Update 2/24/2010

I haven't updated for a while...mostly because I haven't had much to say....day to day life doesn't change much for little Seth, but there have been some issues as of late.

Seth received the Broviac on 2/9/2010 (I hope that's right :) . He went through his massive doses of Chemo and all was going fairly OK. Then, he got and infection. Turns out he got a Strep infection in his blood....YUCKY~! He also has been receiving a lot of blood. Never fun!

Today I am told he is doing better...That's good news! Everyone is hanging in there; Grandparents spend time there every week as wells as a couple uncles. I know all the help is greatly appreciated!

We are planning an early spring Yard Sale as a Benefit for Seth. I don't have dates, but as you start your spring cleaning keep in mind we are gathering "Stuff" for the sale. The more we have the more we can sell :) Furniture seems to be good, movies, books etc. Keep it in mind and let us know if you have things you would like to donate and we will make arrangements to get them!

Thanks for all your prayers, we appreciate all the support!

Update 12/28/2009

I just returned from visiting with Seth and Darin in the hospital tonight. It was great fun to play with Seth who is acting as though he feels fine. he is such a cute kid and he makes me happy! Darin was there and Shannon was home getting stuff together for another long stay at the hospital. Here's the scoop.....The Doctors have decided to throw everything they have at this Cancer. meaning strong Chemo with some that is part of a new trial. They will do injections in his spine as well. In order for Seth to receive the Bone Marrow Transplant, which he now needs, he will have to achieve remission. That is the sole goal for the next 2 months. It is likely he won't leave the hospital for at least 6 weeks, mostly likely 8.

I am so emotional as I write this and as I am trying to give you the facts I guess I feel like I am at liberty to interject some of my own feelings...since I am the blog author :) First, I ask for your prayers. I believe there is hope, always. I believe we can NEVER give up hope. I know that prayers are heard and answered. We have seen the power of prayer over the past months and frankly I expect nothing less than answered prayers as we continue. No doubt this has knocked us off our feet. But we must have hope. Second, I ask for you to keep your positive comments coming. Sometimes it seems as if there is nothing we can say, but I know your positive, loving, faith promoting comments help bolster in the darker moments, so PLEASE send your messages of love and support to Darin, Shannon, Seth, Corbin and Jenna. I promise, they read this blog and the comments! Third, I ask for you to help brainstorm with us for fund-raising opportunities; including being willing to help organize, host and donate. This is a very financially taxing challenge and we are committed to help them get through it with as little financial stress as possible. I know that many of you have some incredible creativity in making things, getting donations and just giving super ideas....so please let them flow, we are ready!

We love you all so much. This has been so amazing to see how wonderful people have pulled together for SethMan...so please, keep praying and pulling...