Scope Report

The ENT did a scope of Cooper's trachea today to determine the extent of damage from last weeks trachea attempt. The good news is the rupture is healing and a dye test revealed no leakage. Cooper appears to have no brain damage; however he will need to be sedated for another 2 weeks for the healing to complete. This is two more weeks of not being up and alert and learning. We pray that God is working on the things Cooper needs. At the end of the 2 weeks, another scope will be done and then a trachea tube inserted. In the meantime his red blood cells are low and transfusions have been required. We are grateful for the support of the Knoxville, Seymour and Sevierville communities as well as the prayers from around the world!

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"Waiting is so hard" said the little christian!

Waiting. Waiting. I am such an impatient christian. But God knows this. I prayed with my friend today, "Please don't ask us to wait," we foolishly prayed. And we wait. Not because God is not aware of our need but because He is the One who holds our answers. Cooper's parents requested a meeting with the doctors today. It was scheduled for 3. It was cancelled. Rescheduled for tomorrow. Can the trachea be fixed?...tomorrow...will we know tomorrow?...God knows today. Cooper is His today, yesterday, and tomorrow. Sometimes I think I am so "good" to trust God with our boy; but I am learning that it is God who has entrusted us to look after his little boy,Cooper.
I have a lullabye I sing to Cooper: "Today" by John Denver. Some of the lyrics are "Today is my moment; Today is my treasure, and I'll laugh and I'll cry and I'll sing." If you get a chance listen to the simple song about enjoying what we are given today. Today we have Cooper and I rejoice! GrandmaRie

Trachea surgery complications

Cooper was taken into surgery early this morning. There was an opening in the surgeon's schedule. While attempting to trach him, a soft area in his trachea was ruptured. They have placed a balloon and a vent tube in and administered paralytic drugs. A Dr. Jagar has been called in. It may be a long as three days before a repair can be attempted. Brooks is traveling to Emily.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day! Our "tiny man" has been awake and trying hard to communicate with us the last few days. He is still on the vent and very tired of having that tube down his throat! Monday and Tuesday he was responsive to touch and voice and he was able to open both eyes! (Did I tell you they are beautiful? Just like his mommy's eyes!)

After much deliberation it has been concluded that a trach is the next best bet at helping Cooper be able to wake up completely and get back to the business of being a baby. He has not had a lot of oppurtunity to be a baby but he is really good at it! The surgery is scheduled for Tuesday Feb 20. Of course, schedule is a very foreign word. Please pray that it might be sooner so he will have less frustration to deal with.

Emily ("Mommy") is doing well under the stress of decisions and separation from Brooks (husband and "Daddy") as he is here in Knoxville area working and managing the "home front." Please say a special prayer for Brooks as his Great-uncle "Hack" who has been a father figure to Brooks is having serious heart problems.

I met "our" Dr. Markert on this visit and she is remarkable. I am so grateful to God for her knowledge and faith. As well as her genuine love for the DeGeorge babies who come under her care.

Please watch the blog and WATE Channel 6 for information in the next few days on a Benefit Breakfast on March 3 from 7am to 11 am at First Baptist Church of Concord. (This is in the Farragut Community.) Cooper's Great-great Aunt Grace Hartzog and Great Aunt Nancy Sartin are doing a blessed thing in support of the Ogle Family! We are so blessed to have such a God-loving family and extended community! All proceeds will go to the Cooper Ogle Medical Fund!

And on this day of romantic love, I am moved by the love and support you all have shown for this precious little family. Gratefully, Cooper's "GrandmaRie" (Donna)

Difficult night at the PICU

Please pray, Cooper was fine last night preparing to go to a "Step-Down Unit" but around midnight he had one of the unexplained "episodes" he is back on the vent and his blood gases are very low. A team is meeting right (10:30am) now to determine what is going on. Ask for God's hand of guidance! donna.

"Have you been Cooperized?"

"Good Morning Everyone!" -- Little Coop

Here I am breathing on my own! I woke up for awhile and was suprised to see my Daddy; who held me and made me feel safe. I coughed a lot and smiled really big to let him and Mommie know that I am alright! I am going to rest alot this week because I hope to be in my own room next week where I can cuddle with Mommie all I want!! Dr. Markert told Mommie she was amazed at how alert I am. Love to you all, Little Coop

OFF the VENT! Breathing for dear life!

He is still quite fragile but we are thanking God that Cooper is breathing on his own. He still has oxygen support but he is off the ventilator! He is beginning to wake up just in time for his Daddy to visit for the weekend! Still trusting in the One who love the little children!