Roses for Taylor & Communications to Her Family Only

[Hotwater]

Put all your well wishes and communications to Taylor's family here.

Thanks,

--Hh20

[protectkidz]

For Taylor and her family -

[Dorkette]

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY EVERYONE !

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers - here's to you

Dorkette

[froggieholler]

to my new friends here at the Taylor Behl forum. May we all
unite in being as helpful and informative to each other and strive
to help Dorkette in our small ways. God Bless you all!
froggieholler


God Bless Taylor

PS. I had started a new thread before I saw this one that Hotwater had started. I am learning, slowly.

[TN_Profiler]

Originally posted by Dorkette
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY EVERYONE !

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers - here's to you

Dorkette

Happy Valentine's Day Dorkette! May the love of your family, friends, and supporters force you to smile today!

From me to you ..... I'm attaching some roses!

Happy Valentine's Day to you and your family. People like you make the world a better place. Never forget that!

[Dorkette]

It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

Originally posted by Dorkette
It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

Dorkette

I am so sorry that you are going through all of this!!!!!!!!!!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you! And if you even want to talk I am always here! I can't even imagion what you are going through as I am a mom myself.

Hugs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are never alone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[vedder]

Originally posted by Dorkette
It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

I don't even know what to say Janet....

There are no words strong enough for you to know how very, very sorry we all are...

I pray for you and Taylor everyday....

Love...
Vedder

[GreenEyedLady]

Originally posted by Dorkette
It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

I am soooo, sooo very sorry for what you are going through. I don't even know what to say, except that we are here for you.

Originally posted by Dorkette
I wish there was more information that was known by me and all of you. Your theories are all very interesting but I am afraid that we will have to wait until the trial to learn more facts or if Beeny-boy testifies more lies!

I have all the confidence that they have the evidence they need for the jury to find Beeny-boy guilty of 1st degree murder. It is that confidence and the knowledge that there are so many people hoping and praying for the same result that keeps me going.



For Taylor and for all of you

Dorkette

I think I can speak for everyone here that you have all of our support! We are praying for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dorkette: Just wanted to chime in here. I have been reading this board and following the news since Taylor was first missing. I have a daughter (11 years old--but yet that's only SIX years younger than Taylor was). Anyway, I always call her "Baby Girl," which I believe I read somewhere that you as well called your Taylor. My daughter reminds me a lot of what I've seen and read about Taylor and my heart breaks for you. I cannot imagine life without my "baby girl." Just wanted to say that if there can ever be any small "good" that comes from something so horrific, I would have to think that I can't possibly be the only mother out there who takes those few extra minutes or even seconds to do the little extras for our children who we tend to assume will always be here when really we never know. I'm sorry for your loss. I hope that small thoughts from those with big hearts help to ease your load. You seem like a wonderful person, and I believe Taylor's spirit shines through you.

Originally posted by Dorkette
It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

You won't ever let her go nor do you need to. She is with you all of the time and I'm just so sorry what you are going through. I know all this love and support can't make up for it....It's her smile that caught me too. The young life transferring into adulthood, on her own. Sweet, sweet girl that got taken advantage of. I'm so sorry again...

[TN_Profiler]

Originally posted by Dorkette
It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

May God grant you the ability to keep her memory vivid until the day you are both together again.

It is quite obvious to me (and many others) that the apple did not fall far from the tree.

[Dorkette]

TN,

I would hope that if I fail in every other aspect of my life - her memory will always be there and I pray that it stays as vivid as it is today.

Dorkette

Thank you TN for your words of encouragement.

Peace, he was never up for the death penalty and again another reporter has this 2nd degree charge wrong. BTW, I don't know how many people are under the gag order.

[TN_Profiler]

Originally posted by Dorkette
TN,

I would hope that if I fail in every other aspect of my life - her memory will always be there and I pray that it stays as vivid as it is today.

Dorkette

If God listens to my prayers, then I don't think you have to worry about faded memories. It has occurred to me (everytime I see your picture) that you both looked very much alike. I always wanted to tell you that. It is intended to be a pure compliment.

[bananas]

Does anyone know how Taylor's father is doing? We hear and see so much of her mother. She even posts on this board. How is her poor father? We saw him a few times when she was still considered missing, but not much since. He was crying so sweetly on television. It was clear how much he loved his daughter. He seems so full of class and charm. We wish that dear man all the best in healing in this difficult time.

[jace]

I don't think any of us have forgotten about Matt Behl. Everyone handles their grief differently. I would think it would be difficult after having such a great loss to be thrust into the public eye too. Dorkette , you've handled yourself really well. Thank you for understanding what an impact your daughter has had on so many people and allowing us to feel closer to her by talking with you.

For Taylor, Matt and Janet

[bananas]

I know it must be particularly hard for him since he was a single father. Often you get very little value as a single father and most people seem to forget him while her mother gets so much attention. Of course she needs attention and seems to do well with it, but I think Taylor's father should not be forgotten. He seems like such a sweet man and we should not forget that he is in pain too. Extra hugs to Matt.

