Monday, March 16, 2009

A MOTHER'S KISS

Brent is recovering, yet the challenges seem overwhelming and sometimes consuming. Today, some new information was communicated to his parents, Scot and Carolyn (Cary) - on Tuesday March 17 Brent will be going for his eighth surgery (we do not know the time yet). During this procedure the following will occur:
  • the trickle feed which provides nourishment for his body through a tube - will be inserted through the side of his stomach (at the moment the trickle feed in his mouth)
  • the tube that is helping him breathe right now goes through his mouth - Brent will need help long term (at the moment long term cannot be defined) so the doctor will be performing a tracheotmy - this will help Brent to breathe easier
  • they will be taking a look at the vac dressing and change it
  • they will also take a look at the skin - right now alot of the skin is healing well and becoming pink - the less dead skin, the less chance of infection
The biggest issue at the moment that Brent needs prayer for is that his blood pressure is unstable and too high at most times. Tonight, Carolyn, his nurturing mom, gave him a goodnight kiss which caused his blood pressure to spike. A lesson to all of us that the simple things in life are the greatest gifts.

Carolyn (Cary) and Scot are amazing parents. What I am impressed with the most is how positive they are and how they are leaning on God through this challenge with Brent. They love their son and want him well.

Please pray for the above and for complete healing. Scot and Carolyn (Cary) thank you immensely.
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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Lord we pray for Brent, that tonight would be a good night for him... we pray that you would return his blood pressure to normal and that he would sleep well. We pray for angels to watch over him. We pray too, that his body would be built up stronger and that infection would not creep back in. We pray too for a good rest for Scot and Cary. Remind them of how high, how deep, and how wide your love is for them.
    Amen

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  2. AnonymousMarch 16, 2009 at 11:50 PM

    Dear Scott and Cary,Tomorrow I will again fast and continue to pray for Brent's healing and for you both for God's "peace that surpases all understanding". When you see the clock at the top of the hour know that I am praying for you all... as are friends of mine who are "prayer warriors" and have been praying daily for you all. Thank for the updates so we know how to pray!! Love and prayers from Beverly

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  3. AnonymousMarch 17, 2009 at 8:00 AM

    Father God, wrap your loving arms around the Peterson family. Pour Your strength into Brent's body and soul and help him fight this battle. Whisper into Cary and Scot's heart, Your comforting words. Keep all close to You.
    Amen

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  4. AnonymousMarch 17, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    Just to let you know that Brent is on the prayer list at our church. We have been praying for a healing for him as well peace and comfort for Scott and Carolyn. Please know that the family of God is behind you and praying for you during this time.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 17, 2009 at 8:54 AM

    We continue to check the blog daily for all of these important updates and we pray for you to remain strong and for Brent's recovery many times every day.

    Terry and Sandra Martin

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