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I'm looking for information on stem cells to treat my MS diagnost 2000

Hello i just wanted to check in and see how you are doing ?

Thank you for sharing your journey.

the  f.d.a. andbig pharma  needs to finally allow stem cells to become main stream treatments in the u.s.a., but it won't, because it is a proceedure. the proceedure of stem cells competes with big pharma and pharmaceuticals treat symptoms to keep you alive as long as possible without curing you in order to suck you financially dry. this is my own opinion based upon the fact that i owned my own pharmacy and seen almost, all of my clients decline in health, and then parish. we might have hope that our present president, donald trump might allow this treatment  to be covered under a new medical plan and cure most of americans. i know that the v.a. needs this badly and it would save billions to our government , most veterans will volunteer to get it started. god bless and semper fi!!

Hi I'm a big fan of yours, your courage and how you inspire tons of people. :)

I am scheduled to have my stem cell treatment beginning on 12 May 2014. I was diagnosed with MS in July of 1994. My neuroligist  says that I still have relapsing remitting. I have not had an an exacerbation since 2006. I am hoping for the best results possible, however, only time will tell I suppose.

Hello Holly,

Thank you for sharing your story and being brave enough to test the waters elsewhere. I came upon your youtube video, and have been reading up on all the information. My younger brother is was diagnosed in 2002, but am looking for an alternative treatment. Thank you,

Ruben S. -7-

Hi Holly, I was looking around on you tube treatment for MS and I came across your video, and I realy liked it, I'm so glad you found this treatment to help you, I know how difficult it is to live with MS, I found out that I had MS in January 2014, I have been looking for answers since 1998, here in Canada Dr's couldn't find what was wrong with me, just put me on a bunch of antidepressants,  last December we went to Mexico in the hopes the Dr's would be able to find what was going on with me, and sure enough he said I have MS and I had it for at least 15 years, finally an answer, but the Dr's here in Canada  can't treat it because I need to have more nerve damage before they are aloud to treat my MS, so we thought we had no choice but to buy it from Mexico, but the Medication is so expensive we can't afford to buy it, so I'm left without treatment. So this is my story. Good luck to you and thank you for sharing your story. Love Elisa

Thank you so much for sharing your inspiring journey.  I'm very interested in finding out all that I can and determine whether this is something I would be able to afford and also, if there are certain MS patients that do not qualify.  I have Primary Progressive MS and am desperately seeking some solutions to  keep myelf out of a nursing home.  I'm widowed and live alone, and am afraid that the day will come where I will no longer be able to do this.  I haven't been able to drive for nearly 2 years and NEED to find some way to keep my independence.  Does one have to be wealthy to be able to afford this? Thanking you sincerely, Cindy Taylor

You have a remarkable website and a fascinating story! I hope I can soon follow in your footsteps… I'm getting my stem cell transplant in Panama in six weeks . :-) I am a quadriplegic from MS and I was diagnosed in 1996. Thank you for sharing your story and God bless!

I am an 88 yr.old male living alone and am completely enthralled with the technology etc. of stem cells.  I don't personally have too many malades other than old age and hearing loss.  With computers and the access to so many places to explore re stem cells and what ongoing research taking place, to me it is a miracle. You are an inspiration.    Fred.      Lindsay, Ontario, Canada

Hii,       How long do we stay in remission after the treatment.Me personally not worried about reversing the damage.

i  love everything about stemcell . i am a longterm stemcell investor who buy and hold stemcell company i love the lay out of your website 

Hi, I have been following stem cell treatment as it moves forward.  I know it is the direction to move and appreciate your story. Thankyou, I too am not afraid to try new things and have been helped with Liberation Treatment and am soon ready for the next step.

 Thank you for sharing hope.  You have my deep respect and admiration.Best regards,Sheila, mother of a beautiful daughter who reminds me so very much of you and your stroy.

 Hi Holly!Learning a lot from you!Thanks!

Hello Holly I also have SPMS and want to try stem cell treatment as am also losing a lot

I really enjoyed meeting you at Warrens home and have enjoyed your website. I will be a frequent visitor.
John Day

Hi, Holly,
It was so good to meet you and have dinner in Panama. We are still here, being looked after by Javier.  Our friends arrived from Brandon on Sunday and we are showing them around. 
Morris has 3 more infusions in the next 3 days. He feels good.
Thanks so much for your info and encouragement.
You go, girl!

