Get Well Soon!

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This is for friends and family to post get well soon wishes and words of encouragement. Bennett and his family thank you for all your prayers and kind words! They give him strength and hope.

Posted by Jeremy on February 23rd, 2007 in Inspiration |

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  1. Jeremy said on February 23rd, 2007: 5:58 am

    Hang in there, cousin! We are all here for you.

    Jeremy, Niki, Drew and Sarah

  2. Jill Hartman said on February 23rd, 2007: 8:38 pm

    Bennett and Family,

    You are in thoughts and prayers. Stay strong. I know you can make it through this! You are on so many prayers chains! You have a lot of girls to chase when you get better!

  3. U.S. Bank of Benton said on February 23rd, 2007: 9:28 pm

    Hi Bennett,

    We just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Everybody at the bank says Hi and get well soon!

  4. U.S. Bank of Centralia said on February 23rd, 2007: 9:50 pm

    Hi Bennett,
    Hope you know how many people have you and your family in their prayers. We all wish you the very best. You guys hang in there and remember if we can help in any way, we’re just a phone call away. Sending a big hug for Mom too.

  5. shelley and cory said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:08 pm

    Hey Cory and I love the music. We are in my office dancing !!! Hope you get to feeling better soon. You have an awesome site. If there is anything we can send you just let us know. Hi to you too Cindy. ps I was just kidding about us dancing!!!!!!!!!! Really we are hard at work selling loans!!!!!!!!!!!!! See you soon. Love you US Bank family.

  6. The Roper Family said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:09 pm

    Bennett:

    We are all praying for you and your family. We hope you have a speedy recovery. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help you or your family.
    Jeff, Diana, Reid & Ryne Roper

  7. US BANK CARLYLE said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:12 pm

    Hi Bennett: We’re all praying for you and your family! Lots of love and hugs for you all!

  8. Ryne Roper said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:16 pm

    hey bennett how is it goin’ i really miss you man. I wrote you a letter its nothing special but i was thinking of you so i wanted to. I just felt so bad when i heard the news. Well have a speedy recovery. Nikki is bringing the letter to you i think. Get well soon bennett. Im praying for you. I love you man. Cya.

  9. Ryne Roper said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:19 pm

    o yeah happy 13th birthday. Get well soon bennett!!

  10. US Bank Mt Vernon said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:20 pm

    Hi Bennett: The whole team here is praying for you and your family.

  11. The Price Family said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:26 pm

    Hi Bennett

    Just wanted to wish you a speedy recovery and let you know that we have been thinking of you. If there is anything we can do, we are here for you always. Keep your chin up and stay strong! WE ALL LOVE YOU! Give mom, dad and Hamilton a hug for us too……. and you better do it this time! :P

    Love always,
    Roger, Tami & Abbie

  12. Tracy (US Bank) said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:27 pm

    Hey Bennett, Looks like your Rangers have a good chance to advance in the regional final tonight. Hope you’re feeling better and back home soon. Say hi to your mom for me too!

  13. Bill Jones said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:34 pm

    Bennett I am a co worker of your moms at the bank and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You are at a great hospital and I know your mom is making sure those doctoors and nurses give you excellent care. Hang in there!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  14. abbie price said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:35 pm

    hey bennett just wanted to tell you i miss you and i’m prayin for you can’t wait till you can finally come back home!! :)

    love abbie

  15. The Wynn's said on February 23rd, 2007: 10:59 pm

    Bennett,
    Just letting you know we have you in our constant thoughts and prayers. You are a strong, tough boy who can fight through this tough time. Keep your chin up. We love you.

    Matt, Trudee, Bailey & G-Man

  16. Tyler Leffler said on February 23rd, 2007: 11:20 pm

    Hey I was at the high school game and thought about you when i heard the star spangeled banner because the last time i heard that i was standing right next to you i am thinking about you and you are in my deepest prayers i hope to see you pretty soon we are thinking about coming up tommorow P.S. Happy 13 Birthday!!!!
    I hope you get well soon!! I will see you tommorow!!

  17. UNCLE RON AUNT ANNETTE said on February 23rd, 2007: 11:35 pm

    HEY BENNETT! WOW YOU ARE LOVED BY MANY! YOU ARE A STRONG YOUNG MAN AND I AM PROUD YOU ARE OUR NEPHEW! LOTS OF LOVE, UNCLE RON AND AUNT ANNETTE

  18. briana said on February 24th, 2007: 12:03 am

    hey bennett..i dont exactly kno u but my cousin jeremy is ur cousin and i was over there and they were tellin me about it and i just wanted to say that im prayin for you and just hang in there things are gunna get better..Gods with u and ne things possible..briana

  19. Jennifer Einspahr said on February 24th, 2007: 12:09 am

    hey Bennett im Brianas friend. i just wanted to let you know that i am praying for you and just hang in there and everything will be ok. and remember God is with you

    Jennifer

  20. gma,gpa, page said on February 24th, 2007: 7:24 am

    We love you so much and can’t wait until you get home. One of your teachers stopped by this afternoon we will bring the surprise over tomorrow. See you later. love and kisses, and don’t let the bed bugs bite.

  21. Aimee and Kenny Branch said on February 24th, 2007: 8:10 am

    Bennett and Page Family…you are in our thoughts and prayers, also with our prayer list at church. may God Bless your recovery and don’t lose hope!!! we send lots of love your way!!!

  22. Mt. Vernon West said on February 24th, 2007: 8:12 am

    We are thinking of you and praying for you daily. May God bless you and your family in this time of need. If your family needs anything at all, let us know!!!

  23. Mike and Lori Johnson said on February 24th, 2007: 10:03 am

    Dear Bennett and Family,

    You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. May God bless and keep you in this time of need. We hope to have you back in Benton soon.

    Mike,Lori, Bill, and Alexis

  24. Paula Fuller said on February 24th, 2007: 10:18 am

    Hey Bennett- You should get my card in a day or so- This website is such a great idea! You are in my prayers Bennett- God is greater than this and He will give you and your parents strength. You have great friends and lots of people that love you. Take care and write back when you feel like it. Joel is treating your Dad to Pops this week- I say he should take everyone he knows up there for steak- then give Joel the bill- HAHA. Love ya Bennett- You were one of the best in 65 last year.
    Paula Fuller

  25. Alexis Renner said on February 24th, 2007: 12:01 pm

    Hey Bennett whats going on i hope you get better soon well the basketball wasnt the same without you like at the B.I.T. i miss you tons and i have been thinking about you constantly well i am gonna here love ya tonz .

    Alexis

  26. The Moore Family said on February 24th, 2007: 12:38 pm

    Hey Bennett, just wanted to let you know that we are keeping you and your family in our prayers. Stay strong and hold on to your faith
    God Bless you and your family.

    Steven, Melissa and Slater Moore

  27. Kink Family said on February 24th, 2007: 1:59 pm

    Bennett,
    Sweetie we want to let you know you’re in our daily thoughts and prayers. We are sorry to hear about your news, but so very confident to know that you are a fighter and this will not get you down. Stay strong buddy, remember your faith, and know that if you need ANYTHING or want ANYTHING we are just a phone call away. Give your mom a great big hug from me and take one for yourself!

    We love you bud (Also happy birthday a few days late)

    Tammi, Kevin, Kyle & Lauren

  28. troy timmons said on February 24th, 2007: 2:09 pm

    Hey bennett, this is troy i wondered how you were doin, everyone in the school has been woried about you. And i wanted to tell you get well soon and i am praying for you.

  29. The Mocaby's said on February 24th, 2007: 2:24 pm

    Bennett and family we are thinking about you. Hope you are feeling well and can soon be home. John, Lynn, JR, and Zack

  30. jr said on February 24th, 2007: 2:29 pm

    hi bennett its jr hope you get better soon

  31. Kayla Erwin said on February 24th, 2007: 2:37 pm

    Hey Bennett! I have been thinking about you like all the time lately, last night me and Alexis went to the game. I missed you soo much! I kept thinking about how much fun the B.I.T. was when we were with you. Those games just aren’t the same without you! I hope you get better soon!!!! Miss you and love ya! By the way Happy Birthday….a little late!

    Kayla

  32. Brittany Pedigo said on February 24th, 2007: 2:44 pm

    Hey Bennett wats up??well nuthin here…i just wanted to say that everybdoy at teh school is missing you…we cant even hardly talk about it anymore b/c some of the teachers wont let us..we i guess i’ll ttyl hope ya get to felling better

  33. Tyler Koski said on February 24th, 2007: 2:58 pm

    Hey Bennett whats going on? Just writing to let you know that my family and I are thinking of you and keeping you and your family in our prayers… Get well soon!!!!

