A Guestbook of Sorts
I will use this page to post comments I have received about the website or about
Greg that don't fit anywhere else. I have had terrible luck with having a guestbook. The sties
offering them shut down or they just plain don't work. Peter's comments are first, because it was his
idea. Some are from my friends, some are from Greg's friends, but some are from complete
strangers who were moved to write me after they'd visited
this site. All comments are appreciated and welcomed.
I've just read Greg's memorial website and I'm completely lost for
words...very very moving and touching... A website remembering Greg and
celebrating his life is a wonderful idea...
I didn't realise his illness was so extensive...he must have had tremendous
courage and strength of character for someone so young...
I've had several bereavements in my family, but I know I can't possibly
comprehend what you, Evelyn, Lowell and everyone else who knew Greg must be
going thr
ough right now... I'll shall keep you and your family in my
thoughts
Peter, Dublin, Ireland.
As for the website, i think it's great! I loved the pics and all the information about Greg :))
What a great kid!! I hope you will keep adding to it. I know i would have loved him just as many ppl would had they had the chance.
Kat, Ottawa, Canada.
I just finished perusing the site, as it is so far. I am writing this to
you through very tear-clouded eyes. It is a beautiful and moving tribute
to an extraordinary son. You've done so very right by him.
Pat, Arizona
Everything on the site, and I checked all parts that you did so
far, including the empty music section, and I am touched. It is such a
loving thing that you have started; sadly sweet and nostalgic. I would
suggest that you continue it in the manner you have begun and avoid
morbidity and excessive pathos. Keep it positive with the good memories and
happy times. Take his attitude towards his illness as your key and stress
it. As I read it my grief is for you and others in his family and who knew
him, the survivors, as it should be. Grief isn't for the departed it's for
those whose lives he touched.
Jim, South Carolina.
Very well done, Sharon !!! I cried
Kathi, Michigan.
Well, the web site moved me that's for sure. A very sweet way to pay
tribute to your son. It paints a picture of your son so that all who visit it
will feel as if they knew him.
Bernie, West Virginia.
What a beautiful idea. I cried with you as I went from site to site. A great
idea!
Viola, Maine.
I'm sitting here at work reading that site, loving it, i can feel the love u
have for your son in yer words, makes me feel sog good, fighting the tears
for your pain, i cant wait to read more on it, great job!!! Lots more to
say but i'll shut my big mouth this time...
Trish, Alabama
You did a wonderful job...it was moving..i
felt sad..but also uplifted,knowing how strong Greg's spirit was..knowing
how lucky he was to have a mother like you
Mary, Florida
I finally got a chance to look at the site again and it's very touching
sharon.
I especially found the stories section a very nice look into his life and
your relationship with him.
Amos, New York
You have done a wonderful job on his page..
Randy, Maryland
I've had a quick look at your new web site for Greg and I think your doing
a good job. It's obviously going to be very personal but hopefully it will
give some comfort, not only to you and your family but also to those who
may find themselves in a similar position.
Jim, Sheffield, England
I've just been reading through your website for Greg. Such a beautiful way
to remember. Your children really are beautiful, and the picture so haunting.
As I read through your stories, though I of course knew the outcome, I
kept hoping that it would turn out differently. As I read through and then
remembered, the time when you first told us about each new step in the
cancer is indescribably transformed. It was scary at the time, of course,
but now in hindsight, it is as if the past has coiled around into a
different reality...which I suppose it has.
Ann, Idaho
This is a beautiful and poetic expression of love.
Emotion wells up and our humanness and compassion
spill forth in tears. A truly spiritual remembrance.
Don, Kentucky
It is a great website. He would be proud of it. I love it, and I thank you for
allowing me to see a little of Greg and how his life was. I almost feel I knew him
because of the site.
Kurt, Ohio
WOW! What a beautiful tribute to Greg. I can not imagine how difficult it
was for you to compose such a tribute to your son. A real heart-rending
tribute.
