Jax, I DID IT!!! i finally got my iron up and was able to donate today. I was so scared i am terrified of everything that has to do with needles. but i had to do this. I walked out of the room crying and my mom was like oh no was it not high enough? and i said no its perfect! and she was like well why are you crying!? i was crying because i was so happy. The entire time there i was thinking of you and how dumb it was for me to be scared and how brave you always had to be and obviously we talked about you the entire time. they ladies all said i did a great job…but then i almost fainted at the end and i had to breathe into a paper bag twice hahah they just called me a rookie. i left feeling wonderful and plan on going back when my 56 days is up. thanks for giving me the strength to do this <3 love you and miss you always, Whitney
Jax,I can’t believe how long its been since Ive seen that smile, heard you laugh or quoted dumb and dumber with you but I feel like Im missing it more and more every day. Every memory I have from fights where we sleep in cars to being put into a food coma make me laugh uncontrollably until I remember that I cant call you and tell you Im thinking about you. Then I think about how your up there laughing and eating at the all you can eat buffet and how your watching over all of us happier than ever.Missing you Mom
First and foremost I just want to send my best wishes to everyone here. It is such an amazing community of support for anyone who visits this website, to know that there are so many people that are praying for the Hirsch’s and everyone else who needs some help. For anyone downstate who wants to participate in Light the Night in Nyack, on October 17th, Pauline has team and would love for you to join. You can find more information in the events page for October 17th. We had a lot of people in our group last year and hope you can join us again this year.
Jax, I was at School 42 on Tuesday to do some observations for grad work, and let me tell you, I heard a lot of stories about your kids:) They have not changed much since kindergarten and are still the terrors of the school. I would say, the most feared class in there right now! And, as always, Kim had a little one sent to her room for the day because he was naughty in his room and I got to keep him busy after his work was done. I thought about you the entire time I was with him, how you would have loved him and known just what to do when he got angry or scared. Thanks for being with me that day to help me with little Aiden:) Always missing you, Casey
i check up on this page a lot, but recently, i’ve been checking it a lot more. for some reason, i’m having a hard time with college. everyone else is out having fun, but i can’t seem to enjoy it. every single time i get sad, or i think that this is too hard, i come to this website, and read all the beautiful things that people post, and a lot of the old entries. I usually find myself crying after about three minutes, but i’m reminded of how incredible you were and still are jacquie.Your time here on earth was short lived- and wrongfully so. But your strength, and your ability to persevere is still so incredible to me. Your ability to laugh at a time when it seemed there was nothing to laugh about, your ability to maintain a positive attitude, and how damn hard you fought…i’m still at a loss for words. Whenever i need a little pick me up, or a reminder to be strong, all i need to do is come to this website- this place dedicated to you. I think for a lot of people, i know at least for me, this place has become a safe haven. A place i can go where its okay to cry, and be angry and upset, but it also reminds me to be strong, and to love every single day that is given to me.thank you for being such an incredible teach; then, now and forever. i miss you and i love you, and again i cannot thank you enough.always believing,megan <3
Hi!!! I am writing because sadly, I am not able to make it to Light the Night on Friday. I am going to the Hope for Tomorrow Fundraiser…it helps to send a team of doctors all over the world to help people (mainly children) with their surgical needs. My Uncle and Dad bought a couple of tables so we are getting dressed up and heading there for the night…I know Jacquie would approve!! And I will be thinking of her and you guys the whole night!! Have a great time at Light the Night!! love you!! xoxo Ashley
jax, everytime i need a little motivation or something to help get me to focus i log on and read all the updates and everyones messages. i especially like going to back to update that you wrote or the first few pages of the messages in your guestbook. usually they make me happy but sometimes they make me sad. you faught so hard and we all believed so hard and still and always will believe. i guess its just hard for me to understand why god has to take such wonderful people when there are plenty of bad ones still here. i know thats something i may never know the answer too, but i cant help but wonder. you are an incredible person jacquie and you continue to inspire people everyday. we miss you terribly but keep you with us in everything we do. not a day goes by that you and your amazing family are not in our thoughts. <3 love you all <3 Whit
jacquie, i think about you so much and i hope that you realize what an amazing impact you have left on everyone who knew you. in fact, you have left such an impression that even the people who have never met you are amazed by you. you continue to inspire me to be a better person everyday and are a constant strength in my heart. as i journey on to new things in my life, i will always look up to see your spirit, watching above me. please look over your family, as they especially need signs from you to help them through the day. i will always BELIEVE.
Jax, The Moore family could really use a little bit of Tink dust, especially tomorrow. I know you always come through for us:) Make sure Mr. Moore knows how much we miss him. Dad and I are still throwing our “eeks!” every day and each time I drive through Geneseo, I think of all the laughs we had on our car rides to and from school and I can’t help but get a big smile:)
hey jax, i haven’t written in a few days, but i just wanted to let you know that i miss you a whole bunch lately.i need to ask a favor of you. a good friend of mine..he’s going through a really hard time. he needs some strength, and some tinkerbell magic. if you could just watch over him, and make sure that he knows he is loved and cared for by so many, i would really appreciate it. i know its a lot to ask, but not everyone has your incredible strength, or the ability to love life at all times to way you did.i love you darling. i will always believe<3
Jac, I know that I don’t post on your page often, but lately I’ve found the need to do so more than ever. I’m not naive enough to think that you follow my every move from Heaven, however, I’d like to think that perhaps you keep up with my life in some capacity. If that is the case – and I like to believe it to be true – the reason why I’m writing this message is because I’d like to apologize to you for some of the things that I’ve done and decisions that I’ve made in my life recently. I’ve always valued your opinion moreso than anyone else’s and I still always try to consider how you would feel about the things that I do and the decisions that I make and I feel that you would be unhappy with me lately. Please understand that I’m still trying to find my way in the world and I’m somewhat lost at the moment. I promise to try to lead my life in a better way in the future and I hope that I continue to make you proud of me.
