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Fergus,Hoping you're enjoying all the wonderful sights and sounds of summer!

God bless,love & hugs,Linn,Daniel,Michael & Ariel
The Marrero <gillinn7@msn.com>
- Monday, July 20, 2009 0:33 AM CDT

Hi Fergus!

Glad to hear about your checkup, and praying for more good news next month.

Sorry about Aunt Wendy.

www.caringbridge.org/al/mamieadams
Mamie's Daddy
Huntsville, AL USA - Monday, June 8, 2009 10:00 PM CDT

I'm so sorry to hear about Aunt Wendy. Have a safe trip to be with family. Fergus' counts look great so maybe the testicle just has a mind of it's own (I didn't think that happened until they were older). Testicles: the bane of the world's existence.
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Saturday, May 30, 2009 11:30 PM CDT

Hi Lauren! I have you guys on my favorites list so I check in occasionally. Great to hear that Gus sailed thru his appt! I'm sure checking on that one issue won't make him too happy!
I see your Mom all the time - the kids love seeing "Quinnie" at the quilt store!
My condolences to Rob and his family - that must have been quite a shock. Travel safely!

Barbara Murphy Foley <mom2smf2@yahoo.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Saturday, May 30, 2009 6:13 PM CDT

Gorgeous photo of Fergus!
Paulette
Petaluma, CA USA - Wednesday, April 29, 2009 2:19 PM CDT

Hi Lauren,
Just stopping by to let you know I'm thinking of you! I hope Fergus is having a great day and I hope your nerves are still somewhat in tact.

Stay strong my friend.......Nancy, Matthew's Mom
Nancy Vinson <nancyvinson@verizon.net>
- Wednesday, April 8, 2009 7:33 AM CDT

I absolutely love to read what both you and Rob have to say. You are both so eloquent and I really relate to what you both write. In fact, this last post really hit home, as we're just a few weeks off treatment and I'm starting to realize that the fear never goes away.
Sending my love to you and yours.
www.helpisabel.us
Paulette
Petaluma, CA USA - Monday, April 6, 2009 8:16 PM CDT

As another Cancer Mom in off-treatment mode, I think your fears and anxiety all sound perfectly 'normal'. We spend so many years in remote control and just do what we have to do, that these normal times bring too much time to think and worry. Every fever, every little sore, abnormal blood tests etc, send us into panic mode or get us thinking about the what if's. Can't say if it will ever go away, these are our children. While we don't ever want relapse, it will find a corner of our brain to hang out in and the thought will give us pokes now and then. All we can do is try to set that other shoe down gently and hope the man below never hears it fall!!!!!!!!
Angie, Chris, Owen, Tyler and Jake (www.caringbridge.org/wa/owen) <awawrzaszek@hughes.net>
auburn, NY usa - Tuesday, March 31, 2009 5:23 AM CDT

Don't worry--this has happened to Finn before, too. Give him some high iron foods and it will pop right back up. Mine is so low most of the time that I can rarely donate blood. Eamonn's is so high he wouldn't pass a drug test in cycling. There's a huge range--never fear! Spinach anyone???? A nice burger sounds better.
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Thursday, February 5, 2009 9:29 PM CST

We'll be waiting to hear the GREAT results from clinic tomorrow! PS--I joined Facebook this week. Eeeeek!
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Wednesday, February 4, 2009 6:33 PM CST

I was just thinking about what a cool guy Gus is and how much I like his drawings. And he is lucky to have such a sweet sister like Norah.
Uncle Michael <jmquinn23@yahoo.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Friday, December 26, 2008 5:43 PM CST

Hi Fergus and Lauren! You may not remember me - it's been awhile since we've "talked". I am so thrilled to see Fergus continuing to do well. Audrey Kate is now 19 months OT and has almost identical counts to Fergus'. I'm horrible at updating her CB site. I should though so that everyone can see how fantastic she is. So far, we've seen no real late effects. She is doing well in school but is a bit slow in completing work. We'll have to watch that to make sure it's not a processing issue. She loves being a "normal" 8-year old and does not want to discuss her leukemia past at all. The only time the topic can come up is at her bimonthly doctor's appts and any oncology-related parties. I figure she'll talk about it when and if she's ready. Right now, she doesn't want to be any different than her friends. Well, I just wanted to let you know I still think of you, Fergus, and wishing you well!

