8 days.....
We are 8 days away from Norah's palate surgery. Understandably, on some ways I am ready to get it over with and in others I dread the day like the plague. Norah has come SO far since being placed in our arms, and our prayer and hope is that this only bonds us further and helps her development (physically, emotionally, etc) and does not hinder it. We trust this is is God's perfect timing and are putting one foot in front of the other - taking a leap of faith and moving forward. Our sweet friend, Lainie, will not be having her palate surgery the same day as we had originally thought. Our surgeon (we have the same one) has chosen a different course of treatment for her so her surgeries are a little delayed for now.
We have been trying to think of something special that we can get Norah - something to give her while in the hospital. I think we may have found the perfect thing - a stuffed animal that makes sounds. Our awesome speech therapist brought one today and I thought for sure Norah would not take to it, but she LOVED it and played with is almost the whole session. Sounds have been a huge issue since she got her tubes - meaning that she is still learning on how to localize a sound and also realize she is still safe when she hears them (firetrucks, vacuums, blenders, etc). But low and behold, she loved the monkey, so this momma's on a search this week for the perfect one!!
Nate is doing great in school - he loves his teacher and is seeming to really take off academically this year. I am so thankful after a rough kindergarten year.
Naomi has grown up on me - seemingly overnight!!! The girl has given up her paci (well, almost, it is snipped way down), diapers (potty trained!!) and naps....all within 4 weeks!
So, for now - we are moving forward, right into the beautiful holiday season.
posted by Joel and Lee-Anne at
2:02 PM
3 comment(s):
Love the pictures. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers as surgery day approaches. May Our Lord continue to bless you and shine His undending peace on you. What a beautifuly family!!!!
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Loiclan, at
8:33 AM
Sorry, meant to say "beautiful" family. Hope your dinner goes well Saturday evening too. Not sure if we'll make it over or not.
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Loiclan, at
8:35 AM
Sending prayers for a perfect surgery and easy recovery. As hard as it was, Hagan's surgery/recovery was the best attachment tool we ever had! Keep us updated.
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Allison, at
10:33 AM
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