Today has been somewhat difficult. I am not sure what Jeff may have posted earlier so is I am repeating forgive me. I had to scratch any chance of going home with Jeff and Hanna tonight because Haden's sickness got much worse last night. He ran a fever all night and coughed and cried all night as well. He was having to work very hard to breathe. This morning after being up all night with him I called the medical clinic at 5:30 and made an appointment to take him in again. We got to the clinic at 11:30 and did not leave until 3:15. This did not allow us much time with Jeff and Hanna before they had to leave. The doctor did several assessments and had some chest x-rays done. She had the nurses spend about and hour cleaning Haden's ears out so she could see in them to check for infection. After everything was said and done she said it was still bronchialitis and that it can cause the fever. She could not find any infection anywhere. He had a breathing treatment. She sent us home with an inhaler to continue every 2-3 hours and actifed for the congestion. She wants him to be reassessed tomorrow morning. I feel like his breathing is a little better after the first two breathing treatments. I pray that by morning it will be much better. He is still running a fever so he is getting tylenol for that. He is not eating much so that concerns me. I have to keep a close watch on him for dehydration. Keep him in your prayers that God heals him quickly. He is so miserable.
On another down note, I had to send Jeff and Hanna home today. That was far harder than I had even anticipated. I have cried on and off all evening. I am not upset because I am alone, I just want to be with my family. I have contacted the travel agent and am waiting for him to respond to my e-mail. I told him to do whatever he needed to to get me on a flight tomorrow night. I don't know if it is possible but I am Believing God to be big and get me home. Please pray for this as well. I am feeling a little better now and hopefully tomorrow will be even better.
Other than these couple of things there is no other news. God willing tomorrow the news will be I am going home.
I love you all.
Dedra
Jeff and Hanna, I love you and miss you so much. I can't wait for us to all be together again.
Hugs and Kisses
Dedra and Mommy
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Well that breaks my heart to read your message. You are so strong and so is Haden. This will all go by so fast you won't believe it next week. Little ones are so quick to rebound. We'll all pray for health and plane tickets! We love you!
Dedra
You are one of the strongest women I have ever met. I had so hoped and prayed that you and Haden would not have to travel alone but for whatever reason that is what was meant to be. Your strength and your faith will carry you through this and remember all of your friends and family back in the states are there with you in spirit. I do not know anyone who could handle this as well as you will be able to.
On the bright side...think of how wonderful that reunion will be. Is there any chance you could fly on in to Greensboro instead of Charlotte?
We pray that Haden will recover immediately and that within a few more hours you will be on your flight home.
Love and Godspeed
Dedra I am so sorry that Haden is sick and that you are not coming home with Jeff and Hanna. I fell asleep praying that you would be able to get on the same flight as them but sometimes things just don't work out. I sure hope Haden starts to feel better and I know I will feel better when I know you two are safely back home. If Jeff is reading this I wish he would let us know when he is expecting to arrive at Charlotte. Dedra I promise that we will look after Jeff and Hanna until you get home. Just concentrate on a speedy recovery for Haden and I know you will soon be home as well. Contining to pray for you all. Oh, Hanna, everyone at school is so excited that you will be back on Tuesday. Macie was jumping for joy this morning knowing you was probably already on your way.
Stay Strong Dedra and we love you all,
Jamey
This is certainly not the news we wanted to hear. At least you have a few days to bond with Haden on your own and to grow really really close to the Lord. I truly hurt for you. I can't imagine the pain Jeff must have felt having to leave you there. What a humbling experience. I will be contacting Granny this morning, asking for her prayers.
Dedra, my heart is broken for you right now. We just have to remember that God is in control and that there is a reason for everything, even though we may not agree with the outcome. Even though a speed bump has been placed in the road, we will continue to pray for God's will. for Haden to get better quicking and that you can get the next flight out of there. We miss you all and look forward to talking to Jeff when he gets home. You know Hanna will be fine when she gets back because everybody misses her so much and can't wait to see her. We just want you and Haden to hurry home. Love you bunches and miss you all a lot.
