Monday, April 30, 2007

A great day in 7925!

Grier is finally feeling better!! The nausea stopped after adding a new medication.
He had a busy day playing games, going on walks in the wagon, watching The Wonder Pets, and talking on the phone to Susan and Maggie. Anne spent the day with us entertaining Grier. She was our own Child Life person today! —Grier felt so good that he even talked to the nurses today—some of them had not heard him talk since we checked in a month ago—at one point he told Dr. L “ I not sick, I feel better.” He is still getting TPN but he is also eating as well—he looks like he has gained some weight ☺ We will start the next round of chemo tomorrow (Tuesday, May 1st). He is going into this round of chemo stronger than last time so our hope is that it will be easier on him with less side effects-

Friday, April 27, 2007

Grier felt the same today-- we are still waiting to hear why he is getting sick. My mom ended up leaving early this morning because she did not feel well-- and Jeff spent the afternoon with Grier while I went to ETES extravaganza-- It was fun!! Hayes and Grace really had a good time and it felt good to be outside doing normal activites-- Jeff is staying with Grier in the hospital tonight and I am with Hayes and Grace at home-

We went to the dinner tonight and the waiter told us that our check had been paid for by another party in the restuarant-- So, thanks to whomever did that for us!!-- We are overwhelmed by the support we are getting from everyone--Whew-- it makes me speechless-- and that does not happen much!!

I am going to post some pictures of a few things that people have given us in honor of Grier-- GOTR did a plant at ETES and CC Knights baseball team took a picture with everyone wearing Go Grier Go bracelets--

Thursday, April 26, 2007

We are Back!!!

Just a quick update—
We have had an unusual week—Monday we spent half the day at the clinic—that is the last time I updated this blog!! And here is what has happened since… Tuesday was a good NORMAL day for us—Grier and I went to get new crocs for him—and then came home picked up Hayes and Grace at Elizabeth and went to soccer practice--- and we ended the day watching Hayes and Steel Fab play baseball--- then in the middle of the night (why do kids seem to get sick then??) He started throwing up—we went back to the clinic on Wednesday and got fluids and zofran—They thought he had a virus. After spending 4 hours we went home and Grier slept—until he started getting sick again—we went back to the clinic today (Thursday) and they did more fluids and zofran and admitted us!! So we are in CMC again getting TPN (nutrition in a bag) through his port. He has lost a lot of weight—he weighs 23 lbs vs. the 30 he weighed a month ago-- We may be here until we end chemo sometime next week—but do not quote me on that since things seem to change- We are not in the same room as last time… we are now on the oncology pod-

Monday, April 23, 2007

Busy Weekend and a Good check-up!

We had a busy weekend -- lots of time in the stoller for Grier!! I heard there were a lot of " Christenbury sightings!" I will admit we were outside as much as possible!! I was walking between two fields most of the weekend with an occasional request to see the ducks!

Grier is sleeping much better at home and has some of his appetite back- I think it is a little harder to be at home-- I have not figured out a new routine yet-- and I love a routine that works! Hayes and Grace are hanging in there-- they have been busy with sports and school-- Grace has a choir musical on Wednesday--

We went to the doctor this morning and they did blood work etc. The good news is his counts are up-- almost 7000 for wbc
and his ANC counts are around 3300!! He also did not need to have any transfusions-- We will not go back to the Dr. until the 30th and they will check to make sure we are OK to start chemo that day-

It looks like Monday, April 30th we will be back at CMC to begin round two-- that is at least 10 nights of good sleep before then!!

Thanks for all the prayers-- it is nice to see those wrist bands on everyone!! Go Grier Go!

Friday, April 20, 2007

We are Home!

We were discharged today around 5:00pm-- about the same time as last week!! But time we have not had fever for several days AND he was talking a little today as well as smiling at visitors as long as they did something funny-- like Go Bananas!!

