No news is good news...

Now that the initial diagnosis and shock have subsided, there isn't much to report on. Reiss is doing okay and is happy to be home.  He is very weak and doesn't have much energy. His body aches and he complains about his knees, back, and shoulders hurting. Amber said its probably a combination of the cancer and the chemo. He walks with a limp and has a hard time running. He will get up for a short time to play, but tires out quickly and wants to be held or finds his way back to the couch. Such a difference in this active, busy toddler.

Lining up his trucks and tractors with daddy and Granny

He hasn't asked for pancakes in days. His new cravings are: ham sandwich, salami, cheese and ramen noodles. His appetite is largest in the mornings and tapers off throughout the day.

Sweet, sweet boy!

He did get outside for a few minutes and was able to ride his bike and play with his siblings and cousins (hence the mask) for just a few minutes. The fresh air and sunshine were good for him.

His home health nurse, Melissa, came and took blood today in preparation for his visit to PCMC tomorrow.  His counts are really low so he will be getting blood transfusion, platelets, a spinal puncture, and chemo tomorrow. Usually his chemo appointments will be every Monday, but because of Presidents Day today he goes in tomorrow (Tuesday) at 1:30.  This will be the first outpatient appointment, so Amber doesn't really know what to expect. I guess we'll find out more tomorrow!