tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88471780476642676122024-03-13T20:58:57.412-07:00Jeff's Victorious JourneyKassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-81444526483686502642019-12-04T19:48:00.002-08:002019-12-04T19:49:15.282-08:00Comments on Posts from Friends, Family and Those Touched By Jeff's Story<div __gwt_cell="cell-gwt-uid-1101" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline-style: none; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We heard this story from our realitor and it was so inspiring i had to look it up. i just moved to michigan from Kentucky and i have shred this with my family back down there as well, so his testimony is touching lives even outside of Michigan. This really puts things in perspective and makes me long for a more thankful heart. Thanks for sharing. :) on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-journey-completed-another-begun.html?showComment=1379690552220#c7722403146867621109" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Journey Completed, Another Begun...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 9/20/13</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-journey-completed-another-begun.html?showComment=1379039833183#c4894702317035693633" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Journey Completed, Another Begun...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 9/12/13</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wow this truly amazing. He is definately an inspiration to me, his spirit will forever be with us. Love u jeff. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-journey-completed-another-begun.html?showComment=1378871914345#c5690460994820766411" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Journey Completed, Another Begun...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What a testimony! I don't know this young man, but his story brought tears to my eyes! Praising God for Jeff's life and for the Lords eternal love and faithfulness to all who declare they believe in Him. Prayers of comfort being said for his family and friends. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-journey-completed-another-begun.html?showComment=1378831173707#c1890916356668634392" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Journey Completed, Another Begun...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have no words! Tears of thankfulness for this life of testimony!! You don&#39;t know me, but in reading your last post the only thing I can say is &quot;I want to live like that!!!&quot; Thank you Jeff for showing true love and faithfulness to your Father! Now you are enjoying what we all long for!! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-journey-completed-another-begun.html?showComment=1378817356476#c7887151144318785169" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Journey Completed, Another Begun...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You once told me: "your awesome and you inspire me to become stronger in god so much! seriously thanks, your a blessing" I'm really glad I got to be a part of your life for a little while. I will always love you Jeffrey Jay Rands. Can't wait to meet you in heaven. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-foot-in-one-foot-out.html?showComment=1378650296523#c6614094664544243041" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Foot In, One Foot Out...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 9/8/13</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jeff has been an inspiration that God has a plan for everyone and to trust in him that this plan is what's best for us- even if it takes us away from our loved ones. He has fought an amazing battle, and has been SO strong. Your family has been more than an inspiration to believe in God, and that prayer can heal. You are all so strong and I pray that your family holds onto God's word for comfort. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-foot-in-one-foot-out.html?showComment=1378617757782#c896456477776550847" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Foot In, One Foot Out...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've been paying constantly for Jeff and his family and friends. That was a beautiful poem so appropriate and loving. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-foot-in-one-foot-out.html?showComment=1378556199298#c8482642772462711232" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">One Foot In, One Foot Out...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">INTO HEAVEN'S BRIGHT LIGHT He lies quiet, restless now and then, has one foot here and one foot within. That bright light calls to him, “son, come on through”, but one side is touched by the loved ones he knew. He fights for his life so Honest and Pure, but he has fought a good fight and we know there’s no cure. Loved ones have told him it’s okay to let go, though their hearts say, he can’t, I love him so. Morning's bright light he will see no longer, but heaven's bright light he will hold onto. The light grows brighter every moment that goes by, and now he sees angels in his glazed over eyes. When he makes that first step into heaven so bright, he will feel no more pain as he walks into the light. He feels the Angels as they take his sweet hands, a feeling of peace that he so demands. Free from all worry, free from all pain, free from all the things that earth could give him. From Heaven's Gates he now looks down to see us from above, while wearing his crown. We miss him a lot, on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/our-hero.html?showComment=1378460690189#c4019559780518530017" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Our Hero</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We are praying for Jeff, your family and all his fellow Marines! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/our-hero.html?showComment=1378434481387#c4879387926342336677" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Our Hero</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 9/5/13</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A little over a year ago, I met with Jeff to paint a lasting impression of him, but instead, it was I who was left with a lasting image of him. Jeff, in a few short moments, was able to paint a beautiful picture upon my heart, one that will last much longer than any painting I could have ever produced! My prayers go out to Jeff, a fellow veteran and forever brother, as well as to you, his family and friends.