Hi love!! I’m at one of my Relay for Life events right right now and just wanted to tell you that we had a very successful bone marrow drive!! We also have raised over $50,000 for ACS!! Yay! Anyways I just wanted to say hi and tell you I was thinking of you and me and 800 students will be up all night tonight fighting cancer and thinking of you 🙂 Love you!! WE BELIEVE!! <3 Sadie
hey there hirschey pie..which i had the other day..oo probably shouldn’t tell you that…to make it up to you when you get home ill buy you as many as you want!! that promise probably doesn’t help right now but just think of the future! ok enough about food. there is a SUPRISE coming in the mail for you..heavy and packed in a box far too small for its size…something fantastic from vegas from all cioa bella ladies. we thought about you constantly wishing you were there and will be having another vacation next year so, something else to get pumped for..vacations and hirshy pies! can’t go wrong..i love ya jax! stay stong and keep up the good work..you amaze me!
Hi, Sweetheart. Just a little note for now but I want you and your Mom to know I’m thinking about you and missing you. Reports sound great and I’m so proud of you both. You really are an inspiration to all of us and have taught all of us the important lesson that the important things in life are not “things”. Keep up all the good things you’re doing an keep flashing your beautiful smile. I love you SO much!
HeyJax! I love reading when you have good updates! That’s so great to hear that your WBC counts are going up! YAH! Can’t wait for you both to come home…Almost half way there!!! Keep eating well and exercising, i know it must suck to exercise when you’re not in the mood at times, but it’s paying off, which is awesome! Can’t wait to see you! I love you and miss you tons! XOXOXO~Kerri
I just wanted to say hi and tell you that the girls and i are always thinking about you and your mom everyday. lucy has the wall next to her bed decorated with pictures of you and your family.so we always talk about you guys. i am glad to hear you are doing well and like always keeping your strength up and are staying strong. we truely believe in you! on another note, lucy finally fits into your black “party shoes” (that’s what she calls them) that you gave her. she always tells me that they are Jacquie’s, she loves them, thank you so much for giving them so her. and the ways she says your name is soo cute, i can’t wait until you guys get to talk and have conversations with you, you will definitly be laughing. i hope your good days continue and your strength keeps on building. we miss you and your mom soooooo much.
Hey love!You so incredible! I am so impressed with everything youve been doing…yoga?! Thats great! Just wanted to say hi and tell you that I love you!<3brina
Hey there Jax: Just a quick “hello” and just letting you know that I’m thinking about you all the time. I hope today will be another good day for you. I think the girls and I are gonna be hanging out with TJ tonight. Probably grab something to eat for dinner. So, I’ll be talking to you soon. Take care and remember that WE ALL BELIEVE… and I love you and your Mom soooo much!!!
Jax and sharon well jaime had her girl 9lbs and 2oz that was a big girl they are all doing fine jax the big box is on it way. you will have lots of fun you and your family.Sorry its take so long to write raising two puppies working the crazy jobs i have and trying to get ready for my trip is insane . but as always things work out. i am leaving wed night for the long haul with the dogs to florida so i’ll have to write you when i get there. tell your mom that donna arrived at home safely. and i am taking the dogs to see her on sunday. i cant wait to see my family next week. it been six months to a year. only half of us will be there but the others i see here in buffalo. were all getting excited . so i know how you and your mom feel when you get to see t.j. and torey. Once again iam sops roud of your progress. i’ll tell you this is making me learn my computer. ha ha . anyways we all hope you and your family enjoy the box. Keep eating those cupcakes. tell your mother to eat with you. we all cant wait for you guys to come home. we descided that we will waite for the baby shower for when you guys are home so we all can celebrate two beautiful lifes . well i could say three my dogs. okay i won’t go that far . any ways keep up the great job and i’ll check in from florida. see you soon love sandy, the dogs and everyone else that follows us.
Natalie, Paige, Shannon, Allison, and Stephan says:
Hi Jax! We are soo happy to know that you have been doing well. We each pray for you every day! We are so happy and proud of you, you are soo strong. We have so much faith in you! Keep it up Jax, you can do it! ~Natalie Maranto, Stephanie Meholick, Paige Pedini, Allison Corretore, and Shannon Kieffer :]
Hi Jax: WOW! What an incredible April 3rd update. Your Mom made me cry. Her words were perfect and so heart-warming=>) But everything she said is true. You are an amazing person and you are extremely lucky to have such a loving, wonderful family! (Oh yea, that includes me) And I’m also glad to read more good news updates. Keep up the hard work, each day will get easier with time. Sorry that there isn’t really anything going on here to tell you about. You’re not missing much. It’s rainy and chilly and the back yard is VERY muddy, those darn dogs think it’s so funny to run through it! I have to put them in the stationary tub in the basement every night before we go to bed and wash them off. It reallystinks! And they are not light, although they sometimes try to act like “lap dogs”. Sunday, however, is supposed to be like 60 and sunny so maybe I can finally wash ALL the salt off my car. The week after…rain…everyday. So, I certainly hope NYC is having more enjoyable weather so you can walk outside and get some fresh air. Tell you Mom I love her, please. I miss you both so much and I think about you everyday! Love you lots! WE ALL BELIEVE!!!
