In order to better prepare himself for Jonalyn’s surgery, the doctor wanted a CT scan of her hips and legs. This way he’ll know exactly what he has to do when he goes in. Good thing in my book!

I didn’t remember any special instructions when I scheduled the scan, but a week or so ago, I got a letter telling me that she couldn’t eat anything for four hours before the surgery and she’d need to drink some concoction for contrast. Forgive my medical ignorance, but I didn’t have clue what all was involved in a CT scan, so I followed the directions.

We arrived way too early for the appointment because she didn’t have to drink anything. Poor girl, I starved her for nothing! They simply laid her on the table, strapped her legs down and told her to lay very still. They even started a movie for her, to keep her from wiggling. The things they think of at a children’s hospital!

She did great and the scan was over in no time. Wow! One appointment checked off the list. She has several more before surgery.

We haven’t begun to prepare her yet, not wanting to go over it too much before hand. She has no concept of time, so two months to her could be short or long.

That’s it from here. I thought about starting a Caring Bridge site for her, but have decided to share her story via my blog instead.

Thanks for all of your prayers.