From an extended time in surgery, Rapid Response, time in the ICU, a virus, then a bacteria, a huge abscess, a drain, countless tests and scans, and horrible pain—you might be wondering if this is all worth it. After all, this surgery was technically elective and we didn’t necessarily have to get it done, except that we did. . Ever since last summer’s festivities we planned (and were told to plan) on getting his reversal done, giving his body adequate time to rest over the following 6 months. . The past 6 months have been nothing short of bliss with him. I’m not even kidding. We turned a huge corner in managing his meds that made the true, sweet, funny, angelic Mason come out. Brandon and I could not get enough of him. There was/is something heavenly that oozed from him and it has been so beautiful to witness. . Mason regained his strength and took everything in stride these last few months. Not one complaint out of his mouth! Never does. He embraced his stoma bag and it only caused him a little anxiety when it needed to be changed out or had some issue with it. It wasn’t terrible, but it was messy, unpredictable, and no way to live life forever when there were still better (although still tedious) options. . Brandon and I both felt good going into the surgery and knew it was the right thing to do and even according to God’s will. Mason’s life has never been not directed by a sweet, loving Heavenly Father who knows Mason more than I do. I’ve said before that my confidence and faith in God’s perfect plan for Mason has never waivered- even when death came knocking time and time again. . Heavenly Father knows I accept His plan, trust Him—and in turn blesses me with peace and strength when I don’t think my heart can see this boy of mine suffer through one more thing! ❤️#ohmason

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