Tonight we are nearing the end of Austin's third plasmapheresis. It has been another long day but there is good news tonight. Following the treatment they will be removing the femoral port (used for the procedure) which will mean much more freedom to move. In addition, we just got word that later this evening he will be transferred out of ICU to the Renal Unit which comes with a nicer room and a reprieve from the constant noise and activity he has been experiencing.
Austin is more than ready to increase his movement - in more ways than one (metaphorically and literally) and we offer this as a very practical prayer concern - that "all systems are go" by the morning.
Tomorrow morning a new port will be installed for the plasmapherisis with treatments continuing daily until the doctors see the progress needed. We have been reading blogposts and facebook messages to Austin each day and they provide a wonderful source of encouragement and support.
Hey Austin, glad to hear you are feeling better. I let Jafeth and Ben know as well as some of your old modmates. We're praying for you. Glad to hear you are moving out of the ICU. I look forward to reading more good news. Take care.
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Austin
ReplyDeletewe've been praying for you every step of the way. I was so glad tonight to see that you can move around again and that you are in a quieter area. we are so thankful for this blog so that we know how to pray. Last night Allison and Gary and I went to the church to pray. We really lifted you up to the Lord, Austin. May you feel His peace and comfort tonight. we hope you get a good night's sleep.
In prayer
Gary and Lisa
Allison and Brian
Austin-We are praying for you! Micaela and Nathan both said a prayer for you. After Micaela's nap she very urgently said "We need to pray for Austin again!" :) We love you!!
ReplyDeleteThe Corbin family
As I've been thinking about you tonight, Austin, settling into your new, quiet room, a verse that used to help me feel calm when I was restless or when I was feeling afraid at night keeps coming to mind...
ReplyDeletePsalm 4:8 -- I will lie down and sleep in peace for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.
Praying for your safety, peace and a good night's sleep. You're never far from our thoughts and always in our prayers. We love you!
Roger & Rhonda
Austin,
ReplyDeleteYou are one tough guy (I would take you over Lebron any day)...I can't even sit still for 5 minutes! I'm prayin' that "all systems are go" asap! God you hear that, right?
The entire church staff that I work for here in Cleveland is praying for you...hang in there, because I am truly learning from you what it means to do so...
Cleveland Craig
Just back from vacation and heard the news of your battle. Keep up the good fight. Even the smallest positive steps are victories.
ReplyDeleteYou are in our thoughts and prayers. Ted & Sue