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Name:

Suzanne Roberts

Date:

30 Dec 2005

Time:

19:18:53

Comments

Dear Bennett Family, My heart aches for your lose. I too, received the same phone call that you did when my daughter was attending a before school kids care program in Pennsylvania on March 11, 2003. My daughter's scenerio was exact to Jarrods, as she was playing on the floor when the table came out of the wall and hit her from behind. I thank God that my daughter only received injuries. I THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for pushing all of your energy into lobbying this bill to assure maintenance on cafeteria tables. I am so sorry you have lost your son and you had to experience this. Your family will continually be in my thoughts and prayers.

Name:

Suzanne

Date:

30 Dec 2005

Time:

19:09:35

Comments

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

25 Dec 2005

Time:

22:17:28

Comments

I LOVE YOU BABY DOLL! ! MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2005 xOxO *Jillian* my shining star in the christmas night sky **

Name:

Grandma Elsie

Date:

25 Dec 2005

Time:

20:50:47

Comments

Jarod, it is Christmas again without you but I know your spirit will always be with us. And I miss you so much and I think about you everyday. Hope you are having lots of fun and have your bugs to play with. Keep watching over us as our Little Angle until we are meant to be together again. I go to the creek and watch the lobsters for you, and they are still there and safe. Merry Christmas My Angel, I Love you Grandma

Name:

Jarod's Family

Date:

25 Dec 2005

Time:

11:36:27

Comments

Merry Christmas Buddy!, We love you and are thinking of you today with all of our love. Dad

Name:

Mommy

Date:

25 Dec 2005

Time:

09:11:00

Comments

Merry Christmas baby!! I love you and miss you soooo much!!!!Can't wait to be with you again. Its hard every day not having you here (in body), but I know you are here with us in spirit. I think of you all of the time. XOXOX I love you biscuit!! Love, Mommy

Name:

Matt Baker

Date:

25 Dec 2005

Time:

03:39:20

Comments

Merry Christmas.

Name:

Jarod's Dad

Date:

24 Dec 2005

Time:

21:05:13

Comments

We (Dad, Jillian, Jacob, Christine, Aunt Nancy, Unclue Jim, Anna, & Max) went to church for the children’s Christmas Pageant, it was very nice, I thought about you a lot. It would have been so much fun fo you. I pray you are happy and doing something fun. Love Dad

Name:

Theresa Kreitzer

Date:

24 Dec 2005

Time:

13:12:59

Comments

I was so touched by your website. God Bless you and your famliy. I can't pretend to understand the loss you all have felt these past two years. Pleasse try to find comfort in knowing you have your own special Christmas Angel.

Name:

Becky Miles Gilreath

Date:

24 Dec 2005

Time:

12:56:28

Comments

I just wanted to let you all know that you're in my thoughts and prayers, especially around this time of year. Lots of love, Becky

Name:

*~*~Emily*~*~

Date:

23 Dec 2005

Time:

15:02:38

Comments

Well i just came across this site and it is very nice and i actually dont know what the feeling is to lose a brother i have two older brothers and i dont know what i would do with out them so i just wanted to say that i will keep you all in my preyers and that every thing happens for a reason even if it may not be good at the time god wanted him for some reason in heaven so he is in a better place now. And i will never forget this lil guy (R.I.P. Jarod)you all are in my hearts and have a good holiday luv always and forever *~*~emily napper*~*~ 14 of(detroit michigan)

Name:

Stephanie Flannery

Date:

23 Dec 2005

Time:

09:53:17

Comments

I wanted to thank you for taking your loss and turning it into something so positive. I live in Lebanon, and will have a child entering Lebanon Schools in a few years - it makes me feel so much better knowing that you have helped to make our schools safer. Sincerely, Stephanie Flannery, Lebanon, OH sflannery@cinci.rr.com

Name:

In memory of my loved ones

Date:

22 Dec 2005

Time:

17:40:05

Comments

God bless your family. I want to go home and hug my kids and never let go. I am so very sorry for your loss, your pain and your grief. I cannot even imagine how you feel but please know that prayers are with you.

Name:

Rick Setty, R.S.

Date:

21 Dec 2005

Time:

11:22:22

Comments

Hello, I am a father of three and as such cannot begin to imagine the pain that you all have had to share. No parent ever wants to bury a child. It is hard enough when an elderly parent passes away, as when my dad did last year. I am also the Director of Environmental Health for the District Board of Health-Mahoning County. Jarod's Law will fall on my shoulders to administer and enforce. We have always had a school inspection program, however, this law's provisions plus other revisions concurrently proposed by the Ohio Department of Health will bolster and put additional teeth into our program. I believe there is general consensus that all of these revisions are long overdue. Please rest assured that I will continue to do all in my power to prevent such a tragedy from occurring, at least here in Mahoning County. Merry Christmas, and may God be with you this holiday season.

Name:

Ashley

Date:

21 Dec 2005

Time:

09:50:35

Comments

I am so touched in viewing this website. I feel so deeply for you, though I will never be able to understand your pain. My thoughts are with all of you. God Bless Jarod and his family.

Name:

Matt Baker

Date:

21 Dec 2005

Time:

03:36:44

Comments

EVERY time I come to Jarod and Katie's websites, I feel the tears well up again. THANK YOU for the website. May your Christmas be as wonderful and lovely as it possibly can. http://www.blogger.com/profile/13066032

Name:

Matt Baker

Date:

21 Dec 2005

Time:

03:32:19

Comments

FOR YOU. http://introverteddeviate.blogspot.com/2005/12/jarods-law_113507401986500100.html

Name:

Mark E. Treglia

Date:

21 Dec 2005

Time:

03:27:19

Comments

Good evening, I know you do not know me. My name is Mark E. Treglia and I reside in Memphis Tennessee. I am currently finishing my last year of my 20 year Navy Career. I was searching Google for pictures of our Statue of Liberty when I came upon this site. Words cannot describe how I feel after viewing the pages of your memorial for your son. What a beautiful child you have and I can only express my DEEPEST condolences. The only thing that is more beautiful is the memorial website you created for him. I am almost in tears writing this letter to you as so many americans just do not realize what it is like to lose life and love. I have seen enough tragedy in my 38 years of life and 21 years in the Navy to last any moral person infinite lifetimes. Whenever I see a memorial for the everyday person, I have to stop and pay my respects. Sir, Ma'am, I am SO sorry for your loss and I come to attention to you all this evening, and render my sharpest salute.....to you.....my family....as all americans are my family, for they are the ones I pledge my life to in the pursuit of liberty and freedom, through love and life. My deepest and warmest sincerity, Mark E. Treglia

Name:

Mark E. Treglia

Date:

21 Dec 2005

Time:

03:27:09

Comments

Good evening, I know you do not know me. My name is Mark E. Treglia and I reside in Memphis Tennessee. I am currently finishing my last year of my 20 year Navy Career. I was searching Google for pictures of our Statue of Liberty when I came upon this site. Words cannot describe how I feel after viewing the pages of your memorial for your son. What a beautiful child you have and I can only express my DEEPEST condolences. The only thing that is more beautiful is the memorial website you created for him. I am almost in tears writing this letter to you as so many americans just do not realize what it is like to lose life and love. I have seen enough tragedy in my 38 years of life and 21 years in the Navy to last any moral person infinite lifetimes. Whenever I see a memorial for the everyday person, I have to stop and pay my respects. Sir, Ma'am, I am SO sorry for your loss and I come to attention to you all this evening, and render my sharpest salute.....to you.....my family....as all americans are my family, for they are the ones I pledge my life to in the pursuit of liberty and freedom, through love and life. My deepest and warmest sincerity, Mark E. Treglia

Name:

Aimee Lane

Date:

20 Dec 2005

Time:

21:11:29

Comments

I watched your family stand so strong while Jarod's Law was being signed yesterday, December 19, 2005. I can't imagine the pain you have been through since the loss of your son. As soon as I went to your web site and read what had happened to your baby, I forwarded it to my 4 sons prinicpal to make sure she was aware of what you had been through as well. I went to work today and made sure everyone there was aware too so hopefully no one, no one will every have to hurt like you have had to hurt. I am sorry that Jarod was taken so young, but look what how many lives this child has touched in such a short period of time. Theses words mean nothing to you,they bring you no ease of your pain, but to other children out in this world who are now safer because of what your family has done, Thank you!

Name:

CDL

Date:

20 Dec 2005

Time:

10:38:05

Comments

Romans 8:28, "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose".

Name:

Bob Guillozet

Date:

20 Dec 2005

Time:

10:12:31

Comments

Thanks to you and your family for turning such a devastating accident into hope for millions of school and pre-school children that this type of accident should never happen again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. As a retired fire inspector, I have inspected our local schools many times but I was unaware of the dangers involved with these types of tables, I will pass along the information about Jarod's Law to our current fire inspectors and I am sure if they become aware of these dangers that they will pass their concerns on to the Dept. of Health Inspectors for follow up. Again thank you and congratulations for getting Jarod's Law passed and signed into law.

Name:

Bill

Date:

20 Dec 2005

Time:

09:56:42

Comments

The one thing I have not been able to find is how to easily tell if the tables at my kid's school are inherently "safe" enough. Operational rules (e.g. Warning stickers; chaining to walls or each other and who can move them) are not a good solution -- they do not prevent a problem; just increase awareness and hopefully decrease the odds. The better solution is safe designs. I notice that the legs of the tables at my kid's school are L shaped, so that the wheelbase is about a foot wider than the folded table. When I was a kid, the legs were more I shaped, so the wheelbase was approximately the size of the folded table. Is the purpose of this design change to prevent tipping? How much do the wheels need to "stick" out to meet your concerns?

Name:

Melea, Sophie, Jay & Cole Blaskovich

Date:

20 Dec 2005

Time:

07:55:49

Comments

We are living in Florida now and just wanted you all to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. My Mom lives in London, OH and she e-mailed me about Jarod's law being on the news in Ohio...maybe Florida should be next. :) Our thoughts and prayers are with you every day. Sincerely- Melea, Jay, Sophie and Cole

Name:

MMR

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

23:20:46

Comments

After reading a story today about Jarod's law, I visited your website and read your harrowingly honest account of what happened the day Jarod left this earth. I had to walk quickly to the restroom to avoid crying in front of everyone. I have two young kids myself, and this is my worst nightmare. In addition to your important contribution with Jarod's Law, I thank you for reminding us all to live each day well and appreciate everything we have. We can see from your website and photos that Jarod was loved and that he enjoyed his time here. I actually wanted to read your story again tonight in the privacy of my home, but it doesn't seem to be coming up on the homepage--maybe too many visitors today, on this important day.

Name:

Annaliesa

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

22:18:09

Comments

I have just heard of your terrible loss on Newscenter. I immeadiately had to visit the site, at which time my eyes and face became consumed in tears while reading the sequence of events. I am awfully sorry about your loss, although it seems today he's beaming down proud of the awesome accomplishment that has been met today. Congrats on Jarod's Law. Happy and safe holidays to you all.

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

21:58:32

Comments

Jarod , today was very hard, to imagine that you are never coming back , and i have to live christmas by christmas that you are now a memory in my head , b/c you just arent here with me any more , and its soo hard . it is. i miss you so much. i love you to death , and untill death. your big sis. you rest in my heart baby angel *jillian*

Name:

Karen Barry

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

20:33:11

Comments

My heart goes out to your family today. I pray that god will provide you with strength and comfort throughout this holiday season.

Name:

RM

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

19:11:17

Comments

You are in our prayers each day, especially today!

Name:

Michael & Tara Prior

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

17:57:42

Comments

Sorry for your incredible loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Congratulations on making Jarod's Law a reality. As future parents ourselves it is people like you who make the world a safer place. Boston,Ma

Name:

Holly Bresch

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

17:27:56

Comments

Sorry for your unbelieveable loss. Congratulations of Jarods law

Name:

Holly Bresch

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

17:27:46

Comments

Sorry for your unbelieveable loss. Congratulations of Jarods law

Name:

haley cuffman

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

14:46:15

Comments

hey lil guy...today is december 19....im missing u so much....thinking about you all day now...xoxo

Name:

Jodi

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

13:54:55

Comments

Jim and Family, I dont know you, but my husband works with you Jim. As soon as I woke up this morning I prayed for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family more than you know. Jody and I were talking how strong of a family you are to take one of lifes worse tragedies and turn it into something so wonderful with Jarod's Law. To be able to channel all the devastation, grief, hurt, anger and total desparation into something so wonderful as Jarod's Law. Your strength and determination are beyond inspiring. Jarod does live on not only in heart & memory, but through the lives of children who will be saved because of Jarod's Law. I pray God's greatest blessings on your entire family during this Chrismtas Season. I pray that His peace which passes all understanding will flood your heart, soul and mind. And, that you will continue to let Him be your strength. God bless you Bennett Family, Jodi Hodge.

Name:

Cheryl Cook

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

13:33:34

Comments

What a lovely tribute to a very special boy and his family! I'm glad that I took the time to read your story. There are no words which could adequately express my sympathy to you. Thank you for your efforts in seeking changes to make our schools safer. Locks were installed on the pull-down tables in our school last spring. At the time, I didn't know what had caused the concern. Now that I know, I will think of Jarod every time I see those red locks. Best wishes to your loving family.

