Bela's daddy

Avery is pretty exhausted today so she asked me to give an update. To be honest this will be my second official post, but on the last one I only got one comment, so I am shooting for at least two. Bela had another good night last night and overall a pretty good day. We were optomistic that she would get her breathing tube out today but now we are being told it may be another couple of days. The plan is to slowly wean her off of the heart medicines and then she should be ready to come off the breathing tube. We just have to take it a day at a time because the thought of three to six months straight of this routine is overwelming.

Bela's little friend Eden is having her surgery tomorrow morning at 8:00 am so I would like to ask those of you following our story to also pray in her behalf. We know the anxiety they are going through and I know tomorrow especially, they can use the extra prayers. Let me tell you that I can feel it in my heart every time a prayer is offered in our behalf.

Bela has stole my heart and changed me for eternity. What a special little girl she is, and it is not easy to see her go through so much. Thanks again for all the support.

Comments

Avery said…
Tanner, you're good. Bela is a lucky little girl. Thanks for your marvelous update! Debi
March 9, 2008 at 7:46 PM
Marianne said…
Your little GIRL is so beautiful! I cant believe how good she is doing! That is GReat. Thanks for the updates and good to hear that Avery is doing well also.
March 9, 2008 at 7:47 PM
caitlin wilson said…
tanner, you are a fabulous blogger! so good to hear from the daddy...
March 9, 2008 at 7:51 PM
TC Jolley said…
Good job Bela! You are such a trooper! We are thinking about you and your family and praying for you... we'll add Eden to those prayers too.
March 9, 2008 at 8:17 PM
Lindsay Brummer said…
tanner, you and avery are incredible. We are so glad to hear that Bella is doing so well. Our prayers continue. Love jeff and lindz.
March 9, 2008 at 8:29 PM
Chelsea said…
Great post Tanner! I love that you say Bela has stole your heart. There is nothing like a daddy/daughter relationship. You and Ave are such an inspiration to us all. Thanks for keeping us posted on little Bela.
March 9, 2008 at 8:36 PM
Shawneen said…
Tanner,

Our prayers are with you all the way. Man, what a special little girl. I am sure you will recognize the hand of the Lord in your life at this time.

We'll see you soon.

Ben and Shawneen
March 9, 2008 at 8:59 PM
Ali said…
love your update daddy! bela couldn't have more wonderful parents than you and avery. my favorite pic so far is where she is opening her eyes to look at you. constant prayers for you guys.
March 9, 2008 at 9:02 PM
paintingyoupretty said…
Hello from the Forrest Family. Just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you and praying for you. We hope all is well and we love you. Bela is beautiful!
March 10, 2008 at 10:48 AM
S and K said…
Tanner--great post, you might need to do more! And it looks like you reached your goal of 2 comments! You guys are just incredible and Bela is just the luckiest little girl to have you as parents! We are just so impressed with your strength through all of this. You’re constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
March 10, 2008 at 11:55 AM
Matthew and Courtney said…
Tanner - you don't know me, and I don't know if your wife remembers me. I went through part of the special education dept at BYU with her. My maidden name is Courtney Wilkes, now Porter. I came across your blog through another friends. Your story is very inspiring and uplifting everyday. It's amazing the comfort one can feel through the gospel. I just wanted to let your family know that my testimony has been strenghtened through your family and that I think and pray for you often.
March 10, 2008 at 12:39 PM
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