Monday, April 14, 2008

Getting Better Slowly

Rachel, Rachel's Mom, and everyone else who is leaving us comments of support and keeping us in your prayers--thank you so much! The thoughts and prayers are working because Ava did better last night and hopefully she will sleep even better tonight. She only threw up once yesterday morning and none today. Her sinuses seem better today too. We haven't been giving her any formula or milk, just water, juice, or pedialyte. The doc said only clear liquids until the vomiting stops. I think she is on the mend--she just needs rest now!

She is hilarious when she is laughing and playing. She seems pretty happy to be with us, she just doesn’t feel good and hates to miss anything for a bunch of sleep. We let her walk around in the green grass yesterday—her first time playing in green grass! She was a little unsure, but eventually had a good time chasing bubbles and the soccer ball.

Emma started back to school today, so we took Ava in to show her teacher and classmates. She loved the attention from everyone and fell in love with the school and everyone there. I only wish we could stay in Albuquerque for a few more years for her to go there. Emma has been going their for 3 years and has blossomed into quite a nice young girl because of the environment there.

We also attended Scott's farewell luncheon for his work today. He received several nice momentos and folks said alot of nice things about his work. I also got some nice flowers for my work as the key spouse. Of course, Ava stole the show as she was passed about from person to person. She ate up the attention. She is not afraid of anyone! She felt especially comfortable around these folks today because they were all in camoflauge. The nannies from her orphanage wore camo from head to toe--why? Who knows, but that was their daily uniform.

We had more food and presents delivered today. Once again, I can't say enough about the generosity of people--it is so amazing. Thank you all--it has helped so much in this crazy time. I know, I need to post photos--I will soon, I promise!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

b Hurry with the photos I have almost forgotten what Ava and Emma look like. We love you and pray continually for Ava's recovery. Glad Emma and school is good. We know you have very little time for yourself but hope you are Ok as well. We hope Scott has an easy transition.
Love Grams---Mom