- Name: Ryan
- Location: Athens, Ga, United States
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.
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Monday, March 21, 2005
Slowing down, Yea!!
Ryan completely enjoyed the Pageant of Hope. I think he really liked being surrounded by all those pretty girls. Thank you Jena and all your team for a fun day for Ryan and all the special kids who took part. He was thrilled to be crowned the Prince of Hope. I have gotten together all of Ryan's central line supplies. It is amazing how much of that you can collect. Camp Sunshine is going to take it and find a use for it. Today is his first complete day of school. He was very excited to be able to stay for lunch and recess (his favorite parts of the day). Les and I want to say how very proud of Heidi and Will we are. The past nine months have been the biggest struggle any of us have ever encountered and they have kept up their school work, sports, and other activities with the same level of enthusiasm and spirit. They are such great kids and have been so supportive and protective of Ryan. Please remember the gospel concert this Friday. We are looking forward to seeing our friends. Love, Les, Missy, Heidi, Will, and SuperRyan
# posted by Ryan @ 3/21/2005 10:02:00 AM
