Santa Barbra, CA July 2009
In Erika’s words this was the best day yet and I agree. Today’s highlights were that she amazed the PT therapist, and me, by walking not once but twice across the unit and back. Second, she is eating so well they removed the IV food drips tonight. Third the headaches are starting to let up. There are longer periods between the pain meds.
There were no test today and no visits from the Neurosurgeon. Tomorrow there is an arteriogram scheduled, and then we wait again. That is okay though. We don’t want to rush into anything. The last arteriogram she had was last Friday, and the Dr. told me afterward that it would take him 4 hours to complete his report. Depends what time they do it tomorrow, but I guess it may be late tomorrow night or Saturday before we hear the results. I then suspect we will have the plan of action laid out to us. I am thinking it will be a procedure or a trip out of NICU. I am praying for the trip out of NICU.
From Erika: She is so blessed and humbled by the outpouring of love and prayers from all of you. She asked that you continue to pray for her strength and healing. She also wanted me to share Isaiah 41:10 with you. “Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.”
For me, that the Dr’s will find a perfectly healthy brain system tomorrow.
I have been asked about my job with my being off so long. I have been blessed with the best job in the world and an amazing bunch of co-workers. Our agency is small with less the 400 total employees. The aviation side of the house is small group of around 100 employees. We are a tight group who look out for one another. My co-workers stepped up and took my November on-call rotations and have poured out there love and prayers on Erika and I. Erika and I have gotten emails, cards, and gifts from most of them, all the way up and including the Chairman. I have 11 plus weeks of sick time saved up plus I normally work full time from home. This will allow me to keep an eye on her once we get her home.
I counted 15 cards in the mailbox tonight. I figure the mailman is trying to figure out what is going on. I’m going to have to keep him away from Erika when she gets home. I’m afraid he is going to start thinking he needs to meet her if she is that popular. : )
I noticed Erika spent a lot of time in deep thought today. I think maybe I did too. We shared my I-Pod headphones and listened to the song below. It had special meaning.
By the way, every porch light I could see was on when I came down the street tonight
Thanks again for your love and prayers.
Tim & Erika
9 comments:
Best. News. Ever.
Thanks again for your thoughtful updates; the things you say really warms the hearts for everybody continuing to send positive vibes and prayers. I'm glad all the porch lights are on in your neighborhood -- it's so nice to know that you two have a nice, close circle of support there as well as those of us out here who can't do much other than keep up the hope and prayers. The good news you share is so encouraging.
Keep it up, Erika! (And you hang in there, too, Tim!)
Tell the doc we want more good news!
We've followed this from across many miles and years and, like Cathy above, your comments have warmed our hearts. We pray along with you that this will soon pass and turn into many good years of love and service.
Randy and Jane Huff
What a great day! It is so exciting to hear the progress that Erika is making. You are both so strong. Now that Erika is walking, you will be back to chasing her around and we all know how you love doing that! The news is great to hear and we will continue to pray for healing, strength, and good test results.
Stay strong, Tim and Erika. Sending positive thoughts for another great day. -Kristi
That is so neat that you can feel the neighborhood support with everyone leaving their porch lights on. Hope she will be home soon.
We just listened to the song....WOW..what a message. It touched our hearts. We know that God is working in your hearts and others, as well!
Our love and prayers are with you,
Monte & Mary
WOW...so wonderful!!!! I am so Happy things are turning around...may God richly bless you all during this time...I love the Positive attitude from both of you...truly AMAZING...cant wait to hear the GREAT news the Dr. is going to tell you all...what an awesome bonding time for the two of you....WOW...keep us posted...and our Thoughts and PRayers are with you ALWAYS!!!
Tim, Thanks so much for the Wonderful news, updates, and Inspirational music. I sent you an e-mail from this site. Aparently you CAN teach and old dog new tricks, since this is my first experince with a blog site. So I assume you got the e-mail.
Love to Both of You,
Terri P
Great news Tim!! You are doing a wonderful job with the constant updates. I am so happy for the both of you.
Fantastic!!
Nicole
You keep me in tears!!! Love you both!
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