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angie taylor

hi justine sending you all our love keep strong in your heart luv to joff to x x x

13 April 2006 - loughton

sonya pettigrew

hi justine;;; i dont know whether you remember me i emailed you quite some time ago; i am the ballet teacher with the son with lung and heart disorders; he is doing okay but his heart condition is getting worse, he was sleeping 15 - 20 hours in a 24 hour period so the drs have decided he needs oxygen at home; it feels like a step back but when i look at alex's lovely smiling face i know i will do anything for him! the 02 has definately improved the quality of his life, when he is awake he is really energetic so its good in the long run;

i have just spent an hour catching up on all your news; I am really shocked to hear your latest developments; i am so sorry that things are so tough for you at the moment; My thoughts are with you, i have everything crossed that a pair of lovely squiggy lungs come winging your way soon
lots of love from me and a hug from alexander xx
oh and by the way;;; after years of debating about whether to go on the donor list or not (mainly not from silly irrational fears of being harvested for my organs???!!!) you will be pleased to know that i have put my name on the list; your story has really moved me and I am disgusted with myself that i have not made this decision earlier (so if it comes to it you can have my lungs!!! can i stipulate that on the donor form? "to go to justine please"?!!!!!)

13 April 2006 - uk

Frankie

Hi Justine! We want you to know that we are all praying very very hard for your improvement here at Wells College in tiny Aurora, New York, and we are praying that you get your lungs; You are such an amazing person -- I cry when I read about all you have gone through and am just thinking, you must take this one day at a time; Take it one day at a time, and make every day count; I know that good things will happen in your future -- we are all rooting for you! Lots and Lots of Love (Mrs;) Frankie Anderson (another lammie)

13 April 2006 - New York State

Petra

Justine, I am going away till the 24th;
You doing ever so well, keep going girl!!
My thoughts and prayers with you
love from Petra and family xxxx

13 April 2006 - oxford

Olly

Dear Justine,

Glad you have had a taste of whats to come, frappuchino's by the bucket load; A little treat can carry you an awful long way; Still missing you oodles and feeling quite homesick being away for Gav & Den's wedding; Nice to be around family but still would love to be a bit closer to blighty; I bought a pair of size twelve shoes in a charity shop for $4 today, i have an unexpected family wedding on Sat (no smart clothes in my backpack!); Still what a result to find a gargantuan pair of shoes for less than a pint of lager

A little poem 4 U -

Never a girl who ever
Injustly moaned,
A girl who knows how precious
Minutes land; Joy
In serendipity, that Justine
Met Jon; Daily sun
On hand to revitalize your spirit
So roll on the happy day when,
My lad Jon, unites
With his resplendent fiancee;

Lines 2/4/6/9 are all anagrams of your name; You would not believe how many words and phrases come out of your name; 1000's; You must have one of the best scrabble names ever invented; I could not think of a suitable name - but I like

- The names Laymond;;;; Justine Laymond;

Shaken & not stirred by your mate in Oz;

13 April 2006 - Toowoomba, a town as lovely as its name!

malcolm and frances bellamy

we are keepng in touch with your progress;; great to see the daily developments; We wsh you all our love as always;

13 April 2006 - Nerja Spain

CAROL SAUNDERS

Hi Justine
I came across your website when I was having a nose round the BLF site;Your story touched and humbled me;I have been diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and am finding getting around more and more difficult,I am using O2 a lot more now;I have been told that due to my other health conditions(diabetes ect;) that I probably won't be suitable for a transplant but I am hoping they may have developed something to solve the problems that they cause by the time I need it; Keep your chin up,you are an inspiration, God bless you and your family;
Luv Carol

12 April 2006 - Grays, Essex;U;K;

Marc Pussard

Hiya Justine,

Really pleased to hear the progress you've made in the last few weeks; With the positivity (is that a word???) that you've shown with the struggles you've had there should be a statue of you on every street corner!

As ever, we've got everything crossed that you will get your transplant soon;

Wishing you all the best,
Love
Marc
X X

12 April 2006 - London

Gemma Sragent

Hiya Hun,
I am so pleased to see you're feeling better! I have just been getting over a nasty tummy bug myself, so I can fully sympathise with you!
It's great to read your diary entries, I look forward to every one; As I can't visit regularly this is a great way for me to see hoe you are really feeling!
I'll take you up on that Frappuccino date! As soon as you've got those lungs (and you will) We're going on a MEGA shopping spree & visit to Starbucks!
Well, gotta go now, am at work and supposed to be doing paperwork! oops!
Will visit site tomorrow;
Keep up the good work!
See ya then,
Lots a Luv,
Gemma -x-

12 April 2006 - Cuffley, Hertfordshire, Great Britain

Emily

hey Justine,

Glad to read you are back on the up after a tricky weekend; Dont panic when things get tough again, its that horrible game of two steps forward one step back isnt it;

I got released on monday (YAY!); Things are much more back to normal, have been switched to oral antibiotics and antifungals from the IVs I was on, and am going back in three weeks to see how its all going;

So now I am home, I am mostly catching up on sleep (didnt sleep for more than 4 hours in hospital because of IV drip times) and then back to do some thorough work on my campaign! We wont have achieved enough till everyone I know waiting has received their transplant! You have to shoot for the stars dont you;;;

Keep on mending hon, and enjoying sips of gorgeous drinks! I am at Harefield on the 19th and might be able to wave through the window if you feel up to it?

