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Hey John Russell, thinking of you on your Angel day, sweet farmer boy. I hope you are keeping a good eye on Charlie, Bella, Mommy and Daddy. I was just thinking about how much everything has changed and how grown up all the kids are getting. Quinn is 18 now, out of school, playing hockey and deciding what direction to go in the future. Callum is 14, almost 6' tall, in Grade 9...next year is high school. There have been many sad times over the years and many, many happy times too. I recently read 'Proof of Heaven' the other day, it made me feel even more sure that you and all the other angels are in a very good place, better than here on earth and surrounded by love, always. I really hope we get to meet in Heaven, I know we would be such great friends :-)
Love you lots, Tracey xoxox <traceyeh639@gmail.com>
Calgary, - Friday, September 20, 2013 6:23 PM CDT

Love you Bugs! xoxoxo Missing you bunches!

Always,
Your Shanny
Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Saturday, May 25, 2013 3:31 PM CDT

Happy 14th Birthday, precious angel farmer boy! You know, I never realized until today that you are exactly one year older than another cancer warrior I have followed for many years, Katia Ladybug! Katia turns 13 today, she has beat her AML but wages a daily battle with her GVHD. If there is anything you can do to help her out with that, please do. I think this must be a very special day to be born, because you are both such special children. I bet you are very busy driving tractors all over that heavenly place! I will be lighting candles to honor your birthday today and send big hugs out to Mom, Dad, Charlie, Bella and Shanny xoxo
Love Tracey <Traceyeh639@gmail.com>
Calgary, Ab Canada - Saturday, January 26, 2013 5:26 PM CST

Dear John Russell, surely the cutest farmer in Heaven....I thought about you many times today and spoke your name to many......remembered how I found out on the 22nd via this website that you had gone on to the top of the mountain, I was so very heartbroken. Today was a day filled with your sunshine and the gorgeous shades of gold and red and when I think of you, I smile. I'll never forget you, much love, Tracey xoxoxo
Tracey <Traceyeh639@gmail.com>
Calgary, Ab Canada - Thursday, September 20, 2012 7:04 PM CDT

Happy Easter Bugs! xoxo - Shanny
Shanny
EP, MN - Sunday, April 8, 2012 0:31 AM CDT

John Russell- I think about you often & keep your picture in my room. It's my favorite black & white photo of you in a sweater & while you were only a toddler at the time your face was so handsome & grown up. Every September I can't believe that another year has passed. It is because of you that I work for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to help find the cure for blood cancers in children. You are in my heart forever! Love Always
Roberta Fisher
CA USA - Sunday, February 12, 2012 4:04 AM CST

Hi Big Boy!!
It's Aunt Mimi. Although I haven't written in a while, does not mean I don't think about you. It's hard to believe you would be 13. I wonder if you would be as tall as your cousin Lubby. I'll bet you would be. Thanks for the strength you give me when I pray to you. It always works. I know you were the angel watching over Lexie a week ago-thanks for that ;) I miss you more than you know. Love you all the way to heaven and back!
Aunt Mimi <mimimmorrison@aol.com>
Prior Lake, MN USA - Monday, January 30, 2012 5:48 PM CST

Thinking of you always John Russell. Saw the most beautiful, big, bright, green John Deere tractor sitting in the field yesterday with the sun rays shining right over it...thought of you as I drove past it. You continue to send many gifts from above and your light shines so amazingly bright around us.

Always,
Shanny xoxo
Shanny
MN - Thursday, August 18, 2011 11:53 PM CDT

Happy 12th Birthday in Heaven, John Russell!!! I was telling Shanny, you will be needing a much bigger tractor this year :-) She said the sun was shining so brightly today in MN and guess what? It was shining crazy bright here in Calgary too, Quinn and I both mentioned how we wished we had brought our sunglasses as we headed out in the truck today. It hasn't been sunny here in forever, I bet you had something to do with that ;-) You are so loved and so missed, I hope we'll all meet one day in Heaven. Bestest Birthday Wishes, little buddy xoxoxo
Tracey xoxo <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, AB, - Wednesday, January 26, 2011 11:54 PM CST

Thinking of you today on your angel day. Missing you more than words can say. I love you bunches.