-- Bernie Duff on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/our-hero.html?showComment=1378426233131#c2764826755619954235" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Our Hero</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Praying for strength and comfort and Jeff's comfort and peace-can't imagine what you as a family are going through and have gone through but I CAN imagine the Lord's Grace and Comfort and His Loving Arms around you all. You have fought a good fight and what a blessing to come...Heaven!!! Love you-Larry and Carla on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/our-hero.html?showComment=1378417187105#c2634861279261206087" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Our Hero</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Praying for immediate peace and comfort in the name of Jesus. And for the family as his precious life here on earth comes to an end. I am so sad for those he is leaving behind, but so happy for him that the suffering will come to an end and he will be FREE from it all and full of life, love, peace, joy for all eternity. God bless you all! Love, your extended family in Christ on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/our-hero.html?showComment=1378416097281#c3371748899491653778" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Our Hero</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I shall never forget. You will always be remembered everytime I extend my hands to care for others. Jeff you are my brother forever. Thank you for the chance to know you and provide care you deserved. It ain't goodbye. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/holiday-hospital-stay.html?showComment=1378282858756#c5268578411035413680" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Holiday Hospital Stay</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Such an amazing young man...what an amazing family. Prayers, hugs and love to you all. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/holiday-hospital-stay.html?showComment=1378256985273#c7704555035625877890" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Holiday Hospital Stay</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Praying for you Jeff! ~Justin Isacson on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/holiday-hospital-stay.html?showComment=1378246090151#c3162093336851586554" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Holiday Hospital Stay</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you for keeping us updated. We are no longer there, but love Jeff and the whole family very, very much. Prayers for peace are going up for you all. Nina Gant (and Tanya( on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/holiday-hospital-stay.html?showComment=1378220261036#c8409208470000156528" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Holiday Hospital Stay</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 9/3/13</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">AMEN! CONTINUED PRAYERS FOR HIM AND FAMILY ~Dawn Williams on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2013/09/holiday-hospital-stay.html?showComment=1378208792610#c1445517649817940597" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Holiday Hospital Stay</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 9/3/13</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Love you, Kassie & family! You all are on our thoughts & prayers as Jeff battles this cancer. You all are SO strong, Keep fighting the good fight! You can do this! *LOVE & HUGS* on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2012/10/ups-and-downs.html?showComment=1350751666194#c2356625600031514538" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Ups and Downs</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 10/20/12</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love to see the family support you all give to one another as I read your posts. You all have such great faith - you surely are moving mountains they way you are &quot;prayin and sayin&quot; what you believe in. You are an inspiration to others who are calling on Jesus in their own battles ~ Thank you. I will once again pray for Jeffs healing during this small setback and watch God do his work. AMEN! Sincerely, Rhonda Slagter on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/08/minor-setback.html?showComment=1314295118291#c3801533284618464803" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">A Minor Setback...</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 8/25/11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So glad to hear things are on your side! Thinking of you guys... on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/homecoming.html?showComment=1301345256472#c7698693226532461314" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Homecoming</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 3/28/11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They say he can fly!! Just waiting for the Marines to get back to them and set up flights!! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/homecoming.html?showComment=1301232487550#c8777600795056390714" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Homecoming</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 3/27/11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you able to fly back with Jeff, did the doctors clear that yet? Or is it going to be a road trip :) Can't wait to see all of you, especially Jeff! Hurry home!! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/homecoming.html?showComment=1301186983681#c3644551804683319718" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Homecoming</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 3/26/11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is amazing! Can't wait for you to be home Jeff! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/another-day-another-answered-prayer.html?showComment=1300986665970#c5679701316009771987" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Another Day Another Answered Prayer</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 3/24/11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love you little brother! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/message-from-jeff.html?showComment=1300919160935#c2919914130724635700" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">A Message From Jeff</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">on 3/23/11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Praise God! Jeff you are such an inspiration! Keep the faith - God is good ALL the time. We continue to pray for you and your GREAT family. Thanks for the blog - I think about you all the time. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/praise-god.html?showComment=1300843195154#c5540092734200557712" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Praise God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stay strong jeffery, im keeping you in my thoughts and prayers everyday. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/covered-by-blanket-of-god.html?showComment=1300839984818#c6045488309355112159" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Covered By The Blanket Of God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for making this blog so we can stay updated!Praying and constantly thinking of you all the time!Can't wait until you are all home! Love you all, Jess. