First night post-op

We just went and saw him for the first time after his surgery. To be honest, he looks a lot better than we were expecting. I think the surgeon who prepped us before the operation was giving us a worst case scenario, which was hard to hear at the time but may in fact have been a blessing because now that we're seeing how Eli is handling and reacting to the operation and he doesn't look as bad as we thought. Don't get me wrong, he is still in very real danger and they will be watching him like hawks tonight but our perception is a bit more positive than expectations.

But please keep praying, keep the beacons lit, we still have a long way to go, but tonight is a pivotal night in determining how his recovery will begin.

Dear Jesus,
Please watch over and protect your little Elijah tonight. Protect his heart, lungs, and brain from any detrimental effects from the surgery. Give him strength, healing, courage, and most of all keep him close to You. Let him bask in your healing love. We know You love him more than we ever could.
Thank you, Papa.