Emma Grace Hampton

Born on earth: September 21, 2000
Danced thru Heaven's Gates: June 6, 2005
"Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matt 19:14 NIV

The historical Tater Diggin Dance - Emma Grace is high dancin gear!!

This amazing God-send song was written for our Emma Grace the night after she earned her angel wings by my precious Cousin Nancy. Nancy sweetly sang this in honor of our Emma Grace at her Life Celebration Service but more importantly, to glorify God. Perfect, Nancy, just perfect!! We Love You!!

This I Know (For Emma Grace)

To the world it is a tragedy.
To us, it remains a mystery
Why this baby girl has had to suffer so.
But the Bible tells us Jesus’ grace
Has flown her to a higher place
Where things make sense and everything’s made right.

And those blue eyes see clearly what we can’t
Tiny ears are listenin’ to a live angel band
She’s dancin’ round the Lord on little tippy toes
Singin’ Jesus loves me this I know.

Though it seems our hearts will break now
As we say our earth’s goodbyes,
We know it’s not that long before we meet
Together in some fancy place our Father’s made for us.
We’ll bow down with Emma Grace at His Son’s feet.

And those blue eyes see clearly what we can’t
Tiny ears are listenin’ to a live angel band
She’s dancin’ round the Lord on little tippy toes
Singin’ Jesus loves me this I know.

Yes, Jesus loves me
Yes, Jesus loves me
Yes, Jesus loves me
Today He told me so.

And those blue eyes see clearly what we can’t
Tiny ears are listenin’ to a live angel band
She’s dancin’ round the Lord on little tippy toes
Singin’ Jesus loves me this I know.

Words and music written by Nancy Jesser-Halsey June 7, 2005





Emma Grace's Life Celebration Monument at the Angel Garden.


Emma Grace's Birthday Gift from the "Silent Giant" which is displayed on the St Jude Wall in honor of our Angel Tater Diggin' Dancer.







"If I could reach up and hold a star for every time you've made me smile,
the entire evening sky would be in the palm of my hand." Author Unknown


**New Photo Updated 12/27/07 of the "Growing Boy"**

Journal

Friday, June 19, 2009 6:29 AM CDT

Hey Peeps!!! Do not faint & fall over but we're still here!! I just couldn't believe it had been THREE MONTHS since my last update ... oops! Sorry ...

Well now ... where shall I start?? It is going to be short and sweet (or maybe not! Ha!) cuz work is beckoning but speaking of - work doesn't even seem like "work". The pediatric dental office, Dr. Ward & Dr. Massey, where I work is really busy but I get to play with kiddos all day and meet some really great families. Of course, I run into folks I haven't seen in years and even parents that I used to work on their teeth in Lincoln when they were kids. (Now, that part makes me feel really old! smile!) But we have a great time! Dr. Ward and the gals I work with are incredible ... maybe I have said this before but every Monday morning we start our week with office biz then prayer requests. Dr. Ward is dedicated to this practice being God's light and treating God's children. I knew this is where He wanted me and it has been confirmed over and over again this past year. Not to mention one of the best blessings is getting to work with one of my dearest, best friends Denise aka "Niecy" - you know "Wumpy's" wife as Emma Grace called him. (Remember, he used to bring her "pink chocolate milk" really strawberry milk because it was her favorite!! smile) She and I started our dental years together back in 1982 and God has nurtured that friendship into more than I could ask for or deserve. Isn't it amazing how God has that BIG picture in front of Him and we couldn't fathom what He has planned for us?? Amazing ... just amazing.

