Friends,

Leah here again posting on Abby's behalf and letting you know that today is a big day!  This afternoon the staff at Stanford's hospital will pump the stem-cell rich blood they've extracted from her brother, Jared, into Abby's system. Then over the next two to four weeks, those stem cells will hopefully start reproducing in Abby's bone marrow, building her a cancer free body!

Included here are some pictures of abby and her brother, as well as a shot of the collection machine that has been taking his blood and preparing it to give to Abby.

Please keep up the prayers, meditations, and well-wishes on Abby, Jared, and their families' behalf. Also, you are welcome to visit Abby at Stanford hospital, provided you do not have any cold or flu symptoms. Remember that Abby's immune system is completely suppressed at this time, so it will not try to fight the transplanted stem cells, making her vulnerable to infection.

You can also send things to cheer her up, although flowers and plants are not permitted. Cards, balloons, and other gifts could be sent to:

Stanford Hospital

300 Pasteur Dr Rm E142

Palo Alto, CA

Also, don't forget the meal train for Keith and the kids is available here.

Thanks again for all of your love and support. It means the world to Abby and her family.