tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post1959050095698058954..comments2024-02-27T02:17:05.525-06:00Comments on Jamesie beats the tumor: Day Twenty TwoUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-34270407380027270392011-07-16T11:54:41.804-05:002011-07-16T11:54:41.804-05:00Your story has touched my heart on so many differe...Your story has touched my heart on so many different levels. Please know I've constantly had you all in my prayers.Laura Carterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03320070095582809917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-70706456839209918082011-07-16T11:37:25.370-05:002011-07-16T11:37:25.370-05:00My thoughts are with you all. I have no words that...My thoughts are with you all. I have no words that could possibly alleviate anything that you're feeling. James is in my heart and I know I will carry him there. Peace, Love, Light to you allCathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03149537316277794161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-83768225518433601002011-07-15T21:47:13.357-05:002011-07-15T21:47:13.357-05:00I just wanted to let you all know that you will be...I just wanted to let you all know that you will be in the center of my prayers!!! I love your son after reading some of your blog and watching your photo shoot! He is an amazingly strong and beautiful little boy! We have adopted three little girls and I am carrying a son that was actually due today but he's decided to be late... I cried uncontrollably and my heart just aches for all of you as I realized how precious life really is (and I thought I knew before hand). <br /><br />Just remember, NEVER give up hope... miracles happen each and every day, although I totally understand and agree with you that the miracle may be that your son is God's sweet angel and he needs him with him... God's plan will be a perfect one and I just pray that little James is cradled in the arms of the Lord and that you both find the peace you're looking for! I realize you have plenty of friends and support but please know that if you ever need anything, you can find me on Facebook!<br /><br />Your son is a beautiful little angel and I want you to know that if I've ever taken my children for granted that from this day forward I will not!!!! Thank you for sharing your amazing story of love!! Love Always in Christ, Tabatha!Tabbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14529339112318657123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-39884856329194945352011-07-15T21:23:34.767-05:002011-07-15T21:23:34.767-05:00I just came across your blog through another blogg...I just came across your blog through another bloggers and I'm so sorry for what you and your family are having to endure. I pray that you and your wife and especially James will be at peace and feel the comfort of God's love around you.Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14428264346128137328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-5379870384319361322011-07-15T21:22:45.037-05:002011-07-15T21:22:45.037-05:00I heard your story through a post on facebook and ...I heard your story through a post on facebook and am grateful because if it hadn't shown up, I would never have met Sweet Baby James. I printed pics (wasn't sure I could, but glad I could) of him to show my parents (they don't do computers). I wept as I showed his pictures and told of his story as I am now. I don't think I have EVER seen a more beautiful little boy.<br /><br />Sometimes life just isn't fair and I cannot imagine what you are going through. Tears stream down my face as I write this and I can only IMAGINE the hurt you feel as I don't even know you or James.<br /><br />All I know, is God is good and that heaven is going to be a much brighter place when Jamesie shows up. Much love and prayers to you all. ♥tonihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16144762732001748582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-21818032793731519592011-07-15T21:09:09.747-05:002011-07-15T21:09:09.747-05:00I have read your story from beginning, and I won&#...I have read your story from beginning, and I won't say end because I believe James' story will continue long after we are even gone. I am in awe of your love for you precious angel. He is truly special and has forever impacted the world we live in. May he rest in peace at home surrounded by the two people that love him the most.Mrs. Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08400154927719768544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-90894706681676328422011-07-15T20:53:34.861-05:002011-07-15T20:53:34.861-05:00Thank you both for sharing your testimony of love ...Thank you both for sharing your testimony of love - it is truly beautiful. As a parent, I know right now you would trade having more time with your son for touching lives, even if you touched every life in the world....but I wanted to let you know you've touched my heart deeply. I pray you feel Jesus' loving arms around you right now and in the days to come. Your precious James is so blessed to have you as parents.Karihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04081772951175204394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-6569006965884748962011-07-15T20:32:01.937-05:002011-07-15T20:32:01.937-05:00My heart hurts so much for you but at the same tim...My heart hurts so much for you but at the same time you two have been blessed with this wonderful little boy. Hang in there. Many prayers are being said for your family. I happened upon your story over Twitter. I haven't stopped thinking about James. Unfortunately, I knew a little girl named Lucy who had the same ATRT tumor as James. She was diagnosed June 6th, 2010 and had it removed on June 8th, 2010 (her 1st birthday). She earned her wings last November. Stay strong! Here is Lucy's caringbridge