tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72337274167214897242024-03-13T09:47:35.536-07:00Everyone for EvanEvan Moss's Fight Against CancerHeatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03666021142859310290noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7233727416721489724.post-57464639902112817532017-05-22T11:37:00.000-07:002017-05-22T11:38:50.808-07:00Some people never meet their Hero. I gave birth to mine...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Is that a little strong to say? Not in the least. Have you met Evan? He just completed round 11 of his now "maintenance chemo". This young man is defying all the odds. In my eyes, he is an absolute miracle. There's no other way to describe it when you know the physical shape he was in and with all the tests showing how much it had spread. He has worked dang hard and has gained 40 pounds back. And that cough that was so constant and violent, is virtually gone. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Evan is a dedicated athlete and works out at the gym 7 days a week, 2 hours a day. He eats a strict diet for body building along with his friend Zac. He "looks" like a healthy and strong young man. And yes, he still has cancer. But you won't "see" it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One day, he rode his bike to the gym, did his workout and then rode back home. It was a super windy day and a little rough on the return home. We heard him cough a couple times. Dale and I looked at each other and had this "aha" moment. We realized that he literally has not been coughing at all and that was the first time we heard him cough in quite some time. That is huge. He is doing phenomenally. Evan is like his old self. It's truly incredible. He will probably indefinitely have to continue his chemo maintenance every 3 weeks. There is a chance that his body will become immune to the treatment at some point and then he would need to switch to an alternative treatment. It's kind of like when a certain antibiotic no longer works for you and you need to switch to another kind.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A question he, and all of us, gets asked all the time is if he is in remission. The doctor says no. That it never will be. On the bright side, he says, we are treating this like Diabetes. You take the necessary care of your body the way you would with that. If one medicine stops working for you, you try another. And, he reminds us that many people live long productive lives as long as they keep a handle on their Diabetes. New meds and treatments are always coming out and that is what has allowed those with Diabetes to live "normal" and longer lives. Well, it's the same for Evan. The chemo is doing it's job and has shrunk the cancer. It will not completely go away, but it has brought it to a "manageable" stage. And, most importantly, Evan is living life almost like before his diagnosis. They found one new spot on his brain, however, the doc's are just watching it because it is so small. And, it could very well be just a bunch of blood vessels that have adhered to each other. It's also not in a place that is concerning to them. In June, he will have another brain MRI to followup on that. He will also have another Pet scan to see how the cancer is doing. But as of right now, his blood cancer markers continue to go down. That has slowed down a bit and that is exactly as expected.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So what else is Evan up to? He got to take a trip of a lifetime with Braden, Jordan and Parker to Germany, Amsterdam, London, Paris, and the Eiffel Tower.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">He completed this last semester at Dixie State University and has decided to take the summer off. He's joined a bowling league this summer with some of his buddies and guess what he bowled last week. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">A 279! Can you believe that? SO close to a perfect game of 300.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This organization was extremely generous to Evan. They contacted Steve and worked out a "Hunt of a Lifetime" experience for Evan. It's supposed to be a sure thing that he will get a Deer. It's extremely hard to get your name pulled in the lottery nowadays. He had no idea and was quite surprised. Now, he can't wait for that time to roll around. That brings back great memories of hunting with his dad, brothers and grandpa Moss.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Garrett and Madi have moved in with us and this has been a real treat for all of us. Evan moved his work station back home and works downstairs with Garrett. It's great that they get to be together. Jackson is loving having them here as well. They are so good to him too. We absolutely love having them here. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The last couple months we've also had 2 of Evan's step-brothers get married. Pretty fantastic days as well. