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Hey...I haven't seen you in a while (or at least it feels like it). I can't believe your gonna be a freshman. eghh! j/k... you'll do great! Call me!
bye, my smartie,
*Your coolest neighbor* haha
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, April 10, 2006 5:48 PM CDT

Hello Garrett Girls!
I hope all is well for you. Can you believe it's Easter Week? What a wonderful time of year! I hope all of you have a blessed Easter "Holy-day". I hope Ashley and Tyler get lots of goodies from "the bunny"!!!! (I am going to see Dr. Floyd for the first time today. I hope he's prepared for a bad patient!) Happy Easter to all of you. I love you!
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, April 10, 2006 9:15 AM CDT

hello dear garrett family,
just a note to say hi and wish you the very best on upcoming check up!!!! post the good news asap.
bless you all,
kay haley
kay haley <kaymhaley@wmconnect.com>
millington, tn - Saturday, April 8, 2006 8:04 PM CDT

Hey Garrett family! Just wanted to send a note and tell you what a privilege it is to know you and to be able to hear how God is working in your life. Glad to hear all the good news!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Wednesday, March 29, 2006 8:28 AM CST

Hey Ash!!!
Wow! Congrats on making the NJHS. I am also in the NJHS but I was inducted last year. I hope you have an awesome weekend and a great rest of the school year.

Love ya,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, March 24, 2006 4:58 PM CST

ASHLEY I AM SO GLAD YOU ARE DOING GREAT. I KNOW SCHOOL IS HARD BUT YOU ARE DOING GREAT. I MISS YOU ALL A LOT BUT I KNOW YOU LOVE BEING HOME. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU WHEN YOU COME TO ST JUDE AGAIN. I LIKE THE PICTURE OF YOU AND YOUR BROTHER. TELL EVERYONE HELLO. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND CONGRATULATIONS ON APRIL 8 ITS ALMOST HERE. XOXOXOXOXO
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Friday, March 24, 2006 8:24 AM CST

Hey Miss Ashley!
What a treat to see your entry. I think we need a "Three Year Celebration". I hope you and Tyler had a great Spring Break. We took Rebecca to Disney World for her first time. She had a magical time. Other than being worn out, Phillip and I had a magical time too! I'm afraid it will take me a while to catch up on my beauty sleep! Tell your sweet Mom and Dad hello for me. I am so glad that things are going well. Congrats on the National Junior Honor Society! Beauty AND Brains! (I just can't believe you will be in high school!) Lots of hugs and kisses!!!!!!

Miss Melinda
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Sunday, March 19, 2006 8:18 PM CST

Ashley,
I am glad that everything is great with you. We still have you in our prayers. We are good too. Tell your folks hello.

Debbie Adams

va/madison <voladams @adelphia.net>
Norton, VA - Sunday, March 19, 2006 8:03 PM CST

Ashley & all your family,
What terrific news. We are so happy for you. I bet we will have to have a party at that five year mark. It sounds like you have a lot of good things going on - and keeping you so busy. We miss you and will try to make plans to get together sometime in the near future. Hope you had a great spring break!!
Love and happiness to you,
Shelley, Dorothy, Stephanie & Christine Smith.
Dorothy Smith <dasmithcpa@aol.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Friday, March 17, 2006 2:06 PM CST

YAY, an update! I am so grateful you are reaching the 3 year mark! What an accomplishment Ashley! I pray all continues to go well! You're going to do great at cheer tryouts, how could you not with that radiant smile of yours? But I love you so much and think of you more often than none! Give your mom a big hug for me!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Friday, March 17, 2006 1:08 PM CST

Hi Ashley. I am so very proud of you. You go girl!! I always knew God had great things in store for you. I miss all of you but are so grateful you don't have to be here every day. Tell your mom, dad and Tyler hello for me. See you all in April. Love ya all!!!!
Jana Freeman <jana.freeman@stjude.org>
Southaven, MS - Friday, March 17, 2006 7:04 AM CST

Dear Ashley, so wonderful to get an update! I was beginning to think the Garrett family had skipped down!!! :O)
CONGRATULATIONS on the honor society.....and next will be the excellent check up and another year of cheerleading!!!! God and life are so good.
Bless your heart and your life!!!
Much love,
Kay Haley
Kay Haley <kaymhaley@wmconnect.com>
Millington, Tn - Friday, March 17, 2006 6:43 AM CST

Happy Belated Birthday Ashley! I'm glad to hear you are doing so well! Have a wonderful day!
Samantha Beverage <samantha.beverage@stjude.org>
- Tuesday, February 28, 2006 1:24 AM CST

HELLO MOM AND ASHLEY I AM GLAD ASHLEY CELEBRATED HER 14TH BIRTHDAY. HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY. ASHLEY YOU LOOKS WONDERFUL AND DAD YOU SCARED ME WITH THE COSTUME. I MISS YOU ALL TERRIBLY BUT I KNOW YOU RATHER BE HOME THAN HERE. I JUST WANTED YOU ALL TO KNOW I THINK OF YOU OFTEN. TAKE CARE AND KNOW YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS XOXOXOXO
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Monday, February 6, 2006 11:02 AM CST

Hello sweet Princess!!!! HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!!! I can't believe you're 14!!! Agh, in 2 years you'll be driving... technically in a year but don't remind your sweet mother of that! She'll kill me for mentioning it! Smile. Yes, Melinda is very right... I'm knee deep in wedding plans but I still have time for a great get together! So let me know!!! I hope school is going well this semester! Yay... for clear scans! I'm still praying for you continously!! You are such a beautiful angel!! Give your sweet mother a big hug for me!! Love you doll! P.S. I need you guys' address so I can send you a wedding invitation later on!!!! ;-)
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, January 22, 2006 8:32 PM CST

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Hey Girl,
Your dad told me at church that you felt sick today.
I hope you feel better. Thanks for the opinion about the dress yesterday.
Love Ya,
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Your *Amazing* neighbor, Rebecca
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, January 22, 2006 4:44 PM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEET PRINCESS! My dad had an appointment with your dad yesterday and he told us about your party! I hope it was big fun!!!! I just can't believe you are 14! God bless you sweetie. Have a great weekend and hug your mom for me!

Love,
Miss Melinda

P.S. Dare I mention that we need to plan a get-together???? Will we ever find a good day? I saw Lauren a few weeks ago and she is knee-deep in wedding plans. Can you believe it?
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, January 21, 2006 9:47 AM CST

Happy Birthday Ashley. Sorry it's a day late. Just think, next year you will get your permit to drive. Life is so great. I hope you have a wonderful weekend. Tell your mom we need birthday pictures posted.

Trusting Him,
Dawn - mom to ^^Shae^^ & Mason

www.caringbridge.org/ms/shaepierce <dawnpierce@bankplus.net>
Hernando, MS - Friday, January 20, 2006 10:47 AM CST

Happy Birthday,Ashley!!!God is sooo good!!You are a beautiful young lady with such a sweet spirit and I just pray for you everyday,that your life will just be a testimony for the LORD!!!Your brother is certainly a hndsome guy,I know your parents are so proud of you two!!!Praying for wonderful things for you and your family in this new year!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Thursday, January 19, 2006 11:12 PM CST

Ashley/Donna
I check your website often and really am glad to know that things are going so good for you. I have known your Mom for 25 years and remember the day you were born. Keep up the school work and continue to be the sweet outgoing daughter I know you are. Our prayers are always with you and you are in our thoughts often. God Bless the Garrett Family.
Barbara Tetleton <btetleton@fredsinc.com>
Southaven, Ms USA - Tuesday, January 17, 2006 4:56 PM CST

Jimmy and I are so thankful and thrilled Ashley's scans were good. Praise be to God. Thank you for the updates. We pray 2006 will be the continuation of thanksgiving and blessings for each of you. You are always in our prayers.
Love to all,
Marilyn and Jimmy
Marilyn and Jimmy Aaron <aaronmkg@bellsouth.net>
Hernando, MS USA - Friday, January 13, 2006 0:21 AM CST

yeah ashley for clear scans! You and tyler are growing up so much...you are both looking more like "adults" everyday...your mom will love that comment (ha ha!) It's so good to hear updates and know you are all doing well and enjoying life. take care of yourself and tell your mom that i still haven't taken my decorations down either :)

Candice Duffy <candice.duffy@stjude.org>
Memphis, TN - Monday, January 9, 2006 4:24 AM CST

Prasing HIM tonite for Ashley's clear scans!!!I was glad to read an update and that things are going so well,I pray for Ashley daily along with quite a few other kids from St.Jude.Praying HIS blessings on you in 2006!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Saturday, January 7, 2006 10:09 PM CST

Praying for a happy and healthy 2006!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Saturday, January 7, 2006 10:18 AM CST

Hi! I've been reading your website for over a year. My daughter Lana had AML. She is thirteen months post treatment. She just had a checkup yesterday, and all is still well. I can sure relate to the feelings you described! It is great to see all of our old friends among the hospital staff (Lana had 179 nights at the hospital in 8-1/2 months), but it is SO emotional because of the memories and because of the bad news we learn about others each new visit. Thankfully, most of the patients we knew are no longer undergoing treatment, but this time there were three that we do know who aren't doing too well. Between survivor guilt and the knowlege that relapse is still possible, the emotions aren't fun. I feel like I have to keep giving the whole situation back to God, because I tend to forget to let Him carry it!
I'm glad Ashley is doing so well. I appreciate the way you keep up Ashley's site. I want to do the same with Lana's, because it seems like "good news" sites are too scarce in CB land. It helps a lot to see some success stories among the countless relapses and new diagnoses.
Love, Christine
Christine Kaeb (www.caringbridge.org/in/lana)
Francesville, IN - Friday, January 6, 2006 12:27 AM CST

We are so thankful for CLEAR SCANS!!!
What a great Christmas present! We return to St. Judes in a couple weeks for our daughters scans. I completely understand how you feel, but like you said, God is bigger, and His purposes are greater than ours. We just have to rest in Him, seek Him and Glorify Him in all we do. We�re moving to Memphis this summer, maybe we�ll bump into ya�ll at some point! God Bless!
Mark Horrocks
Bella's Caringbridge Site &
Habitat for Hope
support | serve | care <mark@habitatforhope.org>
Cape Coral soon to be Memphis, FL USA - Friday, January 6, 2006 6:36 AM CST

Hey
I'm soooo glad that you have clear scans!
CoNgRaTs!

!@#$%^&*()_Rebecca Alsup_()*&^%$#@!
Collierville, Tn USA - Thursday, January 5, 2006 4:21 PM CST

Here's to a perfectly healthy NEW YEAR! Just wanted to let you know that I read your latest journal entry. Glad to hear things are going so well for you! God Bless your entire family.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Thursday, January 5, 2006 12:41 AM CST

Happy New Year to the Garrett family. Ashley I do check your site every day but just haven't stopped to leave you a note. I'm sorry I missed seeing you all when you were here the week before Christmas. I was snowed under trying to get all my stuff done so I could be off a few days to visit my family. Thanks Donna for being so open and sharing what's in your heart. I expect nothing less from you and so appreciate your being honest. Tyler I am so proud of you and your accomplishments. Keep up the great work. Floyd, you are such a wonderful husband/daddy to keep them all together. I look forward to seeing you in April and will make a point to find you this time. I promise. Love to you all. Jana
Jana Freeman <jana.freeman@stjude.org>
- Thursday, January 5, 2006 9:47 AM CST

To the Garretts
What a wonderful praise report, more clear scans. I know you are so very blessed to have such a beautiful family. We are fortunate to have known you for all these years. Thought you might want to know "little Daniel" who was in your wedding (years ago) became engaged over the Christmas holidays. We were thrilled as he has been dating the same girl for 6 years and she is already like family. I am glad to hear of you enjoying your children, they really do grow up so fast.
Bobbi Blankenship <mblankenship2@midsouth.rr.com>
Southaven, MS - Wednesday, January 4, 2006 10:31 PM CST

Ashley,
Praise God for clear scans!!! You are in our prayers everyday. I am glad the new year has started off a clear year. We will be in Memphis on the 10th & 11th for MRI, Echo-EKG and blood work. I would love to see you all.

The Adams Family
va/madison <voladams@adelphia.net>
Norton, VA - Wednesday, January 4, 2006 8:43 PM CST

Finally an entry, and what a wonderful one it is! What a super way to start the year with such marvelous news of the clean scans!!! After giving thanks to the good Lord above...just enjoy each and every day to the fullest. Aren't we silly to waste our precious time worrying when we could be spending it enjoying the good times and turn our fears over to God? Trust me I know, cause I too have a tendency to worry a tad.....:O) But heck, we are only human! Again, I am so very happy to read the entry and rejoice in the wonderful news. The pictures are fabulous! By chance, was the last one of Ashley and her dahling dad? Major ha ha.
Love you much,
Kay Haley
kay haley <kaymhaley@walmartconnect.com>
millington, tn - Wednesday, January 4, 2006 7:22 PM CST

God is good, ALL the time. Praise God for clear scans. Way to go God.

Donna, it is so good to read an update. I love it when you and Ashley update. You both are so encouraging. I check on you all daily. Sorry for not signing in. No good excuse.

I pray that 2006 will continue to bring good health to your family.

Trusting Him,
Dawn - mom to ^^Shae^^, & Mason

www.caringbridge.org/ms/shaepierce <dawnpierce@bankplus.net>
Hernando, MS - Wednesday, January 4, 2006 2:29 PM CST

Hey other Garretts!!!!
I have never said that before but mom has!! Well I hope you have a great New Years and I hope you had a splendid Christmas. Talk to to you later!!
love ya,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, December 31, 2005 8:22 PM CST

Hello Garrett family,

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE ADAMS FAMILY. PLEASE TELL EVERYONE AT CHURCH MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM US. WE MISS YOU ALL. MAYBE WE CAN SEE YOU IN JAN WHEN MADI COMES FOR A CHECK UP.
LOVE,
THE ADAMS FAMILY
va/madison <voladams@adelphia.net>
Norton, VA - Thursday, December 22, 2005 9:39 PM CST

Hello Ashley and Garrett family - just checking up on you and wanted to wish everyone Merry Christmas. Still praying for you and think of you often! Tell the whole family hello and we will see you soon!!! Love ~~~ Penne'
Penne' Turner McMorrough <penne.mcmorrough@stjude.org>
- Wednesday, December 14, 2005 12:38 AM CST

Goooooo Saints!!!!
Great picture and you do the uniform proud!!!
The handsome hunk next to you 'ain't bad either! :O)
Love,
Kay Haley

kay haley <kaymhaley@walmartconnect.com>
millington, tn - Friday, November 25, 2005 6:26 PM CST

Glad to hear that school is going well, can't wait for the pictures!!
Dori <dparker12@midsouth.rr.com>
memphis, TN - Friday, November 25, 2005 10:34 AM CST

GREAT UPDATE FROM A LOVELY LADY!!!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU ALL.
XOX,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY <KAYMHALEY@WALMARTCONNECT.COM>
MILLINGTON, TN - Tuesday, November 22, 2005 7:26 AM CST

HELLO LOVELY MISS ASHLEY!
NOW LOVELY MS DONNA, HOW BOUT A "TURKEY DAY" UPDATE???
I MEAN, IT'S ONLY BEEN SINCE AUGUST WHEN YOU FILLED US IN ON YOU AND YOURS.....
:o)
YOUR FRIENDLY PEST,
K HALEY
KAY HALEY <KAYMHALEY@WALMART.CONNECT>
MILLINGTON, TN - Tuesday, November 15, 2005 6:56 PM CST

Hi there! Thinking of you and assuming "no news is good news" on your end. Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Thursday, November 10, 2005 7:41 PM CST

Garret Family - It has been a while since I last checked for updates and I am so glad to hear that your last visit went well.
Love -
The White's (Steve/Todd, Jenny, Kenzie & Katie) <jenny.white@servicemaster.com>
Arlington, tn usa - Tuesday, November 8, 2005 11:26 PM CST

Hello Garretts
It sure was good seeing you guys in August. Ashley you are turning into such a beautiful young lady, I hardly recognized you! I just wanted to let you know that we do check the site regularly and you are in our prayers daily. Not only for continued good reports on your healing but that so many will be touched by the witness you have all been through this situation. We miss you guys but our hearts are with you always!
Robin Kruzan <rkruzan@mchsi.com>
Jacksonville, Illinois - Tuesday, November 8, 2005 8:27 PM CST

Hello Garrett's,
I was thinking of you and wanted to say hi! Hope all is well. I'm sure that social calendar is quite full!!!!! Let's plan our lunch with Miss Lauren soon!
Lots of love,
Miss Melinda
Melinda WInchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, November 7, 2005 10:07 PM CST

I HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING FINE , I JUST WANTED YOU ALL TO KNOW I WAS THINKING OF YOU.ASHLEY I HOPE SCHOOL IS GOING WELL FOR YOU BUT I KNOW YOU ARE DOING GREAT IN SCHOOL. TELL DAD HELLO. I MISS YOU GUYS A LOT.GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND KNOW YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRYERS. TAKE CARE AND HAVE A LOVELY DAY. XOXOXO
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Tuesday, November 1, 2005 1:15 PM CST

Thinking of you! Hope all is well and that you are enjoying the beauty of fall!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Thursday, October 20, 2005 9:17 AM CDT

Just Hi and we were thinking about you.

Love,
The Adams Family
va/madison <voladams@adelphia.net>
Norton, Va - Tuesday, October 18, 2005 8:14 PM CDT

Hi Ashley and Family, It has been awhile since I checked this page and am so happy for you all. I'm sorry I have not been keeping up with you all and was so excited to read your Mom's notes. You and your Mom need to put this all in a book. I know it would help a lot of people. It helps me when I read how dedicated to God you all are. Your pictures are so GOOD and I love the one with you and Tyler. Tell everyone hi and I really miss seeing you all and I will try to do better keeping in touch. May God continue to bless you and your wonderful family. Love to all.
Helen Prewitt <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Mempis, TN Shelby - Saturday, October 15, 2005 9:36 PM CDT

You truely are a blessing from God. Keep smiling...many are praying for your good health!! God IS GOOD!!
Rochelle <ricks2@marshall.edu>
WV - Wednesday, October 5, 2005 4:34 PM CDT

Praise the Lord for clean scans!
Jennifer G from the prayer bears and ones who care <charay913@yahoo.com>
Bridgeport, Texas - Sunday, October 2, 2005 3:03 PM CDT

Hello Ashley. I am so happy to hear that you are doing so well. I lost the address of your web site for a long time, and just found it this morning. I did write you a very long time ago.It was after that, that I lost the address. I am your great aunt Kim. Your grandfather, Bill, is my brother,& your father & my daughter attended each others birthday parties when they were pre school age. You are a beautiful young lady Ashley, inside and out. I send lots of love to you and your family. Love, Aunt Kim
Kim Garrett <sunshine42day@aol.com >
Placentia, CA Orange - Wednesday, September 28, 2005 8:27 AM CDT

Glad to hear about your good report. My grand daughter has ALL and is also a St. Jude patient. She is 3. She also loves new messages so check on her from time to time! Your web page is nice!
Vicki Reed <treed@cddn.com>
- Monday, September 26, 2005 1:15 PM CDT

Hello Ms Ashley,
Hope all is going splendid with you and the family! If at all possible.....how about a pic of you in cheerleading uniform? I can picture the image but would much rather see a real one! I know you make your school proud!
Love you little Miss!
Your Friend,
Kay Haley
Kay Haley <kaymhaley@walmartconnect.com>
Millington, Tn - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 7:33 AM CDT

Hey Garrett family! Just wanted to drop you a note and let you know I was thinking about you. Hope everyone is doing well.
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Friday, September 16, 2005 1:45 PM CDT

Hi Ashley, I came upon your sight and read up on you.
I hope you are healing nicely from your procedure.
The way your mom writes make me laugh, I can totally picture it all happening and I don't even know you. I see my daughter! Savannah was dx with Osteo in Nov. 2000 and had a limb salvage that we have had redone a time or two. She had it in her right tibia. She continues to in remission. You can read up on her on her site, www.caringbridge.org/co/savannah
Dawna- mom to Savannah <theturmanzoo@msn.com or www.caringbridge.org/co/savannah>
Centennial, CO. - Sunday, September 11, 2005 0:56 AM CDT

HI ASHLEY, THIS IS MRS. CRYSTAL, I REALLY ENJOYED SEEING YOU AND THE FAMILY WHEN YOU WERE HERE AT ST JUDE. I AM SO HAPPY YOUR SCANS WERE GREAT AND YOU LOOKED BEAUTIFUL. I AM GLAD YOU ARE ENJOYING YOUR LIFE AND GOING TO SCHOOL AND HAVING FUN WITH YOUR FRIENDS. I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW I THINK OF YOU ALL OFTEN. TAKE CARE OF YOUR SELF AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. I LOVE THE ARTICLE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE TOO.XOXOXOXXOXOXOXO TAKE CARE
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Wednesday, September 7, 2005 2:22 PM CDT

Hello to all...just read and viewed the pictures on the Wright Medical article. Truly amazing!!! And what 2 beautiful ladies your both are and your home is gorgeous! I am sure many people have commented on what great heads of hair you both have!!!
Much love to an amazingly wonderful family!!!
Kay Haley
kay haley <kaymhaley@wmconnect.com>
millington, tn - Friday, September 2, 2005 8:14 AM CDT

Way to go Ashley! Good news!

Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Thursday, September 1, 2005 2:00 PM CDT

So glad to hear the great news!!GOD is just sooo good and I know HE hears our prayers for Ashley-That is evident!!!I was just overjoyed when I read the latest entry!!!Thank you for the wonderful update,hope Ashley just continues to be a big success story!!!Keeping Ashley and all her friends at the Jude in my prayers!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 11:02 PM CDT

Good Morning Garrett Family!! This is the other "Garrett" family!!
Sorry, we haven't visited your web page much this summer, but things have been truly upside down for our family. Our niece Ashley has come to live with us, and you would be surprised what one more person could do to your house!!....All joking aside....we are grateful that our niece is here, safe and sound....but we are so grateful to read your stories and get your updates!! Keep up the good works and faith....You are so beautiful! We love your pictures!!
Marie Garrett <beautiree@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 7:10 AM CDT

Ashley,
We praise God for your good report. We will never be able to send up enough praise for your and Madison's healing.
I hope school is going well for you this year.
Maybe we can see you all when we are back in Memphis. Madison has an appointment in January. That seems so far off but not really.

Love you,
The Adams family

va/madison <voladams@adelphia.net>
Norton, VA - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 5:58 AM CDT

Hi Ashley,
I'm a patient of your Dad's and have followed your progress here and through him when I go there (which is not as often as it should be). Your faith and that of your family is an incredible inspiration! In spite of all you've been through God has truly blessed you and all those whose lives you have touched. I have other friends whose children and grandchildren have been St Jude patients and God is working miracles there.
Jayn Lando <jaynlando@aol.com>
Cordova, TN - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 1:28 AM CDT

Hello Ashley,

I am a friend of your Mom's from Nashville and just wanted to let you know that I continue to keep up with your outstanding progress. I am so happy with your great reports, including the successful procedure to lengthen your leg. We do serve an awesome and mighty God and He is always with us. Also, very sorry to hear about "Buddy Pancakes." I know first hand that pets are a very special part of the family. Hopefully your fond memories of him will help ease your sorrow. We will continue to pray for you all. Love, Debbie
Debbie Pyle <deb_pyle@comcast.net>
Brentwood, TN USA - Tuesday, August 30, 2005 9:36 PM CDT

Ashley,
Your Mom does such a wonderful job of giving those updates. We are all so happy about your clear scans. The procedure for lengthening your leg was really quite a story. I can just imagine how the interview person looked stumbling out of the operating room. We are so sorry about Buddy. I hope that your memories of your beloved pet will always fill you with smiles. Hope that school is going great. Thinking of you and your family with special thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Shelley, Dorothy, Stephanie & Christine Smith
Dorothy & Shelley Smith <dasmithcpa@aol.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Tuesday, August 30, 2005 12:43 AM CDT

Hi Y'all,
Soooo happy to hear of the wonderful report on all scans and tests, and so very sorry about your 4-legged friend. Our pets become a part of the family and he knew you gave him the very best life possible while here on earth. And Donna, you are so nice and sweet to mention me in the last part of your update! I was shocked to say the least and very humbled by your graciousness. What a lovely lady you are.
Thanks again for the super update and looking forward to many more.
Your Friend,
Kay Haley
ps...i just became a grandmother for the first time on saturday and it is wonderful!!!!
Kay Haley <kaymhaley@wmart.connect.com>
Millington, Tn - Monday, August 29, 2005 8:09 AM CDT

Dear Ashley and Family,

Jimmy and I are so thrilled to hear your wonderful news.
We pray for you everyday. We are sad about your dog. Please always know we care. We love you all.
Marilyn and Jimmy Aaron <aaronmkg@bellsouth.net>
Hernando, MS USA - Sunday, August 28, 2005 7:04 PM CDT

Ashley and Family, I just read your journal entry and wanted to say hi! So very very glad to hear that you had great scans and that the tv coverage took place. What a great way to show the world what is going on at our St. Jude.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Sunday, August 28, 2005 5:15 PM CDT

What a wonderful POSITIVE update!!I'm overjoyed about all the great news you shared,I had been checking daily for an update and what a wonderful one we got!!!Congrats all around!!GOd is GOOD all the time!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Sunday, August 28, 2005 2:20 PM CDT

Princess Ashley,

God is Good, All the time. I am so excited about your CLEAR scans. What a walking miracle and testimony you are. I check on you often and pray that you remain cancer free.

Tell your mom and dad I said Hello. We should all plan to meet somewhere for dinner one night. I know that Mason would love you. He is a big flirt and loves to sit with pretty girls. Give us a call 901-413-7978.

Trusting Him
Dawn - ^^Shae^^ & Mason's mom

www.caringbridge.org/ms/shaepierce <dawnpierce@bankplus.net>
Hernando, MS - Sunday, August 28, 2005 9:20 AM CDT

Hey angel princess! I am so excited to hear all is well! Praise the LORD! Isn't He awesome?! I saw Mrs. Melinda at the St. Jude Beauty Queen Classic last weekend and reminded her that we all need to get together! It'd be a blast! I missed you not being there this past weekend! Like Mrs. Melinda said, it just wasn't the same without you! I am just so delighted to hear all is well! I am currently busy with many wedding details and getting ready to compete in the Miss TN USA pageant October 8! I am a busy girl these days!!! I just can't wait to see you and your sweet mother! It's been too long! As always, a million hugs!!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Friday, August 26, 2005 4:57 PM CDT

Ashley ~ you rock girl! Keep up the great work.
Donna ~ Dare I say you rock too?! Thank you so much for your journal entry. You spoke volumes of encouragement to me who also FROG's. I have been checking on Miss Ashley, but don't think I have ever left a message. I will be praying.
Alice Larkin <starsnrose@yahoo.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Friday, August 26, 2005 1:09 PM CDT

Hi, Ashley! I've been checking your website often since last fall. I learned of you through Stanton and Emma Grace. (One of my friends found them somehow.) My daughter Lana was four last October, just a few weeks after Emma Grace. (Lana had AML - CB /in/lana) Anyway, I've grown to love you St. Jude families! I'm so glad your scans were clear.
Love,
Christine
Francesville, IN - Friday, August 26, 2005 9:48 AM CDT

Ashley, keep mom and dad jumping it helps them stay young. I am so glad GOD continues to bless you and constantly carries you and your wonderful family. Looking forward to seeing all of you soon(hopefully). Always remember GOD IS GOOD--ALL THE TIME
Angel Emma Grace's Daddy <mtwagon@yahoo.com----caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, Ar - Friday, August 26, 2005 6:04 AM CDT

Hello Garrett's,
You were on my mind when I woke up this morning so I had to leave you a message and let you know that I am thinking of you and praying for "smooth sailing" this week! I missed you both this past weekend. It was a great show but not the same without Miss Ashley! I'll be anxiously waiting to hear good reports! Lots of love to you both!
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, August 24, 2005 8:59 AM CDT

Hi! It has been a long time since I've been able to "check in" on you, or so I thought. My computer has been basically out of commission all summer, so I've been using my husband's laptop for business and new e-mail. I relied on an e-mail from looong ago to access your site. So when we lost all the stored e-mail in the old computer, I didn't think I knew how to get to your site. Silly me - I just went through the general CaringBridge site and followed the directions. Hmmm, if we just go to the GOOD BOOK and follow the directions......

Anyway, how sad to hear about so many children being called home. Thanks for sharing your heart and for allowing me to see God's love and faithfulness through you. Each of your messages remind me of the need to make every moment count, and to keep life's little (and big)challenges in perspective. Thank you so much.

I hope school is going well for Ashley and Tyler and that they have a blessed year. Love to you all!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Friday, August 19, 2005 10:12 AM CDT

GOOD MORNING TO ALL THE GARRETT'S!
JUST A NOTE TO WISH THE VERY BEST FOR THE UPCOMING TESTS!!!
YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS FOR A WONDERFUL REPORT. THE BEST....DESERVE THE VERY BEST!
MUCH LOVE,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY <KAYMHALEY@WMCONNECT.COM>
MILLINGTON, TH - Friday, August 19, 2005 8:22 AM CDT

HI GARRET'S,
I AM AMONG THE RETIRED COMMUNITY NOW AND ENJOYING IT SO FAR. DON'T YOU THINK IT IS TIME FOR A NEW UPDATE??? I LOVE READING THEM AND KEEPING UP WITH MY PRECIOUS PRINCESS AND ALL THE GOINGS ON WITH THE GARRETT CLAN. SEEING DOC EVERY 6 MOS. JUST ISN'T ENOUGH FOR PROGRESS REPORTS! :o) LOVE AND GOOD HEALTH TO YOU ALL.
KH

KAY HALEY <KAYMHALEY@WMCONNECT.COM>
MILLINGTON, TN - Thursday, July 28, 2005 11:38 AM CDT

Sounds like you are having one busy FUN summer! Jill should be out of LeBonhuer when Ashley has her check up at St. Judes. We'll probably be at D Clinic for a post-surgery check up. Hope to see you in Aug.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Saturday, July 23, 2005 5:02 PM CDT

what a sweet guestbook entry...

be glad she is doing good...

that is an answer to prayers...

just found your link and
wanted to stop by...

sending you lots of love

Craig, Lauren, and Helen

CRAIGGY
helen <trula1@comcast.net>
- Thursday, July 21, 2005 1:56 PM CDT

HELLO GARRETT FAMILY, I JUST THOUGHT I WOULD CHECK IN AND SAY HI AND I MISS YOU GUYS A LOT. I AM SO GLAD TO KNOW ASHLEY IS DOING GOOD. I THINK OF YOU ALL OFTEN AND IS PRAYING FOR ALL MY PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. TELL DAD I SAI HELLO AND I MISS HIM. GOD IS GOOD AND HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME.TAKE CARE AND I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A BLESSED DAY. XOXOXOXOXO
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Wednesday, July 20, 2005 8:05 AM CDT

Garrett Family,
First of all, isn't God the greatest? How could we live without is love and mercy. I praise him for our children's healing. I thank you for all your prayers for Madison. I know how you feel though. I sometimes hate to sign other web sites when the children are not doing well. But God does have it in controll and he placed us where we are so that we might help someone. He placed us at your church so that "I" would have your shoulder to cry on. We love you all and will continue to pray for Ashley.

Debbie Adams
va/madison <voladams@adelphia.net>
Norton, VA - Thursday, July 14, 2005 6:17 AM CDT

Hey princess angel! Well, I am so glad to hear an update!!! I'm so glad all is well! I actually have some fantastic news! This past Friday I got engaged to Chad! You met him at the Libertyland opening parade!!! We are getting married next June on the 24th! Mark it on your calendar! I can't wait to get together with you and the Winchester's! I miss you so very much! I'm so anxious to hear from you!! Remember I love you! A million hugs and kisses! P.S. Mrs. Donna, I miss you so much! I have a huge hug with your name on it!!! Can't wait to see you!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, July 13, 2005 9:21 PM CDT

Hey Ashley,
How are you doing? I hope you are having a great summer. I did. This past June was my 13th birthday so I had fun. Well I heard about Emma Grace. I am soooo sorry. Are you ready for school to start? I am not. Well I hope you and your family are doing good and everyone is healthy and happy!!!!!
Love ya,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, July 1, 2005 8:01 PM CDT

Hey Guys! I saw where you visited and signed Brent's guestbook. I apologize it took me so long to visit ya'll. We are FINALLY getting settled back in at home. It's something how out of order things can get so quickly. I won't complain though .... cleaning at HOME is better than ANYTHING I can do in Memphis! (Although, if you HAD to be at St. Jude ... it is/was AN EXPERIENCE of a lifetime!!) :)

I won't keep you ... I DO LOVE to talk, and I could go off rambling at any time. LOL! It really is nice to meet another Sister in Christ!!! We'll be praying for Ashley's CONTINUED HEALING and we PRAISE GOD that she's doing so WONDERFULLY!!!! HE IS still in the MIRACLE MAKING BUSINESS!!!!!!

Have a Blessed week!
Love, Tonya

Brent
Link, Tonya, Brent, Zach & Gabe Nason ......... caringbridge.org/ms/brentnason <nason5@aol.com>
Mathiston, MS USA - Wednesday, June 22, 2005 8:44 AM CDT

Hey princess!!! I am finally back from South Africa and one of the first things I did when I got home yesterday was get on the computer and checked your page and the Winchester's page. I told you I check everyday!!! I definitely want to get together with you and the Winchester's whenever we all get a minute!!! But I have sad news, I found out yesterday that while I was in South Africa my very close aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer and will be undergoing surgery in the next few weeks! Please keep my family in your prayers!! Have Melinda call me and we'll get together! Tons of hugs and kisses!! Love you!!!! P.S. Mrs. Donna gets a huge hug! Can't wait to see you!!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, June 21, 2005 4:19 PM CDT

Thank you for such a heart-felt entry!!Just like the Hampton and Haynes families,your LOVE for the LORD just comes thru in every entry!!!I live in Minden-Stanton's hometown,even though I didn't know him personally I had followed his,Emmagrace's,Zoie's and lots of others journey's and have been so impressed by the FAITH these families have!!!I can only imagine how you feel and my heart goes out to you.I am so glad Ashley is doing good and I pray for your family everyday,May GOD continue to bless you as you bless so many in turn!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Thursday, June 16, 2005 9:48 PM CDT

Hello Garrett Girls!
I have been thinking of you today and wanted to say "hi"! Ashley, I saw some awesome pictures of you at the Mid-South Fair office! I will get copies from the photographer for your scrapbook. I hope you are having a wonderful, fun-filled summer! As soon as I hear from our friend Lauren, we'll plan our get-together! I can't wait to see you both!

Love,
Melinda

P.S. I also saw that awesome rainbow Saturday night! I think God was definitely trying to get our attention!!!!!!
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, June 14, 2005 5:43 PM CDT

DEAR DONNA, ASHLEY AND FAMILY, I HAVE AN EMPTY SPOT IN MY TUMMY TODAY, NOT MY HEART. MY HEART IS FULL. WE, LIKE SOOoo MANY OTHERS ARE STILL AT A LOSS FOR WORDS, REMEMBERING EMMA GRACE AND HER FAMILY, WHICH BRINGS FRESH MEMORIES OF THE OTHER CHILDREN WE HAVE BEEN MISSING. I FOUND YOUR WEB SITE THIS MORNING. IT HAS BEEN A BLESSING TO ME TODAY. I AM A ST. JUDE NANA. MY GRANDSON RYAN BREEDLOVE HAS BEEN GOING THERE SINCE SEPT. 2003. HE WAS 4 MONTHS OLD. WE ARE ON 7 WEEK VISITS NOW. WE GO AGAIN THE 5TH OF JULY. THEY LIVE IN KNOXVILLE. HE HAS RETINOBLASTOMA BILATERIAL. ALSO, HE HAS A RARE DIAGNOSIS OF Q13 MINUS. HE HAD A 5% CHANCE OF IT. THEY KNOW VERY LITTLE ABOUT THIS, AS ST. JUDE HAS ONLY HAD 4 CASES. I LIVE IN DYERSBURG. I GO EACH VISIT AS I AM ONLY ABOUT 75 MILES FROM MEMPHIS. WE HAD 2 FUND RAISERS FOR ST. JUDE ON SATURDAY. THE RAINBOW SATURDAY EVENING WAS AMAZING! THE SUNSET WAS AWESOME!! RAINBOWS AND ST. JUDE KIDS GO HAND AND HAND. THANKYOU, FOR REMINDING ME OF ALL OUR BLESSINGS!! keeping you in our prayers.
SHARI BREEDLOVE /tn/ryanbreedlove <excell@ecsis.net>
DYERSBURG, TN USA - Monday, June 13, 2005 7:13 AM CDT

Hi Ashley, Donna and family,
I just found your site from Brent's and all I can say is "Wow"! Your daughter is so precious, and your testimony is so inspiring. I see the handprints of God all over your lives. Thank God for this blessed "hope" we have, and the unity we share as fellow believers. I didn't have the privilege of meeting Emma Grace, but after keeping up with her site, I feel in love with her and her whole family. Their love for Jesus was so evident, and even now, giving God glory in the darkest valley they may ever walk in!! Truly only God's Grace can carry you through. I'm so blessed your daughter is doing so well. I'll keep your family in our prayers.
From another St. Jude mom,
Susan
Jordan <Susan2956@yahoo.com>
Covington, LA - Thursday, June 9, 2005 9:31 PM CDT

Hi
I found your site and wanted to say "Hi". My daughter Liz is 13 and was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in November. She is doing well. She had surgery in February and has 8 chemos. left. We hope to be done with chemo by mid-Sept. It sounds like Ashley is doing well. I was saddened to hear about your loss of a friend. We experienced a similar situation several months ago. It is so hard, but we know we must go on and hold their memories close to our heart. Take Care and if you want to drop a line Liz's site address is www.caringbridge.com/mn/lizkaiser.
Stephanie
Stephanie (Liz's Mom) <stephaniemihm@yahoo.com>
Arden Hills, MN USA - Thursday, June 9, 2005 6:52 PM CDT

Donna how beautiful you put your words, I wish I could say what you did in my own words. I too have so loved Emma Grace and Stanton as they were my own - I guess I do that with all the kids I care for at work. I understand Ashley's wondering why - it becomes more difficult every day and it is easy to question what I am doing there myself. Please continue to be the positive faithful one you are. It is so inspiring and touching to me.
Angela Pratt (former 2nd floor nurse-weekends) <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN - Tuesday, June 7, 2005 9:11 PM CDT

Found your site and wanted to say hi.
My daughter, Savannah, is in remission from osteo and doing well. You can visit her site and drop a line. www.caringbridge.org/co/savannah
Dawna- mom to Savannah <theturmanzoo@msn.com or www.caringbridge.org/co/savannah>
Centennial, CO. - Tuesday, June 7, 2005 4:32 PM CDT

Hi Ashley:

Just wanted to say "hi"...let you know you are never far from my thoughts, always in my prayers, and have a special place in my heart. Have a WONDERFUL weekend.
Blessings,
Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Friday, June 3, 2005 11:22 PM CDT

Donna: What a beautiful, heart-felt entry!! I am BLESSED EVERY TIME that I come here...which I do OFTEN! You've made an impression in my life, thank you for being such a wonderful Witness to Christ!
Blessings,
Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Friday, June 3, 2005 11:21 PM CDT

To Ashley, Mom, Dad and Tyler
What a wonderful way God has revealed himself in your lives.
Your journal entries along the way have been so inspiring to count each day as a blessing. We are thankful for clear scans and know you have an awesome future ahead of you, Ashley. Thank you, Donna, for the way the words in the journal pour out from your heart.
Bobbi Blankenship <bblankenship@sedgwickcms.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Friday, June 3, 2005 12:15 AM CDT

As always, your entry touched my heart. It was just what the "the GREAT Doctor" ordered as we prepare for yet another scan. Thank you for sharing your "miracle in the making" story with us. You and your family are a true testimony of God's never-ending grace and mercy. Hope to meet you in person one day soon.

Also, thank you for your prayers for Jay. They mean the world to me!

