Random Musings

School
On Friday we went in and met with the principal and the kindergarten team at Somerset School.  We had contacted the school to discuss some of the challenges and opportunities the teachers would have with Karlee next year.  We had also contacted our social worker and our primary care nurse to ask what we should be talking about.  The school did a great job working out a time that was convenient for us and would allow us to meet with all the people we would need to.

The principal and the teachers were both great; they listened to our concerns and discussed ways they ware already dealing with some of these issues.  We talked through all the concerns we had and all the concerns they had.  They were incredible and are willing to work with us and with the social worked and our primary nurse.  It sounds like we should have very little to worry about next year which is a huge relief to us.


Jamie’s Preschool
Tomorrow Liz Mackie is going to be featured in the Calgary Herald.  Mrs. Mackie is Karlee’s teacher this year and has been the teacher at Jamie’s Preschool for the past 19 years.  She has done so much for the kids and the families and it is great to see her getting the recognition that she deserves. 

Next year Jamie’s Preschool might be down to one full-time student, which is good and bad.  In one way it says that there aren’t as many kids who need a preschool for immune supressed kids, but more than likely it shows the word isn’t getting out.  If you know anyone who could benefit from Jamie’s preschool let me know and I can make sure you get in touch with the correct people.


KCCFA Summer Camps
This year the Kids Cancer Care Foundation is offering a free week at camp for kids whose parents have cancer.  It is exciting to think about these kids having the opportunity to get away for a week and forget about all the stress at home.  I think it is great that the KCCFA now has a camp where they can offer programs like this.  If you know someone who would benefit from this let me know and I will put you in touch with the correct people.


Head Shave for the KCCFA
As a way to give back to the KCCFA we would like to organize a head shave next June.  We are still in the very early stages of figuring out what we will do, but we have several people and kids who are willing to shave their heads.  I like to dream big, and I see a big party with bouncers for the kids, live music, bucket draws, auctions and lots of fun.  Of course somewhere in the middle of this there would be people getting their head shaves while raising money for the KCCFA.  We think this group offers the best balance between the different facets of cancer care.  They give money to research, clinical care, camp and community and scholarships.

We are looking for people who are willing to shave their head (and collect pledges) to raise money.  We are also going to be looking for donations of prizes and auction items as well as supplies (big bouncers, BBQ and food, etc) and finally volunteers to help with everything and anything.  We are hoping by starting early we can ensure we have lots of great stuff and fun activities.

I am even going to grow my hair for a year to raise money.  I know there are lots of people who would like to make fun of me in a skullette and to see what colour my hair comes in.

If you are interested in doing anything e-mail me at ronlewis@telusplanet.net.  Also if you would like to be added to our distribution list for next blog updates please drop me an e-mail!