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06080200782671184620noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7233727416721489724.post-39632000676014618332017-03-14T23:49:00.002-07:002017-03-16T09:05:37.518-07:00His name is Evan Moss and not even cancer is going to stop him.<span style="font-size: large;">You know, it's kinda weird cuz I get on to blog and it's hard to go "backwards." I actually keep "notes" in my phone so it will help me remember what to tell you all who are following Evan's progress. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Where were we....Ah, yes! There was the Super Bowl Party with Devin Dixon which was phenomenal!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was also just about time for the benefit concert, James the Mormon. I need to back up just a tad before that to bring you up to speed on some new info that has impacted our family. Around that time, (the end of January) we got the news that Evan's grandpa, (my dad) was diagnosed with cancer. Initially, they thought it was stage 2-3 but a Pet scan determined it was stage 4. How is it even possibly that TWO people in my immediate family have stage 4 cancer at the same time? I mean, really? At this point, I have to admit...I needed to attend a support group. <span style="font-size: small;"></span>My dad has started chemo and has had a 2nd treatment as of this writing. He didn't want to tell me because he didn't want us to worry about him when he knew we were focused on Evan. My goodness! <span style="font-size: small;"> </span>I got to go down to California and visit with my dad and, yes, he's lost a lot of weight but he "looked" good to me. It was a wonderful visit. And naturally, getting his life story on video has become a much higher priority while his health is still good and he feels good enough to talk about it. So far, the chemo is working and he says it is shrinking the tumor. He also feels better. We'll celebrate that too! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">That same week was the benefit concert on Saturday. The day before, Evan got a fever of 103.5. We were instructed to take him immediately to the ER. Turns out he had Coronavirus. With his immune system being compromised, he couldn't go to the concert. He can't be around anyone who is sick. For him, the consequences are much more dangerous than for you or me. They got him on an antibiotic and he got better. Talk about scary times! They ran every test under the sun, which I was quite grateful for. The James the Mormon concert was absolutely amazing, a total blast and a huge success. There were TONS of people, food trucks and the energy was off the charts! It was so uplifting and a much needed diversion.</span> <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">A heartfelt thank you to St. George Kids Dental, Oral & Facial Surgery Institute, Burke Orthodontics, James the Mormon, Vault Kalamity AND the Food Trucks! They raised $4,000.00 for his medical expenses.</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As of right now, Evan has had 2 maintenance chemo treatments which will continue every 2 weeks. The doctor decided to keep him on 2 meds instead of one. He seems to be handling it quite well. AND, better news still....his blood work keeps improving! He has a brain MRI coming up in a couple weeks to follow up on the radiation treatment he had. Hopefully, it will follow suit!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, you want to hear about a chance of a lifetime? Evan is currently on a trip. And you know where to? Germany! He got the "thumbs up!" from his doctor. You have to understand how HUGE this is! A few months ago, his health could not handle a change in elevation with his lungs so to be able to FLY in an airplane... is big time, amazing! He has a very generous great life-long friend, Parker Ferris, and his wife, Aspyn Ovard, who were able to pull this off.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Evan, and a few of his close buddies, Jordan Evans, Braden Olson, Parker and Aspyn, are on this amazing adventure. They are going to Germany, Amsterdam, London, and Paris. And another cool thing is, that they are supposed to be able to see two baseball childhood friends while they are there serving on missions . Dylan Draper is in Germany and Justice Santiago is in London. How cool is that?</span> <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, let's go to today. My thoughts today can't help but be quite reflective. Here they are...