Aiden update.. Posted Pictures! Must end the Aiden thread. Aiden is doing excellent. THANK YOU COTH!!! (137) 1/23

[J_Turner]

I am so happy the COTH bulletin board exists. With all the crap that happens on the internet, this is a like a fairy tale. I am on the verge of tears. I can’t believe (I can, but am stunned) our little community could come through for you and little Aiden like this. I know we have that last hurdle to get over, but, man oh man, I am so so so so happy. I am jingling and praying my little heart out for you.

Wonder Woman – you are the best and the bravest. Just think. If this goes through, you will be part of a little special boy’s life forever. You may have to get him his first pony. Lisa may have to get you a pony! You are his fairy godmother.

PS – Lisa, thank you for the special Christmas card.

“And Max said, ‘NO!’”
– Maurice Sendak

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[agedbayhunter]

Okay, little fighter. Time to put on those baby boxing gloves and do battle with that virus. All of your aunties and uncles are in your corner, cheering you on!

Time to send up a little prayer, too. You’re being sent an awful lot of tests, but from what I’ve observed in your messages, you’re a strong bunch and will come through this too.

<<<HUGS>>> to all of you.

[goobs]

To be snuggling in his Dad’s arms is the greatest healing power of all times! What a warm and fuzzy picture! I know Lisa will have to pry him out of Joey’s arms to get her chance too! Ha ha! I agree with you Lisa on the donor family issue. Right now you just need to focus on your son, everything else will fall into place in due time. Personally, I can’t wait for Aiden’s First Birthday! He’s gonna get a slew of gifts from me!!! I would love to have a Baby Aiden COTH get together when the time is right! Any thoughts about this?

[CactusLil]

Still praying and jingling for Aiden, Lisa, Joey and all the doctors, nurses, therapists…

Here’s a thought that my sister sent. Unfortunately I don’t know who to attribute it to:

May today there be peace within you.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
“I believe that friends are quiet angels who lift
us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.”

[HuntJumpSC]

{{{Prayers}}}{{{Crossed Fingers}}}{{{Lots of Jingles}}} SUZ

[RolexH]

We have had a much easier day today. Every day is better. He was alert for a good half hour. Joey and I every two hours are waking him up and holding him. I think the movement will help circulation, and his lungs, (they are still a little wet sounding). Aiden normally conks right out, but today we got a nice little treat, he kept his eyes open and even rubbed the satin on his little Blankey. (yes Sara they blanket that your mom made for him!) I wanted to cry with joy. So he is coming back around.

The blessing of all blessings, he is showing no sign of rejection, and no sign of infection!! Keep on recovering Aiden and we are going on a trip to every show in the country LOL okay maybe not EVERY show. HAHAHA

J.Turner: Yes!! I got the card with the awesome pic of Seamus! I did!!! Thanks!! ALso MO’conner I got your beautiful pin and card too!! That is so awesome about sharing the anniversary date. Thanks!! Hac74 I want to thank you for sharing your story with us. I know miracles happen on December 21st, they happen EVERY day. I feel blessed to know that we are surounded by angels.

As far as cards are concerned, I think the hospital hordes them, cause they all came on the same day but had different sent dates. I was so excited. I felt so loved. I know AIden will never believe how many people were rooting for him. I know that later in life, if he ever feels funny or insecure I can show him the COTH and your cards. I can show him how many people thinks he is great, and how many love him.

I am feeling good about his recovery I know he will continue to improve and suprise us all. The Docs came in today and said he looks perfect liver-wise. We like that word. PERFECT!

XOXOX I ca’t wait to post more pics soon!

Lisa
Save a life, be an organ donor

[EricaR]

What fantastic news!!! I am so amazed with how much spunk Aiden has shown…and I don’t envy Lisa when he becomes a teenager! LOL

What if the Hokey Pokey IS what its all about?

[satin]

I am so happy that Aiden is doing well and that Joey is holding him! That is the best medicine, I’m sure.

