Oh Sharon… what a beautiful post. Thank you for continuing to write them – you are helping us all through this just as much or more than we are helping you. I think of you always and always have you in my heart just as Jacquie will forever be there. I love you all. <3 Sadie
TJ, Torey, and Sharon, Just to let you know I’m thinking of you always and, Believing forever. Jax – Eeek again. (It’s getting pretty slippery on Robinson Road) Harry
Not a day goes by that I don’t think of Jacquie… Sharon, Your updates are painfully beautiful and your love and strength are absolutely amazing. I just wanted to let you know I am one of the many still out here reading Jacquie’s website and doing whatever is possible to keep her fight alive. Thinking about your family all the time… Sarah
Sharon – I am glad that you are able to share such a wide range of emotion through your posts. I am not sure that you know how much it means to everyone who loved Jax’s to have this website – we appreciate your sharing, and only wish we could help make some of the pain go away. I watched a beautiful sunset tonight and my first thought was of Jax…everything of beauty reminds me of her – her beautiful smile, her beautiful soul. Keeping you Torey and TJ in our prayers….Love – Peggy
today my Mom and I were at Letchworth, hiking and enjoying the beautiful weather. At one of the overlooks there was a bench, which had an inscription to a person who had passed. I read the quote and smiled and immediately thought of Jacquie. Sharon, I believe this quote perfectly echoes the sentiments in your post today… about Jacquie’s beauty, the beauty that she gave to the world, and the beauty that she is still giving by reminding us to be the best people we can be.The bench was inscribed with this quote:”Life’s path is short… let it be led with love.”so simple, but so true. and 100% jacquie. she is all around us, i truly believe that. and yes sharon, today she was the sunlight, drying our tears.. tonight she is the moonlight, guiding us home… and watching over us as we rest.i love you all so much. torey, sharon, tj, i am so proud of all of you, and admire you. you are all handling this with such grace. i am holding your hands all of the time, as jacquie is always holding your hearts.i am sending you infinite amounts of love, tonight and always.xoxoxo<3 alicia <3
Sharon, That was a beautiful post today..hard to finish reading but your so right. Im happy your garden is coming along and your right about Jax beauty. Everywhere. Love, Caitlin
Dear Hirshes, I am thinking of you all everyday…I miss Jacquie and I am angry too. It’s okay to be angry Sharon, because what happened to Jacquie isn’t fair. When I went to Roswell with Nick to donate blood a few weeks ago, I was very angry. Nick donated blood like a champ and I couldn’t because my white blood cells were a little too high. I work with children and I must have been fighting a little cold. I had never given blood before and I had worked all week to pump myself up to do it…and I was ready! Inside, though, part of me was still really scared. I expressed my anger to the nurse who gave me my pre-donation consult and she explained to me that I had done my part, that I had made the journey to Roswell and that my heart was in the right place. It wasn’t my fault that I had a cold. Somehow I felt like it was Jacquie talking. As I was leaving the hospital I thought of Jacquie, and her battle there and how I had wished so desperately to give my blood to her! Then it hit me. Jacquie knew I was scared. She didn’t want me to be. So she let me off the hook. As I left, I cried, but I knew that Jax was with me. When I feel angry about what happened to my friend, I look back and T.J.’s words and how beautifully he described her purpose. She was sent to us to change our lives. To make us appreciate life and friendship and love. I will forever be grateful to her for that. I miss you girlfriend!<3 I Still BelievePauline
jacquie, i know i wrote this on your fb wall but you know how i always like to post things on your wall and guestbook, to doubly ensure that you got it, so i am posting it on here too… i miss your laugh, your smile, your voice, your jokes, your hilarious comments, our gossip sessions, and just you. no one can ever compare to you. you are simply the most amazing admirable outstanding human being i have ever met and that i will ever meet. i know i told you all the time how much i love you, but still, i wish i had told you even more. you are so loved. and so so so missed. nothing is the same without you, and i don’t think it ever will be. i miss you beautiful girl.I want to write more but I am on my computer at home which is about 1000 years old and is too slow to handle the awesomeness of the Jacquie for All website right now. When I get back to my laptop I will be sure to write more. Sharon, Torey, TJ, Jacquie…. in my heart and on my mind… you have the amazing ability to be in two places at once.xoxoxoxoxo infinite amounts <3 alicia <3
Every journey has a secret destination of which the traveler is unaware Martin BuberBELIEVE… there is a path to peace and one day you will find it. Sending love to all of you!Jill
Dear Sharon, I hope this day finds you feeling a little better. I think you are amazing and I know I am not the only one who feels that way! You have every right to feel all that you are feeling. Take one moment at a time. Be good to yourself, and know how many people love you. We are all holding you so tight in our hearts. Always Believing Missy
Keep moving forward, one moment and one breath at a time. With you always, and ahead and behind and next to you! Love, Sara and family Always remembering YOU Jacquie!!!!!
