Ava Update and Photos for March 8th
Hey guys,
As requested, here are some more pictures of our little one. All of these were taken by Jodie, Melissa’s brother. Just this evening we heard back regarding the dye test they ran on Ava’s digestive system. They said the dye they placed in her went exactly where it was supposed to go and it appears she doesn’t have any sort of partial blockage at all. It’s a bit more encouraging news for us and little A.
Basically, they are now operating on the assumption that what is located in her abdomen is in fact a cyst completely independent of all her other organs and her intestinal tract. They will be operating tomorrow starting at noon and if everything goes as expected they should be able to take care of everything laparoscopically (a minimally invasive surgery that involves accomplishing most of the work through a small incision in her belly button). Barring further complications we may even be bringing our little Ava home by Thursday or Friday! And we are definitely ready. We’re ready to have Ava home safe and sound. We’re ready to have all of the wires and sensors taken off her. And we’re ready to bring her into a peaceful environment.
They will begin operating right at noon and we will be having a more detailed meeting with the surgeon to discuss further details tomorrow morning. Ava won’t be able to eat anything for 4 hours prior to the surgery and I know it won’t be the easy on her. She will also be put under general anesthesia during the surgery. I ask that you continue to pray for her whenever she comes to your mind. Please pray especially tomorrow around noon.
Hope you guys are all doing well. Thank you again for all the love and support for our little baby. We’ll have some amazing stories to share with her when she gets older! Whenever we know the results of the surgery I will post again.
God Bless,
Mark
Dear Mark, Missy & Little Ava,
Thanks for the update tonight. We’ll certainly continue praying – especially as Ava is in surgery tomorrow at noon. The pictures of Ava are so sweet. She’s quite a little honey…and Uncle Jodie is quite a photographer!
Blessings! Marv & Mary
It was so good to hear from you!! I am glad God is answering prayers daily! We will be praying for you tomorrow especially at noon!!! Blessings, Becky
I love the pics i can’t wait to actually hold her!!
Awesome pics, Jodie. Will be praying today. Thanks for the message last night Missy. I was in bed already. Mark and I are getting much more sleep than you these days!
Trusting for a good report and many more pictures to come.
Mark and Missy,
It has been so awesome to watch God provide for you and Ava. He has answered so many prayers. I am excited for you to bring Ava home. I will be praying today.
Love,
Jacque
Mel she is so precious and BEAUTIFUL! Perfect in every little way! I am anxiously awaiting the news of how the surgery went! Keep us posted!!
Beautiful pictures of a beautiful girl! Ava is so precious. I know you’re enjoying every minute with her.
Praying for more good news to follow. Thank you God, for your healing touch!