Mason Arik: Thank you

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Thank you

Thank you everyone for dining at Red Robin and supporting Make-a-Wish in memory of Mason. It was truly an inspiring evening. Thank you for keeping Mason's memory and spirit alive in your heart. We never forget. We hope to continue to make a difference. Words can not express our gratitude; your presence last night was a giant hug. It was just what we needed this Christmas Season. Thank you. We will keep you updated as the fundraising efforts continue. A big thanks to the Red Robin staff and stores for such a successful fun evening! And thanks for stopping by and checking out the lights; wishing well donations are collected nightly.

2 comments:

Brandie said...: Missed seeing you all since we were at the south OP location!! The interview was wonderful- I caught it online. You were amazing as always!!!! Thanks for giving us all the desire to do more, be more, live more. We are so blessed to have you in our lives, Kempf family!!!; December 8, 2011 at 8:17 PM
Deanna said...: So sorry I had to miss the Red Robin event, but we are definitely enjoying your Christmas lights! We drove past last night to show my son and his girlfriend and got to stop and enjoy the music and lights all over again. Thank you for all you do....each one of you making a difference in so many lives!; December 10, 2011 at 3:48 PM

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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)