This is the tent where everyone gathered to walk for raising funds for Cystic Fibrosis. Our great grandson Luke has this affliction. He is in good shape now. But will be going through many rough times in his life.
On Saturday, this is daddy Mark carrying Luke through the walk. There were other families walking for their loved ones also.
The tag on Mark's shirt reads , I'm walking for Luke. # whyIstride4CF
Luke looking over daddy's shoulder with his Purdue cap atop his head.
Here's Luke's big brother Max. His shirt says, I am walking for, My little brother Luke.
Seems Luke found a wee girl to hold his hand. Aww, young love.
Here's Luke's Gigi (Liz) and mommy(Lynzie) , pretty girls.
Max doesn't go far without his playmate cousin, Layla. They get along so well.
After a long day of walking and hand holding, Luke seems very happy. I love this little sweetheart. I always pray a cure will be found.
This all went on last Saturday in Lafayette, In. There will be another walk next year. I am going to try to do some walking for Luke and others.
Hope you are loving this wonderful week. The weather today was perfection. Give me a whole summer of this. Enjoy . XO
What a wonderful thing to do, Susie! I'm glad to hear little Luke is doing well now. I must admit I don't know a lot about C.F. and what I do know is based on old information. I am hoping new medications and practises have made it come a long way. Have a wonderful weekend. -Jenn
ReplyDeleteThank you Jenn. I do believe CF researchers are learning more. Hopefully one day a cure will be found. I read a story in the Indy Star about a young mom who had a lung transplant that helped her, but she became pregnant and had a child and was now is in a bad way...but her baby did not have CF. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteLuke has the sweetest smile and what a great photo of Liz and Lynzie!
ReplyDeleteI join you in praying for your precious Luke and for finding a cure.
I know your heart hurts.....
Linda, Luke is a happy child and so is Max. I have seen them both tired and grumpy a few times. :) I truly appreciate your prayers for my family. Some times I cry while I pray, can't help it, I am only human. But I have faith, God loves Luke and will be at his side always. Blessings, xoxo, love you, Susie
DeletePrecious pictures from the walk. Praying with you for Luke and for a cure. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Mildred. All prayers are welcome. I like for Luke to be surrounded by prayers. :) Blessings, xoxo, Susie
Deletewhat a wonderful event to help so many,,
ReplyDeleteLaurie, I am nt sure how much money they raised as it was a bit of a quick event. But my granddaughter was not used to helping pull these events together...she will learn more as time goes along. Praying for a cure. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteSusie, I have bronchiectasis, which is different from CF but often treated in some of the same ways (compression vest, etc.). So I super-applaud your walk for this, not just for your own special guy but for all those who have this disease. I really feel for the children.
ReplyDeleteThank you Jeanie. I hope you are doing well. Any thing that effects the lungs...you have to stay away from flu and cold germs ..if possible. It's scary. Luke's mommy and grandmother (Gigi) are nurses...that gives me less stress. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteI hope and pray we find a cure soon too. What a good walk for this cause. He is a sweetie for sure and this daughter looks just like you! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteDiane, My daughter Liz (Gigi) is Emma's mommy. Max, Luke , and Layla are her grands. She sure helps the children out when she can. Thank you for the prayers for a cure. Hopefully one day. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie
DeleteYour little Luke is a treasure and that big smile of his is a hearth breaker. I will be praying for him.
ReplyDeleteSuzie, you have always been such a sweet blogging sister, thank you for your friendship and kindness through the years. You are a sweetie pie.
Have a lovely weekend.
Connie :)
Thank you Connie for the kind words. Luke is a sweet boy...love music...he likes to touch the guitar when his uncle Brock plays. Isn't that adorable. Thank you for the prayers for Luke. We like for Luke to be prayer over. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteThis is just awesome Susie. What a beautiful cause. My SIL's cousin two kids both have CF and they are doing well but they had to move to dryer climate to help with their disease. Glad to see Luke is doing so well. Luke is a cutie and has that infectious smile. Have a great day today Susie. Big hugs. Kris
ReplyDeleteThank you Kris. I have learn much about CF. It's sad. Luke got a good healthy start in his life from his mommy's milk. So the drs. said he can fight when the time comes. He gets check ups all the time. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie
DeleteWhat precious pictures Susie. I will pray for your Luke. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteThank you Cindy. Every prayer is so appreciated. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteWhat an awesome thing to do and I will pray for your little Luke. he looks like such a happy boy. Hugs and Love. xo
ReplyDeleteThank you Susie. We love getting prayers for our boy. He is a happy little fellow. Hope you are doing well. Blessings to all, xoxo, Love, Susie
DeleteLuke is so adorable! What a beautiful cause. I'm glad they have walks and benefits etc. to bring awareness for different health issues. Sending prayers and positive vibes!
ReplyDeleteThank you Pilar. Gosh I had a rough morning, trying to retrieve my gmail acct. So many quirky things going on with blogger. Then When I return a couple of crazy messages from some one named Tasha….why are people always trying to sell us something we never asked for. LOL. I already wanted to pull my hair out. :):) Blessings to you honey. xoxo, Susie
DeleteOh Susie...I'm praying for you and your family. Luke is sooo cute. I know this has to be hard for you. Hug him when you can and know we're all praying out here for a cure.
ReplyDeleteBlessings my friend,
Gert
Thank you so much Gert. Luke is a healthy strong boy. He gets check ups every couple of months. Lynzie and Mark are careful about who's around him if they are sick. There will be tough battles in Luke's future. He's a happy boy and close to his brother Max. :) Hope you are doing well and staying cool. I think we had a couple weeks of spring then went right into the heat of summer. Blessings, xoxo,love, Susie
DeleteLuke is a little doll with a million dollar smile! Yes, I pray for a cure as well. It breaks your heart to see the struggles they have to deal with. A good walk for a great cause!
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Thank you so much Jann...we truly appreciate every prayer. Blessings to you and your family, xoxo, Susie
DeleteLove all these cute pictures!!--sweet sweet kids! also enjoyed the previous graduation post! Seems like time just flies, doesn't it?--and before we know it, they are graduating! LOl Glad you enjoyed my garden post. Yes, it's so lovely and like you said....a perfect spot to sit and read or maybe write a letter! Pretty and peaceful. Little granddaughter sure loved it as well and loves to find and identify the flowers and birds and things.
ReplyDeleteDebbi, Your little granddaughter will be so smart, already picking out birds and flowers. Squeeze her she is growing. I have two more grand kids in H.S. then those Little great grands will be in school in the wink of an eye. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie
DeleteSusie you have a beautiful family. Looks like they all enjoyed the day. What a blessing the weather was great for the walk. Looks like the kids were having a lot of fun. The are all such cuties.
ReplyDeleteCindy
Cindy, My babies are all growing up...waaa. I am having a hard time letting go. I hope to see them each month, at least. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
Deletep.s. Horton's should be having something soon.
Susie, I am finally able to comment after all this time, yaaaay! That is a great thing to walk for cystic fibrosis. Little Luke looks precious in his aqua chair. And a cute picture of Liz and Lynzie. I sure hope the comment thing stays this way, Susie. : )
ReplyDeletelove, ~Sheri