Making the Rounds

We just finished meeting with the doctors and nurses making their morning rounds. Tessa is doing very well. The results of all of her blood tests have been great. Her ventilator settings are good. It is obvious that a decision for surgery to fix the PDA does not have a clear cut answer. They do not want to put her through surgery if she is doing well and it is not necessary. The need to fix the PDA is influenced by so many factors. They will complete the echocardiogram later this morning and look at the results. It may give them a better idea as to the need for surgery.
We had a good night at the Ronald McDonald House. It was great being right across the street. We were able to get some rest and Tessa is also sleeping comfortably. She is slightly sedated to help her better tolerate the ventilator. We've said it before but God has truly given us a beautiful gift in this little girl.

Isaiah 49:1
Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name.