Drop Alexis a quick comment
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posted by UncleJeff @ 7/04/2006 12:11:00 PM
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
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75 Comments:
At 7/07/2006 8:43 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
Your grandfather, Rich, is my friend and co-worker.
My youngest daughter, Brittany, is 15 years old. She also loves volleyball. It's her life. She's a leukemia survivor. She's one of the strongest people I know. I've always attributed that to the fact that she survived such a terrible ordeal.
It's great to see your smiling face in the photos on the website. With the help of God, you will fight your way through this and afterward you'll be unstoppable. You'll know there's nothing you can't accomplish.
God bless you Alexis. You'll never know how many of us there are out here praying for you, but it's a lot!
Mary
At 7/07/2006 9:17 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
I am best friends with your great aunt Lorraine. She just sent me this web page and I thought I would let you know that you will be in our continued thoughts and most of all prayers. God does hear and answer prayers and I know that for a fact. I have had 3 times around with cancer and am still fighting. God does answer prayers.
My daughter who is now 32 was a soccer champ and got a scholarship to Northern Colorado Univ.
Many hugs and prayers from your friends in Arizona.
Judy and John Wagner
At 7/07/2006 9:36 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
This is your Great Aunt Lorraine, sending you hugs, kisses, and prayers.
You've been in my thoughts and prayers daily since grandma told me the news. (You might be hearing from a few of my friends too.)
Keep smilin' sweetheart - all WILL be WELL and you'll be back to volleyball in no time.
Love your blue jammies.
Much Love,
Great Aunt Lorraine
At 7/07/2006 10:30 AM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Alexis -
You've been in my prayers since your grandpa Rich left the office last week and headed to Texas to be near you. You'll remain in my daily prayers until you completed these treatments and are once again moving forward with all the wonders of teenage life. As a cancer survivor having gone through a year's worth of chemo and radiation, I am a firm believer in the power of prayer. Prayer works! Prayer, a positive attitude and a stubborn determination to lick this challenge that you currently face will make a huge difference in your outcome. And as Mary said, after this there will be nothing you can’t accomplish! Really!
As I gaze at that smile of yours, I realize that you have your grandfather’s smile. Okay, I didn’t mean to say that you actually LOOK like him … that might be a little bit depressing! (ha-ha!) But you have his smile, and I can only assume that you have also inherited his sense of humor. Having a good sense of humor and keeping that smile on your face and in your heart will help you through the days ahead too – it just seems to lighten the load.
God bless you Alexis! You have no idea how many people are cheering for your recovery!
Lorie
At 7/07/2006 10:51 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
I am a Loyola friend of your great aunt Lorraine. She has helped me through so many personal problems with her friendship and prayers, and so I am happy to include you in the list of people that I pray for every day.
I have a daughter who is 24 and a son who is 23. My children are two of the best things in my life, and while we have never gone through what you are facing, we have faced other challenges together and become even stronger because of the struggles. My son has Attention Deficit Disorder and a mathlearning disability similar to dyslexia. Although his grade school and high school years were difficult ones academically, he recently graduated from Loyola with honors! His college success was all the sweeter because he overcame obstacles no one thought he could, and he accomplished them through the combined family efforts of prayer, hard work, and his own stubborness and determination to prove to everyone that he COULD succeed.
All this is to say that it seems that you have a great and supportive team of doctors and nurses, family and friends (even those you have never and probably WILL never meet), and all of this, combined with faith in God and your own determination to overcome your illness, can make miracles happen. Let them all support you in any way they can, be open to God's ability to act in your life and be prepared to see how He will bless you.
With many prayers for your recovery,
Jackie Ciombor
Woodridge, IL
At 7/07/2006 12:50 PM,
Anonymous said…
Alexis, I am so glad you finally gave your Dad the right web-site address! He has had me on a wild goose chase all week. HA! I am going to pass on to the Jaguar Families so you will be hearing from them too. You can not imagine how much Courtney has missed hanging out with you at baseball this year! We are all thinking about you and keeping you in our prayers. See you soon.
Jana Burchfield
At 7/07/2006 1:37 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis,
You don't know me but my daughter Emmalee Toland is one of Courtney Burchfields best friends and Emmalee says she knows you. We just wanted you to know we are thinking about you and your family and keeping you all in our prayers!!! Emmalee is a volleyball lover too! She plays Tejas volleyball with Courtney. We know you will be back on the court soon!
Take care and get better soon!
Allison Watson
At 7/07/2006 6:05 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis, I am so happy to see you are smiling and you have so much support from friends and family. I work with Rich at Freightliner and we are such a close bunch of people, that when one of us is hurting we all feel it. So many prayers have been said for you and we will continue to keep you in our prayers. Please keep that smile on your face and we will all keep praying for your swift and complete recovery!!!
Jeanie Nixon(payroll lady)
At 7/07/2006 6:12 PM,
Anonymous said…
Alexis,
A BIG Woo Hooo!! get better soon from Charlottesville. We are rooting for you big time Lex. We missed your smile and positive vibes this spring. If our travels bring us back to Texas we will definitely come see you.
