Today marks 3 weeks since the accident.
There isn’t much to report today except that Vernon is still being slowly weaned from the sedation and pain drugs Fentanyl and Versed. He has been under such heavy sedation that he must be weaned very slowly, each decreased a very small amount every 12 hours.
The nurses have been trying to prepare us for what it might be like. Some come to very peacefully and for some it is a terrifying experience. Of course we are hoping for the best case scenario for our hero. We are told that people coming out of induced comas tend to remember nothing of their experience as their brains have been in such a deep sleep, but we have also heard stories of amazing subconscious adventures and revelations. Either way, when he comes back, it will likely be a slow awakening through the fog.
They still think it will be at least another week before he will be in connection…and when he does, of course, his jaw will be wired shut and he will not be able to speak. I imagine everything will be very strange for him. But it will be even stranger when he realizes how he has been in the middle of so much love and thoughtfulness from all over the world, this whole missing month of his memory. That may be what I am looking forward to the most!
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Thank you for this update, Allison. As I like to say, “I’m not a doctor, but I played one on TV”, since I do have a lot of experience in the medical space. You are so wise to familiarize yourself with the spectrum of ways that people wake up. I had jaw surgery as a young teen and will never forget how terrifying it was to come out of anesthesia with my jaw wired shut, even though I was told it would be. It’s disconcerting. However, when all is said and done, poor Vernon may be glad that he won’t be able to speak because Verced is known as “truth serum” — and people say some REALLY interesting (and often revealing) things under it’s effect! Prayers continuing to come your way….I pray for y’all each morning while I’m walking my dogs. xoxo
Oh wow, Marie! That is wild! I didn’t know it was known as the Truth Serum! Oh my, its probably a good thing his jaw IS wired shut! I am only imagining the possibilities! Hilarious.
Allison,
You and your family have been so much in the past 3 weeks and now it seems that Vern may be coming around. We are still praying for him and the girls on line ask every day is their an update. We all hope that God sees fit to bring Vern threw all of this and he will be whole. We believe in a God that can do miracles and he may be working on one for Vern. Our prayers and blessings are coming your way from all over the USA and their are members of this girls group that are in England and NZ and Austrilia.
Love and Hugs,
Becky
Thanks again Becky. I love hearing how committed you are…it makes me wonder how big this story really may be. So many people who have never even met Vernon are praying for him and wondering about his progress. It really makes me marvel! Thanks from the bottom of my heart to you and your family and your friends. Selah!
Allison you are a warrior and stronger than you think! Each day brings new challenges and you will be positioned for them because of your deep relationship to God! Love you to pieces!
Thanks Annie for your encouragement. I haven’t felt like much of a warrior, more like a floating cloud. 🙂 But I’m starting to wake up at the same time I’m starting to feel super tired. Funny how that works! 🙂
My prayer list comes up in the morning when I wake……Vernon and your family are on it every morning.
I was in very similar circumstances 2 years ago……therefore praying from my point of view. Praying for MD wisdom…….for Vernon to wake up to peace, to determination to re build…..,he is surely surrounded with love.
In the Morning when I rise, give me Jesus……
happy he is holding his own for now… prayers
Thank you for the update Allison…I’m believing for a peaceful return to awake life-for Vernon and for you…guard you heart (your ears and eyes) from “what if’s” Love is strong around Vernon…and you! Many of us are agreeing in prayer – For the very very best case scenario for Vernon’s return to you, the kids, this life God has given him to live…praying – Jesus IS PEACE. He IS with Vernon! I Love you honey
Yes of coarse we are too praying and hoping for the best case scinerio as he awakens. So thankful for the care he has. Bless you Allison as you await his awakening.
thankyou for your update Allison …i still cannot believe that Vern is coming to the next stage of his healing, these 21 days have had there ups and downs (and side ways)..and now…. all we can hope for is that he will be calm in his waking. Reading all the comments over the last few weeks , my heart is touched by the love everyone has/is feeling for my brother , and that love and the prayers and healing thoughts have kept me strong.. i know Allison they have kept you strong too ..love you xx
is’nt there a miracle here…the power of prayer is awesome.
love you ali for being such a good mom…among other things
So thankful for your updates, Allison. Keeping you all in my heart and prayers. Still looking forward to that moment when Vernon’s eyes open…gonna be quite spectacular. I love you, dear.
Allison,
We have a nurse that is retired and she is concerned about Vernon saying that she can’t get him off her mind. Thanks for all the updates that you have sent so far. We are still praying.
Becky Jones