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Just got a call from SwampDonkey, he and his wife are at  All Children’s with their infant son. He went into a seizure yesterday and has had several since. He has been a healthy baby till this and they have no idea what is wrong. They are running test ie; CAT scan and spinal tap. I will post any news as soon as they call. Please keep their family in your prayers.

got my prayers hope he recovers

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How scary, we will definately pray for the family.  Lord heal this little one and bring his parents peace.  :Hug.gif

Our  prayers  are  with  them.

10-4  will do

They are all definitely in my prayers.

that family is in my prayers..... sorry to hear about their son   :'(

We will be thinking of them !! :'(

That is horrible, our prayers are with them. Hope all is ok

swamp is a fellow believer as well so im sure he has sent up a few prayers of his own; but that isnt gonna stop mine from being sent!

we love you swampdonky and our prayers are with the family!!!!

they are in my prayers and thoughts. Hope all is better sonn

Got mine as well :'(.

Think positive, and pray hard.
They are in our prayers!

GOT MY PRAYERS ALSO

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I can empathize. My daughter had several febrile seizures when she was 2. She went through all the same tests several times only to find they could find nothing. She's a picture of perfect health now. Hopefully it will be a similar situation and the child will have a full recovery with no negative effects. I pray for the family and baby.  God Bless.

Hate to think of what the little guys is going through, let alone you as parents. Lifting you up.

My daughter had what we thought was her first seizure back when she was 6. Turned out she had a few before that. Luckly she came out of it taking meds for a few years, now nothing for a long time. Said a prayor before writing this, thinking of you guys.

OMG my heart sank when I just read this.....of course they are in our prayers.  Please post an update asap......  :'( :'( :'(

Wishing the little guy a swift and lasting recovery.

Best regards,
Dan

Our prayers are with you and yours Swamp.Please Lord watch over this family.

sent a prayer for yall get well soon

  Our thought go out to you as well........and also know where you are coming from, dirtygrl80 also suffered from this as a child and meds have kept her seizure free...and you have the best medical staff at your beck and call at All Childrens........and the wonderful Ronald McDonald House!!

Our prayers are with them.

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ditto

Sent one up. with more to go.

Many blessings to the family. 

they are in our thoughts and prayers

Hey folks, I was away this weekend and called my wife at home to have her start this thread.
I just got in and got the quads unloaded so I am heading to the hospital to sit with Scott and Sherry. I will let them know how many replies there have been to this thread. Keep them in your prayers and I will fill you in when I get home from the hospital.

My prayers are with them.

Our prayers are with them. Scott call me if you need anything...

plz post more info asap prayers r atill with them

Just got back from the hospital. They still have no idea why Colton is having seizures. The Dr is leaning towards 'Infantile Spasms" which from what I understand is basically what they call seizures when they don't know why your having them.
They have done  a catscan,spinaltap,ekg and a few more tests all to no avail. Tomorrow Colton will have an MRI and hopefully they will be able to figure out what is causing this.
I told Scott and Sherry about everyone's replies here and they thank everyone. They ask that you keep praying.

will do man i feel bad for colton :( hope they find out whats going on with him and i hope he gets well soon

Wow, just found this out ! Lord have mercy.

 To better understand what is happening

 Petit mal seizure

A petit mal seizure is a temporary disturbance of brain function caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and characterized by abrupt, short-term lack of conscious activity ("absence") or other abnormal change in behavior.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors   

Petit mal seizures occur most commonly in people under age 20, usually in children ages 6 to 12. They may occur in combination with other types of seizures.

Typical petit mal seizures last only a few seconds, with full recovery occurring rapidly and no lingering confusion. Such seizures usually manifest themselves as staring episodes or "absence spells" during which the child's activity or speech ceases.

The child may stop talking in mid-sentence or cease walking. One to several seconds later, speech or activity resume. If standing or walking, a child seldom falls during one of these episodes.

"Spells" can be infrequent or very frequent, occurring many times per hour. Up to hundreds of seizures can occur in a single day. They may occur for weeks to months before they are noticed. They can interfere with school function and learning. Teachers may interpret these seizures as lack of attention or other misbehavior.

Atypical petit mal seizures begin slower, last longer, and may have more noticeable muscle activity than typical petit mal seizures. There is usually no memory of the seizure.

No cause can usually be found for typical petit mal seizures. No neurologic or other disorders are usually discovered. Atypical seizures may or may not be associated with other neurologic disorders.

Causes may be unidentifiable, or identified as congenital brain abnormalities, complications of kidney or liver disease, or brain injuries from trauma or birth complications. Sometimes, a family history of seizures indicates a hereditary type of seizures.

