Monthly Archives: April 2008

Girl and the Internet The first week of chemo is usually no sweat. But a few weeks in and she starts to feel it. She’s been achy and nauseous and generally uncomfortable today. She stayed home from school and napped … Continue reading →

Jordan, age 9 1/2 in April She’s very excited today because she’s been invited to interview with a video crew doing a piece for the Lance Armstrong Foundation. This morning she asked her mom about it. She wanted to know … Continue reading →

Jordan Portrait I am strong. I am temperamental. I am blossoming. I am confident. I am apt to laugh. I am prone to indulge in sweets. I am transfixed by music. I am loving school. I am perplexed by my … Continue reading →

Watching Together Jordan had a nice, enjoyable break from chemo. It coincided with her spring break at school. She produced art, visited with friends and lounged lazily around the house. Monday she starts again.

Just Lounging She’s not the same little girl. She’s growing up in every way. It’s wonderful to watch her blossom, especially given all that she’s overcome. Cancer hasn’t stopped her. And as she becomes a young lady, I revel in … Continue reading →

She and Me I board a plane. I trek to a hotel. Do a meeting. Grab a meal. Board another plane. Then I come home. And waiting for me is this little angel with a devilish spirit. She’s the first … Continue reading →