D Day

Job 8:7 - "Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase."

78 days ago, not by "chance" or "luck", but because of GOD, Trey entered the world alive. Immediate prayer covered this small 1 lb. 14 oz. child. We may have been fearful the first few days checking his blog, but there was a calming peace knowing that the Lord was in control not matter the outcome. Within a few days of his birth, Trey had prayer warriors from around the world, MANY of whom he will never know or meet. Through the days & weeks to follow, there were many highs and lows. We all came together to pray for NO CMV, and a few days later we heard the great news of NO CMV. We watched Trey's WBCs & platelets go up & down and finally stay UP. There was the huge scare of Trey's lungs not responding to the vent, and his blood gases doubling the normal amount. We had the PICC line placement & pneumonia. I know those from "here" remember the Wednesday night in February that our Assistant Pastor preached, due to the fact our Pastor & wife (Naomi's parents) were called to the hospital, because Trey was not doing well at all - his heart rate & O2 had dropped significantly. Trey fought hard, & the Lord chose once again to allow Trey to live. The vent came out, and we all got a better look at his precious little face. James & Naomi was FINALLY able to hold their son! And after a few good days, came the news that Trey was having difficulty keeping his O2 levels up. Over the next few days, it seemed to get better, until finally they did have to put him on a C-Pap. This helped him rest, and in the days to follow, he was off of it and doing well. In the next days/weeks, we all watched with a full heart & (most of us a few tears) - as Trey grew, was able to take bottles, wore all his football gear, had his first family photo, get rid of his vapotherm, & reach the FOUR POUND mark & move up into a crib!

We followed this miracle for 78 days, watching God's handiwork & timing. Praying that God would receive the glory & that His name would be furthered.

And now, without further delay, the BIG announcement!

Trey has an estimated DISCHARGE day of Tuesday, April 21st!

yes - you read that correctly, Trey may be in his own home in 6 days! There are many things to still take place in the days at the hospital. James & Naomi were surprised at the possible discharge date & of course are feeling very overwhelmed with the responsibilty that comes with taking care of a preemie. PLEASE be in special prayer for them, as they have a busy week preparing for Trey to be home, & for the Lord to calm them & give them the strength & wisdom to care for Trey when he does indeed come HOME!

"To God be the Glory"