Thank you for visiting my pages.

I would love it if you would add to this guestbook we are keeping!
Just drop my Aunt an email and she will add your comment as soon at possible!
Please let us know where you are from!

Add an entry

From a friend of Grandma Pat's

Stay tough and fight hard, little buddy. There are lots of us out here who care about you and send you warm wishes, hugs and lots of prayers go up in your behalf.

Madolyn Courter
Another grandma in Russellville, MO

Hello Zack,

Hey buddy! It was a privilege to being one of the student nurses to care for you during your recovery from your recent operation at Children's Hospital. Although, you may not remember this nursing student I will never forget you. Your internal strength and awesome personality are unforgettable. Oh, and one more thing those parents of yours are really special people. Take care of them won't you!

Best Wishes,
Ryan M.

Hi Zack

Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed your News from Home. Congratulations on your A's and perfect attendance. Excellent! See you in May so we can go to a Cardinal's game together! And we want to see those Clydesdale Horses!! Love you and can't wait for more news from you....

Love Uncle Art, Aunt Mary and Beau

Thank you so much for the update on Zack. I really enjoyed seeing him on video, after seeing him in photos over the last 6 years or so. His Aunt Mary Crane first told me about him when he was about 3, I guess. He sure is a special little guy. I can tell that God has big plans for him. I pray for Zack on every occasion I think of him, and I greatly enjoy keeping up with his progress.

Thank you again for sharing the news!

Dusty Cook
Dynamic Plumbing
Pasadena


Hey Zack, thanks for coming down to University City Fire Department last night and eating dinner with us. It was a great time and I hope you enjoyed the ride in the Ladder Truck. You can come here anytime you want and ride in the trucks, just remember to bring your helmet with you. Have a great time at the telethon this weekend and make sure you tell your parents to bring you back to U. City real soon.

See you soon......
Steve Olshwanger
Fire Chief
City of University City Fire Department

Hey Zach,
I hope you are doing well and gaining all kinds of weight of course!! I definitely need to get out and see you, I miss you very much!! Lathyn's getting ready to go into 2nd grade this fall and Aubrey's finishing her last year of pre-k, can you believe she's going to be in kindergarten next year? I hope to see you before the summer's over!! Have a wonderful summer Zachary!

Destiny

Hey buddy, just wanted to say Hi.. It was so good to see you down at the Lake. It was fun to get to hang out with you and your mom and dad. I hope all is good. Take care.

Dennis and Jon.
Local 1371
Consolidated Fire Dist. 2
NE Johnson Co. Ks.

Hello Zack,

It was so wonderful meeting you and your wonderful parents Sunday at the Christmas party!!! I know Fredbird is a little crazy, but it's all in fun! Hope you enjoyed him! You are such an amazing young boy...WOW! You definitely can do anything you set your mind to-that's for sure! Keep smiling and shining bright, leaving a mark wherever you go! Not many can forget someone as special as you! It was a pleasure meeting you Sunday! Oh...and the next Cardinals game you attend with Mom and Dad, keep an eye out for some t-shirts headed your way...I have a better aim than most people think-ha!ha! Tell mom and dad hello for me! Keep in touch!

Your Friend,

Annie Gitto (Team Fredbird)

Hello Zack,

I met you yesterday at Gateway International Raceway. I was in the Bugeye Technologies booth. That's the booth where you went in the air conditioned trailer to drive the simulator. While you were racing I was talking to your mom. My brother-in-law, Mike, owns Bugeye. He told me about your website. WOW!! It is a very full site and I have thoroughly enjoyed it this morning. I like the newsletters, the photos, and I played some of the games! What fun!

Looking at all the pictures of everything you have done wore me out! You sure are an active boy! It looks like you have been to some fun and exciting places. I see you are a HUGE racing fan. I love racing too and have since I was about your age (and I am WAY older than that now!). I even had my own racing set too with lots of track and lots of neat looking cars (today those real cars are antiques). I also love rodeos, bullriding, and the St. Louis Cardinals!!

I have watched the MDA telethon for many years and usually make a donation. I song Jerry Lewis always sings at the end "You'll Never Walk Alone", has been a special song to me and to family members ever since I started watching the telethon. Last year I was in the local MDA Lock-up. Every year I am very proud of what the Firefighters do for MDA. You see, my dad is a retired firefighter from the St. Louis County area of Affton. He retired as a Captain after 37years. So, I grew up with a lot of firefighters in my life. Then, when I got married, my husband became a volunteer firefighter in the 2 small towns we have lived in. He was even chief for a lot of years. He helped out in alot of Fill the Boot days.

I also am a physical therapist. I know you know all about that!

After reading the information and looking at all the pictures on your website, I think it is so AWESOME to see all the great experiences you have had in your young life!! I think your parents, family, and friends are so awesome for enabling you to participate in all of these things. You are truly an inspiration!! You are a real HERO and a role model for all.

I enjoyed meeting you yesterday. I hope we meet again. I will continue to look for news and more pictures of you on your website.

Oh yeah, I have NEVER seen a bathroom quite like yours. It is the coolest!!

Take care and may God be with you.

Christie Stockton
Belle, Missouri
Saturday, July 29, 2006

Hello Zach, Saturday July 15. 2006

I'm Joseph Vocino(or what people call me know Joey) the brother of Matthew Vocino!! You have us in some of your pictures over the years. Just so you know who I am just look in your photo book under the years 1999 and 2001. But me and my brother have grown a lot more.Know I am turning 12 on July 24, and Matthew will be turning 10 on April 30!!

I am very pleased to be writing to you and one day I would love to meet you!

