nola natalie,jeff,amy

[papafrog]

just wondering how the baby, and parents are doing...
i had heard natalie was hospitalized...
much love and healing wishes to jeff and amy, and natalie...

[PaulC]

just wondering how the baby, and parents are doing...
i had heard natalie was hospitalized...
much love and healing wishes to jeff and amy, and natalie...

lovin' that family,... so very much wishin' that all is well with natalie....

one more happy belated birthday wish to that cutie pie sista' of that big ol' jeff dude......

[Amy Winette]

Thanks guys!

Paul, Katie had such a great time in NOLA she skipped school and extended her trip by 4 days!

We're still in ICU with Natalie. She has hemangiomas in her airway and they were slowly weaning her off her steroids. Just a little too much with everything else going on and the different air than she's used to . . . Started having breathing problems and they decided they needed to check her in and get her on very strong IV steroids. She's doing alright in here, can't say she loves it, but all her panels came back negative for any infections so at least we can pick her up and hold her without gloves and masks and gowns now!

They're keeping her at least 2 more days, so we'll be changing our flights home.

[VWGal]

Glad to hear she's on the mend, and you will soon be safe and sound back home. I hope you're being taken care of too...a little girl needs her mummy and daddy! :)

[ScoopJohnD]

Yay for Natalie and her steady recovery! :) More good thoughts and prayers from Joisey.

[drdennis]

little natalie comes from good breeding stock -only the strong can survive those long montana winters! no doubt that wwoz playing in the background in natalie's icu room is speeding her recovery :)

[Amy Winette]

Thx Scoop!

[kt luvs bigsam]

Thanks guys!

Paul, Katie had such a great time in NOLA she skipped school and extended her trip by 4 days!

We're still in ICU with Natalie. She has hemangiomas in her airway and they were slowly weaning her off her steroids. Just a little too much with everything else going on and the different air than she's used to . . . Started having breathing problems and they decided they needed to check her in and get her on very strong IV steroids. She's doing alright in here, can't say she loves it, but all her panels came back negative for any infections so at least we can pick her up and hold her without gloves and masks and gowns now!

They're keeping her at least 2 more days, so we'll be changing our flights home.


2 more days away from the snow! Thats not too bad ;)
Aw little Nat- she'll be up and visiting with everyone soon enough though! Tellin them all about the crazy things she saw at JF! :-D And it will only make her that much stronger.

Love you guys and hope you got to enjoy a good dinner!


Thanks for the belated bday wishes PaulC. It was certainly special.

[mwgirlonherown]

Wow! An eventful first Jazzfest for Nat.

I hope she has a speedy recovery. Much love and healing.

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Amy, I know how hard this is on mom and dad. BTDT and I clearly remember how much I depended on friends and family for support during those days. Natalie is improving, she's in good care, the labs are favorable, and you and Jeff are surrounded by love.

Keep us posted, or not, as your energy and emotions allow. Regardless of your ability/energy to post, know that many folks are holding your hand through cyber-space and thoughts and prayers reach out to you all.

[jerseygirl67]

So glad to hear that Nat is doing better! She's a strong little cutie!!! You are all in my prayers!!!

[stynger]

glad things are better with the youngest threadhead. all healing vibes her way. she is a cutie.

[csoul]

Potters - Just saw this thread. So sorry to hear little Natalie was under the weather, but happy she's on the road to feeling better. The Soul's are in town until late tomorrow afternoon. If you all need anything at all, give a shout grepriATsafecoDOTcom............Hope Natalie's feeling 100% in a big hurry!

[chrisjoseph]

thinking good positive thoughts for Natalie...

[Amy Winette]

Thanks everyone! Threadheads are the best. Natalie's just sleeping on Daddy right now -- they both look pretty happy :) I should get a pix!

[Amy Winette]

Oh, and she took a little nap today about 4:30 so we decided to go see the Nevilles close out Fest. She JUST woke up when we got back at 8, what a great little one :)

[ScoopJohnD]

Oh, and she took a little nap today about 4:30 so we decided to go see the Nevilles close out Fest. She JUST woke up when we got back at 8, what a great little one :)

:)

[tangledupinblue]

Oh my little sweetie!!! Prayers and love to the POTTERS! Nothing but the best people!!! So great to spend time with you.
GPS....LOL

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/klsarge/IMG_0986.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Aww, what a sweet pix of other Amy and Natalie! :)

I'm back to hating Delta -- they're charging us $300 a tix to change our flights :(

[justagirl]

I'm just checking in, I hope Natalie is doing just fine by now. It was so nice to meet the family at the patry. Ya'll are a beautiful family and Natalie just just so sweet, cute and a very good baby.

[pokerchick66]

Oh my little sweetie!!! Prayers and love to the POTTERS! Nothing but the best people!!! So great to spend time with you.
GPS....LOL

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/klsarge/IMG_0986.jpg

Fantastic picture! I'm jealous of you, Amyloves, as I didn't get to snuggle the baby at all. :(

Be strong, baby Nat! Love you!!

[Amy Winette]

Aww, PC, I wish you would have gotten to snuggle her too!

We're still here, they moved us from the ICU but this morning's doc said we're probably here til Thursday so they can wean the IV steriods and then watch her for a day on just oral steroids. At least we can sleep in her room now.

[pokerchick66]

Aww, PC, I wish you would have gotten to snuggle her too!

We're still here, they moved us from the ICU but this morning's doc said we're probably here til Thursday so they can wean the IV steriods and then watch her for a day on just oral steroids. At least we can sleep in her room now.

Yayyy! See? You have a smart baby; this was all just a covert operation on her part to keep you guys in New Orleans longer.

I should have gotten in the minivan with yall last night.

[Muffaletta Diver]

Healing wishes out to the Potter Krewe...

[Cleophus]

Sending good vibes to baby, and mom & dad!

[VWGal]

Glad to hear Nat's making progress...she's a little trooper! Going to fest and patries already! Keep us posted Amy, we are pulling for y'all to get home in good shape.

[Belle]

Keep up up to date please. Lots of Aunties and Uncles need to know how things are going. She is a lucky girl to be surrounded by such a big family and great mom and dad too! Wishing you good healing!