    Tyler

  34. The Price Family said on February 24th, 2007: 3:02 pm

    hey Bennett
    we just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and we hope you get better!! get well soon!!
    Your Friend(s),
    Alan, Lisa, Vic, and Nick

  35. bennett said on February 24th, 2007: 3:16 pm

    im doing ok

    i got a laptop and i got a webcam in it so all of you can see me

  36. julie said on February 24th, 2007: 3:21 pm

    Hello Bennett,

    I don’t really know you but, I know of you because my daughter sierra catavu is in your class. I wanted to let you know that we are thinking and praying for you at this hard time in your life. I believe that God has a purpose for each and everyone of us here on earth. So don’t give up fighting. Always have faith in God and he will lead you in the right direction. Also, I want to send a special prayer out to your parents this has got to be very hard for them right now and I pray that God can/will give them the strength to make it through this. So hang in there kiddo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Best Regards,
    Julie and Sierra Catavu

  37. Alexis Renner said on February 24th, 2007: 4:17 pm

    Happy 13th birthday! sorry its a little late but talk to you you later bye

  38. The Tockstein Family said on February 24th, 2007: 4:29 pm

    Bennett, Hamilton, Mom and Dad,

    We saw your baseball picture on the front page of the Benton Evening News Today. Benett, you probably don’t remember us, but your mom might. You and Hamilton were in our children’s programs at church in Benton. (Maybe you remember Alex?) I was thinking about the verse you read during our Children’s Sunday when you were just a little guy. It was, “For I know the plans I have for you, ” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” -Jeremiah 29:11-13 (I have it on video!) Check that verse out and claim it for yourself. You and Hamilton were kids with really big hearts, ready to serve in church anytime we asked. That’s what we remember about you! God loves you and so does the whole town! Praying 4 U all, knowing He’ll strengthen you.
    Scott, Lori, Adam and Alex Tockstein & Hope Chapel UMC

  39. Alyssa Hsakell said on February 24th, 2007: 4:32 pm

    Hey, i dont think i really know you. but I Hope you Get better and have a good recovery!

  40. Uncle Brian said on February 24th, 2007: 5:15 pm

    Bennett,

    世上无难事,只怕有心人

    This is a Chinese proverb that means “No task in this world is impossible so long as there are willing hearts.”

    There are many willing hearts in your family and among all of the lives you have touched; all of those hearts are willing your recovery. Maintain your faith and determination to beat this disease and you will! Aunt Kim and I pray for you daily.

    Love
    Uncle Brian & Aunt Kim

  41. Morgan Grigsby and ABBY EDWARDS said on February 24th, 2007: 5:33 pm

    O yeah bennett happy Late BIRthday!! We Love You So mUch! You Are In OUr Prays!!

  42. shorty said on February 24th, 2007: 5:37 pm

    hey this is shorty im soooo hapy 4 u that ur doin good so far everyone misses u a LOT and cant wait til u come back home!! ur in everyone prayers and thoughts and we all miss u a lot….. so get well soon and come bac home p.s - HAPPY LATE BIRTHDAY

  43. Mackenize Cloe said on February 24th, 2007: 6:05 pm

    hey bennett! wats up this is the 2nd one i left! i really hope u get better! because i really miss you!! it feels like just yesterday we were at the game making fun of mi friend shea saying she liked girls! lol..i can still feel your hug every time i think of you! you dont know how much u mean to me!! i really really hope u get better! every night i dream and pray that u will get better..and im not going to stop until u get ur little butt back and see me..but anyways! i hopee you get better i love you bunches!! and i cant wait to see or talk to u again!! love always kenzie

    p.s. me and miranda eggertsen are makin a thing for u and were going to try to come see you! we have a bunch of pics. for you too!! we are supporting you!! well im going to go Again! lol LOVE ALWAYS YOUR BESTFREIND KENZIE!!

  44. Lacy said on February 24th, 2007: 7:39 pm

    hey Bennett, my name is Lacy Rankin!! I am friends with MacKenzie Cloe!! I just wanted to le t you know that I will be praying for you each and everyday!!! I love you as a friend and I don’t even know you!!

  45. gipson said on February 24th, 2007: 8:01 pm

    hope u feel better

  46. The Shew's said on February 24th, 2007: 8:52 pm

    Bennett & family:

    We just wanted you to know that we are thinking of all of you. Hang in there and be strong! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Jeff, Liz, Dalton and Katie Shew

  47. Mackenzie Fleetwood said on February 24th, 2007: 9:17 pm

    hi bennett i just got done talking to u a lil bit ago but i want u to hang in there b.c i know u can make it out of this and be bac at school with us soon we will have a blast when u get bac!!! i miss u tonz well ttyl love yea tonz *mackenzie*

  48. cameron said on February 24th, 2007: 9:56 pm

    HEY MAN! i hope that you get felling better son i really missed you at the game the last night i saw you r bother their. Well i really miss seeing 3RD hour and ill always remember…………… 21 FOREVER GET BETTER

  49. Alex cima said on February 24th, 2007: 9:58 pm

    hey bennett i hope u get well soon ur in my prayers

  50. Alex cima said on February 24th, 2007: 10:00 pm

    hey bennett i hope u get well soon ur in my prayers well ttyl

  51. The Bonthron Family said on February 24th, 2007: 10:38 pm

    Bennett and family

    Get well soon. Your in our thoughts and prayers.

    Ray, Rikki, William, and Stefanie

  52. Emily Tate said on February 24th, 2007: 11:05 pm

    Happy (late) 13th birthday!!

  53. The Crawford Family said on February 24th, 2007: 11:23 pm

    Dear Bennett and your Family,

    You don’t know us but, we are familiar with some of your family who attend Immanuel Baptist Church. Our daughter, Kelesy, is a Rangler Girl at the high school. Our son Chris is married to Amy Leffler…..Tyler’s aunt. And we have a daughter, Valerie too. All of us want you and your family to know that we are praying fervently for your recovery. Each of us as parents often forget that things like this can happen to any of us, even our own children. That is why it is important that each of us who are Christians come together and surround you with love and prayer for God’s precious love and mercy. You can be sure that God has a purpose in all of this even though it isn’t easy to understand that right now. TRUST in Him and allow His loving arms to surround all of you during this difficult time. There is a sign down on South McLeansboro Street that was put there many years ago by George and Edna Severin outside the Fire’s of Revival Church. It says…… ‘GOD IS BIGGER THAN ANY PROBLEM I COULD EVER HAVE’. It is odd…we never noticed that sign until one day when circumstances in our lives were bad and out of our control. We felt the world had ended because of things that had happened that caused us to wonder if God had forsaken us. But because of prayers from alot of people, some we didn’t even know, we came through that time in our lives and are stronger because because of it. God was there all the time. It was US who had become weak, not Him! Through the years that sign has come to our minds and comforted us when we, ourselves, felt that we were all alone during difficult times in our lives. It isn’t always easy to be strong and keep your chin up but I guarantee you that not one single second goes by when the Lord doesn’t know your needs. Trust in Him. Because what the sign says is so very true……God IS bigger than any problem we could ever have!! God bless your entire family. Our prayers are with you all.

    Sincerely, Allen and Janice Crawford and family Feel free to email us if there is anything we can do no matter how small or large. janice_c731@hotmail.com

  54. bennett said on February 24th, 2007: 11:30 pm

    Hey gang! Bennett loves his new computer with all of this latest technology. Keep up the comments, we both love them! Bennett especially loves you to add happy comments of times that you have shared with him His spirits are excellent, he is taking this like a trooper. Actually he is taking it better than anyone else. We look anytime we have a chance to see who has added new comments. Because of our huge support system, we have the strength we need to accomplish our new lifestyle.

  55. Worthey Family said on February 24th, 2007: 11:32 pm

    Bennett and Family…
    Just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. My boys remind me to pray for you each night, so I know that they are praying for you too! I hope for a speedy recovery for you, get well soon! Trust in the ONE who gives us rainbows!!

    Cindy, Ross, Chris & Chase

  56. Kink Family said on February 25th, 2007: 12:12 am

    Hey Bennett this is Tammi & Kyle. Kyle & I were just sitting here & I was thinking about this past fall when we got T-P’d and I started laughing. We were awake watching a movie when all this was going on. Kyle said you guys were even on the front porch & we didn’t hear anyone…HHMMMM, you wouldn’t know anything about that one would you buddy? ha ha
    Get well soon you little stinker!

    WE LOVE YOU ,
    Tammi & Kyle

  57. Taylor Grigsby said on February 25th, 2007: 2:49 am

    Heyy Bennet.
    Whats going on? I was just sitting here thinking about youu. I hope you get better soon. And you better too because everyone loves and misses you like crazy boy! Hehheh! Come home soon. Much lovee!!
    Tayylorr.

  58. Bennett said on February 25th, 2007: 9:41 am

    i have no blast (blast are leuknia cells) but i do not have none today but i cold have some tomorrow but that depnds on my blood tests

  59. Gloria Nolle said on February 25th, 2007: 10:47 am

    Cheerful thoughts like sunbeams
    Lighten up the “darkest fears,”
    For when the heart is happy,
    There’s just no time for tears.

