Well, we made it to Houston last night. The "kangaroo crew" arrived at Primary's just after 4pm and we got to Texas Children's about 10pm local time. This is the plane we flew on, it had just enough room for Bridger's stretcher, the doctor, the nurse, respiratory therapist and me. Bridger was strapped into a makeshift carseat on a stretcher, I was worried that he would get stressed out being strapped in for so long, but he did great! Half way through the flight I was able to hold him for a bit, but he was too busy playing with the medical team to be held down by mom. Flying in, we were able to see the medical center, it is as big as Salt Lake-just the medical center! It is all very overwhelming. One of the big reasons we chose Texas was that they said I could sleep at the bedside, as I have been doing at Primary's. When we arrived, however, they said that I would have to sleep in the waiting room. After all that had happened yesterday, this about pushed me over the edge. I explained our situation, and how in the last 11 months I had only been away a handful of times, and in the end we worked it out. I had to sign a release to let Bridger sleep in a big bed with me, but we did it. I am ordering a sleep cot that I can tuck away during the day, so that he can sleep in a crib, but until it gets here, Bridger is stuck sharing with me. This morning, I went to start some laundry on the 16th floor and grabbed something to eat, but I got lost on my way back to the PICU. This hospital is 22 floors in itself and there are bridges to all of the other hospitals as well. I am not sure what I am doing, but I guess I'll figure it out. A couple of the benefits here are that I can eat in the room with Bridger and I don't have to leave for shift change. So even though, we are very far from all of our support and love at least Bridger and I can be together other than when I have to shower, get food or do laundry. We miss you all so much. This is the scariest thing that Danny and I have ever had to do, but when I get past my fear, I still fell that this is right for our son.
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What an adventure! I think I'd be a little terrified of 22 hospital floors--that might be too much for you and I to walk. But it does sound like an amazing place and overall pretty accomodating to you both. What's your impressions of the docs? Everyone smitten with Bridger already? How'd you all sleep last night?
I'm so happy you guys made it there safely,Staci I think you are absolutely amazing I thank Heavenly father every day that Bridger has you and Danny as parents.They say everything Bigger in Texas right....so its prefect Bridger's there,because he sure is Bigger then life. My heart and prayers are always with you I love you guys Nichole
Hey Staci- Wow, you're there! I am so glad you got the sleeping arrangements worked out already. That was probably very frustrating. The plane looks amazing in the picture, I sure am happy Bridger did so well on the trip. We all know this is what is best for Bridger, and are so glad things are moving so quickly. Please remember we are all praying for you all, and that we want to hear from you as much as possible. And we can't wait to see you both on the web cam! Love you soooo much! Try and stay strong!
Glad that you made it ok. Sending our thoughts and prayers your way. Just trust!
Staci-
We are so happy you two made it there safe and sound. We will continue to pray for all of you, you are an amazing family.
Love,
Lesa (Lillie) McSwain
Tom and Grace Lillie
Staci, I'm so happy that you guys made it!!! I feel blessed that I have had the opportunity to be involved in your life. Yesterday was a bitter/sweet good bye but in the end I was happy that it was me sending you off!! take care of my little man and give him lots of kisses for me and I will be seeing you guys soon on my little web cam ;) Take care and stay strong!!
Love,
Brookey
Wow, unbelievable!! I still can't believe it's come to all of this!! I'm sorry I haven't been physically there for you, but please know that I think and pray for you guys daily and I check for updates on your blog EVERYDAY! So keep updating!! Stay strong! I'm so glad you're doing this for Bridger! He's so lucky to have such good parents! Take Care!
I'm glad you got there without a hitch. Sorry about the whole sleeping arrangement. Way to stand your ground Stac! I wish I could walk those halls with you. You are such a strong woman and will get accustomed to the layout of the hospital soon. Hang in there. Thank you for updating. How is Bridger today?
Staci! I am so glad that you & Bridger made it safely. It sounds like Texas will be a great adventure. Please take care of yourself & our little man! Please keep us posted :)
Jamie F
I am so glad that you made it safe and sound. How overwhelming 22 floors. That is crazy! It sounds like you are in very capable hands. Sending lots of prayers.
I'll miss seeing you and Bridger whenever we are up at Primary's, it has always been nice to run into you and chat. I hope that the next time we see you two, Bridger will have a new heart and lungs!!! You guys are in our thoughts and prayers.
We are so glad you made it to Texas ok. You have our love and support and we are less then an hour from the hospital. Please let us know if you need anything at all. Anything! You are all in our prayers.
Hugs
When I saw the plane I said WOW! Then I realized you couldn't stand up in it, my heart started pounding and I broke into a sweat!
I am so proud of you making that trip...children have that wonderful power to make us do anything and everything for them...God bless the Kangaroo Crew
and momma too for that VERY BRAVE RIDE.
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