Saturday, January 29, 2011

Superhero Brooklyn

It is amazing to me the way that Brooklyn is able to bounce back and be such a happy little girl after going through so much this week. We had a great day today! She hasn't been up and around since her surgery on Thursday morning, but getting up and walking is something that she needs to do before we are able to leave. I told her that we needed to try just a little bit today and although she was hesitant at first (because it still kind of hurt), she just took off. We went to visit our old roommate and then went to play in the playroom for awhile. We also had our first sponge bath today which was good & made her feel (and smell) better. She has to take all of these medications that taste terrible and even though she doesn't want to, she will grab them and squirt them into her mouth by herself. Her attitude and strength are so inspiring. Daddy & Brooklyn & I just did about six laps around the halls. She didn't want to stop and we didn't want her to stop. At one point she wasn't even holding our hands and she was jumping. She said "Me like a horsie" because we were following her with her IV cord that is attached to her catheter. She brings us so much joy and we are so thankful for every day.
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11 comments:

  1. AmandaJanuary 29, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    So glad to hear she's up and playing! Glad to be reading the updates and knowing how well Brookie is doing. Praying for continued strength for all of you! Love - Amanda & Brian

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  2. UnknownJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    I hate that she's going thru all if this but this post has me smiling. I'm so glad to hear how strong she's doing. She makes me feel confident she's not going to let this get the best if her and she will overcome it stronger than ever. I love you all so much.

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  3. christinaJanuary 30, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    What a praise! Way to go Brooklyn!! Thanks for the detailed updates it's good to hear all about your days there and how little Brooklyn is doing.

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  4. RobinJanuary 30, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    That's so awesome to hear! One of the things I have been praying is that God would give her courage, strength and peace. Praise God for his faithfulness! Our continued prayers go up for you all. love, Robin

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    She's such a trooper! Such an inspiration to all of us! Thank you for keeping us all updated. Still praying! Love you all! The Kennedy's!!!!

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Yes indeed, Brooklyn is a superhero! "The nut doesn't fall far from the tree!" You are ALL Superheroes, the Frank Family Six! You have always impressed me and inspired me, Kristin, and never more than now. I know that you and Mike would trade places with your baby girl in an instant if you could. Brooklyn is leading the way for us all! She came to this world with the spunk and spirit of thousands. We love you all so much...feel the love, feel the prayers...it surrounds you all and it is infinite! Kathy, Bruce and girls

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  7. FrizzyJanuary 30, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    So happy to hear this news! Can't add anthing new or different to what those those above me have already expressed so well.

    Continuing to send you love and prayers. Will your parents be at the church in the morning? I could bring your dinner then if you like that way it's ready when you are.

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Brooklyn is such an inspiration! I will continue to pray for Brooklyn and your beautiful family.
    Taylor

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    We are so proud of your brave little girl. We are following her journey everyday. Please know that we think of you and your family often and you are in our prayers. We love you!

    Love,
    Ryan, Christina, Dylan and Adelynn Buechler

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  10. MindyJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    With Supermom for her mom how could Brooklyn be anything BUT a sweet little superhero herself?! Praying for continued courage and strength for Brooklyn and all of you and thank you for your updates. Love, Mindy

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  11. DeanJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Glad to hear that Saturday was a good day and that Brooklyn is able to bounce back and be such a happy little girl despite what she has to go through.

    Brooklyn is the cutest, superhero "horsie", no question! I can picture her jumping in the hallway. She was enjoying those laps with her Mommy and Daddy. Her little spirit was happy. Children are truly blessings from God.

    Hope her old roommate is doing ok too.

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