Before we left home for Gage’s last clinic visit for chemotherapy this morning, I finally finished the details of the invitation below…
We did our best to find email addresses for everyone, but if we missed yours and you can join us, just email me at rebeccadholmes@sbcglobal.net by Friday, Sept. 10th to let us know you’re coming!
Also, make sure to check out www.childrens.com/TeamHolmes to see what we’re doing now…and when you get there, you’ll see the video below:
After our clinic appointment today, I picked Avery up at school. I know she was, as usual, worried about Gage today because I got an email from her teacher asking for an update so Avery would know when his appointment was finished. So, I emailed an iPhone picture of Gage with a big ‘thumbs up’ to her teacher…who then shared it with Avery. I know that helped her, but I could still see the relief on her face when I picked her up this afternoon. As we shared a big hug, I told her, “Avery, you never have to go to school again when Gage is at Children’s getting chemo.” I know that felt good for both of us.
Please pray for Gage this week as he completes his last week of steroids and extra chemotherapy, and that the nightly chemo he continues until Sept. 17th would go smoothly.
Thanks for checking in, and we hope to see you on the 26th!
RH
Tears of joy for you all! We celebrate with you and glory in Christ’s redemption.
Praise God! For He is so good and faithful. I can’t believe that 3 years have passed and that Gage is now at the end of this journey. Praising the Lord for carrying your whole family during this time. Praising Him for making His glory known through your family. Praying that others would be comforted by the work that you are doing. Praying that Gage grows up to be a man of God and that this journey will give him a heart of compassion towards others.
1 Chronicles 29:11
Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power
and the glory and the majesty and the splendor,
for everything in heaven and earth is yours.
Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom;
you are exalted as head over all.
Once again, I have tears in my eyes as I read the post. I am so thankful that Avery is finished with that part of her life–it’s tough feeling like there is nothing you can do and not being able to be there for support.
Thank you, Jesus, that Gage no longer has to go to clinic for chemotherapy again! Thank you for bringing him through these terrible trials of the last 3+ years.
Rebecca and Blake, I can’t wait to hear how Gage’s faith has grown through cancer. He is a strong and courageous little guy!
Almost there…
Avery, you are a dear granddaughter and a great brother to Gage. You have been a champion for him these past three years. Mim and I love you and enjoy being closer to you. I am looking forward to your sports this fall.
Gage, you are one of my heroes. You have gone through so much these past three years, and yet you have been that funny, teasing kid that I love. I hope we will be able to play some golf this fall and also looking forward to your football and basketball games. Mim sends her love also. Pepere
Rebecca, Blake, Avery, Gage, and Ellie, (and Wesley–of course),
What a battle you have fought. The video is so beautifully done, and so moving. I can not WAIT to come celebrate the end of this highway with you all on the 26th. I have been so touched through the past 3 years by your family, and even before that with sweet Avery. And hopefully, again in a couple of years with crazy Wesley.
Gage–the year we were together was a tough one for you. I like seeing photos of you from that year, and comparing them with how strong you look in more recent photos. But you were still so cute, and such a trooper. What an amazing young man you have grown into! It was a pleasure holding your hand for a short time of this trip.
Avery– You, dear one, are so special to me. I remember with a bursting heart how kind and smart you were as a four year old. And I love hearing the stories of how brave you are for your brother. God has made you into an incredible young lady, with big plans for your future. I can not wait to see how it all works out for you. I truly expect that we will see greatness in everything you touch.
Ellie–You make me smile every time I think of you. What a darling little bundle of love you are. I am so excited to hear about kindergarten when I find you at Top Golf. Can you promise to give me just a little time by ourselves? I want to hear all about what’s going on. You are such a joy to your family, and to me.
Rebecca and Blake–I have told you so many times how blessed I feel to know you, and to have been selected to participate in your family’s life, even in such a minor role. (I mean , really, who is so close with their kids’ PRESCHOOL teacher?
) You are role models to people who do not even know you. Thank you for sharing your despair and your faith and your hope and your tears with the world. It taught me how to be a better Christian, and a better teacher. I adore each of you.
Looking forward to seeing you soon! I am planning on bringing the whole family, as they have heard about you for 3 years now and want to share in the celebration.
Love, Carita (Mrs. Youngblood)
Rebecca,
I love the video! It is so precious. I am rejoicing with you as you are entering a sweet time for your family! We are so sad that we will be unable to physically be with you to celebrate at Top Golf but please know we will be there in spirit! thank you for your 3+ years of honest sharing of all of your trials and of all of your triumphs. I am so thankful to know your sweet family! You encourage me daily.
Love,
Carrie