Greetings! Sorry for the long period of silence. Take that as a good sign...all is going great with Elliot. I guess we've been too busy having fun and have forgotten that so many of our dear friends would appreciate an update! :)
As of my last update, we had just completed radiation and were gearing up for another 9 weeks of chemo. However, at our chemo appointment on Tuesday, February 3rd, we were informed that his post-surgery chemo regimen would be once every three weeks rather than once a week. Obviously, we were pleasantly surprised and quite thrilled. Also, on that day, February 3rd, and yesterday, he received half the dose of chemo that he normally receives due to his recent completion of radiation and potential toxicity of putting too much chemo in his body within six weeks of completing radiation. All that said, the side-effects of the chemo have been minimal, and our little man has been much happier and has had more energy than during his pre-surgery chemo regimen. We feel like our fun-loving, silly, two-year-old boy is beginning to return after a long absence! It's so much fun!
If you're interested in seeing what I'm talking about, feel free to click on the following links. Recently, KWWL did a story on the two young ladies who have raised over $5000 for our family by selling TEAM ELLIOT bracelets. In the story, you'll see a happy little boy full of life, love and song!
(If you have trouble viewing these links on your phone, you may need to use a computer.)
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=360200840830670
(You may only be able to read this story on a phone. You may need to use a computer if you want to actually watch the video)
http://www.kwwl.com/story/28170471/2015/02/22/someone-you-should-know-lyndsey-bardal-adrienne-boettger#.VOq3aOn6Krs.facebook
https://www.facebook.com/simone.sundblad/posts/10155182876085123
As we look forward, the plan as we understand it, is to have two more chemo treatments, the last one being on April 7th. Three weeks later, on April 28th, Elliot will have another CT scan, lab work, and potentially some other tests to make sure all is well in his little body! A few weeks later, assuming he is doing well, we will schedule surgery to remove his port and will have a HUGE celebration as he turns three on May 15th. :)
Once again, a huge thanks to all who have contributed financially, brought us meals, helped with Julia, prayed for us diligently, and so much more. I've said time and time again throughout this journey how amazed I have been by the overwhelming goodness and generosity of others. We feel so incredibly loved and supported every single day!
Making Valentine Cards
Bringing mommy "breakfast" in bed
Pretending we're on the beach
Dr. Elliot
