More New on Carson
I just got back from the hospital and have been updated more on Carson's trip. He will leave tomorrow (Wednesday) at 11:00 am by ambulance from Gwinnett Medical to Scottish Rite. Wednesday is his transport day. They will admit him and then let him rest from the stress of the move on Wednesday. He will not have the procedure until Thursday. Hopefully, one of his regular nurses, Lisa, will ride with him over there. Cousin Kelly Marshall has been a huge help in keeping us informed of the procedure and the hospital as she is a very important doctor over there. We are lucky! Carson has a star next to his name, he is already popular.
We also found out today that once Cooper is stable, he too will go over to Scottish Rite for the same procedure. I guess this is what you get with twins. As for now, Cooper is doing better. Dr. Leigh looked at him today and said he was looking better than he did yesterday.
I will try to update and let everyone know how Carson's surgery goes. Again, keep us all in your thoughts and prayers over the next few days. Below are some new pictures we have of the boys. The ones of Cooper were taken the day before he got sick.
We also found out today that once Cooper is stable, he too will go over to Scottish Rite for the same procedure. I guess this is what you get with twins. As for now, Cooper is doing better. Dr. Leigh looked at him today and said he was looking better than he did yesterday.
I will try to update and let everyone know how Carson's surgery goes. Again, keep us all in your thoughts and prayers over the next few days. Below are some new pictures we have of the boys. The ones of Cooper were taken the day before he got sick.
This is me holding Carson...
This is Cooper without all of the swelling...
Carson playing with his tubes...
Comments
Love,
Kristen McCord
As you may already know, I work at Scottish Rite. Please let me know if I can help you out in any way. I am frequently in and out of the NICU, especially on the weekends.
We have exceptional neonatologists and I would trust any of them with my own children.
Good luck.
Casey Holmes
We check on the boy's via the blog everyday and just wanted you to know that Carson, Cooper, and your entire family are in our prayer's. Please let us know if we can do anything to help.
Jeff and Amy Dittrich
Beautiful, beautiful boys!!!!
Love,
Bridget
The photos are just gorgeous. You are doing such an AMAZING job!!! You are certainly in our thoughts and prayes as the boys move and have surgery in the next few days. Keep hanging in there-God will provide for you! Your faith is so strong-I admire you all!!!! They have certainly shown they are fighters! Love, Megann Bates Cain
Love,
Jeff
The pictures of the boys are precious! I know you love to hold them as much as they love being held!!!
You are in my thoughts and prayers. You are amazing! I'll pray especially for a speedy recovery after surgery for both of your children.
Love,
Stephanie Ryan Retherford
Hang in there--we'll keep checking for updates on Carson's procedure and on Cooper's general progress and will send all good thoughts your way. (We even told the sheep to give happy baaaas in the boys' direction)! Glad Cousin Kelly is there, too!
Love,
Lisa
I got your website from your mom, and I have been following and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Your boys are absolutely precious, and I will be thinking of them as they make their journey to Scottish Rite for their procedures. You seem to be staying strong, and I admire your strength and courage. Thanks for keeping us all updated, and we will continue to pray for you beautiful boys. I have no doubt that God has his eye on them!!
Love, Kellie (Walter) Furin
I think about all of you every day... no, that's a lie, it's several times a day. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and send all the good vibes I can. Carson will be in great hands at Scottish Rite.
The pictures of the boys are precious! I look forward to the updates and pictures.
Keep the faith, somedays are easier than others.
Diane Ettinger
Every day you amaze me with your strength. You have endured more in 3 weeks than most of us deal with in a lifetime. You and the boys will continue to be in our prayers. Scottish Rite is a fabulous hospital. I know the boys are in good hands.
We'll continue to pray for you all. The boys are adorable.
They are quite a pair of fighters.
Kris and Chris
My thoughts, prayers and hugs will be with you tomorrow as you go forward with Carson's procedure. I know he will be in good hands at Scottish Rite.
I so enjoy the twins pictures and continue to be amazed at how much they have grown. Thank you for sharing the little guys with everyone through your blog messages.
Keep the faith!!!
Love,
Mona Donat
I have been thinking about you and Andrew so much today. At 11, I said a prayer for Carson and especially for you guys. I remember all too well the emptiness that I felt the day the air ambulance took Madeline from Pittsburgh to Minneapolis. I felt like someone had ripped out my heart. After they left and I was gathering her stuff, I just kept looking at her "place" in the NICU. It was empty and I was so sad. I didn't think I could feel any more out of control of the situation but I was wrong. You guys are holding up so well...When all of this is over you will be amazed at how your respect, admiration and love for each other has grown. Even now, when I'm having a weak moment I look at Dustin, the twins and Madeline and how we've circled the wagons this year and I feel 10 feet tall and bullet proof.
I'm sorry that the boys have to go for the shunt. I will pray that it's temporary. I must tell you though that one of my good friends sons has a shunt and you would NEVER know it. He is one of the most rambunctious, funny, and NORMAL little guys I know. It doesn't slow him down one bit.
By the way, the emotions you are experiencing are completely normal. A good friend of mine who has been through alot with her son told me that they will always remain there under the surface but it gets easier to cope with them as time passes. You are right....None of this is fair. I always felt so guilty for feeling like I was getting shafted b/c I know that God is good...and he has a plan. BUT the situation is what it is.....STINKY!!!
I'm sorry you are having to go through it all. I'm praying like crazy for all of you. Your boys are beautiful. I can't imagine how wonderful it feels for them to get snuggly on their Mommy's chest. It's where they belong....
Love,
Caroline
William and I are constantly praying for your angels. The pictures of them are amazing. They make me smile....
Lisa Share
Well, it's Thursday in NZ, so it's Wednesday in Georgia, which means that you are taking your first ride outside today... I hope all goes well with your procedure. We are sending our very best thoughts to you and Cooper!
Love,
Aunt Lisa
We will be anxious to hear about progress tomorrow. I am guessing that Carson is already at the Scottish Rite as I write this. How wonderful that you have so many contacts there already; that must help all of you feel better about tomorrow. with love and hope, and many prayers, Aunt Suzanne
We have been continuing to pray for Carson and Cooper ever since they were born. Steve and Debbie has been giving us updates when we ask about your family. I guess they got tired of us asking and finally sent us your blog. Your boys are so precious and so cute! We will continue to pray for their recovery and that they lead healthy and normal lives.
We just wanted you to know we were thinking of you everyday and praying for Carson and Cooper. We can not even imagine what you are going through, but may God be with you and continue to send his angels to protect and look after your sons.
Please let us know if we can do anything for you. We can doggie sit if that helps!
Love,
The Woody Family