She is up! :)

June 4, 2008

The last few days Emma has not wanted to get out of bed, much less stand. She has been in pull ups (which is so not her) and has taken 6 hour naps (which again, so not her) only getting up to eat. We have had to bribe her to take wagon rides and just getting out of bed wore her out.

Well, when Mark and I came back from lunch today she was sitting up in her bed asking to get out to go to the bathroom (again, something she hasn’t been doing regularly since she has been here) and then she wanted to go for a walk! A WALK! She is now on the floor playing with legos with her dad.

This does my heart so good. Just seeing a glimpse of the Old Emma is encouraging!

They stopped the Milrinone after her walk, and we will do another echo in the morning to determine where her heart function is. They are also throwing a party in her room for her birthday tomorrow (with cake and presents!) and my parents are bringing the other two kids over tonight (with presents). Sadly Easton and Elijah are not old enough to come to her room in ICU, but we got the doctor to write an order for her to go to the family waiting room to see them :)

Oh, and her CMV study came back negative, which we were concerned about.

Ill update tomorrow after the ECHO and the birthday party :)

Thanks for your prayers

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43 Responses to “She is up! :)”

  1. Holly Smith on June 4th, 2008 3:51 pm
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    Alright!!! Keepin’ on my knees for a healthy Emma and a wonderful birthday for her.

    So glad the older kids get to see her tomorrow. I’d love to see it all! It makes me glad! Jesus has made my heart very glad with your news!!

    Build away Darlin’ girl! Build away!

    Holly Smiths last blog post..When Among Life’s Billows

  2. Lisa B @ simply His on June 4th, 2008 3:51 pm
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    That is so awesome! We’ll keep praying!!

    Lisa B @ simply Hiss last blog post..Prayer Request: Emma’s Surgery

  3. Samantha on June 4th, 2008 3:59 pm
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    Oh Heather ! This was wonderful news to my ears :) Glad things are getting better , Enjoy these happy moments with your dear Emma and I will continue to pray like Krazy until I get word that she’s home :) :) Isn’t God Good ?? Keep remaining Strong , I know you got it in ya !
    Hugs, Love and Lots of Prayers~
    Sam

    P.S. Happy Birthday Emma !

  4. Peggy@Mazes, Messes, & Miracles.... on June 4th, 2008 4:02 pm
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    GREAT NEWS!!! :heart: Party planning…way to go Emma..
    Thank You Lord Jesus!

    You posted this right after I finally was able to write and send my prayer and comment! Indeed God answers prayer!

    I had Internet problems at home, ran over to a nearby cyber to finish reading your update, starting typing but lost it when I began to storm the gates for you all in prayer…so I came home and attempted again…this time, I was able to send it for WHEN I FALL APART post than I came back and saw that you had posted this…Emma is UP…one step at a time…playing with dad legos..this is so GREAT! Don’t wear her out but I’m so glad that
    you are able to see some of the usual Emma and she is being
    healed before your eyes!!!

    God be with you and GOD be there for the ECHO with good results!!! and I don’t know what it means that CMV was negative but you seem OK with that…so Praise GOD and still praying!

    Sorry to hear Elijah and Easton aren’t able to be admitted but glad they are joining you with your family and I pray that all is well and goes well. That Emma has strength for her birthday
    party and special visitors…and thank you, Lord for a doctor who makes special allowances for family and family times together!!! Happy Birthday Emma!!! Keep fighting the good fight just like your mom…it’s in the BLOOD you know…HIS BLOOD, HIS NAME and your continual testimony of HIS GREATNESS…Press on and do not be discouraged! Peggy

    Peggy@Mazes, Messes, & Miracles….s last blog post..TRIBUTE for TUESDAY

  5. Peggy@Mazes, Messes, & Miracles.... on June 4th, 2008 4:08 pm
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    one more comment…there were not any comments when I saw your post and after finishing there were 3 ahead of me, which means they were praying also and keeping alert for your GREAT NEWS!!! and GOD was ever present and hearing hearts united, surrounding and standing with you. Be encouraged!
    Heather, Mark, EMMA GRACE, and family! Thank you, Lord!!!
    Bless and be with each person in that place, in ICU…that are witnessing the glory of GOD…HIS MIRACLE for Emma Grace
    and the heart of a mother :heart: THANK YOU and help Emma with the meds and changes her body will be making! She’s UP and we need her to stay up and get well, IJN…Amen

    Peggy@Mazes, Messes, & Miracles….s last blog post..TRIBUTE for TUESDAY

  6. Karen on June 4th, 2008 4:11 pm
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    I am praying so hard for Emma! I said a special prayer for her this morning at graduation mass for my 8th graders amidst the beautiful choir of children’s voices. I am so happy to read your post…know that Emma continues to be in my prayers.

