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Nov 23, 2009

Surgery Again

Please remember Andrew in prayer tomorrow (11/24) as he goes into surgery again around 10:00 a.m. est.
He has been in All Children's Hospital in St. Pete since Saturday. All Children's is 30 minutes from our home. We did not want to be separated from family and friends again.
He will have a debulking of the tumors. Following a short recovery, he will begin radiation and chemo. He began having excruciating headaches and vomiting last week.
There is no medical cure for this kind of brain cancer which is rare in children. BUT GOD.
We have put him over and again in God's kind and capable hands. We have not given up on Andrew's miracle. We still believe.

Please pray that God guides the hands of the surgeon and that there will not be an infection as was the case last time.
Pray that there are NO Ill Effects of the surgery.
Pray for us to have the wisdom of God on how to proceed with Andrew's care and that we are led by His Spirit as we talk with our son.
And please include our other children in your prayers. Andrew's big sister, Audra, is 20 and his big brother, Avery, is 15. Avery is not expressing his emotions and we are concerned about this.

Thank you for your prayers and your concern and your outpouring of love.
I'll let you know how things go when I can.


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36 comments:

  1. Lisa V.November 23, 2009 at 11:15 PM

    So glad for the update. Thinking of you and Andrew daily. Will remember you all in my prayers. Keep going mom, you're doing great!

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  2. UnknownNovember 23, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    We serve a healing God, and he has done miracles upon miracles in my life and I know he can heal your son! He is in my prayers and so are you! May God bless your family during this difficult time.
    Have a blessed night,
    Michelle

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  3. KarenNovember 23, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    Praying now....

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  4. RosyRoseNovember 23, 2009 at 11:39 PM

    Oh Melanie I will pray! Jesus, you are the mighty one to Save! We ask you to move the mountain....we know you are able to do far more then we can imagine!
    Love you Mella!

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  5. AndreaNovember 23, 2009 at 11:39 PM

    We are continuing to pray for Andrew and for all of you.

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  6. southerninspirationNovember 23, 2009 at 11:45 PM

    oh, bless his heart.......I am so sorry he is suffering. I will pray for him and for all of y'all. God is able.

    Suzanne

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  7. DebbieNovember 23, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    I will pray for sure...and pass this on to several others I know who are praying to who don't blog...Debbie

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  8. Bargain Decorating with LaurieNovember 24, 2009 at 12:37 AM

    I am so sorry that Andrew and his family are having so much to deal with. I have been praying and will continue to pray for Andrew, his family, and all of his medical care providers. God be with all of you. laurie

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  9. SusanNovember 24, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Standing in the gap for Andrew and your entire family Melaine.

    And as always for you and your husband. I know it's only by God's loving grace you are able to endure.

    There are so many things we don't understand, but one thing we do know for sure, God is good, and He is faithful!!

    And He is right there beside you all.

    What an honor it is to intercede and cry out on your family's behalf.

    Yet the LORD longs to be gracious to you; he rises to show you
    compassion. For the LORD is a God of justice. Blessed are all
    who wait for him! Isaiah 30:18

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  10. Martha's FavoritesNovember 24, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    I am praying with you. He is able! Martha

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  11. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 24, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    Melanie, I am standing with you and your family in prayer. I am rebuking the enemy in any part he may try to play. He has no rights over Andrew. I'm believing God will be there directing the hands of the surgeon. I'm standing on no infection, and I'm claiming victory for Andrew. And I will praise God in advance for Andrew's life.
    In my heart I know that God is saying "You have not heard the last from Me. I AM still here, I AM not silent".
    Love in Jesus powerful Name,
    Debra

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  12. CathyNovember 24, 2009 at 1:47 AM

    Dear Melanie, I am agreeing with you in prayer for all those needs. Love and Hugs, Cathy

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  13. About Southern BelleNovember 24, 2009 at 1:52 AM

    Praying, praying, praying...

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  14. Just a little something from JudyNovember 24, 2009 at 5:56 AM

    I am so sorry that he has to go through another surgery. I am committed to praying for the doctors, for you and your husband, for your children. I just cannot imagine what all of you are going through. Thank you for the updates and letting us know how to pray specifically. We are hurting with you.

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  15. redsoxmomNovember 24, 2009 at 7:43 AM

    Will be praying for relief, peace, and restored health for Andrew today. Praying for the doctors to have wisdom, steady hands, and the hand of God upon them. I pray for your family to have calm, peace, renewed faith, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit today.

    Our hope is in the Lord...forevermore. Praise be to God!

