Divide and Conquer

Life is never dull with two boys under two years old.  Elizabeth and I have adopted the "divide and conquer" mentality to keep things organized.  This morning Isaac decided to wake at 4:30 AM.  After I laid down with him he fell asleep again and didn't wake up until close to 7:00 AM.  This worked out well because at 5:30 AM Josiah was restless and Elizabeth needed my help getting his feed and meds.  By the time Isaac woke up we thankfully were back on our routine.

At 8:00 AM the new shift nurse came for the day.  It turns out he too has a new baby at home, so he is mindful of our need for sleep, and encouraged us both to take naps during the day when we could.  He was a quick learner, and adopted our "system" for how we have organized the meds and feeds.  Elizabeth came up with a good system, and it is running like clock work. 

Elizabeth's parents came after breakfast and took Isaac to the library.  He absolutely loves books, so trips to the library are a special treat.  They returned mid-morning when the RN and her trainee had just arrived to change the dressing for Josiah's PICC line.  Our little home is certainly seeing its share of traffic these days, but thankfully it hasn't felt too crowded yet.

This afternoon we had visits from members of the prayer team at WPA.  It was great to see familiar faces and to agree in prayer for Josiah's healing.

Shortly after they left the CCAC dietitian came for a visit.  She weighed Josiah and took his length.  He is 7.9 kg (17.4 lbs), which explains why he feels heavy to hold these days!  Josiah is definitely more cuddly recently, and often prefers being held standing up.  However, today he did have some nice sleeps in my arms while I sat in the La-Z-Boy.  I must confess I also dozed off during those times too.

Elizabeth tried getting Josiah in the stroller this evening in order to walk him around the house, but he wasn't a fan so we had to cut that activity short.  Perhaps tomorrow he'll be in the right mood to try again. 

We enjoyed delicious leftovers from the various meals people have provided over the last few days.  Thanks to those who made the meals -- you know who you are. =)

This evening Isaac went to bed pretty well, and Josiah has had a calm night so far.  We are praying for a peaceful night and morning, so that we are ready for tomorrow's visit from the physiotherapist, RN, and shift nurse, and whomever else enters these doors.  We are thankful for every moment we have with our boys and are so blessed to be living in Ontario where we have the support systems we need for this time. 


Thanks everyone for your prayers and encouraging words.

Blessings,

Graham