"Mom...I am so fortunate that so many people pray for me...."

Dear Family and Friends,

This is too precious not to share. This is just a glimpse of Cody's humble, thoughtful and sweet character.

Tonight, after reading with Cody, I was was explaining to Cody how important it is for him to pray to God directly, to give thanks and to ask God, for himself, for complete healing, not just me or dad thanking and asking. We continued with our prayers: Thanking God for His many blessings, praying for complete healing for Cody..to bless our sleep and our day tomorrow...etc I was just about to say amen, in which Cody usually chimes in with his "amen", when he stopped me.

He reflectively said, "Mom...I am so fortunate that so many people pray for me...." As he really thought about it, he was overcome with gratitude...just picturing in his mind the hundreds, maybe thousands, of people praying for him. This was just too much for him to absorb. He was humbled to tears. I asked him if they were joyful tears. He shook his head yes. Such a tender, tender moment.

Then he asked, "What about all of the other children that are sick and all of the nurses that take care of them? ....especially the ones on the third floor. (oncology floor) Don't they need a lot of prayer too?" Yes, indeed, they do. Amen. Would you please say a special prayer for all cancer kids and the nurses who care for them?.....for Cody?

Had to share this as he (we) are so very, very grateful for your faithful prayers and kindness and the profound affect you all have on us through your acts of kindness and prayer. We so appreciate you staying steady with us through this amazing, turbulent journey.

With Much Gratitude,

The Days