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Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL

Hello,

I lost your website when my computer crashed so I am so happy that I found it again! I am so sorry to hear about your dad, you know we will be sending prayers to your dad and you all. I hope everything else is going well and I will check back in again soon. HUGS!

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
Ione, CA USA - Monday, August 4, 2008 11:05 AM CDT

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Love you and praying for you as always. I'm so sorry for yet another difficult situation to face. Life is so not fair. Just glad you know the ONE who holds the answers to all this life's difficulties. HUGS.
Khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 12:42 AM CDT

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Hi,
You don't know me but I was directed to your website cuz I have 2 boys with hunters right now, in transplant...same exact path as you..(so far). I want to first, say how sorry I am...I would relate to you in so many ways it was crazy as I read a lot of your entries....(we left illinois too to come down here, i was a teacher too) and I know it doesn't help much to say I'm sorry, but I wanted to tell you so you know that everyone who knows you and then ppl like me who read your journals, is feeling for you. And now, your dad....what I am trying to tell myself and what I want to tell you (I'm sure youve heard it before) but God must think you are just a really strong person, to be able to take on all of this. Try to remind yourself, when it gets hard for you, that God is choosing you, over millions, to handle these difficulties and then your reward will be eternal happiness in heaven with your beautiful baby. I also want to thank you so much for your detailed entries...I have been learning so much about this new life I am about to take on (times two!)..and I did not realize it before. Now I understand what we have signed our boys up for. But the alternative wouldn't have been any better. We are strong. That is all one can conclude. And you're totally entitled to hate it, and be bitter sometimes, and cry...it's all part of the difficulty that will one day be rewarded. I am here, silently reading and rooting for you...and praying for your dad for as little suffering as possible....take care....

hugs,
Angie
Angie <angie_mahmoud@hotmail.com>
Cary, NC - Friday, July 25, 2008 10:13 AM CDT

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Thinking of you today. Stay strong!
Tanya Engelman <tanya_engelman@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, July 12, 2008 2:41 PM CDT

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Sending prayers your way. Keep your chin up...I can't imagine how difficult this is for all of you.

Michael, Lauri, Lucas, & Jordan <xrayu11@yahoo.com>
Nokomis, IL USA - Friday, July 11, 2008 6:43 PM CDT

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Love you. Praying.
In Love & Prayer, Eleasha <eleasha@cox.net>
www.caringbridge.org/va/cody, - Friday, July 11, 2008 2:59 PM CDT

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Carrie,

I know I never take the time to sign, but I still check the website frequently. I'm sorry to read the updates from both you and your mom. There are many prayers being sent to your dad and "his girls". Stay strong.
Tanya Engelman <tanya_engelman@yahoo.com>
- Friday, July 11, 2008 12:47 AM CDT

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Carrie...

Long, long, long time follower from back when you first started this page for Jordan. I never write, but today I felt compelled to send my wishes to you and your family. I can't imagine how you must feel, but your dad has shown such strength and determination. If anyone can become cancer-free again he can! I will be thinking of your family during these tough times!
Danielle
saugus, CA USA - Friday, July 11, 2008 12:15 AM CDT

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Praying for your dad. Also praying for you and the rest of the family.
angela hinson <jalh@surry.net>
dobson, nc usa - Friday, July 11, 2008 10:26 AM CDT

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Hey, guys -
Still checking in on you every day and are excited to hear about the new things that are going on with you and hope you're doing well. We just saw the update on your dad, Carrie, and wanted to let you both know that we're keeping you close to our hearts as always. We love you guys.
Don and Stephanie Vaughan <skv30@yahoo.com>
Mantorville, MN - Thursday, July 10, 2008 8:07 AM CDT

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thinking about you guys... kudos on all that you are doing for your job! i will pray that all goes well with it! take care.
katie lamantia <k_epstein@hotmail.com>
st. louis, mo - Wednesday, June 25, 2008 11:24 PM CDT

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Glad to see an update so that I know how to direct my prayers. I will be praying specifically for all your educational endeavors and, of course, my prayers continue for the obvious things--like your dad and your heart. I love you guys!
Khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <saawarrior@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Saturday, June 21, 2008 6:11 PM CDT

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You've been on my heart lots lately and I wanted to sign in and let you know. I love you bunches. HUGS!
Khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <saawarrior@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Tuesday, June 17, 2008 9:38 PM CDT

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I am thinking of you.
Ann Haywood-Baxter
Boston, MA - Monday, June 16, 2008 7:53 PM CDT

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Just stopping by to say hi. Hope things are well. We are getting ready to move into our new house. Missing Cody as usual. Thinking about Jordan. Love you guys!
In Love & Prayer...Eleasha <eleasha@cox.net>
www.caringbridge.org/va/cody, - Thursday, June 12, 2008 10:30 AM CDT

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Love to you from Boston, MA.
Ann Haywood-Baxter
Boston, MA - Tuesday, June 3, 2008 9:15 PM CDT