Name:

Jennifer

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

12:32:59

Comments

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

12:32:36

Comments

I just wanted to stop by to let you know that we are thinking about you all. You are never far from our hearts. May god give you the strength to get trough today.

Name:

Chris

Date:

19 Dec 2005

Time:

10:00:29

Comments

May God's peace be with your family today.

Name:

Donna Bishop

Date:

16 Dec 2005

Time:

15:58:56

Comments

Thank you for your video. I am an elementary principal and I never want anyone to experience your kind of loss. My prayers go out to your family as your lives were forever changed.

Name:

Christine Dettra

Date:

16 Dec 2005

Time:

13:21:39

Comments

God Bless your family at this difficult time of year, and congratulations on the legislative decisions that have been made. Thank you for making a difference for all of our children. Jarod is in all of our hearts.

Name:

Margaret Krueger

Date:

16 Dec 2005

Time:

11:42:43

Comments

I am a principal at an elementary school who takes your message to heart. We will be making some changes in the cafeteria / gym where the tables are stored. I thank you for your message and pray for you this holiday season. God Bless you and your family.

Name:

Bill and Debbie Young

Date:

14 Dec 2005

Time:

22:06:46

Comments

Jim,Jenny,Jillian and Jacob, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time of year. Bill, Debbie and Ross Young

Name:

JEFF MEYER

Date:

12 Dec 2005

Time:

12:56:27

Comments

I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS, ITS HARD TO LOSE A LOVED ONE NOTHING COMPARES TO LOSING A CHILD. I READ YOUR STORY AND IT TOUCHED ME DEEPLY. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU, AND MAY YOUR BROKEN HEART FIND PEACE. AND REMBER HE MAY BE GONE BUT THE LOVE YOU SHARE GOES ON. GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF HIM, OF THIS YOU CAN BE SHURE. PEACE BE WITH YOU. ...............JEFF.....................

Name:

Kyler (kylerself@cox.net)

Date:

08 Dec 2005

Time:

16:28:27

Comments

i love your guy's pictures at the front!! Merry Christmas to your whole faimly including Jared. I have wrote before about my cousin DJ Markuson. I just wanted to say Merry Christmas Jared!!! I live in Oklahome it's snowing! Is it snowing where you live? Merry Christmas and a happy new year God Bless You!! Kyler

Name:

Shirley Bonne

Date:

08 Dec 2005

Time:

11:54:40

Comments

Bennett Family - This website is so wonderful. What a precious gift to Jarod. We miss seeing you at Fernside and hope each of you are finding a little comfort each day. We will be thinking about you during Christmas, but as we've discovered, a holiday isn't much worse than any other day. I trust that Jarod and Jordan are friends in Heaven. Just remember - every day we're one day closer to seeing our children again!

Name:

MLJ

Date:

07 Dec 2005

Time:

23:25:45

Comments

Thank you for sharing your painful experience. God bless you and keep you in His will.

Name:

Paige

Date:

02 Dec 2005

Time:

15:49:09

Comments

Tomorrow marks the anniversary of one of the last things we did together. The carriage parade looks like it will be just as cold this year as the last time we went together. I will be missing you Jarod.

Name:

Michelle in Illinois

Date:

29 Nov 2005

Time:

01:59:17

Comments

My heart breaks for you tonight. I lost a brother six years ago...I cannot imagine losing a child. I will hold you in my heart and lift you up in prayer.

Name:

Jillian

Date:

28 Nov 2005

Time:

23:00:11

Comments

Just checking up on ya lil guy! i miss you !!!! = ToNz xOxO *Jillian Bennett* (your big sis)

Name:

Jarod's Dad (Jim)

Date:

24 Nov 2005

Time:

19:42:59

Comments

Happy Thanksgiving buddy. I Love you and I am thinking of you a alot today. With all my love, always and forever. Dad

Name:

Karen Reeves

Date:

21 Nov 2005

Time:

22:03:45

Comments

Hello. I found the link to your website from Meghanshope.org. I am so sorry. I have a two year old son and reading your story made me just cry....it is a beautiful website in honor of your son. I am sure you have helped many people by sharing your story. Again, I am so sorry. Karen from Canton, GA

Name:

Jennifer (Jarod's mom)

Date:

20 Nov 2005

Time:

15:24:25

Comments

I'm missing you so much "Biscuit". This week is Thanksgiving and I'm so lucky and thankful to have been and will always be your mommy! Your in my thoughts all of the time. I hope you know how much I will always love you, baby!! Love, Mommy

Name:

Diane

Date:

19 Nov 2005

Time:

22:25:46

Comments

I never knew him, but I'll never forget him. I have visited your site numerous times. Each time I cry. You are in my thoughts, especially during the holidays.

Name:

Emily

Date:

19 Nov 2005

Time:

03:34:30

Comments

I never knew Jarod but I found this website through Katie Aylors site and was just touched by your little boy. Just by looking at his photos and that cute little face I see such a vibrant little boy. He reminds me so much of my brother Elliott, and although there are never any words a person can say to take the pain out of this situation I wanted to say that I love the fact that you have constructed such an awesome link as your son's physical lifeline on this earth. I will keep your family in my prayers and I would like to thank Jarod for touching my heart today. Love, Emily

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

18 Nov 2005

Time:

09:59:50

Comments

Praying for your family through the upcoming months...Proverbs 3:5 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; lean not on your own understanding". He will keep you.

Name:

Kyler Self

Date:

14 Nov 2005

Time:

14:11:57

Comments

I'm so sorry about your son somthing very simalar happened to one of my best friends also a family member my cousin DJ Markuson moved from California to Oklahoma He went to my school we played together at recess.The P.E. teacher made us move the lunch tables we never new they could kill us but now I know. My teacher said you guys maybe hearing rumors but D.J. well the lunch table fell on him I couldn't hold back the tears. I cried the whole day of scool. Jason his little brother didn't know he thought his brother was fine so I told him he wasn't Jason didn't cry in front of his friends but I knew he wanted to. I stayed with D.J. for the rest of the school year. I even spent the night at his house it killed me just to watch his pain. God Bless You!! Love, Kyler Self kylerself@cox.net (11 years old)

Name:

Valerie Markuson

Date:

12 Nov 2005

Time:

17:23:29

Comments

Dear Bennett Family, I can only imagine what you've been through,with the loss of little Jarod. Our family resembles yours, as we have a 16yr old daughter and two sons, 11 and 7. Our 11yr old son DJ,was severely injured last April, when a similar cafeteria table fell on him. His 5th grade class was instructed to move these tables out from being stored in the back of the gym, and placed throughout the gym to prepare for lunch. DJ was pulling the table behind him, when his shoe got caught in the legs. The table fell forward, landing on top of him. He landed face first, losing 2 permanent teeth, and a spiral fracture to his leg. DJ wore a cast for 3 months, and has gone through many dental procedures. His dental work will continue long into his future. I thank God, that DJ is still with us today. I know that this was not the case for so many other children who have come in contact with these horrible killers, they call cafeteria tables. I am going to seek information as to what I can do here, in my state of Oklahoma, to be sure that this nonsense is prevented. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all that you have done. May God bless you and your entire family. Sincerely, Valerie Markuson scrpbkrv@aol.com

Name:

Keri

Date:

10 Nov 2005

Time:

21:11:01

Comments

I hope everything is and will be okay. You guys still remain in my prayers. I love you guys.

Name:

LaAmy'a Nowak

Date:

10 Nov 2005

Time:

14:24:28

Comments

I didn't know Jarrod, or any of the people you know. I found this site through Katie Aylors site, and thought I'd check it out. I've lost a few friends in my seventeen years of life, my best friend died just 2 years ago. I'm sorry for your loss, though I know even those words will never soothe your pain. I didn't know Katie Aylor either, but I often visit her site, for her death, and her beauty both touched my heart so tremendously. LaAmya ♥

Name:

Court

Date:

06 Nov 2005

Time:

19:09:47

Comments

You can see your love for your son through this website.He was very adorable and seemed nice.I never got to meet him though.I will pray for you and your family.

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Date:

05 Nov 2005

Time:

21:49:53

Comments

This site is very beautiful. I wanted to let Jarod's family know Im from the Pocono’s, Pennsylvania & 2 years ago I lost my 16 yr old cousin in a car accident. Which devastated my family. I understand the grief and pain your dealing with and never will stop dealing with everyday for the rest of your lives. I wanted to leave you this quote President Roosevelt - " After the death of a child things will never be the same " With that said go with peace and know that Jarrod will never be gone, he’s in your hearts & no one or no thing can take that away from you.

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

02 Nov 2005

Time:

17:48:32

Comments

I love you buddy .... im almost dredding Christmas this year things are good ... but are bad at the same time ... nothing is the same any more so much has changed and its hard still to sit here and look at pitures and know you should be here .... like recently moms wedding it was amazing i wish you were there to hang out with me , and dad has a new girlfriend that he has had for a while now , and the New Years party this year at the New HUGE beach house ... i mean your supposed to be there , your supposed to be there for me , with me . <just writing my thoughts down to you Jarod> xOxO *Jillian* (always your big Sis)

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Love, Dad

Date:

31 Oct 2005

Time:

19:42:15

Comments

Happy Halloween Buddy

Name:

Friend in Christ

Date:

31 Oct 2005

Time:

10:05:28

Comments

Thinking of your family and praying for a peaceful day.

Name:

haley cuffman

Date:

27 Oct 2005

Time:

21:49:15

Comments

jarod...i miss u so much...luv you lil guy

Name:

Paige

Date:

18 Oct 2005

Time:

16:50:21

Comments

Jarod, As we get closer to Halloween I can't help but be reminded of our last Halloween together and how much fun we had that night. missing you, love always,

Name:

Kayla Bowman

Date:

18 Oct 2005

Time:

08:53:08

Comments

Dear Bennett family, I know things are hard now but trust me they will get better everyday. Just remember all the good times you had and that one day you will see him again. Jillian I know what it's like to have a brother die, my brother Bryan died January 31 2004 I didnt think I would ever move on but I promise things will get easier and Im sure Bryan and Jarod are having a blast up in heaven. Our family's thoughts are with you. - The Bowman Family

Name:

PATRICK

Date:

17 Oct 2005

Time:

03:39:25

Comments

DEAR JAROD , S FAMILY , I HEARD ABOUT YOUR SON BEING CRUSHED & KILLED BY THAT CAFETERIA TABLE , WHEN I WENT TO SCHOOL WE MADE IT OUT OF THE CAFETERIA SAFELY & NEITHER OF US GOT KILLED BY A TABLE . I DIDN ,T KNOW ABOUT JAROD UNTIL NOW , I ,M THINKING ABOUT THE PAIN YOU GUYS ARE GOIN, THROUGH I HEARD THAT JAROD HAD A VERY NICE LIKENESS WITH BUGS BUT I DON ,T . I HAVE HEARD OF OTHER FAMILY TRADEGIES , BUT NOT YOURS , A CAFETERIA TABLE IS A VERY DANGEROUS THING . MAY THE LORD GOD BE WITH JAROD .

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JENNIFER

Date:

14 Oct 2005

Time:

12:56:22

Comments

Dear Bennett family even though it seems as though not many are signing the guest book, please don't be discouraged. I come to this sight quite often. I do not leave messages regularly though. Jarod is in my thoughts everyday and I know many others too. My daughter, Michaela, was in the same 1st. grade class with him, and like so many others, she misses him deeply. Jarod’s law, your site, and your strength are truly an inspiration to us all. Please know that your little boy has not been forgotten, he will remain in our hearts forever.

Name:

Sheila

Date:

14 Oct 2005

Time:

00:20:50

Comments

I heard parts of this story on the news recently and wrote down the websight. What a beautiful job you've done in honoring and remembering your son! A friend of mine recently lost her 6 year old boy. He was part of his father's murder/suicide plan. He was an only child. It shocked the community. Many, many people came to the funeral home there as well. It is so tragic...the loss of a child. I pray for my children and I will pray for your family now as well. I am passing along this poem to you in hopes that it will help heal. I don't know who wrote it but I've saved it for years and I send it out anytime I hear of a young person dying. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Jarod. Stay strong. Remember, if God takes you to it, He takes you through it. When God calls little children To dwell with Him above, We mortals sometimes question The wisdom of His love. For no heartache compares with The death of one small child Who does so much to make our world Seem wonderful and mild. Perhaps God tires of calling the aged to his fold So He picks a rosebud before it can grow old. God knows how much we need them And so He takes but few To make the land of Heaven More beautiful to view. Believing this is difficult Still somehow we must try The saddest word mankind knows Will always be “Goodbye.” So when a little child departs, We who are left behind Must realize God loves children Angels are hard to find.

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Carol West

Date:

09 Oct 2005

Time:

10:45:31

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God bless you! Your site is beautiful, and a wonderful honor to Jarod. I hope you and your family are doing well. Aren't you grateful to our Savior Jesus Christ and His atonement that makes it possible for you to be reunited with Jarod some day, even if it does seem too far away. I found your site with a google search for a gr, gr-gandmother of mine named Eliza Tremper(Trinter?). Is there some way I can get your information on her? Thank you so very much. Carol

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Chris Bennett

Date:

06 Oct 2005

Time:

05:46:54

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I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am a Father of two, Jacob and Jessica aged 6 and 3. I there can be nothing worse than the loss of one of your children, however I admire your strength and positive attitudes and this website is a wonderful reminder of a clearly joyus young man. I live in Portsmouth England and am also a Bennett my thoughts will be with you this winter time. All the best.

