Saturday, May 23, 2009

MIRACLE

We have definitely had a miracle. So Ethan continued to struggle breathing for a month. He has had a really hard time since they closed the trach hole(hole in his neck). On Thursday he was looking bad working really hard to breath. So I took him right in. They admitted him to the hospital and the surgeon was about 90% sure that they were going to have to put the trach back in. It was just not working, the poor kid could not breath. Justin and I were devastated. Putting the trach back in ( its a plastic peice that would go into his neck to help him breath, he had this for 2 1/2 years, it is hard on Ethan because he can't really make noises with it in, its difficult to eat with it in, and for me its like adding 10 times the work, it requires suctioning, more medical equipment, emergency equipment) would be taking leaps backwards for Ethan. So Ethan has had multiple blessings this month and Justin said he felt that things were going to be okay, but Ethan was obviously having breathing issues, but we knew Heavenly Father can make anything possible. So the surgeon took him back into surgery . We were really depressed and I was really shaken up about having the trach back in our lives. So as we were desperately praying in our hearts that by some miracle they would not have to put the trach back in, the Dr called the waiting room. Justin was talking with him and Justin was not jumping up and down, but he wasn't looking extremely sad. Then he looks over at me and mouths "no trach"!!!! Holy amazing!!! I couldn't help but cry I was so excited! The surgeon came out and showed us the pictures of Ethan's airway. There was a huge piece of scar tissue that formed right after they closed the hole in April and the doctor said he could remove it easily. The scar tissue was pretty much taking up his whole airway. So he is recovering in ICU today and Justin is there with him. My sweet parents came up to help us out and we are just overjoyed that Ethan does not have a trach at this time. This really was a miracle, the doctor was really shocked himself, anway had to share this fabulous news at 730 am this morning, its basically like Christmas to Justin and I.

19 comments:

KassiahMyers said...

Oh Joy!!! I am so happy for you guys! I know how much work that Treak tube was, i am so glad that Ethan and you don't have to deal with that again! I am smiling very big for you right now and giving you a hug!!! I will talk to you soon!!

Rachel H said...

Annie,
That is wonderful to hear! Our thoughts and prayers are with you as Ethan continues to recover!

Chelsea said...

Yay! That is so great! I am really happy for you- here's to a quick recovery!

Our Family said...

That honestly is AWESOME! Shirlene

Rachel B. said...

That is so great and I seriously have tears in my eyes. I really am so happy for you guys and for that sweet little Ethan to finally be rid of it! What a blessing. Yeah!

herbie said...

YEAH!! What a HUGE sigh of relief and HUGE blessing for your family. Heavenly Father is definately watching over Ethan and your family. I'm feeling the need for a CELEBRATION coming on!! Can't wait to see the new and improved ETHAN!!

Kate said...

HOORAY! Thanks for sharing. I'm so happy for all of you.

Ryan, Candace, Jack and Macie said...

Wow! That is so amazing! Reading this brought back a lot of memories of what you have gone through with Ethan. It is so great to hear that they didn't have to put the trach in again. I am so happy for you guys. Give the boys a hug from us! We miss you guys.

Derek and Becky said...

I am so glad to hear the good or should I say fabulous news. Love you guys. It is great to have your parents here with you.

Emilee said...

I'm so glad! That IS a miracle. What a relief.

Christie said...

OH WOW!! What wonderful news. He Hears us! BIG HUGS to you all..

Unknown said...

Annie, what a neat experience. I am glad you shared and I am so happy for Ethan!

Aaron & Nancy said...

This is wonderful news and definitely a miracle. Prayers are answered!

Hollie said...

That is such great news! I started crying reading it. What a blessing for you and your family. Ethan is such a sweet kid.

Renae said...

Oh my holy miracle!! How wonderful. Having a trach IS a big deal. You guys are amazing parents and miracles happen when faithful people pray! Merry Christmas.

Lindsay said...

Oh, that is just so wonderful that Ethan didn't have to get a trach again. I am so happy for him and you!

Miriam said...

That is so great annie! Thanks for sharing your miracle with all of us! How inspiring. I hope everything continues to go good after they clear up his airways.

Eaton Family said...

I got goosebumps...you're one tough mama!

Natalee said...

You guys are so great. Holy amazing, I loved that. I am so glad he is doing better every day. Bless you all!