I've been waiting to post so that I can write some news. But we don't have any. Earlier this week her broviac clotted so they had to start an IV and place a new Broviac. Her electrolytes (lab work that shows dehydration) is still not stable. So they have to change her IV fluids. They have started her on medicine to decrease/bulk up her diarrhea. They have also stop her tube feedings during the day for 2 reasons. To give her gut a rest and in hopes she will eat. She eats very quickly when she is hungry but then stops after 1oz or so. At night they restart her feedings but she tends to get uncomfortable with that. They are watching her closely and doing testing to figure this out. Steve and I have utmost confidence in the people here.
My parents have come up a couple times in the afternoon/night and held Brooke while we do a family dinner and "normal" night. It doesn't seem right at home without Brooke but it's good for the girls to see us all together. They have reached the point they are asking how much longer, they just want her home. Ashley asked if Brooke ran away like the dog did :) If it was only that easy! Please pray for the girls. Pray for their understanding and well being. Pray that they feel our love! Thank you all so much for the help! Meals, visits, cards, babysitting, play dates, prayers and the list can go on forever! Thanks!! We will continue to pray for Brooke's strength and that she can soon come home to be with her sisters.
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Hey Shelley,
Keep praying for Brooke and your family, Your family has been very strong through all of this, you are amazing parents. If ever I could help with the girls or sit with Brooke, so you could have a break, I would love to help. I remember times similar to yours and they feel never ending, but take it from me, when things are better it will seem like a second in time, and you will be glad you did everything for your kids, keep your faith, and keep being the amazing people you are.
Carla
I am amazed at how strong you guys are. Brooke and your family are in our daily prayers as well as My sunday school class and Wednesday night class.
Hi Shelly:
Praying for you tonight.
I read something in my devotions this morning from Deuteronomy 33:25, saying God will give us strength to number our days. That was a comfort to me, knowing each day we are given the strength we need, for as many days as God gives us on earth.
With care,
Jane Klingenberg
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