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Posted by: dundee 17-Apr-2007, 03:23 PM
hi... Ivy was born early monday (04-16-07) morning... since then she has developed Group B Strep... a sometimes fatal bactirial infection she is in intesive care with way to many tubes coming out of her. they are also testing her for Down syndrome... if there are any prayer warriors out there i would appreciate your prayers for her and her mother especially....

thanks

dundee

Posted by: ballydun 17-Apr-2007, 04:02 PM
You've got my prayes! They will both be in my prayes and thoughts, as willyou.
Please keep us posted on her condition!
God Bless!

Posted by: haynes9 17-Apr-2007, 04:05 PM
You got it, Dundee. Please keep us updated as to little Ivy's condition. May our Lord strengthen you and yours at this time.

Posted by: Brendan 17-Apr-2007, 04:41 PM
My prayers and thoughts to your family Dundee.....

Posted by: TheCarolinaScotsman 17-Apr-2007, 08:50 PM
Dundee, your granddaughter, your entire family and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: Monarchs Own 18-Apr-2007, 02:57 AM
Prayers from overseas are coming your way!

Posted by: Lady of the Loch 18-Apr-2007, 04:51 AM
will def send some prayers and thoughts your way. Please keep us updated.

Posted by: sisterknight 18-Apr-2007, 06:39 AM
always happy to oblige, my heart and my prayers to you as well as your family dundee.

vik

Posted by: Elspeth 18-Apr-2007, 07:08 AM
Oh, dundee! How frightening to see a helpless little one in intensive care. But the God who formed her, has known her from her first moment of being is with her now, cradling her in His loving arms. He is holding her, her mother, her father, her grandparents and all those who are so worried at this time.

Prayers are with you. Be strong. All will be well.

Posted by: dundee 19-Apr-2007, 08:11 AM
the tests indicate that Ivy does in indeed have Down Syndrome. and as a result of Down's, she does not have a lot of muscle strength. Her lungs are fully developed and strong but her diaphragm and muscles around the rib cage are not strong enough for her to take real good deep breaths. So for now, she needs assistance until she gets a bit stronger.

although this is not great news concerning Ivy, I chose to celebrate her life not her infirmities… if it had been what they first suspected (group B strep) it could have been fatal.....keep praying please for my wife and my other daughter who seem to be taking it rough… as I will be riding with them on Saturday two hours to visit Ivy.

and thanks for your support.... ( i feel like the "bartels and james" guys *L*)

seriously though thanks for your prayers... i kind of need someone.


Posted by: haynes9 19-Apr-2007, 08:19 AM
I celebrate with you, Dundee, that Ivy will live. We have had some in our extended family with Down's Syndrome children. There is no way to hide from the fact that it is difficult, but what a blessing many of these children have been. May God enable you and your dear family through His wonderful grace to go through this challenge. You can be assured that a number of folks are and will continue to pray.

May little Ivy's life touch the lives and heart of many! Take care, my friend.

Posted by: Rebecca Ann 19-Apr-2007, 10:01 AM
Jean-Thomas is with Ivy as are many of his friends. They watch over her and keep her. She is never alone. I have met and worked with many downs children. They have very special spirits. Dale Evans wrote a book I read many years ago called ANGEL UNAWARES about her daughter who had downs and the great blessings she gave them. There are many blessings this little girl brings to you and your family. Love her and cherish these great blessings. Her earth mission may be short or it may be long. She will have many struggles but will also bring you all great joy. She will grow and learn and teach all who are willing to take time with her. You have a precious gift. Father has chosen to send your family one of His special angel children. Cherish her always. May she walk all her life with the angels, always hearing Heaven's music and be able to share these things with you all.
RebeccaAnn

Posted by: Elspeth 19-Apr-2007, 01:51 PM
Thank God little Ivy will live!

I will pray for acceptance for the women in your life, especially those you have to ride two hours in a car with. biggrin.gif

Ah, dundee, even in the midst of fearful situations, you still keep your ornery disposition.

I remember that book Rebecca Ann. It was good to read. A couple of years back, I proofed a book written by one of our memebers about raising his daughter who has Cerbral Palsy. She was a blessing to him from the moment of her birth.

