Biopsy

Today went great. Livi did such a good job. She wasn't even too fussy considering she couldn't eat any time after 6 am. There were a lot of distractions (in the form of grandparents). She had her IV antibiotic first and as soon as she got done with that we headed to the South OR. The procedure took about 25 min. IT took a bit for her too wake up but she woke and ate 8 oz of formula. All in all it was the best bone marrow biopsy we've had. And as always she is a wild women after. No nap or anything and she is running around being crazy. Anesthesia always makes her like this. We are so thankful for how today went. It's good be home and not have to go back for a few days.

We are often asked what we need, how can someone help. There are a ton of things people have done for us and we are so blessed. This week in clinic I was able to pick up some fliers for organizations set up to help kids with cancer and leukemia. Here are two websites. The first is for The Jared Box project. which gives containers full of toys to kids during chemo. The second is ConKerr Cancer which gives colorful pillow cases to kids. Both projects are easy and would be a great way to help.

I may blog 10 more times this week or none. I'm not sure. I know this is going to be a hard week. Today Alivia is 23 months old. In 7 days she will start her bone marrow transplant procedure. This wasn't what I expected for this time in her life. Pray that the next week is a really fun one for James, Alivia and I. We want to make the most of this week and not dwell on what is coming.

I know that many will want to buy Alivia a present while she is in the hospital. I will post a very detailed list of what is a good idea and what we won't be allowed to have.

Thanks to the Wheatland Presbyterian church 3rd and 4th grade sunday school class and all the others who sent cards from that church. Thanks to Marmie for yet another sweet card.