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We just got back from seeing the little guy and he's doing really well! They took him off the ventilator early this afternoon and he's on a cpap, which are the tubes going into his nostrils. He seems so much happier without a huge tube going down his throat! His carbon dioxide levels were off so they started him on something to balance them out. He still has a lot of mucus in his stomach, so they're holding off on any more feedings until they get an x-ray in the morning. He's only lost 2 ounces, which is a huge relief! I know the iv fluids account for some of the weight, but it's still nice to see. And best of all, we got to hold him, which was totally unexpected! We didn't even have the camera with us. He is so precious and such a gift. His nurses have all been amazing, just the kindest people who obviously love what they do. It makes it a lot easier leaving him there knowing he's in such good hands.

Ford has asked a million questions about why Baby Duncan isn't here and why we can't go see him in the hospital...slightly heartbreaking! I can't wait until I have all of my boys together...then the real craziness begins! Thanks again for all the prayers and offers to help! We're just taking it day by day right now. Joseph is going back to work tomorrow to save his days for when we bring Duncan home, so he'll mainly be going to visit Duncan at night. Please pray for safe travels, Duncan's digestive system and continued lung improvement, and the doctors and nurses taking care of him. We appreciate it more than words can express!