Stay strong! You are in our thoughts and prayers every day.
JT, Morgan, Kellie, Roxanne and Coach Rich
At 7/07/2006 10:29 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
Your grandfather, Rich, is a good friend of mine and we work in the industry.
I have twin boys, Nick & John and they are 10 years old. We are all praying for you and for your strength to see your way through this.
God is watching over you.
Ed, John & Nick Crawford
At 7/07/2006 11:52 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Lex,
I haven't known you that long, but from what I've seen you're going to kick the cancer's butt. You're awesome, and you're already a role model for so many people. Keep that smile on, because it's a pretty one. I'm sure it's safe to say that there are thousands of people praying for you, and you can most definitely tack me onto that list. I'll be seeing you!
God Bless,
Ryan
At 7/08/2006 9:15 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hello Alexis
You dont know me, but the Hakalmazian family has always been a very dear family to me. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Keep smiling and stay strong !!! Katy Warner (Clark)
At 7/08/2006 12:41 PM,
Anonymous said…
HI Alexis,
My name is T, and I am your Aunt Cindy's good friend. I wish I knew what to say to help. But I think of you everyday. Hang in there, you are strong enough to beat this.
What a beautiful smile you have...
T....
At 7/08/2006 10:46 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we know you will be a survivor. Stay strong.
Love, Dottie & Mike Gellert
At 7/10/2006 2:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Alexis,
Your grandfather Rich is a good friend to me. Rich talks about how beautiful, and talented his granddaughter is all the time.
I just wanted to drop you a few lines and tell you that we are all praying for you. Keep your head up, and keep fighting for all of us!
We all want to see you up and around soon, I know you'll kick this leukemia's butt! STAY STRONG!!!
Scott
At 7/10/2006 2:47 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis. I have to say you have a very pretty name but of course I say this with prejudice as I also have a niece named Alexis.
I am a close friend of your Aunt Lorraine and believe me, as long as you have her in your corner everything will be all right.
Almost two years ago I was diagnosed with Lymphoma with a very rare classification. I hesitated going through treatments, but your Aunt being herself, she pushed me to have them. And I have been in remission for a little over a year now after 8 months of treatment So you see, there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Just hang in there and keep being the lovely young lady your Aunt has told me you are and soon you will be back to doing all the stuff you love.
Bless you and your family.
Jean
At 7/10/2006 10:04 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis...
Sorry for not writing sooner, but I did want to let you know that Tom and I have been praying for you non-stop since we heard the news. We love you so much, and understand what you are going through.
When Tom was diagnosed, we thought the world was coming to an end, but as I'm sure you have heard he is actually doing better than ever! We know that you also will be better than ever because your faith is great and you are so loved. The following is a prayer that I have said daily for years, and I hope that you will be as comforted by it as I have.
Do not look forward to the changes and chances of this life in fear; rather look to them with full hope that as they arise God whose you are will deliver you out of them. He has kept you to this moment--do you but hold fast of his dear hand and he will lead you safely through all things and when you cannot stand he will bear you in his arms. Frances de Sales
Love to you, Danny, Julie and Brock, you are in our prayers!
Tom and Barbara O'Brien
At 7/10/2006 10:43 PM,
Anonymous said…
hey alexis
my name is thomas armstrong and im a friend of sydney's from baton rouge. You can fight through it though its not going to be easy but then again no great accomplishmentare. ill pray for you every day
At 7/10/2006 11:00 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis,
This is Kat, one of Sydney's friends from Baton Rouge. I just wanted to let you know that we are all praying for you down here.
Stay strong and keep smiling :)
--kat
At 7/10/2006 11:03 PM,
Anonymous said…
hi,
You may not know me, but im one of sydney's friends from baton rouge. She told me about wat has happened to you and im sorry that it has happened to someone so young. God has a plan for us all, and im sure you'll pull through this ok. I'll add u to my prayers.
Nick Greene
At 7/11/2006 10:03 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Lex! Sorry we have not been to see you yet, but plan to come by this week. We have been out of town since we heard about your illness.
We definately mised you this year at baseball games. You are such a bright and bubbly personality. All of us are in your fan club. (Plus we love the chocolate cookies.)
I have been reading the comments from all of your friends and loved ones. You have so many people praying for you - including us. I know that is the thing that will get you through this. You are so incredibly strong and confident - I think one of your friend's said it best when she said God knew you could get through this. In Joshua 1, the Lord promises that he will never leave us or forsake us. He is the healer. I pray for you to rest in that promise and have peace in it.
We will see you soon.
Tracy, Marc, Sam and JonJon
At 7/11/2006 2:51 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hallo Alexis,
your godmother (a very good friend of mine) called me yesterday and shared your story.
I also know your grandparents and your grandfather refers to me as "Colonel Klink". You may want to ask him about it.
I cannot comprehend or even imagine that such a young person just barely entering life and adulthood has to experience such a tragedy. I am convinced that with your strong will and determination that you will be able to overcome this.
I will stay and keep informed about your progress and whatever you do "Don't ever give up".
