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Read this article<\/a>, about a very brave and inspiring young man, one 12 year old Alex Rodriguez, who has decided to forgo further cancer treatments in order to spend his days with his family.\u00a0 Warning, much facial tissue is needed.\u00a0 May God bless this brave young man.\u00a0 A miracle would be wonderful, and all praying for him should exercise courage in looking to God and asking that a miracle of miracles occur.\u00a0 But also we should pray for peace and courage and strength for Alex and his family.\u00a0\u00a0 May the peace of God, which surpasses all human understanding, cover their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, our Lord.\u00a0 Amen.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"