Hirschie pie!! Don’t lie your heart is beating so fast for me…I know it!! YOGA huh??? Liz and I will definitely join you in that adventure…our last yoga teacher (Rob) was GREAT…the love of liz’s life!! jk! The weather is starting to get better and that means…father daughter bike ride soon!!!!! OH YEA!! My dad went to the bike show and saw your guys’s cars and a “beautiful” picture of you laying on top of one…sexy mama!!! (I think he wanted to say hot instead of beautiful but that would have been beyond weird….) Well I should probably get back to working…ugh. I love you and miss you and can’t wait until your counts are up and were all playing around town again!! xoxox Ashley
temperature starting to rise…a couple weeks id bet it will be 100…but the sun always comes up in the morning…that is all i need to see each day…and know you are well… results are in from my competition… judges said my arms could be abit bigger…my legs more defined…if they could see my abs they probably need work too…and my back had cushion marks from a couch or sofa in it so they couldnt make a judgement on it… so i came in 11th place…im pretty excited for that, but there were only 6 people competing…i dont get it… i need a new hobby…i think ill try out for “so you think you can dance?”…my answer is no but who cares… maybe gymnastics…i have a killer iron cross with a ginger hecht thrown in…you gotta see it
hey there, YOGA…holy mostapanova. you are a better man than i gunga din..i keep trying it and i am just so BAD!!!!actually if anyone saw me they would laugh….i even have a mat and i look like you know what!!! all kidding aside, good reports, we’ll take them every time!! i am off to albany today, so by monday when i read your updates you will be WAY closer to half way home!!!yippee! i spoke with your dad today and he was telling me about about the visits that are planned. larry and i want to drive down to see you and your mom, so you and your mom start coming up with a good week for a day visit!! i send you my love and a vision of this pudgy ancient body doing yoga and no i do not wear ’cute’ outfits!!!! aunt val
Good Morning Jacquie, Wishing all good things , for you and saying extra prayers that your WBC continues on the rise!! You are doing it!! Probably at times it seems so tough but you ARE doing it and the days are moving. Continue to take care of you, and hello and hugs to your mom! You are btoh in my thoughts, so constantly. Love, Sara
Jacquie and Sharon, Hang in there, you both are doing so wonderful at being strong! I know of no one stronger than you two. We, along with many other people, are sending you strengh through our prayers every day. You WILL move through this, and WIN!! Your almost half way there, your DOING IT! Even as you sleep at night your still moving forward! Keep your eye on the prize, day 100 ! Clapping, Praying, BELIVEING Missy
Hey Jacquie! I am so glad your dad and brother surprised you the other day..That is awesome..I hope you have a wonderful day! Keep thinking positive : )
CHIQUIIIIIITA JACQUIIIIIIIIITA!!!!!! Hola chicky poo, what’s up? Happy Day 42!!! I liked your friend’s idea (I’m sorry, law school has sucked my brain & I already forgot his name) anyway, I liked his idea so I grabbed Amethyst’s paws and made her clap her paws for you too! The whole Rennie clan here at 107 Peppertree Drive Apt 12. has been clapping their paws for you! Keep up the amazing work!!! you have a HUGE cheering section here, there and EVERYWHERE!!<3 delisha <3WE BELIEVE
Jacquie, I have just read your recent updates and am so glad that you are nearing the halfway point. I don’t know if you realize the difference you are making in all the lives of the people reading your story. Today is my mom’s birthday and I am thankful for the gift of her life and all that she has taught me in her 81 years. Life is such a precious gift and the good times go so quickly and the hard so much slower but with the gift of a lesson to teach. I am thankful for your life and how you have touched mine. Thank you each day for reminding us all about faith, love and family and always the gift of hope and believing. I’m thinking of you and your family. Love Mrs. B always believing
Hey Friend!! woohoo more good news! Im so happy for you, didn’t doubt for a second tho! My strong lil pixie! By the way at the exact moment you had a meatball sub, billy was enjoying one as well, emm weird… he was extra happy for you when he heard that!haha. I miss you and can’t wait until we are both back in the blo together! Love you so much Nichole
Bigbig! i missed your im’s this morning i forgot to put an away message up as i was 5 min late for class when i woke up and still had to finish a paper to hand into it before i could run there. so sad! i was thinking about you all last night ESPECIALLY during these are the days, but youre almost to day 50 yayy! which means youre almost halfway back to the big bad buff(alo)! hope youre having a great day i love and miss you :)come online again soon!!
hi jacquie and sharon, just read aunt sheryl’s last note and she said it all so well. it was perfect…the pride, the love, the faith and so much more. i can only imagine how difficult it is for all of your family to be sepaterated from you both at this time. a short while ago,i was looking at one of my very favorite quotes, it sits here on my desk. it is by e.e. cummings and i thought i would share it. “the most wasted of all days is one without laughter” well, goodness knows we have michael for that!!! he makes me smile and laugh with his dialogue and i hope he does the same for you both. i need you to know how strong you both are and even when it gets tough, you keep going forward, together. you are a gift to one another. hug each other for me… love you so much. aunt val
Hi Jacquie, My computer is back so I just caught up on he updates. Now I need to catch up on all your messages. It’s so great that so many people are telling you how much they love you and you’re so important in their lives. I’ve always known how amazing you are and I’m not surprised to know that many, many others think so too. Keep up the good work–you are doing an awesome job working toward your recovery. Your paper chain must be looking smaller! Give my love o your Mom. I love and miss you both SO much and I believe!
