The latest news from home is that Gord is no longer under sedation. The doctors have been easing him out of sedation very slowly and given that these sedative drugs are not normal to his system it may take some time for the full effects to wear off.
Gord has continued to open his eyes, but whether or not he recognizes the people around him continues to be a matter of subjective debate. The general opinion is that he has recognized Sheila, fixing his eyes on her while simultaneously squeezing her hand. A report has also spread that Gord's eyes popped open at the mention of "Lemon Hart", his favourite rum. Whether or not this was merely a coincidence, it has provided some much needed comic relief!
The culture taken a couple of days ago does indicate the presence of an infection, but because the lungs are clear, the general thinking is that it is an infection of the trachea and antibiotics are being administered. The most recent CAT scan shows no further changes from the previous one, which showed a reduction in the size of the brain area affected by the hemorrhage.
To close, there has never been a time when your prayers are needed more as we entered the phase of awakening and wait for signs to tell us the extent of the damage. Please know that your emails and comments posted here continue to uplift everyone and we cannot thank you enough.
Laurie Bell (Sheila and Gord's daughter-in-law)
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Please let Sheila know our thoughts and prayers are with her-I feel sure Gord will get through this
ReplyDeleteJohn & Jean Tooth-Edmonton
Yes, yes and yes - ALL positive thoughts, non- stop to Gordon, Sheila and family. The brain is a wondrous instrument - and each experience along this line is unique. The state of the art facility can and will make a difference. Lemon Hart more than likely NOT a co-incidence!! Go Gordon Go, and come back to us!
ReplyDeleteBarb Bryson
Thanks for the update, Laurie. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob & Debbie
ReplyDeleteSending prayers and positive mana from Haiku, Maui...Love to Sheila & Gord and all their incredibly supportive family members.
ReplyDeleteWe know we'll be seeing you on Maui again in the future. ALOHA, elena & antonio
Aloha Gordon, Sheila & Family,
ReplyDeleteWhat great news to hear that Gordon is opening his eyes. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers always. I love you guys and miss having you here in Maui so very much. I was on the beach at Kealia the other night and it just was not the same without you guys. Looking forward to your return. Mahalo & God Bless Lydia from the Kealia Ohana
Gord and Sheila, you know are hearts and prayers are with you. GO GORD GO !!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteArlene and Bryan
Gord, Sheila and family,
ReplyDeleteThis is all very positive,the lights are on and Gord is there.If he's recognizing Lemon Hart his nuts are in the right bolts!Sheila,Gord will do everything in his power to resume his beautifull life with his beautifull wife.
Thank you sooo much for this blog,Laurie,it is comforting and a priveledge to be a part of this journey.
love and prayers to all
krisandra and tom
Gord. Sheila and family.
ReplyDeleteWe are all praying and thinking of all of you. Our positive thoughts are with you.
God bless and help you get though this difficult times.
Uncle Alex, Aunti Tillie Rowein and families.
Gord, Sheila & Family
ReplyDeleteOUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU and all our thoughts are GOOD.
Rosalie, Rod, Andrew & Robyn Mac Donald
Hi Gord & Sheila:
ReplyDeleteWe are thinking of you and have a good sense of what you are going through. The care and treatment we received at the Foothills hospital during my battle with cancer was number 1!!
If we can do it, you can do it!!
Harry & Marie Bryce
Hi Sheila & Gord and family.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing with us the progress of a great man. It is so wonderful to be able to log on and hear positive improvement at the end of each day. I love the fact that Lemonhart got the positive eye opening!!! My love and prayers with all of you each day.Luv Mrs D
Gord,Sheila & family:
ReplyDeleteI, We have been praying since we heard on friday for Gord's recovery and all our good thoughts and positive energy are behind him. I appreciate the blog updates- I am sure it is not easy- thank you for keeping us all in the loop.
Tammy and Mark Schmidt- Calgary
Shiela & Gordon,
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers are with you. With Gordon's strong drive and personality we know he will fight this and be on the road to recovery. This blog is wonderful as we are able to follow his progress.
Bruce & Patty
Fairbanks, Alaska
our prayers are with you all. And a very special prayer for Shiela to hang on to hope and keep faith that all will be well. May the black madonna of Jasna Gora give you the strength to fight as hard as Gord and pull him out of the darkness and back into the light. He knows when you are there.. dont stop believing!! At nine months into Aleksandra's recovery from a stroke, I know there are miracles to be had. From the darkest place a tiny light will shine.
ReplyDeleteDave and Aleksandra Manson
Calgary, Alberta
Hello
ReplyDeleteso sad hope you feel better, love and prayers from me to you
Darbi Lowe and my family
( babysitter for cat)
Hello Shiela and Gord, thinking about you. Hope things work out for the best. Ken and Erlene.
ReplyDeleteGord & Sheila
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts are with you and your family. May strength and determination be your guiding light.
Thank you to the family for posting updates.
Steve & Bev
Dear Sheila
ReplyDeleteThank you for taking the time to keep us all up to date on Gord. Please let him know that we are thinking about him, and wishing you both all the best.
Mamik and Sandy Johnson - Pender Island, BC
Sheila / Gord
ReplyDeleteKnow that my thoughts are with all of you.
In the years I've known Gord I can't recall him giving into a challenge. I know this is not going to be the one.
Your Balzac freinds are all pulling for you.
Stay stong Sheila and get well buddy.
Edd
Have just heard the news from Mauraine. The Gord we know and love will pull through this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this stressful time.
ReplyDeleteAnne, Fintan, Nigel, Elliot & Dayna Mealia, Vancouver. (Lake Lurerce neighbours).