Have a friend who's 9 year old son went in for appendix but the dr wasn't happy with what he found. They did some more tests and found a mass growing around his heart and part of his lung. They think it is is a lymphoma and will be doing a biopsy on Monday. Please pray for Adler and his family.
Prayers lifting up this young boy and his family.
Father wrap your hands around this young man and be with his doctors and nurses treating him.
Prayer sent. Hope they caught it early.
Prayers from here...
My 12 yrd old son and I will pray for the little boy.
Aww, Benson. :( Prayers that this trial will strengthen this family, the child and they will walk closer in Faith with the Great Physician.
Lord in your Mercy, hear our prayers for healing of young Adler.
prayers sent
Prayers sent. Maybe the appendix was Gods way to stear the doctor towards another problem to be taken care of.
Prayers sent.
They have the biopsy report back and Adler has a t cell lymphoma. They caught it before it spread to the bones where it would have turned to leukemia so that is a blessing. They are going to do tests on the spinal fluids today to see if it has spread to the brain so continue hard prayer for Adler and family. Right now Adler is looking at 2 years of chemo so you who have gone through that know what he and family are up against. Thank you for your prayers.
Man, that is so hard to read, but as James and Paul write, give thanks even in adversity.
So praises in that it has not settled into the bones and Prayers continue for no spinal/brain involvement.
Lord in your Mercy...hear our prayers.
My wife and I were at our grand daughter's 8th grade graduation last night. At each graduation Jeff who is the 8th grade teacher/sponsor and the father of Adler gets up and tells special stories about each of the graduates before he calls them up to receive their diplomas. For each one he encourages them to use their gifts for Jesus and tells them how proud he is of their growth. He broke down in tears as he expressed his joy for one who had been baptized this year. He left his wife, his older son, and Adler at the hospital to be there for these kids and loves each one.
Thanks for sharing that Benson.
I goes to prove that following Christ doesn't guarantee an easy or peril-free life.
...at least in this Realm, but then we ARE guaranteed another life that lasts forever.
Continued prayers for God's strength, mercy, love and grace to fortify these good people and bring Adler through this difficult situation victorious!
prayers sent.
Had my first Chemo Session today. My family and I will include the young man in our prayers.
Prayers for you too LocDoc
still praying for Adler and his family and now for Locdoc as well.
Amen, more folks daily fighting the malise.
Prayers for God's wisdom and strength for all affected...
Just found out that the test to see if it had spread to the brain came back negative so that is good news. Also they started Adler on chemo and he felt good enough that they let him go home. Thank you all for your prayers!
That sounds like Hope in any language! Thanks for sharing, Benson.
Prayers continue for complete eradication all all bad cells and strength for Adler and his family through this tough haul.
Found this from Adler's mom on his carepage. Thank you all for your prayers, he has been strengthened.
QuoteAdler also started chemotherapy today. As soon as his spinal tap was over, he got up right away to go to the bathroom. As I was asking him, "Adler, are you sure you feel like getting up?" He assured me by saying, "Mom, I feel like I have the energy of twelve people."
May that energy be the Holy Spirit bouying up the young man for whatever lies ahead. Attitude. IT's what makes the devil tremble!
Tears of Joy for such a Big Little Man! Prayers continue.
Here's another note from Adler's mom today. Your prayers continue to bring strength and healing. Thank you.
"Today was another great day! Adler was excited to see all his friends at school! His doctor's appointment went well. We met another oncologist today. There are six oncologists on the team at UNMH--we have met four of them. The doctor was very generous with his time--we appreciated his thoughtful and thorough answers to our questions. Adler's labs came back looking good, so we are on schedule for the spinal tap tomorrow. Pray that things go as smoothly as the first, and for Jeff because it is his turn to be in the room during the procedure. Tonight, Adler played basketball with the neighbors and a little bit of baseball with his dad. Adler has been wanting a mohawk (since he was five he informed me) so tonight we gave him his new 'do! He looks as cute as ever--definitely a picture we will post as soon as we download the pictures off our phone. Adler is editing my post...he does not want me refering to him as "cute." I take back ever saying it! (Yes, my fingers are crossed)
One of the drugs he is taking is really firing up his appetite--he is planning on getting up at 11:00 pm to finish off the barbeque ribs from dinner because he can not eat any breakfast! I think Jeff is on duty for that, too!"
