tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post263331332595811669..comments2024-02-27T02:17:05.525-06:00Comments on Jamesie beats the tumor: GriefUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-86350584053679304122011-07-20T17:41:41.558-05:002011-07-20T17:41:41.558-05:00I volunteer at a shelter for abused and neglected ...I volunteer at a shelter for abused and neglected kids. I went and picked up one of the babies and rocked them and held them and sang to them and read them a book in honor of James today.Nothing left Toulousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02331474011592201722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-86117660164569621982011-07-20T11:04:31.364-05:002011-07-20T11:04:31.364-05:00I am praying for both of you...I am praying for both of you...absees123shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08833292102483810759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-88374051131663624762011-07-20T09:05:19.586-05:002011-07-20T09:05:19.586-05:00my teammates in texas 4000 shared this with me (i ...my teammates in texas 4000 shared this with me (i am riding in 2012).<br /><br />no words can speak. rest in peace. we all ride for james camden sikes.jeff z.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05356246537535665563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-76339852561188396202011-07-19T21:28:04.052-05:002011-07-19T21:28:04.052-05:00Life is brutal in its blows, more so to some than ...Life is brutal in its blows, more so to some than others, and the loss of your beloved James is that, brutal. It's very, very hard to continue to run with endurance the race that is set before us, but we must do it anyway, even if we are able to run the race only moment by moment, stopping along the way to catch the breath that shock and grief stole.<br /><br />Continued love and prayers to the Sikes family. I hold you in my heart and join so many others in praying throughout each day for you.<br /><br />You will be in my thoughts all day tomorrow. I will be praying that God brings his power, strength, and comfort to each of you.<br /><br />Know that James is remembered and that his loss is deeply felt and mourned even by those of us who did not know him.Galenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14132369804080588683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-75503466649751866222011-07-19T21:23:06.428-05:002011-07-19T21:23:06.428-05:00Kara- Like many people, I know you through a frien...Kara- Like many people, I know you through a friend of a friend. Through your blog I have followed you and Matthew through this heart breaking journey. You both are such an inspiration to love and faith. I have cried many, many times for you both and your families, but what a blessing to be able to share your story and faith to so many. The world is a better place for knowing James. And inspired by the love you gave to him. Thank you for sharing. My God be with you during this time and show you the way.Lindsey E.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05477531583042203254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-40051588433900862302011-07-19T19:30:09.950-05:002011-07-19T19:30:09.950-05:00Continuing to pray for you...Continuing to pray for you...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12028561888607853837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-5811301343603223532011-07-19T19:08:17.463-05:002011-07-19T19:08:17.463-05:00i continue to pray for you every dayi continue to pray for you every dayAshley Washingtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17872898644393771572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-44151823376213648272011-07-19T16:30:38.023-05:002011-07-19T16:30:38.023-05:00My heart is still breaking for you both and your f...My heart is still breaking for you both and your families, and I am praying for often for all of you. James was and is a perfect boy, and you are so blessed to call him your son. Grieve in whatever way you can and whatever way you wish.Emily Joynerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06784283949460847517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-64852485215912654392011-07-19T16:08:39.998-05:002011-07-19T16:08:39.998-05:00Dear Sikes Family,
I was lead to your blog by a fr...Dear Sikes Family,<br />I was lead to your blog by a friend whose little boy is also battling ATRT, she asked for prayers for James. My heart has been aching for you both since learning of James' passing on Saturday. I have cried many times reading this blog as I cannot imagine what you are going through (I am a mom of 2 little girls). Just know that many people are lifting you up in prayer to our Lord every day. We will never meet (unless perhaps randomly at a Baylor event - I am a 98 grad), but I am so honored to be able to pray for you all and so grateful that you chose to share James with the world. We are all better for learning about him. We will all live each day with more purpose, hold our kids a little closer and walk closer in faith with God because of James. I pray God's blessings on you and your families in the weeks and months ahead, that you will find comfort in our Savior's love and peace knowing that James is safely with Him (Luke 23:43, Philippians 3:20-21, 1 Thess. 