We celebrated yesterday by eating out with family and going to the chapel to give praise and thanks to God. It was the very same church I first went after Olivia's diagnosis. I still remember how I couldn't help myself from crying during mass. I kept thinking to myself how we'll survive this. Now here we are and I realize how much strength we have and sometimes I still couldn't believe we went through what we have. We feel very blessed and there's so much to be thankful for.
Within the last few days, Olivia has been complaining about stomach and leg pains again. These are her usual side effects from chemo. I would massage her and then she'd be fine. I know she's such a strong girl. She knows it will pass. She really amazes me in so many ways.
Olivia will be on a chemo break for a couple weeks before maintenance phase officially starts. It will begin with a spinal tap chemo and she will be sedated for that procedure.
you did it olivia! your courage is simply amazing. looking forward to your complete remission! may God hold you in His arms every day of your life.
ReplyDeleteyou and your mom, olivia are both towers of strength, and God so loves you and has taken you where you are now. the past was a painful world for you; your todays are filled with rose-coloured hopes; your tomorrows demand faith in God's ways which are often unfathomable...but whatever reason He has, believe our warrior child, it is the best reason.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Sally! You have been our constant companion and supporter through this blog. We appreciate all your comments and prayers.
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