Winner of the Father's Day Little Treetops shop credit is number 12, MamaMunky!
And the winner of the Blogiversary pouch and stuffed envelope of scraps is number 28, Audrey!
Congrats ladies! Sorry about no Random.org screen shot. I can't remember how to do it and the hubs is asleep... You'll just have to trust me. :)
Now on to the personal stuff.
I've been tormenting myself with whether or not I should share this next bit with the world. I'm not really sure why I'm having such a difficult time with it, maybe because it involves my baby and I'm scared.
Clara has high hormones. The kind that come from ovaries. The kind that should only be present in pubescent teens. We've been to a few doctor visits, a few blood draws. I vowed not to Google her symptoms so I didn't psych myself out prematurely, but when the pediatrician called after having spoken to the specialist, she mentioned some things that more than psyched me out. I freaked, internally, of course. I have to be strong until I know for sure, but the words she said still ring in my ears every time I hear her laugh, every time I hear her cry, every time I sit down to watch some meaningless TV show and she crawls over to me with those big, brown eyes, pleading with me to play with her: "brain tumor".
The pediatrician told me the specialist sounded hopeful but that we need to have more tests run before they can give me a definitive answer. I'm praying this is just a fluke that will sort itself out in the end, but I have to be prepared for the worst. We have an appointment to have a bone age scan done next week. We should know more after the results of that test come in.
As of right now, we do not know what Clara's diagnosis is or whether or not she has a brain tumor. All I know is that my baby has something wrong with her and I am taking as much time to spend with her as possible. I have so much to tell you all. So much to show you, I just haven't taken the time to blog it. I'm sure you understand.
So please, think about my little Maze often. Send her your prayers and happy thoughts. I'll keep you all posted on the medical front.
Sending prayers and happy thoughts your way..hope everything works out.
ReplyDeleteOh Geeez Danny, that is full on. I would find it hard not to think the worst too, make sure you have lots of thorough tests and get second opinions. Good luck, I hope it is not anything serious.
ReplyDeleteYou will be in my prayers. Thank you for taking the time to share your news with us. Blessings to you all.
ReplyDeleteI will keep Maze in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteOh Danny, I don't know what to say! Why am I on the other side of the world when all I want to do is run over and hug you all? Sending massive hugs and positive vibes xxx
ReplyDeleteMy mummy heart is aching for you!! You are all on my prayers xx
ReplyDeleteBaby Mazisland you guys are in my prayers. I know it's hard but try to think positively. I can't imagine the stress and worry you are going through. Let me know if I can do anything for you!
ReplyDeleteDanny - I am so sorry that you have to go through this. I will certainly be praying for you and sweet little Maze.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear what you are going through...sending you all my warmest wishes!
ReplyDeleteOh Danny, I am so sorry to hear that. I hope and pray everything is fine!!! Your daughter is so sweet. I am sure everything will be okay.
ReplyDeleteI'll keep everyone in my prayers. I am sorry to hear this. I cannot think of anything worse than a mother watching her child suffer. I'm here for you, and I hope you may be comforted through friends and family nearby during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteOrações sempre,Cristo estará contigo,não temas.Beijo grande e solidário.Bençãos.
ReplyDeleteDanny I will be praying for all of you! It is so nerve-wracking to not be able to help your child when they are suffering! Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteOH DAnny, what a hardship to see your little girl so sick. I will be sending love and light your way for both healing and strength!
ReplyDeleteI am sending many positive and hopeful thoughts your way. I really hope everything works out and will be thinking about her often.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh Danny. I can't believe it. What you must be going through. Stay strong. Praying for you and your sweet baby. Hugs
ReplyDeleteOh Danny...You are all going to be in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you many hugs and good thoughts to get through this hardship! I hope and pray that everything turns out ok for your adorable little lady!
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts are with you. You take as much time as you need for you, and to spend with little Maze. We're here for you now and will be when things calm down. Just make sure you take care of you and your family first.
ReplyDeleteI know I don't comment on your blog very often but you and your family are in my prayers. Snuggle that baby!
ReplyDeleteI'm walking over to my prayer list board right now and also getting on my knees to say a prayer for Clara Mae! Lots of hugs being sent to you!
ReplyDeletePraying for your little sweetie. (and you)
ReplyDeleteAs the mother of a severely disabled child, I can understand some of what you are going through with the not knowing for sure. Just take it day by day for right now and minute by minute if you have to. No matter what happens, trust in God to get you through. Keeping your family in my prayers.
ReplyDeletePraying for you all....and hoping very much that it turns out to be something very small that can be sorted out easily. Sometimes doctors don't realize how much they scare us mere mortals when they tell us what 'might' be going on. Thinking of you Danny...stay strong xx
ReplyDeleteTake everything slowly and stop for hugs when needed, you don't need to be super woman right now. Your all in my thoughts xx
ReplyDeleteI'm sending you lots of prayers and lots of hugs. Send me an email if you need ANYTHING. If I can help, it's yours.
ReplyDeleteOh Danny - sending you, Maze and the big man all the love and good thoughts I can muster xxx
ReplyDeleteSending prayers and Hugs to both you and Clara...!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your troubles, you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself x
ReplyDeleteYou know that every prayer and happy thought I can produce is already heading to you. Do not bother replying to this either - you have more important stuff to do. Lots of love!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear that! I am thankful that it sounds like she is under great care and knowledgeable doctors. Praying that they will be able to diagnose her quickly and accurately and have wisdom for treating whatever she has going on.
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness - prayers are on their way, if you need anything at all dont hesitate to ask, think positive, stay positive..
ReplyDeleteDanny I am sending you lots of love and hugs! Know that I am praying for you too!
ReplyDeleteGosh that is an awful thing to hear. I hope it's not anything to do with that. Sending positive thoughts, good vibes and huge hugs!! =D
ReplyDeleteHey you..... keep strong girl. What a stressful time you must be having, be kind to yourself - sending you a virtual hug! xx
ReplyDeleteOh, Danny! Now I really wish I lived closer - sending big hugs! I'm thinking of you and Maze.
ReplyDeleteAdd more hugs from me to all the others being sent to you, little Clara and your hubby.
ReplyDeleteI'm sending huge love to your family and will be thinking postively for Maze :)
ReplyDeleteMy husband went in for stomach pain this past week and they found a tumor on his kidney. We are currently waiting to see a specialist to see if it is cancer. So, we understand the overwhelming feelings you probably have right now. We will add your family to our prayers. Keep your head up!
ReplyDeleteStill keeping everything crossed for option #1
ReplyDeletekeeping fingers and toes crossed that all will be well and also keeping your darling Miss Maze in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteHugs to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteAll the best to your little girl.
ReplyDeletePrayers and positive vibes being sent your way. Take care and don't worry about your blog peeps.
ReplyDeleteOh, Danny i'm so soory for this late response I am way behing on my google reader, but just subscribed to your emails so I don't miss anything. I am praying for you and Brent to have strength in this time and praying for miss Clara! Please let me know if there is anything I can do and text me if you just need a quick prayer request or what not.
ReplyDeletePraying for you guys and thinking of you Danny. I sure hope it turns out to be something way more simple that can be treated easily. Hang in there..the not knowing is almost worse than knowing.
ReplyDeleteOh my - just saw your post. Danny, think positive thoughts. It is NOT a brain tumor. Doctors often psyche you out for the worse case scenario. (if it were a million dollar lottery, do you think you would win it? hell no! Same odds). It WILL be OK. Please keep us in the loop, OK. many hugs, Cathy
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