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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.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Amazing

Hi
We have been on cloud nine. Hans finished his MIBG scan today and then we met with Dr. Maris. He told us "all of his scans came back negative". That means his scans are clean, the MIBG worked for Hans and we are once again "No Evidence of Disease" or that Hans is currently cancer-free! As you can imagine, we were crying tears of joy, mercy and gratitude as soon as these words fell out of Maris' mouth and our brains had a moment to comprehend.

I'll write more later - I'm trying to get us a flight out of here tonight!!!

With love, Lara

29 comments:

Anonymous said...

Fantastic!!

Godspeed to ye with the weather as bad as it is...

Love
Erin

Anonymous said...

Fantastic!!

Godspeed to ye with the weather as bad as it is...

Love
Erin

Anonymous said...

Hallelujah! That is such awesome news. Now everyone can breathe a sigh of relief. God's grace manifest. Bless you all. Wendi

The Adkins Family said...

That's WONDERFUL!

The Alexander's said...

Absolutely Awesome!!!

Kim Tyler said...

Hallelujah! Many prayers are answered today! Just take some time to breathe it in and enjoy the beauty of this moment! May love continue to surround all of you!
Kim

Sunny said...

YAY! That is wonderful!!

Anonymous said...

GREAT NEWS !! We all can share in the wonderful news with you guys. Han's deserves this after all that he has been through.He has been a little trooper and thank goodness he had you two their for him all of the way.Our prayers have been answered and the sun is shining here in Ellensburg! Hi, grandma Kathy.All is well here too, so enjoy your stay with the kids. Dale

Anonymous said...

Praise God for Healing!!!
Hans is a trooper! Now it's time for a celebration trip to AZ in March!
Love, Uncle Mark, Aunt debi, Jessa and KK

Charon said...

Hi Lara,

That is such awesome news!! I am thrilled for you guys!

Much love, Charon

Anonymous said...

Hi
Just left Grandma Stephanie with hugs of joy with your wonderful news!
Love,
Pat K.

Unknown said...

That news made my day!

:) Liz
(a friend of your mom's)

Anonymous said...

Yeah !!!! pl

Anonymous said...

Wonderful!! We are so happy for you all.

Love & Prayers,
Theresa Williams

Anonymous said...

So awesome!!! We're so happy for all of you! Keeping up the prayers that Hans stays cancer-free and that all of his buddies can get cancer-free, as well.

Huge hugs to all,
Aunt Holly and Uncle Michael

Anonymous said...

I'm smiling ear to ear!!!!

Natalie

Anonymous said...

The joyful news arrived first from Kathy and Elle early this evening as they awaited your arrival at the airport! WHOO HOO!

Hans' Raton friends will ALL be doing the happy dance for him in celebration!

I look forward to coming your way soon!

May miracles visit all of the other sweet kiddos, too!

Love and hugs,
Aunt Susy

Our Family said...

Hooray! I am so happy for you guys! Still praying for Hans each night!

Bernie

Anonymous said...

This is the best news EVER!
I am so happy for your whole family. Its time to celebrate!

Kerry and Madison

Anonymous said...

YAY!! We are so THRILLED for you guys. It puts such a smile on my face. Hope you get home quickly and celebrate!!

Sarah

Anonymous said...

Lara, Kevin, Hans and Elle-

I am so excited for you all. I had to read the post twice to make sure I was reading it correctly. I am sitting here with tears rolling down my cheeks.

Sending you all love and hugs

Shari

Kimbug said...

Lara! That is AWESOME! I'm so happy for you guys!

God is good...

<3~Kim Clevenger

Anonymous said...

YAY!!! The best news EVER! We couldn't be happier!

Love to you all,

Shelley, Tim and family

Anonymous said...

That is so awesome!!!!!

Alex wants to see Hans and celebrate. (Eat chips)

Anonymous said...

I got the chills knowing a family has gotten such great news. Soooooooo happy for you all.
Sincerely
Bostonian

Claire Rider said...

FANTASTIC NEWS!!

I have't been on the computer in about a day and this is such a joy to read!!
Love, claire

Anonymous said...

That is such great news !!!!! I was tearing up as I was reading it out loud to my husband. Prayers were answered.

Anonymous said...

When I think of all that Hans had to go through to EARN these miraculous results I swell with enormous pride and humble gratitude!
It makes me believe that with dedicated physicians, like Dr. Maris, loving families like Lara, Kevin and Elle, and BRAVE children like Hans all kids with NB will have a better chance.
With my love, admiration, and prayers for all the fighters and angels,
G'ma Stephanie

Anonymous said...

Way to go Hans!! I am very happy for you.

Holly, Abby's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/abigailbeth