Forever,
Your Shanny xoxo
Shanny
EP, MN - Monday, September 20, 2010 2:15 PM CDT

Missing you bunches Bugs! Shanny sure enjoyed the gift of bright light sun rays you sent today. Sending love and peace your way. Love you angel.

Always,
Shanny
shanny
Eden Prairie, MN - Sunday, May 16, 2010 9:32 PM CDT

Happy Birthday (yesterday) John Russell! I bet you are having one heavenly birthday celebration of your spirit! We love you and miss you so you much. I wore my special JRL charm bracelet yesterday in honor of your special day. Continue to shine down on us all...forever and always. Love you so much and happy, happy, happy birthday bugga boy!

Love Always,
Your Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
mn - Wednesday, January 27, 2010 7:03 PM CST

Just thinking of your family today. Sending love and prayers.
natalie martin-rak <natalie.rak@hotmail.com>
winter garden, fl - Sunday, December 27, 2009 4:25 PM CST

Oh boy Bugs, did I ever find a fun little bday gift for you. Sending down to the farm for grandma and grandpa to hang on your special tree near your resting place. Keep an open eye in Jan. for it. Are you getting ready for Christmas? I bet your heavenly Christmas is amazing! I have some white and Ford tractor blue Christmas lights out on my trees. Hope you enjoy the bright beautiful lights. Much love, light and peace sent to you this Christmas, love Bug. xoxo

Always,
Shanny

Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
EP, MN - Saturday, December 19, 2009 5:02 PM CST

Happy Thanksgiving Bug Boy! We have a lot to be thankful for...I'm so thankful for being a part of your life. You have shared many life lessons with me and continue to shine those lessons from above.

Forever grateful for your life footprint on my heart.

Always,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Thursday, November 26, 2009 8:06 PM CST

Love you love bug! Miss you more than words can say.

Forever-
Your Friend Shanny
Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Saturday, October 17, 2009 6:38 PM CDT

REQUESING GUEST OF LINDA ROSE
doyle hickerson <DBHICKERSON@AOL.COM>
AUSTIN, TX USA - Thursday, August 6, 2009 8:11 PM CDT

Happy Earth Day Bugs! Keep sending your precious gifts to our earth- your vibrant sun rays, white feathers,wind kisses, peacefullness and love.

Miss you!
Love You,
Shanny
xoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Wednesday, April 22, 2009 8:55 PM CDT

Happy Easter love bug! Thinking of you today- I bet the bunny stopped by and left you some pretty cool Easter stuff. Sure am missing you...forever and always.

Love,
Shanny xoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
EP, MN - Sunday, April 12, 2009 6:52 PM CDT

Happy 10th Birthday John Russell! I bet you are having quite the tractor party up on your heavenly farm. Did you go for a Case IH or John Deere party? I felt the sunshine on my shoulders for the few min. the sun decided to peek out today. Sending so much love and energy to you on your special birthday today. Your spirit shines so bright over us all. We miss you more than words can say. So badly wishing I was joining you at your special birthday party today. Hope you have a very special day--I know i'm forever blessed that you came into my life and so grateful for your "birth" day.

Love you for always and ever-
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Monday, January 26, 2009 11:10 PM CST

Someone's big birthday is coming up- Jan. 26th! Sending lots of love up to you. Bet you are gearing up for your big birthday party on your heavenly farm.

Love you,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Friday, January 16, 2009 10:01 PM CST

Hello Farmer John Russell!

