Saturday, September 15, 2007
MRI Results
Greetings All,
The results of Rachel's MRI concluded...without a shadow of a doubt...that we are just going to have to wait and see where the chips fall. You see, when the doctors went in and broke up the blood clot, they shattered it into many smaller pieces that were (supposedly) dispersed throughout other areas of the brain to be re-absorbed back into the body. It appears that there is no damage incurred from these itsy bitsy pieces of clot.
There is much speculation as to what could or might be the long term or short term effects of her strokes. We all know what opinions are like, so the responsible thing to do is sit back and let the results speak for themselves, and from a results standpoint, she can breathe and move on her own. However, she has a weak swallow, and she hasn't spoken yet.
She is taking a 'swallow test' on Monday, which will give us a baseline of her ability to swallow and speak.
Today was the first real day that I've seen Rachel really laugh! We told her a few jokes to lighten the very somber mood of the ICU, and she laughed hard enough it knocked her Oxygen mask off. It was pretty sweet.
More than her physical ability, I would have to say that Rachel's attitude needs the bulk of prayer right now. Now, you can't blame the girl for feeling blue...she should be on her honeymoon, and instead, she's sharing a hospital room with an 80 yr old man named Russell that keeps trying to climb out of his hospital gown.
None the less, I am convinced that Rachel's attitude throughout the process ahead will have a drastic impact on the results that are achieved.
All The Best,
- Josh
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Rachel and the WHOLE FAMILY...we are all praying for you here in C'ville. Mom (Deanna Allen) and Paul Burnside are travelling but have called each day to check the latest from the blog. Crystal and Phil, we are sending you especially a parent's prayer to be strong for that wonderful girl of yours. Love........JeNel Allen Barth along with Julianna, Greger and Mike
Rachel,
Glad to hear that you were LAUGHING today...! Just keep taking one step at a time. We are excited for every single inch of progress!!!!
"When mountains tower, rugged and high; rise to the challenge, look to the sky. Trust in the Lord and start out to climb. Reach for the goal one step at a time. Little by little, inch by inch; by the yard it's hard, by the inch, what a cinch; Never stare up the stairs, just step up the steps; Little by little, inch by inch."
[The above words are from a song produced by Majesty Music entitled, "Little by Little"]
Love, Anna
dear rachel and family - praise the Lord for stides made. our prayers continue. you know our number if you need something.
phil, sharon, jill, robin, jeff prater
Hello to Rachel and your many loved ones,
I will be praying for your recovery and that the blessings bestowed upon you will spill over onto everyone who encounters you!
Love & prayers,
Debbie Eurom (former library director at Drake PL in Centerville, now living in Florida)
Rachel,
So glad you were able to get a chuckle from the jokes! Am still praying for you (and Russell's hospital gown!!!). Keep up you hope ... God is mighty!
-Faith
The Difinos are still praying for you, Rachel! We are praying and believing for complete healing! SOO glad to hear that you were laughing...I can still hear the sound of your laugh. It always made me smile to hear it!
Much love,
Jim, Linda, Darcy, Janna, Nina and Jimmy Difino
Rachel. I am delighted to here there is improvement every day. Continuing to keep you in our prayers here at His Mansion
Marie Spiess (Mc Keown)
Rachel - we are thankful for your laughter, praying your swallowing and speech will soon return, and that through this all you will continue to see God's gracious, faithful and loving hand! Cousin Ryan - you are truly an amazing man and Rachel is blessed to have you by her side! Josh and RuthAnne - thank you so much for the wonderful job you are doing of keeping us current on how Rachel is doing and how we can pray. May His merciful and strong hand continue to support and strenghten each of you and your families as you are there to pass along our love and hugs! In His love, The Gragg Family
Rachel,
We and all the church here in Carpinteria are praying for you and are so thrilled to hear the progress that you are making each day. I take the blogs to Bible study and to church to update everyone so they can all be praying on the same page.
Phil and Crystal, and all the Garrison family our hearts go out to you too. Josh and Ruth Ann thankyou so much for keeping us all informed. Love The Noll Family
Rachel & Family,
We are all thinking of you & praying for you each day...Rachel, you are a very strong girl not only physically, but spiritually as well...think only positive thoughts! With your family rallied by your side you will continue to make progress towards a full recovery. We will continue to pray for you!
Steve & Shawna Stickler & family
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