Hair is coming out rapidly. So after talking to those who have experienced it, we think it is best to clip it all off rather than prolong it. Owen shows great delight in pulling out clumps, much to the discouragement and horror of his parents. He test runs bandanas, even walks up and down the hallway, showing off. Visitors turn up and Owen is in great spirits. Then a sudden offer to be disconnected from "Grandma" (The name that the Clown Doctors gave his Pump stand), and O is jumping out of his skin. Off to Maccas, look at the model of the new Hospital and then out into the glorious sun. We watch as he paces ahead and moves around the outside playground like a man obsessed."Look Mum, another handful, hee, hee, hee, hee"
"Batman and Robin"
There was much excitement as the clippers were prepared, a final opportunity to show the nurses who have become his friends what he looks like before the trim.... Then reality set in. Through tears and bravado, the locks are removed. Cutting hair with tears in my eyes is not easy. A sharp reminder of why he is here.A bright red bandana and matching Mario Bros cap and spirits are raised. Joel spends the rest of the day looking at himself, totally impressed with his "scone". Mum is not happy.
Mum stays the night. I sleep at home and my heart breaks as I leave, because our warrior boy is now sad, holding back tears, but trying to be brave. Tonight, he makes a pact with his Mum that his fight is with cancer and no longer with her.... I walk away drained...
"Australia's Mosted Wanted .. Arrested .. Caught eavesdropping"
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