Ok ... ready for the BIG NEWS??? Well, some of you may have already heard but our little, big man Eli has passed his initial exam and has joined the Air Force!!!! WHEW!! Not sure that one has sunk in yet!!! He is now officially a 2010 Senior and has signed up for the delayed entrance program aka "DEPS". He will proceed with the medical evals then head off for basic in San Antonio next June after graduation. (Let's start praying now he stays focused to graduate!! LOL) This whole discussion initially started about a year ago and I told him he would probably change his mind 1400 times before he's a senior. Well, the subject resurfaced about 2 months ago and I asked him to tell me why he felt this is what he wants. I was humbly assured with his reply. He answered, "Mom, we could get grants that we don't have to pay back for my education but it's still going to cost alot of money each month to send me to college. This way I can get my education and if I decide to get out in 6 yrs, I have good skills and my education. But if I decide to stay in, I have a good life and career." Now ... could I disagree? Nope ... I didn't hesitate because he's right. He asked if I would go talk to the cruiter that week and we did. Now, he has a whole new wind in his sails. As I sat there listening to Eli's responses to Sgt. Cox, I realized this child (ok lil Man) has really thought this through - as much as a 17 y/o mind can - and this isn't just something he thought up overnite. He had done his homework and seemed really composed with his calm conviction of what he wants. He would like to get into avionic mechanics - planes, choppers - he's always enjoyed the "gearhead" part of whatever he's doing.

Well ... I have to admit although I always thought he would be around to take care of his ever crazy Mom, but I am humbly proud of him taking such control of getting his education. Being in the single Mom status, he has not only thought of his future but a way to take control of reality for both of us. He is growing up way more than I ever could imagine. So ... I guess not only will I be an "Angel Mom" now will be an "Angel Mom with Air Force Wings". Can’t help but think Eli’s sweet Sissy is just as proud of her Bubby … ya think she will be keeping close tabs on him?? (smile!)

And if that couldn’t be enough … the crazy kid has been riding bulls in the rodeos this season!!! I keep telling him he’s too stinkin tall to be a bullrider. Maybe if he could wrap those 6 foot 4 legs around the bull twice he could stay on longer. I might as well not fight it becuz he seems to be having a great time and I could care less if he makes the 8 seconds. Just as long as he doesn’t get hurt, that’s a GOOD ride in Momma’s book!!
Ok .. now you have something else to pray about! Do you see my hair getting grayer by the second?!?!?!?!?

Many of you have asked and I want to share an email I received from Barney this morning regarding his treatments. Also, I want to list his email addy as I’m sure he wouldn’t mind not to mention, I know he would appreciate the encouragement. He is having to go thru more treatments and probably looking at more surgery. I’m attaching his email with recent update.

**** Hello to all, Finally got to talk to the drs last thursday. Sorry for the delay but we made a trip to the bootheel of Mo. The report is; The tumor in my lung did not absorb any of the Isotop from the PET scan which means it is not an active tumor. There has been a shadow in my liver since the CT we did in january and now we know that it is an active tumor. It is roughly an inch in size. So now that we know where everything is I start IV chemo on the 26th of june. One day I V followed by 14 days oral chemo to try and shrink the tumor. Will do this for 2 rounds then back to Houston for an MRI the middle of aug and then see Dr Vauthey. He is the surgeon that did my first liver surgery. Dr Kopetz was not sure surgery was an option until Dr Vauthey reviewed the scan and said as long as everything stays as is we can do surgery. Surgery will be sometime the end of sept or the first of oct as long as everything goes as planned.

***Thank you for your prayers; Barney mtwagon@yahoo.com

We had a 4th year “Angelversary” Annual Balloon lift off at the Angel Garden on June 6th. It is sucha comfort to me and as difficult as you would think … it’s very important for me to recognize the day she became fully WHOLE!! I look forward to the day of seeing her again but til then God has us here to complete our journeys.

Okie doke … thank you so much for your love and prayers … again, my apologies for sucha long delay in updates. We love you all bunches and are ever grateful God has blessed us with your friendships!! You all are the best!!! Look for the rainbows because not only do I think our sweet Emma Grace is head of the Dance Committee, on the Welcome Wagon at the Pearly Gates, I think she has talked God into letting her paint some beautiful rainbows along with some breathtaking sunrises and sunsets!!! Those are my true glimpses of Heaven!! Thank you again sweet ones!!!

Only and I mean, ONLY by His Grace – Trish aka AngelMom / AirForce Mom

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St Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, TN 901-495-3300
Home-Home: PO Box 463
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