Sharon, Jacquie, Torey and TJ, The words I want to say will not come out and I know that is ok with you. Still with you, always trying really hard to keep believing and sending every bit of extra breaths I can…to you. I pause and soak in every rainbow that shine over the mountains because I know it is Jacquies way of guiding us. TJ- best of success with your business plans. You will be more than successful. You have a wonderful family to stand with you.Love, Sara
Hello Torey, Sharon, TJ & All who read Jacquie’s amazing guestbook,Just wanted to let everyone know that this past weekend my partner, Russell, donated his beautiful long locks… 19 inches of hair! Through Pantene Beautiful Lengths. We run a Kid’s Tent every Labor Day weekend in Turin, NY (outside Syracuse) at a music Festival called moe.downThe first-ever moe.down hair event for the Pantene Beautiful Lengths charity was a HUGE success. Here are just some of the statistics: 33 people got their hair cut at moe.down, and 3 anonymous donations were received. Total inches of hair cut: 363.25! Jen Ryan gave the longest donation of 19.5 inches, followed by Russell Knoche from the Kids’ Tent staff with 19 inches.I also had the opportunity to meet a wonderful family, The Poynters & their presious little girl Maddie. Maddie, who is one of our Kid’s Tent Kids was diagnosed on June 20th with Nephroblastoma, stage 4 cancer in her kidney and lung and stage 3 cancer in her abdomen. For more information about Maddie & her brave battle with cancer please go to Maddie’s website at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/madelinefinleypoynter I know Maddie’s family could use some love & support during this difficult time.To Torey, Sharon & TJ,I think of you all every day and I pray for peace for all three of you. Jacquie will always have a special place in my heart & my prayers. I love you all!Your Friend,Jill
I just read Ashley’s post and I guess Sandra’s words about anniversaries really stuck with both of us. On the 6th I thought about going to church or spending the day in bed alone being sad but then I thought Jacquie wouldn’t have done either of those things. I decided that I would do something that my brace would approve of. When Sandra and Ash came to visit me over a year ago they brought me a bottle of wine from Jacquie’s benefit at Andiamo. I hadn’t touched it because just looking at it made me sad. Sad because I wasn’t there and sad because now Jacquie isn’t here. On the 6th I decided I was going to drink it and think about all the good times with Jacquie as I took each sip. On that Sunday I drank that bottle of wine, ordered pizza for lunch, made a delicious dinner, read a card from my best friend, watched some good TV and spent time with someone I cared about. When the day was over I knew Jacquie would have approved. I now know that when Sept 6th comes around I will try to make it special and always keep Jacquie in mind. Still Believing,Liz (Brace)
Hi Hirsch Family, I just wanted to tell you a little story from this past weekend. I was sitting at the hairdresser and all I could think about was Jacquie. I thought about what this weekend means not only for her, your family and friends, but to all people who are affected by cancer. I made the decision right then to chop off my hair and donate it to the Childhood Leukemia Foundation – in Jacquie’s memory. Walking out of the hairdresser I felt so much lighter. Not physically (because I lost so much hair), but emotionally. I felt like I had done something that will make a difference out there for someone, even if it’s a small one. It made me feel closer to Jacquie. I also wanted to say I was so touched that you used the Jacquie poem on the website. When I logged on I nearly cried remembering what it felt like when I wrote it. I was happy to honor Jacquie and I’m always proud to call her my friend.Always BELIEVING, Lisa
this might sound silly, but have you ever seen Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium? well, Mr. Magorium “departs” — no… “not ’dies’, because light bulbs die” and we “depart”. and before he does, he says the most beautiful things and i would love if everyone watched it.. i found it on youtube.. and this is how jac feels, i think, and if she were Mr. Magorium, i think she would have said this, too: I’ve lived all five of my acts, Mahoney, and I am not asking you to be happy that I must go. I’m only asking that you turn the page, continue reading… and let the next story begin. And if anyone asks what became of me, you relate my life in all its wonder… but please watch the youtube video.. it’s so beautiful, and i would also like to depart in a toy store where the walls have turned into the starry night. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0gXZTfuD1Q you’re everywhere, jac. there’s a piece of you in every part of my day and i love it and live for it and just being in geneseo this weekend with people that love you so much REALLY helped my spirits. i love you so, so, very much. ::pinky wave goodbye:: love you, too, sharon and the fam. kiss kiss, little
Jac, I am sorry I wasn’t around to post on the 6th… I was down in LI without computer access. But just because I was absent from your amazing website, doesn’t mean that you & your brave family were absent from my heart and mind. I miss you so much. I love you. Here are lyrics from a Yellowcard song “view from heaven” “I’m just so tiredWon’t you sing me to sleepAnd fly through my dreamsSo I can hitch a ride with you tonightAnd get away from this placeHave a new name and faceI just ain’t the same without you in my lifeLate night drives, all alone in my carI can’t help but startSinging lines from all our favorite songsAnd melodies in the airSingin’ life just ain’t fairSometimes I still just can’t believe you’re goneAnd I’m sure the view from heavenBeats the hell out of mine hereAnd if we all believe in heaven,Maybe we’ll make it through one more yearDown here” xoxo <3 alicia <3 xoxo
