Monday, March 17, 2008

Happy St. Patrick's Day From the Hospital Leprechaun

Well today marked yet another holiday that we celebrated with Emma in the hospital. Weeks ago we purchased a St.Patty's Day dress for Emma to wear today so, since she was up for a bath we dressed her in her shamrock dress and danced the jig. (just kidding about the jig part, though she did smile for the camera) Last night we were transferred to the pediatric floor, which is a positive step towards home. So far the doctors still don't know what caused Emma to be so sick and we may never know, which is very frustrating. Today her feeds have been increased with the hopes of getting her closer to her home regiment. She has tolerated the change so far and hopefully she will continue to tolerate the increase tomorrow. Emma's next hurdle will be to come off the oxygen that she is requiring during the day before we can go home. She normally needs it at night and may continue to for a while. All in all it has been a very hard and tiring 8 days, but the light of home is coming closer. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.




5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Emma is such a little trooper. Always with that BEAUTIFUL smile!
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. I hope you can be home soon! God Bless Maria Leger

Trying to Love, Laugh & Live said...

Still the cutest little leprechaun face... despite having to be sick and in the hospital!
Hugs from all of us!

Unknown said...

It was such a blessing to visit with you guys tonight!

I wish you only the best and you are in my prayers!

Love,
Natalie

Unknown said...

Alissa and Mark, She looks like she feels a whole lot better!! I'm in AZ w/family. I showed Jeanne the pics. Get home soon!!! Hugs and Kisses Mel.

Anonymous said...

Yea God!!!!
Emma is home...and of course smiling a big smile for everyone.
We love you all so much and continue to pray for God's healing Grace (Grace with a capital G!), and Stamina with a capital S.
Dear Jesus,
Please take care of all the unknowns and heal our sweet Emma.
In the name of your sons Jesus. Amen, Chuck & Marty Price