It has been a long, long few days. You know it's been a long few days when you hold your cell phone up to your ear for a while waiting for a dial tone. Things are okay, but not resolved. They took Edison to the O.R. today to dilate his esophagus in case that was making him pool saliva and get choked. It's not, his esophagus appears fine. While in the O.R. he turned blue again and completely stopped breathing for about 15 seconds. Our surgeon described it as a "functional" issue because his tracheomalacia (the floppy airway) is just so severe the smallest thing can make him lose coordination. When we asked how you fix this he said that you fix it the way nurses in the 1940's fixed babies with the same issues, close supervision and being very careful. So basically we just have to wait it out until his airway gets stronger. Let me tell you, that's a scary place to be.
So they will plan to do a sleep study later this week to really examine what all is going on. In the meantime, our little boy, who's 8 months old today, continues to smile and charm us all. Thank you all for your calls, emails, and well-wishes of support. We love you.
So they will plan to do a sleep study later this week to really examine what all is going on. In the meantime, our little boy, who's 8 months old today, continues to smile and charm us all. Thank you all for your calls, emails, and well-wishes of support. We love you.

4 Comments:
News that Edison was back in the hospital was not the news any of us anticipated. Tell him that if he wants to see his girlfriend, Michelle, he can invite her over to the house!
But I am relived in a sense (as I am sure you and Martin are) that he is in capable hands at good old CHOP. I am thankful that he is more stable now but I am hurting for you guys, knowing what a setback this must feel like for you.
We are all surrounding you with love and more love, hoping things get back on track quickly.
Much love,
Sue
Oh my. Once more, time seems to drive things, and time is the one thing we cannot manipulate. Somehow, the doctor's words comfort me because they remind me that some things just simply can't be hurried and that the human body is the most amazing machine there is. Dinky has inspired all of us, and he will continue to do so. And so have the two of you, and so will you continue to do so. My heart hurts for you--and for me. love you lots....
dobie
I am so so sorry to hear this. I love you both so much and am praying for peace of mind and spirit for each of you.
I love you too, Dinky.
The smiles mean so much.. especially through this difficult time. Edison is a tough little guy.. and Dobie is right about the human body! Lots of love and support coming your way! You 3 are thought of daily.. love, Bethany
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