Nov. 16, 2005 - Update on Josiah
I wanted to quickly stop by and say thank you to all that prayed for Josiah yesterday. His surgery went well even though it started 20 minutes later than scheduled. It lasted 90 minutes, then it was off to the recovery room. He had some trouble waking up from the anesthesia, so we ended up staying over 2 hours before they would discharge him.
My poor little guy was miserable yesterday. Even with the pain medicine (tylenol w/ codeine), he was in a lot of pain. He was up several times during the night crying out and so far this morning he is miserable and uncomfortable too. I think we're in for another looonng day!!
He has 2 bright blue casts on his feet that will stay on for 4 weeks. I told him that each day he will be feeling better and soon he will be able to get up and try walking with the casts on. He wants so much to be able to do this, but I don't think he really understands that it will take time. He still doesn't have much of an appetite and I had to really almost force him to drink some water this morning.
Please, if you feel led to, continue to pray for Josiah during this healing process. I hate having to give him the medication, but it has been helping. If any of you have any suggestions for any natural pain relievers, please let me know. I am going to be using homeopathic Arnica with him too.
And, I didn't sleep well last night and if anyone wants to pray for peace, patience and a positive attitude for me today I would appreciate it.
~~Anne
Comments
Nov. 16, 2005 - Praying for you and Josiah...
Posted by JoysintheJourney
We are praying here for healing and relief from pain for Josiah, and a calm stature for his sleep deprived mama!
You are being lifted to the throne room today~
Love and Hugs (and a good measure of kisses too!)
Carla <><
Nov. 16, 2005 - Oh so glad to hear...
Posted by AllThingsHomeSchool
that you all are home and recovering. I am praying for this little guy and that the pain would subside. I pray the Lord would give his little mind peace and comfort and a good second measure for Momma's heart as well as you minister to his needs.
Blessings, Peggy
Nov. 16, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Heart4Home
It's so hard to see our children suffer... I'll be praying for all of you.
Nov. 16, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by MamaBugs
Will add you both the my prayer list today! Let us know how things are going and go cuddle with your little guy!
Nov. 17, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by farmmama
Anne, I just want to let you know that Josiah is in my prayers as he recovers from surgery. It sounds like it went well and I'm just sorry he's in pain now. I love natural remedies but I believe there is a place for prescription meds, too. I hope his pain is manageable today and that you feel rested and strong. God bless you!
Molly
Nov. 18, 2005 - Lifting You Up
Posted by abidinglove
Will be lifting you and Josiah up in prayer as I go about what I have to do today. May you know His presence really close to you.
Nov. 18, 2005 - Hi Anne
Posted by TOSPUBLISHER
Just stopped by on a random blog visit...but I will certainly pray for you and your little guy. It is so hard to see your kids in pain, isn't it.
God Bless,
Gena Suarez, Publisher
The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
www.TheHomeschoolMagazine.com
Nov. 19, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Devonbunny
Sorry I haven't stopped by sooner, but I will add you all to my prayer list from here on in...
Nov. 19, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Titus2woman
Praying this moment, dear one! (((((HUGS))))) sandi
Nov. 20, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by JenIG
praying...
Nov. 20, 2005 - Untitled Comment
Posted by TNMOMTO5BLESSINGS
Just wanted to let you know I am praying for your son.
Be Blessed,
TNMOM
Nov. 20, 2005 - Hi Anne
Posted by ejoyce,ink
How is your little Josiah doing? Thanks for your kind comments on my blog...wish I could have you over in real life for a cup of tea! Eleanor
Nov. 21, 2005 - Hello Anne!
Posted by rosehillranch
How is Josiah doing? Thank you for posting the comment on my blog! I have been reading a few of your back-posts, and it does seem we have some of the same things in common. I haven't been blogging for a very long time, and I hesitate to write about the "black cloud" you mentioned in one of your posts, but this is something I struggle with almost weekly. Thank you for your openness to this subject. I'm so glad to be getting to know you. Have a great day. Love, Jeani
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