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I don't sign in as often as I think of you but definitely wanted you to know I was thinking of you today on Mother's Day. I'm glad you're settled in and am glad your Dad is doing well. I just know something will happen for you to have another baby and I pray it will be soon. You are the best Mommy that Jordan could ever have!
Robin Boger
Rural Hall, NC - Sunday, May 11, 2008 10:31 AM CDT

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I love you.
Khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <khalita@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Friday, May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT

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still thinking about you & praying for you guys :)
Katie LaMantia <klamantia@newcityschool.org>
st. louis, mo - Thursday, May 1, 2008 8:00 AM CDT

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I pray that God gives you the answers you are looking for and the peace to endure the pain you are currently feeling. Your in our thoughts and prayers every day. Love, Lauri
Lauri Smalley <xrayu11@yahoo.com>
Nokomis, IL USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 5:56 PM CDT

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I'm sorry you're in so much pain. I wish there were some way to make it go away.
I love you, Connie
Connie Horton <connie0131@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 26, 2008 12:14 AM CDT

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hey dale how the heck are ya... I was just wondering how you was holding up.... I was just thinkin about you... love always ur favorite waitress EVER hahah...
Nikki Palmer <party_04_2000@hotmail.com>
Nokomis, IL us - Thursday, March 20, 2008 8:53 PM CDT

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Praying for you ALWAYS. Happy Birthday OLD MAN! And please know that I think of you constantly and am glad you're moving closer again. Hopefully we can see each other before too long. I love you guys dearly. Blessings in Christ!
KhalitaDuke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <saawarrior@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Friday, March 7, 2008 10:54 PM CST

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Happy birthday, Patrick!!
Don and Steph <skv30@yahoo.com>
Rochester, MN - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 6:02 PM CST

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Hey Patrick ~ Sweet Niblets! It's someone's birthday today! lol :) Hope you have a wonderful day!

Go ahead and say it ~ stfup!

Love from your sista from another mista,
Angie Lyerla <lyerla6@yahoo.com>
Coffeen, IL - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 8:49 AM CST

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Carrie and Patrick I just wanted to say I love you and I pray that if it is God's plan you will sell your house and be in Raliegh together soon instead of having this long distance marriage. Carrie I can't wait to see you and Cherie on the 12th. I'll have the crab legs ready, but I guess we will have to share with Cherie. lol

Love, Mom <sayeske@yahoo.com>
Decatur, il us - Saturday, February 23, 2008 11:05 PM CST

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Carrie and Patrick,

I know I don't sign in often...but that doesn't mean I think of you any less. I always keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Tanya Engelman
Nokomis, IL USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 9:07 PM CST

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I just realized that it was awhile since I signed your guestbook.

I wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you today, and always.
Love from Vibeke
Vibeke <vibekehovd@hotmail.com>
Skaun, Trondheim, Norway - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 5:00 AM CST

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I am glad to hear you have decided to commit yourself to paying for IVF. I have been hoping that you would do that instead of relying on the insurance company. Although it would have been nice if they had seen things your way, I wasn't surprised. The cruel reality is that no one in the insurance industry seems to regard IVF as a medical necessity. In my opinion, if you have a medical need for IVF for infertility or genetic reasons it should be covered.

There may be more financial options open to you once you take the time to look in to them. When we did IVF we did a cost sharing program where you got 3 tries for a reduced price. If you got pregnant with less than 3 tries they made money. If you did not get pregnant you were refunded some of your money. They also had special loan programs set up with a local bank. We ended up taking out a home equity loan to pay for our IVF.

You can also possibly save some money if you connect with other local people who are going through IVF. They may have left over fertility meds that you can use. A friend of a friend had IVF coverage so her meds were paid for. After she got pregnant she gave me her left over meds which saved me a ton of money. After I got pregnant I passed on my left over meds to other women.

Sorry I wrote a book. I just wanted to give you some encouragement that you can do this on your own. By the way, I have triplets from IVF but did not need PGD. A friend of mine did need PGD and she gave birth to healthy triplets last October. I hope in a couple of years (or sooner) we are hearing about your pregnancy with a healthy baby or two.

Lori <lorij6@aol.com>
Pittsburgh, PA - Monday, February 18, 2008 10:40 PM CST

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Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, February 14, 2008 9:56 PM CST

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Happy Valentinesday to you all!
Love,
Harmen, Hanna, Jan and Jacomien
Haren, The Netherlands - Thursday, February 14, 2008 2:36 AM CST

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Hi Carrie!
I just checked in on your dad's site. Done w/chemo.-YEAH! I just wanted to let you know that I have been keeping you & Patrick in my prayers as well. I am SO glad you are back in a school where you feel appreciated! and back around friends. Hopefully, you will have many more blessings coming soon! I know our situations are different, but I am dealing with fertility issues right now and I didn't know how much I could love a child that is just a thought. Anyway (before I start crying):-) I just really wanted to let you know how much I admire your strength & FAITH. I am keeping you,Patrick & Jordan in my prayers. I REALLY hope things work out for you. God Bless-Keri (Shoemaker)
Keri Rykhus
Taylorville, IL - Thursday, February 7, 2008 9:41 PM CST

