Good news! MUSC finally got back with us and they are willing to do surgery on Matthew! It's still going to be super complicated with many risks, but at least there is something they can do. The surgery that's been discussed involves connecting the blood vessels of his lungs with his aorta by way of a shunt. He'll be flown to Charleston sometime early next week and surgery will be a few days after that. We'll find out more details on Friday, but for now that's all I know. Anyway, I'll be looking for a place to stay, so if you know of something, pass it on! I can always stay in the Ronald McDonald House, but I don't do well by myself at night and it would be nice to have someone else know when I'm coming and going.
Praise God for answered prayer!
Praise God, praying for Matthew, your family and the surgeons who will perform the surgery and everyone who attends to Matthews needs!!
ReplyDeleteThat's great news! I emailed a friend of mine with connections in Charleston...I'll let you know if she writes back.
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful1 Call Darlene Smalley. Both Jeremy and Rachel are in Charleston. Jeremy just finished med school and is starting his residency at MUSC.
ReplyDeletewhat an answer to prayer!!! so happy for you guys. we will keep praying for matthew's surgery and for you and cole in the coming weeks. thanks for keeping us up to date. love the pictures too!
ReplyDeleteJulia,
ReplyDeleteHI! I am Mike and Julies daughter and we would Love it for you to stay with us as long as you need. We are on Sullivans Island about 15 minutes from downtown and right across from the beach. We have 3 extra bedrooms if you have family members who need to visit as well. Our family has been praying for you from Charleston-as mike and mom have kept us updated! We know alot of the nurses and have heard alot about the doctors that will be working with Matthew! God is sovereign! Call Mike to get our contact info. We would love to have you! Tal & Valerie Askins
Julia, dear, this is Jann, Dana's sister, and I just now read the wonderful and important news. I'm so in love with Matthew, and I am deeply inspired by your blog, your faith, and your love for your son. As well as Cole, of course, and all the family and friends whose love and prayers are sustaining all of you in this time. My prayers shall continue. Sending all of you much love, Julia. Jann
ReplyDeleteHi Julia and Cole,
ReplyDeleteWow, we've just been reading your past blogs leading up to this one and our hearts are heavy for you. Your perspective is beautiful though, as you lean on God for every little step of the way. Praise God for answered prayer that a surgery is possible! We will be praying for little Matthew and your family through this next challenge.
With love,
Caleb and Kelly Gutierrez
Julia, You know you are welcome to stay at my house. I had already told your mom that. Aunt Carolyn
ReplyDeleteHi Julia,
ReplyDeleteMy name is Katie Marshall, I grew up with Cole. My parents still go the NCPC (Jim and Becky Wilder). I live on James Island (5ish miles away from MUSC) and you are welcome to stay with us. My little boy is 17 months and I can't even imagine what you are going through. I'm Cole's friend on facebook, you can message me from there.
~Katie
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