Surgery Tomorrow Morning

   Please remember our sweet boy tomorrow morning as he once more undergoes surgery to finish separating his fused-together toes and fingers (all but his left pinkie that is).

   We anticipate one night in the  hospital and 2 weeks with 3 casts. Dr. Fearon is going to leave one hand cast-free which he has done successfully with a few patients already. Since his other hand will be in a cast, we are confident he won't be able to mess with the free hand. After the casts come off, we will continue changing dressings for a time.

   We spent a very pain-free afternoon at the hospital today in pre-op preparation. I am so thankful for the kindness and efficiency of the staff at Medical City Children's and Dr. Fearon and his office. My spirits are high today and my heart full of peace. I am thankful to be drawing near to the end of this first surgery stage and excited for Joel to have free fingers.

   Please pray specifically for grace and peace for Joel tomorrow when he once more wakes up to a very unpleasant surprise. Pray for wisdom for Dr. Fearon as he operates and protection for Joel during and after surgery.

   Thanks again to the many who have supported us and upheld us in prayer during this time. We feel the love and are so grateful. Below are some pictures of Joel playing at the hospital facility this afternoon.

Aunt Hailey playing at the "Gusano" with her "sobrinos"