One behind us…two to go!
September 18th, 2008
Hi everyone!
I’m sorry I didn’t get back on the blog to fill in the rest of the update on Jillian lastnight before I went to bed (which was the morning for you). By the time I got Jillian to sleep I was a little on the exhausted side. So was Carole.
But this morning (Thursday morning for us) she is doing really well. She did get a fever this morning, about 99.1, but we brought it down with Motrin. I am told that a fever after a spinal is common, though not will all patients, so I am not worried really. They can get a fever up to 2 days post spinal, so it’s something we will keep a close eye on.
But she’s handling this soooooo well! She’s such a little trooper! When she woke up after sleeping from the spinal, she was in a good mood (once I told her I would make some bread with jelly for her). She was very impatient for something to eat, to say the least. Since she had to lay flat on the bed without raising her head, including no pillow, I just fed her with her head turned to the side. After getting some food in her tummy she was in a very good mood. She tried to lift her head a few times and I held it down, then I talked to her and explained that if she lifted her head she would get a headache, so she understood and was a good girl about it after that. We had about two and a half hours left to keep her down. At 9:30 she was able to sit up and play. She went to bed at around 11:30 and slept until 7:30 this morning. (Whew! I was worried about that!) So we all got a good night’s sleep. I don’t know if I told you that the night before the spinal she was awake at midnight and stayed awake until after 4 a.m. (she’s done that a few times actually-but wasn’t supposed to do it the night before the spinal, for crying out loud!) and we had to wake her up at 7 a.m. The child wouldn’t take a nap today. (Aaaaaarrrrgghh!) I’m so hoping that stem cells helps her with her sleep issues. please???!!!!
Today marks three weeks that Jillian and I have been in China! Time has gone fast, really. Less than 2 weeks left! Her next, second, spinal injection is Monday (Sunday night for you), and the third and last is next Friday. Then we go home on the following Monday, which is September 29th. I can’t wait.
Again, EVERY SINGLE ONE of your comments/posts to us on the blog is invaluable. Every single one of them, from friends and family to the ones from complete strangers. Thank you SO MUCH for writing to us. Personally, it’s the highlight of my day to read a new comment. I look forward to it more than you know.
Gotta go……Jillian is practically begging to play with the computer. She’s got her hands all over the mouse. Maybe I can get Sesame Street on here and it won’t be in Chinese!
All our love!!!!
Tami, Jillie, and Carole
Love you
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1. Jenn | September 18th, 2008 at 8:01 pm
Hello Ladies
I knew that Jillie Willie wass going to handle this great, she has strong loving people that are with her and that she looks up to. Coming from these two families there is nothing but streanght and love. and ALOT of PRAYERS. How can she go wrong. Keep up the great work, and Jillie Willie remember to think about your special gift.
We Love You
2. Michelle Hirt | September 18th, 2008 at 10:25 pm
Just wanted to let all three of you know we are thinking of you and sending lots of love and prayers your way!!
Love,
Hirt Family
3. "Skip" | September 18th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Hi Tami
So happy to hear that Jullie is doing so good this morning. She really is a little trooper with a lot of grit. It would be hard for an adult to go through what she is. Must be all the prayers for her that are helping.
Aient God Great!!!!!
Love and lots of prayers from here.
“SkiP”
4. Keith | September 18th, 2008 at 11:53 pm
Two of my favorite people in the world…. I love you guys so very much and Jillie is my new hero. She is stronger than any man I know, and I am smart enough to know where she got it, her fantastic parents, you guys rock. I absolutely cannot wait to see you again, and hopefully in 08. I want to hug all of you and tell you how much I love and respect you in person.
Stay strong, stay sweet, God’s speed, and much love.
KJ
5. daddy | September 19th, 2008 at 1:35 am
Hey baby. I am so very proud of both of you. You are doing a great job over there and I can’t wait to see you bth again. Please make sure Carol know how much I appreciate her being there to support you. I think your cousin Kieth said it best. Jillie is my new hero. I love you both.
