Today was a better day for Elijah. He looks better in that his color has improved and he is warm in his hands and feet. However he is on a great deal of support to look that good. The doctors focused on keeping him stable and allowing him to rest from the events of yesterday. His little body needed to recover, so they didn't change much in his treatment. They were able to slightly lower one of his medications, but overall things stayed the same. He was able to go off the pacer today for a little while, but his rhythm couldn't quite stay regular so they had to turn it back on. His lungs are sounding better and he is beginning to cough quite a bit, which is actually good. He is incredibly vocal about wanting water and demands that anyone who comes into the room bring him some. It's so hard to see him so miserable. He isn't allowed to take anything by mouth right now.
Noah came to visit for the first time today. He had been asking to see Elijah since Thursday, but with the events of yesterday being so intense, I didn't feel comfortable having him here. Today was calmer, so Noah was able to visit. He handled the visit very well. He sat on the bed next to his brother and held his hand. At one point Elijah rolled onto his side and put his arm over Noah. He wanted to cuddle with his big brother. You could feel that Noah brought Elijah comfort and Noah was happy to see his brother. I was hesitant to let him see Elijah in this state, but I think that seeing him was better for Noah then just allowing Noah to imagine what was happening.
I am hoping that we have a calm night and that we are able to make some adjustments tomorrow, but I also don't want to rush him. Keep us in your prayers!
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