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| Jade in her early 80's leg warmers ready for her audition for the remake of "Fame." |
Jade returned to the unit yesterday and, literally, after hours of lab work, clinical study discussions, visits to the play room, teen room, and art room, and a couple of bike laps around the floor, a room became available and we started to get settled in around four in the afternoon. Everyone was really happy to see Jade -- from the child life specialists and art therapists to the doctors and nurses. In fact, several of the staff members have asked if we ever get tired of them coming by to see what she's up to, giddily watching her carry out her day-to-day, or hearing them say how cute she is.
I didn't fully understand why the staff here is generally so excited to see Jade, but yesterday's nurse, who has worked on the unit for about five years now, answered the unasked question. She told me that "amazing" is an understatement when it comes to describing the kids she's met here. And while it sucks that Jade is here (another understatement), she's so glad that Jade is here because she is so happy, playful, full of life. It's motivating, reassuring for the staff, other parents, other patients to see kids in treatment like this. Hearing that made today's devotion particularly timely: "Dear Heavenly Father, may my life bless others today, and everyday, so they can see you and your love more clearly." Jade's bravery and strength throughout this journey is indeed divine and inspiring, especially to me.
Well, we're off to run the halls and spread some of Jade's cheer before the day's chemo commences at 12:30. Thanks for checking in. Please continue to keep Jade and all of the children and families traveling this journey in your prayers.
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