For some reason it seems harder to listen to Josiah cry. I don't want him to be sad or uncomfortable or in pain.
I drove today for the first time since July. I did a little Christmas shopping at the mall. I couldn't resist the Elmo underwear for Isaac. He's not ready for them yet but he may be soon and a little extra motivation won't hurt.
A staff member from the Hospice of Waterloo Region came to our home today. We will get paired with a volunteer who will come to our home once a week, starting in January. Visits are usually between one and four hours. We think we'll have the volunteer play with Isaac. We may also have their social worker come and speak with us to give us tips about how to speak with Isaac about all that's going on. Isaac likes to pat Josiah like he sees me doing to soothe him. He also likes to pass him toys. Isaac watched us give Josiah a bath in our baby bathtub yesterday (typically we've just been giving him sponge baths to keep his PICC line dry). Graham was not surprised when Isaac asked to have his bath in the baby bathtub tonight.
Isaac had a lot of fun on his "aunt date" today and was very happy to play with his cousins after they finished school. He also had fun with his second cousin late this afternoon.
It's time to refill the bags with syringes and head to bed. Thank you so much for your prayers and support. It's hard to believe that Josiah turned eight months old today.
Blessings,
Elizabeth
Dear Elizabeth.
ReplyDeleteIsaiah 40:11 He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms;
he will carry them in his bosom, and gently lead those that are with young.
I think of the Good Shepherd picking up Josiah, like a little lamb and holding him close and leading you, Graham and Isaac along this part of the path. I'm sure there are so many times you wonder if you can navigate it, but He will equip you to walk there and will not leave you to walk alone. You are loved. Rest now.