Dear Family and Friends,

As another year draws to a close and we are in a season of reflection we thought that we would update you on a few major highlights and updates! We are coming up on the three year anniversary of Tyler’s accident. In some ways it feels like a hundred years ago and in other ways just moments.  

In May, Tyler made his final trip to Rochester, Minnesota to complete his participation in a Mayo Clinic stem cell research trial.   Tyler was a participant in part two of a four part study.  We are hopeful that research and improvements in spinal cord injury recovery continues.  Tyler’s results from the stem cell transplant has yielded some improvements, more feeling in his feet and legs and increased sensitivity to temperature. We are also closely following several other companies that are making advances in the treatment of paralysis.

In June we traveled to Cayman Brac as a family. Tyler and Kevin completed their diving certification with the expertise and generosity of Denver Divers.  We had a glorious 7 days on the tiny island of Cayman Brac, surrounded by crystal waters and amazing wildlife.  We are incredibly grateful to Craig Hospital and Denver Divers for the scholarship that helped to fund diving equipment and travel expenses. Tyler is looking forward to exploring many corners of the sea with future trips! 

Tyler is graduating from the University of Washington in June with a bachelor’s degree in International Relations.  To say we are beyond proud is an understatement.  This degree represents the truest form of Tyler’s will and determination.  He is currently looking into internships and hopes to ultimately enter a graduate program.  

As a family we are still blown away by the ongoing love and care that has supported us for the last three years.  We will be better on updating you on all our adventures and progress! 

Wishing you all a joyful holiday and a peaceful New Year! 

Love, 

The Krantz Family