Surgery # 5 will take place in the O.R. today about 1 or 2 p.m. If you haven't heard already Scotty developed a staph infection & it has shown growth on his shunt as well. So, to make a long story short they need to pull the shunt out & treat him with antibiotics & Vanmyocin until he is free and clear of his bug. He went through a lot yesterday & yet remains the toughest kid I know. It started by them putting in pic line, than needing a urine sample by catheter, & then they poked his head with a needle to get brain fluid. Scott and I feel helpless as parents right now. You can't take his pain away & you have to be the one that has to tell him he has to do these thing to get better. It just doesn't seem fair for any of us. Kierra & Kellie are going through the emotions just as bad. They are having to take care of the animals, the house, & still go to school. I admire their strength & support through all of this. I love & miss them both more than they know. I can't wait until this is all over & we are together again. Kierra & Kellie I am sure you are both bummed just as much as Scotty is, about not being able to see New Moon like we had planned. We will see it though just as soon as he is well enough. Our goal is to be home by Thanksgiving before that would be a blessing.
God bless you all! I cant even imagine the emotions you are going through. But with a glass of wine in my hand raised, here's to miracles and blessings and having the faith to believe in both! Love you guys!
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