November 19th

Noah did well off of CPAP overnight last night. He is weaning off well and I hope that he will be able to remain off soon. One more little step toward home...

His feedings continue to be well tolerated. He attempted to breastfeed again today, but it seems he was having a little trouble staying awake. Perhaps he'll be able to keep awake for that tomorrow. They are working on trying to get his oral coordination going well.

There aren't a whole lot of other things to update on regarding Noah tonight. The less there is to update the better.

Missy continues to improve. She is moving better every day. She is still tired and isn't moving at normal speed, but she's getting there.

I didn't get by the hospital to see Noah tonight. I have had a bit of the sniffles and haven't been exactly exuding energy. I am hopeful that I will feel better tomorrow. Everyone else seems to be improving and I'm going in the wrong direction.

We are thinking about attending the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day parade on Thursday morning. We feel like it will be an exciting event and will be a good time to be with Anna. With such a large focus on the little man, I don't want Anna to feel left out. Plus, I'll get to see the parade too!

We were able to spend some time with our friends Paul & Nancy Browne tonight. Paul and I had a good discussion about some things discussed in our small group Friday night. It was good to get his perspective on these things. The Browne's have served as God's arms in welcoming us here. They have become like family. We love them so much and they are always willing to share Godly wisdom with us. When my training is done here we're either going to have to stay here or pack them up and take them with us. Thanks Paul & Nancy for everything...

Thanks for checking on Noah and Missy today.

Please pray for the following:
Noah's neonatologists and nurses
God's continued working in the lives of our friends and family
Opportunities to be salt and light to others
Noah, and his big sister Anna, that they would come to know the Lord at a young age
Our working with Anna during this difficult transition time for her
My friend Luke as he finally returns from Iraq after 15 months to Germany to be with his wonderful bride Ivy

Please thank God for (at least) the following:
His love, grace, and faithfulness as exhibited in our lives
God's strengthening of our family
His working in the lives of all those who have played such an important part in Noah's life already: those who have and continue to pray for him

"But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed."
Isaiah 53:5