Friday, May 29, 2009

The Beginning of Jordan's Journey


Jordan, age 9, was diagnosed suddenly with T-Cell Leukemia on Tuesday, May 26, 2009. Currently he has a mass in his chest that has caused one of his lungs to collapse. He has been placed on an ECMO machine to work for his lungs while he is being given large doses of chemotherapy to shrink the mass. While on the ECMO machine, he has been on a paralyzing medication. As of tonight, they are starting to take him off of this medication. The mass is starting to shrink and they are hopeful that they will be able to take him off of the machine within the next few days.

Over the next month, Jordan will be given a very vigorous regimen of chemotherapy. They believe that the mass is only 3 to 4 weeks old, and are hopeful that because of this, they will be able to shrink it quickly. As of right now, he is expected to be in the hospital for the next 2 1/2 months, and then will be on a 3 year treatment plan.

While there is a treatment plan in place and his family is very hopeful, Jordan is still in very critical condition and your prayers on his behalf are greatly appreciated.
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29 comments:

  1. The Schooley'sMay 30, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    We Love you JORDAN and God is performing miracles in your body every second! We love you Melissa, Sean and Tristen!

    Love, Brian, Rheanna, Kaila, Julia and Mika

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  2. SaveddeeMay 30, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    We are praying for you and your family.
    In HIS LOVE, The Davis Family

    “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13

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  3. JLeeMay 30, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    My family and friends are praying!

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  4. Mommy of 4May 30, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    We are praying for you! The Stein Family
    www.the6steins.blogspot.com

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  5. Premier CosmeticsMay 30, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    Jordan,
    You are in my thoughts and prayers!
    (candace hales friend)
    The Keenys

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  6. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Thank you so much for creating this blog...it allows those of us who might not be able to be with the Macias family let them know how much they are loved, and that we are fervently praying for sweet Jordan's FULL AND COMPLETE recovery.
    Love, Susie

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  7. skaterkidv909@yahoo.comMay 30, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    HEY JORDAN ITS ANTHONY TRISTENS FRIEND..I HOPE EVERYTHING GOES WELL....YOUR FRIEND,ANTHONY

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  8. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    We Love You Jordan!! You will be back playing baseball soon! Stay strong Tristen he'll be home soon! We pray for you all everyday! We Love all of you very much!

    Travis, Jill, Juliet, Justin & Josh
    The Hickey Family

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  9. BreezyNaeMay 30, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    Hey Macias family! I am praying everyday and I got my Aunt barbara to put little Jordan on a prayer chain so even people in Utah, Oregon, and even in other countries know about Jordan and are more than happy to help! In addition to the Cook family I've gotten my friends to ask for God's help.

    God Bless,
    Breezy, Glenna, Jason, Bailey, and Vada

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  10. AnonymousMay 30, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    Hi my nam eis VIrginia and I was a cancer mom also. FOr a little over two years. I now have a foundation in my daughters memory. The forever 9 foundation. I know what you are going thru is so hard but I live right here in Yucaipa and I want to offer my shoulder. My help. My foundation is there for the siblings and the parents but I know of alot of resources and would love to chat if you need or want to. You can email me at forever9foundation.com My daughter also had a blogspot and a caring bridge. If you want to see what we went through. Hope to hear from you soon.

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  11. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    This is Daniel from the minor dodgers, I just wanted to say Jordan is the most hopefull kid I know and now I am hopefull for him.

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  12. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    Jordan, you are in my prayers. I cannot fathom what you are feeling. I know you are a Dodger fan so I will make sure that Russell Martin and Raphi Furcal send you an autograph little buddy. I know that God will get you through this. God Bless you Jordan! Art M.

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  13. CauthronCentral 24/7May 30, 2009 at 8:08 PM

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  14. CauthronCentral 24/7May 30, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    Jordan we are praying God will heal and restore your health. http://cauthroncentral247.blogspot.com/

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  15. UnknownMay 30, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    Jordie, you are the strongest person i know. you have people al over the world praying for your health. you will get better i promise i love you. i want to try and see you ,hold your hand and pray with you...love Marissa

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  16. KristenMay 30, 2009 at 11:51 PM

    We love you Macias Family!!! Jordan, you are in our thoughts and prayers always...even little Rylie is praying for you!!!

    Love, The Bloomfields
    Shane, Kristen, Mason, Parker, and Rylie

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  17. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Dear Sweet Jordan, please know that you are in our prayers and in our hearts for a full and speedy recovery. Marissa misses your sweet smile and being able to pick on you at school. Everyone says hi and get well soon from Calimesa Elementary School. Go Wildcats! Hang in there Shawn, Melissa and Tristin, God is with you! A BIG HUG from the Holt Family..
    Carl, Cherry, Tyler, Aaron, Marissa & Katelyn

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  19. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Hey,Jordan it's your brother Tristen. I just can't wait to see you. I want to play baseball with you again. Yesterday I hit 2 home runs for you. One was off of a bunt and the other one was a hit to right field. I just want to say I love you. Get beter my little bro.

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  20. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    Jordan, i miss you so much. im praying for you to get well soon. me hannah and tristen miss playing tag and hide-n-go-seek with you. get well soon. i love you sooooooo much!
    love jessie

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  21. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    hey jordan, i'm praying for you to get better. Me, Tristen, and Jessica can't wait to play all the games we play together with you again. I miss you so much and i can't wait to see you. I love you a lot!
    love your cousin, Hannah

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  22. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 9:10 PM

    A verse to you from your brother. Thus says the Lord God to these bones I will cause breath and spirit to enter you-Jordan and you shall live.(Ez. 37:5)
    LOVE, your big bro

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  23. UnknownMay 31, 2009 at 9:43 PM

    Tristen. You will obviously grow to be a good man. Jordan is lucky to have a brother like you

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  24. Stephanie GuidaJune 1, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    Willie and I are praying for all of you...we understand what its like to be in situations like this. God will give you strength, healing, and love. We serve an AWESOME GOD!
    Love you all...
    Willie and Stephanie Guida

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  25. UnknownJune 1, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Jordan
    I miss you.. nothing is the same with out you.I am not the only one that misses you ,Michell and your other friends miss you and so do our teachers.I am glad i met you in preschool i remember you used to be my best friend and we used to play together.See you in 4th grade.
    Your friend
    Samantha Curren

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  26. UnknownJune 1, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Hey Jordan. Its Gavin #3 from the minor Rockies. You are a great pitcher and I cant wait to play baseball with you again. I hope you get better soon and I pray for you every night!!
    Gavin Norris

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  27. kimiJune 2, 2009 at 7:47 AM

    We have a large group of family and friends praying everyday for you here in Vegas. Keep fighting Jordan, God works miracles.
    Melissa, please know I love you and am so sorry for what you and Sean are going through. Stay strong girl. I wish I could be there to hug you.
    Love Kim (Klohr) Collins

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  28. ShawndraKaiJune 4, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    Jordan,

    Just wanted to say I have missed seeing your cheery face in my lunch line lately. Hang in there! I know you are a tough guy and you have a great medical team working with you and your parents. I and my family will keep you and your family in our prayers.

    Jennifer Morton(Calimesa Elementary Cafeteria)

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  29. LisaJune 9, 2009 at 5:46 PM

    Prayers to the entire Macias family during this most difficult time. Jordan, you taught Brayden so much last year on the Marlin's farm team! He is always telling his teammates this year things you told him last season! You are all in our prayers.
    Brayden Reed & Family

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