Clare is continuing to make progress. This morning they took her off of the ventelator and put a "T" on her trach tube. She transitioned to the new set up very well. This is one more step in getting her off assisted breathing all together. We are hoping that by the end of the week that she can have the trach tube removed completely.
She is doing well with her therapy too. She is swallowing a few ice chips and she is following simple instructions and answering questions with blinking her eyes or giving the thumbs up.
She was very awake tonight. Her eyes were bright, and she shows a lot of expression when she is interested, uncomfortable, or irritated. As I was getting ready to leave, I leaned in and told her I loved her. She reached up her left arm and let it fall behind my neck, resting it there in a light hug. What a sweet moment.
I am so grateful for these small miracles.
What a tender mercy for you Annette!!
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I am happy to hear of Clare's progress. This story really hits home to me as I was in a 4-wheeler accident 19 years ago. I was riding with another person and we went off a cliff and I landed in a tree. I will keep you all in my prayers. -- Rachel
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for taking the time to keep this information channel open. The progress is exciting and helps each of us to remember the wonderful power of love and of prayer. Ours are with all of you. R Dekker
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