THE COUNTDOWN IS ON!!!!! Yep March 30th is the BIG day!!!! WE’RE COMIN’ HOME!!!!! The girl’s have been counting down the days crossing off everyday on the calendar or I should say calendars, they each have there own! We are all so excited, and we thank each and every one of you for being with us every moment we’re here. Your prayers, your words, your faith, your strength, your support, we need and love you all. This coming week will be a week of tests, scans, labs, Dr. appointments, pictures, and of course OT, PT, and school, so please please please…PRAY PRAY PRAY!!!!
Well we went to Nashville for the weekend, it was AMAZING!!!! First we loved the 3 hour drive, cows, cows and more cows, rolling hills, beautiful scenery. On our ride we got a call from Aunt Christine and Uncle Luie, they got us tickets to the Grand Ole Opry!!!!! We were so excited!!! It was incredible!!! When we arrived we got settled in our hotel. The next day we went to President Andrew Jackson’s mansion for a tour. It was awesome! All the original wall paper, furniture, flooring, everything was original the way it was when he lived in it. Then we walked and we walked and we walked all over his grounds, 1200 acres of grounds, (PT anyone?) it was so beautiful and the weather was perfect like California! We even saw where the slaves lived, the whole tour was amazing. After our great day we were so excited for our amazing night to The Grand Ole Opry!!! It’s amazing in there, it looks like a Christian Church,the seats are pews. The show reminded us of Hee Haw! There were 4 hosts and each host was a country star, not only could they sing but they were hilarious, so talented. Under each host were 4 singers, what a show!!!! It was the greatest. We saw older singers like, Little Jimmie Dickens, Ray Price, Ricky Skaggs, to Josh Turner “Everything’s gonna be fine fine fine”, and yes, Carrie Underwood “Jesus Take the Wheel, American Girl, well I don’t have to tell you…..sooooo awesome!!! In the Opry you can get out of your seat at any time to take pictures, you can even go right up to the stage. But we didn’t have to do that, our seats were AMAZING…thanks you Aunt Christine and Uncle Luie! The next day we were off to the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum, it was so incredible.
We had visitors…Nanny and Poppy! Yep they drove all the way to Memphis, not only to spend time together but to also bring all of our boxes home. Wow can Poppy pack a car, what a technique!!!! We miss them already. Thanks so much we had such a great time hanging out at the condo, playing games, (Rummy 500 anyone? Look out Vegas here come the Conti sisters), walking to the train tracks to flatten out some coins (can you tell not much to do in Memphis?), and of course St. Jude, and then we brought them to St. Patrick’s church for our amazing Sunday mass, and they got the southern open arm welcome, of course. We love our church, from Father Tim with his amazing prayers and Conti sisters team cheers and Deacon Eddie with his great big hugs to the whole entire congregation, the out pouring of love, prayers, support, and care, is beyond words and everything we need. We are already tearing up, we’re going to miss them so much!
As we count down for Monday so filled with such excitement, but at the same time getting very emotional about leaving our extended family we love so much in Memphis, from everyone, and I mean everyone at St. Jude, to the whole gang at St. Patrick’s to the Schledwitz family, to the Fogelman family, to even passer-buyers, total strangers who say “I’ll pray for your daughter and your whole family” or “God Bless You” or just being silent, yet knowing the prayers are coming, there are no words, (and you all know me very well, I am never at a loss of words) to explain how much each and every person means to us, how much we love each and everyone, and how much we will miss them and this place where God walks the streets of Memphis and the halls of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. We love you all and thank you all for taking such incredible care of our baby and our family. You will forever be a part of us!
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OMGosh!!!!!! HOME!!!!!
What wonderful news! I am so happy to hear you are doing well Nitalia. So soooooooooooooooooooooooo happy that you can get back to all your friends and family.
Big GIANT hugs for you all!
Hey Nitalia,
Yes, the countdown is on and everyone I know is thrilled to hear the great news that you are homeward bound, my Darling. May God continue to bless everyone at St. Jude’s Hospital, especially the patients and the great medical staff for their excellent attention and care they give to each and everyone in their midst. It is so obvioous that Jesus dwells among them because they exemplify His goodness and His compassion on this earth. May they all experience His perfect love and His precious peace daily for all the great care and love they gave to you, my Sweet. Oh, and let me just say how much I loved, loved, loved the new video Daddy just posted. Daddy is such a genius!! My, my, my I have to admit that the floodgates opened up and I had a very difficult time stopping the rain from falling. YOU and your darling sissies look so beautiful. I just loved all the great shots of all the fabulous adventures. I was trying to pick out my favorite ones and I just couldn’t. Mom and Dad looked great as well, thank God. Really, there are no words to describe the pride I hold for you, Nitalia. As I think back on these three and one half months that you have been there in Tennessee, I marvel over the many terrific experiences you have had and the many wonderful accomplishments you have conquered on this miraculous journey. You tower over everyone I know by your strong and relentless courage and bravery. You are always smiling as though you know something that the rest of us are not fully aware of, in order to be so positive. You have made us all stronger in our faith, more appreciative for our own blessings, and better in our relationships with one another, JUST by your example!! Thank you Nitalia for opening our eyes to what is most important in life. It is so apparent that Jesus is so deeply apart of you in all that you do. Thank you Jesus, for touching her and making her purified and well. My darling, give everyone hugs and kisses from me and then let them love you back. Keep up your strength and determination which is boundless.
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, and more prayers,
Nannie and “Pop from Heaven”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
What a beautiful video!!! Arizona can not wait for you to come either. You all look so amazing. All your hardwork, dedication have paid off. Before you know it you will be back home with all your friends. Keep up the great work and we will see you soon.
The Turell Family
Hi Nitalia and Family,
Another amazing video by Daddy!! What great photos of your continued adventures there in Memphis. We are all praying for your tests you have this week and know that you will be blessed with the best news!! Can’t wait till you get home. Tell Aviona, Isabella, Mom, and Dad we say hello and are praying and always sending you POSITIVE thoughts and energy!! We will write again soon….
Big Hugs and Lots of Love to all of you…
The Blecker’s
Dear Natalia,
You are truely amazing and your positive spirit will thrive in Memphis after you have gone home! I am also happy that you are going home, but sad too. I am hoping that we will see when you return. I am so inspired by you and your family. What an incredible family you have. So loving and so positive. You never realize fully how your actions inspire others. It goes on and on and I will be one of those people that passes it on. I am praying that all your test today show success! I have sent out many emails today to get a whole lot of people that don’t even know you, praying for you. I hope you can feel the love and hugs we are sending to you. Much love,
Gail
Hey Nitalia & fam,
I’m still thinking about you and wanted to say hi. I’m glad you’ve gotten to see and do a lot in Memphis and Nashville. Let me know if you are ever in New York City and I’m happy to be your Schledwitz host up here!
