Bela's chest was opened up around nine and she is now on the heart and lung bypass machine, so now the real work is beginning.. That's not much, but it's all the update we've recieved so far..

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Sally Jensen Interiors said…
Oh sweet Bela...fix her up!
August 27, 2008 at 10:26 AM
Lindsay Dean said…
Praying, praying, praying!!!!
Love,
Suzie
August 27, 2008 at 10:59 AM
The Lamb's said…
Praying for you guys! May you have some peace today.
Love,
The Lamb's
August 27, 2008 at 11:33 AM
Auburn said…
Praying like crazy and checking for updates constantly! Keep us posted, we're thinking of you.
August 27, 2008 at 11:45 AM
Andrea said…
Praying so hard for Bela and your family!
August 27, 2008 at 12:02 PM
The Zemp Family said…
I can't imagine the emotions you are experiencing right now. Just remember that our father in heaven knows and loves all of you and he will always be there to bless you with what you stand in need of. Thanks for the updates you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
The Zemps
August 27, 2008 at 12:03 PM
TC Jolley said…
I can't imagine what you guys may be going through... thoughts and prayers coming your way.
August 27, 2008 at 12:58 PM
SusanHull and family said…
I am praying for all of you...even the doctors and nurses caring for her.
August 27, 2008 at 1:01 PM
S and K said…
Thinking of you and praying for you. I hope this day goes as fast as it can for you guys. Thanks for the updates, you guys are so good to keep us all up to date. Keep it comin'.
August 27, 2008 at 1:06 PM
cait said…
be strong bela girl...we love you. I wish I could be with you again ave & tanner, I just loved talking with you in person and holding your beautiful bela. good luck, I hope you can feel peace from all the prayers. Brig & I are fasting for you today. We love you guys so much!
August 27, 2008 at 1:24 PM
Branton Family said…
Both Ray and I are praying for you guys. Thanks for all of the updates so we know how to pray. Who is your nurse today?
August 27, 2008 at 1:33 PM
milenab said…
Avery, I know how you feel...it was just a couple of days ago that Isaac was in the OR for his tumor, know how hard it is to give your sweet baby for the anesthesya team and see they walking away...she is going to come out better and you and me are going to be happy with our babies! I am praying for you, Bella and your family! I am glad your mom is there with you, tell her I said hi. I wish you the best!
Bella be strong baby girl!
August 27, 2008 at 1:55 PM
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