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christy

Date:

05 Oct 2005

Time:

22:32:04

Comments

i well pray for you and you family and pray that the law passes

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kimberly

Date:

05 Oct 2005

Time:

22:25:49

Comments

I will forever more keep you in my thoughts and prayers

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Pat

Date:

04 Oct 2005

Time:

18:00:17

Comments

After talking with you today - I clicked on Jarod site. I don't do it often because it is too painful - the tears come. Watching the picture is a reminder of what we are missing but also how much we got. Your a great Dad and wonderful person.

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Date:

04 Oct 2005

Time:

15:15:35

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Hello my name is Jordan and I went to Lebanon High School. I was Jarod's mentor for his class. He was a really sweet boy and it kills me every time Ii think of him. Jarod was my buddy and I do miss dearly. I am truly sorry and we all know that we will be with him again.

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tess

Date:

02 Oct 2005

Time:

11:45:31

Comments

sometimes lay awake and think that how could God do this. then I think God has a plan for all of us.

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Christina Nolan

Date:

28 Sep 2005

Time:

10:42:55

Comments

Jenny this message is for you. I don't know if you remember me, but I went to school with you at Carosel Beauty. I left very suddenly but I still think of you often. I remember your penny story that happened. I believe that loved ones that have past away can let us know somehow they are okay. I didn't know Jarod but its weird I think of him often. I looked for this web address about 6 months ago and wasn't able to find it and today I was typing a T in my browser and it popped up. I am so happy to have found it and I am so happy that there is now Jarod Law. That's awesome. If you get this please email me. I would love to hear from you. My email is christina4102@yahoo.com You are in my thoughts and prayers Jenny

Name:

Ethan

Date:

23 Sep 2005

Time:

21:01:05

Comments

The story of your son is very heart breaking. I am only 14 but can understand what a terrible lost your family suffered. My thoughts and prayers are with you...

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haley cuffman

Date:

23 Sep 2005

Time:

12:23:27

Comments

thinking about you a lot lately bud...i miss you Jarod...luv ya

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Sister in Christ

Date:

22 Sep 2005

Time:

17:21:37

Comments

Praying for your family. God is a refuge, a shelter from the storms of life. May the peace of God give you comfort in your sorrow. He is all we need.

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Zach Beckner

Date:

14 Sep 2005

Time:

21:36:30

Comments

I AM SO SORRY FOR UR FAMILY ABOUT UR LOSE I HOPE U GUYS CAN ALWAYS KEEP HIM IN UR MINDS

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Jeri Hicks Debord

Date:

12 Sep 2005

Time:

09:50:48

Comments

I am terribly sorry for the loss you all experienced. I can not begin to comprehend what you all are going through. I lost my father when I was 17, and I am now 25, the only comfort that I have is just thinking that he is in a better place but eight years that still is not always comforting. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Date:

11 Sep 2005

Time:

22:28:30

Comments

We celebrated Jacob's 12th Birthday today. We missed you and wished you were here, it was fun. Love Dad

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Maureen McGillicuddy

Date:

01 Sep 2005

Time:

13:44:45

Comments

I am Meghan Becks great aunt and I just read your sons story. I can relate to it . We lost Meg on Dec 18,2004 I am not a parent but was very close to Kims family. It was devestating for me so I cannot possibly think how you must feel. These kids I am sure were very special and that was why they were called. We will never know the reason until the day we have our turn. I built Meghan a little flower garden because she loved butterflies and kitties and I found this decorated rock which says it all. No farewell words were spoken, No time to say good-bye, You were gone before we knew it, and only GOD knows why.

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Carlis H.Vanover

Date:

01 Sep 2005

Time:

12:56:59

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Donita Buckingham

Date:

19 Aug 2005

Time:

16:22:57

Comments

My deepest Sympathy go out to you. I am myself a mother of two children that go to schools with those lunch tables and ever since I heard and saw what happened to Jarod I have been worried about my own children. I was sent an email from Doug Suter today announcing his participation in the Marathon and his reasons why, this is why I visited your site and left my responses. I hope and pray that this tragedy never happens again for all.

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David Hickey

Date:

19 Aug 2005

Time:

15:14:11

Comments

Dear Bennett Family, Your tragic story has touched me deeply. It reminds me that Life is precious, fragile, and can be short. Please know that you are in my prayers, and that I will also have my oldest boy (he's 4 1/2) pray for you all as well.

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Peggy Rountree

Date:

19 Aug 2005

Time:

14:58:36

Comments

I have just visited your website for the first time, and I was so moved by your story. My family and I live here in Lebanon and remember when it happened. It was such a tragedy. Your love for your son shows in every page of this website. In reading your story with my three children on my lap, we all deeply wept and selfishly thanked God for our family. Your lives have touched ours and your faith and commitement towards your son inspires us. Our son is 6, he too, plays football, and he will be attending Louisa Wright. I only mention all of this because it makes me realize that life is so fragile, so quick to change. We will hold your family in our hearts and in our prayers.

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Lisa sqire

Date:

18 Aug 2005

Time:

20:05:37

Comments

A BEAUTIFUL WEBSITE FOR A BEAUTIFUL BOY ! I dont know how you cope ,i could'nt if i lost one of my angels . . I think your all very brave and my heart goes out to you all . Take care x

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Ashley Guinn

Date:

12 Aug 2005

Time:

21:33:43

Comments

So Sorry for your loss..my prayers go out to you family

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Renee Collins

Date:

11 Aug 2005

Time:

00:02:08

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Courtney

Date:

05 Aug 2005

Time:

13:54:56

Comments

This website shows your love.I recently lost my grandfather.My prayers go out to your family.

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Courtney

Date:

05 Aug 2005

Time:

13:54:47

Comments

This website shows your love.I recently lost my grandfather.My prayers go out to your family.

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Date:

03 Aug 2005

Time:

11:20:50

Comments

sorry about the loss of you son- what a wonderful site- God bless your family and friends. -Brittany

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Andrew

Date:

02 Aug 2005

Time:

15:10:38

Comments

I found this web site by typing in my deceased sons name Adam Vitaterna and found that his name was mentioned in your guestbook by another child. Our tragedies are similar as well as our quest to make other children safer, in your case Jarod's law and in my case pushing for new laws to be implemented at the waterfalls that took my son's life.In addition we have both started memorial funds to assist other children.My son's web site is www.adamvitaterna.com. I admire your strnegth to keep on going and making something good happen from such a tragedy. It would be too easy to give up and I am sure Jarod and Adam are looking over us and happy with what we are doing. Keep it up.

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Jarod Mitchell(jarmitc2032a@yahoo.com)

Date:

31 Jul 2005

Time:

09:49:36

Comments

I was doing a search for my name, and came across your site. Sorry for loss. My heart goes goest out to you

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Angela- www.caringbridge.org/ma/heathergrace

Date:

27 Jul 2005

Time:

22:47:02

Comments

I wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you all. I am so sorry for the loss of your amazing little boy.

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Chandra Bessette

Date:

27 Jul 2005

Time:

21:55:22

Comments

First, I m sorry for the loss of Jarrod. Your story made me weep in your pain. I am in awe over the choice of butterflies I watch them and smile. I lost a very close relative in a tragic accident and he would catch butterflies, this past Monday as the family gathered around his gravesite a large monarch butterfly landed for all to see. We knew, even the skeptics, that our little angel was now safe and OK. I myself lost a daughter and that pain is so intense that life is to be lived for the moment. Not even sure how I got to your site but the butterflies greeted me here ;) Your son is so beautiful and the story is effective. I am so proud to see and hear of his bill go into law. You truly made a difference. Thank you for your dedication.

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Randy, Justin and Jessica

Date:

25 Jul 2005

Time:

12:11:00

Comments

Our hearts and thoughts go out to you and yours.

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tess

Date:

24 Jul 2005

Time:

13:30:14

Comments

happy b day !!!!!!!!! From the stars above always know that you are loved!!!!!!!!! love tess age9

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micheljoeyd@aol.com

Date:

23 Jul 2005

Time:

17:15:40

Comments

dear,bennett family, iam deeply sorry for the loss of your little boy jerod!! my heart goes out to you and your entire family. i know the pain . i lost my little precious 8 year old boy on march 19,2005 when a t.v. toppled over on him when he was playing on a video game (game cube)it was also the day we took home our new baby daughter home from the hospital .a day that was supposed to be a happy day turned tragdedy ..i will keep you in my prayers and in my thoughts one thing i know is god gives us the strength because i dont know how we are supposed to live with out our children .with much love&healing michele&family i also have a website in tribute to my son please visit us at http://josephdemeo.tripod.com/ ''rest in peace jarod ''

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Eddie Back & Trina Back

Date:

22 Jul 2005

Time:

21:02:28

Comments

In 1986 I lost someone very special he was only 5yrs old, His name was "Joey" he died of Cancer. I know what you are going through, the thoughts of little joe are there everyday. Just remember all the good things you had everyday with Jarod. I guess God needed one more child to play with little Joe. I know the both of them are playing and laughing together. And they are telling us that life goes on, and they are always with us everyday. Each time you feel a breeze that's Joey and Jarod just saying "HI" God bless you and your family, be strong and never forget that breeze. The Back Family

Name:

Jenny Waring

Date:

21 Jul 2005

Time:

22:27:33

Comments

my heart goes out to you.

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kaycee hopkins

Date:

18 Jul 2005

Time:

23:32:18

Comments

Dear the Bennett Family, i am so sorry that you have to live with out him he was a great kid. i attended the funeral because jacob invited me to be with him when he says his last good bye's to him great brother. I read the story on what happen in that time period i cried:-(. I AM SO SORRY THAT YOU GUYS LOST HIM SO EARLY IN HIS life. im sure you guys were great to him love kaycee hopkins

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Katie

Date:

18 Jul 2005

Time:

11:58:09

Comments

I am so sorry for the loss of your son. please know that my prayers are with you and your family. As a LHS student, i also went to louisa wright, and it just pains me to know that, that it could have happened to me, or ne of the other former lousa wright students. my condolenses-Katie

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whitney

Date:

17 Jul 2005

Time:

23:39:54

Comments

I will always remember jarod and his family.I love you guys~<3~whitney

Name:

Jillian Bennett

Date:

17 Jul 2005

Time:

11:02:10

Comments

Thinking about you baby doll!!!! i really wish you were here right now i need you. xOxO your big sis, *Jillian* I remember this one tiem i think i even have pictures of me and you (Jarod) dancing in my room and your(jarod)just swinging around and around in circle to the music. <3 you baby

Name:

Ricardo Amaral

Date:

16 Jul 2005

Time:

21:34:55

Comments

PEACE for Jarod, his family, his friends, and all of us... GOD BLESS YOU/US. This is a little message from an Brazilian abroad.

Name:

Katellynn (katie)

Date:

16 Jul 2005

Time:

05:40:10

Comments

Im sorry to here about your son..

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Margie Kasee

Date:

14 Jul 2005

Time:

10:51:15

Comments

I just seen this about web sit about your wonderful Jarod. I just wanted to express to you how my heart aches for you and your family. I could not even imagine if something happened to my girls. I just wanted to say my thoughts and prayers are with you.......

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Lindsay Cranfill

Date:

11 Jul 2005

Time:

09:47:11

Comments

This site is amazing and a great idea. I have worked with many elementary school kids and programs and know how dangerous and unsafe some facilities are. In Somerset, KY where I am from we have worked hard to change that. I believe that you will reach your goal and help many other families avoid the horror that you must have felt when you lost your son. Good luck and I will be praying for you all.

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Rachel

Date:

08 Jul 2005

Time:

15:30:37

Comments

Keep being strong. I will always remember Jarod and your family.

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Emily

Date:

08 Jul 2005

Time:

07:57:23

Comments

I'm sorry about Jarod. And I hope all is well with the rest of your family. I'm sure Jarod was really special to you but sometimes things like that happen and it's sad. Hope all is well, Emily

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Patrick Cremeans

Date:

03 Jul 2005

Time:

23:43:21

Comments

I am sorry for the devastating loss of your beloved Jarod. I hope and pray that I will never have to expierence anything that horrific and heartbreaking with my 2 kids. May god provide you with comfort throughout the rest of your days knowing that Jarod is beside him until you meet again in that beautiful place in the sky. Sincerely The Cremeans Family Pat,Teddi,Patrick,&Aleesha

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Sarah x

Date:

01 Jul 2005

Time:

15:51:41

Comments

Hello,Your site has really touched my heart, andi got very emotional reading it, i am also trying to get over 2 losses that i have through my teenage years, it is very hard, and i can not imagine how hard it must be for you, to loose such a precious thing, your site is very loving and shows a lot of pain u must feel, lots and lots and lots of love to all of your family, from sarah, Manchester England uk xxxxxxxxxxxxx

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Jackie Cydrus

Date:

29 Jun 2005

Time:

15:47:10

Comments

Even tho it has been 2 years ago, your story tore at my emotions. I sat an cried as I read what your family was put through. I happen to come across your story while searching for info on Head Start. While I read about the tables, I happen to remember that we had some around our students a while back. I couldn't understand why they couldn't be used. Come to find out it was the guidelines, they were not the recommmended size for head start. Now I completely understand. I feel for your loss and know that one day your family will overcome this pain. Not saying that you will forget, he will definitely be in your hearts forever, but one day things will become easier and you can think, dream, and remember without tears and heart ache.