My prayers are with you!
From a friend in California
At 7/12/2006 8:40 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis!!! Hows it hanging? I love the pictures on your site!!! Im so excited, me and my mom and maybe isaac are gona come and see you today!!! I love you so much and I know that you are so strong just like Rambo and you can do anything!!! Love Chelsey!!!
At 7/12/2006 9:25 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hello Alexis,
This is Laura, Chelsey's Mom. She wants to come and see you today. Wednesday the 12th. If you feel up to it.
Love you,
Laura
At 7/12/2006 10:50 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey there Alexis! Just a quick note to say hello and also that we're looking forward to you being part of the TAV team next year. See you soon. john sample
At 7/12/2006 3:12 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis, I work with your Uncle Jeff (aren't you glad he's moved to Texas!). He is such a great person and I know he and all your family and friends, and their families and friends, and so on and so on, are praying for you daily. God is great! He answers prayers every minute of every day, so we'll all continue to pray for you to have the strength and spirit you need to achieve a complete recovery. Please let Uncle Jeff know if there is anything we can do for you. God bless you! Eve
At 7/12/2006 7:39 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
Your grandpa works in the industry with my husband and although we don't get to see each other much, when we do he is always so proud of you and in fact his entire family. I know you are a strong and positive girl, I can see it in your smile. I also know you will make it through this and go on to do all the wonderful things you have planned. I will keep you in my prayers and ask others to do the same. You keep positive and have faith, God loves you. I send you love and strength to you and your family.
Cheri Meringolo
At 7/13/2006 1:56 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
You have fans in Portland, Oregon.
We are praying for you. We love your Uncle Jeff and Aunt Kristin. They have kept our family informed about your situation so that we will pray. We are praying specifically that Jesus heal you. We have heard how special and amazing you are! I am so sorry too for the pain you are walking through.
The Semlick's in Portland, Oregon
At 7/13/2006 1:33 PM,
Anonymous said…
alexis
i love you so much and i miss you babygiirl ... stay in there, your very strong and you always pull through, so i deffinitly know you will again. Im keeping you in my prayers and i know so is everyone else babe.
<3
Be Strong. I know youll get through this.
At 7/13/2006 3:45 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis, just wanted to let you know that you aresuch a speical person. We will be praying for you every day as well as our church family. I know tht there are a bunch of people in Lancaster, Ca praying for you also. Stay strong and keep smiling as God will lay his hand you. Ephesians 3: 20,21 says a lot. He who is able to do immeasurable more than all we ask or imagine. We love you. Shelbys Nana and Papa
At 7/13/2006 10:20 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hello Alexis,
You don't know me but I have known your Grandfather Rich for 25 years. Within the last year my family experienced what all of you are going through now. Fight hard and keep smiling. Bless you. Paul
At 7/13/2006 10:23 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey there Alexis,
They say God doesn't give us anything we cann't handle.Try to keep this in mind when things get tough. You are in me and my families thoughts and prayers.
Keep smiling,
Dan Pacella
At 7/14/2006 7:32 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis,
Its Buff Mama. I just want you to know that I am thinking of you in my prayers. You are the most cheerful person in the world and I know that you will get through this. I Love You So Much and can't wait till you are back stronger than ever. God will be with you and see that you over come this obstacle. God Bless!
Nicole
P.S.- I really miss you because you always were one who could cheer me up with your smile.
At 7/14/2006 5:17 PM,
Anonymous said…
~Hey Lex its me!!! Chels!!! I wrote in our composition book!!! Hey gues what??? Me and my mom are gona come and see ya tomorrow!!! I cant wait to see you!!! I miss you so much!!! wooooooohooooooooooo!!! Im so so so so so excited!!! well I gues ill talk to ya tomorrow!!! I love you Bunches!!!~
*Love Chels*
At 7/14/2006 9:43 PM,
Anonymous said…
hey gurl...its shelly... i heard bout what happen gurl and imma pray 4 u gurl dont even trip u gon make it threw u have all of this support...and ppl r thinking about u gurl dont worry u r missed we were all just talking about u the other day at open gym and gurl u kno i dont get all soft and stuff but i really do miss u and yo elvis glasses..imma come out there and c u soon....love you....shellyshante
At 7/15/2006 4:09 AM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Alexis, 7/15/06
Wow you sure have grown since the last time I saw you!!
This is just a note to let you know that I am thinking about you, and haven't thought of much else since your 2nd cousin, Pat, told me of your diagnosis!!
I may not understand what you (and your Mom and Dad) are going through but.... I want you to know I understand a little...
And I care a Lot!!! I'm praying for you, Alexis...for you to GET WELL!! (Cindy knows what she is talking about when she says you are a part of a very strong family!! and I know ' cause my last name was once Hakalmazian!!)
And when I pray...things happen!
Hang in there! And use this extra time you have on your hands to go for the extra HUGS and KISSES from your Dad and Mom! And any one else for that matter, if HE'S CUTE OF COURSE!)