Praying for you on the big day!
Kathryn Schledwitz
Hi Angel,
I know i haven’t been on in forever but while Nannie was there, i talked to her everyday, so i just said hey that way. I have been praying all day for the best outcome of all these tests. I am so excigted you will be home soooo soon. I can’t wait to hug and kiss all of you guys. Well i have to go cook dinner. We are having Cheese Steaks. Yeah… Uncle Mike and i got married today 29 years ago. Boy does that make us sound old. Thank God i got married at 10. LOL. Well I love and miss all of you and am always praying for you guys. xoxoxo
wow… in all aspects
anxious to see all those smiles
Love Bernice
Hi Conti Clan,
We are so happy that you are going to be coming home! I am also so thankful that you had such a miraculous time in Memphis with all the treatments. It is so good to hear about all the people that welcomed you in and took care of you while you were gone. My heart is warmed when you tell stories about the people you’ve met there and it’s so nice to hear good new and uplifting stories. We are all glad that you’ll be back among us soon. You guys are amazing! We’re praying for you!!
Carla Monson
Trust me Nitalia!!! I am praying soooooo hard for you and for your tests and everything to come out well!!!!! What an AMAZING video!! You and your sisters are soooooo BEAUTIFUL!!!! I bet your are thrilled to be coming home yet sad to say goodbye to good old memphis!! Those gonzalezes are very nice!!!! How fun!!! Was the tour of andrew jacksons mansion fun??? I bet it was!! The pictures in the video about soem kids you were with at st. jdes i think look very nicee!! Did you meet them in the hospital?? They look very nice and glad you met lots of new people!! You are such a lucky girl Nitalia to have your family there EVERY SINGLE STEP OF THE WAY and not only your mom,dad aviona and isabella, but your nanny and pop came and everything!!! You are an amazing, beautiful, strong girl and i am extremely happy you are coming home!! CHeck you email cause i sent you something special!! Say hi to everyone and so excited to see you again!!! I was crying during that video not only because i miss you and your family so much but how beautiflu you are and what a nice frined your are!! Happy tears Nitalia!!! You made it!!!
hugs, LOTS OF PRAYERS, hope, love
Kendall
Dear Nitalia,
When you come home we will be waiting with open arms, open hearts, and a couple hundred balloons 
You and your family are finally in the home strecth…literally 
I cant wait, I just cant wait for you to come home!!! Although I feel bad for all the friends your leaving in Memphis 
that just shows what a wonderful person you are. Your happiness is contagious! and you can always find a friend. You are always in my prayers and remember, God is watching over you 
I can barely contain myself…YOUR COMING HOME!!!!!!!!!!! Its been such a long four months without your smile to light up our days! You have made it this far, have worked so hard, and have shown an immense amount of bravery through it all. You have touched the lives of all who hear your story and are an inspiration to all. There are not words to describe how ecstatic we all are at school, we can barely wait for your return. Nitalia there is only one word to describe you….. AMAZING!!
Love and the BIGGEST OF HUGS,
Nina
The countdown is on!!!!! I can’t wait to see you and your sisters. We are sooooo excited!!! People in Memphis have taken such good care of you and now it is our turn and I can’t wait. Even your dogs will be jumping for joy! In exactly 4 days (that’s 96 hours from now) you will be pulling down your street and I will be waiting for you. I am so proud of you. I wonder if you and your sisters will be wearing matching clothes! I bet you will.
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxxoxoxooxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Love, Olivia
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I love this photo it’s so cute HOPPING hahaha Hoping you like it
“Zillions of hugs”
Olivia
(Click on the link!)
Hope it works
Fingers crossed
OOOOO NITALIA!!!!!!
: ) 
!!!!!!!!!! I hope we have some classes together! Only 3 days!!!!! Sat. Sun. And…. MONDAY!!!!! 
!!!!!!!!!!!! Im sure you have to say a lot of goodbyes in TN but you will say just as many “i missed you sooo much!” here 
Tell your family i say HI!!!!
Im so glad you are coming home!!!!!
Love
Jori!!!
P.S. My parents say HI too.
(But i will take it knowing that you are coming home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! : ) 
)
P.P.S We have AIMS on monday!
SOrry thatt was me, Jori Not my mom sorry!!
HEyy Nitalia!!!!
I cant get over how exxcccitteedd i am that you are coming home in 3 days!!! OMGGGGG!!! SOo excited!! Also that video is amazing!! BEaqutiful piactures!!! Miss you and so oo excited to see you when you get home!! JUst like jori said im going to fight through aims knowing that you are coming home!!!!
love,
Kendall and Hayley
Wow, I am so excited that you are coming home. It will be so wonderful to see all of your smiling faces. You have been missed so much here in Arizona. You have been so brave. The video was amazing and so beautiful. I know the people in Memphis will miss you, because you have been such an inspiration. I can’t wait to see you next week.
Love,
Mrs. Goldberg
Hi Natalia,
I might be slow to join your blog, but please know that my prayers are with you and your family ALWAYS. You are my hero. What a brave girl you are! You are such an inspiration to all of us. I am so excited that you are coming home (back to Sequoya) and that you are showing that tumor a thing or two!! I loved the video – it looked like you were able to squeeze in some fun while you were in Memphis and that made me smile. I can’t wait to see your and your sisters’ beautiful smiles – you truly have been missed!
Love,
Mrs. Smith
woww nitalia!!! i cant believe ur coming home in 2 days!! 2 days!! woww!!! you came just in time aims!! that video was amazing and those pictures of u are gorgeous. u r so pretty and so is ur whole family! well the countdown is on i have the date u come home in my room!!! YEAH NITALIA!! i so happy for u! u made it! wow u deserve a big treat! aims will be easier nowing ur here in AZ!!!!!! have a safe trip home so u can get to phoenix.
lots of love, kisses and hugs coming ur way,
hayley
What AWESOME news! May God continue to bless you & your family!