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/covered-by-blanket-of-god.html?showComment=1300839408475#c3525067327535137229" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Covered By The Blanket Of God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stay strong! Praying for Jeff and your family! -Kylea on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/covered-by-blanket-of-god.html?showComment=1300833385741#c786886376589070956" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Covered By The Blanket Of God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for posting this so we can stay updated. Jeff is a little miracle! He is going to be home and cracking joke after joke in no time! Can't wait to get the proof from the doctors that he is healed! Love you all, prayers continuing hour after hour! on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/covered-by-blanket-of-god.html?showComment=1300833008894#c6668638796275948208" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Covered By The Blanket Of God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is so awesome! God is so good! constantly praying for him! I'm glad you made the blog so we can stay updated. on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/covered-by-blanket-of-god.html?showComment=1300831449815#c6640735723035003317" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Covered By The Blanket Of God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">God is Good all the time.........Still Praying on <a href="http://jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/2011/03/covered-by-blanket-of-god.html?showComment=1300830955567#c7674243932051712816" style="border: 0px; color: #00838f; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank">Covered By The Blanket Of God</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It’s has been five years since our beloved Jeff entered Heaven’s gates when brain cancer ended his life with us on Earth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Five years since we have seen his contagious smile...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Five years since we felt his warm hugs...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Five years since we have gotten to laugh at his continuous sense of humor...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Five years since we experienced the pure selflessness he exhibited comforting his family and friends while he was suffering...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Five years since we heard him say “I love you” to which was already replied with “I love you more”...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Five years ago he became our angel.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In those five years...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Three more nephews were born.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">His parents bought a new house.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">His grandmother joined him in Heaven after her own battle with cancer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Too many visits to a headstone, ONE is too many.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Several holidays, weddings, reunions and family vacations taken, with a missing piece.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">And so much more, yet it still feels like yesterday that God called you home.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Life has happened but memories are forever cherished.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We can ALL learn a valuable lesson from Jeff. Even through the MOST difficult time in his life, his faith never waivered. He became more gracious and thankful than ever and his joy was contagious. </span></div>
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-44614567491713615812016-03-09T13:13:00.001-08:002016-03-09T13:13:55.677-08:00Another Birthday In Heaven<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today marks Jeff's third birthday in Heaven. Yesterday marked 2 1/2 years since he was taken there. Although there is still a large hole in our family, we are grateful knowing that Jeff is pain-free and partying it up with our Lord. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Recently Tonya gave birth to a beautiful son, Tanner. Jeff now has 3 strapping nephews! It is amazing the characteristics we see in these boys everyday that remind us of him. It warms our hearts! For Instance, Jeff used to wait until we all left the dinner table and dip his fingers in butter then eat it! Now my son Dylan is doing the same thing, makes me gag and smile at the same time. :) Colton has his wits, that kid is so smart and he is not afraid to show it! Makayla has his sweet, caring heart. We can't wait to see what he has passed on to Tanner.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> When Jeff had passed we had a wonderful videographer capture some moments and put together a memorial. It took a lot of us a long time to have the strength to watch it. As hard as it still is to watch, it is so beautifully done and we are very thankful we have it. We wanted to share it with you today.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">A lot has happened since Jeff went to be at peace. His second nephew was born, holidays, birthdays and more. It is still surreal to us that he is gone, it seems that hardly any time has passed at all. We are blessed with so many great memories of love, strength, friendship and unwavering faith with Jeff. For that we are so thankful. Happy Birthday in Heaven Jeff. We love and miss you more than ever and forever will.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have finally gotten the video uploaded and am thrilled to share his testimony and prophecy with you. As I explained before, we were camping Up North and this was recorded while he was resting. You will see and hear him thanking God over and over again in the beginning of the video. This still moves me to tears hearing a man who is sick with brain cancer thanking God when many others would blame God. His heart was so pure and full of God's love he radiated it. He then lifts his hands to praise God, I've edited a lot of the silence out of the video but his hands were raised like that for over 9 minutes. I've tried this, I cannot do it. He was so weak and he did it. I have no doubt that he was not alone in that room...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">You will also see him moving his lips but not talking, I believe with all my heart that this is where God is speaking to him. Right after his silent prayer he begins explaining that he will sleep for ten days, believe and trust in nothing but God for ten days and he says "I will see you then God". He did just that, exactly ten days after this video was taken he left this earth to take his place in heaven with God. