Sunday, March 23, 2008

Day 10

What a great day Maddie's had. More meds pulled and the goal of the ventilator tomorrow...She's on a roll. Opened her eyes for a bit while Bryan and I talked to her. That was a first. Our Easter was very low-key, church this morning at the hospital, one of the best services I've been to, the meaning of Easter resonated in us all in that chapel: hope, renewal, and new life. Just what we've been praying for. There is some comfort when surrounded by others who share in the worry and pain of having a sick child. We're so grateful for our little girl and her spirit to get better. She is truly a remarkable baby. We've been blessed beyond words.

14 comments:

Anonymous said...

Katie~
So glad to hear Maddie had a good day and that she is more alert. Prayer is powerful and we'll be praying that she can come off the ventilator tomorrow. Hope you had a good time with the boys and your family this great day when we remember why we celebrate Easter.

Lots of Love,
Krista

Brenda said...

Happy Easter! We're still thinking of you. I was out of town for the weekend and found myself in blog withdrawls. I hated not knowing how your Maddie was doing! Sounds like she's bouncing back! We'll keep her in our prayers!

Louise said...

Fantastic news. So glad you had a peaceful uplifting day. Its a great start to a brand new week. Thanks for the update. Love, Louise

Unknown said...

Bryan, Kaite, Jace, Caden, & Maddie,

We continue to pray for you all. We love you all so much! We look forward to more messages like todays. Thanks for the Easter Surprise of the great news of Maddie doing so well. Take Care!
We love you all so much!

Ryan & Jessica

Anonymous said...

Katie,
Couldn't get thru your blog without tears, how wonderful of you to keep us updated on Maddie's progress and the HOPE that you and Bryan have for her.......
God is SO good and we are so glad that you know and trust him with your darling little girl.....she is beautiful....our prayers remain forever and ever......tom and phyllis

Anonymous said...

Happy Easter! So happy to hear about Maddie's good day. What a perfect day to have such positive signs...just what Easter is all about, too!

Lots of Love,
Kelly Rotter & Family

Anonymous said...

Katie and Bryan,
Good to hear Maddie is doing well! Im so glad the boys could be with you too.
Continued Prayers for all of you!
Skye and Penny

Anonymous said...

Good news. I bet it was nice seeing her more alert and with her eyes open. Thanks again for making this site avaialbe to all of us who really like to her about her progress and yet don't want to call and bother your family when you are so busy. Leslie

sheila ziegler said...

We're so happy that Maddie and family can feel all of our prayers! Her news just made my morning! What a wonderful Easter blessing for you all! Love, The Zieglers

Becky Noftle said...

Yipee -- Maddie's the best passing all her tests!! You go girl!

Courtney said...

I am so glad that little miss Maddie is doing so well! Thanks so much for updating all of us here at home, I know the whole town is dying to read about each new day for her! We continue to think about and pray for you and and your family! Love~ Courtney

Anonymous said...

Katie & all,
What wonderful news about Maddie! I know, as well as you do, that God does answer prayers. We'll keep 'em going for you and your family!

Love,
Melissa & all the Reeves'

Anonymous said...

Katie,

We are so happy for Maddie! We can't wait to see her in real life! She is so special. Easter wasn't the same without you guys here. Miss you guys!

Love,
Sybil, Jason and Jett

Anonymous said...

what great news!! she is a fighter and we are so glad to hear she is doing well and great to also hear of your special Easter service. God is so good he always gives the right words and comfort his timing is a blessing. thank you for all your sweet bolgs. hope you and brian can too get some rest and i hope your recovery is going well too. all our many prayers and thoughts jacquie and scott