Melinda's Guestbook For 2001 to 2003

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I`m so sorry that i foud this page too late.. Melinda`s story is so touching.. I can`t express what I feel about her.. I saw pictures with her on this web page and she was such a beautiful girl, very happy, although she had cancer.. God Bless Her Soul And Her Family.. she will always be loved, I`m sure. Melinda from Romania
Makcosi Melinda <melinda1@rdslink.ro>
Arad, Romania - Sunday, September 14, 2003 at 07:03:28 (PDT)

Hey Mel, It's been a while! I am so plaesed that people keep coming to your site. You will never be forgotten and you continue to inspire people. I sit here in tears touched. You are continuing to Make A Difference,and youe legacy and love will go on forever. Tell Mike we miss him and we love him and will always be with us as well. I love you...Vicky
vbyrne <vbyrne40@aol.com>
Swansea, MA USA - Monday, September 08, 2003 at 01:39:49 (PDT)

YOUR SITE HAS TRULY TOUCHED MY HEART..YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS. MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOU ALWAYS, AND MAY HE HEAL YOUR HEART FROM THE UNTOUCHABLE HURT YOU FEEL EVERYDAY.. LOTS OF LOVE, AND BEST WISHES.
MELISSA HARRIS <MHARRIS_83@YAHOO.COM>
DEBARY, FL US - Sunday, July 06, 2003 at 07:50:11 (PDT)

I´M MELINDA AND I LOVE YOUR HOMEPAGE.I HOPE WE´LL BE GOOD FRIENDS SOON. WRITE TO YOU 4-ever,MELINDA FROM AUSTRIA
Melinda Griesser <ehw@aon.at>
Pörtschach, AUSTRIA AUT - Thursday, June 26, 2003 at 03:54:47 (PDT)

I have just found out that my cousin had lekiuma. I feel you pain
Emma <clumsey2000@hotmail.com>
Inverell, NSW Australia - Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at 17:18:23 (PDT)

This site gave me a look through someone elsa eyes and not mine......
Melinda <Mindalynn89@aol.com>
goodyear, az usa - Monday, June 23, 2003 at 21:28:31 (PDT)

i am so sorry to hear about Melinda if only you could have possibly taken her to st jude childrens research hospital they help children with cancer. so sorry to hear of your loss... our prayers are with you! may God bless you all.
stephanie <none>
usa, usa usa - Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 21:46:48 (PDT)

There are not enough words 2 express my feelings when i look at this website, i have never been so touched be4. i have never had cancer, but even reading about Melinda and Michael Cuccione has changed my life forever. To my true inspirations in life, MELINDA AND MICHAEL. i never knew you, but i feel so close. always in my heart forever. THANK GOD FOR YOU. -Brittany
Brittany <brittanykuntz@hotmail.com>
North Delta, BC CANADA - Wednesday, May 21, 2003 at 00:58:08 (PDT)

My daughter and I really enjoyed your website. My daughter Brittany is 14 years old and was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma at the age of 14 months. She continues to fight as well as awaiting reconstructive surgeries in the future. Best wishes to Melinda and her family and thank you.
Cynthia Beavers <cynthiabeavers223@yahoo.com>
Springfield , IL - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at 08:29:38 (PDT)

Happy 22nd Birthday my darling Melinda. We miss you so much and will never stop loving you. Love Mom and Dad
Mom and Dad
North Vanc, CA - Monday, May 19, 2003 at 22:59:49 (PDT)

I just wanted to say that this web site is beautiful and to let all of Melindas family know that you are wonderful people to keep her dreams going You will be greatly blessed and you will always be in my familys thoughts and prayers
Marina <mlpeterson143rlp@yahoo.com>
Dallas, TX usa - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 18:34:50 (PDT)

hi my name is victoria and I live in a city named stenungsund a half hour cartravel northern göteborg. I like your side very much and I send you my best wishes Hi in Swedish=Hej Goodbye=Hejdå victoria
victoria <no>
göteborg, sweden - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at 03:32:41 (PDT)

I don't have cancer but i would really like to befriend those who have because i find them a better friend to befriend with. I have a friend who's diagnosed with leukemia but is still going on strong...I pray that those who suffers from this incurable disease shall always be blessed...
Nura <radgal_grint@hotmail.com>
Sg - Sunday, May 11, 2003 at 07:01:47 (PDT)

HI. I'm 20 years old and I found the site through Google. I have an Askin's Tumor too. I have been battling this cancer on and off for the past 5 years including right now. I continue to fight and give it my all, especially for those who have passed away. I'm happy I came upon this site. It's encouraging. -Rachel
Rachel <smallishangel@hotmail.com>
St Louis, MO usa - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 00:44:01 (PDT)

Melinda....Happy Easter my darling! Love Dad and Mom
Mom and Dad
CA - Sunday, April 20, 2003 at 08:36:29 (PDT)

This site is a great contribute t children with cancer.I came here threw google trying to find something on my name,I guess I got something better.
Melinda <mindapooh@yahoo.com>
wells, mi usa - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 11:07:19 (PDT)

dear melindas parents, i know michael cuccione and he is doing well. He was a strong and brave young man. Melinda was very brave and strong as well, i would like to say that she loved you all very very much...if any questions please email me
a special friend <smilez143_7@yahoo.com>
CA - Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 08:31:44 (PDT)

Thank you very much for creating this site. My name is Angie Montani and I work with the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta. This site is motivational, informative and very touching. Your family’s story inspires me. Thank you.
Angie Montani <montani@kidscancercare.ab.ca>
Calgary, AB Canada - Wednesday, April 09, 2003 at 10:28:50 (PDT)

l am so sorry l have a daughter named Melinda she is going to be 22 years old this year l am so sorry this happened
phyllis caputo <mcaputo@cogeco.ca>
oakville, CA - Sunday, April 06, 2003 at 12:10:09 (PDT)

I've added your site to my bookmarks and plan on coming back often.
Home Owner Insurance
USA - Friday, April 04, 2003 at 08:45:38 (PST)

Hi, I just want to say that I didn't know Michael Cuccione, I read in his book about Melinda also, thats how I found this site. Although I never knew Michael or Melinda they sounded like both beautiful,talented, true and pure hearted people. I didn't even know Michael had passed until a year after because I didn't see the show until they were just doing re-runs of 2gether. He had such a motivation to do as much as he could, he had ambition and hope in everything he did. He sounded like a very brave person. I wish I had the honor of meeting this young pure hearted guy. If I could meet anyone in the world live or passed it would be him, his story was so amazing, i finished reading his book the other day. I couldn't find it in any book store so i ordered it and I am so glad I did becuz it taught me to have hope through life and never give up. I want Michael to know that he will live in my thoughts and have a place in my heart. Everyone misses that sweet precious guy. Melinda we will all miss ur pure strength in a fight to the end. We all miss u guys! ~Stephanie~
Stephanie <JustinBerfieldLuver2001@hotmail.com>
Saskatoon, SK CA - Thursday, April 03, 2003 at 18:05:11 (PST)

Hello... I just want u to let u know although I have never had cancer in my life stories i've heard like Melinda's along with Michael Cuccione touched my heart. Such sweet people deserve more time to make a difference but as long as others can keep it going it will be fine... I am sure Michael and Melinda are in heaven together smiling apon all the difference around the world that is happening. Though I do not know how it feels to have a loved one pass or battle cancer.. if u are battling cancer, or have a loved on, just stay strong, have hope and even if they are taken from us they are in a great place and will alwayz be remembered. I send out my best hopes and prayers out to Melinda's and other people like Michael Cuccions family also, to keep hope up through life. Thanx :) ~Stephanie~
Stephanie <JustinBerfieldLuver2001@hotmail.com>
Saskatoon, SK CA - Thursday, April 03, 2003 at 17:52:11 (PST)

Very sad, love and cherish the ones that are here now and never forget.
Kelly <N_kelly03@msn.com>
CA - Wednesday, April 02, 2003 at 08:35:58 (PST)

Let me start this by saying sorry for your lost there is nothing i can say to take your pain away.Let me also say i know some of your pain my only son David Dee Vega 6,was diagnoised with ALL (luekemia)on Jan.24,2002 my only son of 3 children. I was devasted i thought why him why us but with the Lords help he went in remission 1 month to the day of diagnois and has been doing well (thank you Jesus).It is a long road but my son knows GOD will and has cred him.Please remember him and i will always pray for GOD to give your family the strenght to go on everyday. LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Dimas DIaz <Deedeeflygirl@aol.com>
north lauderdale, fl. us - Wednesday, April 02, 2003 at 08:35:38 (PST)

In his tender care...our single hope when we lose one we love so much!
Kimberly <funlog36@msn.com>
Jefferson, NY USA - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 09:39:30 (PST)

Thank You for sharing this beautiful memorial of your beloved, courageous, and inspiring daughter, sister, and friend. Agape Love, shari
shari <yarny@bellsouth.net>
Jacksonville, FL US - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 16:29:06 (PST)

I was just looking for things with my name and i seen this i want to say i feel so bad, and all my heart goes out to you. My good bless you very much and take care of you and your family. Frome Melinda in Toronto, Ontario Canada.....
Melinda <sugarcain_834@hotmail.com>
scarborough, on Canada - Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 13:15:48 (PST)

I was looking for my family website and stumbled over this site. I am really sorry for whatever happened cause it seems many of these notes are sad and in hope for Melinda. One of my best friends is Melinda. Well good luck and I hope all goes well.
Sarah,13 <loonytoony90@yahoo.com>
disclosed, none USA - Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 10:48:15 (PST)

all i was looking for was a lhaso apso puppy and that site connected me to this one. it has definitly helped me in humbling myself and rearranging my priorities in life. god bless.
emily walsh <emily.walsh@spangdahlem.af.mil>
spangdahlem, german - Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 08:57:06 (PST)

As I write I am blinded by my tears at such a memorable tribute to your daughter! I cannot imagine losing a child and feeling helpless at times, as I'm sure you did. My dad has recently been diagnosed with cancer and we are taking "one day at a time" and getting all we can with him each day! We are going to have a huge celebration in June (that is when I do the Relay For Life (cancer relay)to commemorate his life, not the ending of. I know that Melinda is home with Jesus and feeling no more pain and suffering. She is now an angel that watches over all that suffer. What an honor! I will look forever for her wings in the heavens. God bless you all!
Jeanne Howard <jhoward@cheshire.net>
Keene, NH U.S.A. - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 16:37:44 (PST)

I don*t know how I found this page but it brought tears to my eyes. I love how you keep her memory alive. I too lost someone I love ,my mom and it has been 16 years and there isn*t a day that goes by that is with me. I know you feel your girl too. God Bless your Family and always know she is watchin over you
Elena <emedina49@webtv.net>
San Jose, Ca USA - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 13:06:14 (PST)

my mom died of brain cancer when i was in the sixth grade and know i am in the tenth and i find it easy to talk to other people about it, but my brother has a very hard time with it. i can't even talk about her around him unless he brings her up first! which is okay i think.
Leah <leahsampson514@hotmail.com>
scappoose, or usa - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 14:57:59 (PST)

I can't imagine the pain of losing a child, my husband passed away Jan 18, 2003 At 32yrs of age. We have a child who is 8. My husband had leukemia, and had a BmT and passed away with complications. I wish there was something I could say, but there is nothing that could comfort you.
Tracy Hamlin
CA - Saturday, February 15, 2003 at 16:35:59 (PST)

If you are who I think you are you are a good person and I am proud of you for never giving up
Louise
CA - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 12:04:49 (PST)

Hi There, I am a college student in TEXAS who just wanted to say great website! I have been doing research on different cancer support groups and have to say that candlelighters is really COOL. I hope that you receive this b/c I want you to be happy when you notice that some cool college student added his name to your guestbook list. BY BY
Robert Hulsey <Robhulsey@hotmail.com>
Austin, Tx USA - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 09:17:44 (PST)

Hi I had written in here before I just wanted to say sorry again and I know what cancer can do now I lost my Mom 2 yrs ago to it Rose in God's Garden A flower blooms eternally It will never wither or bends A petal as soft and gently A spirit that never ends A Rose in God's Garden A Flower soft and fair A delicate Flower of spring Without a a mind of care She grows so abundantly A beauty to the sight The angels watch her intently And God Holds her tight A Rose in God's Garden A Flower soft and fair A delicate Flower of spring Without a a mind of care
patti <misses_miserable@yahoo.com>
holland, mi - Friday, January 31, 2003 at 04:01:24 (PST)

