I think it’s been awhile since we’ve reported 2 pieces of great news all in one day, but here goes! The day began with a call from “Auntie Meeses and Uncle Scotty” (Erika’s sister Michelle and husband) reporting the birth of baby Brooks. He arrived right on his due date… what a guy! We are so happy everything went well and the kids are thrilled to have another cousin! I just asked Peter what he has to say about Baby Brooks, and he said, “I want to say Good Luck to Auntie Meeses for having the baby!!”
The other positive to report is that Peter’s white blood cell counts, as well as his hemoglobin and platelets are on the rise… yeah! He “bottomed out” around Friday-Saturday and now all of the numbers are increasing. That is fantastic because now he is a little less susceptible to infection, and it means he does not need any kind of a tranfusion at this point. Barring any surprises, it looks like we’ll be able to stay at home for another week until we report back for Round 2.
Life is getting back to a new sort-of normal. Although I had quickly forgotten how BUSY Baby Kate is at 9 1/2 months… woah! So we might just need more help than originally thought, but we’ll work it out!! Anyway, things are going very well after round 1 and we are very happy about that. Thanks to all of you for your continued support, visits, calls, emails, prayers, etc. We can only hope that the next round goes just as well!
Peter calls his cancer “the Path Thing” (i’m guessing he overheard a conversation or two with the doctors regarding the pathology of the tumor). Anyway, we have been talking a lot about beating this thing and says he is going to beat the Path Thing 100 to 0 !!!! Now that’s the attitude! He’s been mildly active since we’ve been home, riding his bike or playing baseball outside for 10-15 minutes/day. He had a game or two of hockey in the basement with big Pete L today, and he plays Air Hockey multiple times a day. Practice makes perfect as they say, and Peter is definitely getting his!!
A journal of Peter’s journey
Great news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We’ll keep praying for his cell counts to go up even higher. Peter, keep thinking positive and you will beat “the path thing”!
Yippee….way to go Peter!! We are so very happy to hear the great news. You are a real fighter Peter. We are very proud of you.
Congrats to Michelle and Scot on the birth of their son.
Our love to you all.
Uncle Ed and Aunt roz
What a great report Erika, and family. Thank you for keeping us posted on Peter’s progress, and all the good news in your family. Way to go Peter! Keep fighting 🙂 We continue to check Peter’s page many times daily…As always, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Kurt, Stephanie, Karlie and Teddy
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pete – you are the man!! WOW…. I just get chills when I read such AEWSOME news!! You just prooved that you are an amazingly strong dude… and you prooved that the power of prayer is working! You ARE going to win this thing, Peter…. I can feel it in my bones (and my heart!!) 🙂 Can Emily, Lily, Parker and I come for a playdate one of these days?? You call me, Ok!!?? I am about to give Parker a bath and get him off to bed…. so I will blow you some kisses for now and I will write more soon. You amaze me Peter. Thanks for teaching us all how to believe in prayer and miracles. Oh… and CONGRATULATIONS on your new cousin!
P.S. Erika- am I gathering by your “busy Kate” comment that she must be home?? YEAH!! Please know that I am always here to help with the girls… I know Peter’s health comes first…. but whenever possible (on your end!!) I am ALWAYS willing to open my door for your family!!!!
Sweet dreams, Peter. You are winning this fight…..
LOVE YOU TILL THE DAY AFTER FOREVER-
Jenni and family
Yea Peter!!!!! Way to go bud. I’m so happy that your counts are coming back up. Congrats also on you new cousin. I bet he’s a cutie like his sister Macy.
I’m watching the Twins and The Vikes and right now they are both winning. I bet that makes you happy.
Sleep tight. I’ll see you Wed.
Gramma Mary
What great news Peter, we were so very happy to hear that your counts are going up and pray that they will stay that way.
The way it sounds is that y our baby sister Kate is home with all of you now too, bet you like that.
We also have a new baby boy, Easton. You remember Nick, well, that is his baby brother. He is so cute and has dark hair and a very good baby too. He was born on Sept. 8.
Glad to hear all your good news and we continue to pray for you and also send you all our love and hugs too. Give one to Mom and Dad and your sisters for us too.
