Monday, January 31, 2011

We're gettin' outta here!


So, Brooklyn did fine with new chemo! We are packing up, flushing her tubes, practicing changing the dressing for her catheter and when to give her which medications. When we go over everything, my head feels a little like it's going to explode. There is so much information and so many things they are watching to make sure her body is handling everything okay. We have an awesome calendar that charts everything out for us that will help us immensely. I just told Mike that I feel so responsible for her, more than ever before, because we are in charge of taking care of her treatment on a daily basis. He (like he often does) just made me laugh - he said, "They always say God won't give you more than you can handle, so apparently four kids & our normal busy life wasn't enough." God must think pretty highly of us if He thinks we can handle this too! :)
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16 comments:

  1. The BlainesJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    So glad you guys are headed home! we are keeping you all in our prayers ~big hugs from the blaines

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  2. Kristen LauranceJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Such great news. There is nothing like just being at HOME. It can be the best medicine for everyone. Just follow the calendar, take 1 day at a time and it will become second nature. Before long, I am sure she'll be reminding you! Ethan has been praying for Brooklyn every night and see's her picture on the blog. He can't wait to meet her! Look out-

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  3. DebbieJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Oh that's wonderful news! There's no place like HOME! You are all in our prayers. xoxoxoxo

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  4. DeanJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Exit, Stage Left!... Make that break out of there!
    I am EXCITED and HAPPY for you all!!!

    Hope your head doesn't explode Kristin. Sounds messy...
    That was a very funny response from Mike! I cracked up myself. Glad Mike is there to make you laugh and take the edge off things at times. Two are better than one...for sure.
    Best wishes and will be keeping you all in prayer. Thanks for the update, a very terrific update! Have a nice, loving evening at home together tonight!

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    HIP HIP HOORAY! It will be so good to be in the heart of the home. Brooklyn: SO WISE, SO STRONG: yes, Mommy, IT WILL BE OTAY! Adjustments,yes...changes: always! But LOVE remains the same. I am so proud of you and Mike, Kristin...your profound love for each other, and your kids, and your faith...yes indeed! IT WILL BE OTAY!!! XXOO Kathy

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  6. ahaberthierJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    YIPPIE! So happy for you all... I bet she will be excited to be home just as much as everyone else will be excited to have her back! Thinking of you every day.
    Hugs!
    ~Amy

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  7. Cori AsbellJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Hi there, yes it is true that God won't give you more than you can handle, it just seems sometimes he trusts you too much. lol. Glad you are coming home or maybe now are home. Start a binder, that is my advice to you. Keep a Brooklyn binder that has tabs. Note her stats on one tab, dates and current weights and heights, note all the doctor contacts and phone numbers you have acquired and will acquire on another tab, not meds and current doses on another. It helped us tremendously to do this for Nicholas. My heart is with you during this journey. xoxo Cori

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  8. MindyJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    So glad you're able to go home and that today was a pretty good day. Praying the transition back home goes smoothly!

    I have to share with you Myles' prayer tonight at bedtime (a 4 yr. old's prayer for a friend):

    "Dear Jesus, please help Brooklyn to feel better because we know you love her and you love her the mostest so please help to get better. Jesus we know that you are the true King and that you can do anything and you can even move mountains, and hills and the biggest things like our walls and Jesus we know you can move anything so please help her feel better. And thank you for Mommy and Daddy. Amen."

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Glad to hear Brooklyn is home, hope you all sleep well tonight....there is no place like home. Love and hugs....

    Love,
    Christina Buechler

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  10. christinaJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    I'm so happy for you guys!! You are amazing parents and you can definitely handle this. Especially with God guiding you! Sleep well in your own beds tonight and know that the prayers for all of you will continue. Tonight we praise God that your family is back together!!

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  11. FrizzyFebruary 1, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    I know you can do this! Your husband couldn't have said it better even if he was joking a little. We're all cheering you on and praying for your wisdom and strength to do it all.

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  12. Eva FortFebruary 1, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    We are praying for Brooklyn and all of you. It will be a journey but God will look after you. I am so glad that Brooklyn was able to go home.
    Love, Eva Fort

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  13. Lindsay and JenniFebruary 1, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    We are praying for a quick recovery for Brooklyn. Your family is on our thoughts.

    Lindsay and Jenni

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  14. TracyFebruary 1, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    That is great to hear! I am sure everyone will be much more comfortable at home. It is good to hear you guys are keeping postive attitudes about this. It will make the journey God has planned for you a "less bumpy" trip, if there is such a thing. The Van Der Kamps are praying for you guys every day!!

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  15. Amy SchallerFebruary 1, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    So happy for you guys to be going home. Being home will have such a nice feel to it. We are thinking of you lots and are here for you always. I think God made kids especially strong!!! Take care.

    The Schallers

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  16. alandaFebruary 1, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    I am so glad you guys get to come home. We're praying for you and admire your strength and perspective. You guys are amazing parents and it is so special to see the faith and trust you have instilled in little Brooklyn as she rests in her faith in the Lord's hand over her life.

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