An update on David

[Beast fan]

First, to those who posted to yesterday's request for prayers concerning David, I read every single response and will share them with DW (who doesn't visit the DIS as often as I).

Now for the update...............................................
David was officially diagnosed yesterday (Friday, November 5, 2004) with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Of the Child Leukemias, this is the most common, showing up in about 75% of child Leukemia patients. The "cure" rate is currently at about 80%. David's spirits are as well as can be expected, being forced to lay in bed all day.

David will be in the hospital until at least Monday (11/8/04). He is getting his first dose of chemo today, as soon as his "platelette" count is brought up to an "acceptable" level.

This will be, at least, a 3 year battle. My son's fighting spirit and character will be tested, for sure...... but it will also be needed.

To Ocean Annie...... yes, my son would absolutely love a "get well" card. (your idea, not mine)

Since you, the DIS, know more about me than most people, here is our address, should one want to send a card to David.....
David Andrew Rider
2111 Benedict Lane
Shelby Twp., MI 48316

Again, I'm not asking for "get well" cards, but Ocean Annie brought it up in my previous post.

I will give further updates when things dramatically progress (either good or bad), but not until then.

Thanks again for your love and support. I cherish each of you with all my heart.

Sincerely,
Dave Rider

 

[Mom2Em]

Dave,
I am so sorry to hear the diagnosis... You all will stay in my prayers... May God bless your little David...

 

[Pam]

Dave,
I missed your post yesterday. Please know that I have added little David to my prayer list and that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Since I missed the original post, I don't know how old your son is, but it sounds as though he already possesses the fighting spirit.

I would love to send him a card and have taken the liberty of writing your address down.

God Bless all of you.

 

[BibbidiBobbidiBOO]

You all are in my prayers.

 

[nativetxn]

I'm keeping David in my prayers. I'm praying that he makes a complete recovery.

Katholyn

 

[SandraM]

Sorry to hear your news. Wishing you the very best with your battle, and sending hugs to little David.

 

[Pooh67_68]

 

[4greatboys]

I will be praying for your little boy and your family.

 

[disneyfanatic60]

I am so very sorry to hear about your son. This is so very sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your wife. May God watch over this little one during this difficult time.

I will be at WDW a month from now. I would definitely like to send him a postcard during my visit. It's something small I can do that will hopefully put a smile on this young boy's face for even a brief moment.


Michele

 

[DD2Disney]

Sorry to hear this news. I will be praying for your DS and your family. God bless you.

Tricia

 

[huey duey & luey]

I am also sorry to hear your news. I will continue to pray for David and your whole family.
Tara

 

[gottaluvPluto]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

How old is your DS? I would like to send him some age appropriate things.

 

[Keli]

I'm so sorry about your ds' illness. My prayers are with you all.

 

[huckster]

continuing to keep your son and family in my prayers.. you all have a tuff fight ahead, but always remember you are not alone.
God bless
tammy

 

[dvcfamily41801]

You son is in my prayers.

 

[KathyTX]

Hugs and prayers to David, and your whole family.

Sounds like he's a strong and tough little guy. We'll be thinking of him while he fights this, and we'll be here to help celebrate when he beats it!

 

[transparant]

Please know that your precious David is in my prayers!

 

[luvmarypoppins]

I read your post yest. and want to let you know David will be in our prayers continually. May God strengthen and uphold you during the days ahead. It breaks my heart when kids have to go through this, but seeing 2 survivors, one which I had the privilege to teach at my church, I know God has given us hope and miracles. Blessings to your family during this most difficult of times.

 

[laurie31]

Oh, I'm so sorry You have just become members of a very exclusive club that no one wants to join. I will keep your son and your family in my prayers. I hope there will be a complete remission soon.

Here's the link to the first thread - David is 4 years old.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=676194

Laurie

 

[Annie68]

Dave,
We are keeping your son (& family) in our thoughts & prayers.