Sunday, August 12, 2007
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Hi to all our family and friends. A special thank you to Erin and Travis for creating this website to keep you all better informed. We truly appreciate every one's concern for Pat and our family, sometimes it is just so difficult to talk personally to each and every one of you. The great news is we have a 6 out of 6 match for Pat's transplant....thank you Maribeth. Our goal right now is to get Pat's leukemia into remission so he can go into the transplant as healthy as possible. He will be starting a new round of medication this week and our hopes are this will get it done so we can get the transplant process started. He has started to feel a little stronger and even asked for McDonald's fries and a coke today. The strength and courage Pat has shown make me so proud of the husband, father, brother and son that he is. Our home is not the same without him here right now, but we know we will get through this. Our children have amazed us, their ability to stay so positive has been the source of my strength. I know without the support of Pat's family, my family and all our friends I would have a hard time putting one foot in front of the other, for that I am eternally grateful. Please continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers, they mean the world to us. Remission is our goal!!! Until next time....good health to you and all those you hold dear. Love, Julie
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Thank you Travis and Erin for setting up this for Pat and Julie. I know everyone will love having updates on Pat's progress. All we need now is REMISSION!!! Stay strong Julie, you and the kid's are AMAZING. We are always here for you!! Lot's of Love, Dave and Sandy
I also want to say thank you for setting up this site. There are so many of us that are anxious to hear of all Pat's progress.
We love you Smith's and think of you every day.
Love, Jill, Al, Nick, Steve, James,Alex, and Tony
Thank you so much Erin and Travis for creating this website. We are here for you Julie, Brady, Brock and Chloe...please let us know if you need ANYTHING! Let's keep the McDonalds flowing for Patibeth!!! Love you....Mike,Maribeth,Zac,Blake and Luke...Cooper too...
Get better soon, we all miss you so much at work. Hurry please, there are so many more nixon watches to buy! =)
hey uncle pat, we all miss you. Everyone cant wait until you get out so we can have a huge party. Also, you need to come by and see my new apartment. I hope you get well soon and stay strong.
HIYA PAT MY GIRLS ASK EVERYNIGHT ABOUT YOU AND WE KNOW YOU ARE AS STRONG AS CAN BE . WE PRAY EVERY DAY AND I EVEN TATOOED A CROSS ON MY WEDDING FINGER SO THAT WHEN I LOOK DOWN I SEE YOU
Hi Pat&Julie,be strong!I am amazed when Bob tells me how possitive you are,attitude is everything!We are praying for you and your family.
Bill & Susan Hoyem
Hi Pat,
Sandy has been keeping me updated on you. Erin and Travis you did a great job. Just wanted you to know that we are praying for you and your family.
Lord,
We pray that Pat would continue to get stronger. We are Thankful that Maribeth is a match. We pray that the bone marrow transplant is successful and for Maribeth's health before, during and after. Lord we pray that you would continue to surround Pat with family and friends. We pray for the Dr's wisdom and compassion.
Amen.
Pat and Julie,
Sandy has been keeping us updated, and as you know, we can really relate to what you both are going through. It isn't an easy or pleasant journey, but the outcome is worth it!
Let us know if we can help.
Peter and Nancy Scott
It is so great to have this website. Thank you, Erin & Travis. Our family is very large and this will be such a help in spreading the word on Pat's recovery. Pat, I think you know what you mean to us and this family, but I didn't know just how strong you are. You amaze me! Get well quickly! Julie and kids, we're so proud of you all and know that we're here for you day or night.
Love, Mom & Dad
Hey there Pat!
I am so encouraged by everyone's comments about your bravery, courage and positive attitude. That is half the battle isn't it?
Bob and I pray for you, your family and your doctors every day. I'm sure you know though that the most important prayer for God to hear is YOURS. I hope through this storm you are spending time bending God's ear, seeking His voice and that your heart is overflowing with how very much He cares for and loves you.
Keep on keeping on my friend and know you are not fighting this battle alone. Aside from all of your family and friends, The Great Physician is by your side!
"For nothing will be impossible with God." Luke 1:37
Love ya!
The Martel's
HEY PAT!!!!! HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON.
DAVE CLAYTON
LOVE AND MISS YOU PAT! YOU ARE ALWAYS ON THE TOP OF DOW FAMILY PRAYER LIST. LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU HEALTHY AND HALE! LOVE AND BEST WISHES, MASON
Hi Uncle Pat,
Cool website, I like it! Did my mom tell you I am playing lacrosse? I am in camp this week at JSerra. I really like it but it is so hard. Have you ever played? See you when you get home. Love, Zac
Hey Patibeth,
What's up! I miss my earthquake warning .... nobody has been shaking my cubical walls and me go flying out of my chair yelling EARTHQUAKE!!! You get me everytime with that. Anyways, I really miss you. Robert is a pain in the ass to work with (JUST JOKING ROBERT). See you soon...Love, Maribeth :)
Pat, we are so happy to see that you are getting stronger. You keep fighting the fight and you believe that everything is going to be fine. There is power in prayer and in keeping the faith. Look at how awsome it is that your very own sister is the perfect match! We pray for you, your family, the doctors and every one around you to stay strong and to know what to do and to say. We miss your adorable face around Tustin Lexus and we can't wait to see you healthy and strong again. Best wishes, Sheri & Joe Hurst (Tustin Lexus)
Hey Pat,
We are soooo happy to hear that you are eating and feeling better. Your family has amazed me on how strong they are. You could no have asked for a better one. Gavin and Nolan love the movie you let them borrow. They call it the "uncle pat movie". You are in our thoughts everyday so keep getting stronger. We miss you!!!
Robert, Kim, Gavin & Nolan
Pat & Julie
You don't know me, but I have been a friend of your parents for over 50 years. Your Mom & I were very close friends and like to think that we still are. Anyway, I just want to let you know that I pray for all of during this ordeal that Pat is goint through. From what I have read from family & friends you are a strong person and with God's help you ARE going to get stronger each & every day.
May God bless you and all your entire family.
Much love ..............Mary Hall
Pat, Julie, Brady, Brock and Chloe,
We are thinking of all of you during this trying time and praying for you. As soon as Pat is healthy we have Charger tickets with his name on them. Take care and please call if you need anything.
Love, John, Bonnie, Ash, Nolan & Nicole
Pat! I wish I lived closer so I could come give you all my "HUGS" in person!!!! I think about you everyday, and I know what you and your whole family are feeling, the most important thing to do every day when you wake up is to tell yourself that this too shall pass~~When my son was going through his illness I encouraged him to tell his tumor that he was going to kick its ass!!!! At first he was reluctant to talk out loud to himself, but as the days went by he would just about scream it!! Hold on tight, stay strong, and keep smiling~~ You should be very proud to have a great wife and children and of course you know that your brother & sisters are amazing...Love to all of you,
Karin....your favorite Rhode Island Cousin!!!!! xoxoxo
Dear Pat and Julie,
This blog is a great idea - way to go Erin and Travis! I'm so happy to have gotten to know you better over the past year or so. You are both strong and remarkable people with a bright future ahead. You are both constantly in my thoughts and if knowing that someone cares helps the healing process, then you should be feeling better already! Get well soon!
Great Big {{HUGS}}!! Jo Ann
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