Dr. L said we could go because he has started to eat--- well-- he had a whole KK doughnut this am and then ate icing from a cookie this afternoon!!! At this point we will take what ever he eats--

Thanks for all the company today in 7914-- it made the day go by fast--

I will try to update the blog daily while at home-- We are scheduled to start the next round the 25th but it may be pushed back a few days so he can gain some strength ( as well as Mom and Dad)--

That is it for now-- Thanks again for EVERYTHING!! Go Grier Go!!!

Thursday, April 19, 2007

A little Blog while watching Grey's Anatomy

Thursday Night --

Grier’s counts were up today--.9!! Tomorrow I bet we will be in the 1000’s!!
I went home for a little bit and tried to sleep-- it worked for a little while but I had that weird groggy feeling after I woke up!! Grier has not had anything to drink or eat today—I am crossing my fingers that tomorrow he will try-

Exciting news—a friends Brother in law has help set a webpage for Grier--- go to www.gogriergo.com--- it is still a work in progress!! Thanks Mike!!

I am so overwhelmed from the stories I am heard from people that want to help—especially the kids—They have come up with great ideas—I heard about the kids from Rock Hill doing a cheer around their neighborhood for Grier--- and Henry’s ideas for dress down day—it all means a lot—thanks- It is a helpless feeling but prayers for our Dr. to make good decision are all we need right now-

Wednesday Update ( and a hint of Thursday)

OK- here is the update for Wednesday, Grier’s counts are up to .4—he received platelets late in the afternoon. We had a visit from Mrs. Leary again and she brought a book made by his preschool class – it was the cutest poem with pictures of everyone. We have looked at it a lot—and if you came to visit yesterday I probably showed it to you!
He is not talking and not eating—we have taken a vote and we think he looks like Brittney Spears-- And yes we watched Idol—Grace is glad Sanjaya is gone-

Today we got news that his counts are .9—so we are going in the right direction—but it is not the counts keeping us in here—he needs to drink—so when we go home again I can give meds and he can stay hydrated—

That is it for today—I did hear Drew is going home—that is great—Hopefully we will too soon!!

Thanks again for all the notes, blogs, and visits, and everything else ya'll are bringing-- :)

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Off to Bed early!

Grier’s counts stayed the same today—I am just glad they did not go down- He ate 3 bites of a KK doughnut— still not drinking-

That is it for today— I am going to bed—we have a new sign on the door—telling the NA’s not to do vitals until 7am—we need some sleep in 7914—

Monday, April 16, 2007

A bad buzz!

Well we had some good results today-- they think the fever was caused by a urinary tract infection. So, the antibiotics that he is taking by IV should clear that up. His counts went from .1 to.2 today-- I was getting excited that they are starting to go up but I was reminded that it is a tiny difference--maybe just one extra cell that passed by at the time of testing-- If it continues to go up tomorrow than it will mean more. He still will not eat or drink-- we are trying everything-

Ross and I gave him a buzz-- we had to because the hair loss was driving him crazy-- it was all over his pillow and silkie- hence getting stuck on his face and he did not like that- Let me just say I will not offer my hair cutting service to anyone-- I will leave that to my friends at T.Reid!!

We are waiting for a few things to happen so we can try to leave again-- no fever, eating or drinking something, and in general feeling better-- My mom and I are getting better at the nights each day and being the advocate Grier needs right now-

Thanks for all the prayers- and well wishes--

ps .. pat- thanks for my treat today!! :)

Sunday, April 15, 2007

Sunday Night-

This is a short blog for tonight—Grier is the same as yesterday. Jeff stayed at CMC for most of today and I spent time with Hayes and Grace—they beat me at horse (basketball game) a few times!! We went to lunch and did some homework and made sure book bags were ready for Monday morning-

I know folks want a “Go Grier Go” bracelet—if you want one please email Jeanna at jeannas@carolina.rr.com and she knows how to get them --Pat has some too—So, if you are around Covenant she would be the one to ask- Our oncologist has a bracelet and he wears it everyday—and he tells Grier he is part of his team… and says “Grier I know you have a big team out there!”

