Andrew (Steve's son), Ashley (Andrew's girlfriend), Robin (Steve's Mom) and I went back to the hotel early this morning around 1:30 and got a few hours sleep. It's amazing what a little rest will do to improve your outlook. We returned to the hospital at 8 this morning and met with Steven's nurse, Karen. There were no changes and Steven did well throughout the night.
I got an encouraging sign from Steven that made me realize he hears us when we talk to him and his personality is very much alive and well inside his sleeping body. Thinking about all the things I wanted to tell him, I grabbed his hand and held it for a while. Then I told him that so much has happened and I couldn't wait until he was awake so I could tell him. At that moment he raised his left eyebrow as if to say, "No kidding!" I loved that.
We are awaiting the arrival of Dr. Hanpeter who is the main doctor, the trauma doctor who has been treating Steve from the beginning. Dr. Hanpeter mentioned yesterday that today Steve will likely have a follow-up CT scan of his chest and a brocoscopy to suction fluid out of his lungs.
Thank you all for the prayers...please keep them coming.
4 comments:
Hi Beth and all,
Good to hear that Steve knows all of you are there and can still communicate with you. That is so Steven!! You are in our thoughts and prayers,our love to all of you. Give Steve a big Arizona hug from all of us.
Good to hear that Steven is doing as well as he is. Hang in there, honey, you are two of the strongest people I have ever known. I will be anxious to hear what your blog tells us daily and will keep all of you in our thoughts. Hugs and Kisses
hi beth....that is such good knews that steve can hear you. little signs like that mean so much! he is such a strong guy. keep the good news coming! joyce
Hi Jenkins Family,
So happy to hear this news about Steve! We are praying for all of you. I laughed out loud at Janie's comment. We will take a lot pictures on the field trip and send them to you so you can show Steve.
love, The Bowens
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