Holden had some respiratory issues this week and we are not exactly sure why. We know his lungs were wet and he was requiring more oxygen. It could be another cold or it could be complications from his ASD (hole between his heart's upper two chambers) or our worse fear, it could be his pulmonary vein stenosis progressing. We feel like we had one foot in the emergency room all weekend, until this afternoon when the little Monkey seemed to start feeling better. I pray for and expect a Miracle for Holden, however, no matter how positive I stay, weeks like this scare the heck out of me. It is a reminder of how fragile the little guy is. And a reminder that we need to enjoy each and every day. I gladly left the house a mess, so I could snuggle with the little Monkey when he felt poopy. It has never taken me so long to decorate our Christmas tree - but that suddenly did not seem quite so important. I know y'all are already praying for Holden, and I thank you! He's in God's hands so I am convinced he can make it through all this.
We plan to schedule an appointment with his cardiologist, so we can hopefully determine why he's been struggling more this week.
On a lighter note, our friends Ken and Carol brought Holden a gigantic singing "Happy Holiday" balloon on Friday. Today, as he started feeling better, he was obsessed with it. He would pull it close and try to wrestle with it. And without realizing how, he would suddening make it "sing". And that would put a huge grin on his face. And even when he wasn't playing with it, he wanted to know where it was at all times.
I love how such simple things like a balloon bring him so much joy!
3 comments:
We are praying for this beautiful little boy! And his parents, too - that He will hold you up through the holidays.
Love, Bryan and Amelia
We are praying for the liite guy. were looking forward to seeing him on thanksgiving but it didn't work
out. Hope to see him soon.
Margie and Ski
Dear Reece,Christine,and Holden,
So tomorrow is Jan.23rd. I am glad to say I know Jesus will be with you during the cath procedure. He hasn't left any of you since you took your first breath. It is amazing to see/or hear so much of/about Jesus in a baby. I know you never knew what this time in your life would reveal. I would say you have revealed proven character, faith, and hope. Jesus is revealing His glory through Holden and your trusting hearts. Sonny and I will pray for all of you tonight. Thank you for recording this journey so we can be a part of caring for you. Gratefully His, Sonny & Sharon
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