24 November 2009
Day 9 - Grayson’s Condition
Dear family and friends
Today was not a bad day.
This is like an emotional roller coaster. I entirely missed the fact that as of yesterday, we are already into week two of our ride. As I said at the outset of this blog, this could be a very long haul indeed.
We apparently turned some kind of corner today. Grayson received some meds that appear to have had some effect on his convulsive episodes. His sedation is slowly being reduced, and he is still resting comfortably. His temperature has stabilized and he is resting without the cold-fluid blanket for the first time in several days. He is still on the vent, but he is breathing on his own. While Grayson is far from being out of the woods, these signs are encouraging that the downward trend has at least paused.
On an intellectual level, we are keenly aware that Grayson will not just wake up tomorrow, and walk out of here. But on an emotional level, looking at him sleeping here peacefully in his hospital bed, we still dream it. I expect that we will have more than just a few ups and downs on our emotional roller coaster before we are through.
We are all still stunned at the outpouring of love from all of you. Your cards, emails, wall posts, notes and blog comments lift us up daily. Please know that we read every one, but don't really have the time to respond properly. The love you show us, and the strength we derive from our faith in God, will help us get through this.
Pax!
Brant and Regina
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The faith that you are displaying at this time is a wonderful testament to our loving God. I love you all and am praying for you.
ReplyDeleteWe are with you every step of the bumpy way. Your joys are our joys and your sorrows, ours as well. We are praying! - Robin
ReplyDeleteHi Brant and Regina:
ReplyDeleteWow, how encouraging is your message! The Lord is our Strong Tower--we run to it and we are saved!! We are still praying for you all of the time.
May you strength be hardy, and your love deeper than deep, and may His healing hand be on you all.
In Him,
Doug and Kemi
It is so encouraging to hear of the pause in the downward trend! You are much loved. As we stand in Art's hospital room each day, we talk and pray for you all.
ReplyDeleteDear Brant and Regina,
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out to both of you. Your strength and faith are amazing. I am hoping for the best every day.
Linda
Dear Brant, Regina, Austen and Lauren,
ReplyDeleteWe continue to pray each day for Grayson and all of you. Blessings on thisThanksgiving Day.
Fred, Gina, John, Joe and Ellen