Pam, Dashiell and I are in Cincinnati, meeting with doctors and surgeons at the Children's Hospital here, concerning the next steps in Dashiell's care. The liver tumor group here are among a select group, nationally, and after spending time with them yesterday and today, I can see why.

The tests, results, and ensuing discussion with them reveal their experience, flexibility, and humility, which put us at ease immediately.

We will begin aggressive platinum atrial chemo here tomorrow, the exact specs of which are being finished tonight in conversations with their national liver tumor board peers. Pam will remain in Cinci with Dashiell while I return to IA on Saturday, take care of business there, and them bring the other two boys out here at some point next week.

We expect that the family will be separated at several points this summer, and we know that we'll have to be flexible with any plans, most of which are medical in nature... nothing has gone smoothly so far, so why expect smooth sailing?

The good news is that Cincinnati is a neat town, with plenty of local history and geographic appeal to keep the boys busy during our visits here.

Thank you for your encouraging notes and kind thoughts.

We are moving forward!

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Sincerely,

Hobie

even if it makes you uncomfortable. We have all been through this hell at one level or another. We are her to provide what solace we can.
Prayer and thoughts continue...
Thinking of launching a campaign for Dashiell's recovery please tell me what is needed.

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Of the Troops & For the Troops

We will keep you in our prayers.

Dave

Hang in there. I spent a lot of time at theat hospital with my 11 YO niece. She's a 38YO mom now.

I've got you all in my prayers.
Mike P

My prayers are with Dashiel and your family.

You are all close in our hearts and prayers.

Thanks for the update.

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Still praying for Dashiell. Know ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mike

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Prayers sent, John

It's a great relief to have faith in your doctors.
I've been there and being in the care of the greats is much better than the also- rans.

Prayers will continue for healing and strength.
Mark