My 3 year old has cancer, and what I'm going to do about it

[Big Jim]

This is a heartbreaking story. I really hope that your son gets through this, and hopefully you can make every day for him as joyful and fun as possible just in case the worst happens. All my best wishes to you and your son.

Thanks Tundragumski. Hopefully all will be ok. It's amazing the affects a bone marrow transplant can have in treating such cancers. I've heard from a lot of people on the forums, and some have gone through silmiar treatments themselves with good results. So, we're obviously hoping it'll be a cure for WIlliam.

But I just feel so useless when sitting next to him in the hospital, and hence why I so want to do my bit to help find a cure.

thanks for the best wishes.

 

[007fair]

you have a small donation and a large dose of hope, thoughts, wishes, prayers etc from me.
My son is 12 and I cannot bring myself to even begin to think about what it would be like .. lordy, I'm crying ...

 

[Big Jim]

you have a small donation and a large dose of hope, thoughts, wishes, prayers etc from me.
My son is 12 and I cannot bring myself to even begin to think about what it would be like .. lordy, I'm crying ...

Thanks 007fair. To be honest this is why i want to do this ride to ensure other children, teenagers and adults alike don't go through this. I have seen some really horrible things, and really feel determined to do something to help find a cure. Researchers are getting closer all the time, and money is the way we can help.

I asked our Oncology Consultant at the hospital how can I make a difference, and support for this charity was basically the answer.

Good on you for making a donation and good luck to you and your 12 year old (+ family).

 

[growingvegetables]

All good wishes for your wee man. Aye, and for you and his mum too - an important time to be strong together.

 

[Big Jim]

All good wishes for your wee man. Aye, and for you and his mum too - an important time to be strong together.

Thanks growingvegetables. Wise words. I feel more determined than ever to beat this horrible disease. The big C is a battle for sure.

 

[Cubist]

My most heartfelt good wishes to you and William.

 

[Big Jim]

My most heartfelt good wishes to you and William.

Thanks Cubist.

 

[pubrunner]

Really. ohh. It works when I click on it. I wonder why.

try cutting and pasting it in. http://www.justgiving.com/williamlyne

thanks for letting me know there's a problem though.

I've sorted it now; there was a problem with the particular computer that I was using.

 

[pubrunner]

Thanks Tundragumski. Hopefully all will be ok. It's amazing the affects a bone marrow transplant can have in treating such cancers. I've heard from a lot of people on the forums, and some have gone through silmiar treatments themselves with good results. So, we're obviously hoping it'll be a cure for WIlliam.

Fingers crossed for a positive outcome !!!

But I just feel so useless when sitting next to him in the hospital, and hence why I so want to do my bit to help find a cure.

. . . . . . . and you're doing a great job !!!

Here's hoping that you raise shedloads of money !!!

 

[Big Jim]

Fingers crossed for a positive outcome !!!



. . . . . . . and you're doing a great job !!!

Here's hoping that you raise shedloads of money !!!

Thanks Pubrunner. Your support is so generous and deeply appreciated.

all the best, and thanks again.

 

[smokeysmoo]

Hey Big Jim, I'm sorry to hear about your lads troubles.

I've recently been closely involved with a colleague who's Niece was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma last year when she was just four. After exhausting all treatment options in the UK she needed specialist treatment in the USA and was fortunate to get funding via the Neuroblastoma Alliance, (although the family had to repay the money via fundraising events).

While her cancer was particularly aggressive she never gave up fighting, and possibly as important, she never stopped smiling. Anyway, she's now back from the US and her specialist is very positive for her future.

The point I'm trying to make is that there is always hope, and you have my very sincere best wishes for the same outcome for your little fella.

I don't know your religious beliefs, (and I'm not asking), but I will add your Son to my own prayers.

Take care and God bless

 

[phil_hg_uk]

Sorry to hear about your lad Big Jim I have dug out a load of sim cards and texted you all the credit.

 

[Big Jim]

Hey Big Jim, I'm sorry to hear about your lads troubles.

I've recently been closely involved with a colleague who's Niece was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma last year when she was just four. After exhausting all treatment options in the UK she needed specialist treatment in the USA and was fortunate to get funding via the Neuroblastoma Alliance, (although the family had to repay the money via fundraising events).

While her cancer was particularly aggressive she never gave up fighting, and possibly as important, she never stopped smiling. Anyway, she's now back from the US and her specialist is very positive for her future.

The point I'm trying to make is that there is always hope, and you have my very sincere best wishes for the same outcome for your little fella.

I don't know your religious beliefs, (and I'm not asking), but I will add your Son to my own prayers.

Take care and God bless

Neuroblastoma - That is a nasty disease and is one I have seen many times in children in the Marsden.

I could talk about a young boy who was told that there was nothing else they could do, but they tried a long shot trial drug and it worked.

You are definately right. Never give up, and never give up the fight.

thanks for the best wishes and prayers.

 

[Brandane]

Apart from fundraising, there is another useful way that anyone can get involved to help. There is an international register of people willing to be bone marrow donors, if they are found to be a match for someone in need of a bone marrow transplant. Further information available here. All it takes is a small blood sample to join the register.

I joined about 20 years ago but so far have not been called upon. A whole shift of guys and girls I worked with at the time did likewise, and as far as I know, at least one person has donated bone marrow to hopefully save someone elses life.

 

[Big Jim]

Hey Big Jim, I'm sorry to hear about your lads troubles.

I've recently been closely involved with a colleague who's Niece was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma last year when she was just four. After exhausting all treatment options in the UK she needed specialist treatment in the USA and was fortunate to get funding via the Neuroblastoma Alliance, (although the family had to repay the money via fundraising events).

While her cancer was particularly aggressive she never gave up fighting, and possibly as important, she never stopped smiling. Anyway, she's now back from the US and her specialist is very positive for her future.

The point I'm trying to make is that there is always hope, and you have my very sincere best wishes for the same outcome for your little fella.

I don't know your religious beliefs, (and I'm not asking), but I will add your Son to my own prayers.

Take care and God bless

Just did a donation for you. Best of luck.