Happy Holiday!
Robin
Robin Birchfield <w.birchfield@comcast.net www.caringbridge.org/fl/audreykate>
Jacksonville, FL 32205 - Tuesday, December 23, 2008 8:34 PM CST

Hi All:

We hope Santa Claus is good to you all, especially Gus & Norah!

Gram & Grampy are excited you will be with us a week from today, on Christmas Day. We will have a big group of family at our Christmas Day Buffet and hope you come with empty bellies!

We will miss having Uncle Michael for Christmas and hope he has an enjoyable one feeding the homeless and visiting with friends. We are so proud of him devoting his life to others who are in need and know there will be no coal left by Santa in his stocking!

Love you all and see you in 7 days!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Thursday, December 18, 2008 10:36 AM CST

I'm so glad to catch up with all of you via CB. Hope all the positives keep piling up--you deserve them.

Karen, Clare's mom www.caringbridge.org/md/clareschmidt
Cabin John, MD USA - Wednesday, December 3, 2008 6:11 PM CST

I just happened by tonight and saw your update! YAY! I love reading about your life in Vermont and your homeschooling. If we didn't live in CO, I'd want to live in VT. But maybe that's just because I love White Christmas. Snow, snow, snow, snow, snow!. . .I'll think of you when I watch it! Fergus' counts will be great next week--I just know it! We're off to NYC next week for Finn's Make A Wish trip! I haven't blogged about it yet--I'm waiting to get our intinerary from MAW late this week. They make you wait until right before you go. Nice surprise, and yet horrifying for a control freak such as myself who is wanting to know exactly when we have to be where! Happy Belated Thanksgiving!
Natalie <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Monday, December 1, 2008 11:31 PM CST

Ohhhh, I was so happy to stop by and see an update! I miss you! I'm so sorry to hear about all of the challenges you've had this fall. And the leg pain? What is up with that? We hear about it from Finn, too, and it sends me into a dither. Our oncologist probably thinks I'll never leave them alone. I'm imagining you all walking in the beautiful fall leaves...
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Monday, October 27, 2008 10:30 PM CDT

Hi Everyone!
It was great to see you in clinic and it is great to read an update from you! We are so sorry about all your recent challenges - and especially your kitty. Teague is gorgeous - of course. You all looked wonderful and we are so glad that everything went well this month and that Fergus is doing well. We have a box for Norah when you are ready!! Love, Jennifer & Betty
Jennifer Faul <BeachPenguin@aol.com>
Burlington, VT - Tuesday, October 21, 2008 3:07 AM CDT

Wow - what a time you guys have had. We also lost a kitty in the past month. My son Jake picked out his first ever walking out of a tank (i.e., hermit crab) pet. We picked a black and white kitty out from the humane society. Unfortunately, within three weeks he got sick and died suddenly. I know how hard it is - especially if your kitten helped you so much during your difficult days of treatment. I am glad to hear October is turning around for you guys and what beautiful pictures of your outing (on the day of my wedding anniversary). Take care and enjoy your fall days!!
Kim Cortez <mkj_cortez@verizon.net>
Chesapeake, VA - Monday, October 20, 2008 10:18 AM CDT

I am not sure if you have heard of our group, but just wanted to invite you to check out People Against Childhood Cancer (PAC2) at http://curechildhoodcancer.ning.com/.
This group started up in mid-Aug and now has over 1500 members. The goal is to #1 - grow, #2 - organize and plan awareness actions and #3 - speak as one united voice for our kids. We are always looking for energized members who have the time and energy to help lead and participate and collaborate. Please consider joining us and doing your part to make a difference in the world of Childhood Cancer. Hope to see you there.
Debbie (freewebs.com/courtneynicole)
Debbie
- Thursday, October 16, 2008 7:02 PM CDT

