Monthly Archives: February 2009
Ambiguity
A groggy, and slightly cranky Jordan rests after the MRI It was a long, long day. For the most part, it went well. Jordan cooperated with the technicians for her MRI and she came to afterward with only minor fuss. … Continue reading
1:20pm
It’s been a frustrating day. As much as I love Children’s Hospital, and I do love them, they are a case study in dysfunctional operations. If not for the unbelievable talent of the doctors and nurses, I’d consider moving Jordan’s … Continue reading
10:40am
MRI Prep She’s in the tube for the next two hours. She had an easier time getting accessed today. She still gets anxious, but she did her best.
Back in the Tube
Jordan’s Saturday iPod Maneuver It’s back to the MRI this week. On Wednesday. The mood is mellower than usual. It’s not to say we worry less. We just cope better. Jordan went in for a “walk study” on Friday. They … Continue reading
Hope
Portrait in Knit Hat 3 In her confident gaze, I see all that is right with the world. She doesn’t blame. She rises. She doesn’t regret. She hopes. The reason I laugh and cherish, imagine and float, is because of … Continue reading
Monkey in the Morning
Jordan’s Favorite Tea Cup I relish mornings. It’s prime writing time. Quiet, new, open. Even though I was up until nearly 2am last night, it didn’t stop me from rolling out of bed by 7 without any help of the … Continue reading
Reanimated
She’s been sick with the flu. Her counts were so low on Monday that she had to skip chemo this week. But she’s on the mend and resuming her nonstop pace. Today she hopes to make a cake. She’s already … Continue reading