Hi Jacquie, What a wonderful teacher you are. Your class room isnt just a small room in a school, Its to thousands of people in the world!!! What a classroom!! Every day you teach us patience and perseverance, strength and courage, faith in family, to love and be loved. You are teaching life lessons that have such an impact on so many people of all ages! Keep moving forward Jacquie, It wont be long before you move your lessons into that classroom in a school…and oh, what a teacher their going to get!!!! Clapping, Praying, BELIVEING Missy
Hey Brace,Glad to see that everything is going well. You just got to get those white blood cells up! I can’t wait to come and see you. Maybe the Share Bear can make us some mashed potatoes and frozen pizza. I hope you are keeping up with the Hills. Stupid Heidi and Spencer make me sick! Ok well I should probably get back to work. love you!xoxoxLiz
Good morning Sharon & Jacquie! Almost half way to home! You are both so incredibly strong. I don’t know any other mother & daughter that could be together like this for all this time & still be BFF’s! (and I speak for myself!) Sharon, once again, you continue to amaze me with your strength & courage. I am honored to say you are my twin sister! Someone once told me, “nobody said life would be easy…they just promised it would be worth it”. Stay strong, and know that you are never alone..we are all here for you. Jacquie, sometimes I know it may seem like the world is going on without you, but don’t forget that you are on your own choosen journey, doing just what you are meant to do. And from this I know that one day you will realize what a special person you really are, & you will be able to help others through tough times in their lives, by passing on your strength & courage. I love you both so much, we are all looking forward to the “welcome home” party! Stay strong, take care of each other, and never, never stop Believing!
Hi Jax: What wonderful news I just read! All of your updates sound great. Cupcakes and meatball subs…that is awsome =) It makes me hungry. I’m trying to watch what I eat right now cuz bathing suit season is coming up and I look like a beached whale! I just bought a scale and I think it’s inaccurate!(LOL) Anyway, what a surprise having TJ and your Dad show up, that was so nice. I know how much it means to you, having ALL of your family there. You guys are really close. But, almost half way there…then I can make you my chicken wing dip. Don’t forget, the whole pan can be yours (*you may have to fight off TJ, though). I’m so proud of you, and your Mom. The two of you are so strong and such an inspiration to everyone. I miss you both like crazy and I can’t wait for you to come home. I love you both and WE ALL BELIEVE!!!!!
hey jacquie! Day 41-getting to the halfway mark! im so happy that you have had good days, keep it up! That is so nice that your dad and tj got to visit you and your mom-I bet you had a good day with them! I know it has to be hard for them to go home, but just think next time you see them itll be that much closer to when you can come home! Good luck tomorrow at clinic, you are in my thoughts and prayers always!! You are doing great Jax! Keep up the good work! I love you and miss you!! Stay strong, WE ALL BELIEVE IN YOU! 🙂 love ya ~ amanda
hola bonita, que pasa? I just wanted to send you a quick message before I hit the hay. Day 41 is almost over, day 42 will soon be here and then before you know it day 50! Even though at times it seems like time might be standing still, or moving at a snail’s pace, each minute that goes by is getting you & your family closer to being reunited for good once again! I can’t imagine how much you & Sharon miss Torey & TJ after they leave, but just remember that the missing them is just a sign of how much your family loves one another… and the missing them will just make it that much better when you are all together again under one roof. Stay strong chicky, you can do this.WE BELIEVE<3 delisha <3 I LOVE YOU
Hi Jacquie, Wishing you energy, continued improving health and increased strength. Tomorrow will be another day closer to your goals and another day closer to your next visit with TJ and your dad! To both you and your mom- your family is so incredibly strong and bonded and that incredible bond has ALWAYS been there, even during past times apart!! Keep moving forward and I wish you both a smile in your heart. Love, Sara
hey there tink, the fairy dust is taking hold and spreading ’believing’ everywhere!! everyone who loves you, holds hands collectively 24 hours a day and sends you strength, love and smiles…i still drive by the house everytime i go out and i say hi to you and your mom…it makes ME smile to know you will be there soon. almost 41 down … ok, who IS the mr. olympia ’wanna be’.?..and let’s hope his ’hammy’ gets better soon and he gets back to buffing his bod!!! because too much judge judy could really mess with ones pysche!!!! thinking of you dear girl and your mom who means so much to me. i love you. aunt val
Great news on your tests Jacquie! I was out on my walk this morning surrounded by all kinds of fields and I swore in the distance I could here a bulldozer running. Keep it up girl, you will beat this. We Believe!
sunny…even brighter with your dad and bro there… short and sweet…protien shakes and growth hormone diets only work for baseball players…if i keep this up ill be twice the size of huge…i guess that is humungouser or the most humungous in the world…
Hi there Jacquie! You’re Uncle Tracy and I are thinking of you and sending warm wishes and positive vibes your way each day. We are so glad to hear that you are doing so well. You are a tough young lady. Maintain your strength, and always BELIEVE, and your miracle will happen. Lots of love and blessings to you, Uncle Tracy, jennifer, and Jillian xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Hi Jacquie, Great news on your report!!!!! I know and belive the other tests you are waiting for will come back with great news too !! After all ,you are Jacquie Hirsch!!!! Smiling ,Beutiful, Strong , Compassionate, Kind, Determined, Inspiring, Loving, Role Model, who is WINNING!, Jackie Hirsch!!!! I am so glad you enjoyed your day with your family yesterday! Clapping, Praying ,BELIVEING Missy
Jacquie, Hello hello it’s Danny just moved back to buffalo from orlando dont ask me why. Well if you didn’t hear, buffalo is on fire. (april fools) it’s cold as, well let me just say its cold here. Your fighting a hell of a battle and your kickin its ***, keep it up!!! Always in my prayers. Danny D
Torey and TJ are there! That’s awesome. To Missy and Gary – what a kind and wonderful gesture…. I do not even know you but I can tell you compassionate and thoughtful! Thinking of how you made Jacquie, Sharon, Torey and TJ smile made my day! Jax and fam, I CAN NOT wait for you to be off this speed bump and back on life’s highway! HuGs ( =
Wonderful news!!!! I’m so proud of you 🙂 I got all teary too when I read that Torey and TJ showed up. What an amazing family you are. I love you so much and am thinking of you constantly. Everyday you help me believe!!xoxoxoxo<3 Sadie
Hi Jacquie, I am about to head off for some sleep but checked in to see how your day of appointments went and truly the picture of TJ and your dad being there waiting for you and your mom just makes my heart smile. That is so tough to be apart and so needed to be together!! So cool. We all appreciate the time and energy that you all take to make this website work and to keep so many in your world, updated. Thank you. Feel well tomorrow.Always believing- Sara
Hey Jax! Sorry I haven’t written in awhile…we finally got this stupid internet working again…it only took 5 weeks and half the neighborhood working on it to get it going! Anyhow, I just finished reading a ton of your updates. I’m so glad to hear that you’re doing so well and eating so well! You’re getting better meals there than I am here! Now I’m craving cupcakes! I’m so happy that you’re counts are going up, yet the days are going down til you come home!!! We can’t wait! We miss you and your mom like crazy! You’re definately the heart of this family. It hasn’t been the same since you guys have been gone! There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think about you and ask my mom if she’s talked to your mom or heard anything. We’re all counting down the days just like you! Stay strong and keep BELEIVING like we all do and you’ll be back home before you know it! I love you and miss you sooo much! Again, sorry about not writing sooner but now that the internet’s working again I’ll be writing much more often! Take care sweetie and know that you and your mom are in our thoughts and prayers everyday!!! ~XOXOXO~
Jax- Every day I hold my breath as I read the days events…. and every day there is a huge sigh and a smile when I’m done (some days I am moved to tears)You have such strength and courage, and are so blessed with a loving family. We pray for continued success in your journey. You give us reason to believe.