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gosh, time is so precious in a way that has complete new meaning since all of this. Not just "time," but words such as "strength," "determination," and "sheer will." I look at Evan and he's a "pillar of strength" in a variety of ways. This young man, took the worst news and yes, of course, it devastated him beyond words. It pained him so deeply as he and all of us tried to make sense of something you can't possibly make any sense of. Our hearts were physically aching and breaking from the diagnosis. Now, 6 months later. I sit and I marvel. I am in "awe". I don't know how he has done this. But I do know this. I'm sure it's a combination of things. I know that Evan is a monster fighter. He has something inside him that is triumphantly fighting every minute of every day. It's more than a miracle. He is inspiring. People are saying quite frequently now that when they see Evan, that he doesn't look close to anything like someone who has stage 4 cancer. At his last appointment, he mentioned this to his doctor and Evan's response was "That's the goal! (with his cute little smile). I wish he would let me show you how hard he has worked, but he won't. He's private that way. He's gaining weight (almost all of it back!) and his muscles are defined again. He has worked SO hard. This kid, and yes, I know he's a man, but a </span><em><span style="font-size: large;">young 21 year old, </span></em><span style="font-size: large;"> and he's our son, is a mighty work horse. It's like nothing is going to stop him. He is unstoppable. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">On the last blog, he started back at Dixie State University. He's taking the 10 credits and is keeping up. It's quite a bit of homework but one of his classes is accounting and we all know how consuming accounting can be just by itself, right? Then he goes and works some and then he hits the gym. Like clockwork. I look at Evan and then I look at myself and I see this kid who's defying all the odds. His body is "sick" and my body is not. And what am I doing with it? Some days I'm good and I hit the gym. It's really cool to be up there (on the 2nd floor) doing my thing and watching him down below with Zac Ivie and Jordan Evans doing their thing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It really makes you stop and think. It's like he's the "comeback kid." Or the pitcher you bring in when you need a comeback and to close up the game. He's #42, Jackie Robinson of the Dodgers only his name is Evan Moss and his number was always #9. He's "Smalls" from Sandlot; that's what they called him. Evan is inspiring and he gives hope. That's huge, isn't it? I know today... I spent a lot of time using words trying to "define" him at this juncture in this journey. He simply amazes me. I guess I don't have the words to adequately describe how absolutely incredible he is. And yet, I wonder...Does HE know it? Does he really KNOW the power of the miracle that lies within him? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">January 25th's chemo treatment went a little different than last time. Ok, a lot different. Last time, (January 4th) Evan had a reaction with the last medication they administered called Carboplatin. But we didn't realize it at the time. He thought that maybe it was just something he ate that went down the wrong way and he started coughing a lot, got red in the face, got kind-of clammy and his stomach felt funky. So we didn't think much of it and the nurses made sure he felt okay before they let him leave. But this time, just as they started to give it, Evan immediately felt those same symptoms. They had to stop it and give him a good amount of Benadryl by IV and his dad drove him home to sleep. The doctor explained that sometimes your body can only tolerate so much of these chemo meds and Evan's body was saying "I'm done" with that one. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So, what's next now that he's completed the initial 6 cycles of chemo? Well, he is scheduled for another Pet scan in about 2 weeks and that will determine the number of maintenance chemo meds he will need. He for sure will do the Avastin and the Pet scan will tell the doctor if he needs to keep the Premetrexed and do that combination which will be ongoing every 3 weeks. In addition to Pet scans every 3 months to keep a close eye on it. It's much less intense and he shouldn't get sick from these treatments or have side effects, from what we understand. Evan had his follow up with the Radiation Oncologist and appears to be doing well according to his cognitive and physical responses. The doctor agreed that it would be a good idea to repeat the brain MRI in 2 months. He lost a little round patch of hair from the radiation but you'd never know it cause his long hair covers it up so well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b style="font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">So, Devin Dixon is a rock star, I tell ya! He got this brilliant idea of doing a Super Bowl Party and it is this Sunday, February 5th. For details, </b><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Call 435-986-7171 for tix!</b></span><br style="background-color: white;" /><br style="background-color: white;" /><span style="background-color: white;">C<b>ome support local 21 year old Evan Moss' fight with cancer at The Falls Event Center and watch SB51! The party will be hosted by local sports personality Devin Dixon! There will be raffles, drawings, games, and all you can eat food! Proceeds go to Evan! Call now to reserve your spot! </b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">hip-hop rap music that is so fun, clean, and inspiring! We feel so overwhelmed and blessed that Burke Orthodontics, James the Mormon, and Vault Kalamity CHOSE to do a benefit concert on Evan's behalf for his fight against Lung Cancer. </span></div>
