Emily is back at school and said her first day went well. We took her yesterday, and helped her move in her fall clothes, and take home her summer clothes. The season had changed since she had been there last! She came home on Friday, Sept. 25 for her port, and then life happened! It's hard to believe it has been a full three weeks of craziness since she was at school last.
Her teachers have been very supportive and are working with her to help get her caught up. She has gained almost all her weight back,(she didn't have a lot to spare in the first place!), and has gained her strength back as well. She says she is a little tired, but not too bad. Her next milestone will be losing her hair. We were told it would be gone by now,(about 2 1/2 weeks after her first chemo). I guess because she has so much to begin with, she is keeping hers a little longer. Other people who have been through this say losing your hair is a tough reminder of the reality of cancer. Just pray she can get through this emotional hurdle with the same strength and great attitude she has faced her previous hurdles!
My biggest concern right now is the H1N1 virus. We were hoping they would have vaccines available by the time she went back to school, but that didn't happen. Her doctor was not as concerned as her mother! They have told her to wash her hands often, and wear a mask if she is near anyone who appears sick. Otherwise, she can resume life as normal. Pray that those germs will stay away from her! Speaking of prayers, Thanks again for yours! I completely believe she would not be doing as well today, if it weren't for your prayers! She is a walking miracle! God bless you all. Her next chemo is Thurs. 10-29. She'll come home for that, and then head back to school after the weekend. I'll keep you posted!
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Emily is certainly proof of miracles. We believe that so much and are so grateful to share her story with all the people on this end that have joined us in praying so much for her. We will not stop until this is all behind you. Our love and support to you all.
ReplyDeleteEmily truly is a miracle and an inspiration with her strength, courage, and great attitude! I'm so glad that she has made such a big turn around and is able to resume classes and I know that she has got to be very happy about that! Thanks again for the updates! We don't want to bug you guys too much because I know you have a lot going on but you are on our minds often and we continue our prayers for you all.
ReplyDeleteIt was so good to see Emily Friday. She was in great form - had us laughing a lot. Your family is always on my prayer list and I reminded Emily that if she needs anything I am so there. According to Tyler, I don't have a life since I don't work! :)
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