Bye for now, Joseph Vocino

Hi Zack it's Alex, Matthew's father.
Matthew has the same yours cmd with merosin deficiency.
Happy to see more news and picture on your site. You and Matthew are very similar in the happiness you give to others and also in
your cmd. Next july probably Matthew will have to put in his mouth the things to enlarge the upper teeth. He always has a manual wheelchair
but he can move by himself not for a long way. Maybe he needs an electric wheelchair, what do you think? We don't know even becouse it is very heavy and we don't have
our car prepared to lift an heavy wheelchair, so at the moment we don't think to buy one, but we know that maybe this will help Matthew to be more indipendent like as you are.
We will see. In two weeks Matthew will end the first year of primary school, he can read (not so fast) and he can write (capital characters) and we are very proud of him. Still going to swim twice a week and we change the physiotherapy. We are going in a centre only 6 km. from us instead of 30 km. Once a week but every day I strecht his muscle to keep muscle straight.
If you are going to plan a trip in Italy, just let me know: we can spent some days together.

Bye
Alex and Matthew and all the family, my wife Marina, and Chiara, Paola and David, Matthew's sisters and brother.

Hello Zach. I am a firefighter serving with the US ARMY in Afghanistan. I am not being a firefighter out here but I hope to when I get back. I hope you are doing very well and you are betting bigger and stronger every day. I will pray a special prayer for you and you be good for your parents..

Sgt Todd Bamford

Selerno, Afghanistan.

Hi Zach,
Bethany's Nan here,hope you are doing well. Just wanted to thank you for putting Beth's link back on your site. Bye for now.

Janet.UK
Thursday, March 30, 2006

Hello Zach! I sent another entry, but I was telling a story about how I met you and your mom and dad. I just wanted to say hello and I hope you had fun at the Monster Truck show last weekend. Your mom said that you started getting sick at the PBR event and that broke my heart that you didn’t get to stay and see it all. I know you were really excited about it. But hey, you stole the hearts of all those cowboys at the hotel! You were the star buddy. They were all coming to you to say “hello” and give you their autographs and taking pictures with you. You are an incredible young man Zach. You touched my heart and I want to thank you for inspiring me to be a better person and to go out and live life for every minute it is there. I enjoyed meeting you and hanging out with you so much. Thank you again for letting me hang my jacket on your chair too. J That made it easier on me…lol. Well, I’ll be keeping in touch. You take care of yourself and I hope you are feeling better and you are out taking on the world again real soon!

Your Friend, Kellie
Friday, March 3, 2006 7:08 AM

Hello. I met Zach last weekend and I fell in love with him. It was a very funny situation really. My husband and I drove to Saint Louis to attend the Professional Bull Riding event and on Saturday morning there was a “meet and greet” and the hotel and I wanted to get autographs from some of my favorite bull riders. I went up to the ballroom to get in line, and I was lucky enough to get right behind Zach and his parents. I started talking to him about who his favorite cowboy was and spent a lot of time just listening to him talk to his mom and dad and was just becoming smitten with this sweet young man in his wheelchair. He had stickers all over his chair for Nascar, PBR and other things that he enjoys. The whole time we were in line, I kept thinking that Mary, his mom, looked very familiar to me. We were in line together for over an hour and then proceeded into the room where the cowboys were. Zach let me hang my coat on his chair so I wouldn’t have to carry it. They were all such nice people to hang out with. I enjoyed watching the excitement in Zach’s eyes as he met the cowboys and got their autographs and some photos. He was just amazing. Afterwards I thanked them for letting me hang out with them and went downstairs to find my “missing” husband. We decided to eat lunch down there. A few minutes later, Zach and his parents showed up and they ended up sitting at a table next to us and it was then that Mary asked my husband if he was in Scottsdale Arizona last summer and it hit me that I did know her! It was so funny. We met last July at a computer conference and I knew she looked familiar and here we were in Saint Louis and ended up meeting again. The only difference was that this time I got to meet Zach. He touched my heart so much and I just fell in love with him. I contacted Mary when we returned and she sent me Zach’s web page. I am going to pass it along and maybe I can get some people to help with his trust fund or something. He is such a fighter and wonderful child. He deserves the very best and I hope he has many more happy years left to live because he was a true example of someone who has courage and a positive outlook on life. He inspired me!
Kellie Phillips
Friday, March 3, 2006 7:04 AM


Merry Christmas 2005

Hello Zack. Hope you are doing well and also that Santa has trouble getting down the chimney because his sack is so stuffed full of goodies for you, your mom and dad. It was fun being with you in Las Vegas, seeing the PBR, and hanging out. Hope we can get together real soon. Have a wonderful Christmas and let’s hoop-it-up in 2006. I love you much. Uncle Fuzz.

