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So glad to see the pix of the family .... my goodness the kids are so big now. It's good to know more about Jake so thanks to both Mom & Grandma for the update.
Peggy Schuhmacher <paschuh@hotmail.com>
Marysville, WA - Saturday, February 26, 2011 0:32 AM CST

Hello from Portland, OR!

Our younger son, Ethan, was diagnosed MPS1H in July 2009. Always good to connect with another family. Sending light your way for a speedy recovery from the fracture!

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/ethanwaddell

~Sarah Aaserude & Todd Waddell
Sarah Aaserude
Portland, OR USA - Friday, September 24, 2010 12:12 AM CDT

Was hoping to see an update from surgery today - maybe need to give Melissa a job to do. Thoughts and prayers are with you - glad to hear surgery went well - YEAH
Mary Tremayne <jmkmsm225@aol.com>
Everett, - Friday, January 8, 2010 11:11 PM CST

Just got back from Duke. Wish we would see more kids that we know when we are there but the visits get farther between. I hope everything is going well and that you are enjoying the nice fall weather. Write if you get time.

Love Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh >
boonsboro, md USA - Friday, November 6, 2009 1:21 PM CST

My Little boys have that same shrit he is wearing in the christmas picture He is very handsom God Bless
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/damionandjacobjrellis
Jacob &v Robyn Ellis <parentsofkidswithmps@yahoo.com>
Macon, Mo USA - Sunday, August 30, 2009 5:23 PM CDT

Hi Lisa, just letting you know we are thinking of you and pray for a speedy recovery, we want some mandle bread.
Much love and prayers,
Karen and South Shore
Karen Cascio <jcascio@optonline.net>
Rockville Centre, NY USA - Wednesday, July 22, 2009 10:40 PM CDT

Jacob,We're just springing by to wish you a wonderful day.

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Monday, July 6, 2009 10:08 PM CDT

We have a newly diagnosed son with MPS1 and to hear a story like yours is very encouraging. To know my son could grow up to be a handsome boy like you someday is wonderful. May God continue to bless you on your journey!
Carman Family <jimandrachael10@yahoo.com>
Hartsville, tn USA - Tuesday, June 30, 2009 9:48 AM CDT

Kim & Scotty

MPS II <cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Saturday, April 11, 2009 3:55 PM CDT

Hi There:

Glad Jacob is doing ok and look foward to hearing the details about him. Take care
Gina Gonsalves <gina_gonsalves@verizon.net>
Laurel, MD - Friday, April 10, 2009 5:49 PM CDT

I hope you are enjoying your winter weather!!! We have been having either warm rain or freezing dry. We are still waiting for the cold and the wet to get together and form snow. Andrew can barely stand the wait. LOL He has had the worst cold. I am not used to him being sick. He has been sick for a week and had a fever off and on since Wed. Makes me wish Dr K could get her hands on him and fix him up. He was crying last night. He is just so tired of being sick. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Monday, December 29, 2008 8:27 AM CST

Wow Mel,
I don't know how I missed this surgery but you guys had a really rough time. I am almost glad I didn't know about it. I would have been scared to pieces. I am so glad things are healing well now. Are you guys trying to set some kind of record?
I hope your Christmas season is going great and you are all ready for Thur. My kids will be out of school in about 15 min and then let the fun begin. Jeff took next week off so that will either help or make things crazier. I am not sure which. Andrew has been sick off and on now for awhile. We had the ER visit in Sept and then the asthma in Nov? and he was home sick again yesterday and two days the week before last. I am not used to this. He is usually the healthy one. Oh well, nothing major. I hope you guys have a WONDERFUL Christmas!!! Love Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Tuesday, December 23, 2008 2:17 PM CST

You are always in my prayers
Michele McGilvray Sayed <gemms1@gmail.com>
Snohomish, WA - Wednesday, December 17, 2008 8:01 PM CST

Hoping Jake has been recovering well!
Lisa Post <ltjpost@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, December 7, 2008 8:41 AM CST

Hey Jake!I am sooo glad you are home now and all went well, except for the fall out of bed. Unbelievable! Melanie ask the Dr. for a pill to slow that boy down.
Vicki Hagen <hagenvr@aol.com>
Marysville, Wa. USA - Tuesday, December 2, 2008 8:35 AM CST

Good job Jake!! So happy that you are at home!
Hope all keeps going well with you! Come back to school soon!
Take care,
From Miss Teresa C.

Teresa
Arlingon, WA USA - Friday, November 28, 2008 10:29 PM CST

Yeah! Congrats on being discharged today!
Lisa Post <ltjpost@yahoo.com>
- Friday, November 28, 2008 3:45 PM CST

Hi Mel and Steve, OMG...I just logged on to check on Jake and was surprised to see the surgery was just done and I couldn't believe he fell out of the hospital bed! THank goodness all seems to be ok now, but that must have been quite a few stressful days for you. I hope he is feeling less agitated and I'm glad to read he's back on the regular floor. I'll keep him in my prayers and will check back often!
Lisa Post <ltjpost@yahoo.com>
Shelton, CT - Friday, November 28, 2008 8:53 AM CST

Fell out of bed, bud? Wow, I'm glad to hear you're ok though. I'm coming to see you tomorrow, and hopefully give mom and dad a break for a few minutes. Love you lots, have a happy thanksgiving!
Melissa <soccer_star_010@Hotmail.com>
Everett, WA USA - Thursday, November 27, 2008 11:09 AM CST

We are still sending many prayers for you and your family Jake! I hope that you are resting comfortably and able to get out of ICU very soon!
Happy Thanksgiving Irish Family!
Jennifer Restemayer <jennmarie@bis.midco.net>
Bismarck, ND USA - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 9:30 PM CST

Just saw Cindy's email on Jake; what a wonderfully brave little boy! My thoughts and prayers are with you - and tell those brothers of his how great they are; what a loving family!
Cindy Draeger (Bowles)
Mukilteo, WA - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 3:16 PM CST

We are praying for Jake and the whole family.
(((HUGS))) Kris Klenke
Kris Klenke <kris@mpssociety.org*******www.caringbridge.org/il/kraig>
Worden, IL USA - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 1:38 PM CST

Dear Jake~~
We are saying lots of prayers for you that things turn around really soon!! We hope the doctors will have some answers and can get your pain under control quickly!!
We will check back in really soon, until then, you and your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers~~
Love~Becky and Emma MPS 1
www.caringbridge.org/canada/prettygirl
The Hardmans <bbjhardman@sympatico.ca>
Hanover, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 12:23 AM CST