Thinking of you :) xx

12 April 2006 - UK

Leila

Just another little note to say hi and sending you lots of love and hugs from all of us;

provisionally booked skydive - hopefully will be 23rd May!!!! Will let everyone know the details nearer the time and when i have exact date;

Take care and Jane says hi and sends all her love xxxxxxxxxx

11 April 2006 - Braintree - Essex

Gemma Sargent

Hey Chick,
Glad to see you are improving after the few rough days that you have had; It really shows what a true fighter you are to be able to get through all the stuff you have of late! Believe you & me, not many would be able to cope how you have;
So little lady, you couldn't wait for me to come with the mint mocha chip frappuccino then! Work is so hectic at the moment but the next free day I get I would like to come visit, with that Starbucks for you (don't worry I will call the hospital before);
I am not sure if your parents have told you but all the races I do now will be in aid of LAM action; I'll do anything I can to help;
Chin up hunny,
Will visit &leave a message again soon;

Take Care,
Lots a luv,
Gemma -x-

11 April 2006 - cuffley, herts, Great Britain

Liz Ruane

Hi Justine, glad to read you are doing so well; Just to wish you, Jon and all your family a very Happy Easter; Take care and God Bless you; Lots of love and good wishes from the gang at the gym;xxx

11 April 2006 - Potters Bar

Olly

hi Justine,

I hope you are able to kick the infection into touch; I am sure the peeps at the Chelsmford gathering were thinking of you too my dear; Imagine how many parties will be held in your honour when your out; Oodles i bet!

Sorry for not being in touch for a few days but have relocated to brisbane to stay with family; A relief, not sure how messy your bedroom is back home but I was in a dormitory with two rude french/canandian girls; There toot was everywhere, the room stunk and looked like a bomb had hit it; So nice to have a bedroom again;

I will be in touch later today as I am just checking a few words in the library before putting the finishing touches to a little poem for you; I miss you immeasurably and you are with me in my heart every second of the day;

LOL

Oli

11 April 2006 - Brisbane, QLD

Doozer

Hi Justine; Words don't heal, do they? Except maybe the ones used in a prayer; So I will pray for you, that you will return to full health; God has answered a lot of prayers for me lately, so maybe He'll help you out;

10 April 2006 - Kent

Laura

Hi Justine,just thought i'd drop you a little message,as i've read u've been feeling a bit sick & ur tummys a bit off,i hope you feel better soon; There's so many bugs going around in & out of hospital even! when i'm at harefield for my checks ups,i always manage to leave with a cold or something;;grrr! no new news on the transplant score for me,i've bought one of the t-shirts from the livelifegivelife website & so has my mum ( i've even got chris to try and buy one!) I'll look forward to seeing you on the 20th touch wood with no other problems! i'll e-mail your mum & dad sometime next week to remind you;Take care justine
Thinking of you & missing you on msn
xx

KEEP SMILING!!

10 April 2006 - Nottinghamshire,uk

Hector Scaramelli

I hope you get those lungs soon;
I will apply to be a donor in my Country;
And I admire the people who fight to keep on going;
Never give in!!

10 April 2006 - Montevideo Uruguay

Davitch & Kerry

Back on the list hey? couldn't be happier for you;;;;well actually we could, and it will be when you get those lungs; You really have been through it haven't you, you still fight on; You go girl!! Hugs and kisses from downunder; xxxxxxx

10 April 2006 - Sydney, Australia

Rachael Wakefield

Oh my Justine, I thought I hadn't seen you on MSN in a while; I've been in hospital too so I haven't really had chance to catch up with your website; You have been through it haven't you?! Just a quick message to say I'm thinking of you; Emily's t-shirt campaign (www;livelifethengivelife;co;uk) is going very well she’s sold about 6000 t-shirts in the first month! Stay strong sweetie, you are doing so well;
Rachael xxxx

9 April 2006 - Manchester

Trevor O Sullivan

Hi Justine

I have been away for a week so have not had access to the internet; First thing I did when I got back was to read the diary and news; So glad with the progress you have made; I am a journalist and writer but I have totally run out of superlatives to describe you as a person;

Keep fighting

TrevX

9 April 2006 - London

Tania

Hi Justine, I like many many others are watching your progress daily and your doing so well;x

9 April 2006 - UK

Sylvia

Hi Justine
It's good to hear that you are so much better; It must be hard to keep positive but you are doing so well; You are working so hard now to improve your fitness which will help you when that transplant comes along as I'm sure it will;

9 April 2006 - Potters Bar, Herts

Joyce

Hi Justine
Great to hear you have been talking and eating more; I think a year is a long time to be waiting on the transplant list, but keep your chin up; Unfortunately my husband never got to being on the list, but I am sure with all your determination and guts you will eventually have your dream come true; I truly hope so as you deserve it because of your zest for life and the way you have dealt with all the problems that have entered you life at this difficult time; Love Joyce xxx

8 April 2006 - Enfield

Irene Breslaw

While Googling "Breslaw" in the world we came upon your website; My daughter, who is also an artist, and I were both very moved by your story; Know that you are in our prayers, and keep up your amazing spirits! We will follow your story from now on; Irene, and Michal

8 April 2006 - Bayside, NY, USA

Olly

Dear Justine,

Glad to hear of your longest walk so far, good on you; No great words of wisdom that I can offer such an inspirational girl as yourself, especially in such trying times; Therefore a poem will have to suffice;

I can't belive I did not think of trying this sooner; Here is a poem in the aboriginal tongue for you:

Red Sky / Athetheke Palima by Oli

Mari dihlbi-dihlbi barga,
Palirika budhabuyeh-alpi
aakanak perkana tabra marra benang;

The spirit of the morning Sun
Rises like a beautiful swallow
Until it lights her new day;

If an aboriginal translated it, they would probably say my grammar stinks;

Still I hope a little ray of warmth comes your way today; I am thinking sunny (PMA) so it just may work;

All my love

Olly

8 April 2006 - Bundaberg Library

Gemma Sargent

Hey u,
I log in every day & it makes me so happy to see you take those little steps of progression each day; You are a true fighter, an insparation & people like you will always reach their goal;
Good to see you are able to get some 'solid' food into you, I can not even imagine how it is not to be able to have 'normal' food; I bet each little taster is like heaven!
Just think, keep on going like that & they may let me bring in a Frappuccino for you! What size & flavour would you like eh?
You are doing so well, please keep positive;

