Last Tuesday we had the news about baby Camden confirmed by a specialist. Tuesday night an amazing friend stayed up until 2 a.m. researching about fetal surgery for spina bifida, a procedure that we were told about and quickly wrote off under the weight and emotion of the news we received. Wednesday Mindy's mom was also at work researching fetal surgery. That day the news started to sink in but then after hearing about fetal surgery being a viable option from this friend and Mindy's mom, we were upbeat and excited. On Thursday I called a center that does the fetal surgery in San Francisco and we started to move forward with a plan knowing full well that the Lord expects us to act. He answers our prayers when we are moving forward. It is much easier to steer a car when it is moving. On Friday, we drove to the regular doctor and the specialist to tell them in person that we needed the records sent to San Francisco in preparation for a phone consultation on Monday to see if we prequalify for the procedure. On Saturday, we were spiritually fed and uplifted by General Conference and then Mason had one of his front teeth knocked in. (It looks like it'll be fine.) On Sunday we watched one of the best sessions of General Conference that I can recall ever. Simply amazing! On Monday, Mindy was told by the fetal surgery center in S.F. that her placenta previa is complete which excludes her from the surgery. Mindy was crushed, but through her tears I still sensed that unwavering faith that she possesses and I wasn't about to give up hope. The Spirit had led us down this road. We want to do everything that we can for our son. He needs our help. Also on Monday, I learned that everyone at my work will be furloughed beginning October 21st pending a government resolution. Today (Tuesday) I got notice from my boss that I have received a promotion and a pay increase. (Oh the irony...) Tonight when Mindy picked me up, I saw a different look in her eye than she had last night. She looked more hopeful and peaceful. Then she added to the story by telling me that she had spoken with specialists in Denver and that they are willing to work with placenta previa although it presents added risks.
We of course will spend the next few days researching, considering, praying, and pondering about this new door that has just opened. But the words that have been floating around in this analytical mind that I just had to get out, couldn't wait for the rest of the story. You see tonight, I'm not as worried about the rest of the story. Because I know who is guiding this ship. He has once again shown His loving and all powerful hand in our lives. He has inspired people around us. Their kind words and deeds have allowed us to feel more of His love. He has given us words of comfort through His prophet and apostles. He has allowed us to look at our lives with a different perspective and appreciate the simple things more. He has given me a raise to help with some of the extra medical expenses. We now have even more faith in His Priesthood. And in the way that only He can through the Spirit, He has comforted and upheld us.
As we continue on this journey to do everything that we can for baby Camden, I will look forward to continuing to see His hand in all things. I've learned a new motto and it is one that I want to live by. It is simply this; Expect Miracles.
written by: Chris
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