We're Home

Thank you - thank you - thank you for the prayers! They saw us through the stress and worry of yesterday. We serve an awesome and caring God.

We saw the dentist yesterday morning and prayers were answered! Dr. Espinoza attempted to get x-rays on Brooke but her bleeding was so severe she couldn't get it done. I think seeing is more convincing that hearing about something over and over. She suggested total dental restoration surgery, which means putting Brooke to sleep at UNM and fixing everything all at once. PRAISE THE LORD! Her teeth tear up quicker than Mike and I can get them fixed, and now that neutropenia is involved...we would never see the end. She even said they will pull the wisdom tooth. HOORAY! Such relief. She wrote us a script for a numbing creme to use on Brooke's gums to help with the gingivitis. She was really sweet. Once we have an idea of what the next step is with Brooke and the neutropenia, I will have a better idea on when to set up dental surgery.

The bone marrow biopsy is over, which is a huge relief. Brooke handled it like a pro and is doing great. In true Brooke form, she has yet to complain; in fact, she hasn't even noticed the hole in her hip or the bandage. She's amazing!! The procedure went well and Brooke handled the sedation as good as could be expected. I was allowed to go in with her in order to comfort her, but NO - I didn't watch! I can't say enough kind words about Dr. Libby. He's a very compassionate man and was so kind and gentle with Brooke. That is so comforting, especially when your nerves are on edge. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better group of people caring for Brooke. The two sedation nurses were great and listened to everything I told them about past sedation experiences. We should have the test results Monday afternoon.

Mike and I sincerely appreciate each and every one of you. The prayers, the calls, the emails, the texts, the hugs and the smiles are what keep us going. I thank God for having all of you in our lives. We thank you and Brooke thanks you!