That is such great news about the port or shunt! It will be such a boost not to have to endure the trauma of trying to get a good stick. It should make things a little easier. Will be praying for icknerd.

Hang in there about your sister and niece moving. My son moved to San Diego (he is a research scientist) and my daughter is in Virginia (with my precious grandsons!). It's hard but you can still stay close. It's just important to make sure and keep phone calls at the top of your priority list. Web cams are great, too.

Thinking of you and wishing you good days ahead.