May 31, 2008

Sick and Tired

Friends, we would covet your prayers right now.

Getting home has been so sweet, but being sick and oh so tired and jet-lagged has made our little family's homecoming difficult to enjoy.

Quint has been to the doctor and has been diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection, a staph infection, and double ear infections with perforated ear drums in both ears. Our sweet happy boy is having a rough time and has been prescribed several medications as well as breathing treatments every four hours.

As is his usual demeanor, he is a sweet and happy baby. But his sickness has taken it's toll and he is showing signs of severe jet-lag.

We are blessed to know him and love him, and he is a sparkle of light in our lives. Despite his sickness, he still manages to make us laugh and is such a smiley guy. We've nicknamed him "Mr. Giggles".

Pray that he would recover fully and that we would get the rest and recovery that we need to take care of him. This has been one of the hardest weeks that either of us can remember and we're just spent out.

23 comments :

Anonymous said...

Dear Christie ~ Prayers being sent to Heaven for God to bless your beautiful son.

Lisa in NJ

Unknown said...

I'll be praying for him. What a little joy baby in the midst of pain/sickness. Hang in there!

Polar Bear said...

You're all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope each day is a little better.

Hugs to ALL!

Anonymous said...

We just claim his healing in Jesus name right now. I am praying for you all it will be no time and he will be back to his self. We love you all
Michele (cali cousin)

t~ said...

Praying for your family.

Linda said...

Hugs and Prayers for all of you..Quint especially. Nothing worse then your little one being sick and you just want to take on their pain. Praying for swift recovery...Linda

Dena said...

Praying.
Wow, it is really difficult when they are so sick, but so much more when you are already exhausted.
And he really has some tough illnesses - his poor ears.
I'm sorry it's so tough right now, I'll be praying for health and rest and refreshment.

Valerie said...

His prayers have already been answered a loving family to love and feed him and get him exactly what he needs, to get well.

His healing has already begun from the inside out.

Love V

Carrie said...

We also came home with a very sick baby and I know just how exhausted you all must be. Take it slow and give yourselves plenty of time to recover.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Norma said...

We will pray for you tonight. this too shall past. You just need more time and lots of sleep.

Dan, Misty & Ashar said...

Glad you're home. Will certainly be praying for you all.

Anonymous said...

You are doing a great job as parents. This is certainly a hard initiation but nothing that God cannot help you through. I will pray for your baby and you both. It was frightening seeing the picture and no smiling faces as usual. Praise the LORD for his kindness.
Lydia

Stephanie said...

Hang in there! We will pray for you guys..... hopefully this will all come to pass quickly for all of you!!

Young Creations said...

Oh My Gosh. I am praying and praying and praying for your little angel. He is so adorable and wonderful. The picture of him with the breathing treatment is so precious. I hope an pray that he feeling better shortly. You are both wonderful parents and you will help him through this sickness.
Lauren

Eloise said...

Bless his little heart! I'm so sorry sweet baby Quint is feeling so bad. I pray that his medications will kick in quickly, that he is well soon, and that all three of you can get some much-needed rest.

Kayce said...

Lots of prayer for you all. Hang in there!

Catherine said...

Praying for your giggly baby boy and for you and hubby too.

Brendadan912 said...

My Prayers are with you all.
He will get better soon.
He looks so sad in the picture, but his is only temporary.
He will be happy and smiling again!
Take Care!!
Brenda

Emy said...

Poor sweet Quint. Prayed for his health and yours!! Hope this passes quickly, and so glad to hear he's still giggling.

Christy said...

YOUR LITTLE MAN WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. YOU CAN SEE EVEN JUST IN PICTURES WHAT AN AMAZING LITTLE BOY HE IS-- WHAT A FIGHTER!!! HE WILL FULLY RECOVER AND WILL BE BACK TO HIS OLD SELF IN NO TIME. YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS!!

CHRISTY :)

Kim said...

Sorry to hear Quint is sick... But he has his Mommy and Daddy now to help him get better...
I am thinking of you.. HUGS to you all..
Quint will be up and running around soon..

Kelly & Todd said...

Christie --

I'm so sorry to hear that Quint is so sick. I'm thinking only good thoughts for all of you and hoping for a speedy recovery for your little man. Hang in there!

-- kelly :-)

Donna said...

Christie,

You, Anton and especially Quint will be in my prayers this week. I'm praying for Quint to get better fast and for you all to make a smooth transition to being a new family of three.

I'm so glad that your back at home and that your trip went well.

Hugs to you!
Donna :)