Roxy’s Multiple Sclerosis HSCT Journey

10/26/2025

10/21/2025

10/16/2025

I also wanted to add that chemo curls are a real thing! lol slowly but surely getting my hair back!

10/15/2025

10/15/2025

5 1/2 years since diagnosis.
142 days since we left Monterrey, Mexico with Roxy’s cane packed in her suitcase.
Almost 1 year since we had the first big fundraiser to get her there.
This recovery has had its share of bumps, but WOW has this journey changed our lives tremendously!
In July 2020 when Roxy received her diagnosis, the prognosis was bleak. It was only a matter of time before she would rely on a wheelchair or need constant care. Yet today, Roxy continues to walk unassisted. Her blood counts keep climbing with every lab result. She is absolutely thriving because of all of you who came out to support her and prayed for our family! The best part is she gets to share her HSCT experience with people who are currently struggling with the decision to go! She now gets to be the light to people who need it. Thank you all and sorry we haven’t updated in a while!

Proverbs 19:21

09/24/2025

Researchers have made a promising breakthrough using human-induced neural stem cells to repair damaged nerves in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis (MS). These stem cells regenerated myelin, the protective coating around nerve fibers that deteriorates in MS, which is essential for proper nerve function.

The stem cells matured into oligodendrocytes, the cells responsible for producing myelin, and successfully integrated into the nervous system. They created new myelin where it was lost, restoring connections and potentially improving neural communication.

This discovery opens the door to treatments that could go beyond managing symptoms to actually restoring brain and spinal cord function. It offers renewed hope, particularly for patients with progressive MS, whose natural repair capacity is diminished.

Source/Credit: PMID: 40622272

08/29/2025

Roxy’s monthly bloodwork/ labs continued to show massive improvement at the end of August! Mobility and coordination continues to improve almost daily and her hair is also growing back already!
A couple days ago Roxy developed some congestion and sinus drainage due to seasonal allergies. We were worried that her compromised immune system could make this normally simple inconvenience a big issue! However, her Dr’s have said she has recovered enough that they are confident her body will be able to fight this off! It’s been a little nerve racking for a few days, but any good news - no matter how inconvenient is amazing!

Luke 1:49

08/13/2025

Roxy continues to gain a little more strength every day. Unfortunately, leg neuropathy has returned, but like MS it is a known side effect of HSCT. Hopefully, this symptom will fade away for good as her body continues to heal! Thanks for your continued prayers and support!

07/30/2025

07/28/2025

What a scary time in our lives! On this day, we were faced with an impossible hurdle (or so we thought!) Five years ago our lives changed forever with this diagnosis. We could have never expected the outpouring of love and support that would inevitably end this nightmare and allow Roxy to receive HSCT. Every day we are thankful for God’s grace! We are so thankful for each and every one of you that has supported Roxy and our family along the way. If you are facing an impossible hurdle today, we hope our story can give you hope and inspire you to lean on Faith!

Mark 5:19