Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Day Before Surgery





Today is going very well. Tristan is back to his normal self, and because he can't eat he doesn't cry for feeds. So really he's been extremely well behaved all day. Michael would like me to point out that he is wearing that blue shirt and jeans for the third day in a row. Apparently he is quite proud of that accomplishment. The white thing on Tristan's face is just tape holding in the feeding tube. We do have to try for the 12th time to get an IV today. Sadly Tristan has bruises and needle marks all over his arms and feet from multiple tries. I'm not looking forward to the screaming that goes with this process. He had a swallow test today to verify that when he eats the food is only going down his throat not his lungs. Thankfully it is! Tomorrow is the surgery- we will let you know how it goes. It's scheduled for prep at 11am, surgery at 1pm, concluding a few hours later.

6 comments:

Mom said...

Thanks for the pictures and update. It sure helps those of us who want to be there when we are here. Your variety of "dad sleeping with baby" pictures is outstanding.

Love you lots.

Mom and the Dad

Anonymous said...

Love the pictures....especially the one with Krista and Tristan! He sure looks happy.....Been thinking of you guys alot, I pray surgery goes well and that you well be home soon.......Cindy Willett

Anonymous said...

Hi Guys,
Emily did have assperating during her feeds and was on a feeding tube for five months. I am so glad to hear that is not the case with Tristan. Thank goodness there is a surgery that can fix the problem. In a couple of years when he is walking and talking this will all be a memory!! Hang in there.
Kari

GFA said...

Many, many thoughts and prayers are out there for you.....will think about you all tomorrow, for sure. Do we need to take a collection for a new shirt for Michael?
Hang in there - all will be home soon.
Much love,
Rosalee

Unknown said...

Michael & Krista & Tristan - You are in our prayers. I hope the surgery goes well and this passes more quickly than expected. Please let us know if you need anything!
Janessa (& Jim)

kaaryn Fore said...

awwww that bottom pic of you and tristan is sooooo cute!