How are things going on your heavenly farm? I bet you are very busy getting ready for Christmas, getting the tree up and the presents ready...I bet you have presents ready to send down to Mom,Dad,Charlie, Bella, Shanny and many more too...I know you will be all around them. Merry Christmas, sweet angel!
So, we finally made it to MN this summer! We had SO MUCH FUN at the lake, I have to get some photos out to Shanny to see. We also had a great time at the Mall of America and I even got to speak with Shanny on my cell phone but we didn't get to see each other this time, but it was great talking with her....one day! I was eyeballing that Bath & Body Works store while I was talking to Shanny and after I was off the phone, I headed right on over....what a treat, as we don't have that store in Canada :-)
Well, I see that Shanny is still spending lots of time with her Jon, hmmmm, could be serious? ;-) I've seen a photo of him and he sure looks like a 'keeper'!
Aunty Kary and family are going to be in MN for Christmas this year to be with Uncle Joel's family, so we are having our Christmas with them this coming weekend on the 20th. Even though it's been -40C with the windchill the last few days, the lake is sadly not frozen over enough for our special Christmas hockey on the lake, the boys will be disappointed but I am sure that in another week or two, we will be able to get out there. On Christmas day, we will be at our good friend's house, the Henderson's and they have a big backyard rink, so you know the game will be on!!
Well, I have to get going now but I want you to know that I was thinking of you lots and I am sorry I missed your angel day back in September, but you are always in my heart.

Love Tracey and family xoxo <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary , - Tuesday, December 16, 2008 11:08 AM CST

I love you! I feel your spirit all around me--especially through the sun rays shining down. xoxo-Shanny PS- look for me in the clouds Thurs morning...I'll be flying high through the sky on a big jet plane.
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
EP, MN - Tuesday, October 28, 2008 5:56 PM CDT

Thinking of you on your angel day lovebug. I'm wearing my special John Russell charm bracelet today. Love you, Shanny
shanny
Eden Prairie, MN - Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:31 AM CDT

We are much in prayer for Liam and Belle and trust that all went well during and after the surgeries. This message is for Liam Fisher's family.
Harris and Virginia Campbell <ginnharris@earthlink.net>
Simpsonville, SC USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2008 9:05 PM CDT

Hi Bugaloo,
How are you? You have been sending special treasures like crazy. My heart sinks everytime Jon and I drive up to the cabin and pass the many John Deere, Case IH and other tractors- I saw a farmall and it reminded me of the cool model tractors grampa and gram gave you. I just cant even believe how long its been since I heard your laugh. Your angel day is coming up very soon...we all miss you more than words can say. Your light shines within us and we hope we can shine your light on others as we walk through this journey of life.

Shanny met one of Jon's friends last month and guess what he does- he's in sales..guess what he sells...tractors! I have a hunch you may have gone down that path yourself...

Missing you more than words can say. Heart to heart forever.

Love you for always,
Your Shanny
xoxo

PS- keep a watchful eye and rest a wing over the farm.
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 6:51 PM CDT

I think so often about Anna and when I do I think about all the other grieving parents I know and lift us all in prayer. We so need our Lord's comfort, peace and encouragement. I pray you are held closely in His arms as John's Homegoing anniversary approaches.

"I send my weary heart to all; Who shed those tears of pain; With caring tears from my own eyes; my message to you will be; my friend, I pray for thee." (from the poem "I Pray for Thee" , in the collection of prose and poems "If I Could. . .", all by Paul McCutcheon, oldguy05@hughes.net

Yolanda Rogers, Mom to Anna <weloveanna@embarqmail.com>
Alt Springs, FL USA - Monday, September 1, 2008 6:53 PM CDT

Hi Bugs,
How are you? I had the opportunity to talk to your good guestbook friend, Tracey from Canada! She is so sweet. Her family was making a quick trip through Minneapolis. You sure are lucky to have such a great friend!

How is your heavenly farm? Jon lives in Lakeville and I see more John Deere tractors on my drive out this way. I think of you so much, Bugs! I heard miss princess Bella was a beautiful flower girl at your cousin's wedding. I can only imagine what Chi looked like in his pinstripe suit- dressed to the nines.

I bet you are flying high through the clouds. Heart to heart forever Bugga boy. Send your love to the farm.

Love you,
Your Shanny
shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
eden prairie, mn - Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:07 PM CDT

Hey there! It's Laura, just checking in to say, "hello." I'll never forget your precious baby.
www.caringbridge.org/ca/coltonmeyer
ca - Sunday, July 20, 2008 8:18 PM CDT

Hello Buggy,

Mommy is missing, missing and missing you.....

Your best friend Shanny has sure been sending you messages. We were just laughing about how Shanny got you to eat bananas.... wasn't she silly that day? I think Shanny would have done anything to help you and she did, didn't she?