Posted by: Rebecca Ann 19-Apr-2007, 04:36 PM
Elsbeth
Did the book get published? What is it called? I too was born with cp and life can be a great challenge. We have many mountains to climb but it is worth the journey. Ivy will bring great joy to her family. She is a very wonderful and strong spirit.
I know some of what Ivy's family faces in the future with many challenges and uphill battles and many joys. I am not just a handicapped child but also a mother of some special children and an angel and have been a teacher to others.
With a special child you learn very quickly to rejoice in every step up no matter how small. With all children each step up he makes is important and special but some how it is different with a handicapped child. Maybe it is because many of our steps are smaller and it takes longer for us to get up the small hill.
Ivy is a blessing to her family and all of us here.
RebeccaAnn

Posted by: Nova Scotian 20-Apr-2007, 01:43 PM
dundee
My prayers are with little Ivy and for you. wink.gif

Posted by: Madadh 21-Apr-2007, 01:41 AM
My prayers as well old friend.

Posted by: dundee 23-Apr-2007, 08:22 AM
thanks madadh and the rest of you she is still in intensive care but is getting better every day hope is that she will be able to go home this week. her mother lives an hour away from the hospital and is up there every day all day... it must be hard to leave the hospital and have to leave your little one behind...... anyway your prayers are deeply appreciated i went to see her for an hour on saturday got some pictures and held the tiny darling ... it was like we were in a world of our own... we were talking to each other and she smiled... my wife said it was gas... anyway here is a couple of pics so you can see her... i didnt realize how tiny she was till i saw the pic of me holding her.... dang....
thanks again and your continued prayers are appreciated.....

Posted by: dundee 23-Apr-2007, 08:23 AM
here is another with the old grandpa... see how tiny she looks.... *L*

Posted by: Rebecca Ann 23-Apr-2007, 10:35 AM
Ivy is a beautiful little angel and full of great wisdom and love. Don't let anyone ever tell you her sweet smile is just gas. They just don't understand.
It is long and hard. Jean-Thomas was small and had to stay in the hospital for awhile. I wanted so to bring him home or at least stay with him. I had 2 other children at home I needed to care for. I wasn't suppose to travel but my doctor knew he couldn't keep me away from my little one. So everyday we traveled the almost 2 hours to the hospital so I could be with Jean-Thomas for at least an hour or two. Those days before we were finally able to bring him home lasted forever. But the day finally came. When we got home the children had made a birthday and welcome home party for us.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish your time with your little angel and take pleasure in the day. Hang in there. Though the time now seems long, it will pass quickly.
RebeccaAnn

Posted by: John Clements 23-Apr-2007, 11:44 AM
Hi Dundee, I’m so sorry to hear of your family crisis. My thoughts are with you, I hope they will be some help to you and yours.

JC

Posted by: haynes9 26-Apr-2007, 04:07 PM
She's a beautiful girl, Dundee! Still praying!

Posted by: maggiemahone1 26-Apr-2007, 09:17 PM
dundee, I just read this post and am glad to hear that Ivy is on the road to recovery. What a precious darling baby girl and how beautiful she is. I know she's in good hands with the dr's and nurses but most of all with our loving God. I'll remember Ivy and her family in my prayers. I'm with you when you said she smiled at you. She's bonding with her ol' Grandpa. Ivy's going to be a very special grandbaby in your life... Take Care...

maggiemahone1

Posted by: dundee 27-Apr-2007, 08:33 AM
thank you maggie...

here is an ivy update...
my daughter called last night, ivy will be going home today (friday) or tomorrow.
and the congregation said "YAHOO"!!

she will be taking an oxygen tank with her and a monitor... even though the did and cappilari oxygen test (what ever they are called) and cappilari blood oxygen was normal... i thank you all for your prayers and and the Lord brings her to your heart or thoughts toss a few more up...

my family and i are grateful for each of you, if it has been one prayer or several thank you....

Posted by: TheCarolinaScotsman 27-Apr-2007, 02:40 PM
It's good to hear that Ivy is heading home. I know mom and grandparents are thrilled. She looks the perfect angel. We continue to remember all of you.

