We'll be okay

Everyone is worried about Lou and I (and of course, Ty) after yesterday's post.  I just wanted to send a quick update to let you all know that we are doing just fine.  In fact, Ty had a better day today and that is a relief.  He is still weak, but he woke up stronger than yesterday so we hope for a slow and steady return to normal.  And, of course, a clean MRI next week. 

Lou and I remind each other throughout the day that the CT scan showed no evidence of disease.  We remind each other that Christmas is in two days and we are so happy to have Ty with us.  We remind each other that no matter what happens, we have a plan and we will never lose hope.  We are okay and we are happy.  I promise :)

Tonight I am really excited about Christmas.  I have a pile of toys all wrapped up and tucked away and I realized that we have just a couple of days until we will let Gavin and Ty loose under the Christmas tree.  It is going to be so magical. 

Comments

  1. ChristinaDecember 23, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    Ok so don't forget the batteries! And have a Merry Christmas xoxox

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  2. stellau1December 23, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    You make me smile!!! Merry Christmas Campbell's!!!! Have a blast Ty nd Gavin! We love you!! <3 <3

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  3. JulieDecember 23, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Sorry to hear it's been such a scary, stressful couple of days for all of you during this week before Christmas, but glad to hear that Ty had a better day yesterday. We pray for him and all of you always.

    Wishing you all a very Merry and Blessed Christmas.

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  4. AMANDADecember 24, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Hang in there. Love and prayers on the way. Merry Christmas Ty and the Campbell family. Hope it is the best you have ever had.

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  5. andrewDecember 25, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Blessings..We are praying for your family.

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