Love,
Cindy
Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net>
- Friday, June 3, 2005 9:58 AM CDT

What an incredible entry! I know most people reading them were doing just that. I though, was feeling every pain, remembering every chemo. When it was all said and done Stanton had been in every room on the solid tumor side and passed away in the only room he had never been in but right next door to the room he had his first chemo. I have a hard time thanking God for the cancer but I do continually thank him for the lessons learned and the friends made. Thank you so much for being some of those friends. You will all always hold such a special place in our hearts.
Jeff, Tina, Hayden and Forever Angel Stanton www.caringbridge.org/la/stanton <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Minden, La - Thursday, June 2, 2005 5:55 PM CDT

Donna & Ashley,
I still check this web site and pray each time I do. I count it a joy to pray for you and also the other requests you sometimes ask pray for. God is Good, all the time
Bonnie Green (Fred's ) <bgreen@fredsinc.com>
Southaven, MS - Thursday, June 2, 2005 3:03 PM CDT

Hi, Donna and Ashley! I've been reading your site since last fall. Thank you for giving your testimony of God's goodness! Although our daughter's AML was treated at Riley in Indinanapolis, I keep up with several St. Jude children - Emma Grace, Jake Owen, Ashley Taylor, and Stanton's family. You all are special to us in that unexplainable "cancer family bond". Praise God, who gives us the strength to get through this fight!
Love,
Christine (www.caringbridge.org/in/lana)
Francesville, IN - Wednesday, June 1, 2005 10:41 AM CDT

ms donna, you are the best!!!!
ms ashley, you are beautiful!!!
dr.floyd & tyler....you are beautiful too!!! :O)
god bless you all,
kay haley
kay haley <haley-k@co.shelby.tn.us>
millington, tn - Wednesday, June 1, 2005 7:41 AM CDT

Wishing you a safe, happy, relaxing Memorial Day Weekend.
Blessings,
Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Sunday, May 29, 2005 1:23 AM CDT

Thank you Donna for the entry on Stanton's guestbook. We feel the neverending prayers being sent to God on our behalf. You are welcome to use anything that I share on my website on Ashley's. I come across these things and they just touch me in a way that I needed to be touched at that moment and yesterday was one of those moments. Tell Floyd I said hi! We miss you guys! Love to all.
Jeff, Tina, Hayden and Forever Angel Stanton www.caringbridge.org/la/stanton <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Minden, La - Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:08 AM CDT

Sing to the Lord a new Song! God is Good all the time! So glad to hear of the scans showing nothing. Nothing is good for these occassions! Two year mark is pretty awesome! We will have our 1 year mark on June 6 for Carla. Pray all will be well on that day! Congrats, Ashley!
Gerri and Carla Porter <gerri.porter@milliken.com>
LaGrange, Ga USA - Monday, May 23, 2005 9:43 AM CDT

Hey sweet princess! Just wanted to write you and tell you I am off to South Africa in the morning until June 20 and wanted to tell you that you are still in my prayers! Can't wait to see you after I get back! Keep practicing that cheerleading cutie! I love you and tell your beautiful mom I said hey and give her a big hug for me!!! Love you!! A million hugs!!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 6:48 PM CDT

Amen, for good clean test results. Now you can have a great summer knowing that everything is okay!! What a wonderful feeling that must be. We head back to Memphis June 1st. The kids think of it as a vacation. Oh well at least they aren't fighting us and not wanting to go.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Wednesday, May 11, 2005 7:33 AM CDT

AMEN!!!Praise GOD for the wonderful news!!!God is sooo good and I will continue to lift Ashley up to HIM in prayer along with all of her St.Jude friends!!!!Congrats Ashley for all of your latest accomplishments!!!You go girl!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Sunday, May 8, 2005 10:00 PM CDT

Happy Mother's Day, Sweet Donna!!
Ashley, you and Tyler are so very blessed to have such a wonderful Mom. Thank you for sharing her with me! God is so very Good!!
Love ya!
Trish
Trish Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR - Sunday, May 8, 2005 3:29 PM CDT

Hey Ashley - congrats on the clear scans, making cheerleading, and the drama competition. You've had quite a month or so! You go girl!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Saturday, May 7, 2005 7:47 PM CDT

Hey beautiful! Praise the LORD for clear scans! I know that is bound to be an awesome feeling to get good results back!!! You are awesome girl! Keep working on that cheerleading! Can't wait to see you!!! Love you sweet girl! A million and one hugs!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Friday, May 6, 2005 1:57 PM CDT

AMEN!!! Praise God for good news!

Love,
Cindy
Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net>
- Friday, May 6, 2005 1:12 PM CDT

Yes you get an AMEN from Norton, VA. I praise God for his wonderful healing.
The Adams Family <voladams@adelphia.net>
Norton, Va - Friday, May 6, 2005 10:50 AM CDT

THANK THE GOOD LORD! AND THANK YOU FOR "FINALLY" TELLING US THE GREAT NEWS. I MUST ADMIT I WAS GETTING ANTSY! SILLY ME. THIS IS SOOOO WONDERFUL. SO NOW ENJOY A GREAT SUMMER, CHEERLEADING AND ALL THE OTHER GOOD THINGS IN LIFE!
YOUR FRIEND (AND DADDY'S PATIENT)
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY <KHALEY@SHELBYCO.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, TN - Friday, May 6, 2005 10:28 AM CDT

Hey Princess Ashley. It was so good to see you this week. I thank God for your continued progress. You are such an inspiration to me. Congrats on making the cheerleading squad. Maybe I'll be able to come see you cheer sometime. Hope you have a wonderful day. I love you.
Jana <jana.freeman@stjude.org>
- Friday, May 6, 2005 7:11 AM CDT

what's up ashley? this is payton. saying hi and i miss you! can't wait to see ya.
Payton <lwelch@starband.net>
- Wednesday, May 4, 2005 8:52 PM CDT

hey ashley-
what's up? i miss you guys and can't wait to see you soon.

Taylor Welch <lwelch@starband.net>
- Wednesday, May 4, 2005 8:47 PM CDT

Hi Ashley!! This is Ms.Allison. I really miss you and your family. I have enjoyed reading your entries and seeing the pictures of you. You are growing into a lovely young lady and I'm honored to know you. Love you, Allison
Allison Welch <lawelch@starband.net>
Nixa, MO USA - Wednesday, May 4, 2005 8:44 PM CDT

Hi Garrett Family! Sorry I haven't written in a while. We are praying for you today and know that all will be fine. "...He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it....." Be assured as I am that God is not finished with you yet! He has great plans for you, so keep your chin up and prepare to celebrate once again! Erin's Large and Small Human Video Teams made it to National's, too, so I guess we will see you guys in Colorado in August! Yeah!!!!! As always, our prayers are with you.
Robin Kruzan <rkruzan@mchsi.com>
Jacksonville, IL USA - Wednesday, May 4, 2005 12:46 AM CDT

Praying for clear scans! God Bless!
Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net>
- Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:08 AM CDT

I found your website through another friend. Anyway, I think you are having your scans today and tomorrow at St. Jude. I will pray that you will receive nothing but good news. I noticed the doctor your brother mentioned was Dr. Galindo. He's my son's doctor. He is just wonderful. Now I know you're in good hands. Just a note to say hello.
Amy Breedlove (www.caringbridge.org/tn/ryanbreedlove)
Jeff, Amy, Will, and Ryan Breedlove <Breedlj@hotmail.com>
Knoxville, Tn USA - Tuesday, May 3, 2005 8:22 PM CDT

Hey Ashley!!What a strong,beautiful girl you are!!!!You have been thru so much and yet,you are so happy and full of life!!!I can tell you have a wonderful Christian faith,and that is important!!!I pray for you and I can only imagine the BIG plan GOD has for your life!!!What an awesome entry from your brother-I had tears in my eyes!!!God Bless You,Sweetie!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Monday, May 2, 2005 10:20 PM CDT

Way to go! I am so glad you were able to be in the parade. Our girls LOVE Libertyland. We hope to go there in June while we are in Memphis for Jill's nine month post-treatment check up at St. Jude. Maybe we could even meet your family! That would be awesome. God Bless you. Yes, indeed God is providing opportunities for you that you would have never thought possible before diagnosis. Those wonderful opportunities are referred to as Cancer's Gifts. Take advantage of them whenever you can. You are so deserving.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranqulity.net>
Columbia, MO - Wednesday, April 27, 2005 10:30 AM CDT

Ashley: What a beautiful entry! You and your Mom write so beautifully...I LOVE coming here and do so at least once a week, oftentimes more! And what an entry from your brother! How BLESSED you and he are to so close, not a lot of brothers and sisters have such a kind and caring relationship, so that is wonderful to see! You all seem like a wonderful, close-knit family and I am blessed to have "met" you all through here. :) You are a gorgeous young lady - inside and out! From your writing, I can tell you appreciate all that you have been blessed with. Keep your faith strong....it will enable you to do things you NEVER dreamed possible! Congratulations on getting a place on the Squad AND for placing in the competiton....have safe travels to the next competition. Look forwarding to reading about it. Tell Mom "hi"...and if you all are able, stop on by and sign in at my page.
Love, Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Tuesday, April 26, 2005 7:40 PM CDT

Hey Ashley,
This is Christian Garrett. I was so happy to see yall there that Sunday. It made me have happy tears. Well, I'm so glad you are doing so well. Congrats on making the cheerleading squad. Well, I will talk to you later ok?
Love ya,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, April 26, 2005 7:22 PM CDT

Ashley,
I love your journal entry. I also love what Tyler wrote. What a precious family you are. I know that your mom and dad are both so proud of you and Tyler.

Oh, I love the picture of you on the home page. You are a beautiful young lady.

Love,
Dawn - mommy to ^angel Shae^ & precious Mason

www.caringbridge.org/ms/shaepierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
Hernando, MS - Tuesday, April 26, 2005 9:21 AM CDT

Hey sweet girl! I know I seriously just signed yesterday but as I said, I check your page everyday! Gorgeous picture by the way! You wear a crown well! Thanks for the sweet note! You are awesome!!! Keep on reaching for the moon!!! You are such an awesome Christlike example! Your faith astounds me more everyday!!! I can't wait to see you cheer your heart out!!!! I love you princess and I'll talk to you soon!!!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, April 25, 2005 10:32 PM CDT

Dear Ashley you are the best person that I know that has so much courage and strength.I can not believe that you had a ton of chemo and shots and you still were so strong. I am really thankful that you are fine now. But what i am really trying to say is that I love you with all my heart. You are the best sister that I could ever want or have!! But i thank God for all the wonderful people at st.Jude that we have met especially Dr. Galindo and Mrs.Tori who taught you how to walk again. Ashley I love you!! You also make me so proud!!!!! With Love,YOUR BROTHER TYLER
Tyler Garrett
Memphis, TN Usa - Monday, April 25, 2005 4:24 PM CDT

Hi Ashley and family,
I have never signed your guestbook, but have read it often. I found it via Stanton via Jake Raborn....Your mother has inspired me so much with her journal entries....the love and compassion that she shows others is amazing..I know she has been such a help to SO many...I read about how she has helped Emma Grace and family...Funny how we feel like we know all of you personally after sharing your ups and downs...thank you all for letting us be a part of your lives...Your trials and the way you let God lead you inspires all of your readers in our everyday lives....Now, Miss Ashley, you are a doll.....I taught school for over 36 years and loved my "kids." You are the kind of person every teacher dreams of teaching.....beautiful, not only on the outside as you are....but beautiful on the inside....What a testimony you have and I know God will give you opportunities to share it many many times in your lifetime. I am so sorry that you have to have the bother of the rod in your leg, and I know it can get you down....but you know what....to an outsider, it doesn't look like it gets you down often.....You go girl!!! You have a right to get down sometime, and we are here to pray for you.....but God just picks you right back up, doesn't He? You have a wonderful future.....I can't imagine all the lives you will touch...I would LOVE to meet you and your family. If you ever get down toward Austin, you let me know.....Keep on keeping on....Love to read about you...
Loved your birthday pictures, too....
Sincerely,

Jane Jones <janemjones@austin.rr.com>
Cedar Park, TX - Monday, April 25, 2005 11:59 AM CDT

Hey sweet Princess! Just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how absolutely gorgeous you looked yesterday at the parade and it was so good seeing you! I am so proud of you for making Briarcrest cheerleader! I'm seriously going to come cheer you on in my old school Briarcrest attire from way back when I was in middle school.... oh yeah that was only like 6 years ago!!! Well, I love you sweetie and tell your mother I said hey! Can't wait to get together with Mrs. Melinda soon!!!! A million hugs!

Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, April 24, 2005 2:49 PM CDT

I read your website today and I am so happy that you are doing well. My granddaughter is a St. Jude patient now. Her name is Destiny and she has ALL. She is only 3 and we want a big support network for her like you had! Maybe you could send her a message! Good luck with your scans. You are also a very beautiful child! Her website is www.caringbridge.org/tn/destiny
Vicki
Vicki Reed <treed@cddn.com>
Union City, Tn USA - Monday, April 18, 2005 1:28 PM CDT

Hello Ashely,
My name is Tonya. I have a son at St. Jude right now. He is 9 and was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma (Stage 4). God has done HUGE things for us ... HE'S AWESOME isn't HE??? I found your page by signing (and visiting) Emma Grace's site. What a beautiful young lady you are!!! I really like your name ... my sister's daughter's name is Ashley Nicole too! She's 10. I will add you and your family to our prayer list. We TOO are Christians and are BELIEVING GOD for a miracle for Brent, and will BELIEVE God for YOUR continued HEALING TOO!!!

It was nice to "meet" you! Tonya
Link, Tonya, Brent, Zach & Gabe Nason .... caringbridge.org/ms/brentnason <nason5@aol.com>
Mathiston, MS USA - Saturday, April 16, 2005 11:14 PM CDT

Hey Garrett's!!
Much love & hugs coming to you. You can never NEVER know how thankful we are that God placed you in our lives!! Ashley, you are such a beautiful little lady which a heart for Jesus that shines like a beacon. Give Momma, Daddy and Tyler hugs for us!! Give that sweet Momma an extra one for us for coming to our aid in the middle of the night last week!! What a blessing you all are!
In His Love,
Trish, Barney, Eli & Emma Grace
The Hampton's <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR - Friday, April 15, 2005 1:11 AM CDT

Hey there - hope the drama competition was fun and that it went well. God bless your family!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Monday, April 11, 2005 9:08 PM CDT

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
HAPPY 2ND ANNIVERSARY!!!!

Wooooohoooo! God is SO awesome! Have a wonderful time on your trip....live each and every day to the fullest, seize EVERY moment you can savor. God bless you!
Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej

EJ's Caring Place
- Monday, April 11, 2005 6:27 PM CDT

Thanks so much for the updates Ashley. I am so happy for your 2 year anniversary! Hope to see you at camp this summer!
Lizzie <elizabeth.barnwell@stjude.org>
- Sunday, April 10, 2005 1:58 PM CDT

Hey Miss Cutie!

I can't believe this...I am going to be in Nashville this weekend for a wedding! Do you think Country Music USA can handle both of us???? Probably not! I hope you have a wonderful time with the Youth Group. Tell your sweet Mama I said hello. I'll be looking for you on the road!!!!! Give yourself lots of hugs and kisses from me!

Love,
Miss Melinda
P.S. I just want you to know that I think you are beautiful and perfect in EVERY way. God's plan for you is to soar and you are doing just that!
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, April 8, 2005 11:33 AM CDT

Hey Ashley!
Just saying hi.
Love Ya.
*Rebecca*
Rebecca Alsup
Collierville, Tn USA - Thursday, April 7, 2005 6:26 PM CDT

Ashley and family, Thanks for the update. We hope you are having a good school year. Keep up the good work. God Bless your entire family.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Wednesday, April 6, 2005 8:07 AM CDT

Hey princess! Well, tears welled up in my eyes as I read this post Mrs. Donna!!! Ashley is so blessed.... even through knowing how blessed she is, she is going to have those days where she feels down and out. IT IS OKAY!!! That is so awesome how God quietly reminded her of how blessed she is as she walked down the hall with her friend. He speaks to us in the most unexpected times it seems. For a 13 year old she is definitely going on 30. She has been a testimony and a light to so many people. I know she has been an example to me in whom I look up to with big eyes and an open heart. I'm always learning from Miss Ashley. Even though I don't see you... like ever!!!! (Which needs to change by the way.. smile) That gorgeous smile pops into my heart more often then you know. She is a brave girl!!! It's only going to get better! Relish the moments you have. They are way too short! I cannot wait to see you all again! Always in my thoughts and prayers! Please give my princess hugs and squeezes for me!!! You deserve the biggest hug too Mrs. Donna! You are an amazing mother! Love you both so very much!!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, April 5, 2005 6:36 PM CDT

Hey Ashley and family- I enjoy reading your updates. You are such a special family! I'm glad all is going well. You are in my prayers!
Samantha Beverage <samantha.beverage@stjude.org>
- Tuesday, April 5, 2005 3:11 AM CDT

Hey Ashley and family - I know you may not remember me, but I know your mom remembers me, I am the weekend 2nd floor nurse that Stanton always called "Crazy" and the name will forever stick! I want to say thanks to you Donna for stepping up to the plate last night - I spoke with Barney today and he said "she always said if we need anything to call, so I did". I told him that you meant it if you said it and I was sure you didn't mind at all being there for his Trish & Emma Grace with him away. I know it must have been very stressful on all of you, but I am so thankful they had you. Ashley, you are such an amazing young lady and you are such a reflection of the love you have for God and the love your family has for each other. It delights me to see you doing so well. I know it must be tough being different. But your love for God is something many people would consider different. There are so many that love God but would never be so public with it as you. You shine above so many. Life will never be "easy", but know that you are making a difference daily as a witness to God and that he can heal. The doctors and nurses at St. Jude are awesome - but they can only do so much. We all know there is a greater hand in all of it. I hope I see you guys in passing in May - it would be great to see you again. Take care of you all and keep smiling Ashley....
Angela Pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN - Monday, April 4, 2005 9:10 PM CDT

Hey Ashley and family, I haven't signed in a long time. (sorry about that) Anyway, you all encourage me daily. Thanks for being the shining light that you are. I know that God is very proud of you Ashley. Your life is such a wonderful testimony.

I check on you often for updates. Keep the faith sweetie and know that God has you in the palm of His mighty hand.

Much love to you and your family,
Dawn - mommy to ^ Angel Shae^ & precious Mason

www.caringbridge.org/ms/shaepierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
Hernando, MS - Monday, April 4, 2005 2:37 PM CDT

Hi Ashley. I just want to tell you what a remarkable young woman you are becoming. I learn so much from you and all my other St Jude patients/friends. I think of you often and even though I miss seeing you and your mom I'm so glad that I don't see you 'cause that means things are going well. Seems like so very long ago I was introduced to your smile, your infectious attitude. God certainly has an extra special plan for you. Give your mom, dad and brother my best. I hope to see you when you are here in May. I love you!!!
Jana Freeman <jana.freeman@stjude.org>
- Monday, April 4, 2005 8:12 AM CDT

WOW!!! WHAT A WONDERFUL ENTRY! I THINK MS ASHLEY INHERITED HER MOM'S WRITING ABILITY! :o) WOULDN'T LIFE BE BORING IF WE DIDN'T HAVE A FEW CLOUDS TO MAKE US APPRECIATE THE GOOD DAYS WE HAVE? I FEEL BETTER JUST READING WHAT THE GARRETT GIRLS SAY! LOVE AND HAPPINESS TO YOU ALL. PRAYERS AND FINGER CROSSING WILL BE IN ORDER FOR THE UPCOMING TESTS!!!
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY <HALEY-K@CO.SHELBY.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, TN - Monday, April 4, 2005 7:28 AM CDT

Hello!
Beautiful writings by both you and Ashley! I love visiting here. Great photos from your birthday, Ashley. Just a "few" of your friends??? LOL You are one popular young lady! Hope you had a lovely Easter and I will be back soon.
Blessings,
Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring PLace
- Sunday, April 3, 2005 11:42 AM CDT

hey sweet girl! i have enjoyed reading all the updates-you are an amazing young lady! I will be praying for you as you come back for scans in may....while you are here i should be at the hospital too...having a BABY!!!! i can't believe we are at 5 weeks and counting. we are moving as well (a week and a half before she enters our world)---that should be...interesting! take care. love you lots!
Candice Duffy (St Jude RN) <candice.duffy@stjude.org>
Memphis, TN USA - Saturday, April 2, 2005 10:55 PM CST

Hey Miss Ashley & Crew!
Just letting you know that we love you, keep you in prayers always and are ever grateful that God allowed our paths to cross and our families to become friends. You all are so very precious to us. I LOVE THE NEW PIC!!! You are so beautiful Miss Ashley and growing up so quickly. Take care, tell the crew howdy for us ... love ya'll!! Only By His Grace - Trish & Emma Grace
The Hampton's <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln Ar via Target House, - Wednesday, March 30, 2005 10:47 PM CST

Hope you had a blessed Easter. Enjoy this wonderful spring weather!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Tuesday, March 29, 2005 12:05 AM CST

Hey Ashley
Have a *wonderful* Easter Sunday!~!~!
Talk to you l8r.

The *fAmous* Rebecca Alsup
Collierville, TN USA!!! - Sunday, March 27, 2005 1:08 PM CST

Hi Ashley sweetie, I hope this finds you (all of you) doing well and that you have a good weekend and great Easter. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
Angel Chris {Gooch's mom} and all your friends at ~ Smile Quilts ~

- Friday, March 25, 2005 11:27 PM CST

Ashley,

You go, girl! I read about you rollerblading on Stanton's guestbook. Keep your chin up and know that soon you will be able to lots of things. I know it is tough for you right now, but you know, God will never bring us to anything that He won't pull us through. Keep your pretty smile going on the inside and the outside! Keep your faith. Sending thoughts and prayers your way!
Paige, Shelby, and Zachary Miller(Stanton's cousins) <pmiller@cmaaccess.com>
Vivian, LA USA - Thursday, March 24, 2005 1:32 AM CST

Thinking of you this Easter and always. May the glorius fact that HE IS RISEN fill your heart to overflowing!
Love, Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej

EJ's Caring Place
- Tuesday, March 22, 2005 11:13 PM CST

Ashley,
Worked with your Mother at Fred's.
Just in checking on you. So glad to see your doing fine.

Jennifer Ehrett <jehrett@fredsinc.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Monday, March 21, 2005 9:54 AM CST

HI MISS BEAUTIFUL ASHLEY I HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL. YOU SOUND GOOD. I MISS YOU AND I LOVE YOU. I MISS OUR TALKS WHEN YOU WERE HERE AT ST JUDE. HAVE A GREAT DAY AND I HOPE YOU ENJOY YOURSELF ON YOUR SPRING BREAK. TELL MOM, DAD AND TYLER HELLO.....
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Friday, March 18, 2005 10:23 AM CST

Love, Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Saturday, March 12, 2005 9:27 PM CST

Just wanted to let you know that we read your update today. Hope all is going well for you. God Bless your entire family.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Friday, March 11, 2005 8:23 PM CST

Hi Ashley and family. I saw your link on Stanton's guestbook and since I'm a native Tennessean, I wanted to come by and 'meet' you. I'm so glad to hear how well you are doing and I understand how hard it is to hurt for those dear friends you've made along your journey.
Another family is praying for you and wishing you a wonderful year ahead.
love, hope and courage
Carol
mom to Riley, Reagan, Reese and angel Reid
Carol (Reid's page) <dmill3@insightbb.com>
Bowling Green, ky - Friday, March 11, 2005 5:49 AM CST

I live in Minden,La. and found your site from Stanton's-I must say what a wise girl for 13!I have read some of the comforting messages you Mom has written to other parents and I can see what a wonderful christian family you are part of!I pray that God will bless you in everything you do and keep that awesome spirit-you are beautiful inside and out!!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Thursday, March 10, 2005 10:00 PM CST

Hey sweet girl! Just dropping in to say hey! Hope all is well! Just wanted to remind you that I'm thinking and praying for you!!! Tell your sweet mother I said hey and can't wait to see you!!! Keep smiling that gorgeous smile of yours!! Hugs a million!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, March 9, 2005 10:03 PM CST

Hi Ashley sweetie!
Just wanted to stop by and send you big ol cyber huggerz from all of us at the Bridge of Dreams! You are on our minds, in our hearts and in our prayers.
Blessingz & Hugz,
Melissa

Bridge Of Dreams
Melissa <melissa@bridgeofdreams.org>
Lancaster, CA USA - Wednesday, March 9, 2005 7:17 PM CST

Hey Ashley.
**This is Rebecca.** .:.:.Just checking your website!.:.:.
<>()<>()<>()<>()Talk to you l8r.<>()<>()<>()<>()

ThE *fAmOuS* ReBeCcA AlSuP
Coliierville, TN United States of America - Friday, March 4, 2005 4:58 PM CST

Hey Garrett family - I don't have anything in particular to say other than I'm thinking of you! Happy Spring!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Thursday, March 3, 2005 8:41 PM CST

Hi Ashley. Just dropping in on your site after seeing your address on another caringbridge guestbook. When I read your home page I knew I needed to sign. I just this past week spoke to a new family who has been sent here after learning their eleven year old son has Osteosarcoma. I have been trying to collect info for them. If you are able to share anything with me that might help him or his mother understand more about what they are facing I would certainly appreciate it. Please visit my daughters's site when you get time, my contact info can be found there.
My heart is also very heavy over the loss of our little St. Jude buddies. It seems that there has been so much bad news lately, it was nice to read things are going well with you. Have a wonderful week!
Jodi Shaw

www.caringbridge.org/ms/abigail
The ShawFamily <itsashawworld@midsouth.rr.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Tuesday, March 1, 2005 9:24 PM CST

Just stopping in to let you know that we visited your web page. God Bless your entire family.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Thursday, February 24, 2005 5:55 PM CST

Hey Ashley
This is Rebecca. I was just going to say hi! Also, please pray for my grandpa. (He's actually my great-grandpa but we are close.) The doctors told him that his kidneys are failing and that he could get something done to help, but it sounded painful to him and he chose to not do anything. He is at home and we are praying for him. He will be fine and we know it but please pray for him!
I love you!
Love,
Rebecca Alsup
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, February 23, 2005 4:41 PM CST

Hey Miss Ashley,
I have been thinking of you and praying for you (and all of your friends at St. Jude). I know that Stanton's death is hard for you. Heck, it's hard for an "old" person like me to try and understand. I have come to fully believe that there are just some things we can't understand here on this earth. But one day, we'll understand it all. I love you sweetie and I'm so proud to call myself your friend!

Love,
Miss Melinda
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, February 21, 2005 9:49 PM CST

Hey Ash,
Thanks for letting me drop in on your girls night out last weekend. You and Addison are my favorite (and only)nieces. I had never been to Moe's before, we'll have to go there "mo" often. I saw Ty a little later after his ball game, he didn't look (or smell) as good as you. Stay sweet.
I love you,
Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
- Monday, February 21, 2005 3:47 PM CST

HI ASHLEY AND FAMILY. THIS IS ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE PEOPLE. I WAS SO GLAD TO SEE YOU ALL WHEN YOU WERE HERE. SORRY TO HEAR THE NEWS ABOUT STANTON AND I KNEW THEM WELL. I WILL PRAY FOR YOU ASHLEY AND ALL MY FAMILIES. GOD IS GOOD AND HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. YOUR PICTURE IS LOVELY AND YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL SMILE. TAKE CARE AND I WILL KEEP EVERYONE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Monday, February 21, 2005 9:51 AM CST

Hey beautiful! You are looking more radiant than ever! I just wanted to drop you a line and say hey! I hope all is well! I have been checking up on you almost everyday! I miss your sweet spirit and can't wait to see you! Still praying for you continuously! Hugs a million!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, February 20, 2005 3:19 PM CST

Ashley: That is a lovely picture of you on the front page - you are BEAUTIFUL! Yes, the Lord does use ALL (the good and bad) to all work for the good of those that love him! Keep the faith, stay strong.
Love, Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Friday, February 18, 2005 11:18 PM CST

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Collierville, TN USA - Friday, February 18, 2005 10:07 PM CST

Hi Ashley,
I just found your site and I wanted to say hello to you! :)

~Joanne�s Corner~

~Bridge of Dreams ~

Joanne <joanne_173@hotmail.com>
- Friday, February 18, 2005 2:35 AM CST

~.:.:.:.~WoW~.:.:.:.~
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CoLlIeRviLLe, tN UsA . . .YEAH! - Thursday, February 17, 2005 4:33 PM CST

UPDATE SOME MORE!!!!!!!
I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU!!!!
JUST KIDDING. DONT FEEL RUSHED!

BYE!
- Wednesday, February 16, 2005 6:03 PM CST

Hey Ashley!
I haven't talked to you since your birthday and I just wanted to write and say "hi".
Call me sometime!
***Love Ya so much***
Rebecca Alsup
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, February 15, 2005 5:17 PM CST

Hello sweet girl! I hope all is well! Thank the LORD for clear scans! That is an awesome blessing, as is each day! I have had you on my heart and just wanted to check in and tell you I was thinking about you! You are incredible! I can't wait to hear the next great update! Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day! Hugs a million!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Saturday, February 12, 2005 6:26 PM CST

Love, Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Friday, February 11, 2005 0:00 AM CST

So glad things are well, GOD BLESS
www3.caringbridge.org/mo/memerobin
- Thursday, February 10, 2005 11:19 AM CST

Hello, Thinking of you and praying today is a good day.
Love, Eileen

EJ's Caring Place
- Thursday, February 10, 2005 10:44 AM CST

Hello Donna and Family!
Thank you for emailing me. :) Ashley, these graphics are for YOU! Mom mentioned how much you like them, so I will make an effort to put some in here when I sign in, ok? Donna, I took the time to read through your journals....and many of the guestbook entries too. I know I've been here many times, and shame on me for not signing in sooner. You write exacty what's in your heart, I love that. You and the family are now added to my prayers...I am so happy that recent scans are clear! I know that must be incredibly difficult each time it must be done, especially the days just prior to it. NERVE-WRACKING! Your children are beautiful, true gifts from God! God bless you all, Eileen
www.caringbridge.org/il/ej
EJ's Caring Place
- Wednesday, February 9, 2005 9:53 PM CST

Praise God!! Im so glad your doing well.God Bless. www3.caringbridge.org/mo/memerobin Love and Blessing Jordyn Nicole Grandma
Jordys grandma (meme)
- Monday, February 7, 2005 1:56 PM CST

Sweet Donna,
Because of you, I have kept up with Stanton and Emma Grace and have prayed for them and their families constantly. When I went to Stanton's page today, my heart broke. I thought of his mother and father and my tears flowed. I then thought of you and how the news would also be hard on you and my sweet little friend, Ashley. You are always jumping in to give a lift for those who are struggling and God seems to use you to speak to those who are hurting. I know what a friend you are to the other parents at St. Jude and I know that you hurt because of their pain. I just wanted to tell you that I am praying for that miracle for little Stanton and praying for you, as well. The emotions you have experienced over the last few years must be tremendous and you handle it with much dignity and grace.

Tell my buddy that I love her and I want to see you both soon! I am always thinking of you and will be saying extra prayers for the St. Jude families.

Love,
Melinda
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, February 5, 2005 6:21 PM CST

WOW Praise God, We love you Ashley and know that God has great things for you! We still miss you upstairs, but we have your brother Tyler and we thank God for him!

Pastor Paul
Pastor Paul <Pastorstrong@aol.com>
Oakland, TN - Friday, February 4, 2005 9:28 AM CST

So glad to hear about your clear scans!!!! Praise God!!!
Kathy McClellan <ksmcc@charter.net>
Sikeston, MO - Tuesday, February 1, 2005 5:37 PM CST

Donna,
Yes, I thought that I saw you guys in the hall last week. I recognized Ashley's beautiful face! Forgive me for not introducing myself.

Thank you so much for your prayers and encouraging words. Your messages in Jay's guest book are always so uplifting for me. I feel so blessed to have you as a prayer warrior for our family. We are just in awe over what God is doing in our lives and we owe it all to the power of prayer! We are also praising God for another awesome report for Miss Ashley!

Hopefully sometime in the near future we will be able to meet in person. We will continue to pray for Ashley and your family.

God bless!

Love, Cindy
Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net>
- Tuesday, February 1, 2005 7:08 AM CST

Thank you for praying for our family... your encouragement is priceless! Indeed, those in the St. Jude family have a very special bond. We stand with you.
Tom, Jennifer, Eli and Ben Bowen www.bens-story.com <tom@bens-story.com>
- Sunday, January 30, 2005 10:22 PM CST

Wow Mom!!What an awesome entry!!I found your site from Stanton's and I check it frequently and pray for your precious child daily!!What a wonderful christian testimony you and your child have shared with us!Praisin' HIM tonite for good 3 month scans!May you have a blessed week ahead!!
Libby kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Friday, January 28, 2005 10:19 PM CST

Hello Donna,
I read about your daughter's website on Stanton's website and went immediately to it being that our Ashley also has osteosarcoma. It was exactly what I needed to read and hear at exactly the right time. It was definitely orchestrated by God. I went back and read the journal history about your daughter's past two years with osteo. Our Ashleys are definitely fighters and very strong young women of God. There were entries in your journal that I felt I could have written...especially after their surgeries. I am so glad to hear your Ashley is doing well. God is Good All the Time!!!
www.caringbridge.org/la/princessashley
Valerie Taylor <vah9776@aol.com>
Downsville, LA USA - Friday, January 28, 2005 7:16 PM CST

Hello Ashley and Family! We are another St. Jude family and found your site through Stanton's. Your entry was such a blessing to me, since I am already DREADING bella's next scans. God is really testing our ability to leave it to Him! Thank you for sharing your joys and struggles.
The Horrocks Family www.caringbridge.com/fl/bella <mmhorrocks@earthlink.net or www.caringbridge.com/fl/bella>
Cape Coral, FL USA - Thursday, January 27, 2005 11:44 PM CST

Dearest Ashley and family. I am so happy for your good news. Donna, thanks for the reminder that St. Jude didn't give up on Ben, but released him. Ashley, I too have cried several tears for this dear boy. I attended a memorial celebration for one of my dear little transplant patients last night and the tears flowed. His mother asked me why I was crying. I told her it was the beautiful music and the thoughts of her little angel smiling peacefully down on us. It wasn't the words (they were all in spanish - smile). The father spoke of needing a sign from heaven that he was okay. A small boy (a patient) came up to the father later that very day and told him he had a dream about his son. He was in heaven with the other children that had gone before him and they were all happy. His son had not been given a job yet as had all the other children, because he was new. This father knew this was his sign that his son was okay. It is with these stories that I manage to go to work and take care of these children. I worry about remaining hopeful even when it seems all hope is lost. But reading your entries Donna and Ashley and knowing how faithful you are inspires me to keep hope. Please know that I think of you often and pray for Ashley. Hers has been and continues to be a difficult journey. Not only in what she faces with her own scans and fears, but knowing that the future is not always bright for the other children she has met. Sorry to carry on, but your entries do inspire me.
Angela Pratt (former weekend 2nd floor nurse) <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN - Thursday, January 27, 2005 9:15 PM CST

Thanks for sharing the excellent report. Now try to breathe and enjoy some qaulity family time before the next scans roll around again. I know that's eaiser said than done.

Maybe next time you ought to seek out the chapel by Clinic D or run across the street to pray in the pavillion chapel. I'm sure praying in a chapel would have to be a little more pleasant than being on your knees in a bathroom! ha ha

Your Christmas tree was decorated very similiar to ours with gold ribbons and ornaments. St. Jude families really are connected in many ways.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranqulity.net>
Columbia, MO - Thursday, January 27, 2005 2:42 PM CST

PRAISE THE LORD. We have lifted you all up all week in prayer. I checked the web all day yesterday to hear the good report. Thank you for your faith. It inspires all St. Jude patients and parents.
The Adams Family <voladams@adlephia.net>
Norton, VA - Thursday, January 27, 2005 9:57 AM CST

Praying for a calm spirit, peace in your heart......and clear scans!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Tuesday, January 25, 2005 10:43 PM CST

Okay I am sitting here feeling like the BIG DUMMY I am.....I missed the big day!!!!!! I can't believe my precious little friend is a teenager!!!!!! I think you deserve an extra special "TEENAGER" present from your "WAY TOO OLD and FORGETFUL" friend! I hope your Birthday Week has been wonderful. We'll have to make plans to get together and celebrate. I will be praying hard and thinking of you this Wednesday, but we know God is already there and IN CHARGE! I LOVE YOU MY DARLING MISS TENNAGER!!!!

Love,
Miss Melinda

P.S. How can you be 13 and your Mom only looks 19??????????
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN 38016 - Sunday, January 23, 2005 10:22 PM CST

Happy NEW TEENAGER Birthday!!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Friday, January 21, 2005 5:27 PM CST

Hi Ashley,

Wow! You are one gorgeous teenager. I have enjoyed seeing your recent pictures. Your Grandfather looks happier in the pictures with his grandchildren than in those taken of him at work. I wonder why?

I hope you had a great birthday. This was a big one. You are on your way!

Thinking of you often,
Susie Lee, ABF Fort Smith

Susie Lee <bylines@abf.com>
Fort Smith, AR U.S. - Thursday, January 20, 2005 10:58 AM CST

Hi Ashley

Happy Belated Birthday!

You don't know me but I feel like I know you. I'm an ABFer like your grandpa and he told me about you a couple of years ago when you first went to St. Jude. I remember seeing a picture of a "little girl" with a big teddy bear so it's hard to beleive that you are a teenager now... and a beautiful one at that! I pray that our God continues to heal your body and bless your family.

Cheryl Hosier (ABF Fort Smith) <chosier@abf.com>
, - Thursday, January 20, 2005 8:39 AM CST

Ashley,
Best Wishes on a Belated 13th Birthday (Teenage) begins now. Wishing you many more to come. I have known and worked with your grand-father many years beginning in 1973. He's a swell guy.

Gene Baugus
004 - Little Rock
Gene Baugus <gbaugus@abf.com>
N. Little Rock, AR Pulaski - Thursday, January 20, 2005 8:07 AM CST

Ashley,
I love your web page...great photos. Best wishes and Happy Belated Birthday. I'm a good friend of your Grand-father.

Jerry Houghtaling
ABF - Little Rock
Jerry Houghtaling <ghoughtaling@abf.com>
N. Little Rock, AR Pulaski - Thursday, January 20, 2005 7:48 AM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You are a teenager now! Soak it in! It goes by so fast! Believe me.... I know! Smile. You are such a beautiful girl and cannot wait to see you! I keep saying that over and over but you know it's true! I'm so excited it is your 13th birthday! I'll be sure and say a special birthday prayer for you! You are 13 going on 30. You are so wise and optimistic! You live every moment as if it were your last! I admire you're bright spirit! You are an inspiration to me and I think of you everyday! I surely check your website almost everyday! God has blessed you with such a wonderful family and wonderful friends around you. Never take it for granted! You have the ability to make a huge difference in this world! Take advantage of it! God has great plans for your life and I pray I can share in that joy with you! You are incredible and such a bright light in this dim world! I think of you and can't help but smile! You are a princess.... I know I keep saying that but you are, so you better get used to it! I love you and can't wait to see what God has in store for your 13th year!!! A MILLION HUGS!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 10:54 PM CST

Hi Ashley,
Congratulations #13. I hope you had a wonderful birthday. You are a BEAUTIFUL young lady. Best Wishes Always!
I will keep you in my prayers. My family always ask about you.

Happy Belated Birthday,

Debbie
ABF - Little Rock

Debbie Furrow
N. Little Rock, AR Pulaski - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 3:15 PM CST

ASHLEY !!! This is PAPA !! & Mamie said I need to learn how to use this computer and send you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY 13
e-mail...so I hope this message doesnt go to Heaven or somewhere out in outer-space ,like some teenagers do when they reach the old age of 13....but the good news is that most of them come back to earth when they are about 20 or 21,..(when they run out of money and homecooking).. So here we are, like 13 years ago with a room full of people, watching your dad make a fool of himself running around in the waiting room in his hospital monkey suit, and waiting for you and your mom to surprise us.. ..and what a special surprise and gift you were.... and today, we are still there, standing on the sidelines as your cheerleaders to applaude you for being a such a brave and strong person, especially during the last few years at ST Jude.. ..We thank God for his touch on your life. Your bright spirit is a light to our family and we are proud & happy that you chose us to be your grandparents. Meanwhile, we allfasten our seat-belts as you blast off into those tremendous teenage years. .. (don't forget to buckle yours too !!) LOVE & HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!! PaPa & Mamie....
Hey, not surprising, but your website picture is beautiful... with that bright smile of yours...... but, who is that handsome guy with you..the one wearing his daddys necktie..?? looks like he is 18 or something?? Surely that's not your little kid brother ??now push PF13-for send & the computer is suppose to sing..HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU !!!!!!!!!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUR...HAPPPPPPIE BIRTHDAY
TO ASHLEY ....HAPPY BIRTHYDAY TO YOU.. SING IT MAMIE !!!..
Cecil & Wanda White <cejunwhite@att.net>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 2:52 PM CST

Happy Birthday Ashley!!! You are beautiful teenager. I know that your mom and dad are so proud of you. I pray that God continues to bless you with perfect health.

Love,
Dawn

www.caringbridge.org/ms/shaepierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
Hernando, MS - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 2:41 PM CST

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASH;EY AND I AM SO GLAD YOU ARE DOING WELL. I SEE YOUR MOM HAD SPECIAL DAY FOR YOU. ASHLEY YOU HAVE A GREAT MOM AND SHE LOVES YOU UNCONDITIONALLY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL WHEN YOU COME BACK TO ST JUDE FOR YOUR CHECKUP. I KNOW EVERYTHING WILL GOE WELL. PUT YOUR TRUST IN GOD AND HE WILL WOR K IT OUT. I HOPE YOU ALL HAD GREAT HOLIDAYS AND SANTA WAS GOOD TO EVERYONE. I MISS YOU AND LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU WHEN YOU RETURN TO ST JUDE. THE ANGEL LADY MRS. CRYSTAL IN E CLINIC
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 1:54 PM CST

Ashley Nicole,
I am so excited for you to become a teen-ager! Isn't it time that you start babysitting for me? Addison and I are both patiently waiting. I guess we can discuss that later. For now, I want to make sure that you know how much I love you and that I am sending you wonderful birthday wishes on your special day. Happy Birthday Precious!!! I love you, Cindy & Addison, too...
Cindy Toy <ctoy@obius.jnj.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 1:48 PM CST

Hey Miss Teenager, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
The teen crowd couldn't be getting a better girl! Guess I'll have to act even more 'cool' when I'm hanging out with you. Stay sweet (I mean, yo...be cool).
Love Ya! Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Memphis, TN - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 11:25 AM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I hope you are having a great birthday!! I just want you to know that I remember your birthday every year b/c I remember sitting in the waiting room with all of your family waiting for you to get here. That was the first time I had ever seen a baby that soon after being born and it was so exciting!! So that is why I remember your birthday every year even if I don't tell ya!!:) But I did remember to tell you this year!!! So once again, "Have a Happy Happy Birthday!!!"
God Bless,
Samantha Slade
Samantha Slade <sdavis2099@aol.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 10:00 AM CST

Good morning Ashley
To our number one buddy.
This is Mr Ronnie & Ms. Kathy
WE wanted to be the first to wish you a very HAPPY HAPPY
and WONDERFUL birthday.