Symptoms   
TYPICAL

Muscle activity changes
No movement
Hand fumbling
Fluttering eyelids
Lip smacking
Chewing
Consciousness changes
Staring episodes (unintentional)
Lack of awareness of surroundings
Sudden halt in conscious activity (movement, talking, etc.)
May be provoked by hyperventilation or flashing lights, in some cases
Abrupt beginning of seizure
Each seizure lasts no more than a few seconds
Full recovery of consciousness, no confusion
No memory of seizure
ATYPICAL
Atonic seizure
No muscle movement
Slumping, loss of posture
Loss of muscle tone
Falling down
Consciousness changes
Unintentional staring
Lack of awareness of surroundings
Sudden stop of conscious activity (movement, talking, etc.)
Hand fumbling
Fluttering eyelids
May be provoked by hyperventilation, in some cases
May have slower, gradual beginning of seizure
Each lasts only seconds to minutes
Recovery may be slower
May have short period of confusion or bizarre behavior
No memory of seizure
Note: Unexplained difficulties in school and learning difficulties may be the first indication of petit mal seizures.
Signs and tests    Return to top

The physical examination is usually normal, although some neurologic abnormalities may be present in some patients.

Transmission of information from nerve cell to nerve cell occurs by an electrochemical process that can be detected as electrical activity by an electroencephalograph (EEG). A single or multiple EEG exams may be necessary to show changes typical of petit mal seizures. Occasionally, a patient may need to have EEG monitoring from 1 to several days to detect these EEG changes.

Various laboratory tests, a head CT scan, or a head MRI may be used to rule out specific causes of the seizures.

Treatment    Return to top

As seizures can interfere with learning or result in injury, the goal of treatment is to prevent or minimize the number of seizures and to minimize any side effects of the treatments. In some cases, treatment of identifiable causes may reduce or eliminate seizures.

Anticonvulsant (antiseizure) medications may prevent or minimize the number of seizures. Petit mal seizures usually respond to valproic acid, ethosuximide, clonazepam, and certain other drugs. Response to medications varies and the medication and dosage may have to be adjusted repeatedly. For some drugs, monitoring of plasma drug levels is important for continued control of seizures and reduction of medication side effects.

Absence status epilepticus (multiple, frequently-repeated seizures) may be treated with intravenous medications and other treatments.

Support Groups    Return to top

A resource you may find helpful is the American Epilepsy Society.

Expectations (prognosis)    Return to top

Almost all children with petit mal seizures have significantly fewer (or no) seizures with the use of medications. Petit mal seizures may stop spontaneously after the child reaches adulthood, they may continue indefinitely, or the person may progress to a grand mal seizure.

Long-term prognosis depends on whether there are any underlying neurological problems or other seizure types in addition to the petit mal seizures.

Most people with petit mal seizures live a fairly normal life, with few restrictions on school activities or social life. As adulthood approaches, restrictions may be placed on driving or operating dangerous machinery if seizures continue.

Complications    Return to top

Learning disabilities
Absence status epilepticus
Injury from falls
Injury caused by seizure during driving/operating machinery
Side effects of medications (with or without symptoms)
Progression to generalized tonic-clonic seizure
Calling your health care provider    Return to top

Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if a seizure lasts longer than 2 to 3 minutes or if there is no history of previous seizures. This is an emergency situation.

Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if symptoms of absence status epilepticus occur:

Prolonged changes in mental status such as confusion or poor responsiveness
Prolonged seizure activity/unconscious activity and automatic behaviors (people may eat or move without being aware of where they are or what they are doing)
This may be an emergency situation.

Call your health care provider if this is the first time the person has had seizures.

Call your health care provider if this is a new type of seizure for the person or if other types of seizures begin occurring.

Call your health care provider if any new symptoms occur, including possible side effects of medications such as changes in mental status (drowsiness, restlessness, confusion, sedation or others), nausea and vomiting, rash, loss of hair, tremors or abnormal movements, rash, fevers, or problems with coordination.


Da mgt man
  Tell swampdonkey we are thinking of him and hoping everything will be ok

 The Grizz Family

keep us upated Mike! were still praying ;)

thank you all soo much, we need all the prayers we can get for our little man. The Dr. is leaning toward as Mike mentioned Infentile spasms with a 50/50 recovery rate free of mental retardation sometimes savere. I cant tell you how much this means to Sherry and I, Colton needs you all so much right now. There is also another child in much worse shape than Colton in this room and his family cannot be with him for finacial resons. His name is Borise and we have prayed for him as much as Colton, Please extend the prayers for little Borise as well. I have to thank Mike for coming to see us it meant soo much and goes to show what kind of great people there are in this forum. Thank you all again and God bless you all.

    We will keep you all informed as we have access to a computer in the hospital.

sorry for the spelling...no sleep  ???

