Monday, August 23, 2010

RYAN WHITE 4/10/08-- 8/9/10


I Love this Picture (Ryan and his Mommy )
This Sweet little boy's name is Ryan White. Unfortunately he passed away on August 9th, 2010 from Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Ryan was such a fighter !!! He had to endure many trials in his short life but especially the last few months as his little body was shutting down.
We met Ryan when Karson was in PICU and Ryan had to come in to have his G-tube placed. As we talked to Jerrell and Michele (Ryan's parents) they told us that their first little boy had passed away from SMA , then they had Josh (healthy boy) , and then Ryan . I am so amazed with these families that have the faith to have more children knowing there is a 25% chance they will have another SMA child. There are many families that have two or maybe even three SMA children. I can't say enough how AMAZING these people are!!

One thing is for sure Ryan's is free of this HORRIBLE disease. He can Breathe, Run, Jump, Swallow, and so much more. I know Ryan is happy but his family is in need so all of you that read this please keep them in your prayers!
P.S.
If you haven't ever looked at the little video clip to the left please do. It's of a bunch of special little SMA kids. Karson's baby picture is in it.

4 comments:

Tara & Mark said...

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I can't even imagine what they are going through right now.

prRiggs said...

How are you all doing??? I had to borrow a picture because I didn't get one this summer. We love you and miss you.

Jessica said...

Hi Jody,

I just saw your comment. We live in a small town in Washington State called Washougal which is across the river from Portland, OR. Where do you live?

Your family is beautiful, too! I am always happy to find other SMA families...it's nice to keep in touch with people who are experiencing the same things we are. We'll be following you! :)

Brit said...

Yeah no more Picc Line. I LOVE the pictures of Hadley and Karson, so so cute. That puppy is a keeper :)