Allan, Indiana.
My heart is breaking...I do not even know what to say...it is very humbling, and makes you realize just how precious life is....and how trivial most of our burdens are....all my love and support to you and your family. These pages will keep Greg alive in all our hearts....a real tribute to his life and your love.
Linda, Wisconsin
I would like to thank you for creating Greg's Page, I know it must've been
very difficult. I can tell his whole family loved him. My grandma is going
through cancer treatment and your page helped me a lot. I'm sure it has
helped others, too. I wish I had gotten to meet Greg, he was a hero. Thank
you for telling his story.
Krys, Edina High School. Edina, MN.
This is Erin, Evelyn's friend from Smith. This may seem a little odd,
but I wanted to write and thank you. I was talking to Evelyn tonight on IM
and she mentioned something about your webpage about Greg. After I
finished talking to her, I decided to see if I could find it, and using my
limited searching abilities I succeeded. I read it, cried, re-read it, and
decided to write to you. Evelyn has talked about Greg so many times that I
feel like I knew him, but only after reading this did I realize that
unfortunately I'm not that lucky. He was an amazing person who obviously
touched many lives in a profound way. I wanted to thank you for having the
courage to write about him and share him with those of us not privileged
enough to actually meet him. Although I have never told Evelyn this, I
feel my life has been forever changed just by knowing that someone could be
so brave and positive under such extraordinary circumstances. I think of
him often and truly wish that I could have gotten to know him.
Erin, Northampton, MA
That Really Touched Me. I Dont Know Who He Is But I Cant Help It But Im Crying.
He Was CUTE!!!!
he will always look down on you guys.
thanx for letting me share
love,
amy s.
Fortunately for Greg, his mother is an extrodinary example of what a
mother should be. By creating and continuing your rememberance site for
Greg, you are allowing him to live on, in our hearts and thoughts. I
can recall your countless stories over the last couple years, but
nothing can compare to the heartfelt emotion you portray in your
memories of Greg on this site.
I am deeply touched.
Charlie, Michigan.
I was very sad the day I heard the news of Greg's passing. I will
always remember Greg's smile and upbeat attitude as a member of the
band Cosmic Ray. His outgoing attitude was always very pleasant. I
enjoyed seeing him at our shows. I have seen a video of his band
doing a song of ours called 'Half A Brain'. It really cracked me up.
It was an honor that he enjoyed Flipp enough to cover one of our
songs. My best wishes go out to Greg's family & friends.
Chia of Flipp
This all happened so close to me-- I live in St.Paul, my favorite band is
Lifter/Puller and has been since their first album came out a while ago now,
and my favorite show is The Price is Right. My dad died of cancer when I
was eight. I'm 16 years old now, and I can easily say I won't forget this
story. I can't think of much more to say, but I guess Its too bad I never
met Greg, saw him at a show or in the city.
John, Minnesota.
What a wonderful loving tribute to your most courageous
young son. I can not even begin to understand you pain as I
have not had to face this situation. I don't know why a
gifted young man with so much love to share was taken so
early. Some things remain a mystery and we never fully
understand, but by faith we go on with our lives one day at
a time. I greatly admire your strength and courage. Peace
be with you.
Mary, California.
Thank you for your website. It takes a lot of courage to celebrate a lived life, rather than mourning what you've lost.
Bridgett
I stumbled across your site while looking for information on another
Gregory (Gregory Kingsley, the boy who famously divorced his parents
some years ago). I was moved to respond to it the way I never have to a
website before, purely because it's the most beautifully and simply
constructed tribute site I have ever seen. Wherever your son is now, I
am sure he is watching over you with love... and carefully making
certain the website continues to be an honour to his life!! I'd like to
imagine him saying "gee mom, now the whole world knows I loved a
stuffed elephant...THANKS!!" Kids!
My love and healing thoughts go to you - a stranger to another
stranger. Sometimes that's the most honest love you can get.