Hello there! I just wanted to say, that Melinda, you're a true warrior and a hero and you're tyte. I learned a lot on your webpage, and I just think it's awesome...you're very strong. May you rest in peace...you and Michael Cuccione. May be you'll meet my daddy, Michael Porras, up in Heaven...he was a strong man and I miss him, but at least you guys can see him in Heaven. I just admire you for your strength and how you just are. It's very cool :) Devistating diseases are a great obstacle, but even through that you kept your head up. Even though I never met you...well, keep shinin' you're light, chica! ;) You're all angels now, stars in the Heavens above along with the Lord. Peace and love to you and your family, Michelle
Michelle Josephine Porras <Michieof2005@aol.com>
Fresno, CA USA - Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 22:36:59 (PST)

Iwas glad to read your sites and i hope that spiritual healing might help you, im sure you will have some, take care now, hindreds of people know who you are and they might say hello to sweet blessings
FRANK <frankmillar56@hotmail.com>
Edinburgh, scotland CA - Sunday, January 19, 2003 at 10:10:16 (PST)

Hi i am Melinda Bowersock Girl friend of Jesse Rose i am sorry to here of your sickness i wish you all the best and hope to you and your family for all the rough times you mist be going through right now
Melinda Bowersock <brat_in_da_hood2@hotmail>
bellevue, ohio usa - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 08:38:55 (PST)

First off, I would just like to express my condolences to all of Melinda's family and friends. I know how hard it is to lose a family member to cancer. However, for me, my loss was totally different. My loss involved losing a great-grandfather that I never got a chance to know, and losing a grandmother that I would have liked to have gotten to know better. They passed away in 1983 and 1985, respectively. And since I was born in 1979, I was only a baby when my great-grandfather passed, and only a young child when my grandmother passed. I know it isn't the same as losing a child, but the same disease took both of our beloved family members. Cancer is a viscious and cruel disease, and it isn't picky. My feelings go out to everyone who has lost a family member or a friend to cancer. Look to the sky, for they are looking down at us. Just remember that they are now free of all pain and of any disease. Keep your chin up and you will see them again looking at you.
Amanda Jamieson <prodigy242@yahoo.com>
Calgary , AB Canada - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 14:10:50 (PST)

I think that this site is great for people that have cancer or have family members that have cancer to show that there not alone in the fight. God Bless.
Devony Barker <MCFanatic1212@cs.com>
Thomasville, NC USA - Sunday, January 12, 2003 at 15:06:41 (PST)

I love your site, you have a beautiful family. I battled (...and won...) cancer last year, scariest thing ever, I tell'ya. I admirer you courage and determination, I wish I had as much, but I am weak. My husband died 3 months ago, and now I know how short life can be. I am not unhappy, could never be with God in my life, I am just very, very sad at times :(:( but life goes on and I trust that God has a plan. I don't know you, but from now on, you will be in my prayers. Warmly, Fern
Fern <fern@sogetel.net>
Ste-justine, Quebec CA - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 22:24:32 (PST)

I was first drawn to this sight through a link at another website and since then have been coming back often. Although I never new Melinda I feel drawn to her site and come back and look at everything again and again. I'm sorry that the world lost such a wonderful girl. I can only hope that I can be as strong as Melinda in all of my life challenges. I hope that Melinda's family will live a happy life, b/c even though Melinda is gone she will always be with you all in spirit.
Lori
M-ville!!, OH USA!!! - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 19:08:04 (PST)

I'm so sad to hear that Melinda died so soon. I'm sure that God is with her now. I already had this idea to start a newsletter abt cancer for kids and teenagers. It features true accounts, book and website reviews, your feelings, donations, Lurlene Mcdaniel, me and Singapore. There's more, anyway. I hope those of you out there can provide info for me. I thank you all for helping me. May God bless you all! Serene, 12, Singapore
Serene <serenetai@pacific.net.sg>
Singapore, SGP Singapore - Sunday, December 29, 2002 at 05:03:41 (PST)

Merry Christmas my darling Melinda...we keep your candle burning during the Christmas Season and your name comes up always in our conversations....we miss your smile, laughter, and would love to give you a big hug so very much. You live in our hearts and always will...Love Mom, Dad, Mike, Lucky too!
Joanne Hathaway (Mom) <dhathaway@telus.net>
North Vanc. B.C., CA - Friday, December 27, 2002 at 17:23:18 (PST)

Hey everybody...Please visit and join my Yahoo Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MelindaRoseHathaway ! I am having a Melinda R.H. Chat on 12/29/02 And you can get all the information there! PLease please please please please join!!!!!! I really hope there are going to be more members and more people to chat with on the 29th! Thank you so much! ~Eva
Eva <DevilEyes285@yahoo.com>
USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2002 at 13:30:22 (PST)

Melinda has been gone from this earth for a while now but her spirit continues to touch people around the world...may she rest in peace forever...god only picks the brightest flowers for his garden and Melinda has earned her place there...and even though she has gone from this earth this site continues to reach out to people everywhere...now that is a worthy legacy...Arohanui Melinda hope to meet you when my time on this earth is through. Mark
Mark <sundowner57@optusnet.com.au>
Townsville, NQ Australia - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 17:55:21 (PST)

Hey everybody! I just want to tell you about a group i made for Melinda! I have 17 members and i would please every one of they joined to raise up the members. Tha address is: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MelindaRoseHathaway Thank you so much, and i hope to see you there! ~Eva
Eva <devileyes285@yahoo.com>
ny - Saturday, December 21, 2002 at 08:22:45 (PST)

My thoughts and prayers to Melinda's family and friends. She must have been a remarkable young woman, I am saddened that more people will not have the opportunity to actually meet her, but this web site is a wonderful thing. Thank you. Dec 18, 2002
Valerie
Lincoln, NE USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 16:29:27 (PST)

i'am from belguim and read this page about melinda,a'hope that more people sign her guestbook,she died to soon,i wish her parents very luck to and the power
ron <intersoft.webmasters@pandora.be>
turnhout, be antwerpen - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 12:49:06 (PST)

I will never forget you. You helped me through the toughest of times even though you need more help then me you still helped everyone else so much more. I still have pictures of you up on my wall in my room and in my head and in my heart. I really wish that you still could be hear to share fun times and bad times with me (although we have already had our bad times). I still have the little silver pig neclace that your mom gave me. Im doing well. I have to go to the hospital ever year just once. I play soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Well im going to stop writing or else im going to get even more upset becuase I miss you so very much. You will always be with me through the hardest and easiest times of my life. Love you and God Bless -Kayla Gromme-
Kayla Gromme <crazy_ten@hotmail.com>
ganges, b.c CA - Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 07:54:11 (PST)

the site is great and i know alot of things about cancer i didn't know before .My aunt died of cancer on october 4 the day after her brithday so i know alot about it.....i hope pepole under stand more about it and the scientist find a cure 4 it.
Melinda Sue Burton <attitude646@aolcom>
Lanesville, in usa - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 20:28:17 (PST)

Well as i read this page was last updated in 1997!!! Well. my name is Melinda and i'm 15 and i just wanted to see how yyour daughter ws doing
Melinda <crazy_mel_05@hotmail.com>
Amite, La United States - Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 10:23:57 (PST)

Hey i was bored in my english class and we were on the computers and my friends typed in my name and your web page came up...i am sorry to hear you have cancer....its s aid to know that another melinda is sick...lol I hope you get better -Melinda, 16 years old
Melinda <Flop1413@aol.com>
Norwalk, CT USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 08:36:44 (PST)

Melinda- I know you're gone, but I just wanted to let you know how much of a inspiration your life has been to mine. Everything you've gone through has only made me a stronger person and I wanted to thank you for that. I know you're in heaven now looking down on all those who deeply care about you. Thanks again for everything and I just wanted to say that I'm really sorry that the family of Melinda had to go through this heart breaking event. My prayers are with you.
Erica <bigstyler@snowboard.com>
Oregon USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 23:22:32 (PST)

HEY MELINDA I'TS ME AGAIN. WELL I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU ONCE AGAIN THAT I HOPE YOUR SHINING YOUR LIGHT UPON US. I ALSO WANTED TO SAY THAT I HOPE YOU AND MICHAEL ARE HAPPY UP ABOVE.GOD TO YOU IN HIS ARMS FOR A REASON.MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO MELINDA AND MICHAEL'S FAMILIES.GOD BLESS.LOVE EVELYN
Evelyn Carranza
CA - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 22:02:34 (PST)

MELINDA, I KNOW WE NEVER MET EACH OTHER OR LOOKED IN THE EYES BEFORE,BUT I BELIVE THAT YOU CAN ALSO MEET PEOPLE FROM THE HEART.IM SURE IT WAS HARD TO LIVE WITH YOUR DISEASE, AND I HOPE THAT I CAN HELP CURE IT ONE DAY. I KNOW I'VE NEVER HAD A FRIEND WITH CANCER,BUT I HOPE THAT WHEN THAT MOMENT COMES,I'LL BE ABLE TO HELP.REST IN PEACE MELINDA,AND LOOK DOWN ON US ONCE IN A WHILE.
Evelyn Carranza
CA - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 21:29:49 (PST)

I'm am so sorry for your loss. My nephew anthony passed away from cancer Dec 26, 2002, he was 6 years old. My prayers are with you. Their memories and love will live on forever.
Melinda, as I read your website I was very touched by what was in it, I am writing to u to tell u that u have helped many people with the information u have provided. Thank u very VERY much!
Nancy
CA - Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at 10:04:17 (PDT)

This website has been very inspiring to me. I have always wanted to work with children who have been diagnosed with cancer because they have a completely different outlook on life that is so pure and innocent, it's amazing. I'm hoping this Summer before I start college that I will be able to become a counselor at a cancer camp. If anybody could assist me in finding a camp who is willing to take counselors, I'd be very appreciative. Please e-mail me at AngelicPrincess509@yahoo.com with any helpful comments. Thank you and may Melinda's memory live on in the hearts and minds of many. Melinda, it's people like you that make this world a better place. ~Amanda
Amanda Sanders <angelicprincess509@yahoo.com>
Bakersfield, Ca USA - Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 21:31:00 (PDT)

Thanks for letting me talk within this site. i am battleing squamous cell carsinoma for the second time. i havent been given but a year to live. i want 4 years at least. I want my significate other to marry me. we are 46 and 47. i really have something to look forward to in arrangeing the wedding. finging the dress, ring, preist, and where to have it. there are lots of sites that give you some of the things at a reduced rate. i am so excited. i have also choosen alternative theapies that may not kill me so fast. they may even save my life. its called ipt. wedsite iptq.com. god bless to everyone and hope your journey home is peaceful and your loved ones are with you always.
Pamela DeFee <bobodog@cox.net>
Chandler, az us - Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 20:50:12 (PDT)

i would just like to add that its people like Melinda that give us all strenght and faith. Im sorry about your lost, U have one brave daughter, Crystalline
Crystalline Willie <girllegand_@hotmail.com>
Ganado, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at 08:05:32 (PDT)

I HAVE ALREADY LEAVED YOU A MESSAGE BUT I JUST READ ALL THE OTHER ENTRYS AND I WOULD LIKE TO SEND ALL MY LOVE TO THE FAMILY AND MALINDA I HAVE NOT STOP CRYIN SINCE I READ THE TRIBUTES ALL MY RESPECT TO YOU AND I WILL HELP TO RAISE MONEY TO HELP OTHERS PEOPLE WITH CANCER FIND A CURE. R.I.P LOVE KATIE XXXXXXXX
KATIE ANNE ROBINSON <KATIEANNEY2K2@HOTMAIL.COM>
LONDON, ENGLAND - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 05:44:59 (PDT)

i have read the tributes fron melinda's dad and friend an i was very moved by wot was written. i am sorry about wot happened to malinda and all my respect goes out to her and her family R.I.P XXXXXX
katie anne Robinson <katieanney2k2@hotmail.com>
london, england - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 05:36:23 (PDT)

it's all you live in the midst of it watching the child's eye like raindrops i fly see me through to the end with whispers, with words, you have never feed i want the orange sky blossoms don't die PLEASE don't die!
tom
germany - Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 23:52:10 (PDT)

