An Annonymous Gift

Sean's 5 Day stay at the hospital for his 48 hour chemo treatment didn't go very easily... mouth sores, infection, high fever, weight loss and vomitting left Sean feeling pretty down in the dumps. Upon his return home, Sean was presented with his very own Dell Laptop. This gift came from a very special family who believe in Sean and that he will make it through. Along with the laptop he received many other necessities (from another Sean believer) that will help him stay connected: an LL Bean Monogrammed laptop backpack and an HP All-in-1 Printer. The laptop/printer will be a great asset to help him with his school work as he will begin his sophmore year at ConVal in September!!! Sean (and his family) are so appreciative of the continued ourpouring and support the receive, both locally and as far as Texas!!! Sean had to return to the hospital for his weekly clinicals on Wednesday where he received a blood transfusion as his counts were extremely low, but he enjoyed being on his laptop, "as all the other kids and adults there are always on their computers and now I CAN TOO!" Sean is holding his own while riding this horrible roller coaster and will be returning to the clinic on Friday where they will be doing a follow up on his blood counts. With summer around the corner and kids being scattered here and there (as the school district contains many local towns) a summer fund raising event is in the works - keep checking back ... we'll keep you posted!

Contact Sean Today! & Help Keep His Spirits Up!

Sean was off to Tufts Medical Center in Boston bright and early this morning. He has been admitted until at least Saturday (6/6). There he will be receiving his "in-house" chemo treatments which is part of the phase 1 cycle of his treatment. Dad packed some things and will be staying with Sean to keep him company. With every chemo treatment Sean has received it has effected his body in a different way, yet each time the doctors have informed him that this one might be the one to wipe him out a bit more than the last one - but with summer around the corner and the anticipation of driver's ed starting in July (through a private driver's ed school who has happily agreed to work around his schedule of treatments and health issues) and the possibility of doing some golfing at the Mondanock Golf Course - he has taken those lemons and turned them into lemonade! He continues to smile, which makes so many of us smile in return ~ mostly in amazement with how he is taking his whole treatment thing. The smile sort of fools us all and we forget there are the days where getting out of bed takes extra motivation, the nose bleeds come and go, the nausea keeps him from eating or wanting to but in return that makes him feel worse, and many other issues his smile hides. So, the pats on the back and well wishes have really helped him keep that smile going, he wasn't looking forward to this hospital stay (but really who would be?) but there is a way to keep the smile there - contact him today by logging on to: www.tuftsmedicalcenter.org and send him an email or ecard today!!! When you click on the site, there is a blue tool bar that has different options - the email is to the far right along with the ecard right next to it. It is fun, quick and simple to do and it means the world to Sean! Remember he is only there until Saturday so don't hesitate if you want him to know that you are thinking of him!

A Night in Derry

Calling all friends and family ~ Sean's family in Auburn are planning an evening in Sean's honor and they would like you to attend!

Where: Derry/Salem Elks Club

When: Friday, June 20th

Time: 6pm-12am

There will be a DJ along with light snacks and raffle items

Tickets are being sold in advance for $10.00 each children under 13 are free
Donations are accepted at the door.

Questions? Or to purchase tickets in advance please contact:

Lucie Gagnon 603-624-7053

or

Sylvie Hornor @ 603-622-2352 (home)

Another Successful Evening!

Saturday evening's events at the French Socialization Club was a wonderful success filled with friends and family all there to support Sean in his battle against cancer. The evening was filled with many wonderful items that were donated and raffled with dancing. Even though Sean wasn't feeling his best that night, he was there to thank everyone and if he didn't' get that chance then he would like me to let you know that he fully appreciated everyone who traveled near and far to support him and his family! All proceeds from the evening went towards his Medical Fund.