Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Stage 4, Neuroblastoma

First of all, thank you for caring so much about precious Bayler. Your prayers mean a lot to our family. The test results were not great and after a bone marrow withdraw, they grew even more grim. His cancer is in stage 4 and the doctors will begin treatment on Monday. He has a long way to go to be cured from this type of cancer. They found several masses on his kidneys and spots on his liver. I haven't had a chance to ask Rob for specific prayer request yet, but right now we are just aiming for COMPLETE HEALING!!! We know God is in control of this and we ask that even in this terrifying time, He would be given the glory for what will happen in Bayler's sweet life. We are praying that a miracle would occur and that God would take away ALL the cancer from his little body. I ask that you continue to pray for Rob, Risha, and Bridges (his 3 year old brother). I pray that when the shock wears off, they will be strong for Bayler and continue to believe that God will heal him. Again, thank you so much for your prayers. There are literally people praying from coast to coast and we are thankful for the support. God is good, ALL the time...

16 comments:

Jill said...

Dani, we most certainly have your entire family in our prayers!! I can't imagine what they are facing right now. Baylor has been on my mind all day long. God is good and He is the Great Physician, I pray that the doctors will also seek guidance from Him as they treat Baylor and for Rob and Risha to be strong and have Faith that God will bring them through this. If there is ANYTHING we can do to help your family, please don't hesitate to cal. 4285451
Much love and prayers are coming their way!

Jill, Cameron and Lacie McElveen

Mommy Causey said...

Dani, Please give Rob,Risha and Bridges a huge hug from our family, we will be praying for them constantly. Please keep us posted on his condition! I have no doubt that he will rise above this and recover quickly, children always find a way!

Anonymous said...

Please know we are passing along this prayer request to everyone! I am so sick thinking about precious little Bayler having to go through this. We are praying and believing for healing. -Bill, Kelli, Parker, Ayden & Griffin

Beth Goff said...

I am SO sorry! We are praying and all of Northern California is praying too! :)

Kacy said...

Danielle, I know that so many things are going on right now and they have so much to take in. Kacy visited them last night, and assured them that they could call on her anytime, as she and Kate are living right there in Columbia. Let them know that they can certainly call us for anything as well.

Something that they may not have thought of yet, but Mel and I stayed at the Ronald McDonald House in Charleston when Mary Clare was going through all of her trials. (Simply because it was so close to her.) It was such a blessing for us. I looked up the Richland Ronald McDonald house and it is just across the street from Richland Memorial Hospital, where they are. I know this is a lot to absorb, but honestly, the Ronald McDonald House was truly, truly a place of comfort for us. If they desire, meals are provided, washing machines and dryers (free of charge) are available and the rates are extremely low. Most importantly, parents having to endure exactly what they are going through are there, too. Which, at a time of such confusion and pain, brings such peace and comfort. What was once a place chosen by us merely out of proximity became a place of such comfort that God provided for us. For that we will always be so very thankful. I know this is a ton, but I wanted to let you know so you could pass it along. We are constantly in prayer for your family. Love, Kerri

Missy said...

Danielle, They have been in my constant prayers. I can not even imaging how terrified Rob and Risha are right now. We are all more than willing to do ANYTHING to help them. Actually most of the people I have talked to want to do something but don't know what to do. I just know in my heart that God will grant a full recovery from this. Please call me if I can do anything!!! 803-428-8971

Betsy Marchant said...

Dani-
I've never met little Baylor, but have been thinking about him since you first posted the bad news. I will be praying for him and your family!

Sandi said...

Oh Dani! I am speachless... Praying for a complete healing and a miracle from the Creator.

How did your brother know Bayler was sick? What kind of symptoms does he have?

Misty and Adam said...

Dani, Baylor and your entire family have been in my constant thoughts and prayers. I cannot imagine what Rob and Risha are feeling right now, what shock it must be. I am praying for a full recovery for Bayler and for guidance and support for Rob and Risha. Please let me know if you need ANYTHING at all!! Love, Adam and Misty

Christa said...

My heart breaks for them. We will pray daily for healing.

Lindsay Adams said...

Danielle,

Lindsay and I will be praying for Bayler and for God to heal him completely and to comfort the entire family. We have contacted many others to join in praying for him and we trust in God's plan.
Love, Brian and Lindsay Adams

Berta said...

Your entire family is our thoughts and prayers!!
Berta and Richard Turner

Bree said...

I can't imagine what your family is going through. It broke my heart when Mom told me. Your family is in our prayers.

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The Trotter Family said...

Precious Danielle, I am so sad to hear about this and have been praying and thinking about your family. I cannot even imagine what you must be going through and will continue to lift your family to the Lord in earnest prayer. Love to you.

Toby, Cari, Cade and Ainsley

Laura Rogers said...

Oh, Dani!!! I'm so sad and shocked. I can't imagine what they are going through right now. I am praying for them and Bayler and I hope everything will get better over time. I'm so sorry!!!