At Horizon Elementary, Kelton is known by the whole school. Each month, staff and
students watch as Kelton co-hosts the school's news program, Horizon Today (we're
using the word news in the loosest sense here) on the school's closed circuit
television station, HOWL TV. Think The Today Show for elementary students.
On Sunday, Kelton and his co-hosts, Abbie and Michael visited KING 5 TV (along with
the three teachers who supervise HOWL TV) to take a behind the scenes look at the
production of a news broadcast. KING 5 anchor Allen Schauffler gave the three a
tour of the news studio, control room, satellite feed center and newsroom. He
explained how the different pieces work together and introduced the students to the
producer, director, reporters and other crew members responsible for putting the
broadcast together.
The students then watched the first half of the news broadcast from the control room
and watched the second half right on the set. All three students looked like they
belonged behind the news desk as they sat on the set. They even got to help Allen
film an on-air promo spot. Okay, truth be told, Allen helped Kelton and his friends
film a promo spot for HOWL TV, but they did an awesome job and could certainly fit
right in with the KING news staff.
Throughout the trip, the trio shot lots of video footage with the school's new Flip
video cameras. The cameras kept rolling as the group, joined by Kelton's and
Abbie's moms, headed out for pizza and lots more laughter and fun.
The above article provided by:
Bruce Denton
Dean of Students
Horizon Elementary
Pictures of this event are up in the gallery. Be sure to sign the Guesbook
UPDATE
3rd Round of Chemo went well, as expected! All of Kelton's "numbers" were up and Dr's were of course impressed with how well he is doing with the Chemo! He is now losing his hair but that's to be expected and we love him hairy or bald :-) Radiation is almost over, only 2 more to go!! One more chemo treatment next week, then a short rest and in for the scans they go the following week to, hopefully, get some great news and re-evaluate the treatment regimen. Please, Please, Please Keep those guestbook notes coming and keep passing on the website to all your friends and family!!
DON'T FORGET THE HUGE GARAGE SALE THIS WEEKEND IN LAKE STEVENS AND THE DEADLINE FRIDAY TO SEND IN YOUR PIECES OF ANY MATERIAL! Don't Procrastinate, create your piece of the quilt today!!
KEEP KICKIN' IT KK YOU'RE DOING GREAT AND WE'RE ALL SO VERY PROUD OF YOU!
Next update will probably be Sometime between now and Tuesday :-)
Uncle Mike
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Aaaaah-tennn-Hut! Sergeant Major Little on Duty!!!
0600 hours - Civilian Kelton Little get’s up and gets ready to go to his Radiation treatment
0700 hours – Arrive at the UW
0715 hours - Depart UW for Auntie Christy and Uncle Mike’s house
0900 hours- Specialist (SPC) Joe Brown arrives and the day officially begins….
After a quick video call with Uncle D and some silly picture taking we left for Camp Murray and Ft Lewis, arriving on base at about 1000 hours at Bldg 15 of the Washington Army National Guard.
We were met by a huge group of Soldiers and Kelton was issued an official uniform and went to the latrine to change. A transformation occurred! Out of the restroom stepped “Colonel” Little. He looked very official and perhaps even a bit taller. We were then honored to attend the quarterly “birthday bash” that the unit has for members that have birthdays during that quarter. At the start of the party, Colonel (Legit Colonel) Johnson introduced Kelton and Family and gave a wonderful speech about bravery, courage and inspiration and how Kelton displays those traits and inspires others with his courage, needless to say there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.
Kelton was then officially mad an honorary member of the Guard and was also “promoted” to the rank of Sergeant Major! We had an awesome breakfast and many wonderful gifts, and then moved on to the main building on base. Where all the big wigs hang out. We civilians didn’t really know where we were headed; we got there and were escorted back to a nice office with plaques and awards all over the walls and a secretary outside.. Uh oh.. being a former military man, I knew this had to be something big…. Outside the door, the Sergeant Major that was escorting us and Specialist Brown taught Kelton how to properly do a hand salute, well the lesson paid off we stepped into the office of a full blown General!!! Brigadier General Gordon D. Toney who is the Commander of the Washington Army National Guard and Assistant Adjutant General-Army!! Kelton did his salute and it was returned by the General. Introductions were held and then the amazement began. All the adults in the room were already in “Shock and Awe” just in meeting the General , but then the General took Kelton over to a table in the office that had a remote control model helicopter on it with a landing pad. The General, who is a Master Aviator and has the wings on his uniform to prove it, sat down and flew the copter a few times and brought it in for a “bounce in” landing, impressive. Well he then turned the controls over to KK. Kelton did a minute of familiarization with the aircraft and then we was off, he flew it around like a skilled aviator. Well General Toney was so impressed that he took off his Master Aviator wings off of his own uniform and PRESENTED them to SGM Little on the spot! I think I nearly passed out! What an honor! General Toney then talked to Kelton about his bravery and courage and presented him with a command coin (click here for what these coins mean and the history about them) that basically “trumps” any other coin on that base!
We were then led to a conference room where we got to meet the Command Sergeant Major and other Officers and NCO’s of HQ. Where they also presented coins. It was here that SGM Little got to give his first orders of the day! He ordered a Staff Sergeant to Drop and give him 10 push-ups, it took some prompting but KK finally got the order out, he even managed an “I CAN”T HEAR YOU SERGEANT” between chuckles. Kelton was presented with some special posters signed by soldiers and other gifts.
1215 hours SGM Little travels to UTES and is surprised to see WELCOME SGM LITTLE on the sign outside the unit.
This is the Unit that maintains and repairs all the vehicles and radios for the National Guard and Army on Ft Lewis. A few very funny moments happened here…the first was the “patch” dance. Nearly everyone we met saw KK’s unit designator patch and wanted to swap it out, I can’t count the number of soldiers that took off their own patch, took off whichever was on Kelton’s sleeve at the moment place that on is KK’s pocket and place their unit patch on his sleeve. It was very touching and humorous. Though the 1st time it happened, it was very special as the Lady that gave Kelton his first patch at the PSB unit (the 1st place we stopped) took of her patch from the 10th Mountain division that she got from serving in Iraq and presented that to Kelton. Not only do these folks fight for our freedom and serve voluntarily, they also make other sacrifices like this for a young man fighting his own battle. There were so many small, but poignant and cherished moments like this throughout the day.
Back to UTES: We got a tour of the facility and met the (no lie) Government issued Kitty - Yes a live GI Cat, it’s supposed to catch mice.. but it doesn’t HA HA! These guys were great! They had a helmet stenciled with Kelton on it, and set him up on a radio net to demo some cool field radios and there were more then a few “niners” roger over and out’s thrown around! OK Outside NOW soldiers! Move it Move it Move it… KK was taken out in a “gator” to the parade ground where he got the grand tour of the new ASV (Armored Security Vehicle) Brand spankin’ new! Along with other vehicles they maintain like the “Tank Tow truck” holy moly that thing is a monster! Kelton even got to look like “Rambo” for a minute and hold an M4 with an M203 Grenade launcher!
