From Michelle:
Thank you for praying for Abby on Friday. The spinal tap results weren't what we had hoped for. We are left with a lot of questions and few answers.
The doctor removed some of the excess cerebral spinal fluid by poking several holes in her spine so it would drain out... fun,huh. Abby is feeling a little better with the pressure reduced but it typically returns in about 3 days.
Honestly, Abby is handling this much better than I am. I am sad that she is going through all of this again. It is so hard for me to watch her hurt, and not be able to fix it.
I want the kids to have a wonderful Christmas, but I am struggling. The sadness has claimed alot of my energy and it hard to do things I normally love to do for the kids. We covet your prayers and encouragement.
I will write more about the appointment on Friday in the next post.
From Brent:
Maria and I were playing dominoes and SpideyLandis came into the kitchen. "Hey, Daddy-O", his new name for me (he's three). "Is Santa going to come to our house?"
"Well that depends" I replied. "He only comes to houses where the kids are being really really good. Are you going to be a good boy?"
Landis tilted his head and pondered that for a few seconds before confidently assuring us: "Next Tuesday. I'm going to be good next Tuesday."
That stinkin' kid just keeps us laughing. I have no idea where he comes up with this stuff. I'm just glad he has a sense of humor. You don't fit in our house with an active funny bone.
Some Pics...
A blog friend asked a question about protecting your photos online. I answered that question here.
Our friends, the Meeks family.... aka The Baby Factory.
I never miss a chance to swipe one of their babies. Cookie cutter cute...
Taylor Meeks discusses current global political developments
with Abby who counters with her own interpretation of the
deterioration of the social fabric that is a cross-cultural and
trans-national issue facing all four year old adoptees
from Guatemala wearing red plaid Christmas dresses.
Abby adoring the latest Meeks addition...
Me too...
Abby and SpideyLandis singing at church today.
Hmmm... can you spot the two Guatemalan kids??? It's a tough one...
Halina... adopted a few months ago from Ethiopia by
our dear friends, the Lentz's. Every time we see her we pray
our adoption fund will continue to grow quickly.
She is a DOLL... sweetest thing you'd ever squeeze.
Beautiful Sami is hoping for a new baby from
Ethiopia soon too...
... as are these two little goofballs.
13 comments:
Oh what beautiful photos - I loved seeing your two beautiful Guatlings singing!!!! I love Abby holding her purse!! Too precious!!!
That baby girl is YUMMY!!! I continue to pray over your adoption fund - believing for all of your needs to bring the next Riggs home!
Hugs and blessings!
Jill
How beautiful all these people are in the photos!!! You take wonderful shots & thanks for sharing :-)
I've a stinking suspicion Landis would keep me in tears from laughing so hard! :D
Michelle *hugs* Don't know if you like the tub (some don't) but sounds like a Hot Relaxing Candlelight ALONE TIME Bath could be soothing... It's so important to 'keep a full cup' to keep on going strong & sometimes we forget ourselves when caring for others 24/7. :-)
Praying for the best Christmas!
Love,
~Joni
praying that you can enjoy this Christmas season. i can not imagine what your family is feeling. i will be looking for the update
Praying for all of you.
I'll be praying for you, especially, Michelle. For peace and comfort and endurance.
Brent/Michelle- Can you talk a little about how you incorporate Santa into Christmas? I'll be having a baby soon and while it's going to be a few years before I have to answer questions, I was just wondering what your approach was. I like the 'myth and magic' of Santa and really think it's harmless when paired with the truth of Christmas, but I have several friends that are anti-Santa. I'd be interested to find out your approach!
-Anna
Michelle,
I'm so sorry to hear about Abby and the difficult place she is in right now...and you and Brent's difficult decisions to make. I'm praying for her comfort over the Christmas season. That you would be able to enjoy your traditions with Abby and all your children and that you would feel encouraged and comforted.
And tell Brent I loved the picture of the children in church singing. We have as many blond heads in Connecticut and it's easy to pick out my two beautiful dark Asian heads as well.
May God give you peace this Christmas.
Nora
Still praying for your little girl. I hope you guys get a break from the doctors and hospitals long enough to enjoy your Christmas.
Hi Y'all! It does my heart good to see adoptions. My exhusband and I tried to adopt many years ago, but back then it was a lot harder. "military?" Strike one. Not a stable home life. And several other silly reasons they came up with... not to mention a 10 year waiting list, or so they said. Just as well though, that marriage lasted only 7 years. Well, gotta go. Stop by my blog if you get a chance. Look forward to hearing from you. Hope Abbey does ok. My prayers are with you. Can I place y'all on my prayer line? PJ's Prayer Line, that's my blog.
Love and Prayers,
PJ
We are praying for sweet Abby and your family. God is so much bigger than this (I have to remind myself of this as well). He is a God of healing and of miracles. We will pray for this for your family this Christmas...complete healing and peace for your family. We've shared Abby's need with a prayer team (over 200) and in our Christmas Newsletter/blog. Praying, praying, and more praying....
Know that our prayers continue to be with you all!! lovedd your photos and Brent could your eyes be any more blue???? LOL!! The contrast when you are photographed with Abby is so beautiful for both of you!
WHAT A scrumptious baby girl! I don't have baby girl envy at all, but oh ! over that one...I "could"
Trusting God with you for the days ahead and for a wonderful Christmas season as free from pain and "stuff' as could possibly be.
Love,
Linda and crew
I'm praying Brent and Michelle! The pictures are beautiful : )
it is so inspiring to see such big, lovely smiles on abby's face in between all of her pain. what amazing children you all have... they surely are beautiful. maybe landis will be a comedian one day. (the world could use a few "clean" ones, anyway.)
I haven't checked the blog in a while but I'm so encouraged to see Abby looking so healthy. Her smile is delightful and you guys are always in our thoughts/prayers.
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