I completely understand what you said about the donor family, Lisa. I am sure they are absorbed in thoughts of their child just as you are absorbed in thoughts of Aiden right now. You will know when it feels right to talk to them.

Give Aiden a big kiss from all of us!

[goobs]

I go to bed. I hope no news is GOOD news. LOVE YOU LOVE YOU LOVE YOU LOVE YOU LOVE YOU LOVE YOU AIDEN!!! I can’t say it enough. Sweet dreams and will be right here again tomorrow.

[kt-rose]

I hope – with everything I’ve got – that the New Year brings your little family health and happiness and peace of mind. We, and as Bill and I have five children there are a lot of us, think of you three all the time and have between us spent enough time in emergency rooms and intensive care waiting rooms to really hope that you can move to a more stable and less frightening place soon.

May the Lord bless you and keep you for all your days and may He watch over your son and help Aiden grow strong to do the work he has to do.

With love, jingles and prayers for a wonderful 2003!

Kate

[agedbayhunter]

Just back from a family Christmas gathering. I had to leave at noon to get there and was away from the computer all day. As soon as I got home I checked for an update – and pretty soon my husband and mother-in-law (who is here from St. Pete for the holidays, Lisa!) were looking over my shoulder to see what was going on. Now these are two wonderful people who are not at all savvy about BBs – but they’ve been drawn into this, too!

What an outpouring of love and concern. This IS what Christmas is all about. Sometimes it gets lost in all the rushing around and shopping, but I really feel it here. Thank you all for this gift of fellowship that we’ve given one another.

I’ve never been very good at praying (as others have indicated as well). Maybe it’s because I’m an
Episcopalian and we have such beautiful prayers already written out for us in the Book of Common Prayer that it’s hard to be spontaneous. Well, I can thank you, Aiden, for helping me be more comfortable in my conversations with God.

May He watch over you tonight as you sleep and give you the strength to heal and the knowledge that you are so loved, little one. Sweet dreams!

[satin]

Hang in there Aiden- keep fighting!

[carosello]

I have been silently praying for him in the background (and not posting till now)…I have a baby who is only 5 months and I just cannot image what this poor family has gone thru. I think about them all the time and I can only hope that he will get his miracle yet.

[doubletake]

That is amazing! What a strong little fighter Keep hanging in there, things can only get better!

[RolexH]

<BLOCKQUOTE class=“ip-ubbcode-quote”><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by HFSH:
That’s not an owwie, that’s the mark the angel’s left when they healed him.

He’s looking great!<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

That is the most beautiful thing I ever read. Thank You

Lisa
Save a life, be an organ donor

[system]

Sending {{{{{{Prayers and tons of jingles}}}}
for Aiden to get rid of this CMV forever and to leave the hospital for good.

[CluesGirl]

You can be sure I will be “crusadin’ for Aiden” at church on Christmas morning! Many prayers and good thoughts to everyone involved.

Sounds like you might have a Christmas miracle on your hands…

An Irish woman is not drunk so long as she can hold on to one blade of grass and not fall off the earth.

Give Blood - Ride Horses!

[RolexH]

Little Lion heart is taking a break. He is very weak. I am not sure what is happening with him, but he is just too tired right now. He can’t open his eyes, and he can’t even fight. The vent hopefully will give him this time to recharge his batteries and get that ROARRRR going.

My little wisp of a baby has lost so much weight. He is now down about 3 lbs in a three days. He is so skinny. His fluid retention is primarily his tummy. I just want him use this time as a “cat” nap. My Little Lion heart has impressed all of the nurses with his will to fight.

Please pray. we are so worried. We love him so much. This is a set back. BUt still he is going to pull though with flying colors. His new liver is workign wonderfully. Aiden must regain some strength. Thank you for he jingles. Keep em up. XOXOXO

Lisa
Save a life, be an organ donor

[J_Turner]

Please do post the requirements of a living donor. Does it start with blood type? I’m O+

“And Max said, ‘NO!’”
– Maurice Sendak

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[War_Admiral]

Big hugs. I feel humbled by your presence. I wish you, Aiden, Lisa and the whole family the very, very best!

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