January 2006
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The Scoop
Jordan checked in to CHLA this afternoon. She’s full of energy and seemingly unphased by life in the rehab clinic. She kept the staff laughing in the playroom and served up plenty of sass to cause one of the attendants to remark, “she’s got spunk.” Tomorrow she’ll begin a rigorous schedule. From 8:30am to noon she’s booked solid with physical and occupational...
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Rehab
As expected, Jordan will return to Children’s Hospital for rehabilitation. She’s scheduled to check-in Monday after she finishes with chemotherapy. The rehab program can last for 3-6 weeks. She’ll spend two uninterrupted weeks to kick off the program. After that she will remain inpatient from Sunday to Saturday until she regains the ability to walk on her own. We broke the news...
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Phase ?
Good news and discouraging news. I won’t say bad news, because it really isn’t. First, Jordan is doing so well emotionally. She is the happiest I’ve seen her in months. She looks beautiful and healthy. It’s hard not to feel warm when she’s in the room. But she’s not recovering as fast as we or her doctors would prefer. The chemo drug Vincristine did a number on...
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Jordan's Podcast, Episode 2
Jordan discusses annoying brothers and the joy of birthdays while Lucas gives a movie review.
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Jordan's Podcast, Episode 1
Jordan and I sat down to talk to our readers/listeners in our first podcast. If you are lucky enough to have a video iPod, or if you just have iTunes, you can subscribe to the podcast and see images and hear the interview.
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Returning Health
Jordan went in for her monthly appointment with the lead oncologist. He was very pleased with her recovery. Since discontinuing the use of Vincristine, Jordan has bounced back on many fronts. Her speech is clearer. Her eyes are lively. And she glows again. The doctor noticed all of these factors and congratulated her on her progress. He also prescribed a new drug that may speed her physical...
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Happy 2006
Happy new year! Thank you to all who sent us well-wishes during the holiday season. I’m sorry I haven’t posted in awhile (or sent out any holiday cards). Between travel and the hustle that comes with the holidays I’ve had little time to write. Jordan poses at a holiday tree lighting. Jordan is doing well. She’s looking healthier than she did a month ago. She isn’t...