Monthly Archives: January 2008
Jordan Does Homework
Jordan does her homework She’s been very interested in reading and writing. Though she still struggles with letter shapes, she makes more attempts each day. Today she worked with Jeanette to craft a diorama of photos and artifacts from her … Continue reading
Scan
Jordan, as photographed through the MRI It has stalked her for five years, this amorphous sickness called cancer. She’s heard us whisper about it, exchange knowing glances, even openly discuss the process by which it challenges her as she goes … Continue reading
The Joy of Stable
The results from the MRI are in, and Jordan’s condition is stable. It’s not a very attractive word: stable. No real sex appeal. But, in her case, it’s very good news. It means the drugs are working. When you combine … Continue reading
Adventures in Inner Space
She goes in for MRI today. She has a lot of apprehension this time around. She asked about it constantly over the weekend, and bristled occasionally when she really thought about all that goes into it. It’s a sign that … Continue reading