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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.

Monday, December 20, 2004

 

Smiles are back, appetite is back and we're back (at home:)

Well, it's Monday and after only 4 nights at the Marriott, Ryan's labs and check-up came back well enough to let us all come home for at least a couple of weeks before transplant #2. It is so great to see him and Will sitting in the same chair, or all of us around the dinner table. He is very curious about all the gifts under our tree and seems to be catching the spirit of Christmas, at last. We all are now that he is home. I just can't say how wonderful it is, to finally have us all under the same roof. Thank you everyone for your prayers and support. Les, Missy, and especially, Ryan

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We are so happy for you all!!! It has to be the most wonderful feeling just to be home. Give Ryan a BIG hug from all of us, and tell everyone hello.

The Vickery's
 
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