tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58349210051729030992024-02-18T17:32:53.679-08:00Coltrane the CourageousColtrane was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma in May of 2014. After multiple scans, they discovered a tumor in his abdominal area, by his kidney. He has a tumor that is visible on the outside of his skull. He may also have tumors in other areas, possibly by his mandible and humerus bone. Coltrane's treatment plan will include several cycles of chemo, possible surgery to remove the abdominal tumor, stem cell harvesting and transplant, and radiation. asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-5201991418090556142015-12-24T11:04:00.003-08:002015-12-24T11:04:53.741-08:00Merry ChristmasI just wanted to take a few minutes to say thank you to everyone who supported our last project of love. The giving tree for the Smith family was a great success. The main focus was to give items the family could do together and get out of the house and WOW did we do that! Below I have listed some of the items the family received. I know it wasn't everything because many people mailed them items from across the country. I just again want to say from the bottom of my heart thank you for your generosity and kindness over these past months. Sonja shared with me that not one time did they have to worry about finances or how they would make a house payment and they were able to focus on their son. To me that was the main goal, and God provided for them through you! What amazing love you have shown. Coltrane has touched so many lives and I know his story will continue to touch people's lives. Thank you for giving and being apart of it. I love what the pastor said at the funeral, and I am encouraging you to do this. Pick a date next year and put it on your calendar to call, send a letter, or visit the Smith family. Again thank you for being apart of this chapter in the Smith's families lives. I know they can never say it enough but thank you again and again. I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas!<div>
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asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-72234455931895272762015-12-17T15:46:00.002-08:002015-12-17T15:46:36.639-08:00One more day<span style="font-size: large;">Just want to remind everyone that tomorrow is your last day to bring your items and apples to Granny's Simple Blessings in Gravette and Creative Corner in Siloam Springs. We will be delivering the items to the Smith family next week. Thank you to everyone for your wonderful generosity and support for the Smith family. </span>asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-72019305231770514152015-12-12T14:28:00.000-08:002015-12-12T14:28:28.856-08:00Celebration of Coltrane's Life<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">"</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 19.32px;">If you have a free one hour of time, please watch Coltrane's celebration of life service. It meant the world to us to have so many friends and family attend his service. It feels like we poured our hearts and souls into planning it and want others to share it with. I was so proud of how it turned out and felt like it was a perfect celebration of Coltrane."</span><br />
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asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-62062573486046513562015-12-11T15:17:00.001-08:002015-12-11T15:22:14.060-08:00Giving Tree<span style="font-size: large;">I just want to remind everyone that we have one week left for the giving tree. We have 2 trees. One is located at Granny's simple blessings in Gravette and the other one is located at Creative Corner on Broadway in Siloam Springs. The tree is just one more way to help us love and support the Smith family during this Holiday season. Please make sure to bring you gift back by Friday, December 18th. We will be collecting all the items and creating a wonderful Christmas care package for the Smith family. Thank you again for all your generosity and kindness.</span><br />
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<br />asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-10164755606516022982015-12-02T17:21:00.000-08:002015-12-02T18:08:55.148-08:00The Smith Giving Tree<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 19.32px;">We are excited to tell you about one last project of love for the Smith family! As of today, the Smith Giving Trees are available at Creative Corner on Broadway in Siloam Springs and Granny's Simple Blessings in Gravette. On these trees, inspired by Shel Silverstein's book The Giving Tree, are apples with ideas for ways to show love to the Smith family during the Christmas season. If you would like to participate, simply go to one of these generous businesses and pick an apple from the tree, make your purchase or contribution, and take your apple and gift back to the business. The final day of contributions will be Friday, December 18. Please feel free to address any questions to hogwildamber@gmail.com.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 19.32px;"><br /></span>asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-25830432333685500772015-11-30T14:44:00.002-08:002015-11-30T14:44:53.877-08:00We feel nothing, but we feel everything<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Dear friends and family,</span><br />
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I can't begin to describe what we are feeling. I feel nothing. But I feel everything. We feel we live in the deepest of the deep. Blackness, darkness, pit, despair, worn, sufferance. Our life is lack. Lack: <span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif-light, sans-serif; line-height: 15.6px;">the state of being without or not having enough of something. This is a little taste of what it's like. He's gone. He's dead. But his sweet knowledgeable spirit is with the one who made him. We feel dead right now. We still can't fathom what this means...the finality of it. We wake everyday not wanting to. During our day, we pour our hearts out through tears, laughter, the deepest sorrow, and spending time with Jackson and playing. We are surrounded by the Church and our family and friends. We are so thankful. What a thanksgiving! We are thankful for God giving us Coltrane, even if it wasn't right, not to say that God bringing him home was wrong. He didn't go "before his time". He went home at the right time. For there is a time to be born and a time to die. This is reality. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif-light, sans-serif; line-height: 15.6px;">The funeral service will be at the same location, on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_416363776" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Wednesday December 2nd</span></span>. This will be a time of celebration and worship to our Lord. During this time the casket will be closed. Immediately after, there will be a grave side service at Oak Hill Cemetery in Siloam Springs. Then, a lunch back at the church afterwards. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif-light, sans-serif; line-height: 15.6px;">So many thoughts come up as we grieve. We are angry. We are happy that Coltrane is not in pain anymore. "No more pokes, Coltrane!" I find artwork in God's design in this. That Sonja brought Coltrane into this world, and I was holding his hand sweetly, as he breathed his last. I don't think it was coincidence that Coltrane's ministry was as long as Jesus' was, three years. I doubt I will be able to do what Coltrane did in three years, in my whole life time. He made such an impact on so many, through the power of the Holy Spirit. It's interesting to think about Coltrane and what his eyes held. So much he knew we think. He was always quick, as his brother. He would answer you less than a second when you asked him a question. His vocabulary was astounding for such a young man. Wouldn't it be cool if Coltrane was a modern day prophet? Maybe God gifted him with knowledge that surpassed our understanding, being adults. That sounds nice. </span></div>
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asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-46418464098989226472015-11-29T16:08:00.000-08:002015-11-29T16:08:08.036-08:00Celebrate Coltrane's Miraculous Life<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 16.08px;">Please join us as we celebrate Coltrane's miraculous life on Wednesday, December 2 at 10 </span><br />
