I am always amazed at the power of prayer. Exodus 15:11 " Who among the gods is like you, O Lord? Who is like you- majestic in holiness, awesome in glory, working wonders?"Matt had such a good day with only a few minor setbacks. They capped Matt's trach today. But let me explain it to you first. When Matt has his cuff deflated, he is still hooked up to the ventilator at the lowest setting and moisture is continuously running. But with the trach capped, the inner cannula of the trach is removed and the cuff deflated, so he can only breathe with his nose and mouth. The respiratory therapist then puts Matt on nasal prongs, so O2 is still entering his system to give him and extra boost. It is hard work, and Matt lasted over 1 hour. 1 hour & 15 mins to be exact. We are so proud of you! God is watching over you always. Matt had emesis again after he ate dinner, but he was having trouble breathing and they suctioned him, which always makes him gag (it would make anyone gag!).
But to me the best news of all is when I was able to hear Matt's voice on the phone. He now has a phone in his room. It is a bit complicated, and is only working if he phones out. But to hear his voice was so encouraging. His sense of humor is still as sharp, I laughed for 15 mins. Matt is trying to grow a beard, and states he looks like a mexican! He received a carved pumpkin and a mask (pirate) from one of the nurses, so Halloween was full of "Shiver me timbers" But the worst was, when he was sleeping one of the nurses painted his toenails lime green! And he knows which one did it, though no one is talking. Matt said they better watch out once he is mobile! Prayers that everyone has a safe Halloween!!
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good news Matt- be nice to phone out to your family and keep them posted with your green toes!!
I heard the coyotes after the sheep so got up and chased them away--now I am wide awake!!They got 2 sheep a couple of nights ago, there is a big pack of them here-lucky for them I have no hunting ability in me!!!Keep improving at the speed you are and you can bid the machine farewell soon. That'll be great. yy
Looks like they're giving you a real workout. The push is on I guess. They must know that you have this goal to be home by Christmas. At this rate - you may beat that goal as well. Keep up the good work.
Bev H
Good Morning Matthew & Family
Boy, you are just full of surprises - the nurses too!!! Sounds like everyone is having a little fun around there. Good for you guys.
Last night was such a nice evening for all the little trick & treaters. We only had about nine kids at the farm - our usual amount. Mostly neighbours.
Planning to come visit you soon. Joanne, give me a call when you get a chance.
Have a great day. God bless you each and every day Matthew.
Love Aunty Sandy
Good morning all. Wow man are you ever shocking all of us, see those leaps and bounds we said would happen there happening and you are making them happen.Matt we are so proud of you,you are amazing and we all love you.Now on the other hand green toes,you better watch that one whats next.So i read that you are getting a visitor this weekend,hopefully you get some new neuffie jokes so your ready for Gary.All you friends out there matt needs jokes please help.If i could remember a joke i would send but you know me.Well off to work later bud have a good weekend.BIG TURKEY
yup and it will be red and green for christmas so better make sure u are out of there. way to go matty. so proud of u. greg always said those long arms and legs were reaching places no one else could. keep it up matty.el
Hi Matt! It's so good to hear of your progress. I just came across a verse in Psalm 144:1 "Bless the Lord, who is my rock. He gives me strength for war and skill for battle." It reminded me of you, as it must seem like a war and a battle as you recuperate. Remember God is your rock and He won't leave you. Keep up the good battle!!! We're praying for you. Dave & Alice Peters
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