Thursday, July 17, 2008
Joye's Update 7/17/08
Was another difficult day today for Andrew. He was still very sleepy first thing this morning, so he had to stay on the ventilator today. He started feeling better around 2pm and they were able to get him up in his chair at that time, but felt it was better to keep him on the vent until tomorrow morning. They tested his blood, x-rayed his chest, and many other medical tests today and have no good answer for why his was so sleepy and out of it for that day and a half. They actually do not believe it has to do with his C02 levels. So, for now it's a mystery . . . I'm just glad he seems to be feeling better. I picked up our friend, Dawn, from the airport tonight . . . it is great to have a girlfriend here to have some girl time. It was fun having James here, but he's no good at girl talk :) We are praying for a much better day tomorrow and Andrew is really concerned he won't be able to wean as long as he has been due to being on the ventilator for over 24 hours now; however, his lung doctor told him today that he could go as long as his body would let him. That made him feel better. Good Night and God Bless. Joye
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Joye and Andrew,
There are times that I don't know what to say, so I find myself not posting, even though I read your blogs daily. Today, is yet another one of those days...however, there is not a single day that goes by that I
don't think nor pray for you. Our prayers will continue that you may find the comfort and strength that you need at this time.
Please let us know if there is anything that we can do.
Love you,
Michele
Joye & Drew~
Sounds like it has been a rough couple of days and I pray the doctors determine the reason for his recent exhaustion.
As I write on this blog, I sometimes struggle for profound things to say.....words of encouragement, inspiration, or just something to lift his spirits. Today however, I will simply include the poetic words of Dr. Suess, as he has always had the ability to bring a smile. :)
"I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind.
Some come from ahead and some come from behind.
But I've bought a big bat. I'm all ready you see.
Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!"
~ Dr. Seuss
So grab a bat and keep plowin' forward. And when more obstacles pop up, start swingin'!! You're a strong man, Drew, and I pray for you and Joye each day.
Take care and maintain your determination~
Michele Sundwall
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