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Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future.
The Weather in Texas is...
My two great kids!
I am a mother of two wonderful children whom I absolutely adore and cherish every moment that I get to spend with them. We have had a rough year, one that has been a test of our faith but we have learned how to rely on each other. We all have such a close relationship because of what we have endured together.
Savannah
Our sweet little Savannah is 9 yrs old. She is getting ready to start 4th grade. Savannah is a peacemaker, is tender hearted and always concerned about the feelings of others. She is a great helper and always willing to do anything you ask her to do. We are so blessed to have her be a part of our family.
Payton
Payton is our sweet little boy that has tugged on our heart strings and made our faith grow strong. Payton was a happy normal 2 year old little boy old when he started running a low grade fever, which eventually lead to the discovery that he had a rare kidney tumor (Wilm's Tumor) on June 1st, 2007. Payton was diagnosed as stage 2, unfavorable histology (diffuse anaplasia) in his right kidney. He has undergone a radical nephrectomy, radiation and chemotherapy. At Payton’s 2 year after treatment checkup they found a growth on his liver. We were extremely scared. Payton underwent another major 10 hour surgery in April of 2010. We were so relieved to find out that the spot was benign. The spot was an iron deposit left over from his multiple transfusions. What a relief and blessing.
Payton is doing great and will continue to have scans every 3 months for the next 3 years. We are staying very optimistic and love our little boy more than words can say. Payton has been a brave and courageous trooper through all of this. We are constantly reminded every time we look at him what a little miracle and true blessing he is to our family. We are so grateful that he is a part of our lives.
Payton is doing great and will continue to have scans every 3 months for the next 3 years. We are staying very optimistic and love our little boy more than words can say. Payton has been a brave and courageous trooper through all of this. We are constantly reminded every time we look at him what a little miracle and true blessing he is to our family. We are so grateful that he is a part of our lives.
Things I Love;
Diet Dr. Pepper with crushed ice
Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies
Brownies with Ice Cream
Ok; anything chocolate
Clean House
My Great Husband whom never complains and supports me
Friends
Sisters
Shopping
Being a mom to my Wonderful Kids
Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies
Brownies with Ice Cream
Ok; anything chocolate
Clean House
My Great Husband whom never complains and supports me
Friends
Sisters
Shopping
Being a mom to my Wonderful Kids
3 comments:
Dear Emily,
I have just finished reading your entire blog. What an incredible journey your family has been on for the past year and a half. My son, Pablo was diagnosed with bi-lateral Wilms' tumor in May '08. The histology on the right side was unfavorable and we began UH-1 straight away. We are just past half way and staying the course. I would love to talk to you if you're open to that. Payton is an inspiration to me - your entire family is, actually... but seeing the images of Payton post cancer is just so inspiring! My email is joann@dangerbirdrecords.com.
All the best in this healthy and happy new year.
Jo Ann Thrailkill
mother to Pablo Castelaz
www.pablove.org
What beautiful pictures. I am so jealous of your weather!
Oh what I wouldn't give to have that nice weather right now. We've been stuck in this inversion crap for awhile and it's getting old. Maybe I should head your direction....
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