Our brave girl.

Curious George and Gianna reporting to the O.R.

Because she has had an adverse reaction in the past, we decided NOT to give her amnesia meds before they took her from us. The prayers of so many were felt, and she did not cry when they took her from me. She went peacefully to sleep.... Thank you Lord!


There never was a sweeter sight than this precious girl. The Anesthesiologist said she was breathing on her own, moving all her limbs, and calling for me in the operating room. He said her responses were much more than they expected from her, and he was pleased. 
So far, we have her pain under control. She is in and out of consciousness but she has popped a few bubbles Daddy blew for her, and even tried to blow bubbles herself.

THANK YOU from the depth of our hearts for all the love, prayers and concern for our sweet girl!

Comments

  1. casey and sherriMarch 19, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    She is a brave little girl and curious George looks no worse for wear I might add!. Prayers will continue morning noon and night!. Thank to the little man who experiments and finds us good drugs!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 7:05 PM

    We continue to keep all of you in our prayers. Call or text me anytime day or night if there is anything specific we can pray about. We love you!

    Ang and Dan

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  3. Andy and AmyMarch 19, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    It's great to see her out of surgery and doing well. Now on with the healing! May God continue to bless you with strength and her with healing.

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  4. JulieMarch 19, 2009 at 8:14 PM

    Cristy - I am a friend of your sister, Angela's. I live about an hour from Philly and am here if you need anything at all! Coffee, a break, someone to play with Aria for a little while, whatever. Just call me! I have 3 small children and my heart goes out to you.

    I was so happy to hear that Gianna's surgery went well! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

    Julie

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  5. TaraMarch 19, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    Thanks for those pictures, Cristy. Such a sweet site to see that precious girl out of surgery. I pray you and Greg and Aria get some sleep tonight.

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  6. La Dolce VitaMarch 19, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    What a brave girl and momma. Hang in there. Many prayers are being lifted with you.

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  7. KimMarch 19, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    Such a beautiful, sweet girl. So happy that things went so well. George looks like he is liking the pain meds, too! Hugs and Kisses to everyone.

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  8. KimMarch 19, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    I have added all of you to the prayer chain at church today. So glad to see that things have gone well. We are still actively praying for a quick recovery.
    M

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  9. laurieMarch 19, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    Praying that she has a peaceful night and that you also have a peaceful night. So glad to see that she came out of surgery well. May God continue to bring healing to her body.

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  10. AudreyMarch 19, 2009 at 11:40 PM

    I am glad to hear that things went well. God is good!! We'll continue praying through this time.

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  11. Jrry ClaxtonMarch 20, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    Praise The Lord, for He is good and His mercy is everlasting. "Jesus loves the little children, all the children of the world.........." We are praying for her recovery (and for rest for hemom and dad). We love you.

    Mom and Dad (still in Georgia)

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