Sunday, January 22, 2012

What day is today?

We are so physically and mentally exhausted all of my days are running together. I keep having to ask Tre' questions over and over about what the doctor's say. Addie is sleeping peacefully right now so I will be writing for her. We are so proud to be the parents of such a strong little girl. I had a bad day yesterday and was angry with God for her continous suffering but today I am once again counting my blessings she is so strong and I have an amazing husband who could not be a better daddy. He is so good to her and hasn't left our sides. We are still battling her high fever. It comes on quickly and takes a few hours to go away and then appears again. She is still not showing any signs of infection at the incision site. We were also blessed with an amazing nurse who understands our sense of humor. My nerves have my stomach in knots and before she left tonight she jokingly asked if I had enough toilet paper to last until she returns to work on Tuesday. She is so sweet to Addie bug. She even let us take her on a wagon ride for a few minutes this morning. The resident doctor ordered a chest xray just to ease our minds even though Addison sounds so good. The xray was clear. Addison had labs drawn twice and had to get another IV. I am glad it is in her hand this time so when she feels better she will be able to walk. She has gotten so used to getting the tylenol supository that when I went to change her diaper, she said "No Momma, I don't like that thing." Not a whole lot to post tonight, I am very tired and plan on setting my alarm to check for fever every 30 minutes, if I can even fall asleep. I just wanted to post an update and also thank everyone for all your prayers and support. I told Tre' today, the sad thing is all we know about parenting is about having a sick baby. It almost feels normal being in the hospital. I am so used to things going wrong it is like I expect bad things to happen. I have horrible anxiety worrying about her. And it is killing me she keeps asking for food and drinks. She even asked for ketchup. Thank you to all her visitors, for  holding her hand, playing with her hair, and all her gifts. She loves them all and they have been a helpful distraction. Thank you to those of you that have fed us also. It really means a lot to us and it helps out our wallet, especially since we will be here a while. I feel like I am forgetting something but like I said, I keep getting my days confused.

2 comments:

  1. Your doing a great job. I know your tired and worried as we all are. We have been praying non stop and Addie is on my mind as well as you and the rest of the family! Hang in there Jamie. Let me know if you need anything. Love to all of you!

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  2. Jamie, I had to take care of my very sick child so I know the anxiety and stress you are dealing with. It is not easy and I pray for you all often. We are human and need to keep on going but try to rest when she does. Take care and God bless. Marie

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