Since Wednesday of last week, we have been at Children's Hospital. It all came about very suddenly but Emma has been diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL). I took her to the Pediatrician on Wednesday afternoon and by that night we were admitted to the hospital. The diagnosis was confirmed on Thursday and treatment begun on Friday. This is such a shock. Noone thinks something like this can happen to them and I was no different. Under the circumstances Emma is doing as well as can be expected and she is responding normally to treatment. We are honestly extremely optimistic and hopeful for a full recovery though we know the road will be long and tough.
I have decided that this is all I want to say on this blog about Emma's condition and treatment for now. Here I am choosing to focus on the positive aspects of our everyday life. I am convinced there will be plenty of things to be happy about in the coming months as we fight this battle. Emma is a strong little girl and has the love and support of so many people. She will beat this!
If you are interested in following Emma's treatment, we have created a site at caringbridge.org
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Yes, she WILL beat this! We all believe that. If Emma could only grasp the tremendous support she has in her family and friends from all over, she would be so touched and thankful. I look forward to your next entry. You are right that there will be lots of positive things to look forward to... like Emma's speedy recovery!
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