Elizabeth's Leukemia | The Backstory - Part I

On September 18th Elizabeth had her 3 year old well-baby check-up.  She was healthy.  I know this because the doctor and Heavenly Father told me.

By the next week Elizabeth had caught a cold.  Fever, cough, runny nose, the works.  After a few weeks she was getting better, but then General Conference weekend she was not feeling well again.  So Monday, October 8th we were back at the doctors for an ear infection.

Usually within a few days after starting antibiotics Elizabeth is back to her usual self, but she wasn't.  Fever was gone, so I assumed that being sick for a few weeks took it's toll on her, and she just needed some extra time.

The following Sunday Elizabeth fell asleep on Brian's lap, and stayed with him all during church.  While he was holding her he had a couple people mention that she didn't look too well.  During Elder's Quorum he sat next to our friend that is a hospital ER resident, and talked to him about our concerns and had him briefly look at Elizabeth.  He recommended pushing fluids and food, and if she didn't perk up in a couple days, take her in for labs.

We watched her the next few days and worked hard to get her to eat and drink more, but she still didn't perk up.  So the morning of Thursday, October 18th I called and made an appointment to take her in to see her doctor that evening.  Little did I know where that appointment would take us.

Park time with my girl

I had a wonderful time at the park with my girl this morning. It was so much fun climbing, sliding, swinging, and laughing together. Oh, and playing in the dirt!  I also got so rejuvenated taking fun pictures of her for her monthly. Can't believe she is 32 months!

11:30 | One Thankful Thing

Routine

Elizabeth loves her routines for going down for naps and bedtime.  She will often remind me if I forget something.  We do things that she likes to do (read books, sing songs, and snuggle) so she likes to do it.

10:30 | One Thankful Thing

First snowfall

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  My Family

I love my family so much!  I've been blessed to have such a wonderful husband, and a delightful daughter.  I have also been blessed with amazing parents, siblings, in-laws, and extended family.

8:30 | One Thankful Thing

Hair Elastic

I am not sure what I would do if I wasn't able to put my hair into a ponytail.  My hair has gotten so long, and gets everywhere.  Most times I just need to put it up really quickly, so these little things are a lifesaver.

  

7:30 | One Thankful Thing

Books

I love to get completely lost in a good book!  I am so glad that Elizabeth is falling in love with books, too.

6:30 | One Thankful Thing

Dancing

I love to dance!  Dance while cleaning, with my husband, by myself, with my little girl, with family and friends.  Dancing always puts a smile on my face, and makes everything seem right in the world.

5:30 | One Thankful Thing

Leaves

The best part about fall...jumping into a big pile of leaves!  I am so grateful that I got to share that joy with Elizabeth this year.

4:30 | One Thankful Thing

Scarves

I am almost always cold, so scarves are wonderful to help keep me warm.