Posted by: maggiemahone1 29-Apr-2007, 07:09 PM
How is baby Ivy doing? I hope she's at home with her family. Love heals. My prayers still for all...

maggiemahone1

Posted by: dundee 30-Apr-2007, 10:56 AM
Ivy is home she went home friday evening...
she woke my daughter up in the early morning crying...
which is a great sigh... my daughter hasnt heard her cry
really since she was born.... *L* she wouldnt even cry
when the doctor smacked her.... typical woman eh? *L*
she is still on oxygen and they have a monitor on her...as far
as i know she is doing well .... but then the grandpa is always the last to know... note.gif

Posted by: haynes9 30-Apr-2007, 01:06 PM
Thanks for the update! Still praying for the little sweetheart.

Posted by: Lady of the Loch 01-May-2007, 06:43 AM
aww, she is absolutely adorable!! I am glad that she got to go home.

Posted by: Madadh 01-May-2007, 11:11 AM
Dundee,

Good to hear that Ivy is home. She is still in my prayers. I know how you must feel, my grandson (Connor) is just 4 months old and comes in at a hearty 17lbs. We are still worried about his hearing (Dad was born deaf), but we take that on a daily basis.

Who knows maybe someday the two could meet and we can be more than just CR buddies. biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

Posted by: Rebecca Ann 01-May-2007, 01:37 PM
I'm so happy Ivy is home. It's so hard with a little one in the hospital. May all your family enjoy your little angel and all the blessings she brings you.
RebeccaAnn

Posted by: Roberto Phoenix 01-May-2007, 02:44 PM
Glad to hear the munkin is doing well. Just starting to get ready for our arrival at the end of June.

Posted by: sisterknight 02-May-2007, 08:26 AM
with a name like ivy, how can she not cling to life and grow strong?hope she's a redhead...just an added plus for her!!

Posted by: Elspeth 02-May-2007, 09:53 PM
OMGosh dundee!! What a precious bundle of joy!! She is the sweetest little thing. Truly beautiful.

Glad to hear her mom's enjoying her cries. That will wear off. tongue.gif

Looks like grandpa's enjoying her a bit too.

Posted by: CelticRose 04-May-2007, 12:04 AM
Dundee, how is baby Ivy doing? She is a real beauty!

She is in my prayers as well! keep us posted!

Posted by: dundee 29-May-2007, 04:16 PM
Just a quick update....

Ivy is off oxygen during the day as of the 25th of may. she is still using it at night. she still grows stronger day by day... not much more on her that i know... i would like you all to know your prayers and good thoughts are well appreciated by me and my wife and Ivy's mom dad and big brother. here is another pic of her and her brother. thumbs_up.gif

Posted by: maggiemahone1 29-May-2007, 06:46 PM
dundee, What wonderful news to hear and what beautiful grandbabies you have. Ivy looks as though she's growing...Sounds like she's come a very long way with her being on oxygen only at nite time. I'm sure big brother is very protective. I'm smiling biggrin.gif knowing that Ivy is recovering so well. Please give her a hug from aunty maggie... biggrin.gif

maggiemahone1

Posted by: CelticRose 30-May-2007, 07:50 PM
Thanks Dundee so much for the update on Ivy. Know that many of us are praying for you and your family. Please keep us posted!

Posted by: maggiemahone1 24-Jun-2007, 06:08 PM
dundee, how is Ivy? She's probably growing life a weed and making life most interesting. Has she got ya' wrapped real tight yet? Babies can do that real fast... biggrin.gif

maggiemahone1

Posted by: dundee 11-Jul-2007, 04:56 PM
sorry havent been around much i wasnt ingoring ... ivy is off all oxygen she was over a couple weekends ago and she likes me.... she said so.... but she said i gotta give up the kilt....*L* no she doing well i dont get to see her alot seeing as my daughter live about 4 hours away.... thanks for your thoughts maggie.. *S*

Posted by: Shepherdess 24-Jul-2007, 08:11 AM
Late to this - bless your heart, glad it is looking well for your family! My late friend Steve had twin grandkids who were born outlandishly early. It was a tremendous battle their first years, and they still have lots of challenges to overcome, but the little girl who had to fight the hardest is by far the boldest and fiestiest of the pair!

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