    And when the face is smiling,
    It’s impossible to frown,
    And when you are “high-spirited,”
    You cannot feel “low-down.”

    For the nature of our attitude
    Toward circumstantial things,
    Determines our acceptance
    Of the problems that life brings.

    And since fear and dread and worry
    Cannot help in any way,
    It’s much healthier and happier
    To be cheerful every day.

    And if you’ll only try it
    You will find, without a doubt,
    A cheerful attitude’s something
    No one should be without.

    For when the heart is cheerful,
    It cannot be filled with fear,
    And without fear the way ahead
    Seems more distinct and clear.
    ~ Helen Steiner Rice ~

    Sending all my best wishes for a speedy recovery!

    Gloria Nolle
    Auburn, IL

    To give you a clue….I’m Dylan Stewart and Kelsey Crawford’s aunt.

  60. Zach Maher said on February 25th, 2007: 12:01 pm

    Hi Bennett,

    My mom works with your mom. How are those chicken strips? I’ve had those there, and not bad at all. Do you have any games to play? What’s your favorite.
    Get Well Real Soon.
    Zach

  61. Whitney Hughey said on February 25th, 2007: 12:18 pm

    Hey Bennett!! This is Whitney, Paige’s older sister just wanted to let you know I’m praying for you and remember keep your head up always and look toward God and I know you will be okay. We are all praying for you!! Get Well Soon

  62. Hayli Hargis said on February 25th, 2007: 1:54 pm

    Hey Bennet
    what up man? well i don’t know if you remember me.. But like I hope you get better soon!!..So like Yeah… Well ttyl man! peace and much love.
    *Hayli*Hargis*

  63. Marci Harben said on February 25th, 2007: 2:53 pm

    Hey Bennett,
    Just wanted to let you know you are in my prayers. I am thinking about you a lot! I hope you get to come home soon and I’ll talk to you later!
    Love,
    Marci Harben

  64. taylor said on February 25th, 2007: 3:37 pm

    get well soon :-) ;-} :]

  65. Weaver Family said on February 25th, 2007: 5:47 pm

    Hi Bennett
    We wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers everyday. We also had prayer for you today at church. Keep your chin up and we look forward to seeing you home soon!! Tell your mom if there is anything we can do, we are just a phone call away.
    Collin, Kendra, & Parker

  66. Amanda Brown said on February 25th, 2007: 5:48 pm

    Bennett..
    i hope you are doing better..
    we all miss you and hope to see you soon.
    i hear your doing better and im glad to hear that!
    ill keep praying for you..
    Amanda

  67. Taylor Noel said on February 25th, 2007: 6:11 pm

    Hey Bennett,
    You probably don’t remember me, but I’m Taylor Noel. I moved in like 3 rd grade. Dylan(Hartley) told me about the news and my mom and I started crying! That is so sad. You are in my prayers every night and I’m having my whole family pray for you. I hope you get better!!!!!

    Taylor

  68. bennett said on February 25th, 2007: 6:15 pm

    taylor noel yes i still remember you thx

  69. Taylor Noel said on February 25th, 2007: 6:33 pm

    Are you still goin out with Cali? she told me that last summer.

  70. Grandpa & Ma Johnston said on February 25th, 2007: 6:33 pm

    Bennett

    HIT US ANOTHER HOME RUN, GET Well Soon , We Love You

    Grandpa And Grandma Johnston

  71. Austin Johnson said on February 25th, 2007: 8:53 pm

    hey this is austin johnson from harrisburg i just wanted to say get well soon

  72. Tyler Smithpeters said on February 25th, 2007: 8:59 pm

    hey this is tyler smithpeters from harrisburg to i played against u in baseball in the summer Ryne Roper told me to go to this sight so i did and thought i should leave u a little GET WELL SOON!!!!!

  73. Josh Bettis said on February 25th, 2007: 9:00 pm

    Hey, Bennett. How are you? I just wanted to stop by and say get well soon, keep fighting; we’re praying!

  74. Lydia Lyon said on February 25th, 2007: 9:06 pm

    Hey bennett! this is Lydia Lyon im from harrisburg and i heard about ur website from a friend! I just wanted to tell u that gods watching over u n he will pull u through this! And i hope u get to come home soon and start playing all your sports again! Your in my prayers b i hope u get better soon!

  75. Mark & Sherry (Mocaby) Hall said on February 25th, 2007: 9:13 pm

    Hi Bennett, We are J.R. and Zach Mocaby’s grandparents. We have watched you play baseball with the boys and we want to let you know you are in our prayers every day. Tell your mom and dad if there is anything we can do, please let us know. Sounds like you are doing great. God is helping you through this and helping you to get home soon and back with friends and family.

  76. hayli hargis said on February 25th, 2007: 9:40 pm

    bennett.
    get better soon.
    ok..
    you are in everyones prayers.
    so just keep holding on.
    and again i say i dont think you remeber me lol..
    but hang in there bud

  77. Kerri Cottle said on February 26th, 2007: 6:17 am

    I went to school with your mom. Just wanted to let you know we are praying for you and looking forward to hearing more great news about your recovery.

  78. Mrs. Neal said on February 26th, 2007: 9:14 am

    Good morning! I hear you had visitors over the weekend. I am sure you were glad to see those guys. We have a web camera in the building. Mrs. Auten isn’t here today but Mrs. Carlton and Mrs. McCollum are working on a computer to hook it up to. I will let you know as soon as we are operating. Have a good day. We are all thinking of you here. Mrs. Neal

  79. Akin 7th grade math class said on February 26th, 2007: 9:24 am

    Hey Bennett,
    We hope you get well soon. We will all be praying for you!

    From the 7th grade math class at Akin

  80. Cindy Biggs (Heifner) said on February 26th, 2007: 9:30 am

    Bennett,
    I’ve known your Mom most of my life, and I’ve gotten pictures of you at Christmas every year since you were born. I want you to know that our family will be praying for you and look forward to hearing that you are home.

  81. Mrs. Bethel said on February 26th, 2007: 9:41 am

    Hey Bennett,
    I hope you are having a good day! We miss you in class–we talk about you all the time. Hope that I will see you soon.

    Mrs. Bethel

  82. Mrs. Dobraski said on February 26th, 2007: 9:57 am

    Hey Bennett!
    Hope you are feeling well today! We miss you so much in 8th hour. It’s DEFINITELY not the same without you!! This site was such a GREAT idea. I’ve added a link to it from my website. Hope to see you soon… hang in there!

    Mrs. Dobraski

  83. Sharon Lude said on February 26th, 2007: 11:00 am

    Good Morning Bennett - I work at U S Bank in Marion now but used to work at the bank in Benton. I worked with your Mom and your Grandma Page both. You and the whole family are in our daily prayers. Glad to here the good report of yesterday!

  84. The Pearce Family said on February 26th, 2007: 11:02 am

    Bennett,
    I have just read the website and have seen the GREAT news. I so happy for you and your family. Let me introduce myself to you. My name is Vicky Pearce, I have known your mom since the 2nd grade. You probably know my husband Les, he wired your new barn. He just recently had a fight with cancer of the mouth. He is now doing great also. I know how hard it may seem at times being in the hospital, BELIEVE ME, but that is a great place, with great people. I truley believe that’s why Les is still here today. Tell your mom, if she needs anything or would like to talk just email me or call. Marya has my number.
    Les and I want to let you know we are thinking of you and your family. If you all need anything, just call. Can’t wait to see you on the ballfield this summer.

    Vicky, Les, Levi and Kael Pearce

  85. Steve,Sandy,Jordan,Sydney said on February 26th, 2007: 11:07 am

    Bennett,
    I know you probably don’t know us very well, if at all, but I know your mom and dad. Our family is putting you in our prayers every night. And from what I hear around town, so is everyone else. I just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you everyday and wish you the best and that you get to come home soon. Tell your mom and dad we are also thinking about them. The Browning Family.

  86. Akin 6th grade math class said on February 26th, 2007: 11:40 am

    Howdy Bennett!

    We all hope you get well soon. Zach Mocaby says hello. We will be praying for you! :-) God bless you!

    From the 6th grade math class at Akin

  87. Nurse Rock said on February 26th, 2007: 12:18 pm

    Alot of the kids are coming in my office asking about ALL. Cali and Whitney talk about you all the time. You are in a great hospital and you have the love of your family and friends around you. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. “Get well soon and hope to see you back at school soon.

  88. Hope said on February 26th, 2007: 12:19 pm

    Hey bennett! How are you feeling? I hope your feeling better. You may or may not remember me but I was on the girls basketball team….Hope I seen you when you came with tyler to our practices. Well I hope you get to feeling better. cya!

  89. The Prices said on February 26th, 2007: 1:00 pm

    Hi Bennett & Family,

    Just wanted to let you know that Roger spoke with his brother, who is a preacher in Roadhouse Church of God, they have added you to their prayer list. Also his mother had her church add you to their prayer list, she attends a church in Collinsville, not positive which one.

