The fevers have subsided but, before we can go home, Hayden needs some neutrophils. Not sure yet what today’s count is but we do know that his overall white blood cell count continues to rise – that’s a good sign. His gums, which were very red and inflamed, look better now too.
Now that Hayden’s feeling better, he’s finding new ways to entertain himself. The fart machine, for example, continues to bring much joy. I wish I could describe the looks on the nurses’ faces when Hayden walked laps around the ward and pretended to drop bombs – then blamed me (he had the remote)! People even poked their heads out of patient rooms to see who was shattering the hospital monotony with unabashed gas (my favourite is the chemo fart). It’s stupid humour, to be sure, but we roared.
Other highlights include: a visit from former Jets players – including Bobby Hull; a spanky new Wii set-up; a new jewelry-making business, a personal magic show; and visits from aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents.
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