6. Jim and Jamie | September 19th, 2008 at 1:58 am
Hey girls
Ditto on Kieths thoughts! One tough little trooper I can’t believe she is taking this all in stride.
Love ya both.
Dad
7. Philip, Liz, and Eleanor Habecker | September 19th, 2008 at 3:15 am
Hi Tami and Jillian!!
We check your blog often and think of you alot as you’re still in China! WE’ve been back for about a half a week now and it’s been wonderful. When you finally get home, you’ll be so relieved! Eleanor has been doing well and is adjusting to Indiana time nicely. Hopefully you’ll all do the same when you get to head back in a couple of weeks.
Thinking of you!
Philip, Liz, and Eleanor
8. grammakuna | September 19th, 2008 at 6:38 am
NeeHow. WOW! I am amazed at how the stem cells are multiplying, 80 million. And that is only the second injection.
Positive changes will be seen soon I’m sure. Tami, where did
you come up with Little Bit as a name for Jillie? Did you know
that PopPop named his jeep in the army Little Bit, after me???
Do you think he and Jampa are watching over her?? So she’s
getting prayers from heaven and earth. She’s about as special as any little girl can get. (You called her this in one of
your previous blogs) I wanted to ask you who the lady was
in Stuart. Maybe I’ve met her in my travels. I love you guys.
XOXOXO GrammaK
9. Lori and Billy | September 19th, 2008 at 7:20 am
Hi Tami,
I’m so glad to hear Jillie is doing so well,and being such a brave little girl. She is a true girl, give her food and she’ll be happy! I CAN relate!!! I gave my friends at work Jillie’s blog site,They loved it I’m always talking about Jillie and now everyone gets to see her cuteness on the pictures. I’ll be waiting for more spectacular news from The Moores in China. Love You, Give Jillie a kiss for me, and another one,and another one, and one more!
God Bless and all my prayers
Lori, Billy, Rebecca and Vincent
10. Jessica Joy | September 19th, 2008 at 2:04 pm
Praise God Jillie is doing so wonderful! I knew she would; she is such a trooper! I have been telling everybody about the miracle of Jillian:) I love you both soooooooooo much and hope I can see you again soon. I will keep praying:)
Love always,
Jessica Joy
11. Jenn | September 19th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
Good Evevning to you all
I was thinking of you and thought that i would let you know. I hope that you get out to see some more of China. I read some of the other blogs from other families that have been there and there stories let me feel more about what you are going thru. You Ladies are absolutly outstanding, I am so proud of all of you. Keep up the great work. we will continue to pray.
Love you
12. Wanda | September 19th, 2008 at 10:01 pm
Tami and Jillian,
I am so proud of both of you. You both have been through so much, but you know, God is going to bless you. You both are stronger than I would be. I have enjoyed reading the blog site, and keeping up with you from day to day. I still have both of you in my prayers.
Love you,
Wanda
13. Gwendolyn | September 19th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
hey Girls!
I teared right up when I read Grammakuna’s comment about PopPop and Jampa. I can FEEL their love for Jillian and for you. ABSOLUTELY they are watching over you girls from the other side. Hugs and kisses to them! and to you!
love,
Gwen
14. Gwendolyn | September 19th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
P.S.
“No harm shall befall you my friend, for a Divine Presence attends your way and guards you into the All Good.
Loving kindness awaits you at every turn of Life’s road. Guidance is yours along the pathway of experience,
And an Infallible Power protects you.
God, Himself, and no other is your Keeper.
I proclaim this for you.”
15. Uncle Charlie/Aunt Vickey/S.C. | September 20th, 2008 at 8:49 pm
Tammi & Jillian:
We are praying for you!
16. luanne russell | September 22nd, 2008 at 5:41 am
Keeping up with your progress. Have both of you in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there.
Fondly,Luanne
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