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Big Changes

1/2/2013

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Katia, a glimpse...

In just about 8 hours, Katia will be undergoing surgery for the placement of a g tube into her stomach for feeding and the removal of the ng tube that has been her feeding method through her nose and down her throat for 8 years. She is sleeping peacefully beside me  on her little mattress as I write this.  When I changed her tube tonight, I realized that this is a huge milestone in her life.  This tube has harbored bacteria and allowed infections of ears, sinus and even pneumonia's.  It has maybe contributed to the severity of her reflux which causes her to breathe in little bits of stomach acid or food.

Like an onion, Katia's issues will be addressed layer by layer. 

When we first came home, Katia's seizures were the main problem but many other of her needs began to be explored and will be addressed in another few months. But her second big issue was her malnutrition and feeding.  Her seizures are fairly well controlled now and she is no longer malnourished!  Yay...she has put on 12 pounds since we were in the Ukraine.

With seizures controlled, with clear lungs and with food and fat reserves, Katia can have the g tube surgery along with the wrapping of the stomach around the esophagus to prevent reflux.

But of course, I can't explain it to her and properly prepare her for what will happen tomorrow and the pain she will wake up feeling. Our dear Russian speaking friend told her all about it in Russian, we just don't know what she understands of any language.

Please pray for her, that she will be comforted and protected by God and that the surgery will be very successful.  Pray for the needs of all of our children as they will be putting in some long days at the hospital. Thanking you in advance for your willing prayers with us for her.

Next layer, joints!

9 Comments
Natalie
1/3/2013 01:15:06

Continuing pray for Katia and all those involved in her care.

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Alexis
1/3/2013 05:45:06

Thank you for making us aware of this, so that we can join you in prayer. <3

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Ruth Thompson
1/3/2013 09:45:37

Dear Heather, Gord and family:

We are praying for you all, and especially Katia this day. Love to you and your family this New 2013 Year!! We are all blessed beyond measure!! love eldon and ruth

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Alice link
1/3/2013 09:55:00

Last night, having forgotten myself that K's surgery was today, God reminded me to pray for your family. I went to bed praying that God would provide for each of the 6 of your families needs. I also thanked the Lord for our friend who has slated weekends to go and help with care. Today as I read this blog I'm amazed at how much God loves each of us and has His way of meeting every need of ours from prayer to physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and mental provisions. Blessings and prayers.

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Kerry Wright
1/3/2013 10:04:31

We will pray for this surgery and for your whole family. It has been a remarkable journey that you are on and He will continue to go ahead of you!

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Julie
1/3/2013 10:29:51

Your family has been on my mind lately. Now I know why. I'll be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. <3

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pmschaeffer
1/3/2013 18:57:08

Thanks for the post. ...especially the video of Katia. I am so excited for her! This "layer" has such great potential. Praying for all of you.

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Michelle
1/3/2013 21:26:30

Praying for you all...glad that Katia is doing well; of course, I'm not surprised that she is thriving in your family!! xo

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Melissa
1/4/2013 13:08:33

Precious video...

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