tkdmom96
06-07-2004, 01:30 AM
Hello everyone,
Or should I be saying good night?
Andrew finished his baseball tournament today and we then brought him down to Grandma's house. She made us dinner, which was nice. One thing I didn't have to worry about today. She made Katie's favorite, and it did include a baked potatoe! My side is taking this very hard. I told them that Mike and I wouldn't have decided on this if we weren't confident it was the right thing to do. She is our baby, first born and only daughter, we will do our best to take care of her.
Katie also started her period today, at 9 am. I guess the peanut therapy is really working! This is the second month that she has been "on time", to the day. We started peanuts the middle of March. Unfortunately, this was the WRONG month to be on time! :( We'll just have to deal with. I told her at least she'll be on morphine and won't feel ANYTHING, including cramps!
Katie spoke with Ashley twice, on Friday (one hour) and on Saturday (an hour and a half). They have really hit it off and plan on meeting later this summer.
It has been super for Katie to talk with her. Katie also got a call from her Pede on Sat. He told her he was proud of her and remembers all to well when this all started 15 years ago. He was the doc I took her to when she wouldn't stop seizing. He attributes his grey and bald head to Katie. We think the world of him also. :) He will be with us on Monday afternoon and another point during the week, when she's more with it.
We're packed and ready for the surgery. Need to be up in 6 hours so I'll wrap this up. I have to tell you about the award Andrew received at graduation Sat. afternoon too, but I'll save that for when we return. I want to tell good news ALL around!
Thank you to everyone who has prayed and had us in thought. It means a lot to our family. We don't know what life has in store after the surgery, but we pray that it can ONLY be AWESOME! I will be in touch, as soon as I am able. Most likely not until Friday, unless I find a computer at the hospital.
In prayer...
We thank our Lord Jesus for guiding us on this journey and thank Him for all the goodness He has brought into Katie's life. We thank Him for the strength He has given us and pray that He watch over Katie tomorrow as she becomes the strongest and bravest person I have ever known...
I am so very proud to call her my daughter...
With deepest thanks,
Vicki
Or should I be saying good night?
Andrew finished his baseball tournament today and we then brought him down to Grandma's house. She made us dinner, which was nice. One thing I didn't have to worry about today. She made Katie's favorite, and it did include a baked potatoe! My side is taking this very hard. I told them that Mike and I wouldn't have decided on this if we weren't confident it was the right thing to do. She is our baby, first born and only daughter, we will do our best to take care of her.
Katie also started her period today, at 9 am. I guess the peanut therapy is really working! This is the second month that she has been "on time", to the day. We started peanuts the middle of March. Unfortunately, this was the WRONG month to be on time! :( We'll just have to deal with. I told her at least she'll be on morphine and won't feel ANYTHING, including cramps!
Katie spoke with Ashley twice, on Friday (one hour) and on Saturday (an hour and a half). They have really hit it off and plan on meeting later this summer.
It has been super for Katie to talk with her. Katie also got a call from her Pede on Sat. He told her he was proud of her and remembers all to well when this all started 15 years ago. He was the doc I took her to when she wouldn't stop seizing. He attributes his grey and bald head to Katie. We think the world of him also. :) He will be with us on Monday afternoon and another point during the week, when she's more with it.
We're packed and ready for the surgery. Need to be up in 6 hours so I'll wrap this up. I have to tell you about the award Andrew received at graduation Sat. afternoon too, but I'll save that for when we return. I want to tell good news ALL around!
Thank you to everyone who has prayed and had us in thought. It means a lot to our family. We don't know what life has in store after the surgery, but we pray that it can ONLY be AWESOME! I will be in touch, as soon as I am able. Most likely not until Friday, unless I find a computer at the hospital.
In prayer...
We thank our Lord Jesus for guiding us on this journey and thank Him for all the goodness He has brought into Katie's life. We thank Him for the strength He has given us and pray that He watch over Katie tomorrow as she becomes the strongest and bravest person I have ever known...
I am so very proud to call her my daughter...