George Avellar
Friday, December 23, 2005 9:35 AM

Hey Zack, its Craig Chille from the Fire Department of New York...hope you remember us. Glad to see you had such a great time on your latest trip. The pictures are great! Well, our prayers and thoughts are with you - if you're ever in NY come on over and pay us a visit.
Craig Chille - Ladder 87
FDNY
Craig Chille <L87chille@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2005 at 13:16:19 (MST)
Hi Zack how are you doing? I'm Alex, my son Matthew is 6 years old and he has a congenital muscular dystrophy with partial deficit of merosine. He is good, he doesn't have a wheelchair yet, by now he moves on a sit position or with some things (we call it tutori, tutor) on the legs that helps him to walk. He likes very much the water and he goes twice a week to swim. In the pool he stands without helps, he goes underwater to find objects and he can swim on his back (he has a suit that helps him not to go underwater while swimming and to preserve the body temparature becouse the water is about 30 degrees c./ 86 deg. f). He also has physiotherapy twice a week. I hope to hear from you and other friends from all over the world news on our cmd with merosin deficiency.
A big hug to you and say hello to your parents from Matthew, Alex, Marina (my wife), David (Matthew's brother), Chiara (Matthew's sister) and Paola (Matthew's sister) that she will born at the end of March.
CIAO
Alex <alessandro@lamail.it>
Milan, Italy - Tuesday, February 08, 2005 at 09:21:01 (MST)
Hi Zack,
My goodness you have grown since I last saw a picture. I got to also see a picture of your little cousin in Columbia. In about two years she will probably pester you constantly. You will have to learn to play dress up and dolls. Do you think you can handle that? Tell your Mom and Dad Larry and I said HI and if you ever get to Jefferson City stop by and see us.
Jan Sapp <Jsapp209@earthlink.net>
Jefferson City, MO USA - Monday, February 07, 2005 at 17:40:36 (MST)
Zach, Your mom and I used to work together. It is great to see you on the news and all that you have accomplished in your life, so far. God Bless you! Tell you mom and dad, I said hello.Jennifer Staley <jennbri@centurytel.net>
Warrenton, MO USA - Saturday, January 01, 2005 at 13:25:3
I was searching the web for merosin negative congenital muscular dystrophy and I came across your site. My son 17 mo old was just diagnosed with the same thing you have. I am just curious as to what the future holds for my son. Thank you for your web site I really need this.
Courtney Sanchez <courtney.sanchez@aurora.org>
Greenfield, wi USA - Monday, December 06, 2004 at 15:43:16 (MST)
Hi Zack, I found your site completely by accident. But I was so taken by your story and your pictures that I had to sign your guestbook. I can tell from the messages and the pictures how much you're loved and how great a kid you are. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, stay strong and be happy.
Sue Piasecki <sue.piasecki@worldnet.att.net>
Hopewell , NY USA - Sunday, November 14, 2004 at 18:33:29 (MST)
Hey Zach, I seen your web site today, Danielle & I hope you're enjoying school this year. Danielle really likes 1st Grade this year. She is going to be an Indian Girl for Halloween & her little brother Jacob is going to be a Cowboy. Hope you're doing well. Anna Pudiwitr
anna pudiwitr <annap@cuivre.com>
troy, mo USA - Thursday, October 21, 2004 at 15:00:13 (MDT)
Hey Zack.....We saw you on TV...You were great! Looks like camp was lots of fun. Can't wait to hear all about it....Love and Hugs
Uncle Art and Aunt Mary
Uncle Art and Aunt Mary
Spokane, WA USA - Tuesday, September 07, 2004 at 17:45:58 (MDT)

Hey Zack! Hope you had a good time at camp. Keep in touch buddy! Hope you hace a great summer.
Hiral Patel <jerzgal220@yahoo.com>
O'Fallon , MO USA - Wednesday, June 30, 2004 at 20:01:49 (MDT)

Hello, I was just visiting your website
Leanna
USA - Friday, June 25, 2004 at 06:42:11 (MDT)
Hi, Zack. This is my first time visiting your website. What a precocious young boy to have taken on this endeavor. I am a mom whose once little boy (now age 24) has MD, which he inherited from his dad's side of the family. His symptoms began to appear when he was pretty young. Much younger than his da
s or his dad's sister. As his mom,I have some idea of the difficulty of coping with the symptoms of this disease. I love my son with all my heart, just as your parents do you. I am encouraged by the good news regarding some of the reseach and new treatments. Even ones that may reverse the disease! What we all live for is hope. No matter who we are. It sounds, from reading the posts, that you have a wonderfully supportive family, Zack. And a very loving one. This is SO important.With all our combined efforts, we can fight this disease. And connecting to others who have it, and family members of who those who do, helps in making one feel they are not alone. And also, "There is strength through unity." I don't know how old you are. So I hope I am not talking in words that are not yet in your vocabulary. But your parents can help you out, in case I am. God bless you- and your family, Zack. I will look forward to visiting you here, again. Wish I could see your picture. And I wish you a great day, EVERY day. Congratulations of all your accomplishments. Warmly, Jan
Jan <jcoll4@hotmail.com>
Tampa, FL USA - Sunday, June 20, 2004 at 08:58:37 (MDT)
Dear Zach,
I love your website. I am looking forward to meeting you this week to talk about summer camp!! Have a good day.
Mary Pat Sueme <mpsd26@mizzou.edu>
St. Louis, MO USA - Monday, June 14, 2004 at 11:07:30 (MDT)
i dont knowwho you are. but cool little kid
hannah <angryyouth420@aol.com>
topeka, ks USA - Tuesday, June 01, 2004 at 13:51:27 (MDT)
Hi dear Zack! I was really move by your story. I happen to run into your website while i was looking for a case sudy for my assignment. You see I am a teacher for special kids like you and i want to know you more. i am hoping to help kids like you in my country. i can see that you are blessed with a wonderful family who loves you very much. please send me your newsletters to update me. i will be very happy to be your friend.
kristine <kristinepedro@yahoo.com>
CEBU CITY, Phillipines - Thursday, May 06, 2004 at 02:45:53 (MDT)
Zach-What else is there to say but that you are the truest definition of a HERO. You inspire myself and the brotherhood that I belong to.You are one of us Zach,keep up the hard work.

Take Care Buddy. Gene IAFF Local 1235
Gene Thomas <txf67@aol.com>
Englewood, OH USA - Saturday, April 03, 2004 at 21:27:27 (MST)
Big Zack,hope this letter finds you in great spirits.Just a quick note to say hello and to let you know the fella's of Local 4115 of the professional FF's union have you in our thoughts and prayers.looking forward to hearing more about your journeys and adventures.
Mr.Wilbur H Cope III
Wilbur Home Cope III <llhsems@yahoo.com>
Clearlake, Ca USA - Thursday, March 04, 2004 at 07:56:27 (MST)
Hey buddy,I'm happy that Spot returned to his best freind. Anything I can get you from Northeast Ohio,just let me know.Don't ever give up,and give Spot a hug and a biscuit from all of us. Don Mentor Firefighters Local 1845
Don Bednarik <fyrfiter@comcast.net>
Mentor, Oh USA - Friday, February 20, 2004 at 07:36:00 (MST)
Hello Big Fellow All FF's are brave and fierce fighters You Zack are one of the best GBU Keep on fighting
Captain Joe Williams <tigrefire21@yahoo.com>
Sydney IAFF 2779, NS Canada - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 at 23:23:50 (MST)
Hello Zack, you are a very brave boy and my heart goes out to you and from all of us out here at the Graton Volunteer Fire Dept., we wish you the best..
Todd Bamford <trbamford@yahoo.com>
Santa Rosa, Ca. USA - Wednesday, February 18, 2004 at 14:20:45 (MST)
Zack
Saw your story. You are a hero

