Sat. 19 Oct. 2002
Welcome back to Billy's Page.
Well, as you know, Billy is home. He spent a nice relaxing day in his own surrounding . He played some play station games, watched some football, and talked to a few of his Friends on the phone. He got another hat and T-shirt in the mail from South Carolina, and California, "Thank you"! I want to acknowledge all of the Gifts Billy will receive by saying which State and or Country they were sent from. I won't use the names of the senders for privacy reasons, so if you see your Stat , and you've sent something to Bill , it's probably your gift I am referring to! OK! OK!
I also added a page (inactive now) that has a flag from all of the Countries of the people who have signed Billy's Guestbook and or Guest map. You can find that page Click for listed Countries, or you can find a link to it on the opening page as well. If you have signed Billy's Guestbook and or Guest map, and don't see a Flag representing your Country, let me know and I will get one posted ASAP! I want to give a "Special" Thank you to Vikki (aka Angel). I had the Honor of talking to her on the phone this afternoon. She is the Founder of the Universal Angel Foundation here in Fla. She has organized some very nice things that will be happening for, and to Billy in the next couple of weeks. I promised I'd keep it a secret though! So, I'll fill you all in as they happen! Let me close now by saying, on behalf of Billy and his family, THANK YOU, and Good Night.
Mon. 21 Oct. 2002
OOOOPS! I missed a day! *wink*. Not really, we had a wonderful day, we didn't miss a thing! Yesterday was Sunday and we all know what that means... FOOTBALL ...! Billy spent most of the day glued to the TV as did I, and most men around the Country! Although Our favorite teams didn't win, we did, for being able to spend the day together. After the games we installed a new program to Billy's computer. It is a program that enables you to build an amusement park from the ground up, everything from trash cans to cotton candy! It is really something else, it is called "Roller Coaster Tycoon". Billy has control over the price of admission, as well as what is offered at the concession stands! If I can get him to take a break from it, maybe I'll give it a try!
The mail has just arrived, and I would like to acknowledge that Billy has received a Beautiful Painted Angel, with a Certificate explaining it's meaning! It is from Vero Beach, Florida .Thank you "Angel" *wink*. Also Billy received an Great looking hat from his new Friends in Seneca Falls, N.Y., The hat is of the Syracuse University Orangemen. Thank You to the "A " family!
Tues. 22 Oct. 2002
Welcome back to Billy's Page. Yet another uneventful day at home for Billy! He is feeling much better, and has re-bounded quite well from his chemo treatment, just in time for his next chemo session. We are to be at the Hospital tomorrow afternoon at 1:00 for another MRI of Billy's tumors. His blood counts will also be checked at this time.
Billy was visited this afternoon by his gifted program Teacher Mrs. R. She brought a video tape of his classmates, and their get well messages to him. We (Billy's Mom and Dad) want to thank all of his class mates, for all of the cards and letters of support that have been sent home to Billy, he truly appreciates them and the sentiment behind them. So, to all the Kids at Lakeview Fundamental Elementary School , "THANK YOU SO MUCH" ! Give yourselves an A + for Friendship.
Thurs. 24 Oct. 2002
Welcome back to Billy's Page. Billy was re-admitted to All Childrens Hospital this morning (rm # 265). We had a bit of good news as well. Billy had an MRI yesterday to see if the Chemotherapy had any effect on the suspected tumor in his lower femur, just above his knee. The image was not changed in structure or density, so they are treating that lesion as a possible cyst (benign). But..........they are still going to treat Billy as though the Cancer has spread, just not as aggressive as the first session of chemotherapy. Billy will receive the Chemo in 2 stages, Today begins the the 1st. He will get a 3 day session of 3 of the chemo drugs. He will be allowed home when he feels good enough to go home. Billy will return to the Hospital in about 2 - 3 weeks for a 5 day treatment of the other 2 drugs. This is the very same treatment he had in his 1st chemo session, just split up into 2 visits. This ,they say, will be easier for him to handle and he shouldn't get as sick *grin*.
Billy will be in room # 265 at All Childrens Hospital until at least Saturday ( 727 - 898 - 7451 ).
Fri. 25 Oct. 2002
Hello All. Well the second day of Billy's chemotherapy came with the usual side effects. Billy was unable to keep any of his food down, although he tried. He is feeling pretty " Blah ". His Home-bound Teacher did bring Billy's 1st semester report card to the Hospital, and Billy made the Honor Roll once again! We're so proud of him. Three A's and two B's! Way 'ta go buddy!
Billy received a Beautiful Ornament of St . Peregrine, Patron of Cancer Victims (1260-1345), Feast Day, May 1st; from Mr. B. and Family, THANK YOU! He also received a package from Huntsville, Alabama, THANK YOU! Billy also received Cards from Bardstown, KY., Miami, Florida, and St. Pete., Florida. THANK YOU ALL! Yesterday Billy received a package from Somerset, NJ; THANK YOU Too.