Saw this quote…thought it was really nice… Love is stronger than death even though it can’t stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can’t separate people from love. It can’t take away our memories either. In the end, life is stronger than death. Love you!! Always Believing. xoxoxo Ashley
You gotta swimSwim for your lifeSwim for the musicThat saves youWhen you’re not so sure you’ll surviveYou gotta swimSwim when it hurtsThe whole world is watchingYou haven’t come this farTo fall off the earthThe currents will pull youAway from your loveJust keep your head aboveI found a tidal waveBegging to tear down the doorMemories like bulletsThey fired at me from a gunCracking me open yeahI swim to brighter daysDespite the absense of sunChoking on salt waterI’m not giving inI swimYou gotta swimFor nights that wont endSwim for your familiesYour lovers your sistersAnd brothers your friendsYeah you gotta swimFor wars without causeSwim for the lost politiciansWho don’t see their greed is a flawThe currents will pull usAway from our loveJust keep your head aboveI found a tidal waveBegging to tear down the doorMemories like bulletsThey fired at me from a gunCracking me open nowI swim to brighter daysDespite of the absense of sunChoking on salt waterI’m not giving inI’m not giving inI swimYou gotta swimSwim in the darkThere’s an ocean to drift inFeel the tide shifting away from the sparkYeah you gotta swimDon’t let yourself sinkJust follow the horizonI promise you it’s not as far as you thinkThe currents will drag us away from our loveJust keep your head aboveJust keep your head aboveSwimJust keep your head aboveSwim, swimJust keep your head aboveSwim
Dear Sharon, I loved the fact that you called my house to thank us! When I heard you crying, I started. Hearing you sad like this, makes me sad, and makes me want to talk to you more and more. I want to help you so much, and whatever I can do, you ask, and I will be at your side in a heartbeat! You deserve more than this, and I am so sorry. You are an amazing mother, and I know I have told you this about a zillion times, but I will say it a zillion more! I love you with all my heart, and I will keep believing, forever! -Natalie Maranto
Sharon, mom will be in town next week and she said she would like to visit you she is in for the weekend only. coming to babysit my neices. any ways i wish i could of done the walks .but i cant walk my self. still not back to work and they decided i need to go back for more surgery on the back of my knee. this is getting me really frustrated.the pain is so painful that i cant take at times. it does truley suck. I give all of you so much credit for the things you been going to. you are incredibley strong. isaw some beautifule rainbows last week and all i could think of was you and jax. i hope you got to see them. just breath taking. well i just wanted to say i was thinking about you and the family. i do every day. give shelby lots of lovin from me. i will talk to you soon.love sandy and the dogs. wackos.
Tory i will never stop thinking about you. Every night i think about jacquie and i know that she is in a better place now she is done suffering and you know she is happier now. you and the rest of your family will always be in my thoughts. Jacquie i hope you got the balloons that we sent you. <3
I just wanted to write to tell you I am thinking of your family every single day. Jax is with you every minute and even though you can’t see or touch her she is constantly by your side no matter what you are doing. I am sure she is very proud of you all for bringing yourselves to go on and participate in the wonderful events for her and keep her memory alive. She is lucky to have such an amazing family. You’re in my thoughts always. <3
Hi Hirsch’s, Just wanted to send my love to all of you and let you know how great it was to see you last Friday. Jacquie is still all I think about and hope things are going alright on your end, shes with all of us. Love you guys, keep believing and knowing shes happy and safe watching and protecting everyone. 🙂
my heart is so filled with words that will not come out. sometimes i feel like i am choking on them… i hold each everyone of you in my heart, i will never let you go.
Sharon, I just read your post from yesterday. You wrote that you hate to admit it but that it’s hard to be around us (Jacquie’s friends). I can’t imagine how hard it is for you. I can’t imagine the pain you feel when you think of us. I wish I had the words to take it away. I just can tell you that you are not alone. After losing my Mom I hated being around other Mom’s I hated hearing stories of what my friends were doing with their Mom’s. I got so angry when one of my friends would have a petty little fight with their Mom. Still to this day it angers me when someone is fighting with their Mom. I want to scream at them “Don’t you know how lucky you are!!” You are not alone Sharon, the pain and anger you feel is normal. Don’t be ashamed or afraid to admit it. Also, please know we all love Jacquie and will never ever forget her, she is still apart of every single memory we make. She will always be apart of our memories. xoxoxo. Ashley
Just saying hi and sending my love to all of you. I continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you so much Jacquie. I love you and think about you and your family constantly. Love, mandz
sharon, torey and tj, once again you al continue to amaze me…i am so proud of you for the steps you are taking…they aren’t even baby; they are huge…with the pain as tremendous as it is still, your presence at the functions is astounding…no wonder jax was/is the amazing person that she is…i also hop on every day to see if there is a new update or to see what any of jacquie’s fans have written…it all helps me get through a day (one at a time). Jacquie, i think of you every day and look for signs you are keeping an eye on me…every time i see tinker bell i obviously think of you- as gia wore her new tink sparkly green shoes to dinner tonite i smiled…i love you all and miss you…lil lil, i also have a mac and it took me 6-8 months to figure out how to write…you need to install firefox on your mac (or as i did, go to the apple store and they will do it for you)…good luck
Hello Hirsch family, I have been reluctant to write although I am an avid reader of the website. I just don’t know what words to say– there are no words to make the hurt go away. I suppose time does heal, but it doesn’t help to hear that now in the midst of your pain. At any rate, just know that I sincerely pray for all of you each day in hopes that life will get a bit easier each day. I also pray that the pain will subside some for each one of you. I know Jaquie will never be forgotten.. she impacted so many people throughout her short time here on this side of heaven… now she can do the same on the other side of heaven. Sharon you have always been such an amazing person and coach. Hang in there and try take one day at a time. I am sure Jacquie would be proud of you during this time. Love, Janine (Spezio) Eikenberg jspez11@yahoo.com
Dear Sharon, All of these wonderful events are only the tip of the iceberg in all the years to come! Jacquies foundation will contuie for years and years and years!!!! Some day, there will be a cure for this type of cancer and Jacquie for A.L.L. will have been a big part of it! Jacquie is not done teaching, helping and BELIEVING in people!! Her foundation will continue her fight, and in doing so will instill hope, courage, inspiration,and the BELIEFE in ones self, to others who so disparately need it. Sharon you are still helping Jacquie everyday, only in a differnt way. Everyday, You are doing an unbelievable job continueing Jax fight for a cure through her foundation. Everyday, You are sharing your beliefe in family ,love and how important it is to live each day to its fullest. Everyday, You are continuing with what Jacquie wanted people to know. Take each day at your own pace, each moment at a time, and know I BELIEVE in you. Sending love and prayers Missy
