My name is Josh M. I have Beckers Muscular Dystrophy. When I was two
years old Mom and Dad noticed my
upper body swayed when I walked. Doctors
blamed it on arthritis. When I was six I couldn't keep my balance. I would fall alot. My parents took me to many doctors to no avail. One day when I was in terrible pain Mom took me to a new doctor. He had an idea what I had and done blood test. A persons normal blood count is 100 to 200. Mine was 6,000. I went to the MDA clinic where 12 doctors worked hard with me. A muscle biopsy determined it was Beckers Muscular Dystrophy. This means your muscles have to have dystrophin to keep them working or they get damaged and weak over time. I had very little. I have to take pain medication and physical therapy. I had a stroke the end of last year, and now have grandmal seizures. I must have braces on my legs to help me. I have good and bad days. I try to stay positive and focused on the good God has given me in my life. I have a wonderful Mom and Dad..(Janet and Donald)..A sister, Laura..age 18. A brother, Casey..age 17. Another brother, Austin..age 9. God has blessed me with a wonderful family. I love John Wayne, or any westerns, toys, animals, arts and crafts. Please everyone, say a prayer for me. I am only 13. I need everyones prayers and love.
For you , Josh
And angel holds your hand
Each and every day
If you are watching
John Wayne, or out at play
She holds on tightly
She never lets go
When you need her most
She will know
And angel holds your hand
She's always with you
How proud she is sweet Josh,
Of everything you do
When you hurt real bad
And its hard to smile
She is there to comfort you
Rest on her shoulder awhile
And angel holds your hand
She will always be there
She will never leave you
Or go anywhere
She is here to guide you
And help you along
She will give you inner strength
Help you stay strong
Josh, Keep that smile and
Try to understand
You never walk alone
When an angel holds your hand
AuthorsDen has the best authors I've ever read. If everyone who reads this will stop and say a prayer for this precious child, what a blessing it would be for him. Thank you, AD. I have met some very compassionate and caring people here. I am counting on your prayers, and so is our Josh. God be with you Josh...I Love You.
Anyone who wants to send Josh a card or 'happy' mails send to:
Josh M
P.O. Box 405
Lafayette, Georgia 30728
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Reviews of "Tribute to Josh ... (Update) Please Read!!!!"
You Linda are a very beautiful caring person that reaches out to these wonderful children to share with us. My prayers to Josh and his family, would like to put hime on a prayer list if that is ok. Just let me know.
Josh, you are in my thoughts and prayers, and I will write to you sometime soon as soon as I can get some stamps! LOL Linda, thanks for your love and concern for this courageous lad; you are a sweetie! :) (((HUGS))) and love, your friend in Texas, Karen Lynn. :) ((((HUGS)))) to you, too, Josh! :) Wonderful and courageous write!
Linda, thank you for the update on Josh. My thoughts and prayers are always with him and his family, also. This is a beautiful tribute to him and I admire your compassionate heart!
Take care,
With Love,
Jill :)
If Josh has an e-mail address could you send me a note via my den with it?
Love;
Melanie
Nancy
So many prayers are on the way thanks to you.
John
Continued: As (God) Does Not Cry, He Shed's Tear's For (All) Little Children...
TRASK
He Doesn't Need Your Prayers_
He Needs Your (Our)Tear's ,As Doesn't Cry
Nor Pray, He Simply Tries To wipe Them Away!
Tear's, TRASK
~Chrissie
Thank you for pouring your heart out. What a tough little guy. My heart and prayers are with you and your situation.
Thank you for sharing...makes us realize how bad we don't have it. Makes us appreciative for what we do have. Bless your heart.
Emilie
In Spirit,
Bear
David
thank you for caring enough to update us on josh's condition
my prayers are being sent heavenward now, for him, his family, and for you
(((HUGS))) and love,
karla.
beautiful, moving tribute--well done!
I said my prayer upon seeing the title.
Precious this tribute. my sweet friend....
PJ
Take care,
With Love,
Jill :)