SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 03, 2007 11:41 AM, CDT
Talked with Kyle's nurse this morning.
Haven't made it there yet today,... We checked on him at 2 am and 4 am, then slept, so needless to say, we haven't exactly made it out the door yet.
After a bad bloodgas this morning, they suctioned Kyle, with hopes that this would correct the problem.
Then, they resumed feeding! This is a step in the right direction.
They still haven't heard the murmur today, which is indicitave of the PDA valve being closed (we pray!)...
We pray this time it stays closed!
Today, I am focusing my attention and praying on a few things...
I am praying protection over Kyle's brain,... for resilliance like never before to overcome this bleed and to regenerate what he needs to be healthy and whole. I am praying for the blood to recede and be reabsorbed quickly, very very quickly into his little body. I am praying for total healing, and complete deliverance from this distress. I am praying for no evidence of scarring, and for total nuerological health.
I am also praying for Kyle's respiration. I am asking God to give him healthy strong lungs.
I am also praying for Kelly.
Thanks for continuing to stand beside us.
Kyle's NICU Story in Pictures
14 comments:
You guys have an army behind you. We're praying constantly. I love reading the comments from others, too. While I pray for Kyle and read what the others are saying, I'm learning so much. Mostly, though, I'm learning how God uses us for his work. I've not met Kyle, but he's changing the lives of many people. You, the boys, Kelly, and Kyle are top on my list today and will remain there.
I'm so glad I check the site again for updates. I don't even know if it helps to know how much people are praying some of the same things you are asking (even before you ask), but here's just a couple of the things where we a praying the same - there are many. I just wanted to let you know that I have been praying specifically for God to reach in with his hand and cauterize those brain bleeds in Kyle's head. I'm also praying that the PDA valve is basically super glued shut this time or even hand stitched - but permanently attached. I pray that God's breath would heal Kyle's lungs of any wetness and they would mature quickly. I also pray for you and Kelly to feel a peace beyond measure and rest knowing you are where you are supposed to be, doing what you're supposed to do (and not feel so pulled in many directions). These are just a few - just know you are in our prayers constantly. Thinking of all of you all day long! Thanks for sharing this journey with us. I am in awe! Kyle is so precious and beautiful!!! We love you all.
Praise God for victory.
I anxiously await your updates as this is such a testament to faithful prayers and a willingness to wait upon the Lord.
I was walking my dog today and stopped to talk to a neighbor - an 80 year old lady tending her flowers. She began telling me about writing she is starting in support of pro-life causes, and the attorney and group she has behind her.
She is a Christian, and I told her of Kyle, and how reality sets in that God has ordained life in the womb, and the baby that is so real, the 24 week warrior that has captivated our faith. Kyle is proof of how great our God is and his intricate creation in a womb. He is the perfect example.
She and I prayed on the corner for God to ordain and for you as parents, family, and friends to gain peace, rest, and faith that God will continue to do mighty things revealing his plan one step at a time.
Kyle has captivated her heart - and more and more people will be reached, and praying. Thank you for your faithfulness in posting and giving us specifics to pray for.
Where 2 or 3 are gathered, He will always be,
Angie Gillikin
Hey Guys,
Since October 22, your family has been at the forefront of our minds. I can't help but check the blog as soon as I wake up and before bed, and usually a time or two in between. From the beginning we have joined the ranks of prayer warriors and we will continue to fight this good fight, without losing heart. By now, Kyle's name is covering the walls of my prayer closet like wallpaper. We love you dearly. Thank you for your updates.
Casey and Steph
I found your blog through a link on someone else's blog - I hope you don't mind me reading about your experience.
It's ironic that today is the day I first learned about your precious Kyle. You see, 4 years ago TODAY my son, Max, was born at 26 weeks and weighed 2 lbs 1.5 oz. He was in the hospital for 3 months and endured a lot of the medical situations you are currently going through. He has been such a blessing to our family and I can honestly say that we are forever changed (in a very good way) because of everything Max and our family has endured - life lessons have been taught in abundance!
I remember the emotional ups and downs that each day, sometimes each hour, can bring. Cling to God, to each other and to your children - that's all you can do.
By the way, October 22 is my birthday so Kyle and I have a bond. I will pray for him every day and will have my little boy, Max, pray for him too.
Jennifer Clardy
mightymaxclardy.blogspot.com
I am a member of First Baptist Church in Huntsville, and read this blog daily. I wanted to let you all know that out church is praying constantly for all of you.
I was also a very premature baby and twenty six years later I know that God pulled me through and I fully believe that God will pull Kyle through as well.
Please know that you are constanly on our hearts and in our prayers.
Kelly and John,
Just wanted to let you guys know i'm still praying for little kyle. I know he will get through all this. Wish i could be there for you guys.
Love you guys,
Starla
John and Kelly, Just wanted you to know that we, "The Bowers Family", are praying for you and Kyle. John you might remember Chase from a few summers ago at PineyWoods with Ross. I (Chase's wife Laura) have been a NICU nurse for the last 10 years. I have been prayng with great faith and hope for Kyle. Currently I am praying that the second round of Indomethicin was effective and that Kyle will not need a PDA ligation. I am also praying for Kyle's bilateral Grade III bleeds, that they would reabsorb quickly and would not develop any further. I am praying for healthy bowel tissue and no NEC. I am praying for strength and hope for you guys as you face the days ahead. I am praying for the nurses and doctors caring for Kyle that they would see the light of Christ in you and so may Glorify Him. Praying with hope, Laura Bowers (bowersps343@hot.rr.com)
Psalms 139:
13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.
14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth...
I love in this verse when it talks about being knit and woven. My mother used to knit, and I watched in awe at the time and attention to detail she would put in to it. It is such a beautiful picture to think that God puts that kind of attention in all of us. Kyle is made perfectly. I was reading the earlier posts and loved what Traci had said about God hand stitching Kyle's PDA valve closed. It gives me the same beautiful picture of us being made perfect by the work of our Father.
Praying and Pleading,
Leslie Nemec
I heard about Kyle and your sweet family from our Community Bible Study group in Littleton, CO. Please know I am checking in and praying often!
Tammi
Dear sweet family, I wanted to let you know that I am praying for you. My twins were very premature, they struggled with pda's, infections, and one had a grade iv bleed. Now they are 11 months old and thriving. May God bless your family through this journey and may it be His will to heal Kyle completely. Please let me know if I can help you in anyway: lindsey at kmc dot net.
Lindsey (mom to Adam & Andrew)
Isa 65:24 And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.
This scripture was brought to my attention today as I prayed for you all and the boys.
Lamentations 3:32-33
32 Though He brings grief, He will show compassion, so great is His unfailing love.
33 For He does not willingly bring affliction or grief to the children of men.
Colleen
Wow. Kyle is so tiny and so beautiful. Children are a blessing from the Lord. And I am so thankful that the Lord has blessed you with your third son. He is wonderful and fearfully made.
I just found your site tonight, and my husband and i have been praying for you. That you and your family would be carried and covered by the Lord during this time of such joy and pain. That Kyle's body would grow big and strong, and that he will grow up and worship in spirit and truth.
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