Bonjour Fergus et famille, just checking in to see how things are ... sounds like you had a great time at camp! Great to see those fantastic blood counts. Take care.
Sharon Owttrim-Fraser (www.caringbridge.org/canada/stewart)
Shediac River, NB CANADA - Tuesday, September 16, 2008 9:03 AM CDT

Hi, I was thinking of you so I wanted to check in. I'm glad things are going well and camp was fun! The puppy is very cute! :)

Take care, Christina
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Saturday, September 13, 2008 6:06 PM CDT

Hi Fergus & Norah (Mummy & Daddy, too):

Gram & Grampy are looking forward to coming up to your house a week from tomorrow, September 18th, and watching you until Tuesday morning, September 23rd while your Mummy & Daddy go out to Seattle, WA to celebrate Uncle Michael's 40th Birthday.

Try to think of some things we can do while they are away.

Love ya and see you in a week!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Wednesday, September 10, 2008 2:50 PM CDT

Hi Fergus & Norah (Mummy & Daddy, too):

Gram & Grampy are looking forward to visiting you in Ve
rmont this Friday through Sunday! Save us lots of hugs & kisses!

Teague looks very cute!

Gus looks a little "chubby" and healthy-probably as a result of his week at camp with all its goodies!

See you in 3 days!

Love ya!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Tuesday, August 26, 2008 4:00 PM CDT

You're so brave letting him go to camp. I'd be hanging onto the back bumper of the bus! I'm weak that way.
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Tuesday, August 12, 2008 0:01 AM CDT

Hi Gus & Norah (Mummy & Daddy, too):

Gram & Grampy had a great last weekend with you all!

Gus, we are very proud you want to attend the weeks, sleepover camp at Lake Champlain starting tomorrow. It should be very exciting with lots of fun activities!

Maybe we'll see Mummy & Norah at the Quinn Open this Tuesday.

Lots of love, kisses and hugs!

Love ya!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Saturday, August 2, 2008 12:52 AM CDT

Hi Fergus, I wanted to stop by your site and say hello. I met your mom a few weeks ago and she took very good care of my little dog, Maddie. I hope you are having a good summer. You sure are a handsome boy and I'm glad you and your family had a good time in Washington.

Hara Dwyer <bckbskc@aol.com>
Barre, VT - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 8:23 PM CDT

Fergus & Norah (Mummy & Daddy, too):

Gram and Grampy are very excited you all will be at our house on Friday afternoon, only 5 days away! We haven't seen you for a while and can't wait to catch up on many hugs, kisses & loves!

Uncle Brian, Aunt Amy and your triplet cousins - Emma, Grace & Riley- will join us Friday evening for supper and to celebrate Uncle Brian & Aunt Amy's birthdays. We'll get a cake and ice cream for all of us.

We'll watch you Saturday evening so your Mummy & Daddy can go out on "a date" to celebrate their 11th wedding anniversary, which is that day. Maybe we'll do something special that night. Any ideas?

See you in 5 days!

Love ya!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Sunday, July 20, 2008 1:37 PM CDT

So glad to read an update. I can totally understand the feeling of not wanting to be reminded of the last three years. I just myself, update my son�s site after a 6-month void in my updates. However, even though I was not updating our site, I have been checking on Ferges and family. I find a fondness for your family and can relate to your cancer mom worries, etc. Anyway, I am happy to hear you are having �normal� problems. I do hope you continue to update some and/or blogg because I love reading of your parenting and daily lives in VT (a place I secretly would love to live � I guess its not much of a secret now!).

Take care and enjoy your cancer-free days!