IAFF Local 2856
Bill Keeley <Williamkeeley@adelphia.net>
Couer d'alene, ID USA - Saturday, February 14, 2004 at 20:47:38 (MST)
Hi Zack! What an awesome site! I know it's not quite FDNY, but be sure to send the book our way if you do it again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

30 Engine, Anne Arundel County Fire Dept. Local#1563
304 Mountain Road
Pasadena, MD 21122
Justin Davidson <sleezy10truck@aol.com>
College Park, MD USA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 17:37:36 (MST)
Hi Zack; Saw your article in the Internation Firefighter. Keep fighting and get better. We live by Disney World in Central Florida. If you like Disney stuff, let me know what it is, and if I can get it from DisneyWorld I would like to send you something. Take care. Dave
Dave Miller <damill@thevillages.net>
The Villages, FLorida USA - Thursday, February 12, 2004 at 14:26:40 (MST)
Saw a letter in the 'International Firefighter' wanted to wish you luck. Your story is amazing and inspiring. You are truely a hero to me.

Sincerely,
Joe Varga
Wilkinsburg, PA Professional Firefighters, Local #839

Joe Varga <VargaJ@military.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Sunday, February 08, 2004 at 18:27:19 (MST)
Saw a letter in the 'International Firefighter' wanted to wish you luck. Your story is amazing and inspiring. You are truely a hero to me.

Sincerely,
JOe Varga
Wilkinsburg, PA Professional Firefighters, Local #839

Joe Varga <VargaJ@military.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Sunday, February 08, 2004 at 18:27:01 (MST)
Hi Zack, We saw your story in "International Firefighter". You are an amazing young man. Keep up the hard work, tremendous effort and you will accomplish all you want to in life. The best of luck and wishes from Montgomery County, MD Local#1664.
Sincerely,
Steve and Stacey
Steve & Stacey Laughman <steven.laughman@montgomerycountymd.gov>
Littlestown , PA USA - Thursday, February 05, 2004 at 16:40:57 (MST)
Hi, Zack! I stumbled onto your website looking for pictures of Give Kids the World for a school assignment I'm working on. My sister and I both have congenital muscular dystrophy, too! I'm 16, and she is 18. The Make a Wish Foundation granted my sister and I each a wish several years ago. Her wish was a trip to Disney World. We were so excited to find that we would be staying at Give Kids the World. It was much more than we expected. My wish was to tour the western U.S. We stopped at almost all of the national parks: Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest, Yosemite, Yellowstone, and we also toured San Francisco and Salt Lake City. They were great experiences, and I am glad to see that you are having so many great experiences like that, too.

It's not every day that you meet another person with CMD. Feel free to visit my website at www.caringbridge.org/ca/djustine

Take good care!!
Danielle
USA - Tuesday, February 03, 2004 at 18:40:40 (MST)
Hi Zack, Just a quick hello hope all is well with you and your family, Take Care.

Local 3918 IAFF
Mike Osiecki <firefighter3918@hotmail.com>
Middletown, CT USA - Monday, February 02, 2004 at 11:16:55 (MST)
I am glad to see that the Zackster is on the go meeting people and seeing things. I have never been to a Nascar event, it looks like fun. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Gene Burch
Yvonne & Gene Burch <gene.burch@comcast.net>
Petaluma, CA USA - Sunday, December 21, 2003 at 09:44:23 (MST)

Hi zack, just want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hope you and your family have a joyus holiday.

Thanks for showing us how to be brave and strong.

Andy, Hazleton Fire Dept. IAFF Local 507, PA.
Local 50 <local507@ptd.net>
Sunday, 23 Nov 2003

Hi Zack! You are God's gift to the world! Never forget that, we are all here for a reason. God never puts anything in front of us that He won't see us through! That helicopter ride looked like so much fun! My Dad was one of the guys on the team that designed and produced the Stryker Strecher you rode on in the copter! I am jealous you got to meet Montgomery Gentry and Charlie! Country music rocks huh!?

God Bless in your journey of life, with God as your business partner you will go far!!!

Love from Kalamazoo Michigan!
Jaclyn Buiskool <jbuiskool@inst.strykercorp.com>

Hi Zack....You lucky guy hanging out with Charlie Daniels.....And all the other fun things you did this summer....The pictures say it all....Do you think we could borrow General and take a ride? He sure looks like a great horse. Have fun in school and work hard.....
Miss ya love ya...Aunt Mary and Uncle Art
Spokane, WA Saturday , September 27, 2003

What a wonderful year you and your family has had. Way to go playing baseball. You looked great in your Hawks uniform. I also think Mom and Dad should get you a drum set you looked like a natural!!
Sue <suenet111@hotmail.com>
Portland, Or USA - Friday, September 19, 2003 at 09:01:20 (MDT)


