My apologies for not updating this in quite some time. My login wasn't working and it took awhile to get that straightened out. But enough about that, because Jessie's home!
She got to go home this past Tuesday and she will remain there until she is ready to go down to Atlanta to begin her physical rehab at Good Sheperd. So you can call her or visit her at home in Covington for the next couple of weeks, at least. I'm sure that she would greatly appreciate that.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Update: New Year's Edition
So much has happened in the last few days, it is almost difficult to keep it all straight.
A few days ago, Jessie had her C-collar removed and then her trach tube was taken out. I've been sick the last week, so I haven't had a chance to witness it, but everyone has told me that she has been speaking in her "normal" voice once again. As if that isn't enough good news, she has continued to wiggle her toes for visitors and hospital staff, as well.
Finally, they moved her to a new room in the rehabilitabion wing, A-312, which is on the third floor in the Adams building across the street from where she had been to this point. If you haven't visited her there yet, press the button outside the glass doors and they will let you in or ask someone at one of the stations in the Jefferson building for assistance, if you are unsure how to get there.
Praise God for his blessings on Jessie, as well as her family and friends to this point. Let us continue to seek Him out daily as she continues to show progress and gets closer and closer to that day when she will get out of bed and walk again.
A few days ago, Jessie had her C-collar removed and then her trach tube was taken out. I've been sick the last week, so I haven't had a chance to witness it, but everyone has told me that she has been speaking in her "normal" voice once again. As if that isn't enough good news, she has continued to wiggle her toes for visitors and hospital staff, as well.
Finally, they moved her to a new room in the rehabilitabion wing, A-312, which is on the third floor in the Adams building across the street from where she had been to this point. If you haven't visited her there yet, press the button outside the glass doors and they will let you in or ask someone at one of the stations in the Jefferson building for assistance, if you are unsure how to get there.
Praise God for his blessings on Jessie, as well as her family and friends to this point. Let us continue to seek Him out daily as she continues to show progress and gets closer and closer to that day when she will get out of bed and walk again.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Boston Butt Benefit
Boston Butts on sale for Christmas!!!
The Bald Butcher in Covington will be cooking Boston Butts to raise money for Jessie. They are $30.00 each and you will need to get your order in and paid for by December 15th for delivery on December 20th. All the proceeds will go to Jessie's trust fund, so make sure that you tell your family, your friends, your co-workers and neighbors.
Contact Dean, Nick or Kim to get your order in. You can pay them directly with cash or check by the 15th, or you can use the Paypal button to the right to pay. If you use Paypal, make sure that they know that's how you have paid.
Dean: 827-5195
Nick: 491-1132
Kim: 828-9177
The Bald Butcher in Covington will be cooking Boston Butts to raise money for Jessie. They are $30.00 each and you will need to get your order in and paid for by December 15th for delivery on December 20th. All the proceeds will go to Jessie's trust fund, so make sure that you tell your family, your friends, your co-workers and neighbors.
Contact Dean, Nick or Kim to get your order in. You can pay them directly with cash or check by the 15th, or you can use the Paypal button to the right to pay. If you use Paypal, make sure that they know that's how you have paid.
Dean: 827-5195
Nick: 491-1132
Kim: 828-9177
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Update for 12/4
I just got back home from visiting Jessie. Alex, Tracy and her parents were all there and they all agreed that she's making great progress. It is so great to actually see her off the ventilator now. There is no word yet on how much longer she'll be in the hospital, but I'm being told that it will likely be until after Christmas. In any case, I thank God that she's getting better with each passing day and I want to thank all of you that have continued to provide support and prayers for Jessie. She's blessed to have each and every one of you in her life.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Update for 12/2
Jessie is now off the ventilator! Praise the Lord! She's pretty much breathing on her own now and looks much better. Thank God for the progress that she is making!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Update for 11/11
Sorry for the lack of updates last week. I've been unusually busy and have been experiencing occasional internet problems as well.
Jessie was moved out of Trauma Step-down last week on Wednesday to the 4th floor (Room B-451) where she has visiting hours from 9:00AM to 8:30PM. Now she can have as many visitors as she wants, which is a pleasant improvement. In the visits since her move took place, she has looked much better, even as she continues to battle a mysterious fever.
I want to thank all of you for your continued prayers and support.
Jessie was moved out of Trauma Step-down last week on Wednesday to the 4th floor (Room B-451) where she has visiting hours from 9:00AM to 8:30PM. Now she can have as many visitors as she wants, which is a pleasant improvement. In the visits since her move took place, she has looked much better, even as she continues to battle a mysterious fever.
I want to thank all of you for your continued prayers and support.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Benefit at the Bald Butcher
The benefit yesterday at the Bald Butcher in Covington (opening soon!) was a great success. Plenty of people turned out to buy barbecue, get balloon animals and have their faces painted. Just as it happened for the last fund raiser, the local community turned out to show their support for one of their own. This is the kind of thing that helps restore one's faith in humanity.
We wish to recognize the following supporters who helped make all this happen on Sunday by donating food, games and services:
Len Billings, owner/operator of The Bald Butcher
Valerie and Cheryl Wortham (Balloons and Face Painting)
Broadway Baptist Church of Southaven, MS (Games, Drinks and Candy)
Starbucks of Southaven, MS (Food for the Cake Walk)
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