Did you know that there is such a thing as “Training in
Amazingness”? If you’re a nurse on the ICU of BC Children’s Hospital, you have
to possess a generous measure – just to get into the training. I know this from
personal experience. In case you haven’t any (personal experience, that is), here’s
a list of indicators:
- An expression of genuine privilege in caring for
our wee one - Singular attentiveness
- Respect, and consequently an ear, for our
journey - Intentional communication
- Tears, compassion, laughter, joy in the
heartaches and successes of baby’s condition and treatment - Honesty as to the reality of the situation
- A sense of dignity and space for times when we
aren’t strong and encouragement for times when we are
Our baby has a patched heart and her 7-8 cm incision in the
middle of her chest knits itself slowly. But she is alive and laughing and
walking (with help) and teething and doing most things a normal 11 month does.
Our hearts are also whole and full and brimming with thanks
for God’s grace and the kindness of so many who have taken it upon themselves
to get involved by praying, wishing, hoping, loving and letting us know how
much they care. You cared and we want to thank you for your part in Gabrielle’s
healing!
Amazingness!
