Thursday, June 11, 2009

Hello, Circle of Friends!

We (the Circle of Friends) have created this blog to celebrate and support the Lawrence family. Along with Jen, we will be posting family news and opportunities to help.

If you would like to sign up to help, just leave a response in the Comments area. Comments of encouragement, humor, well wishes, love, etc., are also most welcome. You don't need an account with Blogger to leave a comment. Just choose "anonymous" (but be sure to sign your name so that we know who has volunteered for what). Thank you!

If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to: CircleOfFriends4@gmail.com

Sincerest thanks, Cindy, Connie and Stephanie with Jen

Background:
Cindy, Connie and Stephanie work with Jen. We feel very closely connected to Jen, Kenny, Daniel and Bethany. We want to help them, and none of us live in AZ. We decided to help by creating a process that connects people with opportunities to support this wonderful family. Join us and expand our circle of friends!
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  1. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 11:05 AM

    I am so proud of you. You are showing your love and caring of Jen, Kenny, Bethany and Daniel in a creative, technology-enabled way! That's "my" team!

    I will be out of town until Monday and will check in for how I can help next week. Maybe picking up and delivering meals. . .Jan

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  2. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    This is such a great idea. Will be scanning the todo list to see what I can do from FM. If need be I will also keep Jan on her toes...Scott

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  3. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 11:55 AM

    Such a great idea! So many of us have been wondering what we can do to help the Lawrences in order for them to be able to focus their time and energy on healing as a family.

    'Will respond on what areas we can help - soon.

    Great things... for a great family.
    Wendy

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  4. AdamHJune 16, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    I'm so happy that you all have done this. From here in Massachusetts it doesn't seem like there's any tangible way to help, and now there is. Thank you so much!

    --Adam
    (Jen's brother)

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  5. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 3:51 PM

    Thank you so much for doing this--brilliant idea.
    -Elizabeth, a friend in Phoenix

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  6. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 4:04 PM

    I am so grateful for you wonderful, amazing friends of Jen's. You already have suggested some great ideas for those of us on the other side of the country. If you deem it necessary at any point, please feel free to email me at dianedrude@comast.net or call at (413) 567-1360.
    Also I'm thankful for those friends who can keep an eye on the family Lawrence. You are my eyes...

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  7. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    Who else but Jen's MoM!

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  8. AnonymousJune 16, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    Grand idea!! Those of us who are family, but not near by, certainly appreciate the actions of all you wonderful folks in the Lawrence's circle of friends.
    I'm jen's dad and live in Santa Barbara, CA. If any of you who attempt to do some of the home repair items on the list, and need advice, feel free to contact me at
    Walt8735@cox.net
    or
    805-687-4737

    I'm hoping we can all do what we can to keep alll the Lawrences smiling.

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  9. AnonymousJune 17, 2009 at 12:26 AM

    Dear Cindy, Connie, and Stephanie--you are angels helping a dear wonderful family, and I am extremely honored to be included in your blog invite.

    I'm "all about whole foods and trader joe's"--I'll get on one of those ASAP. Meanwhile, I am looking into the possibilities of some of the home maintenance---we always seem to be up against those same projects--so please stay tuned, and we will see what we can fanagle from Glendale!

    We're with you, Kenny--and think the world of you, Jen, Daniel and Bethany---besides we're all just one autism family with lots of love and prayer---Many Blessings, Nancy, Mike, David

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  10. AnonymousJune 17, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    Dear Cindy, Connie, and Stephanie,
    I would just like to echo those who have already expressed their gratitude and admiration for your creative response to the needs of this cherished family. As a Massachusetts resident and Jen's friend since junior high school, I long to be closer so that I can support the family during this challenging time. You have provided a vehicle for those of us who are geographically distant (and yet, so close emotionally) to help the Lawrences in a tangible way. Thank you! Cheryl Parzich

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  11. AnonymousJune 17, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Dear Cindy, Connie and Stephanie,

    I am Jennifer's Dad, Walt Hartfield's significant other. Thank you for your thoughtful support in creating this blog for the Lawrence Family. I will make myself available to provide support, along with Walt, when he is called upon to help. In the meantime, I send my good thoughts and love to Kenny, Jennifer, Daniel and Bethany. Peace and Love, Alicia Mitchell

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  12. AnonymousJune 17, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    You are three angels watching out for four angels. Thank you so much for giving all of us who love Jen and her family the opportunity to be of help.

    Love, Valarie Smith a.k.a. Auntie Val

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  13. AnonymousJune 19, 2009 at 6:01 AM

    Thank all 3 of you angels from the bottom of my heart for providing this wonderful outreach opportunity...such a blessing!
    Linda (Kenny's sister in Ohio)

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  14. AnonymousJune 19, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    Thanks so much for putting this together! For so many years I spent nearly every day in the Lawrence home. I know if I still lived in AZ I would be able to help in a tremendous way. I was feeling truly helpless out here in CA and I love that I now know how I can help.
    -Rachel

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  15. AnonymousJune 20, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    Hi Connie, Cindy & Steph, What a nice & practical gesture to set up this blog - I appreciate you! Evangeline Buckley

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