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We had Baby Charlotte’s exam under anesthesia to

We had Baby Charlotte’s exam under anesthesia today and things are not looking good. Dr Rama found several large tumors spread throughout her left eye and doesn’t think the Intra-arterial chemotherapy we’ve been doing is a good idea at this point. While it does seem to keep the tumors at bay, it doesn’t keep them at bay for very long before they come right back. She gave us two options: enucleate the eye or opt to do the chemo plaque procedure that has never been done in the United States before and has only been done on a trial basis to 18 children in Canada. The chemo plaque has promising results, with the children receiving the higher dose having zero incidences of recurrence. However because it is still in trial we would need to come back to Phoenix every week for 6-8 weeks for exams. That’s a lot of plane rides and a lot of anesthesia, and a lot of time away from my other girls. With Stuart’s rotation schedule it will be impossible for him to assist, so I’ll be single-momming it. We can have the procedure done in Phoenix which is a blessing and Charlotte would be the first in the United States to get it. While enucleation is still an option, because Charlotte has vision in her left eye we still want to fight for her to keep it. Enucleation seems like a quick fix, but it is also so permanent. We are opting to do the chemo plaque, and hopefully if all goes well we won’t have to worry about her left eye again. If in the end we decide to enucleate, we won’t regret at least trying to help her keep her vision. Thank you all so much for your prayers on her behalf. We have become so dependent on them.

<img src="https://crystelmontenegro.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="We had Baby Charlotte’s exam under anesthesia today and things are not looking good. Dr Rama found several large tumors spread throughout her left eye and doesn’t think the Intra-arterial chemotherapy we’ve been doing is a good idea at this point. While it does seem to keep the tumors at bay, it doesn’t keep them at bay for very long before they come right back. She gave us two options: enucleate the eye or opt to do the chemo plaque procedure that has never been done in the United States before and has only been done on a trial basis to 18 children in Canada. The chemo plaque has promising results, with the children receiving the higher dose having zero incidences of recurrence. However because it is still in trial we would need to come back to Phoenix every week for 6-8 weeks for exams. That’s a lot of plane rides and a lot of anesthesia, and a lot of time away from my other girls. With Stuart’s rotation schedule it will be impossible for him to assist, so I’ll be single-momming it. We can have the procedure done in Phoenix which is a blessing and Charlotte would be the first in the United States to get it. While enucleation is still an option, because Charlotte has vision in her left eye we still want to fight for her to keep it. Enucleation seems like a quick fix, but it is also so permanent. We are opting to do the chemo plaque, and hopefully if all goes well we won’t have to worry about her left eye again. If in the end we decide to enucleate, we won’t regret at least trying to help her keep her vision. Thank you all so much for your prayers on her behalf. We have become so dependent on them.">

Nothing like a good mid-project project, am I righ

Nothing like a good mid-project project, am I right?! I know you all loved the blue carpet on the back porch but it just had to go. 🤪 I wanted to take advantage of the short window I had my husbands help so we paused the kitchen to install the trex and I am so so happy it’s done! It’s no longer painful to look out at that nasty carpet. And doesn’t this beautiful outdoor rug from @rugs_usa just complete the space?? I love having a defined seating area to look out at our beautiful view! The flooring was tedious work but guess what… I never have to do it again if I don’t want to and now I can enjoy it! #ad #rugsusa

<img src="https://crystelmontenegro.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="Nothing like a good mid-project project, am I right?! I know you all loved the blue carpet on the back porch but it just had to go. 🤪 I wanted to take advantage of the short window I had my husbands help so we paused the kitchen to install the trex and I am so so happy it’s done! It’s no longer painful to look out at that nasty carpet. And doesn’t this beautiful outdoor rug from @rugs_usa just complete the space?? I love having a defined seating area to look out at our beautiful view! The flooring was tedious work but guess what… I never have to do it again if I don’t want to and now I can enjoy it! #ad #rugsusa">

I can’t even tell you how much easier my kitchen

I can’t even tell you how much easier my kitchen renovation has been thanks to @kobalttools ! Their 24 volt battery operated line of power tools has been nothing short of amazing with high power and so much convenience! #ad #kobalttools #kobaltpartner

<img src="https://crystelmontenegro.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="I can’t even tell you how much easier my kitchen renovation has been thanks to @kobalttools ! Their 24 volt battery operated line of power tools has been nothing short of amazing with high power and so much convenience! #ad #kobalttools #kobaltpartner">

I still can’t believe I built this fireplace all

I still can’t believe I built this fireplace all by myself! Now that the weather is starting to cool down I am so happy that I did it sooner rather than later. This was such a fun project and it was so rewarding doing so many things that I had never done before (like masonry work and running a chainsaw) and having them actually turn out okay! My husband and I differ in how we approach projects for sure. He is very thorough and thinks everything 100% before he even starts, but because of it he often takes a long time to start, and his projects take a long time to complete although they are most of the time very well done. On the other hand, I tend to watch a few YouTube videos and think “I can do that!” And then jump in with both feet and more often than not find myself in a predicament I probably could have avoided had I thought it through better. But that’s how I learn, and even though there are plenty of mistakes made, it usually turns out okay in the end. What about you? Are you a jump in and do it kind of person or are you more methodical in your approach?

<img src="https://crystelmontenegro.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="I still can’t believe I built this fireplace all by myself! Now that the weather is starting to cool down I am so happy that I did it sooner rather than later. This was such a fun project and it was so rewarding doing so many things that I had never done before (like masonry work and running a chainsaw) and having them actually turn out okay! My husband and I differ in how we approach projects for sure. He is very thorough and thinks everything 100% before he even starts, but because of it he often takes a long time to start, and his projects take a long time to complete although they are most of the time very well done. On the other hand, I tend to watch a few YouTube videos and think “I can do that!” And then jump in with both feet and more often than not find myself in a predicament I probably could have avoided had I thought it through better. But that’s how I learn, and even though there are plenty of mistakes made, it usually turns out okay in the end. What about you? Are you a jump in and do it kind of person or are you more methodical in your approach?">

Kobalt Tools Review. My kitchen renovation project

Kobalt Tools Review. My kitchen renovation project is brought to you by @kobalttools ! They sent me a bunch of tools including their line of cordless 24-volt battery operated power tools to review and I am legitimately impressed! I can’t tell you how convenient it has been not to have to search for and navigate around an extension cord but I’m also impressed by the power! They have performed every bit as well as any corded tool and you can’t beat the price! #kobalttools #kobaltpartner #ad

<img src="https://crystelmontenegro.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="Kobalt Tools Review. My kitchen renovation project is brought to you by @kobalttools ! They sent me a bunch of tools including their line of cordless 24-volt battery operated power tools to review and I am legitimately impressed! I can’t tell you how convenient it has been not to have to search for and navigate around an extension cord but I’m also impressed by the power! They have performed every bit as well as any corded tool and you can’t beat the price! #kobalttools #kobaltpartner #ad">

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