Thursday, May 15, 2008
Joye's Update 5/15/08
Andrew is back on track again. He felt much better today. His head still hurt a bit, but nothing like it was yesterday. He got up in his chair for 2 hours and 10 minutes. He then slept for a while and then he did a vent wean. He is scheduled to have a swallow test early in the morning to determine whether he has use of the right muscles to swallow correctly and then hopefully he will soon be able to eat food again. They will just have to put a different kind of trach in to allow this function. So lets pray he has use of the right muscles for that. He is also scheduled to be up for a longer period of time tomorrow and he should have at least 3 different vent weans scheduled as well. The book (90 Minutes In Heaven) should be here tomorrow and Andrew's actually looking forward to listening to it. The TV in his room has not been turned on one time since we've been here; Andrew's had no interest in watching it so far . . . which, for those of you who really know Andrew know this is completely out of character for him. I asked him why he doesn't want to watch anything and he says he just doesn't know why, only that he doesn't want to. He was in a pretty good mood tonight, joking around with everyone; so I know he's definitely feeling better. He still prays all the time and he continues to have 100% faith that he will walk again . . . his strength is amazing. I didn't think it was possible to love him anymore than I did, but I love that man more and more everyday as I watch him fight this fight; he's so wonderful. Okay, I got gushy there for a moment :) I was able to finally catch him up after a few days on your posts today . . . he was happy to hear from you all. Thank you again for all your prayers and words of encouragement, it is making such a difference in his recovery. Good Night and God Bless. Joye
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Hi Andrew and Joye, Good to hear that things are back on track. Each day it gets a little closer to getting to the ultimate goal!! Andrew, keep fighting. Determination. Have I mentioned that before? :-) Joye, it is absolutely ok to get mushy. Doesn't it feel good knowing the strong love that you two have?? Well, I'll continue to pray for another good day tomorrow and each day after that!! :-) Take care you two.
Until next time.
Lots of Love,
Dawn
SGT,
Praise God, you are feeling better. We are getting the book and hope to be listening along with you. Glad to hear you are joking around. Gets lot of practice because Billy and I are quick in that area. Love you both.
Mikey
Drew,
I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better. I'm sure each new day will bring progress your way. I miss you and think of you all the time. I can't wait to see your big smile and hear your laughter again really soon! Take care and know that everyone is asking about you and sending prayers and good thoughts your way. Hang in there. Love always, Kathy
Hi -Langley:
Glad to hear you are doing good. Don't worry about the times you have small set backs. That is all part of the road to recovery. You just have to take the good and the bad together and keep your focus on 100% healing. You will get there!! We are all praying for you and I am so amazed at your strength and determination. God Bless you and Joye both.
Love Ya,
Cherry Derrick
Hey Langley,
So glad to hear that you are doing much better. I pray for you everyday, and you are in our constant thoughts. We all miss you and look forward everyday to see your progress. Stay strong and continue getting better.
Rebecca & Johnny
Yeah... WooHoo... YEEHAW... (Just for you Andrew since I know you LOVE country music). Sounds like it was a good day.... We are praying that the rest only get better!! As Cherry said earlier just take the GOOD with the BAD. You have a plan and I know it is in God's hands now. Keep your strength up and rest well knowing that you are in the RIGHT place!! Be glad that you are there now for the cool weather we are in the 100's here now and only gonna get worse. Hugs, Tammy
Hi Joye, it's great to hear how well Andrew is doing. God is awesome! Please say hi to Andrew for us and that he is always in our prayers. We'll be praying for a miracle healing, that he will have use of the right muscle and no problem with swallowing. God Bless and we love you guys! Nick & Marie
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