What's this I am strapped into? A car what?
Cutler’s platelets and the measurement of his immune system, still can’t remember the acronym, continued to rise and so as soon as he woke from his second nap after the spinal tap we were on our way. Melanie and I figured out that we were in the hospital for 26 days so far. It really kind of flew by, it feels like almost yesterday that we were peeling ourselves off the floor and figuring out which way was up. It was so long in fact, that I think Cutler was extremely confused as to what he was being strapped into when we put him in his car seat (picture above).
He was also very sad to leave the company of his nurses, although we will be back soon. He was especially sad that his former favorite nurse, Kammie, was not there to say goodbye on this special day. I do want to thank all of the wonderful nurses, pcas, and of course the doctors as they have all been tremendously supportive and are feeling just like a part of the family. They were always there to help educate, entertain, and most importantly take care of Cutler.
Kammie who? 🙂
Geez, now I sound like we aren’t going back. We will definitely be back, not sure of the time frame yet though as it all depends on how quickly his blood gets back to the right levels to endure another round of chemo. Anticipating that it will be 7 to 10 days. And I am sure we will be happily greeted by these smiling faces.
Cutler's Angels
Cutler wasn’t upset, just still experiencing the joys of narcotics.
Cutler's Angels 2
Ok, so it’s not Kammie’s fault she wasn’t there. Cutler will forgive her in time and I refuse to get in the middle of the battle for favorite nurse.
Kammie Is Forgiven
So now we are sitting at home and everything finally feels in place. Mason was extremely surprised when he walked in the door and found Cutler playing away. And you should have seen the reaction from Cutler. The bond between these two is amazing. Right now they are sitting next to each other in their seats watching a movie and smelling the wonderful dinner that Melanie is cooking.
Thanks to everyone for their continued prayers. We still have a long road ahead of us starting with Cutler’s first trip back to the clinic on Friday for blood tests and followed by Mason’s test on Monday. As a reminder, the blood drive organized by Tiffany Solis at Cutler’s school is scheduled for this Friday from 12pm to 4pm. Details can be found here: https://teamfricke.wordpress.com/2009/10/02/blood-drive-for-cutler/
- Preparing for the getaway
One final side note: I just ran spell check and for the first time ever, successfully finished a post without a spelling error. Yeah me!
Team Fricke 
YEAH!!!!! I am so excited that you all get to be at home together!!!! I am so happy for everyone! Now you can catch up on all the new toys and lasaugna!!!
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Woot!
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So happy you guys are back home and everything can feel normal for a little while and maybe get some much needed sleep.
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God bless you all! I’m so happy you can all be home together. Give the boys kisses from all of us. Love you lots!
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Yeah Cutler! One round down and hopefully only one more to go after some much needed family time. God continues to watch over him day and night and the prayers will not stop. He will beat this!
Love Angie
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I am so thankful that you guys get to spend some time together as a family at home! I vote for Sally (sp?) as my favorite nurse! She was there the night Cutler was was admitted and helped Melanie and I tremendously! However I have to agree all the nurses and other hospital staff have been wonderful and it is amazing how good they were (and will be) to Cutler….THANK YOU ALL!!!!
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There’s no place like home!! This is great news!!!
Enjoy every minute of it!
Hugs to everyone!
Letty
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YAY CUTLER! I’m so happy for you. Hope you guys get to enjoy this time together at home! 🙂
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So glad things went as planned and you are able to go home with Cutler. Praying for his counts to continue to rebound, and Friday to go smoothly.
Can only imagine the good times Mason and Culter will enjoy when together. Praying for all of you,
Hand in Hand Prayer team at FellowshipChurch
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HOORAY for Cutler and all of his doctors and nurses and caregivers! It looks like they have certainly done their part in this journey.
HOORAY for God and all of his helpers! It looks like they have listened to our prayers and have really helped Cutler in this journey. We will continue to bombard them with our prayers for successful days Friday and Monday.
HOORAY for Spellcheck! Without it, where would all of us be?
Love,
Aunt Linda & John
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Great news and I hope that all are doing great. Grandparents are there to help and it is good that Mason and Cutler can once again reconnect on a daily basis.
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So wonderful to hear this news!! Thoughts and prayers are plenty for Culter, Mason and both of your families…
MO
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Aaron, Melanie and Mason:
Aaron, I am so sorry about your precious baby. Mom just gave this web. I hope you know how special your family is to us. I know we have not been able to visit like we use to but you all are in our thoughts and prayers. No offense Melanie, but Aaron has always been very special. You have a beautiful family. Please keep us advised about your family.
Love Chuck and Harriet
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