WE LOVE YOU! See you at the birthday party.
GOD BLESS
MR. Ronnie & Ms. Kathy
Ronnie & Kathy Gant
Collierville, Tn. USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 9:32 AM CST

What a great picture on the home page! Jingle Bell Ball, right?! The other pictures are beautiful, too. As always, Donna, thanks for sharing from your heart and sharing your hard-earned wisdom. I'll be praying about the upcoming checkup. Hugs -
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Saturday, January 15, 2005 3:29 PM CST

A little bird told me that your birthday is coming up soon. I am going to be out of town so I wanted to wish you an early Happy Birthday!!!
Rebecca Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
- Thursday, January 13, 2005 10:41 AM CST

Thanks for checking in on us... we are praying with you. Feel free to share Ben's site and prayer needs with your friends. If it is OK, we will do the same.

God bless you!
Tom, Jennifer, Eli and Ben Bowen <tom@bens-story.com>
- Wednesday, January 12, 2005 10:12 PM CST

To the Garrett's
Happy New Year! What a wonderful testimony of God's grace for your family. Your faith has been an inspiration for others. May God continue to bless and keep you.
Bobbi Blankenship <bblankenship@sedgwickcms.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Wednesday, January 12, 2005 4:45 PM CST

Happy New Year princess! Just wanted to drop you a little smile and tell you I am thinking about you. Been meaning to write and tell you I'm still checking up on you! I have a friend who was just diagnosed with ALL-T. She is at St. Jude now. Please be in prayer for her. I hope you had an awesome New Year! Praying for you continuously! Hope to see you soon! Hugs!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2005 11:18 AM CST

Thanks for signing Jill's guest book. Yes, we have a lot in common, our children and family have experienced some of the same things. What a year. But we learned a lot from it. Your entire family will remain in our prayers.
Joyce Zulovich www.caringbridge.org/mo/jillsjourney <stjudemom@tranquility.net>
Columbia, MO - Monday, January 10, 2005 5:59 PM CST

Happy New Year to all the Garrett's from the Garrett's - you know - the other one in Cordova!
Praise God that everyone is doing so well. Christian is in braces now...going to Dr. Kevin Utley - thanks to Floyd's office...Giselle is in reading glasses...Marie's business is just a kickin'...and Chris is our solid rock holding it all together.
I love reading the comments and monitoring your progress over the last two years...what a ministry!!! Both you and your brother have a mighty ministry ahead of you!
Miss you and love you!

Marie, Chris, Christian & Giselle
Marie Garrett <beautiree@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, January 8, 2005 4:59 AM CST

HI I AM SO GLAD TO HEAR ASHLEY IS DOING GOOD. I AM GLAD YOU HAD GOOD HOLIDAYS. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU AND THE FAMILY.I MISS YOU GUYS BUT I KNOW YOU ARE GLAD YOU ARE NOT HERE. GOD IS GOOD AND HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. ASHLEY LOOKS GREAT AND HAPPY. I JUST WANTED TO CHECK IN AND SAY HI. I MISS YOU ASHLEY AND TELL EVERYONE I SAID HI. I AM GOING BACK TO WORK NOW. TALK WITH YOU LATER.......
CRYSTAL <CRYSTAL.SMITH@STJUDE.ORG>
MEMPHIS, TENN SHELBY - Wednesday, January 5, 2005 9:13 AM CST

Just wanted to drop a quick note to say, "Happy New Year." I hope your holidays were wonderful!

Love
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, Ca - Tuesday, January 4, 2005 2:24 PM CST

I live in Minden,La.(Stanton's hometown) and I just wanted to say what an inspiration you and your family are to me and so many others!!You are beautiful inside and out,I know your parents must be so proud of you!!I will keep you in my prayers,praying for good test results when you go back to visit the JUDE!!God Bless You!!!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Monday, January 3, 2005 11:13 PM CST

Happy New Year to the Garrett family! I hope your Christmas was joy filled and that 2005 is, too! Love ya -
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Monday, January 3, 2005 6:21 PM CST

Hi cutie, hope this finds you all doing well. We wish you a Healthy & Happy Holiday!
Angel Chris {Gooch's mom} and all your friends at ~ Smile Quilts ~

- Thursday, December 23, 2004 8:08 PM CST

Hey Princess! I hope you are continuing to do well! Just thought I'd write you a little happy. Smile. I check your page almost everyday! Can't wait to hear another great update!!! You are beautiful and I just wanted to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Can't wait to see you!! Hugs! Love you!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, December 21, 2004 5:19 PM CST

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL THE GARRETT'S! HOPE ALL IS WONDERFUL WITH YOU AND IT CONTINUES FOREVER!!!
TIME FOR A NEW UPDATE PEOPLE!!!!
MUCH LOVE,
KAY HALEY

KAY HALEY <HALEY-K@CO.SHELBY.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, TN - Monday, December 20, 2004 9:00 AM CST

hey ashley...guess what???? IT'S A GIRL!!!! can you believe it!!?!?! i am still in shock! Eli is going to have pigatails to pull! what am i going to do! we are so excited. her name is going to be Ella Kathryn-we'll call her "Ella Kate". i hope you and your family have a very merry christmas! love you lots!
Candice Duffy <candice.duffy@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Sunday, December 19, 2004 1:44 AM CST

Hello, lil' priss-pot!! That's a cute picture of you at The Peabody. Just wanted to let you know how special you are to me and to all of your family. I am so proud of you Ashley! Looking forward to spending the holidays with you! Cindy
Cindy Toy <ctoy@obius.jnj.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, December 15, 2004 8:16 AM CST

Hey Donna, Ashley and Tyler, It was great seeing you at the Jingle Bell Ball! I hope you had a good time. Wow, Ashley and Tyler, you both looked so grown up in your "Sunday best"! I hope the pictures you took turn out, Donna. I enjoyed connecting with you in person since I hadn't seen you for a few years. Thanks for your friendship. What a privilege it is to be able to pray for your family and know that God is keeping you in the hollow of His hand. Have a great Christmas! Love and hugs -
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Monday, December 13, 2004 8:53 AM CST

Hey Miss Ashley,
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your sweet family! I think of you all the time and know that whatever you are doing, you are doing it with that beautiful smile on your face! You and your family will always be on my list of thanks. God sure blessed me with your friendships. I hope to see you during the holidays. Give my love to your Mom! (and your Dad and Tyler, too!) I love you very much!
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, November 27, 2004 4:40 PM CST

Ashley,You are a beautiful girl shining bright for the LORD!!!!I live in Stanton and Emilie DuBose's hometown-Minden and I was led to your page from Stanton's.I read everything you have been thru and I stand in awe of you and your family.I will continue to pray for you along with all the other St.Jude kids!May god bless you ,you are amazing !!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La. USA - Friday, November 26, 2004 10:34 PM CST

Hey Princess! I am so glad all is still well with you! Praise the LORD! I wanted to drop you a little happy and tell you that I am thankful you are in remission and such a bright light in this sometimes dark world. You are always in my thoughts and prayers! Cannot wait to see you again!! Tell your beautiful mother hello for me and look forward to seeing you sometime soon! Keep smiling for Jesus!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Friday, November 26, 2004 9:38 PM CST

Hey Ashley,
Sorry I have not written in a while. How was your thanksgiving? Mine was so enjoyful. You see, last year we had a fire in our house and it burnt our kitchen. So this the first year ( since we had the fire )in our "new" kitchen. Well, I just wanted to check on you and your family and see how you are doing. Talk to you later. God Bless.

Love,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, November 26, 2004 7:10 PM CST

Hi Guys!

Sorry for taking so long to write, but great to check website and to see wonderful news. I hope ya'll have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

love ya,
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Sunday, November 21, 2004 8:58 PM CST

HI Y'ALL!!!
THIS IS KAY HALEY, SIGNING IN TO SAY HELLO AND WISH YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY TURKEY DAY. THE NEW PICS ARE FABULOUS AND MS ASHLEY, YOU ARE SOOO GORGEOUS! I AM SURE IT IS A COMBO OF BOTH PARENTS!!! HAHA DR. G. THAT IS SO LIKE YOU TO TAKE CARE OF STANTON'S MOM. YOU ARE THE BEST AND WE ALL LOVE YOU TO PIECES.
TILL NEXT TIME.
KAY HALEY, FRIEND AND SATISFIED PATIENT OF DOC FLOYD'S!! :o)
KAY HALEY <HALEY-K@CO.SHELBY.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, TN - Friday, November 19, 2004 7:21 AM CST

Happy Thanksgiving!
We hope this holiday is filled with many blessings.
We are blessed to have you as a member of the Smile Quilt family. You are in our prayers.
Warm Hugs,
Angel Gloria from Smile Quilts <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Thursday, November 18, 2004 10:25 AM CST

Hi there! Hope everyone is doing well at your house. You are probably already aware, but just in case....today's paper has a short blurb about Marlo Thomas' fund raising campaign for St. Jude and how a "Today" crew recently interviewed children for it. "One child appears this morning; five others will be profiled next week", according to the paper. I'm hoping Ashley is one of them (!)but , if not, I'm sure it will be a successful fund raiser anyway! Take care Garrett family -
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Tuesday, November 16, 2004 7:54 AM CST

hey guys,
this is madison adams.
i am fine now.my doctors
said my kidnies are fine so i went hme a long time ago.i'm glad ashley scans are clear.i go back to st.judes on 11-30-04. love madison
madison adams <voladams@adelphia.net>
norton, va usa - Wednesday, October 27, 2004 4:35 PM CDT

Hey Princess! Praise God the scans are once again clear! Continuing to check in on you a few times a week to keep hearing great news! Hope school is going well this semester and you just keep being that sweet angel you are! You are such a bright light and can't wait to hear more fantastic news! All my love and prayers!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, October 24, 2004 10:02 PM CDT

Hope this finds you doing well.
Thrilled to hear your last scans were fine!
We're keeping you in our prayers.

Angel Chris {Gooch's mom} and all your friends at ~ Smile Quilts ~

- Sunday, October 24, 2004 0:06 AM CDT

I just wanted to say thank you for your message to Emma Grace's mom. I have been reading her site since Wednesday of last week. THe Minister of Music's daughter at our church FBC Minden took his daughter Emilie (13 months) to StJude's on Wednesday last week. She has NF1 & should begin chemo for the tumor behind her eye next week. Todd and ALicia and their children (Melodie (4) and Natalie (3) are our dearest friends and it has been a tough last 2 weeks. www.caringbridge.org/la/emilie Todd's father is also the pastor of our church. Stanton Haynes and Tina< Jeff and Hayden are members of our church as well.

Anyway, what I wanted to tell you that touched me most in your message to Trish is the liquid prayers. I like to be strong and in control and often fight my emotions or rather hold back. I am a "do" person & this is one of those times that I feel very helpless and this has really caused me to have to sit back (which is hard for me) and listen to GOd's voice and learn. The last two weeks have been a struggle for me - my mother told me Amy, you can't do anything - just pray and pray and pray . . . The more I pray without ceasing the more emotional I am becoming and yet I still try to hold back my tears - I don't know if I am trying to grasp at the final strings of control or what. I really believe that the LORD sent me to your beautiful daughter's site so that your words could minister to me. LIQUID PRAYERS and here I am trying to stop something that I should being freely offering my LORD. LIQUID PRAYERS!!!! God is truly awesome and I thank Him for sending me to you tonight to teach me one more lesson in my journey to know more about HIM. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

Please know also that my family will add your to our prayer list and we will continue to remember your family. Your daughter's name just jumped out at me Ashley is my sister's name and Garrett is my son's. GOD works in mysterious ways. THANK YOU AGAIN & GOD BLESS YOU
amy walker <amywalker@nls.k12.la.us>
MINDEN, - Wednesday, October 20, 2004 8:41 PM CDT

Hey Ashley, You go girl! You are beautiful on stage!

Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Friday, October 15, 2004 8:43 PM CDT

Thank you for sharing that story, it really touched my heart! One can only imagine what these kids go through.
Ashley is a very beautiful young lady and from reading about her it sounds like she is also beautiful on the inside as well! Praying daily for all these families who battle cancer on a day to day basis. May God bless you and your family and I will continue to lift You up in prayer. Way to go Ashley!!!
Libby Kokinos <nanalib03@bellsouth.net>
Minden, La, USA - Thursday, October 7, 2004 11:01 PM CDT

HELLO STRANGERS. I HAVE NOT SEEN YOU ALL IN A WHILE. I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT EMMA AND STANTON. I WILL BE PRAYING FOR BOTH FAMILIES AND I WILL PUT THEM ON OUR PRAYER LIST AT MY CHURCH. ASHLEY IS A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG GIRL AND I MISS YOU ALL VERY MUCH. TELL EVERYONE I SAID HELLO. MY CLINIC HAS MOVED IN THE BACK WHERE ECHO EKG USED TO BE. WE ARE NEURONCOLOGY CLINIC NOW NOT BRAIN TUMOR. WE HAVE BEEN IN OUR NEW CLINIC SINCE JANUARY. I WAS JUST THINKING ABOUT YOU ALL AND THOUGHT I WOULD WRITE ON YOUR WEBSITE. I AM GLAD ASHLEY IS DOING WELL. I LOVE YOU ALL AND YOU ALL HAVE A BLESSED DAY. I WILL KEEP STANTON AND EMMA IN MY PRAYERS AS I DO ALL MY CHILDREN HERE AT ST JUDE. THE ANGEL LADY MRS. CRYSTAL
crystal <crystal.smith@stjude.org>
memphis, tenn shelby - Monday, October 4, 2004 1:15 PM CDT

Hello Miss Youth Personality and the queen mother! You two are wonderful! I am so proud to have been a part of your FIRST and definitely not last crowning. You are such an inspiration to me and encourage me more and more to continue to pursue my nursing career for St. Jude. You are what it is all about. You are so sweet and caring and I admire you more than you will ever know. I hope to be included in coming to your first real pageant and seeing you on stage looking as ravishing as always. Please continue to keep me updated. I'm so glad leg lengthening went well. And don't worry I'm not a needle person either! I'm 19 and still kick and scream when I have to get stuck with needles! You just keep on loving the Lord and smiling that spectacular smile of yours! I love you and your beautiful mother so dearly!!!! Praying for you constantly!!!
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, October 3, 2004 7:49 PM CDT

Yeah Ashley on the great job with the leg lengthening! i'm so proud of you! tell mom it took half my shift to read her entry...ha ha ha! maybe she should update a little more often! she knows i'm kidding with her! SMILE!! I miss seeing you now that i work on the weekends at night..ugh! but i enjoy being with my little man...speaking of...can you believe he will be ONE on friday????? it seems like yesterday that we were at camp and i was toting around my 6 month pregnant self...oh! guess what? Eli will have a playmate sometime in may...yep! i'll keep you posted on if it's a girl or boy. take care and i love you!
Candice Duffy <candice.duffy@stjude.org>
- Saturday, October 2, 2004 11:56 PM CDT

Hi Donna and Ashley,

Congrats on the lengthening process. Modern medicine and technology never seem to amaze me. I am glad that things are going well for you. I am very sad to hear about Emma Grace. I visit her sight often. What a doll. How is Big Sam doing? I keep his family in my prayers.

Thank you for the continued updates. Miss ya!
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Saturday, October 2, 2004 11:23 PM CDT

Wow! What modern technology can do these days! I had no idea the leg-lengthening process could be so "simple" and non-invasive. What a great experience at the fair! Congratulations on the recognition you so deserve. God has allowed you to touch so many lives in such a positive way. As always, thanks for sharing your ups and downs, even when some arthat I felt like Jay was being left out because of his limitations. It breaks my heart for him because I know that he perceives himself as different. But as soon as those feelings emerge, I am reminded of why Jay is different. Our children have been "granted on the behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him"(Philippians 1:29). Jay and Ashley's lives are showcases for God. They have been chosen to struggle for God's glory. That is why they are different. When Max Lucado speaks about those who suffer he says, "The light of God prisms through their aching lives and spills forth in a cascade of colors. God-glimpses." In everything that Jay does I see glimpses of God and I know that everyone who knows Jay sees that too. Donna, our children are miracles...and their stories aren't over yet!

Okay, I will stop rambling. Can you tell the Lord has really been working on my broken heart?:)

I hope to hear from you soon. Ashley remains in my prayers.

Blessings,
Cindy
Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net>
Macon, GA - Monday, August 30, 2004 3:22 PM CDT

Wow, what an entry. Donna I am so sad to hear about Marilyn. I will add her and Jimmy to my prayers. I am so happy that your life has returned to "normal" as you call it. I think of you and your family often and hope that I can sit and chat with you some day soon. I miss ya.

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Sunday, August 29, 2004 9:36 PM CDT

Hey guys! It is great to hear that you all are back to your "new normal" life. Donna your entry touched my heart in so many ways and you have nothing to apologize for any feelings that you have. No matter what the ending is, our lives have been changed and we have to deal with it. The kids are the strong ones but as a parent you can't help but worry about them. Ashely has such a story to tell and it seems that she is doing it in grand fashion. You are such a strong amazing woman. Thank you for keeping the journal entries from your heart.
Jeff, Tina and Stanton www.caringbridge.org/la/stanton <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Memphis, tn - Sunday, August 29, 2004 10:22 AM CDT

Ashley & Donna,
I am so happy to hear all of the good news. I am so glad to see that God's blessing are continueous in your lives. It really is a blessing whenever I read the journals. The fact that we take so many things for granted is brought to my attention when reading about Ashley. What a strong and powerful little ANGEL she is! I am glad ya'll are back in the swing of school and other activities. Donna & Floyd, Kisses to both of you and I am so proud God put both of you in my path. Love, Brenda Rhoda
Brenda Rhoda <brendarhoda@yahoo.com>
Hernando, MS Desoto - Sunday, August 29, 2004 7:20 AM CDT

Ashley and Donna, As always I am in Awe of Gods grace and love. I pray for your family and your pray request everytime I read your journal.
Bonnie Green (Fred's Inc.) <bgreen@fred'sinc.com>
- Friday, August 27, 2004 8:10 AM CDT

Hey Garrett Family!! Well, I check in on you more than you know but have not been good about signing the guestbook! My heart is always so very blessed to read about what's going on with you all and I'm so EXCITED to hear about your drama competition!! YEEE HAAAWWWW!!! Great job! Ain't God so Good?!?!?! We love you all and we are so thankful God placed your wonderful family in our path. What a true blessing from God you all are! And Donna, you just share your heart ... it's always a blessing to mine!! Love ya! Trish PS ... We're back in Memphis so look out ... you never know when we'lll show up! HAHAHAHA! But I PROMISE Eli WILL be supervised!! HAHA!
Barney, Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR - Friday, August 27, 2004 2:11 AM CDT

Hey Ashley - just stopped by to see how you are. So glad to see the update. You and your mom are so inspiring. It has been difficult at the hospital lately (to say the least) and it is good to know someone is out there surviving. Praise God. Do you remember K. Krog? I heard through someone that she is having a difficult time "fitting in" and all. She has also had some difficulty with her prosthesis. Just thought you might add her to your prayer list. I haven't actually seen them lately, just know they've been in the hospital and had a difficult time. I am so happy (smile) that you were at that Wright conference. I could not think of any family better capable of letting them know what their product has meant to families. And yes, thankfully the product development has moved from the garage. It is another blessing from God that the timing of things was the way it was. It is sad to think that not that many years ago (and still with some doctors) that you didn't have the choice to save your leg. Sorry - I have rambled. I just want you to know I think of you guys often and love the updates.
Angela Pratt (weekend 2nd floor nurse) <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 7:42 PM CDT

Hey Ashley,
It is always encouraging to read what's going on with you. You are a great encouragement to all the people in our Sunday School class as well! I thank God for your Mom & Dad and their faith too! Congratulations on being Duck-master! I'm only a little jealous!;)

We're still praying for you!
Dr. Jones
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, August 24, 2004 10:16 PM CDT

Hi Donna...thank you for visiting Jay's page. Your visit was not just a coincidence...it was a God-incidence. As you probably know, many St. Jude children are currently not doing well. Many of the children that I keep up with have relapsed and several children have gone to be with Jesus. I have been very sad and frustrated over the past few weeks. Satan has really had a field day with my emotions lately. During my prayer time the morning before you wrote in Jay's guestbook, I had asked God to lead me to some success stories. I was in desperate need of encouragement and reassurance. That night I about fell out my chair when I read your entry. God had answered my prayer and sent you with Ashley's story of hope and healing. I have been truly blessed by reading Ashley's journal history. What an amazing God we serve! I have added Ashley and your family to my prayer list and will continue to check-in on you guys. I thank God for what he has done and what he is going to do in Ashely's life.

Thanks again!
Cindy Gaskins
Cindy Gaskins/caringbridge.org/ga/jay <gask3534@bellsouth.net>
Macon, GA - Sunday, August 15, 2004 3:53 PM CDT

Hey Ashley, thought you'd be interested to know that I "stole"/borrowed the "No Mo Chemo" phrase yesterday. A young man in our neighborhood had his last chemo treatment today. So last night, several neighbors gathered at my house to sign and color a big poster that said "Hey Mitch, No Mo Chemo!" Today we hung it over their garage door so that they'd see it when they got home. I think they liked it, but obviously it wasn't my idea - St. Jude deserves that credit!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Tuesday, August 10, 2004 5:42 PM CDT

I know that you are excited about school starting!!! To me, you will always be in first grade. There is no way that you can be in seventh grade. I am sure that I will see you up at school. Congratulations on another round of clear scans!!
Love,
Mrs. Copeland

Rebecca Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
- Thursday, August 5, 2004 10:10 AM CDT

Hello Garrett family,
We are going home today after Madison gets finished in the clinic. We wanted to be able to come to church Sunday but the fungal medicine has taken over our lives. We really appreciate all you have done to help us. I know that you were there if we needed you. We will be back in 2 weeks for a scan. We are still taking fungas medicine and will have to drive a little over an hour to get to a St. Judes branch to take it. It will be worth it just to be home. See you all and we love you all. Even though we are not here we will always have Ashley in our prayers. After the healing of our childs body then it seems worry begins. The check ups, as you know, are very taxing on the mind. Please pray that we do not let the devil play with our minds.
Again we love you and thank you,
The Adams Family
Debbie Adams <voladams@bellatlantic.net>
Norton, VA - Wednesday, August 4, 2004 0:37 AM CDT

Hi Ashley! I am so happy to hear about your clears scans! That is wonderful! I hope all is going well! Love, Samantha Beverage
Samantha Beverage <samantha.beverage@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN - Thursday, July 29, 2004 10:59 PM CDT

Ashley,

I was so relieved to hear the news regarding your tests. Tell your mom I may be home the end of August. I will let her know as I would love to see you both. Keep up the strength and faith!

Love ya,

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Wednesday, July 28, 2004 12:30 AM CDT

Dear Ashley & family,
It was so nice seeing you and all your family for the end of summer CDS getting ready to go back to school party. What a beautiful afternoon for a swim and snowcones! We are so happy and relieved that all is clear with scans. We will say prayers for all those special people that you mentioned in your last update. Hope that you have a wonderful rest of the summer. See you at school.

Fondly,
Shelley, Dorothy,Stephanie & Christine Smith <dasmithcpa@aol.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Wednesday, July 28, 2004 10:33 AM CDT

Hi Garrett family! I thought of you when I read this today: "Joy is not the absence of suffering but the presence of God." You have been such a model of joy over the last two years, despite the fears and anxiety. Thanks for sharing it so freely!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Wednesday, July 28, 2004 8:00 AM CDT

Hello Garretts,
It's good to know that you have a web site. The pictures of beautiful.
God is so awsome. Our family will stand in agreement with you that Ashley will not have to go through her procedure. God can do all things.
Your entries are so uplifting. I am glad I have had a chance to read them.
There are so many children that you come in contact with when you are here. My friend Julie (caringbridge.org/fl/easton) and I were talking about how you could drive yourself crazy worrying about all these children. I put myself in the parents place sometimes and that really is not good. But I have fallen in love with every child I have met.
I have rambled enough. Our prayers include your family. Thank you for being a friend. We hope to get back to church tomorrow. If not then, surely before we get to go home.
Love,
The Adams Family (Madison)
Debbie Adams <voladams@bellatlantic.net>
Norton, VA - Saturday, July 24, 2004 10:29 PM CDT

Garrett Family,

P.S. I forgot to include my blog address:

http://michellesjournalcorner.blogspot.com
Michelle <ladygrace77@aol.com>
La Habra, CA - Friday, July 23, 2004 12:42 AM CDT

Ashley, Donna and Garrett Family,

My name is Michelle Sybert. I have been praying for you for about two years!! I first heard about you from my friend Tadd Anderson (I worked with her in California). I have been praying for you and keeping up with your progress and have praised the Lord for you!! You are such an encouragement to me. I was deeply saddened to hear about your nephew/cousin, as I have a six month old baby girl named Kya. I am writing to you to let you know that I have your website posted on my "blog" or web-log. It is a webpage just like yours!! If you do not want me to keep it on, I can take it off. I have a lot of friends and family who would love to be able to pray for you and all of the special friends who are struggling with cancer. I hope this is okay. I just wanted to share what a blessing you have been!!
Michelle Sybert <ladygrace77@aol.com>
La Habra, CA - Friday, July 23, 2004 12:41 AM CDT

Hey Ash, great news about another round of clear scans. If you can find time in your schedule, I want to hang out with you and Ty before school starts up, maybe do some more 'adventure rides' in the pool. We can send the folks out and order us up a pizza, make that two pizza's since we don't agree on toppings. Remember, you'll always be my first little niece, so stop growing up so fast (then maybe we can hold off on lengthening the prothesis)??.

Love you, -Uncle Ronnie

Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Friday, July 23, 2004 9:23 AM CDT

Hello Miss Ashley and Donna, (and Mr. Tyler and Floyd, too!)
I am saying a prayer of thanks for your wonderful news! Donna, thank you for asking for prayers for Phillip. We are so grateful to have all of you in our lives and on our side sending up those petitions for us! You are such a faithful warrior! Ashley, you just keep up that beautiful attitude and keep wearing that gorgeous smile!(Phillip said he doesn't know how, but you get prettier each time he sees you!) I know that God has some big plans for you. He sure blessed us with your friendships! Take care and we hope to see you soon.
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, July 22, 2004 11:33 PM CDT

Thanks for sharing the good news of clear scans! And thanks for always reminding us of the fragile-ness (is that a word?!) of life. Yes, God IS good, even when things don't appear to be. He uses all things for His purposes. Wow, what a promise to hold on to! Love ya -
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Thursday, July 22, 2004 11:06 AM CDT

Hi Ashley and Garrett's,

I am praying especially hard for you today that all goes well.

Love
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Wednesday, July 21, 2004 10:33 AM CDT

Ashley,
I'm thinking of and praying for you today. God bless you!

Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Wednesday, July 21, 2004 9:06 AM CDT

hey ashley! i will be thinking about you and praying for you as you have your scans and possible lengthening this week. hang in there...i'm so proud of you! i miss seing you now that i work night weekends. i get to be with eli though more now, so i guess it was an ok trade :) we just got back from vacation too! isn't vacation WONDERFUL!!! take care!

Candice Duffy <candice.duffy@stjude.org>
- Sunday, July 18, 2004 3:39 AM CDT

Dear Ashley,

I will say a prayer for you. Be strong and you will win.

Best wishes from Texas.

Bill Prost
bill prost <bill@prostmarketing.com>
San Antonio, tx usa - Thursday, July 8, 2004 11:24 AM CDT

Hey Ashley and Donna! It's Lauren Lowrey. I was one of the models at the St. Jude Fashion Beauty Queen Show that knows Melinda Winchester and the family real well! I thought I would drop you a quick note! I constantly think about you and pray for you. You are such an inspiration to me and inspire me more everytime I think about you to work at St. Jude. It is beautiful kids like you that keep the world running. You have such a sweet and bright spirit that I can only hope to attain each day. You were absolutely stunning at the fashion show and I hope I run into you again in the future. You are so beautiful and such an amazing young woman. Just wanted to drop you a note and I praise the Lord everything is going great for you! Still praying.
Lauren Lowrey <Pageantgirl63@aol.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, July 5, 2004 11:16 PM CDT

The pictures are wonderful! Thanks for sharing them. Hope you had a great 4th of July.
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Monday, July 5, 2004 7:26 AM CDT

OH MY GOSH!
THE PICTURES ARE GORGEOUS, AS IS THE FAMILY!!!
WHAT A WONDERFUL SUMMER FOR ALL.
KEEP UP THE GREAT UPDATES.
MUCH LOVE,
K
KAY HALEY <HALEY-K@SHELBY.CO.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Friday, July 2, 2004 8:51 AM CDT

Hi Ashley,
You came to the Blytheville Radio/cablethon 2 years ago and i keep up with you and your family. It can be overwhelming to learn just how many people pray for you and you are unaware of them all. Your pictures are great and i pray your family is doing well also.
In Christ,
Bill Kenner
bill kenner <billkenner@allstate.com>
blytheville, AR USA - Tuesday, June 29, 2004 3:00 PM CDT

Hey Garrett family, glad you had a good vacation! Please keep us posted after your next appointment - we'll be praying for peace of mind in the meantime.
the Mecks <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Friday, June 25, 2004 10:50 PM CDT

Hi Ashley,
It is Ashlyn. I am sorry that I have not contacted you in a long time we have been busy too. I am having a horse show today at Mrs. Victoria Montesi's new barn. I am up to a canter so I get to do that in the show. My horse that I am riding is Cody. He is so sweet! When I canter around the barrels he thinks he is in a barrel race!! We are going to Panama City Beach and Destin on Sunday and will not come back until the next Saturday. Hope to talk to you soon!

Love,

Ashlyn

P.S.

Hi Ashley...we will be praying for you for your scans on July 21st! Guess what...our other friend Ashley Davidson who lives in Kentucky will be coming to St. Jude for her checkups too on July 27th...she is really worried. I guess that we will just have to trust God for the two of you!

Love,

"Mrs. DeAnna"
Ashlyn Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, June 25, 2004 8:08 AM CDT

Hello,

I am sorry for not writing sooner. I found myself a little down today and after reading your entry I once again realized that I had nothing to be down about today. The Lord has given you and your family such strength that is displayed in all of you, and I love that you continue to share it with us. It always has such an impact on my life as I am sure it has others. God bless you!

Love ya,
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Monday, June 21, 2004 10:06 PM CDT

I just wanted to thank you for continuing to check on us. Your guestbook entries always seem to come at the perfect time. You have a way of saying things that make me feel so good no matter what the circumstance. You remind me that I am not a warped individual and the feelings are normal. We love you guys!
Jeff, Tina and Stanton Haynes www.caringbridge.org/la/stanton <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn - Monday, June 21, 2004 10:38 AM CDT

hi dear garrett's!!!
what a wonderful update. i am so happy for you all.
hope you 4 have the best summer ever.
xox
kay haley
kay haley <haley-@co.shelby.tn.us>
millington, tn usa - Monday, June 14, 2004 7:48 AM CDT

Hi Ashley, Donna, Floyd and Tyler, this is Terri and Madeline Zollinger. We were thinking about you and your family so I just read the May entry. I cried "a little" because your Mom is so good at expressing her feelings but mostly I gave thanks to God for your health and your family. We are very glad to hear these good reports and since we are moving back to Collierville in a few weeks, maybe we can come visit.
Terri and Madeline Zollinger <teez1028@aol.com>
Scottsdale, AZ USA - Monday, June 7, 2004 11:50 PM CDT

Hey Ashley, Donna, Tyler and Floyd. Just wanted to say hi and tell you that although I miss seeing your faces I am so grateful to hear of the clear scans once again. It is hard to believe that it has been 2 years since I first met all of you but God has certainly used that time to speak volumes to me through all of you. I still pray for Ashley daily and always check to see when she is coming again for scans. Ashley, you are even more beautiful now than when we first met. You have an inner beauty in addition to the outward. I only wish I had your faith at times. Take care and I look forward to seeing all of you soon. Love ya
Jana Freeman <jana.freeman@stjude.org>
Southaven, MS - Monday, June 7, 2004 8:11 AM CDT

Hey Little Miss Sunshine!
I saw you in the Shelby Sun Times this morning, looking beautiful as always! I hope you are having a wonderful, fun summer. We need to get together. I have some pictures for you from your fashion show debut. Donna, you have an amazing gift for speaking (or writing) from your heart. Thank you for sharing your experiences. You are a source of inspiration and hope for a lot of people, me included!
I hope to see you girls soon!

Love,
Melinda
Melinda Harmon Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, June 2, 2004 11:32 AM CDT

Donna,
So good to read your updates about Ashley. We too have anniversaries to remember that were not a part of our lives before cancer hit. But, there are good anniversaries too: the day Hannah finished chemo; one year to the day when Hannah finished chemo. I have tried to give up the date of discovery/diagnosis and exchange it with the completion date, although the former has more of an impact upon us. The finish date quietly came and went whereas the events of the start date are forever etched in my memory. Many of your words speak what is in my heart as well. I truly can empathize with the struggles, the unknowns, and the fear you faced. And, looking back, I know the walk we walked has made us different...stronger...more understanding of what it means to "wait upon the Lord." I would never choose to go through the experience we had with my daughter having cancer, but I am thankful for it. May we never forget the lessons we learned.

Kathy McClellan <ksmcc@charter.net>
- Monday, May 31, 2004 11:13 PM CDT

Donna & Ashley,

Your journal entry is such an inspiring one for me.
My name is Sheena and I have a 2 1/2 year old daughter who was diagnosed with Wilm's Stage 1 FH on 9-16-03.
She is currently in remission but something appeared on her Ct last week that may be just scar tissue but we are not 100% sure.
Anyway, I wanted to stop in and say hello and that we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Hope all is well and that ya'll have a blessed summer.

~Sending lots of prayers~
Sheena & Gabrielle
www.caringbridge.org/la/gabbylou
Sheena Jennings <sheenajennings@hotmail.com>
Port Barre, LA USA - Saturday, May 22, 2004 10:19 PM CDT

Donna,
This is Brenda Rhoda...all I can say is I love you!!!Your words have always been so touching and I have to
say you are such an inspiration to all who read your journal. God's word is all in your heart and it flows so
sweetly when you put them down on paper. How many lives you've touched through all of this.!!! I knew when I first met you, you were one of the sweetest, cutest thing that ever walked!! Continue to write your feelings because you are writing words so many can't and will help them in there time of need!!!I think of your family often and have prayed many times for ya'll. I know the Lord looks at THE GARRETT's and smiles!
Love to all of you....Your ole buddy "Brenda"
Brenda RHoda <brendarhoda@msn.com>
Hernando, MS US - Saturday, May 22, 2004 10:49 AM CDT

CONGRATULATIONS on the Miriam award!!!! It's well deserved - what a testimony of faith and character you are. Thanks for sharing the special news!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Saturday, May 22, 2004 9:27 AM CDT

HEY ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
CONGRADULATIONS ON THE CLEAR TEST AND THE AWARD. YOU HAVE WORKED SO HARD AND DESERVE IT! I KNOW YOU AND TYLER CAN'T WAIT FOR SCHOOL TO BE OUT AND JUST HAVE SOME SUMMER FUN!!
TIME DOES SEEM TO GO QUICKLY- IT DOESN'T SEEM AS IF IT'S BEEN 2 YEARS. CONTINUE TO KEEP YOUR FAITH AND HAVE FUN. YOU
ARE SUCH AN INSPIRITATION AND I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. TELL MOM SHE STILL DOES SUCH A GREAT JOB IN WRITING ABOUT YOU.
HAVE FUN THIS SUMMER AND I'LL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS AT ST JUDE. GOD IS A MIGHTLY GOD!
LOVE , MRS. JOYCE
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Wednesday, May 19, 2004 9:22 PM CDT

Donna
I read your journal entry today and again was brought to tears, both of pain and joy. Your family has shown an awesome faith to me during these last two years. I know God has a special plan for Ashley's life. May God richly bless your family as you minister to so many others.
Bobbi Blankenship <smbblankship@aol.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Tuesday, May 18, 2004 4:48 PM CDT

Donna,
I read your journal today and was moved by your words from your heart. It was a Joy seeing Ashley,& the family honored Sunday. Ashley is a special gift of God and I see the Ministry in her life. I'm thankful to have friends, & family like you in my life, for each of you are an encourager not only to me, but to many more.

"The Lord bless you and protect you; the Lord make his face shine on you, and be gracious to you; the Lord look with favor on you and give you peace"
Numbers 6:24-26
Mr. Boyd from Church <Boyd2267@ureach.com>
Cordova, , TN usa - Tuesday, May 18, 2004 2:05 AM CDT

Donna-As I read your journal entry today I could feel so many of the emotions. They are all to real. I have had a rough couple of days, nothing in particular just mommy meltdowns so your entry came just in time. We are so blessed to have met you, Floyd and Ashley early in our journey. Your continued support means so much. Thank you so much for the note for Hayden. My heart just aches for him. We are so glad that you are looking back over the last 2 years and seeing the positive. I often say that Stanton is going to have an awesome story to tell and it is my responsibility to see that he uses his story to glorify God. You have definately instilled that in Ashley and it shows. These children are most surely wise beyond their years. Thanks for your continued prayers. We love you!
Jeff, Tina and Stanton www.caringbridge.org/la/stanton <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn - Monday, May 17, 2004 8:58 PM CDT

Hi Ashley and family,
It has been awhile since I signed your guestbook, but we remember you always. I was so glad to hear that your scans have come back good. I know it is hard to go through all the tests, but you are such a strong, faith filled young lady, I know you will do whatever you need to do. I truly hope you and Tyler have a great summer vacation. We will continue to pray for you and your family always.
Love to all,
Helen Prewitt <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn USA - Saturday, May 15, 2004 7:22 PM CDT

Hey! This is Rebcca, again.
I'm really bored at school. I'm so glad that it's almost over!!!
Thank God!!!!!!
Anyway, here comes a teacher! Gotta Go!
Love~ Rebecca
Rebecca A.
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, May 10, 2004 8:30 AM CDT

I am so happy for you Ashley! Your mom does such a great job with your updates, it brings everyone such joy to hear all about you and your family! We will miss you so much at camp, but it sounds like you will have a great summer. Keep in touch! In Him, Lizzie
Lizzie <elizabeth.barnwell@stjude.org>
Memphis, TN - Thursday, May 6, 2004 9:55 AM CDT

Hey!!!
This is Rebecca. I'm at school right now and supposed to be doing a project on the inter net but thought that I would write you a message!
~LoVe~
ReBeCcA
Rebecca A.
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, May 5, 2004 8:33 AM CDT

Hey Dear Garrett Family! Just dropping in to say howdy and want you to know what a wonderful time we had Sunday. What a blessing to getting to worship with you all again!! Emma Grace LOVES being at Cathedral of Praise, canya tell?? She got all keyed up and was being WILD at lunch. I could apologize for her feeling oh so good and showing out so much but I recall a dear, sweet St Jude momma - I believe her name is Donna - told me that I cannot worry about what others think of my child when she's acting out. So, I'm not going to let what others think affect me. I just hope Mr. Floyd's neck has recovered from Emma Grace SWINGING from it!!! WHEW! Was she ever rambunctious!! Eli had such a great time with Tyler & Miss Ashley. I look at her and see God's light just beaming. God reminds us thru her that He's still in the miracle business. Well, we are at home-sweet-home until Monday and will return to do more scans, tests, etc and see where we go from here. Thank you all for being such a blessing and true gifts from God. You all are precious to us and we truly enjoyed the fellowship! May God send a bouquet of flowering blessings your way! In His Love, Trish, Barney, Eli & Emma Grace
Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR U.S.A. - Tuesday, May 4, 2004 3:37 PM CDT

Ashley,
I am a friend of Melinda Winchester. I have been following your progress and praying for you for quite some time. I am one of those that increases the visitor number on your CaringBridge page, but never writes. I am so happy to hear of your clear scans. I can tell that you are truly blessed with the love of your family & friends. I saw the photo of you and Melinda in the paper and you looked beautiful.
I have you in my prayers each day for continued great results.
Doresa Young
http://www.caringbridge.org/fl/roxiewise (my Mom's site)

Doresa Young <doresay@aol.com>
Lutz, FL - Thursday, April 29, 2004 10:00 PM CDT

Ashley,
So glad to share the good news about your clear scans!!!!! I know how wonderful that news is. God knows every need of yours, and when we give our difficulties to his care, he is faithful. You look wonderful with a head of hair in your website picture! Are you going to camp this summer? Please know we think of you often and rejoice in that you are doing so well!!! You are in our prayers!

