June 24th, 2013

Monday
Home
Weight: 14.2 kg
Nurses: Abbi and Gracie

Well on Friday we got the all clear and you and dad were able to come home.  I have to mention that Calgary was under a state of emergency, due to flooding.  Some of the doctors were a little hesitant with you leaving as it was rumored that Medicine Hat could be flooding as well and you might not be able to get back to Calgary if needed.  Anyways, dad knew that both of you needed some time at home, as it had been over a month since you were both home last so he did his best persuading to get the release.

You and dad arrived home Friday night.  We opened the garage door and found you running towards the door with the biggest smile on your face.  You yelled out, "I'm back!"  You were so cute!  I cannot describe how great it was to see you so happy and excited to see us.  The girls were thrilled to have you home and didn't want to go to bed because they wanted to be with you.  We all had a very restful sleep knowing we were a family again, under one roof, our own roof!

We spent the weekend hanging out at home, as a family.  Family and friends came over to visit and play.  You loved jumping on the tramp, coloring with chalk and going for wagon rides.  Your number one request was listening to "Inner Ninja" on the deck and showing everyone your dance moves.  It was so cute seeing you dance with your sisters and cousins.  I think this has become everyone's favorite song...including the neighbors.

I wanted to mention that today, Gavin (Morgan's son), at the age of 5, decided on his own that he wanted to shave off his hair to support his buddy.  He did this for you, Kallum!  We are so proud of him and lucky to have his amazing support.

It warms my heart seeing you in such great spirits and with your sisters.  They love having you around and just want to be where you are all the time.  It kills me to know that tomorrow you will have to go back to the hospital to start your next round of chemo on Wed morning.  I know that you will be devastated considering that you have become quite comfortable at home, with your family, and the hospital is the last thing on your mind.  I know your sisters will have to deal with your absence all over again.  It does really affect them as well.  Each time it gets harder and harder because we get more and more time together.  Hopefully over the summer you can spend more time out of the hospital and the girls can come to Calgary a lot more.

Well buddy it has been an amazing weekend.  I know the next week will be rough, but you have proven that you are a true warrior and can fight through it.  Your family and friends are behind you 100%.  Your courage is truly inspiring.

Love you to the moon and back,

Mom