still in surgery

Still in surgery
Posted 2 hours ago

we arrived actually on time this am ,the time 6:26, the date 6/26 on our parking ticket.. strange. Zoe,Tevin and myself followed the kites and butterflies to the basement intake. Zoe's surgeon came over and introduced himself,Dr Geogre Alfieris.He was very reassuring although I don't think Zoe was buying it. She was a little uncooperative,understandly so,then she had a whose tongue is the longest contest with the anesthesiologist and the happy juice kicked in. It was very reminiscent of big sis Kelli dentist visit...silly silly girls. We got Zoe changed into her lovely hospital pj's which were 2x her size.They came and carried her away,that was about 7:40.Tevin and I went to the cafe and there we saw Dr Alf... hmmm shouldn't he be with my girl. He said that she was just getting to sleep and things were good. I imagine that it would tell a bit of prep to do 3 IVs, a breathing tube and the other stuff. we havent heard anything yet.We took some pics of her before with her pink minnie mouse(gift from hosp yesterday).Zoe also brought along her Dr Bunny(dressed just like the dr's here,and of course her trusty white tiger. Hopefully things are going smoothly. It was hard seeing so many little ones going in for their procedures no matter what it was it is a scary time for them and their parents. Please keep them all in your prayers,especially the little boy born yesterday that he gains strength for his surgery ... I will update when we have some news ... thanks for your thoughts and prayers... Bonnie

Zoe's sugery was scheduled for mon June 29th but on Weds june24 i rec'd a call saying that Zoe was now going to have her surgery on Fri the 26th and her pretesting would be on thursday . We arrived at the hospital and the Peds NP told us that they were going to reschedule for monday if the little boy that had just been born could not wait.Half way thru the call came in and it would be monday. We finished her appt.Zoe did great with the chest xrays and exam, not so happy with the blood draw. The procedure should last 4 hours.Zoe will have 3 different IV's as well as a breathing tube and a catheder.She will most likely spend 5-7 days in the hospital.Zoe will also participate in a study for blood cleaning for kids, she will either be given cleaned blood or the normal blood.She will then have samples of her blood drawn afterwards for the study. We left the appt and as I was getting my coffee fix in the lobby the peds NP came up and said that they would like to do her surgery on friday.

Zoe goes to the hospital

Zoe's surgery has been moved up to this friday. I rec'd the call yesterday am. we leave in an hour for her pre testing. Zoe and I toured the 4th floor where she will stay after.We went when Desi was asleep getting his treatment last month. It is the same place that Desi stayed during his 3 week stay in 04 but they have revamped and updated everything. She is concerned she does not want to be asleep. They said in her China updates that she was not much for the naptime and boy they were not kidding.. Keep us all in your thoughts and prayers as I am sure I will be freaking out the whole day friday. thanks

Zoe graduates from Preschool

Zoe graduated from preschool on June 10th. I was not able to be there as I was held over at work. there was a co worker that could have stayed but she would not(not for me!!) She also is the one to whom this conversation took place Sunday.CW#1(coworker)"good luck with Zoe surgery".. me "yes I am getting very nervous about it" CW#2(PITA~pain in the ***)" I don't know why you are getting so worked up about it, Its not like its your real child" Head snap... did she really just say that!!! me.."what do you mean?" PITA.."she's adopted its not the same as a "REAL"child",me " um excuse me, there is no difference in how I feel about all my kids, she is just as "REAL" to me as the other kids" PITA.. " I beg to differ, its not the same".... IDIOTS... sometimes you have to work with!! PITA also keeps telling everyone that I should not be able to get time off for Zoe's surgery and recovery because she is not my real child. Anyways back to the Good and away with the EVIL.

Here are some photos that big sister Kelli took of graduation.Kelli said that Zoe just stood with her head hanging down the whole ceremony.We met up later at APPLeB**s for a celebration lunch. Kelli has a blog for her dog Tibby
http://tibbytales.blogspot.com
and post some cute pics of Zoe. Thanks Kel for being a great help to me with your little sister. Zoe is all set to start Kindergarten in the fall. She did excellent on her screening and should find out what lucky teacher she will have soon.
One week until we do all the post op details for her surgery. I found out Zoe's bloodtype is A+ she is a whole grade better than my B+ so I will not be able to donate for her surgery. Peace and happiness, finally a 2 day weekend WooHOO!!

*** click on the pic of zoe and tibby, check out how well Z is holding the leash...

Zoe's surgery

Zoe and her BFF Emily being silly. Zoe all dressed up on Easter and her earth day outfit





Zoe's surgery is schedules for the 29th of this month. I am growing increasingly nervous and really wish I was a head in the sand person and that I did not really know what will take place. Zoe is healthy and should heal quickly but still no one wishes to see their child(or any child) go thru this. please pray for Zoe and keep good thoughts coming. Any advice or reassurances from those who have traveled this road before would be much appreciated. Thanks and God Bless.

The new puppy

We (tevin) got a new puppy in january. The mom is a border collie - lab mix so we thought it would be a good fit to be a playmate for Keena. Well her name is Elle although lately I have been calling her dumpster dog.Elle is so sweet and loves to cuddle. It soon became evident that the doggy daddy was a Chihuahua with a step ladder but really she is the cutest dog. looks like a border collie

Zoe's mom

1. What is something your mom always says to you? i love you
2. What makes your mom happy? kisses
3. What makes your mom sad? not having a little sister like Zoe
4. How does your mom make you laugh? tickles
5. What was your mom like as a child? swim in the pool
6. How old is your mom? 40
7. How tall is your mom? you think i don't know.
8. What is her favorite thing to do? spy glass
9. What does your mom do when you're not around? cry
10. If your mom becomes famous, what will it be for? wait a second
11. What is your mom really good at? milk
12. What is your mom not very good at? skipping and finger paint
13. What does your mom do for a job? toys
14. What is your mom's favorite food? cereal and salad
15. What makes you proud of your mom? ???
16. If your mom were a cartoon character, who would she be? dragon
17. What do you and your mom do together? pick strawberries and do everything we like
18. How are you and your mom the same? same eyes,same hair and same nose
19. How are you and your mom different? different shoes and different shirts
20. How do you know your mom loves you? kisses
21. What does your mom like most about your guyguy? they are friends
22. Where is your mom's favorite place to go? applebees