Oliver went to clinic last Thursday and today.  His ANC is very low (60 last Thurs, 140 today) which equates to severely neutropenic (immune comprised).  His blood was borderline transfusion at both visits - anything below 8 requires transfusion - today it was 7.9 and last Thurs 8.2  but the doctor decided based on his energy level to skip transfusion today and recheck him this Friday.  We pray he is on an upward trend and will not require transfusion on Friday.  On Monday, Oliver will receive a spinal with methotrexate, VCR via his port and start steroids and another chemo drug via pill on Monday - this will be his first day of maintenance.  Oliver's spirit never ceases to amaze us - after all he has been through, he remains happy, generous and loving - we could not ask for a better son.  We also would like to welcome our daughter, Elise - born on February 9.  She brings us great joy and Oliver is such a caring, gentle brother.  It is nice to see this side of him.  We feel so blessed - will add picture soon.  As always, we do thank you all for your prayers and ask you to continue to keep Oliver in your prayers - God listens.