Hello Idan’s army,
Greetings from Seattle! We just finished our second week of pre-transplant testing here and things are going well. We wanted to thank you all again for the endless support and encouragement, and for helping us get Idan to Seattle. We have been keeping the blog updated with our day-to-day activities and posting pictures on Facebook. In case you missed any, we will have highlights below.
Many of you have asked for our address and we finally have one to share with you. We will move into an apartment about a mile from the hospital. We have Akiva’s childhood friend from Israel to thank for this arrangement, as he just moved into that complex as well and arranged for us to sign a lease for the next few months. Our new address is 6367 NE Radford Dr #4012 Seattle, WA 98115.
Idan will likely be admitted to the hospital on October 15th, and discharged some time in December or so. Once he is discharged, he will still need to be in complete isolation and home-bound for the next couple months until it is safe for him to travel back to New York. During this time of isolation for Idan, we hope to create for him an IdaniWonderland in his play room. We would love your ideas on how to keep a then-17 month old entertained, physically active, and happy to be indoors. We have created an Amazon Wish list of some fun activity toys we are thinking of and would love suggestions!
This week, the social worker at the hospital asked us how we coped with everything we are going through. First, we said that Idan makes it all so easy with his positive attitude and joy. But, importantly, we added that all the support and encouragement we are getting from #TeamIdan has kept us strong. Once again, we cannot thank you all enough for everything you have done for us in the past few months. From helping us fundraise, to running toy drives, to sending books, gift cards, and warm wishes, you have made this journey much easier on our family, and kept us going. Thank you.
Lastly, for those who missed it, here are some recent posts on our blog, www.idanmyhero.com:
Countdown to transplant – our first day of tests
Countdown to transplant… Day 2 of testing
Day 3 of pre-transplant testing – painful
Hospital waiting rooms
Week 2 of Pre-transplant Testing – No, we’re not done yet.
Boxes! Empty low tech cardboard boxes for idan to crawl in and out of. It will give you hours of fun!
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Amanda, Akiva – You know all your friends, family, coworkers here in New York are sending their prayers your way. We’re looking forward to the day when you say that Idan is doing so well that you are able to bring him back to New York. Keep your spirits up and if ever you find it is getting to you don’t be afraid to reach out and talk to someone. I would volunteer my services but I don’t think we are close enough for that but if ever you wish to I am here. Sarah O.