EYE Love You

Cade had eye surgery this morning. 

(To see previous posts about his eye condition, click here)

Once again, he was such a trooper.

He woke up, had to take a shower, NOT do his hair (that's tough), and NOT eat or drink anything (even more tough... but a good lesson on future fasting) received a blessing from his dad, and left for Sacred Heart Children's Hospital.

He is a major Daddy's boy, and seeing as his dad has been gone a lot lately, he wanted to take him. (So, of course this Mama was at home trying to stay busy and keep from freaking out!) 

Here are some pics of Cade PRE SURGERY:

They let him bring his bedtime buddy, Koda. :)

Here he is all prepped and waiting for Doctor Nye. He got to color and play batman on DS. 

He said, "Dad, this is like on UP when the wife gets really old and dies."(Being in the hospital bed. ;))

And POST SURGERY

Waiting for him to wake up.

When Jonny sent me this one it made my heart want to burst out of my chest with love for this guy. He is SUCH a good boy. I am amazed by him, and his continual bravery.

Still waking up. Apple juice and fishy crackers. :)

Meanwhile, Jay boy was at home with me (and Tyce) and proceeded to help me make a sign, pick out movies and buy medicine for Cade. He could not wait for him to get home. It's so fun to see their love for each other. Come to find out, Cade had also colored a picture for Jay in the hospital. :) Warms my heart.

The surgery went perfectly. We are so grateful. We want to thank everyone who prayed for Cade and sent nice notes.

His eye will be very bloodshot and have blood tinged tears, etc. for 1-2 weeks. He will need Tylenol and eye drops for a couple of days. 8/10 kids are good to go permanently, but there is still a chance that we might have to do this again in the future. 

Now he is lying on the couch, eating fresh baked cookies and watching avengers. :)

Here's to a speedy recovery over TG break!