Liz, Australia
we read your tragic story and we feel your pain and sorrow everyday at south middle alternative lowell would tell us about how great his brother was and how he loved him so much. we didnt understand what he was going through till we read your story i myself am having a major surgery on my spine and complications are not very rare in this case. and ashleys mother had breast cancer and still has one more surgery to go. we have some what of an idea of what u went through and still are going through. so please send our regards to your family and tell lowell that emma and ashley G say hi.
Emma and Ashley G, Minneapolis
sharon- i love your sight, because i love what you
have done for your son!
its the greatest, and i'm sure he must be so proud
of
you! (i know his ears are burning right now!!!)
Michael, Florida
I stumbled on your site looking for a domain name. Our heart goes out to you and your family, having
kids of our own. Prayer will help, and we will pray for healing.
Eric
one of the best sites i have visited ever.i think i stumbled on u accidently, looking for travel insurance! (underthesun.co.uk???) so glad i did.
i also lost my son in 1999, june, to Cystic Fibrosis. He was 11. i cried & cried when i read your words about your Greg.
have only read prob 1% of the site. look forward to more.
Your friend & fellow female in England
Love,Valerie, England
I stumbled on your website by accident while searching for something else and was very touched. Sorry to hear of the death of your son, he was a fine looking young man.
Best,
Jim Chandler
ran across your website and can't seem to stop reading...! The stories you tell about your children will
live forever. You are a wonderful writer and you bring out emotions in people. I still have tears in my
eyes! Your children are beautiful and so is Greg's website. My sister's best friend died in a car accident a
few years ago and I wrote a poem for my sister, who was 16 at the time. It's on my website along with
my own randomness if you're interested.
http://www.geocities.com/cuzayesed/
Michelle, Maryland
Sharon
I think you have done a great thing for your son, and don't ever worry because he will always be by your side.
God Bless
Christina
As a father of two boys 7 and 10 and one on the way next month, I pray almost every day not to be faced with that which you have faced, the sickness and ultimate loss of a child.
Your site was a wonderful expression of love and devotion to your son, a living legacy to him.
All the best to you and your family.
David, Florida
I came upon your website through the Lifterpuller.com links. Considering the age difference (which was small), the location we both grew up (boarding suburbs), and interests shared (bands and disc golf), I'm surprised I never met your son at DG courses or at shows. I also saddened. Through this website he has captured our
imagination with his strength and courage. I think that's pretty evident by all posts on the message board from people (like me) who didn't know him, but were compelled to write and express our sympathies.
This site is really a great tribute to him.
Best wishes,
Keith, Minneapolis
Dear Mrs. Hundt,
I'll have to say that I just stumbled on to your site. I began to read it and I want you to know that your story touched my heart.
Your son must have been a great inspiration to you. You should share your story in a movie or something so that it can get out to others.
I've know a few friends over the years that have died of cancer and it has always been so heart breaking.
I wish you the best and hope that others can always hear your story.
Sincerely, Thomas DuBose
Round Rock, Texas
wow. I came upon this site by accident. But your story and the photo of your son touched my heart. You are a very strong woman.
My heart to you and your family,
Alisha
I wanted to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your son. I can't even imagine how horribly painful it must be to lose a child. I have two, a girl (5) and a boy(1) and I was trying to arrange day care for my daughter when stumbled upon your web site. I'm at work, and reading your memorial site for Greg has me crying.
I also wanted to thank you, stumbling upon your site made me think about how lucky I am. People get down about so many things totally taking for granted all the amazing things they have.
Thank you,
Kathy
I was just surfing the web and came accross your site and let me tell you that boy sounded like a wonderful person. I bet he is looking down on your whole family and making a place for them in henven, best of wishes.
Roy
Thank you for this web page.... I found by accident. I almost didn't open, but as I read your reasons-how could I not.
Greg continues to touch and influence lives. ... even strangers like me.
