Monthly Archives: September 2008
The Surprise Visit
My sister Lisa and Ricky, her fiance, surprised Jordan with a visit this weekend, en route to Europe. Jordan acted coy about it all at first, but within 15 minutes she was parading around with the Aunt who refers to … Continue reading
Departing Childhood
Sometimes it is hard to find anything to write about. Jordan’s story is blended with crescendos and quiet passages. During the most turbulent times the words pour out of me in my mind’s effort to vent, cope and adapt. But … Continue reading
Love Mails
Ever since Luc received a cell phone on his 10th birthday, Jordan has pestered us for a phone of her own. She reminded us nearly every day in the months leading up to her birthday in August. When it arrived, … Continue reading
Back to School
Jordan’s MRI showed stable results. Her medical team is starting a protocol that will introduce a new drug while alternating with the current drugs. It could mean that she only has to go in for intravenous therapy every other week, … Continue reading