Self Portrait...I am always so happy when Friday rolls around, and know that Matt will be around all weekend. It’s so nice to all be together, and the boys have so much fun with their Dad.
Bennett scraped his leg on the door today and started crying and insisting on a band aid. Carter just kept saying, “Benny’s sad? Benny’s crying?” And all I could think about was that this little boy who is not even 2 years old has tubes coming out of the middle of his chest and endures some of the harshest drugs administered on a weekly basis without a complaint, and he is worried about his big brother’s scratch. There is no question in our minds, Carter will get through this.
By the way, Carter’s rash has started to go away in many areas. It is still pink under his Tegaderm, but this is skin that is never able to breathe to heal. We are just glad it is not spreading even more and does seem better. Matt has a theory that maybe it has to do with the contrast dye when he has a scan, or maybe it is the general anesthesia. We will definitely take a closer look at this as our next scan should be in about a week.
What an adorable picture of all the Kipps! Carter looks happy and healthy...you can tell that he is eating because he seems to not be getting thinner. Keep those blueberries and pasta coming! Have a wonderful, uneventful weekend full of a little sun and lot's of fun. You guys are doing great and it will be over soon! Big hugs to all of you and a kiss for Bennys boo boo...he was probably a little dramatic so he could get some extra attention. Funny! XOXO Cindy and John
ReplyDeleteAwesome pic! Kara you look fabulous...Love that Elmo made it in too =) Happy Weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely family portrait. Both boys are sweeties and seem to have such a tight bond. When Carter has been down there is Bennett being loving & patient. Now Carter is doing the same...such a sweet tenderness flows between both boys...yep yet another lesson us adults need to learn, the unconditional love of a brother/sister.
ReplyDeletePraying your weekend is filled with more love, life and laughter. That you see more of God's blessings & provision. Still praying for the answer to the rash, heck really praying that annoying rash just disappears never to return! Still keeping all of you before God's throne of grace. Many hugs & blessings!
I love the self portrait of your beautiful happy family! I continue to keep you all in my prayers. Looks like you are definitely getting back to normal as much as possible.
ReplyDeleteThat picture says it all! Carter will kick cancer to the curb! Hope you guys enjoy your weekend.
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Daralyn
Love the picture! Hope you guys have a great weekend!
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Courtney Norton
So much love and happiness in your self portrait. Its one of those pics that you end up carrying around and looking at for a smile and moment of contentment.We will think positive thoughts for your next scan.
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Carter will definitely get through this! What a trooper and a sweet little boy to worry about his brother being hurt with all he is having to endure on a daily basis. You guys all look so good and so strong! Kara, I can't believe you're going to have a baby in a few months...you look fantastic in all the pictures....Enjoy the rest of the weekend and we're still sending our thoughts and prayers...
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WHAT A HANDSOME FOURSOME YOU ALL ARE!!!!!
ReplyDeletePraying for this new week to be filled with more shrink, more good eating, more laughs and giggles, more rest and lots of love.
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