Hang in there! I am so sorry to hear about the "change in plans" for Cooper's guts! But he is going to pull through this! He is a fighter...especially with his Momma by his side! God must have better plans for the Coopernator! We are praying for Copper, the Docs, and the rest of your family! All our love, The Amsler Family

When kevin called me at nine with the initial, "I am calling to give you a heads up..."  I thought he was warning me that Caroline or Oliver were coming down with Adam's bug, and I was caught totally off guard with the news he was sharing.  The news from yesterday was so wonderful and we went to bed last night feeling down right euphoric for Cooper and for you. I am still trying to absorb all of this and put it into the proper perspective.  It sounds wierd, but I am not concerned about a permanent colostomy because Cooper can live without a colon.  I am worried about all of the fecal matter that has gotten into his abdominal cavity and hope the doctors can get that all cleaned up before they close him for the third time, and I am worried about three major abdominal surgeries in less than a month.  Cooper simply has to catch a break at some point and be able to heal, re-gain his strength and energy and be able to enjoy his Miraculous transplant and life.  Sarah, you also need days on end of only good news....I know how I am currently feeling, and so I know you are suffering.  These extreme highs and lows are tough, but I always keep in mind that our highs and lows are nothing, when compared to what Cooper is having to endure.  As I have watched Cooper battle, time after time, through bacterial and yeast infections, painful procedures, and wearing a 22-pound back pack filled with his TPN and fluids, day after day, without complaint, and with his sunny disposition, I have learned amazing lessons about what life is really all about and what never giving up really means.  Grown men would weep and beg for mercy if they had to walk the journey that Cooper has been given, and they would complain every step of the way, asking, "Why me?"  Cooper should receive the Congressional Medal of Honor for Bravery, Valor and Heroism in battle.  Our precious Cooper has always accepted his life and he makes the most of every day...I long to hear that marvelous belly laugh of his when he is so tickled by someting that he literally falls over laughing.  The thought makes his "Mei" smile. Cooper never questions and says, "Why?  Why me?" so I am not going to do that either.  I BELIEVE that God created Cooper and made him special and sent him to be loved and adored and protected by a most amazing Momma and an incredible Dad.  He added three siblings, who are as special as Cooper, to bring joy and love to his life.  He also Blessed Mei and Happy by allowing us to be Cooper's maternal grandparents and Kevin's parents to be his paternal grandparents.  His Aunts and Uncles and all of Cooper's cousins adore Cooper and Cooper loves the time he gets to spend playing  with them.  Then God sent true friends into all of our lives, who have helped us during scary times and celebrated with us during happy times....but they never turn away from us and their prayers and their love are helping carry us as we travel with Cooper on his Transplant Journey.  He sent brilliant and compassionate doctors who are using their vast knowledge to help give Cooper a better life and kind and caring nurses to keep Cooper on the road to recovery.  Still God was not through, and He has sent us, and continues sending us, armies of people...acquaintances, friends of friends and total strangers to join their voices in prayer and to work with us to help Cooper in so many ways.  All of this is due to one little boy...a little boy with a snaggle tooth, a beautiful smile, a back pack, and a zest and joy for life that has drawn all of these people to him.  Cooper is a Gift from God and Cooper is a Miracle.  I know, and I Believe, that God is keeping watch over this special child He created, and that He will continue to carry Cooper through the hard days and will  heal Cooper so that he will return to his home in Spring where he can ride his green jeep, play with his toys, run in his yard, sit at the family dinner table and eat real food, and laugh joyously as he plays with his sister and brothers and his dogs. This I BELIEVE!!! Sarah, I am praying for Cooper and for you and I am holding you both in my heart. I love you more than life itself! Thanks be to God, from whom all Blessings flow!    >j< Momma            FROG

As I keep telling everyone...any time there is good news, a moment of levity, someone reaching out like May K...for me, these are all little glimmers of Light and Love sent to us from God.  I just read your blog and I am feeling pretty positive; however, this past week we have just emerged from was such a scary roller coaster ride that I am not allowing myself to say that we have turned the corner.  I am learning that surprises, both good and not so good, are around each corner.  Even so, I feel good tonight...Cooper's pain is being managed, he ate four Cheetos, he walked, he wants to go to the toy room tomorrow to use the computer and he tinkled in the bedside "YOUNUL", as Adam called it.  Last night at this time and all day you were terrified, but the news was not horrible....so we say "Thanks be to God!" and we move toward tomorrow.  A new day will bring us along the next leg of Cooper's Transplant Journey...and  no matter what the news, we will continue to BELIEVE and to cheer Cooper on as he battles through this storm.  Cooper has never quit and never turned away from a good medical fight...he is a warrior...he is Super Cooper...he is The Coopernator with the Frankenbelly...he is a WINNER! You are not alone...God is with you and Cooper and He is watching over you.  You are surrounded by amazing doctors and nurses and all around the world there are people...family, friends, parents of sick children and total strangers who are lifting up their voices in a common prayer....healing and comfort for Cooper and for you.  These prayers for Cooper are powerful and he is going to get through all of this....he is going to return to Edsall Drive sooner, rather that later, and he will drive that green jeep, hitting curbs and careening into cars and the legs of anyone who is brave enough to be in the cul de sac.  Hold on to that vision of Cooper, driving his brother Oliver and how they were both laughing hysterically....by this time next year, you and I will be watching the "Squealquel!"  As I have said before, Disney World should build a new roller coaster called "The Coopernator"....ride it, and you will believe in God!!!!  My heart is filled with pride in the daughter I raised and endless love for you and Cooper.  My prayers continue.............All my love....Momma/Mei        

Praying for today's busy schedule to go smoothly and for progress to be made. Praying for a pain free day for Cooper and for strength for all of you. We just got back from our little boy's Make a Wish trip to Disney, it was wonderful, I am praying for you to be able to make that trip soon. It was a true blessing, and your Cooper so deserves to enjoy a wonderful week away!

Sarah: Your story (and Cooper's) is a lesson in patience, faith, and dedication. I will keep Cooper in my prayers and put him on every prayer list I can think of. I remember you and your mom from St. Dunstan's and Klein. Your perseverence is amazing. We are now in the DC area. let me know if there is anything I can do from here, other than donations and prayers. Your writing and your mom's message are inspiring and touching. May