    I believe your family(parents, grandparents) knows Keith Neal, Keith is a preacher at the baptist church in Opdyke, they have also added you to their prayer list. They all wish you a speedy recovery!

    Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
    Love ya,
    Roger, Tami & Abbie

  90. AUNT ANNETTE said on February 26th, 2007: 1:10 pm

    Bob and Mary Belle Kearney go to the Macedonia Methodist Church, and you are on their prayer list-the Church prayed for you yesterday.

    I know that many, many people who attend Immanuel Baptist Church are praying for you, too!!

    God has great plans for YOU!

    See you soon, we all love you!

  91. Abbie Price said on February 26th, 2007: 1:16 pm

    hey bennett!!just wanted to let you know how much we all miss you down here!!!i’m hopin to get to see you soon!Oh and guess what mom and i went through old baby pictures when you and i were little and we have so many cute ones of me and you. I hope to send them to jermy so he can put them up on the sight. Well im in science right now and the bells gettin ready to ring so im gonna go! just remember god is bigger then this keep fightin and stay strong!

    love,

  92. Akin 5th grade math class said on February 26th, 2007: 1:58 pm

    Hey Bennett,

    How are you doing? We hope that you get better soon. We are praying for you! Don’t worry, angels are watching over you! We like your pictures and songs on here.

    From the 5th grade math class at Akin

  93. 8th Hour Math Class said on February 26th, 2007: 2:57 pm

    Hey Bennett! We listened to “Crazy Train” during class today just for you!! We all miss you lots and hope you are feeling better soon! Kyle K. says hi. Abbie says she misses you copying off of her! Ha Ha Ha! Just Kidding!!! Take care and hurry back!

    ~Mrs. D’s 8th Hour

  94. scott said on February 26th, 2007: 4:26 pm

    heyy bennett i hope u get feelin better reely soon wel i think im comin to see u so wel i guess il talk to you later p.s. get better im still prayin for u!!!

  95. may may said on February 26th, 2007: 5:24 pm

    hey hey there bennett i am prayin for u every night i no what u r goin threw becasue i am had alot of people have cancer in my fam soo hope u get better bye

  96. Ashlee Dishman said on February 26th, 2007: 5:37 pm

    hey bennett,

    i don’t know you but i g oto akin grade school and i am in the 7th grae math class and we go t oyour site in almost every class and we are all praying for you.

  97. Drew and Shelley said on February 26th, 2007: 5:59 pm

    Hello Bennett its Drew and Shelley, Paige’s parents. We just wanted to say we are praying for you and keeping you in our hearts and we hope that you get better soon. And remember to keep God in your heart and he will lead you through this.

    Drew and Shelley

  98. Becky said on February 26th, 2007: 6:09 pm

    Hello Bennett,

    Hope you have had a good day today. Everything I’ve seen on your website under “updates” and heard from Niki and Jeremy sounds great! I pray that God will give you peace.

    And your website–it is fabulous!! Jeremy has really done a great job putting it together for you (must be because he thinks so much of you). I love the new graphics at the top of the page.

    Have a good evening and tell your family hello for me.

    Becky Harben

  99. NIKITA said on February 26th, 2007: 6:25 pm

    heyy bennett hope ur feel’n better we all miss ya and r pray’n 4 ya we’ll just keep ya in our prayers at church 2 member WE LUV U 4-EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  100. NIKITA said on February 26th, 2007: 6:37 pm

    WE MISS U LOTS AND HOPE UR FEEL’N BETTER. DON’T WORRY GIRLS WILL STILL FALL 4 U MAYBE ME !!!!!!!!!!!!!! NIC PICZ OF YA!!!!!!!!!!!! WE ALL LUV U!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LUV U 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!I MISS U SOOOOOOOO MUCH I CANN BARELY SLEEP AT NIGHT ‘CAUSE UR ALWAYS ON MMY MIND 24/7 AND ALWAYS WILL BE UNTIL I KNO UR BETTER WELL TTYL BYE

  101. The Girls at Salon 34 said on February 26th, 2007: 7:19 pm

    Hey Bennett, Hope your feeling better, we miss you and think about you everyday. We can’t wait to see you, and you better get well fast, because it is almost baseball season. We can’t wait to give you big hugs and kisses & we love you…..
    Your Girls at Salon 34
    Laura, Carrie, Melissa, Sommer, Chrissy, Ashley, & Lauren….
    xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

  102. Bailey Wynn said on February 26th, 2007: 7:57 pm

    Yeah Bennett just to let you know I will always keep praying for you. Remember to just look at the brite side of things. Also, just keep hangin in there and you will do fine. God Bless You

  103. Flora US Bank said on February 26th, 2007: 8:15 pm

    Hey Bennett, The team from Flora says hello. Get well soon & have a speedy recovery.
    Tell your mom we all say hello.

  104. Bethany Hammonds said on February 26th, 2007: 8:58 pm

    Hey bennett, I just wanted to let you know that my church and family is praying for you and it probably stinks stayin in a hospital bed but you got to get better and get to come back to school get well soon!

    From Bethany Hammodns

  105. Mrs. Hammond said on February 26th, 2007: 9:04 pm

    Hi Bennett,
    This is your old 3rd grade teacher, Mrs. Hammond. I fondly remember having you in class a few years ago. I remember what a hard worker you were! I want you to use that determination to help get you through this difficult time. After reading the results of your tests where no blast cells were found, it is obvious that God is answering the many prayers that are being said. I hope you know that everyone in this area is praying for you and your family. Hang in there and keep working hard to fight this disease. I hope to see you back on the court, baseball field and classroom soon!

  106. Bennett said on February 26th, 2007: 9:10 pm

    Hi Bennet, You may not remember me we have’nt seen each other in a long time you mite have seen me at the fair at benton. Do you remember , I think it was you and Landon Labuwi who went to the fair, Anyway you guys said hi to me. You might have already heard form some of the Akin kids well i go to school there. I just wanted to let you know that jesus LOVE’S YOU and that everybody that i know will keep you in there harts. We will pray till we cant pray no more. You know alot of people care about you and never ever think that nobody care’s about you. The only way you can heel is for you to pray, for everone to pray. Can you guess who I am? Its me Brooke Docherty!!!

  107. Faith Wyant said on February 26th, 2007: 9:18 pm

    Bennett,

    We are all praying for you. Especially me! I hope you get better and we all miss you!

    Praying always,
    Faith Wyant

  108. Alecia Hammond said on February 26th, 2007: 9:30 pm

    Hey Bennett
    It’s Alecia, Mrs. Hammond’s daughter. I just wanted to let you know that all of us cheerleaders are all praying for you day and night! I Hope you get better really soon! You have some really cute pictures on here ;) But I just wanted to tell ya that we’re all praying for ya and get better soon! Talk to ya later! - Alecia

  109. the childers said on February 26th, 2007: 9:46 pm

    bennett- this website is great. you have a lot of friends who are checking on you daily! stay strong while you’re in the hospital and know that there are so many concerned friends all around who are thinking of you and praying for you daily. you mean a lot to all of these kids who are in school with you. you would be touched to see the concern they are showing for you here at home. cindy and sid- hang in there. please let us know what we can do to help—God Bless you all!

  110. Bryson Hammond said on February 26th, 2007: 10:30 pm

    Hey Bennett what’s up man.
    I’m not going to lie to ya man, this website is pretty sweet. I hope you get better soon buddy. I’m gonna need you to be catching again so I can have somebody behind the plate with me to talk to. Some of those guys that can’t pitch take a while and I remember me and you had a few good talks back there. I hope you get better bud, just stay strong. your a tough kid and I know you can get through this. Hang in there, me and all my friends from Benton up here at SIUE will be thinking and praying for you. Cya Later Bryson Hammond

  111. Miss Ashley (from Learn & Play a LONG time ago) :) said on February 27th, 2007: 7:52 am

    Ok Bennett, so I saw your mom’s comment about Mashed Potatoes and Spaghetti…the only thing missing was a salad with ranch dressing right? :) Keep us updated, dont tell anyone but you were one of my faves!!!! All of you boys kept me in stitches, you, Tyler, Ryne, Thomas (my boyfriend) always a treat!!!! Get well soon, my brother in law from MTV (Jared Anthis) is ready to play some ball against you all this summer!

  112. stacey overturf said on February 27th, 2007: 8:47 am

    Bennett and Cindy, we will be praying for you and the rest of your family.
    Jim, Stacey, Ethan and Josie Overturf

  113. Paula Fuller said on February 27th, 2007: 9:16 am

    Hey Bennett- We are in your favorite 6th grade class right now- Character Ed! Yeah!! Cole and Ryne are in here along with Austin and others! They all say hey and they love you- we are making cards for you and they love it! At least they don’t have to listen to me! HA! I will be sending them at the end of the week - Mondays class was not so good- there was a sub in here and all they did was make light sabers out of the paper and got into trouble- oh well- they will be turning their cards in later- Hope you are feeling well today- You are in my prayers always-

  114. Box Family said on February 27th, 2007: 9:26 am

    The Box family in Mt. Vernon wishes you well. Get well.