site... http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/lucyweberEllehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11694287429236028358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-46212964751264565512011-07-15T18:59:37.574-05:002011-07-15T18:59:37.574-05:00Just want you guys to know that I also have been c...Just want you guys to know that I also have been continuously praying for you all. I am still praying for a miracle but peace as well. Thank you again for sharing part of your life with the world. Like Andrea says above me, my life is forever changed by reading about yours.Marissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00874664591789850827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-72028571096660676222011-07-15T18:39:42.771-05:002011-07-15T18:39:42.771-05:00I will echo that your beautiful,brave baby and you...I will echo that your beautiful,brave baby and your willingness to share his story has impacted my life forever. I will never parent the same way. I will never take my time with my boys (ages 6 and almost 1) for granted again. I learned of your family through my SLP grad school friend, Shelly Anderson Terry right after James was diagnosed with the brain tumor about 3 weeks ago. In that space of time, I think I have prayed more than I have in the last 3 years. As a result, I feel closer to God. <br /> I am so grateful that you feel at peace with your decision as I know it must have been excruciating to make. It is unfair for anyone to ask you to feel completely at peace with the prognosis that was given. You have every right to grieve and be angry at times. You are human. You are both amazing parents to James. Thanks for the update on the sweet boy we have all grown to love so much. Continued prayers for you all.AndreaShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08088160206807497551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-54586842822210547952011-07-15T18:32:25.586-05:002011-07-15T18:32:25.586-05:00I'm a mere stranger however I read about your ...I'm a mere stranger however I read about your sweet baby every day and pray for y'all even more frequently! My heart will be forever touched by y'alls story as it reminds me that every day with my babies is so precious!Harthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05870123594739023232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-55118482917687033302011-07-15T18:27:10.391-05:002011-07-15T18:27:10.391-05:00Praying for comfort and peace during this difficul...Praying for comfort and peace during this difficult time. James is truly an Angel sent from God. I admire your strength and courage. Thank you for sharing this journey with us.Alysonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03987012604796204527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-24786351691955523662011-07-15T16:58:00.541-05:002011-07-15T16:58:00.541-05:00A friend of mine in a roundabout way, Amanda Skelt...A friend of mine in a roundabout way, Amanda Skelte, posted your blog today. I read the latest entry and then had to go back and read it all, day by day. And then I closed my eyes, here on my screened in porch in Tennessee, and prayed. I prayed for peace for all of you, for you to feel God's arms around you. For Him to give you strength. I prayed for James and for the blessing he has been to you. And then my little boy came out here and I held him and cried. From one mother to another, you are loved and on my heart.Sibylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07795369079975203124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-4357506456774323772011-07-15T16:20:44.136-05:002011-07-15T16:20:44.136-05:00Kara, Matthew and sweet James,
I just read your b...Kara, Matthew and sweet James,<br /><br />I just read your blog from beginning to end, and I am now in tears for you all. We do not know each other, but we know some of the same people. My husband and I went to Baylor. I found your blog from a friend's facebook page. I recognized James' newborn photo immediately from the website of the photographer we used as well. Who could miss all that hair and his beautiful face. I have been clutching my 2 month old son and daughter all day as I read. I can not even begin to fathom what you are going through or how you make it through the days. Your strength is amazing and your sorrow is great. I can only hope that you all have peace today and hopefully tomorrow as well. I will be praying for James every chance I get. When we say our prayers at night, we will pray for James. You will never be far from our thoughts. Thank you for sharing your story with me. He has touched so many. May God send His angels to comfort you and your son, and may He grant peace and comfort to your home in the days to come. Love to you all. Julia, AJ and CarolineAdam and Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02781516940401009042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-52509493409411579852011-07-15T15:52:34.251-05:002011-07-15T15:52:34.251-05:00After reading your journey with James, I wanted to...After reading your journey with James, I wanted to let you know that you are all in my prayers. I can't begin to imagine what you are going through, but I admire your strength in such a difficult time. