In April, 2010, when Andrew was 2 1/2, a tumor was discovered behind his eye. The tumor was removed, but it was found to be an aggressive cancer. He endured seven months of chemo and six weeks radiation. In December of 2010, the day after his last treatment, he was rushed to the ER with an almost fatal bacterial infection. He survived.
He is now seven-years-old!! I don't visit here much, because during the ordeal, this is where I dumped everything--my rage, my fear, my sadness, my ugly, my hope, my everything. But I want all of you who supported and prayed for us to hear his updates. You helped me survive, and I am deeply thankful. Every once in awhile, I will check in to let you know how he's doing. Please continue to pray that cancer will never return to his body. Thank you.
Amazing pictures - your boys are beautiful. I will say a prayer for you today. I am a childhood cancer survivor. It is a tough road, but you come out the other end a better, stonger, more compassionate person - I promise. One thing my parents did for me during my treatment (that I never realized at the time) - they never denied that what was happening to me was tough, but they always told me I was tougher. I never saw them cry - this was just a bump in the road that we were going to get past. Hang in there - sometimes it takes a lot of rain before you get your rainbow.
Visiting from Beth's blog. I'm sorry that you're going to have so much traffic today for such a sad thing, but hopefully words from us strangers will help to lift you up in this dark time ... because you know that we've all thought of your darling little boy, shed a few tears, and said many prayers in the hopes that this next year will go swiftly and like someone said, be just a bump in the road.
Visiting via Beth's blog. Your boys are beautiful and so are your photos. Wishing you all the best in your endeavors to come and sending many healing and loving prayers your way for you and your little man.
Another visitor from Beth's blog. Another person crossing their fingers for your family. Another child-lover who thinks your boys are absolutely beautiful.
Oh Julie from a momma who is walking the same path a few steps behind I am sending love ang hugs to you and your little man. Hang in there girlie and you know where to find me if you should need to talk!
I am also from beth's blog... I am thinking of you and your little men! I am unsure if you are aware of Anissa Mayhew. She recently had a stroke, and is still recovery mode, however, her daughter Peyton had/has cancer. She would be a great resource for you. She has been there, she has done that. http://freeanissa.com/
That being said.... Your son is tougher than anyone thinks. Be there for your children, they need you, and you need them. I hope you feel the love! It is being sent your way!
Hope you and your little one are doing well today. And I'm keeping my fingers crossed this spring is a rebirth not only for the plants and trees in your photos, but for his body as well. Thinking of you!
I love the fun subjects and settings of your pictures but, I have to say, your photography is remarkable. Every picture is so lifelike that I feel like I'm there. Very impressive! You're in my thoughts and prayers.
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These are beautiful. I especially love the first one.
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That last shot is just precious!
ReplyDeleteThese pictures were a breath of fresh air- so so good to see :)
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed and still praying so very hard for you and your family, Julie.
not knowing the details - I'm sorry about the chemo. Your boys are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteCute pictures! The first one is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteYou CAN do it! Andrew will suprise and amaze you. He is a strong little boy, stronger than you know.
ReplyDeletejust look at those fluffy clouds in your skyline!! luckygirl
ReplyDeleteWhat great life filled pictures!
ReplyDeletejust came over from beth's blog....you are not alone.....many many prayers coming to you and your beautiful family from michigan.....
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with your family. You captured some very precious moments here.
ReplyDeleteLove your cuties pie!!! Those captures are precious!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a Fabulous Thursday!!!
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Amazing pictures - your boys are beautiful. I will say a prayer for you today. I am a childhood cancer survivor. It is a tough road, but you come out the other end a better, stonger, more compassionate person - I promise. One thing my parents did for me during my treatment (that I never realized at the time) - they never denied that what was happening to me was tough, but they always told me I was tougher. I never saw them cry - this was just a bump in the road that we were going to get past.
ReplyDeleteHang in there - sometimes it takes a lot of rain before you get your rainbow.
Absolutely beautiful. Many hugs to you today.
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Aw, hugs to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteLove the clarity of your shots- good job!
Visiting from Beth's blog. I'm sorry that you're going to have so much traffic today for such a sad thing, but hopefully words from us strangers will help to lift you up in this dark time ... because you know that we've all thought of your darling little boy, shed a few tears, and said many prayers in the hopes that this next year will go swiftly and like someone said, be just a bump in the road.
ReplyDeleteVisiting via Beth's blog. Your boys are beautiful and so are your photos. Wishing you all the best in your endeavors to come and sending many healing and loving prayers your way for you and your little man.
ReplyDeletei'm asking God to give you strength beyond yourself, and peace even in the middle of this. and for healing. miraculous and total healing.
ReplyDeletei just came accross your blog and am touched by your family. i am praying for your son!
ReplyDeletePraying for the peace that surpasses all understanding upon you, your son, and your entire family during this coming months.
ReplyDeleteYou family is gorgeous. You'll be in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable shots. We have several family members going through chemo as well so I will be praying for you.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, fun pictures.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your son. Sending you my love and healthy thoughts.
Love these, Julie. =)
ReplyDeletePerfect photos. Your boys are absolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your son. I'll be praying for you.
Came from Beth's blog... and want you to know that my heart and prayers are with all of you... hoping you feel the care and love out here...
ReplyDeleteWe'll all be praying for you!
ReplyDeleteSending healing hugs and prayers your way.
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous pictures and gorgeous boys.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful life.
praying for your boy (and you)
Another visitor from Beth's blog. Another person crossing their fingers for your family. Another child-lover who thinks your boys are absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou take beautiful pictures... Prayers for you and your little one.
ReplyDeleteOh Julie from a momma who is walking the same path a few steps behind I am sending love ang hugs to you and your little man. Hang in there girlie and you know where to find me if you should need to talk!
ReplyDeleteI am also from beth's blog... I am thinking of you and your little men! I am unsure if you are aware of Anissa Mayhew. She recently had a stroke, and is still recovery mode, however, her daughter Peyton had/has cancer. She would be a great resource for you. She has been there, she has done that.
ReplyDeletehttp://freeanissa.com/
That being said.... Your son is tougher than anyone thinks. Be there for your children, they need you, and you need them. I hope you feel the love! It is being sent your way!
These are beautiful captures Julie and I was very glad to hear from you on my blog. Thinking of you all daily!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW - those are GREAT! Just beautiful photos! Your blog is darling :D
ReplyDeleteHope you and your little one are doing well today. And I'm keeping my fingers crossed this spring is a rebirth not only for the plants and trees in your photos, but for his body as well. Thinking of you!
ReplyDeleteGreat photography! I myself am a photography fan! Good job!
ReplyDeleteThese are great!
ReplyDeleteI love the fun subjects and settings of your pictures but, I have to say, your photography is remarkable. Every picture is so lifelike that I feel like I'm there. Very impressive!
ReplyDeleteYou're in my thoughts and prayers.