Sunday, January 10, 2010

Meet Sweet Baby Emery


Hi. My name is Emery.


I wanted to show you how cute I am before I tell you my story.



Some day this picture will embarrass me but it's OK for now.

Here's my story.

I'm six-weeks old and the baby girl cousin of Juan and Texas Woman. I live in Amarillo, Texas, but the other day I was life-flighted to Texas Children's Hospital in Houston because - and you won't believe this - I have cancer. The tumor is pressing on my spine and attached to my lungs.

Last night I had a port placed in me and I had my first treatment of chemotherapy. I probably need at least one more treatment. The doctors are trying to shrink the tumor away from my spine to make the operation easier.

So I'm here asking you a favor. When you send up prayers for The Texas Woman, could you add my name next to hers? It's just a little name.

Love,

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30 comments:

  1. WhisperWood CottageJanuary 10, 2010 at 12:59 PM

    Tons of prayers on the way to Texas! Such a precious baby. I will pray for you, for him, for your family members, and for the health care providers.

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  2. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 10, 2010 at 1:17 PM

    Prayers being sent, what a precious little one!
    Debra

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  3. TerryJanuary 10, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    Howdy
    Done !
    Heavenly Father we lift up this precious miracle you have given back to you and ask your healing power to engulf his body inside out ,set free and deliver all that is ever needed for Baby Emery to walk beyond this label called cancer and let him see your glory at work in His young life today and always we thank you by faith for the answers in Jesus Name
    Amen !

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  4. The Texas WomanJanuary 10, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Thank you, ladies, not only for the prayers but for pointing out that I should have mentioned Emery is a little girl. Not that it matters. God knows.

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  5. DavidJanuary 10, 2010 at 2:43 PM

    Precious pictures! Emery will be in my prayers.

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  6. BBJanuary 10, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Dear Lord... please take care of my friend The Texas Woman (she's the wild character you are looking at now!) and her darling baby cousin Emery. You don't need 'em yet. We do.
    Amen.
    BB

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  7. MarlaJanuary 10, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    We are praying for Emery and trusting God to heal this precious little one. Thank you for allowing us this opportunity to see God heal.

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  8. MalisaJanuary 10, 2010 at 3:39 PM

    Oh, that totally breaks my heart! Thank goodness that she is getting the best of care...and prayers! Baby Emery will be in my prayers and I am adding Baby Emery to the FB prayer list going for those with cancer in my hometown! Thanks you so much for sharing this sweet baby's photos and story with us so we can get busy praying for her...along with our continued prayers for you!

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  9. KittJanuary 10, 2010 at 3:40 PM

    Oh yes, please, Lord, for your glory we ask for complete healing for this family. Amen!

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  10. The MuseJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    Oh...yes, I will...
    My entire family will :)

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  11. Sarah DurhamJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:56 PM

    Cher,
    Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts about sweet Emery. She has proven to be one tough cookie! She has gone through 2 different chemo treatments and has 2 more tonight. All prayers appreciated and we are keeping you in our prayers as well. Much love!
    Sarah

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  12. twoivesJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:49 PM

    Cher,
    My prayers are for you and for Emery, as well as all the family—that our Lord and Savior will wrap his healing arms around all of you and give wisdom to your doctors. I also pray that you will continue to have a consciousness of God’s presence and loving care in your life.

    Sondra

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  13. DebiJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:30 PM

    Oh honey, Yes you and Emery have all of our prayers!! Every second of the day! God bless!
    Be blessed!!
    Debi xo

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  14. SueJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:52 PM

    Wow Cher, not sure what to say. I never understand the "whys" of these things happening to the little innocent ones in life. I've got little ones in my life, so it really tugs at my heart. Count me in on the prayers, Emery will be right along side of you in my prayers.
    Take care, Sue

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  15. trash talkJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:48 PM

    I will tonight and every night. You are never far from my thoughts and Emery won't be either. Praying for precious healing.
    Debbie

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  16. Free Art PrintablesJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:12 PM

    Oh Cher, I will totally add in another prayer! How does that happen? My thoughts are with both of you!

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  17. QuixoticJanuary 11, 2010 at 5:10 AM

    Prayers being said for you right now, gorgeous Emery.

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    She is beautifully sweet! When I first saw the picture, I just wanted another baby to hold. Then I read and verbally said, NO!

    I'm so sad. I will be praying for little Emery when I pray for you.
    -FringeGirl

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  19. red.neck chicJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:43 AM

    Prayers sent along from my knees for both of you!!! She is GORGEOUS!!!

    ;-) robelyn

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  20. MindyJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    Cher, I will add Emery to my prayer list, right there next to your name. Comfort, peace and healing. ~Mindy

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  21. StaciJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    Prayers going up from Oklahoma right now....

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  22. Midway RecordsJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    Adding Emery to prayer list now!

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  23. Arthur B. BurnettJanuary 11, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Hang in there Emery,
    You get through this you'll be as tough as Cher! Prayers offered and on going.

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  24. SieJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:47 PM

    Emery's story sorta jerks the car back onto the road of reality, doesn't it. As does your each and every visit to MDA. Some of life's twists & turns just leave us scratching our heads, wondering 'why'.

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  25. UnknownJanuary 12, 2010 at 8:36 PM

    Oh Emery....you (and your family and doctors) are in my prayers. Hang in there sweetie.....can't wait to hear news of your remission.

    PS: CUTE hat....you are "rockin' it!"

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  26. CarenJanuary 14, 2010 at 12:47 PM

    My heart aches for that baby. Only good thoughts and prayers coming your way. Man.

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  27. Cathy C. HallJanuary 14, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    She's on the list (right next to you)!

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  28. cheryls fascinatingfindsJanuary 15, 2010 at 9:06 PM

    Wow... Prayers for you both and for your loved ones. Didn't know such little ones could be born with cancer. What a precious picture. Hang in there, Cheryl

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  29. DarJanuary 16, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    Little Emery will be the first child on our list for as long as she needs us. Oh, how precious she is. Prayers for you and your family too.
    Blessings Be Yours

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  30. deb did itFebruary 9, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    hugs, healing and prayers coming your way Cher and Emery

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