I just got the e-mail from Grandma Cindy about Jacob's surgery. I am glad to hear he is doing well. The Irish family is truly blessed with 3 beautiful boys! You have a lot of folks out here wishing Jacob well.
Kristi Treckeme
Mill Creek, WA - Wednesday, November 26, 2008 10:20 AM CST

Glad to hear Jacob is doing good
Dan Hatch <dan@rdan.com>
- Tuesday, November 25, 2008 11:04 PM CST

Just saw the email from Cindy regarding the great results of Jake's surgery - that's wonderful news. I'll keep my fingers crossed that the neck brace will do the trick and no halo is needed. My very best to your whole family!
Margret Nixon <Miggien2@yahoo.com>
Everett, WA US - Tuesday, November 25, 2008 8:34 PM CST

We are so happy that the surgery went so well. We have been thinking of your family during this time and are happy to hear Jacob will be home to enjoy Christmas with all of you. Take care, Michelle
Michelle Nelson <m2mnelson@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, November 25, 2008 7:31 PM CST

So glad the surgery went well! You may want to consider padding the miami-j collar with something like padding ie: mole skin. Also a back up collar is a good idea - this would help you with bathing and so that you can clean the pads on the first collar - I am still working on getting a second brace myself! A scarf or something to that effect could be tied around the brace to keep Jake from getting it off.
Many prayers and thoughts continuing!

Erica (MPS I Adult www.caringbridge.org/wi/ericathiel )
Erica Thiel <erica.thiel@charter.net>
Juneau, WI USA - Tuesday, November 25, 2008 6:19 PM CST

We are thinking of you all and will miss Thanksgiving together as well as the Santa Breakfast! Miss you guys!!!
Caprice, Ralph and Lucia <rcpaduano@comcast.net>
Olympia, wa USA - Tuesday, November 25, 2008 2:37 PM CST

Hoping Jacob has a speedy recovery and gets to feeling better soon. He is getting so big! I love the pictures!
Jami Principi <jamiboni@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, November 25, 2008 6:51 AM CST

We will thinking of Jacob next week and praying his surgery goes well and he has a speedy recovery.
Many Hugs,

Kim & Scotty www.caringbridge.org/ca/friends <cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Friday, November 21, 2008 7:34 PM CST

melanie, if you'd like for someone to post updates for you here or on the MPS forum let me know. I have misplaced your cell number but would be happy to help in any small way.
Many prayers and know this surgery can be very successful. I am living proof you can get through - recovery well that is harder than even I anticipated but for different reasons for each us.
Your MPS friend,

Erica www.caringbridge.org/wi/ericathiel / c-spine decompression and laminoplasty with instrumentation 11/3/08
Erica www.caringbridge.org/wi/ericathiel <erica.thiel@charter.net>
Juneau, WI USA - Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:15 AM CST

Hey, my parents are neighbors of Mark and Cindy. We have 3 kids 5, 3, and 22 mos. We just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you all and sending prayers your way for Jacob, he is adorable! Take care, the Nelson's
Michelle Nelson <m2mnelson@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, November 18, 2008 1:53 PM CST

I can't believe how quickly Christmas is coming around. It won't be long now!

Love

Vikki

viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Saturday, November 8, 2008 6:23 PM CST

Kim & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Friday, October 31, 2008 6:48 PM CDT

Hi Mel! I love all the new pics! Gee, looks like the dreaded spine surgery is inevitable. You know Jake will be in my prayers through all of that. I'm sure the orthos in your area (esp. our favorite one!) will guide to to the best specialist to handle Jake's surgery. Keep me posted on the details!
Love, Lisa <ltjpost@yahoo.com>
Shelton, CT - Friday, September 26, 2008 7:35 AM CDT

Hi Melanie, I guess Jake and I will be facing this surgery together - mine will be Nov. 3rd unless my spine surgeon in
MN decides he wants it moved up quicker. Know that Jake will be in my prayers as will your whole family.
I am glad the school year is going so well, so far for the boys!!
Erica
Erica Thiel www.caringbridge.org/wi/ericathiel <ethiel@att.net>
Juneau, WI - Thursday, September 18, 2008 9:12 PM CDT

Hey Mel I loved reading the "blog" I have to say even knowing you all I still was so touched at the way you speak of those incredible boys of yours..I was happy to hear Duke went well and if Jakkey does indeed have this dreaded surgery...know that My family and Myself will be praying and I know countless others as well.I Know I havent known you all very long but I think Jake is remarkable and strong due in part to the WONDERFUL SUPPORTIVE FAMILY he has keep on keepin on girlfriend..see you soon x��x��
Your friend Tracy
Tracy Gieseke <gieseke72@aol.com>
marysville, wa usa - Thursday, September 18, 2008 7:34 PM CDT

Oh Mel, I am so sorry about the upcoming surgery. I was hoping that you were going to be able to escape that. You know we will be following you with big prayers and cyber hugs. I am so proud of Jacob for his great trip to Duke. We ducked under the radar this year. I feel kind of at loose ends not having their yearly "Ok" but Jeff got tired of fighting the insurance and the drive.

Sounds like you had tons of fun this summer and that school is going great. Lots of love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Thursday, September 18, 2008 8:07 AM CDT

Hi Jake, Melanie and Family!
I sure miss you Jakey! I am glad to hear that you had fun this summer and are still my happy little friend!
I look forward to seeing you again sometime soon I hope!
Lots of love,
Miss Jenny, your OT from Lakewood for two years!
Jenny Brice <jennybrice@hotmail.com>
Bellingham, WA USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2008 8:04 AM CDT

Hello Mel,
I checked in to see how everyone was doing. Second Grade, can you believe it? I loved the photo of "mommy's boys". So cute. I would love to catch up sometime. Although I know that "time" isn't easy to come by.
Take care and please say hello to your family for me,
Danielle
Danielle Fowler <fowler41@verizon.net>
Everett, WA USA - Tuesday, September 9, 2008 9:42 AM CDT

glad to hear you are doing better. keep up the good work ..I Read the sites daily from a child here in maine . stay strong . god bless.
Debbie Steeves <debbuysbees123@hotmail.com>
Guilford, ME piscataquis - Tuesday, September 2, 2008 3:30 PM CDT