You are keeping a close wing on Charlie and Bella, I know they are keeping you on the run and very busy. I see you smiling over them and casting a light about them that is illuminating. They miss you too.

Well, you started a whirlwind of change in your powerful and short time here with us. You have and continue now to help hundreds of people with the information you led us to on your journey. Adults and children both have found and regained true health because of you. Someday we will have your website up and running and be able to help more. In the meantime keep dropping those feathers at the feet of those that need it most.

Our thanks to all of your Caring Bridge friends that continue to send messages and remember you - we do appreciate their thoughts, notes and love.

I love you for all time and miss you for eternity
Mommy
- Wednesday, June 25, 2008 0:00 AM CDT

Hello, little buddy. I don't know you, but I'm hoping the best for you and your family!!! I'm taking it that you like John Deere stuff? I do, too!! I will be 15 in five months and I plan on having a John Deere party. I guess no matter how old you get, you can never have too much fun! Remember to pray and never forget that God is always listening!!!(And watching over you)
Brittany <garybryantrucking@yahoo.com>
US - Sunday, June 1, 2008 5:37 PM CDT

Hi John Russell!

You have been popping into my head a lot lately and I thought I would just drop by to say HI! How is that heavenly farm going? Are you keeping a close eye on Bella and Charlie? I bet you are, and sending lots of gifts for Mommy and Daddy too, I am sure :-) Well, I will have to email Shanny and give her the 'update' on the boys....keep having fun driving all those tractors!
Lots of love,
Tracey xox
Tracey and the boys xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, Ab, - Sunday, May 4, 2008 2:39 PM CDT

Hey there! Just want you to know you are not forgotten. Love you, Laura
www.caringbridge.org/ca/coltonmeyer
ca - Monday, February 4, 2008 11:15 PM CST

Someone's birthday is coming up....and I think...it's yours!! :) Jan. 26th is right around the bend. I'm certain you will be having quite the tractor party up there on your heavenly farm.

Love,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Monday, January 14, 2008 10:32 PM CST

Merry Christmas! Sending love and treasures up to your heavenly farm today!

Love you!
Forever,
Shanny
Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Monday, December 24, 2007 3:30 PM CST

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Love, Colton's family

www.caringbridge.org/ca/coltonmeyer
Laura
ca - Saturday, December 15, 2007 0:12 AM CST

Happy Thanksgiving Bug boy! Sending love up to you.

Forever,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Thursday, November 22, 2007 10:21 AM CST

Happy birthday to your sister Bella today! I bet you sent her the best present of all....continue to shine on her soul bug boy!

Love you!
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Wednesday, November 7, 2007 10:18 PM CST

Just thinking of you all today.
Natalie Martin-Rak <natalie.rak@hotmail.com>
st. augustine, FL - Saturday, September 22, 2007 2:17 PM CDT

Thinking of you all the time. Even when day to day life throws a curve ball, you are in my thoughts. When I think life is just too hard, you are in my thoughts, your strength and courage, they are always in my thoughts.

I cannot believe 5 years have gone by.

Until next time,

Steph <stephee44@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, September 20, 2007 3:32 PM CDT

Thinking of you and John as his Homegoing anniversary approaches. May you continue to know our Lord's comfort, peace and hope.
Yolanda, Mom to Anna <weloveanna@earthlink.net>
Alt Spgs, FL USA - Sunday, September 16, 2007 8:53 PM CDT

Thinking of you so much especially as we come close to your angel day; Sept. 20th. Miss you more than words can say. I sure have a cool surprise coming up to the heavens...just wait, will be sending up Sept 20th. I am sure your heavenly farm is filled with fall goodies! Are you getting ready for Halloween Bugs? Boy, I bet you have the heavenly farm decorated in a big way....just like mommy does with the house, lawn and healing house.

We miss you so much Bugs....so much. Sending my love up to you--be sure to watchout for your special surprise. It's going to be way cool.

Love you,
Shanny xoxo
Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Thursday, September 13, 2007 10:25 PM CDT

Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.
(Psalm 8:2)
Edie Kennard <wish_i_had_a_dollar@yahoo.com>
St. James, MO USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2007 2:49 PM CDT

Happy Birthday to mom!! I bet you sent her some incredible gifts today....Love you!