As I sit here this evening, while everyone else I know on the East coast is faaaast asleep, after checking Jax’s site to see her smiling face, here THE song in the backround, and get my daily inspiration from Sharon… I am truly touched and honored to see that my poem has been shared with the JAX forALL community (:Rereading the poem, I was moved as I was reminded just how much Jacquie has changed me and touched my life in the past two years. I know I speak for all the “Ciao Bellas” when I say we are all stronger, amongst other things, because of Jacquie. Sharon, Torey & TJ – I cannot thank you enough for leading Jax’s legacy through a foundation that has touched, and will tocuh, more lives than you can begin to imagine. You are amazing people and I know Jacquie is SO proud of you.I love you guys and miss you all very, very much. But thanks to Jax – we are always connected…Aloha,Nicki
Though we were away this past weekend, our hearts were with you as they always have been to fight the fight and endure the pain that we all share with you. We sat in a beautiful church in Boston, Mass on Sunday to have a moment to honor Jacquie and all she stands for. You should be very proud of yourselves for the accomplishments that you have made in the past 2 years for the foundation. You are making a difference, and it is a huge testiment to the love and dedication that you hold for your daughter. Thinking of you always, Tracy and Jennifer
I really don’t have much that can be putinto words. I just wanted you all to know that there is an army out here carrying on Jax’s legacy and sending you love and strength.BELIEVING in your amazing family…-Pinchoff
Sharon and Torey, You started teaching me at such a young age, and although you no longer coach me, I continue to learn from both of you, and I continue to carry your strength and values with me. Everyday I think of you and Jacquie and know that I am blessed to have all of you remain a part of my life. Thank you for all that you have done and all that you will continue to do just by being you.
Jax,Boy did we celebrate you last night down in Geneseo! You should’ve seen how many sisters (new and old) that came out to honor the amazing person that you are. I know that you were watching over us. I miss you and love you, Life Partner.-MA
Dear Hirsch Family; yesterday was a very hard day especially for your family. I didn’t know what would make me feel better yesterday & then I went & got a tinkerbell balloon, went up on the land and I let it go. I watched it as it floated up through the clouds & although I cried terribly I visioned Jacquie with her wings knowing she truly is an angel & is out of pain. I miss you jacquie & you will “always” have a piece of my heart forever.
Before I go to sleep I wanted to share… Sandra B once told me that when the anniversary of the death of a loved one comes around you need to do something special that day that they would have loved or that reminds you of them…so today my Sister and I went to the perfect gift and picked out some new vera’s! I don’t have the words to take away your pain and ease your breaking hearts, but know that I have been thinking about Jax all day long and have been saying thank you to God for giving her to me as my friends for so long. I am lucky to have had the time with her. We are all standing behind you and love you!! xoxox Always Believing, Ashley ps…if you are up for it at all a bunch of us are going to the Wilson’s tomorrow for a BBQ around 6 or 7.
The fireworks are going off now in Clarence Center, and I like to think of them as a salute to Jacquie, Tory, Sharon and TJ. This is a difficult day. Jacquie inspired all as she went through many difficult days. The skies are red, white, blue, and green, and each burst of light and the sounds of the exploding fireworks is a salute to her. Every rainbow that I see reminds me of her. We are thinking of you every day and knowing how difficult this day is. Not just today, but every day. I don’t often add my voice but wanted to say something today. Words can’t adequately express the feelings that we have. Know that you are surrounded by innumerable people who care about you, who love you, who feel your heartache, and get inspiration from your family and especially from your daughter, Jacquie. Bob.
Jax, It’s hard to believe that a year has gone by. I talk about you to Savannah all the time, and there’s not a day that goes by that you aren’t in my thoughts. You are terribly missed, your smile and your laugh, but you aren’t truely gone. You are everywhere, and we continue to learn from you every day. I miss you and i believe.
Sharon, Torey, TJ and forever Jacquie, Words cannot express how I feel today, but I wanted to let you all know that I have cried and mourned all over again, but I was also inspired again by you Jacquie. As school starts this Tuesday for me I plan on making Jacquie not only a continued inspiration in my personal life, but in my job as a teacher. I wish for her patience, love, kindness, smile and encouragement to pass on to my students in memory of a wonderful teacher and friend. I can’t think of a better way to honor you tink. I miss you Jax and Hirschs I BELIEVE in your love and strength. You are all inspirations to all of us. All my love, thoughts and prayers,Marietta
Dear Hirsch familyYou are so incredible. I know Jacquie must be very proud of all of you. Please know that you loved and appreciated more than words can say.
*:*:* Still Believing* .:* *:* :*-jeh 9-6-08 RIP I am a friend of lil sammie….and your family and friends are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have been following the webpage since February 08 and my heart truly cries for all of you, although I see the signs that Jacquie sends to all her family and friends all the time……I believe she helped Samm get her teaching job. Jax was such an inspiration and role model 😉 ~Olha Magill
It’s hard to believe that one year ago today you were taken away from everyone that loved you. I know that you are serving a higher purpose, one that you were called to do…I just don’t understand why it had to be so soon. We miss you terribly here Jacquie.Hirsch’s my thoughts are prayers are with you today and always as you continue to live with this pain.