Hello Holly!

I just wanted to stop by to say Hello! I haven\'t talked to you in a while. I hope all is well. I shared your website on my Inside My Head Facebook. Just in case others would like more information on stem cells treatments that are avaliable. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and experience. This is very informative and helpful.

Take Care!

P.S. Could you please click "Like" on my Facebook page for Inside My Head? Thank you! I would greatly appreciate it! <3

Holly,
I saw your YouTube video and I am so excited for you!  I am www.fb.com/lindagracecox and @msrelief on twitter.  I\'d love to talk to you! 

Holly what a wonder site you have developed. The only thing I knew about MS before reading all of your imformation was it was a terrible disease that Annette Funichello had. I had no idea of just what MS was. I too have diabetes2, arthuritis in my shoulders, hands and knee. I have dizziness once in a while also. I don\'t know if stem cells would work for me but the next time I see my Dr I\'ll ask and see what she thinks. I\'m fortunate and do not have a crippling disease all of the time, only mild flair ups and inconviences. Thank you again for this wonderful and informative work you have done. Sincerly, Dan

Hello Holly,

I am a supporter of stem cells as well. And, as we both know we cannot get this therapy here in the United States. I am very much interested in this treatment. However, I didn\'t see anywhere how much this costed you. How many infusions did you have? How long did you have to stay in Costa Rica?

I have R/R MS. I was diagnosed with it November 2000. I am 38, married and have two young children. I haven\'t been able to work since 8.2002. This fatigue is really getting to me. I can\'t clean like I use to. I get very tired very quickly. I hurt and have very sensitive skin to the touch. For instance, burn sensations when touched. My list could go on.

If you could please email me the cost of this treatment, how many, and length of stay I would be forever grateful to you.

Congratulations on all of your improvements! I think this is wonderful!

USA needs to stop being so money hungry and bring in the stem cells.

Take Care!
Angie Groves

I am so happy Holly contacted me threw facebook. My son and grandson are going to Panama in Sept because my grandson is paralyzed due to an auto accident...I am very nervous about this trip but I believe everything will go great and we as a family will hope for a miracle....

Holly,I hav just learned of you. Will keep up with you as I am also going to Panama in Sept. for rheumatoid arthritis. I know we have different things going on , but I am thankful there is hope for me and others . Thanks Darnell (female)

I\'ve had the opportunity to meet and interview Holly for a series I\'m writing about Cell Medicine & Medistem. I\'m a freelance journalist for the non-profit website voiceofsandiego.org. I\'m looking to interview someone else by  phone who is planning to go to Cell Medicine in the near future. If this is you and you\'re willing to talk with me, please email rebeccatolin@yahoo.com. (I\'m on deadline to speak with someone this week, June 8 - 11) Many thanks!

Holly, I just watched your video.  I\'m glad to see you\'re being aggressive.  I was diagnosed in 1977 and flew to Germany in 1988.  The doctor there stopped my disease but I am still stuck in a wheelchair.  Since I\'ve have no progression of the disease I am considering going to X cell in Germany.  Are you familiar with them?  Also what is the name of the clinic you went to.  Please check out my nonprofit website, raising funds for MS.
www.CASEFORMS.org also www.lindastorey.com

Hi Holly, I really enjoy your adventure so far !! I\'ve had quite the trip myself !! After 20 yrs with MS and almost 4 stuck in a room I got my life back again with Tysabri !! It\'s my miracle drug for now !! Not sure how long it will continue to work, but will enjoy what I get for sure!! I can DANCE again !!!  Stem Cells  the HOPE FOR MANY !!! Is it my NEXT MIRACLE !!! Maybe ?!! I know something will be !! Never Give Up or Give In !! Good Luck !! You Go Girl !! Tina

God, Holly - you are absolutely awesome.  You will be in my prayers.   You keep fighting and leading the way. Your courage inspires me.  Much love,   Kris

PS  You look as stunning as ever... ;)

Thanks for the info. :-) I\'m very interested in going to Costa Rica and having the treatment done for my MS.
I just need to win the lottery!!!!

