So, I was reminded that things you dread come much quicker than things you just can't wait for. Christmas never comes fast enough for little ones and this surgery is banging my door down, so to speak. All in all, I am ready to just be done and move on for Deegan's sake.
Today's surgery will be at 2pm, so if you remember, say a prayer for us. Mostly, I am only anxious for myself because of nerves. Deegan will have no clue until they will come at him with a little needle and he doesn't have any idea what will happen after that.
The hardest part today probably will be that he can't eat past 6am. He came to our room at 4am and we (Deegan and I) jumped out of bed and headed to the kitchen. He had a bowl of oatmeal and then we watched Little Einsteins for a bit. Then at 5, Ashlyn decided to join us...who knew we were having a party this morning. So, I pulled out the griddle and we made some pancakes. I will be feeding him right up until the last minute as I can't bear the fight I can imagine my later morning turning into. I prayed fervently last night that this fasting thing for Deegan would go smoothly and I am so thankful that Deegan woke up at 4 instead of my planned 5:30. This way, he ate more and he will take an early nap and sleep instead of starve. I know Heavenly Father is always aware of me and my family. I know he always knows better and that he helped me see a better way at 4am rather than me and my beloved heating blanket having to part bitter ways on a grumpier term. Who doesn't love waking up to happy kids anyway?
Deegan will be able to have clear liquids until 11am, so maybe if he wakes up starving we will take a field trip to the store and buy some Popsicles to fool him into thinking he is eating.
I'll update after his surgery. Thanks for all who have been so kind to offer help with the other kiddos, meals, prayers and blessings with this. We have the best family and friends!
About Me
Me and my handsome hunk...oh, he has a name-Ryan
Ryan is the best husband any woman could ever ask for. He keeps me grounded and likes to give me reality checks! I need that if you know me. He is always cautious in his approach to a sensitive situation. He talks to himself everywhere! When we first got married, it drove me crazy...now I find myself sneaking around trying to hear what he's talking about. He says the most successful people talk to themselves. After living with this for 10+ years, I am a believer. I am not talking financial success, but any kind. He has a way to be able to present himself well and he has already planned on how to handle a situation beforehand. I am sure he has used this method on me several times. Aside from Ryan's funnies...and there are many (that I love and adore) he is the best dad! He always makes time to spend with his kids doing whatever they want...making forts out of pillows and sheets, having slumber parties, making up original bedtime stories including our children as the main characters on some crazy adventure. He encourages them to use their imagination which is great! He encourages them to be active as well. He is a great teacher to them. He shares his knowledge with them and teaches by example as well. Ryan is not afraid to try anything. This is opposite of me, but I live vicariously through him. I think he is absolutely amazing. He treats me like a goddess, and floods me with compliments that I usually think he makes up, but yet he has a way of making me believe him. He makes me laugh and smile. He is my best friend!
KAELEIGH
Kaeleigh is our original princess...doted over for years. She approves of her placement in our family. She is very responsible and is indeed a blessing to our family...the perfect first child. She easily makes the right choices and sets a great example for her siblings. Her talents include, but are not limited to: playing piano, singing, ballet, WALKING ON HER TOES (:, and of course...leadership (for her younger siblings.) She is a great friend to everyone. She is very caring and has a good heart towards all.
CARSON
Carson is one of those kids you need to be careful around. He could make you believe anything! He has an easy way into anyones heart. We get lots of offers for people to take him if we ever decide we don't want him anymore...that won't ever happen. He smiles his killer smile ALL the time and our home is filled with his giggles. He is very animated and playful. He is so thoughtful and just about the most sensitive kid...towards Ashlyn and I at least. He will make a great father and husband...Ashlyn and know 1st hand. He loves to nurture the two of us. He's always happy and loves to do kind things for us.
Deegan, Deeg, Deegster, Duders, deega-deega-deek...the kid with a million nick-names
I love this picture of Deegan! It is so rare to see him holding still...especially long enough to snap a picture. Deegan is really getting to me lately...in a good way. Every day, I am falling deeper in love with this child. He is wrapping me tighter around his finger with every passing moment. I love our alone time. He gets snuggly and he loves to stroke my face (inbetween a couple of swats and swings...this is his humor!) Deegan loves his siblings and laughter. He is our comedian and resident copy-cat. He thrives on attention and loves to be the center of it. Deegan has the softest features. His coloring is just beautiful. The girls are going to melt over him. He has the brightest blue eyes...like his Daddy, but they are brighter with his blond hair, and his eyelashes go on forever, perfectly curled! His lips are rose red, and he has the cutest little button nose. His hair is silky soft. I love to run my fingers through his hair. I have waited 2 1/2 long years to have Deegan tell me he loves me and finally with a lot of focus, he can mutter "yuv yoo".
ASHLYN
Ashlyn is the perfect baby. She is happy all the time and she is a great sleeper! She loves attention and she adores her sister and brothers. She is easily excited and has the cutest giggle! Ashlyn loves to dance or copy any body movement you suggest to her to copy (bopping your head, shaking head, shrugging shoulders, swaying side to side, bouncing up and down, etc.) She picks up on things quickly and is enlarging her vocabulary very fast. She is starting to not like to share her Mommy with Deegan, but she still loves him. They make very cute play pals while the older kids are at school. One of my favorite things Ashlyn does is when she plays with her tongue. She can do all kinds of tricks with it. She can roll it, twist it, and her favorite is wagging it side to side as fast as she can.
5 comments:
I will definately be praying for the little guy today!! Call me and let me know how it went when you get home.
You are a great mom... breathe, he will be great. And just think after all this is done, he will be healthy and happy. He is going to be fine. Prayers from this family for sure. Let me know how it goes. love you guys.
Our pryaers are with you and Deegan. I hope all will go well and he will feel better and have a better life. Keep us updated on how things are going.
I have been praying for you guys!! I'm so sorry I missed you call. Please call me and let me know how YOU ALL are doing. We love you and our sweet little Deegan!
Shannon, good luck! We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers! I love that the man upstairs was watching out for you by waking Deegan up at 4! I loved hearing your story! Keep us posted on how things are going!
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