Sunday, April 27, 2008

Joye's Update 4/27/08

Today was another quiet day. Andrew slept well last night, so he was less tired today; however, he has been quite nauseous. The doctor has ordered something to take care of that. We are all very anxious to hear back from those 2 hospitals tomorrow, and hoping they will soon be able to evaluate Andrew to see if he's a candidate for their programs. Other than that, he rested up a lot today as tomorrow he will begin a tough regimen of weaning off the ventilator. It is going to take a lot of focus and determination, and I know he can do it. Tomorrow is also another big day . . . his birthday! It's not really the place he wanted to celebrate it, but I'll do my best to make it as special as I can under the circumstances. Well, not much to report today. Please continue to lift Andrew in prayer . . . God is good and He will answer our prayers, it was His promise to us. Good Night and God bless. Joye

21 comments:

Kathy Nall said...

Happy Birthday Drew! With each day that passes, I know you will continue to get better. I can't wait to see your smiling face again. Love always, Kathy

Anonymous said...

Happy B-Day....our prayers are still going strong for both of you guys and family. Langley we know how strong you are and you can over come this. Just hang in there.

God bless you guys. Joye, maybe one of this days I will get to meet you.

Love, Manny & Lulu...(Tucson)

Dakota Medical Staff Family said...

Happy B-day Blackman !!!!!

love ya Daniela, Carrie, Tomas

Nora said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DREW!!

Joye, thank you for the posts. I hope your taking care of yourself as well. He's lucky to have you in his life.

I'm praying for the both of you..and good luck with the assesements.

God bless you both!!

Dawn said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDREW!!!! HA, you're still older!! ;-) Take care of yourself and we will still keep you in our thoughts!! Can't wait to see what the assesments from the facilities say. Joye, EAT! (Just a reminder). :-)
Until next time.
Lots of Love,
Dawn

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday Drew!
You and your family are prayed for daily.
God bless
Coleen

Deborah & Jay said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDREW!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. We miss you guys. Jay need help moving a load of rock...lol!! Take care and God Bless!!! If you need anything just let us know!!!

We love you!! The Simontons

wickballard said...

Happy B Day Langley!
Still pulling for you.
Bobbi

Laneigh said...

Hey big dog, Happy Birthday!! It is good to hear that you are making daily progress.We miss your smiling face. You always light up a room when you are around and we miss you and your infectious presence. Keep fighting the big fight. Laneigh

sahina said...

Feliz cumpleanos Langley. Thats how we do it here at Dakota now. Luv u and miss. God Bless You and Joye.
Sahina y la familia

Robbin Manell said...

Happy Birthday Old Man... LOL.. Dang I hope Joye doesn't put candles on that cake without calling the fire department first.. I know you want to cus me out right now huh... LOL.. I am so glad you are getting settled it sucks to be in the hospital and if anyone knows that I DO!!! now I know you have to be laughing.. But know that with each day that passes you are getting stronger. I will pray that Joye will be able to find the right hospital and which ever one it is, it's the one God wants you in. Both of you get some rest and know that you are loved.

Always,
Robbin

BASSFISH'NDILLE said...

!!!!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDREW!!!!
HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY,MAYBE JOYE CAN SNEEK YOU IN SOME ICE CREAM AND NOT NO JENNY CRAIG,HAVE THE HARD STUFF HAHA.GOD BLESS AND STAY TOUGH AND KEEP CLIMBING THE LADDER TO WELLNESS,TAKE CARE
LOVE,THE DILLES

Tammy said...

Happy Birthday Andrew!!!!!! Bo says Hi... we were at the boys baseball game Wednesday and it was alittle chilly and I covered Bo up with a blanket and his comment was "At least this blanket isn't PINK like the blanket Andrew was covered up with at the last game he was at!" I told him that Andrew would be after you if he was here. Boy, has CJ improved in his baseball skills.... Pitching and making outs! We had him a few days the week of the fair and I got a kick out of watching him trying to stop those pigs from running away down the alley ways and then to see him keeping them clean while the boys dressed before they showed..It was great... He will be a pig farmer before we know!! Loved having him.... I think we will try to get the boys together this weekend too. Both of you hang in there... Will and I were at church yesterday (Sunday) and joined hands and lifted our thoughts and prayers to the lord in your names. With the Love ALL things are possible!!! Love Will & Tammy Toms

S Price said...

Happy Birthday Drew! I have no doubt that Joye will make it the best day she possibly can for you.

You are strong. Continue your fight forward, knowing that God and all your friends and family are by your side.

Much love and prayers to you my friend - Shannon

Diana Ruble said...

Mrs. Langley;

My name is Diana Ruble. A few years back Andrew came to our home to help celebrate my daughter's birthday in Yuma, Arizona. Along with Mr. Sublett and other co-workers of my daughter, I had the honor of meeting your husband, Andrew.

My prayers are with you and your family.

Jackie called to let me know of your husband's condition. In our family we are a great believer in the Patron Saint, St. Jude of Tadeo. He was one of our Lord's Apostles and a faithful servant and friend of Jesus. He is known as the Patron of Hopeless cases. We believe in prayer and lighting a candle asking St. Jude to intercede for us and ask God to turn this condition around and bring your husband home to you, your family, and friends.

I have a candle glowing in my kitchen and prayers in our hearts for your husband's speed recovery.

God bless you both. Your news letters are an inspiration to us all. They reflect the love and respect you have for your husband.

May God bless and assist you in your time of need.

Respectfully:
Diana Ruble & Family

Jackie Ruble said...

Happy Birthday Buddy!

We continue to read of your progress and pray that God will bring Joye the best facility that will assist you on your road to recovery.

Joye, May God Bless you both for you are in our thoughts and continued prayers.

Always,
Justin, Jackie & Flannery

Dakota Medical Staff Family said...

Hey Langley my friend, guess what!! You are catching up with me in the B'Day dept. . . .of course that doesn't mean you are getting older. . .just better with the years.
Sure miss ya and want you to take care. Love ya Bro, Suz

RavensHalo said...

Happy Birthday Drew.....although you can't celebrate it as you may wish right now, I think that once you have recovered, a belated birthday party is in order!
Stay strong and focused as you work hard to get off the ventilator. Can't imagine the effort it is going to take, but if anyone has that level of strength and determination, it is you.
Joye~ Again.....thank you for all the posts. While it must be difficult for you to find the time to update everyone, please know that there are no amount of 'thank you's' that could possibly express the appreciation for you doing so. It is so comforting knowing his daily progress. One thing that is very apparent with your updates is that Drew is extremely fortunate to have you in his life and by his side. You are his own little angel.
Take care of each other~
Michele Sundwall

Dawn said...

Hi Joye,
I just read the web sites of the two places you talked about. I am really looking forward to see what they say. Both sound as if they would be great places. If any of us can do anything, let us know.
Until next time.
Lots of Love,
Dawn

Cherry Derrick said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Langley!!!! I am so happy to hear you are in a place where they are taking care of you as they should be! Keep up your fighting demeanor - you are definately on the right path!! I continue to pray for you and Joye and look forward to seeing your daily progress on this blog site.

God Bless you and Joye and again HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! P.S. I want to be invited to that belated birthday party for you!!

Love Ya,
Cherry Derrick

Barry/Marie said...

Happy Birthday Langley!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Joye, we will pray that God will provide Langley with the very best facility to help him to a speedy recovery. God Bless, we love you guys. Nick & Marie