Andrew Update #26

Mud Packer · 4/11/08, 5:28 PM

As I promised last month I would only post when something new has happened. Andrew went for another MRI today and the results are back. The initial tumor is again smaller in size and where it was dark before it now has a white spot. The good news is that it is not growing and is still shrinking in size. Also there is no indication of spread to other areas as there are no other tumors in his brain or spine. The treatment options are still working and for this we are so very thankful.

Also since my last post he is now walking by himself. It appears that we were doing too much for him and not allowing him to be a normal boy on his own. After only 3 physical therapy sessions he was walking on his own. This brings the old man a great deal of joy.

He is still not out of the woods yet but with each treatment he seems to get stronger and his mood is happy and his energy level is high. He will continue to be on chemo approximately every three weeks through the end of October. In fact he is about 1/2 way through the chemo rounds of the original protocol.

To all of the people who are praying, sending thoughts and well wishes all I can say is thank you so very much. His journey continues and we appreciate your interest in a little boy named Andrew. I hope to see you all at the races to thank you personally.

Mike

Charles Nungester · 4/11/08, 6:19 PM

Thanks Mike! and good news is better than bad news.

Andrew keeps swingin and knocking home runs! He's a champ

Thanks again
Chuck, keeping you guys in daily prayers.

racegal · 4/11/08, 6:44 PM

Great great news!!! What a strong boy (and family!!) Thank you for the update! I say a prayer for Andrew every day! God is good and it seems He is looking out for Andrew! God bless you all!:respect:

Al Soran · 4/11/08, 6:55 PM

Ahhhh, the perfect way to end my work week, and begin the weekend. Good, good news.

I know the incredible amount of emotions (stress, grief, pain, hope, love, happiness, sadness, joy) flowing in each of your family members during this experience. My wife and I went through similar circumstances with our little girl. As I am sure you have, continue to lean on each other, and keep pouring all your love on that little boy. It will carry you all through.

IndyBound · 4/11/08, 8:33 PM

Mike, this is wonderful news!!! Thank you for keeping us updated. Andrew is indeed a strong little guy. Andrew remains in my prayers for a full recovery.

Patti

midgy · 4/11/08, 8:50 PM

That certainly is good news! :thumb

FishBurger · 4/11/08, 9:53 PM

I'm so glad I took a look here tonight before hitting the sack. GREAT news Mike. Keep up the good fight and we'll keep doing what we can do.

jjsprt92 · 4/11/08, 10:34 PM

Mike,
Great news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:thumb:thumb:applaud:

Dwight Clock · 4/11/08, 11:00 PM

Fabulous report Mike! God is listening to all of our prayers.

ronmil · 4/12/08, 12:15 AM

Mike,

I hope the good reports keep on coming!

4/11/08, 6:19 PM	#2 Re: Andrew Update #26
Charles Nungester Senior Member Race Count This Year: 6 Race Count Last Year: 14 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 22,038	Thanks Mike! and good news is better than bad news. Andrew keeps swingin and knocking home runs! He's a champ Thanks again Chuck, keeping you guys in daily prayers. __________________ Charles Nungester

4/11/08, 6:44 PM	#3 Re: Andrew Update #26
racegal Senior Member Race Count This Year: 19 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 16,124	Great great news!!! What a strong boy (and family!!) Thank you for the update! I say a prayer for Andrew every day! God is good and it seems He is looking out for Andrew! God bless you all!:respect: __________________ DD FAN-atic!! Susan St. Catherine God bless America and our troops

4/12/08, 12:15 AM	#10 Re: Andrew Update #26
ronmil Senior Member Race Count Last Year: 48 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 18,839	Mike, I hope the good reports keep on coming! __________________ Ron Miller

4/11/08, 5:28 PM	#1 Andrew Update #26
Mud Packer Senior Member Race Count Last Year: 59 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,094	As I promised last month I would only post when something new has happened. Andrew went for another MRI today and the results are back. The initial tumor is again smaller in size and where it was dark before it now has a white spot. The good news is that it is not growing and is still shrinking in size. Also there is no indication of spread to other areas as there are no other tumors in his brain or spine. The treatment options are still working and for this we are so very thankful. Also since my last post he is now walking by himself. It appears that we were doing too much for him and not allowing him to be a normal boy on his own. After only 3 physical therapy sessions he was walking on his own. This brings the old man a great deal of joy. He is still not out of the woods yet but with each treatment he seems to get stronger and his mood is happy and his energy level is high. He will continue to be on chemo approximately every three weeks through the end of October. In fact he is about 1/2 way through the chemo rounds of the original protocol. To all of the people who are praying, sending thoughts and well wishes all I can say is thank you so very much. His journey continues and we appreciate your interest in a little boy named Andrew. I hope to see you all at the races to thank you personally. Mike

4/11/08, 6:55 PM	#4 Re: Andrew Update #26
Al Soran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 172	Ahhhh, the perfect way to end my work week, and begin the weekend. Good, good news. I know the incredible amount of emotions (stress, grief, pain, hope, love, happiness, sadness, joy) flowing in each of your family members during this experience. My wife and I went through similar circumstances with our little girl. As I am sure you have, continue to lean on each other, and keep pouring all your love on that little boy. It will carry you all through.

4/11/08, 8:33 PM	#5 Re: Andrew Update #26
IndyBound Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,626	Mike, this is wonderful news!!! Thank you for keeping us updated. Andrew is indeed a strong little guy. Andrew remains in my prayers for a full recovery. Patti

4/11/08, 8:50 PM	#6 Re: Andrew Update #26
midgy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,787	That certainly is good news! :thumb

4/11/08, 9:53 PM	#7 Re: Andrew Update #26
FishBurger Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 4,356	I'm so glad I took a look here tonight before hitting the sack. GREAT news Mike. Keep up the good fight and we'll keep doing what we can do.

4/11/08, 10:34 PM	#8 Re: Andrew Update #26
jjsprt92 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 489	Mike, Great news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:thumb:thumb:applaud:

4/11/08, 11:00 PM	#9 Re: Andrew Update #26
Dwight Clock Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,233	Fabulous report Mike! God is listening to all of our prayers.