Improving

These past few hours, we have noticed a big improvement in Carter. He is smiling, laughing, and giving fives. He took a couple of good naps in my arms today, and got to take a sponge bath. He also received a nice surprise delivered to our door. Uncle Jason and Aunt Steffany had a dog and balloon delivered to him. He is in love with both. His favorite color is red, so the Elmo balloon was just prefect. And the dog, Tim and I have named Scrappy. Once you meet Scrappy, you will understand. We are not sure how Kenai will get along with Scrappy... But Carter loves him!!
Happy Birthday Grandpa. Sorry we could not see you today, but Carter ate some Ice Cream to celebrate.

Day 3

Last night was a rough one. Carter seemed to be in a lot of pain, and was not able to go to sleep until 3:30 AM. They came in to draw blood at 6:00, so his sleep was short lived. He is now asleep again, with a lot of pain meds on board. Hopefully he will be able to get some rest today. The doctors will be coming back at some point today to remove his drains and the distraction starts tomorrow. Oh the fun never ends.
The sleeping accommodation at the hospital suck, but their complimentary breakfast cart rocks. Tim found a couch in the middle of the hall last night to sleep on. I slept on a tiny pull out chair. Dr.Muntz said if we were comfortable with the distraction, then we could possible go home on Saturday. Lets hope for that!!!

The IV that they had started in surgery infiltrated tonight. They had to start a new one, that they thankfully got on the first try. It was horrible for both Carter and Me (Tim somehow planned to be down getting dinner at the time...). Carter is now finally resting peacefully in his own bed. Let hope this last all night. He ate about 6 ounces today.

Day 2

Carter slept well last night, only woke up about 3-4 times. We are keeping him nice and up on his pain meds so we don't have to play catch up later. He is seeming to be in quite a bit of distress at this time, and wont sleep. We got out of the ICU this afternoon and are now on the Med/Surg floor. Mom and Dad came up for a visit and babysat for us while we took a walk outside. Well, Mom babysat, and Dad, as you can see in the pictures took a nap. Let hope for lots of sleep tonight for Carter and to a better day tomorrow!
Carter's new name: Chipmunk.
These are all the pictures we have taken today. I don't have the energy to sort through them and just post the best, so you get them all. Enjoy.

Out of Sugery

We finally got to see Carter around 4pm. He is in the ICU for the night and doing well. There were no complications with surgery. We are so glad to be done with the surgery itself. Carter is still a bit drowsy, but such a love. The nurses said he just tried to climb out of the bed right when he woke up. Everyone is of course in love with him. We are so proud of him and cant wait for him to start feeling better. Hopefully tomorrow morning we will be able to go to the floor where the room will be a little more private. We are also looking foward to feeding him in the morning. It looks like we will be here until Sunday or Monday. Keep him in your prayers, he needs them!! Warning to Uncle Jason: Pictures may be too graphic for your stomach and heart, I am warning you!

Pre-Surgery

Carter went into surgery around 12:30. Every body here has been so nice and helpfull. It was horrible handing him over to the anestologist, but we got through it. Carter just looked him in the eyes and went away with him. It was the worst feeling in the world. Mom and Dad got to come back with us, so that was nice. He is a trooper and a tough kid. We love you Carter!!!

Pickin'

This past Friday, we decided to go out in the country and find us some Apples. So, Dad, Mom, Kathy, Carter, and I all set out on a little adventure to pick Apples. This place was a cute family owned place, that also had a big pumpkin patch. It was a lot of fun, a long drive, but so worth it.
Carter goes in for the Mandibular Distraction tomorrow. It is set to start at 12:30. He needs your thoughts and prayers. Thanks for all the love!! I will keep you updated on my little champ.