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"This little blessing called Jack is amazing. His pictures are heart warming. The sparkle in his eyes, the joy that radiates from his face. It is easy to see that he knows how much he is loved. He may be young, but I see that he lives a very big life. I am sure your road has been an up hill, winding and rocky path. I am sure that he has walked beside you wide eyed with wonder and securely gripping you with his little hand. The journey you are on is a very important one. He is like a little pioneer, a warrior against the disease inside. May God Bless you as you go boldly into battle and know that he has purpose. For without little warriors like Jack, there would be no cure. He is fighting a brave battle. He fights for you and me. He has and continues to touch many people. Even people like me who have never met him. I look forward to meeting him on the other side. Thank you for Jack. God knows what he is doing."
~ CL Kimm - 04.07.2008
"Dearest Jack,
I think that you must be the most loved little boy in the whole world. So many people love you – in fact there are people praying for you all around the world.
I am a friend of your Aunt Sallee and Uncle Gregg, and cousins’ Renee and Garrett. They have told me all about you and just how wonderful you are. Your Aunt Sallee has told me how kind and loving you are, too.
I have shared your story with my own family, and some of them live as far away as Turkey and China. They are all sad that you have been so sick and have had to go through such a tough time.
Jack, I want you to let all of this love surround you and hold you, just like a comforting soft blanket. I know that sometimes you hurt, so this blanket of love will be very gentle. You are a precious boy. Thank you for teaching so many of us about love and how to be very brave and strong.
I send my own love also to Craig, Megan and Robynn and to Grandma and Grandpa Sundberg and Megan’s family.
God bless you all. With love and much sadness."
~ Dawne Sarchet - 04.06.2008
"We are saying our prayers for all of you!"
~ PJ & Tommy Donovan and mom & dad - 04.06.2008
"Craig and Megan Sundberg,
My name is Kristen Trott. My aunt, Connie Kerr Vogt from South Hills, gave me your website today after a visit. During dinner together a few weeks ago, my aunt shared your son's story with my family. My mother recalled seeing Jack during a previous visit to South Hills. She immediately remembered your son's smile as he said his goodbyes after a day of school. It wasn't a surprise when my aunt said that Jack's smile left an imprint in everyone's minds.
Even though I have never had the opportunity to meet your son, my thoughts and prayers go out to him and your family. As a sister myself, your daughter will receive special prayers as my baby brother is only 15 months younger than me (I read that Robynn and Jack are only 19 months apart). I can relate to the bond they share as siblings and the love they share as best friends.
As a recent graduate of Penn State University, I had the opportunity to be apart of the Penn State Dance Marathon, commonly known as THON. If you have never heard of this fundraiser, let me explain. THON is a 46 hour marathon that takes place one weekend in February at Penn State. Dancers are on their feet and awake during the whole 46 hours. It raises money for curing and treating pediatric cancer. It is the largest student fundraiser in the world. During the 2008 event, "Hope Finds A Way," Penn State students raised over 6.6 million dollars for the kids. All money raised goes into the Four Diamonds Fund at the Hershey Children's Medical Hospital.
I invite you to check the official THON website at THON.ORG and even think about becoming a Four Diamonds Family. I don't know the details about getting involved, but I know once involved, all of Jack's medical expenses will be paid for by the money raised through THON. You will also get paired up with an organization from Penn State. This organization will give you extra support such as sending carepackages and "thinking of you" cards. It will also open up a network of other Four Diamonds families. And of course, it will give you the opportunity to be involved in the THON event which includes fun and games throughout the whole weekend. Something the whole family will enjoy.
I urge you to please email me back, especially if you have any questions about THON or about the Four Diamonds Fund. Here is a short 2:32 minute video giving you an idea about the event. Please check it out. http://youtube.com/watch?v=Np6elB0U3SU
~ Kristen Trott - 04.01.2008
"SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR YOUR LASTEST NEWS. ALL I CAN SAY IS" DON'T EVER GIVE UP" YOUR IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS."
~ KATHIE - 04.01.2008
"Jack, Robynn, Megan & Craig, Someone said to me last week that it is a shame that everyone’s prayers have not helped. I corrected them and explained that they have. Obviously your experience has touched many people, offering some hope, others joy and all of us grace! Life is nothing more than a matter of moments weaved together to create life here on earth. No matter how large the weaving, the moments will last forever. You are all part of a larger tapestry and have woven threads through so many people’s lives. I will continue to keep all of you and those whose lives you have touched in my prayers and thank God for allowing your experience to make a difference in my life."
~ Gretchen Tome - 04.01.2008
"Please know that I am praying for Jack and your family. I pray that God will carry all of you in this difficult time and provide a small amount of comfort. So many Cursillistas are praying and care. I am just so sorry that God’s answer wasn’t healing and will continue to pray for a miracle. God bless you."
~ Kathy Thornton - 04.01.2008
"Hi, I just came across your website because I was looking for information on glio tumors because my best friend has one. I am so sorry about Jack. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know I am a stranger and I've never reached out like this before but your story touched me. God bless you."
~ Colleen Paris - 03.31.2008
"Hi Robynn and Jack! I love seeing you guys in Wkids and I can't wait until you come to visit again :) Thank you for brightening my day each time I see you. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
~ Danielle Niedzielski (Wkids staff) - 03.31.2008
"Craig and Megan, I've attempted to write a number of times now but nothing seems adequate. I had a friend who went through something similar (her 12-year-old son had non-hodgkins lymphona) a few years ago and my heart broke a million times in the months that ensued. I think that's why I feel so much for what your family is going through. The one thing I learned is how much God's hope was and is evident through the worst of circumstances. I pray that you'll cling to that hope now. Craig, please tell your mom and dad how much I think of them and how much it hurts me to know they are going through this. When I think of your family, I just remember a lot of smiling. To think the contrary is just too sad. Peace to you, yours and especially little Jack."
~ Linda King - 03.31.2008
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