Today was a very good day for Joseph. He is eating better after hitting a plateau at 30cc's. He can now go up from there. His numbers are all good and the cardiologists have taken him off one more medicine. He is doing so well that when the doctors were on rounds tonight I said I was looking forward to him being at h___ (rhymes with Rome.) The nurses and a few of the doctors said to me don't say they "H" word out loud. It is bad luck . It is kind of like packing up the gear in baseball before the game is over. It will guarantee a loss. Instead of saying the "H" word they all say "Disneyland." So, if an infant is close to being discharged they all say "oh how nice---he is going to Disneyland." Well hopefully in several more days we can take Joseph to Disneyland!
Several times over the last few says Joseph has smiled. I have been trying to capture that smile with the camera to no avail. Here is the closest I have come so far:
That is Clare holding Joseph. On Wednesday we packed up the kids and took all of them down to the hospital to see their brother. Joseph went from the crib and into each of the girls eager arms. Not once during the visit did he wake up! Unbelievable! But they were pleased as could be to be there with Joseph. Here are a few more pics of the encounter:
I look forward to reporting to you that we are all safe and sound at Disneyland.
Peace,
Kenny and Mary
p.s. Please remember the other infants in the NICU in your prayers. There are a few that really need the help.
3 comments:
Joseph Lund...you just won a healthy happy life...now where are you going to go???
JL "I am going to Disneyland!!!"
XOXO The Gervais Clan :-)
Some say Disneyland is the happiest place on Earth, but I know Joseph will soon find out what his sisters have whispered to him...Being home with all 7 of you together will make it the happiest place on Earth! Lots of Love, MK
Hi again
Well, since you have all been on Mr. Toads wild ride this last month, I would say Disneyland is a great place to plan to go. He is adorable and I do see the smile!! He has lots to smile about, he has a fabulous family he is going to "Disneyland" with very, very soon.
Hugs
Sheila & George Cook
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