Alvin Nathaniel Joiner aka Rapper Xzibit and star of the MTV show Pimp My Ride announced the loss of his new baby boy on his MySpace blog in this sad statement:

As you all know, I shared with you the announcement of my newborn son Xavier Kingston Joiner on May 15th and also informed you that he was born prematurely. Well this week was extremely difficult for him because his lungs were not strong enough to handle regular oxygen on his own. Xavier passed away this morning at 3:30am and I must tell you that it is unnatural for a parent to bury a child. I am telling you this for the same reason I tell you when I’m having great times, life is too short to be fake.

Hold on to your kids if you have them, protect then and show them you love them everyday you wake up and see them, don’t take a second you get to hug them teach them and care for them for granted. You can have all the material wealth in the universe but it is NOTHING compared to having a family. I am thankful for all of my blessings and I’m not one to question God’s perfect plan, so I leave you with great love and thanks for the love that was sent earlier on my previous blog to my son. Of course I need to take some time and handle my loss. STAY FOCUSED PEOPLE. It’s not promised to any of us.”

R.I.P Xavier May 15th 2008 - May 26th 2008

Such an incredibly sad story. Our heart’s go out to Xzibit and his family in this trying time. He has a profound way of dealing with loss and I know I will give my child extra hugs and kisses.

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