Things are a little more settled at the moment. Now, I use the word "settled", but bear in mind my daughter who lies 4 feet away is still critical. She visibly feels better, however. She seems to be responding to the antibiotics; the bicarb is working on the lactate; she is no longer acidotic; the ventilator is fully supporting her at this point, giving her a much needed break. And, in the midst of everything going on and all the extra "intervention" of the day, her eyes have been open for longer than we've seen in days.
Us? We continue to sit, to wait, to hope... we eat McDonald's (quarter pounders are very comforting). We watch the Eagles. We listen to Christmas music. We make bracelets (okay, she makes bracelets). Our nurse just commented on how "well" we are doing. I can tell you that there is a peace in this room that is not of this world. And that is a testament to many of you that are reading this- your prayers are carrying us, and our savior Jesus Christ intercedes on our behalf-and we are calm. And Ava rests.
Where is all this going? We still don't know. This is still frustrating. But we continue to walk by faith, because that is the path to which we are called, for now. We have great faith, but we are not naive. We know there are tough decisions on the horizon. Tomorrow is Monday, and the holiday weekend will be officially over. We hope to at least get answers on the status of results, if not results themselves. We pray for this, in order to have some assistance in making tough decisions. Today is Sunday and, for now, we rest. Dear Lord, let us emerge from this on wings of eagles that we may soar...
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AB and Amy,
ReplyDeleteI just stepped outside to say a little prayer for your precious girl. I plan to keep a prayer vigil all night, as my little monkey doesn't seem to want to close his eyes. I am not sure if you have a clear view from Ava's room, but there is a beautiful halo around the moon tonight. I am trying to get a good picture of it. I can only assume that the halo is for Ava...I truly believe that the halo is that of angels looking down and keeping watch over your littlest lady bug. I will hold on to that thought, and hope it gives you some comfort as well!
Amy and Allan,
ReplyDeleteMy words feel like mist- I have thoughts and feelings about this- so deep, they run- but i can't even take in the air to verbalize, or therefore type... Such gratitude for the peace you feel- Thank you Father for being their strength. Such amazement at little Ava's fighting spirit! But should we be surprised, when she has you two for parents.
Guys. I have nothing, you knew that... there are no words to comfort you right now or give you strength that God hasn't already done. Just know that I love you and you are on my mind and in my prayers.
Press on my dear friends.
Love as always.