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Please keep Chance in your thoughts and prayers (1 Viewer)

I just got the ball rolling. Max Foizey to Dave Glover to Marc Bulger made it happen.

I don't know what else to say except that you, your family, and Chance will forever inspire all of us here.

All of my love.

 
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I hold my breath every time I enter this thread... Glad to see that FBG's were able to put something together and give some happiness to Chance. Him understanding the video and smiling made me tear up. That is a great story.

 
St. Louis Bob said:
I just got the ball rolling. Max Foizey to Dave Glover to Marc Bulger made it happen.

I don't know what else to say except that you, your family, and Chance will forever inspire all of us here.

All of my love.
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No you did a lot more than just get the ball rolling. You performed an incredible kindness. You are magnificent.
 
I don't think I'm alone in wanting to bump this thread ten times a day to say I'm thinking about you and wishing you the best, or in not knowing what exactly to say or do, or in being afraid to read any new updates but checking the thread frequently anyways because I want so desperately to hear some good news. I can't believe how quickly this has progressed and I'm just amazed at how strong biggie's been throughout. But as emotionally as I've been following this and praying for the best, today's update was the first time I actually cried. I'm so glad to hear some good news. Thank you biggie and thank you RFW and SLB and thanks to Max, Dave, Marc and JJ. You're good eggs, all of you.

 
bostonfred said:
I don't think I'm alone in wanting to bump this thread ten times a day to say I'm thinking about you and wishing you the best, or in not knowing what exactly to say or do, or in being afraid to read any new updates but checking the thread frequently anyways because I want so desperately to hear some good news. I can't believe how quickly this has progressed and I'm just amazed at how strong biggie's been throughout. But as emotionally as I've been following this and praying for the best, today's update was the first time I actually cried. I'm so glad to hear some good news. Thank you biggie and thank you RFW and SLB and thanks to Max, Dave, Marc and JJ. You're good eggs, all of you.
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No you are not alone. Except that the "first time" part at least.

 
RFW and SLB - great job on such tremendous gifts for Chance and his family.

BB - Again, I'm so sorry for what is happening to Chance. I can't imagine a more difficult and heart wrenching thing for a family to endure. Your situation has heightened my awareness of how special it is to have family, and I cried thinking about what you're going through when I thought of my own 13 yo daughter. Thank you for sharing such an intimate part of your life. I'm certain that Chance is very lucky to have you as a father and I continue to wish the best for all of you.

 
St. Louis Bob said:
I just got the ball rolling. Max Foizey to Dave Glover to Marc Bulger made it happen.

I don't know what else to say except that you, your family, and Chance will forever inspire all of us here.

All of my love.
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:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

 
Biggie, the time you spend with Chance and your family now will resonate for the rest of his life, and the rest of yours. Keep your chin up, and remember that you needn't grieve someone who's still with you, sharing life - celebrate him and cherish him while he's here. And I know it's easier said than done, but try to stay strong and resist mourning his passing until it's time. Enjoy your life together even now, and appreciate the time you have. God bless...

 
Awesome job, Bob and RFW. Definitely two of the best guys around. So rad that you guys could help put a smile on Chance's face.

 
I wish I could have done more biggie.

ANd of course, I wish the painting could be a little better. Im glad it got there.

I hope the other one came in all right as well.

Your whole family is my thoughts.

pete

 
rabidfireweasel said:
I wish I could have done more biggie.

ANd of course, I wish the painting could be a little better. Im glad it got there.

I hope the other one came in all right as well.

Your whole family is my thoughts.

pete
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you're good people, rfw.

To have the talent you possess and use it in this manner is something I'm both envious, as well as in admiration, of

The talent, or lack-there-of, that I possess leaves me with sending good vibes. And while I think I'm pretty good at it, it pales in comparison.

thanks for picking up the slack.

