Comments on: Michelle is in peace.

By: Michelle Maykin Dies | Harry Mok

Michelle Maykin Dies | Harry Mok — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:30:58 +0000

[...] Maykin Dies Some sad news. Over the weekend, Michelle Maykin died. Her fight against leukemia inspired a nationwide outreach campaign to register bone marrow [...]

By: Bari

Bari — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:54:44 +0000

I was a avid follower of Michelles journey from when I saw her projectmichelle site on stickam a few years ago. Michelle, Van, Mabel, and I did exchange emails from time to time. Unfortunately, I didnt know of Michelle’s passing until this very moment, and I am so sad. When ever I would write to Michelle either through email or facebook, even with her condition, she would always take the time to write back, and ask me about my nephew that is now dealing with a rare type of leukemia. I told Michelle that when she got better she and Van needed to honeymoon in Hawaii and I would be there to give her a great big hug. Unfortunately I will never get a chance to receive my hug from her. Michelle’s spirit was so beautiful and even though I never got to meet her in person, she was my hero. She was a fighter. Her strength and faith and unconditional kindness was something thing that is so rare in a person. Something we all strive for.
My deepest sympathies go to the family and friends that knew her best… esp to Van and Mabel.

Much Love Michelle. We miss you so much, but we take great comfort that you are no longer in pain anymore. Thanks for inspiring so many and I will never forget you.
Much Aloha, Bari

By: kaybee

kaybee — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:14:11 +0000

I found this blog today ~ my husband had his last chemo for non-hodgkins (large b cell) 9/1/09. My best friend/sister died this summer in the middle of this. Michelle is truly loved and will not be forgotten. This tribute to her life is helping me cope this morning. Thank you.

By: Jenny

Jenny — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:51:19 +0000

The world lost a beautiful soul, but her presence and impact will live on.. My thoughts are with you Van, Maykin family & Mabel.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 02:38:48 +0000

I am a Leukemia survivor and all I need to say is Michelle is an inspiration. She will never be forgotten. Everyone reading this, please sign up for the bone marrow registry. Save a life!

By: Vinh Tong

Vinh Tong — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 03:49:14 +0000

It was thanks to Michelle that I signed up to be a registered bone marrow donor. I have been following her blog for a long time now and I am saddened by her passing. My condolences to Van, her family, and all her friends.

By: Marisa

Marisa — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:42:53 +0000

I do not know Michelle personally but am also, amongst others, a loyal follower of this blog. As a result of reading her blog, I became much more knowledgable of this deadly disease and became a registered donor. I could not stop thinking about Michelle even as I took my annual vacation to Japan, and on July 19 at the Meiji Shrine, wrote out an ema tablet praying that she find peace. Just like the impact she left on me, it is clear from all other comments how monumentally she has impacted the lives of thousands of people from all over the world. For as long as I live, I will never forget Michelle Maykin for the warrior-like personality she had in fighting this disease – it is to me the greatest tenacity I have ever witnessed in a person. I hate the fact that sometimes it takes the struggles and even death of another person, including a person one may not know, to change perception in your own life and I am still wrapping my head around why that is so. My most heartfelt condolences to Van and Michelle’s family and friends.

By: Abby

Abby — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 02:11:07 +0000

I have been offline this whole week and one of the first things I did tonight was to check the blog for any news on how Michelle was doing. I am so sad to hear the news of Michelle’s passing. I stumbled on her blog some time ago and would check often for updates on how she was doing. This is so heart breaking. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family and friends and those whom she has touched with her story and courage.

By: Joana Ramos

Joana Ramos — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 05:24:11 +0000

Dear Van and family,

Please accept my condolences on Michelle’s passing. She was indeed a person who was a light to the world, and she’ll always be remembered. You and Michelle and all your loved ones have made a tremendous contribution to helping to equalize the chances for all patients with these deadly diseases. Although we never met in person, I can assure you that your efforts and willingness to share with me and so many others,have made a real difference.

Best regards,

Joana

By: Miyu Kataoka

Miyu Kataoka — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:53:43 +0000

I had the honor of writing an article on Michelle a few months ago. I am truly sorry for your loss. God bless.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:39:55 +0000

I AM SO SORRY ABOUT HER LOSS…MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HER AND HER FAMILY..I FEEL LIKE I KNOW HER BY READING HER BIO, AND WHAT SHE DID TO HELP OTHERS…SHE IS A REMARKABLE PERSON, AND BEAUTIFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT …REST IN PEACE ANGEL .

By: Susan

Susan — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:14:33 +0000

Apologies for the lateness of this post, but my thoughts are with you and all who loved Michelle. Her strength was incredible, and her influence on those who knew her is clear.
RIP, Michelle.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:31:24 +0000

Michelle, you taught us how to live, you gave us the gift of hope, and you did it all as a selfless human being. Now your life has transcended from this world making you an even greater force that continues to watch over us.

By: Nui

Nui — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:01:57 +0000

We all Love you, Michelle.

By: Nui

Nui — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:00:54 +0000

I love you, Michelle.

By: Jane

Jane — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 12:03:22 +0000

I’m so very sorry for your loss The beautiful montage of photos looked like you had a beautiful weekend with Michelle and shared some lovely memories

By: Mark

Mark — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:47:39 +0000

I am very sorry to hear this news. Rest in peace Michelle; you fought a great fight.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:59:44 +0000

Rest in peace Michelle.

By: Van and Family... I only now have come upon this site through Nathiya, a friend of Michelle's. I am so very sorry the loss you are experiencing without Michelle in your lives. I send you strength and positive energy to help with your healing during this

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:45:43 +0000

http://www.wishfulthinking.typepad.com

By: Erica

Erica — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:32:59 +0000

I am so, so sorry for your loss. I have been rooting for Michelle every since I heard about her cancer. Prayers to her friends and family. God bless you all.