Hey Melanie and family!!!
It's Austin's mom, Carolyn, I havent written in awhile but i check in every once in awhile, which is about as often as I update Austin's site! lol Congratulations Jake on being the grand marshall of the parade!!! WOO HOOOOOO
I know what you mean about the famous thing, you would think Austin is an actor or something the way every knows him and reacts to him, especially adults!!!! I am knows as "Austin's mom" I dont think many people know my first name!!! Check out the site, I just had another baby in March and there are 3 pics on there of Austin with his new baby brother, I need to change the pics but I dont have a computer at home and my moms' is shut down with a virus! Austin and poppy just went to duke last week and made out good! Good luck this month when you guys go!! I would love to hear from you!
Carolyn Lebron (Austin Caucci's mom) <tweet84675@verizon.net www.caringbridge.org/page/austinc>
philadelphia, pa usa - Wednesday, August 13, 2008 1:48 PM CDT

Hi Mel & Family

It was so great to visit with you in Vancouver! The boys are as cute as ever!
Take Care
Kim & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Friday, August 1, 2008 8:21 PM CDT

I came across Jacob's website from the MPS society's webpage. Thank you so much for sharing his story. You have a very cute little boy. My son, Benjamin was diagnosed with Hurler's syndrome about 4 months ago.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/benjaminrobinson
Nichole Robinson <mocha79@bendbroadband.com>
Bend, OR USA - Tuesday, July 22, 2008 0:50 AM CDT

what an adorable little miracle you have. I have been just recently looking into this disease as my cousins 10 month old son was just diagnosed with this disease. we are all very shocked by this diagnosis as i'm sure you were. but i just wanted to let you know i will be keeping your son in my thoughts and prayers.
erica <ericalynn26@live.com>
- Friday, July 11, 2008 10:30 AM CDT

Jake is such a cute kid. I really think having this kind of website is very important, it puts a face to MPS and helps others understand it better from a 'family' perspective (Trey's is www.treypurcell.com). I'm looking forward to getting to know the boys better if i'm ever in the area! I hope you guys have a great stress free (as much as possible) summer, and i hope the august appointments go well. Tell Noah i say hi:)
Michelle Cehak <michellecehak@hotmail.com>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Thursday, July 3, 2008 2:50 PM CDT

Wow, what a cutie. Jacob must be one brave little guy to have gone through so many surgeries. I wish Jacob and the whole family the very best for happy future. Sounds like he is surrounded by a lot of love.
Normie Baunsgard <ronandnormie@gmail.com>
Camano Island, WA US - Thursday, July 3, 2008 9:29 AM CDT

hope to meet up with you again in Canada! hugs Laura,Lily and Will(mps2)
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Tuesday, June 17, 2008 3:34 PM CDT

I am glad things are going so well. I am glad that you can avoid back surgery for now. I swear Andrew's looks worse but last time we were at Fitch's he said it was fine. Andrew is supposed to be having hand surgery July 1st. I hope it will go smoothly. We have him off his ADHD meds for a trial and believe me, it is a trial. Every day he survives, is a miracle!!! He is driving me CRAZY!!! He just put Hannah's car pillow out with the trash and I didn't realize it until after the trash truck had come. Still got his trash fetish. Hope your summer goes better than ours is going. Hang in there. Lots of love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Tuesday, June 17, 2008 10:19 AM CDT

Hi, I can't believe how big Jacob has gotten! He is still as cute as ever. I also can't believe its been 6 years since transplant! Glad to hear that he is doing well!
Keri Garrison <kerigarrison@gmail.com>
Flat Rock, NC - Monday, June 9, 2008 3:09 PM CDT

Thanks so much for viewing our site. Please keep in touch with us, We would love to hear what all went down at Duke. Contact us anytime. Lee Laura and Alyssa..BTW we leave for Duke this weekend. We have so many questions. How did you find our page
Lee Louden <HotSauce6226@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 6, 2008 8:59 PM CDT

Melaine,
I haven't been on your webpage for a long time. It is great to see your family is doing well. I can't believe your boys are so grown and Jake is doing well. I think about you often and your family is in my prayers. I hope your life continues to be good.
Take care,
Cathy May
Cathy <callhome1950@comcast.net>
Everett, WA Snohomish - Thursday, April 17, 2008 10:22 AM CDT

Melanie, you and I were United Way Campaign Volunteers in 1999, and I have always kept your webpage on my favorites so I can keep you all in my prayers. It is wonderful to see Jake getting stronger and making progress. I pray for God's continued light to shine on you all and provide you blessings each day. You are an inspiration to all of us moms who feel tired and worn out, it's wonderful to read your positive words and realize that you have the grace we all wish we had. God bless.
Sue Laurenti <qismah@gmail.com>
Mukilteo, WA 98275 - Monday, March 31, 2008 8:58 PM CDT

Just checking in on everyone and stopping by to say...

Have a Blessed Easter!
Love,
Patty and Jesse

PattyT <wordinedge@aol.com>
Balto, MD USA - Saturday, March 22, 2008 8:47 PM CDT

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

I wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you today, and always.
Love from Vibeke
Vibeke <vibekehovd@hotmail.com>
Skaun, Trondheim, Norway - Tuesday, February 19, 2008 4:48 AM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, February 14, 2008 3:20 PM CST

Oh Mel, that is sooooo cool. I love the hot tub idea and pictures. I am glad Jacob is doing so well. It is cool that you are in the class room so often. I get emails from Andrew's teacher and I wonder how much to believe.

