreams Ben. with love, Liz
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February
12, 2005 |
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Doug,
Teri, and Ryan Beasley |
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I would
like to say that your family is truely blessed by God. I know that every
person has a reason for being on this earth and I beleive that Ben's
reason is to show this world the true meaning of FAITH. You all have
been through so much, yet you still praise God every minute of every
day. There is a lot to be learned from your family, you all are
extrordinary people. I have read Ben's story and have cried and hugged
and kissed our little boy a thousand times, each time praying that God
continue to be with you. Ben you are such a wonderful little angel. Eli
you have got to be the best big brother in the whole wide world and a
very brave little boy to be so strong for your mommy, daddy, and Ben. I
hope and pray that you can find comfort in your coming days. No family
should ever have to go thru this kind of tragedy, but your family has
put its trust in the safest place possible and that is with God. Thank
you for being so gracious as to share BIG BEN'S story with all the
world, that takes a great amount of courage. I can
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February
12, 2005 |
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Doug,
Teri, and Ryan Beasley |
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Beas2@aol.com |
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cont...... I can only hope and pray that everyone take your story to
heart and cherish every moment of every day with their children, you can
never love them too much. Your family is in our prayers. Love and hugs
to you all! The Beasley's
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February
12, 2005 |
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Nancy -
Friends of Allie |
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laportester@gmail.com |
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What an
amazing story, amazing parents and one amazing little boy. I continue to
pray for Ben.
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Dear
Bowen Family, I am at a loss for words. In the last week I have found
out about the struggles you and Big Ben have been through. I have cried
and cried for the pain of all of you! I have prayed and will continue to
pray for the ease of Ben's pain. Eli is a amazing little boy! He is so
strong for a little one! Jennifer and Tom you are amazing parents to be
so strong for both the boys! I really am at a loss for words, just know
that, Ben and his story will be forever with me and my family! I
believe! Take Care and Kiss those babies! I know its hard sometimes but
you truly are blessed! Cortney
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Big Ben
What can I say? You are such an inspiration to everyone who comes in
contact with your story. Your strenght and faith are the most powerful I
have ever seen. It is clear your purpose is being fulfilled . Thank GOD
you have a mommy and daddy that realized the reason for your sweet
little life was to help save many more children from this terrible
demon. You are truly blessed. Thank you Tom And Jennifer for the Big Ben
project, it is so wonderful that you are reaching out to save others
when you are fighting your own trials at home ,The efforts you are
making WILL help so many. Much love and the strongest Prayers I have
ever prayed go to heaven for you today and every day. Love Wendy
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February
12, 2005 |
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Name
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Laurie
Todd Alisyn Trevor Bardsley |
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lkneeme@megavision.com |
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Home Page
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Columbus
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Wow what
an awesome honor for Big Ben. God has worked so many miracles through
you Ben. You will be forever remembered and loved. Tom and Jennifer I
pray everyday that God will help you get through this. "God brings you
to it, He will bring you through it. Eli you are such a wonderful
helpful brother, God has definately put you in this family with a lot of
strength and love. Good luck on the big day today. Hang in there and
know people are uniting as one to pray for your family. Lot of Love
Laurie Todd Alisyn and Trevor. PS our 2 year old thinks Eli is pretty
cute, she wants to see his picture.
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Indeed,
God has a definite purpose for each of our lives. For some all that He
proposes is completed in many years on earth; however, for others, only
a brief moment of time is miraculous in achieving more than any of us
could imagine. Through Ben's example, let us all make our personal
covenant to God not to waste even a minute of the time He allows us to
stay here. So many people need the gifts and talents He has bestowed
within us so that we may be blessings to others. Ben has been joyful
through all his experiences, and now we have the precious opportunity to
honor his life and our Lord by casting off what is false and embracing
what is good and pure. Ben has loved us through those incredible eyes
and smiles; now it's our turn to carry the Father's love and compassion
to all those who cross our paths. Thank you, Ben!
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February
12, 2005 |
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Name
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Wendy
Blouin |
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Email
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Home Page
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www.caringbridge.org/me/karley |
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Lewiston
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Maine
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Im
thinking of you guys. My eyes are filled with tears and I wish I could
give you a great big hug Ben. It is so hard to read your update and even
harder to try to respond. Ben is not just a hero here, Earth was just
the begining. Praying for you. Wendy
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February
12, 2005 |
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Dawn
Sykora |
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Dear Tom,
Jennifer, Eli and Big Ben. You all continue to amaze us. Our LORD is
truely present in all you do and in your words to all of us. I don't
think you will ever know the true impact Ben has had on all of us. I
will forever cherish each and every moment I have with my kids (good and
bad). Take Care little Eli -- I can't even imagine how you feel, but
know you are also GOD's little man with a story of his very own. Stay
strong, may GOD's peace be with you all. The Sykora's, Dawn, Jim, Jimmie
and Tommy
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February
12, 2005 |
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Jodi
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jodi51377@yahoo.com
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O'Fallon
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" The
wealth of people who have been irrevocably moved by Ben's will and
personality is an indeniable gift. There is no greater way to measure
one's time here on Earth than by the number of lives he or she
influences. In this regard, Ben is truly rich." This is so true to your
family. Not just to Ben, but to the entire family. You will never know
how much you have touched our lives and there will never be a way for
any of us to repay you for what you have brought to us. But what I can
do is Thank You for your words and your beliefs~ they truely inspire me
to be a better mother.
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February
12, 2005 |
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KARLA
LEONARD |
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KLEONARD@MONVB.COM
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I am so
happy for you and yet heartbroken at the same time. I have followed your
story from the beginning (found the website through Taylor, she lives in
my hometown). It is amazing the things that are being accomplished
through your sons life. That is a legacy that will live on and be in
your heart forever. If only we could all leave that kind of impression
on family, friends and strangers. I'll say it again I feel as though you
are all a part of my family. I myself have so much negative in my life
right now, but I can read Bens story and feel encouraged. You are
amazing parents and that shows through your Ben and the amazing little
Eli. Thank you for sharing your story. The Bowens are a part of History
for St. Judes and even through your grief you are helping to save others
and educate them them from this monster. I pray to meet you in person
someday, and even when Ben goes to sit on Gods lap, I will continue to
check on you and Eli. Sweet prayers for all of you......love karla
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