TTFN,

Much Love,
Gemma -x-

7 April 2006 - Cuffley, Herts, Great Britain

Melbourne Mad Mikey

Hey Honey,

Glad to see you're feeling better and able to eat more; All that Jelly and ice cream, what it is to be a kid again eh ? Could you ask your dad or bro to send me their postal address in UK as I hear you can watch dvds in your room so I'm sending you some from australia; We've bought them along the way and there's some great movies; I won't tell you which ones here, but I'm sure knowing you a little you'll like them all;

Anyhow, best be off, got to wash and change for a big date tonight with an english nurse; After missing Ollie's company, food and banter, I've asked here out to see a band and for some food tonight; Must be something about nurses and uniforms eh ?

Toodle pip my lovely, and can you give jon a belated pinch, punch, first day of the month and no returns for me please; I'm a little gone past April 1st; Now who's the fool;

Lots of love, hugs and admiration as always

Mikey

7 April 2006 - Melbourne,Australia near the shower, but not in it;;;;yet;;

Oliver

Dear Justine,

Thank crunchie for another friday, eh my dear; I hope you woke up this morning and felt like singing from the rooftops; Your diary entries provide such a high point in the day;

You would not belive how many words are hidden in that lovely name of yours; I was working on some things whilst on the train today and some cool words popped up :- )

maidenly, dynamo, destiny, sundial, mountain and even mandolin;

Well I will be in touch tomorrow; Typing may not be great as am off to the Bundaberg rum factory;

All my thoughts are with you,

Ollie

7 April 2006 - Bundaberg, East Coast of Oz

Emily

I am glad you have been speaking to someone;;;it doesnt matter how determined and tough you are, looking at all the possibilities is frightening; I sometimes describe the feeling as like being on a rolercoaster hurtling towards oblivion, desperate to just stop the ride but you cant get off;

While there is breath there is hope Justine; And you are just as likely to get a call tomorrow as you were on day one, that is the brilliance that you must cling on to; I had a friend whos call came literally just in time (days the docs said), no matter how far down the road we progress, there IS still hope and we must hold onto it; I am doing everything I can for both of us hon - believe that we will both be in the 50% that get it in time;;;

I am doing ok - had blood gases done today and the docs said for my lung func they are pretty good, yay! Am still hoping to finish my IVs and go home on monday;

Sending all the strong vibes I possibly can xx

www;livelifethengivelife;co;uk - wear the T-shirt, raise awareness, save lives;

6 April 2006 - UK

Mark Soanes

Hey Justine

Sitting here eating a bowl of carrot & ginger soup; Really quite tasty; Slurping whilst I read on your progress and all your new additions; I am now almost starting to log in on a daily basis to read Olly's adventures as well as your own;

Its good that your eating again, and by the sounds of it, the food is good; I might have to pop round to your parents soon, just to get the plaice & white sauce;

The sun is shining these days and looking forward to my holiday in Italy; Going to search for a house; Did I tell you that?

My mum is going into hospital at the end of this month to have replacement knees, so doing the dutiful son thing and looking after her for a few days;

Big kisses you sexy minx;

Love
Mark

6 April 2006 - Tropical London

Cheryl

I was just checking in to see how you are doing; I am absolutely delighted to hear that you have been able to begin eating a bit! As always, your spirit and determination just blows me away! Keep your chin up, Girl :) **hugs**

6 April 2006 - Michigan, USA

Sarah and David

Hi Justine, my lungs are really misbehaving themselves now and im very cross with them! I was in hospital yesterday and need to have a load more tests done soon, im really dreading them especailly cos its not been that long since David was in fighting for his life; But i keep thinking of you and know if you can do it, so can i; So im going to stop being a wimp even though i want to run away and hide!

But if i could, i would do anything possible to make us both better; But you are in the best hands there, i am here even though ive got the consultants stumped over my sarcoidosis;

Im thinking of you and keeping my fingers crossed for you-know-what to happen very soon;
love and hugs, Sarah x

6 April 2006 - Isle of Man

Olly

Dear Justine,

You have so many cool mates; You friend Emily sounds like a winner as well; Considerate and doing loads of jazz for other people, bravo to the both of you;

Glad you are getting into some sort of routine, your own exercies bike heh! The list of foods have gone up aswell; Here is a litte food & drink style poem for you,

Called Either A) Enraptures her Senses
b) Taste Sensation or C) Milkshakes Rock

Mellifluous Soup
Glides down the gullet
Like golden honey

Cool, Slushy milkshakes
A blizzard of flavours
Icing over your tongue

Cordial & Icecream
The new champagne & caviar,
Tickle her tastebuds

Now I could not decide on the last verse so have included both, choose whichever one you prefer:

Option A:
All simple pleasures
Oft taken for granted
Enrapture her senses

Option B:
All delightful pleasures
Delicious & Delectable
A true taste sensation

I have been in the library and although I like poems that rhyme this book says I must not always use this style, it maybe a constraint; So I am trying something new; I miss you oodles and I am so glad you have written some diary entires; Shaddybone for now my sweet;

Luck, Love and Thursday hugs

Olly

p;s; Tell JK I am glad the gunners are in the semi's, would love to watch next match with him;

6 April 2006 - Last day in Rocky, hoorah

Jon & family

Hi there, we keep up to date every day with your progress and of course your diary; So good to know that you are starting to eat better; The food sounds pretty good actually;;;;;;yummy! Also so happy you are making progress and back on the transplant list; We pray that you will get your new lungs soon, they kept you waiting long enough; Just know that we are always thinking of you; Much love;

