Jordan's Journey: Weeks 8 & 9

This time last week we were pacing the floors, biting our nails (well I was) and going over consent forms with Dr. Dodge-Khatami, the Cardiothoracic Surgeon who performed Jordan's ligation. We prayed with the team & proceeded to the OR. Of course, we weren't allowed to go back, but of course I wanted to ride the elevator and give my baby a pep talk. As the elevator doors opened and they wheeled his incubator out, my heart dropped. Yes, I have faith and I refuse to question my God...but a part of me was terrified. This is my baby...my 3 lb baby going into surgery. I refuse to speak negative thoughts but you can imagine the thoughts running through my head. I immediately went to my quiet place and prayed that every ounce of worry leave my body....and it did! I knew that God would take care of my baby. 

After surgery we met with Dr. Dodge-khatami for updates. He assured us that surgery went well--free of complications. Praise God! They wheeled Jordan back down to the NICU and we were thrilled to see him lying there like such a big boy. Yes, he was sedated but in mommy's eyes he was completely unbothered. Take a minute to visualize the team wheeling him by while we were lined against the wall smiling from ear to ear. LOL! It was like a pep rally. I'm tickled typing this. I'm sure the team thinks we are insane and for some odd reason, I'm okay with that. 

Jordan's recovery has been everything we prepared for. It hasn't been easy, but he's showing signs of improvement each day. While I truly appreciate the "How's Jordan?" questions, please understand that such a simple question requires a complex answer. Oftentimes I'll catch myself saying "getting stronger everyday" to prevent giving you pages of notes that I've compiled during rounds. Yes he is making strides in the right direction, but keep in mind he is in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) so most days the best way to describe his status is "stable". 

We knew that surgery wouldn't be a magic cure and we also knew it would be a rough recovery for his little body. But we rejoice each day because we know God is in control and he has brought us this far. I understand that the doctors and nurses want to see constant improvements, as do we. However, I often remind myself that God's time is not our time. God's timing is perfect. We've already claimed victory and a complete healing, in Jesus' Name. So now we wait. We let go and allow God to do the work that he's been trying to do all along, but we were holding on.

Praise report: Jordan hit 3lb prior to surgery but hasn't been weighed since. He also turned 2 months old on the 22nd!! 

Prayer requests: Please pray that his lungs get stronger so they are able to wean the oxygen support & that he stays free of infection. 

Thank you for the constant thoughts, prayers & sweet messages. 

With love, 

Joey, NaToya and Jordan