Hey Jax! It’s so wonderful to read your updates…you are doing such an amazing job and your family is absolutely wonderful as a support system for you!!! So glad to hear that you’re up, eating and smiling…the best part is the eating cupcakes and meatball subs!!! I went to Olive Garden with my Aunt last week and immediately thought of you! Miss you and keep staying strong!!! We all BELIEVE!!! Love Ya! Col
Jacquie!!!! DAY 40!!!!! WOOOOOOO! You go girl! haha I thought this moment definitely deserved a “you go girl” although I have to admit, I still feel pretty silly saying it thanks to it over-saturating american pop-culture in the 90s. Anyway, I am so happy to see that your BOMO looked good!!! We all BELIEVEd you could do it!!! I am positive that your white counts will begin to stabilize soon too, and I think your track record proves my theory. Keep up the great work, you are such an inspiration. You make me want to be/and try to be, a better, nicer, smilier, happier, and more thankful person. You are simply amazing. Keep it up. <3 delisha <3WE BELIEVEp.s. I am so happy for you & Sharon that you got to see your dad & TJ today! yay for family <3
Jax~ What a great day!!! I was very happy to read that your bone marrow is making lots of good cells and platelets!!! I knew you could do it!!! I hope that today with your whole fam was great! And that your doctor’s can bring you more GOOD news!! Love you (kinda alot) xoxo! Ashley H.
Hi Jacquie, So I really need to meet this guy out in Arizona who is preparing for the Mr. Olympia contest!! I bet he has an amazing build. He does secretly dream of being Mr. Olympia you know, while he lays on the couch watching judge Judy!!! Always thinking of you and sending all the strength and courage that we can, from here in NM and always rooting you on to continue doing all that you are and taking new steps forward. I admire you and your mom so very much for many reasons. Love, Sara
Tell your mother the font that she used for the 31st is killing me if I could read it I would be landing planes at the airport. She needs to remember that we’re all not as young as her. Keep up the good work you’re here for a reason I really believethat.
alright so you are walking and getting a view of NYC, watching movies, loosing weight and eating meatball subs and cupcakes… now life doesnt get much better than that, lol! seriously though, i miss you both so much and soon enough we will be spending some quality time we have been missing out on! i hope you continue to get stronger and fight hard everyday! you are always in my thoughts and prayers…i love you guys so much, love, cousin angela
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Sadie says:
April 6, 2008 at 2:10 am -
Hi love!! I’m at one of my Relay for Life events right right now and just wanted to tell you that we had a very successful bone marrow drive!! We also have raised over $50,000 for ACS!! Yay! Anyways I just wanted to say hi and tell you I was thinking of you and me and 800 students will be up all night tonight fighting cancer and thinking of you 🙂 Love you!! WE BELIEVE!! <3 Sadie
Baitlin Curgher says:
April 5, 2008 at 10:47 pm -
hey there hirschey pie..which i had the other day..oo probably shouldn’t tell you that…to make it up to you when you get home ill buy you as many as you want!! that promise probably doesn’t help right now but just think of the future! ok enough about food. there is a SUPRISE coming in the mail for you..heavy and packed in a box far too small for its size…something fantastic from vegas from all cioa bella ladies. we thought about you constantly wishing you were there and will be having another vacation next year so, something else to get pumped for..vacations and hirshy pies! can’t go wrong..i love ya jax! stay stong and keep up the good work..you amaze me!
Bree says:
April 5, 2008 at 6:14 pm -
Hi, Sweetheart. Just a little note for now but I want you and your Mom to know I’m thinking about you and missing you. Reports sound great and I’m so proud of you both. You really are an inspiration to all of us and have taught all of us the important lesson that the important things in life are not “things”. Keep up all the good things you’re doing an keep flashing your beautiful smile. I love you SO much!