Precious Jacquie, This has been such a long, sad year. I miss you so much and the hurt never goes away. I will love you forever, my precious granddaughter. Bree
I know this is an extremely hard day for you guys. Just know that I’m thinking of you today, and always <3 I pray you can get through it, even though you don’t want to. I love you Jax <3 I will always think of you with that beautiful smile 🙂 Love, Lauren
Sharon,ToreyandT.J. we are all thinking of you and hope you get through this weekend.with all the sunshine we have had its Jacquies way of telling you she is at peace and is teaching with my father yes in the pool . they are all laughing at us while having a beer.and saying its 12oclock somewhere. thebeautiful weekend is bringing happiness with smiles on thier faces. hope this brings alittle relief for you . always thinking of you guys. love Sandy and the rest of the Banks family. oh we cant forget takoda and montana (wacko) God Bless you and all your family members.
Thinking of you all even more today… I’ve recently become very into gardening… and it always reminds me of Jacquie… I remember quite vividly going out last year to buy autumn joy sedums to add to my front landscaping knowing that it would be a beautiful addition for the fall. Just before I went out to plant them despite the cold and rainy weather that day, I went to check the Jacquie website as I always do and was so incredibly devastated to read about her passing… I cried and cried as I planted the flowers, but I’m so glad I did since now when I look at them every day I think about beautiful Jacquie…All our love, thoughts and prayers –Elise, Marty, Quintin, Aidan, Gabriel & Fiona
Dear Sharon, Torey and TJ, Wanted you to know that you are in our hearts today! Jacquie is forever with you and I pray that you will feel her by your side on this difficult day. Jacquie, know you are smiling down on your family and friends today, give them your peace and strength. We all miss you very much. Missy
Last night as I was thinking of Jacquie, I went to lay down and turn on my tv and the song “We Belong” by Pat Benatar was playing. That song is an SDT song we sing for every formal rush. Then this morning, I see that Hook is playing on AMC. She really is everywhere, giving all of us signs. Jax, I miss you so very much! I wish there was a way to go back but all we have our memories. Memories that are cherished. I will believe always!
Thinking of you on this sad day and hoping that somehow, memories of your beautiful Jacquie will help sustain you through your sorrow today and everyday.
I have experienced so many Jacquie moments in the recent days that I KNOW she is by my side, helping to remind each of us to believe we have the strength to overcome whatever life throws at us. I am certain tomorrow will be filled with even more special reminders delivered by Jacquie herself, and I hope each person can look beyond the ordinary to believe in the special ways she touches each life everyday. I pray that the Hirsch family feels those special reminders, especially tomorrow.
jax, just so you know i talk about you all the time. When i am at work i wear a tinkerbell pin everday, i also have two shirts one that says believe and one that has tink on the back because i love her and because she reminds me of you! everyday someone asks what do you believe? or aww thats a pretty shirt we like tink too! and i say thank you! it’s for my friend jacquie! let me tell you all about her. also everytime i complement someones vera i say if you love vera you should come to our holiday party! (also another reason to talk about you to everyone i meet) and usually every lady leaves with your website and is super excited to come. So dont worry the perfect gift is going to be extra extra EXTRA packed this time. well anyways i just wanted to say i love and miss you and that ive been thinking about you a lot <3 love you pretty girl torey sharon and tj, i’ve never met anyone more wonderful that you. i am truely blessed to have such wonderful people in my life. thank you for everything you have done and still do for me. I cant even begin to express the inpact you have had on my life over the years. i love you guys so much. just know that i will always be here whenever you need. you are the strongest most wonderful family i have ever met. love you always, Whitney
Dear Hirsches, We’re thinking of you tonight and wish we could ease the pain of your terrible loss. We will always remember beautiful Jacquie and her great smile. You have carried on the lessons that Jacquie taught and we think she is very proud of you. Your Hope Lodge friends, Owen and Cathy
i missed you today, as always. your strength and courage is always an inspiration. i strive everyday to be even remotely as strong as you are jax. love you always <3
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Anonymous says:
September 25, 2009 at 9:17 pm -
Jax, I DID IT!!! i finally got my iron up and was able to donate today. I was so scared i am terrified of everything that has to do with needles. but i had to do this. I walked out of the room crying and my mom was like oh no was it not high enough? and i said no its perfect! and she was like well why are you crying!? i was crying because i was so happy. The entire time there i was thinking of you and how dumb it was for me to be scared and how brave you always had to be and obviously we talked about you the entire time. they ladies all said i did a great job…but then i almost fainted at the end and i had to breathe into a paper bag twice hahah they just called me a rookie. i left feeling wonderful and plan on going back when my 56 days is up. thanks for giving me the strength to do this <3 love you and miss you always, Whitney
aunt val says:
September 25, 2009 at 2:56 pm -
i am so incredibly angry again.
Brinabear says:
September 25, 2009 at 1:30 pm -
Jax,I can’t believe how long its been since Ive seen that smile, heard you laugh or quoted dumb and dumber with you but I feel like Im missing it more and more every day. Every memory I have from fights where we sleep in cars to being put into a food coma make me laugh uncontrollably until I remember that I cant call you and tell you Im thinking about you. Then I think about how your up there laughing and eating at the all you can eat buffet and how your watching over all of us happier than ever.Missing you Mom
Nick Minunni says:
September 24, 2009 at 3:21 pm -
First and foremost I just want to send my best wishes to everyone here. It is such an amazing community of support for anyone who visits this website, to know that there are so many people that are praying for the Hirsch’s and everyone else who needs some help. For anyone downstate who wants to participate in Light the Night in Nyack, on October 17th, Pauline has team and would love for you to join. You can find more information in the events page for October 17th. We had a lot of people in our group last year and hope you can join us again this year.
