First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Well, today I went back and looked at all the pics from Lil Als birth and I am telling you guys, I know its hard to fathom, but I was a REAL CUTE BABY TOO!! First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Aloha from Visitor 9475! I just wanted to say hey, I tinking bout yous all times! First Name :   Jennifer Last Name :   Ryan Todays Date :   3/28/2005 Email address :   jluhman20@hotmail.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   I met you at the Compassionate Friends meeting in March. Your pictures and website are beautiful. I keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and wish you the best. Jennifer First Name :   marycateandashley Last Name :    Todays Date :   3.28.05 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   i was missing little al today, and i couldnt help but stop in and browse through the pictures. im thinking about you guys and praying for you every night. love you! :) First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   I just want to go on record that I have learned how Oprah spells her name.Thank you varry much. First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :   3-8-2005 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Great update! You know Ryan, Opra (sp)& Dr. Phil both journal. Me, I dont journal--it feels too much like homework. I like the changes to your site MAHALO PLENTY!! First Name :   marycateandashley Last Name :    Todays Date :   3.7.05 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   hi millers! sending some sunshine your way. miss you lots! xo First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Lisa & Daphne are taking you to lunch Holly? Do they have any inkling that in your world there are ONLY THIRTY MINUTE LUNCHES??? I know--I cant say all I want to say in a thirty minute lunch!!! First Name :   Daphne Last Name :   Christensen Todays Date :   3-1-05 Email address :   dchristensen@mercydesmoines.org Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryan - regarding my dads previous entry - its OK if you feel a little afraid! First Name :   Daphne Last Name :   Christensen Todays Date :   March 1, 2005 Email address :   dchristensen@mercydesmoines.org Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Just wanted to say hi and that I am thinking about you guys. I keep Little Als memorial folder at my desk and admire it often. I wish I could have met him and held him. First Name :   Lisa Last Name :   Fox Todays Date :   2/28/05 Email address :   lholmanfox@mercydesmoines.org Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Hi Holly, weve been thinking of you! Daphne and I want to bring you lunch, well call you to set it up! Take care! First Name :   liz Last Name :   anderson Todays Date :   feb.24,2005 Email address :   mzliz007@yahoo.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Hey Holly and family, I just saw the photo of daddys arm. What a cool way to honor Bubby! I hope someday you guys can come for a trip to Vancouver so I can meet you all! Love you Holly !!:) Love, Liz xoxoxo First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :   2-22 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryan your tribute to Lil Al is outstanding. What a very special tribute. I will find and send you just the right thing for displaying it...hummmmmm? First Name :   marycateandashley Last Name :    Todays Date :   2.22.05 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Hi Millers! Just wanted to write and say hello. Thanks for the update on how things are back at home. Im thinking about you guys all the time, and have Little Al hanging on my fridge. Ryan, your tattoo is a beautiful, wonderful reminder of Alan. The folde First Name :   Mike and Jill Last Name :   Clapper Todays Date :   2-22-05 Email address :   mclapper@pcpartner.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryans inkwork is beautiful. My sister and I got matching art when our mother passed. What a lovely tribute! We think and talk of you guys often. Take care! First Name :   marycateandashley Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   just wanted to say hi and that i was thinking about you guys today. xo. First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   I liked Valentines Day better when I could eat those heart shaped cookies piled high with bright red frosting---ABOUT 10 TIMES!!! First Name :   Kris Last Name :   Jarnagin Todays Date :   2/14/05 Email address :   gkjarnagin3617@wmconnect.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   February 14....one month ago today was an extremely difficult day...just wanted you to know we havent forgotten your little hero! Thanks for the update on your website...its awesome! Kris First Name :   Uncle Dave Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   YOUS GUYS!!! I continue to think of you often-daily-always . . . and that makes me smile. AND, I daily visit little Als pics and he causes me to grin GREAT BIG!!! First Name :   Jen Last Name :   Wasek Todays Date :   02/07/05 Email address :   jwasek@msimoldbuilders.