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Saturday, October 07, 2006

Entering the Celebratory Season

Thursday we went to the clinic for blood tests and, although on the way back up, Henry's white blood counts "just missed the cut," as the doctor said, so he will not go back to school before Wednesday.

Henry's teacher came for a homebound session on Friday. He did excellent on his spelling and vocabulary tests.

Last night we dug out the boxes of Halloween decorations from our storage shed. Henry has been feeling better every day, and was in a fun and feisty mood all evening. He loves Halloween, and couldn't wait to get the decorations unpacked. We decided to plan some extra in-house activities, since we don't know how Halloween will land in the surgery and hospital schedule. We will find out next Tuesday, but surgery could occur as early as the week of the 16th, with at least a 10-day hospital stay.

This MRI and consultation seemed so far away while we were dealing with the day-to-day chemo issues, and now that the day is suddenly upon us we parental units find ourselves swept up in anxieties that have been kept at bay for a couple of months. Nevertheless, we are ready to move forward and have every reason to hope for the best.

3 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Dear Terry and Cynthia, This blog things is great! I've never seen one before and it's a great way to catch up on Henry's progress. I love the photos too. It's been so long since I've seen him and he's a beautiful combination of the both of you.

It sounds as if things are going pretty well. I hope that all continues as well. You are all in my prayers every day. Love, Charlie

9:39 AM  
Blogger bug/applehead said...

Dear Cermaks,It has taken me a month to get the blog on my computer--being the high-tech whiz that I am. I know you all will be glad when Lamar makes his final exit--Henry, you are a perfect role-model for anyone who wants to be brave and patient--not to mention, precious≥ I know Mere is up there as proud of you as we are. It will be over, soon,--and we will get Simbo to take us all to the beach. whoopee! Take care and know that we all think of you all the time and love all three of you. Your Mom has been like a daughter to me for a long time & is very special--that makes you my grandson! love,
Bug/Applehead

5:44 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

henry and i started the lizard man comic in third grade. we had alot of fun. henry i will always miss you.
sincerely,
Alec steel

9:14 AM  

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