Millie's 7th Birthday Present: No Sign of Ewings in Biopsy

Today Millie turned 7 years old, and like a year ago she is limping along with pain in her right leg. Unlike a year ago, the pain does not seem due to any sarcoma activity- but merely the result of the biopsy procedure she went through yesterday.

One of the oncologists on Millie's team examined the slide from the biopsy today and determined that no Ewings Cells were present. (what a "present" for us!)

Here is the text of the email he wrote this morning:

Hi
I know marta told you, but there is no sign of ewings in the biopsy that was done yesterday.

It appears that Amelia's marrow space on that side is empty. That isn't rare in adults, most adults don't have marrow there. It may be a reaction to the stress placed on the bone, since the bone was very thick where the biopsy was done. Or it may be that she would have done this at this point in her life even if she never had ewings.
So happy birthday to Amelia and enjoy your holiday

Obviously Brian and I have a million questions as to why Millie has these areas of no marrow- and what this means for the future. Will these areas grow or shrink? Are her legs more fragile and susceptible to breaking?

The complete pathology is due in next week, at which time (should they come in clean as expected) Millie will get her broviac removed.

I have felt that my life has been hanging in the balance for the last 10 days, and still feel shaken and scared even with this news. I am looking forward to the big exhale when I can smile again and celebrate this great news. Perhaps tonight over Millie's birthday dinner and a margarita (or 2!) I will laugh and let the joy come back in.

Happy Birthday to my sweet sweet girl. You are so strong, so brave, and an inspiration to all who encounter your perfect giggle.