I just updated Andrew's page too. Although I wasn't doing as badly as you were- it had been way too long. LOL I am glad you are all well. Love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Friday, January 25, 2008 4:31 PM CST

Congratulations on your new hot tub Jake! I know you will get lots of enjoyment out of it..
Hugs,
Kim & Scotty

MPS II <cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Sunday, January 20, 2008 1:56 PM CST

Wow Jacob -what a lovely wish! so glad you can be at the pool all the time! hugs Laura,Lily and Will xxxx
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Sunday, January 20, 2008 1:52 PM CST

Great report on Jake!!! The hot tub sounds and look fabulous, I'm sure he'll get plenty of enjoyment out of that!! (everyone else too, LOL!) Hope your entire year stays a good one!
Hugs,
Patty and Jesse
PattyT <wordinedge@aol.com>
Balto, MD USA - Saturday, January 19, 2008 2:10 PM CST

Hi Jacob,
It has been great to get to know you better. We hope that you have sooooo much fun in your new hot tub!
The Newman Family <LeCinda1107@aol.com>
Marysville, WA USA - Saturday, January 19, 2008 1:32 PM CST

Stopping by to wish you a very Healthy and Happy New Year!
Fondly,
Donna Kay and Tyler
www.caringbridge.org/visit/tylerlangan
Donna Kay Langan <langandk@hotmail.com>
Hershey, PA USA - Sunday, January 6, 2008 8:18 AM CST

Hugs,
Kim, Tom & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Sunday, December 23, 2007 8:09 PM CST

Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers this holiday season and every day. May you be blessed in the New Year!
Love and Hugs,
Tami Slawson www.caringbridge.com/ca/slawson

Tami <TLSlawson@aol.com>
- Wednesday, December 19, 2007 4:53 PM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, November 22, 2007 9:18 AM CST

Hi guys! Just checking in on all your beautiful babies Melanie.. Hows Jake? The next time im over there, id love to get together and finally meet you and see Jake and the boys.
Hope all is well with you and yours!
Lots of love from me!
Kaylie McAdoo <kayliemcadoo@yahoo.com>
Spokane, Wa - Friday, November 9, 2007 0:51 AM CST

Hi Melanie, Steve, Matt, Jake & Noah

It was so great to meet you all at Camp Prime Time! We had

so much fun and can't wait until next year. Melanie your

boys are beautiful! Have a safe trip back to Duke and

good luck with all the appointments.

Hugs,
Kim & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Friday, August 24, 2007 11:14 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Jacob!!!! 7 How did that happen??!! You are getting to be such a big boy. I hope you had a wonderful day! I hope you have a wonderful, peaceful, healthy year. Love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Friday, August 3, 2007 8:03 PM CDT

Jake, I had a blast at your party last night.

I think you opened more presents than I ever have - including Christmas morning. I'm very fond of the Adidas outfit, one day we'll have to them on and go out on the town matching.

Can't wait to join you camping in a few weeks!
Melissa <soccer_star_010@hotmail.com>
Everett, Wa USA - Monday, July 30, 2007 8:12 PM CDT

Jake, had a great time at your Birthday Party last night. Thank You and I love you.
Granpa Mark <thewellmans1@verizon.net>
- Monday, July 30, 2007 10:22 AM CDT

Hi Jacob & Mel
Hope you all have a wonderful 4th of July!
See you soon
Hugs,
Kim & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, ca - Saturday, June 30, 2007 9:33 AM CDT

Hi Mel,
Just checking in on Jake and the gang! Sounds like you have a very busy summer planned- I love the pics from Disney!! Matt makes a very good pirate! Jack Sparrow would be proud.
I hope all goes well at Duke and that the docs are able to answer your questions about Jake's development. Maybe Dr Escolar will have some good suggestions? I hope so!
Love, Kim Ty and Caroline
Kim Downham <momtoty@yahoo.com>
houston, tx - Friday, June 29, 2007 0:42 AM CDT

Hi Mel & Jacob
I'm so glad you guys had a great time at Disneyland! Maybe this year we'll see you at Camp Primetime?
Hugs,
Kim & Scotty

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, ca - Monday, May 28, 2007 7:16 PM CDT

Dear Jakie,

Grandpa (PaPa) and I (Grandma MiMi) are so very proud of you and excited for the "5th Birthday". It's hard to believe it's been that long. I know you were busy when we called last night but we wanted to congratulate you and tell you how much we love you. The pictures of you and your Mom, Dad and brothers in Disneyland are just great. Brother Matt is quite the pirate isn't he? We'll see you in a little over a week when we get home from Arizona.

Lots of Love,

MiMi and Papa
Cindy and Mark Wellman <thewellmans1@verizon.net>
Everett, WA USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2007 9:28 PM CDT

Happy 5 year post Transplant Jacob! Hugs Laura,Lily and Will xxx
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Tuesday, May 22, 2007 2:37 PM CDT

Hello, there is a hidden message here for you, but you've got to do a little bit of work to find it. Use the coin to "scratch" the surface to reveal your message

Love Viks

If you have 1 minute spare today please send an email to a sick child at www.postpals.co.uk
viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Tuesday, May 22, 2007 10:56 AM CDT

Happy Mother's Day! Thinking of you today and wishing you all the best. May today be filled with much love, joy, peace and happiness.
All my love,
(mom to Kaylee in Heaven & Cassie)
Stacey Krause
- Sunday, May 13, 2007 4:56 AM CDT

Love the pictures! Looks like you guys had a great time. Jacob is so big! They all are. I was looking for the baby and couldn't figure out why you had this other child (not a baby) before I figured out that was Noah. I am glad you got such a nice vacation. Love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, md USA - Tuesday, May 8, 2007 9:37 AM CDT

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, April 8, 2007 8:24 AM CDT

Hello Irish family! Your big holiday is tomorrow!!! I've been reading the website tonight and it's so great to read about everything little Jake is doing. I have his picture on my wall, from when he first came to Duke -- this might sound corny, but it inspires me to keep studying and trying hard in med school. Noah is SO CUTE, by the way. I love those bottom teeth. Anyway, I love reading about you guys. Thanks for keeping us all posted.
Stacy Cowherd <stacy_cowherd@med.unc.edu>
- Friday, March 16, 2007 10:01 PM CDT

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At the same time everyday,
He just appears with silly ears,
When I turn on the light to play.

I tell him the things I do at two
While he munches and crunches the leaves,
That are so very tasty too,
From the tippy tops of the trees.

One night he didn�t look so good,
His eyes were filled with pain.
I asked him, "What is the problem, the food?"
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And my long neck is so sore.
I really do like our talks,
But I can't take much more!
If you do a favor for me,
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CAN YOU MOVE UP TO THE SECOND FLOOR!!!