[Headless Hornman]

Glad Natalie's doing better; the first post in this thread was heart-stopping but thankfully I got to it late and the good updates followed. Here's more TH vibes to get y'all home soon!

[kt luvs bigsam]

Aw man you guys are probably ready to get home soon, but like Monica said... you're in New Orleans longer now!
Love to the little girl!
I miss her!!!!!!
And i sorta miss you guys too.
lol just kidding.

That picture is really cute up there.

[Zydekitten]

Much love and healing karma to Miss Natalie :) !!!

Amy and Jeff, if there's anything I can do for you while you're still in town - just let me know, I'm happy to help!!

. . . and if you don't get well soon, young lady:

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/Kittehs/FeelBetterCat.jpg

[Festngator]

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u133/Festngator/DSCN2791.jpg

[jolie]

So sorry to learn of this... glad to hear she's on the road to recovery!! Y'all take care of yourselves...
I read of some air quality warning in the area today. Be careful folks...

[Ms. Festngator]

Hi guys:
Just got home and hope you all will be able to do the same soon. Glad to hear Natalie is on the mend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys. Big hugs, Vicki

[pokerchick66]

Aw man you guys are probably ready to get home soon, but like Monica said... you're in New Orleans longer now!
Love to the little girl!
I miss her!!!!!!
And i sorta miss you guys too.
lol just kidding.

That picture is really cute up there.

It was so great meeting you, Katie! Wish I could have spent more time with you. :)

[Amy Winette]

Thanks everyone! Not much new to report; Steph & Jay just brought us some po boys and muffs so we could get a break from hospital food. The ENT specialist is back tomorrow so we're looking forward to talking to him and seeing what he says. We did get our house closed today -- the title company came to the hospital! Little trooper isn't happy to be stuck in this little room with an IV in her foot, but she's hanging in there.

[kapeman]

Amy thanks for the update- just got home- and just want to add my good wishes and prayers to you and Jeff, and precious Natalie. We all appreciate you letting us know how all of you are doing. Continued healing wishes your way.

[kt luvs bigsam]

It was so great meeting you, Katie! Wish I could have spent more time with you. :)

Monica!
From the short moment I got to hang out with you I can tell that you are a blast!

We'll see each other again... and get some drinks :D

[glinda]

Much healing karma and love to all the Potters. Sounds like all will be well and you'll be in your new home together soon.

[LisaRI]

Thanks so much you guys for all you did with the raffle, I hope Natalie is feeling better soon!!!! wishing you a safe journey home....

[pokerchick66]

Monica!
From the short moment I got to hang out with you I can tell that you are a blast!

We'll see each other again... and get some drinks :D

lol, really? AWESOME!! :D

Great avatar, btw. :)

[Amy Winette]

I love how you can *hear* people talking when reading their posts after spending time at fest with them. Only wish we'd been able to spend more time with everyone -- feels like we barely saw you all! Next year :)

[luvdancin]

Just got home and read about little Natalie. Hugs and healing Karma being sent now.

[pokerchick66]

I love how you can *hear* people talking when reading their posts after spending time at fest with them. Only wish we'd been able to spend more time with everyone -- feels like we barely saw you all! Next year :)

Speaking of, when I was at dinner with Ozzie Sat. night, after we were talking for awhile she tells me that she thought that my voice would be high and squeaky. lol, funny, huh? :p

[denideadhead]

(((((((Vibes)))))) For the littlest TH and Amy and Jeff .....Wiah I could do more....

[Amy Winette]

Thanks much everyone!

You are far from squeaky PC :)

We've just seen the ENT here who is coordinating with Natalie's ENT in Salt Lake to see if we can get her on a maintainable dose of the oral steroids so we can get her stable and back home. We think we're here through Friday . . .

[Belle]

More Th'd karma needed!! Not being with you all but sure hoping and praying everything gets better for your lovely soul. While we know this is not what you expected for her first fest, am hoping she will grow up to understand why she was there for it. Hugs to all the Potter family. Take good care.

[duende]

PapaFrog told us about your scare, and I'm so glad it wasn't more serious. Flights are no fun for babies, and having breathing issues doesn't help - but hugs are a good start.

and I'll try to not to worry too much as my daughter makes plans to camp with her little one in July at High Sierra fest. Kids are resilient!

[Jordan]

Have been thinking of you three since I heard. Wish there was something I could do.

[pokerchick66]

Thanks much everyone!

You are far from squeaky PC :)

We've just seen the ENT here who is coordinating with Natalie's ENT in Salt Lake to see if we can get her on a maintainable dose of the oral steroids so we can get her stable and back home. We think we're here through Friday . . .

The Baby Threadhead Conspiracy. :p

[Amy Winette]

Thanks for all the wishes threadheads!

High Sierra, eh? We've done that and it gets HOT! I think little one will be fine -- Natalie would have but for her hemangiomas I'm sure, just one of those things! But I don't think we're going to try to take her camping any time soon . . .

[NYMAMA]

So glad to hear all seems to be working out and you guys should be on your way home soon. I'm just getting caught up on the board (it may take a few days LOL). Give that SWEETIE A KISS FOR ME.

[johnstp]

Amy,

Just got back and read about Natalie. Glad to hear she's on the mend and we're sending our prayers your way.

John

[jazzykeb]

ditto what all said. I was so sorry to hear that Natalie was sick when Mdfest told me, but it when Jeff made it over to Buffet I knew she would be ok. Great seeing the three of you and that Natalie is getting better everyday.

[Lostcajun]

Yes, prayers, blessings, and good vibes for you both and Natalie!!!!!

[jonnygospeltent]

All my best thoughts and prayers.for Natalie and her very awesome parents.

[mightyradgumbo]

Ames and Jeff...big hugs and karma going out to y'all and NolaNat...stay strong and call me if you need anything at all! Wish I could have chilled with y'all more but the babe needed her 'rents ;)

[The Krewe of Chew]

Hope that Natalie makes a speedy recovery! (She shouldn't have worked so hard on that raffle! Maybe she can get some rest now :) )

Best wishes,
Cindy & Dave

[Amy Winette]

You guys are all the best, great to know how loved little Natalie is! Feels like we didn't get to spend nearly enough time with anyone, but we are thankful for all the chances we got to see threadheads, even if only briefly!

