The day before we had taken a plaquemount of Michellie's healing poster to her school and thanked the principal, teachers and her guide, Charlotte, who helped her coordinate her schooling last year. It was great to finally be able to do this. So, yesterday we visited the 4th Floor Oncology ward and Jeannie. Everyone recognized Michellie right away, and it was great to leave a poster and card with them as well. Dr. Ortiz was next, and she even gave Michellie a big hug! Michellie was not happy to draw attention, but she was happy to be able to give thanks. It was wonderful to see her bright face enjoying the people who cared for her so deeply. There are many things that she has blocked out, and the smell of the hospital is hard for her to handle. It was nice to have her in the hospital to enjoy it and let go of the fear and the illness. It was nice to see everyone and be able to give them a little sunshine for the success of Michellie's healing. We hope to get to Halifax in the next few months to do the same visit to the IWK.
Last night David put together a montage of pics about Michellie's hair over the last year. It really is amazing to see the hair, lack thereof, and the change in the quality of Michellie's expression as well. You can view these pics at:
Enjoy! And, lastly, take time to look in the mirror and tell yourself you love what you see. We need to embrace these incredible bodies and all that they do for us to enjoy life.
