Day 5

Can you believe we are on day 5 of this crazy/amazing/emotional adventure? Me either.

Kirstin:

The plasma exchange didn't work yesterday. Half way through she got a hive in her eye and they had to stop so as I type she is again having a plasma exchange with extra meds to help keep the hives away. Cross your fingers, or whatever you do for good luck, and here's to hoping the plasma exchange goes well.

After we deal with her plasma we are back to dealing with her kidneys. Back to dialysis. This process will most likely continue for quite a while. As long as its helping we are all for it. Besides, last time she had it she took off 10 lbs! Where do I sign up??? Okay, not funny but there's gotta be an up side, right?

Hazel:

She has everybody wrapped around her teeny tiny little fingers. But most of all her parents. She got some more mommy and me time this morning and I honestly think this little girl would live to be 100 if she could just be held by Kirstin forever.

We just love, love, love this baby.

Travis:

Travis is feeling yucky (yes that is the medical term). A sore throat has cropped up so we ask for prayers on his behalf. He has been through the ringer this week. Lets pray for a quick recovery!

Happy Day 5 everyone! Go hug someone you love!

Mother And Daughter

Our prayers have been answered! Kirstin and Hazel were able to snuggle today! When I say snuggle I mean really, really snuggle. This was a first for them.

Hugs were given.

Kisses were shared.

"I love you's" were exchanged.

Hazel LOVED every second of it.

Kirstin LOVED every second of it.

They were mother and daughter just hanging out and loving one another.

*sigh* This just makes me happy.

Thank You

Again, we just wanted to say that we are so thankful for all the messages of love. The phone calls, e-mails, texts and flowers are extremely thoughtful. We wish we could get to you all. We soon will; just please bear with us. Know that we have felt every ounce of love and concern coming from you. We love you.

Love, The Jim Forsberg's and The Tom Reed's

Isn't She Lovely?

That song keeps running through my head. Kirstin and Hazel continue to amaze and we are so proud of both of them. These past few days have been such a blessing. Enjoy these family photos.Mother and Daughter
Hazel Lynnette Reed
3 generations
3 lbs. 11 ozs!

The previously mentioned lovely locks. Look at that beautiful hair!

Grandma and Grandpa Forsberg with grand baby #5

Grandma and Grandpa Reed and Auntie Robin.

Happy little family.

My mom wanted to make sure that everyone knows how grateful she and my dad are for all your thoughts, prayers and help. The food deliveries have been heaven sent and they are grateful you are making it possible for them to stay and help Kirstin and Travis in whatever way they can. Everything is so appreciated! Everything! According to mom Hazel is the perfect little missionary. No surprise there. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Love to you all!

And Baby Makes Three

Just enjoy.

Families are forever.

Dialysis

Dialysis is done for today and Kirstin did really well. She is a real trooper. It took about 3 hours. Tomorrow we will find out if it was enough or if she will have to repeat the process. She was able to have some mac and cheese tonight which is her first real meal since her c-section. Hazel is hanging on. This child is tough as nails. Thank you to everyone for all you are doing. More later!

Kirstin Needs You

We have just found out that Kirstin needs to have dialyses today. This is not entirely unexpected but we were really hoping she would not have to go through this. She is nervous and we are worried. Please keep her in your prayers. Dialyses is today at 1 pm eastern standard time.

Hazel is doing well but she is getting weaker. She is such a strong girl and we love her. She loves to hold hands and she loves her parents and grandparents. Uncle Anders called yesterday via satellite phone from his cutter somewhere in the Atlantic and Hazel got to talk (grunt and coo) to him. Hazel loves her Uncle Anders and he loves her.

Please keep your thoughts and prayers with Kirstin, Hazel and Travis. Thank you!