Some early pics of Holly...in the newspapers :)
 

I got these out to scan...so I figured that I'd share. I hope that you enjoy them. Man...that was a long time ago! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/blush.gif

June 3rd, 1991...Holly's first birthday party https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/smile.gif




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Part two (for the most part)-the part that is missing says..."only she has a new heart!" https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/tongue.gif

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Cool shots Bruce! Ain't it like kids to play with the wrappings instead of the toy!!!! LOL

Great stuff. What a CUTIE!!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Here's Holly celebrating her 3rd birthday...with some goof https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/tongue.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/tongue.gif (BTW, the newspaper got it wrong...the donor was a girl https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/frown.gif )

June 7th, 1993!

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Finally...Holly on her own...promoting the California Kids Plates. We actually got to tour Sacramento with then Assemblywoman Jacquie Speier(the author of the bill)as well.

October 26th, 1994! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif



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Cool pics Bruce!!

Paul

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That hug picture......is very, very nice. I would tell you that you are a lucky man, but I think you know that many times over.

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Not embarrassed to say how moved I am.

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Very nice story and pictures Bruce.. You are a lucky Dad with a special Daughter.. God Bless..

Rich

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Thats a nice story. Having three kids of my own, I can't imagine what you guys must have went through. You must be very proud of her.

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Bruce, Don't know what to say but congrats. I can not begin to imagine. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif
Grady https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...BruceRocks.gif

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Wow Bruce. Even though I've known the story about Holly it sure is eye opening to read these news clips. What the three of you went through is incredible. Not many families have the unique bond that you and your family have. This is a great story with a happy ending. Thanks for sharing it with us as it helps appreciate what we have.
Tell Lynn and Holly I said Hi!!!!
Later Buddy,
Dave L.
SoCal

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Thank you Bruce, you just made my day!

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Bruce. The pictures say it all!!!!!!!!!!
Gene

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Very, very cool, Bruce! What an amazing story.

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Great uplifting story.....Thanks Bruce and the "Star"..Holly ..........

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Remarkable story, very inspiring. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ouguysrock.gif

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A great story about some GREAT people. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...BruceRocks.gifBenny

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What a wonderful story! That "hug" picture is the BEST! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif

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Bruce and Lynn, you have one special daughter and for us one very special friend who we like to call our step daughter. LOL She is quite an amazing young lady not only in what she has overcome but in what she continues to do with her life and not let this slow her down one bit. I can't give all the credit to her as she also has some remarkable parents! Thanks to all the years that were given to all of you from the donor.
Rick and Annie

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I am glad that you guys enjoyed it. Like one of the PM's that I got...it helps to fill in some of the 'back story' as well.

Also remember that our own SC69Sam also has a child that was given the gift of life as well...this is one part of the power of God that is truly amazing.

It was good for me to revisit this again...as we sometimes forget where we came from...I had a good cry myself! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/frown.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

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It's been a pleasure to meet this entire family and spend time with them. If you ever wonder how a 'family' should work, just sit back and watch Bruce, Lynn and Holly. We can all take a few lessons.

I think I'll call my kids now.

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Bruce, What a heart-warming story. Glad you shared it. Makes you count your blessings.

Phil Woj

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Bruce,what a great story. It's made my day. Congrates Bruce. Kim https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Wow Bruce ! This is all news to me . What an inspirational story . Thanks for sharing your families history and you wonderful daughters story for all of us who had no idea .

I am a little mad at my son right now and was going to ride him like Zorro today , but after reading this I think I will just give him a hug and tell him I love him… he is going to give me the Scooby Doo double take like “ what the heck is going on “ but you know what , I just can’t be mad today https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/smile.gif

Jackie Speier is a super nice lady and is my sisters neighbor. Very well liked in our town

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Van...awesome! I'll have to scan another pic that you can take to your sister to give to Jackie. Jackie is sure an inspiration!

