This morning Sarah was up at 8:30, I arrived soon after that and noticed that the numbers weren't written on the calendar yet. This could only mean one thing right? You are correct, they went down again. We are not discouraged just a little anxious. Her whites are 1.2 and her neuts are 0.4. Her platelets also went down from 30 to 25. It was said to us again today that this isn't something to worry about, and that its normal. Today she received a GCSF growth shot so tomorrow they should be up a little bit. I think of this as sort of like teaching a kid to ride a two wheeler. You have to help them out at first, but at some point you have to let go. Sarah is feeling a little better than yesterday and today she was able to talk a little bit. She is also trying to get off of the pain pump so tonight she has a morphine patch and then she will also receive her fentanyl as she needs it by pushing the button.
At about noon I headed over to Ymay Hair Studio (403-244-0608). I went there to go help my Mom with Cael as she had her hair cut and coloured by my sister Rachelle. It was so nice to see my baby again, he was as happy as he always is, and smiled at me like he smiles at everyone. We headed over to the hospital to let Sarah see her baby. We took the elevator up and I had to wait near the elevators with Cael while my mom got Sarah, a short while later she was finally holding her little boy. We went back to the apartment and spent the afternoon chatting and watching Cael. I don't want to brag but I think he might be the best baby around. Sarah was able to stay at the apartment until 8:00. She is now hooked up to her IV and will spend the night in the hospital. Sarah said it was really nice to see and hold her baby but it is also hard for her to hold him and realize that she still has a long way to go. It is still months away before she can hold him in his room, and lay him in his bed. It was also very nice for both of us to see Mama Jo-Jo, to spend time with her. She is going to spend the night in the apartment, so she will be here for awhile tomorrow. As we were leaving to go back to the hospital she said "I don't need to read the blog tonight!" I think she will though. As we go to bed tonight we can look forward to the numbers being higher tomorrow. G'night
K
Sweet outfit Cael!
Cael's Laos homey
Smiles
I'm so happy for you that Cael could come and visit! Enjoy him. Praying for you! Karen T.
ReplyDeleteLoved seeing the pictures of Cael with Mom and Dad tonight!
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That is one cute baby!! How nice that you got to see and spend time with Cael. Praying that you'll be able to hold and cuddle him to your hearts content very soon.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you got to see Cael today!! Wow, is he ever cute:)You are that much closer to being home with your boys, and sleeping in your very own bed without being hooked up! Look at all you've already done, you are truly amazing.
ReplyDeleteOur kids pray for you totally on their own now, and you know what the Bible says about the prayers of children-they are powerful! Thinking of you so much....
~Deb
So awesome that you guys got to see your baby!! It must be so hard to be away from your kids so much... I can't imagine. Hope the time goes by faster till you'll all be home together. :)
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ReplyDeleteOne faithful, loving, caring God in the midst of it all. Praying that you will feel this to be true in the coming days. He is able and He is faithful.
How wonderful you could visit with your little man. He is such a cutie! Praying blessings over the families that watch over your precious kids, and praying that God will fill the void when you miss them so much and long to hold them. Praying that you may lie down in a restful sleep tonight and that tomorrow will be a day of rejoicing with renewed strength and higher numbers. Good night. Hugs comin' at ya!
Hey Sarah & Kurt
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It's great to see you Smile Sarah with your Baby
God Has Bless you and will conintue to uphold you in His care.
Praying for healing in you life.
Love, Monika
Dear Kurt & Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI caught up reading your blog & comments the other morning as I was off work. I cried at all the pain that you have been through, but there was also tears of joy with all the support you are getting from so many people who love you and are crying out to our Father in heaven on your behalf !! Will continue to pray for positive numbers & that the pain in your mouth and throat will subside. Kurt you are an incredible support to Sarah and we praise God for you!
So happy that you can see your beautiful baby – may God continue to give you both strength & courage as you continue on this hard journey!!
