This site is dedicated to little Zachary Elsenpeter. Zachary is a 8 year old boy who received a kidney transplant from his father Wade Elsenpeter on December 1, 2004.

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Oct 13, 2009

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My Montage 10/12/09

Yesterday was a very overwhelming day for our family.. To see how God works in WONDERFUL ways brought me to tear reading all the messages that people were sending us. Zachary’s website got over 12,000 hits in one day. On average he gets 3,000 to 4,000 a day. Which still brings me to tears knowing how many people care about Zachary and our family.

I miss my Husband, Bestfreind and the Best Father to our three beautiful children Kiley 9, Austin 3 and Zachary 5.
I miss Kiley and Austin who needs there mother to read them a bed time story and to tuck them into bed at night.
My daughter Kiley who is 9 had pictures today. I should be there helping her pick out an outfit and putting her hair in curls.
My family is strong and we have been through a lot.. But watching Zachary’s smile with each struggle and with all these people praying for him and are willing to give him another chance at life. Just make me realize how lucky I am to be Zachary’s mother, and to watch this wonderful little boy live life to the fullest..

Zachary had a pretty good night, He did wake up a few times wanting me to hold him, so I crawled into bed with him. Yes, I love cuddle time.

His Blood pressures are still under control but his creatinine ‘kidney function” Keeps going up. The DRS just came in and have come up with a new plan.
We are going to try 2 more Plasmapheresis Wednesday and Friday than on Monday he will have another biopsy of the Kidney to see what the changes are. If there are no changes or the Kidney is worse than it is time for me to let go.. I have fought so hard to save this Kidney.. But knowing that there are thousands of people who care and who are willing to give Zachary another chance at life makes me know that God has a plan.

The DRS also asked if we wanted to go home for a couple of days but return on Wednesday and Friday for his Plasmapheresis and IVIG and than on Monday he will be readmitted for a Kidney Biopsy. I think I will take this opportunity to be a family again, before these big Changes start to happen. This has and will be along road for our family, but each day we will take and enjoy life to the fullest.

Thank you to everybody for all your thoughts and prayers,
I will update daily on our little MIRACLE “Zachary”

Stacey Elsenpeter

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Leave a comment | 7 Responses to “This Website is for 5 yr. old Zachary who is in Kidney failure”
Michelle

I stummbled upon this site by a complete accident.
it hard to hear the things that are happening to your family.
how could something like this happen to such a small, sweet brand new life.
I will always wonder that.

I would love to help in anyway possible, i would give my own kidney to your boy if i was a match.
Be strong, i will send my thought and parayers.

Stacey,
I cry and pray for you and Zachary today. I know how hard it is to miss your family while in the hospital.Especially, when things are going on like your daughters pictures. I missed my daughters dance rehearsal because Luke was in the hospital. I am praying that the next two rounds of Plasmapheresis work. But, if not, I know God will provide another kidney for Zachary. Enjoy your family time at home and please know I am praying for you often.
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/lukeburton
P.S. Does Zachary have a caringbridge page. If so, what is the link to it?

Jen Nichols

My thoughts and prayers ( and tears ) are with you and Zachary and your family, Stacey. Jen Nichols

Robyn Christian

Stacey, Wade, Kiley, Austin and Brave Zac-

We are all praying for your whole family :)
Just have faith, GOD has plans for Zac and will provide what he and your family needs.
GOD has been with Zac since day one and he will never leave you or your family. Be strong and have faith. We love all of you.
Love-
Your sis Robyn, Jesse, Brady and Isabel :)

Ana

Dear Stacey,

I also want to leave you a word* After coming to your site i read the story of Zach. I must tell you that i really admire you and your family, i’m touched by all the things you have gone through and how your courage has not limits. I think Zach is really a brave little man, and his smile is an example to me how we should be positive even in hard times. He’s so lovely… :) And i also believe that it was for some reason that we all came here to your site…

Let me send you a big hug from portugal, I wish all the best for all of you and i will also pray for the miracle to happen*

Susan

Hang in their Zack. Hoping for the best of luck for you.

Lisa

Hi Stacey, Wade, Zachary and family! I’m sitting here in colorado and thinking of Zach and your family everyday, saying prayers for all of you everyday and wishing you peace and strength to hold on to your faith and just take one day at a time! You are right God does have a plan! I guess we just have to hold on…and wait…and we will see. I love you all, and miss you and your family, I wish I could be there for you and help you, but please doesn’t hesitate to call if you need anything anytime! Stay positive! Love Lisa