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Thank you again for all your prayers, love and support during this very difficult time for us. We miss him so much and always will but knowing where he is and how he is LIVING now brings peace to our hearts. He will forever be remembered and forever be loved and my hope now is that with his testimony, he can bring that love and peace to many more people!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our beloved Jeff entered heaven's gates and into the arms of our Lord last night. He fought the fight and became victorious. Even though he is no longer with us and we weep for our loss we have comfort in the fact that he is dancing, singing and talking God's ear off in heaven. This entire week+ we have been by Jeff's side, we played some of his favorite songs and some of ours. I would like to share the song that has touched us and impacted us the most:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Jeff has been such an inspiration to so many, he always will be. He was the best Son, Grandson, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Nephew and Friend we could have ever asked for. Even in his last good moments with us he was more concerned about how we were, how we felt than he was about himself. He never complained, never questioned and never became angry about his condition. He trusted God's plan and that is all that matters. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When we were camping labor day weekend, Mom had gotten a video monitor to keep an eye on him in the trailer in case he needed help. On Thursday, August 29 he was lying in the trailer to take a nap. Through the video monitor we could hear him praying. We found this so inspiring and special we felt we needed to video tape it. We placed a video camera next to the monitor and what we have on tape will forever change our lives, maybe yours as well. He was saying "Thank you God" over and over and began talking to God. He said he was going to sleep for 10 days. He expressed that in 10 days he would see God. He counted the days out on his finger and kept expressing that in 10 days he was going to see God. This was before his trip to the ER that Saturday. At the time, we honestly didn't think much of it. We were just so smitten by the amount of love and thanks he gave to God. Someone who could easily be resentful and angry was so humble and full of love. A lesson all of us need to take and learn in our everyday lives. The day Jeff passed, September 8, was exactly 10 days after his prayer. This is not a coincidence. God was speaking to Jeff's heart, he knew where and when he was going and he was grateful and excited. As much as we are grieving for our own loss, we are thankful for his gain.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I am in the process of uploading the video so that Jeff can witness to you as he has us. We are excited to share Jeff's heartfelt moment. We are going to miss you so much Jeff, our family and our lives are forever changed. Until we meet again...</span><br />
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<em><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Mr. Jeffrey J. Rands, age 24, completed his journey when he went to be with his Lord on 09/08/2013 following a 2.5 year battle with brain cancer. Please visit </strong></span></em><a href="http://www.jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="Click to open in a new window or tab"><em><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>www.jeffsvictoriousjourney.blogspot.com</strong></span></em></a><em><span style="font-size: large;"><strong> to hear his story. Jeff was born March 9, 1989 to Robert and Patti (Van Spronsen) Rands in Grand Rapids. He was a lifelong resident of W. Michigan. He served with the U.S. Marine Corp. in Iraq. Jeff has continuously brought joy and inspiration to all he has left behind. Jeff is survived by his Mom and Dad; 2 sisters, Kassandra (Justin) Schmidt of Walker and their children Makayla and Dylan; Tonya (Andrew) Ketchum of Muskegon and their future son Colton; grandparents, John and Harriet Van Spronsen of Hudsonville, Ronald Sr. and Dorothy Rands of Jenison; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. THE FUNERAL SERVICE for Jeff will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 12, at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc., 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, 49444, (231) 798-1100, with Pastor Jeremy Wegner officiating. VISITATION at the funeral home will be from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Wednesday, and 1 hour prior to the service on Thursday. You may visit the family’s online guestbook at </strong></span></em><a href="http://www.sytsemafh.com/" target="_blank" title="Click to open in a new window or tab"><em><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>www.sytsemafh.com</strong></span></em></a><span style="font-size: large;"><em><strong> Contributions in memory of Jeff may be made to the Poppen Residence of Harbor Hospice.</strong> </em></span><br />
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-73858505729673226622013-09-06T17:40:00.000-07:002019-11-29T09:44:58.796-08:00One Foot In, One Foot Out...<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">This was sent to Mom from Job, Jeff's awesome nurse in California who became a great friend.</span><br />
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<span class="userContent" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Thank you for those kind words of comfort Job. You have been amazing and any patient lucky enough to be under your care is truly blessed.</span></span></div>
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-48695892115288899342013-09-05T12:59:00.000-07:002013-09-05T20:25:20.645-07:00Our Hero<div style="text-align: left;">
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-50832701579316793982013-09-02T19:56:00.002-07:002013-09-02T19:56:12.834-07:00Holiday Hospital Stay Last night Grandma Rands, Aunt Debbie, Aunt Kelli and I stayed at the hospital with Mom and Jeff so Dad could feel comfortable about going home for some much needed rest. The awesome nurses graciously gave my Mom an empty room down the hall with 2 beds. We insisted Mom get some rest as well, so Kelli and her went to lay down around 11 or so. We held down the fort until Kelli came in at about 4:30 to relieve me for some rest as well. I woke up around 8 and let Mom stay asleep to check on things. Dad was already there and Mom shortly followed. Jeff started to wake up and we all comforted him, the nurse came in to ask if we needed her to administer his medication but he had settled and was peaceful at that time. We asked her to wait, in a matter of minutes he was back up and could again not see or hear. He became very confused and frustrated. We prompted the nurse to now give him his meds ASAP and the episode lasted a bit longer. We have come to the conclusion that every 2 hours, almost on the dot, he needs the medication to keep him calm. Kelli had done some research and it turns out the sedative he is receiving keeps the swelling in his brain down. This allows his vision and hearing to somewhat return. However, when it wears off he panics from the lack of hearing and sight. <br />