Kim Cortez
Aka Jake�s Mom (www.caringbridge.com/va/jakec)

Kim <mkj_cortez@verizon.net>
Chesapeake, VA - Thursday, July 17, 2008 12:09 AM CDT

So glad to hear things are going so well!!! Sure hope Fergus goes to camp. Owen went to Camp Good Days for the first time last year (also an overnight camp for kids with cancer). It was very hard on both of us as he boarded that bus. I was crying he was scared and we just watched each other as the bus pulled out. But you know what - he had an AWESOME time and forgot all about being sad and scared as he entered this fabulous world! This year he almost forgot to give me a hug&kiss before boarding - I had to call him back!!! So give it a try!!!!
Angie, Chris, Owen, Tyler and Jake (www.caringbridge.org/wa/owen) <awawrzaszek@hughes.net>
auburn, NY usa - Tuesday, July 15, 2008 5:41 AM CDT

Hi Fergus, Norah, Mummy & Daddy, too:

What a handsome guy is on the cover page! And what a beautiful princess is in the photos.

Gram & Grampy miss seeing you and cannot wait to see you in a little over 2 weeks when you come to visit us the weekend of July 25th.

We'll watch you when your Mummy & Daddy go out on a date that Saturday evening to celebrate their 11th Wedding Anniversary. It doesn't seem that many years have passed since the wonderful time we all had on Lopez Island.

WOW!!!! Over a year since your treatment stopped, Gus! Congratulations!!!!!! We are so proud of you and your devoted little sister.

Congratulations to Daddy, too, for his gallant scaling of Mt. Rainier!

See you in 16 days!

Love ya and miss ya!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Wednesday, July 9, 2008 6:33 PM CDT

This is Uncle Michael just saying he is happy that Gus has passed his one year off-treatment mark. I'm proud of him! And his supportive little sister Norah!
Uncle Michael <jmquinn23@yahoo.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, July 9, 2008 2:19 PM CDT

Finally,,, I found a moment to come to your site!
Fergus looks fantastic, and his count also looks wonderful!
Tonight, I needed to visit some sites which give me hope,
and yours is definitely one of them! (I am learning to
live with post-treatment life.)

Mika <mikaboow@comcast.net>
El cerrito, ca - Thursday, May 22, 2008 2:36 AM CDT

Hi Fergus
My name is Jenna and I came across your site. You are an inspiration and a brave, courageous fighter. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
caringbridge.org/visit/champ291
Jenna <nevergiveup301@aol.com>
Kamloops, BC Canada - Saturday, April 26, 2008 2:07 PM CDT

Hey Lauren,
Just have to say how much I've enjoyed reading your updates here. Thank you for taking the time to type out your thoughts and experiences of living with pediatric cancer and Fergus's triumphs over it.
Praying for good health, health and more health for each of you.
Take care,
Angie Armstrong
(Will's mom) from the ALL Kids Listserve
www.caringbridge.org/visit/williamarmstrong
Angie Armstrong <samandang@gmail.com>
Latham, NY USA - Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:38 AM CDT

Hey Fergus and family.

Hope you're all doin' well and enjoying the winter like we are. Lot's of sliding, ice-fishing, ski-dooing, etc. We are having a good old fashioned winter that does not want to end. Stewie's off at a friend's house sliding and eating ribs and seafodd lasagna, so he's good. You should plan a trip here and visit. We'd buy you all a lobster. Every little thing is goin' to be alright. Good luck with the race.

Duncan
duncan fraser <dfraserc593@rogers.com>
Shediac River, NB Canada - Saturday, March 22, 2008 6:06 PM CDT

I keep coming back in hopes that you might still be posting. . .I totally respect your decision, but I'll miss reading your words! I started a blog for many of the same reasons you cited--I was ready to step away. Drop by some time if you can! www.canicontrolmylifeificantcontrolmyhair.blogspot.com. Take care!
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Tuesday, March 11, 2008 10:36 PM CDT

Hi Lauren, I'm glad you've found the space to start thinking about all of these aspects of your life, beyond leukemia. I know how overwhelming it can feel, trying to decide how to move forward, but it is a good thing. You will work it all out and continue to get more of what you want from your life by facing all of this.

