Tubes tommorrow

Well Elijah is doing great. We go for another surgery, however, this one is minor. He is getting ear tubes tomm. at Central Baptist Hospital. This is a minor surgery for a "normal" child but we all know that is not always the case with Elijah. We are a little nervous about the whole sedation issue but we know that God is in control. The procedure only takes about 15 minutes but they are doing an in depth ear testing which takes about 45 minutes. We are hoping this will help with his ear infections as well as the sinus infections he has been having lately. Dr. O says he will look in his sinus cavity because it could need to "attention" a little later. As for the next step we will see the urologist on the 25th to determine about surgery for his undescended testicle. Then on to Texas (April 2nd) for consultation on his craniostynoses (head surgery). The surgeon sent us an email and indicated he probably would wait until Eli was 10 or 11 months old to do the surgery if needed. However, that will run into his urology surgery so we will just have to see what happens.

He is doing great with Physical therapy and is sitting up much better. Andrew also likes when p.t. comes since she is a pretty blonde and you know our Andrew. Unfortunately he is usually at school. The occupational therapist is working on strengthening his muscles so he can eat better. I gave him some baked potato and he loved it.....I was scared to death. That is the only table food he has had so far. I just can't believe we have come this far. It still amazes me each time I look at him and the work God has done in him. We are so blessed as a family and continue to see his hand at work all the time. Thanks so much for you continued concern and prayers. I see people all the time that want to look at the baby they have prayed for and I am happy to let them get glimpses our little miracle. He loves to laugh at his brothers and giggles out loud especially for Matthew. His smile lights up a room.

As for our other boys they are doing great and love Elijah so much. Andrew starts soccer this week and Matthew is holding out for football. However, I am not so sure how I feel about that one.

I guess I have rambled long enough and I need to go to bed 4 am comes really early. Love you all.