Sunday, June 22nd
Day 6

Tough day today, even though Camryn was able to Face Time with her Sunday School class. The effects of chemo induced nausea / vomiting are in full force. Except for her 45 minutes of Face Time, Camy has been lethargic, restless, and vomiting. We knew this was coming, but it is still difficult to stand by her through this feeling so helpless. For those of you who have previously been through this, you have our utmost respect. Today we were reminded, that from here, things only get worse and will be for 2-3 weeks.  The staff here has been great helping Lee Ann and me to manage things the best we can. Our education regarding bone marrow transplants continues at a rapid pace, expedited times 100, to be exact and we still feel as though we know nothing. Now, I am not a control freak, except when it comes to my yard, but this feeling of helplessness is somewhat overwhelming, I confess. We have access to plenty of "experts" in the unit here at Vandy. Their advice (nurses, physicians, other parents, other kids) has been invaluable and spot on target as Camryn has progressed through the bone marrow transplant stages. Thank you again for your prayers, love, and support. We needed it today.