Good luck with the new adventures, and I hope you find lots of joy and satisfaction in the days to come. I'll be thinking of you as we move closer to our own OT date (this July!).

Deb Gruenfeld
Stanford, CA - Thursday, March 6, 2008 3:49 PM CST

Hi Lauren! I learned of Rob's climb when I was at Onion River yesterday with Sir Sox the Cat. SO I had to check in here and say hello! I seem to miss you when I'm at the Vets but know you are always in my thoughts and prayers in Northfield.
I am struggling a bit with Morgan's O/T coming up in April. I, of course, am thrilled she is almost done this journey; but I am petrified of the thought of being without the safety net of chemo. I'm just praying on it.
If it would be ok, we'd like to mention Rob's climb in Morgan's C/B Journal. Just let me know if we can put a little plug in for him. (Matthew was hilarious at Onion River. When they told me Rob was going to climb Mt. Ranier, Matthew pipes in "Why not Mount Everest?"...everyone got a good chuckle and assured Matt that Rob had to start with a wee bit of a smaller Mountain before he attempted to conquer Everest. Just let Rob know that Matt has all the faith in him to make that his next climb - haha!)
As I read your entry I sense that Matt and Fergus are alike in many ways. Maybe a play date one of these days, and if you and Rob need some adult time and G & G aren't available, we'd be happy to entertain Fergus and Nora. Morgan can show Fergus her port scar! (grin)
Thank you for allowing us into your lives through this Journal. Your writing has been spectacular and has really given a clear and heartfelt picture as to what the journey is like. Praying always that Fergus remains A Survivor!
Vicki Corson and Family
Corson/Lamorey Family www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth
- Wednesday, March 5, 2008 6:49 AM CST

I read your thoughts and I recognise a lot of them from my own experience. Here in Sweden they do not perform any tests like that - only if problem arises. And right now we do not think much about how chemo might have affected Leon in a long time perspective. We'll see what happens in school though. Leon too seems to be very personal in his learning style, and I hope school will be able to cope with that.
I also recognise that part about problems to have babysitters and find time for yourself, or maybe rather problems to decide that it is important enough.

I think leaving this site and focus more on life just now is a good decision - but I know for sure I will continue to check in and look for updates... I will miss you here!

Love,
Anna
Anna, Leon & family - www.caringbridge.org/europe/leons <anna.gustafsson@nordlund.lu.se>
Lund, Sweden - Sunday, March 2, 2008 3:45 PM CST

It is great to hear that you are at a point where life is too busy to need this page right now! Hopefully it will stay that way!

I wondered how those neuropsych evals were done, and now I wonder how Kaden will do in a couple of years. The answers that Fergus gave sound reasonable to me, but then again we homeschool also, so thinking outside the box is normal around here too. My kids stink at fill in the blank questions! Hmm...at 8 years old kids should be able to ask an adult to show them how to do something, he is 8 not 15. Like boys need another excuse not to read the directions before performing a task lol.

Enjoy the date nights and exploring things that are your own!

www.caringbridge.org/visit/kadenkilburn
Wendy Kilburn - ALL-Kids
TX - Sunday, March 2, 2008 10:54 AM CST

Just checking to see how you all are! Are you snowed in?
Natalie (Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Wednesday, February 27, 2008 8:55 PM CST

Hi Fergus & Norah (Mummy & Daddy, too):

We hope Norah's fever is down and that her cough disappears. Same for Rob!

We miss you and are looking forward to your Easter visit-in less than a month. Even though you will celebrate Norah's 5th birthday on March 16th, we'll have a second celebration of such on Saturday, March 22nd while you are here. The trippies will love such!

