Okay, I know, I haven't been updating those of you that follow the blog and not my facebook page. I sincerely apologize! I've had several requests to keep the blog updated, but I just find it so much easier to provide updates on facebook. It's not that I don't want to keep blogging - I do; but as Davis has gotten older, I find I do a lot of entertaining and not as much sitting. Hopefully, one of these days I'll make this more of a priority - until then, send me a friend request on facebook to keep up-to-date, or feel free to personally stay in touch by email at kari.reeves@ymail.com.
The reason I chose to post tonight is because Davis had a cardiology appointment today. Two months have passed since his last visit; therefore, I was anxious to get the expert opinion about the healing of his heart. Here is a summary for all of you that care so much and say lots of prayers for Davis (which I truly appreciate from the bottom of my heart!):
- Valves are still leaky but much, much better
- Heart is smaller and liver is to normal size
- We can begin to wean him from his last medicine (yea!)
- Expectation is things will get even better or at least stay the same
- Follow up in two months
- He has gained weight quickly (18 pounds 11 ounces!)
- The likelihood of complications at this point is low; however, because the valves aren't perfect, Davis may experience complications requiring medication or even surgery later in life. In the meantime, he should be able to run and play and do whatever his "heart" desires!
In other news, Davis had a marvelous Christmas; seeing him open presents was just so special for me and Matt. We are planning his first birthday party, which will be music-themed because of his love for music. Davis attends music classes once a week; he also has physical therapy and early intervention once a week, as well as feeding therapy once a month. He is making great strides and working hard. He recently started sitting unsupported and scooting backward - such a joy to witness!
We continue to remember how blessed we are to have such wonderful people supporting the well being of our family. Of course, the greatest blessing is our happy and healthy boy!