God Bless You and your
Dad and Mom,
all my love, your Great
Auntie
Kathy Renee Hakalmazian Stybr Province Gastler (period !) XOXOXO
At 7/15/2006 7:15 AM,
Anonymous said…
Here are some Maxine- isms...share them with your girlfriends! (and Razzle Dazzle your Grandfather)
I'm ready to listen ... are you ready to think?
I hear you've changed at last...what did you do with the diaper?
Don't let your mind wander...it's too small to be left out on its own!
Everyone seem normal..until you get to know them!
Did you eat an extra bowl of stupid this morning?
I don't know what your problem is but I bet it is hard to pronounce!
I'm busy now can I ignore you some other time!
Life is to short to dance with an ugly man!!
Never go to bed angry stay up and plot your revenge!
Shhhh...is the sound of nobody caring what you think!
If you have something to say raise your hand and place
it over your mouth!
Before you came along we were hungry...now we're fed up!
You're not yourself today...I noticed the improvment already!!
I hope you enjoy them and they give you a giggle or 2!
Love, Auntie Kath
kathygastler@aol.com
At 7/15/2006 9:31 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis...it's Coach Rudiger. I'm in Minnesota visiting some friends and was thinking of you! So...did you cut your hair? I'm curious to know if you have a good head or one like your dad's. Ha! Ha! The weather up here is just like at home...should reach 100 degrees today. Hope you're continuing to eat. How were the chicken nuggets on Wednesday? Look forward to seeing you when I get home! Coach R
At 7/15/2006 3:26 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
You may remember meeting us at the Burchfields or at ballgames last summer. We are Jana Burchfield's parents. We certainly remember an outstanding young lady and were so sorry to hear that you dealing with leukemia. From all we've heard, you are continuing to be the wonderful role model that you have always been for kids like Courtney and Ryan. Your smile says so much about your approach to this difficult situation.
Your positive attitude and the prayers of many people around the country will be keys to winning this battle. Steve and I, as well as others in Derby, Kansas are remembering you and your family in our prayers every day.
God bless you all.
Ruby and Steve Griffiths
At 7/15/2006 4:04 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis!
I just wanted to know that I am thinking about you every day and I know that you will get better soon! I enjoyed talking to you the other day and will try to come see you again this week! Your in my thoughts and prayers!
Love
Taylor Poole
At 7/16/2006 1:21 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi ALEXIS,
i don't know u but i already prayed for u & im gonna pray more for u ... & i also want to tell u that u hv such a beautiful smile ... remember one thing struggle is the meaning of life we all struggle one way or the other & the best person iz that one who keeps fighting w their part of struggle but never give up ...u know what ??? u r inspiration for lots of pple pls keep smilin ..
At 7/16/2006 2:39 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
We just want to let you know that we continue to pray for you daily. You have alot of friends that love you alot. You also have alot of "friends" from the west coast to the east coast praying for you and your family. We love you and we'll see you soon.
Mike & Deb McIver
At 7/17/2006 12:36 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis! I'm Laura, I go to Cornerstone Baptist with your dad's co-worker Ray Powers. He told us about you in our youth prayer meeting and I have been praying for you everyday since! I will continue to pray for you and I know God will get you through! God Bless You!
~Lauar Long, 16
At 7/17/2006 8:30 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
This is Taylor.(from Arizona) I just wanted to drop by to tell you we are thinking about you and we are sure that you are going to over come this challenge god has given you. you are in my prayers.
-taylor<3
At 7/18/2006 8:13 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis!!
I just found out. I really hope you get better soon. You're such a good volleyball player and a great friend. I was in Montana for a while because my cousin got shot. I'll try and visit you in the hospital. I love you girl. Feel better soon.
At 7/19/2006 2:49 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis, you porobably don't remember me, you were a little girl the last time I seen you. I have been a friend of your Dad's for a few years. I would just like you to know that your in my prayers and my family's prayers, as well as our entire Chief's mess at VR 59 NAS JRB Fort Worth. We wish you only the best and positive you will have a speedy recovery and will soon be back enjoying the things you like to do. God Bless.
Terry Humphrey CMDCM VR59
At 7/20/2006 7:28 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hello Alexis!
My name is Cassie, and I play for the USA Volleyball Team. I just want you to know that we are all thinking of you here and praying for you.
Keep your faith strong and eyes on your dreams....I just know you are going to pull through this.
Always,
Cassie Busse
At 7/20/2006 8:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis--
I don't know you, but have been told your story and heard you like volleyball. I am a member of the USA Women's National Team, and just wanted to tell you that I'm praying for you. You are an inspiration, and I'll continue to pray that God will bless you as you go through this, but also that He'll use you through it all. Best wishes for a complete recovery!
Nancy Metcalf
At 7/20/2006 10:47 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
My name is Elisabeth, Wiz, Bachman and I am on the USA Women's Volleyball team. I heard your story through one of my teammates and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep fighting the good fight and remember to keep smiling!