At this point and probably 500 pictures later they started up a Bradley Infantry fighting vehicle and invited Kelton to take the ride of a lifetime! It was a very short fight to see if it was going to be Richard or Alanna that got to ride with…if you can’t guess who won that well wait until you’re married you’ll know.... so off they go into the wild blue yonder… oops wait that’s the Air Force… ok so off they go over hill and dale rolling along in this monstrous tracked vehicle, standing up in the turret with grins from ear to ear looking super cool in their helmets and shades. They were gone for about a half hour and when they got back I didn’t think the grins could get any bigger but they were all teeth! I guess they got to do some “off roading” and barely bumped a tree, backed up to go around and when they saw the tree it was mangled from just a tiny bump! The Soldiers at UTES were just amazing! Our main guide had his own battle with Cancer and presented Kelton with some awesome gifts including Rainier’s tickets, and a Jersey from one of the players, and eerily it was the same as KK’s number! They also gave KK some MRE’s for those days when Hospital food just isn’t cutting it.. Yeah right hmm the lesser of two evils maybe?
PllllaaaatoooooOON HALT!
RIGHT FLAAAANNNK March..
Destination:
The Flight Line!!
SMG Little arrives on the Flight line with his Master Aviator wings prominently displayed on his chest at 1345 hours.
Here we are greeted by Captain King of the Washington Air Guard. We were honored to watch an incredible video of Captain King and other crews flight operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the things they do with the CH-47 Chinook!! Helping others and fighting for our freedom, definitely awe inspiring! KK got to put on Captain King’s personal flight helmet for the rest of the tour where he got to try out night vision goggles get more patches (of course) and was presented with an amazing poster of the Chinook. A tour of the flight facilities and hop into an OH-58A Kiowa Helicopter.
After the “Check off” in the Kiowa, we moved out to the HUGE CH-47 outside on the actual flight line. We got indoctrination and met the crew that works so hard to keep these 23 Million dollar aircraft is tip top shape. Ok Platoon, MOUNT UP, All Hands into the BOXCAR (Army term of endearment for the Chinook)!! The Civilians and SPC Brown loaded into the back of the behemoth and those Master Aviators and Pilots filled up the Cockpit with Kelton riding jump seat. Checklists completed, start engines, start rotors…start getting sea sick on the ground… that thing rocked and rolled just sitting there you could feel the power of nearly 10,000 horsepower in the Jet turbine engines and the pull of the rotors begging to be released. All systems are go, we’re cleared for taxi on runway niner over.. roger, rogers, what’s your vector Victor and don’t call me Shirley! Brakes are released by SGM Little and we are literally being piloted (on the ground) by an 11 year old!! Well he did great and proved he was worthy of his Master aviator wings, he drove us around the tarmac and did a perfect park job when we were finished. A perfect end to an incredible day.
Thank you to all of the men and women of Ft. Lewis and Camp Murray who serve our country honorably every day and who do amazing things for their communities as well. We know that our freedom isn’t free and we thank you for all you do and for all you did for SGM Little on Friday, a special thank you to SPC Joe Brown for all of his efforts in setting up this special day for Kelton and family!!
Kelton’s personal war on cancer was an inspiration to the men and women we met and his bravery in the face of battle provides courage to us all. Keep fighting Kelton, you have all of these people fighting for you and lots of people pulling and praying for you!!
You can now hear retreat playing in the back ground,
Platoon, Parade Rest
Until Next update this is Lt. Mike Over and Out.
At Ease Soldiers
Platoon DISMISSED.
Pictures of this amazing day are up in the Gallery!!
0700 hours – Arrive at the UW
0715 hours - Depart UW for Auntie Christy and Uncle Mike’s house
0900 hours- Specialist (SPC) Joe Brown arrives and the day officially begins….
After a quick video call with Uncle D and some silly picture taking we left for Camp Murray and Ft Lewis, arriving on base at about 1000 hours at Bldg 15 of the Washington Army National Guard.
We were met by a huge group of Soldiers and Kelton was issued an official uniform and went to the latrine to change. A transformation occurred! Out of the restroom stepped “Colonel” Little. He looked very official and perhaps even a bit taller. We were then honored to attend the quarterly “birthday bash” that the unit has for members that have birthdays during that quarter. At the start of the party, Colonel (Legit Colonel) Johnson introduced Kelton and Family and gave a wonderful speech about bravery, courage and inspiration and how Kelton displays those traits and inspires others with his courage, needless to say there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.
Kelton was then officially mad an honorary member of the Guard and was also “promoted” to the rank of Sergeant Major! We had an awesome breakfast and many wonderful gifts, and then moved on to the main building on base. Where all the big wigs hang out. We civilians didn’t really know where we were headed; we got there and were escorted back to a nice office with plaques and awards all over the walls and a secretary outside.. Uh oh.. being a former military man, I knew this had to be something big…. Outside the door, the Sergeant Major that was escorting us and Specialist Brown taught Kelton how to properly do a hand salute, well the lesson paid off we stepped into the office of a full blown General!!! Brigadier General Gordon D. Toney who is the Commander of the Washington Army National Guard and Assistant Adjutant General-Army!! Kelton did his salute and it was returned by the General. Introductions were held and then the amazement began. All the adults in the room were already in “Shock and Awe” just in meeting the General , but then the General took Kelton over to a table in the office that had a remote control model helicopter on it with a landing pad. The General, who is a Master Aviator and has the wings on his uniform to prove it, sat down and flew the copter a few times and brought it in for a “bounce in” landing, impressive. Well he then turned the controls over to KK. Kelton did a minute of familiarization with the aircraft and then we was off, he flew it around like a skilled aviator. Well General Toney was so impressed that he took off his Master Aviator wings off of his own uniform and PRESENTED them to SGM Little on the spot! I think I nearly passed out! What an honor! General Toney then talked to Kelton about his bravery and courage and presented him with a command coin (click here for what these coins mean and the history about them) that basically “trumps” any other coin on that base!
We were then led to a conference room where we got to meet the Command Sergeant Major and other Officers and NCO’s of HQ. Where they also presented coins. It was here that SGM Little got to give his first orders of the day! He ordered a Staff Sergeant to Drop and give him 10 push-ups, it took some prompting but KK finally got the order out, he even managed an “I CAN”T HEAR YOU SERGEANT” between chuckles. Kelton was presented with some special posters signed by soldiers and other gifts.
