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Hey all,

I just wanted to send an update on my daughter Mykal. I received much prayer on my family's behalf from this forum and would just like to update some of you. In case you didn't know Mykal my oldest child suffered a sudden cardiac arrest on May 23, 2013 at a KC Royals game. The short of it is that she was miraculously brought back 100% after being dead for 10 minutes. CPR played a major role and while her 5% odds of survival was a miracle, her recovery was even more astounding. We were told a few months after her episode that brain damage would have happened seconds after loss of oxygen and that we would need a full neuro workup on her brain. She did show some memory issues and delayed response issues at that time which is common with a survivor of SCA. The first year was really rough financially and emotionally. Year 2 was a very big stride in a positive direction and we are blessed and humbled. Mykal has taken to music and has incredible abilities. She was blessed to open for a couple of music stars last year as well as sing a song she had written on the Grand Ole Opry. Now fast forward 2.5 years later....almost 3, she had her 2 year post neuro work up before she graduates high school this spring. We had all day of testing where he gave here the standard IQ test amongst other tests. Her IQ came back a 132 which the DR. said she can actually qualify for MENSA. She also scored a 27 on her ACT and super high in math and visualization. I type this not to brag on my daughter, but to say a sincere thank you to all that prayed and took the journey with us. Thanks. While I have long sold most of my collection off, it was nothing compared to having my child restored 100% then some. I will be posting some stuff soon on the BST to send her to Nashville this fall to Belmont University. Thank you all again for the prayers and thoughts.

Sincerely,

Jason

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  • BaltimoreYankeeBaltimoreYankee Posts: 3,027 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Jason - I do remember your story from awhile back. This is fantastic news. God is looking out for your daughter.
    Daniel
  • DboneesqDboneesq Posts: 18,219 ✭✭
    Jason ... so happy to hear that your daughter is doing so well. May she continue to live a long and healthy life.
    STAY HEALTHY!

    Doug

    Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
  • curchcurch Posts: 590 ✭✭✭
    Jason, I didn't know of this story till now. That is wonderful news! So glad everything is on the up and up!
    Always looking for vintage wax boxes!
  • StingrayStingray Posts: 8,843 ✭✭✭
    Glad to hear of such a wonderful recovery!! This should be an inspiration for all!!
  • cardcountrycardcountry Posts: 571 ✭✭✭
    Incredible. Thanks for sharing!!

    Jeff
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  • Wow. Best wishes to her at the university. Very touching and wonderfully successful journey to now.
  • detroitfan2detroitfan2 Posts: 3,337 ✭✭✭✭
    That's awesome news Jason, wishing continued success and good health for Mykal!
  • lahmejoonlahmejoon Posts: 1,758 ✭✭✭✭
    I remember this too - a parent's worst nightmare. I'm glad she's doing well!
  • Awesome story. Best I've heard.
  • frankhardyfrankhardy Posts: 8,133 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Jason,

    I will never forget the night you called and you and Dyann were very scared and you asking Brandy and I to pray. It scared me too! We were over at my in-law's house that night and we asked them to pray as well. They knew it was very serious by the look on my face. After hearing what was going on, we honestly were planning a dreaded visit to see you (if you know what I mean) because it didn't look like she was going to pull through. Thank God that didn't happen and thank God for her recovery.

    However, I am a little jealous....she beat me on her ACT. I only scored a 23!

    Shane

  • Bosox1976Bosox1976 Posts: 8,557 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Truly wonderful to hear.
    Mike
    Bosox1976
  • SidePocketSidePocket Posts: 2,901 ✭✭✭
    God has plans for your daughter. Be ready for more great things!

    "Molon Labe"

  • magellanmagellan Posts: 2,099 ✭✭✭
    There cannot be any better news than that . God bless
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  • baz518baz518 Posts: 1,252 ✭✭✭✭
    Wow, that's is awesome and amazing! God bless your daughter and your family.
  • shu4040shu4040 Posts: 982 ✭✭✭
    amazing news and recovery! congrats!
  • MeferMefer Posts: 1,162 ✭✭✭
    Congratulations and always glad to read when these things turn out positive.
  • thank you for sharing. Wish your family continued recovery and peace
  • SOMSOM Posts: 1,555 ✭✭✭
    Made my day. God bless you, and congratulations!
  • eagles33eagles33 Posts: 2,683 ✭✭✭
    Great news. So happy for you and your family that everything turned out okay
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  • Jason, thank you so much for the follow up. This is such fantastic news. I remember when it happened and could not believe what I was reading. I have made several deals with you in the past, and know that there is a special power watching over you and your family. I hope this gives others the belief that miracles can happen. We will continue to pray for you and your family in the future.

    Brian
    1911 C55 hockey
    1935 National Chicle
    1961 Golden Press
    1962 Bell Brand Dodgers
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    Brian
  • gemintgemint Posts: 6,116 ✭✭✭✭✭
    That's great to hear! Thanks for the update.
  • mikelowell25mikelowell25 Posts: 1,252 ✭✭✭
    Jason--awesome news and just an amazing, incredible and unbelievable story--thanks for sharing and updating us!!
  • TiborTibor Posts: 3,601 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Very happy to read this wonderful news!!! The power of prayer is very special.
    Thanks for the update. Will be praying for continued success.
  • Stone193Stone193 Posts: 24,439 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Hiya Jason.



    Always good to read good news.



    I will be posting some stuff soon on the BST to send her to Nashville this fall to Belmont University.




    I wish you the best on your sale.



    Mike
  • Thanks all of you. I really wanted to share because I know the power of prayer and I know alot of you had an impact. Brian, thank you so much for the deals in the past. I look forward to many more.

    Thanks,

    Jason
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