Hello!

Some of you may know that Laurin has been diagnosed with a rare, genetic disease similar to Parkinson's called spinocerebellar ataxia. Essentially, her body produces too much of a bad protein, and that protein is attacking her brain and spinal cord.

While there is no official treatment or cure, Laurin's doctors have given us a novel treatment plan.

First, they plan to do five plasma exchanges. A plasma exchange is like an oil change for the blood. They will remove the plasma in Laurin's blood, clean it, and then put it back in. The hope is that it will slow down, and perhaps even reverse, some of the symptoms.

Second, they want Laurin to undergo a stem-cell treatment. Stem cells are the rock stars of medical treatments these days. And stem cell treatments have shown incredible promise fighting diseases similar to ataxia. Essentially, they will take cells from Laurin's body, turn them into stem cells, and then inject them at the base of Laurin's spine. Those cells will then repair damaged cells in Laurin's brain and spinal cord.

Because this treatment isn't available in the US, we'll have to travel to Argentina.

So, we're asking friends and family who love Laurin to consider donating to help us cross the finish line. Here's a basic breakout of what we're hoping to do:

Consultation Fees = $1,900

Plasma Exchanges (5) at $5,000 per treatment = $25,000

Stem Cell Treatment in Argentina = $75,000

If you can contribute, THANK YOU! We are grateful. We're also asking for your prayers, as we know prayers are powerful. (As the kiddos say, Laurin needs prayers to be braver than she's ever been!) Lastly, please share this video to help spread the word.