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UPDATE ON JOSHUA
I am feeling a bit numb - Joshua has just been to see the orthopedic surgeon. The infection has not cleared. He has been put on another course of antibiotics. The surgeon is giving it another three months for the bone to start knitting together. If there is no change then Josh will have his leg amputated. It has been in the back of our minds all along but now suddenly it could be a reality. It has been advised that Josh sees a councillor.
My dear grandson has been through so much. Hugs Sarah.
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02 Apr 2013
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My heart is breaking for your grandson. So much to go through so young. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his entire family. I will pray that the next 3 months so much much improvement and hopefully avoid an amputation.
God be with you and Joshua
Hugs
Lois W.
God be with you and Joshua
Hugs
Lois W.
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Your words mean so much - thank you Lois. We all just have to stay positive.
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Sarah, I cant imagine your worry............try to stay positive. Its very good for him to have counselling. Sending lots of huge cyber hugs and many wishes for Joshua's bone to start knitting together very soon.
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My word, is it ever going to stop for this boy unfortunate boy. Praying that things improve and that he does not need amputation. Praying for you as well for the strength you will all need to support each other during these hard times
hugs
Michelle
hugs
Michelle
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This is not the best of news but there is still hope and I pray for you all in this frighting time ahead.
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Sarah, This is not so good news. I hope the antibiotics will work help. He is still so young to be suffering like this. Sending prayers for good recovery.
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I'm so sorry for so much misery and going on for so long. More prayer...
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Being through so many surgeries in such a short time has weakened his immune system and the extra time the doctors are giving him I pray for a miracle that his body will begin to recover and heal.
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I was really hoping the last surgery would be his last. Please give him my best wishes and remind him to concentrate on what is in his best interests. He is a young man and has many avenues to realize his full potential.
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Apr 2, 2013 - what awful news - perhaps there is still time for it to heal properly. My prayers for you.
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Prayer for peace and comfort for you all as well as healing for him -- both mind and body.
Hugs
Hugs
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basketkase
02 Apr 2013
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Oh goodness, Sarah........that poor child!! Will continue with positive vibes to you over the ocean!!!
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grandmamek
02 Apr 2013
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Ny thoughts and prayers for Joshua, I do hope the antibiotics clear things up quickly. Hugs, Mary
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I am so sorry to hear this, it is devistating news, but keep the faith, doctors often give the worst case scenariors so the patient and family is prepared. So hold tight to faith and prayers.
I have a nephew who lost his leg in a terrible car wreck and has a prosthetic. He lives a very normal life, jumps on the tramp, rides a motorcycle, the whole bit. We forget he has lost his leg.
I have a nephew who lost his leg in a terrible car wreck and has a prosthetic. He lives a very normal life, jumps on the tramp, rides a motorcycle, the whole bit. We forget he has lost his leg.
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oh Sarah this is a shock to hear it again said outloud but faith can move mountains, I will keep you all in my prayers. Hugs Loralye
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Sarah keep the faith, and remember God is in control, You are both in my prayers. I know this was a bitter pill for you to swallow and my heart aches for you./ Much love Lillian
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God bless this poor child. I can't imagine how this is affecting your entire family. Please help him to be strong and look to God for perfect healing. Maybe you would also get a second opinion. There are some super drugs out there and other things to try, also. My prayers for all of you.
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Please forgive me for not writing a note to each of you but I just do not feel up to it. It is early morning and I haven't slept well. Thank you for your wonderful words - you have reduced me to tears. Thank you all you wonderful Cuties for just being here - you all mean so much to me.
Cyber hugs to all + flowers. Sarah.
Cyber hugs to all + flowers. Sarah.
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Dear Sarah, I am so sorry to read this. I have only come on this afternoon and saw your post. I thought it was the post previously and couldn't believe it when I read that he has had another relapse. I do pray that his bones will heal and we all know how much you love and care for him and the family. God listens to our prayer requests and I know he has been bombarded from us Cuties with Joshua. May God continue to heal and care for all who are affected by Josh's condition. Love and blessings Chris
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Oh Sarah so sorry to read this. I hoped so much that the healing has started with the last treatment. Is there any way to push his self-healing process? Accupuncture? Special food? Physical therapy? Swimming?
Wish him all the best and also the hole family
Greetings, Bettina
Wish him all the best and also the hole family
Greetings, Bettina
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Have just spoken to Joshua on the phone. We did not dwell on the subject and he is very positive. He said he is so looking forward to seeing me when I go to Johannesburg next week for his mum's 40th. birthday. He and I have such a bond as he is my first grandchild.
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That is a great attitude for him. Tell him we are all praying and pulling for him! I understand about the first. My grandmother always said that I made her grand and then great!
Oh! how lovely is that Jerrilyn! I must remember that one. Love and blessings Chris
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I pray that all goes well and he does not have to loose his leg. We are all keeping him in our hearts and prayers.
Hugs Jerri
Hugs Jerri
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Oh Please make sure he has the best possible doctors and maybe get a second opinion before if it needs to be amputated. You and he are in my thoughts...