Friday, April 17, 2009

Day 13 - Noon

More good news: Peyton is being downgraded to the Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) from the Intensive Care Unit. So, we'll have a new wing of the hospital to explore later this afternoon. The catheter is out. The femoral line is out. They're keeping her on some IV nutrition because taking a bottle seems to be a challenge. The occupational therapist is coming soon to help.

A couple photos to share... 1st, Peyton surrounded a company of stuffed animals given to keep her company--a warthog, an elephant, a husky, and a turtle.


2nd, granddad Wayne holding Peyton for the first time in a while.

13 comments:

  1. Love those animals!! (But what is the monitor on her cheek?)
    Wayne looks like this is new and it is! Yea God for her progress and for the working in Wayne's life. Blessings all.

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  2. How proud Grandpa looks. He should be, she is a strong little girl.

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  3. Every day is a new JOY and a new reason to praise Him...and we do!!!!

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  4. She's got an oxygen line that's attached to both cheeks to hold it in place.

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  5. YAY!! She is making so much progress.

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  6. Dell Children's is the best. We were in IMC over the holidays and they were great. Glad she is getting better so quickly and that you are in good hands!

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  7. A warthog? Very cute. :)

    I've been praying for Rayna and Peyton as they try to start breastfeeding.

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  8. Glad to hear of continued improvements. God is definitely great!! Will keep praying for all 3 of you.
    Blessings, Nancy B.

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  9. Yay Peyton!!!! You are doing so well!!

    It looks like you have made a bunch of new friends!! :0)

    Alyson

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  10. Gotta love that gaggle of animals - quite the variety! We are so pleased to read of Peyton's continued improvement. Y'all must be much relieved and overjoyed. Praying for you.

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  11. Amazing! I am so amazed by her amazing recovery! What a strong little girl. Can't wait until we can hold her!

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  12. What wonderful news! Praise God! I will continue praying for Peyton and will see you guys tomorrow evening as I am scheduled to provide dinner for you guys!
    -Chase Dawkins

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  13. Oh – just wanted to say that I too love those stuffed animals. I think my favorite is that husky. =)

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