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Day 466

Laura Gilkey on April 11, 2016

I couldn’t sleep last night. I don’t know if it was tomorrow’s hospital trip on the brain, or the afternoon Chai I should have skipped, but my mind was racing.… Continue Reading Day 466

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: acute lymphoblastic leukemia, intrathecal methotrexate, lumbar puncture, maintenance, school, siblings, vincristineLeave a comment

Day 460

Laura Gilkey on April 6, 2016

I was given a moment of grace this morning. A feeling of calm so complete it washed over my whole being. I’m deeply grateful, and re-rooted into the ground. After over-analyzing… Continue Reading Day 460

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Day 459

Laura Gilkey on April 4, 2016

I think everyone was a little tired this morning, but we all hit the ground running. Michael went to his breakfast meeting and the boys got ready for school. After… Continue Reading Day 459

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: 6MP, acute lymphoblastic leukemia, baseball, fear, medication, paranoia, school, siblings1 Comment

Day 452

Laura Gilkey on March 28, 2016March 28, 2016

Monday. Back to routine, to school, to work. To separate ways. To reconvening together at the dinner table. To doing the best we can. Benjamin gathered his “Important Americans” biography project… Continue Reading Day 452

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Day 451

Laura Gilkey on March 27, 2016March 27, 2016

I stayed in bed, listening with a big smile on my face as Banyan and Benjamin opened the front door to find their Easter baskets filled. Everyone in this house… Continue Reading Day 451

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Day 447

Laura Gilkey on March 23, 2016

Thanks to social media, I realized that one year ago today marked Benjamin’s return to Southside. He was only there for a few hours, and wouldn’t return again for a… Continue Reading Day 447

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