Congratulations on keeping such a informative web site.  I hope your improvements in health keep on keeping on.

Holly, what an incredible story of courage and hope you share. I want to thank you for your story! My dad has had MS now for 20 years, and I hope one day he is given the chance to go through a treatment that works, like yours. Take care, and God bless!

Heather

It's very interesting blog. you are a hero to fight MS. I will follow up your progress.

Best wish!

Peter

Holly,
Thank you for your courage in being a part of this clinical endeavor.  It is because of persons like yourself, that we can hope for a cure and help with M.S. disabilities.

LaTish
aka Fishead/FishOP from MSW

Hi Holly;

Just a note to say Hi. Hope you are doing extremely well!

I just want to thank you for giving me hope back again! I have had ms since '91 and there has been times when I had none.
Thanks again-Michelle

Hey Holly--
           I was on youtube and stumbled onto your video entries. Your experience with the use of stem cell therapy sounds so positive. My question is did you have to pay for it out of your own pocket or did you have health insurance? I have had MS since 2001 and I have been quite eager to hear from people who have done stem cell therapy.  I have been on an injectable therapy since about 2002 and I want to get off. I have health ins. but it's CRAP! I do hold duel citizenship in the United Kingdom so therefore I get FREE healthcare over there.  I was thinking about the trip but I really cannot afford it.  I was denied any sort of gov assistance so I generate NO income at all.  I have definately been one of the fortunate ones who have not been too badly effected by our disease. I too started a website of my own it is called www.askmeaboutms.com.  You should check it out and let me know what you think.  I also have a guestbook.  I do have more questions for you but I don't want to put so much on you at once. I appreciate your time. Have a good one.  Hope to here from you soon--Nikki Riverside, Ca. nikfam7@verizon.net

Hi Holly, I guess you are home from Costa Rica by now. I would really love for you to drop me a line and let me know how you are doing.
So far, there has been no change for Ron since we were with you in CR back in Sept. I don't think the cells helped him as much this time as they did last year.
 Hope everything is well with you. Please let me hear from you. Virginia

Holly Thank You for this very imformative blog
my sister in law has had MS for five years and her copaxine is not working anymore I would like her to go to CR for SCI but she wants to wait until it is made available in the USA-- considering the amount of money the drug companies are making her I doubt that will ever be-- how sad- Lisa from New York City

Very informative site.  My son is 4.5 yrs old with Cerebral Palsy and wondered if many CP pts are being treated in Costa Rica?  Thank you so much for all the information and sharing your experience.

Thank You for all you have done , my son has MS since 2002, and is planning a trip to CR because of your story, he has hope.  God Bless You.

Hello,
We have never met but I am one of your fellow San Diego Zeta sisters.  Thank you so much for creating this website.  I am looking forward to sharing it with family and friends.  I hope to meet you soon.  Best of luck and love on your treatments.  --Sarah Loveless

Good day, My name is Mike Carpenter and a friend of mine sent your e-mail to me to check out, her name is Priscilla Wolf. I was diagnosed with MS in 2006 and have had some of the same issues as you. I have been blessed to be married to a lovely , intelligent woman who is also a RN. Margee has helped me a great deal in coping with this. I also have the (benifit  ?) of  being a 100% disabled Vet so I receivew my treatment and meds from the VA. I am currently on Rebif 3 times a week. I have not had any major relapses, just a steady decline. In the cooler weather I like to drive my motorcycle ( a HARLEY) Thanks for putting up this website, I am  always looking for more information on MS.  Time to go and get more done this AM.

