Hi. Caden is having a good day so far. Doctors are still trying to tweek some medications for his high blood pressure, and he is still struggling with his "Glenn Headaches" but otherwise he is starting to act more like himself. He had an EKG and Echo today so they gave him some sedating medication so he is really groggy now. I'm looking forward to him waking up soon so I can see those little smiles and hear those cries (as weird as that sounds). We continue to thank God for the healing he has done thus far and continues to do on a daily basis.
Love-
Melissa
Love-
Melissa
I know the last few days have been a test, but Caden is a special fella. We are sending huge prayers from St Charles and one day you all will be H.
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Brian
God bless. I hope he wakes up soon so you can see his big eyes and hear his little noises. Stay strong and positive. Prayers coming from Plainfield. Love Ya.
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We echo your sentiments - his progress seems pretty incredible. Tell our newest Great-Nephew to keep up the good work - we are very proud of him. Thank you for the continued updates. We check on Caden every day - several times a day. We have people ask about Caden often and it is so nice to share the most recent updates. We love all of you and your family remains in our prayers.
ReplyDeletePlease tell Caden the best birthday gift for Grandma Sue is to keep getting stronger everyday.
Love, Ward and Cheryl
I hope that at this moment you are looking into his big wide eyes!! Glad to hear his days are getting better and he is getting stronger. The big man above knows how special of a boy he is! Have a good rest of your night with Caden and give yourselg a big hug from ME!!! love, meg
ReplyDeleteKeep it up, Caden! We are all so proud of how hard you fight through each struggle. Just think, when you are a teenager, dealing with girl trouble will be a piece of cake compared to what you have gone through in just the first 2 months of your life!
ReplyDeleteLots of love to you and Mom and Dad--keep going with all of the happy thoughts! If it ever feels like any of you three are alone, please know that you are NEVER far from our hearts!
By the way, the Cubbies are playing right now and THEY could use a little of YOUR fighting spirit! COME ON CUBS!!!!
Caden,
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work. You have had such a stugle but you are a little fighter. Keep it up little man. Your parents are the best and they love you so much. You have so many people waiting to meet you. Much love to you and your mom and dad.
Love,Dawn
Good morning Caden-
ReplyDeleteToday is Wednesday June 3rd and I am glad to hear that you are slowly starting to act a bit more like yourself. Please continue to maintain your level of strength and I am sure that those doctors will figure out a way to get you “H”. You are such a little warrior and you continue to amaze me more & more with every day that passes! I look forward to the day to finally meet you in person.
On the rink:
The Pittsburgh Penguins lacked scoring and confidence while losing the first two games of the Stanley Cup finals in Detroit. But that wasn’t the case last night;
The Penguins were not willing to give up and admit defeat and it showed in yesterday’s game.
With some calming words from their coach and being back on their home ice, it created an atmosphere that might have just saved the Penguin’s season.
Now, Game 4, which could have been an elimination game for Pittsburgh, will have a totally different meaning. Either the defending champion Red Wings can take a stranglehold 3-1 advantage or the Penguins can make the finals a best-of-three series after losing the first two in Detroit.
Have a wonderful day Caden
Beautiful picture of the Smith Family!!!!!
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We are so glad that Caden is starting to get back to himself. He has the best smile ever- Can't wait to see him.
ReplyDeleteWe continue to pray for his recovery and strength.
We love you all
Love,
Keith, Kristen Carson and Chase
GREAT NEWS!!
ReplyDeleteWe love reading these great updates as much as you like typing them!! Zach (he's 6 & just finishing up kindergarten)& between you & me, Caden...Zach said "Mom, will Caden have a scar on his chest?"(I said "probably, buddy. Why?") Zach quickly said, with excitement & a big smile on his face... "well, you know that 'chics DIG scars'. He's pretty lucky".
Ever scab he gets, he was always asking me if it is going to be a scar (I thought he was worried) but now i know the REAL reason for him asking!! "Go get 'em tiger!!"
Love to all!
Meredith, Jason, Zach & Jake Mickelson
PS: I LOVE the family picture!! Thanks again for your udpates!
Oooh, I didn't know you would get to hold him already! Yay, so happy to see!!!
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Tracee
We LOVE the family picture! It's so great to see that you can hold him. We want you to know we are thinking of you always and that we end each day reading your blog as a family.
ReplyDeleteThe boys have many questions about Caden-we hope to be able to see you and meet him very soon!
Love to you all-
The Ritters
Glad to read that your baby boy is starting to do better with his recovery! He looks so precious and sounds like he's a tough little guy! I love the picture you posted of you, your husband and Caden looking up at you! My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you guys! Hope to hear more good new soon!
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Traci
I love the picture of you 3. It looks like you really have something to smile about. I'm so glad Caden is getting back to his old self.
ReplyDeletePlease give him a hug for me.
Love, Aunt Ginny
May God and all of his Angels continue to protect Caden. But, most of all, that God continues to give you and Melissa the strength and love for one another to get through each day for Caden. He is such a very lucky boy to have such loving, adoring, caring parents! He is so handsome!! Prayers and love.
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Hi Melissa and David ~
ReplyDeleteI haven't talked to you in so long but please know I have been reading your posts and thinking and praying for Caden every day since before he was born. I admire your strength through all this and hope the little guy will be able to get H as soon as possible. I love the picture with his little blue hat on, what a cutie!!! My boys have been very interested in what's going on, it's nice to put a name with face so they know who we're praying for. With our continued thougths and prayers...
The Hay family