"KEEP GOING!"

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The timing again is a God given gift, today on Brian's birthday, we got great news on the bone marrow results. They only found "scant" (less than 1%) cancerous cells present on her left side. The inital bone marrow biopsy before treatment began showed 30% and found on both sides. There is tremendous improvement here and we are beyond thrilled and amazed. This is simply a snap shot of her marrow and not indicative that it isn't still present in higher numbers in other parts of her marrow, but it clearly shows much improvement which is cause for celebration!

What a special day as we celebrate my amazing husband, our son's end of preschool celebration, and now these results. And our girl, again, mirroring what she cannot even understand occurring around her, chants "Keep going! Keep going! Keep moving!" in her playful way as we drive to Parker's preschool celebration/graduation this afternoon. We think she is exactly right: we will "keep going, keep moving" all the way to recovery. And as our proud tears flowed watching our son sing at his program and graduate preschool, I could actually visualize our little Charlotte one day also going to preschool and doing all the things we've always hoped she would. And we continue to pray that our dreams for Charlotte align with God's plan for our precious baby girl. We know we are being blessed as we can feel it and see it everywhere.

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  1. UnknownMay 25, 2016 at 4:11 PM

    I am continually amazed by your positive attitude and new found perspective on life. I am trying to adopt the lessons you're learning and sharing in my life. Love you all!

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    1. jenrvballJune 2, 2016 at 9:43 PM

      We are also learning so much through this. There must be some purpose in this and as I can begin to see things with more clarity...a purpose is appearing to me. I think that is what some of the writing in this blog has pointed me towards

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  2. UnknownMay 25, 2016 at 4:24 PM

    Such wonderful news!! Keep moving, Charlotte!! So much to celebrate today. Love to you all! Xo

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  3. Kevin SweeneyMay 25, 2016 at 4:48 PM

    Astounding! What a perfect birthday present for yerboy, know he is one happy Daddy today...for many reasons! So happy to hear this news. Happy birthday brother!! Your beautiful daughter continues to overcome and amaze us all. #charlottestrong

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  4. UnknownMay 25, 2016 at 6:49 PM

    Praise God
    For another Giant forward step in her Journey
    For a delightful grandson " Way to go Parker Congrats"
    For a Son I am extremely proud of
    For a woman who is a Super Mom
    And for an incredible Big Sister
    Thank you Father for this wonderful family
    Pops

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  5. Erin WallaceMay 25, 2016 at 8:02 PM

    What a great birthday present! This is great news and i am so impressed by her spirit. Congratulations Reynolds family for an A+ day! Keep moving!!

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  6. UnknownMay 26, 2016 at 3:09 PM

    What amazing news. Know that you had a great birthday Brian. Charlotte you teach us all to treasure what is really important in life: living each day to the fullest and the love of family and friends. God watch overy you always and give you complete healing. I proudly wear my Charlotte strong bracelet. Jennifer we so look forward to all your updates. Not sure if you get my messages. They seem to go into cyber space. Will try again.
    John and Terri

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  7. UnknownMay 26, 2016 at 3:09 PM

    What amazing news. Know that you had a great birthday Brian. Charlotte you teach us all to treasure what is really important in life: living each day to the fullest and the love of family and friends. God watch overy you always and give you complete healing. I proudly wear my Charlotte strong bracelet. Jennifer we so look forward to all your updates. Not sure if you get my messages. They seem to go into cyber space. Will try again.
    John and Terri

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    1. jenrvballMay 31, 2016 at 3:27 PM

      Thanks so much John and Terri:) I don't use this gmail email so if it goes there perhaps that's why I don't see your emails but I will check. Thanks so much for your kind words, prayers, and encouragement! We are feeling all the love from the entire amazing Sweeney clan!

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