[MrsMichelino]

I have to admit I checked this thread Monday morning around 3 am in the middle of packing to see how Natalie was doing. We've been on the train so wasn't able to check again until now. Hope things go as planned and you can take Natalie home soon. Must be hard to be in New Orleans and not be able to enjoy it.

[Amy Winette]

Thx Mrs M -- we're off the IV and nebulizer steroids now just on oral for 24 hours to see if she's stable enough to travel on Friday. Fingers crossed! She just got a swing in here today which she's enjoying. She was getting really bored with the same old view. We got some baby Einstein DVDs to try too.

[pokerchick66]

Thx Mrs M -- we're off the IV and nebulizer steroids now just on oral for 24 hours to see if she's stable enough to travel on Friday. Fingers crossed! She just got a swing in here today which she's enjoying. She was getting really bored with the same old view. We got some baby Einstein DVDs to try too.

Yayyy! Kiss my baby for me. :p

[Zydekitten]

Thx Mrs M -- we're off the IV and nebulizer steroids now just on oral for 24 hours to see if she's stable enough to travel on Friday. Fingers crossed! She just got a swing in here today which she's enjoying. She was getting really bored with the same old view. We got some baby Einstein DVDs to try too.
If y'all need anything while you're in town and I can help, please do let me know! I work from home and have some flexibility to get out and about during the day that way - I'd be happy to assist you in whatever way I can! :D

[Michelino]

Thx Mrs M -- we're off the IV and nebulizer steroids now just on oral for 24 hours to see if she's stable enough to travel on Friday. Fingers crossed! She just got a swing in here today which she's enjoying. She was getting really bored with the same old view. We got some baby Einstein DVDs to try too.

We'll be crossing fingers and toes and sending in prayers for her and you both as well.

And, hopefully, by this time next week, she will be posting on the bored again!

[Amy Winette]

Thanks for all the offers of help too! If there were anything we could use, we'd let you all know :) We've got a bunch of videos & DVDs from Jenn's & some care package food she sent along, so we're all set!

[chicagomike]

Best wishes to Natalie (Amy and Jeff too). We were sorry to hear about the baby's illness. I was glad to at least say a quick hello to the proud parents.

[sophisticated sissy]

So good to hear about Miss Nat's progress, Amy! I was so worried, but Jenn was so calm and reassuring. Like she said, it's terrible that this happened, but at least you were close to a medical facility with a pediatric ICU, not 3 hours away like you would have been if this episode had happened at home. Give my love to the baby and know that we all hold you in our hearts.:)

That Nat is made out of good oak!

[mamaroux]

http://lh4.ggpht.com/MamaRoux2/SCHM-xanxUI/AAAAAAAAGhA/4vj53A8wXf8/s800/DSCF0245.JPG

Here's Rockin' NOLANAT on her mama's lap, enjoying the Patry... she's so beautiful, and so loved... tell her that Memere is sending her lots of hugs and kisses, please.

[kt luvs bigsam]

http://lh4.ggpht.com/MamaRoux2/SCHM-xanxUI/AAAAAAAAGhA/4vj53A8wXf8/s800/DSCF0245.JPG

Here's Rockin' NOLANAT on her mama's lap, enjoying the Patry... she's so beautiful, and so loved... tell her that Memare is sending her lots of hugs and kisses, please.

That is too cute

[mamaroux]

My favorite photo of the whole trip... Natalie and Memere, singing and talking, she wanted to go out and get some crawfish... can you see her telling me that? Look at that little hand pointing to the food!

http://lh3.ggpht.com/MamaRoux2/SCHNThanxdI/AAAAAAAAGiM/IQk4M9n0CAc/s800/DSCF0254.JPG

[Amy Winette]

Those pix are soo cute Mama, thx for posting! :)

[Ms. Festngator]

Glad to hear Nataie is stable and hopefully y'all get to head home soon. NOLA is great but not when you are stuck in the hospital. We missed you at dinner and now you just HAVE to join us next year:)

Natalie is just a little doll. We are looking forward to watching her grow up!

Hugs to you all, Vicki

[Amy Winette]

I am counting on that dinner next year!!

[steeleye]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery for Natalie.

[MzJoey]

I have the Ozzies here with me (can i get a "heya")...and we were wondering how y'all were doing. The Los Ozzzies will be on the road tomorrow and I really wanted to give them a good news report before they left on their homeward bound journey.
Like Sissy said "good oak"...she's a strong one that lil Natalie!! I can really see Daddy Jeff in her in these photos. Hope Friday you are homeward bound, and thank God and thank Jenn & David, for giving you comfort during this difficult spell. Jenn, you ROCK Baybeee!!
Hi to Daddy Jeff...and kisses for Miss Nat's cheeks from the Ozzies, Me,and Jack Riley (who totally enjoyed the zoo day today with Tia Tan!)

[ScoopJohnD]

Yay again for the steady recovery!! Still sending out those good thoughts for Natalie from Joisey.

[Amy Winette]

Hey, that's great you've got the Ozzies with you Joey! I'm sure you all enjoyed the zoo :) Barring some unforseen problem, we will be getting out of here Thursday afternoon and flying home Friday morning. Seems likely they'll want to do some lasering on the point of ubstruction in her trachea, but we'll know more about that after seeing her Salt Lake docs. Right now we just want to get back to our new house and get a little settled. In addition to our neighbor telling us my BAD eldest cat has been pooing on the carpet as he does when he's pissed we've been gone too long, my sis reported that Riley (our dog) who my parents have been watching treed their cat, peed on their dog's bed, and nipped my nephew! I think everyone wants us to get our butts back home.

[ozzie]

Well, aside from the fact that I reckon I win the prize for the MOST snuggles with the lovely Miss Natalie.... the pics y'all are posting are gorgeous!

So pleased to hear you can head home soon. We all love nola, but I bet you'll be pleased to get home.

Natalie is always in our hearts and we look forward to the next positive update! Love ya!

