There is no doubt in my mind that this dream should come true - it is selflish and my heart grew three sizes today just reading this amazing story!

oops...I meant to write "selfless" in my previous comment :)

You get my vote! Life is short and I hope very much that you get the opportunity to have this reunion.

-m

John - I pray that you will be able to take Sara and Mady there one day. And I have no doubt that your lens would capture all the emotion. Best of luck my friend...

John, I am pulling for you to win! You will have the most awesome photos of all! Mom

I hope you win John - I have no doubt how compelling your photos would be.

well, this made me cry. i hope it happens for us, but more importantly for you. the amazing photos that you would undoubtedly capture would bring some much needed attention to that part of the world that i was so fortunate enough to escape.

Best of luck John. I know you will blow us away with your work given the opportunity. Cheers!

This successful (yet still painful) resolution to one story reminds us how we can make a positive difference for today's affected. Your work will convince many to help put an end to today’s human rights violations - and to the personal tragedies that affect every innocent and tragic victim.

good luck john, you have my vote!

got my vote.

Good luck to you John!

You have my vote, John. Good luck!

Good luck, man! Hope it comes true for you!

I hope you are able to experience your dream. You and Sara deserve all the best. You rock behind the camera lense and I'd love to live your dream by proxy. Only love.

this is an awesome story! i really hope you get to make this dream come true for you, your wife and especially for your little girl!

Good luck John, hope you will win!

Good luck!

Amazing! Good Luck to you and Sara! Much Love!

Sean

How thoughtful, sensative and you're pretty good looking too! Wow, URWIFE hit the jackpot! Best wishes for this to become your reality sooner than later.

John--how very beautiful . . . just like your photography.

John, you have my vote!

Count me in John!

John, sounds like this would be an amazing opportunity! Best of luck to you!!

You've got my vote. What a touching story. I hope this comes true for you.

Good Luck John & Sara! I hope you win and fulfill your dream!

You've definitely got my vote!! You've always struck me as someone who touch the world more than most. Good luck!

This is such a heartwarming story!I hope you both get this opportunity!~ Traci

Good luck John & Sara. I am crossing my finger for you.

Good luck!

An amazing story, I hope you win!!

Wow! You deserve to win. I'm sending positive vibes your way.

Contest Rules say that you'll be required to Blog. You should highlight your current blog to demonstrate your GREAT blogging capabilities. :) or not - and I'll do it here. :)

just wanted to send a quick shout out to say THANK YOU to everyone that has voted so far. we've got a long road ahead of us -- your help, along with your friends and family, is greatly appreciated!!!

John - Even though we have yet to meet (I'm sure we will eventually!) I wish you the best of luck in carrying out this dream. It will be a powerful experience no doubt.

I wish you the best of luck John. Your pictures would undoubtedly depict this overwhelmingly powerful story of Sara's childhood. I pray you get this opportunity. You're a talented photographer, that's for sure. ~Melissa

Best of luck to you and Sara - What an amazing experience it will be for the both of you :)

I hope you win, John! I have seen some of your work and I think it's very unique and amazing! You are a great photographer and deserve to be a winner. Best of luck!

I hope you win, John! I have seen some of your work and I think it's very unique and amazing! You are a great photographer and deserve to be a winner. Best of luck!

I hope you get your dream. vtd

I hope your get your dream. vtd

I hope your get your dream. vtd

Hello Johnny,
I hope all is well. I wish you all the best with this contest. I am always pulling for you. Keep up the great work. I hope to see you soon.
Newy

I know you two would really inhale this experience should it come true.
Newy

An experience like this can only bring a family closer.
Newy

John - You have my vote and I pray that, contest or no contest, you are able to make this dream come true some day. It is just too important not to. All my best.
Lisa (Cope) Lucci

My friend Rick Short asked me to come here to vote for you, good luck and best wishes to you and your family

PIC'ED!

Hope you win. I'd love to see what pics you can capture.

Wow John, you have my vote. All the best!

you have my vote as well John.

