4 Weeks Old

Lily is 4 weeks old now. She is up to about 2 lbs. 4 oz. and the doctor put her back on high flow for breathing. She also had an eye test this week. They look to make sure her optic nerves are coming together correctly. In preemies, the nerves are often just not developed yet. This is the case with Lily. Currently she has no problems; her eyes are just under-developed --- and it's just something they watch to make sure her eyes develop correctly. They'll test her again in two weeks.

Unfortunately, I haven't been able to see her since Monday (I have an awful cold). It's a bummer -- I really miss being able to hold her. Daniel has been faithfully going in and holding her everyday. Auntie Lydia (Daniel's sister) arrived late last night to help take care of Jude for a week - we are so happy to see her and have her help!

We continue to receive phone calls, emails, and delicious meals from so many family and friends. Thank you so much to each and every one of you. Thanks also to those of you who live out of town or state and have stopped in or called to support us - we love you! Thank you for your prayers - we appreciate them and continue to covet them for Lily.