Always,
Shanny xoxo
Shan <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Tuesday, August 21, 2007 10:47 PM CDT

Wishing you a sunny day bugs. You have been sending treasures like crazy- from John Deere tractors to beautiful sun rays!

Thinking of you!

Love,
Shan
Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Friday, June 15, 2007 6:51 PM CDT

Happy Easter Bugs! Sending Easter love up to you! Happy egg hunting!

Love,
Shanny
xoxo
shan <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Friday, April 6, 2007 5:26 PM CDT

Hi Bugs,
Shan is thinking of you....sending sun rays and love up to you!

Forever,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Monday, March 26, 2007 10:18 PM CDT

Happy Valentine's Day big boy! Shanny will be flying through the clouds soon on her way to Philly to visit Chi adn Bella! I'll be flying high with you- I love you!

Hearts, hugs and kisses,
Shan
shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
eden prairie, mn - Wednesday, February 14, 2007 10:38 PM CST

Happy 8th Birthday John Russell!!!!! Wow, what a big day! What are you doing on this fine day? You sure are sending the sun rays today- they are the brightest, boldest rays! I'm sure you're having one grand heavenly party! We miss your earthly body but know your spirit lives within our hearts. Continue to shine, teach and guide us through this journey of life.

I love you!

Happy Birthday!
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Friday, January 26, 2007 5:49 PM CST

Holding you close in prayer as John Russell's birthday approaches. We know our pain never really goes away, and resurfaces with renewed strength tearing us apart with those same memories that hold us together. Receive warm, knowing hugs from one who knows you pain.

Yolanda, Mom to Anna <weloveanna@earthlink.net>
FL USA - Thursday, January 25, 2007 7:25 PM CST

Are you getting your heavenly farm ready for your big birthday party on Jan. 26th?!

We love you! Shanny went to a nice childhood cancer tree lighting ceremony. They did such a beautiful job honoring you through a tree dedication and a picture during the slide show. You're a gem buddy. We love you so so so much!

Forever,
Your buddy- Shanny xoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Friday, January 19, 2007 8:07 PM CST

Merry Christmas John Russell!

Love you,
Shanny
xoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Friday, December 22, 2006 10:28 PM CST

Hi Bugs,
Shan has been thinking about you a lot! Miss Bella and Prince Charles are getting so excited for Christmas! I'm sure your heavenly farm is decorated nicely for Christmas! Mommy and daddy have blue lights on your little Christmas tree. They sure shine bright! Well, Shanny made the big move to Minnesota. I miss Charlie and Bella so much! I'm looking forward to seeing them soon! Be sure to leave Santa some treats and set some carrots out or his reindeer. Wishing you a very, merry, heavenly Christmas!

Love You,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Saturday, December 16, 2006 6:48 PM CST

Hi Bugs,
Well, your sister turned 3 yrs old! WOW She had quite a birthday! Everyone is doing well..Charlie has been a busy guy with school. Hope all is well on your heavenly farm! We think about you each and every day!

Miss You- Love,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@Hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Monday, November 20, 2006 8:17 PM CST

Thanks for touchin so many hearts John Russell!
Gavin Miller (Shannon Millers brother) <EpHockey17@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN US - Sunday, October 22, 2006 7:29 PM CDT

I just wanted your family to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers
Kristina Glidewell <Kristina_1409@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, September 27, 2006 8:19 AM CDT

Thinking of you always and missing you more than words can say....

Love,
Shanny
Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, September 20, 2006 9:25 PM CDT

Our Anna went Home 9 years ago this past May. My pain is still as sharp, except now it's buried deeper. My tears are just as fresh, except now they stream on the inside. Nevertheless, they both stand just as alert as ever; the pain and the tears poised, ready to spring out when triggered by just about anything. Praise God that by His grace our great grief and sorrow is not one of hopelessness! May the precious thought of holding John Russell again lift and encourage your hearts as his Homegoing anniversary approaches.

