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Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at 8:44am Posted in Uncategorized

Wow, I’m overwhelmed by the comments I’ve received about my story of Amanda. The day ended on a nice positive note with the family together, sharing pizza. Jake and Andrea made s’mores in the fireplace (even though we got the heater fixed!) We watched American Idol and Dr. Phil. Andrea gave me and mom Build a Bears – mom the one with the handy dandy tool belt (she’s a do it yourself type of lady) and me the scrapbook one. So sweet. Mom gave me a bear that is dressed in pink (as she knows I love that color). I was really tired and drained after writing that story. I started thinking that maybe I need to do a little more to make people aware of teen dating violence. It’s time that people hear her story and know how to prevent this sort of thing. So, I’m starting a website in Amanda’s honor. It’s http://www.amandasmemory.com. I’ve emailed a few of her friends, asking for stories – not sure where this will go and how much I will be able to dedicate so soon. But it’s a start. Again, thank you and my heart feels filled for having people care so much to say something. THANK YOU>

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February 15, 2006 - 10:42 am HilaryG - What a fantastic way to honor the memory of your sister and help other people be aware of violence in relationships! I work with teenagers and I know that there are many scary, violent and controlling teen relationships. This is just the kind of information that they need...not preachy, but real and showing the pain and sadness that these relationships can bring. It is also likely that Amanda's friends, even if they don't respond positively to you (or even contact you back), need to have this opportunity to express or revisit their thoughts and feelings. This is a fantastic idea! Hilary

February 15, 2006 - 11:21 am maggie - Holly My heart goes out to you and your family. Maggie

February 15, 2006 - 3:33 pm JenniferPebbles - good for you! I am proud of you for doing this, lord knows teenage girls need all the help they can get these days...hugs.

February 15, 2006 - 4:50 pm Stacie - I love that you are doing this Holly. The reason her story touched me is because I easily could have been your sister. I too was in a very bad relationship that could have turned out many different ways. I was one of the lucky ones though. I think it is great you are trying to make people more aware of this.

February 15, 2006 - 6:17 pm Katie - What an example you are of someone who honors her sister's memory. I'm so sorry for the pain and suffering your family has had to experience because of this terrible loss. Thank you for sharing this personal story with others. Katie

February 15, 2006 - 7:37 pm Lori Gaudreau - What a special thing you're doing to honor the memory of your sister. This will help turn something so tragic for your family into something incredibly positive for young girls in similar situations. I'll continue to have you and your family in my thoughts.

February 15, 2006 - 8:05 pm gretgrrl - I just read the story about your sister --- so touching. Thanks for sharing that. I'm sure it's so hard - I lurk on your blog sometimes, and I've noticed how close you are with your family. I'm glad you have each other --

February 15, 2006 - 10:03 pm Andrea* - Oh Holly.. I am so sorry that this tradgedy has happened in your family. Amanda's story is absolutely touching, and has moved me to tears. Thank you for sharing something so intimate and heart wretching. Hugs~

February 16, 2006 - 1:25 pm VeroNica - I just read Amanda's story and it's so touching... I don't know what to say if I'm in your place... I know it's so hard for you to tell the story specially its a very personal one. But you did an awesome way in honoring your sister so you can help others be aware of such violence. I just found your blog and I noticed awhile back that you're a family oriented one. Sorry to hear the pain you're all suffering and hoping all will calm down. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thanks so much for sharing the story...

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