Monday, July 19, 2010 at 8:00PM all's well.
we couldn't actually wait for the results for a month so we went to the hospital last week to see whether they could give us a clue and thankfully they let us know there and then - no change.
a bit cheeky i was thinking, just turning up without an appointment and asking them to look over our case, but as always the nurses and doctors are more than willing to help out. i've started to know their names and they all remember Fletch when we go there.
it is such a terribly tragic place - the pediatric oncology consultant's office - i sit there terrified every time, knowing that people can receive the most crushing, devastating news behind that door. i see the fear in the eyes of the other parents as we nod solemnly at each other, united in desperation, praying for the 'all-clear'.
incredibly Fletch knows it as the place where the 'nice doctors' are. i genuinely think he likes it there with all of the balancing, coordination games they get him playing and of course, the attention.
Dr Acha, tells me that from his perspective Fletch's recovery is going very well. At this point my dread disappears and is replaced by joy - instantly, with no in-between stage. it is giddying and makes we want to hug Dr Acha and his staff, to invite them all to my house to dinner, to give them gifts, buy them drinks. now it is me and not Fletch who does not want to leave. but i do. all the while wondering if the doctors and nurses can fully understand the significance of what just happened?
Reader Comments (1)
What wonderful, wonderful news! I couldn't be more happy for you. Time to breathe and enjoy life again!
Blessings! I am so looking forward to seeing your family in October!
Nancy