Today Annie told me that her friend, Jan Hill, went to Memphis, Tennessee recently. While she was there, she took the time to write Braden Wayne Bunger 02/28/2005 (Braden's birthday) on the wall of Graceland. When Annie told me the story I said, "Yup, that sounds just like something Jan would do!" She's a sweetheart!
Braden is eating more and more formula every day. He does a bit of a yo-yo with his feedings. One day he'll be at 22 CCs of formula and the next he's entire off formula. Right now he is getting 18 CCs of formula every 4 hours. He does have a minor infection but it does not appear to be bothering him as much as the first one. He seems to have a better handle of this one. Also, he will be getting another brain scan on Wednesday to check on the blood clot in his brain. The last scan showed no movement and almost no growth. So we are praying that the blood is reabsorbing!
This weekend, as Annie and I were in the NICU, I took some time to really notice the nursery. Usually, I am so consumed by Braden that I rarely pay attention to anything else. We have always known that the medical staff at Baylor is highly skilled and knowledgeable. Also, we have always known that they are compassionate, warm and loving. But what some people don't realize is that they are also very funny and comforting. Occasionally we have time to chat about things that are not medically related. And they make us giggle and smile every time! They must know how nice it is to be able to chat with other adults and smile for a little bit. My father, better known as PoPo, has always shown us that laughter is the best medicine. I think he's right. The doctors and nurses at Baylor always take such excellent care of Braden, but they also take excellent care of us, too! I'm glad we don't take them for granted and we are truly grateful that Braden is at Baylor!
Thank you for checking on Braden. I promise to post the pictures on Tuesday. Have a great day!
4 comments:
Thank you Aunt Clara for keeping us informed daily about Braden. Patricia Jolly told me about Braden and I have been praying for him and his family daily. Your news is very important to all that have grown to care about Braden and your family even though you don't know us. May God continue to bless you all. P.S. Laughter is the best medicine...Steve Allen and his son, the doctor, hosted a workshop in Dallas not too many years ago with that very name. Sandra K. Dallas TX
Yes, I agree with the laughter statement. Although it may be difficult to generate the energy to laugh at a time like this, it sure can be therapeutic. We enjoy keeping up with Braden's story and can't wait for those new pictures! Haven't heard from Steve & Annie in a while, hope all is well. Look forward to your entries and meeting you in person one day. God Bless you all!!
James Family
Frisco, TX
Annie and Steve,
Braden is in our thoughts and prayers everyday!! Especially Stephanie. She is constantly asking about him and checking his progress on the blog. She says he is "precious". And, we all agree! Can't wait to meet him and for yall to get him home where he belongs!
Love ya,
David, Jan, Stephanie and J.D. Hill
Annie and Steve,
Braden is in our thoughts and prayers everyday!! Especially Stephanie's - she is constantly asking about him and checking his progress on the blog. She says he is "precious". And, we all agree! Can't wait to meet him and for yall to get him home where he belongs!
Love ya,
David, Jan, Stephanie and J.D. Hill
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