In the Wizard of Oz, Dorothy went through a journey before she clicked her heels together to return home. She made friends along the way, faced many challenges and learned a lot about herself. Our journey at MSKCC was similar... each day held moments of joy and sorrow, faith and fear, exhaustion and energy. Those moments were shared with staff, patients and families alike. Each person we met had their own story, their own journey, their own moments. Leaving Sloan today was a step forward for Jon in his recovery. We were excited to step outside in the sun and celebrate this beautiful day. At the same time, it was hard to say good-bye to the people who so quickly became like family; Jon's lively roommate, Frank, his nurses MaryAnn, Lisa and Ruth, the Mom and Dad caring for their adult son, the daughter there for her Dad...the list goes on and on. While the world outside was happening, our 7th floor was it's own world and we were all a part of it; sharing stories, offering support, working towards a common goal of going home. Today was our day to go home, saying good-bye with the knowledge we wouldn't cross paths with most of these people again. Yet in our dark hours, they were there, living it with us, that makes them family. With hugs and well-wishes we left our temporary home holding each of member of out new family in our hearts as we returned to our beautiful children, so happy to see their smiling faces. Jon was quickly surrounded in their love and as you can see in the picture, there really is no place like home...
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