1215 hours SGM Little travels to UTES and is surprised to see WELCOME SGM LITTLE on the sign outside the unit.
This is the Unit that maintains and repairs all the vehicles and radios for the National Guard and Army on Ft Lewis. A few very funny moments happened here…the first was the “patch” dance. Nearly everyone we met saw KK’s unit designator patch and wanted to swap it out, I can’t count the number of soldiers that took off their own patch, took off whichever was on Kelton’s sleeve at the moment place that on is KK’s pocket and place their unit patch on his sleeve. It was very touching and humorous. Though the 1st time it happened, it was very special as the Lady that gave Kelton his first patch at the PSB unit (the 1st place we stopped) took of her patch from the 10th Mountain division that she got from serving in Iraq and presented that to Kelton. Not only do these folks fight for our freedom and serve voluntarily, they also make other sacrifices like this for a young man fighting his own battle. There were so many small, but poignant and cherished moments like this throughout the day.
Back to UTES: We got a tour of the facility and met the (no lie) Government issued Kitty - Yes a live GI Cat, it’s supposed to catch mice.. but it doesn’t HA HA! These guys were great! They had a helmet stenciled with Kelton on it, and set him up on a radio net to demo some cool field radios and there were more then a few “niners” roger over and out’s thrown around! OK Outside NOW soldiers! Move it Move it Move it… KK was taken out in a “gator” to the parade ground where he got the grand tour of the new ASV (Armored Security Vehicle) Brand spankin’ new! Along with other vehicles they maintain like the “Tank Tow truck” holy moly that thing is a monster! Kelton even got to look like “Rambo” for a minute and hold an M4 with an M203 Grenade launcher!
At this point and probably 500 pictures later they started up a Bradley Infantry fighting vehicle and invited Kelton to take the ride of a lifetime! It was a very short fight to see if it was going to be Richard or Alanna that got to ride with…if you can’t guess who won that well wait until you’re married you’ll know.... so off they go into the wild blue yonder… oops wait that’s the Air Force… ok so off they go over hill and dale rolling along in this monstrous tracked vehicle, standing up in the turret with grins from ear to ear looking super cool in their helmets and shades. They were gone for about a half hour and when they got back I didn’t think the grins could get any bigger but they were all teeth! I guess they got to do some “off roading” and barely bumped a tree, backed up to go around and when they saw the tree it was mangled from just a tiny bump! The Soldiers at UTES were just amazing! Our main guide had his own battle with Cancer and presented Kelton with some awesome gifts including Rainier’s tickets, and a Jersey from one of the players, and eerily it was the same as KK’s number! They also gave KK some MRE’s for those days when Hospital food just isn’t cutting it.. Yeah right hmm the lesser of two evils maybe?
PllllaaaatoooooOON HALT!
RIGHT FLAAAANNNK March..
Destination:
The Flight Line!!
SMG Little arrives on the Flight line with his Master Aviator wings prominently displayed on his chest at 1345 hours.
Here we are greeted by Captain King of the Washington Air Guard. We were honored to watch an incredible video of Captain King and other crews flight operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the things they do with the CH-47 Chinook!! Helping others and fighting for our freedom, definitely awe inspiring! KK got to put on Captain King’s personal flight helmet for the rest of the tour where he got to try out night vision goggles get more patches (of course) and was presented with an amazing poster of the Chinook. A tour of the flight facilities and hop into an OH-58A Kiowa Helicopter.
After the “Check off” in the Kiowa, we moved out to the HUGE CH-47 outside on the actual flight line. We got indoctrination and met the crew that works so hard to keep these 23 Million dollar aircraft is tip top shape. Ok Platoon, MOUNT UP, All Hands into the BOXCAR (Army term of endearment for the Chinook)!! The Civilians and SPC Brown loaded into the back of the behemoth and those Master Aviators and Pilots filled up the Cockpit with Kelton riding jump seat. Checklists completed, start engines, start rotors…start getting sea sick on the ground… that thing rocked and rolled just sitting there you could feel the power of nearly 10,000 horsepower in the Jet turbine engines and the pull of the rotors begging to be released. All systems are go, we’re cleared for taxi on runway niner over.. roger, rogers, what’s your vector Victor and don’t call me Shirley! Brakes are released by SGM Little and we are literally being piloted (on the ground) by an 11 year old!! Well he did great and proved he was worthy of his Master aviator wings, he drove us around the tarmac and did a perfect park job when we were finished. A perfect end to an incredible day.
Thank you to all of the men and women of Ft. Lewis and Camp Murray who serve our country honorably every day and who do amazing things for their communities as well. We know that our freedom isn’t free and we thank you for all you do and for all you did for SGM Little on Friday, a special thank you to SPC Joe Brown for all of his efforts in setting up this special day for Kelton and family!!
Kelton’s personal war on cancer was an inspiration to the men and women we met and his bravery in the face of battle provides courage to us all. Keep fighting Kelton, you have all of these people fighting for you and lots of people pulling and praying for you!!
You can now hear retreat playing in the back ground,
Platoon, Parade Rest
Until Next update this is Lt. Mike Over and Out.
At Ease Soldiers
Platoon DISMISSED.
Pictures of this amazing day are up in the Gallery!!
Monday, April 21, 2008
The Radiation Express...Choo!! Choo!!
Alllllll Aboooooooard......The express Radiation train has now left the station! I say express because KK's treatments are only 8 minutes in duration. And I bet they wish they could take the train... Today was the first of 10 days of radiation treatments at the UW Medical Center . The appointment went well, as we all expected. KK's a Superstar of course! Today was also the 1st day that he had to take some pain medications for his leg, but that is normal as most patients have already been taking loads of them by this time, so don't you dare get derailed!! Ok, chugga chugga we're pulling out of the UW...next stop on the route today: The vampire depot AKA Children's Lab for blood work. KK's still doing great and impressing Dr's with his high numbers. It was then time for the train to make a detour to talk with the Dr. about how things are going. Everyone is still impressed and the treatment is going better then planned. The next round of inpatient Chemo starts next week with blood work on Monday after Radiation and then Chemo on Tuesday. Unfortunately the appointments took most of the day and Kelton wasn't able to go to school today,but he did wave from the caboose as they passed by Horizon. They fully expect to be at school after radiation treatments each morning the rest of this week. KK gets so much energy from the love, thoughts and prayers of his classmates! Thank you everyone for all you continue to do for Kelton. The bills are just now starting to arrive and insurance does not cover more then expected so please be sure to pass on the website to all your friends and let's see if we can create more financial support for this wonderful family! Send any ideas you have to idea@keltonlittle.com and please keep visiting the guestbook :-) KK reads it daily and uses that energy to keep fighting this disease that should be tied to the tracks and run over by this train!
