entry 501
name: Brian
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Dear Leah and Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Praying for a miracle, God Bless
date: 1:05 pm - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 500
name: LeAnn Mooneyham
email: angel4God352000@yahoo.com
url: http://www.caringbridge.org/ga/annettelee
message:
HI James Family, I am praying for Leah and all of the family!!!! Yes she does need her friends!!!!! I have seen what the steroids do and in my eyes and heart they are the most beautiful people in the world!!!!! God Bless!!! Prayers and Hugs, LeAnn
date: 9:49 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 499
name: Dave Moore
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Hi Leah and Family -- We are glad that you had a good time in Chicago -- one of our favorite cities as well. Leah, you are a beautiful girl (really more like Disney princess.) We think pray for you and your family everyday. Love, Dave, Katy, Jake, Tori, and Nick
date: 9:38 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 498
name: Maria Liistro
email: sammyjo2@bigpond.com.au
url: http://www.caringbridge.org/ok/sammyjoe
message:
I am thinking of you and praying for you alot , please know we are storming heaven with our prayers maria Liistro and Sammy-Joe
date: 9:05 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 497
name: Me
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message:
A little girl went to her bedroom and pulled a glass jelly jar from its hiding place in the closet. She poured the change out on the floor and counted it carefully. Three times, even. The total had to be exactly perfect. No chance here for mistakes. Carefully placing the coins back in the jar and twisting on the cap, she slipped out the back door and made her way 6 blocks to Rexall's Drug Store with the big red Indian Chief sign above the door. She waited patiently for the pharmacist to give her some attention but he was too busy at this moment. Tess twisted her feet to make a scuffing noise. Nothing. She cleared her throat with the most disgusting sound she could muster. No good. Finally she took a quarter from her jar and banged iton the glass counter. That did it! "And what do you want?" the pharmacist asked in an annoyed tone of voice. I'm talking to my brother from Chicago whom I haven't seen in ages," he said without waiting for a reply to his question "Well, I want to talk to you about my brother," Tess answered back in the same annoyed tone. "He's really, really sick.. and I want to buy a miracle." I beg your pardon?" said the pharmacist. " His name is Andrew and he has something bad growing inside his head and my Daddy says only a miracle can save him now So how much does a miracle cost?" "We don't sell miracles here, little girl. I'm sorry but I can't help you," the pharmacist said, softening a little. "Listen, I have the money to pay for it. If it isn't enough, I will get the rest. Just tell me how much it costs." The pharmacist's brother was a well dressed man. He stooped down and asked the little girl, "What kind of a miracle does your brother need?" I don't know," Tess replied with her eyes welling up. I just know he's really sick and Mommy says he needs an operation. But my Daddy can't pay for it, so I want to use my money." How much do you have?" asked the man from Chicago. "One dollar and eleven cents," Tess answered barely audibly. "And it's all the money I have, but I can get some more if I need to." "Well, what a coincidence," smiled the man. "A dollar and eleven cents---the exact price of a miracle for little brothers. " He took her money in one hand and with the other hand he grasped her mitten and said "Take me to where you live. I want to see your brother and meet your parents. Let's see if I have the miracle you need." That well dressed man was Dr. Carlton Armstrong, a surgeon, specializing in neuro-surgery. The operation was completed free of charge and it wasn't long until Andrew was home again and doing well. Mom and Dad were happily talking about the chain of events that had led them to this place. That surgery," her Mom whispered. "was a real miracle. I wonder how much it would have cost?" Tess smiled. She knew exactly how much a miracle cost...one dollar and eleven cents .... plus the faith of a little child.. In our lives, we never know how many miracles we will need.. A miracle is not the suspension of natural law, but the operation of a higher law.. I know you'll keep the ball moving! Here it goes. Throw it back to someone who means something to you! A ball is a circle, no beginning, no end. It keeps us together like our Circle of Friends. But the treasure inside for you to see is the treasure of friendship you've granted to me. Today I pass the friendship ball to you. MY OATH TO YOU... When you are sad.....I will dry your tears. When you are scared.....I will comfort your fears. When you are worried.....I will give you hope. When you are confused.....I will help you cope. And when you are lost....And can't see the light. I shall be your beacon.....Shining ever so bright. This is my oath.....I pledge till the end. Why you may ask?.....Because you're my friend. > Signed: GOD
date: 8:33 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 496
name: Trina
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Karen, I am glad that you made more memories in chicago. I thought it was great that you wrote about Ryan. I have been following his journel for a while now. I think that he is the lucky one because in heaven there is no pain and violence like there is here on earth. You see before his parents took care of him and now he will be watching over and taking care of his parents. I think of Leah and you every minute it seems like. The other day Noah and I and the kids were camping and I was watching them play and I told Noah that all I could think of was Leah and all of you. I felt selfish in my enjoyment although I know you would not want me to feel that way. What great support you have from the caringbridge families, all of you must care for each other and you will all survive this over time. We miss you all very much. Love, The Slatinskys
date: 6:38 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 495
name: Rob Schleigh
email: rob@ourmelody.net
url: www.ourmelody.net
message:
Your update tonight brought tears to my eyes. My Mel used to say that her heart was happy all the time and then sing a little song that she made up. ARGGGG... steriods a nescessary evil. How I hate them. Tell Leah its not what is outside that counts its whats on the inside. Tell her I said she is beautiful. You are all in our hearts and prayers. May God be with you always. Never give up on hope. Angel Melody's Daddy Rob
date: 2:10 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 494
name: Katey Redmond
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You are right this has to stop!Honestly I don't know why childhood cancer in general gets as much attention as breast cancer does. Praying for you every step of the way!Leah is an amazing girl!Hang in there!
date: 0:21 am - Tuesday,July 12, 2005

entry 493
name: Nadine
email: Spitter24@aol.com
url: www.caringbridge.org/ny/troy
message:
Karen, Glad to hear your trip to Chicago was informative and that they actually HAVE conferences on brain tumors. Of course, I know they do, but not enough is done to make a difference. Unfortunately, a celeb's child has to get one to raise any real awareness. I believe going to school and letting Leah give her teachers a HUG is a super idea! Please give Leah a hug from me. Wishing you peace, Nadine (Troy's mommy forever)
date: 9:55 pm - Monday,July 11, 2005

entry 492
name: Allie
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Always praying for little Leah. She is an amazing young girl whose strength and faith are far beyond her 5 years. May God bless you all.
date: 9:51 pm - Monday,July 11, 2005