July 30, 2009

Gene is back at the hard work of ventilator weaning; his pressure has been lowered to a 7. This is good. He is scheduled for another debriding tomorrow sometime. It will be done bedside with a local anesthesia. The doctor has assured us that it will not affect his ability to enjoy visits from family.

Steve and Russ were both here today and had an opportunity to visit with him. Gene remains very patient and a wonderful example for how to deal with the most difficult times that life can hand to us.

The family is looking forward to Gene getting to visit with grandchildren and great grandchildren and believe that will be a really positive experience. There is still figuring out the logistics of him getting to see the grandchildren since they won't be able to go into the hospital.

Prayer requests:
Please pray for Gene's to continue to grow stronger in his respiration and for the debriding procedure to be successful and begin to make healing possible. Pray for Emily to have the comfort of good sleep and strength to deal with the days and weeks ahead.