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Date:

27 Jun 2005

Time:

15:01:59

Comments

Dear Bennett family, Judy Lambert shared this wonderful site about Jarod and his law with me today. I'm so sorry for your loss and inspired by your site. Sadly, we have something in common. My daughter Meghan died December 18th 2004 when her dresser fell on her. We miss her terribly, a pain you know all too well. I know how much the messages in Meghan's guestbook mean to us and I wanted to let you know Jarod and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Kudos to you for Jarod's law and for this beautiful site in his memory. Sending light and love, Kimberly Beck www.meghanshope.org

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Date:

26 Jun 2005

Time:

21:36:53

Comments

MY name is Judy Lambert and I found your website today during a search of falling furniture. My 3 year old daughter, Katie, was killed January 21st of this year when a large wardrobe cabinet fell on top of her. She was the light of my life, my precious angel. I know your pain. I just want to let you know that your Website is a wonderful loving tribute to your precious little boy. Through my tears I will be sending prayers and wishes of good luck for Jarod's Law to continue on. Please continue with the strength needed to move forward. You are doing great work. thank you. A fellow bereaved parent, Judy Lambert. www.katieeliselambert.com.

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Cindy Todd

Date:

24 Jun 2005

Time:

16:00:49

Comments

Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God I know it is hard to see good in this tragedy, but I believe that through Jarod's sacrifice, hundreds of children's lives will be saved through the awareness made public in his name (Jarod's Law). Your love for him is inspiring and so uplifting. I know without a doubt that he is looking down from above and smiling at each of you every day. Like the song says, "A breath aways not far to where you are". He is not far at all. I want to wish Jarod a "Very Happy Belated Birthday". I know our heavenly father had a huge, huge party for him in heaven. May God continue to Bless each of you and give you comfort and strength that only can come from him. I love your little boy as if he were my own. Take care and stay focused on the reunion you will have someday with this precious child.

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Patricia E. Suit

Date:

22 Jun 2005

Time:

18:43:48

Comments

My grandson, Robbie Biehl, was also hit by a lunch table - not secured - while at an after-school function at St Edwards School in Vero Beach, FL. Thankfully, Robbie survived with three fractures of his skull. It would seem to be so easy if these tables were just secured to the wall - a bongee cord would have saved Robbie's pain. What a disgrace to our schools. My heart and prayers go to your entire family.

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Nikki

Date:

21 Jun 2005

Time:

22:50:12

Comments

I just wanted to let the family know that im so sorry for what happened. You guys are in my prayers along with jarod. I send my love to you!

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Dr. Valerie Biehl

Date:

21 Jun 2005

Time:

07:41:03

Comments

I am so sorry. My son was 6 (3 mos ago) and a cafeteria table fell on him and fractured his skull in numerous places. I would like to email/talk with you more

Name:

Adelen Piatt

Date:

20 Jun 2005

Time:

12:36:20

Comments

hello. my name is adelen. i didnt at all know jarod, or ever see or talk to him, but i am very sorry for the loss. just know that jarod isnt gone, only the physical appearance of him. but his soul still lingers. i know im late, but happy birthday jarod!!!!!!! with all my love, adelen piatt, NC

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Kaytlin

Date:

19 Jun 2005

Time:

02:39:18

Comments

I am so sorry for your lot and i can not imagine what you have been through... Kaytlin Billings MT

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Date:

18 Jun 2005

Time:

23:11:38

Comments

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!!! I KNOW IT WAS YESTERDAY SO I MADE YOUR COUSIN CHOCOLATE BUGS!!!!! IMADE 8 OF THEM FOR YOU!!! I HOPE YOU'RE HAVING FUN!!!! ILOVE THOU!!!...ur prolly afraid of me! you havent even met me!! but i feel as though i know you!!! LOVE TONS!!!!!!!!!!! -Marie Elena Terbeck

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paul

Date:

18 Jun 2005

Time:

10:59:19

Comments

hi are you there

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Jessica Egger

Date:

18 Jun 2005

Time:

00:16:55

Comments

Hi Jacob and family, Thinking of you today and always...What a beautiful webpage. Sincerely, Mrs. Egger

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April

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

23:14:08

Comments

Happy Birthday Little One<3

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A Lebanon Mom

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

22:56:50

Comments

To Jarod Bennett's family, a Happy Birthday wish. You will oneday see Jarod and he will thank you for all of the little lives that you have saved in his name and for the wonderful effort you have made to keep his spirit alive. What love you have for this child and rightly so. God Bless You All! Happy 8th Birthday Jarod. Missed but not forgotten.

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~!*Jillian Bennett*~!

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

13:41:57

Comments

Happy Birthday BabY*** 8 years old wow ! almost 10 . Hope your having a ball in heaven .... i miss you .... I love you Xoxo *Jillian*

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RM

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

12:55:02

Comments

Happy birthday big fella! You are loved always!

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Jescina

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

12:30:26

Comments

Just wanted to wish Jarod's family a Happy Birthday to Jarod. I marked his birthday on my calender and have been looking forward to it for him. Ill be sure to sing happy birthday to him with my children today. Make it a happy day, Im sure Jarod would have. Take care. Jescina

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haley cuffman

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

12:27:01

Comments

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAROD! we love and miss u. x's and o's

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haley cuffman

Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

12:26:07

Comments

HAPPY BIRTHDA

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Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

11:03:16

Comments

Many prayers are with your family today. Job 19:25 "I know my Redeemer lives and on the last day he will stand upon the earth. And though my body be destroyed in my flesh I will see God."

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Date:

17 Jun 2005

Time:

00:31:39

Comments

Dear Jarod, We thought we would arrive at this day with joyous celebration; however our hearts are filled with remorse and grief for your love in this world. Although we remember the special moments we shared together, we truly miss what we won’t share today. With all my love, Happy Birthday Dad Bugs Forever, Forgetting Never!

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Julie Stevens, Saint Louis, MO

Date:

16 Jun 2005

Time:

23:34:46

Comments

You and your family are in my thoughts. I love the butterflies on this page -- very sweet. Happy Birthday Jarod!!

Name:

haley cuffman

Date:

16 Jun 2005

Time:

11:58:40

Comments

hasppy birthday a day early little man! we miss u so much. im gonna try my best to get some flowers out to u! luv u jarod~*xoxo

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April Griffin

Date:

14 Jun 2005

Time:

21:53:39

Comments

I can not express how much pain i feel for you. I myself have a 7 year old little boy who attends an after school program through our ymca. After watching your story on dateline with my mother and my son i was devasted to realize how dangerous these cafeteria tables are, and that during the winter months my sons boots were always stored with the toes of the boots under the table so that he had to grab them. Not having any fear of these tables until i heard your story. I am a very busy single mother of three boys who until today when i walked in the cafeteria to sign my son out of the program for the day your son and your story popped into my head. The cafeteria was very quiet because everyone was outside playing after signing him out and looking up, every table in that cafe was folded up against the wall it was then that i had thoughts of your story i went over to one of the tables to inspect it a bit, i jiggled it to see how sturdy it was or wasn't, it moved a lot when i did this. Realizing all the fear that had just built up inside me i immediatley went to one of the young girls who work for the program and told her of your story, and that i would bring in information to the principle and to her tomorrow. And i shall. So my heart felt prayers go out to you and your family. I also wish to thank you so very much for saving my child by making us all aware of this dangerous situation. God Bless!!!!! p.s. I found it to be very ironic that the bill was passed today and today is when Jarod and his story came to me. So Jarod, Thank You as well for being a guardian angel to all!

Name:

Linda Kaiser

Date:

14 Jun 2005

Time:

02:52:01

Comments

I am so touched by your story and your pain. I do know that pain. I lost my twin daughter to the inner cords of a window blind June 12, 2002. www.pfwbs.org I am sorry you have to live with this pain. It is just so painful and tragic. I pray that every wish on your list comes true. I love the song you played on the home page. I cried thinking of a boy named Jarod, whom I never knew, and my daughter who I lost 3 years ago. God bless you both and your children. May God continue to strengthen your family on this road of grief. Linda

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Michael Harrington

Date:

13 Jun 2005

Time:

14:56:30

Comments

Your pain is beyond my ability to comprehend and your strength is an example to the world. Your little boy is with you always, his love reaches you from beyond this world and I know you receive graces from Heaven through him. Have no doubt, his little soul is a saint in Heaven. Tomorrow I will offer up my Mass for Jarod. I will ask God to lift him to the highest place in Heaven and I will ask Jesus to hold him close to his devine face and grant him eternal joy. I will pray for peace in your lives because I can not imagine any pain greater than the loss of a child. I lost a very dear friend in the opening days of the Iraqi war. Ben was a pilot flying a Cobra helicopter. He hit something and was taken from us in an instant. Ben is the kind of guy who will look after Jarod in Heaven if I ask him to. Every child needs a good hearted Marine to keep him safe till Mom and Dad can catch up and take over. I will pray for Ben to keep Jarod safe for you until you are with him again. Angels be with you, Michael

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Shirley

Date:

12 Jun 2005

Time:

09:27:38

Comments

Hi Im sorry for our loss of Jarod and I know with all my heart I have left theres not no words to make it easier,nor to take the pain away,not even to help fill the empetiness God I dont know what to say,I dont even have the words for myself yet, I do know all those feelings in your wish list. You see June 23 at 11:35a.m. it will be 3 years that I lost my son Daniel 18 and my daughter Frances 16 in a car accident killing 4 of 6 teenagers on thier way back home from a weekend camping trip at whiskeytown lake just 15 miles away from home Please Email me Jarods Mom ... atwhiskeytown2002@yahoo.com I still dont know,I dont know. Shirley June 11 2005

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christine and donald hamblin

Date:

08 Jun 2005

Time:

20:57:19

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we seen your story on the news and thought it was a horrible thing for a parent to go through. we just signed our daughter up for kindergarten and went into the cafeteria and noticed the lunchroom table in a upright position with children running around.we told the faculty about your tragedy and they were not even aware of the situation.we went to jarods web site and printed it out for the school.we just cant believe the schools are not aware of this problem and what it can cause.your in our thoughts.any further thoughts or information please e-mail us at ehamblin1@rochester.rr.com.

Name:

Don and Susan

Date:

05 Jun 2005

Time:

22:01:58

Comments

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son due to such a preventable tragedy. He looks like he was a very fun loving, adorable little boy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. After reading his story, we will be contacting our school district as well.

Name:

Diane Dean

Date:

05 Jun 2005

Time:

14:22:45

Comments

I saw your story on the news last week and had to check out your website. Please know I am thinking about your family and praying for you.

Name:

Natalie

Date:

04 Jun 2005

Time:

18:58:42

Comments

I recently lost my 5 yr. old brother a year ago and when I saw Jarod`s story on the news I felt really bad for your entire family. I know how you feel. When my mother and I read the story on this website, We thought it was very similar to how my mother found my brother.We are sorry for little Jarod and hope he`s with my brother Stephen.

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anonymous

Date:

04 Jun 2005

Time:

11:36:28

Comments

what happened to your son,brohter, nephew, grandson, and friend is tragic. I don't know his but I'm sure he's missed by many. He's an angel now looking down on your family and friends. He's there with you through thick and thin. I will pray for him and your family. I want to post a poem here for you and everyone who reads to see One night I dreamed I was walking along the beach with the Lord. Many scenes from my life flashed across the sky. In each scene I noticed footprints in the sand. Sometimes there were two sets of footprints, other times there was one only. This bothered me because I noticed that during the low periods of my life, when I was suffering from anguish, sorrow or defeat, I could see only one set of footprints, so I said to the Lord, “You promised me Lord, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I have noticed that during the most trying periods of my life there has only been one set of footprints in the sand. Why, when I needed you most, have you not been there for me?” The Lord replied, “The years when you have seen only one set of footprints, my child, is when I carried you.” This poem was on the back of the prayer card that was avaible for everyone at the viewings of a friend of mine. She was killed at the tender age of 21 on 1/23/05 by a drunk driver. She was an only child, only grandchild on both sides of her family, and the only niece on both sides. I can never feel what you're going through but I understand from watching others go through it. I also lost another friend on 5/20/05 at the age of 19 after she bled to death after a surgery.and on 4/19 i lost another friend at the age of 21 after a drunk driving accident. if you ask me God is up there building an army.