Thanks to everyone – I know I keep saying it but I am afraid I am going to miss someone- Thanks to everyone at Covenant, First Presbyterian Weekday School, ETES, Black Forest, Alphabet Soup, Jameston Dr. folks, Dilworth Little League, the Bad Bees soccer team, my mother’s offices, SimplexGrinnell, CMC, our pediatricians, our friends, everyone reading this BLOG and of course family you have given us a lot of strength knowing that so many people are praying for Grier to get better. I am sure I have forgotten someone, but just remember I am a little sleep deprived!

ps The chick-fil-a cow that he received yesterday is a hit with the folks visiting and nurses!-- everyone has something to say about him! We look forward to visiting chick-fil-a soon when he feels better!!

Saturday, April 14, 2007

A very tough day!

Today was a tough day for Grier—they think he has mouth sores and is in a lot of pain so he has not eaten or had anything to drink for two days- He is not talking and looks like he feels bad—he had a reaction to an antibiotic and his hair is coming out—So with that said it was not the best of days- I was reminded by someone that being 2 is hard enough and adding cancer to that is even harder!

I was able to see Grace and the bad bees play soccer which made my day!! Jeff and the kids hung out and had movie night—And a friend showed up with a veggie sandwich from McAlister’s for dinner—along with a bag of “go grier go” bracelets— We did have a few nice visits from family and friends (and a few nurses who hung out in our room) today—it does seem to make the time pass quickly--

I am really trying to find something great to say about today but right now I can not think of anything except I am glad I am CMC today instead of my house, so they can care for him the best they know how-
Thanks to everyone praying for Grier-- we are lucky to have a great support group-

Friday, April 13, 2007

Spoke to soon—We are back @ CMC after being home for 1 hour!

Well- today started with a platelet transfusion— Grier did not feel like eating today and was the quietest he has been since we got here—I did not think he felt well at all! Around 3pm the Doctor came in to talk about discharging us- Everything was set in motion and we were in our car around 5:15- We were at home for about an hour and Grier started crying a little- he was very hot so we took his temp—and he had a fever—I called the number I am suppose to call and they said to bring him up to the Tower to let them look at him—We arrived back at CMC around 7 and they said with a fever we should expect a stay of 3 days- So—we are back in our old room – Needless to say I was very excited to be home for an hour and then the bubble popped for all of us-
Did anyone else notice today is Friday the 13th?

Thursday April 12th--

Thursday started early with a visit from Dr. Jaime and Herb—Grier had not slept well the night before so he was still sleeping and I was right there beside him! After 9 it really picks up in the room—lots of people that need to check him start coming in one after the other—and trust me there are so many different nurses, docs, social workers etc. The PT came back to make him get up again—and that went as expected. He was mad -- She seems to think when we get home he will get out the “sick role”—and then start trying new things like walking again-

Friends came for lunch Thursday—we all dined in the cafeteria—it was fun—they brought the bracelets that they ordered and left some with me and then delivered to Pat, and others—They came up with a great idea—Thanks for doing that- Lots of people are already wearing them—The Jesus doll has one on too! Grier gave some to his doctors and nurses—he tells them it says “Go “Geer” Go!

Grier got a fever late in the afternoon just about the time the oncologist came in and was talking about going home on Friday—so we need to stay fever free to go home-- He also said we might have to get a blood transfusion and platelets before we leave- I am starting to think it may not be Friday—

Jeff came up around 6:30 and stayed with Grier and my mom and I got to go watch Steel Fab-“ulous” play baseball—it was a great game and they WON!!! The kids wrote Go Grier Go inside their hats—They had a picture of a hat and I brought it to Grier after the game-

Thursday night was another rough night—Grier seems to be in pain again—so he wakes up a lot—I have begun to dread the nights—mainly because of the night nurses—there is at least one I like but the rest make the nights rough—I look forward to 7am every morning!

Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Nurse Training and a Birthday Party!