From Wikipedia...but I already knew this https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

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Congressional aide
Main article: Leo Ryan
Speier served as a congressional staffer for Congressman Leo Ryan. Speier was part of the November 1978 fact-finding mission to investigate allegations of human rights abuses by the Reverend Jim Jones and his Peoples Temple followers, almost all of whom were American citizens who had moved to Jonestown with Jones in 1977 and 1978.[6] Speier was one of only two members of the mission who were concerned enough about potential violence to make out a will before traveling to Jonestown.[11] Several Peoples Temple members ambushed the investigative team and others boarding the plane to leave Jonestown on November 18. Five people died, including Congressman Ryan. While attempting to shield herself from rifle and shotgun fire behind small airplane wheels with the other members of the team, Speier was shot five times and waited 22 hours before help arrived.[12] The murder of Congressman Ryan was the only assassination of a Congressman in the line of duty in the history of the United States. [13]

That same day, over 900 of the remaining members of the Peoples Temple died in Jonestown and Georgetown. Among historic mass suicides, it was the largest such event in over 1,900 years


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I just got in touch with Jackie's aide to try and have Jacquie call us...as I wanted to share a few pics with Jacquie of what Holly looks like now! I haven't heard back yet...

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Wow Bruce...even knowing Holly's story I had serious goosebumps reading these newsclippings!.
How about posting one of your beautiful girl's grad pics again?.

Like Van, one of my lads was destined for some serious discipline when I'm home from work tonight...he's not quite off the hook yet but will have no idea any leniency is a result of dad's dumb car-site!.

Love the hugs shot best too!.

~ Pete
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What a reminder of how precious life really is. May God continue to bless you and your family.

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Amazing girl...and amazing parents...That is great!
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Why don't we all make sure we tell at least ( 5 ) friends how improtant it is to be a DONOR.
...I know I will!

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" Holly Blythe laughed and waved as her daddy took pictures "

go figure !! thanks for the great "feel good" story Bruce......you and your entire family are inspirations for all of us !!!! im glad to have met you all !!

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Amazing girl...and amazing parents...That is great!
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Why don't we all make sure we tell at least ( 5 ) friends how improtant it is to be a DONOR.
...I know I will!

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X 100 https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

Ken https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif

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Wow Bruce...even knowing Holly's story I had serious goosebumps reading these newsclippings!.
How about posting one of your beautiful girl's grad pics again?.

Like Van, one of my lads was destined for some serious discipline when I'm home from work tonight...he's not quite off the hook yet but will have no idea any leniency is a result of dad's dumb car-site!.

Love the hugs shot best too!.

~ Pete
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Okay...If you want... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif

Grad day '09 all grown up!

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Bruce,

Thanks for sharing those clippings! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif

I LOVED reading Holly's story and seeing her as a baby...and that "hug" picture is AWESOME!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...BruceRocks.gif

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Bruce,
What an incredible story. If that does not put things in perspective nothing will! Love the pictures https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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You, Lynn, and Holly are all so blessed. What a heart-warming story and fabulous pics to go along. May your success story give us all a new perspective on our day to day lives. You have inspired me to take the time from an otherwise busy evening to stop...think...and remember what is REALLY important. THANK YOU BRUCE! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...BruceRocks.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif

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Bruce, thanks so much for sharing that with the crew here. That's such a heart warming story. We all are blessed with a lot of good things and it's good to take the time to reflect on that. Over time, things that seemed to be the bleakest can be viewed in a different light after time passes and then we realize just how blessed we are. About 9 years ago my wife and I were expecting twins and we lost one of them at 13 weeks and the other a couple two weeks later. We were devastated and couldn't understand why God had chosen this path for us. Then two years later we understood. We were expecting again and this time the docs told us instead of twins we were going to be having triplets instead. My wife and I were so overcome with such joy and emotion. We understood the plan that was in place and things happen for a reason. They are almost 8 now, healthy, smart and just such a treat to be around.

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[b] Very, Very touching Bruce!!

The miracles of life today - How blessed your family is to live in these times - Thank God!!

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This thread is great Bruce! Certainly made me feel better.

Appreciated the phone call on, I think, Wednesday too! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gif

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Bruce, what a great story, thanks for sharing. Judi and I are proud to call you and yours our friends.

Don