Africa certainly has presented many life time 'firsts' since arriving here 5 weeks ago. This one's definitely right up there in the 'top 10'. Since Baby Solomon's surgery last Monday, his body has been trying to heal and recover. The key test on whether all the 'plumbing work' has been successful, according to Dr. Mike, is seeing evidence coming out the 'pipe'....yes, as the modern, revised, 21st century translation of the Old Testiment describes it....poop....or as the local Kenyans in Kijabe pronounce it..."poopie". As of today, this key evidence hasn't appeared. He's still only on IV feeding until this happens. Meaning, mama can't do what she does best! Doc had to take baby Solomon back to surgery yesterday to insert a feeding tube into his chest so he could start getting more nutrition. Once he passes this key event, mama can start feeding him again and medical team can begin to plan for the next phase. Until then, we just need to pray for "poopie". Here's a pic of baby Solomon taken a few days ago. He had to make it through many, many needle pricks trying to find veins, as well as his first few hair cuts/shaves. But he's a strong little boy and a real fighter. So is his Mom and Dad! It has been amazing and a blessing to witness their strength of heart and courage. We love you David and Mary.
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