Annie is my sister....

Annie is my sister. From the time when we were little, she drove me crazy. Even now sometimes it almost seems like we speak different languages explaining things that seem really clear to me is frustrating and incomprehensible to her and vice versa. Our ways of thinking about and dealing with things are different too. But there is one thing about which we completely agree: we love each other and our families. And would do anything for them. She is exasperating and maddening and also one of the warmest, most giving, caring, generous, accepting people I know. We went together to hear the doctor's diagnosis. She was so brave and strong. All through the initial surgery, the recovery period, getting back to work, she never wavered. Now, facing the next steps, which will be even harder and more demanding, she is still steadfast. I am so proud that she is my sister. I love her madly!
— Pat Cunningham-Lee

Annie is my auntie....

She is one of the warmest hug-givers. They make me feel so good whenever I get one, and that's how I realize that I'm actually in Hawaii. Auntie Annie is funny, kind, soft, and is always thinking of others. She's also one of the BEST Rice Crispy Treat makers ever!!!! I love you Auntie Annie!!!
— Lauren Cunningham-Lee

Annie is my sister...

...and the most genuine and generous person I know. Of our siblings she and I are the closest in age and yet may be the most different in our approach and how we think. While I may not always understand or agree with her, she has warmly and wholeheartedly welcomed my haole husband and mainland family, always making a point of greeting us with leis (which she hand picks and strings herself) and making herself available whenever we visit Kauai. I am so grateful to her for that. Of anyone I know she is a shining example of what it means to serve others. I am amazed at her perseverance and her faith and strength in overcoming adversity. She has overcome a lot in her life and I am proud of her.
— Kiki Lee

Annie is my auntie....

She is the most positive person I know. I have rarely seen her when she was not smiling. If people didn't tell me that she had gotten cancer, I probably wouldn't have known, because she is always smiling.
— Drew Cunningham-Lee

Annie is my sister-in-law....

From day one, she treated me like family. In time, I came to see that I could have been anybody: If God saw fit to have someone cross Annie's path, then Annie saw fit to love them like family. I don't get to see her very often, and yet she has never wasted an opportunity... I mention how beautiful Plumerias smell and next thing I know, there's a lei around my neck; show up for the family meal and a full plate of food is put in my hand! (I didn't even have to stand in line!); One time, I was scribbling an idea in a notebook and she came to see how I was doing. I ended up explaining this crazy idea in every detail and then asked her what she thought. She said: "Well, I don't really understand it, but thanks for telling me about it." When I tried to apologize for getting her stuck listening to me, she wouldn't hear of it... She said she needed to stay and listen because it was something that was important to me.... At every turn she has blessed me. Now I pray that she will be blessed.
— Joseph Nerelli

Annie is my sister-in-law....

Annie and I have always been on, not a first-name basis, but a first-letter basis: "Hey, G!" "Hi, A!" Could be that we're just too lazy to say the whole name, but I like to think the simplicity of that sort of sums things up for us. Our trails have meandered since we first met, but every time we meet again, it's always that simple: what we see is what we get.
— Gary Cunningham-Lee

Annie is my Auntie...

She is a treasure. I like the times I went to her house and she fed me lunch and especially when she let me play video games with Levi.
— Jeran Paleka

Annie is my treasured auntie.

As i can recall from the days of when i was just a little baby, she would always have this special way of making me laugh while at the same time giving an armful of love and i gladly thank her for giving me a bunch of great time s while at her house and at my own house. Thanks!!! :)
— Justin Paleka

Annie is my Aunty

Aunty Annie is always smiling, full of energy, and always happy. She helps me to get along with my mom and especially my brothers. After a long day of school and practices her massages and warm hugs always do the trick!Aunty Annie is outgoing and optimistic and nothing seems to ever bring her down and she's constantly giving and thinking of others. Thanks for all the pono market & Jamba Juice, and for all my warheads, sour punch straws, and sour skittles. Thanks for your happy spirit and warm hugs!!! I LALALALALLOOOOOVVEEEE YOUUUU AUNTY ANNIE!!!! <3
— Shannon Paleka

