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Project Souza Family
Account number 186-527-1579
Or you can mail a check to
Souza Family
PO Box 28272
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

This blog was created by friends as a way for the Souzas to share Taylor's progress with us. Kristen and Sean have not asked for financial help, but their medical bills coupled with Kristen's loss of income is truly overwhelming. They are so appreciative of ALL of the different types of support they have received and are more grateful than you can know. Thank you!
Taylor is a beautiful, vibrant three-year-old girl who was recently diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia, a fast-growing cancer of the blood and bone marrow. On June 18th, Taylor began an 8-10 month hospital stay. This blog will detail her journey back to good health!


Wednesday, February 24, 2010

I just heard back from Taylor's primary oncologist and the cytogenetic testing from Mayo clinic has come back in and is showing "normal". This means that the higher level testing is showing that there are no leukemia cells at this point. Taylor will go back in on March 8th for another bone marrow aspiration. At that point, they are hoping that her percentage of immature/leukemia cells will have decreased and that the reason they were so high is because her body is still recovering. We are definitely not out of the woods yet but this is a huge piece of GREAT news!!! If her number of immature/leukemia cells would be the same or increase on March 8th then we will have to consider that something is going on and do more testing. But.....for the time being....we will celebrate this small victory. As always, I remind myself that my sweet daughter still has a very aggressive form of leukemia and she could relapse at any point...but until March 8th I am going to try to push this thought from my mind!!!!

Thank you all for the extra prayers!!!
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14 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    Love and miracles are yours!! We're surrounding you all with that and will never stop! Conde, Don, Alexa and Grace

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    The Thanksgiving miracle continues..So happy all the prayers are being answered..Thinking of your family and sending my best. Bubbie..Marcy's Mom

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 5:13 PM

    Hurray for Taylor!! Way to fight, kiddo!! So, SO happy to hear this GREAT news. You guys celebrate away on this victory. Prayers for the continued miracle and good thoughts always for you and your family. Merilee

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  4. Mrs. MoralesFebruary 24, 2010 at 5:28 PM

    That is great news! We love positive posts! We will continue to pray for you.
    Shauna, Gustavo, and Santo

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    I could not be happier for you all! Keep thinking positive!
    Allie Goldstein

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 6:39 PM

    Such wonderful news!!!! Stay happy, healthy and live in the moment!

    Sending love, and continued positive thoughts!
    Laurie T

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 6:48 PM

    Hip Hip HOORAY!!! Way to fight Taylor! You are one tough kiddo! I was SOOO overjoyed to hear the news today, finally some good news. I have such a good feeling that March 8th will bring even better news for your family! You should celebrate for 2 wks straight ice cream for Tay, vino for you!!
    All my love always,
    Jess
    XOXO

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 8:05 PM

    I think this is my favorite post of all times!

    The past few days I have been constantly thinking and praying for Taylor. Even though the journey isn't over yet, Taylor is heading in the right direction.

    Thinking of your family always,
    Jenn, Brad, Addy and Chase

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    Thank God!!! We are so thankful to hear this news! We will continue to pray for more!

    Love,

    Cindy

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    I am SO happy to read this awesome news! I hope you guys were able to celebrate! I will keep thinking about Taylor and praying for her full recovery. The power of prayer is HUGE! :)

    Take Care,
    Liz O.

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    What amazing and wonderful news!! I know you have been on such a rollercoaster this week...stay strong and know we are here for you!!! This news is so hopeful and fantastic...keep praying!
    xoxo
    Suzy

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2010 at 10:15 PM

    This is good news. Small miracles lead to even bigger ones. Hang in there.

    Anuja

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  13. CaroleFebruary 27, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    So thrilled to have a bit of GREAT news! We will continue to send prayers your direction! Carole

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  14. UnknownMarch 1, 2010 at 9:44 PM

    Kristen-
    What a wonderful peice of news. We will continue to pray for Taylor and Elija.
    All our love-
    Steve and Mercedes Van Pelt

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