In His Love,
Yolanda Rogers
http://www.galatians5.com

Mom to Anna
Alt Spgs, FL USA - Tuesday, September 19, 2006 5:19 PM CDT

Hi John Russell,
It's been way too long since I've checked in. But you are ALWAYS on my mind. Right now the butterflies are all over the place here in Iowa as they start making their way south, so as I see them eating out of the flowers, I just look up and smile.

I had the privilage of spending time with your family this summer in Jackson Hole, Wy and it was amazing to see how your brother and sister have grown. Charlie is such a little man and Bella, well, lets just say your parents have their work cut out for them. hahaha. She is a delight. Charlie, so handsome. It was great seeing your mom and dad too. I hope to see them soon on Non-business meeting. That would be a joy.
I'll be in flying to Italy next week, and I'll be looking up to the sky thinking of you. I can't believe how the time has gone by.

Until next time
Stephanie <vwmom40@mchsi.com>
- Thursday, September 14, 2006 12:12 AM CDT

Hi Bugs,
How are you? Shanny was reminded of you yesterday while produce shopping at this little farm market. They had little Case IH & John Deere tractors & accessories. They also had a real John Deere tractor out in the field. I'm sure you would have LOVED this little market. Well, that brother Charlie starts his first day of full day Kindergarten on Tuesday! WOW Can you believe it?! Big girl Bella starts school too! I'm sure you will be flying high above them both on their very first days of school. Thinking of you each and every day.

Lots of Love,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Sunday, September 3, 2006 3:58 PM CDT

It's been a long time since I stopped by.. just busy with life- I know, no excuse. I hope the family is doing well. Take care (Hi, Shannon!)

Love, Colton and family
www.caringbridge.org/ca/coltonmeyer
- Thursday, August 10, 2006 1:27 AM CDT

We miss you so much Bugs! I heard mommy, daddy, Chi & Bella had a real nice time visiting everyone in Iowa!Daddy even celebrated a birthday while in Minnesota- Happy Birthday Dad!!! That mommy's bday is coming up real soon. I'm sure you are sending them the greatest of treasures on their special days! It sounds like the crew had a nice time playing with you each and everyday out on the farm in Iowa! Mommy said you have 14 toy tractors at your special resting site? WOW tractor man!! Mommy also said you left an apple for them each and every day- did you shake it from the crab apple tree above you? Sounds like Bella brought some zip & vinager down to Iowa- I'm sure she kept everyone quite busy as any typical 2.5 yr old would :) Belle is so proud of herself- she is potty trained! Ahhhwhooohoo big girl! Go Belly!!! Charlie is the big man starting full day kindergarten real soon. I'm sure he will have a great time!

We miss you bugga boy! Lots of love to you!

Forever,
Your Shanny
xoxoxoxoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Tuesday, August 8, 2006 9:10 PM CDT

Hi Bugs!
Well, Shanny will be flying high through the sky with you on Friday...keep your eyes open for me. I will be on my way to Chicago.

That sure was fantastic to hear from our friend Tracey! That was so nice of her to check in. It sure sounds like she and the boys are keeping busy this summer. Shanny hopes to someday meet up with her and her family while in Minnesota. Hopefully we can time it right!

Bella and Charlie are doing very well! They are looking forward to visiting you in Iowa! You be sure to let that sun shine right down on them. Daddy has a birthday coming up! Happy Birthday Dad!!!!!!! I am sure you will be sending him many special treasures.

Buggy, Shanny needs you to round up all of your angel friends, Toireasa, Alex, Bobby and everyone else...we need all of you to send your super power energy to Ryan Shuman- he lives back in your old hometown of Eden Prairie, MN. He needs some super power strength sent his way. (www.caringbridge.org/mn/ryanshuman)

Thinking of you each and every day. We love you so much and miss you more than words can say.

Forever,
Your Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Wednesday, July 19, 2006 12:00 AM CDT

Hello John Russell!

