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3 weeks of CHOP

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I love CHOP.  Don't get me wrong--I really do!  But we have officially been here too long when I'm counting in weeks instead of days! 🙄

But the good news is that Abby had a great day today and was able to be off the bipap for TEN hours today!!  Our goal is 12, so she is almost there!  

In addition to Matt and Caleb being here, Abby also had another special visitor--a really live beauty queen!  My cousin's friend Ashley has been following Abby's story for a long time and we were finally able to meet today!

 

She brought Abby a bag of goodies, including her own crown and a pair of sparkly bedroom slippers!  Abby was in heaven!
 

Abby really enjoyed seeing Ashley's fancy crown.  She kept commenting on how sparkly it is! 

It was a great day, with lots more fun in store as my sister and her kids visit, and then my parents later in the week!  They will all be welcome distractions and motivators, for sure!

I'm so thankful for the progress.  We are getting there, friends!  God is healing those lungs, slowly but surely!  Thank you for praying!
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