Love from Post Pals

viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Friday, March 2, 2007 8:13 AM CST

Hey guys!! Good to hear Jake is doing well, I ask my mom a couple times a week about him. I cant wait to go over there in March and see him again, he always makes me smile!! I love the Christmas picture, they are all getting so big!! Take care, and lots of love

Kaylie McAdoo (Teresa Morgans daughter)
Kaylie McAdoo <kayliemcadoo@yahoo.com>
Newport, Wa 99156 - Sunday, February 11, 2007 4:46 PM CST

Happy New Year Irish family!
Sorry to hear about jakes new situation with his legs, I guess it all takes time & Love!! I bet the boys are having a great time being in class together. Just wanted to say " HI" Miss you!
Sherri
Sherri Fritz <fritzwsp@ol.com>
Stanwood, Wa u.s.a. - Tuesday, January 16, 2007 1:57 PM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, December 31, 2006 10:08 AM CST

Merry Christmas love Laura,Lily and Will xxx
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Tuesday, December 26, 2006 11:34 AM CST

Kim & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Sunday, December 24, 2006 2:37 PM CST

Happy Christmas and Happy New Year

Love Tina,Padraic,Amy+Sophie
Tina <tina@melroseroad.co.uk>
London, UK - Sunday, December 24, 2006 1:33 PM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, December 23, 2006 0:46 AM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, November 23, 2006 11:55 AM CST

Hi everyone,
Sorry the leg will have to be re-done, but hope the next time fixes both the out-turn and the hip and he keeps on growing. 2 inches. WOW! Found another tip on helping with the itching. Use stockingette and rubbing alcohol. Feed the stockingette (damp with alcohol thru the chest portion of the cast. Pull from top to bottom, back and forth, around his body. Takes care of itches and dead skin cells. Taylor said "cold, Mom" then later asked me to do it again. Take care,
Jeanne and <jbbbtbbb@cox.net>
Va Beach, Va USA - Monday, November 20, 2006 7:41 AM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, October 31, 2006 3:08 AM CST

Hi Mel & Jake
Thanks for the update! How lucky were you to have Amy & klane! They are great people. We hope you have a Happy Halloween.
Hugs,
Kim & Scotty MPS II

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Monday, October 30, 2006 9:36 PM CST

BOO!

We just wanted to wish you a Happy Halloween and share a joke,

Why was the skeleton afraid to cross the road?

It had no guts!

Love from Everyone at Post Pals
www.postpals.co.uk

Postpals <info@postpals.co.uk>
- Monday, October 30, 2006 12:36 AM CST

Soooo sorry to hear about the accident!!!! I hope Jacob is feeling better and moving better. I haven't checked in on the guestbook for a while but I am always checking in. Nolan says hi.
Love, The Ramsey's
Nancy www.caringbridge.org/co/nolanramsey <samdramsey@comcast.net>
Erie, Co - Wednesday, October 25, 2006 2:55 PM CDT

Oh my gosh , how time flies by! You have to call me so we can catch up Mel! I didn't even know you had a baby!! E-mail me at jnandjo@yahoo.com, I will give you my #! I'm so happy everything is going so well! The boys look so handsome!!
Jen, Joe, Rileigh, and Taylor <caringbridge.com/mn/taylor or jnandjo@yahoo.com>
Prior Lake, MN - Monday, October 16, 2006 9:58 PM CDT

Jake,We just stopped by to say hi and to wish you a Happy Fall Season.

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel & Ariel
The Marrero's <gillinn7@msn.com>
port orchard, wa usa - Friday, October 13, 2006 1:32 AM CDT

Hi

love Laura and Will xxxx
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Thursday, October 12, 2006 3:19 PM CDT

Just wanted you to know that we still check in on you. Hope Jacob continues to heal...and gets stronger everyday. Praying for "easier" days ahead and grace to handle everything that comes your way. You are a wonderful mother and it shows in everything you do.
Sending lots of love and prayers,
Stacey Krause (mom to Kaylee)
- Wednesday, October 11, 2006 1:05 PM CDT

Hey Mel,
How is my little buddy's leg doing??? I havn't heard an update lately. Is he still in the cast? how is he getting along?
I have been thinking about Jake and all of you. I pray that Jake's leg is healing and that he will soon be back to his old self (minus the climbing!!)
Love,
Kim, Ty and Caroline
Kim Downham <momtoty@yahoo.com>
Houston, TX - Tuesday, October 10, 2006 11:49 PM CDT

I just wanted to pop in and say hello!

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy (MPS-III) BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Monday, October 9, 2006 9:28 AM CDT

Still checkin' in...So sorry to hear about the climbing accident. Hope Jake is healing quickly. What a trooper he is! Sounds exciting that the boys will get to share the school year. They sure grow up fast don't they. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us all...I really enjoy the updates. Take care~Love the Vesterby family.
Carol Vesterby <cvest4695@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, September 19, 2006 1:39 PM CDT

Jacob, Jacob, Jacob, what where you thinking??? You poor thing. I am so sorry you got hurt. I love the shaggy picture of you in Leavenworth. I have been there-lots of Polka music! Matt you are a good boy to give up your birthday for the ER visit. I know mom and dad made it up to you. Noah, what a beautiful baby!!! I hope the rest of the fall goes more smoothly. Love to you all!! Anne
Anne Himes <www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh arhimes@msn.com>
Boonsboro, md USA - Sunday, September 17, 2006 3:10 PM CDT

So sorry to hear what happened to Jake. Poor little guy. It looks like he's a trooper though and certainly determined that it won't stop him, that's great. Very glad to hear you had a wonderful summer camping and going to this wonderful camp to meet with old friends and I'm sure you make new ones all the time too. Noah sure is a beautiful little boy and Matt is now getting to be a big boy. I do continue to check from time to time and it was wonderful to see this update (minus Jake's incident). God Bless your beautiful family.
France Albert <france.albert@gdcanada.com>
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Sunday, September 17, 2006 2:00 PM CDT

Hello, Just a short message to say

Love Viks

v <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Sunday, September 17, 2006 11:03 AM CDT

Hi Irish family, what a beautiful new son you have. I'm sorry to hear that Jake is in a cast again, but he's a trooper he'll bounce back in no time. I check in from time to time to see how your doing, sounds like the camp was great! Take care, Sincerely
Sherri Fritz
Stanwood , Wa usa - Thursday, September 14, 2006 9:44 PM CDT

Hey, Melaine I check periodically and was glad to see the update about your little family. I am glad to hear you are doing well. I can't believe your boys are 5 and 6 years old. I hope the fall goes well for all of you and Jacob does okay.
Love, Cathy May
Cathy May
- Monday, September 11, 2006 8:15 PM CDT

Ohhhh, poor Jakie! But, how wonderful that our Dr. Klane had just arrived to take care of him! He couldn't be in better hands! I love all the new pics. The boys are getting so big, including sweet baby Noah. Thanks for updating, I do check in every now and then. Here's to a speedy and complete healing for Jake!
Lisa Post <ltjpost@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, September 9, 2006 3:54 PM CDT

Hi Jacob,
You need to give Taylor some tips on getting around in the cast. He goes on Oct 13 for hip surgery and will wear a cast just like yours for 6 weeks. Don't forget, school is just a few weeks away. Maybe you'll even get a homebound teacher. Hope your leg gets better fast.

