We have seen Judi take a lot of baby steps over the last weeks. Late last night and this morning, she took a large step. She is beginning to respond to commands. Last night, she was moving her hands on command for Steve. This morning, she raised her arm on command for her nurse, and later was 'pinching' her fingers on command for me. This is a great sign, and it's one of the indicators that her cognitive function is healing.
Also, part of her therapy now is using a speaking valve. This is a little plastic cap that is attached to the trachea tube opening, which allows her to breathe in, but not out. It forces her to breathe out through her mouth. This allows her to speak because the air is going out the body as intended, rather than through the trach tube. Her nurse said that this morning, she was managing to say the word 'water.' Wow! I thought she was pulling my leg at first! Since then she hasn't been talking (imagine that, with Judi!) but we have a feeling that before too much longer, she will be talking all our ears off.
She is definitely on her way up, and we are glad to see it.
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Prise the Lord!
ReplyDeleteWe knew it was just a matter of time. How good God is. Prayers do get answered. We will keep them coming in truck loads!!!
Christine Brown
I'm so excited to read this news!!! We've been praying for her complete healing!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy to hear this!
ReplyDeleteErin
Great news! Praying for your speedy recovery Judi!
ReplyDeleteBeverly and David Vineyard
Hi Judi!
ReplyDeleteHurry and get back to us....I need you!
I need to hear those encouraging words again to get me back on the right track.
Prayers keep coming for you and your family.
Gayle Crawford
Wednesday WW
Judi will be talking before you know it and she will be letting everyone know what she thinks, wants, and needs. I am sooooo glad to hear that she is finally following commands! This is a wondeful sign and I praise God for small miracles like these. Keeping you all in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteAngela
Jessica, this is such great news! Chris & I will continue to keep Judi in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteWTG Judi. I knew you'd beat this.... Jess I'd like to send flowers if it is possible now. Please give me a call and let me know, my number is 706-556-3965. Judi kept me going thru my year of chemo, and we used to bowl on the same league. I want to send something bright and eyecatching. Please let me know. My love to Judi, Jenny Tschida
ReplyDeleteAll righty now :) woo hoo!!! :) (Dancing) Go Judi, go Judi!! Keep those baby steps going! You must be saving up those words to say "decaf please!" Julie S.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Judi!!! Great news! I have been praying for Judi everyday, and I am so excited to hear this news. Thank you so much for these updates!
ReplyDeleteChristy G.
This is the best news I have heard in a long time. Time, prayer and patience are great healers. Keeping all of you in our prayers and thoughts.
ReplyDeleteGreg and Pam
Yay! This has made my day! This is a HUGE step! You aren't kidding. This is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWay to go Judi....praise the Lord.
ReplyDeletestudies show that women have around 25,000 words a day that they need to say,......I think you have some catching up to do! Since you and I are in the same category as far as verbal skills are concerned, we could be caught up in just a few days. We think of you often and pray for you even more. Keep up the good work. Steve and Jessica....hang in there and know that we are praying for you as you help Judi recover.
Our love and prayers,
Cathy and Chris Golden
God is good and God's healing presence is definitely at work in Judi. We continue to hold Judi, Steve and Jessica in our hearts and prayers. Continue to trust in God and celebrate these sacred moments.
ReplyDeleteOur Love and prayers are with you.
Rena, Rita and Maureen
Congratulations to you all. I know you & Steve have got to be ecstatic with such moving news. You are are in my continued prayers for her to be back with you all 100%. Best wishes to you all and ESPECIALLY TO JUDI. You can tell she is one tough cookie!!!!!!
ReplyDeletePamela Basey
Very exciting news! Way to go Judi! Glad to hear of so much forward momentum. Jess and Steve, I don't know if you guys are looking at Shepherd Center, but it's amazing. I live and work about 1/4 of a mile away from it. We have an extra bedroom, and are always happy to have company. Not trying to get ahead of the game here, but just wanted to let you know our door is open if you come check the place out!
ReplyDeleteLiz
I'm so excited for all of you. Keep it up Judi, I cant wait to hear all your new stories. Deanna
ReplyDeleteJess and Steve I have been out of town for the passed week I just got back in town tonight. I read the blog as soon as I got home and back on the computer. Praise the Lord for Judi's steps so far. I am sure it will be know time and she will be walking and talking and back to the same old Judi we all have grown to love. Keep up the good work. Your Friend Deborah Turner
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