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This is my NEW favorite picture of Evan. This is the day before Thanksgiving at his Dad and Kim's. Also, Day 1 for his 3rd cycle of chemo. </div>
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Dale's cousin, Shonie Christensen, who is an All State Insurance agent, had a customer appreciation day where she bought all the seats for 2 theaters for the showing of the new Star Wars Rogue One movie for all her friends, clients, and family. SUPER DUPER COOL! (Dec. 17th)</div>
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Initially, they told us they had seen 4 spots and it would need to be treated with radiation. We went and had the consult and had to wait for good ol' insurance to approve to do the treatment option he chose. He chose the targeted treatment which would take place in 2 appointments. The doctor was thrilled they approved the one Evan chose because he wasn't so sure the insurance would. Given his age, this treatment made so much more sense. Then we had to wait for insurance approval AGAIN, because he needed to have an MRI with contrast that would take more precise measurements in smaller "cuts" and he needed to also have a mask made. </div>
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In all the years of my children's lives, we have never been the recipients of the 12 days of Christmas. We have NO clue who this family or group of people are but if you could have seen the boys eyes when they found this on the door step. They were so confused. We didn't even know what it was or how it really worked. Whoever these angels were, they were tricky and smart. Now we know how to pay it forward next year. </div>
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A very special Thank You to these Angels who thought of our family at this time. </div>
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There are MORE angels among us and I promised them I wouldn't post their picture. Our hearts were full as we opened the door and couldn't believe our eyes. We saw them come in one-by-one and they just kept coming with presents in hand to give Evan, Jackson, and Paul (our boys who live at home) and us Christmas. I wish I could describe to you the light and the joy that we could see AND feel from these angels who came through our door. It makes me tear up just when I think of it. We truly thank you for the Christmas spirit you brought into our home. Where's the emoji's for hearts? This is ALL so fitting because...</div>
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Evan's MOST favorite holiday of the year IS Christmas. And, it's not even about the gifts. Shortly after Halloween, he asked if I would put up Christmas early this year. I got right to work. Especially after he said, he would leave Christmas up all year round, if he had his choice. Well, guess what. The moment I heard that, this boy got that wish. He has his very own Christmas tree in his bedroom that will never come down. We love you, son! </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06080200782671184620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7233727416721489724.post-28969695127414606032016-11-12T17:40:00.000-08:002016-11-22T20:35:47.938-08:00Chemo...Round 2<span style="font-size: large;">Has it been 3 weeks since the 1st round? It sure has. These last 3 weeks have been a "watch and wait" kind of thing. We had to see how Evan's body was going to respond. This is new to us, but basically, he goes and gets labs drawn to see if his "numbers" are good and they leave the IV cath in. Then he visits with the best doctor ever, and then back to the chemo area and sits and waits as the nurse changes bag after bag administering the different chemo meds. One of the ones he gets is a shot for the cancer in his bones. The nurse made us all laugh when she asked where he wanted it (stomach or arm) and he chose his stomach (the 1st time). Anyways, she said she was supposed to inject it into his fat of which he has zero body fat. The medicine did not want to go in. She kept laughing cause she just couldn't believe how muscly he was and the resistance of it having no where to go. Which made us all laugh. He still had a 6 pack. It's kind of an interesting observation but I don't think there was anyone in there under probably 60 years old. Seriously...at least that day.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We now, we have an "idea" of what to expect and we hope it is doing its job. His bones were achy the first night and the next day he was generally ok. Day 3, he got a fever and was nauseated and just plain didn't feel good. Evan was very fatigued and he needed the rest. He hasn't been able to work and he knew immediately he needed to withdraw from school. There was no way he could keep up. He has spent a good deal of time in bed but he doesn't complain. You have to "drag" it out of him. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So here he sits...surrounded by love and some of those fantastic friends who keep making him smile that shy little smile of his.