Lots of love, hugs & kisses!

Gram & Grampy
Gram & Grampy Quinn <JoeQuinn2007@gmail.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 11:09 AM CST

I've been very lax about signing the guestbooks lately, but I'm here checking in on you. I hope all these viruses are done with your family, and that things are going well . . . . I've gone back to work, so I'm behind pretty much on everything else.

Best to you all.

Karen, Clare's mom www.caringbridge.org/md/clareschmidt
Cabin John, MD - Friday, February 22, 2008 5:05 PM CST

Hi Fergus and Family,
I found you from the leukemia/lymphoma discussion board. I just have to tell you that I love your name! My grandfather's name was Fergus, after his mother's maiden name Ferguson. It is great to hear of another Fergus in New England! Hope you are enjoying this winter...do you have as much snow as we do here in Western Maine?! If so you must have a ton!! Continue to stay healthy!!

Gretchen Fleming

www.caringbridge.org/visit/abbyfleming
Gretchen Fleming <bgflem@verizon.net>
Norway, ME 04268 - Thursday, February 14, 2008 12:59 AM CST

So glad to hear that Fergus is feeling so much better. I know you must be feeling a great sense of relief. Megan has chronic sinusitis, we finally found out just this week. Maybe you can push for a CT scan at his appt. if he doesn't seem better by then.

Good luck today with the neuro-psych, I hope it goes well!

Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1

Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Thursday, January 31, 2008 10:05 AM CST

Oh, I have read your entry about fears at night many times now. Leon had a stomach infection with fever last week and I had just been reflecting upon many of those things. I recognised it all. Those relapse scenarios playing in my head at night. And all this thinking about how to think, trying to find strategies for how to think, strategies that does not work at night...

I am happy to hear Fergus is feeling better now!

Love,
Anna
Anna, Leon & family - www.caringbridge.org/europe/leons <anna.gustafsson@nordlund.lu.se>
Lund, Sweden - Wednesday, January 30, 2008 4:10 AM CST

Hi Gus and everyone! Happy belated birthday! We saw your Gram at the quilt store yesterday and she said you are feeling better. So great to hear that! Now back to enjoying winter in VT! Take Care!
Barbara, Walter, Sean & Sara
Barbara Foley <mom2smf2@yahoo.com>
Walpole, MA USA - Tuesday, January 29, 2008 9:12 AM CST

You just verbalized (in writing!) absolutely every fear I have. We may be worried, and worried about being worried, but at least we're not alone. Sitting right here with you with the same thoughts!
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Sunday, January 27, 2008 9:30 PM CST

Lauren, don't worry about your friends and family using up their support for you, Rob, Gus and Norah. The support is strong and steady, just as yours has been for so many others. It's okay to share your fears - especially if it lightens the load a little. Be strong. In 20 years you'll look back on this time with relief that your natural fears were only that.
Carolyn <cstevens@trans-video.net>
- Saturday, January 26, 2008 5:00 PM CST

Hi there,

Thanks for stopping by our site. I'm was quite surprised that Bianca was so confident as this is only the second time that she's been to her daycare centre since she got sick.

I'm so pleased that you are finished with treatment. Did you find that life is pretty much what it was like before the illness or has it changed quite a bit?

Happy birthday Fergus! Hope it was a wonderful wonderful day!

I'll be following this part of your journey and keep you in my prayers and thoughts that you are fully cured going forward.

Lea White
Wellington, New Zealand
http://whitesinnz.blogspot.com
http://bravefighters.blogspot.com
Lea White <Lea.white@orcon.net.nz>
Wellington, New Zealand - Thursday, January 24, 2008 10:04 PM CST

Happy Birthday Fergus!
Love, Krissy, Chris, Julia, Cole & Courtney
Kristan Laden <kristanl@sbcglobal.net>
- Thursday, January 24, 2008 10:04 AM CST

HAPPY 8TH BIRTHDAY FERGUS!!!!!