6 April 2006 - Indonesia

Kaz

Hi mate, really glad to hear your back on that transplant list & that your getting better day by day! Your really an inspiration to all! Enjoy your food! I've started my new job & all is gd other than that pretty much normal stuff going on here & as Jon will tell you the world of the Red Lion never changes!! Take Care & I'm praying with everyone else that you get your new lungs soon x

5 April 2006 - Chelmsford

Fredrick

Hey Justine ,

How are you now ? I confess to you that your case is a very little case for God to handle;

From my past experience I have seen situations such as you find yourself in transformed and turned round by the strength of mind such as you have;

Have a wonderful day and may the spirit of God and prayers being said evrywhere for you direct you well ;

Fredrick

5 April 2006 - Presently in Rep;Ghana

Petra

Hi Justine, I do read every day how you are doing and I am happy that you are getting better each day;
Keep going - I know it is easy to say - but you are a fighter and I am sure you will get your new lungs soon!
I could do with a break at our health farm, so tell your medical crew to hurry;;;
Much love from Petra and family xxxx

5 April 2006 - Oxford

Emily

hey Justine,

Yay my own little message in your diary! See even when you are fighting so hard you are thinking of others;;;; I so wish I could make that bleeper go off this second and they would have found some lungs for you, but it will happen, we both have to stay positive and resolute in that fact; To anyone reading this I have been campaigning hard (following Justine's example) to help raise awareness of people like Justine and myself's plight - if you want to help please look at www;livelifethengivelife;co;uk (I hope it is ok for me to put that address here webmaster please delete it if not, I am just so desperate to do something to help); The chronic shortage of organ donors in the UK is continuing and increasing and we need to publicise this as much as we can;

OK campaigning hat off now! Really good to hear you are eating bits and pieces, I usually go for the chocolate build up myself, havent tried the strawberry one I must admit! The docs are pleased with my progress, my lung function is back up to 22% (was 16% when I came in, small rodent type figures hehe) and so I am hoping to escape some time next week;

I dont think there is much else interesting I can tell you;;;;the campaign is all going well, we got a mention in OK magazine! (did I already tell you that?!) and we are just pushing to get as much coverage as possible; I am still on IVs which is what is keeping me in here really, as I am attached to the drip most of the day and I think I would be too tired to do it at home myself;

You have really been through the mill these last months; what you must take from this is it is a demonstration of how tough your body is, (let alone your strength of mind); Just think, after this, recovering from a major transplant operation will be a breeze ;)

Thinking of you;;;wish I had more interesting news to write! Stay strong and positive, take it day by day, you are doing so amazingly well; xx

5 April 2006 - UK

olly

Yo Diary Queen, (diary not dairy that is!)

Got to be quick as the library dude is hovering, ready to pounce like a hawk on a helpless mouse - if I am one minute over my allotted time; A little bit of power and people get all crazy!

Great to read another entry, you are a real winner and things sound like they are still going in the right direction; Will keep up my prayers that things continue in this vein;

Your guestbook is mahoosive (unsure on spelling), you really are a popular little bunny! Hope the postcards arrived;

Take care sugar and send Jk my regards,
All my luck, love and hugs
Olly

5 April 2006 - Rocky, another weird town in Oz

Jeremy Keys

The festival of Pesach is just around the corner; Then it was a time of rejoicing at the freedom just gained; Your freedom is around the corner too, Miss Positive; You'd better believe it; Just know that prayers are being said for your good health daily;

4 April 2006 - Potters Bar and Israel

Laura

Hi Justine,sorry about yesterday ur parents probley explained, I didn't think it was worth risking it all,& I didn't want to give you my cold; But I'm back as I said on the 20th the Thursday for a ct scan & the usual tests again, to cut a long story short i couldn't have the ct scan done yesturday;; I'll look forward to coming to see you on the 20th with loads of gossip & loads of news;; be nice to meet john as well ( allthough i think i saw him yesturday near Parkwood? I wasn't sure so i didn't say hi incase I got the wrong bloke!) maybe you can help me out with that one? anyway hun i'll look forward to seeing you on the 20th & be good & behave ur self until then;;
Oh and me and your favourite man,got on better yesturday just thought i'd let you know;

Take care of ur self & be good miss

4 April 2006 - Nottinghamshire,uk

Gemma Sargent

Hey u,
Just doin one of my regular checks on you!
So good to hear that you are keeping strong, back on the transplant list, and slowly improving each day;
Keep positive and you will reach that ultimate goal;
Well, as you know, I am a triathlete now and enter lots of races; I have one coming up soon & decided to get in contact with LAM action, so to cut a long story short, I am running in aid of LAM;
You are my inspiration and I will do whatever I can to help; Every race that I enter will be in aid of LAM so hopefully I can do some good!?
I will send all of the funds raised to your home address so your parents can do with it what they want, (they've probably got more idea than I have what to do with it!);
Anyway chick, will sign off for now but will mail you again soon;
Keep going luv,
Gemma xx

4 April 2006 - Cuffley, Herts, Great Britain

Grazyna

Hey Justine - I bet mashed potatoes never tasted so good, huh? Bring on the champagne and the caviar; Listen -do you feel up to doing anything creative? Remember the idea we had a while ago on the lam line of designing matching O2 tote bags and accessories? Once you feel up to it, maybe you could scribble down a few doodles (in between designing wedding dresses and the like!) and then we could auction off the finished product in Nottingham; Anyway, am thrilled that you're on the mend and am praying and hoping that this time next year you'll have all of this far behind you and will be settling down to a life of domestic bliss with your one and only; Keep up the good work! Big hug, g;

4 April 2006 - Kingsbury

Olly

Dear Justine,

Mash potato and soup, what a winner! Super, smashing great to read another diary entry; Your fortitude can only be admired; We ALL really hope you are one of the lucky ones and rec; your transplant as soon as poss; You'll have to get Kohny to get the old connect 4, battleships, backgammon and scrabble out when your up to it; He's a bit of daddy but I am sure with time on your hands, you could take him to the cleaners;

