Holding His Own, So Far
April 22nd, 2009 by LynneIt’s been a day of ups and downs, balances and imbalances, but he’s hanging in there. Pneumonia is now on the list along with the sepsis, so he’s running a fairly high temp at this point (between 102-103F). The heavy duty antibiotics need 24-48 hrs to work before they’ll know how he’s going to come through this. His BP has been very dependent and sensitive to the IV pressor meds, and his O2/CO2 balances have been up and down. One side effect of the BP pressors is the potential of eventual failure of other vital organs, especially the kidneys. This morning they were talking about the possibility of his needing continuous dialysis, but so far, his kidneys are doing more or less ok.
This morning, Scott and I had a “conversation” where he was mouthing questions such as “what happened,” “why did it all happen,” “what’s the plan,” and “let’s get going!” I was able to explain all I was aware of, and basically told him that all the “plan” was going, and that his job was to keep breathing, and rest so his body could fight the infections.
He is far from out of the woods, but every 12 hrs he keeps holding his own, the more likely he could pull through this infection onslaught when he has so little reserve at the start of the episode. I’m really hoping he might be stable enough that I could go back to the cottage here in S.F. tonight so I can catch up on some sleep. Please continue praying that he can be balanced enough during the night that I can feel comfortable enough to be gone.
Many thanks, many blessings on you all, and much love from all of us.
Lynne
The girls and I prayed all day! We keep a little candle burning to remind us throughout the day.
Many blessings,
Annalisa
Prayng for you all! Lord, give each member of this dear family strength, comfort, and a deep peace during this time.
We are praying. Lord have mercy and give this wonderful family strength and peace.
May God give you rest and sleep tonight!
May there be comfort and peace in your heart tonight. May God rock you into a restful sleep in the peace of knowing Scott will be okay tonight. We’re praying…
Praying, praying, praying for strength for Scott to fight this infection and be stable enough tonight and going forward so you can get the much needed rest.
Lynne,
We’re here praying for you both.
Love,
Klg
We’re praying for rest and complete healing…with love. Cathy & John
Oh my, our prayers go up to God and our love reaches out to Scott and you, Lynn.
Sending lots of prayers your way ……..
In his Grip,
Tracy & Linda
Praying..
“Heal (Scott), O Lord, ahd He shall be healed; Save (Him), and He shall be saved: for thou art our
praise.” Jeremiah 17 : 14 We are earnestly praying, Dear Scott, Lynne, Dan and Becky. We love you. Larry & Marilyn
Lynner,
We are praying for Scott and you both, for healing and rest and strength. Loving you in Him, Irene for the Nelsons
Were praying for both of you.
Lord, we are praying for a restful night for both Scott — so that his body may heal. Lynne – so she may have a peaceful night of sleep. For Daniel and Becky for a night of rest, no fear, and trusting you, Lord. We know that each breath we take is given by you……may it be a breath that is healing. We love you, and you have told us in your word…..anything we ask in your name……will be granted…..as we pray for God’s will to be done….not our will, but God’s will be done.
Jerry and I love you…..BUT GOD LOVES YOU MORE THAN WE ARE CAPABLE!
Not an hour goes by that we are not praying that God will comfort, strengthen and heal your whole family.
Thinking of you often and praying for all of you.
Praying and believing!
Praying and praying!
Thank God for the blessing of Scott’s life and the strength He continues to give Scott to keep fighting the many onslaughts to his health. Thank God for you and your steadfast love and devotion to Scott. May God be with you throughout the day and night, and may He give you rest. God is good. He is with us. Emmanuel!
I will keep lighting a candle for you all, and I will remember to keep praying.
Love,
Darlene
I love you!
Continual prayer for you to get some rest, and for Scott to be comfortable and rest to fight this new health issue. We pray for both of you to feel Gods peace so you can rest in Him.That special peace where you feel God carrying the weight.
Dick & Bev.
We are praying here at Catalyst. We love you guys.
Love, Shannon, Allen, chris, thud, Chuckk, andrea, nicole, keith, randy, Mel and dan.
Anastasia just forwarded the news to me about Scott’s passing. I am very sad today. I am praying for you, Lynne, and for your children. God hold you close.
Love,
Darlene
We are so so sorry Lynne. I just logged on to get caught up and read about the readmitting to ICU and as I was scrolling down all the prayers being lifted up I read the last one. I am praying that this is not true but if this is true, Scott is now in Jesus’ loving arms and no longer in pain. We cry for you and the children and hold all of you up in our prayers.
Dear Lynne, Daniel, and Becky:
Please know that the Schlaepfer family and the Twin Lakes Church family are praying for you. You have all been an example of unconditional love as you have comforted and supported Scott through his battle, and now we pray that God in His love holds you close in the days ahead and gives you a supernatural sense of His comforting presence. I know that Scott is absent from the body but present with the Lord, and so is full of perfect peace and bliss.
Love,
Rene Schlaepfer and family
We are so saddened by Scotts passing but are greatful to know He is with our father at peace in heaven. May God give you supernatrual strength today and in the days ahead.
Dear Lynne,
From your arms to God’s arms – and you are all, together, wrapped in His great, strong, loving arms.
Dear Lynne, Daniel and Becky,
We grieve with you, and are praying for the Lord to hold you close and fill you with His comfort. May knowing that Scott is now with the Lord, safe in His arms, bring you comfort and rest.
We miss him too.
We love you.