Hey John...pretty cool! This is a great idea with such a personal purpose. Good luck! I will try to pass this on. PS This is Heather.

that's heartfelt, good luck! my idea is to help others by bringing awareness and unity for non-profits worldwide: http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/jenmay/unity-through-community/

John - You have my vote! I know you will be able to capture wonderful pictures and what a venture it will be for you to watch Sara discover her roots. Aunt Paula

John - You have my note too! Uncle Doug

hey John,

You def. have my vote...imma help you spread the word.

keep on doing what you do...we're here to back you up

btw i put the word out on facebook as you can see

-Johnny

Good luck John & Sara!

John- what a heartfelt story! Your photography is AMAZING! I hope you win this contest!

John, you have our vote. Good luck to you and Sara!!

Barry & Iris Lepley

John, I'm pulling for you and telling everyone I know!! What an amazing opportunity it would be to take Sara on this journey. Good luck, love Candy, Chris, Emily and Addison

Your wife deserves this. I hope it can come to fruition. How thoughtful of you, this is incredible!
I am pulling for your family !!

I like your idea!

Will you vote for me? Let's do this and see how it turns out. Let's help each other!

Good luck!

Good luck, John. This is a great idea.

John You have my vote. Good Luck.

What a touching story. Good luck.

Also check out my idea too, if you have a chance.

An amazing story indeed...with or without the contest I hope someday you make this dream come true...I'm rooting for you! Best of luck! Vicki

Rooting for you as well!!!! A belief in the world's goodness even in the midst of such despair is a powerful tool!!

Good luck to you John.

Inspirational story of hope...you have my vote!

You have my vote, good luck!

I saw you as a featured story, and reading it made me think of my own family, tears welled up in my eyes (terrible, because I am at work). So even though I have my own proposal - I had to vote, this is such a compelling story, I could see the images in my mind. Best of luck to you.

Good Luck bro, you got my vote!

Sven

Hope you win your Dream.

Great idea. Good luck. I voted for this. Please consider voting for my ideas as well.

Good Luck from everyone @ Baltimore Scrap

your story is moving....these are brave souls...they teach us courage in the wink of an eye...i love these people..please show us more of how they transcend this tragic history!

Good Luck!!

good one,perosnal heartfelt,meaningful-...please check out my idea too Orphanage America and www.buddhawild.com

Good Luck, John!! Very cool idea.

awesome idea, good luck John

John,I just love your story and hope you win... You have my vote Linda McCalin

I wish everybody was this devoted to their family. Good luck.

Great idea, very touching. It gets my vote.

you have my vote john. best of luck!
Omie

Hope you win this. I know you will do a great job. Can't wait to see all the beautiful pics you'll bring back. Praying for you. Best of luck John & Sara!
love always,Siyon

You have my vote. I saw the movie "The Killing Fields" a long time ago and it left a very strong impression in my heart and mind of a war torn place with little hope of survival . You are doing a great deed and are very honorable.

Unite against the “network” that is scheming votes. Support ideas that are “lost” due to unworthy ideas using low tactics. “Insulin” is not the best idea. Something is wrong here and many fantastic ideas are getting lost due to the “network.” If you like my idea on “Vanishing Cultures,” vote for it.

I love this idea! check out mine and Pic it if youd like! Congo here I come...

Great Idea. Got my vote!

thanks, like it,certainly some good ideas getting lost in the mix amongst all this computer network votes..and if you like mine,about orhpans in USA and Africa, please return the vote!

You win, be sure to remember the little people.

Gets my vote by a mile. Our pasts shape our future and your family deserves to connect with theirs. Your wife and baby will be forever changed and enriched by the visit and you through them. I can't wait to see the pictures!

@awessendorf

Good luck, I am praying for you. It will be an awesome trip.

Working to get votes, M

thanks mom :)

You have my vote, If you get the chance, check out my dream "From Australia With Love" and PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE vote for it!

Thanks.

-Adam

Having visited the killing fields and Toul Sleng myself, I have no doubt that your wife's parents are incredible people. Their courage and strength to protect themselves and their daughter is inspiring. I hope you get to make this dream happen.

thank you david. they are incredible indeed!

Awesome story John. You've got my vote.

thanks so much karen! we're coming up close to the deadline for votes (4/3)...so your support is greatly appreciated.

Neat, my proposal is to go in and see the aftermath of the Pol Pot regime on the healthcare system. Cambodia is such a lovely country and the kids are simply amazing! Good luck!

Hi. My name is Stephanie. I am Siyon's friend. I want to wish you the best of luck. Stay strong and keep your spirits up. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.