The main infectious disease doctor has not been in for a few days and was very encouraged with TJ's progress. He told TJ that he had "been on the brink" but expects him to recover fully with a lot of rehab. He also commented on the notable heart murmur (mitral valve leak). VS are all looking good. TJ worked more with the speech therapist. He also tried to look at the New York Times. The swallowing study may not be until tomorrow, but that is probably good. When I was working with him with some ice chips today (like 2 chips) it looked like he swallowed but still had some leaking into the "wrong pipe." The staff was about to get him up into the chair again using the lift. Baby steps continue in the right direction and we are very pleased. I have not heard any plans to move him out of ICU yet.
Blessings!
Mary Ann
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Late morning update
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Yeah for steps toward recovery. Still Praying.
CL
We look forward to each report and continue to pray for TJ's recovery. It has been an encouragment and blessing to our family to see how boldly you all witness for Christ during these trying times. May God continue to grant you perserverance and strength!
PRAISE THE LORD!
STILL PRAYING!!
LOVE KRISTIN
Awesome to hear of more steps forward!!! Continuing to pray!! I also pray for continued peace and strength for you and the family! May God's blessings of rest and joy rain down on your family!
Abby (knox)
Praise GOD from whom ALL blessings flow!!!! Praise Him all people. We will keep rejoicing and praying!!!
We'll take Tim bearded or beardless - although I admit to being curious, smile. What wonderful answers to prayer!
Diane
Praying that uncle Tj will be able to leave the ICU soon!! Sounds like the news is good! Still praying! Satan has NO power over any of this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We are rejoicing with you! May the Lord continue to give each of you strength - day by day and with each passing moment - as you baby step forward by His grace. S and S
As was said in your posting: the physician "expects him to recover fully" ....
In agreement with this doctor who is in alignment with the heart of the ultimate physician who is fully able to do exceedingly more than we can expect or imagine! I pray now for TJ's recovery to be quicker than they expect and in God's perfect timing, not mans, in Jesus name. We thank you Lord in advance for Your continued favor on Your servants life. Amen.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Still praying and putting everything into the hands of God.We love you TJ
Nicolas, Noha and the Ayoub Family
Dear TJ and MA,
Muriel and I rejoice in what MA refers to as baby steps. We all know that God could bring about complete healing and recovery in a moment, but most things He does can be described as a process. God is working in you, in us, and in our work. What you face is a character builder. How long full recovery will take we do not know, but we do know that the product will be a beautiful one. Muriel and I will continue to pray every day.
Your friend, brother, and fellow servant.
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