The Klein & Sandone Family
2 day Nitalia!!! only 2 days left on you and your sisters calendars!!!! So exciteedd!!! I got you gusy something special!!! SO excited to see you and so are hudnreds of other poeple!!! lol
well, see talk tomorrow, which is only 1 day away form the BIG day!!!
prayer,prayers,prayers, and more prayers,
kendall
Dear Nitalia,
I LOVE LOVE LOVED LOVED your video and I am hiding under the table!!!!!! I am going to hide something under your pillow so that you know that I am thinking about you when you go to sleep in your OWN BEDS tomorrow night!!!!!! I am still under the table. I am eating a doughnut. I am VERY VERY VERY happy that you are coming home. What are you doing right now? I bet you are packing up. Is your mom hiding under the table?? You are pretty.
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxooxoxooxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxooxoxxoxooxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxooooxoooxxooxoooooxoxox Love, Kennedy xooxoxxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Hi Nitalia!
Continue from other Message! Sorry*
Boo Hoo! Watched your video again your so beautiful! I love you and all my wishes are to you,
I cant wait for you to come home! ONLY 1 MORE DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am ecstatic (good word choice) I’m practicing for AIMs! Only one more day too, but you are more important WAY WAY more important. I’m really not looking forward to AIMs
GIANT hugs,
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XOXOXOXOXO
WE REALLY CAN’T WAIT!
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
Were jumping off the walls waiting for you to come home!
The Kirke kids!
The top other one with the green YOU is from me
so sorry,
Olivia
Nitalia,
:):) 
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Better start packing and saying good byes! 1 DAY!!!!!!!!! 
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1DAY 1 DAY 1 DAY 1 DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-Jori Brick
P.S. Thats a lot of smiles!
1 DAY NITALIA! 1DAY!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!! i cant wait for u to come home i am so excited!!! yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah!!!!!
!! tell memphis good bye and say hello to az!!! well im going belistic cant wait! have a good ride home!!!! sounds like u were having fun on the last few days in memphis wow what a special expericience u had in memphis!! u r so pretty nitalia!! when u come home on monday its going to b like ur famous 
hahaha U R FAMOUS NITALIA U R!!!!!!!!!!!!! well i went to church today and prayed and prayed and prayed for u. god has is arms around u tight tight tight!!! well i no its sad saying good bye to friends and family in memphis but u get to c ur old friends in az! i love u nitalia!! hope u make to school on monday!!! yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah 
well love,prayers and EXCITEMENT!!!!!!!!!
HAYLEY:)
o and the by the way the message i just sent u was only from me not kendall forgot to take the kendall out of there sorry!!
Hi Nitalia and Family-
Well, it’s the final countdown!!! WOOOHOOOO!! When you began your journey in Memphis, you were counting down months….which came to weeks…….then days…..and now HOURS..what an ACCOMPLISHMENT!!!! We know you are anxious to come back to Arizona and it is hard to leave all those warm, friendly, and gracious friends you have made while on your journey. Always remember, those who have crossed your path will forever live in your hearts. You will forever have a connection to all of those in Memphis. From the friends, to all the healing angels there at St. Jude’s, you will forever have a special place in their hearts. We hope you have a very safe trip home tomorrow. The prayers and thoughts continue to come your way, all day, EVERYDAY!!!
Lots of LOVE and HUGS,
Mrs. Blecker, Mr. Blecker, Aaron, and Daniel
I can’t wait till you guys get home! Me and Alyssa can’t wait to play with Aviona at school. Tomorrow you come home. yaaaaaaaaa.
We start aims the day you come back .booo.
Well love you all.
Love Abby Adelman
heyy Nitalia!!!
1 more day!!
heyy Nitalia!!!
1 more day!!
heyy Nitalia!!!
1 more day!! TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY!!! I AM SOOOOO EXCITED!! prayed for you at chruch today!!! well so excited!!!
see you tomorrow hopefully!!! have a safe trip home!!! you are amazing!! love ya!
excitement,love,prayers,
kendall
Also i was lisstening to walking in memphis in the car today! It was on the radio! Thought i share lol! By the time you read this you will probabnly be on the way home! Bye memphis! Even tho that place will always b in your heart! See you tomorrow! You are amazing
Love,
Kendall
yeah nitalia!! only a couple more hours cant wait cant wait cant wait!!!!!!
YEAH YEAH YEAH YEAH YEAH YEAH
u r so brave ur did it !!!! wow
love and prayers
hayley
hi kendall r u there???
omgg! today is the day! i ahve been waiting for months for this day to ocme!!! so excited ot see you!!!
HOORAY–YOU WILL BE HERE TODAY! Everyone is so happy with your good news. You have been such a brave young lady, Nitalia. Can’t wait to see you and give you a huge hug (or two).
As always, the video is heartwarming and as special as you.
Love,
Mrs. Taylor
P.S. Safe journey home to all.
Today, Today, Today!! Your video was wonderful and today we get to see you in person! Welcome home to the entire family…lots of love, bravery and God…bringing you home:)
Love,
Mr. and Mrs. James, Emily, Charlie, Maddie and Olivia
OMGGG!! YOU LOOK AMZING! I JUST GOT HOME FROM SEEING YOU AND YOU LOOK AMAZING!! Aviona and isabella you look great too!! I am so proud of you!! NITalia you are the bravest(by far) girl i have ever none!!! WOW IS ALL I HAVE TO SAY!! GREATEST MOMENT OF THE YEAR MAYBE EVEN MY LIFE!!! you are amazign and i hope you love your renovated house!! by tghe wya your room is beautiful!!! you are azazing!! WELCOME HOME!!!!
love,
kendall
HOORAY–YOU ARE HOME!!
It was wonderful to see you. You are surrounded by so much love.
Sleep well in YOUR VERY OWN BED. :-0
Love you all,
Mrs. Taylor
HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE HOME AT LAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are so brave and sweet! You are the nicest girl in the world you are an isperation to all that see you!!!!!!!!!! HOME! HOME! HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It was a blast to see you and your family! You have the best people surrouding you Nitalia!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-Jori Brick
yeah yeah yeah!!! UR HOME!! i am so sorry i couldnt b there to see u but i wish i was there!!!!!! i am so happy for u yeah yeah yaeh!!!!
well lots of hugs!!!!!!
hayley
Welcome Home Nitalia and Family!!!!!! WOOOHOOO!!!!
It was so good to see all of your smiling faces!! You all look amazing. We hope it will make you feel better to be back in your own home with all your family and friends surrounding you. There is nothing like home. We will keep all the positive thoughts and prayers coming to you ALL DAY, EVERYDAY!!! Hope you rest well in your own beds tonight…write to you again soon…..
Lots of LOVE and HUGS to all of you….