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This 2nd go-round has definitely been harder. Evan got sicker and has been down even more. Between beginning treatment and now, he has gone out when he can to try to have as much of a social life as he feels up to. Evan's friends are truly amazing. They have been here watching ball games, playing games on his Play Station 4, and sometimes just being with him keeping him company. They play softball, and while he can't run, he can swing the bat as best as he can. He tries to go the gym and he'll do whatever he can or even just hang with his buddies while they workout. This mom can not say enough good about these young men. They all have jobs and are going to school and they keep Evan engaged. As much as we as a family do everything we can, his friends are his friends and there are things that only THEY can do. And he needs them in a different way. They have been there every step of the way. Our hearts are filled with a profound gratitude for each one of them.We love you guys! #everyone4evan</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Meanwhile, back at home, Garrett and Madi were busy, busy! I helped where I could but this was <b>all</b> them. They worked night, day, and night trying to surprise Evan before he got back from the Dodger Playoff game in Cali. It was a huge labor of love.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">A very VERY special thank you to Garrett and Madi, Mark and Jessamy Bowie (Madi's parents), Madi's grandparents, and aunts and uncles. As well as donations from the great folks at Mark's work at Banyan, in Orem, Utah. Parker and Aspyn Ferris, two other dear friends, also helped in making his room complete.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06080200782671184620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7233727416721489724.post-65217676894537837202016-10-14T17:32:00.000-07:002016-11-03T20:44:23.806-07:002 of our Kids at 2 Different Hospitals<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Hopefully, you've had a chance to read the back story on the gofund me page. If not, I hope you'll take the time to do so. It pretty much sums up the how, what, and where of how our Everyone4Evan story began. </b> <span style="background-color: white; color: #5d5d5d;">https://www.gofundme.com/evanmoss </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>This boy is a winner!</b> He has really been through the ringer! While it's too extensive to tell you all he's had to go through, I can tell you he's had the fluid drained twice and then again during his surgery and hospital stay. The 1st time, (Sept. 9, 2016)they removed 3.3 liters! Yes, that's right. A whole Mountain Dew 2 liter bottle plus some! Only this one looks more Mountain Dew Code Red. How applicable, huh?</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>October 7, was a pretty intense day on so many levels.</b> It's 5:45am. Evan and his sister, Hailey, each had to be at their respective hospitals. Evan would be having his surgery to hopefully open up the collapsed lung and getting it to stay open and stick to the chest wall. Hailey, on the other hand, was down the street at the mother/baby hospital, and was 41 weeks pregnant. They were trying to see if they could get her labor going or if she would need to have a c-section. Dale and I and Steve and Kim were at the main hospital with Evan. Evan's thoracic surgeon came out after surgery and told us that the lung didn't cooperate as well as they were hoping and that we would know more by the next day. While that was a little disappointing, we were all anxious to get chemo started so we could face this cancer head on and knock it out. So while Evan was recovering from his surgery, sleeping most of the day away, Kim stayed <span id="goog_2047618529"></span>with him while Steve and I ran over to be with Hailey and Marty. Her delivery was quite a challenge, at best. In the end, we have a hearty and healthy 9 lb. 1 oz little boy named Logan and one very<span id="goog_2047618530"></span> tired mom. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>By this time, word was getting out about Evan.</b> His friends are what every parent prays for when their son is in need. One by one, they came and showed how much they care about what he is going through. It was a somber experience and it was great to have their very presence in his room. Those friends haven't stopped. They are the very essence of hope and uniting friendship.<span id="goog_1838545052"></span><span id="goog_1838545053"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Most of these friends have been friends since they were 8 years old playing baseball with the Indians and some have come into his life later. Irregardless, they are <b>strong</b> and they are <b>true examples</b> of what it means to be a friend. There have been so many acts of kindness. So many "meetings" and brainstorming of ideas on how to help Evan. Our hearts have been deeply touched. Some may think they are doing nothing much but it means the world to us. Things like Susan Larsen, setting up the gofundme page. THAT is no small task, I can promise you!