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So many of us have been touched by the story of Coltrane, honesty of the Smith family, and their faith during these past 18 months. I have been humbled over and over again by the amount of support you have given to this family. When I think of God's love I think of all the generosity that has been shown over these past months. When somebody says how do we show God's love? I will point to these 18 months and say this is what it is. Thank you to everyone who gave, prayed and supported this family. Because of your donations, the family was able to spend every moment with Coltrane, helped pay doctor bills, regular bills, put gas in their car, and food on their table. Because of your love and support you have brought peace, joy, and love to the Smiths. Thank you for all you have done every step of the way. We are going to have one more project of Love. Starting on December 4th we will have a giving tree up at Creative Corner in Siloam Springs and Granny's Simple Blessings in Gravette. On the tree are different donations and gift ideas that you can give to the Smith family during the Holiday Season. All you have to do is visit the store, pick an apple with the gift you would like to give the Smith family, and return it to Creative Corner or Granny's Simple Blessings by December 18th. We will give all the wonderful gifts of love and support to the Smith family to enjoy during the Holidays. Thank you again for all your amazing support and generosity.<br />
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Amber Sisemore<br />
<span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; color: #666666; display: inline; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 16.08px;"><br /></span>asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-29898230086058713302015-11-22T06:47:00.002-08:002015-11-22T06:47:30.829-08:00Prayers Needed<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Hello friends and family,</span><br />
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First, a letter to Depression from Hope.</div>
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Dear Depression,</div>
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I am hope. We've met before, many times in fact. Even if for brief moments, for when we meet, you leave. I am your friend. I wanted you to know my love for you dear Depression. I know you are in perilous spiritual warfare. I understand, but not completely. For you are bound by the Fall. If only I could help you, I would my friend. You are loved by me and all I represent. I hope, for that is my name after all, that you will be free. Someday you will. I know you are trapped and bound for the moment. The time of redemption is near. Please take my letter in and remember it. Repeat it over and over when you are desperate. I have to be honest with you, for I love you dear Depression. You try not of your own accord of course, to defeat me. However, I am undefeated. I will rise as my Master calls me, to redeem the effects you place on the called and uncalled alike. It is my nature to destroy you. My love is strong for you, but you will change eventually. Take heart Depression, the Light is coming.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Hope.</div>
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Sonja and I were very depressed for four days straight. Depression leaking into us like chemotherapy. We received news that Coltrane due to his sleeping more and more, that he is in decline. What news, what news. No words. However, a few of my Professors came by and that was the catalyst to our journey to hope in the Lord. Sandra, Sonja's mother was randomly picked up by her walking friend. She asked Sandra to walk with her on the JBU track, which she never does. While walking the track, they literally ran into a Mexican man named Juan. Sandra's friend knew him. Juan heard about Coltrane and said to Sandra pointing to his head, "Don't think here. You are going to hear bad news. Don't listen here (head). Believe here (pointing to his heart)." He was very passionate and intense. He kept speaking with Sandra about this, over and over. Before she went walking I told my mom the bad news. As soon as Sandra left, my mom called her about the bad news! This was the news that Juan was talking about, that Coltrane was in declination. Juan brought up Hezekiah and told us to do what he did. He laid the letter of the Assyrian king before the Lord and gave it to Him. Juan instructed us to lay before God anything physically tangible associated with Coltrane's diagnosis. Sonja and I gathered many people to pray for us, 12-14 people. They came over and we set the latest MRI scan that showed all the tumors, the Do Not Resuscitate paper I had to sign with tears streaming from my eyes, and also the gigantic binder full of notes, papers, and documents that the doctors and Sonja and I put together throughout these last couple of years (almost 2 years ago!). We laid them in the middle of the circle of people before the Lord our God. We all prayed. We prayed for generational curses to be lifted. We asked for forgiveness of our sins. We prayed that we would trust in God, and prayed for a complete miracle We anointed him with water and oil from the Holy Land, Jerusalem. The prayers were powerful, and I strained to pray, shaking. I told God that I was angry that I was forced to watch my son suffer, and that He couldn't. I am angry that I have to suffer as Coltrane's Dad, watching him with a deep sadness. But I realized "Who am I?", as Job discovered. Who am I? I am a sinful man. I am not Holy, but God is. He couldn't watch His only son suffer. He couldn't because the sins of the world were upon Jesus' shoulders. Again, I am not holy. I have but a little taste of what God the Father went through. This is I believe, is a special gift from God, to be able to experience what God has, in a human way. God must've been so sad to see His son betrayed, mocked, marred beyond human recognition (Yes, he didn't look like a human on the cross. Our modern paintings and drawings, even film has not yet created what Jesus looked like while on the cross). God must've watched, until He wasn't able to. I imagine Him being crushed, turning his back on His son while he died. I could never do that, for I am unholy. It's a gift that I get to be there and help my son. Then again, I imagine God loving what Jesus was doing. God's plan was being fulfilled, as always. He was pleased with Jesus and His sacrifice and resurrected Him after three days. What a great testimony, a cornerstone to our faith in the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. We are believing in a full on miracle, regardless of what the mind says. We believe in our hearts that God will heal Coltrane. This is our focus. Our job as parents is to fully and truly represent Christ in every situation, striving to maintain patience in our trials, and having humility through it all. People say we have great faith. I don't know. I know if they think that, it is only caused by the Holy Spirit giving us the faith and strength we need to press on. I cannot and will not take credit. It's been a long road, but more is to come. We might not know what, but does it matter? No. Our God is leading us somewhere, and that place is a good place. We love you all so much!</div>
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Please pray for:</div>
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Coltrane to be completely healed</div>
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His body to function like there's no cancer</div>
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His bone marrow to produce plenty of good blood cells</div>
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His oxygen saturation levels to go up</div>
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Sonja and I, Jackson and Coltrane to see visions and dreams of Jesus and have peace </div>
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Coltrane's bruising getting better (not supposed to happen)</div>
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Coltrane's bed sores disappearing (not supposed to happen)</div>
