How we deal with Gavin

Lock 'em up!!

As I write this Gavin is running around the living room. You can get a kid to bed but it doesn't mean that you can keep him there!

Bronwyn had a bad night last night - she didn't get much sleep and she was a bit upset. They have been changing her meds a bit - so it was likely a result of that. They have reduced her morphine - apparently she likes her morphine - who can blame her. She slept a lot today and was much better by this evening. So we are just praying she has a quite night. I was very heartened today after having a chat with the dietician who is in charge of Bronwyn's inputs. They have upped her caloric intake substantially. She has been looking very lean lately - this is why it was so upsetting to me that they have delayed feeding her. The dietician is confident that she will start gaining weight and isn't too worried about her weight at this point - although she is aware it is an issue.

The fluid around her lung was looking good on this morning's x-ray. They may try feeding her again tomorrow. Best case this goes well, worst case they discover what is causing the fluid.

Wes was carrying Gavin as we left the NICU earlier this afternoon. As we walked through the ward Gavin was saying "Bye" to all the nurses and blowing kisses.

Brownyn was smiling in her sleep while I was holding her this evening. One of the nurses told me that last night a staff member walked by and said "Oh, isn't she just gorgeous", and Bronwyn broke into a big smile. She knows she's cute! We might be in trouble a few years down the road.

Quick update on baby Quinn. They are watching him closely - concerned about his overall health. We keep praying that he will get a heart soon - the sooner he gets one the better his recovery will be.

Thanks again for all the encouragement, comments, notes and well plain old love you are sending our way. We have a new appreciation for our friends and family. This experience has taught us the value of community. So thanks again!