Name:

a friend

Date:

04 Jun 2005

Time:

00:05:58

Comments

I wanted to send you a poem I ran across..It is entitled A Letter From Heaven.. There are some things I'd like to say, but first let me assure you that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from Heaven where I'm here with God above, and where there's no more tears or sadness, just eternal love. Please do not be sad because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you. It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they will join us later on." Then God gave me a list of things He wanted me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you. And I will be beside you each day, each week, each year. And when you are walking down the street and you've got me on your mind, I'm walking in your footsteps, just half a step behind. And when you feel a southern breeze blow gently across your face, remember it's just me giving you a soft and warm embrace. And when you lie in bed at night and your prayers are said and done, that's when God and I are the nearest as we watch you all night long. I wish I could tell you all the things that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you could not understand. One thing is for certain now that my life on earth is over, I am closer to you now that I was ever before. When you think of my life and all those too short years, because you are only human, you may be brought to tears. Please do not be afraid to cry for it helps relieve the pain. There would be no flowers except for God's sweet rain. And to each and everyone of you, please trust that God knows best, I'm still not far away from you, I'm just beyond the crest. There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb, but together we can do it taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too. That as you give unto the world so the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night, my day was not in vain. And now I am contented as my life was worthwhile, knowing as I passed along made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is down and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up as on your way you go. And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free, remember you are not going, you are coming to be with me. And I will always love you from this land way above, and I will be in touch again soon. P.S. God sends His love.

Name:

Lisa Ogle

Date:

03 Jun 2005

Time:

23:52:44

Comments

Words cannot express the sorrow I felt once I starting reading your website. Thank you so much for making me aware of this important issue. My son is the same age as Jarod, and his story really hit home for me. I live in Texas, so I am not sure what I can do from here--but please know I have passed your website on to everyone I know so they too can be aware of table dangers. May God Bless you and bring you and your family peace. You family will continualy be in our prayers.

Name:

Tracy

Date:

03 Jun 2005

Time:

16:10:55

Comments

Your Family is in our thoughts and Prayers!! God bless!

Name:

Christine Benson

Date:

03 Jun 2005

Time:

12:53:57

Comments

May god be with all of you. Its a wonderful thing thing your doing in Jarod's memory. We can all learn a lesson here in the wake of what happened to him.

Name:

Tonya

Date:

03 Jun 2005

Time:

10:27:43

Comments

I was scanning through the channels and caught the end of Jarod's story on CNN. I wrote down the website and logged on (oblivious to what I was about to read). I am so shocked. I can't imagine how painful everyday life is for you and your wife w/out your beutiful son. Thank you for doing this website. I am going to hug, kiss, and hold my kids for a while. I now know I was meant to read this. I will pray for you.

Name:

Amanda

Date:

03 Jun 2005

Time:

08:06:02

Comments

I heard your story on CNN and I'm so sorry that he died because a folded table fell on top of him. God bless your family.

Name:

Tim Cadwell

Date:

03 Jun 2005

Time:

02:30:04

Comments

Hello...I saw your story on the news the other day and i was awe struck.....I do feel for your family...I sometimes think about our only daughter that we have and if something would happen that would take her away from us...i would be DEVESTATED to say the least...so other than that happening, i do feel for you and yours...and will start praying for you that you would find comfort and healing through jesus christ who can heal all hurts...it looks like jarod and his family know jesus christ...which is a great thing...do you ever imagining seeing jarod again in his second life.....we all can....I haven't known your son before i saw the TV special, however I can look forward to seeing him in the resurrection.....if he is anything like all the pictures and things that everyone writes....I'll be glad to meet him in heaven....Won't that be awesome...until then....Take Care and may God watch over you and yours

Name:

LIZ COUGHLIN

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

22:35:42

Comments

I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR CHILD. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE HOW PRECIOUS JAROD WAS.

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BRIANNA QUIGLEY

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

22:33:24

Comments

I WILL STAY AWAY FROM FOLDING TABLES AT SCHOOL.

Name:

Sheila

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

22:09:38

Comments

we were so sad to hear the story of Jarod. what a precious little boy he must have been!! we pray that God would take away all of your sorrows and grief. he's now a precious angel in Heaven....God Bless

Name:

michelle

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

20:04:40

Comments

I was reading more and it is just soo sad. I am only Ten and one of the many people who watched the news...(CNN) I am so touched even though he is gone i have resons to belive he was the best kid ever even better than me. Wish you the Best Michelle Tran

Name:

Bill Bonilla

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

19:26:47

Comments

May God Bless your entire family and somehow help you through this tremendous tragedy. Jarod is such a beautiful boy in all his sweet pictures. I can empathize with you somewhat. My daughter Angela was abducted by her mother from our home in Puert Vallarta, Mexico to Michigan, 21 months ago and I miss her so much. My efforts are channeled through the Natl. Center for Missing and Exploited Children, wishing that all parents realize that kids need both their parents and nothing justifies child abduction. Perhaps your efforts will help save many other children by promoting more safety in all the schools. Channel your energy in that direction, helping others avoid another tragedy like this and I am sure you will alleviate some of the pain you feel when you learn that your efforts have saved other kids. My email address is papayangela@yahoo.com. God bless.

Name:

Michelle

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

19:21:39

Comments

I was watching the news and it turned out you were on it. The story of Jarod Bennetts is soo scary and sad i had to go to your web site. sory about your son michelle

Name:

Kaye Idol

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

19:15:50

Comments

I saw the story of Jarod on the evening news recently, and I wept for you and your family. Thanks for sharing his precious short years with the wonderful website you have created. Everything I've read tells me Jarod was a special little boy and so is his family. May God surround your family with His loving arms. I truly believe that Jarod and now Grandma are both watching from above. God bless you.

Name:

Evelyn Morales

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

19:09:54

Comments

Jarod's website was beautiful and heartbreaking, so written by his father. I feel the pain for i have lost those very close to me. I can't go on, only I wish Jarod's parents and brother and sister hope, love, joy and rememberence of such a lovely little boy with a million dollar smile. Jarod of course did not deserve in any way what happened to him and i truly hope all other children will be spared from this type of accident.

Name:

Megan

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

16:41:35

Comments

im so sorry you'll be and my prayers and all my friends prayers

Name:

Paula Castellanos

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

13:42:06

Comments

Hello: I don't know what can I said, I just can say you, Its hard lost a child but he is with God and He is happy in a better world, And I just want to say you somenthing that Jesus love you and he is with you, and the tables at the schools are so danger and I have a daughter, she is 7 years old and I will check at her school how is the table Thank you so much for your comments at this page and I known that you can save other lives and thanks, again thank you so much, and go with your page.

Name:

Paula Castellanos

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

13:41:36

Comments

Hello: I don't know what can I said, I just can say you, Its hard lost a child but he is with God and He is happy in a better world, And I just want to say you somenthing that Jesus love you and he is with you, and the tables at the schools are so danger and I have a daughter, she is 7 years old and I will check at her school how is the table Thank you so much for your comments at this page and I known that you can save other lives and thanks, again thank you so much, and go with your page.

Name:

Kelli Johnson

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

13:25:19

Comments

I came to your site through Katie's page, and I want to thank you and your family for sharing your story and your son. I don't envy your situation or your loss, but i do see what great parents you are, and am envious of that. What a lucky boy Jarod was to be blessed with such a loving and involved family. As a young mother I'm starting today with a new appreciation for my daughter. Thank you again, good luck and god bless you.

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

11:43:27

Comments

This is so touching it made me almost cry, and I'm only 12 years old.

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

11:37:48

Comments

This is so touching it made me almost cry, and I'm only 12 years old.

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

11:37:40

Comments

This is so touching it made me almost cry, and I'm only 12 years old.

Name:

Jan Pazar

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

11:00:37

Comments

Dear family of Jarod, A parent in my school who lost her 6 year old son to an accidental head trauma (which is still not resolved), told me about your loss. As a school nurse with the sister, I have seen the pain that she and her parents have gone through. My prayers go out to you all to heal as best you can. God Bless!!

Name:

William Kallembach

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

08:58:22

Comments

I am deeply touched by your tragedy. I have three daughters, with the oldest one attending a grade school that has similar tables in their cafeteria. I will be contacting the principal to see what safety measures can be taken. Thank you for the strength and courage to promote awareness to help others, God bless you and your family will be in my families prayers.Bill.

Name:

William Kallembach

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

08:58:07

Comments

I am deeply touched by your tragedy. I have three daughters, with the oldest one attending a grade school that has similar tables in their cafeteria. I will be contacting the principal to see what safety measures can be taken. Thank you for the strength and courage to promote awareness to help others, God bless you and your family will be in my families prayers.Bill.

Name:

Heather Viar

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

08:31:59

Comments

My heart and soul goes out to you. I live in Bainbridge, Ohio and had heard on the news about your terrible tragedy and just recently heard about this website. I am the mother of twin 7 year old boys and have no idea how you are going about your everyday life. You are courageous and wonderful people who will forever be in my prayers. God Bless You and Jarod. You have made one of the most beautiful memorial websites that I have ever seen. Thank you for sharing parts of Jarod with the rest of us.

Name:

christine

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

07:13:07

Comments

I have been touched by your story and I have decided to write to you from all the way in BARBADOS.Please continue to keep Jarods memory alive.Love Christine God Bless.

Name:

Bonni

Date:

02 Jun 2005

Time:

00:09:44

Comments

Like many others who have signed your guestbook, I saw your son's tragic story on CNN June 1. It was a SHOCK to me to know that an elementary school would have folding tables stored in an upright position as they were! The next day I checked with my son's school to make sure they weren't doing the same thing. I can't imagine losing my only child the way you have -- altho my brother was killed at age 6 (getting off the school bus) by a speeding driver, it happened many, many years ago. My mother never really recovered. Loss like this is so much more devastating for a parent. You have my deepest sympathy. Your Jarod was/is a beautiful child.

Name:

Charlotte

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

23:44:09

Comments

I am so sorry to hear about your beautiful little boy. I hope that all of your weishes and prayers are answered it is tuff. God Bless you all. And remember you have a wonderful little angel watching over you again.

Name:

Sandy LeonardType your name here

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

23:10:48

Comments

Dear mom and Dad, I am so sorry for your loss! I saw the story on the news last night. There is a book called We Don't Die By George Anderson a must read for anyone that has lost a loved one. Also for people that want to eliminate sickness go to www.hacres.com and tell them Sandra Leonard Pin # DRD sent you. Keeping the rest of your family alive and WELL would be a good focus that Jarod would also appreciate you doing. God Bless! Sandy Leonard e mail crazyaboutcarrots@hotmail.com

Name:

Scarla Armstrong

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

23:03:17

Comments

I, too, saw your story on CNN... I can not begin to imagine the pain and loss that you feel... It is apparent that you are using this tragedy for good and will probably save the lives of other children... Sweet Jarod! What a precious, precious child! I know that he blessed your lives and continues to bless you through the many happy memories! Jarod has touched my heart! May God richly bless you! May He bless your efforts and open doors for Jarod's Law!

Name:

Erin Haubert

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

22:59:10

Comments

I recently saw a clip on tv about the tragedy of your beautiful son and the short life he lived. I was so touched and saddened by your story. I was a product of the educational system that was forever using the cafeteria tables. Never could I have imagined the damage they cause. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. The Lord only takes the best and for your beautiful son to have lived a short life of 6 years is very sad for the people who miss him. However, he is in a better place and he is patiently waiting for his loved ones to join him again. May Jarods Law protect future generations of children and my your family continue to live everyday with that beautiful little boys smile on your heart. Prayers and Support for your family. Your son has planted his smile and on my heart. erin haubert (eh1@gel.com)

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

22:58:28

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Name:

Scarla Armstrong

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

22:56:20

Comments

I, too, saw your story on CNN and was so touched! I can not begin to imagine the pain and loss you feel... My heart breaks for you! It is apparent that you are using this tragedy for good and you may save other children's lives because of it! Sweet Jarod! What a precious, precious child! I know that he blessed your lives and continues to bless you through the many happy memories! He has touched my heart! May God richly bless you! May He bless your efforts and open doors for you in the making of Jarod's Law!

Name:

Alice

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

22:44:12

Comments

I was browsing through your website and it's really beautiful. I'm sorry that you loss your son. Your page is really emotional. We all know how you feel. Jarod is a sweet little boy. May God Bless you and hope you feel better..

Name:

 

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

22:25:54

Comments

Dear Bennett Family, I saw Jarod's story on CNN last night. I visited your website which brought me to tears. But in helping you realize the silver lining in your family's cloud, I have emailed our Principal and School Board recognizing the school my 7 year old son goes to uses those same foldable portable tables. The principal has already followed up with our Custodian and Gym teacher and sent them the Consumer Protection Reports etc for training and awareness purposes. None of them had heard of any of the potential dangers with them. We all send our love and prayers and I will think of Jarod when I kiss my son Matthew to sleep every night. Keep your faith and to your mission. It has affected us in Chatham New Jersey and just may save one of our children's lives. Christi Gentile

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Name:

tristan mullen from clearlake ca.

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

21:49:54

Comments

i have an older brother(to whom i am so close to.) hes 18. i have a little brother who is 6. i do not know what i would do w/ myself if i were to lose either of them. my heart would be so broken i would be surprised if i were able to live. i wouldnt be able to stay as strong as you are staying.

