tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post5148235279342502974..comments2023-11-04T10:13:42.803-05:00Comments on Steve: Grade 4Tyrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06418738185797433001noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-36573452514152802132008-01-27T13:56:00.000-06:002008-01-27T13:56:00.000-06:00Steve,My thoughts and prayers are with you and you...Steve,<BR/><BR/>My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I survived stage III breast cancer and I know that you will overcome your tumor as well. Chemotherapy sucks but it works. I had a 6cm tumor (size of a golfball) that completely disappeared after the second round of chemo. I had all my treatments at U.T. Southwestern as well. The doctors are the best. I have complete confidence that you are receiving the best treatment possible. I will keep reading your posts. <BR/><BR/>Melissa Hilliard-SameiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-52808676177371132752008-01-26T22:43:00.000-06:002008-01-26T22:43:00.000-06:00Tyra & Steve,Your courage, Strength and Faith insp...Tyra & Steve,<BR/>Your courage, Strength and Faith inspires us and we will NOT stop praying for you. Miracles happen everyday and no one deserves it more than you two!<BR/>We will be here for you through it all. <BR/>Love & hugs,<BR/>Laura, Rich, & WillLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10421802737173648634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-79099249049483807022008-01-26T17:53:00.000-06:002008-01-26T17:53:00.000-06:00So Coach Lee called me at the last minute to say h...So Coach Lee called me at the last minute to say he was going to be launching rockets at the soccer practice field and did we want to come... Of course... Reilly, Emma, and I proceeded to join the Mccormick clan in some good ole rocket launching fun. Along comes a young man, probably 13 or 14 to come help. (reminded me of an older Cooper) He was kind, helpful, and you could tell a very caring kid. <BR/><BR/>Once we had finished launching all the rockets, the young man's Grandmother, Gwen Thomas, came over to get him and take him home. She was very sweet, we chatted with her for a few moments and then Jesus showed up... She proceeded to tell me how long she had been in Frisco and why she moved to Dallas 14 years ago from West Texas...for cancer treatment! She is a cancer survivor after being diagnosed with a severe case of breast cancer. After talking for a few minutes and sharing with her how my son and Lee's sons knew each other, I brought up Steve and the fight you all are in now.<BR/><BR/>She then told me that her faith and her little grandson at the time were what got her through. She knew he needed her, and she fought to stay alive for him. She went through chemo, radiation, suffered some setbacks, but she is alive and in remition today. I gave her the link to this blog, she gave me her email and said that she would love to talk to you both to encourage, uplift, and let you know what to expect. She encouraged me, if nothing else, to show me we do live in a small world and that Jesus us brings us the right people at the right time.<BR/><BR/>Be encouraged and know that with each passing day, your army of believers grows and walks with you both on the road ahead.<BR/><BR/>Coach PhilAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-40421319657992104392008-01-26T14:18:00.000-06:002008-01-26T14:18:00.000-06:00Dear Tyra and Steve,As I write this note to you, I...Dear Tyra and Steve,<BR/>As I write this note to you, I think back over the 5 years (my)Steve and I have known you. We only know you as the most loving, caring, sweet family we have ever met. We are so heartfelt, sincerely praying for God to give you a miracle of health. 20 years ago, Steve was struck with ITP (idiopathicthrombocytapenicpurpura). It is rare, and our oncologist told us he had only seen 10 cases in his career, and none of them survived. From what I remember, a person needs at least 10,000 platelets per (I don't remember the term used) in his/her body at any given time. Steve had about 1,000. His body wasn't making platelets, and when it did, his spleen would gobble them up. Steve was going to be in the hospital for a projected 2 weeks plus...if he even made it. The kids and I didn't know from day to day if we would ever see him again. Then on a Sunday evening at sunset, the sun was blood red, as there were fires in California, causing this effect. Steve and I were outside of the hospital in the garden, reading the bible. All of a sudden, an eagle swooped down over our heads and off into that blood red sunset. We both knew it was God telling us that all was well. That night, our 12 year old daughter, Amy, prayed for her dad (as we did every night before leaving the hospital)...that God would heal him. When she said, "Amen", she looked at Steve, and very excitedly said, "Dad, God told me your platelets will all be there in the morning!" My prayer was that if He didn't do it for Steve, please do it for our little daughter who BELIEVED it to be true. By 8:30 the next morning the blood test not only showed Steve had enough platelets, but he had 100,000 per ___. (Now if that isn't a gift from God!) We were overjoyed. They let Steve out of the hospital by 11:00 A.M. All of the nurses on the floor were telling us what a miracle this was, and patients were asking for our daughter to come and pray for them. (The faith of a child is so strong!) We left the hospital and went straight to a beautiful garden "to smell the flowers". It had been a traumatic time, but at the same time a very special, special time with our Lord. We don't know what tomorrow brings, but we do know that God has us tightly in His arms, and is directing our paths. We don't need to worry (though it may be hard to do), because He is with us!