Savannah Phoenix

Welcome to Savannah's web page. It has been created to give regular updates on our journey. Diagnosed with the most dreaded of all pediatric cancers, typical diffused pontine glioma. The is NO cure. All treatment is palliative.

We were given TIME. 18 month survivor.
Everyday was a gift. Savannah Phoenix earned her angel wings on April 30, 2004


Do Not Weep My Child
>
>God wrapped her in his loving arms
>caressing away the pain.
>Washing away the tears and sorrow
>making her whole once again.
>
>He gave her the most beautiful wings
>an angel could ever own.
>He took her to this heavenly place
>this place she could call her home.
>
>He wrote her name upon the clouds
>as she entered this paradise.
>All her sadness had disappeared
>the grief had vanished from her eyes.
>
>Smiles and laughter became her
>for the troubles had come to pass.
>And the fear went away
>for she was home at last.
>
>But then her heart felt heavy
>those she loved she did not see.
>Her beautiful face had formed a frown,
>her happy feelings began to flee.
>
>She bent down, she began to weep
>for the ones she left alone.
>Her mom, her sister and all she loved
>to face this world on their own.
>
>God softly whispered "Please do not weep"
>I brought you here to rest.
>Your life was full of pain and sorrow
>and my child you passed life's test.
>
>Your pain at times unbearable
>you laid in such despair.
>So I wrapped you in my arms
>just to bring you here.
>
>Your life you lived the fullest
>even though your days were few.
>I watched you cry and suffer
>so my child I came for you.
>
>Your family they do miss you
>but in their hearts they smile.
>Because your free from all the pain
>and they will see you in a while.
>
>So, my child, please don't weep
>for your loved ones are always near.
>Smile and laugh, your sorrows are gone
>and soon your family will join you here.
>
>
>OhSaige


Take my hand my angel
And we shall dance
Together we soar to the heavens
The wind plays a somber music
As we dance among the stars
Your red hair flowing
Like strands of red silk
Spun across the heavens
We laugh as one
Cherishing the moment
Momentarily my pain subsides
As your spirit warms my heart
Angels' smiles give me comfort
Your laughter gives me hope
I wish to dance the night away
I want to dance forever
The pain with surely return
And we shall dance once again

Saige



NICKELBACK
"If Today Was Your Last Day"

My best friend gave me the best advice
He said each day's a gift and not a given right
Leave no stone unturned, leave your fears behind
And try to take the path less traveled by
That first step you take is the longest stride

If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
If today was your last day

Against the grain should be a way of life
What's worth the prize is always worth the fight
Every second counts 'cause there's no second try
So live like you'll never live it twice
Don't take the free ride in your own life

If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day

If today was your last day
Would you make your mark by mending a broken heart?
You know it's never too late to shoot for the stars
Regardless of who you are
So do whatever it takes
'Cause you can't rewind a moment in this life
Let nothin' stand in your way
Cause the hands of time are never on your side

If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?

Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day




For Savannah for Easter, her duet with Cassie

Could We Start Again, Please?


I've been living to see you.
Dying to see you, but it shouldn't be like this.
This was unexpected,
What do I do now?
Could we start again please?
I've been very hopeful, so far.
Now for the first time, I think we're going wrong.
Hurry up and tell me,
This is just a dream.
Oh could we start again please?

I think you've made your point now.
You've even gone a bit too far to get the message home.
Before it gets too frightening,
We ought to call a vote,
So could we start again please?

I've been living to see you.
Dying to see you, but it shouldn't be like this.
This was unexpected,
What do I do now?
Could we start again please?
I think you've made your point now.
You've even gone a bit too far to get the message home.
Before it gets too frightening,
We ought to call a vote,
So could we start again please?
Could we start again please?

Could we start again?

Jesus Christ Superstar

Journal

Wednesday, March 9, 2011 8:34 PM CST

Savannah,
Happy Birthday Angel. 14. Where has the time gone?
I am missing you very much tonight. I have been carrying around your robe all evening. It doesn't smell like you anymore, but it feels good brushing over my face. Ah, the gentle weight of it draped over my thighs as I type. Earlier when I was on fb I imagined you walking up behind me. You would have already had a few inches over me. A very slender build. Bright 'orange' hair. Your voice deeper but not deep. A young woman. A beauty to behold. 14 yet looking 19. Scarey. How did your father and I create you? I know your personality. That doesn't change.

Cassie is driving on her own now. She is at a practice basketball game now against alum. The Lady Rebels have their final game for state champs on Friday night. My God, your sister has grown up so much, on so many different levels. The morning after the state championship game she has the state quizbowl tourney.

Tomorrow I leave for Rolla. It is St. Pat's weekend. I will be back with my college friends. I hate to leave Cassie. But the basketball is her thing with her dad. I don't need to interfere because that is the only bond they have together.

I was supposed to go to a visitation tonight for an 18 yr old young lady, the daughter of a coworker. I couldn't. I couldn't look at a beautiful young lady in a coffin on your birthday. I made the decision this morning and have been plagued by guilt all day. How selfish of me. But you know what, little one? What the hell is wrong with being selfish? Tonight belongs to you. You have been gone for almost seven years. What is wrong with spending your birthday with you? You are in heaven. Let me have a brief connection without being clouded with additional grief, just for the moment. Let me dream. Please. Good or bad. Doesn't matter. I need that connection, whatever comes. I am good with that because I love you.

Goodnight Princess.

Hospital Information:

Patient Room: ----------

Waiting on the Other Side
Home address
104 Cambridge Ct.
Russellville, AR 72802

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