Friday, September 05, 2008

looking up

Things are looking up around here.  This photo is of my twins, looking up at "La Tour Eiffel" in Paris where we had a picnic in June.  The lights had just gone on and it was a mesmerising sight.  Note both boys have "right" legs bent.  It must be a twin thing.

My son on the left is recovering from a nine day hospital stay and he is making progress daily.
The outpouring of support from family and friends has been so overwhelming.  Just like those lights, his life changed all too quickly with an infection that required surgery on his "right" hip and antibiotics to treat the infection.   All of this made for a scary time for our family. 

Oddly enough my son on the "right" had an elective surgery on his "right" leg prior to his twin and he is back to his happy healthy self.   It truly must be metaphysical for both boys, twins to have had surgery on their respective right legs.

Thank-you to each of you for your thoughts, your prayers, and humor which helped me to be strong for my family.  

21 comments:

Kwana said...

Wonderful picture, Patricia. Still sending good vibes your way. Much love to your family.

pve design said...

kwana,
thanks for being you and for visiting and sending out "unconditional" love and support!
patricia

Emily said...

I'm so glad to hear some progress has been made and that he's doing better each day. Prays are still being sent your way.

pve design said...

emily-
thanks for all your good vibes!
patricia

Topsy Turvy said...

Glad to hear things are looking up, Patricia. Your boys are just so cute!

-Lana

Pamela Terry and Edward said...

I am relieved to hear he is doing better. What a wonderful photo of your handsome boys. Made all the more so when you know what they're gazing at. There is something strangely magical about the connection between twins. It must be beautiful to watch unfold!

BEST OF THE NEST said...

Many blessings to your boys- Hope both of their recoveries are swift!

simply seleta said...

You're such an amazing mom for staying so strong. So glad to hear all is well. All the more reason to join me in my virtual cocktail party today. Thanks!

Ellen Gerstein said...

I saw Mr. PVE last night and he told me that things are going better. So glad to hear!

Kim said...

Haven't you learned by now that if one gets attention - the other has to have just as much if not more!! hehehe!!

Check out my blog - got something today - IN LOVE!!!

Mrs.French said...

this picture pulls at my heart...I wish the best for those beautiful boys of yours.

Elizabeth said...

It's good to know both your boys are doing well.

This is a great picture.

Unknown said...

oh my, i've been gone for so long and so much has happened!~ i am so glad to know the surgeries went well. so scary for all of you. i hope you can feel my prayers coming at you from the west....
you must be so proud to be the mom of such beautiful children.

Marnie said...

glad things are looking up for you and the family - especially the twin who was under the weather.

Melissa Lewis said...

Patricia, so sorry to hear about your son's infection. Definitely praying for him and your family.

N said...

What a wonderful photo of your beautiful sons. It would make a great portrait.

So glad to hear he is home and on the mend. I've been thinking of you much this week.

Hope you all stay cozy in the coming rains this weekend...!

DittoDave said...

Just read this and I'm relieved to know all is OK.
That is a great picture of your boys.

Style Court said...

Patricia -- so happy to hear your son is on the mend. I'll be thinking of you and your family. Also, lovely Shaker post.

London Calling said...

Wishing you and yours well. Glad to hear he is on the mend!

Fifi Flowers said...

Very scary... look forward to these updates... hope they continue to get better and better!
Amazing that bond between twins!

katiedid said...

I am so glad both boys are on the mend! It must have been a very nervous time. I am a worrier when I comes to my girls...so I hope you did not have to worry too much! Twins!!!! and so handsome....it must be nice to have TWO! Sending very good wishes your way to you and your lovely family.