What a busy day for us—we had some fun visitors and we had some folks that are teaching me how to care for Grier when we go home- Those lessons are exhausting—I am ready to go home but it seems a lot easier to push the call button if I need something-

His counts are low—white blood cell count is almost zero—so we are washing hands like crazy to prevent any infection- we did not leave the room because of the mask issue and that is fine—we have a mini-playroom in here—and I do not have to worry so much about germs-

Today was Jeff’s birthday—we had a little party in the room—Grier was very excited to give his Dad crocs like his—Grier has not taken off his crocs in 3 days—he is even sleeping in them! He ate lots of birthday cake and had some ice cream too-

Dr. L is trying to get us home by Friday—I started sending things home so I hope this happens- It will be nice to be back in our house- I can’t wait to see Steel Fab play a game as well as the Bad Bees—I may have to stand far away with Grier but at least I can see the game—

Thanks everyone--

Go Grier Go!

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Tuesday-

Dr. L said everything still looked good- and we just needed PT to look at him so we can get him mobile- PT came in around 11:00 and worked with him a few minutes—I will continue to encourage him to stand up so he can regain his strength. She did not think he needed therapy- Watching him try to walk reminded me of his first steps almost 2 years ago-

We had some fun visitors today—and Grier finally started talking to our nurse, Jamie- She has been with us a lot since the beginning. Pat brought him a water gun and he loved shooting people with water today—As soon as Hayes and Grace came in they were squirted with water!

His IV pump beeped almost all day- so we would have to call the nurse and tell them we were “beeping” and they would come in to reset it- By the end of the day, Grier pushed the nurse call button all by himself and would say” I’m beeping”- They finally decided the machine was not working and replaced it-

Thanks for your continued prayers—we are getting closer to going home- Jeff and I are very thankful for everything--- I can not say that enough- We are very grateful to our friends, family and staff at CMC for the encouragement you are giving our family.

Monday, April 9, 2007

Day 14 @ CMC!

It was a low-key Monday for all of us—Grier’s counts are good according to the Dr. and it looks like chemo is breaking down the neuroblastoma cells-- the side effects of the chemo come and go. He is eating—not too many “grow foods” as Mrs. Graybeal would say but “ skittles are green!” He surprised everyone and ate broccoli for dinner and some of Grace’s chicken- We can not get him to stand or walk yet- We were going to go on a wagon ride today and make a visit to the play room but he has to wear a mask to leave the room now and we could not talk him into putting a mask on—So, we stayed in our room! We tried every trick to get that mask on his face but he just would not try it—at one point during the day everyone (including stuffed animals) in the room had a mask except for Grier and Elmo (Grier said Elmo can not wear a mask because he did not have ears!!)

We are close to being discharged- the Dr. needs him to do a few more things so we are comfortable with him at home-

School starts tomorrow ☺-- I would love to be back in the ETES carpool line by Friday!!!

Easter Sunday and a SLUMBER party--

Easter was a little (actually A LOT!) different this year. We spent it as a family here at CMC—Ms. Pat came and brought a little Easter to us from Covenant—Covenant is very lucky to have her- She told us about the service, brought flowers to the nurses that were in the temple and said she saw some Go Grier Go T-‘s on the first floor!!

We went for a walk on the greenway with Grier—it was a little chilly but he enjoyed himself and Hayes and Grace had fun too—Hayes went fishing again at Charlotte Christian with Bill—he is trying to catch a big fish that broke his line earlier this week! Grace stayed busy too and had some time with Jeff at home- Grier and I hung out and watched Happy Feet and Cars-

Grier is feeling?? -- He is very cranky at times—having tantrums like I have never seen before! He has a rash that is making him itch so he is uncomfortable. He did eat some chicken soup, mashed potatoes, and green beans- and a bagel (by request!) He is off all monitors and only has one IV – we are making progress-

We had some visitors and then a friend drove me home to take a shower!!

Hayes and Grace wanted to sleepover at CMC so we had a sleepover in room 7914!!

Visitors are still OK—but if you are sick at all or have been around anyone who has been sick just call instead—his counts are getting low- Thanks to all—I am reading the blog—it is easier to read than email!

