Toby had a pretty good day, a little fussy probably from the surgery, but he seems to be improving. He's only on about 0.1 liters of oxygen, which is barely nothing, and half the time the nasal canula isn't even in his nose, but it's there just in case. Twice today he got so upset, he held his breathe on me and turned purple - he's an ornery kid already! :) My parents left today, and my baby sister Shauna is here for the weekend to help us out. It was hard having mom and dad leave, but we're so happy to have Shauna here too. God continues to provide this care for us and our kids. It is starting to wear on us, though. We're ready to have all of our kids home, so we can take care of them and give them what they need. On top of this both of the boys are sick - Garrett has an ear infection, and Conor is running a fever and has cold symptoms. Pray they are well before Toby comes home, and that Bruce and I don't catch what they have. I'm sure not a lot will happen this weekend at the hospital - hopefully next week we will start hearing about steps to be taken to come home. Good night!
By Julie Tunnell — Jan 26, 2007 10:08am
ReplyDeleteDear Carrie and Bruce:
It must feel like you're on a rollercoaster right now with another steep hill to climb, surgery on the shunt again and then Toby does better is on room air. I pray for you to remain strong in your love and faith in God. He will sustain you thru these trials. I love you and Toby!
Julie Tunnell
By Becca Hood — Jan 27, 2007 2:40pm
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord! I'm so thankful that Toby seems to be heading in the right direction. Checking this website has become apart of my daily routine now. We love you guys and continue to keep you all in our prayers. Wish there was more we could do to help you carry this load.
Love,
Bec
By Lon Nell Holt — Jan 27, 2007 5:48pm
ReplyDeleteToby, It was sooooo good to get to hold you again today. Grandma missed you very much while I was away in Texas at your great-grandmother's bedside and then Funeral, but you were in my heart, thoughts and prayers all the time. I am so sorry that your great-grandmother (Nanny) did not get to know you or your brothers, but I know she is in Heaven with Jesus and she will be interceding for you with Him and with the Heavenly Father. She would have loved you, Conor, and Garrett as much as I do. All my love, Grandma Holt