  7. Sunshine on June 4th, 2008 4:11 pm
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    WOW! Praise Him! Have an amazing birthday party for Emma - Happy Birthday sweet girl! Sunshine :smile:

  8. JoAnn on June 4th, 2008 4:14 pm
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    Praise God, what a great thing to read. :)
    JoAnn

  9. catnip on June 4th, 2008 4:17 pm
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    That’s wonderful news Heather! I will continue to pray and hope she improves more every day.

    catnips last blog post..nervous stomach

  10. Laurie on June 4th, 2008 4:18 pm
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    Wonderful news! She is such a trooper! She doesn’t want to miss her birthday tomorrow! Will keep you in thought and prayer!

    Blessings, Laurie in TN

    Lauries last blog post..Websites for Kids/Auditory & A/V Therapy

  11. Molly on June 4th, 2008 4:19 pm
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    Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!!!!

    Awesome news and boy does Emma look great! Well, the proof is in the pudding so I will keep on praying! I’m so glad she’s up and about. Great news Heather! I hope she has a Happy Birthday, she deserves it. Hang in there and give Emma Grace a hug from all of us praying for her! :heart:

    Molly (:

  12. peepnroosmom on June 4th, 2008 4:29 pm
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    I am still praying for that beautiful angel!

  13. Miss Michelle on June 4th, 2008 4:30 pm
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    YEA EMMA!!!!!!!!!! It is so good to see her sweet face! I hope everyone has a FABULOUS time celebrating her birthday tomorrow. God is soooooooo good!!!!! All the time!

    P.S. Tell Emma Lola says Happy Birthday! :wink:

  14. Laurel on June 4th, 2008 4:34 pm
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    :wub: :wub: My Dear Heather :wub: :wub: :wub:

    I just love answered prayer when God is stormed with so much trust and love for your little Emma. She looks wonderful sitting with her Daddy. Thanking Him for all of the good reports and asking Him to bring all of the other needs in line here. He is so good and loves you so much. And a birthday party for Emma, how great is that. Have a most wonderful time knowing God keeps this birthday girl close to His heart. I am so blessed for you and this great news.

    Love you all, Laurie in Ca. :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :smile: ( I just love these things!!!) :blush:

  15. D / Momma on June 4th, 2008 4:51 pm
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    Heather - I’m so happy to hear that Emma is doing better! After reading your last post, I was in tears. I can’t know what you’re going through, but I’ve dealt with a very ill daughter, too (mental illness, self-mutilation). Seeing them hurt and knowing you can do nothing? It’s the worst.

    Your faith through all of this is an inspiration. God is right there with you - Peace - D

    D / Mommas last blog post..Wordless Gettysburg

  16. HennHouse (Karin) on June 4th, 2008 4:58 pm
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    smiles here.

    praying for more good news.

  17. Lori ~ Simple Life at Home on June 4th, 2008 5:02 pm
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    Awesome, fantastic, wonderful news!!! Happy birthday wishes to Emma as well.

    Blessings on all of you!

    Lori ~ Simple Life at Homes last blog post..WFMW - 50 Ideas for Family Fun!

  18. deb on June 4th, 2008 5:06 pm
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    *Goosebumps*

    Thank you, Lord, for hearing all of our prayers for Your sweet child, Emma Grace.

    What a beautiful birthday gift for the whole family-

    Deb :heart:

  19. Ruth on June 4th, 2008 5:27 pm
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    Oh wow. What a brilliant sight :smile: Happy birthday for tomorrow Emma. Have a lovely day xxxx :smile:

  20. AliAnn on June 4th, 2008 5:34 pm
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    Thanks for the pictures! What an encouragement. Continuing to keep you, your family, and your precious girl in my prayers.

  21. Janelle on June 4th, 2008 5:37 pm
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    Oh, I felt a wave of relief when I read this post! I am so thankful. Will keep praying!

    Janelles last blog post..Slumber Parties, Birthday Parties, and Aunts!

  22. Robyn on June 4th, 2008 6:25 pm
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    YIPPEE!!!! Doing the snoopy dance!!! The prayers of the righteous men and women ( everyone on here praying) availth much, will keep praying knowing God is at work 24/7…..Praise God for the good news and good report tomorrow!!! (((hugs))) Ohh btw:

    Happy Birthday Emma Grace and God Bless You!!!

  23. Barb on June 4th, 2008 6:43 pm
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    Yayyyy!!! God is good. We will continue to hold all of you up in prayer.

    Happy birthday Emma. :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:
    Barbs last blog post..Thank you for the award Sherry!

  24. Christie on June 4th, 2008 7:03 pm
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    I’m still praying for you all. Just keep on keeping on. You’re in my thoughts.
    xoxo
    Christie

    Christies last blog post..If I Could Go On A Trip I’d Choose Ireland

  25. Sara on June 4th, 2008 7:18 pm
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    Good Job Emma, we’re praying for you.

    Saras last blog post..What I learned today.

  26. Another Day on June 4th, 2008 7:18 pm
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    :heart: My sister in Christ, let me first tell you how I love you. I have never spoken to you but the love in my heart for you is just bursting. Our God has you nestled in his hand along with your family and for that I am so grateful.

    I am praying for your family daily and sometimes more. Blessings to you.