Fantastic!!!!!!
There a long way from outa the woods, but that brings tears of joy--just reading the hope in Mom's words. Thank you, Jesus!
Prayers continue for a great recovery and all glory to Him.
My family will keep you in our prayers.A good friend of mine is fighting the lymphoma beast head on at this time.His was not discovered before it made it into his bones.Keep the strength for your friend and his son.There will be trying times ahead, but there IS hope.
Here's another note from Adler's mom. Hope these updates are helpful and encourage you in your prayers.
QuoteBlessings abound! Adler's spinal tap and chemo went very smoothly today. The spinal tap was done in the clinic, and it was a much more relaxed atmosphere. Jeff was eager to watch the entire procedure--I was happy to sit in my chair and watch Adler's "handsome" face! It is amazing to me the support that is available to families faced with a cancer diagnosis...it seems to me that someone has thought of everything. Adler was a champ again, and his infusion/chemo went smoothly as well. We stopped by school to round up some last minute things for report cards, and Adler went out and played on the playground. We are hoping he feels well enough to go to closing chapel--if he does, he is going to play "The Lamb" on the piano with Mrs. Walquist. They had been planning to play before school ended, and when she saw him at school today she asked him if he felt up to it. We will see what the morning brings, but he is excited about the possibility. Today when our principal went to the Post Office to mail a package, the man behind the counter asked,"Who are we praying for?" when he saw the pin Mr. Angell was wearing with Adler's picture on it. When Mr. Angell told him, the gentleman took out a prayer list from his pocket and added Adler's name to it. We have been so inspired by prayer warriors--the ones we know, and the ones we won't meet until heaven...What a reunion! What a privilege we have been given to tap into God's power on behalf of others. How amazing that He hears and answers every single prayer according to His will! How secure does it feel to know we are safe in His arms!
Whew... there is a couple and family that has figured out what is important and why...
Prayers continue for some amazing folks in a devilish situation.
Wow,, Godbless, and Best Wishes.
Here's the latest update. BTW your prayers are helping, Thanks!
QuoteToday we had the first of four appointments this week. Today was a home health care visit to draw labs to check Adler's sodium levels (We didn't get any results back by this evening, so hopefully they will have the results by morning). Tomorrow is a big day! Usually a pet scan is not done until the end of the induction period (in Adler's case the first thirty-five days). Research has shown that chemotherapy can put a pretty big dent in the growths related to lymphoma in a short amount of time. Tomorrow Adler has a pet scan to see how much the tumor in his chest has shrunk as well as the other areas infected. I can hardly wait to see how the Lord's healing hand has been at work! Please pray that God will amaze all of us, and that Adler's appetite will be supressed in the morning so that he isn't miserable in the time leading up to his scan at 10:00. (He is eating....scrambled eggs as I am writing this post...SURPRISE!!!)
Ethan and Adler danced to their new favorite CD "Crazy Frog" for an hour straight this afternoon (Thanks Rhonda) with sweat just dripping from their bodies. Tonight they played catch in the street just like they always have. Adler was even accessed (meaning the needle and tubing are inserted into his port from the outside of his skin--like in his mohawk picture)! He has had such a normal level of energy that we are even going to ask the doctor if he can make an appearance in tomorrow's game. We are prepared for the logical answer--but it doesn't hurt to ask. Maybe tomorrow will be full of surprises!
LORD WE ARE LIFTING UP OUR LITTLE BROTHER AND HIS FAMILY THIS MORNING TO ASK YOU TO SHOW FORTH THE HEALING YOU HAVE DONE TO HIS LITTLE BODY. We ask you to control him desire for food till after the test in the morning and that you allow the doctors to say he can dress for the game. We know all of these things are important to this family and to the little fellow as well. We know that you are the one who has allowed the healing and given us the knowledge to be able to treat this tumor. I would ask that you do all of these things not so much for those who are close to this but for all of those who don't know you as their Lord and Savior so that they will see you thru all of this. Your power has shone and will continue to shine in this thing. Thank you for this web site that allows us to share with one another our burdens and sorrows. I thank you for all you do thru this site and for all those who pray for us. Lord again I lift up this little fellow and all who are affected by this. It is in your name that I ask these things believing that you will do them according to your will,,,,Amen. Thanks and God bless your and yours...........Dusty
Amen to prayer warrior Rookie@51's prayer.