Jennifer (and the rest of the family!!)
We are sorry to see you were not able to leave with Jeff and Hanna.
We know they are broken hearted at leaving you. Remember you are not alone, the Lord is with you and we know the prayers of all your family and friends are being poured out for you and Haden today.
Keep posting on how you are and let us know what the plan is in the coming days.
The Greers have it right when they said, "think on reunion day". We love you and will keep praying for you to get home soon.
Sweetheart
I know you are hurting for Jeff and Hanna. You have to believe that God has held you and Haden back for a reason. Since Haden got worse the altitude changes during the flight would have made it even harder for Haden to breath and probably would have affected his ears.
Try not to put to much of your energy into thinking about the split for now. This will just take to much of your energy and weaken your body to sickness. Think positive thoughts and know that our HEAVENLY FATHER has his on plan for you. It is not always what we want but it is always the best plan.
At least all the leg work is done and all you have to do is wait for a flight. The extra time with Haden by yourself will give you time to bond with each other.
I will pray harder than ever that God will get Haden well and send you on your way.
I love you and my heart breaks for you.
Hanna I know you and Daddy will be reading this.Keep Mommy and Haden in your prayers and he will bring them home soon.
Love Grandma
Dedra - I'm so sad after reading your last message. I had so hoped that you were all together flying home right now. But like everyone has said, this gives you your own personal quality time with Haden. I hope he's feeling better soon. We're all thinking & praying for you. Please keep us posted. Miss you! Love, Al & Jim
Dedra
Try getting Haden to drink juices. If you can get some apple juice is really good.It would seem that his milk would make him more congested. If you have to try sugar water.It might just get him to drink.If he is still running fever it might cause the milk to sour on his stomach.It's a shame you can't get ahold of some Pedialite.Just keep trying anything sweet.That might encourage him to drink.Can you get popcicles?ha I don't know if you can or not,let them melt or see if he might suck on one.These are all things that worked for us when you kids were little.With the fever and not drinking is what causes the dehydration.I know everyone will enjoy all of my suggestions. I started this about 12:00 and will close for now it is 2:30 here. Got side tracked with the TV setting up an appt. for someone to come back out and set it up right.Then I called the eye doctors office to see if they could get me in to see him before my 90 day warranty runs out on the lens.
Its raining here now and nasty.I just want to take a nap now.I guess I had better close for now Denmanis here trying to watch the tv and I have to do it until they get it hooked up a different way.
Love and miss you
Mom
Dedra,
I have written acouple of times but for some reason my comments have been deleted. So "the Smart Girl"Jamey gave me some more instructions. Hope you get this. We have been praying for you daily. Hanna's class has been praying also. They get excited when they see answers to their prayers. Haden is precious... What a blessing.
God is who he says he is... and He can do What he says he can do. Trish
Dedra:
Your awesome strength and
Dedra:
Your awesome strength and faith set in the Lord has brought you all so far! And He has brought forth Hayden as a wonderful blessing.
Now, let our prayers lift you up & bring you and Hayden safely home. I will pray for Hayden's speedy recovery since I know that will bring such comfort to you as well as a smile.
It will be a treat for me to see your family here at "home".
With love and prayers,
Joy
i really wish that haden and you feel much better and that you and haden have a good flight back and that you will get home soon.
love, destrianna : )
Good Morning Dedra, It is nearly 6:30am where you are. Bronchialitis in the USA is another word for RSV. We're assuming Haden needs to be reassessed today to make sure he does not have pneumonia. Dad and I are wondering if Jeff and Hanna will be arriving in North Carolina around 8:30am tomorrow. We'll try and call him at LAX around midnight. We took Granny out to lunch today. She wants you to know she loves you and she is praying for you. We'll be happy to hear when you are on your way home. Everyone looks forward to each post.
Well Sis,
We are sad to hear that Haden is so sick. We wish you and Haden were on your way home, but we know God has everything under control. Lots of prayers are being said for you all daily. Casey and Carli have been praying continously! They love to hear news about "baby Haden", and like to look at the pictures too! How much is he gonna hate that nick-name when he gets older? Jeff, Can you give Hanna hugs and kisses from all of us here, and tell her she is a great big sister. We are praying for you all! Lots of love from Oklahoma!