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Coltrane to move his legs and toes, even if it's just a little bit. Hey, I'll take 1/8 inch movements anyday (not supposed to happen)</div>
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Coltrane to be more aware and want to play (not usual for the last many weeks)</div>
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Love,</div>
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Sonja</div>
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and Coltrane the Healed</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-88776513200992390892015-11-10T18:39:00.000-08:002015-11-10T18:39:47.998-08:00Joyful in hope<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">
I'm writing an update of HOPE and of that, we are rejoicing. Coltrane has outlived his time frame that was originally given to him and he is continuing to remain stable. At this point, Coltrane is living his days surrounded by loved ones and watching his favorite shows from his favorite dinosaur recliner. Since reducing the dose of steroids, Coltrane's swelling has come down and we can see his eyes again! His mood has improved and he no longer wants to eat everything in sight (all side effects of the steroids). We have also increased his pain medicine again and he is remaining fairly comfortable. The only time he really seems to be having great pain is when he is being moved around. He still has a few minutes of play in him during the day. They are short spurts, but we still see signs of his 3 year old self from time to time. Yesterday I made him laugh and felt like I had just won the world series. Those moments are few and far between but so cherished. Today the hospice nurse was here and was very impressed by how "good" Coltrane looks. She said that he is certainly stable and even seems to be showing some small improvements. For example, Coltrane has a lot of bruising probably due to low platelets and we didn't expect to see those improve because of the cancer invading his body but his bruising is now looking better and there are no new bruises. His bed sores are almost gone, which the nurse said may not ever go away and possibly get worse! Praise God! Also, we have been taking Coltrane to a Kinesiologist and during his testing <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1231938599" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">on Monday</span></span>, he was testing that his right adrenal gland was present even though it was removed last year during his surgery. We have been praying for Coltrane's organs to be restored and I don't know what it means but it is exciting to think about and definitely fills us with hope of a total healing and restoration. Whatever happens, Coltrane is already a miracle and I have never seen so much prayer and support for one person before. </div>
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We stand humbled and grateful for all of the prayers that continue to bombard Heaven on our son's behalf. You all have taught us so much about what it means to truly intercede for one another and show love and support through the most difficult of times. We were so grateful to have the elders of our church, our lifegroup, people from the local Catholic church, our neighbors, family, and countless friends have gathered in our home to pray for us. Also, The Pointe Church held a special prayer day to intercede for Coltrane and another sick child in the community. We know that God is constantly hearing people lift Coltrane to him in prayer and that is so powerful. </div>
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Coltrane to receive a complete healing</div>
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Coltrane to be made comfortable and pain free</div>
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Coltrane's mood to be playful and happy</div>
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Jackson to adjust well to the change of lifestyle and not being able to play with his brother the same way</div>
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Wisdom for all who are part of Coltrane's care team</div>
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Justin and I to have renewed energy for giving Coltrane the best of care at home</div>
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Renewed strength and peace for all of our extended family</div>
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So much love,</div>
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Coltrane is doing better and worse in different areas. First off, he is no doubt stronger and tougher than I. He fights and fights and begins each day in a warm, cozy bed next to his Mommy and Daddy's. We moved him down where we are so that Jackson wouldn't find his brother not breathing or dead (in the event that happens). We received great council by friends and family, doctors, nurses, and Professors, and of course, my beautiful wife Sonja, (which means Wise One). That's one thing that really is important in this terrible trial; the coming together.....the strengthening bond of a husband and wife, especially in this type of situation. You can go two ways, but we have but one. 77% of couples who have had a child die end up divorcing. Scary statistics, but it's reality. Stick together, spend time together alone, listen to each other, pray together, even though our "places" can/cannot be in the same place (emotionally, physically, and most important Spiritually), it is important to serve your other. The bonds of marriage are strong. They can have weak spots as they all do, but praying for Spiritual awareness I believe is the ticket. You can anticipate and prepare yourself by praying against attacks on your family. Common ground, is ideal. This testimony is of love from God, the true love of a marriage, the complete selflessness we have to have in order to take care of each other and the boys, a story of growing faith and trust not only in us, but those in our family, community, and the world. It's very hard. Now add in trying to cope with all of last year's events....</div>
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On to Coltrane. He is somewhat comfortable. When you move him at all, he is in severe pain. We've learned today that our dear little Coltrane has a bed sore. This crushed me today. "Why?, and Why?" We have him on some pain meds that our Oncologist told us to go up on. Dr. Mohamed also suggested reducing the amount of Dexamethodone, a steriod by 50%. This medicine was used for inflammation of his tumors. While on this Coltrane has three year old "Roid Rage", and increases puffiness dramatically. Since being off of that by half, we have already seen a difference in mood and his wanting to play. This is GREAT! We got some smiles, and that is freaking gold! Eventually I think it will not be needed, which is just fine with us. :) We believe Coltrane's platelets are very low. We suspect this from Coltrane bruising very easily. They just show up all over the place. This combined with his puffy face, it's hard to see him as my son. He is almost unrecognizable. It's very hard to see him in this state. Prayer is key as always. We are still in hospice care. The nurse comes twice/week and does a phenomenal job. We don't take Coltrane out very much because his pain is so severe when we move him. </div>
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Jackson is doing well all considering. The only question he has not had an appropriate and truthful answer to is a wise one. Sonja and I have been asking Jack to ask any questions he has about anything. He asked us a bunch of normal questions about Coltrane and such and we answered them. Now he wants to know "There's just one question I have and you can't answer it. "It is, How did Coltrane get cancer?" The wisdom and curiosity of a young man such as himself humbles me, and makes me realize my need for God's strength and forgiveness. He's really astute and listens intently to our every word. We choose to say "Death, dead, or dying", although we haven't told Jack Coltrane is dying. In fact, we don't even know what God's will holds. We were well instructed to not say "Pass away, he's gone, he's lost, etc., as these do not bring finality to the event in Coltrane's death.......or life as I like to call it. These aren't words that young boys and girls would comprehend. We should laugh when a brother or sister dies, and weep when a baby is born. This makes me wonder if God wept as he saw his beauty being created. What a wonderful thing to think about and analyze. Speculation of course. </div>