<BR/>We love you Steve and Tyra,<BR/>Robin and Steve EllenbeckerAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-613759236503007682008-01-26T13:33:00.000-06:002008-01-26T13:33:00.000-06:00Hi,Just wanted to tell you what happened to my Aun...Hi,<BR/>Just wanted to tell you what happened to my Aunt Mary, who was 70 when she suffered a brain aneurysm. One afternoon when no one could reach her at home, a neighbor stopped by. They found her sitting on the floor, unable to move. The aneurysm had burst.<BR/>She lives in rural Missouri, so she had to be transported two hours away to a full-service hospital. The doctors were not hopeful.<BR/>She had an operation and lapsed into a coma. We were told the longer she remained comatose, the less likely she'd ever come out of it. She stayed like that for a week, so the doctors had written her off. (Seriously. They had zero hope.)<BR/>But she did wake up. The doctors then said she would never live a normal life -- she'd need round-the-clock care, she wouldn't be able to feed or dress herself, etc.<BR/>That was three years ago. Aunt Mary now lives in her same house, by herself, and has resumed her active life with the same incredibly sweet spirit. She goes to church, works in her garden, keeps her house immaculate, visits my mom often. And just like she did before the anuerysm, she sends my kids cards on their birthdays, Christmas and about five other holidays throughout the year. The woman is much more organized than I will ever be. :) And the doctors gave us no hope.<BR/>I know this is long, but I just wanted to pass along my aunt's story. While doctors called her a "medical miracle," I think these things happen more often than we will ever know. <BR/>You guys continue to inspire me with your awesome strength!<BR/>Love,<BR/>Darla AtlasDarlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01741968566021257512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-84814176813802002112008-01-26T08:17:00.000-06:002008-01-26T08:17:00.000-06:00It's amazing how the Lord works during these times...It's amazing how the Lord works during these times in our lives - you two are so inspiring -- day to day you minister to us all thru your faith and love -- thank you so very much. While we may not have met (I grew up attending CFCC in Houston and still keep on the prayer chain) I have been praying for you constantly and have shared your story with the ladies in my bible study here in Ohio... we're all from different churches, and they too have passed on your prayer needs. I had the privilege to attend Bible College and still keep contact with friends so that places your story literally all over the US. My how HE works -- <BR/>One last note... when getting completely discouraged, listen to or read the first Lance Armstrong book -- what he overcame was truly a gift from God (someday I hope he'll see it that clearly) but his story is quite an amazing one. One that will bring strength and even more hope.<BR/>God bless you - with peace, comfort and strength in mind, body and spirt.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-67988056154102870842008-01-26T07:54:00.000-06:002008-01-26T07:54:00.000-06:00We are continually amazed by your strength in such...We are continually amazed by your strength in such difficult circumstances. You guys are so right about cherishing each day. We will continue to pray for you guys and will help in any way you need. We love you!<BR/>Beth Burris and familyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-21781486858648097632008-01-25T23:59:00.000-06:002008-01-25T23:59:00.000-06:00Tyra, thank you for writing such beautiful words i...Tyra, thank you for writing such beautiful words in such difficult circumstances. You inspire us to live more joyfully and more gratefully. You and Steve are both amazing, kind people. <BR/><BR/>Lori, Scott and Ally NolenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-32491599581712170432008-01-25T23:40:00.000-06:002008-01-25T23:40:00.000-06:00Praying for you all.Praying for you all.Rambling Onhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13367345275592990332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-24285145721404328762008-01-25T23:17:00.000-06:002008-01-25T23:17:00.000-06:00"I have told you these things, so that in me you m..."I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."--John 16:33 ...Our Lord and Savior overcame the world--how awesome is that! We are trusting in Him to help you overcome this invader....Love and blessings to you all...The YoungsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9015272061297905745.post-72251994647618926382008-01-25T22:30:00.000-06:002008-01-25T22:30:00.000-06:00Ok, so now we are totally speechless. We couldn't ...Ok, so now we are totally speechless. We couldn't love and support you more and YES, each day is a gift. May God continue to show us how to help and support you and my God continue to give you strength and patience. Love, in Christ, Debbiechapman.dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12993299238364077382noreply@blogger.com