Normal.

As of today we have had what feels like a long spell where nothing bad (Indie being sick) has happened. I thank God for this restful and peaceful time. She is no longer afraid of having thin short hair, and with a little eye liner she looks amazing ( she always looks amazing to me). I was wondering how the students at her school would respond to her returning. I asked Avery and he said that even the bully asked how she was doing and said to tell her, I said get well. Can you believe that. I stand amazed. As we have traveled this road as a family and you know you are ALL our family even Allison and my mom's work friends. We have been grateful for the blessings of well wishes, prayers and even the moments in the day when you have a spare moment and think of her.
People at times have asked us how do we do it (deal with this cancer issue). Well we have no other options. We have stuck together like glue. Our family has been put through a bit of the refining fire and have come through this part better people, except for Indie at times who is HOUNDING us daily for a dog. It will make her happy, she says. We will cross that bridge when we come to it.
Our house has been transformed into a medical storage unit (actually it's not that bad) and we have gained a knowledge of how to care for her. I feel blessed to call her my daughter. I sometimes feel unqualified to be her father, but I have faith that we are father and daughter for a reason. With each day she teaches me and our family something new . Could I list them yes, but somethings are sacred. I will hold on to them in my heart and my journal will never tell.
Sometimes people don't know what to say when they see us around town or here and there with Indie. The preferred greeting would be hi. How are you all? Nothing else. If you see Heidi or myself then feel free to ask the other questions, we really don't mind and it helps us to share with those who care. Thank you very much.

We are so grateful for everything. Our hearts are full and are are greatful for everything. Thank you for lightening our burden and sharing this difficult journey with us.

Much love,
The Dunlaps.