I really enjoyed spending some time surfin on your web page and didn't wanted to leave without some greetings to you! Jana
Jana
USA - Monday, August 18, 2003 at 16:33:39 (CDT)
Hello Zack,i got your contact from Bethany's grand mother.We live in China but we are basically from Pakistan and i have a son named Maaz he is 22 months old and he has the same condtion like u.I was very much worried about him in the beginning but now after seeing u and Bethany i feel much more comfortable because i can see that u can do alot of stuff yourself and u are enjoying your life like normal child.After seeing yur pictures i knew that you are a very brave boy.
We all love u and appreciate your efforts.
Naveen
Naveen <naveenamir@hotmail.com>
NANJING, CHINA - Monday, August 11, 2003 at 03:10:45 (CDT)
Hi! Zack, I want to let you know that I missed not seeing you at the Farmers Picnic this last weekend. I saw your grandma Yvonnie and she told me you are all having a very busy summer. I thought you baseball pictures were great. Take care Lori
Lori Rittenberry <loririttenberry@hotmail.com>
Rogersville, MO USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2003 at 11:25:18 (CDT)
Hi Zack I'm Craig Chille's Fiancee from ladder87. Just wanted to wish you well and hope you enjoy your summer. Best wishes...Jackie
jackie luca <rocky1178@aol.com>
staten island, ny USA - Sunday, June 15, 2003 at 21:07:09 (CDT)
Hi again Zack. Just wanted you to check our our homepage - we have a little message for you there and pictures of Spot will be on our site as well. I'm still learning so its taking a while!!!
www.engine167ladder87.com
Craig Chille <L87chille@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Saturday, June 07, 2003 at 13:57:27 (CDT)
HI Zack, I hope you and your family have a nice summer.Keep smiling just like you did in your website photo.
John Whyte ,fireman in Eng 167 <collierslink@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Thursday, June 05, 2003 at 14:30:01 (CDT)
Hi Zack, I work in Ladder 87 on Staten Island. Some of the fireman from my firehouse told me about you. I admire you courage and will to succeed. God bless you.
Carl Capobianco <lcapobianco@si.rr.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 17:47:51 (CDT)
Hi Zack, I work in Ladder 87 on Staten Island. Some of the fireman from my firehouse told me about you. I admire you courage and will to suceed. God blees you.
Carl Capobianco <lcapobianco@si.rr.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 17:47:17 (CDT)
HI I AM CRAIG CHILLE MOM FIREFIGHTER FROM STATEN ISLAND AND I JUST WANTED TO SAY HI AND WISH YOU WELL
BARBARA CHILLE <TEKA26@AOL.COM>
STATEN ISLAND, NY USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 17:33:55 (CDT)
Hi Zack,
My name is Kevin, I'm a fireman in Ladder 87 (with Craig and Christopher). I wanted to thank you for sharing Spot with us; I hope you liked our pictures. Keep up the good work and thanks again.
Kevin Cinquemani <kevincinquemani@yahoo.com>
StatenIsland, Ny USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 15:38:48 (CDT)
Hey Zack -
Remember me? Zak from PA here. Just read your latest newsletter and the exciting time you had being the EMS Star for the Lincoln County Fire Department. You even got to ride in a chopper. Cool, dude! Keep up the good work and I hope this summer is your best yet.
Michael Sobzak <MSobzak@aol.com>
Glenville, PA USA - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 12:11:52 (CDT)
Hi Zack, I am a NYC Fireman working in the Engine with Craig Chille. He told me about you and I think you are a very brave young boy. I know you can help others by inspiring them with your courage. Spot will be travelling to many Fire Houses and he will need a hug from you when he returns. Make sure you give him a big one.
Christopher Broughton- Engine Company 167
Christopher Broughton <broughe6@netscape.net>
Staten Island, NY USA - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 15:35:05 (CDT)
Hi Zach,

I heard about you from my cousin Craig Chille, he's a fireman on Staten Island. Anyway just wanted to say hi and to not give up, God can do anything.
Feel Better,
Frank Ritorto
Frank Ritorto <yanksdevsjags11@cs.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 15:27:11 (CDT)
Hey Zack, My nephew is a NYC firefighter and I recently heard about Spot and his adventures, I can't wait for you to get him home and see what he brought with him. I wish you well, and our prayers are with you, God loves you and he is by your side. You will be in our thoughts. God bless you and your family.
Antonia Ritorto <Bonezie12@cs.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 20:50:44 (CDT)
Hi Zack!
I am the uncle of a NYC Fireman, Craig Chille of Ladder 87/Engine 167 in Staten Island, NY, and he sent me an e-mail about you. I and my family, wife Laly, daughters Kathy, and Gina, and Cats Chucky and Audrey, just wanted to say HELLO TO YOU and let you know we enjoyed your web site and loved the pictures. We hope to see more picturs of you and Spot soon with goodies from the other Fire Houses. Take care and remember we all love you very much.
Tom Ritorto

Tom Ritorto <tomrito@worldnet.att.net>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 20:37:43 (CDT)
Hi Cutie!!
My brother who is a NYC Fireman, Craig Chille of Ladder 87/Engine 167 in Staten Island, NY, sent me an e-mail about you. I just wanted to say HELLO TO YOU and let you know I enjoyed your web site. I hope Spot makes it back to you soon with lots of pictures and goodies from the other Fire Houses! Take care and keep smiling! :)
Carolyn Cantelmo
Carolyn Cantelmo <legs4176@aol.com>
Royal Palm Beach, FL USA - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 18:35:13 (CDT)
www.engine167ladder87.com
Engine 167 / Ladder 87 <L87chille@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 09:13:28 (CDT)
Hi Zack - I first learned about you when we received a box at my firehouse in NY with your dog Spot and a few other items. You seem like a great little boy that makes his mother very proud. We at Ladder 87 / Engine 167 of the FDNY wish you all the best. GREAT WEBSITE by the way. Take care.
Craig Chille <wiggler20@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 09:11:24 (CDT)
I am a mother of a little boy with special needs(cerebral palsy) - I understand the challenges, and I know the countless joys that come from loving these most precious little ones. I want to share with you a wonderful book by Mattie Stepanek,'Hope Through Heartsongs'. Mattie also was diagnosed with MD. You all are an awesome family & Zach, well you know how very special you are. Hugs!
Lisa&Nicholas <exjerzeegirl@aol.com>
Simpsonville, SC USA - Friday, May 23, 2003 at 20:49:56 (CDT)
HEY BUDDY,
I WANT TO WRITE YOU AND TELL YOU THAT LINCOLN COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT HAS CHOOSEN YOU AS OUR EMS STAR FOR EMS WEEK. I JUST SPOKE TO YOUR MOTHER AND SHE SOUNDS VERY HAPPY AND THINKS YOU WILL BE TOO. GET READY WE HAVE ALL KINDS OF FUN THINGS FOR YOU TO DO WITH US. I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU WERE CHOSEN BECAUSE YOU ARE ONE TERRIFIC LITTLE GUY. YOUR SMILE LIGHTS UP EVERYONE AROUND YOU. I WILL BE IN CONTACT WITH YOU IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOUR SPECIAL DAY.
ON BEHALF OF THE LINCOLN COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT CONGRATS........................