Uncle Chuck and Aunt Rose
YAHOOOOOOOO!!! Wow, is that great news! You are doing such a good job fighting that yucky stuff that got into you! Keep up all the good work, and mostly – the positive attitude. That is a very important part of you getting better. How exciting that you have a new cousin! Emily and Lily (and the Park Man) are going to have their very first cousin in April. Emily is very excited!!! I wonder if it will be a boy cousin or a girl?? What do you think Peter? Well Buddy – you have a good ‘rest of the week’. We’ll be keeping track of you when you go back to the hospital for your next round with Captain Chemo.
The Allords
Congrats on the craziness (and comfort) of having all your babies back in your nest! I’m sure you guys are exhausted but relieved to have everyone home! Hunter and BB will get a kick out of the new name Pete came up with. Now instead of just praying that Pete feels better, we can target “the path thing” and really get down to business! As always, call if you need anything!!!! Love, Maggie
Oh, congrats on the new baby! Love the name!
Way to go Peter! Keep the faith and the unbeatable attitude! You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you superman strength and courage to win this battle!
God Bless,
Julie
Great Job Peter!! You are very strong and that is important!! Keep thinking positive!! You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Hi guys….just read all of the news. So encouraging. Keep up with the good health Peter. We’ll beat this yet…… All of our staff here at Cygneture Title are praying and wish you and yours well. If we can do anything please do not hesitate to call us…….
Jeanne
Pete,
I wanted you to know that I am thinking about you, and wishing and praying for you to get well soon. Hopefully I will see you fishing again soon. Remember when I saw you catching all those fish this summer.. You will need to teach me all your fishing secrets.
Make sure you keep eating and getting stronger. I am getting ready for hockey season and want to see you playing hockey too!
Your pal, Mitchell McLain
WOW! That is some pretty FABULOUS news!!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing all the events of your life and all the updates on Peter……Way to go Kiddo! Keep fightin’ and we hope you continue to get stronger every day!!!!We just wanted to let you know that we have put you on our prayer chain at our church here “out west”!!! We gotcha covered out here! Have a great week! Keep the faith and that positive attitude!!!!!!
Gods’ blessings to you all!!!
Debbi and Rick
What great news about Peter’s white blood cell count being up! Our family has been following your progress (great updates Uncle Matt!), and all of you have been in our thoughts and prayers so often!
Peter – great job fighting that “path thing”! Make sure you listen to the doctors and your parents, because they know how to help you put up the best fight. It takes a whole team to win a game, right? Well your family, friends, and doctors are all part of your team, and if you all work together and be strong, you WILL WIN! You have a HUGE cheering section rooting for you little guy, and we can’t wait to see you kick butt in round 2!
God bless you and your family!
The Swanson family
Cary, Lori, Luke (#29), Brooke (#18), and Erica (#2)
Way to go Peter!!!! The power of love and prayers is amazing!! Keep it up everyone – ‘Peter’s Path’ doesn’t stand a chance!!!
Hugs to all ………
Hey Pete,
We are so happy to hear the great news about the cell counts we always knew you where a fighter. Its Peter against the Path
Thing and the first round goes to you HURRAY BIG GUY. TY and Erika as always if you need anything just call. We keep you all in our prayers daily. Hugs to you all and we will see you soon.
Love,
Dean, Denise,Blake,Bren,&Tiffany
Way to go Pete Man.. congrates on that baby cousin. I know he is going to look up to you pete, you’re the best! Keep feeling better, and tell your mom I’ll come up and help take care of you and your sisters, I know alot about babies..hahahahaha
We love you,
Trent,Melissa,Buzz,Cole,Quinn,and Van
Peter, Ty & Erica,
Wonderful news! We always new Peter would fight like crazy, and so far it’s a shutout for Peter. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you. Keep it up Peter!
Andy, Kristi, Trey, Nicole, and David
Hey my friend –
Just checking in to say hello! I thought I would share with you a little something funny… you know how everyone keeps saying that “they think of you all the time”…. that “you are always on our minds”… “not a moment goes by that we don’t think of you”…. well, I was in the shower this morning and without realizing it – I was singing this little crazy made up tune, “Hey-hey, ho-ho, this neuroblastoma has got to go! Hey-hey, ho-ho, this neuroblastoma has got to go….” it suddenly occured to me, that Yes, Peter, we DO think of you ALL THE TIME!! (Even in the shower!!!!!)
