Prayers, positive thoughts, & Pixie dust NEEDED!!

[Mickeyflower]

I got a call from my BFF this evening. Her & her husband took their 3 year old little boy, Elijah, to the Dr's because is color was "a little off". Turns out he has Leukemia! He is a lively, energetic, fun loving little boy. Her entire family family needs as many positive thoughts & prayers as we can send for their son, & my nephew.

I could also use some suggestions on how I can best support her & her family during this trying time. She lives 400 miles south from me. Her mother is there with her, & she said she does not need me there. How can I show her my love & support best? She knows she has it, but I would like to do something, I just don't know what.

Thanks everyone.

 

[lisateaches]

I said a prayer for him and I'll say another later. I hope his health improves quickly. A teacher at work just had a grandson undergo treatment for Leukemia and so far so good. I believe ( I'd double check me ) the color for Leukemia is orange. I think you can get bracelets made with his name on it.

 

[wdwmom0f3]

Sending prayers.

 

[WorldWacky]

I am so sorry to hear about your friend's little boy. SFBayDon sent this to me regarding my MIL. http://www.livestrong.com Maybe you will find some useful information there. Pixie dust and prayers to you and their family.

 

[Mrs. M. Mouse]

Prayers and PD to your BFF and her little boy. I will keep them in my thoughts.

As for what you can do....I've been told that letting her know you're there if she needs anything is okay but actually making a plan to do something for her is better as most who are going through the treatments and trauma of leukemia don't ask for help or don't know what to ask for. Send a meal or GC for a meal to order in or step out of the hospital for. if you know of the closest coffee shop to the hospital where her son will be treated is another idea as I'm sure she'll put it to good use.

If she has more than one child you could offer to take the other's for her for a time to help her while she's with the son who's being treated...even just for an afternoon of play. if possible can you go there and help feild the phone calls. I'm sure she's not likely wanting to have to go over the diagnosis with every person who calls.

Just some thoughts I've heard from other parents of children going through treatments.

Best of luck to your BFF's son. I wish for a speedy recovery and remission!

 

[Mickeyflower]

Prayers and PD to your BFF and her little boy. I will keep them in my thoughts.

As for what you can do....I've been told that letting her know you're there if she needs anything is okay but actually making a plan to do something for her is better as most who are going through the treatments and trauma of leukemia don't ask for help or don't know what to ask for. Send a meal or GC for a meal to order in or step out of the hospital for. if you know of the closest coffee shop to the hospital where her son will be treated is another idea as I'm sure she'll put it to good use.

If she has more than one child you could offer to take the other's for her for a time to help her while she's with the son who's being treated...even just for an afternoon of play. if possible can you go there and help feild the phone calls. I'm sure she's not likely wanting to have to go over the diagnosis with every person who calls.

Just some thoughts I've heard from other parents of children going through treatments.

Best of luck to your BFF's son. I wish for a speedy recovery and remission!

She does have a daughter who is only 7 months old. I think sending a GC for a meal is a great idea! I would love it if I could go there, but she lives 400 miles south of me. The good news is that her mother is there with her and helping her out through this.

As for feilding phone calls, that is a great idea.

Thank you.

 

[disney4dan]

Our son was diagnosed with cancer three years ago and I think the first few months were a blur. Keep in touch with them on terms that make it easy for your friend. Is text the preferred way, or a phone call at a set time? When you speak with her next, maybe say you'll call her after the next Dr. appointment (that afternoon, say if the doctor appointment is mid-day). If you are 400 miles away, support other than through phone calls or texts might be hard. Maybe plan a weekend trip down to take your friend out for an hour.

Sending prayers your way, and hoping for the best. If there is anything positive I can add, understand that we have come a long way in the treatment and cure of cancers and the outlook is very good. It can be painful and heartbreaking during the process, but positive energy does help.

I suggest this resource for the parents:

http://www.acor.org/

Thank you for being there for them.

 

[Heluvsme]

Praying for him and your friend and their whole family. My heart certainly goes out to them, it is a parent's worst nightmare.

~Dawn

 

[es45]

You have received great advice already. Just wanted you to know that I'm praying for you and your family.

 

[mdvlprof]

Prayers and coming your way, and hers.

 

[Applemomma]

Oh what a nightmare! Praying for them!

No real suggestions here but regular contact with her is probably the best you can do, even if all you can do is let her cry on the phone at least it's an outlet for her.

 

[jodiey]

How horrible, especially around the holidays. I'm saying a prayer for him and his family.

 

[stitchlover]

We have good friends who went through the same thing. Their daughter is now doing great. Her mom mentioned to me one of the helpful things for her was to have one person who she updated and then everyone else could call that person, etc. So the mom wasn't having to make a ton of phone calls. She even mentioned that recently people have begun to set up websites as a place for family and friends to go for information and latest news. It could probably be something as simple as a private Facebook page or something. That might help.

I'm sure you feel helpless being so far away from here. I know you will figure out the best way to be there for her. I will say a prayer for all of you.

 

[bigmoonmullen]

We will keep Elijah is our thoughts and prayers.

Louise & Mark

 

[LilGMom]

Sending them positive thoughts and Pixie Dust.

 

[lugnut33]

Awww, the poor little guy and his family. That is terrible.

We'll send positive energy his way!!

 

[alaskanmommy]

I will keep them in my thoughts. All you can do is be there for your BFF while she goes through this horrible situation. Take care!

 

[pklein09]

Hugs and prayers for everyone...

 

[corky441]

Sending thoughts and prayers to Elijah, his family and to you.

Stay strong

 

[Phoenixblue]

I am so sorry to hear about your friend's son.
and prayers for all.

I have a co-worker who's son just got home after a bone marrow transplant and chemo for ALL - Acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

They used Caring Bridge http://www.caringbridge.org/ to keep everyone updated. They really liked the service and people were able to leave messages that really boosted his morale during his long months away from home (He had to be in Seattle for treatment).

Everyone wanted to help out if possible .. so his family asked anyone willing to, to register as a bone marrow donor - even though we may not be a match for him, we might be a match for another boy or girl in the same situation.