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    • June 16, 2011 at 2:06 pm
    mom3girlsFL
    Participant

    I don't know why I keep putting off things my gut keeps telling me to say.  You would think after having been through the melanoma experience you would say what you need to say, when you need to say it.

    I have followed your story behind the scenes for a long time.  I have often wanted to log in and send loving thoughts and prayers to you both.  I have watched your videos.  I have cried with you.  I have prayed for you.  I have been encouraged by you.  I have been scared by you.  I have been strengthened by you.

    I don't know why I keep putting off things my gut keeps telling me to say.  You would think after having been through the melanoma experience you would say what you need to say, when you need to say it.

    I have followed your story behind the scenes for a long time.  I have often wanted to log in and send loving thoughts and prayers to you both.  I have watched your videos.  I have cried with you.  I have prayed for you.  I have been encouraged by you.  I have been scared by you.  I have been strengthened by you.

    I don't know if either of you could know the depth of emotion you have touched in my heart.  I am sure I am not the only one.  I love you both and have never met you.

    I thank you so much for letting me in to your lives through your posts, through your videos.  I have never seen such an amazing couple – the two of you are so truly blessed to have each other.

    I am ashamed at myself for taking so long to send this message.

    I want you both to know I have been praying for you all along.  I want you both to know you are probably two of the strongest people I have ever encountered. 

    Thank you for opening your hearts and lives to me.  You are both an inspiration.  Eric, you are my hero. 

    God bless you both.

    Laurie 

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      • June 16, 2011 at 3:29 pm
      Sherron
      Participant

      Laurie,

      You said it so well….Thinking of Eric and Jill….Sending Prayer, Hugs, and Love.

      Take Care,

      Sherron, wife to Jim FOREVER

      • June 16, 2011 at 3:29 pm
      Sherron
      Participant

      Laurie,

      You said it so well….Thinking of Eric and Jill….Sending Prayer, Hugs, and Love.

      Take Care,

      Sherron, wife to Jim FOREVER

      • June 16, 2011 at 3:39 pm
      Carol Taylor
      Participant

      Amen, Laurie.

      Grace and peace,

      Carol

      • June 16, 2011 at 3:39 pm
      Carol Taylor
      Participant

      Amen, Laurie.

      Grace and peace,

      Carol

      • June 16, 2011 at 3:52 pm
      EricNJill
      Participant

      Thank you so very much for that blessing.  It really means so much to me.  Eric's paralysis has moved up into his abdomen now.  I'm watching him slowly slip away.  My heart is breaking.  I feel the love here and it helps me so much.  I just wish I could stand with you all and wrap my arms around you.

      JillNEric in OH

        • June 16, 2011 at 5:57 pm
        shellebrownies
        Participant

        Jill,

        I haven't been on MPIP very long so I didn't know your story well until recently. However, it certainly has moved me. I wish I could give you a hug, too. My heart breaks for the both of you.

        Michelle, wife of Don

        • June 16, 2011 at 5:57 pm
        shellebrownies
        Participant

        Jill,

        I haven't been on MPIP very long so I didn't know your story well until recently. However, it certainly has moved me. I wish I could give you a hug, too. My heart breaks for the both of you.

        Michelle, wife of Don

        • June 16, 2011 at 6:20 pm
        Sherron
        Participant

        Jill – thinking of you and Eric constantly…computer still broke…thanks for updating here.

        My heart is breaking for you…..for I know how you feel.  I, too, wish I was with you and could fold my arms around you.  Love, Prayers, and Hugs.. Hold God's Hand Tightly and He will help you through this journey.

        Take Care,

        Sherron, wife to Jim FOREVER

        • June 16, 2011 at 6:20 pm
        Sherron
        Participant

        Jill – thinking of you and Eric constantly…computer still broke…thanks for updating here.

        My heart is breaking for you…..for I know how you feel.  I, too, wish I was with you and could fold my arms around you.  Love, Prayers, and Hugs.. Hold God's Hand Tightly and He will help you through this journey.

        Take Care,

        Sherron, wife to Jim FOREVER

        • June 17, 2011 at 3:33 am
        FormerCaregiver
        Participant

        Jill and Eric, words cannot adequately express how I feel. As you may know, I lost my wife
        to the horrible disease but her battle was over quickly.

        Despite the fact that you are facing the greatest difficulties imaginable, you continue to
        give us inspiration through the incredible faith that you both have. I truly feel that God
        is giving you the strength necessary to cope with this situation. Remember that I have
        asked many people to pray for you, and have been assured of their continued prayers.

        May God give you peace and strength.

        Frank from Australia

        • June 17, 2011 at 3:33 am
        FormerCaregiver
        Participant

        Jill and Eric, words cannot adequately express how I feel. As you may know, I lost my wife
        to the horrible disease but her battle was over quickly.

        Despite the fact that you are facing the greatest difficulties imaginable, you continue to
        give us inspiration through the incredible faith that you both have. I truly feel that God
        is giving you the strength necessary to cope with this situation. Remember that I have
        asked many people to pray for you, and have been assured of their continued prayers.

        May God give you peace and strength.

