Today was a great day!! Briggs' blood work is still in progress, but his fever is gone and mood has really changed. This is such a huge deal, going through two surgeries and multiples blood draws, etc. He is so anxious anytime someone walks in the room. So, we got him a bit today and his mood was much better. He even took a few assisted steps, which is a big milestone. Miller came to visit and I had a lot of fun with her. There was fantastic magician here and she has the BEST belly laugh ever, which I heard non-stop and it made me so happy. Merritt stayed home and had a great time with Sonia, so everyone got the one on one time they needed :) I'd say the BEST part of the day was after they gave Briggs his Ativan tonight. He's hysterical!! Falling over, laughing for no reason, trying to put all the wires on this head and laughing...it was worth some video. Alas, as all good things come to an end, he was tyranical going to bed for the lat hour, but now hes's out for the 4 hours or so, so must make my move to slumber now too. I wish I could figure out slide show for the post!
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We're hoping to be out of here by Friday!!
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She probably wanted chocolate...
Are we twins or what?
Actually having a good time waiting!
We wanted a place to keep friends and family updated on our lives and the status of Briggs' surgery and recovery.
We wanted a place to keep friends and family updated on our lives and the status of Briggs' surgery and recovery.
Miller on Mexican Vacation
Miller Grace Olson
Miller is 6 years old and a fantastic big sister. She is very creative and loves nature and learning about the Earth. She has a VERY unique sense of style and she surprises us every day with eclectic ensembles. Miller has a great sense of humor and tells lots of jokes.
Merritt Hugging Mommy
She probably wanted chocolate...
Merritt Charlotte Olson
Merritt turned 5 in June 2009 and she is a true princess. She loves to twirl and dance, loves fancy dresses and shoes and loves to play make believe. She is also very athletic - she loves jumping off any dangerous surface, tackling the highest monkey bars and generally running wild. Merritt is a sweet girl who loves to cuddle and pay lots of compliments (did I mention she's smart?)
Briggs and Daddy
Are we twins or what?
William "Briggs" Olson
Sweet Brigsy is our baby boy. He has been through so much - with the diagnosis of his heart defect and a few delays, but we are SO proud of all he has accomplished. Likes: walking around with any stick type gear - golf club, lacrosse stick, pirate sword and, yes, magic wand or broom. Dislikes: diaper changes, food and being contained.
That's What Friends are For
Actually having a good time waiting!
Reading the Awesome Memory Book
Thanks to all my friends and family who so wonderfully put together the memory book - with special thanks to Kristy for putting it together and to Susan & Co. who put together the fun puzzle and Carrie and Rachel who gave treats, and Leslie who was my holy roller, and Rebecca who has offered to coordinate help and to Mary Karen, Mary Speiser, Maria, Sonia, MPPC pastors and our moms for staying with us during the surgery. The memory book is so touching and will be an important keepsake for Briggs and us forver. Thank you.
6 comments:
Hi Guys: Fantastic news. John
I am so happy for you guys! You certainly deserve some good news! Best wishes for a Friday homecoming! Much love, April
I am so happy that you had a great day and you are going home soon! Lots of love, Kathryn
So wonderful to hear such an upbeat post!! And home on friday, already -- that's amazing!! Much love, Stefanie
What wonderful news!!!!!!!!! Happy to hear you are laughing too! XO
reading this just made my day...week...month!!! xoxoxo -s.
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