[bluedog]

So sorry to hear that Bebe Nat was sick but happy to hear she is making a speedy recovery! Sending healing karma her way! Hope ya'll can get back home ASAP!!!! XOXOXOX

[MzJoey]

..of course he's having a wee bit of ....adjustment to y'all being gone. Yay for the specialists in Salt Lake City. You'll be home soon, and everyone's tired spirits will perk up.
I LOVE the picture of Natalie and MamaRoux....what a great moment!
ok, am off to pick up Mexican food for dinner (yeah, yeah i coulda cooked, but i dint want to miss not even one minute of visiting).

[pokerchick66]

Hey, that's great you've got the Ozzies with you Joey! I'm sure you all enjoyed the zoo :) Barring some unforseen problem, we will be getting out of here Thursday afternoon and flying home Friday morning. Seems likely they'll want to do some lasering on the point of ubstruction in her trachea, but we'll know more about that after seeing her Salt Lake docs. Right now we just want to get back to our new house and get a little settled. In addition to our neighbor telling us my BAD eldest cat has been pooing on the carpet as he does when he's pissed we've been gone too long, my sis reported that Riley (our dog) who my parents have been watching treed their cat, peed on their dog's bed, and nipped my nephew! I think everyone wants us to get our butts back home.

Amy, she's a pretty baby. And I'm even more sad that I didn't get to snuggle her. Hope you're coming for Festgiving or sooner.

[MzJoey]

Amy, she's a pretty baby. And I'm even more sad that I didn't get to snuggle her. Hope you're coming for Festgiving or sooner.

I'm with ya Moni Moni!

[pokerchick66]

I'm with ya Moni Moni!

Yea, I'd like to see you, too.

[mamaroux]

Those pix are soo cute Mama, thx for posting! :)

I just love that close up! There's a few others on my picasa site, but those are my two favorites... hehehehe

[mamaroux]

http://lh3.ggpht.com/MamaRoux2/SCHNRhanxcI/AAAAAAAAGiE/H5oVZmzVuAY/s800/DSCF0253.JPG

HEY, that wasn't the song I requested!!! Hmmphfff...

[MusicRoadMan]

Hey, that's great you've got the Ozzies with you Joey! I'm sure you all enjoyed the zoo :) Barring some unforseen problem, we will be getting out of here Thursday afternoon and flying home Friday morning. Seems likely they'll want to do some lasering on the point of ubstruction in her trachea, but we'll know more about that after seeing her Salt Lake docs. Right now we just want to get back to our new house and get a little settled. In addition to our neighbor telling us my BAD eldest cat has been pooing on the carpet as he does when he's pissed we've been gone too long, my sis reported that Riley (our dog) who my parents have been watching treed their cat, peed on their dog's bed, and nipped my nephew! I think everyone wants us to get our butts back home.

Amy / Jeff,

Glad to hear things are better for Lil' Natalie and you will be getting back to the cold and snow... Enjoyed meeting all of you....

Hmmm, sounds like the pets might have picked up some bad habits from Jeff :D

[Phatpapa]

Prayers, positive energy, karma and vibes for you and Jeff and Natalie

God speed and safe travels

[Orleansnj]

Just read this - so sorry for the late posting. Sending you all good karma for a fantastic trip home and safe travels!!!

Natalie is a strong little one and so glad to hear she is doing better ! Can't wait to see her for the next Fest ! (and you guys too :))





Send evil Delta a copy of Natalie's admission papers and explain that she is less than a year old. Call the executive offices and speak with someone there - they will be level headed and I am sure will not charge you $300 for each ticket.

[Amy Winette]

Shoot, her breathing got worse again overnight so they went back to some iv steroids/nebulizer this morning . . . Waiting for the krewe of docs to come around on rounds to update us . . .

Anyone is welcome to make an Idaho road trip anytime, IF we ever get back there, ha!

Not only did stupid Delta charge us the extra $300 per tix (on tix that were already $580), they want another $120 a tix for us to stay in SLC more than 4 hours (makes it a "stop over"). We'll play that one by ear, we can always rent a car and drive home from there for less than that . . .

[glinda]

Oh, poor baby... healing thoughts coming your way, lil Nat.

[Amy Winette]

Drat, now we're here through Monday at least (well, we may be able to leave Monday morning)

[csoul]

Drat, now we're here through Monday at least (well, we may be able to leave Monday morning)

Oh, man, Amy. You guys have been on my mind and in my heart. I sure hope Natalie is feeling better very, very soon. You & Jeff hang in there and know that we're all sending our best your way!

[Corona]

Yea, I'd like to see you, too.
Hey chippie, that avatar rocks!!!

Ames! We've been keeping in touch but wanted to send more karma on here for you and your family. Love to baby Nat! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Finally got back to a computer and a chance to check in.

Amy -- Giant hugs to you and Jeff!

Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

j

[MormonMatthew]

Jeff, Amy--- I got home last night and saw this just now...... My prayers will be with Natalie and her family tonight---- God Bless the Potters.... Matthew

[jerseygirl67]

Amy...how are things going?

[sophisticated sissy]

Hang in there, Amy! Best wishes to you, Jeff & Natalie!

[mdfest]

I guess right now, you know what its like to miss Idaho!

Best wishes from MD.

[Amy Winette]

Thanks everyone! I was able to get on gmail for about 2 seconds this morning too, so saw some emails, but wasn't able to respond to any of them.

Who knows what the deal is now, it keeps changing. The ENT said yesterday maybe today, but the pediatrician said this morning definitely not today, so we're back to Monday flight, if we get out tomorrow we can relax at Jenn's til we have to go. They haven't been able to connect with our SLC docs yet either . . .

[pokerchick66]

Thanks everyone! I was able to get on gmail for about 2 seconds this morning too, so saw some emails, but wasn't able to respond to any of them.

Who knows what the deal is now, it keeps changing. The ENT said yesterday maybe today, but the pediatrician said this morning definitely not today, so we're back to Monday flight, if we get out tomorrow we can relax at Jenn's til we have to go. They haven't been able to connect with our SLC docs yet either . . .

SLC?