My darling Melinda....Dad and I just came back from visiting your grave site...we took your favorite flowers..you always loved flowers and were so pleased when ever you got them....I could see your smile as we laid them on the ground.....today it will be 6 years since you left us....we miss you so very much and wish we could hear you laugh and give you a big hug...you were a wonderful daughter and Dad and I are proud that we are your Mom and Dad. We lit your candle this morning and it has been burning all day....we have so many happy memories of you and it is those memories that keep us going....We love you sweetheart and we will never forget you...Love Melinda's Mom and Dad forever
Joanne Hathaway
North Vanc, CA - Sunday, September 15, 2002 at 19:39:48 (PDT)

i wish u luck and may we all have pray for u and for family throw this hared time u are all going throw and may god be with u
melinda williford <LitteoneL@aol.com>
kountze, tx usa - Thursday, September 12, 2002 at 18:28:40 (PDT)

The tributes were lovely
clara Scaggs <clarava@webtv.net>
salem, va USA - Tuesday, September 03, 2002 at 19:55:31 (PDT)

"Angels do find us in our hour of need.".....Melinda, you never knew me, I never knew you, I was looking for music, and I found an Angel I never knew. It has been years since you've left this place we call home, but your memory lives inside everyone and grows every passing day. I did something I had not done in a very long time......cry. Taken from this world, so young....but you left behind a lagacy, you've touched people you never knew, you touched myself with your courage, and your love for music.....and your favourite friend Lucky. Meant to or not, you've encouraged me to make the best of every day of my life.....do not take anything for granted ever....if the world had half the courage that you've displayed Melinda......the world would be a much better place to live......I will do whatever i can to make life better.....if even for one person, to put a smile on their face, to know you touched someones life.....years down the road......that Melinda.....that show's how important your life was. When I look towards the sky tonight Melinda, and I see the brightest star in the Heaven's......I'll say hello to you...you will always be alive in our hearts, your memory will never fade. when we meet one day.....promise me you'll take Lucky for a walk with myself......I would be honoured.....
Warren Wuschenny <walena@hotmail.com>
Edmonton, Ab CA - Sunday, September 01, 2002 at 03:24:42 (PDT)

Dear Melinda, it's been a while since you've joined the Heavenly Father in a better place. I just want to say thank you for opening my eyes to help me live my life to the fullest. Thank you... Rest in peace... Maybe one day we will get a chance to meet... Jonathan "Cherishing a complete life does not necessarily require a complete lifetime." ~Melinda Rose Hathaway
Jonathan Nguyen <ghettoaznpinoy@hotmail.com>
San Jose, CA USA - Sunday, August 25, 2002 at 20:39:48 (PDT)

Hallo, schönes Gästebuch! :-) Bin gerade vorbei gesurft und dachte ich trag mich hier auch ein, ausserdem, guter Rat muss nicht immer teuer sein. Klick rein, bring Glück herein :-)) Was heisst Sonnenuntergang auf Finnisch: Hell----sinky - Gruss an alle, die diese Zeilen auch noch lesen. :-)
Autoversicherung <webmaster@shortwin.org>
Kiel, DE Germany - Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at 12:22:06 (PDT)

Hi My name is Sheila. I just found out in November my Husband Grant has Cancer plus Hepatitis- C what more can happen to him I really don't want to lose the person I've been married to for 32 years. I will be lookiing forward to hearing from you thank you for your time. Yours truly Sheila
Sheila <SheilaHowe13@msn.com>
Toronto, Ont CANADA - Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 22:38:41 (PDT)

Hi My husband has cancer and there is nothing more the doctor's can do for so they sent him home to die and believe you me this the hardest thing that I am going through right now if they is anyone out there that can give me a helping hand I would be very happy. Yours truly Sheila
Sheila Howe <SheilaHowe13@msn.com>
Toronto, Ont Canada - Monday, August 12, 2002 at 00:57:41 (PDT)

Hi, I obviously never knew Melinda, but I'm a big Michael Cuccione fan and I read about her on his website about a year ago. I'm so sorry about Melinda. Its been a few years but you must still be hurting. She seems like she was such a great and loving person. We need more people like her on Earth. I know it images strange, but when Michael died, I immediately thought "Michael's in heaven with Melinda now. I'm glad they're together again." Strange, but true. Looking around this website, I can see that Melinda was interesting and very fun to be around. I pray that an angel like her is in Heaven where she belongs.
Shequita <robotdog4eva@hotmail.com>
IL USA - Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 19:29:05 (PDT)

i feel very touched and heartbroken at hearing Melinda Rose's story. i never knew who she was until i found this website. i feel very special to share the name Melinda. Melinda Rose sounded like a lovely person who made the people around her smile. may she rest in peace and 1 day be reunited with her family in heaven. love Melinda Elizabeth
Melinda Elizabeth <princessrose1912@yahoo.com>
Perth, WA Australia - Friday, August 09, 2002 at 09:23:24 (PDT)

O MY..I came across this webpage.. and I am so touched by what a beautiful person Melinda was, sharing her passion and leaving behind a legend for others to learn and grow from, and to also let everyone see what a kind, caring, and compassionate person Melinda was. God bless her friends and families for they were so blessed to have known such a precious girl. Wow, the tears flows..and my heart still goes out to her family that will forever miss her.
stacey
CA - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 20:49:25 (PDT)

I am so sorry for your loss. Children aren't meant to suffer and feel pain. Your daughter is a gift from God and now she is with her Lord. God bless you.
Michelle Billings <mbill7@attbi.com>
Tucker, GA USA - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 12:26:50 (PDT)

Great site..I enjoyed it a lot..BTW Its the first time I'm posting my comments on a public place.
isdn anlagen anbieter <webmaster@isdn-xxl.tk>
Canterton, CA CA - Wednesday, July 31, 2002 at 14:24:13 (PDT)

I really enjoyed your images. Keep up the good work. Good Luck-Regards T.Kanter
Krankenversicherung Privat <webmaster@private-krankenversicherung.tk>
Hamburg, DE Deutschland - Monday, July 29, 2002 at 16:13:30 (PDT)

i am a huge fan of michael cuccione. Melinda and Michael's friendship will last a life time. (my aol screen name is mikeismyhero85) just in case anyone wants to talk.
samantha <samsdoggie@yahoo.com>
Hawthorne, CA - Monday, July 29, 2002 at 11:56:55 (PDT)

I have just come across this site and was very moved by what I read. To keep open this site in the memory of Melinda was a wonderful thing to do. It is such a good thing when something so positive in relation to Melinda's life can shine through to help others who may be suffering cancer. Family members who have to support someone in their own family with this disease will, I'm sure, find it so beneficial to them in their time of need. Geraldine
Geraldine
CA - Sunday, July 28, 2002 at 07:29:29 (PDT)

Hello i read this webpage and i liked it well i stumbled into this website whene is was checkin out the other melinda people and well i like this webpage and well i got some tears reading it it seems that melinda had a very nice kind family and im deeply sorry for your lost. as i read her pages see seemed like a very kind girl who cares for people i wish i got to say hi to her. but i would like to say hi to her family.
Melinda K <Melinda_Kg@hotmail.com>
Ontario, Canada, - Thursday, July 25, 2002 at 12:38:48 (PDT)

oh gosh sorry I now realize that you are in heaven with Michael. Well to anybody who reads this I guess they are true angels. I love this site but it makes me want to cry. :( I am just happy that Melinda does not have to suffer any more because she is in gods hands.
Ashley
CA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 01:05:09 (PDT)

Wel hi there my name is Ashley and I think that you are pretty cool. I hope you have recovered and are living a happy life. It was very sad when Michael died. Did you go to the funeral? I really likef him a lot, he was such a good person to be a fan of. I do wish I could feel the pain you went through when you were sick but I can't. I just hope that you are happy these days. Email me sometime. :)
Ashley <ANGigglesCory@yahoo.com>
Kent, WA USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 01:01:14 (PDT)

hi! i cant believe that Melinda is only 15 yrs old.....she is so young.......
angie <hannahgie24@yahoo.com>
makati, philippines - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 17:44:04 (PDT)

Hello anyone who reads this... I just want to send my deepest condolences and I have just found courage to write in your guest book. Ever since I heard about Michael Cuccione last year, I have never been the same and I have been learning about him and his book took me to this site and I love it. At least you and him and hang out in heaven and watch us try to find a cure for cancer! I am not a sufferer of the disease but I have some family members that have it and I am greatly motivated to find a cure! Actually last year I had a car wash and this weekend, I am having a yard sale and all the money goes to the Michael Cuccione Foundation! I am really looking forward to it! I hope your spirit and Mike's spirit can help others to be blessed with the same motivation that has been bestowed upon me! You are a true hero and your legacy lives on along with Michaels! <3-Safa
Safa <roxybabe103@hotmail.com>
Milwaukie, OR USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 15:19:23 (PDT)

I came upon this website while looking over some cancer sites. My 23 month old daughter has neuroblastoma. I wish you all the best, and I hope that you never know any more sadness and pain.
yaffa shilman <yshilman@worldnet.att.net>
CA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 09:50:50 (PDT)

Quiciera que me enviaran la letra en español del tema I WIL SURVIVOR GRACIAS
SALOMÉ COTELO <sinomeves@hotmail.com>
Montevideo, montevideo Uruguay - Tuesday, July 16, 2002 at 15:27:12 (PDT)

I am so sorry about Melinda. Most people ask God, why? like me, many times over. Some people doesn't ask God why? My older sister, asked me - if God spoke and told me all the why's and what for's,-- would that make me feel better? Yes it would, but I would still hurt and cry because of not having the loved one with me anymore. All my tears can't change God's plans. My sister told me, that we would know the answers, when we go to Heaven, but for me, I want to know the answers now. I told her, Why, do we have to wait till then? What good is it going to do me then, I want to know now. It's not a sin, to ask God why, because He created me and He knows how I am, and He (still) loves me. I have lost to many loved ones in my life. We read in the Bible, that God won't burden us with more than we can bare, but I have told Him, that I have had enough. I have told Him that I can't take anymore. I have 5 chronic illnesses, and it seems like God is punishing me for some reason, but He doesn't do that. I know that Melinda is an Angel now, and she is looking over your family with love. My prayers are with your family, and that your hurt will ease in time, and may God bless you, and keep you safe and well. Sincerly Dianna
Dianna year- 2002 <thcline@hotmail.com>
newton, nc USA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 23:06:38 (PDT)

Hello
S.R. Clarke
CA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 13:47:00 (PDT)

Hello
S.R. Clarke
CA - Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 13:46:51 (PDT)

I just finished reading There are survivors and never have I been more touched. I'm so sorry both of you had to go so soon, but you have inspired so many people beyond belief. It's so sad that so young, motivated, and caring people had to be taken from us. I'm happy to say though that I stand before you now with new enlightment so that maybe I can help try to cahnge what seems unchangable too. My 3 year old cousin was just diagnosed with leukemia and now I realize that the time to do something is now, because I was given this chance at life for a reason. And I'm going to try to help as many people as I can because I can. Thank you for inspiring me. I am eternally grateful.
Ann <rockerangel2428@yahoo.com>
Cleveland, OH USA - Tuesday, July 09, 2002 at 19:01:18 (PDT)

Great site!
Erotik, Liebe, Love <webmaster@suby.de>
germany - Monday, July 08, 2002 at 01:41:28 (PDT)

Hello ! I accidentally stumbled upon this page and I started reading and my heart went out to you all. I lost an infant daughter name Julia and I know your pain. Just remeber our little angels are our angels in heaven looking after us. God Bless you all !!!
Traci <AngelMommy68@aol.com>
Gbg, Pa Pa - Thursday, July 04, 2002 at 01:15:49 (PDT)

Just passing by, nice site... I'll be back. Best wishes, Gentry
Gentry
CA - Monday, July 01, 2002 at 14:14:59 (PDT)

good
Faiyaz Ahmed Khan <mail@faiyaz.com>
Karachi, PAKISTAN - Sunday, June 30, 2002 at 13:13:21 (PDT)

NEVER WOULD HAVE ANYBODY THOUGHT A SILENT INVADER WOULD STRUCK OUR FAMILY. AS MY FAMILY AND I STRUGGLE TO GET THROUGH THE SADNESS OF MY YOUNGER SISTER PAINLY SUFFERING FROM LEUKIMEA. I UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL. AS SOON AS YOUR BELOVED MELINDA MEETS MY YOUNGER SISTER ASHLY, IN HEAVEN, THEY WILL SEE ALL THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR THEM. R.I.P MELINDA.
Singing a Sad Cry in Grief
- Saturday, June 29, 2002 at 18:05:20 (PDT)