Hello Hirsch family, I had a good little story to tell you… on Saturday I went to a wedding and at the reception the first song that played was Rascul Flatts, and the second was Disneys “When you wish upon a Star” At first these events brought tears to my eyes but as I thought about Jax it brought a smile to my face. She was there. As the night when on she was in my thoughts, and then the last song came… and I did not request this (for once) but “Dont Stop Believing”! Jax continues to amaze me, she is everywhere. I just wanted to share this with you. My heart is with you all everyday. Love always, Bowers ~Love you Tink<3~
My Jacquie… I went to see your mom the other night. She seemed to be doing OK on the surface. But I know inside the pain must be unbearable. She’s my sister & I want to do what ever I can to help her. Please let her know that I am here for her, your brother and your dad. You all mean so much to me. That special secret you & I share is still going well. I know you are proud of me. But not as proud as I am of you. I am in awe of you. I’ve learned so much about you and your life since all this started, that even if I live to be 500 years old, I could never be half the person you are. I’m always wearing my “Tink” charm and am hoping that when I go for my special Jacquie tatoo that I’ll be going with your mom & Aunt Sheryl. You know, it will be that sister bonding thing. In all honesty, it would mean a great deal to me to do that with my sisters. I’ve been talking to Danielle, Angela, Marianne & Kerrie often because so many things I think of about you include them as well (including TJ), and I want to share my thoughts with them. Please watch over them, they are really struggling with not having you with us (physically only). Always remember I love you very much and am always talking to you and thinking of you. All my love… Aunt Deee
Good evening Jax! Just wanted to say hi, and I wanted to tell you how special you are, and how missed you are down here. So many people are constantly writing on this website, there are so many letters and donations being sent, just fot you Jacquie. You are special in your own kind of way, and I wish I was just like you. You are the person I look up to, or if I am in my room and just crying for no reason, your the one I talk to. You were a teenager, you probably know what I’m talking about. You know,you get mad because your dad wont let you hang out with guys, or your brother is being annyoing, and school is so hard, and when I have a crying breakdown 🙂 you are always there for me, and thanks for helping me when I need you. I want to grow up like you did. You accomplished so much, and you should be so proud of yourself. There are no words for me to say, how amazing you are! Always believing Jax, and I know you are such a strong lady, and no one can ever change that! I love you! –Natalie Maranto
Hi Sharon… I’m still reading the blogs and guestbook daily…and I’m still praying for all of you. I know how difficult each day is for you…I also know your heart is still breaking daily…losing a child is one of the greatest losses we can ever go through…it is one of the greatest hurts you’ll ever experience…and just like you said yesterday …. you do know what Jacquie wants you to do now…because she is still talking to you through your heart… if I may…I’d like to speak for your daughter…Let me share what I think Jacquie may be saying to you….Mom, you must go on, you must stop crying so much, I know you miss me BUT…remember Dad and TJ need you too. I can’t help but think about the lessons she taught everyone…those very same lessons need to FILL YOU now… her actions before she left you…NEED to become YOUR actions now that she’s gone…Jacquie is your extension….you have work to still do for her…your job is NOT over… just because she is gone…I know the poem on the front page of this website WAS for Jacquie but now it’s for YOU…Listen to the words….. Say them slowly…. digest them phrase by phrase… Cause when push comes to shove…you taste what your made of…you might bend ’til you break…cause it’s all you can take…on your knees you look up…decide you’ve had enough…you get mad…you get strong…wipe your hands…shake it off….THEN YOU STAND. …seems to me…Jacquie’s wanting you to hear that very same message she lived by….What do you think? Is it possible….Jacquie wants you to be able to stand again….of course she does…she loves you…and she knows you are strong…stronger than you even realize…. you will ALWAYS miss the touch of your little girl…but when you close your eyes you can, and will, ALWAYS remember what her touch felt like…….you can, and will, ALWAYS hear her voice…and so again she says… Mom, Everyday we BELIEVED… Everyday we had HOPE…. EVERYDAY we prayed for a Miracle… My Miracle is that I got to leave you all a legacy to remember me by… I did what GOD sent me here to do…my work is now finished on earth and he said to me” Well Done good and faithful servant”. Mom, I’m really free now…painfree in every way…and I’m whole without cancer…. I want you MOM to finish what God has in store for you…. don’t stop now…Make EACH and everyday count… find the JOY in everyday…don’t waste them in dispair….continue to BELIEVE in all the good without focusing on the bad…isn’t that how we held each other up the entire past year? I still am living inside your heart….you WILL never EVER lose me…my legacy of helping others along the way is WHAT YOU MOM need to be focusing on now… carry it on for me…To help find ways to fund the research… to find the cure… it is EXACTLY what you should be doing now…and mom…thank you for being my mom…you were always there for me… you were always there to love me, encouraging me to dream and continuing to pray for a miracle…now I want the same for you…cherish Each day mom …and then go out there and make a difference …. WHEN YOU FEEL STRONG ENOUGH….don’t let anyone rush you…you take this time to regroup….you’ll know when the time is right to get out of the bedroom for alittle while and when to put down the cards and STOP reading them … you’ll know when it’s time to put them in a box and save them, so you can and read them at another time…MOM your health is so very important… I don’t want anything to happen to you…I want you to take care of yourself, eat, and sleep well…. and then I want you to finish my dream of finding a cure….can you do that for me mom? How can I thank you for being one of the BEST mom’s in the world…. Sharon, I just wanted to share what was on my heart with you today…and I felt possibly Jacquie wanted you to hear those words as well…. I hope it was ok …you know my intentions are nothing but good and my love, prayers, & thoughts are with you all….Take some time… all the time you need…don’t let anyone rush you… but keep listening to Jacquie and you’ll know when the time is right to move on and continue Jacquie’s legacy…because you do know what she wants you to do….you even said it yesterday… Love to you all, Karen
sharon – i always read the updates and leave thinking how hard it must be for you as a mom… but today was different. i felt as if i could not leave without leaving you a message. when you closed with the line about a mom needing a daughter to mend her broken heart i cried. i am not a crier (just ask val, she always tells me caysie has melted my heart!) i always think about how hard it must be for you, for i can’t imagine my life with caysie, and she has been in it just under a year. what i want to tell you is that it is ok to be sad. it is ok to cry. it is ok to feel helpless. but when you feel these things, just stop and think about how jacquie makes you feel. and i know that will have to put a smile on your face. she loves you sharon and she is sending a ray of sunshine on your cheek each and every single day. thank is her kiss to you helping mend your broken heart.