[TN_Profiler]

I am grateful that I do not know what it is like to be either of Taylor's parents. I have a guilty feeling of relief knowing that, for today, my child is safe while others are not.

For that reason, I give Janet and Matt the benefit of the doubt with anything they say and/or how they conduct themselves. I cannot, for the life of me, understand how some people can be critical of them. I only suspect those who are critical have not walked in their shoes.

I hold the same sentiments for Beth Holloway Twitty. The comments made about her make me question the direction of humanity in our society.

My advice to those who choose to be critical of them is this:

If you cannot freely exercise civility in how you communicate, then keep your pie hole shut and thank God you are not in their shoes. Go volunteer at the local animal shelter and stop wasting people's time on internet boards.

Originally posted by bananas
I know it must be particularly hard for him since he was a single father. Often you get very little value as a single father and most people seem to forget him while her mother gets so much attention. Of course she needs attention and seems to do well with it, but I think Taylor's father should not be forgotten. He seems like such a sweet man and we should not forget that he is in pain too. Extra hugs to Matt.

I've been following this on the Boards for a while, but never bothered registering until I saw this post.

Forgive me, but your post almost seems like a back-handed slap at the mother, e.g. she "gets so much attention" and then "Of course she needs attention and seems to do well with it..." I'm just curious if that is the veiled meaning behind your post.

My best recollection is that Taylor's mother was camped out in Richmond in September and feverishly working to keep the case in the media spotlight. I would hate to be in her position and I think she handled the situation valiantly. Without her doing so, I'm not sure that Taylor ever would have been found. Perhaps I'm just reading too much into your post about Taylor's mother needing attention.

I think both parents deserve equal hugs regardless of who might be getting the "attention."

Taylor, Janet and Matt

[joeb]

Originally posted by Rowan
Forgive me TN, but I don't see anywhere that anyone on here has been anything less than polite and supportive of either Matt or Janet.

And perhaps if you have issues with someone, you should take them to them in private and make sure you have the whole story.

JMO.

Well said Rowan.Thank you. I have seen only support and NO criticisms at all on these boards of Taylor's parents. If you have it is only in your mind and interpretation of something that was not meant that way.
And TN more of us have walked in their shoes than you will ever know. TN maybe you misunderstood some things and jumped to conclusions that were wrong. As Rowan said you should check these things out in private to learn the whole story.
TN: Many messages go in Private Messages that you dont know anything about. Take it easy. Relax. We all agree that her parents are terrific and wonderful people.

[joeb]

Rowan that "you" in the second sentence of my post above is directed to TN not you. I just wanted to make that clear. I agree with you 100 per cent that there has been nothing but love and support from everyone on these boards for Taylor's parents. If TN thinks there was some kind of criticism it is only in their imagination.

Originally posted by Dorkette
It was her smile AA...It was her smile...I just can't let the kid go...and ya know what?....I don't WANT to let her go...

I know the feeling! God, do I know the feeling.

And if you could have heard her talk and laugh - she had the best sense of humor.

A lonely mom

Janet, I think of you often as I continue to follow Taylor's case, and I read about how close you two were and think of how completely unfair it is that she had to be taken away, it's a pain that no mother should have to feel. I hope so much that you continue to feel close to her and that you can always feel her with you. I wish that each one of us could lend you extra strength whenever you need it, we all would in a second! Much love and strength to you.

[bananas]

Janet, that is ridiculous to think that my love and support for Taylor's father is somehow negative for Taylor's mother. I just was wondering if he is ok. We can clearly see how Taylor's mother is doing, but since her father does not seem to like being in the public eye, we do not know how he is healing. I just wanted to send my love, thoughts, and prayers and to let him know that he is not forgotten.

Originally posted by bananas
Janet, that is ridiculous to think that my love and support for Taylor's father is somehow negative for Taylor's mother. I just was wondering if he is ok. We can clearly see how Taylor's mother is doing, but since her father does not seem to like being in the public eye, we do not know how he is healing. I just wanted to send my love, thoughts, and prayers and to let him know that he is not forgotten.

It is Jane, and I'm sorry that my comment was ridiculous. I don't take anyone's love and support for Matt as a negative. Words must be chosen with care and I thought I detected some back-handed criticism. I'm sorry that I misinterpreted your comments.

As I said before, extra hugs for both Janet and Matt.

Taylor, Janet and Matt.

[TN_Profiler]

Hold up folks. My post was not directed to anyone who posted something in this link. It is strictly intended to point out how incredibly insensitive some people have been.

I think you have all taken it the wrong way. Spend 5 minutes on the Holloway board and you will soon know where my point of view comes from. 50% of all posts are bashing Beth Twitty. It makes me sick. There have been some posts in the past critical of Janet. Why? I haven't a clue. Of all people to argue with on an internet board..... she should be excluded. As I stated in my post, if you must disagree ... do so with civility. Those who revert to 'bad internet behavior' only drive away those who add thought provoking dialog.

Sorry for the disconnect. Carry on.

