Catching Up...

It has been several days since I blogged. We do not have Internet access and this is from my phone. Crazy how we can use technology. The last 3 days have been very special and so different from what we invisioned. Bear is progressing beautifully. His chest looks so good and his chest tube sites are healing well. He needs only a little pain medication along with the 2 other medications he's taking. He is in such a good mood and is happy; even when he is hurting a little or itching from the rash that the pain medication gives him.

Brock wants to "see" Barrett's chest each day when I "paint" it. He had asked several times why Bear has a broken heart and he doesn't. That has made for some interesting conversations about God's plan and how we each have a purpose in his plan. Brock loves his brother so much. He is happy to see Barrett is okay and he is working very hard to be gentle. He pats Barrett's arm and Bear quickly tells him "You can't hug me- don't forget." Brock has been our comic relief and we continue to laugh at his precious daily antics!

I am so grateful my Mom is here. Her teacher mode is on full gear and even as I write this she is working on sight words with Bear. She is cherishing this time and is making the most of being with them and helping me. We have been so encouraged by your prayers, comments, and phone calls. The path for Bear is so exciting for Alfred and I to see unfolding. We are humbled God chose us to be his parents and what an honor it is to be his Mommy!