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Name: Mario Anibal Gentinetta
email: mario@grinfeld.com
From: Sonora, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 09:45:36 PM

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Amado hijo,

Siempre junto a vos, siempre Papá.

Beloved son, always with you, always Dad.

Name: Elsie Gentinetta
email: elsie@grinfeld.com
From: Sonora, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 09:55:24 PM

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Somebody told us "You gave your son wings and roots". All along your life, and specially along this trip, it has been wonderful to see you fly higher and higher, and to deepen your roots in the word of God. Always remember, your mother holds your hand for a little while, but your heart, forever. I am so proud of you. Love Mami

Name: Florencia Gentinetta
email: florencia54@hotmail.com
From: Modesto, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 10:01:24 PM

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Emmanuel, I am so proud of the person you have become. Your amazing attitude and determination will get you everything you want in life. I have learn so much from you and am SO INCREDIBLY PROUD to have you as my brother. Love you always, Flory

Name: Clarissa Gentinetta
email: elsie@grinfeld.com
From: Sonora, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 10:06:18 PM

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Dear Emmanuel, I am very happy to be your little sister. I am very proud of you for what you are doing. I can't wait until you finish your trip and we go to Tierra del Fuego to be there with you. You are the best big brother in the whole world. I really miss you. I love you with all my heart and I know that you love me too.

Name: Francesco Gentinetta
email: mario@grinfeld.com
From: Sonora, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 10:12:05 PM

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Emmanuel, you are the BEST brother any fourth grader could ask for. My feelings can not be express in words; therefore, I am writing a song call "Oh Emmanuel". Yours truly, Francesco

Name: Tia Monica
email:
From: Modesto, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 10:17:05 PM

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Dear E'mamuel, your perseverance, decision and above all your love for the Lord, make me feel proud for being your aunt. I love you very much and I am with you every second of your trip. Hugs and kisses with love, Tia Monica

Name: Tio Roberto
email:
From: Modesto, California, USA
Date: Saturday, January 29, 2000
Time: 10:28:17 PM

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Un poeta escribio: "Caminante no hay camino, se hace camino al andar..." and one day I met a very little walker. Today that walker is making a great, great way on his walk. Not only is he walking, now he is flying and is making a way like the eaglet that grew up and became an eagle in the land of condors. Ese es mi sobrino "De la ley" a quien tanto amo y con quien estoy caminando, pedaleando y volando como una experta águila. Dios me lo proteja mucho y lo acompañe constantemente en esta tremenda y valiente determinación. Un abrazo y un beso de su Tio Roberto

Name: Diego Presno
email: frenetix@netscape.net
From: Montevideo, Uruguay
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 12:33:23 AM

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Querido Emanuel,

Desde los sures, el más sincero deseo de que termines tu viaje con bien.

Un afectuoso saludo,

Diego

Name: Steve Geanakos
email: steveg@mlode.com
From: Sonora, CA,USA
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 07:41:48 AM

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My whole family has been kept up to date with your adventure because of Francesco. He is in my son Jimi's 4th grade class. Everyday we get the "Manny" update. Good luck with the final push in your journey. I hope the road you are travelling on is less bumpy than my own. Adios

Name: Esteban Briz
email: ebriz@access.net.ec
From: Quito, ECUADOR
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 10:12:06 AM

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Emannuel,

He visitado tu pagina WEB y tus padres han hecho un verdadero trabajo... esta super bien diseñada. Me pregunto como te esta yendo.. eres super decidido y eso es super porque en el futuro no tendras problemas en hacer y ser lo que seas. Te felicito y auguro un exito total...

Que Dios te bendiga.

Chau,

ESTEBAN

Name: Silvia de Tognetti
email: smoon@ciudad.com.ar
From: cap.fed.,Bs.As., Argentina
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 10:12:29 AM

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Desde este mágico mundo del internet hemos recuperado la hermosísima amistad con tus papis,y así compartido cada momento de tu hazaña con ellos y contigo. Ya estás muy cerca de tu meta...¡Adelante! Que nada ni nadie perturbe tu esfuerzo...tu éxito...tu amor por la vida misma... Dios siempre está contigo!!! GOOD LUCK, MANNY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Name: Jaime Martin
email: jaimemart69@hotmail.com
From: Mojacar,Almeria,SPAIN.
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 01:20:18 PM

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Manny this is Jaime, Man this is fantastic you are doing a great job with your trip I feel sorry about the bus i hope you are ok now well I just want to tell you that I found a road here that goes from South Spain to China I hope that is enought for you you can try this road after you finish that one overthere.Well keep it real say hi to your parents and good luck Your buddy always:

Jaime Martin.

Name: Downtown
email: msbrown@calpoly.edu
From: San Luis Obispo, CA
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 06:34:14 PM

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"I have trusted in the Lord without wavering. Test me, O Lord, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; For your love is ever before me, and I walk continually in your truth." Psalm 26:1-3. God bless you Manny.

Name: Melissa Guerra
email: 2608mel@excite.com
From: Bakersfield, California, USA
Date: Sunday, January 30, 2000
Time: 09:34:18 PM

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Dear Emmanuel, We have seen all your pictures at your website. They look great. I hope you are doing better now after the accident that you had. Where are you now? Are you passing through Santiago, Chile? I have an aunt who lives in Santiago. Her name is Maren and her phone number is 771-0702. My grandparents are visiting her until the end of February. Let us know if you are passing through Santiago and we'll let them know about you and maybe you can stay there if you need a place to stay overnight. Well, hope to hear from you soon. God bless and take care! -Melissa Guerra

Name: Mike Dotten
email:
From: Sonora CA
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 08:11:24 AM

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Hey, Manny!