Sincerly,
Wiz Bachman
At 7/20/2006 10:57 PM,
Anonymous said…
Alexis,
My name is Jennifer Joines and I play for the USA Womens Volleyball team. Your story was sent to me today by a teammate and I couldn't wait to post a comment! You are such an ADORABLE girl Alexis!! I bet you are counting down the days until you can pick up a volleyball again and I want you to know that we are all rooting for you. We have a really big tournament coming up where we will be playing teams from all around the world. We are going to have to fight really hard every single day and stay positive through the ups and downs. I know that our team will remember your story (especially on the road in competition) and will use it as inspiration!
If you are ever in Colorado please please please stop by our gym. We have open practices and would love to see your smiling face.
Good luck in your recovery and remember to be patient and positive. We are all praying for you sweetheart!!!!!!
Jennifer Joines #9 USA Volleyball
At 7/21/2006 11:57 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis
My name is Darnell and I've had the fortunate pleasure of working with your Dad. It seems that you've inherited his sense of humor and up beat attitude. Just wanted you to know that you’re in our (my family) prayers as well as our hearts. Keep that competitive spirit, wit, and that beautiful smile. We're all on your team.
Keep it real with God, then, as Ray Charles would say,” Let it do what it do"
At 7/21/2006 3:11 PM,
Anonymous said…
i love you love you love you frackle face and if i have to ill come and beat that leukimia up if it keeps givin you trouble lol cuase i mean who wouldnt be afraid of theses guns.. i know beats me too lol
MUCHO LOVE JENNA
At 7/22/2006 11:01 AM,
Anonymous said…
You know , Alexis, I was just thinkin..I guess Haklamonster isn't a whole lot better than, Lil' Hack, Hakalmayonaise, Hakalmaniac, and the ever loved Hacky!?!
love and prayers,
Your Great?Aunt Kath
At 7/22/2006 2:45 PM,
Anonymous said…
Oh Alexis, what happy news that you're on your way to remission! Stay strong and keep up the great progress.
And to Jeff, thanks for this wonderful website -- isn't it a wonderful communication tool that's been brought to us, and lucky for the rest of us there are people like you who know how to make the best use of it.
Love to all, Linda Stamer
At 7/26/2006 9:07 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis,
I haven't been able to get into my computer to send any jokes the last couple of days, but I still check on you and see how you are doing EVERY DAY! Glad to hear you are eating the breakfast, lunch and dinner of champions, taco and burgers! I bet your Dad might even agree with me. Keep on chowing down, babe, it's your (serious now) ticket to strength and getting outta there! I would be willing to bet that in the top ten things you can do to truly help yourself to fight, fight, fight is chowing down (everything and anything, a few vitamins probably wouldn't hurt!) and laughing! If I'm lyin I'm dyin! (that's it laugh it up there , kiddo! I would too if I had to read some of the stuff I have written you!)
love and prayers,
great(?)auntie kath
At 7/26/2006 3:17 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis,
My name is Therese Crawford and I'm currently a member of the USA National Women's Volleyball Team. I heard about your story from a friend Erin Aldrich who is from Dallas, Texas. Right now we are in Colorado Springs training really hard for an upcoming tournament and I have to thank you for reminding me to appreciate the little things. We as a team are fighting to be the best in the world and it's easy to forget to thank God for everyday for blessing me with the health and ability to go after my dreams. Thank you for being an example of strength and determination. This afternoon's practice will be alot easier because of you! Thank you for being my inspiration!
God Bless
Therese Crawford
#10 USA Volleyball
At 7/28/2006 6:07 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis! My name is Jessica, I work with Rich, here at Freightliner, and have also known him since I was a child. As a 16 year old girl myself, I can't imagine what you're going through, but you seem to still be doing it with a smile. We have all seen Rich suffer through this situation, and I'm sure its painful for you and the rest of the family but everyone here at FSWAZ gives you their support, including me. I don't know how you pull it off but you do. I hope all goes well.
Jess
At 7/30/2006 7:34 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Alexis. My name is Karli Cox, I played Tejas the same year that you did. Only we were on different teams. I'm not sure if you remember me all that much. Kevin Anderson informed me about you, and I found this link and I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers and I hope that all will go well.
-Karli
At 7/31/2006 1:25 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
A good friend of mine, Bill Cunningham, works with your grandfather Rich. Bill sent your info to some of us at church so we could pray for you! I just checked out your blog though, and you look like you've got tons of friends and family surrounding you - awesome!
I came across a funny little story about a woman going through chemo treatments and thought you might enjoy it. I've pasted it below.
Just wanted to say Hi and let you know that people you don't even know are praying for you. Hang in there - you will get through this!
Helen A.
TODAY'S ATTITUDE
There once was a woman who woke up one morning and looked in the mirror to find only three hairs left on her head. "Well," she said "I think I'll braid my hair today." So she did, and had a wonderful day!
The next day she woke up and looked in the mirror and saw she only had two hairs. "Hmmm" she said, "I think I'll part my hair down the middle." So she did, and had a great day!
The next day she looked in the mirror and noticed she had only one hair left on her head. "Well," she said "Today I'm going to wear my hair in a pony tail." So she did, and had a fun fun day.
