July 19, 2009

Emily spent last night at the hospital with Gene, came home for awhile this morning and then went back after lunch, went to Lynn and Alan's for an early dinner, then stopped by home for a few minutes, and then back to Kindred to spend the night with Gene again.

His respiration pressure was turned down a notch to 11 today. His nighttime pressure is 12, and so he is once again beginning the weaning process. He was down to 7 last week when he had the setback and had to have his pressure moved back up to the sleep setting for a few days.

Gene continues to seem tired. Emily has speculated that his level of inactivity for so long, and his general weakness is contributing to his tiredness. But it also seemed that his increase in activity last week may have contributed to his respiration difficulties.

Prayer Requests
Please continue to pray for Gene's respiration to grow stronger and for the pressure sore on his lower back to begin to heal. Pray for him to continue to have increased strength and movement in his body. Pray for Emily to have an the strength and courage to find the balance she needs.