Claire underwent a 3.5 hour surgery on Thursday. The surgery was a success in regards to removing the entire "questionable" area on the MRI scans. Claire experienced no complications and is recovering remarkably well.
In meeting with the neuro-surgeon after surgery the news was not what we were hoping for. The 'questionable" area was tumor and is believed to be a reccurance of the original diagnosis (SPNET).
We will be meeting soon with the Sutter team to discuss options as well as inquiring with our other medical contacts (UCSF, St. Jude and Oakland Children's).
Thanks for the thoughts, prayers, and support.
posted by Miller Family @ 3:15 PM
25 Comments:
Everyone who knows Claire and your family is part of the Hope For Claire's Recovery Search and Rescue Team. Along with your love and sacrifice, the dedicated work of the good doctors & nurses, and the courageous Claire, the news you share today is a reminder to all of us that we have important work left to reach our goal, and we must not let discouragement impede our progress.
As sure as Christmas is in our hearts, so too is Claire. She is like the tiny angel atop the tree whose presence reminds us all that the spirit of Christmas is not something we buy, but rather something we give one another: love, friendship, and hope.
Claire is our HERO...Now our prayers are on an even higher level. We continue to believe... The Warlicks
God bless you all. Our prayers are with you. Your courage and strength have touched many people throughout the community. Your young daughter continues to make a difference and to be a positive influence to all who meet her.
Sending our continued prayers and love your way. Claire just continues to amaze us all each and every day. We pray this Christmas will be a magical time for each of you.
Love, Billy, Tracy, Kelsey & Wyatt
As Peggy & Al so beautifully stated... Claire is like an angel that tops the tree. I think its time for me to change the star that currently resides there. Claire has taught so many the true meaning of Christmas. We continue to pray and send our love.
We love you,
The Brushes
We all knew Claire would recover fast...she is amazing and surprises us with her strength time and time again....glad to hear she is doing well, and every step makes her closer to beating this thing.
~Nona
Sweet Claire is the angel on everyone's tree; she is all that personifies good, positive, joy, hope and light for all of us.
My continued love and prayers.
Peggie
Claire is constantly in our thoughts and prayers. With God all things are possible. May this Holiday season be a time to reflect on family love, laughter and loyalty.
Blessings,
Elaine & Mark
This will be the season of miracles for Claire! God Bless you all!
Happy Birthday Ward-o!!
just wanted you to know we're thinking about you and praying you get to spend the day with Claire safe at home.
We Love You!!
Prisco, Rick, Lauren & Caroline
Thursday, Decemer 5th
Hi Claire!
What a wonderful surprise to see you at Baskin Robbins today. You looked beautiful in your party dress. I'm sure your Grandma had a tough time keeping up with you - you were such a bundle of smiling energy! Your mom is going to love all of the balloons that you were holding. Please tell her "Happy Birthday!" for me.
Diane Bosley
Wow, Claire was at Baskins Robbins! Way to go, what a recovery - this goes down in the Guiness Book of Records. Hope you had your favorite flavor - mine is kind of boring vanilla - but I bet yours is more exotic to match your personality, like bubble gum or rainbow gummy bear surprise.
Anyway, happy birthday to your mom. Getting ice cream with you was definitely one of her very BEST presents.
Love,
Lindi, Em and Dorian
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Dear Shannon. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU. Hope you have a wonderful day. Hugs to you. Love Forrie and Joy. p.s. Claire should have her pic on the wheaties box. She is a TRUE-Champion. Shannon you a absolutely Mother of the century.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU SHANNON! We are so glad that your family was able to celebrate and make such a special day for you. You are such a wonderful Mommy. Love, hugs, and kisses!
The Brumm's
Well...Happy Birthday Shannon. We continue tp pray to God to bless you all and pray for a miracle for Claire....all of our love a prayers...Aunt Ginny and Uncle Larry
Claire..you are an amazing child! It is so great to hear you are home spending time with Ryan, Reese, your dad, and especially your mom on her birthday. Keep smiling kid-o! We are all in awe of your bright spirit. All of our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Love to all of you and happy birthday Shannon.
Yea Claire!
You are amazing. Happy Birthday Shannon. God Bless you all. Love Mrs. D. and everyone at CPP
Sweet Claire-bear, keep up the hard work. Your are amazing! I love seeing you and Reese! You two make my day. I love hearing your stories Claire! Lots of love,
Ms.Shasta
Happy Birthday Shannon....God bless you this year with hope and Claire with renewed health. May your whole family rejoice in all the blessings that Christmas brings. The message in our church play this year was BELIEVE...in God and his amazing power to heal spirit and body. May He touch all of your spirits with hope and peace and Claire's body and make her well.
You all are a reminder to me of how precious life, love and family are...I BELIEVE.
Just to let you know we are thinking of you and know the time of consultations and decisions couldn't be any more difficult. Just know that we think you are an amazing family. Ron and Sue (in Salem)
Folks,
Know that our prayers are with you. We ask God to guide you in the best and sensible treatment for Claire. Again I suggest that at some point in the future you consider writing a book to guide and help other parents. God Bless Claire and your whole family.
My prayers are with you, Claire, and with Chris and Shannon and the rest of your great family!
Love.
Lindsay
Dear Claire,
I have been following your progress thru this ordeal. I want you and your wonderful family to know I pray constantly for your health. Walking thru the halls here at the clinic I see your photos on the walls. They make me smile. Tell your mom, dad, brother and sis I wish you a safe and healthy holiday. I'm here for you.
Dr. K
Dear Claire...We are very proud of you and how beautiful you are...we pray for you strength and courage with all of this...keep the fight going...We Love you...Aunt Ginny and Uncle Larry
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love all of you and your courage has made such an impact on your family and friends. Please never lose faith or strength, no matter how difficult the path. We really are a village and every one of us is walking right beside you on that long and winding road.
Claire is a magical bright light in this troubled world.
Love,
Lindi, Emilie and Dorian
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