Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde?

Presleigh's Mr. Hyde impression

Today, we had a visit from Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde - the Presleigh Pina version. Well, what would you expect from a two year old girl who just had extensive bladder surgery? To answer the hot question - she's doing great. Aside from periodic cases of fussitis (a common swelling of the fussy gland accompanied by prolonged fussiness, mild crabbiness, and insatiable appetite for being cuddled by Mommy), she's doing very well. As mentioned yesterday, Dr. Superbladderdude removed one duplicated ureter, one half duplicated ureter, and reinserted the correct ureters back into the bladder so it's all like new.

Dr. Jekyll, Presleigh-style

For a few extra bucks, he offered to throw in the 2011 passenger side airbag option, but we assured him Presleigh's lungs work great - she doesn't need any more airbags.

Regardless of the fidgetiness and fussiness that follows open surgery, Presleigh is just about back to her delightful self. Eating pizza, sipping water from her "Buzz and Woody" cup, dining on purple ice pops, and saying her favorite words "Mommy", "more Barney", and "hold you". What a wonderful child God has granted us. We are grateful for the many prayers and great support around us - what an amazing extended family we have!

Mommy and Papa had a most welcome visit from Aunt Sarah (our sister in Christ) and Shae. It's always great to have a visit from Sarah. But, how great is it when she brings Presleigh's favorite "Shaaaaaaae" and a bag of McDonalds McMuffins?! For real? It's not like God hadn't already come through on a successful surgery, NOW He's got to deliver morning yummies toted in by our bestest friend?!

Another welcome visitor is Aunt Shanua (THANKYOULORD!!!) - she came down from Charlotte today to help Papa out by watching the twins. See, Daddy has to rehearse for an upcoming show on October 3rd, and it's hard to watch, feed, and change the twins while rehearsing. Having an extra set of hands and eyes is a super help and it's incredibly generous of Aunt Shanua to make the trip down from NC.

Back at the ranch, Jezreel decided to take an afternoon nap in the swing, but Jovi couldn't decide: "Aunt Shanua's chest or the swing, the chest or the swing...?" Looks like she might go for the swing... after the chest! Aunt Shanua is pretty sure she made the right call, though!

It's possible that Presleigh could come home as early as tomorrow, but it looks like whether it's then or Saturday, she'll have to keep the catheter in until at least late next week. Double diaper heaven. But, hey, whatever we have to do to help insure she heals quickly and thoroughly, we're okay with. Glory to God. Grace and peace to all.

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