SINCERELY, LISA
EMT-LINCOLN COUNTY AMBULANCE
holtfarm@nothnbut.net <lisa>
moscow mills, mo USA - Thursday, May 01, 2003 at 21:23:46 (CDT)
Hey Zack,
I really appreciate your web site. You must have some great family. I have a little boy who is 8 years old who is very similiar to you. His name is Zane and he has the same challenges in life that you do. He is the light of my life and I bet you are the same to your folks. Remember every day is a gift and love conquers all obstacles.
Lance Hardy <Lance.Hardy@Altec.com>
Birmingham, Al USA - Friday, April 11, 2003 at 09:17:26 (CDT)

Hi Zack,
I'm a friend of Bethany's in England, I've just been looking at your great website!
You have done so many fantastic things, so much more than me and I'm 28.
Keep having fun!!
Helen
Helen <helen-btw@ntlworld.com>
norwich, UK - Wednesday, April 02, 2003 at 03:58:45 (CST)
Hi Zach,
Sorry it has taken so long to sign your guest book, just not enough hours in the day as i am sure your mum and dad think the same.
You are a very strong, courageous little boy and we wish you all the luck in the world.
Lots of love
Treena,Kevin,Ryan and Bethany Woods. xxx

Treena,Kevin,Ryan and Bethany Woods. <send2ktw@ntlworld.com>
Ipswich, United Kingdom - Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 13:19:27 (CST)
I would like to let you know we have just visited your website. Very nice site.

Loki <freecams@pisem.net>
- Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 06:42:57 (CST)
Hey Zack, How are you? Can't believe that T.H. classes start next week, can you? It has been a long cold winter, I hope it will be warmer for lessons next Wednesday. I am really excited about seeing all of our T.H. riders. Hope you have had a good winter, and that you have fully recovered from your operation. Am looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday...See you soon.

Love,
Cindy (T.H. volunteer)


Cindy Cordsiemon <cin-d@lincolnco.net>
Elsberry, MO USA - Saturday, March 01, 2003 at 15:10:49 (CST)
Dear Zack
What a great site. The pics r great. We are in England and know your friend Bailey in Australia. Its a small world!
Keep the up the good work.

all the very best Derek
Derek Kitching <kitchingderek@hotmail.com>
Lytham St Annes, England - Tuesday, February 25, 2003 at 12:51:23 (CST)
Hello Zack,my grandaughter Bethany has the same condition as you.It is comforting to me to see how well you are doing.Bethany is only 18months old as yet and very underweight,did you have this problem.Beth has her own web site now www.bethanytaylawoods.co.uk perhaps you would care to look it up.All the very best to you and your family.
janet <jbnunn@ntlworld.com>
U.K - Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 12:42:21 (CST)
Hey Zack-
From one Zak to another, Happy New Year! We have never met but I am good friends with your Aunt Sue & Uncle Doran and I met your Mom long ago before you were born. (she probably doesn't remember) Didn't look like you had anyone write to you yet from Pennsylvania so thought I'd be the first from the Keystone State to wish you a continued speedy recovery from your operation and great sucess in the future.
Michael Sobzak <MSobzak@aol.com>
Glenville, PA USA - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 09:50:42 (CST)
Zachary,

This is an incredible website! I really enjoyed looking at all the pictures. I look forward to working with you this year.

Keep up the good work!
Dr. Cathy
Dr. Cathy
St. Louis, MO USA - Tuesday, January 07, 2003 at 17:52:26 (CST)
you are precious to share yourselves with the world. Zack is a very lucky boy to have parents and family that love him so much. I will say a special prayer for you all - Zack, you are bound to do some great things.
terri <tbhollar@thoughtworks.com>
atlanta, ga USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 20:38:08 (CST)
I was glad to see you at the Monster Jam. You are a pretty cool kid, and have good taste in monster trucks. I hope you can visit my brother Jason's website at www.wildhair4x4.com. You can come to all Wild Hair's shows in MO if you keep up on his website. I hope you had fun at the show. Your a terrific kid.
Tracey Witte <miss_tracey69@hotmial.com>
Washington, MO USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 18:41:33 (CST)
I was just looking over your pictures from this last year. What a great year you had. So many adventures and my how you have grown!!! Uncle Doran, Katharine and myself would like to wish you and your Mom and Dad a Happy New Year and many more fun adventures in 2003.

Love and Hugs
Aunt Sue
Portland, OR USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 17:52:53 (CST)
Our hopes and prayers are with Zachary every day.
Ken & Shirley Corbin <AEROFAN231@aol.com>
USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 17:45:13 (CST)

Hi Zack,
This is so cool...What a neat website!
Hope you had a great Christmas, and that Santa brought you lots of toys! Did you get any "Monster Trucks" or "Rodeo
Riders?"

Am glad to hear that you are doing well. Miss Jeane, and Miss Christine have kept me informed on your recovery. Everyone at "Rocking 'R" are thinking of you, and we are looking forward to seeing you in the spring. I saw "General" last week, and I think he really misses you. He will be so happy when you come back to ride him.

Zack, get better soon....I am sending you a "BIG HUG"....did you get it?

General and I are thinking of you, and we will be so happy to see you this spring!

Your friend at T.H.,
Cindy


Cindy Cordsiemon <cin-d@lincolnco.net>
Elsberry, MO USA - Sunday, January 05, 2003 at 21:17:44 (CST)
Hi, Zack,

Friends of ours told us about you, and we want to send you a hello from sunny Arizona. I am praying for you and hoping that you are feeling stronger and better each day. It sounds like you have a lot of family and friends helping to keep your spirits up.

