October 16, 2005

Post Transplant Update

On a dreary Sunday morning three weeks ago today, it was time for us to pack up our things and head to Toronto, for what would prove to be the most difficult time in our journey. That Sunday afternoon after arriving in Toronto, we gladly honoured Curtis' two wishes of a visit to the CN Tower and a dinner at Applebee's, and on Monday it was time for our admission to Sick Kids. Since that day, we have been on an emotional roller coaster. Today, phenomenal news! This morning, only twelve days post transplant, it's a much brighter morning, at least as far as our emotions are concerned. Curtis was moved into a step down isolation room after his counts shot to the moon overnight. WBC count today - 6.3; neutrapolys - 3.3! This by far exceeds our hopes of what his neutrapolys would do overnight, and I'm sure it goes without saying we're thrilled. Going forward now, we must work with Curtis to help him regain his appetite so we can return home. Who knows, if all goes well, maybe we'll be back by next weekend!

Posted by admin at October 16, 2005 08:26 PM
Comments

What super news!! We've all being hoping and praying for good news and a rise in Curtis' counts. Hope the next week sees you preparing to return home. You and your family are always in our thoughts.

Lynn, Bill and the girls

Posted by: Lynn Young at October 16, 2005 09:08 PM

That is great news! We are thinking of all of you at this time.
Arklan Wildcats

Posted by: Robyn Majuary at October 17, 2005 07:26 PM

Well, I don't know what to say. I am so happy for all of you and I can't wait for your safe return home. Curtis, I love you and I am so proud of you!!! Way to go!!! We will see you soon.
Love Aunt Lee

Posted by: Aunt Lee at October 18, 2005 12:53 PM

Yay! What an inspiration, congratulations and best wishse for a continued speedy recovery.

-Emma

Posted by: Emma at October 18, 2005 11:30 PM

WOW!!! This is super news! We continue to lift you all up in prayer and it's so great to hear of the counts being up! Curtis, you are AWESOME!
The Harris Family
Seattle,WA

Posted by: Andrea Harris at October 19, 2005 02:00 AM

When I walked into the school the other morning I read your recent news. It's great to hear that things are looking up. The students at school are always asking about Curtis, and I have a package of pictures and cards that some students have created for him. Take Care. I look forward to seeing you at home.
-Ashleigh (36 Sinclair)

Posted by: Ashleigh Snowdon at October 19, 2005 08:22 PM

My prayers go out to all of you, I have been following your story and it is very heartbreaking, I know not what to say, I have children and i couldn't even imagine,,, again you are all in my prayers!

Posted by: Deidra at October 21, 2005 04:46 PM

We just found out about Curtis from Aunt Lee, I have read all of your posts and its wonderful news that Curtis's counts have gone up. Way to go. Our thought's and prayers are with you.

Brian & Linda Levick

Posted by: Linda & Brian Levick at October 25, 2005 08:58 PM

Hey curtis, my names Hailey I'm a grade 8 that goes to Arklan school. I really hope you get better because when you start Arklan school you'll be so happy...everyone is really nice. Anyways I REALLY HOPE YOU ARE FEELING BETTER AND GOOD LUCK!!

Hailey(grade 8 at arklan)

Posted by: Hailey at October 26, 2005 09:28 PM