On September 5th, 2007 Grandma Cindy wrote:
Gavin had his PDA heart surgery this morning. It was a huge PDA according to the cardiologist and required the largest clip to close it. It is a permanent titanium clip that will stay with him but not cause "beeping" at the airport. He did well during the surgery without any brady cardia. As of this afternoon he was given a blood transfusion as his numbers were getting low. The doctors has cautioned us that the next 2 to 3 days could be challenging for Gavin as his body recovers from the surgery . . .
. . . We feel that Gavin has a great purpose here. His short life has greatly affected many people. We are so grateful for all that we have learned and are continuing to learn from him and because of him. Our hope and prayers are that he is comfortable and free of pain and that he always knows that he is surrounded by people who love him. Thank you for all your support, prayers and love. Please continue to pray for this little family.
Love, Grandma Cindy
I can't believe it has been a year since Gavin's heart surgery - and surprisingly it was the easiest of all the surgeries Gavin endured! Life has changed so much in the matter of 13 months. However, the last paragraph of Grandma Cindy's email could be repeated time and time again. I still pray for Gavin - that he is happy, free of pain and knows how much he is loved.
2 comments:
I started following your blog a few months ago. I did go back and read a ton, but seeing that letter is heartbreaking to me. I can only imagine what it is like for you all to watch him go through so much pain with everything. I don't think I realized how much pain he was going through. What a strong boy!
I believe that Gavin does know he is LOVED by all his family and friends. And I am sure he looks down on you all the time and is probably talking to his brother on a daily basis before he comes down to earth.
Happy belated birthday!!! My mom had a great time at your party. It is really nice of your family to always invite her to things. She loves you all.
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