Tuesday, September 6, 2011

The world is rooting for you.

As they prepared for tomorrow's surgery, Michael, Molly, and Baby Tommy had a dance party and put on a rock concert, with a new turtle nightlight providing stars on the ceiling.

Michael will be the first case tomorrow morning, checking in at 6:30 AM. He has been reading all of the Sesame Street and Mister Roger's hospital books and knows that after he arrives, he'll get his new pajamas and, as he's so accustom to, have his temperature and blood pressure taken. He already did a tour of the hospital last week when he got to see the rooms and try out the cherry anesthesia mask. Meg and Tom will be able to be with him as the anesthesia works and then the surgery will last about five hours. This procedure, which will increase the amount of oxygenated blood, will give Michael even more energy to rock!

In the past three and a half years, Meg and Tom have been buoyed and encouraged by the people around them - sending love and prayers to their little Mick.  Michael, in his bravery, energy, and amazing spirit of kindness, has reminded us all of how precious life is. We thank you for all of the continued support as Michael goes in to get his new "Superman" heart.

We will keep you updated here on the site. Please feel free to post comments. During the surgery and time in the hospital, they raise spirits and remind Meg and Tom of the amazing network that surrounds them.

Rock on, sweet Michael. The world is rooting for you.



24 comments:

Mary said...

We are rooting for you Michael and will be sending you lots of love and prayers tomorrow.

Love - Mary Ellen, John and Cole

Nana and Grandpa said...

Michael left the apartment this morning dancing to the "Eye of the Tiger" as he swung from his Mom and Dad's arms. He certainly knows of all the love that surrounds him.
Thank you all.
Betsy and Ed

Ellie said...

I'm sure that this will be a very long morning for all of you. Please know that we are praying for Michael, his doctors, his family, and his loving fan club. Thanks for updating the blog for us.
Love and hugs,
Ellie and Jeff

maryann said...

Mick, we are praying for you and sending lots of love from Team Mick Kc!!!

in His Grace, MaryAnn, Wayne, Corey and Brett
Go Michael!!!!!

Anonymous said...

We will be thinking of you and sending you our love and prayers. Love, Pat and Al

Anonymous said...

Auntie Sarah loves you, Michael! You and your parents have all of my prayers this morning and I know you will tackle this procedure like a champ. Stay strong- I can't wait to spoil you soon!
GO TEAM MICK!!!
Love, Auntie Sarah xxx

Anonymous said...

Sending massive psychic rock and roll power your way little bud!
xo - Eliz

Scot said...

Looking forward to raising the roof and heading back over to the firehouse with you soon, Mick! You are the man!

Anonymous said...

Michael we are all praying for you in Buffalo & know you will have a much stronger heart. Then recovery & on to a fun world.. Prayers & love to Thomas & Meg..Shall be on flight to NYC shortly ...Moog is with you during this difficult time.
Lots of love
Nannie XX

maryann said...

Sending love and prayers for your care and healing and strength. Wayne was happy to talk to Grandpa Ed today for an update. much love from your Team Mick in KC!!

maryann said...

Good Morning Mayor Mick and family, we hope your day is bright and filled with amazing strength and healing. We pray you had a restful night. We are continuing to send you love and prayers. You guys are so special in our lives. We also have learned from Mick and especially from your encouraging attitudes. We can do all things through Christ, He is our strength and our salvation. Remember how much He loves you and so do we!!! your Team Mick from KC!
Wayne, MaryAnn, Corey and Brett

MaryAnn said...

Good day!! We are praying for your lungs and healing. Special prayers for your mama, dad, sis, brother and family there. We love you guys! warmly, maryann

MaryAnn said...

We are cheering you on!! love from Team KC!!!

maryann said...

Hi Mick. We know it has been a tough day, but you are a special boy with a special heart! You are so brave. We loved seeing your pictures with mom and dad. We are glad they can be with you to hug and help you. Have a good sleep little buddy and family. You are so precious. Sweetest dreams and rest in Jesus, Team Mick KC!

maryann said...

Good Morning from Team Mick KC! Hi, Tiger. We pray you had a restful night. We will check in later to see the update. We continue to pray for Michael's healing and wholeness with lots of smiles and love all around.
in His Grace we send lots of love your way!

maryann said...

Good Morning Mayor Mick! We hope you have another day with "big strides" in every way. Sending you and your lots of loving prayers in Jesus! Team Mick KC

maryann said...

We are happy to see Mayor Mick is back in action!! sending lots of love and prayers from Team Mick KC!
Thanks for the great blog and pics.

maryann said...

Sweet dreams to all and have a blessed Sunday. You are sound asleep and we are looking at the same moon that is over your room. is that not amazing. Our God is an awesome God! much love, Your Team Mick Kansas City!!!

maryann said...

Hey, Tiger, you are awesome! Look at the fun things you made in the crafts room. Keep up the good work. You are quite a beautiful child. Sending lots of love and prayers in Jesus, your Team Mick KC!

MaryAnn said...

Good Morning Mick in NYC!! We pray you had a good night's sleep and great new day today. Sending you loving hugs from Team Mick KC!

maryann said...

Hey, little buddy! You are sleeping and it is time for us to sleep here in KC. We hope you have an awesome Friday and that you are feeling much better every day!
We love you! Hi, mama and daddy, family and friends. Mick, you have a lot of wonderful people who love you very much! our love in Jesus, your Team Mick KC
I am wearing my Mick shirt to volunteer at a golf tourney tomorrow. Proceeds go to the Children's Hospital here in KC in the name of our friend Erin.
I know everyone will say, "what a cute kid!!"

maryann said...

Hugs, health and happy Friday! your Team Mick KC!
love you all. Have a blessed weekend.

maryann said...

Mick, we are so happy you are home and enjoying your family!! much love from Team Mick KC!!

MaryAnn said...

Hey Mick, great news! Wayne enjoyed talking to your grandpa yesterday. We are happy to see you home with your brother and sis, mama and daddy. Hugs all around! love from your KC Team Mick!
Go Red Sox!