Kerri says:
April 5, 2008 at 6:13 pm -
HeyJax! I love reading when you have good updates! That’s so great to hear that your WBC counts are going up! YAH! Can’t wait for you both to come home…Almost half way there!!! Keep eating well and exercising, i know it must suck to exercise when you’re not in the mood at times, but it’s paying off, which is awesome! Can’t wait to see you! I love you and miss you tons! XOXOXO~Kerri
Erin, Lucy and Emma says:
April 5, 2008 at 4:58 pm -
I just wanted to say hi and tell you that the girls and i are always thinking about you and your mom everyday. lucy has the wall next to her bed decorated with pictures of you and your family.so we always talk about you guys. i am glad to hear you are doing well and like always keeping your strength up and are staying strong. we truely believe in you! on another note, lucy finally fits into your black “party shoes” (that’s what she calls them) that you gave her. she always tells me that they are Jacquie’s, she loves them, thank you so much for giving them so her. and the ways she says your name is soo cute, i can’t wait until you guys get to talk and have conversations with you, you will definitly be laughing. i hope your good days continue and your strength keeps on building. we miss you and your mom soooooo much.
sabrina feldman says:
April 5, 2008 at 3:20 pm -
Hey love!You so incredible! I am so impressed with everything youve been doing…yoga?! Thats great! Just wanted to say hi and tell you that I love you!<3brina
Amanda Parisi says:
April 5, 2008 at 12:48 pm -
Hey Jax, Just wanted to say I hope you have a great weekend…I’ll be thinking of you! : )
Moo says:
April 5, 2008 at 8:38 am -
Hey there Jax: Just a quick “hello” and just letting you know that I’m thinking about you all the time. I hope today will be another good day for you. I think the girls and I are gonna be hanging out with TJ tonight. Probably grab something to eat for dinner. So, I’ll be talking to you soon. Take care and remember that WE ALL BELIEVE… and I love you and your Mom soooo much!!!
SandyBanks says:
April 5, 2008 at 8:12 am -
Jax and sharon well jaime had her girl 9lbs and 2oz that was a big girl they are all doing fine jax the big box is on it way. you will have lots of fun you and your family.Sorry its take so long to write raising two puppies working the crazy jobs i have and trying to get ready for my trip is insane . but as always things work out. i am leaving wed night for the long haul with the dogs to florida so i’ll have to write you when i get there. tell your mom that donna arrived at home safely. and i am taking the dogs to see her on sunday. i cant wait to see my family next week. it been six months to a year. only half of us will be there but the others i see here in buffalo. were all getting excited . so i know how you and your mom feel when you get to see t.j. and torey. Once again iam sops roud of your progress. i’ll tell you this is making me learn my computer. ha ha . anyways we all hope you and your family enjoy the box. Keep eating those cupcakes. tell your mother to eat with you. we all cant wait for you guys to come home. we descided that we will waite for the baby shower for when you guys are home so we all can celebrate two beautiful lifes . well i could say three my dogs. okay i won’t go that far . any ways keep up the great job and i’ll check in from florida. see you soon love sandy, the dogs and everyone else that follows us.
Natalie, Paige, Shannon, Allison, and Stephan says:
April 4, 2008 at 8:52 pm -
Hi Jax! We are soo happy to know that you have been doing well. We each pray for you every day! We are so happy and proud of you, you are soo strong. We have so much faith in you! Keep it up Jax, you can do it! ~Natalie Maranto, Stephanie Meholick, Paige Pedini, Allison Corretore, and Shannon Kieffer :]
Moo says:
April 4, 2008 at 8:00 pm -
Hi Jax: WOW! What an incredible April 3rd update. Your Mom made me cry. Her words were perfect and so heart-warming=>) But everything she said is true. You are an amazing person and you are extremely lucky to have such a loving, wonderful family! (Oh yea, that includes me) And I’m also glad to read more good news updates. Keep up the hard work, each day will get easier with time. Sorry that there isn’t really anything going on here to tell you about. You’re not missing much. It’s rainy and chilly and the back yard is VERY muddy, those darn dogs think it’s so funny to run through it! I have to put them in the stationary tub in the basement every night before we go to bed and wash them off. It reallystinks! And they are not light, although they sometimes try to act like “lap dogs”. Sunday, however, is supposed to be like 60 and sunny so maybe I can finally wash ALL the salt off my car. The week after…rain…everyday. So, I certainly hope NYC is having more enjoyable weather so you can walk outside and get some fresh air. Tell you Mom I love her, please. I miss you both so much and I think about you everyday! Love you lots! WE ALL BELIEVE!!!
Jax!! says:
April 4, 2008 at 1:31 pm -
Hirschie pie!! Don’t lie your heart is beating so fast for me…I know it!! YOGA huh??? Liz and I will definitely join you in that adventure…our last yoga teacher (Rob) was GREAT…the love of liz’s life!! jk! The weather is starting to get better and that means…father daughter bike ride soon!!!!! OH YEA!! My dad went to the bike show and saw your guys’s cars and a “beautiful” picture of you laying on top of one…sexy mama!!! (I think he wanted to say hot instead of beautiful but that would have been beyond weird….) Well I should probably get back to working…ugh. I love you and miss you and can’t wait until your counts are up and were all playing around town again!! xoxox Ashley
Michael Stoughton says:
April 4, 2008 at 1:07 pm -
temperature starting to rise…a couple weeks id bet it will be 100…but the sun always comes up in the morning…that is all i need to see each day…and know you are well… results are in from my competition… judges said my arms could be abit bigger…my legs more defined…if they could see my abs they probably need work too…and my back had cushion marks from a couch or sofa in it so they couldnt make a judgement on it… so i came in 11th place…im pretty excited for that, but there were only 6 people competing…i dont get it… i need a new hobby…i think ill try out for “so you think you can dance?”…my answer is no but who cares… maybe gymnastics…i have a killer iron cross with a ginger hecht thrown in…you gotta see it
Julie Lambalot says:
April 4, 2008 at 12:30 pm -
Hey Jacquie! I cant believe your almost half way through! Keep fighting and believing… I love you!
