Mar. 19, 2008
Extra-quick update
Posted in Noah Updates
Sorry to have been so long without an update - I'VE been the sick one for a change! I've actually felt too yucky to even type. I'll be fine, but I have a sinus infection, sore throat, really painful cough. I'm on antibiotics and hope to feel better soon.
Noah is holding his own. He STILL has that icky upper respiratory thingy. I didn't take him in for an RSV test because he hasn't gotten worse, and I'm reluctant to have him sitting at the doctors being exposed to stuff if there isn't a good reason.
Speaking of sitting at doctor's offices, :-) Noah is going in again tomorrow for his IVIG. We are so excited that he has been home for almost two months (!!!!) and hope that this IVIG is providing real help for his immune system. Please pray it all goes well. If you recall, he needs his vitals checked every 15 min and if he doesn't sleep hard enough from the pre-medications (including IV benadryl) , he can get pretty irritated at being messed with so much. As with any blood product, there are risks to getting IVIG so pray for protection as well.
Please pray for our neighbor who lives 4 houses down from us. Her house burned today. I was in the shower when the boys came running in saying "the house is on fire!" It took a scary moment or two to realize that "the" house wasn't "our" house. Flames were shooting WAY up in the sky and there were loud explosions (she had oxygen tanks in the house and garage). There were six big fire trucks and many smaller ones working for hours. They are still there. All that remains of the house are the brick parts. The rest burned to the ground, and the inside is all gone. Even the car burned up. She got out safely and is with her daughter who lives around the corner. It is just so sad. The children sat by candlelight (power had to be turned off on our street) and made cards for her. We'll try to make some bread and take it to her with the cards on Friday.
Other than a sick mom, an emergency dressing change yesterday, a trip to Greenville tomorrow, and a burning house down the street, things have been pretty quiet around here. :-)
I promise a better post next time. I have some great photos of Noah! I'm glad that so many of you were so blessed by his walk in the park. He is walking all over the house and we actually had to put up baby gates - can you believe it??!! God is doing great things in this little boy.
Love,
Kate
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Mar. 19, 2008 - Quiet Days
 Posted by Anonymous
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Life doesn't seem to be boring around your neighborhood, does it? I'm so happy that Noah is doing well, and that you are recovering.
Ginny Berry
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Mar. 19, 2008 - Praying for your neighbor....
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Hi, I just want to say that I will definetly be praying for your neighbor... How terrible to lose a home that way. I am VERY Happy to hear that , although you are sick... things are going smoother for your family right now.... and Noah, WOW !!! What strides he has made. Many Blessings !! Jessica in Fl.
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Mar. 19, 2008 - feel better
 Posted by Hediedforme
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Kate,
The pics of Noah below are so precious. It is just unreal to see him walking and so happy outside! I sure hope you feel better soon. I'll pray for you again after I send this off. Happy Easter--
Oh, and your poor neighbor. This must be the year for house fires--must be the 8th one I've heard of this year. So sad, I'll pray for her too.
Love,
Psalm40
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Mar. 19, 2008 - Praying for you all
Posted by Kathy |
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Lifting you all up before His throne of grace. May this season continue away from the hospital. May his procedure go as well as possible tomorrow. May you feel better soon. May Christ be all He needs to be to your neighbor. Glad they have your family to minister to them. Christ is risen! Alleluia!!!
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Mar. 19, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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how'd you know I've been thinking about you...nearly came and checked the site just to be sure I hadn't gotten kicked off the notification by some automation glitch! :) I did restrain myself.
can't wait to see those Noah picks...and that little Mary Faith is such a dolly!
Hope you feel really better really fast!
Monique
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Mar. 19, 2008 - PTL.............................
Posted by jkiessling |
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for the walking Noah!!!!
And Prayers for you & speedy recovery!
And prayer for you neighbor!
Hugs & Prayers & Blessings from the Kiessling family from Fresno, California
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Mar. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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I have been reading your blog for a couple months now and am so proud of Noah taking off like that! How sweet he is. I know you are so busy but I wonder if you ever post pics of the older children also? I so LOVED Sarah's little song awhile back. I am a mom of 7 and my oldest is 12 so I really like keeping up with you. Steph in SD
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Mar. 20, 2008 - I will be praying
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that you will heal quickly and feel better even tomorrow to endure the trip and Noah's treatment. I finally figured out what you meant by IVIG! Only took me forever........
Our church body just loves you guys and is tickled that Noah is walking and has been out of the hospital for so long. We will keep praying.
God Bless,
Marti In Elma WA
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Posted by greenehouse2003 |
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are you kidding? "A better post"?! LOL Just sharing life as it is is wonderful to all of us, you can be sure. I love to hear how Noah is doing and to see the love of your children in wishing to serve this family down the street. I am praying for them and for you. Corrine
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Mar. 22, 2008 - Happy Easter
Posted by Hugs&Hope/Atlanta, Ga |
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Hi Noah, Hi Family,
Just wanted to stop in and let you know I'm thinking of you. Julie, and the OWC's group gave me your addy...have come to visit before, but not always 'puter-savvy enough to leave a message! Today I'm feeling adventuresome and thought I'd give it a try.
Hope you have a Splendid, Joyous Easter!
Ms Lu
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Mar. 23, 2008 - Blessings this Easter Day!!
 Posted by ragamuffinsc
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HE IS NOT HERE, but HE HAS RISEN!!!
Luke 24:6
I have set the Lord BEFORE me. because at my right hand I will not be shaken.
Therefore my heart is GLAD and my tongue REJOICES, and my body will also REST Secure!!!
Psalm 16:8-10
Praying that you all have a Blessed Easter Day!!!
Julie & Blakester
http://www3.caringbridge.org/sc/blakester
Edited by ragamuffinsc on Mar. 23, 2008 at 11:30 AM
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Mar. 26, 2008 - hello
 Posted by nancysnook
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How are you doing? I'm from SC and my oldest daughter lives in Belton if you know where that is...it's not far from you at all. Nice to hear that Noah is holding his own and doing okay. We're still praying for you all.
Nancy
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