Prayers...

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.



Wednesday, June 16, 2010

You Capture: Water

I thank God for this most amazing day,

for the leaping greenly spirits of trees

& for the blue dreams of sky



& for everything which is natural,




which is infinite,

which is yes."
 
 
— e.e. cummings
 
We had an amazing day in the water.
Hope you did too.
 
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23 comments:

  1. Just popped on over to your blog for the first time!!
    I LOVE the pictures... and I love the perfection that was your day :)
    Looking forward to reading more!!

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  2. That's an awesome-looking day... and beautiful thought for the day. It's always wonderful to find a "yes" moment, much less a "yes" day. =)

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  3. The first photo is spectacular! Perfect poem to accompany the photo essay as well. Just beautiful.

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  4. Love, love, love your pics! Especially the first one... you are such a talent with the camera! Glad it was a good day...

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  5. Your last shot is amazing. Love it! Oh and the E.E Cummings quotes was simply perfect for your pictures. Great take on water!

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  6. Beautiful word, beautiful pics and a beautiful day. Thanks for sharing!

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  7. lovely pictures - looks like it was a wonderful day by the pool. Especially love your first shot.

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  8. Now I feel the need to go jump in a pool....and I don't even like swimming all that much :)

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  9. LOVE these pictures..how refreshing!

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  10. Beautiful pictures and I love the poem that you used. I'll have to go break out the e.e. cummings.

    My favorite shot is of the water reflecting on his face.

    Have a wonderful day!

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  11. That water splash is so fun and the reflection on the little man is great!

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  12. Love the first and third shots! :)

    Lovely poem, too.

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  13. Ooh great shots! I love all the bright vivid colors, though the B&W is lovely too.

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  14. I honestly don't know which shot is my fav, they are all so gorgeous.

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  15. I love these photos, Julie -- and especially love that you were having so much fun together!

    The reflection photo is so amazing!

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  16. Wow...stunning shots! And what wonderful memories you're making with your family! Love the poem, too.

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  17. Beautiful. . . :)

    If there is magic on the planet, it is contained in the water.
    - L. Eisley

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  18. WOW - I love all your pics!!!! But that close-up of your little guy's lashes is just priceless.

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  19. These are all perfect photos for the poem.

    I am praying for your brave little man!

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  20. the reflection in his eyes with the water shimmering?... magnificent!

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  21. Hi. I just found your inspiring blog. The pictures and prose are heartwarming. I will be following and will post the button for Andrew. Will keep him and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
    xoRobyn

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  22. I was just checking in on Andrew, and I see I missed your water post last week. WOW! Those shots are amazing!! Really fantastic...and very cool! I had to check that first one out a couple of times. :-) Prayers still coming your way. ♥

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