~ Lhea, a former Resident of the Hannah Center:

Everyone,

I don’t know where to begin. There are a million things I want to say, but first off I would like to thank everyone at the Hannah Center for everything they’ve done for my son and I. My life was a complete mess before and had I not had the chance of a lifetime to come here I know without a doubt that I would not have pulled through. This was the most incredible opportunity and experience in my life and I would like everyone to know just how much I appreciate all of it.

Thank you to all of the volunteers who crossed my path and would listen to all of my daily gripes, especially you, Karen. It’s been so much fun and I’m glad I had the chance to say goodbye to you. And Pat and Brenda – oh where to begin? You two are a riot! I loved it. Pat - I’ll miss our drives back and forth to wherever having our girl talks. Thanks for listening. And Brenda - thanks for listening to all of my “what if’s” and just overall thanks for listening.

You all are so good at that. And last but not least Jerold and Mari. You two are awesome! I will miss you two and everyone else so much. Like I said, I won’t forget you ever. And when I leave here I know I will make it because I’ve had the chance to become strong. I’ve seen how you live your life and am happy that you let me be a part of it because now I know that ANYTHING is possible. I wish I could have spent more time with you towards the end, but I understand completely that your life got a little bumpy. I will miss your stories, Mari, and your guy’s sense of humor.

Thank you again for everything, for providing everything for us. Never once did I go without something I needed. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!

Sincerely,

Lhea and Laene