Jeanne and "Taylor" Blair <jbbbtbbb@cox.net>
Va Beach, Va USA - Thursday, September 7, 2006 2:39 PM CDT

ahh I can see he does not like that bottom photo! the other ones are so adorable! I hope it mends soon Jake Love Laura and Willxxxx
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Wednesday, September 6, 2006 12:58 AM CDT

Thanks for checking out our website for Kallie. We appreciate all the support. We will keep your family in our thoughts & prayers. We will check in to see updates on your website.
Janine
Janine McGuire <janinemcguire@cox.net>
- Saturday, July 22, 2006 9:00 PM CDT

Hi Mel & Jake

Sounds like Jake is doing great! I'm really happy for you all.
Hugs,
Kim & Scotty (MPS II)

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, ca - Saturday, July 15, 2006 2:29 AM CDT

Hello Irish family, congratulations on your new son! I love the picture of Jake at t-ball, it brings back memories of playing in the gym with him. Jake is really progressing. I would stop in on Thursday's after the student store to say "Hi" to him in Miss Theresa's room, it was nice to see him and get my Jake fill for the day. I'm glad to hear that everything is going good with Jake. Hope your enjoying your summer!!
Thinking of you often, take care xxoo.
Sherri Fritz
Sherri Fritz <fritzwsp@aol.com>
Stanwood, Wa. USA - Tuesday, July 11, 2006 10:31 AM CDT

JUST DROPPING IN TO SAY HI!!

GLAD THINGS ARE GOING WELL AND I LOVE THE PICTURES!!

LOVE,
TOSHA AND SYDNEY VANHOOK
TOSHA VANHOOK <HURLERMOM101@HOTMAIL.COM>
- Saturday, July 8, 2006 10:15 AM CDT

Glade to hear things are going well for Jake and your family. Sorry I'm so late in reading this update, my life has simply been very busy. Jake, Matt and of course Noah are getting so big. I'm very happy to hear how well Jake is doing. God Bless you all and keep an eye on your family.
France Albert <france.albert@gdcanada.com>
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Sunday, July 2, 2006 11:19 PM CDT

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, July 1, 2006 5:38 PM CDT

Hi again! I just had to share with you, I think it was the Thursday before school got out, when the kids were meeting their new teachers, and Ms. Honey had to go chase a kiddo down, and asked me to watch Jake, he grabbed my hand and smiled, and I really just felt so warm inside. That sounds so sappy, but really he touches my heart every time I see him. We played on the playground for about a half hour, mostly on the slide, he actually wanted to sit on my lap/between my legs a couple times! :)
After a while he said, well I am pretty sure this is what he said " You're silly". He is such a good kid, really. Just wanted to say hi to everyone and say thanks, to Jacob for always caring. Lots of Love.
Kaylie Morgan <kaylie_morgan86@yahoo.com>
Newport, Wa Pend Orielle - Saturday, June 24, 2006 0:04 AM CDT

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, June 17, 2006 6:17 PM CDT

It is so heart warming to hear that Jake is doing well. You continue to be in our thoughts.
Best wishes to all.
Herb and Lani <Herblee1@msn.com>
- Tuesday, June 6, 2006 9:07 PM CDT

So glad to hear all is going so well for Jacob. Congratulations on 4 years post-transplant! We hope you all enjoy a fabulous Summer, and that the boys are able to smell the Summer breezes, bask in some Sun, and have as much "normalcy" as possible. With warm wishes and good thoughts always,
Claudina <claubonetti@aol.com>
New York, NY - Thursday, June 1, 2006 8:22 PM CDT

Hi, My names Kaylie Morgan, my mom Teresa works with Jacob. I am so blessed to have gotten to know, even just a little, this amazing child. He smiles at me, like he knows me and it almost brings me to tears everytime. Im sure you hear it alot, but I really do, i just love that boy. His high fives bring me out of the worst mood.

I talk to my mom on the phone almost every day, and I always ask "how was jacob today".. sometimes i even get a hi out of him. thats the best.

Just wanted to let you know, hes (and youre whole family) are always in my thoughs and prayers.

Kaylie Morgan <kaylie_morgan86@yahoo.com>
Newport, WA USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 1:14 AM CDT

YEAH!!!! JAKE!! Keep up the good work buddy! Your growing up so fast! Holy Buckets before we know it you will be driving!! Please know you are alway in our thoughts and prayers even if I don't sign the guestbook very often!
Love and Hugs
Tami ( www.caringbridge.com/ca/slawson) <Tlslawson@aol.com>
La Verne, CA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 7:42 AM CDT

Hi Mel & Jacob
Sounds like you had a great trip! That's awesome that all the test results were so positive! Scotty has seen Dr. Greene & Dr. Escolar also and we loved them both.
Hope you're enjoying your Memorial weekend.
Hugs,
Kim & Scotty (MPS II)

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Sunday, May 28, 2006 2:58 AM CDT

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Friday, May 26, 2006 8:24 PM CDT

Congratulations, Jake! I can't believe it is four years! Glad to hear that enzyme and donor % is still great! Best wishes for a great summer with your three boys,Mel!
Lisa Post <ltjpost@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, May 25, 2006 6:01 PM CDT

Hi Mel-
Even though I talk to you so much I still check the website! I love it when you update the pics. Jake is adorable playing t-ball. It's hard to believe it's been 4 years. Jake has grown by leaps and bounds- what a tough little guy. Give him a big hug and kiss for us!
Love, Auntie Ne and Uncle Chris
Rene Irish <rene_irish@yahoo.com>
Everett, WA USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 9:54 PM CDT

I keep this url on my list so I can keep checking on your family, Melanie. I pray for your continued health and blessings as you journey through with your challenges and hopes for a great life for your family. God Bless always!!
Sue Laurenti
Mukilteo, WA USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 12:27 AM CDT

I am glad everything went to so well Mel. I am tired just reading about it. I love your honesty. We are so proud of our boys but we wish it had never had to be so hard. I am sorry you both got sick and I am glad you are feeling better. Yea, on the No MEDS!!! One day... Love, Anne
Anne Himes <www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh arhimes@msn.com>
Boonsboro, Md USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 7:24 AM CDT

Way to go Jacob!!! That's awesome!