Casey Stiokas says:
September 24, 2009 at 9:41 am -
Jax, I was at School 42 on Tuesday to do some observations for grad work, and let me tell you, I heard a lot of stories about your kids:) They have not changed much since kindergarten and are still the terrors of the school. I would say, the most feared class in there right now! And, as always, Kim had a little one sent to her room for the day because he was naughty in his room and I got to keep him busy after his work was done. I thought about you the entire time I was with him, how you would have loved him and known just what to do when he got angry or scared. Thanks for being with me that day to help me with little Aiden:) Always missing you, Casey
megan d says:
September 23, 2009 at 4:16 pm -
i check up on this page a lot, but recently, i’ve been checking it a lot more. for some reason, i’m having a hard time with college. everyone else is out having fun, but i can’t seem to enjoy it. every single time i get sad, or i think that this is too hard, i come to this website, and read all the beautiful things that people post, and a lot of the old entries. I usually find myself crying after about three minutes, but i’m reminded of how incredible you were and still are jacquie.Your time here on earth was short lived- and wrongfully so. But your strength, and your ability to persevere is still so incredible to me. Your ability to laugh at a time when it seemed there was nothing to laugh about, your ability to maintain a positive attitude, and how damn hard you fought…i’m still at a loss for words. Whenever i need a little pick me up, or a reminder to be strong, all i need to do is come to this website- this place dedicated to you. I think for a lot of people, i know at least for me, this place has become a safe haven. A place i can go where its okay to cry, and be angry and upset, but it also reminds me to be strong, and to love every single day that is given to me.thank you for being such an incredible teach; then, now and forever. i miss you and i love you, and again i cannot thank you enough.always believing,megan <3
Huer says:
September 23, 2009 at 2:15 pm -
Hi!!! I am writing because sadly, I am not able to make it to Light the Night on Friday. I am going to the Hope for Tomorrow Fundraiser…it helps to send a team of doctors all over the world to help people (mainly children) with their surgical needs. My Uncle and Dad bought a couple of tables so we are getting dressed up and heading there for the night…I know Jacquie would approve!! And I will be thinking of her and you guys the whole night!! Have a great time at Light the Night!! love you!! xoxo Ashley
tiffanys says:
September 20, 2009 at 11:55 pm -
Anonymous says:
September 20, 2009 at 11:51 pm -
jax, everytime i need a little motivation or something to help get me to focus i log on and read all the updates and everyones messages. i especially like going to back to update that you wrote or the first few pages of the messages in your guestbook. usually they make me happy but sometimes they make me sad. you faught so hard and we all believed so hard and still and always will believe. i guess its just hard for me to understand why god has to take such wonderful people when there are plenty of bad ones still here. i know thats something i may never know the answer too, but i cant help but wonder. you are an incredible person jacquie and you continue to inspire people everyday. we miss you terribly but keep you with us in everything we do. not a day goes by that you and your amazing family are not in our thoughts. <3 love you all <3 Whit
Anonymous says:
September 19, 2009 at 12:24 am -
jacquie, i think about you so much and i hope that you realize what an amazing impact you have left on everyone who knew you. in fact, you have left such an impression that even the people who have never met you are amazed by you. you continue to inspire me to be a better person everyday and are a constant strength in my heart. as i journey on to new things in my life, i will always look up to see your spirit, watching above me. please look over your family, as they especially need signs from you to help them through the day. i will always BELIEVE.
Casey Stiokas says:
September 18, 2009 at 2:19 pm -
Jax, The Moore family could really use a little bit of Tink dust, especially tomorrow. I know you always come through for us:) Make sure Mr. Moore knows how much we miss him. Dad and I are still throwing our “eeks!” every day and each time I drive through Geneseo, I think of all the laughs we had on our car rides to and from school and I can’t help but get a big smile:)
Anonymous says:
September 17, 2009 at 3:13 pm -
hey jax, i haven’t written in a few days, but i just wanted to let you know that i miss you a whole bunch lately.i need to ask a favor of you. a good friend of mine..he’s going through a really hard time. he needs some strength, and some tinkerbell magic. if you could just watch over him, and make sure that he knows he is loved and cared for by so many, i would really appreciate it. i know its a lot to ask, but not everyone has your incredible strength, or the ability to love life at all times to way you did.i love you darling. i will always believe<3
Anonymous says:
September 17, 2009 at 2:57 pm -
Jac, I know that I don’t post on your page often, but lately I’ve found the need to do so more than ever. I’m not naive enough to think that you follow my every move from Heaven, however, I’d like to think that perhaps you keep up with my life in some capacity. If that is the case – and I like to believe it to be true – the reason why I’m writing this message is because I’d like to apologize to you for some of the things that I’ve done and decisions that I’ve made in my life recently. I’ve always valued your opinion moreso than anyone else’s and I still always try to consider how you would feel about the things that I do and the decisions that I make and I feel that you would be unhappy with me lately. Please understand that I’m still trying to find my way in the world and I’m somewhat lost at the moment. I promise to try to lead my life in a better way in the future and I hope that I continue to make you proud of me.
