Hello all...it is 11 pm and Randy and I are getting ready for bed. We had the most interesting conversation with a lady named Karen Shoutz, from Waconia, MN...outside by the pool at the Residence Inn. She is here with her daughter for a week and when we explained why we were here, she was so kind and so uplifting..gave us lots to think about and encouraged us to keep the faith we have in God. She also told us to be thankful each day for one thing positive that has happened with Jen..and that really spoke to me. God does use people in mysterious ways..Karen is one of those ways.
Today Jenny was able to sit up for a bit longer and ate a bit more. Her spirits were good and she actually watched American Idol with me...and liked the Beat Boxer guy the best! :>
Nick's mom Marie comes in tomorrow and I am sure that will lift all of our spirits! Australia is such a long flight..but we are so appreciative of her being able to come.
Cecile and Ann from Bent Tree visited for a long time and that was so much fun. They have really adopted our family and it is such a comfort to have them near.
Jenny's goal is to be able to sit up long enough on Saturday when Jill and Shannon
come so that Jill can "fix" her hair. What a treat that will be!
Randy has rented a car and will go back to Wichita tomorrow for a bit. He is leaving me our car to I will try and tackle the Dallas traffic until my sister Martha gets here on Saturday..wish me luck..it is brutal!
Good night dear friends..I will fill you in tomorrow..thanks over and over for hanging with us..I just can't wait to print everything for her to read one day..real soon!
Marilyn
Tuesday
Monday
Matthew's Review
Hello everyone. I'm in Jens room with her while writing this. Dad is helping her enjoy some strawberrt yogurt. She is really on a strawberry kick lately. Nothing wrong with that! Friday, 5/4/07 I was in the room when she had her first meal in six weeks. She would have made a good spokesperson for a chicken salad sandwich, which Dad enjoyed a half of. :) Last night when I got into Dallas I came in to hang out with her and we talked for about an hour before she started to get sleepy. She wanted to hear the cd that uncle Richard got her. I sampled it before she listened to it. It's a meditative soothing disc. Really good stuff. It helped her sleep. Early this morning she woke up and had trouble getting back to sleep. She is in pretty good spirits this morning. She amazes me every second. Just sitting next to her is a very inspiring feeling. I went to Wichita this weekend, friday night and returned Sunday evening. I was with Christy and her family. We said prayers for her and talked about how life can change so quickly. This change has been scary and frustrating yet she and everyone around her will prosper from it. She is really chily so I just had the staff bring her a heated blanket and Jen loved it. Well, I'm signing off for now. I want to thank everyone for the cards and gifts. Jen is so appreciative and wants to tell everyone how much it means to her. Bye for now.....
Bent Tree Fund
A number of people have asked about ways to contribute or start a fund to help Jenny and Nick offset some of the current and future medical expenses. Nick's employer, Bent Tree County Club has one established. To make a donation, checks should be payable to Nick Griffin % Bent Tree Couty Club 5201 Westgrove Drive Dallas, Texas 75248-2026 Att: Linda Moseley Administrative Assistant.
Marilyn
Marilyn
Sunday
Sunday Evening
Nick just said it all...I missed the big outing..had just returned to the hotel for a few minutes when they all decided to take a field trip! Wow...what a deal..the nurses were so kind and Jen loved the feeling of fresh air for a bit..we all look forward to trying it again soon.
Margene and Judy left today..so wonderful to have them for a couple of days. Terri and Richard were here too..they brought her some healing music C.D.'s that we are going to try..Jenny has always loved music so much so we are hopful that this will give her some peace. She is going to have another surgery tomorrow to change her dressings again...we are all anticipating that she will be able to stay off the vent during this ordeal...and keep moving forward.
We are all looking forward to the arrival of Nick's mom, Marie, from Australia, on Wednesday. She will be a great help to all of us and I am sure will lift Jenny'spirits.
Many thanks again my friends for all of the love...we have met the most wonderful people here that have all lifted us up and continually rely on our friends from home..what a journey..we know we aren't making it alone.
Goodnite..look so forward to hearing from you all..Love, Marilyn
PS..keep Sharon Ringler in your prayers..she is back in Houston at MD Anderson..and needs us.
Margene and Judy left today..so wonderful to have them for a couple of days. Terri and Richard were here too..they brought her some healing music C.D.'s that we are going to try..Jenny has always loved music so much so we are hopful that this will give her some peace. She is going to have another surgery tomorrow to change her dressings again...we are all anticipating that she will be able to stay off the vent during this ordeal...and keep moving forward.
We are all looking forward to the arrival of Nick's mom, Marie, from Australia, on Wednesday. She will be a great help to all of us and I am sure will lift Jenny'spirits.
Many thanks again my friends for all of the love...we have met the most wonderful people here that have all lifted us up and continually rely on our friends from home..what a journey..we know we aren't making it alone.
Goodnite..look so forward to hearing from you all..Love, Marilyn
PS..keep Sharon Ringler in your prayers..she is back in Houston at MD Anderson..and needs us.
Jen's Field Trip
It was one of the funniest things you will ever see. Jen being wheeled through the parking lot of Medical City while still in bed. She had the opportunity today to get some fresh air and feel the warmth of the sun and the cool of the wind. Thanks to all the nurses for taking Jen on the trip for about 30 mins. Again it was an example of the simple pleasures that make my baby so happy.
She is really enjoying being able to eat solid foods, it seems like yogurt is at the top of her list. She has also had the chance to hear from some of the nurses just how serious things were at the beginning of this whole ordeal. She understands how lucky she is to be still alive and it was her strength and determination that pulled her through. It is these traits that will help us tackle he challenges that lie ahead.
Only a few more weeks in ICU babe then off to Rehab hospital. I know you cant wait to get home and I cant wait to get you home. I cant wait to lie with my head on your chest and listen to your heart beat, its the sound I miss most and one that I will never take for granted again.
Love Hubby.
She is really enjoying being able to eat solid foods, it seems like yogurt is at the top of her list. She has also had the chance to hear from some of the nurses just how serious things were at the beginning of this whole ordeal. She understands how lucky she is to be still alive and it was her strength and determination that pulled her through. It is these traits that will help us tackle he challenges that lie ahead.
Only a few more weeks in ICU babe then off to Rehab hospital. I know you cant wait to get home and I cant wait to get you home. I cant wait to lie with my head on your chest and listen to your heart beat, its the sound I miss most and one that I will never take for granted again.
Love Hubby.
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