He's here! He's here! Sir Caleb is here!

Well, we went (John came with me this time) to the hospital yesterday disappointed...and came home...MANY hours later...a whole family! :) We were not at the hospital, in Caleb's room, but a few minutes when his "case manager" came in to see how things were going for his release. We told her for some reason, he was not being released today, but we were not exactly sure why he was not being released. She got on her phone to the cardiologist and found out that he just needed to have his incision checked by a wound care specialist and for her to teach us how to take care of his incision, as well as one last set of lab work to check his electrolites. He passed both of these final two tests and so the paperwork began for his discharge...

Wow, we have never been so overwhelmed (and remember, we have adopted a child too!) with so much paperwork and different people talking to us about Caleb's needs. From how to run the feeding pump, how to take care of his incision, how much he should eat and how, what medications he needs and how they need to be administered and when, and don't forget the home healthcare deliveries for all of his medical supplies! Whew!

We finally pulled in after 8:30 to a wonderful family crowd to welcome him home!! Aunt Diana and Katelin were here with a big sign to welcome him home too...decorated with gauze pads, band aids, etc. :) Ryan made a sign across our front porch that said "He's here! He's here! Sir Caleb is here!" What a wonderful welcome for him.

After a month long journey, traveling 90 miles a day, we are so thankful to have him home. We could never have made it without all your prayers, support, meals, and don't forget our parents who have provided more babysitting hours for Ryan and Sara then would could ever count! THANK YOU all so very much!! He is home thanks to each and every one of you.

Here's to the next chapter...