Return to the Clinic

Grant went to the clinic today for his monthly visit. He had a really hard time with putting on his numbing cream and getting his port accessed. It was almost like he forgot what we do at the clinic. The kid has a mind like a steel trap, so I think he chooses to not think about it and block it out. After that he did really well. He got a great report from Dr. Heym and did everything that was asked of him - cheerfully. All of his blood counts looked really good too.
Grant started his 5 days of steroids today and is continuing with all of his other medications. He took some pills at the clinic today and no one could believe how well he did it b/c he puts up such a fight over the accessing of his port. We've decided that it's just the one thing he's chosen to take a stand on. And that's OK....but he still has to do it. ;) Everyone at the clinic commented about how great Grant looked...and that his hair is coming back...again.
Right now, our concern is that Trent seems to have a cold. He is feeling pretty terrible and not getting much sleep. We just hope that he can recover quickly and the rest of us can stay healthy.
Several of you have been concerned and contacted us regarding the news reports about benzene in the air causing leukemia. We have presented this information to Grant's doctor and he has assured us that Grant's case is completely random. Many organizations, including Cook Children's, are continuing to study the effects of benzene in the air and we will be involved in anything that could prevent other families from facing a leukemia diagnosis.
We know that your prayers have been the most important part of Grant's treatment and ask that you continue praying as we travel this road.