The New Face of James

Here is the latest look for James. He looks so handsome in a white shirt and tie!

Before & After T-shirts

James has made some before and after t-shirts showing his amazing transformation. If you'd like to get one, email to MrHollywood20@comcast.net. The cost is $25. James is also making a black and white version with other photo's.

James Paying it Forward

James has jumped on board to help Christopher Tasie who also has Neurobromatosis. Christopher lives in Nigeria and his mom in Maryland. Christopher has had no hope for surgery until now when many people and organizations are coming together to make this a reality.
Check out Christopher's story at SupportChristopher.BlogSpot.com

CNN Video Link

Here is the link to Katie and James on CNN.

James Feeling Great!

James has been doing great! He survived the holiday rush at the store and is nearly running at full strength. He has penciled in August 2009 for his next procedure. They plan to take the rest of the tumor and work on his mouth.

Meet & Greet Story on KOMO news.

James held a Meet & Greet to show off his new face. Here's KOMO's story.
http://www.komonews.com/home/video/36276994.html?video=pop&t=a

Learn About Neurofibromatosis

Here's a link to some great Neurofibromatosis sites. This is where I did my own research on NF. You can request a great packet of info from www.NFinc.org.
This is the Washington State NF organization, www.wsnfSupport.org

Great Interview on CNN!

James and I had quite a bit of fun with our 8 minutes of fame on CNN. It was fun talking about James and all that everyone has done.

I decided to post our donation button again so if anyone wanted to donate they could. Through everyone's generosity we have raised over $240,000. James will need surgery about every 5 years and any extra money will be given to someone with Neurofibromatosis who needs the help just like James did.

James & Katie on CNN Live -Wed at 10:20am PST

James and I are excited to be able to talk to CNN on Wednesday about all that's happened. There were so many people from around the world who contributed and have been following the story that we are grateful to show and tell the results via CNN. Kyra Philips will interview us live via satellite. We will be in Seattle talking to her.

So, set the DVR for CNN, the 10am PST show tomorrow, November 26th.

KOMO news story-- James O'Neal "It's perfect."

Watch the story.

PLASTIC SURGERY EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INDUCTS SEATTLE PHYSICIAN AS NEW PRESIDENT

Exciting news about Dr. Peter Neligan---

CHICAGO – Peter Neligan, MD, Professor of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, was named President of the Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation (PSEF), at Plastic Surgery 2008, the annual scientific assembly of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The PSEF is the research arm of ASPS, the world’s largest plastic surgery association and foremost authority on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.

Dr. Neligan will serve as PSEF President for one year. “The PSEF is an amazing source of support for funding and development within the plastic surgery arena,” said Dr. Neligan “and my hope as PSEF President is to further establish it as the main research engine in the field of plastic surgery.”

An ASPS Member Surgeon since 1988, Dr. Neligan currently serves on the ASPS/PSEF Board of Directors and Executive Committee. He also served as a member of the Data Task Force, Publications Committee, and the Maliniac Selection Committee. In addition, he is the Chair of the Research Oversight Committee.

Congratulations to you, Dr. Neligan and thank you for all you have done for our friend with your knowledge.

James' Sisters By His Side Throughout

James just loved having his sisters by his side.

James sister Linda who came from Idaho said of Billie,

"Billie was there from minute one in the hospital and sat by his bedside and supported him through everything. She drove from Auburn sometimes twice a day just to be there for him. While doing this she juggled school, work, family and making sure that I was picked up and returned back to the airport. If there is anyone (besides you) who deserves praise and appreciation for supporting James it is her. Through it all she never thought about herself but only of James and what he might need." -Linda

What a wonderful tribute from an awesome family!

Here are two of James' great friends.

Who is this guy?

The new look of our boy!

James told me the tumor they removed weighed eight pounds! James set a new record at the UW hospital for most units of blood needed-- 28!! We weren't going for any records!

The Sea Gals stopped by the hospital to cheer James on!

Watch KOMO's Reveal of James new Face

Last night KOMO showed the new face of James. Watch it here.