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10/22/2026

Day +10 after my stem cell transplant!

This has been a rough road. The chemo did its job of wiping out my old immune system, but it did such a good job that my body is taking a little longer than most to recover.

Today was the first day my WBC count went up to 400. Before today, I had been sitting at 100 for the last 7 days! My neutrophils are now up to 68%, compared to just 6% only two days ago. Neutrophils are your first line of defence against germs 🦠, so these numbers mean my body is finally starting to recover!

To help speed things along, I’m still getting Filgrastim shots twice a day, along with a high-dose steroid infusion. Together, they help stimulate the bone marrow to produce and release more white blood cells.

Tomorrow morning, I’ll have another blood test. If my WBC count is above 4,000, I’ll receive my final treatment: Rituximab! This infusion targets the CD20 protein on B cells involved in autoimmune disease. The goal is to help my new immune system identify and clear out any remaining B cells that may have survived the chemotherapy.

My red blood cells are still low, but those take longer to recover. So, I’m still tired, get out of breath easily, and have low blood pressure. Hopefully, these things will start improving as my body continues to recover!

It’s been quite a journey, and knowing what I know now, I would highly recommend looking into HSCT to others living with MS, regardless of the type. It’s a big decision, and everyone’s experience and results will be different, but I’m hopeful about what this treatment could mean for my future.

Thank you all so much for your support, messages, donations, and encouragement throughout this entire process. It has meant more to me than I can put into words. ❤️

I can’t wait to be home on Saturday and see my boys, my Mom, and Angel 🐕‍🦺! I have missed them so much, and I’m ready to get home and start the next part of this journey. ❤️ HSCT HEROES DIARIES Steve Brown Marvin Diotte Lucille https://gofund.me/093c28a7f

10/18/2026

Today is Day +6! 🧡 That means it’s been 6 days since my stem cell transplant.

My white blood cell count is still at 100, which means I’m still very neutropenic. My hemoglobin has also dropped to 10.3, which is mild anemia and one of the reasons I’m experiencing such extreme fatigue.

As scary as these numbers sound, they are completely normal for this stage of treatment. Day +6 is usually the lowest point before things start to turn around. Now we wait for my body to start doing its thing and for those new stem cells to kick in!

Today was actually a pretty good day, all things considered. I got to enjoy a little sunshine, ☀️ which felt really good after spending so much time feeling exhausted and stuck inside.

Being away from my boys during all of this is hard, but knowing how much love and support I have behind me keeps me going.💗

Tuesday is my next big day to see where my counts are, so fingers crossed we start seeing those numbers come up soon! 🤞🏻 Just ready for these new stem cells to get to work! ❤️ National MS Society MS Canada HSCT México HSCT HEROES DIARIES

10/16/2026

I’ve been in neutropenia, leukopenia, and anemia for 3 days now. My white blood cell count has dropped to 200 (a normal range is around 4,000–12,000). My body is definitely doing what it’s supposed to do, but WOW, this is a lot!

Yesterday and today, I needed a wheelchair just to get to and from the bathroom. I’m breathing hard just walking just a few feet and completely exhausted. It’s hard to believe how quickly things can change.

At this stage, my immune system is extremely compromised, so everyone around me has to wear a mask to help protect me from infections. I’m getting blood tests every 48 hours to keep a close eye on my counts.

This is the part of the journey that people don’t necessarily see. It’s hard, it’s exhausting, and some days, even the smallest things take everything out of me. But this is part of the process, and my body is doing what it needs to do.

Taking it one day at a time. ❤️ I am beyond grateful for of of the positive energy, prayers, thoughts and love!https://gofund.me/a8c2a7c67

Thank you for everyone love, prayers, positive thoughts and energy!

10/09/2026

Yesterday, we went to Hospital Puebla to have our PICC lines placed. This hospital is absolutely beautiful, and the entire team has been incredible. Everyone has been so knowledgeable, kind, and caring!

As I’ve mentioned, we’ve been receiving Filgrastim shots twice a day for 9 days now. The last few days have been the worst pain-wise. The bone pain in my head, neck, jaw, shoulder blades, lower back, and hips has been pretty awful. It’s definitely not comfortable!

Today was supposed to be stem cell harvesting day for me and 3 others. After having blood drawn at 6 AM, my results came back showing that my numbers had dropped by 30%, meaning I need 2 more shots today. I had my first one at 7:30 AM, and my next is at 7 PM. Needless to say, the extra shots have me in even more pain. 😩

I’ll be honest, I was really upset this morning when I got the news. After all the pain and everything we’ve already been through, it was hard to hear that I needed more time. But I’m trying to look at the positive side of things…

My new stem cells are now scheduled to be implanted on my actual birthday, Monday, October 12! 🎂❤️ What a way to celebrate another year of life!

This journey has been so much harder than I ever imagined, but I’m still pushing through and taking it one day at a time. I know there are going to be more hard days, but I’m holding on to hope and focusing on what’s ahead.

Thank you all for the messages, love, support, and prayers. I honestly can’t put into words how much it means to me. Knowing so many people are cheering me on from home makes this journey a little easier. ❤️ Hospital Puebla HSCT México Steve Brown Marvin Diotte Lucille CBC News CTV News https://gofund.me/e02374d89

10/08/2026

Head shaving 🪒 party!

Our hair is falling out and will continue to fall out, so before we start the next phase of treatment—and enter neutropenia—we need to get rid of our hair. This next phase needs to be as clean and sterile as possible because I won’t have an immune system to protect me.

As emotional as this is, there was something really special about doing it together with the other men and women going through this treatment. Being surrounded by people who completely understand what this feels like makes it a little easier to swallow.

As women, our hair can feel like such a big part of our identity. Shaving it off is hard. Really hard. But doing it together somehow made it feel less scary and a lot more empowering.

And then there’s my dad. ❤️

In solidarity with me, he shaved his head AND his beard. This is only the THIRD time in 51 years that my dad has had no beard!

That meant more to me than I can even put into words. He didn’t have to do it. He chose to do it for me. And I will never forget that.

One more step. One more day. One more part of this journey. ❤️

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07/28/2026

Today was a day our family will never forget.

Pépé (Marvin Diotte), Mémé (Lucille), Camden, and Micah (Micah Hach) had the incredible honour of being among the first to cross the new Gordie Howe International Bridge (gordiehowebrg) in a 1925 Model T that my grandfather lovingly restored.

Seeing his hard work, passion, and craftsmanship continue to bring people together so many years later is incredibly meaningful. Knowing that a piece of his legacy was part of such a historic moment makes today even more special.

Thank you to CTV Windsor, AM800, and WXYZ Detroit Channel 7 for capturing and sharing this unforgettable milestone. Our hearts are full. ❤️

06/27/2026

ADCC was today! Camden ended up wining Bronze with 6 competitors in his division! All of the athletes fought hard today. APEX MMA SCIENTIFIC MMA César "The Hulk" Bonilla ADCC Canada

06/01/2026

A beautiful weekend celebrating love and family!

04/23/2026

Camden is selling these Delicious chocolate bars for his cadet troop (2715). They are $3/bar. Sale ends Wednesday, April 29.

04/23/2026

Camden is selling these Delicious chocolate bars for Cadets, troop 2715. Each bar is $3, sale ends Wednesday, April 29.

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