Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Celebrate!

Derek rang the bell at PCMC, signaling his final exit. They made a big fuss over him, of course. He's made some dear friends among the members of the staff there. We're happy he's home again. Doctors have recommended that he receive some radiation on his lungs, but Derek will make that decision after he recovers from this last chemo treatment. I can't tell you how thrilled we are to put the chemo chapter behind us and move on to new and better things (like college, spring semester). We have learned countless lessons throughout these past ten months, and we feel that our family has changed for the positive. Your faith and prayers have kept a dark and dismal cloud from settling in on us. That has made all the difference in the world. Thank you!
Now we'll see what his hair looks like when it grows back. Blonde? Red?

5 comments:

  1. You know this new picture of Derek says it all. I love it and the timing of it. So glad this day has finally come. I'm so happy for your family.

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  2. A big Wahooooo from the Hickens! We could hear the ring of the bell from our deck. Seriously. That was some mean bell ringing. Best to you Deek. And we're voting for light red with a hint of curl.

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  3. WHOOO HOOOO!!!!!!!!! I hope you all have an amazing family celebration. I am jumping for joy for you all. I'm thinking hair a little closer to dads color. But either way you have all done it and have the best reason in the world to celebrate. :)

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  4. So very happy for Derek! And for your whole family! What a crazy 10 months it has been~I'm sure. Miracles still happen. We continue to pray and wish you guys the best and wish Derek a speedy recovery of healing! :)

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  5. This is great news!! As for the hair...I'm going for Very RED and Very Curly!!
    Sandi Payne/NC

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