the rumors are true
i did indeed get to hold my little baby boy a couple of late nights ago and just finished another session of father/son snuggling a few minutes ago. Nolan has been stable, still, and sedated these past few days, with increased feeds fortified with extra calories in hopes of increased girth and growth this weekend. we had a family meeting with the doctors and nurses yesterday, and the word right now is growth. Growth in length, growth in weight, and hopefully eventually outgrowing whatever plagues his little lungs. There are still woods to get out of, put more straightforwardly, survival and health are still not guaranteed options for our little butterbean. But the last few days continue to feed our hope and really how many days of survival and health are any of us promised? While holding him the past few times, Kara and I have noticed a little wheezing chirping noise which the nurse assured us is a good sign that air can get around the tubing in Nolan’s throat which means his trachea is not swollen. Little nuggets to hold onto.
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 3:50 pm
Yeah!! I am SOOOO happy you are getting to hold your little butterbean!! Thank God for modern pharmaceticals and old fashioned loving care that’s keeping little Nolan chill enough to hang in there while his lungs learn how to breath. I must be checking this site 30 times a day, hoping for news like this. Just knowing that you get to hold Nolan once in while gives me goose bumps of happiness. He’s a little survivor, and there may be woods yet to navigate, but he’s got a bright light of love guiding his way.
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 3:58 pm
Ahhhh…I’m so happy to read this news, Ronan. What a good image to hold on this rainy day. Besos grandes, you guys. Go, Nolan, go!
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 4:25 pm
Ronan, You write so beautifully - The image of you and Kara as Father & Mother holding Nolan is even more beautiful - those amazing hands of art you both have sending all your love and creative forces to your son is a powerful and wonderful thing. You three a true family.
With Love Everyday - Heather
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 5:13 pm
Snuggle well, and grow grow grow! May positive vibes surround you, –Liz
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 5:28 pm
We are watching this website daily and sending BIG GROWING vibes to sweet little Nolan. Really glad there is some good news to grip onto and that your little guy is showing some peristence. Know you have lots of support from here…we’ll be keeping all our fingers crossed for more good days ahead.
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 6:00 pm
I’m so excited for you I just can’t stand it. And while I appreciate you’re cautious phrasing of everything, I just want to pray harder.
Peter & Paco
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 6:33 pm
We are thinking of you guys all the time here and send all three of you a lot of love.
We all know Nolan is going to grow strong and bust out of that hospital and go home with mom and dad.
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 6:45 pm
Dear Ones, my heart just skipped away when I read your last message about holding your little TWO times. The message is so hopeful–keep the faith. Much, much love.
Margaret
Friday, October 6, 2006 at 6:55 pm
You are so wonderful with your images and details, and sound strong and smart about the big picture, too. My heart is open and wide as the three of you grow and grow and grow. Love does contain all, yes?
Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 8:45 pm
The three of you are in my thoughts daily and my prayers. Nolan sounds like he is a real fighter and I am sure he knows by your touch and your voices how much he is loved by you both. Your courage and strength are much admired. Matthew and Kelly gave me your web site so I am keeping up with what is happening. Stay strong. With love, Sara Banish
Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 9:41 pm
Today began with my workshop entitled “Dancing through Life”. During our time in the studio, we created concscious connection to Nolan, his growth and his incredible dance. Know that there are so many prayers being sent your way by people who are healers, in so many ways. Invite yourselves and Nolan to recieve the gifts that are being sent your way.
A Ho!
amy
Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 10:05 pm
Ronan, Kara, Carolyn, Lynn - We continue to lift Baby Nolan up in our prayers! We pray the healing hand of God will be right on him and will help him to grow stronger each day. Love and prayers to you all! - Judy & Carlton
Sunday, October 8, 2006 at 5:56 pm
Hey guys, ive been thinking about you and nolan. Well Ronon im glad that you got a chance to hold your son. you all are in my thoughts and prayers. hugs and kisses to baby nolan, and of course you guys,
Love Caroline xoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxox
Sunday, October 8, 2006 at 8:49 pm
wowza….I jump right in there with you in a hearbeat. ..
a lung movement….a finger wiggle….a wheezing chirp…here I am studying for an East Indian Philosophy exam knowing that we are all connected on this crazy ass organic planet ( despite some very ridiculous and disconcerting evidence to the contrary ) ….Humming along with you Kara, Ronan , Nolan and everyone else.
lv. s