First off Cole’s doing good post op.

The Dr. did about 1600 laser burns into each of Cole’s eye. He noticed something strange that he had not seen before in a preemie’s eye. There are little pockets of water around his iris. He’s not sure what it means, but he’ll be following Cole closely for a long time. He has seen this type of issue with older kids occasionally and a lot of times it develops into a cataract (and a lot of times it doesn’t). He’s a pretty confident doctor (which we love) and feels whatever comes our way he can handle.

We had a different anesthesiologist than last time. This one was a South African and was freaking hilarious. He was awesome. When we were waiting for the surgery to end, a nurse came by and told us they were done with the surgery and Cole was coming back extubated. Our faces lit up as we didn’t even know that was possible. He tried to give Cole a chance to breathe on his own after surgery, but it was meant to be. Cole had to be sent back to the NICU with a tube down his throat, which isn’t so much of a surprise to us. Cole’s color looked good and so did his sats. We’re hoping he tries to rip the vent out later tonight so they can try him back on O2 or maybe the CPAP.

It was amazing to see all the people who were working tonight. Being in that profession you must give up a lot. We had Joan one of our nurse practitioners from McDowell with us today. She stayed totally late to make sure little Cole was doing great after surgery. Unreal! The amount of dedication these people have continues to amaze us on a daily basis. It makes leaving the babies there a little easier knowing the people who work there have a vested interest in the well being of our little ones. What I think is even more amazing is the fact that so many people who work with the NICU have in one way or another been involved personally with a premature birth. Preemies of the world unite!

Also Tobie did have a classic Jessica Simpson moment tonight which I MUST share. For you 24 fans:

The following conversation takes place between 8:49 pm and 8:51 pm.

E: I’m going to go get Boston Market for dinner.
T: I’ll get the turkey with potatoes and corn.
E: No problem, I’ll see you at home.
T: Wait, I can’t have corn, it’s not good for the babies.
E: What? How?
T: Well when you poop, the corn is still in there and that would be bad for the babies.
E: How is this bad for the babies again?
T: Oh wait, I’m eating the corn not them. Go ahead and get me corn.

Unfortunately Boston Market was closed. That’s why God created Taco Bell Late Night Drive Thru.