I remember when I came out of GOS I used to be seriously hooked on Lentil soup followed by a kit-kat and glass of milk; I had a home tutor in the morning, followed by lunch with Grandpa Renier, followed by an afternoon of watching the horse racing;

See you later alligator and keep on truckin';

your compadre,

Olly

4 April 2006 - 'Rocky' in Queensland

Jenay Javorcky

Hi Justine; I am a fellow LAMmie here in the USA; I live in Michigan; I have been reading the updates on how you are doing; I do not just read how you are doing, but I pray for you also; God is all powerfull and I find my peace in Christ as I go through my difficult times;
I have been diagnosed for almost five years now; I am now on full time oxygen and they say I should be tested to see if I am a transplant candidate; I feel well and have not gone what you have gone through; My heart goes out to you; Hang in there and I will continue to pray for you; Jenay

4 April 2006 - USA

angela selwyn-barnett

Hi Justine, it was great seeing your Ma and Pa on Sunday 2nd, my Mums 90th birthday party; Your Father was a real star, and videoed the whole event; He will never be out of work!! Hope you got your mango puree to day! Glad to hear you had a good night, send our best to John; Love Angela and all;

3 April 2006 - uk

Mad Melbournian Mikey

Hola mi amiga!

Sorry you haven't heard from me in a while; As Oli has said the town he is in Rockhampton is a real ghost town; I am now in melbourne 2021kms south of Oli where I will be visiting my spanish cousin who lives here now before seeing Ollie again in June; Missed his moaning about my driving on the boring trip down here; The only interesting points of the trip were going through a town called "Banana" and passing over a little river called "Turn Back Jimmy Creek"; I swear to god - i kid you not they were the names; It's amazing how bored you get over a 2000km road trip with only your sanity for company; I'm really pleased to hear about you getting back on the list and that you have been transferred to a room on another ward; Hopefully you will be able to rest better now so that you cane make more room for yummy ice cream; I've got to stop thinking about ice cream now - i've got an attack of the munchies - I blame you - haha :)

Anyway just to let you know that I am thinking of you and JK as always and my prayers are with you as you continue this battle; As the guiness advert says, good things come to those that wait;

Be patient, and all will come good;

Loads of lovin' and huggin'

Mikey
xXXx

3 April 2006 - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Olly

Hello Justine, top of the morning to you, a happy Sunday night and Monday morning to you too,

Sorry for not being in touch for a few days but this town closes down over the weekend; It is rather surreal, you would think a martian invasion was coming; No kids playing anywhere, no shops open, no dogs barking, pubs CLOSED! If it had not been for the local KFC being open I would not have seen a soul on a all my wanderings yesterday!

Glad that you are getting settled on the new ward and that things are moving in the right direction; It is also SO cool that you had the strength for such a long and lovely diary message; Roll on the good times tiger;

I have not been up to much of late, I am still savouring having seen my first (6)duck-billed platypi; Mikey is now travelling to Melbourne so he can visit his family in Tasmania; Funny but I missed not having to wake him up or making our lunchtime sarnies

Still the sun is shining, the sky is blue, & its always great to hear good news from you;

All my love, hugs and thoughts are yours,

Olly

3 April 2006 - Rockhampton, Australia

Sarah W

Glad to read you are out of ITU and down on E ward; They will take great care of you there; Watch out for the LVAD trollys, the men driving them are craaaazy ;)

Hopefully will meet you soon when you are up and about; no, i am not a mad stalker, but a wife of a long term patient;

2 April 2006 - Herts

Joyce

Hi Justine, fantastic news that you are back on the transplant list; Great to hear you have been up and about; Bet the yoghurt tasted lovely; Keep smiling; Luv Joyce xxx

2 April 2006 - Enfield

Sarah and David

Hi Justine, thats the best news ive had in ages, im so happy you are back on the transplant list and moved out of the itu, they do amazing work in those places but they are so depressing;
Im going to try and write to you asap, im back in hospital next week, i keep telling off my lungs for being horrible but they wont listen;

Take care, stay strong, oneday you and Jon will be married, if we did it then so can you two!

By the way, someone else has set up a sarcoidosis website for the uk, its great news, its about time there was a website this side of the Atlantic!

2 April 2006 - Isle of Man

Georgia Querin

Hi Justine, wondered how you have been as I have not seen you at the gym for a while, sent you a e-mail on your other account and then decided to finally read your diary as I have mentioned to you that one day I will; I was very touch at your experience put in writing and remembered all the chats we had had at the gym; I was very sad to hear that you had taken a turn for the worse but my prays and wishes are with you for a speedy recovery and that you can get your new lungs; I can't wait to see you working out at the gym and one day you can take up the challenge of working out with me and even I may have to do the marthon with you!!! Wish you well and god bless you and your family;

1 April 2006 - Cockfosters Barnet Herts

Lynn

Hi Justine;
I am so glad that you are starting to make progress;everyone is there for you;
Try to stay strong;If you want a change of scenery i can always push you 26 miles on the 23rd April, but you might have to fit a motor to my trolly; Keep smiling brave one, hopefully our prayers will soon be answered;
x x x

1 April 2006 - Huntingdon, Cambs

liz

glad to hear you doing well keep strong and keep smilling!!!
will come round to see you in E ward soon before i go on maternity leave!! x x x

1 April 2006 - B East ward

Andrea

Hi Justine,
Fantastic news, back on the transplant register and up and about too!
Keep going girl hope your wait is n't too long;
3 weeks to the marathon now hope you have a telly to watch, I will give you a wave,
Best wishes xxx

