Well..I know I haven't blogged in a while. I really just don't know what to say. I can put up pictures of what's going on in our lives right now, but it just isn't one of my priorities right now.
Yesterday marked the 2 month anniversary of the worst day of my life. I can't believe my angel has been gone so long already. It feels like a lifetime since I was able to hold Stratton in my arms, but the pain & the memory are still so fresh. Right now, we're just staying busy and taking things a day at a time. Sometimes, I can't even think a day ahead...I just have to tell myself if I can make it through the next hour, that's enough. We are trying to spend as much time with Jordan as we can...trying to make her life a little easier, as she deals with her own grief. This amazing little girl...well, not so little anymore...we just celebrated her 6th birthday & her graduation from Kindergarten...has helped me get through so many days when I just wanted to stay in bed all day. She gives us a new point of view on the situation through the eyes of a child. I thank God everyday for her!
Cody has been so amazing for me. He has been my rock. I know that his heart is broken too and he has been so strong for me. I don't know what I would do without him. I love him so much!
I'm sure one of these days I will feel like blogging again, but I don't know when that will be. I just wanted to update everyone. Thank you all for your love & support.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Friday, April 2, 2010
Finally a picture of our baby boy!!
The surgery went well yesterday. So, now, once again we are just waiting. He is in Pediatric ICU and will be there for a while, but we're not sure how long. Everytime we get to visit, the nurses & dr reassure us that he is doing very well. Please, just continue to pray for his recovery from this surgery and that he continues to do well.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Stratton Kye Albus
Sorry...no pics just yet. I keep leaving my camera out in the trailer when I get in here with internet access.
As you know, our precious little boy was born on March 25, 2010 at 1:05 pm. He was 6lbs 8oz and 19 inches long. He has a full head of dark hair.
After he was born, we quickly learned he has a heart defect that will require multiple surgeries over the next few years. His first open heart operation will be tomorrow.
We have watched him everyday, and he just seems to be such a strong little boy. He keeps his stats stable. The only one they have a problem with is his oxygen saturation...and the only problem with that is the little guy keeps it too high and they can't lower it. Thats a good thing because it means his lungs are strong, but the dr. would rather have it down a little.
Please continue praying for our family, and for the doctors and nurses who will be taking care of him. Please pray for our Jordan too. She hasn't been able to meet her little brother yet, and hasn't been able to spend very much time with Cody & I. She is being well taken care of because we have a wonderful family who have been amazing throughout this week, but she is still only 5 years old, and has a lot to deal with.
Stratton has a long road ahead, but we have faith that God will see him through this time and guide the doctors hands as they work to fix his little body.
As you know, our precious little boy was born on March 25, 2010 at 1:05 pm. He was 6lbs 8oz and 19 inches long. He has a full head of dark hair.
After he was born, we quickly learned he has a heart defect that will require multiple surgeries over the next few years. His first open heart operation will be tomorrow.
We have watched him everyday, and he just seems to be such a strong little boy. He keeps his stats stable. The only one they have a problem with is his oxygen saturation...and the only problem with that is the little guy keeps it too high and they can't lower it. Thats a good thing because it means his lungs are strong, but the dr. would rather have it down a little.
Please continue praying for our family, and for the doctors and nurses who will be taking care of him. Please pray for our Jordan too. She hasn't been able to meet her little brother yet, and hasn't been able to spend very much time with Cody & I. She is being well taken care of because we have a wonderful family who have been amazing throughout this week, but she is still only 5 years old, and has a lot to deal with.
Stratton has a long road ahead, but we have faith that God will see him through this time and guide the doctors hands as they work to fix his little body.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Baby Shower
Aren't these cute? Laci Jo made the diaper cake & Brandi made the towel cake & cupcakes.
One of the adorable gifts I got. I know our baby boy will love this blanket for years!
Brandi, Marti & Shonnie are so awesome. They threw this baby shower for us!
My wonderful family that all came together to celebrate our upcoming joy.
We got so many clothes, blankets, and other things for the baby. Now we just can't wait for him to be here!!!
Thanks everyone!! I love you all.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Baby Update
We went for a sonogram this morning. The baby looks great. It was fun to watch him. He cooperated very well at first for the pictures, and when she got down to the necessary measurements and stuff he decided to be stubborn for a while. He finally let her see everything she needed to see, but he made her wait for it. We watched him have the hiccups and make faces. He made a couple of pretty pouty faces like he wanted us to leave him alone!
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