This picture was taken in May o8 prior to Reid's lip repair surgery. This is one of the only good shots I have of Reid's open palate. I know, he wasn't happy here...and it is sad to see...but it does show a great view of his palate!!!!! I have had so many people ask me about his palate, what it looks like, and what surgery will entail. I just wanted to show you a good visual...and show you how amazing it is that the kid can eat virtually "normal" and does so well! I will be excited for no more cheerios to fly out his nose at breakfast and for the toast sneezes to end. Reid has come a long way....and in 5 short days, we will head to the next phase of this journey with his palate surgery and gumline revision. We will keep you all posted as we progress through the week. Keep us in prayer. Reid is battling double ear infections right now. I just want him well for the surgery to take place. We hope for a full recovery from the ear infections....and plan to continue with surgery on Thursday unless we find out otherwise. Keep your fingers crossed for us....and your toes, too!
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I'll be thinking and praying of Reid! I can't wait to hear how it turns out. I wish you ALL the best during this surgery time. Just think - in no time, he'll be sucking through straws and saying all sorts of new words with the best of 'em!
We will be praying for you and Reid this week. His lip looked just like Jordan's but her palate looked different, she had two open sides with what we called a beam in the middle. We got one picture of her screaming at a couple days old but that was it. Best wishes this week. I'll be watching for updates.
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