Some Things Never Change

It sucks as much to be here today as it has every other time we’ve been here. We checked into PCMC yesterday. Parker didn’t fall asleep until 6:00 a.m. He had a very restless night. And then he was up bright and early two hours later. He finally zonked out a few minutes ago and… [Continue Reading]

Tomorrow

we will be checking back in to Primary Children’s with Parker. I’m expecting a call from his cardiologist this evening with all the details. Parker will be receiving another blood transfusion and they are going to try and get his electrolytes back under control via IV fluids. Ask me how many times I have kicked… [Continue Reading]

When Your Crit Comes Back at 24

you know it is transfusion time. So we shall be setting that up along with IV fluids to get his electrolytes back where they should be. Parker’s blood was a pink color…..not even an normal red. The guy who drew it said he could tell just by looking at the blood that Parker was in… [Continue Reading]

Homemade With Love: Marble Magnets

For MORE great ideas visit: www.kissesofsunshine.com One of my favorite parts of Christmas are neighbor, friend, teacher, etc. gifts. I have an incredible secret dried herb recipe that I have given many a year. You just add it to some sour cream or cream cheese and then with a loaf of fresh from the oven… [Continue Reading]

Total Confusion Anyone?

Do I not speak English? Do my ears flap? We took Parker to see the surgeon today re: Nissen and G-Tube. I swear I wanted to whop that woman upside the head by the time we walked out of there. I’m actually pretty upset with myself that I didn’t take the opportunity to do so… [Continue Reading]

Just Stuff

Yesterday Reed and I tried to get some things done for just in case Parker is admitted for surgery next week. I am pretty sure it will be a high priority to get this procedure done since Parker can only withstand feeds at a VERY slow setting and those feeds are mixed half with Pedialyte…. [Continue Reading]

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