One year ago today I kissed my little boy and sent him off to his first Open Heart Surgery. I put my faith in the doctors and God, waited with family, received prayers from friends and strangers, it was the longest day of my life. Six hours later, Chase came out- looking a little worse for wear and proceeded to exceed all expectations, cementing himself in the Rock Star Hall of Fame :)
Today, he is the most perfect one year old. He weighs 18lbs 1oz, stands 29 inches tall & says "mama." He's taken his first steps, stands while he drinks his bottle (with one hand, bc he can!) and launches himself off every platform he can find. He is a completely "normal" little boy. The white line down his chest is barely visible- an impossible thought when I first saw him after the surgery. Nothing from his first few weeks of life has left an impression on him. With the exception of my love, which grew tenfold from the long days I got to spend, just him and I, hanging out in the hospital.
He will need more surgeries, that's inevitable. We met with Dr. Weinhaus yesterday and while next year is looking more plausible than the 5-6 years we had hoped for, who knows? Chase is still exceeding expectations- what's one more?
My friend Tarisa has a miracle baby, Will. I would watch him with amazement and believe that God truely does have a plan for all of us. Never in a million years would I believe I would have my own little miracle.
Beautifully put! We love you and that miracle of yours very much!
ReplyDeleteYou ARE a lucky mama and I have no doubt that Chase knows what a lucky baby boy he is to have you. Happy Holidays, Krista.
ReplyDeleteBest, Heather