Nicholas has been coughing a lot for the past 2 days and it's that really tight cough without producing phlem --yeah, that one. Tonight as I was rocking him, I noticed he was breathing really rapidly. That combined with the lack of sleeping caused a bit of alarm. The maid (they are so awesome!!!!) agreed and immediately called the doctor from FANA. She arrived withing 15 minutes (gotta love house calls) -Nicholas lit up when he saw her. Anyway, she diagnosed him as in respiratory distress, prescribed an albuterol type inhaler and a steroid --sound familiar Alex and Nate???? I am so glad we are so familiar with this type of illness --THANK YOU, GOD!!!!!! The meds arrived half an hour later -again, a house call. Chris and I are in for a long night of inhalers. The good news is that after 1 dose he already sounds more loose.
The bad news? The doctor forbid us to bring Nick to our Bienestar appointment tomorrow AM, so that had to be cancelled. The air here in Bogota is TERRIBLE!!!! so respiratory issues are common. And the unseasonable humidity/rain showers (the rainy season officially ended in May) has only trapped all of the pollution form the cars and such. It hasn't been said --even when we specifically asked at presentation, but Nicholas' Preemie lungs are just not strong enough for this type of air. All the more reason to come home quickly...
Prayer requests:
- That Nicholas will respond quickly to the meds
- That our Bienestar appointment can be rescheduled for later this week. Chris leaves next Tuesday and Monday is a Colombian Holiday (government is shut down). If it can't be re-scheduled for this week, we need to change Chris' flight.
- Continued patience for Chris and I
- Unfortunately, this is an unplanned expense, so that God would provide all we need while we are here.
What I love is that we have FULL assurance that God is in control. He knew that Nicholas was going to get sick. Better yet, He gave Nicholas parents that understand this type of illness and can handle it even in a foreign country :). I don't know what this means for our court date and return home. I just know that my mighty God has all of us in his hands. We are going to go with the flow hoping everything will go fast, but understanding it may not.
Good news: Thank you for your prayers everyone. In spite of being sick, Nicholas had a wonderful day. He really came out of his shell today. Our housemates' children brought out a balloon and that changed everything. He was smiling and laughing, chasing them around... It was wonderful!!!! What a difference a day of prayer makes. I'll post pictures tomorrow :).
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Hey Nikkie,
I just got home from the Tupperware meeting, we talked about you a lot. Just wanted to let you know that I kept Robin on her toes for you. I pretended to steal her Jr. THatsa Bowl which of course prompted an eye roll. I thought I would check your blog before bed to see if you had updated, because I know you are a night person I figured you would be posting about now.
Wow God must have something happening here, wouldn't it be great to know what it is now. I must admit I will read the end of the book first because I can't handle the suspense, then I can relax through the rest of the book. Since that is not going to happen here, I will be praying extra for you guys for patience and understanding also for little Nicholas to start feeling better.
Just want to let you know you guys are missed,
HI! It's me the "Blog Stocker".
I thought I would look one more time before shutting the lights off. I love having your kids because I get to talk with you. Did this all happen since we talked? I will keep you strongly in my prayers.
remember "God will make a way when there seems to be know way". You already know that so hang on to the promise even when your exhausted.
The boys went on a bike ride to night and ate some popcorn (Nathan wanted to make sure I had extra butter on it-hmm- I wonder who's kid he is?) and went to bed about 10:30. I will leave it up to Abbie and Rick to set a bed time for them so they are ready for Dad to come home.
Good night.
Chris, Nikki, and Nicholas:
I have been attempting to practice the whole"pray without ceasing" thing. I find that if I do not choose to pray I worry. This is a difficult thing for me to do because I am prone to worrying. Today, while practicing this new thing(for me. I found myself thinking of you all often and, of course, praying for you. I can see why the Lord led me to think of you today. It sounds like prayer was definately what you needed. I asked the other sis to check out your blog site too. I see she has found you. See you can't hide(not even in Columbia).
I will continue to practice the whole pray without ceasing thing and I have a pretty good idea that you will all be in my prayers almost constantly. Remember, no matter how many obstacles Satan throw at you in this process, this is what you know God wants you to do. This is what you and all of us who know (and love) you have been praying for for so long.
Hopefully you heard Douglas' have completed one more step in the process and have received the certified docs. Just waiting for visa's now. The anticipation is driving me crazy. I can't imagine what they are feeling. Another thing to remind me to pray without ceasing.
Do you think I could give Laura some competition? What if I want to be the "Blog Stalker"? I'll try and see if I can keep up with her.
Love you guys(And you too Laura)!
I have a feeling you have a few blog stockers-- I'll joing the ranks as well ;)
I'm sorry he's sick and today had to get cancelled-- it's very hard to have to DEPEND on courts and government to "finalize your family".... I know we were just stuck in MN-- but it was still frustrating to see the border and know that we had NO right to cross it until a judge said we could-- and he didn't want to be the good guy.... so we waited; I don't know why, even still. But a year and a half down the road-- it doesn't matter to me.... we're home and have our little girl with us!!
4 days left of work-- scary huh?!
Can't wait to see more pictures and hear about the newly scheduled appointment.
I found myself thinking of you again this morning. This is nearly a miracle since it is only 7:17 and the coffee is not yet completed it's brewing. For me to have a coherent thought before 8:00 is a pretty big thing with no caffine.
