Donations can also be made at any Wells Fargo branch:
Project Souza Family
Account number 186-527-1579
Or you can mail a check to
Souza Family
PO Box 28272
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

This blog was created by friends as a way for the Souzas to share Taylor's progress with us. Kristen and Sean have not asked for financial help, but their medical bills coupled with Kristen's loss of income is truly overwhelming. They are so appreciative of ALL of the different types of support they have received and are more grateful than you can know. Thank you!
Taylor is a beautiful, vibrant three-year-old girl who was recently diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia, a fast-growing cancer of the blood and bone marrow. On June 18th, Taylor began an 8-10 month hospital stay. This blog will detail her journey back to good health!


Sunday, October 4, 2009

Great News.....Taylor got home yesterday!!! We were so surprised. Her counts did come up......they were technically a littler lower than they normally allow for discharge but they let her go anyway!!! She was so excited and couldn't wait to see Harley and Savannah. I will post a couple of pictures of Taylor and Savannah playing together again....what a beautiful sight!!!

We had to say goodbye to our great friend Aleeya. This is Aleeya's last round of treatment.....YEAH!!! She will not be allowed to visit Taylor at PCH due to flu season so we can't wait to see her again when Taylor is done with treatment. We absolutely will miss her and her parents so much. They were amazing to us and are great friends. We pray that Aleeya will stay in remission!!!!

For the 1st time since June 18th (day Taylor was diagnosed), I actually got out of the house last night. Grandma came over to watch the girls and Sean and I went to the ASU game. We had a great time with the Novacks and Crusher....too much fun!! It really was nice to do something "normal" again!!

Taylor goes back to the clinic on Wednesday for her bone marrow aspiration and lumbar puncture. I will post once we get the results. Right now she is scheduled for re-admission for Round 4 on October 14th.

Please put the prayers in full force....Wednesday is a big day!!!

Love,
Kristen
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10 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    Such good news!!! The opictures are precious. Glad you got out yesterday---a little bit of fun is good for the soul. Sending healing thoughts and prayers to everyone. Love you.

    G'ma Renee

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  2. Mrs. MoralesOctober 4, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    Hi! So glad to hear that you where able to get out & have a nice evening-that sounds so nice! We love the pictures!

    Shauna

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  3. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    Glad to hear everyone is home together. We are always thinking of you! Have a great weekend!!!
    Love,
    The Maher's

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  4. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 7:51 PM

    Hi Kristen,
    What a blessing to have the whole family together again. Glad to hear Sean and you got to go to the game, too bad ASU didn't win:( We love seeing pictures you posted of the girls.
    You're in our thoughts as always,
    Jenn, Brad, Addy and Chase

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  5. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 7:56 PM

    Home sweet home!!!! ASU game, Taylor and Savannah playing princess dress up, the whole family waking up under one roof...what a glorious weekend! Praying for remission as always!

    Love to you all,
    Laurie T

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  6. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    So glad you guys are home from round 3! So great you guys got out! Keeping you in our prayers!
    Krista

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  7. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    Kristen, I am so glad you are home!! What a nice surprise. Big prayers for Wednesday's visit...remission please and healthy enough for round 4! I went to my 25th year High School reunion football game on Friday night and was able to see old friends. I saw a gal that I have not seen in 25 years, but have befriended on facebook. No kidding the FIRST thing she asked me was..."How's Taylor"...unbelievable. You have many praying for you.

    Love always,
    Suzy

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  8. AnonymousOctober 4, 2009 at 11:09 PM

    Kristen,
    I am sure you are SO pleased to have Taylor home with all of you! I am sure it doesn't matter what you do, as long as you are together! I'm praying for remission and that she can get back in for round 4 soon! Enjoy being under the same roof, dinners together, bedtime rituals, etc. Sending MANY prayers from Colorado!

    XXXXOOOO,
    Liz, Takeda-CO

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  9. AnonymousOctober 5, 2009 at 4:27 PM

    Fantastic that you got out and Taylor made it home. Too bad ASU didn't show up for the game!

    Greg

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  10. AnonymousOctober 6, 2009 at 7:13 PM

    We are hoping tomorrow isn't too rough on Taylor.

    We love you guys!

    Love,
    Laurie T and family

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