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Sometimes I can't look into the mirror. What I see is not me, or shouldn't as I would prefer. But nevertheless, I must. I have to shave, comb my beard, and style my ridiculous mustache. I feel pain and anguish and a scarred heart when I look into my eyes. They have changed, I'm sure of it. I feel as I've aged 50 years. It's a dark place we are in. But then, God does not see dark for what it is. He only sees light. He sees through the darkness. He knows my soul. He knows my sins, and sees us through the Jesus filter. For we are all saints, for those who believe in Jesus Christ as the Savior and the Son of God and man, caused by Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. We are saints only because we know Jesus and because of the Holy Spirit who lives in us. </div>
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We have had a really tough week. Ups and downs like crazy. It feels as though we can't get lower, but I know that's not true. Look at Job. It's humbling to read. Humility, is seen everywhere in the Bible. "Where were you when I found you?", "God glorifies Jesus because of his humility", the opposite of pride; what caused Lucifer's downfall, then our own. </div>
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Yes things can be tough but we do see the light, and it's shining. We have been told someone said "Nobody has brought together the 85 or so churches in our community of 19,000, more than Coltrane has. And I get to be his daddy! It's truly a blessing and honor. We hear of people maybe in the thousands, praying for us. We were blessed with two weeks extra with my brother and his family. He's my best friend and we love them so much. It was great to talk together in person and how giving and selfless, and encouraging they are! We have made through the Holy Spirit, great friendships and testimonies of God's love and strength with both Doctors and Nurses alike. We are receiving meals all the way to January. We are blessed with people giving their financial assistance, which is a great need. I hate to say it to people when they ask "Is there anything we can do for you? Or, "You just let me know if you need anything." I hate it but I have to say that prayers, financial help, support is what we need. The Meal Plan is awesome and very well organized! The food is great, and we didn't do anything! We haven't done anything to deserve the love that people have for us. This is God working in them whether they believe or not. I see the youth and how crazy they are now more than ever. But I also see my fellow students at JBU who are WAY more Spiritual, godly, mature as I was at that time. They all have great desire to learn which is so promising. We have been fortunate to have visits from my own Professors. They've prayed for us in public, they've prayed for us in class, even on the phone with me. They've come over and listened, talked, and gave great council to us. What a blessing they are to me. They will never know how much we appreciate them. We've witnessed students (who are not stereotypically wealthy by any means) who give and give and give to us with their money and prayers. Our church and others in the community even had a prayer vigil for Coltrane. 24 hours of prayer at 30 minutes a piece! That's expensive time to pray! I'd like to think I would sign up, but I don't know if I would. I'm learning too. </div>
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One more thing. I went to the cemetery with Comstock to discuss plots and such. It so happened to be the best people I needed to speak with. Dave is such a great man. I enjoy his company, help, and trying to tell if he's joking or not. The cemetery's manager John went through the same thing as us. His young daughter died at 16 months or so from what seems to be like Neuroblastoma. It was so encouraging for me to hear from this man. He wouldn't let me pay for the plots because "There's still hope." This is what we're praying for, a miracle. And we believe in them.</div>
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Coltrane and our whole family to feel joy and have fun together</div>
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An amazing peace to fill our household</div>
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Coltrane's bedsores to heal</div>
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Coltrane to be pain free and completely comfortable</div>
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Our trust and faith to grow</div>
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We are enjoying our time at home with our family. We really like when Coltrane is active, hungry, or wanting to play. It's rare, but it's like a gem. Family is in town and it is very theraputic for everyone. We are still praying for a miracle. </div>
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Coltrane is now under hospice care and they come twice per week. Their is some tumor growth around the stomach area. He can feel his legs, but can't move them. Sonja feels like she is carrying around a little rag doll which is very hard on her. We are encouraged by everyone's generosity and helpfulness. We don't know a time frame of his life (like anyone does anyway), but he has defied the three week notice. This is good news. He doesn't smile much and seems to be in a lot of pain at times. We are working with hospice on this. Over the last few days we have noticed a lot of decline as he is unable to sit up and has lost control of his bladder. We are having a very difficult time and are pleading to God to save him. We are so thankful for the meals that are brought to us all the time. </div>
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Coltrane's complete healing</div>
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Our family adjusting to this new transition and possible future outcomes</div>
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Complete comfort of Coltrane without being too sedated</div>
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The nurses and doctors to have great insight and care for him</div>
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Our extended family dealing with Coltrane's decline</div>
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Jack's understanding and feeling secure and loved during this period</div>
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For me to catch up on school work to continue to get high grades</div>
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Us to make good decisions when/if the time comes to make them</div>
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Our journey of trust and faith in the God who truly loves us and cares for us more than we can imagine</div>
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We are so happy for my Professors and their continuous understanding of our situation</div>
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We are thankful for my brother and his family to spend an extra week and for us to see other family members from different states</div>
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We are thankful for the doctors checking up on us both in Tulsa and OKC</div>
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We are thankful for God's help.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin,</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jackson,</div>
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and Coltrane the Brave</div>
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P.S. We will post a photo very soon!</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-15340004795685146992015-10-17T15:37:00.002-07:002015-10-17T15:39:13.539-07:00Provide a mealIf you are interested in providing a meal for Justin and Sonja, then here is the website to sign up to take a meal. My hope is to have someone signed up for each slot. It begins in November and goes until January.<br />
