Mason Arik: Rex

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Rex

Mason is enjoying 4th grade, he had a wonderful week, with 2 full days of school on Wednesday and today. We are all enjoying a routine. And Rex entertains Ally while the boys are away, she'll be dressing him in princess clothes soon. (Just don't tell the boys)

Rex was not given the proper introduction. He melted all our hearts,when the kids took us on an adventure, 7/31. We've had our share of issues when finding a family dog. But Mason was very persistent; he wanted a dog of his own. There was a strong connection with Rex. He was shaved bald, since he was a stray, but that made him more special. Mason was determined to pay the $20 adoption fee. Rex was the one. Not a coincidence; Mason's wearing his Much Love and Happiness shirt. The picture says it all. Welcome home Rex. Thanks for showering our lives with love.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...: Aah, I bet Rex is glad you are back. What a sweet pic. I am glad Rex and Mason found each other.; August 20, 2010 at 6:23 AM
Tara said...: I think that is one of the sweetest pictures I have ever seen!! Rex sounds like a great addition to your family. :); August 20, 2010 at 10:31 PM
Amy said...: Rex is a lucky dog to have become a part of your special family.; August 22, 2010 at 6:51 AM

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About Mason Arik

To continue Mason's dream and his memory, we dedicate this blog to him. He has been diagnosed with Diffuse Pontine Glioma (Brain Tumor) (04/22/10). He courageously battled his cancer for 11 1/2 months. On March 29th, 2011, it was snowing in Heaven. He is and will be missed forever. We will continue to write and share the strength and courage that Mason has taught us as well as the many other lives he has touched, near and far. Links are listed below to provide additional information regarding DIPG.

Discovery of Tumor-Dx April 22, 2010

Beginning in March of 2010, Mason complained of severe headaches, mostly at night. Then the headaches went from 2-3 times a month (over a 2 month period) to every night and more severe, by the 3rd night I contacted his pediatrician. I was told to give him Excedrin Migraine.

But by the next day we were walking to school and he had double vision- Thanks to the school nurse, we scheduled an appointment that day with Sabates eye care. After his eye was dilated they noticed his eyes were shifting. An immediate MRI was scheduled.

After the most agonizing MRI, we went home awaiting the results. That's when we were told it was a tumor (pontine glioma) We waited to visit the doctor before researching the internet. So imagine the shock to hear this is the worst locations to find a tumor, inside the brain stem. (inoperable and unfortunately very serious)