I will admit that my faith was shaken this morning. My spirits were low and my frustrations were high. I need to apologize and confess that I doubted God this morning. As I saw my little princess throwing up this morning and looking so tired and dehydrated, I doubted. Even after all that He has brought us through. I am ashamed to admit it but I need to confess it and repent.
Here's some good news. We switched to Pedialyte and have held down a little over 3 oz. so far. We are going to stay on clear fluids and they have prescribed Zantac in hopes that is soothes her tummy. Please pray that she is able to continue to hold these fluids down and it able to easily transition into her formula and solids.
Since getting on the IV fluids, she has perked up. She was even doing some of her old antics. I have included a video of her doing her "mad face". If you have ever seen her do this before the surgery, this will absolutely melt your heart.
She got her JP drain taken out today (her drainage tube in her head)!! This is wonderful! We started with: a breathing tube, central line, JP drain, arterial line, IV line, EKG and rectal thermometer and now we are down to just an IV! If that doesn't make you want to praise God, I don't know what will!
We have had a lot more wake time lately. This afternoon these wake times have been very chill. She has been lying in daddy's arms for over an hour now and she is so content.
I know God can be glorified despite my doubts and failures, but please pray that I may be a better witness to His provision and mercy in our lives. Please also pray that Mia's appetite increases and that she hold down everything. We love you, friends.
Praying! How's big sister Maddie doing ??
ReplyDeleteMaddie is doing great! She went to school today and was excited to see her buddies. She has been spoiled by her grandparents (both sets) over the last few days! She misses her sweet sister, but had been patient and understanding. Thanks for asking!
ReplyDeleteSweet friend I just wanted to encourage you that this road is about Him shaping you all more into His image so you will reflect His Son even more. You are learning and looking more like Him for going through it. Consider Him as Hebrews 12 says. Read it cherish it. Keep God your end point not healing. Healing will come but be sure He is what you want first and all other things will fall into place even those things you do not understand. God is good no matter what. make sure your first focus is Him not what He gives then He will give you all good things. We have a great and awesome Dad. It is easy to shift perspective though on the things we want so desperately over Him Himself. Praying tons ,for you all. We love you and Mia she will be home soon and be well soon.
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