Friday, June 17, 2011

A good day


My girl Clara had a super day today. They had to wake us both up this morning to go down for her radiation. A billion times better than yesterday! She was done and back in her room by 11:00 am. They totally unhooked her from everything to see how she would do. And I am so happy to report she did awesome. She RAN around, visited the nurses with her charm and as you see, spent some time in a contemplative state looking out the window. We took a nap and then counted down till Brian, Carson and Chandler arrived. She was tube free until 5:00 pm. Very liberating for both of us! It is so good to see her resuming a somewhat normal life. We are both enjoying it because the roller coaster does fall again every couple of weeks from here on out as is the nature of the beast. Carpe diem! Word on the floor is she might be able to go outside for a bit tomorrow to the nearby park. Fingers crossed…a simple pleasure not to be taken for granted.

You must know that the highlight of our day is the surprises that come in the mail every day. Pictures, blankets, boredom busters, treats, notes, emails, meals, calls, visits, the list can go on and on. As a family we thank you! They brighten our days, make the load easier to bear and we feel your love and concern through your prayers. Thank you so very much. Your compassion is inspiring. I have learned much from so many of you. Enjoy your Father's Day weekend!

8 comments:

Kristin said...

Tonight I'm crying happy tears for you guys! Sounds like a wonderful day indeed! Fingers crossed and prayers said that Clara can go outside tomorrow. Such a small thing that we take for granted--to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. I hope we get to see some video of her enjoying her park day. :)

Brenda said...

Hope you all get some sunshine and fresh air tomorrow!!!

NaDell said...

I'm so glad you both had a good day! I love that you're taking pictures of this journey. She's so inspiring. You all are.
I don't know if you got our letter, but Elizabeth drew a picture of the flower from Tangled that heals all wounds and wrote on the paper magical flower or something. We are all praying for you.

Thomasene said...

Hope for a bright sunny day and a great visit outside.

VanessaSmith said...

Clara is so beautiful. I hope she gets to go to the park today!

luvdolls said...

What a wonderful post! Thank you for lifting my spirit! I am so excited that she will probably get to go to the park, that is fantastic news! Have many many more great days! We love you! Love, Krystal, Kyle and Michael

Britanny said...

Her chubby little fingers are KILLING me!!! She is so adorable, I want to squeeze her.

Alayne said...

I love her sweet little fingers and her cheeks are just so kissable! I'm a good friend of Candace's from TX, and boy oh boy, we are sure feeling a lot of love for you guys! I happen to have 3 chubby-cheeked little girls! Give her cheekies a little smooch from me;-)