Hirsch family,I’m so happy this weekend was such a success and i couldn’t be prouder to be a part of making an event for Jacquie. I think about you guys constantly, and was glad you could make it out to see all of the people joining in Jacquie’s fight with all of us. So many people came up to me throughout after learning about her and I could tell that she made a difference in so many people that she didn’t even know that day and her whole life. One girl (around 5 yrs old) came up to me to tell me she has been tinkerbell every year for halloween and this year will be no different. I love you all and am amazed by your strength more and more everyday.Jacquie,Like Sadie said my dumb mac won’t let me write as much as i’d like, but i know you’re proud as i sit here in my class doing this instead of work(esp after reading Gina’s post haha). Molly found one of your purple bracelets on the IB floor last night, and I know if was just you stopping by for Folly Family Fun Night 🙂 haha. I miss you so much i hope you know how much i love you bigbig!Ali
Sharon, TJ, Torey and Jacquie too, Sharon – the words you write are beautiful and heartfelt. In my little book of “life” this is just NOT how it is supposed to be or go and for that I am so sorry. I find it so tough to grasp. In my mind, you will always be the “4” of you. My life is richer for having all of you in it, especially for Jacquie’s unspoken impact. I appreciate all of the updates you all write and all that you continue to share with us. Take care of you and hang tight to eachother. Love, Sara and family
I want to let you know that Dancers Give Back asked me to join them…i was on the bench for that event…i pulled a hammy dancing with the stars…i know i know…with my physique and flexibility how could it happen…well, it was a honey glazed baked hammy that i was trying to get out of the oven… in albuquerque this wknd with the kids and sara…we talked about all of you…you are in our thoughts all the time… so back to the ice pack, and some pilates… peace to all the hirsches
Good Morning, Ofcourse we all still read the messages…actually I’m pretty sure if they ever stopped I’d fall apart. Every morning I get to work, fill up my mug with my caffeine choice for the day, eat my breakfast, start my daily tasks and then sign on. Even when a new update hasn’t been posted I find myself reading what other people wrote in the guestbook, or checking any new events. I love Jacquie and miss her, I can’t imagine how hard it must be to keep this website going but please know it gives alot of people alot of comfort. I am so happy that all the walks have gone well and that Dancers Give Back was such a huge success!! Jacquie is so proud!! I love you guys and am constantly thinking of you. xoxoxo Ashley
1 month… 1 day. and so the counting continues.it still doesn’t seem real. i miss you so much. and i love you oh so much too. keep smiling and shining down on us. hirsch’s, you are just such inspirational, amazing people. how you all do what you do, is beyond me. i think you could move mountains with all of the love that you have and all of the love that you continuously give.and how about that Ali Dietz??!?!?! I always find myself forgetting that Jac’s awesome lil lil is a mere 20 years old… and is wise well beyond her years, and is intelligent, organized, and motivated enough to put Dancers Give Back together. I am so so so proud of you Ali, and you have done Jacquie proud… and you have done amazing things in her memory. you are an inspiration to me my young friend! i love you <3i love you all so much. extended hirsch clan, grandma bree, aunt val & co, all of the cousins, aunt sheryl, and of course Sharon, Torey and TJ.i must hit the hay, but know that you are all in my thoughts more than you could imagine. i literally think that jacquie or one of you crosses my mind every minute. <3 alicia <3p.s. Sharon, I came home a few nights ago to find that Beege had bought Mancala... we played a game that night. I forgot how hard it was, but I did Jacquie proud and I tied Beege! (if you know how well he does with strategic games, you would know this is a huge feat). I can hear Jacquie now saying "yay delish!" haha xoxoxoxoxoxxoxxoxoxxoxoxox x 100000000000000
I miss you Jacquie…and think of you, your laugh, and your smile every day. I was watching the Girls Next Door the other day, and it made me think of when we lived in 14 court. I remember you used to like to watch the marathons… I thought about how one specific time I remember hearing you sing the song that from the begining of the show, and talk about how you were opting to just stay home and watch the show instead of go to class and it made me laugh, but then I got very sad. I think about you and your family every day, and hope that in time they can find the strength they need to go on with out you. Miss you <3 Gina
Dear Sharon, Tory and T.J.,How beautiful to read about the walk and dance. So many people love Jacquie and the rest of your wonderful family so much. We saw the profs today for the “Clapping with Jacquie For A.L.L.” Foundation fund raiser. They look GREAT!!!! They should be printed by next week. Corey can not wait to start selling CLAPS!! Sending Love, Strength, and Prayers Missy
Sadie says:
October 12, 2008 at 11:50 pm -
Oh Sharon… what a beautiful post. Thank you for continuing to write them – you are helping us all through this just as much or more than we are helping you. I think of you always and always have you in my heart just as Jacquie will forever be there. I love you all. <3 Sadie
amanda cavarella says:
October 12, 2008 at 11:26 pm -
Sharon, Torey, and TJ, Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers tonight and always. love always, Amanda
believer says:
October 12, 2008 at 9:39 pm -
not a day goes by that i don’t think about jacquie and her beautiful family. you are always in my thoughts and prayers!