Next update will probably be Friday evening unless there's something significant to report.. Until then keep the "Kickin' the Kancer" train on the right track with the positive energy!!
All Aboooooard ..this train has left the station..until next time, keep on track :-)
Uncle Mike
(I know we can! I know we can! I know we can! I know we can! I know we can.......)
Next update will probably be Friday evening unless there's something significant to report.. Until then keep the "Kickin' the Kancer" train on the right track with the positive energy!!
All Aboooooard ..this train has left the station..until next time, keep on track :-)
Uncle Mike
(I know we can! I know we can! I know we can! I know we can! I know we can.......)
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Take me out to the ball Game...
Ok I've set the mood and you're all craving Cracker Jacks now... the scene is the dugout of a Mukilteo North Little League field on a chilly April night. Last night in fact..picture the dugout of the victorious Black Knights. You're Surrounded by 11 and 12 year old boys who just won a hard fought battle on the cold, damp diamond. There's not a shiver in the bunch, just the opposite they are hot from running the bases and jogging through the line of shaking hands and high fives yet you feel goosebumps from what is about to happen... There's a tradition with this team, after each winning game, they sign a "game ball" and present it to the team member that contributed the most to the win. In walks the proud coach following the team into the dugout after shaking hands with the opposing team's coach and the umps. He is barely able to get the word's as to who should get the game ball out before the Black Knights speak nearly as one that that ball should go to Kelton! Now folks, remember these are extremely competitive pre-teen boys....so this is a BIG DEAL, as it should be! It speaks extremely highly of these young men to support their teammate who is fighting his own battle with such an honor and I know that he was extremely touched by this gift and can't wait to recieve the ball and will cherish it always. It also says so much about how these young men have been raised and coached. I want to take a moment and thank not just the players, of whom I couldn't be more proud without ever meeting them, but also their parents and Coaches Ben Greaby and Rick Berry.
Way to go Black Knights!! No matter where you are in the standings, you are Champions and Leaders on and off the field!
On another positive note, Kelton actually got to go to school for a little bit today, where another group of awesome people were there to see him, and he see them. The wonderful staff of Horizon Elementary who have been so very supportive. They are selling Kids for KK bracelets and tickets to the Kar Wash that's happening on May 17th. Kelton was, and I quote Alanna, "Super, Super Happy to be at school and see everyone!" He did have to go to the UW today to actually get tattoos for where they are going to focus the radiation on his hip and leg, and have another dry run of the procedure before the treatments start next week. Good news for Mom today though, she learned that KK never, ever wants to get a "real" Tattoo!! The process was painful, but Kelton did as we all know him to do, he was strong and bared the pain like the Champ he is, but don't expect any anchors or "tribal" art on his biceps when he hits in the major leagues someday! So other then a few bloody noses and the easily tired conditions he's staying strong, with all of your support, prayers, thoughts and notes!! So.... we're in the Bottom of the 2nd inning and KK is still Kickin' it and you, the crowd, are cheering him on and he's loving it! So...Extra Extra read all about it, KK's gonna Kick it there's no doubt about it!! Time for the rally caps!
See you next inning
"Ump"le Mike
Way to go Black Knights!! No matter where you are in the standings, you are Champions and Leaders on and off the field!
On another positive note, Kelton actually got to go to school for a little bit today, where another group of awesome people were there to see him, and he see them. The wonderful staff of Horizon Elementary who have been so very supportive. They are selling Kids for KK bracelets and tickets to the Kar Wash that's happening on May 17th. Kelton was, and I quote Alanna, "Super, Super Happy to be at school and see everyone!" He did have to go to the UW today to actually get tattoos for where they are going to focus the radiation on his hip and leg, and have another dry run of the procedure before the treatments start next week. Good news for Mom today though, she learned that KK never, ever wants to get a "real" Tattoo!! The process was painful, but Kelton did as we all know him to do, he was strong and bared the pain like the Champ he is, but don't expect any anchors or "tribal" art on his biceps when he hits in the major leagues someday! So other then a few bloody noses and the easily tired conditions he's staying strong, with all of your support, prayers, thoughts and notes!! So.... we're in the Bottom of the 2nd inning and KK is still Kickin' it and you, the crowd, are cheering him on and he's loving it! So...Extra Extra read all about it, KK's gonna Kick it there's no doubt about it!! Time for the rally caps!
See you next inning
"Ump"le Mike
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Update 4/16/08 Chemo Round 2
KK had an appointment on Monday the 14th for round 2 of Chemo. They did some blood work prior to starting the treatment and all looked great! His Dr. is very excited about how well Kelton is doing with the Chemo. After round 1 Kelton hasn't felt sick since being at home, though he does tend to get tired out fairly quickly. He's still enjoying the crutches as well (he must not be using them right, 'cause last time I had crutches I had some raw pits I tell ya..). Back to Monday's appointment... the Chemo was pretty quick. He got some Zofran (Ondansetron) for nausea prior to starting the Chemo, they then administered the Gemcitabine for about a half an hour. Afterwards, he had a Popsicle (sorry don't know what flavor but my $$ is on grape) Some chips, a "pink" cookie and some green tea :-) so I think the anti-nausea medications worked because I know those things mixed would make me sick with or without Chemo!! Way to go KK!! He got to watch Happy Gilmore while waiting to be released and as soon as they got the go ahead.... yep you guessed it bada bing bada boom shot from a cannon again, runaway KK on crutches!! He didn't want to wait around for anyone to change their minds and make them stay the night..and I hear he didn't slow down till he was almost to Omaha!! He did feel a little sick that evening and some today which is why he wasn't at school today (If you re a teacher reading this, it's true he didn't feel well, it wasn't the WASL Honest!!). They had an appointment for a dry run for the radiation treatments in his leg today at the UW. Those appointments start next week, every day radiation on his leg/hip.
Thank you all for continuing your support by visiting and spreading the word about the site and all the fundraising events you've planned!! Keep the energy flowing for the Littles!!!! Your messages, thoughts and prayers ARE working so don't you dare give up!!! KK is fighting with all he has and so should you and I!! We're building momentum! So thank you, Thank you Thank you!! Please keep checking back for updates to the site......don't just come to the Guestbook and Blog... there are other updates as well!
Until Next time...
Uncle Mike
Thank you all for continuing your support by visiting and spreading the word about the site and all the fundraising events you've planned!! Keep the energy flowing for the Littles!!!! Your messages, thoughts and prayers ARE working so don't you dare give up!!! KK is fighting with all he has and so should you and I!! We're building momentum! So thank you, Thank you Thank you!! Please keep checking back for updates to the site......don't just come to the Guestbook and Blog... there are other updates as well!
