Sarah had another CT scan today. The abscess is “resolving” but there are a few smaller abscesses around the main one. There has not been a decision regarding removing the JP drain yet as the abscesses may be “communicating”. (Hey! party in Sarah’s tummy!!) We will be reviewing with the doctor on Tuesday morning. She is off the IV for hydration which makes moving around easier. Big issue right now is preventing pnuemonia. (sp?)
I will never be able to express my gratitude to all who have sent their best wishes and prayers. You have no idea how much every word of encouragement and support is appreciated!! You are all the BEST!!!
We are hanging in there!!
Lots of Love!!
Laura
Glad Sarah is at least off the IV hydration. The more she can move around, the less the risk of pneumonia. I continue to pray for complete and total healing for Sarah, wisdom for the doctors charged with her care, and comfort, peace and rest for you and your hubby!!! Hang in there, kiddo!!!
Love, blessings and hugs!!
Linda
LilGreenBug
So glad to hear she is off the IV and able to move around easier! Continuing prayers for all of you!
Donna aka alaskacrafter
sodapop@ptialaska.net
Hey Laura, I am praying for Sarah’s healing. Take care of yourself also. We don’t need you getting sick. Will keep you and my family in my prayers.
Still praying for you all. x
Laura,
My friend and I have been following Sarah’s progress. Lots of well wishes and prayers have been winging their way from VA for her speedy complete recovery!! I have 3 children–one very close in age to Sarah (not to mention all of my Girl Scouts after 13 years as a leader)—and know this must be a trying time for your family. Take care of Sarah, and yourself, and we look forward to seeing both of you on a live Ustream soon!!! :0) kspens5
Kathy Spencer
Still sending get well wishes, she is one brave lil girl and your sure are one strong mum! hope Tuesday brings good news xx
Thanks for the update on Sarah..keeping you all in my prayers..Make sure you are taking care of you too, I know from personal experience how much it takes to be a caregiver, and how emotional it is especially when it is our loved ones that are hurting. Sending lots of hugs too
hugs
Peggy aka papercrafter
Peace Out Sarah!!
You’re a very talented woman and I have learned a lot from you. God gave you many gifts. I think the greatest gift we can receive is our children. You are certainly proving yourself worthy my dear. You are a wonderful Mom. Is there anything better than that?
Sending prayers and hugs from Southwest Washington ~
Kim
Hey there Laura…I am so glad to hear that Sarah is off the IV. That is always a good sign!! Thanks so much for the updates on Sarah. You take care of yourself too!! We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers and thoughts. With lots of love and warm wishes from Singapore (soon to be Stateside).
Continued prayers and well wishes for Sarah. Here’s hoping that she is well enough to come home soon. Hoping that there is minimal pain that comes with all these abscesses. (really praying that there is NO pain) Take care, Peace Out, Pam Davis
des gros bizous a Sarah et a la famille
j’écris de France .
tendres pensée pour vous tous
sylvie
Hi Laura so glad to hear Sara is doing better and able to more around she is a very strong girl and will keep her and your family my prayers.
I hope Sarah continues to do well!! Thinking of you both at this time. Don’t even think about returning to ustream until she is well we are patient we will wait!
Wendy
So pleased to hear Sarah off the IV – very happy she can move about. Still sending hugs and prayers for you all. Keep smiling Sarah – you are one very brave lassie!Take care Laura
Much love Jen x
awww sooo sorry to read about Sarah I will keep you ALL in my prayers!!
hugs
When I was in hospital many years ago, I had to light up a clown’s nose for breathing therapy to avoid pneumonia! Moving around is so much easier. I’m hoping and praying that Sarah is soon skipping about your home. With LOTS of prayers and positive energy flowing to you and yours, DoriG
Hang in there Sarah! You are such a trooper and so brave. But the IV is gone and that’s a good thing. Let’s hope the drain is next and that it comes out real soon! Laura, I continue to pray for you all. Take care.
Aliceinmaryland
Happy to hear that Sarah is off the IV. I’m continuing to keep you all in my prayers.
