Sunday, May 3, 2009

A day to be pampered... Day 172 03MAY09


Joshua gets pampered just about all the time. Today it was Renee's turn. The Children's Cancer Center had a spa day for the moms at the Grand Spa in Tampa. Renee spent half the day getting the special treatment. A facial from Annetta. A massage from Katie. Mimosas, gift bags, cosmetics, food, the works... It was a wonderful and very relaxing day for her. The spa is usually not open on Sundays but it was today for all the special moms. I was really thrilled that the Cancer Center was doing this, Renee has spent so much time in the hospital taking care of Josh without a break. It was a nice treat that we would have not been able to do on our own. She came home very soft and smelling wonderfully.

Joshua took it easy today, his tennis domination of yesterday left him with a sore arm. No other ill effects though. Tomorrow he is going for his first appointment with the physical therapist. They are going to start working on getting his legs stronger and help him stave off the effects of the vincristine. It has taken us a while to locate a therapist that was near home. We were lucky to find one not far from here. We should have a good exercise routine worked out after tomorrow that we can do even if Joshua is stuck back in the hospital. His legs have gotten really weak from all the vincristine.

Renee's birthday and the beginning of delayed intensification are fast approaching. Only three more days. Joshua has had a good chance to rest up and get a little bit stronger. Hope it was enough for the rough road ahead.

5 comments:

Nonna said...

Renee,

You deserve to be pampered every day!

Love,

Nonna

Nonna said...

Hey Snuggle Monkey,

Love the hat Dude! Quite becoming.

Glad to hear you are resting up and gaining some reserves. I hope the physical therapy works some serious magic for your legs. Even from this distance, I miss you running and climbing up and over everything.

Have a wonderful day little warrior.

Tons of Love, Hugs and Kisses,

Nonna

Tell your Dad he ought to consider professional photography. He take incredible photos.

Jamie(Sister) said...

Yay mommy got pampered for a few hours! =) You needed it mom and im glad you got to go do that for a day, you are a very special mom who got very special treatment. =)
Thats great Joshy that you are doing good and saving up that energy for wednesday. I know mommys birthday is coming up and mine and grandma peters birthday is on Tuesday!! Cant wait. Well we love you tons love bug and continue to get that rest saved k monkey. See you soon Love you guys

XOXO LOVE JAMIE BELLA AND CHRISTIAN
PS Your little niece is kicking me like crazy so next time i see you you will definitely be able to feel her kick and moving around!! ;)

Laura and Frank said...

Renee, I am so happy you received the special treatment you so truly deserve. It sounds as though the people who work through the caocer institute think of everything when it comes to assisting families and knowing just when it's needed. Love you, Laura

Laura and Frank said...

Josh, It's so great that you've had some really good days. I know that the physical therapy is hard work and you can do it. you and Jarrod have the best Mommy and Daddy and we feel so blessed to know you. You're still kick'n butt and that's wonderful! Love, Miss Laura & Frank