Our website
Sjon (dad to Kariem, MPS II)
The Netherlands - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 2:10 AM CDT

Way to go Jacob, that is wonderful!!!

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Monday, May 22, 2006 5:34 PM CDT

Hey Jacob, I have a poem for you

Hickory, dockory, hic,
the day your clock gets sick,
and says, "Tock Tick,"
but not "Tick Tock,"
call the Hickory Dickory Doc

Love Viks

viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Monday, May 22, 2006 6:35 AM CDT

Happy Mother's Day!! Hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!! Hope all of Jacob's appointments went well.
much love, Stacey & Kaylee Krause
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kayleekrause
stacey krause <kayleespromise@msn.com>
- Sunday, May 14, 2006 12:18 AM CDT

Hugs,
Kim & Scotty (MPS II)

<cottons@earthlink.net>
Modesto, CA - Sunday, May 14, 2006 1:38 AM CDT

Happy Mother's Day Mel!
Love,
Jennifer & Allison
Jennifer Restemayer <jennmarie@bis.midco.net>
Bismarck, ND USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 9:46 PM CDT

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter, & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, May 13, 2006 11:36 AM CDT

Hugs and prayers,
Patty and Jesse MPS IIIA

Lysosomal Storage Diseases Support Forum
Patty Taormino <wordinedge@aol.com>
Balto, MD USA - Saturday, May 13, 2006 11:14 AM CDT

HOpe all went/goes well at Duke and Jakes fracture heals well and quickly HUgs Laura (Mum to Will MPS2)
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Sunday, May 7, 2006 1:32 PM CDT

Hope you a safe and wonderful trip to N.C. and all goes well! Enjoy your stay!!

Hugs and prayers!
Patty and Jesse

Jesse's Ride to Wipe Out MPS!
Patty Taomrino <wordinedge@aol.com>
Balto, MD USA - Friday, April 28, 2006 3:31 PM CDT

Just wanted to stop by and say hi. I hope Jacob is doing well.

Our website
Sjon (dad to Kariem, MPS II)
The Netherlands - Friday, April 28, 2006 3:04 AM CDT

Hey y'all! Thanks so much for all of your encouragement as we have been going through the BMT process in MN. We look to your family more than you might realize and we take encouragement by how well Jacob has been doing. I know more challenges wait for all of us up ahead, but it's been very nice (and a true blessing) to have your family as a source of encouragement and inspiration through it all. Thank you so much for engaging with us!
Eric Schmidt (Gil's Daddy) <eschmidt@sitetechsystems.com>
Georgetown, SC USA - Monday, April 17, 2006 10:49 AM CDT

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter & ^^Angel^^ Tommy - BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, April 15, 2006 3:02 PM CDT

Happy Easter!!

ANDREW'S WORLD
Paulina and Andrew Jump MPS III B <caljump@msn.com >
SPARTA, KY USA - Saturday, April 15, 2006 9:08 AM CDT

Happy Easter

Congratulations on your new addition, the photos are wonderful.

Love Tina,Padraic,Amy+Sophie
Tina <tina@melroseroad.co.uk>
London, UK - Friday, April 14, 2006 1:31 PM CDT

Melanie, congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby boy! My son, Gil, and I are almost ready to head home from the U of Minnesota after a successful transplant!
Laura Schmidt <gsd718@hotmail.com>
Georgetown, SC - Tuesday, April 4, 2006 11:13 PM CDT

CONGRATULATIONS to the entire family. So glad to hear everything is well. Noah is so adorable and in the last picture in the album really does look like Matt. Good luck traveling to Duke's with Jake and Noah, I'm sure you will do great. God Bless all of you.
France Albert <france.albert@gdcanada.com>
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, March 28, 2006 9:33 PM CST

Hi to all our little guys, Jake, Matt, Noah (and Christian too) from Arizona. We'll see you next week. Enjoying the 80 degree weather and our friends, Jim and Jan.

Love ya,
Gramma Cindy and Grandpa Mark
Cindy and Mark Wellman <thewellmans1@verizon.net>
Everett, WA USA - Thursday, March 23, 2006 3:01 PM CST

HI EVERYONE,I CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR HOW THE NEW BABY IS DOING.HOPE YOU ALL ARE DOING OK.LOVE TOSHA AND SYDNEY.
WWW.CARINGBRIDGE.ORG/VISIT/SYDNEYVANHOOK
TOSHA VANHOOK <SFROBERTS@HOTMAIL.COM>
- Wednesday, March 22, 2006 11:20 PM CST

Congratulations on your newest addition, baby Noah! I'm so happy for you.

Can't wait for an update on baby Noah, and of course some pictures of the 3 brothers.

God Bless the whole family.
France Albert <france.albert@gdcanada.com>
Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Friday, March 17, 2006 9:29 PM CST

PRAYER BEARS WEBSITE

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter & ^^Angel^^ Tommy - BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, March 16, 2006 9:43 AM CST

Congratulations on the birth of your new baby! Hope all is going well!
Lisa Post <LMPOST@cox.net>
- Tuesday, March 7, 2006 7:10 AM CST

Hello to the new and expanded Irish Family! Congratulations on the birth of your youngest son! Noah you kept everyone waiting, but I'm certain you are worth every last minute of the wait! I want to know how Mom and baby are doing, Melanie, as I am sure everyone else does. Take care of your new little blessing and yourself, and let us know the details when you are "up to it". Lots of love to you and all of your boys!
Teresa
Teresa Morgan <mrstmorgan@msn.com>
Marysville, WA USA - Saturday, March 4, 2006 1:27 AM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, March 2, 2006 8:57 PM CST

Hi

This is the first time we have visited. Our daughter Hannah had a cord blood transplant on August 2005. She is now 2 and has just had her 6 month restrictions lifted. Her website is www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannahcooper

Bedst wishes

Mark and Nic Cooper
mark cooper
Henlow, UK - Monday, February 27, 2006 1:31 PM CST

Just stopping in to say HI! The pictures of the boys are great! They are such cuties!!! I'm glad to hear everything is going good for you! Can't wait to hear all about baby Noah when he's born!! Congratulations!!and good luck!
Jennifer Deskins <tylersmommy11304@yahoo.com>
- Sunday, February 26, 2006 1:14 PM CST