  115. elizabeth bozarth said on February 27th, 2007: 9:28 am

    hey bennett,
    my names elizabeth im just about sure that you dont remember me from first grade but i was in your class and i got held back cause i couldnt read. So all i really wanted to say is get well bennett everyone here at bms miss you .

  116. GEORGE XANDERS said on February 27th, 2007: 10:36 am

    BENNETT- YOU MAY NOT KNOW WHO I AM, BUT I DEFINATELY KNOW YOU! I HAVE BEEN THE TRAVEL BASEBALL COACH FOR MT.VERNON THE PAST FIVE YEARS,SO BELIEVE ME I KNOW WHO YOU ARE. YOU HAVE WHIPPED US AND EVERYBODY ELSE FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW. I KNOW YOU WILL HAVE THE SAME FIGHT IN YOU WITH YOUR ILLNESS THAT YOU DISPLAY ON THE BALL DIAMOND!!! MY SON ZANE WANTED ME TO SAY HI,AS WELL AS OUR ENTIRE TEAM. WE’LL BE WITH YOU AND CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU ON THE DIAMOND AGAIN!! GET WELL,COACH GEORGE XANDERS.

  117. Lauren Lefflerq said on February 27th, 2007: 12:15 pm

    Hey Bennett ! Hope you’re feeling better today . I miss you sooooooooo much !!!!!! Get well soon and hurry back! I love you lots ! Love , Lauren Leffler

  118. stephanie said on February 27th, 2007: 1:25 pm

    Hey Bennett

    Whats up? I hope you get well really soon.Just to let you know I’m friends with Zach Mocaby.Just to let you know you are in a lot of peoples prayers including mine.You are a very strong person.If you continue your battle you will come through as healthy as before your illness.Please write back!!!! BYE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  119. Alison Blair said on February 27th, 2007: 3:57 pm

    hey Bennett I know you don’t know me to well but I hope ya get well soon. My family is praying for you.

  120. morgan patchett , maddy caruso,and brenna jhonston said on February 27th, 2007: 4:00 pm

    hey bennett

    you may not know us,but your in our thoughts and prayers.
    get well soon!!!

  121. Alyssa S., Kaitlyn T., Macy S., Cali L. said on February 27th, 2007: 4:21 pm

    Hey bennett. It’s Alyssa Summers. I remember going to Learn and Play together, and me n you were always together. I can’t forget all the fun times there. Me, Macy, Kaitlyn Talley, and Cali all heard this song and it made us think of you. so we thought we should send it to you. You’re in our prayers and we love you.=]

    lyrics - avril lavigne

  122. Alyssa S., Kaitlyn T., Macy S., Cali L. said on February 27th, 2007: 4:23 pm

    Hey bennett. It’s Alyssa Summers. I remember going to Learn and Play together, and me n you were always together. I can’t forget all the fun times there. Me, Macy, Kaitlyn Talley, and Cali all heard this song and it made us think of you. so we thought we should send it to you. You’re in our prayers and we love you.=]

    Keep Holdin’ On Lyrics. .

    You’re not alone
    Together we stand
    I’ll be by your side
    You know I’ll take your hand
    When it gets cold
    And it feels like the end
    There’s no place to go
    You know I won’t give in
    no I won’t give in

    Keep holdin’ on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through
    Just, stay strong
    Cause you know I’m here for you
    I’m here for you
    There’s nothing you can say (repeat)
    Nothing you can do(repeat whole line)
    there’s no other way when it comes to the truth
    So, keep holding on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through

    So far away
    I wish you were here
    Before it’s too late
    This could all disappear
    Before the doors close
    And it comes to an end
    With you by my side
    I will fight and defend ah ah
    I’ll fight and defend, yeah, yeah

    Keep holdin’ on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through
    Just, stay strong
    Cause you know I’m here for you
    I’m here for you

    There’s nothing you could say
    Nothing you could do
    There’s no other way when it comes to the truth
    So, keep holding on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through

    Hear me when I say
    When I say I believe
    Nothing’s gonna change
    Nothing’s gonna change destiny
    Whatever’s meant to be
    Will work out perfectly
    Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah….
    La da da da, la da da da da
    La da da da da da da da da

    Keep holdin’ on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through
    Just stay strong
    Cause you know I’m here for you
    I’m here for you
    There’s nothing you could say
    Nothing you could do
    There’s no other way when it comes to the truth
    So, keep holding on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through

    Ahh, ahh
    Keep holdin’ on
    Ahh, ahh
    Keep holdin’ on
    There’s nothing you could say
    Nothing you could do
    There’s no other way when it comes to the truth
    So, keep holding on
    Cause you know we’ll make it through
    We’ll make it through

  123. nikita said on February 27th, 2007: 4:43 pm

    heyy bennett were all miss’n ya here me and lanora r make’n u a book. just to look at. well landon said u r com’n ba in 5 months but most people can’t wait that long to see ya fyi were still pray’n 4 ya

    p.s.my little renters kid thinks u r sexy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!not kidd’n either!!!!!!!!!!!!! we still luv u thats me and lanora ttfn

  124. Emily Nolen said on February 27th, 2007: 5:03 pm

    Hi Bennett,
    I hope you get better soon. We have missed you at school and everyone is praying for you. I hope you get back to school soon. I will see you then.

    Your Friend,
    Emily Nolen

  125. stephanie said on February 27th, 2007: 6:39 pm

    hey bennett.
    omg i am so sad.
    i REALLY hope that you get better way soon okaY?!?
    well i am praying for u and i hope you get better.

  126. Curtis said on February 27th, 2007: 6:58 pm

    Hey it’s me Curtis hope you get well soon.

  127. Curtis G. said on February 27th, 2007: 7:14 pm

    Oops… I forgot to say Im praying for you and I will add your site as a link from my site. I will also add you to the prayers list at my church.
    My site of course is a ghost hunting one but oh well lol. cya!

  128. The Wyant's said on February 27th, 2007: 7:39 pm

    Hey Bennett,

    I posted a little while ago but my whole family wanted to too. We hope you get better REAL SOON. Your very strong & we know you’ll make it through. So keep holding on and fight as hard as you possibly can & we’re sure you can defeat it.;0 :)

    Sincerely,
    The Wyant’s

  129. Tammi Kink said on February 27th, 2007: 9:28 pm

    Bennett,

    Hello buddy, just wanted to let you know you were on my mind sooo much this morning while I was getting ready for work that I had a MAJOR blonde moment!

    You’ll like this one! So I remembered I had a dentist appointment this morning and called in work. I go to the dentist office, sit down & wait about 10 minutes. Then Pam at the office said “Tammi, what are you doing here? We don’t have you down until NEXT Tuesday!”

    So see, you’re on my mind soooooo much that I can’t think! Anyway, I hope my true story made you laugh. I felt like a bonehead! ha ha

    We’re all thinking of you and your family & praying all through the day. Keep up the good work on fighting this battle!!! I’m having a little something delivered to you at the hospital in a few days! Hope it makes you laugh!!!!!!!!

    Tammi Kink

  130. chelsey greenwood said on February 27th, 2007: 9:42 pm

    Hey Bennett , I dont know if you remember me but my name is Chelsey Greenwood and you come to our basketball practices with tyler sometimes. Well i hope you get better and God is goin to get through this with you. Bennett i am keepin you in my prayers and so is everyone else.Well I hope you get well soon.
    talk to you later,Chelsey

  131. Brooke said on February 27th, 2007: 10:13 pm

    Hey, Bennett Its me again i was just checking on you i saw on your website that you said the food was good there i always thought it would be GROSS. I thought it was kind funny that some one ask you about the food, anyway i just want to say you are still in my prayers and get better soon.
    Love Ya, Brooke Docherty

  132. Jo Dick said on February 27th, 2007: 10:21 pm

    Bennett,

    It really is a small world. I was standing behind you in the snack line at the show a week or so ago, on a Sunday. We saw Ghost Rider, is that what you saw? Anyway, I was with two eighth grade girls (I have an eighth grade son) from Christopher who know Tyler Leffler. They mentioned that you were a friend of his and that your name was Bennett. Well, I work at Rend Lake College and am in a MOMS group with Trudee Wynn (Bailey’s mom.) At our Wednesday meeting she asked for prayer for a boy from Benton named Bennett (cool name by the way) and she told us your story. I don’t believe in coincidence; those girls (Leanna Burkitt and Hope Valette) mentioned your name so that I would recognize you when Trudee shared your news with us, and now I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. Be strong —

    To Bennett’s Mom: I have special prayers for you—for strength (of mind and body), courage, understanding, patience. As mothers we need these virtues on the best of days, I can only imagine how you need them now. I’ll be thinking of you often. Take care.

