natalie-update.org

Well it has been a while since we have updated Natalie’s site.  We have been busy!!  Natalie is in third grade and loves school.  We had a rough start to the school year.   She continually came down with pneumonia.  She also had multiple ear infections.  We had a few months were she would cry during her feedings. Her left hip is moderately out of socket which is tremendously painful.   After a couple of perforated ear drums and several doctors visits we all came to the anonymous vote to place ear tubes in and do a scope of her esophagus and stomach.  That was done a few months ago.  The procedures went well.  They did find that she has esophagitis above  her g-tube on the inside.  We are having to give her Mylanta for that.   She is such a trooper!!

The Christmas holidays were great.  We did NOTHING!  It was so nice to relax and get some rest.  We tried to make sure that we were placing Christ in the CHRISTmas.  Our faith is so important to our family.  We are getting more and more involved in our home church.  Natalie loves being in church…she seems to laugh and squeal when we are praying.  I guess she figures that is her time to shine with Jesus.  I definitely believe she has a special connection with our Savior.

Natalie just turned 9 years old last week.  How time flies.  I can’t believe that Elliott and I have a 9 year old.  She has overcome the odds and amazed many.  She is such a blessing to us.  Even though our road is tough and long we continue to hope.  We continue to provided the best care we can and make life as fun as we can.  Some days we do this better than others.  I do have to say that Natalie has taught me about life and what is important.  Things can change in a blink of the eye.  Do not take anything for granted and treasure every moment.  Make memories. Laugh, laugh, laugh!!  What is the alternative?

So today we are celebrating Natalie.  We are having a small get together for her birthday.  For those out of town family member’s, we will miss you terribly!   We praise Christ for Natalie and her testimony to his love and hope.  Yes today is a celebration!!!!  We will update the photos after her party.