We decided with such a large group of family and friends we would just start a blog about John's open heart surgery. That way everyone can stay in touch and be up to date on his happenings. We will be able to have access to a computer once he is admitted and this would help us to just imput all the information once. We hope that you all do not find it to impersonal.
John has a Sinus Veneous ASD that will not ever close on it's own. Therefore surgery is his only cure.
Thursday, August 21st we were called by Vanderbilt Children's Hospital with a surgery date after the Cardio conference. John is scheduled for a final meeting with all the specialist and surgeon on September 15th. This will be our opporuntity to ask any questions we may have thought of in the last few weeks.
On September 25th we will go for pre-op. That will constist of Chest X-rays, EKG, more Echo's, Blood and Urine Samples and a check of his vitals.
On September 26th - we will check in at 6:30am for a 8am surgery that will last about 6 hours. He will then stay in ICU for two days. After ICU he will be in a suite until he is ready for release - total time in hospital 5-7 days. Just depends on how he does.
John is just amazing - after 7 surgeries and an open heart surgery before him the only thing John wanted to know from the doctors was - Did they still have Scooby Doo movies and could he get popcorn in his room. He can't have the popcorn but did settle for M&M's. That's our boy :)
Abigail and Caleb were given the opportunity to ask them questions as well. Caleb's biggest concern is the amount of days he will not be able to see John. The surgeons have approved him a visit as long as John is stable on day 3 along with Abigail. They will make sure they are not sick etc..but really do feel it is best for them to see their brother. They too have been through so much and are remarkable. I know grown ups who do not handle what they do so well. They are a blessing and a testimony of faith to each other, to John and to all of us!
We will keep the blog updated as we go. Abigail, Caleb and John decided on the blog name. :)
We are so blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful family and friends and we thank you all for your prayers for us and for our family for the last five years as we have faced each surgery. We know that in facing each challenge set before us we have the opportunity to praise God for John and to glorify Him in all we do.
With Love ~ Angela and Thomas
11 comments:
John will be in our prayers (as will you all)! He is an amazing little guy! We'll be following the blog closely. We love you all!
You're gonna do great! We'll be praying for an extra speedy recovery! Love you, The Warner Crew
Please let John know that I will wear my gunner man pants that day in honor of him!
We love you all and our prayers are with you. John you are one brave little man. Uncle Steven and I are SO proud of you.
John~
Your our favorite soccer friend~were praying for your speedy recovery.Let us know when we can come see you~
Love you all..
Blake and Skylar
I can't wait to see you when I come out there in December, you are the best alarm clock there is!
I love you,
Aunt Kathi
Hey John, I know you are going to do great! I will be keeping you in my prayers! I love you all,
Rochelle
Hello!! We will be praying for John! Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help out.
Kaethe, Carsen, and family
I wish you could have popcorn. Love, Isabel
Make sure you ask for extra M&M's!!! You are so brave & strong John!!! We love you! Can't wait to see you at Christmas!!!
Just wanted ya'll to know your friends at College Grove UMC have you in our hearts and prayers. We love you all and if we had any gunnerman paints, we would proudly wear them!
David & Deborah
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