Little Michigan Man Needs Help
MGoFriends,
This is my first post, so please forgive me if it's done incorrectly or inappropriate for this forum. This is my two-year old son and fellow Michigan man, Finneas. An MRI recently discovered that he has a golf ball sized tumor on his brain and multiple more running down his spine.
We're at Children's Hospital in LA as he undergoes surgery today to remove the mass on his brain. He and I watched the Rutgers game together on Saturday and we were on our way to the hospital Sunday.
I'm reaching out for all the prayers and positivity available from our fellow Michigan fans. I appreciate your support and the joy this forum has brought me over the years. Go blue!
November 10th, 2022 at 5:14 PM ^
Love, support and prayers to our Maize and Blue Finneas, as well as, your entire family.
November 10th, 2022 at 5:15 PM ^
Prayers and strength to you 🙏🏻🙏🏻
November 10th, 2022 at 5:16 PM ^
Best of luck brother. Thoughts and prayers being sent
November 10th, 2022 at 5:16 PM ^
Thinking of you and little Phinn! My little baby Quinn was born on Tuesday. She has a little jaundice so they took her to the special care unit so we can’t take her home when we get discharged today. That was a huge punch. Can’t even begin to imagine what you are going through. Stay strong!
November 10th, 2022 at 9:45 PM ^
As a lurker who has always appreciated your comments and your character:
Congratulations on the birth of your daughter! Don't forget to stay strong yourself.
November 11th, 2022 at 4:01 AM ^
HUGE congrats as you begin this magical journey!
November 10th, 2022 at 5:19 PM ^
RBJ, I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through, and so sorry to hear about his medical issues as no family should have to endure this at this age, or any age, but especially a two-year old. 😢
You all will definitely be in my prayers tonight and please keep us posted as we want to hear some good news after the surgery 🙏🏽. GO FINNEAS!!!!
p.s. I shared this post with the family, and Mrs. EGJ had a beautiful comment, "God will be doing his surgery." From her lips to God's hands.
November 10th, 2022 at 5:21 PM ^
I am praying for Finneas, you, and the rest of your family. Please keep us updated.
November 10th, 2022 at 5:26 PM ^
Strong name for a strong kid. Sending prayers from Columbus. Wish nothing but the absolute best and prayers for your family. Blue Supports You
November 10th, 2022 at 5:28 PM ^
Go Finneas! Thoughts and prayers for you and your entire family.
November 10th, 2022 at 6:27 PM ^
Unfortunately I know what you're going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and we will be cheering for Finneas at the Big House on Saturday. I am assuming you're the father. Take good care of his mother.
November 10th, 2022 at 6:54 PM ^
As a parent of a kid that had critical illness as a baby, you have all my prayers. Let’s go Finneas!
November 10th, 2022 at 7:02 PM ^
My son just turned 2 a couple weeks ago so these posts hit harder than they used to, that’s for sure. Praying for the best possible outcome for Finneas.
November 10th, 2022 at 7:26 PM ^
God bless Finn and your family - we're out here praying for you all. Keep us updated, but know that we're out here for you guys.
November 10th, 2022 at 7:41 PM ^
Positivity and prayers toward your family
November 10th, 2022 at 9:00 PM ^
Thank you for the update on surgery. If you are able, please keep us updated on his progress!
November 10th, 2022 at 9:00 PM ^
Sending good wishes from Syracuse NY to you and your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
November 10th, 2022 at 10:03 PM ^
You'll all be in our prayers Pastor - know that all is in the Lord's plan. Let the BLUE know if you have any needs we can meet beyond what you've requested.
November 11th, 2022 at 12:53 AM ^
RBJ- That's a pretty terrifying ordeal but I'm glad to hear he's out of surgery and everything is looking OK. Prayers for your son.
Did he have a GBM? I'm not a doctor so please take this with a grain of salt...but, my cousin had a GBM several years ago and the surgery was successful. And he was able to participate in a clinical trial for a treatment called DC-Vax (essentially a vaccine that trains the body to recognize and attack the cancer cells so they don't come back). It was developed by a top neuro-oncologist at UCLA. The company has reported significant trial data (seems to be working for my cousin so far, fingers crossed), and while it's not a cure, it may be a significant step forward. I've heard they may conduct trials for children and they may try it on other solid tumors as well. I'm not sure if it's the right solution for your son but it may be worth asking your doctors about, maybe they can get him in the trials.
I'll say some prayers and send some vibes for your son. (I can tell you a lot about the treatment, but I'll stop there. But if you want more info, just let me know).
[EDIT: I just saw your contact earlier in the thread, I'll reach out now.]
November 11th, 2022 at 9:46 AM ^
God bless you and him.
November 11th, 2022 at 1:41 PM ^
I can't imagine those circumstances.
Praying for you and your family. Good luck to Finneas