On September 16th 2005. I was eating lunch with my then 2 year old daughter. While we were eating lunch my food feel out of my mouth. I looked in the mirror and the left side of my face was droopy. I couldn't figure it out. I called my husband in which was working in town for Verizon. He came home to take me to the ER at East Pasco. At East Pasco the Emergency room Dr. said it looked like I had Bell's Palsy. He said he was going to order at CT scan b/c the Dr. on Monday would order one and since I was there might as well go ahead and have it done. I had the Ct scan done, the result were that there was a growth on my brain. He told me I wasn't going anywhere. The Dr. then ordered a MRI the MRI showed more growths. There at East Pasco I had lots of test's which included blood, Tee, MRI's, & CT's scans. This all happened on Friday. By Wednesday the following week I had lost feeling in my left thumb. At this time my Dr's all agreed I needed to be transferred to Tampa General. At Tampa General I had Spinal Tap which in it's self was awful. The Dr. who did the Tap didn't numb me correctly, so he was kinda enough to say I can continue, with out numbing you or pull out and start all over. That was the most painfullest procedure I have endured awake! I believe for 2 day's after I was on Morphine for a migraine! After the spinal tap came back clean. I had a Angio Gram, countless MRI's & CT scans. My Dr's kept telling me I had disease such as " cat scratch fever, Lupus, viral encephalitis, lot's more! The final call for me was to have a brain biopsy. On September 30th of 2005. I had a brain biopsy. After the biopsy I stayed in the hospital 3 more days. When I came home I had 12 staples on the right side of my head. I was home for less than 48 hours and I started having seizures when I was getting Nicholas ready for school. Not wanting Nicholas to be worried, I had them timed. When I knew they were coming on, I would hide in my bedroom. My sister came over and finished getting Nicholas ready for school. Later that day I started seizure medication. A week later I was able to get my staples out, and learn that the biopsy came back as possible Viral encephalitis. Now it's November 11th 2005. My husband was off that day as being veteran's day. That day I lost all speech control. I couldn't talk. It was such a struggle to get anything out. We called Nero Dr. he said not to worry about it, I could wait until next week to have an MRI. I along with my family new I needed to get to Tampa general asap. The ER Dr. there told me I was having a stroke. I was only 31 and having a stroke. At this time I lost all facial feeling on the left side of my face, my left I is droopy, and the feeling in my left thumb, and index finger (all of which I still don't have feeling and never will). At this point I switched Nero Dr's three times until I found Dr. Edmund Grant. He was my Savior Dr! He diagnosed me with Multiple Sclerosis. I was happy to finally know what I had. I was bound and determined not to let this disease over take my life. It is a struggle to live with. You have to learn to have a good attitude, and not let every little hurdle get you down. I am now taking an injection every other day to slow the progress. I am now seeing a wonderful Dr. at the Shepards Center in Atlanta Ga. This is an amazing treatment center for patients with M.S. I am very thankful for my husband, kids, parent's, sister & friends. Without them I couldn't have gotten through this nightmare! To everyone live everyday like it's your last b/c you never know what tomorrow will bring!  

Hi Holly,
I was wondering how you are progressing since the stem cell treatment. Has it steadily improved your symptons / condition. I am due to see a MS specialist here in the UK, but they will not carry out treatment here in the UK at present so the only way forward will be to follow your example and head abroad. Kind regards, Tony
PS I am 50, male and PPMS

Hello Holly,
I just sent you an email; therefore thought it only prudent to sign your guestbook. I look forward to hearing from you.
I agree with all that have said how courageous and informative you are. I'm here sitting by the phone, so call or reply as I am very serious about this.
Best Regards, Cheryl

Hi!
I am a "girl" 46 years old, ms since 28, married, 2 children  and we live in Norway.
Best regards Astrid

Hello Holly, Just returned from my 50th class reunion where I once again got to visit with your dad after -----let's just saw many years.  He told us all  your amazing story as well as his!  So wonderful to hear a success story!  I only wish this had been available when my father was ill.  Thirty five years ago he died from a dreadful disease called scleroderma.  Basically, his skin and internal organs hardened, he lost feeling in his hands, arms and legs and suffered from huge open sores.  After reading what you have to say about the treatment, I have no doubt but that it would have helped him.  They STILL have no treatment for his disease.
Best wishes for your continued return to good health and I, as well as many others who heard from your dad this weekend, will pass your story on.

You have done me a big wonderful service by organizing and presenting all of this information.  I will be sharing this with my daughter Dorita so that she can follow in your steps and hopefully get out of her wheel chair and go back to enjoying her life.  Thank you for all you are doing.  You are inspiring.