I hope that you got a little sleep last night. I know that this is probably unlikely with Nicholas not feeling well but I prayed for this for you and I trust that either the Lord provided rest or he at least is helping you to feel rested. I've noticed that even though you have said Nicholas is not sleeping much he always looks bright eyed. Aren't kids amazing?
We are still praying that you will be able to have your appointment rescheduled quickly. The Lord leaves nothing to chance. He has a reason for everything. Here is my verse for you 3 John 2. I love verses in Third John because the references look so funny because there is only 1 chapter. Boy, now I really am wide awake.
I remember a verse that we memorized a few years back that says "I know the plans I have for you saith the Lord, Plans to prospper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" that's all I remember. I can not remember the reference or even find it in ye old king james version but I always remember that part of the verse. I think this verse applies to you in two ways. 1. The Lord is going to do everything he can to help you succeed in this because this is what he wants you to do.
2. You have helped this come true for Nicholas. Think about the hope he can have now with christian parents to guide him and teach him the way. He now can be offered and have the opportunity to accept the gift of eternal life that he may not have gotten before therefore giving him a future.
I am excited about this and I hope you are too.
I have to bring Mykal to clarinet lessons and go to work now.
Behave yourselves and more pictures please?!
Love ya!
Hey Guys -
Anxious to hear how Nicholas is doing. Thank God for nebs when you need them! I don't usually understand God's timing, but I know (and I know you know) from experience that it is always for our best!
Hang in there. We miss you and can't wait to meet the newest Thayer boy. Love you guys.
Reading your day-to-day activities makes me laugh and cry all at the same time! The girls think he is ADORABLE and we love looking at the pictures (although they wonder why you aren't getting a girl - I guess they're clueless about boys!). We will pray for your family RIGHT NOW that you see God's mighty hand lead you in His direction. We'll pray for your boys that are here in the states missing you too.
The passage of scripture Jenne was talking about is Jeremiah 29:11. It is an awsome promise. Welcome Jenne and Susie to the blog stalkers club.
Chris, Nikkie and Nicholas I'm praying for you today!!
The boys have eaten and are down playing games. It is going to be a hot one today. Yesterday was also. They are still doing great!
Hey, you can add me to your stocker's list as well! Whenever I'm on the computer I just leave your blog sight up so I can check back every little bit to see if there's anything new! A new addiction!
You really shouldn't be surprised about the need for a neb. Nicholas should really feel like one of the family now! I'll bet the Doc was surprised at what experts you guys were! Seriously though, we will definately be praying that he will quickly be feeling better and that the government will move quickly so that you can get him home to at least somewhat better air. Take care. We love and miss ya!
It time for the lunchtime stalking session. I think blogging might become addicting even after you come back. I think I will just have to find a new family to stalk. I was thinking of this other verse today because you decided to walk by faith. 2 Corinthians 5:7. It reminded me of your journey to Nicholas. I hope you did not leave your sword at home or my blogs might drive you nuts. Thanks, Laura for the reference on one of my favorite verses. I hope you all scrambled for your bibles to help me out with that one. I have to go back to work now but I love you guys and am praying for you. While you are looking up the other verse you might as well look up Galations 5:6 and Acts 22:14. These are completely out of context but still great verses.
Chris and Nikkie!!
This is Godly timing. I was thinking about the two you to last night and even today (during my research class no less....columbia and nicholas are far more exciting than journal articles I can't understand)!! I was wondering how you were...if in deed you were in columbia (which you are) etc.
So thank you so much for the update.
I will do my best to remember to pray for you and the little guy.
Let's see what else could I say...life in Wisconsin is not bad. I am adjusting back to the "studiers" lifestyle...staying up late, getting up early (we have to be on campus at 5:20am 3x a week) etc.
Jason's wedding is on saturday and we are all VERY EXCITED for what will be a fabulous weekend. We will definitaly miss your family!!
May the Lord bless you and keep you!! He has brought you this far and will continue to provide in His will and timing..as you already now.
Much love and prayers,
Virginia
p.s. One of my new favorite verses for you. "Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; He rises to show you compassion. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all those WHO WAIT FOR HIM." Isaiah 30:18
Hi Guys,
I have had fun reading about your experiences in Columbia!! If only I could bomb over and visit you guys... Oh well, we still are far away even though we are on the same continent. Chico and I will continue to pray for you and that Nicholas will keep opening it up to you. It's one day at a time!! This obviously was God's will for you like, and He will be with you each and every step of the way. Love,
Chico, Shari, Matthew and Alexander
Hey guys..
I could not sleep last night.. my shoulder started to hurt about 330am and could not sleep til 500 am.. . Thought of you and prayed for you...Get up Melinda the Thayers need you to pray.. gives me goose bumps... Glad I could be there.
The kiddos and I went to dad's to day to play in the pool and we just got home at 330- I like many before me HAD to check and see how things were going... I think that we should start a Thayer Stalker support group... I need the talk therapy... and a big piece of Chocolate.. oops did I say that out loud???
The Lord tells us to " Go boldly before the throne of Grace" .... and we will..
Praying all will go quickly and that God will bless you above all you ask or think ;)
Love, Mel
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