Your Uncle Mike and Aunt Sherri wish you the best! We are so proud of you for undertaking this Great Adventure. Who would have guessed when we met you when you were in your diapers that The Lord would use you to conquer the world in such a fashion! Be assured that He has even greater things in store for you!

This Web Site is GREAT!

Name: El primo Adolfo
email: adolfopap@yahoo.com
From: Buenos Aires - Argentina
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 12:18:41 PM

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Manuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!!!! Pedalea Rapido que se enfria el mate. Vamos torazo tadavia. UUUiiiiijaaaaaaaaaaaa

Name: Curtis Coats
email: siantiques@mlode.com
From: Sonora, California
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 12:47:47 PM

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Hello Manuel, We all say hi from your home in the USA....Brian & Rita and all the G@@D friends that you have here are wishing you nothing but the very best and are praying for you as your prayer warriors........May GOD bless you richly from this adventure of all adventures that you are on..

Name: Julian Ricci
email: jricci@ciudad.com.ar
From: BS As
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 12:57:53 PM

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Hola!!! recien llego de las vacaciones y me conto la tialo del accidente, Me alegro de que no haya pasado nada grave y de que pudiste seguir adelante con tu sueño!!! saludos y SUERTE!!!!!!

Julian (tu primo)

Name: Kevin Reem
email: Reemvision@aol
From: Burbank CA USA
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 01:43:42 PM

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Emmanuel, I am sure you remember me, we met outside of Santa Barbra at a campsight overlooking the ocean. I was with several other bikers, two of which also had a BOB trailer such as yours. ANyway we have all been following your wonderful adventure. Read your latest report and I am so happy that you weren't injored seriously. Our thoughts are with you. I am sure when you finish your book it will be a big hit, (I'll buy a copy as long as you sign it, so I can say I knew you when...) There have been several times when riding my bike and I come upon a hill or weather that is unfavorable, I think of what you have accomplished and it gives me strength.

good luck

Kevin Reem

Name: BALBUENA'S
email: pcbalbuena@mlode.com
From:
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 02:16:45 PM

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Imanuel, We are praying for you and believe in you. finish the race and see all that God is going to do through this incrediable accomplishment. Phil says to say hello to the penquinos' at the southern most tip of Argentina. Via Con Dios Mi amigo The BAlbuena's

Name: vala
email: emailvala@aol.com
From: miami, florida, usa
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 02:46:35 PM

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manny, i met your father on a flight some time ago. i am a flight attendant and i began to talk to him after seeing how wonderful he was with his wife and family. i believe you were there. i too and married with children and he has given me so many words of wisdom and encouragement. what you are doing is a dream i had at one time. i was quite the adventurer in my youth and you are reminding me of it each time i sign on to read about your adventures. thank you for sharing all your experiences. i hope to some day come visit you and your family in sonora with my children in tow. until then i will continue to enjoy your adventure. many wishes of health and safety along the way. i look forward to meeting you soon. vala kodish p.s. the website is AWESOME!! i have hungry kids at the moment and not enough time to peruse the whole thing. i look forward to it.

Name: Kristin Brown
email: fuzzy@mlode.com
From: Sonora, CA, USA
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 09:11:25 PM

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Manny, How is life in the great outdoors? I am very glad to hear that you are doing well. It is so amazing how often your name is mentioned and it is a wonderful feeling to say "Yeah, I know him." You have made me along with many others proud to know the great Emmanual Gentinetta. You are talked about so often at Summerville High. I am enjoying my first year. Although I am not class president. SORRY! You are so right. Highschool does past fast and there is nothing to slow it down. Oh well. Life goes on. Manny, may the lord continue to bless you on your journey and you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I love you like a brother. You have made us all so proud. Enjoy the rest of your trip. With love in Christ, Kristin Brown

Name: Debbie Brown
email: browndg@mlode.com
From: Sonora, CA, USA
Date: Monday, January 31, 2000
Time: 10:26:16 PM

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Manny, Your web site is awesome! I loved all the wonderful pictures, the great maps, and I especially loved reading your "inspiration". YOU are an inspiration to all who know you. Can't wait for your book to be published. Will you auto- graph it? Steve & I look forward to seeing you soon. Till then, please know you are in our prayers and remember to always follow your dream. Safe journey and God bless.

Name: Bob Lampaert
email: bbikespv@acnet.net
From: Puerto Vallarta Jalisco, Mexico
Date: Tuesday, February 01, 2000
Time: 02:21:26 PM

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Hi Manny! Sorry we've missed you previously. Come and visit Puerto Vallarta. I am Bobby, originally from the SEattle area, my wife Laura is Mexican, 23yrs a Vallrta resident! We have had a Bike Shop (B-B-Bobby's Bikes) here since 95 and we are now THE AUTHORITATIVE CYCLING SOURCE in Puerto Vallarta. Our web page is accessmexico.com/bbbobbys come and vist us any time. We'd consider it an honor to be added to your links under MEXICO and we'll get together with our server to link to you too! Saludos! Bob, B-B-Bobby's Bikes, Puerto Vallarta Jalisco Mexico

Name: Ernesto Roessing Neto
email: roesneto@hotmail.com
From: Manaus-AM, Brazil
Date: Wednesday, February 02, 2000
Time: 06:41:26 PM

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Hey Manny,

This is Ernesto. I've been following your adventure since I got to know that there was a mailing list, which was around the time you were getting out of California. I think that you are doing a great thing and I really admire your strength against all the obstacles that come against you. I know you can do it and you know you can do it. I am sure that our Lord is looking after you, following you everywhere you go and giving you the strength needed when things are difficult. I'd also like to tell you that when you write your book, I'll be one of the first to buy it. As Jaime did on his message, I'll give you a tip. There are 8000 km of Brazilian coastline to bike, so if you ever want to do it, I promise to offer all the help I can. Keep on going and make your name famous worldwide as the youngest man to cross the Americas by bike. Your Brazilian friend,