    Hugs,
    Linda

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  16. redsoxmomNovember 24, 2009 at 7:43 AM

    Will be praying for relief, peace, and restored health for Andrew today. Praying for the doctors to have wisdom, steady hands, and the hand of God upon them. I pray for your family to have calm, peace, renewed faith, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit today.

    Our hope is in the Lord...forevermore. Praise be to God!

    Hugs,
    Linda

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  17. SandyNovember 24, 2009 at 8:07 AM

    I really did not have "time" to go to my computer this AM, but now know why God led me to TAKE the time: so I could be praying before & during Andrew's surgery! Thank you for taking some of your precious time to update those of us who are praying. I am praying for the medical staff who will be caring for Andrew, for the greatest of skill & wisdom; for you & your DH to have peace & patience; for your family to rally around in support of one another; for Avery to be able to "talk" to someone who can encourage him; & for God to make Himself so near & dear to all of you.

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  18. Every Day BlessingsNovember 24, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    I am still praying for Andrew!

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  19. LauraNovember 24, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    I am praying, Melanie. Praying hard.

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  20. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMENovember 24, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    Thanks for the update Melanie. I prayed for Andrew last night as always. I know about debulking! So glad you will be closer to home this time.

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  21. The Chubby DoveNovember 24, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    Hugs, hugs and prayers!

    Still believing and will be keep on praying for Andrew (and the rest of you guys, too).

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  22. GinnyNovember 24, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    Standing in the gap for your family. I will raise Andrew up to the Great Physician, Doctor Jesus, and plead for a miracle, I continue to pray for your other two and for you and your husband.

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  23. Simply DebbieNovember 24, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    DEAR MELANIE,
    I AM PRAYING FOR ANDREW AS I TYPE THIS...FOR THE DRS, THE WHOLE SURGICAL TEAM, NO INFECTION IN THE NAME OF JESUS, FOR WISDOM AND PEACE FOR YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY. I HATE CANCER...IT is from the very pits of hell.
    I WISH YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY A BLESSED THANKSGIVING.
    ART THERAPY IS AN AMAZING THING ESPECIALLY FOR YOUR SON THAT IS NOT EXPRESSING HIMSELF. ART SAYS WHAT THE MOUTH CAN'T OR IS AFRAID TO SPEAK. ANDREWS SAID A LOT.
    ANGEL HUGS
    DEBBIE
    GOD IS STILL IN THE MIRACLE BUSINESS. HE NEVER WENT OUT.

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  24. SandyNovember 24, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Dear friend,

    Yes. BUT GOD.

    Love and prayers. Sandy

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  25. BeverlydruNovember 24, 2009 at 1:22 PM

    Praying without ceasing for all of you. Love, Beverly

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  26. Tammy518November 24, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    Sending prayers and good thoughts your way.

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  27. PaulaNovember 24, 2009 at 2:31 PM

    Praying and believing...I will keep Andrew close in my thoughts and prayers. Love in Christ, Paula

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  28. petriiNovember 24, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    Oh Sweet Melanie,
    I lifted ya'll up in prayer this morning, but I didn't realize he would be having surgery, but I will continue to pray.

    This Scripture is on my heart right now for you all...

    "But thanks be to God who ALWAYS leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him. For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing." II Cor 2:14-15

    Love you sweet friend,
    Dawn

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  29. JereleneNovember 24, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    Dearest Melanie,
    Please know that you are ALL in my prayers and will continue to be...
    Sending hugs your way..
    Love, Jerelene

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  30. BettyannNovember 24, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    Sending peace...love...prayers to Andrew and your family..

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  31. Carolina MamaNovember 24, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    May the Lord bless and keep you all! We're praying! Hugs to sweet Andrew and you! :) God Bless!

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  32. Runner MomNovember 24, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    Praying for you all, Melanie! God is faithful and will provide! Keep hanging on to His promises.

    Love ya,
    Susan

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  33. Empty Nest Full LifeNovember 25, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    Love and prayers. Jackie

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  34. valerieNovember 25, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    Melanie,
    It's Wednesday and I just saw this update. I've been trying to check every day. I just said a prayer for Andrew and for your family.
    I love all the times "But God" is in the Bible.
    With Him NOTHING is impossible!
    Your faith blesses me!
    Love & hugs sent from Oklahoma!
    Valerie

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  35. Tea with TiffanyNovember 25, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    Sending love and prayers to you and yours today. And always.

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  36. DeniseNovember 25, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    I am praying, and I will not stop sweetie.

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