Stem cell success *updated*

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Stem cell harvesting was a complete success! We got what we needed and more! We have extras just in case and then some! Her body did everything it was asked to do and Charlotte once again was an amazing trooper through it all. She even laid still for 45 minutes while they struggled getting her sutures out from her temporary catheter that was inserted in the OR. It was unreal. She seems to know when to let the medical team help her and she saves her rebellious side for Brian and I haha. We just wanted to let you all know that your prayers were felt, heard and answered. Today, she is playful and feeling wonderful. She will have a few days home and then we will be admitted Monday for round 3 of chemo which will last until Friday.

Duke Childrens is beginning to feel like a second home. She is so much more comfortable here now, especially at the clinic check ups. She is making friends with the staff, her nurses, and many of the amazing child life specialists that help bring joy to all the children who are here. Whether it's arts and crafts, music, stories, or games and toys, they really help bring some fun and normalcy to the children. Here is a little clip from while we waited for our check up this morning...our girl making music. (Sorry videos didn't load the first time)



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  1. UnknownApril 28, 2016 at 3:12 PM

    Great, great news!!!! Glad to hear Charlotte is becoming more comfortable. It really sounds like an amazing group of doctors, nurses and support team at Duke. Makes me happy.....Charlotte deserves the best of the best!

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  2. UnknownApril 28, 2016 at 4:24 PM

    Yea! That is wonderful news!

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  3. UnknownApril 28, 2016 at 4:27 PM

    OVERJOYED TO HEAR THIS!!!!

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  4. UnknownApril 28, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    Praise God
    Thank you for answered Prayers
    She is such a strong special little girl
    Yeah !!! Charlotte
    LH
    FROG
    Pops

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  5. ChooChooApril 28, 2016 at 5:00 PM

    Hope she has a great few days at home!

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  6. InnaApril 28, 2016 at 8:19 PM

    What a blessing this news is!!!!

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  7. UnknownApril 29, 2016 at 8:05 AM

    Thank God for such wonderful news. We read all the updates; first email I look for each day. Jennifer and Brian I was responding directly to the email. Kevin said u probably don't get these and to send messages on the blog. Be assured our thoughts and prayers are with you daily. Just got back from Ireland. A lot of our families there remember you both very well from your trip. All are praying for Charlotte. Hugs and prayers for all. Got my Charlottestrong bracelet on. Go Charlotte. Have a great weekend. God bless you all. John and Terri

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  9. Kevin SweeneyApril 30, 2016 at 11:35 AM

    She's a natural on the guitar and the microphone. Keep it rocking, Charlotte! So glad all went well with the stem cell harvesting, am sure you are all relieved. Have a great weekend at home!

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