Chloë’s Cancer Journey
A family navigating osteosarcoma, amputation, and recovery — one step at a time.
February and early March brought an unexpected and frightening turn in Chloë’s journey, leading to an ambulance ride and time in the ICU. What followed was a long and difficult stretch, with five and a half weeks spent in hospital before being discharged this past Friday.
🚑 February & March Update
ICU Stay, Recovery, and Moving into the Final Cycle
Mood
Still shaken and incredibly tired, but deeply grateful that Chloë is here and continuing to move forward.
This Month in Treatment
February began like many other treatment months. Chloë started Cycle 5 of 6 of chemotherapy, including her first experience with outpatient treatment — a small but meaningful step.
After what seemed like routine follow-up appointments, everything changed quickly. Within 48 hours, Chloë went from feeling unwell to requiring intensive care.
Justin and I found a rhythm, taking turns between hospital and home. The ICU team showed extraordinary care during an incredibly difficult time, including small acts of kindness we won’t forget.
After one of the hardest weeks of our lives, she became stable enough to return to oncology, where recovery slowly began.
In total, Chloë spent five and a half weeks in hospital before coming home this past Friday.
Where We Are Now
This week marked our return to the Medical Day Unit after six weeks away.
In the middle of everything, we also found a moment to pause. Chloë and I spent my 50th birthday together in the Medical Day Unit, celebrating “Tropical Tuesday.” It may not have been how we imagined the day, but it was still special in its own way.
This week, Chloë begins her sixth and final cycle of chemotherapy. It’s a milestone that feels both heavy and hopeful at the same time. If all goes as planned, we are cautiously hopeful that about a month from now, she will be finished.
Barring any unforeseen complications, the finish line is beginning to come into view — something we are holding onto as we move through this final stretch.
(Photos from Tropical Tuesday to come 💛)
Next week is expected to be a lighter “week off,” with appointments and scans, followed by two final Methotrexate admissions to complete treatment.
How Chloë Is Doing
Chloë continues to show incredible strength. The ICU stay has had a lasting impact, and she is working through weakness while slowly rebuilding her strength with support.
The emotional toll has been significant as well, and she continues to be supported in finding her way back — one step at a time.
Gratitude
We are so grateful to the ICU team, oncology staff, and rehabilitation teams who continue to support Chloë with compassion, skill, and kindness.
One step, one day, one treatment at a time 💛