This morning, I received a wonderful phone call from a dear friend who shared our Alaina's journey with us five years ago.
Ironically, it was also this afternoon that another acquaintance updated their caring bridge journal, a young girl who was also diagnosed with cancer at about the same time. It made me stop and remember all the wonderful caring people who prayed for, supported, and encouraged us during this difficult time.

At Alaina's  last scan, she was not only given a clear test result, the doctor also officially pronounced her as "cured"!   We truly believe this was God's divine intervention through the power of prayer. 

Alaina continues to deal with a lot of pain in her leg.  Recently she opted to undergo a nerve block, realizing the pain and risk associated with such a procedure.  She was a real trouper!  Unfortunately the nerve block did nothing for the pain and we are back at square one trying to find a solution. Presently she is at home, with hopes of possibly heading back to college once her pain is under control.  This is one area we covet your prayers.  We love you all, thank you so much for your prayers and support,

Tara Salamone

Attached below are a few photos - Not one to let me take too many of her,  a 'half a face' was all I could get!