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
1 comment:
Hey mike I know how it is my uncle died four years ago from massive brain tumors. it might be a big reason why I am doing everything I am capabale of for little kk. And don't think I am done with just the National Guard deal eather. I will go until everything possibile has been done. I feel God has put all of us in the right spot at the right time. I feel blessed to be able to help out this young man. he is an inspiration to me and will be my driving force when I get to Iraq. I will see you in a couple of hours at HQ.
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