aunt val says:
April 4, 2008 at 12:30 pm -
hey there, YOGA…holy mostapanova. you are a better man than i gunga din..i keep trying it and i am just so BAD!!!!actually if anyone saw me they would laugh….i even have a mat and i look like you know what!!! all kidding aside, good reports, we’ll take them every time!! i am off to albany today, so by monday when i read your updates you will be WAY closer to half way home!!!yippee! i spoke with your dad today and he was telling me about about the visits that are planned. larry and i want to drive down to see you and your mom, so you and your mom start coming up with a good week for a day visit!! i send you my love and a vision of this pudgy ancient body doing yoga and no i do not wear ’cute’ outfits!!!! aunt val
Sara (albuquerque) says:
April 4, 2008 at 12:17 pm -
Good Morning Jacquie, Wishing all good things , for you and saying extra prayers that your WBC continues on the rise!! You are doing it!! Probably at times it seems so tough but you ARE doing it and the days are moving. Continue to take care of you, and hello and hugs to your mom! You are btoh in my thoughts, so constantly. Love, Sara
missy says:
April 4, 2008 at 11:40 am -
Jacquie and Sharon, Hang in there, you both are doing so wonderful at being strong! I know of no one stronger than you two. We, along with many other people, are sending you strengh through our prayers every day. You WILL move through this, and WIN!! Your almost half way there, your DOING IT! Even as you sleep at night your still moving forward! Keep your eye on the prize, day 100 ! Clapping, Praying, BELIVEING Missy
Amanda Parisi says:
April 4, 2008 at 7:25 am -
Hey Jacquie! I am so glad your dad and brother surprised you the other day..That is awesome..I hope you have a wonderful day! Keep thinking positive : )
alicia says:
April 3, 2008 at 11:26 pm -
CHIQUIIIIIITA JACQUIIIIIIIIITA!!!!!! Hola chicky poo, what’s up? Happy Day 42!!! I liked your friend’s idea (I’m sorry, law school has sucked my brain & I already forgot his name) anyway, I liked his idea so I grabbed Amethyst’s paws and made her clap her paws for you too! The whole Rennie clan here at 107 Peppertree Drive Apt 12. has been clapping their paws for you! Keep up the amazing work!!! you have a HUGE cheering section here, there and EVERYWHERE!!<3 delisha <3WE BELIEVE
Battaglia says:
April 3, 2008 at 10:27 pm -
Jacquie, I have just read your recent updates and am so glad that you are nearing the halfway point. I don’t know if you realize the difference you are making in all the lives of the people reading your story. Today is my mom’s birthday and I am thankful for the gift of her life and all that she has taught me in her 81 years. Life is such a precious gift and the good times go so quickly and the hard so much slower but with the gift of a lesson to teach. I am thankful for your life and how you have touched mine. Thank you each day for reminding us all about faith, love and family and always the gift of hope and believing. I’m thinking of you and your family. Love Mrs. B always believing
Bowwow says:
April 3, 2008 at 6:44 pm -
Hey Friend!! woohoo more good news! Im so happy for you, didn’t doubt for a second tho! My strong lil pixie! By the way at the exact moment you had a meatball sub, billy was enjoying one as well, emm weird… he was extra happy for you when he heard that!haha. I miss you and can’t wait until we are both back in the blo together! Love you so much Nichole
Little Little says:
April 3, 2008 at 4:52 pm -
Bigbig! i missed your im’s this morning i forgot to put an away message up as i was 5 min late for class when i woke up and still had to finish a paper to hand into it before i could run there. so sad! i was thinking about you all last night ESPECIALLY during these are the days, but youre almost to day 50 yayy! which means youre almost halfway back to the big bad buff(alo)! hope youre having a great day i love and miss you :)come online again soon!!
corey Altieri says:
April 3, 2008 at 4:32 pm -
Hi Jacquie 42 claps today.i took my dogs codeys pawws and she clappd foryou to. Good job love Corey
aunt val says:
April 3, 2008 at 1:54 pm -
hi jacquie and sharon, just read aunt sheryl’s last note and she said it all so well. it was perfect…the pride, the love, the faith and so much more. i can only imagine how difficult it is for all of your family to be sepaterated from you both at this time. a short while ago,i was looking at one of my very favorite quotes, it sits here on my desk. it is by e.e. cummings and i thought i would share it. “the most wasted of all days is one without laughter” well, goodness knows we have michael for that!!! he makes me smile and laugh with his dialogue and i hope he does the same for you both. i need you to know how strong you both are and even when it gets tough, you keep going forward, together. you are a gift to one another. hug each other for me… love you so much. aunt val
Bree says:
April 3, 2008 at 1:09 pm -
Hi Jacquie, My computer is back so I just caught up on he updates. Now I need to catch up on all your messages. It’s so great that so many people are telling you how much they love you and you’re so important in their lives. I’ve always known how amazing you are and I’m not surprised to know that many, many others think so too. Keep up the good work–you are doing an awesome job working toward your recovery. Your paper chain must be looking smaller! Give my love o your Mom. I love and miss you both SO much and I believe!
