09/05/2025
Griff visited the pediatric oncology clinic today for his monthly check up.
Nothing extensive regarding today’s appointment- just checking his blood counts, vitals, and following up with his doctor.
His labs looked good today. His care team decided to increase his methotrexate dosage which will enhance the effectiveness against cancer cells.
In the last few days, Griffin has developed a cough along with a runny nose and today he started feeling a little under the weather. We expected that this would inevitably happen being back to school.
His oncologist did not have any concern at this time and we will continue with his current medications in addition to modifying his methotrexate dosage.
While waiting for his lab results, Griffin spent some time drawing some farm animals. First was a cow and then a horse. Before leaving clinic his favorite doctor asked if he would be willing to let him have his drawing of the cow. Griffin agreed and let him take the drawing. On the way home, his doctor called and shared with us that he showed the drawing to his wife, who is an art teacher, and she wants to put it on a t-shirt!
We will leave you with the picture of the horse since we forgot to snap a photo of the cow.
Griffin is still on track to finish treatment in December of this year. We have another trip planned for Florida in February of 2026, and we plan on visiting a Disney park or two. This time without any chemotherapy!
We will participating in the CHaD Hero on October 19th. Last year over 3,100 participants raised $825,000. These funds help children like Griffin lead their healthiest, happiest life, and helps a family like ours receive the support they need when they need it most!
As always, thank you all for following Griffin’s journey fighting B-Cell ALL. It’s almost over, and we are truly hoping the cancer stays away forever!
With love and gratitude,
-The Laplante family
Matt, Christen, Beau, and Griffin