Sara (albuquerque) says:
September 15, 2009 at 1:14 am -
Sharon, Jacquie, Torey and TJ, The words I want to say will not come out and I know that is ok with you. Still with you, always trying really hard to keep believing and sending every bit of extra breaths I can…to you. I pause and soak in every rainbow that shine over the mountains because I know it is Jacquies way of guiding us. TJ- best of success with your business plans. You will be more than successful. You have a wonderful family to stand with you.Love, Sara
Jill wierzba says:
September 11, 2009 at 12:25 pm -
Hello Torey, Sharon, TJ & All who read Jacquie’s amazing guestbook,Just wanted to let everyone know that this past weekend my partner, Russell, donated his beautiful long locks… 19 inches of hair! Through Pantene Beautiful Lengths. We run a Kid’s Tent every Labor Day weekend in Turin, NY (outside Syracuse) at a music Festival called moe.downThe first-ever moe.down hair event for the Pantene Beautiful Lengths charity was a HUGE success. Here are just some of the statistics: 33 people got their hair cut at moe.down, and 3 anonymous donations were received. Total inches of hair cut: 363.25! Jen Ryan gave the longest donation of 19.5 inches, followed by Russell Knoche from the Kids’ Tent staff with 19 inches.I also had the opportunity to meet a wonderful family, The Poynters & their presious little girl Maddie. Maddie, who is one of our Kid’s Tent Kids was diagnosed on June 20th with Nephroblastoma, stage 4 cancer in her kidney and lung and stage 3 cancer in her abdomen. For more information about Maddie & her brave battle with cancer please go to Maddie’s website at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/madelinefinleypoynter I know Maddie’s family could use some love & support during this difficult time.To Torey, Sharon & TJ,I think of you all every day and I pray for peace for all three of you. Jacquie will always have a special place in my heart & my prayers. I love you all!Your Friend,Jill
Liz Fassl says:
September 11, 2009 at 12:02 pm -
I just read Ashley’s post and I guess Sandra’s words about anniversaries really stuck with both of us. On the 6th I thought about going to church or spending the day in bed alone being sad but then I thought Jacquie wouldn’t have done either of those things. I decided that I would do something that my brace would approve of. When Sandra and Ash came to visit me over a year ago they brought me a bottle of wine from Jacquie’s benefit at Andiamo. I hadn’t touched it because just looking at it made me sad. Sad because I wasn’t there and sad because now Jacquie isn’t here. On the 6th I decided I was going to drink it and think about all the good times with Jacquie as I took each sip. On that Sunday I drank that bottle of wine, ordered pizza for lunch, made a delicious dinner, read a card from my best friend, watched some good TV and spent time with someone I cared about. When the day was over I knew Jacquie would have approved. I now know that when Sept 6th comes around I will try to make it special and always keep Jacquie in mind. Still Believing,Liz (Brace)
Cassey Stallman says:
September 10, 2009 at 4:31 pm -
Thinking of the 4 of you and believing always.Cassey
Lisa Cronin says:
September 10, 2009 at 9:42 am -
Hi Hirsch Family, I just wanted to tell you a little story from this past weekend. I was sitting at the hairdresser and all I could think about was Jacquie. I thought about what this weekend means not only for her, your family and friends, but to all people who are affected by cancer. I made the decision right then to chop off my hair and donate it to the Childhood Leukemia Foundation – in Jacquie’s memory. Walking out of the hairdresser I felt so much lighter. Not physically (because I lost so much hair), but emotionally. I felt like I had done something that will make a difference out there for someone, even if it’s a small one. It made me feel closer to Jacquie. I also wanted to say I was so touched that you used the Jacquie poem on the website. When I logged on I nearly cried remembering what it felt like when I wrote it. I was happy to honor Jacquie and I’m always proud to call her my friend.Always BELIEVING, Lisa
sammie says:
September 9, 2009 at 8:23 pm -
this might sound silly, but have you ever seen Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium? well, Mr. Magorium “departs” — no… “not ’dies’, because light bulbs die” and we “depart”. and before he does, he says the most beautiful things and i would love if everyone watched it.. i found it on youtube.. and this is how jac feels, i think, and if she were Mr. Magorium, i think she would have said this, too: I’ve lived all five of my acts, Mahoney, and I am not asking you to be happy that I must go. I’m only asking that you turn the page, continue reading… and let the next story begin. And if anyone asks what became of me, you relate my life in all its wonder… but please watch the youtube video.. it’s so beautiful, and i would also like to depart in a toy store where the walls have turned into the starry night. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0gXZTfuD1Q you’re everywhere, jac. there’s a piece of you in every part of my day and i love it and live for it and just being in geneseo this weekend with people that love you so much REALLY helped my spirits. i love you so, so, very much. ::pinky wave goodbye:: love you, too, sharon and the fam. kiss kiss, little
Alicia says:
September 9, 2009 at 1:25 pm -
Jac, I am sorry I wasn’t around to post on the 6th… I was down in LI without computer access. But just because I was absent from your amazing website, doesn’t mean that you & your brave family were absent from my heart and mind. I miss you so much. I love you. Here are lyrics from a Yellowcard song “view from heaven” “I’m just so tiredWon’t you sing me to sleepAnd fly through my dreamsSo I can hitch a ride with you tonightAnd get away from this placeHave a new name and faceI just ain’t the same without you in my lifeLate night drives, all alone in my carI can’t help but startSinging lines from all our favorite songsAnd melodies in the airSingin’ life just ain’t fairSometimes I still just can’t believe you’re goneAnd I’m sure the view from heavenBeats the hell out of mine hereAnd if we all believe in heaven,Maybe we’ll make it through one more yearDown here” xoxo <3 alicia <3 xoxo
Nicki LaGree says:
September 9, 2009 at 4:06 am -
As I sit here this evening, while everyone else I know on the East coast is faaaast asleep, after checking Jax’s site to see her smiling face, here THE song in the backround, and get my daily inspiration from Sharon… I am truly touched and honored to see that my poem has been shared with the JAX forALL community (:Rereading the poem, I was moved as I was reminded just how much Jacquie has changed me and touched my life in the past two years. I know I speak for all the “Ciao Bellas” when I say we are all stronger, amongst other things, because of Jacquie. Sharon, Torey & TJ – I cannot thank you enough for leading Jax’s legacy through a foundation that has touched, and will tocuh, more lives than you can begin to imagine. You are amazing people and I know Jacquie is SO proud of you.I love you guys and miss you all very, very much. But thanks to Jax – we are always connected…Aloha,Nicki
Tracy and Jennifer says:
September 8, 2009 at 2:01 pm -
Though we were away this past weekend, our hearts were with you as they always have been to fight the fight and endure the pain that we all share with you. We sat in a beautiful church in Boston, Mass on Sunday to have a moment to honor Jacquie and all she stands for. You should be very proud of yourselves for the accomplishments that you have made in the past 2 years for the foundation. You are making a difference, and it is a huge testiment to the love and dedication that you hold for your daughter. Thinking of you always, Tracy and Jennifer
Anonymous says:
September 7, 2009 at 1:13 pm -
I really don’t have much that can be putinto words. I just wanted you all to know that there is an army out here carrying on Jax’s legacy and sending you love and strength.BELIEVING in your amazing family…-Pinchoff
Anonymous says:
September 7, 2009 at 12:59 pm -
Sharon and Torey, You started teaching me at such a young age, and although you no longer coach me, I continue to learn from both of you, and I continue to carry your strength and values with me. Everyday I think of you and Jacquie and know that I am blessed to have all of you remain a part of my life. Thank you for all that you have done and all that you will continue to do just by being you.
