The resiliency of children and good news galore

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A grown adult would be nursing themselves for a couple weeks after the abdominal surgery Charlotte just had. Six days after surgery, Charlotte is not only back home but pretty much keeping up with her brother and sister again. Unbelievable! Children are so resilient. Charlotte certainly is. Besides a bladder infection probably from the catheter she had for 5 days, she is recovering beautifully! Her pain is low and managed by Tylenol alone so far. We have a stronger narcotic for break through pain but she hasn't needed it. And her appetite is returning quickly as well. This entire surgery has been a complete success. We feel so blessed. Our 3 amigos are happily playing together again. And Charlotte's battle scar...well it follows the bottom of her rib cage across her abdomin...in the shape of a rainbow❤️🌈. She wears it proudly and understands how "the doctors cut my tumor out. And I feel better".

But wait for it...as if the news couldn't get any better it does. Twice over. 1. Her bone marrow biopsy came back and results are negative!! Although that doesn't mean there are zero cancer cells in her marrow, it does mean we are that much closer to a big goal: Remission. 2. She gets 2 weeks home before her next round of chemo on August 5. And she won't be immunosurpressed from chemo, she won't need weekly blood transfusions due to low red blood cells or platelets because her marrow isn't suppressed with cancer any longer We can have normal, ordinary, extrodinary family time. And we will soak it in and drink it up. Our cup runneth over and we will try to do everything we can to be worthy of all these blessings, and of all of you who continue to pray and care for our Charlotte.
Charlotte learning about her scar

Ready to go home! 
Relaxing and recovering playing the tablet

Gettingyour nails done is just good medicine
Awake from surgery in PICU...that bottom lip


Running from Poppy monster while Schuey and Neal
Visit

Getting a visit from friends

Smiling at daddy and looking just like him here 

Selfie morning of the surgery. 
First solid food: Popsicle of course!

Comments

  1. Tim and LaniJuly 20, 2016 at 7:51 PM

    Another inspiring update!! Love!!

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  2. Kevin SweeneyJuly 20, 2016 at 11:52 PM

    She is beyond amazing! Love and continued prayers.

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  3. UnknownJuly 21, 2016 at 8:57 AM

    Just incredible!!! Charlotte is an inspiration. Love you all!!!

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  4. UnknownJuly 21, 2016 at 3:33 PM

    oh, the joy I feel inside for your family! I balled when i read about the surgery going well and everything after. Im teary now, i'm so happy. We have been praying for this for you guys for so long:) I wish I could hug you all and dance in a big circle! As I wrote in a text, I wouldn't judge you at all if you painted your whole house in rainbows. what a great symbol of hope that has carried you through so much. Way to go, Charlotte. Keep it up, you tough little lady!

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  5. UnknownJuly 21, 2016 at 5:41 PM

    Praise God for such an incredible little girl
    Her spirit, her personality and her super recovery is a tribute to her and the strength she gets from you and brian
    HE is definitely watching over her
    Keep Moving. Keep Going
    Charlotte Strong
    LY
    Pops

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  6. ppa1dayatatimeJuly 21, 2016 at 5:48 PM

    Absolutely convinced your Charlotte's strength and resilience is enormous. SO Happy for all the good news. There will be remission. There will be check ups. There will be possible (few, minor?)long term side-effects from chemo, but NOTHING will be as tough as the journey your family is just getting through! Your village is amazing and inspirational. Keep on going Charlotte!

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  7. EvansJuly 21, 2016 at 11:29 PM

    ☺️💖☺️💖☺️💖🌈🌈🌈

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  8. Amy ElizabethJuly 22, 2016 at 2:10 PM

    So so happy to read this! Tears of joy!! Always praying for all of you. She is an amazing kid!

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  9. UnknownJuly 22, 2016 at 3:35 PM

    Thank God for such wonderful news. Charlotte you are amazing. So happy you are back home playing with Parker and Taylor. Brian and Jennifer so happy for you both. God is so good. Be assured of our continued love, prayers and support. John and Terri

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  10. Lindsey & Zack GuessJuly 22, 2016 at 10:27 PM

    ❤️

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