The Blecker Family
Welcome Home Nitalia and Family:) It was great to see your smiling faces. You all look so amazing. Home is always a great place to be. We are glad you are home. Hope you rest well in your own home in your own beds.
Thoughts and prayers are still there!
The Turell Family
Hi Angel,
Just a short note to tell you how great it was to see and hug all of you last night. I am sooooo happy you are home. Now I can hug you all when ever i want. You need to rest and eat, eat, eat, to build up your strength. I can’t wait till i see ya again. Hugs and kisses to all of you. As always I am praying for you, and you are always in my thoughts. xoxoxoxo
Nitalia,
IT IS SUCH A MIRACLE!!!!!!! THANK YOU LORD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am soooo so so so so so so so so so so so so ecstatic you are back! On Sunday it was my birthday, and at the moment I hadn’t checked the sight yet. Marley called me and told me “Nitalia is coming home!” My mouth instantly dropped open into a very wide “O” and I would scream but Caitie was sleeping:) so I screamed on the inside. It was the best birthday present ever; knowing you were coming back.
Nitalia there are 5 words to describe you, STRONG, BEAUTIFUL, AMAZING, CHEERFUL, and TROOPER. Nitalia I don’t think you know how proud I am of you. You are sooooo amazing to have gone through all of this (with the help of your loving family
) You are such an amazing and special friend and I am so fortunte to have you. I have been praying every night, and God made a miracle.
4 months without Nitalia is like 4 months without sunlight, rain, happiness, giggles, LIFE
hehe! WELCOME BACK NITALIA!!!!!!!!!
We LOVE YOU SO SO SO SO SO SO SO much!!!!!!!!!1
Lots of Love,
Monica and the rest of the Madden family
Hey Nitalia!
You are here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am soooooo happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When will you come to school? can’t wait at all!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love you!!!!! <3
Monica
Hey Nitalia,
Home at last, home at last, thank God you are home at last. How you longed for this day, my Darling, and it could not have been a better homecoming from what I understand. I am ecstatic to hear and learn of the great homecoming provided for you by those fabulous Arizonians. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, to ALL of YOU who made this day so beyond words or understanding. I am certain that your rewards in heaven will be greater than anyone of us could ever imagine. God is good and He loves when we love one another as He loves each one of us. There must be great rejoicing in heaven when people like this make heaven on earth for little darlings like you Nitalia. Again, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, I just wish I had the words to express my appreciation for what all of you did for Nitalia and her family. You are the cream of God’s crop!! And how was it to sleep in your very own bed, my Darling? Wow, what a long awaited treat that must have been, I am sure. Knowing you are back home is a real comfort for me. Now, we must keep up the brave effort to remain strong and mighty for complete and pure healing. Thanks to all of our prayers far and wide, we know that this miracle is definitely on its way sooner than we think. We thank you Jesus for hearing our prayers. We love You and we know that none of this is possible without You. We love YOu and we praise You, Lord! My Darling, please thank everyone for me and give hugs and kisses to all from me.
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, prayers,
Nannie and “Pop from Heaven”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Hi Nitalia,
I am not sure if you remember me, but I was a substitute teacher at Sequoya. I heard about everything that you and your family were going through & just wanted you to know how proud of you I am! You are a very brave young lady with a wonderfully loving family. You are so blessed. I am praying for you & wanted to share a song that I think you might like….it’s called Call on Jesus by Nicole C. Mullen. Take care sweet girl & I hope to get to see you soon!!
With love & prayers,
Mrs. Eaton
Hey Nitalia! We know you are so HAPPY,HAPPY,HAPPY to be home! It must have been exciting to see all your friends and I know they were soooo excited to see you! Tell your sweet family hello for us and always know that your have friends here in Memphis thinking of you, loving you,and praying for you! Give our love to all!
love always,
Rick, Kim, Reece, MacKenzie, Annie, and Jack
Tex and Honey too:)
Hi Nitalia,
I am so happy that you and your sisters came home. Did you play in your new playroom. It is so cool. I love the table and bean bag chairs!!! Did you find our surprise under your pillow? I hope it made you smile. When it warms up, you can swim in your awesome pool. I want to jump off of your diving board:-). I loved your dogs. Their nail polish was so cute. I think that they missed you so much. I missed you so much.
I love you and your sisters.
Love, Kennedy
Thinking of yall!!! hope your travels were safe and home is WONDERFUL!!
Heyy nitalia and family! How does it feel to be home? I loved your room girls! I want that bedroom! We have to go to school! Just was checking in
Prayers, prayers
Kendall
hey nitalia!
how does it feel do u b back in ur OWN bed??? i heard from kendall your new bedroom is amazing! and she even said that u looked amazing!!! well me and kendall r trying to plan a date to come c u if thats ok? i hope it works out cuz i really want to give u hugs, and hugs and more hugs!! i hope u come back to school soon:) its boring with out u!!!!!! i am so glad u got home safely!! lots and lots of hugs and prayers,
hayley(kendalls friend)
Nitalia,
Are you glad to be home it yoour own bed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh wait i know you are!!!! I was so glad to see you and your beautiful family!!!!! Your house is AMAZING! I wear my purple bracelet everyday! I never take it off! I will keep praying for you!!!!!!!! No matter what i will!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love
Jori Brick
Natalia,
Welcome Home!!!!!!! We wish we could have been there to see your beautiful face light up when you got home and saw your family and friends. I bet there wasn’t a dry eye there. We were so happy to hear the tumor shrunk more than 50%. You go girl!!! I can’t belive we didn’t hear the screams and crys of joy here in New Jersey. We will keep praying because the prayers are working. God is listenting and his healing power and love is with you. Natalia we have said it so many times we are so proud of you. We will give you a few days to settle in and then we will give you a call. Enjoy being home. Sending you lots of love, hugs and of course saying lots and lots or prayers. Love you so much!!!!!!
Aunt Annie and Uncle Richard
Good Morning, Good Morning My Dorothy Peach!!!