Until Next time...
Uncle Mike
Friday, April 11, 2008
Thank You From The Bottom Of Our Hearts
I just wanted to take a moment on the behalf of Kelton, Richard, Jeremy, Jeffrey and myself to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts to all of you who have been keeping us in prayers and sharing all of your encouraging words. It is so wonderful to hear from all, please keep writing. We view the list daily. For those of you who have taken the time to step out of your lives and into ours by donating or helping with all of the wonderful events and gifts for Kelton, it is so heartfelt and for Richard and myself a very humbling experience. We do realize that it is all due to one person and that is Kelton.
Since he was born Richard and I have found ourselves awake many many nights staring at him wondering how in the world we became so lucky to have him in our lives. We are truly in awe of him and so very proud. We are not just proud of his courage to overcome this disease, but we, like most parents, find pride in his everyday life. From bringing home a 100% on a spelling test, to the fact that I have never had to remind him to brush his teeth, when he gets the perfect pitch during a baseball game and hits that ball like a rocket, or even how he mastered the expert level on Guitar Hero in just a week.(Rock Star-you have no idea how much we love that game) We are always so proud of him. As a mother I could write a book on how fabolous Kelton is, but my proudest moments are when he quietly teaches me a life lesson.
Before we left the hospital the nurse told Kelton that there will be times when he may not feel very well and my not feel like eating and that all of these things were natural. She told him "you can blame it on the chemo." I started to laugh and just told Kelton yeah if you don't want to do something just blame on the chemo. Kelton smirked at our remark, but it was in that way people don't want you to feel bad because you think its funny and they just don't get it.(Oh yeah I saw that Kelton) He had a look on his face of confusion. When we got home that night he wanted to take a bath and was insistant that he run the water and get his towel. "Mama I can do it." After the bath he brought down his Nintendo Wii and began hooking it up downstairs. I can help you KK, no "Mama I can do it." That is what I have heard from him alot these last few days, "Mama I Can Do It."
It finally dawned on me last night(no one every said that I was a rocket scientist)*although I do consider myself a part-time rocketeer:)* It never occured to Kelton to place blame on anyone or anything. It would be so easy for any of us to use his situation a crutch, but that is not in Kelton's nature. He goes on everyday without complaint and without blame. He is like a steamboat that never looks back. It sounds like a small revelation but some how can't we take his lead and apply his thought process to our everyday life?
These are the moments that I have been blessed with because of my son, Kelton. Through the eyes of a child, but what an amazing gift. During this hard road we have taken all our cues from Kelton, even though sometimes it takes me longer. When I look in his beautiful eyes I never see blame all I see is courage and faith. As we travel this journey with him maybe we can gain some knowledge. The knowledge that Kelton seems to "just know."
Please continue to write and know that all of your prayes, insight, jokes and encouragement is not all for nothing Kelton is a miraculous person, and as his parents we are so honored to share him with all you.
Kelton let's continue to "do what we do!!!!" You are my heartline and I thank you sweetheart for letting me love you. Keep Strong and let's Kick this....
-God Bless You and Thank You.....
The Littles
Since he was born Richard and I have found ourselves awake many many nights staring at him wondering how in the world we became so lucky to have him in our lives. We are truly in awe of him and so very proud. We are not just proud of his courage to overcome this disease, but we, like most parents, find pride in his everyday life. From bringing home a 100% on a spelling test, to the fact that I have never had to remind him to brush his teeth, when he gets the perfect pitch during a baseball game and hits that ball like a rocket, or even how he mastered the expert level on Guitar Hero in just a week.(Rock Star-you have no idea how much we love that game) We are always so proud of him. As a mother I could write a book on how fabolous Kelton is, but my proudest moments are when he quietly teaches me a life lesson.
Before we left the hospital the nurse told Kelton that there will be times when he may not feel very well and my not feel like eating and that all of these things were natural. She told him "you can blame it on the chemo." I started to laugh and just told Kelton yeah if you don't want to do something just blame on the chemo. Kelton smirked at our remark, but it was in that way people don't want you to feel bad because you think its funny and they just don't get it.(Oh yeah I saw that Kelton) He had a look on his face of confusion. When we got home that night he wanted to take a bath and was insistant that he run the water and get his towel. "Mama I can do it." After the bath he brought down his Nintendo Wii and began hooking it up downstairs. I can help you KK, no "Mama I can do it." That is what I have heard from him alot these last few days, "Mama I Can Do It."
It finally dawned on me last night(no one every said that I was a rocket scientist)*although I do consider myself a part-time rocketeer:)* It never occured to Kelton to place blame on anyone or anything. It would be so easy for any of us to use his situation a crutch, but that is not in Kelton's nature. He goes on everyday without complaint and without blame. He is like a steamboat that never looks back. It sounds like a small revelation but some how can't we take his lead and apply his thought process to our everyday life?
These are the moments that I have been blessed with because of my son, Kelton. Through the eyes of a child, but what an amazing gift. During this hard road we have taken all our cues from Kelton, even though sometimes it takes me longer. When I look in his beautiful eyes I never see blame all I see is courage and faith. As we travel this journey with him maybe we can gain some knowledge. The knowledge that Kelton seems to "just know."
Please continue to write and know that all of your prayes, insight, jokes and encouragement is not all for nothing Kelton is a miraculous person, and as his parents we are so honored to share him with all you.
Kelton let's continue to "do what we do!!!!" You are my heartline and I thank you sweetheart for letting me love you. Keep Strong and let's Kick this....
-God Bless You and Thank You.....
The Littles
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Post Chemo Day 1 Update
Kelton's home!! Celebrate good times COME ON!! Now that you've all got that song stuck in your heads, humming along the dah dah dah part while reading, I can guarantee each of you that Richard, Alanna and KK are snoozing their heinies off right about now! They got home today around 5:30 PM from Children's after an extremely long day yesterday and a mostly sleepless night last night. Today, they had to wait for KK to be able to keep food down and tweak the anti-nausea medications to help him through. He saw his PT lady again and they put him through a series of tests to get baseline info on his range of motion so they can monitor throughout the process. The Dr's also told them that they hadn't anticipated Kelton doing so well with his appetite and thirst. They normally expect and see people that don't eat or drink and just get their fluids via IV but KK did great in that regard, Way to go KK just like the old man for sure ;-) I also hear that a smile and laugh came from KK when he woke at one point last night and saw that Uncle D's special balloon was a huge My pretty pony :-) Silly D, it did the trick, you always know how to get KK to grin and we love you for that!