missy says:
April 3, 2008 at 10:22 am -
Hi Jacquie, What a wonderful teacher you are. Your class room isnt just a small room in a school, Its to thousands of people in the world!!! What a classroom!! Every day you teach us patience and perseverance, strength and courage, faith in family, to love and be loved. You are teaching life lessons that have such an impact on so many people of all ages! Keep moving forward Jacquie, It wont be long before you move your lessons into that classroom in a school…and oh, what a teacher their going to get!!!! Clapping, Praying, BELIVEING Missy
Liz Fassl says:
April 3, 2008 at 9:33 am -
Hey Brace,Glad to see that everything is going well. You just got to get those white blood cells up! I can’t wait to come and see you. Maybe the Share Bear can make us some mashed potatoes and frozen pizza. I hope you are keeping up with the Hills. Stupid Heidi and Spencer make me sick! Ok well I should probably get back to work. love you!xoxoxLiz
Aunt Sheryl says:
April 3, 2008 at 8:50 am -
Good morning Sharon & Jacquie! Almost half way to home! You are both so incredibly strong. I don’t know any other mother & daughter that could be together like this for all this time & still be BFF’s! (and I speak for myself!) Sharon, once again, you continue to amaze me with your strength & courage. I am honored to say you are my twin sister! Someone once told me, “nobody said life would be easy…they just promised it would be worth it”. Stay strong, and know that you are never alone..we are all here for you. Jacquie, sometimes I know it may seem like the world is going on without you, but don’t forget that you are on your own choosen journey, doing just what you are meant to do. And from this I know that one day you will realize what a special person you really are, & you will be able to help others through tough times in their lives, by passing on your strength & courage. I love you both so much, we are all looking forward to the “welcome home” party! Stay strong, take care of each other, and never, never stop Believing!
Moo says:
April 3, 2008 at 8:22 am -
Hi Jax: What wonderful news I just read! All of your updates sound great. Cupcakes and meatball subs…that is awsome =) It makes me hungry. I’m trying to watch what I eat right now cuz bathing suit season is coming up and I look like a beached whale! I just bought a scale and I think it’s inaccurate!(LOL) Anyway, what a surprise having TJ and your Dad show up, that was so nice. I know how much it means to you, having ALL of your family there. You guys are really close. But, almost half way there…then I can make you my chicken wing dip. Don’t forget, the whole pan can be yours (*you may have to fight off TJ, though). I’m so proud of you, and your Mom. The two of you are so strong and such an inspiration to everyone. I miss you both like crazy and I can’t wait for you to come home. I love you both and WE ALL BELIEVE!!!!!
amanda cavarella says:
April 2, 2008 at 11:23 pm -
hey jacquie! Day 41-getting to the halfway mark! im so happy that you have had good days, keep it up! That is so nice that your dad and tj got to visit you and your mom-I bet you had a good day with them! I know it has to be hard for them to go home, but just think next time you see them itll be that much closer to when you can come home! Good luck tomorrow at clinic, you are in my thoughts and prayers always!! You are doing great Jax! Keep up the good work! I love you and miss you!! Stay strong, WE ALL BELIEVE IN YOU! 🙂 love ya ~ amanda
alicia says:
April 2, 2008 at 10:58 pm -
hola bonita, que pasa? I just wanted to send you a quick message before I hit the hay. Day 41 is almost over, day 42 will soon be here and then before you know it day 50! Even though at times it seems like time might be standing still, or moving at a snail’s pace, each minute that goes by is getting you & your family closer to being reunited for good once again! I can’t imagine how much you & Sharon miss Torey & TJ after they leave, but just remember that the missing them is just a sign of how much your family loves one another… and the missing them will just make it that much better when you are all together again under one roof. Stay strong chicky, you can do this.WE BELIEVE<3 delisha <3 I LOVE YOU
Sara (albuquerque) says:
April 2, 2008 at 10:52 pm -
Hi Jacquie, Wishing you energy, continued improving health and increased strength. Tomorrow will be another day closer to your goals and another day closer to your next visit with TJ and your dad! To both you and your mom- your family is so incredibly strong and bonded and that incredible bond has ALWAYS been there, even during past times apart!! Keep moving forward and I wish you both a smile in your heart. Love, Sara
The Carucci Family says:
April 2, 2008 at 8:03 pm -
Stay Strong Jax. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Big Vic, Roncar, Lindsay and the beached whale
aunt val says:
April 2, 2008 at 7:27 pm -
hey there tink, the fairy dust is taking hold and spreading ’believing’ everywhere!! everyone who loves you, holds hands collectively 24 hours a day and sends you strength, love and smiles…i still drive by the house everytime i go out and i say hi to you and your mom…it makes ME smile to know you will be there soon. almost 41 down … ok, who IS the mr. olympia ’wanna be’.?..and let’s hope his ’hammy’ gets better soon and he gets back to buffing his bod!!! because too much judge judy could really mess with ones pysche!!!! thinking of you dear girl and your mom who means so much to me. i love you. aunt val
Harry Stiokas says:
April 2, 2008 at 6:37 pm -
Great news on your tests Jacquie! I was out on my walk this morning surrounded by all kinds of fields and I swore in the distance I could here a bulldozer running. Keep it up girl, you will beat this. We Believe!
