David here reporting that today has been a much better day for Caden Marshall. Much, much better! Yesterday was a day Melissa and I would love to, but won’t likely ever forget. I am glad yesterday is behind us and we will look forward being positive and hopeful. Today has been positive thus far and we hope to continue its momentum.
Caden has been comfortable today disturbed only by the removal of tubes and headaches that we were warned about. Today they removed two chest drains, his CVP line and his arterial line. Removing these tubes and lines are good indicators of his little body healing however it hurts him quite a bit during the removal as you could imagine. He is such a strong boy. Caden started eating orally like a champ today as well. He started by rocking out 120cc’s followed up by an 80cc session. This last feed he only too 45 but we are very happy he is off to a good start. Coming off of yesterday Melissa and I are very very pleased and quite relieved he bounced back so well.
Melissa and I appreciated your encouraging comments, phone calls, and such yesterday and today. Yesterday was a difficult one to say the least. Without our faith and your support I don’t know how well we would be doing.
David and Melissa
Caden has been comfortable today disturbed only by the removal of tubes and headaches that we were warned about. Today they removed two chest drains, his CVP line and his arterial line. Removing these tubes and lines are good indicators of his little body healing however it hurts him quite a bit during the removal as you could imagine. He is such a strong boy. Caden started eating orally like a champ today as well. He started by rocking out 120cc’s followed up by an 80cc session. This last feed he only too 45 but we are very happy he is off to a good start. Coming off of yesterday Melissa and I are very very pleased and quite relieved he bounced back so well.
Melissa and I appreciated your encouraging comments, phone calls, and such yesterday and today. Yesterday was a difficult one to say the least. Without our faith and your support I don’t know how well we would be doing.
David and Melissa
Praise God for a good day today! I will continue to pray for healing in his little body.
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Lori
Please know we are with you in spirit and all 3 of you are continually in our thoughts and prayers. We are sending kisses and hugs from the Ritter house.
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Steph
Saying prayers all the way in London! Can't wait to come visit when I get back!
ReplyDeletelots of love, Jilly
Thank you SO MUCH for keeping us updated! I have been anxiously awaiting a good report for today. He looks awesome considering what he's been through. Keep up the good work, Caden!
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Tracee
So glad to read such a positive report today! I've been checking the blog often today hoping to read some good news. Instead, I read GREAT news!! I am so relieved to read such a great report! Thank you for taking time to keep us all up to date, especially when things were as frightening as they were for you guys yesterday. I'm sure it wasn't easy for you to write. I must say, I felt very guilty today, enjoying the nice weather and the day, knowing that you guys are dealing with such a tough situation. Positive thoughts going your way as they do every single day!!
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Christine
xoxo
Praise be to GOD. What wonderful news to hear of how he is improving. He obviously is VERY VERY hungry. He has been and always will be a strong little boy "fighter". Again I can't say thanks enough for keeping us posted threw such a difficult time, by you letting us know I pray to god that he will take some of the pain from your heart and give it to us. You two are remarkable individuals, I admirer your smiles in all the photos and your positive thinking. I pray for baby steps forward, strength, health and GOD hands to hold your threw this next stage. Prayer coming from Plainfield every minutes, hour and day that goes by. Love Ya.
ReplyDeleteP.S. Love that little face in the new photos, just want to give it a big kiss. Do that for me OK.
Rick Nancy Girls Patches
Tears of joy today flow in Iowa. So happy to hear that today was a huge improvement! It is wonderful when prayers are answered so quickly.
ReplyDeleteSpeaking for the "Caden-heads" out there in the world, we are SO PROUD of you, Caden! Keep it up, Little Guy!
How good to hear a positive comment!
ReplyDeleteSorry you (Melissa) couldn't be at Lynn's shower, we really enjoyed seeing everyone.
Our prayers continue....
Love,
Aunt Mary Lou
We proudly displayed our Caden shirts today and prayed for good news-this was great news-we continue to pray for comfort and strength for all of you.
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I'm so happy today is a much better day. I have been checking your site non-stop for updates. More prayers that the good news and positive rebound continues.