Well, once they got the go ahead for discharge today you'd think that KK was shot from a cannon.. he took off down the hall on his crutches like his head was on fire and his behind was a'catchin'. Alanna said he didn't slow down 'til he got to the car which, folks, was probably 3/4 of a mile away, no lie!!
Once at home KK ate and kept everything down just fine, played some and was out like a light with Richard and Alanna not far behind. Welcome home Little Family!
KK's expected to be weak and some nausea for the next couple days but they expect the brave young man should be back to 100% on Friday.
The next appointment is on Monday for blood work and round two of Chemo. I guess it wanted a rematch, eventually we will crown KK King of the ring and undisputed champion but there are a few more battles yet to fight. We're all very proud of you Kelton!
the websites been updated with a page for KK's Kancer Kickin' Kwilt so check that out there's a date to keep!
Until Next time, Keep those goood goood goood gooood vibrations coming :-)
Uncle Mike, Out
(Bet you never knew you could get two songs stuck in your head at once)
Well, once they got the go ahead for discharge today you'd think that KK was shot from a cannon.. he took off down the hall on his crutches like his head was on fire and his behind was a'catchin'. Alanna said he didn't slow down 'til he got to the car which, folks, was probably 3/4 of a mile away, no lie!!
Once at home KK ate and kept everything down just fine, played some and was out like a light with Richard and Alanna not far behind. Welcome home Little Family!
KK's expected to be weak and some nausea for the next couple days but they expect the brave young man should be back to 100% on Friday.
The next appointment is on Monday for blood work and round two of Chemo. I guess it wanted a rematch, eventually we will crown KK King of the ring and undisputed champion but there are a few more battles yet to fight. We're all very proud of you Kelton!
the websites been updated with a page for KK's Kancer Kickin' Kwilt so check that out there's a date to keep!
Until Next time, Keep those goood goood goood gooood vibrations coming :-)
Uncle Mike, Out
(Bet you never knew you could get two songs stuck in your head at once)
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
1st Round Chemo Conquered! KK holds the Belt!
Let's get reeeaaaaaady to rummmmmmmmmmmmmbble.... Kelton started the day off with a healthy appetite! He had a big breakfast at about 6AM then faced the extra long commute from Everett to Children's Hospital in Seattle. Once there for the 8AM appointment they got to work with the Physial Therapist and KK was issued crutches as his leg is starting to be symptomatic and they want to keep pressure off of it. Then he ate some more before his Chemo got underway. They did 3 separate rounds today. For those of you, like me, that are medically interested the Chemo medications they are using are a combination of Avastin,Gemcitabine and Cisplatin. In addition to those medications he also had some anti nausea medications such as Ondansetron. You've probably all also see ads on TV for Neulasta which he received to boost his immune system and protect against infection.
(In my best "Mr." McMahon voice) In the RRRRRRight corner we have ~100 lb KELTON "KKaaaaaaaaaY "LIIIIITTLE and in the wrong...er I mean left..no I mean wrong! corner is Chemo!!! So, here's how the day went down... The 1st round was about 2 hours in length delivered via the PICC line. They put some lidocaine lotion around the area and inserted about an inch long needle but that didn't seem to reach the line, so they pulled out a 1 1/2" needle and that did the trick though it creeped Mom and Dad out a bit, KK didn't feel any pain. They made it through that round without any incident and got to watch Ghostbusters (Are you the Keymaster?) and play some games while getting "flushed" with IV fluids and prepping for the next round. KK then ate a good lunch and got ready for round 2. That round was also uneventful with no discomfort or any negative side affects. Though throughout the day KK had pain in his leg and knee and was given some pain meds for that, without much relief. They also treated that with a pretty cool ice pack that we decided would also make a good drink holder, just fill it with liquid tie it around your neck and poke a straw in it like a giant juice bag :-) but on to round 3, with this round Kelton did get nauseous and dizzy so they decided to keep him overnight. They gave him some medications to help with the nausea and to help him rest and relax which he did. He got a nice nap. Uncles D and Mike, Auntie Chirsty and Keshia all showed up to visit and KK got an extra special balloon from Uncle D.
Richard and Alanna expressed their sincere gratitude and asked me to pass that on to all of you dedicated readers and prayers out there. KK was very brave and jovial today and he believes that God wants him to fight this with all he has and he is committed to it! So while there were challenges and some discomfort for KK I say that KK is Knocking this out and won all 3 rounds, hands down today!!! We're all proud of you Kelton!! Keep up the fight!
All of Your positive thoughts are working with boosting their morale. Knowing how much they are loved, thought of and that everyone is pulling for them is making this battle easier on them and they are so thankful.Tomorrow, they have a few tests and some practice with the crutches in the morning and then they should be on their way home with some follow on medications and rest before their next round. Please keep the prayers and positivity coming folks! Keep spreading the word about the site. Be sure to check out the main page, some changes took place tonight when I was advised that my choices of YU_GI_OH Cards was lacking...."it must have been my thin candy shell" ;-) These new ones are allegedly the "Best" and there's one special one that KK should get a kick out of when he sees it! There's also about to be a new page for Kelton's Kancer Kickin' Kwilt , check that outin the very near future (like sometime today I hope) as there's going to be a short deadline to participate!!
More to come soon, Keep Kickin' it KK!!!
Uncle Mike
(In my best "Mr." McMahon voice) In the RRRRRRight corner we have ~100 lb KELTON "KKaaaaaaaaaY "LIIIIITTLE and in the wrong...er I mean left..no I mean wrong! corner is Chemo!!! So, here's how the day went down... The 1st round was about 2 hours in length delivered via the PICC line. They put some lidocaine lotion around the area and inserted about an inch long needle but that didn't seem to reach the line, so they pulled out a 1 1/2" needle and that did the trick though it creeped Mom and Dad out a bit, KK didn't feel any pain. They made it through that round without any incident and got to watch Ghostbusters (Are you the Keymaster?) and play some games while getting "flushed" with IV fluids and prepping for the next round. KK then ate a good lunch and got ready for round 2. That round was also uneventful with no discomfort or any negative side affects. Though throughout the day KK had pain in his leg and knee and was given some pain meds for that, without much relief. They also treated that with a pretty cool ice pack that we decided would also make a good drink holder, just fill it with liquid tie it around your neck and poke a straw in it like a giant juice bag :-) but on to round 3, with this round Kelton did get nauseous and dizzy so they decided to keep him overnight. They gave him some medications to help with the nausea and to help him rest and relax which he did. He got a nice nap. Uncles D and Mike, Auntie Chirsty and Keshia all showed up to visit and KK got an extra special balloon from Uncle D.