Ernesto

Name: Ralph Posten
email: posten@lodelink.com
From: Sonora, CA
Date: Wednesday, February 02, 2000
Time: 09:54:58 PM

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Manny, what an inspiration! What a great man of the Lord and what a great way to share Him with others while getting to know Him so much deeper! Miles' sermon a few weeks ago reminded me of you. He said something to the effect of "we face wonderful opportunities brilliantly disguised". I always leave his sermons thinking that it was written for me. Anyway, after immediately applying it to my own life, my mind drifted to you and the many "brilliantly disguised opportunities" you have shared and thoughts of the many, many more you are having. I'm sure, great book material. Hope you write it!(Great, Great web page by the way) It's amazing to think that it's Feb. already and you will be home soon! Hi to Manny's family. I'm sorry and surprized I haven't seen you around. Via con Dios, Rp

Name: Brent and Laurie Corson
email: brentnlaurie@hotmail.com
From: Sonora, CA, USA
Date: Thursday, February 03, 2000
Time: 07:29:29 PM

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Dear Emmanuel, We love reading your reports in the Union Democrat. We can't believe you're really doing it! We're so proud of the little guy we used to watch growing up at the Chapel. Now we're watching you conquer the challenge of a lifetime, or maybe the first of many such adventures. Thank you for helping us enjoy it with you. We found the dog and bus incidents scary, and we're glad you made it through them OK. God is really blessing you in this endeavor.

Name: Matthew Gettings
email: c03Matthew.Gettings@usafa.af.mil
From: USAF Academy, CO 80841
Date: Thursday, February 03, 2000
Time: 08:06:58 PM

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I'm a friend of Luc's at the Academy. I've read several reports about your trip. I believe that this is an opportunity of a lifetime and something you'll always treasure forever. Good Luck & God Speed.

Name: Katie McEwen
email: KTINKALI@aol.com
From: Modesto,Ca USA
Date: Thursday, February 03, 2000
Time: 09:04:40 PM

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Hi Manny,My name is Katie McEwen. I am in your uncle's(Mr.Funes')A period spanish class. He is so proud of you we(him and the class) talk about you every single day. He has told us about all of your achievements and obstacles along the way. I find it very interesting, almost out of a movie. I was just wondering what made you decide or even think of attempting this incredible journey.

Name: Robert  Plato
email: fabricationplus@mlode.com
From: Strawberry, Ca. , USA
Date: Saturday, February 05, 2000
Time: 11:05:19 AM

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Dear Manual Transmission !!!, I thought the bicycle ride from my house in Strawberry to Topaz, Nv. was a long ride. I guess I was mistaken. I can only imagine what your ride is like. Perseverance is an excellent word for your journey - keep on trying and NEVER give up. Your friend and classmate, Robert Plato (Chevrolet Power!)

Name: diego
email: cyberpunk33@hotmail.com
From: tallahasse fl 32304
Date: Saturday, February 05, 2000
Time: 11:00:28 PM

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che emmanuelito estoy muy orgulloso de vos escribime y dejame un numero de telefono donde sea asi te puedo llamar no se cuanto esto representa a vos pero a pesar de todo vos seguis siendo mi hermano, portate bien emmanuel te quiero mucho diego

Name: Rita McDonough
email:
From: The Kingdom
Date: Sunday, February 06, 2000
Time: 11:37:17 AM

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Hi Manny and Mario, We are at your house in Sonora. It is a beautiful springlike day here. Hope your day is equally as beautiful. God bless you both. Everything is fine back here. We will be watching your progress. Be encouraged, Manny, you are an inspiration for all the youth---and also us grey haired youth! See you soon. In His love, Rita.

Name: Judy Spisak
email: spisak@goldrush.com
From: Sonora, California, USA
Date: Sunday, February 06, 2000
Time: 09:20:12 PM

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Dear Manny, I am Judy Spisak, Clarissa's teacher. We are so excited about your progress and continued good health. The students listen to the radio every week, and love your letters. They all wrote to you, but what I am going to do is combine everything together in this message. The kids were very worried when you had the accident. We thank God that you are okay. That Dr. sounded like a good one. I guess she was because you are once again on the road.

From Mollie: I am so glad to have your sister for a friend. It is because she is in our class that we get to hear all of your incredible adventures. I think it is wonderful that you would want to put so much effort into the ride. We love your sense of humor. Go for the Goal!

From Becky: You are such an inspiration to us. It tells me to set a goal and don't let anything stop me. Thanks.

From Kara: Go for the record. We are so proud of you.

From Kristin: I like it how you keep going and never give up.

From Ron: I think you are strong and corageous. Go for it!

From Justin: I really enjoy it when you send us your letters. I am behind you all the way. I believe you will make it. You are an example for my friends and I.

From Lucas VB: I am amazed by how far you have gone. I admire your courage.

From Kelly: I have enjoyed hearing your stories from everywhere. You are a great role model for the kids who would want to do something like this. P.S. Have fun with your dad.

From Dorian: I have enjoyed following you throughout this exciting trip. When I get older, I'm going to do the same thing as you. Also my mom is thinking of a vacation spot, and I'll mention Argentina.

From Kale: I have always liked to ride my bike, and I wonder what it is like to pull a sixty pound trailer behind you.

From Tara: I wish that I could be there right now. What was it really like in all those different places? Weren't you ever scared? Stay strong, have fun, and do not give up.

From Tyler: When you send us letters I love it. You are funny to me and I like it because you are so brave and strong. You are almost there.

From Stevi: First of all, you are a very brave and dedicated person. I wish I could share the excitement with you. Don't give up, Manny.

