Submitted by Mike on Sat, 09/15/2007 – 3:23pm.

Well Brandon found his shoes and was sooooooooooooooo glad to hear that he was leaving! He is still not taking in the volume of liquid Doctor’s would like to see. His “new” kidney is an adult size and therefore requires a larger amount of fluid. We are also watching his blood count, it is very low. The Doctors are hoping we will not have to give Brandon another blood transfusion. Brandon is now homebound except for hospital visits. He dosen’t quite understand why we are not going out to dinner but for now is happy seeing all his toys! They gave us masks that we have to put on him going to and from the car {He’s just crazy about those}. Brandon now has to be stuck for lab draws 3-4 times a week. My dad has left but my mom is still here. I am still out of commission so we are very grateful she is here! We have so many new rules and restrictons to follow. We wash our hands 10,000 times a day! For now the most important is keeping Brandon away from all animals, plants, flowers, and other people. Brandons diet has also changed. He is now allowed to have milk, french fries, pizza, chocolate and other items he’s never tasted!

It’s going to be in the 30’s tonight!! Thanks again for your messages- Brandon loves to check and see who wrote! Love, Julie