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This past Friday, we found out that Kahlia is scheduled for her Cardiac Cath THIS Friday - Sept. 10. I'm bummed because I will miss Brendon's first ever tackle football game, but we also don't want to prolong any procedure that will help her get closer to our final goal - her actual heart surgery. Tomorrow - David, Kahlia and I drive to Eugene to meet with her Cardiologist who often comes to a clinic there. It's a busy week as tomorrow is the kids' first day of school, and we just came home from Family Camp an hour in a half ago. What a wonderful time we had. :-) A family tradition we hope never to miss. Kahlia had a blast playing in the sand at the beach and lake, and I sat her down in grass for the first time. It was very interesting to watch her try to crawl, then FEEL the grass and look at her hands as pieces stuck to them. She was fascinated by the texture of grass. Since she was only scooting before, grass was never an option. Now that she is on her hands and knees almost exclusively, it is easier to put her down places - though still not as easy as if she were walking! We saw a cute little girl at the camp that turns 2 in October - it really put into perspective how very far behind Kahlia is, and yet she is making HUGE leaps and bounds - soaking in and learning every day.
We put her in the nursery at Family Camp - her first nursery experience ever. She did absolutely wonderful. When I went to leave - I said good bye to Kahlia, and she just looked up at me with a big smile and waved goodbye. Couldn't have been easier. However, she is beginning to show more assertiveness in what she wants or doesn't want. Good to see - though now the "real" parenting begins! :-) Though not big fits yet, the beginning of them for sure.
We are really hoping that the surgeon puts in a stint this time which is what they were going to do last time. It should help keep her O2 level higher longer. More details to follow as I know more. Please keep Kahlia in your prayers this Friday. We can't even check in until 11:00 - and she can have absolutely nothing to eat since the night before. Her actual procedure is at 1:00.