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(Message started by: OneEyeBlind on Oct 20^th, 2003, 8:05pm)

Title: An update on Christopher
Post by OneEyeBlind on Oct 20^th, 2003, 8:05pm

Here is another update on Christopher. Thanks for all the love and support so far. I don't know where I would be without it; and I know Christopher has enjoyed the fact that he know has Clusterbuds sending mail !!!!!!!!

Hope this update finds everyone pain free or at least able to deal with the pain they have. I've got nothing but good vibes going out to all of you. Love ya bunches.

Dear Friends and Family,
>
> Today finds us heading to Hershey Medical Center for some much
> needed blood.
> Christopher is extremely tired but made it through the weekend o.k. His
> ears also seem
> to have some kind of infection, possibly from the radiation. His skull
> is pitted with
> burn marks which hurt like a really bad sunburn. He gets head massages
> with various
> creams to sooth the sore spots.
> He is dealing emotionally with the nonmedical side of his disease.
> The part where
> people treat you differently (not that they mean to) because you look
> different, can't do
> the same things as you used to, etc... This is especially hard where his
> friends are concerned.
> Not only does cancer rob you of physical strength but it also taxes your
> relationships which
> are very important at this time. (Hey friends, he needs you now more
> than ever!)
> I understand how difficult it can be to treat him "normally" but he is
> still the same person
> inside as he was before. Pray that his friends would be able to overcome
> their fear and awkwardness
> and would be able to support Christopher in ways that would lift him up.
>
> IMPORTANT NOTE:
> Several friends have been burdened to have a corporate day of fasting
> and prayer for Christopher before his
> tests are done on Thursday. Fasting while praying is a Biblical concept.
> It represents a humbling outward
> sign as God's people seek His Divine Intervention. Jesus fasted to
> overcome temptation, God's children
> throughout Scripture fasted in repentance and to seek God's direction and
> favor and we are entreating God
> for His Perfect Will in Christopher's situation. Join with us on
> Wednesday in this step of obedience.
> If you are in the area we will be meeting at New Buffalo Alliance Church
> from 12-4p.m. Join us for
> any part of this prayer time as your schedule allows. For those out of
> town, join with us as we
> petition our Heavenly Father from where you are.
>
> Isaiah 48:6
> "Is this not the fast I have chosen, to loosen the bonds of wickedness,
> to undo heavy burdens, to let the oppressed go
> free, and that you break every yoke? Then your light shall break forth
> like the morning, your healing shall spring forth speedily,
> and your righteousness shall go before you; The glory of the Lord shall
> be your rear guard. Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; You
> shall cry, and He will say, 'Here I am.'"
>
> In His Steps,
> Chris, Maryann and family

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by Edna on Oct 21^st, 2003, 2:38pm

Nancy, thanks for posting the updates for us. Hoping that continued support from clusterville can somehow give Christopher that extra little lift when he needs it.

continuing thoughts and prayers,
EDNA

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by Cerberus on Oct 21^st, 2003, 3:26pm

Prayin' from here.............get well ,the alternative is not an option ,I haven't given permission fer that ;)

Nothin but love from Chi-town,
Ramon

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by cathy on Oct 21^st, 2003, 4:52pm

Nancy you know you have our prayers from here.....tell Friar Tuck that Maid Marian chooses him.... ;;D and the pizza woman has to go!

Cathy... :-*

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by echo on Oct 21^st, 2003, 4:59pm

Thanks for letting us know Chistopher's status.

Now -- How are you doing Nancy?

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by Ree on Oct 21^st, 2003, 5:43pm

Hi~~ I don't know what to say... all I can say is your family has been to Hell and back and that poor young man must be a pillar.. I am still keeping him in prayer... and always. He will make a comeback I am sure of it..................ree

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by Jackie on Oct 21^st, 2003, 8:03pm

Thanks for keeping us updated, Nancy.
We will continue to keep Christopher, you and your family in our prayers.

Bless your hearts...

Jacks 8)

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by ClusterChuck on Oct 22^nd, 2003, 12:34am

Thanks, Nan. My prayers are still there for him, you, Red, and your whole family.

By the way, for those of you that have lost his address, here it is again. Send him another card!

Christopher Smith
1003 Dellville Rd.
Duncannon, PA 17020

Make that mailman work REAL hard to deliver them all to him!

Chuck

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by juvy on Oct 22^nd, 2003, 6:49am

Nancy,

Thanks for posting an update. Healing vibes on the way. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,
April

~juvy

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by ZAIRA on Oct 22^nd, 2003, 10:08am

Nan, thanks for sharing that with us.
Our prayers have NEVER stopped for Chris.

Zaira [smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by Darleen on Oct 22^nd, 2003, 11:41am

Nancy,

Thanks for keeping us updated. I don't always post but I am thinking about you guys and sending good vibes your way.

D [smiley=heart.gif]

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by goaway on Oct 23^rd, 2003, 8:23pm

Hey Nancy,

Didn't I read earlier on the MB that Chris had gotten a computer? If so, does he have an email address?

Might allow us all to mail him if we knew it.

Here's to hoping that Chris and family have the best that each day offers.

Mike

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by goaway on Oct 28^th, 2003, 7:06pm

Nancy-

just bumping to see if Chris has an email address which could go out to us. bet he'd get a lot more mail. :)

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by OneEyeBlind on Oct 28^th, 2003, 10:29pm

LOL, cause I know the email addy for his sister, his brother, his parents ... but he just set up a new one for himself and hasn't shared it with his BEST aunt !!!!! His mom is gonna ask him and get back to me. Just like old folks ......... in the dark !!!!!!!!! Guess that means that he is your average 16 year old ........ which to me, makes me smile.

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by Charlie on Oct 28^th, 2003, 11:16pm

Thanks for the update. It looks I missed this one..... :-/

I found some more vibes and they're headed your way.

Take care and let us know what's what.

Charlie

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by goaway on Oct 29^th, 2003, 7:04pm

on 10/28/03 at 22:29:04, OneEyeBlind wrote:

Finestkind Nan. Let us know when you know. Have a safe trip also.

Title: Re: An update on Christopher
Post by OneEyeBlind on Oct 29^th, 2003, 10:34pm

Here you go -
gyroworld @ aol.com