        Frank from Australia

      • June 16, 2011 at 3:52 pm
      EricNJill
      Participant

      Thank you so very much for that blessing.  It really means so much to me.  Eric's paralysis has moved up into his abdomen now.  I'm watching him slowly slip away.  My heart is breaking.  I feel the love here and it helps me so much.  I just wish I could stand with you all and wrap my arms around you.

      JillNEric in OH

      • June 16, 2011 at 5:38 pm
      nicoli
      Participant

      The sad fact is that many of us on this board will die from melanoma. 

      I want to thank you, Eric and Jill for the videos, your examples of courage and your  encouragement to all of us.

      It may be that Eric is now dying and if that is true, then he is teaching all of us how to die with courage and dignity.

      Thank you, Eric

      Nicki, Stage 3b

      • June 16, 2011 at 5:38 pm
      nicoli
      Participant

      The sad fact is that many of us on this board will die from melanoma. 

      I want to thank you, Eric and Jill for the videos, your examples of courage and your  encouragement to all of us.

      It may be that Eric is now dying and if that is true, then he is teaching all of us how to die with courage and dignity.

      Thank you, Eric

      Nicki, Stage 3b

      • June 16, 2011 at 6:46 pm
      SoCalDave
      Participant

      My prayers and thoughts are with you both. You have no idea what an inspiration both of you have been to so many.

      David

      • June 16, 2011 at 6:46 pm
      SoCalDave
      Participant

      My prayers and thoughts are with you both. You have no idea what an inspiration both of you have been to so many.

      David

      • June 16, 2011 at 8:35 pm
      MaryO
      Participant

      Dear Eric and Jill,

      This is my first post, and let me follow others in saying with an inspiration and strength you both are. My warm prayers to you both.

      Yours,

      Mary

      • June 16, 2011 at 8:35 pm
      MaryO
      Participant

      Dear Eric and Jill,

      This is my first post, and let me follow others in saying with an inspiration and strength you both are. My warm prayers to you both.

      Yours,

      Mary

      • June 17, 2011 at 12:44 am
      ValinMtl
      Participant

      Thank you for posting this beautiful tribute.  Eric is truly an inspiration to us all as he battles the monster and Jill as his caregiver has give her heart and soul to this fight.  Both wonderful people.  We are thinking and praying for them in their hour of great need.  Val xx

        • June 17, 2011 at 1:45 am
        NicOz
        Participant

        Absolutely. There is not a waking hour that I don't think about Eric and Jill. Two truly beautiful people.

        • June 17, 2011 at 5:43 pm
        mzeigler
        Participant

        I started following your battle with melanoma about a year ago when my wife was starting her final struggles.  We were taking IL-2 and ipi as you were,  so I was anxious to see how you were doing.  I was always struck by your courage and optimism, and you obvious love for each other.  Your faith in God was also quite evident.  Unfortunately, my wife passed away about 2 months ago, and as I read your latest posting, I am reminded of those last painful times I spent with her.  I hope and pray that you get through this time and find comfort in knowing you have the support and love of many people reading your story.

        Mike

        • June 17, 2011 at 5:43 pm
        mzeigler
        Participant

        I started following your battle with melanoma about a year ago when my wife was starting her final struggles.  We were taking IL-2 and ipi as you were,  so I was anxious to see how you were doing.  I was always struck by your courage and optimism, and you obvious love for each other.  Your faith in God was also quite evident.  Unfortunately, my wife passed away about 2 months ago, and as I read your latest posting, I am reminded of those last painful times I spent with her.  I hope and pray that you get through this time and find comfort in knowing you have the support and love of many people reading your story.

        Mike

        • June 17, 2011 at 1:45 am
        NicOz
        Participant

        Absolutely. There is not a waking hour that I don't think about Eric and Jill. Two truly beautiful people.

      • June 17, 2011 at 12:44 am
      ValinMtl
      Participant

      Thank you for posting this beautiful tribute.  Eric is truly an inspiration to us all as he battles the monster and Jill as his caregiver has give her heart and soul to this fight.  Both wonderful people.  We are thinking and praying for them in their hour of great need.  Val xx

      • June 18, 2011 at 1:29 am
      JuleFL
      Participant
      Eric and Jill,
      You are awe-inspiring. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. In spite of this dreadful disease, your love for each other is so strong and sends out a powerful message to us about why we are here. Thank you for your frankness and sharing of your battle.
      Jule
      • June 18, 2011 at 1:29 am
      JuleFL
      Participant
      Eric and Jill,
      You are awe-inspiring. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. In spite of this dreadful disease, your love for each other is so strong and sends out a powerful message to us about why we are here. Thank you for your frankness and sharing of your battle.
      Jule
        • June 20, 2011 at 7:38 pm
        Sherron
        Participant

        Jule,

        Hello, Hope you are doing well…I think of  you often and hoping you are doing better.  It is very difficult, isn't it? 

        Take Care,

        Sherron,  wife to Jim FOREVER

        • June 20, 2011 at 7:38 pm
        Sherron
        Participant

        Jule,

        Hello, Hope you are doing well…I think of  you often and hoping you are doing better.  It is very difficult, isn't it? 

        Take Care,

        Sherron,  wife to Jim FOREVER

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