Today was a good day for Avery Mae. She has been stable for the most part and resting comfortably. As far as I know, she has not had any other issues with her rapid heart rate so that is good. One of the doctors put another IV in her femoral artery so that there is another way to get meds into her little body. The doctor said it would be faster and much needed when the time comes to get her off of ECMO. I felt encouraged that they are beginning to think about preparing her to be off ECMO as that will be the true test of how the lungs and heart will do on their own.
As far as we are concerned, we have been doing our own little separate things today. Shane spent some time driving around and also went to Walgreens to develop some pics of Avery and the family. I went to the mall briefly to get out of the waiting room and the two grandmas went to see Angels and Demons. Hopefully tonight and tomorrow will be uneventful.
Until tomorrow-Carissa
Our Angel Baby, ^Avery^
Yours Truly
Shane, My Devoted Husband
Big Sister Kaitlyn
Morgan Rae
Can't Forget the Dog...Sadie
About Me
- Carissa
- My hope is that this experience will be an opportunity to share with all of you the adventures of my family. On a daily basis, I share my life with my beloved husband Shane, our daughter Kaitlyn (7),our angel baby Avery, and our third daughter, Morgan Rae.
Praying the good days continue for Avery! That is great news to hear that she hasn't had any more issues with rapid heart rate. Hope Avery's lungs and heart are getting stronger with each passing day. She is a fighter, that is for sure!!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you, Tracy - Ian's mom
More good news! So glad she is responding so well to all the big events! Still thinking and praying for you! Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the day. Trying to figure out a way to come see that beautiful girl. Let us know if you need anything at all (matthewlyle@yahoo.com).
ReplyDeleteKeirsey family, you are all such an inspiration! I am thinking of you all day, everyday. Sweet Avery Mae, she is a fighter for sure!! Let me know if you need anything from Colorado, I wish I was there to help. My love and prayers to you all!!! - Miss Kim
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you were all able to get out for a bit and even get some quiet time alone.
ReplyDeleteI'm so very glad that Avery Mae is staying strong. Keep it up sweet girl! I check your blog as soon as I get home from anywhere. Thanks for keeping us updated.
Love to all.
To the Keirsey family...I keep a daily check on your blog to see how precious little Avery Mae is progressing. I know Heavenly Father knows her personally and loves her, and He will see that her purpose in life is fulfilled. She has much good to accomplish with her life, and I have the faith, that according to His will, she will heal and grow up to bless your family and the lives of her many associates all her days. The love you have for the Lord and the faith each of you possess make it possible for the miracle to come forth which we are all seeking. My prayers continue for all of you. Goldie McGarrah (Travis's Mother)
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you took the time to refresh yourselves. That is so important.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Baby Avery! Keep fighting! We will keep praying.
She is such a little fighter! She is so strong just like her Mom and Dad. What a story she will tell one day!! Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds so good!! Hope today is just as good!!
ReplyDeleteBoy, she sure is fighting hard. Thinking of y'all and praying hard as always. I'm glad you were able to get out to the mall and get a change of scenery. I know that had to help a little bit.
ReplyDeleteStay strong,
Love, Stephanie
I have a CD from a Christian group called Signature Sound. There is a song on it (almost a lullaby) of a dad singing each night to his child - praying for a good heart for his child each night "one that cares for the weak, one that hears when You (the Lord) speak, one that will make You smile, God give this child a good heart" - I have been singing it every day to and from work with the words "God give Sweet Avery a strong heart"! This is my constant prayer. I love you Carissa and I am praying for all of you and sending much love to you and your families. Give my Katie a kiss for me!
ReplyDeleteHi Carissa, My daughter Madelaine is in your mom's prek class this year. I've been reading your blog and thinking of you and your family. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I can't imagine how hard this has been for you. My family and I are praying for your family and your team of doctors nurses and techs. Thanks for keeping us here in Colorado updated. We love your mom and miss her. If you can, let her know we are thinking of her and to let me know if there is anything at home that she needs help with.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you guys got to spend some time away from the hospital. Nothing makes a girl feel better quite like a trip to the mall. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking of you and praying for you all the time. Let me know if we can do ANYTHING!! Love ya'll tons.