We just found out that someone in New York is interested in Addy's heart and someone in California is interested in the kidneys. Her ammonia still hasn't been low enough for the doctors to officially pronounce her brain dead, but she is having dialysis this morning and that should bring it down enough for them to evaluate her. The transplant people are trying to get a echo done sooner rather than later so they can make sure it is a match, but they usually have to wait. They are hoping to not prolong things for us. Regardless this will be our last day with Addy.
It seems fitting that she came to us on the hottest day of the year and she will leave us during a snow storm in the Spring. While we were here at the hospital, one of the movies we watched was The Extraordinary Life of Timothy Green. As Pat and I were talking last night we decided she was similar to Timothy Green only she was Addy Yellow. While Timothy had leaves, Addy brought some yellow from the sun and that is why she had such bright eyes and a beautiful smile (and her skin was yellow).
It has been overwhelming to get on Facebook and Twitter the past few days. So many have lifted us in their prayers and we will never be able to say how grateful we are.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteHold onto all the good precious memories you have and they will help you get through the difficult days ahead.
Carol & Jeff Hardesty
Prayers and hugs to all of you!
ReplyDeleteBless you for the decision to donate her organs. Addy will be an angel to many people. Our hearts and thoughts are with all of you today. We wish you peace and comfort.
ReplyDeleteLove, Susan and Grandma Emily
My heart is breaking for you!
ReplyDeleteMay the Lord Bless You beyond measure and wrap His arms around you and your family during this most difficult time. Lynn Els
ReplyDeleteSteph, it was an honor meeting Addy Anne. Angela and I send our love to you and the family.
ReplyDeleteJarrod, Angela, Troy, Bryce, and Seth
May you feel the arms of God around you and your family. Prayers are being said by many and people you may not even know are sending up there prayers and love for you all! Addy has touched many lives and hearts. If there is anything you need, you won't have to look far this community would do anything they could to help in anyway we all love you, are praying for you and will continue to be here. We all have your back, and will support you in anyway we can. God bless you all!
ReplyDeleteLove and prayers
The rabers
It's tough to see your child go through any difficult time, and we cannot imagine what you, Pat, and the rest of the family must be going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more with all the comments made above. I never had the pleasure of meeting young Addy but she has definitely touched my life. As a parent, I cannot even falthom the thought of going through this and making the decisions that you have had to. You, Pat and all your family (related or not) are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that something good will come out of all this devastion and Addy will save the life of at least one other suffering child. Sometimes we forget just how precious life is and we often take it for granted. You've been blessed with 8months worth of wonderful memories and you'll always have a lil quardian angel watching over you. God Bless
ReplyDeleteBrenda & Livie Stone, Maggie Snyder
At times like this, words cannot say the things we want them to, but our thoughts and prayers are there with you, Pat, and Addy.
ReplyDeleteCindy and George
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, Stephanie.
ReplyDeleteMeghan & Josh Stoker
The Andrews are sending you prayers. We know God is wrapping His loving arms around you. Let Him give you comfort and hope!
ReplyDeleteVince, Jodi, Piper and Parker.
Sweet, sweet Addy will live on through others and will touch the lives of even more people than she has already. Writing through tears and with a broken heart.... we love you.
ReplyDeleteAunt Sharon, Uncle Fred, Doug and Steven
An Old Irish Blessing
ReplyDeleteMay the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until you and Addy meet again,
May God hold you all safely in the palm of His hand.
Jill and Gregory Klocek (Miss McFarland)
You all are in our prayers! Addy touched many lives! Lean on God through this time. He will help you. Lots of prayers
ReplyDeleteAnne, Charlie, and Sarah Holmes
You're in our prayers. Can't imagine what your going through! The whole school and volleyball team will be thinking of you and Addy and Pat for sure. My family is praying for you too!
ReplyDeleteYour family and Addy espiacially is sure special! :)
Lots of Prayers and may God be with you!
Bre, Cindy, Steve, Austin, and Alyssa Fox.
Thinking of you and praying for you constantly. So sorry for your loss and the pain in this journey.
ReplyDeleteLove, hugs, and prayers,
Kristine and Elizabeth
Stephanie, my heart breaks for you and Pat. I can not imagine how difficult it would be to give Addy back to her maker. I can still see her beautiful face and smile at the volleyball games. Such a gorgeous little girl. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. The girls and I have prayed for your precious baby girl. Think of her everytime the sun is shining in your eyes.
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Candy/Derek Hostetter
Jessie/Shelbie Carnes