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<a href="https://mealtrain.com/740mg1">https://mealtrain.com/740mg1</a>asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-5014452934348521442015-10-15T04:10:00.003-07:002015-10-15T04:10:56.580-07:00Florida Trip<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman';">
Hello friends and family,</div>
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We have so enjoyed our trip to Florida. The beach was wonderful and we were able to see some friends and create awesome memories thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. So shout out to them. </div>
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There are no words to describe how grateful and thankful we are to all the people who support us not only financially, but spiritually as well. We are living witnesses for God’s glory through the use of suffering and torture. It’s hard to swallow, and it hasn’t (and I don’t think it will ever) sunken in what we’ve been through. But God is good and we are still praying for a mighty miracle for our young so-loved Coltrane.</div>
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He is doing pretty well. He is not complaining of his back hurting anymore. Amen. He is not declining as quickly as we were told. Amen. He is what we would call “stabilized”. He doesn’t walk at all, and is very grumpy at times, but he is three after all and stubborn like both of his parents…and on steroids. :) We look forward to coming home <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1231813529" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tomorrow</span></span>, but will miss the ocean. Make-A-Wish paid for a photographer to take photos of us down here, so we are excited to share those soon. Thank you for praying. Thank you for praying. Thank you so much for praying.</div>
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I had an interesting experience in the ocean today. I was looking at all the seashells and the ocean, noticing how beautiful they were I saw God the creator (Elohim) at work here. I was mesmerized by both the beauty of the shells and the ocean. I waded for a while in the shallows, then swam out to sea a bit further. I noticed the waves were stronger and very aggressive. I felt near to God in this way. I would let the large waves crash over me hard, and I would go under the sea and get tossed and turned, scraping my back and arms on the sea shells and rocks of the sea floor. It hurt, but I felt I should do it again. I swam back to the big waves and let the waves beat me down, punishing me. I felt close to God knowing that He was in control, not the waves. I prayed to him. “Take me.” I said to the waves. And they did. I did this around 10 to 12 times. Each time getting pummeled by the shear power of the water itself. It made me seem small. After my punishment I laid on my stomach at the very shallowest part of the water. I would watch as the peaceful, receding waves slaved back to sea. Through this, I saw God’s love, care, protectiveness, and gentleness. God is both powerful, yet gentle. He is both love and justice in one. Just as the receding waves and the crashing surf symbolized. It was very profound and I felt loved and cared for. The harsh waves I saw the great and powerful Almighty Elohim, and I saw Yahweh, the immanently present one by way of the gentle, white, and calm recession in the shallows.</div>
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Coltrane to be miraculously healed</div>
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Our family and friends traveling great distances to see us and be with us</div>
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Our trip home <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1231813530" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tomorrow</span></span> (<span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1231813531" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Thursday</span></span>)</div>
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Peace in our home</div>
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Us to keep our faith and trust in God steady and solid</div>
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Jackson to feel secure and loved</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jackson</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-61704694336840668712015-10-12T15:32:00.004-07:002015-10-12T15:33:19.214-07:00Greetings from Florida <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Hey everybody,</span><br />
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We are in Florida! Yay, palm trees! We like them. Flight was amazing. The fire department shot water at our plane in honor of Coltrane on the runway. Jackson even got a personal tour of the engine, and got to shoot the water! Coltrane wanted to stay with Mommy. :) We also got REAL wings for the kids. Metal ones, that is, which is very rare these days. Jack and Coltrane got to sit in the pilot's seat and push the throttle of the airplane (while in park). Flight was smooth. BTW, the people on the plane applauded us as the water guns were shot at the plane, and also as we exited the aircraft. We were escorted by one of Sandra's students who works for XNA. He put us in front of the whole line. We felt so special and can't believe the generosity and kindness of this man. </div>
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I know I'm jumping around, sorry. So....Florida. We were very happy with our accommodations through Make-A-Wish. Jackson was bowled over by some waves and so was I. :) We don't have the ability to process what God is doing right now. He is blessing us financially like MAD. Truly....madness. We are so thankful to all the helpers, supporters, friends, elders, fellow students, and some of my professors. We love everyone. Our testimony continues to find itself on the beach, in the lobby, in the grocery store, etc. God is good. </div>
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GOOD NEWS FOR COLTRANE:</div>
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He is doing SO well. To God be the glory, seriously. He is literally ravenous. We haven't seen him this active and playful in a long time. He seems to be in better spirits. He is very comfortable, and laughs sometimes. Jack and him are getting along pretty well. Sonja and I are absorbing this unique opportunity to be thankful for every single moment in our marriage and our lives. And to the people that God has used whether Christian or not, we thank Him for that help and support. We love all of you. Here are some pics, thus far.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin,</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jack,</div>
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and Coltrane the Beach Bum (Hotel Bum, really). :)</div>
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Please pray for:</div>
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Coltrane to be miraculously healed</div>
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Us to have a great time together as a family</div>
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Us to be great witnesses</div>
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Healthy family structure</div>
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Catching up with my classes</div>
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Safe trip for family coming in.</div>
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Us to trust and have complete faith in God Almighty</div>
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Praise God for:</div>
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Everything</div>
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Your family</div>
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Our blessings of abundance in so many ways!</div>
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God bless you all!!!!!<br />
