Gabi had a very stressful day because she worried all day long about the doctor taking out those tubes. Our appointment wasn't until 3:30 in the afternoon. When we got to the doctor's office there was a girl screaming and screaming in her doctor appointment. She did that for the entire 10 minutes we sat there in the waiting room and Gabi looked pretty white. When we got in there, it took about 1/2 of a second to pull the tubes out and there was no screaming from my brave little Gabi. :) The appointment was over in no time. We think that other girl was being a little drama queen.
On Thursday we go back and they will take off the bandage and we will get to see her ear post-surgery for the first time! Tomorrow we hope to go to the Jelly Belly factory to see how they make Jelly Belly jellybeans. Grandma Donna likes Raspberry and Chocolate and Grandma Ginny likes Strawberry and Lemon. We plan to buy LOTS of Jelly Belly Beans! We've been hanging at home a lot so it will be our first "sightseeing" that we will have done.
Thanks to all of you for your support! Gabi reads the comments and smiles huge. She told someone the other day "I have lots and lots of people praying for me!" There is nothing better than knowing that! We are very fortunate to have friends to stay with but it's still VERY stressful and I spend a lot of time just looking at Gabi, wondering if she is okay. She walks around stiffly, looks like she's in pain most of the time, and holds her head to the side which also looks very sore. In bed at night I'm constantly grabbing her arm so she stops itching at her bandages. Mom is getting tired. It really really is a good feeling to know that our family and friends are behind us...and going through this with us. Today we talked about the fact that she should come back mid-April and it makes me want to cry. I think I need my own bed. :)
Gabi didn't feel like writing today but maybe when we have some Jelly Belly pictures she will feel like telling all about it. Thanks again for all your prayers and support....jane
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That breaks my heart to think of precious Gabi in pain! Aside from praying for a quick and healthy healing process, I will be praying for comfort for both Gabi and Jane. So, Expect! I hope you have fun being a tourist while you are there.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Susan
I am going to try this again. I left a post yesterday or the day before and it has yet to show up! GABI: You little darling, I love you....I am glad that those tubes are out. I am sure that feels so good! Before you know it you will be back home snug in your own little bed. I bet your brother and sisters really miss you, and of course your daddy, and Greta, and Grandma Ginny! :) I think learning about jelly beans will be a lot of fun! I do know that jelly belly became famous because of a President, I think President Reagan. You will have to tell me if I am right! Tell your mommy that we love her too. Friday will be here before you know it, and don't think about the next trip, there are a lot of things that will happen before then, like Valentine's Day, Easter and nicer weather!! Well, if this post does not show up you will hear me scream through the computer...what do you think of that? I love you Gabber Dabber Doo!!!
ReplyDeleteGabi, you are so brave, it is amazing! I am very proud of you for being so strong while you are going through this!!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see you on Friday.
Love to both of you, Dad
Hi, Gabi and Jane. We definitely have you all in our thoughts and will be looking forward to having you home again. Anna has been asking to have "my friends" over to play, so travel safely upon your return.
ReplyDeleteIt's currently 17 degrees and tomorrow we are supposed to have a "wintry mix" - so enjoy the sun while you can... the groundhog saw his shadow yesterday and we'll be having 6 more weeks of winter fun. Have fun being a tourist and we'll see you soon.
~ your neighbor, Jen
Gabi;
ReplyDeleteThat's so cool you got to go to the Jelly Belly factory. I once went to an M&M factory. They had soooo many M&M's - it was like chocolate heaven. I'm glad your tubes came out really fast. We will keep praying for you and pray for a safe return home.
Love, Cousin Beth (Corti)