Tuesday, May 31, 2011

A Successful Surgery!

We just met with the surgeon and Lucia's surgery was a success!  The malrotated intestines were corrected, her stomach was "wrapped" to prevent reflux, and a G-tube was put into her stomach for feeding.  She will be on the G tube until she learns to swallow correctly.  Hopefully, soon!  As a bonus surprise, she had an enlarged appendix which was removed during the surgery.  We are still waiting for the results of her MRI.

With all of that said, Juliet and I feel like we have just won the lottery.  I can't tell you all how much strength we've received from you prayers, calls, texts, and visits.  Lucia will be in the hospital for the next few days for observation.  We are hoping to be home by the weekend and the journey will continue.  I can't wait to get the little nugget outside.

God is good!

Love you all,

Jason, Juliet, and Little Lu

11 comments:

Cornelia said...

We will keep the love flowing! I love that you call her your little nugget!! She is a lucky girl to have such an awesome Mom & Pop!

Laura said...

What a very special little girl you have... I can't wait to meet her! How lucky is she to have two amazingly strong, centered parents who will provide her with all the tools she will need to face her unique challenges. Don't forget to find something to celebrate together as a family each day, even if it's the smallest of things, because even the smallest of things add up to be big things too.
xoxo Laura (& Corey)

Amy said...

Yippie! Wonderful news!

Mollie A said...

So thankful for the good news.

Anonymous said...

Cain't wait to meet Lucia and give her her 1st hair cut.

Jacqui

xoxo

Jane Knotts said...

Juliet and Jason,

My prayers are with you and your sweet-looking little Lucia...so happy the operation was a success. Can't wait to meet her. I know she is very much loved and is in the best of hands! Hope to meet her on my next visit to Denver! Jane

Chelsea said...

So happy to hear that the surgery was a success!! Megan emailed me your blog, and as a new first time mom myself, I can't tell you how much your little family has touched my heart. These little ones are such a blessing! I will send you guys all the love and prayers possible. Please give Juliet and Lucia big hugs and kisses for me.

Lots of love,
Chelsea

Anonymous said...

Awesome news! May the strength, love and prayers keep pouring in. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Camille

Gretchen said...

Sooo glad to hear surgery went well. Continuing to pray for Lucia and both of you also. God IS good! xo Gretchen

Anonymous said...

Your strength is inspiration! Lots of love and prayers, Shanna

Wendi said...

Thinking of you all and sending love and healing energy your way. Lucia is so beautiful and so lucky to have you as parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lot of love,
Wendi