Benjamin’s legs hurt so badly last night that he was crying as he was falling asleep. We offered pain medicine, but he refused; he said it was not quite like… Continue Reading Day 107
Day 107
on Author: Laura Gilkey
on Day 106
on Consolidation has come to an end. Another phase of treatment is in the books–or, more literally, in The Binder. It’s an uncomfortable place to be, this in-between. But we are… Continue Reading Day 106
Day 105
on Benjamin wasn’t feeling well after breakfast, and then again after lunch. The past two days have found him focused and energetic about his schoolwork; today he could hardly tackle a page… Continue Reading Day 105
Day 104
on I put numbing cream on Benji’s legs this morning as I was idling in the Southside carline, dropping Banyan off for his second day of state standardized testing in science.… Continue Reading Day 104
Day 103
on I saw my first sunrise on the Ringling Bridge since the time change back in March. It was soft and gentle and I needed it so much. I don’t know… Continue Reading Day 103
Day 102
on I woke up before my alarm this morning. When Benji sleepily walked down the hall next, he asked, “Do I have to get shots today Mama?” I answered yes, directly.… Continue Reading Day 102