Joy and laughter...every day is Christmas

Yesterday after a great no-crying or fighting day at CHEO, Ollie and I risked running into Walmart to get a reward. He was thrilled to do something so normal and picked a Hot Wheels Zero Gravity race track set that was on 50% off for Black Friday (my bargain-shopping mom and aunts will be so proud). With all of the gifts that folks are bringing buy it's a bit like Christmas every day right now, but why not? If it brings joy right now, it's worth it.

He was so pleased and proud of his day and said it was the best day yet. Just a reminder that even when things are bad, we can find good and it's all about perspective. Thankfully he can generally find the silver lining.

We took it home and Abuelita (grandma) and Daddy helped him build it. We spent the evening racing, laughing and eating delicious food that kind friends dropped off. I wish Blogger would let me post the video where he is laughing in glee, but we'll just share this pic instead and trust me that there was so much joy and laughter. 

Today is a blessed day of rest from poking and prodding, so Mommy gets to begin to navigate the exciting world of leave and insurance forms. Guess the fact that I'm a public servant and  good at administration will come in handy. Never-ending fun. LOL

Update: CHEO just called and at 3 pm today we are meeting to review the tests, get the exact type of lymphoma and the treatment plan. Please send prayers and good vibes that it is only in his bump. Will update when we can.