Lookin' good!

We returned this morning from Josiah's follow-up cardiology appointment with the news that his heart looks very good! We are thrilled and praising God that so far it does not look like the inflammation from Kawasaki's has touched his heart or coronary arteries.

For this appointment we went downtown to The Children's Hospital's main campus. Once again, every nurse, tech, and doctor was exceptionally kind and gentle and caring. Joey was not real fond of being there at first, but once the decision was made to sedate him, suddenly everyone was his best friend as he calmly smiled and giggled his way through the rest of the tests. It was indeed entertaining and put us all at ease.

We are extremely pleased to know things are looking good right now, but we will also be returning for a third scan at the end of the month. If there is damage from Kawasaki's, it is certain to show up in the first six weeks. As long as that last scan shows all is clear, it will be the final one at this stage, and there will likely be no need for repeat scans each year, which is also great news!

Josiah does, however, have to remain on aspirin until his third echocardiogram. We continue to be cautious with his health during cold and flu season so as not to risk Reyes Syndrome. It's a little bit frustrating to feel like we have to continue being social hermits, but in the bigger picture it is totally worth it. And I suppose, looking on the bright side, it's keeping our whole family extra healthy for a while!

We are again so appreciative of everyone who has kept Josiah and our family in their prayers! Each day, we continue to see the hand of Jehovah-Rapha (the Lord our healer) touching his little life!