NH NH - Maura Murray, 21, Haverhill, 9 Feb 2004 - #5 - Page 13

Kelly · #**301** 10-03-2005, 02:59 AM

All 5 parts to Maura's story on the Project Jason-Voice for the Missing blog are now posted. For weekday and other readers who missed the weekend series, here are the links to each part of the story in order:

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...rl-part-i.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...l-part-ii.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...-part-iii.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...l-part-iv.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...onclusion.html

I would like to thank the Murray and the Rausch families for sharing Maura with me. I would also like to thank the many readers who support these families and who help them in many ways.

Many blessings,
Kelly Jolkowski, Mother of Missing Jason Jolkowski
President and Founder,
Project Jason
www.projectjason.org
Voice for the Missing
http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com/

Kelly · #**302** 10-03-2005, 02:59 AM

All 5 parts to Maura's story on the Project Jason-Voice for the Missing blog are now posted. For weekday and other readers who missed the weekend series, here are the links to each part of the story in order:

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...rl-part-i.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...l-part-ii.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...-part-iii.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...l-part-iv.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...onclusion.html

I would like to thank the Murray and the Rausch families for sharing Maura with me. I would also like to thank the many readers who support these families and who help them in many ways.

Many blessings,
Kelly Jolkowski, Mother of Missing Jason Jolkowski
President and Founder,
Project Jason
www.projectjason.org
Voice for the Missing
http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com/

Kelly · #**303** 10-03-2005, 03:01 AM

All 5 parts to Maura's story on the Project Jason-Voice for the Missing blog are now posted. For weekday and other readers who missed the weekend series, here are the links to each part of the story in order:

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...rl-part-i.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...l-part-ii.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...-part-iii.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...l-part-iv.html

http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com...onclusion.html

I would like to thank the Murray and the Rausch families for sharing Maura with me. I would also like to thank the many readers who support these families and who help them in many ways.

Many blessings,
Kelly Jolkowski, Mother of Missing Jason Jolkowski
President and Founder,
Project Jason
www.projectjason.org
Voice for the Missing
http://voice4themissing.blogspot.com/

Gabby · #**304** 10-03-2005, 08:51 AM

Kelly

So beautiful your thoughts about Jason & Maura.... I want you to know that I remember the both of them in my thoughts and prayers daily....

My prayers go to all families of the missing.... and to the missing themselves.

Much Love,
Gabs

Peabody · #**305** 10-06-2005, 01:42 AM

Dear Kelly,

Because of you many more people will remember all of the missing.

It is my opinion that you have a God given talent for writing. He will surely bless you for using it to help others.

I usually cry when reading your stories of the missing. Your touching presentation of Maura caused me to cry a river.

Bring Maura Home!
www.MauraMurray.com
www.spbowers.com\mauramissing.html

Peabody · #**306** 10-06-2005, 01:42 AM

Dear Kelly,

Because of you many more people will remember all of the missing.

It is my opinion that you have a God given talent for writing. He will surely bless you for using it to help others.

I usually cry when reading your stories of the missing. Your touching presentation of Maura caused me to cry a river.

Bring Maura Home!
www.MauraMurray.com
www.spbowers.com\mauramissing.html

Kelly · #**307** 10-06-2005, 01:48 PM

I'm not sure if thank you is the appropriate response to making someone cry. I will, however, thank you for being a person who cares about the missing.

I suppose I could look at it from the standpoint that if someone cries over a person they do not even know, then my work on the blog is effective.

We need more angels like you!

Many blessings,
Kelly

Kelly · #**308** 10-06-2005, 01:48 PM

I'm not sure if thank you is the appropriate response to making someone cry. I will, however, thank you for being a person who cares about the missing.

I suppose I could look at it from the standpoint that if someone cries over a person they do not even know, then my work on the blog is effective.

We need more angels like you!

Many blessings,
Kelly

murraydwyer · #**309** 10-06-2005, 10:29 PM

Kelly, Your work on the blog is definitely affictive...thank you so much for your perspective on Maura. And, the fact is, your work always seems to be affective. I can only hope that you have a small idea of how much what you do is appreciated.

murraydwyer · #**310** 10-06-2005, 10:29 PM

Kelly, Your work on the blog is definitely affictive...thank you so much for your perspective on Maura. And, the fact is, your work always seems to be affective. I can only hope that you have a small idea of how much what you do is appreciated.

