April 4th, 2008 - Another round of chemo rolls by
Another Cycle of Chemo over – how wonderful! Our boy began his day as positive as ever – as he opened the front door to leave home he declared to his Gran, “Oh it is a beautiful day for Chemo, better than a hot sticky classroom. Oh, our classrooms are air-conditioned, but it is a good day for Chemo!” We drove to Brisbane and enjoyed the journey together before spending the day in out-patients and it was a very long day to say the least.
In our funny world of pain and difficulty we were so excited to see our friends and vice versa. In fact, I kept losing Cameron because he spotted someone else he knew and had to go chat. Don’t get me wrong our day was not without sadness for others and pain at what is happening to these children and their families, but we rejoice at every little step forward and upwards and our times together with others who know the journey.Â
Of all the things that I am proud of Cameron for the most has got to be his heart for others. He truly cares about others and puts them first. When we finally finished up at out-patients it was of course rush hour so I was hurrying to leave, but his friend ‘M’ was in the treatment room and upset so Cam would not leave without going to see him. When I explained he may be a while he said “I am not leaving Mom, I cannot go without saying goodbye. I need to see if he is okay and say goodbye.” Shortly afterwards ‘M’ came out still upset and after I hugged him Cam gave him a “big brother” hug and made some jokes.
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Cameron spent Wednesday recovering as he had bone and muscle pain again, which is the standard routine with these particular doses of chemo. He was also very tired. The mobile pathologist also came by and took blood for some tests the doctor requested and it was a real treat not having to go a hospital or pathology lab just for once. By the end of the day Cameron had thankfully, once again, bounced right back and in the evening we even managed to join our home group with Trish, Stuart, Jacinta and Joe – which was wonderful as this was the first group gathering we managed to get along to so far this year. When Owen heard Cameron was coming along he was so excited and gave a resounding “Yes!â€.
Yesterday Cam managed a few hours at school even though he was very tired but it was good for him and he was glad he went. His timing was good as his class had a Pizza party to celebrate the end of term, before everyone went off to their various sports, which promptly left Cameron at a loose end as Thursday is interschool competition day. The rugby teacher come over to tell Cam that he missed him on the field and hoped he would see him there again next year, which meant a lot to Cameron and I believe he is being blessed by so many thoughtful people because he has and is being a blessing to so many.Â
The plan was to then go and watch Carlton play his inter-school soccer match at St. Andrews, but Cameron was too tired so he stayed home and chilled. By the evening he was quite worn out as everyday things are quite big events for him and I think he was asleep the minute his head hit the pillow.
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“The good man does not escape troubles – he has them too. But the Lord helps him in each and every one.” Psalm 34:19
April 5th, 2008 at 1:10 am
Hi Cam
I get so excited when I go on line and your mom or dad has put another post on. We, Martin and I came back from Munich as we dropped Manuella at the airport to fly to Bali for a month, drove back home via Garmisch Partenkirchen (tongue twister hey) and Seefeld where there is so much snow its ever so pretty and only about 40kms from home, then I put on my computer and there is a new posting. I love hearing about my brave young nephew big kisses that you did so well. Glad the rugby coach is missing you, but its again something new to look forward to next year take care and lots of love to all. God bless and sweet dreams. Deidre Martin Manuella and Kenneth xxxx
April 5th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
Hi Cam, So glad to hear you are beginning to handle the chemo a lot better, although I know it must be a lot worse than you want anyone to see. Good lad!!! Hope your rugger coach is keeping your spot for you cos I know you will be right there next year when the whistle blows. Winters coming so it will get a little cooler, which might help even more when having to cope. Keep up the faith and strength. The fight will be over before you know. We all send lots of love and kisses from all here in South Africa. Love and always thinking of you Grandad Bill Cape Town SA