Chemo Day Distractions

Kelly had chemo today and she doesn't feel so good right now, but she actually did better during the day than usual.  We went back to running the Avastin first, and that lets her feel good for a little while.  Long enough to have some fun today! Normally she likes to stay in her own little private area, but today, she came out in the common area for some fun distractions.  I think she like keeping her mind occupied.  She did a puzzle (as you can see above- notice the bucket on her IV pole.  She is always prepared.)  Then she even tried Guitar Hero - see the photos below.  Bailey came in for chemo today too and joined her with another guitar.  It was nice to see her have a little bit of fun there, since it usually isn't a place she looks forward to coming.

Kelly with Dr. Torno, one of her oncologists.

Kelly and Bailey playing Guitar Hero 

One last helpful distraction today was Taffy, one of the therapy dogs.  

 There's that bucket again. 

One big event Kelly has coming up this weekend is the CHOC Prom for Oncology patients between 15 and 18 years old.  They hold this event every year and Kelly is looking forward to going Saturday.  One of the local bridal shops donated gowns for the girls, so Kelly got to pick one out and bring it home.  She had fun trying on dresses and found one that fit her perfectly and looks great on her.  We'll post pictures this weekend.

It is so nice that school is over and summer is here.  The girls are happy not to be getting up early every morning and having some more time to visit with their friends.  

We have been very busy getting ready for Megan and Shannon's annual dance show, which is also this Saturday.  There have been a lot of extra rehearsals and I have been helping with costumes and getting everything organized.  I'll be backstage at the show getting the kids on and off stage.  Many of you know I used to work at the dance studio until Kelly was diagnosed.  I have made taking care of her my priority this year,  and have appreciated all the time we have been able to spend together.  Even though it has been very busy, it has fun being involved in helping out again and doing something "normal."  It also gives me some more time with Megan and Shannon while Kevin has been working at home some of the time so he can stay home with Kelly while I am gone.  Except for chemo days, she is feeling good lately. 

Thanks to everyone who helped Bailey by writing to Paula Deen's show.  They have contacted Bailey's family, and while he won't get to be on her show, it sounds like he will get to meet her.  He had scans done today and we are praying for good results for him!