I dont know melinda but I am sure she was a great person. I read the hompage and I decided that I wanted to find a cure for cancer that will change things. I am only 11 but hearing how she wanted to help other kids with cancer touched me for life.
melinda campanella <devilgirl74345@hotmail.com>
Delran, NJ USA - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 07:19:32 (PDT)

Hey Mel, Happy belated 21st B-Day! Can you beleve the amount of lives you are still touching on a day to day basis? Everytime I visit this site, Iam full of emotion and thankfulness. Thank you for caring enough to share your story with the world. You will be forever making a difference and you WILL NEVER be forgotton. I hope your keeping Michaelin line! HAHA. Love always Your big fan... Vicky
vbyrne <vbyrne40@hotmail.com>
swansea, MA CA - Thursday, June 27, 2002 at 16:37:40 (PDT)

My name is melinda
Melinda <malibu39@excite.com>
MTN. City, ga US - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 20:09:45 (PDT)

I think this is so cool! I am 15 and was dionosed with brain cancer January 15. Life has never beeen the same for me. It helps that there is someone out there trying to conect all cancer patients around the world! I havn't talked to anyoneone or seen anyone my age with what I have
Jenny Moss <JennyMoss2002@yahoo>
Richmond, VA United States - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 08:02:58 (PDT)

Hi everyone. I just finished reading "There Are Survivors: The Michael Cuccione Story", and I was deeply touched by the friendship Melinda and Michael shared. I've read the book several times, but now that I am older, I believe that I truly understand it. I lost my aunt, who was like a mother to me, in October 2001 to cancer. Michael's death hit me tragically and when I learned of Melinda, it became worse. I had a website dedicated to them, but it started to cost money that I couldn't afford. I have learned so much from Melinda. I only wish I had known her. Since Melinda taught me to do things such as dream and try and never give up, I hope to one day be an oncologist, and help save the adolescents in this world today from the terrible disease of cancer. I still have a ways to go, being that I am only 13, but I look forward to the rest of my life, but to cherish it, will not take a full lifetime, as Melinda once stated. And I love this website! Keep Melinda's spirit alive. She was truly blessed.
Erin <skate_chick216@hotmail.com>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Tuesday, June 18, 2002 at 10:01:59 (PDT)

I am sorry to hear about that my 2 cousins had leukimia. I know how you feel.
akira and ashten
USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 07:12:24 (PDT)

congratulations for a nice web site with many informations. good luck greetings from Ch. Nicole
Nicole <info@logodiscount.de>
Chesterfield, mUK international - Friday, June 14, 2002 at 00:59:23 (PDT)

Hi, a very nice website. thanks for this good informations. i found your site in a meta seach-engine named metager. best wishes klaus from germany
Klaus <info@logolade.de>
Augsburg, Bayern Allemagne - Wednesday, June 12, 2002 at 06:41:25 (PDT)

Hallo, Eure Webseite habe ich zufällig gefunden und bin sehr überrascht. Wirklich gut gelungen. Und vielen Dank für die brauchbaren Informationen. So, ich surfe weiter... Grüße aus Kiel
Jens <info@logos.li>
- Wednesday, June 12, 2002 at 01:07:18 (PDT)

I'm sorry about your daughter and I hope people will remember her and I will rememberher and her family in my prayers.
Kellie Tittle <kt4@gaggle.net>
CA - Friday, June 07, 2002 at 19:53:12 (PDT)

I just think this is the best thing I have ever read, I lost my mom to cancer and now I have a 15 and 17 year old that I truly love , and you as well are greatly loved, wow the peoples storys and so many people who care, we will pray for the famileys
Sharon Martin <eddyb@alltel.net>
vilonia, Ar fulkner - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 12:50:14 (PDT)

i just wanted to say that i truley miss michael and melinda but they are together in the clouds
megan gardiner <aihtgtobsb@aol.com>
elmont, NY USA - Sunday, June 02, 2002 at 07:21:28 (PDT)

cool site
hassan <hhassan25@hotmail.com>
toronto, on CA - Friday, May 31, 2002 at 19:48:18 (PDT)

Querida familia: Mi mami le diagnosticaron myeloma multple ahora en mayo 30, 2002. Buscando informacion encontre su hermosa pagina. No han empezado tratamiento, no tenemos idea en que etapa esta. Me siento muy triste, ella tiene 58 anos. Creo que es hermosos lo que su hija hizo y sigue haciendo atraves de ustedes su familia. Que Dios los bendiga y los siga acompanado ahora y siempre. Y se que Melinda esta con el para cuidarlos y darles fortaleza para seguir con su mision. Gracias.
Sonia Rosado <Soniarosado390@hotmail.com>
Guayanilla, Puerto Rico - Friday, May 31, 2002 at 11:08:20 (PDT)

Greetings from cologne!!!
Versteigerungen <webmaster@gebrauchtwagenboerse.org>
germany - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 01:59:06 (PDT)

Greetings from cologne!!!
Versteigerungen <webmaster@gebrauchtwagenboerse.org>
germany - Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 01:58:32 (PDT)

Just as you feel blessed to have had Melinda in your lives, I'm sure she was equally thankful for such a wonderful family. Your love really shines through this website.
Anna
CA - Thursday, May 23, 2002 at 01:45:31 (PDT)

HELLO, WELL I GUESS I AM SIGNING THIS KINDA LATE, BU TI WANT TO SAY THAT YOUR PRECIOUS DAUGHTER AND I SHARED OUR NAME. I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT HER PASSING, ALTHOUGH IT WAS LONG AGO, IM SURE IT STILL HURTS. READING THROUGH THIS PAGE, IT SEMMS MELINDA WAS A VERY CARING GENTLE SOUL. I WISH I HAD SEEN THIS SIGHT BEFORE NOW, ALMOST 5 YRS TOO LATE. I GUESS YOU REQUEST IS STILL COMING TRUE. THIS SITE IS STILL UP AND RUNNING LIKE SHE WANTD IT TO. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. ~ANGEL~ MELINDA ROSE SMITH
melinda rose smith (aka angel) <sycohun7@hotmail.com>
nashua, NH USA - Monday, May 20, 2002 at 18:38:10 (PDT)

My Darling Melinda...Happy 21st Birthday....Hope you like the pink roses that we took to the cemetery...we miss you so very much my love. Today we spent the day at one of your favorite places....the L.Q.M.A. track where you have so many friends. The L.Q.M.A. track held a Melinda's Day/Reunion on May llth to celebrate your 21st Birthday. Ann made the traditional race track cake complete with race cars....there was a pig pinata filled with lots of goodies for all the racers....the children of L.Q.M.A. donated a beautiful rocking chair (painted with pigs learning ballet!) which is going to the B.C. Children's Hospital Ward 3B in your memory....many of your race friends from 1994,l995,l996 all came together to celebrate and we had a delicious pot luck supper....Melinda I am sure that you were smiling down on us all....we all miss you sweetheart. Love Mom, Dad, Mike and of course Lucky.
Joanne Hathaway (Mom) <dhathaway@telus.net>
North Vanc., CA - Sunday, May 19, 2002 at 21:12:26 (PDT)

god bless you melinda. what a great tribute to you. the angels in heaven will look after you.
pat cox <lady_jade1>
san angelo, tx tom green - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 15:57:11 (PDT)

I hope people continue to sign this guestbook. I hope she will always be remembered.
Kevin Bucci <kcbucci@attbi.com>
MA USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 07:23:11 (PDT)

Hi Melinda, We reach your page searching Lhasa breed information. We thank you of been so nice and share your hard experience with us. We are three Myself (Alvaro), Claudia (Wife), Gabriel (Son) and Nani (our lhasa lady). We wish you the best and part of our prays, everyday, will be asking to give you more power and energy to face your challenge. All the best from this brazilian Family,
Alvaro Sousa <alvaro_sousa@terra.com.br>
Sao Paulo, SP Brasil - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 16:58:39 (PDT)

Hi Melinda! Regards from Europe/Sweden
Melker Tillman <metil@telia.com>
CA - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 04:36:03 (PDT)

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china - Tuesday, May 07, 2002 at 20:11:33 (PDT)

I'm sorry to hear about Melinda. My mom had passed away from cancer in 1988. Just last week I had to put my 3-1/2 year old lhaso apso to sleep. My mom wasn't a dog lover but I know she is keeping care of Cocoa until someday were together again.
Linda Childs <bowlerchilds@aol.com>
Lansdale, PA USA - Monday, May 06, 2002 at 16:52:58 (PDT)

I am really sorry about Melinda!!! She had a really nice family and Greg, I think any girl would be really lucky to go out with you because you are the sweetest guy i have ever heard of!!!
Angie <Rickymartinissexy@mtv.com or sum41luvr@mtv.com>
Hartford, ct usa - Sunday, May 05, 2002 at 17:18:27 (PDT)

What a beautiful way to remember your daughter, sister, and friend! May the loving words of all that have signed bring peace and harmony to you..Listen and feel Melinda in what we know as light, wind and peace. May the light always shine upon you...Love Jennifer
Jennifer <Jenn197118@aol.com>
Garland, Tx US - Thursday, May 02, 2002 at 13:11:14 (PDT)

I just stumbled on this site tonite. May God bless your family Melinda. We have a son who has retnoblastoma in the right eye. He is a tough boy, most people do not know. I feel more depressed than him most of the time. May your soul rest in peace.
Felicia Webb
Ypsilanti, MI USA - Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 18:54:55 (PDT)

I WILL DEFINETTLY MISS YOU AND MICHAEL CUCCIONE FOREVER!!!!!! SEE YOU BOTH WHEN I GET THERE!!!! AND IM VERRY SORRY FOR BOTH OF YOU DEATHS!!!! BYE FOR NOW! AND SEE YOU SOON MELINDA!!!!!!
alexis <b_tippin@msn.com>
Toledo, OH North America - Wednesday, May 01, 2002 at 16:09:39 (PDT)

I hope you dont mind mw writing but i found this site when i ws doing some research about my new puppy a lapse apso called Bruce when i got in to this site i would just like to say what a bright star in heaven Melinda is i have three small girls myself and sometimes people jsut arnt thankfull enough that there children are healthy her story touched my heart all the best Jane Conway
Jane <pj.conway@btinternet.com>
Armagh, Ireland - Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at 17:01:40 (PDT)

I stumbled onto this site while looking up information of my lhasa apso Buddy. Melinda's site has touched me more than you can know. God bless Melinda and her family, and remember that you will be reunited in Heaven.
Sherrie <scarpenter@mail.ashe.nc.us>
creston, nc USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 11:45:47 (PDT)

Im so sorry Melinda passed away, but shes in a better place now, theres no pain or worry in heaven, my uncle and my cousin are both suffering the effects of cancer, and my grandmother recently died from it. Ill keep on praying for Melinda and hope that my uncle (34 years), cousin (7 years), and my grandmother who passed away at age 80 find melinda in heaven and have a great afterlife together. Im sure shes watching over you and keeping you safe, You can now say that you have a true guardian angel.
Daniel Cooke <cookie_30630@hotmail.com>
Sale, Victoria Australia - Tuesday, April 09, 2002 at 23:12:08 (PDT)

Thank you so much for this web site My niece, mother and father in-law has cancer. GOD BLESS ALL THE FAMILES AND FRIENDS WHO HAVE LOST LOVED ONES, OR WHO HAVE LOVED ONES THAT ARE SICK.
angela <angelaholloman@prodigy.net>
CA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 06:56:44 (PDT)

hey all this site is really sad, i cried heaps i came across this site as 1 of my friends has lukemia and its getting worse and she isnt expected 2 live past august and i was wondering how it comes about and i fell in 2 ur site and have cried heaps! hope ya havin fun up there luv nae
Janae <shortey_chick@hotmail.com>
AUS - Sunday, April 07, 2002 at 03:25:33 (PDT)

stories like melinda's fuel my passion to be a nurse. im not the smartest person in the world but if i can bring a little smile to one persons face, all my years of work will be worth it. melinda is an inspiration, you should be very proud. i am only 17 and i wish i could have half the strenghth and courage that your daughter had. my thoughts are with you.
kassie woodruff <bwoodruff@ozemail.com.au>
denman, nsw australia - Saturday, April 06, 2002 at 21:12:33 (PST)

A Angel went to heaven,for I know this my baby of 11 yrs an Lhasa Apso died of cancer,but is there to greet her. Lorraine.
lorraine Schoch <lori2@hazleton.net>
Hazleton, Pa. United States - Saturday, April 06, 2002 at 10:04:58 (PST)

