Hello All!

On August 17, 2004 Bryce will be admitted toSanDiego Children's Hospital to begin the Bone  Marrow Transplant Process. This will be an extended stay of about 6 weeks.  I underline the about because we haven't been given a time estimate.  Really it is all up to Bryce and how quickly he recovers, but we have spent the last few months learning what a strong boy Bryce is.

The transplant process begins on August 18th, or day -8.  Bryce will undergo chemotherapy on days -8 through -2, with a “day of rest” on day -1.  The actual transplant will occur on August 26 or day 0.  Each day following the transplant will be day 1, day 2 and so on. I consider this most appropriate as Bone Marrow Transplant is considered a rebirth of sorts.

As you can see, we have added a “blog” to chrisandanna.com.  This stands for some computer term, but I think it should mean “Bryce Log” because essentially thats what it will be.  At any time you can go to chrisandanna.com, click on Blog and read the days update for Bryce.  I can't always promise it will be interesting to read but it will be here when you are.  This will save everyone from waiting for phone calls which I know can be frustrating.  :)

Please notice that there are links to various Bone Marrow Transplant sites.  If you are interested you can click on a link and be directed to FAQs pertaining to Bone Marrow Transplant.  Also, you will be able to post responses to my updates.  Please take time to do this if you are inclined since I will be looking forward to contacts from the outside world! 

Once again, as with every update, we just want to say thank you, thank you for all the support and well wishes we have received.  As with everything in life we have to take the bad with the good, but I am continually amazed and grateful for the “good” we have seen in all the people who love and care for Bryce and our family.

We are blessed, thank you.

Chris & Anna Jones