Current status

Thanks for stopping by! Our little trooper is doing well. He is now walking with out assistance (short distances), nearly running and dancing. It truly is amazing, and it still takes my breath away when I see him on his feet!

Zac's platelet levels have remained at a safe level (about 1/4 of the average child) since he was 3 1/2 months old!

Cai is the protective, helpful older brother...with the exception of those "normal" brotherly love moments;-)

All in all we are doing well, just dealing primarily with "normal" life challenges. We are so pleased to have gone through the past few years to be where we are now. It truly has been the best of times -the worst of times. We thank God, and our friends and family and all of you who have given in so many ways to help us through, we are so grateful!!!


Thursday, May 29, 2008

waiting

We are still waiting to get a schedule for Zac's surgery on his left leg. I have contacted Dr. Paley's office several times without any replies. Finally, today I e-mailed Dr. Paley to let him know that we are trying to reschedule Zac's surgery; within hours I get a copy of his e-mail to his assistant (of whom I have been leaving messages with) asking her to contact me to re-schedule. Hopefully that means I will talk with her tomorrow. This surgeon runs an extremely busy practice, with patients from around the world, and a full staff of residence that he trains to do the same amazing procedures that he does. He is considered a pioneer in the field, and has developed over 200 procedures himself -including what he is doing for Zac! Yet, he is so efficient and quick when it comes to e-mails. It always amazes me! The first time we contacted him by e-mail to even see if he would look at Zac, we got a reply within 2 days.

Today someone was asking us about the procedures and surgeries on the TARS support group, and as I was answering their questions, I was reminded about what a miracle really happened to have his leg turn out the way that it has. It is so straight, and really looks beautiful. To think that he will walk one day. I am just overwhelmed right now as I write. God has really worked a miracle through the Dr. and team that we found. That is such an answer to what we prayed for and asked so many to join with us in praying. It makes me start to get excited about what is about to happen with the left leg. I know that anything is possible, and I am expecting another miracle!!!

1 comment:

Mary Ellen said...

I am sure you are anxious to get this next part going (and over with) and I hope you get the response you need very soon! You are an amazing Mom - it really comes through when you write about your sons. What a blessed little boy Zach is to be born into your home.