The next day she woke up, looked in the mirror, and noticed there wasn't a single hair on her head. "Yeah!" she exclaimed, "I don't have to fix my hair today!"
At 7/31/2006 2:23 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey, Alexis
your great(?) aunt Kath, here, just checkin in to see how you are doing?
You know, you seem to be going in the opposite direction of Michael Jackson (thank God!) with that new nose of yours! He tried to make his invisible, and you are making yours very much larger, with a "very- red- glow- in- the- dark !" color. Well I guess it beats body piercing!
And considering the Hakalmazian "Credo" is of course; "why be normal?!?" when you can be like us....I guess your new nose is you being "OUR KIND OF NORMAL". And now it all seems so right and logical! ( sorry about that "Grandfather Hakalmazian Twin" thingy! I get carried away sometimes!)
Laugh, Eat, Feel Better, 'cause Jesus Loves You, and so do we!
great(?)aunt kath
At 7/31/2006 3:58 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
I work with you grandfather, I just want you to know you are in my thoughts & prayers everyday.Remember God is with you holding your hand he will help you through this. God Bless you.
Lyn
At 8/01/2006 1:03 PM,
Anonymous said…
Lexis!
WOW!! That is really cool how you got to meet the volleyball player!
Just dropping in to leave you a comment. I hope you are feeling really good, me and Shelbs are planning on coming to give you a visit!
Love you,
Brooklynn
At 8/02/2006 5:43 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey, Alexis, here is a little humor for ya!
ONE-LINERS part 1:
Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm
Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines
I'm not cheap, but I am on special this week
I drive way too fast to worry about cholesterol
I intend to live forever - so far, so good
If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends?
If you ain't makin' waves, you ain't kickin' hard enough!
Mental backup in progress - Do Not Disturb!
Support bacteria - they're the only culture some people have.
When everything's coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.
Ambition is a poor excuse for not having enough sense to be lazy.
Love and Prayers,
great(?)aunt kath
At 8/04/2006 8:23 PM,
Anonymous said…
haha lex... i like it ur fro and the cop glasses it all goes good together hope ur doin good... love u lots ::hazel::
At 8/05/2006 3:20 AM,
Anonymous said…
Anonymous said...
AMEN!! AND PRAISE THE LORD!
So you're out on PAROLE,huh? Ya better watch your p's and q's (whatever that means??!?) so you don't up back in the JOINT before ya gotta! Ya hear, sister?! well it all sounds positively divine! especially the part about your own bed and really cute HOME HEALTH NURSE!
I'm going to give ya some HUMOR for home cause' you know how PARENTS can be?!?!!
(it's realy hard to believe that my Nephew (what's his name?) has a beautiful 15!! year old (oh my God!) daughter! of his very own..I just find that kind of amazing! (AND A GOOD LOOKIN SON TO BOOT!)
Boy, your Dad must really be getting old! (still kinda huggable and cute, I bet!)
ANYWAY....(US OLD FOLKS CAN GET TO RAMBLING! ON AND ON!)
JOKES FOR ALEXIS (1):
Did you hear that the governor's mansion in Alabama burned down? Pert' near took out the whole trailer park.
The library was a total loss, too. Both books--poof!--up--in--smoke!!
Chaos, panic, and disorder -- my work here is done - Bill Clinton
Do you believe in love at first sight or should I drive by again?
Life is full of uncertainties...or I could be wrong about that?
HEALTH,PRAYERS, HAPPINESS, AND WONDERFUL SLEEP IN YOUR OWN BED!
LOVE, GREAT(?)AUNT KATH
PS: KEEP READING OUR POSTINGS!
At 8/06/2006 4:03 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi, Toots! what's shakin? Besidea the "Home Nurses' tail?
Here is a little "humor" for you when you wake up or even if you can't sleep!
JOKES FOR ALEXIS
Definitions that have a completely different meaning to the "OLDER" sibling in a family...
FEEDBACK: the inevitable result when a baby doesn't appreciate the strained carrots.
FULL NAME: what you're called when you're parents are mad at you
GRANDPARENTS: people who think THEIR Grand Kids are wonderful even though they're sure they're kids are not raising them right.
HEARSAY: what toddlers do when anyone mutters a dirty word.
INDEPENDENT: how Parents want you to be as long as you do everything they say.
LOOK OUT!: what it's too late for your younger sibling to do by the time you scream it.
PUDDLE: a small body of water that your little brother always seems to find when you are watching him!
SHOW OFF: a child who thinks he or she is more talented than your brother or sister.
STOREROOM: the distance required between the supermarket aisles so that the "Little Brats"in shopping carts can't quite reach anything.
TEMPER TANTRUMS: what you sibling gets away with !! But not you!
THUNDERSTORM: a chance to see how many siblings can fit into YOUR bed. Oh bother!
TOP BUNK: where you should never put a little Brother wearing Superman jammies.
Love, thoughts, and prayers,
great(?) auntie kath
At 8/07/2006 10:43 AM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Great Niece Hakalmonster,
I am sorry that my "posting" dated 8/5 did not reach you when I wrote it on the day you got to go home for awhile. It probably would have made more sense then.
