According to my friends who were there...

Zailin had the coolest visitation. His family dyed their hair blue (his favorite color), wore superman shirts and tails, and played all the songs he liked without worry that some of them may have seemed inappropriate to others. They were, indeed, appropriate for him.

Last Zailin update.

Zailin's struggle ended at 7:30 am on Wednesday, October 13, 2010. I appreciate all the support and help he received throughout his life. His family could still use healing thoughts and prayers if anyone wishes to continue. Thank you.

And even as I posted this update...

Word came. The hospice nurse has been called to their house to watch over him during his last day.

Another Zailin update.

The news from my friend is bad:

"I just talked with Libby. She said he doesn't like to go anywhere anymore and doesn't like to see people. It would just stress him out...if he's even still alive in a few days. The doctors told her that he may show signs of a small burst of energy in his last days before passing. Yesterday, he had that uncharacteristic burst...and he's paying for it today. His breathing is worse...gurgly and congested. Even when we saw him on Sunday, it sounded like he was drowning. She said the only thing he wants to do is either watch his dad play video games or just be left alone."

Any who are watching for news of him, please continue sending good thoughts and prayers to his family. Thank you.

Update on Zailin's condition

Zailin had to be rushed to Omaha this weekend.

The doctors told his family he might have two weeks left.

Miracle Needed, Desperately.

http://www.chronicletimes.com/story/1550620.html

http://www.spencerdailyreporter.com/story/1581991.html

http://www.stormlakepilottribune.com/story/1585591.html

I have only met Zailin once and do not know his family well. The family members who offer him a place to stay when he visits Omaha for medical treatment are dear friends of mine. That is how I have become interested in Zailin and his family.

I have been told that Zailin's time is drawing to an end. The tumor has always been inoperable, but now their time is short, too. There is no power on earth that can save this little boy, or his family.

His parents have asked for healing. If you believe in the power of spirit, of prayer, of anything outside yourself, please ask for healing for Zailin and his family. Only a miracle can save them.

Please help heal Zailin and his family.