Greetings,
I know it has been a while since I posted, but it is because we have been busy living!
Before I update you on anything else, I have to tell you that yesterday was a great day. I went to visit Sarah at school, we went out to lunch, shopping, grocery shopping, and even got our flu shots. What is so great about that you might ask? My daughter is HAPPY!!!!!! She was bubbly and talkative and a pleasure to be with, my best buddy is back and I could not be happier or more proud. Spending time together and enjoying each others company is what I missed most during Sarah's illness.
updates:
1. Sarah worked at the Y-camp until August 16th, ending on a high note. She got great reviews from her bosses, but more importantly, she received cards and friendship bracelets from all of her campers! Nothing better in the world than over 20 "love" notes from little 7 year old girls!!!!
2. No rest for the weary, Sarah had an MRI, blood work and 3 more immunizations on August 19th.
ANOTHER GOOD REPORT!!!!!
3. We then embarked on a whirlwind "girls" vacation. Headed to Saratoga Springs, NY; picked up Grandma, and continued on to Vermont to my sister's home. Spent a few days catching up with family, even had the chance to have lunch with my dad's Cousin Vinny and his wife Judy. All eyes were a little teary as thoughts turned to Dad, and how much he is missed! We helped Rachel sort through her room in preparation for her first year at college, amazing how much "stuff" girls need.
4. Then it was back to Mom's house, just in time to take her for a fun day of oral surgery. True to form she came through with flying colors; and of course insisted that she did not need pain medicine. What a trooper! Then it was back home to get Sarah packed for school.
5. August 30th was back to the DR. for 3 remaining immunization shots and blood work. Sarah is now good to go. Almost done with shots, 1 in October and 5 more next summer. Just like her Grandma, Sarah is a trooper.
6. Packing a girl for school is just so much fun; 5 large rolling suitcases, several other small bags, 2 cars, 1 student and 2 parents. After several trips back and forth to the parking lot, and up and down on the elevator, Sarah was all settled into her suite. Very nice set up, 4 single rooms, a bathroom, and half kitchen (large fridge, microwave, sink, closets, table and 4 chairs, sofa, NO stove).
7. Since the Labor day move in, I have been to visit Sarah 3 times. Believe it or not, each time I had to bring more absolutely necessary, can't live without "stuff."
That pretty much brings us up to date. I am so happy and relieved to report that my girl is happy, healthy, and having fun. Looking forward to many more GREAT DAYS!
love and smiles,
M
