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I haven’t been able to update the blog as much as I would have liked. I’ve been settling into my new role as nurse mom, while trying to spend some quality time with Sheldon, Paige and squeeze in some self care.

Penn celebrated her 59th month birthday a few days ago. I can’t describe how much of a rollercoaster month it’s been. We enjoy all the moments we can. This is what we’ve been up to:

• Finished our first round of chemo treatment

• Participated in Emilia’s annual easter egg hunt

• Celebrated Easter with immediate family

• Celebrated both Lola’s birthdays

• Went to preschool for a short but sweet visit

• Zoo trip with the cousins

Thank you Monika for capturing this photo

Cold but sunny day for Emilia’s egg hunt. The girls had a great time with all their cousins.

Learning all about plasticine!

Zoo trip with the cousin!

We’re also enjoying the simple things:

• Cooking/baking

• Craft time

• Neighbourhood walks

• Midnight snacks (thank you steroid medication)

Penn was really excited to colour these eggs. After she was done she said, “Mom, can we hang these on our Christmas tree?”. I got quite sad thinking Penn might not experience another Christmas with our family.

Penn is quite the sous chef. Prepping cremini mushrooms for our weekly homemade pizza night.

These days I am really sad. But I try to remember that each day is a blessing. The time we share as a family is a gift. That I need to be hopeful despite our family’s circumstances. Penn is here and as long as she is smiling and happy, I will continue to be as brave as her.

A huge thank you to our family and friends that continue to check in on us. We love you all.