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As many of you know, Kk_mom's son Zak has been in and out of the hospital many times in his 3 years of life. He finally had his trach removed last month (but the feeding tube in his stomach remains) and has been doing so well. Earlier this afternoon, I was at their house and was marveling at the way Zak talks now....he was unable to talk when the trach was there, so he had learned sign language. Now he has been talking up a storm.

Zak was at a friend's fireworks display earlier and was sitting in his dad's lap, watching the show. One of the big ones (the light-up-the-sky kind) went out instead of up and exploded in Zak's face. He has 2nd and 3rd degree burns over parts of his face, neck, chest, stomach, and arms. His lips and tongue are also burned. He is on morphine.

I just came from the hospital (Nightpanther met me up there ) and no description could have prepared me for how Zak looked. When I saw him, I thought "I love this baby like he's my own". KK's kids call me "Aunt Shell" and my kids call her their "2nd Mom". Gosh, this is hard.

Please take some time and let's all pray for this amazing little child.

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nightpanther99 read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 4:23 AM

Michelle i know how it feels to see someone you love in pain and not lookng like themself .. You have a close bond with Kritas Family and also you being a mother it tears you up inside to see one of your family in pain and suffering .. I love Krista and her family also and it hurts me to see her or one of her Family in Pain .. I will Pray for Little Zak and Pray that God gives Krista the strength she needs .. He has alot of healing to do and it going to be hard on all of them . As friends we will be there to support and love them ..

michelle4wellness read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 4:28 AM

Thanks Nightpanther. Here's a pic of KK and Zak at the Cardinal's pep rally...

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michelle4wellness read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 4:33 AM

And more recent, when he drew me a picture. I left without taking it, and he stomped his foot and threw a fit. Yes, I went back inside to retrieve the picture!!

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harp read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 7:04 AM

Awwww my heart crys for little Zak my prayers are with him and his family..

I been praying for him from he first time I saw a bog abut him on here..

I know what it like to be in and out of hospitals all the time..And as a kid it the last thing you ever want to do in your life..

Please tell Zac I am praying hard for him and that to be tuff..

A doctor once told me tha a little man lives in my brain and when ever I have pain to think of this little man walking down a hallway and going through a door..

On the wall are a bunch of buttons one for each part of my body..So when my tummy hurt switch on that button when my legs hurt switch on that button when my head hurt switch on that button,and the pain would go away..

It worked for me as a little kid mabey it will work for Zac....

crickyann read my blog
Jul 5, 2008 | 7:43 AM

What a horrible accident to that precious little child! Not much can be more painful than serious burns. Prayers for Zak and his family and for you and yours too, his other family.

catfish1976 read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 7:47 AM

We are sorry to hear of this accident. Wish him well for us. Hang in there Krista.
Our prayers will be with you and Zak.

jeanette read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 8:07 AM

OMG I fell in Love with this little guy a year ago at the BBQ.
Krista and Zak and family you are all in my prayer's,
This little guy has been through to much in his little young life. He is a stronge one.
Praying for all of you.

jeanette read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 8:27 AM

Hr is some picture's of Zak at the blo-a-que last year. He love's to play.

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Pee-a-Boo any thing in here.

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devas_yb_ecarg read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 9:10 AM

My prayers go out to sweet Zak and and his family....so sorry to hear what happened

Where Your Heart Belongs

It starts when they're firstborn
Your heart in the palm of their hand
They're so very, very helpless
So you vow to do all that you can

You change them and feed them
You walk them, bounce them and cuddle
And with that first little smile
Your heart melts into a puddle

You cherish their looks and coos
You think you couldn't love them more
Then they lay a little hand on your face
And you know of love's neverending store

You watch them learn to coordinate
With their little tongue, hands and feet
Every day they bring such joy
Your life is now so complete

They learn to laugh out loud
They squeal and they grab and they pinch
You feel so proud when they roll over
And ecstatic if they scoot an inch

In just a few short months
Of singing funny, lullaby songs
There's just no way you can deny
With them is where your heart belongs

superjaybrd read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 9:10 AM

What a heartbreaking thing to happen!!!! Wow, I feel horrible for little Zak and can hardly believe something like that could happen to someone who has already been through so much!
My thoughts and prayers will be with Zak and Krista and family.
Terrible, just terrible.

jana read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 9:14 AM

Although I wasn't there personally due to being out of town I was there in spirit! We are at the lake and got the call! I just remember waking up to michelle crying telling me what happened! I went straight into prayer and continued as calls came in with updates! Krista give zak a hug and I love you very much! Thanks michelle and danny for the updates someone call me today! Hugs!

michelle4wellness read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 9:22 AM

Thanks all. Your comments just have me crying all over again. Jana, I will call you. We might be taking Krista's other kids down to Farmington today to their Grandma's. I'll talk to you in a little while.

mr_wildflower read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 9:24 AM

I said a prayer for my little tough guy after you called me last night...... There are so many people burned each year by fireworks.... I spent a week in the hospital myself because of fireworks...... I'm praying for a speedy recovery for Zak.....

Mommy2 read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 10:33 AM

Oh my god this is terrible and made me cry. I will pray for him and his family.

momof5 read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 11:21 AM

Aww that poor baby. What a rough life he has had already and to make matters worse, what a shame! Prayers for him and his family.

junonia read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 12:24 PM

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Oh my gosh! I met this precious little guy at the BBQ last year along with his wonderful family!
Please God, please take the pain away from Zak and watch over his family.

junonia read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 12:32 PM

Did Zak's dad get any serious burns?

kurkel read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 12:48 PM

Michelle please let Krista know we are all praying for little Zak and all of them. what a hard time for all involved ...and such a long healing process.

That little guy has been thru so much and is such a trooper...I was so impressed with him the very first time I met him! He is so adorable and sweet....I am praying...plz keep us updated as you can!

kurkel read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 12:51 PM

Heavenly Father we lift up to you our little friend Zak...Lord we know you love him more than we do...even more than his Mommy Krista. Please Lord...lay your hands upon him even now, right now and ease his pain and discomfort. And Father please speed his recovery. Give the Dr's and the nurses such wisdom in his care....let them see what needs to be done nad is best in his care. Give little Zaks body what he needs to heal quick and be able to go home. Give his Mommy and Daddy the strength and peace to get thru all this. Be with all his family and friends as their hearts hurt. Bring peace and healing and comfort Father...and all for your Glory. In Jesus Name I pray....Amen

drhowell read my blog view my photos
Jul 5, 2008 | 1:08 PM

Wow! I can't believe all that Zack's has had to endure in his lifetime.
And he is still a sweet young boy.
My prayers are with him and the KK family for a quick recovery.

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There comes a point in your life when you realize who matters, who never did, who won't anymore....and who always will. Don't worry about people from your past; there's a reason they didn't make it to your future. Be kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle! ~m

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