Adler and family: Keep the Son in your eyes!
prayers sent
Good news. :archer:
"It's quarter to ten and we just walked in from finishing our dinner at Dions--what a great way to celebrate having BOTH :) our boys on the field again at the same time!!! The oncologist today said to have Adler play if he felt like playing--and play he did! He sat the first two innings, played two innings at center field, and then played two innings at his favorite position--second base! He got on base with a walk, and came home scoring a run. Second time up at bat, he struck out....but who's complaining? It was a great evening, sitting in the stands with friends, cheering on the boys!
This morning's appointment went well. Adler's sodium is still down, the oncologist didn't seem too concerned as it can be a side effect from one of the chemo drugs. He said it is good to know how Adler's body responds to the drug, because it is one of the drugs he will be getting a lot of in other phases of his treatment. The pet scan went well--the liquid that Adler had to drink was disgusting, but once again he drank it like a champ. I read to him this time during the scan so the test passed fairly quickly. We will get the results of the scan on Thursday when we go in for his clinic visit/chemo. The doc was nice and had the nurses draw his labs for tomorrow today, so tomorrow we have the day off! Looking forward to that!!! Thanks for the prayers...Tomorrow I will upload some pictures of the breakfast burrito Adler had after his scan today as well as some of the baseball pictures from tonight!!! God is SO GOOD!!!"
What a neat lady and great Mom! Its a joy to pray for this family...
Lord in your mercy...
Here's a picture of Adler with his new mohawk
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Lord thank you for answering our prayers on all accounts. We are undeserving of this much mercey and yet you still give this to us. Thank you for showing yourself in control and reminding us that our request do not fall on deaf ears as you are always listening to your children when they call out to you. I am reminded thru Your word that You want us to cast our cares upon You for You care for us. 1 Peter 5:7; But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear Him and His righteousness to children's children Psalms 103:17. Lord you have spoken to my heart and those who have lifted this family up in prayer. Thank you for once again confirming that our faith is not in vain and that our hope of eternal life stands as a reward to us as faithful service. I love you Lord Amen. Thanks for the update. Dusty
Here's a Praise God update on Adler. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PRAYERS!!! (btw thats a praise shout)
God is so amazing and God is so faithful! Today our doctor's visit was filled with amazing news. One doctor said, "You don't get a report better than this," and the oncologist said, "The results from the scan were an out of the park grand slam!!" The initial scan that Adler had prior to his diagnosis showed a mass that started way up by his clavical and filled a good portion of his chest cavity on the left side. There were several other "hot spots" on the initial scan as well. Today, when we looked at the scan, the doctor explained that there is only a residual mass--meaning there is tissue remaining where the mass used to be but the wonderful news is that already THE PET SCAN DID NOT PICK UP ANY METABOLIC ACTIVITY AKA ACTIVE CANCER CELLS!!! THE WORDS "COMPLETE METABOLIC RESPONSE TO TREATMENT" is a new scientific version of "PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW!!!" Today my tears are tears of awe, of thanksgiving, of praise, of relief. Adler still has a long haul in front of him--nothing changes as far as his treatment is concerned. Today is reminder that we have a God that still performs mircles--and we are so blessed that Adler is a walking example of one!
Praise Him!
All my prayers to the kid with the mohawk.
Tears of joy are shared for Adler and his family.
Thank you, Jesus!
Adler just let his mom know that his hair was falling out so now he's hawkless but shiny. He is also watching some of the changes to his body that are happening. He will look at himself in the mirror and sometimes giggle and sometimes just look. Tough kid with a strong heart. He helps me keep things in perspective.
Thanks for the continued prayers.