Robert, Amanda, Casey and Carli
God Bless You Dedra! My heart breaks for you. All the way to Baltimore we were talking about your return. I just knew you would fly home with Jeff. I pray you get on that flight tomorrow and that Haden recovers quickly. We miss you!!!
Lynn
Our sweet Dedra and Hayden,
Life is not without it's trials and this, no doubt, is one of them. I know that God will keep His hand on Hayden and make him well in record time and He will also give you the strength needed to see this through. You are an incredibly strong woman and you have lots and lots of people praying for all of you. Keep your faith and remember that He will not give you more than you can handle. I know this is so difficult but I also know that you will look back on it and realize just how strong you are. Like Nona, I will pray for Hayden's health to be quickly restored and to bring you both home soon and safely. What a joyous homecoming it will be.
Our love and prayers,
Aunt Vivi and Uncle Tosser
Dedo............Oops! I spelled Haden incorrectly again. I wanted to correct it just on the outside chance there is a Hayden somewhere being prayed for also. Now He knows which Haden needs his healing touch and that you all need strength to travel the last leg of this incredible journey. And that would be H - a - d - e - n Elias Hicks, Lord.
Love you, baby,
Aunt Vivi
Oh Dedra- Just checking in and I'm so sorry to hear the news. I pray for Haden's health to return...and his spirits to lift yours. ... it is disconconcerting to be in your situation right now... let the tears flow... they will refresh, renew and as in life when the rain falls... blooms are just around the corner... I love you and I'm sending my thoughts and a big squeeze. I know its about 11:30am your time ... I'm wishing you a better day.
Windi
Dedra, Try not to worry too much. It is not uncommon for young babies to have problems with wheezing with bronchialitis. The breathing treatments should ease him and make him feel better. Coming from a family of asthmatics, I can tell you they sound much worse than they are. Since you are having doctor check him out everything should be fine. We will all pray that you and Haden will be able to get home right away. I know it is hard to be by yourself with a sick child.
Love,
Aunt Stephanie & Uncle Jr
Good Morning Sweet Dedo and Haden,
I awoke with you and Haden on my mind and my heart. Just wanted you to know that I'm praying really hard for everything to turn around today and that you and Haden will be flying on Angel's wings heading home. We can't wait to get our hands on him and squeeze him to pieces. Oh yeah, and give you a hug too. Jeff and Hanna as well. Hanna already knows how much we love her and now we're going to spread it around. Haden is so precious and from what I can tell is a really wonderful and happy little boy. He is blessed with a devoted, loving, caring family and ya'll are blessed with an incredible son. What a perfect match. God really does know what He's doing, right?
Jeff and Hanna, I hope your flight was really good and that you are now safely home. Our love to you both and our prayers that you'll soon be altogether again. We miss you and can't wait until April.
Dedo, I just wanted to send some words of love and encouragement your way, knowing that today will be better than yesterday but only half as good as tomorrow. (I Think that came from a song but I sure do like it. Laughs and hugs and warm squeezes, Memaw's sloppy neck sugar kisses and PawPaw's "Eyite, Eyite, Eyite" screeches in Haden's ear. I love you and miss you. Aunt/Graunty Vivi
Dedra
I think you and Haden must be the most thought of and prayed for people on earth the past 24-48 hours. I know that you probably are not able to access your blog but soon you will read all of the love and prayers that were being sent for you.
It is 9 PM Saturday night where you are and we hope that means you are sound asleep on an airplane on your way to Hong Kong or better still to LAX.
We continue to have faith that you will have the strength to do whatever you have to do and that Haden will be immediately made well. We haven't forgotten Jeff and Hanna but they should be almost home by now...
Love and Godspeed
The prayers continue and we know that we will hear good news soon.
Dedra,Hanna Haden and Jeff you are loved and your family and friends
are with you in thoughts and prayers on this last long leg of your journey.
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