Maryanne Heiman says:
September 7, 2009 at 11:44 am -
Jax,Boy did we celebrate you last night down in Geneseo! You should’ve seen how many sisters (new and old) that came out to honor the amazing person that you are. I know that you were watching over us. I miss you and love you, Life Partner.-MA
Amanda Cavarella says:
September 7, 2009 at 9:16 am -
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Jacquie, I miss you so much and will always believe <3
Anonymous says:
September 7, 2009 at 9:14 am -
Dear Hirsch Family; yesterday was a very hard day especially for your family. I didn’t know what would make me feel better yesterday & then I went & got a tinkerbell balloon, went up on the land and I let it go. I watched it as it floated up through the clouds & although I cried terribly I visioned Jacquie with her wings knowing she truly is an angel & is out of pain. I miss you jacquie & you will “always” have a piece of my heart forever.
Anonymous says:
September 6, 2009 at 11:42 pm -
i still believe jax…always and forever in my heart <3
Huer says:
September 6, 2009 at 10:46 pm -
Before I go to sleep I wanted to share… Sandra B once told me that when the anniversary of the death of a loved one comes around you need to do something special that day that they would have loved or that reminds you of them…so today my Sister and I went to the perfect gift and picked out some new vera’s! I don’t have the words to take away your pain and ease your breaking hearts, but know that I have been thinking about Jax all day long and have been saying thank you to God for giving her to me as my friends for so long. I am lucky to have had the time with her. We are all standing behind you and love you!! xoxox Always Believing, Ashley ps…if you are up for it at all a bunch of us are going to the Wilson’s tomorrow for a BBQ around 6 or 7.
Mike and Sara’s Dad says:
September 6, 2009 at 10:33 pm -
The fireworks are going off now in Clarence Center, and I like to think of them as a salute to Jacquie, Tory, Sharon and TJ. This is a difficult day. Jacquie inspired all as she went through many difficult days. The skies are red, white, blue, and green, and each burst of light and the sounds of the exploding fireworks is a salute to her. Every rainbow that I see reminds me of her. We are thinking of you every day and knowing how difficult this day is. Not just today, but every day. I don’t often add my voice but wanted to say something today. Words can’t adequately express the feelings that we have. Know that you are surrounded by innumerable people who care about you, who love you, who feel your heartache, and get inspiration from your family and especially from your daughter, Jacquie. Bob.
Keesha says:
September 6, 2009 at 9:57 pm -
Jax, It’s hard to believe that a year has gone by. I talk about you to Savannah all the time, and there’s not a day that goes by that you aren’t in my thoughts. You are terribly missed, your smile and your laugh, but you aren’t truely gone. You are everywhere, and we continue to learn from you every day. I miss you and i believe.
Marietta says:
September 6, 2009 at 9:35 pm -
Sharon, Torey, TJ and forever Jacquie, Words cannot express how I feel today, but I wanted to let you all know that I have cried and mourned all over again, but I was also inspired again by you Jacquie. As school starts this Tuesday for me I plan on making Jacquie not only a continued inspiration in my personal life, but in my job as a teacher. I wish for her patience, love, kindness, smile and encouragement to pass on to my students in memory of a wonderful teacher and friend. I can’t think of a better way to honor you tink. I miss you Jax and Hirschs I BELIEVE in your love and strength. You are all inspirations to all of us. All my love, thoughts and prayers,Marietta
Mary Alice says:
September 6, 2009 at 7:54 pm -
Dear Hirsch familyYou are so incredible. I know Jacquie must be very proud of all of you. Please know that you loved and appreciated more than words can say.
Anonymous says:
September 6, 2009 at 7:54 pm -
*:*:* Still Believing* .:* *:* :*-jeh 9-6-08 RIP I am a friend of lil sammie….and your family and friends are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have been following the webpage since February 08 and my heart truly cries for all of you, although I see the signs that Jacquie sends to all her family and friends all the time……I believe she helped Samm get her teaching job. Jax was such an inspiration and role model 😉 ~Olha Magill
Julie says:
September 6, 2009 at 7:35 pm -
It’s hard to believe that one year ago today you were taken away from everyone that loved you. I know that you are serving a higher purpose, one that you were called to do…I just don’t understand why it had to be so soon. We miss you terribly here Jacquie.Hirsch’s my thoughts are prayers are with you today and always as you continue to live with this pain.