Thanks for your informative and wonderfully exciting website.  I am planning on going to Costa Rica to have my stem cell treatment on August 9th, 2009.  I have been diagnosed with MS since 2000 and have been on Betaseron, Novantrone, and Tysabri.  There was no other road to take and I am glad I have made the decision to take this road less traveled.  Congratulations on your success and hope to be able to share in it soon also.

Holly - you are very brave-I am in awe - you really make sh@@ happen.  I have had MS since 1990 - last 4 years have really kicked my butt.  I take no medication - not really sure about the choices - so many mixed reviews.  I definitely will follow your progress.  I wish you the very best.

Jan

Thank you for the courage to share your story and help so many people.  Your story and website will touch thousands of people like me that you will likely never meet.  Because of you and your story I'm heading to CR to reverse this crappy disease and get my life back.   My family and I thank you in advance, the difference you have made and will make in people's lives from this will be ie97measurable.  God bless you!

Thank you for this informative web site.  I am going to CR Aug. 17.

Enjoyed your web site.  Very informative.  Will send an email.

 Just added your site as a link on mine. Going to CR July 13th

Thank you for helping to "lead the way" on the mission to understand and help find a cure or treatment for MS.  I've now entered into SPMS (after many years of RRMS), and feel I must seek out a treatment option for myself, (DMD's have been unsuccessful for me todate.)  Because of your insights on MS World, I will look into the option of going to Costa Rica for treatment.  Wishing you continued improvement.   Blessings,  B.  (Southern Ontario)

I am amazed by all the information you've found in your searches.  My sister-in-law is Nancy Wilson (Whitter, CA)....she's half way through her treatment.  I pray every day for improvement for her.  She is, without a doubt, one of the most wonderful people I've ever known.  Her family is 100% +++ behind her.  Please join us all in a prayer for Aunt Nancy.  I know she will receive great results!!!

We are supposed to get a call tomorrow from a Dr in Costa Rica to get my husband John set up for treatments. John is 62 years old and
a year ago noticed he was really tired and had a limp. The Dr said he has progressive MS so they have him on Rebif and LDN. The states have nothing more to offer so that is why we started looking in other countries. Im impressed with your web site and blogs you do to help others. Please keep this up!!
Barbara

Hi! Holly, I'm in Panama City, Panama with my best friend, Debbie Cole, for last week of 4 week treatment with SCI for her MS. We met you and Richard here a couple weeks ago when you were on your way back to Costa Rica with your Dad. It was such a pleasure meeting both of you. Debbie has made minor improvements so far, but we expect more as she rebuilds her muscle strength. Good luck to your Dad.

Hi Holly...I have been tracking your progress with Jeanne and "one of my best friends" your DAD!!!
He and I went to Postville School together and became everlasting friends as we pregressed thru high school.  I can hardly wait to see him at our 50th Class Reunion this summer.  He always finds a way to get back to us!
I am so happy that you are progressing and improving each day.  I am passing your website onto my daughter who has a friend with MS. 
Again..God Bless,,and hi to that friend of mine.
Roger

I was Dx in January 16, 2009.  How to forget that day?  Anyway, RRMS, yeah sure!  In March I got a new relapse...  I hope I can do this treatment.  I am going to investigate i It first though...  Thank you for this great page!  I have never thought I had Hope, now I feel the Hope...

Have a safe trip Holly...  Vince

Hi Holly,  I've had MS for 10 years, it's really affecting my job, I'm a mail carrier.  I don't think I can tolerate another hot summer. Your story is very inspiring, I wish I had money to go to Costa Rica.  I'll be following you progress on your site and wish you all the best.
Phyllis Pryor

 I  love your courage.