4:13-18).Daily Commuterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07464996286104790533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-70413792815051487102011-07-19T14:50:06.085-05:002011-07-19T14:50:06.085-05:00I continue to be so moved by your honesty. As a mo...I continue to be so moved by your honesty. As a mother, I know I would share those same feelings. I would want my child back too. No one can know what you're going through and the heartache you're experiencing. Please know that my husband and I continue to read your blog every day. We think of you, Matthew and James often (I feel like you're constantly on my mind because as I mentioned in a previous comment, I have a son James' age). We pray for you EVERY night. Thank you for continuing to write. I find writing very therapeutic, and you're helping so many other people in the process. You are carrying on James' legacy. Sending love and prayers from three total strangers in Atlanta.Anne Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07328817180583416480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-57172837670212859162011-07-19T14:32:11.870-05:002011-07-19T14:32:11.870-05:00I do not know you, but I got your link from an old...I do not know you, but I got your link from an old friend. My heart breaks for you and your family, and I know that no words will comfort you. But please know that I am praying for you and ask that God will cover your heart with protection and peace. ~KatieKatiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12648733131580514708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-59954909012313619462011-07-19T13:58:02.066-05:002011-07-19T13:58:02.066-05:00Kara,
Although I do not know you, my heart aches ...Kara, <br />Although I do not know you, my heart aches for you and your family! I can't possibly imagine the pain you must be experiencing but wanted you to know that you and Matthew are always on my mind and forever in my prayers!! Thank you for sharing James with us as he's touched my heart in a powerful way!!! -Sarah Maymaycham01https://www.blogger.com/profile/15960374263527946939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-74356587722331587192011-07-19T13:41:59.356-05:002011-07-19T13:41:59.356-05:00Hi Kara and Matt,
I have been following your stor...Hi Kara and Matt,<br /><br />I have been following your story since someone posted asking for prayers for you. I am so sorry for your loss. I can understand why you would be angry...you lost your precious little boy. That smile of his makes me smile. Please let us know what charity we can contribute to, I'd love it if our money could go towards more research in memory of him.<br /><br />Know that we're sending lots of thoughts and love to you (even though we're strangers). My heart breaks for you and your family and I wish there was something I could say to make things even an iota better. Thank you for sharing your little guy with us.Fishwifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00662024777320588368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-38210691056864343142011-07-19T13:39:41.539-05:002011-07-19T13:39:41.539-05:00Kara and Matthew,
As I read over the comments, I a...Kara and Matthew,<br />As I read over the comments, I am most touched by all the lives you and your family have touched. Kara, your father's note brought me to tears, knowing that today is my daughter's 30th birthday and while I am so thankful for her life today and every day, I am so very sorry for the loss that has come to your precious families. I cannot imagine your grief, but I am profoundly sure that the Lord hears each word, catches each tear and will continue to bear your hurts and sorrows until HE returns to take his children HOME! <br />We will be thinking of you all tomorrow and the days and weeks ahead and lifting you up. <br />Love in Christ,<br />RebeccaRebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03708418464301297950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-11265410737202034432011-07-19T12:55:43.841-05:002011-07-19T12:55:43.841-05:00I am so so sad that you are going through this. I...I am so so sad that you are going through this. I am a mother of three children on earth and six in heaven (five lost to miscarriage). My first born son was killed by a car aged three. He wouldbe/is twenty-one now. <br /><br />Please do not compare your grief to anyone else's. I never got to see my little ones lost in the womb but I grieve for them, so much promise. I had Andrew for three years; I heard his voice, watched him grow, in fact I think I know what kind of man he would have become. I grieve every day for his loss - no less today than the day he died. <br /><br />Remember that James lived his alloted time, he was born, lived, died. His life was not cut short. At Andrew's funeral my uncle read a very short verse (I can't remember from what or who) that said simply "We do not judge a book by the length of its pages, rather by the contents thereof". It sounds like James' life was full of love and laughter. The contents of his book were wonderful.<br /><br />Finally search out on the internet a song called Precious Child by Karen Taylor-Good. The words will say everything you are feeling and give you comfort.<br /><br />Caroline (from the U.K)xxxCarolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11112694033438362909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-45280083688689174362011-07-19T12:40:31.566-05:002011-07-19T12:40:31.566-05:00Kara and Matt,