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Your strength amazes me. Thank you for helping me remember to be so thankful for what I have and to love as if there is no tomorrow. Praying for you...JEN First Name :   Kirs Last Name :    Todays Date :   02-04-05 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Hi guys, just want you guys to know you are in my thoughts daily, Ryan what a beautiful entry it just shows how much you both loved that little one, his smile and energy brought us all so much. Love you all First Name :   Joanie Last Name :   (Miller) Leerar Todays Date :   02/02/05 Email address :   chester@mchsi.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryan, Holly & family, No words can express how sorry we are to hear about little Al. We think of you daily and our prayers are with you. Jason & Joanie(Miller)Leerar First Name :   marycateandashley Last Name :    Todays Date :    Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   I was thinking about you guys today. Ran into Nurse Kris...she says hello and sends her love. Think of you often, and Al is never far from my heart. First Name :   Terri and Travis Last Name :   Grabb Todays Date :   1/29/2005 Email address :   tgrabb@ur.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   We are so sorry to hear about little Al. We met at the university of Michigan when our son was having surgery as well with little Al. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Travis, Terri and Corbin Grabb First Name :   Rachelle Last Name :   Bowers Todays Date :   January 27th, 2005 Email address :   rachelle@isunet.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Hey all - wanted to remind you today that we love you guys and are always a short walk away if you need us. Take care and see you soon - First Name :   Sasha Last Name :   Webster Todays Date :   1/27/05 Email address :   jswebster@mchsi.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   We are praying for you and thinking of you daily. A beautiful son - a true angel then and now. With love, Sasha (Vaughn) Webster and family (Hollys high school classmate) First Name :   Karen Last Name :   Seegebarth Todays Date :   012505 Email address :   dlseege@netins.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Uncle Lynn shared Als life and medical challenges. Thinking of you with heartfelt love. What a beautiful little boy. First Name :   Kim Last Name :   Benson Todays Date :   1/25/05 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Just wanted to let you know were thinking of you. Just think of these Iowa winds as a lot of hugs coming your way. First Name :   Jim & Charlotte Last Name :   Barr Todays Date :   1-24-05 Email address :   papabarr@interl.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   We down loaded and copied Als picture. He looks healthy and happy and you can tell he was surrounded by love. May God continue to Bless and Support you and your family. Our daughter, Margo, told us the service was wonderful. First Name :   Craig & Shyrlee Last Name :   Hill Todays Date :   1/21/05 Email address :   craighil@netins.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   We are thinking of you and continuing to remember your family in our prayers. What a wonderful service you planned and had for your precious Alan. Everything was so perfect. Remembering your family, Craig & Shyrlee First Name :   Mark Last Name :   Wenthe Todays Date :   01-21-05 Email address :   Altflash@aol.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   You have been in my prayers all day today as you deal with your tremendous loss. What a special service for Little Al, and the lovely folder you designed. Your love continues to shine through. MW First Name :   Kelly Last Name :   Marla Todays Date :   1-21-05 Email address :   kellym@se-polk.k12.ia.us Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   The short but wonderful life of your darling Little Al has touched so many hearts. There are no words to say except youre in my prayers. His little light did brightly shine and Im thankful for the joy he brought to everyone who knew him. God bless you all First Name :   Robert Last Name :   Nordstrom Todays Date :   1-21-05 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Al was such a treasure. Robert (Friend of Michael and Sasha in Thailand) First Name :   Carrol Last Name :   Moering Todays Date :   1-20-05 Email address :   Happyherbie@earthlink.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   The pictures are precious. We will be in Des Moines Feb. 3-8 at the Mudlaffs. Maybe we can get together for lunch one day. Is it a possibility? Carrol First Name :   Robin Last Name :   Miller Todays Date :   1-20-05 Email address :   jymiller@rconnect.