1 April 2006 - Bradford

annita

hi justine,
great to hear you are back on the transplant register,and doing so well,wishing you all the luck in the world,you deserve it,you are doing so well;;sorry to hear about your friend xxx

1 April 2006 - n/e lincolnshire

Emily

Yayayay! Fab to hear you are re-listed!! My port was taken out today, all went ok, so I am hoping that this infection will be beaten asap and I can join you back on the waiting list :)

Keep on going, one day at a time;;;you are doing fab hon, thinking of you and sending a big hug :) xx

31 March 2006 - UK

Helena

Dear Justine Delighted to hear of your 'promotion' to E Ward - fantastic news; Next to my computer I have a lovely photo taken in Olly's garden; It's of Sarge, Ange, Chris, Olly and JK(in a really cool sunhat!) I'm looking after it till Olly gets back so tell Jon I see his cheery little smile every day! Love Helena

31 March 2006 - Spain

Laura

Hi justine,so glad to hear you have been moved to e ward; i hope you're feeling better all the time & i hope a organ comes up for you as soon as possible;;i'll e-mail your parents this weekend & possibily ask them if you would be up for me to come and see you on monday,as i'm in clinc; but as i said in my last message i could be an inpatient my self; ( but hopefully there is no spare beds so i can't possibly stop in!!) anyway justine just thought i'd say well done for getting this far & i'm really proud of you;

31 March 2006 - Nottinghamshire,uk

Beverly and Roy

So happy to see all your news;Stay strong and determined,take each day at a time and were sure you will reach your Goal;
All our Love
Beverly and RoyXXXXXXX

31 March 2006 - Stanmore

Mark Soanes

Well this will make you laugh;;;
Now involved in a Rollerskating promotion and will get paid each Sunday for picking people off the rink & socialising; You see you never knew I was a rollerkid and used to be quite good; I have to wear a fancy dress costume each week! Any ideas;;;;;;

Also just done a pilot for a new bingo Tv show, so might be in front of camera for that; Other than that lifes a little dull, not as exciting as yours by the sound of it seahorse;

Its great you have been put back on the transplant list; Cannot wait to see you! Must return those DVD's;

Love as always Mark

31 March 2006 - London

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Judith

Well done for getting this far,you must certainly have an angel on your shoulder looking out for you;All the best for your future;

31 March 2006 - Breathe easy Teesside

Gemma Sargent

Yipppeeeeeee!
I am soooooooo pleased that you are back on the transplant list! Hang on in there hun, you'll reach your goal very soon;
Stay positive and focussed;
Always thinking of you,
Take care, much love,
Gemma xx-x-xx

31 March 2006 - Cuffley, Herts, Great Britain

Olly

Dear Justine,

It is truly amazing how good news, neh GREAT news, travels the globe so so quickly; I have just got a telephone call from the lovely Angela whilst driving to Rockhampton; She was delighted to pass on such fantabulous news, I am so pleased you are back on the old list of love, that is really cool!

Mikey and I will try to find another internet cafe that is actually open over the weekend, so we can stay in touch with all the latest news;

Take care tiger and send JK a pinch, punch first of the month from me( I know its early but he can't get me back just yet!);

All my love,

Olly

31 March 2006 - Rockhampton

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Sarge & Ange

Jus, so very pleased to hear that you are back on the list! This is the best news, I have tears in my eyes reading the message you posted;;; Stay strong and I know you will be fine - think of all you have gotten through so far! You are a legend!
Very much look forward to spending more time with you in October and getting to know you even more; Love to JK - and big kisses to you both;
All our love Ange & Sarge

31 March 2006 - Sydney, Australia

Andrew (JK's football manager)

super news that you have been placed back on the transplant register;;;;

31 March 2006 - Ingatestone

justin

You star! back on the transplant list, the plan is all coming together;;; take care and see you soon;

30 March 2006 - potters bar

Adam, Ruth & Ethan

Hi Justine,

We're following your news daily -- fantastic that you're back on the transplant list!

We wish you all the love in the world -- you're doing so well and being so strong;

Lots of love,

Adam, Ruth & Ethan

30 March 2006 - St Albans

lesley

Just read the news flash - great news; I do hope that you will not have to wait too long;

30 March 2006 - Braintree

Liz Ruane

Hi Justine, I am so sorry to read about your friend, you are going from strength to strength, every day you are able to do a little more; Take care - all the gang at the gym send you their love; xxxx

30 March 2006 - Potters Bar

Tania

Hi Justine, see I said things were getting better for you, then I hear your back on the transplant list again, thats great news! Onwards and upwards! Smile their on there way!

30 March 2006 - UK

Sue Clynes

Hi Justine, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend, what a sad day; Keep your pecker up tho' I'm sure she would want you to, especially with the good news about going back onto the list; As ever, you're in my prayers; It must be strange to get messages from people you have never heard of or met, but who are following your progress so closely they feel as if they know you; (Bit like being a soap star really!! lol) God Bless, stay strong xxx

30 March 2006 - WGC Hertfordshire

Den & Gav

HORAY!!!!!

Justine we are so pleased to see the news that you are back on the transplant list - this is the best news possible and im grinning from ear to ear for you;

So you keep up the good work and hopefully in no time you will be back to your good old self;

Absolutley thrilled for you all; Keep the good news coming!

Den and Gav xxxxx

30 March 2006 - London

Trevor O Sullivan

YES!!!!!!!!!!!

YES!!!!!!!!!!!

YES!!!!!!!!!!!

ABSOLUTELY CHUFFED TO BITS that you are back on the transplant list; That is simply AMAZING NEWS!

