he smiles.

I just wanted to post something for those of you who are so awesome and continue to follow and pray daily. (thank you!) Happy 4th of July!

We don't have much to report, David is eating and sleeping and doing the things a newborn does. Maybe I will just tell you a little about what he is like... some people have this idea that maybe he can't do much of anything (doctors at least). BUT he totally can do a lot! He moves all four limbs, he does have some weakness on his left side (both arm and leg) but the naked eye would not be able to tell. He is very interactive, when he is awake, looks straight at you, and sometimes SMILES! Yes, that's right, milestone #1 down - he actually smiled on Father's Day! It was very special and so super sweet. He has tummy time and lifts his head and tries hard to roll over but has not succeeded yet. He holds his head up when you hold him but is still floppy.

I am still trying to get used to being a mom of two. Much harder than I expected... and I definitely get frustrated at times. But I'm praying for patience and love for both of my amazing children and asking that fear would be removed. I do still fear for David, his eating by mouth, the monitor going off, his shunt, his development. But I know God is working on my heart and helping me to trust Him with David and release control (that I do not even have anyway but think I do)... His monitor has only alarmed once in 2 weeks. That's pretty amazing considering it was alarming almost daily in the past.

We are heading to Phoenix again this week for a check with the eye doctor. WE pray we will only see him one or two more times... that his eyes would be developed with little or no disease.

Joel's parents are in town this weekend and we have had a great time playing and visiting. Anna is doing well and loves to be in the pool, which is great because we are stuck at the house a lot and not able to go out too much.

Thank you for your support and prayers! We are always praying for healing, continued growth, and patience.