Trish was able to hold Grayson again today. He was not on lights so the kangaroo care lasted about 90 minutes. They identified bacteria in his throat culture as staph and E coli. They were able to put him on antibiotics that would treat these specifically.
Scarlett had a busy day today. Her tube culture also showed E coli so she was put on a new antibiotic. The liver ultrasound that was conducted yesterday only had her right side, so they wanted to see her left side. She also had an X-Ray done to see her tube placement and condition of her lungs. She also had blood drawn which needed two pokes. The worst part of her day was getting spinal fluid drawn. I wasn't able to be in the area but from what I heard, she did great. What makes it bad is the reason it was drawn. Her blood culture showed bacteria :-( When I asked the doctor what we should be worried about, she said first we should worry about whether it is in her spinal fluid. I don't want to share "out loud" what kinds of consequences that could lead to. So right now, please pray that the bacteria is not in the spinal fluid and that the antibiotics quickly take it out of her blood.
Looks like they put Grayson's "glasses" on his turkey hat:
With all the attention sister needed, we only took 1 picture of Grayson today:
And here are all the pictures of my little princess:
Please God, keep special watch over Scarlett. Guide the minds and hands of the medical professionals who are taking care of both Scarlett and Grayson. Inspire them with your wisdom to know the best procedures to help these little miracles you have entrusted to Tricia and Tim heal and thrive. Strengthen Trish and Tim and all of us who love them and their babies. And since you know us better than we know ourselves, you realize that we are anxious for good things to happen. Grant us patience and trust, but if You don't mind we would appreciate if You could hurry the healing process along a little. Finally, we thank You for the graces You have generously given to us all and for Your loving care of Scarlett and Grayson.
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DeleteI can only say, Amen, to Sr. Dennis's prayer. I had coffee yesterday with 4 friends from the Literacy Program. They are each joining Team Twins with their prayers and intercession. Sending love to all.
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ReplyDeleteSister Dennis your prayer is beautiful. May we shout it from the mountain tops straight to heaven!
Following their progress and praying for you all daily... as a twin myself, I feel we all gotta stick together :) Both Grayson and Scarlett are being watched over by God and surrounded by prayers...you have two strong fighters!
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