Friday, July 17, 2009

life is good!

Primary Children's Medical Center

I am overwhelmed with gratitude for Primary Children's Medical Center, and all the Dr's. Luke was extremely sick over the past week, and had to go to PCMC from Sunday to Wednesday. During this time his spark had left, he laid lifeless in our arms, and didn't even flinch when given 3 different IV's, a CAT scan, etc... It was such a horrible experience to watch my sweet son endure such sickness that he could barely move or cry. 
Today his spark is back! His eyes are fully open and brilliant, and his incredible smile is once again being flashed across his face. He is being silly and teasing us. My heart is literally jumping for joy! I have offered many many many prayers of thanks. Yes, it was very traumatic for our family, and the price tag will be huge...but as crazy as it sounds I'm not worried about it. Some how in some way everything will work out over time, and now we have our amazing son back to his usual happy self. Priceless. 
Life is good, really really good. I've realized through this experience that it is incredibly important to acknowledge the good in our lives. It is so easy to get caught up in the stresses of life, but in reality so much of it doesn't matter. My perspective on many things has been improved, and I am thankful for that. Thank you to everyone who has prayed for us, and served us in any way. We feel of your love and prayers. We have been blessed beyond measure. 


19 happy thoughts:

Jason and Andrea Wilcock said...

Katie,
I'm so grateful he is okay and I'm so sorry I had no idea you were experiencing this. PLEASE if you ever need a place for Bryn to go, don't EVER hesitate to call. I can drop anything in a second. I know what it is like to have a baby in the hospital and have to worry about your other children. It is hard. We are grateful Luke is okay and feeling better.

Anonymous said...

I am so happy for you guys. YAY Luke!!!!!

hi! my name is Lora. said...

prayers of thanks on your behalf, being sent upward. it's so easy to forget that normal is really wonderful. and your peace that everything will work out on the financial front, is there because it will! have a great weekend!!

Chris said...

I agree PCMC is truly the BEST! The doctors, and every aspect of that hospital is amazing. I am sorry you had to go through this experience. Been there and done it too many times, BUT you are right. You leave the experience with a profound thankfulness and understanding that you would not have had, had you not experienced this scary experience, Glad Luke is fine and that you are home, safe and sound. Love you!

Andrea said...

I'm so glad that Luke is feeling better. Having a child in the hospital is one of the worst things ever. We've done it with both girls and both times they were very sick. I'm so greatful for awesome hospitals and for healthly kids!!! A mini breakdown may be coming soon just to worn you....I always did about a week after the girls got out of the hospital and things calmed down....or maybe it was just because I'm a crazy person!!!!

Emily said...

Wow - what an ordeal!!!

SO glad that little Luke is feeling better - it's so terrifying when a kid is sick.

Brittani said...

Did they find out what was wrong? Poor guy- poor family. I am glad things are going so much better now.

Kristin said...

So glad that everything is okay! I know that your kids can get the Very best care at Primary children's. It is such a blessing to have it so close. Glad you are all home and that your little Luke is feeling better. It is truly a blessing to have a healthy child and receive some perspective at the same time. Will pray for Luke to be 100% soon!

JT said...

Katie,
So glad everything's alright. Our family has sent many prayers your way. Can't wait to see that smile back in nursery soon!

JT

Cathy said...

SO glad Luke is back!! We love yous.

Heidi said...

Wow! I'm glad to hear Luke is doing better...that's scary stuff.

Katie said...

I'm so glad Luke is doing better. We have been thinking of you!

*~Sarah~* said...

Katie I had no idea! If you need anything let us know...Im so glad he's home and okay

angied said...

i am so glad that he is ok now. how scary! its kind of humbling to be put into check every once in a while. we all have so much to be gratful for.

Amylee said...

It is so nice that money DOESN'T MATTER in all reality, isn't it? It was so good to see Luke the other day and hear him talk. I was so worried! Can't wait to play tomorrow.

swensen squeeze said...

I am glad he is doing better...what was it that he had? Sorry you had to go through such an ordeal!!

Jill said...

Wow, I'm glad he's back to his happy self. That's a parents nightmare!

Blake and Jenn said...

It is good to hear your little boy is back to being himself. Sorry you had to go through that, but glad it's over! I hope everything is going much better now!

Allen Family said...

Again, we decided we're not going out of town anymore. Anytime something big happens to you guys, we are gone. I'm so glad all is well now and I'm looking forward to seeing you Friday.

Love ya!