From Jared: I wish I could go on a trip like you are. I like the letters, and every Wednesday on the radio. We are pulling for you.

From Mrs. Spisak: I think the kids have expressed our feelings very well. I feel so fortunate to have Clarissa in my class, and you have the most remarkable family. My best friend is Mrs. Encinas, and we run together every day at 5:30 in the morning. we talk about you and pray for your safe trip quite often. I felt as if I already knew you because she had mentioned you many times in the past. We are looking forward for you to complete the trip and come back to see us. I wish all of us could be there when you finish. Good luck and God Bless you.

Name: gaby
email: juchijaw@coopvg.agora.com.ar
From: villa giardino
Date: Thursday, February 10, 2000
Time: 01:17:37 PM

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Carissimo Emanuel: ciao ragazzo!! é una grande emozione vederti con lo sfondo di quel paessaggio, e provo a immaginarmi tutto quanto stai vedendo giorno dopo giorno, in questa tua meravigliosa travesia attraverso tutto il continente americano. Senza altro che questa tua esperienza sará indimenticabile, e ti aspettiamo tutti in famiglia per darti un forte abbraccio e ascoltare le cose belle e non tanto che avrai da raccontare. So che ormai ti trovi con il tuo babbo, dagli i nostri cari saluti. Speriamo che in questa ultima tappa fili tutto liscio come il olio, e ti aspettiamo con il cuore aperto Un grande, grandissimo abbraccio, con tutta la nostra stima Eugenio, Ilaria, Ana e Gaby Farri

Name: Tia Laura y Tio Kalman
email:
From: Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires
Date: Friday, February 11, 2000
Time: 07:24:04 PM

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Queridisimo Emanuel. Aqui estamos visitando tu pagina llenos de orgullo. Te esperamos con los brazos abiertos, con la seguridad de que vas a alcanzar tu meta. Te queremos mucho. Adcelante con los faroles... (Lauri)

Besos stop abrazos stop (kalman) stop

Name: edgard
email: edgard@orcia.com
From: camana
Date: Saturday, February 12, 2000
Time: 07:16:45 PM

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hola espero que estes bien llegando a tu destino aqui se te recuerda muy bien desearia que me escribas para no perder la comunicacion y asi me recuerdes cuenta que cosas te suceden en ese largo camino que estas siguiendo ojala que lo que buscas en esa aventura te sea muy satisfactoria que la sencilles que irradiastes en el hostal te acompañe por todo el mundo aca hay unos chiquillos que te vieron mucho yno se atrevian a hablarte y desean conocerte mas al igual que yo sabes que cuidate de tu salud tomando agua mineral hervida como lo hacias con tu avena 3 ositos adios nos cortan

Name: javier perez gallart
email: jgallart@internet.siscotel.com
From: Rio Gallegos, Santa Cruz, ARGENTINA
Date: Sunday, February 13, 2000
Time: 06:59:00 AM

Comment

Desde la patagonia saludo a Emmanuel y como residente de la patagonia argentina, le digo que los lugares que va a transitar sobre la ruta nacional nro. 3, son largos y deserticos, siendo este verano de clima ventoso y medianmente frio. pero la recompernsa de conocer las puestas de sol fabulosas o localidades como usuahia compensaran largamente ese esfuerzo. Felicitaciones y saludos desde el sur de la Patagonia.

Name: Victoria
email: juvi@infovia.com.ar
From: Buenos Aires, Atgentina
Date: Tuesday, February 15, 2000
Time: 09:25:10 AM

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Emanuel:No se si te acordaras de mi, soy la amiga de Mariana. Te felicito por lo que has hecho hasta ahora y te deseo mucha suerte por lo que te falta.

Name: Marilyn & John
email: ILpapiroPalmbch@aol.com
From: Palm Bch, FL
Date: Tuesday, February 15, 2000
Time: 09:23:28 PM

Comment

Hola Manny! We emailed you awhile ago and haven't heard from you as of yet. We only hope that the Lord is watching over you, guiding you and nourishing you with his love and strength. I have passed on your web site address to others and have numerous friends respond with awe, some with tears and others wanting to adopt you. Just as I read it in amazement, many others that follow will be touched by your love for God, your perserverance, energy, and closeness to your family. You are a true role model for our youth today. We pray that as you reach this goal your love for God, life and family will be greater than ever. Godspeed my son. Besos y abrazos a ti y a Mario PS-We emailed your mom today. Love Marilyn & John(don't forget about visiting us when you come to FL. I promise a good home cooked PR meal!)

Name: Christy Dudley
email: cdjesusfreak@hotmail.com
From: Twain Harte, California, United States
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2000
Time: 08:44:23 AM

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Manny, Hey, how's it going? This web page rocks! There are so many awesome pictures too! Manny, I have to tell you how proud of you I am...yeah, I know I sound like a mom, but you are such an incredible person and your accomplishments are so awesome, I just can't help it! I'm not sure you could say that you are "biking it solo," because since the very first day of this trip our Lord and Savior has been with you. I'm so glad to know that you are carrying the most awesome weapon with you. Keep it strong (your faith and the biking), and don't forget that you have family here in Tuolumne County and all over the world that love you and are behind you 100%. Take care, Christy

Name: Christy Dudley
email: cdjesusfreak@hotmail.com
From: Twain Harte, California, United States
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2000
Time: 08:52:17 AM

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P.S...."I can do everything through him who gives me strength." Philippians 4:13.....see you in a few weeks!

