By: Tom Determan
Andy has been doing so well lately that the doctors have agreed to remove his chest tube today. This is very good news! Once that tube is out of the way, the body brace will get fitted and Andy will be able to sit up in bed to feed himself again. Mom & Dad were doing a pretty good job, but needless to say, that was kinda tough on him.
Daily Update…
Okay, the chest tube was removed shortly after noon and the brace is now on. They had to make some adjustments on the brace because it was riding too high on his chest. This is another very big step in the progression of healing that we are seeing in his body. Andy still doesn’t have any feeling in his legs or actually below his chest, but that too will change in Jesus’ name.
Viva Room Change
Now that Andy is off of the majority of the medications, and the chest tube has been removed, it’s time to get out of TICU (Trauma Intensive Care Unit). Andy’s new room is W475 at LRMC. So, when you come to visit, (you know he wants you too) it’s best to park in the A parking lot and come in through the south entrance. Once inside, make your way to the “A” elevators, then go to the fourth floor and navigate to room 475 via the black phone.
I promise you that Andy will greet you with a big smile that will make your day & light up the room when you visit. Tonight Andy’s nurse is Lori who is from Missouri. She is very nice and enjoys talking to Andy about various topics.
Good News – by Andy’s Standards
Now that Andy is in a private room & out of the TICU ward, he can use his cell phone to text messages to his friends. I imagine the key pads will be worn thin in no time. For those of you who have been avid texters with Andy in the past, get ready because I perceive a high volume of text messages coming your way.
We serve an awesome God!
PS. I am still debating on whether or not I should release some of the accident photos... would you like to see some of the pictures I took of the vehicle to see how God spared Andy's life?
Andy~
ReplyDeleteWe are so proud of you for sticking in there..so good to hear how well you are doing..hope to see you soon.Always remember that we love you and always have you in our prayers.
Love, Alicia
P.S. Tom~ I know the Determan side would like to see them...it was talked about at the christmas get together.
hi andy
ReplyDeletei am not yet friendly with the computer yet. i hope i signed up correctly, but we are glad to hear of your continued progress. Glory to God. it seems as though God has defied all negetivity that the drs. can conjure. we gave kristen a copy of a louie gigglio dvd 'how great is our God' that we know will bless you and your family. it's isaiah's favorite too. it's amazing to me how isaiah 'gets it' for as young as he is. but God meets us where we are. we are excited of the victorious finality of your journey through Christ Jesus. God is awesome!!!
hi andy
ReplyDeletethis is sadie again. and i just want you let you know how God is using you and your quick recovery in another way. Rich has seen how much God's hand is on you and the incredible amount of mercy and love God has for us all. Rich said that another good thing has come out of this, and he has decided to rededicate his life to Jesus. God is so awesome. And rich is so excited for you and you are truly an inspiration to him--to us all. your faith is such a blessing. and we are with you 110 percent and then some. and we are in agreement with you for God's mighty annointing to finish the good work he has started in you. you're a blessing.
Andy,
ReplyDeleteWe are so proud of you how much progress you have made so far. Keep believing, as each day will get better and better. We are praying for you so you have the strength to beat this thing. Stay strong as you work your way back to a full recovery. We love you and want to hear about the day you take your first steps. Uncle Jim & Aunt Marj