I am not very good with spoken/writen word, but I wanted to thank you for sharing your son and family.
I couldn't overlook the depth of his eyes in the picture in the hospital room. Big deep soft eyes..... An "Old Soul" is how I've heard these special people described...Like they have a wisdom beyond their time....like a window to his heart & soul...continued through all his pictures.
His story only verified my feelings/reactions to his image..a person of purpose, creativity, sensitive, loving (& much more). Indeed a special person, a treasure and gift from God.
My heart is with you and your family.
Sincerely...a Mother, a Nurse.
Thanks for sharing Gegg's story on the internet! Can you give me any information on condra sarcoma? I know it's
very rare but I wonder if you gleaned any info. when you were fighting the battle for Greg. I work for a
cancer support group and just today I learned of a teenage girl wirh condra sarcoma. I would like to find out
anything about this rare disease. Thanks for any help you can give or any web site you can refer me to
Thanks, Kathleen Shelton
I read about your son and it brought me to tears, your love for your son reminds me that there are many beautiful things in this world. The love for your son is a beautiful thing.
Your website and the love for your son has touched so many people and reminded them what love really is.
Anonymous
I came across your web site unintentionally and read your story about your son, Greg. I am 57 years old and 4 years ago I lost my best friend, whom I have known since we were each 5 years old. He died suddenly from a heart attack the same day I was to go to his house for a party. My mother, father, brother and now my best friend are all gone. Please accept my deepest condolences and cherish his memory.
Larry Fugel, St. Louis, MO
I'm sorry about your great loss. My friend just died of cancer...she was only 23. She was put on this Earth to make everyone she met a better person, and she did just that. I know it seems so confusing why God would take such beautiful people away, but know that He blessed you with them to begin with, and we are all lucky to have known and loved them for any period of time, though it seems briefer than it should be.
I admire your courage and strength, because I am a new parent of a 10 month old boy, and I can only imagine what you've gone through. Just remember the lives that he's touched and know that even a complete stranger can be inspired by his life!
May God continue to bless you and your children!
Leila Willingham, Edmond, OK
It's Easter Day, 2005. I stumbled upon your website by mistake, looking for a local garden center called Under The Sun.
I sit here now, with tears streaming down my face. My two sons (Mike age 17 and Morgan age 15) sit in the living room, watching a movie. They too like South Park and The Simpsons. Morgan plays frisbee golf and the guitar. Mike works at a local restaraunt, Eskimo Joes and will graduate this year (hopefully).
Your website has reminded me to love my children, for all their faults. The times I thought were troubled (Mike with marijuana, or drinking) are nothing. I will remember that they are a gift to me from god, and need to be cherished.
I still feel your pain, and wish I could comfort you more. But thank you for reminding me to LOVE my children unconditionally.
My mind and heart is with you today...
Happy Easter.
Kristi Brown, Stillwater, OK.
To Greg's Mom and Family,
I was looking for a name for a website and came across your site.
Today is Easter, my warmest wishes to your beautiful family and prayers to heal the pain of your lost.
Nancy, North Carolina.
One of my friends just came by this website, and I am so glad to see it. I am so glad that there is a piece of greg still out there. I still have some of his disc golf disc's and I carry them with me when I go out and play as a remembrance to him. I still think about him and it great to see this site to remind me of memories. I hope all is well with you. To follow up with my life, I live in San Diego and I am a law school student. I also turned my house into a recording studio, which was tuff because my house is under 400 square feet, but I live right near the ocean. I hope all is well
Chase Goodman, San Diego
I just read your website dedication to your son, Greg. Very moving and touching. I will pray for you and your family. I have 3 children of my own, and I can't even imagine the pain a Mother goes through when they lose a child. Your website is very inspirational and such a great way to commemorate your son.
I wish you the best and your family.
Laura Caroffino
Please send any comments or suggestions to me. Thank you.
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Created 28 July, 1999
Revised 11 March, 2008
by Sharon Hundt