[pokerchick66]

Hey chippie, that avatar rocks!!!



I think you rock. :p

[mdfest]

salty lake city

lots of men there looking for wives

[sophisticated sissy]

SLC?

Salt Lake City.:)

[pokerchick66]

salty lake city

lots of men there looking for wives

I should move there. ;)

[pokerchick66]

salty lake city

lots of men there looking for wives

Never mind, you bastid. I just got the joke. :D

[Amy Winette]

SLC?

Salt Lake City -- that's where her specialists are -- 4.5 hours from our home!

[pokerchick66]

Salt Lake City -- that's where her specialists are -- 4.5 hours from our home!

Wow.

[Amy Winette]

Never mind, you bastid. I just got the joke. :D

hee hee :)

I'm expecting we may spend a little time there before we get back home while they figure out a more permanent solution, like lasering the point of obstruction in her throat.

[pokerchick66]

hee hee :)

I'm expecting we may spend a little time there before we get back home while they figure out a more permanent solution, like lasering the point of obstruction in her throat.

Poor little baby. Give her another hug and kiss from her Auntie M. She's soooo cute! :p

Just from looking at her pix, she kinda looks like Jeff to me around the eyes and the forehead, yes?

[Amy Winette]

Yep, she's a Potter for sure. It's funny b/c she started out with skin darker than mine and dark hair, I thought she was going to be a mini-me, but not so far! She's 4 months old now, I think her eyes are hazel, a very dark green brown -- they're not dark brown like mine and not green like daddy's, but they may not be "set" yet. I doubt they'll get lighter though! Lucky girl got daddy's super long eyelashes!

[pokerchick66]

Yep, she's a Potter for sure. It's funny b/c she started out with skin darker than mine and dark hair, I thought she was going to be a mini-me, but not so far! She's 4 months old now, I think her eyes are hazel, a very dark green brown -- they're not dark brown like mine and not green like daddy's, but they may not be "set" yet. I doubt they'll get lighter though! Lucky girl got daddy's super long eyelashes!

Katie and Jeff look just alike to me. Also, when I first got to Jenn's, I yelled out, Hello and when Katie answered, I thought it was you, lol. Yall sound just alike.

[neverleft]

Thanks everyone! I was able to get on gmail for about 2 seconds this morning too, so saw some emails, but wasn't able to respond to any of them.

Who knows what the deal is now, it keeps changing. The ENT said yesterday maybe today, but the pediatrician said this morning definitely not today, so we're back to Monday flight, if we get out tomorrow we can relax at Jenn's til we have to go. They haven't been able to connect with our SLC docs yet either . . .

Wow! Just read all this. This will be a Jazz Fest experience you'll always remember. Best wishes to you Amy, Jeff & Natalie!

[MormonMatthew]

Jeff and Amy, I did not know that you have MDs here in Salt Lake for Natalie---- If there is anything I can do to help your family out (place to crash, borrow a car) PLEASE let me know!!! I am sure that with all that you have to deal with there is not time to get together for dinner or a beer, but if I can do anything to help do not hesitate to call--- Matthew 801 458 7165. God Bless You All.

[Amy Winette]

MM, if we end up there for a bit, would certainly like to meet up if we can! Yep, her ENT, cardiologist and dermatologist are all at Primary Children's up at Univ of Utah.

[chrisjoseph]

Amy, all the best for little Natalie....

[ozzie]

Stay strong you three... in our thoughts and hearts.

[Lostcajun]

Yes, you all are in our thoughts and prayers!

[Amy Winette]

We might get outta here today!! They put her on a super strong oral steroid dose yesterday and she was all jacked up all day long (only napped for about 30 minutes a few times), but was breathing much better and slept 10 hours last night.

Of course the one direct flight a day from MSY to SLC (7:30am) is fully booked for Sunday and Monday, so we can't fly back til Tuesday. But that's okay, it will give us a little time to see how she fares before getting on a plane.

She's definitely feeling more like herself -- we've finally been getting some smiles again (she didn't smile for days, can't blame her).

[jonnygospeltent]

That is great news.

[ScoopJohnD]

Yay for the Natalie smiles!!!! :) Glad to hear about that. Still sending all of you good wishes from Joisey.

Oh, and I almost forgot......Happy Mothers Day!

[mamaroux]

YEAAA! Come on, sweetheart.... keep feeling the love and power we're all sending you, Natalie! We know you want to get home to your puppydog, and kitty cats and all your toys in your new house... we're all pulling for you, babydoll... You're gonna make your mommie's first Mother's Day, extra, extra special, I know you are! Big, big kisses and hugs to all of you! xoxoxoxoxo

[Phatpapa]

Here's to hoping you guys are able to make it home ASAP.

[chicagomike]

That kid is one tough cookie. (so are her parents)

[drdennis]

awesome.

[sophisticated sissy]

Happy Mother's Day, Amy! So happy to hear about Natalie getting out of the hospital!

I know Jeff will buy pretty flowers for you. Maybe Aunt Jenn will provide TLC for Natalie while you two go to the zoo to see Irma Thomas. You kids deserve a break! OXOXOXOX

[pokerchick66]

We might get outta here today!! They put her on a super strong oral steroid dose yesterday and she was all jacked up all day long (only napped for about 30 minutes a few times), but was breathing much better and slept 10 hours last night.

Of course the one direct flight a day from MSY to SLC (7:30am) is fully booked for Sunday and Monday, so we can't fly back til Tuesday. But that's okay, it will give us a little time to see how she fares before getting on a plane.

She's definitely feeling more like herself -- we've finally been getting some smiles again (she didn't smile for days, can't blame her).

