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re: Update on Alabama teen cancer patient befriended by LSU's Les Miles
Posted on 10/27/15 at 9:43 am to Carolina_Girl
Posted on 10/27/15 at 9:43 am to Carolina_Girl
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Hope he can see the LSU/Bama. Be great if he could flip the coin
Or better yet be an honorary team captain for the Tigers and make the call on the coin toss. I'll bet that would make that kid's day.
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Posted on 10/27/15 at 9:44 am to Darth_Vader
Thank you Darth and Slackster.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 9:50 am to Darth_Vader
I'm not a guy that sheds a lot of tears...but man everytime I see this, and see pics like this...I don't think you are human if you don't cloud up.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 9:53 am to Tigerinthehollow
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Les with Sid
it really is not a Les Miles thing
This is a very best to Sid thing
Blessings Sid - much love to you
Les with Sid
it really is not a Les Miles thing
This is a very best to Sid thing
Blessings Sid - much love to you
Posted on 10/27/15 at 9:57 am to EthanL
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It's important though that he does not tether the hopes of this young man to mere football anymore
I don't think this is the forum for this kind of stuff. I would think even the most negative Miles guys out there would honestly believe that the character of Miles would indicate that he only has the best interest of this kid and this tragic situation in mind. I truly believe that. Prayers to Sid and his family, and may he do what brings him the most enjoyment during these upcoming days...whatever that may be.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:11 am to Tigerinthehollow
Can't see how anyone could be a Miles hater after this. I pray for Sid and his family and and am very glad to hear they have God in their lives.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:14 am to EthanL
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I've been trying to stay updated on this subject, without much comment. I understand the passion this child has for his team, but I hope he is surrounded by loving family that will bring him real comfort, than what football can, which I'm sure he has.
At its best, this is a very complicated form of escapism. If you don't believe me, just head on over to tRant and strike up a conversation about how Bama will beat LSU with any one of the million rantards in house
Les Miles has obviously grown attached and fond of this young man and his tragic situation. And there probably is nothing more noble of him, then to try and prepare his team for a game, and inspire them with however he feels about this young man's plight. It's important though that he does not tether the hopes of this young man to mere football anymore, or his family's. I understand this is one of his wishes...to see LSU play Nov. 7th. I just hope the focus can remain on doing what's best for him, sustaining his peace of mind and providing comfort that might prove more helpful for him and in turn his family, considering the hard days, months, and years to come.
Tragedy like these ultimate pains the surviving family members much more than the deceased.
I'm not really 100% sure what you're getting at here but this kid is going through some real shite and Les and LSU football give him some relief from his pain. You do what you can to make that kid feel as little as he possibly can right now. He and his family are ridiculously strong through all of this.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:21 am to MightyYat
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I'm not really 100% sure what you're getting at here but this kid is going through some real shite and Les and LSU football give him some relief from his pain. You do what you can to make that kid feel as little as he possibly can right now. He and his family are ridiculously strong through all of this.
Exactly. I don't know a whole lot about bone cancer but I imagine this kid is in a great deal of physical pain. But even worse than that, this kid who should be thinking about things like what sort of car he wants or that cute girl who lives up the street, is having to face his own mortality knowing he probably won't live much more than a few days or weeks. I'm a 45 year old grown man and I'd probably be huddled in a corner somewhere crying like a baby if i were facing what he was facing.
The biggest thing that Les Miles gives this kid is a chance to not have to think about that though. He's giving him a chance to put all that aside and be a kid getting to be around his favorite team and just be a LSU fan for a little while. And on top of this escape, Les is also giving him a sense that his favorite team is behind him, praying for him and encouraging him the best they can. He should be commended for what he's doing.