Name:

Elizabeth Woodall

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

20:57:34

Comments

I learned today from television news about your loss and felt a connection. Our family, too, lost a boy, my son's only child at the time, a week before Christmas in 1997. The pain is so great, one feel's it can never heal. Your loss is too recent to feel any relief yet, but I pray for you two parents that you can heal and feel happiness again, although I know your lives will always be tempered by your Jarod and you wouldn't have it any other way. My son and his wife now have two little girls, 5 and 4 and their lives are busy and blessed. We all forever hold our Mason in our hearts, but life is good again. My prayers for you are for the same: to be blessed again with full and happy lives that will honor Jarod with your resilience. I am going to keep up with Jarod's law in the interest of my five grandchildren and of all children everywhere.

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Ida Swindell from Baton Rouge, LA

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

20:47:39

Comments

Hello, i just browsed through your amazing site, thank you so much for sharing your painful story to make the rest of us parents aware of a danger that i personally wouldn't have thought existed. My husband and I have 2 children, our boy was born on the same year as Jarod and our daughter will be 6 in December, we can't imagine life without them in it. we are deeply touched by your story and your family is in our prayers.

Name:

Connie Nielsen

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

19:20:54

Comments

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so glad that you are making parents aware of the hazards of these table. Jarod would be so proud of you. God Bless Connie

Name:

Kesia VanPelt

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

19:12:57

Comments

Hello I also live in Ohio. I also work in the lunchrooms and we have 6 tables like the one that killed Jarod. I am so sorry for your loss. I have a 6yr old myself. I am going to inform everyone in the lunchroom tomarrow about what happened to your son. I just heard about what happened to Jarod today June 1st while flicking and seeing it on cnn, I just had to write and tell you I am going to do everything I can to make sure that does not happen here in Erie Elementary in Elyria Ohio. Thank you so much for sharing your life tragedy with the world so we know the dangers to protect our own children. Thanks Kesia VanPelt from Elyria Ohio

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The Damke's from Alabama

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

19:08:34

Comments

We were watching your story on CNN and wanted you and your family to know that we will pray for all of you! May God shine in your life and your heart so you can continue the fight to get Jarod's Law passed!

Name:

Jade

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

19:01:47

Comments

I saw your story as I was watching the news...CNN i beleive it was. As soon as I saw just a peice of hit and heard the website to come to I came to hear all of the story. Your family is in my prayers.

Name:

Henry

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

19:01:05

Comments

My prayers and sympathy are with you a your family. I first learned about Jarod's untimely death via my local new station. As a Christian I believe that God is to wise to make a mistake and from the midst of the most horrible experience some good will come. Death is never pleasant, no matter the age and it is truly hard to understand when it involves a child. No parents ever expect to have to bury their child, but it happens everyday. Some where some parent is grieving the loss of thier child. It is my prayer that Jarod's sacrifice will insure that no other family has to endure this same incident. I too have lost loved ones, through accidents, illness and other unpredictable causes. No matter the age there is no such thing as a good death. I have seen the very young and the very old leave here. With time the pain disipates, but the memories linger on. Jarod is still with the family, if only in spirit. We plan, but God is the master planner! He knows our "going out" and our "coming in". If you believe then you know you will see Jarod again one day. I thank God that he did not allow your son to linger and took him rather swiftly. Jarod in now with his heavenly father where nothing or no one can harm him. Again my prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort and bless you all

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The Damke's from Alabama

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

19:00:17

Comments

We were watching your story on CNN and wanted you and your family to know that we will pray for all of you! May God shine in your life and your heart so you can continue the fight to get Jarod's Law passed!

Name:

Katie

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:55:32

Comments

May God continue to heal your whole family and everyone whose life was touched by this precious child.

Name:

Janet Griffin

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:53:25

Comments

My thoughts and prayers go with you and your family.

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T. Lannan from Nassau Bahamas

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:51:26

Comments

I am admire your strength and courage. Stay strong.... My thoughts are with you both.....

Name:

Lucy Barnar

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:50:38

Comments

I just saw your story on CNN. I wept for Jarod and the unbearable pain that you and your family must have felt and still feel. I pray for the repose of his soul. May you and your family find peace.

Name:

nancywangrycht@mac.com

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:50:01

Comments

Hello my name is Nancy I just saw your story on cnn.My heart goes outto the both of u.I too am a parent and could not imagine the pain that u have endured.I am very glad that the schools are getting rid of those tables.May God bless u and your family

Name:

Tina Mowery

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:49:33

Comments

We were watching the magnificent story of your son on CNN today. Our family will always remember you in our prayers.

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Shelly Reyes from Los Angeles

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:47:58

Comments

I also saw your story on CNN tonight and wanted to tell you that my heart was broken and I was deeply sadden by your loss and pain. I will have you and your family in my prayers. God give you the strength and healing to continue to PRESS FORWARD with " Jarods Law" God bless you.

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nancywangrycht@mac.com

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:42:41

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Jordan, From Wisconsin

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:42:19

Comments

I am so sorry to hear about your son Jarod. Best wishes to you guys. I heard about the story on CNN. I really feel bad for you guys.

Name:

Isaac Moore

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:41:49

Comments

I am deeply saddened by the passing of your son. His story touches everyone hear at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. We will keep you here in our prayers. Sincerely, Isaac Moore, Keystone Honors Student Cheyney University of PA

Name:

carla,amber,andrew.david mason

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:27:30

Comments

I saw the story about Jarod on the news tuesday night and I just had to find out more and once i went online and read your story I was so touched by thisI just wanted to write and let you know how sad i was and the song "Where you are" was so beautiful and it really touched my 4 yr old twins. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you and keep you strong through anything you are going through.

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Melania from Italy

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

18:09:17

Comments

I am just one of the many people who saw your story on CNN, I hope all the words of support you are receiving will help you somehow to go on, keep fighting, I admire you a lot and even if I do not pray often, I am praying for Jarod and your family.

Name:

Pam Saboe

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

17:59:57

Comments

I saw Jarod's story on CNN 05-31-2005. I wept for you and your family. I have 2 grandson's who are not yet old enough for school. You can believe I will be checking our local schools for safty because of your story. I will also contact our state government to bring this law to their attention. Your family is very strong! God Bless you and your dedication. Please let the world know if we can start a petition through your site or e-mail me directly. pamela.saboe@mcgreevyclinic.com

Name:

Lattoyer Daye-Watson

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

17:50:22

Comments

Hi Mr. and Mrs. Bennett, I was watching the news last night on CNN where I saw the news on your son and I had to shed a few tears. I know words alone will not be much comfort, but the Lord sees and knows all things. I hope you are believers in Christ as he is the only one that can comfort you at a moment like this. I also have a son, age 7, going to school, and your story has given me the zeal to be up into the school's business. Please continue your work of informing other parents and also I wish you well with regards to the law you are "going" to pass (going - meaning positive). You will be in my prayers. God Bless you both (and your son too). Lattoyer, Shone & Lajay Kingston Jamaica, W.I. June 1, 2005

Name:

Julie Stevens, Saint Louis, MO

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

17:26:12

Comments

I want to thank you for having the courage and love in your heart to share your story. Your little boy was a beautiful, precious little angel. You do not know how much your story has touched my heart -- God Bless you and your family. I know that your little boy is in heaven and watching over us all. Take care -- you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Ieda halilovic

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

16:26:00

Comments

I WATCHED THE NEWS LAST NIGHT AND I WAS SHOCKED OF WHAT HAPPENDTO JAROD I MEAN HE WAS SUCH A YUNG CHILD AND WHEN I READ YOUR STORY ABOT JAROD BEING IN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AND THE CAFATIRIA TABLE FALLING LIKE A TREE ON JARODS HEAD AND I AM SO SORRY THAT HAPPEND TO YOUR SON JAROD.

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Love in Christ

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

14:52:01

Comments

I'm from Texas and I've never been fortunate to have children but I was so moved by the courage you showed by writing this story. I watched it on CNN last night and cried the whole time it was being told. I can not imagine what pain you are going through but I must commend you for your strenghth. Jarod is looking down on each one of you right now smiling saying that is my beautiful family and I will continue to watch over you. Just remember that GOD picked his precious "flower" Jarod and one day you will see him again. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you cope with the loss of your beautiful son. Continue to pray and GOD will see you through the tough times but always remember the special memories of his 6 precious years with you. Jim, Jenny, Jacob and Jillian, MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

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Rich

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

14:39:02

Comments

Your story prompted me to call my childrens school and inquire about their tables. Not surprising, they had never even heard of this danger. God bless you and your family.

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Krista Carlson

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

14:15:08

Comments

I could not possibly tell you how moved I am by your sad story. I cried for quit awhile last night after watching it on Fox News Network. I am so sorry for the lose of your precious son Jarod. I am a sixth grade teacher in Temple City California and believe me I am checking our lunch tables which are a bit different but still stand up to store. There is a large hook that holds them in place that must be released before opening but still maybe they could tip over. Again, I am so sorry for your lose and am praying for both of you at this difficult time. My home email is klcarlson@eartthlink.net. I would love to hear from you.

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Carrie

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

13:52:03

Comments

I am teacher and we still have these tables at our school. Many are broken and need replaced. I hope that with your articles and information on a TV show that I watched last night that we can persuade our school board to get rid of them.

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

13:51:38

Comments

I'm sitting in my office thousands of kilometers away with tears running down my face. In your son's beautiful face I see the smiles of my own children, the same twinkle in the eyes. Happy, loved children just wear it so well. I'm so sorry for what you went through. I'm so sad for your pain. Your family will be in our prayers. Renee Soeterik Toronto, Canada

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Christy, Louisville KY

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

13:39:01

Comments

I seen the story on the news. Jarod has touched my heart, what a precious Angel. I am a mom, and want to thank you for opening my eyes to a danger I did not know existed. God Bless You.

Name:

Henrica

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

12:24:06

Comments

Always remember that there is a little part of Jarod in all the wonderful things around you.

Name:

StanSellers

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

12:11:23

Comments

Sorry for your loss.

Name:

Maria Alvarez

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

11:30:08

Comments

I heard about your story while I was watching the news. It caught my attention right away. I am very saddened by your lost! We know that Jarod is in Heaven with our Lord! He is a precious angel in his kingdom! Please, know that you family will be in my prayers. Love and Peace!!

Name:

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

11:11:51

Comments

I am at a loss. As I read through the messages posted from people from all over the country and even from out of the country, I am awed by the power of Jarod. Even in death, he is touching the hearts of thousands. Even in death, he is making children safer through awarness. Who knows how many lives he will save? And yet even in my awe, I am devastated for his family. Knowing that Jarod may save the lives of hundreds is little comfort to a family with a hole in it. I understand that. My prayer is that Jarod's siblings will feel safe again (safe to live and safe to love) and that they will know true happiness again - not just moments of pleasure, but true happiness.

Name:

Judy

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

09:56:43

Comments

Hello,My Name is Judy Mother of 2 I saw your story late last night on cnn. And it sadden me to know this had happened. I remember when I was in school and how they always had the tables Stacked up in the gym/lunch room.and how we all used to play ball and they would get stuck near the tables. Never thinking something like this could happened.I amd going to pass on the website so that other parents can warn there loved ones about the dangers of these tables.Your website is a wonderful dedication to your precious son, the music and the pictures are heart felt. As I sat here and cried reading as I continued to view all your pages as well as other memorial pages.My wish to you that you conitnue to be strong and belive that god has a plan for this precious angel. he is with you always and is watching over you.May God Bless you and your loved ones. Thank you for sharring your story with so many. It will be the little things that you will remember the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memory of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again

Name:

Brittney Kiser

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

09:36:44

Comments

I'm so sorry about what happened to your son please know that god is wih you always.

Name:

Cindy Todd

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

09:19:31

Comments

A Child Loaned (written by Edgar Guest, published in the Fort Worth Star mid 1930s) ************ "I’ll lend you for a little time A child of Mine," He said. "For you to love him while he lives, And mourn for when he’s dead. It may be six or seven years Or twenty-two or three, But will you, till I call him back Take care of him for Me? He’ll bring his charms to gladden you, And should his stay be brief, You’ll have his lovely memories As solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, Since all from Earth return, But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn. I’ve looked this wide world over In My search for teachers true, And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes, I have selected you; Now will you give him all your love, Nor think the labour vain, Nor hate Me when I come to call And take him back again ? I fancied that I heard them say, "Dear Lord, Thy will be done, For all the joy Thy child shall bring, For the risk of grief we’ll run. We’ll shelter him with tenderness, We’ll love him while we may, And for the happiness we’ve known, Forever grateful stay. But should the angels call for him Much sooner then we planned, We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes And try to understand! God's Blessings on each of you forever!!!

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Pat Jenkins, Tupelo, Ms.

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

09:06:54

Comments

My prayers to all of you that have faced such a tragedy. I heard about this on CNN for the first time last night. I commend you for all you have done to help prevent further tragedies. He was a beautiful little boy, and now is the arms of a loving Savior. God Bless and keep you!

