My nephew needs prayers!***BEST NEWS ON PAGE 12***

[mousey]

sending prayers and pixie dust!!!

 

[msmouse]

anymore updates?

 

[minniedisney1]

Sending prayers, , & pixie dust your way.

 

[2sweetangels]

sandcass, how is your nephew? How did the surgery go?

 

[YourMajesty]

Thinking of you and your family. Hope all went well with the surgery.

 

[roseprincess]

Sandcass- any news on your nephew? I'm guessing you have been very busy.
Hoping no news is good news.

Rosemarie

 

[Sandcass]

Hey everybody. I'm about as tired as I've ever been. I just got back from my Gma's funeral. It was very nice and very sad. I saw so many of her dear old friends that I've known since I was little. Now I have to wonder with Gma gone if I'll ever see them again? I'm so happy thinking of my Gma being reunited with my Gpa that died 8 years ago. She has missed him terribly. There were 6 of us cousins there, and we were the pallbearers. I didn't think I'd want to do that. But it really was beautiful.

My nephew is doing amazing, here's his mom's latest updates...
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March 02, 2006 at 10:01 PM EST
He looks amazing and is back in his room. He was able to bypass intensive care because he is doing so well! The doctors said that the surgery couldn't have gone any better. The preliminary tests showed the tumor to be benign and Zeke will be having an MRI tomorrow to confirm that the surgery was a success. Thank you again for all your thoughts and prayers...they sure helped Rhett and Becki get through today. Now Zeke is going to need all your support with his speedy recovery!

March 03, 2006 at 11:25 AM EST
Zeke did very well last night , he's in some pretty bad pain but is such a trooper!!! My son has strength like nothing I have ever seen! He pointed to his heart and pointed to his big sister last night, amazing! I want you all to know we felt your prayers yesterday..literaly!! As some one said this morning to me...we actually FELT the miracle as it was happened!!! Just remember what matters in life is your family ,friends and your community...Remember to always tell thoes you love just how much you really love them! Hug and kiss your children and thank God every day how blessed you are to have healthy children(yes, even when they are driving you crazy).....I am moved and honored beyond words to have all your love and support!! God bless you all!!!
We will post pictures of Zeke tonight!!

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I was going to put some happy dancing smilies, but I'm too tired to dance. So I'll just give a

Thank you everybody for listening & sending me your prayers. It's 4:00pm on Friday right now, I think I'll crawl into bed until Monday morning. Anybody mind?

Oh, and me & DH are fine. He was just testy the other night. I felt very alone. It was hard having him go to the hospital while I was at the funeral home.

AND, my DARLING children did wonderful at the funeral. The played nicely with my cousin's children at the funeral home, with only a FEW reminders to be more quiet and respectful. I think my Gma's older friends enjoyed seeing some kids running around. My cousin's have toddlers, they were really the life of the party!

Thanks again everybody.

GIVE YOUR KIDS AN EXTRA TIGHT SQUEEZE AND THANK GOD FOR EVERY MINUTE HE GIVES YOU WITH THEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[tevagirl]

I am glad he's doing so well.

 

[doxdogy]

I am so glad that the surgery went well. Will continue to say prayers for the entire family.

 

[jonestavern]

prayers said for yr nephew's speedy & complete recovery
it's sounds like your grandmother's funeral was lovely--especially because of the young ones' exuberance!
I am sure she is up there with her beloved hubby smiling at your strength & at the tremendous support you've given your family.
she must be a proud grandmom~

Jean, Christopher & Patrick

 

[roseprincess]

That is GREAT news, Sandcass!!!
So glad the surgery went well and he is recovering well!
Please keep us posted about his recovery and results of the MRI, if you can.
He's still in my prayers.

Have a good rest, get some sleep, you've had a busy week!

Rosemarie

 

[2sweetangels]

that is wonderful, I knew he would be a strong little boy.

 

[Dan Murphy]

I think it is always nice to have kids at a wake/funeral, keeps life in perspective.

Good news, Sandcass. 's

 

[mrsmom]

I am so glad he is doing well!! He and his family are in my prayers. And big to you and your family. Try to get some rest.
Kim

 

[kmp1191]

Great news!! We will continue to pray for a speedy recovery for your nephew and for you to get some rest.

 

[Doctor P]

I hope this is OK according to board policies, but I want to give you a website address that might provide some comfort and support and encouragement: www.caps4sam.com My DSD babysat for Sam and his siblings a couple summers ago and I am very close with his grandma and grandpa. I notice you are from the Chicago area. Caps4Sam is Sam's and his family's way of giving back to Children's Memorial Hospital for the treatment they received and continue to receive for his brain tumor. There is a walk for Children's scheduled in early May as mentioned on the website.

 

[Brier Rose]

I can't tell you how happy I am to hear this good news! What an answered prayer that the tumor is benign!

I wish I could give you some of my energy. I feel like I'm about to bust with happiness!

I'm continuing to pray for his full and speedy recovery.

 

[Eeyore'sthebest]

I'm so happy that your nephew is doing well. I'll keep him in my prayers for a quick recovery.

 

[Sandcass]

DR P - Thank you for the website. I had a feeling you were from Dekalb when I saw "Corntown USA" as your location. I grew up in Sycamore! I miss Cornfest!!!! I haven't been to one in years & years.

Thanks for the website. I will definitley share it with my family. Maybe we can do the walk this spring.

 

[Doctor P]

Glad to share. My thoughts and prayers are that your family's outcome is as good as Sam's has been thus far.