Name: diego yanisky
email: cyberpunk33@hotmail.com
From: tallahasse, fl, 32304
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2000
Time: 03:13:28 PM

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emmanuel, keep going don't stop, go for the record, say hi to the peguins for me, don't let you ear bleed (if you know what i mean).and always be careful, love always diego

Name: Crystal Young
email: shaboygenn@hotmail.com
From: Murphys, California (USA)
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2000
Time: 04:27:00 PM

Comment

Hello Emmanuel, My name is Crystal Young, and I am one of two editors of the newsletter for the Golden Chain Bike Club( which is the one in our county). Your mom has been sending me all the details of your trip all the way through, and it is our pleasure to keep writing about you every month in the homeschool-high-school project we have got ourselves into. My partner is Rocky Rapetti, we are both members of the club, and he really admires you also. You have been an inspiration for tons of people! Your story is making an eccelant newsletter for us too! I love your Web Site, and wish God-Help, and God-Speed to you on your journey!

God Bless, Crystal

Name: Zac McKernan
email: zacbob@hotmail.com
From: Tuolumne, Ca         USA
Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2000
Time: 04:34:22 PM

Comment

hello brother, how are you? nate holland sent me your 80% report today, and i am very happy for you. i pray that jesus will continue to bless you the rest of your trip as he has already. just wanted to let you know i'm excited for you and saints here are praying for you. by the way, i met your dad one day as i was talking to james hoyt on the street corner, and he's awesome. RIDE ON HARD CHARGER! i love you brother and i'll keep praying for you. in christ, zac.

Name: Michael LaTorre
email: littledrummerboy_00@hotmail.com
From: Paris, France
Date: Thursday, February 17, 2000
Time: 10:54:40 AM

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Dear Manny, Your acheivements are mind boggling. Congratulations, my friend. I also have been passing an excelent adventure here in France, as an exchange student. I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and wish you the best of luck. Your incredible stamina and high spirits will always be an inspiration for me, truly. Très bonne chance, mon ami. From, Michael

Name: Andi & Tom Bradley
email: andicap@mlode.com
From: Tuolumne, CA, USA
Date: Thursday, February 17, 2000
Time: 06:38:33 PM

Comment

You are on your last "leg" of your wondrous adventure. We just want you to know that we have held you high in our esteem and always in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to do so. Mike, Kristi & Jenni Capuccini are also among your greatest fans. You are accomplishing this magnificent feat for all of us. Vaya con Dios, Andi, Tom, Mike, Kristi & Jenni

Name: Yaya
email: yaya@quetal.dale.manu
From: Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires
Date: Thursday, February 17, 2000
Time: 07:15:11 PM

Comment

Es una inmensa alegria poder compartir tu aventura aunque sea por computadora. Muy buen viaje y feliz arribo al destino que le has dado. Gloria a DIOS que te acompaña. Yo no veo la hora de verte llegar. Es una enorme emocion. Te beso y abrazo largamente. Hasta siempre mi amor.

Name: Annelie  Schumperli - Klenner
email:
From: Sacramento, Ca  USA
Date: Sunday, February 20, 2000
Time: 07:17:10 PM

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Hola che pibe! Con que alegria estamos todos los que fielmente te hemos estado "siguiendo " desde hace tanto tiempo.Con cada kilometro pedaleado, cada montana conquistada, cada valle que has cruzado, hemos podido ver el continente de norte a sur a traves de tus ojos... y ahora cada vez mas cerca de la meta final en Ushuaia. Agradecemos al Senor que nos permitio acompanarte diariamente a traves de nuestras oraciones, y poder estar tan cerca de tu corazon a traves del amor que nos une en Jesucristo. En este dia tan especial, donde cruzas los Andes y entras a la Argentina compartimos tu felicidad por el gran logro alcanzado. "Y peguele fuerte!!!"... sigue siendo nuestro pensamiento hacia vos, hasta que llegues al final del camino, bajo la cruz del sur. Un gran abrazo, Annelie.

Name: Claudia Vacas y flia.
email: davidclau@AOL.com
From: Houston, TX,  U.S.A.
Date: Monday, February 21, 2000
Time: 08:33:17 AM

Comment

¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡BRAVO EMMANUEL!!!!!!!! AQUI ESTAMOS SIGUIENDO TUS PEDALEADAS Y APOYANDOTE EN ORACION Y ENTUSIASMO, NOS ALEGRAMOS CON VOS Y TU FAMILIA, Y TE ADMIRAMOS!!!!!!!!! DIOS TE SIGUE BENDICIENDO, Y TE SIGA USANDO! TE MANDO UN ABRAZO ENORME, Y OTRO A MARIO (Y A TODOS) CON MUCHO AMOR. CLAUDIA

Name: Randy
email: randylisa@juno.com
From: Anderson,CA.  USA
Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2000
Time: 07:31:49 AM

Comment

I am watching your trip with great interest. I hope you make it healthy. I went to high school in Angels Camp. Breat Heart High. Class of 82. I MT. bike each day. I started racing last year. I love it. I will stay in touch.

Randy

Name: Victoria Mejia
email: viki_jm2600@yahoo.com
From: Stockton, CA  USA
Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2000
Time: 12:43:33 PM

Comment

Manny, It seems like only a short time ago we graduated and now look at you, you are about to set a world record. The determination that you have kept during your trip, and your trust in God has shown me what it means to have complete faith in God. I have enjoyed following your trip and will continue to pray for you. Victoria

Name: Kim Wesson
email:
From: Oakdale,CA.USA
Date: Thursday, February 24, 2000
Time: 04:06:45 PM

Comment

Hey Manny, I work with your sister Flory, and have heard all your incredible adventures along your ride! It is amazing to me. Please know that she is very proud of you and braggs of you all the time. Please take care, and may god be with you in your final weeks.