I was just checking in to see how you were doing. I want to tell you something . That picture of you with that "SPECIAL NOSE" and your expression with your hands turned up and all...well..it just makes me want to "hug you so tight" ? It is that adorable! I think it should be used for a poster to be given to other children with leukemia. It just makes such a terrific statement!! of " OH WELL, WHAT CAN YOU DO ? ! ?" anyway I just love it ! ! As "THEY" say, you are an inspiration to us all! And I mean that with "love and admiration" in my heart !
I hope you have enjoyed some of the crazy humor I have sent you ! And, I'm sorry if some of them were too long!
Well, here's GREAT AUNT Kath HAKALMANIC-Gastler with just a little more humor for ya,
Some Helpful Tips:
1. When you feel terrific, notify your face.
2. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt, but it's the only way to live life completely.
3. Never drive while holding a cup of hot coffee between your knees.
4. Never miss an opportunity to have someone rub your back.
5. Never pick up anything off the floor of a cab.
6. Don't judge people by their relatives.
7. In disagreements, fight fairly, No name calling.
8. Remember everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves something, and has lost something.
9. Talk slow but think quick
LOVE AND PRAYERS, Great (?) Aunt Kath
At 8/10/2006 12:16 PM,
Anonymous said…
To My Greatest Great Niece Ms. Alexis Hakalmonster! I hope you are FEELING WELL today. Just remember we, Jesus, Your Family and all of us,love you if you are feeling like POOP! OR somewhere in the middle , and even when you are feeling terrific. I guess that would be loving you , long wide and continous! Anyway, you know what "they" say...blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah! So keeping that in mind.....Here is some pretty cool HUMOR:
I really do love this country, but...
1. Only in America... can a pizza get to your house faster than an ambulance.
2. Only in America... are there handicap parking places in front of a skating rink.
3. Only in America... do drugstores make the sick walk all the way to the back of the store to get their prescriptions while healthy people can buy cigarettes at the front.
4. Only in America... do people order double cheese burgers, large fries, and a diet coke.
5. Only in America... do banks leave both doors open and then chain the pens to the counters.
6. Only in America... do we leave cars worth thousands of dollars in the driveway and put our useless junk in the garage.
7. Only in America... do we use answering machines to screen calls and then have call waiting so we won't miss a call from someone we didn't want to talk to in the first place.
8. Only in America... do we buy hot dogs in packages of ten and buns in packages of eight.
9. Only in America... do we use the word 'politics' to describe the process so well: 'Poli' in Latin meaning 'many' and 'tics' meaning 'bloodsucking creatures'.
10. Only in America... do they have drive-up ATM machines with Braille.
LOVE AND PRAYERS,
GREAT AUNT KATH (HAKALMANIAC) GASTLER
At 8/10/2006 11:36 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Alexis,
We just heard the news of your illness tonight. We are SO grateful to hear that the treatments are working. While we know you have to put yourself in your doctor's hands, put your faith in God's hands. He has Great plans for you, Alexis. You are a strong girl and although we haven't seen you for a long time, we know that you will rise above this thing and win. We came across this link tonight, we hope you find it inspiring.
http://www.andiesisle.com/He-Will-Be.html
All Our Love and Prayers,
Great Uncle Bill and Kathy Lyons
(from Chicago)
At 8/11/2006 10:58 PM,
Anonymous said…
Yo! Greatest Great-Niece Hakalmonster.
I almost forgot to post you some jokes for today! So , now, CHANGE-O-PRESTO: one-liners continued:
If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked something.
When I'm not in my right mind, my left mind gets pretty crowded.
.
Boycott shampoo! Demand the REAL poo!
If you choke a smurf, what color does it turn?
Who is General Failure and why is he reading my hard disk?
Energizer Bunny arrested, charged with battery.
I poured Spot remover on my dog. Now he's gone.
.
I couldn't repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder.
Shin: a device for finding furniture in the dark.
How do you tell when you run out of invisible ink?
Laughing stock: cattle with a sense of humor.
lOTS OF LOVE, Your Great(?) Aunt
Kath
At 8/13/2006 11:52 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey! Greatest Great-Niece Hakalmonster!
I hope this "post" finds you still at home(or not)and feeling pretty good!
Well, it's "Joke Time at the Alexis Blog (?) (Web) site"!
Politically incorrect ways to say someone is stupid:
Everyone's entitled to be stupid but you are abusing the privilage! --
The light's on, the door's open, but no one's home --
>She's one sandwich short of a picnic --
A few clowns short of a circus.
A few fries short of a happy meal.
As smart as bait.
Receiver is off the hook.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
~~A day without sunshine is like uh ...night!
Love and Prayers, Your Great-Aunt
Hakalmaniac (gastler)
At 8/14/2006 8:23 PM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Ms. Alexis Hakalmonster,
I believe that I have some DEFINITIONS that you might be interested in. Please check out the following:
ADULT:
A person who has stopped growing at both ends and is now growing in the middle.