Harry says:
October 12, 2008 at 9:38 pm -
TJ, Torey, and Sharon, Just to let you know I’m thinking of you always and, Believing forever. Jax – Eeek again. (It’s getting pretty slippery on Robinson Road) Harry
Max says:
October 12, 2008 at 5:04 pm -
Anonymous says:
October 12, 2008 at 4:41 pm -
just sending some warm thoughts and a bunch of love. always thinking about you. <3 Whitney
Pinchoff says:
October 12, 2008 at 1:29 pm -
Not a day goes by that I don’t think of Jacquie… Sharon, Your updates are painfully beautiful and your love and strength are absolutely amazing. I just wanted to let you know I am one of the many still out here reading Jacquie’s website and doing whatever is possible to keep her fight alive. Thinking about your family all the time… Sarah
P LaGree says:
October 12, 2008 at 2:24 am -
Sharon – I am glad that you are able to share such a wide range of emotion through your posts. I am not sure that you know how much it means to everyone who loved Jax’s to have this website – we appreciate your sharing, and only wish we could help make some of the pain go away. I watched a beautiful sunset tonight and my first thought was of Jax…everything of beauty reminds me of her – her beautiful smile, her beautiful soul. Keeping you Torey and TJ in our prayers….Love – Peggy
alicia says:
October 12, 2008 at 12:14 am -
today my Mom and I were at Letchworth, hiking and enjoying the beautiful weather. At one of the overlooks there was a bench, which had an inscription to a person who had passed. I read the quote and smiled and immediately thought of Jacquie. Sharon, I believe this quote perfectly echoes the sentiments in your post today… about Jacquie’s beauty, the beauty that she gave to the world, and the beauty that she is still giving by reminding us to be the best people we can be.The bench was inscribed with this quote:”Life’s path is short… let it be led with love.”so simple, but so true. and 100% jacquie. she is all around us, i truly believe that. and yes sharon, today she was the sunlight, drying our tears.. tonight she is the moonlight, guiding us home… and watching over us as we rest.i love you all so much. torey, sharon, tj, i am so proud of all of you, and admire you. you are all handling this with such grace. i am holding your hands all of the time, as jacquie is always holding your hearts.i am sending you infinite amounts of love, tonight and always.xoxoxo<3 alicia <3
Caitlin Burgher says:
October 11, 2008 at 10:42 pm -
Sharon, That was a beautiful post today..hard to finish reading but your so right. Im happy your garden is coming along and your right about Jax beauty. Everywhere. Love, Caitlin
Pauline Cantatore says:
October 11, 2008 at 10:29 pm -
Dear Hirshes, I am thinking of you all everyday…I miss Jacquie and I am angry too. It’s okay to be angry Sharon, because what happened to Jacquie isn’t fair. When I went to Roswell with Nick to donate blood a few weeks ago, I was very angry. Nick donated blood like a champ and I couldn’t because my white blood cells were a little too high. I work with children and I must have been fighting a little cold. I had never given blood before and I had worked all week to pump myself up to do it…and I was ready! Inside, though, part of me was still really scared. I expressed my anger to the nurse who gave me my pre-donation consult and she explained to me that I had done my part, that I had made the journey to Roswell and that my heart was in the right place. It wasn’t my fault that I had a cold. Somehow I felt like it was Jacquie talking. As I was leaving the hospital I thought of Jacquie, and her battle there and how I had wished so desperately to give my blood to her! Then it hit me. Jacquie knew I was scared. She didn’t want me to be. So she let me off the hook. As I left, I cried, but I knew that Jax was with me. When I feel angry about what happened to my friend, I look back and T.J.’s words and how beautifully he described her purpose. She was sent to us to change our lives. To make us appreciate life and friendship and love. I will forever be grateful to her for that. I miss you girlfriend!<3 I Still BelievePauline
sue says:
October 11, 2008 at 7:22 pm -
you are in my thoughts and prayers…love to all…keep taking one step at a time
aunt val says:
October 11, 2008 at 3:35 pm -
today is another day to conquer all those sad feelings….sometimes it is very hard.
John says:
October 11, 2008 at 10:08 am -
alicia says:
October 10, 2008 at 10:45 pm -
jacquie, i know i wrote this on your fb wall but you know how i always like to post things on your wall and guestbook, to doubly ensure that you got it, so i am posting it on here too… i miss your laugh, your smile, your voice, your jokes, your hilarious comments, our gossip sessions, and just you. no one can ever compare to you. you are simply the most amazing admirable outstanding human being i have ever met and that i will ever meet. i know i told you all the time how much i love you, but still, i wish i had told you even more. you are so loved. and so so so missed. nothing is the same without you, and i don’t think it ever will be. i miss you beautiful girl.I want to write more but I am on my computer at home which is about 1000 years old and is too slow to handle the awesomeness of the Jacquie for All website right now. When I get back to my laptop I will be sure to write more. Sharon, Torey, TJ, Jacquie…. in my heart and on my mind… you have the amazing ability to be in two places at once.xoxoxoxoxo infinite amounts <3 alicia <3
Anonymous says:
October 10, 2008 at 8:35 pm -
Every journey has a secret destination of which the traveler is unaware Martin BuberBELIEVE… there is a path to peace and one day you will find it. Sending love to all of you!Jill
missy says:
October 10, 2008 at 4:53 pm -
Dear Sharon, I hope this day finds you feeling a little better. I think you are amazing and I know I am not the only one who feels that way! You have every right to feel all that you are feeling. Take one moment at a time. Be good to yourself, and know how many people love you. We are all holding you so tight in our hearts. Always Believing Missy
Sara (albuquerque) says:
October 10, 2008 at 12:08 pm -
Keep moving forward, one moment and one breath at a time. With you always, and ahead and behind and next to you! Love, Sara and family Always remembering YOU Jacquie!!!!!
Huer says:
October 10, 2008 at 11:36 am -
Saw this quote…thought it was really nice… Love is stronger than death even though it can’t stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can’t separate people from love. It can’t take away our memories either. In the end, life is stronger than death. Love you!! Always Believing. xoxoxo Ashley
Ralf says:
October 10, 2008 at 10:42 am -
Swim -Jack’s Mannequin says:
October 9, 2008 at 10:57 pm -
You gotta swimSwim for your lifeSwim for the musicThat saves youWhen you’re not so sure you’ll surviveYou gotta swimSwim when it hurtsThe whole world is watchingYou haven’t come this farTo fall off the earthThe currents will pull youAway from your loveJust keep your head aboveI found a tidal waveBegging to tear down the doorMemories like bulletsThey fired at me from a gunCracking me open yeahI swim to brighter daysDespite the absense of sunChoking on salt waterI’m not giving inI swimYou gotta swimFor nights that wont endSwim for your familiesYour lovers your sistersAnd brothers your friendsYeah you gotta swimFor wars without causeSwim for the lost politiciansWho don’t see their greed is a flawThe currents will pull usAway from our loveJust keep your head aboveI found a tidal waveBegging to tear down the doorMemories like bulletsThey fired at me from a gunCracking me open nowI swim to brighter daysDespite of the absense of sunChoking on salt waterI’m not giving inI’m not giving inI swimYou gotta swimSwim in the darkThere’s an ocean to drift inFeel the tide shifting away from the sparkYeah you gotta swimDon’t let yourself sinkJust follow the horizonI promise you it’s not as far as you thinkThe currents will drag us away from our loveJust keep your head aboveJust keep your head aboveSwimJust keep your head aboveSwim, swimJust keep your head aboveSwim
Anonymous says:
October 9, 2008 at 9:45 pm -
Mom, I love you…hang in there. ~When I am weak, then am I strong~
Sadie says:
October 9, 2008 at 9:02 pm -
I love you all very much. My Tink balloon is still flying high… as Jacquie will always be. Love in Jacquie forever, <3 Sadie
Missy says:
October 9, 2008 at 6:36 pm -
Sending strength, love and prayers. BELIEVING in the Hirsch Family Missy
Natalie says:
October 9, 2008 at 4:33 pm -
Dear Sharon, I loved the fact that you called my house to thank us! When I heard you crying, I started. Hearing you sad like this, makes me sad, and makes me want to talk to you more and more. I want to help you so much, and whatever I can do, you ask, and I will be at your side in a heartbeat! You deserve more than this, and I am so sorry. You are an amazing mother, and I know I have told you this about a zillion times, but I will say it a zillion more! I love you with all my heart, and I will keep believing, forever! -Natalie Maranto
SandyBanks says:
October 9, 2008 at 3:37 pm -
Sharon, mom will be in town next week and she said she would like to visit you she is in for the weekend only. coming to babysit my neices. any ways i wish i could of done the walks .but i cant walk my self. still not back to work and they decided i need to go back for more surgery on the back of my knee. this is getting me really frustrated.the pain is so painful that i cant take at times. it does truley suck. I give all of you so much credit for the things you been going to. you are incredibley strong. isaw some beautifule rainbows last week and all i could think of was you and jax. i hope you got to see them. just breath taking. well i just wanted to say i was thinking about you and the family. i do every day. give shelby lots of lovin from me. i will talk to you soon.love sandy and the dogs. wackos.