Saturday, April 7, 2007

Saturday

Today was a good day- I was a little worried because it started a little rough but it turned out to be a nice day for all of us-

Hayes, Grace and Jeff went to church for the Children’s Easter celebration and then came up here after lunch. Grace and Hayes had lots to say about church—I heard Ms. Pat was carrying a lamb in the sanctuary! I actually got a picture from Troy and Grier was able to see-

Grace and I went home for a while—and Hayes stayed with Jeff and Maggie. Grier had been quiet all day and still had no appetite but somehow Hayes had him playing ball! Hayes also got him to eat a little and drink something.

We had a nice family dinner away from this room—we walked downstairs and Grier rode in the wagon for the first time- I got the OK today to take a walk outside—so if it warms up you may see me on the greenway pulling Grier’s wagon—

I cannot believe how long we have been here—it is like time has stood still for us –

Thanks for all the prayers and words of encouragement- Please continue to pray that the discomfort Grier is having will go away-

Happy Easter everyone-
Amy and family

Friday, April 6, 2007

Good Friday @ CMC

Today started early this morning around 3:30am with a question from Grier…. He said- “Mom..Mom” what is that noise? I said “that’s Maggie (Janet to most of you)” and then he said what is Maggie doing? I said, “ snoring!” He went back to sleep after that—☺

About an hour later the continuous diaper changing started—it was non-stop all day with an occasional bed linen change as well-- He also had some nausea but both of these are side effects of the chemo.

He had a few visitors but was not talkative at all today- except when Susan (recovery room nurse) and Mrs. Harden were here—I heard he played with Lightning McQueen again. I went downstairs for lunch and missed him in a good mood!

Hayes and Grace were busy with Ross and Bill- Tomorrow they are looking forward to the Children’s Easter service at Covenant- I hope the weather is warm enough for Pat’s butterfly release!!

We will finish the chemo on Saturday morning at 10:30.

That is all I have for today. I am really tired and need to go to sleep. Grier is sleeping so peacefully right now—I hope no one comes in to check anything right now—He is really tired of being poked!

So… Go Grier Go… Expect Miracles… Miracles Can Happen!

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Thursday-- ups and downs

Today started really well. Grier was very talkative and playing with lots of different toys. His favorite was a remote control Lightning McQueen—he made it run on his hospital bed. That toy brought a lot a joy to him today. He talked on the phone to Jeff while he was at work and he talked to Anne in Atlanta! He told Anne he was in the hospital—like she did not know since she was here for 7 days!! Both could not believe the change in his behavior- He had some visitors today and they got to see the “real Grier” – everyone in the room was smiling.

We sent G-Dad (Jeff’s Dad) on a lot of trips down stairs because Grier would ask for something to eat and then change his mind when he saw it-- He did not feel like eating at all today—This afternoon he spent most of it sleeping and if he was not sleeping he was blocking his mouth with his silkie so I did not give him some medicine-- Needless to say he was/is not in the same mood as he was earlier today.

The doctor came in and said all of his counts look good- He asked if he had gotten sick yet and I said “No” and he asked a few other questions—and with each answer Dr. L always looks up as if he is thanking God--- I think our Dr. knows he can not do this alone-

Friday we will end the last of the 72 hour chemo and then we will see if we can get some PT for Grier. Hopefully next week we will go home--

I have heard over and over from folks about the wonderful support we are getting from Covenant, Grier’s preschool, family and friends—Thanks to everyone here in Charlotte and away !! We could not do this without that support-

ps I am going to try to post a picture I got from a friend .. It is of her twin boys wearing shirts that say GO Grier GO!!

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

Have a Pleasant Wednesday....

Grier started chemo today around 10:30 am. All went well today. He was alert for the whole day with brief periods of talking and playing and eating! He started the day asking for breakfast from Chick-fil-A!! He took a few bites and drank some OJ- the rest of the day seemed to be a taste test—he would ask for things and take a bite and look for something else to taste. He played with bubbles and stuffed animals and watched movies—GREASE was the latest addition! No, that is not a typo… he likes that movie! He also received a chemo duck and that was a big hit- with he and Grace. It has a port in it and we played doctor with it for a while. Hopefully we will be able to get him out of bed tomorrow—maybe we will go for a wagon ride--

Most people have not heard him talk—especially if you are wearing scrubs!!! He is ignoring everyone that comes in our room with scrubs on !