Yayyyy, Amy! I'm so glad to hear she's feeling better and smiling. lol, I told you she was conspiring to keep yall in New Orleans longer. That's her Mother's Day gift to you! ;)

[VWGal]

Irma at the Zoo would be a fantastic Mother's Day -- hang in there Jeff and Amy! Not long to go now and soon you'll be winging it home. My "little one" (she's 22) is still in the hospital, no surgery yet. They're blasting her with antibiotics and if all goes well, perhaps it can be avoided. Thinking of you in the hospital and so happy Nat is back to smiling, such a good sign. :)

[pokerchick66]

Irma at the Zoo would be a fantastic Mother's Day -- hang in there Jeff and Amy! Not long to go now and soon you'll be winging it home. My "little one" (she's 22) is still in the hospital, no surgery yet. They're blasting her with antibiotics and if all goes well, perhaps it can be avoided. Thinking of you in the hospital and so happy Nat is back to smiling, such a good sign. :)

Good vibes and prayers going out to you too, VW. I hope you have a Happy Mother's Day, too. :)

[VWGal]

Good vibes and prayers going out to you too, VW. I hope you have a Happy Mother's Day, too. :)

Thanks PC, we are thinking how we'll take Sunday dinner into the hospital so we can all be together. You have a wonderful Mother's Day too! So sorry we didn't connect this year, but we will for sure next year!

[pokerchick66]

Thanks PC, we are thinking how we'll take Sunday dinner into the hospital so we can all be together. You have a wonderful Mother's Day too! So sorry we didn't connect this year, but we will for sure next year!

Absolutely!

Enjoy your dinner tomorrow, VW. :)

[jazzykeb]

Great news Amy! Thanks for keeping us up to date. Hope things continue to improve.

[Amy Winette]

Ha, well little one could have used less dramatic means to keep us in NOLA a little longer!

VW, sorry your little one (okay, she's an adult, but she's still YOUR little one!) is in the hospital too. Continued karma that she won't have to have surgery!

Here's a cute pix from the hospital :)

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o99/amyp226/100_3198.jpg

[pokerchick66]

OMG, THAT IS ADORABLE!!

[VWGal]

Ha, well little one could have used less dramatic means to keep us in NOLA a little longer!

VW, sorry your little one (okay, she's an adult, but she's still YOUR little one!) is in the hospital too. Continued karma that she won't have to have surgery!

Here's a cute pix from the hospital :)

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o99/amyp226/100_3198.jpg

Oh Amy, she's adorable -- look at those eyelashes! Thanks for the good wishes too, the novelty of being in the hospital is wearing off and she's plotting where she can wander with her IV pole.

[Amy Winette]

I also wanted to thank Jenn for sending us back with some of her crawfish monica and Wynn for stopping by with pork n pasta -- the hospital food isn't bad here, but nothing beats home cookin! Mmm mmm, thanks guys!! :)

[Lester_leaps_in]

I also wanted to thank Jenn for sending us back with some of her crawfish monica and Wynn for stopping by with pork n pasta -- the hospital food isn't bad here, but nothing beats home cookin! Mmm mmm, thanks guys!! :)

Thanks for sharing your good news with us. You know that we are in this with you.

[mamaroux]

Thanks PC, we are thinking how we'll take Sunday dinner into the hospital so we can all be together. You have a wonderful Mother's Day too! So sorry we didn't connect this year, but we will for sure next year!

yikes... just sent you an email, honey... hope things get better for your daughter, too... and have a good Mama's day with her, even if it's in the dang hospital! xo

[mamaroux]

Ha, well little one could have used less dramatic means to keep us in NOLA a little longer!

VW, sorry your little one (okay, she's an adult, but she's still YOUR little one!) is in the hospital too. Continued karma that she won't have to have surgery!

Here's a cute pix from the hospital :)

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o99/amyp226/100_3198.jpg

OHHHH I love it!!! She looks so alert and like she wants to be picked up and brought HOME!! She wants to see her doggy and cats... I can feel it ... she's so beautiful... maybe she can model the latest mascara for Clinique with those dramatic lashes of hers!

HUGS and love...

[denideadhead]

Amy thanks so much for sharing the picture, it is great to see that she is her bright eyed perfect self I hope she is feeling perfect soon. continued ((((Vibes))))
VWGRL hope your little one (grown or not always your baby) is on the mend too!!
Happy Mothers Day!!

[NYMAMA]

Good news I wish you all a safe and uneventfull flight home. (you all have had enough excitement for the rest of the year)

VW I am sending good TH healing vibes you daughters way~~~~~~

[Jada]

Ames, have a wonderful first mother's day. I know this probably
isn't how you invisioned your celebration, but I'm glad to hear you
might be leaving the hospital today. Continued karma and enjoy your
special day :)

[Belle]

Mothers Day is about feeling the feeling you get when you are a momma..Not just the good times but the trials too. Look at that face and how see needs you and will forever.

My mom is gone and has been for many years. Never gets easier but I pull on all the wisdom and love no matter what comes up. Nothing like a momma and nothing like a momma's love.

Enjoy your day. Just being one has made me a better and more complete person.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Mothers Day is about feeling the feeling you get when you are a momma..Not just the good times but the trials too. Look at that face and how see needs you and will forever.

My mom is gone and has been for many years. Never gets easier but I pull on all the wisdom and love no matter what comes up. Nothing like a momma and nothing like a momma's love.

Enjoy your day. Just being one has made me a better and more complete person.

OMG! Belle!!! How wonderful! You have a way with words, M'Lady (and of course, it's more than words that you are sharing). My Mom has passed on, as well, but I still have all that she gave me. Thank you for this, Belle.

[bluedog]

Mothers Day is about feeling the feeling you get when you are a momma..Not just the good times but the trials too. Look at that face and how see needs you and will forever.

My mom is gone and has been for many years. Never gets easier but I pull on all the wisdom and love no matter what comes up. Nothing like a momma and nothing like a momma's love.

Enjoy your day. Just being one has made me a better and more complete person.

well put! :)

continued prayers and karma to NolaNat & mom & dad! hoping ya'll make it home ASAP!!!!