Name:

Marianne Yauger

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

09:06:52

Comments

I to have a six year old boy that I love with all my heart. I want you to know that my heart goes out to you and your family in every way. I couldnt imagine loosing my son. My prayers are with you!! Sincerely, Marianne, Austin and Blaze

Name:

Terri Thompson

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

08:35:49

Comments

May God always be with you . I saw your story on t.v. and was so saddened by it. I cannot even begin to imagine what your family has been through. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Name:

Heather Snellgrove

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

01:55:54

Comments

Hi i saw your story on tv and it was so sad i'm so dearly sorry for you and your family. He really was too little to leave but as we all know when god wants us he tells us to come to him , Its very sad and if I was in your situation I couldn't do it bringing into this world a beautiful son and letting go of him in 6 years is way to heart breaking for me to handle. I'm only 18 and i really am scared to have a child because of dangers like the one your son had , really it wasn't his fault because kids go to school to learn and the teachers are suppose to watch them very carefully and even if you just turned your back you should have noticed they were near it and kids really don't know any better. I will pray for you and jarod , just please remeber he's safe now in heaven with his granny and god no body or nothing can hurt him now. Thank you for putting this site up beacuse i was glad i could post this and hopefully help you in anyway possible. if you would like you can email me back at heathers_06@hotmail.com I'm really sorry you had to go through this tragic moment and you look like great parents and he looked like a wonderful little boy who really loved bugs...thank you and may god be with you and jarod....He now is looking down on you guarding you from harm

Name:

Amber Pierce

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:57:40

Comments

I saw you on CNN, and my heart and prayers go out to you. I have a seven year old daughter named Lila, and I just warned her to stay away from the cafeteria tables, and to my surprise my daughter told me that sometimes they have P.E in the cafeteria and when a ball rolls under the table the p.e teacher makes them go under the table to grab it or go behind all of them. Tomorrow I will warn the school, to have this stoped immediatley. I can not imagine loosing my daughter, I had tears reading this story, I know that words can never heal your pain, but thank you so much for making the rest of us aware of the danger that the cafeteria tables can do to a child. Because of you sharing your painful story, you are preventing one of us from loosing a child. I am very sorry for your loss. My heart ache, when I heard this story as soon as I heard it I grabed my dauther and hug her and then warned her, I never thought though that a P.E. teacher would be allowing children to go under the tables. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Name:

Gary Simmons

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:52:14

Comments

Hi my name is Gary i'm 16 and live in Herington, Kansas. I know you don't know me and I know I don't know you but I saw your story on the news tonight and saw your website on the tv. I decided to view the website and read about this stragetic accident, while reading this it brought tears to my eyes just to know that a safe place like school could be a place were a kid could die and also to hear what you guys as a family are going through with this lose. I will keep your family and Jarod in my prays for now on. I am also so sorry that this had to happen to such a wonderful family like yours.

Name:

Just Another Person

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:51:39

Comments

I have no idea what you have gone through, and I am sadden by your loss. Somewhere in the reality of God there must be an explanation, but of that I am not sure. If this is left to us, people, then I want you to know that I, WE, Most of us would have done this another way, but somewhere in that; although we thought our intentions right would have been our mistake. We only get through this thing called Life is by Faith.

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A loving Christian

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:48:22

Comments

Hello, I've been viewing your site and the first thing I clicked on was "Our Wish", now I don't mean to offend anyones beliefs, and if you do not agree with what I say then just ignore it, but do not be offended, but your first wish was that Jarod didn't die. I feel you're sadness when you wish this, but Jesus has a purpose for everything. It is not a happy thing- Jarod's death, but it does raise awareness in school safety, which may have been Jesus' purpose. All the things that have changed because of the potential danger in schools which were discovered because of Jarod, make schools safer for thousands of other kids, Jesus is with you so don't wish Jarod didn't die, I wish that instead you will wish that you can have a stronger relationship with God and that schools will be safer for children. A loving Christian

Name:

Tametria Nash

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:46:25

Comments

Our prayers go out to your family for your lost. I am watching headline news and i heard your story. God bless the whole family and our hearts go out to you all. I know the pain that you and husband are going through the pain will never go away no matter what but always remember that Jarod is always there with you and that he loves you all eternally. He's watching over you and your family. May god bless you and your family and we will always have ya'll in our prayers and in our hearts.

Name:

Type your name here

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:46:03

Comments

We too lost a beautiful child,our 11 yr old son Michael.WHile it was under different circumstances, we too share your pain.....We pray alot, it has been almost 3 yrs, his 14th birthday was May 18th.Our prayers for strength, and understanding are with you. Our closure will be when we are allowed to take our last breaths.GodBless You Always Mike and Dawn

Name:

Tina Salinas

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:43:31

Comments

Hello, i am so touched from your story. I was watching tv right now and felt so awful listening to your story. I am 19 years old and i just had my first baby and she is so preciuos to me. when I was young growing up i used to always play by those tables. it's a shame that this tragedy could happen in a school to someone so preciuos, where its supposed to be safe. I am so very sorry and i will pray for your healing and always keep your story close to me.

Name:

Kaitlin

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:39:58

Comments

Hi, my name is Kaitlin, I am 13 and live in New Mexico. I don't have any stories similar to Jarods and I didn't even know Jarod but I felt touched by his story. I am a Christian and I like to follow the WWJD saying and I think that Jesus would write you this story of Hope. I want you to know that Jesus is with you and loves everyone and is with us all and that in the Bible it states that we should trust God, with everything in out hearts. God Bless you, A loving Christian Kaitlin

Name:

Cara

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:21:29

Comments

To the Bennett Family - What a beautiful family you are and continue to be. No one should have to endure this type of suffering. The pictures you share are beautiful -- it is wonderful that you took so, so many pictures that seem to truly capture Jarod's endearing -- and enduring -- spirit. I hope you take some comfort in that you as his parents and siblings packed more happiness, fun, and love into his 6 years that some will spend a lifetime seeking to find. From football and t-ball and skiing and halloween costumes, to trips to the zoo, and birthday parties, and hug after hug from mom and dad, and big sis and brother, what a blessed life you showed him. I am so sorry for your pain. I so admire your courage, your persistance in improving safety in schools, and for being true advocates, all while dealing with such immense grief. Your true show of love and values for family is a true testament to your character. Your children have wonderful role models in you and are going to be loving, strong adults, able to dig down deep and find the courage and strength to deal with adversity, and seek out support, justice, and compassion in order to heal. It is not an easy process, but you are an extraordinary family and your love for each other and for your son will help you cope and heal. Wishing you everything good, Cara

Name:

Christina Gabrielle Roy

Date:

01 Jun 2005

Time:

00:13:13

Comments

At a great loss for words, I watched the AC 360 on CNN this evening and saw your story. I believe in the power of your cause and now desire to spread Jarod's Law to everyone I know. The love your family endures witnesses to this world that life is fragile. God Bless you and your family, I wish only the best for you all. Much love and peace, Christina

Name:

Gina Forrest

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

23:57:26

Comments

May God bless you and be with your family. I don't know how you find the strength to get up each day. Your website is a beautiful tribute to your son. Thanks for all of your hard work...

Name:

Mary

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

23:37:20

Comments

As the mother of three children who are now grown, I have spent many hours worrying and praying for their safety (and still do). To lose a child is beyond comprehension. Jarod was a precious child who I know brought you six years of unconditional love and warm memories. My heart truly goes out to you and your family. You are in my prayers.

Name:

jill

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

23:00:33

Comments

God Bless your family. I saw the story on Jarod tonight and wept for your family. I have stood in your shoes and know the pain you feel. It's sometimes hard to even get out of bed the pain is so bad. Its been 4 months and 2 days since I said goodbye for now to my 5 year old and its still so hard. But I know that God will see us through this and there is a reason we were only given them for such a short amount of time. Maybe Jarod can show Caleb around! you all will be in my prayers daily as we all continue to heal

Name:

nicole hodo

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:49:48

Comments

You have a beautiful family.Jarod was so handsome and he was the happiest kid.I enjoyed looking at all his pictures. I know words can not explain what your family had to go through after this. I will keep your family in my prayers! Stay strong and remember joy comes in the morning. Love,The Hodo Family

Name:

Linda

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:46:52

Comments

I also saw your story on CNN and felt so sorry for you. Even though i am only 12 it was still very side and i wanted to come on this site to tell you how much i do care.

Name:

Linda McLaughlin

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:45:26

Comments

Tonight was the first time I had heard about Jarod. I am so sorry for the loss the family and riends have suffered. I so appreciate your website as I have a small grandson eating in the school lunchroom. Never have I thought there was a danger. Now, thanks to Jarods Law, I will go and inspect the tables at our schools and get all information I can on the safety of our tables. I hope that I can make people aware of the need for complete safety for our children. Again, thank you so much.

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The Buechlers, East Lansing, MI

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:38:10

Comments

I will forever keep your family in our prayers. I had a particularly tense day with my children, (my husband is out of town) and he sent me this link after seeing it on the news. Your family's story certainly put life back into perspective for me and I pray that Jarod's Law gets passed. I would like to research Michigan to see if any such law exists in our state as well. Such a tragedy should never have happened and I am so sorry that your family has to go through all of this. Try to stay in healing and accept all of the love that is out there for you and your family. I will think of your family often.

Name:

Brenda

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:30:36

Comments

I saw your heartbreaking story on television this evening and I cried. It is a shame that something so tragic happened to such an innocent life. I'm pursuing my education degree, and never once thought of the dangers of cafeteria tables. Jarod's Law needs to be active in EVERY state (I'm in IL). I think it's wonderful how you are keeping Jarod's memory alive. I'm sure he is watching over you and God Bless you and your family.

Name:

Steve

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:23:31

Comments

So terribly sorry. Can not imagine losing a child. You have giving Jarod a lasting and beatiful tribute with site. God Bless you and Your family!

Name:

Steve

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:15:39

Comments

As so others, I too, saw your story on CNN. Jim, I'm so very sorry. I hope to see Jarod's law out for us to vote on. You will have my support. God Bless

Name:

Virginia Fields

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:13:15

Comments

Dear Bennet family: I am almost speachless with grief (a really big feat for an author). I cried when I saw today's story of Jarod's horrible death on TV. What a beautiful son he is (I can't bring myself to say "was.") I don't know when my heart will quit hurting for you and your family; I feel that only hours of prayer and meditation will bring me to a place of spiritual peace. My prayers will be for you all--and for all children endangered by unsafe conditions at school. Only someone who has lost a close loved one (my beloved grandson passed away last fall,in his sleep, mysteriously, during a bout of mononucleosis and after heavy outdoor work and taking some meds and his heart just stopped--he was so handsome, sweet, filled with humor and only 19--and we all wonder when the ache in our hearts can fully heal)can understand a bit of the horror of your loss and the deep hurt you can feel when the full realization hit that if responsible officials at your son's school had properly coralled that deathly table (covered with unheeded warnings by the school system), your precious son would still be with you. This fall I shall become a great-grandmother. Our precious children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild deserve SAFE environments--especially in institutions of learning. I plan to check out the tables at my grandchildrens' schools. Thank your for your sincere dedication in informomg the public of the danger of these terrible tables, even now being used in some schools. And,I am sure that your work will create searches throughout many schools to reveal other overlooked dangers at schools and other areas where children gather. I praise you because I truly feel that you have made your sorrow, and Jarod's death, have a special meaning in order to provide a way for creating a safer environment for innocent children who now are presently, and unknowingly, unsafe in their schools. I have never written anyone in such a way as this. I felt so spiritually motivated to communicate with you personally. Sincere love and thanks to you all, VF

Name:

Michelle Hall

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:12:17

Comments

After 2 hectic weeks at work and 3 missed hair appointments with my regular hair dresser, I called to get a hair appointment at another salon. Running late and thinking that my life was so crazy lately, I showed up for my appointment 15 minutes late. My hair dresser, whom I had never met, greeted me with a smile and told me that it's "no problem". I later realized what she had meant by those words. We begin the usual client-stylist chit-chat, and she asks me about my career and my 2 young boys who are 3 and 5. After a few moments of conversation, she informs me that she is Jarod Bennett's mother. My heart began to ache, literally. My mind returned to the night I had spent sobbing over the keyboard as I read Jarod's poem that a friend had forwarded to me. I had this overwhelming urge to run out the door. Here I had spent the last 2 weeks complaining of my work overload and how bad my kids were responding to my absence. I was ashamed. I spent the next 60 minutes so very uncomfortable in my own skin. She had lost her son in a horrible tragedy and here she was smiling at me and doing my hair. I listened politely at her plight to pass Jarod's Law and wondered how I was just now hearing about the lack of safety inforcement in our local schools. Where had I been? Could something like that happen to Simon or Ethan? I had never met Jarod, and yet I felt so close to him after spending only an hour in his mother's styling chair. I want to thank her for touching my life and for helping me put things into perspective. My problems are not really problems, but challenges that I need to overcome without forgetting the most important things in life, my children. God bless the Bennett's and Jarod, thank you for making school a safer place for mine and other's children. I hope Jarod gets his spider but, more importantly, I hope he gets his law. I saw your peice on CNN. I cried and hugged my boys. Jarod continues to touch and bless lives.

