One Definition of Rally:

One definition of rally..."To summon up (one's strength, spirits, etc) or (of a person's health, strength, or spirits) to revive or recover."



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Thursday, June 2, 2011

boring is good...

We have found out that boring is a good word.  Last time Aly was in the hospital, the Dr. said, "you are the most boring patient I have today, it must be time for you to go home."
Aly has been doing good.  She has enjoyed almost 3 weeks at home.  No major issues as far as cancer patients are concerned.  She was able to finish off her school year today.  The school had Rally for Aly day today.  Everyone who had purchased a t-shirt and/or wristbands were wearing them.  Others wore blue, as that is Aly's favorite color.  Aly is not home from school yet, but I'm sure she is living it up like a rock star today!  It also marks her last day in elementary school.  I'm just so glad she could take time to enjoy the day.  Thank you, again, to Big Woods staff and students for supporting Aly in this tremendous way.  We can't express how much it means to us to know so many people are rallying around Aly.
Tomorrow, we head back to the hospital for round 4 of chemotherapy.  This is the 5 day session, and because there were so many complications with this dosage last time, they are going to go ahead and admit her directly into the ICU.  They are better able to monitor everything, as a nurse is solely assigned to each patient.  We can only hope this round goes much better.
We ask, as you all get busy with your summer plans, that you continue to keep Aly in your thoughts and prayers.  Thank you for your continued support.  
The kids got to enjoy a sumo match, and the 4th grade teachers singing, "Happy Trails to You" to the 4th graders. (Thank you to Grandma Jan, who was able to sneak in and take some pictures).

3 comments:

  1. It was fun to see Aly today and amazing to see the wash of blue everywhere in the school! I will keep praying your you Aly! I hope you get to enjoy most your summer! I will miss seeing you at Big Woods as you move on to bigger things! It doesn't seem possible that the adorable and sweet first grader I had in my classroom is going to middle school! Happy last day of school!

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  2. Your family is always in my thoughts and prayers! Calling on angels to ensure Aly a peaceful round!
    ~xoxo

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  3. Praying for you Aly as you go through this next round of treatment. God Bless you and your family.

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