Even though we made it to the gate we now had to figure out how to get all this stuff on the plane. The Delta guy was worried but nice about it and of course the flight was overbooked so there was no extra seat to use. That was okay because it was fine having Ainsley on my lap, she was really great. The worst part was trying to fit the suction machine between my legs with the diaper bag at my feet. When I had to go to the bathroom it was a challenge to get out. Joanne learned how to suction so I could go pee. She did great! We did have a scare when we traded off somehow the velcro on Ainsley's trach tie came undone. I noticed it because something sounded weird. When I saw that her tie was open I tried to tighten it but it wasn't fitting. That didn't make sense and even though I couldn't see her very well because it was so crowded I could tell that she looked distressed and was actually starting to turn blue. Finally I looked under the trach and could see that 3/4 of the cannula was out of place. Thank God it didn't come out completely or it would have turned into an ugly scene. I was able to slide it back in and reattach the velcro tie and she pinked up right away but was still shook up for awhile. Poor girl. It scared us both. Of course our first accidental decann would happen on an airplane. Thank God I noticed. With the sound of the engine it would be easy to ignore the "strange sound".
The flight attendants helped us carry our "carry-ons" to baggage claim to pick up yet more luggage. Again people being really nice and helpful. Then we caught a shuttle out to the Vernon Manor. It's a nice place. I was thrilled to find that I'd been upgraded to an apartment suite. So I have a full kitchen with a full size refrigerator, a microwave, stove and dishwasher! It'll make it so much easier to make her blended formula. It has a dining room, living room and large walk in closet that's big enough to fit our 3 suitcases, stroller, carseat, oxygen concentrator & medical supplies with room to spare. And my friend Tina sent a beautiful boquet of flowers so it smells great. It was late so we ordered a pizza from Adriatico's (really good) and had a much needed glass of wine. Not a bad way to spend your 40th birthday. Now I'm going to get some much needed sleep.
Happy Birthday,Susan!
ReplyDeleteWe are glad you made it there safely!
Good luck to you three this week!
Love,
Todd
Susan!!
ReplyDeleteHow big has Ainsley grown!!
I just found your blog again and i am AMAZED at her progress!!
The house looks great, Adrian and Elie look great, too.
I hope you are doing good, too.
Take care and keep it up!! whatever you are doing, it is working!
:-)
Julie
Victor's mom