Last(!) cycle

Back at clinic the last two days to start the last cycle. We are home for the rest of this week and next for the "break." Olivia's blood counts were higher at the start of the cycle than they have been for past cycles so we are feeling pretty good about getting through the next 2 weeks without a fever.

It's hard to believe that we now have only two more scheduled treatments. When we started, we could not imagine how in the world she could endure so many. How could we keep her strong and healthy while being hit with this time after time after time? It hasn't always been easy, but Olivia has stayed amazingly strong and positive throughout. So many things have contributed to that, and the support of friends and family are at the top of the list. Thanks everyone.

In PT, Olivia has started 50% weight-bearing on her leg. She walked yesterday with crutches! She will also start doing more exercises and begin working in the pool. Mrs. G. is a wonderful PT and teacher and we are so happy to be working with her.

Finally, although Olivia has pretty much abandoned me on this blog, she does still read it and maintains editorial control. She will not yet let me announce what her "Make-a-Wish" is, but we have received word that it has been granted. Olivia is staying very low-key about it. Morgan and I, however, couldn't be more excited. Will keep you posted.