Hayes and Grace have been busy. I cannot keep up with their schedules- they came here tonight for dinner and we all ate with Grier in the room. Grace was curled up beside him in the bed. She enjoyed that since Grier asked her to hold her hand and I loved it because I had a chance to shower! They are off to the zoo tomorrow with their Uncle and cousin-

Jeff brought up lots of cards that were at our house and we read those after dinner- Thanks to everyone for everything-- Jeff and I can not say that enough—

Time has flown by and we are all confused about what day it is. Anne pointed out that the mats in the elevators say … Have a pleasant (day of the week)! So today, I know it is Wednesday thanks to those mats!!

Tuesday, April 3, 2007

Last Tuesday.. This Monday.. Same Information

Tuesday, April 2nd from Amy @ CMC

We met with the doctor last night and he confirmed the diagnoses of stage 4 neuroblastoma. This is what they told us last Tuesday but they wanted to run tests to be absolutely sure. We will start an aggressive treatment today ( Tuesday) unless blood counts are not good enough. We have decided to stay in Charlotte since the protocol is the same for the first part of this treatment and we have support here. Each treatment will be 3 days and then off 5-6 weeks-- He assures us that the pain he is in will get better with with chemo and we will see the old Grier peek through this week or next. Please continue to pray for G and his brother and sister as they adjust to this new situation.

Hayes and Grace will come today and learn in terms they can understand about treatment for Grier. We will meet with the child life team here as well as a person from the oncologist office-- That may be the 2nd hardest day--

Grier is in a better mood today-- he had a blood transfusion yesterday and he is not so sleepy. He is playing with a matchbox carwash/garage right now in his bed while watching Maisy and Wonder Pets-- and ate red jello with a spoon!

Thanks to everyone for EVERYTHING!!! We feel your love and support up here on the 7th floor tower!!

On a funny note-- Nibal brought the Jesus doll that Pat shares with kids when they are in need up here yesterday-- She put it on my feet while I was holding Grier... our nurse came in and was doing blood work and kept looking over at Jesus and said "wait until I tell my wife who was watching me today!" He was sitting on Anne's shoulder last night holding a palm-- so he is in the room bringing comfort to all-

So, the race begins today.. GO GRIER GO!!

Monday, April 2, 2007

Palm Sunday at CMC

Grier's procedure started around 10:00am--they put in a Hickman Port, and did bone marrow biopsies from both hips. He did well throughout the procedure and was back in recovery within two hours. This was our fourth time under anesthesia in five days--our Grier is truly a champ. We were greeted in recovery by our very favorite recovery nurse--Susan Natale--who had once again gone the extra mile and come in early to care for Grier. In recovery, Grier was able to rest peacefully for several hours. Sweet Susan allowed us to stay throughout this most peaceful, three hour rest. In addition to a peaceful sleep, Grier was able to keep his oxygen saturation levels stable--unassisted. Susan helped us transport Grier back to his room, and upon glancing up at the television and seeing the Wonderpets--he smiled. An orange Freezerpop proved to be the highlight of the day--the first food/beverage intake in seven days. Amy was able to get home for a quick shower--yeah, Amy! When she left, Grier was alert and playing games with Jeff. He seems to be resting more comfortably in the last 24 hours--hallelujah! We continue to wait for a definite diagnosis, so we can begin treatment as soon as possible. Hayes and Grace have been busy with baseball, soccer, Easter activities with Leah and David, sleepovers with Maggie, as well as an exciting visit from their great aunt Linda, from Florida. Go Gators! They are also looking forward to a fishing trip next week with Jeff's parents--Mimi and G-dad.
I know I sound like a broken record, but your notes, blogs, visits, goodies, support, and prayers mean the world to our family. We truly can't thank you all enough. All your efforts allow us to focus on the important things--which have become oh so abdundantly clear. Many, many thanks!

