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Nov 9, 2009
Oct 26, 2009
Phil. 4:13
Theo's full TOF repair was October 8th; we are home and doing great. He should be released from the surgeon next week then we will have regular follow ups with the cardiologist.
The past seven months have been an emotional whirlwind. I have found strength and faith in myself I didn't know I had. At times Matt and I sat in the hospital room silent, but knowing what each were thinking. Worrying and praying for Theo's body to heal itself. We did find humor, one of the janitors told us she dropped her baby on his head a lot, but he had a "hard head". I wanted to ask how he is or what he's doing today. And there's the large lady at Vandy Cafe who had a beautiful weave with some pink streaks and lovely long matching fingernails, who was stocking the cooler. I guess it was hard work because she turned and sighed to me "OH, little baby Jesus whewwww!" All I could do was laugh.
Those mental breaks were much needed and it helped us realize that God was going to take care of Theo.
I wanted to share one of the verses that helped me stay at peace.
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
I put this on a black tee and used multi colored pink stones. I can also do these on tote bags or anything you like!
I'd love to hear what your favorite verse is or one that has helped you through a difficult time?
Sep 14, 2009
Aug 15, 2009
trying to be green...
We go through lots of formula cans around my house, and every time I throw one away I think... There has to be something to use that can for? So, tonight it came to me... ta da!
I used scrapbook paper from Stampin Up! to cover the cans then cut 3-15/16 circles to line the inside bottom. I had to piece one spot on the outside of the can because my paper was not wide enough. Used my cute butterfly punch to make some finishing touches and I love it... Instant storage!
I hope to make enough of these to achieve a honeycomb pattern.
You could glue them together in a pyramid form and sit it on your desk, use them as gift containers, or pencil holders... possibilities are endless!
A very inexpensive way to decorate and you can feel like you're green!
I used scrapbook paper from Stampin Up! to cover the cans then cut 3-15/16 circles to line the inside bottom. I had to piece one spot on the outside of the can because my paper was not wide enough. Used my cute butterfly punch to make some finishing touches and I love it... Instant storage!I hope to make enough of these to achieve a honeycomb pattern.
You could glue them together in a pyramid form and sit it on your desk, use them as gift containers, or pencil holders... possibilities are endless!
A very inexpensive way to decorate and you can feel like you're green!
Aug 10, 2009
Fairest of the Fair
Warren County Fairest of the Fair will kick off the 2009 fair on Friday, September 11.
Our queen can now participate in more activities throughout the fair!
Victoria Woods the reigning Warren Co. Fairest of the Fair and the reigning Tennessee Fairest of the Fairs will be crowing the new 2009 queen.
If you will be 17, but not 21 by December 31, 2009 you may enter.
Applications are available to pick up at Memories Bridal, Kathy's, & Tan 4 U.
Deadline for applications is August 20 from 3-6 and August 22 9-1 at Caney Fork Auditorium.
Practice is Saturday September 5th.
For more information call Candy Beaty at 607-2344
Aug 5, 2009
Jul 29, 2009
My little man continues to do well. He weighs close to 13lbs now and jumped from the -3rd percentile to the 9th percentile in two months! His o2 is 84 to 86, which is right on the line and worrisome for me. I know we are creeping closer to his surgery, and in ways I want it to come and go, so we can become a normal family. BUT, I know the worrying roller coaster we are going to be on and it's not fun.
I just have to keep telling myself God has it under control and will see us through.
We go to see the cardiologist on the 11th and will set his surgery date then.
Here are some pics from tonight's cereal feeding and after his bath.
I have been getting the question "Are you still doing shirts?" The answer is yes! but if I take an order it is on the understanding that something could happen and my son would naturally come first. I have some things already made up (which I'll be posting) and I just have to know your size or what you want it on. I am excited about them and I hope you'll like them too!
Here's a peek...
Hot Pink Tote $19 ...I know a lot of teachers who deserve this!
Medium short sleeve tee with a crystal football $24 ...you can pick your shirt color...if this were mine or my family's it would be crimson!
