Hope for Baby Bennett: And that folks, is how it's done

Saturday, September 18, 2010

And that folks, is how it's done

So, here we are, 5 days post-op...HOME!!! (For the record, 5 days post-op is fairly standard at CHLA for a completely standard Glenn with no complications whatsoever - but for Bodie to do it in 5 days is nothing short of a miracle!!!) PRAISE GOD! What a huge relief to be home.

So now what? Now we keep Bodie in quarantine, under Doctor's orders, for at least 2 weeks. So those of you who live locally won't be seeing too much of us. No trips to church, to the grocery store, anywhere there might be other people who could compromise the immunity of a sweet little 7 month old boy recovering from open heart surgery! So, we'll miss you all - but we're looking forward to some relaxing time at home! :-)

And a few pics we took at the hospital yesterday and today:

My smiley boy

Trying his hardest to get his pulse ox probe off

Snuggling with mommy right before discharge

11 comments:

AnonymousSeptember 18, 2010 at 10:17 PM
My sweet, darling Bodie. You are my miracle! I am soooooooo happy that you are home with mommy, daddy and Sierra... and although I am bummed that I have to wait 2 weeks to see you, I am thankful that you are safe and well. Be blessed, my love. Big, big hugs: Nairi and family
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Happy walkerSeptember 18, 2010 at 11:36 PM
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pinkmeSeptember 19, 2010 at 8:21 AM
Awww, we love you McSteamy and family. That is something to praise God for today!
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Jeannette FairSeptember 19, 2010 at 10:39 AM
Yaaahoooooo!!! Bodie + God = one of the most powerful teams ever! Love to you all and thank you God!
Sending Hugs!
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AnonymousSeptember 19, 2010 at 6:44 PM
my bodie. prayed for you at church today and for your friend, townes. i love you. i hope you both are feeling better. xo: nairi
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StefenieSeptember 20, 2010 at 6:39 AM
Way to go Bodie!! So happy you are home and saying many prayers for lots of good "health"!!!
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AnonymousSeptember 20, 2010 at 11:58 AM
It makes my heart happy to see Bodie is home. Sending many prayers and lots of love to Bodie and your family! Will also continue to pray for the other heart friends of Bodies. :O)
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allisonSeptember 20, 2010 at 6:35 PM
Thank you for your sweet comment! Wow...home in 5 days, that is truly amazing! I look forward to following your handsome little Bodie's journey!
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AnonymousSeptember 20, 2010 at 7:44 PM
I am very, very glad to hear that Bodie is doing well enough to be home already!! I have been praying for his successful surgery and well being and for your family. We all love you lots! Carolyn Thom
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AnonymousSeptember 20, 2010 at 8:39 PM
I can't tell you how cute he is!!!! Good thing I live so far away, I would be tempted to violate his isolation to give him hugs and kisses. ;) We're so thankful for a smooth surgery for him. Still praying for Townes, he is so precious too! Love, Erin
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AnonymousSeptember 21, 2010 at 10:27 AM
Thinking of u today, my Bodie. Prayed for you and Townes. God bless you both with excellent health and long lives. Kisses: Nairi
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The Chosen Mothers by Erma Bombeck

Most women become mothers by accident, some by choice, a few by social pressures, and a couple by habit. Did you ever wonder how mothers of children with life threatening illnesses are chosen?

Somehow, I visualize God hovering over Earth selecting His instruments for propagation with great care and deliberation. As He observes, He instructs His angels to make notes in a giant ledger. "Armstrong, Beth, son, patron saint Matthew. Forrest, Marjorie, daughter, patron saint Cecilia. Rutledge, Carrie, twins, patron saint Gerard."

Finally, He passes a name to an angel and says, "Give her a child with cancer." The angel is curious. "Why this one God? She's so happy." "Exactly" smiles God, "Could I give a child with cancer a mother who does not know laughter? That would be cruel."

"But, does she have patience?" asks the angel. "I don't want her to have too much patience or she will drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Once the shock and resentment wears off, she will handle it." "I watched her today. She has that feeling of self and independence that is so rare and so necessary in a mother. You see, the child I'm going to give her has it's own world. She has to make it live in her world and that's not going to be easy."

"But, Lord, I don't think she believes in you." No matter, I can fix that. This one is perfect. She has just enough selfishness." The angel gasps -"Selfishness? is that a virtue?"

God nods. "If she can't separate herself from the child occasionally, she'll never survive. Yes, here is a woman whom I will bless with a child less than perfect. She doesn't realize it yet, but she is to be envied. She will never take anything her child does for granted. She will never consider a single step ordinary. I will permit her to see clearly the things I see...ignorance, cruelty, prejudice...and allow her to rise above them." She will never be alone. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life, because she is doing My work as surely as if she is here by My side." "And what about her patron Saint?" asks the angel. His pen poised in mid-air. God smiles, "A mirror will suffice."