Keira went in yesterday for blood work and an echocardiagram (a test in which ultrasound is used to examine the heart). The heart exam came back with good results. They did not see anything negative. The blood work came back as expected. Her counts are beginning to drop, and she is now more susceptible to infections, and so we have to begin to be extra careful. If she gets sick at all, she will end up being hospitalized.
This morning she learned how to slide down her little indoor slide. We took a few of the larger stuffed duck animals and used them as cushions for her to slide into. She absolutely loved it! Giggling and laughing all the way down the slide and then frantically doing her sign for more and pointing at the slide.
So, she is still doing well, still enjoying life, still laughing and smiling, still embracing what it means to be alive in God's amazing world. We love just watching her, listening to her, and being with her. I can think of nothing so rewarding as being part of the life of this beautiful little girl.
Please pray that she stays well so we can keep her out of the hospital and that the chemo works on the cancer and destroys it. Thank you so much for keeping in contact with us, praying for us, and giving us strength as we go through this trial.
Jason, Erin & Keira
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3/9/2008 - Celebrating one year from diagnosis
Stylin at the Easter Egg Hunt!
2 years and I still love cake!
First trip to the zoo - a great reward after a long day at Childrens!
- and I even got to hold a bird!
I see how long it's taking mommy to get through - I'd better get started now!
PIGTAILS!
First day of school with best friend Ellie
How am I going to stick this landing?
The Fam
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Thanks for the latest update. We're still praying without ceasing.
Willena called the other day to find out how Keira and you all were doing. She's still technologically challenged and apparently not clear about how to get onto your blog.
He is risen! Now that you're Anglican, Jason, you know the proper response to that one.
With love,
Mike for us both
The Lord is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! We are joyful to see little Keira playing and enjoying life, as her spirit lifts ours as well.
We'll continue to be face down at the cross for each of you!
The Chamberlains--
Patrick, Valerie, and Tucker Ewing
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