It’s been a big week. For those that haven’t heard, Taylor got to come home for good on Friday! We also just found out today that she is going to be approved for in-house nursing for 8 hours a day! This will be a huge help for the family. Below is an update that Tammy sent last night. I’m so proud of all of them, and am grateful for the blessings the Lord has bestowed.
Late addition: On the downside, Taylor has been running a temp off an on through the day and Tammy has taken her back to Pitt as a precaution. May the Lord continue to bless her and heal our little angel.
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A lot has transpired over the last several days. On Friday, our family became whole again... we brought our baby girl home! As I was leaving the hospital, I found myself with a mix of emotions. I was so extremely happy that the day had finally come to bring Taylor home. However, I was also nervous and sad to be saying good bye to the friendships I have made with the rehab staff. The nurses, therapist, and doctors there have become part of our extended family. They were sad, but also happy to see her go. We will never forget what they have done for our little Taylor....
Having Taylor home has been wonderful. The boys are adjusting to her and Jeff and I are trying to figure out how to balance everything. It's like bringing home a newborn again!!! Tate walks around the house saying, "baby." He tries to love on her, but doesn't realize flopping down on top of her is not what we want to see. Tanner is doing an outstanding job playing the big brother role. He constantly tells us that he loves his baby sister.
Today, we brought Taylor to church. As, I sat there and listened to the choir sing, I had such an overwhelming feeling of gratitude. Here we were, surrounded by our church family who has been praying for our little darling for almost 5 months now. You could feel the love all over the church. Jeff and I are very blessed to be a part of such a great church family!
This afternoon, I was talking to a friend of mine about Taylor. She shared with me how Taylor's story has changed her life. She expressed that she was back in church and that her church asked about Taylor every Sunday. I think, through God, Taylor has changed a lot of lives including mine and Jeff's. Taylor has given us strength, taught us how to be patient, and reminded us not to take anything for granted. She has also taught us to have FAITH. I remember the first day Taylor was in the ICU. The doctors said many times, "IF" Taylor makes it through the night... As, scary as it was, God was always there for our little girl and he's here for us, too. I think a lot of people have grown spiritually because of the strength Taylor has shown. We are going to keep holding on to our faith in Jesus and keep praying for our little princess. She has come so far and we are so blessed to have her in our lives!
Tammy
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"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41:10
God Bless
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2 comments:
Amen girl! You have said it perfectly. Taylor indeed has been a source of inspiration, and a true testament to what having faith can do in one's life. I know that as a person, and as a mother, Taylor has taught me so many things. As a mother, Taylor, as well as you and Jeff, has taught me to stand up for my child, advocate for my child, and never settle. As a person, she ahs taught me to perservere, and never give up! She is truly a God send, an angel sent to earth to show so many people so many amazing things, and the true power of family, friends, and faith. I am so glad that you are all as "one" now at home,I know it is nice. And praise God that you are getting in home help 8 hours a day! As I have said before, and will always proclaim, taylor is not done showing us what she can do yet, and neither is the Lord. We love you all!
Love,
The Buckley Family
Praise the Lord!! It has been a long bumpy road full of twists and turns, but thank God you made it through the journey. I continue to pray for Taylor daily and the rest of your extended family. May God continue to bless and keep you all and I am soooo happy to hear the good news of Taylor's homecoming. Pam Keil, Jacksonville, NC
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