I went to JHS and had Calculus with...Kara and Matt,<br />I went to JHS and had Calculus with Kara. I found your blog from a link posted on Facebook. I have read every entry and cried and prayed for your family. I have a 5 month old son and now treasure him even more because of your blog. So sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort. A song that you may already know- "Blessings" by Laura Story- is one that has brought me comfort ever since I have heard it. Still praying for your family.Abygalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10234621118998790863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-50732950816711519152011-07-19T12:31:33.909-05:002011-07-19T12:31:33.909-05:00I am truly at a loss of words and sorry just doesn...I am truly at a loss of words and sorry just doesn't cut how sad I am for your family and for the loss of your sweet, handsome, smiley James. I watched the video of James and it broke my heart that God took him from you. While there are mothers that never got to hold their child, or might have only had 2 months, you have every right to be angry/complain; the fact remains that no matter how many months, years - we will never fully understand why God needed them so soon. Your precious Angel and family will be in my prayers.The Jackovin Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03909874546161378070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-4181990976201166382011-07-19T12:25:37.617-05:002011-07-19T12:25:37.617-05:00I continue to keep you in my prayers and read your...I continue to keep you in my prayers and read your blog each day. I just wanted to reach out and give you :hugs:. I think of you, your husband, and James often....although we've never met. Thank you for sharing James with us.Dani S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13583008838716365815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-59523786450146503702011-07-19T12:00:36.591-05:002011-07-19T12:00:36.591-05:00I am so sorry for your loss and am keeping you bot...I am so sorry for your loss and am keeping you both in my prayers. I live just up the hill from Camden, the part of London you liked and made part of Jamesie's name. <br /><br />That quote is beautiful.<br /><br />CxxClairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15681193035888306703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-88468454746904450462011-07-19T11:33:03.237-05:002011-07-19T11:33:03.237-05:00Thank you for sharing your angel son through your ...Thank you for sharing your angel son through your blog. You both express so clearly the love a parent has for their child. James Camden was as blessed to have you and your husband for parents as you were to have him for your son. You are an amazing family. I feel that reading about your Jamesie this past week has helped me to be a better mother. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss; mere words cannot dull the pain in your soul. I pray for you and your husband in your terrible shared grief. May you continue to turn toward each other and God.Elizabeth P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/06976107774996232431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-77453097991073774912011-07-19T11:10:56.861-05:002011-07-19T11:10:56.861-05:00So many prayers and thoughts of love are coming yo...So many prayers and thoughts of love are coming your way. May you have strength and peace within you.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07915254352452492849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-78967801178521267062011-07-19T10:59:48.141-05:002011-07-19T10:59:48.141-05:00Total stranger who's been following for some t...Total stranger who's been following for some time and from what I have read you both are such strong amazing parents that James could've had. Kara you are a wonderful woman and I hope you continue to find strength during these hard times, you have a wonderful husband that is amazing. I continue to pray for James and your family. I love seeing his pictures with that big ol smile and all that hair!! He's such a beautiful sweet angel. I hope and wish for nothing but the best. I wish you comfort in these tough times. ::hugs::Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-14114131600170160162011-07-19T10:57:13.051-05:002011-07-19T10:57:13.051-05:00I am sending prayers your way. You will never kno...I am sending prayers your way. You will never know why this had to happen to beautiful James,but just know that you are witnessing to those that read it. I am sure there are many being led to God through this blog. What a blessing it is. <br /><br />Have you considered taking the hand mold kit to James and doing that now? I did something similar with my mother (she also had a brain tumor) and I am so thankful I did. It is just a thought and you need to make the right decision for you. <br /><br />Know that you are in our prayers in NC.<br /><br />LisaBarretthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16882081453719974280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-43082916664291072482011-07-19T10:36:10.152-05:002011-07-19T10:36:10.152-05:00I have written and erased half a dozen comments in...I have written and erased half a dozen comments in the last few days. Really, what do you say to a family that has lost a child? There aren't any good words! It just plain stinks. I cannot even begin to imagine how you are feeling. Our family is lifting your family up in prayer, hoping that with each passing day the pain is lessened. Thank you for sharing your beautiful son with the world.Gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10814144282352173562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9155082621754325562.post-65973743278379851072011-07-19T09:07:51.331-05:002011-07-19T09:07:51.331-05:00I am a new follower and just wanted to let you kno...I am a new follower and just wanted to let you know that I am praying for y'all! I have a 9 month old son who is my whole world. I am definitely hugging him tighter and cherishing every moment I get with him on this earth.Juleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10289621156316473235noreply@blogger.com