Hans has actually been in a great mood this past week. It's been nice because even though he was in the hospital he hasn't really been sick. They just needed to sit on him and keep him in place until they were ready to start the transplant process. Now that his PIC line is in and is working well, and Hans has taken another complete ten-day course of antibiotics he can begin. He'll get four straight days of chemo, then two days rest and he'll get his stem cells back. Since these are his own cells, there isn't a risk of Host-Graft disease. However, his blood counts will be very low and he'll be at risk for general infections. They expect his counts to start coming back up within two weeks. Best case scenario, we'll be heading home in about three weeks!
Thanks for keeping Hans in your prayers. He has been such a little trooper! He's lucky to have all of you in his corner.
Lara
About Me
- Hans Weberling
- Bakersfield, CA, United States
- Hans was a busy, happy, sweet and fearless three year old when he was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. He fought his disease like a "gladiator" for nearly 6 years. Hans was an animal lover to his core. He was 'guarded' at home by his three cats, Black, Orange and Cotton. He also had his Golden Retriever, Honey, to keep him company. Hans enjoyed swimming, biking, gardening, grilling (he had his very own grill!), horseback riding, playing video games, building Legos, and flipping between Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network and Animal Planet. Hans loved all members of his family and he was a loyal friend. He had to go through a lot of treatment in his life. But Hans powered through it. His attitude was let's get this done! His motivation was always to get back home, to his family, pets, favorite foods and pool.
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Oy what a time this is, having to realize the hospital is home for the next 3+ weeks. I have great, great confidence it will all go swimmingly, and if you find yourselves in need of more magazines/dvds/books please, please let me know! Mucho love, Erin
You are all in our thoughts, especially little Hans!!!
I'll always be in his corner, and for all of y'all!
We are praying daily for you guys! Hang in there through the next few weeks!!! Let us know when and how we can help.
The Nolens
Lara, I was sooooo glad that I got to see you and Hans today! I smile each time I think about him--he was so funny! It was great to see Hans' room and all of the fun toys on the BMT floor. We are praying that everything goes well and that you guys are home in 3 weeks! Hooray!!!!
Hans, I will be praying for you over the next weeks. I know you can't wait for all of this to be over with. Hang in their little buddy! You are in our prayers as always. Love, The Whiteheads
'Good morning, Hansie!"
As I wake up each morning I hear the spring birds singing, Buzzy whinnying for his carrot, and Leo the Lion purring!
This morning they are all asking me to send you their sweet morning songs and a cheery hello!
So, each morning as you wake up, look out the window and know we love you and are saying, "Good morning, Hansie!"
Love and hugs,
Aunt Susy
I feel lucky to know all of you, you are an amazing family! We continue to pray for you daily. I hope the next few weeks go smoothly, Hans deserves a break. I'm looking forward to hearing you are all home. Sending a BIG HUG to all of you! Love, Cindy
LOVE all the photos you posted - great to see pics of his sweet and gentle strength! Hope that Hans was able to have BMT today and all is going well. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
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