Parker – 1 Cancer – 0

It’s been his motto since the day they found out. The competitive 11 year old that he is.
Parker – 1
Cancer – 0

In August 2014 Parker was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma. He fought hard for the last 11 months. The images shared below are actually from two different sessions, the first in August immediately after he was diagnosed. The second, when he entered remission.

I could share all of the trials they have been through but instead, I want to share a heartfelt, honest, tear jerking, yet inspirational post from his dad:

His hair has grown back, he is gaining weight, his smile comes more, and I even hear him laugh. In 7 hours, the doctors are going to remove the last real bit of evidence that my son has cancer, his central line.
I cant forget that he has cancer. I will never forget that he has cancer. Parker will never live a day without being reminded of this nightmare. For a day, for one single day, we will get to celebrate a victory.
For the first time in almost 365 days, he will take a shower, roll over on his stomach while sleeping, hug without fear of getting hooked on a piece of clothing, even let himself be touched without flinching.
Later today, my son will have the last physical reminder of his disease removed from his body. My prayer is that for a few hours afterwards he is able to celebrate something. My prayer is that he feels confident again. My prayer is that he feels 11.
I just wanted to update everyone on the great news in Parker’s life because each of you were there almost 1 year ago when my world crashed. Each one of you were there to do your best to pick me up. Each one of you showed me love I didnt deserve. For that, I am forever grateful.
I hope that sometime, sooner than later, my son gets to meet all of you in person and I can introduce him to all the people I love and who love him.
Thank you all. My son is a fighter, my son is a gift and my son is healing.

Congratulations, Parker. Celebrate big tonight!