Allie G says:
October 9, 2008 at 2:34 pm -
Tory i will never stop thinking about you. Every night i think about jacquie and i know that she is in a better place now she is done suffering and you know she is happier now. you and the rest of your family will always be in my thoughts. Jacquie i hope you got the balloons that we sent you. <3
Amanda Parisi says:
October 9, 2008 at 12:50 pm -
I just wanted to write to tell you I am thinking of your family every single day. Jax is with you every minute and even though you can’t see or touch her she is constantly by your side no matter what you are doing. I am sure she is very proud of you all for bringing yourselves to go on and participate in the wonderful events for her and keep her memory alive. She is lucky to have such an amazing family. You’re in my thoughts always. <3
alicia says:
October 9, 2008 at 12:46 pm -
just sending my love thoughts and prayers. xoxoxo <3 alicia <3 xooxxoxo
Caitlin Burgher says:
October 9, 2008 at 12:44 pm -
Hi Hirsch’s, Just wanted to send my love to all of you and let you know how great it was to see you last Friday. Jacquie is still all I think about and hope things are going alright on your end, shes with all of us. Love you guys, keep believing and knowing shes happy and safe watching and protecting everyone. 🙂
aunt val says:
October 9, 2008 at 10:04 am -
my heart is so filled with words that will not come out. sometimes i feel like i am choking on them… i hold each everyone of you in my heart, i will never let you go.
Huer says:
October 9, 2008 at 9:51 am -
Sharon, I just read your post from yesterday. You wrote that you hate to admit it but that it’s hard to be around us (Jacquie’s friends). I can’t imagine how hard it is for you. I can’t imagine the pain you feel when you think of us. I wish I had the words to take it away. I just can tell you that you are not alone. After losing my Mom I hated being around other Mom’s I hated hearing stories of what my friends were doing with their Mom’s. I got so angry when one of my friends would have a petty little fight with their Mom. Still to this day it angers me when someone is fighting with their Mom. I want to scream at them “Don’t you know how lucky you are!!” You are not alone Sharon, the pain and anger you feel is normal. Don’t be ashamed or afraid to admit it. Also, please know we all love Jacquie and will never ever forget her, she is still apart of every single memory we make. She will always be apart of our memories. xoxoxo. Ashley
Amanda Cavarella says:
October 8, 2008 at 11:01 pm -
Just saying hi and sending my love to all of you. I continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you so much Jacquie. I love you and think about you and your family constantly. Love, mandz
sue says:
October 8, 2008 at 10:02 pm -
sharon, torey and tj, once again you al continue to amaze me…i am so proud of you for the steps you are taking…they aren’t even baby; they are huge…with the pain as tremendous as it is still, your presence at the functions is astounding…no wonder jax was/is the amazing person that she is…i also hop on every day to see if there is a new update or to see what any of jacquie’s fans have written…it all helps me get through a day (one at a time). Jacquie, i think of you every day and look for signs you are keeping an eye on me…every time i see tinker bell i obviously think of you- as gia wore her new tink sparkly green shoes to dinner tonite i smiled…i love you all and miss you…lil lil, i also have a mac and it took me 6-8 months to figure out how to write…you need to install firefox on your mac (or as i did, go to the apple store and they will do it for you)…good luck
Janine (Baltimore) says:
October 8, 2008 at 8:31 pm -
Hello Hirsch family, I have been reluctant to write although I am an avid reader of the website. I just don’t know what words to say– there are no words to make the hurt go away. I suppose time does heal, but it doesn’t help to hear that now in the midst of your pain. At any rate, just know that I sincerely pray for all of you each day in hopes that life will get a bit easier each day. I also pray that the pain will subside some for each one of you. I know Jaquie will never be forgotten.. she impacted so many people throughout her short time here on this side of heaven… now she can do the same on the other side of heaven. Sharon you have always been such an amazing person and coach. Hang in there and try take one day at a time. I am sure Jacquie would be proud of you during this time. Love, Janine (Spezio) Eikenberg jspez11@yahoo.com
missy says:
October 8, 2008 at 8:19 pm -
Dear Sharon, All of these wonderful events are only the tip of the iceberg in all the years to come! Jacquies foundation will contuie for years and years and years!!!! Some day, there will be a cure for this type of cancer and Jacquie for A.L.L. will have been a big part of it! Jacquie is not done teaching, helping and BELIEVING in people!! Her foundation will continue her fight, and in doing so will instill hope, courage, inspiration,and the BELIEFE in ones self, to others who so disparately need it. Sharon you are still helping Jacquie everyday, only in a differnt way. Everyday, You are doing an unbelievable job continueing Jax fight for a cure through her foundation. Everyday, You are sharing your beliefe in family ,love and how important it is to live each day to its fullest. Everyday, You are continuing with what Jacquie wanted people to know. Take each day at your own pace, each moment at a time, and know I BELIEVE in you. Sending love and prayers Missy
Bowers says:
October 8, 2008 at 7:53 pm -
Hello Hirsch family, I had a good little story to tell you… on Saturday I went to a wedding and at the reception the first song that played was Rascul Flatts, and the second was Disneys “When you wish upon a Star” At first these events brought tears to my eyes but as I thought about Jax it brought a smile to my face. She was there. As the night when on she was in my thoughts, and then the last song came… and I did not request this (for once) but “Dont Stop Believing”! Jax continues to amaze me, she is everywhere. I just wanted to share this with you. My heart is with you all everyday. Love always, Bowers ~Love you Tink<3~
Aunt Deee says:
October 8, 2008 at 6:33 pm -