Kids. If we were all as resilient and tough as the children we think we protect. There was a reason Jesus asked to have them come to him... He knew! :)
I'm glad He's a LOT older than I am so I'm still a kid to Him.
:) Good point! :)
Prayers for Adler
Adler getting into the text round of chemo which is even tougher on them because the cancer is in remission. But the Drs say he has to go through all 5 stages to be sure it's totally gone. Here's the latest update from Adler's dad. As always thank you for your prayers.
QuoteWe were warned about that 8:30 am appointment turning into an all day affair.Thanks Kris! We checked in at 8:30 this morning and did not leave the hospital until 2:45. Welcome to clinic days with infusion. Thankfully, the nurses, doctors, social workers, and children's cancer fund folks have become another family. I think days like today could be really bad if the people at UNMH were not so darn nice.
Today we had a resident do Adler's spinal tap under the supervision of our doctor. Fortunately, they do teach these new or soon to be doctors something. I have concluded that it isn't the University of Nothing Much. He did a great job. All in all today went well. Adler is handeling the chemo ok tonight.
Speaking of chemo, Adler's doctors and nurses said this next round, which he started today would really kick his bum. I guess it really affects blood counts. We humbly ask that you all pray for strength for Adler and that God would continue this miracle of strength and healing. We also send out a reminder to pray for the doctors, nurses and support staff at your local hospitals.
I know a month ago as I looked out the window of the hospital from the 6th floor watching cars zoom by on the street below that I never gave it a second thought about what families were going through in that building as I passed by. I have vowed to say a quick prayer each time I pass a hospital. So many people hurting, and as we found out, so many without brothers and sisters in Christ praying for them. Which is why we continue to lift you up in prayer. We thank God for you and your faithfulness.
God is GOOD!!!
Tomorrow Anna will return with her posts. Much love to each of you.
What a loving, neat family. Benson, praises and thanks for sharing their experience with us.
I am humbled by his challenge to pray for the medical staff. I've been thumb wrestling the staff at Dad's nursing facilty so much, I forget to try to pray for them. I've grown far too protective amidst the ongoing mis-steps and forgot to's. :(
Forgive me my narrow-minded single purposeness, Lord, and keep these over-worked, often neglected care-givers in your Grace and Protection. Amen.
Special prayers for Adler to again shock the medical community with the Lord's protection and healing touch through this next stage of treatments. May this fine lad keep strong.
Thanks David. I too struggle to pray for those who are difficult and I add myself to your prayer.
Looks like this batch of chemo is tough on Adler.
QuoteAdler has been under the weather most of today. He has felt nauseated, and he has had a pretty bad headache. He threw up once this afternoon, and he hasn't had much of an appetite. Fortunately, he has slept a lot. He still had enough energy tonight to beat me at a game of UNO... The nurse came and gave him his chemo while Ethan and I were at church--Jeff said he slept through most of it. Tomorrow evening is the last dose of this type of chemo...until Thursday when we start the four day process again. He is also getting chemo every night in the form of a pill--he gets that medication for the first fourteen days of the consolidation phase. Only 10 more days to go! Tonight at church we sang about God being the "defender of the weak." Weak adequately describes Adler's physical condition, but it brings me a lot of comfort knowing God will help him fight his cancer every step of the way. Strength definitely will rise as we "wait upon the Lord"!
prayers sent for healing and strentgh......
We must continue to thank God for the work He has done and for the work that He will continue to do in the future. I wonder who will or has been touched by this ordeal that you and your family are going thru. I was brought to Christ by the cancer of a lady that I met while working in the EMS around 25 years ago. She lost her battle with the stuff (pickles) but she won eternal life with our Father. I won eternal life thru what she showed forth in her battle. We both won after it was all said and done. Thank God. I am still praying for ya'll. Dusty
Benson, these posts from this amazing family always humble me to read and bring a tear. They seem to be where I would like to be in my walk of faith.
Prayers continue for them all to stand in the armour of God through this ordeal and prayers for strength and peace for Adler and His will to be done and accepted by all.
My prayers are sent
God Bless
Prayers sent
Dear Lord please grant peace & healing comfort to this young man & his family. Be also with Scott as he constructs his health again. Lead them all with your reassurance and guidance.