Progress

I really enjoy going to the hospital to see all the progress Jake has been making since he was moved out of the ICU and started his rehab.  For example, last week he was only able to eat pureed food and barely able to hold his head up on his own.  Last night we ordered him a cheeseburger (no bun), macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes (extra butter), a brownie, jello and apple juice. Normally this sounds like a very unhealthy and unbalanced meal (which IT IS) but right now the doctors said that caloric intake is the most important thing.  Honestly, it’s just nice to see Jake enjoying himself while he’s eating normal food.  

At this point, we cut the food for him and then he feeds himself.  It’s good practice for him plus we can monitor how big his bites are.  He kept talking about how good the hamburger and brownie tasted.  I think his exact words were “it doesn’t just taste great, I LOVE IT!”  I can only imagine how good normal food tastes after having been fed intravenously in the ICU, then having a feeding tube stuck up your nose for three weeks!!

At this point, Jake’s long term prognosis remains unknown but we are hopeful that he will continue to improve every day until he’s 100%.  He has a tremendous amount of people praying for him right now and I truly believe it is helping.  Please continue to think about Jake, as well as his family, as they care for him during his recovery.

Specific Prayers for Today

1. Jake’s brain continues to heal so he regains all movement and function on the left side
2. Jake’s new medication helps him sleep peacefully throughout the night.
3. Continued strength, patience and energy for Dana, Todd and Luke as they care for Jake during his recovery.

Love, 
Uncle Ryan