More great news!!

We were moved up to 7C last night, and after a somewhat difficult night of feeding and holding Mary Clare about every hour and a half, we were just told that her chest tube and pacing wires will be removed today! Only one IV is remaining in her little hand! Whichs means that there is not much more keeping us here!! We may even go home TOMORROW!! Her chest stopped draining, the fluid in her lung has gotten better and she is eating well and feeling well!! I was holding her a few minutes ago and she was pulling up and standing on my lap. She is so happy and back to her usual sweet self.

I think Mel is a bit disappointed about our quick return home, however. He was getting back into the old swing of things up on 7C, being “Mel.” He won’t even have enough time to get into serious trouble this time! (I hope)

What a wonderful day!

9 Comments

Betsy  on December 11th, 2007

She really is a miracle baby! I can’t believe she’s already pulling up and standing. Amazing!!

Robi Atkins  on December 11th, 2007

What a wonderful Christmas present for you all!
We will continue to pray for her recovery.
R. & G. Atkins

Misty  on December 11th, 2007

That is such great news!! God is so good! I am so happy to hear that she is doing so well. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers daily. Love you…Misty

Judy Brown  on December 11th, 2007

Thank you, dear Lord and for hearing and honoring our prayer requests. Please remain an everlasting presence in the lives of this young family. Amen

Kate  on December 11th, 2007

YAY!! I can’t wait for you all to come home – I’m so ready to see sweet Mary Clare (& McCanless)!! Kerri please call me when you can – Love You ALL!!!

Beverley Dodson  on December 11th, 2007

This is great news…May it just get better!!

Lee  on December 11th, 2007

What a blessing! God is so good! Can’t wait to talk with you and see you once you’re home! Love, Lee

Sandy Haarlow  on December 12th, 2007

Keri and Mel,
I am so thrilled and relieved for all of you. What a true miracle your little one is!!!! You guys are amazing how you’ve handled all this! I talked to Bob Sat. after Sophia’s bday and he filled me in. I had to tell him about the party:) he missed!
Keep up the great work and have a wonderful Christmas!
Sandy
PS I hope Mel gets to do some damage before you are dismissed!

Lauren  on December 12th, 2007

We have been checking for updates daily and keeping Mary Clare and your entire family in our prayers. We are so happy to hear things are going so well. We hope you get to go home really soon and have a wonderful Christmas with your precious angels. We will continue to pray that God keeps your family in the palm of his hand.
Love,
Lauren