1. Barbara Spannaus Said,

   Dear Lyons Family,
   I receive Google alerts for “Melanoma” and your site was in my email today. My son was diagnosed with a 2.00mm nodular melanoma on the back of his neck. We had 2 surgeries at MDA and now 5 years have past- Nick is now 24, and so far, so good. A horrible, gut wrenching experience that brought many blessings and a much stronger faith and trust in God. You know what I’m talking about. I still go to the MPIP.org (Melanoma Patients Information Page) bulletin board http://www.mpip.org/bb/bbindex.html and check on the people who are going through their battles. There is a mother in Ohio who posts about her 26 yr. old son who is now stage IV and very ill. He is married with a young son.
   Linda Stanford, “mom to John”, posted on Mon, Jul 30, 2007, a discouraging update, “It seems we may be reaching the final battles. John recently had 2 brain surgeries and then a brain bleed last week leaving his left side paralized. He talks about giving up the fight now. He hopes to recover some movement and then wants to go home and spend time with his wife and 1 year old. I don’t want him to suffer but I am not sure the time to quit fighting is over. He is only 26 years old. Life shouldn’t end so soon for him. How can I comfort him and not make him feel guilty about his desicions. I will support him and love him but it is so hard for me not to be sad when I am with him. Tears come so easily. What advice can you offer me at this time. Can any of you just talk to me about how you handled the last months. It helps knowing there are other mothers out there that have gotten through this awful period in our lives. I don’t want to give my baby back to God but He is calling so loudly now. I can’t believe how physically it hurts.”
   Linda’s email is: stanfords@buckeye-express.com

   My heart hurts for her. Is there anything that you know that might help them. John has has numerous treatments and most recently was rejected from NCI because he did not meet the criteria for any of their trials.
   Your Lyons Family site is beautiful and I will be checking in on your family and praying that God heals your beautiful wife.
   Sincerely,
   Barbara Spannaus, Austin, TX

2. Irma Said,

   So many pictures, sooo many breathtaking sites…but, my favorites are still of Hallie and Jack! Yay God!

3. Mari Blair Said,

   Hello Lyons Family,

   We are friends of Natalie Glowka and we just wanted to you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and know that GOD is on your side and is with you always.

   The Blair Family

4. Mari Blair Said,

   Hello Lyons Family,

   We are friends of Natalie Glowka and we just wanted to you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and know that GOD is on your side and is with you always.

   The Blair Family

5. Irma Croteau Said,

   William wants to let Jack know that the big fire torch looks like it was “really cool”…but not as cool as his gummy snake. He also wants to know if Jack got to sit on the giant chair all by himself. He sends both Hallie and Jack a big hug.

6. angie Said,

   thanks for uploading all the pics. It’s so different not having you guys close by, or a phone call away! Seeing the pics and reading updates makes it easier!

7. Flori Said,

   Hello July, Brendon,Jack and Hallie.I am Cristina´s Sister (Flori) I have a very good time with you.I admire July a lot of she is a fantastic woman in that days when I was in my sister’s house I enjoy a lot of with your company.You are an excellent family , please translate Hallie and jack many kisses from Grego and me, and if some day you come to spain,please contact with me my house is your house.HASTA PRONTO!!!!!

8. Larry Johnson Said,

   Brenden,

   My family and I are sorry to learn of the passing of your wife, Julie. We recognize this is a difficult time for you and your family. My wife and I are praying for you and your family. If there is any additional support we can offer your family please don’t hesitate to let us know.

   May God Bless You,
   Larry & Ruth Johnson

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