This post was edited on 10/27/15 at 10:22 am
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:22 am to Darth_Vader
Well that's sad
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:25 am to Darth_Vader
Hard to look at that second picture and know that the life there is nearing an end, and he knows it. Have to love him and that spirit, and all of those like him.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:32 am to nc14
Its hard to see God's purpose sometimes. Maybe he gets to come back and have another one. I dunno but this sucks. That is a brave kid and I appreciate Les taking time out to pray for a Bama kid.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:32 am to nc14
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Exactly. I don't know a whole lot about bone cancer but I imagine this kid is in a great deal of physical pain. But even worse than that, this kid who should be thinking about things like what sort of car he wants or that cute girl who lives up the street, is having to face his own mortality knowing he probably won't live much more than a few days or weeks. I'm a 45 year old grown man and I'd probably be huddled in a corner somewhere crying like a baby if i were facing what he was facing.
The biggest thing that Les Miles gives this kid is a chance to not have to think about that though. He's giving him a chance to put all that aside and be a kid getting to be around his favorite team and just be a LSU fan for a little while. And on top of this escape, Les is also giving him a sense that his favorite team is behind him, praying for him and encouraging him the best they can. He should be commended for what he's doing.
awesome dude
Sid is allowed into the Les family - he has Les cell and can call anytime - he is in fan escape 101
and blessings to Les to allow Sid this great joy right now - this is a right now joy Sid gets to have !!!!
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:33 am to Darth_Vader
I know Mountain Brook sometimes gets a unfair bad rap for being a snobby and snooty place but seeing the way that community has rallied behind Sid during his illness has been so touching.
Sid's physical body may not be in this world for very long but he will live on in the hearts and souls of everyone he knew.
If we could all be so lucky to leave behind such warm feelings and love in those who knew us when we go, the world would be a much better place.
I sure hope he gets to see his LSU tigers play my Crimson Tide.
Geaux Sid!
Sid's physical body may not be in this world for very long but he will live on in the hearts and souls of everyone he knew.
If we could all be so lucky to leave behind such warm feelings and love in those who knew us when we go, the world would be a much better place.
I sure hope he gets to see his LSU tigers play my Crimson Tide.
Geaux Sid!
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:34 am to EthanL
quote:Sid is surrounded by a loving family and the entire community of Mountain Brook, they have stood by him through this entire ordeal. If anyone took the time to drive through Mountain Brook over the last months, they would see purple and gold ribbons/bows/balloons all over homes, places of buisness and mail boxes throughout the small city.
I've been trying to stay updated on this subject, without much comment. I understand the passion this child has for his team, but I hope he is surrounded by loving family that will bring him real comfort, than what football can, which I'm sure he has.
quote:It is not a complicated form of escapism for a 16 yr old boy.
At its best, this is a very complicated form of escapism. If you don't believe me, just head on over to tRant and strike up a conversation about how Bama will beat LSU with any one of the million rantards in house
quote:The focus right now is to make Sid as comfortable as possible in his last days on earth. LSU football distracts Sid and his family from the reality that faces them in these dark days. Les Miles has gone out of his way to be a "friend" to this young man and Les has been a friend that prays with him in an effort to provide peace and comfort.
Les Miles has obviously grown attached and fond of this young man and his tragic situation. And there probably is nothing more noble of him, then to try and prepare his team for a game, and inspire them with however he feels about this young man's plight. It's important though that he does not tether the hopes of this young man to mere football anymore, or his family's. I understand this is one of his wishes...to see LSU play Nov. 7th. I just hope the focus can remain on doing what's best for him, sustaining his peace of mind and providing comfort that might prove more helpful for him and in turn his family, considering the hard days, months, and years to come.
This post was edited on 10/27/15 at 10:39 am
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:35 am to Darth_Vader
Good lord this is so sad.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:38 am to RT1941
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Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:43 am to sjmabry
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Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:51 am to Darth_Vader
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Yeah it does. It's says a lot about what sort of man Les Miles is. Yeah, coaches and athletes go visit sick kids all the time. But he's become genuine friends with this kid. That says a lot about his character. Reminds me of the story from last year of the bond between Auburn's Sammy Coates and a 12 yr old girl with Leukemia.
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Thanks, prayers and peace be with them and through us.
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:52 am to RT1941
quote:My bad man...
RT1941
Posted on 10/27/15 at 10:54 am to sjmabry
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My bad man...
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