August 23, 2009

Sunday, August 23, 2009 12:41:53 AM

Thank you to everyone who has prayed for our baby girl. Wow, the words 'relief and celebration' seem to sum up the past few days. Little Lydia Joy is continuing to heal from surgery. She is being weaned from her narcotics and oxygen and is eating well. Her breathing tube, chest tube, and feeding IV's have all been removed. She only has the monitors, oxygen, and peripheral IV line. She's almost cordless! Wednesday we were able to began holding her again after 13 days. Please pray that she will continue to heal and wean off of support with ease. Also that the doctors and nurses will make the right decision about when she can come home. We're excited for her to come home but sure don't want to bring her home before she's ready. I (Melinda) had a chat with Lydia last night and told her all about how many people love her and are praying for her. It was pretty much a one way conversation, but I think she'll understand when she gets to meet everyone. We both appreciate everyone's support. Email has been a blessing. We can explain facts and feelings all at once to everyone and we can read responses at our convenience. We look forward to socializing and getting back into the swing of things soon.

Love,

Kyle and Melinda