Happy Monday – yeah right! I hope you had a fantabulous weekend – oh wait, of course you did cause – YOU ARE HOME!!!!!!!! WHOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO!!! Oh Peach, I am so happy for all of you. FINALLY HOME – and a BRAND NEW ONE AT THAT! Thanks to all of those wonderful Arizona Angels who made this AMAZING homecoming a reallity!! I can’t wait to see it! How are Merdi and Meebs? I bet you they can’t stop sloppy kissin you huh? Well, it’s been a busy here in New Jersey. The plant closure has turned Aunt Meesi into a one armed paper hanger – and with these arm flaps (aka my Bye, Bye Betties / Hello Hellens) it does not make for a pretty picture and could even cause injury (I almost knocked myself out with one of them!) Aliza Jane is busy at her job that she just loves – she made 3rd key – and my right arm (minus the Betties) at home. Billy and his Pancreas (no twinkies yet – Lent) are counting down the days till spring break! As for The Giffer – can you say drama???? My oh My, it’s all about, who likes who, whos mad at who, whos not talking to who. Yadda, yadda, yadda – I need a map just to follow it! Anywho my sweet Gorgeous Peach, Aunt Meesi has to get back to work – only 4 days of day work this week – can you say YOWZA, YOWZA, YOWZA! Give my love to ALL especially my Back to School Peachettes!! We miss E!you all so much and love you even more than that!
THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME!!!!!!
YOU ARE SO AMAZING MY RED SHOE WEARING PEACH!!!!!
Love me tender,
Aunt Meesi and her Betties, Pinky Jane, Billy and his Pancreas and My Odiferous Drama Queen
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Hey Nitalia,
Darling, I am so thrilled that your eating habits have picked up. Keep it up because that too is a true sign of great healing. I am so pleased that you are enjoying the Easter Bread. Manje, manje, manje bene! (You know that I can’t spell anything in italian, but I can pretend.) I heard that school is once again in session for your sisters and your homeschool teacher is absolutely fabulous. What more can we ask for, really? God is soooo good and He truely is in your care and in your pocket. Through your unbelievable journey, He has brought so many into the fold. They now know that faith and genuine prayers can move more than a mountain. Yes, He truely exists with such power and might and His blessed rays of brilliant light is upon you, my Darling. During this solemn and inspirational Easter Holy Week, His miracles are boundless and completely in your favor. THANK YOU, JESUS FOR YOUR DIVINE PRESENCE! Here at home, in New Jersey, we are busier than the Easter Bunny! Everyday is loaded with tons of choir music, decorations-both in and outside my home, planting gardenias and pansies, visits to several cemetaries, preparations for the Triduim which is the masses for Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday. I am at Holy Rosary everyday and I love it. This is my favorite season of the year because of its depth of holiness. On my front door, once again, a cardinal mother has built her nest on my wreath and has laid four eggs. Everyday, I check to see that she is there and all of us are very careful how we open and close the door. Last year, we watched five baby birds hatch and fly away from that same wreath. What a thrill! Well, my Sweet, it is time for Nannie to get busy. Know that I am always with you in pray and I am more than proud of you. You are my Easter joy!!! God bless all of you and please give hugs and kisses to one another for me.
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, prayers.
Nannie and “Pop from Heaven”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Good Afternoon My Peter Rabbit Peach,
TGITH!!! WHOOOOO HOOOOOOOO! Aunt Mees is out of her cottontail with glee cause today is my last day of day-work for the week! Can you say AWWWW YEAHHHHH!! Still gotta work night-work but who cares cause tomorrow I’m off!!!!!
I have a list longer than the Easter Bunny and a WHOLE LOT MORE COTTONTAIL!!
It was so good to talk to you yesterday, I just LOVE my phone calls! The kids are outta their gords because they ended school yesterday and don’t go back till April 20th!! Lucky Bunnies! Nan is at church every night for Holy Week – she just loves it – she’s a good Catholic girl! The Mancini’s can’t wait for Easter Brunch on Sunday. It has been 40 LONG days and 40 Long nights in the desert and NOTHING, I mean NOTHING sweet has touched our lips since Ash Wednesday! Come 12:01AM Easter Sunday Morning, the Easter Bunny better have those Easter baskets ready cause the first one in them is gonna be ole Aunt Meesi – head first – chocolate peanut butter eggs, chocolate kisses, jelly beans, M&M’s oh no Peach, I just drooled on my keyboard. Oh and the Brunch – Easter Bread sandwiches, olive salad, roasted peppers, hard boiled eggs and more EASTER BREAD!!! For dinner it’s Lasagne ala Aunt Meesi, garlic bread and salad – we are gonna reak (poor Mageezer) – but who cares cause I’m OFF!! This is the first Easter in 3 years I don’t have to work!!! So, what are you doing? I know Mom’s gonna have Easter Brunch after church and then you’re probably going to Nannie and Pop’s for dinner. Please wish everyone a “Happy Easter” from the Mancini’s. Please give my Honey Bunny Peachettes Easter Bread Hugs and Chocolate Bunny Kisses! We miss you all more than you know and love you all more than that!
HAPPY JOYFUL EASTER MY AMAZING HIPPITY HOPPITY PEACH!!!!
Love me tender,
Aunt Meesi, Pinky Pukester, Billy and his Twinkies, The Giffer and 10 Pounds (Our New Addition after Sunday)
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hey nitalia!
just checking in….
it sounds like ur doing better thats good!!! i hope ur feeling better soon so u can come to cocopah!!!!!! well hope ur doing well nitalia. stay strong. lots of hope. and happy easter!
love,hugs and prayers
hayley
Hi there Conti’s!
We sent you an email when we came home from your house the other night but I don’t see it so I will re-write it – we had SO much fun seeing you at the store, and then at your house. Alyssa loves playing with all of you, and boy can your mom cook! Clams and pasgetti! YUM! Nitalia, it was good to see you scarf down three helpings!! YOU GO GIRL! Anyway, just wanted to tell you thanks for the fun, and we hope you have a wonderful and blessed Easter.
In HIM, ALL THINGS are possible – HE is the maker of all miracles, and YOU Miss Nitalia, are one of them!!
We love you lots xoxooxoxox
Ms Fabulous and Ms Fabulous JR!
hey nitalia how r u i really want to see u can u email me so tht we can see each other:) see you soon!!!
Hi Nitalia and Family,
We hope you are getting settled now that you are back home. There is no place like home. Your grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins can come visit you more frequently now. I’m sure Aviona and Isabella must be getting back into the swing of things at school. It’s hard to believe, school will be out for the summer soon!!!!! YIPPEE!!! We hope you are feeling well and regaining your strength everyday. Always know we are praying for you and sending you POSITIVE thoughts and energy. I went to your church today and lit candles for you and said some prayers. Keep your amazing POSITIVE attitude, HAPPY thoughts, and LOTS of laughter…it is all so healing. We will try to come over soon to visit you…we have a few things to give you. We will write to you again soon.