Bree says:
September 6, 2009 at 5:53 pm -
Precious Jacquie, This has been such a long, sad year. I miss you so much and the hurt never goes away. I will love you forever, my precious granddaughter. Bree
Lauren Schilling says:
September 6, 2009 at 2:42 pm -
I know this is an extremely hard day for you guys. Just know that I’m thinking of you today, and always <3 I pray you can get through it, even though you don’t want to. I love you Jax <3 I will always think of you with that beautiful smile 🙂 Love, Lauren
Anonymous says:
September 6, 2009 at 2:22 pm -
Thinking of you all today on this very difficult journey.
Sandy Banks says:
September 6, 2009 at 1:41 pm -
Sharon,ToreyandT.J. we are all thinking of you and hope you get through this weekend.with all the sunshine we have had its Jacquies way of telling you she is at peace and is teaching with my father yes in the pool . they are all laughing at us while having a beer.and saying its 12oclock somewhere. thebeautiful weekend is bringing happiness with smiles on thier faces. hope this brings alittle relief for you . always thinking of you guys. love Sandy and the rest of the Banks family. oh we cant forget takoda and montana (wacko) God Bless you and all your family members.
Elise Cusack & Family says:
September 6, 2009 at 11:58 am -
Thinking of you all even more today… I’ve recently become very into gardening… and it always reminds me of Jacquie… I remember quite vividly going out last year to buy autumn joy sedums to add to my front landscaping knowing that it would be a beautiful addition for the fall. Just before I went out to plant them despite the cold and rainy weather that day, I went to check the Jacquie website as I always do and was so incredibly devastated to read about her passing… I cried and cried as I planted the flowers, but I’m so glad I did since now when I look at them every day I think about beautiful Jacquie…All our love, thoughts and prayers –Elise, Marty, Quintin, Aidan, Gabriel & Fiona
Missy Somers says:
September 6, 2009 at 11:04 am -
Dear Sharon, Torey and TJ, Wanted you to know that you are in our hearts today! Jacquie is forever with you and I pray that you will feel her by your side on this difficult day. Jacquie, know you are smiling down on your family and friends today, give them your peace and strength. We all miss you very much. Missy
Casey Stiokas says:
September 6, 2009 at 10:33 am -
My prayers and thoughts are with you, today especially. God bless,Casey
Melissa Lewis says:
September 6, 2009 at 10:00 am -
Last night as I was thinking of Jacquie, I went to lay down and turn on my tv and the song “We Belong” by Pat Benatar was playing. That song is an SDT song we sing for every formal rush. Then this morning, I see that Hook is playing on AMC. She really is everywhere, giving all of us signs. Jax, I miss you so very much! I wish there was a way to go back but all we have our memories. Memories that are cherished. I will believe always!
Anonymous says:
September 6, 2009 at 8:02 am -
thank you for blessing all of us every single day, you are loved by so many, and are so terribly missed.i love you, i miss you <3
Wendy Valvo says:
September 6, 2009 at 12:36 am -
Thinking of you on this sad day and hoping that somehow, memories of your beautiful Jacquie will help sustain you through your sorrow today and everyday.
Anonymous says:
September 5, 2009 at 11:27 pm -
I have experienced so many Jacquie moments in the recent days that I KNOW she is by my side, helping to remind each of us to believe we have the strength to overcome whatever life throws at us. I am certain tomorrow will be filled with even more special reminders delivered by Jacquie herself, and I hope each person can look beyond the ordinary to believe in the special ways she touches each life everyday. I pray that the Hirsch family feels those special reminders, especially tomorrow.
Anonymous says:
September 5, 2009 at 11:20 pm -
jax, just so you know i talk about you all the time. When i am at work i wear a tinkerbell pin everday, i also have two shirts one that says believe and one that has tink on the back because i love her and because she reminds me of you! everyday someone asks what do you believe? or aww thats a pretty shirt we like tink too! and i say thank you! it’s for my friend jacquie! let me tell you all about her. also everytime i complement someones vera i say if you love vera you should come to our holiday party! (also another reason to talk about you to everyone i meet) and usually every lady leaves with your website and is super excited to come. So dont worry the perfect gift is going to be extra extra EXTRA packed this time. well anyways i just wanted to say i love and miss you and that ive been thinking about you a lot <3 love you pretty girl torey sharon and tj, i’ve never met anyone more wonderful that you. i am truely blessed to have such wonderful people in my life. thank you for everything you have done and still do for me. I cant even begin to express the inpact you have had on my life over the years. i love you guys so much. just know that i will always be here whenever you need. you are the strongest most wonderful family i have ever met. love you always, Whitney
cmd says:
September 5, 2009 at 9:57 pm -
Sharon, Torey, TJ, and forever Jacquie-You are in our hearts always- especially this weekend.
Owen and Cathy says:
September 5, 2009 at 9:01 pm -
Dear Hirsches, We’re thinking of you tonight and wish we could ease the pain of your terrible loss. We will always remember beautiful Jacquie and her great smile. You have carried on the lessons that Jacquie taught and we think she is very proud of you. Your Hope Lodge friends, Owen and Cathy
Anonymous says:
September 5, 2009 at 1:09 pm -
i missed you today, as always. your strength and courage is always an inspiration. i strive everyday to be even remotely as strong as you are jax. love you always <3