You popped into my head tonight, so I had to come by and say HI and check up on Shanny's updates :-) I see that Charlie and Bella are keeping very busy, which is wonderful. I am sure you are just as busy in your heavenly home and keeping a close eye on your brother, sister, Mommy, Daddy, Shanny and grandparents too.
I am sorry I missed your special birthday, I am just going to take a quick look back in my daytimer to see what was going on around that time....I see that we had Quinn's birthday party (he turned 11) the very day after yours (his actual birthdate is Jan 13...we went out that night to a lovely lobster dinner, then on to a Roughnecks Lacrosse match at the Saddledome). This year, we went to the Roller rink, the boys all had such fun. The next day was very busy, with hockey practice at 8:45 am, followed by a birthday party for our friend Rhys, followed by a birthday dinner at Prego's for my sister Nicki and it was also the day that sweet Tyler Wilson took his wings to Heaven, two years ago. Next year, we will be in Maui/Kauai on your birthday,(for my little sisters wedding!) so I will be sure to write your birthday message in the sand :-)
Well, I was so hoping to make it to Minnesota this summer and possibly seeing Shanny there, but now we are not going...Aunty Kary has the summer place just booked up full for the summer and cousin Ben would have been away at camp that week anyway, so we have decided to camp around Alberta and do some work on the home and garden. Maybe one day, instead of going to Jackson Hole, everyone will want to come out to Banff instead! :-)
Quinn and Callum are getting big and tall, still so very blonde! They are currently in basketball camp all this week and loving it. There is a WONDERFUL church group up from Louisiana who are putting it on, we love their southern accents and they are so great with all the children. I bet Charlie is getting very good at making hoops, especially with some of your help. You are the best brother ever. That is all our news for now, keep sending all your special gifts, we love you,
Tracey and family xoxo HAB <traceyhewison@shaw.ca>
Calgary, - Thursday, July 13, 2006 0:30 AM CDT

Happy 4th of July John Russell! Did you decorate your heavenly farm in red, white and blue? I am sure you are having quite the celebration! Well, mommy, daddy, Bella, Charlie & Shanny made a fantastic trip to Jackson Hole, WY 2 weeks ago! It was so much fun. It was absolutly breathtaking. We could sure hear you loud and clear, we found many heart shaped stones! You were certainly dancing around us and in our hearts. We had a nice time, mommy & dadddy did some hiking and fly fishing, we did biking, swimming, relaxing in the hot tub and just enjoyed what nature and life had to offer in Jackson Hole. I imagine heaven resembles much of the look and feel Jackson Hole offers. We miss you and love you so much!

Forever and always,
Shanny
xoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Tuesday, July 4, 2006 1:10 PM CDT

Hi Bugs!
Miss Bella had her dance recital last night. She looked just way too cute in her little white "going to the chapel" costume. She and the gang went out to dinner to celebrate afterwards. It was a very nice night out. She LOVED getting flowers afterwards! Charlie is doing very well. He had his art gallery last week at his school. He did such a nice job on his art. He is moving on up into the big Kindergarten! He will be going to a full day of school next year- wow! Pretty big stuff!

We hope all is well up on your heavenly farm. I am sure you are out crusing through the sunshine on your red Case IH tractors! We all miss you so much Bugga boy and love you more than words can say.

Forever- your "bestest buddy",
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Saturday, June 10, 2006 3:57 PM CDT

Hi Bugs!
Shanny and Bella spent the weekend having lots of fun! We made our way to 2 local gardens, saw the Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, dinned out at a fabulous sushi restaurant, painted flower pots and played at a pretty fun park. Such a fun girls weekend. I know you were flying high with us. I am sure you were also flying high over Charlie last weekend while he went to New York City to see the Lion King! Quite a powerful message about the circle of life. It seems like yesterday when you and I would play down in the playroom with the Lion King song playing on the cd player. We miss you so much and think about you each and every moment of each and every day! Loving you more than words can say.

Forever,
Your bestest buddy- Shanny xoxo
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Monday, May 22, 2006 9:22 PM CDT

Hello Buggy,
Great Grandma is doing soooo much better, thank you for watching over her.

We saw your messages on our hike last week, did you see ours to you right at the top of the mountain?

Your healing house has a new coat of paint on it and the arbor has been repaired to your satisfaction I assume! Of course that little sister of yours had to do her own decorating of the new paint job with those markers.... I know you were giving her a major angel kick in the tushky!!! She seemed to have remorse after Charlie and Mommy told what you would think of it she did say "shame on me..." oh she can be a little stinker. But everytime I see her eyes dance and her smile ignite, I see your light shine through her and know you sent her with special love and extra-ordinary light.

