Friday, May 15, 2009

Happy Liver, Happy Parents, Happy Mum Day

After Olivia's good Cardiology appointment last week, we also had a follow up appointment with her GI/Liver specialist last friday. Dr. Lopez was very happy with her progress. She has been putting on weight to the tune of 32 grams a day since her last weight at U of M. He said this rate of gain will allow her to catch up to the appropriate size/weight for her age. Standard weight gain at this point should be 23-30grams a day.  He wants to continue to monitor her blood work       every couple of weeks to make  sure there one no negative  changes to her Liver. He wants to see Olivia in  Ann Arbor at the U of M transplant clinic  in 4-5 weeks. As we found out earlier this  week just because she's being seen at the  transplant clinc  doesn't mean she's due  for a transplant. WHEW!!!  It's just the easiest way  to get to see Dr Lopez. 

Last Sunday we had a nice dinner with Sara's Mum & Dad for a first of many Mother's days.  As usual Sara's mom cooked a wonderful  meal.  
The company and conversation was also great. 
 (Jack we missed you we'll stop out and visit  Soon.) 
Olivia sat at the foot of  the table smiling away. Each smile, coo, and cry reminding us how lucky we are to have our precious little girl in our  lives. At times her problems  attempt to overwhelm and distract us from the priceless gift we have been entrusted with to nurture and love. We just wish that everyone  could be as blessed as  we are to have such a  beacon of hope and happiness  warm their hearts. We love you Olivia.


3 comments:

  1. Ben and Sara: Olivia is also blessed to have two such wonderful caring parents. It is your love, dedication and care that is heart warming to see. You both have already faced more than most parents could ever imagine, but with a love, strength and hope that only a strong marriage can endure. I couldn't be more proud of you both and with all that you have to give our little Miss Olivia Anne, she is going to grow up to be a very strong and special person. Love You - Grandma Barbara

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  2. I could feel your pride and love while reading this. The two of you are wonderful parents and Olivia is one very lucky and special girl. You all are in my thoughts daily.

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