My Jacquie… I went to see your mom the other night. She seemed to be doing OK on the surface. But I know inside the pain must be unbearable. She’s my sister & I want to do what ever I can to help her. Please let her know that I am here for her, your brother and your dad. You all mean so much to me. That special secret you & I share is still going well. I know you are proud of me. But not as proud as I am of you. I am in awe of you. I’ve learned so much about you and your life since all this started, that even if I live to be 500 years old, I could never be half the person you are. I’m always wearing my “Tink” charm and am hoping that when I go for my special Jacquie tatoo that I’ll be going with your mom & Aunt Sheryl. You know, it will be that sister bonding thing. In all honesty, it would mean a great deal to me to do that with my sisters. I’ve been talking to Danielle, Angela, Marianne & Kerrie often because so many things I think of about you include them as well (including TJ), and I want to share my thoughts with them. Please watch over them, they are really struggling with not having you with us (physically only). Always remember I love you very much and am always talking to you and thinking of you. All my love… Aunt Deee
Natalie M. says:
October 8, 2008 at 6:29 pm -
Good evening Jax! Just wanted to say hi, and I wanted to tell you how special you are, and how missed you are down here. So many people are constantly writing on this website, there are so many letters and donations being sent, just fot you Jacquie. You are special in your own kind of way, and I wish I was just like you. You are the person I look up to, or if I am in my room and just crying for no reason, your the one I talk to. You were a teenager, you probably know what I’m talking about. You know,you get mad because your dad wont let you hang out with guys, or your brother is being annyoing, and school is so hard, and when I have a crying breakdown 🙂 you are always there for me, and thanks for helping me when I need you. I want to grow up like you did. You accomplished so much, and you should be so proud of yourself. There are no words for me to say, how amazing you are! Always believing Jax, and I know you are such a strong lady, and no one can ever change that! I love you! –Natalie Maranto
Karen Kacko Calandra says:
October 8, 2008 at 6:05 pm -
Hi Sharon… I’m still reading the blogs and guestbook daily…and I’m still praying for all of you. I know how difficult each day is for you…I also know your heart is still breaking daily…losing a child is one of the greatest losses we can ever go through…it is one of the greatest hurts you’ll ever experience…and just like you said yesterday …. you do know what Jacquie wants you to do now…because she is still talking to you through your heart… if I may…I’d like to speak for your daughter…Let me share what I think Jacquie may be saying to you….Mom, you must go on, you must stop crying so much, I know you miss me BUT…remember Dad and TJ need you too. I can’t help but think about the lessons she taught everyone…those very same lessons need to FILL YOU now… her actions before she left you…NEED to become YOUR actions now that she’s gone…Jacquie is your extension….you have work to still do for her…your job is NOT over… just because she is gone…I know the poem on the front page of this website WAS for Jacquie but now it’s for YOU…Listen to the words….. Say them slowly…. digest them phrase by phrase… Cause when push comes to shove…you taste what your made of…you might bend ’til you break…cause it’s all you can take…on your knees you look up…decide you’ve had enough…you get mad…you get strong…wipe your hands…shake it off….THEN YOU STAND. …seems to me…Jacquie’s wanting you to hear that very same message she lived by….What do you think? Is it possible….Jacquie wants you to be able to stand again….of course she does…she loves you…and she knows you are strong…stronger than you even realize…. you will ALWAYS miss the touch of your little girl…but when you close your eyes you can, and will, ALWAYS remember what her touch felt like…….you can, and will, ALWAYS hear her voice…and so again she says… Mom, Everyday we BELIEVED… Everyday we had HOPE…. EVERYDAY we prayed for a Miracle… My Miracle is that I got to leave you all a legacy to remember me by… I did what GOD sent me here to do…my work is now finished on earth and he said to me” Well Done good and faithful servant”. Mom, I’m really free now…painfree in every way…and I’m whole without cancer…. I want you MOM to finish what God has in store for you…. don’t stop now…Make EACH and everyday count… find the JOY in everyday…don’t waste them in dispair….continue to BELIEVE in all the good without focusing on the bad…isn’t that how we held each other up the entire past year? I still am living inside your heart….you WILL never EVER lose me…my legacy of helping others along the way is WHAT YOU MOM need to be focusing on now… carry it on for me…To help find ways to fund the research… to find the cure… it is EXACTLY what you should be doing now…and mom…thank you for being my mom…you were always there for me… you were always there to love me, encouraging me to dream and continuing to pray for a miracle…now I want the same for you…cherish Each day mom …and then go out there and make a difference …. WHEN YOU FEEL STRONG ENOUGH….don’t let anyone rush you…you take this time to regroup….you’ll know when the time is right to get out of the bedroom for alittle while and when to put down the cards and STOP reading them … you’ll know when it’s time to put them in a box and save them, so you can and read them at another time…MOM your health is so very important… I don’t want anything to happen to you…I want you to take care of yourself, eat, and sleep well…. and then I want you to finish my dream of finding a cure….can you do that for me mom? How can I thank you for being one of the BEST mom’s in the world…. Sharon, I just wanted to share what was on my heart with you today…and I felt possibly Jacquie wanted you to hear those words as well…. I hope it was ok …you know my intentions are nothing but good and my love, prayers, & thoughts are with you all….Take some time… all the time you need…don’t let anyone rush you… but keep listening to Jacquie and you’ll know when the time is right to move on and continue Jacquie’s legacy…because you do know what she wants you to do….you even said it yesterday… Love to you all, Karen
karen riker says:
October 8, 2008 at 3:03 pm -
sharon – i always read the updates and leave thinking how hard it must be for you as a mom… but today was different. i felt as if i could not leave without leaving you a message. when you closed with the line about a mom needing a daughter to mend her broken heart i cried. i am not a crier (just ask val, she always tells me caysie has melted my heart!) i always think about how hard it must be for you, for i can’t imagine my life with caysie, and she has been in it just under a year. what i want to tell you is that it is ok to be sad. it is ok to cry. it is ok to feel helpless. but when you feel these things, just stop and think about how jacquie makes you feel. and i know that will have to put a smile on your face. she loves you sharon and she is sending a ray of sunshine on your cheek each and every single day. thank is her kiss to you helping mend your broken heart.