Dina &Kayla
caringbridge.org/visit/kaylamc
Dina <dmc26@comcast.net>
- Wednesday, January 23, 2008 9:57 AM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FERGUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Christina - Megan's mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/meganavery1
Christina Avery <eandchris@comcast.net>
Rockville, MD - Tuesday, January 22, 2008 7:31 PM CST

Happy, Happy, Happy Birthday, Fergus! I'm right behind you with my "baby" turning 8 in March, Lauren! Hard to believe. . .
Natalie <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Tuesday, January 22, 2008 6:07 PM CST

Hi Fergus sorry to hear your not feeling well.You get better soon! Kayla was sick for over a week with a high temp,boy she really scared us,but all is good. Do you have any snow by you?We got about 4 inches last night,but now its pretty cold. Can't wait until Spring.
Dina & Kayla
caringbridge.org/visit/kaylamc
Dina & Kayla <dmc26@comcast.net>
Bristol, Il - Tuesday, January 22, 2008 2:27 PM CST

Hi Lauren! Sorry to hear about the fever...but I did a silent YIPPEE for an off treatment, no ER's fever. Boy that must feel good.
Morgan got her OT date. Last oral chemo on April 25th! We're excited and scared at the same time. But hopeful. Always, endlessly hopeful - that the beast is gone for good!
Was thinking of you because I'm getting ready to bring Sox in to Onion River for a follow up. He had a lovely abcess burst on his tail (UGH YUCK!) so we're going in to see what's left to do. Its amazing that getting antibiotics into a cancer teen is easier than getting them into a 9 pound cat. LOL.
Hope to see you soon.
Vicki Corson And Family

www.caringbridge.org/visit/morganelizabeth <vcorson@tds.net>
Northfield, VT - Monday, January 21, 2008 9:31 AM CST

Hey Fergus and family! I am so thrilled that you are already 7 months OT - just a couple weeks behind Audrey Kate. She had her bloodwork last week and her ANC was over 5000 and her WBC was 12,000. It hasn't been that high ever since treatment began. Those high numbers take a little getting used to. I just ran the Disney half marathon for TNT and was thinking of you and all my other leukemia heroes the whole way. I will try to update Audrey Kate's CB site soon - I'm no where near as good at updating as your mom is! Hope you keep feeling well!

Love,
Robin
Robin Birchfield <w.birchfield@comcast.net www.caringbridge.org/fl/audreykate>
Jacksonville, FL 32205 - Tuesday, January 15, 2008 6:21 PM CST

Man! 7 months! That's flown by for me, I don't know about you! :) I'm so glad counts were so great. I hope the sinus troubles get cleared up soon.

Lauren - I can't wait to see you Monday. It will be nice to talk in person again. See you at the airport. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Betsy...
Christina Avery
Rockville, MD - Friday, January 11, 2008 8:16 AM CST

Oh the sinus troubles for Finn--they are the bane of my (and his) existence. We are finally having some success with a few methods. He's letting me use some saline spray which we're doing morning and night. Because of the sensation he gets from the spray, he is FINALLY blowing his nose. May I just say hallelujah??? I also bought one of those NeilMed sinus rinse things. I use the adult version and now they make a pediatric version. It's somewhat of a battle to get him to do it, but it seems to help and once he realizes that, he settles down and lets me squirt the stuff up his nose. So at least stuff is coming out now and I can see that it's not actually infected, like I thought. We're also meeting with a homeopath next week to see what else we can do because the sinuses are eventually going to drive me around the bend. So, now I've taken up a huge chunk of the guestbook talking about things coming out of Finn's sinuses. How appetizing is that? Our oncologist says these sinus issues are very common is these post-chemo kids so at least we're all in this together. I'll think of you every time Finn's nose drips now. Happy New Year!
Natalie(Finn's Page) <nrooney@centurytel.net>
Eagle, CO - Wednesday, January 2, 2008 9:38 PM CST

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