Kathy McClellan
Hannah's mom
Kathy McClellan <ksmcc@charter.net>
- Wednesday, April 28, 2004 7:32 AM CDT

Dear Ashley & Family - Absolutely great news! We are thrilled and thankful for the good reports (tell Mom thanks for keeping us updated). Our little Taylor is almost five years old now and everytime there is a new update, I read it to her. I think she really understands just what God has done in your life. We love you all and will continue to pray.
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Tuesday, April 27, 2004 8:34 PM CDT

Yeah Ashley!!!! Great news. I was so, so glad to see you yesterday!!
Dori <dparker12@midsouth.rr.com>
- Friday, April 23, 2004 4:44 PM CDT

Hi Ashley, Donna and Family,

We are so glad to hear that you are doing so well...Praise God for answered prayers!!! We have been keeping up with your updates, and it seems like you have been a very busy young lady! Ashlyn says "Hi" and to give her a call sometime soon. We are staying busy with school and lots of other things...we will talk to you real soon!

Love,

The Temple's

DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, April 22, 2004 7:03 PM CDT

WOW! What a wonderful report! We're all singing praises at the Winchester house! We love you Miss Ashley!

Melinda (and family)
Melinda Harmon Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, April 22, 2004 4:45 PM CDT

Hey Ashley!
Thank you Lord for those good test results! I am so excited, happy, thrilled, etc. Have a great day and we love you so much as well as your entire family.
Mike and Cindy Brewer
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville,, tn - Thursday, April 22, 2004 3:48 PM CDT

Dear Ashley & Family,
The Westmorelands just praise GOD for the mighty things HE has done in your life. You are an inspiration to me and so many others. I am so happy for clear scans. I could hardly wait to call some of my prayer partners and let them know how you are doing. I miss you and your wonderful family. Tell Dad and Mom that Derek and his wife Tiffany are having a baby boy in about 2 weeks. If ya'll ever get over to Heber Springs, then you will have to visit them. Take care Ashley and tell your family hello. Encourage your Mom to write a book. She has been an extra devotional for me.
Love,
Cathy Westmoreland
Cathy Westmoreland <clwestmoreland@hotmail.com>
Olive Branch, , MS USA - Thursday, April 22, 2004 2:32 PM CDT

Hallelujah! (not sure if I spelled it right, but you know what I mean!) Praise God for a healthy report! Thanks for the update!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
- Thursday, April 22, 2004 1:25 PM CDT

Hey Miss Ashley (and Donna),

I was thinking of you this morning and thought I should say Hi! I have been hearing nothing but RAVE REVIEWS about your appearance in the St. Jude Beauty Queen Classic! Not to mention the BEAUTIFUL pictures in the paper! What a great job you did, just like a pro! You are one classy little lady. (I think you get that from your mom!) I hope your family had a blessed Easter. We need to get together for lunch sometime soon. (Rebecca would be thrilled!)I know your scans are coming up and I'll be praying for perfect results once again! God bless you and your dear family.

Love,
Melinda
Melinda Harmon Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, April 16, 2004 11:30 AM CDT

Hi Ashley, Glad to hear you are all doing well. I just wanted to sign and let you know that we are all thinking of you at Collierville Fire.
Donald P. Hailey <dp150@yahoo.com>
Collierville, Tn. - Monday, April 12, 2004 11:02 AM CDT

hello princess!!! i saw your pictures on the st jude images page from the auction. You looked great! i hope you are having a great week! HAPPY EASTER! enjoy being with family and give tyler lots of kisses :) ha ha. tell mom she's doing a great job on your web page of updating. i really enjoy reading them! put more pictures on when you can! we miss you but are VERY glad you only come for visits! GOD IS GOOD!!!!!
Candice Duffy <candice.duffy@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, April 9, 2004 1:00 PM CDT

Hi Ashley! We're a St. Jude family too. We'll be there for Christal's check up the same days you are! So we'll get to meet you and your Mommy. We'll pray for GREAT, clean scans for both you and Christal. Much Love.
Chris and Christal <http://christalinfo.servemp3.com or crazydero@yahoo.com>
Tampa , FL USA - Thursday, April 8, 2004 7:34 AM CDT

Hey Miss Priss! I saw a picture of you modeling clothes at the Beauty Queen thing. How appropriate that you were there, Princess. And your hair looks just fabulous!! I heard you weren't coming to camp-we will miss you!! Come up and say hi sometime soon. Love, Dori
Dori Parker <dparker12@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 5:34 PM CDT

Hey Ashley and Donna (you too Floyd and Tyler). Sorry I haven't signed your guestbook in a while. Been pretty busy around here unfortunately. I do miss seeing your smiling faces in the halls but I am grateful you are not here all the time. Seems like just yesterday Nancy Davis was introducing me to all of you. I am so glad to hear that you are doing well Ashley. Your pictures are wonderful. I love the hair and like I said before, you are beautiful with or without hair. Your beauty comes from within. God has certainly been good to you and always will be. We still have to go get that ice cream one day. You just never know when I may show up in your part of town. Take care and I hope to see you when you are here later this month. Love you all.
Jana Freeman <jana.freeman@stjude.org>
Southaven, MS - Wednesday, April 7, 2004 8:49 AM CDT

Hey Ashley,
It's me again! I LOVE your haircut!! It looks SO good on you. I haven't gotten my hair cut yet. I want my hair to be very long and very curly. I am having my surgery May the 6th. That will be the 2 year anniversary of the pheonix becuase it was implanted May 6th, 2002. That's pretty cool huh? Maybe I can see you in Memphis. I'll probobly be there like a month or something. Well, I'll talk to you later. I'll keep you in my prayers too.
Your friend,
Hayley :)
PS. Your email address said it didn't accept emails from me, what's up with that?
Hayley Arceneaux <hayleykatester@aol.com>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Monday, April 5, 2004 7:43 PM CDT

Hey Ashley - great pictures and article in the newspaper!!! We don't even get the newspaper, but every Saturday someone delivers the "Cordova Appeal" to our neighborhood anyway. There you are at the Fashion Show, so beautiful and poised! I'll send this copy to you, in case you need it for out of town family or friends. We'll be praying for your upcoming scans to be totally clear - and for peace of mind in the meantime! God is good! Love, the Mecks
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Monday, April 5, 2004 8:40 AM CDT

Ashley and Donna, I keep checking on you all and pray for you and your St. Jude Friends like Emma Grace.
Bonnie Green <bgreen@fred'sinc.com>
- Friday, April 2, 2004 3:31 PM CST

May God Bless You All and I will be praying for clean scans this month.
Donna (mom to Ansley Stg IV dx6/99 -NED 7/2000) <cochran7871@comcast.net>
Dallas, Ga - Thursday, April 1, 2004 10:20 PM CST

Dear Donna And Ashley,
I just read Emma Grace's web page. Tears flowed. I sent an e-mail to Trish. I have been praying for Emma Grace, as well as for Ashley, everyday.
I love you both.
Cindy
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville,, TN - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 10:10 AM CST

Dear Ashley and family,
We are always so happy to get the updates. We are thrilled that all is going so well for all of you. We continue to pray for each of you and thank God for his blessings.
We love you,

Marilyn and Jimmy Aaron <aaronmkg@bellsouth.net>
Hernando, MS USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 8:47 PM CST

Hello Donna/Ashley,

It was so nice to hear from you. I truly miss your writings, but it was worth the wait. I am glad to hear normality back in the Garrett household. I will continue as always to pray for your family, especially during the test time. Miss you!
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 1:39 PM CST

Donna, I am so happy about your good news... I don't get to read about your family as often as I would like but your all in our prayers.
Jennifer Ehrett <jehrett@fredsinc.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 1:17 PM CST

HEY DONNA,
I JUST READ YOUR LASTEST UPDATE. YOU DO SUCH A GOOD JOB IN KEEPING US INFORMED. IT'S FUNNY THOUGH I DO ALOT OF COMPARING TO TODAY AND WHEN I WAS ON CHEMO AND FIGHTING CANCER. I THINK IT'S NORMAL AND THAT'S WHAT HELPS US TO REMEMBER JUST HOW FAR WE HAVE COME AND THAT GOD WAS ALWAYS THERE TO CARRY US THRU. THERE IS NO WAY WE COULD SURVIVE WITHOUT HIM. ASHLEY, IS SO CUTE WITH THAT CURLY HAIR.
I AM SO GLAD THAT SHE CAN GO TO HIS GAMES THIS YEAR AND NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT HER COUNTS. LIFE REALLY IS DIFFERENT AFTER CANCER. IT'S REALLY LIKE JUST BEING BORN AGAIN. YOU
KEEP ON COMPARING THOSE DAYS OF BATTLE WITH THOSE OF VICTORY!!! TAKE CARE. GIVE ASHLEY AND TYLER A BIG HUG FOR ME. TELL FLOYD HI AND ENJOY YOUR TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY. YOU
DESERVE SOME NORMAL FAMILY TIME.
LOVE,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Sunday, March 28, 2004 8:31 PM CST

HEY ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
I HAVEN'T BEEN TO YOUR WEBSITE IN MONTHS BUT I AM THINKING AND PRAYING FOR YOU EVERYDAY. WHAT A CUTE HAIRCUT!! TRUST ME AFTER THE FIRST HAIRCUT IT REALLY STARTS GROWING. MY NEW HAIR WAS REALLY CURLY LIKE YOURS BUT AFTER A YEAR IT WENT
MORE STRAIGHT BUT IT STILL HAS ALOT OF BODY. YOU KNOW I
WAS ALWAYS A NATURAL BLONDE BUT MINE CAME BACK IN DARK BROWN. BUT,MY HAIR DRESSER TOOK CARE OF THAT AND I'M BLONDE AGAIN. I HAVE MY CHECKUP AT THE WEST CANCER CLINIC NEXT WEEK. IT STILL MAKES ME NERVOUS AND IT'S BEEN 2 YEARS. BUT, I HAVE TO CONTINUE TO TRUST GOD!! SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE DOING GREAT AND I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE 12. TAKE CARE.

JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Sunday, March 28, 2004 8:23 PM CST

Dear Ashley and Family,
This is Julie Tomes from Nashville, Tn. again. I've written before and recovering from a brain tumor. I still have it and will have it always. I travel to Duke University every 3 months with my MRI films from every 8 weeks. I have been very blessed. I wish for you the blessings that God has given my family and me. I'm glad St. Jude is "CLOSER TO HOME" and this is a little more convienient. Stay focused on our God. I will pray for your friend. I know and realize the power of prayer is incredible...I am a living testimony to that. Thank you for sharing your story. Take care of yourself and family. Always in our prayers. Love, Julie Tomes
Julie Tomes <Julietomes@comcast.net>
Nashville, Tn - Sunday, March 28, 2004 7:08 PM CST

Hey Ashley!
You are such an inspiration to all who know you. Your outloook on God is so good. I feel so honered to know you. I was pleased to know that you have been doing well. Prayer heals. Please tell you family hello for me. I will write soon.
Your friend,
Hayley
PS. Are you going to camp this year?
Hayley Arceneaux <hayleykatester@aol.com>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Saturday, March 27, 2004 11:20 PM CST

Ashley - I love your haircut - that's exactly what I want. I didn't know you had curls. So do I- you need to give me you styling tips! I am so, so, so thankful you are doing so good and enjoying all you are involved in - we are eternally thankful that God has had his hand on you and even more thankful that we have the assurance that he always will. We will pray for your little friend from St. Jude. I truly can't imagine all that the families deal with - but you are right, God is in control. Tell your family hello - your mom's updates are wonderful - we love hearing from you too. Enjoy your weekend.
Love, Mrs. Sherry
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Saturday, March 27, 2004 6:05 AM CST

HI ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
WE MISSED YOU THIS YEAR AT OUR ST. JUDE CABLE THON. WE TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO GET IN TOUCH WITH YOU. YOU WILL BE HAPPY TO KNOW WE RAISED OVER $120,000.00 AT THE EVENT. THE EVENT TOOK PLACE FEB. 28TH IN BLYTHEVILLE ARKANSAS. I WILL BE PRAYING FOR EMMA AND HER FAMILY AND FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I HOPE YOUR BROTHER WINS LOTS OF GAMES AND HAS MANY HOME RUNS! GOD BLESS YOU!
P. S. HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT TO BLYTHEVILLE NEXT YEAR.
CHRISTIE WILLIAMS <KANDCC@ARKANSAS.NET>
BLYTHEVILLE, AR USA - Friday, March 26, 2004 11:49 AM CST

Hey Garrett family, I'll be praying for Emma Grace and her family. They are fortunate to have friends like you. God bless you ALL!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Thursday, March 25, 2004 11:15 PM CST

HI Ashley and Family,

Donna you still make me cry and laugh with your stories. You and your family are so strong and your devotion to the Lord is so inspiring. I am glad to hear that everyone is doing well. I will include Emma Grace in my prayers.
Love ya,
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Monday, March 22, 2004 10:24 AM CST

Hi Ashley,
It is a BLESSING to hear how great you are doing. I loved looking at the pictures. My, I can't believe how long your hair has gotten, it is beautiful. I love your curls, but I have to admit, I love your hair straight too. I hope you had a wonderful 12th Birthday. My daughter, Brianna, just turned 12 a couple months before you. I can't believe you both will be teenagers in just a few months!! It seems just like yesterday that your Mom and I were carrying you two around!! My, how fast your kids grow up. Well, I just wanted to let you know that we think about you and your family often and pray for you. I am just so happy that you are doing so well and back enjoying school. You take care and tell your Mom I said hi. God Bless and Love to you all!! Jeanie Gelormine
Jeanie,Barry & Brianna Gelormine <barryg_1@msn.com>
Olive Branch, MS USA - Saturday, March 20, 2004 12:32 AM CST

Hey Ashley! I miss your cute face! Your picture is on a notebook that we have up here at the nurses station. It is a picture of you and Christy. Anyway, Candice and I were looking at your mom's journal entry and were so sad to hear you hurt your ankle, but we LOVE your hair straight! Come see us soon!!
Dori Parker <dparker12@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Tuesday, March 9, 2004 3:48 PM CST

good morning garrett's!
miss ashley, your quilt is beautiful as are you.
honest to goodness...it is the prettiest one on the web!
i see you like kitties too. i am a major cat lover and have 3 of the little darlings.
will see your dad later on this month for my check up. he is so proud of you and loves you dearly....
have a great day and get ready for those beauty pagents!!!
love and hugs,
kay haley
kay haley <haley-k@shelby.tn.us>
millington, tn - Tuesday, March 2, 2004 8:35 AM CST

Hey Garrett family, glad to hear the ongoing good news! We continue to pray for you. Your quilt is awesome! What a neat gift. Thanks for keeping the website/journal updated. Donna and Ashley, you are so faith-filled and such warriors! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings. A journal entry you wrote long ago said something about choosing faith vs. fear. I have thought of that many times since, when faced with that choice! Thank you for setting a great example to follow. God bless you!
Margie Meck <wfmeck@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN - Monday, March 1, 2004 9:52 PM CST

Ashley, So glad to hear about your good check up. It is a reason to rejoice!! God is good and He continues to watch over you. Are you going to summer camp in Nashville this year? Hannah wants to go but insists that she will bring a cooler with her food in it (ha-ha!). Have you had a make-a-wish granted yet? Hannah is going to go to Disney over Easter break. She is excited to go. Please say hello to your mom from Hannah and I.

Kathy McClellan <ksmcc@charter.net>
Sikeston, MO USA - Thursday, February 19, 2004 4:40 PM CST

Dear Ashley,

I am so excited to hear the news of your 10 month clear report. I wanted to share with you that my sister in law VJ just celebrated her 7 year cancer free anniversary yesterday. This is just another evidence of the Lord's continued healing. I can't wait to share your good news with her. I hope you have a wonderful day. Your sweet spirit is such a blessing.

Love You,
Christy
Christy Mullikin <cmullikin@teamsportsamerica.com>
Collierville, TN - Thursday, February 19, 2004 9:22 AM CST

Miss Ashley, Tyler, Donna & Floyd, Hey Kiddos!! So thankful to hear such WONDERFUL news about CLEAR SCANS!!! Whooo WHOOO!!! Did we expect any less from such an awesome God?!?!? Well, we always check in on you kiddos from time to time as we think of you all so often and continue always praying for you. Most of all, we are so thankful that God shared your family with our family and so many more just like us ... who needed to meet a beautiful, courageous little lady who has handled her treatment with such grace. Also, fellow Christians that God sent our way as preciously the right moment because He knew we needed to be blessed by you. (He always seems to know, eh??) You may not hear from us often but please always know you're close to heart and never far from our daily thoughts. May God continue to bless you all in each and every day. Thank you for sharing the thanks for "God giving us each breath today". Your testimony from God shines through the darkest days. Thanks again and love & hugs to all from your St Jude Family - Barney, Trish, Eli & Emma Grace PS....Way to GO Futurity Folks!!! Funds so greatly appreciated for Our Families!! There is no doubt in my mind that there was no way to say no to Miss Ashley after hearing your stories and seeing what St Jude does for so many. Really, it's all God using St Jude as His tools. Ain't we so glad?!?!? Love ya'll
Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 6:33 PM CST

komichi'wa, ashley (good morning, ashley)
Chin lispa de quong de'. (I am praying for you!)
Sueng - Yoeng
Sueng -Yoeng Chi
Hong Kong, China - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 5:43 PM CST

Hi Ashley,
This is Angel Gloria from Smile Quilts. I hope you are all recovered and doing well after that fall at church. I know you gave your Mom quite a fright.
Your quilt is finished and I have to tell you that it really was a pleasure to make for you. It allowed me to get to know you better. To view your quilt just click the above graphic and you'll find your quilt on page 8.I will keep your website bookmarked and have added you to my prayer list. Please continue to stay sweet and never lose that winning smile.
Blessings,
Angel Gloria <SimplicityMD@comcast.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 6:45 AM CST

Ashley I am soo happy for you~another wonderful and CLEAR check-up! I know that you must feel fantastic and I continue to think of you on a daily basis!!

Emily Miller <braid16@hotmail.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 9:21 PM CST

hey donna and ashley - boy has it been almost a year already??? God surely is good. I so enjoy reading your updates and keeping up with how Ashley is doing. I have missed seeing you. It has been lonely without you and the hampton's and little stanton. I have transferred to Bone Marrow Transplant and worked one day. I got called to jury duty and have been on a trial for two weeks. (And you thought you were blessed!!!)(smile) Seriously it has been quite a privilege and I have learned alot. I continue to keep all my little St. Jude friends in my daily thoughts and prayers and pray that God continue to use me to do his work. take care you guys.
Angela Pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 8:37 PM CST

Hey Ashley,
I was so glad to here about your good report! I pray everyday that God will bless you and you WILL STAY CANCER FREE! We love you so much,

Mike and Cindy Brewer
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville,, Tn - Thursday, February 12, 2004 5:18 PM CST

HELLO GARRETT'S AND WHAT A WONDERFUL UPDATE!
LOVED THE PICUTURES TOO.
HAPPY VALENTINE'S TO YOU ALL.
MUCH LOVE,
KAY HALEY
PSSSSSSSS ASHLEY YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! AND SO IS MOM!!!
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN SHELBY - Thursday, February 12, 2004 10:59 AM CST

Dear Ashley and Parents,
My name is Julie Tomes. I am from collierville. I now live in Nashville, Tn. I have a brain tumor and have a caring bridge site as well. I am being healed through Jesus Christ as well. He has lead me down an incredible path. I have seen things I never would have seen otherwise. I am thankful for the friends, prayers, and peace that God has given me and my family. I have three children of my own and my first thought was, "thank God it is me and not my child!. I have seen his miracles such as yourself! My eyes have been opened to his beauties in so many ways in which I am very thankful. So Ashley, I am thankful for the journey I am on. I'm thankful to share in your journey. I am a very thankful person indeed. I was a faith filled person before my brain tumor diagnosis. I am now incredibly blessed as well. I wish for you and your family all the peace and happiness that God could give a child and her family. Good luck always. May his sun shine upon you always. Julie Tomes
Julie Tomes <julietomes@comcast.net>
Nashville, TN USA - Tuesday, February 10, 2004 9:35 PM CST

Hey Ashley! I loved seeing all of your pictures and reading your update! I look forward to hanging out with you at camp again! Love, Lizzie
Lizzie Barnwell <elizabeth.barnwell@stjude.org>
- Friday, February 6, 2004 4:26 PM CST

Hey Ashley! Happy Birthday!~! I was so happy to read your journal enteries and that you got your port out, that's great! I hope I can see you in March when I go back for my check up. Talk to you later.
Hayley Arceneaux <hayleykatester@aol.com>
St. Francisville, LA America - Wednesday, February 4, 2004 7:55 PM CST

Hi Ashley, It looks like you have a very busy schedule. Also, that must have been a great birthday. Late Happy Birthday to you! I pray 2004 will bring all your wishes and hopes come true.
I would like to invite you to visit Smile Quilts http://smilequilts.com and see if we can make a virtual on line Smile Quilt just for you. If you would like a Smile Quilt, just have your mom fill out the request form and we would be happy to send some smiles and hugs your way. Sending you lots of hugs and I will be keeping you in my prayers. Hugs, Angel Sprite

Smile Quilts Angel Sprite <smilequilts@smilequilts.com>
Eckert, Colorado - Saturday, January 24, 2004 10:49 PM CST

Happy Birthday Ashley!!!
I can't believe that you are twelve already. You sure have grown up.
Love,
Mrs. Rebecca
Rebecca Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
- Thursday, January 22, 2004 12:37 AM CST

Hey Ashley!!!!
"Happy Birthday To You, Cha, Cha, Cha!!" I left you a message on the answering machine. I am so glad that you are healed. I told Giselle,(she is getting sick), is that " You are sick by the devil but you are already healed by Jesus Christ." So when you were diagnosed with cancer, you were already healed by Jesus Christ. Have a very, special, birthday Ashley Garrett!!!
In His stripes,
Christian Garrett

Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, January 19, 2004 7:55 PM CST

Hi Ashley,

It is wonderful to hear from you and the pictures are so precious. Your hair looks great. Happy Birthday. I hope you and your mom had a wonderful spa day. Your mom is very special as are you and I am glad that you have each other. Give her a hug from me. You sound like you are right back in the swing of things...ENJOY! Life is so precious.

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Monday, January 19, 2004 7:52 PM CST

Happy Birthday! The pictures are gourgeous! I can't believe all of your hair. Stanton had to get a haircut this weekend, that happens a little quicker with boys but he was pretty funny. His birthday is on Valentines Day and we are so glad to be celebrating cancer free. Quite a change from last year which was right after he broke his leg. We miis you all.
Jeff, Tina, Hayden and Stanton Haynes <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Minden, La - Monday, January 19, 2004 9:09 AM CST

Happy New Year! It is wonderful to read about all the happy times. Donna I can't believe you let them get a 4 wheeler and scooter. Good for you! Randall calls me nervous nelly so I can't imagine. I am so thrilled that the year has been so inspiring for your family. You are truly blessed and I think of you often. My heart still saddens when I read about Patterson, but what a wonderful present to receive from his mom. He will always be in my thought. Happy New Year!! Love to the family.
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Monday, January 12, 2004 9:51 PM CST

Ashley,
I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know the impact you made on my life in the short time I had to get to know you.
When I first met you I had no idea of the illness you had faced. I actually would never have guessed it either. You were always cheerful and praising the Lord. When our family was searching for God's will in our own lives and sometimes feeling like God had forgotten about us, it was your beautiful smile and loving disposition on many occasions that reminded me of God's love and that he had a plan for our lives.
You are such a strong young lady and I know in my heart that God has so much in store for you. Continue to walk in His footsteps and He will lead you down a path that you could never imagine.
I will continue to keep up with your progress on the website and can't wait to hear all the wonderful things you are doing.
I thank God for the opportunity to get to meet such a wonderful young lady and to get to share your testimony with others.
Thank you for being you and allowing God to use you in such a special way.

Donna and Floyd:
Thank you for allowing God to use your daughter in such a special way. Being able to just 'let go and let God' is not such an easy task, especially where our children are concerned. I believe that you, too, have been shining examples with your unfailing faith in God even in the toughest situation. I learned so much from you in the short time we were able to worship together at Cathedral of Praise. (No Floyd, not the Sunday School class..smile)
I learned more from your actions and reactions than I could ever learn from a book or a teacher. I am thankful for the time I was able to spend with you guys and appreciate your openness. Continue to pray for us as we will you.
Robin Kruzan <rkruzan@mchsi.com>
Jacksonville, Il USA - Sunday, January 11, 2004 3:13 PM CST

Happy New Year to all. I asked Mike Brewer about you the other day. I pray that the removal of the cath. or pic line was not too painfull and that you will have a blessed new year.
Jerry Wallace <geralddwallace@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, January 7, 2004 7:14 PM CST

Hello Garretts - Glad to hear you enjoyed the holidays. So thankful all is well with Ashley. I love the picture of Ashley and Tyler - best wishes for a happy and healthy 2004.
Love, Sherry
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55 @ aol.com>
Beaufort, SC 29902 - Sunday, January 4, 2004 7:58 PM CST

Hey Ashley,
Sorry I have not typed to you in a long time. We are living in an apartment now because we had a fire in our house. Thank Jesus no one was hurt. I hope you have a blessed Christimas!!
Love,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, December 16, 2003 4:39 PM CST

DEAREST GARRETT'S.........
WHAT A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS GIFT FROM YOUR FAMILY TO ALL OF US!!!!!
IT JUST WARMS MY HEART TO READ THE BEAUTIFUL WORDS DESCRIBING WHAT A WONDERFUL TIME THIS IS FOR YOU ALL.
YOU ARE ALL LOVED BY SO MANY!
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY HAPPY 2004 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MUCH LOVE,
ED AND KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON
KAY HALEY <HALEY-K@CO. SHELBY.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, TN - Tuesday, December 9, 2003 1:52 PM CST

Hello Ashley and Family,

It is wonderful to hear that you have been too busy to write. You and your family deserve it. I will continue to pray especially next week and I will include Mandy in my prayers.

Love always,

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Monday, December 8, 2003 8:53 PM CST

Hey Miss Ashley (and family!),
Congratulations on your honor star crowning. The pictures are beautiful! From the first day I learned of your cancer, you have been my hero! You are certainly the example of the person Jesus calls each of us to be! I hope this Christmas season is especially beautiful for you and your sweet family. Say hello to your Mom and Dad for me. God bless you!
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, December 5, 2003 9:10 PM CST

Miss Ashley & family, HALLELUJAH ON THE TESTS!!! What a blessing you are to us all!! The pictures are absolutely BREATHTAKING and we are so proud of you for your outstanding achievement with the Missionette program. More specifically - what a true testimony you shine for our Father. He has blessed us all so deeply with His light that you boldly and bravely carry. Our prayers and love to all - most of all our thankfulness to the Father who has shared you with us! In His Love, your St Jude family - Trish, Barney, Eli & Emma Grace
Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <loadwagn@pgtc.com or www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR USA - Wednesday, December 3, 2003 12:36 AM CST

Hello Ashley!
My mom and I have read your recent recovery story and we're so excited for you! You're a walking miracle...and not a lot of people are able to have that title. Ms.Becky could not believe how beautiful you looked in your pictures. Are you beating the boys off yet? (or is your dad doing that for you?) Those bright blue eyes look so happy and you definately deserve to be. We'll check back soon to look for updates. May the Lord Bless you and Merry Christmas to your family!
Amy and Becky Gregory <ames929@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, December 1, 2003 6:46 PM CST

Sure glad you are doing better!
Jerry Wallace <geralddwallace@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, November 30, 2003 7:58 PM CST

Ashley - Congratulations on your crowning - I know what a great accomplishment this is. Tell mom thanks for the updated pictures - you are a beautiful young lady inside and out. We are so thankful for the good reports and will continue to pray for you. Enjoy turkey day - we all so many reasons to give thanks this holiday season.
Love, Sherry and family.

Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC Beaufort - Monday, November 24, 2003 5:53 AM CST

Ashley, you are a beautiful shining star. I love the new pictures. I know that your entire family is so proud of you. God is so good.
Dawn Pierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
Southaven, MS - Friday, November 14, 2003 4:15 PM CST

Hi Ashley and Family,

I have been checking your website and I hope that no news means good news. I will be in Memphis for Thanksgiving and will give you a call to say hello.
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, ca - Wednesday, November 12, 2003 8:56 PM CST

You sure are looking good! Dad will have to watch the boys for sure.
So glad to see you are getting better and stronger.
God bless,
Jerry Wallace
Jerry and Judy Wallace <geralddwallace@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, November 4, 2003 4:04 PM CST

Ashley, was that a Missionette's crowning last night or are you the church homecoming queen? Either way, you were beautiful. Don't ever lose that smile, it makes the world a brighter place. I'm very proud of you.
Love Ya, -Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN - Monday, November 3, 2003 1:44 PM CST

Way to go Ashley on your honor star crowning. Being your rainbow teacher, makes me so happy. I am so glad that you
went thru the entire program. God's word will always be in your heart, as you have gone thru all stages of Missionettes. I am so proud of you.
It's wonderful news about your scans. We go back the same time in Dec. We don't have to think about it because God is in control. Take care. Love, Joyce Smith
Joyce Smith <bsmith458@hotamil.com>
Collierville, TN - Saturday, November 1, 2003 8:09 PM CST

Hi Ashley and Family,
We are so glad to hear the wonderful news!!! We are so proud of you for all of your accomplishments too!!! We miss seeing you at Central, but we are so glad to know that things are going so well for all of you!!! Ashlyn says Hi, and call her sometime soon. We hope that you and Tyler got lots of treats last night!

Love,

The Temple's
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, November 1, 2003 12:45 AM CST

Hey Ashley! I can't get over how fast you hair is growing, it is beautiful! Stanton has a little hair growing back. He is very proud of it and will stand at the mirror and brush it every morning. I am so glad to hear all of you good news. We keep you and all of our St. Jude family in our prayers. We come back to Memphis for scans November 17-19. Donna, I can sure relate to the anxiety. I have a hard time not thinking of these first scans daily. I often find comfort in reading your journal entries. Keep up the great writing. I also just want to say thank you for all of the support your entire family offered us while we were in Memphis. You will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Jeff, Tina and Stanton Haynes <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Minden, La - Friday, October 31, 2003 2:38 PM CST

I am in the same class as Ashley ,and she is a doll.
Gabrielle Johnson
Memphis, TN United States - Friday, October 31, 2003 12:27 AM CST

HELLO GARRETT'S!
I AM JUST BEAMING AFTER READING THE LAST ENTRY!
THIS IS ALL SO WONDERFUL AND SO VERY DESERVING.
MAYBE EACH TEST TIME WILL GET A BIT EASIER ON THE NERVES.
ENJOY THIS WONDERFUL WONDERFUL LIFE!!!!
PS........MS. ASHLEY, YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL AND I LOVE THE HAIR DO!!!
MUCH LOVE,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY <HALEY-K@CO.SHELBY.TN.US>
MILLINGTON, - Friday, October 31, 2003 10:13 AM CST

What WONDERFUL news!!! Enjoy this time. You and your family deserves this glorious news and so much more.

I am so proud of Ashley. She has accomplished so much in her short time on earth with all of the obstacles she has encountered. You have someone very special there. Please put your arms around her and hug her for me.

I love you!
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 10:24 PM CST

I am so glad to hear that Ashley is in full swing, along with her mother...I have tears of joy hearing all that Ashley is involved with at this time. Your family is always and always will be in my prayers. I will pray extra hard this week for continued good news.
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 8:23 PM CST

Glad to hear that Ashley is going full speed. I will be praying for good news this week. May God's peace continue to surround you. God is good, all the time.
Dawn Pierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
- Monday, October 27, 2003 9:39 AM CST

Donna,
I just wanted you to know how many hearts you touch with your beautiful way of writing. I have your web site listed on my favorites at work and have checked it often for an update. When I didn't see one, I would just say a little prayer for your family. You truly have compassion and love oozing out of you and your life. God is all knowing and you certainly have come though all of this with a ministry for touching the lives of others in your path. Know we love you and your family.
Bobbi Blankenship <smbblankship@aol.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Monday, October 6, 2003 4:41 PM CDT

DEAR DONNA,
YOU ARE THE MOST WONDERFUL PERSON AND WRITER!!!!!
I HAVE MISSED YOUR UPDATES SO MUCH AND YOU REALLY MADE UP FOR IT.
LOVE TO ALL YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY...
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
- Monday, October 6, 2003 10:39 AM CDT

Dear Donna & family,
As many, we have anxiously awaited an update from you and did God ever give you a host of blessings to share with us all!! I'm sitting here trying to type through the tears after reading this entry as I have many times before reading your updates. Oh Donna, your insight and wisdom beams with God's light and even though I know it is so hard at times to share, He's given you a such gift in revealing His love. You can never know what a true inspiration you are to all you meet nor how SO VERY thankful we are that God sent you our way one day in the halls of St Jude. He always know exactly what we need at preciously the right moment. Thank you, Donna and we are constantly keeping you all in our prayers. It is so strange that when you come to St Jude with your sick child, you leave with a housefull of kids and families that have stole your heart. We have bonded in a way that is so difficult to describe to other folks but I believe you know what I'm saying. And best of all God has blessed and nurtured each friendship we have made that we treasure for literally an eternity. Give Miss Ashley a hug for us and tell everyone hello. We love you all and pray for His continued strength & grace on you daily! Only By His Grace, Trish, Barney, Eli & Emma Grace
Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR USA - Saturday, October 4, 2003 12:43 AM CDT

Hello Donna,

Your entry today was so touching that I cannot stop crying. You have touched me like no one has ever done. I think of you everyday, and missed so much reading your entries. I pray for you and your family constantly. I am so excited for Ashley. We will be home for Thanksgiving at Randall's parents in Collierville. I will give you a call and see if you have a moment. I would love to see you and Ashley. I love you.
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Thursday, October 2, 2003 9:11 PM CDT

Hi Donna and family! Sorry it has been so long, I don't get on the computer much at home. I love my job at St. Brigid Catholic Church. It is so peaceful and calm. This has been heaven sent. God in His Divine Providence knew I needed help and this job came to me. God has truly been with me in every way this past year. Without Him and my
children, I would not have been able to make it this far. It is stillso very hard. I can understand how you sister and her husband feel losing Little Patterson. I know he had to be so precious. I saw the pictures and they are great. Every time I read your notes, I realize that I am not alone and how wonderful to know someone who is so dedicated to God. It is indeed a pleasure to read your articles and I kow it must be terribly hard at times for you to do this. You all inspire a lot of readers!!. It is so good to know and love your family. God Bless your family and your sister's also.
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Thursday, October 2, 2003 8:41 PM CDT

Hey Ashley--I just wanted to let you know that my husband and I will be walking in the Relay for Life in honor of you. Way down here in Beaufort, SC, there will be luminaries lit up with your name on them!!
Emilee MacPhee (Murphy) <dadsgrlem@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC - Wednesday, October 1, 2003 7:04 PM CDT

I just wanted you all to know that I am thinking about you. Still praying for peace and comfort to surround the Garrett and Toy families.
Dawn Pierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
Southaven, MS - Wednesday, September 24, 2003 3:45 PM CDT

It has been a long time since my computer crashed and finally have it back up and catching up with all that has happened this past summer.
Sure happy to know Ashley is doing o.k. and sorry about your nephew.
We will keep all in our prayers.
By the way, after my daughter lost her twin boys she delivered a healthy little girl on July 22 named Grace.
Mike and Cindy Brewer has kept us up on Ashley's progress.
Jerry Wallace <gwallace@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, September 21, 2003 8:06 PM CDT

I know I am late but I just found out about little Patterson. I know you all were so excited about his arrival. I read the journal entry from th 25th...your family's faith in the Lord is amazing. He is the only way to explain why things like this happen to parents/families. You are all in my prayers. I miss you guys!!
Dori <dorinda.parker@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN - Monday, September 8, 2003 2:37 PM CDT

Our hearts go out to you and your family. You all were such a blessing for us in our time of need. Ashley continues to be a great inspiration. We will continue to pray for great check-ups. Please let us know if you need anything.
Jeff, Tina and Stanton Haynes <stantonhaynes@yahoo.com>
Minden , La - Monday, September 8, 2003 1:57 PM CDT

ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BABY PATTERSON. I ALSO HAVE A BABY IN HEAVEN. SEPT. 9 WILL BE 22 YEARS. I KNOW ALL THE FEELINGS THAT YOUR AUNT AND UNCLE WILL GO THRU. BUT, I DO KNOW THAT THEIR FAITH, FAMILY AND TIME WILL CARRY THEM THRU
THIS. MY BABY WAS 10 WEEKS OLD. MY HEART IS BROKEN FOR ALL OF YOU. I WILL CONTINUE TO HOLD ALL OF YOU IN MY PRAYERS.
I'M SO GLAD THAT YOUR SCANS WERE CLEAR AND YOUR BACK IN SCHOOL. TAKE CARE. I WILL BE PRAYING FOR GOD TO HELP ALL OF YOU WITH YOUR SORROW.
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Sunday, September 7, 2003 4:01 PM CDT

Dear Donna and Family,
I just wanted to let all of you know how sorry we are to hear of the passing of little Patterson. I know that this is a very difficult time for all of you...may God give you the peace that only He can give. Please give our deepest sympathies to Patrick and Cindy too. I hope that all is going well for Ashley and her transition back into school. Ashlyn really misses her. Hopefully we can get the girls together again real soon.

Love and Friendship,

DeAnna Temple and Family
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, September 3, 2003 9:09 AM CDT

Hello Donna,

My heart has been so heavy that I have not been able to find the right words to write. I think of you and your family everyday and pray to God to continue to give you the strength you need. I love you very much. My heart aches for Patterson. I keep finding myself going to his picture and wanting to hold his precious hand. Your family has been through so much, and I will always keep you in my prayers.
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Tuesday, September 2, 2003 10:53 PM CDT

Donna and family, I am heartbroken to hear about little Patterson and his Mom and Dad. We will continue to pray for all of you, especially for the healing of Ashley and for Patterson now in the hands of his Father in heaven. You will all have a "special little angel" watching over you all. I understand how Patterson's family feels and I know how it hurts, but God in all his Glory will be the healing of these families. We are so proud of you all and the tremendous faith you all have. It is not very often a person is priviledged to know and also to be friends with someone so special as your families. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Joe and I will always pray for your families as we do for ours. God Bless you all!
Helen and Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Tuesday, September 2, 2003 8:04 PM CDT

Love and hugs to all of you as you go through this difficult time. God bless the Toy family and all the extended family who are also grieving. I will pray for God's strength and peace to surround all of you.
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Tuesday, September 2, 2003 8:48 AM CDT

Hello Garrett & Toy Families! Please know that you are ever in our prayers and we are so sorry of Little Patterson's passing. Our hearts are broken for your loss which we know sounds strange as we have never met Mr. Patterson. There is just a bond with St Jude family and their extended family but especially God gives us a bond with fellow Christians. So, we're all family when you get right down to it - we all belong God and no one can take that from us. And the good news would be we will all get to meet one day and Mr. Patterson will be greeting us all! What a little fighter that has taught us all to keep fighting, no matter what stands in your way until God decides to calls us home. We love you and keep you covered in prayer - ever close to our hearts. May God bless, comfort and keep you. In His Love, The Hampton's *** But now says the Lord, he who created you ... he who formed you ... Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine." Isaiah 43:1 NRSV
Barney , Trish, Eli & Emma Grace Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Saturday, August 30, 2003 2:33 PM CDT

Donna,
Your family has been in my prayers. My heart is so sad at the loss of little Patterson. I know God will carry your family thru this very sad time. I pray that God will heal Cindy and Patrick's broken heart. I also, rejoice with the healing of Ashley. God is Awesome.
Bonnie Green (Fred's Inc.)
- Friday, August 29, 2003 3:09 PM CDT

My sweet friends,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry for your loss and grief. May God's peace be with all of you.
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, August 27, 2003 3:30 PM CDT

I am so very sorry for your loss of baby Patterson. Please send our deepest sympathies to Cindy and Patrick, as well as to your entire family. I am deeply saddened by your loss and will continue to pray for you all. I hope you all will find comfort in knowing that so many people love you and pray for you daily. All our love.
Kim Weaver <kaweaver@fedex.com>
Memphis, - Tuesday, August 26, 2003 2:00 PM CDT

To the Toy & Garret families. My prayers are with you all. I have a scripture to share with you all. John 16:22, "So with you is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice and no one will take away your joy." I hope this scripture brings peace and comfort to you all. Thanks Ashley for sharing your web site with precious Patterson. You have an angel in Heaven looking out for you now. May God's peace surround you all today and the days ahead.
Dawn Pierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
- Tuesday, August 26, 2003 10:04 AM CDT

That new picture of Floyd and Ashley touched my heart so much. Thank you for sharing your private moments with us and especially for sharing your faith. It has made mine stronger. We continue to pray for Ashley and Patterson. We love you and are so proud to call you our friends.
Kim Weaver <kaweaver@fedex.com>
Memphis, TN - Monday, August 25, 2003 2:59 PM CDT

My prayers have been with Ashley, Patterson and family; I consider you blessed. May you abide beneath God's everlasting arms throughout eternity.
Martha A. Tipton <belcanto@bellsouth.net>
Memphis, TN US - Monday, August 25, 2003 11:26 AM CDT

My prayers are with all of you. If you need anything no matter how small or big, let me know
La'Resa Young <lyoung@mmcc-tlc.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Monday, August 25, 2003 11:16 AM CDT

HEY ASHLEY,
I SAW YOU ON YOUR FIRST TV AIRING!! YOU DID GREAT!! JOE BURCH IS RIGHT ABOUT YOUR SMILE!! I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL I SEE YOU ON OPRAH!! ( REMEMBER YOUR RAINBOW TEACHER SHOULD GO ON THIS ONE WITH YOU)!!!!
I'M GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOUR SCANS WERE CLEAR. I HAVE MINE NEXT FRIDAY. I HATE THAT LITTLE SICK FEELING THAT I GET IN MY STOMACH WAITING. I'M SURE YOU KNOW WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT.BUT, IT SURE FEELS GREAT TO HEAR THE DOCTOR SAY "NO CANCER"!!!
HOPE EVERYTHING IS GOING GREAT AT SCHOOL. I'M SURE TYLER IS LOOKING OUT FOR YOU!! HE'S SUCH A MESS!! I LOVE THE PICTURE OF YOUR FIRST DAY AT SCHOOL.
I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU AND BABY PATTERSON AND FAMILY. GOD HAS REALLY BLESSED YOU AND I'M SO PROUD OF YOU FOR SHARING WITH OTHERS. YOUR SMILE TELLS IT ALL!!!!
TAKE CARE. LOVE AND PRAYERS- JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Thursday, August 21, 2003 11:25 AM CDT

Hey Cutie, you were great during your St Jude TV interview. You've come a long way (babe)! Thanks to St Jude for taking such good care of you (and continuing to do so). Can't wait for Patterson's treatment to be behind him as well. He's on my mind and in my prayers continuously, just as you were during your treatment.
Love you, -Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, August 18, 2003 8:40 AM CDT

A star is born!! Ashley, you did a great job with the interview today! You seemed very self confident and poised. I wish the interview had lasted longer. By the way, I saw your teacher, Mrs. Hodum, at church today. She said what a blessing it is to have you in her class. I'm sure it was great seeing all your friends again. Have a wonderful school year!
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Sunday, August 17, 2003 5:06 PM CDT

Hi Garrett Family...
I am so glad to see that I am not the only mom that still takes pictures of my kids on the first day of school! I am so glad that Ashley is adjusting so well to her long anticipated return to school...we really miss seeing ya'll at CDS!! (Guess that means that we will just have to get together on weekends more often). I can't tell you how much we enjoyed having Ashley spend time with us! She and Tyler are welcome any time! Taylor and Ashlyn had thier first day at FACS today, and it will really be an adjustment for Taylor...he has 7 teachers this year! I hope that all goes well for the followup for Ashley on Tuesday...I will be praying for all of you! I continue to pray for Patterson daily, and I appreciate the updates on the website so much...I know that this is such a difficult time for all of you...please stay in touch.

