Memorial Day has always been a special day at our house.  Growing up, Mom/Kelsey would make sure that Ellie and I paused what we were doing to observe the Memorial Day ceremony at the Holy Cross Cemetary across the street from our house...Taps, the 21 Gun Solute, soldiers marching.  We knew it was a day of honor and rememberance.  

This year, the cousins had the opportunity to share that memory together and with their Gramma.  It may not seem like a big deal to them now, but I hope the reverence that Mom/Kelsey instilled in Ellie and me/Lacey rubs off onto them over time.  (Next year, we'll make sure they stand as the flag goes by, haha!) 

Mom/Kelsey has had 9 of her 30 radation treatments as of this morning.  She has also been taking oral chemo every day since the start of radiation.  She is doing well!  She is beginning to feel the accumulated effects of the treatment, and that manifest as fatigue and some nausea. 

She has had the strength to venture out to church, Target :), some grad parties, etc..  And, she is chatting with us about plans for the weeks to come.  We continue to pray for her strength and comfort as treatment continues over the next 4 weeks.  

We could never post an update without THANKING everyone so much for your continued love, support, prayers, messages, meals, etc..  Your contributions have been so generous and so thoughtful.  We cannot even begin to express how grateful we are for each and every one of you!!