Friday, January 21, 2011

Two years ago...

Two years ago today Kristoffer was diagnosed with stage IV kidney cancer. I have thought about this day for the past few days. What a horrible day! I remember being flown to Phoenix Childrens Hospital. I remember trying to sleep that first night and all I could picture was his funeral. I remember after the biopsy, the Doctor told us just to enjoy the time we have left with him! No parent should ever have to hear those words. I remember the intern telling us the results of the biopsy and it was the more curable type of cancer. An answer to so many prayers!!! I remember thinking that I know this boy is so special - does Heavenly Father want him back because he is too good to be here? I remember going to UNM at least 28 times and being admitted to SJRMC 8 times! Countless units of blood and platelets and 5 surgeries!! When I asked Kristoffer if he remembered when they told him he had cancer - all he said was "yeah I didn't really like that much!" So resilient! Such a sweet and perfect spirit! I am so grateful to my Heavenly Father for granting us more time with him! He brightens our lives and we are so grateful for him! Looking at him now you would never know the battle he had to win!!


5 comments:

Vanessa said...

Amazing the gifts that Heavenly Father blesses us with. I'm glad for you!

Laura Bloomfield said...

I know that we, along with so many others, prayed so many times for Kristoffer and for your family over the last 2 years. Everytime I see him, my testimony of prayer is strengthened. How wonderful it is to see prayers answered. We are so thankful for the blessings your family has received. :)

Mel and Angus said...

What a beautiful picture! I was surprised that it has been two years and yet for you I am sure it was an eternity! Heavenly Father surely blesses us in our times of need! Love you guys!!!!

THE CAMPBELL FAMILY said...

I've thought about you and your family so much over the past year and I am so elated to hear that you had great results come back this past fall. I will continue to pray for all of you to keep your strength and health!
Yay Kristopher!! You are such an amazing kid!

THE CAMPBELL FAMILY said...

SORRY!! I meant Kristoffer!!! LOL

Amy Reiman Campbell