Benjamin has been in the long term maintenance phase of treatment–and off of the seventh floor at All Children’s–for nine months. I had to do the math twice, I couldn’t quite believe that was accurate. In another month, he’ll be halfway through treatment, and he’ll have been in maintenance for as long as he was… Continue Reading Day 573
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Day 571
It was another rich, full day here in Sarasota. Benjamin woke up with fishing on the brain. I made a bargain with him, and told him I’d take him to the beach for a couple of hours before lunch, but I’d need to work a bit in the afternoon. It was a deal. His tummy… Continue Reading Day 571
Day 411
There was a lightning storm last night, and our power went out. As a result, our huge scaredy-dogs kept me awake much of the night, shaking at my side, needing reassuring. I canceled my morning bridge walk due to rain and sleep deprivation. I was grateful to have had what little rest I achieved. Banyan walked down… Continue Reading Day 411