Sorry for the long break from updates. We have had a nice uneventful 2 weeks so not much to fill you in on. Brooke's transplant precautions are getting a little more flexible so last Tuesday I took her out of the house for the first time since June (other than for dr. appts)! We took Baily dog for a bath at the doggie wash Tails & Tubs. Brooke had fun helping to give her a bath & then buying her a "good doggie" gift in the guest shop. Next she spent some birthday $ doing a little shopping at her favorite store, Pemberton Pharmacy. Then it was taking the car through the car wash (which I think was Bailey's favorite part of the day). We ended the day with an early dinner at Market Street Inn! She was so excited to be back there again and Chef Joel spoiled her with all her favorites (Salmon, Shrimp, Scallops & rippin' bread).
The next day we had to be back up to CHOP for a clinic visit and I bolted back home to make it to the gourmet wine dinner at MSI benefiting the United Way (mmm yummy).
Another night, Kellie brought over a new Wii game, Dance Party, and the 3 of us had a great time bustin a move! Brooke kicked both our butts and she sat out half of the dances (Kellie swore her remote was malfunctioning)!
Yesterday during the snow storm, we lost power from 6pm - 11pm. Thank goodness we have a gas fireplace! Brooke, Baily and I slept on the living room floor in front of the fireplace all night.
Brooke could not wait to get out in the snow but I think she likes the idea of it more than the reality! We lasted about 10 minutes before the tears and the "mommy I'm freezing" started! Bailey on the other hand couldn't get enough of it!
We head back to CHOP Wednesday for Round 4. This is another 2 part round (first week is IL2 and the second week is IL2 + antibodies...aka "hell week"). Last time she had one of these rounds the first week was a breeze and the second lived up to its name so please keep her in your prayers.
I will post updates while we are there with specific prayer requests.
God Bless,
Amy
That is such good news to hear about Brooke. And we will keep her in our thoughts and prayers. She has gone through more than any child should have to.
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