Elina= Torch
Esperanza= Hope
She is our Torch of Hope
This space is to share our journey that is life. Life with Elina. Life as Christians. A way to invite our loved ones closer into our walk.
One of the catalysts for me writing at this time is Elina's upcoming surgery. She was diagnosed with Congenital Heart Disease shortly after she was born. Our doctor heard a heart murmur and sent us to specialists. A handful of tests and one surgery later, they have found an "Atrial Septal Defect", which causes blood to flow both ways in her heart. She will be having Open Heart Surgery at the end of this month, January 31st.
I sit here and contemplate all of the things I could say. I want you to know that Elina has saved me in so many ways. I want you to know that my husband and I have grown so much during this time in our lives. Know that we believe in a God who makes beautiful children like Elina and delights in every thing they are. He has never left us. He never will.
By the way, Elina and I practiced standing up while holding onto the side of the crib. She did it for a few moments on her own. Not long enough for me to run to the living room, find an SD card, and switch to an acceptable setting- but I tried to capture the spirit of the moment.
Here she is, way over my attempt and ready for a bottle.
I know that there are so many people who are thinking and praying for us. I hope to keep you updated through this blog about Elina's surgery and ongoing recovery.
Hi Claire, My name is Laurie Croce. Just want you to know that I am praying for you, Mikey and Elina. God will be glorified through all.
ReplyDelete5 years ago I became Auntie to Grant who has Downs. He is the delight of all our lives and has touched so many already for His glory. If I can figure out how to post a picture of him I will.
Be blessed.
Laurie
Laurie,
DeleteThank you for taking the time to leave me this note. I am so encouraged that you would pray for us.
I would love to see a picture of your nephew!
Claire
I wish that I could be there with you during Elina's surgery but I will be there with you in spirit and am only a phone call away if you need someone to talk to. I know that this is a difficult time for you and Mikey but all three of you are so strong and will make it through this! Give my sweet niece a kiss for me. Love you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Babe. I love you.
DeleteShe is so beautiful and precious. You are an amazing family and I love how you are allowing God to use you and your family. Many blessings, Jana
ReplyDeleteThanks Jana, it means a lot that you see that in our lives. By the way, we are into size 2 diapers now, and I thought of you because of that beautiful diaper cake you gave us. We are using those diapers right now, and I love them.
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