Name: Patrick Day
email: dayo@mlode.com
From: Sonora, CA
Date: Monday, February 28, 2000
Time: 01:53:15 PM

Comment

Hello Manny, I have been following your trip through the articles you send to The Union Democrat and I have to tell you what an inspiration you are. I have ridden a bike from Washington to California and across Oregon from Idaho to the Ocean which is relatively short compared to what you are accomplishing but it gives me a VERY LITTLE idea of what you are going through. Go hard Manny, finish strong. I pray for you and know that Jesus is with you. Set the worlds record, Manny.

Name: Lou Campos
email: LCampos1@aol.com
From: Ventura, Ca. USA
Date: Monday, February 28, 2000
Time: 03:40:07 PM

Comment

For every turn of the sprocket there is a prayer wispered for you,

With every mile you get closer to your goal our thoughts are filled full of you,

With every laborbored breath you take, the Lord ministers to you,

How can you fail when He is there every minute ministering to you.

Emmanuel we are all proud of you.

Lou

Name: Ric Tami Kasey Karly alexa Novotny
email: novotny.richard@tci.com
From: Sonora  CA USA
Date: Thursday, March 02, 2000
Time: 03:28:44 PM

Comment

I am so happy to hear you are near you destination. I have been sharing your reports with all my friends and family. I am very proud that a person whom I know has taken on such a large project and done what they completed set out to do. see you soon. enjoy the rest of your trip and be safe. love and prayers, The Novotny's..

Name: Jasmine Reeves
email: r_jasmine@hotmail.com
From: Prince George,BC,Canada
Date: Thursday, March 02, 2000
Time: 04:18:18 PM

Comment

I hope this finds you in good health and spirits! I have been following your trip since I met you at a small campsite in Northern BC where I was working last summer. With the risk of sounding repetitive, I wanted to say that I am impressed with your courage and determination, and wish you the best of luck!

Name: MARIANA MARCOVICH
email: MAR_HUNNY@CIUDAD.COM.AR
From: AVELLANEDA, BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
Date: Thursday, March 02, 2000
Time: 06:26:17 PM

Comment

EMMANUEL, ESPERO QUE NUNCA CAMBIES. FELICITACIONES POR TU RECORRIDO QUE MUY PRONTO VAS A COMPLETAR. TE QUIERE TU AMIGA, MARIANA.

Name: Rachel
email: rscsweitzer@netscape.net
From: Antelope, CA
Date: Friday, March 03, 2000
Time: 12:25:07 PM

Comment

Emmanuel, I love your adventurous spirit! Reading your updates reminds me so much of the adventures I pursued after high school. You will never regret taking this time before college to enjoy the freedom, strength and courage of your youth. Congratulations on your incredible accomplishments! Rachel

Name: Carolyn Barnes
email: tokie@goldrush.com
From: Sonora, CA
Date: Friday, March 03, 2000
Time: 02:34:33 PM

Comment

Manny, I just want to let you know how much I have enjoyed your reports on KKBN. I try to listen as often as I can to follow your adventure. Good luck and I pray you will make your goal.

Name: Sean Lemaster
email: jtl@sonet.com
From: pinecrest CA U.S.A
Date: Friday, March 03, 2000
Time: 11:43:16 PM

Comment

Hey Manny what's goin on man? All I can say is YOU ARE THE MAN, this is a far cry from our soccer days isn't. Oh well I would have wrote sonner, to give you my support but I just got this web site from Mrs.Blair. I think this is the most kick butt thing anyone I have ever none has done and I give you mad respect becasue I don't think I could have ever mad it. But maybe with enough determination I could. I think what you are doing shows that nothing is impossible. Keep up the awsome work and never let go of any of your dream. Peace

Sincerly Sean Lemaster

Name: Jason Johann
email: big_j_johann@hotmail.com
From: Twain Harte CA USA
Date: Saturday, March 04, 2000
Time: 08:26:54 AM

Comment

Good luck tomarrow we are all routing for you at home and we hope that you make it good luck and god speed.

Name: The Sweeneys
email: DKSweens@cs.com
From: Enumclaw,Wa.  USA
Date: Saturday, March 04, 2000
Time: 05:40:37 PM

Comment

Manny: We are pulling for you on this last leg of your trip. Good luck and Gods speed. The Sweeneys

Name: Andi & Tom
email: andicap@mlode.com
From: Tuolumne, CA, USA
Date: Saturday, March 04, 2000
Time: 09:59:09 PM

Comment

Dear Manny, Just want you to know you're in our thoughts & prayers, especially tonight. It's about 10 PM here, and tomorrow is a big day. No matter what happens now, you have accomplished so much! With love and much happiness to you, The Capuccini-Bradley's

Name: Alberto Andesren
email:
From: Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego - Argentina
Date: Sunday, March 05, 2000
Time: 09:20:59 AM

Comment

Felicitaciones Emmanuel. Te esperamos en nuestro Hotel del que uno de sus folletos dice: "Donde finaliza el mundo,... comienza el placer". Nada mas cierto para ti y toda tu familia. Un fuerte abrazo

Name: Jennifer McCabe
email: jjoy723@hotmail.com
From: Redding, CA USA
Date: Sunday, March 05, 2000
Time: 12:09:10 PM

Comment

Emmanuel, I can't begin to explain to you how amazed I am. When I heard of your idea last spring (or whenever that was), I thought you were crazy. When I heard that your partner had dropped out, I thought you were even more crazy to go alone. But I forgot that through this all, God had a plan. God knew you would travel this with Him only. He knew what you would meet with a bear and a bus. He has a great plan for you. Keep smiling and telling all who will listen your testimony. You are an inspiration to me, through the work God is doing in you. I love you, brother...In Christ...and Love, Jeni McCabe

Name: Margaret & Mark&Dan
email: wwood@sonnet.com
From: Soulsbyville,CA,USA
Date: Sunday, March 05, 2000
Time: 09:52:39 PM

Comment

Hey Manny, You've been in my thoughts all week as you near your goal - especially today - the Big Day! I wish we could be there to great you as you complete this totally awesome adventure. It has been such an honor to go along with you via your great reports, the radio, and your folks' updates. I especially love your written reports - you have a great wit and style. It'll be fun to read the book! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend - God Speed! Margaret (and the guys say Hi!)