Did you catch Charlie's two power baskets in his new hoop? He worked very hard and needed that boost that suddenly came to him!?

We feel you and see your messages and miss you every single moment of our days and nights. We will never forget all that you taught us and so many that you have since helped with all you showed us.

I love you for always Buggy
Mommy
- Monday, April 24, 2006 8:17 PM CDT

Happy Easter John Russell! I'm sure you are having quite the egg hunt on your heavenly farm! Do you have John Deere green and yellow eggs hidden all over? Did you leave some nice, crunchy carrots out for the bunny? Sending lots of love your way bugga boy!

Love you for always,
Shanny

Shannon <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Eden Prairie, MN - Sunday, April 16, 2006 3:20 PM CDT

Bug boy you keep an eye over great grandma...she needs some super power energy sent her way. Thinking of you- will write soon.

Forever & Always- Love,
Shanny
shannm07@hotmail.com <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Wednesday, March 29, 2006 6:39 PM CST

You will never be forgotten, Laura
www.caringbridge.org/ca/coltonmeyer
ca - Friday, March 10, 2006 10:39 PM CST

Love you bug boy! Thinking of you each and every day...

Forever,
Your Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Tuesday, March 7, 2006 7:20 PM CST

Hi Bugs,
Well, Chi sure had a great 5th birthday! His party theme was treasure hunt- and boy was it a fun treasure hunt! He had loads of fun! Charlie was so excited at the amount of books he received...this year in lieu of gifts, he asked for children's books. He and daddy are going to a school near daddy's work to donate the books. Grampa Russ flew in for the big birthday fun and mommy put him to work doing what he does best....decorating! Go grampa! Bella helped add her finishing touches with the balloons. Mommy, nanna & toma prepared fresh fruit skewers for the gang and lots of other yummy stuff. You sure were shining bright over Charlie on his special day. Did you happen to get all of the great balloons we sent up to you on your birthday? I am sure you have them tied up next to your heavenly farm house. We love you so much and miss you a TON. Sending all of our love, prayers and light your way.

Forever- your "bestest buddy"
Shannon xoxoxoxox
Shanny <shannm07@Hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Monday, February 20, 2006 6:46 PM CST

Happy Birthday John Russell!!!!!!!!!
I cannot believe #7 this year. I'm sorry I missed signing in on your special day. I was skiing in Mammoth Lakes and Im sure you were there. It was a little cold for butterflies this time, as I am ususlly there in March. But we did come across a few feathers, one was in a tree as I was heading down the mountain and taking a break,I looked into this pine tree and there it was. You were the first thought to come into my head. It gave me a little smile and strength to get down that mountain. My sister thought I was ready for the TOP of the mountain. I resisted and told her "no way, 12000 feet, forget it, I'm not ready"!! But I made it. I just let the fear go and away I went. Bliss. I know you and my grandpa were riding on my shoulders. Thanks for that.
Now Charlie is having a birthday. WOW!!!! I'm sure you'll be joining in on the festivies in your special way.

Until next time,
Stephanie <vwmom40@mchsi.com>
- Wednesday, February 1, 2006 1:04 PM CST

Hi Bugs,
Wow, you sure had quite a birthday. You got a super huge bundle full of balloons from aunt Pepper, Craig, Sammi & Kayla. We pulled three special balloons from the bundle and brought them up to your bedroom. Chi and Bella tied them in your room and sang happy birthday to you (3 times!). Then we got 3 balloons and let them off at night. It was as if you opened the sky up right over the house- the stars were EVERYWHERE, it was truly amazing! The many stars were shining so bright directly over the front driveway but when we looked around the neighborhood you didnt see a star in the sky. It was just incredible! You sure sent us quite a gift! Then- after all the balloon excitement, Chi, Bella and I went in and made fresh fruit smoothies to celebrate. We are sure that you got your very special balloons just in time for your big heavenly 7th birthday party. Did you get our special messages on the balloons? They were sent with so much love.

Happy 7th Birthday angel boy!

Love,
Shanny
Shanny <shannm07@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE - Sunday, January 29, 2006 4:20 PM CST

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