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asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-74819622565319580772015-10-11T09:32:00.001-07:002015-10-11T09:32:57.657-07:00Coltrane's 3rd birthday Give-A-Thon<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px;">Many of you know that yesterday Make-A- Wish put together a small birthday party for Coltrane and today Make-A-Wish is sending them to the beach. This give-a-thon is to take off any finicial stress they may have when they get back and allow them to just focus on each other and spend every moment together. So many of us have been touched by the Smith family and want to do something, so I am asking you do do this. Please donate to the Smith family and continue to pray for them. Let God have the final say in how long Coltrane can live. Pray for a miracle, peace, and understanding. Share the post. Any donation will help us reach our goal.</span><a class="profileLink" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/user.php?id=1150125179&extragetparams=%7B%22directed_target_id%22%3A1059808684030013%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/sonja.m.smith" style="background-color: white; color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px; text-decoration: none;">Sonja Long Smith</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px;"> and </span><a class="profileLink" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/user.php?id=1470830485&extragetparams=%7B%22directed_target_id%22%3A1059808684030013%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1470830485" style="background-color: white; color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px; text-decoration: none;">Justin Smith</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px;"> we love you and hope your vacation is wonderful filled with many unforgettable memories!</span><br />
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Obviously it's been a really hard past few days. I'm numb at the moment. Good news, bad news. Bad news: There is nothing more to do for Coltrane medically besides keep him comfortable and out of pain. After finding out the aggressiveness of the cancer, the doctors/specialists in Tulsa/Oklahoma City/New York, said that we not Coltrane is not eligible for any kind of trials. We've exhausted all avenues of medical cures. But of course not Godly cures. Good news: Make-a-Wish is sending us to the beach <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1302330420" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">on Sunday</span></span> for a a few days so we can enjoy the ocean and warm, white sand......just our family. It will be great. We are sad to say that hospice will be taking over from now on. It's so tear jerking and heart wrenching to get a call from them.....about your almost three year old son.....</div>
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Wisdom for the Dr's, nurses, and pediatric hospice nurses</div>
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Coltrane's cure</div>
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Our marriage to keep strong</div>
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Jackson to take this in a healthy way.</div>
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Coltrane to take all this in a healthy way. </div>
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Spiritual guidance</div>
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For me to not cry in my ice cream. It would be just sad, and well, too salty. In all the darkness, God brings us joy in many ways, especially laughter, the best medicine.</div>
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We love you.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin</div>
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Sonja</div>
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Jack</div>
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and Coltrane the Contrarian</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-32536030581945782952015-10-07T03:18:00.003-07:002015-10-07T03:18:59.983-07:00Through our Tears<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Dear Friends/Family,</span><br />
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We have experienced the worst day of our lives today. We received the devastating news that Coltrane's tumors are aggressively growing (twice the size in ten days). The one in his brain alone is 1/5 of his brain now. The tumor around his spine is very concerning and his leg is not working properly because of it. I type through my tears that our options are extremely limited. Radiation/surgery would only produce severe side effects that would only result in decrease his quality of life and wouldn't improve the outcome. The doctors said that we would be "chasing our tail at this point". They have affirmed us that we have exhausted every possible avenue to help our son. Our Doctor will contact the Neuroblastoma experts in New York only for our own peace of mind, as they know what they will say. We have been given advice by many doctors and family members to not put Coltrane through any more agony than he's been through already. Right now the idea is to keep him cozy and comfy, and create great memories with him. It looks like we will be going home very soon and will receive the proper care. The doctors have given us a timeline of two to three weeks for Coltrane to live. We are beyond ourselves. We are still praising God and asking for a miracle. We have not given up on Him. Please keep praying for Coltrane's healing. We love you all so much. We are sad, angry, upset, and sick of all the hospital stuff that we've all gone through. Pray for us, please.</div>
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Coltrane to be healed</div>
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Peace in our family</div>
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Joy every morning</div>
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The doctors and decisions they make</div>
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The decisions we make</div>
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Coltrane to feel good and play well</div>
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Wonderful quality family time </div>
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In Christ,</div>
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Justin</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jack</div>
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and Coltrane the Contrarian :)</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-90022611343677462692015-10-06T03:29:00.002-07:002015-10-06T03:29:51.709-07:00Prayers this morning<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">
So after we heard the terrible news of relapse, the doctors told us that we needed to start chemo right away (after consulting Tulsa, OKC, and New York), due to the tumor that's close to the spine. Throughout the week, they have been managing Coltrane's pain, started IV nutrition, and is continuing with the steroids. It's been a really hard week for him. He's really grumpy, and doesn't want to stand or walk. The weakness in his legs is very concerning to the Doctor. Because of this, they will conduct another MRI in the morning, which will be around two hours long. </div>
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Our faith and trust in God as we are very discouraged right now.</div>
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MRI to show shrinkage of the tumors/no tumors</div>
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Coltrane's attitude and playful spirit to come back</div>
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His blood counts will go up</div>
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Coltrane to not get any infections due to his low blood counts</div>
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For us to be a "normal" family in the hospital</div>
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For us to be home soon</div>
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Wisdom for the Docs for the next steps</div>
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Me (Justin) balancing school, work, and hospital life</div>
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Sonja, for being alone at the hospital at times</div>
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Jackson to feel family unity.</div>
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Love you guys!</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin,</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jack</div>
