August 19, 2006

As Samantha's counts seem to be on their way up we have tentative plans to be on our way next Saturday. Samantha has her first appointment set at the clinic for Monday the 28th. We will be driving an RV there as flying at 36 weeks pregnant doesn't seem like such a good idea. Christopher will stay behind as he starts school this monday and we feel it is important for him to be with his peers (although it is very hard to leave him once again). We are fortunate to have the suppport of our families to help us through and meet some pretty specific needs at this time.
We are very hopeful that Samantha will respond to this treatment and she will come home stronger. We ask that you pray for her, that this is the answer, and for Christopher as he starts his new school year with his parents so far away. We thank you and as always appreciate so much all of you for your support & prayers.
With love,
Audra, Kurt, Christopher,& Samantha