[TN_Profiler]

Originally posted by Rowan


Understood TN. I have seen (Laci board) more than my share of ill will spread than I ever thought I would see.

I do understand where bananas is coming from, and I don't think it was meant to be anything more than a heartfelt wish.

This is a subject that rouses passions. But I really would like to commend everyone on here for NOT stooping to the depths that others have on other boards.

For Taylor

What I have read on some of the other boards (notably Carlie Brucia and Natalie Holloway) is beyond the realm of tasteless. I am glad that it has not infected this board, although a few months ago I started to worry that it was sliding. This board remains one of the most supportive and intelligent boards on Court TV.

It just bothers me to no end when people feel the need to bash or criticize the family of crime victims. It makes no sense to me.

I think Bananas comments were very appropriate. There are many people affected by this crime. As I walked under the crescent moon last night, I said a prayer for both Janet and Matt. Although they grieve in different ways (we all do) they both deserve compassion, support, love, and respect. From my little corner of the world, they are getting that.

[jace]

Taylor must have felt an EXTREME outpouring of love last night. I was riding home late and looked up at the sky and saw that crescent moon and she was the first thing I thought about. I'm sure alot of us did.

Yes, the moon is smiling down on all tonight.

I think it's really unfortunate that a thread titled "Communications to Taylor's Family" somehow turned into bickering back and forth over misinterpretations of words.
I've been a bit disheartened lately and have been coming to this message board less and less because threads often turn nasty and deviate so far from the topic . If you have an issue with someone, I think it would be better to take care of it with them privately. But in any case, please try to put your egos aside and remember what's really important here guys.

[Taxgirl2006]

Hello, Dorkette.

Just wanted to say hi, and let you know we are all still thinking about you and your family and that we all send our best wishes as well as our prayers your way. Stay strong...




Taxgirl2006

[Dorkette]

Hi Taxgirl,
Thanks ! It is people like you that keep my spirits up!

Much love,

Dorkette

[Taxgirl2006]

Thanks for replying. I hope you get some comfort in knowing just how many people were and are touched by Taylor's smile. She just lit up the screen when I saw her photo, and I know the world has lost something important with her death. Some of the sparkle is gone. Anyway, I wanted you to know.

Sending you all of my hugs and prayers,


Taxgirl

[nibblet]

Hey, Hey Jude!

Where have you been? Long time no write!

[joeb]

Originally posted by Hey Jude
Hi Nibblet
Still check in every once in awhile. I see where this case is going and it's too damn depressing. This is going to get nasty and I'm not sure I really want to hear about it. The Chalmers defense is coming I'm sure...

Its Chambers. Not Chalmers.
http://www.cnn.com/2003/LAW/02/13/chambers.release/
But there are many differences in this case. Plus the Preppy Murder defense did not work for Chambers. He ended up taking a plea deal. 15 years and no parole. Lets all hope and pray for a much longer sentence for BF after he has been found guilty of course.

Originally posted by joeb

Its Chambers. Not Chalmers.
http://www.cnn.com/2003/LAW/02/13/chambers.release/
But there are many differences in this case. Plus the Preppy Murder defense did not work for Chambers. He ended up taking a plea deal. 15 years and no parole. Lets all hope and pray for a much longer sentence for BF after he has been found guilty of course.

The defense did not work for Robert Chambers, but his defense team mercilessly trashed the victim in the media and in Court.

As I recall the victim in the Chambers case had a diary containing lurid details. I haven't seen anything regarding Taylor that suggests the BF's defense team will be able to grasp on to anything but straws.

The victim in the Chambers case also did not have a strong advocate, like Taylor's mother, who could refute the defense's tactics.

It should be interesting to see how this all play's out and I truly hope the end result is justice for Taylor as well as her name being preserved.

Jane

[Dorkette]

Hello

Hey Jude, Taylor's cat, Spot and my cat, Quincy are sisters and we got them in England. They are fat and happy and have become much more affectionate. Taylor was an avid reader - mostly the classics. Writing - she hated writing for school papers. She didn't have the confidence.

Peace, the porn charges for Benny-Boy and the up coming court date, I believe is another preliminary hearing, there have been 2 in the past that have been postponed. I would imagine that the trial for the porn could come after the murder trial since they want to sentence him for the porn after the murder sentencing.

It is good to hear from you all,

Love and prayers,
Dorkette

[TN_Profiler]

Dorkette,

Just wanted to drop you a "hello". I've been thinking about you and hoping you are doing well.

I would expect the activity on this board to increase substantially over the next few months and you will have plenty of support all around you.

Best wishes for a good week!

Your friend.

dorkette,

i have a lot of love in my heart for you and your family.
I read about you all's cats, I wish we were all more like
cats. They are so very wise. I wish I were wise enough to
know the complete outcome of this so i wouldn't have to
watch this unfold in court. I know I will shed more tears
for Taylor just as I have but as we all know, some of the
toughest days are ahead. Chin up and smile just as
Taylor does. May love be with your hearts and a grin on your
chin