February 18
Hi everyone
I want to thank eveyone for all the concern and prayers that we have been receiving this week.
It has been a rollercoaster ride for us this week, the very scary diagnosis given to us on Wednesday was followed by another nasty interview on Thursday.
Friday was a new day though , and a ray of hope shone through.
For those of you who haven't heard, Glenn suffered a brain stem stroke, and is incapable of moving. He can breathe by himself, and is fairly stable, although his heart started racing last night. Today he is waiting to have a tracheotomy and a feeding tube implanted so that the tubes can be pulled from his mouth. He will be much more comfortable, and hopefully he will improve enough to be moved to a regular ward soon.
Chris here. We also have been seeing other encouraging signs. He has been wiggling his left foot and his left hand. That may seem insignificant but in a situation like this it is a very big deal. Especially since it is still early on. We are not out of the woods yet, but we have a lot of reason to hope.
Colin here. Don't have much to say just that dad's doin' better everyday and his movements are more and more encouraging each day. A lesser man wouldn't be capable of such improvement at such an early stage, especially considering the odds he was given earlier on.
February 19
Chris again. Well, things continue to improve. Dad went in early this morning for his tracheotomy surgery today and looks much more comfortable. So we decided to turn off the radio and put on some Sprinsteen. Rock on dad.
Jackie here. What a long week. Things are finally on the up. Dad looks good. He looks like himself. Me and mom have found comfort and inspiration in Avril Lavigns song `Keep Holding On.` We all know that with dad its all or nothing. And I never doubt him for a second. I love him, and I can see how hard he is working to come back to us. He’s the strongest, toughest man I know, and he`ll never ever even think about giving up not even for a second. All we can do is hope and pray and be strong for him. Every day I give him my strength. One step, one day at a time. Love ya daddy.
The Koots(by Mike): We`re all rooting for you, keeping you in our thoughts and praying for you. Glenn we we believe in you, best of luck!
3 comments:
Glen and Louise and family - our love to you all and our prayers.
Dean and Christine Whitaker.
Looking forward to seeing you well again and back home where you belong. We believe in you. You are young and strong. (that coming from two much older people ;-)
Our love and prayers to you and all your family.
Rod & Jeanne Flaman
Glen, Louise, Chris, Colin, Dale and Jackie:
You have survived the first week! Prayers and positive thoughts flow from us to each of you. This is such a difficult time and you have all pulled together so well. Glen, you will recover to your fullest potential with the Love and Faith of your family and freinds. Plus, as your children have indicated, you never do anything unless it is full throttle! You go! If you need anything, please call me at #421-2691 or e-mail mennietim@hotmail.com. We are always here for you. Love & Hugs Tim and Brenda Mennie
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