Grandma Sue got to hold Matthew for the first time today. She was nervous because he was crying but I showed her a trick. I wrapped his little hand around her finger so he could squeeze it and it calmed him right down. That�s a far cry from talking to him about why there are naughty billboards in Las Vegas, but I still felt like I might handle fatherhood just fine. Jerry, one of our favorite respiratory therapists, was talking with my Mom today and she rhetorically asked where all these poor babies came from. He gave a wry smile and teased, �From mommies�. Jerry is great. He didn�t like the way the mask was blowing in Matthew�s eyes so he cut out a little seal to go around the gel cushion. Talk about extra effort! Rio Rita was his nurse today and she had a very reassuring effect on Terri. They talked about her upcoming wedding and we reminisced on ours as well. Pray your child never gets sick, and then pray you can come to Stanford if they do.
2 comments:
HI Terri & Mike,
You are amazing people!! I cannot believe that you have put this whole site together while you are going through the most difficult time in your life. What a wonderful way to let everyone know how Matthew is doing. Your idea of starting a foundation is wonderful! Our own cardiac children inspired us to start the Cardiac Kids Have H.E.A.R.T. Foundation. We are praying for you and especially for Matthew everyday. What a special child God has given you! He is a beautiful little boy! It sounds like he is in excellent hands at Stanford which must be very reassuring for you. In answer to your question - "Where do these babies come from?" They are special gifts from God given only to the most special parents. Keep smiling even though it is hard. We are praying that better days will be in store for Matthew very soon.
Sincerely,
Brenda Small
Cardiac Kids Have H.E.A.R.T.
Holding Matthew for the very first time. My heart is full.
Grandma Sue
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