Saturday, November 20, 2010

DAY 245 - 8 MONTHS

Karson had a very good week this week. The best week so far in following commands and talking. I hired a speech therapist to work with Karson twice a week and then she taught me to do things when she wasn't there. We are working to get him to be able to eat again through his mouth and then she is going to get him to talk better. He says words sometimes that we can't understand so she is going to teach him to make his words clearer. Karson has a urine infection so he is on an antibotic to clear that up. Karson also went up to the U of U to get his baclofen pump increased. He is up to 220 which is still a very low dosage but he is getting some relief from the baclofen so we know that it is assisting him in being able to move his body without being so painful. Dr. Elovic said that Karson has been awake for a long time. He just hasn't been able to make the connections in his brain to communicate and follow commands. We have him on the right medications now that are working for him and also his brain is healing itself day by day to make those connections. He is finally gaining weight which is an excellent sign. He still can't wait to be able to taste his first creamy. Karson turns 25 on the 30th of November. I am going to bring him home on his birthday for a few hours. If any of you would like to come and see him, call me 801-427-3869 and I will tell you the arrangements that we have made. He can't be away very long from the rehab because of his medication schedule and his tube feedings but we will have him here for a little while. I am grateful for all you this Thanksgiving season for your support, prayers and love. Our family has been truly blessed by YOU.

10 comments:

  1. I never thought we'd reach the 8 month mark.... I still pray every single day. So grateful for your family this year. I love you all like my own family!!! Karson too. Get better I miss you!

    Love, Jordan

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  2. So glad to hear that Karson will be able to spend some of his birthday at your house, this is great news. There is truly so much to be thankful for this year. Thanks so much for the updates, it is so nice to hear of Karsons progress. Please know that you're all in our prayers.
    Lisa & Sterling

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  3. Wonderful that you will have him home for his birthday. That is a victory in itself.

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  4. Such wonderful news that you will have your guy home for his special day! We are truly so very thankful and happy for our Karson, as well as each one of you. We continue to pray for you and give thanks for Karson's improvement. Keep it up Kars, you are one amazing man----and, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU in eight days! Love and Hugs, Carrie, David and Bryan

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  5. Happy Thanksgiving Karson and family! We are so thankful that you're still here with us, bud, and for your continuing recovery. We love all of you so much and are thankful you're our family!
    The Jorgensen's

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  6. Wow! Ron and I haven't been by a computer for a while. This post totally made me smile :) So happy for you Karson that you get to go home on your birthday, even if it is for a short stay. Wish we were closer to spend some of it with you. Keep up the hard work! You are a fighter! We sure do love you and continue to pray for your recovery. Susan, thanks for the updates on here, we really appreciate it. Love you all so very much!
    Ron, Lori, Kayla, Kaden, Kash, and Kaetz

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  7. At this time of year when we remember our blessing we put you and your family at the top of our list. You have been such a great example of perseverance and hard work. We love you, Chet, Sue, Jennifer & Eric

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  8. Hey Karson! We are so happy to hear this week's good news! Way to show 'em!!! Keep it up! We want you to know that we are proud to have you in our family! Hope our day home will bring even more good results. Have a happy day and smile! We love you!
    Uncle Mark and Aunt Lisa

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  10. Happy Thanksgiving Karson! You are a blessing in my life, and are definitely someone I am thankful for. Your persistence strengthens me. And the example of your family fills my heart to overflowing. And Susan, I love you SO much! Thanks for your ability to endure the trials of life and showing up for battle with such a strong, loving and courageous heart!

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