It sure has been nice outside, we hope you are finding some time and evergy to enjoy some of these last nice summery days. The leaves on our maple trees are already turning red and gold and orange…. I guess that means fall is in the air!
We have been having fun at daycare. All the kids sure miss you, though! We have pictures of you on the fridge and Mitchell looks at them everyday and says “Hey, there’s Peter!!” Maybe if we pray hard enough, you will get super healthy really soon and you can come over for a short visit sometime. The kids would absolutely LOVE to see you!
Emily, Lily, Parker and I are looking forward to seeing you soon if possible. You tell your mommy to call anytime – we’d love to come out to your house and play for a while. Depending on what you have planned for Saturday, maybe we can come over then. Do you like pizza? I will bring some and we can have a “lunch date” if it works for you and your family! Let me know, ok??!!
Have a great day! Keep that awesome attitude and your amazing ability to fight and you will win this battle. It does take an entire team to win and your team is H-U-G-E!!!
Love you, sweet boy-
Jenni and family
*Loads of love, a kettle full of kisses, pockets of prayers and a handful of hugs to you and your sisters!! WE LOVE and MISS YOU ALL!!
Congratulations on Baby Brooks! It’s always great to have a few more cousins. Keep up the battle with that Path thing, too. We’re all cheering for you!
Peter,I’m a friend of your Grandma Eigs and your Dad,Mom and uncles.
It is wonderful to hear such great news and that the “Path Thing” is losing.Your a beautiful young boy with a whole bunch of life ahead.I”ll keep you in my prayers and I know your looking forward to the Hochey season.
God Bless you and your wonderful family
Craig Kusick
Happy Wednesday Peter, Ty, Erika & Family! I just wanted to check in and let you know that I have been praying for you guys everyday. I’m so happy to read/hear that the “Path Thing” is losing!! That is awesome!!! Keep up the fight. Please let me know if I can help out in any way. Please give me a holler if you need anything.
Bob Pilon
P.S. Can you believe that Pre-season Hockey starts next week! What a great time of year!!
Keep up the good work Peter!!!!!!!!!!! Sound like you are too tuff for “path thing”.
Hello Eigner’s–
Erika, it was nice to talk to you the other day–and at least we had an excuse for being late for church for once!
We truly would love to help you guys in any way we can, whether it’s watching Ellie and Kate for an afternoon (our house is still baby-proofed) or doing a Target or grocery store run.
You all in our thoughts and prayers always.
Love,
Dave, Andi, Jesse and Bailey
Ty, Erika and Peter,
We just wanted to let you know that the boys pray for you every night! We check your website daily and are so happy that you are doing so great! We are thinking about you here in Las Vegas and we are looking forward to seeing you next summer!
Stay strong!
All our prayers,
The English Family
Peter,
I am a friend of your Grandma Eigs and know a quite a bit of people in your family. I have been thinking about you all the time lately and the funny thing is I met a friend of yours the other day, Molly Hollway (she is my student at Edina). She told be how wonderful of a boy you are and what neat parents you have. I know if you are anything like your daddy and uncles you will win this thing. Just being around your family is pure joy and fun, I am sure they are entertaining you daily. Know we are thinking of you everyday and make sure you give that cute Gradma Eigner a big hug when you see her.
All our prayers
Stacey (Anderson), Ryan and Greta Westrum
Dear Peter:
I was so happy to hear the great news that your white blood cells count, your hemoglobin and platelets are doing so well. I must tell you I don’t understand it all, but your Mom is thrilled with your progress, and that’s good enough for me.
You are so filled with courage, and so with your courage and our faith, you will come through healthy and strong. We are all praying for you, and for your Mom and Dad.
Every blessing, Peter.
Your pastor,
Seamus Walsh
Peter, I am a Grandmother with grandsons who play hockey. I want you to know I am putting you on my list of people who I pray for everyday and God does hear all our prayers. I think you must be a brave little boy. Jesus is your best friend and he will help you get through all your treatments. Hang in there and know that there are lots of people who care about you. Sincerely, Helen Scheid Rochester, Mn.