Well...I hate to say that there is not much to report. Unfortunately, Steven did not think today was a nice enough day to wake up :(
During the afternoon visit, he did start to come out of the sedation a bit. When the meds start to wear off, this is when we try to get him to respond to something. We only have a minute or two before he gets really agitated, and they have to give him his meds. This is horrible to watch, however, I do have to say it's not as horrible as a few days ago.
He is breathing on his own, but remains on the vent, again in order to be able to clear his lungs. The vent can assist him if necessary. There seems to be a lot of fluid that needs to be suctioned. He may possibly have the start of pneumonia. Will find out what the xray looks like in the morning.
We asked the nurse to take a look at his eyes today. I have to say it is the first time that I saw "something" in them. His eyes are equal and reactive...but this time they moved. Normally, his eyes just look forward. This time they "looked around". Hard for me to explain it. But I felt for the first time that he really is in there.
Katie told her parents last night that he is not ready yet. He needs more rest. She is positive he will come back to us. I have to say out of the mouthes of babes...she is sometimes smarter than her parents. She's right...this is about "us" wanting to talk to him, to know he will be ok. He still has more healing that is needed and we need to be patient. In time, he will be back. I have faith.
Thank you all...love you all...please keep praying
Michael Jackson..."Will You Be There"
But They Told Me
A Man Should Be Faithful
And Walk When Not Able
And Fight Till The End
But I'm Only Human
Everyone's Taking Control Of Me
Seems That The World's
Got A Role For Me
I'm So Confused
Will You Show To Me
You'll Be There For Me
And Care Enough To Bear Me
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I think Katie is right...........her brother wants to rest still. I "feel" something when we talk to him, the twitching of the eyes has made me feel like he is there, waiting for the best time. He is healing inside and needs more rest. Our hearts are broken, and they too will heal. Come see us soon Steven. Rest if you must, but don't you quit!! Love Aunt Barb.
ReplyDeleteKatie always was the smart one... it's just not "spring weather" yet... he will come out of hibernation as soon as he knows the nice weather is here to stay... just like Pooh Bear <3
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