Anonymous says:
October 8, 2008 at 1:30 pm -
When you forgive, you love. And when you love, God’s light shines upon you.
lil lil says:
October 8, 2008 at 1:09 pm -
Hirsch family,I’m so happy this weekend was such a success and i couldn’t be prouder to be a part of making an event for Jacquie. I think about you guys constantly, and was glad you could make it out to see all of the people joining in Jacquie’s fight with all of us. So many people came up to me throughout after learning about her and I could tell that she made a difference in so many people that she didn’t even know that day and her whole life. One girl (around 5 yrs old) came up to me to tell me she has been tinkerbell every year for halloween and this year will be no different. I love you all and am amazed by your strength more and more everyday.Jacquie,Like Sadie said my dumb mac won’t let me write as much as i’d like, but i know you’re proud as i sit here in my class doing this instead of work(esp after reading Gina’s post haha). Molly found one of your purple bracelets on the IB floor last night, and I know if was just you stopping by for Folly Family Fun Night 🙂 haha. I miss you so much i hope you know how much i love you bigbig!Ali
Sara (albuquerque) says:
October 8, 2008 at 12:52 pm -
Sharon, TJ, Torey and Jacquie too, Sharon – the words you write are beautiful and heartfelt. In my little book of “life” this is just NOT how it is supposed to be or go and for that I am so sorry. I find it so tough to grasp. In my mind, you will always be the “4” of you. My life is richer for having all of you in it, especially for Jacquie’s unspoken impact. I appreciate all of the updates you all write and all that you continue to share with us. Take care of you and hang tight to eachother. Love, Sara and family
Michael Stoughton says:
October 8, 2008 at 10:32 am -
I want to let you know that Dancers Give Back asked me to join them…i was on the bench for that event…i pulled a hammy dancing with the stars…i know i know…with my physique and flexibility how could it happen…well, it was a honey glazed baked hammy that i was trying to get out of the oven… in albuquerque this wknd with the kids and sara…we talked about all of you…you are in our thoughts all the time… so back to the ice pack, and some pilates… peace to all the hirsches
Huer says:
October 8, 2008 at 8:41 am -
Good Morning, Ofcourse we all still read the messages…actually I’m pretty sure if they ever stopped I’d fall apart. Every morning I get to work, fill up my mug with my caffeine choice for the day, eat my breakfast, start my daily tasks and then sign on. Even when a new update hasn’t been posted I find myself reading what other people wrote in the guestbook, or checking any new events. I love Jacquie and miss her, I can’t imagine how hard it must be to keep this website going but please know it gives alot of people alot of comfort. I am so happy that all the walks have gone well and that Dancers Give Back was such a huge success!! Jacquie is so proud!! I love you guys and am constantly thinking of you. xoxoxo Ashley
alicia says:
October 7, 2008 at 11:12 pm -
1 month… 1 day. and so the counting continues.it still doesn’t seem real. i miss you so much. and i love you oh so much too. keep smiling and shining down on us. hirsch’s, you are just such inspirational, amazing people. how you all do what you do, is beyond me. i think you could move mountains with all of the love that you have and all of the love that you continuously give.and how about that Ali Dietz??!?!?! I always find myself forgetting that Jac’s awesome lil lil is a mere 20 years old… and is wise well beyond her years, and is intelligent, organized, and motivated enough to put Dancers Give Back together. I am so so so proud of you Ali, and you have done Jacquie proud… and you have done amazing things in her memory. you are an inspiration to me my young friend! i love you <3i love you all so much. extended hirsch clan, grandma bree, aunt val & co, all of the cousins, aunt sheryl, and of course Sharon, Torey and TJ.i must hit the hay, but know that you are all in my thoughts more than you could imagine. i literally think that jacquie or one of you crosses my mind every minute. <3 alicia <3p.s. Sharon, I came home a few nights ago to find that Beege had bought Mancala... we played a game that night. I forgot how hard it was, but I did Jacquie proud and I tied Beege! (if you know how well he does with strategic games, you would know this is a huge feat). I can hear Jacquie now saying "yay delish!" haha xoxoxoxoxoxxoxxoxoxxoxoxox x 100000000000000
Gina says:
October 7, 2008 at 6:58 pm -
I miss you Jacquie…and think of you, your laugh, and your smile every day. I was watching the Girls Next Door the other day, and it made me think of when we lived in 14 court. I remember you used to like to watch the marathons… I thought about how one specific time I remember hearing you sing the song that from the begining of the show, and talk about how you were opting to just stay home and watch the show instead of go to class and it made me laugh, but then I got very sad. I think about you and your family every day, and hope that in time they can find the strength they need to go on with out you. Miss you <3 Gina
missy says:
October 7, 2008 at 6:53 pm -
Dear Sharon, Tory and T.J.,How beautiful to read about the walk and dance. So many people love Jacquie and the rest of your wonderful family so much. We saw the profs today for the “Clapping with Jacquie For A.L.L.” Foundation fund raiser. They look GREAT!!!! They should be printed by next week. Corey can not wait to start selling CLAPS!! Sending Love, Strength, and Prayers Missy
Gina says:
October 7, 2008 at 6:48 pm -