Thur. 5/8 - update

Today was a very good day! There was less drainage from his G-tube, less throwing up, and just overall in a better mood. Our Home Health nurse came this morning, and that was probably the worst part of his day. She had to change his broviac dressing, so there was a lot of anxiety and fear! But, he did great...was very brave. I think it will only get better each time she comes. He will start to know what to expect more. When he woke up this morning the first thing he wanted was a donut! (but specifically a powdered one...which we didn't have) Then tonight he ate 3 bites of pizza (thanks Jack & Tronda!). We have also begun giving him some Carnation Instant Breakfast (drink). The drs. are telling us to really push that if we can. (it's basically the same type stuff he was getting through his J-tube a few weeks ago) So far over the last 2 days he has only drank about 5 oz. altogether. But, hopefully he can increase that amount slowly. Our main concern there is just for him to keep it down. Some of it has drained out the G-tube and he also threw up some, but again, we pray that a little has gone on through. After his nap this afternoon, he felt like going outside. Something we are desperately trying to encourage. He did good. There are times he will cry (either in pain or just tired), but we try to help him "keep going" and not allow him to always run back to the couch (his security). Again, we were very encouraged by today. Still a long way to go...but hopefully we're gradually making some progress!!!


Caleb - 3 mos. today!


Taking a cruise down the block (look familiar Lesli?)


Daily fish feeding

Fun again with the water gun