Kelly · #**311** 10-07-2005, 01:02 AM

Thanks, M.D. I pray that the good Lord keeps my mind going and my fingers moving so I can continue to write these stories for the families.

Kelly · #**312** 10-07-2005, 01:02 AM

Thanks, M.D. I pray that the good Lord keeps my mind going and my fingers moving so I can continue to write these stories for the families.

Gabby · #**313** 10-07-2005, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelly

I'm not sure if thank you is the appropriate response to making someone cry. I will, however, thank you for being a person who cares about the missing.

I suppose I could look at it from the standpoint that if someone cries over a person they do not even know, then my work on the blog is effective.

We need more angels like you!

Many blessings,
Kelly

Kelly, your pain come through in your writing...but the fact you are able to overcome and help makes all of us cry... Your devotion and your love for all the families of the missing keeps many going through the worst of it... They can look to you and say "She knows our pain" She really cares" that is what makes your writing so moving... I feel blessed to know you, and to read your blog, your website , and to have spoken to you... God Bless You and may Jason be home with you again very soon.....

Gabby · #**314** 10-07-2005, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelly

I'm not sure if thank you is the appropriate response to making someone cry. I will, however, thank you for being a person who cares about the missing.

I suppose I could look at it from the standpoint that if someone cries over a person they do not even know, then my work on the blog is effective.

We need more angels like you!

Many blessings,
Kelly

Kelly, your pain come through in your writing...but the fact you are able to overcome and help makes all of us cry... Your devotion and your love for all the families of the missing keeps many going through the worst of it... They can look to you and say "She knows our pain" She really cares" that is what makes your writing so moving... I feel blessed to know you, and to read your blog, your website , and to have spoken to you... God Bless You and may Jason be home with you again very soon.....

murraydwyer · #**315** 10-09-2005, 08:24 AM

(February 9, 2004)
March,
April,
May - Maura turned 22,
June,
July,
August,
September,
October,
November,
December - Christmas,
January,
February - Missing one year,
March,
April,
May - Maura turned 23,
June,
July,
August,
September,
October

Maura's family has had to endure twenty (20) months of not knowing what happened to her.

SOMEBODY KNOWS SOMETHING...PLEASE HELP THE MURRAY FAMILY FIND MAURA

murraydwyer · #**316** 10-09-2005, 08:24 AM

(February 9, 2004)
March,
April,
May - Maura turned 22,
June,
July,
August,
September,
October,
November,
December - Christmas,
January,
February - Missing one year,
March,
April,
May - Maura turned 23,
June,
July,
August,
September,
October

Maura's family has had to endure twenty (20) months of not knowing what happened to her.

SOMEBODY KNOWS SOMETHING...PLEASE HELP THE MURRAY FAMILY FIND MAURA

murraydwyer · #**317** 10-09-2005, 08:29 AM

Today it is 20 months...pray that it will not be 21.

Kelly · #**318** 10-11-2005, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberLaw

This is very telling - There are times we feel guilty - and we play over and over so many things in our minds: if we ever caused you to feel insecure in our love or to doubt that we wanted you to be a part of our family, please forgive us

It is common for a family with a missing loved one to make public statements of hope. No one knows for sure, in most cases, if their loved one is dead or alive. I have made many such public statements in case my son could read what I said, such as: "No matter what, we forgive you. We just want you to come home."

Does that mean that there is neccesarily something to forgive, some hidden secret act? No, it is simply a statement made to cover the bases. It is also normal for families of the missing to feel guilt and question anything they may have said or done to cause the loved one's disappearance. This guilt is typically present regardless of the type of disappearance.

"Big Bill" refers to Sharon's husband, Bill, in the story on my blog. Maura's fiancee is always referred to as "Billy".

This is just a friendly reminder that this is the support forum, rather than the discussion forum. The types of postings seen here in the past 24 hours should go on the Missing Discussion Forum. This forum is to be a "safe haven" for families of the missing, where if they should be reading, they do not see themselves or their missing loved ones torn about or written about as if they were just a theory. It is hurtful to those left behind. It's painful enough as it is without seeing those postings. If you need this clarified, I'm sure a moderator would be happy to do that. Most posters write in a respectful manner, but some do not. Thank you.

