Well… it looks like Santa did, indeed, sprinkle a little Christmas Magic on room 5334 as he passed overhead last night.  Emerson looks better today!  She’s not totally herself, but is awake and fussing to get my attention – both very encouraging signs!!

The plan today is to slowly restart intestinal feeds & to switch her anti-seizure medication back to oral form (given through her feeding tube).    

I was awoken to a call from 2 very excited little boys this morning with news of Santa’s good work in Colorado – an electric guitar for Bradley & a Lego Robot kit for Collin.  Good Stuff!!  I was also very surprised to learn that he left behind a little note.  It said Santa’s very proud of how strong they’ve been over the past two years & picked his top elves to fulfill their Christmas wishes this year.  He also said the family had best be together next year because it’s getting a little difficult to keep our whereabouts straight & is very hard on the reindeer when we’re all separated like this!!  What an unexpected & heartwarming gesture from the big man in my lifeJ! 

Today my mind wanders to those who’ve lost children here & to the donor families who’ve given all our babies a chance.  I pray their hearts are filled with memories & that they feel the presence of those they lost on this blessed day.  I can’t imagine how difficult it must be…

I’m hoping the magic of Christmas has found its way into your home & that through all the presents and good food you find time to celebrate the true meaning of this day.  Always remember your greatest gifts cannot be wrapped or placed under a tree.   

Merry, Merry Christmas to you all!!!!!