Thursday, October 29, 2009

Update 10/29/09

My mom said it's a bleak and rainy Friday afternoon in Melbourne. Everyone is a little down because Paul has had a few setbacks today. His response to stimuli is variable and therefore not consistent enough to move ahead at this time. He is not as alert and responsive as they would like him to be aftering removing a lot of the sedatives. The doctors are also concerned with his eyes because he is not responding appropriately when they examine them. He will be having a brain scan today and we will know the results in a few hours.

The medical team has instructed us that setbacks will happen and that we need to be patient at this time. I know this is a disappointment to all of us who love Paul and want to see him pull through this quickly, especially after all of the progress that he has made.

Have hope for a better day and send prayers, thoughts, and love his way today.

Love,

Tara

4 comments:

  1. 'So sorry to hear that latest news, Tara. We continue to pray for all of you, and we hope tomorrow's a much better day for Paul. Please give your mom and dad our love. Gail and Jim Murray

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  2. Gosh. I am so sorry to hear the latest news, especially after the optimism of the past few days. I am sure he will pull through this. I continue to keep him and all of his family in my thoughts. sending more positive vibes to Melbourne... Lindsay R

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  3. Hi Tara,

    Please let your parents and family know that we are thinking of them and praying for Paul's speedy recovery every day. Ted passes along frequent updates from Ryan and we follow the notes on your blog with great anticipation.

    Give your Mom and Dad our best and please let us know if we can assist in any way.

    The Brennans

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  4. Think how far he's come. If he needs a little rest before going forward, it's okay. Prayers from NC.

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