WE ARE THE STORM

Sorry I haven’t posted an update in so long but I’ve been sucking up at much time possible with my happy baby girl. We were released from the hospital Friday so everything went as planned. Morgan impressed the doctors so much for her resilient attitude and everyone was so happy she has been reacting well on this new treatment. I, of course, am happy that she is up and playing like a normal 4 year old. She was sick right after the chemo but we were in the hospital so they were able to stay in front of the nausea and get her through it. She still has occasional pain and nausea so my job has been to try and figure out which symptom she is showing and try to control it. Its amazing how this experience has force me to learn the difference in moans from my child and which meds to give.

When we checked in Wednesday at PCH, Morgan received a couple fun surprises! While we were waiting for her named to be called, she was able to make two pictures frames: one for her baby bro and one for herself. It was at this point that I finally allowed myself to talk to a few of the organizations that help support the families going through. It is so amazing how many people are here to support and guide you through this journey. It is a very loving and kind community.

One of these amazing organizations is the McKenzie Monks Foundation! They put together these amazing Kenzie Kase’s and provide the perfect bag for each child. I have no idea how they knew EXACTLY what to get Morgan but they hit the bulls-eye with everything. From the pink bag, to the Shimmer and Shine dolls, and even a BRAND NEW IPAD! She was so excited and her smile below says it all!

Once we got up to the 7th floor, there was a GIGANTIC football player by the name of Max Starks that came by to meet Morgan and hang. He was the nicest guy and brought Morgan a Teddy Bear which she gave to her little bro.  She wasn’t feeling too hot from the Chemo the night before but kept talking about  her “football player” and was wondering why he didn’t bring any cheerleaders.

Brian Lagreca fixed that cheerleader situation by providing Morgan with her very own signed picture of the Cardinals Cheerleaders. Daddy says “Thank you Brian but try and get the real thing next time”.

By the time we got home, she was surprised again with the new Peppa Pig kitchen! It didn’t come with enough food so Morgan says we need to go to Target. Her brother also loves it but if I want to avoid an MMA fight in my playroom, I try to give them “individual time” to enjoy the new appliance.

Morgan got herself her very own poodle which she has named Joy. This will have to do until we can get her the real deal. Thanks Faith Phelps!

Let’s see what else…..OH! My best mate, Barbara Roether, painted on a medicine cabinet for Morgan. After receiving it in the mail from Uncle Eric Smith, she stole it and painted it. It’s my inspiration everyday.

She also finished a painting she started many many months ago. I fell in love with it the second I saw it and she’s been working on it every since. May I introduce: “Flag of She”

We go back Wed again this week and get home Friday if all goes well but we will have a week off after before we start Cycle 2. Ill keep you all posted and thank you for all your support!

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