Day 6 – Wednesday 13 January, 2010
We have just spoken to Katherine and Emily has been sleeping for the past 2 hours. She has been given some short acting morphine and they are starting slow release morphine to keep her comfortable and to allow her to have a restful night. Emily is getting 100% of her nutritional needs through a feed, any eating she does is considered a bonus.
Today Emily began chemotherapy. Chemo interferes with the growth of cancer cells. Since the growth of normal cells are also affected some of the side effects may include nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite and hair loss. Emily’s treatment will occur over 100 days with each session being spaced 10 days apart. The goal is to shrink the tumour and hopefully relieve the pain in her bones.
Kath and Gary wanted us to especially thank everybody for the cards, comments and text messages. Even though they are unable to reply at the moment they acknowledge the support these are providing.
Jack and Charlotte spent time in CHOC today and the family had some precious time together. They are currently being well cared for by their 2 grandmothers. We think people will appreciate Jack’s fine artwork above – of particular note, the family resemblance and Charlotte’s ears!
Kath and Gary have met some lovely families on the ward in similar situations and have found it invaluable talking to them.
Vanessa and Leona
PS Thanks for all the encouragement and support we have received in relation to this blog.
Jo & Mike Didham
January 19, 2010 @ 12:25 pm
Dear Gary, Katherine and Family
We are truly saddened to hear the news of wee Emily. As parents we can not even begin to imagine the pain you are feeling. Our thoughts of love and strength are with you. We were touched when we started reading Emilys journey – what a beautiful little girl, and a wonderful artist with a great sense of humor… You are an amazing family and it is very evident that you have a huge circle of support from family and friends.
What a wonderful job Vanessa and Leona are doing – Well done.
Keep fighting.
Love Joanna, Micheal, Madison and Jessica
Bianca Jones
January 14, 2010 @ 10:06 pm
To Katherine, Gary and Family
This is heart wrenching news. It is amazing to see the love and support that you all have behind you, as you help your Emily fight this.
Our love and thoughts are with you!
Bianca and Ieuan xxx
Nana Sue & Paul
January 14, 2010 @ 8:34 pm
Gary and Kath, our wee Em will fight this, as she has the strength from both of you.
As a family we are strong. Love you all heaps.
Nana and Paul
Lyn Debonnaire
January 14, 2010 @ 7:37 pm
Hi Katherine,Gary, Emily, Sherilyn and Tom.
So very sorry to here the sad news about Emily.
keep up with all the positive thoughts
Thankyou Vanessa, Michelle and Leona for setting up this site and the support it will give to all the family.
My love and prayers to you all at this difficult time.
Sherilyn my love to you as you help care for the Jack and little Charlotte
Lyn and Bob Debonnaire
Donna & Richard
January 14, 2010 @ 6:53 pm
Emily, Kath, Woody and Family
You are in our prayers and thoughts as you fight this horrible battle. We are sending you all our love and MASSIVE hugs xxx
Emily get those nasties and kick them in the butt!!!
Love Donna, Richard & Alyssa
Wendy & Lloyd Hughes
January 14, 2010 @ 5:04 pm
We are absolutely shocked at the diagnosis. We send all our love, thoughts and kisses to Emily and all the extended families.
Love
Wendy & Lloyd
Nobby and Karen
January 14, 2010 @ 9:48 am
To Kath and Gary,
So very sorry to hear about Emily. We are both finding it hard to believe and are lost for words. Hope Emily starts to feel better soon.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers every moment of the day.
Take care
Nobby(Jason), Karen, Dylan & Liam
xxxx
Natasha
January 13, 2010 @ 11:55 pm
Dearest Plucky, Woody, Jack, Charlotte and Emily,
We love you. The one thing I know is the heart and spirit of the Pluck and Wooddin Family and the strength little Emily has from the two of you. I think of you constantly and I will be there in a heartbeat if you need me.
You have the support and love from all of us.
So much love
Always Tasha
Barry and Lee
January 13, 2010 @ 11:13 pm
Hey Guys, our thoughts are with you through this terrible time.If you need anything, be it the most incidendle of things, please don’t hesitate to ask, it is times like this that friends can help take away the stress of every day life so you can really concentrate on what is important.
Regards Barry Parker
Stew & Kirst
January 13, 2010 @ 10:59 pm
Woodie & Kath
Hey guys too long between catch ups eh…. Had a call from Carl today just letting me know whats going on in the Woodin house….What to say eh??.. Our thoughts are with you both and your whole family….Keep up the positive thoughts for Emily which I know you will be and we will also..
Just keep talking,hugging and telling how much you love each other….this will help eh…..
Once again our thoughts are with you..
Stew & Kirst xx
Catherine Burns
January 13, 2010 @ 10:45 pm
Sending plenty of love and strength your way. Thinking of you.
Catherinex
Amy, Jase and Lexi
January 13, 2010 @ 10:32 pm
Absolutely devastating.
Fight like you have never fought before.
Hang in there team
Thinking and praying for you
Amy, Jase and Lexi
missymooshoe
January 13, 2010 @ 10:03 pm
hey woodin clan….
I still can’t believe it….as per everyone else my thoughts are with you all in the horrible time..big hugs and thoughts to tom and sherilyn and extended family…
melissa caldwell xx
emma moore
January 13, 2010 @ 10:00 pm
hello emily, i hope you feel better soon. from emma and family.
Felicity & Steve
January 13, 2010 @ 9:04 pm
Hi Emily, i hope you get better soon. lots of love from jake pluck
I hope you get better Emily. lots of love keanan. xoxox
Sarah Harris
January 13, 2010 @ 8:51 pm
Hi Katherine.
I have just got off the phone with Mel Costin who told me the devastating news about Emily. I am so, so sorry. Please know that along with so many other people I send my love, my thoughts, my hope and every other ounce of anything, I can to you all. Kids are fighters, she can do it!
Lots of love, Sarah (Jack and Ryan’s Mum from Mathers Rd Kindy)
Heather Mutu
January 13, 2010 @ 8:29 pm
My thoughts are with you Emily and whanau. Kia kaha little one! See if you can pass on a smile!
Love and blessings
Heather Mutu