Richard and Alanna expressed their sincere gratitude and asked me to pass that on to all of you dedicated readers and prayers out there. KK was very brave and jovial today and he believes that God wants him to fight this with all he has and he is committed to it! So while there were challenges and some discomfort for KK I say that KK is Knocking this out and won all 3 rounds, hands down today!!! We're all proud of you Kelton!! Keep up the fight!
All of Your positive thoughts are working with boosting their morale. Knowing how much they are loved, thought of and that everyone is pulling for them is making this battle easier on them and they are so thankful.Tomorrow, they have a few tests and some practice with the crutches in the morning and then they should be on their way home with some follow on medications and rest before their next round. Please keep the prayers and positivity coming folks! Keep spreading the word about the site. Be sure to check out the main page, some changes took place tonight when I was advised that my choices of YU_GI_OH Cards was lacking...."it must have been my thin candy shell" ;-) These new ones are allegedly the "Best" and there's one special one that KK should get a kick out of when he sees it! There's also about to be a new page for Kelton's Kancer Kickin' Kwilt , check that outin the very near future (like sometime today I hope) as there's going to be a short deadline to participate!!
More to come soon, Keep Kickin' it KK!!!
Uncle Mike
Monday, April 7, 2008
Appt Monday 4/7/08 and Chemo Tomorrow
Chemo day is nearly here, tomorrow in fact.
They went in for blood work and an X-ray today.The blood work looked good and they told him that his heart rate was better then most kids that come in for the tests they did today. My and his Mother's theory for that is that it's from the calmness and determination that he exudes. He knows exactly what he is facing and is taking it head on! (though don't apply it directly to the forehead)... He also got to meet his "Child Life coach" today. He had quite a few mature and serious questions for her and from what I gather she fielded them with honesty and in a manner that he could comprehend. He got the answers he was looking for. They also had a physical therapist come in to work with him as he's starting to lose some range of motion in his leg.
So tomorrow is the 1st round of Chemo. Depending on how his body handles it determines whether they will have to keep him overnight.
So, Everyone pray hard tonight that he handles it the same and or better then he has everything else so far, that way he'll get to go home tomorrow night. They do have a boat load (that's an official medical technical amount) of medications that he needs to be on after then Chemo, anti nausea, pain control etc..... When I spoke with Alanna tonight she told me that he's 100% ready to DO IT! so Let's KICK IT!! I do have to share one other thing that she shared that just cracked me up... I guess KK wants to get the nurses in the Chemo ward to laugh. They are always asking him how he's doing, and he says that when he's on the Chemo machine tomorrow, when they ask him "How are you doing?" he's going to cluck like a Chicken and make animal noises and say something like "what's this stuff turning me into??" No matter the adversity facing him, he's so brave and has such a great sense of humor, he has the natural ability to put others at ease. He says "this is Destiny Mom" God wants me to fight this cancer and is giving me strength when I am scared.
So EVERYONE please, no matter what God you believe in or not, Keep Kelton, Richard Alanna, Jeremy and Jeffery in your thoughts and prayers and WILL this Chemo session to go well and help them fight this battle!
Consider that an order recruits!
Lt. Mike
P.S. Check back for an update tomorrow night on how things went with the Chemo.
"Uncle" Mike
They went in for blood work and an X-ray today.The blood work looked good and they told him that his heart rate was better then most kids that come in for the tests they did today. My and his Mother's theory for that is that it's from the calmness and determination that he exudes. He knows exactly what he is facing and is taking it head on! (though don't apply it directly to the forehead)... He also got to meet his "Child Life coach" today. He had quite a few mature and serious questions for her and from what I gather she fielded them with honesty and in a manner that he could comprehend. He got the answers he was looking for. They also had a physical therapist come in to work with him as he's starting to lose some range of motion in his leg.
So tomorrow is the 1st round of Chemo. Depending on how his body handles it determines whether they will have to keep him overnight.
So, Everyone pray hard tonight that he handles it the same and or better then he has everything else so far, that way he'll get to go home tomorrow night. They do have a boat load (that's an official medical technical amount) of medications that he needs to be on after then Chemo, anti nausea, pain control etc..... When I spoke with Alanna tonight she told me that he's 100% ready to DO IT! so Let's KICK IT!! I do have to share one other thing that she shared that just cracked me up... I guess KK wants to get the nurses in the Chemo ward to laugh. They are always asking him how he's doing, and he says that when he's on the Chemo machine tomorrow, when they ask him "How are you doing?" he's going to cluck like a Chicken and make animal noises and say something like "what's this stuff turning me into??" No matter the adversity facing him, he's so brave and has such a great sense of humor, he has the natural ability to put others at ease. He says "this is Destiny Mom" God wants me to fight this cancer and is giving me strength when I am scared.
So EVERYONE please, no matter what God you believe in or not, Keep Kelton, Richard Alanna, Jeremy and Jeffery in your thoughts and prayers and WILL this Chemo session to go well and help them fight this battle!
Consider that an order recruits!
Lt. Mike
P.S. Check back for an update tomorrow night on how things went with the Chemo.
"Uncle" Mike
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Uncle Mike's Though'ts 4/5/08
Dear readers of Kelton's Blog,
As I'm writing this, I'm sitting here in awe on many different levels. The outpouring of support for this wonderful family but more importantly I'm awed by Kelton's bravery and selflessness. As most of you know I'm a Firefighter and throughout my years of being a firefighter you deal with many people who are experiencing the absolute worst and most stressful moments of their lives and as a professional you have to learn to place your own emotions aside to deal best with the situation at hand.I find myself unable to do that at this moment because this is so very personal to me. I've learned over the years "tools" I use to keep from becoming emotional on calls but have been know to "break down" after a call. I say that as a lead in to how I'm feeling right now. I typing literally in tears.. but not for the reasons that you are thinking. My tears are of amazement... let me explain.
I had the blessed honor of getting a few private moments with KK last night. We played some video games, just he and I and during those moments we got to talk a little too, not about cancer or heavy things, just school and his friends. It was a wonderful few moments for me. For those that know Kelton intimately they all know how wonderful, brave and selfless he is. But for those of you that don't you NEED to and I hope this update will enlighten you a little about this wonderful boy. At the Mariners game, Kelton rather then being Jealous of how the "other Kid" they knew got to run the bases that thougth never even crossed his mind. Kelton ( sorry for telling on you KK) was so thankful that that boy got to do that, he was emotional about it and just genuinely happy for that boy. KK is so Brave about this ordeal and so positive. HE doesn't worry about what he's dealing with. KK worries about his family and how they are doing more then himself. For an 11 year old boy he said to me how uplifting it was for him to get to go to school for a half day on Friday. he's constantly talking about others and while I'm sure he is scared of what's happening and about to happen, he puts out vibes of positive energy to boost others. HE even joked with the ladies last night ... the Ladies dyed parts of their hair Pink to show support for KK and he thought for a minute, and just to get a laugh and boost their spirits said" HEY I don't have Breast Cancer ya know" we all got a big kick out of that!! He's just that type of person, selfless, considerate, caring and kind, funny and thougthful, sharing and motivating. He's So very mature for 11 it amazes me.