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Yippee!! I am so happy about the news about your dad and, selfishly, I am THRILLED that you are moving closer once again. Hopefully I will be able to get together with you once you are settled "locally" again. In the meantime, of course you know I will be praying for you. Blessings in Christ!
Khalita Duke Peds BMT Aplastic Anemia <saawarrior@yahoo.com>
Lexington, NC - Wednesday, January 23, 2008 8:42 AM CST

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Carrie, I havent checked the site lately but I was so glad that I did today. Your news is great. I know that you are on top of the world and hopefully since everything seems to be falling into place it wont be long before your house sells. I know that living apart is going to be hard but absense makes the heart grow fonder and knowing that you are going to see Patrick on the weekends will make the weeks go by quicker. God is good and He has put you and your family through alot of test but I think that now He is rewarding you for your faithfulness, trust and obedience. I look forward to reading more good news as your lives take a new turn in this journey called life.
Stephanie Beck <sbeck@asapnc.com>
Mt Airy, NC - Wednesday, January 23, 2008 7:34 AM CST

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Praise the Lord!!!!!! I am so glad to hear of your Dad's results. I know that is such a relief. I know you will never stop worrying but that is such good news. Things are looking good in 2008!!!!!
Carol Burgess <my2farmboys@embarqmail.com>
Conway, Nc USA - Thursday, January 17, 2008 12:36 AM CST

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We thought of you and ^^Jordan^^ this when watching the Packers play (and win). Friends who are Vikings fans (obviously, given our location) were surprised to hear that we wanted the Pack to win (if the Bears were still in it, of course, it would have been a different story), but we've told everyone that very special people in our life - and one very special little boy - were behind our pick this weekend. Plus, Favre is having one heck of a year. Wow.
Don and Steph <skv30@yahoo.com>
Rochester, MN - Monday, January 14, 2008 8:02 AM CST

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How wonderful to read the GREAT things going on in your lives!!! I am thrilled things are looking up for you and Patrick! I will pray your home sells quickly and with a profit! My heart is lighter this morning as I read the good news....thank you for continuing to update us on the goingson in your lives.

** Thank you Jordan for helping "our" PACKERS in their win yesterday**
Deb Mathy <debmathy@new.rr.com>
Green Bay, WI - Sunday, January 13, 2008 9:54 AM CST

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Thinking of Jordan today from Green Bay, WI. I know he is pulling for the Packers!!

Pam <pjohn257@msn.com>
Green Bay, WI - Saturday, January 12, 2008 2:43 PM CST

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Carrie, I have been following your site since before the birth of your precious Jordan...I am so happy for the changes God is bringing into your lives, with the new job and move back to Raleigh...I am formerly from Nokomis, I think my ex-husb and your father car pooled to Dickey John in Auburn, back in late 70's when I lived in Witt. Have been praying for your father's recovery as I am a 17 yr cancer survivor also.
My sister lives in Greenville, NC and has been at Duke Med Ctr in Raleigh/Durham for 3 wk now as her 25 yr old son had a 2nd brain aneurysm and had surgery on Dec 22. He is slowly recovering. We are thankful for the care he is getting over there, and just wanted to you to know I am praying for you and your family. Norma
Norma (King) Smith <norfran1@aol.com>
Champaign, IL USA - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 10:29 PM CST

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I am so proud of you for having so many updates close together. (just kidding) It sounds like you two have alot of stuff going on. I am so glad to hear that you are coming back to Raleigh. I know you will both have great things happening to you in 2008. Congrats on the newest member of the Horton clan. I know Baxter will be rotten. Keep us posted on your move. We miss you both. I have a new email address. It is below. The other one will be cancelled this week.
Carol Burgess <my2farmboys@embarqmail.com>
Conway, Nc US - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 9:53 PM CST

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Carrie and Patrick -

Although the changes you are about to embark on won't necessarily be easy, it sounds like you're moving in a good direction with a lot of support. You both have such supportive employers, and that's so awesome! Know that we love you and think about you every day and are wishing you the best on this next leg of your journey together.
Don and Steph <skv30@yahoo.com>
Rochester, MN - Tuesday, January 8, 2008 8:08 AM CST

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Lots of love to you. I love the dog's name...we're related!
Ann Haywood-Baxter
Boston, MA - Monday, January 7, 2008 8:59 PM CST

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Carrie,

It sounds like you have a lot of exciting changes coming your way! I hope 2008 is the year that all your dreams come true. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Mary <miniteasets@mail2world.com>
Worth, IL USA - Monday, January 7, 2008 4:18 PM CST

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Best wishes for the New Year to you all!
Wonderful news Patrick and Carrie, missing you all,
Love and Hugs,
Harmen, Hanna, Jan and Jacomien
Haren, The Netherlands - Saturday, January 5, 2008 2:49 PM CST

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