Bride, Bridezilla, and Flowergirl $22
These pics did not turn out well... I need to take them during the day. My lighting was bad. :(
I will try to post more when I get them.
Email if you want me to put one of these back for you.
Thanks so much!
Susan
I just have to keep telling myself God has it under control and will see us through.
We go to see the cardiologist on the 11th and will set his surgery date then.
Here are some pics from tonight's cereal feeding and after his bath.
I have been getting the question "Are you still doing shirts?" The answer is yes! but if I take an order it is on the understanding that something could happen and my son would naturally come first. I have some things already made up (which I'll be posting) and I just have to know your size or what you want it on. I am excited about them and I hope you'll like them too!
Here's a peek...
Hot Pink Tote $19 ...I know a lot of teachers who deserve this!
Medium short sleeve tee with a crystal football $24 ...you can pick your shirt color...if this were mine or my family's it would be crimson! 
Bride, Bridezilla, and Flowergirl $22These pics did not turn out well... I need to take them during the day. My lighting was bad. :(
I will try to post more when I get them.
Email if you want me to put one of these back for you.
Thanks so much!
Susan
Jun 12, 2009
It has been forever since I last posted! Sorry! Here is an update...
Theo came through the cath procedure fine, some bloody stools delayed our departure from the NICU. We came home on April 10th. (the 10th is special for Matt and I... we started dating on April 10th, we got married on June 10th and God let us bring our baby home on the April 10th!) We got home and had weekly checkups with the cardiologist at VCH. At our week 3 check up his o2 levels were low and something was going to have to be done. At 6lbs he was too small for the full repair, so we opted for the shunt. The shunt would make a new passage for blood to flow from the heart to the lungs. We had to arrive at VCH May 1st at 630am for his surgery. I had no idea what a bad day it was going to be. The hardest part for me was handing him over to the nurse knowing what he is about to go through. Such a helpless feeling. We sat in the waiting room for hours, they called with updates and all was good. He was moved to recovery in the critical care unit around noon. We were unable to see him right away, they had to get him settled in. Granny and Pa and my dad were there with us and we all went to the cafe and had lunch. It was about another two hours before Matt and I could go back. When we got back there he looked so pitiful, swollen and hard to recognize. Matt and I talked to the nurse and decided we'd let our parents back to see him. My dad and I came back in and that's when I realized something was wrong. Three doctors were around his bed and they were not looking at me or telling me what was going on. The nurse said his o2 was dropping and she couldn't figure out why. Finally, one of the dr's said they were ordering an ultrasound to see if the shunt was functioning properly. Within 5 mins the tech was there doing the ultrasound, he could not find the shunt, the dr's tried and couldn't see it either. So, our option was to go in through his groin (the same procedure he had a month ago) to see if the shunt had clotted. If it had clotted, Theo would immediately go back into surgery to repair the shunt through his same incision under his arm. It was about 3 hours later when they called us to the consult room, the shunt was clotted and they did not know why. So, back to square one. My poor baby had to go through that rough surgery not once, but twice. God saw him through it and he recovered well, we came home on May 8th.
He is doing well and his levels are good. We keep him on an apnea monitor, it is a wonderful peace of mind so we can sleep. I took him for a weight and o2 check today and he weighs 9lb 11oz and his o2 was 94-96. We meet with the surgeon on Monday for a follow up. And his full repair is aimed for September if his o2 level stays up. The full repair will consists of going through the middle of his chest and repairing the pulmonary valve, pulmonary arteries, fix the large hole between the chambers, and thin out the wall of the heart. We need him as big and strong as possible.
I want to thank everyone who came to see us, mowed our yard, cleaned my house, brought food, left comments, sent a card, text, email, or just thought and prayed for us. In times like these you find out how good people are and how amazing family and true friends are.
God has his plan and we will make it through!
Thank you!