Sat. 26 Oct. 2002
Hello All. As one would have it, Billy fell into the "when am I going home category"! Billy is still in the Hospital until at least Tomorrow mid day. Billy had 2 sessions of a 24 hour drug , and the second one was started at 9:30 pm yesterday, which runs untill 9:30 tonight. Soooooooo! If all goes well *grin*, he should be home tomorrow.
Billy did very well today with his food. Yes, he got sick, but cleaned himself up (with a little help) and finished his lunch. He felt much better. Alicia came home this morning, and Billy and I watched College football all day!! Miami won, but Florida State got beat up pretty good by Notre Dame.
Ama and Apa got Billy the new Lord of the Rings CD for Play Station today! Billy was so surprised, and yes, he is playing it! In case you don't know, Billy brings his Play Station II to the Hospital with him when he is admitted. They bring in another TV so he can hook it up to.
Billy's Uncle Fernando (Alicia's Brother) is due to arrive tomorrow night from North Carolina. He is stationed there as a Marine, at Camp Lejeaune. Also his other Uncle Jorge ( Alicia's Brother) and Apa, Alicia's Father (Billy's Grandfather) are due next weekend. Ama will be spending the night with Billy tonight, which allows Alicia to have a good nights sleep at home. Thanks Ama ! Good night, Be Well.
Sun. 27 Oct. 2002
Welcome back to Billy's page! yes, Billy is home!! Billy was released this morning, and came home to a great surprise. There was an "Angel" waiting here for him. The Angel was Vikki Wells aka "Angel", the Founder of the Universal Angel Foundation. She had driven from Vero Beach, on the east coast of Florida to bring Billy a box full of things sent to her by persons wanting to give something to Billy. I would like to acknowledge all those who have thought enough of Our Son to not only include him in their thoughts and Prayers, but also send him something he can put his hands on. From Vikki's Angel Garden, Billy received 2 very Beautiful Stone Angles. There was a shirt autographed by all the Members of Indian River County Dept. of Emergency Services. A shirt from WGYL, a soft rock radio Station which was autographed by the show hosts! A shirt from the Universal Angel Foundation, autographed by All the Members, Joe (vet66a), Angel, BJ, Jeannie, Louise! A hat from the LA Dodgers. 20 Stuffed collectable Bears! A bag full of Miami Dolphin Memorabilia! A beautiful brass Angel, with alot of Pocket Angels for Billy's Friends at the Hospital.
Thank you sooooo much Vikki, for thinking so much of Our son to do this for him. He has had such a tough time these past 6 weeks, and things such as what you've done give him the strength to fight even harder than he does. I know it's not much, but I would like to invite all of you who follow Billy's Journey with us to Visit the Universal Angel Foundation Website (inactive), and possibly make a small donation in the name of Billy so that this wonderful program can reach out to other children as it did for Our Son Billy. You can visit Billy's Links Page, or click on the link above .
Thank you All at the Universal Angel Foundation!
Billy also received a hat from The University of Alabama! Thanks "D"., and a great Fleece jacket from NJ! Thank you F and P!
Mon. 28 Oct. 2002
Wow, What a day it's been! We watched the 7th game of the World Series last night, The Angels Won !! and today Billy received 3 packages from La Habra, California (thank you Mary Dee ) which included an Angels Hat, an LA Kings hat, and THUNDER STICKS!! Billy was floored! He Loves the Color red, it is his favorite color!
Billy and Michael, Oct. 28 th 2002To top off the day, Billy was visited by one of his best friends Michael Williams . Michael used to live across the street from us but moved to Wisconsin last year. You see, Michael's Dad is Tyrone Williams, #37 on the Green Bay Packers Football team. Michael brought Billy an autographed photo of his Dad and a signed Plaque of the one and only Brett Favre #4, the Quarter back for the Green Bay Packers!! Thats not all...........As Billy and Michael were sharing in old times the phone rang; yep, it was Tyrone Williams and he wanted to talk to Billy!! Billy talked to him on the phone, and Tyrone wished Billy the best of health. Billy told Tyrone that he was a Bucs Fan!!( Tampa Bay Bucaneers ). It was so great to have someone of his stature to take time out and call Billy, and wish him well. Billy is still in shock, but most of all, he was so happy to see his Friend Michael again, he will be heading back to Green Bay tomorrow. Thank you all again for keeping Billy in your Thoughts, Hearts, and Prayers. Have a great evening.
P.S. I left out one very important thing! Billy was visited today by his home bound teacher. They spent a few hours together which very well. Billy's teacher, Mrs. B, really likes Billy, and admires his attitude. She said that Billy will have absolutely no problems keeping up with his school work.
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