Sweet summer

Since the last entry, Luis has managed to stay healthy. Julien was the one who got sick next with strep throat. Seems like it's always one of them. We're fortunate Luis didn't catch it. He went for his chemo this week and I found out that he is neutropenic again (low immunity). They put his daily and weekly at-home chemo on hold again and he will be assessed next week to determine if he's ready to restart it. It seems like a process of trial-and-error to get the right daily dosage so his immunity doesn't bottom out and he gets the treatment he needs to keep the cancer at bay. The treatment protocol calls for a set dose per day but it's just too much for his body. Ultimately, I imagine his daily dose will be somewhere between 50 to 75% of the dose. That's up to the doctors to decide.

Bowl-A-Thon

We participated in the Ronald McDonald House's 10th Annual Bowl-A-Thon a couple weeks ago. Luis loved bowling and so did Julien. Both kids, however, did not like Ronald McDonald. Luis was actually terrified. I can't imagine why. He was so friendly :)

In any case, Team Big Brave Boy had a good time bowling and helped support the Southwestern RMH, an amazing organization that helped us extensively over the last year and continues to help us for Luis' London appointments. The Bowl-A-Thon brought in over $20,000 to the house. Thanks to all those who contributed.

Summertime and the living's easy

This weekend was a time for play. Luis got to see a number of his cousins and enjoy the warm weather and cool treats. He also had a day with his one of his best buddies.

 

Lisa Bhatt Photography

I would like to thank Lisa Bhatt Photography for the adorable pictures of my family. I'm so happy with the results. Thanks!