Monday, October 11, 2010

Alex's Surgery Tomorrow...UPDATE!

Alex and his memere

Tomorrow morning Alex undergoes a 4-5 hour surgical procedure to insert a permanent feeding tube.
It is an extremely risky surgery and one the Dr's say he potentially might not survive.
From what I understand, the riskiest part is in the recovery room as he comes out of the anesthesia.
If all goes well he will be in the hospital for about 5 days and then home where hospice will be there to help.

I am so grateful for all the prayers and concerns.
I am taking this one day at a time and am daily reminding myself of this verse in the Word:

"Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about it's own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble." Matthew 6:34

We are facing huge battles here and I could not do this without the One who gave me new life.

Love and blessings,
Cindy


UPDATE:

Alex had surgery this morning and it went very well. Feeding tube is inserted in his stomach and they were able to take him off the surgical breathing tube almost immediately after surgery.
If all continues to go well, he will be coming home by Sunday where they will have hospice there to assist them.

Thanks to all for your prayers and support.

I hope to get back to some more traditional FarmgirlCyn style posting real soon!


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39 comments:

Camille said...

Praying for you all my friend! The LORD is faithful and will carry each of you through moment by moment.

"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." Isaiah 41:10

In His Love,
Camille

lillie mae acres said...
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lillie mae acres said...

Prayers and thoughts are with you from us.
Before Alex comes home or after he comes home after surgery, if you feel like it contact these people to see if they have a photographer in your area that will come out to you and take beautiful photographs of Alex and his parents.

http://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org/home/

I was telling my young niece to pray and she is a L&D Tech at our largest hospital. She's currently trying to get a local photgrapher to do this for our area.

KathyB. said...

Little Alex is so cute, I just want to hug him. I will pray for you all~the verse in Matthew is perfect and comforting.

Faith said...

You are often on my mind. Praying for you and Alex and the family.

~Faith

Unknown said...

Oh, my heart breaks for you all.

He is such a cutie!
Know that I am here for you.

Prairiemaid said...

I will be lifting Alex and your family in prayer, especially tomorrow. May God be in the midst of each of you!

Anonymous said...

I am praying for you and sweet Alex. My baby girl had heart surgery at 1 month old - before I was able to take her home from the hospital. God was with me, and God will be with you. My baby is now 10 years old and completely healthy. I will be praying for you all. My "baby" is a walking testament of God's goodness and healing. I'll be thinking and praying for you.

Maria said...

Praying here, now for your hearts...

for God's presence to be felt
for comfort
for family strength

for a dear sweet child of God


love,
Maria

Unknown said...

Jesus cares for the little children! What a blessing to know that He sees and knows all that is going on in little Alex's body and that He holds this little one in His hand.

I pray that peace from Our Heavenly Father wraps around each and every one of you in the family as you walk through this valley of trial; that you sense His very presence with you each moment; that your strength is renewed daily; and for miracles that will be beyond belief in anything this earthly world can offer!

Blessed Rain said...

You have our prayers for this little precious boy!

Pioneer Beauty said...

May the Lord Grant the Doctor's Wisdom and Work and Guide their Hands...In and During the Surgery...and Give Alex Comfort and Stability during Recovery...Much Love to you My friend..
In Christ
Angelina

Jane said...

You and adorable little Alex will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jane

Janie B said...

You are in my heart and thoughts. God's blessings on you all.

Renata said...

Hi Cyn
I had the chance to use Mum's computer here on our holiday & I just wanted to check up & see how Alex is going. I will be praying for him & continue to pray for him & also yourself & his parents & the rest of your family.
May God continue to hold you close
With Love
Renata ((HUGS))

Julie said...

you will all be in my thoughts.
julie

savvycityfarmer said...

would love to hear from you later in the day ...
we are united in prayer with you.

*Ulrike* said...

So, so sad. All of you will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers.

Barb J. said...

What a beautiful, sweet baby! Your last few posts have brought tears to my eyes. I can't imagine having to face this with my own baby boys, even though they are much older now. Our prayers are with Alex and his family.

myletterstoemily said...

i will continue to pray fo ryour precious
grandbaby alex!

may he be sheltered under the Lord's wings
and hear His songs over him.

Dog Trot Farm said...

My prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time. Blessings to you all.

Heather said...

I've been watching and waiting and praying for you all. I hope it goes well tomorrow and that you get to love on that sweetie some more! I have no words really, just want you to know that you are in my prayers.

Heather

Heather said...

I've been watching and waiting and praying for you all. I hope it goes well tomorrow and that you get to love on that sweetie some more! I have no words really, just want you to know that you are in my prayers.

Heather

Lynn said...

I have Baby Alex and you and his family all in my thoughts and prayers.. God Bless.

Blessings,
~Lynn

Sue said...

Praying for Alex, and his family as well as those who will be performing his surgery. May you all feel God's arm around you.
Hugs,
Sue

Kelle at The Never Done Farm said...

Continuing to pray for all of you and last night we added in the doctors and surgical staff that will be involved in Alex's surgery today.

God is good and will take care of all of you, especially Alex.

Blessing and love through Him,
Kelle

Anonymous said...

I only came across your blog this weekend, but I hope your sweet little man will be ok. I don't have anything profound to say, just that I wanted you to know that I am thinking of you all.

Farmchick said...

I have not been in blog land for a few days so I am just seeing your posts now.

I am going to pray right now for your precious little guy and his family. I also pray for wisdom for the doctors and medical team.

Thinking of you..........

Jen said...

Little Alex is such a darling cute baby, he looks so snuggleable. I have been and continue to pray for you.

amothersheartinwords said...

I'm thinking of and praying for you and your family.

Prairiemaid said...

I've been in prayer this morning for Alex.

May God's grace shine on his precious face.

Looking for a miracle!

Camille said...

Oh SUCH good news Cindy! Been praying for you all this day.

In His Love,
Camille

Prairiemaid said...

Wonderful news! Thank you for sharing. Continuing to pray.

Wendy said...

Praise God! I am so glad that Alex made it through surgery and is doing good. Will continue to pray for his total recovery. Also praying for your/his parents strength for the road to recovery. May God bless and keep you all in His loving arms.

Renata said...

Praise God it went well - & thanks for the update - I was wondering how he went.
Will continue praying for this precious bub.
Renata XO

Unknown said...

My thoughts and prayers are with Alex. His surgery was on the date of my son's 36th birthday. Isn't life amazing? He will do well.

KimT said...

still praying in LA for your family. May the Lord bless and keep you and yours during this most challenging time. May the presence of the God of all comfort be felt strongly by each of you now and always. The Lord be with each of you.
I am so sorry that this is happening. I wish that it was not. So so sorry....

Little Terraced House said...

Keeping my fingers tightly crossed for Alex and the rest of the family. I have been going through a different but similar situation with my grandson, so I know how you must be feeling - my love and thoughts are with you all.

Babs xxxx

Thistle Cove Farm said...

You and yours are in my prayers that the Holy Spirit will comfort you all. I am so sorry, my heart is breaking.