I just wanted to say that I lost my sister on January 14, 2001 from breast cancer, she was only 33. Just as your daughter, my sister was full of life, even up unitl the end. I think it's wonderful that you are carrying out her wish. You have to remember, just as I do, she is in a much better place now. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa <LilMDgirl>
Dayton, MD - Wednesday, April 03, 2002 at 22:46:09 (PST)

this sight touched my heart. May God be with your family. You are a beautiful person. God Bless .
Ronda
Oklahoma city, Ok CA - Wednesday, April 03, 2002 at 19:39:06 (PST)

I just wanted to say two things. One, I stumbled across this site while playing a game and was utterly unmovably touched by it. Two, Melinda was an amazing girl to have lefta mere webpage that has touched so many people. I wish I was as strong as she was. Keep smiling, things get brighter.
Meghan Maguire <xhardcoreforjesusx@yahoo.com>
Rohnert Park, CA USA - Sunday, March 31, 2002 at 22:46:50 (PST)

Melinda you amaze me!!!! It takes special people to deal what you were put through. I myself am in remmission from Hodgkin's Lymphoma and know it is a hard battle to fight. Your lagcy will live on and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Amanda Hoffmier <amandahoffmier@hotmail.com>
Rocklin, CA USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 10:23:06 (PST)

I feel very sorry for you Melinda. I tell you i read the bible every night and i promise i will say a pray fo you you every night before i go to sleep.
Josh Wojahn <Joshwdhs2002@yahoo.com>
Rapid City, SD US - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 09:48:30 (PST)

i love melinda
Tom
CA - Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 12:53:39 (PST)

I was very toched by this page i am reshearching on cancer and i wound up on this page.
Nicole Mangione
Phoenix, AZ united - Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 11:06:42 (PST)

Nazywam siê Dorotka Burka. Mam 7 lat. Bardzo podoba mi sie Twoja strona.
Dorotka Burka <dorbur@poczta.onet.pl>
Zielona Góra, Poland - Saturday, March 16, 2002 at 07:07:32 (PST)