 
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This is a very special place. Not to make this thread about me, but years ago, when I lost almost everything I had- my art, my things, my daughter's books, my sense of humor- FBG's rallied around people who had lost things in Katrina. Everything I lost, could be replaced or remade. The FBG folks and a Joe match gave my family 5X more than FEMA and the American Red Cross combined. It meant the world, and I will never forget. I remember buying my daughter books, a crib and a stuffed animal with that money and I was crying in line thinking about the people here.

So, I can do more than spending some hours in the studio smushing some pigment around for a guy like big b and his family going through something I can't fathom.

I appreciate everyone's kind words to me, but this place has done much more for me than I have for it.

 
rabidfireweasel said:
This is a very special place. Not to make this thread about me, but years ago, when I lost almost everything I had- my art, my things, my daughter's books, my sense of humor- FBG's rallied around people who had lost things in Katrina. Everything I lost, could be replaced or remade. The FBG folks and a Joe match gave my family 5X more than FEMA and the American Red Cross combined. It meant the world, and I will never forget. I remember buying my daughter books, a crib and a stuffed animal with that money and I was crying in line thinking about the people here.

So, I can do more than spending some hours in the studio smushing some pigment around for a guy like big b and his family going through something I can't fathom.

I appreciate everyone's kind words to me, but this place has done much more for me than I have for it.
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That's a wonderful story about what was done for you. But not everyone spends the time and effort that you did giving back to someone else. Don't sell yourself short. Like St. Louis Bob, what you did was an incredible kindness. Like him, you are magnificent.

 
rabidfireweasel said:
The FBG folks and a Joe match gave my family 5X more than FEMA and the American Red Cross combined. It meant the world, and I will never forget. I remember buying my daughter books, a crib and a stuffed animal with that money and I was crying in line thinking about the people here.

So, I can do more than spending some hours in the studio smushing some pigment around for a guy like big b and his family going through something I can't fathom.

I appreciate everyone's kind words to me, but this place has done much more for me than I have for it.
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I don't think I knew about the Joe match. Very cool. As is your smushing. :)

 
Limp Ditka said:
rabidfireweasel said:
I wish I could have done more biggie.

ANd of course, I wish the painting could be a little better. Im glad it got there.

I hope the other one came in all right as well.

Your whole family is my thoughts.

pete
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you're good people, rfw.

To have the talent you possess and use it in this manner is something I'm both envious, as well as in admiration, of

The talent, or lack-there-of, that I possess leaves me with sending good vibes. And while I think I'm pretty good at it, it pales in comparison.

thanks for picking up the slack.
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Both rfw and StLB, great acts of kindheartedness.

BB,

Few additional words, but some random guy from Texas (me) and his family are truly keeping you and yours in our prayers.

 
I will be pulling for the Texans, too! I only watch some football in the post season and of course, the superbowl. For Chance, I will watch and cheer for them, and for Chance! Go Texans!

 
timschochet said:
rabidfireweasel said:
This is a very special place. Not to make this thread about me, but years ago, when I lost almost everything I had- my art, my things, my daughter's books, my sense of humor- FBG's rallied around people who had lost things in Katrina. Everything I lost, could be replaced or remade. The FBG folks and a Joe match gave my family 5X more than FEMA and the American Red Cross combined. It meant the world, and I will never forget. I remember buying my daughter books, a crib and a stuffed animal with that money and I was crying in line thinking about the people here.

So, I can do more than spending some hours in the studio smushing some pigment around for a guy like big b and his family going through something I can't fathom.

I appreciate everyone's kind words to me, but this place has done much more for me than I have for it.
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That's a wonderful story about what was done for you. But not everyone spends the time and effort that you did giving back to someone else. Don't sell yourself short. Like St. Louis Bob, what you did was an incredible kindness. Like him, you are magnificent.
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:goodposting:

 
Incredible jobs by RFW and SLB. Huge props and admiration for you guys!! Also awesome of JJ Watt to come through with a message for Chance. That whole post had me tearing up on the couch.

