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I'm so behind on posting an update, but this past month has been really busy for our family. Aiden has continued to struggle with ear infections. He also was sick with a stomach virus two times!! Two weeks ago his ear infection returned and his lymph nodes in his neck became very enlarged. It was very scary for us and painful for Aiden. Thankfully, we recognized this quickly and started back on antibiotics. We are so thankful that he is now better and FINALLY off all antibiotics! Praise God!! I pray that his ears stay well!
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| Aiden and Big Pawpaw at Christmas |
We also have had two deaths in our family over the past month. Aiden lost his Great-Grandfather to Lou Gehrig's disease. He was a wonderful christian man that will be greatly missed! I'm so thankful that Aiden was able to enjoy time with him before he became ill. We will all cherish the time spent with Big Paw Paw and especially the pictures of him enjoying Aiden! We also lost a very special uncle this past week. Please keep our family in your prayers as we continue to grieve the loss of two special people!
On a brighter note, sickness has not kept Aiden down. He is walking really well now, and is starting to pick back up with his eating. He has tried several new foods recently and we are very excited with the progress he is making in therapy! We traveled to Jackson last Thursday for a check up with Aiden's surgeon. He received a great report...He has gained weight!!! He now weighs 18 lbs 7 oz. and is 31 inches long. The surgeon was pleased that he had gained almost a pound since his last visit despite being sick. We don't have to go back for a check up for 2 months this time!!! We are praying that Aiden is finally turning a corner with his battle to gain weight and is really going to fatten up! He is drinking more milk now and is tolerating bolus feedings well through his feeding tube. Aiden is learning so many new things! He has started to say several new words. He has also learned to count to three. He loves being outside, playing with his trucks/cars, dancing, singing, reading books, and riding in his wagon. We are so thankful for Aiden's progress!! Aiden has such a wonderful spirit about him. He is a little comedian and keeps us laughing! We are so grateful God blessed us with our special little miracle. Aiden continues to inspire us and is forever a reminder of what a AMAZING God we serve!
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| Aiden has his cars & trucks all lined up! |
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| Being silly! |
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