well we got her home with what was supposed to be community nurse care but 3 hrs later they called and stated they don't do kids so I have been back to the hospital to learn how to administer meds via a PICC line - a little scary but pretty sure I have it worked out.

we still don't know what illness we are dealing with as remains a mystery but the anti-biotics appear to be helping. It also will be a while until we find out if she suffered any permanent damage to her rhs hip so time will tell there.

thanks for everyones kind words and support as it is very much appreciated.

cheers guys