Some of you might already be aware of this, but we are home! We got discharged last night and have been busy adjusting to life at home again with new meds, schedules, and drs orders, but we've been LOVING being together. I woke up this morning and immediatley smiled, knowing that both my babies were asleep in their own beds in their own rooms. Tanner and I are actually still having a hard time believing that this is all real, that we are really home after two short weeks. What was supposed to be her most difficult surgery and recovery actually turned out to be the shortest stay we've had so far. I feel like someone is going to call and say 'just kidding' any time now and we'll be back in room 10 in the ICU.. I just can't believe how well she did and how fast she recovered from such a major surgery. We weren't quite sure what to expect, but this was definatley not it. The only way to explain what happened I'm sure were the countless prayers offered on her behalf and the many tender mercies of the Lord in blessing her with healing. I have seen His power throughout her short life many many times. There have now been 8 separate occasions that her life has been preserved. That is extremely humbling. I am just so grateful for the blessings we've been given and for the miracles that have taken place.
Bela is still going through some withdrawals so we have her on a month weaning schedule at home. She's not back to herself yet, she's very sleepy and when she is awake she is very spacey, but we hope to have the real Bela back very soon. I can already tell that she is stronger though.. She has thrown up one time in the past 4 days and that was because she got two feeds too close together. Its been amazing.. all I have ever known of Bela is at least 3 huge throw ups a day, each one consisting of about 3 or 4 seperate throw ups, and so I'm not quite used to none yet. I think she will grow so much better now.. YEAH BELA!!
I'll post some pictures of her home soon...thank you all for your prayers and concern on our behalf.. we love you.
Bela is still going through some withdrawals so we have her on a month weaning schedule at home. She's not back to herself yet, she's very sleepy and when she is awake she is very spacey, but we hope to have the real Bela back very soon. I can already tell that she is stronger though.. She has thrown up one time in the past 4 days and that was because she got two feeds too close together. Its been amazing.. all I have ever known of Bela is at least 3 huge throw ups a day, each one consisting of about 3 or 4 seperate throw ups, and so I'm not quite used to none yet. I think she will grow so much better now.. YEAH BELA!!
I'll post some pictures of her home soon...thank you all for your prayers and concern on our behalf.. we love you.
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Matt, Stacey, Drew and Addie
Our prayers will continue for little Bela and your family...as well as in thought. Perhaps she is one of Gods little Angels. We need more of them among this earth.
I wish you all the best! :0)
Shannon Mason
www.carepages.com
cp:CarlieMichelle
BTW, I was in Tanners old home ward growing up, Natalie Madsen Hall...
Blessings!!
Mandy
mom to Evie - transposition of the great arteries
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Jenna and Lilyana
Love, Kim and Matt
I thought much of you and your family today. Although, I know that little sweet Bela is in the comfort of your own home...my thoughts were so occupied on this little miracle. Your strength has inspired so many....It reminds me how precious life is....and the gifts we need to be grateful for. Often times we become complacent with the world around us...that we forget the little things that are of more importance. Thanks for the reminder to hold my kids a little tighter, hug them a little longer & kiss their little chub cheeks. Perhaps everyone will learn a little something, from the spirit of a little child.
Nao sei se voce sabe mais tenho dois filhos e um deles, Amon tem 4 anos, falei da Bela e de como precisamos orar por ela e todas as noites ele orava e perguntava se ela estava melhor. Sei que as orações das crianças realmente são respondidas.
Outro dia fomos visitar uma amiga e ela tem uma menina de 3 meses e assim que o Amon a viu foi logo dizendo:"Mãe ela parece com a Bela." ele nao apenas ora por ela mas a conhece talves foram amigos na existencia pre-mortal.
Continuaremos orando por todos,
Abraços
Sister Siqueira
Michele
(Gracie's Mom)
I told this to JoAnn today and want to tell you. My girls age 8 and 11 check your blog every day to see how is Bella doing. I'mk so grateful to see their faith grow because of Bella. They cheer for her and love to see her pictures, and they know that she is ol because of prayers and faith and miracles. Bella has in her own way strentgnen their faith so much. Give her a kiss for us...
thanks for sharing her with us..
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Catheys
Sorry we didn't get a chance to see you today, but I totally understand (I never come up either) It is exhausting! How's Bela? How did the appointment go... Call or e-mail me when you get a chance and let me know. I'm thinking about her! (my e-mail is: kaki98@aol.com)
Talk to you soon!
Stacey