Thinking About Brandon

Thinking About Brandon

June 27th, 2010 @ 3:40 pm by Mrs. Dolphin
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Last week, we found out that our cousin Brandon (little B who walked his little sister, KK, down the aisle at our wedding) was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

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Brandon and his Sister, KK, at our wedding. Aren’t they adorable? Serious cuteness overload!

photo by Brandon and KK’s Momma

We were completely shocked and heartbroken when we found out.

Finding out was like being hit by a ton of bricks. It is strange how life could change in an instant, with one diagnosis. If was just a few weeks ago that he was healthy, dressed all snazzy in his suit and looking forward to that Nintendo DS game he was promised if he walked his sister down the aisle at our wedding.

Mr D and I are able to get updates on how Brandon is doing via Facebook from his momma. Facebook has become an excellent tool for Brandon’s momma to let our family and friends know how he is doing (without having to make the same phone call over and over again). She even posts pictures of him every few days. It is wonderful to get to see his face and send him happy thoughts and messages via Facebook.

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Please pray for Brandon and his family. Please keep them in your thoughts, prayers, and send good vibes their way.

We love you Brandon. We think about you all the time and are always so happy to hear when you are doing well through your chemo treatments, having a bit of fun at an arcade (that was sweet enough to clean the machines for him before he got there) or feeling perky. You are an incredibly brave little boy. Sending love, kisses, strength, happiness, and prayers.

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39 Responses to “Thinking About Brandon”

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marilyn

You and your family are in my prayers.

6/27/10 @ 3:54 pm (reply)

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JenBabe (message) 316 posts, Helper bee

Such a brave young man. Brandon you will kick this Leukemias butt.

6/27/10 @ 4:08 pm (reply)

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Miss Cardigan (message) 8,645 posts, Bee Keeper

Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that - how incredibly sad! I will be keeping Brandon and his family in my prayers!

6/27/10 @ 4:19 pm (reply)

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Miss Knitting (message) 1,072 posts, Bumble bee

I am so so sorry to hear this. What a brave little guy.

6/27/10 @ 4:20 pm (reply)

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Farfromachildbride (message) 1,006 posts, Bumble bee

I’m so sorry. I hope all of you stay strong and FIGHT! Also, his mom may want to check out CaringBridge, where she can set up a free website and update everyone on his situation. It’s a great tool and can be accessed by people who are not on Facebook.

6/27/10 @ 4:36 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Snow (message) 916 posts, Busy bee

Prayers, good thoughts, and lots of leukemia-busting vibes coming Brandon’s way.

Does Brandon need anything? Mr. Snow and I know all too well how BORING those chemo sessions can be!

6/27/10 @ 4:42 pm (reply)

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MOHmama (message) 404 posts, Helper bee

I’m so glad that social media allows us to still have a closeness with family and friends through times like these. Hang in there. Hope to be hearing positive updates on his treatments.

6/27/10 @ 4:50 pm (reply)

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Miss Earrings (message) 2,477 posts, Buzzing bee

Thinking and praying for Brandon and family!

6/27/10 @ 4:56 pm (reply)

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Miss Sweet Tea (message) 289 posts, Helper bee

I am so sorry to hear this! My friends little girl has been battling a brain tumor for the past year. It will be one of the hardest things for you and the family but be strong! God will do whats best! Best of luck to the little man and his family! My heart goes out too you all!

6/27/10 @ 5:10 pm (reply)

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ninjadarling (message) 388 posts, Helper bee

So sorry to hear this. Thinking about your family.

6/27/10 @ 5:43 pm (reply)

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Laylabelle (message) 3,378 posts, Sugar bee

Heartbreaking. Cancer is evil, and it hurts my heart when kids have to deal with it. I will definitely keep Brandon in my prayers.

6/27/10 @ 5:48 pm (reply)

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Miss Stripes (message) 1,063 posts, Bumble bee

Sending lots of good thoughts towards little B and the family!

6/27/10 @ 6:10 pm (reply)

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Miss Turtle (message) 782 posts, Busy bee

Aww, that is such a heartbreaking diagnosis! Just said a prayer for little Brandon!

6/27/10 @ 6:17 pm (reply)

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Miss Elephant (message) 6,182 posts, Bee Keeper

Sending good thoughts and prayers Brandon’s way.

6/27/10 @ 6:18 pm (reply)

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periwinkle

Love to Brandon! prayers coming his way.

6/27/10 @ 7:21 pm (reply)

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Jenniphyr (message) 2,637 posts, Sugar bee

Crossing my fingers for Brandon and the rest of your family.

ALL needs to go eff itself.

6/27/10 @ 7:23 pm (reply)

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Miss Seashell (message) 1,713 posts, Bumble bee

Stay strong Brandon and family!

6/27/10 @ 8:01 pm (reply)

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KlingonBride (message) 69 posts, Worker bee

May God bless Brandon and all of his family, including you and Mr. Dolphin, with hope and health and strength.

6/27/10 @ 8:09 pm (reply)

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smith207 (message) 415 posts, Helper bee

Be strong, Brandon!

I am a volunteer for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. It is an organization that provides sick kids like Brandon something positive to focus on when they are battling a life-threatening medical condition.

Brandon, his parents or his medical team can refer him to receive a wish. You should encourage his parents to start the process to see if he is eligible http://www.wish.org/refer.

I want to clarify that Make-A-Wish is not a terminal organization. Most kids live on to lead healthy, adult lives.

6/27/10 @ 8:45 pm (reply)

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