The day started out horrible but ended great.
Hannah and I had a disagreement at 7:30 this morning in the main hallway that brought her to a raging temper tantrum while everyone else was peacefully sleeping. I was embarassed and angry and she was screaming her head off. When we finally got to the hospital, we found both of the activity rooms closed--no show volunteers. I was supposed to Kangaroo with Isaac (hold him skin-to-skin) so I stared crying. We got down to the NICU and I was bawling. Since I can't take Hannah to see Isaac (other babies in the same room), I asked for his nurse to step out so I could tell her why I couldn't come back. She immediately came out along with the charge nurse and they took both Hannah and I back to see our little buddy buddy. It was SO nice to be with both the kids at once. Hannah was thrilled to see her brother and hold his little hand. Isaac's nurse took a picture of the three of us but it's a polariod so I can't show all of you. My eyes were all red from crying but the kids looked so sweet. Isaac's nurses are so helpful and kind. It meant a great deal to me that Hannah could see her baby brother. After a very short visit at the NICU, Hannah and I came back to the RMDH and she played with her best friend, Mateo. It was a beautiful day and the kids ran around outside, yelling and screaming. I was so glad for this because I'm always telling Hannah no running or yelling inside and that's all they want to do together!!! After a quick lunch and nap, Hannah and I headed to the mall. She played in the play area twice, we ate and I checked out a few stores. No angry mommy, no Hannah temper tantrums. It was wonderful. We came back to Cleveland and stopped at Rainbow Babies. The activity room was open so I finally got to Kangaroo with Isaac! He was a good boy and slept almost the entire hour. We did get some not so great news--his white blood cell and platelet counts are down--this is usually a precursor to an INFECTION. I will pray tonight that this does not happen. His biopsy is scheduled for the morning and we'll hopefully have an answer within a week. After loving on Isaac, Hannah and I went to the ever- famous McDonalds and then back to the RMDH to bed. A late night for us but the day ended on a high note with lots of tickling and giggles which is good for both of us.
I try to remind myself that God is good all the time. And all the time He is good. Even when I don't feel like God is good, He is. And always will be.
Blessings.
7 comments:
Blessing to you, too, Tiffany, and on your little man right now. I am praying that this does not turn into a full blown infection! You are so much in my prayers, and I look forward to your entries every day. You are an encouragement to me!!! Rest assured that you have so many people, even those of us who do not know you personally, loving you and praying for you and Jason and your beautiful children. God is so good!!
A sister in Christ, living in Ohio and rooting for the Iowa Hawkeyes!! :)
Tiffany, I am so very glad to hear you got a chance to be with Isaac today and even more happy to hear Hannah was able to spend sometime with him as well. It brought tears to my eyes knowing you shared a special moment w/ both Hannah and Isaac after having such a rough start this morning. You deserve more of those great moments.
I pray that Isaacs biopsy turns out ok and that his cell count returns to "normal" soon. His little body is fighting and the power of our Lord is behind him.
Keep fighting Issac. Keep your chin up Tiffany. Sweetest dreams and bright blessings.
Wow!! What can I say other than I love you and want the very best for "all" of you. Needless to say it is encouraging that you had a great cry as that helps releave the stress that has been building up. I am sure that this was not the first time either. I am sure glad that the day went better after that and you and Hannah had a good time with Isaac and later going to Mickey "d"s. Please feel encouraged that there are so many of us out here praying that "little bit"s blood count comes back to what it is supposed to be and that the biopsy turns out that there is nothing wrong and he can get back on his feedings. Continue to "Plead The Blood of Jesus" over his body. I will continue to do the same. Let the rest of us continue to do the same. If we do that then Jesus can do His part what ever that is.
Well Papa is doing a breathing right now and I am heading back to bed and hopefully get a little more sleep. It is about 1:00 am.
Christ's Love and of course ours.
Gram and Papa "V"
yes, He IS good at all times. And His timing is SOOOOO much better than ours! Still praying in SC
Tiffany,
you are doing a great job. sorry for the tantrums....i just went through one 10 min ago;) we are still praying for strength for the entire family. you are an amazing momma!!
Well it is getting time for my game shows so I am going to put up a brief message just to say " WE" Love all of you and Just want the best for all of you. I continue to lift all of you in prayer when ever I wake up at night. I will be looking forward to the newest news as you well know.
Christ's Love and Ours, Gram and Papa.
I too pray that this does not "turn into something". Sometimes the more information we have, the more it sets us on edge. Because of the technology and the fact that medical staff are more pressured to share information, the more stress is involved for the parents doing the asking. Unlike us older moms who went through horrifying events without a clue.
It is a double edge sword, but we have to trust and walk in faith. Hannah will continue to challenge you. Not only as a normal 2 year old, but as a child that is under stress.
It sounds as though you are coping under very difficult circumstances. I am proud of you. I am proud of Jason. I only wish as a parent I could make "everything better". We are somewhat in the same boat. I can just keep loving you (all) and praying for you (all).Love Mom (Nana)
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