Joshua 1:5 says "No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life: as I was with Moses so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you." I reviewed this verse from the notes from Bro Richard Sego's sermons for my quiet time this morning. I claimed these things as I prayed this morning "I have already won. He is always there. He is powerful so we can be brave and draw courage from Him."
Ethan opened his eyes tonight around 7:20 pm. He looked at Bonnie and me for approximately an hour. He also decided to spit up some of his food he had eaten earlier. We got to help the nurse clean him up and change the bedding and he pitched a fit...then went to sleep for a few minutes and then opened those beautiful eyes back up. Then I watched Bonnie sing to and smile at him. We were so grateful because these simple things that we got to see and help do were familiar to us. Another step closer to home. Thank you Lord!
Bonnie and I stared into Ethan's eyes tonight, and you could see that he was calm. Even with all the tubes in his mouth, he knew the Lord was with him. He knew that Mama and Daddy really needed to see him open his eyes. God gave us a little glimpse into our future tonight. Thank you God.
Oh his eyes are beautiful!! I remember the feeling of being able to see Sam's eyes for the first time and what joy such little things bring and how God reminds you through such simple things that every part of His creation is perfect and beautiful. And how fun was it to help?!. Even to see him pitch a little fit probably made you smile. :) I'm so thrilled to hear the good news of progress this morning. We're constantly lifting you guys up in prayer. Love You!!
ReplyDeleteHe is a beautiful baby boy and I know these small things that we have all taken for granted mean so much to you. Praise the Lord for His constant care and holding us up when we can't stand any more!
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Patti and Steve
What reassuring rewards those "small" feats were! I can picture you sweet Bonnie singing to that baby and it warms my heart and brings tears to my eyes. Love you. Praying still for all of you.
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He is so precious!! Glad to see that he is progressing. Thanks for keeping us posted. Little Ethan remains in our thoughts and prayers. He is so lucky to have you guys for his parents. Love y'all!!
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He takes my breath away. A little miracle from start to finish. Thank-you Lord, for answered prayers!!!
ReplyDeleteHe is so beautiful Kerry and Bonnie! We are praying for you guys!. We love you and I know Jesus does too!
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It's the little things that are the biggest blessings. I am so glad to see that he is improving every day. We are still praying for your family every day. I have made this a part of my daily routine. I am always so eager to come to this site to see what improvements Ethan has made.
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John and Chantell
Oh that is wonderful!!! Brought back memories of when I first saw my son open his eyes... And the amazing peace that I felt looking into his eyes!!! I pray that Ethan continue to improve by leaps and bounds!!! And for the team of doctors and nurses to have the guidance from God that only he can provide!! I also pray for you two! It is hard being in a hospital everyday, much less having to go through the roller coaster of emotions that you are going through!! But you have a big support system!! : )
ReplyDeleteWe have a picture almost identical from when our daughter opened her eyes for the first time at 10 days old. It was the best day of our lives. So happy for ya'll! Before you know it - you will be home and Ethan will be crawling around and you'll almost forget he was ever sick!
ReplyDeleteGreat news! So glad you got to look into those precious little eyes. I love the fact that he pitched a fit...what improvement. I know it warmed your heart to hear those cries. We are praying for all of you. May baby Ethan continue to progress!! Love to you all, Missy
ReplyDeleteoh wow...his eyes are opened! He cried, oh what a beautiful sound. I am so glad you are keeping us up to date by the blog. I hope Bonnie got my text about not making it up today. I will continue to keep you in our daily prayers/thoughts! kab
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful eyes! You have seen the eyes of your heavenly Father in Ethan's. Will continue to pray for you all!!! Love STBroadaway
ReplyDeleteHeard the great news at church tonight!!! No vent and Bonnie holding Ethan! What a wonderful blessing! Thank you God for the blessings this week1 Ethan has the most beautiful eyes! Love ya'll and can't wait for you to get home!
ReplyDeletePraying for you and especially that sweet beautiful baby boy! God is good all the time! Ryan Capps McFerrin
ReplyDeleteKerry and Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteI'm crying as I'm reading this!! I'm so happy and I can't wait to see his beautiful face!! I love you guys!
Rachel Faircloth
Bonnie I wanted to let you know I am praying for Ethan! My mom let me know what was going on. Lots of love.
ReplyDeleteSO excited for the good news and the great pic! Praying for sweet Ethan to make solid improvements like this everyday!!! Bonnie I know that was priceless for you to sing to him and him know that mama is there with him! Thanks for keeping us updated!
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Amber and Brantley Brockett
I don't know what to say. Brad and I have been keeping up with little Ethan's progress and are in Ah of both of you. Your faith is amazing. God is definitely preparing you two for something. We don't have a clue but it is something "BIG." We are so grateful that he is making great progress and that you both were able to hold him today. We are praying for yall and that special big sister. We know this has been very hard on her. Just know that you are loved and in our prayers everyday.
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Brad and Dena Willis