Michael Stoughton says:
April 2, 2008 at 3:54 pm -
sunny…even brighter with your dad and bro there… short and sweet…protien shakes and growth hormone diets only work for baseball players…if i keep this up ill be twice the size of huge…i guess that is humungouser or the most humungous in the world…
Jennifer Warnes says:
April 2, 2008 at 11:56 am -
Hi there Jacquie! You’re Uncle Tracy and I are thinking of you and sending warm wishes and positive vibes your way each day. We are so glad to hear that you are doing so well. You are a tough young lady. Maintain your strength, and always BELIEVE, and your miracle will happen. Lots of love and blessings to you, Uncle Tracy, jennifer, and Jillian xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Missy says:
April 2, 2008 at 11:51 am -
Hi Jacquie, Great news on your report!!!!! I know and belive the other tests you are waiting for will come back with great news too !! After all ,you are Jacquie Hirsch!!!! Smiling ,Beutiful, Strong , Compassionate, Kind, Determined, Inspiring, Loving, Role Model, who is WINNING!, Jackie Hirsch!!!! I am so glad you enjoyed your day with your family yesterday! Clapping, Praying ,BELIVEING Missy
Danny DeRose says:
April 2, 2008 at 11:13 am -
Jacquie, Hello hello it’s Danny just moved back to buffalo from orlando dont ask me why. Well if you didn’t hear, buffalo is on fire. (april fools) it’s cold as, well let me just say its cold here. Your fighting a hell of a battle and your kickin its ***, keep it up!!! Always in my prayers. Danny D
Pam L says:
April 2, 2008 at 11:02 am -
Torey and TJ are there! That’s awesome. To Missy and Gary – what a kind and wonderful gesture…. I do not even know you but I can tell you compassionate and thoughtful! Thinking of how you made Jacquie, Sharon, Torey and TJ smile made my day! Jax and fam, I CAN NOT wait for you to be off this speed bump and back on life’s highway! HuGs ( =
Sadie says:
April 2, 2008 at 10:15 am -
Wonderful news!!!! I’m so proud of you 🙂 I got all teary too when I read that Torey and TJ showed up. What an amazing family you are. I love you so much and am thinking of you constantly. Everyday you help me believe!!xoxoxoxo<3 Sadie
Sara (albuquerque) says:
April 2, 2008 at 12:44 am -
Hi Jacquie, I am about to head off for some sleep but checked in to see how your day of appointments went and truly the picture of TJ and your dad being there waiting for you and your mom just makes my heart smile. That is so tough to be apart and so needed to be together!! So cool. We all appreciate the time and energy that you all take to make this website work and to keep so many in your world, updated. Thank you. Feel well tomorrow.Always believing- Sara
Kerri says:
April 2, 2008 at 12:25 am -
Hey Jax! Sorry I haven’t written in awhile…we finally got this stupid internet working again…it only took 5 weeks and half the neighborhood working on it to get it going! Anyhow, I just finished reading a ton of your updates. I’m so glad to hear that you’re doing so well and eating so well! You’re getting better meals there than I am here! Now I’m craving cupcakes! I’m so happy that you’re counts are going up, yet the days are going down til you come home!!! We can’t wait! We miss you and your mom like crazy! You’re definately the heart of this family. It hasn’t been the same since you guys have been gone! There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think about you and ask my mom if she’s talked to your mom or heard anything. We’re all counting down the days just like you! Stay strong and keep BELEIVING like we all do and you’ll be back home before you know it! I love you and miss you sooo much! Again, sorry about not writing sooner but now that the internet’s working again I’ll be writing much more often! Take care sweetie and know that you and your mom are in our thoughts and prayers everyday!!! ~XOXOXO~
colleen dressel says:
April 1, 2008 at 11:39 pm -
Jax- Every day I hold my breath as I read the days events…. and every day there is a huge sigh and a smile when I’m done (some days I am moved to tears)You have such strength and courage, and are so blessed with a loving family. We pray for continued success in your journey. You give us reason to believe.
Colleen Adam says:
April 1, 2008 at 10:52 pm -
Hey Jax! It’s so wonderful to read your updates…you are doing such an amazing job and your family is absolutely wonderful as a support system for you!!! So glad to hear that you’re up, eating and smiling…the best part is the eating cupcakes and meatball subs!!! I went to Olive Garden with my Aunt last week and immediately thought of you! Miss you and keep staying strong!!! We all BELIEVE!!! Love Ya! Col
alicia says:
April 1, 2008 at 10:21 pm -
Jacquie!!!! DAY 40!!!!! WOOOOOOO! You go girl! haha I thought this moment definitely deserved a “you go girl” although I have to admit, I still feel pretty silly saying it thanks to it over-saturating american pop-culture in the 90s. Anyway, I am so happy to see that your BOMO looked good!!! We all BELIEVEd you could do it!!! I am positive that your white counts will begin to stabilize soon too, and I think your track record proves my theory. Keep up the great work, you are such an inspiration. You make me want to be/and try to be, a better, nicer, smilier, happier, and more thankful person. You are simply amazing. Keep it up. <3 delisha <3WE BELIEVEp.s. I am so happy for you & Sharon that you got to see your dad & TJ today! yay for family <3
Ash says:
April 1, 2008 at 10:05 pm -
Jax~ What a great day!!! I was very happy to read that your bone marrow is making lots of good cells and platelets!!! I knew you could do it!!! I hope that today with your whole fam was great! And that your doctor’s can bring you more GOOD news!! Love you (kinda alot) xoxo! Ashley H.
Sara (albuquerque) says:
April 1, 2008 at 8:39 pm -
Hi Jacquie, So I really need to meet this guy out in Arizona who is preparing for the Mr. Olympia contest!! I bet he has an amazing build. He does secretly dream of being Mr. Olympia you know, while he lays on the couch watching judge Judy!!! Always thinking of you and sending all the strength and courage that we can, from here in NM and always rooting you on to continue doing all that you are and taking new steps forward. I admire you and your mom so very much for many reasons. Love, Sara
Jim Cavaretta says:
April 1, 2008 at 4:39 pm -
Tell your mother the font that she used for the 31st is killing me if I could read it I would be landing planes at the airport. She needs to remember that we’re all not as young as her. Keep up the good work you’re here for a reason I really believethat.
Angela says:
April 1, 2008 at 2:53 pm -
alright so you are walking and getting a view of NYC, watching movies, loosing weight and eating meatball subs and cupcakes… now life doesnt get much better than that, lol! seriously though, i miss you both so much and soon enough we will be spending some quality time we have been missing out on! i hope you continue to get stronger and fight hard everyday! you are always in my thoughts and prayers…i love you guys so much, love, cousin angela