IVIG Day Three- the sun is shining!

Even the building has a rainbow

It's a sunny day!!  The sun is shining and it is supposed to get a little warmer...yes!  The first thing Hunter said when we walked into "his" room was, "Mommy!! Look! It's sunny!!"

Feeling the warmth today.  I just spent thirty minutes explaining PANDAS and Hunter's case history to our nurse that we have had for the past three days.  She had asked a couple of questions where I felt like a conversation was needed...and as she nodded her head and learned about the disorder that will one day be a household acronym for other parents to be aware of the signs and symptoms.

Just as I was typing this, we had some surprise visitors:

 Hunter wasn't quite sure about these guys...especially when they blocked the Wiggles. 

finally cracked a smile with the tooting noise button on his device

 Dr. Knock Knock and Dr. Abby Normal

Hilarious!  Hunter didn't think they were half as funny as I did, but I was rolling.  Good distraction.

She doesn't even have to ask- he just sticks his arm out now.

Hunter did vomit this AM, but we haven't had any nausea since then.  He has been super sweet and very chatty.  We had the same reaction with steroids- no sleep (up at 4:30 today) and a non-stop talker.

Even though we are exhausted mentally and physically, these signs are giving us confidence that we are on the right path.  Thankful for a little comic relief, warm sunshine, and a caring staff.

Here's my prayer today:
Dear God,

You have shown your strength yet again.  You have gotten us through the first three days of treatment with minimal side effects, and we have a happy boy at home.  We have felt your presence through friends, acquaintances, strangers, family, and so many "signs"- prayer and thanksgiving are everywhere. 

We pray for these sweet babies who are here at the same facility-- those without a hair on their head who endure so much for a young soul.  Grant them your same blessing and healing that you are bestowing on our son. 

We are eternally thankful for your overflowing grace and mercy. 

Amen.