Love,

DeAnna Temple and Family
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 11:44 PM CDT

Now everyone can see why I'm such a proud uncle. Don't forget Addison, she's a looker too! (Patterson's sister).
I love my (sister's) kids.
-Uncle Ronnie
ronnie white <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
cordova, tn - Thursday, August 14, 2003 4:31 PM CDT

Hey Garrett family! Ashley is as beautiful as ever, more so with the cute hair!. It has been a great week seing her picture, Miss Arcenaux was up yesterday with her new hair, and Miss Haynes today. It is such a blessing to see the "girls" doing so well. And in the "outpatient" world. I continue to pray for Patterson and his mother. What a tough and trying time they are experiencing. But your family is truly an inspiration to us all and a blessing to them. Keep up the web page, it is a joy to read. Thanks.
Angela Pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, August 14, 2003 1:54 PM CDT

Thanks for the updates, as always. Your faith is an inspiration to all! Patterson is in my prayers. (But we haven't forgotten to continue to pray for Ashley, too!) God bless all of you.
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Sunday, August 10, 2003 0:02 AM CDT

Hi Donna & Family - Certainly we will pray for little Patterson. We know God is in the healing business. It was great to see the pictures of Ashley (love the hair!) and Tyler. I am so glad you were all able to make the trip. We will remember your entire family in prayer. Love, Sherry & family
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Friday, August 8, 2003 9:20 PM CDT

HEY ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
I HAVEN'T BEEN TO YOUR WEBSITE DURNING THE MONTH OF JULY.
WOW!! YOUR HAIR IS SO PRETTY!! ONE THING HAS NEVER CHANGED DURNING THIS WHOLE ORDEAL AND THAT'S YOUR SMILE!!!SOUNDS
LIKE ALOT HAS HAPPENED IN A MONTH. I WENT TO BRANSON ,MO
THE 1ST OF JULY TO CELEBRATE MY 25TH ANNIVERSARY. THEN
LAST WEEK JESSICA AND I WENT TO GULF SHORES FOR 4 DAYS
TO RELAX AFTER HER CAR WRECK. IT FEELS GREAT TO GET AWAY.
I WAS JUST LIKE YOUR FAMILY - I WANTED TO START SOME NEW
MEMORIES THIS SUMMER SINCE I WAS ON CHEMO LAST SUMMER.
I HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR BABY PATTERSON AND HIS FAMILY.
I THINK AND PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY EVERYDAY EVEN IF I
DON'T ALWAYS CHECK YOUR WEBSITE. VACATIONS ARE OVER AND NOW IT BACK TO THE REAL WORLD OF WORK SO I'M SURE I'LL BE CHECKING MORE. BEST OF LUCK WITH THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR. I'M SO HAPPY THAT YOU CAN BE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AGAIN. I LOVE THE PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE. TYLER LOOKS SO SWEET AND
QUIET HAHA!! BUT, YOU ARE A BEAUTY QUEEN. TAKE CARE ,
ENJOY THE REST OF THE SUMMER.
LOVE,
JOYCE
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 2:30 PM CDT

Hi Donna and family,
We are praying for Patterson, Cindy and Patrick to receive God's healing. You all have been through so much and have remained to strong in your faith and trust in God. I know He hears all the prayers that are being offered for your family and your sister's. The pictures are great! Please do keep us posted on Patterson's progress and we will continue to pray for you all. Love to all!

Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 1:10 PM CDT

Hello Garrett Family! Just want you to know that we continue to remember Mr. Patterson, momma & daddy in our prayers. You are absolutely correct in that until God tells us otherwise, we are to believe in the miracle that only our God is capable of handling. We miss getting to see you but always keep up with you all through the website. What a wonderful link for us all! Thank you for your prayers for little Zoie ... God is in charge and we're faithful He will heal her little body. We love you all and are so thankful God sent you our way! In His Love, Trish, Barney & Miss Emma Grace
Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 1:23 PM CDT

Hi Mrs.Donna,
This is Christian Garrett saying that I will keep your
family in my prayers. I want to remind you that Jesus said
"BY HIS STRIPES WE ARE HEALED." Jesus knows what he his doing. He will protect Ashley, Patterson, and Zoie. Tell
Ashley that I said HI!! and if she needs somebody to play with, that I will always be glad to come over!!
Lots of love,
Christian Garrett
P.S. My # is 624.9942!!
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 9:39 AM CDT

hello garrett family!!!
what a wonderfully beautiful description of the trip of a life time!!! donna, you could write for a travel agency. it was like we all were right with you on this trip. ms. ashley, you are SO BEAUTIFUL and look like a french model with that new hair do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! go girl!
so glad you are all back safe and sound and not to forget healthy!!!! :O)
as always, you and patterson are in my prayers.
ps...loved the new pics.
all my love,
kay haley
kay haley
- Monday, July 28, 2003 3:05 PM CDT

It sounds like everything is going well for you Ashley. I am so proud & happy for you and your family. I know that this summer will be a summer you will NEVER forget. God sure has blessed your family. Keep the faith. Please let your family know that I am praying for precious Patterson. We all know that God has his Hand on him. May God's peace and understanding surround you all during this trying time. I will be e-mailing your mom pictures of my new little one.
Dawn Pierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com>
Southaven, MS - Monday, July 28, 2003 11:55 AM CDT

Ashley,
I read about your awesome family vacation! I'm glad you are so excited about school. We will be thrilled to see you!
Have a wonderful day! Mrs. Linda
Linda Stephens
- Thursday, July 24, 2003 2:25 PM CDT

Hey Garrett Family!! What a blessing to read such a WONDERFUL entry and HALLELUJAH for such grand news on Ashley's tests!! God certainly knows how to take care of business, eh? We moved back home-home last Thursday and are still trying to find the "groove". You know how it is - just alittle strange, but happy once treatment is coming to a close. I tried to explain it in her website today but don't think I came close. ha! Anyway, we wanted to wish you all a wonderful get-a-way...go enjoy! You all need a break and it will be therapeutic for all! We love you all and pray for you and your family continuously. What a blessing you are to us! In His Love, Emma Grace & family ps...I had to borrow a quote that Miss Ashley recently said about "living by faith or fear". That has touched my heart more than you can ever know. Thanks!
Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Tuesday, July 15, 2003 9:14 PM CDT

I am so happy to hear your news! We were in the Cocoa Beach area last week and saw the Disney Cruise ship. As they pull out, the ship plays "When You Wish Upon a Star" and everyone on shore waves to you, smiling - and wishing they were on the ship, too! Have a wonderful time and "leave the world behind". God bless you all!
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Friday, July 11, 2003 10:13 PM CDT

Hey Ashley and everyone,
What a wonderful write-up on the Make-A-Wish events and trip. That is so neat! Now I'm jealous-tell me all about it when you can. We are holding up the family still in prayer and now include the baby. Love ya,
Denny, Ms Pam, Mark and Mike
Denny Sivells <denmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 10:11 PM CDT

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

Update the guestbook with lotsa', lotsa' pictures!!!
Marie Garrett <beautiree@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, July 10, 2003 0:24 AM CDT

Hi Ashley and family,
So very happy to hear all your great news. I know you all will enjoy the cruise. We are happy that you also got to go to camp. That is wonderful news that you are doing so well. We are praying for you all and little Patterson and his family. We love you. Tell Mom, Dad and Tyler hello.
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Wednesday, July 9, 2003 2:23 PM CDT

Dear Ashley and Donna,
I just read your update. Even though I had already had my morning visit with God, you lifted me up with Psalms 91 (my favorite verse of all). I want to hear all about the cruise when you return.I have never been on a cruise but I hear they are great fun. I will continue to pray for Patterson. God does work miracles in these little babies that are born so early. Takd care and I love you all.

Cindy
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville,, TN - Monday, July 7, 2003 9:08 AM CDT

Hey Garrett Family - so excited to hear ALL of your news. Donna, you don't know HOW many families I get that same response on the Make a Wish thinking it is only for those terminally ill. They are such an AWESOME organization and couldn't do it without the support of all the corporations that support them. I only wish more patients understood the meaning behind what they do. I am sorry we don't see you often anymore (sorry as we miss ashley's sweet face). But so glad you are not here either. I am so blessed to have been able to be her nurse and to know your family. Thank you for that priviledge. You take care and thanks for the updates. I look forward to hearing about the cruise.
Angela Pratt <angela.pratt@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, July 5, 2003 5:16 PM CDT

Ashley and Donna,
That's so exciting about the cruise and just reading about her "day", I felt like I had been there! Have a great time. Great news about the tests results! Love you all, Carolyn
Carolyn H.
Dallas, - Saturday, July 5, 2003 2:16 PM CDT

Hey Miss Ashley,
What a time you have had! Make A Wish is such a wonderful organization and it sounds like they did it up right, just for you! Have a great time on your cruise and make sure Mom and Dad and Tyler have a lot of fun as well!!! You are always in our prayers and always an inspiration! God bless you and your whole family. (Say hi to Goofy for me!)

Melinda Winchester

The Winchester Family <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, July 5, 2003 1:04 PM CDT

HELLO ALL.......
WHAT A WONDERFUL UPDATE AND UPCOMING VACATION!!!
YOU MADE MY DAY AND I THANK YOU.
ENJOY THE CRUISE AND LIFE......YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH DESERVE IT.
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Thursday, July 3, 2003 8:49 AM CDT

Hi Ashley! We are thrilled to hear of your continued progress. We continue to pray for you and all of your
family, especially Patterson. I hope you have a wonderful time on your cruise; you deserve it!!! We love you!

Kim Weaver <kim_weaver@yahoo.com>
- Wednesday, July 2, 2003 1:50 PM CDT

Ashley,
I am so glad that all of your scans came out perfectly. It sounds like you have been a very busy girl!! Have a wonderful time on your cruise. We will continue to pray for baby Patterson.

Love,
Mrs. Rebecca
Rebecca Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
- Tuesday, July 1, 2003 5:52 PM CDT

HEY ASHLEY,
I CAN'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING THAT IS GOING ON IN YOUR LIFE.
I WENT ON VACATION FOR A FEW DAYS AND JUST VISITED YOUR WEBSITE. I'M SO EXCITED THAT YOU WENT TO CAMP!! AND
THE DISNEY CRUISE IS AWESOME, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
DESERVE IT!!!! I'M STILL PRAYING FOR BABY PATTERSON THAT
GOD WILL HEAL HIS LITTLE BODY. TAKE CARE AND ENJOY THAT
CRUISE!!!
LOVE,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Tuesday, July 1, 2003 4:44 PM CDT

Ashley - i have only a minute to let you know how you made my week at church yesterday! I know your mom missed you last week and just wanted to hold you close and you sat with me and helped me with Ryley!! Thank you soooo much!! What a true blessing you are!! And anytime you want to hold him (and of course change diapers = hehe) you are welcome! Have a great week!! Lots of love, Jodi
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, June 23, 2003 8:28 AM CDT

Hey - glad Ashley got to go to camp. Several nurses went and I am sure they ALL had a blast. I know it has been a tough week on mom and dad, but it was good for her I'm sure. I am so sorry that things are not going well for Patrick and Cindy. They are in my prayers as well as you and your family for what you are going through. I really have missed seeing you guys. I think about you alot now that I have gotten hooked on (as well as my family) Hunan's for chinese. YUM! It meant so much that day for Floyd and you to think about us with what you are going through daily. Thanks for the updates on the web page. I know this is time consuming, but I do enjoy knowing what is going on. Take care and God bless.
Angela Pratt <apratt@rocketmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, June 21, 2003 1:10 PM CDT

Hey there Garrett family - I hope Ashley had a good time at camp. I'm sure it was a great experience! My two kids got back from camp last night so my day will be filled with doing gross, stinky laundry as a result of the mudslides they went down!!! Good luck with golf. A handy word you may need to learn is "FORE"!!!! Thanks for the update on Patterson, as I wasn't sure how to pray these last several days. What a precious life God is sparing and I know you can expect a miracle. God bless you all!
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Saturday, June 21, 2003 11:58 AM CDT

We continue to pray for you and your family and will add Patterson to our specific prayers. All our love.
Kim Weaver <kim_weaver@yahoo.com>
Memphis, - Wednesday, June 18, 2003 2:26 PM CDT

Ashley-
You are in my prayers. Tell your mom that her new, born nephew is also in my prayers. I love y'all! :) :)

Love always,
Christian Garrett :)
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 10:43 AM CDT

Hi Girls,
Praying for you, Aunt Cindy, Uncle Patrick, and baby Patterson, and all the family. If you are you keeping Addison today, you can teach her a new song and dance!
Take care. Love you all.
Carolyn Harwell
Dallas, TX - Friday, June 13, 2003 6:58 AM CDT

Donna,

I am brought to tears to read this latest entry. You and your family are testaments of followers of Him to help those who can't grasp the unthinkable you all continue to live daily. "God has surely listened and heard my voice in prayer. Praise be to God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me!" Psalm 66:19-20
I will continue to keep you, your family and all those parents who have lost a child - at any age, in my prayers.

Susan
Charlotte, NC - Thursday, June 12, 2003 10:34 AM CDT

Hey Ashley, I hear you were able to 'dip' in the pool recently. It's great to see all your progress. God has been so faithful to you and our family. I'm having to place Patterson in His hands just as I did you. Holding Patterson's little hands is an incredible gift, just as it was when you & Ty were first born.
I love my nieces & nephews. -Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN - Thursday, June 12, 2003 10:27 AM CDT

HEY LITTLE BUDDY,
I SAW YOUR DAD AT WALMART. HE TOLD ME THAT YOU GOT YOUR STITCHES OUT AND ARE DOING GOOD. I WAS SO GLAD TO HEAR THE GOOD NEWS!! SORRY, TO HEAR ABOUT LITTLE BABY PATTERSON.
I WILL KEEP HIM IN MY PRAYERS ALSO. SOMETIMES WE WONDER WHY WE MUST GO THRU SOME MANY HARD TIMES BUT GOD IS IN CONTROL.
WE HAVE TO TRUST HIM EVERY MINUTE OF EVERYDAY!! KEEP THE FAITH.
LOVE,
JOYCE
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 5:48 PM CDT

Hello Donna and Family,

My heart aches for all that you have been challenged with over the last year. I will continue to pray for Ashley and I will include precious Patterson in my prayers. I love you!
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 2:44 PM CDT

Dear Donna, Ashley and Family,
We just returned home from an early summer trip and read the sad news about Paterson. I am so sorry that you are all having to endure so much. Please know that we will continue to keep you all in our prayers. We praise God for Ashley's good news and remain hopeful that He will grant you the miracle for Paterson. Thank you Donna for continuing to share with us what God is doing in your life and helping us realize that trusting Him is the only way.
Love to all,
Debbie

Debbie Pyle <deb_pyle@comcast.net>
Nashville , TN USA - Wednesday, June 11, 2003 2:07 PM CDT

Hi Donna and Ashley...

Just wanted to let you know we are all thinking about you both, your family and baby Patterson.

Much love,
Deirdre
Deirdre Blackburn <deirdre.blackburn@stjude.org>
Memphis, TN 38105 - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 10:30 AM CDT

Miss Ashley & family, Just want you to know that Mr. Patterson and your family are being lifted in prayer to our Father who has all the answers. Miracles are His business and we just have to trust in Him for His will. We certainly do not understand the "whys" of how a family can handle the load you all are under once again. But you know His word tells us EVERYTHING is for a reason. We received an email from Brendle's mom just today that had an attachment with a beautiful poem, "It's in the Valleys that I Grow". We had read it several times before but this time it was overwhelming powerful & touching especially coming from Janet in the midst of her horrific valley. We pray for you all and will keep Mr. Patterson held high in prayer. In His Love - Barney, Trish & Emma Grace
"When my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I." Psalm 61:2 KJV
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction and faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12 NIV
"Blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed." John 20:29 KJV

Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln,, AR U.S.A. - Monday, June 9, 2003 5:16 PM CDT

My heart is with you and your family. We are praying for this precious baby and your family. God bless you and keep you all close to His heart. I love you, Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells
Cordova, TN - Sunday, June 8, 2003 1:12 AM CDT

-Ashley
Hey girlfriend!! :) :) Giselle and I are so very proud
of your progress during your time at St. Jude. We all love you!!!

love,
christian and giselle

Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, June 4, 2003 10:14 AM CDT

Ashley and Donna, I loved the silly string picture! You girls, and family, continue to be such an inspiration to all of us. Good that you could attend the awards ceremony. Take care. Love and prayers, Carolyn
Carolyn Harwell <mimiharwell@earthlink.net>
- Monday, June 2, 2003 3:44 PM CDT

Hey Ashley!!
I am so glad to here that you are doing good. I am doing good too, I will have a check up in June and they will have to stick me, I am NOT looking forward to that. I am so happy I get to see everybody. Maybe I can see you too. I will pray for a quick recovery. I am doing really good. I can even ride a bike!!
Mrs. Donna,
You are an insperation to me and my mom with your wonderful faith. I can't wait to see you and Ashley. I had trouble finding this site but we finnally found it. Talk to you later.

Hayley
Hayley Arceneaux <Hayleykatester@aol.com>
St. Francisville, LA USA - Saturday, May 31, 2003 9:55 PM CDT

HEY ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
I'M SO GLAD THAT YOUR SURGERY IS OVER. I WILL PRAY FOR COMPLETE HEALING OF THE INCISION.
CONGRADULATIONS ON YOUR SCHOOL AWARDS!! WAY TO GO ASHLEY AND TYLER!! I CAN SEE HIM ACTING CRAZY WHEN HE RECEIVED HIS !!
I AM STILL PRAYING FOR YOU EVERYDAY!! I HOPE TO BE ABLE TO COME AND SEE YOU SOON.
LOVE,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Thursday, May 29, 2003 4:44 PM CDT

Dear Ashley and family,

As Belle and I were on our walk and I was talking to my Father in Heaven, I saw Floyd leaving. This prompted me to pull up the web site when I got home. I am so glad to hear that the surgery went well. That is just another answered prayer behind us. Maybe after Ashley can go swimming and I have a grandbaby visiting, we can come down and visit. I pary for you all everyday and for Emma Grace. I will now add Brendle to my precious list. Ashley, continue to perservere. I love you,
Miss Cindy
cindybrewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, tn - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 12:58 AM CDT

ashley and family,

you bring joy to my heart watching each of you at church. God is a wonderful and never failing God. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

Michael/Terri Vest
vest
- Tuesday, May 27, 2003 12:33 AM CDT

Ashley, What a thrill to read about God's hand in your surgery. No Skin Graft! Whoopee!! I love you so much, sweetie, but there is no one that compares to Jesus. Your trials this past year make the Alps Mountains look so small. But Big Trials call for a Big God! I am so happy for you and your family. My family continues to pray for all of you because you are so precious to us. Love, Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells
- Saturday, May 24, 2003 11:49 PM CDT

Praying all is going well after the surgery. I am sorry I didn't get to visit longer when I ran into you this week. Of course, thought I would already have you called by now. Where does our time slip??? We continue to pray for Miss Ashley and family. How marvelous God is to get chapters behind us that we never thought would come. He is truly an AWESOME GOD!!! May He continue to bless you and we pray for Miss Ashley's constant healing. We love you!! One of your many St Jude friends; Emma Grace, Daddy Barney & Momma Trish
Barney & Trish Hampton <www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 3:45 PM CDT

Hi Ashley and family. I pray that your surgery went well. We continue to pray for you and are very proud of you and your faith. We love you!

Kim Weaver <kaweaver@fedex.com>
Memphis, TN - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 12:41 AM CDT

Hey Ash, I'm praying for your surgery today. I'll see you at St Jude.
Love You, Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White
Cordova , TN - Monday, May 19, 2003 8:56 AM CDT

I am praying for you especially today during your surgery. God is in control. He makes no mistakes!!!!
Rebecca Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
Memphis, TN - Monday, May 19, 2003 8:27 AM CDT

Hey Ashley and Donna (mom) - so glad you are doing so well. I have missed you on the weekends, but am always glad when you are not "inpatient". Unfortunately there are children filling every bed lately. Thanks for your continued prayers for all the children. Remember please that you are in my daily thoughts and prayers also as you continue to keep the cancer at bay. God Bless you and your family.
Nurse Angela <apratt@rocketmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, May 15, 2003 11:38 AM CDT

Ashley & Donna,
God Bless you, so glad to know all those Chemos are all over. It has been such a joy to see the faithfulness of God and to see how other lives are impacted because of your commitment in Christ Jesus. I so glad to know you all. Floyd thank you for being the Man of God many of us look to cause you stood strong in the midst of battles. may blessings be many for your Family. Ashley and all the kids were excellent Sunday Night.
Boyd from the Choir <Boyd2267@ureach.com>
Cordova, TN USofA - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 0:35 AM CDT

I am very happy to see this update. May the grace of God and His Son continue with you on this journey of life. Yours has been a testimony of faith thus far. Be happy and live every day to the fullest little one. CONGRATULATIONS!
Susan
Charlotte, NC - Monday, May 12, 2003 2:03 PM CDT

Dear Ashley,

I am a neighbor to Natalie Caton and heard your good news from them. My husband is the minister of Natalie at her church. We praise the Lord with you for your awesome reports. We will pray continued blessings on you and your family!! Tammie Jones Saint Joseph Missouri!
Tammie Jones < >
, - Saturday, May 10, 2003 10:24 PM CDT

Dear Ashley, we heard about you through Tausha Taylor Natalie's mom and my family and I wish you the best you are a beautiful girl. We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless
Lynn, Michelle and Brittany Holthaus
Higginsville, Mo - Saturday, May 10, 2003 1:10 PM CDT

Hello again Donna & Ashley,
Natalie & I met you in the D clinic waiting area after PT at St. Judes last week. We are home now and share your good news! Natalie is considered to have "inactive cancer" instead of being in remission and we also have the 5 year golden rule. Natalie's No Mo Chemo party was 9-20-02. We are still in what has been termed the "hot zone" of the first two years post-treatment. We will be praying for you specifically Ashley as we pray for all the kids at St. Jude every night. Please add Natalie to your prayers too. We are currently having her website updated but you can still check it out at www.nataliecaton.us ! We hope you enjoyed the Cherry Mash candy. Natalie really enjoyed that candy when she was on chemo. We really enjoyed your website and we want you to know that we share many of the same thoughts, prayers, fears, and joys. Some days we had to take life moment by moment and others hour by hour and now we are up to every 3 months. It is stressful to return to St. Jude for the check-ups but we always feel less stress when they are done. Thank God for the extended family we have at St. Jude. They really do work miracles there every day. Oh and by the way I asked Dr. Gallindo about his son and he doesn't have one. He said he tells everyone who asks about the chemo that if he had a son with cancer, he would give him the chemo! :>
Tausha Taylor & Natalie Caton <ohmy@ccp.com>
St. Joseph, MO USA - Friday, May 9, 2003 6:07 PM CDT

Dear Donna and Ashley,
I am singing praises to the Lord for his goodness and blessings. I just got my computer going after being without it for a week. I am so excited about the results of all the tests. Donna, God is good and He will calm your fears. Ashley, I love the way you have "perservered"!
I will continue to lift you up in prayer each day.
I love you, Cindy Brewer
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, tn - Friday, May 9, 2003 11:04 AM CDT

HEY ASHLEY ,
I LOVE THE PICTURE OF YOU WITH THE SILLY STRING. YOUR SMILE BOUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES!!! I REMEMBER WHAT THE LAST CHEMO DAY MEANT TO ME!!! HOW ABOUT THOSE SCANS? THOSE CANCER CELLS WERE TAKEN CARE OF MONTHS AND MONTHS AGO. GOD HAS BEEN WATCHING OVER YOU AND WILL CONTINUE TO IN THE DAYS AND YEARS TO COME. YOUR SUCH AN INSPIRITATION AND HAVE SUCH A WONDERFUL TESTIMONY OF GOD'S HEALING POWER!! TAKE CARE.
REMEMBER TO STILL REST AS YOU STILL NEED IT. MOM SAID YOU ARE GOING AND GOING!!! I HOPE TO COME AND SEE YOU SOON.
I NEED A HUG REALLY BAD. LOVE AND PRAYERS,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN USA - Thursday, May 8, 2003 4:54 PM CDT

Ashley I am so glad for you that your chemo days are over and I know all that you have to face in the days ahead God will continue to bless you and give you all strength. I love your family and will continue to pray for you.
Rhonda McNeely
RHONDA MCNEELY <hsmrjm@netzero.net>
COLLIERVILLE, TN USA - Tuesday, May 6, 2003 3:11 PM CDT

Hi Ashley and Garrett family,

I have enjoyed viewing your web page over the last month and keeping updated on your progress. My niece, Emily Miller just started on the path that you are completing. A friend of mine send me your address when we first got the news of Emily. It has really helped me to understand the process and to see a successful outcome. I say "outcome" because I know that your faith in God will see you through to the 5 year mark and beyond. May God continue to bless you in everything that you do. Please continue to pray for Emily and others, which I am sure you will.

Congratulations,
Randy
Randy Greenslade <rwgreenslade@fedex.com>
Walls, MS - Tuesday, May 6, 2003 12:08 AM CDT

Hi Ashley and Family - The great big smile on your face says it all - C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S - I bet you were a real party girl that day. We will continue to pray for upcoming evaluations, knowing that God has delivered you from this trial. Ashley, you are truly a walking, talking testimony of God's goodness. We love you and your family and will always keep you in our minds and our hearts.
Love, Sherry & family
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Tuesday, May 6, 2003 11:10 AM CDT

To all the Garretts,
We are so happy to read the wonderful news. What a great testimony for a whole family who never lost sight of the miraculous power of our loving God!!!!!! The whole world should know the story of Ashley Garrett and her unwavering faith and infectious smile! What an honor it is to know each of you. You are all an inspiration to so many who face this dragon known as cancer. Way to take him, head on! We hope you are celebrating in a big way. What an awesome God we have the priviledge to serve! WAY TO GO, LITTLE MISS ASHLEY! God bless you all!

The Winchester Family - Phillip, Melinda, Chad and Rebecca

Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, May 5, 2003 8:05 PM CDT

Garrett Family,
I have followed up every weekend with reports on Ashley and what a great piece of news to read!!!!! God is so
Good!!! I will continue to pray for you and I am so happy to hear that you are doing so well. I love you guys and
will always be here for you. Praise God !!!! Ashley you are so beautiful! Donna & Floyd you both are so SPECIAL!
Love,
Brenda Rhoda
Brenda Rhoda <brendarhoda@msn.com>
Hernando, MS US - Saturday, May 3, 2003 1:37 PM CDT

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
BRUCE GREER <BGREER@FREDSINC.COM>
MEMPHIS, TN SHELBY - Friday, May 2, 2003 4:26 PM CDT

GREAT NEWS! I am so excited for you! YEA!!!! Thanks for the update and for continually sharing your faith. PRAISE GOD!!!
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Friday, May 2, 2003 9:14 AM CDT

ASHLEY what wonderful news!!!! To finally hear that all of the tests reveal you are cancer free means you can stop holding your breath and breath in deeply the full blessing that God has given you. To know that you are the child of a supernatural miracle God is something that you will never let go of. I am so thankful to God for your life and for the life more abundantly He has graced you with! We love you! Ms. Pam and rest of the Sivells
Pam Sivells
Cordova, TN - Thursday, May 1, 2003 11:21 PM CDT

HELLO GARRETT'S
I DITTO EVERYTHING THAT MS. PAT JAMES SAID IN HER EMAIL.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Thursday, May 1, 2003 4:29 PM CDT

Thank God for the wonderful news! I will keep you in my prayers. Pat James
Pat James <james-p@shelby.co.tn.us>
Arlington, TN USA - Thursday, May 1, 2003 4:05 PM CDT

Hi Garrett Family, I love the picture of Ashley at the No Mo Chemo Party. She looks radiant! Thank God for all the wonderful news you have been given. We will continue to pray for you all and especially that Ashley will not have to have surgery to close the wound. God has truly blessed the Garrett family and will continue to do so. You all have the greatest faith in Him. It always makes me feel better to read your entries and I pray that I have that kind of faith to sustain us. We love you,
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Thursday, May 1, 2003 2:03 PM CDT

Hi Ashley, I,too loved the beautiful picture on your website. You are in my prayers. I found this little poem today that a friend sent on e-mail so thought you might like it, too. It's called YOUR CROSS. We all have a cross we bear at some time in our life, God has helped you with yours.
Whatever your cross
Whatever your pain
There will always be sunshine
After the rain

Perhaps you may stumble
Perhaps even fall
But God's always there
To help you through it all.

We love you.

G.A. and Jackie Crosby
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, May 1, 2003 0:19 AM CDT

HELLO GORGEOUS GIRL, AND I DO MEAN GORGEOUS!!!
I LOVE THE PICTURE AND ALL THAT YOU WROTE. THANK YOU FOR MAKING ALL OF US BETTER PEOPLE.
LOVE YOU,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 9:31 AM CDT

Ashley, I have you on my mind so much and have been praying for good news for you . I'm praying our Father will just touch you with his might healing power !! I know you are His beloved !! Hope to have a chance to see you soon and to hear that you are feeling good.

Lots of love to you (AND to Mom, Dad, and Tyler !!),
Lynn Murley
Lynn Murley <lamurl@email.msn.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 11:03 PM CDT

Dear Ashley and Family,
I LOVE the picture! We were so glad to see you at the school program on Sunday!! We are praying for you that all of this will turn out fine and that soon all of this will be behind you! Please keep us posted when you find out the results...we will see you soon! We love you!

David, DeAnna, Taylor, and Ashlyn Temple

DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 9:06 PM CDT

Ashley,
What a beautiful picture on your web site. Your smile could always brighten up anyone's day. I will be praying epspecially the next couple days as your scans are completed. You are right; we do serve an awesome God!
Rebecca Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
Memphis, TN - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 2:45 PM CDT

Hi Ashley! Just wanted you to know that I did pray for you today. I went to your Dad's office last week and he told me that yesterday and today would be the scans. I KNOW that you will be so glad to have all of this behind you. Let us know ASAP how everything went. (P.S. Did you know that Jeremiah 29:11 is Mr. Steve's favorite verse? We are claiming it on your behalf!) Love you, Miss Pam
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 1:06 PM CDT

Hello Garrett Family! Hope all of you did not party too much at the "No Mo Chemo Party." Hope fun was had by all. All of you remain in my daily prayers and I think about you so very often. Take care of yourselves. There is a lot of love in the Mid-South for the Garrett Family! Love, Charlie Aaron
Charlie Aaron <cdaaron@northwestms.edu or caaron@midsouth.rr.com>
- Tuesday, April 29, 2003 8:45 AM CDT

Hey Girl! I love the picture with all of the silly string. I know that was a great day and great fun. I am praying for you, and most of all Jesus is sitting at the right hand of the Father interceeding for you. We are so blessed to be God's children. You are at the top of His list of things to take care of. I Loooveee You! Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells
Cordova, TN - Tuesday, April 29, 2003 1:07 AM CDT

Hey Miss Ashley,
What a great picture! You asked for it and you've got it; we will be praying hard for an excellent report! We'll even give you a bonus and start the prayers tonight! God bless you sweetie. Tell your mom and dad to hang in there.
The Winchesters - Phillip, Melinda, Chad and Rebecca
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 10:36 PM CDT

It was so good to see you in church today, Ashley. You looked so cute. Ms. Barbara said you are going to start doing our make-up for us. That will be so much fun. We had a blast today doing the pig and the chicken for Childrens Church. I have that pig part down pat. Mark thinks it is so funny because I also snort when I laugh sometimes. It can be so embarrassing. My sister does the same thing. We will be praying for your tests the next few days. I am so proud or you. So many people run away from God in the heat of a battle, but we have been blessed to meet God face to face going through the battle of life. I so love it when I close my eyes in the midst of tears of pain and joy and have my Heavenly Father place his hands on my face and tell me how much I am loved, He is with me, and I am going to make it. You are so special to the Father, and I am so thankful to be a part of your life. I love you, Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells <denmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN - Monday, April 28, 2003 0:05 AM CDT

Hello Ashley and Family,

I am so sorry to see that you have been re-admitted and continue to run the fever. I am praying for you everyday and I will have you in my thoughts and prayers during your scans.

Love you

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Friday, April 25, 2003 9:52 AM CDT

Hi Ashley and Family,
We were just checking in again with you to let you know that we are thinking about you!! We hope that you will be coming home from the hospital soon (if you haven't made it home already!) We love you!

The Temple's
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, April 24, 2003 11:32 PM CDT

HEY ASHLEY MY LITTLE BUDDY,
I AM SO GLAD THAT YOUR CHEMO IS OVER. I'VE HAVEN'T WROTE YOU A MESSAGE IN A WHILE BUT I THINK AND PRAY FOR YOU EVERYDAY!! SORRY, TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE BACK IN THE HOSPITAL. I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY THAT YOUR FEVER IS GONE.
MY LAST CHEMO TREATMENT TOOK ME SEVERAL WEEKS TO GET OVER,
SO JUST HANG IN THERE!! I WILL PRAY FOR THOSE SCANS- BUT WE KNOW THAT GOD HAS ALREADY TAKEN CARE OF THOSE CANCER CELLS!!
TAKE CARE AND JUST REST!!!!
LOVE,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN 38017 - Wednesday, April 23, 2003 12:19 AM CDT

Hi Ashley and Family,
We are so sorry to hear that you are back in the hospital!! We are continuing to pray for you everyday...Ashlyn is really looking forward to the day when you can come over and spend the night and ya'll can have some more "girl time". I know that this will be really soon!! Try to not get too discouraged because as you well know, sometimes God's time table is a little different than we want it to be. We will see you soon, and we love you!

Love,

The Temple Family
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 11:30 AM CDT

The Garrett Family.....

We (The other Garrett's) have continually prayed for your entire family throughout your ordeal.
Every angel on earth and heaven is rejoicing in your praises and by those praises, the enemy is bound and powerless. Praise God for our healing and His saving Grace......Congratulations!!!! We are still praying for the family and keep the postings going!!
Marie Garrett <mgarret4@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, April 21, 2003 11:39 PM CDT

Ashley & Family - You know, we heard all of you shouting over here in Beaufort. Congratulations!!!!! Certainly something to celebrate - to God be the glory. You are all amazing - thanks for updates & our prayers will continue. Love, Sherry & family

Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Friday, April 18, 2003 8:40 PM CDT

Ashley, & Donna
So glad to hear that this is you last treatment.. God has truly been so good to us all. Everytime I read your letters I am so blessed to see what God is doing in your lives. I think of Ezekiel 34-26 NIV "I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessings." Truly we have received showers of blessings, and continue to receive. Thank God for his BLESSINGS, on us all. We will continue to Pray for your family. God bless you all is our prayers.
Kathy
Kathy Beavert <kbeavert@alltel.net>
Murfreesboro, Ar USA - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 7:46 PM CDT

The Garretts
We rejoice with you that the chemo days are behind you. Although we have not visited the guest book often, we have visted your web site to check on you. We will continue to pray for you with your upcoming surgery. Ashley, I see you as a becoming a beautiful young woman, just like your mom and Aunt Cindy. Much love to you and your family.
Mark and Bobbi Blankenship
Bobbi Blankenship <bblankenship@sedgwickcms.com>
Southaven, MS 38671 - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 5:03 PM CDT

Sure glad to hear Ashley is about through witth the chemo.
Tell us how the "No Mo" party went.
We pray God's blessings on all of you.
I have an old friend in MN that has a daughter with similar cancer and just found out after chemo and some surgery she is cancer free for now. She too has a caring bridge page. Her name is Laura Jahnke.
May God continue to watch over Ashley and her family.
Jerry Wallace <gwallace@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 9:05 PM CDT

Hello Ashley & Family!! We are so HAPPY for you to have this FINAL round DONE!!! HALLELUJAH!!! God certainly has His Hand of healing and protection on you all. May He continue to bless you and we are so glad for the Big Day to be here for you. We will be there one day as well! Love ya! One of your many St Jude Families!
Emma Grace, Barney & Trish Hampton <bubbleup42@yahoo.com www.caringbridge.org/ar/emmagrace>
Lincoln, AR USA - Monday, April 14, 2003 10:18 AM CDT

Ashley, We are so happy that the chemo is over for you! Your Christlike spirit throughout these months of treatment has been an inspiration to all of us. It was good seeing you last Sunday and we'll see you again soon. We love you!!
Larry & Pam Coley
Germantown, TN - Saturday, April 12, 2003 10:10 PM CDT

Ashley & Family,
Praise the Lord! I know that you are so happy to get this long, horrible ordeal behind you. We are all happy for you!
Sunday, you and you parents testimonies were so heart warming. The tears of joy were throughout the congregation. Can't wait for the service that Pastor was talking about. You all will be so inspiring!!!! We will continue to pray for you. God Bless You. I LOVE YOU!

Rita Garner
Byhalia, MS - Saturday, April 12, 2003 8:14 PM CDT

CONGRATULATIONS ASHLEY AND FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!Words cannot describe how we are all truly excited and grateful that you have finished treatments!! What an amazing time this is for you. My kids are sitting here asking why I have tears going down my face as I laugh with joy reading Donna's latest entry. I am feeling such an huge amount of emotion for you, and can only imagine what you are all feeling. We love you so much and I know you will all continue to bless me and endless others as your story of continued faithfulness is such a strength to all around you.
Have a terrific weekend and I can't wait to see you at church!! Lots of love and hugs, Jodi
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN 38018 - Saturday, April 12, 2003 2:31 PM CDT

Ashley and family, PRAISE THE LORD! The chemo is over! We are so excited for you and praise God for His faithfulness! You are all such a testimony to us and so many others. You have been so brave! We rejoice with you and love you all! Miss Pam, Mr. Steve, and Mary Cathryn
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 1:53 PM CDT

Congratulation Ashley and Family!!!!!!
I have not written in a while but this GREAT NEWS I couldn't pass up. I am over joyed for each one of you. This time of year is such a great time for things blooming and starting anew. Hopefully, your ole tight wadded Daddy will take ya'll on a GREAT VACATION when school is out. I'm sure everyone could use one. Floyd, I never did hear from you about me and the Captain helping you out in the office if you needed us to. You know we have all the experience anyone would need, so don't use that excuse that you can't get away, we would be right there. Anyway, back being serious, know that we are so proud of ya'll and will continue to keep each of you in our thoughts and prayers
Bo Rutledge <jwrutledge88@hotmail.com>
Collierville, TN - Friday, April 11, 2003 11:56 AM CDT

I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Aunt Brooke <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS - Friday, April 11, 2003 0:06 AM CDT

Dear Ashley and Family,
My friend, Ms Kay told me to hurry and check out your report
today, and of course I did exactly as she instructed me to do. She always brings good news.
It is truly a time of celebration!
I am so happy for all of you. You will continue to be my inspiration
when I worry about "little things". Keep your
strong faith, and know that I will keep you in my prayers. Love, Pat James
Pat James <james-p@shelby.co.tn.us>
Arlington, TN USA - Thursday, April 10, 2003 11:50 AM CDT

CONGRATULATIONS Ashley!!!!!! I know you have been waiting for this day for a long time. God has truly been good. I'm thankful that we have been able to keep up-to-date on your progress. Donna, your words have touched me and blessed me more than words can express. You constantly remind me to appreciate each day as a gift since we do not know what tomorrow will hold. I'm praying that this treatment will go smoothly. I can hardly wait to hear the good news. We love you all! Mark, Michelle, Kelsey & Kyndal
Michelle Sanders
Cordova, Tn - Thursday, April 10, 2003 10:39 AM CDT

CONGRATULATIONS! I cannot imagine the elation you must be feeling! I look forward to more good news in the future. Enjoy this time!
Love ya'll,
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 5:56 PM CDT

The Garrett Family,
We are soooo happy that the last round of chemo is behind you. We look forward to your celebration. Love to all of you.