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryan, Holly and girls. We are so sorry to hear about little Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jay and Robin Miller First Name :   Tauri & James Last Name :   Phillips Todays Date :   1/19/2005 Email address :   boss@superjames.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. It was a nice service and the folder was incredible. First Name :   Michelle Last Name :   Mann Todays Date :   1/19/2005 Email address :   mann.michelle@principal.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryan, Holly and Girls I am so sorry to hear about your little boy. I have been keeping up to date by your website weekly since he has been born. I feel like I knew him. What a precious boy. I am so sorry to hear about your loss, everyone here at work h First Name :   Kristy Last Name :   Ira (Gamble) Todays Date :   January 19 Email address :   cdikli@aol.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Even though i never got the chance to meet little Al, I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Nothing could be said to make the pain go away but I will pray for you! First Name :   Jamie Last Name :   Grimm Todays Date :   1/19/05 Email address :   jgrimm01@hotmail.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Very beautiful and heartfelt memorial service for Little Al...please accept my deepest condolences...if you need anthing at all, dont hesitate to give me a call... J First Name :   Mike Last Name :   Culp Todays Date :   9/19/2005 Email address :   mike@cdsglaw.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Dear Holly,Ryan and family, Our hearts go out to you. You were certainly blessed with Little Al. Although we never met him, we know from his celebration today and now from the website what we missed. We are praying for you. The Culps First Name :   Randy Last Name :   Porter Todays Date :   1/19/2005 Email address :    Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Ryan & family, I heard about your loss through the Principal Grapevine. Having children of my own, I can only imagine how difficult this time is for you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. First Name :   Daphne Last Name :   Christensen Todays Date :   January 19, 2005 Email address :   dchristensen@mercydesmoines.org Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Cant stop thinking of you guys, especially on this very difficult day. Love you, Daphne First Name :   Carol Last Name :   Patch-Snyder Todays Date :   1/19/05 Email address :   patch-snyder.carol@principal.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   My heart goes out to both of you and your whole family. May peace be with you. First Name :   Kristen Last Name :   Adams Todays Date :   01/18/2005 Email address :   kristenkadams@hotmail.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Hi Ryan and family, We are so sorry about baby Alan. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. You were certainly blessed with a sweet angel. Randy and Kris (Miller) Adams and family First Name :   Kim Last Name :   Benson Todays Date :   1/18/05 Email address :   kbenson@awcmail.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Even though you only had Little Al such a short time, he touched so many lives. He wont be forgotten.....and neither will your family. The Lord has a new angel. First Name :   Don Last Name :   Thomson Todays Date :   01/18/05 Email address :   donthomson@donthomson.net Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Holly and Ryan: I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your families at this difficult time. What a gift to us it was that you shared Als life with us on your Web site. First Name :   Jodi Last Name :   Boyce Todays Date :   01/18/05 Email address :   jodiboyce@hotmail.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Our thoughts & prayers are w/your family. When a life so new ends so quickly, we often ask Why?... We can find comfort by sharing our grief with those around us who care. We want you to know that we care about your loss... God Bless - Jodi & Joel First Name :   Mike Last Name :   Fulscher Todays Date :   1/18/05 Email address :   deo89@yahoo.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   As someone who has both lost a newborn relative and had another survive through similar situations, my thoughts are and will be with you and your family. My deepest sympathies. -- Mike F. First Name :   Clair Last Name :   Fisher Todays Date :   1/18/2005 Email address :   fisherc@simpson.edu Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Holly, Marlys has kept me informed about Little Al I was encouraged before Christmas break and am so sorry to read the sad news. Despite everything, Little Al appears so happy. Thank you for sharing his life, through the photo album, with a wider circle First Name :   Steve Last Name :   Holman Todays Date :   1/16/05 Email address :   steveh@esi-dc.com Comments (Only 256 characters get posted) :   Holly and Ryan-- My mom (Trudy) just shared the sad news about Al. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve Holman