10:30 pm: We’ve been in survival mode since arriving home from the hospital with Harvey last Wednesday. Lindsey and I both have terrible, achy colds that have kept us masked, not sleeping, and distancing from each other. We’ve been especially vigilant around Harvey, only getting close to him when absolutely necessary. He has no immune system right now. It’s been…
7:00 pm: Cold. That’s the word of the day. It’s cold outside. We have a cold spreading through our home. Impeccable timing! Lindsey and I almost have to laugh (to not cry) when acknowledging our luck: The moment we arrive home with our immunocompromised child with cancer, we have sickness spreading from kid to kid to parent to parent. We…
11:40 pm: We’ve awaited this day since Harvey was admitted to the hospital nearly a month ago. We’re all home tonight under one roof as a family. Thank you all so much for everything! I mean everything. When it felt, at times, that we couldn’t make it another day, we were backed by the love and support to keep us…
9:00 pm: It’s popcorn and movie night! We are winding down and will be ready for bed soon. Harvey’s nurse this evening is Rui, who skillfully and carefully shaved heads in this very room last evening. Truth be told, he was an actual hair stylist in his past life. The saying around here is “Rui does it all!” We can…
1:10 pm: “Leave me alone! Can’t you see I’m trying to sleep here?” exclaimed Harvey at 5 am as his nurse was trying to get his blood pressure. That’s the moment I knew he was going to be ornery today. I’m here to report that I was right. He’s ready to break out of this joint! Every member of his…
7:30 pm: Our original plans for today had us all in Rochester, MN. Outside enjoying 60° temperatures. Celebrating a birthday with beloved family friends. As I look out our hospital room window facing south, I’d give anything to be in our previous life. Over the horizon some 90 miles, beyond my line of sight, we’d be singing “Happy Birthday” just…
10:00 pm: Harvey had an uneventful day, relaxing and playing with mom at the hospital. He is currently winding down with a bowl of Fruit Loops and watching ”Mickey’s Twice Upon A Christmas” before bed. Our pantry at home is typically stocked with Cheerios, Kix, and Corn Flakes, but not Fruit Loops (or other sugary cereals). I can only assume…
4:15 pm: Harvey is lively today! Lindsey and I are enjoying every single moment of it. He had a great night of sleep, has been eating well, and has been very active. So far he’s had 2 full walks, spent 30 minutes playing “chef Harvey” in the playroom kitchen, pedaled the tricycle all around the 7th floor, and right this…
10:30 pm: I will never forget March 25, 2021. We lived in Rochester, MN. 8:00 pm. I had just put Hattie to bed, and I was now in Harvey’s bedroom reading him a bedtime story. We heard what sounded like fireworks. I paused reading mid-sentence. Forget the bedtime story! Down the stairs we went and outside to the backyard. We…
8:15 pm: I just introduced Harvey to his web site. We have been sharing every comment, email, phone call, text message, and card that has been sent wishing him well. Thank you all so much! I want to share with you how much he loves it. ❤️ 7:45 pm: Harvey napped for most the afternoon. He’s so worn out. He…
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