As exciting as it was to find out, we were hit with some pretty upsetting and scary news last Wednesday when I went in for a follow up ultrasound. We were told that the baby had some “pretty serious heart issues” and were asked to return for a echocardiogram the following week to meet with a specialist. The six days in between appointments felt like an eternity, to say the least, waiting and wondering and fearing the worst. We saw the specialist yesterday and while we realize it may still be a long road ahead, we are feeling a lot more hopeful and positive about what’s to come. He couldn’t give us any definitive answers, but told us that he thinks the baby may have tricuspid valve dysplasia and a possible mild case of Ebstein’s anomaly. He has referred us to a pediatric cardiologist in Phoenix for further testing and hopefully more definite answers, as far as where and how delivery will take place and treatment options for our little guy. The good news is he says that the baby is growing and developing normally in all other areas, but just thinks that we are dealing with a heart defect at this point.
After the emotional week we had, we decided that we didn’t want any more surprises and definitely wanted to know the sex of the baby so we can pray specifically for this little person. I have to say I had a feeling all along it was a boy, but nevertheless, it’s always a huge thrill and surprise to find out for sure! We bought 2 blue balloons last night and placed them in big gift bags for the kids to open and reveal whether they were having a brother or sister. The kids really got a kick out of it. Grayson seems super excited, especially since he realized the boys will now outnumber the girls in the household…. and of course he counts Chase & Skyler too!
This week has definitely been a wake up call for us and a test of our faith. It’s so easy to take life for granted and think that we are always in control. Last Wednesday, I literally felt like the floor was pulled from underneath me. Now that we’ve had a chance to digest things, it sure has put things into perspective for us, brought us closer and made us that much more grateful for what we do have.
We’ve had a couple of trips since the last time I posted, so of course, I have a lot of pictures to share.
We went to Alpine for a weekend camping trip with our church and the Goodwin family.
As the Goodwin’s like to say… A little dirt can’t hurt!
The gang… Rebecca, Carter, Grayson & Colbie
4th of July was another hit in Laguna this year! The entire group made it again from the Hannons, Hollenbauchs, Andersons & of course, Morris fam!
Watch out Ryan & Kim… Paparazzi!
Grayson and Colbie had a blast playing with Miss Camdyn this year!
After a long night, Colbie passed out on the chair before we could put her to bed!
Park time! Also, second summer in a row we were talked into taking a few tadpoles home :/ Made a little aquarium for them and so far, we are down to one of four survivors! In two weeks, the little critter has grown front and back legs and his tail is starting to shorten. Almost time for the little guy to hop on out of here!!!
Thanks for all the love, support and prayers out there.
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