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and Coltrane the Treasure</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-75912340507428271312015-09-24T19:19:00.003-07:002015-09-24T19:19:58.514-07:00Heavy Hearts<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Hey everyone,</span><br />
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With heavy hearts we must inform you that we have heard some bad news today. Coltrane is in relapse of his cancer: Stage 4 Neuroblastoma. They found a spot in his brain (not too deep, which is good), a tumor on his right shoulder area, one on his femur, one as big as a plum by his heart, and one that is straining on his spine. They are pretty confident that there are lots of little tiny cells that are going to grow into Neuroblastoma cells too. The one by his spine is time sensitive which will require chemotherapy in Tulsa (Thank you Lord!), probably next week. The chemo will shrink the tumors. If the scans show that the chemotherapy is working, then they will continue until that protocol is finished. If it doesn't seem to work, we will seek out other options (possible treatment in other states). However, the diagnosis is not good. There is no cure for relapsed Neuroblastoma. The point in treating this is to prolong his life as much as possible so hopefully he will be alive when there is a cure. I know it almost sounds hopeless. Unless he is completely miserable and in pain all the time and can't walk and stuff, we will continue to try as much as we can to research and get treatment for our youngest son. </div>
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We are overwhelmed and tears of sadness flow frequently. We do believe in God's miracles, and will continue to have hope in our God, who defies the world of sin and disease! We stand firm and trust in God's will. His will above all else. No matter what the outcome, our testimony is GREAT! And it's of God's help, faithfulness, love, kindness, and joy in the midst of darkness and weakness. </div>
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I was at home while Sonja, Jackson, and Coltrane were in OKC. I just got off the phone with Sonja with some news. I fell to my knees on the kitchen floor, weeping uncontrollably, making no sound. I finally had to breathe and when I did, it was a cry I have not known. A shriek of terror came forth. I laid down on the floor on my back. I raised my hands to the Lord crying, "Why Lord? Why is this happening to us? I need your help! Please take me instead of my son, Lord! Help me God Almighty. Help me." And when I said that last sentence, God shut my faucet off...immediately. I was grateful for the instant response. Sometime he helps us in strange ways. I'm glad that I expressed my feelings to him and that He responded the way He did. He did help me, so much. I needed that faucet of tears to stop!</div>
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A miracle for Coltrane</div>
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Strength for our family</div>
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Wisdom for us and the Dr.'s making decisions</div>
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That Coltrane will respond well to the chemo and shrink the tumors. And make them disappear.</div>
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That Coltrane's chemo won't make him sick</div>
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Thank you so much! We appreciate your prayers.</div>
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Professors: Please forgive my absences. And feel free to read to and update the class as you see fit. Would you kindly excuse my absences? I will turn in work and assignments on time. And if there is a chance of coming to class, I gladly will be there. Thank you for understanding.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin,</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jackson,</div>
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and Coltrane the trooper</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-65815932585810637572015-09-23T15:54:00.002-07:002015-09-23T15:54:18.830-07:00Results! <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Hey everyone,</span><br />
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Sonja was leaving the hospital when they called her back in. The results kind of came in. They know enough anyway. Here's what we know: There are 3 spots that are concerning to the doctors. They don't know if it's Neuroblastoma or an infection. One is in his brain. The second is in his chest next to his heart which is plum sized. The other, is right by his spine. They are very concerned about the one by his spine, so they will most likely perform surgery <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_458898553" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tonight</span></span> or <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_458898554" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tomorrow</span></span>. This is hard news to take in. We are in shock mode. We are still processing information. We are not trying to be strong because it's of no use. The Lord and he only is our strength. We know not His plans, but they are perfect. It does seem odd that the spots are all in the "worst" areas. But then again, it doesn't seem coincidental. </div>
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No relapse</div>
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No surgeries, but if so then he will have the best surgeons to work on him</div>
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For our faith and trust in the Lord</div>
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For us to be thankful in this trial</div>
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For Coltrane to be completely cured of ANY sickness.</div>
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We love you guys so much and thank you for your constant prayers.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin, </div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jackson,</div>
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and Coltrane the Brave</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-20516549395190367632015-09-16T15:12:00.002-07:002015-09-16T15:12:43.108-07:00Not through the woods yet<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Dear Friends,</span><br />
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Here we are once again asking for your prayers. We had been waiting for results from Coltrane's urine test from last week and today the doctor called and said the numbers were elevated from his last test in July. This is a urine test that can test secretions from certain types of tumors, neuroblastoma being one of them. The doctor said the results were concerning so we will be moving the scans up to next week. He will be getting a bone marrow aspirate, CT scan and MIBG scan. These scans will probably take about 3 days and then maybe longer to receive the results. This test result is surprising because, overall, Coltrane has been feeling better and starting to eat very small amounts but at least eating something as opposed to nothing last week and starting to play a little more. We are asking for prayers that these elevated numbers were just a fluke and Coltrane will remain NED (no evidence of disease). </div>
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Satan knows that we are very vulnerable right now. The unknown is so scary and the fear can be engulfing. Not only has Coltrane not been feeling well but now Jackson has a fever and has had to be quarantined to his grandma's house. It is difficult to not be able to comfort your sick child out of protection for your other child. Please pray that we rise above the temptations of fear and worry and trust in Him. </div>
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-The scans to be clear and Coltrane to remain NED!</div>
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-Jackson's fever to go away so he can come home.</div>
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-Coltrane's appetite to increase and pain to decrease.</div>
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-Our minds to stay focused on the God who is bigger than all of this.</div>
