my cousin

my heart is heavy right now with thoughts of my cousin, joshua. i've posted about him before...about how he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor last june. it has been a huge battle for him and he is still fighting. last week i got word that although the tumor had shrunk 29% (thanks to some really expensive Italian medicine), there is new growth on his spinal chord.

and today, he and his brother are fighting the stomach flu. it has gotten really bad and they are on their way to the hospital with josh. He is increasingly weak & lethargic, not holding anything in, and choking on fluids.

josh's parents are exhausted. this has been a fight for them as well. his mom is caring for him day & night.

and so, my heart is heavy. we are begging God for a miracle. that He would save this young boy's life. please pray with me...that ultimately, God would be glorified no matter what happens.

If you would like to read more about Josh, you can go here to see pictures of him and hear his story. And also, if you feel led to, there is a place where you can make a donation. Their medical expenses are outrageous (Josh's dad, Gino, is a pastor so you know he doesn't make much!) and they need all the help they can get to raise money for Josh's fight. There is a donation button you can click on and it will give you info. thanks friends.