The rest of the day went quite well. He would sometimes wake up in mid-sedation and see and talk to us. He looked right at Mom and Dad and said there names and smiled. He also recognized Grandpa and Grandma! <br />
I can not stress to you all how well the nurses and staff have taken care of us. Jeff's brother-in-law, Justin had asked his night nurse if we could bring Jeff's dog Cody in to help comfort him. That dog means the world to him. She said she needed to check with someone first and she would let him know. His morning nurse came in and said "bring him in"! Justin brought Cody up and set him by Jeff. Jeff knew right away he was there and woke up. He smiled so bright it lit the room. Cody would come up and lick his face. It was the sweetest thing! I know we can thank all the prayers for how well our day went today. As emotional as it was, we have had some great times with Jeff today. Just being able to hear him say our names and respond to us, many times in life we take these simple things for granted. Jeff's niece and nephew came to love on him as well and he lit right up again. No matter how he has felt, he has always been the strongest for the kids in his life. <br />
We are truly thankful for the amount of love and support we have been surrounded by during this time!<br />
While typing this blog Tonya called me as she was leaving the hospital. Jeff was doing even better than before! His favorite thing to drink has been Strawberry Ensures so the nurse was grabbing him one just before I left this evening. Apparently he drank 1.5 of them and was over the moon about it. He was looking and responding to everyone in the room and kept telling Mom "thank you" over and over again! He said with a big smile and a thumb's up that his "belly was full"! Here's to another great and peaceful day tomorrow!<br />
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-82603317869229478452013-09-01T19:56:00.001-07:002013-09-01T19:56:06.927-07:00A Fork in the RoadThis weekend we joined much of our extended family at the Getaway Up
North. This is an annual gathering and Jeff really wanted to go and see
everyone. Bob and Patti's great friends, Ken and Laurel let them borrow
their large trailer to stay in so that Jeff could be more comfortable and
private when needed. This truly was a blessing so a huge shout out to
them! The weekend started great. He was very happy to see everyone
and spend time with the family. His Aunt Kelli had brought him an old
Lazy Boy to sit in by the fire. He looked like he was on his
thrown! The first night was pretty rough for them. Jeff was
confused about his surroundings and would gasp for breath. He calmed down
after a few hours and Dad had prayed with him. He then went to sleep and
so did everyone else for a few hours. The next day went very well.
He got up late morning, had something to eat and relaxed in the Lazy Boy under
the tree. He took a good nap and woke up suddenly to use the restroom.
Once he had eaten we asked him if he would like to go for a golf cart
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">He really enjoyed our ride, even with crazy driver Aunt Kelli!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He then went back to his thrown around the
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Dad and us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He kept asking if we were
ok, if we were fine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He was and always
has been more concerned about the ones around them than himself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He then was telling Aunt Kelli that he was
going to close his eyes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He said “but its
ok, I want to so don’t freak out,” still the joker he always had been.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He then went to bed for another rough
night.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He was up most of the night
again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Whether he wanted something to
eat or had to use the restroom or just talk, they didn’t get much sleep that
night either.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They finally got some rest
in the early morning so they didn’t get up and out until late morning.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When they had gotten something to eat they
decided to get Jeff up because they wanted to keep him up more on Saturday to
get his days and nights back on the right track.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When we went in to get him out of bed he was
very confused and hardly responsive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His
cousin Jimmy was able to carry him into Grandpa and Grandma’s trailer to eat
and take his pills.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is when we
found out that his hearing and eyesight were completely gone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He was quite confused when we were trying to
feed him, give him his pills and something to drink.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He couldn’t hear us when we would tell him
what we were doing, he spit everything out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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It is with a heavy yet thankful heart I give you the news we have received. First of all, what are we thankful for? We are thankful for all of the love and support we have been receiving, for all the thousands of prayers that have been sent for Jeff and our family. We are thankful for our faith, without faith in God and his plans I'm not sure how some get through things like this. We are also thankful for Jeff's strength and perspective on the whole situation. Jeff is the strongest willed person I know and may ever know. He truly is a great example of God's grace and love. With that being said, I will get into the results as read by the doctors.<br />