I am so happy for you Justine - I know it could be a while before the call but this is a massive sign of how well you are doing; I know all the checks and tests they do to see if someone is fit enough for transplantation so you have obviously done very well in your truly inspiring recovery

I can identify so much with your loss Justine; Its one of the worst parts of the whole transplant journey; During my liver transplants I met two girls who I admired greatly and they both died - also was in email contact back in 1996 with a girl awaiting a heart and lung transplant due to cystic fibrosis; She sadly never got the operation; Your friend would want you to fight on and never give up; By living you can spread the message of how important it is that people never end up dying waiting for a transplant; Everyone should be an organ donor - its up to people like you and me to spread that message, I know it is what our friends who died would want;

Dont Give Up

TrevX

30 March 2006

Heidi & Paul

Hiya Justine!

We were both delighted to read your news and see you are back on the transplant list;

Keep on going;; your strength and determination are really paying off now; Keep fighting and getting better, we are thinking of you;

All our love

Heidi and Paul

xxx

30 March 2006 - Wimbledon, London

Olly

Good Evening Rocky,

I know today is going to be another long day on the road to recovery, especially considering the upsetting news regarding your friend; But I pray that your rock, JK, and your parents can still make you smile (if only for a fleeting moment) on such a sad day;

A nun that used to teach my at junior school and who was an angel (to both me and my family) when I was ill, died soon after my recovery; I was gutted for ages as I thought it to be so totally unjust; Yet I am sure she is watching me and trying to guide me in the right direction; To be a better person and not let myself down having been given my second chance in life;
I will pray for your friend when I find a sirene place worthy of her memory;

Keep fighting the good fight tiger because you are truly a lovely, unique, supercalifragilistic young lady; I long for the day when we can wander through a park with JK & the pose, enjoying the sonorous tones of the birds and the wind rustle through the trees; Your friend,

Olly

30 March 2006 - Platypus country

Tania

Hiya Justine, So sorry to hear the sad news about your friend;;;;;;;You must keep going, don't give up the fight! Things are getting better for you everyday;

Love and best wishes
Tania;;-)

30 March 2006 - UK

Emily

Hi Justine, so sorry to hear of your friend losing her fight, my thoughts are with her family; I have lost 15 friends on the waiting list now, and each one is heartbreaking as they were a friend, and it is always sad to lose someone you love, but scary too, as it can feel far too close for comfort;

Keep on going, you are doing fantastically well, I have absolutely every faith that you will continue to move forwards; You can do this, and you will get a transplant and be dancing down the isle! ;)

I am still in hosp - have been told my port is infected so am waiting to see the surgeon to see what we have to do;;;but battling all 3 infections well, taking a note out of your book ;)

Take care, stay strong, xx

30 March 2006 - UK

Janet

Hey Justine your a true fighter and I wish you a speedy recovery; You have such a great team around you and inspire others by your courage; My very best wishes to you and your family;

29 March 2006 - scotland

vivienne

I am constantly in touch with your mum and dad, hearing the ups and downs of your fight for life;;;;;and I just wanted to tell you that you are the most courageous woman I have ever met; I look forward to the day when I can give you a big hug and tell you all this again in person;

29 March 2006 - London

Laura

Hi Justine,just wanted to let you know i'm thinking of you & i'm so sorry to hear about your friend,but ur a fighter & ur amazing & i'm so glad i've meet you;I cannot have wished for a better friend to have meet, i hope one day we get to meet under nice curamstances & not seeing each other in hospital poorly or fighting for the same pair of lungs!!! i'm here for you anyway;;just wanted to let you know that i'm thinking of you;;
I also thought i'd let you know that i'm coming to harefield on monday the 3rd; so if ur up to it & feeling a bit better i might get to see you; I might be on the ward my self,as i'm not to good at the moment & i'm having a ct scan done so it all depends on what happends from the ct scan,my lung function has droped quite a bit over the last month,so you never know we could be room budies! anyway justine just thought i'd let you know i'm thinking of you & keep smiling;

lots of love laura xxx

29 March 2006 - Nottinghamshire,uk

Marcus

Justine - I have been following your progress since you went into hospital in February, every day I look to see how you are getting on and how you have improved; I am so glad to hear you have been able to talk a little bit and speak to your family;

You must not let the bad times get you down too much, remain strong and brave as you have been all along, and before long will be back to your usual self;

Every time I read your diary I am reminded of your strength and good humour, it is a source of inspiration for so many people,

Keep smiling and get well soon xx

29 March 2006 - London

RiK

Heard you were down the other night - no way!!!! ffs my dear, I have enough tragedy Queens to deal with in Brighton without you starting! So comon because it is soooooo true that;;;all Justine's friends "would want her to fight on and survive"; Honestly, does the great LaMonde know of any other way?! XX

29 March 2006 - UK

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Sylvia

Justine - thinking of you - I am delighted you are doing so well now - you are so positive - keep fighting; You must be feeling very sad hearing about your friend but try to focus on the good things in your life;

29 March 2006 - Potters Bar

Gemma Sargent

Hey u,
I am so very sad and my heart goes out to you about the news of your friend; I'm sure, just as you are, she was a lovely woman; I know that this news has frightened you but please, please, please do not be scared; The courage, strength & determination that you have shown recently just proves that you will recover and get thru this! I am with you all the way, believe in yourself and your strength to be well once more;
Chin up luv,
Big hugs,
Gemma xx

29 March 2006 - Cuffley, Hertfordshire, Great Britain

Olly

Morning my inspiritional little monkey,

Hope today was cool but not as cool as tomorrow will be; I have got a little Hai Ku for you (in the 3,5,3 stylee) - I will email all the stuff on Haiku as you may be interested to have a squizz at the different types; Especially as they are so short;

Our Justine
The patient patient:
Blossoming

Here is another about the Cyclone Larry that hit us last week:

Psycho Cyclone

Larry came with gifts
Destruction, Mayhem, wind, rain:
Power Lines down, not spirit

Swoosh of rain, car alarm
Crash of steel, clap of thunder:
Houses blew down, not spirit;

