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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.

Sunday, December 21, 2008

more stable, less hair!

Hey there -
Another quick post to give you an update. It looks like Hans' Potassium levels are stablizing, he is still getting lots of supplements, but at least he is able to hang onto enough with the right supplements! His HGB looks okay - but his ANC is still kinda tanking, so we're not having him out and about. We'll see how he looks Tuesday, when Kevin takes him into clinic!
He needed to go back to TCH yesterday on a Saturday for Platelets and a shot of GSFC. That took a while and he did not want to go. Can't say I blame him, we had to go down to the med center on Thurs for a prescription refill and then Friday for counts. So our little dude is today enjoying only his third full day at home since Nov. 22nd. Stinky, huh? But he is doing better.

And, actually, since my mom has decided to hang out thru Christmas, us three girls have decided to go on a little beach adventure. Since Galvenston was so wrecked by Ike, we are going to check out Corpus Christi, leaving the boys here to their own resources, and we'll be back on the 23rd.

BeMerry!
Love, The Weberling

PS - I am usually pretty good with Christmas cards, but this year, I am hoping to do a New Years card - we'll see if that happens!

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Here is to some time off for the girls and some downtime for the boys! All much deserved for everyone. The beach sounds really good since we have only been in the teens and -minus degree weather with snow for the last week. Right now a high of 30 sounds good!!

Love to all,
G.Kathy & G.Dale XOXO

Anonymous said...

Lara,

The trips sounds amazing! I've always wanted to go there. I think there are some gorgeous beaches, and neat sea creatures there? Maybe sea turtles? Anyway, Seattle, as I'm sure you know, has been seriously hit with tons of snow - it is pouring down as I type this, but I'm glad you and your mom, and Ellie are experiencing a relaxing beach getaway!

Happy Christmas!!

Love Shelley

Anonymous said...

Hello!
Oh, I wish Hans an entire holiday of cheery, snug days at home! Kevin and Hans will enjoy their guy time, and the girls will have fun with outdoor adventures!!! They can surprise the guys with beach treasures and grand stories!
Lara, you ARE the correspondent extraordinaire!!! Given all of your daily endeavors, we would all simply wish you a peaceful holiday season! Cards will wait!
Love and hugs to ALL,
Aunt Susy

Anonymous said...

Happy, happy Christmas to all of you AND
Happy Birthday Stephie. love, all of us in snowy, cold Seattle