ReplyDeletewhat a miracle that boy is....I am so happy to have read a good report for today. He is quite something and he knows how much love there is for him. He looks very peaceful and content and I will pray that it continues. Thank you for the update- stay stron and try and get some rest!! love, meg
ReplyDeleteThank God for answered prayers for Caden.
ReplyDeleteI was so glad to hear about Caden's improvement after yesterday and will continue to pray for him and you each and every day.
Love, Aunt Ginny
We are so glad that Caden had a much better day today! We will be thinking of you three in Cabo. And although the distance between us in increasing, we continue to send our love and support. And of course, we will keep praying.
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The Rices
What a great praise report. So glad to hear Caden had a good day. We are keeping you in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteKristi
Glad to read the good news. We prayed for you Sunday morning at church, and will keep on praying. He's such a strong little guy. Just keep the faith!
ReplyDeleteShelli
I so wish that I could be there with you to comfort you through the hard times and celebrate with you on the good days.
ReplyDeleteKnow that we are there, heart and soul and can't wait to be there in person.
We love you all
Love,
Keith, Kristen, Carson and Chase
Hi! My name is Marcia, I am friends with Jill Turner (I was her roomate at EIU, Brittney Ridge #28- after you guys!) I got an email from Jill about you and your son. And checked this recently. And then I swear I heard you guys mentioned during the Cubs game the other day! Am I right? I am so glad to hear that Caden is doing much better today! He is sooooo cute! Seriously! Sooo cute! I have friends who have a daughter going through the same thing- only she is over a year old now, and is doing great! Prayers for you all! Take care and God Bless!
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As I read the update today, tears stream down my face. I know first-hand the valleys and rollercoaster you are speaking of! You don't know me, but know of my family in Southern Illinois. I have had the privilege of teaching with Grandma Rita at Washington. As our family has valleyed through a storm in our lives, we have stood firm in our faith in God. You too, have stood firm in your testimony and faith to God. Our family has held firm to a specific song, even now in the aftermath of the storm- Praise You In This Storm by Casting Crowns.
ReplyDeleteGod holds Caden in His hands and is with you each and every step. I know at times, He may feel distant- but HE IS NOT! God is right there with you and listening to your prayers and prayers of many others.
I pray that you will experience a peace that passeth ALL understanding! Phillippians 4:7
Leah Browning
David and Melissa. You don't know me, but i go to church with your mom, Melissa. I keep up on the posts and pray for you all three. So sorry you went thru the terrible day yesterday. I truly believe God doesn't allow us to go thru more than we can withstand and I also truly believe HE has a mission for your family as you deal with and after you complete this ordeal you are going thru. Hang on to HIM; HE is there thru it all. That is another great song to cling to "Through it All". Praying for you all.
ReplyDeleteHi guys,
ReplyDeleteThis is so great to get a good report on Caden. We have been praying like crazy over here and God is so good to all of us! Thank heavens Caden had a better day (that means Mom and Dad had a better day also! hee hee) Caden is certainly living up to his name. What an amazing little guy he is! So glad for the good news and that Caden is doing well.
love,
Susie and family
Melissa -
ReplyDeleteI am a frequent tearful reader of your blog. I've never posted a comment before because I can't seem to find the words. What you must be going through... I can't even imagine. Prayer and faith... I know those are the constants in this situation. Your husband seems like an amazing man. How lucky you are to have each other and this amazing little boy in your life. I will keep reading, crying, and praying
LeeAnn Taylor (North)
Dave and Melissa,
ReplyDeleteI have cryed many times reading Caden's blog. Some sad but a lot of happy tears too. I was so glad to read that Caden was doing better. Jen and Josh were at to Cubs game and I just had to text them that he was doing better. We are all thinking of you and saying and sending many prayer you way. Keep doing what you are doing and all will be well. You are so strong and many are hear for you.
Love, Dawn
Melissa and Dave,
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear today is a better day!! I cried when I read yesterday's post. We think and pray for Caden and you both every day. Thank you for keeping us all updated. I truly admire you both.
Love,
Chuck, Renee, Stephanie and Amy