Yesterday was very trying, both physically and emotionally. We spent the majority of our day at St. Luke's Hospital. Wade and I had our blood drawn for genetic testing, and the fetal tissue was sent to a lab for evaluation. According to Dr. Pineda, the D & C procedure was performed without complication. However, the evening was filled with countless tears and debilitatingly painful after-effects of the procedure.
Last night, I was physically exhausted, ultra emotional and suffering from so much cramping and pain that I couldn't function. After a 600mg dose of ibuprofen and 1000mg of acetaminophen, I asked Wade to call the on-call MD for something more potent. At 11:00 pm, just when the pain was unbearable, Wade returned from Walgreens with Tylenol plus Codeine. Although it helped with the pain, something in the medicine prevented me from sleeping. So here I am at 2:30pm-- awake and writing--thanks my long-lost friend, Diet Wild Cherry Pepsi. I guess you could say that caffeine is my consolation prize for having to endure this trial...that, and no more bruised and battered behind from progesterone shots.
On a positive note, we have been so encouraged by our family and friends during that past couple of days. So many of you have called, emailed, prayed, sent cards and commented on the blog. From the bottom of my heart, thank you! Special thanks to Bill and Mary (Wade's parents) for treating us to McAlister's after we found out about our miscarriage. A huge thank you to our life-saving friend and neighbor, Stacy, for taking time away from work to care for Liliana while we were at the hospital. Our appreciation to our oh-so-thoughtful friend, Kelly, for providing a delicious meal for us last night. For those of you I'm forgetting, there will certainly be more thanks to come.
It is so beautiful to feel lifted up by the ones we love in our greatest time of need. Thank you! Our prayer today is that you may know how grateful we are for your continued outpouring of love.
In God's unfailing grace, Ramona
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RELAX..........It WILL happen!
Love you all,
Aunt Jules
Ramona, Wade and Liliana,
I am so sorry to hear of this loss.
Today I saw this verse and have been thinking of you as a bruised reed. Perhaps this promise might bring a small measure of comfort to you. "A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out." Is 42:3
We continue to pray for strength and courage as you face this enormous disappointment.
Love,
Shannon, Joel, Jonah, Isaac, and Zeke
Can I bring you a meal or dessert sometime? You name the day and I will double our dinner makings.
You know. . . we have even baby-sat before. . .
Love you and praying for you - Rebecca and Brandon
Since I'm in Indiana, there isn't much I can physically do to help your family, but please know that I am continually praying for all of you and you are always on my mind.
Ramona - The more I get to know you, the more I realize what a strong woman you are. Your never dying faith and belief are very inspirational. You're truly amazing at how you can take such a traumatic event and still stay so positive. That is NOT easy to do and I know you're able to do that with the help of your faith. I know you already know, but God has much more in store for you and I know that you will be blessed again with a miracle. Good people are rewarded eventually. God will decide when. So keep that faith. If you ever need me to hang out again with Lilliana, just call me. She was such a doll and it's obvious you and Wade have done an excellent job in raising her. She'd say Tank you...so sweet! You, Wade and Lilliana will stay in our prayers and thoughts. Please call me if you need ANYTHING! Love, Stacy
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