Santi Huron: And Whatsoever We Ask

“And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.”
I John 4:22

Today, Santi, his Daddy and I went to Gainesville for yet another of our weekly visits with Dr. Woo. It was a very good day. The sunshine, the fluffy white clouds, time to talk and pray….all blessings not to be taken for granted. I never consciously asked for these things, and yet God chose to give them to us……
Santi has gained yet another ounce and has been steadily gaining centimeters in height! We are so thankful! Dr. Woo is very pleased with the stretching and lengthening happening in Santi’s spine, which is proof that the traction is working. We met Dr. Mercado today…she is a resident shadowing Dr. Woo today and is pictured here with Santi.

It was interesting to hear Dr. Woo “test” her on what he was doing. We also chatted with James, a cast tech, who made us feel at ease with his fun personality and relaxing way with Santi.

We are consistent with Santi’s traction even when I “feel” like giving him a break out of his chair. The only times Santi is out of his wheelchair is to bathe and go to the bathroom; he is out of it during the night for sleep, but we put the weights on his halo even during his sleep. He is carrying 22 pounds now….can you imagine? He hasn’t complained or wished it could be over….I am not exaggerating this at all.
We are now counting down the days until surgery…..13 more days. Dr. Woo says he is mentally preparing himself for the big day. I’m sure I cannot even begin to understand what is in his mind, but we pray that God will give him wisdom in all his thoughts and that He will guide his hands during the 13 hour procedure.