tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post1239828087954110240..comments2024-03-01T10:33:32.085+02:00Comments on Deqlan Ross Higgins: SURVIVOR - DEQLAN ROSS HIGGINSDeqlanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11021190489235826175noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-81181424439124320142009-09-03T04:53:02.345+02:002009-09-03T04:53:02.345+02:00Thank you Samm for sharing the difficult story of ...Thank you Samm for sharing the difficult story of Deqlan's initial dx with all of us...I am in tears as well, not just from imagining all that little Deqlan has gone through-but from happiness as I hear the strength and faith in God you rely on every day to keep you from getting discouraged...God is using you to help others (me included!) :-) and I am proud to call you my friend.<br />Always praying,<br />Debbie & ConnorDebbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14454270826003174327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-88281608896992950102009-09-02T21:34:44.578+02:002009-09-02T21:34:44.578+02:00Our Precious and Adored Deqlan,
OUR BRAVE,COURAGEO...Our Precious and Adored Deqlan,<br />OUR BRAVE,COURAGEOUS AND VICTORIOUS WARRIOR<br /><br />It is an absolute honour to be your grandparents. You are our treasured blessing from God. We salute you, courageous warrior and HERO SURVIVOR ! <br /><br />The name Mommy and Daddy gave you - Deqlan - means "Full of Prayer" or "Prayerful" and how you have personified this is bringing us all closer to God through prayer and worship. How apt is it that you also have your very own "Prayer Army" which will forever continue to lift you up in prayer, especially in thanksgiving for your eternal NED status.<br /><br />You have taught us our greatest lessons in life; this you have achieved without words or deeds. What you have experienced, many humans will never come close to in their entire lifetime. <br /><br />GOD HAS A VERY SPECIAL PURPOSE FOR YOUR LIFE. YOU HAVE COME WITH A MISSION. YOU ARE UNIQUE, YOU ARE SPECIAL AND YOU ARE DEARLY LOVED.<br /><br />With all our immeasurable love and pride and joy,<br /><br />Nanna and GrandpaNanna and Grandpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06254811167983571534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-10027216705835971532009-09-02T21:31:03.120+02:002009-09-02T21:31:03.120+02:00Tribute to a Most Precious and Treasured Family,
...Tribute to a Most Precious and Treasured Family,<br /><br />Whilst reading your tribute, I recalled the very emotions I experienced during all the events described by you. Sharing your story so tenderly, your experience, your pain as well as your triumphant joys and victories, is courageous, brave and truly inspirational.<br /><br />It's the amazing story of hope, of faith and of a love that is immeasurable, eternal and unconditional. It is the story of a miracle.<br /><br />What you chose NOT to share is the very tribute I wish to offer to you and Mark.<br /><br />I salute your ACCEPTANCE & TRUST - the devastation, fear and terror of first hearing "the diagnosis" was replaced by unconditional acceptance of, and complete trust in, God's will; there were no questions to God of why Deqlan had to be THE ONE in 100,000 children with neuroblastoma; you knew God's plan was perfect, intended to never harm, but always to provide hope and a future<br /><br />I salute your DIGNITY & GRACE -<br />in your total surrender to God's will, whilst the levels of your faith, hope and love increased daily and which still achieve heights beyond human understanding<br /> <br />I salute your STRENGTH & COURAGE -<br />fortified by numerous events throughout your journey, how you always found ways to deal with the many and sometimes unexpected challenges you faced, one of which included how you translated your initial fear of Deqlan's chemotherapy into acceptance of this as a vital part of his cure,through your decision to view the chemotherapy entering into Deqlan's veins as "Holy Water"; <br />your courage was reflected in the fearless decisions to challenge the doctors and the nursing staff whenever necessary; you always acknowledged that the seemingly endless supply of your strength during these times came from the special relationship you have with your compassionate and merciful God <br /><br />I salute your SACRIFICES MADE -<br />through your non-negotiable principle of personally being with Deqlan throughout his journey; the many months of long, anxious days and lonely nights spent with him, in isolation at times, which included waiting outside the theatre, being in the wards, intensive care units, in radiological departments; during these times he was either recovering from numerous surgical interventions, and/or having chemotherapy or scans and sonars; your selfless passion ensured that Deqlan's safety was paramount and that he always felt so very loved, secure and never alone; without hesitation, your lives were "put on hold", your own needs replaced by new priorities<br /><br />I salute your COMPASSION, GENEROSITY & KINDNESS - born of your own experience and which you currently utilize so tenderly to help relevant organizations and fellow patients and/or their parents and families; you are a true blessing to all those who seek your wisdom,understanding, support, encouragement and your love and experience your hope and faith in His word.<br /><br />I salute your DEDICATION, DEVOTION AND COMMITMENT - which knows no boundaries in being the most extraordinary parents to "our" extraordinary and beautiful Deqlan<br /><br />I salute your FAITH & HOPE & LOVE- which your experience has forever engraved on your hearts, minds, souls and spirits; your unwavering faith, indefatiguable hope and eternal love will continue to ensure victory over any challenge<br /><br />I salute your WISDOM - just one of the greatest lessons you have shared with us as a result of your journey, is the realization of the need to live each and every moment of our lives to its fullest potential; to seize each day with gratitude and never to take anyone or anything for granted<br /><br />GOD CHOSE YOU FOR THIS EXPERIENCE. YOU ARE SPECIAL AND YOU ARE DEARLY LOVED. I celebrate your miracle story. I celebrate you.<br /><br />With all our love,<br /><br />Dee & Mom/BevNanna and Grandpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06254811167983571534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-70416417537266254632009-09-02T08:20:51.521+02:002009-09-02T08:20:51.521+02:00Hi Samm, I'm reading your piece on Deqlan and ...Hi Samm, I'm reading your piece on Deqlan and I cannot stop the tears!! You and your family are an inspiration....I can just imagine what you must have gone through with the diagnosis and seeing your little boy going through operations and chemo....but you have and amazing family and SO MUCH faith!!! I cannot wait to see Deqlan grow up....it is my highlight in the morning to read your blog & all the new things Deqlan is saying and doing!! Thank you for keeping us inspired by the lessons you teach about faith and persistence and patience and most of all LOVE!!!<br />Talk again soon!<br />NinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-26165940358006598352009-09-01T23:17:49.460+02:002009-09-01T23:17:49.460+02:00My friend, I feel very emotional reading this post...My friend, I feel very emotional reading this post! To think what you have come through, and what Deqlan has achieved in his little life. I said it many times before, and I say it again...I salute you and Mark! The strength that you showed, the faith that you kept (and continue to keep), the pure and utter love and determination is so evident in everything you did, and continue to do for Deqlan to lead a normal, happy, healthy life. God bless you all my friend, and I love you more than words can possibly say.<br /><br />Don, Sam, Mia and Liam xxxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-17241668196885516812009-09-01T20:14:44.263+02:002009-09-01T20:14:44.263+02:00hello,I will always pray that Deqlan remains NED f...hello,I will always pray that Deqlan remains NED for the rest of his life,he is a true fighter and Hero....about the entry you would like to do about ali, you can certainly do whatever you like...God bless you and your family always,<br />take care...<br />rhenda,ali&familyrhenda Elsayedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05803766724513193676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-678149034855216789.post-14886894757834226122009-09-01T16:47:57.662+02:002009-09-01T16:47:57.662+02:00Amazing little fighter. I can't imagine gettin...Amazing little fighter. I can't imagine getting that news. With Jax everything really happened right in front of us. Keep going, little man:)Laceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03321275110857561824noreply@blogger.com