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Our son Ryan was diagnosed with stage 4 Neuroblastoma in 2004. In 2007, my wife Missy was diagnosed with stage 2 triple negative breast cancer. On July 8th, 2009, Missy lost her battle to this horrible disease. 2 days later, on July 10th, Ryan also lost his. Together forever, they both watch over our family now from the heavens above. Below is our families journey through Ryan's treatments, along with the joy and laughter we tried to instill into our daily lives. Those days helped us all cope with the pain and suffering that comes with cancer and it's deadly treatments. Both Missy and Ryan endured high doses of chemo, radiation and surgeries. Over 150 nights spent in the hospital and many, many more days. More transfusions than I could count. Yet both Missy and Ryan took on each day with a positive attitude and warm smile for all their friends. We miss them terribly. They will always be a shining light in our lives.

Saturday, October 23, 2004

 

Finally, we make it to harvest !!

We had a crummy week back at the hospital, but we ended it with the harvest of Ryan's stem cells, something we have wanted for some time. He came down with a fever on Sunday and stayed until Thursday with a sinus infection. I will post a picture next week of his harvest. It is painless, but boring for him. Everything goes out through his central line. They did not get enough cells on Friday, so we have to go back on Monday and do it again. Please pray that they will get enough for both of his transplants. Thanks for all your support. Love, Les and Missy

Guest Book:
Dear Ryan,
I hope your harvest went great. I missed you in computer lab today. We voted on the computer for the presidential election. If you want to let me know your pick, I will put your vote in, too. Love, Mrs. Drake
 
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