Jun 23, 2009

Loving on Eydie

Tonight we went to visit Eydie. She is so adorable. Pictures don't do this girl justice. Kate and Brandon have had a great set up in the Family Room in the Nursery area at Hendrick.  Even though Eydie is still on IV antibiotics they've been able to keep her in this room with them and the nurses come in and check on her every hour or so. Tomorrow they'll have to share it with another family, so Eydie will be in the NICU again most of the day. But I think it was nice for a few days to have some quiet family time. Tonight we got to spend a little time with her and since it is a private room Ava got to come in and see her for just a minute. (Kate asked for special permission because Ava has been desperately wanting to meet her cousin.)

Proud cousin!
Ava has been carrying around this doll all week wrapped in a pink blanket like Eydie's. You can see the resemblance with all that dark hair. Since she hadn't gotten to meet her cousin yet, I think it made her feel better to take care of her "Eydie" doll. She even slept with her. 
Here's one last picture of Eydie sleeping. She has an IV taped to her hand which is why it looks strange. We can't wait to welcome her home on Thursday!  Thank you again for all of your prayers for healing. God has been so faithful and we give him all the glory for her quick recovery. Kate said that one of the nurses who was with Eydie right after she was born came in today for the first time since last Thursday and couldn't believe how well she is doing! What an answer to prayer. . .

5 comments:

JENNY said...

She is so precious. I'm so glad you and Ava got to hold her. I can't wait to meet sweet Eydie!!

Lauren said...

You look SO good with Eydie, Summer! Ava looks like she's in heaven. You'll be such an adorable aunt. I just know! Praying for the Stovers today.

jackie said...

Love all the pictures. I know you are so proud and it will be so fun to get to see her in person!

Kate said...

I love that Ava has been taking care of her Eydie doll! Such a sweet cousin. Soon she'll be able to see her whenever she wants!

Monica said...

Summer Ava is too cute with Eydie!! I am so glad she was a strong baby and pulled through. My heart was with you guys during that time. Isn't being an Aunt to your sister's children the best!!!