Much Love,
Susan, Matt, & Theo
Theo came through the cath procedure fine, some bloody stools delayed our departure from the NICU. We came home on April 10th. (the 10th is special for Matt and I... we started dating on April 10th, we got married on June 10th and God let us bring our baby home on the April 10th!) We got home and had weekly checkups with the cardiologist at VCH. At our week 3 check up his o2 levels were low and something was going to have to be done. At 6lbs he was too small for the full repair, so we opted for the shunt. The shunt would make a new passage for blood to flow from the heart to the lungs. We had to arrive at VCH May 1st at 630am for his surgery. I had no idea what a bad day it was going to be. The hardest part for me was handing him over to the nurse knowing what he is about to go through. Such a helpless feeling. We sat in the waiting room for hours, they called with updates and all was good. He was moved to recovery in the critical care unit around noon. We were unable to see him right away, they had to get him settled in. Granny and Pa and my dad were there with us and we all went to the cafe and had lunch. It was about another two hours before Matt and I could go back. When we got back there he looked so pitiful, swollen and hard to recognize. Matt and I talked to the nurse and decided we'd let our parents back to see him. My dad and I came back in and that's when I realized something was wrong. Three doctors were around his bed and they were not looking at me or telling me what was going on. The nurse said his o2 was dropping and she couldn't figure out why. Finally, one of the dr's said they were ordering an ultrasound to see if the shunt was functioning properly. Within 5 mins the tech was there doing the ultrasound, he could not find the shunt, the dr's tried and couldn't see it either. So, our option was to go in through his groin (the same procedure he had a month ago) to see if the shunt had clotted. If it had clotted, Theo would immediately go back into surgery to repair the shunt through his same incision under his arm. It was about 3 hours later when they called us to the consult room, the shunt was clotted and they did not know why. So, back to square one. My poor baby had to go through that rough surgery not once, but twice. God saw him through it and he recovered well, we came home on May 8th.
He is doing well and his levels are good. We keep him on an apnea monitor, it is a wonderful peace of mind so we can sleep. I took him for a weight and o2 check today and he weighs 9lb 11oz and his o2 was 94-96. We meet with the surgeon on Monday for a follow up. And his full repair is aimed for September if his o2 level stays up. The full repair will consists of going through the middle of his chest and repairing the pulmonary valve, pulmonary arteries, fix the large hole between the chambers, and thin out the wall of the heart. We need him as big and strong as possible.
I want to thank everyone who came to see us, mowed our yard, cleaned my house, brought food, left comments, sent a card, text, email, or just thought and prayed for us. In times like these you find out how good people are and how amazing family and true friends are.
God has his plan and we will make it through!
Thank you!
Much Love,
Susan, Matt, & Theo
Mar 31, 2009
Please pray for our Theo
Our Theo was born March 18th weighing 4lbs 10oz and was 16.5" long.
I went for my regular appointment and ended up having a c-section that night.
At 37 weeks he is a small baby...Vanderbilt has decided the reason for his tiny size is that I unknowingly had inter uterine growth restriction.
And he was born with Tetralogy of Fallot, a heart condition that can be fixed with surgery.
Tomorrow they will do a procedure, that hopefully, will buy us some time where he can come home and go back when he is stronger for the full repair of his heart.
I ask you all to say a prayer for Theo and the doctors doing his procedure.
Love,
Susan & Matt
Mar 14, 2009
Feb 9, 2009
Guess who turned 4!
Princess Lauren turned 4 today!Brandie requested a big colorful 4. I used large pink, orange, aqua, yellow, lime, and crystal stones on a hot pink shirt. It turned out great and I loved making it for her big day.
Emily and I dropped it off Saturday and I loved seeing Lauren's reaction from the bathtub! (she was getting her princess bubble bath for the father daughter dance!)
Brandie, It was good to see you and I can't wait to see a pic of her in it!
Feb 6, 2009
Jan 27, 2009
Covenant
I first did this school logo for Ms. Eva who is a teacher at Covenant. I love the navy with the crystal and gold stones. It is very eye catching in person. It has been popular and I have done several and have many more to go. Thanks Ms. Eva for starting a trend!
Jan 21, 2009
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