Week in Pictures....

Annabel

I mentioned a few of the following things in my earlier post and will say a few more things. The dr. visit went so well. I really like this surgeon. He may have been the only doctor to never question anything about Annabel's diagnosis. He saw she needed surgery and just proceeded. At the close of our drs appt. I mentioned this to him. His comment was that he had come into her hospital room back in April when she was so sick and knew something must be done for her. I told him I appreciated not having to justify why Annabel should or is worthy of whatever treatment or procedure needed to be done. My prayer is that if she ever needs a surgeon there in Houston again, that she be placed in his hands. From beginning to end, whatever he had control of he made go so smoothly. He was always so upbeat and always seemed to have a smile on his face.

Our wonderful visit with Kenzie was amazing! My only wish is that we would have had more time. I could have listened to Deacon all day. He was such a friendly guy and so sweet to Annabel. He showered her with toys and so sweet to Faith Claire. Faith is so beautiful, just like her mommy. Hello, does Kenzie look like she is 18 or what? She is so young looking! I know, I know, not everyone is over 50 and raising babies. Her home was beautiful and so welcoming. Everywhere you look are pictures of her family. Her three beautiful children, Deacon, Maddox and Baby Faith. God has truly blessed this precious young family with sweet, loving children. I guess you can tell from the pictures that Annabel snuggled right up to her. Also, thank you to the Stanfield family for the gifts you gave Annabel.

Kenzie and Annabel

Kenzie and Faith

Deacon, Annabel and Faith

After this stop, we went to meet Michele(Annabel's milk mommy) and her daughter Sophia. She is in the picture with Michele and Annabel. I don't have very many pictures because Michele (like me) doesn't want her picture taken. Sophia showered Annabel with gifts also and we are so appreciative. Kenzie and Michele live only 3 miles from each other. Of course, our meeting with Michele and Sophia took place at Ooh La Lah and yes I did have a huge cupcake at 12:30 instead of lunch. I don't want to forget to mention the most wonderful gift from Michele is the breastmilk that she is supplying for Annabel. I truly believe that this great recovery and healing is due to this gold (so that is what I call it). It is a gift from her sweet Angel Vivian who passed away this past year in August. Annabel's life continues to bless me with such loving people and for this I am grateful!

Sophia, Annabel and Michele

Now that Annabel is released we are venturing out a bit more. We have been swimming each day except today which we had a very heavy afternoon rain/wind storm. A night out at Pappadeaux's with the girls. A visit from Derek and Linzy looking so good after attending a friends wedding. Also this afternoon we went to the mall and saw several of Annabel's friends, Ms. Hardy (principal) and Ms. Erica!

Derek and Annabel

Annabel, Derek and Linzy



Annabel, Tara, Carly and Colette

There continues not to be too much to share as far as Annabel. This is all good news. God has totally orchestrated the last couple months with Annabel. Actually, hasn't he orchestrated her entire life???He continues today in her healing. He sent the right doctors into her life at the right time. I needed assurance that whatever was needed was the right decision. Along the way, He showed me exactly what Annabel needed. Annabel continues at this time to be down to only two meds, no oxygen, no bi-pap and no catherizations. This has allowed me with more time to just be! To enjoy her as the child that she is. Before, I felt we were on such a schedule to cath, medicate, tube feedings...

I pray that He allow us much more time to just be...I am hoping that with some of this extra time I am able to do more with the kids. It is summer and with Annabel being healthy maybe take some short trips to the beach or just hang out by the pool. Hoping also that all of you are having a very relaxing summer so far!