The blinking light...

Chance's implant has an option to have a little red light that flashes on the hook that goes over the ear. This lets us know that the implant is on. As parents new to this whole implant thing, we decided to have the light on so that we would know that the batteries were not dead etc. Over time, as Chance realizes what the implant does when the batteries are low, we may turn the little blinking light off. For now though, the light makes a lot of people nervous. Several people have let me know that the implant is flashing and are afraid that it is malfunctioning. I have assured some people several times that the blinking is just a sign that the implant is on and working, not a sign of trouble. We have adapted to the blinking and it brings a certain measure of comfort. Last week, we realized that the batteries were dead and Chance had neglected to tell us. For now, the blinking is a great conversation starter.