Saturday, September 19, 2021
Our sweet grandson Logan has leukemia. Son Austin (AJ) and his wife Amanda took him to Children’s Hospital on Thursday morning for follow-up blood tests. At the time, the chances of cancer were 10%. By the afternoon, it was 90%, they were staying overnight, and a caring nurse told them, ‘Look, this is leukemia; prepare yourselves.’ They have not left the hospital except for picking up packages and food from family. AJ and Amanda are just wonderful as they begin this journey together.
It started as maybe anemia. Or ITP (low platelets). Logan’s unusual blood results from his 9-month checkup peaked his pediatrician’s interest, as did the bruises on his legs. Thank God that this doctor was skilled, paid attention, and ordered more tests. Sooner diagnosis is certainly better than later.
Last Friday (Sep 20) Logan had surgery to insert a central line, bone marrow biopsy, and spinal fluid draw. It is now Saturday, and the results appear to show that he has AML but does not have ALL. Doctors are testing for variants of AML so the chemo drugs can be most effective. I knew very little about Leukemia, but I am learning.
What I do know is that I am now randomly crying/sobbing. When I am shaving, or driving, or simply walking around the house. When I try to say the words “My grandson Logan has Leukemia,” I choke up, cannot finish the sentence and start crying. When I write the words, tears roll down my cheeks. Please say a prayer for Logan and Amanda and AJ. They desperately need them and want them.
(PS: I have not posted for a while, but I have been writing. I have permission from Amanda and AJ to share my posts. I am adding a byline date for any blog posts from past days. )
John, my heart breaks reading this post. I can’t imagine the feelings that go through your head, anger, helplessness, sorrow, but one feeling you have to hold on to is hope. I know there are a lot of family and friends that are praying for your grandson and praying for strength for you and the family as you go through this journey.
Please know our family is there for your family for whatever you might need.
Debbie Hood
It is unimaginable that this is happening to beautiful little Logan. My prayers go out to Logan and his parents. I know one thing he is in good hands and will get the best care his parents and grand parents can find. My 🙏 are with you. Only the best for Logan.
Prayers will continue for all of you. Its just heartbreaking and I am so sorry you and you family are going through this.
This is so hard to read let alone go thru. Or prayers and support as you all go thru this very difficult time. I can’t imagine your anguish and fear but keep hope alive that the Dr’s can find the right cure. 🙏