Surgery.

Yesterday we arrived at CHOP to have Gracie's palate fixed. When I think of all the people that must bring their children to hospitals everyday, I wonder at their courage and fortitude. I couldn't do it. I was here one night with her( with a possible second looming) and I hate it. Don't get me wrong. These institutions and what they do for these children are amazing but to have to watch your child here is....
The surgeon said , afterward, that the surgery was "hard". Poor baby was swollen and her lips were all bloody. Gracie's only way of comforting herself when she is upset is sucking her thumb AND tucking her blankie( or wooby) under her chin. Well, now she cannot suck her thumb for a week.... A WEEK!. Last night was hellish. The meds wore off an hour before they were scheduled so she woke up and cried for an hour before they gave her the next dose. So I had to wrestle with her till the meds kicked in. I felt so bad for her. I did this to her. I made her miserable.
But there are so many kids here with more severe problems. I thank God that he blessed us with two healthy kids. My heart goes out to all those people supporting their children with serious problems. CHildren should not have to suffer. But they are the strongest of all God's creations.
We know several friends who are supporting their children through difficult times and our prayers go out to them everyday.
I count my blessings everyday , especially the two that were "made in China".