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I was just getting ready to send you a message, asking what had happened. I'm glad I read this instead, so you didn't feel you had to repeat yourself. Expect a package soon. It's on it's way!
No news yet
Christopher's MRI was today. Everything went really well. We were a bit early and the MRI was running a bit behind, so he ended up not going for the scan until after 11 - at which point he had been fasting for five hours. Poor baby! However, we have jumped to the front of the line before whe...
I am so glad to see him looking so well. He does seem to be enjoying his new playmat. Big hugs to you all.
Check-up
Christopher had his first outpatient follow-up appointment with the cardiologist and cardiovascular surgeon today, and I am pleased to report that all is well! What a lovely change from the last time we went for a check-up and ended up staying for another nine days. When they first measured his...
This is the best news. Wow. Big hugs to you all!
Happy day!
That's right, we're home! Christopher and I had a good night (despite a bit of a noisy roommate), and his blood pressure and oxygen levels were great this morning. So, his doctors decided it was reasonable for us to head home today! We were so pleasantly surprised. It took most of the day t...
He is fighting, and he has a host of people behind him. I'm sorry for his struggles, but so happy to hear he is progressing now. I hope the recovery is swift. I'm glad you're able to stay with him overnight. I'm sure this puts him at greater ease. It would make me feel better and I'm an adult.
Moving on up...
We’ve graduated from the PICU to the ward. We had another good day. Christopher had a bit of a fussy night but settled right away this morning when they let him breastfeed again. He did really well and has breastfed the rest of the day. They took out his feeding tube this afternoon. Hooray!...
I kissed my finger and pressed it to the photo of his little toes. My oldest did the same. If good energy means anything at all. Toe kisses and hugs from us all. Heal quickly, Christopher. Nikki, you and your hubby, hang in there. How's your daughter handling all of this? I'm sure you've been away from home more than usual.
Post-operative day 1
We’re having a fairly quiet day in the ICU, which is a very nice change from yesterday. Christopher did well overnight, with no new issues, and has stayed nice and stable today. He is certainly sicker now than he was after his first surgery, but that’s to be expected. His blood pressure has ...
I am thinking about you constantly. I hope you're with him now.
Surgery, round two
I know many people are anxiously awaiting news so I wanted to post a quick update to let you know how things are. First off, right now, Christopher is doing well. Breathe a sigh of relief and take a minute to thank God, the universe, whoever you thank, because Someone definitely held his hand ...
You are on my mind today. I will be thinking of you and your family as your proceed on the next leg of this difficult journey. My hope is that this surgery will mend what needs to be mended, and he will be well.
Back in the hospital
Christopher had his checkup at CHEO this morning and unfortunately the news isn’t great. His aorta has narrowed down quite drastically, in the part of the aorta just adjacent to the part where he had the surgery. This is called a re-coarctation or, according to the surgeon, more accurately it’...
My heart and thoughts are with you guys right now. I hope he mends quickly. This must be so very difficult, but it seems that you're coping well. I'm sure the rest helped, as difficult as it was to leave him. Big hugs to you all. XOXO
Wednesday update
Good morning! We are back at the hospital for the day. Christopher had a bit of a spell after I spoke to his nurse overnight. He dropped his oxygen level and required some suctioning to clear the secretions from his airway. It only lasted a few seconds and wasn’t considered a severe spell. ...
Digesting and Preparing
I apologize for my extended silence. Our lives have taken a dramatic and sudden turn with news of my husband's deployment in less than 30 days. This is something that we did not expect and are grappling to find our way. Things will be changing in lives. Unfortunately, my blog will be on hiatus for a bit, a while. I don't know. I hope to return, though I don't know if my story will be the same. I doubt it will be. So we will see. For now, love those close to you and not so close to you in... Continue reading
Posted Dec 12, 2009 at Momma Me
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Giving Thanks
Posted Dec 1, 2009 at Momma Me
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I don't think that's too young at all. I think they'd be great for that age. There are no words on the cards, just faces, so the rest is up to you. They are really versatile and lend themselves to a number of activities.
i love feeleez: (my first giveaway)
I have been wanting to write this post for days, but the past week has been chaotic to say the least. I've been under an undue amount of stress and seem to be racing against the clock constantly. There have been quite a few days, when I have felt like this: Frazzled Thank goodness I have the...
Absolutely not. The cards are just images. The rest is up to you. That's what makes them so versatile. I think they'd be great for that age.
i love feeleez: (my first giveaway)
I have been wanting to write this post for days, but the past week has been chaotic to say the least. I've been under an undue amount of stress and seem to be racing against the clock constantly. There have been quite a few days, when I have felt like this: Frazzled Thank goodness I have the...
Thank you, Tana! I picked the book Jumanji, which was an absolute hit with the kids. I also made brownies, which went over incredibly well. It turned out to be such a fun afternoon.
Panicked
Personally, I am dealing with a lot right now. I'm feeling a tremendous amount of internal turmoil about serious matters that could effect my family's life in many ways. I do not wish to discuss them here, but suffice it to say that I am distracted and stressed out big time. In the midst of some...
i love feeleez: (my first giveaway)
Posted Nov 23, 2009 at Momma Me
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Panicked
Personally, I am dealing with a lot right now. I'm feeling a tremendous amount of internal turmoil about serious matters that could effect my family's life in many ways. I do not wish to discuss them here, but suffice it to say that I am distracted and stressed out big time. In the midst of some serious real-life issues, I am on the calendar to be the secret reader for my son's first grade class. And as if my stress level was not high enough, I find myself faced with having to choose an exciting book to read aloud to... Continue reading
Posted Nov 18, 2009 at Momma Me
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Is that an application?
stop sleeping
I love the kind of world music I hear when I'm shopping in some great boutique that I just happen upon. I always try to find that kind of music to add to my own music library, but I am rarely successful. The songs that I find never resonate with me, or even if they do, the melodies just aren't a...
Thank you. She really does do awesome work. I love my bag.
Cool Stuff: I Found It...Finally
First, let me make this really clear. This is not an advertisement. I'm not even sure it qualifies as a review. I am simply in love and bragging about my knitting bag! Several months ago, I went onto Ravelry seeking information in the Remnants forum. Here is the link to the thread, if you are in...
Cool Stuff: I Found It...Finally
Posted Nov 12, 2009 at Momma Me
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Cool Stuff: Design by Me Lego Creations
Posted Nov 10, 2009 at Momma Me
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We've been swamped and I haven't been reading regularly. Now I can't figure out what happened to Steve. I tried going through old posts to no avail. Is he okay? What happened? I wish you all well.
where i've been
:: warming, reading, snuggling, knitting and staring by the fire :: trying to stay on top of the essentials - with the help of many, many friends and sweet family (including, of course, Dorothy Gale of Kansas) :: digging for dinosaur bones in the back yard (you never know...) :: votin...
Our Review: Pickin' Time (iPod/iPhone App)
Posted Nov 6, 2009 at Momma Me
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a wonderful love
Posted Oct 28, 2009 at Momma Me
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indecision
Posted Oct 22, 2009 at Momma Me
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strep
Strep is in our house. Ugh. I'll be back very soon. Continue reading
Posted Oct 21, 2009 at Momma Me
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I just bought the pattern. Now for the yarn. Then I have to make time for the knitting part. You know how it goes.
an awesome hat
via cocoknits.com When I will find the time to knit, not one but two of these hats for the boys, I have no idea. But I love the pattern. It is calling my name. Trina, knit me. Hear it?
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