WOW! Where to start...it's been an interesting month to say the least. A couple weeks ago, Jay developed pneumonia. He'd gone in through the ER, but they wouldn't keep him because of all the germs in the hospital! Then this past Thursday, he went to see Dr. Trotter (hepatologist) who immediately admitted him due to the fluid build up in his belly and legs again!

They were able to drain a liter of fluid from his belly and kept him five and a half days while they tried to get his sodium back up (he's been trying to keep it down - apparently did a pretty good job since they worked to get it back UP into "normal" ranges) and to get some of the fluid off again.

He is at a 22 on his MELD score which is the highest he's ever been, so naturally we're doing the happy dance (kinda glad no one can see that but Jay and I!). We look at this as a "we could get the call any day now" kind of celebration. I know it's wrong to pray for someone's death, but I believe in God who has a purpose for everyone and someone's purpose is to give Jay life - this I believe with all my heart.

The insanity continues, but we're getting used to it (which sort of bothers me!). I don't want to be used to it - I want it to be over! I told Jay last night that if he wanted to make this my birthday AND Christmas gift this year, I'd happily take it. Of course I told him the same thing last year and he didn't come through on it, so...

I also want to take this opportunity to ask for prayers on behalf of some friends who have an 8-year-old that's about to have brain surgery. Little Ashley suffers from dystonia and if you could see his videos, you can see why they are hoping for a wonderful outcome from his surgery. It is currently scheduled for the 21st, and I've added them to our prayer list.

Thanks for all the love and support and prayers...we are blessed.