Today

Catherine was sick once this morning and had a bit of a headache. We phoned up the hospital and they suggested that she probably overdid things the last couple of days. The problem with Catherine, though, is that she is so determined. Either she has overdone things or she may have an infection looming. She already has a bad cough which has been getting on her nerves, but we were all surprised when she was sick today. The hospital said we need to keep an eye on her temperature and make sure she drinks fluids. If her temperature doesn't spike she should be ok and avoid spending time in hospital.

As we had a day off today, we took Catherine to ToysRus. It is great going in school time as there is hardly anyone there so the risk of infection is lower. She is now the proud owner of her first watch, a Fifi scooter and - the reason we went there - a pink portable DVD player. Now she can sit and watch a DVD in bed if she doesn't feel up to doing much else. She enjoyed wandering round the shop and looking at all the toys.

We also received a lovely gift today in the post from Australia! A friend of Catherine's Grandpa sent lots of lovely cards made by lots of children who are praying for Catherine in Australia. Another lady sent her a collection of little hats that she had owned from childhood. When she heard about Catherine, she decided to send them to her. They are a lovely gift, and Catherine enjoyed having her photo taken in each of them. I will try and upload them later.

Thankyou for your ongoing prayers.