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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.

Tuesday, March 01, 2005

 
Ryan was so excited by this morning's snow. He was thrilled he didn't have to wear his mask. It was really coming down as we left for radiation. We found out yesterday that he will have four full weeks of radiation. Please continue to pray that this is his cure and he will not have any damage to surrounding tissues or organs. Dr. Marcus said he is likely to lose 2-5 cm of his height because they are radiating his spine. He was so funny today. He got a magic trick in his Wendy's Happy Meal. He must have performed that trick 100 times on the way home saying "Hocus Pocus" every time to make the trick "work". He is just a doll!! He will probably not go back to school until he is finished with his radiation. So many kids at school are sick right now and we just don't need him to get sick. He is bummed about that, but seems to understand. He has been so patient and understanding about so much. We are so ready for things to go his way. We are thinking about getting away for Spring break. Ryan wants to celebrate getting his tubes out and we all just need some fun time together. Thank you all for your support and prayers. Love, Les, Missy, Heidi, Will, and SuperRyan

# posted by Ryan @ 3/01/2005 09:38:00 PM
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hey SuperRyan!
It's your cousin Nick...I havent talked to you in quite some time. Hope your feeling good. I like your star wars outfit that's pretty cool man haha. Your a tough little soldier buddy. Say hi to your Mom and Dad for me and also to Will and Heidi. Take care...Love Nick
# posted by Anonymous Anonymous : 6:49 PM
 
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