#5

Samuel had the shunt placement today and the surgery went really well with no surprises. He has been really alert and awake the past couple days and did not even have to go on a vent after his surgery (which he has needed for the past 4). Now it is just a matter of him getting stronger and us learning to change the trach and take care of him. We have to do two overnight stays at the hospital where we are entirely responsible for his care (with nurses watching through the window of course). We are on track for discharge on the 8th and are praying that all will go smoothly for the next 11 days with no infection or complications. We cannot wait to see what God has planned for this little guy and we are just excited to be a part of it.

Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.