The day we've all been avoiding finally came: We brought dad into the discussion on how he would like to proceed. As a family we always hope our loved one will choose to fight no matter what may come, but you never fully know until you ask.
We knew we had to ask dad what he wanted to do, as we are facing the need to trache him today at 2pm and looking at two separate surgeries this coming week. So, this morning mom, Scott, and I approached him. Scott eloquently laid out what was going on to him and then asked dad if he was wanting to fight no matter what. Before Scott could finish the question dad was strongly responding "yes"! We confirmed his response and all breathed a sigh of relief.
Dad admitted he was scared, but is believing for a miracle. As for progress... today he had both eyes opened and was able to follow left to right to see us on both sides of his bed (this is a first and the latest miracle in a string of unbelievable moments as we begin Week 2).
If you do not live in the Chattanooga area and unable to attend the Prayer Meeting scheduled for 4pm today at Oakwood Baptist, please take time during that hour to lift dad up in prayer. We love you all and are looking forward to the future!!
We knew we had to ask dad what he wanted to do, as we are facing the need to trache him today at 2pm and looking at two separate surgeries this coming week. So, this morning mom, Scott, and I approached him. Scott eloquently laid out what was going on to him and then asked dad if he was wanting to fight no matter what. Before Scott could finish the question dad was strongly responding "yes"! We confirmed his response and all breathed a sigh of relief.
Dad admitted he was scared, but is believing for a miracle. As for progress... today he had both eyes opened and was able to follow left to right to see us on both sides of his bed (this is a first and the latest miracle in a string of unbelievable moments as we begin Week 2).
If you do not live in the Chattanooga area and unable to attend the Prayer Meeting scheduled for 4pm today at Oakwood Baptist, please take time during that hour to lift dad up in prayer. We love you all and are looking forward to the future!!
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