BEAUTY PARLOR:
A place where women curl up and dye..
CANNIBAL:
Someone who is fed up with people.
CHICKENS:
The only animals you eat before they are born
and after they are dead.
COMMITTEE:
A body that keeps minutes and wastes hours.
DUST:
Mud with the juice squeezed out.
EGOTIST:
Someone who is usually me-deep in conversation.
HANDKERCHIEF:
Cold Storage.
INFLATION:
Cutting money in half without damaging the paper.
MOSQUITO:
An insect that makes you like flies better.
RAISIN:
Grape with a sunburn.
SECRET:
Something you tell to one person at a time.
SKELETON:
A bunch of bones with the person scraped off.
TOOTHACHE:
The pain that drives you to extraction.
TOMORROW:
One of the greatest labor saving devices of today.
YAWN:
An honest opinion openly expressed.
WRINKLES:
Something other people have.
You have character lines.
~~~~~Hope you like them! ~~~~~~~~~
Love and Prayers,
Your Great-Aunt Hakalmaniac (gastler)
At 8/20/2006 11:34 AM,
Anonymous said…
Dearest Greatest Great-Niece Hakalmonster, (How's that for a salutation?)
What's shakin, toots'? I hope this post finds you doing ok, fine, great, or better than great. (Please circle the one that fits the best.)
I was in the (internet) neighborhood (wish I was in your neighborhood so I could stop by for an hour or so each day and read you jokes in person!) any....way...
One day my housework-challenged husband decided to wash his sweatshirt. Seconds after he stepped into the laundry room, he
shouted to me, "What setting do I use on the washing machine?"
"It depends," I replied. "What does it say on your shirt?"
He yelled back, "University of Oklahoma."
And they say blondes are dumb... _______________________
A little boy opened the big and old family Bible. With fascination, he looked at the old pages as he turned them. Then something fell out of the Bible and he picked up and looked at it closely. It was an old leaf from a tree that has been pressed in between pages. "Momma, look what I found," the boy called out. "What have you got there, dear?"
his mother asked. With astonishment in the young boy's voice he answered, "I think it's Adam's boxers!!!"
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A man was walking on the beach one day and he found a bottle half buried in the sand. He decided to open it. Inside was a genie. The genie said,? I will grant you three wishes and three wishes only." The man thought about his first wish and decided, I think I want 1 million dollars transferred to a Swiss bank account. POOF!
Next he wished for a Ferrari red in color. POOF! There was the car sitting in front of him. He asked for his final and third wish, " I wish I was irresistible to women." POOF! He turned into a box of chocolates
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Love and prayers, for you Greatest Great-niece,
Great-Aunt Hakalmaniac from Arizona
At 8/24/2006 6:34 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey, Greatest Great-niece Hakalmonster, ya know I just might like your "new do" a little better than your "old do"! Quite liberating, don't ya think?
It truly is great for all of us to see you smiling again! You are phe-nom-en-al!! ( SORRY about the spelling)
Hey, ya know what? I think it's joke time on the "Lex Hakalmonster" BLOG SHOW !
MORE BRILLIANT STUFF FROM COURT:
Q. Did he pick the dog up by the ears?
A. No.
Q. What was he doing with the dog's ears?
A. Picking them up in the air.
Q. Where was the dog at this time?
A. Attached to the ears
Q. When he went, had you gone and had she, if she wanted to and were able for the time being excluding all the restraints on her not to go, gone
also, would he have brought you, meaning you and she, with him to the station?
Mr. Brooks: Objection. That question should be taken out and shot.
Q: Are you qualified to give a urine sample?
A: Yes, I have been since early childhood.
LOVE AND PRAYERS,
GREAT(?)AUNT HAKALMANIAC!
At 8/31/2006 3:59 AM,
Anonymous said…
IT'S TIME FOR jOKES ON THE 'LEX HAKALMONSTER BLOG SHOW"!
Ever Wonder Why...?
Why the sun lightens our hair, but darkens our skin?
Why women can't put on mascara with their mouth closed?
Why don't you ever see the headline "Psychic Wins Lottery"?
Why is "abbreviated" such a long word?
Why is it that doctors call what they do "practice"?
Why is it that to stop Windows 98, you have to click on "Start"?
Why is lemon juice made with artificial flavor, and dishwashing liquid made with real lemons?
Why is the man who invests all your money called a broker?
Why is the time of day with the slowest traffic called rush hour?
Why isn't there mouse-flavored cat food?
When dog food is new and improved tasting, who tests it?
Why didn't Noah swat those two mosquitoes?
Why do they sterilize the needle for lethal injections?
You know that indestructible black box that is used on airplanes? Why don't they make the whole plane out of that stuff?!
Why don't sheep shrink when it rains?
Why are they called apartments when they are all stuck together?
If con is the opposite of pro, is Congress the opposite of progress?
If flying is so safe, why do they call the airport the terminal?
Love and Prayers,
Great(?)-Aunt Hakalmaniac (gastler)
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