Friday, April 25, 2008
Still Eating
I put Dad on KP duty for the night, while I sent Mom to the Hotel next door for some rest. The Hotel is actually attached to the Hospital and the nurses say they can call their room for an emergency and they could be here in 5 minutes. But if anyone saw Mom sprinting Monday, they would know she could make it in under 3 minutes. Of course, its only fair to scare the beegeebees out of Dad as well. I had another bout of arrhythmias after the first bottle he gave me. The doctors came in and checked me out and said they will watch me closely, but for Dad not to worry. I did eat 55ml at both of the last 2 feedings, and they are trying to decrease my oxygen. I've been doing fine on 1/16 of a liter of oxygen, but not quite able to tolerate 1/32 of a liter . I keep setting off my bells and whistles, which is why Dad is sending out this eary morning blog. Keep in touch.
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Good Morning Littlest Ratliff! That Dr. of yours sounds like a real drill sergeant, but I know he just wants to get you home ASAP. If those hospital people get to know you too well, they'll never want you to leave. You look so sweet and sound like you're really trying your best to get well. Jen, I hope you got some sleep last night! And Kurt, you're such a great Daddy. The strength of both of you is what's making the difference for your baby. I am also so impressed that not only are you taking care of Madox, but of Fisher and his family, too! God sees you and your goodness. Have fun this weekend with the "big kids" and try to rest. xoxo the Bergmans
Good morning! We're sure hoping that mom got lots of rest last night and that dad is doing that right now. Happy to hear that Madox is still eating...and eating - we're praying for him, Fisher and all of you today. Love ya, Uncle Jimmy, Penny, Colton, Bryan and Dalton
Good Morning Ratliff Clan,
Madox, you need to quit scaring your parents. I think you have put them through enough already. Keep eating well. Kurt and Jen, hope you got the much needed rest. We are still praying for you and baby fisher too. Hang in there and you'll be home before you know it.
Lots of Love
Kim and Kyle
from kp and Pat ...... hopefully, Madox will have an uneventful day after having a somewhat eventful night for ole Dad ....... again, a few steps backward, but still small baby steps forward ..... praying for you and Fisher today......love, hugs, & kisses
Kurt and Jen: Sounds like you had an eventful day and night. Hopefully today will be smoother and all can get some much needed rest! Give Madox a hug for us today and tell him we are continuing to pray for your family as well as Fishers. May God bless you all! Jim and Michelle
Mighty Madox,
Way to go!!! From your eating habits you must be related to Papa! We are so proud of you and your progress and are anxiously awaiting your arrival at the Ratliff household so you can liven this place up. Kaden and Cydne are doing real well and getting prepared for your arrival home. We spent 3 trips to Wal-Mart yesterday getting fishing poles etc. for the big event today. Papa can't wait until he can bait 3hooks. What a blessing grandkids are!!! Stay strong, hope to see you soon. Keep eating!
All our love,
Grandma and Grandpa Patridge
Madox Alan,
Papa, Cydne, Jacob, Casey and Grandma(she may sit part of this one out) are going fishing today. I want to catch a big catfish on our new fishing poles. Papa will buy you a pole when you get bigger. I got a 'big' boy orange pole and Cydne got a pink one. Hurry home 'little brother'!!! I love you!
Your 'big' brother,
Kaden
Good morning Mom and Dad
I love you!!!!!!
Madox, glad to hear you're eating more, keeping on chugging it down and make Mom and Dad proud. You are quite the little fighter keep it up and come home soon. Kurt and Jen, you two are doing a great job, hang in there! Stay strong, your family of 5 will be together soon.
Michelle
Hey there tough guy! Will you quit scaring your parents??? I know you are just making sure they are on their toes, but still. Uncle Matt and I are making the big trip to see you tomorrow, but Brenna and Gavin will stay with Grandma and Grandpa Friel. Brenna's squeals can give anyone a heart attack! I don't think you need that now, if ever! I can't wait to see you again, but, until then, keep eating, keep getting stronger, and quit scaring your parents! I love you! Hugs and Kisses!
Love, Aunt Lori
OK Madox, I know I told you to milk it for all it's worth, BUT, let's cut out the scary stuff! Hope Mommy is rested and refreshed and Dad can get some rest today. Be sure and tell Fisher and his family that we are praying for them too. I'm sure you are looking forward to those fishing trips your sibs are enjoying today! I'm sure they will have "fish stories" to tell! :) Lots of love and prayers, Mike & Karen
Wow! What a handsome boy!! Congrats Kurt & Jen. Madox, you look amazing!! You are such a strong boy. Keep eating and gaining your strength and you will be home in no time. We have been praying for you and your family. God is good!! Hugs & Kisses, Loren, April, Bailey & Levi Porter
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