June 29

Just a quick update. Claire is tolerating the adjusted chemo much better than round #1. We are entering week 3 of the 2nd cycle and are feeling positive about the new protocol. Claire's spirit and fight are evident every day and we feel blessed to have her with us.

We still have long battle ahead and appreciate all your thoughts and prayers. Claire is beating the statistics and the love and support she has received is a contributing factor.

Thanks is never enough.

June 14th

Claire's last MRI showed no change which was good news. She was admitted to Sutter Memorial on Tuesday to begin her 2nd round of maintenance chemo. The chemo protocol has been adjusted with the goal of improving Claire's ability to tolerate the treatment. She has been through so much and her body is fragile. It was difficult to see her head back for treatment as she had been doing well recently. We dont know how she will react but hope for the best.

I know I need not ask, but keep her near the top of your prayer's and continue to believe in Claire. If anyone can beat the odd's it has to be our Claire.

June 3rd

Hello to all.

As most of you are aware we had recently come to a point where Shannon and I began researching treatment options for Claire. She did not tolerate the 1st round of maintenance chemo well. We spoke with UCSF, St. Jude, and our team at Sutter. There were different opinions and at a point we were leaning toward a 2nd brain surgery. In the midst of this research, Claire got an infection and was hospitalized for 9 days. She has returned home and is feeling and looking better. She will need some recovery time at home before beginning any treatment. At this time we are most likely going to attempt an adjusted maintenance chemo protocol. Claire underwent a brain/spinal MRI on Friday and we will have prelimenary results on Monday. The MRI will determine whether we have the option to continue chemo. If any growth or new disease is visible the options become limited.

Keep Claire in your thoughts and prayers. We hope for positive news regarding her scans. Claire is an amazing spirit and has beat all odds to date. WE BELIEVE she will continue beating this disease.

Thanks