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">To the boxes of Ensure from Scott and Renee Gibson to help Evan gain his weight back. To the room makeover of those who so generously donated and the time it took to plan and the hours to do. Garrett (Evan's older brother) and Madi spent hours upon hours giving his room a new look and things that will help him with his breathing. Thanks on that goes to Mark and Jessamy Bowie, Madi's parents and family. As well as Marks colleagues at work. And the gift cards to Orange Peel from Annette Graf, Dee </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Brklacich's neighbor</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">, so that he can have healthy nutritious drinks while his tastes change thru chemo. And then you have the high schools. At the Desert Hills High School football game, Ashlee File passed around a coffee tin for donations. And when Snow Canyon High School heard about it, they passed it around on their side too! Talk about melt our hearts. In all, they collected $800.00! Susan then reported that she was able to collect some more money from her bowling league that she's in at Sunset Bowl. Oh my gosh, people are SO good and they have no idea how much greatness they are doing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Then there are the visits from all the kids and even some parents. Dee and Mark Brklacich are truly like 2nd parents to Evan. Thru the years they have invited Evan on their family trips. And Brian and Julie Santiago and Scott Gibson. Their love for Evan is tangible. To the Lerman family, Ipson family, Bowie family, to the Reeder family, and Roland Lee for his artwork for one of the fundraisers. The Bott family, The Fee's, The Brown's, Summitt Athletic Club. And <b>every single</b> donation on gofundme. To the facebook messenger messages. To those who can't donate but can "share" the gofundme page. That is AWESOME and <b>we thank you!</b> And we ask you to share it again. Someone, somewhere in this world of friends connected thru facebook is someone who is waiting to help. There are SO many good people out there. This cancer isn't going to die out on its own. Everyone4Evan! We <b>feel</b> your love and concern. For this, words are not enough. This is not all, these kids and their parents are still working on all kinds of ideas that are in the works. I just have to name some of these friends who are constantly in our home or taking Evan out. Jordan, Braden, Zac, Dylan, Shyanne, Austin, Bryce, Ty, Parker, Aspyn, Wyatt, and Carson. As parents, we want to squish you with hugs to thank you but know that Evan would be mortified. So...we won't. ;) But we DO thank you THAT much!</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06080200782671184620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7233727416721489724.post-88254715376962923692016-10-14T10:59:00.000-07:002016-11-02T18:09:04.522-07:00A boy and his dog!When things feel out of control, you control what you can, right? The very first thing we did at home was to get Evan his dog back home where she belongs. My mom and Tim have so generously loved Kassi until we could get our backyard put in. We tried bringing her home without the yard in and she was stubborn on learning where to do 'her duty' AND she's a runner. We didn't want to risk losing her or her getting hit by a car. Evan continued to ask when she was coming home. Well, Dale and his dad made it happen that weekend. Kassi has her mini backyard that will keep her safe. And, more importantly, Evan has his dog!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06080200782671184620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7233727416721489724.post-55802240461336266602016-10-11T10:17:00.000-07:002016-11-02T18:09:19.982-07:00What? How? and hope!We know, right? "What" seems to be one of the first things people say. Complete shock and disbelief and leaves us all speechless. We agree. It takes some time to wrap your head around that even being possible. Especially, when it was diagnosed as "pneumonia." "How" often comes next. THAT even stumps all the doctors. The pulmonary doctor we had said that "in his 35 years of practicing medicine and the 20 years specializing in pulmonary, he's NEVER seen this." Never in someone his age. He also said Evan would have had to smoke 5 packs of cigarettes a day for 50 years to see what he's seeing in Evan. It's beyond human comprehension. BUT then comes the oncologist. He gives us hope! LOTS of hope! He says he has had the same conversation with a few of his patients and they are at 7 years post diagnosis, 5 years post diagnosis and 3 years post diagnosis.With Evan being a dedicated athlete who weight trained 5-6 days a week up until it became too hard on his breathing, he is strong. And not just physically, but mentally as well. Plus, he has always been conscientious about what he eats to enhance his strength. When he feels good enough to go to the gym, he still goes and adapts to what he can do. Even if it's just to lift some dumb bells or watch and talk with his amazing friends. Oh how we love those boys!<br />
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