I took the kids up to see him again today. They each had fun taking turns feeding him some apple sauce so that he could take his pain pill. We actually saw a smile because the kids were cracking him up trying to feed him. Smiles from Alex have been rare in the hospital. A smile generally leads to a laugh and laughs lead to a sore belly.
Jaime, Adam and Ethan also had a chance to make cards, pictures and other items to hang in Alex's room. I think it makes his room feel a little more personal and special. Maybe we should've done it a little sooner than the day before he goes home.
Alex gave me permission to share the following picture. This was the first glimpse I had of the incision because they were changing the bandage that has kept it hidden. The incision is about 4 1/2 inches long, begins just above his belly button and has 17 staples in it. The hole in his intestine that made this surgery necessary was about the same diameter as a pencil eraser.
Hurts now, but a cool scar and football injury story later. We love you Alex.
I really wasn't prepared for what the incision would look like either....wow....he has got to be one tough kid and is so lucky to have such amazing parents and family! You all are truly amazing and I look to your examples of true faith and endurance. I really do pray that you can get a good long break once you see this through. Keep going....keep blogging....keep loving....keep smiling and keep knowing that there are SO SO SO many who love you, support you are praying for you and who want nothing but the best for you! I hope Alex can keep eating and smile just a little bit and can get out of there soon! I LOVE YOU!!!
ReplyDeleteTo state the obvious...that looks like it hurts. Alex must be one tough kid. You continue to be in our prayers every day. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. Melissa and Aunt Jeri both have my number. We love you all and are thinking about you.
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