Not that good yet but you are inspiring me to try my hand at a few new things; Keep up the progress my sweet and I am thinking of you; Oh and those cheeky platypi (?) did not show their beaked heads today, so off to the National Park again tomorrow;

All my love is swooshing, bobbing, ducking and diving its way to a window near you;

Your friend

Oli

29 March 2006 - Mackay, East Coast of Oz

gary flint

hey Justine - this is just fantastic progress; you are both doing so well - i am so proud of you; Did he mention i popped up to the local pub quiz last week? I was great - i think you need to but jon an encylopedia for Xmas!!! he is VERY simple!! you keep smiling - love to you both - Gazza xx

29 March 2006 - London

Breathe Easy Sheffield

Dear Justine

Love and special thoughts from all at Breathe Easy Sheffield;

28 March 2006 - Sheffield

Gemma Sargent

Hey Sweetie,
What can I say?! Well done you! It gives me so much pleasure to see that you are improving day by day, it brings a smile to my face & makes me fight my everyday battle that little bit more ( you know what I mean);
Each day you improve, the closer you are to getting that Frappuccino! Believe you and me, its gonna be the biggest one you can ever have!
Keep smiling chick, am here all the way with ya!
Much Love,

Gemma xx

28 March 2006 - cuffley, herts, Great Britain

Grazyna

Hey sweetie - SO glad to hear the good news; Bet everyone around you is skipping for joy; You keep up the good work, y'hear? How're those wedding plans coming along? g, xxx

28 March 2006 - Kingsbury

Hi Justine

Im so pleased to read your diary and news and to hear that you are getting a bit better each day; Its always so nice to sit and have a break from work to read your diary messages from all your other friends, and Trevor Sullivan's almost made me cry today;;; You truly are a top girl!

Can't quite believe im getting married in 2 weeks & im getting pretty nervous, both Gav and I obviously realise you won't be able to make it to our wedding, but you will be in our thoughts and I will raise a small glass of pop to your health, happiness and a speedy recovery;

Hope todays brings a few more steps and some more ice cream to give you another cheeky smile!

Lots of love to you and Jon;

Den xxx

28 March 2006 - London

Jeff H

Just a word from france to say we love ya;;;take care;;kisses

28 March 2006 - France

Olly

Dear Diary Girl,

Fabulous to read your diary entry my lovely, awesome in fact; Has brightened my whole day up; Mikey is off on a cruise for three days (so out of contact for a short while) but I am sure he will be absolutely delighted so I will send you love from the both of us; Well I am off for an early night because I am off to try and find the elusive platypus tomorrow;

Allegedly there is a National Park nearby that David Attenborough spent oodles of time studying them; I have spent hours next to lakes waiting to see one in the wild but to no avail so far;

I hope your progress continues onwards and upwards; Take care and keep smiling kiddo, your one in a quintillion;

Luck and love on its way,

Olly

28 March 2006 - Mackay, East Coast of Oz

Lesley

Have just read the latest entry in your diary; You have come such a long way in the last few days; You are truly an inspiration to us all; Love to both you and JK;

28 March 2006 - Braintree

Emily

Hi Justine, sorry I havent written in a while but I am also back in hospital with a chest infection and bloodstream infection, so also suspended from the list; DOH!

I was overjoyed to be able to log on today and to see your progress, YAY you!! That has made my day so much brighter! :) Keep on going, you are doing fantastically well, I remember having frustrations of 2 steps forward 1 step back, but bit by bit you will get there;;;;go girly; Stay strong and positive;

Much love xx

28 March 2006 - UK

Trevor O Sullivan

DELIGHTED to read your diary entry Justine, I am always delighted when you are able to write; Tueday is another day illuminated by the wonderful signs of recovery you are making; I think the highlight of todays news was the mention of Vanilla Ice Cream - I bet that was the best you ever tasted - I still have fond recollections of a calippo ice lolly during my recovery;

It absolutely makes my day to get any little positive sign you are getting better, so the last few days updates have been simply fantastic;

Everyone who is touched by your prescence in their lives will hopefully pass on the message of how important organ donation is; I can't wait for the day I hear you have had your transplant operation; I plan to do cartwheels across the newsroom here - and Justine, I don't even know how to do them - but I will make the effort when the good news comes

You remind me so much of myself Justine - I never knew when to give in and you don't either; The fighter in you has overcome the most massive obstacles - and the fighter inside Justine Laymond will overcome many more until the ultimate prize, a new life is in your sight;

I wish everyone in life had a little piece of Justine in them - the courage - the creativity - the inspiration - the bravery - you are such a unique person -

So Justine

Keep Smiling

Keep Improving A Little More Every Day

Keep Fighting

and most of all - KEEP being a part of our lives

Now - where's that Vanilla Ice Cream?

TrevX

28 March 2006

Liz

Hi Justine,

We have been keeping up to date with your progress via your website and are really pleased that you are recovering from your op and are getting your strength back; Would love to see you and Jon when you are feeling better; Keep fighting on! Lots of love, Liz and Graham; x x x

28 March 2006 - Harlow

Ange & Sarge

Chin up mate - great to hear you are on the mend; Look forward to catching up with you in October when i will be Mrs Sargent!! Sounds weird!
Talk care my love, will watch your progress; Love Ange & Sargie x

28 March 2006 - Sydney, Australia

Helena

Dear Justine Nearly midnight here in Spain but just checking on your progress; So delighted to see the diary entry; You've come so far in the last few days and been so brave, you're an example to us all; Love to you and JK Helena

27 March 2006 - Spain

Leila

sooooooooooo lovely to see your message on here tonight; we think of you all the time and so glad your making progress what a fighter; Your a true star!!!!!!

Loads a love Leila, Ryan and Izzy xxxx

27 March 2006 - Bishop Stortford -Herts

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