"Within My Power" by Forest Witcraft)

                                                      One hundred years from now
                                              It won't matter  What kind of car I drove
                          What kind of house I lived in, How much money I had in the bank
                                                     Nor what my cloths looked like
                                                                        BUT
                                                      The world may be a little better
                                            Because, I was important in the life of a child

Peter, Beverly and I would like to thank all of you who have supported us in our efforts to make this chapter a success and continue to grow. Without your support, we would not be where we are today! Thank you all for being an important part of a child's life!

To our families and friends who have been our cheering squad:

Howie, as usual, you put up with all of my wild ideas and turn me loose while you take the back seat and catch me when I fall. This hasn't been easy but we managed to turn total chaos into something worthwhile and rewarding. Thanks for being patient with us and letting us do our thing. We promise to stay out of the living room and in the office...most of the time...I love you

Beverly's parent's, Mr and Mrs. Capps, thank you for volunteering your time with our events and pitching in when we need you.

Dana, you gave so much of yourself to help with Tony, and now it's time for you to move on and have a wonderful life. Good luck and we love you.

Aunt Tobie and Uncle Damian you have always been there supporting and encouraging all of us over the years. Thank you for everything and I love you.

Beannie, Lois, Nancy, and Bertie... You are the best friends anyone could ever ask for. Thank you for all your love, support and being there throughout the years.Trish, welcome home! We missed ya!

Barbe, thanks for all of your support and encouragement. Terry and Susan, you two are my inspiration. Although we all met under "crazy and unusual"  circumstances, I'm really glad we did. 

Vic, welcome aboard this crazy ride! We're happy to have you working with us and we look forward to the future.

And finally,

Bridgette and Mark, thank you for all your support and believing in us when we came to you about starting a chapter. We appreciate everything you have done for our children, grandchildren and their families. It's because of dedicated people like you, that this battle we're fighting will become a victory for our families. Thank you so much for the opportunity to work with you and allowing us to be a part of TEAAM.

October 18, 2008

Tonight Lori and I had the pleasure of speaking at a birthday party for two best friends who wanted to give something back to their community. These extraordinary teenagers just turned 17 years old and had a joint birthday beach party. Instead of birthday presents, they requested that their guests make donations to TEAAM.

Thank you  to Katey R. and Victoria L. for your generosity and for wanting to help make a difference in the lives of our children and grandchildren.  It is because of wonderful people like you that we are able to help our families and make their lives a little easier. Katey and Victoria, you both are awesome! Thank you!

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Thank you to the following people who have made donations and contributions. We appreciate all of you.

Joceylyn Mayfield 

Tobie Mercier                                                

Tim Holland

Barbe Wilcox

Lisa

Kathryn McCluney

Karen Buehler

Mr. and Mrs. James Manning

Monika Stratakos

Ray Huff

Ramona Bridges

Mike and Virgina Montgomery

Ed and Martha Zipperer

Kim Duffy

Chuck and Linda Hartley