We were lucky enough to receive Disneyland tickets that needed to be used by tomorrow, so Bennett and Matt got to spend the day at the “happiest place on earth”. Thank you Terra!!! It was great for Matt to do something special with Bennett. This is especially nice because we have a feeling Carter’s liver transplant is right around the corner, and Matt and I will probably see Bennett on a very limited basis for three weeks. It makes me sad just thinking about it. Then, once we get Carter home, he’ll be back in the hospital for round 5 of chemo a week later. And a week after that, we’ll be bringing home a new baby. So, Matt and I will be pulled in all different directions over the next two months. It’s nice to sneak in this quality time with big brother while we can!
We just wanted to thank everyone again for all of your support. It amazes us on a daily basis. Matt just pulled up a map on our blog the other day and it shows where in the world Carter’s story is being followed. We have good thoughts and energy for Carter coming from 6 continents, 13 countries (including Australia, South Africa, Iran, Bolivia, Costa Rica, etc.), 41 of the United States, and 173 cities in the State of California. Wow!! And 400-500 people read about Carter and his battle with hepatoblastoma on a daily basis. Okay, I’m crying. You just never think so many people would care about your little boy! Carter will conquer this disease, and Matt and I will have so many people to be grateful for cheering our family on along the way. It’s still surreal that this is happening to us and our child, but we know we must have been chosen because we can handle this. And we will do whatever we can in the future to help guide other families through this crisis.
Kara,you have such a way with words...it touches my heart. I agree that you are going to get a call very soon that a liver is ready for Carter. It will be the perfect match and it will go smoothly with no drama. Bennett is so darling and how special to spend the day with Dad at Disneyland. He has so many people that adore him...you don't have to worry about him while you are caring for Carter. I am praying for a liver...oh not on Sunday because we are playing golf with your Mom and Denny...just kidding. Any day is perfect! Big hugs to all the Kipps xoxo Cindy and John
ReplyDeleteHanford, California definitely has the Kipps in their prayers!!!! We have been doing a small group book study in our home on Sunday evenings and Bobby mentioned your family and Carter and our whole group said a prayer for your family. Thanks again for sharing Carter's story with all of us. Denise and Bobby Peters
ReplyDeleteMost everyone we know in Salt Lake City reads We Love Carter! Thank you for putting so much effort into the blog so we as readers can support you all through prayer and positive energy. We think about you guys every single day. Lots of hugs from Utah to the Kipp family. Daralyn
ReplyDeleteYou and your family are soooo loved and I'm so happy that you feel the support that you deserve! Praying for you all every night and sending our love. We will also say a little extra prayer for bennett that these next few months are not too hard on him and for new baby Kipp to have a safe, easy arrival in September. We pray for calm and peace during a time with LOTS going on!
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Courtney, Darrin and Charlie Norton
What a fun day for Bennett to go to Disneyland! That is such an exciting treat!! We are all here to support you and everything you need to do throughout this difficult time and also in joyous times to come!! We have many others around us here in Seattle that are always asking about your family and Carter's progress so probably even more people than you can count right now, but the following of supporters you shared was amazing! You all deserve it and we keep you in our prayers daily~ Hoping for a transplant so soon.
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Shelley H.
That is amazing that so many people are reading about Carter's battle daily! You all can do this and almost have. The ending is right around the corner with a new baby brother as one of the rewards!
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People care so much because it's obvious how much you two LOVE your family & your spirits are sooo strong, thank you for sharing this time with us, you have showed us all what truly amazing people you are, with unbelieveable strength & compassion. Sending u a ton of love from AZ!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's SO great to hear about everyone reading about Carter on a daily basis. He is such a special little guy. You both continue to amaze me on how you 'keep it all together' - stay strong - you are almost to the finish line. We love you tons and just know that a liver is coming soon.
ReplyDeleteLots of love from Burlingame :)
XOXO, Shan & Tony
Church Without Limits (CWL) in Sullivan, Indiana is keeping your family before God's throne in prayer. We are believing for Carter's miraculous healing, God's joy to pour down over each and everyone of you for His joy is our strength, believing an open heaven over your family and seeing the angels ascend & descend with provision and answers to prayer for your family. Many hugs and many more prayers from your family @ CWL.
ReplyDeleteWe are always praying for your family!
ReplyDeleteThe MOPS (Moms of Preschoolers) group here in Huntington Beach at Grace Lutheran church started praying for you guys in April when all this started. I'm on the steering committee and we've been doing "The Purpose Driven Life" as a weekly bible study over the summer, and your family has been in our weekly group prayers as well, and all are just praying for a transplant soon.
ReplyDeleteI keep you all in my own prayers daily, and your message is just proof that you never know who your story will touch, or just how far it will go. You both are pulling incredible strength right now, living through what no parent would ever want to. I have learned in my own life that God does use all experiences we have at some point, and I know He will be able to use your family's in the future to help others have the happy ending that I know is coming soon for you!
ITB-Jenny Mavros
Lots of love and prayers coming your way from Pensacola, FL! Your family is such an inspiration to me....God has BIG plans for Carter and it has been such a blessing to pray for all of you as you navigate this tough time. We continue to keep you in prayer knowing that God is holding all of you in the palm of His hand...HUGS!
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Matt Kipp and Kara Kipp - Now I have some tears going reading about all these people from all over the world praying and supporting Carter. It is just so amazing.
ReplyDeleteYou two individuals continue to show such grace, such determination, such family love we are all so taken by your spirit. I have said it before and I will say it again and again. I AM SO VERY PROUD OF YOU BOTH!!!!! All you Kipps are in my thoughts and prayers every day.
Big hugs coming your way. Auntie Tink