One Month...

One month ago, our life changed completely. Today, we celebrate Memorial Day and we celebrate life!

Since I last wrote, Daniel's liver enzymes continued to rise, so the physician ordered an ultrasound of his liver, appendix, kidneys, gall bladder, etc. Everything checked out fine, the enzymes began to drop, and he is doing much better. He is still off of most of his medications, due to the enzymes still being elevated. We also learned, that he most likely, will be coming home this week or weekend! Of course, I had a whole list of questions- the biggest one being: "Is our house Daniel proof". Actually, by the time that Daniel is released- his immune system will be compitent enough to withstand people and things, unless, of course, they are sick. He will not be able to go to public places, unless he wears a mask for a little while- but, he has too much catching up with his children  and family to have any time for that- right? If you plan on visiting, please shoot me a phone call, or message of some kind. Daniel will have several doctors appointments following his release, and, we plan on scheduling the visits according to those, and most importantly, how he feels each day. We most certainly do not want to overwhelm him or make him more tired than he will already be. Tired = SICK, and we don't want that. We do know two things: Another round of chemo will follow shortly, and two, we have a birthday party to plan between him being home and his next round of chemo.

Ashlynn turns SIX June 23! Oh my gosh- so hard to believe. She has been planning her party for a few months now. I hear that it will involve puppies and a swimming pool. We must get to that immediately, as I am most certain, we are buying our time until the next round of treatment. Daniel can not miss the party!

Look for good news in the later part of the week. Daniel is so excited about the break from the hospital- especially since he is feeling better these days. Until next time... XOXO