I will make sure to add Borise into the prayer list.  Godbless your family and please update us when you get a chance.

A prayer goes out for Colton and family. I will also pray for Borise and family. God bless.

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agreed

Jen and I are heading down there early afternoon so hopefully we will be able to report back with some good news. Keep your fingers crossed that the MRI will show something positive.

Man I am saddend to here this my prayers go out and any help need give me a ring be more than happy to help.

Godspeed on his recovery. God bless.  -Mark

i receive through faith that all will be fine. :

2Co 4:13 - And since we have the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, "I believed and therefore I spoke,"* we also believe and therefore speak,

keep your confession positive. although i realize that it may be difficult.

confess he is fine. nothing is wrong with him. keep your confession positive through faith.

A prayer goes out for Colton, Borise and family from AtvMiaXtreme.com

hope everything will be OK

p.s. - I work at All Childrens Hospital, where ya'll staying at?

Our prayers are with you. 

Doug,  He is in 382. I was going to call you today and tell you to stop by and see them.

Thoughts and prayers for Colton and Borise. God Bless

I talked to Scott this morning! He is holding up about as well as you could expect. I have the pleasure of being a close friend and co-worker of Scott! He is one of the strongest, most inspirational, stand up, and ethical individuals Ive ever had the pleasure to meet!  Please keep you prayers coming!!!!  If anyone can "will" this incident to a positive one, it would be Scott!! But he needs the prayers! thanx

I have to admit, I've never been much on prayer, but I did it for Colton and Borise as well as their families. Hope all is well soon.

It's a great man that can ask for help for others even when he needs it so desperately himself. Boris is added to my family's prayer list, and you and Colton are right at the top. I pray that God will give you strength in this time of need. Let Colton know we're all praying for him and anxiously look forward to news of a full recovery. God bless.

Have you discussed the possibility of the split brain procedure with the doctor? It is usually only when other methods fail to control seizures, but it can stop them and the potential damage they may cause if left unchecked. Just something to ask the doctor about.

No I have never heard of this procedure Cain.  The MRI is complete and we should have the reslts in the A.M. Thank you all again for your payers!! Mike and Jenn came to see us again  today and it was a  nice break, thank you both again. I hate to ask you all this as yolu have done so much for us and Borise but this is such a sad place to be... I would like to ask for your prayers for a new baby to our growing circle of babys with no family. Lucenia was brought to the room to share it with Colton,  Borise and sherry and I today, she has n o family becouse she lives in a foster home and has no  one to visit her. The beautiful babys all alone ... so sad. Pray for her to find a family and someone to love her. I cannot beleive how difficult this is, our little angel Colton ... the thought of never seeing him smile again or laugh, it b reaks our hearts. My prayers are for his mother Sherry, my wife so thatI may continue to be strong for her and that she ramains possitive no matter the outcome.
We are blessed to have baby Colton no matter the results of the MRI, he is our little man, our angel!!
  hank you all for your thoughts and prayers and kiknd words, you give us something to look forward to each day!! than you all again and GOD BLESS!!!

       

The split brain procedure (I know a little about - but I'm far from a doctor) is sometimes used when no other method is successful in stopping the seizures. It seperates the two sides of the brain. I severs the neural connections that go from one side to the other and stops the seizures. My wife said that the was an aritcle on it in the Sunday Tampa Tribune. It does have other side effects, but none of which is even close to retardation. And these side effects can be adapted to. Since the signals from the right control the left and vice versa, and the left side of the brain controls language (for the most part) if your son were holding something in his right hand where he could not see it he would probably not be able to tell you what it is due to that procedure. However, in cases where it would be such a side effecct versus a retarded state, the side effect is obviously preferred. Usually this procedure is opted for after trying at least 2 different drug treatments to control the seizing. I am unfamiliar with infantile spasms, and therefore don't know if this is a viable option to treat Colton or not. I would recommend asking the doctor about it. They are finding through research that the earlier this procedure is performed (reducing the total amount of seizures endured) greatly reduces the liklihood of brain damage/retardation. And they have found that due to the amazing plasticity of the young brain, that most young patients due very well adapting and recovering. No matter what method is used, I pray for a speedy full recovery of your son.

Cain thank you for your prayers, thank you all!!! I did mention this to the Dr. and he does n ot feel this is a viable option @ this point as we are still not sure what had caused this. Idiopathic is the term b eing used alot (no reason) they say this is age dependant and if they canm not find a cause then he has a better chance @ recovery.

    We watched our son smile this morning, so all of the prayers are working, thank you God!!

   I will continue to update if you continue the prayers (when  i can find a computer).

    Thank you all soooo much again!!!