I really admire this website, I am a middle school student and i am hosting a gift drive for lukemia patients. My aunt also died of this tragic dissease. I hope they one day find a cure so nobody else has to suffer this horrible disese!!!!!!!!!!!!!Rock On forever and always keep your hope up. If I had to tell you one thing its to -Never wish upon a star more than once because your luck always runs out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Caitlin C. <princesscaitlin1@aol.com>
````````````````````````````````, ct USA - Saturday, March 09, 2002 at 18:05:49 (PST)

Melinda is a very special person. Thanks for sharing her with all of us.
Gene Menzies <gene@menzies.com>
Pleasanton, CA USA - Wednesday, March 06, 2002 at 20:41:58 (PST)

i was dignosed with Hodgkins disease in Sept.2001 and im only 19. Since then ive been through 2 different chemo treatment and have to have a stem cell transplant probaly next month or the month afer that. Im very nervous and scared so if anyone has been through this could you please email me it would help me alot
Stephanie Louderback <Stef_L_82@hotmail.com>
effingham, Il United States - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 19:09:58 (PST)

I came across your site and I was greatly touched with your story.I know you are in a better place and and I wish you all the love and happiness.This story topuched my heart- Johnna Magee
Johnna Magee <i_b_chillin_girl01@yahoo.com>
Lebanon, Mo United States - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 17:30:46 (PST)

The site was so sensational...I am so touched...I regret so much for not contributing anything to u or ur site...but May Allah bless you.Take care
Fayas <fayas_ag@hotmail.com>
Dehiwala, SRI LANKA - Saturday, March 02, 2002 at 07:08:54 (PST)

hello, melinda, i know u are in a better place right now. God knew how much u were hurting. i pray for ur family and friends as well as u. i know u are much happier now in heaven with michael, charlie, and other special angels up there. keep smiling =) love cherie
cherie matzen <i_luv_2gether_4evah02@yahoo.com>
los angeles, ca US - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 20:12:34 (PST)

Dear Melinda/ family: I landed on this by accident- just wanted to see if any websites had the same name as me. Thank you for sharing your touching stories with the world. Iam going to school to be a pediatric oncology nurse, and I hope to work with more people like Melinda. God bless you always.
Melinda Tapani <melsfaye@yahoo.com>
Battle Ground, WA USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 12:00:17 (PST)

I Just happened to fall on this page while shearching the net for *The Locks for Love Organization* For some reason this site(web page)drew my attention, Here i am and very happy i did, i lost my 2 parents to cancer,but to loose a child is devastating even more i'm sure. I'm sorry for your loss, Hopefully there will be a cure one day. our prayers r with you all. Dorothy Nugent,St-Eustache,Quebec,CANADA doe_nugent@hotmail.com
Dorothy Nugent <doe_nugent@hotmail.com>
St-Eustache, Quebec CANADA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 18:55:29 (PST)

I accidentaly came across this site, but I am glad that I did,I touched me in many ways.God Bless
veronica <cocopelly_05@hotmail.com>
Houston , TX US - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 15:41:29 (PST)

God bless your soul. My grandma is dying now af Cancer, it is so hard
Jessica Schlageter <JessicaS1@natren.com>
Camarillo , CA USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 10:14:39 (PST)

Hello to all. I stumbled into Melinda's web page while looking for information for Camp Goodtimes. I think this is a wonderful tribute to Melinda's memory. I would like to say to all her family and friends that I am sorry for your loss. It is a terrible thing to watch a child go through, my daughter was diagnosed in 1996, and thankfully she has survived. I plan to show her this site, I'm sure she will find it of great interest and up-lifting, she lost many friends through her journey. Thank you. My prayers are with you. Sincerely, Rose-Marie
Rose-Marie <rmchauvin1@netscape.net>
NS CA - Saturday, February 09, 2002 at 12:25:57 (PST)

When I ache for the gentle touch of my granddaughter Rosie's hand in mine I think about the wonderful life she now has in heaven. There is no cancer in heaven, no chemo, no radiation, no surgery, everyone can eat, walk, and yes even run. I picture her running through a field of flowers with a group of children. I see her friends from Albany Medical Center's Child Cancer Program who are in heaven with her, Sammi, Marraye, Michael, Chenyea, Andrew, Mariah, Chenelle, Kristi, Nick, Bill......the little kids like Rosie who looked up to the big kids as if they were heros, and the big kids who were always so kind and although they were in pain themselves would always take time and treat the little kids like they were the most precious person in the world. I think there is a special place in heaven for cancer kids. Cancer kids understand the world and the universe, no matter how young they are they always seem to be old souls. They love and the understand. They bring peace and unconditional love to everyone they meet. I have read and reread Melinda's webpage and I am hoping and praying that Melinda is there with Rosie and her friends. Melinda would love some of Rosie's older friends, and I know Melinda would have a great time with Rosie. Although she was 12 days short of her third birthday and on earth that made her a very young child, she has the personality and smile that attracts all ages. She is fun to be with. I love Rosie with all of my heart and I pray that in heaven she has met Melinda.
Grandma Pat <gamma@nycap.rr.com>
Albany, NY USA - Friday, February 01, 2002 at 19:35:54 (PST)

onii <jkoq@hiotmail.com>
ny, ny CA - Wednesday, January 30, 2002 at 12:49:59 (PST)

I"m Melinda 2:)! may god bless you!
Melinda <kiwikiss9@hotmail.com>
Wi USA - Tuesday, January 29, 2002 at 15:06:12 (PST)

I recently lost one of my very good friends in a csr crash. Her and her sister died. I know just how you feel. My prayer are with you. I hope that one day cancer and other deadly sicknesses with have a cure so they won't be a threat. Please pray for me and my friends too.May God bless you all!
Melinda Holz <kiwikiss9@hotmail.com>
Marshfield, WI United States - Tuesday, January 29, 2002 at 14:59:56 (PST)

Hey I heard about this site on Michael's CD, my dad had cancer and he survived it. I remember when i went to the hospital and i was little and i was so scared, i am so thankful that he survived. I think that Melinda and Micheal are some of the most inspirational people in the world, i feel like they are my best friends even though i have never even met them, it makes me want to help to find a cure for cancer, or do something to help people going through cancer.
Rachel <leftie_girl@hotmail.com>
Surrey , Bc Canada - Monday, January 28, 2002 at 15:40:32 (PST)

i am sooo sry that u lost her because my name is melinda too:(
melinda <karatechick90@yahoo.com>
cherryhill, NJ usa - Monday, January 28, 2002 at 08:59:52 (PST)

A lovely website and tribute Thanks
Peter O'Donnell <petefrom perth @blueyonder.com.uk>
CA - Saturday, January 26, 2002 at 13:37:49 (PST)

What a touching tribute, her spirit will live on, with those who love her, I lost my mother in June 2001 to cancer, the battle is hard and enduring, god bless you all.
Nancy Solomon <buddybear@sympatico.ca>
Sault Ste. Marie, ontario Canada - Saturday, January 26, 2002 at 13:09:02 (PST)

This is one of the most inspirational stories I have ever heard in my life. I was just watching the annual cancer telathon that we have for S.E. Minnesota and I decided to find out more about cancer and it took me to this site. I think Melinda's story is one of the most corageous and wonderful ones I have heard. I love her quote, "Cherishing a complete life does not necessarily require completing a lifetime." It is a good thing for everyone to remember, even if they are not going through hard time like having cancer. I'm thinking of sending a donation to the telathon that is going on right now in Melinda's dedication. I was saving up for a car in 2 years when I'm old enough to drive, but I think this might be a better cause. I send my condolences to the family, and I would like to thank them for making this site in Melinda's final months and getting her story out there.
Katie <Forever2gethermc@aol.com>
MN US - Saturday, January 19, 2002 at 20:04:37 (PST)

i am very sorry of your loss i lost my son in 1997 and my pain is still there. May God Bless You
judy chipps <judy chipps@webtv.net>
CA - Friday, January 18, 2002 at 23:13:34 (PST)

my name is melinda too
Melinda <yvetterocks>
CA - Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 17:00:21 (PST)

Hey Mel, What a blessing it has been to read this guest book and see the amount of people you touch on a daily basic threw the gifts and talents you have left behind.May god continue to be with your family and friends and friends on the web. I know you amd mikey are having a blast in heaven. (WoW! has he changed!). One year ago God sent you to bring him home and we all have to remember that at least you both are not sufforing anymore.You both have touched and inspired many people and your legacys will remain forever. Until that day we meet, "hang 2gether"
vbyrne <vbyrne40@hotmail.com>
fall river, MA USA - Wednesday, January 16, 2002 at 09:29:05 (PST)

nice Site!!!
Corinna <webmaster@starbusiness.de>
germany - Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 05:12:37 (PST)

Lovely website. God bless you.
Sally Mountford <sally.mountford@ntlworld.com>
Farnborough, Britain - Sunday, January 13, 2002 at 13:31:56 (PST)

Lovely website. God bless you.
Mountford <saally.mountford@ntlworld.com>
Farnborough, Britain - Sunday, January 13, 2002 at 13:30:29 (PST)

this is sachie again and reading over my last comment, i just wanted to say hi again although i know no one really looks at this anymore. i did not end up doing a Michael fundraiser beacause of lack of encouragement, support, and resources. i will, however, donate a small amount of money to Michael's foundation...i worked for every cent. well God Bless and hope Melinda's having a blast in heaven.
sachie <princesss_4@hotmail.com>
kailua, HI usa - Saturday, January 12, 2002 at 20:20:30 (PST)

You are a truly wonderful and remarkable person, Melinda. After reading your friend Michael Cuccione's book, "There Are Survivors", I have realized how special you are. May you rest in peace and have a wonderful time in heaven with your good friend, Michael. I'm sure he was very happy to see you when he arrived there last year. Sincerely, nicole :^)
Nicole Sobers <pia14lancechic@aol.com>
US - Friday, January 11, 2002 at 13:47:55 (PST)

Hey Melinda, Im Melina 2! Though i'm only eleven years old, im sorry that you have to go through cancer. See Im a swimmer and if i had cancer the only thing i would do is pray,be with my family, and swim. I just want to say god bless! and ill pray for you! With blessing, Melinda Yaquinto P.S im from Michigan!
Melinda Ann Yaquinto <swimhotti22@hotmail.com>
shelby twp., mi u.s - Wednesday, January 09, 2002 at 19:12:19 (PST)

It was quite by chance I landed at Melinda's site. Once I started to reading I couldn't stop. What I read touched me and made me reflect on a few things in my own life. What a difference such a short life has made...I am so glad and honoured to have a small glimpse into the remarkable person Melinda was...her spirit lives on and is touching lives. From a Mother.
Susan Yerema
London, Canada - Wednesday, January 09, 2002 at 15:28:01 (PST)

Great Site!!!
Mareike <webmaster@gebrauchtwagenauskunft.com>
germany - Wednesday, January 09, 2002 at 02:23:08 (PST)

I lost my father to cancer some years ago. It seems like it was yesterday. We never forget. May god bless you at this time, and may each day get better. I could not imagine los ing my daughter to anything,let alone cancer.
Pauline Ward
CA - Monday, January 07, 2002 at 09:39:26 (PST)

Melinda,and Michael, two of the most courageous souls to have ever blessed the world with their inspiration. They lived on Earth with strength and an irresistable zest for life. These beautiful people made my life absolutely incredible. I will have to admit that I took certain things in life for granted. The sunbeams coming through the window in the morning when you wake up, the big bear hugs from daddy, the long talks with mom and the squabbles with my little sister. All these things didn't come to light until I discovered Michael and Melinda. Their influences helped me redevelope my innerself and see that life is beautiful, in every aspect. Even the little things in life should be enjoyed because who knows when it will all be gone? This is what they taught me. I also learned to love myself and love others. Love is definatley the way. It has been over 5 years since Melinda's passing and almost one year since Michael's. Their physical selves are greatly missed but their loving spirits live on and will live on forever. I would like to thank you both, Michael and Melinda for enriching my life!!! God rest your souls in Heaven forever! Luv always, Crystal Eve Miller
Crystal Miller <CrAzYgUrLiE2003@aol.com>
Loxahatchee, FL USA - Wednesday, January 02, 2002 at 19:47:36 (PST)

I came upon your page by chance. I too have three brothers but have been lucky to live a longer life than you. You touched my heart and I cried for you. Rest in peace.
Melinda Jane Good <good1@tinyworld.co.uk>
Bristol, Great Britian - Sunday, December 30, 2001 at 15:27:43 (PST)

Hi! I heard about this site in Michael Cuccione's book. My grandmother had cancer too (twice). She died on September 21, 2001. I pray for her, Melinda, Michael and all people in the world, who have or had cancer! Sincerely, Mona
Mona <monaswelt@web.de>
Neuendettelsau, Germany - Friday, December 28, 2001 at 09:40:19 (PST)

Dear Melinda and Michael,Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
mellie <mellie0@msn.com>
w-s, nc usa - Tuesday, December 25, 2001 at 10:42:18 (PST)

I love the page it helped me alot with a paper on how kids cope with cancer and might i say you are doing GREAT
Colleen Hand <bubblegurl04@hotmail.com>
Ithaca, ny usa - Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 17:35:31 (PST)

Your beautiful daughter continues to inspire others thanks to her web site and the way you lovingly keep her gift reaching out to people like me who happen across it. I appreciate getting to know Melinda through these pages. May God bless your family.
Teresa Norris
CA - Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 15:31:44 (PST)

My 5 year old son was dignosed with Burketts Limphoma stage 3 on 12 Dec 2001, I love your site and have recomended it to some parents in his ward.
Dominique Stayt <Nicci-nix@usa.net>
Dacula, Ga Usa - Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 11:32:00 (PST)

hi melinda nice home page!!!
Melinda Archer
- Sunday, December 16, 2001 at 09:53:13 (PST)

hi melinda nice home page!!!
Melinda Archer
CA - Sunday, December 16, 2001 at 09:53:00 (PST)

Hey... this is really great site. I stumbled onto it by accident while looking for a Michael Cuccione site. I had heard all about how he had died (and many times at that! I'm a 2gether lover, what can I say?). But it was extremly different to hear about Melinda. Hearing about how my favorite celebrity died, I knew I would shed a few tears... but hearing about Melinda make me cry too. I can tell she went through a lot in her life and was an extraordinary girl. My condolences to the family, and thanks for continuing to share her story.
Katie <Kmk12277@aol.com>
- Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 22:56:49 (PST)

Dear Melinda, Michael and I where really close friends and I heard so much about you from him. You sounded like such a special girl. I wish I could of had the chance to meet you. Im sure we would've been great friends. I really admire what you and Michael did, by helping other children with cancer. Instead of worrying about yourself you were always looking out for other people. You were both very caring individuals and I am so proud of you for raising so much money for cancer research. Even though you are physically gone you will always remain in our hearts Luv Mandy xoxo
Mandy Moore <sweet_dreamz14@hotmail.com>
undisclosed, na na - Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 15:54:54 (PST)

I accidentally stumbled across the guestbook while doing a research paper on chemotherapy. I have been completely touched by the story of this young girl's bravery and fight with cancer. I am a nurse working in a small rural hospital I see cancer patients on a regular basis. I see the suffering they go through on a daily basis and my heart goes out to them and their families. I'm touched to see such a beautiful webpage and Melinda's story will forever be embedded in my mind. It's nearing Christmas and I know it will be hard for Melinda's family and friends to face without her. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. With Love, Allie
Allie <alliecatlpn@yahoo.com>
IN US - Friday, December 07, 2001 at 08:47:27 (PST)

Just passed thru accidentally...learned somethings about an obviously special little girl..Glad to see the guestbook here.
Lynda
CA - Sunday, December 02, 2001 at 17:33:16 (PST)

god bless you
penny <babybryan97@msn.com>
bronx, ny CA - Sunday, December 02, 2001 at 17:12:41 (PST)

Please pray for my brothers wife, Roberta Hegland, she is in chemo treatment for 3 weeks, having been diagnosed with AML 3 days ago. She is 51 years of age with 3 children. Thankyou. Melinda will never know pain again. She will wait to see you with her again someday and your family will be restored.
Jui Sande <juli2jules@webtv.net>
Fargo, ND us - Saturday, December 01, 2001 at 22:54:54 (PST)

Hey! I'm 15 now and I have a Lhasa Apso too. He is the cutest thing in the world! His name is Cocoa and his birthday's in 8 days. Neways, wbs please and share bout your dog. Best wishes and my prayers r with ya!
