Submitted by Carolyn from Hamilton Ontario Canada
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:18:52 2001
AJ - I think it was very brave of you to admit to the guys, your fans and most importantly to yourself that you needed help. That alone shows that you are a pretty terrific guy. But you must know that you never have to worry about our support. I love you AJ!
Submitted by Amanda from IL USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:54 2001
AJ, I'm so sorry you've gone through depression and other problems, but it's the best thing for you to get help now. No matter what happens, you will **ALWAYS** have the support of the millions of fans. We love you exactly how you are and hope that you will get better as soon as possible. You have touched so many lives in a positive way, including mine. You are in my prayers. Love always, Amanda
Submitted by Jen from USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:50 2001
Aj, I hope that god will give you strength to get through this hard time, and that you will get well soon, so you can get back to doing what you love. know that you are in the minds of tons of people, all hoping the best for you, all thses people that care about you, and want you to get well, and continue on as a backstreet boy for many many years. Best of luck, best wishes, lots of love and support to you, especially now. To Nick, Brian, Kevin, and Howie, stay strong guys, I know how hard it is having a friend in this position. Pray for him, give him lots of support, he will pull through and get well, and you guys will be back and better than ever. cuz you guys are the best and you always will be. You guys are amazing, you didn't lie to your fans, even tho it would have been easier to cover this up, you came right out and told us right away. and that is appreciated, you guys are so good to your fans, and I know that if you guys stick together you can get through anything. And Nick, I hope your hand feels better too! Lots of love to you all. see you when you are back on the road!
Submitted by ¤Laura¤ from Ontario Ottawa Canada
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:48 2001
Dear Aj, I just found out about what is happening and I want you to know I'm always gunna be here for you no matter what and when i said that I mean IT! I've been a fan since '93 and I've watched you guys grow and it's amazing i mean It feels like I grew up with you guys, everytime i had a whole bunch of bad shit goin on and all i wanted to do was die all i had to do was turn to u guys and you were there for me it seemed. And I want you to know Im here for you no matter what.Dont worry Aj everything will be fine, you're a strong man and you'll make it. Ilove you with all my heart. Good luck hun:) Love Always, Laura
Submitted by Kim Hamlett from Mt. Washington Kentucky USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:45 2001
AJ Philippians 4:13 says: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Always remember that and you can get through any thing. The news was told a little over 2 hours ago. I couldn't believe it when I heard it. I have had tears in my eyes ever since. I know this is a hard time for you, your family, the guys, and the fans. But you can get through this. Everyone is here to support you no matter what. Just remember you did the biggest part already and that's relizing that you have a problem. Take as much time as you need to get better, we will be here waiting when you are, no matter how long it takes. I will have you in my prayers and thoughts everyday as you go through this and even after. To the rest of the guys, I have you in my thoughts and prayers too. I know that you will be there supporting AJ and that you will send him all the love you can from you and the fans. Hang in there and in the end it will all work out. Nick make sure you take care of that hand and get it better. Just put everything in God's hands.
Submitted by Christy from Prince George VA USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:41 2001
Dearest AJ,I just heard about this news. I've been crying since I heard about it :*(, just remember that no matter what happens, us THE FANS will always be here for you and the guys to lean on!!!!! I'm really glad you are getting help and I hope you get well soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you, the boys, and your family. We love you. We were there from the start and will continue to be there till the end-which I hope never comes because you guys have helped me so much, I'd like to give something back. P.S. Nick, I heard you hurt your hand hun, I hope you are ok ... Love always, ~*~Christy~*~
Submitted by Jan from levittown NY USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:35 2001
AJ, I just wanted to let you know that I was saddened greatly when I heard the news. I am one of your biggest fans and the greatest thrill of my life was getting to talk to you and get a hug from you, even though it only lasted 5 seconds. I hope you know that I will pray for a speedy recovery everynight, while listening to "Black & Blue." I know that you are a strong person and you will come back from this and be even better then before. I will be counting down the days to your return to the stage. PS: my mom said get well soon,too!!
Submitted by Bonnie from USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:05 2001
Dear AJ Everyone is so proud of you this is the first step and you are a strong and smart enough person to step up to your problem and face it. We will be praying for you evryday and hope for a fast recovery. I will always care for you and love you so please stay strong and come back to Buffalo soon! We love you and the Guys. God Bless you all and remember whatever happens you will always have your fans!
Submitted by kristen from webster NY USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:17:01 2001
Aj, we are all behind you. we understand that you have a problem, and we are proud of you that you were able to ask for help. We will be waiting for you to get better. We will not leave your side. We can wait for our concerts. We understand that you need help more than we need our concerts. So our prayers are with you, and we all pray that you get better.