Just read the opening page, but will be back for more.  I'm so glad we met--You Rock! You have your act together with this  and I will be asking you web questions. I called my friend Ana and was going to wish her a happy mother's day and found out that they upped her surgery, so I will be in my work mode, because she is the A in S.A.S.  Our site is sassandiego.org L8,Sue

Hi Holly,
I live in Vancouver, Canada and for weeks I have been researching and new updates on "cures" for MS.   I was diagnosed in 2002 and have gone steadily downhill.  I found a website on Don Margolis and quickly contacted him.  Thru his emails I somehow stumbled onto your website, and thank goodness I did.  I am schedule to go to Costa Rica the end of May.  I found your website AFTER I booked my trip and I still had lots of questions ... but you answered all of them.  I am now very excited to go for treatments, before I was scared.  Watching your videos, you appear relaxed and unconcerned which gives me strength for the next three weeks (before I go).  Thank you for being honest and sharing such a personal time.  
Most sincerely and with great gratitude,
Denise

Finding out about you and your journey through a friend who works with your stepmom has filled my heart with hope.  I am so anxious to connect with you whenever you have a chance, but I'm trying to dig around and get onboard with this as soon as possible.  Thank you so very much for all the care you have taken in presenting this information. 

you look so good just keep getting better 

Hi Holly,
I feel like I already know you.  I've been reading your San Diego girl updates on MSWorld and saw this link.  I am in the process of setting up my fundraising to go to Costa Rica and hope to be heading there this summer.  Had lunch with Preston the other day, he has been very helpful.  Just wanted to say thank you!
Andrea

Hi Holly!   Thank you so much for sharing your journey.  You'll never know what it means to me.  

I want to send best wishes to your dad too.  Hope his trip is a success!  Trish

Thank you for sharing your story.  I, and two friends, have been diagnosed with MS.  I have RRMS, while one friend has SPMS and the other sadly has the most aggressive PPMS.  I plan on sharing your story in case they haven't seen it because we need to share in the fight.  I have a few questions I would like to ask and will access the Contact Holly option on your site.  Thank you again and God Bless you for sharing your story.

Holly,

I am so glad to hear that you are doing better.  I hope you have continued good health and next time I am in San Diego visiting my family maybe we can get together.

Sandra

So happy to see your video's  & read about your experience in Costo Rico. I left you my name & ph # tonight. 

Give me a call on my cell when you get the chance or just leave a message. :-(
TTYL,
Diane

Hi Holly I am glad you are doing so well. I just got really excited and thought you would like to know I just read an article about you. here is the link
http://culture11.com/diary/37440

thanks for sharing your exprience with all of us.

Hi Holly,  Thanks for leading the way.  I hope to be right behind you!

Dear Holly,                                                                    Thank you for leading me to your website.   You're such a wonderful lady, sharing such important information about the stem cell  treatment you received in Costa Rica.  I was diagnosed with MS while pregnant with my third  child in 1997.  I am still walking and driving and I am getting Tysabri infusions once a month since August 2008.  I hope your Father does well with his treatment for diabetes.  God Bless.  Diane

Thank you so much for inspiring me! I read about your stem cell theraphy experience about a month and a half ago. You have truely made a difference in my life. I am only 20 so when I got diagnosed with MS it was really devastating. I thought that my life was over. When I read about your experiences, I called ICM and consulted with a doctor. I realized how close we are to find a cure for MS and I realized that my well being is in my hands. I am so optimistic and excited about the future now.  I make sure to keep up with the stem cell research. I hope to get it within 4 to 5 years. I am confident that someday  I will be able to ride bikes, hike, and run again! My life is just starting! :-)

Hi Sandiegogirl!

I haven't seen you in chat in a while and happened across a thread at MS World about stem cell transplant that lead me here!  I have so happy to hear of your good fortune and wonderful results.  I admire your courage and strength to look outside the FDA box.  You go girl!

Pam
Mrs Mole from MS World Chat

Holly, I have been reading about you for awhile.  I think you and Preston are the reason I decided to go on May2.  I hope I get some of the wonders you have received with the treatment.  Great site--this must be what you do all the time.  Loved everything, so informative on all subjects.  Thanks a million  and God Bless---Sherry

Hello Holly!

A friend suggested I look at your blog, concerning the treatment you received at Costa Rica, which led me to your website.  I have to admit, It's been quite an inspiration to read, and I'm actually astonished at all the improvements you've noticed since the onslaught of the treatment. 