Annie is my Aunty

Whenever I see Aunty Annie, I can't help but get an oh-so-wonderful warm and fuzzy feeling inside. Me and mom are always greeted with a big hug and she makes us beautiful plumeria lei for when we go home. She always knows how to make me laugh and put a smile on my face, or take away my stress with one of her famous massages! Aunty Annie has the patience to put up with all the kids and teach the older ones how to drive in her van (: Thanks for EVERYTHING Aunty Annie. I LOVE YOU.
— Amy Nakama

Anne is my optimistic, happy sister...

Out of all of us siblings, Anne is the most positive and forgiving. She can keep smiling no matter the challenges, and she's had plenty. She touches people in such a way that they love her forever. Lots of times people mistake us for each other (we don't get it, but it happens) and I don't mind at all! She has a hidden talent of being able to cut out letters and shapes freehand! It has come in handy many times when doing signs for our kids parties and other happenings. She always tried to make me laugh even when I didn't want to and still does ( but I resist less). When we were little she made up the funniest story about the three little pigs and the big toe-jammy king. I don't remember the details, but I remember us cracking-up! Her favorite color is purple, she loves chocolate almonds, enjoys food and family and anything fun, fun, fun!!! I try not to think about it too much since I end up bawling, but if she were gone, it would be like a light being dimmed. I love you, Anne!
— Diane Paleka

Annie is my friend.

This is me and my friend Annie. We have teased each other over the years and played tricks on each other. She always gets the better of me. Even right now she is stealing candy out of my back pocket.
— Scott Greenleaf

Annie is my good friend.

She is an excellent sports video technician at the basketball and volleyball games!!! She is a loving person and always there for me to help out with anything, helping with our recent baby shower, and my guardian angel handing me breakfast in the morning while I am doing my crossing guard duty at the school; especially Goteborg musubi!!! Onolishes!!! Love you.
— Stella Greenleaf

Annie is my mom…

She is the best mom in the world, she always wants to make me happy.
— Levi Eulalio

Annie is my friend…

Aunty Annie is always in cheerful when I see her, she asks me how things are going and I really feel that she is sincere and cares about what I have to say.I am fond of her positive qualities.
— Shem Greenleaf

Annie is my friend…

She brightens my day with her smile. She takes the time to listen and makes you feel like you are the most important person in the world when you are with her.
— Kathy Cram

Annie is my mom…

She's a hard worker...
— David Kanoho

Annie is my dear friend…

Annie is a dear friend to me and my entire family. She is always a good medicine for my soul. I love her very much. It was an honor to do a little something to help with the breakfast last Saturday. God be with you, my sweet sister. Would love to do anything more that would be of help to you in some way... All my love....
— DeeDee Fulton

Annie is my friend…

Annie is always a gracious giver, is now working on being a gracious receiver.
— Joan Paleka

Annie is my friend…

Annie is my friend since I moved to the island. She’s been a great friend to me so cheerful, happy, good, and enthusiastic. She trusts in God in His will and she teaches that every day with the beautiful smile on her beautiful face. Eh! Also she helped me find a job. She is a great hard worker. I love you, Annie. Our Heavenly Father and His Angels are watching over you.
— Erika Greenleaf

Annie is my friend…

Aunty Annie is the happiest, most positive and smiley person I know. She always calls me by name and says, " Hey Josh Cram." She never fails to put a smile on my face and brighten my day!
— Joshua Cram

Annie is also my sister…

She is my sister in the gospel, a beloved daughter of our Heavenly Father and a beloved sister of mine. Mother Teresa said something that makes me think of Annie. She said, "Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love." That to me is Annie. You immediately feel her love for you when she greets you with her beautiful smile followed with the warmest hug. Annie has a way of making everyone she meets feel special. She loves unconditionally and looks for the best in people. It is her gift. I love Annie. I love her honesty - what you see is what you get, no hidden agendas. I love her simple faith, her optimism, her generosity of heart and most of all her loving smile. I love you, Annie! Te atua pu (May you always be surrounded by God's love).
— Iris Caycayon

