Everything Happens for a Reason

Sometimes things happen and we don't understand why, but looking at the big picture it all makes sense.  There was a reason that Owen had a cardiac arrest when he did.  We were at Stanford and that is where we are meant to be.  Owen has had a full 7 weeks to heal and get stronger.  He has had IV nutrition and that has helped him gain 7lbs at at least 2 inches.  He has reserves physically that he didn't have before.  He has had time to allow his lungs to heal from the Psuedomonas.  We have hematology on board now to help us figure out why his marrow isn't producing white and red blood cells efficiently. I am learning to trust the process and that all things happen in God's perfect timing.  

We had a pretty good Friday.  Lots of relaxing, he tolerated his gtube feeds and even ate a little more orally.  He seemed to have pretty good energy.  We made a Ghostbuster windsock craft and borrowed the original Ghostbusters from the hospital library.  Owen made friends with the team from Hematology and gave them a rundown on his medical history.  This boy is wicked smart.

Owen had plenty of therapy yesterday and did great.  It's funny how well he responds and works for one PT over another.  They will have the exact same activity and he will refuse to work for one over the other.  The boy knows what he likes and doesn't.  The therapist yesterday was a hit! 

It was three years ago at 11am, we had just arrived back to the RMH after a long morning at the hospital with clinic and PICC line dressing changes.  Dr Hollander called me and told us we had a heart offer.  I remember I was totally sick to my stomach and Owen was thrilled.  Here was his video that I just adore and will always cherish.  Tomorrow is his 3rd Anniversary of the day he was given his 2nd chance at life.
Kam was only 13 at the time and I remember she was so anxious.  She was here through it all and it molded her.. changed her.  Yesterday she passed and is officially a licensed driver!!!  I am so thrilled for her and she deserves it.  I am going to be a nervous wreck every time she gets behind the wheel but I know she will be cautious and responsible.  Stay safe on the roads.. my baby is driving!

We continue our wait....  It's all out of our hands.