Our Little Fighter

A Successful Surgery

I am very pleased to announce that Ty's surgery today was a huge success!! He did a great job and the neurosurgeon was able to release his spinal cord and remove a cyst. They are sending the cyst out to get a biopsy, but they are fairly certain it is spinal cord tissue. We anticipated this surgergy to take 6-8hrs, but it was completed in less than 3!! Ty is resting now and we are doing our best to manage his pain. He has to stay flat for a few days...that's tough! His birthday is tomorrow, and I think he'll be having a few visitors to wish him a very happy birthday. To everyone who prayed for Ty and our family, thank you so much! We believe whole heartedly in the power of prayer, and God has answered!!

The Surgery is Scheduled

We just received word that Ty's surgery is scheduled for Aug. 4th. His birthday is Aug. 5th. :( What a pitiful way to celebrate his birthday. That's my flesh talking, I know deep down he needs this surgery, but who wants to be in a hospital when you're turning 4??? I'm feverishly trying to get the house ready for me to be gone 7-10 days. I made 8 beef freezer meals last night, and have 6 chicken meals to prepare and freeze. I'll save that for another post. ;) I want the boys room organized so Ty can come home to a neat and tidy space. Also, if Ty is in for the full 10 days, that will give me 4 days until school starts. So....I need to make sure the kids have everything they need to start school. I've already ordered and received their new uniforms, PTL for online shopping, now all I need is their school supplies. I'm sure my husband will do just fine without me, but you know, I'm the MOM!!! Please keep us in your prayers as this such a stressful time on more than one level.

Another Surgery To Come...

Ty had a visit to his neurosurgeon yesterday. Some findings on his MRI were cause for concern. Ty has been experiencing back pain and headaches on and off for several months, and they determined it was caused by a tethered chord and syrinxes on his back. We are waiting for the office to call back for the surgery date. I wish I could say this is a routine procedure, but it just feels different. He has the best doctor, thanks Dr. Pattisapu, and I know the Lord will cover him through it all. Lord I believe, help my unbelief.