Nick went in for surgery this morning and had a feeding tube inserted. They did this so he’d receive better nourishment, which will allow them to fully take him off the ventilator, which they hope will happen the middle of next week. He did fine through the surgery.
The cool thing about all this – and this is a direct answer to a prayer of Lisa’s – is that this surgeon, when he does these surgeries, always puts a band around the top of the stomach. This is so those who are immobile won’t vomit and choke to death. But Nick’s doctors talked him out of the doing that, as they are leaning toward a full recovery! How encouraging is that?!
White and red blood cell counts are way back up, so he’s off those meds now.
Nick remains in the coma, with very subtle improvements.
Please pray for strength and endurance for all involved…
10 comments:
keep on recovering!
Your trek to recovery is slow and steady, but as everybody knows, that will win the race with the help of God!
Nick We Love You! Everyone at school is praying for you and hoping you get better! We love you buddy! Getwell Soon!
hey its steven. nick we love you! we are amazed with how strong youre family has been we are praying for you and youre family! God bless you guys...
Dear Nick and family,
I'm so grateful to be able to follow your progress. I know that it is slow, but I continue to stand on GOD'S WORD, that it is certain (Jeremiah 29:11). As I was praying for you today, I kept thinking of how exhausted you all must be. So I asked Jesus to grant you an extra dose of His strength. I was immediately reminded of Isaiah 30:31- "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." As I continued to pray, I was led to two more beautiful promises, which I have claimed for you. (Jeremiah 30:17) Nick-"I will give you back your health, and heal your wounds, says the Lord..." (Psalm 40:3) "He has given (the Brinkerhoffs) a new song to sing, a hymn of praise to their God. Many will see what He has done for (Nick) and be amazed. And they will put their trust in the Lord." Even though we've never met, I know we are one, in Christ Jesus, Our Lord. And it is a blessing to help you carry this burden.
Believing with you,
Charla
nick
im so glad to hear that you recovery is coming along so well i really miss you and hope to see you soon .. i love you and want to see you better and back to your self and hope that you and your family can stay as strong as you are now .. i am wishing fro the best for you and your family ... keep on recovering ... stay strong and just know that we love you ...
love always
hey nick!! im glad ur getting soo much better!!!
Nick it is so amazing that you are beating the odds with such strength! I am totally convinced that you will come out out of coma, read this message, and come back and visit us at school. You are in everyones thoughts! You are the strongest person i know!
Trever
Dwight and Lisa-
Hello! We are still praying very much and everyday for Nicholas and the your entire family as well. We are here with you guys if you need anything. Remember to trust in gods plans. We love you.
Richard & Cynthia
Nick were waiting for you in our school. We love you and we miss you lots. Hopefully you get better and I, Crystal Medina, am praying for you and your family. I pray for your family to God, so he can give them strength to proceed in the struggles you are facing. I love you!!! - Crystal Medina :}
lOVE YOU ALL!!! I am praying for you all so God gives you all strength.
Love Crystal Medina
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