Scott, Sherry, Miranda and little man Colton

We're all here (praying) for you....call on us if you need anything.  I have faith that all will be ok SwampDonkey....besides....Colton has a little girlfriend out here waitin' to meet him someday.   ;) 

Smile... that is what we needed, Thank you!!!  So far there apears to be no brain damage, thank God!!! there will be side effects, but we are not surw how saviere.

hes on the road to recovery. remember keep a positive confession.

always confess "he is fine, there is nothing wrong with him" and god and his angels will work miracles.

Heb 10:23 - Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.

Ro 10:10 -
For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.

your confession is a powerful thing. do not take it for granted. "confession of our hope" confess your hope/faith and god and your angels will hear.

Good point Gery. There is a saying my Mother taught me "you can have what you say so quit saying what you have". Which goes with the positive confession. If you say I'm sick you can have it. Say Great health and it too can be had.
Swamp - Glad to hear things are looking good. I personally know how scary and trying a time this can be. When my daughter had febrile seizures (usually last a short period of time) that lasted for over an hour each time, the doctors were stumped. Even after the spinal tap, cat scan, mri, ekg, etc, etc. they had no clue. Ad I said she is in perfect health with no side effects. We'll keep praying that God may bless you in the same way.

Thanks for the update, myself and and others have been waiting on pins and needles. Sounds good so far, let's all pray for a speedy recovery. I know what you're going through, we are all there for ya'll.
Anything, just let me know.

Our prayers are with them!!

Father God please forgive us of our trespases and clense us so that we are just to ask you to send down your mighty healing hands and make Colton as healthy as can be! Lord you are the only one with the power to make this happen and you say that when 2 or more are joined and agree that it shall be done! Lord i feel that we have met these requirements and that you have already taken care of this!!! We thank You Father God for listening to us and healing Colton! and Lord please watch over Borise and Lucenia and bless them with what they need as well! Lord please bless all that have prayed for Scott and his family so that we all can see the power of prayer! I thank You and ask ALL these thing in Jesus name, AMEN and AMEN!

amen to that

AMEN!

update from the outside.
I went to see Colton this afternoon and I am happy to say that he was more alert than I've seen him, He's jibber jabbering and moving his arms and legs around like a typical 5 month old. We definitely need to keep the prayers up because he is not in the clear but he did look much better today.

Glad to hear there is progress, we will continue to pray.

 ;)COLTON IS  IN MY PRAYS,AS WELL AS THE OTHER TWO BABYS IN THERE.GOD BLESS... ::)STAY STRONG AND KEEP YOUR HEAD UP..

 I'm glad to hear the baby is doing better ! I've been teary eyed the entire thread. The lilttle ones should never have to endure something like this. No one should for that matter. My Prayers are with your family SWAMP and with the other little kids too. GBY...  :'(

update.  the Dr. said we are going to do a milliogram to determine the reason for the pressure om the braim. They are goin g to add dye to the spine and do another MRI to determine the blockage an d try to find the damaged part. on thr bright side Colton was smiling again this morning and he peed on the nurse :o

   Thank you again for all of you and the beautiful prayers>

  God Bess you all< Scott and Scerry

Haha... at least Colton is keep a sense of humor about him... nothing better then peeing on the nurse ;) I hope all goes well with the new MRI, I'm sure that as soon as they find where the problem is, they will be able to correct it ASAP.

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I just talked to Scott, The opthamologist was in and didn't see any pressure behind Colton's eye. This is a good thing which means there has been no damage to Colton's sight.
By the way, The nurses busted Scott on their laptop so he will not be posting updates anymore. sneaky devil  >:D

I might be able to help him out with something while he is here...there are computers in the family waiting room on the 1st floor he can use as well....but i'll see if i can dig something up

I spoke to his mother in law (or mom, 1 of the 2)   today when she was on her way to the cafe and she told me Colton is doing much better today....much more responsive, and seizures not as intense or lasting as long...a sembelance of a light at the end of the tunnel for them! but not out of the woods yet...

Add my prayers to the list.

Scott, tell everyone that Colton is gonna be Ok! I cant explain how I know, I just know!! And tell Colton to keep up the good aim ;)

Peanut and I just got back from the hospital and we have some good news to report. The steroids that Colton is on so far has been keeping his seizures to a minimum. They talked to the Dr today and he see's nothing that would be causing these seizures which is a good thing in that there is apparently no brain damage. There is talk of sending them home tomorrow so keep up the prayers, They are obviously working.

Thank God! Everyone keep praying, I know my family will be. Swamp- keep strong, it'll all turn out according to his plan.

Just gotta put it in his hands. We ain't drivin da bus He is.

Awesome! I am so glad its all working out well. Its amazing what prayer can do.

Any update Scott, Mike ?