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Jeff and family met with Dr. Mommoser yesterday afternoon. The answers were startling. In the previous post I informed you they had found a new mass where his original tumor resided. Upon further analysis they found another mass, deeper in his brain. We were informed that surgery is not a viable or useful option at this point. The tumor board met today to evaluate if radiation was an option or if anything else was. Without treatment, doctors said it could be a matter of weeks to months. With radiation, maybe an extra couple months; no longer than six. They left the doctors office and stopped for food on the way home. At the restaurant, Jeff had expressed that he really does not want to go through treatment anymore. He wants to be able to enjoy the time he has left. We wanted to make sure this was his true decision. You see, with Jeff's condition he sometimes says things he doesn't mean or says things he does not remember. We decided to wait until we heard back from the tumor board to get a true decision made.<br />
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This afternoon everyone came to my house to talk things over. On the way, Dad received a call from the board. Turns out there are even more tumor areas than previously thought. He said radiation was an option but it will be the hardest he has ever had with it. His symptoms would be worse than ever. We sat down and asked Jeff if he remembered what was discussed yesterday, he did for the most part. Dad informed him what the tumor board had concluded and Jeff again stressed he did not want to be sick. He simply said it was up to God. He has a tremendous amount of strength and composure! We support his decision 100%. As hard as it may be for us, we want what he wants. It seems the only thing he is really concerned about is disappointing us, we stressed several times that we stand behind his decision. <br />
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God must need him more than we do. I've been thinking maybe he needs a good comedian by his side. We all know Jeff will be great at that! It helps knowing he is at peace. We ask for your continued support and prayers for Jeff. Seeing how strong and understanding he is shows just how much our prayers for his strength are being answered! <br />
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I would love to tell you more about our wonderful vacation but right now I need to update you on Jeff's condition. Mom called his doctor yesterday afternoon on the way home from Kentucky to inform him about his new symptoms and the fact that Jeff had a seizure on Friday morning while we were getting the houseboat back to port. Due to his condition, Dr. Momosser at UofM wanted Jeff to have an MRI as soon as possible. We had a scheduled appointment on Monday, August 19 but he did not want to wait until then. UofM and Muskegon were both booked with appointments so they were told to bring Jeff to the ER in Ann Arbor to get him in. <br />
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Mom and Dad then headed that way from Indiana and checked in the ER at about 10pm or so. He did not get his MRI taken until about 2am and they had the results read to them by a neurologist close to 5am. They were informed that the MRI showed another mass growing in the spot of the original first tumor. The tumor board needs to meet to see if they can do surgery or radiation or what their best plan of action will be. That is all we know for now.<br />
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-17967648473942455732013-07-27T12:54:00.003-07:002013-07-27T12:54:34.086-07:00A Little Update We have had a good and busy summer thus far, hopefully you have as well! Just over a week ago we stayed in Hesperia at our Grandparent's place for our annual "Girl's Week" well "Girl's Week + Jeff" ;). It was hot but we had a great time. In fact even Jeff thought it was hot and if you know Jeff, that says a lot! He keeps his room about 90 degrees! <br />
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Jeff is doing well, no real change in his condition except for his weight. He has had a difficult time eating and sometimes keeping food down, we think a lot has to do with his Chemo treatment. He really needs to eat better to keep his strength up, your prayers for this would be greatly appreciated! He has been taken off of Chemo treatment until after his next MRI which is scheduled for Monday, August 19. We are hoping that a break from the Chemo will build his strength and appetite!<br />
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In just one week Jeff is blessing us with a vacation to Lake Cumberland, Kentucky. We are going to a cabin for 2 nights and on a houseboat for 4 nights on the lake. We are so excited to have this special family time! What better way to spend it than living on the water ;) My goal while we are on this vacation is to blog every night about our day and any special memories we have made. I did this while we were on vacation in Disney World as a kid and when reading it, the memories come right back. It is amazing how much you can forget when it is not written down. Hopefully we will have internet service on the lake, if not I plan on writing and adding to the blog later!<br />
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The RandsKassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-11203545476040282742013-06-24T10:09:00.001-07:002013-06-24T10:09:16.148-07:00Thank You!I am pleased to announce that the news at Jeff's appointment was good! Thank you all for your prayers and support! After the MRI scan he had an appointment with his doctor, they read the MRI and concluded that areas with the tumor(s) are either unchanged or better. There is one area they just want to keep an eye on and have the radiologist look at, nothing too concerning. At this time there is no change in his treatment. He will continue with the chemo pills once a month and the chemo treatments e/o week. We are thrilled with this news and want to thank you again, the power of prayer is...well...POWERFUL! His next scan is scheduled for August 19th. We are having a great summer and hope you all are as well! Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-6115682616458100592013-06-23T16:14:00.001-07:002013-06-23T16:14:39.076-07:00Prayer Request<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tomorrow Jeff has his scheduled MRI for a status update. His scan and doctor appointment following is in Ann Arbor. We are asking for your agreement in prayer with us for another positive result. We are believing in continued good news, that there has been no change in his tumor. Our God is amazing and has showed us this many times over, we are so grateful for your continued support and prayers! I will update with news on his scan when we receive them. Please continue to pray for the best! Thank you and much love!</div>
Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-3635005659863513642013-04-30T14:29:00.000-07:002019-11-29T09:38:06.050-08:00Elated I am so excited to report that Jeff's recent scan came back stable once again! He had an appointment yesterday in Ann Arbor for an MRI and to meet with his doctor. The doctor was happy to say that there was no new growth and everything looked very stable! At this time they are not making any changes to his current treatment plan. <br />