Keep smiling. Cathy
Cathy Begandy <cbjb@robsoncom.net>
Tucson, AZ USA - Friday, January 03, 2003 at 14:07:45 (CST)
Hi Zachary:
We are friends of your aunt and uncle, Art and Mary Crane. We hope you are feeling better after your surgery and on your way to recovery. Did you get a lot of toys from Santa? We are sure you did. We will think about you and hope you are feeling better real soon.
Tony & Kathy D'Agosta
Tony & Kathy D'Agosta <dagostatk@jps.net>
Middletown, CA USA - Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 14:44:45 (CST)
Zach,
Your Grandmother Winkle is a very special friend of mine. I want you to know I have been thinking a lot about you and guess what else! I've have been praying for you every day that you will feel better real soon. I really like your website. It's cool!
I miss your Grandma Winkle. You help take good care of her,
okay? She loves you so much and I'm sure she is helping you to get better.
Bye, for now.
Norma Jones




Norma Jones <pjnj@mindspring.com>
Springfield, MO USA - Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 17:58:33 (CST)
Hi Zackary, So glad to hear that your surgery went OK. You hang in there and you'll get to go home pretty soon. Love cousin, carol
Carol Butler <cdbutler@arkansas.net>
Eureka Springs, AR USA - Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at 13:14:16 (CST)
Zachary, just wanted to let you know We will be thinking about you tomorrow - Monday. Make sure the doctors and nurses get you
everything you want. I am sending you some pictures of Uncle
Doc on his new John Deere lawn mower. Take care Uncle Doc and Aunt Bobbie
Doc and Bobbie <Bkbobye@aol.com,>
Rogersville, MO USA - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 19:31:26 (CST)
Hi Zack,
I'm your daddy's cousin, Carol. Just to let you know that my prayers are with you. May God give the doctors the knowledge and the skills to help you during your surgery. May he be with you before, during, and afterwards. May he be with mommy and daddy during and after surgery. I love you. your cousin, Carol
Carol Butler <cdbutler@arkansas.net>
Eureka Springs, AR USA - Sunday, December 08, 2002 at 17:15:17 (CST)
Hi Zachary. Wow! From all the photos and "letters from home" appears you sure have been having fun. The Monster trucks and Mud Boggers look cool, and so do you sitting on the back of that big, big BULL!! Bet it was scary. Well Zac, I'm pulling for you and hope you get alot of ice cream (if you want) in the hospital. If I can, I'll come back and help you eat it. OK? Give your Mom and Dad a big hug for me and also one for yourself. Be seeing you. Lots of love, Uncle Fuzz.
George (U. Fuzz) Avellar <gavel2@earthlink.com>
Spokane, WA USA - Tuesday, December 03, 2002 at 23:52:04 (CST)
God bless you!
www.theearlydays.com

Sharon
Nashville, TN USA - Sunday, December 01, 2002 at 17:05:42 (CST)
Hi to all,
I was so happy to finally find your web site. The pictures are great. I sure miss your Grandma, being across the street. I bet you are just driving the wheels off your scooter. Are you getting anxious for snow? Won't be long and Santa, will be coming. Take care of Mom and Dad and tell them we said Hi. We love you, Jan.
Larry and Jan Sapp <Jsapp209@aol.com>
Jefferson City, MO USA - Monday, November 25, 2002 at 18:12:44 (CST)
Hello, Stan, Mary & Zack
My name is Nicole, I used to work for your Aunt Mary & Uncle Art for years, I left in 1996 but have stayed close. In fact I remember talking with you Mary several times and Mary always spoke so highly of you. I have since married in 1997 and we were blessed in June with our baby Wyatt Morgan Fredson. There is nothing like being a parent, it's the best thing I have ever done. I really enjoyed seeing Zack's pictures on the website, what a cutie pie. We just saw Art & Mary in October at my Moms wedding in Montana, it was great to get to visit with them. My family and I wish you well and our thoughts will be with you in December. Take care, with love The Fredsons
Jay, Nicole & Wyatt Fredson <jaynnic97@netzero.com>
Sebastopol, CA USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 00:23:39 (CST)
Dear Zack and family,
I work with you at Theraputic Horsemanship. You are such a fun person to work with. What a wonderful personality you have! I was so excited to see your web site. Now I can show you off by sharing pictures of you with my friends and family. Keep that fun spirit you have.
Love, Amy McLeod
Amy McLeod <amymcleod@wentzville.k12.mo.us>
Elsberry, MO USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 11:26:57 (CST)
Hello Stan and Mary and Zack-
I am a good friend of your cousin Lori Babcock. I will be wishing good things for you as you go through your upcoming surgery. My sister had heart surgery right before her 4th birthday. That was almost 30 years ago- she is well and fully grown. Medicine makes big leaps every day- with belief in medicine and faith in god anything is possible.
Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas too- you have many prayers coming your way.
Kate
Kate Blake` <kblake915@aol.com>
Northboro, MA USA - Sunday, November 17, 2002 at 14:08:35 (CST)
Hi Stan, Mary & Zack, I am a very good friend of Steve & Kim, and they have told me all about Zack. Please just know that my prayers are with you all, and especially during the operation and afterwards with the recovery period. I pray that the Lord will uphold and bless you all, and may it be a speedy one and with as little pain and discomfort as possible. God Bless and keep you all. Best wishes.... Marie
Marie Blom <marieblom@yahoo.com>
South Lake Tahoe, CA USA - Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 09:09:34 (CST)
Hi Zach, I am your Aunt Kimmie's best friend. She sent me this picture of you because I 'love' children. I have 8 grand-children whom I love dearly. I am extremely proud of you, you are a beautiful child and very brave. If you every want to email me please do. I would like that very much. Love always 'Nana'
Marsha Shelton <homeplaza@yahoo.com>
Martinez, CA USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 16:07:01 (CST)

