Thursday, April 9, 2009

From Laura - 5:00pm, April 9, 2009

Sooo, I just went in to talk to Mike (he's still being quiet in these conversations), and I got some great updates. Right now, his BP, temp, O2 levels and kidney function are within normal ranges. His CO2 has come down 20 points or so, and is nearly normal. Halleluia!! God is so good!

While I was in there, I also dug around amongst the CT scan records and found out that he only has one facial fracture - the right side of his nose, the nasal bone. His jaw is dislocated, but apparently not broken.

While Hunter was here, he was able to go in an see Mike. This is the first time he has seen Mike. Although he was upset, he was amazingly strong. I cried the first time I saw him, too.

Thank you for all of the prayers. I am totally humbled by the outpouring of love.

16 comments:

  1. Laura,

    I am thinking of all of you and praying for Mike and your family!

    Sue Selznick

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  2. Thanks Rhonda for the updates. Sure sound encouraging.
    We will continue to pray for complete healing and peace for your family.
    Love,
    Renée and Tom Snell

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  3. Laura, Hunter, and family,

    I am sending stay strong vibes to Mike...and all of you.

    Elizabeth Andrews

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  4. We continue to lift you all up. We know that God is good, even in these valleys that we don't think we can come out of.
    We love all of you~
    Kaycey McNeill McLaughlin

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  5. I continue to feel your pain. I liked this quote: Life is hard, God is good, don't get the two confused. Praying.....

    Marylu and Merlin

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  6. Praying for you tonight. Miriam for the PA Kings

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  7. Still praying for you guys! I am so glad to here that he is improving.

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  8. Rhonda,
    This is Candace (Poe) Blackburn. I have a group of people that I use, basically they are a prayer circle and I will get in touch with them immediately and put Mike and your entire family on their list. I will be checking in. Just remember that you guys need to take care of yourselves because Mike is going to need you guys to help him when he comes out of this. Get some rest if you possibly can and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Candace

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  9. Laura, Hunter and Family: I have had Mike in mt constant prayers. I have sent out prayer requests on his behave from here to Conn. I wish I could be there with you. But know that you are all in my prayers and thoughts constantly. Love and Blessings to you all, Lynn Smith

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  10. Dear Michael Watson Family, This is Paula Bettany Cave, my family was once very close to yours, Mike, Carol, Paula, Andrea, Michael (who went to kindergarten etc with Michael Watson) and Geoffrey. While we are all older Facebook has allowed us to rekindle relationships with old friends and when a family like yours is in trouble, a family like mine begins to pray for you. I heard of the prayers and asked if this was the same family and to hear Rhonda's voice in this blog, I knew it was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that Michael will pull through this. God is your strength, family and friends are your support, we are here!!!!

    Michael is hoping to come by the hospital and at least see the family. I, however, live in CA and I will pray for Michael's speedy recovery and strength for you all to get through this. Please continue to keep us all updated and God Bless You All...

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  11. I am sorry I couldn't be with you all today but you know that I was constantly asking God to embrace you as only He can. We will be back in touch soon. Give Mike a hug for me Laura.
    Peggy

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  12. We are praying for your family and glad to have a blog to follow along with. Thank you for getting this up and running, it is nice to be able to read it.
    Gina Carter Butler
    and the entire Carter Family

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  13. Laura,

    Know your and your family are in my families' thoughts and prayers. If you need absolutely anything, call.

    Lisa Thomas

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  14. Laura,

    We are praying for you and your family.

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  15. Laura,

    Know that my family is praying for all of you. I know what it is like to sit at that hospital, waiting for news. Stay strong and get as much rest as you can. I am here for you if you need me.

    Tracy Spaulding

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