Well, The Pearce family is at home. I talked to Scott earlier this afternoon when they were driving home. I'm sure they are going to get some much needed sleep and then Scott will get online and fill us all in.
I can tell you this. They are eternally greatful for everyones support,prayers, cards,balloons and stuffed animals. Scott and Sherry were beside themselves expressing gratitude towards everyone.

Man is that good to hear. Scott, when you get some rest keep us updated.

Glad to hear colton is home. Let us know how things are going when you get a chance.

Scott
   Our wishes are also with you, We are keeping you in our thought
    The Grizz Family

It's a great relief to know that things are looking up.

 This is probable going to be hard to read as I have hit a wall, emotionally and physicaly. You all are the most increadible group of folks... half of you or better have never even met me of my family. I ahve always felt as I were born 100 years to late as people do not think the way I do with compation, faith and empathy for others this has changed my mind. You all have a life of yoyr own and your own issues, but for one week you took time to lift the weight off of my shoulders, and for that you are all true friends. The prayers you have sent and the support you have given has helped heal our son you should all take pride in that. My familt Mother, Sister could not believe the type of people I am so blessed to be associated with.. all of you!! Big Scub brothers, you guys ROCK!!!! Sending those beers to Borise and Lucenia made thier day (ans mine)!!!
 Mike you and Jenn are awesome!! I thank each and evey one of you from the bottom of my heart!!! I will post more about Colton in the AM but I felt compelled to thank you all...and get some rest! ;D

Wow I never thought how important my signature on this site may be!!

I'm glad everyone is home now!
Hope to see you soon  ;)

Glad to hear he is doing better.  ya'll probably do need some rest after sleeping in those chair/beds and having to endure the stress of the whole hospital situation. but hope all went well while here.

Doug

Hmmm, whats on your mind? lol.  I know you woulda enjoyed a cold one, but not sure about the kids. I was glad to hear in the other thread that Colton is doing better. He will still continue to be in our prayers.

Sorry I havent posted much we have been very busy. We take Colton back to the all childrens hospital on Tuesday for a new EEG, that will tell us if he is getting better. Keep him in your prayers!!

     Colton Smiled today, that is a good sign ;D. I hope everyone has a safe weekend. will post an update Tuesday.

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Good to hear he is smiling, Lifting you all in prayer

And you all have!! I have been told Colton is very lucky to have parents as strong as Sherry and I.... We get out strength from being blessed to have people like you lifting us up. "Never put a question mark where God has put a period"

thats great new Scott. we will keep Colton in our prayers

Thanks Ricky. Colton is going to be a miracle for Gods Glory.

Havent stopped praying for him, hope all goes well. :)

You and your brother have really impressed us, my hat is off to both of you in honor!!

Josh and Cody are truly one of the best members we have on this site . Karma + for all  ;)

 there are alot of people that could learn something from those two guys!!

little man in his first Cabelas hat ;D

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I am very sorry what happened, you can count on it.

i like them ;) that Colton looks just like me ;) a handsome little joker ;D

   he also has your faith and strength, he will be fine!!

Anyone interested Colton is goint back to all childrens hospital tuesday for another EEG to see if there is any changes in his condition, Thank you for the prayers.

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what time? i'll *try* and roll by that way and say howdee

1pm to ???

Good luck tomorrow and let us know how hes doing as soon as you can.

10-4 will do

Good luck tomorrow Scott. Hit me up and let me know what they say.

scott, he will be in our thoughts tomorrow. hope everything goes good.

Good luck tomorrow...we're still prayin' for the little guy.  Post his progress please (regularly if possible)!   :-\

Good Luck! Keep us all posted, I know I will be sending a few prayers his/your way!

Was thinking of colton, hope all goes well today. He is my prayers and thoughts.

Mine to.

update.

    Today has been very emotional for Sherry and I. The EEG had not been officially read; but the technician and the nurse said they seen some improvement in the EEG. The Dr. has reduced his steroids to one shot a day, which is great news that we are very happy about but we need to watch for more seizures as they can comeback when being weaned.
   The other information is grim, he has some abnormality on the left side of his brain and is showing symptoms of retardation. We will not know the severity of the retardation for some time as he develops it will become more clear. Colton now only looks to the right and has developed some repetitive actions and labored breathing. The labored breathing is due to his increased weight and they do not feel linked to heart failure (a side effect). One of the repetitive actions is that he is constantly moving his tongue in and out of his mouth. Colton is going to have to start going to therapy to try to compensate for some of the retardation he has developed. We are still hoping that this may all be a side effect to the steroids and he will get better as he is weaned off of them. The nurse said they respond very well to therapy at this age. I cannot tell you how difficult this is to actually know this is what is happening to our little man. We are trying to stay positive and I am not letting on to Sherry my true feelings in an effort to keep her spirits up. I have a feeling the emotional buildup will surface soon. We are going to have to go back next week on Thursday for another EEG and check up with the neurologist. Sherry and I are going to talk tonight about today's findings and pray for more healing. Thank you for your continued prayers. HE WILL BE FINE!!!

