Friday, December 4, 2009

Long Road Ahead

Well chapter 1 shifted to chapter 2 quickly and it is apparent the road ahead is going to be just as long if not longer than the previous. It is another situation where being here awhile is actually an expected, and rather better scenario for Braden.

He is on day 2 in the NICU and in the doctors exact words he is in extremely critical condition with an uncertain outcome. This is obviously an extremely scary situation for us as parents and another reminder we are all in for a long journey. I wish I could sum up one issue with Braden, but at this point the list is quite extensive from high blood pressure, to lung development, to infection, etc. This is another hour by hour situation and getting through the next few days is critical, as will be the next several weeks.

We are so thankful again to the unconditional support from all of you. It is nothing short of priceless to get your emails, texts, and word-of-mouth well wishes. We have been running one of our dearest friends Jennifer "Whatever/Whenever" Brown around town helping us with things and many of you following the blog have been instrumental in helping us get through this, thank you.

This is the best way to stay tuned in to the progression of Braden. We will likely be here through the weekend before heading home early next week once Julia has fully recovered from surgery. Braden is taking things day by day and is certain to be here weeks if not months.

Love to you all and please keep the prayers coming.

Betts Family

14 comments:

  1. Sending all of our love to you guys. We are continuing to pray for you all. You two are strong loving parents and rely on each other during this time. We are here thinking of you and surround you with positive thoughts as long as it takes.

    Love you guys,
    The Parras

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  2. I hope you can feel the love and prayers coming from around the corner, down the hall, and through the double doors.

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  3. We are continuing to send prayers and faith your way. We cannot stop thinking about you and baby Braden. I know he is a fighter and strong like his parents. Know that you are surrounded by so much positive energy from your friends and family.

    Love always,
    The Pankos

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  4. Your strength and positivity got Braden to 28 weeks. Now it will get him to 28 years(after that he should be on his own.) We know he has those good Betts/Godley genes with the fortitude to tackle anything in his way.

    You guys are loved by so many people, ready and willing to mobilize when you say the word. But your "W" button is always ready for action. We love you tons. -- jenn and scoob

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  5. We're sending lots of prayers up to the big guy upstairs. Been thinking about ya'll a ton and hoping for the best. Braden's got the heart of a Longhorn and the fight of an Aggie, so I'm sure he's one tough cookie. A ton of love to all of you. The Pafk crew.

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  6. I don't know what else to say other than to reitterate that we are all constantly thinking about and praying for you guys and for the health and wellness of Braden. Stay strong and know you are all loved by so many! Love you all!

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  7. Visiting family in Tennessee this weekend and I've got them on the prayer train for you! Love and good thoughts! Whit

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  8. constantly thinking and praying for you guys - our moms and their churches are as well - positive thoughts your way! much love - the McDonells

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  9. Minute by minute, hour by hour, day by day.... We just keep you all lifted up in prayer. Taking it one step at a time, rejoicing in each bit of news about Braden, praying without ceasing...hoping for continued improvement is all we can do... Hope, Pray, and Wait. Thanks for the continued postings and updates. I go back and read them over and over several times a day hanging on to every word.
    Love, Nana

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  10. We are praying for you all. It is amazing to think of all those prayers going up to God for Braden William Betts and his mommy and daddy and grandparents who all love him so much...and the Wonderful, Gracious God who hears them. Thank you for the updates. David and Tricia Rickaway

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  11. Love and light and prayers continue your way for this journey you all are on.

    Especially love.

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  12. With your love and dedication, I just know Braden will get stonger every minute. I wish you guys only good news over the next few days. We're all thinking of you! - Jen Dawkins

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  13. Thinking of all three of you a lot today!

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  14. Heartfelt healing, love and prayers I am sending to my grandson, Braden the fisty fighter, Julia my most precious and strong daughter and Brian my incredible courageous son-in-law. This journey of Mr. Little Braden will have surprises, scary moments, victories and beautiful miracles. Love to you all, Gammy

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