Lots and lots of love and great BIG HUGS to all of you,
Mrs. Blecker, Mr. Blecker, Aaron, and Daniel
Hey Nitalia,
What a day! What a day! What a day! To hear you play your violin over the phone was magical and simply beautiful. I have never heard -”The Dance of the Sugarplum Faries,”played more beautifully. You are OVER THE TOP, my Darling! Somehow I can never get over your magnificance in all that you do. You boggle our minds with sheer amazement. But then again we should never be too surprised in anything that you do, because YOU are superior, my Sweet. Thank you, thank you, thank you for always making us feel so very proud. I loved talking to you on the phone today, Sweetheart, you sound so happy. I also heard how hard you are working in OT and PT. Your therapists are amazed by your strength and your determination as well. Thank you, Jesus for always being by her side every step of the way. We know and are thrilled that her miracle is in full bloom. Well, I’m learning that the Easter Bread is almost gone and I will have to start kneading more bread very soon. Next week I intend to begin working on that for you. Just be a little patient, since I am working very hard in my yard in the flower beds at this time. Right now the grass is so green and the flowers are so vibrant. To look outside, it is so fresh and colorful that it just brings such joy to our hearts. God is so good, nature is simply His beautiful artwork at a glance. By the way, I also heard about your fabulous appetite! Way to go, Girl! Remember that we are italian and we sure do know how to.” manje bene”! Well, my Sweet, please give everyone hugs and kisses from me and always know I am always with you in spirit.
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, prayers,
Nannie and “Pop from Heaven”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Nitalia,
WOW!!!! You should be so very proud of yourself….now playing the violin!!! What an accomplishment girl!!!! You see what DETERMINATION and POSITIVE attitude can do for all of us!!! AMAZING…You just keep jumping hurdles everyday!!! You keep that STRONG, POSITIVE attitude with a beautiful SMILE on your face!!! EVERYDAY!!!! I continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers…You are an AMAZING young lady Nitalia….I will write again soon…Have a FABULOUS Friday!!!
Lots of love,
Mrs. Blecker
Dear Nitalia,
It was SO GOOD to see you in church this morning! I have been thinking of you and this morning, before Mass began, you came to mind again. So, seeing you was a wonderful surprise. You have been in my prayers. My grandnephew Dominic attends R.E. at Blessed Sacrament and he prays for you, too. We went to the benefit at the yogurt shop and we saw you and spoke to you through the magic of the computer.
I am grateful to your Mom for the bracelet. I put it on right away and I am happy to wear it. You, as well as your family, remain in my thoughts and prayers. Keep up your positive attitude and your faith in Jesus, the Divine Healer. I will look for you at church. God bless you!
Anne Marie
Heyy Lil miss gigles, lil miss sunshine and lil miss chatterbox,
How are you guys?!!! I had so much fun with you guys thursday and Friday!! Playing board games. the wii, an awesome dinner(thank you mrs.blecker) and yummy cucpcakes, and watching some of 50 first dates!!! I had a wonderful time and cant wait to come ovr again!! Bob is amazing, myrdle is amazinger than bob and toby is terrific!!!!!!! we love you too mable!!!
LOVE,HUGS,PRAYERS,
lil miss freckles/lil miss megilicudi!!!!
Dear Nitalia,
It was SO GOOD to see you in church this morning! You look great! You have been in my thoughts and prayers. Just before Mass began, you came to mind. So, it was a wonderful surprise to see you.
My grandnephew Dominic is in first grade R.E. class at Blessed Sacrament. He prays for you and will be disappointed when I tell him that I saw you. He could not attend the 10:15 mass because he went to a Diamondbacks game. Both of us saw you and talked to you via the amazing computer when we went to the Yogurt Builderz benefit for you.
I am grateful to your Mom for giving me one of your bracelets. I put it on right away and will continue to proudly wear it with thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Keep up your positive attitude and trust in Jesus, the Divine Healer. You are a brave girl and an inspiration to all. God bless you and your family.
Anne Marie Long
Hey Nitalia,
Well, as promised, the Easter Bread is baked, wrapped, and ready to go to the post office today!! All six loaves are going to be flying to your door just as soon as possible. Also, as I mentioned to Mommy, I am sending a beautiful rosary which was blessed by our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI. This rosary was given to you by a Holy Rosary Choir member, named Mary Jane Bauman, however, she said that they are to be given from the entire choir. What a beautiful and kind jesture of sheer thoughtfulness and love!! God is so good to surround us with His love through the many spiritual people we know right where we live. Also, I am sending a Crosier Cross Necklace of Pope John Paul II and a Crosier Cross Necklace of Pope Benedict XVI for each of your darling sisters. The Crosier Crucifix is very special and I am sending an explantion of it’s origin. I’m sure they will love them as I do. Yesterday, I loved talking to you and hearing about your EXCELLENT grades you received from your homebound teacher. YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY SUPERIOR AND BRILLIANT!! Thank you JESUS for our beautiful NITALIA and her glorious accomplishments. YOU make us more than proud, we are ecstatic!! I hope my spelling is correct, since my spell check is off at this time. Well, Saturday, May 2nd, Marisa will be confirmed at Holy Rosary during the 5:00 P.M. mass. We are thrilled and excited for this event. I will cantor that mass with the choir and I can’t thank God enough for this privilege. Now, Isabella, will be next in line for confirmation, then all of you will have that sacred and blessed sacrament. How lucky we are to be so blessed with our faith and so close to God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, and the Blessed Mother. They are the core in our life. Oh, and of course we must also be grateful for all the angels and saints, too. I hope I am not being to piux
Hey Nitalia,
I am so sorry, I don’t know what happened, but all of a sudden I went off your site and I was not finished with my blog. I was saying that I hope I was not being too pius or too holy, when BAM–I went off without my final ending. My Darling, I am going to be on my way and get that Easter Bread to the post office. Please give hugs and kisses to everyone for me and allow them to love you back.
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, prayers,
Nannie and “Pop from Heaver”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Dear Nitalia,
Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you today. Olivia had such fun playing Ty Girlz with you. I think you are the fastest texter that she has every texted with!! She couldn’t keep up and got the giggles each time the phone chimed!!
Hope you are having a great day. I am so proud of you.
xoxo,
Mrs. Kirke
P.S. I know that if Kennedy wasn’t at school, she would have me type that she wants you to hug your dogs for her. We went to Build-A-Bear yesterday and she named her new bear “Isabella”.:-)
Hi Nitalia,
It was so so good to see you today!! You look and are doing FABULOUS as always!!! Which doesn’t surprise any of us!! I had so much fun listening to your stories and laughing with you and your mom. How lucky you are to have such a funny mom, dad, and sisters….laughter is so good for everyone!!! I plan to go to church on Friday to light candles and pray for you and everyone else on my list….boy oh boy is it a long list. I will touch base with you again soon…you keep up the good work in PT, OT, and last but not least….your schoolwork!! Can’t leave that out!! Have a TERRIFIC Thursday…keep that beautiful smile, positive attitude, and energy!!!!!
