Reincarnated As A Mother: Nurses Extraordinaire

Monday, November 16, 2009

Nurses Extraordinaire

Here they are... the best two nurses in the world. At least in my opinion. That's Deanna on the left and Liz on the right. In fact, I should do testimonials for St. Luke's-- I can't speak highly enough about the hospital or the staff. And geez, I should know! Who says Nurses don't make house calls anymore???

Finally, there were several of you who wanted me to let you know about "Brighton" Jewelry night at Flynn's Saddle Shop. It's this Thursday (Nov. 19th from 5 to 7:30). My brother owns Flynn's and every November they have a big night at the store devoted to all things bling. There are Brighton give-aways, free gift cards with purchase and the unveiling of the new line of purses and jewelry(plus free massages, food and prizes). It's tons of fun. (My brother did not pay me for this plug-- but he should, huh?). Ha, ha. Hint, hint. Jewelry is always nice....

Nathan Kean

AKA: Mister Miracle, Keanut and Boy Wonder! And in case you have been living under a rock and don't know his "back story"-- he's made quite a splash getting here! In May of 2009, at 24 weeks his mom went into the hospital with some pretty major pregnancy complications. I (mom) lost all of my amniotic fluid and my placenta ripped. After 11 weeks of grueling and extremely monotonous hospital bed rest-- and COUNTLESS MIRACLES-- Kean came into this world kicking and screaming (sweet sounds for a boy who was expected to have lung issues). We were surprised with the news he has Down syndrome but quickly realized we hit the jackpot with this one and his sweet spirit. After 6 1/2 weeks in intensive care (and lots of scary moments) we thought we were through with the lengthy hospital stays. But no... in July 2012 (a month before he turned 3), Kean was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (A.L.L). Back to the hospital for another four weeks of sheer terror. Once again, were surrounded with love, support and strength and we've seen our little guy emerge as a giant-- brave, strong and inspiring. He (and we) somehow survived 1,157 days of Chemotherapy (nope, that wasn't a typo). It has been the most brutal, agonizing experience but it has also been tender and beautiful in so many ways. If you have met Kean, you will agree-- he is the sweetest little guy who has a pretty important mission to fulfill on this earth. We can't wait to see what he accomplishes in his life!