    Jo Dick

  133. Kink Family said on February 27th, 2007: 11:37 pm

    Cindy,
    I don’t know if Sid & Hamilton would like to come over one nite for dinner, but tell Sid to call us we would love to have them over. Or if he’s home & doesn’t feel like company, can I bring something to him? Just let me know ok. Bet you’re tired. I wish I could take your worry away, but just know that God is with you all right now. Our family will continue to pray for you all.

    Just want you to know I love ya Cindy. Let me know if I can bring u anything. Clothes, anything? This web-site is WONDERFUL! Jeremy has out done himself!

    The Kink’s

  134. brock rich said on February 28th, 2007: 8:35 am

    hey bennet, hope u get well soon!!!!!!!!! your so lucky u get to skip i.s.a.t.

  135. sabrinashimel said on February 28th, 2007: 9:29 am

    bennett,
    i know you don’t know me but oh well! anyways i hope you feel better! you are in my churches SPECIAL PRAYERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    i hope you know EVERYBODYLOVESYOUBENNETT

  136. taylor williams said on February 28th, 2007: 9:37 am

    hey Bennett were all praying 4 ya all of us on the bus miss u………get better soon

  137. The Crawford Family said on February 28th, 2007: 10:53 am

    Thought for today:

    ‘IF GOD BRINGS YOU TO IT, HE WILL BRING YOU THROUGH IT’

    The Crawford family

  138. Kelly Berkemeier said on February 28th, 2007: 11:41 am

    Bennett, I was checking out your website which I am very impressed with and I read something that Ryne Roper wrote about. I remember when Cody and you collided during a baseball game. I thought that you had been KNOCKED OUT!! The nurse in me kicked in and I went to check on you as you and Cody layed pretty lifeless in the outfield!? You said your head was fine however the rest of you was not at all fine!!! I just want you to know that you and your family are on my mind alot and I will continue to pray for you all. This webstie is a true testimony to the number of people who love and care about you. Keep your chin up!!! Kelly

  139. Mark & Sherry (Mocaby) Hall said on February 28th, 2007: 2:14 pm

    Hi Bennett, It’s J.R. and Zach’s grandma again. Hope you are feeling good and they are giving you good food that you like. Tell your mom hi for me and if there is anything I can do, please let me know. We are praying for you every day.

    Sherry (Mocaby) Hall

  140. Bethany Hammonds said on February 28th, 2007: 4:10 pm

    Hey Bennett just wanted to let you know that my church and family is praying for you and it probably stinks stayin in a hospital bed but you got to get well hope to see you soon

    From Bethany Hammonds

  141. Brooke said on February 28th, 2007: 4:44 pm

    Hey bennett you dont kno me but i want to say get well soon… everyone talks about you at school! :) ~ later ~

  142. Brooke said on February 28th, 2007: 4:49 pm

    PS they talk bout you in a good way though!!! ;) ~later~ this isnt brooke docerty* its Jones…..

  143. Marya Smith said on February 28th, 2007: 6:50 pm

    Hi Guy,

    Hope you are having a good day!!! We are getting ready to leave for Cody’s Uncle Chad’s wedding in Gatlinburg. I will call and check on you!! You all are so tough, you are my heros!! I’m Here For You!! Hang in there. Love to All!! I WILL get you a Football Balloon when we see ya next! LOVE MARYA, DENNY, CODY and PEYTON

  144. Mackenzie Clark said on February 28th, 2007: 6:55 pm

    Hey Bennett! ive never met you, but i think you kno my brother Hunter. I guess you guys played paint ball together! But i want you to know that this is hard! i have the same leukemia! and i am 21! So dont get down! you gotta be strong and know that you are gonna fight til you cant fight anymore! Appreciate all the wonderful people around you cause they are going through a rough time too! but hey we got the crap end of the deal huh? I was thinkin about what to say to you and all i kept thinking about was how i felt when they first told me about my leukemia. Its hard to believe its really happening to you,right? but you realize fast that its not a joke and that its for real. You are gonna have days that i wish you wouldnt have to go through, but chances are slim. I was most concerned about losing my hair which im sure thats not one of your top concerns being male and all. The stats are in your fav and you are gonna make it! Think of it as a baseball game… every second counts. every point counts. just gotta be more stubborn than the poison they put in our bodies. Keep your head up high, never be embarrased! You will realize how many people are out there that are thinking about you everyday. If you ever need anthing, even if you just wanna pick my brain, your more that welcome and i would love to answer questions for you. The more educated you are about your medicines and treatment plan, the better you will feel. Im in the hospital as im writing this… but guess what? my taps are clean now. i might still have to fight, but someone else is fighting with me! TO your parents! You dont kno how much of an impact you are going to have on the outcome of Bennett! Be strong and supportive! My parents would be more that willing to sit and talk with you, as would I. GOod luck to your whole family!!! Your in my prayers!!! Keep me in yours!! :) Mackenzie

    P.S. Its OK to cry!!!

  145. Olivia said on February 28th, 2007: 8:36 pm

    Hey Bennett! This is Olivia, from Sesser. I just wanted you 2 know that I’m praying for you and that God will help you through this!
    Get Well Soon!!

  146. The Galloway's said on February 28th, 2007: 9:39 pm

    Hey Bennett, Hope your havin’ a good day today. This site has been great to keep everybody up to date. Sounds like you are getting some good news.
    Just wanted to let you and your family know you are all in our prayers.
    Keep up the fight!

    Darren, Stephanie, Curtis, & Spencer

  147. Dymin said on February 28th, 2007: 10:01 pm

    oh Bennett! You are the strongest kid that I know! You dont even know how much you are loved and everyone misses you! Look at all your comments kid! whenever you are feelings down just know that here in Benton everyone cares about you and they will always be here for you no matter what! I am praying for you! You will beat this and next year you will be a big bad 8th grader and you are gunna be a total chick magnet and its gunna be the time of your life! so keep your head up because everything is going to be okay!

  148. Jamie Wilson (Niki's sister) said on February 28th, 2007: 10:13 pm

    I just wanted to let you know that Carly, Brant, Travis and I have been praying for you and your family every day. I pray for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

  149. bennett said on February 28th, 2007: 11:28 pm

    Jo Dick, it is a small world as I was with Bennett at the movies that Sunday to see Ghost Rider. Bennett and I went together. It’s one of our favorite things to do together. That afternoon Bennett mentioned to me that he knew your girls and that they were from Christopher on Tim’s basketball team. We did see Ghost Rider that day too and we thought it was just ok. Maybe next time we see ya, we’ll say hey, didn’t know you worked at RLC with Trud. Thanks for your thoughtfulness. Cindy Page

  150. The Threlkeld's said on March 1st, 2007: 8:35 am

    You and your family are in our constant thoughts and prayers as well as the entire K-4. I have had many people ask how you are doing and if you, brother, mom or dad need anything (I will give them this website). Please let us know if there is anything we can do or get for you. We miss you and give mom a big hug from all the PTO girls.

    Heather, Chad, and Logan Threlkeld

  151. The Oxfords said on March 1st, 2007: 8:51 am

    Hey Bennett,

    We are thinking of you always and praying daily. Keep a good attitude and an optimistic outlook, each day you are in St. Louis is one day closer to getting back home. Hang in there and get well soon.

    Dave, Julie, Emily and Derek

  152. Cindy said on March 1st, 2007: 8:54 am

    Hi Heather, sorry I am missing all the fun and hard work with getting ready for the PTO Spring carnival! You guys will do Great! Keep up the good work! Tell everyone at Hamilton’s school -BGS - K-4, we said hi plus thanks for all the cards, gifts, and prayers. Love your PTO co-president, Cindy

  153. Brooke said on March 1st, 2007: 9:24 am

    Hey bennnett good luck on the test!! everyone misses you here @ school… ~later~

  154. morgan said on March 1st, 2007: 9:27 am

    i hope u get beter fast and i just wunted to sey hi

  155. TaylorKearney said on March 1st, 2007: 9:28 am

    Hope ya feel better soon. I hope ya do because if ya dont you will make very sad.You r very cool. Stay strong,peace out

  156. Bailey Wynn said on March 1st, 2007: 9:28 am

    hey, hey bennett hope you are feelin all right. Also, hope your test run well tommarrow. ( I know they will). We have a v- ball game against Ewing this Friday, we will win it for ya. Hope you get better soon!! See ya!!!!!!!!

  157. Brittany said on March 1st, 2007: 9:30 am

    hi bennett i hope you are feelin alot better and get back to school soon! were prayin 4 u back in Benton!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ~Brittany Britton

  158. Becky said on March 1st, 2007: 9:30 am

    Good morning Bennett,

    I was reading your updates this morning and saw where you have a few procedures tomorrow. I’m in Florida right now visiting my sister and thought of you when we drove by a sign on a local church.

