Nick is an amazing 6 year old fighting T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). He was diagnosed at 4 years old on Oct. 15, 2008 and here is the story of his courageous battle. This day changed our lives forever. Nick seemed very healthy at the time and the only signs we noticed were swollen lymph nodes on his neck. At first, we thought it could be a virus, but after 2 rounds of blood tests, the doctors confirmed our worst fear, cancer. This site is to show how strong our little boy is.
Update:
Nicholas finished treatment on 11/18/2010. He will continue to go for blood work for the next 3 years. He is still in remission.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Nick's busy weekend
Nick and the family had a very busy weekend. Friday morning started with a playdate with his friend Michael and then a sleepover at Joey’s Friday night. Saturday brought another playdate, his friend Sean who is also fighting Leukemia. Sunday brought a visit from Uncle Dick and Aunt Mary and dinner from friends. Nicholas had a busy, fun and active weekend. He even got a ride on daddy's ATV. Greg and Colby look great with their new haircuts and Joey is getting jealous that Nick now has less hair than him. Nick will be admitted to the hospital on Tuesday to start Phase II, consolidation phase, if all goes well with his blood counts. This Phase will be very difficult for Nick and the family, as they start a new round of treatments and shots. Nick has been so strong and brave through the past month, we know he will get through this. Thanks everyone for their love and support – the Shannon family needs it!
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Nick, we all know how strong and brave you are being. Keep up the good work and remember we love you. Auntie Lisa, Uncle Jack, Jeremy and Mitchel
Dear Karen and Greg our hearts and prayers are with you all..we think of you all so often every thought is a prayer..Nick is in a big fight but we know he'll win.Little Renee and Aimee were over yesterday wih Connor and they love NIck very dearly..explained to them about differences they might notice in NIck.. but told them no matter he is still Nick their cousin..I hope Colby is doing well ..it must be hard for him also..Our prayers are with you tomorrow as Nick starts his new regeime Love to All The Gang from Maine
Its great to hear that nick was out and about this weekend! Miss you and love you!!
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