How did We get Here?

Everyone keeps asking about how we ended up at CMC on Monday morning, March 26th, so we thought it might be nice to share some background information with you all.

The end of February Grier had been complaining of a stomachache—at that time there were no other symptoms. About a week later, he had a stomach bug that we thought explained the stomachache. Grier went to the doctor because he still had stomach pain and a little bit of a headache. We were concerned because he had experienced 3 bouts of strep since October. He tested negative for strep. He still continued to complain of a stomachache, but he was able to do his normal daily activities. The last Wednesday in February, we returned to the pediatrician and it was believed to be constipation causing the stomach pain.

Friday, March 2nd at 11:20pm, after talking to the Doctor, they suggested that we go to the ER to check into what might be causing the stomach pain. The ER did x-rays and a barium enema x-ray, and everything looked normal. At the request of our pediatrician, we made an appointment with a pediatric GI. The following Friday/early Saturday (approximately 1:20am) we went back to the ER concerned about the same stomach pain, accompanied by back pain. They ran blood and urine tests, and the doctor said everything looked fine. He stated that he wasn’t sure where the pain was coming from, so we should follow up with our pediatrician.

The following Thursday, we thought that Grier was experiencing another stomach bug, as we had been surrounded by unhealthy people in the waiting room. Then, Grier’s complaints seemed to subside somewhat and it appeared that he had returned to his active self until that Monday night when his neck seemed stiff. Tuesday he seemed to have a stiff neck all day and by that night it appeared better, so we believed it to be stiff from sleeping on it wrong. Throughout this timeline, he was still playing and racing with his friends at preschool. On Thursday, he ran errands with me and seemed fine.

Friday morning, Grier complained again of neck pain, but seemed to have better range of motion from the prior complaint. Saturday morning, we went back to the pediatrician to check into the neck pain. More tests were completed and it was believed to be muscle spasms. Early Sunday morning, we noticed Grier limping somewhat, favoring his right leg and he continued his low-grade fever. Later that evening, he spiked a fever and we again called the doctor to make an appointment for Monday, in order to check into the limp, fever, and on-going neck pain. Our pediatrician decided that we should have tests done to examine all the symptoms together, so we were admitted to Carolina’s Medical Center Monday, March 26th.

GO STEEL FAB!

GO STEEL FAB!

Go Grier Go Magnets are Here!

Go Grier Go Magnets are Here!

Grier's address in NYC

Grier Christenbury
Ronald McDonald House of New York

405 East 73rd Street

New York, NY 10021

Before 3F8

Before 3F8

After 3F8

After 3F8
30 minutes later

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Grier leaving NY-pres and going back to MSKCC

Grier leaving NY-pres and going back to MSKCC
www.cornellpediatrics.org-- Great hospital!

Grier going for a ride in the ambulance across the street

Grier going for a ride in the ambulance across the street
just transporting-- not an emergency!

Grier patiently waiting surgery to remove tumor

Grier patiently waiting surgery to remove tumor
Monday 10/29/07

Go Grier Go Picnic in the Park

Go Grier Go Picnic in the Park
Thanks to everyone that helped!!!

On the way to NYC!

On the way to NYC!

Grier at the "new" clinic at CMC

Grier at the "new" clinic at CMC
Playing with the doctors and nurses 10/19/07

Some of our team at the Hopebuilders 5k

Some of our team at the Hopebuilders 5k

HOPE IS GOOD!!

HOPE IS GOOD!!

Supersib- GRACE

Supersib- GRACE

SuperSib-- HAYES

Grier and his Wonder Pets fly boat cake!

Grier and his Wonder Pets fly boat cake!
I am 3!

Grier & Grace at Covenant

Grier & Grace at Covenant

Grier & Pat

Grier & Pat

Go Grier Go!

Go Grier Go!




Jack and Charlie wearing Go Grier Go T's

Jack and Charlie wearing Go Grier Go T's