Scott please know that we are all praying and will continue to do so. You are so lucky to have those two beautiful children and they are lucky to have parents that are strong and have faith. If there is anything we can do please let us know.

man poor guy hes in my prayers

same here Scott... God bless and stay strong.

I know some of you will think I am crazy... but we are seeking another form of help, non medical and more spiritual!! Keep the prayers coming !!

   We will fill you all in on Monday ;D

Definately keep us posted on how the new treatments go. I hope you are still going to have him a form of therapy though. He is still so young that therapy would be nothing but beneficial. Kids are so resiliant (sp)! At least the EEG is improving... theres a step up already! I'll still be sending my prayers your way, be strong. I'm sure your wife knows how you're feeling even though you havent told her yet... us women can read that! Not to mention, you'd be crazy not to be feeling however you are, I cant imagine how emotionally draining this has to be. If I lived closer I would be more then willing to help out in anyway I could... but considering I dont.. I'll just keep sending my prayers. Stay strong guys... every cloud has a silver lining, some just take a little longer to come to the surface.  :Hug.gif

Thank you Sky, Your prayers are more than enough and more help than you could ever imagine!!! Yes we are still following the direction of therapy and his steroids but we have had someone put in our path and we are not going to question why or how!! I can only tell you that you would not believe me if I told you ;D This is the most positive thing that has happend with our son!! ;D

Geeze, now the suspense is killin me! I'm looking forward to hearing all the details on Monday!

Lil Colton stays in my prayers and thoughts. I agree with Sky every cloud has a silver lining !
I too cant wait to hear what your trying what ever it is I wish him all the best . My daughter was born with a heart problem so I know how stressful it is when your child is ill, heck she is almost 20 and its still sometimes stressful ! hahaha  He has alot of "Aunts" and "Uncles" pulling for him we will keep praying and you all keep lovin and huggin him and he will pull thru this !
xoxoxo to colton
Deanna

scott, can't wait to hear who has been sent to you, I love hearing stories of the lord answering prayers in ways we never expected. your family is still in my prayers.

At Memorial Hospital in Hollywood Fl they give the parents a steak dinner the night before you go home with your newborn. " At least they did 15 years ago" Before serving my wife and I they took our daughter back to the nursery so we could eat. Before we could finish the doctor came in and told us our daughter is having seizures. My wife fell apart and I was in shock and felt like throwing up. She had to stay at the hospital for two weeks being monitored and tested, etc. I remember it like it was yesterday. We were crushed, drained, empty, scared, and like zombies and practically lived at the hospital. I remember how saddened we were because they drew blood so many times and she was always getting stuck for this and stuck for that.  It really wore on us. I remember praying that she would not die. It didn't matter if she had a disability as long as we had her with us.The first night I remember going to the hospital gift shop and buying a ceramic angel and a nurse "the nice nurse" put it next to her incubator for me. As strange as it sounds that really gave me strength and a little peace of mind. That was 15 years ago and as suggested by the doctors she has grown out of them and has not had one since. The only effects she had from the whole ordeal was that for months she would not go to sleep unless the lights were on. We finally figured out that it was because they allways kept it bright in the newborn ICU. After a couple of years that ceramic angel fell and broke. I crazy glued it together and it still sits on a shelf in her room. Every night for the first 7 to 8 years I would open her door and look at her several times before going to sleep to make sure she was still breathing. I still check on her every night now but just once. LOL. I know it was gods grace that healed her but to this day I would fight to the death if someone tried to take that angel. I feel for your family and understand what you both are going thru. Just know that it's all in gods hands and even though something as simple as a ceramic angel may ease your mind it will be gods love and mercy that will give you peace. Trust in him and use this time to strengthen your bond with your wife and give each other encouragement and support knowing that all things will turn out okay. As my wife would say. " Don't think or say negative thoughts because it only gives satan a way to work on you"  My wife is so smart sometimes. SOMETIMES. jk. I will be praying for you.   Your friend.     Keith.

What a insperational story and you are so right about the negative thoughts. I am sure I will be telling you all very soon that Colton is going to be fine!! Keep those prayers coming ;D

    ;D ;D ;D you will not believe today ;D ;D ;D

you gotta tell us!!!!!!! mods ban him! he is being mean:) lol cant wait to hear about it all scott.

Cableguy...what a story....Thanks for sharing!   :P

SwampDonkey....you're teasing us.....come on.....what's up???  ::)

If it has you this happy i cant wait to hear it.

