Day 7

We've had another great day! Grant's appetite has increased and he is asking for waffles much of the time. He has also been snacking on all the food we have in the room. He played with many of the wonderful toys that he has received. Today was the first day that he really played normally. He didn't need a lot of prompting and prodding. He just got down out of the bed himself and got things to play with. He has been walking all over the room which can be kind of dangerous when he forgets he's attached to the IV. It really does not seem to bother him at all. He is still a bit leary of leaving the room. I really have to talk him into it and have a good reason for him to go for a walk. The only reason he wants to leave is to chase the "ladies" with Lightning McQueen. Today he told me I just needed to "ask that 'wady' for some milk."

He has even warmed up to Dr. Heym. When he came in to talk to us today, he made Grant smile and laugh. That's a big step.

The doctor also gave us another awesome report on Grant. He told us that the blood samples they took today did not show any leukemia cells. This is great news! But the most important test will be the bone marrow tomorrow. It's good that the blood does not show any, but they flush out of the blood first. So, there could still be some in the bone marrow. They will be doing several things in the morning while Grant is sedated. They will take another bone marrow sample to test the percentage of leukemia cells. We are praying for ZERO, complete remission. They will also do a spinal tap and adminster another round of chemo in his spinal fluid. He will get his second round of chemo given through the port in his chest. This needle and dressing will have to be changed as well. And he will also continue his oral steroid chemo that he takes twice a day. Tomorrow is going to be a big day. Grant sedates very easily and very well. Therefore, it takes a little while for him to come out of it. That will be ok b/c he has to lay flat on his back for an hour after the spinal procedure to prevent headaches. All of this should take place at 8:00 a.m. We should have all the results back by noon. I will try to post as soon as possible. Thanks for all of your continued prayers. We feel each one.