I am not the Mom Trish is.
I apologize for not writing something sooner. The fact is that I have learned that Trish is a much better Mom than I am. I don't know how she does it. I really don't know how she gets the time to write those wonderful posts that she writes. I have held and rocked that Gherkin all day long. I only put her down a few times just long enough to go to the bathroom. I now know why when I talk to Trish at night I often find she has not eaten anything. You don't get a chance. All of the nurses are telling me they don't know how Trish does it either. I was walking around the room holding Ash and even though she is a Gherkin, she is not a tiny Gherkin anymore. She weighs almost 20 pounds now. I know she will be glad to see her Mom walk through those doors tonight. I have enjoyed my time with her. She is really great and full of personality. I know when she learns to talk she is going to be even more of a mess than she is now.
I am concerned for her tomorrow. She will have a busy day. They will do surgery on her to place the new central line and then she will begin Chemo. However, as concerned as I am I think she will do well. I believe and hope I am right, that the hard parts are behind her. Trish should be back in Omaha around 11:30. I think she had a pretty good weekend with Blake and Allie. I bet it was great for them to have her there. I am going to head back in the room and check on that little pickle now.
DAVE
posted by Ashley @ 9:29 PM
8 Comments:
You both do well. You are thriving in the specific roles God has given each of you. Trish as the advocate comforter, you as the caretaker provider, Blake and Allie as the joy bringers/cheerleaders and Ash makes the perfect little pickle! Glad you got some special time with Ashley. Have a good week.
I'm sure it has been wonderful for Ashley to have you there, and for Trish and the older kids to have time together. But I agree... just from what I see here, Trish is amazing. Just amazing. It is truly the Lord in her... He is the only explanation.
Dave,
You are a great Mr. Mom. I know you helped Ash come back a little bit and Trish needs to see that. Maybe she'll be a happier, more responsive pickle. I'm so glad you were able to give Trish a much needed break from the walls of the PICU. I'm so proud of all of you. You are truely an amazing family and I'm proud to get to be a part of such wonderful people. I wish every family could have what we have. I'm thrilled Trish had some time home to spend with the kids. I'm sure they needed it as much as she did. I pray you all get a great nights sleep and I love you all so very much. I'll continue to pray for Ash and for the doctors and nurses. I pray God will guide thier hands and provide them with the knowledge they need to continue to care for Ash and for all the up coming procedures.
I love you.
Toni
Thank you so much for the update, Dave. Praying for all of you today. God Bless!
Praying for Ashley this morning that her surgery goes well and the chemo starts with no complications.
We've had the same bug as your two older running through the house all week, but hopefully all will be well this week. If you need anything please call, I'm only a few minutes away.
Jill from Omaha
Our family will be praying for all of you today especially sweet Ashley. I love that you and Trish have had the opportunity to switch roles this weekend. I think it was great for everyone. I am sure Ashley enjoyed having a new audience and entertainer for a weekend. Trish is the God given perfect mother for Ashley. She has the heart and will that is needed to care for Ash. I am so amazed by her daily. But Trish could not fulfill her role for Ashley if it were not for you, Dave, stepping up and filling your role at home. You are an amazing family of faith.
MR. MOM YOU HAVE DONE AN EXCELLENT JOB SO STEP UP TO THE PLATE AND RECEIVE THE AWARD!!!! I THINK YOU HAVE DONE AN AWESOME JOB WITH ASHLEY. I BET IF, SHE COULD TALK SHE WOULD ALSO TELL YOU THAT HERSELF. TRISH IS VERY MULTI-TASKED WOMAN AND WOMAN OF GREAT STRENGTH. I KNOW SHE WAS GLAD TO GET TO SPEND THAT TIME WITH ALLISON AND BLAKE. I AM SURE SHE WAS HAPPY TO GET BACK TO ASHLEY ALSO AND OF COURSE SEE HER HUBBY. Y'ALL BOTH ARE OUTSTANDING PARENTS AND YOU HAVE INSPIRED SO MANY AROUND THE WORLD WITH YOUR STORIES OF FAITH AND PATIENCE. I PRAY EVERYTHING GOES WELL WITH THE SURGERY AND CHEMO TODAY. LOVE AND PRAYERS, CINDY ADAMS
Once when my mom had pneumonia, our dad had to take care of the three of us kids, and I remember telling him one night, "You are not a very good mom." Bless dads hearts everywhere!
Thanks for the update--I'll be praying for the pickle as she goes through the procedure this morning, and of course as she starts chemo.
Sending much love from Texas! :)
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