Maybe Notre dame is looking for a new QB? ;)

Wow you guys are awesome..I will tell you all soon, I dont want to be overconfident or misclaim anything!!! But soo far its all good ;D

Thats it, From now on do not say anything until you're ready to spill the beans. The suspense is killing us.  ;)

YES IT IS ! But whatever it is Im SO GLAD its helping!!!!!
Dont keep us in the dark to long !!!!

Scott it is good to see the positive way you are posting. I hope that whatever it is it will work.

I hope I am reading this with enough time to throw in my prayers as well.  My entire family is praying for you all.  We are giving a general prayer of strength, peace and healing, since we are uncertain of the situation.  God is Awesome.  God's Blessings to you all.  It is so wonderful to hear so many people praising God's name.

As was nicely expressed earlier by SKYHIGH ....
""Stay strong guys... every cloud has a silver lining, some just take a little longer to come to the surface.""  I never heard that put so nicely.  I hope you dont mind if I use your phrase once in a while.

Hehe, not at all.. it's quite flattering actually :) Glad you liked it!


Only 3 more days until Monday... the suspense is driving me crazy over here!!

Ok ,Ok You all deserve to have all of the information as I feel you are partially responsible for putting this man in our path through prayer!!! Some will believe and some will not and I am ok with that. Two weeks ago a man came to see my mother from Orlando. This man informed my mother that he had heard about Colton through prayer and he could help, My mother asked are you a Dr.? This man made no claims for himself other than God has given him a gift and heals through him. My mother promptly asked how much do you charge (being a bit skeptical) and the man replied nothing I take no payment. This man told a story of life after death and being dead for over 5 minutes and being sent back by an angel but not wanting to leave, waking up and being in rehab for 8 months and realizing he has an ability to help others with no knowledge of how to use it. He found out a year later after healing others he could not save his own mother, it was like the switch was turned off and he could not use it for personal gain. The man then asked to see a picture of Colton and Informed mom that his LEFT side of the brain is where the problem lays and through God he could heal Colton. My mother shared this information with me this last Saturday, and I informed her that I had enough people telling us how to treat Colton and we were continuing to pray and follow the Dr's direction for the EEG on Tuesday. As most of you have Read the Dr informed us on Tuesday (three days after this man) that Colton had been showing signs of Retardation and the LEFT Side of his Brain was abnormal!!!! I HIT THE FLOOR and GOT COLD CHILLS!!! I had not shared this information about this man with Sherry until that point; as I had not truly placed any validity to it myself. Long story short he came to see us yesterday and spent an hour with Colton passing his hand over Colton's head and taking short breaks to rest as his hand became very hot, and Colton's head would sweat on the left side. I asked if he felt the energy himself and he in response put his hand on mine, the heat was increasable. After an hour or so this man looked very tired and Claimed in Jesus name Colton would be fine and Colton went to sleep. This mans story is so awesome to hear and very credible. Colton for the first time in a month was cooing, smiling repetitively and this morning playing with his toys, and his breathing is no longer labored. Praise God for answering our prayers and hearing our claims of healing. We are following the direction of the Dr's with the steroids and weaning him off as advised. This man informed us Colton will have a 360 turn around when the steroids stop completely. I did not want to claim it so early but the results I have seen in Colton and the pronouncing of Colton's illness by this man before the dr's by only looking at a photo leaves no doubt in my mind.... God Heals!!! ;D

Due to acertain TV Church Show (you all know the one), I have become skeptical every time I hear someone claiming that God heals through them. I do however believe that there are people out there who have truely been given that gift. It sounds to me that you may have found one of the true "healers". Considering how many prayers have been sent Colton's way, I do not doubt that God has sent him an angel. It's so good to hear that Colton is getting back to acting like himself and doing things he hasnt done in awhile... the smallest steps can be the biggest! I look forward to hearing what the doctors have to say ;) Glad to know he is being weened off the steriods too.... YAY COLTON!! :)

Man that is awesome news. If the man charged you for it i would be skeptical, but with him saying he doesnt charge you know he must be a gift from god. Thank you for telling us, now i can relax this weekend not wondering what happened. We will continue the prayers.

Glad to hear that.. Hope your boy turns out fine....

JESUS WALKS WITH ME

Thats awesome news! Its amazing how God answers prayers in the most unusual ways.

That is Incredible Scott!!  I believe in Angels!  :Hug.gif  (http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-005.gif)(http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-005.gif)(http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-005.gif)(http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-005.gif)(http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-005.gif)(http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-005.gif)
I'm sure you and Sherry are Thrilled.  Colton has been blessed  :)  (http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/engel/angel-smiley-027.gif)

I just read this forum for the first time, read through several pages, brought tears to my eyes.
Arriving to the end, I am so happy to hear of the Angel that went to see Colton and Colton is doing better.  :ThumbsUp.gif

God's looking out for the little man......what an awesome story!  God bless your entire family!  XO  ::)

ABBA FATHER!!!!!!

