Progress

Today was definitely the turn-around day, but we still had some difficulties. Last night I was feeling overwhelmed with all the things Elijah's little body needed to do to be healthy again, so I decided to focus on one of those things and pray hard for it. So I prayed for poop. And wow, that prayer sure was answered today because I changed TWELVE poopy diapers! I'm not joking! Tonight I'm focusing my prayers on fluid intake because he is still refusing to drink much. Hopefully tomorrow he will be chugging down his water like he usually does.

He was pretty tired and crabby for most of the day today. Thank goodness for Veggie Tales. What did people do to console their sick, tired, crabby babies before television? I can't imagine! He was so ready for bed by 5:00, but I managed to hold him off till 6:00 and he's been totally zonked since then.

His temp fluctuated a lot again today, but it never got higher than 99.2 degrees. I think those antibiotics are doing their job and fighting something off. I'm hoping for no elevated temps tomorrow. The area that was worked on in surgery is looking much better, but it's still hard to look at. Poor little man. He's been through so much.

We did manage to make it to the park today for some swinging. He looooves to swing. When we turn the corner to the park, he sees the swings and starts to flap his arms and kick his legs like a crazy man. He's so funny. Other than that, we just hung out at home and did lots of playing and reading books and watching Veggie Tales when he got really fussy.

I decided it wasn't in Elijah's best interest to spend the night at the dropzone, so we are at home right now. We miss Daddy! It's hard spending weekends away from him now, but it will be good to have the extra money. Dan has been so focused on this goal all summer and I'm so proud of him for making it happen and doing everything he can to contribute financially. My job provides us with unbeatable benefits, so me leaving there is not an option for us. With him substitute teaching throughout the school year, he has been able to be with Elijah through some critical times. He has had the flexibility to stay home with him when needed, and he has never complained about our situation. He is such a good daddy. Elijah and I love him so much.

One last thing. It is my stepmom's birthday today and I want to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to her! She has been such a huge support for us. She has been so wonderful to my dad and to me and to my family. We all love her very much. She treats me as her own daughter and I'm so thankful for that. Paula, we love you! We can't wait to see you in November!

Thanks for checking in. Sorry, no pics tonight. Tomorrow!