It would be so easy, especially for someone his age, to be selfish and focused on just himself, but he's just the oppostie of the and the type of person which makes this whole situations so difficult. While there is no one that "deserves" this horrid disease, Kelton is one that you can't help but say, "How could this happen to such a wonderful, talented boy"? The reality of the situation is what it is, But he's fighting it with positivity and I'm just in awe of his bravery, hope and determination. Please keep the Positive messages, prayers, thougths and gifts coming for KK and his family! They are just getting started on this difficult road and we need to keep boosting them up with the power of positive thinking.
The road is hard for him and is going to be a struggle, which brings me to my next inspiring moment and adding to my tears of amazement.. All of YOU!! His friends and family, complete strangers, school friends and teachers, My own Son as well of who I am so proud of for his support for KK and helping us get the word out, everyone who has signed the guestbooked and help pass the word, everyone of YOU that are reading this, those that have donated, and those that have helped to come up with fund raising ideas and are going above and beyond to help this wonderful family that I and so many of you love as their own family. So a heartfelt thank you goes out to each of you that has supported through and those of you that are passing on www.keltonlittle.com! I cannot fathom the struggle the Little's have ahead of them but am so very thankful to have them as part of my "family" and for anyone contemplating donating please think of Kelton and his struggle and what his family is sacrificing as any family would to fight this battle with everything they(we) have
and keep the donations and the ideas coming in!!! And for anyone wondering... KK kicked my Butt in the video games fair and square...but I loved having the time with him more then I didn't like getting whooped :-) Once we beat this stupid Cancer though I demand a rematch!!
Love and Hope,
"Uncle" Mike
As I'm writing this, I'm sitting here in awe on many different levels. The outpouring of support for this wonderful family but more importantly I'm awed by Kelton's bravery and selflessness. As most of you know I'm a Firefighter and throughout my years of being a firefighter you deal with many people who are experiencing the absolute worst and most stressful moments of their lives and as a professional you have to learn to place your own emotions aside to deal best with the situation at hand.I find myself unable to do that at this moment because this is so very personal to me. I've learned over the years "tools" I use to keep from becoming emotional on calls but have been know to "break down" after a call. I say that as a lead in to how I'm feeling right now. I typing literally in tears.. but not for the reasons that you are thinking. My tears are of amazement... let me explain.
I had the blessed honor of getting a few private moments with KK last night. We played some video games, just he and I and during those moments we got to talk a little too, not about cancer or heavy things, just school and his friends. It was a wonderful few moments for me. For those that know Kelton intimately they all know how wonderful, brave and selfless he is. But for those of you that don't you NEED to and I hope this update will enlighten you a little about this wonderful boy. At the Mariners game, Kelton rather then being Jealous of how the "other Kid" they knew got to run the bases that thougth never even crossed his mind. Kelton ( sorry for telling on you KK) was so thankful that that boy got to do that, he was emotional about it and just genuinely happy for that boy. KK is so Brave about this ordeal and so positive. HE doesn't worry about what he's dealing with. KK worries about his family and how they are doing more then himself. For an 11 year old boy he said to me how uplifting it was for him to get to go to school for a half day on Friday. he's constantly talking about others and while I'm sure he is scared of what's happening and about to happen, he puts out vibes of positive energy to boost others. HE even joked with the ladies last night ... the Ladies dyed parts of their hair Pink to show support for KK and he thought for a minute, and just to get a laugh and boost their spirits said" HEY I don't have Breast Cancer ya know" we all got a big kick out of that!! He's just that type of person, selfless, considerate, caring and kind, funny and thougthful, sharing and motivating. He's So very mature for 11 it amazes me.
It would be so easy, especially for someone his age, to be selfish and focused on just himself, but he's just the oppostie of the and the type of person which makes this whole situations so difficult. While there is no one that "deserves" this horrid disease, Kelton is one that you can't help but say, "How could this happen to such a wonderful, talented boy"? The reality of the situation is what it is, But he's fighting it with positivity and I'm just in awe of his bravery, hope and determination. Please keep the Positive messages, prayers, thougths and gifts coming for KK and his family! They are just getting started on this difficult road and we need to keep boosting them up with the power of positive thinking.
The road is hard for him and is going to be a struggle, which brings me to my next inspiring moment and adding to my tears of amazement.. All of YOU!! His friends and family, complete strangers, school friends and teachers, My own Son as well of who I am so proud of for his support for KK and helping us get the word out, everyone who has signed the guestbooked and help pass the word, everyone of YOU that are reading this, those that have donated, and those that have helped to come up with fund raising ideas and are going above and beyond to help this wonderful family that I and so many of you love as their own family. So a heartfelt thank you goes out to each of you that has supported through and those of you that are passing on www.keltonlittle.com! I cannot fathom the struggle the Little's have ahead of them but am so very thankful to have them as part of my "family" and for anyone contemplating donating please think of Kelton and his struggle and what his family is sacrificing as any family would to fight this battle with everything they(we) have
and keep the donations and the ideas coming in!!! And for anyone wondering... KK kicked my Butt in the video games fair and square...but I loved having the time with him more then I didn't like getting whooped :-) Once we beat this stupid Cancer though I demand a rematch!!
Love and Hope,
"Uncle" Mike
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Appt. Tuesday 4/1/08 & Mariners Game Update
KK went in for his PICC line today, during the procedure his Heart rate became irregular and they had to bring in a cardiologist and do and EKG but things turned out ok. The PICC is located under his collar bone and is accessible on his chest. He thinks it's a bit weird and he can feel it but he's still going to his baseball game tomorrow to cheer on his team!! What a trooper!
The Mariners game was AWESOME!! KK got a mariner moose backpack, binder and book, and autograph personalized by the "Moose" a hat and a t-shirt! They even ran into another boy and his Mother that went through Radiation treatments at the same time that KK did when the cancer was in his salivary gland. The other boy was the recipient of a package from the Make a Wish Foundation and got to run the bases, that made KK very happy for that boy!!
Uncle Mike
The Mariners game was AWESOME!! KK got a mariner moose backpack, binder and book, and autograph personalized by the "Moose" a hat and a t-shirt! They even ran into another boy and his Mother that went through Radiation treatments at the same time that KK did when the cancer was in his salivary gland. The other boy was the recipient of a package from the Make a Wish Foundation and got to run the bases, that made KK very happy for that boy!!
Uncle Mike
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