No Change, but Still Thankful!

Hi friends,  

I hope you are all doing well.  

Baby H saw the pediatric cardiologist on Friday.  There have been no changes with the ventricle hole, but the doctor did say the velocity of blood flow is increasing and that is a good thing.  She said Baby H looks really good and healthy.

Baby H gained another 6 ounces and now weighs just under 14 pounds.  He is considered small for being almost five months old, but given his medical issue and the fact that his parents and big brother are also small, the doctor is pleased with his weight gain.  The doctor said she still only wants to monitor him and, unless he has a problem, will see him again in January.

My oldest grandson started afternoon preschool just before Labor Day.  He gets really upset when he has to leave his brother to get on the bus.  He says he likes school, but doesn't want to leave his brother.  I let him pick a picture of his brother to carry in his backpack and talked with him about why he gets so upset.  

Thursday morning, my oldest grandson and I picked tomatoes.  We picked all that you see on the counter.  He was excited to pick so many tomatoes.  My grandson took some home and we shared some with my mom.

I've been stitching in the evenings and have almost all of my ornaments for Christmas gifts stitched.  

I changed a couple floss colors to add some pink to match my daughter's pastel themed tree.  I will FFO these when I have a finishing day.

I need some suggestions for Christmas ornaments for my youngest grandson.  I have stitched Prairie Schooler's Button Up for my oldest grandson.  Any ideas you care to share would be great!

This gorgeous Monarch butterfly visited my garden today.  I enjoyed watching it go from flower to flower.

The hummingbirds have been crazy!  We have the hummingbirds that are here all summer plus the ones passing through on their migration south.  We usually have hummingbirds here until the middle of October and I'm hopeful they'll be here for several more weeks.

Thank you for your continued prayers! They are so appreciated!

Wishing you a great week!

Thankful

 Hi Dear Friends!

I've been crazy busy since my daughter returned to her teaching job two weeks ago.

I am loving the time with my grandsons, but I under-estimated how much energy it takes to take care of a baby and four year old! I'm sure we'll get in a daily routine...eventually, lol.

My grandson returns to the pediatric cardiologist on September 6. At his last appointment, things were the same. Although we pray for improvement, we're thankful for no change as that means it isn't worse.

It is hard to believe my youngest grandson is now four months old. I took Big Brother to an appointment today and Baby H fell asleep in his carseat during the drive. I had to take this picture of his little hands folded, as if in prayer.  This is something new for him.

Thank you for your continued prayers! We so appreciate them!

Take care!

Another Short Post - Still Asking For Prayers

 Hello Friends,

It has been a month since I last posted.  Baby H went to the pediatric cardiologist late last week.  The doctor told us that the hole is 7 mm in size and that there has been no change.   

We saw a different doctor than the doctors we saw last month.  He asked my daughter what their "goal" was for Baby H and what treatment they were seeking.  She told the doctor that was the most absurd question and she didn't even know how to answer that.

The doctor discussed Baby H's ongoing care and, if he needs surgery, it would be when he is 6-8 months old.  For now, they are only going to monitor Baby H and treat symptoms that develope.  The doctor also discussed that Baby H should not go to daycare when my daughter returns to work next month.  One of the biggest concerns is preventing Baby H from getting infections and being around other small children is too risky right now.

My daughter's mother-in-law and I will be taking care of Baby H when my daughter returns to work.  It means a big schedule change for me and I'm lucky that my two jobs allow for me to change my schedule to accommodate this new situation.

Baby H was exhibiting symptoms of a respiratory infection and because of his heart issue, the pediatrician advised that he go to the ER yesterday.  Chest x-ray, covid test, strep test, and RSV test all came back negative and the exam results were normal.   There was a moment of panic as my daughter thought about heart failure being a possibility.   The ER doctor assured my daughter that Baby H was not in heart failure.  The doctor is thinking it may be seasonal allergies, but due to his young age and heart issue, they won't treat it unless it gets severe.

Since my daughter has asked that I don't share photos of her children, here's a bouquet of blooms from my Hydrangea bush.  I helped with the Volunteer Luncheon at our local Food Pantry and used the blooms for the centerpieces.

Please keep Baby H and my family in your thoughts and prayers.

Praying that you and your families are doing well.