sarah <ilovemico40@hotmail.com>
CA - Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at 14:38:26 (PST)

HI GIRL, HOWS THINGS?TELL MICHAEL I SAID WATSUUUUP! YOU AND YOUR PEEPS. mY FRIEND DEBBI HAS JUST RELAPSED FROM HODGKINS DESSESE FOR THE THIRD TIME. IAM SOOO SCARED. I DONT KNOW HOW MUCH MORE HER BODY WILL TAKE. SHE IS SO STRONG AND KNOWS SHE WILL MAKE IT BUT I AM STILL WORRIED. CAN YOU BE WITH HER MEL. COMFORT HER BE THAIR IN HER. FIGHT WITH HER? THANKS MEL, I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. SAY HI TO MICHAEL FOR ME, KEEP HIM OUT OF TRUBLE LOVE YOUR PAL VByrne
VByrne
Swansy, MA usa - Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at 06:51:17 (PST)

I was using AltaVista to search for minature Lhasa Apso's, because my very first dog (at the age of 46, me of course, not the dog!) is one. And now my day is completely changed, because of the legacy that your daughter Melinda has left. What a wonderful idea, maintaining her site, she will live on and on. And now she has touched someone across the country. Thanks again and God Bless
Elayne Sandahl <sandahl@rogers.com>
Ottawa, ON CA - Monday, November 19, 2001 at 08:49:26 (PST)

I loved Michael ever since the day I saw him..I got his book where it had a whole chapter on Melinda! I was so touched on what he said about her on how she was such an amazing person and an amazing friend...I happend to have read this book in class and I started to cry on what an amazing person Melinda was but she had passed away I just wished that Melinda was still alive she was such an amazing person to all.
Tara Segal <tarasegal@netscape.net>
Toronto, ONT Canada - Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 18:06:54 (PST)

MELINDA I AM VERY TOUCHED BY YOUR STORY I FEEL LIKE I SHOULD DO SOMETHING FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE CANCER OUT THERE BECAUSE OF YOU THANKS FOR TOUCHING ME p.s MY NAME IS ALSO MELINDA GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY RIP
MELINDA M. <XOX08682>
BX, NY NY - Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 16:45:14 (PST)

I loved Michael! I wish he could still be with us today. I also wish that the group should have stayed together. I think about him and the group every day.
Jessica Glass <princessbaby152001@hotmail.com>
Douglasville, GA USA - Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 05:29:36 (PST)

What a touching website. I came across it today (Nov.8th) while checking out sites on Lhaso Apsos. So touched to hear about Melinda's passing. I am an RN so I have special knowledge of her illness and bravery. I have a 11 1/2 year old Lhaso named Max. He is my oldest baby-he shares his home and me with a Dobie and two cats.
Ruth Givens
CA - Thursday, November 08, 2001 at 10:43:38 (PST)

My sincerest condolences.
Melinda Ramirez <melinda_ramirez@inbox.net>
Dallas, TX US - Thursday, November 08, 2001 at 10:22:37 (PST)

I know that you are gone melinda, but you will never leave our hearts. I too was friends with Michael Cuccione. he was a great inspiratiopn to us all. And through him I felt that i knew you. I hope that where ever you are that you get this and send me a sign that you know how much I love you and Michael. Bye hunny. Love, Tay
Taylor Rose <lilpretty63@hotmail.com>
Sanjose, Ca usa - Wednesday, November 07, 2001 at 10:24:50 (PST)

greetings in jesus name,im so sorry about your daugther even tho she has been gone home a while i know the pain dont get any less,but she is another rose in the masters garden and one day you will see her again ,,god bless you
dorothy wallen <myrtleangle@msn.com>
lima, oh usa - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 15:23:08 (PST)

Ireally loved the web site and I ran into it because I am looking for a way to work with kids that have cancer...I just want to keep their spirits high and learn more about cancer...if you have any info of how I can get involved please write me back..thank you...michelle
Michelle <YIANA_PR@HOTMAIL.COM>
falls church, VA USA - Sunday, November 04, 2001 at 23:23:52 (PST)

Ireally loved the web site and I ran into it because I am looking for a way to wok with kids that have cancer...I just want to keep their spirits high and learn more about cancer...if you have any info of how I can get involved please write me back..thank you...michelle
Michelle <YIANA_PR@HOTMAIL.COM>
falls church, VA USA - Sunday, November 04, 2001 at 23:23:30 (PST)

I wish you the best. I am a two time survivor my self. So never give up hope. Rusty
Rusty <Jitterbug56@onebox.com>
Seattle, WA usa - Friday, November 02, 2001 at 07:07:40 (PST)

Hello i loved your web site i just lost my daddy to cancer and i know what its like you are a brave child and i commend you for your bravery good luck you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
SaDonna-Vickery-Rainey <Aggie@netease.net>
florence , al usa - Thursday, November 01, 2001 at 17:26:43 (PST)

I lost a dear friend to cancer. Unfortunately God took her into His arms much sooner than I had later come to realize that I wanted Him to. I truely believe these things happen exactly as God wants them to. I am looking forward to the day I can once again talk to her face to face. I know your angel "Melinda" is close to your hearts, as "Ria" is to mine. God bless You!!
Scott Soderstrom <sodersts@hitchcockusa.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Thursday, November 01, 2001 at 08:18:39 (PST)

I love Micheal Cuccione 4-ever & always!!!!!!!
Jenny Stewart <lil_angelpie90@hotmail.com>
Jonesboro, AR United States - Sunday, October 28, 2001 at 17:06:03 (PST)

my name is melinda too
melinda
nz, nz nz - Friday, October 26, 2001 at 15:47:34 (PDT)

You will be missed by alot of people. I for one will miss you.
Ashley Taylor
melrose, WI CA - Thursday, October 11, 2001 at 09:07:11 (PDT)

I do like your song alot thank you for siging them.
Ashley Taylor
melrose, WI CA - Thursday, October 11, 2001 at 09:05:48 (PDT)

I didn't know Melinda, but she will always have a place in my heart {right next to Mike's (=} From what I see, she was and forever will be a strong person. To anyone whose a survivor of cancer, I truely, truely admire with my heart. They are they strongest people in the world. Melinda's having fun now =) I bet her and Mike are hanging out *hehe* Thank you to Melinda and Mike's families for producing such amazing people God Bless ~Jessa~
Jessa <qtsgurl4life88@yahoo.com>
Lodi, CA USA - Sunday, October 07, 2001 at 18:25:51 (PDT)

I had a crazy hope that you were alive and I sent you an e- mail that probably will be read my your mom and dad. I didn't know you but it's like I did. And it's comforting to know that you're in the neighborhood of angels and you watch us ALL from up there... And I'm pretty sure that you must have been a very special person otherwise why would the Lord take you with him so soon? May God rest your soul in peace... Margaret- Greece
margaret <2116369@hol.gr>
Athens, Greece - Saturday, October 06, 2001 at 13:43:37 (PDT)

very good i like the way you put it
sarika
uk - Friday, October 05, 2001 at 11:46:36 (PDT)

Hey Girl,hows the after life? Have you seen Michael yet? Has he been flirting with all the "hot chick" angels? Got to control that one!! Anyway; we realy miss you Mel, You are always on our minds and in our thaughts. I am glad that you were so loved here on earth, now you are still loved in the presence of God. Hope you are enjoying your wings. Hey, People like me are still coming to your site , You are still making a difference Mel. ILove You "You can never give up, Keep on fighting" -You faught so galiently.
VByrne
Swansey, MA CA - Friday, October 05, 2001 at 07:21:39 (PDT)

I WILL PRAY FOR YOU, AS i KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSE A CHILD. BUT SHE IS NOT LOST,AND YOU WILL SEE HER AGAIN ,GOD HAS HER IN HIS ARMS
chyna
CA - Wednesday, October 03, 2001 at 12:22:15 (PDT)

My name is Melinda. I was browsing the web looking up things with my name in it because i have never met anyone with my name before and i figured the internet was the best place to look. You are probably one of the most loving people i have ever heard of. You sound like you care for others with your disease and others who want to learn more aboout your disease. My Great Grandma had cancer and died of it March 8,2000. I was 12 and cried for 3 days in my room. I am now 14 and iread your web site and remembered that time all over again. I will continue to read your web site and hope that you email me back so i can get to know you. Hope all is well, Melinda Poston
Melinda Poston <krazedchic911@hotmail.com>
San Diego, California us - Friday, September 28, 2001 at 17:48:01 (PDT)

I am thankful for all the wonderful people who give to the "Make-A-Wish" and any other organization for these extraordinary and brave children.
stephanie hine <stephburl@yahoo.com>
junction city, or usa - Monday, September 24, 2001 at 16:31:01 (PDT)

My darling Melinda...I can hardly believe it has been 5 years today that you went to Heaven. Dad and I went to the cemetery today and took you your favorite flowers...roses..We also lit a candle in you memory and have spent the day talking about you and what a wonderful girl you were....you left us with so very many happy memories. Melinda, sweetheart we love you very much and you will always live in our hearts forever. Love Mom and Dad.
Joanne Hathaway <dhathaway@telus.net>
NorthVanc , BC Canada - Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 22:04:43 (PDT)

Hello. No one has signed this guestbook in a long time but im going to n e way...i didnt know melinda...but i was a huge fan of michaels no one has signed this since a long time but i never knew melinda or michael but i hold them both to mai heart, i only wish i could go back in time... im crying right now...i find it so hard to deal with this kind of stuff....i fell ur pain..i really have nothing important o say but im letting out mai feelings.... i miss michael soo much and i noe hes happy to get to b with melinda again..i noe if i met melinda she would have made a difference in mai life juss like michael did....im so filled with emotion as i type this...i cant get over this and i dont think i ever will omg its sooo sad that this type of ppl...ahhhh...ive never cried about this so hard b4.....i dont noe wat to say n e more...im juss gonna go...ill come back later to finish.... RIP Melinda and Michael...i love you.
Sami <smcacchione@aol.com>
- Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 20:28:30 (PDT)

I don't know your name, or names - we may never know who you are - so I can't address you personally. Today, you killed several thousands of our friends...perhaps not people who we knew personally, but people like us. People who worked hard to make a living, who loved someone, who were loved by someone, who worried about making a better life for their children and grandchildren, who believed in God and the American Dream, who criticized this country for its insufficiencies and cared enough to try and change things and ensure a better future, not just for us, but for the world. People who leave behind scores of loved ones, friends, pets, neighbors, coworkers, and members of their faiths. Perhaps even people who derived from your own country and who sought refuge here. Your act was a slaughter of the innocents. You are like an insidious cancer that strikes without warning, ravages bodies, tears families apart, and in the end can never destroy the soul. You are the ultimate coward. You may topple our buildings, collapse our communication systems, disrupt our government, crash our markets, and leave behind the carnage of bodies, but you will never destroy the soul of America. We made this country from the bits and pieces of the rest of the world; we took the best, the worst of every culture and nationality, race and creed, and made an alloy that may be dented, but not even a trial by fire can melt. I don't know what god you believe in, or what hateful rhetoric you espouse, or what your misguided political beliefs might be that allows you to do what you did today without a fear of eternal damnation. I only know that you may win a battle or two, but you will never win this war. We have the entire history of the world on our side, and no dictator, despot, or madman has survived as long as America has thrived and prospered. If you accomplished anything at all today, it was to give America a wake-up call, and we will now rise up stronger than before. You are defeated before you've even begun, there in your private hell and later in your eternal one. Someday your people may even need our help, and because we are America, we would respond. May God bless the friends we lost, their families, friends, neighbors and coworkers. We will help them rebuild from the ashes. May God continue to bless America, help her to protect us all, and may she continue to shine as a beacon of democracy and hope to the rest of the world. Copyright Jim Willis 2001 In deepest sympathy to those who have lost a loved one. Permission to share.
Sad Heart
CA - Friday, September 14, 2001 at 03:50:18 (PDT)

may i say, god bless you and your dear daughter. im a dad and i know of the immortal love that you must feel for her, as i also share your feelings in her absence. god exists, and your daughter still exists, as im sure you know, she doesnt feel bad anymore, she wont ever have to take medicine anymore, in fact, beautiful melinda is probably doing much better than us, though sorrow comes easily to those who are left, so bliss comes to those who are called to explore what we cant yet imagine. god bless melinda and know that she is in the care of the creator of the canvas that we are all too quickly painted onto. i wish peace for you all.
israel hartsfield <israelorduno@aol.com>
palm valley, fl us - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 19:14:01 (PDT)

OMG!!! I cannot believe that he died!! I really sorry about Melinda... I don't really know who she is but I pray for her and Michael every day.Just to say that I only know of him... We never really met and all but He's my relative and Iv'e heard about Sophia,Domenic,Gloria, and Steven.Michael was the hottest,cutest,finest guy I have ever seen in my entire life!! His voice is so irristable that I can't get enough out of him.Well, I might sound kindda calm right now but, I guess I have to say I'm obsessed.I don't belive it but I love him to death!!!I just wish I could have said Hello at least.I cry hours for him every day, and pray to him that he'll just kill me so I won't have to deal of what I'm going through in my life right now withour him.I have much more to say.... I'm really crying right now, so Bye for now!thanx.
katie <noahsbabygurl36069@noahsmom.com>
Riverside, CA USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 19:30:08 (PDT)

Hello sweetie my name is char i have children a daughter your age a son 18 a son 11 and one that is 3 your site honey is wonderful iam working on a page called i wastouched by many angels and you are an angel may i use a lil of your site on my page or if you have a pic i may put on the site i try and bring smiles to children with cancer and their familes i send them things i would like to send you something if i can but need your address god bless you honey our prayers are with you. love charmayne
CHARMAYNE BLOCKER <charmayne_69@yahoo.com>
Wausau, wi - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 16:17:18 (PDT)

Melinda, I know your in heaven with Michael now,So I'm sure you are both happy to be together again.For Mel's family and freinds,your beloved Melinda has been in safe hands for over 5 years now in gods land,and same for Mike,they are the twon angels watching over me.May they forever RIP,until the day we are all together once again. ~~Maria~~
Maria Gaudisosi <ModelQTpie001@aol.com>
Hyde,Park, NY USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 20:44:23 (PDT)

Poem "Angel's" When God calls little Angel's to dwell with Him above We mortals sometime question the wisdom of His love, For no heartache compares with the death of one small child, Who does so much to make our world seem wonderful and mild. Perhaps God tires of calling the aged to his fold. So he picks a rose bud, before it can grow old. God knows how much we need them, and so He takes but a few, To make the land of Heaven more beautiful to view. Believing this is difficult, still somehow we must try. The saddest word mankind knows, will always be "Goodbye." So when a little child departs, we who are left behind must realize God loves children, and "Angels" are hard to find. *Melinda & Michael* This is to Melinda & Michael, may god help you and family, friends, help watch over us and guide us when were lonely, hold and care when were feeling depressed....and I hope you two can take me by the hand, and take me to your beautiful land, cause I think I should go where I belong,let me sit in my father's lap, and sing him a song...."Father!" My wish came true.. and that was to be with you.... *Now that I'm Gone with you and watching over my family too* No suffering, No pain, but less much to gain...
Victoria Queen Sebastia Stallings <gary56@pacbell.net>
Ireland,Dublin - Thursday, August 30, 2001 at 16:08:14 (PDT)

i stumbled onto this page while searching for my favorite movie 16 candels. i never met you or knew you but i dedicate my favorite movie to you melinda rest in peace
ernie frey <ironhead1969@aol.com>
albany, ny usa - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 18:30:11 (PDT)

hey, it's me again! I just wanted to say thanx for taking the time to come to this website, I know for a fact that if Melinda were here right now reading this, she would be very pleased!well gotta go, luv u guys!~ suzy q ~
Susan Baier <psbaier@aol.com>
Wilmore, ky CA - Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 07:35:27 (PDT)

