Dr. Arnold and staff
Last nurse feed
Rock and Roll Baby!
What is taking so long? I'm getting bored!
'Nuff said
After an hour long car ride, this is what I chose to do.
This is why I'm hot...
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Home Sweet Home!
We were discharged at 2pm today by Dr. Jen Arnold(yes, that doc) and after the nurse provided more explanation than the biggest idiot on the planet would need, we were off. The drive was uneventful, Kim sat in the back and smiled the whole way home. Savy was super excited to see her little bro, and Cash has slept and ate, and slept again. Thank you all for the kind words, we are so lucky to have so many thoughtful friends and family in our lives. So, as a thank you, here are some pics of our day!
Sunday, April 8, 2012
So You're Sayin' There's A Chance...
Last week I hinted at the possible arrival of our son Cash, coming home to his family after a 5 and a half month fight. The opportunity was first mentioned last Wednesday, but over the last couple days it has become a reality. We are scheduled for discharge this Tuesday, April 10th, 2012.
God has truly worked miracles in all of us lately. He has managed to provide the strength Kimberley and I have needed to survive the most stressful months we have ever experienced, and he has been preparing us for the trials ahead. He has given Savanah an unbelievable amount of good charm, willingness to follow her parents lead and a solid foundation to rely on him for answers none of us can explain. I thank him everyday for giving Kim and I the forseight to nurture and encourage her faith well before Cash's struggle.
Last but not least, Cash has been so strong; he is eating more than ever, healthier than we could have wished and such a good natured little soul. He is so peaceful, and we get comments about his demeanor often from the TCH staff. Rarely does he cry, and almost certainly it is for something specific, usually for just a few seconds. He smiles exactly when we need it, while holding our fingers with a grip tighter than I have ever felt. His little lungs are getting better every day, and finally the staff at TCH has recognized all of this, giving us the greatest news we could wish for. The chance to go home.
Kimberley and I have managed to make 2-3 feeds a day for the last week, upping his avg intake and getting us the sign off from his doctors that he is meeting his requirements. His o2 is almost at an 1/8th of a liter, nearly room air; allowing the doctors to feels comfortable he will flourish in his new environment, home.
Our race is not over, but we feel so blessed to have finally gotten to this point. What an amazing Easter this has been, one with a sense of promise and hope like we have never experienced before.
Pending a change in our schedule, I will update the blog with my sons coming home on Tuesday. We can hardly wait the remaining 48 hours, we are so excited and grateful.
Thanks again for all your prayers, and Happy Easter!
God Bless!
Visitation: Kimberley and I would like to ask our friends and family, as much as you all want to meet our new arrival, to allow some time to get adjusted, and him the opportunity to get stronger to resist any infection or bacteria that may hinder his continued recovery. We have been told to avoid exposing him to folks outside of the home for a minimum of 30 days, and no groups for 60. Please understand, and forgive us when we pass on your holiday events, parties and requests to visit. We will definitely let you know when we are all ready to show off our little man!
God has truly worked miracles in all of us lately. He has managed to provide the strength Kimberley and I have needed to survive the most stressful months we have ever experienced, and he has been preparing us for the trials ahead. He has given Savanah an unbelievable amount of good charm, willingness to follow her parents lead and a solid foundation to rely on him for answers none of us can explain. I thank him everyday for giving Kim and I the forseight to nurture and encourage her faith well before Cash's struggle.
Last but not least, Cash has been so strong; he is eating more than ever, healthier than we could have wished and such a good natured little soul. He is so peaceful, and we get comments about his demeanor often from the TCH staff. Rarely does he cry, and almost certainly it is for something specific, usually for just a few seconds. He smiles exactly when we need it, while holding our fingers with a grip tighter than I have ever felt. His little lungs are getting better every day, and finally the staff at TCH has recognized all of this, giving us the greatest news we could wish for. The chance to go home.
Kimberley and I have managed to make 2-3 feeds a day for the last week, upping his avg intake and getting us the sign off from his doctors that he is meeting his requirements. His o2 is almost at an 1/8th of a liter, nearly room air; allowing the doctors to feels comfortable he will flourish in his new environment, home.
Our race is not over, but we feel so blessed to have finally gotten to this point. What an amazing Easter this has been, one with a sense of promise and hope like we have never experienced before.
Pending a change in our schedule, I will update the blog with my sons coming home on Tuesday. We can hardly wait the remaining 48 hours, we are so excited and grateful.
Thanks again for all your prayers, and Happy Easter!
God Bless!
Visitation: Kimberley and I would like to ask our friends and family, as much as you all want to meet our new arrival, to allow some time to get adjusted, and him the opportunity to get stronger to resist any infection or bacteria that may hinder his continued recovery. We have been told to avoid exposing him to folks outside of the home for a minimum of 30 days, and no groups for 60. Please understand, and forgive us when we pass on your holiday events, parties and requests to visit. We will definitely let you know when we are all ready to show off our little man!
I keep singing in my head the following two songs...
Emmerson Drive
You're like a Sunday morning, pleasin' my eyes
You're a mid-summer's dream under a star-soaked sky
That peaceful, easy feelin' at the end of a long, long road
You're like comin' home
You're like comin' home
You're like comin' home
You're a mid-summer's dream under a star-soaked sky
That peaceful, easy feelin' at the end of a long, long road
You're like comin' home
You're like comin' home
You're like comin' home
AND, one of my faves...
John Denver's Take Me Home Country Roads
I just replace West Virginia with West Texas and mountain momma with Texas Momma. Sounds better to me!
Sunday, April 1, 2012
The Son Keeps Shining...
So I named my blog to reference the fact that my son would prevail in his fight for life. It is becoming increasingly apparant to me that our Lord had plans for Cash that we could never imagine, and the symbolism with which this title has at this time of year was no accident! I am in no way comparing Cash to the one and only; but I am expressing how during this week of observance, one that is so critical to all that I believe, my son has shown his strength while providing hope to us.
I cannot have known the timing for his upcoming arrival, and pending an unexpected setback, he will make this "coming home" quite possibly on Good Friday, maybe sooner.
Would I have preferred an earlier date to bring my little boy home, sure; but will I take this time and remember it for the rest of my life, certainly.
Happy Palm Sunday everyone, appreciate and remember what this week is about...
God's son, who gave his everything to offer you hope that your soul may live in peace for eternity, as long as you believe in him.
God Bless.
The Franek Family
I cannot have known the timing for his upcoming arrival, and pending an unexpected setback, he will make this "coming home" quite possibly on Good Friday, maybe sooner.
Would I have preferred an earlier date to bring my little boy home, sure; but will I take this time and remember it for the rest of my life, certainly.
Happy Palm Sunday everyone, appreciate and remember what this week is about...
God's son, who gave his everything to offer you hope that your soul may live in peace for eternity, as long as you believe in him.
God Bless.
The Franek Family
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