NANCY and BILL: GREAT News Day!!! - Tuesday

Today we headed to our daughter's house to pick up Andrew and Daniel. They will be spending a few days with us here at Falls Lake. But first, Daniel our youngest grandson needed to go to Duke Medical to get an MRI. We hung out with Andrew and got our laundry done;o))

Daniel was diagnosed with brain cancer when he was 15 months old. He had surgery and chemo to hold the cancer at bay. Then at about 3 1/2 the cancer came back and he had surgery and radiation. Since then he got regular scans to check for new cancer. So far so good...no cancer. Today, it was the longest stretch between scans...2 years! He is CANCER FREE!!!

Daniel and Andrew

The doctors are extremely optimistic that he will remain that way. The original cancer returned after 2 years. He has now had 3 - two year stretches with NO cancer. This is just so exciting for our entire family!!!

So this evening, we will head to Falls Lake with the boys.

I believe we will be doing a little fishing, paddling

and

SMORES eating to celebrate!!

17 comments:

SherryMay 23, 2012 at 4:41 PM
This brings tears to my eyes. Being in the midst of a cancer story, I can only imagine what joy you all must feel. I am SO happy for your entire family. What a trauma for them all to go through and especially Daniel. I'm not sure there is any better news of any kind than this.
Dan and TriciaMay 23, 2012 at 6:37 PM
Happy Happy Joy Joy! This is fantastic news and I am so happy for Daniel and your entire family. Enjoy the smores! Hope the storms stayed at bay for you guys.
ErinMay 23, 2012 at 7:53 PM
So, so happy for Daniel; illnesses like this are bad enough when it's an adult; when it's a child, it just breaks my heart.
Gail HouleMay 23, 2012 at 8:03 PM
Oh wow! Congratulations to Daniel...and to each and everyone in your family. When something like that happens to a child, it affects everyone. I can only imagine the joy in your hearts. Have a wonderful, wonderful time with the boys and celebrate with everything you've got!
Paul and Marti DahlMay 23, 2012 at 8:37 PM
Fantastic news, he's a little "Miracle Man". Sad that he had to go through such horrible trials as a little boy but it's all behind him now. :c)
owensontheroadMay 23, 2012 at 9:27 PM
That's such terrific news! I'm sure that everyone in the family is celebrating!!
Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsMay 23, 2012 at 10:21 PM
Great news! He sure has had a tough start, but he is looking good now:)
louMay 23, 2012 at 11:11 PM
What a great thing to celebrate. Congratulations!
LindaMay 23, 2012 at 11:59 PM
Such good news for your grandson Daniel. Continued Blessings!
SpeedyMay 24, 2012 at 8:11 AM
That is so good to hear. Have fun

Joe and Sherri
Catherine, Jo Beth and GraceMay 24, 2012 at 8:57 AM
There is nothing better than getting those clean bills of health! Great News indeed!
TravelwithwhippetsMay 24, 2012 at 10:53 AM
Wonderful news! Have a GREAT time enjoying the boys!
Peggy and GaryMay 24, 2012 at 11:03 AM
It's tough enough with Gary, but a child - I can't imagine. Fabulous to hear the good news - and enjoy the Lake!
Gin and SylMay 24, 2012 at 11:13 AM
A week end celebration complete with s'mores is definitely in order!
Syl
Dianne and SteveMay 27, 2012 at 1:38 PM
Congrats on such great news. Having experienced cancer in our family we know how much of an emotional roller coaster it can be.
Mike and TerriJune 3, 2012 at 1:13 PM
That's wonderful news!!! So, so happy for Daniel and your family!!!
ThelmaJune 3, 2012 at 4:08 PM
Love all the pix and comments. This is the first time I have checked the blog. Can't believe how the children have grown up...and the good news on Daniel is the best. By the way, Andrew looks so much like Brian that it's scary....