I was diagnosed with RRMS in September of 2004 at age 23, but I was already showing signs of it well before then.  I have a milder form, mainly with vision loss, and some temporary cognitive dysfunciton (among other things), but the fatigue you often mention in your videos were the most debilitating.  Like you, I tried medication (Copaxone) with no imporvement; if anything, it caused more flare ups. Your blogs talk about sensitivity to food, and I know what you mean about cutting out those Chai's! :)

Reading your account of Costa Rica is giving me a lot of hope. Thank you so much  for posting your story and your experiences! I was hoping you'd post more info on how to contact the facility you visited in Costa Rica for those treatments,  and the average cost for everything (i.e. flight, accomadations, treatment, etc).  Your website is most invaluable to those suffering from this strange disease.   Will definitely make repeat visits in the future. Many thanks! :)

Sincerely,
Marian

Holly,
You have given all of us with MS in the family a new vision.  Many of us are so  programmed to not look beyond what the "experts" tell us, that we miss the opportunity to seek help and cures in other parts of the world.  And, we need to trust our own inner voice.  You are doing just that.

Thank you so much for your sharing, vital information and honesty.

Holly you are one of those rare people who make me proud to be from Victorville!  Glad to hear you are doing so well.  Great website! 

Holly! ...Hey, Doll! Your site here is very cool and well laid out - and good for you keeping up with your exercises! I do mine, but not as competently as you.

Holly-
I've been following your progress through emails forwarded by my parents and by Jeanne.  I am so happy for you and your family that you are healing, and that you had the guts and the ability to seek out the treatment you needed.  I am very excited for your dad's treatment, as well.  My father-in-law has diabetes and severe arthritis, so I intend to check back often to see how the treatment is benefitting your dad.

I am overwhelmed by the details reported and the experience you have had.  All those times I asked you how you were doing - YOU WERE LYING!! You looked great, but felt much less than great. I pray God will use all this information to encourage others with hope. None of this was possible without Him! He has given you knowledge and strength to carry on. And carry on you did! Love Tam --- P.S. Maybe someone in the US will be able to get this across the FDA desk somewhere. Boy, is the FDA and US behind. Kinda sad.

Holly,

A friend directed me to your site & I am so glad she did.  I was diagnosed with MS in 1/06.  I don't think that I can find the proper words to tell you how much your sharing this experience with others mean.  Needless to say, this has provided alot of hope (and excitement) for me & I'm sure many, many others.  Hope that you continue on a positive & successful road.  I will defininely be checking your site for addtional updates.  Thank you for sharing your experience.

I am so excited for you and for myself and my family. I head to ICM on 3-21-09 for 2 weeks. I pray for the same results that you, Richard H., and Preston W. have seen.

I wish nothing but the best for you.

I love your website, Holly.  It is very inspirational.  After having the therapy myself, and not having any improvements, it motivates me to keep positive, and keep continuing my physical therapy.  Keep up the good work!

Thank you for continuing to document your treatment, increasing knowledge and hope not only for those of us with MS but  also the friends and family who love us (and who we often protect from our pain and fear).   I love  how this site celebrates taking educated risks and fighting back to regain control over health and well being.

I look forward to meeting you in person one day soon - but until then I will continue to be inspired and motivated by your strength of character.  Know you have another  fan rooting for you up here in the Central Valley.

Holly, you continually amaze me. I have always admired your willingness to help others and how you always fought for what you believed in. I'm so glad things have worked out so well with your treatments, but you're a fighter, and I expected no less!

Holly, 

We are so excited for you and all of your positive updates! As we continue our prayers we will continue to check in with you on your site. Next time we are your way we hope to see you!

Much love, Marla, Ron, Megan, and Trevor Shackelford

I am doing a research paper on stem cell research for school and found your posts.  I hope you are well and that these treatments have worked for you.                           Michelle

I am glad you went and i hope the treatment works well for you.

I am soo glad you are feeling well!!  

I love your web site! You look great and I am so happy you are feeling so good!!!

You have given me valuable knowledge about this new procedure-been fighting this damn disease for nearly 25 years and I think it is time to stop!

Continued success with your treatment, Holly!  I am pullking for ya'!

D~

Your words of wisdom will always stick with me, "Only you can be your own advocate, when you don't feel comfortable about something ask the doctor more questions or get a second opinion. You have that right. Don't just take things at face value." You are such an inspiration for all of us who loss hope at times. Love ya