Dear family and friends
Today was a good day.
In fact, Regina called it Mother's Day because for the first time in almost two weeks, Grayson awoke and appeared to recognize her voice. Then he smiled – not a big toothy grin as he is so fond of doing, but a tiny little smile that let us know that he is in there. While this is very encouraging news after so long a spell of unconsciousness, we know that this is just the beginning of a very long battle. We know that it could be months or even years before Grayson is back home, but at least we are starting to talk about coming home. That was something that was very much in doubt last week.
Grayson's condition continues to remain stable. With the reduced level of sedative, we might be able to remove the breathing tube. That would remove a large irritant, but we will only be able to do so if he is able to protect his airway. Tomorrow we will discuss options with the physicians.
In an instant message yesterday, my cousin in Eastern Oregon gave me an assignment to read Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." We take encouragement that, with God's help, Grayson's future will be a bright one.
The demonstration of God's love surrounds us every day as all of you continue to hold our family dear and keep us in your prayers. Thank you.
Pax!
Brant and Regina
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Dear Brant, Regina, and the Reed family,
ReplyDeleteI have been keeping myself updated daily on Grayson, and cannot thank you enough for posting your updates. My thoughts and prayers are with you several times throughout the day, and I continue to reserve hope and faith that Grayson, as well as you all, will pull through this recovery.
The other night I had a dream that I wished to share with you, that has given me hope. It was simple, I was visiting home in LA, and Grayson walked through the door, unexpected. He shrugged and smiled sheepishly as if to say he didnt know what really happened, but he's ok now. And he gave me a hug.
While it was short, the thing that most struck me in the dream is the recognition registered in his face. I have much hope and belief that no matter the legnth of time, there will be more and more good days like this, and that the day will come when the dream I had will be actuality.
Much love and prayers,
Erica T.
Thank you for keeping us updated like this. Please know that you have many prayers coming your way from my family both here and in Northern California. Cheryl Punzalan
ReplyDeleteDear Brant and Regina,
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping us posted and updated on Grayson's condition. It's encouraging to know that after almost 2 weeks, your son finally awoke and responded positively.
As you may not know, we keep him in our prayers and we prayed for him and your family during our weekly bible study last Wednesday here at Public Storage during our lunch hour.
We will continue to pray until Grayson is at home with you and again continue to pray for a full recovery.
God bless,
Joseph D. (Glendale, CA)
"Every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened." — Luke 11:10
We continue to pray for Grayson and your family every day. We are confident that God will be with you and sustain you in this difficult situation. We appreciate being posted as to Grayson's condition and are encouraged by the e-mails we have read lately.
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