Feb. 9, 2006

EMAIL #1 sent on 02/09/06
Good evening, all,
whew.... ok, a moment to sit. First and foremost, thank you so much for your thoughts, prayers, and kind words of encouragement. My mother and I have been with Erica at Brigham and Women's Hospital since 11am this morning with many developments throughout the day. The basic information that I can offer right now is that she has been diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) and is currently undergoing aggressive treatments. There have been more tests than I can share and already two rounds of chemotherapy. She is SOOOO strong and immensely brave. Yes, there is plenty more to share but it will have to wait as I promised her I would be back in her room within the hour. I promise to continue the updates. This will be a long road.. she is in the hospital for at least one month before they can release her and after which there will be years of treatment. She gets every message,
every text, and I think she feels all the good will being sent her way! For now, my mother and I will remain in Boston most likely until the month is through at which time I will most likely find us an apartment. Luke is here with us and ideally with each of us sharing rounds, she will never be alone in her room. :) Thank you again for all your prayers---keep 'em coming!
Much love,
Jaci