Time for an update

Chris is handling radiation/chemo really well at the moment. Was very fatigued at first, but is back on steroids because of some brain swelling, which is "typical" for this treatment and he has responded well to it. His time evolves around appointments and we've decided to bring cribbage to pass the time between them.

We continue to be astonished by the outpouring of care. Your prayers are definately felt.

With Gratefulness,

John and Jeanne

Thanks to our Corporate Sponsors

We would like to thank our corporate sponsors for their support in making the Rockin' for the Cas Benefit possible.

The Wilderness Resort
Unified Telecom Solutions, LLC
NIC Law Enforcement Supply
SonicSEO.com
Alllaw.com
Atorneylocate.com
Cabling Concepts
Pat Malone State Farm Insurance Agency
Sean Malone State Farm Insurance Agency
ReMax-Baraboo
Portage National Bank
Brunker Builders
Cardinal FG
Portage Plastics
Bindl Chiropractic
American Legion Post 47
Bauer Chiropractic and Muscle Therapy
The Blarney Stone
O'Brion Agency, LLC
AmeriPrint
Leer
Next Level Productions
PS Creative
Ultracom Wireless
Noah's Ark Animal Workshop

Thanks to all of these businesses!!!!!!!

Radiation/Chemo Started

Radiation and Chemo treatments were started yesterday. Chris has opted out of the Clinical Trial, so no "Hulk!" We are walking a new road and trying to adjust to the miriad of apptointments.

Your constant care , compassion, and prayers still overwhelm us. Thank you.

:~) John and Jeanne

Rockin' for the Cas

The Benefit - Sponsored by (to be announced)

When: Saturday March 14th 2009 5:00pm
6:00 pm bands start

Where: Wilderness Resort Wisconsin Dells, WI

Why: To help raise money for Chris to go towards
expenses incurred from this disease, somewhere or something he has
always wanted to do or go,
and a brain cancer awareness program (TBD).

Cost: $10 per person

Please come and support Chris through his fight with brain cancer. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend!

Bands will include: Muzzy Luctin, Trailer Kings, Population4, Audio*Otic, and Barefoot Soldiers

And be ready to bid at the Silent Auction!

Can't wait to see you all there :)

BRACELET UPDATE

Bracelets are going to be $5 a piece (sorry I misspoke earlier) but this is for a GREAT cause! They will be available at the Alumni Tournament Feb 21st as well as at the "ROCKIN' FOR THE CAS" Benefit on March 14th. If you are unable to attend either of these events but want to support the cause and want a bracelet please contact me via e-mail and we can work something out!

The Benefit - Save the Date

Hello to all! We have finally been able to nail down a date to hold a benefit for Chris.

It will be SATURDAY MARCH 14th at THE WILDERNESS RESORT IN THE DELLS.
More information is to come as we work out all the details, but there will be 4 or 5 bands, a silent auction, and who knows...... Please plan to attend if you are able... and check back for more details. (And if you have anything to donate for the silent auction it would be MUCH appreciated. You can contact me via e-mail Yellowieds@Yahoo.com )

****************ALSO*****************
We are selling gray(brain cancer awareness color) silicon bracelets to help raise money. They are now in and ready for purchase. (Sorry I miss spoke, they will be $5 per bracelet) . Any donation is welcome for this cause and the money will be going towards possible uncovered treatments by Medical Assistance, something or somewhere Chris has always wanted to do or go, and a brain cancer awareness program (we are still researching which one). AND a big note, this is NOT tax deductable. This is a for profit fundraiser.

Thank you all for your prayers and support. I can't wait to see you all on March 14th!!

Tough News

We received a call from the specialist today that Chris has a grade 4 glioblastoma multiforme. This is the fastest growing tumor and very difficult to treat. This now means that Chris will have to have chemo along with the radiation. He also is qualified to be in a clinical trial. They want to make him like the Hulk. Literally the medication they are wanting him to try (which will make him radiation sensitive)will make him turn greenish. Once it is stopped he will turn back to a normal color. We are definately in unknown territory! Sounds like a tough road ahead. We are so thankful for your continued prayers.

:~)

An Informational Day

An informational day today. The neuro-radiologist said he recommends high dose radiation at 20-30 min. a day five days per week for 6 weeks. The pathology report shows the tumor is a glioma anaplastic astrcoytoma grade 3 but still looks like it has gliomablastoma multiflorme grade 4 tendencies. It is imperative to treatment to know the difference, as they are treated differently. The grade 3 does not respond to chemo, while the grade 4 does. So Chris gets a CT scan tomorrow (Wed.) to ready himself for the start of radiation treatments. The plan is to go ahead with that. They will have to make a mask for Chris that he will wear at every radiation appointment so that the treatments will be precisely accurate each time. While we are waiting for the pathologists report, things will be moving and Chris needs to start treatment.

Chris was told he would probably be very fatigued near the end of treatments. He may have unusual hair loss (patches), but it would grow back. Skin may become very sensitive where the radiation is administered. There is the possibility for not feeling well.

We asked about incorporating other agents to fight this. The Dr. said that radiation is the best course of action at this time. The Dr. also consults with a team of specialists on what is the best for Chris and his type of tumor. We are confident that they are doing the best for Chris at this time.

We thank you for your thoughtful and continuous prayers. There is a battle on and we need to be surrounded with the right armor.

:~)

New Appointment

Chris goes to the oncologist/radiologist tomorrow, 2-3-09! They wanted to get him in sooner and did! Will keep you posted.

:~)