Great news that Sarah is on the mend. Best wishes and in our prayers that you are all fine
Continuing to pray for you all. Praying for a good report from the Dr this morning.
Hugs
Bobbi
Je suis contente que Sarah aille mieux et j’espère qu’elle sortira bientôt de l’hôpital. Bon courage ma belle, tu es une championne. Laura je vous envoie beaucoup d’énergie et je suis de tout coeur avec vous. Bye…bye….Monique, Qc.
Hope your little girl is finally on the road to recovery. It’s been quite a ride for you. Hopefully the good news will continue.
¡Hola Laura! también me llamo Laura, y aunque entro frecuentemente a tu blog porque me gustan mucho tus ideas, ya tenía días sin venir. Y hoy me encuentro con la sorpresa de que tu niña está hospitalizada, espero que ella mejore pronto, ten la certeza de que estará en mis oraciones; por lo que cuentas entiendo que tiene un abceso apendicular complicado con peritonitis, estos padecimientos son frecuentes en los niños pero se resuelven bien y ellos se recuperan pronto (soy médico, especialista en ginecología, y también opero) así que mis mejores deseos y mucho ánimo, tus seguidoras y admiradoras estaremos esperándote el tiempo que sea necesario para que tus hijos estén bien y vuelvas a deleitarnos con tus hermosos trabajos.
Animo.
Laura Fdz
sending lots of prayers and hugs…..
Hi Laura,
Being off the IV is a big deal!!! It show progress. Now that she can move around more it will help prevent pneumonia from setting in her lungs.
She is a tough cookie (you too). There are so many good thoughts, prayers and hugs being sent your way. You are going to get though all of this and then you can make a mini about it.
(maybe a monkey one)
Hugs, Big Hugs!!!
angelbug56
cheryl
That is wonderful news about the IV! Maybe the big absess was so big the dr. couldn’t see the smaller ones! I hope so! Take care!
Hey Laura, I have just recently found your youtube and UStream channels and I am sooooo glad I have. You are such a wonderful person and you inspire me so much. Right now I need a blessing in my life and you are it. I have been following your post about your daughter, Sarah and I am praying for her and for you, I know how hard it is to see you child go through any discomfort. I am putting her on our Church prayer list and praying that all is well soon. You have a calling Laura and I think you are doing it with such love and kindness. I will continue to be a faithful follower. Edith
Hi Laura,
Glad to hear Sarah is off the IV fluid. I can’t wait until you and your family’s lives get back to the normal drama. I think and pray for you and yours every day. Isn’t the world wide web a beautiful thing! Who knew you could touch so many lives in such a positive way. I absolutely love the things you do and the caring spirit you have.
God Bless You and Yours
Debbie
Laura and Sarah,
Glad that progress is being made. Gets lots of rest (that is to both of you) and just know that all of you are in my prayers. Thanks for keeping us updated and hang in there.
Hugs!!
Laura
Hugs and prayers to you all. Donna
Oh Dear,
please NO pneumonia!
Hugs and prayers for you!
Jenni
You have people all over the world praying for total healing. I know that it can’t come soon enough for you guys, you’ve certainly had a rough time. I hope that today is a great day for all of you guys, no pneumonia, infection or cysts! I pray that Sarah is well enough to enjoy lots of candy for Halloween, poor baby.
Laura, please don’t worry about everyone in cyber world. Your followers stand behind you and more than anything or any kit, we want you all to be well. Please do not fret, it will be okay. Have a wonderful day and be blessed!
Sammie
Laura, I began watching your Ustreams a while ago and enjoy them so much. That being said, I’ve also been an active caregiver. I don’t know if you’ll read this, but your need to connect to your normal life is so understandable. Do it as you can, but try not to be pressured by the expectation. One of the best things anyone ever told me was “normal is only a setting on the dryer.” She was right. Be gentle with yourself and live in the moment. I’m sending love, prayers, and healing energy for Sarah and for your stamina, too.
Much love,
Barb
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. ” Philippians 4:6,7
Count on it!
Love, Teri Terrific