Tom Gets the Yellow Slip

The past four weeks have been quite eventful in the Powell family. We executed six doctor's appointments and thankfully, proud Daddy attended most of the visits! Little Tom continues to amaze us everyday, it is hard to believe what a rough start he endured to make it here! I am so proud of my little angel, I thought I would brag on him for the entire post...and yes, next post I might just focus on sweet Elizabeth.

A walk down memory lane...the first time I was able to see Tom

(which was his second day of life) this was the unimaginable sight my eyes viewed

For days, we were only able to touch his hand briefly and long

for the moment our arms could embrace our small miracle

Now, he has tripled in size...

...he has much better fashion sense

But still continues to love on the ladies!!!

These pictures were taken during our Cardiologist appointment,

and, of course, Tom had another EKG

He weighed-in just over 15 pounds (15.5) and never complained

once during the exam

The results are in and the news is great. We received the yellow, discharge paper that said....

No more medicine, no more EKGs, no more visits for a year!!!

For the first time in his life, over 300 days, Tom is 100% drug-free.

We are so happy!!!

Off to another appointment...and hopefully the momentum will continue

Daily I wonder if there will be any development delays for Tom in the future, but I remind myself that I cannot fast-forward time and predict the future. He is growing so fast that I need to enjoy this precious time where I can cuddle him in my arms and not worry about things out of my control. As parents, Tom and I remain focused on the present and thankful for the many blessing we have received. Reflecting on the roller coaster month of August 2007 - I realize how lucky we are to have Tom here with us and not watching down on us. Tom continues to meet and surpass each milestone - he is right behind Elizabeth. The neurologist says more positive things with each visit (which is definitely a great sign!), we continue to participate in physical therapy each week and are eager to "cross-off" the long list of specialists that we visit frequently. All in all, life is good - life is very good.