First and foremost, we are so thankful for the miracles that the Lord has provided daily. Some of them may seem small, but in our eyes they are huge praise reports.
*All of his test (Echocardiogram & Renal & Spinal Ultrasound) were all normal!!
*We were set up with some of the best doctors and nurses from day one. Our surgeon has the reputation of being the best around...he just happened to be on call on the day we were admitted...we like to say that the Lord put him on call.
*Ellison is eating very well for a baby that had to start out on IV nutrition for the first 3 days of his life. Right now, he is taking about 70-80cc per feeding. He has been able to breastfeed several times also.
*Ellison's surgery was a great success. He does have a colostomy on his left side that is doing well. He will have this for about 6-8 months and then it will be reversed.
*The Geneticist(?spelling) met with us yesterday and is pretty sure that this was an isolated event. He was super nice and very helpful.
So for all who are wondering what to pray for specifically:
*Ellison to continue to eat well and have normal output.
*Our learning sessions with the colostomy.
*For us to be a witness for all of those around us...it doesn't take long to realize you are not in this alone and also that we don't have it all that bad.
*Our homecoming and my nerves that will go along with that...it will be hard for me not to be able to measure and weigh all of the diapers...I need accurate intake and output please:)
We can not begin to say enough thanks for all of those who have stopped by and showed a smiling face, prayed, or brought food and gifts. One never realizes how much you truly need each other until you are thrown into a situation like this. We will never be able to repay each of you, but please know that your rewards are not here on earth but in heaven. It's amazing how the Lord knows when to send someone or a phone call just in the nick of time. I was thinking an anxious thought today and in the next minute the Lord provided for us. We are truly thankful for each and every one of you.
The update is that as long as Ellison continues to eat well...We will be home on Friday! He will still be facing at least 2-3 more surgeries but we know the Lord will be with us every step of the way. One thing that Matthew and I both have learned or have been truly reminded of is that the Lord is faithful! To God be the Glory!
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Nicole not sure if you remember me- Lucy, Connie's sister, Anne and Shelton's daughter. Connie sent me your blog and I have been following it. So glad Ellison is doing well. I will continue to pray for yall and will follow along the way. I am sure he is in GREAT hands with a mom like you. You took such good care of mom and we all loved you!! I will keep checking on yall and praying!!!
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Nicole - it was great to see you yesterday on our by chance meeting in the lobby!! Praying you really get to come home today and for a smooth transition for all of you. Praying for your nerves and that being in your home together will actually help you relax.
ReplyDeletePraising God for all the great reports and praying for continued ones!!
He's such a cutie. I just want to squeeze those little cheeks.