New sounds!
Well, we are noticing some new sounds from Shawna following stem cell injection #2. Every little change is so exciting! You have to understand that years have gone by with the smallest of changes occuring over periods of months. Since coming here for stem cells, it seems that changes are coming within weeks. Do you realize how huge that is? We do and it is so promising.
Gary has gone to The Forbidden City today; I'll send pictures soon. China has so many wonderful sights, it's hard to choose which ones to try to fit in while we are here. I see them all through photos since I don't do well with walking around for long periods of time. Hence, I stay and take care of Shawna while Gary and Gary go. Gary II didn't make the Forbidden City trip today; he stayed out too late last night (4:00 AM) partying with Maxi and others. Accordingly, it's another Saturday watching movies for Shawna, Gary and me.
Edward Smith · November 10, 2007 4:13 PM
Lorraine & Family, It was great reading the latest on Shawna. It sounds like she is improving with each treatment and that is the greatest news of all. And yes China sure does have a lot of beautiful sites to see. The country has thousands of years of history as compared to our hundreds of years. And it's great to see the pictures it brings back a lot of very good memories. And thanks so much for keeping us posted it is very much appreciated. Your friends, Ed & Toni
Mrs. Catherine Joop · November 10, 2007 6:22 PM
Hello dears:
Sending words of encouragement from all of us here. Today's entry was so wonderful to read! Cried Happy Tears. Thank you for sharing this personal journey with us.
Sending a tight hug for each of you! Catherine Joop/family (Eliz's Aunt Cathy)
Patty Smith · November 10, 2007 6:54 PM
Hi! Have been painting all day. So glad to hear Shawna is continuing to improve. Tell her we said to keep up the good work. Its cold here in the states, only in the low 50s to upper 40s. Glad to hear the boys are getting some sight seeing in. Everyone sends their love & continued prayers. LOVE & PRAYERS THE SMITH's
rochelle wedderien · November 10, 2007 11:03 PM
im so happy to hear the good news! it brings tears of joy to my eyes. how i wish i could be right there beside you in person, but i am deffiantly there through prayer! keep up the good work and keep us posted! hugs for everyone. i love you.
Rochelle
Patty Smith · November 13, 2007 7:12 AM
Hi! Glad to hear Shawna got treatment #3. Tell her to keep up the good work & keep pushing forward.Had to work yesterday in the dental office in Brooklyn, Md.that is why I did not write & I missed writing to you all. Dawn Chamberlain says she ready to pack James bags & head to China,so she may get in touch with you ' regarding the matter. Can"t wait for you all to get back home so I can hear all about the trip & see you all. Tell Shawna I am ready for pudding LOL. I will write again tomorrow. Pleasee keep the e-mails coming. LOVE & PRAYERS THE SMITH"s
Jean Zbozien · November 14, 2007 12:15 AM
It's really late, but I decided to check on you all before I went to bed. And surprise, surprise! Shawna is showing some progress!! I am so happy for you and your family. I know you don't know me, and Shawna and Dana weren't really close friends, but my thought and prayers are for Shawna and you. God bless you and hope you get to celebrate Thanksgiving, the Chinese way!