The Smith Family (Shelley, Dorothy, Stephanie & Christine)

Dorothy A Smith <dasmithcpa@aol.o,m>
Germantown, TN USA - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 11:26 AM CDT

WOW!!! IT'S OVER AND THAT IS JUST WONDERFUL!!! WHERE DID THE LIMO PARK FOR THE FINAL NO-MO RIDE HOME?????? :o) I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU ALL AND SHARE A TRULY WARM AND WONDERFUL FEELING FOR YOU 4. EVERY MORNING WHEN I GET IN THE OFFICE I LOOK AT THE GUEST BOOK FIRST THING FOR AN UPDATE AND MUST ADMIT AM DISAPPOINTED WHEN THE DAYS GO BY W/O ONE. BUT I DO REALIZE DONNA HAS A FEW OTHER THINGS ON HER DAY CALENDAR TO ATTEND TO!!!! EACH AND EVERY ENTRY IS SO APPRECIATED BY US ALL. DONNA GARRETT, YOU ARE SO AMAZING AS IS PRECIOUS ASHLEY AND THE GARRETT MALES! THANK YOU FOR LETTING US SHARE YOUR INNER MOST THOUGHTS AND BEING A PART OF YOUR "EXTENDED" FAMILY. IT GOES W/O SAYING Y'ALL ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!! HUGS & KISSES TO YOU 4..........
YOUR FRIEND,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Wednesday, April 9, 2003 8:30 AM CDT

Hello Miss Ashley and your sweet family,
I can't find the words to describe the joy I feel in my heart for all of you! What a day to celebrate. Our God IS an AWESOME God! You are my hero. May God continue to bless you all. YEAH ASHLEY!

Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA! - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 8:51 PM CDT

Ashley, Sweet Ashley,
Ok - I'm on my way up and I'm ready to PARTY! NO MO CHEMO PARTY THAT IS!!!!!!
Penne' McMorrough <PENNE.MCMORROUGH@STJUDE.ORG>
Olive Branch , Ms 38654 - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 5:04 PM CDT

Hi Ashley and family. So happy to hear this is your last treatment. God has followed your family every step of the way to this day. We are so thankful to God for all his has given you and your family and mine also. You are truly an inspiration and witness for our Father in heaven. You are blessed with a wonderful and loving family and I sincerely admire you and your family for the love of God and the strength He has given each of you to endure what you have been through. The most wonderful gift of Easter is just around the corner and the Risen Lord will be glorified.
We love you and tell Tyler hello. We will continue to pray for you and your family and the surgery you will have.
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 4:41 PM CDT

Ashley, I am so happy for you and your family that the final treatment day has arrived. We have been praying for and will continue to pray for you in the days ahead. I am looking forward to celebrating with you. Love you all.

Rhonda McNeely <hsmrjm@netzero.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 4:24 PM CDT

Hi Ashley,
It was really great seeing you in church. Whenever I think of you the first thought I have is your wonderful smile. Even more important is the smile you have inside of you--what a wonderful yound lady you are.

Our sunday school class continues to pray for you. We love you!
Denny Sivells <sivmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Sunday, April 6, 2003 0:06 AM CST

Ashley,
Sorry it has been so long since I've written, but rest assured, we continue to pray for you EVERY day. You are
always in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers. It is wonderful that you are doing so well and that you only have
one more round of chemo to go. We will continue to pray for your full recovery and look forward to you returning
to school. We love you!

Kim Weaver <kaweaver@fedex.com>
Memphis, TN - Thursday, April 3, 2003 1:55 PM CST

Ashley - your mother is such a remarkable person. You should be so thankful and proud that God has placed this wonderful caring person in your life. I am so thankful that your treatments are almost over=:) Donna - thank you for always taking the time to keep this site updated. With all that you have going on this is quite an undertaking. You not only provide us with information on Ashley but always provide spiritual guidance -THANK YOU!!!
Jenny White
Memphis, TN USA - Thursday, April 3, 2003 8:05 AM CST

Ashley-
So glad you are out and running. Have a few more smilies for you.
Q: What books did the owl like?
A: Hoot-dunits!

Q: What is a chick after she's 6 days old?
A: Seven days old!

Q: Why does a flamingo stand on one leg?
A: Because if he lifted that leg off the ground he would fall down !

Q: Where does a peacock go when it loses its tail?
A: A re-tail store!

Q: What's yellow, weighs 1,000 pounds, and sings ?
A: Two 500 pound canaries!

Q: Which side of a parrot has the prettiest feathers ?
A: The outside!

Q: What do you give a sick bird?
A: Tweetment!

Q: What did the 500 pound canary say?
A: Here Kitty, Kitty !

Q: Why do birds fly south for the winter?
A: Because it's too far to walk!

Daffynition: Illegal--a sick bird.

Q: Why do seagulls live near the sea?
A: Because if they lived near the bay, they would be called bagels !

Q: What happens when a duck flies upside down?
A: It quacks up!

Q: What did the duck say after he went shopping?
A: "Put it on my bill!"

Q: Which animal grows down ?
A: A duck !

Q: Did you hear the story about the peacock ?
A: No, but I heard it's a beautiful tale (tail)!

Q: What kind of bird can carry the most weight?
A: The crane !

Q: What's noisier than a whooping crane ?
A: A trumpeting swan!

Q: Why do hens lay eggs ?
A: If they dropped them, they'd break!

Q: What bird is with you at every meal ?
A: A swallow!

Robert: Did you hear the joke about the broken egg?
Audrey: Yes, it cracked me up!

Q: What's smarter than a talking parrot ?
A: A spelling bee !

Hope to see you Sunday!!!

Dronda Morrison
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 5:06 PM CST

Hey there, Garrett family! You continue to be an inspiration and a great example of true faith. Thank you so much for keeping the web page updated. We continue to pray for you daily and can't wait to hear that the last chemo treatment is DONE! I think it's so cool that you pray over the bags themselves, and I believe there is more power in that than we know. God bless you all!
Margie Meck
Cordova, TN - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 4:29 PM CST

Dear Ashley & Family - I hope you all stayed really busy having fun the last few days. Only one more round of chemo - thank God for all he has done during the last year. I know His hand is on you always. And Donna, I, too, believe in prayer. We will continue to pray for good results. Much love, Sherry & family
Sherry Murphy <smurphy@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 1:46 PM CST

HELLO DEAR GARRETT'S:
WHAT A WONDERFUL WAY TO START A BEAUTIFUL DAY WITH SUCH A GOOD REPORT AND ON SUCH A PRETTY SPRING WALLPAPER. I AM SO HAPPY WITH THE REPORT BUT NOT SURPRISED! MS. ASHLEY IS A REAL TROOPER AS ARE THE REST OF THE GARRETT'S AND WE ALL KNOW WHAT THE GOOD LORD CAN AND IS DOING. GOES WITHOUT SAYING THAT YOU ARE IN SO MANY OF OUR PRAYERS AND DONNA YOU WARM SO MANY HEARTS WITH YOUR WONDERFUL WRITINGS. I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH.
TILL NEXT TIME......
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Wednesday, April 2, 2003 10:10 AM CST

Ashley - Please know that you are continually in our thoughts and prayers. We are so excited that this will be your final round of chemo! God has truly used you and your entire family throughout these months to touch others with God's unfailing and steadfast love.

We love you!
Larry and Pam Coley
Germantown, TN - Tuesday, April 1, 2003 9:52 PM CST

Ashley and Donna,
I check your web page every few days. I pray for your healing and for the plan God surely has for this very brave and special young lady. I pray God will continue to lift you up above the trials.
Bonnie Green
Southaven, MS - Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:03 PM CST

Ashley,
It was so good to see you yesterday, but no more jokes about you now having more hair than I do. You looked great as always. Debbie and I commented that you looked so beautiful with your fantastic smile and attitude to match. I know you are excited that the treatments are almost over. We'll pray that this week goes fast for you and God will put all of this behind you. We love you. Tony, Debbie, and Alyssa
Tony Maddox <tmaddox1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN - Monday, March 31, 2003 8:50 AM CST

Hi Ashley,
Hope this finds you feeling much better and fever free on this beautiful Sunday morning. We were so happy and thankful to hear that the spot on your leg was only fluid. Praise GOD for his wonderful blessings!!! We are praying for you and hope you are home soon. Tell Mom hi and take good care of her too. Love, Jeanie Gelormine
Barry, Jeanie & Brianna Gelormine <barryg_1@msn.com>
Olive Branch, MS USA - Sunday, March 30, 2003 11:23 AM CST

Ashley,
I had the pleasure of meeting your father for the first time on Saturday March 22,2003, when we played golf together at Windyke CC. Since that time I have learned a little bit about a remarkable young lady named Ashley. I want to congratulate you on being cancer free. I know a little bit about someone being cancer free because my wife (June) was diagnosed with cancer in 1983 and she like you had the best doctors, however I feel the one thing that cured her is her faith. She has been cancer free for twenty years now. We all know what can happen when people believe because my family and your's have had the fourtune of seeing it happen.

I understand you have or are receiving golf clubs and will be at Windyke CC putting your skills to the test. I know you will really enjoying being at Windyke it is a great place to play golf. Also I know after you play for a while you will be able to beat your Father and when that happens you will be able to beat me also, won't that be an awful thing to happen, to able to beat your Father. (ha ha) Enough of the trash talk.

Ashley, I just want you to remember that sometimes thing happen so we are able to grow to be the person that God wants and needs us to be and I know that you and your family have grown and that God is proud of all of you.

My wife and I will pray for you and your family, also our church will be praying.

I look forward to meeting you out at Windyke with your golf clubs. However allow me to warn you golf can be a humbling game. I know that will not stop you because you are a winner!!!

Keep up the good work.

From a friend you have not met.

Lew Hardy <lewhardy@prodigy.net>
Memphis, Tn Shelby - Sunday, March 30, 2003 7:51 AM CST

Hi Ashley and Family,
Sorry, I haven't written to you lately, but have been reading your updates. Sorry that you are back in the hospital - Hope you get out soon and then complete your last two chemos without a lot of problems. I received an email this week and want to share it with you:

May today there be peace within.
May you trust your highest power that you are exactly where you are meant to be...
May you not forget the infinite possibilities are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received, pass on the love that has been given to you...
May you be content knowing you are a child of God...
Let this presence settle in your bones, and your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.
It is there for each and every one of us.

We LOVE you and your family and please know that we continue to pray for you all daily!!
Hope you are feeling better and hope to see you in church real soon.
Rita Garner
Byhalia, MS - Friday, March 28, 2003 11:01 AM CST

Hello Garrett Family,

Sorry it has been so long since I wrote last, but just b/c I haven't written doesn't mean yall haven't been on my mind and in my prayers!! Take care and God Bless!!

Samantha Slade
Samantha Slade <sdavis2099@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, March 27, 2003 5:03 PM CST

Ashley, Know it's been a while. But know that we are always praying for you. Sorry that you have been put back in where you can't see anyone. Have a few jokes for you.
Q: Why did the chicken cross the road?
A: To get to the other side!

Q: Why did the monster cross the road?
A: To eat the chicken !

Q: Why did the dinosaur cross the road?
A: It was the chicken's day off!

Q: What do you get if you cross a chicken with a cement mixer?
A: A brick layer!

Q: If a rooster lays an egg on the middle of a slanted roof, on which side will it fall?
A: Neither side. Roosters don't lay eggs!

Q: What did the sick chicken say?
A: "I have the people-pox!"

Q: Who tells the best chicken jokes?
A: Comedi-HENS!

Q: What figure is like a lost parrot ?
A: A polygon!

Q: What do you get when you cross a parrot and a shark ?
A: A bird that talks your ear off!

Q: What do you get if you cross a cat with a parrot ?
A: A carrot !

Q: Why was the chicken afraid of the chicken?
A: Because he was chicken!

Q: Daughter: Mum, can I have a canary for Christmas ?
A: Mum: NO! You'll have turkey like everyone else!

Q: Why do hummingbirds hum?
A: Because they forgot the words!

Q: What do you get if you cross a canary and a 50-foot long snake ?
A: A sing-a-long!

Q: Where does a 500-pound canary sit ?
A: Anywhere it wants!

Hope they put a smile on your face. Love and kisses.
Dronda
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, March 27, 2003 2:22 PM CST

HI DEAR ASHLEY!
MY HUSBAND HAS AN APPT. WITH YOUR DAD THIS MORNING SO I AM HOPING FOR A GOOD REPORT ON YOU AND HIM BOTH WHEN I GET HOME..... I HEARD ON THE NEWS LAST NITE THAT THEY ARE WORKING ON A PILL TO REALLY KNOCK OUT THE NAUSEA ASSOCIATED WITH CHEMO. IF IT ISN'T IN TIME FOR YOU AT LEAST IT WILL HELP OTHERS IN NEED. THAT WOULD TRULY BE A BLESSING. I LOVE YOU YOUNG LADY AND WILL LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT UPDATE.
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Thursday, March 27, 2003 8:56 AM CST

Hello Sweet Ashley,

Just a note to let you know I'm thinking about you. I know getting those counts up can be a little rough, but once up you only have one round to go. Let's see ya knock it out just like the others. Your in my prayers along with strength for your mom, dad and Tyler. Love, Penne'
Penne' McMorrough <PENNE.MCMORROUGH@STJUDE.ORG>
Olive Branch , Ms USA - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 4:20 PM CST

Ashley,

Sorry to hear you had to go back to the hospital. It was great to see you out playing the other day. We wanted to come over and talk to you, but instead we just enjoyed watching you play. Truely a blessing!!!

We have already starting preparing the garden. You will have to come over and help us plant the garden in about a month. It is tradition for you and Tyler to help with the garden.

We pray for you everyday. You and your family are such an inspiration to all of us.

God Bless and get ready, it's almost tomato and green beans time.

Leo, Kreela, Richard Brintnall
Leo Brintnall
Collierville, TN Shelby - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 4:02 PM CST

Dearest Ashley,
Just caught up with the last few entries and hope that you are doing much better. Yeah!! for the upcoming LAST treatment. Can't wait to see you -- hopefully for the end of school gatherings. You keep your spirits up and take care.
Love,
Shelley, Dorothy, Stephanie & Christine
Shelley,Dorothy, Stephanie & Christine <dasmithcpa@aol.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Monday, March 24, 2003 2:49 PM CST

HEY ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
I HAVEN'T SENT YOU A MESSAGE IN A WHILE BUT YOU ARE IN MY EVERY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I HOPE YOUR COUNTS COME UP SOON AND YOU CAN RETURN HOME. JUST THINK ONE MORE TO GO!!!
KEEP THE FAITH!!
LOVE AND PRAYERS,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN SHELBY - Monday, March 24, 2003 1:32 PM CST

Hello Ashley,

I am sorry you are stuck in the hospital room again. Hopefully by the time you read this you will be fever free! I am sure your mom keeps you entertained. You are lucky to have her. She is a special lady!

Sweetie, keep your spirits up! We are all praying for you.
Love ya,
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Monday, March 24, 2003 1:29 PM CST

Hey There Ashley,

It has been a long time since I've signed in. I check in almost daily to see how you are doing, but I don't always leave you a message. I just learned that you are back in the hospital, and I wanted you to know that last night I was having a little trouble sleeping. It was about 2:00 a.m., and I was just wide awake, so I thought, well, I'll just pray for awhile. The first person who popped in my mind was you. So I was already praying for your counts to rise, and I didn't even know you had checked into the hospital. Just wanted you to know that I was thinking about you and as always praying for God's continued healing. I hope you are at home very soon.

Sure Do Love You,
Miss Christy
Christy Mullikin <cmullikin@teamsportsamerica.com>
Memphis, TN 38017 - Monday, March 24, 2003 12:56 AM CST

Hi, Sweet Ashley! 'Just wanted you to know that I am praying for you continually as you and your family go through the days ahead. Mary Cathryn has been showing me the cheers you taught her last week. She BEGGED me to let her come down and learn some more, so as soon as you're up to it,let us know. (She thinks older girls like you are the BEST! AND SHE'S RIGHT!) Hurry up with that last round of chemo so we can begin the PARTYING! We love you! Miss Pam
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, March 23, 2003 8:55 PM CST

Hello Miss Ashley,
As always, you never cease to amaze. Your positive attitude and your true faith are such lessons for us "old" people! You are a living example of the old saying "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!". I was thinking about your last treatment and how it will coincide with Easter. I thinks that's pretty awesome. As we celebrate Jesus' victory over death, we'll celebrate your victory as well! Spring is such a wonderful season filled with new life and promise. I think it is quite fitting that you will wrap up your chemo as spring unfolds! Now get those counts up and enjoy! Give my love to your sweet mom and dad. P.S. Tell your mom not to be so hard on herself, no worry is silly when you're fighting cancer.
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA! - Saturday, March 22, 2003 11:38 AM CST

Ashley - I am sorry I have not written sooner - you have actually been on my mind all week and I'm finally having a chance to sit at the computer and say hello. I pray you are feeling better today. The countdown, like your mom said, to the last treatment is beginning and what an awesome thing that is to know for you! Every day we will pray those specific prayers to not only carry you through this time quickly with no complications, but with intense enthusiasm that God is going to give you this victory soon!
You are, as always, an amazing inspiration to me, even when I have a bad day, I think of you and it never ceases to amaze me how big my smile and heart gets at what a true gem of God you are. Have a superdiduper week. Love, Jodi
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, March 20, 2003 11:05 PM CST

Hi Ashley! I am a lady dentist and your Dad is a friend of mine. I met him through Mrs. Karen Kenney. I just wanted you to know that I have an 11 year old Ashley too and we are praying for you to feel much better soon! Ashley would love to play with you when you are feeling stronger. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers!!!!! Spring is coming--and summer...yea! Tell your Mom and Dad hello from Dr. Terry Devall. Have a great day!
Terry Devall <daisybear@earthlink.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 4:34 PM CST

Hi Ashley, Hope you are feeling better. Did you ever get any girl scout cookies? I still have some if you want some more just email me and I'll mail you some. Hope all your family is doing okay. Are you looking forward to Easter? Well have a super duper day. Love in Christ,
Mrs. Malinda and Girl Scout Troop #48 <mnoel2@alltel.net>
- Wednesday, March 19, 2003 12:38 AM CST

Hey Ash, just thinking about you...hope you have a great day. Let's do Mexican sometime soon - you know I can make some good Pancho's dip - just ask Tyler.
Love you - Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 9:12 AM CST

Ashley, I am so glad you are home from your treatment. We were gone for a couple of days and I didn't realize you had started your treatment. I sure hope you get to feeling better soon so you can get back outside and play. I loved looking out my window last week while cleaning house and seeing you out there practicing your cheers and hitting the baseball. What a wonderful sight that was! I could only imagine how your mom must have felt looking out her window!! We all love you and are praying for you always! Mrs. Ellen
Ellen Chatham
- Monday, March 17, 2003 10:41 PM CST

Dear Ashley,
You are in my prayers every day. My Sunday School class prays for you, too. They are always asking how sweet pretty Ashley is doing? Just one more chemo, that's great.
Hang in there. Remember you are loved by so many.
Love,
Cathy Westmoreland
Cathy Westmoreland <clwestmoreland@hotmail.com>
Collierville, Tn USA - Monday, March 17, 2003 7:49 PM CST

Dear Ashley & Family - I am so glad for all of you that you are now approaching the final chemo round. That has to be a wonderful feeling - and to know that God has been with you through everything is truly a blessing. Donna, we appreciate all the updates and will continue to lift Ashley (as well as all of you) up in prayer with upcoming tests and evaluations. Ashley, you are an inspiration to all who know you. Oh, guess what, Emilee is getting married on June 14th! We love all of you. Sherry & family
Sherry Murphy <smurphy@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Monday, March 17, 2003 6:12 PM CST

Ashley and family
I've read your update and it looks like Mom is breaking the rules about crying without Ashley crying. Hey, it's ok. There are a lot of people praying for all of you here in Blytheville, Ar. so keep your chin up.May God wrap his arms around all of you.
Bill Kenner <a046532@allstate.com>
blytheville, Ar usa - Monday, March 17, 2003 3:46 PM CST

HELLO EVERYONE!!!
SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT THE NEXT TO THE L A S T CHEMO SESSION IS OVER. ASHLEY, I WISH I COULD TAKE AWAY SOME OF THE SICKNESS FOR YOU AND I PROMISE I WOULD IF I COULD! AND DONNA ALL OF THOSE FEELING THAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING ARE SO VERY NORMAL AND ANY PARENT WOULD FEEL THE SAME WAY. JUST TRY AND HOLD ON A BIT LONGER AND THIS WILL ALL BE A THING OF THE PAST AND YOU ALL CAN GET ON WITH A BEAUTIFUL LIFE THAT YOU SO DESERVE. ST. JUDE WILL PROBABLY WANT TO HIRE YOU BOTH (DO HOLD OUT FOR A HUGE SALARY :o) ) TO MINISTER TO AND COUNSEL PATIENTS AND PARENTS. YOU ARE A MAGNIFICENT DUO. DR. G. AND TYLER ARE PRETTY DARN SPECIAL TOO (FOR BOYS) HAHA
KEEP US ALL UPDATED AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL THE TIME.
MUCH LOVE
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Monday, March 17, 2003 3:04 PM CST

Hi Ashley and family, We are so sorry you are having such a time with this session of Chemo. One more to go, sounds so good. We will pray for the spot on your leg and your continued well being. I know when the weather is warm and you can get outside a little more you will feel much better also. Saturday and Sunday after church I worked in the yard and it is so nice to see all of God's wonderful works appearing. It is a great therapy for me to get outside at this time. Joe and I think about you all the time and pray for you and your family. Tell Tyler hello and we love you all.
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn Shelby - Monday, March 17, 2003 1:42 PM CST

Hi Ashley and Donna,
I just finished reading the updates and I was just "checking in" on both of you. We will continue to pray for the upcoming x-rays, and that they will be ok...please try not to worry too much...God knows how you both feel! We all are praying for you. Just think only one more treatment to go! We are thinking about you, and we will see you soon!

Love,
DeAnna Temple and Family
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, March 17, 2003 12:41 AM CST

Ashley and family, I continue to pray for you...Donna, thank you for mentioning the scripture verse in your journal entry. I too need that imprinted on my heart and mind! I have just gone through a radiation treatment and my cancer (thyroid)is nowhere near as serious as Ashley's condition but scary nonetheless. Ashley, thank you for your courage and determination...you might not believe it, but YOU are helping me with your strength, determination, and courage! Keep up the good work...you are blessed and are also a blessing! (I am Missy Thomason's sister!)
Mindy Danieli <MELLYsis@aol.com>
Absecon, NJ USA - Monday, March 17, 2003 11:40 AM CST

Ashly ....I hope that you are feeling better. You have been so strong this past year and I am so thankful that you only have one more treatment left. I know that by going through this whole experience you will become a much stronger person. You have faced such a challenge head on and I hope that you learn that anything is possible with a lot of faith, prayers and love =:)

Steve, Jenny and Mackenzie White <jenny.white@servicemaster.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Monday, March 17, 2003 2:08 AM CST

hi ashley
I hope you are doing great in every way.
keep writing, ashley
it is good to hear from ~~~~~~** "you" **~~~~~~
I pray for you always~~~~~~~~~
Rebecca Chang
Japan - Thursday, March 13, 2003 11:22 AM CST

Hello Ashley and Donna. This is Mary Rabb, Will's mother and I wanted ya'll to know we will be in Memphis Tuesday and Wednesday for Will's check up. I hope we are able to see ya'll. Ashley I am so happy all is going well and treatments will be over soon. Love to all. Hope to see ya'lll soon
Mary Rabb
Winchester, Tn Franklin - Thursday, March 13, 2003 11:16 AM CST

Hello,

Thank you for the update. I have been thinking of you all so much lately. I pray that you will get your chemo quickly and handle it without getting too sick. I can't imagine the road that you travel daily, but I am there with you in spirit. I pray for your family daily and you will always be a part of mine.

Love,

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 1:01 PM CST

Dear Ashley, Tyler, Donna and Floyd.....

Sorry it has been so long since I have dropped a note, but I have been monitoring your progress and EVERYONE continues to pray for your speedy recovery.

Do you have vacation plans for the spring break? We ae taking the family up to Branson, but Silver Dollar City still will not be open...DARN!!!

I received your Christmas card from your mom and dad and both you and Tyler are so grown looking! I bet you are as tall as your mom now!!

:-)

Well, it is 3:30AM , and I think I will go to bed for now. Love ya' and give a good report soon!

Marie Garrett <marie2974@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 3:33 AM CST

Ashley it is so good to hear you are almost there. Count down to your last treatment is in site. God has been good to you and this will be a testimony to encourage and strengthen others. You are a special little girl and I know God is always with you and will be with you forevermore. I love your family and I am praying for your complete healing. God bless you and give you strength.
Rhonda McNeely <hsmrjm@netzero.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, March 9, 2003 8:43 PM CST

Hi, Ashley! It has been so good seeing you in church lately. Mr. Denny, Mark, and I continue to pray for your complete healing. We are also praying for you and your next round of chemo. We love you so much. I just wanted to jump for joy watching you get around in Childrens Church. When you sat on the floor with such ease and then jumped up when it was time to go, I almost cried with joy. You are so brave, but more than that I can see that you have truly come to understand the reality of the scripture, "The joy of the Lord is my strength." Like Job, life is so much harder for some of us, but the joy of the Lord is also so much greater. I am still not spiritual enough to tell the Lord thank you for my trials and pain, but I am thankful that the Lord prepared me and has always been faithful to keep me right in the palm of His hand. I looovvvvveeeee YOUUUUUUU!!!!!! Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells <denmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN - Saturday, March 8, 2003 8:39 PM CST

Hello Ashley and family - I am so sorry it's been so long since my last entry - it has been great to see you at church so much lately - and even better to know you are getting into the next musical with your brother - (the ham that he is :) we believe 100% that God is working and healing you back to 100%! You are doing amazing and I am so proud of you! And by the way - just as a side note - we haven't chosen a name for this new baby that is on the way (you know, Donna, the baby you thought I was just getting fat for (hehe):) anyway, Scott really likes the name Garrett - so then we would actually have a Tyler and a Garrett - I thought that was rather ironic. Well, have a terrific week and I look forward to hearing more awesome reports on you. Lots of Love, Jodi Nations
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, Tn USA - Saturday, March 8, 2003 3:17 PM CST

Ashley,
Thanks so much for you and your family to come to Blytheville, Ar last Saturday and appear on the 24th annual Radio-cablethon. Your family is so special and you are an angel. I love the rule that your Mom cant cry unless you do. This was going to be my last year to host the event. I felt the Lord was telling me to move on and let someone younger take over. I felt that i was burned out. After meeting you and your family, hearing your words about St Jude and hearing your MOM talk about this seemed like a dream and still doesnt believe this has happened, it made me stop and think that i cant walk away from something that is such a passion with me. It only confirmed my feelings when we hit over $138,000, a new record. YOU were part of that. Thanks again for coming and sharing your story. It meant a lot to a lot of people.
In Christ,
Bill Kenner
bill Kenner
Blytheville, ar usa - Saturday, March 8, 2003 3:17 PM CST

HELLO MS ASHLEY,
SO GLAD TO HEAR ALL IS MOVING ALONG SO WELL. YOUR DAD GAVE ME AN UPDATE WHEN I WAS THERE FOR MY CHECK UP ON WEDNESDAY. BY THE WAY I HAVE NO CAVITIES AND GOT A REALLY NEAT TOOTHBRUSH!!!!!! YOUR PARENTS ARE SO WONDERFULLY SPECIAL AND LOVE YOU AND TYLER TO PIECES. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY!!!! I SAW THE PICTURE OF YOU AT THE CHECK OUT COUNTER SITTING ON THE COUCH WITH ALL THE "BOYS"..............GO GIRL!!!! YOU ARE A REAL BEAUTY.
PS....I LOVED YOUR UNCLE RONNIE'S F A R T JOKE :o)
TILL NEXT TIME.
ALL MY LOVE,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Friday, March 7, 2003 9:19 AM CST

Ashley, your grandfather's ABF friends in Fort Smith are watching your updates and rejoicing at your progress. We are glad you are almost finished with the chemo. We hope you have a great spring and summer!
Susie Lee <bylines@abf.com>
Fort Smith, AR USA - Wednesday, March 5, 2003 11:19 AM CST

Dr. Garrett:

Chuck Forrest told me about Ashley yesterday and I want you to know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers here at CompBenefits. I am glad to see that Ashley is responding so well to her treatments and you are so fortunate to have such a wonderful hospital in Memphis to care for her.

We just joined you on a similar journey on Valentines Day when our 2 1/2 year old Sean was diagnosed with acute lympocytic leukemia. His prognosis is very good but the road to his cure will be very long.

I'll ask Chuck to keep us updated on Ashley's recovery and we will pray that her progress continues.

Todd Fredella <tfredell@compbenefits.com>
Birmingham, AL - Wednesday, March 5, 2003 9:19 AM CST

Hi Ashley,
I wanted to Thank You and your family for coming to the ESA (Epsilon Sigma Alpha) St. Jude radio/cablethon this past weekend. With your help we raised over $136,000!!!You are a precious little girl and I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Christie Williams <kandcc@arkansas.net>
Blytheville, AR 72315 - Monday, March 3, 2003 2:46 PM CST

Hello. It was so nice to hear from you. I check for updates reguarly and things seem to be progressing wonderfully! I think about you and your family so much. You are truly blessed. I am glad that you have Tyler with you. He sounds like such a sweetie. I miss you and love you!
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Thursday, February 27, 2003 11:25 AM CST

Dear Garrett family,
I have been waiting on an update. I almost called this week but knew you all were at home enjoying each other's company. Mike said he saw you at the office and that Ashley looked so good. I still pray every day for complete recovery. Please pray for our little friend, Stanton Haynes. He is back at St. Jude after a quick trip back to Louisiana. I think he is undergoing chemo right now.
Mike and I are going to Louisiana this weekend to check on our parents. I will have my grandson, Beau, next week. Then the next week, I will have my granddaughter, Gracie. Misty's baby is due the end of March. I pray for a smooth delivery and a healthy baby.
I still have your book, Donna, and will return it soon. Maybe on a walk with one of the grandkids we can deliver it.
Take care and we love you all so much,
Cindy
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, tn - Thursday, February 27, 2003 8:21 AM CST

Hi family,
I wanted to tell you "thank you for the update". I have been thanking God that there wasn't any new news because I too was grateful that "no news was good news". Last night as I went to pick Heather up from G.A.'s at church, I heard them praying. As I walked up, I heard Heather pray for you, Ashley, and she asked God to continue to heal you. She also asked Him to help you walk normally without crutches very soon. Heather thanked God for being with you and your family through this whole process. I too thank God for your healing and His continued presence with you.

We continue to pray-as do the other G.A.'s at our church here in Panama City.

Mrs. Debbie Bradford <mbradford@knology.net>
Panama City, FL - Thursday, February 27, 2003 7:17 AM CST

Hi Ashley and family! Just wondered how things were going. We haven't forgotten you. Miss Missy tells me that she saw you at your dad's office recently and that you were walking very well! Praise the Lord! We love you and are so glad your chemo is almost over! Mr. Steve, Miss Pam, and Mary Cathryn
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 1:29 PM CST

Hey Ashley,
It has been a long time since I wrote to you. I still
can't belive you have only 2 more rounds of chemo left.
God has really blessed you and the family very much. I
love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6999@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2003 10:35 AM CST

Hey Ashley - haven't heard how things are going in a while so I pray that no news is good news. I am sitting here at work looking out at all of the snow we received last night. I hope that you and Tyler will be able to get out in it. We will continue to keep you in our prayers=:)
Steve, Jenny and Mackenzie White <sjmwhite@aol.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 11:35 AM CST

Hello Garrett's! We continue to pray for strength for you and Ashley's healing.

Wright & Cindy Cox
Wright & Cindy Cox
Collierville, TN - Monday, February 24, 2003 10:03 PM CST

HELLO TO ALL THE GARRETT'S!!!!!
HOPE THINGS ARE GOING WELL AND LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT UPDATE!
JUST WANTED TO SAY "HI" AND SEND ALONG MY LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR ALL OF YOU.
TILL NEXT TIME................
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Friday, February 21, 2003 9:59 AM CST

Floyd: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Events in life make us realize what's important.
Chuck ,Karen,Garrett,and Haley Forrest <forrben@direcway.com>
Arlington, tn shelby - Friday, February 21, 2003 9:00 AM CST

Hi Ashley,
I was thinking about you tonight and thought I'd send you a note. I know you are counting the days as you get closer to NO MORE TREATMENTS! From the number of visitors on your website, I think the entire state of Tennessee as well as the rest of the country will be celebrating with you! You are one courageous, beautiful and God-loving young lady! I am very honored to call you my friend. Keep up the good work. You are in our thoughts and prayers every day.
Melinda Winchester and family <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, February 20, 2003 10:06 PM CST

Hi Ashley and family, We hope you all are still doing good. We are continuing to pray for you all and especially for the healing of Ashley's leg and her last two treatments. This past year has been extremely rough for you all but your faith is a constant reminder of how God works in mysterious ways. We will also thank God for all he has done for Ashley. Tell Tyler hello and we love you all.

Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Thursday, February 20, 2003 2:41 PM CST

Hello Sweet Ashely,
Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking about you this morning. Seems like each morning I pray for the kids that walk, roll or scoot along these halls, but I always call your name specifically. The Bible says, if any two agree asking in HIS name, God will answer our prayers. I see with just with a quick glance at your guestbook, more than just two of us are praying. I'll end quickly with one of my favorite songs - when I'm struggling, need comfort or just need to know that Jesus is still there, I sing this and chills pop up all over. If you don't know the tune I'm sure your mom does. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, there's just something about that name. Master, Savior, Jesus, like the fragrance after the rain. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, let all heaven and earth proclaim, kings and kingdoms will all pass away, but there's something about that name~~~Love, Penne
Penne' McMorrough <penne.mcmorrough@stjude.org>
Olive Branch , Ms USA - Thursday, February 20, 2003 11:43 AM CST

Hi Ashley. Sure hope you are doing o.k.
Just wanted to say hello and let you know we are keeping you in our prayers.
Jerry Wallace <gwallace@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 10:15 AM CST

Ashley and Family,
Happy Valentine (one day late). I have been busy and just got caught up on your Mom's last two updates. Of course, that is not a good enough excuse for "busy" for me after reading your schedule. Reading your Mom's update reminded me of a song that I have heard recently. The song is about Lazrus. His sister Martha sent for Jesus when Lazarus became sick. Jesus took his time in getting there. When he got there Martha met him and told him that if he had been there and healed Lazarus, he would not have died. He delayed because He knew God would be glorified by waiting. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. The song says "For His way is God's way not yours or mine. Isn't it great when He's four days late He's still on time." Many times we don't understand God's delays and why we suffer - It is obvious there is a Miracle happening in your life - God is using you and your family to glorify HIM. You have witnessed to many people who have come to Christ as believers and to those who through your testimony have come closer to God (me for one). Remember I am praying for you daily, We pray for you in my Bible Study at work, We pray for you in Sunday School and We pray for you in church. WE LOVE YOU! May God continue to richly bless you & your family.
Rita Garner
Byhalia, MS - Saturday, February 15, 2003 9:55 AM CST

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO THE ENTIRE GARRETT FAMILY. I'M GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE HOME. I JUST WENT FOR MY FIRST MAMMOGRAPH SINCE SURGERY. AND I AM CANCER FREE!!!! PRAISE THE LORD!!! IT'S HARD TO BELIEVE THAT IT'S BEEN A YEAR!!!
I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO TALK TO 20 WOMEN WHEN I WENT FOR MY MAMMOGRAPH. THEY WERE ALL COMPLAINING ABOUT HOW LONG WE WERE WAITING. I WAS MORE THAN HAPPY TO TELL THEM THAT TIME IS VALUABLE FOR THE DOCTORS TO MAKE SURE AND LOOK AT THOSE X-RAYS CAREFULLY. OF COURSE THIS WAS A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY FOR ME TO LET THEM KNOW THAT MY FAITH IN GOD BOUGHT ME THRU THIS BUMP IN MY LIFE AND MADE ME STRONGER ALL THE MORE!!! ASHLEY WILL HAVE MANY MANY OPPORTUNITES TO SHARE WITH OTHERS AND LET ME TELL YOU I WAS SO NERVOUS BUT I'M GLAD THAT I LISTENED TO THE LORD AND SHARED WITH THEM. IT FELT SO GOOD!!! I'M EXCITED THAT ASHLEY ONLY HAS 2 MORE CHEMO TREATMENTS TO GO. HANG IN THERE ASHLEY!!! TAKE CARE AND I'LL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU!!! JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW DONNA ABOUT HER LEG HEALING- MY LAST SURGERY WAS 6 WEEKS AGO AND I STILL ONE SMALL SPOT THAT IS NOT HEALED. MY DOCTOR SAID BECAUSE I AM STILL ANEMIC THAT WILL AFFECT THE HEALING AND MAKE THE PROCESS SLOWER SOMETIMES. JUST WONDERED IF ASHLEY'S DOCTORS EVER TOLD YOU THAT. I HAVE HAD 3 SURGERIES AND HEALED VERY VERY SLOW EACH TIME BUT HAVE NEVER BEEN TOLD THIS BEFORE. SO DON'T WORRY IT WILL HEAL AND WE ALSO KNOW THAT GOD IS WATCHING OVER HER. TAKE CARE. LOVE AND PRAYERS,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BMSITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Friday, February 14, 2003 5:03 PM CST

Happy Valentine's Day - I've been trying to reach you on your drive into St Jude's - tell Donna her voice mail is full. I hope PT & clinic goes well. Save me a kiss.
Love you - Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White
Cordova , TN USA - Friday, February 14, 2003 11:28 AM CST

Hi Garrett's! Donna, it was so good to talk to you the other night. Ashley, your mom told me that you want some Girl Scout cookies (me too!). I found someone, with Girl Scout cookies for sale, that lives here in the neighborhood. They also told me that for the next three weekends you can buy the cookies at Kroger. Which kind are your favorite? We like most all of them so we each get our own box...it cuts down on, "who ate all the cookies?"! :)

Em said to say, "HI" for her. We are counting the days when all of this will be history and y'all are playing and swimming (seems like forever in all this cold rain!).

A dear friend of mine sent me an email yesterday with this verse and I thought I'd share it with you.

"For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all." II Cor. 4:17

Happy Valentine's Day! We love you all. Miss Missy
Missy Thomason <thom69@bellsouth.net>
- Friday, February 14, 2003 8:55 AM CST

I missed you at Childrens Church, Sunday. Tyler needs his #2 mother with him. He is so funny. He reminded me of you last Sunday--he wanted to talk my ear off. I sure do love both of ya'll. You are so much fun to be around. I can't wait until next school year and you and Mark are in drama together. Ya'll are going to have so much fun. Mark is going to Nashville Feb. 21st for the Regionals contest. If his group does really well, they will be going to Washington D.C. for Nationals. Pastor Justin says they are really good. I have been trying to lose my voice the last few days. I told the kids I had a "frog in my throat." Their eyes about popped out of their head, and they wanted to see it. Mark's birthday is Saturday. He has been grounded from paintball, so, he is THRILLED he gets to go on his birthday! I was excited to read about that other little girl's tumor that miraculously disappeared. I take that as confirmation we are not praying amiss for you! You have already had many miracles of all kinds that are building a firm foundation of God's faithfulness and goodness to you. BUT, God never does a job halfway. " He will complete the good work he has started in you." We are standing with you. AND someday soon, you will know the fullness of God's promises to you. "But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint." Isaiah 40:31 I love you soooooooooooo much. Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells <denmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN - Tueday, February 11, 2003 10:22 PM CST

Hello Ashley,
Hi!!! I'm sorry to write late but you have only 2
more chemo rounds. PRAISE THE LORD!!!!! God has done
alot of mircles during your sickness. I LOVE YOU!!!

Love,
Christian Garrett

Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tueday, February 11, 2003 5:26 PM CST

Hey Ash, in between coaching the lady Tigers and cruising around Memphis in the limo during your friend's party, try to squeeze some time in for our movie. Have fun this weekend. -Love ya, Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, February 7, 2003 9:29 AM CST

Hey, Ashley! It's been a while since my last entry but that doesn't mean you are not thought of and prayed for every day. We are anxious for the cold weather to go away so everyone will be outside visiting again and you will be through with all your treatments. What a blessing you and your precious family have been in our lives over this past year. Just wanted you to know I was thinking about you today.
Ellen Chatham
Collierville, tn - Thursday, February 6, 2003 3:21 PM CST

yo,
what's goin' on! this is taylor welch. i just wanted to let you know that i am praying for you and want to encourage you. i was reading my bible today and you just popped into my mind. i know god's up to something. anyway, i don't know if you've seen this verse before, but it's a good one. Love you and God BLESS!!!

