Journal entry by Kyle Pemrick —
About a year ago our family had to stay at the children's hospital for a night due to a minor issue with Peyton. The only room they had available was on the floor with the kids with cancer. I remember walking around that floor feeling so bad for the sick kids and zombie looking parents who had been through it all. I remember telling Nikki I couldn't even imagine that being us. Flashforward to today and our little family finds ourselves on the 7th floor at the children's hospital, the cancer floor. On October 27th 2018 our lives changed forever. Our little happy go lucky boy was diagnosed with cancer, a type of leukemia. Less than 48 hours after diagnoses we went through surgery and the first round of chemo today. There's no reason a 17 month old child should have to go through this. Its bullshit, makes me mad/sad, makes me wonder why the hell is it us. Every parents worst nightmare is now our reality. Today's the beginning of a long journey, one I know we will concur. Peyton's a strong little boy and I have no doubt hes going to come out on top of this. One thing I would say to everyone reading this make sure u hug your kids tight tonight, don't take everyday life for granted, know that it can change in a flash and appreciate everything you have. #fuckyoucancer
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