Hi Zack I am a relative of Edna Winkle. My Mother Ruth and Edna
were sisters. I think maybe I'm a distance cousin. My parents were
Jess and Ruth Sooter, mothers madien mame Swofford. Your cousin
Bobbie has sent your email to me and I'm so glad she did. I have
seen your wed site and you are so cute. I'm so excited to be
related to you. I am much older and I'm married and have two
children ages, Ryan 26 yrs old and Michelle age 22 yrs old.
And we want to see you get well soon and get to be 26 yrs and plus.
We are all praying for you. You hang in there and say hello to
your mom and dad for us. We love you very much and I will be
emailing you again soon.
Love, Debbie DeVita and Family. oxoxoxoxoxox
Debbie Sooter DeVita <DeVitaDb@netscape.net>
Salinas, , Ca. USA - Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 22:20:02 (CST)
Hi Zack,
Glad to hear from your Aunt Mary that you are doing well.
Thanks for the updates.
Dusty and Judy Cook
Dusty and Judy Cook <Dustyscook@aol.com>
Pasadena, TX USA - Wednesday, November 06, 2002 at 07:36:37 (CST)
Hey Zack it is Julie from the Toby Keith concert that we seen in sedalia at the state fair. How are you glas I got to see your web site finally please email me to let me know how you are. See ya later Julie
Julie Siegel <jujubitlle@aol.com>
Fulton, Mo USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 17:37:24 (CDT)
Hi Zack, I'm one of your sidewalkers at the Rocking R. I think you are one cool dude, and I really like your web site! I tried playing the VW parking game, but can't figure it out. I'll have to get my boys, Jordan and Shane, in here to help me with it. I hope you are having a good time at your Grandma's house! Take good care, Cindy Nicolls
Cindy Nicolls <cnicolls@mjnicolls.com>
Troy, MO USA - Saturday, May 25, 2002 at 01:13:51 (CDT)
Hey there Zack hows it going? It sounds like you had a great time at the Dairy Queen, I hope you had lots of cake and ice cream.
Gene

Gene Burch <gburch@attbi.com>
Petaluma, CA USA - Saturday, May 25, 2002 at 01:12:49 (CDT)
name:
Uncle Art Aunt Mary and Uncle George
E_mail:
Artmary@aol.com
date:
1/20/02

Comments

We are visiting with Uncle George in Spokane. He just bought a new very fast computer and we were looking at the pictures of his visit to Missouri. You are very good at standing on your head!! Much better than Uncle George!! It looks like you had a lot of fun.

Hope to see you this summer so we can ride in your new elevator!!

Hugs and Kisses from Spokane!!

name:
Auntie Sue
E_mail:
comicart@teleport.com
date:
12/24/01

Comments

It was such a treat to talk to you on the phone. You speak so well!! I hope that Santa brings you lots of goodies. I sure wish I could be there to watch you open your presents.

Katharine, Uncle Doran and I are wishing you and all the family a very warm and Happy Holiday!

Love Auntie Sue

name:
Aunt Sue
E_mail:
comicart.com
date:
11-14-01

Comments

Zack it sure looked like you had a great time at Halloween. That costume was fantasic (nice job Grandma Englert!). Have a great Thanksgiving and eat a piece of pie for me.

Love Sue

name:
George Winkle
E_mail:
georgwinkle@yahoo.com
date:
08/16/2001

Comments

Hi Zack, I wish you the very best for your future, God bless you. George Winkle, Germany (a may-be relative ?)

name:
Madolyn Courter
E_mail:
mcourter@socket.net
date:
6/26/2001

Comments

Have you gotten a ticket yet, Zach, while driving your keen vehicle? It looks as if you and your loving family had a lot of fun in California. And I am glad you had a happy birthday with lots of cake and presents. I enjoy watching you grow and get to be a big boy, madolyn

name:
Dusty S Cook
E_mail:
Dustyscook@aol.com
date:
6-26-01

Comments

Hi ya Zac! Those are some great looking photos of you! I swear you get more handsomer every time I see you. You say Hi to everyone over there for me, and keep those pictures coming! Dusty

name:
Emily Culbertson
E_mail:
emily_culbertson@harcourt.com
date:
6/14/01

Comments

I finally made it to your homepage, Zack!! It is very cool. You did a wonderful job last night riding General! You are such a tough bullrider!! See you next week buddy!! Love and Hugs, Emily :0)

name:
Blake
E_mail:
date:

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Cute Kid!!!!

name:
Jaweyhood
E_mail:
burmudajawey@yahoo.com
date:
06/06/01

Comments

Hey that's a nice kid ya got on your hands. I was just surfin the net when I found your site. I think it's a good idea what your doing because Zack can remeber all his childhood memories. Good luck in the future!!

Jaweyhood

name:
Momal
E_mail:
don't know
date:
5-16-2001

Comments

Hello Zack! You have a nice family. They must have been really proud of you were a sweet baby and a cute one too.

name:
Momal
E_mail:
don't know
date:
5-16-2001

Comments

Hello Zack! You have a nice family. They must have been really proud of you were a sweet baby and a cute ine too.

name:
Tracy&Twins
E_mail:
Mazzimom3@cs.com
date:

Comments

We love your page Zack! Your Auntie Sue was bragging about you at her Easter party yesterday, so we had to come and take a look....You are so much bigger than you were when you came to Oregon with mom and dad! Your Auntie Sue was right...you are a cutie-pie! Have fun being 3!!!

name:
George & Maureen Perrin
E_mail:
perrin@healey.com.au
date:
April 6 2001

Comments

Hello Zack, We hope you have a really great birthday, Say hello to Thomas the Tank Engine and the Fat Controller. Best Birthday wishes from Sydney Australia

name:
Kim Hunter
E_mail:
kbhunter@onemain.com
date:
April 6, 2001

Comments

Happy Birthday

name:
Dave & Nancy Rosenberg
E_mail:
davidsrosenberg@aol.com
date:
4/06/01

Comments

Zack,

To you and your family, keep your spirits up, that gorgeous smile on your face, and use your challenge in life to be an inspiration to us all.

God bless and best wishes on your birthday.

Dave & Nancy Rosenberg Las Vegas, NV