Monday, January 28, 2008 - Well, I can tell that it has been too long since I've written a blog entry... My mom (aka Grandma Peggy) just sent me an email asking if I've gone out of town on some extended trip or something. Noooo... we're all here. Still doing the chemo protocol, and it still sucks, but life seems a little more normal these days.
Mady is really being strong. She has been going to school at least one or two days a week for the past few weeks. Something in her current mix of chemical meds has been making her a bit nausiated recently, but she keeps her "barf bucket" nearby and all is well. We've taken a few of our outdoor family walks and pushed her to her limits, but she sits and rests when she needs to--and Buttercup can pull her when she needs it!
We strive to keep our family activities as normal as possible, but the life-or-death seriousness of it does punch me in the face occasionally (and at strangely random times). We're maintaining a delicate balance between laughter and panic... and once again, it's our family and friends that steady us. Thank you.
Day 141: Are we still here?
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Hi there,
Glad to hear things are as normal as possible...I've been hoping that no news is good news! Sorry Mady's tired - that's a bummer of a way to feel all the time. We're still thinking of all of you.
Stay strong.
Susan J.
Ode to Masachusett's First Family
Maddy Maddy she's our hero
Compaired to her, I'm such a ZERO
She takes her shots without a groan.
I hurt my thumb, I whine and moan.
She wears her wig, and won’t complain!
My hair thins out, I cry, "ROGAIN!!!!"
I think about her shots, like Peg aspariginase
Then my knees give way, I'm a basket case.
Chris and Trey, they are the best
Standing strong against this test.
Damned water heater, a flooded cellar,
Mop it up quick! Trey!, that’s a fella!
Next time, man, heed your pretty wife.
No cardboard boxes for the rest of your life.
And here's to Julia! we dont forget her
She's the devoted sis, and beautiful daughter.
Buttercup Buttercup here's to you!
(oh whats that on the floor? a pile of poo??)
If you search the entire lan'
You'll never find a finer Clan.
The end.
Thank you for the update, and our hearts go out to all of you. You are so strong, and you will overcome this! WE send our great big hugs and kisses.XXXXOOOOGP&E
wow, John NYC, that's quite a poem. Madeline is definitely the First Daughter and the rest of the gang the first family. Just don't run for election, ok? We love you all, admire your strength, and are so glad that we can be right around the corner! or, at OWL.
J, M, M, G, and M
Hello Jane!
We here in NYC try our best!
Did you guys help put up toe flags on the flag pole?? I loved those!
I was trying to get those in the poem, but i had to do work!
One can only spend so much work time writing poetry!
:-)
Hi Mady, Again glad to hear how you are doing and able to go to school a couple days a week. You certainly are brave and strong. Are you getting ready for the big game on Sunday. We are and will be cheering for the "PAT"s". By the way, Did you get the sunshine from Fl. Lots of Hugs from Fl. Lad and Bev.
We love you very, very much! You are in our thoughts often throughout each day. Love J,T,F
Many thanks for the update Trey!
We will cheer for the pats just for you guys (since the Cowboys are out of it--)
Hi. It has been a while since I have come to the blog (my apologies) but it appears that you have come just as often as I in the past few weeks.
To Mady and Julia: Congrats. I am officially obssessed with Smallville. And we're still waiting on season 2. And I'm going crazy. Thanks to you guys. But in a good way.
To john nyc: That is a super cool poem. I suppose some people are just talented that way.
~~Stephanie~~
*smiley face*
Just catching up with your progress, Mady and fam. Wishing all the best outcomes from all of your protocols & procedures. Strength seems to run in the family. The winter weather in Vermont has me thinking of summer by the lake and fam camp...hope that thought brings a smile to your faces too.
--toni apgar thayer
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