ISAIAH 26:3

Taylor
taylor welch
- Wednesday, February 5, 2003 3:22 PM CST

Feb 4, 2003 Our Love and prayers are with You.
Hal and Ann Butterworth
- Tueday, February 4, 2003 4:40 PM CST

Hi Ashley -- It was Wonnnnnderful to see your beautiful smile and get a huge hug Sunday!! You ALWAYS brighten my day by just being you!! We continue to pray for you every day and for your family also -- We start practicing for our Mother's Day musical this Sunday night and isnt it great to realize you will be THROUGH WITH TREATMENTS BY THEN!!! Praise The Lord! See you soon!
Mrs. Kimbie <ising4him_lmtd@yahoo.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Tueday, February 4, 2003 9:43 AM CST

Hello All:
Just checking in to see how Ashley is doing and all of you, of course. So glad her physical therapy is going so well! It must be wonderful seeing Ashley taking steps on her own! Thank you for sharing the story of the little girl's miracle. That is absolutely amazing! PRAISE GOD!! We will continue to keep you all in our prayers!
Love, The Gelormine's
Barry, Jeanie & Brianna Gelormine
Olive Branch, MS USA - Sunday, February 2, 2003 12:23 AM CST

HELLO TO EVERYONE IN THE GARRETT FAMILY! I WAS SO EXCITED TO SEE THE NEW PHOTOS. EVERYONE LOOKS GREAT!! HANG IN THERE ASHLEY THIS IS ALMOST OVER. YOU ARE A MIRACLE CHILD IN THE WORKING. GOD IS STILL WORKING THOSE MIRACLES IN YOUR LIFE.
YOU CONTINUE TO WORK HARD IN P.T. AND YOU WILL BE WALKING
AND RUNNING SOON!!! YOU ARE SUCH AN INSPIRITATION AND YOU KEEP THAT FAITH!!! THANKS, DONNA FOR THE UPDATES. I'M TELLING YOU TO BE READY TO WRITE A BOOK ( IN YOUR SPARE TIME HAHA!!!) WHEN THIS IS OVER!!! YOU DO SUCH A WONDERFUL JOB AND I ADMIRE YOUR HONESTLY WHEN TIMES ARE SO DIFFICULT.
IT HELPS TO KNOW YOUR DAILY PRAYER NEEDS!! IT'S REAL GREAT WHEN WE ALL GET TO REJOICE AT ALL THE MIRACLES THAT GOD IS DOING IN YOUR FAMILY AND ASHLEY!!! TAKE CARE. LOVE AND PRAYERS, JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Saturday, February 1, 2003 7:22 PM CST

Sweet Ashley. How great it is to hear your mom's reports on you as well as the amazing miracles she puts into words for us all to give thanks to God for. You are an amazing miracle of God. God knows how you feel daily and He knows your need ask the question, "why can't I be a miracle child?" That's just the amazement of God. He allowed you to feel and ask that so you could truly hear and believe the words your mom has spoken to you. The prayers you feel daily and the continued love of God that you feel surrounding you, is testimony alone that you are a miracle child!! My eyes spring with tears for your heartache, yet tears of happiness knowing 100% you are wrapped in His holy arms and are being well taken care of. I hope I know you for and your family forever, because I want to hear your testimony you will share over and over again into your adult years, because your amazing strength and faith will prove you are truly an amazing miracle of God!! I love you dearly and loved seeing you at church last weekend. You are faithfully in our prayers and your very presence brings light to my days. Thank you to you and your family for letting us share in your life.
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 04:41 PM (CST)

HELLO TO ALL THE GARRETT'S!!!! WHAT A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY AND REPORT ON THE LITTLE GIRL AT ST. JUDE. GOD IS SO VERRRY GOOD.. LOVE THE UPDATED PICTURES. I HOPE WHEN I GROW UP I AM AS PRETTY AS THE GARRETT GIRLS!!!!!!!!!! :o) LOVE TO YOU ALL.
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Thursday, January 30, 2003 at 08:24 AM (CST)

Dear Donna, Not only is Ashley a Miracle Child, you are a Miracle Mom. Your entire family is touching untold numbers every day with the witness of your faith. Love you, Gayla
Gayla Warner <sundancer1623@insightbb.com>
Bowling Green, KY - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 11:23 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley,

I just want to tell you that your mom is right. You are a miracle child. I take everyone of the entries from you and your mother and email it to all my co-workers and we continue to pray for you each day. God Bless You!

Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 07:59 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family! I'm so glad you had such a wonderful birthday at home. Lindsay was telling me all about the pizza making and tyedying. She had a ball being with you and your friends. Joe and I will pray that your next treatment will go better and very soon you will be able to stay home and do all the things you want. Keep up the great work in therapy. We will also thank God for all the wonderful things he has done for you and your family. We love you. Tell Tyler hello for us.
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 03:42 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley, Saw all the cars at your house for the Birthday Party, Look like a big crowd. A big crowd for a wonderful girl with more blessing to come. We continue to pray for you daily.

Did you know that Wayne has shared your Web Site with some of his friends at UT Knoxville, You now have even more prayers coming from Knoxville. Go Big Orange, and U of Memphis

Leo Kreela Richard & Wayne Brintnall

Leo Brintnall <1brintna@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 02:52 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley ... It was SOOOOO wonderful to see you Sunday -- I look forward to your smiles & hugs so much!! We pray for you every single day and thank the Lord daily for your healing!! Tell your mom thanks for the updates -- I look for them daily :) Have a wonderful week Ashley!
Mrs. Kimbie <ising4him_lmtd@yahoo.com>
Germantown, TN 38139 - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 01:44 PM (CST)

Hey Ash, how's my favorite first niece? Check your email - I sent you a picture. Is that a code language that you and Cindy have going on? or is she having trouble with her spelling? We need to start our own code. OKDOKE?
Love ya, Uncle Ronnie
ps (give Tyler & BuddiePancakes a treat from me)
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 12:06 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
Happy Belated Birthday Sweetie!! It sounds like you had the greatest birthday ever! Tye Dying T-shirts is so much fun isn't it? We did that a couple of years ago for my daughter, Brianna's, birthday. It's kinda messy tho, but lots of fun. I bet it was alot of fun making your own pizzas too! I'm so glad you were able to be home for your birthday and spend special time with your friends. Your pictures are absolutely beautiful! Gosh, you are growing up so fast!!! I'm sure you got everything you wanted and more, you certainly deserve it. Tell Mom, Dad and Tyler hi. Take care of yourself. We will be praying that these treatments will be easier for you this time. God Bless You! Love You Lots!
Jeanie,Barry & Brianna Gelormine
Olive Branch, MS usa - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 04:59 PM (CST)

Happy Birthday Ashley! I know it was extra special! I will come see you soon. Please pray for my other little friend at St. Judes, Stanton Haynes. He is not doing to well as of today. He really needs our prayers! I love you and pray for you daily.
Miss Cindy
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN - Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 07:55 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hoped you liked talking
to me on Sunday.God has really helped all of us and helped with you and the family alot. I hope you did enjoy your birthday call!!!
Love,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett <cmag6899@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 07:51 PM (CST)

Happy Belated Birthday! What a glorious day for you. I remember tie dying shirts when I was much much younger! It sounds like so much fun. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers!
Love ya,
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 12:46 PM (CST)

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! (Well, belated anyway) We love you and what a great way to spend your day! Just as your mom so rightfully put it, we were all wonderfully made and you are a perfect example of that! You are my inspiration and lift off a cloudy day, a true testimony of God's love and righteousness! Have a terrific week, and we will be praying for you this week. Lots and Lots of Love, Jodi
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 09:36 AM (CST)

Hey guys!! I just wanted to tell you that I'm thinking about you and praying for you. You looked great in therapy today, Ashley!! Keep up the good work. You are gonna be running soon. Love, Ms. Kathy in Dental Clinic
Kathy Wortham <kathryn.wortham@stjude.org>
Brighton, TN US - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 04:33 PM (CST)

I AM SO GLAD THAT YOU COULD HAVE A BIRTHDAY PARTY WITH ALL
YOUR FRIENDS. JUST SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY THAT WE WERE CELEBRATING YOUR 4TH BIRTHDAY IN RAINBOWS!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY
AND WATCH YOUR MAILBOX IN THE NEXT FEW DAYS!! LOVE JOYCE
JOYCE SMITH
COLLIERVILLE, TN SHELBY - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 01:24 PM (CST)

Well Ashley it sounds like you had a wonderul time this weekend. I am so glad that you were able to have some "girl" time at home. Probably drove your Dad and Tyler crazy with all those girls running around!!! Happy Birthday=:)
Steve, Jenny and Mackenzie White <sjmwhite@aol.com>
Memphis, TN 38111 - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 09:14 AM (CST)

Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday dear Ashley,
Happy birthday to you.
Hope my singing didn't spoil your day! (:>)
Mr. Ronnie keeps me updated, and I know you are getting better all the time. I will be thinking about you this Wednesday. Keep in good spirits my little friend.
culaterbye
Papa Jim <jwenink@midsouth.rr.com>
Piperton, TN God Bless the USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 09:24 PM (CST)

Happy Birthday, Ashley!!!!! We hope you have a wonderful 11th birthday. WE LOVE YOU and your entire family. You are special to us!

Larry, Pam, David & Jonathan
Germantown, TN - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 04:05 PM (CST)

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!
LOTS OF LOVE,
Mrs. Malinda and Girl Scout Troop #48
Dierks, AR - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 03:34 PM (CST)

Hello Birthday Girl! It is your mom's friend Debbie from Nashville. I can't believe you were all in town and I missed the chance to see you. Although, I understand you were probably very busy. Did you know that I have a little boy named Charlie and his birthday is also today. He is a big 7 years old today! He has an older sister Jesse who will be 9 in May. Maybe someday we can celebrate together but for now, we wanted to tell let you know that we are also celebrating for you in Nashville and wishing you continued healing. Hope this birthday is everything you are wishing for! HAPPY BIRTHDAY WITH LOVE, Debbie
Debbie Pyle <DebSPyle@aol.com>
Nashville, TN usa - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 02:15 PM (CST)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO AN EXTRA SPECIAL 11 year old!!!!! The day you were born, God must have decided He needed another little angel on this earth and sent you. No one can imagine the hearts you have touched in your 11 years. By the time you reach 80, think of all those who will have been blessed to know you! We hope you have a great day and hope it's being spent with lots and lots of fun! You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
The Winchester Family (Phillip, Melinda, Chad and Rebecca)
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 01:40 PM (CST)

Happy Birthday, Ashley! You and my husband have the same birthday. As we have celebrated his birth, we have also thanked God for your birth and the healing He continues to bring to you. God created you very special and in His image. He has never made a mistake nor created anything of a failure. I know God has wonderful plans for you as He continues to carry you through this really rough time. My birthday prayer for you is that you will experience the perfect peace that passes all understanding from Our Father. I hope you have a great day!
Mrs. Debbie Bradford <mbradford@knology.net>
Panama City, FL USA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 12:59 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
Sorry that you have been in the hospital. I talked with your Dad at church last week end. He is always positive. Seems like even if he is down inwardly, he is up outwardly. You have wonderful christian parents! And you are a wonderful christian young lady. Happy Birthday and may God continue to keep His arms wrapped around you. We continue to pray for you in our Bible study at work and in our Choir Room Sunday School Class. And I continue to pray for you daily. WE LOVE YOU! Again, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
MS Rita
Rita Garner
Byhalia, MS - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 05:48 PM (CST)

Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday dear Ashley, happy birthday to you!! (This is one time you should be VERY thankful that you can't hear us singing to you!!) We love you and hope you have the BEST birthday ever! Mr. Steve, Miss Pam, and Mary Cathryn
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 03:27 PM (CST)

HI MISS ASHLEY! WHAT A SPECIAL TREAT TO HEAR FROM "THE PRINCESS" HERSELF!!! :o)
GLAD THE COUNTS ARE UP AND HOPE AND PRAY YOU WILL BE HEADED HOME REAL SOON. YOU ARE SO LOVED AND LOVEABLE. DO HAVE THE MOST WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY EVER NO MATTER WHERE YOU CELEBRATE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY 11 YR. OLD YOUNG LADY!
LOVE YOU,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 09:47 AM (CST)

Hey Little Miss! Addison and I went shopping for your birthday present today...in the snow, sleet, rain, and wind...that's how much we LOVE you. Next year, I'm going to leave Addison at home to babysit her little brother or sister. Why you ask? Because she wanted to get you EVERYTHING. Her little hands kept picking up every and any thing that we walked by. She would reach for something and then toss it in the shopping cart. You girls are expensive! We are looking forward to seeing you on Saturday since I probably won't be able to see you Sunday. Get well soon and keep those "bugs" away from you.

Love always,
Auntie Cindy BBPAFE.......
Cindy Toy <ctoy@obius.jnj.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 05:31 PM (CST)

HELLO GARRETT FAMILY,
YOU ARE STILL IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I KEEP CHECKING YOUR WEBSITE TO SEE HOW YOU ARE DOING. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SWEETIE. PAT JAMES
PAT JAMES <JAMES-P@SHELBY.CO.TN.US>
ARLINGTON, TN SHELBY - Thursday, January 16, 2003 at 02:58 PM (CST)

Hey Princess! Hang in there, those counts will go up. I know its hard to be patient cooped up in your room though. Only 3 more to go. You are in for it when we have your "end of chemo" party!!
Miss Dori
- Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 12:19 PM (CST)

Hi Garrett family, Sorry to hear you all are in the hospital now. With God's help Ashley will get to celebrate her "Big" birthday at home. I know Lindsay is excited to see Ashley. She always tells me when she is at school or whatever. It is so great to have such a wonderful and blessesd attitude as Ashley. She truly is in God's hands and He must have special plans for her. Joe and I thank about you all the time and will continue to pray for you all, especailly Ashley's treatments to be somewhat easier on her. Tell Tyler hello and keep the faith!
Love to all,

Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 09:50 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley, and Donna.
I want to wish you a Happy Birtday, and we are praying that you will be home for your birthday.. Psalm 121 verse 2-3 My help comes from the Lord, who made Heaven and Earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber. I am always blessed as I read your journal and see the FAITH that you and your Family have ... May God continue to bless you all as you, and your family bless others. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love Kathy Beavert
Kathy Beavert <kbeavert@alltel.net>
Murfreesboro, Ar. Pike - Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at 09:10 PM (CST)

May God Bless You And Your Family.
Jerry Vick <jvick@dollargeneral.com>
Gallatin , Tn. U. S. A. - Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at 04:22 PM (CST)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEAUTIFUL GIRL!!!!!!
HOPE IT IS THE BEST EVER AND SPENT AT HOME OR WHEREVER YOU HEART DESIRES!!!!!
MUCH LOVE,
ED & KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at 10:40 AM (CST)

Hey Girl! I'm sorry to hear you are in the hospital. I know you don't feel like doing much when you are there, but it is the pits not to have your stuff available so you can do what you want even for only a few minutes. I can't believe it's your birthday again. You'll be 11 and Mark will be 12 next month. Ya'll are growing up too fast. He asked me last Sunday not to embarrass him in Children's Church by acting silly. His dad told him that was not possible. Denny said that I act silly all the time and any time. OH, Well! I guess I am going to have to mature since Mark is the youngest in my family. (That sounds boring to me!)Mark will just have to graduate to youth without me. Pastor Paul is looking for some younger blood (that means people) to help him in Childrens church. I told him that is great, but I'm not leaving for at least 20 years.(Ha!Ha!) Well, gotta go. Tomorrow is Mothers of Preschoolers. I get to wrestle on the floor with a whole slew of little boys! They are so silly! I love you and Happy Birthday! Love, Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells
- Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at 12:34 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley and Donna. I am sorry that you have a fever & are stuck in the hospital. My prayer is that you will be fever free & have a great ANC before the weekend gets here. I hope your birthday is as special as you are. I am sure that you know that you are a very special girl. So glad that you got to go to Nashville for a few days. There is nothing like getting away. Todd and I were up at St. Jude two weeks ago. Todd gave platelets and I visited around. You were there that day, but was stuck in clinic and therapy. I tried to find you, but had no luck. Todd and I found out that we are having a boy. His name will be Mason Todd. (We'll call him Mason.) He is already a busy boy. He moves and kicks a lot. I don't mind though.
Again, sorry that you are in the hospital. I hope you get out soon so you can start your birthday celebration. Let everyone spoil you. You deserve it!!! Have a good week and may healing flow through your body.

Love,
Dawn

Dawn Pierce <dawn.pierce@bxs.com or pierce94@juno.com>
Southaven, MS - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 09:35 PM (CST)

Dear Ashley,
How are you? My grandma in MI asks about you every time she calls.She is is afraid to get on your website because her computer is acting up.
Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Amo Deum(That's Latin for I love God.) Love,
Shea
Shea Casper <casper653@Msn.com>
memphis, Tn United States - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 06:54 PM (CST)

Hello, Ms. Ashley, this is Andrea Jimenezs' aunt from Houston. I look at your website everyday to see if there are any changes and I must say, I am extremely grateful that you were able to travel with your family. I thank God that he is watching over you and protecting you. I understand that you are having a birthday this week. Well, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! I bet you are excited. Have a wonderful birthday and many many more!!!!
Sofia Jimenez Longoria <sofia@thrifty-os.com>
Houston, Tx U.S.A. - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 05:03 PM (CST)

Happy Birthday Week Ashley!!! I can hardly believe you are turning 11 -- Watching you grow into a BEAUTIFUL young lady is such a privilege and I thank GOD for it! We are praying you get to go home soon, and that you have a wonderful week! See you Soon~~give your mom hugs for me please!
Mrs. Kimbie <ising4him_lmtd@yahoo.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 10:14 AM (CST)

Hello Ashley and Family - So glad to hear you all had a good Christmas and New Year. I know you are in the hospital right now and just wanted you to know we are thinking about and praying for you. The message at church this morning encouraged us to not look to the past at where we have been, but to look forward to where God is leading us. I pray 2003 will the best yet of our 11 years. It's hard to believe you will be that old! We were at the hospital when you were born as was about half the church! See how special you are! As always, Donna, we appreciate the updates. I know God hears our prayers and knows our desires. We love you all. Sherry & family
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 06:44 PM (CST)

Hi, When I read this latest update, my first reaction was to say "thank you" to Our Father for the rest you are getting in the hospital. I know you do not want to be there but if you were feeling up to par, you'd be very busy. We all know that our bodies heal and recuperate during our resting times. More time spent resting means more healing time.
I will continue to pray for your total healing and will ask God t continue to help yall see where He is leading. I am praying that you will have the wisdom to see beyond the present and understand God's work and power. Remember, James told us to ask for wisdom and our Lord would give it generously to all (James 1:5) We also know that perseverance through trials produces more faith--by now you should bevery strong in you faith for you have really been through the trials. I know James also told us to consider it all joy when you encounter these trials. That joy is an inner peace from the assurance of God's faithfulness. Have you reached that point where it is joy? That has got to be so tough!! What a story for the Lord you will have to share!!
Our family will continue to pray--you are not forgotten!

Mrs. Debbie Bradford <mbradford@knology.net>
Panama City, Fl USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 06:12 PM (CST)

Ashley,
It was so good to see you on Friday. You looked great. I'm sorry that you are back in the hospital. Hopefully, it will be a very short stay. Happy Early Birthday!!!! I can't believe that you are turning eleven already. You know what that means, don't you??? Mrs. Copeland is getting old!

Mrs. Copeland <rebeccacopeland@worldnet.att.net>
- Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 05:49 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
I'm sorry that you're back in the hospital!! Please try to keep your chin up, and I am sure that everything wil work out ok with yor birthday plans! We love you and we are praying for you!

Love,
The Temple's
David, DeAnna, Taylor, and Ashlyn
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 04:31 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
I hope that you will recover really quickly from this last round of chemo. I was so glad to see you the other day! Somebody has a birthday coming up soon!!! I wonder who that could be???

We love you and we are praying for you!

Love,
DeAnna Temple and Family
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 10:20 AM (CST)

HELLO TO ALL THE GARRETT FAMILY!!!!
JUST CHECKING IN TO SAY HELLO AND HOPE ALL IS GOING AS WELL AS CAN BE. LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT UPDATE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
YOUR FRIEND,
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 03:22 PM (CST)

Sorry it's been awhile for me to leave a message. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas Ashley. You are a precious Angel in God's sight.
Mr. Boyd from the Choir <Boyd2267@ureach.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 10:50 PM (CST)

We finally got RoadRunner installed and the computer is working again. We pray the chemo is going ok. Donna, we know your heart and tears are compassion for Ashley and not that your faith is failing! My family understands! Mark has had to go thru so much in his little life, and yet he is the one that comforts us and reminds us that God is good. Michael gave his heart back to the Lord the week before Christmas. What an answer to prayer! Our hearts rejoice every day to see him enjoying life again. We loved the Christmas picture of Ashley and Tyler. It always touches my heart to see siblings that are not rivals. We were able to go to Indiana for 10 days at Christmas, so I feel out of pocket. We truly love you guys, and I hope to be able to come see you soon! Love Pam Sivells
Pam Sivells
Cordova, TN - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 09:02 PM (CST)

Hello to the Garrett family!! I just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year. I've been thinking about you all. Have a great day.
Jamie Daniel <JD80884@aol.com>
- Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 07:32 PM (CST)

Hey sweet Ashley,
Just a quick note to let you know I'm praying for you. You've been on my mind since I visited you inpatient. I pray God touches you from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet. Love Penne'
Penne' McMorrough <penne.mcmorrough@stjude.org>
Olive Branch, Ms - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 10:36 AM (CST)

Hi Sweet Ashley,
We just wanted to say hello, and let you know that we are thinking about you and praying for you during this next round of chemo. I know that this is really hard for all of you right now, but when you get discouraged please know that you have friends that will help in any way we can...just think, this is one more round behind you!

We love you!

The Temple's
David, DeAnna, Taylor, and Ashlyn
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 08:54 PM (CST)

Just to let you know we are still thinking of you and praying for Ashley's recovery.
Jerry and Judy Wallace <gwallace@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 06:59 PM (CST)

Your in our thoughts and prayers, may God bless you!

Daisy Jenkins & Danette Porter
- Friday, January 03, 2003 at 06:09 PM (CST)

Hello Garrett's
We wanted you to know how much you are loved and we are praying for you daily. You are in our thoughts and visit your web page often. We are standing in the gap, and believing in a miracle for you in 2003. Trust God knows what you need and just when you need it. Keep the faith.

Mark and Bobbi Blankenship <smbblankship@aol.com>
Southaven, MS DeSoto - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 04:34 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family:
I hope you are feeling ok. I pray this new year brings you health and happiness.
"The Lord will work out His plans for my life - for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever." Psalm 138:8
Love
Susan

Susan Greene
Charlotte, NC - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 03:38 PM (CST)

Dear Garrett's,
Happy New Year! I hope you all are showered with many blessings each day for the coming year. I wish you big broad smiles. I wish for you hearty laughter. But most of all I will pray daily for Ashley's complete recovery. I absolutely loved the Christmas picture. I am going to take it to Sunday School and put it on our bulliten board. That way, everyone can see the precious girl we are all praying for.
Much love to you.
Miss Cindy
Cindy Brewer
Collierville, tn - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 02:45 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family!!
We missed seeing you Sunday but hope you enjoyed your weekend getaway to Nashville. We believe and trust that 2003 will be one of great blessings for you and your family. You have blessed us and many others with your steadfast trust and love for God through all he has brought you through. We love you - hope you get back home soon!!
Larry and Pam Coley
Germantown, TN - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 09:35 PM (CST)

I know that God has drawn y'all closer to Him through this season of life and for that we rejoice in our circumstances. I continue to pray for God's will and His healing of you Ashley! He will continue to use you in a mighty way!
Wright Cox <wcox0001@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, - Wednesday, January 01, 2003 at 02:31 PM (CST)

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL THE GARRETT'S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HUGS AND KISSES,
ED & KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 04:01 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley,
Happy New Years Eve!!! WOW!!!!!!! This year has flown by quickly!!!! I hope you get to go home tonight and spend time with your family and friends. I love you so much.

Love,
Christian Garrett
Christian Garrett
Cordova, Tnn USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 03:57 PM (CST)

Ashley,
I just found out that you are my cousin and I am proud that you are. My prayers are with you. I am 8 years old. Your Grandpa Billy Garrett is my Nana's first cousin. My Nana's name is Katherine Garrett Beavert.I'd love to write to you when I'm visting my Nana again. I'll write you again. God will help you I know he will . He helps people who are sick every day.
Love,Morgan
Kathy Beavert & Morgan Beavert <KBeavert @alltel.net>
Murfreesboro, Ar. USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 11:55 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley,
Giselle and I have been praying for you the whole time you have been in the hospital. We are so happy that you are doing so well. If you need a friend to be with you this weekend, Giselle and I will love to be with you. We all love you and we hope you have a happy New Year!!
Love,
Christian and Giselle
P.S. Here is are phone number if you need it. 901-624-9942
Christian and Giselle Garrett
Cordova, Tnn USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 03:06 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley,
Giselle and I have been praying for you the whole time you have been in the hospital. We are so happy that you are doing so well. If you need a friend to be with you this weekend, Giselle and I will love to be with you. We all love you and we hope you have a happy New Year!!
Love,
Christian and Giselle
Christian and Giselle Garrett
Cordova, Tnn USA - Monday, December 30, 2002 at 03:04 PM (CST)

Hello Garrett Family,
This is to let you know we are thinking of you and will continue to pray for your family. I pray that for the New Year
coming 2003 your lives will be touched by GOD in all that you do. I continue to monitor the updates and am proud
of your continue faith in the Lord and constant reminder that it is HE that makes all things possible!!!! Ashley,
you are wonderful young lady and I know how proud your MOM & DAD are of you, so you keep up the power
of the Lord in your mind and I know you will continue to grow strong. May you all have a blessed NEW YEAR!
Love,
Rory & Brenda Rhoda
Brenda Rhoda <brendarhoda@lycos.com>
Hernando, MS US - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 03:14 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and Mom,
As always, I so appreciate your updates. We are still praying with you for a complete healing. Love you guys!
Carolyn Harwell
- Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 11:49 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
I hope you, Mom, Dad and Tyler had a wonderful Christmas and that you got to spend a lot of time with your family. Hope you are feeling well also! We are especially praying for little Chase! Hope you all have a Happy New Year. Tell Mom, Dad and Tyler hello for me. Love, Jeanie
Jeanie,Barry & Brianna Gelormine
Olive Branch, MS USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 10:40 AM (CST)

Ashley and family - we hope you are having a blessed holiday! What a joy it was to receive your Christmas card and see your sweet faces! Ashley you bring blessing upon blessing to us as we see the work God is doing in you to heal you and bring you through. It never ceases to amaze me how much of an amazing heart you and your family have for others, even in the midst of your own trials. We love you dearly and are truly grateful that God has put your light in our paths to show what His miracles truly are. I hope you have a terrific New Year and week. Love, Jodi
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 08:09 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley! How are you doing? I'm really looking forward to New Year's Eve! I'm so glad to be seeing you at church a lot lately! Well, I'm sorry this is so short but it's late and I've got to get in bed! I love you! bye!
alyssa m
gtown, tn usa - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 12:00 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family,
Sorry it has been a while since I wrote you last. I have been reading your Mom's updates and your mail. First, it was great to see you in our Christmas musical at church. It was so heart warming to see you up there just singing your heart out! All of the children were wonderful! I shall pray that your chemo will not be delayed - so that you can get this all behind you and get on with your life - It's a Wonderful Life! Have you seen that movie this year? It is a great movie - old but great! Ask your Mom about it. Our Choir Room Sunday School Class continues to pray for you and your family. It is very sweet that you and your friend are thinking of others and giving to others. For the true meaning of Christmas is celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ through love and showing others that He lives within us:

I know that He lives for I saw Him today,
in a hand that was offered to me on my way,
in the warmth of a smile that was offered to cheer me,
in the touch of a friend who took time just to hear me.

I heard His voice in the words of support,
whispered to me when my hope had run short.

Yes, I know that He lives...
for I see how He sends
His love every day
in the caring of friends.

WE LOVE YOU!!!!!
Rita Garner
Byhalia, MS - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 07:37 PM (CST)

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!! Yay Ashley I am so happy to hear you get to spend the holidays with your family!! Did Bradley give you my card? I hope ya like it! I am still contnuing to pray for YOU, even though that it is getting better! yay.. I am sooo glad for ya hunny. Well U love you with all of my heart!! You are my special girly!!
Love,
Alyssa RIos
Alyssa Rios <Gymbabie314@netscape.com>
Cordova, Tn US - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 06:01 PM (CST)

Hello Ashley....
We got your Christmas Card. You look so beautiful in the Christmas picture. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!!! I love you!!!

love,
Christian

Christian Garrett <purplepianoplayer@msn.com>
Cordova, Tn USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 05:59 PM (CST)

Merry Christmas Garrett Family. I know that this Christmas is a very special one. As you already know, everyone is praying for you all. My prayer is that the New Year will bring healing and new Joy to you all. God Bless. Dawn
Dawn Pierce <pierce94@juno.com>
Southaven, MS - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 10:33 AM (CST)

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO THE ENTIRE GARRETT FAMILY. I WAS EXCITED TO READ THAT ASHLEY WILL BE ABLE TO BE WITH EVERYONE ON CHRISTMAS!! GOD IS GOOD!! OF COURSE, WE WILL PRAY FOR CHASE EVERYDAY JUST AS WE ARE ASHLEY. RANDEL AND DARLENE MEAN ALOT TO US. MY NIECE WAS BORN 3 MONTHS PREMATURE IN JULY AND WE WILL BE SEEING HER THIS WEEKEND. SHE WEIGHED 2 LBS ALSO BUT IS DOING GREAT NOW. BUT, IT WAS A ROUGH AND LONG 3 MONTHS. TAKE CARE HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
LOVE,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN SHELBY - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 10:22 AM (CST)

Ashley, I am so glad that you are feeling so much better. No matter where you are on Christmas day I know you will feel the warmth and joy that surrounds you as we celebrate Jesus birthday. We will pray that you continue to improve and that you will be laying down those crutches real soon.
Have a Very Merry Christmas and an even better New Year.
Tell Mom, Dad and Tyler Merry Christmas too.
Barbara Tetleton <btetleton@fredsinc.com>
Southaven, Ms. U.S. - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 12:34 PM (CST)

Hi Garrett Family!
We were so excited to get the Christmas card with the sweet picture! I know and I see that God continues to answer our prayers for Ashley..., and I am so glad that all of you will be able to celebrate with your families! I am so sorry to hear about the precious little premature baby, and we will pray for them too. Our family knows firsthand God's miracles in this area... as you may know, our son Taylor, who is now 13 years old, was born 10 weeks premature... he is our testimony that God works miracles! We love you all and we cherish your friendship!

Merry Christmas!

Love,

The Temple Family
David, DeAnna, Taylor, and Ashlyn

DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 11:41 AM (CST)

Hello Ashley,

I just wanted to tell you to have a wonderful Christmas. This will be an especially special one for you and your family. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Tadd Anderson <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 11:39 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley and Family,
We received the georgous Christmas greeting today. I love the photo. Merry Christmas to you all. I have your CaringBridge web site as a shortcut on my computer desktop, so each day when I sit down and turn on my computer to check e-mail, I see your icon and am reminded to say a prayer for you. We love you!
Jackie and G.A.
Jackie Crosby <gacrosby@bellsouth.net>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 11:42 PM (CST)

Merry Christmas, Garretts! We've been wondering how things were progressing and are so thrilled that Ashley will be home for Christmas. Please let us know if you need anything! We love you all. Steve, Pam, and Mary Cathryn
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 08:05 PM (CST)

Dear Ashley and family,
Mr. Mike and I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas. God is so good. He blessed us with a new healthy grandaughter last Tuesday in Little Rock. Her name is Hannah Diane Brewer. She weighed 6 pounds , 10 ounces. We are so thankful and elated to have her. Jennifer, her mother, had to have a C-section, but she too is doing great. I will pray for your pastor's family and little Chase as he takes each breath.
I have been so busy with shopping and new baby that I haven't been very diligent with my notes to you. I pray for you every day. Ashley, you are so special in God's eyes. Persevere(spelling?). I will see all of you soon.
Much love,
Mike and Cindy
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 09:56 AM (CST)

MERRY CHRISTMAS DEAR GARRETT'S !!!!
DONNA, THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO KEEP US ALL UPDATED ON PRECIOUS MS ASHLEY. YOU ARE TRULY REMARKABLE. AS ALWAYS, YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY IS IN OUR PRAYERS AND CONTINUOUS THOUGHTS. HAVE THE MOST WONDERFUL HOLIDAYS POSSIBLE, BECAUSE YOU ALL CERTAINLY DESERVE ON THE BEST!!!!
MUCH LOVE,
ED AND KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 09:27 AM (CST)

Hi Sweet Ashley,
Just checking in to see how you are doing. I check your journals almost every other day, even tho I may not sign the guestbook. I haven't see an update in a couple of weeks, but by reading some of the entries, it looks like you are doing well. I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers always. I bet you and Tyler are ready for Christmas! And Mom and Dad too. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday and Santa is good to you!!! Take care and keep smiling!! Love you, Jeanie Gelormine
Jeanie,Barry & Brianna Gelormine
Olive Branch, MS USA - Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 10:08 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley. It's been a while since I last signed in. I hope you are feeling well. I think of you & your family often. Guess what? Todd & I will be finding out on the 30th of this month if we are having a boy or a girl. We are both taking that day off and plan on making a trip to St. Jude to visit some people there. If you are going to be there then, let us know so we can visit with you. I haven't seen you since your surgery. So, are you ready for Christmas? I bet Tyler is. If I don't sign in again before Christmas, I want to wish you and your family a joyous Christmas. May God's love and peace fill your hearts. Tell your mom and dad that I said hello. Remember that you ALWAYS have someone praying for you. Love to you and your family.
Dawn

Dawn Pierce <pierce94@juno.com>
Southaven, MS - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 10:15 PM (CST)

HEY ASHLEY MY LITTLE BUDDY,
I HAVE BEEN CHECKING YOUR WEBSITE EVERY WEEK AND I'M SO HAPPY TO HEAR THAT YOU ONLY HAVE 4 MORE CHEMO TREATMENTS LEFT. I HAVEN'T SENT YOU A MESSAGE IN A WHILE BUT I CHECK YOUR SITE WEEKLY. I WILL BE PRAYING THAT EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY ( INCLUDING AUNTS, UNCLES, COUSINS ETC) STAYS WELL SO THAT YOU CAN BE TOGETHER FOR CHRISTMAS. I HAVE BEEN BUSY
HAVING SOME TEST RUN. IT'S BEEN 6 MONTHS SINCE I GOT OFF CHEMO AND I GOT PNEOUMIA. THEY FOUND A SPOT ON ONE OF MY XRAYS. I JUST HAD THE FINAL CT SCAN RUN THURSDAY & GOT THE CALL YESTERDAY ON FRIDAY. I AM STILL CANCER FREE ( PRAISE THE LORD !!) BUT, AS YOU KNOW THATS SCARY. WE MUST ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT GOD IS IN CONTROL AND HE DOESN'T EVER LEAVE US! HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS !! I LOVE THE CHRISTMAS CARD OF YOU AND TYLER!! I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR YOUR 100 PERCENT HEALING IN 2003 !!!
LOVE,
JOYCE
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 06:31 AM (CST)

Hey,Ashley.It's just me I hope you'll be up to coming to my Christmas party.I would enjoy it more if you could come.I called you at your house around 8:00,you didn't answer.I wanted to tell you I was thinking about you.
Your BFFE,Kara
Kara Reasons <kraerocks@msn.com>
Arlington, TN USA - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 08:51 PM (CST)

Dear Ashley, Sorry I haven't signed in a while, but I've been checking in and reading all your updates. Hope you have a most wonderful Christmas and holiday season. Still praying for you and your family. Lots of love,
Mrs. Malinda <mnoel2@alltel.net>
Dierks, AR - Friday, December 20, 2002 at 02:49 PM (CST)

Ashley,
I hope you have a wonderful Christmas. I haven't signed the guestbook in a while, but I always check it to see how you are doing. Ms. Dianne and I still have some books for you. We keep saying that you are going to be in college before we get them to you.
Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!
Love,
Mrs. Copeland
Rebecca Copeland
- Friday, December 20, 2002 at 02:13 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley, Missed seeing you at the program Tuesday night. It was good to see your mom and dad. I also saw Tyler, but I'm not sure if he saw me. I'm told you are doing very well now. I hope you get to spend Christmas at home. We will continue to pray for you and your family. Merry Christmas to all. Love,
Helen and Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 02:22 PM (CST)

Ashley,
OK, here I am again..........HI!!!!!!!!
Love you,
Aunt Brooke
Aunt Brooke
Hernando, MS - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 12:08 AM (CST)

Hello Garrett Family,
Ashley is a star again. She was honored in the Bartlett High School Newspaper. It recognized organizations in the school for their giving to St. Jude. Way to go Ashley!!!
Ms. Darlene finished the 1/2 marathon at St. Jude. Her time was a little less than your uncle. She had a brace on her ankle, she twisted it a week before the marathon. Her husband finished in under 2 hours. I am in awe, I would have a heart attack in two seconds if I ran. Mr. Tyler, you were awesome Sunday night in the kids musical. Bobo better look out!!! Merry Christmas to the whole Garrett Family.

Michael and Terri Vest <vestmt@aol>
- Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 08:02 PM (CST)

It is wonderful that one more session is down and only 4 to go. God has richly blessed your family and I can feel the strength he has given you in your time of need. We love you and your family and pray God's strength and complete healing for your body.
Rhonda McNeely <hsmrjm@netzero.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 04:27 PM (CST)

Ashley,
I may not have anything important to say, but I have decided that I would write to you every time I check your site, just to let you know I've been there and I'm thinking of you. Mail that says almost nothing is better than no mail---right????? I love you.
Aunt Brooke <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 09:29 PM (CST)

Merry Christmas Garrett Family!! As always my family continues to pray for yall and we love you!! Have a great Christmas season!!

Samantha, George and Jane Davis Slade
Samantha Slade <Sdavis2099@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 11:17 AM (CST)

Good morning Ashley and family: Again, thanks for the updates, Donna. We are so inspired by Ashley's infinite trust and faith. Only four more chemo treatments-that's great. We will be praying that she will be able to enjoy Christmas. We will all of you a joyous holiday season. Love, Mrs. Sherry and family
Sherry Murphy <smurphy55@aol>
Beaufort, SC USA - Monday, December 16, 2002 at 07:44 AM (CST)

Ashley,
I'm up waaaaaay too late. I need to go to bed, but thought I'd write a quick note. I love you soooo much. Tell that little brother of yours I love him too. Blake and Maddie are praying that no one will get sick any time soon so we can spend Christmas together. Even Reagan starts her prayers with "Ashwey, Ashwey!". Tell tyler that Blake is trying to practice tricks on his bike for when they get together again. Boys will be boys! Love you, Aunt Brooke
Brooke Garrett <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS 38632 - Sunday, December 15, 2002 at 01:33 AM (CST)

Hello Sweet Ashley,
I just wanted to say hi and tell you that I am always praying for you. Did you see the snow this morning? It was so beautiful. I also wanted to tell you that I now have 3 websites that I check. I think one of the ladies, Julie Tomes, sent you a message a while back. She lives in Nashville and is going through Chemo like you. Another lady, Ann Drennan, had to go to Seattle to have treatment for her cancer. Her husband and children are here in Memphis. I was wondering if you would remember them in your prayers? The three of you know what it's like to feel "yicky"! Keep up the great work and I'll keep checking on you. Say hi to your mom and dad for me.
God bless you sweetie.