Annie is our friend…

Aunty Annie is fun to talk to. She's sweet and makes the best chili in the world! She's the best!
Love you, Aunty Annie.
— Ori

Aunty Annie makes Drive Through Bank transactions longer than usual; short the transaction, but long the talk story.
Love you, Aunty Annie.
— Stephen

P.S. The 4 cars behind me love you too.

Annie is…

Anne Tsuneko Timmins Bunny Princess Timmins Lee Eulalio, my sister:
Thinking of your hardship
Puts me in distress
What you mean to me
Words cannot express
We've fought, argued and made each other mad
But life without you would be very, very sad
God speed on the journey you're taking at last
You're an ache in my heart and a pain in my.....neck

— SJ

Aloha Annie!

Do you feel it?! Do you know it?! Blowing joyful humble prayers and loving hugs to you. Oh yes! Thank you for being our Sunshine Kauai Woman and a Gracious Child of God.
— Debi Wakuta

Annie is my daughter…

She has always caused me concern and grief but I love her very much. It's why I lost all my hair! But losing it all is worthwhile because she is who she is: she is my daughter. Like all my other daughters and my son, I love them all equally. Read more.
— Larry Lee, Sr.

Hi! I'm Annie!

God is good! He blesses me when I don't deserve it. I have a mom & dad who love me deeply forever. They gave me siblings who love me that same way. And THEY increased the love by getting married to amazing people and having even-more-amazing-than-them beautiful children. I have a husband who loves me through my gazillion failings without telling people about them and 3 terribly good-looking sons who are such outstanding young men. They make their mama proud.(that would be me :) I'm thankful for so much goodness in my life. I know I am not the only one with cancer, and there are so many people suffering in so many different ways, but I am humbled and grateful for all the good thoughts, well wishes, prayers and support from such a variety of people. I can never say "Thank You" enough to each and every one of you. I will just ask our Heavenly Father if He might bless each of you with peace, love and happiness in your souls through all the turmoils and joys of life. I appreciate your support! ... and have an AWESOME day!
— Annie Eulalio

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Dear Friends of Annie,

Thank you so much for your warm and loving support. Annie's surgery and cancer treatment was successful and she is back at home safe on Kaua'i with her family and friends, healing and getting healthy. She's also gone back to work and is enjoying life. We know that it couldn't have happened without your love, caring, generosity, faith and prayers. We appreciate all of you so much.

With love from

The Lee, Nakama, Cunningham-Lee, Eulalio, Kanoho, Nerelli and Paleka Families

Friends of Annie (friendsofannie.org) is an information and fund-raising effort to help Annie Eulalio receive treatment for a rare form of cancer, peritoneal mucinous carcinomatosis (PMCA).

Donations can be made through Paypal by clicking on the "Donate" button.
Checks, made payable to: Friends of Annie Eulalio, can be mailed to this address and they will be deposited into Annie’s trust account:

P.O. Box 510194, Kealia, Hawai'i 96751

Call 808-823-0599 for more information, to volunteer, to donate.Or contact us at this website.

Blog: On the Road with Annie and Pat

MIA .. sorry..
2012-01-01 00:55
Good-bye to Hawaii....
2011-09-13 01:15
Separation anxiety...
2011-09-03 00:09
Long time no write...
2011-08-30 12:42
Home safe! 　ただいま～！
2011-08-22 22:45
Good-bye to the lower 48 or The Final Leg...
2011-08-20 21:34
Departures Part II...
2011-08-19 18:13
In Phoenix...
2011-08-19 16:57
Departures...
2011-08-18 21:12
Our second-to-the-last day in Gaithersburg...we're so sad!
2011-08-17 18:32