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I can feel your love for James through your words. As lucky as your are to have him, he is just as lucky to have you both!! Praying for James' comfort as the days progress.Alisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03858149555207881806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-15274327766967106092011-07-15T15:39:39.004-05:002011-07-15T15:39:39.004-05:00I am praying for you and your family. Your story t...I am praying for you and your family. Your story touches my heart so much. I am so glad that Jesus has given you peace about your decision and that you have the comfort of knowing that James will soon rest in His arms, free from any pain or discomfort. I am praying HIS strength over your family. "So do not fear, for I am with you, do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06432098356590473197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-73796057772795224002011-07-15T15:38:33.887-05:002011-07-15T15:38:33.887-05:00Praying for youPraying for youAlexandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06301103686384902486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-33142980918076412992011-07-15T15:30:42.765-05:002011-07-15T15:30:42.765-05:00I came here earlier today and just had to come bac...I came here earlier today and just had to come back to tell you that YES, you are COURAGEOUS! To stand tall and proclaim God when you just want to curl up and pretend it's all a dream. To wake up and face another day and focus on loving your son well. You are brave, and you are courageous, and your son's life and story carry weight in this world. His story has certainly resonated in my heart, and I know I'm not alone. Praying for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-3213792215000312742011-07-15T15:11:56.753-05:002011-07-15T15:11:56.753-05:00I am in awe of you and of your sweet baby. James ...I am in awe of you and of your sweet baby. James is so blessed to have such wonderful parents who show such love. We continue to pray for you and hope you find comfort as you cherish James. God bless all of you.Whitneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239338233217967711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-40069721317037299362011-07-15T15:03:47.378-05:002011-07-15T15:03:47.378-05:00I'm continuing to pray for James and his entir...I'm continuing to pray for James and his entire family.The Richardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17352398075166907268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-22836322226512511522011-07-15T13:43:14.233-05:002011-07-15T13:43:14.233-05:00Praying for your and your family, and your preciou...Praying for your and your family, and your precious son James. May HE give you comfort, rest and peace.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12028561888607853837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-21631419722529431482011-07-15T13:08:25.864-05:002011-07-15T13:08:25.864-05:00I don't think I've stopped thinking about ...I don't think I've stopped thinking about your family for more than a few minutes since I first read this blog three days ago. Your love for James is such an inspiration. <br /><br />A few weeks ago our pastor spoke on why God allows sorrow in our lives. He said it was for one of two reasons. First, for the non-believer or the person weak in faith, the sorrow makes us vulnerable and available to accept God and His wonderful love. And second, for those that know Christ, the sorrow provides an opportunity to witness to others how awesome God's love is, even in the worst of times. The pastor went on to say that he believes God often saves the greatest sorrow for the strongest people of faith because He trusts and loves those people the most. God trusts these special people to reflect His glory when the rest of us would succumb to anger and self pity. As I come to know your unbelievable commitment to God during the greatest of sorrow, I believe you and James are three of those people, most trusted and loved by God, meant to be a light to the rest of us. <br /><br />In your post above, you said that you were not courageous because courage requires a choice. As a parent, I completely understand what you say next, that you did not have a choice. Loving our children and doing everything we can to make every moment the best possible is not a choice. It's being a parent. But I still think you are courageous because you have made a choice to remain faithful to God. You have choosen to surround James with God's love. You have choosen to focus on God's blessings. This is not something most of us could do. It is courageous.<br /><br />We are all changed for having heard your story. We are changed by seeing God's wonderful light in James's eyes. We are changed by witnessing your perfect love of your perfect little boy. You are courageous. And you are faithful. <br /><br />I am so sorry for your sorrow. I have wept for you, I am weeping for you now. But I know God has a perfect plan. And I rejoice in the thought that James will soon be cuddled in the arms of our Lord. He will keep James warm. He will make James laugh. James will always feel safe and loved. <br /><br />James is the light. You are the light. I will continue to pray for you. God bless you and James.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-52452174649425562152011-07-15T12:39:30.441-05:002011-07-15T12:39:30.441-05:00We are all praying for your sweet son.We are all praying for your sweet son.Cooking Up Faithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17758953626323692464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-63490280279582772992011-07-15T12:39:11.912-05:002011-07-15T12:39:11.912-05:00Matthew and Kara, I just saw your blog posted on a...Matthew and Kara, I just saw your blog posted on a fellow classmate's facebook page today and have been reading James' story. Words cannot express how sorry I am that you are going through this. And, despite what you say, you are extremely courageous and your faith is overwhelming. I will be praying for you both and, of course, for beautiful James. You are both such amazing parents and are wonderful role models for James as I am sure he is for you. He knows you are there and are making his days happy. I hope you can find peace in this time and I know you have a lot of people praying for you.Lauren Thornehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04303152640490381911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-84302850381953349412011-07-15T12:32:47.243-05:002011-07-15T12:32:47.243-05:00I am praying for your precious little boy and your...I am praying for your precious little boy and your family! You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers!Katyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00423522532292883105noreply@blogger.com