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leapyrtwins

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Prayers needed
« on: September 26, 2008, 11:53:31 am »
I know this is totally off topic, but I just found out this morning that Kelly, a very good friend of my daughter had brain surgery for a "huge" tumor yesterday.  She's currently in a coma and her family is awaiting the results of her biopsy.  It is my understanding that her doctors weren't able to remove the entire tumor and she's pretty much touch & go  :'(  Kelly is only 12 1/2 years old.

I am just blown away by the sadness of this situation and I can't fathom what her family must be going through.  One evening Kelly was practicing at her Irish Dance class, the next she fainted and couldn't remember anything when she was revived.  She also lost her speech and had a difficult time staying awake. 

This is the second tragedy my daughter (and my son) and their classmates have had to endure.  Two years ago another little girl, who was also a very close friend of my daughter's, was killed in a car accident along with her grandmother.  Another classmate was seriously injured in the same accident.

I don't know God's plan for Kelly and her family, but I'd like to ask all of you to keep Kelly, her younger sister Tiffany, and her parents Ken & Mary in your hearts and prayers.

Many thanks,

Jan   



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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #1 on: September 26, 2008, 12:00:06 pm »
Jan,

Unfortunately, I do understand Kelly's plight as my sister was 13 with almost the same situation.... I send enormous healing huggles... extreme healing prayers for wellness.... and regardless of what God decides..... God is watching over her.

Please keep us updated... give your daughter a hug for me too.

I'm so sorry to hear this news.

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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #2 on: September 26, 2008, 12:10:26 pm »
Jan~
It just breaks my heart to her this - for her & her family and yours too.  I just can't think of much that would tear me up than having to watch one of my girls endure that, but also to see YOUR child upset about it.  You are all definitely in my prayers.

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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #3 on: September 26, 2008, 12:19:20 pm »
Jan
My prayers are with Kelly & her family. I do hope for a happy outcome....
Please keep us posted.


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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #4 on: September 26, 2008, 01:48:41 pm »
Jan:

Thanks for your concern and your prayer request.  I'm pleased to respond to it. 

I can empathize with the little girl's family and friends because my brother-in-law (my sister's husband) died from a brain tumor a few years ago.  He was in his early 50's.  Although he had treatment at the best facilities available (Johns Hopkins), he slowly lost his ability to talk, his ability to move and eventually, passed away, at home, under his wife's care, as he had wished.  She was devastated, of course, but she soldiers on.  Fortunately, my brother-in-law left my sister financially secure and able to continue the domestic and foreign travel they enjoyed for years.  However, his brain tumor and subsequent death were a shock to the family.   

I will definitely include your daughter's friend, Kelly, in my prayers.  I truly believe that God does have a plan for every life and I hope that this young girl is allowed to live a full and productive life but if not, I know she'll be in the hands of a just and merciful God.   



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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #5 on: September 26, 2008, 02:21:07 pm »
As a parent, I can only imagine what they are going through.  Kelly has my prayers.  Please keep us updated, Jan.
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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #6 on: September 26, 2008, 02:38:00 pm »
Jan,

Sending healing thoughts and prayers to Kelly, her little sister Tiffany, and their parents.

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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #7 on: September 26, 2008, 02:54:30 pm »
My prayers are with you and yours! Sincerly, Mickey
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« Reply #8 on: September 26, 2008, 05:48:07 pm »
Jan,
I will be praying for Kelly and her family.  It's so sad to hear what she is going thru.  I'm also keeping your daughter in my prayers.
She has experienced alot of tragedy in her life, with what her friends have gone thru. 
I hope Kelly pulls thru this, for the sake of her family, and your daughter.
Please keep us informed.
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« Reply #9 on: September 26, 2008, 07:29:44 pm »
My prayers are with Kelly and her family and friends.  Most of us would walk on coals to avoid having anything happen to a child!

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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #10 on: September 26, 2008, 08:06:29 pm »
Oh, Jan, how truly unimaginable - makes me realize (again) that I really don't have any problems to complain about. 

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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #11 on: September 26, 2008, 08:17:42 pm »
Dear Jan,

Allow me to add my prayers and good wishes for Kelly and her family and your daughter, too.  Sounds like it was a very sudden awareness that she had a tumor. 

I always am sympathetic especially when I hear cases like this because of my brother.  He died of a brain tumor at the age of 55.  Went to the dr on July 7 and died on Aug 7.   He has 10 adult children and tons of grandkids to miss him, as well as all his wife and siblings.

May she receive the strength and courage to face whatever the future will hold. 

My prayers,
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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #12 on: September 27, 2008, 07:35:01 am »
I often think that we ANers are a LUCKY lot, really.  Kids have a way of rebounding from things that would do in an adult (several come to mind), so maybe her age will be an asset.  Will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers...

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« Reply #13 on: September 27, 2008, 11:19:32 am »
Hi Jan,
Thoughts and prayers coming your way for Kelly and family.  Please keep us updated.
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Re: Prayers needed
« Reply #14 on: September 29, 2008, 11:14:35 am »
Hi Jan

My thoughts and prayers go aout for Kelly and her family. Please keep us posted on her condition.

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