“Yet, I am confident that I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the LORD.” Psalm 27: 13,14
Vivian and Gary Simpson
Yeah sure, that baby is cute - wee Cael. But how about that picture of Mommy and Cael? Sarah's not hard on the eyes either...
ReplyDeleteTrue grit, that's what you are showing us Sarah. And last time I saw any of that was when Adrian's hero, the "Duke" (aka John Wayne) hit the big screen in 1969. The world needs more of you Sarah. Hoping and praying for good sleep, significant relief and higher numbers.
Sarah you look so lovely holding that precious little son of yours. And equally handsome is daddy with his little boy. What a cutie that Cael is. So nice for you to be up for spending a good part of your day in the apt. with family. We will pray for continued progress in your lab reports and we know God is so present in your life. Sarah be strong in your journey of recovery, and hope you continue to feel better each day as you were today. Keep drinking those healthy concoctions to give you renewed strength. have a peaceful night.
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Oh, for the innocence of a 5 month old baby!! I'm so glad that you guys got to hold Cael today. He might not remember but you will!Lots of love and hope you're not too tired tomorrow, Sarah...Mum & Dad R.
ReplyDeleteCael is adorable and he looks so happy with you guys! Sarah - your smile in that picture is contagious!
ReplyDeleteStay strong Sarah!!
Sending all our love and strength,
Colin and Kelsey
I love the pictures! Thank you for posting!! My newphews are sooo friggin cute :) Praying for the day you 4 are all together again. Soon and very soon.. Sarah looks awesome. (so do you Kurt) Love Bren
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful day you all had; a little family reunion! Such a cute little guy Cael is! Praying that God will give you His peace as you must say good by again tomorrow. Praying that the days will fly by till you can be home again, together as a family! Praying for healing of your mouth, an increasing ability to eat and a steady progression to full health and strength! God bless....Evelyn
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah and Kurt, I love your blog. Thanks for the updates. Your family is so beautiful!! I'm so glad that you got to spend some time with Cael. He is just the cutest. Sending hugs and kisses. Stay strong Sarah. Love yah :)
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Today's post made me smile and cry at the very same time! I am so glad that you were able to stay strong enough to spend the day with Cael. He and Linden are so lucky to have you as a mother, Sarah. You might not always think that right now but one day, when they are old enough to understand everything you went through, they will realize what a wonderful example of strength, faith and beauty their mother is to them. Keep trying! You are so loved and well cared for. Have a wonderful day.
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Miriam
Hey Kurt & Sarah - I think you have the right to brag about your little guy Kurt. We got to visit with him & Oma Jojo at the Dietermans on Monday and when he wasn't sleeping he was smilin'. What a little cutey. (I'll send ya a pic of him with his second cousins)Just wanted to let you guys know that we're following your journey and our prayers are with you all the way. Love Rocky & Nancy
ReplyDeleteSarah & Kurt, We're so stoked for the both of you that you were able to visit with your little man. He's a happy looking dude for sure. We're praying that your numbers are back up today and that you're feeling better.
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That is a friggin cute outfit! I love love the little cardi with tee underneeth, Cael is one styling tot :) Wait is it shallow to only comment on clothing?? We are of course always thinking and praying over here too. Enjoy your time with Cael, you could not have a better baby with a better personality right now!
ReplyDeleteI don't think it's bragging if it's factual ... he IS the best baby around! And I was gonna say he looks just like you, Kurt ... but then in that picture he does look a lot like you too, Sarah! Glad you had a good visit with him.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah & Kurt
ReplyDeleteMay the Lord Bless you on this day.
I Greatful for all the comments and Love shown by God's people.
God continue Healing you and give Kurt Streath
Peace, Love as you both go do this togeather
Love, Monika
cael looks cuter by the minute!!! oh man i could squeeze his cheeks :)
ReplyDeleteyou're mom is amazing Kurt! i'm glad you could visit all together.
hope all is going well tihs afternoon.
love alana josh and jack
Great pics guys:) Cael is adorable and looks so happy (as usual!) Praying for you and for the those numbers to start climbing quickly! xo
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