BB, you and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

 
Here's a link to the video. I'm hoping JJ doesn't mind that I'm posting it temporarily, but it felt right to share it with you all. It's unlisted so it won't be searchable or anything - only you guys with the link will be able to view it.

Link

 
bigbottom said:
Here's a link to the video. I'm hoping JJ doesn't mind that I'm posting it temporarily, but it felt right to share it with you all. It's unlisted so it won't be searchable or anything - only you guys with the link will be able to view it.

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Very cool!

 
bigbottom said:
Here's a link to the video. I'm hoping JJ doesn't mind that I'm posting it temporarily, but it felt right to share it with you all. It's unlisted so it won't be searchable or anything - only you guys with the link will be able to view it.

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That's very awesome, hope Chance was able to fully appreciate and enjoy it.

 
bigbottom said:
Here's a link to the video. I'm hoping JJ doesn't mind that I'm posting it temporarily, but it felt right to share it with you all. It's unlisted so it won't be searchable or anything - only you guys with the link will be able to view it.

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Awesome. So glad Watt did this for Chance, and so glad it made Chance happy. :thumbup:

This makes me a Watt fan.

 
bigbottom said:
I know a number of you have suggested that the FFA come up with something special or helpful for Chance. Well, a couple of our FFA brethren have come through in a big way.

As you may be aware, Chance is a big Houston Texans fan, and his favorite players are Andre Johnson and JJ Watt. And as many of you know, rabidfireweasel is an amazing artist with a big heart. Yesterday, we received a really cool painting of Andre Johnson in action hurdling a defender after making a reception. What a really cool thing for RFW to do (I'm sure it took a long time) and Chance really, really liked it. We're going to frame it, and it will likely end up in his younger brother Clay's room. Thanks so much RFW for such a meaningful gift.

Others of you know that St. Louis Bob is one of the best guys around. Just a genuinely good person. Well, SLB reached out to his contacts, and I don't know how many mountains he had to move, but today Chance received a personalized video from JJ Watt. Chance was sleeping (he's on low dose morphine now), but as soon as I started to play the video, he perked up and had a smile on his face throughout the entire video. It was absolutely clear that Chance recognized JJ and understood everything he said. And that smile was worth the world to me.

I couldn't have asked for two more meaningful gestures to bring happiness to my son during this difficult time. Thanks to you both, from the bottom of my heart. And sincere appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to my good friends here in the FFA for your kind words, continued support and offers of assistance. This is a special place. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
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Nice work, boys.

Pretty sure this post just set the FFA record for most likes.

 
Bob Magaw said:
Some religions have it that children choose their parents.

If that is true, Chance couldn't possibly have made a better choice.

He is incredibly blessed to be surrounded by the love and support that transcends the words you are using to describe this ordeal and can be tangibly and palpably felt through the screen I am looking at this through.

Your family is also obviously blessed by the presence of a child like Chance that could evoke such an outpouring of love and understanding.

In our thoughts and prayers, BB, Chance and your family.
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Some religions say parents are indebted to their children in previous lives. My dad heard about this theory and said, "I must have owned you a lot" every time I did something bad :hot: . I always replied, "you mean you wish it takes more than one life time to pay me back because I bring you so much joy."BB, I have been keeping Chance and your family in my thoughts. You all show amazing courage.

 
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bigbottom said:
Here's a link to the video. I'm hoping JJ doesn't mind that I'm posting it temporarily, but it felt right to share it with you all. It's unlisted so it won't be searchable or anything - only you guys with the link will be able to view it.

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Thanks, BB. I was thinking about this the past couple of days and mentioned this situation to my own son. I'm glad you posted this so that my son can see that there are some good role models out there. By that I mean JJ Watt, but also you and SLB and RFW.

 
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, BB. And thank you to everyone here for being the amazing community that this place is.

 
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