Friday, October 28, 2005

THANK YOU FROM LEE ANN


Here is a copy of the Thank You from Lee Ann that is posted on her website. "I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart. Jahon and I have received so much support from all over the country. I never would have imagined there were so many people out there that would dig so deep in their hearts for us.

We are doing great! We have found a house here in Wilmington. It's small but very well kept, freshly painted and new carpet, and best of all right on the bus line. We have begun moving things in and have had generous furniture donations from a local furniture store, The Wookey Hole. We only need a few more things that are listed on the help lee page.

Please forgive me that I am not more computer savy. I have received help from my cousin and friends with this new technology. All of the emails I have received I have in a notebook to keep forever. I have had a chance to read all your messages and want to thank you ALL for your prayers and support.

Thank You!"

Sorry it's been awhile since last update :)

Cheryl K

UPDATED INFORMATION FOR DONATIONS

Lee Ann and Jahon are moving into a small house that is unfurnished. They have received a very generous donation from a local Wilmington furniture store, The Wookey Hole, to help get them started.

They still need a few small items such as curtains and a small TV table. For safety reasons, we have set up a way to have Target Gift Cards directly to Lee Ann so that her new address does not have to be posted publicly. In addition to these necessities she will also be able to purchase diapers and other items not covered by WIC. We hope that you understand the need for a young single mother to have some level of security.

Packages, letters and other mail items can be shipped directly to Lee at Charlotte's house.

Lee Ann Bemboom
c/o Charlotte Bemboom Hackman
1463 Quadrant Circle
Wilmington NC 28405

Note: Charlotte & Ed bought Lee a new washer & dryer set!!

MONETARY DONATIONS for Lee Ann & Jahon

If you would like to help restart Lee and Jahon lives monetarily please feel free to send funds to Lee's new bank in Wilmington.

Bank Of America

1325 Military Cutoff Road
Wilmington, NC 28405
910.251.5307

Checks payable to Lee Ann Bemboom.

Wednesday, October 26, 2005

CONCERT

Thank you Wanda, Joanna and Erika for all your efforts in getting the tickets and providing transportation for Lee Ann to get to the Rolling Stones Concert. What a wonderful treat!

Saturday, October 15, 2005

UPDATE

Charlotte came home from hospital today. We would like to wish her a speedy recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with her.

Lee Ann is still at the house and waiting on word about housing. Assistance is slow but moving forward. Hopefully she will hear some good news soon.

Lee Ann is very grateful for all the support while Charlotte was in the hospital.

Monday, October 10, 2005

CHARLOTTE IN HOSPITAL

Charlotte was taken to the hospital after experiencing pain on Friday night.  She is still there and we will update if we get any new information.  Lee Ann has had a set back in the housing area and now is with out the daily support that Charlotte has been providing.  Lee Ann is able to take care of things for herself; however, without access to transportation it is extremely difficult.  The apartment would have afforded her more accessibility to transportation, but that has not worked out.  So she is back to square one in housing.  I know there is speculation and wondering about Lee Ann's possible decision to move into a hotel until she can find more permanent housing and we would like to clarify.

  • Lee Ann is looking into this possibility through the Cape Fear Volunteer Center.  They have done this for others through voucher expenses.  This is not an expense that she can undertake for herself right now.

  • With Charlotte in the hospital, Lee Ann needs to be closer to public transportation as that is the only other means she has to get around.  When Charlotte comes home she will require time to recuperate and Lee Ann wants to give her that time without the added worry of running her around.

Lee Ann still needs lots of support.  She has a long road ahead, but with the wonderful family of friends everything will work out in the end.  Keep them in your prayers!  Brighter Days Tomorrow!    

Saturday, October 08, 2005

PLACE OF HER OWN

GREAT NEWS...Lee Ann will be moving into a place of her own around the 15th of the month and NBC Nightly News plans to do a follow up story. We will post new information as soon as available. Thank you again to everyone who has contributed and helped make this such a positive experience!!

There is a setback in living arrangements for Lee Ann. The apartment that Lee Ann was looking to move into is no longer available.

Friday, October 07, 2005

JULIE ARRIVED SAFELY

Charlotte emailed last evening that Julie arrived safely late Thursday evening. She was invited to speak to the Rotary this morning (Fri 10/7) with Lee Ann and Charlotte.

Thursday, October 06, 2005

PHOTOS


New photos have been posted to the family web site of Lee Ann & Jahon. They are wonderful. :)

Click here to view them.

Wednesday, October 05, 2005

THE STEDMAN FAMILY

Julie's new site HelpAFamilyInNeed is up and running, check it out!

The Stedman Family has recently been added to the site. Julie has verified all the information about the family. Michelle Stedman has just started working at the same place as Julie. Click on the family name in title above to visit family's blog to see how we can help them. Pass the word on to everyone about Julie's new site and the families in need.

There are many, many people who still need help out there. Let's pass the word on. Tell all your family, co-workers and friends about the new site.

Thanks,
Cheryl K

Saturday, October 01, 2005

DONATED ITEMS LIST

I've posted here under comments a listing of items that have already been sent to Lee Ann & Jahon so you may have a better idea of what was sent and needed. Click the link above to log into Walmart Registry to check there too as items purchased through there are not included (enter Leeann Bemboom). I will continue to update the list as other donations are reported. If you send anything, please post here so we can update list.

Message from Lee Ann - Jahon has received plenty of clothing and toys for the time being. Thanks for all that was sent, she really, really appreciates it!

Thanks for your caring & generosity. I have never met a group of more caring people then those I have met through the groups and this blog. Thank you Kara for organizing the info. for me.