Kelly

docwho3 · #**319** 10-11-2005, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelly

. . . .This is just a friendly reminder that this is the support forum, rather than the discussion forum. The types of postings seen here in the past 24 hours should go on the Missing Discussion Forum. This forum is to be a "safe haven" for families of the missing, where if they should be reading, they do not see themselves or their missing loved ones torn about or written about as if they were just a theory. It is hurtful to those left behind. It's painful enough as it is without seeing those postings. If you need this clarified, I'm sure a moderator would be happy to do that. Most posters write in a respectful manner, but some do not. Thank you.

Kelly

I apologize to you as I think I misunderstood the actual purpose of this thread even though it is labeled correctly. I thought that support might also mean discussing information to help find the missing as well as just being a comforting source. Edited to add:I think the title "Missing persons Information and Support" is what threw me.
I have seen similar style conversations in support threads but that is no real excuse. My mistake.

Kelly · #**320** 10-11-2005, 08:21 PM

Hi Doc,

No need to apologize, really. I can't speak for members of the Murray family in regards to their feelings about case discussion on this thread, but I can speak for many other families who are hurt and appalled at what they see written about about missing persons and their families on posting boards. (not just their own)

If this particular board is to be a safe haven for families to read and not see any material that they may be sensitive to, then it needs to remain as such. Moderators, please correct me if I am wrong.

I don't recall seeing anything disrespectful in your posts. Thank you for that.

Kelly

Gabby · #**321** 10-11-2005, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelly

It is common for a family with a missing loved one to make public statements of hope. No one knows for sure, in most cases, if their loved one is dead or alive. I have made many such public statements in case my son could read what I said, such as: "No matter what, we forgive you. We just want you to come home."

Does that mean that there is neccesarily something to forgive, some hidden secret act? No, it is simply a statement made to cover the bases. It is also normal for families of the missing to feel guilt and question anything they may have said or done to cause the loved one's disappearance. This guilt is typically present regardless of the type of disappearance.

"Big Bill" refers to Sharon's husband, Bill, in the story on my blog. Maura's fiancee is always referred to as "Billy".

This is just a friendly reminder that this is the support forum, rather than the discussion forum. The types of postings seen here in the past 24 hours should go on the Missing Discussion Forum. This forum is to be a "safe haven" for families of the missing, where if they should be reading, they do not see themselves or their missing loved ones torn about or written about as if they were just a theory. It is hurtful to those left behind. It's painful enough as it is without seeing those postings. If you need this clarified, I'm sure a moderator would be happy to do that. Most posters write in a respectful manner, but some do not. Thank you.

Kelly

thank you for pointing this out Kelly... my temper gets the better of me when I read things that disrespect the missing and their families and friends.... therefore I usually back out of the forum.... Tact is not one of my strong points.

There but by GOD's Grace go I... my son could have gone or could go missing, or my grandson, my nephew, my brother..... I love you and admire you so much, but I hope I never have to walk in your shoes....

Prayers to you, your family, and all the families of the the missing, and especially heartfelt prayers for those who are missing... Your family wants you home...they love you, Please if you are able, come home or at the very least let them know you are alive and safe.

God Bless YOU ALL.

Animal04216 · #**322** 10-11-2005, 11:58 PM

Hey everyone!! I moved the posts that were discussion to the thread in the Discussion Forum!

Peabody · #**323** 10-12-2005, 03:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Animal04216

Hey everyone!! I moved the posts that were discussion to the thread in the Discussion Forum!

Thanks!

As soon as I read Kelly's comment, I had been wondering if this was possible.

...........hopefully we will be able to keep the discussion in the proper thread. Since I follow this case so closely, I will do my best to remind everyone where the discussion belongs :-)

Bring Maura Home!
www.mauramurray.com
www.spbowers.com\mauramissing.html

Marisa714 · #**324** 10-12-2005, 04:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Animal04216

Hey everyone!! I moved the posts that were discussion to the thread in the Discussion Forum!

Thank you so much! I'm sorry I was posting in the wrong thread, I will pay more attention next time, oops!

Peabody · #**325** 10-13-2005, 10:09 AM

Many thanks to Jim Viola, husband of missing Patricia Viola, whohas made available a link to the video clip of Maura Murray's case featured on the Montel Williams Show: http://tinyurl.com/9eqkp

Please Note: This thread is for Information and Support only. It is not for discussion. For any discussion of Maura's case, please add your comments in the Maura Murray Part 2-merged Missing/Located Forum Discussion . Thank You.

Bring Maura Home!
www.mauramurray.com
www.spbowers.com\mauramissing.html