Submitted by Melina from Pompano Beach(next to Ft lauderdale=0) Florida USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:16:29 2001
Hey AJ what's up? first off let me just say that I love you will all my heart and soul, I know it probably sounds crazy since I have never met you, but you, Nick,Howie, Brian and Kevin are like brother's to me. You are just the coolest person ever and extremely talented, so down to earth, I know you will get better, thank you so much for being who you are, take care of yourself and always remember that there is a fan in south florida named Melina, who's 19 years who will always be there to support you. And im sure all your other fans will too WE LOVE YOU AJ and take care of your self cuz BABY YOU ROCK Melina
Submitted by joselyn [josy] from Glendale ca USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:16:21 2001
Dear Aj I know what your going through is hard and i just wanna let u know that im very proud that you have taken a step to stop this problem i know its not easy to accept it and that its probably the hardest step but i want you to know that we (the fans) will always be here for you and that your health comes before anything so you take all the time you need till you feel ready to come back we will respect any decision you take as long as its the best one for you. love you and always will ~josy
Submitted by Lisa from kalamazoo Michigan USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:16:19 2001
AJ~ I suffered through depression too. I know how hard it is to admit that there is something wrong and to get help. It took me 4 years to do so. I am proud. Good Luck on recovery. hugs kisses n moosetracks icecream ~Lisa~
Submitted by Kathryn from Gastonia North Carolina USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:16:08 2001
Dear AJ, I am sooooo sad to hear what you are going through. But I am really glad that you stepped up and said you needed help. I am praying for you 24/7, so you are in my prayers and thoughts even after you get better. I mean after I heard the news on TRL and seen Kevin start to cry I was just so heartbroken and then they played that clip of you singing. When you started to cry I just broke down in tears b/c I hate it that this is happening to you, but I know that you will get better soon. Just know that your fans will be praying for each and everyday for your recovery. You can pull through this!:)
Submitted by maggie from philly pa USA
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:15:58 2001
if you have ever had depression before you might no that it is really hard to stand up and ask for help. i admire him so much for that. so many things led to his depression.. amanda, his grandmother, always being away from home.. that just a couple. i always knew that he was depressed and i wa sok with that b/c i was too. brian helped me out of that depression, but i am afraid i am falling into it again for multiple reasons. today, to hear and see my boys literally crying on tv made me break down. i still cannot liek see the screen. people say i have a flare for writing n that my words always touch ppls hearts.. i wrote a poem inless than a minute becuase so much emotion and feeling went into it. i wish he or one of them could read it.. here it is: as i sit here in front of the tv screen, i no thru my blurry eyes, the only thing i can see is you memories of sadness and bunched into a thought thoughts of happiness scarcley fluttering around where will this all end? will our love succeed? will i still be left standing at the end? your happiness is all i want.. and for that id give my soul sharp pains of thought kill my heart, but you are the only ones still standing strong tears of lifeless thoughts cloud our minds about the future when will this all end? will our love succeed? for your happiness id give my soul... just get better if n e one wants to email me, and talk email me at briajlvr23@aol.com until then.. god bless everyone and aj, we are really worried about you.. please get better.. you are so brave and always remember we (the fans) will never leave your side even it everyone else does. we're always here for you.. remember that baby..
Submitted by Kelly-Grace from Toronto Ontario Canada
Date: Mon Jul 9 18:15:45 2001
AJ, Maybe I nor any of the Backstreet Boys fans can understand what your going through and maybe some of us are proud that this is the decision that you made and that when you did make this decision you are willing and ready to take care of yourself and put less pressure of what you are going through. Though when i did find out it was very tearful i cried but then that’s when I tried saying to myself" He will be all right, he will be all right" and once you do get over this abuse and depression you'll know that no matter what you do all the Backstreet Boys fans will help you along the way and hopefully your fellow band mates, Nick, Brian, Kev and Howie are also willing to help you. I have been your fan ever since you guys came out and all I’m going to do and what I’m going to do as long as I remember you guys is to support all of you...and it doesn’t matter who my fave bsb is because this group that you guys have formed are the Backstreet Boys not just "brian" or "nick" which means by helping one Backstreet Boy I am helping the whole group. AJ I wish you the best and that you had the strength to come up front about your problem and that everyone may help you through thick and thin. AJ, I and the rest of the bsb fans hope u recover soon so that well see 5 guys performing as a successful group!!!I love all of you!! urs: K.Grace
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