Love,
Mrs. Blecker
Hey Nitalia,
Well, with complete joy, Marisa is confirmed and we rejoice in this blessed event. Now, we are all ten pounds heavier due to the magnificent dinner party for her. Everyone had a wnderful time celebrating in her honor and she was as happy as a lark. I am so greatful because now as I mentioned before, when Isabella receives this sacrament, all of my grandchildren will have received their confirmation. THANK YOU, JESUS! I’m hearing about your appetite which is slow on the draw at this time. Remember to always breathe in Jesus and exhale all your concerns and worries should you have any of them. He will always help you, as you know, with ANYTHING. So while you are eating, breathe Him in and allow Him to help you with your appetite. I know that you can do anything, my Darling, you have proven that to each and everyone of us. Try not to think about the food, but concentrate on feeding your machine, which Nannie Fonte (my mother) would always tell us. She would always say, ” You know the car can not run without fuel–you must eat!” Nannie Fonte was so full of wisdom in just about anything at all. Another thing she would always say to us was,” If you don’t use your head, you will have to use your feet.” I always loved her words of wisdom, they have often helped me all through my life. Yesterday, after mass at Holy Rosary, I gave one of your bracelets to Deacon Ray, who is a very powerful and prayerful member of our parish. His prayers work wonders and I know they will help you. Oh, I am once again so thrilled to hear of your excellent shcoolwork and how you are amazing your OT and PT teachers with your strength and endurance. You are the Queen of Possibilities! YOU REALLY CAN DO ANYTHING YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO DO! Do you know that most people do not have that stamina nor capacity to do that? Many people often give up too easily—NOT YOU, MY DARLING, YOU ARE THE QUEEN! I really think you should box your drive, determination, and motivation and sell this gift to everyone you meet. You would become a true millionaire in no time at all. I AM SOOO PROUD OF YOU!!! I pray today is just perfect for you in every way and at the end of the day you loved every minute. Stay strong, my Sweet, and please give everyone hugs and kisses for me. Please know how much I love you and miss all of you. KEEP ON KEEPIN ON!
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, prayers,
Nannie and “Pop from Heaven”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Welll we are waiting for some great updates on how you are feeling. Let us know what is going on in your life. We think of you often and drive by but do not want to disturb. Take care and eat papa eat is what i tell my kids (remember the santa movie?) My boys laugh at me when I say this. May you get stronger and healthier. Take care my friend.
Mrs. Willits and Crew
Hi Nitalia,
It’s me Olivia. Just checking in. I hope you are feeling better. Can’t wait to see you again. text me when you want to. I am always available for you:-):-). Maybe we could play together this summer. Did you go in your pool yet? It is getting warmer and warmer. Did you have your tutor today. Text me!!!!!
Ta! Ta!
Olivia
Hi Nitalia,
So glad you are feeling good. Wow….swimming on Saturday…WooHoo!!! Unbelievable girl…..you can do anything with the determination you have. Keep that POSITIVE attitude and BEAUTIFUL smile…ALWAYS…along with a lot of LAUGHING……Hope you have a GREAT day today…Talk to you all soon…..Tell your sisters, mom and dad I say hello……Have a MARVELOUS Monday!!!!!!
Love—Mrs. Blecker
WELLLL HEELLLLOOOOO MY PPEERRFFEECCTT P-E-A-C-H!!!
Yes, yes it’s your FAVORITE Aunt Meesi back from beyond. I know I am sooooo sorry I haven’t written you like I should but it has been so crazy here at the plant with it closing and all – NO EXCUSES!! We are left here with a skeleton crew to close her down and believe it or not I am one of the skeletons – I like to call myself a “fluffy skeleton”. Anywho I hope you are having a fabulous week – I tried calling a couple of times but you guys must be busy running around with school ending soon. The Mancini’s have about 5 weeks and counting – Giff has it down to the day! I can’t hardly wait myself!!! The weather has FINALLY broke, today it is sunny and the temp is 83 degrees – whoooo hooooo!!! My toes have been just achin to get out in my open toed toes HOWEVER they alway start out just a little bit funky in the beginning of the season. The Mancini house is all a buzz with Aliza Jane’s birthday on Saturday – she will be the big 22!!! We are having a cook-out for Memorial Day at Nan’s so we will celebrate with a party there for her – kind of a 2fer! Billy gets his top braces off on June 1 – what an accomplishment that is – no more accordians for him
The Giffer has just begun with hers but already I see a big difference in her summer teeth! As for me, I started a new exercise program and needless to say Aunt Mees can’t walk or sit without squeeling just a little bit. I don’t know who I think I am – Oh yeah I can do that no problem – NOT!!!!!!! Hopefully by the time I see you, I will be tall, skinny with a little butt – I can dream can’t I????? Well my darling, I must get back to work, Dino is waiting – give my love to all especially my perfect peachettes, Cletus and Hobbety. Always remember I am with you each and every day!!! Keep on Keepin on – My Charging Challoopa!!!! You are our walking miracle and I am amazed by you each and every day!! Stay strong, eat and be happy!! I love you more than you will ever know and miss you even more than that!!
YOU ARE SOOOO AMAZING MY CHALLOOPPA EATING PEACH!!!!!
Love me tender,
)
Sore Aunt Meesi, The Almost 22 Aliza Jane, Billy and his Braceless Pancreas and The Giffer and her Mirror (I can’t get her out of the Bathroom
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Dear Nitalia,
Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you. Perhaps I thought of you because you are so incredible, so sweet, so strong, or maybe…just maybe.. because it is lunch time and what I wouldn’t do for a cup of yogurt!!! Can’t believe you didn’t go without us. You are too sweet. We are around all weekend, so if you get even the slightest craving for yogurt, PLEASE CALL US!!:-):-). Hope you are having a great day!
