Update

I talked to Kristy this morning and there are a couple new developments. The doctors went ahead and intubated Samuel, which took care of two things: first, the problem with the improper disposal of 02 has been resolved, and second, he is breathing on his own (mostly) without the tongue depression. The tongue depression was effective but Kristy said every so often it would move out of place and the airway would be blocked. It sounded like it was very difficult to watch Samuel go through the intubation process but I think he is doing better in that respect now that it's in place.

The doctors were conducting an MRI on Samuel this morning, and so Kristy is praying that Jeff was able to hold him before his scan. Kristy said at one point when the doctors were working on him, Samuel tried to push them away!

She also said one of the nurses was changing his diaper and let them have a peek at his little heine. She said he has a cute little tiny butt! I could tell she was excited to see his precious tiny body.

Meanwhile, we are still asking for several prayers. Generally, we ask the Lord to guide Kristy and Jeff as they seek answers and make decisions regarding Samuel's care every day. This is such a scary, stressful and uncertain journey. We just pray that Kristy and Jeff feel peace and confidence with every decision they make.

Please pray that they are getting as much rest as they can during this difficult time, and that they are comfortable and have as few outside stressors as possible. Kristy mentioned the lack of room and privacy when trying to pump milk and take care of other needs. We also pray that Kristy and Jeff are given time to enjoy their baby and love their baby. I know she has not been able to hold him since birth so please pray that she can hold him again soon. Please pray for Dawson as he is too young to fully understand what his little brother is going through, as well as give Kristy and Jeff the right words to explain the situation the best they can to a two and a half year old.

Kristy's mom, dad, brother and sister-in law (Kevin and Katie) are all in Colorado with the Rowbotham's so please pray for them as well. I know the family being together is very comforting and helpful.

I asked Kristy if she needed anything and she said no, she is doing fine for now.


Please pray hard! God is good and I know He will take care of Kristy, Jeff, Dawson and Samuel in His way.