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-Justin's stresses of classes, work, family, and juggling hospital visits.</div>
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Thank you friends, last time we asked for prayers, we immediately felt a surge of peace. We cannot even begin to tell you what it means to us. </div>
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Love,</div>
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Sonja, Justin, Jackson, and Coltrane the Courageous</div>
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*I sought the Lord and He answered me and delivered me from all my fears. When the afflicted man called out, the Lord heard, and from all his distress He saved him. The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them. Fear the Lord, you his holy ones, for nothing is lacking to those who fear him. (Psalm 34:5,7-8, 10)</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-5901782828449899132015-09-10T18:51:00.002-07:002015-09-10T18:51:52.105-07:00Coltrane update<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">Dear friends,</span><br />
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We went to the doctors today in OKC. He said the pain Coltrane's having, and not eating and the fatigue is most probably caused by the Accutane Coltrane is receiving (only one more session of those!). However, they will be looking at his urine sample on and hopefully get results <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_725913490" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">on Monday</span></span>. Good news!</div>
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Thank you for praying. It has helped us immensely. God is listening. </div>
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Please pray for:</div>
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No relapse</div>
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A good urine report</div>
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Coltrane to eat and sleep better</div>
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Coltrane's pain to go away.</div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin</div>
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Sonja,</div>
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Jackson,</div>
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and Coltrane the Travel Master</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-20191950143621964612015-09-09T17:02:00.002-07:002015-09-09T17:02:40.612-07:00Prayers for Coltrane<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">
These past weeks have been going pretty well. I am personally juggling a lot of things right now being in school, spending time with family, studying, and hospital stuff. </div>
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This past week or so Coltrane hasn't been acting like himself. He's not eating well or sleeping well. He seems to be in pain somewhere. We have a doctors appointment <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1262283276" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tomorrow</span></span> and they will check his levels and all that. The devil has studied us for a long time now and can easily see the time to attack. One misstep and it turns into paralysis. Our minds get attacked and we think the worse. We need so much prayer. It's hard not to think he's relapsing already. Our worst fear realized. Please pray for:</div>
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God to cure Coltrane</div>
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God to help us with our anxiety</div>
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Coltrane to not be in pain and to eat and sleep better</div>
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Swift answers about why he might be acting like this (answers that are positive, of course)</div>
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Us to be spiritually aware of attacks against us and to be watching out for them. Please pray for us to not fear and be bold in this situation. </div>
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Love,</div>
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Justin</div>
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Sonja</div>
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Jackson</div>
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and Coltrane the Sleepless</div>
asisemorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050267159385884267noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5834921005172903099.post-49354526173970388122015-09-01T04:20:00.002-07:002015-09-01T04:20:25.955-07:00Hospital Freedom<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">
We have just completed Cycle 5 out of 6 of treatment for immunotherapy. We are completely finished with our long hospital stays and we couldn't be happier. Over the last year, I counted that we have spent approximately 28 weeks in the hospital, so being home for more than 2 weeks at a time is amazing. Coltrane will have 2 weeks off and then startup his last 2 weeks of Accutane. After that, we will be officially done with the standard treatment for Neuroblastoma Stage IV. We have been seeking your prayers over the last few months about the possibility of doing further treatment in the form of a clinical trial of the drug DFMO (trust me, it is such a long name). Since, the relapse rate for Coltrane's diagnosis is high, we have been trying to research and pray about our next steps. We prayed for the Holy Spirit to guide us in our decision through the advice and recommendations of our oncologists. Today, we went to visit our primary oncologist in Tulsa and we were so happy to see that he had been doing his research as well. He recommended that we follow through with this trial as it didn't seem like the side effects were very toxic and the early results of the trial were very hopeful. It was such a relief to have a definitive answer and now we have some direction about our next steps. It is another 2 years of treatment (Boooo!) but at least it is just a pill twice a day. We will be getting scans every 3 months, and blood-work every month. We would have been doing those things anyway. The trial will involve further traveling since only certain hospitals are coordinating this trial. We have chosen to go to the Children's Hospital in Kansas City. We will probably begin this treatment in the late fall, early winter. </div>
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We have been constantly encouraged and inspired by our wonderful family in Christ. As we look over the last year, it is easy to see God's hand. God used you guys to send us encouragement in our darkest moments and to share in the praises of good news. Being on the other side of this mountain feels so good and knowing that Coltrane is getting better each day is a blessing. Praise the Lord, Oh My Soul! Praise the Lord when I hear my boys fighting, praise the Lord when I see that onery twinkle in Coltrane's eye again, praise the Lord when I hear the boys chattering in their beds at night, praise the Lord Coltrane will need a haircut soon, praise the Lord, Jackson and Coltrane can have dance parties together, praise the Lord that Coltrane is NED, praise the Lord. </div>
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We appreciate your prayers and are surprised and astonished that so many of you are STILL praying for us, it means the world to us and our journey is not yet over so please keep them coming. Please help pray for:</div>
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-Coltrane to gain some weight, his appetite will increase</div>
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-Clear scans at the end of treatment next month</div>
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-Details of the DFMO trial (getting enrolled, insurance blah blah blah)</div>
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-No side effects from treatment to haunt Coltrane further down the road</div>
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-Justin balancing school, work, and family time</div>
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We love you,</div>
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Sonja, Justin, Jackson, and Coltrane the Free</div>
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