Because we were going to be gone for most of the day we had to make sure we had all the equipment and supplies we needed for any eventuality: medications, feeds, feeding system, stethoscope, oxygen tanks for travel, oxygen concentrator to use at the house, and various medical supplies. Thankfully Grandma and Grandpa Lucas came by with their van to pick up Isaac and most of the items. Minus the concentrator, it will be similar to what we need for Monday's trip to SickKids, so it was good practice.
We all had a wonderful time today with our family, and of course ate way too much delicious food. Josiah had lots of cuddle time with Grandpa and his aunts, and looked extra cute (and more grown up) in his jeans and long-sleeve plaid button-up shirt. He was generous with his smiles at various times throughout the day, and only needed an extra dose of morphine at one point. Isaac had a great time playing with his cousins and aunts and uncles. Isaac also enjoyed helping choose which child would get the next gift during the time for opening presents. He and his brother were blessed with lots of amazing Christmas gifts. Hopefully Isaac understands a little bit of the true meaning of Christmas. When we ask him "What do we celebrate at Christmas?", he typically answers "Baby Jesus". Lord willing we can keep that message clear to him and his brother in the years ahead.
When we got back to our home tonight Isaac went to sleep very well, and Josiah was nice and sleepy too. This worked to our advantage as we switched out his nasal prongs and changed all the tape on his face. The NG tube now has its own tape like we used to have, which should work a little better.
Lord willing we will venture out to church in the morning before heading over for more Lucas family time all afternoon. Isaac will stay over at his aunt and uncle's on Sunday night and all day Monday as Elizabeth and I will be leaving first thing on Monday morning to SickKids with her parents in their van. Hopefully the traffic is not crazy as Josiah is not a fan of being strapped into a non-moving vehicle.
For those praying for us, here are some prayer points:
- Josiah's PICC line removal on Monday - that everything goes smoothly and that there are no negative repercussions from the old clot
- Safe travel on Monday to and from SickKids
- Special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with the boys and all their grandparents
- Ongoing wisdom regarding Josiah's day-to-day care
Blessings,
Graham
Hello Elizabeth and Graham.
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Psalm 107 v 21.
"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." Isaiah 41 v 10.
And the LORD, He it is that doth go before thee; He will be with thee; He will not fail thee, neither forsake thee. Fear not, neither be dismayed." Deuteronomy 31:8
The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
Psalm 121 v 8.
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep our hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4 v 6 & 7.
The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:
The LORD make His face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:
The LORD lift up His countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.
And they shall put My name upon the children of Israel; and I will bless them.
Numbers 6 verses 24 - 27.
I humbly pray to our gracious Heavenly Father, in Jesus’ name, and in the power of the Holy Spirit, that God will protect you all as you journey safely and smoothly in your grandparents’ van to and back from SickKids. Josiah will be relaxed and comfortable and think that he is on an adventure. God will grant wisdom to the cardiologist and if the PICC line is to be removed , it will be done so safely and easily. I pray and plead in Jesus’ name that the blood clot(s) will miraculously disappear, and that darling Josiah will feel at ease and be content and healthy. Young Isaac will have a most enjoyable time with his uncle, aunt and cousins. Thank you God for your love, protection, power, healing and for sending Jesus to earth as a baby, and as the only sacrifice for the forgiveness of our sins, if we come to You in full repentance, we have the knowledge we will be with You in heaven one day.
Sleep well Faulkner Family, Grandpa and Grandma Lucas and wake refreshed, fit and alert.
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for Thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8.
Love and prayers from your auntie Julia.