Gosh, I dont even know where to start. First of all,you guys are awesome. I dont knoe melinda, but im sure if I would have had the oppertunity to, she would have changed my life. I am at school right now researching kids with cancer, and it's sad. I wish I could say a magic word and then cancer would be gone forever, but no one can. I'm reading a book called six months to live, and I want to live. Just reading them puts tears in my eyes. Theres a song that I would like to bring up, for melindas father. it's by Bob Carilsle. it's called butterfly kisses. It's about the relationship between a father and daughter, and how the father struggles with the daughter growing up. please listen to it! Well I gotta get back to work, I luv you guys! God bless ~ Suzy Q
Susan Baier <psbaier@aol.com>
Wilmore, ky - Monday, August 27, 2001 at 08:10:44 (PDT)

OMG this is so hard!!k well i love Michael he is such an inspiration to me and has got me to do so much more and to see things in a different light!!but as this isnt Michaels page then i should be writing this about Melinda,but the truth is i dont really know alot about Melinda!!but i have just got finished readin the bit about melinda in Michaels book and it is incredable!!it is amzing how special she and Michael wer,and still are!!i have just visited Michaels foundation ( which is wher most of you found this site from) and i just had to come on here!if anyone wants to email me to talk and share feelings about Michael or Melinda,or to help me find out more about Melinda plz do!!because i am sure that i only no half of the greatness of her and i would really like to know more!!as i am sitting here reading this page the tears are streaming down my face!!and to Melindas parents and brothers,itl get easier i promise!!u never lose the pain or the hurting,but as the years go by it will get easyer!!and you can have more children or pets 2 try and eaase the pain but it jus makes it worse!!this is strange but God only takes the best and it mustve been for a good reason that he took these 2 speacial people away from us so soon!!they wer prob in so much pain that he wanted to relieve them of this pain and stress!!Melinda and Michael will always stay in my heart n i no they will in yours 2!!lots of love, *~*Hannah*~*
Hannah <hot_stuff0413@hotmail.com>
UK - Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 14:55:37 (PDT)

Hi to the parents and siblings and to everyone that knew about Melinda, I'd want to say i am sorry, and i wish it never happened. But hey! now she's in heaven with Michael, and they're talking having fun, and looking over us. I felt teribly to find out. I also made this club on Yahoo! especially for Melinda. Since there was no club, i decided and put heart in it, and made this awesome club for Melinda. I expect people to sign up, if you wanna keep Melinda's spirit alive. I just had to make a Yahoo! club for her. I never met her or anything, but i feel bad, please sign up and visit Melinda's Yahoo! club at: http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/MelindaRoseHathaway i'll thank you forever. Just wanted to say REst in peace Melinda, and please look over me, and us with Michael C ;-) Thanks, luv, Eva
Eva S. <mjc_qt@yahoo.com>
NY USA - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 20:11:27 (PDT)

my heart crys for you and your family i wanted for years to say she realy is in heaven god bless
Stan Kennedy <stanken@total.net>
Montreal Canada, CAnada - Monday, August 20, 2001 at 08:48:36 (PDT)

i pray for all the familey's that had to lose a child im only 17 but i have a 3 week old daughter and i would die if any thing ever bad happend to her. Even thought i never new your daughter i feel as if i've known hre all my life i cry over your lose i miss her. i lost my dad to cancer of the brain i was olny 8 years old when he died i really did not get to know him cuz he was in and out of my life alot but i know how it feel's to lose a loved one. I miss my dad every day but i never tell any one how i feel i want to be strong but i feel weak i was never good with people dieing but no one know's just how i feel but all the people who lose someone thay love i heel so helpless when it come's to anyone dieing of cancer or even if thay get hit by a car. I started a funding at my school for those how are dieing well got to go love bonnie
bonnie
- Friday, August 17, 2001 at 11:20:40 (PDT)

I Have read this story on a wonderful girl that did not deserve to end her life so soon. I will pray for the family that has lost the best thing (their daughter). She souneded like one of them fairys in a dream and I wish I could have met her so that could share her laughter and fun times. She images great and everyone I know will hear her story.
ALANNA <SPAZ031@AOL.COM>
MA - Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 00:40:38 (PDT)

I am 13 years old, and it breaks my heart 2 see ill people! Melinda touched my heart! and im finding it very hard to write this write now because i am crying. Byex Kelly
Kelly <baby_gal_3001@hotmail.com>
Scotland - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 21:51:55 (PDT)

Dear Melinda, Even though I never got to meet you or get to know you personally,I did learn about you through your website.And it's so sad to know you had to leave us at such a young age. But we all know your safe now.God bless you always Melinda. PS.Send my love to everyone and give them all big hugs for me. Heather Ann Smith
Heather Ann Smith <angelic_princess73@yahoo.com>
Richmond Hill, Ontario canada - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 19:29:02 (PDT)

I am pleased that Mel's family have continued her page. It is uplifting, heart achingly sad, and a tribute to her spirit and the love of her family. Thankfully, I cannot know the pain you have all experienced and I pray I never will, but send my kindest thoughts.
Sharron <sharrontmls@aol.com>
UK - Monday, August 13, 2001 at 12:52:14 (PDT)

Melinda, I think that you really made a big difference in this whole world! I am really sorry for what you and your family had to go through! I read about you im Michael's book! If Michael was still here he would be extremly proud of you like I am!
Angie <qtzsoulgurl@aol.com>
Vancover, Canada - Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 10:02:42 (PDT)

Dear Hathaways, I was moved by hearing of Melinda and her ordeal. It's sad she is gone, but she is at peace now. I have an address of something I think you'll like. It's a short story caled the Four Diamonds and the address is at www.hms.psu.edu/pennstatechildrens/FourDiamonds/strength/chris_essay.html . It's a short fable about a boy's quest for knighthood. It was written by Chris Millard as he was dying of cancer at 14 and his ordeal is intertwined in the story of the quest for knighthood. His story became the catharsis of a cancer fund after his death in 1972. The fund has helped 8000 families in the US. An in 1995 the disney channel made a television movie about it. You might be able to check it out every now and then on Canada's Family Channel. I hope you like it.
anonymous
Vancouver, BC CA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 18:37:54 (PDT)

Melinda- You have been gone for years now and everyone still misses you since the day you left. People never realize how precious life is until it hits us that someone has died. I had heard of Michael's death a month or so after he died. I am a person who does not deal with death very well and it's a very sad thing. I can only think what your family (and Michael's family) are still going through. I have kept you and Michael is my prayers and I know that you and Michael and all of the other kids that have died from cancer are smiling and watching down on all of us. This site is very heart warming and inspirational along with Michael's cancer foundation website. I wish I could have known you. May you and all the rest live in peace! May God also bless all of his people forever! I just wish I could have known you, Melinda. I'm sure you and Michael were great people! I love and miss you Michael! Along with you, Melinda. Don't forget all the people that care for you! God Bless. -Kayla
Kayla
IL USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 16:04:01 (PDT)

I`ve read this side and I`ve cried! I think I know what her parents might feel - I´ve got a little daughter only 2 years old (she`s named "Elly") and she has cancer too. But I think we all have learnd from the illness of our lovley Elly: You can buy nearly everything but you can`t buy love or health! (Please excuse my badly english)
Stefan <stefan_minks@web.de>
Lüneburg, Germany - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 05:21:17 (PDT)

I was shocked to find out that Michael had passed away in January. I got his book and read it. I cryed and cryed over what had happend to Michael and his friends. Not to long ago I learned that my grandmother has brest cancer and so does my aunt and also my great grandpaw has Lukeima. It is very hard,I know, to have a loved one have cancer but I have never experenced the passing of a loved one with cancer. It was and still is hard for my to except that Michael is gone but I try to remember, when I am asking myself why god took him, that he is in a better place and god done him a favor. He took away the pain. God also gave him a gift that he used to make people aware about cancer and helping people with cancer. Michael was a strong man and loved by many. Let him rest in peace.
Shae <EmSINGR@cs.com>
NC USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 18:43:16 (PDT)

Today, I finally looked at this page, and it WAS worth it. I just finished Michael Cucciones book and read about Melinda. She was an amazing person. She is someone that people can look up to. I was very upset when I read about the pain and suffering Melinda went through. NO ONE should have to endure that pain. I am only 13 and I want to start a fundraiser at my school this year for 'Thr Make A Wish Foundation' and 'The Michael Cuccione Foundation'. The world needs a cure for the pain and the suffering that people such as Melinda and Michael went through. Melinda and Michael will be in our hearts alwayz and 4ever. With All of my love, Sam
Sam
CA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 12:32:27 (PDT)

my compliments on your site. your story is quite touching. my thoughts are with you. peace.
The Ancient One <ancient1@celticwarrior.com>
hamilton, on canada - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 06:08:27 (PDT)

This is to both Michael and Melinda. "Even though they never fell in love, they fell in love with making a difference.Its always better TO love, then to BE loved. However, these two, had both. And sometimes it's hard to have that. Because not all, have that. Many of us, strive to make ends meet, or try to put out the flame on the candle. So to Michael and Melinda, May God Bless you and hold you in his arms. And to many of you out there with or without cancer, may God hold you in his thoughts until the day you go, and may you love the life you once lived and the many you left behind. Thank you. God Bless."
Anonymous <----->
----------, --- CA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 05:50:09 (PDT)

I was very touched by her story because my grandmother has cancer right now and she is getting treatment.
Melinda <mel_gilmanfan@hotmail.com>
CANADA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 18:50:39 (PDT)

Melinda's website was wonderful. I have lost friends to cancer and know many people with cancer. I hope as the years go by your pain will leave also. Best Wishes. Lori
Lori
OH US - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 12:43:15 (PDT)

i thing your site is a very helpful site for parents who wish to seek information about whats happening to their child. I know that if i was still in the hospital(fighting cancer) my parents would probably want to visit your site. it is a really amazing website. Keep up the good work
Aaron Gagan <Aarongagan@hotmail.com>
Burnaby, BC Canada - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 14:01:46 (PDT)

When Melinda and Michael passed away, it made me really realize what life is about. Live life to your fullest, becuase there might not be a tomarrow. Like one of my teachers quoted on her web page: "Live like there is no tomarrow. Love like you've never been hurt. Dance like no one is watching." I also heard one of my friends saying a quote that also touched me: "Live like you have never loved before and love like you have never loved before." I hope that some day..they can find a cure for cancer so then like Michael said, there wouldn't be so much suffering.
Jamie <qtzgurl@hotmail.com>
Abilene, KS USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 09:02:14 (PDT)

I was one of the very many that Melinda's and Michael Cuccione's storys touched. They both had very brave and strong souls. They both were able to make a difference in their own ways. They are truley my heros. God Bless.
Jamie <qtzgurl@hotmail.com>
Abilene, KS USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 08:52:12 (PDT)

Beautiful,heartwarming web site.Love Maresa.
Maresa Sarracco <maresa86@hotmail.com>
England - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 14:14:08 (PDT)

hi..this websites inspired me so much.i was a fan of 2gether and one of the episodes called 'pirates', part 2, when at the end it usually have the credits...so it wrote there "In loving memory of michael cuccoine". I was so shocked!!!i mean i didn't know michael is.....already not here...not in the world!I felt really sad..i mean it such a pity that that incredible guy could had gone forever. i tried to find out why did he died in such a young age. and when i log in the internet, it said that the server is full..i was so upset.....but now i alredy know what cause of his death. he is a hero and so do melinda(heroine). both of them really inspired me to go on with life..you know...."life is short,try used it wisely"...or "we lived only once, try to used it wisely"...whatever....THEIR SPIRITS WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART AND MY SOUL.. LOVE AND KISSES AND HUGS FROM ATIRA. BYE.:)
Atira <capridawitch@hotmail.com>
Subang Jaya, Selangor Malaysia - Sunday, July 08, 2001 at 02:07:48 (PDT)

Hey Mell, me again. Hey can you beleave people keep coming to this cite. It is amazing to see all the lives you and Michael Keep touching every day even after your gone. WOW. Your dream is still alive and will forever be. Thanks Mel ,for showing me that even though you go threw hard times, you can do it with a smile. Words will never express how much i love something i never met, yet you seem like my best friend. You and Michael are always thair for me pushing me along to realize my dreams.Mell, You'll always be alive in this cite. You have opened peoples hearts and minds not because you were this poor girl sufforing with cancer, but threw your desire to help other people and to be the selfless person you were. Your spirit speaks to me and fills my heart with love. I will love you always.
Vbyrne
Fall River,, MA USA - Thursday, July 05, 2001 at 10:43:54 (PDT)

I stumbled upon Melinda's website while searching for information about curing Rose bush diseases. I find there to be a certain irony there. I just wanted to say that Melinda's story has refreshed my perspective. I'll hug my daughter a little tighter, and I'll express my love and appreciation to those that I love, a little more frequently. Thank you Melinda, and God bless you and your family.
Doug Reese <dougreese@excite.com>
West babylon, New York USA - Thursday, July 05, 2001 at 05:55:19 (PDT)

the websites great! and now i now both friends michael and melinda are reunited once again they both taught us much and we miss them and will tresaure them 4 ever! they are always w/ us and watching over us someday we will meet w/ them again! we love them and they love us all to!
miranda m <mcrazy4u@twcny.rr.com>
n.y. usa - Tuesday, July 03, 2001 at 15:55:21 (PDT)

Melinda (and family) I am terribly sorry on the death of your daughter, and it's sad to see such young people die these days. I know it has been a long time. I just can't stand what cancer does to children and all of its effects. It hurts me so much to see people die of his un stoppable diesease. I hope that one day we wil find a cancer, and I hope the Michael Cuccione Foundation will find a cure for it with all the money it has raised. Melinda is now in the care of her lost friends, and family. Now I know Michael and Melinda are shinning down on us from heaven. Rest in peace forever, and I'll see you Melinda in heaven when my time comes.
Sarah <TheCuteOne005@aol.com>
san jose, ca USA - Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at 20:04:44 (PDT)

Angels, they influence lives, heal the ones in pain, make life better for all. This perfectly describes Melinda and Michael, two remarkable people who are now together in the perfection of heaven. They both lived their lives fully and made such a difference in their lifetimes. I have been a Michael Cuccione fan for about 3 years now and I discovered Melinda through that. Melinda and Michael were extremely strong individuals who never released their enthusiastic grip on life. They both have taught me to relish life and enjoy each day at a time. I have learned that anyone can do whatever they want, as long as they believe in themselves and never give up on their dreams. I have a renewed self confidence and better outlook on life because of these two beautiful souls. Their strength and determination to live and achieve is absolutely awe inspiring. Because of them I believe in myself and I love everything in my life. I treasure my family, friends and mostly...myself. Allthough Michael and Melinda's physical selves are gone, their legacies and memories shall never fade. Thank you both for making my life more beautiful through your influences! You both have definatley left foot prints in my heart! Michael I shall love you forever, you are the reason I love and the reason I care. Melinda, thank you ever so much for making me the person I am today! I can truthfully say that both of you are angels! God Bless you all! R.I.P Melinda and Michael