 Colton is still doing fine and smiling allot. I have to clarify my previous post after reading it again. I give no glory to the man that came to see Colton and I am not in awe of him,  forgive me for sounding as if I were. I give glory only to the Lord Jesus Christ for it is by his stripes that we are healed!!

Scott I'm so glad that god has taken care of Colton.  We'll keep sending the prayers.  I always like the Serenity Prayer in times of need.  My thoughts are with all of you.

Sherry and I would like to thank all of you for your continued prayers and support for our Son and family. Colton is doing 100% better in the last few days and we are confident of his full recovery. I know there is no guarantee that his clinical state will continue to improve but I know in my heart with continued prayers he will. All of you that have prayed for Colton should feel a warmth in your hearts to know through prayer and the glory of God little Colton has come so far. Colton is cooing, smiling, playing with his feet and his toys, truly a miracle and a blessing to us. Thank you again for your continued support and prayers.



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what a cute picture !
Im soooooooooo glad he is doing better.
xoxoxox to colton

glad hes doin better :ThumbsUp.gif

Yea, he is getting a bath now. :H

This is such great news to hear. I know I am feeling better, I can only imagine how much better you two feel. It's hard to type with tears in my eyes. I have always been told GOD works in mysterious ways.

 I have a Grandmother who's 92 and still living on her own. The thing is, she's walking on both her legs. At 12 she fell and scraped the entire front off her leg from the knee to her foot, to the bone no less. Back then medicine wasn't what it is today, and the Dr's wanted to take her leg off, but had no beds. They sent her home and the entire family and friends sat around her bed and prayed all night. She walks on that leg as normal as the other one.

 We can only pray and hope God heals Colton to enjoy a life as we have so far.

BTW, he sure looks great in that last picture.

Congratulations SwampDonkey & Family.  Funniest thing.....had the baby sitting in my lap....she saw that picture and lunged for the monitor.....guess she wants to know who that handsome little booger is!  Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family! 

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You could say "it would be a match made in heaven" ;)

Hi!  This is my first time getting in on a discussion.  You can call me Mrs. MAV400.  I was going through and the caption "Prayers Needed" caught my attention.  I read all seven pages and have to say that I was taken back by the amount of people that responded to your call.  It really made my heart feel warm and it is good to know that people can come together in faith no matter what that maybe.  I will also pray for Colton and for the family.  That God give you the strength to continue fighting the good fight.  I had a brother who was retarded and I seen the pain my parents went through all those years, but I also seen the love they had for him.  God gives you the strength to see all situations through.  My brother, all though was only given three years to live, lived until he was 24.  He bought happiness to the family with his great smile and we thank God for the time we had with him.

I will leave you with this piece of a song "While riding through the storm, Jesus holds me in his arms".  GOD is good.............all the time!  God Bless You all.

merry christmas colton ;)

It is a Merry Christmas. Thank you Shawn for the greetings.

     Merry Christmas to all of you and may God bless you and your families!!!

    Colton is doing wonderful and he is such a happy boy. Sorry I have not posted much I have been working alot trying to catch up and spending all my spare time with the family instead of the laptop :-\ ....I mean you are all great but, its hard to compete with this.....(still a little heavy from the steroids)

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hes lookin healthy! glad to hear he is doin good, he continues to be in my prayers.

glad to hear all is well. Have a very Merry CHRISTmas

Handsome, happy boy.......awesome!  Merry Christmas Swamp, Colton & Family!  XO

glad hes doing better he looks happy in the picture have a merry CHRISTmas

Thank you!!

    Sherry and I could never explain the feelings that went through us both as we opened (early I know) the box marked the Pearce Family from Shawn, Tori and Ryan Webb. We were not quite sure why they had sent us "Pyrex bakeware", but further unpacking revealed to us a scrapbook of emotion. As Sherry and I looked through it, both with tears in our eyes we could not believe what we were looking at...someone made this for us? We then realized, not someone but several people had taken the time to put this together...the same people that were there for us when we needed prayer and support. As we turned each page and read each prayer sent to heaven for our family we realized this is a testimony of love, humanity, compassion and a testimony to the power of prayer and the glory and mercy of God.
The time each of you took to say a prayer or to send a photo will be forever held in our hearts and in this scrapbook for generations to come as a tribute to God and the amazing people he has put in our lives...the wonderful family of ATVFLORIDA.COM. Thank you all again for your incredible gift of love and your prayers for our son Colton, God bless you all.

Merry CHRISTmas,
Scott, Sherry, Miranda and Colton