And now for an update: Ethan is still admitted, with today being day 5. His counts started to increase slightly yesterday (Monday), but then decreased a little today. The team assures us that this is all very common for the parainfluenza virus that he tested positive for, as well as for a kid who is in the last part of maintenance. Because for real. His body has experienced over 2 1/2 years of chemotherapy and his bone marrow is tired. And because it is tired, it can take a little longer to regenerate the cells he needs to fight off this virus.
And so, we are basically in a watch, wait, rest, and wait some more cycle. Ethan will remain admitted until his counts start to increase steadily, and so we are here for at least a couple more days while we wait for his body to recover. We are incredibly thankful to friends and family who have prayed for us, helped with Eloise and brought coffee or a meal to the hospital over the last couple of days. The best news of the whole week is that Grandma Sheila (my mom) was able to come back to St. Louis to help us out. We are all just thrilled to have her here!
We have so appreciated your prayers and would ask that you continue to pray for Ethan and our family. Here are some specific ways:
- Pray for Ethan's bone marrow to regenerate healthy cells that will help to kick this virus to the curb.
- Pray for rest and sleep for Ethan as we continue our hospital stay. Because of the virus, we are on isolation, which means he can't leave our hospital room. Pray for patience as we continue to navigate each day!
- Pray for sweet Eloise, that as she navigates this hard week she will continue to know how loved she is.
- Pray for rest for all of us, in all facets.
Thanks again, faithful army.
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