With deepest thanks,
Vicki
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Phoebe
06-07-2004, 02:12 AM
I am so glad you posted. I wondered if you would have time since Katie's surgery is only a few hours from now. Also, glad to hear that she talked with Ashley. That really will prove to be such a benefit. When I walked my dog this evening, it was beautiful with the trees against the sky. I was well aware that Monday morning was fast approaching and said a prayer for Katie and her team. Until we hear from you again, I will leave you with these from my favorite book of poetry. Phoebe/Kay
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
Lao-Tsze
To see a world in a grain of sand
And a heaven in a wildflower:
Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,
And eternity in an hour.
William Blake
All things are possible to him that believeth.
Mark 9:23
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
Lao-Tsze
To see a world in a grain of sand
And a heaven in a wildflower:
Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,
And eternity in an hour.
William Blake
All things are possible to him that believeth.
Mark 9:23
debvid
06-07-2004, 03:57 AM
Hi Vicky
Just wanted to let you know Katie is in our prayers.
Debbie
Just wanted to let you know Katie is in our prayers.
Debbie
mommajessibelle
06-07-2004, 09:54 AM
Vicki
I just wanted you to know that I am thinking and praying for you all I hope everything goes as planned and this works.
Jessie
I just wanted you to know that I am thinking and praying for you all I hope everything goes as planned and this works.
Jessie
LisaGuthrie
06-10-2004, 02:48 PM
Vicki
Checking in on you...
We seem to have a budding little boy on our hands these days and no time for posting, which is a good thing!! :) Jenny is in Vegas with her Dad, but asks about Katie and if I've heard anything each time I talk to her...
Keeping your family close to my heart and fast in my prayers!
Love and light to all our children!
Lisa and kids
PS Katie may be the strongest young lady you know, but you HAVE to be the strongest Mother I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. You are such and inspiration...
Checking in on you...
We seem to have a budding little boy on our hands these days and no time for posting, which is a good thing!! :) Jenny is in Vegas with her Dad, but asks about Katie and if I've heard anything each time I talk to her...
Keeping your family close to my heart and fast in my prayers!
Love and light to all our children!
Lisa and kids
PS Katie may be the strongest young lady you know, but you HAVE to be the strongest Mother I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. You are such and inspiration...
kayakmom
06-10-2004, 05:33 PM
How is Katie doing?
tkdmom96
06-10-2004, 07:45 PM
Hey All,
I don't mean to be a tease, but I'll post tomorrow on all of the details...but to make a REALLY short story SHORT....
Katie made it through surgery in 2.5 hours (we were told 3.5 - 4 hours) and is doing well. I am EXHAUSTED and will post more tomorrow under a new thread.
I need one good nights sleep.
Thank you all SOOOOOOOOOOOO much for the prayers, poetry and thoughts...
God has shone His light brightly on Katie...we have been blessed.
Til tomorrow,
Vicki
I don't mean to be a tease, but I'll post tomorrow on all of the details...but to make a REALLY short story SHORT....
Katie made it through surgery in 2.5 hours (we were told 3.5 - 4 hours) and is doing well. I am EXHAUSTED and will post more tomorrow under a new thread.
I need one good nights sleep.
Thank you all SOOOOOOOOOOOO much for the prayers, poetry and thoughts...
God has shone His light brightly on Katie...we have been blessed.
Til tomorrow,
Vicki
kayakmom
06-10-2004, 07:51 PM
NO tease at all, I totally understand how tired you all must be!! SO glad it went well.
Still praying for full recovery and NO seizures!
Still praying for full recovery and NO seizures!
gagcas
06-10-2004, 08:52 PM
vicki & katie,
thank goodness is all i can say right now. :bouncing: i cant wait for the post. just make sure you are getting the rest you are probably in very much need right now. :nono: we can all wait. she is a strong girl adn even though we only know her from your post we are all very proud of her. and you as well for having the courage to go through it all and still keep your head up high. take care and we'll be hearing from you soon. :wave:
thank goodness is all i can say right now. :bouncing: i cant wait for the post. just make sure you are getting the rest you are probably in very much need right now. :nono: we can all wait. she is a strong girl adn even though we only know her from your post we are all very proud of her. and you as well for having the courage to go through it all and still keep your head up high. take care and we'll be hearing from you soon. :wave: