We are home. HOME. The morning started early, with a transfusion of packed red blood cells at around 5am (Benji’s hemoglobin count continued to drop last night). With that boost,… Continue Reading Day 8
Day 8
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on Day 7 of treatment. Contemplating a lot tonight on what a difference a week makes. If all goes well, tonight will be the last night we spend in this room.… Continue Reading Day 7
Day 6
on Four words I never thought I’d say: HOORAY for Leukemic Mouthwash! This morning the imaginary “cracks” in Benji’s mouth felt worse–kind of a repeat of yesterday, but intensified by hunger,… Continue Reading Day 6
Day 5
on We got a good night’s sleep last night. Today was Tuesday, so the doctors had walking rounds. Dr. Moore isn’t on call this week so we’ve been talking with Dr.… Continue Reading Day 5
Day 4
on I’m relieved and happy to report two good days running. Benji has had several visitors yesterday and today–family, friends, teachers–and was upbeat and positive the whole time. By the end… Continue Reading Day 4
Day 3
on Yesterday was a lesson in expectations. We learned they can be promptly chucked out the window when leukemia is involved. After a stellar morning, Benjamin started feeing pretty uncomfortable around… Continue Reading Day 3