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Comment on Nifurtimox by Making a Difference – Giving Away $30,000 from 2011 | Because of Ezra

Making a Difference – Giving Away $30,000 from 2011 | Because of Ezra — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:44:40 +0000

[...] first met Dr Sholler when working through Ezra’s treatment in Orlando, in October of 201o. She was working on a trial of a drug called Nifurtimox (now in Phase II) in treating neuroblastoma [...]

Comment on Charley by Mariah

Mariah — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:59:41 +0000

I was so happy to read a Charley update! He is too cute! It really must be tough to do all of that, and I truly admire you two, even if now it just seems like daily life to you. I hope to read more updates soon, and I hope all of you have a wonderful, happy, healthy New Year! (:

Comment on Charley by Jamie

Jamie — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:53:43 +0000

Thank you so much for sharing this Kyle! There is so much science that kept this little guy alive, all the Doctor’s did… but then I think of his amazing will to live & fight through things we will never experience or understand. When I think about this I am blown away with what a miracle baby he is! I can’t wait to hear of his continued progress! Thanks again for sharing it means so much!

Comment on Charley by Jerry

Jerry — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:47:07 +0000

Praying daily for Charley’s progress. Will pray that he gets to the “developmentally normal” point sooner. Thanks for sharing his progress. He’s a precious child.

Comment on Charley by Brenna

Brenna — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 05:28:02 +0000

My daughter has a brain condition (a Chiari Malformation) that made it difficult for her to eat and keep down most foods from shortly after birth. She had a very restricted diet and limited eating opportunities until she had surgery at 21 months old. Although her condition was quite different (and not as challenging) as Charley’s, I wanted you to know that now, at age 5, she is finally pretty much a “good eater,” eating a hotdog in a bun for the first time just the other day! She tries samples of food at the grocery store and loves Tootsie Rolls.

Charley is lucky to have you. And some day, you’ll be past the most difficult of the medical mumbo jumbo, and hopefully he too will be eating hot dogs and tootsie rolls. Best wishes to you.

Comment on a year without Ezra by Michelle

Michelle — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 04:42:35 +0000

Ezra’s life still does impact mine. I meant to remember the one year anniversary! Thinking of your family at this time of year and I wanted to make sure you knew Ezra is still touching lives a year later. You had posted once that either nothing matters or everything matters. That, combined with your story, has challenged my faith and put things into an Eternal perspective. Thank you for allowing your son’s life to work out for the good of those who love the Lord. I know it wasn’t a good thing that happened, but I am indebted to your faith which allowed it to produce good!

Comment on Charley by Joy

Joy — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 23:22:45 +0000

So So So So happy he is doing so well. I just love his smile, he melts my heart! happy holidays matthews family!

Comment on Charley by Melissa

Melissa — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 19:43:58 +0000

what a handsome guy! And such a sharp dresser it appears! I came across your blog through your organization, and am without words for your families strength, courage, and commitment to family. Charley is so incredibly lucky to have parents who are filled with as much love as the two of you are. I pray that your family continues to gain peace and comfort…and hope the two of you get a little rest!

Comment on Charley by Sami

Sami — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:44:59 +0000

Sweet adorable little boy!! Thanks for the update:) LOve you guys!!

Comment on Charley by Peggy

Peggy — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:32:20 +0000

I am sending prayers for your family and will pray that Charley is able to eat on his own some day and is able to do what every other child can. And if he has to have surgery that it goes well for him and he has a fast recovery! God bless all of you!