Friday, January 18, 2013

set free


Hello from Freezing Boston! I'm pretty sure my lip gloss froze on my lips this morning when I walked across the street to Starbucks!

 I am going to spare you the details of the very long past 2 days waiting and waiting with a very awake and ready girl to get that ventilator out!!

 Today however, at 6am, Ivy became a FREE girl!
We hope to not be seeing that thing again for a very long time!

 Today Ivy will have her first echo since surgery. On pins and needles for that! We will push forward with her feeds and even let her try to take food by mouth if she seems interested!

 So right now Little Miss Precious is taking a little nap. She has had lots of sips of her beloved water. She does cough as she always has after the ventilator comes out so I'm sure we will be doing the usual tests to be sure she's not aspirating. Her color looked funny to me yesterday and after I told her surgeon it was determined that she needed blood. After last nights transfusion she does look better.
She's been content this morning watching Disney Junior and playing on the iPad. I am so grateful for this day and so looking forward to finally moving forward!

 Habakkuk 3:19
The Sovereign Lord is my strength. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer, He enables me to tread on the heights.



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24 comments:

  1. my3 kidsJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Such awesome news to wake up too. Hoping the tests come back looking great and that you and Ivy will be able to head home soon! Hugs to you both...we continue to pray..sorry it's so cold...it's cold and snowing here too burrrrr:)
    Janice

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    Mary- my stomach dropped when I read the title. I took it to mean something else. But so much joy washed over me when I read it was about the vent. I'm so ecstatic for you! Go Ivy go! She inspires me in everything. Her courage and her determination..... Well, you have witnessed it first hand. Just so thankful today to have been touched by Ivy. Beth

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  3. FannieJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Yea!!! Thanks for the update, I've been stalking your page Mary! Haha! So glad to hear Ivy is awake and breathing on her own. Praying for her full, very quick recovery and that her echo shows that everything is perfect!

    Praying for your hubby & kids back home too!

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  4. KathyJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    Such wonderful news. Can't wait to see some pics of the princess. Hope mommy is getting some rest and taking care of herself too. Praying in TX.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    So happy to hear this update, Mary! Continued prayers that all continues to go well. ~Holly

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  6. MichelleJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    Oh so happy to read this post prayers continue for Ivy!

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    thank you for update!! glad vent is out,as is Ivy !! Praise God -praying tests are all GOOD!! Stay warm--BLessings,Cathy in Illinois!!!

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  8. CandyJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Great News!

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  9. StaciaJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    Prayers for good test results. I'm so glad Ivy Joy doing better.

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  10. KristyJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    Mary, I read that verse this morning too!! Love how only God can take us to those high places... Even in the midst if our difficulties!! Continuing to pray for you, for strength, peace, and encouragement!! And of course for precious Ivy!! Sending lots of love!!!

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  11. PaigeJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    amen!!!!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    Praise The LORD! For he controls ALL things. Amen Hallelujah he is An Awesome GOD..

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  13. UnknownJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Praise the LORD as he controls ALL things! Yay HE is so good. Amen Hallelujah thank you JESUS for your promises and ALWAYS being faithful to us. Great update. Bless this little angel ! Happy Friday.

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  14. snekcipJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    Wonderful Praise report! Just wonderful!!!

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  15. The Harlicka FamilyJanuary 18, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Thank you, Mary! This is excellent news!! Praying the tests provide even more good news!!

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  16. TeraJanuary 18, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    So so thankful to hear such a wonderful report on your little girl! Praising Him for healing!!

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  17. deborahJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    Oh, so glad to hear good news. I was a bit worried since there was no news yesterday. Thanks for the update. Wishing you both the best of the best. :)

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  18. Ally @ Even Miracles January 18, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    So glad for Ivy !! Rejoicing !!!

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    1. Georgea's MommyJanuary 18, 2013 at 1:43 PM

      So happy our girl is off that ventilator!!! Love to the two Boston beauties!! Now HURRY up & get home- we miss you!!!

      Amy

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    So happy to hear the good news! Keep trusting your Momma heart and gut! God has given you a special gift to know exactly what your little girl needs! Thankful for the surgeons who have taken such wonderful care of little Ivy Joy!
    In Christian Love,
    Grandma to Many (2 S/N from China)

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  20. RandiJanuary 18, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    So, so happy to hear this!

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  21. KeishaJanuary 18, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Praying for a GREAT day!! We are in China.. & I haven't been able to just on this baby girl! SO glad to finally be able to hear she's making improvements!!! Remember God is with you all the way!! Hugs from China!!!

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    Step by step she moves forward. Praying for Ivy Joy, her amazing mom, her family, and medical team. Thank you for sharing news about her miracles....and this week has been full of them!
    Praying in SC
    Marilyn

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  23. KellyJanuary 19, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    Mary, I started following your blog because my daughter's name is Ivy. I also just adopted from China and have only been home one month. I just wanted you to know that I have been blessed by your trust in the Lord and his plan. Ivy is such a blessing and I have rejoiced with you after reading each post! I have been praying for her and your whole family. God is good!

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