From Michelle:

Looking back at the pictures we have taken of Abby since her intracranial pressure started soaring has reminded me once again what an incredible girl Abby is. Adults with this problem complain about massive migraine headaches, constant ringing in their ears, eye pressure and memory loss.

While Abby has had many moments when the pain has made her emotions hard to control, she has continued to enjoy being with her friends and family. Seeing my shy, quiet girl handle being on stage with the Governor of Oklahoma helping light the State Christmas tree with a smile on her face makes me so proud of her. Even though she said her head hurt, she was excited to be there and be on stage "like Hannah Montana".


Abby, Sami and Mickey with the Governor.
I guess we still have Make A Wish Jet Lag.

She was exhausted when it was over, shedding tears as we were driving away. Abby wants so much to get to be a normal kid but accomplishing that takes considerable grit and determination. Abby runs, laughs and plays like a big kid but needs more naps than a newborn baby.

Thank you so much for continuing to pray for Abby and for the adults in her life. Researching how to help Abby has been wrenching. There are things that might help her, but doing them will mean major surgery and shaving her hair again. The surgeries are serious but have the potential to lower the pressure, save her sight and prevent more brain damage.

No decisions have been made yet. We are still searching and praying for guidance. Abby's doctor took off some of the extra fluid yesterday and we will know in a couple of days if the pressure comes back.

Please pray for wisdom for us and her doctors, that we will be able to get a second opinion and that we will be able to find a doctor that can follow up with Abby, who is closer to our home.

Please pray for Abby's comfort and for protection from permanent brain and eye damage.