This news happened to be a great birthday present for his Dad, he turned 50 today! More family news, Jeff is going to be an Uncle again! His sister, Tonya and brother-in-law, Andrew are expecting a baby in October!<br />
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-31043942907118650142013-03-12T14:22:00.000-07:002019-11-29T09:37:32.679-08:00The Results Are In... Praise the Lord we have another positive report to tell. Jeff had his MRI yesterday morning in Ann Arbor. There has been no new growth!! Our prayers have been answered again, thank you to all who have prayed in agreement with us! Both Jeff's doctor and radiologist were very pleased with the results as well. <br />
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Saturday, March 9 was also Jeff's 24th birthday. We celebrated by having a surprise birthday party for him at a restaurant. I think he was pretty surprised, he sure seemed to be. We had such a great time gathering for his birthday! We are truly blessed with a wonderful, loving and supporting family!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> It has already been almost 2 years since we were informed of Jeff's brain tumor. There have been both good and bad times in between and we are so thankful everyday to have our quirky, funny, cocky Jeff here with us! His results of the MRI taken on January 14 were very good! I realize now I had not yet posted this information and I apologize. There was NO new growth and the current tumor looks to be stagnant. Both the radiologist and his doctor were more pleased than they thought they would be with the results, our God is so Good!! </span></div>
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Upon returning to "The States" we jumped back into kicking-cancer's-butt mode! Jeff and his Mom were in Ann Arbor for 3 weeks, coming home on the weekends. Jeff underwent radiation daily for about a half an hour. He was not doing his strong chemo during this time, just a once a week visit in Muskegon. They stayed in an almost apartment like room with their own kitchen. The room was near the mall so they did not get too bored ;)<br />
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We had a wonderful Christmas! Jeff has taken up flying toy helicopters, which he really enjoys. He bought his Dad one for Christmas and his brother-in-law, Justin, went out and got himself a couple to join. It is hard to believe 2013 is already here! We are believing this will be the year Jeff will become Cancer-free, go into remission! There is power in numbers, we ask that you believe in Jeff's healing with us!<br />
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Tomorrow, Monday January 14, Jeff has an MRI scheduled at UofM. This is the first scan since his radiation ended. He had to wait at least a month since his last appointment to allow for any swelling to go down. We should have the results of those scans by afternoon. Those scans WILL show that the radiation has worked and the tumor has died. This is what we are believing! Pray with us that this will be the truth!</div>
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<strong> </strong>A lot has changed since our last post. Most of which has been hard to take. I will start from the last post...The cancer board in Ann Arbor, MI met on Jeff's behalf to discuss the best possible treatment for him. That alone is a very big deal, we are blessed to have some of the best hands working on Jeff's case. We were then informed of his treatment plan. Beginning August 20th he was to have chemotherapy every day, 9-5, for a week straight. Then he would have 3 weeks off, a week straight again and another 3 weeks off. Upon completion he was to return to Ann Arbor for a check-up scan and if the tumor had improved he was going to undergo a bone marrow transplant.</div>
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His little sister Tonya was married on the 18th of August, it was truly a beautiful wedding and a wonderful experience for us all. Jeff did great and even gave Tonya a very nice and touching speech at the reception. That following Monday he was due to start his treatment. When Jeff and his mother arrived that morning to start the chemo they were informed no appointment was in the books. Confused and wary his parents contacted Jeff's doctors to find out what was going on. </div>
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Apparently the weekend of the wedding the tumor board had again met about Jeff. The conclusion they had come to was very shocking to say the least. They had informed us that Jeff had been misdiagnosed back in California last March. After Jeff's surgery to remove most of the first tumor the neurosurgeon informed us she believed the tumor to be a Glioblastoma, the worst kind, incurable and highly aggressive. Three days later we received the pathology report that indicated the tumor was a PNET, which he has been treated for up until now. The UofM doctors believe that the tumor Jeff has is, in fact, a Glioblastoma.</div>
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They support their reasoning by the fact that this tumor had returned so fast. A PNET is known to reoccur but not near as fast as this one has. Also because of the aggressiveness of this tumor they came to this conclusion. His treatment has now changed to accommodate the new findings. He is taking chemo pills every day for a week then has three weeks off while every other Wednesday he goes in for a half hour treatment through his port. This treatment is meant to stun and control the growth of the tumor. Every 8 weeks he is to return to UofM for follow up scans.</div>
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-55597870805519765942012-07-30T17:00:00.000-07:002019-11-29T08:11:10.279-08:00His Hands are Upon You It has been almost a year since our last post. Things had been going quite well for Jeff. He had purchased a house with his cousin Ryan in Muskegon and restored it. He loves having his own place to call home. He had finished his chemotherapy treatment the end of June and was very much enjoying his break. He was also ecstatic to welcome his new nephew to the world.<br />
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Last week he had a consultation with a neurosurgeon in Muskegon who has reported this tumor to be inoperable. Due to its location and growth throughout his brain to operate would be detrimental to his vision and/or speech. We were encouraged by his oncologist to seek a second opinion. Upon approval from his insurance an appointment was made to visit the University of Michigan. His appointment was scheduled for 8am this morning so Jeff, his Mom, Dad and sister Tonya went to Ann Arbor last night. </div>
