The Minister's Cat: Sleep

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Sleep

Today John was quite sleepy. There were a few things contributing to this. One was that he didn't sleep all that well as he had to have some vigorous suctioning. Then again during the day he needed more suctioning and that takes a lot out of him. The third thing is that they upped his medication for spasms as he is on a very minimal dose but he is affected so much it has to be done very slowly. Please continue to pray for John that he would remain healthy especially before his surgery next month. Right now he seems to be having more secretions in his lungs.

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AlmaJanuary 15, 2010 at 3:59 PM
It seems like 1 step forward and 2 steps back...sorry John to hear you are not feeling so well today. We understand the suctioning must tire you out immensely. We pray that God will continue to give you strength to overcome all these road blocks that come up in your daily progress.

You and Laverne are always on our minds and I know there are many sending up their prayers.

Hugs....
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AlmaJanuary 15, 2010 at 6:41 PM
What am I saying?? I meant 2 steps forward and one back...duh!!!! A..
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Calm in the storm - blessings and praises

1 ATV was on the trail minutes after Johns accident. He was able to get help ASAP while Laverne was able to stay and assist.

2 The cement blocks had been removed from the beginning of the logging road so that the ambulance could back in right away.

3 The nurses at the hospital were the right ones. One worked with John and one graduated with Laverne. They were Connie and Ellen.

4 Good friends Lee & Don, Bob & Pat were at the hospital quickly.

5 Laverne was able to fly with John on the Medivac helicopter as this is unusual.

6 In vancouver Beth Sykes a Cascades church friend was coming on shift on ICU after a week in Mexico.

7 Tom Freeman a friend was in town to Visit John the first day.

8 The many prayers and help. Those who have helped by taking DVBS, feeding cat, gathering belongings, (and bringing them down), and getting the bikes home.

9 Karen from 100 Huntley St called out friend Patricia and said she sensed that a close friend needed prayer.

10 Sister Eleanor was able to get a quick flight and be there before surgery.

11 John was able and ready to get a tracheotomy in good time instead of days or weeks later.