June 20, 2006 -- OT visit #15
Kindergarten graduation; georges'; onco visit; rashes

Katie is now a 15-month cancer survivor!!!

Kindergarten graduation
Katie graduated from Kindergarten on June 9th. The ceremony was really nice. Katie said that she was really nervous before she walked down the isle, leading her class to the front of the church. Katie said when she started to sing, she wasn't nervous anymore. She poured her whole heart into the songs and poetry.

It was a very special night for John and I. A couple of years ago, we weren't sure if Katie would even be here. Watching her singing and enjoying herself was such an incredible feeling!! We are so blessed!!!!

georges'
The cocktail party and fundraising dinner on June 14th at georges' in Wayne was a really fun night. Katie artistically signed several books that were sold that night. There was a nice turn-out for dinner. We all had a fun night. We will post the money donated by georges' in events as soon as we get a total. Many thanks to everyone who came out to support us!!!

Oncology visit
Katie had her #15 OT oncology visit today. She had her monthly CBC and physical. Her counts were all in normal range and she continues to do very well!!! Katie is still experiencing pain in her legs, hips and back. We are now keeping a detailed log that we will review with her oncologist at next month's visit.

Rashes
Katie had a rash on her arms and face that I thought was a heat rash. After returning from lunch after her oncology visit, Kate complained that her feet hurt. She had a rash all over her feet, hands and buttocks. I took her to the pediatrician who said she has hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD). Fortunately she didn't have the mouth sores that often accompany the rash. Her pediatrician feels she probably caught it from someone at the pool. HFMD is contagious so we are to keep Katie away from other kids for a few days. The rash on her face and arms are probably a heat rash.

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June 22, 2006 --
HFMD update

Katie ended up with a fever and blister-like sores all over her feet and hands within 24 hours of seeing the pediatrician. She experienced a great deal of pain in her knees, lower back and hips that prevented her from wanting to play. She laid on the couch wanting to be cuddled most of the day on Wednesday and seems to have improved a bit today.

NEXT: August 15, 2006 -- OT visit #16 & #17
onco visits, catching up on childhood illnesses, vacation at the shore