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While they were at a restaurant Jeff was telling a story, as he most frequently does ;). He began to get frustrated with himself when he couldn't remember a part of the story or certain word he wanted to say. Suddenly he just stopped talking and began to sweat profusely. They couldn't bring him back so they dialed 911. When asked what his name was he replied "freedom". It was clear something was wrong. When they reached to UofM Medical Center they were told he was having seizures. The seizures continued, most when he would become frustrated with himself. The medical team then sedated him so he could get some rest.</div>
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We are believing in a supernatural healing for Jeff and ask you to believe and pray as well. The power of prayer is a remarkable thing as we have already seen! Jeff is in the hands of the Lord and he is holding him tight. He is much too spirited and strong to not bounce back from this. I know beyond the shadow of a doubt our Jeff is pulling through this with flying colors!</div>
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<strong><em>"For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds, says the Lord." Jeremiah 30:17</em></strong></div>
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-11071514544210909842011-08-23T11:10:00.000-07:002011-08-23T18:39:19.318-07:00A Minor Setback...Starting a couple weeks back Jeff started fainting randomly if he sat up too fast. As time went on the fainting became more frequent until yesterday at home he fainted right next to the kitchen table and just about hit his head. Tonya was luckily home and told Mom who then called the Doc. The Nurse Practitioner said they wanted him to come in right away for a cat scan. They were worried the tumor had changed which would trigger the fainting. <br />
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The scan result was clear, thank the Lord, but his white blood cell count was dangerously low. A normal white blood cell count is between 4,300 and 10,800. Jeff's count was 700. They immediately quarantined him and anyone around him must wear a mask. It could be life threatening for him to catch even the common cold. He was given blood just moments ago and antibiotics a few times a day. They will check his blood again tomorrow for a new count. We are believing in a much higher count! As soon as the count is up he may go home. They would like to see his white count to be at least 1,000 so that he may be able to fight any infections he comes across. We are waiting to hear from his oncologist, Dr. Alguire to see if she wants to give him a shot that will bring the count up or let his body do it on his own. His hemoglobin was also low so he got a couple units of blood today. We love and appreciate all the prayers and support!<br />
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He is doing well, his color even looks better that it had this weekend! He is at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon. He is not allowed any fresh fruits or flowers though because they can carry in germs. Thank you all again.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> On Friday, July 1 he had a surgery to place a port in his chest that directly attaches to a main artery for the chemo. It basically looks like a pop bottle cap under his skin which when it is pieced with a needle or whatever it reseals itself. He starts chemo on Monday,</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">July 11 which he has to do once a week for 8 months. The appointment could sometimes take one hour or up to 3 hours. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> The Marine Corps sent Jeff an Ipad 2 which will be nice to have with him at his appointments. Prior to his surgery he had his first MRI since his surgery with all positive</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">reports. The cancer has not spread at all, there is swelling from the radiation which is normal but the doctors were all pleased with the results...once again God is so Good!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> We are asking for continued prayers for the healing in Jeff and that he has a smooth transition into chemo. We appreciate all the love and support while Jeff destroys the disease within him. He is and will continue to be doing better than anyone had expected...he is our Jeff :)</span><br />
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Kassie Schmidthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16038262604245115797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8847178047664267612.post-33618650942715601872011-04-28T19:43:00.000-07:002019-11-29T08:09:55.792-08:00By His Stripes<div style="text-align: center;">
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</span></strong><em><span style="font-size: large;">Surely He has borne our griefs And carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, Smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.</span></em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Jeff started his radiation therapy today to shrink what is left of the tumor. He has to go everyday Monday through Friday at 10:40am. The treatment only takes about an hour. The radiation is being focused on his brain and spine (as a precaution). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> With gas prices so high it was another answered prayer that he is able to receive the radiation at the Johnson Cancer Center in Muskegon so they do not have to drive to Grand Rapids everyday! He will still have appointments with his Oncologist in Grand Rapids. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Radiation therapy is in itself painless. Most side effects are predictable and expected. Side effects from radiation are usually limited to the area of the patient's body that is under treatment. One of the aims of modern radiotherapy is to reduce side effects to a minimum, and to help the patient to understand and to deal with those side effects which are unavoidable.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> The main side effects reported are fatigue and skin irritation, like a mild to moderate sun burn and hair loss. The fatigue often sets in during the middle of a course of treatment and can last for weeks after treatment ends. The skin irritation will also go away, but it may not be as elastic as it was before. <span style="color: blue;">** </span></span></blockquote>
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> The radiation therapy will last about 4 to 6 weeks after which they will re-evaluate and determine if and when chemotherapy will start to completely demolish the cancer!! We appreciate all the love, support and prayers from everyone!<br />
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Jeff and his girlfriend Ashton helping his niece Makayla color on Easter.</div>
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