This past month has been the hardest of the hard. The hardest it will get for her. She witnessed death (of other patients), she battled with the "why" of it all, and the demons. She lost her hair. She didnt sleep much on a bed that was "alive." She missed home. She sold a home and said goodbye to a ward family, all without being there in person. Her kids grew. She fought those broken cells. And she made it home for a most important 6th birthday. She wins.
There will be an adjustment period. The kids have to get used to having mom around again to crack the whip. Mom has to get used to being mom again and all the exhaustion that comes with that. Naps are essential.
Trevan runs up to her and laughs. Each time he sees her, he laughs. He got up this morning and ran into her room, and laughed. He got her coping skills. It's like he can't believe she is still there. But he is thrilled that she is.
And, so are we!
Here's to a new home, a new life. But, a life. A new chapter in mortality.
Visiting:
(Shan needs to be very cautious of germs. But she still has no immune system, so that makes sense. The visiting hours are no longer restricted by hospital rules. Calling in advance is appreciated. ;-). Just make sure you are healthy! Wash or hand sani your hands upon arrival. And if at some point you are asked to wear a mask -- her house, her rules-- don't take offense. Grab that sucker, slap it on and be grateful she is here to ask it.)
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