Name: Steve White
email: sndwhite@ca.freei.net
From: Sonora, CA
Date: Monday, March 06, 2000
Time: 09:04:35 AM

Comment

Manny!!! This is it! God is soooo big! He has given you a great victory and YOU should be proud. Proverbs 3:5 bro; lean not on your own understanding. We'll have popcorn waiting for you when you get back home....and plenty of Soccer!VG that is.......Steve

Name: Brian&Rita
email: --------------------------------------
From: Sonora, Ca.
Date: Monday, March 06, 2000
Time: 11:04:28 AM

Comment

Hey! here we are at the new Cyber Cafe located in the Junction. Congratulations Emanuel on a journey well done. May God's blessings be on you and we praise Him for the strength he has given you over the last months. We came here to look at your last report but could not find any new news. See you all when you get back.

Name: thane
email: tdhouse@yahoo.com
From: dunnowheretolivesville
Date: Monday, March 06, 2000
Time: 01:43:18 PM

Comment

Hey Emmanuel,

Did you get there yesterday or today (5th or 6th)?

I dont suppose youll have a chance to email results from Antartida, but lemme know how you did the final week from Uzcudun where we met.

Regarding the trek panniers, if the deal is still on, Berniz and I will be staying at the northern entrance to Trelew tonight, hopefully at Pto. Piramide tomorrow night, and exploring the peninsula for a couple or few nights afterward.

How to meet up? We will leave a paper note at the main tourist office in Madryn with better information, and then again at the main entrance to the peninsula, and then again at Punta Piramide at the main tourist info station. Hopefully your dad can get ahold of us.

If not, maybe we will see ya in Buenos Aires?

Hope you made it...

what have you heard from Guiness?

See ya,

Thane

Name: Nolan Lamb
email: stamperboy@jps.net
From: Turlock, CA
Date: Wednesday, March 08, 2000
Time: 07:52:42 PM

Comment

I am writing mostly for everybody that is checking the website for new news. I recieved an email from emmanuel tonight. He is going to reach his destination, Tierra del Fuego on March 9. He is going to break the speed record as well as being the youngest ever to do it. The Argentine air force is going to delay their trip until March 10th or perhaps later to ensure that Emmanuel has the chance to go to Antartica. Manny is like a brother to me and is constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Congratulations Manny! You definetly earned that White Chocolate Mousse Cookie Dough Shiver.

Name: Melanie Funes-Duran
email: mfunesduran@hotmail.com
From: Stockton,CA. USA
Date: Wednesday, March 08, 2000
Time: 08:33:53 PM

Comment

Hola Emmanuel, Ya se que terminaste tu viaje. Que emocion!!!! Espero que te encuentres bien. Yo estaba trabajando y me tome un break para fijarme en tu website nuevo. Bueno, te mando muchos besos y abrazos, espero que la hayas pasado muy bien. Saludos a todos y muchas FELICIDADES. Tu prima que te quiere mucho, Melanie

Name: MARIANA
email: MAR_HUNNY@CIUDAD.COM.AR
From: AEGENTINA
Date: Monday, March 13, 2000
Time: 05:38:18 PM

Comment

EMMA POR SEGUNDA VEZ TE ESCRIBO, SE QUE YA ESTÁS EN ARGENTINA, ESTOY ORGULLOSA DE TENER UN AMIGO COMO VOS. ESPERO QUE PRONTO NOS VEAMOS. TE QUIERE MUCHO. MARIANA

Name: Ralph Posten
email: posten@lodelink.com
From: Chinese Camp,CA
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2000
Time: 03:12:21 AM

Comment

Wow Manny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Not only the glorious adventure but the records as well. Glory to Him, congrats and honor to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Looking forward to seeing you on your return. Enjoy the rest of your vacation, you deserve a great deal of rest and fun and relaxation!!!!!!!!God Bless Rp

Name: Juan Pablo
email: juanpabloduval@latinmail.com
From: Tanti, Provincia de Córdoba, Argentina
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2000
Time: 01:08:49 PM

Comment

Queridos amigos Emanuel y Florencia. Espero que se encuentren muy bien, yo por mi parte iba a regresar de Marambio el Lunes 13, todavía estoy en Marambio porque el estado del tiempo no permite que el avión C 130 no busque. para que me recuerden: Yo le di a Florencia una bolsa en el avión por si se sentía mal. y tu amigo el de la camara me perseguia para una nota. Escríbanme cualquiera de los dos saludos Juan Pablo

Name: Alberto Andersen
email:
From: Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego - Argentina
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2000
Time: 08:22:44 PM

Comment

Emmanuel: Hoy has dejado Ushuaia luego de haber luchado durante mas de ocho meses por conquistarla. Lo lograste y ahora conociendolos, no dudo que ha sido la integridad de tu familia el soporte de todo. Es legitimo que esten orgullosos de ti, pero estalo tu tambien de quienes mas te quieren. Nuevamente Felicitaciones y hasta pronto. Un gran abrazo Alberto

Name: MARCOS
email: nirnaeth@uol.com.ar
From: Ushuaia,TDF,Argentina
Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2000
Time: 06:46:29 AM

Comment

Hola emmenuel, disculpas por no habernos despadido. tenes un mensaje en tu hotmail. que bueno poder haberte acompañado al continente blanco. mnos vemos amigo. un fuerte abrazo. Marcos.