    “DO NOT BE AFRAID OF TOMORROW, GOD IS ALREADY THERE”

    Something to think about.

    Thinking of and praying for you and your family often.

    Becky Harben

  159. frankkulich said on March 1st, 2007: 9:34 am

    dear bennett
    how have you been doing.you probly want to get out of the hospital to see your friends and teachers. mrs. jones tolled us you were getting new tests tommorow. i hope the tests go well. i know you will be felling better . i will ask my church to pray for you to get better . i will pray for you too.

  160. Brooke said on March 1st, 2007: 9:37 am

    :) ;) :P :) ;) :P

  161. jackmurphy said on March 1st, 2007: 9:37 am

    dear bennett
    how are you doing to day . Mrs. jones tolled your class about you geting soom new test tomorw. please right to your webshite so I can see how you are doing.sow get well s and hope to see you soon this jack saying good bye today. date 3/1/07 thuesday. ps I well pray for you bennett.

  162. Miss Ashley said on March 1st, 2007: 10:20 am

    Ok Bennett, here is a joke you told me fOREVER ago at Learn and Play, thought it might make you smile… I still crack up when I think about it…

    “How do you make a Kleenex dance?”

    You put a little “boogie” in it!

    Have a good day!

  163. Cima family said on March 1st, 2007: 10:30 am

    Hey Bennett, we just want you to know that we are thinking of you and praying everyday. We’ve read that you will be having a hard day tomorrow, and just know that God is in control.

    Cindy, although it is Bennett that is going through this, I know that what you are going through, as his mother is significant. I know that ist is mentally tiring for you. Its a hard thing to watch your child go through all this and theres not one thing you can do or you would. I know your heart is breaking everyday, every hour. Its ok to cry and to lean on people, because if you dont, you will sink into yourself. I especially pray for you and your strength.

  164. The Lampley Family said on March 1st, 2007: 10:43 am

    Hey Bennett, just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and that you are
    in our daily prayers. I miss seeing you running around outside in the yard. HANG IN THERE AND GET WELL REAL SOON! Say HI to your mon for me.

    William, Michele, James and Mark.

  165. The Sanders Family said on March 1st, 2007: 12:15 pm

    Bennett,

    Hey Buddy, I hear you’re being really brave and strong–I had no doubt!! We are thinking about you all the time and sending super good vibes your way. Hang in there and hopefully healthful progress will just keep on coming!! You and your Mom and the rest of the crew let us know if we can help in any way up there or here–we’re ready at a moments notice!! Thanks for keeping us updated–we miss you! Take care and stay strong!

    Love, Kim, Scott, Nate and Jesse

  166. The Jackson Family said on March 1st, 2007: 12:55 pm

    Hi Bennett, just wanted to let you know that we are thinking and praying for you. I have been reading on your site, sounds like you are going to be missing alot of school. Too bad it wasnt under other circumstances, uh!

    Hi Cindy, sounds like you have plenty of support but if we can do anything let us know.

    Love, Cory,Julie,Shelby and Cole

  167. Lisa and Donald Dunn said on March 1st, 2007: 2:24 pm

    Hi Bennett — just want you to know that you’re in our thoughts and prayers and also that there are many people in Bowling Green, KY praying for you as well! Make sure your Mom is behaving and tell her if she needs anything at all to just let me know.

    Hang in there!

  168. Alyssa Summers said on March 1st, 2007: 3:57 pm

    Hey bennett.
    I just wanted to say that i love you, and we all do miss you vverrryyy much!!
    Hang in there and God will surely help you through all of this!
    You’ll come back and you’ll be a big bad 8th grader..and all girls will lovee youu!
    so hang in there..and we’ll see you soon!

  169. Lindsay said on March 1st, 2007: 4:02 pm

    hey bennett,
    well hope you get better soon! im praying for you!
    (im in mrs.harben’s 7th grade math class)haha
    bye

  170. Brooke said on March 1st, 2007: 4:18 pm

    hey bennett i hope you feel better! i also hope that the tests come back good! :) well you can tell everyone is hoping you get better by all the comments you have!!! ~later~ Brooke Jones

  171. whitney whaley said on March 1st, 2007: 6:47 pm

    man bennett i cant wait I miss you soo much
    when you get home im thinking party! lol well all have fun when your home
    im praying you get better soon and fast i miss you so much its boring 8th and 4th hour your the reson i come to class! lol j/p well i love you soo much and we all miss you
    have a good night bye!
    ttyl love whitney

  172. Jeff & JoEllen Miller said on March 1st, 2007: 9:03 pm

    Bennett: We’ve been praying for you and your family everyday. I hope your tests go well tomorrow. God promises to never give us more than we can handle, so stay positive and know that there are A LOT of people praying for you and supporting you!

  173. Diana Roper said on March 2nd, 2007: 9:16 am

    Bennett and Cindy:

    Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you daily. The first thing I do each morning when I get to work is check your website to get an update. What a great resource to have to keep the lines of communication open between you and all of your supporters. I want you to know that our extended families are praying for your family. Jeff’s family in Harrisburg has you on their prayer lists at church, and my mom in Cincinnati has you on their prayer list at her church. I’m a firm believer that things always happen for a reason. I know this is a tough time for you but as I read through this website, I can see the impact that this is having on a lot of young people. Hopefully, this will make them realize that if they do not already have God in their lives, that they surely need him. What a tribute to Bennett if young people come to know the lord because of his example. Stay strong and just know that God is with you always. Bennett, Coach Roper used to have a saying printed on the high school baseball team shirts that read: Ranger Baseball, determined every out, inning, game. Basically, that means stay determined every step of the way. You are a part of the Ranger Baseball family and we will all stay determined every out, inning and game with you.

    Diana Roper

  174. reannacarter said on March 2nd, 2007: 9:38 am

    Hey Bennett you don’t know me but i have heard a lot about you. I hope you feal better we
    all hope you get better by.

  175. salon34 girls said on March 2nd, 2007: 3:08 pm

    Hey Bennett we are all taking turns checking out your site ,it is so cool! We are all praying daily for you and your family, we think you are all so strong. We do have a complaint to file with you , the picture with the hot nurse! We all thought we were the hot women in your life, we are jealous you have replaced us !!! Miss you lots! the staff at Salon 34, we love you too Cindy

  176. Myrna said on March 2nd, 2007: 4:29 pm

    Bennett,
    I think your dog friend is so cool! He looks like he is at home with you! I am praying for good results from your tests today so maybe you and mom can get home. Keep eatin no matter what it is really important!
    I was reading a verse today and thought of you, it is in Philippians 4: 4-7 It says: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Regoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. and peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. So don’t forget don’t worry let God have control of this situation and he will lead you thru! Stay strong!!!! Myrna

  177. Brooke said on March 2nd, 2007: 6:55 pm

    hey bennett!! glad to see you feel better :) i hope u can come home :) :) a few people shaved their heads for ya…… ~later~ Brooke Jones

  178. Rob, Gay, Alecia,Brad and Bryson said on March 2nd, 2007: 9:24 pm

    Hey Bennett,
    Just want to let you know that we are checking up on you every day. We read your latest update and hope that God continues to answer the many prayers for your good test results. We are keeping you in our prayers. Stay strong and stay positive

  179. Cody,Denny,Marya,Peyton said on March 2nd, 2007: 10:23 pm

    Hey Bennett, Was going on man? well we are in tennessee and we are thinking about you. I hope those tests come back good so you can come back to Benton. My Dad said anytime you want hooters wings he’ll get them. haha well i just wanted you to know our in our prayers and we love ya.
    Love,
    Cody,Denny,Marya,Peyton

  180. Mrs. McCollum said on March 3rd, 2007: 1:14 pm

    Hi Bennett,
    I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. You have a lot of people who care about you and are praying for a quick recovery. The website is great! Take care and I will talk to you soon.

    T McCollum

  181. Mark & Sherry (Mocaby) Hall said on March 3rd, 2007: 1:42 pm

    Hi Bennett, So glad to hear you and mom are at home with dad and Hamilton. I know everyone is glad to hear this good news. We are still thinking about you and praying for you and your family. This website is awesome!

  182. Cima family said on March 3rd, 2007: 4:03 pm

    Great update!!! Congratulations!!! and Welcome Home Bennett & Cindy! We’ll keep praying!

  183. Brooke said on March 3rd, 2007: 5:36 pm

    Welcome Home Bennett!!! glad to see ya getting better very quikly…:) ~ later~

  184. Mr. Crisp said on March 3rd, 2007: 6:35 pm

    Hey Bennett,

    I’m glad to see that you made it home. I just wanted to let you know that we miss you in 5th Hour Social Studies. Keep on hanging in there. We are praying for you at our church. Hope to see you soon!

  185. Becky said on March 3rd, 2007: 9:44 pm

    Welcome home Bennett!

