Not much to report today guys. I am just really to tired and frustrated today to do very much. It's almost 8:00pm and I'm just going to call it a day. Nancy and Matt are in the room and I'm going to head back to the Ronald McDonald house and fall out.
I'm kind of unhappy with Allie's progress today. She appeared dazed and unresponsive for the last two days and Nancy finally figured out that one of the medicines they were ging her for the last five days was having a poor effect on her so we talked to the nurse and told them we wanted it stopped immediately. The nurse called a doctor and they have stopped it until we meet with all of the doctors. Sometimes you have to take back your own power!!
Must just be tired because all I feel like doing is crying and going to bed.
So with that said. Please keep up your posts and e-mails. They are the wind beneath our wings.
Love Ya'll
Allie's Pooped Dad
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Love and more prayers to you all! You will feel so exhausted by this time. Am glad to hear that at least you are being listened to re Allison's meds. Recovery is never a straight line. She will get there, and you will be with her all the way!!
FULL RECOVERY!!!
SusanJ
Precious Family, PLEASE take some time for yourself. FULL RECOVERY takes time.Think back to 27 days ago. Your precious Allie has made tremendous gains, but she gets rest. It is so hard to keep yourself "UP" with no rest or reserves to draw from.Healing is very draining on your emotions and it requires some down time to rest. Just like Allie sleeping to renew and heal, the same applies to you. I will pray for renewing of all of your strength and spirit. Please rest. Mary
Family, Please rest and renew.
Dearest "Allie's Dad",
Cheer up my friend. You have been through an awful lot yourself. Don't beat yourself up or get discouraged. Remember, I was there yesterday and felt the high level of emotion from everyone. Allie was not the only one struggling with that. Both you and Nancy have had to face what should have been your first child's big day, by her side in the hospital. She is on her way, but it takes time. Remember with TOTAL RECOVERY, this too shall pass. You, Nancy and Allie will all be able to celebrate graduation day together when it is Matt's turn... and after what I saw last night... other than his parents, Allie is his biggest fan.
You have been a rock for your entire family through this experience and it will make your relationships within your family that much stronger. You have dealt with all the financial, business and "school" stuff while Nancy was the wonderful, loving mother that God created her to be, there by Allie's side. God will give you both the strength to get through all of this and yes, you deserve a little "down" time to rest. You and Nancy seem to take turns with that, as far as staying with Allie, but even when you are not with Allie, you are being the protective, loving and caring father that God created you to be.
Hang in there. You have no idea how much of an inspiration you both are to everyone who reads the blogs. Get rest, my friend. Tomorrow will be a brighter day.
You are all loved!!!
Lynn
There will be days like this, when everything just overwhelms and exhaustion catches up. Hang in there Steve. You and Nancy and Matt MUST take care for yourselves, otherwise you won't be able to help Allie.
Take those few minutes each day to breathe deeply and focus on Who your strength comes from and de-stress. Extended support people are so important during this type of recovery. Don't be afraid to reach out and ask for help, you need it at this time. Your family and friends will understand and step up, just trust me on this.
Be sure to keep a list of every med Allie is on and how much she is given. This may be necessary to refer to in the future. (I just kept a notebook of meds and care given at what times - it prevented an overdose of a similar drug by a new nurse).
We continue to pray for you all. The days and months ahead will be full of new challenges, so please keep taking care of one another.
Someone said what doesn't kill us only serves to make us stronger.
We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy. Colossians 1:11 NLT
He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Isaiah 40:29 NLT
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:30-31 NIV
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand. Isaiah 41:10 NLT
God arms me with strength, and he makes my way perfect. Psalm 18:32 NLT
As soon as I pray, you answer me; you encourage me by giving me strength. Psalm 138:3 NLT
In His Care...
Even a Dad can be too pooped to pop, you are allowed. All my prayers are going your way to the whole clan.
What you are going through is so difficult. It takes a huge physical and emotional toll on you. It is hard, but don't let it get in the way of God using all of you to His glory. He is doing great things through you--it is evident all the way in Texas. I'm praying for your precious daughter and for your family.
You guys are doing so well - it's completely understandable that there are going to be dark days along the way. Just remember that they won't all be dark, and that you have the prayers and love of people around the world.
Recovery is a long and difficult path, and not all of us get to the end, but I truly believe that Allie will get there. If it helps, after my accident, I didn't want everyone to be strong for me all the time. Sometimes it was comforting just to know that people shared the pain and frustration of the worst moments.
Sending you all so much love, and prayers that God will give you His strength to continue to fight your way towards recovery.
Hang in there, Steve - it's so hard to maintain the energy that you all have created over the last month! And it will only be one month on Thursday! It's hard to believe the progress Allie has made in such a short time, even though I know that the month has seemed like years to all of you who have been with her every step of the way. Her progress has been nothing short of miraculous! We hope that you and Nancy can rest a bit and take the time to take good care of yourselves too. It's been such an emotional roller coaster, but you have been AMAZING! Thanks to you and Nancy for showing us the power of love in every way!
Tibby
Hi Steve,
Hang in there. Things will look better on Tuesday. Allie is doing great. She is lucky to have parents like you as her advocates. We read your blog everyday - we are addicted to it and can't wait for the next update. You guys are doing a wonderful job and we pray for Allie everyday.
Lori and Ken Owen
Good Morning!
Hey, keep your chin UP! Wasn't it Nancy that recently told us how Allie has what she is referring to as "Healing Days"? (Days when she needs to rest because the previous day was a busy one?) Well, DR. CAGEN...considering all that has taken place recently...I think both of you are entitled to a "Healing Day" now and then also.
I Hope you had a good, restful, calm night because Today is going to be a GREAT ONE!! We Love You Guys!! P.S. Do you need a P.B. Cookie?
Pam
Just thought of a song "Your faith will not be broken" written by a friend of mine. It helped me get through a valley....remember "He who created a good work in Allie will be faithful to complete it." (another song--of course)
Grace and peace,
Ginger
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