Name: Jackie M.
email: doxigurl@ao.com
From: modesto, ca
Date: Thursday, March 16, 2000
Time: 05:24:23 PM

Comment

Hey Emmanuel CONGRATS!!!!! Well I have heard a lot about you from Your Uncle (Mr. Funes). He is my spanish teacher. I just wanted to say Congrats on your trip i hope you had fun.

Name: Aldana Gentinetta
email:
From: Boca Raton, Florida
Date: Saturday, March 18, 2000
Time: 03:11:53 AM

Comment

My dearest Brother, I am so proud of you. Yes, this is your oldest sister who finally got her hands on a computer! I can't wait to see you. I miss you and love you always, Aldi.

Name: Andy
email: RodriPA@aol.com
From: Modesto, CA USA
Date: Sunday, April 02, 2000
Time: 08:07:43 PM

Comment

Great job and congratulations on your new world record. You're an inpiration to the youth of America. Keep up the good job and be a positive role model. God Bless. Andy & family

Name: Pastor Bill Welsh
email: bill@cchb.org
From: Huntington Beach, CA USA
Date: Tuesday, April 11, 2000
Time: 11:32:35 AM

Comment

Manny

Praise the Lord! And....Congratulations! How exciting to hear of the completion. You inspire me young brother. Keep journeying for Jesus. By the way, thought you would want to know about a couple of typos. ON the main page the button that reads "Achivement" should be spelled "achievement" and then when you go to that page there is a typo too. It says "To be announce" - I think you wanted to say "To be announced".

And the invitation is still open for you to drop back by here and share with the youth or on a Sunday evening Communion service about what God has done in your life during the journey.

God bless you Manny. Press on!

In Jesus' Strong Name Pastor Bill

Name: Sean Lemaster
email: d_b_r_01
From: strawberry CA USA
Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2000
Time: 12:17:53 PM

Comment

Well Manny you did it!! I hope you are still checking these, You have just showen The world how it is done man, You have been a insperation for me, I have done a few things latly that I thought were almost impossible but, then I see or hear something about your trip and realize that no matter what it is I can be done as long as you have the determination and the will to want it. I thank you for just being who you are and keeping on doing just that because you are now someone that no matter how old they are, someone people can look up to. Take it easy have fun and Maybe I'll get to talk to you in-person when you get home

Sean

Name: Laurie Clark
email: clarks@goldrush.com
From: Sonora,  CA  95370
Date: Thursday, April 13, 2000
Time: 09:59:51 AM

Comment

Hi Manny, Just received your 100% report. CONGRATULATIONS. I work at KKBN Radio and have been following your trip. If you get a chance stop by sometime. Get some rest and relaxation. Stay smiling. Take care, Laurie Clark

Name: Cheryl
email: cheribear_6@hotmail.com
From: California. T>H>
Date: Thursday, April 13, 2000
Time: 05:17:53 PM

Comment

Manny, I know Mike B. and his sister Kristin B. , Nolan, Laura H., and Jennifer C. is my sister, Kristen B.'s best friend. I have heard a lot about your totally awesome trip, and prayed for you. What you have done is awesome,and is a great accomplishment. Our Spanish 2 teacher, Mrs.E, read reports about you to our classes and charted a map on the wall of your progress if you did not know already. We are expecting you to come to Summerville H. Well, God bless you and keep your faith in God a rollin as fast as your bike wheels. Good luck on writing your book, which I will be looking for.

Cheryl C.

Name: Melissa Regina Guerra
email: 2608mel
From: Bakersfield,California, USA
Date: Thursday, April 13, 2000
Time: 10:20:39 PM

Comment

Hey Emmanuel! Congratulations! You've reached the end of your trip and fulfilled your dream. Hope everything goes well for you. Good-bye and God Bless. -Melissa Guerra

Name: Lucas Crain
email: voltrohn@hotmail.com
From: Twain Harte Ca U.S.A.
Date: Thursday, April 20, 2000
Time: 08:50:15 PM

Comment

Manney good job on you feat.i hope you will come to Summerville soon for a rally and tell the school about you trip. Lucaa

Name: Carlos Oliva
email: carlosoliva@hotmail.com
From: Adrogue, Bs As, Argentina
Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2000
Time: 06:19:54 AM

Comment

Gracias al Altísimo por tu vida y la creatividad que tenés para superar a tu viejo. Seguí confiando en las Bendiciones de tu Salvador y vamos por el segundo viaje en 6 meses. carlos.

Name: Darian Aguilera
email: darian@correoweb.com
From: MexicoD.F., México
Date: Friday, April 28, 2000
Time: 02:06:27 AM

Comment

"Es la importancia de lograr un sueño lo que torna la vida interesante".

Esto que te voy a escribir a continuación es un modísmo mexiccano, talvez en Argentina no signifique lo mismo: ESTÁS CABRÓN......

Name: Jaime Martin
email: jaimemart69@hotmail.com
From:
Date: Monday, May 01, 2000
Time: 03:27:27 PM

Comment

Manny esta vez te voy a escribir en español.Lo primero de todo felicitarte por tan grandiosa azaña y comunicarte que estoy muy contento y orgulloso de ti, no se que pasaria sino hubiera tios como tu en el mundo, posiblemente seria un mundo bastante aburrido. me hubiera encantado estar contigo en el momento de tu llegada a tierra del fuego.Espero verte a ti a tu familia, alguna vez mas en mi vida, y comunicarte mi ilusion en persona,dile a ese gran chico que debes de tener a tu lado(Nolan), que tambien lo recuerdo, y a esa marivillosa gente que tienes por familia, diles que les recuerdo mucho y que les hecho de menos.Desde este pequeño rincon de españa tu gran y siempre amigo. Jaime. P.S. POR UN SUEÑO HECHO REALIDAD.CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!