Miracle for Michael

Hello everyone, I just got home after spending some time with Stacey. She is so strong! She has taken a short break from the hospital to get some much need rest. We have encouraged her to come home every couple of days to do what she needs to do and most of all spend time with her other child, Ariyana (2). For the most part Stacey spends all of her time at the hospital. Her parents and Michael's father take turns staying over for her when she needs to get some stuff done at home. She was just saying she wouldn't know what to do if she did not have such a great support system. Stacey was attending college full time, but due to the recent diagnosis of Michael, she has withdrawn. She was really trying to continue the semester, but after some thought decided her son needed her most.

Michael is hanging in there, its been so tough for him. He has been pretty much confined to his room (except for an occasional walk). He has video games, coloring books, magazines and visitors to keep in occupied. The new treatment that he has been receiving has made him very tired and he spends much of his time resting. I heard that he received a DVD from his class and that he really enjoyed it. Stacey said his face lit up and he was smiling. His room is filled with cards from his classmates. Stacey has taped the cards all around his room, we all enjoy reading the get well wishes, kids say the cutest things.

As far as news, they have not really received any new news. These treatments could take a couple weeks before they really have any new answers.

Also, we have a benefit planned for Saturday, April 18, 2009. Michael was admitted to CHOP on February 23 and is going through various tests and ongoing treatments, he has a long road ahead. As you know these expenses can be costly. We are hoping the benefit will raise money for his family to help cover some of these costs. The benefit will take place at the Big Apple in Buena (Route 40) from 7-12. Tickets are available and cost $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for children. Ticket price includes a buffet meal and soda. Cash bar, 50-50, entertainment and chinese auction. For tickets please call 856-297-8927 Roslyn Wright.