Love,
Mrs. Kirke
Hi Nitalia,
I haven’t written in a few days. I know you are doing so well. I text either you or your mom everyday and check in to see how you are. You are doing FANTASTIC. I know you like to laugh, so I will touch base with you and see when I can stop by next week and laugh with you. That Aunt Meesi, she is so, so funny. She is a comedian and doesn’t even realize it!!! If she comes for a visit, I would love to meet her. She seems to love to laugh and have fun…sounds like a few other people I know!! I will be lighting candles tomorrow and saying many prayers…you keep that POSITIVE UPBEAT attitude..and remember..laughter is the best medicine along with a beautiful smile. Talk with you soon…
Lots of love—Mrs. Blecker
Hello Nitalia,
I havent written in awhile so there is a bunch of stuff to catch up on.
One more day of school left!!!!! I am so excited!! How are you doing?? I need your moms cell phone number again so we can text because i got a new phone and i have no ones numbers. I know you have an awesome summer coming up!! I am going to Hawaii,Minnesota and California. Hopefully i will be able to see you soon. I have still been praying every day! You are so strong!! Bob is amazing!! Myrdle is amazinger than Bob and Nitalia is the amazingest along with Avionna and Isabella!! I miss you guys!! Well talk to you later. I hope to hang out over the summer and maybe go swimming and stuff. Txt me on my phone. Still have the same number!! You need to update the site with all the pictures we took.
Prayers and Love,
Kendall
Well HELLO My P-E-R-F-E-C-T PEACH!!!
Aunt Meesi here once again!!! Hope you had a fantabulous weekend! Well, it’s Monday – EWWEEE!! Yeah, I know suck it up Aunt Mees. Anywho, today begins your first official week of summer vacation – WHOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOO!!! I bet EVERY kid in Arizona has a toothy grin – I know I would
Speaking of toothy grins, Billy got his top braces off this morning and all I can say to you is bye bye brace face and hello to those GINORMOUS STRAIGHT TEETH!! Yes his darling “WHO” teeth are back but NOW they are straight and perfect AND without any accordians!! What an accomplishment – 2 down, 1 to go – Aunt Meesi shoulda married an Orthodontist – ahh shoulda, woulda, coulda! The weather here has been absolutely perfect – just like you Peach!! Yesterday, Andy, the kids and I went down the shore to visit one of his friends who owns a vineyard. It was so amazing – vines as far as the eye could see and the house they live in was built in the early 1800′s and they have converted it into a Bed and Breakfast. It was positively amazing! Well except for 1 minor thing – the Giffer drove a golf cart right through the wall of a building!!! No I am NOT kidding!! Nobody was hurt, well except maybe the wall – which now has a homemade window!! Needless to say, Giffy won’t be getting her license till the cows come home or pigs grow wings!!! Art was wonderful about it and said not to worry about a thing – yeah right – I bet we never see him again! Andy is going down on Wednesday to help him fix it – my hero! Aliza Jane has been shopping like a madwoman for the big European trip. I keep telling her to save her money and she swears she’s not buying alot HOWEVER I keep finding price tags shoved under the bed along with numerous shopping bags and receipts! What is it with these kids and shoving stuff under the bed – now I know where Giffy gets it from!! As for Aunt Mees – exercise, exercise, exercise however, I don’t think it’s working since I almost knocked myself out yesterday with my Bye Bye Betties waving goodbye to Art and Cindy! I guess I’m gonna have to go back to Billy Blanks and kick boxing – grrrrr!
Well it’s time for Aunt Meesi to get back to work – Dino needs to be fed and walked!!! I miss you so much and can’t wait to see you – it’s one month from TOMORROW!!!!!! I’m counting down the days my Gorgeous Gordita!! Please give my love to all especially my precious peachettes – Hello Cletus!! Hello Hobbity!! Remember, I am always with you my darling – Keep on keepin on my Cherished Challoopa!! I miss you SOOOOO much and love you even more!!!!
You are so amazing my 2 CINNABON EATING PEACH!!!!!
Love me tender,
Aunt Meesi and her Betties, Aliza Jane the Shopaholic, Billy and his Braceless Pancreas and The Giffer aka THE TERMINATOR
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hey nitalia!
havent talked to u in awile!! YEAH ITS SUMMER!!! hope ur having a fun summer and i hope i get to c ur beautiful face in seventh grade
lots of love,
hayley
Hey Nitalia,
I keep hearing all the good news about your fantabulous physical achievements. My Lord, I am so thrilled to hear how you are jogging, galloping, hopscotching, and treadmilling in OT and PT. In addition your eating habits are becoming more and more in the italian tradition. BRAVO!! My Darling, nothing makes me happier than to hear how marvelous you are doing. Everyone I know loves hearing about you and how well you are doing. Recently, I missed mass for several weeks due to a very stubborn upper respiratory infection. Well, when I finally got to mass last sunday, many, many parishners came running up to me and said, ” Hi Suzanne, how is Nitalia?” I got the biggest kick out of the whole matter, since all they seemed to care about was your progress. They all reminded me how you are in their prayers every single day! God bless them all for such concern and dedication to your needs. By the way, no one asked how I was doing—I just loved it!!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK ON YOUR MIRACULOUS JOURNEY, YOU ARE AN UPLIFT AND AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US!!! Well, I must tell you that I have been very busy in my yard. Every bush and shrub is getting a major haircut. I feel a little like Edward Scissorhands, however, without the creative sculpturing. When I get the trimmer in my hands everything needs to watch out because I become a little bit obsessive with too much determination. My boy, Boo, just follows me around and watches me always from a shaddy spot nearby. I often wonder what he is thinking as I shave everything down in my pathway. Well, we are one month away from our european trip. How exciting it is to know that we will all be together very shortly, then off we go to Italy, France, England, and Switzerland. We have so much to look forward to on this venture. What thrills me even more is that we will all be together! Oh, my I am getting too excited for words, my Sweet. THANK YOU JESUS!!!We are so blessed in so many ways, aren’t we, my Darling?? Please give everyone my love and know that I am alway with you in spirit.
Love, love, love, and prayers, prayers, prayers,
Nannie and “Pop from Heaven”
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Hi Nitalia— I am so glad you continue to do so well with everything. You have made so much progress with that determination and positive attitude you have. I must say, I am so proud of you! It sounds like from your Nannie Lingo..you and your family have a great trip planned to Europe. How exciting is that!! I bet you will do a lot of laughing on this trip…you have a lot of funny people going along with you. It is so good that you will be spending so much time with your Nannie, Aunt Meesi, and all of your cousins, as well as your sisters and Mom and Dad. I continue to light candles for you each week. Those miraculous healing candles send you a lot of strength and many, many blessings. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers each day. Keep your AMAZING POSITIVE attitude. I will write again soon.
Love–Mrs. Blecker