Name:

sonia

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:07:28

Comments

hi it's me again and I hope you feel much much better soon it must be horrible to feel heartbroken so I am (again) sending my love and wishes------sonia

Name:

Sonia

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:03:51

Comments

I only found out today on the news and i am so so sorry.You must be very sad too. I send my prayers and wishes to your family again------Sonia

Name:

Teri

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:03:06

Comments

I am so sorry for your loss...I have 3 children and I can't imagine life without them... it's something you just don't think about...you expect to have time with your kids and then it's taken away from you...My friend was killed in a car accident when she was 17...I believe it was Dec 30,1993. I wrote a poem for her mother and I would like to share the end with you..."..Help me God..for I cannot understand just what made you call her home...don't you have enough people with you couldn't you wait til she had grown...Finally His answer came to me one night just as clear as the sky is blue...I felt His presence and heard Him say,'sometimes I need an Angel too' " You are in my prayers and may God help to ease your hearts until you see Jarod again..

Name:

Darlene, Cole and Lynze

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:02:29

Comments

Me again, I'm sorry, I read your wishes after I posted my last message. Your wish is our command.

Name:

Ruth French

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

22:01:46

Comments

My heart is touched by your trajedy. My prayers will be with you for many months to come and I will be reminded of you all and your loss, but also the gifts and memories I know you treasure in your hearts of Jarod. What a sweet smile! Every time I see school children I will think of and pray for you and the healing you will receive from God with time. All creatures great and small-Jarod loved them all! I saw your story on CNN and after shedding some tears for your loss and pain, felt I had to access your web page. May your family continue to grow in strength and love in spite of your extreme loss. Jarod is in Safe Hands-never again to feel pain or sadness. God Bless you as a family and each individually!

Name:

keywonzala hughes 13

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:58:51

Comments

I send all my wishes to the family of jarod he was a beatuiful little boy and let him REST HIS LITTLE SOUL HE WILL BE IN OURS MINDS AND OUR HEARTS SO R.I.P JAROD

Name:

A Nana

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:58:19

Comments

Heard your story tonite on CNN; I am aching with you. Jarod reminds me of one of our little Grandson's. This will surely bring some action to changing the use of these kind of tables??? Perhaps Jarod's Law!!!

Name:

keywonzala

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:58:18

Comments

I send all my wishes to the family of jarod he was a beatuiful little boy and let him REST HIS LITTLE SOUL HE WILL BE IN OURS MINDS AND OUR HEARTS SO R.I.P JAROD

Name:

sonia

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:57:29

Comments

I am really sorry for jarod's loss. I feel really sad for you. I would be heartbroken if that happened to me. I know how you must feel, like a piece of you is missing. I hope you can make it through those tough times. my wishes and prayers to you and your family, Sonia

Name:

DARLENE, COLE AND LYNZE

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:56:08

Comments

Thank you soooo..ooo much for being strong, and sharing your story. I live in Houston, TX. My children attend a school in HISD that has these kind of tables. I will go and examine closely. I had no idea. I'm speechless. May God bless you as he continues to bless Jarod.

Name:

Melanie

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:50:50

Comments

i heard about your story on the news.. and i am terribly sorry.. i cant imagine that happen to me when im old enough to have kids!! my prayers go out to you and your family!! yet again im sorry bout your loss!! -melanie

Name:

Joe Pacelli

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:50:44

Comments

As a young man that is growing up in the world, I have no idea how a family can handle such a loss. I saw your story on the news and I want to be able to lend my morale support. I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot fatham how dificult it must be. As I read your story in tears, I had to send my condolences to little Jarrod. I will keep my eyes out for "Jarrods law", and I will vote yes for it. I hope God will be able to heal your wounds.

Name:

Mike

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:45:07

Comments

I was touched when i heard your story on cnn. our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. we have 5-year old twin boys, one of our twins is severely disabled from birth, he was not supposed to live, but pulled through. i dont know exactly what you are going through, but I feel your pain.

Name:

Diane, Jeff, Zack, Vannessa

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:44:49

Comments

We heard about Jarod on the TV. Our heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Name:

Jim Villimere

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:41:47

Comments

I love little boys.<3

Name:

Laura Mitchell

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:41:40

Comments

I have a son and I know how precious that bond is . I cannot imagine a day without him. I am sorry for your loss and know that Jarod still lives in your hearts and the hearts of many everyday. Thank you for taking action and helping others in Jarod's name. Thank you for the article. I'll be checking my son's school in Michigan to see what kind of tables they use. It is alarming how dangerous these things are. Blessings to you! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending Love, Laura

Name:

KK

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:40:02

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We heard about Jarod on the TV. He i n our prayers. What you are doing is going to make this world a better place for al other kids like Jarod. With that, Jarod will be a part of every kid in this country.

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Kathy Mahon

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31 May 2005

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21:39:17

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I am listening to you on the TV right now. Your Jarod really is touching people. I am so sorry your family had to endure such a senseless tragedy. Our prayers and support are with you in your endeavor to protect America's children. God Bless you.

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Nora Haigh

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:28:50

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Was very sad to hear of your story on CNN. No family should suffer such a loss. Your son was beautiful. My the lord watch over him and all of you.

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Jamie and Donna Bailey

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:27:40

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I heard about your son on CNN satellite radio today. As parents who lost their 5 year old daughter to leukemia, we just ache when we hear about others losing children, because we know how it hurts. Your website is a wonderful tribute.

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Carol Bostick Jasper, GA

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:27:28

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I am truly sorry for your pain.

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Mike & Tonya Smith

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:26:56

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Blessings are sent your way and God Bless are children who attend public schools that still use these tables.

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Faith Ramcharan

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:24:29

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So sorry about your loss had no idea till I saw it on the news tonight, CNN May the good lord keep strengthening you all

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Christine Terrazas

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:20:04

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I watched your family's story today on the news and cried. I had to visit this website and I cried again. I am a mother of three very young children none that are in school yet, and I would like to thank you for making the country aware of some of the dangers. You have probably saved many other childrens lives and your family especially little Jarod have changed my life. Thank you som much for sharing his story with us. Christine Reno, NV.

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Faith Ramcharan

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:16:10

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I was not aware of your situation until today May 31st when I saw it on cnn, may the good Lord continue to strengthen you.

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Joan Erdelyi

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:14:01

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Dear Bennett family, I am so sorry for your loss of your beautiful little boy. I have a grandson the same age and this just breaks my heart for all of you. It made me feel better to know that Jarod's grandma is with him now. You are all in my prayers.

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Bonnie Keller

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:12:26

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Thank You

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Chantel

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

21:10:11

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I was sitting in the comfort of my home tonight when I watched on CNN your Jared's story. Tears filled my eyes and I just wept. My 2 year old daughter wiped my tears. My heart goes out to your family. I am praying for the whole family for peace and comfort. Your children are Beautiful!!!! I will keep you in my prayers and watch for updates on Jarod's Law. Keep fighting for your beliefs!!!!

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Melissa Mart

Date:

31 May 2005

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21:09:28

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I sit here and wonder how to put into words what I am feeling. I saw Jarod's story on the news tonight and I was shocked and appaled. I have a four year old son starting school this year and as a parent I am scared. Thank you, thank you so much for sharing your story. I would never have thought of a table being a hazard, now that I know I can ask the right questions to try to protect my child. Your little boy has touched my heart and will forever be in my memories. I spent a long time looking on your site and I have a couple questions, I want to help, but I live in D.C., who would I write to? My husband serves his country in the United States Navy, I live in a millitary community, we would all like to do anything we could do to prevent this tragedy from ever happening again, anything at all to help your family. God Bless you, Melissa Mart

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Dawn Johnson

Date:

31 May 2005

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20:57:26

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Dear Bennent family, I just saw your heartwrenching story on CNN.As a mother of 4,I could never imagine losing a child. Two of my children are out of school, but my two youngest are ages 2 and 8. I never tought of the hazards that these tables could cause. I am going to make sure that these tables are not in my childs school or anything similar. Jarod was such a beautiful boy. From the pictures I saw he seemed so freespirited. My heart goes out to your family.

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Claire Jackson, CA

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:47:29

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Thank you for sharing your family's story. I looked through so many of your pictures of Jarod and was so touched by what a wonderful, loving family you are. The life you gave him was clearly full of love and fun adventures and celebrations - he was cherished and I hope you take comfort in knowing how happy and loved he must have always felt. It breaks my heart that you have to go though this and I am so sorry this tragedy happened to you. I know his spirit will carry on and you have honored him with such a beautiful tribute. I also *thank you* for being so honest and open with your pain and grief. It helps others to know that it is okay and helpful to grieve and not feel pressured to rush through it. And hopefully some people who do care, but really don't understand, will read your "wishes" and be able to be more empathetic and compassionate to those in their own lives who are suffering. As painful as those wishes are, I think it was so important that you shared your feelings on the subject, because I think you articulated them for a lot of grieving people, which validates their feelings as well. Your strength and your courage to keep putting one foot in front of the other every day makes me have faith that in time you will find your own peronsal ways of healing while keeping your son's spirit alive. Lots of prayers and love for you.

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Jackie Gonzalez

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:46:21

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Im so sorry the way you lost your son. My prayers are with you. I lost a child too but in a different circunstances. Im so sorry and I know the pain that you are going thru. God bless you

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Candi

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:45:26

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I saw the show tonight with Anderson Cooper and I just wish that terrible day had never happened to you. I lost my parents 6 months apart and still miss and grieve for them everyday. I cannot imagine your pain. Sincerely, Candi

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KEN

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:38:51

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BEING AN / ICU NURSE AND HAVING CHILDREN JARODS AGE I CANNOT IMAGE THE PAIN AND EMPTINESS. THANK YOU FOR THIS PAGE AND KEEP UP THE FAITH. KEN

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Jescina Clark

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:33:53

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A picture tells a million stories. Jarod brought so much joy to so many people, he had a wonderful life and was so lucky to have such a caring family. I felt so touched by all the pictures and storys. Hes safe in heaven and will forever be your little angel. Thank you for sharing his story with me. I will always remember him. Jescina

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Angela Hernandez- Carlson

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:33:49

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I saw the report on CNN. My mom thinks that it should be ILLEGAL to fold those tables up like that unless there was an activity ( i.e. a play )in the room. We also think that those tables should be put in a special room when they're upright so that something like that wouldn't happen. The only deaths that I have encountered were: when I was 4-5 and my grandfather died. He was in world war II. My bird polly ( I cried that whole night and fell asleep crying. In the morning, where my head sits on the pillow was sopping wet. ) And my sister's ( she's 28 ) husband's grandmother. She made the most beautiful aprons. She gave my family and me one for Christmas mine had songbirds on it . Our family and I give our endless support. I think another danger is when kids tilt their chairs so that they sit on two legs. I hope that Jarod and his Grandmother are giving themselves company. With our sincere condolences, The Carlson Family E-mail at Mona_car@msn.com

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Date:

31 May 2005

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20:32:59

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tess

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:32:39

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I am so sorry. I never would have thought this could happen.My heart comes out to all of your famly.When I turned on the tv and heard what happened I went to the computer and I saw the front page I burst out in tears.If there is enything I ccan do just let me know.Love,Tess age 9

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Melina

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:31:09

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Dear Parents of Jarod, My name is Melina, i'm 13 years old, and i go to Century Christian School!I was sent to this website by my friend chelsie to find a story about a wonderful little boy! As i read this story i cryed in tears! I myself have never lost anyone that close, so you are right, i wouldn't know how it feels! But I want you to know there is thousands of people that are here for you including God, myself, and my friends! There is nothing like loosing a son or daughter, and i want you to know.... U WILL B IN MY PRAYERS!P.R.O.M.I.S.E!<3 Love Always, Melina L.

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Michelle Rynott

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:30:40

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MR & Mrs. Bennett, I say your story on Anderson Cooper 360 tonight and was drawn to write you. Words seem so trite but I am so terribly sorry for the loss you, your wife and Jarod's brother and sister have endured. I have 4 children myself and have been in their cafeteria many times and never once gave the mobile tables a second thought. After seeing the interview and reading your website I am shocked that this is not a "known" problem. But I have to say I have been made aware of another "little known" problem 3 years ago by a dear friend of mine who lost her twin daughter Cheyenne Rose Kziser June 12,2002 by strangulation in the inner cord of a mini blind, just 2 weeks after her 1'st birthday. Like you, Cheyenne's mother has devoted her life to making Cheyenne's life and death have meaning. She too has started a non-profit orginization and I have even built a memorial site for her. I am telling you this story not to take away from your story but to show you that what you are doing is making a difference. Since Cheyenne's mom went "public", she has done many interview and been profiled in many magazines and newspapers and in doing so has made the "unknown dangers" known and in turn has indeed saved the lives of other children. This is what you are doing and may GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR IT!! Jarod made an impact on your life as well as the lives of all he met, But he is also making a huge impact on those he never met by what you are doing. With you getting Jarod's story out, you are bringing awareness to people like myself and others, which WILL save lives. I do not mean to be so long winded but I felt compelled to write you and to tell you how very sorry I am but also to say THANK YOU for educating me on a danger in my children's life I had no idea about. May God bless you and your family and may Jarod be forever remembered not as a little boy who died to young, but a HERO who saved the lives of countless others.

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marz

Date:

31 May 2005

Time:

20:29:10

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I praise you in your efforts with Jarod's law. He will surely be missed by all who he touched. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. This poem was given to me when I was confronted with loss and with Jarod's birthday approaching, I pass it on to you with much love... For those I love; for those who love me

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Date:

23 May 2006

Time:

12:37:54

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Thinking of you always and everyday .... Love Dad