    Praise God for answered prayers. So glad you are home and can sleep in your own bed for a change. I imagine they’ve told you this, but the chemo will make you very sleepy. I can remember sleeping for almost 36 hours straight about a week after my treatments. Knowing that tiredness is one of the symptoms of your disease, don’t think it still has a hold of you–it’s probably the chemo.

    Don’t try to do too much and just take one day at a time. You are a very brave young man and lucky to have such a great family and many friends praying for you.
    Welcome home to you, too, Cindy!

    Becky Harben

  186. Mrs. Hammond said on March 3rd, 2007: 11:05 pm

    Bennett,
    This was the news I was hoping to hear!!!!! We just got home and I sat down at the computer to check your website for an update on your tests. I was so excited to see that you had come home last night. I guess that means your tests results were all good. Praise the Lord for answering our prayers!
    Get plenty of rest and do what the Doctors have told you to do. We hope to see you out and about really soon!

  187. jacob logsdon said on March 4th, 2007: 1:42 am

    i am glad to hear u got to come home praise god i am so so so so so glad to hear that well just looking and found out u got to come home and wanted to say good luck o hope u dont get it agian bye

  188. jacob logsdon said on March 4th, 2007: 1:44 am

    i am glad to hear u got to come home praise god i am so so so so so glad to hear that well just looking and found out u got to come home and wanted to say good luck i hope u dont get it agian bye srry i had a typ-o

  189. whitney&&kelc said on March 4th, 2007: 2:03 am

    heyy! whats goign on
    im sooo happy that your better!
    i miss you tonzz!!
    i love ya sooo much!!

  190. Jayna K Hart said on March 4th, 2007: 8:51 am

    Hi, Bennett and family,
    I am glad to hear you got to come back to Ranger country for a bit. Take is slow and steady and get some much needed rest, not to mention some good home cooked meals. Hey I know all the pizza joints # if you need some. Just let me know. Need any errands ran, call my secretary at BGS! She can find me….. Hope it goes well for you for awhile, kudos to those old lunch friends of mine who shaved their heads for Bennett, NOW that’s a TRUE friend. Prayers going out for all of you. Take care.. :)

  191. Raven said on March 4th, 2007: 9:07 am

    Hey Bennett! hope ur fellin better. love ur website!

  192. Katie Childers said on March 4th, 2007: 10:57 am

    Hey Bennett!!!!! Whats up? I hope you egt better soon!!!!!! It will be tough but hang in there!!!!!!!!!

    ~*~Katie Childers~*~

  193. Stephanie Clark said on March 4th, 2007: 2:25 pm

    Hey Bennett,

    We just wanted to say “hi” and to let you and your family know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you got your balloons and you liked them. I told them strictly sports and bright colors nothing girly!!!LOL Hope everything goes well, we know it will. Be looking forward to seeing you at the Boccie soon. We need to have another kids Boccie Ball tourney. Conner & Paven loved it whenever they had them. Be sure to drop that hint to your Dad, ha-ha. Please tell your parents and Grandpa Sid and Grandma Jane that we are thinking of them too and are here for all of you. Get well soon.

    Love
    The Clarks
    Mark, Stephanie, Conner, & Paven

  194. Schelly Smiley said on March 4th, 2007: 7:15 pm

    Cindy- Hey! This is Schelly Smiley. I am so glad that Bennett got to come home. GREAT NEWS! I wanted you and your family to know that I think about all of you each day. Ashley my youngest daughter went through this treatment about 6 years ago. She askes me all the time about Bennett and if I have heard how things are going. Ashley tells people that God made her better. She never thinks about all the medicine she took, but God did it. Just remember that all things are possible with God. I can tell you right now that GOD will get you through this. Prayer is a powerful thing. Hang in there. Your in our thoughts and prayers. The Smiley’s

  195. Brooke said on March 4th, 2007: 7:27 pm

    Hey bennnett !! how u feeling? hope u feeling better still!! :)

  196. The Shurtz Family said on March 4th, 2007: 8:01 pm

    Bennett,
    Eloise told me about your website. It’s great! Carl and I went to school with your dad. You may know Nathan (Nut). He’s a senior in high school. We wanted to let you and your family know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We’re so glad you’re home. We’ll be praying for you!
    Carl, Kathy & Nathan Shurtz

  197. The Claycamp Family said on March 5th, 2007: 12:27 am

    Bennett,
    Wow! What a great site you have here. We just wanted to let you know we are thinking and praying for you. I’m glad to hear you came home. Sid and Cindy we are thinking about you guys too! If you need anything please let us know — we’re here!
    Bennett you hang in there and stay tuff!
    The Claycamp’s
    Dan, Sherry, Kasey & Thomas

  198. Miss Ashley said on March 5th, 2007: 9:22 am

    Hey Bennett! Your Aunt Annette told my mom and dad at church that you got to come home….That is awesome! Keep Fighting!!! So proud of you!!!

  199. zack said on March 5th, 2007: 10:14 am

    hi bennett

    it’s zack mocaby and i know that a lot of people said they know me and it’s true.It stinks.So i just wanted to say hope you get better bye.

  200. zack said on March 5th, 2007: 10:17 am

    And i also wanted to say your in my praresso get better soon.

    from zack mocaby

  201. salon34 girls said on March 5th, 2007: 10:42 am

    hey Bennett we are sooo glad you are home! you and cindy get to sleep in your own bed that has got to be a better rest for you both! Laura said she saw you Sat. and your in good spirits, stay strong! We all hope to see you soon! Salon34

  202. Jan Johnston said on March 5th, 2007: 12:07 pm

    Hi Bennett!

    Just wanted to tell you we have been praying for you every day! There isn’t a day that goes by that we don’t think about you and wonder how you are doing! Cindy, Sid & Hamilton - you all are in our prayers too!! Just keep your faith in God and he will get you through this. Don’t ever give up Bennett — We know you can win this battle!!!

    It was good to hear that you got to come for a few days! We were so glad to see this website so that we can keep up with your progress! Hang tough & we’ll keep our prayers going!!

    Love,
    Jeff, Jan, Jared & Jenna
    Johnston

  203. Lynne Stanton said on March 5th, 2007: 12:58 pm

    Hello Bennett:
    You don’t know me but I knew your dad many years ago (25 to be exact). I saw an article in the Benton Evening News about your friends shaving their heads in support of you. What a wonderful thing. Anyway, just wanted to tell you that you are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be.

  204. Brock Britton said on March 5th, 2007: 4:00 pm

    Hey Bennett- I know your tests are going to go great tomorrow! I’ll be thinking about you !

  205. Emily Tate said on March 5th, 2007: 4:23 pm

    hey Bennett! Stay strong! you can make it through this. We are all praying for u!!

  206. The Shurtz Family said on March 5th, 2007: 4:47 pm

    Bennett!
    The Shurtz family is praying for you. We hope you are feeling well. Selection Sunday is coming up soon and let’s all get behind the Salukis. Take care and we will touch base with you soon.
    Tonya, Rod, Seiger, Sayler and Macy

  207. Cindy said on March 5th, 2007: 8:51 pm

    Thank you to everyone for the overwhelming support to Bennett and our family. Bennett and I read the comments together. Sometimes we cry and sometimes we laugh. It is very touching that so many have reached out to us through this website, through a card, or by gifts. Thanks to everyone that have brought by food or groceries, This is the best home cooking we have had in weeks!

    Keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we had back to St. Louis Childrens Hospital for a check of his blood cell count in the morning.

    Cindy

  208. Kink Family said on March 5th, 2007: 11:15 pm

    I was just heading off to bed & thought I would check your web-site before I did so. Cindy, I didn’t want to call you AGAIN & bug you. I’ll be praying that your test results turn out positive tomorrow Bennett. It was really great seeing you on Saturday. Cindy thanks again for letting Kyle come over on Saturday. He had a great time & misses his buddy! Please call me when you get a chance & let me know another nite I can bring food over this week.
    Just letting you all know each one of you are in our prayers through the day.

    P.S. Bennett, have Kyle to tell you about the Miami University Tennis Team! Kyle, Mason & Trey wanted them to autograph their head! ha ha

    Tammi, Kevin, Kyle & Lauren

  209. The Prices said on March 6th, 2007: 2:51 am

    Good Luck with your test tomorrow Bennett, you are all in our constant prayers.
    Much Love,
    Roger, Tami & Abbie

  210. The Childers said on March 6th, 2007: 8:55 am

    sid, cindy, bennett, and hamilton,
    we are praying fervently for you daily. i pray that God will grant you peace as you fight this battle. you’re doing a great job. bennett, you’re lucky you have a mom who is so organized!! hang in there sid and cindy. we’re waiting for today’s results and hoping you get great reports! can’t wait to hear.
    the childers

  211. Mark & Sherry (Mocaby) Hall said on March 6th, 2007: 11:34 am

    Hi Bennett, We are praying you will have GREAT test results today. We admire you and we also admire your mom. She is one special lady. Ju