Addison continues to blossom. She is trying to say a few more words. Usually if we sing it a little song she mimics the words back to us. A lot of it is not clear, but it is a good sign she is trying. We are hoping that after the surgery her speech will take off. Right now the surgery is scheduled for the 28th of Jan. The surgeon will do a partial lip adhesion and close the palate. The ENTs will place tubes in Addison's ears so that the fluid behind her ears will be able to drain. Right now her hearing isn't normal but we are hoping that once the fluid is cleared up she will hear within the normal limits. Please send prayers and good thoughts that she will stay healthy up to and through the surgery.
One big downside of the surgery is Addison will have to wear arm braces for three weeks so that she doesn't accidentally stick something in her mouth that will harm the repair. She will be able to move her arms up and down, but won't be able to bend them. She loves to get into EVERYTHING and I know she will be so frustrated with the no no's on. Most parents say that their kids adapt and we are hoping the same will be true of Addison.
Nathan continues to do well. He is really enjoying school. Thankfully he has been healthier this year. I think in part it has to do with our visit with the immunologist and catching things earlier.
We have also been busy with visitors. My sister and parents are visiting. The good news is that Addison is doing really well with all of them. She is still a little hesitant around my Dad, but she is that way around all men. She has asked him for "sugars" which is a great sign.
I will post more pics later this week. Thanks for checking the blog. I love to read the comments - so please feel free to post them!
We will be praying for Addison's surgery. We can't wait to hear an update afterwards. Blessings,
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Love the update! We enjoy hearing how Addison is doing. We will be praying for her surgery. Also, Lily's hearing wasn't good before her tubes were put it, they were actually pretty concerned about it. However, after surgery, it is perfect! We're believing Addison's will be too!
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Mark,Rachel,Maddie & Lily (Addison's cribmate)
Hi to all. It is so good to see an update on everyone. Addison looks so cute with her hair all up in soapy spikes! We're so glad that Nathan is doing so well, health-wise. I know he is enjoying his little sister, just as she is enjoying her big brother.
ReplyDeleteI guess Bob had a Happy Birthday today and ya'll all had a party for him. Have you mailed the OU medallion back for repairs yet? I haven't gotten it if you have.
Please keep us updated on Addison's surgery. If you can, please call us, or have someone contact us, and let us know how she is after it is completed.
Give everyone our love and tell your Mom and Dad and Kera that we said hello, and to give the kids hugs and kisses from/for us.
Love,
Mom/Tillie and Bill
Grandy and PawPaw
Love the bath picture- nice horns! You are all in my prayers for her surgery. I just know it's all going to go well - except man I don't know about the arm things, she may just find a way to get out of them. She looks like a fighter.
ReplyDeleteI'm thankful she has all of your arms to hold her through the recovery this time! Have you looked at the sparkle in her eyes compared to the first groups of pix -she is really home, aw it feels soooo good.
Amy
Great pics as always! Kate will be saying a little prayer on the 28th for Addison.
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