Melinda
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, December 13, 2002 at 12:18 PM (CST)

Hello Ashley,

I am glad to hear that you were able to go to church and sing. I love to go to church at Christmas and sing the Christmas carols. It is the only place I can sing and my husband can't make fun of my singing (I can't sing). I hope you have a wonderful Christmas. You are always in my prayers! Love you.
Tadd <taddanderson@yahoo.com>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Thursday, December 12, 2002 at 01:33 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and Donna,

So glad to hear you are home and resting. Hang in there Donna, God is Faithful. The other night I was watching the news and they were interviewing a man whose house had just burned to the ground and he was obviously upset yet, not worried. He said, "I don't know what tomorrow holds but, I know who holds tomorrow!" I had heard that before and I'm sure you have too...yet, some things are worth hearing over and over. I will continue to pray for you all and wish you the BEST during this BLESSED SEASON. Love, Debbie

Debbie Pyle <DebSPyle@aol.com>
Brentwood, TN USA - Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at 06:11 PM (CST)

Hi Sweet Ashley,
I'm sure that God was smiling as you sang at church the other night. You know, he has a very good sense of humor and loves to hear us sing songs about his Son our Lord, Jesus Christ. I am asking Him to adust your blood counts so that everything goes as you hope.
Your faith is strong and I know that God loves you.
culaterbye
Papa Jim <jwenink@midsouth.rr.com>
Piperton, USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 11:09 PM (CST)

Ashley- what an awesome blessing it was to see you in church and singing your sweet voice out! Thank you for being an amazing spirit and presence Sunday night. It was pure joy to watch you and your courage to come and sing was an amazing inspiration. We love you so much and there is not a day going by we don't hold you close to our hearts and constantly in our prayers. God loves you so much. He is right with you now loving on you and taking care of all you are going through. Hug, hug, - You are the best. Lots of love, Jodi
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN 38018 - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 09:50 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley! Hope you are feeling better today :o) I have to tell you again what an inspiration you were to me Sunday night -- and to all the kids who had prayed especially for you to be there! God truly used you as a mighty witness for Him when you were up there singing!! Please tell Tyler again for me that he did a great job on his "rap". And thank you so much Donna and Floyd for allowing me the privilege of loving your kids! See you soon!!
Mrs. Kimbie <ising4him_lmtd@yahoo.com>
Germantown, TN Shelby - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 09:47 AM (CST)

Hey cutie - you and Tyler did a great job last night at your Christmas program. You two had so many relatives there watching, we would have qualified for a group discount. Sorry you couldn't eat your soup afterwards, but I was glad to finish it off. I'll do anything for my niece and nephew (too bad I couldn't reach Tyler's cheese dip). Glad your back at home. Love you - Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 03:04 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley - I am glad that you were able to spend Thanksgiving with you your dad's family. I know that meant a lot to you. I hope that you are feeling better soon and that we get to see you for the "White Christmas" party. I was able to finish the St. Jude 1/2 Marathon Saturday....it took me 2 hours and 40mts to run 13.1 miles. We started out at Autozone and took the long way through downtown to the river. We ran through Beale Street to the Pyramid and actually got to run right by the hospital through the Overton Park Zone and back to Autozone. It was a little cold when we started (38 degrees) but I warmed up really fast. I was a "little" sore Saturday in places I did not know that I had. I picked you up a tshirt and I will try to get it by your dad's office. My goal is to run the whole Marathon (26.2 miles) next year.
Steve, Jenny & Mackenzie White <sjmwhite@aol.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 02:58 PM (CST)

Hello, this is Sofia again. Ms. Andrea's aunt from Houston, Texas. I am so glad to hear that Ashley is doing much much better. See, God does really hear our prayers. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers. Keep your spirits up and good things will come!!!!
Sofia Jimenez Longoria <sofia@thrifty-os.com/lovely3boys2000@yahoo.com>
Houston, Tx U.S.A. - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 11:18 AM (CST)

Hey Sweet Ashley,
I'm beginning to think I work the opposite shift when your here at St Jude. I never get to see ya anymore! I hear your name called and by the time I can get away to try and see you, you've "flown the coop." I think and pray for you each day, I just don't email you as often as I should. I did see a saying on church sign last week that made me think of you, it said "IF GOD CAN BRING YOU TO IT, GOD CAN BRING YOU THROUGH IT." Keep this in mind, God is always in control and has you right in the palm of his hand. Keep those counts up!!! Love, Penne'
Penne' McMorrough <Penne.McMorrough@stjude.org>
Memphis , tn - Monday, December 09, 2002 at 09:37 AM (CST)

Hay hunny! Miss seeing ya! I gotta see ya Sunday!! YAYYAY! Well I will see ya soon and ya know that I am always praying for you! Did you like my other message? Cool huh? Haha! Merry Early Christmas~
Love you with all my heartsssssss
Alyssa Rios~

Alyssa RIos <Gymbabie314@netscape.com>
Cordova, Tn US - Saturday, December 07, 2002 at 01:58 PM (CST)

Ashley, So glad you were able to spend Thanksgiving with your family. Are you enjoying this cold weather?

Do you know why the Statue of Liberty stands in New York harbor? Because it can't sit down!

Knock-Knock
Who's there
Ben
Ben, who?
Ben on any good trips lately?

Enough out of me. Praying for this to be a blessed and wonderous season for you and your family.
Dronda
Memphis, TN USA - Friday, December 06, 2002 at 07:36 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family. Sounds like you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We will continue to pray that all goes well and your chemo will go smoothly when you start back. Tell Tyler hello and your mom and dad. Love,
Helen & Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Thursday, December 05, 2002 at 04:30 PM (CST)

Ashley,
Where are you today? I'll have Uncle Ricky call and check on you. It's COLD!, but I like it. Hope your counts are up to get the ball rolling. I love you. Have a good night. Sweet dreams.
Aunt Brooke

Aunt Brooke <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS - Wednesday, December 04, 2002 at 04:19 PM (CST)

Hi, just checking in to see how you all are. We are so excited to hear that Ashley's counts are so good and that the test are positively a special gift from God. He is most wonderful and is helping me through this difficult time. I know in my heart that Doyle is watching over Ashley now. We always think of your family and will continue to pray for you ALL. Love to all and Happy Thanksgiving!
Helen & Joe <hmp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 09:01 PM (CST)

Hello Garrett Family!
We are so glad you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! And so very thankful for the great report from the scans and the fact your counts went up. We spent the last week in West Virginia with the family. So many people there asked about Ashley, and said they were praying. I will be excited to call in the good report to them.
We love you! and are praying daily.
How is Bluey?
The Abbott's
The Abbott Family <Robin.Abbott@ipaper.com>
Eads, TN USA - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 02:35 PM (CST)

Hey Garrets. I'm so glad that you all had a good Thanksgiving. God is so good and faithful. He never ceases to amaze me. I met your neighbor, Steve White, tonight at church. He was the teacher of a class that we were attending. We were able to share a small part of Shae's story with him. He mentioned that he had a neighbor that is a patient of St. Jude & I asked if it was you. Isn't this world small? Anyway, we enjoyed talking to him. Todd, Steve, & I all agree that you all are an inspiration to everyone and that God has touched so many lives through your lives. What a testimony you are to so many. It's getting late and I need to get some rest. Have a WONDERFUL week!! May God's love and peace surround you all. Love to you all!! :-)
Dawn Pierce <pierce94@juno.com>
Southaven, MS - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 08:58 PM (CST)

It is great to hear that your scans were clear and your count was up. Isn't God wonderful! I know you had a Happy Thanksgiving because you got to get out and visit with family. We had a great Thanksgiving! We continue to pray for you every day. Keep that beautiful, contagious smile.
We love you. God Bless You.
Ms Rita
Rit a Garner
Byhalia, MS - Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 08:49 PM (CST)

DEAR ASHLEY AND FAMILY,
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! I HAVE BEEN SICK WITH PNEOUMIA AND HAVEN'T BEEN TO YOUR WEBSITE FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS. READING MOM'S PAST JOURNAL ENTERIES BROUGHT TEARS OF JOY. GOD IS REALLY DOING GREAT THINGS IN YOUR LIFE. THIS THANKSGIVING WILL BE ONE THAT YOU WILL NEVER FORGET AND I'M SO HAPPY THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SPEND IT WITH YOUR RELATIVES. BE SURE AND SAVE A HUG FOR ME AS I KNOW YOU WILL BE GIVING AWAY ALOT!! I'M GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOUR TEST ARE ALL OK.
I JUST HAD THE SAMEONES RUN WEDNESDAY AND I KNOW IT IS SOMETIMES HARD TO WAIT FOR THAT PHONE CALL FOR THE RESULTS.
BUT, WE KNOW THAT GOD IS IN CONTROL AT EVERY MOMENT.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING !!!!
LOVE AND PRAYERS.
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH <BSMITH458@HOTMAIL.COM>
COLLIERVILLE, TN SHELBY - Friday, November 29, 2002 at 09:17 AM (CST)

Dear Ashley & Family,
I want to wish each of you the most blessed and happy Thanksgiving.
Ashley, you would have made a fine addition to that early Pilgrim community. They were all God fearing people who overcame tremendous hardship during their first year in this land. Watching you during these past few months has made me understand that you possess that same kind of resolve.
Hope you ate so much turkey you are stuffed! (:>)
God be with you,

Papa Jim <jwenink@midsouth.rr.com>
Piperton, TN God Bless the USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 07:22 PM (CST)

Happy Thanksgiving, Garretts! We are rejoicing at your good news! Praise GOD for His faithfulness! We, too, are in GOD's Country for Thanksgiving! We're at Mary Cathryn's Grandma's house in Greenville, Mississippi. We just wanted to check on you all and let you know we count you among what we're most thankful for today (and everyday)! We love you and hope to see you soon. Steve, Pam, and Mary Cathryn
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 02:16 PM (CST)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOVE,
Mrs. Malinda and Girl Scout Troop #48
- Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 07:35 AM (CST)

Happy Thanksgiving to all the Garretts! Our prayer is that you will all have a wonderful day with family and friends on this special Thanksgiving. Ashley and Tyler here is a fun website that Tyler and Josh have been playing on emailSanta.com Donna it will keep them busy for a while so you can wrap some presents or watch a movie during the holidays. You are all in our prayers - have a wonderful day. The Chathams
Ellen Chatham
- Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 10:28 PM (CST)

Hello Ashley!!
I just wanted to tell ya HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! I love you and hope you are doing all right! I prayed for you... and I felt like God wanted me to tell you that God is letting all of this happen for a reason and that he has put a very powerfull paryer on you life!All so that when this is all over you can witness to people by telling them that you are a blessing from God!! Isn't that great! Just remember always be thankfull for what you have, and always BELIVE and TRUST in Jesus!! I lov eyou so much and wish you the best of luck today with all your scan's... rember that my prayers are with you girl!
Love always,
Your friend Alyssa R.
Alyssa R. <Gymbabie314@netscape.com>
COrdova, Tn US - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 05:51 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley, I wanted to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. I have a lot to be thankful for and I know you do, too. It's hard to always see the rainbow in the rain, but you are so good at it! You are such an example of true Christian faith. God bless you and your family, sweetheart. You are in my thoughts and prayers alwways. I am thankful and honored that I know you.
Melinda Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 12:53 PM (CST)

Ashley, and Family
I am praying for you, and believing all your test will be completely normal today. God is all knowing and powerful.
I heard something today, that when GOD calls us to wait we are never disappointed. Our timing is not always his, but we can rest assured he is always perfect. Know we love you and are continuing in prayer.
Bobbi Blankenship
Southaven, MS DeSoto - Wednesday, November 27, 2002 at 12:50 PM (CST)

Ashley,
I'm beliving on that your counts will rise so you can get out. I know how difficult it can be always coop up it can be boring, but Jesus knows and He understands, and I'm confident that you will be able to have a wonderful thanksgiving even if its with the family, but I hope you will get better soon the choir is having thier christmas drama in December and we all want you to be there. Your in my Prayer and remember God is able to do more than we could ever understand and thats like trying to count all the stars in the sky.
Boyd Highfield <Boyd2267@ureach.com>
Cordova, TN US - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 11:16 PM (CST)

Ashley, First I want you to know that I am praying you will be able to be with all your family for Thanksgiving. I know how hard it is to spend Thanksgiving with just your immediate family. When Mr. Denny was in the military, there were many holidays we were not able to spend with the rest of our family. It was kind of lonely sometimes. We tried to keep busy eating, watching TV, and playing games. THe 2nd thing I wanted to tell you is that the nurse at my doctor's office has had exactly the same kind of cancer you do. She is about 22years old now and was diagosed when she was 13. She is doing great and looks great AND she is a wonderful nurse! She is a very sweet and loving young woman. She reminds me a lot of you. (except she is blond) Also, did you know that the 6th and 7th graders are working in drama together with Pastor Justin? I remember how you were always after me trying to get us to do drama instead of puppets. Well, guess who will qualify for drama next year? YOU!! You are a natural. It will be so much fun. Well, You have a blessed Thanksgiving. I love you, sweetie! Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells
Cordova, TN - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 09:15 PM (CST)

Hi Donna and family,

Just saw the notes on Ashley and Doyle. That is so sweet of you to remember him with all that you all are going through. Doyle is indeed a very special person and I know that is why he was called home to be with our Father in heaven. He is at complete rest and safe now. He is breathing better and walking better. I know this is true in my heart, but I miss him so much. We will always pray for little Ashley and the family and continue to light candles at Church as we always did and for Doyle as I always do. He loved you and your family and if there is anything I can do for you all, please call me.

Love to all and will pray especially on Wednesday for Ashley. Tell Tyler and Floyd hello and have a happy Thanksgiving as we still have a great deal to be thankful for.

Love,

Helen and Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn Shelby - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 01:17 PM (CST)

Ashley,
Good Morning! Pray for high counts!!!!!!! I love you.
Aunt Brooke
Aunt Brooke <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS - Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at 09:09 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley. Hope today finds you feeling well. Our family has certainly missed seeing you. Didn't know if you were at church yesterday, but we went to Nashville Saturday to watch Briarcrest finally win the state championship in football. This was their fifth straight year to play in the finals and this was the first time they won. We spent the night and went shopping Sunday afternoon at Opry Mills. We also ate at the Rainforest Cafe, which I believe you've eaten at before.
We're real proud of you and your sweet spirit. It is easy for us to see why they are asking you to speak to others and to be in commercials and such. With your talents and bubbly personality, I would be shocked if they didn't ask you. You are such a ray of sunshine.
Gotta go, but we'll be seeing you soon. We love you.
Tony, Debbie, and Alyssa Maddox <tmaddox1@midsouth.rr.com>
Germantown, TN - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 01:56 PM (CST)

Donna, Thanks so much for thinking of us at this sad time in our lives. We continue to pray for Ashley daily and are so happy to hear of her progress. We love you all very much.
Kim Weaver <kim_weaver@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 10:05 AM (CST)

Ashley,
It's late and I was thinking of you. I am praying that your counts go up so we can see you, and am also praying that we all stay healthy. What have you been doing? Uncle Ricky said it's supposed to snow----I hope so! Have you seen the movie Spirit? I wonder if Maddie and Blake would like it. You'll have to let me know. How's the homework coming? When Blake starts doing factions and long division you will have to come over and give him some FREE tutoring(smile!). I should get in bed. I love you bunches. Give your Mom and Dad and Tyler a BIG hug and kiss from us.
Goodnight!
Love Aunt Brooke

Aunt Brooke <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS - Sunday, November 24, 2002 at 11:41 PM (CST)

Ashley, I have you in my prayers and I know that the Lord will Bless You and Keep You In His Hands.
Love, Nancy Brown from Friendship Arkansas
I met your grandparents Billy Garrett and his wife at work in Arkadelphia Arkansas
at Wells Footwear.
nancy brown <nancy_brown_2001@hotmail.com>
donaldson, ar u.s. - Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 01:03 PM (CST)

Hey sweet girl! I'm talking to your uncle right now on the phone. He's telling me you're kind of having a yuk day. I just wanted to tell you its okay for you to be frustrated. As everyone says, you're the one getting poked on all the time so if you get a little bent out of shape everybody understands! Its not like what you're going through is easy. I think you're doing great! Don't feel bad just because you get mad about being sick...I'm sure most of us would not have handled it nearly as well as you are. Well, I just wanted to say hi and tell you to keep on fighting! Love you bunches!
Ginny <luvmy4birds@yahoo.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Friday, November 22, 2002 at 04:35 PM (CST)

Hey Ash, I was spreading the gospel the other day at your dad's office...actually I was returning Floyd's Bible that was left in my car. I think I now have all the buttons reset and the seats in the correct position after Tyler played with every switch in my car. I hope you & Ty find some time to hang out with me over the holiday - we have a lot to be thankful for. Love Ya - Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, November 22, 2002 at 08:56 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley,
I just wanted to tell you we love you guys and pray for you every single day and every night. Our whole family wants you to know that we lift you up when you don't even know it. Whenever you are feeling down you need to remember that God is telling a lot of people that we need to pray for you right then no matter what we are doing. That is one of the ways you can lean on others when you don't especially feel your best. We are there for you.

Our Sunday School class has sort of adopted you so I hope you don't mind. Ms Rita is spearheading our efforts and is doing a great job in keeping your needs in front of us so we can pray like you've never seen a bunch of "old" people pray. See you soon!
Denny Sivells <sivmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 10:19 PM (CST)

Ashley & Family,

I just wanted to let you know that Stephanie, Christine, Dorothy and I pray every night for y'all and we hope you can return to Central D.S. soon.
Shelley Smith <ssmithcpa@bellsouth.net>
Germantown, TN USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 08:20 AM (CST)

Ashely, Donna & Family,
I just read the most recent update on the web site. And I thought, what a wonderful thing you are doing my brave young friend, speaking to others about your affliction. Then it came to me. Perhaps this is all part of it. You are such a wonderful witness to the overwhelming power of our Lord God Almighty. If your witness, makes even one person accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, then you struggle has not been in vain.
Hold tihgt to your faith, sweet Ashley. One day, the Lord will tell you, "Go, your faith has made you well."

Papa Jim <jwenink@midsouth.rr.com>
Piperton, TN God Bless the USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 11:54 PM (CST)

Boy am I glad to make it to your web page again. I am so glad to hear that you have had a wonderful time the last couple of weeks doing Halloween things, and most of all participating in school activities again. I love you so much Ashley. We all miss you at Children's Church!!!!! I want you to know how proud of you I am. You have found God's heart in the most difficult times of life and you cling to Him. You are a giant in the Kingdom of God because of the way you are reaching out to other childen and their parents. God has truly gifted you with great faith. Mr.Denny and I continue to pray for your miracle healing every morning before we start our day. I hope to see you and some of your friends from St. Jude again soon. Love, Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells <denmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 08:52 PM (CST)

Hi!
I love you!
Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you and praying for you.

Robin Abbott <Robin.Abbott@ipaper.com>
Eads, TN USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 04:08 PM (CST)

We are thinking of you!

Laura,Bill,and Trey Todd
Laura Todd <lttodd1@aol.com>
Collierville, Tn - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 02:08 PM (CST)

Hello there from the far away land of East Tennessee. This is Wayne Brintnall, a.k.a. the neighbor that is in college. I was just thinking about you and wanted to let you know that you have support from the farthest netherregions of the state. I dont know if you remember my friend Bryan Pelligrin, he is my roomate, but we often talk about how you are doing and wanted to let you know that we both support you.
Wayne Brintnall <wbrintna@tennessee.edu>
Knoxville, TN ----------> UNITED STATES!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 10:42 AM (CST)

HI MS. ASHLEY AND FAMILY!
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO SAY "HELLO" AND THANK YOU FOR BRIGHTENING MY DAY WHENEVER I READ YOUR UPDATES. I WANNA BE JUST LIKE YOU WHEN I GROW UP!!!! HAHAHA :o)
TAKE CARE AND BLESS YOU ALL.
KAY HALEY
KAY HALEY
MILLINGTON, TN USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 08:34 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley. It is so great to hear that you are doing so well. What an amazing gift of God you are and it never ceases to amaze me how much strength and courage you have. You are a true light of God that shines on everyone who knows your name. We love you and hope to see you soon at church!!
Jodi Nations <us4nations@aol.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 06:38 AM (CST)

Hey! Ashley, you are so strong to fight what you are going through, I admire you for that, I am praying for you as well as the students of Bartlett High School, we are also praying for you and and your family as well, I don't know you, but I can tell that you have a lot of spirit, and alot of faith,do not loose that faith because that is what we all need, and you have it
May you feel better in GODS name!We are all praying for you.

Jessica Grammer <Jammngirl@yahoo.com>
Bartlett, TN Shelby - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 10:15 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley! I just want you to know that you are in the hands of the Lord and he will take care of you! Don't worry about anything, you will be just fine!! My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Jaymie Moreland
Bartlett, Tn USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 10:12 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley!!! I went to your website and that story that i read was very sad.....i hope you feel better and soon be able to stay home and go to school and be with your friends instead of having to go to the hospital all the time i know that can`t be fun....well i just wanted to say i hope you fell better bye
Haley
bartlett , TN USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 09:13 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley, I went to your website and i just wanted to say Hi and that I hope you feel better soon, and that i am praying for you and I am praying for you and that everything is in Gods hands.
Amber Finger <ThinkPink18ox@aol.com>
Bartlett, TN USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 08:10 AM (CST)

hey i know you dont know me but i just wanted to say hey and i hope you get to feelin better and you are in my prayers and and i send my love to you family and friends and i will keep them in my prayers to if you wanted to know i am 14 well hope you get to feelin better
mallory farris <mlf234@aol.com>
bartlett, tn us - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 08:10 AM (CST)

~*AsHlEy*~
Hey whats up?? Our names are Jamie Clements and Ashley Chambless and we go to Bartlett High School... I just wanted to let you know that we worked hard to help raise money for you and your needs... I hope you get well soon!!!! BYE
Jamie Clements and Ashley Chambless <bhscheergrl516@aol.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 08:07 AM (CST)

Ashley,
We are students at Bartlett High School. We raised money in a school fund raiser in honor of you! We hope you get well soon!
Laura Miller,Carla Stone, and Amanda Todd <laura2004@msn.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 08:07 AM (CST)

Hi Sweet Ashley,
I'm sorry it's been so long sice I left you a message! I heard that you got a lot of candy for Halloween! I'm so glad that you didn't have to stay in the hospital so long this time! I think about you and pray for you so often. Did you like the picture of you and Ashlyn? I thought that ya'll really looked like you were having fun! I hope to see you soon.
Love,
DeAnna Temple and Family
DeAnna Temple <dtemple@midsouth.rr.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 10:58 PM (CST)

Hi Sweet Ashley!!!!!
I knew that the wheelchair was gone, but a little bird just told me that you went to Mr. Ronnie's house today on only one (1) crutch. If that is true, then you are really a very strong and brave young lady!!!
Well, I guess we have all known that for a long time. You my little friend have the light of God showing from you. I believe the silver smiths in Malachai would be seeing your face in their silver.
I sent this to a lot of people earlier, but I think it is something you might like. It is simply called, "What If?"

What if God couldn't take the time to bless us today because we couldn't take the time to thank Him yesterday?

What if God decided to stop leading us tomorrow because we didn't follow Him today?

What if we never saw another flower bloom because we grumbled when God sent the Rain?

What if God didn't walk with us today because we failed to recognize it as His day?

What if, God took away the Bible tomorrow because we would not read it today?

What if, God took away His message because we failed to listen to the messenger?

<==THINK ABOUT THIS ONE.........

What if, God didn't send His only begotten Son because He wanted us to be prepared to pay the price for sin.

What if, the door of the church was closed because we did not open the door of our heart?

What if, God stopped loving and caring for us because we failed to love and care for others?

What if, God would not hear us today because we would not listen to Him?

What if, God answered our prayers the way we answer His call to service?

I sent this to a lot of people earlier tonight, but still wanted to share it with you:

What if, God met our needs the way we give Him our lives???

culaterbye,
Love you,
Papa Jim <jwenink@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN God Bless the USA - Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 09:35 PM (CST)

Hey there! I never got a chance to thank you and Tyler for calling me and singing Happy Birthday! That was one of the highlights of my birthday! I can't say the same for having your uncle Ron sing to me (he can't carry a tune very well!!! teehee) but I guess its the thought that counts! Since he has a birthday coming up I'll give him the honor of hearing my lovely voice singing to him! It will go like this..."happy birthday to you, you live in a zoo, you smell like a monkey, and you look like one too!!!hahahahaha).
When I read your mom's entries I realize what a tough little bird you are! I am so proud to know you and to see how you're handling this - you're really an inspiration. I think about you often and pray for you all. I just know that even when we can't see HOW God could use something for good, all the same He can, and He does. You just keep trusting Him in ALL things!
Well, gotta go back to work but I'll talk to you soon. Love you!!
Ginny <luvmy4birds@yahoo.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 03:50 PM (CST)

hi ashley!
Forgive me for not writing lately! I have been so busy with school, it's really been keeping me on my toes! I am glad to hear you are doing better, that makes me very happy! Please take care of yourself and I will pray that you have a GREAT recovery! love, Ms. Andrea
Ms. Andrea <andrie2200@yahoo.com>
Cordova, Tn us - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 10:07 PM (CST)

Hey Ash, I hear you spoke to some St Jude corporate sponsors yesterday and I recall you were in a commercial with other St Jude kids recently. Let me know if you need an agent to help schedule your speaking engagements, photo shoots, commercials, etc.. You're my star!
Love ya - Uncle Ronnie
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Memphis, TN 38018 - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 11:10 AM (CST)

Hi Ahsley,
I met you and your special Mom at St Judes yesterday. It was very special to have you there. You both truly make a difference. Our hopes and prayers are with you.
Love - Larry
Larry Smead <lsmead@sasco.com>
Falls Village, CT USA - Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 09:37 AM (CST)

Ashley,
Did you ever get done with your homework? I was so glad to see you today...so was Eli! I love you.
Aunt Brooke
Aunt Brooke <BrookeGarrett@aol.com>
Hernando, MS - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 09:34 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley
Just a little note of love being sent your way to let you know how special you are and that when your going through the ups and downs like a rollercoaster that Jesus is right there beside you holding on to you.
Boyd from the Church Choir <Boyd2267@ureach.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 12:06 PM (CST)

Ashley,

It is great to hear that you did well in the hospital this time. Just want you to know that today, Saturday is the 20th day of the choir room Sunday School Class fasting and praying. We have met our goal and we have all been blessed. We have planted a seed and are expecting a miracle. We love you and your family and may God richly bless you.

Ms Rita <Ritagmissippi@aol.com>
Byhalia, MS - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 07:45 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley,
This is Haley. I had alot of fun cheering this year with you.I hope you feel better soon. We lost the Super Bowl to the Colts if you were wondering. I hope to see you again soon. Your Friend~Haley
Haley Hodge <CHaley1992@aol.com>
- Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 05:52 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
Its Shea Hope you had a fun Halloween.Wow 11 pounds of candy! I am praying that you will feel better. I want to come and see you when you can have guests. We missed you last night at the sleep over. We prayed for you. Surprise we have a surprise for you. Don't ask me what it is because its a surprise.
Love you,
Shea
Shea Casper <casper653@Msn.com>
memphis, Tn United States - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 04:11 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley, (& Family)
Glad to hear you had a fun Halloween!
We are continuing to pray for you daily. Mom and Dad we are also praying for you. (Donna, you are an excellent writer!) Enjoy the journal, just to see how you are doing and rejoice in your praises and uphold your prayer request. You are a special family. We love you.
Bobbi Blankenship <bblankenship@sedgwickcms.com>
Southaven, MS USA - Friday, November 08, 2002 at 04:17 PM (CST)

We are praying for you, Ashley!! :)
Terry, Kenneth, Andrew, Jordan Devall and Ashley Rhodes <tdevall@earthink.net>
Collierville, TN - Thursday, November 07, 2002 at 02:16 PM (CST)

Hello! Great News! We are so glad to hear that you are doing so well. You are so wonderful!
We love you!
Tim, Robin, Ramsey, Ryan, Robert, & Savannah Abbott
Robin Abbott <Robin.Abbott@ipaper.com>
Eads, TN USA - Thursday, November 07, 2002 at 10:31 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
I'm sorry I missed you the other day when you were in the store. Of course, I'm nursing a cold, so maybe it was just as well. I am so very happy to hear about how well you are doing. You, my little friend, are a very cool person. (:>)
Hope you enjoyed all your Halloween candy! Talk to you again soon.
Love,

Papa Jim <jwenink@midsouth.rr.com>
Piperton, TN God Bless the USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 11:11 PM (CST)

Glad to hear you are out and about on crutches! I hope you continue to improve (fast).
You sure have wonderful parents. I told Cindy Brewer that I want to meet you and your Mom and Dad soon.
God Bless,
Jerry
Jerry and Judy Wallace <gwallace@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 09:50 PM (CST)

Great news!! I am so happy for you that you have been able to get out and have some fun! I know you are glad to have those stitches out, too! We are so happy to hear of your progress. We continue to pray for you daily. Lindsay misses you at school! We love you!
Kim Weaver <kim_weaver@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 12:00 PM (CST)

Happy Wednesday Ashley and Family :) I bet it feels good to get those pesky stitches out!! So glad all went well - I am praying for miraculous reprodution of platelets for you ... I KNOW GOD ANSWERS PRAYER because you truly are a miracle! Listen to your tape from Sunday night ... I have a special part for you :) Hugzzzz to Tyler, Mom & Dad
Mrs. Kimbie <ising4him_lmtd@yahoo.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 10:55 AM (CST)

Hi, Ashley! Where are you today? (home or at the hospital?) You know, I'm one of your nosey neighbors and Mr. Steve and I were wondering how things are going. Say hello to your family for us. Do ya'll need anything? Just let us know. We love you! Miss Pam
Pam White <spmcwhite@bellsouth.net>
Collierville, TN USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 09:11 AM (CST)

Hey Ashley. So glad that you are out of the hospital. Sorry that I haven't signed your guestbook in a while. I went to the doctor last Monday & got to hear the baby's heartbeat. He or she's heart rate was 160. We will find out before Christmas what we are having. I will be sure to let you know. I hope your dad and Tyler are doing better. I think it is so sweet that your dad was jumping up & down outside your hospital room. That will be a memory that you will never forget. I hope your ANC stays up so you can have some fun time with your friends & family. I will be praying that physical therapy goes well for you. God bless!!!

Dawn Pierce <pierce94@juno.com>
Southaven, MS - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 08:44 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley! How are you doing? I was just getting ready for church and I thought I'd come check your page to see how you were doing! I hope I can see you at church soon! I've missed you so much! Well, I've got to finish getting ready! Love you lots! Tell your mom, dad, and Tyler I said hi! bye!!
Alyssa Maddox <prissylissy1089@hotmail.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Sunday, November 03, 2002 at 08:41 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley, Mom, Dad and Tyler
I was so glad to find out about your web site from grandpa.
I pray and think about you often but really did not know how to stay in touch and let you know how special you are to so many people. We have known your family for a long time and are praying and believing for a complete miracle of healing for you and your family. There are so many people praying for you that you don't even know, and prayer does change things. We serve a mighty God. Love and prayer, Mark and Bobbi
Mark and Bobbi Blankenship <bblankenship@sedgwickcms.com>
Southaven, MS DeSoto - Friday, November 01, 2002 at 08:55 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
It was great seeing you in church Wednesday Night. You looked so good. Your smile was illuminating and contagious.
Hope you are enjoying your guardian angel and don't forget the Bible Verse that came with it - Psalms 91:11 "For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways." Our Sunday School Class continues to fast and pray for you. Tell your Mom, Dad, and brother that we said hello. May God continue to bless you!
Love Ya,
Ms Rita
Rita Garner <RitaGMissippi@aol.com>
Byhalia, MS - Friday, November 01, 2002 at 08:35 AM (CST)

HEY LITTLE BUDDY,
I'M GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE HOME. HOPE YOU HAD FUN TONIGHT ON HALLOWEEN. TELL YOUR MOM HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY.
I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOUR 100 PERCENT HEALING.HANG IN THERE.
LOVE,
JOYCE SMITH
JOYCE SMITH
COLLIERVILLE, TN SHELBY - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 08:28 PM (CST)

hey ashley!
it's ms. andrea :-) I hope that you are having a wonderful halloween! What are you going to be? Well, I hope you have fun whatever you are dressing up as! Love, Ms. Andrea
Ms. Andrea <andrie2200@yahoo.com>
Cordova, Tn united states - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 11:08 AM (CST)

Hi Ashley! Please tell your mom thank you for all the updates she gives us ... It is truly wonderful to hear how God has answered our prayers DAILY. I heard your dad was gonna look kind of "interesting" tonight ... but he didnt say anything about your mom ... is she gonna be the queen? Because you are DEFINITELY the princess!!! Hugzzzzzz to you - I'll see you soon!
Mrs. Kimbie <ising4him_ltmd@yahoo.com>
Germantown, TN USA - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 10:36 AM (CST)

Hello Ashley! I am Miss Andrea's aunt from Houston, Texas. My name is Sylvia Castillo, but all of my friends and relatives call me "Yaya". It is simply a term of endearment that I acquired many many years ago. I hope this is the beginning of a long lasting writing relationship because I love writing emails. Other than keeping up with my two grandchildren (Adrian-6 yrs old and Mya-4 years old)I thoroughly enjoy reading and computers! I hope you are having a wonderful "Happy Halloween". Everyone here at the office (I am with CEP - Community Education Partners Alternative School) is dressed in costume and I am sure that all of our students will enjoy making fun of them. There are so many different costumes it will be hard to pick a winner!! Listen you take care and I will try to write as often as I can. If you need anything please do not hesitate to ask. Sincerely, Yaya

NICE PERSON

Hello there nice person
Did anyone ever tell you,
Just how special you are
The light that you emit
Might even light a star
Did anyone ever tell you
How important you make others feel.

Somebody out there is smiling
About love that is so real
Did anyone ever tell you
Many times, when they were sad
Your e-mail made them smile a bit
In fact it made them glad
For the time you spend sending things
And sharing whatever you find

There are no words to thank you
But somebody, thinks you're fine
Did anyone ever tell you
Just how much they love you
Well, my dearest "online" friend
Today I am telling you

Have a nice day, and I hope we will continue to be online friends!!!

THIS IS A HAND OF FRIENDSHIP

Sylvia Castillo <sylvia.castillo@communityeducation.com>
Houston, TX USA - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 08:46 AM (CST)

Hey Donna - Happy Birthday! Ashley told my earlier that you only look wiser, but no older - good answer. I picked you out a great birthday card, just go by the Hallmark store in OakCourt Mall to read it, aisle 2, 3rd row from bottom. It's the thought that counts. Speaking of counts, glad to hear Ashley's counts are on the rise - which I know means you all are running around when away from St Jude. Don't try to do too much, I hear older people require more rest. :) Love ya - your "kid" brother
Ronnie White <rwhite@mmcc-tlc.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 09:21 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family, Hope you are still at home and doing well. Tell your mom happy birthday! Tell your dad and Tyler we hope they are feeling better and can be around you a lot now. We are so glad to hear that the surgery area has starting healing more and you have started back in therapy. We understand that the therapy is very painful but it will help you get stronger and stronger and soon it will all be over and you will be walking again on your own. We wish you and Tyler a Happy Halloween!! Don't eat too much candy! Love to all
Doyle, Helen and Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 02:11 PM (CST)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY MUCH OLDER BIG SISTER!!! We are hoping that all of you have a very special day together. Addison says, "Happy Birthday, Nonna". We look forward to seeing you tomorroww...trick or treat.
Cindy
Cindy Toy <ctoy@ibius.jnj.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 09:20 AM (CST)

10-30-02 & GOOD MORNING FROM THE "PUMPKIN PATCH" !!!!
HEY ASHLEY... !!!!!! LORDY LORDY HAVE MERCY !! .. GUESS WHO 'S 40 ??????????????????????
..IT'S YOUR MOTHER..!!!!!!! HA HA !!HA HA !! HA HA !! HA HA.....!! ( I DON'T KNOW WHY WE'RE LAUGHING---GUESS WHERE THAT PUTS US ? ..MAKES US OLD
JUST THINKING ABOUT IT) ...
YOUR MOM MISSED BEING A HALLOWEEN BABY BY ONE DAY...WE REALLY THOUGHT SHE WAS GOING TO BE A "GOB-LIN"..
..BUT INSTEAD SHE TURNED OUT JUST TO BE A PUMPKIN..
BUT LATER THE PUMPKIN TURNED INTO OUR LITTLE CINDERELLA..
..& CINDERELLA HAD AN ANGEL NAMED "ASHLEY" YOU KNOW THE
STORY.... .. SO, GIVE YOUR MOM A BIG HUG (& SOME OXYGEN).
----NOW EVERYONE SING... " HAPPY - BIRTHDAY TO DONNA ""
PAP PA & MAMIE WHITE <CWHITE@ABF.COM CEJUNWHITE@ATT.NET >
MEMPHIS, TN SHELBY - Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 07:59 AM (CST)

Hi, Ashley! We're so glad your family is back together again and that your surgical area is healing on its own (with a little help from God). We look forward to seeing you at church soon. Hope your mom has a wonderful XXth birthday this week. (Don't make her feel too old - some of her friends are even older!)
We love you and your family!!
Larry and Pam Coley
Germantown, TN - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 10:07 PM (CST)

Hey Hun..... how are you?I am okay!Sorry I haven't been able to write to you I have been grounded from the computer.But I still have been prying for you!! I miss you and love youwith all my heart!
Alyssa
Alyssa Rios <Gymbabie314@netscape.com>
Corodva, TN US - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 04:42 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family, good to know you are all together again. Reading the journal entries renews my faith that we all need each other and the power of prayer is truly awesome. What a blessing you are to share your thoughts, needs and graciousness with us all. Be strong little one, God will always be at your side. Have a Happy Halloween!

Susan Greene
Matthews, NC - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 01:08 PM (CST)

Hey Ashley! It is great to hear that you are at home! I know the hospital is not the most fun place in the world, but it was such a blessing taking care of you last week. It was great to see your smiling face and watch you shoot syringe caps across the room!! You are such a special girl and I am praying for you! Love, Samantha
Samantha Beverage <samantha.davis@stjude.org>
Cordova, TN USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 10:42 AM (CST)

hello garrett's!
wonderful news that the family is all back together again!
God is soooo very good!
i can just see dr. g. entertaining the surrounding areas of st. jude!!!! what a wonderful vision! he is such a dear person!!!!!
have a great week and keep up the good work!
love to all,
kay haley
kay haley
millington, tn usa - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 09:02 AM (CST)

Dear Ashley,
HOME SWEET HOME!!!! Glad you are there! I pray eveeryday for your surgery site to heal. I know it will with God's healing hand on you 24/7. We just got back from Birmingham this weekend to see our grandbabies, Gracie and Cy. Did I tell you that Misty, our daughter, is going to have another baby in March. Yes, God has truly blessed us! In a few years maybe you can babysit when they come to visit me. We hope you have a Happy Halloween. I will come to see you soon. I have a new brownie recipe that I need to try out on somebody. You may be my test subject. Ha! We love you!
Mr. Mike and Miss Cindy
Cindy Brewer <jbrewer1@midsouth.rr.com>
Collierville, TN - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 07:46 AM (CST)

Hi, Ashley! This is Ms. Pam. Mr. Denny just got the computer running again, so I can check in on you. I am THRILLED to know you are finally at home again. I can just imagine your dad outside your hospital window acting silly just for you. You have an exceptional father! We just moved into our new house 3 weeks ago. I am still covered in boxes, but I know we will be settled soon and it will be beautiful. I want you to know I am agreeing with you for a complete healing (including a creative miracle with a brand new bone.) Our music minister down in Texas gave his father one of his kidneys. When they both went back to the doctor, the father's kidney was functioning great. God gave the music minister another brand new kidney so he had 2 kidneys again when they x-rayed him. The doctors were in shock, and so were they. They don't understand why God didn't just create a brand new kidney in the father's body, but they do know that God had a plan and that he always takes care of us. I still believe God is going to give you a brand new cancer free bone, and make those legs of yours stronger than ever. In the mean time you are growing closer and closer to the Lord, and your faithfulness is a testimony to everyone that God Is Real. I love you so much. I know what it is like to go through hard times, but I also know the joy of closing my eyes and reaching out to God. His arms wrapped around me and around you are like no other comfort in this whole world. Love, Ms. Pam
Pam Sivells <denmem@aol.com>
Cordova, TN - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 10:41 PM (CST)

Ashley,
I just wanted to let you know that students in my class remember to pray for you every single day. I give them updates when I check your web page. They care about what is happening to you. We love you and pray for you all the time. We look forward to seeing you at church again soon.

Gregory, Christine, and Victoria

Christine Ross
Memphis, TN USA - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 08:55 PM (CST)

hey ashley!
I hope that you are doing well now and that your counts are up and that you are home with your mom, dad, and tyler. Hope your days are days filled with plenty of smiles!
Love, Ms. Andrea
Ms. Andrea <andrie2200@yahoo.com>
cordova, tn united states - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 03:09 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley and family Hope your counts are up and you are home by now. You sound so happy to be helping others even when you feel bad. You truly are a gift from God and He will always have His angels around you. We hope your dad is feeling better and can come see you. Tell Tyler hi and we love you all and will continue to thank God and ask Him to keep you all in this loving care.`
Doyle, Helen and Joe <hamp04_80@yahoo.com>
Memphis, TN Shelby - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 08:57 AM (CST)

Hello to the Garrett family, I thought I would send a message of warm Christian Love to let you know we Love you all. Hi Ashley just keep on smiling it's good for you and I send you a happy face to let you know how much we miss you.

Mr. Boyd from the Choir <Boyd2267@ureach.com>
Cordova, TN USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 03:42 PM (CST)

Hey Miss Ashley, Just a quick note to tell you that my Sunday School class talked about you today and we all prayed for you to get well very soon. I teach 5 year olds and today we talked about Saints. St. Jude was one of the saints we learned about and I told them about you. They all prayed for you and thanked God for St. Jude's hospital!! Hope you are getting better and ready for a fun Halloween!
God bless you,
Melinda

Melinda Harmon Winchester <mewinch@hotmail.com>
Cordova, Tn USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 01:02 PM (CST)

Hi Ashley,
Haven't sent you a message in a while, but, I have been checking the website often. Glad you have had a good week and your counts are coming up. It sounds like the hospital is really decorating for halloween. I bet it looks pretty. You hang in there and know we are praying for you every day. We love you!
Ms. Jackie and Mr. G.A.
Jackie Crosby <gacrosby@bellsouth.net>
Cordova, TN Shelby - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 12:19 AM (CDT)

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