Jessica, lifting you all up in prayer. I came looking for updates on another friend, and reread some of Silas’s entires. What a blessing and ministry. Much love, Carol
Thinking of sweet Silas tonight. He is still always with me, my dear brother in Christ. As you know, I learned so much from hm and I continue to think of him often. What a truly amazing thing it is that God still uses Silas’ faith to uplift others. Loving all of you,
Bebba
Sweet Edenfields, So happy to see a post that brings me mixed emotions. Chosing to close this page takes courage (I've not been able to do Olivia's). I only 'met' you online, came to know Silas through this site. Every sea turtle reminder is an instant link to thoughts of him and prayers for you. We are already stashing for our family Christmas project, Operation Christmas Child (shoeboxed gifts for 3rd world kids). They share many of the same hardships as chemo kids: isolation; life-changing events beyond their control; fear of the unknown; hard questions in war-torn surroundings about death and eternity. These boxes are game-changers, bringing hope for the here-&-now with the message of Jesus & eternal life. Being inpatient, on-treatment with Olivia gave us a sharper focus into what we should include in our boxes; I couldn't help myself when I found soft stuffed sea turtles and sea-turtle books just the right size, shape, and age for a shoebox--I thought of Silas. I paid a little more for these quality-made items, & I bought all the store had in stock; we'll be sending these to boys just his age, remembering him as we pray over each one. A wordy post, but please know Silas' journey and faith continue to touch my life, and like ripples he's still touching others as well. This is our temporary home...we will someday see the Lord tell him, 'well done, faithful servant'. Until that day, sending more prayers your way, Olivia's mom.
Jessica,
There are many things I want to say, but I think most of them have all been said by my fellow friends here. I do thank-you from the bottom of my heart for sharing Silas with us. With me. My heart is full and I have shed many tears tonight. I think of his sweet face smiling at Jesus and I smile, too. I love Silas very much and I always will. I love you, too. I will continue to share his story until Chilhood Cancer is eradicated. I will 'see' you on Facebook.
Always, Bebba
I pray your future is a blessing and full of happiness with beautiful memories of your precious Silas. Your family will never be forgotten for all the wonderful things you have taught us. How to continue to Love and serve our Lord Jesus and not question 'Why'. To except his will even though we may not understand it. Our Faith is what will carry us through. Love to your family.
God continue to bless you as you go forward in life. Thank you for sharing Silas with us. Every sea turtle reminds me of your sweet boy. Not saying good bye but we will meet again at Jesus feet. God be with you.
Carrah Sokol
Katy, Texas
Saying good bye to us all That have followed Silas's journey, as you gave us the privilege to get to know such an amazing perfect little soul your son had. I'm selfishly sad to see your last entry but I know it is what you must do. We grew to love Silas and your family and want to thank you for allowing us into your precious baby boys journey! He will never be forgotten, turtles are how we all reminded of Silas. Your journey as a family without Silas is as you know a world of the unknown, a world of it just doesn't seem right or normal. I know Silas has a place in heaven he's with all of our lil angel babies who passed before him and after. As we find comfort of their pain free life here with us to a perfect world in heaven there will never be that void in our heart our lives filled again until we are with them. It's a new forever life journey as parents we are on. You never want another to have to ride this journey but we know many many will. Hold your babies close,hold each other closer. Your faith will always keep you on your path but remember your broken heart will never be complete until Silas fills that again. People ask how do you go on after... You just do.. I want you all to know 25 yrs from now your tears will still fall and that is ok we are not ever supposed to get over our children's death...you just don't. Thank you for sharing Silas! God bless you all on your families journey in Silas's honor!!
May the love of God and Silas smile down on your family and give you peace in the years ahead. It has been an honor to be allowed into your lives during your time of pain as well as the time of glory as dear Silas was welcomed into his eternal home. Love to you all.