Eli on KRMG... Prepare For The Cute

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Elijah was at LaFortune Park this afternoon to talk on-air with Joe Kelly from KRMG AM740. Joe and the staff of Make-A-Wish were in their second day of collecting donations for the annual fundraiser, and I'm pretty sure they made their goal of $200,000. That doesn't mean it's too late for you to donate! They've decided to send Eli to Hawaii sometime in 2012. (Hopefully they'll decide we can go with him; I'll keep you posted.)

Eli got to look inside a police patrol car, and he talked with several officers, then went right up to a real helicopter and poked his head inside! Then it was time to talk on the radio, and Eli turned on the charm big time. Jeff Summers, CEO of Make-A-Wish Oklahoma, has given Eli the nickname "Hollywood."

We also recorded a "Story Of Light" which has been running on KRMG all this week. We didn't know it at the time we recorded it, but it was actually HILARIOUS. Take a listen by clicking on this link, then scrolling down to the list of names and clicking on Eli's:

http://www.krmg.com/maw/index/

We have another ear tube surgery on Monday. No big thing, right? But he'll be under general anaesthetic, and he only weighs 26 pounds, so it makes me nervous. Pray for Eli!

Comments

Anonymous said…
This is over-whelming to say the least and we are so proud and thankful for each of you. We are always thinking of you and praying for another great day. Many people ask about you every day. Eli is famous only because of his wonderful mommy,dad and sister. We thank God that you are our children. I don't think I can wait to see you. G and G
November 17, 2011 at 8:46 PM
Leveta said…
I have not posted for awhile but please know that I still think about this little man,my hero every day and pray for him and his family.He is so precious. How lucky those people were to be able to meet Mr. Hollywood. (o:
Leveta
November 19, 2011 at 8:37 PM
A Truthbrarian said…
That radio spot was fabulous. Much love, prayeres, and *positive* waiting for all of you!
November 21, 2011 at 11:35 AM
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