November 24th, 2001
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Craig, don’t give up. My grandfather was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver, and the doctor told him he had 3 months left to live. It’s been a year and he is still alive and well. There is hope left. <3
Hi Craig, Your aunt Beth just turned me on to your site here, I do not have a tv , so I have no idea what was on MTV. I will look more closely at becoming a donor. I sure you’ve heard it , form follows thought, never give in… etc. There exists a power we can not name or explain… may that power find you Jim
Hi Craig – Like your Uncle Fred said to me, you are a beacon, a beacon of light in my life. You have the best family! Lots of love to you and Cat
Beth and your cousin Justin
Craig,
I just saw your episode of True Life and was moved by your story. You have incredible stength and a wonderful family and wife. I wish you the best and know that you WILL make it through this!
P.S. June 24th is my birthday as well. I’m honored to share it with you.
I was diagnosed with AML in February 2009, and had a transplant in May 2009. I had some MAJOR setbacks along the way and I beat the odds, and you will, too. I’m so sorry to read this update – I can’t imagine what you’re going through right now, but stay positive and FIGHT. Thank you for sharing your story with everyone.
Hi Craig,
I saw your MTV show the first time it aired and was amazed by your strength and attitude. I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer two years ago. I have had my thyroid and 21 lymph nodes removed but will continue to fight it for the rest of my life. I have tried to maintain a positive attitude but have also been using an alternative treatment called the Life Vessel. It resets your autonomic nervous system through light, sound, frequency and vibration which allows your body to fight the disease on it own. There is a documented leukemia case of a 19 year old sent home because there was nothing else the doctors could do! He went in the Life Vessel and is now 29, married with two children. The nearest Life Vessel to you is in Irvine, CA a mile from John Wayne Airport. The owner tried emailing you several months ago but got no reply. His name is Todd Strane and his phone number is 949.222.9991 ext 221. If nothing else please call and please speak with him. I know I would not have done as well as I have without the Life Vessel. You are in my prayers. God Bless You!!!
Craig & Family,
Thank you for sharing your story. Its shows like this that allow everyone to come together, to bring us all closer together. To know we are not alone.
Hey Craig,
Just saw your episode on MTV yesterday. My daughter and I were so excited to see this first hand because she is going to be admitted to the hospital this coming Tuesday to prepare for her bone marrow/stem cell transplant at the end of this month. You are so brave and strong and we will keep you and your health in our prayers. Thank you for sharing your story.
Dear Craig, Kat, and family.
I finally saw the full episode of “True Life: I Need a Transplant” The other day, and got to see your struggle with this awful disease. I just wanted to share my support and positive thoughts with you and your loved ones. Cancer is a scary thing, but I truely believe you will make it through. You seem to be a great person with a huge, golden heart. Keep being strong!
Best of wishes. Xoxo, Rebecca.
Hey Guys ! Teriko is right ! What more is there to say after all the wonderful messages! ! You are both amazing, Craig and Kat !! You HAVE been such an inspiration to so many people. You will probably never have any idea how many, and how you keep up your courage the way you have is unbelievable. We’ll keep praying very hard ! ! Love Judy and Wayne, NH
Hey, Craig, Kat, Judy, Brad and all the brothers! It’s amazing how many lives you are touching and what an inspiration you are to all of us…what more is there to say after reading all these posts?!? Other than to say that we all love you here ‘back home’ in the East. Praying for the best for all of you! Love you!
Dearest Craig,
I send my love to you and your amazing wife. I will continue to pray for you both and I want you to know that there is nothing impossible for God. I pray that you will get well and that you and your loving wife will have a family one day. You are such a remarkable young man. When I start to feel depressed and complain about what I feel is wrong with my life, I will remember you, you who have been through so much without bitterness or complaints, and I will thank God for all that he has given me, including my health.
You have touched my heart Craig and I thank you for doing so. God bless you.
All my love and respect,
Yvette
Craig, man i really cant believe the news bro. i said a prayer for you and your family. i see you broadcast on JTV and you seem like such a good person. that MTV real life you did was really kool man. i hope the ride isnt over, you get better and the Doctors are wrong.
Robbie
Hello craig,
I have watched your Braodcast and i can only say that your sitiuation has touched my heart in ways that words cannot discribe. Your strength has given me hope for cures for ANY discease. I swear to this day i will try my best in the future to find a cure for your disease, though u may not be there at the time, I will still have you in my heart, you will be my insperation to find cures. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL
My husband and I just got done watching your updated episode. He cried and I did a lot of Oh My’s. I have to tell you that wife you have is amazing, I know I don’t have to tell you that but I hope we are just as strong as you two are. You two look gorgeous together. Keep up the fight and hope to see an updated new you soon. Take care you! Autumn and CJ from Manassas, VA
Hi Craig
I saw your episode on True Life today. Having gone through cancer myself, I am deeply touched by your story. I am amazed at how strong you are. And your wife is so wonderful. My husband and I r praying for you and your family. Stay strong and we r sending you much love. Your story is so inspiring.
Craig,
i saw your episode on true life it was really touching. I broke in tears, i just wanted to let you know that you are becoming a role model for many people. NEVER GIVE UP, always stay strong.
I hope you get better && always be positive no matter what. I will be praying for you (: !
Love you,
Your friend from NJ
I saw the episode on MTV and I literally cried. You are so strong and I know you will get through this. You have such optimism and I will pray to God that you get through everything fine. I believe in you <3
Hello Craig! Yesterday morning I saw your story on MTV and it just broke my heart, but your optimism and your courage inspire me. I want to do something to help in whatever way I can. I turn eighteen in three months, so as soon as that happens, I am becoming a bone marrow donor.
Craig,
Saw your story on MTV last evening. The most important thing right now is to only THINK REAL THOUGHTS about life with a strong immune system. Ever hear about the “Laws of Attraction”? What we THINK about often manifests itself somehow due to all of the Universe’s energy. Everything is energy. Living life to the fullest possible is part of that and I saw that you do that. All of this positive energy funneling your way from everyone here on this website can only be a good thing also!! I just may check into your nightly webcast!
Take care and live strong!
Kathleen.
Hey Craig, You will be fine… believe it, stay strong! Don’t plan on dieing, plan on living… All my prayers out to your family!
Hi Craig, I saw your story on MTV the other day and felt the need to stop by. I just wanna say I wish you all the best and you’re one brave son of a gun. I will be praying for you and stay strong brother. Your new Chicago buddy Archie. Peace
Hi Craig,
I wish you all the best!!! We are getting your message out on our broadcast. I hope it helps. You are an inspiration to others, hun, and I sincerely hope a donor comes along real soon!!!
HUGGS!!
Big Momma
hey craig.!
i just wanted to say that you have to be positive.!!
cuz i have leukemia when i was 3 years old and now i have 13 and i have 13 and i’m okay,happy and safe… soo what im trying to tell you is that you have to be strong,you have to stand for your self.! i know that this is difficult…but do it for your wife,family and friends.!!
i belive in you.!
att.nataly from. Puerto Rico.!
Hey Craig, just saw your story. My younger sister was diagnosed with Leukemia when she was about 4 years old, had a BMT and everything. It went into remission and has stayed that way for about 11 years now. Stay positive man.