We've Got Our CHOC Routine Down

Carter sporting his new hat

Carter was a little restless last night. He is definitely learning how to ask for what he wants. When we were sleeping and I wasn't the perfect pillow to cuddle up to, he'd wake me up and say "mama sit up" and he'd try and move me. And when our 16 month old roommate with leukemia would wake up crying in the night, Carter (half asleep) would say "no crying baby". He is still his sweet, mild mannered little self, but knows to speak up for himself too. He has become such a better patient also. When the nurses come in every 4 hours to take his vitals, he now sticks out a foot to do his blood pressure and lifts an arm to take his temperature. What a difference from the first day! Carter ate a little food today too (and kept it down). It was just a half cup of applesauce and a fourth of a pb and j sandwich, but it was something. He still is gagging a little bit, so we know to take it easy.

It's hard to believe we may go home on Thursday, and on Saturday have to come back to the clinic for his weekly chemo (just one drug) and blood work. Then, we'll be admitted back into the hospital in another two weeks from when we leave. Carter's care will definitely consume our lives for the coming months. But he's a fighter, and we're right here beside him! Carter is an inspiration every day, and he keeps us moving forward.

By the way, Carter just called down to the CHOC radio station (Radio Lollipop) and requested "Itsy Bitsy Spider", so we're waiting for his request. Stay tuned!!