Waiting here in Maryland! Love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, Md USA - Sunday, February 26, 2006 11:06 AM CST

Alicia, Ciara, Hunter, & Angel Tommy Bennett Children's Journal <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Saturday, February 25, 2006 2:08 AM CST

Any sign of Noah?!
Stacy <stacy_cowherd@med.unc.edu>
- Thursday, February 23, 2006 7:27 PM CST

HI, WE WERE DROPPING IN TO SAY HI.THE KIDS ARE SO CUTE!!
LOVE TOSHA AND SYDNEY
WWW.CARINGBRIDGE.ORG/VISIT/SYDNEYVANHOOK
LATOSHA VANHOOK <SFROBERTS@HOTMAIL.COM>
BLOOMINGTON, ILL USA - Monday, February 20, 2006 1:00 PM CST

Your big day should be any day now right?!! I am so excited for you.
We are preparing for a not so nice reason for a hospital stay. I don't know how you stand it. I am a wreck. Everyday I wonder if he will come down with something or if something will happen.
Along with that, my heart is giving me fits and I think it is a race to see if Andrew or I end up in the hospital first. Great.
Well, we can't wait to hear your good news. Lots of Love, Anne
Anne Himes <arhimes@msn.com www.caringbridge.org/page/andrewh>
Boonsboro, Md USA - Thursday, February 16, 2006 8:03 AM CST

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Sunday, February 12, 2006 1:10 PM CST

Just a little mote to say hello and that we were thinking of you. Glad to hear things are going well with Jake. He is such an encouragement to us. (not to mention such a cutie, both boys are!) We check in on you often. Hope you are doing well with "baby" on the way!!!! We are so happy for you and we pray you will have an easy delivery!
Sending lots of love and prayers your way,
Stacey, Scott, Cassie & Kaylee Krause www.caringbridge.org/visit/kayleekrause
Stacey Krause www.caringbridge.org/visit/kayleekrause <kayleespromise@msn.com>
Wildomar, CA - Tuesday, February 7, 2006 8:22 AM CST

Hi Mel!
Just letting you know I am thinking of you and am looking forward to the good news of a new baby! God Bless!
Lisa Post <LMPOST@cox.net>
- Monday, February 6, 2006 8:43 PM CST

Just wanted to checkin on you all and make sure all was OK and to wish you the best for the next few exciting weeks-Kisses and Hugs Laura (mum to Will MPS2)
Laura Brodie <labro4will@yahoo.co.uk>
Birmingham, England - Sunday, February 5, 2006 2:07 PM CST

Hello, just thought i would pop by your page to have a nosey at how you are doing, im glady baby christian was able to come home

Love Viks from www.caringbridge.org/visit/cliff and

viks <viks@postpals.co.uk>
- Friday, February 3, 2006 11:02 AM CST

Just popping in to say hello!!!

Alicia, John, Ciara, Hunter & ^^Angel^^ Tommy BENNETT CHILDREN'S JOURNAL <mps3mom@hotmail.com>
- Thursday, January 26, 2006 1:38 AM CST

Oh my gosh, what an exciting time for your family with new babies! I'm so gland Jake's doing well in school -- sorry he got chicken pox though. That potty training had to be a hard thing, too, if you think about it -- to go from just not caring about when you go, to always having to think about it AND get to a bathroom in time (not to mention get in position, etc). Just seems like something I'm glad I've already gotten through in life. But anyways...

You've got those boys in the lap of luxury, Steve and Mel -- double beds and chairs that hang from the celings?! I had to sleep in bed with my brother until high school. Ha. Sounds awesome, though. 4 weeks until a new brother. Do the guys understand what's going to happen? I guess they'll figure it out soon enough. Matt does look like a big boy, and Jake's adorable in the picture at Church, as always.

Med school is still pretty tough -- I'm still not in the hospital, but learning in the classroom. My dad thinks I should be a pediatrician, because he thinks I react most "passionately" to kids when I'm just hanging out. I'd never thought about it that way before, but maybe it's true -- course, I don't have to decide what I want to be today, but it's fun to think about sometimes. Speaking of doctors, I heard mention of Dr. Fitch in the last journal post. I know everything's hectic in a good way right now, but if you're gonna come to NC let me know!
Stacy Cowherd <stacy_cowherd@med.unc.edu>
- Saturday, January 21, 2006 12:36 AM CST

Hi Jakie, Matt, Mel and Steve,

It's Grammy Cindy (MeeMee) checking in and writing you a note. It's been a long time since I've written to you in your journal. Jake, you have made so many wonderful strides and accomplished so much over the past year. Grampy Mark and I are so proud of you. We're very hopeful that all will be fine with your spine and are anxious for your Mommy and Daddy to hear back from Dr. Fitch. Matt, you are getting so tall, and gaining weight, and such a vocabulary. What a big boy you are--and boy do you love to get on the scale and see how much you weigh--unlike your Grammy! We're so happy that Mommy's pregnancy is going so well and are anxious for the arrival of our next little grandson, Noah Charles. I know that you will all have so much fun together and with Christian Shay Van Denburgh, your new little cousin. He's a precious little baby and doing so well since leaving the hospital on Sunday.

(Stacy, I love your posting about Mar and the Chinese dinner--yes, she remembers you!! We'd all love to see you again).

We love you all so very much!
(Grandma) Cindy and (Grandpa) Mark Wellman <thewellmans1@verizon.net>
Everett, WA USA - Thursday, January 19, 2006 12:17 AM CST

Hi, Jacob,
I really like your website. The pictures are great. You and Matt look happy about Christmas. You are getting to be such a big boy. I also like the picture of your new little cousin, Christian. I am his great-grandma. You boys will all have fun together. Love, Helen Van Denburgh
Helen Van Denburgh <dhvanden@my180.net>
Walla Walla , WA USA - Thursday, January 19, 2006 1:48 AM CST

Hi! Jake is in my Developmental Kindergarten class at Lakewood Elementary. We are proud to have him with us four days a week. He is progressing well this year in all areas. Bravo!
Honey Niemann <hniemann@lwsd.wednet.edu>
Arlington, WA USA - Tuesday, January 17, 2006 6:15 PM CST

Happy New Year, may 2006 be a good year.
Love Tina,Padraic,Amy+Sophie
Tina <tina@melroseroad.co.uk>
London, UK - Sunday, January 1, 2006 6:14 AM CST

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