    Kandi

    Another Days last blog post..An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away….

  27. millicent on June 4th, 2008 7:19 pm
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    she looks so beautiful sitting there with her daddy!!!!! hooray for answered prayers!!!!

  28. Mrs. I. on June 4th, 2008 8:16 pm
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    Heather, these pictures did my heart good!! Believing for wonderful news on Emma Grace’s birthday!

  29. Cathy on June 4th, 2008 9:39 pm
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    Praise God from whom all blessing flow, Heather! I am so glad she is up and feeling better. That is wonderful. Still praying for you all ~
    An early Happy Birthday greeting to the sweet little girl ~

    Cathys last blog post..More Thoughts

  30. thefarmerfiles on June 4th, 2008 9:48 pm
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    ENJOY and have a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! So good to see her sitting up!

    Blessings! :biggrin:
    thefarmerfiless last blog post..Respect Award

  31. Jen @ One Moms World on June 4th, 2008 10:38 pm
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    Oh how awesome. What a wonderful answer to prayers!! We will still be praying that all will be well and she will get to be home really soon for her birthday. Big (((HUGS))) to you all.

    Jen @ One Moms Worlds last blog post..Taking a Holistic Approach on my Health

  32. Susan on June 4th, 2008 11:20 pm
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    Doing the happy dance over here!!!!
    :lol:
    Praise God for answered prayers.

    I’ll keep pressing in?

    Oh, thanks for the pictures, they did my heart good too!

    Susans last blog post..The Kindness of God

  33. Krissi from Krississippi on June 4th, 2008 11:28 pm
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    Oh my goodness! I found your website on accident and just sent you an email, only to have my own question (if your daughter received her heart though LifeLink and ACH in Tampa/St. Pete) answered on the blog.

    Please let me help in any way. I live in Seminole, just minutes from ACH and am also a LifeLink transplantee (one year on June 11th!)

    Our kids are of similar ages, as well! My son will be 8 in July.

    If there is ANYTHING at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me… I am RIGHT HERE. *HUGS*

    Krissi from Krississippis last blog post..Doh Moment

  34. Emily on June 4th, 2008 11:46 pm
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    I just read your previous posts about Emma. I immediately thought of the blessing of Aaron in Numbers 6. “The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord turn His face to you and give you peace.” It sounds like you need it right now.

  35. Dee Dee on June 5th, 2008 12:27 am
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    She is so beautiful.
    Happy birthday, Emma!
    (How are the other children holding up?)

    Dee Dees last blog post..Birthday Memories, Fresh-Picked and Bursting with Goodness

  36. Liza's Eyeview on June 5th, 2008 12:46 am
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    Yehey - Emma is up!
    Praying re your CMV
    Heather, your faith is a blessing and an inspiration - thank you.

    Liza’s Eyeviews last blog post..A Welcome Like Heaven

  37. Barb on June 5th, 2008 12:53 am
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    Wonderful news about Emma! So glad she’s feeling better. Will keep praying for her complete recovery. And, Happy Birthday to her!! :heart: :heart:

  38. Episcopollyanna on June 5th, 2008 12:55 am
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    Aw, that picture of her with her dad is so cute. How wonderful to see her up and to hear the good news about her test results. Will keep praying and praising God for continued blessings. Praying for you for strength as well.

    Episcopollyannas last blog post..Confession may be good for the soul but…

  39. Lorie on June 5th, 2008 4:52 am
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    Aloha Emma.. Prayers and ((((gentle hugz)))) from the Islands.. Happy Birthday dear sweet girl, Waiting for a praise report… Heather continued prayers for you as well my sistah, keep the faith, and may the strength of the Lord continue to carry you and your family through,

    Aloha Ke Akua.. Gos be with you Hugz Lorie

    Lories last blog post..His eye Is On The Sparrow

  40. Carolynn from Western Australia on June 5th, 2008 7:29 am
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    Emma Birthday wishes all the way from Western Australia. I really hope you get to go home today. Keep your chin up and keep smiling.

    Take Care
    Lots of Love Carolynn :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub: :wub:

  41. Seth on June 5th, 2008 9:25 am
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    Hi Heather,

    I’ve been working with your husband since my wife and I moved to Florida. I haven’t met you or your family yet, but I feel as though Kristi and I are already getting to know you as my friendship with your husband has developed and as Kristi and I have been praying for your family over the last several months.

    Our hearts and prayers are with you (and especially little Emma) right now. Please know that you have a brother and sister in Christ that are hurting, hoping, and praying with you.

    Love,
    Seth and Kristi

    Psalm 91

  42. Shalee on June 5th, 2008 10:06 am
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    That’s the best gift God could give to all of you right now!

    Shalees last blog post..What The Girl Says

  43. Linda on June 5th, 2008 11:24 am
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    Every small step shows BIG faith in God…He is ever present help in times of need, and Emma has needed Him and HE has been there for her, you and all your family. Continued prayer for Emma!

    Lindas last blog post..Wordless Wednesday

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