[ibjamn]

Hopefully Amy will respond soon, but Nat, Amy & Jeff came home this afternoon. Natalie looks wonderful and is breathing much better. We had a nice dinner at home with wine for Mom & Dad. :)
Tomorrow I'll cook a nice mother's day dinner for new momma, Amy and hopefully they will have an uneventfull stay and flight to SLC on Tuesday. :)

[tabasco]

Thats great news!!! Now thats a mothers day present someone will always remember! :D

[mamaroux]

Hopefully Amy will respond soon, but Nat, Amy & Jeff came home this afternoon. Natalie looks wonderful and is breathing much better. We had a nice dinner at home with wine for Mom & Dad. :)
Tomorrow I'll cook a nice mother's day dinner for new momma, Amy and hopefully they will have an uneventfull stay and flight to SLC on Tuesday. :)

Wonderful!!! Best news yet! and thanks for the email, darlin'... love that new avatar! Please hug 'em all (includ. David) for me! I'm so glad they are all in your extremely good and capable hands, Jenn... thank YOU!

[pokerchick66]

Hopefully Amy will respond soon, but Nat, Amy & Jeff came home this afternoon. Natalie looks wonderful and is breathing much better. We had a nice dinner at home with wine for Mom & Dad. :)
Tomorrow I'll cook a nice mother's day dinner for new momma, Amy and hopefully they will have an uneventfull stay and flight to SLC on Tuesday. :)

Yahooo! Great news!! Whatcha cooking, mama? :D

[Mexi]

Hopefully Amy will respond soon, but Nat, Amy & Jeff came home this afternoon. Natalie looks wonderful and is breathing much better. We had a nice dinner at home with wine for Mom & Dad. :)
Tomorrow I'll cook a nice mother's day dinner for new momma, Amy and hopefully they will have an uneventfull stay and flight to SLC on Tuesday. :)

That is such good news!
Cooking for & feeding people is such a loving act. And I hear you're an amazing cook too! Will you adopt me??

[ScoopJohnD]

Irma at the Zoo would be a fantastic Mother's Day -- hang in there Jeff and Amy! Not long to go now and soon you'll be winging it home. My "little one" (she's 22) is still in the hospital, no surgery yet. They're blasting her with antibiotics and if all goes well, perhaps it can be avoided. Thinking of you in the hospital and so happy Nat is back to smiling, such a good sign. :)

Good Joisey vibes heading your way as well.

[chrisjoseph]

great, great news. Thanks for keeping us updated.

[Azeater]

Sorry this was such an eventful fest for you three. God knows you did not deserve so much drama. Glad to hear things are getting back on track. God Bless all of you and take care.

[VWGal]

Hopefully Amy will respond soon, but Nat, Amy & Jeff came home this afternoon. Natalie looks wonderful and is breathing much better. We had a nice dinner at home with wine for Mom & Dad. :)
Tomorrow I'll cook a nice mother's day dinner for new momma, Amy and hopefully they will have an uneventfull stay and flight to SLC on Tuesday. :)

This is so great to hear....they are in good hands staying with you and David. :D

[sophisticated sissy]

Wonderful news, Jenn! So happy to hear they are being tended by such a loving heart. Thank you for the update.

[kt luvs bigsam]

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o99/amyp226/100_3198.jpg

She looks so good!

Uhuh I am a lucky auntie! :-)

Congratulations on making it out of the hospital!!!!
Love you guys

[djgriff]

Jenn and Amy -

Feel free to break into any of the wine I won in the raffle if you have it on hand. You guys could probably put it to better use than I could right now! Happy to hear things are looking good for Natalie.

Dan

[denideadhead]

What wonderful news !!
Thanks for the update Jenn!!
Have a most wonderful day together....

[Cleophus]

Awesome -- Very glad to hear that the baby is better!

[Michelino]

We might get outta here today!! They put her on a super strong oral steroid dose yesterday and she was all jacked up all day long (only napped for about 30 minutes a few times), but was breathing much better and slept 10 hours last night.

Of course the one direct flight a day from MSY to SLC (7:30am) is fully booked for Sunday and Monday, so we can't fly back til Tuesday. But that's okay, it will give us a little time to see how she fares before getting on a plane.

She's definitely feeling more like herself -- we've finally been getting some smiles again (she didn't smile for days, can't blame her).

Smiles are always nice. Especially from such a little sweetie who has endured so much. Hope you three get home soon. Have a Happy Mother's Day.

[ibjamn]

Yahooo! Great news!! Whatcha cooking, mama? :D

Breakfast is eggs in a basket w/ham, brie and roasted red pepper, bacon, & toast.

Dinner is stuffed pork St. Tammany w/ apricot glaze, wild rice w/mushrooms and an asparagus salad. Pumpkin roll for dessert.

[Belle]

Breakfast is eggs in a basket w/ham, brie and roasted red pepper, bacon, & toast.

Dinner is stuffed pork St. Tammany w/ apricot glaze, wild rice w/mushrooms and an asparagus salad. Pumpkin roll for dessert.


Yummy! Sounds so great. Enjoy

[pokerchick66]

Breakfast is eggs in a basket w/ham, brie and roasted red pepper, bacon, & toast.

Dinner is stuffed pork St. Tammany w/ apricot glaze, wild rice w/mushrooms and an asparagus salad. Pumpkin roll for dessert.

I'm coming over! ;) :D

[kt luvs bigsam]

Breakfast is eggs in a basket w/ham, brie and roasted red pepper, bacon, & toast.

Dinner is stuffed pork St. Tammany w/ apricot glaze, wild rice w/mushrooms and an asparagus salad. Pumpkin roll for dessert.

Oh wow. my mouth is watering for some of that! mmmm

[funkkjunkie]

Yum, yum!
DJ, you not what you do! There will be no wine to ship between Ames and jenn! :D :p

[drdennis]

happy mother's day, amy (and all the other mothers reading this)! good to hear that you're all out of the hospital. next stop: idaho. i'm sure riley and the cats miss their mom :)

[mamaroux]

Breakfast is eggs in a basket w/ham, brie and roasted red pepper, bacon, & toast.

Dinner is stuffed pork St. Tammany w/ apricot glaze, wild rice w/mushrooms and an asparagus salad. Pumpkin roll for dessert.

Ohhhh I'm heading to Jenn's house! Plus Danny said you can open the cakebread! LOL

Happy mama's day to Amy, and to the mama of our group, Jenn! (after all, no matter who it is, Jenn always seems to know the right direction to point us all in, doesn't she??)

[pokerchick66]

I'm coming over! ;) :D

Try not to drink all of dj's wine before I get there.

