Yesterday we packed everything up and headed back home. The kids were missing their Daddy, their dogs and their toys, in that order. The drive was relatively uneventful and the kids did a pretty good job. When we were almost home I heard that there was an earthquake in Southern California. We just missed it! It wasn't a very big one and so far I haven't heard of any injuries or substantial damage. I served as the point person for my family since cell phone networks were busy down there, but I could call them. Everyone was safe and sound, although they did all feel the shaking.
This morning we drew the winners for the raffle that Valerie put together for our family. We raised almost $2000! Thank you to everyone who contributed! We will use the money towards our hospital bills, which are still being sorted out with the insurance company. I will post the winners later today!
Drew
Drew is a happy 7-year-old who loves his family, his friends, and everything Star Wars! He was born with a CHD, specifically interrupted aortic arch, VSD, hypoplastic aortic root and DiGeorge Syndrome. He has had three open-heart surgeries, the most recent was in May 2008 at Stanford. He is so strong and brave and we are very proud of him.
Ava
Ava is a spirited 5-year-old girl. She loves her family, friends and climbing, jumping and dancing. She brings us a lot of joy and a lot of drama! She is heart healthy. We love to see all the adventures she has!
This is how Drew's heart is now!
One and a half ventricle repair 1) VSD closed with a patch 2) Conduit from right ventricle to pulmonary artery . Drew still has the SVC connected to the PA in the upper left. Thank you Dr. Hanley and Dr. Mainwaring!
4 comments:
WOW, that much, Holy Toledo! Thankyou to everyone who participated! Andrea you have amazing friends!
Welcome home! That is awesome that Valerie raised so much money! We are still hoping we won something!!
yeah, do tell who the winners are!
completely unrelated to your post...we found out today that our heart repair will be in the fall (probably Oct.) You have NO idea how mcuh following your journey, meant to me. I feel better prepared for if things don't go "perfectly". From a total stranger, "thank you."
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