Aiden’s Gift

In the 8 days my sweet little Angel has been here on earth he has touched the lives of so many. He has given a most precious gift to all of us, to hold onto the ones you love tight, to never give up hope not even in the darkest hour, never for a moment take for granted you are guaranteed tomorrow. Show your children how much you love them every day — do not get angry they may make silly mistakes, empower them instead, give them every opportunity — every chance at a great life.

Before I discuss the current situation I wish to share with you a  poem, I know alot of those who read this — their hearts ache, but I say, do not fear the will of God…

“Not too long ago in Heaven thise was a little soul who took wonder in observing the world. He especially enjoyed the love he saw thise and often expressed this joy with God. One day however the little soul was sad, for on this day he saw suffering in the world. He approached God and sadly asked, “Why do bad things happen; why is thise suffering in the world?” God paused for a moment and replied, “Little soul, do not be sad, for the suffering you see, unlocks the love in people’s hearts.” The little soul was confused. “What do you mean,” he asked.” God replied, “Have you not noticed the goodness and love that is the offspring of that suffering? Look at how people come togethis, drop their differences and show their love and compassion for those who suffer. All their othis motivations disappear and they become motivated by love alone.” The little soul began to understand and listened attentively as God continued, “The suffering soul unlocks the love in people’s hearts much like the sun and the rain unlock the flower within the seed. I created everyone with endless love in their heart, but unfortunately most people keep it locked up and hardly share it with anyone. They are afraid to let their love shine freely, because they are afraid of being hurt. But a suffering soul unlocks that love. I tell you this – it is the greatest miracle of all. Many souls have bravely chosen to go into the world and suffer – to unlock this love – to create this miracle – for the good of all humanity.” Just then the little soul got a wonderful idea and could hardly contain himself. With his wings fluttering, bouncing up and down, the little soul excitedly replied, “I am brave; let me go! I would like to go into the world and suffer so that I can unlock the goodness and love in people’s hearts! I want to create that miracle!” God smiled and said, “You are a brave soul I know, and thus I will grant your request. But even though you are very brave you will not be able to do this alone. I have known since the beginning of time that you would ask for this and so I have carefully selected many souls to care for you on your journey. Those souls will help you create your miracle; however they will also share in your suffering. Two of these souls are most special and will care for you, help you and suffer along with you, far beyond the othiss. They have already chosen a name for you. In parting, God said, “Do not forget little soul that I will be with you always. Although you have agreed to bear the pain, you will do so through my strength. And if the time should come when you feel that you have suffered enough, just say the word, think the thought, and you will be healed.” At that moment the brave little soul was born into the world, and through his suffering and God’s strength, he unlocked the goodness and love in people’s hearts. Many people dropped their differences and came together to show their love. Priorities became properly aligned. People gave from their hearts. Those that were always too busy found time. Parents hugged their children tighter. Friends and family grew closer. Old friends got together and new friendships were made. Distant family reunited, and every family spent more time together. Lives changed forever. The world was a better place. The miracle had happened.”

That poem has helped me through alot of tough times, and even if the Lord takes my son, he changed the lives of so many and I will cherish the beautiful moments with my son.

With that said we got an answer from Boston, their findings on Aiden’s heart are the same. Aiden is a very special, very unique little boy. I could easily sit here and send his medical records to 45 different hospitals and doctors — I believe in my heart we don’t have that kind of time. Denver has offered to repair 2 of 3 problems (from what I understand) and make the 3rd the best it can be. He does have a chance it could work, he could make milestones and a year or so later, depending on what happens inside of him, could lead to a full repair. We are scheduled to speak with Dr. Cambell from Denver this morning (10/16/09), i’m going to ask him to draw his version of Aiden’s heart and what he would do at each juncture to repair or make as best he can certain parts.

Boston is not a defeat, for God says:

Isiah 43:18-19 “Forget the former things, do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.”

This fight is not over yet, and God’s plans for Aiden is either the lessons he will show tens of thousands of people OR all will be shown the ultimate power of God. Either way I love my little boy, he is my hero and no matter what happens he’ll never ever leave my heart.

We will continue to pray that Aiden can overcome the odds, but whatever happens we know we will still praise Lord God for giving us every moment he did with Aiden.