[LisaRI]

glad to hear you're out of the hospital - happy mothers day and safe travels home!

[Belle]

take care of each other, enjoy the new adventures and rest up. you deserve it. {{{{Hugs all}}}}

[jazzykeb]

I guess it is safe to assume that all is going well and they are home, or on the way?

[jhjpotter]

We made it home last night. Doc in Salt Lake said there wasn't much more he could do that wasn't already being done, so we're home finally!! Go back and see the doc next week and go from there. Everyone is doing well and glad to be home.

[NYMAMA]

Good to hear.

[chrisjoseph]

that is very good news.

[jazzykeb]

excellent! thanks for the update

[Zydekitten]

YAY!!! Glad and relieved to hear it!!! :D :)

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Excellent news!

[PaulC]

We made it home last night. Doc in Salt Lake said there wasn't much more he could do that wasn't already being done, so we're home finally!! Go back and see the doc next week and go from there. Everyone is doing well and glad to be home.

it's great to hear that y'all made it home safely... best of wishes goin' forward for all of you....that lil' cutie pie nolanatalie has herself a first fest story to top all otha's... tell her uncle paul sends a smile....... and a kiss................

[linza22]

Thanks guys!

Paul, Katie had such a great time in NOLA she skipped school and extended her trip by 4 days!

We're still in ICU with Natalie. She has hemangiomas in her airway and they were slowly weaning her off her steroids. Just a little too much with everything else going on and the different air than she's used to . . . Started having breathing problems and they decided they needed to check her in and get her on very strong IV steroids. She's doing alright in here, can't say she loves it, but all her panels came back negative for any infections so at least we can pick her up and hold her without gloves and masks and gowns now!

They're keeping her at least 2 more days, so we'll be changing our flights home.

oh man...i've been so crazy busy and without computer at home, i just read this! i'm so sorry to hear about little natalie. good to know y'all are home now and all is better.

[Corona]

Well THANK gawd for that!!! So glad you guys are all back safe and sound :)

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

One big :)...............

[Jordan]

Thanks for the best smile of my day today! Glad to hear you're back

[denideadhead]

There's No Place like HOME There's No Place like HOME!!
Was glad you were in the warmth of the IBJAMS hospitality but even GLADDER to hear you guys are finally home :)
YAY!

[mamaroux]

Glad to know you're all back home, safe and sound. Prayers, good vibes and wishes continue... please give Natalie a kiss from her other Memere and tell her how much we all love her!

... and I bet the pets are THRILLED you are all home, too!

[Ms. Festngator]

Just chiming in to say WELCOME HOME. Glad you can all get some rest and lovely Natalie is feeling better. You all continue in our thoughts and prayers. Big hugs, Vicki

[Phatpapa]

What great news kids. I'm sure you are tickled to death. Take care of lil Natalie

[VWGal]

This made my day! Can only imagine how good it feels to be home and sleeping in your own beds. Enjoy enjoy enjoy!

[Michelino]

Very good news. We are both elated that this part of the journey is over and things have improved for the Potter family. Home is for healing.

[Lostcajun]

yes, prayers hopes and dreams are all going your way!!!

[Amy Winette]

Thanks everyone! We finally just got internet at the new house so I'm able to check the board (only had internet at work and I had to work when I was there, darn it, as I only get a few hours at a time when Natalie is sleeping!)

Anyway, big THANKS to Jenn for taking such good care of us, amazing food and nice to have a home away from home to come home to ;) Can't really complain about having a wonderful mother's day out of the hospital in NOLA!

Doc said we could try a new therapy that's been succesful at Univ of Wisc -- it's a chemo drug, but has fewer side effects than the steroids, only drawback is we'll have to go to Salt Lake once a week for injections. Lasering isn't an option as the hemangiomas in her throat are too pervasive and scarring would be too extreme; so only other option is a permanent trach tube in her throat for a few years :( Hope it doesn't come to that!

And must complain about Delta again -- they charged us 2 extra bags for 1 stroller (the "third" bag was $80) and only checked our bags to Salt Lake so we ended up having to go home with none of our stuff.

[funkkjunkie]

Yay for good news for Nat. :D

[mightyradgumbo]

great news that y'all are home....sending positive vibes for Nat and y'all...you got my addy if you need anything at all

[jerseygirl67]

Thanks everyone! We finally just got internet at the new house so I'm able to check the board (only had internet at work and I had to work when I was there, darn it, as I only get a few hours at a time when Natalie is sleeping!)

Anyway, big THANKS to Jenn for taking such good care of us, amazing food and nice to have a home away from home to come home to ;) Can't really complain about having a wonderful mother's day out of the hospital in NOLA!

Doc said we could try a new therapy that's been succesful at Univ of Wisc -- it's a chemo drug, but has fewer side effects than the steroids, only drawback is we'll have to go to Salt Lake once a week for injections. Lasering isn't an option as the hemangiomas in her throat are too pervasive and scarring would be too extreme; so only other option is a permanent trach tube in her throat for a few years :( Hope it doesn't come to that!

And must complain about Delta again -- they charged us 2 extra bags for 1 stroller (the "third" bag was $80) and only checked our bags to Salt Lake so we ended up having to go home with none of our stuff.


So happy to hear that you are home and things are going better for you all.

About Delta, I had a problem with Air France/delta on my trip to Italy. i wrote EVERYONE..(and they responded!).
anyway...the contact info for Delta, in case you want to send a letter...and I would..you've got enough stress with out their BS.

Delta Airlines, Inc
Richard H. Anderson, CEO
PO Box 20706, 1030 Delta Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30320-6001

[Amy Winette]

Thanks Jersey! We're definitely going to send a letter to Delta whenever we can get back on top of everything in our lives ;)

[Belle]

Thanks Jersey! We're definitely going to send a letter to Delta whenever we can get back on top of everything in our lives ;)

Think of you lots...got your hands full for sure. Gonna miss you at CFF. Take care of that bundle you got, new house and all the hassles of such. Hugs Lady and family too!

[mamaroux]

Thanks for the update, Ames... you all are in our thoughts and prayers all the time! big hugs and kisses to Nat please!